Podcasts about executive chairman

What does it look like when a cybersecurity founder who built a $2.5 billion company decides to level up, again? Dean Sysman, co-founder of Axonius, sits down with Ron Eddings to pull back the curtain on what it really took to go from zero to $100M ARR in four and a half years, and what came next. Dean breaks down the founder mindset, the emotional weight of tying your identity to your company, and why he stepped into the Executive Chairman role while simultaneously pursuing a PhD in AI systems at Columbia University. He gets into how boxing taught him what solo performance reveals about leadership, why vulnerability is a non-negotiable skill at scale, and what it means to care about something bigger than yourself. This one hits differently if you're building, leading, or figuring out what your next chapter looks like. Impactful Moments 00:00 – Introduction 05:00 – Boxing for charity: raising $55K 08:00 – Competitive by nature, born to build 10:00 – Solo performance sharpens team leadership 13:00 – Axonius: zero to $100M ARR in 4.5 years 15:00 – Founder identity tied to company success 21:00 – Purpose bigger than yourself fuels resilience 25:00 – Self-awareness as the #1 growth tool 28:00 – Executive Chairman + Columbia PhD pursuit 33:00 – Ron's personal reflection on founder identity Links Connect with our guest, Dean Sysman, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deansysman/ Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/

Welcome to the latest episode of Lunch with Shelley with our terrific guest Sir Martin Sorrell.  Sir Martin is the Founder and Executive Chairman of S4 Capital PLC, a new age, purely digital advertising, and marketing services business, for global, multinational, and millennial-driven influencer brands.Sir Martin was also the Founder and CEO of WPP for 33 years, building it into the world's largest advertising and marketing services company, with a market capitalization of over ?16 billion when he left. Among his many accomplishments and accolades, he has been an ambassador for British business by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, he was knighted in the 2000 New Year Honours, he was awarded Harvard Business School's highest honor, the Alumni Achievement Award, as well as being ranked the second-best CEO in the world by the Harvard Business review twice.  He has also been nominated as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people, twice as well!We're having a chic late lunch at the fabulous Caf? Milano, so join us for Part 1 of our first-ever two-part chat as we talk about Sir Martin's early years, his parents, his education, his incredible career, and the many steps he took to accomplish all that he has, so far!Check us out at www.lunchwithshelley.com or wherever you get your favorite podcast and, in the meantime, Peace, Love and Lunch!

This interview is disseminated on behalf of NioCorp Developments. As a U.S.-focused critical minerals exploration company, NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ: NB) is advancing its Elk Creek Project in Nebraska, which is expected to produce niobium, scandium, titanium, and magnetic rare earth elements, including neodymium, praseodymium, terbium, and dysprosium.Executive Chairman, President and CEO Mark Smith discusses how Elk Creek is positioned to strengthen domestic supply chains for minerals essential to defense, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and emerging technologies. He also explains how the project's polymetallic carbonatite resource could enable the production of six different minerals from a single ore source.Learn more: https://www.niocorp.comWatch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/2BcKyXBcAvkAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/GlobalOneMedia 

S5:E219 David interviews Scott Pancoast, the Executive Chairman at Atticus Pharma, a spinout from Zylo Pharma where Scott is CEO. Atticus has 2 drug candidates from their Immunodermatology Platform and Scott updates listeners on the most recent developments at Atticus as they approach a liquidity event in the next few years. (recorded 2.18.26)Follow David on X at https://x.com/DGRollingSouth Connect On LinkedIn with David at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgrisell/ Follow Paul on X at https://x.com/PalmettoAngel Connect On LinkedIn with Paul at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulclarkprivateequity/ We invite your feedback and suggestions at www.ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com.

Yascha Mounk and Klaus Schwab discuss truth, trust, and accountability—until he abruptly ended the interview. In January, I received an email from Klaus Schwab about a new book he had just published, called Restoring Truth and Trust. It was, he told me, “part of my broader series aimed at helping a global audience understand and respond to the profound changes shaping our societies, economies, and institutions.” I decided to invite Schwab onto my podcast. In his role at Davos, he had helped to shape, or at least to midwife, the global order which is now suffering an unprecedented crisis. Given the themes of his book, he seemed open to a genuinely searching conversation about which elements of this order were worth preserving, which others in need of jettisoning—and what responsibility the elites he knew so well might have for our current travails. I was greatly looking forward to the conversation, and approached it the way I do most of my podcasts: I was determined both to give Schwab an opportunity to present his ideas in the most compelling possible way, and to interrogate them critically. A few questions in, it became clear that the conversation was not going well. Whenever I mildly pushed back at some point he was making, Schwab looked visibly annoyed. After about twenty minutes, he suddenly broke off the conversation, saying that he had a migraine. After giving Schwab time to recover, a member of his team stepped in and requested that we reschedule the conversation, which we were happy to do in the circumstances. Naturally, we gave Schwab's team many opportunities to resume the conversation. We offered numerous options for when we could record the rest of the conversation, and invited them to suggest a time that would work for him. But after a few back-and-forth exchanges, it became clear that his team had no real interest in doing so. Eventually, they openly admitted as much, writing that “Professor Schwab has decided that he does not wish to continue with the podcast.” They also asked us multiple times not to release the part of the conversation we did record. Some podcasters consider it a kind of trophy when a public figure like Schwab walks out of an interview because he does not like the line of questioning. I don't. The point of my podcast is to facilitate genuine conversations across ideological differences. In the 437 episodes I have recorded so far, I have sometimes experienced moments of genuine tension, and perhaps occasional flashes of hostility; but not a single guest has ever walked out of a previous recording. Given the nature of my questions, I must admit to being even more bewildered by this turn of events. Schwab has for decades been in one of the most influential positions in the international firmament of power and influence. None of the questions I asked were posed in the spirit of a gotcha question. Are some of the most powerful people in the world really that allergic to basic intellectual scrutiny? But don't take my word for it. Instead, listen for yourself. —Yascha Klaus Schwab is the founder and former Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum. His latest book is Restoring Truth and Trust. In this week's conversation, Yascha Mounk and Klaus Schwab discuss whether the principles underlying global cooperation can survive today's political upheaval, how democratic institutions can respond to rising populist movements without appearing tone-deaf to voters' legitimate grievances, and what stakeholder capitalism means in practical terms for corporate decision-making. If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone. Email: leonora.barclay@persuasion.community Podcast production by Mickey Freeland and Leonora Barclay. Connect with us! Spotify | Apple | Google X: @Yascha_Mounk & @JoinPersuasion YouTube: Yascha Mounk, Persuasion LinkedIn: Persuasion Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments' founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on topics like tariffs' economic impact, the probability of a recession in 2026, being a “perma-bull,” and comparisons between AI stocks and the dot-com bubble.. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 01/12/2026. Visit our episode page, where you'll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

S5:E218 David delivers The Weekly Update in Venture and previews the upcoming  interview with Scott Pancoast, Executive Chairman of Atticus Pharma. He outlines Atticus's plan to disrupt Immunodermatology with 2 innovative drug formulations using a drug platform model to spin out IP protected drugs while continuing to grow the platform model. (recorded 3.8.26)Follow David on X at https://x.com/DGRollingSouth Connect On LinkedIn with David at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgrisell/ Follow Paul on X at https://x.com/PalmettoAngel Connect On LinkedIn with Paul at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulclarkprivateequity/ We invite your feedback and suggestions at www.ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com.

