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On the Startup Canada Podcast, we speak with the movers and shakers of Canada’s entrepreneurship community to give a glimpse into the future of business, and share insights on everything from social innovation to the future of work, investing, and why we need to think bigger to take our businesses global.
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The CVC Unplugged podcast is a weekly show that brings you fascinating and wide-ranging conversations with leading corporate venture capital investors, subject matter experts, startup founders, journalists and other market participants to keep you informed of the most important trends affecting early-stage investing.
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Innisfil Accelerates

Charm Podcasts

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A podcast about the people and technology that are transforming one Ontario town. Innisfil is a town that is constantly pushing the boundaries. From using Uber as public transit to partnering with the world's top start-up accelerator. Hear the stories of the innovators building the future. The entrepreneurs working with the DMZ Innisfil program. These are the disrupters looking to change the gig economy, local food production, AI and self-driving cars.
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Million Dollar Startup is a seasonal podcast that showcases genuine behind the scenes audio footage as top early-stage fintech founding teams compete for a million dollar investment and join the prestigious portfolio of Portag3. Founders are selected each round by top VCs investment teams, while mentored & coached through the competition by successful founders. The competition winner is chosen by a panel of judges who are top VCs. This podcast is for anyone who wants to peek behind the scene ...
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The Startup Women Podcast is all about supporting YOU to start and build a thriving business. On the podcast, we connect you with leading women experts, entrepreneurs, and organizations that provide capital, mentorship, training, tools and other support to help you to make your vision reality, faster.
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The Growth Game

Meritus Capital w Paul DeLuca

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Hosted by Paul Deluca, each episode of "The Growth Game" features conversations with top CEOs, Owners, and Executives from Staffing Companies across the USA and Canada. Whether you're in the trenches of startup challenges or steering a mammoth corporation, this podcast is your compass to all things business. Expect a holistic journey with business strategies, leadership philosophies, and life lessons, all shared with a diverse lineup of guests each week!
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Every raise is different. Whether it’s the length of time it takes, the due diligence experience or reception to pitches, all start-ups have a unique fundraising story. Each episode of PwC Canada’s Raise podcast features a Canadian start-up founder who has recently secured funding for their company. This podcast is an opportunity for you to delve into their remarkable journeys and gain insight into how other start-ups have successfully raised capital.
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'Yes, We Are Open' tells the inspiring stories of Canadian small business owners who have faced challenges, adapted, and found success. Hosted by Al Grego, the show takes listeners on a journey across Canada, uncovering the resilience, innovation, and passion that keep local business thriving. From family-run shops to cutting-edge start-ups, each episode dives into the struggles and triumphs of entrepreneurs who refuse to give up. Whether you're a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur or jus ...
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Vancouver Tech Podcast

Drew Ogryzek

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The Vancouver Tech Podcast is a weekly show focusing on the growing tech industry in the city of Vancouver. Get caught up on the events and meetups around town, startups, new businesses, developers, designers, community programs, and news. Each episode includes an interview with an outstanding member of our community.
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Digital Health in Canada

Digital Health Canada

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The Digital Health Canada Podcast explores the human side of digital health in Canada. Join us as we bring together digital health leaders to connect, empower, and inspire. New episodes are released monthly and free to all—tune in wherever you get your podcasts, and be sure to subscribe!
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Hustled

Toronto Star, the Atkinson Foundation, & Antica Productions

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Apps have made ride-sharing, room-renting and ordering a meal easier than ever. The technology relies on a burgeoning workforce to support what's become known as the gig economy. But what does it mean when your boss is an app? Join host Sara Mojtehedzadeh as she follows a group of food couriers who are challenging the powerful business model -- in a fight that could redefine the future of work.
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Peggy Van de Plassche is a seasoned advisor with over 20 years of experience in financial services, healthcare, and technology. She specializes in guiding boards and C-suite executives through transformational change, leveraging technology and capital allocation to drive growth and innovation. A founding board member of Invest in Canada, Peggy also brings unique expertise in navigating complex issues and fostering public-private partnerships—key elements in shaping the Future of Business. He ...
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Wisen Up! Move to Canada !

