Best The Uncommon Man Project Podcasts (2025)

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EP33: Leading from the Soul: Business, Fatherhood, and the Sacred Path feat. Gareth Were 37:39

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You’re building, pushing, achieving but at what cost? In this raw conversation, Nick and Gareth dive into what happens when the grind breaks you open, how heartbreak and burnout can become doorways to deeper purpose, and why true leadership starts at home. Gareth shares his journey from heartbreak to building a thriving business while doing the inn…

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Leading Authentically in a Fractured World with Christopher & David Gergen 55:27

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What does authentic leadership look like in today’s divided world? In this intimate conversation, Moving the Needle co-host Christopher Gergen sits down with his father, legendary advisor and commentator David Gergen, to explore the values that shape courageous, service-driven leadership. From growing up in Durham to navigating the halls of power, …

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S02 EP032 Uncommon HiFi design philosophies. 47 years of innovations with VAF Research. 1:16:02

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Parliament House, The Adelaide Festival Centre and New York's largest church. Where sound perfection is required, VAF has always been there. The evolution of uncommon sound, past, present and future. Sponsored By Len Wallis Audio

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Debt, Dignity, and Disruption: Financing a New Future for Higher Ed with Dr. Mark Anthony Brown 51:57

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As the first alumnus to serve as President of Tuskegee University, Dr. Mark Brown brings a powerful blend of personal experience, military leadership, and policy innovation to the future of higher education. In this episode, he reflects on his journey—from growing up with limited means to overseeing a $1.7 trillion student loan portfolio. Dr. Brown…

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EP32: Rooted in the Real, Open to the Stars: Building a New World from the Ground Up (Feat. Bryan) 1:51:29

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You’re running fast, building, grinding, making things happen. But somewhere deep in your bones, you know there’s more than just the material world. This episode is a journey into that space between the dirt under your fingernails and the cosmos above your head. Ryan isn’t your average guest. He runs a thriving family business, oversees organic vin…

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From Corporate Ladder to Capital Ownership: One Man’s Wealth-Building Journey with Robert Jones 1:13:08

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With roots in West Virginia and Detroit, Robert Jones rose through the ranks of corporate America—then turned his attention to closing the racial wealth gap. In this episode, he shares how a growth mindset, powerful mentors, and unwavering family support helped him transition from earning income to owning capital. Now an angel investor with Realm C…

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S02 EP031 Peter Comeau designer of Wharfedale reveals new model projects. Speaker design, acoustics, balance and the beauty of musicality. 1:13:56

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Wharfedale, Castle & Mission. Audiophiles diagnosed and room acoustics dissected. The meaning and importance of balance in loudspeaker design. Opinions on horn loaded, tubes and why price has nothing to do with quality of sound. Sponsored By The StereoNet Home Entertainment Expo Melbourne August 2025…

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Redefining Wealth: The Blueprint for Black Venture Capital with Kwame Anku 1:05:14

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As founder of the Black Star Fund, Kwame Anku is investing in the future of Black innovation—one transformative founder at a time. In this episode, he shares how his upbringing as a first-generation Ghanaian American gave him a dual lens on American opportunity and systemic barriers. From answering Prince’s provocative question—“Where are the Black…

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Place, Power, and Possibility: How Cities Can Ride the Reindustrialization Wave with Bruce Katz 47:58

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Bruce Katz has spent decades shaping policy at the intersection of cities, innovation, and inclusive growth. In this episode, he unpacks why now is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for communities to reclaim their place in a reindustrializing America. From reshoring and decarbonization to supply chains and federal investments, Katz shares why int…

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EP31: From Numb to Noble: Reclaiming Fire After the Fall feat. Ryan Rockwell 51:33

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Welcome to another episode of The Uncommon Man Project — the space where men stop performing and start remembering who they really are. This isn’t about hacks or hustle. It’s about grit, integrity, and the long road back to wholeness when everything collapses. Because for the high-achieving man, it’s not success that breaks you — it’s the disconnec…

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S02 EP030 HiFi innovation. Three unique and innovative concepts. 1:16:42

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Vinyl restoration technology and two outrageous speaker designs. Sponsored By Harbottle Audio

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From C Student to CEO: Redefining Success with Felecia Hatcher 31:00

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Felecia Hatcher’s journey—from a self-described “C student” to CEO of Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition—is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. In this episode, she shares how her early experiences, entrepreneurial hustle, and commitment to building Black startup ecosystems shaped her mission. From launching Code Fever and Black Tech Week t…

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Future-Focused, People-Driven: Designing Inclusive Economic Strategies With Tracye McDaniel 35:45

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Tracye McDaniel brings three decades of expertise to this conversation on the future of economic development. As President of TIP Strategies, she explores the power of foresight, data, and place-based investment in creating inclusive growth. From AI and workforce shifts to underutilized community assets and the untapped role of faith-based institut…