DAMIONBroadcom CEO Pay Soars to $205.3 Million After AI-Fueled Rally. WHO DO YOU BLAME?The workers: “The median of the annual total compensation of all our employees is $378,281. Therefore, the Ratio calculated in accordance with Item 402(u) of Regulation S-K is 543 to 1.”Board chair Henry Samueli: completely non-independent.Owns $27B of Broadcom stockDirector Since: 2016. Chairman of the Board since 2018. served as Chief Technical Officer (2016-2018)co-founded Broadcom Corporation in 1991 and held several executive leadership positions at Broadcom Corporation until its acquisition by Broadcom Inc.Compensation Committee chair Harry L. You337,162,605 against votes at 2025 AGMThe other 8 directors combined: 252,626,537Annoyingly preoccupied:Current RolesChairman: Rain Enhancement Technologies Holdco, Inc.Executive Chairman: Berto Acquisition Corp. (2025 – Present)Interim CEO: dMY Squared Technology Group, Inc. (2025 – Present)CFO: dMY Squared Technology Group, Inc. (2022 – Present)Chairman: dMY Squared Technology Group, Inc.Past Roles (Operating Companies)Vice Chairman: GTY Technology (2019 – 2022)Director: IonQ, Inc. (2021 – 2025)Director: Coupang, Inc. (2021 – 2023)Director: Genius Sports Limited (2021 – 2022)Director: Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (2019 – 2022)Director: Korn/Ferry International (2005 – 2016)Past Roles (SPACs)Co-CEO: dMY Squared Technology Group, Inc. (2022 – 2023)Director: Coliseum Acquisition Corp. (2023 – 2024)Director: dMY Technology Group, Inc. VI (2021 – 2023)Director: dMY Technology Group, Inc. II (2020 – 2021)Director: dMY Technology Group, Inc. IV (2020 – 2021)CEO Hock E. TanMcDonald's CEO awkwardly samples his company's new burger in viral videoThe disgusting food at McDonald'sHyper-Salinity: Contains up to 75% of daily sodium in one meal, causing immediate "salt bloat" and dehydration.Low Moisture: High salt and thin patties "mummify" the meat, preventing natural decay and creating a "plastic" texture.Dough Conditioners: Buns use enzymes and monoglycerides to stay unnaturally soft and shelf-stable for weeks.Insulin Spikes: Added sugars (dextrose/HFCS) in the buns trigger rapid blood sugar crashes and lethargy.Industrial Additives: Use of sodium citrate (for plastic-like cheese melt) and antifoaming agents (in frying oils).Flash-Freezing: Destroys meat cell structures, resulting in a gray, rubbery texture rather than a juicy sear.The McDonald's attack on societyThe "Bliss Point": Engineered ratios of salt/sugar/fat that override the brain's "full" signal, feeling predatory rather than nourishing.The Uncanny Valley: Extreme consistency makes the food feel "fake" or "soulless" compared to artisanal, imperfect meals.Industrial Stigma: Global face of factory farming, mass land use, and high methane emissions.Disposable Culture: The lack of dining ritual (eating fast in a car/bag) leads to a psychological "guilt" or "grossness" post-consumption.Commodity Perception: Ultra-low pricing subconsciously signals "low quality" or "trash" ingredients to the brain.The controversial stain of CEO Chris Kempczinski"Failed Parents" Texts (2021): Leaked texts to Chicago's Mayor blaming the parents of Jaslyn Adams (7) and Adam Toledo (13) for their shooting deaths, stating they "failed those kids."The "Numbers Don't Matter" Remark: Reportedly told Black executives "numbers don't matter" when confronted with the decline of Black leadership from 42 to 7 executives.$10B Byron Allen Settlement (2025): Settled a massive racial stereotyping lawsuit regarding the company's refusal to contract with Black-owned media.VP "Purge" Allegations: Lawsuits from high-ranking female executives alleging a "war against the African American community" via demotions and ad-spend cuts.Peaster Retaliation Case: Allegations that Kempczinski "shunned" his Head of Security for challenging his "racist" texts during a company town hall.The "Franchisee Gap": Confirmed a $400,000 annual cash-flow deficit between Black-owned and White-owned franchises.Enforcement Loophole: Revealed that "Global Brand Standards" are largely unenforceable suggestions for the 95% of restaurants owned by franchisees.DEI Backsliding: Criticized for quietly removing DEI goals from executive bonus structures shortly after the audit concluded."Tough Love" Comments (2026): Blasted for "corporate gaslighting" after telling workers "nobody cares about your career as much as you do.""Broke Customer" Blame: Attributed declining sales to "low-income/broke" consumers while simultaneously defending aggressive menu price hikes.Predatory Pricing Tactics: Leaked internal documents showed teams targeting "budget-constrained" families with high-margin "add-on" items.Extreme Pay Inequality: Scrutiny over an $18–$20M compensation package, creating a 1,200:1 pay ratio compared to median workers.Franchisee Revolts: Intense friction over $70M in new tech fees and the 2025 cut of $100M in subsidies for worker tuition and Happy Meals.Cultural Legacy: Ongoing criticism for failing to dismantle the "boys' club" atmosphere inherited from predecessor Steve Easterbrook.Lead Independent Director Miles D. WhiteDirector since 2009.What was really behind Jack Dorsey laying off nearly half of Block's staff? CEO cited AI advances in cutting 4,000 workers, but a weak crypto market and declining stock price may also be at play. WHO DO YOU BLAME?Co-founder and CEO and Chair Jack Dorsey: 46% influence/41% voting powerIt is also the Board's duty to oversee senior management in the competent and ethical operation of the Company … ensure that the Company is committed to business excellence, ethical and honest conduct, and the highest levels of integrity.”Gender Diversity: The benchmark we reference for gender diversity is 50% representation for women.Board is 30% with 5% influenceLeadership is 27%Co-founder and director James McKelvey: 35% influence/10% voting powerThe Classified board structureThe Class B shares worth 10 votes (co-founders control 99.6% of these shares, Dorsey with 80%)Would have lost management vote on 2025 Equity Incentive Plan769,264,245:171,645,010… 171,343,335:171,645,010Jay-ZGEO Group leadership transitionOn February 6, 2026, J. David Donahue, the Company's Chief Executive Officer, provided notice to The GEO Group, Inc. (“GEO” or the “Company”) of his retirement effective February 28, 2026 (the “Separation Date”).(i) $104,167 per month commencing on March 1, 2026 and continuing through February 28, 2028 in accordance with the terms of the Consultant Agreement(ii) health insurance premiums for himself and any covered dependents for up to twenty-four (24) months(iii) the outstanding unvested stock options and restricted stock previously granted to Mr. Donahue will continue to vestOn February 9, 2026, George C. Zoley, GEO's founder and Executive Chairman, was appointed Chief Executive Officer effective March 1, 2026$1.2M/200%/300%Days after Trump's 2024 reelection—which private prison companies funded to the tune of over $1 million—Zoley hailed the “unprecedented opportunity” of the incoming administration's mass deportation campaign.“The GEO Group was built for this unique moment in our company's [and] country's history, and the opportunity that it will bring,” he beamed.George C. Zoley founded GEO in 1984; was appointed Executive Chairman on July 1, 2021; served as CEO from the time the Company went public in 1994 through June 2021; served as Chairman since May 2002; served as Vice Chair from January 1997 to May 2002. Prior to 1994, he served as President and Director from the Company's incorporation in 1988Feb 2026: completed a US$92.45 million share buybackWHO DO YOU BLAME?The GEO Group Emperor: George C. Zoley 84% influence!founded GEO in 1984; Chair (2002-2021); Executive Chair (2021-present); CEO (1994-2021); Vice Chair (1997-2002). Prior to 1994, Director (1988-)3% stock ownerThe Trump bromance:Days after Trump's 2024 reelection—which private prison companies funded to the tune of over $1 million—Zoley hailed the “unprecedented opportunity” of the incoming administration's mass deportation campaign: “The GEO Group was built for this unique moment in our company's [and] country's history, and the opportunity that it will bring,” he beamed.Pam Bondi: The current Attorney General was a former lobbyist for The GEO GroupA GEO Group subsidiary, GEO Acquisition II Inc., donated $1 million to a pro-Trump Super PAC. Additionally, the company contributed $500,000 to the 2025 inaugural committee—double what it gave for the 2017 inaugurationThe economic opportunism of private prisons with ICE contracts2/13/26: Private prison company GEO Group on Thursday reported a company record of $254 million in profit last year—a roughly 700% increase over 2024—driven by asset sales and contracts with the Trump administration to build several new US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities across the US.The top 4 sleepy institutional investors (34%)Blackrock 13.8% Vanguard 9.5% Wolf Hill Capital Management 5.5% FMR 5.0%The CEO clown car after June 2021 meant to keep Zoley powerfulJose Gordo (1/1/21-12/31/23); was also directorBrian Evans (1/1/24-12/31/24); was not directorJ. David Donahue CEO (1/1/25-2/28/26); was not directorThe intentionally incompetent Compensation Committee in charge of succession planning2025 proxy: Jack Brewer (Chairman), Thomas C. Bartzokis, Scott Kernan, Terry MayotteBrewer is former NFL playerBartzokis is cardiologistKernan is Agency Secretary of the California Department of Corrections and RehabilitationMayotte has stepped down2024 proxy: Terry Mayotte (Chairman), Thomas C. Bartzokis, Scott Kernan, Andrew Shapiro2023 proxy: Terry Mayotte (Chairman), Anne N. Foreman, Andrew Shapiro2022 proxy: Richard H. Glanton (Chairman), Anne N. Foreman, Terry Mayotte2021 proxy: Richard H. Glanton (Chairman), Jose Gordo, Duane Helkowski, Guido Van HauwermeirenGEO Group's weird lack of transparency: maybe the only public website or investors website i've ever seen that does not list management or board membershttps://www.geogroup.com/about-us/management_team/Page not found :(Sam Altman Is Realizing He Made a Gigantic Mistake"Opportunistic and sloppy."OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is continuing his apology tour, conceding OpenAI "shouldn't have rushed" its Department of Defense deal.OpenAI CEO Sam Altman went into full damage control mode over the weekend. A day before the United States attacked Iran, the embattled CEO announced that the company had signed a new agreement with the Pentagon over how its AI models could be used — and the blowback is clearly impacting the company's bottom line, because Altman is sounding deeply defensive.Many users saw the military terms move as an attempt to swoop in and yank a multibillion-dollar government contract from the clutches of its rival, Anthropic. Last week, Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei refused to give in to the Department of Defense's demands, drawing a line in the sand and insisting that its AI models may not be used for autonomous killing machines or mass surveillance of Americans, a decision lauded by many users of its chatbot Claude.WHO DO YOU BLAME?Sam AltmanWAR WITH IRANA “business”-”man” (baby) running the country used to transaction approach to everything, including trading young girls with Epstein, leads the US into war with Iran for speculative and imaginary reasons - WHO DO YOU BLAME??Founder fetish (President/CEO!)Sycophantic boards (Congress!)Investors (Voters!)China! (China!)

In this special milestone episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort celebrates Episode 400 and nearly a decade of conversations with the leaders shaping public transportation around the world.To kick off the episode, Paul sits down with Mark Miller, President of Constellation Software and Executive Chairman of the Volaris Group. Mark reflects on the early days of the podcast, the thinking behind creating a platform for industry dialogue, and why connecting transit leaders across agencies and continents continues to matter.The episode also features a 10-year retrospective on the growth of Transit Unplugged, including a behind-the-scenes conversation with producer Chris O'Keeffe about the evolution of podcasting, the expansion into on-location recordings and video, and what it takes to reach the rare milestone of 400 episodes.Later in the episode, Executive Producer Julie Gates joins Paul for a listener mailbag segment, answering audience questions about favorite episodes, memorable travel moments, and transit systems that continue to inspire innovation.Over the past decade, Transit Unplugged has featured CEOs, agency leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across the globe—sharing ideas and best practices that help move the industry forward.As Paul reminds listeners in this episode, public transportation is about far more than vehicles and infrastructure. At its core, transit is about serving people and connecting communities.CreditsHost and Producer: Paul ComfortExecutive Producer: Julie GatesProducer: Chris O'KeeffeAssociate Producer: Cyndi RaskinTransit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo — passionate about moving the world's people.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Andrew Hsu, President, College of CharlestonIn this episode, President Series #448, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the ​ELIVE 2026​ Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, & the ​HigherEd PodCon​ II happening July 16 & 17YOUR cohost is Samyr Qureshi, Executive Chairman, KnackYOUR host is Elvin FreytesHow does a 256 year old public university grow from 11,000 to 32,000 applicants, launch doctoral programs, & achieve record enrollment by focusing on undergraduate education & student success in a city where Boeing, Volvo & the hospitality industry create the perfect real world lab?What happens when you spend an entire academic year developing a strategic plan with campus wide buy in, use it like a GPS to stay on course, & find your niche instead of trying to be everything to everyone?How does an AI integrated campus become the first in the country to close an AI developed donation, train faculty to incorporate AI into curriculum, & prepare students for future workforce needs through intentional AI as its 10 year Quality Enhancement Program?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Want to get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content to help support the show? Become an #EdUp Premium Member today!

Many parents and leaders are wondering if a college degree is still worth the high educational costs. With student debt reaching nearly $2 trillion and the AI impact changing the future of work, the traditional path to success is facing a major disruption. In this episode, Eric Gertler, Executive Chairman and CEO of US News and World Report, joins us to talk about the "broken compact" in higher education and how college rankings are changing as consumer trust falls. We explore how university leadership must move away from focusing on real estate growth and instead prioritize critical thinking, internships, and lifelong learning. We also cover the growing demand for high-paying trades like electrical work over four-year degrees and a story from Eric's time in government where a hospital leader identified the need for data analysts years before it became a trend. This episode helps CHROs build better talent strategies by showing how to find and train workers based on their actual skill development in a job market where actual skills matter more than a diploma. Watch on Youtube ---------- Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/ Quick heads-up: my new book, The 8 Laws of Employee Experience, is a practical playbook for building an environment where people do their best work—order a copy here: 8EXlaws.com  

Featuring Kris Maynard, Executive Chairman of Cathedral Holdings and Co-Founder of Essential Ingredients.   (Recorded 1/28/26)

"  I want people to walk away from any engagement they have with me saying that I'm not a bad bloke, that I was keen to listen, and that I wanted to help."   This is a special episode only available to our podcast subscribers, which we call The Mini Chief. These are short, sharp highlights from our fabulous guests, where you get a 5 to 10 minute snapshot from their full episode. This Mini Chief episode features Paul Nicolaou, the Executive Director of Business Sydney. His full episode is titled The 3Ps of building an insanely valuable network, daring to be different, and making people happy. You can find the full audio and show notes here:

Interview with William Sheriff, Executive Chairman of encore Energy Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/encore-energy-tsxveu-isr-leader-secures-115m-funding-and-tripling-production-rates-7869Recording date: 1st March 2026enCore Energy (TSXV: EU) is one of a small number of operating in-situ recovery uranium producers in the United States. That alone puts it in a select category at a time when domestic uranium supply has become a policy priority for the US federal government. But the company's investment case currently rests on three distinct elements — and investors would benefit from understanding each one separately before assessing them together.The first is the existing production business. enCore operates ISR uranium mines in Texas and Wyoming. These are producing assets generating revenue, which distinguishes enCore from the large majority of uranium-focused companies listed on North American exchanges. ISR is a low-footprint, relatively low-cost extraction method with an established regulatory track record in the US. For investors seeking uranium exposure with operational substance behind it, enCore's production base provides that foundation.The second element is Verdera Energy and the spinoff. Verdera holds approximately 80 million pounds of uranium resources across four deposits in New Mexico's Grants Mineral Belt — a region that accounts for more than half of the seventh-largest uranium district in the world. All mineral rights are private, which simplifies the permitting process relative to federal land. The assets are underworked: resource estimates are historic rather than NI 43-101 compliant, and the geological models were built using grade cutoffs of 0.06% — substantially higher than the 0.25–0.30% cutoffs applied under current industry practice. Remodelling under modern parameters is likely to expand the stated resource base. Verdera completed a $20 million capital raise to fund this work.The mechanism for investor participation requires no action. Once Verdera files its US registration statement, enCore shareholders will receive Verdera shares on record date. Investors who hold enCore today are effectively acquiring an option on the New Mexico resource package at no additional cost.The third element is the consolidation thesis. William Sheriff, who built enCore from exploration stage to producer, has been direct about what the US ISR sector needs: scale. Individual producers generating one million pounds per year cannot access the institutional capital required to trade at premium valuations. His argument is structural — larger producers carry better credit ratings, negotiate more favourable off-take terms with utilities, and qualify for investment by major funds that have minimum market capitalisation thresholds. Sheriff has indicated that unsolicited tender offers, rather than negotiated mergers, may be the mechanism through which consolidation is pursued. His M&A advisory role at enCore means this work continues under the same corporate umbrella.Taken together, the investment case for enCore is built on assets that are operating today, a resource package being unlocked at no cost to current shareholders, and a strategic agenda that could materially increase the company's scale and institutional profile over the next several years. The near-term catalysts to monitor are the Verdera registration statement filing, quarterly production updates from the Texas and Wyoming operations, and any M&A announcements involving the broader US ISR sector.View enCore Energy's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/encore-energySign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Send a textWater Tower Research Co-founder Tim Gerdeman and Managing Director Dmitry Silversteyn were joined by Mayo Schmidt, Executive Chairman of Brazil Potash Corp. to discuss the strategic importance, development progress, and logistics-driven cost advantages of the Autazes Potash Project as Brazil seeks greater fertilizer self-sufficiency.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry talks with Peter Farrow, Executive Chairman of Medwand Solutions, LLC and former CEO of Group Health Cooperative in Eau Claire. Topics discussed include: Enhancing the Telemedicine Experience The Capabilities of Medwand Technology Access Where Care is Hard to Reach Clinical Trust, Regulation, and Privacy Lighting Round Beverage Enjoyed: Leffe, Belgium Blond Ale    Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We're a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

This interview is disseminated on behalf of GT Biopharma. GT Biopharma (NASDAQ: GTBP) recently received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a new investigational drug trial for the solid tumor cancer treatment GTB-3650, as the race to develop a cure for cancer intensifies and the solid tumor market grows to $362 billion.Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael Breen shares more details about the company's expectations and success indicators for the basket trial of the new medication, as well as upcoming milestones for 2026.Explore GT Biopharma: https://www.gtbiopharma.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/VtISaFICJ5gAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/GlobalOneMedia

Baruch Halpert is a serial entrepreneur, the CEO and Executive Chairman of Electriq, an Israeli startup that that turns hydrogen gas into a safe, storable powder, like instant coffee, but for clean energy. No pipelines, no pressurized tanks. Just add water and get power anywhere. Avraham sat down with Baruch to discuss how he got involved with Electriq, his previous companies, how he dealt with a failed idea, tips for tech founders and much more. Do you have a great innovation? We'd love to hear from you. Contact us by going to https://jmbdavis.com/startup/contact. Learn more at https://jmbdavis.com and https://jmbdavis.com/startup. Also available at https://soundcloud.com/jmbdavis/ baruch-halpert-electriq. Listen to all of the episodes at https://jmbdavis.com/podcast.

The global credit market is worth $300 trillion and Michael Saylor believes digital credit will capture a massive share of it. In this keynote from Strategy World 2026, Saylor walks through the complete theory of digital credit from first principles: what Bitcoin is, why variable preferred equity is the longest-duration capital structure short of equity, and how STRC delivers double-digit yields with deferred tax treatment and principal protection. He also lays out the programmable future of digital money and digital yield, with ETFs, on-chain tokens, and bank accounts all being built on top of STRC as a foundation.

What does Vietnam need to do to break into top 20 economies?This is one of the central topics that host Hảo Trần and Mr. Tony Ngo will explore in Episode 378 of the Vietnam Innovators (English edition) podcast this week.With more than 20 years of experience in finance and entrepreneurship, Tony Ngo is the Co-Founder of 20in20 Partners, a Vietnam-focused advisory and institutional investment platform. There, he works closely with industry leaders and long-term investors to implement high-impact projects across multiple sectors, contributing to sustainable economic growth.He is also the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Everest Education, an education organization committed to empowering Vietnamese learners in an increasingly globalized world. Drawing on his expertise in corporate governance, business strategy, and product development, Tony Ngo continues to drive growth, enhance educational quality, and create long-term value within the education ecosystem he helps build.---Listen to this episode on YoutubeAnd explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at: https://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovatorFeel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at hello@vni-digest.com

Michael Saylor answered every single question I threw at him — including the ones most people are afraid to ask. Nearly 2 hours. Nothing off limits. Topics include: Why Michael Saylor says critics fundamentally misunderstand Bitcoin Are people actively rooting for him to fail — and how he deals with it Why Bitcoin didn't break past $126K and what he thinks really happened His honest take on price suppression — is it real? Why Bitcoin's upside volatility is shrinking and what that signals Is quantum computing an actual threat to the network? His reaction to Bitcoin being mentioned in the Epstein files The strongest argument against Bitcoin — in his own words Why retail investors sat out the last bull market and what it means for the next one Michael Saylor is Founder and Executive Chairman of Strategy. Follow him on X at: https://x.com/saylor  ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU  --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie  ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie  ---- Earn passive Bitcoin income with industry-leading uptime, renewable energy, ideal climate, expert support, and one month of free hosting when you join Abundant Mines at https://www.abundantmines.com/natalie  ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Play Bitcoin trivia and win up to 1 million sats! Download and use promo code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats: https://www.speed.app/coinstories  Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world   Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie  With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie  Natalie's Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=  Strategy World 2026 in Las Vegas on February 23-26th - Use code HODL for discounted tickets: https://www.strategysoftware.com/world26    Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie   Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie  ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

"They are changing venture capital from a 30% tax to 0% tax. If Robinhood succeeds, it makes Sequoia and Andreessen's business model untenable." — Keith TeareThe Silicon Gods must have their blood. And they've finally come for the funders of disruption, the venture capitalists, who are now being disrupted by something called Public Venture Capital (PVC). That, at least, is the view of That Was The Week publisher Keith Teare, who leads his newsletter this week with Robinhood's new venture fund. This new stock-trading app for millennials is going after Sequoia and Andreessen Horowitz—not by competing on deal flow, but by charging 0% carry instead of 20-30%. Robinhood promises it blows the doors off traditional venture capital.But Keith urges caution over PVCs. Robinhood is packaging late-stage private assets—companies like Databricks that would have IPO'd years ago but are staying private longer. By the time retail investors get access, employees are already cashing out through tender offers because they think the peak is near. The poster child: Figma, which did secondaries at $12 billion after Adobe's $20 billion acquisition failed. A lot of (dumb) people bought at the top and are now slightly less stupid.Fortunately, this week's tech roundup isn't just about get-rich-quick investment schemes. We also discuss Yasha Mounk's sobering experiment: he asked AI to write a political philosophy paper and found it "depressingly good"—publishable in an academic journal. Keith reframes this supposed "death of the humanities" as automation, not democratization. The humans aren't being leveled up; they're masquerading as producers while AI does the work. But craft still matters. When technology relieves humans of the mundane, he hopes, it elevates the special.Lastly but not least, we get to the abundance debate. Peter Diamandis and Singularity University have promised something called "exponential abundance" by 2035. Keith is sympathetic. I am not. The only thing I'm willing to guarantee is that we'll still be talking abundantly about abundance in 2035. And that the Silicon Valley Gods will have their blood. Five Takeaways●      Robinhood Is Charging 0% Carry: Sequoia and Andreessen take 20-30% of profits. Robinhood takes nothing. If they scale, the traditional VC model becomes untenable.●      But You're Buying at the Top: These are late-stage assets. Employees are selling through tender offers because they think peak valuation is near. Ask the people who bought Figma at $12 billion.●      AI Is Automating the Humanities: Yasha Mounk found AI could write "depressingly good" political philosophy. This isn't democratization—it's humans masquerading as producers.●      Craft Still Retains Its Power: Technology relieves humans of the mundane—and elevates the special. Creativity that breaks through will always command attention.●      The Abundance Debate Continues: Diamandis says abundance by 2035. Keith agrees land is already abundant. Andrew calls this "such a stupid thing to say." About the GuestKeith Teare is the publisher of That Was The Week and Executive Chairman of SignalRank. He is a serial entrepreneur and longtime observer of Silicon Valley. Keith joins Keen On America every Saturday for The Week That Was.ReferencesCompanies mentioned:●      Robinhood is launching a publicly listed venture fund, raising up to $1 billion at $25/share with 0% carry. They already have $340 million in assets including Databricks.●      Figma is cited as a cautionary tale: after Adobe's failed $20 billion acquisition, it did secondaries at $12 billion—many bought at the top.●      Polymarket is a prediction market platform that Robinhood has responded to by adding prediction markets to its offerings.People mentioned:●      Yasha Mounk wrote about AI writing "depressingly good" political philosophy papers that could be published in academic journals.●      Peter Diamandis and Dr. Alexander Wisner-Gross of Singularity University argue that exponential abundance is coming by 2035.●      Packy McCormick wrote about power in the age of intelligence.About Keen On AmericaNobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States—hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,800 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting.WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction: If it's Saturday, it must be revolution (02:11) - Robinhood's venture fund announcement (03:17) - What is Robinhood's day job? (07:43) - Secondary markets and tender offers (10:33) - Democratization or late-stage risk? (14:09) - Is Robinhood just gambling? (16:08) - Private vs. public market returns (19:02) - Is finance merging with betting? (24:23) - Blowing the doors off Sequoia and Andreessen (26:27) - Yasha Mounk: AI automating the humanities (28:47) - Where does power go in the age of AI? (30:42) - Craft retains its power (31:33) - The abundance debate (34:00) - Is land abundant? Andrew loses patience (00:00) - Chapter 15 (00:00) - Chapter 16 (00:00) - Introduction: If it's Saturday, it must be revolution (02:11) - Robinhood's venture fund announcement (03:17) - What is Robinhood's day job? (07:43) - Secondary markets and tender offers (10:33) - Democratization or late-stage risk? (14:09) - Is Robinhood just gambling? (16:08) - Private vs. public market returns (19:02) - Is finance merging with betting? (24:23) - Blowing the doors off Sequoia and Andreessen (26:27) - Yasha Mounk: AI automating the humanities

