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THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas
Inoue vs Cardenas | Canelo vs Scull | Garcia vs Romero | Lopez vs Barboza | Haney vs Ramirez & More

THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 128:55


Teddy Atlas and co-host Teddy III cover all the fights from the past weekend. From Times Square, NYC card with Ryan Garcia and Rolly Romero as the main event to Riyadh Saudi Arabia for the Super Middleweight King Canelo's title defense vs William Skull and lastly, to Las Vegas, NV for Top 3 P4P Fighter Naoya Inoue's title defense vs Ramon Cardenas.Also, all undercard fight recaps in boxing as well as UFC Fight Night Coverage from Des Moines, IA.Thanks for being with us. The best way to support is to subscribe, share the episode and check out our sponsors:https://athleticgreens.com/atlas Timestamps:00:00 - Intro06:05 - Lopez vs Barboza11:20 - Haney vs Ramirez21:27 - Garcia vs Romero40:15 - Haney vs Garcia 243:45 - Bakole vs Ajagba51:55 - Surace vs Munguia 01:01:41 - Canelo vs Scull01:21:30 - Espinoza vs Vasquez01:34:25 - Inoue vs Cardenas1:48:55 - RDR vs Nickal02:00:20 - Sandhagen vs Figueiredo TEDDY'S AUDIOBOOKAmazon/Audible: https://amzn.to/32104DRiTunes/Apple: https://apple.co/32y813rTHE FIGHT T-SHIRTShttps://teddyatlas.comTEDDY'S SOCIAL MEDIATwitter - http://twitter.com/teddyatlasrealInstagram - http://instagram.com/teddy_atlasTikTok - https://twitter.com/Teddy_Atlas_RealTHE FIGHT WITH TEDDY ATLAS SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram - http://instagram.com/thefightWTATwitter - http://twitter.com/thefightwtaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheFightwithTeddyAtlasThanks for tuning in. Please be sure to subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The JP Emerson Show
Cruisin' with Kendra Sommer: Igniting Global Car Culture with Tenacious Flair and Unstoppable Drive

The JP Emerson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 56:11


Kendra Sommer is in an On-Air Personality at Cruisin With Kendra and CEO at CWK Media. A dynamic and influential figure in the automotive and marine industries, blending her journalism roots with entrepreneurial ventures. Her work through CWK Media and "Cruisin' with Kendra" continues to shape car culture & promote industry engagement worldwide such as covering the Saudi Crown Prince Car Show in Riyadh Saudi Arabia, to events much closer to home. With a keen eye for detail, she continues to be tenacious and ambitious delivering a wide range of content, from technical reports to her in depth coverage of SEMA. Discover the woman who is as easy going as your favorite episode of I love Lucy, or as fierce and driven as a honey badger. Connect with Kendra here: https://www.cruisinwithkendra.com https://www.facebook.com/kendra.sommer https://www.instagram.com/kendrasommer https://www.youtube.com/@KendraSommer Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at doug@turnkeypodcast.com or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Tha Boxing Voice
☎️WBC Boxing Grand Prix in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Live Fight Chat + News And Notes

Tha Boxing Voice

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 369:46


#wbc #turkialalshikh #daznboxing ️️️☎️WBC Boxing Grand Prix in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Live Fight Chat + News And Notes

THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas
Bivol/Beterbiev 2 Recap | Last Crescendo Full Card Review |Junto Nakatani's Win |Davis/Roach Preview

THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 110:44


Teddy and Teddy recap the Undisputed Light Heavyweight rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, as well as reviewing the entire "Last Crescendo" Card which took place on February 22 from Riyadh Saudi Arabia featuring 7 World Title Fights.Teddy also recaps Junto Nakatani's impressive 3rd round win on 2/24 from Japan and previews Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach Jr on March 1.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro07:40 - Joshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith19:28 - Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel31:07 - SPONSOR31:41 - Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Israil Madrimov45:23 - Carlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz1:00:21 - Shakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley01:11:38 - Joseph Parker vs Bakole01:26:45 - Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev01:41:29 - Junto Nakatani vs. David Cuellar01:45:43 - Tank Davis vs Lamonte RoachThanks for being with us. The best way to support is to subscribe, share the episode and check out our sponsors:https://athleticgreens.com/atlas https://mybookie.ag - use promo code ATLASTEDDY'S AUDIOBOOKAmazon/Audible: https://amzn.to/32104DRiTunes/Apple: https://apple.co/32y813rTHE FIGHT T-SHIRTShttps://teddyatlas.comTEDDY'S SOCIAL MEDIATwitter - http://twitter.com/teddyatlasrealInstagram - http://instagram.com/teddy_atlasTHE FIGHT WITH TEDDY ATLAS SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram - http://instagram.com/thefightWTATwitter - http://twitter.com/thefightwtaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheFightwithTeddyAtlasThanks for tuning in. Please be sure to subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas
Bivol/Beterbiev 2 Recap | Last Crescendo Full Card Review |Junto Nakatani's Win |Davis/Roach Preview

THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 110:44


Teddy and Teddy recap the Undisputed Light Heavyweight rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, as well as reviewing the entire "Last Crescendo" Card which took place on February 22 from Riyadh Saudi Arabia featuring 7 World Title Fights.Teddy also recaps Junto Nakatani's impressive 3rd round win on 2/24 from Japan and previews Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach Jr on March 1.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro07:40 - Joshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith19:28 - Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel31:07 - SPONSOR31:41 - Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Israil Madrimov45:23 - Carlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz1:00:21 - Shakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley01:11:38 - Joseph Parker vs Bakole01:26:45 - Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev01:41:29 - Junto Nakatani vs. David Cuellar01:45:43 - Tank Davis vs Lamonte RoachThanks for being with us. The best way to support is to subscribe, share the episode and check out our sponsors:https://athleticgreens.com/atlas https://mybookie.ag - use promo code ATLASTEDDY'S AUDIOBOOKAmazon/Audible: https://amzn.to/32104DRiTunes/Apple: https://apple.co/32y813rTHE FIGHT T-SHIRTShttps://teddyatlas.comTEDDY'S SOCIAL MEDIATwitter - http://twitter.com/teddyatlasrealInstagram - http://instagram.com/teddy_atlasTHE FIGHT WITH TEDDY ATLAS SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram - http://instagram.com/thefightWTATwitter - http://twitter.com/thefightwtaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheFightwithTeddyAtlasThanks for tuning in. Please be sure to subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alternative Visions
Alternative Visions- Trump Restructures the Empire (Part 1)

Alternative Visions

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 56:32


 Today's show first of two parts on how current events, geopolitical and US domestic, represent the start of a fundamental US restructuring of its global empire. US-Russia meeting in Riyadh Saudi Arabia marks the opening event. What happened in Riyadh? Zelensky reacts. European leaders in tizzy over being side-lined. Starmer (UK)-Macron (France) on coming Europe take over of the war as US bows out. Implications of US-EU feuding for future of NATO. US VP Vance's speech in Munich. Current emerging restructuring of US empire in context of prior restructurings in 1913-1919, 1944-50, and 1979-85. Next week: How Trump domestic policy (economic & political) and DOGE $2T spending cuts reflects US imperial restructuring as well.

PRS Global Open Keynotes
“Discussing Resident Work and Sleep Patterns” with Mohin Bhadkamkar MD - a Resident Ambassador Special Edition

PRS Global Open Keynotes

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 19:21


In this special Resident Review episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Mohin Bhadkamkar discusses the sleep and work patterns for residents doing on-call from home.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Work Where You Live or Live Where You Work? Resident Work and Sleep Patterns While on “Home Call” by David T. Mitchell, Noa G. Koppin, Michael T. Talanker, Mohin A. Bhadkamkar, Erik S. Marques, Matthew R. Greives and David C. Hopkins. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2024/09000/work_where_you_live_or_live_where_you_work_.45.aspx Dr. Mohin Bhadkamkar is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Assistant Professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UT Health in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hatan Mortada a plastic surgery resident at the King Soud University Medical City in Riyadh Saudi Arabia and a current Resident Ambassador for PRS Global Open. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

Big Fight Weekend
Oleksandr Usyk Repeats Over Tyson Fury + Undercard Recap, News And Holyfield Nostalgia | Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast

Big Fight Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 73:57


Just days before Christmas we are back with a recap of the unified heavyweight title rematch win by Oleksandr Usyk Saturday night over Tyson Fury and more on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack are back and they have the recap of the Riyadh Season/DAZN PPV card in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.Oleksandr Usyk validated his May win by decisioning Tyson Fury in the rematch and retains lineal/WBC/WBO/WBA heavyweight crowns. What's next for both men? Dubois rematch for Usyk? Joshua for Fury? And, does Usyk belong in any "all-time" conversations at heavyweight?On the undercard, rising British heavyweight Moses Itauma destroys Demsey McKean in the first round, Serhii Bohachuk TKO6 on late replacement Ishmael Davis in a WBC 154 eliminator and British heavys Johnny Fisher and David Allen fought a wild battle.  The boys go over it all.There's news with Jaron Ennis telling Eddie Hearn to stop negotiating a possible Teofmo Lopez defense? WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE? Matchroom/DAZN recently announced their six events for the first quarter of 2025. You'll be underwhelmed as a U.S. fight fan.And, the IBF ordered an all-French super middleweight final eliminator between unbeaten young star Christian Mbilli and European champion Kevin Lele Sadjo,  And one bit of Nostalgia, as on Dec. 20, 2008 – 16 years ago on Friday – one of most heinous robberies ever! Nikolai Valuev decisioned legendary Evander Holyfield to retain WBA heavyweight title in Zurich, Switzerland (PPV in the US). Holyfield was 46, going for a fifth heavyweight title reign and woulda been old heavyweight titleholder but was outright robbed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! according to Dan.Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

Big Fight Weekend
Oleksandr Usyk Repeats Over Tyson Fury + Undercard Recap, News And Holyfield Nostalgia | Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast

Big Fight Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 73:57


Just days before Christmas we are back with a recap of the unified heavyweight title rematch win by Oleksandr Usyk Saturday night over Tyson Fury and more on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack are back and they have the recap of the Riyadh Season/DAZN PPV card in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.Oleksandr Usyk validated his May win by decisioning Tyson Fury in the rematch and retains lineal/WBC/WBO/WBA heavyweight crowns. What's next for both men? Dubois rematch for Usyk? Joshua for Fury? And, does Usyk belong in any "all-time" conversations at heavyweight?On the undercard, rising British heavyweight Moses Itauma destroys Demsey McKean in the first round, Serhii Bohachuk TKO6 on late replacement Ishmael Davis in a WBC 154 eliminator and British heavys Johnny Fisher and David Allen fought a wild battle.  The boys go over it all.There's news with Jaron Ennis telling Eddie Hearn to stop negotiating a possible Teofmo Lopez defense? WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE? Matchroom/DAZN recently announced their six events for the first quarter of 2025. You'll be underwhelmed as a U.S. fight fan.And, the IBF ordered an all-French super middleweight final eliminator between unbeaten young star Christian Mbilli and European champion Kevin Lele Sadjo,  And one bit of Nostalgia, as on Dec. 20, 2008 – 16 years ago on Friday – one of most heinous robberies ever! Nikolai Valuev decisioned legendary Evander Holyfield to retain WBA heavyweight title in Zurich, Switzerland (PPV in the US). Holyfield was 46, going for a fifth heavyweight title reign and woulda been old heavyweight titleholder but was outright robbed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! according to Dan.Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

Fight Disciples Podcast
BOXING: Oleksandr Usyk v Tyson Fury 2. FINAL PREDICTION

Fight Disciples Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 30:32


Fight Disciples Adam Catterall and Nick Peet give their prediction for the biggest fight in boxing as Oleksandr Usyk defends his world titles in a rematch with Tyson Fury, this Saturday night in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.

