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In this episode, Anthony is joined by the co-founder and CEO of Terra Quantum AG, Markus Pflitsch, to discuss his passion for quantum physics and the future of quantum computing. Markus explains the mechanics behind quantum technologies, and they explore the applications of quantum technology to strengthen cybersecurity, solve the energy crisis, and tackle global warming. Next, Anthony joins entrepreneur, streamer, and pitcher for the New York Mets, Trevor May. Together, they talk about what it takes to play in Major League Baseball and how to balance being a professional athlete and a media entrepreneur. Anthony dives into his long-standing relationship with the New York Mets organization and shares their analysis of current players and the team's direction in the upcoming postseason.Anthony then joined former United States Naval Officer, politician, and founder of the George Washington Initiative, Phil Ehr, to discuss his journey transitioning as a military veteran running for Northwest Florida's seat in Congress in 2020. Phil walks through his experience of running for office as a Democrat in one of the reddest districts in the country, which inspired him to launch the George Washington Initiative. Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci.  Sign up for our newsletter at: www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Politico reporter, Kyle Cheney, to discuss the recent FBI raid of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence. They explore the possibilities around Trump's motives for taking classified documents to his Florida home and what information those documents may hold. Anthony gives insight into the situation using his experiences with sensitive compartmented information facilities within the White House. Kyle also shares his predictions on the fate of Donald Trump and the Republican party. Next, Daniel Shakhani, co-founder of Salary Finance, joins Anthony to talk about the importance of financial wellness. Daniel analyzes the psychological effects of the current economic climate and cost of living crisis on employees and the dangers of financial stress. They then dive into Salary Finance's initiative to promote financial wellness in the workplace and facilitate healthier employee-employer relationships. Anthony then joins Sudarshan “Suds” Sridharan, founder and CEO of Fion Technologies— an intelligence company that builds software that stops the spread of wildfires. Together, they talk through the recent increase of wildfires on the west coast and the philosophical reasons that not enough is being done to solve the growing problem. Suds then highlights how Fion Tech is equipped to assist firefighters in combatting wildfires, “situational awareness,” and touches on the company's future.

In this episode, Anthony talks with Isaac Saul, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Tangle News, and Anna Popova, Vice President for Delivery at Globant and leader of Globant's Be Kind Tech Fund.Beginning with Isaac, Anthony discusses the current level of polarization within political parties and mainstream media sources. Isaac dives into his own preference of being “politically incongruent” and the importance of nonpartisanship in the media to battle the country's growing political division. Anthony then discusses Anna's role as co-lead of Globant's new Be Kind Tech Fund, diving into examples of the misuse of technology, the spread of misinformation, and online “fake news,” as well as chewing over the philosophical debate that arises from the overuse of technology and the effect it can have on our mental and physical health.

In this episode, Anthony talks with the President and CFO of Northern Data, Christopher Yoshida, about his transition from traditional investment banking to the world of cryptocurrency and fintech. They discuss bitcoin skepticism, sustainable cryptocurrency mining, and the future of Northern Data.Next, Anthony is joined by entrepreneur and bestselling author, Trevor G. Blake, to talk about his books – “Secrets to a Successful Startup” and “Three Simple Steps: A Map to Success in Business and Life”. Trevor reveals the tips and tricks for turning startup ideas into reality and the power of discipline to succeed.Lastly, Jim Demetriades, CEO and Founder at Kairos Ventures, joins Anthony to explore philosophy and the importance of scientific innovation. Jim goes on to explain the vision behind his company, and how it has aided in scientific breakthroughs within the company's sectors and startup investments.

In this episode, Anthony talks with the President and CEO of Fortune Media, Alan Murray, about his newest book ‘Tomorrow's Capitalist: My Search for the Soul of Business.' Alan shares his experiences from his time as a journalist interviewing business leaders and CEOs, describing what he calls a “major shift in corporate ideology”. Next, Anthony is joined by former Police Commissioner of New York City, Bill Bratton. Together they discuss Bill's book ‘The Profession: A Memoir of Community, Race, and the Arc of Policing in America.' Commissioner Bratton shares his thoughts on the influence of the ‘broken windows theory,' highlighting his time in law enforcement more generally.Lastly, Bonnie Garmus joins Anthony to explore her bestselling book ‘Lessons in Chemistry.' They discuss its key themes, characters and plot, highlighting the significance of the book being set in the ‘50s and ‘60s. They lastly touch on the book being turned into an Apple TV series produced by actress Brie Larson.

