Best Business And Family Coexistence Podcasts (2025)

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360. Reverse Engineering Long Term Success in a Product Based Brand 21:46

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU HAVE BIG GOALS & WANT TO KNOW HOW TO PLAN FOR THEM You have big dreams for your business… but when’s the last time you looked at your day-to-day and asked if your actions match that vision? In this episode, I’m walking you through how to reverse engineer your growth — not in five years, not someday, but sooner. If you’…

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559. “Tips to Increase Profitability for Product Based Businesses” // COACHING SESSION 23:55

5d ago23:55

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU’RE UNSURE HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR BUSINESS IS MAKING PROFIT AND HOW TO MAKE IT MORE PROFITABLE If you're looking at your sales and wondering where all the money is going... this one’s for you. This question came from Heather: “I struggle with figuring out ‘the numbers.’ Got any suggestions on how to track costs vs income? …

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218. From Care.com to AI: How Sheila Lirio Marcelo is Reimagining the Modern Family’s Time 39:10

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Hey Rainmakers, it’s Chelsey and Stephen—and this one is packed with real talk and refreshing transparency. In this episode, we’re diving into what it really looks like to pivot, restart, and follow the whisper of God even when you have no clue what the next step looks like. We're joined again by our good friend Adrienne Richardson—this time, just …

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358. Infusing FUN into Your Life to Grow Your Business with Kari Esmail 36:06

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU ARE WANTING A MORE BALANCED BASED APPROACH TO BUSINESS BUT ARE UNSURE WHERE TO START Today I am talking with Kari Esmail all about her balanced based approach to changing the narrative around hustle culture. Our hope is this conversation is refreshing & eye opening that hustle culture is NOT necessary BUT you can still…

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357. "How Would You Start From Zero on Social Media" // Coaching Session 17:27

12d ago17:27

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU’RE STARTING FROM ZERO ON SOCIAL MEDIA You have the product… but now what? Where do you begin when it comes to building a real brand online? This question came in from the community: “How would you start from zero on social media?” And in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what I would do — step by step — if I were…

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217. Adrienne Richardson on Burning It Down and Starting Over: A Raw Journey of Reinvention In The Midst of Uncertainty 39:24

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Hey Rainmakers! Chelsey and Stephen here—and today’s episode is a powerful one. We’re sitting down with our friend Adrienne Richardson, who’s been a force in the marketing world for years. But instead of talking Facebook ads or funnels, Adrienne takes us behind the scenes of one of the most raw, real, and faith-led reinventions we’ve ever heard. Wh…

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This is what the future of media looks like | Hamish McKenzie 10:58

13d ago10:58

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What if the polarizing mess of social media, clickbait headlines and addictive algorithms isn't a breakdown of media but a transition to something better? Substack cofounder Hamish McKenzie explores how independent creators are growing a new media "garden," where trust beats engagement metrics and audiences matter more than ads. Learn why clicking …

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This is what the future of media looks like | Hamish McKenzie 10:58

13d ago10:58

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What if the polarizing mess of social media, clickbait headlines and addictive algorithms isn't a breakdown of media but a transition to something better? Substack cofounder Hamish McKenzie explores how independent creators are growing a new media "garden," where trust beats engagement metrics and audiences matter more than ads. Learn why clicking …

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The catastrophic risks of AI — and a safer path | Yoshua Bengio 14:49

14d ago14:49

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Yoshua Bengio — the world's most-cited computer scientist and a "godfather" of artificial intelligence — is deadly concerned about the current trajectory of the technology. As AI models race toward full-blown agency, Bengio warns that they've already learned to deceive, cheat, self-preserve and slip out of our control. Drawing on his groundbreaking…

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The catastrophic risks of AI — and a safer path | Yoshua Bengio 14:49

