Best Multi Million Dollar Projects Podcasts (2025)

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Value Delivered: How Scrum Transformed a Multi-Million Dollar Project 43:07

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In this "Value Delivered" episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, host Dave West and PST Jay Rahman, Founder of Fractal Systems discuss how agile principles helped a large investment bank turn a struggling multi-million dollar project into a success. By applying Scrum at multiple levels, the organization improved leadership alignment, enhanced …

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Episode 206: Chris Hutchins’s Travel Hacking Gets Hacked 44:55

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If you have never listened to Chris Hutchins explain how to get free travel, you’ve probably been paying too much for your vacations. Turns out, a threat actor was listening to him and stole his miles. Download this week’s episode to hear how he hacked the situation to score even more points. (This episode originally airdropped September 26, 2022.)…

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Why We Cut Off Friends, Family, and Millionaires 56:05

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In this raw and brutally honest episode, we unpack the dark side of success — what it really costs you behind the scenes. From sacrificing relationships and health, to cutting off million-dollar opportunities just to protect your peace, this conversation hits different.We talk about:💥 Why saying “no” is the most powerful move you can make💰 Turning …

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Tariffs, Debt & Store Closures: Garrick Brown’s No-Fluff Retail Outlook 58:26

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Is the economy heading toward a recession… or are we already in one and just don’t feel it yet? In this episode, retail real estate economist Garrick Brown breaks down the current economic climate and its ripple effects on consumers, developers, and investors. He tackles quirky contradictions in the market: why retail sales are holding steady despi…

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Built for the EV Generation: Formula E Energizes 500 Million Global Race Fans 49:30

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When Roger Griffiths first heard about Formula E in 2014, he was intrigued but skeptical. A veteran of IndyCar, Le Mans, and Formula 1—and a self-described petrol head—he wasn’t convinced electric racing could deliver credible performance. Then he saw who was signing on. Michael Andretti. Alain Prost. Emerson Fittipaldi. Frank Williams. Plus early …

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Episode 205: Cybersecurity Girl Caitlin Sarian Tries to Delete Herself Online 34:42

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Every part of life that comes in contact with the Internet is tracked, packed and sold to a a seemingly infinite network of data brokers. Caitlin Sarian AKA Cybersecurity Girl joined us this week to discuss why scrubbing your information is trickier than it sounds and what you can do about it.By DeleteMe

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How We Can Do Hard Things 18:13

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One year ago, I never imagined I'd be someone who swims in the ocean year-round. I’ve always hated the cold — and yet, here I am, dipping into the sea every Friday morning at 7am, rain, wind or winter chill.It all started with a simple WhatsApp message to a few women on Waiheke Island… and now we’re a pod of more than 30 mermaids showing up every w…

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Cleaning the Grid: Wärtsilä Tackles the Toughest Battery Storage Projects on Earth 41:33

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Grid battery storage has gone from niche to necessary, fast. Projects that were once 300 megawatt-hours are now hitting 9 gigawatt-hours. And companies like Wärtsilä are leading the charge, taking on the hardest, highest-stakes deployments around the world. In this episode, Dave Hebert, VP of Global Sales & Business Strategy for Wärtsilä's Energy S…

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Episode 204: Nicole Perlroth Says All the Things that Keep Adam Up at Night 49:04

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Nicole Perlroth’s book This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends is a masterpiece on the topic of cyberwar and the zero-day hacks that make it deadly. Join us as we explore with Perlroth a cyberscape where mistakes are weaponized, backdoors abound and we all have zero degrees of separation from spies and the people they spy on.…

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The Fight That Started Our Multi-Million Dollar Media Network 1:09:36

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This episode is different. We’re not the biggest creators, we’re not the most viral — but people connect with us because it’s real. From building a media network with ZERO funding to sitting across from Gary Vee in his NYC office on a birthday we’ll never forget… this is the story of how far we’ve come and how much further we’re going.We talk about…

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Capturing Moments and Building Relationships with Makayla Hopper 44:20

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In this episode of the Catalyst podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Makayla Hopper from MacMo Photography. We dove into her journey from getting her first camera in middle school to making the bold leap into full-time photography. Makayla opened up about the thrill and terror of entrepreneurship, the significance of crafting genuine relati…

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The ROI on Climate Capital: A Mayor’s Blueprint for Citywide Renewal 58:34

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Jaime Pumarejo helped lead Barranquilla, Colombia, through a stunning transition. When he first joined the city’s government in his twenties, Barranquilla was under bankruptcy protection, poverty was high, and public trust was fractured. Today, it serves as a global model for how climate action can drive economic growth, attract investment, and del…

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Episode 203: Jack Rhysider Exposes Our Digital Secrets 44:30