Canada Immigration Success Stories

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Wisen Up Podcast supports your career move to Canada by providing all the information you need through Content, Consultation and Community.Our content covers stories and interviews of those who have relocated to Canada and established themselves in various careers in Canada, like IT, HR, Consulting, Pharma, Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Banker, and also as students.Our consultations help those trying to decide whether or not to make a move to Canada and what sector to focus on. We provide hands- ...
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How are founders, startups and innovators from across the globe accelerating progress and extending their R&D runway? On What The Tech? we talk with some of the brilliant minds behind new and exciting tech initiatives to learn what it takes to tackle “technological uncertainty” and, eventually, change the world. Brought to you by the R&D tax experts at Boast AI. Boast AI's What The Tech podcast was recently ranked #8 in Feedspot's Top 70 Venture Capital Podcasts on the Web ranking! Listen to ...
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Origin Ventures Podcast

Origin Ventures

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The Origin Ventures podcast discusses all things tech, startup, and venture capital with startup founders and executives, experts in our network, and other investors. Origin Ventures is a Seed and Series A venture capital firm investing across the United States and Canada. Visit originventures.com for more details about us, to sign up for our newsletters, and other content!
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Welcome to Find A Way Podcast, the podcast that celebrates the remarkable journeys and groundbreaking achievements of immigrant entrepreneurs who have founded startups in North America. Join us as we dive deep into the personal stories of these inspiring individuals, exploring their challenges, triumphs, and the diverse range of innovative companies they have built. Each episode features engaging interviews with immigrant founders, hailing from various corners of the world, who have embraced ...
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The Insurance Podcast

Pete Tessier & Curt Wyatt

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Pete Tessier & Curt Wyatt host the leading podcast about Insurance. Whether it's home insurance, auto insurance, business, people, insurance companies or more the Insurance Podcast discusses the relevant issues within the P&C insurance sector. From CEOs, to insurance brokers, VPs, owners, innovators, the podcast will feature those within the insurance industry who lead change. This podcast also considers the future with social media, consumer facing, fin-tech or startups, or AI, we will shed ...
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Launch AMA is hosted by Sam Chan, VP of Programs at Launch, where we bring on mentors, founders, investors and business leaders and other startup experts and ask them anything and everything.
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I'm A Business, Man

Nevell Provo and Corvell Beals

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Nevell Provo and Corvell Beals are brothers turned business partners. Together they have launched multiple businesses of all kinds, facing numerous lessons, challenges and triumphs. These are the true stories of what it is to be a black entrepreneur in Canada, bringing business and entrepreneurship to the culture. Tune in as they discuss of building their businesses, investing, and all things getting to the bag.
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The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

Vox Media Podcast Network

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Bestselling author, professor and entrepreneur Scott Galloway combines business insight and analysis with provocative life and career advice. On Mondays, Prof G Markets breaks down what’s moving the capital markets, teaching the basics of financial literacy so you can build economic security. Wednesdays, during Office Hours, Scott answers your questions about business, career, and life. Thursdays, Scott has a conversation with a blue-flame thinker in the innovation economy. And Scott closes ...
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Entrepreneur Stories 4⃣ Inspiration

Millionaire Interviews Podcast & Sir Austin Peek

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Entrepreneur Inspiring Stories to Help Motivate, Build, & Grow Your Successful Business with a Master Class from Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders that tell it How It Is... Millionaire Interviews is actionable advice for the (future & present) Entrepreneur, Thought Leaders, Solopreneur, Youpreneur, and Small Business Owner. The host interviews Business Founders in the Product, Service, Real Estate, and Tech industries so they can teach you from their experience. Connect with other Listeners @ ...
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Thanks for checking out On The Screws Podcast! You can hear new episodes every Friday afternoon. We are here to build the community and connect as many golfers as we can! Whether you’re a casual player, pro, a startup brand, club manufacturer or an influencer in the space we want to share your story! Check us out wherever you stream your podcasts and over on our YouTube channel!
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Dan Crosby, a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, and car enthusiast, serves as CEO of CanadianProtein.com, a leading e-commerce supplement brand in Canada. Additionally, he leads Coachwood Capital, a real estate investment firm, overseeing a real estate portfolio exceeding $100 million. His channel features valuable insights on business, real estate, entrepreneurship, and mindset. Ready to become a millionaire yourself? I want to give you the tools for FREE! Simply go to: https://dan ...
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Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self

Elaine Tan Comeau: Business Woman, Entrepreneur, Founder of Easy Daysies

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Are you a busy mom or entrepreneur? Take a deep breath and create a better life for you and your family! Elaine Tan Comeau, founder of Easy Daysies (www.easydaysies.com a favorite winning pitch on Dragons' Den, Canada's Shark Tank), mom of 3, wife, foodie, stroke survivor, former school teacher, author & speaker, and Mompreneur of the Year in Canada, talks to you about Creating Better family, health, mental health, business and self, all straight from the kitchen table - where it started for ...
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The Forefront: Ideas for cities

