Best Founder Problems Llc Podcasts (2025)

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Adopter Media SVP of Client Services Adam McNeil on the Math Problem Behind Podcast Ads 51:51

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Adam McNeil is SVP of Client Services at Adopter Media. He joins the show to discuss the intricacies of podcast advertising, the advantages of dynamic ad insertion versus baked-in ads, and experiences with ad buys for smaller podcasts. Adam and I also explore the risks of YouTube ads and the future of podcast advertising. You can find Adam on Linke…

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Jared Isaacman: What went wrong at NASA | The All-In Interview 1:00:45

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(0:00) David Friedberg welcomes Jared Isaacman (1:10) Jared's background: billion-dollar founder, pilot, commercial astronaut (7:15) Relationship with Elon Musk, road to becoming a commercial astronaut (16:37) Becoming Trump's nominee to lead NASA, the major issues at NASA and his plan to fix things (31:52) Breaking down NASA's proposed budget cuts…

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What’s Your Problem: Real Talk on Operations, Focus, and Embracing Limitations 25:13

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In this episode, Sarah Schumacher, Zach Oshinbanjo (and joining later, Lee Zuvanich) experiment with a new format about our own, recent founder problems: tedious admin work, the art of saying no, and staying afloat when founder brain pulls you in twenty directions. We discuss Sarah's quest for operational efficiency, Zach's strategic life overhaul,…

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The Secret Power Behind Women-Led Business Growth with Jackie Joy, Chief Strategy, Development Officer, Executive Trainer, The Perfect Plan 25:50

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What happens when women lead — not just in business, but in the global economy? In this energizing conversation, host Natalie Benamou sits down with Jackie Joy, Chief Strategy Officer at The Perfect Plan, to uncover the exciting data behind the economic surge that is about to take place fueled by women’s leadership. Hear how women-led businesses co…

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Triggers: The History We Revisit 19:28

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Have you ever found yourself reacting strongly to something, only to realize it’s more about a past wound than the present moment? In this first episode of Lisa Whittle’s podcast mini-series on, "Your Body," Lisa opens up about the power of triggers—those moments that send us into a spiral of hurt or shame—and how understanding their roots can set …

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez: The Recipe for Creating America's Happiest City | All-In Live from Miami 24:03

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Mayor Francis Suarez! (0:23) How Miami significantly decreased homelessness and homicides (5:17) Formula for turning Miami into America's happiest and healthiest city (10:32) Addressing overregulation at the local level (17:05) Ambitions for his post-Mayor career (21:39) Partner shoutouts: Thanks to OKX, Circle, Polymarke…

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I Kicked a Car Door and They Called the Cops… 40:03

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Send us a text I made a stupid decision to ignore a growing problem, until it was too late. This episode explains our most recent podcast absence and my hopes are it will keep a few of you from making the same mistakes I have made the past few months. Mental health is something not talked about in our circles enough. I am not naive enough to think …

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Episode 143 - Broaden Your Positioning to Accelerate - Poppi and Dr. Squatch 7:40

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Many founders worry about diluting the quality of their product in order to scale. Understood. Yet, diluting the ‘quality’ of your audience is essential. Snobby brands do not scale. Listen in as I explain why. Your Host: Dr. James F. Richardson of Premium Growth Solutions, LLC www.premiumgrowthsolutions.com Please send feedback on this or other epi…

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AI Doom vs Boom, EA Cult Returns, BBB Upside, US Steel and Golden Votes 1:29:41

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(0:00) Bestie intros! (1:25) The AI Doomer Ecosystem: goals, astroturfing, Biden connections, effective altruist rebrand, global AI regulation (25:17) Doom vs Boom in AI: Job Destruction or Abundance? (52:44) Big, Beautiful Bill cleanup and upside: DOGE angle, CBO issues (1:17:14) US Steel/Nippon Steel deal: national champions and golden votes Foll…

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Nico Rosberg on the Booming Business of F1 | All-In Live from Miami 24:34

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Nico Rosberg! (0:27) Nico's history with F1, what makes a great driver (6:24) The business of F1 (10:05) Teammate rivalries, why "Drive to Survive" works, future growth (16:48) Post-F1 career, best angel investments, becoming a VC (22:16) Partner shoutouts: Thanks to OKX, Circle, Polymarket, Solana, BVNK, and Google Cloud…

