Best Sean Olson Podcasts (2025)

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My Conversation with Naval on Building Judgement 36:12

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It's been five years since the Almanack of Naval Ravikant was published. I spent the day with Naval expanding on key ideas from the book. We recorded hours of that conversation to share with you. This episode is a portion of that long conversation that talks about Building Judgement You can purchase the new expanded edition with nearly 4 hours of n…

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My Conversation with Naval on Saving Yourself 36:33

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It's been five years since the Almanack of Naval Ravikant was published. I spent the day with Naval expanding on key ideas from the book. We recorded hours of that conversation to share with you. This episode is a portion of that long conversation that talks about Saving Yourself You can purchase the new expanded edition with nearly 4 hours of new …

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My Conversation with Naval on Learning Happiness 1:04:20

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It's been five years since the Almanack of Naval Ravikant was published. I spent the day with Naval expanding on key ideas from the book. We recorded hours of that conversation to share with you. This episode is a portion of that long conversation that talks about Learning Happiness You can purchase the new expanded edition with nearly 4 hours of n…

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My Conversation with Naval on Philosophy 46:03

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It's been five years since the Almanack of Naval Ravikant was published. I spent the day with Naval expanding on key ideas from the book. We recorded hours of that conversation to share with you. This episode is a portion of that long conversation that talks about Philosophy You can purchase the new expanded edition with nearly 4 hours of new mater…

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My Conversation with Naval on Building Wealth 38:40

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Naval Ravikant on Building Wealth It's been five years since the Almanack of Naval Ravikant was published. I spent the day with Naval expanding on key ideas from the book. We recorded hours of that conversation to share with you. This episode is a portion of that long conversation that talks about Building Wealth You can purchase the new expanded e…

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Serious Fun: The Place of Humour in the Christian Life 27:48

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The Christian life is serious, after all there is eternal weight to our every day life and public witness. But does that mean there’s no place for laughter and fun? How do we know when humour helps us connect with others, and when it distracts from the mission? In this episode, Jonathan and Laurie dive into this tension by sharing their own experie…

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Iowa Hawkeyes Football & Basketball Updates | Sean Bock (247Sports) + Mike Palm Betting Insights 25:49

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Get the latest inside scoop on the Iowa Hawkeyes! Host Dave O’Hara is joined by Sean Bock of 247Sports/CBS Sports to break down the biggest storylines around Iowa football and Iowa men’s basketball. From recruiting updates to key matchups in the Big Ten, we’ve got everything Hawkeye fans need to know.Later in the show, we’re joined by Mike Palm, VP…

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#095 Rolling Fun #10: Capitalism is Hard, Natural Gas From Sunshine, and "Blimps" (That Work This Time) 1:12:54

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:26) - Marathon misadventures(00:06:15) - The failed acquisition(00:13:47) - Lessons from the deal(00:29:31) - The future of retail(00:33:44) - Empathy for founders(00:35:23) - The grind of capitalism(00:35:37) - Challenges for young founders(00:36:10) - The importance of peer support(00:37:17) - Scaling and growth p…

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Franchising and Focus: The Journey of BNI’s Global CEO 45:14

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In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson interviews Mary Kennedy Thompson, CEO of BNI (Business Network International), former U.S. Marine, and a global franchise powerhouse. Mary shares her inspiring leadership journey—from military service to scaling billion-dollar brands—and reveals the core values that have shaped her succe…

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220: 28 Years Later (with Jacob Dallas and Lenore Olson of The Socialist Shelf) 1:12:31

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CW: Spoilers for 28 Days Later and discussions of disturbing subject matter. Jacob Dallas and Lenore Olson of the literary podcast The Socialist Shelf join me from Atlanta for a discussion of Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later. Set a couple of decades after the UK was consumed by the Rage Virus of the first film and is now a nation isolated from the rest…

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Hawkeyed with Dave O'Hara - Eliot Clough and Jake Olson of Van Hayden Band 25:50