14d ago14:49

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Yoshua Bengio — the world's most-cited computer scientist and a "godfather" of artificial intelligence — is deadly concerned about the current trajectory of the technology. As AI models race toward full-blown agency, Bengio warns that they've already learned to deceive, cheat, self-preserve and slip out of our control. Drawing on his groundbreaking…

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356. How to Land PR Opportunities to Grow Your Product Based Business with Gloria Chou 24:26

15d ago24:26

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU’VE BEEN WANTING TO GET STARTED WITH PR FOR YOU SMALL BUSINESS Today we’re diving in to the magic of PR with Gloria Chou. In this quick & actionable episode you will walk away with tangible strategies of how to get started with landing PR opportunities for your business. Gloria Chou is an award-winning PR strategist and…

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How to make climate stories impossible to ignore | Katherine Dunn 9:46

15d ago9:46

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In environmental reporting, “it's not always about the big climate story,” says journalist Katherine Dunn. She challenges newsrooms to rethink how they cover climate change, connecting to the things readers love — whether that’s jobs, football or even a good mango — with three actionable tips for making overlooked stories irresistible.…

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How to make climate stories impossible to ignore | Katherine Dunn 9:46

15d ago9:46

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In environmental reporting, “it's not always about the big climate story,” says journalist Katherine Dunn. She challenges newsrooms to rethink how they cover climate change, connecting to the things readers love — whether that’s jobs, football or even a good mango — with three actionable tips for making overlooked stories irresistible.…

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216. Amy Wine on Boundaries, Burnout, and Building a Life That Actually Works 34:51

19d ago34:51

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Hey Rainmakers! It’s Chelsey and Stephen here—and this conversation with Amy Wine is one we’ll be thinking about for a long time. Whether you’re juggling business, marriage, parenting, or all of the above (🙋‍♀️), Amy brings the wisdom, real-life experience, and clarity that makes you feel both seen and empowered. We’re talking about boundaries, bur…

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What if the climate movement felt like a house party? | Matthew Phillips 8:34

18d ago8:34

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You’re invited into a bold new vision for the climate movement — a space of trust and honesty, where artists inspire action and everyone has a role to play. Social impact leader Matthew Phillips explores how shared purpose and imagination can revive the fragmented approach to climate action and unlock the power of collective momentum.…

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What if the climate movement felt like a house party? | Matthew Phillips 8:34

18d ago8:34

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You’re invited into a bold new vision for the climate movement — a space of trust and honesty, where artists inspire action and everyone has a role to play. Social impact leader Matthew Phillips explores how shared purpose and imagination can revive the fragmented approach to climate action and unlock the power of collective momentum.…

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355. "Where to Start Optimizing My Email Marketing Without Being Too Salesy" // COACHING SESSIONS 13:15

19d ago13:15

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU DON’T HAVE ANY SOLID EMAIL MARKETING & YOU’RE WONDERING WHERE TO START If you’ve been avoiding email marketing or only send emails when you're launching, this episode is your roadmap to finally building a system that works every week of the year. A listener asked: “Where do I start with email marketing without sounding…

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The AI revolution is underhyped | Eric Schmidt 25:34

19d ago25:34

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The arrival of non-human intelligence is a very big deal, says former Google CEO and chairman Eric Schmidt. In a wide-ranging interview with technologist Bilawal Sidhu, Schmidt makes the case that AI is wildly underhyped, as near-constant breakthroughs give rise to systems capable of doing even the most complex tasks on their own. He explores the s…

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The AI revolution is underhyped | Eric Schmidt 25:34

19d ago25:34

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The arrival of non-human intelligence is a very big deal, says former Google CEO and chairman Eric Schmidt. In a wide-ranging interview with technologist Bilawal Sidhu, Schmidt makes the case that AI is wildly underhyped, as near-constant breakthroughs give rise to systems capable of doing even the most complex tasks on their own. He explores the s…

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The delicious potential of rescuing wasted food | Jasmine Crowe-Houston 13:48