Fight Disciples Podcast
BOXING: Oleksandr Usyk v Tyson Fury 2 PREVIEW

Fight Disciples Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 55:16


Fight Disciples Adam Catterall and Nick Peet preview the biggest fight in boxing as Oleksandr Usyk defends his world titles in a rematch with Tyson Fury, this Saturday night in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.

Fight Disciples Podcast
PFL PREVIEW: Brendan Loughnane, Timur Khizriev, Dakota Ditcheva, Taila Santos, Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Fight Disciples Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 19:10


Fight Disciples Adam Catterall is in Riyadh Saudi Arabia for the PFL world championships which feature Brendan Loughnane and Dakota Ditcheva in very difficult fights. As well as the main and co-main event which you already know about what else is there to enjoy on the fight card? Adam gives you a preview of the 6, 1 million dollar fights.

The Mettleset Podcast
73. Women's Sports News This Week

The Mettleset Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 11:57


Get the latest on women's sports in the Middle East and beyond! This week we discuss:Egyptian Fencing Controversy - Egyptian Olympian Nada Hafez and her teammates speak out against age-based discrimination from the Egyptian Fencing Federation. More info: Nada Hafez's social media post Egyptian Fencing Federation ResponseECWR Statement on DiscriminationUAE Women's Jiu-Jitsu Triumph - UAE's female Jiu-Jitsu athletes shine at the World Championships, securing podium spots.Tennis - Ons Jabeur Returns! -The "Minister of Happiness" is back for the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open. Related Links: Get TicketsWTA Finals Debut in Riyadh - Saudi Arabia hosts its first professional women's tennis tournament, aiming to inspire the next generation.Related Links: WTA Finals TicketsBurj to Burj Half Marathon - Dubai's iconic race approaches gender parity, with a goal of reaching 50/50 participation!Related Links: http://burj2burj.com Be sure to follow us on @themettleset for more sports updates, culture, and conversation. Remember to like, follow, and subscribe. Got a news tip? Email us at hello@themettleset.com.

Travelnews Online | Rebuilding Travel | Trending | eTurboNews
Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister to promote the Bahamas in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Travelnews Online | Rebuilding Travel | Trending | eTurboNews

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 3:08


Radio Islam
Navigating parenthood as a South African living abroad: Bibi Ayesha, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Radio Islam

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 15:55


Navigating parenthood as a South African living abroad: Bibi Ayesha, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Radio Islam

PRS Global Open Keynotes
“Cosmetic Surgery Revision Rate and the Resident Impact” with Steven Davison MD and Eleanor Ball - a Resident Ambassador Special Edition

PRS Global Open Keynotes

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 33:29


In this special Resident Review episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Steven Davison and Ms. Eleanor Ball, discuss the rates of revision following cosmetic surgery with and without resident involvement. This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: Revision Rates in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery with and without Resident Involvement by Ashley Newman, Antonina R. Caudill, Eleanor Ball and Steven P. Davison. Read the article for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/RevisionRate Dr. Davison is a triple board-certified facial plastic surgeon and otolaryngology who is in practice in Washington DC and Georgetown University Hospital. Ms. Eleanor Ball is a medical student at George Washington University Your host, Dr. Hatan Mortada a plastic surgery resident at the King Soud University Medical City in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. He is also one of the 2024 Resident Ambassador for PRS Global Open. #PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery

Monocle 24: The Menu
Food Neighbourhoods #389: Bujairi Terrace, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Monocle 24: The Menu

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 7:39


This week, we're heading to Saudi Arabia to get a taste of the country's culinary offerings at Bujairi Terrace in Riyadh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Joe Reis Show
Angel Narciso - Live From LEAP Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

The Joe Reis Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 54:34


Angel Narciso and I hung out at LEAP Riyadh, alongside 215K attendees (wtf?). We chat about all sorts of stuff in the data world, including some blunt convos on the modern data stack and AI, among other things.

Escape Your Limits
LIFTS Episode 20 - "LIVE" from Beyond Activ, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (KSA) Where We Take a Deep Dive into the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories Shaping the Future of the Sector

Escape Your Limits

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 38:58


Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S. This episode is part of a series of recordings live from the EMEA's biggest Health, Fitness, Wellness and Sports Festival, Beyond Activ. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of Sweatworks, are joined by industry heavyweight, Chris Clawson, recently appointed Chief Commercial Officer at EGYM and former Life Fitness CEO, to discuss the status of the fitness industry as well as the opportunities and challenges facing the future of fitness.  Topics discussed in this LIFTS episode, include: ·        Looking at the fitness industry with a fresh set of eyes. ·        The challenge of inbreeding within the fitness industry. ·        Different market phases; laggards, leaders and drivers. ·        The reasons why Peloton was so successful. ·        From content creation to capturing, captivating and keeping the customer. ·        Fitness Industry growth in the Middle East. ·        AI-powered fitness technology and its impact. ====================================================== Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on your notifications so you never miss a new video when it's published: https://www.youtube.com/user/EscapeFitness Shop gym equipment: https://escapefitness.com/shop View our full catalog:  https://escapefitness.com/support/catalog https://escapefitness.com/support/catalogue  ====================================================== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Escapefitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapefitness Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/escapefitness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/escapefitness/

Escape Your Limits
LIFTS Episode 19 - "LIVE" from Beyond Activ, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (KSA) Where We Take a Deep Dive into the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories Shaping the Future of the Sector

Escape Your Limits

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 115:12


Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S. This episode is the second part of a two-part podcast series recorded live at the EMEA's biggest Health, Fitness, Wellness and Sports Festival, Beyond Activ, Feb 20-22, 2024. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of Sweatworks, dive into the opportunities that exist for operators, suppliers, investors and developers keen to establish a presence in the UAE. Our hosts are joined by an eclectic mix of international industry disruptors, all finding their way and successfully developing businesses in the KSA and wider UAE region.  Please welcome to this podcast, Adnan Alkhalaf , Leejam; Lindsay Madden-Nadeau, Red Sea Global;  Herman Rutgers, EuropeActive;  Dr. Dimitri Koutsoubakis, & Gareth Jones, Wellfit; David Stalker, Group CEO MyZone and Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi, Physique 57. Topics discussed in this LIFTS episode, include: ·        The impact of Beyond Activ in the KSA. ·        Prevalent KSA population health issues tacked by an active lifestyle. ·        A winning mindset for business success in the KSA. ·        Responsible tourism and regenerative development in Saudi Arabia. ·        Setting new standards and building sustainable Giga environments. ·        How the KSA can learn from the rest of the world to drive growth and success. ·        The importance of ‘network' and ‘collaboration.' ·        The challenges of educating a population.       The need to ‘love' rather than ‘wow' consumers. ====================================================== Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on your notifications so you never miss a new video when it's published: https://www.youtube.com/user/EscapeFitness Shop gym equipment: https://escapefitness.com/shop View our full catalog:  https://escapefitness.com/support/catalog https://escapefitness.com/support/catalogue  ====================================================== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Escapefitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapefitness Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/escapefitness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/escapefitness/

Escape Your Limits
LIFTS Episode 18 - "LIVE" from Beyond Activ in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Where We Take a Deep Dive Into the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories Shaping the Future of the Sector

Escape Your Limits

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 108:43


Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S. This episode is part-one of a two-part podcast series recorded live at the EMEA's biggest Health, Fitness, Wellness and Sports Festival, Beyond Activ, Feb 20-22, 2024. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of Sweatworks, talk to fitness and wellness operators experiencing huge success in the Kingdom of Saud Arabia (KSA) and take a deep dive into the reasons why, right now, the KSA is providing the perfect environment for culturally aligned fitness and wellness businesses to thrive. On this episode our hosts are joined by: Abdul Mohsin, Brand Ambassador, Delta Fitness Abbas Almas, Senior Director of Marketing, Sales and Business Development, Kun Sports Ross Stewart Campbell, Founder and CEO, Beyond Activ Shadan Alsagri, Deputy COO, Leejam Sports Emlyn Brown, Global Senior Vice President, Accor Jason Tubbs, CEO, Fitness First Middle East Nathan Clute, CSO, Armah Sports Company  In this episode, topics discussed include: ·        KSA's Fitness Business Blueprint: Components of success. ·        Cultural considerations when hosting an event in the KSA. ·        Saudi Arabia's Active Vision 2030. ·        Cultural evolution in the KSA and its impact on the fitness industry. ·        Collaboration: key to creating luxury fitness and wellness environments. ·        Building sustainable giga environments. ·        The talent challenge: recruiting and training quality personal trainers. ·        Cultural challenges: Importing western brands into the KSA.        Why 1Rebel did not succeed in the KSA. ====================================================== Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on your notifications so you never miss a new video when it's published: https://www.youtube.com/user/EscapeFitness Shop gym equipment: https://escapefitness.com/shop View our full catalog:  https://escapefitness.com/support/catalog https://escapefitness.com/support/catalogue  ====================================================== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Escapefitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapefitness Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/escapefitness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/escapefitness/

PRS Global Open Keynotes
Chat GPT in Plastic Surgery

PRS Global Open Keynotes

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 18:12


In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Hatan Mortada discusses the potential uses of Chat GPT in plastic surgery This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: Utilization of ChatGPT-4 in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: A Narrative Review by Fahad K. Aljindan, Mohammed H. Shawosh, Lamees Altamimi, Sultan Arif and Hatan Mortada. Read the article for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com:https://bit.ly/CHATGPTUtility Dr. Hatan Mortada a plastic surgery resident at the King Soud University Medical City in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. He is also one of the 2024 Resident Ambassador for PRS Global Open. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery

Mouthing off With Mike Wrestling Podcast
WWE Crown Jewel 2023 Predictions!

