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Every company has a story. Learn the playbooks that built the world’s greatest companies — and how you can apply them as a founder, operator, or investor.
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ACQ2 is Ben and David's conversations with expert founders and investors. Acquired the stories of great companies — and ACQ2 dives deeper into the lessons we can learn from them, often with the protagonists themselves.
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Simplify is a podcast for anyone who’s taken a close look at their habits, their happiness, their relationships, or their health and thought, “There’s got to be a better way to do this.” Hear ideas that get you to better from Gretchen Rubin, David Allen, Rebecca Traister, Dan Savage, Seth Godin and many more. Hosted by Caitlin Schiller and Ben Schuman-Stoler. Brought to you by Blinkist.
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Two in-depth interviews every week with scholars, policy makers, and business executives on frontier ideas & urgent issues in our world. Sponsored by the Julis-Rabinowitz Center for Public Policy and Finance and the Griswold Center for Economic Policy Studies at Princeton University. Hosted by Tiger Gao '21 and other undergraduate Princetonians. Visit us on policypunchline.com
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The TaleWind pod features interviews with authors of books related to science, technology, and business.
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The Site Shed is a tradie podcast designed to assist and educate trade based business owners around the globe with business related topics and current affairs. The podcast is targeted to tradespeople and contractors like plumbers, builders, electricians, tilers, roofers, locksmiths, landscape gardeners & horticulturalists, printers, chefs, hairdressers, however it is a small business podcast so it also suits anyone that is in business. Facilitated by former plumber Matt Jones, this podcast a ...
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From the latest trends to in-depth discussions with industry leaders, we've got it all covered. Whether you're a connoisseur or a curious sipper, "Sipping Success" is your go-to guide. Join us as we uncork knowledge, raise a glass to innovation, and help you elevate your beverage brand to new heights.
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The past few years have caused many of us to rethink how we live our lives. And for those of you approaching retirement, the question becomes more urgent - now what? How do you find new meaning and purpose? I’m Cara Gray, retirement coach, multi-passionate entrepreneur and seeker of life’s answers. Join me as I explore inspiring conversations with those thriving in their "third act." Hear first-hand as former executives, professionals, and creatives share their authentic journeys of self-dis ...
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Blinkist Podcast - Interviews | Personal Development | Productivity | Business | Psychology
Ben Schuman-Stoler. Making big ideas personal. Get personal growth and business lessons from thought leaders and entrepreneurs.
Please visit us at blinkist.com/simplify to see our new podcast, Simplify!
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From the Olympics, to The Open Championship, to the NFL, Mike Tirico has covered some of the biggest sporting events in history. Join him weekly as he shares insights from the broadcast booth and talks with special guests about their careers, sports and life.
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Hosted by Mark Schiff and Lowell Benjamin. Join Mark and Lowell for some funny and deep conversations with great guests. They'll talk about about the things their guests are known for as well as some things you might not know about them. Their guests include: Kevin Nealon and Paul Reiser
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Fail Fast Podcast – Entrepreneurial Failures to Success
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A podcast by 3 - 11 yr olds interviewing people with interesting jobs.
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Destination: Starkville! Join Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville as they dive into the beauty of our national pastime, from the biggest stories to the minutiae that makes baseball so quirky and fun. And yes, there will be trivia!
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Blood-diamond war survivor turned entrepreneur and life design partner breaks down getting unstuck, aligning actions with values, and designing meaningful lives. In bite-sized Jenn's Gems episodes, Jenn tackles a specific challenge leaders face and shares proven and actionable life design tools with examples on how to execute. Guest episodes are chalk full of inspiration and examples of lives well-designed - Jenn talks with CEOs, athletes, writers, artists, and investors on living lives on t ...
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Live conversations with the people operating at the frontier of crypto innovation: entrepreneurs, bankers, investors, fund administrators, traders, analysts and other crypto and digital asset market participants. Our objective is to help the broader ecosystem navigate this complex environment and unlock the market opportunity. This podcast is hosted by Metaco - the leading enterprise technology company whose mission is to enable financial and non-financial institutions to securely build thei ...