20d ago13:48

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What if solving hunger isn't about growing more food but wasting less of it? Social entrepreneur Jasmine Crowe-Houston has made that idea her mission with Goodr, a platform that reroutes surplus food to people in need. In conversation with journalist and "TED Radio Hour" host Manoush Zomorodi, she shares how a viral moment led to a nationwide effor…

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The delicious potential of rescuing wasted food | Jasmine Crowe-Houston 13:48

20d ago13:48

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What if solving hunger isn't about growing more food but wasting less of it? Social entrepreneur Jasmine Crowe-Houston has made that idea her mission with Goodr, a platform that reroutes surplus food to people in need. In conversation with journalist and "TED Radio Hour" host Manoush Zomorodi, she shares how a viral moment led to a nationwide effor…

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Are we cooked? How social media shapes your language | Adam Aleksic 13:52

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Gen Z slang is rife with new words like "unalive," "skibidi" and "rizz." Where do these words come from — and how do they get popular so fast? Linguist Adam Aleksic explores how the forces of social media algorithms are reshaping the way people talk and view their very own identities.By Adam Aleksic

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Are we cooked? How social media shapes your language | Adam Aleksic 13:52

21d ago13:52

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Gen Z slang is rife with new words like "unalive," "skibidi" and "rizz." Where do these words come from — and how do they get popular so fast? Linguist Adam Aleksic explores how the forces of social media algorithms are reshaping the way people talk and view their very own identities.By Adam Aleksic

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354. 80% of Product Marketing is Mastering this ONE Thing 24:12

22d ago24:12

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU WANT TO SEE YOUR MARKETING TAKE OFF You don’t need to post more, run ads, or create 15 new reels a week. If your sales feel stuck (even with traffic & consistency) this episode is your sign to take a closer look at your messaging. In this episode, we’re diving into what messaging actually means and why it’s responsible…

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How I make vegan food sexy | Pinky Cole 18:14

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At the plant-based burger chain Slutty Vegan, Pinky Cole is flipping the script on vegan food with bold style. In conversation with host of "TED Radio Hour" Manoush Zomorodi, she shares the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial journey, from her roots in Baltimore to the grease fire that took her first storefront in Harlem. Learn more about the aut…

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How I make vegan food sexy | Pinky Cole 18:14

22d ago18:14

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At the plant-based burger chain Slutty Vegan, Pinky Cole is flipping the script on vegan food with bold style. In conversation with host of "TED Radio Hour" Manoush Zomorodi, she shares the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial journey, from her roots in Baltimore to the grease fire that took her first storefront in Harlem. Learn more about the aut…

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215. Abundance Over Anxiety: How Danielle Schaaf Coaches Women to Think Bigger & Live Freely 53:05

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Hey Rainmakers! Chelsey and Stephen here, and today, we’ve got a powerhouse episode for you with the amazing Danielle Schaaf. If you’ve ever found yourself battling anxiety or feeling stuck in scarcity, this one’s for you. Danielle shares her journey from scarcity to abundance and how she now coaches women to embrace a mindset of possibility and po…

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The poetry of family | Duncan Keegan 9:44

25d ago9:44

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Duncan Keegan doesn't consider himself a poet, but this deeply beautiful talk shows otherwise. With simple grace and quiet eloquence, he celebrates family, connection and togetherness, often most called for at the hardest of times.By Duncan Keegan

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The poetry of family | Duncan Keegan 9:44

25d ago9:44

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Duncan Keegan doesn't consider himself a poet, but this deeply beautiful talk shows otherwise. With simple grace and quiet eloquence, he celebrates family, connection and togetherness, often most called for at the hardest of times.By Duncan Keegan

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353. “How Do I Know What Content to Post” // COACHING SESSION 17:44

26d ago17:44

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF THE QUESTION OF WHAT TO POST IS OFTEN ON YOUR MIND You sit down with your coffee, ready to post something... and somehow it’s mid-afternoon and nothing's gone live. Your brain feels blank, and everything you think of feels like a repeat of something you've already said. In this episode, I’m answering a question from Jennik…

