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Jan 9, 2022 • 1h 23min

#225 Winston Churchill

Explore the remarkable life of Winston Churchill, his resilience and leadership challenges. Learn valuable lessons on belief, ambition, and perseverance. Uncover Churchill's impact through biographies and his journey to fame. Delve into his post-war life and literary success.
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Jan 5, 2022 • 1h 50min

#224 Charles de Gaulle

Discover the unwavering determination of Charles de Gaulle during WWII, emphasizing his refusal to accept defeat. Explore the importance of repetition in conveying powerful messages and the significance of having a clear and unwavering vision. Delve into De Gaulle's resilience, assertiveness, and strategic leadership principles amidst turbulent times.
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Dec 29, 2021 • 1h 15min

#223 Unstoppable: Siggi Wilzig's Astonishing Journey from Auschwitz Survivor and Penniless Immigrant to Wall Street Legend

Surviving Auschwitz, building an empire on Wall Street, and confronting challenges in business and personal life. From overcoming trauma to navigating success, Siggi Wilzig's astonishing journey is a testament to resilience and determination.
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Dec 20, 2021 • 1h 38min

#222 Ed Thorp (My personal blueprint)

Ed Thorp, author of 'A Man for All Markets', discusses his journey from beating casinos to Wall Street. He shares his methodical approach, experiences with wearble computers, and encounters with shady characters. The podcast delves into Thorp's fascination with predicting roulette outcomes, the dark side of gambling and cheating in casinos, and his transition to becoming an investor. It also touches on legal cases, the rise of Michael Milken, and the value of time and continuous learning in building a successful life.
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Dec 13, 2021 • 1h 25min

#221 Charlie Munger

Explore the lessons learned from the life of Charlie Munger, focusing on his passion for independence, commitment to honesty and excellence, and the valuable advice he imparted about always doing your best. Delve into the mentor-mentee relationship between Munger and Warren Buffett, their unique qualities, and the enduring principles that shaped Munger's success in business and personal life.
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Dec 9, 2021 • 1h 22min

#220 Enzo Ferrari: The Man and the Machine

Delve into the life of Enzo Ferrari and his unwavering dedication to winning races. Explore his complex persona and strategic brilliance in the automotive industry. Discover his vision for racing and team building, leaving a lasting legacy.
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Nov 30, 2021 • 1h 47min

#219 Tony Bourdain: The Definitive Biography

Exploring Tony Bourdain's disciplined writing regimen, his determination to see his name in print, and his focus on promoting and creating the show he wanted. The thin line between Tony and his show, the struggles of addiction, and the transformative journey towards self-improvement. The challenges faced in television career, personal struggles, and the legacy left behind by a multifaceted talent.
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Nov 25, 2021 • 58min

#218 Johan Cruyff (A Life of Total Football)

The podcast discusses Johan Cruyff's wisdom on football tactics, the importance of practice, and his resilient mindset. It also touches on his personal struggles, commitment to winning, and the positive outlook he developed from life experiences.
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Nov 18, 2021 • 1h 23min

#217 Estée Lauder

The podcast discusses the success story of Estée Lauder, emphasizing the importance of believing in and loving your product, taking risks, pursuing dreams with determination, investing in product promotion over advertising, networking for business success, and visualizing success. It also explores the strategies for building a cosmetic empire through aggressive sales tactics, attention to detail, and building personal connections for business growth.
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Nov 14, 2021 • 1h 29min

#216 Paul Van Doren (Founder of Vans)

The podcast discusses the founder of Vans, Paul Van Doren, touching on his resilience, focus, and willingness to listen to others. It emphasizes the importance of family, creativity, and perseverance in building a successful business. The story highlights the uniqueness of Vans in catering to a niche market and the founder's ability to overcome setbacks with positivity and determination.

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