In this episode of Software People Stories, VR Govindarajan, aka Govi, the co-founder and executive chairman of Perfios Software, shares his comprehensive journey from the early days of his career to building successful startups. Govi dives deep into his academic background, industry experience, and the various startups he co-founded, including Aztec Soft and Perfios. He emphasizes the importance of technology-focused innovation, building a product company out of India, and navigating the challenges of operating in a regulated industry. Govi also shares his insights on the value of teamwork, culture, and maintaining a larger purpose beyond just making money. Throughout the conversation, he provides valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs on raising funds, managing teams, and scaling businesses globally. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:35 Govi's Background and Career Journey01:43 Early Startups and Challenges02:48 Building Aztec Soft and Going Public03:10 Transition to Perfios and Product Focus06:18 Navigating the Dot-Com Bust08:18 Acquisitions and Selling to MindTree13:41 Importance of Team Effort17:34 Choosing the BFSI Sector20:39 Challenges in a Regulated Industry22:29 Managing B2B Sales and Integration24:26 Focusing on Product Development24:46 Creating a New Market Category25:06 Challenges of Evangelizing a New Product26:21 Leveraging Global Trends28:07 Expanding to International Markets34:25 Managing Code and Customizations36:54 Importance of Local Customer Support38:11 Leveraging AI and Data41:22 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs44:51 The Importance of Culture and Values48:53 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe timestamps are approximate and do not include the time for the intro. Add about 90 seconds to locate the sectionAs the Co-founder & Executive Chairman, Govi has been the driving force behind building Perfios into the Operating system for the BFSI in India and across the globe. Perfios is an acknowledged technology driven SaaS Pioneer that works across almost all financial institutions (Banking and Insurance Sector) both in India and across 18 countries in South East Asia, Middle East and North Africa. Perfios is a Unicorn and is backed by some of the best Global Investors. As a fintech Pioneer, Govi has been part of many committees in industry forums such as FICCI, CII and ASSOCHAM. He has been an active speaker at many BFSI related conferences and public institutions.He brings over 35 years of rich experience in the IT industry across the US and India. Before co-founding Perfios, Govi was the Co-founder, CTO, and Board Member at Aztecsoft, a pioneering force in the offshore product development space. From being a startup, Aztecsoft got listed in the Indian markets and was run as a public company before being sold to another Public company. Prior to starting Aztecsoft, he played a key role in advancing database technologies at global technology leaders such as Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) and IBM.Govi holds an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts and a B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. He may be reached at: govi@perfios.com

The scary (Dystopia)Microsoft AI chief gives it 18 months—for all white-collar work to be automated by AIAI Will Destroy Millions of White Collars Jobs in the Coming Months, Andrew Yang Warns, Driving Surge of Personal BankruptciesRing cancels Flock deal after dystopian Super Bowl ad prompts mass outrageAmazon and Flock Safety have ended a partnership that would've given law enforcement access to a vast web of Ring cameras. The decision came after Amazon faced substantial backlash for airing a Super Bowl ad that was meant to be warm and fuzzy, but instead came across as disturbing and dystopian.Ring's Founder Knows You Hated That Super Bowl Ad. Since the commercial aired, Jamie Siminoff has been trying to quell an outcry over privacy concerns with his doorbell cameras.Platforms bend over backward to help DHS censor ICE critics, advocates say MMAnthropic is clashing with the Pentagon over AI useAnthropic's relationship with the Department of Defense is “under review” as the two sides negotiate over how the company's AI models can be used.The startup wants assurance that its models will not be used for autonomous weapons or mass surveillance.The DOD wants to use Anthropic's models “for all lawful use cases” without limitationDavid Sacks, the venture capitalist serving as the administration's AI and crypto czar, has accused Anthropic of supporting “woke AI” because of its stance on regulation.Our Big Data OverlordsMeta Begins $65 Million Election Push to Advance A.I. AgendaMark Zuckerberg faces jury in landmark trial over alleged youth harm linked to social mediaThe lawsuit, K.G.M. v. Meta Platforms, Inc., et al., was filed by a 20-year-old California woman identified by her initials. She alleges that Meta and other tech companies deliberately engineered their platforms to hook young users, contributing to her depression and suicidal thoughts, and seeks to hold them accountable.Regarding Instagram's enforcement efforts, plaintiffs asked whether Meta removed all 4 million under-13 users the company had identified on the platform in 2018. Zuckerberg responded that while the company did not remove all of them, it had implemented tools to detect and address underage accounts and was working to improve those systems.According to reports, Zuckerberg has not directly answered the central question of the case: whether Instagram is addictive. The plaintiff's attorney, Mark Lanier, asked if people tend to use something more if it's addictive. “I'm not sure what to say to that,” Zuckerberg said. “I don't think that applies here.”He said he believes in the “basic assumption” that “if something is valuable, people will use it more because it's useful to them.”When he was asked about his compensation, Zuckerberg said he has pledged to give “almost all” of his money to charity, focusing on scientific research. Lanier asked him how much money he has pledged to victims impacted by social media, to which Zuckerberg replied, “I disagree with the characterization of your question.”Zuckerberg's courthouse entourage showed up in Meta Ray-BansMeta Adding Facial Recognition to Its Smart Glasses That Identifies People in Real Time, Hoping the Public Is Too Distracted by Political Turmoil to Care MMApple sued by West Virginia for alleged failure to stop child sexual abuse material on iCloud, iOS devicesSpaceX said to weigh dual-class IPO shares to empower MuskMacron Blasts Social Media's Free Speech Defense as ‘Bullshit'The stupid (ESG edition)Goldman Sachs to Drop D.E.I. Criteria for Board Members MMThe move would be the Wall Street firm's latest retreat from diversity mandates that its chief executive, David Solomon, had once made a priority.The decision is a result of a deal that Goldman struck with the National Legal and Policy Center, a conservative nonprofit group that has been pressuring numerous companies to drop diversity, equity and inclusion mandates, the people said.As part of its agreement with Goldman, the National Legal and Policy Center, which has a small investment in the bank, withdrew a shareholder proposal demanding that diversity criteria for the board be dropped.In March 2019, Mr. Solomon, his top deputy John Waldron and the firm's chief financial officer at the time, Stephen M. Scherr, declared diversity and inclusion “a top priority.”“When we unite around a common goal, we make progress together,” the men wrote in an email to the staff. They said they would “improve each year” toward goals that included a new recruiting class comprising “50 percent women, 11 percent Black professionals and 14 percent Hispanic/Latino professionals in the Americas, and 9 percent Black professionals in the U.K.”The next year, Mr. Solomon said Goldman would no longer take a company public in the United States or Europe unless it had at least one “diverse” board member. By 2021, a company would need at least two diverse board members in order for Goldman to agree to work on its initial public offering.Inspire Investing CEO: Nike's DEI Is A Legal Liability, Shareholders Coming For AnswersNike's DEI fight is no longer just a social media "culture war" argument. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is investigating Nike over allegations the company's DEI practices discriminated against white employees and job applicants.Robert Netzly, CEO of Inspire Investing: "Discrimination, whether it's black people or white people, gay people or straight people, is discrimination."Robert Netzly is a globally recognized authority in the Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI) movement, author of the book "Biblically Responsible Investing: On Wall Street As It Is In Heaven." Robert holds a B.S. degree in Liberal Studies from an online university. This article was from OutKick, which aims to expose the destructive nature of "woke" activism and is the antidote to the mainstream sports media that often serves an elite, left-leaning minority instead of the American sports fan. OutKick is owned by Fox Sports' parent company Fox CorporationFederal agency sues Coca-Cola bottler over work event that excluded menA Coca-Cola distributor and bottler is being sued for alleged sexual discrimination over a corporate networking event that excluded men, announced the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which filed the lawsuitAccording to the EEOC's lawsuit, in September 2024, Bedford, N.H.-headquartered Coca-Cola Northeast held a two-day employer-sponsored trip and networking event at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Connecticut. Coca-Cola Northeast privately invited female employees and then excused the female employees who attended the event from their normal work duties on Sept. 10 and 11, 2024, and paid them their normal salary or wages without requiring them to use vacation or other paid time off. Coca-Cola Northeast did not invite any male employees to the event.Trump revokes landmark ruling that greenhouse gases endanger public healthUS President Donald Trump has reversed a key Obama-era scientific ruling that underpins all federal actions on curbing planet-warming gases.The so-called 2009 "endangerment finding" concluded that a range of greenhouse gases were a threat to public health. It's become the legal bedrock of federal efforts to rein in emissions, especially in vehicles.Bill Maher Eviscerates Donald Trump Over ‘Biggest Dick Move in American History'The boring (ESG edition)Starbucks' investor group urges shareholders to replace directors over labor rowStarbucks faced fresh pressure on Wednesday from a coalition of investors including public-sector pension funds that urged shareholders ‌to vote against the reelection of two directors, citing persistent failure ‌to manage labor relations.The move against Starbucks' lead independent director, Jorgen Vig Knudstorp, and Beth ​Ford, chair of the board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, comes as the company is locked in a prolonged effort to reach a collective agreement with its unionized baristas.Companies are cycling through CEOs—and replacing them with first-timers MMSome 168 new CEOs were appointed in 2025, the highest total since 2010. The defining shift was who got the job. Among incoming CEOs, 84% were serving in their first enterprise CEO role, reversing a multi-year tilt toward leaders with prior public-company experience.As recently as 2024, more than one in five new CEOs had already led a public company. That share fell sharply in 2025. Of the 140 first-time CEOs appointed, 116 had no prior enterprise CEO experience. Two-thirds had never served on a public company board, meaning many are stepping into the role without prior exposure to shareholder oversight or public company governance.CEO hopefuls have a new rival for the top job: their own board directorsAppointing board directors as CEOs was once a “break glass in case of emergency” strategy reserved for scandal, illness, or sudden resignation. While it remains a minority path compared with traditional internal promotions, it is no longer an anomaly.New data from Spencer Stuart highlights the shift. Of the 168 new S&P 1500 chief executives appointed in 2025, the highest annual total since 2010, 19 were drawn from their own company boards, the most since 2020. Spencer Stuart classifies directors as outsiders because they lack day-to-day operating responsibility. Even so, more boards are turning to them.Wall Street banks are paying their CEOs like it's 2006 againMorgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick's pay rises 32% to $45mlnBank of America Lifts Moynihan's Pay 17% to $41 Million for 2025Barclays Ceo Pay Hike: Barclays lifts CEO Venkatakrishnan's pay to over £15 million as bonus pool risesCitigroup bumps CEO Jane Fraser's pay to record $59mBro Culture (The Epstein Edition)Thomas Pritzker, Named in Epstein Files, Retires as Hyatt Executive ChairmanTom Pritzker Retires as Executive Chairman of Hyatt After 22 Years of Service and Will Not Stand for Reelection to Board of DirectorsThe Board has appointed Mark S. Hoplamazian, Hyatt's President and Chief Executive Officer, to succeed Mr. Pritzker as Chairman of the Board“Tom's leadership has been instrumental in shaping Hyatt's strategy and long-term growth, and we thank him for his service and dedication to Hyatt,” said Richard Tuttle, Chair of the Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. “The Board has engaged in thoughtful succession planning, and we are confident that Mark's deep knowledge of Hyatt's business, strong relationships with owners and colleagues, and proven track record as CEO of nearly two decades positions him well to serve as Chairman and continue driving Hyatt's long-term success.”In a letter to the Hyatt Hotels' Board of Directors, Tom Pritzker wrote, “My job and responsibility is to provide good stewardship. That is important to me. Good stewardship includes ensuring a proper transition at Hyatt. Following discussions with my fellow Board members, I have decided, after serving as Executive Chairman since 2004, and with the company in a strong position, that now is the right time for me to retire from Hyatt. Good stewardship also means protecting Hyatt, particularly in the context of my association with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, which I deeply regret. I exercised terrible judgment in maintaining contact with them, and there is no excuse for failing to distance myself sooner. I condemn the actions and the harm caused by Epstein and Maxwell, and I feel deep sorrow for the pain they inflicted on their victims.”Dubai's DP World replaces CEO after Epstein links emergeDubai's DP World announced Essa Kazim was the new chairman of its board of directors and Yuvraj Narayan was its new group chief executive officer, replacing Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem.Sulayem had been the CEO of Dubai's largest port operator since 2016 and chairman since 2007.DOJ records showed years of exchanges with Epstein, but Sulayem has not been accused of any criminal wrongdoing.Casey Wasserman to sell talent agency following Jefferey Epstein controversyCasey Wasserman has confirmed that he has started the process of selling his talent agency after it was uncovered that he had ties with Jefferey Epstein. The announcement comes as artists began to leave the agency after it was uncovered that the Wasserman CEO had extensive ties with Jeffrey Epstein and had sent flirtatious emails to Ghislaine Maxwell. Despite denying that he had any personal or business ties with either, Wasserman sent an apology to the 4,000 employees who work at his sports marketing and talent agency, confirming that he would be stepping down from the company. He said: “I'm deeply sorry that my past personal mistakes have caused you so much discomfort […] It's not fair to you, and it's not fair to the clients and partners we represent so vigorously and care so deeply about.”Former Victoria's Secret CEO Les Wexner testifies in House Epstein investigationThe billionaire behind the retail empire that once blanketed shopping malls with names such as Victoria's Secret and Abercrombie & Fitch told members of Congress on Wednesday that he was “duped by a world-class con man” — close financial adviser Jeffrey Epstein. Les Wexner also denied knowing about the late sex offender's crimes or participating in Epstein's abuse of girls and young women.“I was naive, foolish, and gullible to put any trust in Jeffrey Epstein. He was a con man. And while I was conned, I have done nothing wrong and have nothing to hide.”Wexner described himself to the lawmakers as a philanthropist, community builder and grandfather who always strove “to live my life in an ethical manner in line with my moral compass,” according to the statement.Top Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathy Ruemmler to resign over Epstein linksThe latest Justice Department release revealed a trove of communication between the two, including about potential jobs, her romantic life and gifts Epstein had given her. (She called him “sweetie” and “Uncle Jeffrey.”)Goldman's CEO David Solomon says he 'reluctantly' let top lawyer Kathy Ruemmler go after Epstein fallout MMKing Charles' brother Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconductWhite House Shrugs Off Lutnick's Epstein TiesCommerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has acknowledged traveling to Jeffrey Epstein's island and meeting him on another occasion.Elon's bro quits Burning Man board amid outrage over Epstein connectionBlowhard IndexSalesforce cofounder 'not OK' with Benioff's ICE crack: 'Marc made a very bad joke.'The comments occurred during a keynote address at the company's annual internal "Company Kickoff" (CKO) event in Las Vegas, sparking a significant backlash from employees and leadership alike.During the keynote, Benioff reportedly asked employees who had traveled to the event from outside the United States to stand up for recognition. Once they were standing, he made a "joke" to the effect of: "Thank you! Just so the ICE agents [in the building] know [who you are]."He reportedly made a follow-up "callback" later in the presentation, suggesting that ICE agents were also monitoring those who hadn't yet used a specific new Slackbot tool.And another joke about ICE surveilling employee travel: when there are literally employees afraid to travel for work due to current situationSalesforce famously promotes a culture of "Ohana" (family) and equality.Parker Harris (Cofounder): In a follow-up meeting, Harris reportedly called the jokes a "violation of the Code of Conduct" and even noted they could be considered a "fireable offense" for a typical employee.Rob Seaman (Slack GM): The head of the Salesforce-owned platform Slack sent a memo to staff stating he "cannot defend or explain" the jokes and that they did not align with his values.Salesforce employees call on CEO Benioff to cancel ICE ‘opportunities'Elon Musk says Anthropic's philosopher has no stake in the future because she doesn't have kidsPalantir, Which Is Powering ICE, Says Immigration Crackdown May Hurt Hiring MMFrom 10-K filed 2 days ago: “if we are not able to recruit, hire, or retain the talent we need because of increased regulation of immigration or work visas … it could be more difficult to staff our personnel on customer engagements and could increase our costs … Additionally, laws and regulations, such as restrictive immigration laws, may limit our ability to recruit outside of the United States ... If we fail to attract new personnel or to retain our current personnel, our business and operations could be harmed.”