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What if your digital footprint made you a target? Jack Rhysider, host of "Darknet Diaries," shares how a fan turned his online presence into a personal puzzle—revealing just how easily your privacy can be pieced together and exploited.By DeleteMe

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45 Minutes of Raw, Uncut Business & Life Advice from Gary Vee 47:34

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This Is The Most UNFILTERED Gary Vee Interview You've EVER Seen.Gary Vee sat down with us and held NOTHING back — from calling out fake entrepreneurs, to why “followers don’t matter,” to building a $75B brand in your face. We asked him if AI will kill the creator economy, how to balance money and passion, and whether "money really buys happiness."H…

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Solar, Semiconductors, and the American Dream: Enphase Is a $5.5B Climate Tech Powerhouse 45:01

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The energy grid we know today was built for a different era—centralized generation, one-way power flow, no rooftop solar, no EVs, no AI-driven demand. If Thomas Edison were alive, he’d recognize it instantly. And that’s the problem. Raghu Belur bet the system would have to change. In 2006, he co-founded Enphase Energy and started from the distribut…

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Ask a PST - Forecasting and Release Planning with Dominik Maximini 1:00:10

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In this Ask a PST episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, guest host Lindsay Velecina is joined by Professional Scrum Trainer Dominik Maximini to answer listener questions about forecasting and release planning. Dominik shares practical insights on estimation, using burn-down charts, managing dependencies with joint roadmaps, and aligning with …

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Racing the Clock: Wasteless Turns Expiring Food into Profit for Grocers Worldwide 47:22

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If food waste were a country, it would be the third-largest emitter, right behind the United States and China, accounting for 8-10% of global carbon emissions. It’s a staggering problem: 30% of all food produced globally goes to waste. And for supermarkets already operating on razor-thin margins, that waste translates into billions of dollars lost …

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Episode 202: Shannon Edwards Reveals the Student Data Free-for-All in New York City Schools 42:26

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As technology is integrated deeper into classrooms, the lines between education and data privacy have been destroyed by for-profit data miners. This week, privacy advocate Shannon Edwards reveals how educational apps harvest sensitive information from children, commodify their data, and what parents can do to fight it.…

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See You Soon : Season One Wrap-Up 3:03

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Welcome back to the Catalyst podcast. This is our last show of season one, and I'm feeling super grateful. We’ve had an amazing time talking about masterminding and meeting incredible business owners. I love staying curious and helping small businesses grow. Thanks for tuning in, and stay connected for season two. If you're interested in joining ou…

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How Problem Clarity Drives AI Accuracy - A Discussion about AI, Problem Definition and the Kendall Framework 33:42

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In this episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, host Dave West and Brendan Mcsheffrey, Managing Partner at Kendall AI explore the Kendall Framework—a method for training AI using principles from lean, agile, and design thinking. They discuss how clear problem definition and context blocks like roles, capabilities, and processes dramatically imp…

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Cities Have The Climate Ambition—Now Mayors Are Rewriting Global Finance to Match 43:55

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Before becoming the youngest elected mayor in Quito’s history, Mauricio Rodas had already founded a political party, launched a think tank in Mexico City, and run for president. In 1944, when the global financial system was designed, just 29% of the world lived in cities. Today, that number has nearly doubled to 56%. Cities now account for more tha…

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Personalized Wellness for Entrepreneurs 8:05

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In this episode of the Catalyst podcast, I talk about the evolving nature of wellness and how it's not one-size-fits-all. I share my own wellness routines and highlight the importance of finding what suits you best, especially as a business owner. We discuss the significance of supporting each other in our unique wellness journeys and the value of …

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Episode 201: Keren Elazari Decrypts the Ransomeware Nightmare 41:41

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Ransomware is a type of malware that allows hackers to commandeer data on a device or an entire network. Increasingly, the threat actors behind these crimes set their sites on mission critical targets. We talked about it with renowned cybersecurity expert Keren Elazari this week.By DeleteMe

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Ex Wall Street Exec is about to solve a $100 Billion Problem | Talal Debs 2:00:44

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What if we told you the 2008 financial crisis and millions of toxic gas leaks across America were connected by the same problem?In this explosive episode, we sit down with Dr. Talal Debs — a former JP Morgan executive and quantum physicist turned environmental CEO of Zefiro — who’s now on a mission to fix a $100+ billion environmental disaster no o…

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Building a Sanctuary of Healing with Mona Schafer 25:37

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In this episode, we sit down with Mona Schafer, the owner of Magnificent Hands, a Center for Healing in Las Vegas. Mona shares her journey of building a successful wellness center over the past nine years, providing a serene space for yoga, massage, meditation, craniosacral therapy, and more. We dive into the challenges she faced, the incredible im…

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Value Delivered: Boosting ERP Support Effectiveness with Scrum and Kanban at ambarics 28:56