Mouthing off With Mike Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 19:08


Welcome in to the Mouthing Off With Mike Wrestling Podcast #WWECrownJewel 2023 prediction video!!! This episode Im giving you MY picks on who I think is going to win their respective matches at Crown Jewel Saturday Morning from Riyadh Saudi Arabia!! Make sure you Subscribe so you don't miss more MOWM content!! Socials: WWE SHOP Affiliate Link: http://wwe-shop.sjv.io/MOWM Riverside Affiliate Link: https://www.riverside.fm/?via=MOWM Twitter (X): https://x.com/mowm_podcast?s=21&t=W2AAUu4wXi4tdnUBrsrw5g Instagram: https://instagram.com/mowm_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MOWM.Podcast?mibextid=LQQJ4d TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mowm_podcast?_t=8g7NeYC4I06&_r=1 All My Links: https://linktr.ee/mowm_wrestlingpodcast Special Thanks to Chad The Wikked Foster for the Mouthing Off With Mike Wrestling Podcast Theme Song!! Check his stuff out here: https://youtube.com/channel/UC0lHSiCWYW0Ky0iKEvwK4yQ?si=rVRGvIP3-JUmcYsX

High Spot Podcast
HSP Crown Jewel Preview Show & Ric Flair is ALL ELITE

High Spot Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 70:39


#WWE #CrownJewel #RicFlairJeff & The Trendsetter are previewing this Saturday's WWE Crown Jewel Premium Live Event (PLE) from Riyadh Saudi Arabia. Plus, we react to Ric Flair joining AEW on a multi-year deal & much more!Give Us A Shot Network YouTube- @GiveUsAShotNetwork Give Us A Shot Network Instagram- @giveusashotHigh Spot Podcast on YouTube YT- @HighSpotPodcast High Spot Podcast X- @highspotpodcast IG- @highspotpodcastTikTok- @hsppodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3233175/advertisement

The #ShareYourHotness Podcast
#93 –Mark Hasara - A Conversation about Honeymoon

The #ShareYourHotness Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 82:16


Episode Notes Lieutenant Colonel Mark Hasara is a former United States Air Force KC-135 instructor pilot and veteran of four wars. As Deputy Commander of the cadre tasked with building the world's only TOPGUN-style school for the Air Force KC-135 fleet, Mark and the cadre developed the 509th Weapons Squadron, the only PhD-level school on global air refueling operations. Eight days after 9/11, Mark began a series of deployments to the Middle East planning and executing air refueling operations for all six coalition nations as Chief of the Air Refueling Control Team from an allied Air Operations Center near Riyadh Saudi Arabia. In twenty-six days, this team of 30 US and International airmen planned and executed operations transferring enough fuel to allow a Ford F-150 truck to make 2685 round trips to the moon. Mark was selected as a curriculum director at National Defense University's Joint and Combined Warfighter School, training US and international officers in the campaign and military operations. Leaving the Air Force in 2007, Mark led a Systems Engineering team designing cockpits for military aircraft working for Rockwell Collins. His autobiographical book Tanker Pilot: Lessons from the Cockpit was published by Simon & Schuster in November 2017. Mark began hosting the Lessons from the Cockpit podcast in October 2021, educating and entertaining his audience with flying stories but more importantly what did aviators learn from those extreme and extraordinary events in the air? A gifted stage speaker, Mark instructs audiences on the three words every pilot uses to get through any bad situation: Aviate, Navigate, and Communicate. His website is markhasara.com He and his wife Valerie live in Salt Lake City Utah and are parents to five children.

The Authentic Photographer | by @scopioimages
CEO of Scopio talks about the Creator Economy at LEAP conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Authentic Photographer | by @scopioimages

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 12:06


CEO of Scopio talks about the Creator Economy at LEAP conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Watch the full video on Youtube https://youtu.be/214IBsKIY1I Learn more about LEAP here and the creator ecosystem in Saudi Arabia https://www.onegiantleap.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scopio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scopio/support

The Authentic Photographer | by @scopioimages
Metaverse: Perspectives on Investment Opportunities at LEAP Panel with CEO of Scopio - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Authentic Photographer | by @scopioimages

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 36:23


This talk is titled Into the Metaverse: Perspectives on Investment Opportunities with Sandeep Bhadra, Vertex Ventures, Salwa Radwi from NuqtahNFT, Tat Sam Lai from Meta Incubator on Feb 9th 2023. Read more about the event here: https://www.onegiantleap.com/ Into New Worlds Investor Stage Riyadh Front Expo Centre, Saudi Arabia 4 - 7 March 2024 نحو آفاق جديدة واجهة الرياض للمعارض و المؤتمرات 9-6 فبراير 2023 Watch full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HbSOW-bJ-A --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scopio/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scopio/support

The Debate
Xi Jinping in Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's royal welcome of Chinese president worries the West

The Debate

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 46:12


The red carpet has been rolled out for Chinese President Xi Jinping in Riyadh. Xi is set to meet some 30 heads of state and businesses during his three-day state visit. China is the top customer for Saudi oil and both sides are keen to expand their relationship at a time of economic turmoil and geopolitical uncertainty. The Chinese leader's visit coincides with a US judge dismissing a lawsuit against the Saudi crown prince over the horrific 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
A global update on travel and tourism from the WTTC Global Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 51:52


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The World Travel and Tourism Council Global Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where 55 separate ministers of tourism, five heads of state, and Fortune 500 CEOs met to discuss one of the largest industries in the world: travel and tourism. Peter sits down with Marriott CEO Tony Capuano for an update on the current state of affairs in hotels. They'll talk about staff shortages, service cuts to expensive hotel room rates across the board, and what people are stealing from hotels. And how do you manage growth in a world of over tourism? A case study: the island of Zanzibar. Peter talks with H.E. Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, the President of Zanzibar about the double edged sword of growth and revenue versus protecting the environment. Another fragile destination -- when it comes to dependence on tourism and managing growth: The Bahamas. The country's Tourism Minister, Chester Cooper, weighs in with the challenges and the promise. And the unforgiving, ticking clock that's either driving change...or preventing it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
A global update on travel and tourism from the WTTC Global Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 51:52


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The World Travel and Tourism Council Global Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where 55 separate ministers of tourism, five heads of state, and Fortune 500 CEOs met to discuss one of the largest industries in the world: travel and tourism. Peter sits down with Marriott CEO Tony Capuano for an update on the current state of affairs in hotels. They'll talk about staff shortages, service cuts to expensive hotel room rates across the board, and what people are stealing from hotels. And how do you manage growth in a world of over tourism? A case study: the island of Zanzibar. Peter talks with H.E. Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, the President of Zanzibar about the double edged sword of growth and revenue versus protecting the environment. Another fragile destination -- when it comes to dependence on tourism and managing growth: The Bahamas. The country's Tourism Minister, Chester Cooper, weighs in with the challenges and the promise. And the unforgiving, ticking clock that's either driving change...or preventing it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Media Show (Video)
Ignite the Sound – Riyadh Saudi Arabia Report #518

New Media Show (Video)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 82:14


Todd Cochrane, Founder of Blubrry Podcasting, and Rob Greenlee, VP of Content and Partnerships at Libsyn, talk about Todd's trip to Riyadh and the creator society exploding there. Rob gives a run down on NAB in New York as well. The post Ignite the Sound – Riyadh Saudi Arabia Report #518 appeared first on New Media Show.

5 Minutes Podcast with Ricardo Vargas
Directly from the Global Project Management Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

5 Minutes Podcast with Ricardo Vargas

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 7:53


In this week's episode, Ricardo talks about the Global Project Management Forum 2022 in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is investing in a series of megaprojects called "Vision 2030" that involve all aspects of society, from housing construction and financing to the liberation and promotion of tourism, from the digital government, using artificial intelligence big data in healthcare to the administration of the NEOM megaproject, which aims to be a new model of sustainable living, work, and prosperity. These are investments in the hundreds of billions of dollars. The event was the first in Saudi Arabia, focusing on project management at the heart of the skills required to make these mega projects a reality. Visit NEOM.com for you to realize the dimension of a piece of this transformation. Listen to this week's #5minpodcast to learn more.

The 966
More on the major military transformation underway in Saudi Arabia with former USMTM chief Col. Brad Gandy and much more...

The 966

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 87:26


1:00 -- Saudi Arabia's incredible, award-winning pavilion at Dubai's Expo 2020 signed off with a big ceremony. Will Saudi Arabia host Expo 2030? Of the top 5 candidate-cities, two are in Russia and Ukraine. The Russian invasion of Ukraine weakens their candidacy, leaving Saudi Arabia in competition with only Italy (which hosted in 2015) and South Korea. So, what would an Expo 2030 Riyadh Saudi Arabia look like? Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the Saudi bid to host Expo 2030 in October last year and the Kingdom submitted its formal application in December to the Bureau International des Expositions, the organization behind the expo.In its presentation to the BIE in December, Saudi Arabia outlined bold plans to transform Riyadh and the rest of the country into a world-class venue for global connectivity, culture and climate action.Indeed, Riyadh is a fast-changing city, and the hosts agree, could make for an excellent host to Expo 2030.7:07 -- Trojena in Saudi Arabia at Neom: You have to see this ambitious new tourism project in the mountains along Saudi Arabia's northwest coast.Trojena is newly announced year-round tourist destination that will consist of a series of facilities such as the ski village, ultra-luxury family and wellness resorts, a wide range of retail stores and restaurants, in addition to sports activities, including a ski slope, watersports and mountain biking, as well as an interactive nature reserve, according to Saudi Press Agency. The project is set to be ready by 2026.The location has some winter-feeling temperatures: the temp in the mountains above NEOM frequently drops below zero celcius. Located at approximately 2,600 meters above sea level, outdoor skiing will be a unique feature of Trojena which is positioning itself as the GCC's first outdoor skiing destination.14:38 -- The 966 talks with Col. Brad Gandy, former Chief of the US Training Mission in Saudi Arabia (USMTM) about the U.S.-Saudi security relationship and the ongoing transformation in Saudi Arabia's military. Col. Gandy has one of the more impressive resumes out there. Before serving as head of USMTM in Saudi Arabia, he served as the senior US defense official and defense attache to Yemen, and he has spent years in the region and in Saudi Arabia in various capacities. He also served as U.S. army attache to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia between 2006 and 2010...The hosts ask Brad to help us better understand what the USMTM is and the role it plays, how the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process works, and more.The hosts also ask about the ongoing military transformation in Saudi Arabia and the role USMTM plays in it. The Saudi defense transformation plan is coordinating with the USMTM by embedding, for the first time ever, U.S. military and civilian advisors throughout the Saudi Ministry of Defense, and that included select U.S. defense companies to implement advice, assist, and mentor components of the project.As chief of the USMTM from 2019-2021, Col. Gandy oversaw this process.1:08:47 - Yallah! Six storylines to get you up to date on Saudi Arabia headed into the Weekend. •Riyadh Season 2021, the marquis festival of the Saudi Seasons program closes today after a 5-month run begun on October 20, 2021. It has welcomed over 15 million visitors to its 13 zones, spanning 5.4 million square meters. With the slogan 'Imagine More' this Riyadh Season included several concerts performed by the likes of Sean Paul, Pitbull, Amr Diab, and Mohamed Hamaki, among many others. According to Trade Arabia it also hosted the kingdom's first cosplay event, attended by hundreds of Saudi nationals, residents and visitors who dressed up as their favorite movie and cartoon characters.•The second phase of Saudi Arabia's decision to localize professions in grocery stores and supermarkets came into force on Monday, according to a report in the Saudi Gazette. This phase aims to reduce the number of foreign staff in sales by half in the roles of department manager, deputy branch manager, and branch manager. As of 2021, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) announced the localization of 20 professions and activities from a variety of sectors, as well as the establishment of nearly 378,000 employment openings.•Saudi budget airline flynas is in negotiations with both Boeing and its current supplier Airbus to buy aircraft worth $13 billion to $15 billion, according to a report in Reuters. The carrier has increased the number of planned new orders to 250 aircraft and also plans to increase the number of destinations to 165 from 70.•About 499,000 Saudis entered the employment market in 2021; an average of 1,367 Saudis per day, according to an Okaz/Saudi Gazette study of recently released government reports. The total number of male and female Saudi employees in the local labor market reached about 2.25 million in 2021, marking a 28.51% increase from 2020, when their number reached about 1.75 million.•FDI inflows totaled $19.3 billion, the most since 2010, according to data published by the Saudi central bank on Monday. according to Bloomberg. The bulk of last year's FDI total was from state oil company Saudi Aramco selling a $12.4 billion stake in an oil pipelines entity to investors led by EIG Global Energy Partners LLC. A new national investment strategy last year set an FDI target of more than $100 billion annually by 2030.•SPA announced on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia deposited $5 billion in Egypt's central bank as the Egyptian economy faces new economic pressures as a result of the war in Ukraine. On March 21 Egypt devalued its currency by around 14% after investors had pulled billions of dollars out of Egyptian treasury markets. Saudi Arabia said last October it had deposited $3 billion with Egypt's central bank and extended the term of another $2.3 bln in previous deposits. This new deposit would bring the total to $10.3 billion, this according to a report in Reuters.