Interview withShane Williams, President & CEO of West Red Lake Gold MinesAlex Black, Executive Chairman of Rio2 Ltd.Recording date: 13th February 2026Rio2 Limited and West Red Lake Gold Mines have successfully transitioned from developers to producers, achieving commercial production after years of navigating construction challenges and capital constraints. In a mid-February 2026 discussion, executives Alex Black of Rio2 and Shane Williams of West Red Lake shared the operational realities facing newly producing mining companies in a favorable commodity price environment.Both executives emphasized the importance of slow, measured ramp-ups rather than rushing to full capacity. This approach allows proper development of operational systems, procedures, safety protocols, and team training alongside physical production increases. Rio2 targets 60,000 to 70,000 ounces in 2026 at its Fenix Gold Project in Chile, with expansion potential to 300,000 ounces annually pending water infrastructure development. West Red Lake sees a pathway to 150,000 ounces annually with relatively modest capital investment for mill expansion.The discussion highlighted significant operational challenges often underappreciated by retail investors. West Red Lake battles extreme cold conditions with January temperatures reaching minus 45 degrees Celsius, where any plant stoppage results in complete mill freezing. Rio2's Fenix Gold operation faces high-altitude cold at nearly 5,000 meters elevation, space constraints in open-pit operations, and the complexity of mining an extinct volcano with three separate peaks.Labor shortages emerged as a critical industry-wide issue. Williams noted that decades of industry struggles have depleted skilled workforces in Canada, Chile, and Australia, with skill levels materially lower than 20 years ago. Both executives stressed that operational success depends primarily on building, empowering, and retaining talented teams willing to work through challenges methodically.The conversation revealed frustration with market dynamics, as development-stage companies with impressive feasibility studies often receive higher valuations than cash-flowing producers. Both executives expect re-rating as they demonstrate consistent quarterly execution. Black predicted significant M&A activity in 2026, with both companies actively pursuing strategic acquisitions while positioning themselves as potential takeover targets within three to five years.Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman & CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/santacruz-silver-tsxvscz-strong-cash-generation-funds-debt-free-growth-8019Recording date: 13th February 2026Santacruz Silver Mining (TSXV:SCZ) represents a transformed investment opportunity following the elimination of all debt obligations and completion of its NASDAQ listing in January 2026. The multi-metal producer operates four mines across Bolivia and Mexico, generating substantial cash flows with an $80 million treasury position after paying $70 million in Glencore obligations and tax liabilities during 2025.The company's debt-free, streaming-free, royalty-free capital structure directs 100% of operational cash flows to equity holders during a period of elevated silver and zinc prices. This clean balance sheet distinguishes Santacruz from leveraged competitors and producers with streaming obligations that divert metal production at below-market prices, creating immediate margin expansion as commodity prices strengthen.Management projects 5-7% production growth from operational efficiencies independent of metal price assumptions or acquisition execution. The Zimapan mine in Mexico delivered a $2.5 million investment in flotation cell circuits that improved silver recoveries by 500 basis points, generating approximately $5 million in incremental monthly cash flow—a 20-month payback demonstrating disciplined capital allocation. The mine's advancement to Level 960 encounters wider ore bodies with silver grades of 80-90 grams per tonne and zinc content of 2.5-3.5% across the 2,800-tonne-per-day operation.In Bolivia, the Bolivar mine is recovering from 2025 flooding through systematic dewatering infrastructure that increased capacity to over 700 litres per second—five times pre-flooding levels and nearly double peak flood conditions. Fourth quarter 2025 production showed quarter-over-quarter silver increases as access to flooded veins improves, whilst development work necessitated by the flooding discovered new high-grade veins creating unanticipated exploration upside.Near-term production catalysts include the Soracaya project targeting full permitting by June-July 2026 with production commencement in the fourth quarter, utilizing existing Bolivian milling infrastructure for low-capital-intensity cash flow generation. The Esperanza mine at the Caballo Blanco complex approaches commercial production as the third operating mine within that group, leveraging existing infrastructure for brownfield expansion.The Bolivian operating environment transformed following the 2025 election of President Rodrigo Paz, whose administration declared mining a strategic industry and announced constitutional reforms to encourage foreign investment. As Bolivia's largest underground mining company, Santacruz occupies a prominent position during this regulatory evolution, with improved political conditions creating potential M&A opportunities whilst reducing political risk for existing operations.The January 2026 NASDAQ listing provides strategic access to US institutional investors and family offices, expanding the investor base beyond Canadian venture shareholders whilst early trading data demonstrates volume improvements. US institutional capital historically applies higher valuation multiples to Latin American precious metals producers than Canadian venture markets alone.Management employs a distinctive operational approach tracking per-tonne costs rather than conventional all-in sustaining cost metrics, maintaining five-year rolling budgets with detailed weekly mining plans to prevent short-term high-grading that compromises long-term mine life. This disciplined capital allocation framework, combined with direct executive operational involvement demonstrated through systematic site visits and hands-on crisis management during the Bolivar flooding, distinguishes the approach from volume-focused competitors.For investors seeking exposure to silver and base metals through an established producer with near-term growth catalysts, operational leverage to metallurgical improvements, and exposure to transformative Bolivian political changes, Santacruz presents a differentiated opportunity with multiple risk mitigation factors relative to earlier-stage developers or debt-burdened producers.View Santacruz Silver's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/santacruz-silver-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Carpenter Technology Corporation announced that Brian Malloy will become CEO on July 1, 2026, succeeding Tony Thene, who will transition to Executive Chairman of the Board. Malloy, currently President and COO, has held various leadership roles within the company for over a decade. Thene will continue to guide the company's strategic direction and maintain stakeholder relationships. Carpenter Technology serves markets including aerospace, defense, medical, and transportation.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for an exciting discussion with Louis Têtu, Executive Chairman of Coveo, a pioneer in digital experiences powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Hear his perspective on the next wave of AI breakthroughs, practical strategies for leveraging these advancements, and how they can create meaningful value for your clients and your practice in 2026 and beyond. Recorded on February 11, 2026. At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fifth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2025 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Dr. Siyabonga Madlala, the Executive Chairman of the South African Farmers Development Association (SAFDA) joined Darren, Sky and Carmen to speak on the Provisional Liquidation of Tongaat Huletts and how it will affect the economy and daily consumer. Dr Kajal Ramnanun, an academic at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) and Co-Chairperson of the UKZN Business Rescue Unit (BRU) also spoke on the liquidation and how it affects the employees. Webpage