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Don't Miss Your Chance to Thrive in '25 with Erin Gallagher, Founder, Ella and The Hype Women's Movement 30:59

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If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to step into what’s next—you just found it. Host Natalie Benamou is joined by Erin Gallagher, founder of Ella and the Hype Women Movement, who shares why Thrive in 2025 Women's Conference is unlike any event. Erin isn’t just delivering the keynote—she’s staying, engaging, and co-creating an immersive expe…

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The Making of an Award Winning Podcast 34:15

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Take a listen to a special session from Podcast Movement Evolutions 2025: What does it take to create an award-winning podcast in 2025? From understanding today’s awards landscape to crafting editorial excellence, this evocative session will provide strategic insights to help your show stand out from the crowd. With observations and advice on how t…

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Senator Ron Johnson on the Senate showdown over Trump's Big Beautiful Bill | All-In Interview 1:01:39

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(0:00) Friedberg and Chamath welcome Senator Ron Johnson (2:30) The Reconciliation Bill process, how much the Big, Beautiful Bill will add to the national debt (14:33) Problems with growing our way out of debt, why elected officials are avoiding the fiscal reality (24:53) Energy rescissions, future of DOGE (32:09) How Senator Johnson will force a r…

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Bond crisis looming? GOP abandons DOGE, Google disrupts Search with AI, OpenAI buys Jony Ive's IO 1:33:56

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(0:00) Today's topics and bestie intros! (2:49) Bond market chaos, GOP abandons DOGE, Trump's big, beautiful bill passes the House (38:15) Google's big week: AI in search, roadmap to diversifying revenue (46:49) OpenAI acquires Jony Ive's design startup for $6.5B (57:09) AI Diplomacy: Sacks breaks down his trip to the Middle East and the datacenter…

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Antonio Gracias: DOGE updates, Voter fraud arrests, Finding 'Big Balls' | All-In Live from Miami 28:39

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Antonio Gracias! (0:30) DOGE updates: Government complexity worse than imagined, how to fix it (9:00) Talent acquisition: How Elon attracted 10x engineers for DOGE, a better model for civil service (15:54) Voter fraud findings: illegal immigrants voting in elections, building a zero-defect voting system (22:12) Fixing imm…

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All That AI BS: An Infodump of Facts, Fears and Futuristic Predictions 48:50

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In this episode of the Founder Problems Podcast, hosts Lee Zuvanich, Sarah Schumacher, and Zach Oshinbanjo dive into the contentious world of AI. They explore its potential harms (DOOM!) and benefits (being lazy!), including environmental impacts, corporate responsibility, and practical applications in both personal and professional settings. The c…

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Dream Bigger: Why Now Is the Time to Go All In, with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite® 14:45

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When was the last time you had an idea—but something stopped you? Maybe it was doubt, timing, or the belief that someone else was already doing it. Take a listen as Host Natalie Benamou, Founder of HerCsuite®, encourages you to reclaim your vision and imagine what’s possible—especially if you're in the second half of your career. This episode was i…

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AIR Webinar: What Audio Producers Really Need to Know About Video Podcasting 1:04:33

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If you’re curious about venturing into the world of video podcasting, then join AIR and The Podglomerate for a can’t miss panel discussion featuring real experts from the worlds of YouTube and Spotify. Moderated by The Podglomerate's VP of Production Services Chris Boniello (who has 14 years of Emmy- and The Webby Awards-winning video and audio exp…

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Sergey Brin, Google Co-Founder | All-In Live from Miami 33:25

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Sergey Brin! (0:40) Sergey on his return to Google, and how an OpenAI employee played a role! (5:58) AI's true superpower and the next jump (12:23) AI robotics: humanoids and other form factors (17:07) Future of foundational models and open-source (19:59) Human-computer interaction in the age of AI (31:09) Partner shoutou…

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Trump's Big Week: Middle East Trip, China Deal, Pharma EO, "Big, Beautiful Bill" with Ben Shapiro 1:37:21

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Ben Shapiro! (1:53) A Bestie apology to Phil Hellmuth, All-In Poker Tournament (7:58) Trump's majorly consequential Middle East trip: Saudi, Qatar, Iran, and his vision for a "New Middle East" (35:18) US-China deal: is the tide turning on tariffs? (46:33) GOP divided over "Big, Beautiful Bill" due to its impact on our deb…