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EP30: The Hidden Shame Behind Success: Why High-Achieving Men Carry Regret - And How to Reclaim Your Power 38:32

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Most men won’t say it out loud—but they feel it. That gnawing gap between external success and internal peace. In this powerful episode, the Uncommon Man team goes deep into the hidden shame many high-achieving men carry. From overworking to win approval to sabotaging intimacy at home, we explore how unconscious wounds shape our identities and keep…

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S02 EP029 Laurence Dickie at Munich High End. Full interview and 2025 roundup. 52:06

2M ago52:06

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Laurence Dickie, interviewed at Munich High End 2025 goes deep into loudspeaker design and sets Not An Audiophile host straight on some audio assumptions. Laurence Dickie is best known as the designer of Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus and the Vivid Audio loudspeakers. Munich High End 2025 roundup where our host offers the best, worst and best affordable…

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EP29: The Masculine Mirror: What It Takes to Be a Man in a Modern Relationship (feat. Brennan Hopkins) 1:26:29

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In this raw and reflective episode, we sit down with Brennan Hopkins—creative, coach, and former husband—as he unpacks the quiet compromises, unspoken resentments, and misplaced identity that slowly eroded his marriage. What began as a pursuit of being the “steady rock” turned into a cautionary tale of self-abandonment masked as maturity. Together,…

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Reviving the Motor City: Detroit’s Comeback and the Power of Inclusive Growth with Kevin Johnson 40:08

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Detroit’s comeback is one of the most remarkable economic stories in America—and Kevin Johnson has been at the heart of it. As President and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, he shares how the city has gone from bankruptcy to boom, with $5 billion in active investment and a renewed focus on equity. From attracting global companies to …

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From Education to Economic Opportunity: Leading with Purpose in Pinellas County With Dr. Cynthia Johnson 29:49

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Dr. Cynthia Johnson brings a unique perspective to economic development, rooted in education and driven by equity. She shares how Pinellas County, Florida, responds to disruption through collaboration, innovation, and people-centered strategy. From launching an $11.2M business incubator to building a unified workforce system, Dr. Johnson outlines h…

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S02 EP028 World's best HiFi brands - One on One interviews. 2:29:59

2M ago2:29:59

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Bowers & Wilkins; Focal; Sonus Faber; McIntosh; Denon; Marantz; Piega; Audio Research; March Audio; Naim and more. New products, models and behind the concepts. Sponsored By Harbottle Audio

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The People's Project: Equity, Growth, and the Atlanta BeltLine With Clyde Higgs 30:40

2M ago30:40

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In this episode, Clyde Higgs dives into the $4.5 billion Atlanta BeltLine—a transformative infrastructure project reconnecting 45 neighborhoods while driving job creation, transit access, and affordable housing. Higgs shares how public-private partnerships, inclusive zoning, and land banking are helping ensure long-time residents and legacy busines…

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S02 EP027 HiFi Myths Busted! 5 myths "blown up" with actual facts. 54:34

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From the infamous "recap everything" advice to the idea that streaming robs musicians, we cut through the noise with first-hand experience, facts and a healthy dose of skepticism. Sponsored By Harbottle Audio

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Meeting the Moment: Redefining Leadership in Economic Development with Nathan Ohle 24:57

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Recorded live at the IEDC Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C., this special kickoff episode features Nathan Ohle, President & CEO of IEDC. Nathan joins co-host Johnathan Holifield to reflect on the Summit’s theme—“Meeting the Moment”—and what it means for the future of economic development. From building inclusive, resilient economies to equippin…

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S02 EP026 HIFI Retail Evolution. 1:13:28

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Does HiFi gear really sound better than it ever did? What's changed and what does the future of HiFi look like? The evolution of HiFi over 47 years of Len Wallis Audio. Sponsored By Stereonet

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EP28: The Lost Art of Initiation - Awakening the Modern Man 1:00:37

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In this powerful episode of The Uncommon Man Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most overlooked, yet vital elements of modern masculinity: the path of initiation. Joined by Michael Cooper, Harry Orr, and Nick Vonpitt, we explore how the lack of true rites of passage has left many men operating from boy psychology in adult bodies—and how reclaimi…

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S02 EP025 HiFi Show Roundup Sydney 2025. 1:10:42

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Richter, Dohmann, Musical Fidelity, Air Tight Tube amps, Fischer & Fischer slate speakers, Microphase and more... Sponsored By SpectraFlora

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S02 EP024 HiFi reviews with Soundstage Aust and Edgar Kramer. Behind the man with his finger on the pulse of HiFi. 1:40:03

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The highly-qualified and experienced ear behind the Soundstage Australia HiFi reviews has been everywhere, listened to everything and met every big name in HiFi. Sponsored By SpectraFlora