Toronto Metropolitan University

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The Forefront showcases how Toronto Metropolitan University is tackling the big issues facing Canadians through bold research, innovation, and collaboration. Hear from some of the country's greatest minds and highlight the solutions our country needs. We don't shy away from topics like the environment, urban planning, healthcare, reconciliation and more. Hosted by Amanda Cupido.
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In this episode, Rick Spence interviews Maiden Manzanal-Frank, author and consultant who specializes in strategy, change, and impact. Maiden discusses the importance of entrepreneurs as change makers, the meaning of being a provocateur in business, and her journey in international development. We also talk about the need for strategic thinking over…
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My guest today is Talia Abramowitz, managing partner of Deloitte Ventures, a unit which has made the vast majority of its direct investments in Canadian startups and is well-placed to speak to the feelings within ecosystem. We talk about how startups and investors are thinking of navigating the current uncertainty, and how far along Canada has come…
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In the debut episode of Space for Improvement, Braden introduces Joe to Spaceryde, a now defunct space exploration company out of Canada that took aim at affordable access to space flight and low Earth orbit for science experiments. Unfortunately, their plans didn't pan out the way they had hoped. Corrections, comments, questions, or episode sugges…
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In this episode of the Startup Women podcast, we speak with Rashmi Prakash and Nadia Ladak, two innovative leaders in the menstrual health space. They discuss their journeys in creating Aruna Revolution and Marlow, the challenges they face in securing investment, and the importance of community building and education around menstrual health. Watch …
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Chad Ware joins The Growth Game Podcast live from SIA in Miami to talk about the power of strategic partnerships and how performance-based staffing models are changing the game. With a background in logistics and supply chain, Chad now leads growth at A1 Quality Logistics—bringing a client-first, data-driven approach to labor solutions. In this epi…
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“It doesn’t change anything.” That’s the response I keep getting from global investors when I ask how they’re adjusting to the Trump administration’s return. But here’s the truth: everything is already changing. 📉 Buy America. 📉 Tariffs. 📉 Stock market volatility. 📉 Private market redemption spikes. Saying it doesn’t affect your investment strategy…
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Melinda French Gates, a philanthropist, businesswoman, and global advocate for women and girls, joins Scott to discuss her new book The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward. They also get into Melinda’s philanthropic efforts, what she’s learned from raising a son, and why women still face barriers to claiming “real power” today. Follow…
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The world is becoming, if not a more dangerous place, then perhaps a testier one. Over the past decade or so, we’ve seen an intensifying staccato of cyber attacks against critical infrastructure and other large facilities, which can, of course, bring with it huge financial and operational problems. It is increasingly not just a problem for individu…
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Scott shares his take on the explosion of hotel brands and what it says about consolidation, consumer choice, and corporate strategy. Then, he reflects on the Netflix series Adolescence and the pressures facing young men today. Finally, in our Reddit Hotline segment, Scott responds to a question about Elizabeth Holmes, Theranos, and the culture of …
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Are you too one encounter away from greatness? That was the question echoing in my mind after hearing Tim Whiten speak at the AGO. I’ve admired Tim’s work since discovering him at Olga Korper Gallery—but hearing him reflect on his journey added a whole new layer. He spoke of Olga, the legendary gallerist, as a pivotal force in his life. "Without Ol…
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Scott and Jessica unpack the Supreme Court’s decision to block Trump’s use of a centuries-old immigration law, the unraveling of Ukraine peace talks, and Pete Hegseth’s involvement in a second Signal chat sharing classified military plans. Plus, David Hogg sparks generational drama in the Democratic Party—does challenging seniority politics help or…
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In this episode, Rick Spence interviews Maiden Manzanal-Frank, author and consultant who specializes in strategy, change, and impact. Maiden discusses the importance of entrepreneurs as change makers, the meaning of being a provocateur in business, and her journey in international development. We also talk about the need for strategic thinking over…
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“ Toronto Tech Week belongs to everyone. Toronto Tech Week is by definition a platform, and it succeeds or fails by the virtue of all the hosts and all of the ecosystem in Toronto wanting to participate.” Filling the summer event gap that Collision left in the city, Toronto Tech Week plans to host 10,000 people attending over 100 events this June. …
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What if free trade isn't really free? Tariffs are a distortion to free market economics. The only problem: We don’t have a free market economy as countries prop up and protect their native industries with restrictive rules on — or even entirely against — imports. In this episode of The Business of Agriculture, Damian Mason digs into the numbers (ou…