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Get the latest inside scoop on the Iowa Hawkeyes in this week’s episode of Hawkeyed with Dave O’Hara! Host Dave O’Hara is joined by Eliot Clough to break down the biggest storylines in Iowa football and Iowa men’s basketball. From press availability with Head Coach Kirk Ferentz and Hawkeye players to on-court insight about Fran McCaffery’s squad, w…

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Too Busy for Joy? Why Your Calling to Joyfulness Can’t Wait 32:17

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The Christian life is meant to be lived in fellowship with God, with His people, and with those who have yet to know Him. But busyness often intrudes. How do we guard joy and remain faithful to our calling when our calendars overflow? In the first episode of this new season after a busy summer, Jonathan and Laurie wrestle with the difference betwee…

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Gary Dolphin and Mitch Fick 25:50

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Gary Dolphin and Mitch Fick

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#094 Rolling Fun #9: Basketball, Asteroid Mining, Child Labor (Not Really Tho) 1:05:53

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:46) - Personal updates and new ventures (00:04:06) - The youth sports complex project (00:05:21) - Challenges and strategies in youth sports business (00:09:09) - Community impact and future vision (00:19:00) - Reflections on education and parenting (00:34:05) - The magic of holding a newborn (00:34:32) - The joys …

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Hawkeyed Season 6 Kickoff! | Pat Angerer, Matt Randazzo & Sean Bock on Iowa Hawkeyes Football! 25:50

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We’re back for YEAR SIX of Hawkeyed with Dave O’Hara!This week’s show is packed with Hawkeye football insight as the season kicks off in Iowa City.Guests:🏈 Pat Angerer: Former Iowa All-American linebacker & Colts standout, now in year two as radio analyst.🎙️ Matt Randazzo: Longtime Quad Cities sports anchor, new Hawkeye pregame host alongside Gary …

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219: Eddington (with Del Winters) 1:51:09

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CW: Spoilers for Eddington and discussions of cinematic violence and sexual abuse. The film writer Del Winters joins me from Philadelphia for a deep dive into Ari Aster’s contemporary Neo-Western/Comedy/Horror hybrid Eddington, starring Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal and Emma Stone. Set in a fictional small town in New Mexico during the early days o…

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Join the Movement: Inside the Intentional Leader Network (Exclusive Launch Episode) 20:21

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In this special solo episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, host Sean Olson unveils the long-awaited launch of the Intentional Leader Network (ILN)—a game-changing subscription-based leadership development platform. Learn how ILN can transform your leadership journey with on-demand access to the Intentional Leader Blueprint course, bi-weekly li…

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TEASER - 218: The Fantastic Four: First Steps (with Adam and Liam Quane) 6:16

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Access this entire 84-minute episode (and additional monthly bonus shows) by becoming a Junk Filter patron for only $5.00 (US) a month! Over 30% of episodes are exclusively available to patrons of the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/218-fantastic-136977726 My first twin guests for the show, the film writers Adam…

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#093 Behind the Scenes of a Nuclear Microreactor Startup with Matt Loszak, Founder CEO of Aalo Atomics [Replay] 1:08:01

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***This is a Replay Episode*** Links for Matt’s stuff: ⁠Aalo.com⁠ ⁠Matt on Twitter⁠ ⁠Aalo on Twitter⁠ ⁠Aalo Job Board⁠ Link to invest alongside Eric in deals like Aalo: rolling.fun Links to stuff mentioned: ⁠Decouple Podcast⁠ ⁠Titans of Nuclear Podcast⁠ ⁠Nuclear Barbarian Substack⁠ ⁠Atomic Awakening by James Mahaffey⁠ ⁠Why Nuclear Power Has Been a …

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#092 Sarma Melngailis: Bad Vegan, Memoir as Recovery, and Reclaiming Your Story 1:08:08

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:37) - The Netflix documentary: Misrepresentation and struggles (00:03:19) - Writing the memoir (00:08:47) - The challenges of independent publishing (00:12:40) - The creative process and future plans (00:35:23) - Impact of the book on readers (00:36:04) - Scripted series and unused content (00:36:36) - New docuseri…

