Los mejores podcasts de Blue Ocean La (2024)

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Ep 137: “Building Better Fashion, A Better Way, in LA” with Guadalupe Tlatenchi 1:05:04

2d ago1:05:04

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Do you ever think about the people who make the clothes you wear? Would you pay more, for better quality clothing that is made by better paid people? In this episode, Rob visits with a true South Central Los Angeles Hometown Hero, Guadalupe Tlatenchi, Founder and CEO of GTLA Apparel and the brand Loopé. They explore the history, opportunities and c…

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Ep 136: "A Botox Injection for your Sales Growth" with Chris Stock 59:19

9d ago59:19

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Can non-salespeople become good salespeople? Can you succeed in growing your business without being good at selling? In this episode, Rob Ryan chats with Chris Stock, CEO of SalesMD, about how ethical sales practices are reshaping the nearly $20 billion a year medical wellness industry. They also discuss his early career at IBM, and how some histor…

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Improve Member Retention with Podcast Marketing (with Jamie Kennedy): Episode 530 39:13

9d ago39:13

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Are you looking for a unique and effective way to market your gym, attract new members and retain members and staff? Podcasting is the answer. In this episode, we chat with podcast producer Jamie Kennedy, exploring how gyms can leverage podcasts to build community, increase member and staff retention, and position themselves as thought leaders in t…

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Ep 135: "Small Town Entrepreneurship; America’s Proof-of-Concept" with Marie Rocha 1:05:35

16d ago1:05:35

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How do you build non-traditional entrepreneurial communities? How do you make an impact in your community, regardless of your resources? Isn’t it a good idea for us to invest in more small businesses and less traditional entrepreneurs? In this episode, Rob sits down with Marie Rocha, founder of Realist Ventures, from Stamford, Connecticut. Marie is…

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Ep 134: "The New Blue Economy: VC Investing in our Oceans" with Matt Mulrennan 1:02:44

23d ago1:02:44

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Can investing in our Oceans save our Planet? Have you ever heard of the Blue Economy? Do you know how much of the carbon we create or heat we create, gets absorbed by the ocean? Have you ever seen the “Colossal Squid”?- because our guest is on a lifelong mission to find it and film it in it’s natural environment. The ocean covers 70% of the planet,…

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Shaping the Future and Lobbying for Change in the Fitness Industry: Episode 529 54:23

23d ago54:23

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As a gym owner, you're constantly striving to grow your business and provide the best possible experience for your members. But did you know that joining a national fitness association can significantly impact your bottom line, including member and staff retention? Key Takeaways: - The importance of advocacy: Discover how industry associations are …

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Ep 133: "Coffee, Curiosity and Building a Really Authentic Brand" with Gefen Skolnick 48:47

30d ago48:47

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Do you ever think about how your cup of coffee makes it into your hands? Can you imagine getting your product idea into the biggest retailers in the world? Or building a new product business in a market with 10’s of thousands of competitors? In this episode of Entrepreneurial Thinkers, Gefen Skolnick, founder of Couplet Coffee from here in Los Ange…

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Ep 132: "Can your VC Investors be your Friends & Family?" with Miki Reynolds 1:11:22

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Can Venture Investment into more diverse founders, in more diverse neighborhoods yield better ROI? Can a Venture Firm become “the” community resource for entrepreneurs in a City? In this episode, Rob and Miki Reynolds sit down to explore and answer these questions! Miki is an incomparable Los Angeles entrepreneurial thinker, and now Head of Program…

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How to Improve Fitness Business Profitability, Lead Generation and Retention: Episode 528 32:45

1M ago32:45

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Fitness Business Podcast is back! Version 3.0 kicks off with an episode to knock your (gym) socks off. Are you struggling to increase your fitness business's bottom line? This episode of the Fitness Business Podcast reveals five proven strategies that can help you boost profits and take your business to the next level. Key Takeaways: - Maximize lea…

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Ep 131: ”Our Human Species is at Risk! Can we save ourselves?” with Asher Jay 1:23:20