MAP IT FORWARD Middle East
The Building Blocks to Creating a Cafe [SWAPCAST] #177

MAP IT FORWARD Middle East

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 13:55


This is the 2nd of an eight-episode SWAPCAST between The Daily Coffee Pro by MAP IT FORWARD hosted by Lee Safar and The MAP IT FORWARD Middle East Podcast hosted by Sara Alali.In this episode of the SWAPCAST, Sara goes into detail about the process required to establish the building blocks, i.e. the vision, mission, and values, of her business - boutique luxury cafe, @THATcafe.co, in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. Sara and Lee discuss how the foundational mission, “Celebrating People” became a guiding principle for making decisions about fit-out, supply chain, staffing, and more. They also discussed how this statement was challenged building out a cafe during a pandemic.Connect with Sara Alali:https://www.instagram.com/s_f_ali/https://www.instagram.com/mapitforwardmiddleeast/https://www.instagram.com/thatcafe.co/Connect with Lee Safar:https://www.instagram.com/leesafarhttps://www.instagram.com/imapitforward********************** SPONSOR: MAP IT FORWARD Consulting ********************** https://www.mapitforward.org/consulting@imapitforward If you're looking for game-changing consulting for your coffee small business, get in contact with us today at support@mapitforward.org to start a discussion about your consulting needs for 2022 Check our testimonials at: https://www.mapitforward.org/testimonials***********************Watch The Global Coffee Townhall in English Spanish, Arabic, and Portuguese at: https://bit.ly/3B9Oho1***************FURTHER INFO***************Website: https://www.mapitforward.orgSocial media: @imapitforward & @mapitforwardmiddleeastMailing-list: https://mapitforward.org/mailinglistAlso available as audio Podcast: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, and all other podcast-listening apps on Apple and Android devices

The MAP IT FORWARD Podcast
EP 534 [SWAPCAST] The Building Blocks to Creating a Cafe (The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by MAP IT FORWARD)

The MAP IT FORWARD Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 13:55


This is the 2nd of an eight-episode SWAPCAST between The Daily Coffee Pro by MAP IT FORWARD hosted by Lee Safar and The MAP IT FORWARD Middle East Podcast hosted by Sara Alali.In this episode of the SWAPCAST, Sara goes into detail about the process required to establish the building blocks, i.e. the vision, mission, and values, of her business - boutique luxury cafe, @THATcafe.co, in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. Sara and Lee discuss how the foundational mission, “Celebrating People” became a guiding principle for making decisions about fit-out, supply chain, staffing, and more. They also discussed how this statement was challenged building out a cafe during a pandemic.Connect with Sara Alali:https://www.instagram.com/s_f_ali/https://www.instagram.com/mapitforwardmiddleeast/https://www.instagram.com/thatcafe.co/Connect with Lee Safar:https://www.instagram.com/leesafarhttps://www.instagram.com/imapitforward********************** SPONSOR: MAP IT FORWARD Consulting ********************** https://www.mapitforward.org/consulting@imapitforward If you're looking for game-changing consulting for your coffee small business, get in contact with us today at support@mapitforward.org to start a discussion about your consulting needs for 2022 Check our testimonials at: https://www.mapitforward.org/testimonials***********************Watch The Global Coffee Townhall in English Spanish, Arabic, and Portuguese at: https://bit.ly/3B9Oho1***************FURTHER INFO***************Website: https://www.mapitforward.orgSocial media: @imapitforward & @mapitforwardmiddleeastMailing-list: https://mapitforward.org/mailinglistAlso available as audio Podcast: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, and all other podcast-listening apps on Apple and Android devices

Hozpitality Group- Jobs, Courses, Products, Events and News- One stop shop for Hospitality Industry
Billionaire's Flagship Location in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has Introduced Billionaire's Renowned Entertainment Experience

Hozpitality Group- Jobs, Courses, Products, Events and News- One stop shop for Hospitality Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 7:07


Billionaire Riyadh's glamorous location, which has already seen huge success as a restaurant, is pioneering a new kind of entertainment, with the introduction of Billionaire's renowned and electrifying performances #BillionaireRiyadh #FlavioBriatore #entertainment #liveshow #Vision2030 #DavidGuetta #SefikSenol #billionaire #BillionaireLife #ModernFoodCompany #hozpitality https://www.hozpitality.com/Billionaire_Dubai/read-article/billionaire-s-flagship-location-in-riyadh-saudi-arabia-has-introduced-billionaire-s-renowned-entertainment-experience-6214.html

Unlocking Your World of Creativity
Reem Kharbat, The Entrepreneur Accelerator

Unlocking Your World of Creativity

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 44:44


Today's episode takes us to Riyadh Saudi Arabia where we meet https://www.reemkharbat.com/home (Reem Kharbat). Reem wears many hats at any given time including: a CPA holder, a Serial Entrepreneur currently running an entrepreneur accelerator program, a Real Estate mogul, a Personal Brand & Business Coach, and a Podcaster like myself.  Reem grew up in a small town in Jordan, where at a very early age she knew her personality was an inquisitive mind & discovering new things. In spite of growing up in a culture that did not allow for girls to travel on their own to anywhere, Reem managed to leave home, travel to America for her CPA, and from there she has been to 19 different countries, in different capacities including being a CFO,  sitting on a board of directors, and a consultant helping other investors and millionaires make decisions and do feasibility studies to build and invest their business in Saudi Arabia & other countries.   Reem's passion is to help any person who really has the passion and the will to take their expertise and turn it into a business. She says that if you have something that you really believe in and you want to share with the world, you can do that without being limited to a geographical area or a zone. Her clients are attracted to her because she not only has the knowledge, but also her values and work ethic, coupled with honesty and genuine care to turn her client's business or product into an excellent product that truly brings results to the client.  Reem's work mantra is excellence and creativity in everything she does. In this virtual world, she ensures she builds a human connection and always follows up with her client even after projects are completed.   How does she overcome the blocks of moving an idea to doing an actual project? Write down all the ideas you have as soon as you get them, there's power in that creative process of writing things down.  By writing down your idea, you're mapping it out. When you see this in front of you daily, it has a compounding effect. Without realizing you'll start working on it slowly and will turn your idea into something tangible.  Do the market research for your product. A hungry audience, people who really need this thing to be sold for them, but at the same time, they are capable of paying. Invest in your collaborators, not just a cup of coffee, actually spend money on them, or offer even equity, so that they are fully immersed and focused on the project. Don't pay them in coffee.  As a leader, don't spread yourself too thin. Collaborate with other people who have the skills you lack and focus on your growth strategy, building a team, and becoming a great leader.  Other resources mentioned in this episode: Website: https://www.reemkharbat.com/home (Reem Kharbat) Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/theentrepreneuracceleratorlab (entrepreneur accelerator lab) Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-entrepreneur-accelerator/id1488383845 ( The entrepreneur accelerator podcast) Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/1XygFpd6jGUFeBLFu5b0Zn (The entrepreneur accelerator podcast) Podtail: https://podtail.com/podcast/the-entrepreneur-accelerator/ (The entrepreneur accelerator podcast ) Summary Don't hold back your knowledge, it could be the key to transforming somebody else's life.   

mei-nus
[Book Launch] Vision or Mirage: Saudi Arabia at the Crossroads

mei-nus

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2020 95:48


Date: 26 Nov 2020, 4pm to 5.30pm (SGT) Speaker: David Rundell (Former Chief of Mission, American Embassy in Riyadh) Saudi Arabia remains to many an enigma despite significant social and economic reforms enacted since King Salman ascended to the throne in 2015. The crackdown on activists as well as the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the subjugation of powerful members of the ruling family and the business community, and the war in Yemen have tarnished its relationships in the West. Providing a unique and granular analysis of the inner workings of the kingdom, Mr David Rundell, who served a total of 15 years as a US foreign service officer in Saudi Arabia, illustrates King Salman's long-standing focus on combatting corruption that is at the core of Saudi reforms in his recently published book, Vision or Mirage: Saudi Arabia at the Crossroads. The former diplomat also delves into the governing of King Salman's governing of the Saudi capital, Riyadh, for nearly five decades before his ascension to the throne. Anti-corruption has played a dramatic role since Salman became king in solidifying and concentrating power in the kingdom and breaking with a past of slow and gradual change. Instead, King Salman introduced rapid reforms with little consultation. To do so, he picked his son, Mohammed bin Salman, as crown prince because he saw in him a bulldozer with the needed ambition, drive, and ruthlessness to undermine the traditional pillars of support of the Saudi system like elite cohesion and the maintenance of rival armed forces. In doing so, Mr Rundell argues that King Salman may have made Saudi Arabia less stable by turning it into a country in which absolute political and military power have been concentrated in the hands of one man, ruling over a young population that aspires for greater transparency and accountability.     Image caption: Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman attending the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan. Photo: Palácio do Planalto / Flickr

