Best Align Public Strategies Podcasts (2025)

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Succeeding in an AI World: Vital Training, Bias Awareness, and More with Waseem Ali, Part 1 24:33

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How can businesses ensure responsible innovation without getting lost in the AI hype, and what role does upping your skills play in this journey? Waseem Ali, former Chief Data Officer at Lloyd's and now CEO at Rockborne, is here to share his top insights on thriving in an AI-driven market. As we explore the ever-evolving landscape of job roles infl…

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Trump Aligns U.S. with Dictator Putin to Force Ukraine Deal - Ignoring All Western Allies. 12:19

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Donald Trump has executed a dramatic, unilateral pivot in US foreign policy, pressuring Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to accept a harsh peace deal that overwhelmingly favors Russia. This video breaks down the explosive details of the US-Russia arrangement—negotiated covertly without NATO allies—which demands Ukraine surrender territory, limit its m…

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Trump Calls for Execution of Democrats For Reminding Service Personnel to Uphold the Constitution. 10:59

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The political temperature hit a boiling point after President Donald Trump demanded that a group of Democratic lawmakers—all military veterans—be arrested and put on trial for "SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!" The shocking call for execution came in response to a short video in which the Democrats, including Senators Mark Kelly and Elissa …

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Episode 38: AI, Isolation, and the Return to Real-World Leadership 28:06

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In this episode, business leaders Richard Ellis is joined by the other founders of Revenue Innovations (Tim Kruse, Mark Gaydos, and Heather Easterday). They discuss insights from their recent Go-to-Market Executive Roundtable held in Nashville. The event focused on the impact of AI on go-to-market strategies and provided a platform for executives t…

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My $1M Mistake and the Work Habits That Saved My Career 29:36

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Making a huge mistake when you are new at your job is everyone's nightmare. Now imagine doing it in your first two weeks, and on top of that, putting other people's livelihoods at risk. Ramon Lim, Chief of Staff at DDN, lived through this crisis and faced an agonizing choice: hide the error or come clean. In this raw conversation with Melinda Lee o…

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Trump Rollbacks Could Kill 1.3 Million in Projected Global Deaths as COP30 Gets Underway in Brazil. 10:41

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The "America First" agenda on climate change has a devastating global price tag. In this deep-dive analysis, we break down the shocking findings from climate economists: the Trump administration's policy decisions to dismantle emissions controls and boost fossil fuels could lead to as many as 1.3 million additional temperature-related deaths worldw…

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Clarity, Culture, and Change: Leading with Data-Driven Strategy 26:10

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In today's fast-paced world, organizations can't rely on static, long-term plans. Strategies must continuously evolve to stay relevant. In this episode, Resultant EVP of Professional Services Mike Hughes shares his insights on leading through rapid change. He discusses how to maintain organizational health, align culture with strategy, and foster c…

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Trump protects Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman In Wake of Jamal Khashoggi's Brutal Murder. 10:41

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The unprecedented meeting between Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) became a stark lesson in transactional diplomacy. This video unpacks how the promise of a $1 Trillion investment and massive weapons deals—including F-35 fighter jets—compelled Trump to publicly dismiss the horrific 2018 murder and dismemberment of journ…

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Donna Teach | 2025 Leadership Excellence Award Recipient

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Donna Teach is the SHSMD Leadership Excellence Award Recipient. The SHSMD Leadership Excellence Award honors outstanding leaders who have contributed to the field of health care strategy, including marketers, strategic planners, business developers and communications/PR leaders—individuals who are truly exemplars of the strategy professions and can…

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Epstein Files Pivot: Trump’s Shameful Strategy Switch to ‘Transparency’ After Republican Pressure. 11:59

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The political battle over the Jeffrey Epstein Files just reached a stunning climax. After months of resistance, Donald Trump abruptly reversed course, throwing his support behind a bipartisan House measure—the Epstein Files Transparency Act—to force the Department of Justice (DOJ) to release all records related to the convicted sex offender.SPONSOR…

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Podcast 1274: The Other Playbook: Brand Lessons Every Student-Athlete Needs (But No One Teaches) 41:45

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In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with Amit Chitre, founder of R3 Communications and author of The Other Playbook: Brand Lessons Every Student-Athlete Needs (But No One Teaches).Amit blends decades of expertise—from journalism to crisis communications to training Fortune 500 executives—to reveal the life skill every s…

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Podcast 1273: Power Up Product Management: How to Build Better, Safer Products with Allison Taylor 44:53

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In this episode, we dive into Power Up Product Management by Allison J. Taylor, a powerful guide designed to help new and experienced product managers thrive from day one. Drawing from Allison’s global experience launching enterprise solutions across 35 countries, this episode breaks down the real-world skills, mindset, and strategies needed to exc…

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Meet Nardeep Singh | 2025 Rising Star Awardee

