tDP 10 - Women Who Disrupt_Series 2: Sara Blakely & The Billion-Dollar Bet on Herself
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In this episode of the Disruptive Pod, we continue our Women Who Disrupt series with Sara Blakely, the self-made billionaire and founder of Spanx. With no industry experience, no outside investors, and just $5,000 in savings, she took on a male-dominated industry and revolutionized shapewear, proving that sometimes, betting on yourself is the biggest risk—and the biggest reward. Join host Rob G as we dive into Sara’s journey, from cold-calling manufacturers to landing on Oprah’s "Favorite Things" list, and how her fearless approach to business reshaped the fashion industry. What lessons...
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tDP 9 - Women Who Disrupt_Series 1: Fawn Weaver’s Disruptive Path in Spirits
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In this special Women’s History Month series, The Disruptive Pod is shining a spotlight on trailblazing women who have redefined industries, shattered glass ceilings, and left an undeniable mark on the world. Kicking off the series is none other than Fawn Weaver, the powerhouse entrepreneur, author, and CEO & founder behind Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey—the fastest-growing American whiskey brand in history. Fawn Weaver didn’t just build a brand—she rewrote history. When she uncovered the nearly lost story of Nathan "Nearest" Green, the formerly enslaved man who taught Jack Daniel...
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tDP 8 - AI Disruption: ChatGPT vs. DeepSeek – Who Wins the AI Race?
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In this electrifying episode of The Disruptive Pod, host Rob G delves into the seismic shifts occurring in the artificial intelligence landscape. The emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has sent shockwaves through the industry, challenging established giants like OpenAI's ChatGPT. DeepSeek's innovative "mixture of experts" approach has achieved performance comparable to leading AI models but at a fraction of the computational cost. Key Discussion Points: DeepSeek's Disruptive Impact: Explore how DeepSeek's efficient AI model has not only matched but potentially surpassed existing...
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tDP 7 - Overcoming Early Skepticism and Distractions: Strategies for Achieving Disruptive Success
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Every game-changing idea faces resistance. Every disruptor encounters doubt. The question is—how do you push forward when skepticism and distractions threaten to derail your vision? In this episode of the Disruptive Pod, host Rob G dives into the mindset and strategies that separate true innovators from those who fold under pressure. From the early struggles of Netflix, Airbnb, and Tesla to the power of resilience, adaptability, and bold execution, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate doubt and stay laser-focused on your disruptive path. What You’ll Learn: 🔹...
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tDP 6 - Community Disruptor By Design
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the Disruptive Pod – Episode 6 delivers another powerhouse to our Entrepreneur Series! This episode spotlights a true community disruptor—Maurelhena Walles, the visionary Founder & CEO of Equity Design LLC in New York City. As a respected doer and changemaker, Maurelhena is transforming urban spaces through innovation and equity-driven design. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on challenging the norm, creating impact, and reshaping the future!
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tDP 5 - Brewing Disruption
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Episode 5 delivers a phenomenal start to our Entrepreneur Series, beginning with Brewing Disruption; highlighting Founder & CEO Kelvin Kolheim, of Beal Street Brewing Company, based in Memphis Tennessee.
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tDP 4 - To Disrupt or To Be Disrupted
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the Disruptive Pod, Episode 4 explores how rapid the market place, for all industries, is evolving at a rapid pace.
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tDP3 -Clubhouse the Audio Disruptor
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the Disruptive Pod, Episode 3 explores the disruption Clubhouse has caused in the social media market place.
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tDP 2 - The Perspective of Being Disruptive
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In this episode, we explore the perspective of being disruptive within an industry...which derives from the disruptive thought leader(s), activated to embark on the journey of solving problems.
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tDP 1 - The Beginning of a Disruptive Journey
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Welcome to the Disruptive Pod!
info_outlinethe Disruptive Pod, Episode 4 explores how rapid the market place, for all industries, is evolving at a rapid pace.