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Is your business structured right? Sole trader vs Business vs Partnership | ft. David Rosenthal | Ep. 423
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Choosing the right trade-based business structure is crucial for every Aussie trades person aiming to succeed in 2025. In this episode, we cover the ins and outs of starting as a sole trader, partnership, PTY LTD company, or trust. Learn how each structure affects taxes, liability, and the ease of expanding your business. If you're considering star…
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Shaping a Lifelong Legacy in the Performing Arts with Elvi Moore
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In this episode of 'Act Three,' host Cara Gray sits down with Elvi Moore, a distinguished figure in the performing arts world whose career spans over five decades. From her beginnings as an associate professor at the University of Chicago to her roles at the National Symphony Orchestra and the Washington Ballet, Elvi shares her journey and contribu…
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An American Sickness by Elisabeth Rosenthal
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A New York Times bestseller in 2017, An American Sickness reveals the inner workings of the US healthcare system. Elisabeth Rosenthal explores why US healthcare costs are so high, and suggests ways to improve the system. This episode was recorded in Mid-October, 2024. From Penguin Random House: Breaking down this monolithic business into the indivi…
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IKEA may be the most singular company we’ve ever studied on Acquired. They’re a globally scaled, $50B annual revenue company with no direct competitors — yet have only ~5% market share. They’re one of the largest retailers in the world — yet sell only their own products. They generate a few billion in free cash flow every year — yet have no shareho…
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Why Duolingo Worked (with Luis von Ahn, CEO)
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Duolingo has fundamentally changed the landscape of self-guided education, starting with language learning. It is now a $9B publicly traded company in a space where everyone thought you could never build a large and exciting company. We’re joined by Duolingo founder and CEO, Luis von Ahn. Luis dives into how learning English was transformative in h…
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The Essays of Warren Buffett by Lawrence A. Cunningham
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Lawrence A. Cunningham is the Director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware. He currently serves as a Director for several publicly-traded companies: Markel Group (NYSE: MKL), Kelly Partners Group Holdings Limited (ASX: KPG), and Constellation Software (TSX: CSU), where he serves as Vice Chairman. Be…
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Building a Road Construction Empire | ft. James Rolph | Ep.422
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Building a successful trade business isn’t easy, but with the right team, passion, and a willingness to learn, you can achieve incredible results! In this episode, James Rolfe, co-CEO of MR Roads, shares his journey from a one-man operation to leading a 45-person team in the competitive asphalt and road construction industry. Learn how they tackled…
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Meta is a company everyone knows (literally, everyone). But, somehow, it’s also a company that few people feel they actually understand. Their products are used by more humans than any other’s in history — almost half of the entire world’s population daily. But… what is Meta? Why do they do what they do? How do they do what they do? Ask ten people …
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The Healing Power of Laughter: Transforming Lives and Workplaces with Dani Klein Modisett
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In this episode of Act Three, host Cara Gray welcomes Dani Klein Modisett, a comedian, writer, actor, and founder of Laughter On Call. Dani shares her compelling journey of developing laughter therapy for Alzheimer’s patients, inspired by her mother’s diagnosis. The discussion expands to her innovative work using comedy to enhance workplace culture…
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Acquired Podcast's David Rosenthal: The Art of the Long-Form
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The Art of the Long-Form: Crafting Epic Business Narratives and Creating Amazing PodcastsEvery Host has a Story....In this latest episode of Policy Punchline, we sit down with David Rosenthal, co-founder and co-host of the Acquired Podcast. From his days as a Princeton "organization kid" to becoming a leading voice in business history storytelling,…
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Special family episode this week featuring my father, David Rubenstein, on his new book, The Highest Calling. From Simon and Schuster: For years, bestselling author David M. Rubenstein has distilled the contours of American democracy through conversations with noted leaders and historians. In The Highest Calling, he offers an enlightening overview …
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Breaking Barriers: How Communication Can Revolutionise Your Trade Business | ft. Ron Naussbaum | Ep.421
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Welcome back to The Site Shed Podcast! If you're in the trades and wondering how to integrate AI into your business, Tradie Hub has you covered. Discover innovative ways to reduce labour costs, increase efficiency, and leverage AI for growth. Check out Tradie Hub at tradiehub.net and see how they’re transforming the trade industry with cutting-edge…
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Building the Open Source AI Revolution (with Hugging Face CEO, Clem Delangue)
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We sit down with Hugging Face CEO Clem Delangue to understand the current state of the open source AI ecosystem. Hugging Face is the leading platform to host and collaborate on AI models, datasets, and applications. They also have a compute offering for AI builders to train their models directly on the platform. Clem has a contrarian take on the fu…
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Unlocking the Restoration Millionaire Method | ft. Alex Duta | Ep.420
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Are you looking to grow your restoration business but facing challenges along the way? Learn from a young entrepreneur who turned one truck into a leading restoration company with 90 employees and 8-figure revenue! In this podcast, we dive deep into the journey of building and scaling a restoration business. From unlocking obstacles trade businesse…
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Using personalised automation to improve the lead-to-cash workflow | ft. Paul Jackson | Ep.419
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Are you struggling with managing your trade business as it grows? Discover how to transform your trade business using automation! Learn how to streamline your operations with QuickBooks and Xero integration, eliminating bottlenecks and manual errors. Our guest shares insights on how to make your business more efficient and profitable. Whether you’r…
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Acquired LIVE from Chase Center (with Daniel Ek, Emily Chang, Jensen Huang and Mark Zuckerberg)
