Best Ricky Kalmon Podcasts (2025)

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1124: Ricky Kalmon: Quieting the Noise: Mindset Strategies for Top Performers 31:32

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What if the only thing holding you back from greatness is sitting quietly between your ears—your own mindset? Get ready to have your mind blown on this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, as we dive into the fascinating world of mindset mastery, self-hypnosis, and performance breakthroughs with celebrity hypnotist, motivational speaker, and au…

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1128: Elizabeth Vergara - "Demo This. Build That!" 19:34

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What if taking a sledgehammer to your old apartment could reveal not only a spectacular new home—but also the secret ingredients to thriving in one of the toughest industries out there? On this episode of Thrive Loud, host Lou Diamond sits down with Elizabeth Vergara, CEO and founder of Vergara Homes and the creative force behind the demo-to-decor …

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1127: Bill Cates - "The Hidden Heist" 27:17

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What if the true thief of your wealth isn’t out there—it’s lurking in your own mind? On this episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond welcomes Hall of Fame speaker, best-selling author, and renowned relationship marketing expert Bill Cates. Bill introduces listeners to the concept behind his latest book, The Hidden Heist, and reveals how our uncons…

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1126: Heather Campbell - "Good is Amazing" 24:40

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What if everything you thought about “good” was wrong? What if being “good enough”—not perfect, not exceptional, just genuinely good—was actually… amazing? In this thought-provoking episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond welcomes Heather Campbell, author of Good is Amazing, for a conversation that will challenge everything you’ve ever learned about su…

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1125: Global Passion Projects #5: Exclusive Access and Epic Experiences - Legacy, Luxury, Impact 29:02

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What if building a billionaire’s legacy, launching the next big blockchain, and closing Miami real estate deals could all happen in one place—over sun, champagne, and buried treasure hunts in the Hamptons? In this jam-packed episode of Thrive Loud, Lou Diamond takes you inside the ultra-exclusive Global Passion Project event in Southampton, NY. You…

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1123: Jill Schulman - "Being Brave" 27:14

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What if you discovered that bravery isn’t something you’re born with—but a muscle anyone can build, one courageous act at a time? In this inspiring episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, US Marine Corps veteran, keynote speaker, and bravery expert Jill Schulman unveils the science behind fear and how anyone can practice and grow their own courage…

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1122: Global Passion Projects #4: The Power of Purpose and Investments 19:04

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What if the power to change the world—for good or for ill—rests in the hands of today’s most innovative leaders, and AI is the key? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, recorded at the exclusive Global Passion Projects event in Southampton, Long Island, Lou sits down with three remarkable guests: Mark Jennings (Byte Investme…

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1121: Dr. Erin Nance - "From Scrubs to Scrolls: The FeelBetr Revolution" 24:01

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What if a world-renowned surgeon could solve your decade-long medical mystery…in just three seconds—all thanks to TikTok? On this eye-opening episode of Thrive Loud, Lou Diamond welcomes Dr. Erin Nance, a double-board-certified orthopedic surgeon, TikTok influencer, best-selling author, and trailblazing founder of the Feel Better app. Dr. Nance sha…

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NYT best-selling author and former Sports Illustrated editor tells fascinating stories that inspire and motivate 25:48

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From entering a prison cell with Warrick Dunn to living with a dying Walter Payton, Don Yaeger has amassed a career of telling stories of some of the sports' worlds most interesting figures. In addition to Dunn and Payton, he has written about John Wooden, fomer Cubs manager David Ross, and Joe Namath. He's also told the story of the amazingly succ…

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1120: Li Hayes - "Find Your Path To The Main Stage" 22:34

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What really happens behind the scenes of the professional speaking world—and why do so many aspiring speakers hit a wall before ever seeing the spotlight? In this episode of Thrive Loud, host Lou Diamond welcomes back speaker coach and manager Li Hayes to unveil the truth behind building a thriving speaker business and getting to the coveted main s…

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1119: Global Passion Projects #3: Brainwaves, Big Ideas, and Impact 35:08

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What if you could know the true age of your brain—and start reversing it today? On this electrifying episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, recorded live at the Global Passion Project in Southampton, you'll get an insider's look at the breakthrough technologies—and bold thinkers—reshaping our future of health, longevity, and social impact. Lou si…

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1118: Neen James - "Exceptional Experiences" 33:51

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What if the biggest secret of luxury brands had nothing to do with money, but everything to do with experiences? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond sits down with the dynamic leadership strategist, keynote speaker, and author Neen James, who returns to reveal the hidden keys to creating “exceptional experiences” that turn …

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1117: Global Passion Projects #2: Next-Level Change Makers: Philanthropy, Leadership and Innovation 22:18