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In this "Value Delivered" episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, Dave West speaks with Andre Bohn of ambarics and Professional Scrum Trainer Alex Hardt about how combining Professional Scrum and Kanban helped ambarics streamline ERP software support. Learn how greater transparency, limiting work in progress, and visualizing work item age enabl…

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Trove Turns Recommerce into a Profit Driver for Patagonia, Levi’s and On 45:34

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Circularity isn’t just about keeping t-shirts and jeans out of landfills. Done right, it’s a growth engine for brands. That’s exactly what Trove is building: the recommerce technology that drives margins, attracts new customers, and streamlines operations. As the resale platform behind Patagonia, Levi’s, Brooks, Arc'teryx, Carhartt, and Canada Goos…

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Aligning Business and Personal Ethics: A Guide to Core Values 14:53

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Today, I dive into the concept of core values, or 'immutable laws' as described by Mike Michalowicz in his book, The Pumpkin Plan. I discuss how these principles define personal and business ethics, guiding actions, partnerships, and decision-making processes. I share my own immutable laws, including self-advocacy, community with a purpose, curiosi…

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Episode 200: The Wild West of the Loophole Economy 50:13

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We’ve all been there. You see something perfect online, you do all the clicks and then think, “Wait, was that legit?” Scam-lite transactions are the way of the web these days, whether it’s direct-from-manufacturer or super-sticky subscriptions, we have your back.By DeleteMe

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Donovan Bailey Talks Clubbing Before Race Day, Michael Johnson Beef & Becoming The Fastest Man Alive 1:22:08

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He partied till 3AM… then won races the next day. Donovan Bailey reveals the untold story of how he walked away from millions on Bay Street to chase greatness on the track. From his Jamaican roots to becoming the fastest man on Earth, Donovan breaks down the politics, pressure, and pure ego that fueled his rise. He even calls out today’s sprinters …

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Why I Don’t Tell Clients to Quit Their Job and Follow Their Purpose 20:33

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Why I Don’t Tell Clients to Quit Their Jobs and Follow Their PurposeThis might surprise you—but I rarely tell my clients to quit their jobs in the name of purpose.Even though I guide women through life transitions and help them reconnect with their sense of purpose, I'm not in the business of promoting impulsive leaps. Why? Because purpose isn’t al…

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Embracing Mortality: A Heartfelt Conversation with Mary McElhattan of Permission Mission 38:55

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Welcome back, today I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Mary McElhattan, the inspiring founder of Permission Mission. We delved deep into the emotional and transformative journey that led Mary to create her business, focusing on open conversations about mortality. Mary shared how personal tragedies, like losing her brothers and caring …

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The Cost of Ignoring Psychological Safety 22:16

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In this episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, Patricia Kong talks with Professional Scrum Trainer Joanna Plaskonka about why psychological safety is critical for effective Scrum Teams. Joanna explains how it fuels openness, innovation, and accountability—while its absence leads to poor collaboration, low morale, and missed opportunities. Thro…

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The Mayor Who Cut Carbon, Cut Bills, and Cut a Billion-Pound Deal 46:24

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As mayor of Bristol, Marvin Rees helped launch a billion-pound public-private partnership to decarbonize his city, one of the most ambitious deals of its kind anywhere in the world. This wasn’t just about climate targets. It was about results: cutting emissions, cutting energy bills, creating jobs, and improving housing — all while building a long-…

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Mastering Hiring: Tools and Strategies for Success 9:09

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Today, today we're diving into hiring. With 20 years in the staffing industry and 10 years running my own consulting firm, I'll share key tools like the Elevate and Delegate tool and insights from Kolby assessments. Plus, why Dan Sullivan's 'Who Not How' is a must-read for any entrepreneur. Let's explore how to hire the right people and create a th…

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Episode 199: CISA Director Jen Easterly Stands Watch in the Cyberwars 43:11

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From elections to ransomware, CISA Director Jen Easterly breaks down the threats to America’s critical infrastructure and what’s being done to stop them, sharing along the way her journey from the real-life battlefield to the frontlines of cybersecurity. This is a rare glimpse into the most pressing threats America faces—and a compelling story abou…

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Mike Van Wyck Exposes Jeff Nippard, Speaks on Getting Charged & Fake Fitness Influencers 1:43:41

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This is the FULL STORY they didn’t want you to hear. Mike Van Wyck breaks his silence on the gym altercation that went viral — the truth behind the infamous push, police charges, social media takedowns, and the influencer who weaponized victimhood for clout. From bodyguards in gyms to faking injuries for sympathy, Mike exposes how online fitness be…

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Mastering Business Finances with Breshia Hardy 24:18

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Welcome back, today we are chatting with Breshia, the founder of Breshia Bookkeeping and CPA Services. In this episode she shares her journey from corporate America to starting her own full-service bookkeeping and tax services business. Breshia discusses her passion for helping small to medium-sized businesses, particularly women and LGBTQ-owned en…