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Scott and Ed discuss gold hitting a record high, the Trump administration’s new restrictions on chip exports, and Jerome Powell’s comments on tariffs. Then, they unpack how other nations are pushing back against the tariffs, highlighting Trump’s key strategic missteps—including his underestimation of global rivals. Finally, they dissect the key mom…
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In this episode, Al sits down with Amanda Rae, the owner of Base Studio, a thriving hair salon in Regina. Amanda shares her journey from a stylist to a business owner, the challenges she faced, and the resilience it took to overcome them, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can learn more about Base Studio at basestudio.ca. Subscribe now! …
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Can outsourcing be the secret to scaling your staffing firm without sacrificing quality? Dylan Hale of Penbrothers joins The Growth Game Podcast to break down how U.S. staffing agencies are leveraging international talent to boost productivity, reduce costs, and build flexible operations. In this episode, hosted by Paul DeLuca from the SIA Executiv…
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🚨 Disinformation isn’t new. But today, it’s faster, stickier, and more dangerous than ever. This week, I attended a thought-provoking event in French on conspiracy theories in the digital age, featuring Rudy Reichstadt, founder of Conspiracy Watch, and hosted by Gabrielle Sabourin of Radio-Canada. Students from the Université de l’Ontario Français …
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Mark Carney, Canada’s 24th Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party, joins Scott to discuss the country’s economic outlook, how Canada fits into a shifting global order, and whether the U.S.-Canada relationship can be repaired amid rising trade tensions. Follow Mark Carney, @MarkJCarney. Algebra of Happiness: thoughts on porn. Learn more abou…
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In this inspiring episode, Sharon DeKoning dives deep into the mindset and grit it takes to thrive as an entrepreneur. Drawing from her own journey and her previous conversation with Jeff Mulligan, COO of ASTEC Safety, Sharon explores what it really means to outwork the competition. It's not just about clocking long hours—it’s about doing what othe…
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Eugene Berezin is a business mentor who blends his background in clinical psychology with high-performance sales strategy to help service-based entrepreneurs sell authentically. Through his Sell the Way You Love mentorship, he guides coaches and consultants in mastering high-ticket sales without pressure or burnout, using his Marketer Archetypes Fr…
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Scott answers a big-picture question about the future of nonprofits. Then, he speaks to a listener preparing for a big move after college and offers advice on managing loneliness and finding independence. Finally, in our Reddit Hotline segment, Scott shares his take on how to lead effectively as a first-time (and remote) manager. Want to be feature…
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🤖 AI is moving fast—and not just in the startups it powers, but in the venture capital firms that fund them. Last week, I attended a fantastic panel hosted by Introduction Capital on The Role of AI in Startups and Venture Capital, moderated by Kathryn Wortsman and featuring insights from Eva Lau, Matt Cohen, and Peter Shi. Here’s what struck me: We…
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Scott and Jessica break down the chaos surrounding Trump’s economic and immigration agendas. First, they dive into Trump’s trade war U-turn: after rattling global markets, he’s hit pause on his “reciprocal” tariff strategy—everywhere but China. They unpack what this 90-day freeze actually means and whether there’s any real strategy behind the whipl…
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In this episode, we speak to Sarah and Jamie of Where I Thrive. They share insights on hiring practices and reflect on their experiences, including the lessons learned from their unsuccessful cafe venture. We focus on the importance of knowing when to quit, the dynamics of decision-making in partnerships, and the significance of taking responsibili…
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In this episode, we speak to Sarah and Jamie of Where I Thrive. They share insights on hiring practices and reflect on their experiences, including the lessons learned from their unsuccessful cafe venture. We focus on the importance of knowing when to quit, the dynamics of decision-making in partnerships, and the significance of taking responsibili…
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“ At the end of the day, I really wanted a Pebble. It didn't exist. No one was building anything remotely like it. So I, without really knowing what I was doing, decided to go and make it.” Almost 10 years after Pebble’s demise, Eric Migicovsky is back building smartwatches. The Canadian behind some of the largest Kickstarter projects of all time e…
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Agricultural equipment is among the largest capital investments on American farms—yet much of it sits idle for most of the year. With rising interest rates and pressure on farm income, optimizing machinery utilization is more important than ever. In this episode, Damian Mason is joined by Martyn Gross, founder of AgShared (https://agshared.com), to…