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Can AI help with the chaos of family life? | Avni Patel Thompson 8:29

26d ago8:29

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Tech innovator Avni Patel Thompson designed an app to shield busy parents from the chaos of scheduling school pickups, coordinating playdates, planning birthday parties and more — but as the product developed, something felt off. What might we lose when AI smooths over the friction of everyday family life? Patel Thompson explores her surprising dis…

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Can AI help with the chaos of family life? | Avni Patel Thompson 8:29

26d ago8:29

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Tech innovator Avni Patel Thompson designed an app to shield busy parents from the chaos of scheduling school pickups, coordinating playdates, planning birthday parties and more — but as the product developed, something felt off. What might we lose when AI smooths over the friction of everyday family life? Patel Thompson explores her surprising dis…

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A parent's guide to raising kids after loss | Andy Laats 9:56

26d ago9:56

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Andy Laats had the textbook fairytale family setup ... a great job, a happy marriage, three wonderful kids and everything going for them. Until one day, they didn't anymore. In this tender, wise and unexpectedly funny talk, Laats describes the profound lessons he's learned over the years as a father, offering insights that will resonate with anyone…

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A parent's guide to raising kids after loss | Andy Laats 9:56

26d ago9:56

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Andy Laats had the textbook fairytale family setup ... a great job, a happy marriage, three wonderful kids and everything going for them. Until one day, they didn't anymore. In this tender, wise and unexpectedly funny talk, Laats describes the profound lessons he's learned over the years as a father, offering insights that will resonate with anyone…

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You are the bridge to the next generation | Ndinini Kimesera Sikar 9:22

27d ago9:22

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"Do you know what you want to preserve for the next generation?" asks community leader Ndinini Kimesera Sikar. Drawing on her experience growing up in a family of 38 in a traditional Maasai village in Tanzania — where every chore was shared, every story was sung and belonging meant survival — she explores how we can blend the old with the new to bu…

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You are the bridge to the next generation | Ndinini Kimesera Sikar 9:22

27d ago9:22

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"Do you know what you want to preserve for the next generation?" asks community leader Ndinini Kimesera Sikar. Drawing on her experience growing up in a family of 38 in a traditional Maasai village in Tanzania — where every chore was shared, every story was sung and belonging meant survival — she explores how we can blend the old with the new to bu…

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Are we still human if robots help raise our babies? | Sarah Blaffer Hrdy 8:25

28d ago8:25

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AI is transforming the way we work — could it also reshape what makes us human? In this quick and insightful talk, evolutionary anthropologist Sarah Blaffer Hrdy explores how the human brain was shaped by millions of years of shared childcare and mutually supportive communities, asking a provocative question: If robots help raise the next generatio…

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Are we still human if robots help raise our babies? | Sarah Blaffer Hrdy 8:25

28d ago8:25

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AI is transforming the way we work — could it also reshape what makes us human? In this quick and insightful talk, evolutionary anthropologist Sarah Blaffer Hrdy explores how the human brain was shaped by millions of years of shared childcare and mutually supportive communities, asking a provocative question: If robots help raise the next generatio…

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352. PPPP MODEL: 4 Steps to Consistent Online Product Sales 37:04

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU WANT MY EXACT FRAMEWORK TO GET TO CONSISTENT SALES IN YOUR PRODUCT-BASED BUSINESS If you’re tired of winging it, posting without results, or chasing sales with no strategy, this episode walks you through the exact framework I use to help product-based business owners go from inconsistent sales to repeat customers and d…

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The mental health AI chatbot made for real life | Alison Darcy 13:31

29d ago13:31

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Who do you turn to when panic strikes in the middle of the night — and can AI help? Psychologist Alison Darcy shares the vision behind Woebot, a mental health chatbot designed to support people in tough moments, especially when no one else is around. In conversation with author and podcaster Kelly Corrigan, Darcy explores what we should expect and …