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Nardeep Singh is one of 4 SHSMD Rising Star Awardees. The SHSMD Rising Star recognizes health care strategy professionals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated outstanding promise in their respective fields. This recognition shines a spotlight on SHSMD members who have made or are on their way to making significant contributions to their pr…

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Lacey Reichwald | 2025 Rising Star Awardee

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Lacey Reichwald is one of 4 SHSMD Rising Star Awardees. The SHSMD Rising Star recognizes health care strategy professionals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated outstanding promise in their respective fields. This recognition shines a spotlight on SHSMD members who have made or are on their way to making significant contributions to their …

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Transformational Growth in the Age of AI Through Emotional Intelligence with Oya Mustafa 26:08

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How can emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity transform your B2B sales strategy in a world dominated by automation? Joining the podcast today is Oya Mustafa, the Chief Growth Officer at Not Normal Group. We get into a deep discussion about transformative power of emotional intelligence in B2B sales, discussing how human-centric approaches…

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Gaza Divided: Inside the 'Green Zone' Plan & The Crisis to Fund International Peacekeeping. 8:53

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The US and Israel are reportedly planning a long-term division of Gaza into a rebuilding-focused 'Green Zone' and a war-torn 'Red Zone.' The documents detailing this plan, the chaotic struggle to form an International Stabilization Force (ISF), and why the lack of foreign troops and funding threatens to trap Gaza in a limbo of "no war, no peace." T…

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Khrista Boster | 2025 Rising Star Awardee

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Khrista Boster is one of 4 SHSMD Rising Star Awardees. The SHSMD Rising Star recognizes health care strategy professionals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated outstanding promise in their respective fields. This recognition shines a spotlight on SHSMD members who have made or are on their way to making significant contributions to their p…

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Trump Fails to Block Epstein Vote: Republicans Defy White House on Secret Files as Emails Go Public. 10:17

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The House of Representatives is now forced to vote on the full release of the Jeffrey Epstein files after a bipartisan discharge petition reached the necessary 218 signatures. This is a massive political defeat for the Trump administration, which actively lobbied key Republicans to stop the motion.Independent media has never been more important. Pl…

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The "Boulder Effect" for Executive Team Alignment 25:33

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When there are people looking up to you, your actions are never irrelevant. In fact, they create a ripple effect that can either energize or drain your entire organization. Natasha Kehimkar, CEO of Malida Advisors, introduces the "Boulder Effect." The powerful impact leaders have when they invest in their own cohesion and purpose. In this conversat…

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Trump Moves to KILL Consumer Watchdog CFPB in Funding Showdown Designed to Hurt American Workers. 7:34

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) faces an unprecedented crisis that could force it to close by 2026. The Trump administration is challenging the agency's funding, arguing the Federal Reserve can't legally transfer money because it hasn't turned a profit. If the CFPB runs out of cash, experts warn it would dismantle crucial protection…

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BBC Falls to Trump Fascism as Senior Leadership RESIGNS Over Standard Speech Editing Controversy. 9:19

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The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)—a global symbol of journalistic impartiality—is reeling today after the shock resignations of Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness. Their sudden departure follows an internal report alleging “serious and systemic” bias which was leaked and weaponized by Trump and his supporters.Independe…

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Shutdown ENDS: The 8 Democrats Who BETRAYED Voters as the ACA Health Subsidies TRAP is Unleashed. 7:00

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The 40-day government shutdown is finally drawing to a close, but the political fallout is just beginning. In a stunning move, a small group of eight Senate Democrats broke ranks with Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and the Progressive Caucus to vote with Republicans, advancing a compromise bill to fund the government, whilst giving up on ACA subsidies…

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The Secret Ingredients of Successful Brand Clarity with Ulli Appelbaum 30:35

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Are you ready to discover the magic of combining scientific insights with emotional connections in brand strategy? Ulli Appelbaum, Founder & Chief Strategy Officer at First The Trousers Then The Shoes, joins us in this episode to explore the nuanced world of brand strategy. As he shares his wealth of experience in creating brand clarity and emotion…

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Podcast 1272: Role Mate to Soul Mate: The Seven Secrets to Lifelong Love By Warren Farrell 50:08

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In this powerful episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with Dr. Warren Farrell — bestselling author of The Boy Crisis and the brand-new Role Mate to Soul Mate. Together, they explore why modern relationships struggle, why love feels harder today than ever before, and how couples can transform everyday conflict into deeper intimac…

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LATEST: Flights Cancelled or Delayed Due to Shutdown as Trump Refuses to Pay Air Traffic Controllers 7:17

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford announced an unprecedented 10% reduction in flights at 40 of the busiest airports nationwide. Why the cut? The ongoing government shutdown has caused severe staffing shortages and fatigue among unpaid air traffic controllers, creating safety concerns in the national airspa…