The Leadership Hacker Podcast
Time Traveling Stories with Geoff Thatcher

The Leadership Hacker Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 43:51


Geoff Thatcher is the CEO of Creative principals, providing creative leadership for brand experiences, museums, visitor centres and attractions. He is the author of the CEO's Time Machine and a TEDx Speaker. In this show, discover: The power of experience through story The correlation between stories and leadership What the CEO's Time Machine can do for you How note taking can lead to creating great stories Follow us and explore our social media tribe from our Website: https://leadership-hacker.com   Music: " Upbeat Party " by Scott Holmes courtesy of the Free Music Archive FMA   Transcript: Thanks to Jermaine Pinto at JRP Transcribing for being our Partner. Contact Jermaine via LinkedIn or via his site JRP Transcribing Services   Learn more about Geoff Thatcher here: Instagram: @geoffthatcher   Geoff on LinkedIn Twitter: @geoffthatcher The Book web site is www.ceotimemachine.com  Creative Principles: https://www.creativeprincipals.com   Full Podcast Transcript Below.   ----more----    Steve Rush: Some call me Steve, dad, husband or friend. Others might call me boss, coach or mentor. Today you can call me The Leadership Hacker.   Thanks for listening in. I really appreciate it. My job as the leadership hacker is to hack into the minds, experiences, habits and learning of great leaders, C-Suite executives, authors and development experts so that I can assist you developing your understanding and awareness of leadership. I am Steve Rush and I am your host today. I am the author of Leadership Cake. I am a transformation consultant and leadership coach. I cannot wait to start sharing all things leadership with you.   Today's special guest is Geoff Thatcher. He is an experienced creative director who excelled at leading projects from concept to reality. He is the CEO of Creative Principles and he is the author of The CEO's Time Machine. But before we get a chance to speak with Geoff, it is The Leadership Hacker News.   The Leadership Hacker News   Steve Rush: Ever wondered why you can get captivated listening to a leader who tells a great story? The history of storytelling dates back many thousands of years ago when we lived in caves where we used to use pigment to paint on our walls with our hands before we could speak. Then when we could start to communicate using our verbal communication; we used to create stories and myths while sitting around campfires in order to inspire people and let people know what was going on in our world. The ancient Greeks then carved their language into walls to tell how history was evolving for them. Generations and cultures grew and developed. Routines and rituals were turned into stories. Legends were created, and legacies were left behind for generations to pass on.   English writer and actor William Shakespeare wrote 37 plays in the 16th century. Shakespeare was a huge influence on storytelling because of his ability to really transform our language into stuff that we even use today. So how can stories help us as leaders? Well, storytelling is a key leadership technique because of its quick, powerful, energizing, and collaborative approach to persuading and entertaining people. It also helps us make an emotional connection. Yeah, of course, stories have to be authentic and make sense because if not, they become fables and folklore, then you also don't get buy in.   If through story you create that emotional connectivity, you will also create buy-in with your audience. So we may have replaced our medium of campfires with social media and high tech video conferencing, so the next time you are communicating a key message, think about how stories can bring it to life. There is an old Native American proverb I love and want to share with you: Tell me the facts and I will learn, tell me the truth and I will believe, but tell me a story and it will live in my heart forever. That has been our Leadership Hacker News. If you have any insights, information or stuff that, you would just like our listeners to hear, get in touch with us.   Start of Podcast   Steve Rush: I am joined on today show by Geoff Thatcher. Geoff is the founder and CEO of Creative Principles. He is a TEDx speaker and the author of The CEO's Time Machine. Geoff, welcome to the show.   Geoff Thatcher: Thank you, Steve.   Steve Rush: Our pleasure indeed.   Geoff Thatcher: It is great to be here.   Steve Rush: So before we get into the concept of The CEO's Time Machine and some of the work you do at the moment with Creative Principles, tell us a little bit about your journey into becoming a CEO yourself?   Geoff Thatcher: Well, I have been very lucky to have basically grown up in the industry that I still work in, so I started as a 14 year old clean-up boy, and that was the actual title of the job. I was a clean-up boy at an amusement park.   Steve Rush: Right.   Geoff Thatcher: And worked all my way through high school and college, and then after a brief flirtation with journalism have been back working in theme parks, museums, visitor's centres, brand experiences, and experiences for a long time. It is very rewarding to have been basically working in the same industry since I was 14. I just love the fact that what was part of my childhood is also part of my career now as a 52-year-old guy.   Steve Rush: So what has been the draw to theme parks and the world of themes and entertainment for you? What has been the draw?   Geoff Thatcher: That is a really good question and you know, on the surface of it is that it is fun and you bring smiles to people and it's about creating experiences. On a deeper level though. It is really about storytelling. Now, when I was, you know…train engineer at an amusement park. You know choo-choo, try having a steam engine around a Lake and, you know, looking at zoo animals. I did not think much about story, but you know, after college and you know, studying journalism and actually working as a reporter and then coming back into this industry. You really begin to realize that the best experiences, the ones that are most memorable are those experiences that are based upon a powerful story. So Steve you're in the UK and we certainly have a great love for Harry Potter here in the United States, and so when you go to Universal Studios and you immerse yourself at Hogwarts and that wonderful story. It really is quite a memorable experience, and so that is to me, what is most precious is, I love telling stories.   Steve Rush: Telling stories, not just through the written word, but through the experiences that you now create on behalf of the organization you lead. So tell us a little bit about Creative Principles, and what it is you do right now?   Geoff Thatcher: Well, that is right. I mean, if you are going to tell a story and an experience, the first thing you have to do is actually write that story. And so what we do at creative principles is we are, as the name would imply creative leaders and we work on high level creative concepts for theme parks and museums and visitor centres and corporate brand experiences. And so we started the company about three years ago. I mean, obviously I have been doing this my whole career, but three years ago, went out on our own and started the company. And since then we've worked on everything from the grand opening of Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi, which was just fantastic to work with those amazing brands. I mean, you have Batman and the joker and, you know, bugs bunny and, you know, the Flintstones. To an amazing corporate brand experience in Singapore and in Boston of all things and insurance company, FM Global. But they had a great story to tell and, you know, don't have to get into the details, of what story an insurance company might have to tell, but needless to say. We all have, I think appreciated the value of insurance here, as we faced a pandemic and other challenges before us. It is nice to have a little bit of ability to be resilient, and so the company that we work for in creating these experiences, FM Global, their motto. Their tagline is resilience and the power of resilience, and so it is important, especially in challenging times that; we learn how to be resilient.   Steve Rush: Story telling as a principle is not new of course; when we were living in caves 50,000 years ago, it was the only way that we were able to really communicate and that's where storytelling kind of got its early grounding if you like. In gathering insights, and gathering people and gathering audiences, what do you notice is the direct correlation between storytelling and the leaders that you have worked with when you are creating those things experiences?   Geoff Thatcher: Well, the best leaders tell great stories and they tell those great stories over and over and over again. I am sure if we were to talk about our childhoods we would be able to talk about those stories that our parents told us over and over and over again, to the point where you almost begin to roll your eyes and go, oh, not that story again, please no. But that's actually a good thing. I mean, if you are in the workplace and you are the CEO and if your employees start to roll their eyes and go, please don't tell us the story about note taking again. Well, maybe you are actually starting to make a difference in getting that story ingrained into the culture of your company. So I would always encourage CEOs to tell stories and tell the same story and tell it over and over again, because those stories become part of your culture and part of who you are.   Steve Rush: I observe that too when I particularly coach leaders. I make a direct correlation with those who are more effective in terms of engagement, by their ability to tell better stories than those who are aren't. Would you noticed that too?   Geoff Thatcher: Absolutely, I mean the challenge, I think sometimes with leaders is almost all of us can tell a great story, but can you tell a great story that makes a point? I mean, for example, you know. I talk about how I got my job in the first place as a 14 year old, I wanted to work at this amusement park and I wanted what I thought to be the best job at this amusement park, which was working in their swimming pool, which we didn't have water parks back then. It was a big, you know, million gallon swimming pool with diving boards and, you know old water slides, which are much different than today's water slides. But I wanted, what I thought was the best job. I did not want to work, you know, in food service; I did not want to take tickets. I wanted to work at the swimming pool as a clean-up boy, because I knew that would lead to the being a lifeguard, which is kind of a sexy job. And you know, that would lead to other opportunities, and so the way I got that job was politely bugging the manager, the swim pole for three weeks straight, almost single day. I would find that manager walking around the swimming pool because I was a regular; I had been a regular at that pool since I was five years old and I would just simply, you know, smile and ask her, you know, hey, I applied for the position. Is anything available? You know, hey, have you heard anything? Hey, have you checked with your manager? Hey, is there a chance for me to have a job? I mean, I always did it with a smile, but I politely bugged her.   And after about three weeks, she finally said, well, no, there's still not a position open, but fine. Why don't you come in and we will get you on staff. And you know, you may not work for many hours, but you're hired, and that I think is an important lesson that any leader could teach their employees is you need to politely bug people. If you want to get stuff done, whether you are in sales or in management, or leadership or human resources or anything else. Politely bugging gets results, and so I tell that story all the time. I have told that story to my kids so many times they are probably sick of it, but it is important to teach those lessons. And too many leaders not only are afraid to tell stories because it makes them vulnerable, but they're afraid to tell stories that make a powerful point.   Steve Rush: And a powerful point hits that emotional connection, which creates an action shift in people, doesn't it?   Geoff Thatcher: Absolutely.   Steve Rush: So, as you were growing through your leadership career, Geoff. Where did you take your leadership inspiration from or who even?   Geoff Thatcher: Well, I have been fortunate in my career to have both really good leaders and really bad leaders. And so we can learn from both, you know, I remember being a very young leader, so I was 17 years old and I got a job as an area supervisor at Lagoon Amusement Park and went through a management training course as a 17 year old. And so you can learn so much by taking those courses. I remember this is going to really date me. I remember going to a, you know, the Franklin Planner, you know, the old Franklin Planner. I think they are still around. Right, and I went to a Franklin Planner, you know, time management seminar as like a 19 year old. And it was fascinating to experience that but if I were to probably pick one leader. His name would be Boyd Clark and he was the CEO of the Tom Peters Company. And if you're in leadership or, you know, business gurus, you know who Tom Peters is.   Steve Rush: Sure, Yeah. He is a guru in learning and development for sure.   Geoff Thatcher: Oh, absolutely. I mean wrote In Search of Excellence in the eighties, which was like the big, big, big management, you know, business book of that era and still speaks today. I, I believe, but Boyd was the CEO of the Tom Peters company. He was in leadership training and development and, you know, Boyd taught me so many lessons and he was kind and just a really, really great guy. And unfortunately Boyd died of cancer, but you know, he was really a mentor to me and I remember there was just so many little things he taught you along the way. And I remember one of my favourite lessons was. We were having a meeting and the company was, you know, debating its future. And there were several leaders in the company that wanted it to shift from being a training and leadership Development Company to a Consulting Company.   