1M ago1:23:20

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Yes, we can… but the how, and how you fit in, will surprise you! Can conversations between people who disagree, shift the tide for our human survival on earth? In this episode, Rob sits down with Asher Jay, founder and CEO of Henoscene, to passionately explore the urgent and complex challenges of climate change and species extinction, including our…

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Welcome to the Fitness Business Podcast 1:12

2M ago1:12

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Are you a gym owner or manager looking to improve conversions from prospects to members, member satisfaction, employee retention, innovation and profitability? Many fitness podcasts focus solely on lead generation, but we believe the real key to long-term success lies in effective leadership and reducing churn of both staff and members. Host Justin…

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Ep 130: "The Swiss-Army knife of Business Leadership: A Chief of Staff" with Melanie Jones 55:36

2M ago55:36

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Have you wondered if you or your company needs a “Chief of Staff?” Are you curious about what a great Chief of Staff really is? Melanie Jones, the CEO of the ArlanWasHere Company and Founder of “Elevation, Chief of Staff Training”, joins Rob to dive into her own curiosity and willingness to ask more questions, which has led her evolution as an “ent…

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Ep 129: "A Third Culture Kid, Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling" with Carol Shih 1:01:43

2M ago1:01:43

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How well would you do, if you got off a plane, in a Country you’d never been, with some cash in your pocket, no cultural context and no friends? Could you build a million dollar business in those conditions? Carol Shih, a Proud Taiwanese-Australian-American and successful founder of Qode Space, did exactly this! Carol is a literal “Amazing Woman in…

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Ep 128: “How to Invest in Rob Ryan & The Storytellers Company” with Will Stringer 1:00:17

2M ago1:00:17

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This week, we're turning the tables on Rob, for a special episode. In the Opening you’ll hear Rob mention private links & “investors only”, but be assured you are now allowed full access to this special conversation, which was originally only privately recorded. Rob is interviewed by Will Stringer, our Lead Investor, to discuss how easy it is to in…

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Ep 127: "Where do we Belong? Connecting Our Dots" with Michelle O'Grady Caballero 1:03:25

2M ago1:03:25

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Do you struggle to share your message clearly? Do you wonder how we tackle society’s most complex communication problems? Michelle O'Grady Caballero, founder and CEO of Team Friday, joins Rob on this episode to unpack these questions and many more. She shares how innovative storytelling and diverse perspectives can revolutionize marketing and commu…

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Ep 126: "How a Simple Breakfast Club Became a Tech Industry Relationship Powerhouse" with Morgan Barrett 45:05

3M ago45:05

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How did a casual breakfast meet-up transform into a thriving tech community? How did a junior lawyer become the King of Early Morning technology industry networking? After all wouldn’t you rather meet with great like minded people to start your day than at booze fueled happy hours? In this episode, Rob and Morgan Barrett dive into the origins of th…

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Ep 125: "Diversity Drives ROI in the 21st Century!" with Adela Jamal 1:04:07

3M ago1:04:07

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Adela encourages us all to bet on what we want the future to look like! She reminds us that exponential change is sometimes as simple as inviting one more friend along the way, and she forces us to explore the reality that thinking differently is the most obvious key to unlocking great investment returns, not groupthink. In this really thought-prov…

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Ep 124: “Your Life is a Jungle Gym, not a Ladder" with Robyn Ward 1:15:20

3M ago1:15:20

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Can you learn how to be a better leader? Hint; Yes, you can! Is it time for an entirely new leadership paradigm? Are new women leaders, leading the NWSL and WNBA to a period of historic and sustained growth? In this episode, Rob sits down with the incomparable Robyn Ward, from here in Los Angeles, for a super joyful conversation, and they deeply an…

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Ep 123: "Do We Really Have to Buy our Kids’ New Clothes?" with Lauren Gregor 51:30

3M ago51:30

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Will a Circular clothing industry save the planet? (and fuel our economies) Can we change consumer behaviors to create an easier, less expensive and more environmentally sustainable life for families and the planet? Well, Lauren Gregor, founder and CEO of Rent-a-Romper, believes so, and joins us to answer those questions. She shares her fierce comp…