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SF Congressional Candidate Saikat Chakrabarti Responds to Nancy Pelosi's Retirement Announcement. 18:40

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Long-serving California Democrat Nancy Pelosi, a towering figure in US politics, has announced her retirement from Congress, concluding a career of over three decades. In a video shared on Thursday, Pelosi confirmed she won't be running again, with her current term ending in January 2027. Pelosi holds a historic place as the first woman Speaker of …

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Stop Pushing Change and Start Leading It 30:04

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Change initiatives are one of the most difficult projects to execute, often faced with resistance from every corner. Why do so many well-intentioned transformations fail? Executive coach Julia Wojnar reveals that the missing piece is rarely the strategy itself. In this insightful episode of the Speak In Flow podcast with Melinda Lee, Julia provides…

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Episode 37: How AI is Transforming Work 29:52

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In this episode of Some Goodness, Ben Scoones, Director of Data Science at Kythera Labs, joins Richard Ellis to discuss the impact of AI on the workforce. The conversation covers the decline in human performance skills such as adaptability, creativity, and collaboration, and how these traits are becoming increasingly valuable. Ben highlights the im…

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Zohran Mamdani Makes History as NYC’s First Muslim Mayor at Age 34, Winning Over 50% of the Vote. 10:16

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In a historic New York City election, 34-year-old Zohran Mamdani has been elected the city’s 111th mayor — making him both the first Muslim mayor in NYC history and the youngest in over a century.The progressive Queens assemblyman defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa in a stunning upset that marks a major shift in city …

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UPS Cargo Plane #UPS2976 Crashes in Massive Explosion at Louisville Airport. 7:09

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A cargo jet operated by UPS Airlines crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) in Kentucky on November 4, 2025, en route to Honolulu, with at least 4 dead, 11 injured. The aircraft—a 34-year-old McDonnell Douglas MD‑11F loaded with fuel for the long flight—went down around 5:15 p.m. local time, burst int…

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SNAP Crisis: Trump’s Partial Relief Leaves Millions Struggling to Eat, on Eve of NY Mayor Elections. 10:11

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The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has left millions of Americans uncertain about their next meal. President Donald Trump’s administration announced it will provide only partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits—about 50% of the usual amount—after a federal judge ordered emergency funding. Meanwhile, polls show …

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Building a Strong Data Foundation in an AI World 29:22

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AI is everywhere, but it can't succeed without the judgment, creativity, and collaboration of real data science. In this episode, Jess Carter sits down with Alexa Myers, senior data science manager at Resultant, for a conversation about building successful data science teams. They discuss how isolation can hinder even the most skilled data scientis…

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Podcast 1271: Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s: Its Secret Faces — Understanding Dementia with Compassion and Clarity 51:06

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In this deeply insightful conversation, host Greg Voisen sits down with Lisa Skinner, behavioral specialist and author of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s: Its Secret Faces, to explore the emotional and practical realities of caring for loved ones with dementia.Drawing on over three decades of experience and her own personal journey with eight family memb…

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Transforming Conflict and Harnessing Curiosity for Better Deals with Andres Lares 25:54

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What secrets do expert negotiators use to transform conflicts into win-win situations? Andres Lares, Managing Partner of the Shapiro Negotiations Institute, joins us to share his wealth of negotiation experience in this episode. We explore the transformative power of empathy and emotional intelligence in achieving successful outcomes, as Andres emp…

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Prince Andrew Stripped of All Royal Titles by King Charles | The Fall of the Duke of York Explained 10:03

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In an historic and unprecedented move, King Charles III has officially stripped his brother, Prince Andrew, of all royal titles, honours, and privileges — ending his public role in the monarchy once and for all. Following years of scandal tied to Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre’s allegations, Andrew will no longer be known as “Prince” or “Duke…

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Trump’s Tariff Rebellion & The China Truce: Inside America’s Divided Trade War. 8:58

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As the U.S. Senate breaks ranks with Donald Trump over his sweeping global tariffs, the former president claims victory in a high-stakes meeting with China’s Xi Jinping. But is the so-called “Busan truce” really a peace deal—or just a pause in a long economic war? Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subsc…

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Creating a Robust ASC Strategy to Strengthen Physician Alignment, Improve Patient Access and Increase System Margin

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In this episode, we explore how El Camino Health and The Innova Group built a data-driven ambulatory surgery strategy to strengthen physician alignment, expand patient access, and improve system margins. Using claims data, financial modeling, and targeted outreach, they share a replicable framework for identifying ASC opportunities and aligning str…

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Building Culture Through Communication: Engaging Your Health Care Workforce

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This episode explores how Acenda Integrated Health tackled workforce engagement challenges using its “Educate, Engage, Repeat” strategy. Learn how multi-channel communication and employer branding helped build a stronger culture and improve retention across a mobile healthcare workforce.By Society for Healthcare Strategy & Market Development