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Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet | The All-In Interview 1:02:21

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(0:00) David Friedberg welcomes Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai (2:58) Will AI kill search?: Google disrupting itself, evolving search to follow the user (15:32) Infrastructure advantage, foundational model differentiation (25:08) Future of human-computer interaction, hardware, competitive landscape in AI (35:29) Energy constraints in AI (41:20) Google'…

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Episode 142 - Planning Your ACV Build 8:16

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I finally spent some time to prove to all you door-counting crazies that doors do not equal value to your business. In the process, I developed a tool to plan your ACV build in a restrained manner, a tool you can reproduce (legally) on your end with your SPINS or NIelsen IQ retainer. Your Host: Dr. James F. Richardson of Premium Growth Solutions, L…

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Lessons Learned: Pivot Any Problem Into a Solution with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite® 17:10

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Have you ever thought something was too good to be true—but moved forward anyway? Ignoring your instincts happens to all of us—and what you do next matters most. Host Natalie Benamou shares real-world lessons from navigating major business challenges and how she turned setbacks into powerful solutions. As a lifelong problem solver, Natalie reveals …

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NASA Program Lead for Audio and Podcasts Katie Konans on Connecting NASA to the Outside World 34:39

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Katie Konans is the Program Lead for Audio and Podcasts at NASA. She joins the podcast to discuss NASA’s growing audio strategy, including how to make complex science accessible, the need for community engagement, and the future of NASA’s audio programming. Katie and I discuss the success of NASA’s Curious Universe, as well as the rest of their aud…

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Fed Hesitates on Tariffs, The New Mag 7, Death of VC, Google's Value in a Post-Search World 1:36:09

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(0:00) The Besties intro Philippe Laffont! (2:12) Miami F1 Recap! (12:10) Fed holds rates steady on tariff uncertainty (32:47) Google drops after Apple sees fall in search queries on Safari (56:48) Creating a new Mag 7 (1:07:00) Private markets: Is traditional VC dead? Philippe details Coatue's new fund structure and what makes a great investor Fol…

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Don't Quit Your Day Job... Yet 39:59

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In this episode of the Founder Problems Podcast, Zach Oshinbanjo, Sarah Schumacher, and Lee Zuvanich discuss whether to quit your secure 9-to-5 for your startup idea. They examine the pros and cons of maintaining a day job while exploring side ventures, highlighting the importance of stability and a gradual transition while totally unable to hide t…

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[Top Podcast Replay] 4 C-suite Strategies to Amplify Your Success with Dr. Ronicka Briscoe, Founder, Winning on the Road LLC 27:01

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[Top Podcast Replay] What makes a great leader and how can you advance career while staying true to your values? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Ronicka Briscoe shares the strategies and mindset shifts that have helped her and women she interviewed step into high-impact leadership roles. Join Host Natalie Benamou as she talks with Dr. Briscoe,…

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Doug Burgum, Secretary of the Interior | All-In DC 51:37

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(0:00) David Friedberg introduces Secretary Doug Burgum (2:11) Burgum's background and how it led to his role in the administration (10:56) The state of American energy and how we got here (22:32) America's energy emergency: AI, unlocking potential, China, increasing national risk tolerance (34:22) Burgum's National Balance Sheet idea: How it could…

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Brooke Rollins, Secretary of Agriculture | All-In DC 50:02

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(0:00) David Friedberg welcomes Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins! (1:32) How she ended up in Trump's two administrations, history of the USDA (16:56) Trump's first 100 days, what needs to be reformed in the USDA (21:31) SNAP's massive impact on USDA budget: soda, obesity, health challenges; how being DC outsiders helps the Trump Administration …

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Trump's First 100 Days, Tariffs Impact Trade, AI Agents, Amazon Backs Down 1:35:06

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Box's Aaron Levie and Flexport's Ryan Petersen! (4:05) Is Sacks back? (8:19) Reflecting on Trump's first 100 days (28:16) Global trade disruption, how businesses are dealing with tariffs (49:14) Amazon flip-flops on its tariff pricing feature, national security issues (1:04:13) AI agents, 1,000,000X'ing AI, and more Follo…

