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In this episode, I’m joined by George W. Peters, host of Industry Game.This became a conversation about much more than podcasting. George and I are both building podcasts while also working full-time careers, and we talk about why a podcast can become one of the most powerful tools for curiosity, learning, relationships, and personal growth.Why starting before you feel ready is often the most important step.Why the first episodes are always the hardest.How consistency compounds over time.Why the best conversations happen when you stop trying to “interview” and allow a real conversation to unfold.How a podcast can become what George calls “the most selfish networking tool” - because it gives you a real reason to sit down with interesting people, ask better questions, and build relationships you otherwise never would have had.The power of reps, including what Joe Rogan’s thousands of episodes can teach us about mastery.Why motivation is overrated, and why identity matters more.Why successful people often aren’t as different as we think - they just keep showing up.Why this episode also marks a new step for EXPresso, as the podcast opens up to more English-speaking and international conversations going forward.A fun, honest and reflective conversation about curiosity, consistency, relationships, podcasting, and what it means to actually get in the game.Episode #132 George W. Peters -The Most Selfish Networking Tool Ever Created

In episode #116, we sit down with Michael Cecchi-Azzolina, a renowned maître d’, author, and restaurateur, to discuss his fascinating journey through New York City’s iconic restaurants and the secrets behind hospitality. You will hear about: Michael’s Early Beginnings: Growing up in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, in a tight-knit Italian-American community His connections to the mob and the characters who shaped his upbringing are notable. For example, his “uncle” Joe Colombo, who was the head of the Colombo mafia family, survived an assassination attempt. Behind the Scenes of NYC’s Top Restaurants: Managing legendary spots like Raoul’s, The River Café, and Le Coucou. Interacting with celebrities, social elites, and unforgettable characters. The high-stakes role of a maître d’ and the power of controlling the city’s most coveted tables. The Evolution of Hospitality: Insights from Michael’s book, Your Table Is Ready, detailing the fast-paced restaurant life of the ’80s and ’90s. The blend of grit, perfection, and drama that defines fine dining. Launching Cecchi’s in the West Village: How Michael brought his vision of modern hospitality to life at his own restaurant. The creative process behind designing a timeless yet inviting dining experience. Cecchi’s early success and its role in reviving the spirit of classic New York dining. Michael’s Philosophy on Hospitality: The importance of warmth, professionalism, and creating lasting memories for guests. Balancing the demands of high standards with a personable approach. Nostalgia for New York’s restaurant heyday and how the scene has evolved. Why dining remains a cornerstone of connection and culture in the city. Michael's Reflections on Life: The fight between nature vs nurture - the cards you are being delt and what to do with them The younger generation and their meeting with reality You can read Michael's book here and learn more about his resturant below: https://www.cecchis.nyc/

In episode #114 I’m speaking to Lisa Thompson; a world-class mountaineer, cancer survivor, and someone who has made a habit of tackling life’s toughest challenges — both on the mountains and off. She’s summited Everest, K2, and completed the Seven Summits, which means she’s stood on the highest peak of every continent. But what makes Lisa’s story so special isn’t just the mountains she’s climbed—it’s how she’s used those experiences to push through fear, adversity, and self-doubt. Lisa’s journey into mountaineering started with a bit of defiance, and after battling breast cancer, she didn’t just return to climbing — she came back stronger, eventually becoming the second American woman to summit K2. Through her company, Alpine Athletics, she now helps others prepare physically and mentally for their own adventures. Her book, Finding Elevation, has been getting some incredible reviews. Chuck Garcia, CEO of Climb Leadership International, describes it as “beautifully written” and a story anyone facing challenges can relate to. Johanna Garton, author of Edge of the Map, called it “an honest and gripping look at the world of high-altitude mountaineering,” while Garrett Madison, the world’s premier Everest guide, highlights how Lisa’s writing brings readers into the intimate world of fear, self-discovery, and pushing limits. This is episode #114 and Lisa Thompson!

I episode #112 er det to ting på agendaen: Hvilke bøker jeg har lest gjennom sommeren og key takeaways - se bøker nederst. Intervju med hodejeger, gründer og rådgiver til vekstselskaper i USA og Europa, André Haug Vi snakker om: André sine tidligere år og første møte med USA Starten på eget selskap og reisen gjennom 20 år før man selger selskapet Livet som hodejeger og hvordan kapre de beste talentene Forskjellen mellom selskaper som lykkes og ikke lykkes i USA Janteloven i Norge og hva vi kan lære av amerikanerne risiko og hvordan satse Dette er episode ⁠⁠#112 med André Haug! Selvbiografier og Memoarer The Happiest Man on Earth av Eddie Jaku Your Table is Ready: Tales of a New York City Maître D’ av Michael Cecchi-Azzolina The Boys: A Memoir of Hollywood and Family av Ron og Clint Howard In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl’s Journey to Freedom av Yeonmi Park Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty av Anderson Cooper Psykologiske Thrillere The Silent Patient av Alex Michaelides Bøker av Freida McFadden (The Teacher, The Inmate, One by One, The Coworker) Sportshistorie The Formula: How Rogues, Rebels, and Risk-Takers Changed Formula 1 Forever av Joshua Robinson og Jonathan Clegg

Nikolai Holmøy vender tilbake til podkasten for EXPresso Shot episode 17; vi reflekterer over de siste to årene, det å følge drømmene sine utover landegrensene og følelsene man sitter med - både kontrastene med det positive og det ubehagelige. Selv om det er riktige valg du tar, betyr det ikke nødvendigvis at det skal være lett, men det er vell verdt det? EXPresso på sosiale medier 💡 ⁠Facebook ⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Podcast

In episode #106 I’m speaking to Martin Roll - an experienced global business strategist, senior advisor and mentor to Fortune 500 companies, Asian firms, family-owned businesses, and family offices. Martin Roll works closely with global business families and family offices on strategy, leadership, stewardship, succession, governance, professionalization, impact and other critical topics for long-term, inter-generational success. Martin is also a Distinguished Fellow at INSEAD Business School, and in fact, he is the editor and host of the “INSEAD Family Business Podcast”. He has mentored 650+ Next Generations from global business families in private 101 conversations (1300 sessions), and run a successful INSEAD Next Gen Mentoring program for 100+ participants every year. Author of two forthcoming books: Family Business Strategy (2024) and Family Office Strategy (2024). Martin is a mentor to scale-up/unicorn founders and leaders across the world, and active in the venture capital and private equity space. Over the last few years, he has also built a large following on LinkedIn where he shares key learnings from his career and personal life as well as advice for aspiring leaders and business owners. We talk about: * Martin's early years in Denmark and interests growing up * Being a global citizen * Passion for journalism, PR and communication * Real-life succession and being a global advisor to Fortune 500 companies all over the world * What today's top leaders and global companies get right * Key tips for the younger generations * How to leverage LinkedIn and build your brand This is episode #106 and Martin Roll!