In this episode, Anthony talks with Scott Armstrong, former Editor-in-Chief of Arabian Business Magazine and mental health advocate launching the start-up consultancy, Mentl. They begin by discussing the human history of experiencing homelessness and the detrimental effects of this feeling on society. Scott then dives into his mission of mental health advocacy of fighting toxic work environments and promoting corporate leadership that supports mental wellbeing, as well as the wide range of benefits that come with it.Next, Oliver Bullough joins Anthony to discuss his latest book, ‘Butler to the World: How Britain Became the Servant of Tycoons, Tax Dodgers, Kleptocrats, and Criminals,' which provides an insight into money laundering in the United Kingdom. Oliver takes Anthony through the history of kleptocracy from the British Empire to today, and explores the corruption of shell corporations in the United States.Finally, Luciana Berger, a former Labour Party Member of Parliament (MP) in the United Kingdom, joins Anthony only moments after Boris Johnson resigned as Prime Minister. Luciana shares her experiences in British politics before diving into the factors influencing Boris' resignation. They discuss the government's shortcomings, including scandals, parliamentary investigations, and rule-breaking, leading to over 50 MP's quitting and forcing the Prime Minister to resign.Follow our guest on Twitter: @Scottiehack@OliverBullough@LucianaBerger Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at: www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony talks with David Markley, Senior Director of Business Solutions at Algorand, and Anna Popova, Vice President for Delivery at Globant and leader of Globant's Be Kind Tech Fund.First conversing with David, Anthony seeks to explore Algorand's world's first Pure Proof of Stake (PPoS) blockchain that provides security, decentralization, and scalability in an eco-friendly, sustainable way. Together, David and Anthony discuss whether other blockchain networks follow the lead of Algorand's sustainable technology and carbon neutrality, and the recent news that FIFA named Algorand as an official blockchain partner before the World Cup competition taking place this November in Qatar.Anthony then discusses Anna Popova's role as co-lead of Globant's new Be Kind Tech Fund, diving into examples of the misuse of technology, the spread of misinformation, and online “fake news”, as well as chewing over the philosophical debate that arises from the overuse of technology and the effect it can have on our mental, and physical health. Follow our guest on Twitter: @DavidBMarkley Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony talks with Ash Carter, former U.S. Secretary of Defense, who was nominated by President Obama for the role in December 2014, and author of the book ‘Inside the Five-Sided Box'. The conversation begins with Ash reflecting on when he started working in the Pentagon in 1993, more specifically his work on international relations with Russia, identifying the first warning signs of Putin's aggression.Ash gives his take on whether the West was “too slow to understand the danger posed by Putin”; touching on whether the invasion of Ukraine was something that could have been avoided and whether recent NATO applications by Sweden and Finland will spark a response from Putin. Finally, Ash talks about his book, which gives the reader a bird's-eye view of what is behind the walls of the Pentagon and how it's run. They debate the importance of demystifying government agencies and whether transparency of its inner workings is vital to maintaining trust between people and their political institutions.

In this episode, Anthony talks with Rick Wilson, longtime Republican political strategist, co-founder of the Lincoln Project, and bestselling author. Rick gives his take on the January 6th select committee hearing and why, for him, this “changed the game.” They discuss the impact these hearings will have on Trump and his future within politics and on the American people by “telling the truth about what happened.” Finally, he shares how he would advise a candidate to break the cycle of betraying the working and middle class in the country.Anthony also chatted with Gabriel Nicholas, research fellow at the Center for Democracy and Technology. Gabe delves into ‘shadowbanning' - hiding bad behavior online without informing the person why. Gabe shares the importance of transparency within the rules that govern our online environments. He reflects on what started him out in this field, driven by a passion for the social ramifications of the internet. Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRickWilson https://twitter.com/GabeNicholas  Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Professor Niall Ferguson, renowned historian, author of sixteen books, and the Milbank Family Senior Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution. Together, they start by discussing Niall's decision to become a historian, despite hailing from a family of physicists, and describing himself as a “wannabe Monty Python”. Niall shares his Cold War analogy for our current era. Starting during the Trump administration, and how the events that have happened in the US and China since then have magnified this realization with Ukraine as “the first hot war” of “Cold War II”.They then delve into Niall's books, starting with the most recent, ‘Doom', which covers how humans respond to catastrophes and how resilient we are to them. It explores how fascinated we are with disaster, why we struggle so much with it, and how we exaggerate the possibility the world will end.Finally, they discuss ‘The Ascent of Money: A Financial History of the World', and how this now relates to advances in cryptocurrency and Bitcoin. Niall expresses why, to him, it's not plausible to have a future based on traditional systems, transactions and technologies. They then touch on the global inflation we're currently experiencing, and Niall gives his predictions about how this will continue to impact the economy.Follow our guest on Twitter:https://twitter.com/nfergus Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony talks with Ric Edelman, bestselling author and personal finance expert. Ric delves into his new book The Truth About Crypto which provides a straightforward, practical guide to all things crypto. They then move on to discuss why blockchain and digital assets are the “most profound innovation in global commerce since the internet”, note some of the “disappointing” statements that have been made by the likes of Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett, and give their advice for dealing with the current bear market. Next, Liz Mathew, executive director at ConsenSys, joins Anthony to give us the latest developments from the leading Ethereum software company including details of their recent $450 million funding round with backers including Microsoft and SoftBank. Liz then takes Anthony through the ConsenSys product suite including their leading MetaMask wallet.Finally, Anthony is joined by Ferren Rajput, CEO and president of ONEflight International, to explain the company's journey to date revolutionizing private jet travel, to provide a club-like experience that eliminates the empty leg problem. Ferren then provides a behind-the-scenes look at the aviation industry, and shares his predictions for the future. 