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Episode 141 - Founder Archetypes - The Missionary Founder 7:27

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How do mission-driven founders get in their own way? It’s not that hard, depending on how ideological your company’s foundations. The most fundamental issue with missionary zeal, when you do not channel it professionally into scaling a disciplined brand is this - you become overly anchored in the end goal and don’t take the journey seriously. Your …

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Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Launch Your Portfolio Career with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite® 16:40

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If you’ve been thinking, “I want more flexibility, but I still need financial security,” this episode is for you. Across every conversation with women leaders right now, one topic keeps coming up: portfolio careers. Whether you’re still in your corporate role, recently retired, or navigating a pivot, the idea of creating multiple income streams has…

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Audioboom CEO Stuart Last on Quarterly Earnings and the Future of Podcasting 36:29

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Stuart Last is the CEO of Audioboom, a leading global podcast network which supports more than 8,000 podcasters, delivers more than 100 million downloads per month, and has put more than $250,000,000 into podcasters pockets to date. He joins the podcast to discuss the future of podcasting, Audioboom’s remarkable growth, and monetization strategies …

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Trump Rally or Bessent Put? Elon Back at Tesla, Google's Gemini Problem, China's Thorium Discovery 1:29:46

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(0:00) The Besties intro Andrew Ross Sorkin (2:04) Market bump: Trump rally or a Bessent put? (18:04) Are tariffs damaging the American "brand"? Apple's investment in India (38:18) Balance of power politics, Ukraine/Russia ceasefire negotiation halted over Crimea (50:00) Alphabet earnings: Massive resiliency, Google's Gemini Problem (1:05:40) Tesla…

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Freelancing: A Minimum Viable Business 42:56

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In this episode of the Founder Problems Podcast, Sarah Schumacher, Lee Zuvanich, and Zach Oshinbanjo navigate the murky waters of differentiating freelancers from entrepreneurs. They explore how freelancing can be a starting point for business-building, the difficulties (and risk) of scaling and delegation. The team also takes a detour into the nee…

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Practical Advice for Starting a 7-Figure Business with Kym Insana Founder and CEO, AlwaysOn Digital 25:45

2M ago25:45

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What if flexibility at work wasn’t a luxury—but the very thing that made your business successful? In this episode, host Natalie Benamou, Founder of HerCsuite®, talks with Kym Insana, a CEO who didn’t just build a 7-figure company—she built it around her life. After stepping away from a corporate career to raise her family, Kym knew she still wante…

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Trump vs Harvard, Nvidia export controls, how DEI killed Hollywood with Tim Dillon 1:38:35

2M ago1:38:35

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Tim Dillon! (6:56) Nvidia H20 export controls, the China workaround, plausible deniability by chipmakers selling to China-linked entities (28:45) Trump vs. Harvard: Why the White House is threatening to take Harvard's tax-exempt status away (57:04) Hollywood's DEI facade, thoughts on AI, and more (1:18:06) Celebrity Jeopa…

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Why CEOs Need Grit — And How to Develop It with Aviva Leebow Wolmer, CEO Empower Leadership, LLC 20:25

2M ago20:25

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Being a CEO requires more than just strategy and experience—it takes grit. The kind that gets you through uncertainty, setbacks, loneliness at the top, and the pressure to always have the answers. Take a listen to this conversation with Host Natalie Benamou and Aviva Leebow Wolmer, executive coach, Vistage Chair, and CEO of Empower Leadership LLC, …

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Creating Podcasts for Kids: Lynn Kestin Sessler 31:59

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How do you develop audio content for children? Lynn Kestin Sessler is a Peabody, Webby, and Parents’ Choice Award-winning producer with extensive experience in children’s media, having worked with Nickelodeon, PBS, and Sesame Street. She joins the podcast to discuss the unique aspects of creating audio shows for kids, strategies for integrating pod…

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Episode 140 - Rapid Growth Is Not For Everyone w/Sarah Delevan 21:27

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It’s time for a contrarian view. Most founders in CPG should not be focused on rapid growth. It is far easier to create a stable, satisfying seven-figure CPG business if you let go of a need to scale (and grow fast to get there). In this episode, Sarah and I explore the key financial math that forces your hand as a founder. Do you really want to pu…