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Will AI Actually Replace Us? 31:23

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Have you ever wondered how the next generation will be impacted by AI? Michael Ostapenko, founder of Satryx, is building that future, and his vision goes beyond the hype. In this thought-provoking conversation with Melinda Lee, Michael dissects the current limits of AI and makes a compelling case for why our children won't be raised by rogue superi…

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Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Collapses as Israel Launches New Strikes After Alleged Truce Violations. 7:41

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In a dramatic escalation, Israeli warplanes struck targets across Gaza after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered “powerful strikes” in response to alleged Hamas ceasefire breaches. Israel carried out another strike in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, killing at least two people, following a night of heavy bombardment that left at least 104 Palest…

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Trump’s ICE Shake-Up To Expand Mass Deportations And Silence Dissent. 8:57

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The Trump administration has launched one of the biggest leadership shake-ups in U.S. immigration history — replacing half of the top Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials with Border Patrol veterans. Reports say frustration inside the White House over slow deportation numbers — and a push to integrate more militarized Border Patrol t…

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Podcast 1270: Impact: How to Inspire, Align, and Amplify Innovative Teams by Keith V. Lucas 42:24

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In this insightful episode, Greg Voisen interviews Keith V. Lucas, former Chief Product Officer at Roblox and author of Impact: How to Inspire, Align, and Amplify Innovative Teams. Drawing from nearly three decades of experience in engineering leadership and startup growth, Keith shares how leaders can build what he calls “engines of innovation” — …

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Category 5 Hurricane Melissa Heads For Jamaica with catastrophic and life-threatening flooding. 9:08

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Hurricane Melissa’s explosive growth into a Category 5 storm highlights how climate change is intensifying tropical cyclones around the world. Scientists say the record-warm Caribbean waters—supercharged by rising global temperatures—acted like fuel, allowing Melissa to rapidly strengthen into a catastrophic hurricane. Warmer oceans provide more en…

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The Blueprint for Effective Business Development with Anna Stone 35:17

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Are you curious about the strategies that can turn a simple proposal into a winning formula for sustainable agency growth? We're welcoming Anna Stone today, Head of Growth at True and a veteran in business development, to unravel the evolution of agency growth strategies from the days of cold calling to the modern era of video calls and personalize…

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Trump Demolishes 123-Year-Old White House East Wing for a Ballroom without permission or permits. 13:45

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In a shocking and swift move, the historic East Wing of the White House has been completely demolished as of October 2025. After standing for 123 years and housing the White House Theater, this iconic structure was leveled over several days to make way for a new, privately funded grand ballroom planned by the Trump administration. This monumental c…

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Trump Admits to Killings as Allies Condemn U.S. Airstrikes Targeting More Alleged Drug Boats. 9:57

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The Trump administration's military campaign against alleged drug-smuggling vessels in the Pacific and Caribbean has sparked a severe diplomatic crisis, with key allies like Colombia and Mexico condemning the lethal strikes as violations of international law. The expansion of the operation has killed at least 37 people, prompting concerns from lega…

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Podcast 1269: The Holistic Wealth Strategy: A Framework for Building Legacy Wealth and Unlimited Freedom to Live an Extraordinary Life 46:44

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In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen speaks with Dave Wolcott, former Marine Corps Captain, serial entrepreneur, and author of The Holistic Wealth Strategy: A Framework for Building Legacy Wealth and Unlimited Freedom to Live an Extraordinary Life.Dave shares how his journey—from serving in the Marines to becoming a father of…

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Podcast 1268: Prairie Prophecy: How Filmmaker Michael Johnson and Wes Jackson Are Rewriting the Future of Agriculture 46:25

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In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with award-winning documentary filmmaker Michael Johnson to explore his latest project, Prairie Prophecy. The film dives deep into the visionary work of Wes Jackson and the Land Institute’s groundbreaking approach to sustainable agriculture, reimagining how humanity grows food by lear…

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An Examination of Charlie Kirk's Rhetoric 26:39

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The shocking murder of Charlie Kirk, a young, passionate voice with a massive platform, leaves us with difficult questions. Was his "Prove Me Wrong" approach a catalyst for dialogue or division? In this poignant episode of the Speak In Flow podcast, host Melinda Lee and leadership expert Dr. Joy Karavedas dissect the power and peril of an influenti…

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Trump Demands $230 Million from DOJ Over Investigations - And His Former Lawyer Could APPROVE It. 10:47

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Donald Trump is seeking a staggering $230 million compensation from the Justice Department for the federal investigations into his conduct. This unprecedented administrative claim raises immediate red flags, as any settlement could require approval from senior DOJ officials, including those who previously served as his personal defense attorneys. #…