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Unlocking Human Potential: Elite Mindset Strategies for Leaders with Gary Chupik 43:07

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What happens when a former pastor becomes a top-tier mental performance coach for elite athletes and global business leaders? In this powerful episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson sits down with Gary Chupik to explore his unique journey from ministry to mindset mastery. Gary shares how unlocking human potential starts with reframin…

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217: Superman 2025 (with Jessica Ritchey) 1:25:07

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This episode contains spoilers for Superman. The film writer Jessica Ritchey returns for a look at James Gunn’s hard reset of the DC cinematic universe starting with his new Superman, starring David Corenswet as the Last Son of Krypton, with Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. After a decade of Henry Cavill’s Übermensch …

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How to Launch, Scale, and Exit a 7-Figure Amazon Brand 39:00

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In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson sits down with Neil Twa—e-commerce expert, business strategist, and founder of Voltage Digital Marketing. Neil shares the journey from corporate tech roles at IBM and Sprint PCS to becoming a multi-brand e-commerce entrepreneur. He reveals the hard-earned lessons behind affiliate marketi…

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#091 The Magic of Code, History of Computing, and the Future of AI Interfaces [Sam Arbesman #2] 1:15:47

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:14) - The magic of code (00:05:30) - The wonder of early computing (00:11:13) - The evolution of computing: From analog to digital (00:18:45) - The personal computer revolution (00:32:36) - The future of computing: Beyond silicon (00:36:59) - The importance of computing history (00:40:53) - AI and human uniqueness …

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216: F1®: The Movie (with Sean Armstrong) 1:36:47

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The veteran boom operator for film and television Sean Armstrong returns to the show for a deep dive into Joseph Kosinski’s new big budget sports drama F1®: The Movie starring Brad Pitt as former racing prodigy Sonny Hayes who returns to the Formula One circuit decades later at the behest of his old friend, APXGP team owner Ruben Cervantes (Javier …

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Helping Men Heal: Leadership lessons from Dr. Bernadette Atanga 39:58

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In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson interviews Dr. Bernadette Atanga—physician, international speaker, and author of Beneath the Armor: Eight Practical Strategies for Men to Embrace Vulnerability and Lead with Authentic Strength. Born in Cameroon and trained in Italy, Dr. Bernadette shares how her global medical journey sh…

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#090 Building a Venture Firm From Zero to One, and AI-driven VC Thesis Research [Arkady Kulik #2] 1:10:58

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:04:19) - Entering the VC space (00:08:38) - Pilot-fund theories (00:12:50) - Risk tracking (00:19:56) - Finding LP alignment (00:22:39) - Arkady’s fund thesis (00:47:12) - Creating the index of solutions to problems (00:57:18) - The TAM for VC in 2025 (01:00:29) - How founders can increase the odds of being funded by …

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215: Star Wars: Andor, Season 2 (with Roxana Hadadi and Corey Atad) 1:46:27

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In this Junk Filter sequel to our discussion of season 1 of Tony Gilroy’s Star Wars: Andor streaming series, the writers Roxana Hadadi and Corey Atad return to assess the second and final season, which compresses the four years leading up to the start of Rogue One into four sets of three-episode arcs. On this episode we discuss the program’s politi…

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Global Growth, Local Roots: The Entrepreneur Who Changed Mozambique’s Food Industry 33:06

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In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, host Sean Olson speaks with African entrepreneur and business visionary Mhmoud Charania, who built one of Mozambique’s largest food manufacturing companies and chairs the board of Crown Paints, East Africa’s top paint producer. From launching a maize mill post–civil war to employing over 2,200 peop…

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#089 David Senra + Mitchell Baldridge #6 : Writing the Founders’ Book, Building Natural-fit Businesses, and Craft 1:31:16

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:52) - The Founder's book project (00:04:06) - Effort and building relationships (00:11:20) - The value of self-publishing (00:24:00) - Bootstrapping a HoldCo (00:46:05) - Finding natural fit in business (00:47:48) - The role of trust in business (00:49:07) - AI and changing perspectives (00:50:26) - Daily use of AI…

