Best Ray Maker Podcasts (2024)

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Kurt Maloo 47:30

1h ago47:30

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Kurt Maloo is a Swiss singer, songwriter, and musician best known as one half of the duo Double, whose hit single "The Captain of Her Heart" became an international success in the 1980s, and one of the most memorable jazz-pop ballads of the decade. Watch on YouTube www.popthehistorymakers.com Buy Me A Coffee - Support this podcast www.buymeacoffee.…

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Rockin' the Kremlin 1:02:44

5h ago1:02:44

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Rockin’ the Kremlin by David Junk and Fred Bronson tells the thrilling story of David Junk, Universal Music Russia's first CEO, and his mission to bring Western music to post-Soviet Russia. Watch on YoTtube www.popthehistorymakers.com Please become a YouTube channel member to support this channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5S9xw1B-ppDXVkAuv…

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Talking About A Tour | Clark County Open Studios | Episode 1080 59:52

5d ago59:52

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Clark County Open Studios is a juried show that takes place throughout Clark County in Southwest Washington. Each year 50 artist are chosen to participate along with 3 emerging artists. This year my wife, Jennifer and I were accepted into the show along with a number of other ceramic artists. Jennifer and I hosted an "after party" with a few of the…

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Stories From The Storm | Melissa Weiss | Episode 1079 56:12

2d ago56:12

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Today we are talking with Melissa Weiss. She has been on The Potters Cast twice before- Melissa's second appearance was in episode 624 in which we talked about her book she had just released, and her first was in episode 183 where we got to hear her story of setting up a community studio. In today's episode we now hear her story of going through th…

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Ernie Garcia - Leading Through Crisis - [Invest Like the Best, EP.396] 1:12:56

2d ago1:12:56

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My guest today is Ernie Garcia. Ernie is the co-founder and CEO of Carvana. Ernie joined me on Founder’s Field Guide in 2021 and despite all that the business has gone through since that conversation, you’ll hear how he has the exact same demeanor and crystal clear vision for the business and its operations today. Carvana is one of the most remarka…

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Episode #128: Andrew O'Connell US Investing Champion on Early Trading Struggles, Trade Sizing & Risk 1:10:44

3d ago1:10:44

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US Investing Championship 2023 top performer with a gain of+103.5%. Currently leading this years 2024 competition with a whopping 409% as of date of recording. He’s a fundamental & Technical Analysis. Founder of Pristine Capital. Confessions of a Market Maker presents Andrew O’Connell. ---------------------------------------------------------------…

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Colin Blunstone 54:54

7d ago54:54

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Colin Blunstone is best known as the lead vocalist of the iconic British rock band The Zombies. Formed in the early 1960s, The Zombies became pioneers of the British Invasion, with Blunstone's distinctively ethereal and breathy vocals shaping the band's unique sound. The group achieved international fame with hits like "She's Not There" and "Time o…

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Stories From The Storm | Michael Sherrill | Episode 1078 43:36

7d ago43:36

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Hurricane Helene was devastating for so many people. Many potters were hit very hard with the storm. Mudtools, founded by Michael Sherrill, was hit so hard that their building was swept away as the waters rose. In todays episode, Michael tells his story of the storm. https://ThePottersCast.com/1078

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An Artist in Toronto | Tamara Solem Alissa | Episode 1077 36:38

9d ago36:38

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Tamara “Solem” Al-Issa is a Syrian/Filipina Toronto-based sculptural artist with a focus on conveying preservation of time. Solem’s work pulls from memories of the architecture and practices within SWANA and Southeast Asia through exploring familiar shapes, colours and textures from these regions. The Deep Blue series presents hand-built traditiona…

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Andrew Homan & Chris Miller - Redefining Semiconductor Progress - [Invest Like the Best, EP.395] 1:26:22

15d ago1:26:22

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My guests today are Andrew Homan and Chris Miller. Andrew has spent two decades at Maverick Capital and is a managing partner at Maverick Silicon, where he leads the firm’s technology investments. Chris is a professor at Tufts and the author of the New York Times best-selling book “Chip War,” which details the geopolitical battle to control the sem…

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A $3000 Garmin and a $350 COROS walk into a bar... 1:13:16

10d ago1:13:16

1:13:16

Ray and Des chat about the new COROS Pace Pro, Polar Vantage M3, Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action camera, weird sponsorships, and much more. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // …

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Gavin Friday 53:01

14d ago53:01

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Gavin Friday, born Fionán Martin Hanvey on October 8, 1959, in Dublin, Ireland, is an eclectic artist whose career spans music, visual arts, and film. He first gained prominence in the late 1970s as the frontman of the post-punk band The Virgin Prunes, known for their avant-garde performances and experimental sound. The band, closely associated wit…

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Happy Monsters | Karen Dance | Episode 1076 41:29

14d ago41:29

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Peacefully working from her home studio on Vancouver Island, Karen Dance pursues her desire to create out-of-the-ordinary pottery pieces. Karen is inspired by the human form, natural movement, expressive features, and all the wonders found in nature. With over 35 years as an artist in many mediums, it was the melding of Karen's education at CMU Cre…

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Halloween Week Special | Michael Bridges | Episode 1075 54:57

16d ago54:57

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Michael Bridges is a potter living in Chicago, Illinois. Michael is a hand builder that identifies as a wheel thrower. Skulls, jack-o-lanterns, and spookiness are right at home in Michael's work. http://ThePottersCast.com/1075

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Boyd Varty - Becoming A Meaning Maker - [Invest Like the Best, EP.394] 1:02:08

16d ago1:02:08

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My guest today is Boyd Varty. Boyd is a lion tracker, life coach, and storyteller who grew up in the South African wilderness, living amongst and tracking wild leopards. This is his fourth time on Invest Like the Best but the first in six years. Boyd is a perfect follow-up to my episode with Lulu Meservey unpacking the intricacies of storytelling a…

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Glen Matlock 55:35

28d ago55:35

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Glen Matlock: From Sex Pistols' Anarchy. Clashes with John Lydon. Still fighting the establishment. Watch on YouTube⁠ www.popthehistorymakers.com⁠ ⁠ Buy Me A Coffee - Support this podcast⁠ www.buymeacoffee.com/popthehistorymakers⁠ Glen Matlock is a legendary British musician, songwriter, and bassist, best known as one of the founding members of the…

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A Forth Attempt | Dennis Blatchley | Episode 1074 58:41

21d ago58:41

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Dennis Blatchley is a ceramic artist living and making in Cornwall, United Kingdom. Dennis makes a wide range of slipcast terracotta tableware with a distinct matt finish. Dennis' work comes in a choice of colours, that can be ‘mixed and matched’ to create a variety of exciting colour combinations. http://ThePottersCast.com/1074…

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A Slow Process Maker | Sarah Chatawanich | Episode 1073 48:50

23d ago48:50

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Sarah Chatawanich has been a working artist for over 20 years within a wide range of disciplines. Sarah's current work focuses on the Japanese art of nerikomi. Sarah mixes stains with porcelain to create colored clays, which are then layered into blocks and sliced through to reveal unique patterns. Sarah's pieces are sanded at various stages and po…

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Tobi Lütke - Building Islands of Innovation - [Invest Like the Best, EP.393] 1:06:49

23d ago1:06:49

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My guest today is Tobi Lutke, the co-founder and CEO of Shopify. I have spoken to Tobi on this podcast twice before, first in 2020 and then again in 2022. Needless to say, a lot has changed since we last spoke, and we start by talking about the biggest change of all: AI. But I’ll remember this conversation for the next set of ideas we discuss: Foun…

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Francesco Mellina 55:28

27d ago55:28

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Francesco Mellina is a renowned photographer, best known for capturing the vibrant music and cultural scene in Liverpool during the late 1970s and early 1980s. ⁠ ⁠ To watch this www.popthehistorymakers.com ⁠ In this podcast we concentrate on his work in the book - Total Stranger, Unseen photographs of Pete Burns and Dead or Alive between 1978 and 1…

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A Serious Side Hustle | Samuel Newman | Episode 1072 57:46

28d ago57:46

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Samuel Newman, founder of Suay Ceramics, is a Portland-based potter who draws inspiration from his Pennsylvania roots and the values of community and craftsmanship. Samuel's dynamic forms and atmospheric firings capture the creative journey, offering functional wares that foster meaningful connection and introspection through shared daily experienc…

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Strava...You OK? 52:49

29d ago52:49

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Ray and Des chat about all things Strava from recent "quirks" on the platform as well as all the new features launched this year. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chap…

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Episode #127: Anthony Pompliano on Economic Data, BTC Volatility & How To Live An Extraordinary Life 49:25

30d ago49:25

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Founder & CEO of Professional Capital Management. He has built and sold a number of successful businesses, while also investing in approximately 200 companies. He created and manages one of the largest independent financial media platforms in the world. Published author of the “How to Live an Extraordinary Life”. Confessions of a Market Maker Prese…