According to leading scientists, 30,000 species per year on average are being driven to extinction. That's six per hour and 150 per day. Are we close to bringing them back?In this special episode, Anthony is joined by Ben Lamm, serial tech entrepreneur and co-founder and chief executive of Colossal Biosciences to discuss founding the world's first-ever de-extinction company. Ben delves into working with his partner Harvard geneticist George Church, and their aim to combine the science of genetics with the business of discovery to bring back the woolly mammoth, and help the climate crisis in the process. They question the impact this will have on both the planet and economy as human beings are given the ability to “create a part of the past,” and reveal whether the dodo may even make a return.  Finally, they reflect on Ben's career, and how he went from a Nintendo-playing teen to a successful serial entrepreneur. Starting five different companies, from a consumer gaming startup acquired by Zynga to a mobile software development firm acquired by Accenture. Follow our guest on Twitter:https://twitter.com/federallamm Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this special extended episode, Anthony joins Bill Browder, founder and CEO of Hermitage Capital Management, head of the Global Magnitsky Justice Campaign and the best-selling author of Red Notice and Freezing Order. Together they discuss Bill's career path, from being the largest foreign investor in Russia to a declared “threat to national security” for exposing corruption in Russian state-owned companies. They delve into the story behind his associate, tax lawyer Sergei Magnitsky, who was imprisoned and eventually killed in detention in 2009 after attempting to expose a plot to extort $230 million worth of Russian tax money. Bill discusses the story of Magnitsky's arrest, imprisonment, torture and death, and how he has made it his “exclusive mission” to get justice for Sergei and his family. His latest book, Freezing Order: A True Story of Russian Money Laundering, Murder, and Surviving Vladimir Putin's Wrath, follows the money all the way to the top of Russia's murderous kleptocracy. Bill provides a personal account of the threats he has faced over the last 15 years and gives an insight into Putin's Russia, explaining why ​​even the most powerful regimes have weak points. Follow our guest on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Billbrowder Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony joins Natalie Salemink, founder and chief executive of Prismatic - the place to create, govern and manage DAOs on Algorand. Together they discuss how she first got into the crypto and Ethereum community which led to her discovering DAOs. Natalie then shares why Algorand is a suitable destination for DAOs being built - and why they position themselves as a “blockchain for good.” Next, Scott Smith, entrepreneur, author, and managing member of the C Squared Fund, talks with Anthony about his book ‘The Emerging Kingdom: An Economic Guidebook to Building a Nation That is a Better Place to Live,' which delves into the relationship between money, the economy, and our personal wellbeing. Scott shares his ideas behind replacing income taxes with a payments tax, cutting the tax rate to 0.2%, and how he aims to get this idea out there to bring people together.Finally, Hernán Luis y Prado, CEO and founder of Workshops for Warriors, joins Anthony to discuss his background in the military - and when his light-bulb moment came to start the non-profit that trains veterans to place them into advanced manufacturing careers - recently graduating their 1,000th student! Hernán then reveals what needs to be done as a society to support veterans and welcome them back into the community.Follow our guests on Twitter: @DeFiChick@abettereconomySubscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Bob Spitz, bestselling author and journalist. Together they discuss his recent book ‘Led Zeppelin: The Biography', which reflects on the band's artistic journey and delves into the good, the bad and the ugly of being the most popular rock band of their generation. Bob then shares the process behind writing his books, with a key goal to separate myth from fact, whilst bringing his expertise in the music business to each project. Next, Sara Just, senior executive producer of PBS NewsHour Productions and a senior vice president at WETA, talks with Anthony about having editorial independence at PBS and how this allows them to cover the stories that matter. Sara shares her predictions for what will shape the 2024 presidential agenda from a news media perspective – touching on issues with misinformation and maintaining credibility and trust.Finally, Todd M. Goldberg is co-founder and co-CEO of Crush Capital and Going Public–the only show where viewers can invest in companies as they watch. He joins Anthony to discuss how they are working to democratize private capital markets and make investing more accessible. Todd then reveals the behind-the-scenes plans for season two and how the show has helped empower the featured companies.Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BobSpitzNYC https://twitter.com/sarajust https://twitter.com/goingpublic Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Christian Angermayer, entrepreneur and founder of the Apeiron Investment Group, for our Crypto Bahamas special edition! They start by discussing Christian's eureka moment in crypto, as he recalls his first bitcoin investment following a trip on psychedelic mushrooms. Christian then shares what initially piqued his interest in the psychedelic movement, with an ongoing focus on trying to make other people happy. He delves into how manifestation and seeing everything as an opportunity help him stay in a positive mindset.Finally, they discuss Christian's work at Rejuveron, a company which aims to cure aging, giving humans the opportunity to live longer and healthier lives, with the underlying message to enjoy every moment and be optimistic!Follow our guest on Twitter:https://twitter.com/c_angermayer Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Nina Jankowicz bestselling author and internationally-recognized expert on disinformation and democratization. Together they discuss Nina's brand-new book, How to Be a Woman Online: Surviving Abuse and Harassment, and How to Fight Back, which provides concise steps women can take to protect themselves in online spaces. Nina then moves on to share her assessment of the current situation in Russia, and their use of social media.  