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S02 EP023 One simple step to speaker and room correction with DEQX designer, Kim Ryrie. 1:07:52

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Improve speaker and room acoustics with one simple step. Ground-breaking technology in the DEQX processor allows passive speakers to become active and diagnoses and improves inherent sound issues with passive speakers and listening rooms. Kim Ryrie, designer of the the Fairlight Synthesizer explains his latest project, the DEQX speaker and room pro…

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EP27: Run Your Life Like a CEO: Mastering Your Personal Operating System 27:13

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In this episode of the Uncommon Man Project Podcast, hosts Josh, Nick, and Harry dive into why high-achieving men often thrive in business yet feel stuck in their personal lives. They discuss how the very discipline and systems that drive professional success often fail to translate into health, relationships, and overall life satisfaction. Through…

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S02 EP022 Turntables and vinyl sound quality with Mark Dohmann of Dohmann Audio. All your questions answered. 2:00:01

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Cartridge compliance, tracking force and tonearm alignment - why they are so important. The top 5 points affecting turntable sound Best turntable, tonearm and cartridge combos. Platter mat considerations. Why the quality of turntable leads are critical. How technology has solved the vibration isolation problem and how Dohmann Audio Helix One and He…

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S02 EP021 Music: 5 best music tracks. 2 HiFi professionals and 1 opinion party. 1:09:25

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What constitutes good music? 5 tracks/albums that you should know to test your speakers, hold an educated conversation about music and to just plain feel alive! Two HiFi professionals with polar opposite tastes in music hold an opinion party on what's great, good and just plain rubbish. Sponsored By stereonet.com…

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EP26: From Chasing Goals to True Fulfillment: The Hidden Keys of Lasting Achievement 34:09

5M ago34:09

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In this episode of the Uncommon Man Podcast, Harry and Nick dive deep into what they call Sustainable Success —a powerful perspective for achieving high-level success without sacrificing your health, relationships, and personal values. They share personal anecdotes about reaching “summits” that weren’t truly theirs and how living in constant pursui…

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S02 EP020 Subwoofers - Inside the "no compromise" design, engineering and attitude of Harbottle Audio. 1:37:03

6M ago1:37:03

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Subwoofers by Harbottle Audio, Canada. Sit down with the designer for the world's best tech talk on every aspect of producing the greatest subwoofers ever.

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EP25: Beyond the Hustle: Overcoming the Emptiness of the Success Trap 38:52

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In this episode, the Uncommon Team kick off 2025 by exposing the pitfalls of the “always-hustle” mindset, revealing why many top performers—despite outward triumphs—feel empty or disconnected. They discuss the power of focusing on value creation over clocking hours, point out how more free time can provoke internal angst if you lack personal clarit…

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BONUS: Social Entrepreneurship and Moving the Needle, with Forward Impact Solutions' Christopher Gergen 53:14

6M ago53:14

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Today we're sharing an episode of a podcast that shares our mission to move the needle - Inside Impact with Alisa Herr. Christopher Gergen's first entrepreneurial venture—a coffee shop bar in Santiago, Chile—was impactful, but more impactful was the man who walked in and introduced himself as a "cultural entrepreneur." In this episode, hear how tha…

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S02 EP019 Fairlight Synthesizer, music making, two Australians and a barking dog 1:02:34

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The Fairlight CMI changed music making forever. The "world's greatest synthesizer" offered a never-before-imagined conduit between technology and creativity. Co-founder, Kim Ryrie made it all possible and casually chats about his history and the ground-breaking technology that is the Fairlight.

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EP24: Reflect, Recharge, Reimagine – Lessons on Growth and Balance for the Year Ahead 40:00

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Welcome to the final episode of 2024 on The Uncommon Man Project Podcast, where we empower men to redefine their lives. In this reflective episode, hosts Harry Orr and Nick Vonpitt delve into personal growth, resilience, and balancing family, career, and personal well-being. The duo shares their wins, challenges, and strategies to enter 2025 with c…

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S01 EP018 2024 HiFi News wrap up. VOTED best sound. Over and under-exposed HiFi brands. Saddest HiFi story this year. 1:05:59

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KEF, Monitor Audio, WiiM are just a few HiFi brands you constantly hear about in reviews and news. Our experts list their under-exposed brands that are as good or better. Our hosts voted best sound for 2024 - Stax SR-X9000 Headphones and Acapella Loudspeakers feature in the "blew me away" category. We discuss the destruction of Tom Evans Audio by t…

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S01 EP017 HiFi cable guru debunks cable myths and delves into the complex world of cable quality. 1:11:26

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HiFi cable technology and myths discussed in detail with Matthew Bond from Matthew Bond Audio. Copper competition, cable lifters, directional cables and bogus quality claims are all discussed with strong opinions, science and experience making for a fascinating episode on HiFi cables.