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214: Lifeforce (with Meg Shields) 1:14:22

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The film writer Meg Shields returns to the podcast from Vancouver for a show to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Tobe Hooper’s schlock sci-fi horror masterpiece, Lifeforce. Cannon Films’ big swing for the fences, Lifeforce had an astronomical budget for the time, with huge practical sets, hundreds of extras and innovative special effects from th…

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Disrupt or Be Disrupted: How to Future-Proof Your Leadership with Ted Santos 40:58

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In this episode of the Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson sits down with Ted Santos—entrepreneur, author, and trusted advisor to CEOs—for a deep dive into disruptive leadership, building breakthrough strategies, and leading with accountability. Ted shares compelling stories of transforming operations through intentional questions, empowering te…

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#088 Toby Rush: $100M Exits, Splitting Companies, Timing Startups, and Ideem Killing 2FA 1:02:52

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:45) - Who are your heroes? (00:05:16) - What is something you’ve had to teach yourself that’s become a core part of your identity? (00:07:34) - Taking a sabbatical post-exit (00:09:30) - Going back into entrepreneurship (00:12:52) - How to kill two-factor auth (00:14:34) - When to split a company into two companies…

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Kyle Galloway and Fight with Flash 25:59

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Kyle Galloway and Fight with Flash

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#087 Nat Eliason: From Blogging to Sci-Fi Novels, Writing Books That Last, and Owning Your Audience 1:20:14

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:45) - Introducing Nat Eliason (00:01:27) - Nat's Diverse Career and Writing Journey (00:01:47) - The Transition from Nonfiction to Fiction (00:02:13) - The Seven Act Structure and Writing Process (00:02:44) - Publishing with Scribe and Launching Husk (00:03:24) - The Rewards and Challenges of Writing (00:04:29) - B…

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213: Joe Don Baker (with Brian Abrams and Will Sloan) 1:17:12

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The film writers Brian Abrams and Will Sloan return to the podcast for a salute to one of our favourite screen presences, the great American character actor Joe Don Baker, who passed away this month at the age of 89. We discuss the full arc of Joe Don’s career, thrust into leading man status in the early seventies playing Tennessee Sheriff Buford P…

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From Microsoft to Intuit: Leadership Lessons from Tech Executive Eric Charran 43:17

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In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson talks with Eric Charran—technology executive, author, and leadership thinker—about his journey from coding at Microsoft to leading high-performing teams at Intuit. Eric shares lessons learned the hard way, including why being a great individual contributor doesn't always make you ready t…

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Spiritual Life Isn’t Legalism, It’s Devotion (with Donald Whitney) 36:42

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Spiritual disciplines as a concept can often feel intimidating. Are they legalism in disguise? Or are they essential to a vibrant walk with God? In this episode, Jonathan and Laurie are joined by professor and author Donald Whitney to discuss his book Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life and what it means to “discipline yourself for the pur…

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Catching Up with Iowa Great & Former NBA Player, Adam Haluska | Hawkeyed | Iowa Hawkeyes Interview 25:49

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This week on Hawkeyed with Dave O’Hara, we’re joined by Adam Haluska—Iowa Hawkeye basketball legend, former NBA draft pick, and lifelong Black & Gold ambassador. In this wide-ranging interview, Haluska talks about: The state of Iowa men’s basketballHis thoughts on Fran McCaffery’s coaching legacy Future outlook on Ben McCollum and reflection on his…

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TEASER - 212: The Accountant 2 (with Ursula Lawrence) 6:18

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Access this entire 90-minute episode (and additional monthly bonus shows) by becoming a Junk Filter patron for only $5.00 (US) a month! Over 30% of episodes are exclusively available to patrons of the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/212-accountant-2-128936873 The comedy writer Ursula Lawrence returns to the podcast f…

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Turning Setbacks Into Startups: The Birth of Two Businesses After Disability with Maria Chapman 39:06