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Ep 122: "Who doesn’t love Chocolate?" with Juan Carlos Garavito. 1:00:13

4M ago1:00:13

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Are you curious how to build a socially responsible, sustainable food company- and expand it globally?! Have you ever wondered how to take locally farmed, healthy, cocoa from Colombia to Spain to Iceland and beyond? Well, our Guest Juan Carlos Garavito, tells us how he’s reinventing the entire supply chain and business model of cocoa and chocolate …

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Ep 121: "How Big is the Latino Economy in USA? " with Lilly Rocha 1:00:52

4M ago1:00:52

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Hint- the Latino Restaurant & Hospitality economy is huge, and it touches every aspect of your daily life. Your favorite local Mexican restaurant is one part of a nearly 4 trillion dollar latino economy in the USA. Latino entrepreneur led businesses are the fastest growing segment of the American economy compared to their peers. As CEO of the Latin…

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Ep 120: "Is Chicago the Coolest Entrepreneurial City in the USA?" with Claude Cimeus 50:24

4M ago50:24

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Rob explores his Hometown through the eyes of the City’s leading GenZ relationship capitalist! The Nation’s original “Second City” is reasserting itself for the 21st Century. In this insightful episode, Rob and Claude dive deep into Chicago's entrepreneurial economy, it’s leaders, the transformative influence of the economic catalyst organization P…

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Ep 119: "The Business of Sport-Entrepreneurship out on the Trails" with Peter Abraham 57:33

4M ago57:33

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In 2024 Entrepreneurs & Elite Athletes are more similar than ever. Entrepreneurial Thinking, Storytelling and Community Building are transforming the world of participatory sports. Peter Abraham, president of Abraham Content Marketing Studio, joins Rob, to uncover the keys behind building powerful personal brands and communities in the sports indus…

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Ep 118: "Is Art More Important than Money?" with Robert Newman III 1:11:31

4M ago1:11:31

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Art is like Breathing Air! From Black Wall Street to Wall Street to a Harlem Artist's studio, a creative life view explored. In this compelling, very personal episode, Rob interviews the dynamic young entrepreneurial artist, Robert L. Newman III. He is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist who shares his views on how creativity fuels both art and …

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Ep 117: "Your Brand needs to Think Now about Multicultural Marketing.” with Mario X. Carrasco 58:18

5M ago58:18

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Multicultural Marketing is today’s marketing- is your Brand ready? It’s a missed opportunity if you’re not understanding your whole community. Mario is an expert here to help you understand this, as his firm does for many of the world’s biggest brands and organizations. He’s a proud resident and community leader in Los Angeles (shoutout- San Fernan…

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Ep 116: "America is not a Meritocracy; and Neither is VC fueled Tech" with Pedro Crespo 56:23

5M ago56:23

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Immigrants made America great, that’s the beauty of us. But can America succeed without welcoming and investing in it’s newest immigrants? In this really personal episode, Rob interviews a deeply proud 1st Gen Dominican-Ecuadorian American, New Yorker-turned-Bay Area transplant, Pedro Crespo, a young venture capitalist and investment manager with a…

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Ep 115: "Are Relationships more valuable than Venture Capital?" with Erika Bricky 59:49

5M ago59:49

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Can you build a career on Relationships and Positive energy? What drives a person to become a champion for underrepresented voices in the startup world? Our guest, Erika Bricky, epitomizes the life of an entrepreneurial thinker and the future of relationships first leadership at her young age. She’s an angel investor and Relationship Capitalist, wh…

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Ep 114: "Building a VC with Purpose; from the Peace Corps to Peru" with Greg Mitchell 49:59

5M ago49:59

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Can a VC create as much investor talent as it does returns? Can you make as much money as you do create generational impact? Greg shares his unique insights from his experience building AVP Ventures, in Peru, highlighting the importance of local solutions and diverse founding teams in driving success. Discover the keys to thriving in Peru's startup…