What does it take to build one of the most powerful real estate companies in the world?In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Hamid Moghadam — Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Prologis — shares how he went from immigrating to the United States as a teenager to leading the world's largest logistics real estate company.Under Hamid's leadership, Prologis grew into a global powerhouse spanning nearly 1.3 billion square feet across 20 countries, with an estimated 3% of global GDP flowing through its facilities annually We discuss:How Prologis became the largest logistics real estate company in the worldThe 42-year journey from startup to S&P 100 CEOSurviving the Savings & Loan crisis and the 2008 Global Financial CrisisTime Stamps:00:00 112 Earnings Calls & the Habit That Built a Career: Responsiveness00:55 Meet Hamid Moghadam & Prologis: The Logistics Real Estate Giant03:18 Why Vegas? Transitioning from CEO to Executive Chairman04:46 Industrial Real Estate 101: What Really Happens Inside Warehouses07:28 Growing Up in Pre-Revolution Iran & Early Education Abroad12:16 MIT at 16, Stanford MBA, and the Revolution That Changed Everything15:08 Starting Over in America: Loss, Rejection, and Landing the First Job20:58 Founding AMB: Bootstrapping, Early Deals, and Building a Reputation25:37 Why Industrial Won: Funds, Cycles, and the Road to Going Public33:30 IPO Reality Check & Leadership Lessons: Work-Life Balance to ‘Enduring Excellence'43:06 Three Phases of Leadership: Paranoia, ‘Scared & Not in Control,' and What Comes Next46:38 Stage 3 Growth: Building a Real Management Structure47:13 Betting on E‑Commerce: Exiting Retail & Doubling Down on Logistics49:39 Surviving the GFC: Stock Crashes, Leverage Shock & Raising Equity53:27 The Prologis Merger: The Phone Call, Fast LOI & Analyst Doubts55:30 Napa Dinner Secrecy: The Awkward Investor Encounter57:56 Hardest CEO Moment: 2008 Layoffs and Hypergrowth Whiplash59:53 CEO Reality Check: Bad News, Imperfect Info & Personnel Calls01:01:19 Culture as the Moat: Survivor Bias, Team Accountability & Consistency01:03:24 Merging Cultures: Values First, Then Structure (AMBs vs Prologis)01:06:20 Biggest Leadership Mistake: Backing the Wrong Leader Too Long01:08:13 Stepping Down After 42.5 Years: What He'll Miss (and Won't)01:12:19 The Responsiveness Habit: Email, Respect & No Out‑of‑Office01:14:23 Work, Family & Partners: Weekends, a Great Spouse, and Co‑Founders01:17:26 Advice for Entrepreneurs: Find White Space in a More Efficient Market01:19:11 Next Frontier: Data/AI in Real Estate—A ‘Bloomberg of Goods'01:22:17 How to Build a Portfolio Today: Supply Constraints & Fortress Locations01:24:21 Closing Thoughts: Social Media, Mentoring Limits & Final Thanks

When a once-successful business falls on hard times, it can sometimes be hard for them to diagnose and fix the problem from within. Today's guest has built a career out of helping these businesses turn things around, and he's doing it again with one of America's premiere fitness brands.Mark Goldston is the Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company, which trades under the symbol BODI. Mark is one of the world's most respected turnaround executives, and has spent his career reviving some of the best known brands in the world, including Revlon, Reebok, and LA Gear to name a few. He is also a prolific inventor with 135 US and foreign patents to his name. Today, Mark walks us through the history of The Beachbody Company, the issues he identified within the business, and how he and his team are working to right the ship.  Highlights:Mark's Career (1:40)Symptoms of a struggling business (6:34)The Beachbody Company turnaround (10:12)Navigating a difficult retail environment (17:16)Brand Awareness (21:58)How GLP-1's are impacting the business (26:46)What are investors missing about Beachbody? (29:50) Links:Mark Goldston LinkedInThe Beachbody Company LinkedInThe Beachbody Company WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co.

Recording date: 6th February 2026The precious metals and mining sector experienced notable volatility in early February 2026, but institutional investors view the pullback as a tactical opportunity rather than a fundamental shift in market dynamics. Derek Macpherson, Executive Chairman, and Samuel Pelaez, President and CEO of Olive Resource Capital, characterize the recent correction as a normal return to established trend lines following an extended rally.The turbulence stems from temporary liquidity withdrawal by the Treasury Department and seasonal factors, particularly the Chinese New Year in mid-February, which historically coincides with reduced market participation and liquidity drawdowns. However, key global liquidity risk indicators—including option-adjusted spreads and high yield bond indices—show no systemic concerns. The Treasury Department is expected to provide net liquidity throughout 2026, while March and April historically represent strong months for commodities.Stabilizing valuations have unlocked significant M&A activity after a volatile January rally made share-exchange negotiations impractical. Three transactions highlight evolving sector dynamics:Eldorado Gold surprised markets by acquiring Foran Mining's zinc-copper project at zero premium to the previous Friday close. The move raises strategic questions as the gold-focused producer diversifies into base metals during a strong gold bull market, though the permitted mine expected to produce later in 2026 will boost cash flow.Goldsky Resources completed a transformative acquisition of full control over the Barsele deposit in Sweden from Agnico Eagle, consolidating nearly 2 million ounces. The transaction elevates Goldsky from explorer to tier-one developer with a market capitalization under $1 billion, suggesting substantial re-rating potential.CANEX Metals secured 51.93% of Great Basin Resources through a hostile takeover, positioning the company to transform a 1.5-2 million ounce Arizona asset currently in cease trade. Strong financial backing including Eric Sprott provides capital to address anticipated issues.For investors, the environment favors selective accumulation in quality names and transformation stories with defined catalysts, emphasizing jurisdiction quality, asset scale, and capital access.Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Rob Behnke, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Halborn, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed how Halborn is helping businesses to improve their crypto security.Brought to you by

" It's never about Paul Nicolaou; it's about other people, because you want to appreciate and show your passion towards them and helping them achieve an end result." In this episode of The Inner Chief podcast, I speak to Paul Nicolaou, the Executive Director of Business Sydney on the 3Ps of building an insanely valuable network, daring to be different, and making people happy.

In this episode of The Future of Work® Podcast, Frank Cottle sits down with Tony Jamous, founder and Executive Chairman of Oyster, a B Corp-certified global employment platform. With a visionary take on the post-pandemic workplace, Tony explores how distributed workforces, AI, and conscious leadership are transforming not just how we work—but why we work. From removing geographic hiring constraints to rethinking the very purpose of companies, this conversation unveils the profound economic, environmental, and human impact of global employment models. Whether you're a startup leader, HR exec, or policy maker, this episode offers future-forward insights on capital, workforce access, and business sustainability. 

In this conversation, Robin Brundle, executive chairman of Technology Minerals and Recyclus Group, discusses the critical role of battery recycling in the circular economy, particularly in the context of electric vehicles.He shares insights on the journey of battery recycling, debunks myths surrounding EV batteries, and highlights the current state of battery recycling in the UK.Robin emphasizes the importance of consumer responsibility, the risks associated with second-life batteries, and the future of battery recycling in relation to the automotive industry and gigafactories.Guest Details:Robin Brundle is Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Recyclus Group, leading the rollout of proven, industrial-scale lithium-ion battery recycling technology. Since July 2023, Recyclus has demonstrated safe, effective, and sustainable battery processing and now focuses on scaling operations and advancing next-generation recycling. He is also Executive Chairman of Technology Minerals PLC and played a key role in its 2021 London Stock Exchange listing. A recognised policy voice, Robin sits on UK government battery and critical minerals taskforces and is a Trustee of The Faraday Institution, bringing over 30 years' senior leadership across automotive, motorsport, and clean energy.Robin's WebsiteThe EV Musings Podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the go-to app for EV drivers, helping you find and pay for public charging with confidence.Links in the show notes:Reviving EV Batteries: The Future of Remanufacturing - The EV Musings PodcastGigafactory Commission ReportEpisode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk(C) 2019-2026 Gary ComerfordSupport me: Patreon Link: http://www.patreon.com/evmusingsKo-fi Link: http://www.ko-fi.com/evmusingsThe Books:'So, you've gone electric?' on Amazon : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q5JVF1X'So, you've gone renewable?' on Amazon : https://amzn.to/3LXvIckSocial Media:EVMusings: Twitter https://twitter.com/MusingsEvInstagram: @EVmusingsOctopus Energy referral code (Click this link to get started) https://share.octopus.energy/neat-star-460Upgrade to smarter EV driving with a free week's trial of Zapmap Premium, find out more here https://evmusings.com/zapmap-premiumMentioned in this episode:ZapmapThe EV Musings Podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the go-to app for EV drivers, helping you find and pay for public charging with confidence. Zapmap is free to download and use, with subscription plans for enhanced features such as using Zapmap in-car on

Today we meet with retired United States Navy Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch and learn about the organization he works with called NewDay USA. This veterans-exclusive organization makes sure veterans get the optimal access to financing when looking to purchase a home.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com

"I didn't use my own software this week because the OpenAI agents were better. And that's me retiring my own software." — Keith TeareSomething broke this week. Both Anthropic and OpenAI launched multi-agent systems—"agent swarms"—that don't just assist with tasks but replace custom-built software entirely. The market noticed: Adobe, Salesforce, Workday, and other legacy SaaS companies saw their stocks collapse in what some are calling a trillion-dollar selloff. Keith Teare joins Andrew Keen on Super Bowl weekend to unpack what may be the most consequential week in AI since ChatGPT launched.The conversation ranges from the Anthropic-OpenAI advertising spat (Dario Amodei's Super Bowl ad vs. Sam Altman's "online tantrum") to the deeper structural shifts: Microsoft and Amazon becoming utilities, Google betting $185 billion on an AI-first pivot, and Elon Musk merging SpaceX with xAI to put data centers in space. Along the way, Teare and Keen debate whether the AI race is a myth or a wacky race, whether venture capital is in crisis, and what happens to human labor when agents do the work.About the GuestKeith Teare is a British-American entrepreneur, investor, and technology analyst. He co-founded RealNames Corporation, a pioneering internet company, and later served as Executive Chairman of TechCrunch. He is the founder of That Was The Week and SignalRank, and publishes a widely-read weekly newsletter on technology, venture capital, and the business of innovation. He brings four decades of experience in Silicon Valley to his analysis of the AI revolution.Chapters:00:00 Super Bowl and the Anthropic ad The spat between Dario Amodei and Sam Altman01:09 "Fundamentally dishonest" Keith's take on the ad war and who's really Dick Dastardly05:47 Anthropic's breakout week Claude Opus 4.6 and the agent swarm launch06:48 OpenAI Codex Multiple agents collaborating on tasks in 10-15 minutes07:42 "It replaces software" Keith retires his own custom-built tools08:16 The trillion-dollar selloff Adobe, Salesforce, Workday, PayPal collapse11:02 Infrastructure vs. innovation Microsoft and Amazon become "utilities"11:45 Google's $185 billion bet Pivoting from hybrid to AI-first13:15 The SpaceX/xAI merger Musk's plan for space-based data centers15:18 The AI wacky race Kimi, OpenAI, Anthropic leapfrog Google17:03 Does AI make us smarter? Leverage tools, not intelligence18:53 AI growing up, CEOs not The adolescence of the industry21:06 US job openings hit five-year low The coming labor crisis22:44 The VC crisis Five funds sucking the air out of the room25:04 Palantir and Anduril The winners in defense AI25:42 Facebook as laggard Huge revenues, no AI momentum26:41 The Washington Post crisis "Boogeyman journalism" and partisan media29:23 Ads in AI Paid links vs. enshittification31:26 Spotify's innovation Physical book + audiobook bundle32:32 Startup of the week Cursor for CRM, $20M from Sequoia33:45 Om Malik on the end of software distribution From CDs to app stores to self-made35:41 Super Bowl prediction Seattle vs. New England36:02 Closing "That really was the week in tech"Links & ReferencesMentioned in this episode:That Was The Week newsletter by Keith TeareAnthropic's Super Bowl ad and ad-free pledge (CNBC)Sam Altman's response to Anthropic ads (TechCrunch)SpaceX acquires xAI in $1.25 trillion merger (CNBC)The Washington Post layoffs and crisis (Poynter)Om Malik on the evolution of software distributionOpenAI Codex app launch (OpenAI)About Keen On America Nobody asks more impertinent questions than the Anglo-American writer, filmmaker and SiliconValley entrepreneur Andrew Keen. In Keen On America , Andrew brings his sharp Transatlanticwit to the forces reshaping the United States — hosting daily interviews with leading thinkersand writers about American history, politics, technology, culture, and business. With nearly2,800 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the mostprolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting.Website | Substack | YouTube