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Description: In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson welcomes Maria Chapman—former educator turned ghostwriter and nonprofit founder. After two rare neuromuscular conditions left her temporarily paralyzed, Maria faced a total life pivot. With grit, creativity, and purpose, she built Connected Ghostwriting, helping leaders tell…

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Rick Heller on Building a Championship Culture with Iowa Baseball | Exclusive Hawkeyed Interview S5E48 26:03

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This week on Hawkeyed with Dave O’Hara, we’re joined by none other than Rick Heller, head coach of the University of Iowa Baseball team. Coach Heller dives into the Hawkeyes' Big Ten title push, team leadership, development philosophy, and how Iowa baseball has built a powerhouse in the Midwest. Whether you’re a die-hard Hawkeye or just love colleg…

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Behind the Scenes at The Gospel Coalition Bookstore 17:29

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Fresh off the floor from one of the year's biggest events, Jonathan and Laurie share a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to set up a massive 10ofThose bookstore at the TGC conference serving over 7,000 attendees. From hauling thousands of titles across three trucks to logging nearly 18 miles of steps on concrete floors in a single day, they r…

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Hawkeyed with Owen Siebring & James Seils S5E47 25:27

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In this week’s episode of Hawkeyed with Dave O’Hara, we dive deep into Iowa Hawkeyes spring football with returning guest Owen Siebring (Fox 28/CBS 2 Sports Anchor) and special commentary from James Seils of BettorEdge. From Mark Gronowski’s post-surgery throwing update to Kirk Ferentz’s latest media comments, we’ve got everything Hawkeye fans need…

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211: Wake in Fright (with Patrick Marlborough) 1:34:08

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CW: This episode contains discussions of alcoholism and cinematic violence including animal cruelty. The writer, comedian and musician Patrick Marlborough returns to the podcast from Perth, WA to discuss Wake in Fright (1971), the landmark Australian film by the late Canadian director Ted Kotcheff. One of only two films to be shown twice in the his…

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How Understanding Human Motives Can Transform Your Leadership with Kelly Mackin 33:52

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In this powerful episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, host Sean Olson welcomes Kelly Mackin—researcher, best-selling author, and CEO of Motives Met. Together, they explore the groundbreaking Motives Met assessment and how understanding your unique work-related motives can transform your leadership, team dynamics, and workplace well-being. Kel…

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John Steppe & Dave O'Hara on Caitlin Clark’s Legacy, WNBA Draft Reaction | Hawkeyed with Dave O'Hara 26:00

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In this special episode of Hawkeyed with Dave O’Hara, Dave reflects Caitlin Clark’s incredible Iowa career and her selection as the #1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. Dave reflects on Caitlin’s legacy, her humility, and her historic impact on Iowa sports.Joining the conversation are special guests:John Steppe from The Gazette, offering expert …

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210: The Alto Knights (with Will Sloan) 58:04

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The writer and podcaster Will Sloan returns for a show about Robert De Niro’s latest film, Barry Levinson’s The Alto Knights, where he plays two parts on screen, the mob boss Frank Costello and his hotheaded rival Vito Genovese, and their decades-long struggle for control of the New York mafia. The Alto Knights was the pet project of Warner Bros. D…

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Gospel Truths for Tired Moms (with Katie Faris) 31:57

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Motherhood is full of challenges, and daily reminders that we can't do it alone. In this episode, Laurie is joined by her good friend and author Katie Faris to talk about Katie’s new book Every Hour I Need You: 30 Meditations for Moms on the Character of God. Together, they discuss the realities of motherhood, the importance of anchoring our hearts…

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Kent McCausland Talks Iowa Hawkeyes Hoops Legacy, Hall of Fame, & Life After Basketball on Hawkeyed Podcast - S5E45 26:01

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Former Iowa Hawkeye sharpshooter Kent McCausland joins Dave O’Hara to talk all things black and gold! 🎙️ From his induction into the Iowa High School Basketball Hall of Fame to memories with teammates like Ryan Lursman, Kent reflects on his journey through Hawkeye hoops.He also shares his thoughts on Fran McCaffrey’s exit, the future of Iowa basket…