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Ep 113: "Do Universities create Entrepreneurs?" with Isabelle Bart 52:17

6M ago52:17

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Rob and Isabelle, settle the ages old debate about the value of Universities in fostering entrepreneurship! They ask can Universities adapt and evolve to serve their customers? Isabelle is a long time entrepreneurial thinker, ecosystem builder across Southern California, University teacher, while also being a sought after coach/mentor and advisor t…

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Ep 112: "Are we in a Loneliness Epidemic?" with Sam Karshenboym 43:02

6M ago43:02

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Did swiping right or left cause our epidemic of loneliness? Can dating companies get us out of it? Rob explores authentic human connections with Sam Karshenboym, COO at the Lox Club. They discuss Lox Club's mission to combat loneliness by fostering genuine relationships through better online dating, niche communities and curated IRL events. Sam hig…

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Why Entrepreneurial Thinkers Podcast? 1:52

6M ago1:52

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Tune in to the Entrepreneurial Thinkers podcast for inspiring stories, valuable insights, and empowering knowledge from entrepreneurial thinkers around the world. Join Rob Ryan as he dives into exploring the need for more entrepreneurial minds in every sector of society. With each episode, discover stories that inspire, knowledge that educates, and…

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Ep 111: "The Platform Side of VC is the Future of Venture Capital" with Cuco Vega 52:20

6M ago52:20

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Can the Venture industry thrive without it’s Platform business side? Is the Platform side of Venture Capital what really generates ROI for Investors? Join Rob and Cuco Vega, Head of Platform at LEAP Global Partners, as we delve into the depths of entrepreneurial thinking in the venture capital industry’s new world of “Platform” and support services…

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Ep 110: "A Historic Moment in Mexican Politics, or a Mexican Mirage?" with Alex González Ormerod 54:45

7M ago54:45

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Is Mexico leaping ahead of history by electing it’s first Female President this summer? Is History repeating itself, or are we making real political progress in Mexico? If you are curious about our North American neighbors, the 12th largest economy in the world, or cross-border economic and cultural realities, please step into the heart of Mexican …

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Ep 109: "Is Traditional Media Dead? Or was it just sick…" with Pablo Ximénez de Sandoval 57:15

7M ago57:15

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In this episode, we answer this question! Rob is joined, from Madrid, Spain, by the Deputy Editor of Opinion at El Pais, Pablo Ximenez de Sandoval. El Pais is the largest Spanish language news media company in the world, also known as the “paper of record” for the Spanish speaking world, much the same way that the New York Times company is to the U…

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Ep 108: "Real Estate Investing Success; A Map from Nursing to Investor to Fintech Founder" with Savannah Arroyo 43:42

7M ago43:42

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The one and only "NetWorthNurse," Savannah Arroyo, Founder of Willow Investment Group and emerging fintech, InvestHealth, and accomplished Speaker and Author of "Passive Profits" on the topics of Real Estate Investing to create time-freedom, financial flexibility and wealth, joins our show. In this episode, Savannah explores the forefront of empowe…

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Ep 107: “AI Unplugged. Legal Insights, Governance & Regulation” with Juan Conde. 59:39

8M ago59:39

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Join us as we dive into AI policy, governance and regulatory considerations for founders, investors and policymakers! We talk all things AI governance, plus highlight some tips and best practices for Founder, Investors and PolicyMakers, plus we explore unique cross-border legal intricacies from Juan's experience fostering growth between the US and …

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Ep 106: “Entrepreneurial Thinkers, the Launch” with Rob Ryan. 13:47

9M ago13:47

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Welcome to "Entrepreneurial Thinkers" with Rob Ryan! 🎙️ Join us as we unveil our rebranded show, sharing the journey behind the transformation and our mission to spotlight innovative minds shaping diverse sectors worldwide. Subscribe and stay tuned for inspiring conversations and enriching insights every week! #EntrepreneurialThinkers…

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Ep 105. SABRINA CASTELLI - "Investing from Zero. Mujer Financiera (Español)" 26:22