Next, Christopher Blattman, economist and professor of Global Conflict Studies at the University of Chicago talks with Anthony about his book Why We Fight: The Roots of War and the Paths to Peace, which lays out a framework to explain the root causes and remedies for war, showing that violence is not the norm and how the escalation can be interrupted. Christopher applies these factors to the recent war in Ukraine, the polarization in the United States, the Medellín cartel and more. Finally, Alexander Lipton, author and a global head of Quantitative Research & Development at the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, joins Anthony to discuss what initially sparked his interest in Blockchain. They unpack Alexander's new textbook with co-author Adrien Treccani, Blockchain and Distributed Ledgers: Mathematics, Technology and Economics, discussing all things distributed ledger technology (DLT), and its potential impact on society at large.Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wiczipedia https://twitter.com/cblatts Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by venture capital pioneer, Alan Patricof, to discuss his new book No Red Lights: Reflections on Life, 50 Years in Venture Capital, and Never Driving Alone. The book offers a behind-the-scenes look at the past fifty years of the industry, detailing Alan's legendary life and career, from growing up on the Upper West Side in Manhattan to buying stock in Apple when its market valuation was only $60 million, and founding New York Magazine.Next, Philip Palumbo, founder, CEO and chief investment officer of Palumbo Wealth Management talks with Anthony about making the leap from being a financial advisor to starting his own company, and why people have to take the jump and “believe in themselves.” They then move on to discuss the impact of the war in Ukraine, Russian sanctions and high inflation on the markets, and why there's a time and place to look sharp! Finally, Anthony speaks with Robin Wigglesworth, editor of FT Alphaville, about his new book Trillions: How a Band of Wall Street Renegades Invented the Index Fund and Changed Finance Forever. Robin discusses the past, present and future of index funds and the impact passive investing has had on markets around the world. He then offers his view on cryptocurrencies and predicts some of the long-term financial effects of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alanjpatricof https://twitter.com/PGPalumbo https://twitter.com/RobinWigg Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Congressman Ro Khanna, representative for California's 17th District, the heart of Silicon Valley and home to some of the world's largest technology giants. Together, they discuss what significant tech legislation would look like; explain why the Internet Bill of Rights is so crucial; and explore how we can begin to lessen some of the bitterness within the country. They then delve into Ro's latest book, Dignity in a Digital Age: Making Tech Work for All of Us, in which he makes a case for distributing tech jobs — and thus tech wealth across America. Next, Julia Davis, Russian media analyst and columnist for The Daily Beast, talks with Anthony about how pro-Russia propaganda has intensified since the start of the war in Ukraine; Julia shares her assessment of what's happening on the ground in Russia; and whether cracks are forming. They then discuss the impact of Arnold Schwarzenegger's recent video message and question how much Trump has helped Putin, as Russian propaganda has “served up a beneficial deck of cards for Trump.”  Finally, Anthony speaks with Andrew Roberts, British historian, award-winning author, journalist and broadcaster, about his recent book The Last King of America: The Misunderstood Reign of George III. The book paints a nuanced and detailed portrait of the man who created the conditions for America's independence and explains why he has been unfairly represented. The conversation then switches to Andrew's previous book, Leadership in War, and what lessons we can learn from those who made history.  Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoKhanna https://twitter.com/JuliaDavisNews https://twitter.com/aroberts_andrew Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Asha Rangappa, former FBI Special Agent and legal & national security analyst for CNN. Together, they discuss the Ukraine war and the impact this tragedy could have on our own security; question whether Russia could become a vassal state of China; and predict when Putin's inner circle may turn on him. Asha then switches to discuss Judge Jackson's confirmation and whether politics could ever go back to civility. Next, Paul Perrone, founder, and chief executive of Perrone Robotics, recalls creating the world's first general-purpose robotics operating system for autonomous vehicles in 2006. Paul takes us through the technology behind autonomous vehicles; addresses some of the distrust people may have with autonomous vehicles, including whether they could ever be hacked; and predicts when we may see mass adoption of vehicular automation. Finally, Anthony speaks with Dr. Brian Klassen, clinical director of The Road Home Program, an organization with the mission of helping veterans, service members, and their families address the invisible wounds of war and military service. They are also joined by Jeanne Polydoris, a member of the program's Leadership Committee, to discuss how they go about helping veterans with all barriers removed, and what more can we all be doing to raise awareness and provide support.