And Boyd patiently listened to the different leaders in the company debate and argue whether it should be a consulting company or a training and development company, and then finally he stood up at the end and he asked a question of the people that were arguing at for it to be a consulting company. And he said, how much do we charge for a day of consulting? And they said $2,500 a day. He goes, that is our day rate for day of consulting is $2,500, and then he turned to the people arguing for the leadership side, and he said. How much do we charge for a day of leadership training and development? And at the time they said $9,500 and he goes $9,500, and then he looked around the room and he said, we're a training and development company! And then sat down. Everybody got the message, you know. Yes, you know, consulting is nice, but when it comes time to supporting the company and being a business that it is about making money.   Steve Rush: Lots of organizations make the mistake of trying to become too diverse or to pivot away from their core proposition and in doing so often and lose that key focus that they were so successful in building their business with.   Geoff Thatcher: Yeah, it is funny, isn't it? You know, I have had other experiences where I just don't understand why a company's changed when they don't need to change. I mean, there is so many examples. You know, it is really interesting, you know, look at history and, you know, certainly when we talk about The CEO's Time Machine and the book part of that is traveling back in time. There is so many examples of companies who did not change when they needed to and also examples of companies that changed when there was no reason to.   Steve Rush: And there is no right or wrong answer is there? I think it is very much around timing and opportunity. And if you think about some of the evolution and innovation that we experienced today, that is because somebody said, “let's do this and let's be creative and let's do these left of field things that we never even envisaged before”. And sometimes that creative thinking can create the motivation and indeed the business opportunity that follows.   Geoff Thatcher: What you should never ever stop creating and I mean, since Steve you're in the UK and I love my history, one of my favourite examples in history of somebody simply trying to do something new, but it leading to something far beyond his imaginations is Abraham Darby and the invention of the Blast Furnace. Now the Blast Furnace really ushered in the industrial revolution, which has changed the world in so many ways. And you would think, Oh wow, Abraham Darby, I can't, you know. You must have had this amazing vision for the future of the world, with the industrial revolution and creating the blast furnace. But it was actually just a guy trying to figure out a better way to make an iron pot, that is it.   Steve Rush: Yep.   Geoff Thatcher: He was trying to make a cheap iron pot. That is such a simple ambition and yet in trying to achieve that very simple ambition, he ended up changing the world. And so, you know, no matter what business you're in, I hope you're trying to improve what you're doing because through those incremental improvements, you may just stumble upon something that will transform the world.   Steve Rush: I love that principle of just letting creativity take over and see what happens also.   Geoff Thatcher: Yeah, I mean, it is really true. I mean, we did, this was a long time ago, but we did at the 150th anniversary of the Smithsonian, which is a big museum complex, if you will. In the United States, in DC. At the a hundred 50th anniversary of the Smithsonian. They took all of their artefacts on tour and Intel was a sponsor, and so we created a theatre an immersive experiential theatre for Intel and it was called more than you ever imagined theatre. That was the name of the theatre, more than you ever imagined. And the whole point of it was throughout time. All great inventors, never truly realized what people would do with their invention and Intel of course, was talking about the, you know, the chip and, you know, the semiconductor and that people are doing way more than the inventors of the semiconductor ever thought possible. And it was the same was true with Gutenberg, Edison, Ford, Darby, all great inventors, never truly understood the amazing things people would do with their inventions.   Steve Rush: Right, and therefore it is imperative, isn't it? That we are also scanning for new ideation because whilst somebody else might have the idea, I might be able to evolve it.   Geoff Thatcher: Exactly and can I just say for a moment that I love talking to someone from the UK, because you say whilst, and I've never been able to do it and do it properly. It is all, you know, it is always, wow. While we do this, while we do that, but it is whilst, and it just, I can't even say it right.   Steve Rush: It is a really Interesting word that I forgot I use because while I was writing my book, my editor who was American, used to say Steve, you've got to stop saying whilst, please, can you say, while. Cause nobody in America will understand what you mean, anyway.   Geoff Thatcher: He should have let you be English, right? I mean, you did invent the language for goodness sakes.   Steve Rush: Well, apparently so, so Geoff, it is no surprise that being creative director will really immerse you into the mind-set of storytelling and thinking about stuff differently. And the book, The CEO's Time Machine was one that you evolved over a period of time. Right? Tell us a little bit about that.   Geoff Thatcher: I actually wrote the book in 2016 when I was traveling back and forth between Cincinnati, Ohio and Riyadh Saudi Arabia. And we were working on a traveling exhibition for the King Abdullah foundation and King Abdulla had just died and his foundation, which is basically his family had really wanted to kind of honour his legacy. And I don't want to get into geopolitics, Steve, but there's no doubt that a lot of the changes that you're seeing in Saudi Arabia, a lot of the reforms, and it has changed so much since 2016 when I first started working over there. But those changes are doing large part to the fact that King Abdullah introduced a scholarship program that sent hundreds of thousands of students to the United Kingdom, to Canada, to the United States, to France and other countries to get an education, to get a college degree.   And then they came home and they want to change and the crown Prince is simply responding to the demands of his people for that change, and so that's exciting and when we were working on this traveling exhibition, I started thinking about time travel. And I was talking to Bruce Weindruch from the history factory who were working with on the project. And he had this philosophy and this book called Start With the Future and Work Back, which is that we all need to start with the future. Where do we want to go? But we need to look back in our own life and our own company's history and the own history of our country at those milestones to help us get to where we need to be. As I was thinking about all of these things, I started thinking about; wouldn't it be interesting if there was a CEO who had a time machine?   So we wrote a book about a kind of Elon Musk, Steve jobs type of CEO, who is always inventing the future, creating new markets. And the rumour is, is that he has a time machine in his secret R&D garage as if he's like Tony stark, right, with his secret, you know, R&D lab in the basement of his house. But this time it's a garage behind his company headquarters, and he's turning over the reins of his company to a much younger protégé. And the last thing he has to do before he turns things over and leaves the company is to introduce her to his time machine and that's what the book is about.   Steve Rush: And it is a neat, really neat idea, but the whole philosophy of being innovative and forward thinking versus looking back, splits the camps and somewhat, doesn't it? Speak about innovation, lots of people I speak to say yeah, yeah - we just need to leave the past behind and head into the future versus learn from the past and head into the future. Where do you sit with that?   Geoff Thatcher: I think that too many leaders today are focused on so much on the future as they should be, but they're focused so much on the future that they abandoned their own past. And they forget that there are amazing things that they can learn from their past. One of the examples that I give and certainly they were a client and while I was not involved in industrial designers and like that. I do know that, you know, when I worked for Honeywell, they were passionate about only really caring about the future. You know, they really did not want to talk about the past at all and then I find it ironic then. That in this obsession for the future, they missed one of the greatest inventions of the last decade, which was the Nest Thermostat. And it's hard not to argue that the Nest Thermostat wasn't based upon a very simple, innovative design that Honeywell innovated, which is the Circular Thermostat. It was the Honeywell classic, iconic, Circular Thermostat is an iconic classic design. And I think in the obsession to focus on the future, they miss that inspiration. They missed that connection to their past that could have truly brought them forward into a new future, and instead Nest saw that Circular Thermostat for what it was, which is an incredible innovation that should be repurposed and redesigned for digital age.   Steve Rush: Part of the story that you tell through The CEO's Time Machine is where your CEO is handing over the reins to the protégé. They have a walk through the garage and there is this range of seamlessly useless kit and Nintendo's and other artefacts that this individual CEO has collected over time. But there's a story behind each of those that sets out these principles for some leadership behaviours. Just tell us a little bit about a few of those?   Geoff Thatcher: Sure, one of the cool things I think about the book is it's written like a theme park attraction. And that's what we do at my company is I'm an experienced designer. And so in the queue, if you will, in that windy path, that leads from the entrance of the garage to the time machine itself. The CEO has collected a bunch of artefacts and these artefacts are all about important lessons that we can learn in business. So for example, you know, he keeps a spark plug of a Delco spark plug, and you are like, why, why on earth would you want to keep a Delco spark plug? But the Delco spark plug is there because it reminds him of Charles Kettering invention of the electric starter, which changed automobile history forever and introduced and made the automobiles safer, not just men to drive, but really safe women to drive because they don't even have to crank the car to start it up.   And so that was an incredible adventure and it was invented right in Dayton, Ohio. And then of course at the same time, Charles Kettering was inventing the electric starter. You had the Wright brothers and keeps some artefacts and some books of the Wright brothers on hand as well, because there is one lesson you can learn from the Wright brothers is that you should always focus on innovation rather than litigation. They spent so much time suing people over patent infringement that they have failed and missed this amazing, you know, window to invent the future of aviation. And they seeded their leadership position to, you know, Lockheed and Northrop and Martin and others that we still see in Boeing, if you will. And others that we still see you know, leading the industry today and it's really, really sad. And so one thing that I think a lot of companies miss when they look at their own history is they focus on important milestones.   Like we introduced the new, you know, XY-5000 model, and who cares? what you need to focus on is lessons that were learned and why those lessons are important for us today and sometimes that's very hard to curate and very hard to figure out, but, you know, it's fascinating to me that, you know, here you had in Dayton Ohio. National cash register, which became NCR, you had AC Delco, which was purchased and really became the R&D lab for General Motors, and the Wright Brothers, here you had this amazing innovation happening at Dayton Ohio at the turn of the 19th into the 20th century. And there are so many lessons to be learned, including why they didn't maintain that leadership position. There is a reason why Silicon Valley is not in Dayton, Ohio today and yet it was in 1910.   Steve Rush: And those stories that you talked about before. Is a way to bring those lessons to life, isn't it?   Geoff Thatcher: Absolutely, and if you don't know your Genesis story of your company and how you came to be. It is very important that those stories be curated and those stories be told. So everyone in the company understands those important lessons that they can take away from things. I mean, this pandemic introduced, I think, an important lesson for my career, if you will and my little company. In our life, which is, you know, when that pandemic hit like everybody else, we looked around and we were like, oh crap. I mean, we had project after project going on hold. It is impossible to do business development in March and April is people are dying and, you know, the sickness is spreading. I mean, what are you going to do? And I turned to Zoey, who's our designer and also happens to be my daughter. And I said, you know that book, we've been talking about? That book that we have been toying around with, I said, let's do it and we just had this intense desire to get it done, and so, while I had written the story in 2016, it just sat on a shelf. So Zoey cranked out 43 illustrations in three weeks, we called a publisher. We called a copy editor. We called the graphic designer and we were able to get the book published and on Amazon in less than five weeks.   Steve Rush: Wow.   Geoff Thatcher: And it was a rewarding time to pivot and everybody is pivoting right now because of the pandemic. And I guess one of the lessons we all need to learn from this is, you know, maybe next time we shouldn't wait for there to be a pandemic before we pivot. Maybe we should, instead of treating projects in their spare time, we should actually, you know. Slot them into the project line-up. There is a guy named Jim Coudal in Chicago, who's a designer. And he likes to say, you know, the problem with doing project in your spare time is there's never any spare time. And so his philosophy was always. If they had a cool idea, they would just treat it like a regular client. And they would give it a job number and they would just slot it into their schedule and get it done and I think, you know, one lesson I hope all of us can learn from this pandemic is we shouldn't wait for the next pandemic to pivot.   