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Jason Calacanis: Intelligent Risk [The Knowledge Project Ep. #81]

Angel investor Jason Calacanis discusses high-stakes poker, how to make intelligent investing decisions, how systems enable or forbid, and demystifies Silicon Valley’s culture. Listen and Learn: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript

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John Maxwell: Developing the Leader in You [The Knowledge Project Ep. #80]

John Maxwell breaks down the four traits every successful person possesses and how to awaken the leader within you, no matter your job title. Now available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript Here are a few highlights from our conversation: I know a lot of successful people that aren’t happy. I mean, they have …

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Esther Wojcicki: The “T.R.I.C.K.” to Raising Successful People [The Knowledge Project Ep. #79]

Today, I welcome author, journalist, and educator Esther Wojcicki (@EstherWojcicki) to the Knowledge Project. Esther Wojcicki discusses the current education model and how we can fix it, and shares her powerful TRICK acronym, Esther’s secret for raising happy, resilient children. Now available on: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript Esther has been a …

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Balaji Srinivasan: Exploring COVID-19 [The Knowledge Project Ep. #78 Pop-up Episode]

A special pop-up episode of The Knowledge Project exploring a timely issue. Now available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | No Transcript Today, I welcome Balaji Srinivasan (@balajis) to the Knowledge Project. Balaji founded a large molecular diagnostics company, taught bioinformatics at Stanford, won an MIT TR35 for his work in genomics, and holds a …

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Mike Maples: Living in the Future [The Knowledge Project Ep. #77]

Mike Maples, a partner at the VC firm Floodgate, shares how mental models shape his decision-making process, where to find the next big idea, and how to rally people to your cause. Listen and Learn: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript

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Frank Stephenson: Pushing the Limits of Innovation [The Knowledge Project Ep. #76]

My guest today is legendary car designer Frank Stephenson. Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript Frank’s name is synonymous with elegant design. Whether he is reimagining iconic commuter cars like the Fiat 500 or the MINI or designing limited-number supercars like the Ferrari FXX or McLaren P1, his approach is the same. Frank’s …

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Suzanne Iasenza: Rewriting Relationship Narratives [The Knowledge Project Ep. #75]

My guest today is Suzanne Iasenza, couples sex therapist and faculty member at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in New York City. Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript What drew me to Suzanne’s work on personal narratives within the context of a relationship. The stories we tell about ourselves affect nearly every …

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Jeff Hunter: Embracing Confusion [The Knowledge Project Ep. #74]

My guest today is the CEO and Founder of Talentism, Jeff Hunter. Jeff Hunter is obsessed with what drives and unleashes human potential. In this episode, he teaches us how to rewrite the damaging narratives holding us back, give and receive helpful feedback, improve critical thinking skills, and so much more. Listen on: Apple Podcasts …

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Steven Strogatz: Exploring Curiosities [The Knowledge Project Ep. #73]

My guest today is Steven Strogatz, professor of applied mathematics at Cornell University and the author of five books. He reveals how math is the key to exploring and understanding the beauty of our world. Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript His most recent book, Infinite Powers explores the power of calculus in …

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Neil Pasricha: Happy Habits [The Knowledge Project Ep. #72]

Neil Pasricha shares the recipe for resilience, an antidote for anxiety, and how his two-minute morning routine primes each day for success. Listen and Learn: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Transcript My guest today is Neil Pasricha. Neil is a friend, one of the most popular TED speakers of all time, a Harvard MBA, and …

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