In this episode, Anthony is joined by writer, crypto journalist, and podcaster Laura Shin to discuss her new book, The Cryptopians, which takes readers inside the founding journey of Ethereum. Together, they discuss Laura's crypto eureka moment back in May of 2015; assess how the book is somewhat a coming-of-age story for Vitalik Buterin; investigate the DAO hack of 2016; and explore each of the Ethereum co-founders, and how these larger-than-life personalities came together. Next, Christopher Leonard, New York Times bestselling author and business journalist, talks with Anthony about his new book, The Lords Of Easy Money, which infiltrates one of America's most mysterious institutions —the Federal Reserve. Chris takes us through the role and history of the Fed, and how its policies over the past ten years have accelerated income inequality and put the United States' economic stability at risk.Finally, Anthony speaks with Sean Ford, chief operating officer at Algorand. Algorand seeks to build on similar projects like Ethereum by improving scalability, security, and reducing the amount of time it takes for transactions on the network to be considered “final.” In their conversation, Sean and Anthony start by recalling Sean's career journey to date, then go on to talk about all things ALGO, from its creation by MIT professor Silvio Micali to why it will change the crypto space, and much more…  Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/laurashin https://twitter.com/CLeonardNews https://twitter.com/wsford Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by the co-authors of The Awareness Code, trained psychotherapist Wayno Linton, who is founder and master practitioner of the Awareness Code Global Training Centre, and Steve Tappin, founder and CEO of Xinfu. Together, they discuss their new book The Awareness Code: The Secrets to Emotional Empowerment for Incredible Leadership, which is a ​​ground-breaking blueprint on how to revolutionize leadership skills by increasing personal awareness. Wayno and Steve take us through the journey of creating the code, discussing how their different life paths brought them together to collaborate. They explain why this book is the “periodic table for humanity,” outlining how the code's ten levels are designed to open up a readers' many layers. Lastly, they share why, although we often still default to images of stoicism or the “stiff upper lip,” that “emotional empowerment” is the real key to successful leadership.Find out more: Beyond Incredible & Awareness Code AppFollow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/SteveTappin https://twitter.com/XinfuCEOs Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO and National Director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). They discuss his recent book It Could Happen Here which sounds an alarm about how antisemitism and hate-related violence is intensifying in the US; it draws upon ADL's extensive research on, and experience with methods of combatting hate; and discusses why we must promote a “counsel culture” rather than a “cancel culture.”Next up, Dr Mark Epstein, bestselling author and psychotherapist, talks with Anthony about his work at the interface of Buddhism and psychotherapy, and how the two practices become all the more powerful when joined together; they explore the role of the ego and how it restricts us, and delve into his new book, The Zen of Therapy.Back in October 2021, Anthony sat down with Dr Fiona Hill, former senior director for European and Russian affairs on the National Security Council. Together they discuss how much influence Russia has in Western politics; recall Putin's interference in the 2016 election, and how he frequently “pushed Trump's buttons”; and examine whether Russia can ever be brought into the family of nations.Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JGreenblattADL https://twitter.com/Mepstein108 Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Harlan Ullman, strategist, advisor to heads of government and industry, columnist, and author. Together, they discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, whether Putin can outlast the sanctions and Ukraine's resistance, the concept of “shock and awe,” and Harlan's recent book, The Fifth Horseman and the New MAD.Additionally, Merryn Somerset Webb, editor-in-chief of Moneyweek and Financial Times columnist and contributing editor talks with Anthony about her new book, Share Power, which delves deeply into the world of corporate capitalism to show us where it all went wrong, and how we have the power to fix it.  Finally, Kevin Simpson, founder and Chief Investment Officer of Capital Wealth Planning joins Anthony to talk all things financial markets, investment strategies, life lessons—and his new book, Walk Toward Wealth. Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/harlankullman https://twitter.com/MerrynSW https://twitter.com/coveredcalls Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Ariaa Jaeger, spiritual life strategist, bestselling author and renowned intuitive, to discuss her decision to devote her life to help people accomplish a higher way of thinking, why we must always promote love and kindness – and her new book ‘The Soul's Way - The Journey of Reincarnation.Chris Spencer, founder and chief executive of Blu Chip Analytics talks with Anthony about his ten-year NFL career; his passion to support athletes who become financially unstable having once been at the top of their game; and answers the all-important question: Is Tom Brady coming back?Finally, Michael Ornstein, actor, writer and artist shares where his passion for the Arts began; recalls immersing himself in motorcycle club culture during his time playing Chucky on the hit series Sons of Anarchy - and how we can all find our creative side. Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AriaaJaeger https://twitter.com/swimdeep Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