Stijn Schmitz welcomes back Shawn Khunkhun to the show. Shawn Khunkhun is CEO, President, & Director, Dolly Varden Silver Corp. The interview centers on the current state of the precious metals market, with a particular focus on silver and gold. Khunkhun explains that silver has been in a structural deficit for years, with annual demand exceeding supply by approximately 200 million ounces. After a significant price surge from $40 to $120, the market recently experienced a correction, which Khunkhun views as a healthy part of the bull market. Khunkhun remains bullish on silver, arguing that production cannot meet demand until the next decade. He highlights growing industrial demand, particularly from the electric vehicle market and solar panel industries. The silver market is complex, with only one in four ounces coming from primary mines, making price incentives challenging for producers. The conversation shifts into geopolitical factors affecting precious metals, including the growing divide between physical and paper markets. Khunkhun emphasizes the different cultural attitudes towards gold and silver in Eastern and Western countries, noting that many regions view these metals as critical wealth preservation tools, especially during economic uncertainty. Recently, Dolly Varden merged with Contango Ore in a strategic move to create a more robust precious metals company. Khunkhun sees this as an opportunity to leverage Contango’s cash flow and expertise to develop Dolly Varden’s silver properties, creating a unique North American precious metals business. Looking ahead, Khunkhun believes the precious metals market is still in its early stages. He anticipates continued volatility but sees significant potential for growth, particularly if global asset allocation to precious metals increases from its current less than 0.5%. He remains optimistic about gold and silver, suggesting potential prices of $150 per ounce for silver and potentially $8,000 to $9,000 per ounce for gold in the future. Timestamps:00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:41 – Precious Metals Volatility Surge00:03:02 – Strong Bull Case Silver00:04:20 – Incentivizing Silver Production Levels00:06:34 – Industrial Demand Substitutions00:09:09 – Paper vs Physical Markets00:11:33 – Geopolitical Physical Demand00:16:00 – Silver Premiums East/West00:21:15 – Gold Future Recession Impact00:24:12 – Financial Reset Possibilities00:26:17 – Company Merger Rationale00:31:22 – Mining M&A Activity State00:39:22 – Volatility Concerns Guest Links: Website:: https://dollyvardensilver.com X: https://x.com/SilverVarden LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dolly-varden-silver-corp YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK4YE6ftyxv4G-6zu9BYJvgerved=0 Mr. Shawn Khunkhun has over 20 years of expertise in capital markets and mineral exploration, with a strong focus on creating shareholder value. Over his career, he has facilitated over $2 billion in capital raises, playing a transformative role in advancing exploration, development, and production companies. In his leadership roles as CEO, Director, and Executive Chairman, Mr. Khunkhun has been instrumental in elevating the profiles of undervalued companies and driving strategic growth. Mr. Khunkhun's success in incubating and scaling companies through capital raises, acquisitions, and spinouts is powered by an extensive network of high-net-worth investors, private equity, institutional investors, analysts, brokers, and bankers. Mr. Khunkhun currently serves as a Director of Goldshore Resources and Gladiator Metals and as Director & Executive Chairman of Strike Point Gold. Additionally, he advises West Red Lake Gold Mines, Nations Royalty, and NexGold and is the Founder of Argenta Silver.

Interview with Mark Smith, Executive Chairman, President & CEO of NioCorp Developments Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/niocorp-nasdaqnb-critical-minerals-project-targets-us-supply-chain-security-7125Recording date: 26th January 2026NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ: NB) is accelerating toward project financing for its Elk Creek critical minerals facility in Nebraska, backed by over $300 million in cash and intensifying support from US government agencies. The company raised $370 million in 2025, including a $10 million Department of Defense grant that funded reserve upgrades and engineering work critical to securing Export-Import Bank financing.Executive Chairman Mark Smith reports unprecedented momentum with the US Export-Import Bank, which designated NioCorp as a "very top priority project" in December 2025. "In the last two weeks, I have received more emails and more phone calls from EXIM than I did in all of 2025," Smith said, describing the pace as "Trump speed." The company expects binding commitments by Q2 2026 for a 65% debt, 35% equity structure totaling $780 million.Project economics have been dramatically enhanced by surging rare earth prices. Neodymium-praseodymium oxide has doubled from $55/kg in July 2025 to $110-120/kg, while heavy rare earths show even more striking differentials—dysprosium at $1,250/kg outside China versus $250/kg domestically. These pricing improvements will be reflected in the company's mid-March feasibility study update.NioCorp has commenced detailed engineering for a $45 million underground mine portal project starting February 2026, demonstrating management confidence in near-term financing. The project offers exceptional margins of approximately $450-475 per ton, with $700 in revenue against $225-250 in processing costs across four critical minerals: niobium, scandium, titanium, and magnetic rare earths.The company has secured definitive offtake agreements for 75% of ferroniobium production and 12 tons annually of scandium, with additional announcements expected through April. NioCorp is also negotiating with the Department of Defense for support similar to recent arrangements with MP Materials and USA Rare Earth, positioning the project as critical to US supply chain independence for materials currently 100% imported.View NioCorp's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/niocorp-developmentsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Podcast Summary This episode of the How to Succeed Podcast features NFL Hall of Famer Rondé Barber discussing how preparation, consistency, adaptability, and humble leadership fueled his 16-year career, 215 consecutive starts, and post-football success in broadcasting and business. Rondé emphasizes daily incremental improvement, rigorous study translating to business "film prep," evolving the nickel corner role through responsibility and versatility, and the impact of mentors and coaches like Tony Dungy on building calm, steady, plan-driven teams. Join us as we learn key takeaways for sales and business leaders including, preparing deeply to create confidence, maintaining disciplined routines for consistency, and adapting to change to reinvent roles and achieve lasting results.   Chapter 1: Opening and Guest Introduction 00:00:02 – 00:01:59 Dave Mattson, Executive Chairman of Sandler introduces the How to Succeed podcast's success triangle—Attitude, Behavior, and Technique—and frames the episode's theme: translating elite athletic performance to business. Jim Marshall presents guest Rondé Barber, highlighting his NFL legacy, leadership roles, and focus on preparation, consistency, adaptability, and professionalism. Chapter 2: Early Struggles and the Mindset Shift 00:01:59 – 00:05:41 Barber recounts a rocky NFL start, playing only one game his rookie season, and the doubt that fueled his drive. He connects lessons from redshirting in college and overcoming setbacks to a career-long mentality of outworking everyone and relentlessly improving. Chapter 3: Availability, Durability, and Discipline 00:05:41 – 00:08:38 Discussing his 215 consecutive starts, Barber cites "availability" as a critical ability, playing through pain, smart recovery modalities, and some luck in avoiding major injuries. He underscores the discipline to maintain routines and the motivation to never let someone else take his job. Chapter 4: Building Performance Routines and Incremental Gains 00:08:38 – 00:11:00 Barber outlines a philosophy that you are either getting better or worse each day. He describes daily incremental improvement—refining techniques, studying opponents, and analyzing himself—as a transferable approach for business professionals and even his daughters' pursuits. Chapter 5: Preparation = Opportunity 00:11:00 – 00:13:49 Barber explains how preparation creates the appearance of effortlessness, framing success as preparation married to opportunity. He applies this to broadcasting and event leadership: anticipate scenarios, study past outcomes, plan for contingencies, and be ready to execute. Chapter 6: Learning Broadcasting Through Reps and Mentorship 00:13:49 – 00:16:08 Transitioning to TV felt like being thrown into the deep end. Barber credits mentors like Dick Stockton, Chris Myers, and Kenny Albert for refining cadence and content. He emphasizes "time on task"—repetition, feedback, and reviewing successes and failures. Chapter 7: Opponent-Specific Prep and Strategic Familiarity 00:16:08 – 00:18:21 Using the Eagles as a case study, Barber shows how repeated matchups build a "dossier" for faster, deeper preparation. He leveraged familiarity to stay a step ahead, turning knowledge of how opponents targeted him into an advantage and producing standout performances. Chapter 8: Redefining the Nickel and Evolving the Tampa 2 Defense 00:18:21 – 00:22:19 Barber details how his agility and short-area quickness enabled expanding the nickel role from coverage to blitzing and run support, paralleling a linebacker at times. Collaborating with coaches, he helped evolve the Tampa 2 Defense into a widely emulated standard. Chapter 9: Culture of Earned Leadership 00:22:19 – 00:25:03 Reflecting on a roster of leaders, Barber highlights Hardy Nickerson's example and the team ethos: lead by example first, then grow vocally with experience. Leadership is earned through time, consistency, and relentless attention to detail. Chapter 10: Tony Dungy's Influence and Consistent Leadership 00:25:03 – 00:27:11 Barber praises Dungy's calm, consistent, and humane leadership, noting life lessons beyond football. Dungy's emphasis on community, family, and philanthropy shaped players' post-career success and instilled humble confidence. Chapter 11: The Role of Coaching and Unified Execution 00:27:11 – 00:28:48 Coaches provide the plan and alignment. Barber stresses the importance of everyone executing the same call—even if imperfect—because unity drives results. Coaching is the vessel that moves teams collectively toward goals. Chapter 12: Transitioning After Football 00:28:48 – 00:31:16 Barber credits his twin brother and peers like John Lynch for guiding his post-career path into broadcasting and business. He cautions that NFL careers are short, advocates planning for what's next, and notes his "Plan A or bust" focus until retirement opened new doors. Chapter 13: Values: Humility, Resilience, and No Excuses 00:31:16 – 00:33:52 Personal values—authenticity, humility, and resilience—anchor Barber's approach. He honors his mother's example in overcoming adversity and reiterates a locker-room mantra: no excuses, no explanations, maintaining competence through challenges. Chapter 14: Mentoring for Greatness 00:33:52 – 00:36:37 Barber illustrates the difference between good and great with a story about mentoring Aqib Talib. By pulling Talib into extra study and routines, he models the "extra mile" required for elite performance, just as veterans once did for him. Chapter 15: Valspar Championship and Community Impact 00:36:37 – 00:39:29 Barber promotes the Valspar Championship's community footprint, volunteer network, and charitable giving surpassing $53 million over 50 years. He highlights strong sponsorship, player affinity for the venue, and the sales efforts of "Copperheads" that power the event. Chapter 16: Key Takeaways and Closing 00:39:29 – 00:40:11 The episode closes with three actionable themes for business: preparation builds confidence, consistency separates performers, and adaptability enables reinvention. Barber adds that being uncommon—pursuing unique, sometimes unconventional paths—drives best-in-class results.  