Steve Rush: This is super, yeah.   Geoff Thatcher: We should constantly be looking for ways to pivot.   Steve Rush: Ah, wholly agree with that. Whole principle of strategic thinking is just that it is the stories we need to tell ourselves for the future. “What if”, scenarios, aren't they? The wildcards?   Geoff Thatcher: Absolutely. Absolutely.   Steve Rush: What lessons are you hoping for that folks are going to take from the book Geoff?   Geoff Thatcher: Well, more than anything else, you know, I hope people really take the story to heart. And I hope at the end of the day, they care more about the history of their own company. At the end of the day. I hope they care more about the future of their company and they realize that no matter whether you travel back in time or travel to the future, you still have to be decisive in the moment. I mean you and I could travel back in time and talk to Abraham Darby and we could probably learn a lot of interesting things about the birthplace of the industrial revolution and lessons he learned in inventing the Blast Furnace, but we still have to come back to this moment in time. We still have to come back to the present and make a decision. I mean, if you and I were to go back to 1919 and talk to people about the Spanish flu, we could learn a lot, but we would still have to come back to 2020 and we would have to make a decision.   Steve Rush: Right.   Geoff Thatcher: And so that's, that is what I hope people take from this book is connecting the past to the future by being decisive today.   Steve Rush: Really great principles and thank you for sharing them as well, Geoff, by the way.   Geoff Thatcher: Hey, anytime, thank you for having me.   Steve Rush: Leadership is what you do as well as what you inspire. So this is part of the show where we turn that leadership lens on you and I hack into your leadership mind, and we're going to explore a couple of things. First thing we want to explore with you is. What your top leadership hacks or ideas would be that you would share with our listeners?   Geoff Thatcher: Number one is to write, we have forgotten the importance of writing because most leaders don't require their people to write for them because they're too busy and don't want to read. And so if you are a leader, make sure that you tell your people that you would like to read what they write and then take that extra time to read what they put together. And the reason why that's important is because you can't get to the depth of thought by simply talking about it and putting together a few PowerPoint slides. You miss the connective tissue between bullet points. If you don't actually take the time to write. And so if you're a young person in an organization, even if your boss won't read what you write, that doesn't mean you shouldn't write because your presentations, your PowerPoints, your proposals will have more depth of thought and more logic and more meaning. If you take the time to write, so number one, I would say, don't forget to read and write, which sounds very remedial and basic, but based on my experience, it's woefully missing in many, many organizations today.   Steve Rush: Right?   Geoff Thatcher: It is just so much easier.   Steve Rush: It is often the context that is missing in the communication as well, isn't it? Geoff Thatcher: Right, I mean, I was just working on a project where all they wanted to do was sit around the table and talk about it and talk about it and talk about it and talk about it. And, you know, at some point one smart person has to go away and write about it. So sure, talk about it, but it realized that at some point, you know, somebody actually has to go away and create a narrative. I can tell you from experience. I know what it is like, and I am sure, you know, it is like Steve. You wrote a book to be sitting there and you have this idea in your head of where you want the chapter to go, but as you are writing it, you realize that does not make any sense. That is not going to work. Well, I thought it was going to work. I had it in my head. I talked about it with my colleagues. Why isn't it working? Well because you are actually having to sit down and do it. You are actually having to sit down and write, and so, you know, someone might have an amazing business plan, but if you don't sit down and write it out, you're never going to know if it actually makes sense. So that is my number one leadership hack is to write.   My number two, leadership hack is to take great notes. If you know anything about The CEO's Time Machine. The book that I wrote, you know, that note taking is also a very important part of that, of that story. And note taking to me is perceived by most young people as being remedial. And we need to change and shift perception about note taking because the people that take really, really, really good notes, what they're actually doing is managing the intellectual of their company. And so that's a kind of job that you should have, and if you establish yourself as being somebody who can really manage intellectual property and take amazing notes, you'll be invited to the most important meetings. If you are a 24-year-old young person in an organization. That is where you want to be is in those important meetings, managing that intellectual property.   And I guess the third leadership hack I would say is manage expectations. There are so many unrealistic expectations in the workplace today, and we need to constantly manage those expectations, whether its things like how to deliver ideas. People think sometimes that there is coming up with great ideas is just all fun and games, and it is not. There can be serious arguments, and debate and clashes of opinions, so you need to match expectations. And I just think there's too many people today that have unrealistic expectations about the workplace. Whether it is about how much money they should make. About the relationships, they should have in the workplace. About the loyalty that accompany should or should not have. If you don't manage those expectations, you're going to have employees who are constantly disappointed because their unrealistic expectations are not being met.   Steve Rush: And ironically managing expectations comes from telling great stories as well.   Geoff Thatcher: It does.   Steve Rush: Yeah.   Geoff Thatcher: It does, I mean, you know. One of the stories I tell when it comes to managing expectations is I talk about a colleague of mine named Todd Hall. And Todd and I after a very long day in Dubai, came back to the hotel and we were standing in the lobby and he looked at me and he said, I don't want to have dinner with you. And I looked back at him and I said, I don't want to have dinner with you either, and he looked at me and he said, good night. And I said, good night, and we turned and walked away. And people like, what, how rude. Our point is this; Todd Hall is not my friend. Todd Hall is an amazing colleague, a talented man. I love working with him, but Todd Hall is not my friend. I have never done anything socially with him. I have never hung out with he and his wife. I don't want to hang out with he and his wife and that's okay.   He is a colleague. We have mutual interests. We want to make sure that both of us do a really good job and make each other look really good, but we do not have to be friends, and so too many people come into the workplace and they think they have to be best friends with everybody on the job and that's just not true. That is what I mean by managing expectations.   Steve Rush: Super wise words Geoff. Thank you.   Geoff Thatcher: I am really a nice guy though, by the way, I believe in being friendly, to be clear. You should be friendly, but you don't have to be friends.   Steve Rush: Yeah, I get that, so we want to explore with you now. What we affectionately call Hack to Attack, and this is a time in your work or your life where something hasn't worked out as you were intending it to. So maybe it is not worked out well, or indeed, we have screwed up, but we have now used that experience and we learned from it and we use it as a lesson in our life now. What would be your Hack to Attack?   Geoff Thatcher: Well, I got fired twice. Both times, it was initially quite devastating but in the end, it was the best thing that ever happened to me, both times. And so I would say that if you haven't had a bad experience, whether it be being fired or getting yelled at or you know having a big disappointment at work. That you are probably just not trying hard enough, so learn from your mistakes, but don't be afraid of making mistakes. I am really, really glad I got fired. So don't fret about those types of things, because it'll be all right,   Steve Rush: And lessons can be learned from each of those experiences as well. Right?   Geoff Thatcher: Absolutely.   Steve Rush: So now as the author of The CEO's Time Machine, I'm going to get you to do some time travel. And I'm going to ask you to travel back in your time machine and bump into Geoff at 21, and you have an opportunity to tell him a story and give him some advice. What would it be?   Geoff Thatcher: 21, so when I was 21 years old, I was a missionary for my church. Full time volunteer missionary for my church in rural Kentucky called Paris Kentucky. It was towards the end of my six months there and I was getting my haircut from a local man who was also a member of our church. And he was talking to me and asking me questions just about my life and my family and in the course of that discussion, it came out that I have a black brother, a black sister, three Korean sisters. I come from a multiracial family, adopted. I have five biological siblings and five adopted siblings and he stopped cutting my hair. And he said, well that explains it. And I said, what do you mean? And he goes, now I know why the Lord sent you here, and I said, what do you mean?   And he said, the Lord sent you here because we needed you to help change us. And I looked at him a little surprised, and it is true. When we first came to that congregation as young 21-year-old missionaries that was a white congregation. There was not really any black members, or there wasn't any racial diversity in the congregation. We worked really hard in the African American community there in Paris, Kentucky and we baptized and brought in several members of the church from the African American community, and didn't really think anything about it. I mean, I was a kid, I just did not think at all about it at all. But this barber just was very blunt with me and he said, you know, he goes, really appreciate what you've done because you're changing us and I was still kind of a young idiot.   I said, what do you mean? And he said, well, kind of looked at me very nonchalant. And he's like, well, I'm racist and you've helped us to see we should change. And what's ironic about this whole story is that in the end, this barber became best friends with Mama Cosette, who was the matriarch of one of the families that we brought into the church. And they're still friends to this day. I saw them several years ago and saw Mama Cosette and she and his barber are still very close. So I guess what I would say to my 21 year old self is not anything that I would say. I think I would want my 21-year-old self to say back to me. To look at the challenges we face today with the innocence of a young person. Because honestly, when we went into that town, I did not even notice that there was a black section of town and a white section of town.   You know what I mean? We just started teaching people and just starting to serve and to help people. I think a beauty in not seeing colour, there is a beauty and not seeing race and there is a beauty in doing what Martin Luther King said is to, judge people by the content of their character instead of the colour of their skin. And so I think it would actually be me today as a 52 year old man learning something from my 21 year old self, rather than me trying to teach my 21 year old self  anything. Because that was a powerful experience for me to have this barber talk about the power of change and his self-awareness and understanding his own personal history and the way he was raised and knowing that he needed to change and then the love that allowed him to change. Cause Mama Cosette loved him and he ended up loving her right back, so that is probably what I would learn more than anything else.   Steve Rush: Really profound story and parents can learn as much from their kids. Right?   Geoff Thatcher: Absolutely and in fact, the reality is if you are a leader in an organization today and you want to travel to the future, all you have to do is walk down the hallway and talk to a 21-year-old working in your company because they are the future of your company. We can learn a lot from our younger selves.   Steve Rush: Super words. Thank you, Geoff. So as folks are listening to this. They are probably thinking, how can I get a hold a copy of The CEO's Time Machine, but more importantly, how can they find out a little bit more about the work that you do? Where would you like them to go?   Geoff Thatcher: Probably the easiest way to find us as ceotimemachine.com that is ceotimemachine.com but sorry, just a little joke with the advertising voice there. Of course, you can Google us you know, Geoff Thatcher, you know, on LinkedIn. Creative Principles has a website, our company, but probably the quickest and easiest way is just to go to ceotimemachine.com and the book is for sale on Amazon and everywhere else. Steve Rush: Also, make sure we put the details of the book and indeed your LinkedIn profile and websites in the show notes too.   Geoff Thatcher: Thank you so much.   Steve Rush: Geoff it just goes for me to say I have had a real ball listening to the stories and the anecdotes you shared, and it has been a real pleasure in listening to some of those stories with you. And I just wanted to say on behalf of our listeners, thanks for being on The Leadership Hacker Podcast.   Geoff Thatcher: Thanks for listening to my stories. I appreciate it.   Closing   Steve Rush: I genuinely want to say heartfelt thanks for taking time out of your day to listen in too. We do this in the service of helping others, and spreading the word of leadership. Without you listening in, there would be no show. So please subscribe now if you have not done so already. 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Canopy Sounds 80: MoeDreams