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Scott and Ed dive into the ongoing trade war, unpacking how markets reacted to Trump’s 90-day tariff pause and the broader turmoil with China. They break down what may have just been the greatest day of insider trading in history, assess the damage to American 401Ks, and explore what likely drove Trump to hit pause on the tariffs. Scott also offers…
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This week Al sits down with Ashley Donald, the owner of BasketCases, a prominent gift basket store in Regina. Ashley shares her inspiring journey of buying and running the business, discussing her origins, struggles, and future outlook. Discover how she transformed from a dedicated customer to the “Chief Basket Case” herself, navigating the challen…
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In this episode of The Growth Game Podcast, Larry Carnahan and Adam Forbes of Meritus Capital explore what it takes to build, scale, and support successful staffing firms in today’s market. Live from the SIA Executive Forum in Miami, the conversation covers: ✔️ Building staffing companies from the ground up ✔️ Why people matter more than tech (but …
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🔥 Is “Follow Your Bliss” Really the Best Career Advice? We’ve all heard it: Follow your bliss. It’s a seductive idea. Quit your job, pursue your passion full-time, build a life that doesn’t feel like work. You’ve seen the success stories—artists, creators, tech founders, athletes—who bet on themselves and won. But what about everyone else? 👉 What i…
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Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group, joins Scott to discuss Trump’s tariffs, U.S.-China tensions, developments in Iran and Ukraine, and America’s global standing. Follow Ian, @ianbremmer. Algebra of Happiness: something to be proud of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Click here to see MORE! In this episode of FinTech Confidential Uncut, host Tedd Huff talks with Jeff Scheidel, VP of Operations at AuthID, about the rise of AI-driven fraud targeting financial institutions. They explore how deepfakes, voice cloning, and large language models are enabling scammers to impersonate executives, create synthetic identit…
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It is commonly thought that if you’re dealing with deeptech, that means you’re dealing with long horizons and long timelines to make your money back after an investment, but that is not necessarily the case, according to my guest today. I speak with Julien Fredonie, who heads up investments in Europe and Africa for Honda Xcelerator Ventures, the co…
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Scott breaks down whether Elon Musk poses a fiduciary risk to Tesla shareholders. He then offers advice to a grandmother trying to help her 15-year-old grandson understand money. In our Reddit Hotline segment, Scott shares the craziest fan encounter he’s ever had and reflects on where he found meaning in life before becoming a father. Want to be fe…
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👩‍💼 Why I’m Not Running for Office (And Probably Never Will) People sometimes ask me why I don’t run for public office. It’s flattering. But here’s the truth: I have a hard time with the idea that if you buy into one belief, you’re expected to adopt ten more—no questions asked. Party lines, political jerseys, organizational echo chambers—it’s all t…
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Scott and Jessica break down Trump’s sweeping new trade war that’s tanking the markets, Elon Musk’s rumored White House exit after a rocky tenure as Trump’s government efficiency czar, and a fiery 25-hour speech from Senator Cory Booker that’s lighting a fire under Democrats — and may signal a new chapter in the resistance. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @…
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Global trade is undergoing a fundamental transformation. After decades of increasing globalization, countries are pivoting toward protectionist policies to safeguard domestic industries. In this episode, international agribusiness consultant Todd Thurman joins Damian Mason to explore the resurgence of tariffs and trade restrictions—and what this sh…
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Scott and Ed dig into the rubble of the record breaking $6.6 trillion sell-off following Trump’s tariffs announcements. They break down how Trump determined the tariff rates, what the tariffs will do to company earnings and the real economy, and offer advice on how to deal with turmoil in the markets as an investor. Vote for Prof G Markets at the W…
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Victoria Morton is the co-founder of TSwift Dance Party Canada. In this episode, Victoria shares her journey of creating a unique event business centered around Taylor Swift’s music. Victoria emphasizes the joy and safety of their events, the significance of maintaining authenticity in a competitive market, and the operational strategies that have …
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Victoria Morton is the co-founder of TSwift Dance Party Canada. In this episode, Victoria shares her journey of creating a unique event business centered around Taylor Swift’s music. Victoria emphasizes the joy and safety of their events, the significance of maintaining authenticity in a competitive market, and the operational strategies that have …
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In the season 8 premier of ‘Yes, We Are Open’, Al flies to Regina, Saskatchewan to visit Kevin Toth, President of Prairie Flying Service. They delve into the storied history and rich legacy of the company which began in 1946, founded by four World War II pilots. The aviation industry has had many highs and lows during that time. Significant events …
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