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What do Bluetooth technology, royal heritage, and a billion-dollar gender gap in venture capital have in common? This episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond reveals the surprising, passionate connections that are powering global change—and it all unfolds at the Global Passion Project in Southampton. Join host Lou Diamond as he sits down with an ec…

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1116: Global Passion Projects #1: Legacy, Innovation, and Impactful Connections 10:27

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What if the secret to unlocking world peace, generational wealth, and breakthrough health technology could all be found in one room—and you’re about to get inside? In this electrifying kickoff episode of the Thrive LouD “Global Passion Project” series (1 of 5), host Lou Diamond takes you behind the scenes at an exclusive gathering in Southampton, N…

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Fred Kalil on playing for Coach Lee Corso and on some of the most memorable moments in Atlanta sports history 25:47

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Fred has 40 years in the TV business, including serving as sports anchor at Atlanta's 11Alive and CBS 46. He won multiple Southeast Emmy Awards and covered every team and every big event in Atlanta sports since 1992. Here he recalls some of the games and people he covered and also reminisces about his old coach Lee Corso, who is retiring from ESPN …

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1115: Caroline Leon - "From Rock Bottom to Everest" 30:34

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What if you survived a devastating rock climbing accident that doctors said would leave you unable to walk—yet ten years later, you broke speed records on the world’s volcanic seven summits and stood atop Mount Everest? This episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond is the awe-inspiring story of Caroline Leon, an adventurer, speaker, and psychologist…

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1114: Julie Wainwright - "The Real Real Deal" 31:43

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What do luxury fashion, planetary sustainability, and a late-night knock from counterfeiters have in common? They’re all part of Julie Wainwright’s extraordinary story. In this compelling episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond sits down with trailblazing entrepreneur Julie Wainwright—the powerhouse behind The RealReal and now founder of Ahara, a …

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It’s not the clubs, it’s not the gloves. Ricky Kalmon, world renowned motivational speaker shows how mindset makes the difference in sports and the boardroom. 32:40

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Ricky is the author of two books: Leverage Your Mindset – Overcome Limiting Beliefs and Amplify Your Life and the soon to be released Leveraging Your Mindset for Golf. In this episode, he tells how developing the proper mindset can make you the person you always wanted to be. He speaks of his experience with athletes and executives from teams like …

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1113: Christy Whitman - "The Flow Factor Unveiled" 29:04

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What if the key to sustained happiness and abundance isn’t just about manifesting your desires—but about mastering your energy so you stay in the flow, even when life throws you curveballs? On this can’t-miss episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond welcomes back the electrifying Christy Whitman—two-time New York Times bestselling author and renown…

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1112: Susan Lindner - "The Art of Innovation Storytelling" 29:37

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What do a brothel in Thailand, ancient Egyptian tombs, and Hollywood’s lightsabers have to do with the world’s most successful innovators? More than you’d ever imagine. In this jaw-dropping episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, host Lou sits down with the remarkable Susan Lindner—global keynote speaker, founder of Innovation Storytellers, and a …

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1111: Maya Elious - "Maya GPT: Downloading Your Brand’s Upgrade" 24:36

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What if disappearing for six months to reinvent yourself is the worst advice you could follow? On this electrifying episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, we dive into personal branding and reinvention with powerhouse strategist and CEO of Built to Impact, Maya Elious. Recorded in her vibrant Atlanta studio, Maya reveals how she accidentally stum…

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1110: Lindsey Anderson - "BAM! Turning Likes into Leads" 23:33

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Did you know that your dog photos might be sabotaging your business’s social media success? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, host Lou Diamond sits down with Lindsay Anderson—CEO of the BAM Agency, best-selling author, and powerhouse social media sales strategist—to uncover the subtle mistakes business owners make on soci…

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1109: Micol Bok - "VITALITY Redefined" 19:33

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What if the key to reigniting your passion, relationships, and career lies in embracing — not just wellness — but vitality in every part of your life? In this energizing episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond goes on location to Miami and sits down with the dynamic Micol Bok, VP of Marketing at Gainswave and host of the Vitality Lounge podcast. M…

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1108: Rachel DeAlto - "The Relatable Leader" 21:03

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What if the #1 thing your team—and YOU—crave at work isn’t more perks, better tech, or flexible hours…but RESPECT? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond welcomes back renowned communication and relatability expert Rachel DeAlto for a powerful “comeback visit” you won’t want to miss. As her new book The Relatable Leader: Create a C…

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1107: Jason Lauritsen - "Human Connection" 26:44

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What if over 60% of employees in your office felt so lonely, they were already planning their exit—and this problem actually began long before the pandemic? Welcome to an eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, where we reunite with dynamic keynote speaker and workplace culture thought leader, Jason Lauritsen. Together, Lou and Jason d…