Canopy Sounds

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 55:52


Rolling hills stand tall above the river as the dreams begin to flow..... MoeDreams was born and raised in Riyadh Saudi Arabia and in 2012 decided to continue his educational path to the next level which took him on an exotic journey to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He huddled for 6 years between the natures and clouds which really was the main influences and factors that shaped his dreamy musical style . His attraction of electronic music started in 2015 after he'd been to DWP “djakarta warehouse project” with his friend DJ Faresyassen. Natural sounds like birds sound in the early morning , sounds of waves , and the all encompassing mystical sounds that encapsulate hypnotic and emotive vibes . His music takes you places throughout HIS world where you could find peace and joy. Follow MoeDreams on Social Media: SC: @MoeDreams IG:www.instagram.com/moedreams_/ Stay tuned for news from Canopy Sounds and our family: FB: www.facebook.com/rmcanopysounds/ IG: www.instagram.com/canopysounds/?hl=en

Joe's Minibike Reunion Podcast
Joe's Minibike Reunion Podcast S5EP1 The Quarantine Premiere

Joe's Minibike Reunion Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2020 83:10


Joe's Minibike Reunion Podcast S5EP1 The Quarantine Premiere with "Evil" Ed Rowlett, Jake Moe, and Eric Shingles On this season premiere of JMBR Podcast, the whole country is in self isolation orders due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Joe recaps his escapades in Riyadh Saudi Arabia, catches up with the "Evil" one, gets some updates on top minibike designer Jake Moe and checks in with Eric Shingles, general manager of Studz Racing in Michigan. Note: The opinions of the guests of the JMBR Podcast do not reflect those of Joe's Minibike Reunion or Joe Sebergandio. Viewer discretion is advised. Links: http://www.joesminibikereunion.com http://www.studzpowersports.net iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Podomatic: http:// jmbrpodcast.podomatic.com Credits: Joe Sebergandio - Creator/Host Guests: "Evil" Ed Rowlett, Jake Moe, Eric Shingles Emmanuel Munda - Producer/Director/Editor Linda Sebergandio - JMBR Event Director Nikole Sebergandio - JMBR Onsite Photographer/Event Manager Aaron Munda - Production Assistant/Best Boy Music: "Let's Ride -JMBR Theme" by: Emmanuel L. Munda (ASCAP) Copyright Animation by: Aaron Munda Copyright 2020 Motor Media Inc. All Rights Reserved Podcast Description: Joe's Minibike Reunion, hosted by automotive personality Joe Sebergandio, is a bi-weekly podcast that puts a modern spin on vintage minibikes from the 60's and 70's. Joe's huge collection of minibikes, and large network of iconic builders, friends, and personalities will kick start the industry's latest news as they cover the coolest projects, newest parts, exciting events, and informative tech stories that will keep you in tune. Covering the entire spectrum of minibikes from rigid frame death traps powered by pull start 5 HP Tecumseh engines to twin turbo Honda Grom's, the podcast climaxes at the world famous annual minibike celebration that is Joe's Minibike Reunion, held annually in Southern California.

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
Travel Today with Peter Greenberg — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 74:11


This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Arnie Weissmann, Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly, joins us in Saudi Arabia to discuss the opening of the Kingdom — and the restored UNESCO World Heritage site of Diriyah Gate. He argues that there’s no travel destination with a story as unique as well as the special circumstances that brought very few visitors here before — with many more coming now. And all of this happening in the shadow of the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi a little more than a year ago. Jerry Inzerillo, CEO of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority, discusses the spike in global tourism and human connectivity – and where it meets hospitality. Raha Moharrak, the first Saudi woman to summit Everest, speaks about the immense change women in Saudi Arabia have experienced and how she — and the rest of the country– is adjusting. And Her Royal Highness Princess Adhwa also stops by to discuss the radical progression of female rights. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
Travel Today with Peter Greenberg — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 74:11


This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Arnie Weissmann, Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly, joins us in Saudi Arabia to discuss the opening of the Kingdom — and the restored UNESCO World Heritage site of Diriyah Gate. He argues that there’s no travel destination with a story as unique as well as the special circumstances that brought very few visitors here before — with many more coming now. And all of this happening in the shadow of the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi a little more than a year ago. Jerry Inzerillo, CEO of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority, discusses the spike in global tourism and human connectivity – and where it meets hospitality. Raha Moharrak, the first Saudi woman to summit Everest, speaks about the immense change women in Saudi Arabia have experienced and how she — and the rest of the country– is adjusting. And Her Royal Highness Princess Adhwa also stops by to discuss the radical progression of female rights. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

V8 Radio
V8 Radio Podcast: Recap From The Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

V8 Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2019 77:39


On this episode of the world-renowned V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke chat about the recent Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. V8TV’s Kevin and Kelle Oeste were both in attendance along with their friend and customer Grady, along with the 1969 Camaro “ZR9” brought in by it’s owner from Dubai. It was an amazing experience, one which broke down stereotypes, shared insights to a huge new market for automotive enthusiasts, and created wonderful new friendships. And don’t worry, Mike and Kevin didn’t forget the trivia question or nonsense, either.

V8 Radio
V8 Radio Podcast: Recap From The Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

V8 Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2019 77:39


On this episode of the world-renowned V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke chat about the recent Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. V8TV’s Kevin and Kelle Oeste were both in attendance along with their friend and customer Grady, along with the 1969 Camaro “ZR9” brought in by it’s owner from Dubai. It was an amazing experience, one which broke down stereotypes, shared insights to a huge new market for automotive enthusiasts, and created wonderful new friendships. And don’t worry, Mike and Kevin didn’t forget the trivia question or nonsense, either.

V8 Radio
V8 Radio Podcast: Recap From The Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

V8 Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2019 77:39


On this episode of the world-renowned V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke chat about the recent Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. V8TV's Kevin and Kelle Oeste were both in attendance along with their friend and customer Grady, along with the 1969 Camaro “ZR9” brought in by it's owner from Dubai. It was an amazing experience, one which broke down stereotypes, shared insights to a huge new market for automotive enthusiasts, and created wonderful new friendships. And don't worry, Mike and Kevin didn't forget the trivia question or nonsense, either.

V8 Radio
V8 Radio Podcast: Recap From The Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

V8 Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2019 77:39


On this episode of the world-renowned V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke chat about the recent Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. V8TV’s Kevin and Kelle Oeste were both in attendance along with their friend and customer Grady, along with the 1969 Camaro “ZR9” brought in by it’s owner from Dubai. It was an amazing experience, one which broke down stereotypes, shared insights to a huge new market for automotive enthusiasts, and created wonderful new friendships. And don’t worry, Mike and Kevin didn’t forget the trivia question or nonsense, either.

Macro Voices
Energy Week #16: Abqaiq Processing Facility Attacks and their consequences

Macro Voices

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 55:37


This episode focuses entirely on #Abqaiq attacks and their knock-on consequences and effects. Anas Alhajji is boots-on-the-ground, reporting from Riyadh Saudi Arabia and Joe McMonigle joins us from Washington, DC.Link: http://bit.ly/2lWlqmm

The Bryan Kreuzberger Show
Ep 9: Hunter Maats — Co-Host of Mixed Mental Arts and The Most Interesting Man I Know

The Bryan Kreuzberger Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2019 67:28


Hunter Maats is a writer, educator and host of Mixed Mental Arts with Bryan Callen. He's also the co-author of Straight-A Conspiracy. Hunter draws from a wealth of experience. He was born in Riyadh Saudi Arabia, grew up in Greece and Brazil, went to high school in London, and college at Harvard. His mom is American (from Kansas) and his dad is Dutch. He never identified with any one culture and spent much of his life trying to make sense of the world around him.   His life and work is a portfolio of projects. He writes screenplays, tutors high school students in Los Angeles, and advises on multiple businesses and educational projects. He's my surfing partner, a great friend and I'm excited to share his story.

Pan-African Journal
Pan-African Journal: Special Worldwide Radio Broadcast

Pan-African Journal

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2018 179:00


Listen to the Sun. April 1, 2018 special edition of the Pan-African Journal: Worldwide Radio Broadcast hosted by Abayomi Azikiwe, editor of the Pan-African News Wire.  The program features our regular PANW report with dispatches on the visit by Republic of Namibia President Hage Geingob to the People's Republic of China; the son of the former President of the Republic of Angola is under investigation for fraud in an ongoing probe of corruption; Syria is evacuating armed opposition elements from Eastern Ghouta as the fighting subsides; and Yemen resistance forces have struck an airport near Riyadh Saudi Arabia. In the second and third hours we continue our focus on the contributions of Shirley Graham Du Bois with a rebroadcast of her lecture at the University of California in Berkeley in 1970.

Fortress of Faith - Daily
Trump Speech in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Audio

Fortress of Faith - Daily

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2017 14:00


YPO 10 Minute Tips From the Top
Episode 13: Ali Tabbara (UTC International), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

YPO 10 Minute Tips From the Top

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2016 9:37


In this episode, Ali Tabbara, partner of UTC International and managing director of UTC International Consulting Division, shares the opportunities available for business growth in the Middle East, especially in Saudi Arabia. The post Episode 13: Ali Tabbara (UTC International), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia appeared first on YPO.

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Buy Estrace Vaginal Cream Without Prescription No RX Required

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2011


Buy Viagra Without Prescription, Welcome to the relaunch of "A Saudi Life" podcast. Viagra no prescription, With a new year a new life for the podcast. Starting this year I will be posting a new episode of "A Saudi Life" every month with its new format, online buying Viagra hcl. Viagra for sale, So whats […]