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The Great Tariff Debate with David Sacks, Larry Summers, and Ezra Klein 2:01:58

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(0:00) Bestie intros! (0:58) Reacting to Trump targeting China and postponing all other reciprocal tariffs (21:21) Measures for success of tariffs, debating the impact of letting China into the WTO (46:14) Is the US being exploited on trade? Was free trade a mistake? (1:02:01) Recession chances, How the Trump administration gathers information (1:1…

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Finding Silver Linings: What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Better at Business (and Public Speaking) 40:02

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In this episode, Zach Oshinbanjo, Lee Zuvanich and Sarah Schumacher share how to turn your biggest facepalms and 'oh-no' moments into stepping stones. From last-minute grant scrambles to learning to cultivate optimism, they dive into personal stories and practical tips on finding the silver lining in every screw-up. They also make a diversion into …

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AI Tools and Financial Strategies Every Entrepreneur Needs to Grow with Carlyn Bushman, CEO, CMB Brands, LLC 25:09

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Are you always be launching or ready to always be learning? In this energizing episode of Women Leaders on the Move, host Natalie Benamou sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and educator Carlyn Bushman to unpack what every service-based business owner needs to know right now. From using AI to build custom SOPs and track strategy KPIs to navigati…

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DOGE updates + Liberation Day Tariff Reactions with Ben Shapiro and Antonio Gracias 1:54:18

2M ago1:54:18

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Ben Shapiro and Antonio Gracias (1:54) Why Antonio is helping out and what it's like working with DOGE (4:56) DOGE's latest findings: illegal immigration, social security, and more (27:59) Was Biden's open border policy a Dem strategy to expand their voter base? (39:55) Tariffs: Liberation Day chaos, reactions, strategy (…

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All-In Live from Austin: Colin and Samir, Chris Williamson, and Bryan Johnson 1:50:23

2M ago1:50:23

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(0:00) Friedberg and Jason are live from Austin! (2:51) How building an audience has impacted the Besties (11:15) Colin & Samir join the Besties! (12:01) Evolution of short-form and long-form content (22:18) Business models for creatives (35:04) Advice to up and coming creators (42:10) Chris Williamson joins the Besties! (50:17) Making it seem effo…

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"Big Ministry is Better" 29:46

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Have you ever felt that serving in a bigger capacity equates to a more significant calling? Or questioned your purpose in ministry? With insights drawn from over 25 years in ministry, Lisa reflects on her past mindset about pride and entitlement, reminding us that serving God faithfully—regardless of how big or small the platform—is what truly matt…

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Your Next Board Seat is Closer Than You Think: Here's How You Get it with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite® 20:28

2M ago20:28

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Do you know what the number one myth about landing a board position is? It’s the belief that you need to be in the C-suite to qualify. The truth is, you don’t need to be in the C-suite to land a corporate board. But here’s the catch: Many women struggle to navigate the board readiness process. The good news is, you’re not alone, and there’s a clear…

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Episode 139- The Problems With Early-Stage Marketing: Doubt and a Design Bias 5:57

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It’s not uncommon for brands to scale mostly as B2B enterprises with minimal emphasis on sophisticated consumer marketing. When product design carries you that far, it can be easy to overlook the marketing department. Then, when you turn to ask them for acceleration, you realize you do not have the right team at all. Or, even worse, you don’t even …

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Podcasting with Purpose: Multitude’s Amanda McLoughlin 43:23

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How a former teenage YouTuber became a leader in the podcast industry. Amanda McLoughlin is the CEO of Multitude and co-host of the podcasts Spirits, Join the Party, and Attach Your Résumé. Amanda joins the podcast to discuss the keys to long-term podcast success, the importance of community, and her transition from being a YouTuber to a podcaster …

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The AI Cold War, Signalgate, CoreWeave IPO, Tariff Endgames, El Salvador Deportations 1:28:00

2M ago1:28:00

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(0:00) The Besties welcome Gavin Baker back on the show! (1:20) Nvidia balance sheet questions, CoreWeave IPO, M&A/IPO bounce back (16:22) US vs China in AI: Manus, China building its own Nvidia, and more (28:37) The Administration's endgame for tariffs (53:05) Signalgate: context and fallout (1:09:42) El Salvador deportations Follow Gavin: https:/…