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An Artist From Russia Living in LA | Maria Loram | Episode 1071 48:36

30d ago48:36

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Maria Loram is a ceramic artist, born in Russia, and is now based in California. Art has been Maria's lifelong companion, and despite a detour into linguistics at Moscow State University and a subsequent move to LA, she has now built a career in private tutoring. Maria's core fascination with art’s power to explore and understand the world remained…

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Matt Perelman & Alex Sloane - The Art of Franchise Investing - [Invest Like the Best, EP.392] 1:41:21

1M ago1:41:21

1:41:21

My guests today are Matt Perelman and Alex Sloane, Co-founders and Managing Partners of Garnett Station Partners. GSP invests in the trillion-dollar franchise and consumer services industries. Matt and Alex started the firm in 2014 as MBA students when they bought 23 Burger King restaurants. Since then, they've invested in 26 other multi-unit busin…

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Phil Harding Mixmaster and Producer 1:07:26

1M ago1:07:26

1:07:26

Phil Harding is a renowned British music producer and audio engineer, best known for his work in the 1980s and 1990s. He gained prominence as a key member of the Stock Aitken Waterman (SAW) production team, contributing to a string of hits for pop acts such as Kylie Minogue, Rick Astley, and Dead or Alive. Watch on YouTube⁠ www.popthehistorymakers.…

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A Blind Potter With Vision | Don Katz | Episode 1070 54:24

1M ago54:24

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Don Katz is a blind potter based in Los Angeles, California. Don became blind due to bacterial meningitis in 2001. After waking up from a month-long coma he had to relearn to walk and feed himself and adjust to his sightless reality. What began as an introductory pottery course at The Braille Institute of Los Angeles, has now become Katz’s obsessio…

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Design In Making | Brenton Duhan | Episode 1069 57:31

1M ago57:31

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Brenton Duhan grew up between North Carolina and Kandern, Germany--home to two distinct and rich pottery traditions. Brenton studied at Brown University and RISD in Providence, practiced museum exhibit design in DC, and gave tours and made ceramics in New Orleans before moving to New Haven, Connecticut. Brenton is currently maintaining a ceramic pr…

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Kareem Zaki - Small Ideas Attract Competition - [Invest Like the Best, EP.391] 1:26:34

1M ago1:26:34

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My guest today is Kareem Zaki. Kareem is a General Partner at Thrive Capital and has been at the firm for a decade. In an episode last year, Thrive's founder, Josh Kushner, told me he is the best healthcare investor in the world. Kareem has co-founded three healthcare businesses worth over one billion dollars. He also has expertise in financial ser…

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Little known ABBA facts 39:42

2M ago39:42

39:42

Carl Magnus Palm on the facts you may not know behind ABBA'S most streamed songs Watch on YouTube⁠ www.popthehistorymakers.com⁠ ⁠ Buy Me A Coffee - Support this podcast⁠ www.buymeacoffee.com/popthehistorymakers⁠ Swedish author and historian, Carl Magnus Palm, is best known for his extensive research on the iconic pop group ABBA. He is considered on…

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Prepping For A Show | Peggy Quinn | Episode 1068 46:59

1M ago46:59

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Peggy Quinn specializes in the creation of exquisite, one-of-a-kind, and limited quantity production craft pottery. Peggy's unique pieces blend functionality with elegance, enhancing both living spaces, and everyday living. Each creation is meticulously handcrafted, showcasing Peggy's expertise as a skilled potter and her unwavering passion for the…

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A Hobbiest Who What She Is Doing | Megan Shawkey | Episode 1067 45:42

2M ago45:42

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Megan Shawkey is a potter in central North Carolina whose work focuses on a modern functional style. With over a decade of wheel throwing experience, her work explores themes of contrast through rounded forms with geometric surface design and bright bold glaze colors. http://ThePottersCast.com/1067

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Ray Ozzie - The Future of Intelligent Machines - [Invest Like the Best, EP.390] 1:34:28

1M ago1:34:28

1:34:28

My guest today is Ray Ozzie, one of the great technologists, software developers, and entrepreneurs of our time. Ray is perhaps best known as the creator of Lotus Notes, a collaboration tool that revolutionized business communication in the 1990s. He later succeeded Bill Gates as Chief Software Architect at Microsoft, where he played a key part in …

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Martin McAloon of Prefab Sprout 54:06

2M ago54:06

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Martin McAloon remains a key figure in the legacy of Prefab Sprout, continuing his tour of acoustic versions of his brother Paddy's songs. He maintains he was only a bass player, but we all know he's been much more than that. ⁠ ⁠ Watch on YouTube⁠ www.popthehistorymakers.com⁠ ⁠ Buy Me A Coffee - Support this podcast⁠ www.buymeacoffee.com/popthehist…

