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What if the strategies the ultra-wealthy use to grow their money are more accessible than you think?Jake Claver started out as an industrial sales rep. No inheritance. No head start. Today he manages nearly $1 billion in digital assets, advises high-net-worth families through his firm Digital Ascension Group, and is one of the most sought-after voices in crypto wealth management. Jake has made it his mission to bring the strategies of the elite to everyday investors.We Discuss:Why Bitcoin is still just getting started How XRP is quietly positioning itself to reshape global financeThe exact mistakes destroying beginners' portfoliosWhat a family office actually does and how to think like oneHow AI is changing the way smart money tradesHow to take your first step into crypto Connect with Jake Claver:🌐 jakeclaver.com📚 Wealth in Numbers — available now

What if the future of aerospace engineering isn't more engineers… but smarter algorithms?Josefine Lissner, Co-Founder of Leap71 the company using AI-driven algorithms and 3D printing to automate the way we design and build rocket engines. From Formula One to the frontiers of aerospace, Josefine is rewriting what's possible when you remove the limits of traditional engineering and let computation take the wheel.We Discuss:Why the next generation of rockets won't be designed by humans — but by algorithmsHow 3D printing is unlocking complex engineering that was previously impossibleWhy Josefine left Formula One to build one of the world's most ambitious deep-tech startupsThe truth about being a woman at the forefront of engineering and aerospaceWhy Dubai — not Silicon Valley — is becoming the world's most exciting hub for innovationFor more details on Josefine's work head to https://leap71.com/

What really happens in moments of chaos and why most people get it wrong.Trevor Fortner (Everyday Spy), a former US Navy Special Operations professional breaks down how trained operators think under pressure and what civilians miss in critical moments like the Bondi attack.This isn’t about fear. It’s about awareness, decision-making, and control.Trevor reveals the three mental pillars that separate trained operators from everyday reactions and how you can apply them immediately in your life, career, and high-pressure situations.We Discuss: What trained professionals actually see in events like BondiThe biggest mistake civilians make in high-stress situationsWhy “situational awareness” is simpler (and more powerful) than you thinkLeadership lessons from combat that apply to businessFind your Spy Superpower: https://yt.everydayspy.com/4aXS3qiExplore Spy School: https://everydayspy.com/ Listen to the podcast: https://youtube.com/@EverydaySpyPodcastLearn from a CIA Spy: https://youtube.com/@Andrew-Bustamante

Grief expert David Kessler reveals the truths about loss that most people never hear. David is one of the world’s leading voices on loss and healing, having spent decades working with people facing death, trauma, and life-changing loss. He co-authored the classic On Grief and Grieving with pioneering psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and later expanded the traditional five stages of grief by introducing a sixth stage, meaning, in his bestselling book 'Finding Meaning'.We Discuss: Why comparing grief doesn't helpHow to support someone without trying to fix themWhy grief lasts longer than people expectHow meaning helps us healThe connection between trauma and griefLearn more about David Kessler and resources for grief: https://grief.com/ Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdavidkessler/

Dopamine expert Dr. Anna Lembke reveals how addiction is hijacking your brain, why dopamine dependency is skyrocketing, the hidden dangers of social media, AI, porn, and the fast-track to regaining control.Dr. Anna Lembke is Professor of Psychiatry and Medical Director of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. With over 25 years treating patients with substance and behavioral addictions, she’s also the bestselling author of Dopamine Nation.We Discuss:Why constant stimulation makes us feel empty, anxious, and burnt outHow digital rewards are rewiring your brain for distraction instead of disciplineThe hidden crash behind every dopamine spike- How over comfort and instant gratification quietly destroy motivation, drive, and resilienceActionable strategies to reset your brain, regain control, and perform at your peakYou can purchase Dr Anna’s book, Dopamine Nation: Why our Addiction to Pleasure is Causing us Pain, here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dopamine-Nation-Finding-Balance-Indulgence-ebook/dp/B09GMCCLLX?ref_=ast_author_mpbFollow Dr AnnaWebsite: https://www.annalembke.com/Stanford Medicine: https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/anna-lembke

What if love isn’t something you find but something you design?World-renowned relationship expert and TEDx speaker Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh breaks down why so many people chase the wrong version of love and how greater self-awareness is the key to building a relationship that actually lasts.Dr. Sara introduces the six essential ingredients of thriving love and explains why missing just one can quietly unravel even the strongest partnerships.We discuss: The six ingredients every thriving relationship needsHow to recognise red flags earlyWhy compassion is more powerful than empathy in loveMoney, stress, and relationship breakdownHow AI could reshape dating and intimacyFor more on Dr Sara's work head to www.Sara-Nasserzadeh.comCheck out Dr Sara's TED talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/sara_nasserzadeh_the_6_essential_ingredients_of_loving_relationships

Fatherhood is one of the most misunderstood and underestimated forces shaping human connection.Evolutionary anthropologist Dr Anna Machin breaks down the science of fatherhood and explains why dads play a far more powerful role in relationships, child development, and emotional wellbeing than we often acknowledge.She unpacks the biology, psychology and culture behind love, attraction and long-term connection. Drawing on science, neuroscience and real-world research, Anna explains why we’re drawn to certain people, how technology and dating apps are reshaping intimacy, and what we misunderstand about commitment in today’s fast-moving world.She discusses:The biological and emotional forces that drive attractionHow dating apps and technology are rewiring modern loveThe underestimated role of fatherhood in human connectionWhy nurturing all forms of love is essential for wellbeingThe emerging challenge of AI and human relationships

Jeffrey Pfeffer emphasizes the critical role of power and influence in effecting change within organizations and society. He argues that to truly make a difference, one must embrace the pursuit of power, as it is essential for leadership and creating impact. Pfeffer advocates for a proactive approach to gaining influence, suggesting that it is not something to be ashamed of but rather a necessary component of effective leadership.He Discusses:If you're going to make a difference in this world, you're going to need power and influence.The Stanford Business School model is change lives, change organizations, change the world.To change lives, change organizations, and change the world, you need power.You should lead into gaining power and influence.-Don't be embarrassed about seeking power; it's essential for change.Power is the only way to make any change in this world.

In this compilation of the Sonia and Simon podcast, we show you the best moments from our podcast, in which the guest shows an item that means a lot to them, or inspires them. Guests:Tracy WalderWim HofGrok Ai ChatbotJaspreet Singh

A compilation of some special moments from the podcast, including two items from your hosts, Sonia and Simon.

Is social media rewiring our brains? Are we more burnt out, distracted, and disconnected than ever before? Kruti Kanojia, co-founder of Healthy Gamer, to unpack the real impact of screens, burnout, parenting, and modern mental health.Kruti reveals:The hidden signs of burnout & compassion fatigueHow short-form content is destroying attention spansThe truth about screen time for kids (and how to use it well)- Why purpose, meaning & community are the real antidotes to addiction and lonelinessWhat it’s like supporting the person who supports the internet’s mental healthWe also dive into dating in the digital age, rising loneliness across generations, porn addiction, online communities as the new “third space,” and how to actually protect your mental wellbeing in a hyper-connected world.https://www.healthygamer.ggCheck out more from Healthy Gamer https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyGamerGG

Wim Hof shares his profound journey from a challenging birth to becoming a global figure known for his unique methods of breathwork and cold therapy. He discusses the origins of his mission, the simplicity and effectiveness of the Wim Hof Method, and the science behind breathwork and cold exposure. Hof emphasizes the importance of emotional healing, overcoming fear, and the potential for personal transformation through his techniques. He also shares insights into his daily routine and the future of his method in mainstream wellness.