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Value Delivered: How StoreDot Used Scrum to Accelerate Electric Vehicle Battery Breakthroughs 34:31

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In this episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast – Value Delivered Series, host Dave West is joined by Carmit Ophir, Senior Director at StoreDot, and Professional Scrum Trainer Michal Epstein to explore how StoreDot leveraged Professional Scrum to tackle the complex challenges of developing ultra-fast-charging batteries for electric vehicles. Fac…

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Rare Earths, Recycled: Cyclic Materials Cuts Into China's 90% Head Start 44:18

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Rare earth magnets power the modern world and the clean energy transition. They’re inside every electric vehicle motor, wind turbine, MRI machine, and computer hard drive in a data center. But the world throws most of them away. Less than 1% are ever recycled. And today, China controls nearly 90% of the global supply. That’s the crisis Cyclic Mater…

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Mastering the Entrepreneur Mindset: Overcoming Distractions and Setting Intentions 8:17

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Today, we're diving into the entrepreneur mindset. Contrary to popular belief, none of us—including me—have it all together all the time. Developing the right mindset requires daily focus and intention. I share why personal development is crucial, our experiences with S SI Seminars, and how surrounding myself with people who are 'in the work' keeps…

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Episode 198: Cory Doctorow Makes Us Wonder if Everything’s a Scam 42:19

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Think you’re too savvy to get scammed? Author and activist Cory Doctorow explains how we’re all one muffaletta and a malfunctioning jet door away from falling prey to the most basic of cons. He joins us this week to talk about that and to fill us in about his new book, “The Bezzle.”By DeleteMe

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Why We're Hiding $25,000 Cash All Over Our City 53:45

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This summer, we're giving away $25,000 in CASH — and YOU could be next! From secret locations across the GTA to wild hidden giveaways, we’re changing lives one drop at a time. PLUS we reveal HUGE updates: our $1M HQ expansion, how we're building the next Barstool, and why dating today is COMPLETELY COOKED!Want hints for the giveaways? 🕵️‍♂️ Go to h…

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The Art of Gifting and Branding with Monica Beasley 32:22

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In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, host Sonia interviews Monica Beasley from The Signature Suite. They discuss Monica's extensive experience in business promotion, branding, and event management, offering a thoughtful exploration into the unique world of promotional products and personalized gifting. Monica shares about the importance of unde…

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Q & A on Scaling Scrum with PST Simon Reindl - Scaling, Nexus, Accountabilities, Portfolio Management and More! 39:36

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In this episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, guest host Lindsay Velecina welcomes Professional Scrum Trainer Simon Reindl to answer listener questions from his recent webinar, “How do the Scrum Accountabilities Work at Scale – Practical Steps for Delivery.” Drawing on years of hands-on experience, Simon breaks down Scaled Scrum and portfolio…

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3x the Grid: Siemens Energy and the Race to Rewire the Future 34:35

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It took over a century to build today’s power grid. Now we need to triple its capacity by 2050. Why? Because demand is surging, and a net-zero future depends on a bigger, smarter, and cleaner grid. Electrification is transforming how we power transportation, buildings, industry, and data. Renewables are decentralized and intermittent. And the curre…

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How a GAY Man Became a Trump Supporter – Gender Ideology, Woke Culture & Government Corruption 1:10:29

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He’s gay, he’s conservative, and he’s calling out the left like NEVER before. In this explosive episode, Conservative Ant dives into how he went from being a liberal to a loud-and-proud Trump supporter, what the mainstream media refuses to say, and why the gay community needs to wake up. From hypocrisy and virtue signaling to political division, ge…

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Creating Exceptional Customer Experiences 11:32

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Today, we're diving into the world of customer and client experiences. I'll share my recent personal experiences with medical professionals to highlight the importance of being present and listening to customer needs. We'll discuss how providing exceptional service can lead to loyal relationships and valuable referrals. I'll also touch on how these…

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Episode 197: FBI Operative Eric O’Neill: Cybercriminals Are Spies—Not Hackers 50:00

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What if the biggest threat to your privacy wasn’t some hacker in a hoodie—but a spy trained to infiltrate your life? Former FBI operative Eric O’Neill, the man who took down spy Robert Hanssen, explains how digital spies target us, offering along the way real-world tips to protect ourselves in a world where everyone’s a potential target.…

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A Life of Glamour and Growth with Heather Remillard 42:44

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Welcome back to the Catalyst Podcast! In this episode, I'm thrilled to sit down with my friend Heather from Champagne Creative Group and the Monarch Club. Heather takes us on her incredible journey, sharing how she turned her dream of creating a life full of costumes, parties, and laughter into a business empire with showgirl greeters at casinos ac…