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Former Yankee and ESPN broadcaster Dave Cohen on the art and science of pitching, why Cooper Flagg is the best he's seen and how Catlin Clarke has elevated women's basketball. 25:44

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A multi-faceted broadcaster, Dave Cohen has done play-by-play for baseball (the New York Yankees) pro and college basketball and has covered numerous other sports for ESPN. His knowledge of baseball goes far beyond that of many covering the sport today. Here he describes pitching techniques, the physical and mental battle between pitcher and batter…

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1106: Eric Eager - "Codified Wisdom" 36:15

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What if the secret to your business’s survival isn’t about working harder or hustling more, but simply asking the right questions—ones you don’t even know you should be asking? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive Loud, Lou Diamond sits down with Eric Eager, serial entrepreneur, CPA, and founder of For Impact Data, to pull back the curtain on why …

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1105: Loral Langemeier - "Relaunching the Millionaire Maker" 23:45

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What if the biggest mistake you’re making with your money isn’t what you’re investing in — but how you’re structuring your life and business? On this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, host Lou Diamond sits down with the legendary Loral Langemeier—six-time New York Times bestselling author and renowned financial expert—for a candi…

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1104: Tania Khazaal - "Surrender, Success & Self-Love" 19:41

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What if the moment your life completely fell apart was actually the turning point you needed to take your power back? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and empowerment mentor Tania Khazaal joins Lou for a raw and inspiring conversation. Tania pulls back the curtain on her journey from gro…

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1103: Sam Lerman - "Spyrt Worldwide" 32:47

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What compels an American combat veteran to risk everything and smuggle suitcases of wine and vodka out of a war zone? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, Lou sits down with Sam Lerman, founder of Spirit Worldwide—a venture that’s bringing the finest Ukrainian wine and vodka to the United States while fueling life-saving hum…

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1102: David Sandberg - "Brain and Heart" 17:05

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What does it take to stare into the most frightening moments of a family’s life—and not only hold steady, but help them find hope and healing? In this powerful episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, we meet Dr. David Sandberg, a fellowship-trained pediatric neurosurgeon, director at McGovern Medical School at UT Health Houston, and author of the …

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Mike Reiss on writing for the Simpsons, giving jokes to Johnny Carson and traveling to the Titanic on the Ocean's Gate submersible 25:28

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So what does Homer Simpson have to do with sports? Don't forget he was the star of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant softball team! Mike Reiss is one of the writers for the Simpsons and has been for over 20 years. He also wrote jokes for the greatest late night host ever, Johnny Carson. And to top it off he took a ride to the Titanic on the Ocean…

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1101: Aaron Day, Michael Kelly & Carl Boyanton - "Tackling Commerce, Connectivity, and Healthy Living" 32:06

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What if the next time you shopped on social media, you were actually supporting a small business—without even realizing it? In this action-packed special episode of Thrive Loud, live from the Wall Street Conference, Lou Diamond sits down with three trailblazing leaders who are reshaping the future of e-commerce, tech, wireless infrastructure, and f…

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1100: Marc LoPresti & Matthew Levenson - "Market Rebellion & Shopping Redemption" 40:08

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Get ready for a double feature of inspiration and innovation on this special episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond! Recorded live from the buzzing floor of the Wall Street Conference in Palm Beach, Florida (May 2025), Lou sits down with two dynamic guests: seasoned Wall Street pro and financial media expert Marc LoPresti, and entrepreneurial visi…

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1099: Options, Trash & Bullseyes 35:50

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What if the key to your financial future isn’t just about making money—but about learning to truly control it? This special episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, recorded live at the Wall Street Conference in Palm Beach, Florida, tears the cover off conventional thinking around investing, entrepreneurship, and service, revealing what industry ve…

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1098: The New Frontier: Cowboys, AI Investing & Candid News 31:59

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Get ready for a jam-packed episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, recorded live from the Wall Street Conference in Palm Beach, Florida! In this special installment, Lou sits down for inspiring conversations with three dynamic leaders from diverse industries:👤 Drew Taylor – The former "Crypto Cowboy" and host of the Wild West Crypto Show shares st…

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1097: Kate Swann - "Scaling Smarter - Inside the World of Fractional Leadership" 22:13

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond! In this episode, Lou sits down with Kate Swann—fractional COO, business advisor, and experienced board director—to dive deep into the world of fractional leadership and business growth. Kate shares her journey from being a full-time COO to stepping into fractional roles, supporti…

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1096: Stephen Ridley - "Ivories Over Gold: Reinvention, Resilience and Teaching Millions" 50:06

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Get ready for an inspiring and energetic episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond! In this conversation, Lou sits down with Stephen Ridley —a former investment banker turned international musician and founder of the Ridley Academy, one of the world’s leading online piano masterclasses, now boasting over $50 million in revenue and 40,000+ students.St…