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Here it is: the complete video of the most unbelievable night of Acquired’s nine-year life… our sold out live show at the Chase Center in San Francisco. We joked during the months (months!) of preparation leading up to this event that it was like planning a wedding for 6,000 Acquired fans, and the guest list included Jamie Dimon, Daniel Ek, Emily C…
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Mark is the iconic founder CEO of our time. At Chase Center on September 10, 2024, he did an unprecedented thing: a live conversation in front of 6,000 people on Meta’s company strategy, sharing stories from early Facebook history, and his thoughts on the future of AI, VR, and AR. Mark was remarkably candid in our discussion, and gave us a window i…
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Mastering Life Transitions with Scott Wozniak: From Child Actor to Business Leader
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In this episode of 'Act Three,' host Cara Gray brings on Scott Wozniak, CEO of Swoz Consulting, to dive deep into his multifaceted career journey. With an impressive background that spans professional acting, non-profit leadership, and strategic consulting for global giants like Chick-fil-A, Scott shares invaluable insights on navigating career tra…
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Sipping Success with Kristen Knapp, Founder and CEO of Heartbeat Hot Rose
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Episode Summary: In this episode of Sipping Success, host Casey Haakinson sits down with Kristen Knapp, the Founder and CEO of Heartbeat Hot Rosé, the world's first rosé with a spicy kick. Kristen shares her unique journey from a background in celebrity branding to creating an innovative, spicy rosé that is taking the market by storm. The discussio…
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Sipping Success with Mary Anna Ossa, Founder of Partners & Grapes Organic Wines
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Episode Summary: In this episode of Sipping Success, host Casey Haakinson interviews Mary Anna Ossa, Founder of Partners & Grapes Organic Wines. Mary Anna shares her inspiring journey from a stay-at-home mom to a successful entrepreneur in the wine industry. The discussion explores how she developed her brand of organic, vegan, and sugar-free wines…
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Sipping Success with Brandon Crockett of AccelPay
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Episode Summary: In this episode of Sipping Success, host Casey Haakinson sits down with Brandon Crockett, Senior Sales Executive at AccelPay, to delve into the world of e-commerce and digital marketing within the alcohol industry. Brandon shares his journey from telecom to the beverage industry and discusses the significant role e-commerce plays i…
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A Conversation with South Australia’s Leading Residential Solar Salesman
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In this episode, we dive deep into solar sales strategies, discussing how Curtis grew a 7-figure solar business. Discover key insights on scaling your electrical business, sales tips, and overcoming obstacles. Curtis shares how he went from no solar background to managing a thriving team by implementing sales strategies that work in the competitive…
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Closing the Deal: Mastering Call Techniques for New Leads | ft.Ross McDaniel | Ep.417
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Discover the sales conversion techniques you need to close more deals and grow your business. In this episode, we dive deep into proven strategies for managing leads, improving sales systems, and mastering conversions. Whether you're in the home service industry or running a sales team, these insights will help you turn prospects into loyal custome…
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Ads or Not? Navigating Google Business and Beyond | ft. Ross McDaniel | Ep.416
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Should you run paid ads for your home service business? In this episode, Matt and Ross dive deep into the pros and cons of digital marketing strategies for trades, including paid ads, local SEO, and more. Learn when and how to invest in paid advertising to maximise your trade business growth. Tune in for expert advice on navigating the world of hom…
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Joe Montana Interview Live from Modern Treasury Transfer
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We sit down with legendary quarterback Joe Montana to discuss his transition from one of the greatest athletes of all time to… one of the great venture investors today. Joe shares some of the lessons that he learned winning Super Bowls with the 49ers that he applies to his investing career at Liquid 2 Ventures. Joe also goes into their firm’s strat…
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When the Heavens Went on Sale by Ashlee Vance
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Disclaimer: The content in this episode should not be considered financial or investment advice. Although this could change in the future, at the time of recording and releasing, the host did not own shares in any of the companies discussed. In When the Heavens Went on Sale, Ashlee Vance illuminates our future and unveils the next big technology st…
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Sipping Success with Paul Cullen, Musician and Personal Chef
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Episode Summary: In this episode of the Sipping Success podcast, host Casey Haakinson sits down with Paul Cullen, a former bassist for the rock band Bad Company who has reinvented himself as a personal chef, sommelier, and guitarist. Paul shares his journey from rock stardom to culinary excellence, discussing how he merged his passions for music, f…
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Summer greetings from Acquired! Two items for this “mini-episode”: Tickets are now available for our live show at Chase Center in San Francisco, with special guests including Mark Zuckerberg (!). The show is Tuesday, September 10th, with doors opening at 5 PM for an hour of mingling with other listeners before the show starts at 6 PM. Huge thank yo…
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The consequences of climate change—rising waters, extreme weather, record temperatures—are transforming our lives, as global warming accelerates more rapidly than scientists predicted even a few years ago. At the same time, the clean energy revolution is forging ahead faster than nearly anyone anticipated. As Tom Steyer sees it, these two trends to…
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Review Revolution: Boosting Your Business with Online Feedback | ft. Ross McDaniels | Ep.415
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Are you a trade business owner looking to take your business to the next level? In this episode of the Site Shed podcast, we dive deep into essential marketing and sales strategies. Learn how to leverage online reviews, handle customer feedback, and close more deals effectively. Discover proven techniques to boost your trade business, whether you’r…
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Biology is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation. Several aspects of the standard picture of how life works—the idea of the genome as a blueprint, of genes as instructions for building an organism, of proteins as precisely tailored molecular machines, of cells as entities with fixed identities, and more—have been exposed as incomplete, mis…
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