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The mental health AI chatbot made for real life | Alison Darcy 13:31

29d ago13:31

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Who do you turn to when panic strikes in the middle of the night — and can AI help? Psychologist Alison Darcy shares the vision behind Woebot, a mental health chatbot designed to support people in tough moments, especially when no one else is around. In conversation with author and podcaster Kelly Corrigan, Darcy explores what we should expect and …

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214. Debt-Free & Unstuck: Jeremy Krulikowski on Breaking Financial Strongholds 40:34

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Hey Rainmakers! Stephen here, and today we’re tackling a topic that hits close to home for so many of us—debt and breaking free from its grip. In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Jeremy Krulikowski, a debt expert, to talk about practical strategies for freeing yourself from financial strongholds. Whether you're drowning in debt or just wa…

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How art helped me grapple with grief | Navied Mahdavian 8:01

1M ago8:01

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With just a few lines, cartoons can say so much with so little. In a moving talk, cartoonist Navied Mahdavian shares his process for distilling huge concepts into drawings on the page — and shows how his work helped him grieve the death of his beloved grandmother, flaws and all.By Navied Mahdavian

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How art helped me grapple with grief | Navied Mahdavian 8:01

1M ago8:01

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With just a few lines, cartoons can say so much with so little. In a moving talk, cartoonist Navied Mahdavian shares his process for distilling huge concepts into drawings on the page — and shows how his work helped him grieve the death of his beloved grandmother, flaws and all.By Navied Mahdavian

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The economic opportunity hidden in the climate transition | Marielle Remillard 12:21

1M ago12:21

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The energy grid of the future demands a massive amount of materials: billions of solar panels, millions of wind turbines and more. Climate strategist Marielle Remillard reveals why there may be critical shortages ahead — and breaks down how this could also be the biggest business opportunity since the Industrial Revolution.…

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The economic opportunity hidden in the climate transition | Marielle Remillard 12:21

1M ago12:21

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The energy grid of the future demands a massive amount of materials: billions of solar panels, millions of wind turbines and more. Climate strategist Marielle Remillard reveals why there may be critical shortages ahead — and breaks down how this could also be the biggest business opportunity since the Industrial Revolution.…

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351. "I Only Have Friends & Family Buying From Me" // COACHING SESSION 14:14

1M ago14:14

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LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU FEEL LIKE ONLY PEOPLE YOU KNOW ARE BUYING FROM YOU If it feels like only your friends, family, and acquaintances are buying from your business; you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m answering a real question from Jessika, who’s been in business for about a year and is ready to start growing beyond her inner circle. In…

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Star Wars changed visual effects — AI is doing it again | Rob Bredow 15:31

1M ago15:31

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Jedi master of visual effects Rob Bredow, known for his work at Industrial Light & Magic and Lucasfilm, takes us on a cinematic journey through the evolution of visual effects, with behind-the-scenes stories from the making of fan favorites like “Jurassic Park,” “Star Wars,” “Indiana Jones” and more. He shares how artist-driven innovation continues…

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Star Wars changed visual effects — AI is doing it again | Rob Bredow 15:31

1M ago15:31

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Jedi master of visual effects Rob Bredow, known for his work at Industrial Light & Magic and Lucasfilm, takes us on a cinematic journey through the evolution of visual effects, with behind-the-scenes stories from the making of fan favorites like “Jurassic Park,” “Star Wars,” “Indiana Jones” and more. He shares how artist-driven innovation continues…

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TED Talks Daily Book Club: Talk to Me | Rich Benjamin 43:20

1M ago43:20

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Rich Benjamin is a cultural critic, anthropologist and author of the new memoir "Talk to Me: Lessons from a Family Forged by History." In this interview with "TED Talks Daily" podcast host Elise Hu, Benjamin discusses the power of history in shaping generations — and how the intimate search for answers in his own family’s past helped him tell the s…