Mike Hayes, former commanding officer of SEAL Team TWO, joins Anthony to discuss his twenty years in the U.S Navy; his recent book ‘Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life,' and why we must “elevate the call for service.”Michael Mann, distinguished professor, scientist and author talks with Anthony about his recent book ‘The New Climate War' which shows how fossil fuel companies have waged a thirty-year campaign to deflect blame and responsibility for climate change—and why we need to show we're “back and ready to tackle this crisis.”Finally, Vicky Ward, New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist gives her take on Prince Andrew's recent settlement; recalls her experience with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell—and describes what can happen at the intersection of power, money and culture. Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisismikehayes  https://twitter.com/MichaelEMann https://twitter.com/VickyPJWard Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Darren Marble, chief executive of Issuance and executive producer of Going Public. Going Public is a new streaming series that aims to “democratize private capital markets,” allowing viewers to click-to-invest in the featured companies, while they watch.  Salil Mehta is a bestselling author, chief risk & analytics consultant and former professor at Columbia University. Today, he talks with Anthony about his most recent book, Colors and Numbers, which gives a new angle on connecting analysis with real-world topics. They also discuss why developing mathematical literacy is crucial in today's society. Finally comedian Josh Rosen joins Anthony to talk through learning and developing the skill of being an impressionist, working alongside Matthew McConaughey—and even gives us his best Mooch impression!  Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/darrenmarble https://twitter.com/salilstatistics https://twitter.com/Trumpimpression Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Gregory Zuckerman, bestselling author and special writer at The Wall Street Journal to discuss his new book ‘A Shot to Save the World: The Inside Story of the Life-or-Death Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine' which accounts the business and scientific rivalries behind the successful coronavirus vaccines, and tells the story of the unsung heroes. Dr. Margaret Heffernan, prolific author, chief executive and entrepreneur talks with Anthony about why we must have a “more robust attitude” to the future and our role in making it, a topic which she explores in her recent book “Uncharted: How to Map the Future.” Finally, Dana Lewis, award-winning reporter and veteran world affairs correspondent joins Anthony to give his take on the current Russia-Ukraine tensions, and why NATO and the West need to call Putin's bluff as he continues to become more isolated. Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GZuckerman https://twitter.com/M_Heffernan https://twitter.com/Danaslewis Subscribe on YouTube:  //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by international bestselling author Ken Follett, for a discussion on his most recent contemporary novel ‘Never' described by The Washington Post as a “cautionary tale of global catastrophe;” shares what inspires him in the creative process; and reveals his favorite protagonist out of the 36 books he has written.  Meg Tirrell, senior health and science reporter for CNBC talks with Anthony about the power of modern medicine; what developments she's most excited by at the moment;  and gives us the latest on Covid-19 and vaccines in the United States. Finally, Peter Smith, co-founder and chief executive of blockchain.com joins Anthony to recall the company's founding journey; their mission and vision of playing the “long game;” and gives his thoughts on US regulation of cryptocurrencies, and what this means for the future. Follow our guests on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KMFolletthttps://twitter.com/megtirrell https://twitter.com/OneMorePeter Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Carl Bernstein, pioneer in investigative reporting, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and author. Together they discuss his new bestselling memoir ‘Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom' which recalls the origins of his storied journalistic career as a teenage reporter for The Washington Star, covering historic events including the election and inauguration of JFK, his assasination, and the struggles of the civil rights movement. Carl also discusses breaking the Watergate scandal with Bob Woodward 50 years ago. Finally, Carl tells us his thoughts on the state of journalism in the wake of the Trump administration and in the throes of social media and the 24-hour news cycle, and gives his take on the role journalism plays in American democracy today. Follow our guest on Twitter:https://twitter.com/carlbernstein Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3HidGjy Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this special episode, Anthony is joined by Mohamed Jouan Al-Dhaheri, executive chairman, CEO & co-founder of RainMKRS Capital, and founder & CEO of The Monarch Group; and John D'Agostino, senior advisor for strategy at Coinbase, lecturer at Columbia University & MIT, and shareholder and advisor at RainMKRS Capital - for a conversation on innovation in the United Arab Emirates. Together they discuss the growth of the UAE as it celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, explore its vision to become the “central hub;” and share why the region's culture of embracing technology makes it a valuable testing ground for small to mid-scale blockchain applications. 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Stephan Livera, bitcoin educator, podcaster and managing director of Swan Bitcoin International to discuss the foundations of libertarianism, the growth of the state and how bitcoin works to keep it in check. Kristi Ross, co-chief executive and president of the tastytrade financial network talks with Anthony about co-founding two-billion-dollar enterprises thinkorswim and tastytrade, navigating the M&A space - and gives her advice for females on Wall Street. Finally, Corey DeAngelis, national director of research at the American Federation for Children joins Anthony for conversation on the public school system in the United States and why the funding should “follow the child instead of the building.” Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/stephanlivera https://twitter.com/KristiRossX https://twitter.com/DeAngelisCorey Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Professor Sir David Omand, former director of GCHQ and permanent secretary of the UK's Home Office to recall the pressure of making crucial decisions including giving the order to “ready the fleet” after warning Margaret Thatcher that Argentina was about to invade the Falkland Islands, and his ringside seat whilst Tony Blair dealt with 9/11 and the invasion of Iraq. They also delve into Sir David's recent book, ‘How Spies Think: 10 Lessons in Intelligence' which outlines the methodology used by the British intelligence agencies to reach judgements, establish the right level of confidence and act decisively.Ali Rogin, award-winning journalist and foreign affairs producer at PBS NewsHour joins Anthony to assess the Biden administration's foreign policy decisions, revisit the events of January 6 a year later - and discuss her book ‘Beat Breast Cancer Like A Boss: 30 Powerful Stories' which draws on first-hand interviews of women including Sheryl Crow, Athena Jones, Edie Falco and Heidi Heitkamp to inspire anyone confronting a cancer diagnosis, along with their loved ones.Finally, Alex Lieberman, co-founder and executive chairman of Morning Brew talks with Anthony about the companies' journey from a newsletter founded in 2015, to selling a majority stake for a reported $75 million in 2020. They then move on to discuss the psychology of money, imposter syndrome and the long game of creating an audience.Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AliRogin https://twitter.com/businessbarista Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this special episode, Anthony is joined by musician, performer, producer, activist, educator and legendary member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Stevie Van Zandt. Together they discuss his new bestselling book ‘Unrequited Infatuations: A Memoir,' which reveals all about his journey into Rock and Roll and how it has the power to “change the world for the better;” shares his decision to step away from E Street to embark on his own odyssey and move into political activism; and reflects on playing Silvio Dante, Tony Soprano's right-hand man. Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/StevieVanZandt Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Andrew Roberts, British historian, bestselling author, journalist and broadcaster to discuss his latest book ‘The Last King of America: The Misunderstood Reign of George III,' which argues that George III's almost 60-year rule is often wrongly understood as, “the mad King who lost America.” They then move on to discuss his previous bestseller ‘Churchill: Walking with Destiny,' which is noted as “the best single-volume life of Churchill ever written.”Mary Ellen Klas, Capitol bureau chief for the Miami Herald joins Anthony to give us the latest from The Magic City. She reflects on her time covering the careers of seven governors, and the political dynamics that came to play in arguably, one of the most diverse but economically-divided states.Finally, Ross Sklar, chief executive of the Starco Group and Starco Brands talks with Anthony about the recent launch of Whipshots, the vodka-infused whipped cream with his partner Cardi B, giving the inside scoop of what's to come for the brand, and why his mission is to only create “behavior-changing technology.”

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Dr. Saifedean Ammous, economist, author and educator to discuss his bestselling book ‘The Bitcoin Standard' - which analyzes the historical context to the rise of Bitcoin, the economic properties that have allowed it to grow quickly, and its likely implications. They then move on to its sequel ‘The Fiat Standard,' examining the current monetary system, and how bitcoin and fiat can coexist. Jay Gould, technology entrepreneur, investor, and podcaster joins Anthony to look back on his journey and lessons learned from his early days in business to selling local video demand side platform ‘Yashi' for $33 million in 2015, and what to look out for when investing.Finally, Harlan Ullman, strategist, advisor to heads of government and industry, columnist & author talks with Anthony about the United States' military footprint and whether it's well spent, why you must “know the enemy,” and his new book ‘The Fifth Horseman and the New MAD,' which delves into why ‘Massive Attacks of Disruption' are the most immediate danger to the nation. Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/saifedean https://twitter.com/jaygould https://twitter.com/harlankullman Subscribe on YouTube: //bit.ly/3ICdZXx Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Governor Chris Christie, 55th Governor of New Jersey, political commentator, former federal prosecutor and author. Together, they discuss his new book ‘Republican Rescue: Saving the Party from Truth Deniers, Conspiracy Theorists, and the Dangerous Policies of Joe Biden,' where we get  his unfiltered take on the Biden agenda,  how to save the future of the GOP, and analyse some of the party's main characters. Bobby Valentine, legendary major league baseball player and manager joins Anthony to look back through his forty-year career playing for everyone from Los Angeles Dodgers to the New York Mets, before becoming a manager at just 35, and he shares some of the most iconic stories from his new book, ‘Valentine's Way: My Adventurous Life and Times.'Finally, Ellen Hopkins, multiple New York Times bestselling author, poet and speaker talks with Anthony about her passion for writing books for the younger generation, and why books are a safe space to explore the more difficult issues such as addiction and depression. Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/GovChristie https://twitter.com/BobbyValentine https://twitter.com/EllenHopkinsLit Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Nicole Perlroth, bestselling author and award-winning cybersecurity journalist for the New York Times to discuss her book, “This Is How They Tell Me The World Ends” about the global cyber arms race, and why everyone needs to “wake up and stop leaving our systems vulnerable.”Tom Sosnoff, founder and co-chief executive of tastytrade Financial Network, talks with Anthony about how he got into the world of Wall Street, what he's bullish on at the moment -  and securing the first ever interview with Vitalik Buterin. Finally, Adam Lowe, chief innovation officer at CompoSecure and creator of Arculus joins Anthony to explain the premise of Arculus, whether the simplicity of the product will impact the broader crypto adoption - and how they decide which currencies to support.Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/nicoleperlroth https://twitter.com/tastytrade https://twitter.com/thisisarculus Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by David L. Bahnsen, bestselling author, and founder and managing partner of The Bahnsen Group to discuss his latest book ‘There's No Free Lunch: 250 Economic Truths,' and explore why there is a rise in people turning away from the free market and more towards heavier control, and whether capitalism is becoming less attractive. Is it ever too early for Christmas? Nathalie Cox, actor, model and co-founder and creative director of CountryLine, talks with Anthony about her new Netflix hit ‘FatherChristmas is Back,' what it was like working with co-stars Kelsey Grammer, Elizabeth Hurley and John Cleese - and all things country music! Finally, Matthew Dowd, former political strategist and now Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Texas tells Anthony what made him decide to take the step and run for office, and how writing his new book ‘Revelations on the River: Healing a Nation, Healing Ourselves' informed his decision to do so. Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/DavidBahnsen https://twitter.com/NathalieCCox https://twitter.com/matthewjdowd Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Dr. Brian Klaas, author, associate professor in Global Politics at University College London and columnist for the Washington Post. Together they discuss Brian's new book ‘Corruptible: Who Gets Power and How it Changes Us,' which challenges the basic assumptions of rising to power, what might happen when you get there - and explains whether power corrupts, or corrupt people are drawn to power. Next, Ann Berry, financial analyst and chief investment officer at Wheelhouse Group joins Anthony to give us insight into the current financial markets, explore whether DeFi is the arena where the most exciting innovation is happening - and talk all things women in finance! Finally, Jacob Helberg, author, senior adviser at the Stanford University Center and adjunct fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies talks with Anthony about his book ‘The Wires of War: Technology and the Global Struggle for Power,' which looks at the global cyberwar brewing between Western democracies and the autocracies of China and Russia - and discuss whether the mainland Chinese government will attack Taiwan. Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/brianklaas https://twitter.com/AnnBerry_NYC https://twitter.com/jacobhelberg Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-chairman of The Carlyle Group to discuss his new bestselling book ‘The American Experiment: Dialogues on a Dream,' which explores the inspiring story of America as a grand experiment in democracy, culture, innovation, and ideas - and tells us why great leaders must “persist.”Next, Lyn Alden, investor, financial analyst and founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy, joins Anthony to give her take on the US economy, what the Fed needs to do - and the fraying of the US global currency reserve system.Finally, Brad Berkwitt, journalist, broadcaster and chief executive of Ringside Report talks with Anthony about the recent elections, and gives his predictions for this weekend's Canelo-Plant fight. 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Ankit Panda, award-winning writer and international security expert to review the growing tensions between Taiwan and China - and to discuss his book, ‘Kim Jong Un and the Bomb: Survival and Deterrence in North Korea,' which explores the history of North Korea's nuclear weapon development, its present power, and what this means for the U.S, South Korea and the world.Next, Carla Marinucci, senior writer for POLITICO's California Playbook joins Anthony to give us the latest from California - and why Washington-based media don't quite “get” the Golden State. Finally, Dave Spencer, founder of Practically Political, talks with Anthony about why it's crucial we invite conversation and respect differences of opinion if we're to put “policy before partisanship,' and delves into the current reinvention of the GOP. Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/nktpnd https://twitter.com/cmarinucci https://twitter.com/pracpoli Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com 

In this episode, Anthony is joined by Richard Bernabe, renowned photographer, author, educator, and speaker. They discuss his work as an advocate for endangered species and wildlife conservation, why it's crucial we bring attention to these issues, and ask the million dollar question: can we be more photogenic?Next, Carla Buzasi, chief executive of the trend forecasting company WGSN and former founding Editor-in-Chief at Huffington Post UK joins Anthony to explain how we can better position ourselves to spot future trends, and how she took Huffington Post UK from a static mockup to a major brand. Finally, Alvin Hall, a best-selling author, financial educator and broadcaster, talks with Anthony about whether America is getting better at talking about the prejudices and racism of its past, and takes us back to securing the BBC's first interview with Jay-Z.Follow our guests on Twitter:https://twitter.com/bernabephoto https://twitter.com/CarlaBuzasi https://twitter.com/alvin_d_hall Follow us:https://twitter.com/moochfm  https://twitter.com/scaramucci  Sign up for our newsletter at:www.mooch.fm Created & produced by Podcast Partners:www.podcastpartners.com