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Techtember Roundup! Apple Watch, Pixel Watch, GoPro, DJI, and More! 1:09:01

2M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Ray and Des chat about all the new Techtember goodies including Apple Watches, Pixel watches, GoPros, new drones, and more!. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters …

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Pottery In Retirement | Brenda Lee Barron | Episode 1066 45:04

2M ago45:04

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Brenda Lee Barron is passionate about sharing her love of clay. Brenda loves to make functional items (wheel and handbuilding) to be used at your table whether it’s a meal for 1 or a gathering of 21. She is drawn to minimalist design because Brenda wants what you’re serving to be showcased on the white speckled plates, platters and bowls. You’ll so…

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Ted Seides - Investment Industry Paradigms - [Invest Like the Best, EP.390] 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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My guest today is Ted Seides. Ted is the host of the Capital Allocators podcast and an investment industry expert. It’d been seven years since Ted and I last talked on the record, as he was one of my very first guests on Invest Like the Best. Now that Ted has a full-time focus on all things Capital Allocators and has stepped away from traditional i…

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Lulu Meservey - Transforming Company Narrative - [Invest Like the Best, EP.389] 1:07:00

2M ago1:07:00

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My guest today is Lulu Meservey. Lulu is the Founder and CEO of Rostra, a company that partners with founders to level up their communications around all strategic initiatives, from hiring to fundraising. She is also on the board at Shopify. I have been recently fascinated by the challenge of founders telling their story and Lulu is an expert in co…

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Does Social Media Actually Work? | Tim See | Episode 1065 47:25

2M ago47:25

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Tim See began working in clay while an art student at Onondaga Community College and completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics with Honors at Syracuse University in 2004. Tim's work has been shown at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, D.C, the Everson Museum in Syracuse, NY, the Memorial Art Gallery in Rochester, NY, and, at Baltimore Claywo…

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Kevin Godley - A Life of Experimantation 59:37

2M ago59:37

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British musician, songwriter, and music video director, Kevin Godley was born on October 7, 1945, in Prestwich, England. Best known as a founding member of the progressive rock band 10cc, which achieved commercial success in the 1970s with hits like "I'm Not in Love" and "Dreadlock Holiday." Godley played a crucial role in shaping the band's sound …

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A Ceramic Painter | Amy Rae Hill | Episode 1064 47:36

2M ago47:36

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Amy Rae Hill is a ceramic painter who illustrates dramatic celestial scenes on pottery. After receiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Western Washington University, Amy worked at a pottery painting studio to develop her current craft. Amy paints with low-fire pottery glaze on earthenware to create her pieces. http://ThePottersCast.com/1064…

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Nerikomi Artist | Victoria Rickson | Episode 1063 47:32

2M ago47:32

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Victoria Rickson is a Canadian ceramic artist based in San Francisco, specializing in nerikomi. With a BFA in Photography from Parsons School of Design, Victoria transitioned to pottery post graduation, mastering the technique of colored clay as a member of community studios. Victoria's work balances precision with spontaneity, creating one-of-a-ki…

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Ric Elias - The Art of Living Well - [Invest Like the Best, EP.388] 1:25:06

2M ago1:25:06

1:25:06

My guest today is Ric Elias. Ric is the CEO and co-founder of Red Ventures, which has a portfolio of fast-growing digital businesses like Lonely Planet, The Points Guy, Bankrate, and large investments in a variety of other businesses across industries. He began the business in 2000 and has grown it to now a global company with thousands of employee…

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Pauline Henry; The Chimes 1:27:19

2M ago1:27:19

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Pauline Henry is a renowned British-Jamaican singer, best known as the powerful lead vocalist of the 1990s band The Chimes. ⁠ ⁠ Watch the interview at; ⁠https://youtu.be/w-wB7rBJVf0 ⁠ With her soulful voice and dynamic stage presence, she helped catapult the band to international fame, particularly with their hit cover of U2's "I Still Haven't Foun…

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A Happy Maker | Lyndsey Roberts | Episode 1062 47:21

2M ago47:21

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When Lyndsey Roberts was seven, her mother gifted her a toy potter's wheel. That one gift sparked a bone deep, lifelong love for ceramics. Lyndsey went on to get her BFA in ceramics from UNCA, and has been doing her best to make her little seven year old self as proud as possible. http://ThePottersCast.com/1062…

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