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Revolutionizing Food Systems: Transforming Communities for Generational Wealth Creation, with Tom McDougall 59:24

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Today we explore how a transformed food system can pave the way for generational wealth creation, equity, and a sustainable future for communities. 4P Foods is working to revolutionize the food industry by connecting smallholder farmers with local consumers, and CEO Tom McDougall joins us to talk about the need to improve food ecosystems, consideri…

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Rodney Williams, Changing Access to Capital with SoLo Funds 52:36

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SoLo Funds is the outgrowth of co-founder and chairman Rodney Williams’ lived experience of a mother who regularly needed access to short-term cash to stay current with bills and to maintain household cohesion. Such loans were very limited and costly in his neighborhood. Rodney wanted to develop a community-based lending marketplace for small dolla…

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$100M in Capital Funding, with Minority Business Accelerator CEO Darrin Redus 1:02:21

7M ago1:02:21

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Today's guest is Darrin Redus, CEO of the Cincinnati Minority Business Accelerator within the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber of Commerce. The Accelerator has recently launched a $100 million transformational equity capital fund to fuel the creation of larger scale minority owned businesses, and Darrin is here to give us all of the details of what …

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S01 EP016 Creek Audio. UK HiFi brand Creek Audio with Mike Creek discussing 40 plus years of success. 1:36:43

7M ago1:36:43

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The founder of Creek Audio, Mike Creek tells the inside story of how the brand became the worldwide success it is today. Listeners are treated to a tech talk on the Class B amplifier that started it all, Mike's approach to value engineering and how retail exclusivity over mainstream distribution worked magic.…

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EP23: When a Man Becomes His Own Worst Enemy 34:54

8M ago34:54

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In this episode of The Uncommon Man Project, we’re tackling a silent yet pervasive struggle—what happens when a man becomes his own worst enemy. It starts with ambition but spirals into burnout, disconnection, and an endless chase for validation. Many men unknowingly tie their self-worth to their work, suppress their emotions, and wear a mask of st…

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Lyneir Richardson, CEO of Chicago TREND 51:04

8M ago51:04

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As we talk about the racial wealth gap it’s critical to highlight the importance of owning appreciating assets. At the end of 2020, 44% of Black Americans owned their homes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, compared with almost 75% of White Americans. That difference materially undermines both family wealth creation and prospects for inclusive …

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S01 EP015 News in HiFi 2 - Bose, McIntosh takeover? Stupidest HiFi tweaks? Kooky audio ideas & HiFi regrets. 1:00:36

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Bose takeover of McIntosh? Andrew & David can’t decide how it could ever be a good thing for HiFi. Stupid HiFi tweaks inc special bi-wire links? Kooky audio ideas no longer around including colouring CDs with a special green pen to improve sound quality? AND HiFi regrets. Both Andrew and David regret disposing of turntables but David wins the sadde…

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Jennifer Shieh, US Small Business Administration Director of Ecosystem Development 52:16

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When you’re running a small business, you’ll take all the resources you can get, especially access to capital. But many founders have no idea where to begin to look for funding and wouldn’t even think to look at the federal government. To promote inclusive opportunity and prosperity, America’s Seed Fund - the small business innovation research prog…

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EP22: Break Free from Indecision: Transform Your Life with This Proven Method 25:38

8M ago25:38

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In Episode 22 of the Uncommon Man Project Podcast, hosts Harry Orr and Nick Vonpitt tackle one of the most paralyzing challenges faced by high-performing men: indecision. They explore how decision-making fatigue and overthinking lead to burnout and stagnation, while offering a structured system—The Decision Matrix—to overcome these barriers. Drawin…

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S01 EP014 HiFi Acoustics - Big improvements in HiFi sound from small changes. 43:36

8M ago43:36

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Have you ever wanted to sell your speakers and try something else because they just don't sound the way you thought they would? Maybe the something else you should try is acoustics. David Spargo in Part 2 talks about the intricacies of how the brain perceives sound and practical changes you can make to take advantage of the system you love in the s…

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Aaron Walker, CEO of Camelback Ventures 41:17

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Median Black wealth is 12 times less than median White wealth, and it is estimated that median Black wealth by 2053 will be zero. While there are myriad historic and current reasons for such outcomes, what we know for sure is that entrepreneurship is a potent enabler of wealth creation and driver of inclusive prosperity. Today’s guest on Moving The…

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EP21: Stress, Success, and the Male Mindset: Reclaiming Control and Consistency 42:59

8M ago42:59

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In this episode, the team tackles “The Hidden Stresses of High-Performing Men.” From the subtle signs of chronic stress that creep into relationships and health to the mental traps that hinder progress, Joshua, Harry, and Nick provide a hard-hitting look at what’s really holding high achievers back. With stories from their coaching experience, they…