9M ago26:22

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While we gear up for the exciting relaunch of our show next week, we're treating you to unique episodes created by some of our incredible alumni guests. This time, we're shining the spotlight on Sabrina Castelli, our talented Argentine friend featured in Episode 40 on July 1, 2022, titled "The Spotify of Women’s Finance, Born in South America." Sab…

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Ep 104. NATASHA CHANDEL - "Managing Your Emotions. The Kinda Dating Podcast" 45:00

9M ago45:00

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This month, we're spicing up our podcast with a special treat! 🌟 Our Hollywood friend, Natasha Chandel, is taking over with her top-ranked podcast "Kinda Dating." Tune in for her episode on "Managing your Emotions" – it's informative, funny, and a wild ride you don't want to miss! 🎉 Natasha, the comedy powerhouse and Dating Coach, spills the beans …

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Ep 103. ROB RYAN & JEFFREY POTVIN - "Exploring Life, Relationships, and Entrepreneurship Behind the Mic" 1:19:58

9M ago1:19:58

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As we remodel and rebrand our podcast this month, we're bringing some fun outside shows, created by our guest alumni, into your feed. In this special episode, Rob is interviewed by Jeffrey Potvin from the Open People's Network in Toronto, Canada. Jeffrey, a past guest on episode 71 of Mentors Today, turns the tables by hosting Rob on his show, "Imp…

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Ep 102. COURTNEY COLE, Singer-Songwriter - "Getting Out of Her Own Way" 1:04:58

10M ago1:04:58

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In this episode, Rob and Courtney explore the similarities between traditional “entrepreneurs” and the entrepreneurial life of a successful Singer/Songwriter. Courtney’s musical journey began as a child in her Church and musical theater in school, in New Orleans area where she grew up, then exploded during her years in Nashville, America’s heart of…

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Ep 101. ROB RYAN - "A Look Back and A Look Forward, 2023-2024" 21:55

10M ago21:55

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Join Rob in this special Year End Review episode in which he highlights the milestone of our 100th Episode and looks eagerly forward into 2024, an exciting year to come which will see a rebranding and strengthening of the show that you’ve come to love. Rob shares our gratitude for you, our Audience, for the incredible community of Guests who’ve hum…

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Ep 100. LORETTA WILLIAMS GURNELL, SUPERGirls SHINE Foundation - "Generational Change through STEM Mentorship" 53:59

10M ago53:59

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“One young woman of color can affect change in 5 generations of her family by deciding to go through our program.” In this energizing episode, Rob is joined by Loretta Williams Gurnell—an educator, former professional basketball player and Founder behind the SUPERGirls SHINE Foundation, a Houston, Texas based STEM mentorship program for young women…

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Ep 99. MICA LE JOHN, Irregular Hours - "Empowering the Next Generation" 51:41

11M ago51:41

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Rob is joined by the remarkably energetic Mica Le John, an entrepreneurial thinker at the intersection of identity, culture and technology. The conversation dives immediately into how we gain and share knowledge around Race, Class, Gender, Sexuality and Ability lenses with young people. Mica proudly continues a global multicultural legacy of incred…

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Ep 98. JEAN MICHEL HABINEZA, iDebate Rwanda - "Debating Better Leadership" 49:43

11M ago49:43

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In this episode, Rob is joined by Jean Michel Habineza, Founder/CEO of iDebate Rwanda, who is a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and peace-building through meaningful dialogue. His motivation and life experience was shaped by the infamous Rwandan Genocide which unfolded during his childhood. Jean Michel's impactful journey proves that not …

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Ep 97. CRISTIAN LARA, Reciclapp - "Recycling the Informal Waste Industry of LatAm" 54:22

11M ago54:22

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In this episode, Rob is joined by Cristian Lara, an unintentional entrepreneur, with no resources and now a dynamic young leader in the field of sustainability and recycling in Chile, now Mexico and across Latin America. His “aha” moment hit while playing a match of futbol with friends at university one night, and began his rise to prominence. His …

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