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1095: Jonah Platt - "Authenticity, Jewish Identity, and the Power of Speaking Out" 45:15

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What if the most ancient hate in the world is making a stunning comeback—and most people don't even realize it? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with multi-talented performer, activist, and host of the "Being Jewish" podcast, Jonah Platt. Together, they pull back the curtain on the recent explosion of antisemitism, …

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1094: Evan & Susan Money - "Lessons in Love: Retreats, Rituals & Real Talk" 33:36

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In this truly fun episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, Lou welcomes back the dynamic duo behind the Marriage of Greatness podcast—Evan and Susan Money! Fresh from their unique marriage retreat in Uganda (including the country’s first-ever “bikini wedding” in a pool!), Evan and Susan share hilarious stories, powerful lessons, and the cultural su…

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1093: Susan Bratton - "Unlock Your Sex Span" 40:49

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Get ready for an eye-opening, inspiring, and candid conversation on this episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond! This week, Lou sits down with Susan Bratton—a globally respected sexual biohacker, best-selling author of over 44 books, and the official spokesperson for GAINSWave’s sexual regenerative treatment protocol. As the co-founder and CEO of …

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1092: Stephanie Rose-Vriniotis - "Designing Soul" 34:00

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Are you ready to boost your energy, embrace your creativity, and thrive in every area of your life? In this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, Lou sits down with the inspiring Stephanie Rose-Vriniotis—designer, life coach, two-time author, and professional psychic—to talk about her unique journey and her latest book, "On the Market, Off the M…

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Hannah Storm, Danny Hurley, Todd Golden, Nancy Lieberman-- a star-studded cast on this episode of Sports Across the Board 23:27

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Was UConn coach Danny Hurley serious when an open might caught him saying he’s the “best coach on the planet?” How did ESPN’ anchor Hannah Storm establish herself as one of the best. What does Nancy Lieberman think of “little sister” Caitlin Clark. And is Todd Golden worried about losing members of his championship Florida Gators to the Transfer Po…

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1091: Peter Winick - "Unlocking Thought Leadership" 17:56

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In this episode of Thrive LouD, Lou sits down with Peter Winick, founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Leverage. Peter shares his journey from spotting a gap in the marketplace back in 2008 to building a powerhouse firm that helps nonfiction authors, keynote speakers, and thought leaders transform their expertise into scalable businesses. Lou and P…

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1089: Skip Kendall - "Golf, Grit & Growing the Game" 31:03

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Join Lou Diamond on this episode of Thrive Loud as he sits down with Skip Kendall—professional golfer, PGA Tour and Champions Tour veteran, and one of the rising stars in the world of elite golf coaching. Skip opens up about his remarkable journey from competing at the highest levels of the game for over three decades to mentoring the next generati…

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1088: Kristin & Montell Jordan - "Marriage Masterpeace" 28:51

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Get ready for an uplifting and powerful episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond! In this special conversation, Lou welcomes the incredible Montell and Kristin Jordan—yes, the voices behind the iconic anthem “This Is How We Do It.” But there’s so much more to their story than music. Montell and Kristin open up about their inspiring journey from hitm…

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1087: Andrew Adames - "Built Unstoppable" 29:15

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What if the very personality traits people called “bossy” in you are actually your most powerful gifts? On this eye-opening episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, we sit down with Andrew Adames—a Brooklyn native turned Floridian on a mission to empower others to become the best versions of themselves. Andrew’s journey moves from humble beginnings…

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1086: Kathy Klotz-Guest - "Humor, Improv & Thriving" 34:01

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What if the secret to surviving chaos at work isn’t just strategy—it's laughter? In this eye-opening return to Thrive Loud, host Lou Diamond brings back the incomparable Kathy Klotz-Guest: speaker, podcaster, workshop leader, humorist, and “human connector.” This episode is a masterclass in how organizations (and individuals!) can harness improv, h…

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1085: Jennelle McGrath - “Veep Leap: Jumping into the World of B2B Marketing” 21:29

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What if your favorite email marketing strategies are actually holding you back? It turns out, there’s a solid chance they might be. Dive deep into the world of marketing and sales with Lou Diamond and special guest Jennelle McGrath, the powerhouse behind Market Veep, in this illuminating episode of Thrive Loud. Together, they unlock the secrets beh…

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1084: Marques Ogden - "Leadership Without Ego" 20:55

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What if the key to success isn't just about motivation but about embracing a mindset of discipline and self-leadership? In this riveting episode of Lou Diamond's Thrive LouD, former NFL athlete Marques Ogden joins us to unpack his journey from the brink of financial ruin to becoming a powerhouse of inspiration. Get ready for an insightful discussio…