Jay Yu is a prominent DeepTech and NuclearTech entrepreneur with a Wall Street capital markets background. Driven by a vision to make energy more accessible, affordable, and sustainable worldwide, he currently serves as Executive Chairman & CEO of LIS Technologies Inc. (LIST) and Founder & Chairman of NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE). LIS Technologies is the only U.S.-origin and patented laser uranium enrichment technology company, delivering a revolutionary, energy- and cost-efficient approach that is set to redefine nuclear fuel industry standards while also producing medical and stable isotopes; including silicon-28 critical for AI and quantum computing. NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE) is the first publicly listed, vertically integrated advanced nuclear micro modular reactor company in the United States. Under Jay Yu's leadership, NNE acquired one of the highest Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and patented microreactor designs in development, achieved a market capitalization exceeding $3 billion, raised over $600 million in just a year and a half, and earned the title of Wall Street's Cinderella story of 2024 as the #1 Top IPO Performer. Leading a world-class team of nuclear engineers, former national leaders in military and policy, U.S. Department of Energy experts, national laboratory veterans, and regulatory specialists, Jay is developing smaller, simpler, and safer advanced nuclear microreactors. He brings deep expertise in corporate structuring, capital fundraising, and recruiting top-tier talent while passionately building strategic relationships and creating lasting value for partners and stakeholders. In 2021, Jay Yu was honored as one of The Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business; the highest recognition in the U.S. AAPI community. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Check out Maui Nui for wild Axis deer venison, harvested and shipped from Maui under USDA inspection—visit https://mauinuivenison.com/srs If you're serious about selling to the Department of War, go to https://SBIRAdvisors.com and mention Shawn Ryan for your first month free. Head to https://Superpower.com and use code SRS at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code SRS at https://www.stopboxusa.com/srs #stopboxpod Jay Yu Links: X - https://x.com/nano_nuclear IG - https://www.instagram.com/nanonuclear YT - https://www.youtube.com/@nanonuclearenergy NANO Nuclear - https://nanonuclearenergy.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can technology, innovation, and sustainable practices transform the architecture, engineering, and construction industry?On this episode of Practice Disrupted, I chat with Dave Lemont, the past CEO of Revit and the Executive Chairman of Acelab with over 30 years of experience in high-tech startup companies. In our conversation, Dave shares his invaluable insights on scaling software companies, revolutionizing the architecture industry, and the massive potential in the future of digital tools.First, Dave discusses how his passion for photography and architecture influenced his career path. He also highlights how his entrepreneurial mindset and desire to innovate the industry immensely helped him grow and lead his companies. Dave's expertise lies in identifying product-market fit and creating solutions that address broader market needs rather than niche segments.As the executive chairman of Acelab, Dave is dedicated to revolutionizing material management in the AEC space, allowing architects to access sustainable building materials efficiently. He touches on the potential of these digital tools in architecture and explains why architects need to be engaged in the evolution of AI.Architecture is an opportunity to do something for people in the world. Not all the software that I've managed or sold in my life had that potential impact. How this room feels affects me all day. Where you go to school, the efficiency of that building, and how our museums look or how we feel when we walk in – all of those things affect our lives. It's a privilege to be involved in technology that can make that more efficient. - Dave LemontTo wrap up the episode, Dave shares his recommendations on building your pipeline and adjusting workflow to keep your business afloat amidst the ever-changing and often confusing landscape architects operate within. Dave also shares his perspective on bridging the gap between traditional architectural practices and digital innovation while advising young architects to use a grassroots approach to incorporate new technology into their companies.Tune in next week for an episode about using people analytics to improve employee engagement.Guest:David LemontDavid Lemont is an accomplished business leader, go-to-market strategist, and advisor with over 30 years of experience in high-tech startup companies. David has extensive experience in SaaS business applications with keen expertise in construction tech. Helped five companies to successful exits to high-tech leaders such as Autodesk, Trimble, HP, Oracle, etc.He is best known for his role as CEO of Revit; the predominant way buildings are designed in 3D today. Dave is currently the Executive Chairman of Acelab.

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we're showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Terence Cryan, Executive Chairman of Westwater Resources, about the company's plan to develop the Coosa graphite deposit, advance the Kellyton processing plant, and strengthen the U.S. supply chain for battery-grade graphite ahead of the Deal Flow Discovery Conference. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Terence Cryan Terence J. Cryan rejoined the Westwater Resources Board as its Chairman in August 2017, and he became Executive Chairman on February 26, 2022. He previously served as a director from October 2006 to March 2016, served as Westwater's Interim President and Chief Executive Officer from September 2012 to March 2013, and served as Chairman of the Board from June 2014 through March 2016. Mr. Cryan is also Chairman of the Board of Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: OPTT), a renewable energy company providing electric power and communications solutions and services for offshore applications, where he has served as a director since October 2012. About Westwater Resources Westwater is focused on developing an advanced battery graphite business in the state of Alabama. As society grows more dependent on energy sources more sensitive to our environment, minerals such as graphite play important roles in our energy future. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments' founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on topics like dollar devaluation fears, the importance of time in the market versus timing the market, the potential risks posed by private credit markets during a period of financial crisis, the price-to-sales ratio and more. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Visit our episode page, where you'll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

This episode with my friend and HBS classmate Todd Wilcox was recorded before Todd was nominated for his current role as Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security. We speak about his background and views on business and the world. Todd Wilcox was sworn in as Assistant Secretary of State for Diplomatic Security (DS) on October 14, 2025. In this role, he leads the security and law enforcement arm of the U.S. Department of State, ensuring a safe environment for U.S. foreign policy operations. He oversees a global team of Special Agents, Diplomatic Couriers, Security Engineering Officers, Security Technical Specialists, contractors, and administrative personnel.Mr. Wilcox brings decades of leadership experience as a decorated combat veteran, former CIA case officer, and successful entrepreneur. Before joining the State Department, he founded Patriot Defense in 2005, a company dedicated to supporting those who defend America. He served as its Chief Executive Officer for 10 years before transitioning to Executive Chairman, where he guided the company's vision and acquisition strategy.Prior to his business career, Mr. Wilcox served as an Arabic-speaking CIA Field Operations Officer focused on Middle East and counterterrorism issues. His final assignment was as the CIA Liaison Officer to the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force in Orlando. He joined the CIA in 1997 after serving in the U.S. Army, where he earned the Green Beret as a Special Forces A-Team commander and completed a combat tour during Operation Desert Storm.Mr. Wilcox's achievements have been recognized by the U.S. Army ROTC Hall of Fame, Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year award, and the Orlando Business Journal's Veterans of Influence Award. He has served on the boards of the National Defense University Foundation, RAND Corporation's Center for Middle East Public Policy, and the Orlando Economic Partnership.An active member of the Young Professionals Organization (YPO), Mr. Wilcox also serves as Treasurer of Business Force, a nonprofit political action committee.

Wonderful interview this week with Frank Holmes, CEO of U.S. Global Investors and the Executive Chairman of Hive Blockchain Technologies. Frank has some interesting things to say about a range of topics, including the extinction of our smaller coinage, future Fed rate cuts and more.

Mining Stock Daily discusses the latest developments in Collective Mining's projects, particularly focusing on the San Antonio and Guayabales projects. Ari Sussman, Executive Chairman, shares insights on drilling results from both San Antonio and Apollo, exploration strategies for 2026, and the economic potential of tungsten in the Apollo project. The discussion also touches on market valuation, investor interest, and future goals for resource estimates.

Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong has been a pioneer, leading the way in cancer research. As the Founder,  Executive Chairman, Global Chief Medical & Technology Officer at ImmunityBio, Dr. Soon-Shiong is changing the paradigm in how to treat cancer. Our body needs a strong, healthy immune response to overcome cancer. Chemotherapy weakens the immune system significantly, essentially wiping out our body's best defense of cancer and tumors, the natural killer cell. The natural killer cells in our body destroy and kill cancer cells, without them, we are fighting a losing battle. Dr. Soon-Shiong's invention Anktiva, is a superagonist fusion complex that selectively activates Natural Killer (NK) cells and memory T cells enabling immune amplification rather than immune suppression. This treatment has shown long term success with over a million pages of data. This data is sitting in the hands of the FDA, but unfortunately our FDA has not reviewed it. Saudi Arabia on the other hand, has chosen longevity science and healthspan as a measure of GDP and has approved Anktiva for use in the country. This 30 minute outpatient procedure is now available in Saudi Arabia for patients dealing with cancer. Will the success of this treatment in Saudi Arabia convince the FDA to approve this treatment in America or will Americans be forced into medical tourism to treat cancer successfully and save lives? Featuring: Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong Executive Chairman, Global Chief Medical & Technology Officer | ImmunityBio https://immunitybio.com/ My latest book Trump 2.0: The Revolution That Will Permanently Transform America is available for preorder, just click the link: https://a.co/d/67kKgje Today's show is sponsored by: Patriot Mobile Take a stand for faith, family, and freedom—switch to Patriot Mobile. Patriot Mobile provides PREMIUM service on all three major U.S. networks. Patriot Mobile is the same or even better coverage, backed by 100% U.S.-based customer support. Get unlimited data plans, mobile hotspots, international roaming, and more with Patriot Mobile. Take a stand as a PATRIOT by going to https://PatriotMobile.com/SPICER or call 972-PATRIOT for a FREE month! Joi + Blokes Are you dragging through your days with no energy, zero motivation and stubborn belly fat? That dad bod, brain fog, and lack of drive aren't character flaws—they're symptoms, usually tied to hormones. Joi + Blokes connects you with licensed clinicians that can tell you what's going on in your body and create a plan to fix it. TRT, peptide therapy, NAD+, enclomiphene—these are treatments that get to the root cause and help you feel stronger, sharper, and present. So, stop guessing and start getting answers. Head to http://joiandblokes.com/sean right now and use code sean for 50% OFF your labs and 20% OFF all supplements! ------------------------------------------------------------- 1️⃣ Subscribe and ring the bell for new videos: https://youtube.com/seanmspicer?sub_confirmation=1 2️⃣ Become a part of The Sean Spicer Show community: https://www.seanspicer.com/ 3️⃣ Listen to the full audio show on all platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-spicer-show/id1701280578 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/32od2cKHBAjhMBd9XntcUd iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-sean-spicer-show-120471641/ 4️⃣ Stay in touch with Sean on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanmspicer Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicer Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanmspicer/ 5️⃣ Follow The Sean Spicer Show on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanspicershow Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicershow Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanspicershow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices