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April 19, 2023
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Facebook’s Oldest Intern: How a 60-year-old fitness trainer reinvented himself with the most unlikely of companies by Howard Waldstreicher
Facebook’s Oldest Intern: How a 60-year-old fitness trainer reinvented himself with the most unlikely of companies by Howard Waldstreicher
Maybe it was a sign to switch careers?
That’s what I thought when the pandemic hit and I was struggling to pay the rent at the gym I owned. I had created HalfHourPower, a proprietary training system for athletes and had taken my method on the road opening studios. I was burnt out from the business after so many years anyway. At age 60, could I really get back into tech?
I was twenty-plus years out of this industry and corporate work in general. But I had been keeping myself biologically young and strong with diet, training, lifestyle and some genetic good luck. I knew I had things to offer, if only I could prove myself an asset to these companies (and to myself). I just needed one shot, and as my mother always told me, “It only takes one.”
I started applying. Nothing – no acknowledgements, no responses, no signs of life. I applied everywhere. I applied for programs set up for people re-entering the workforce. I tried to use whatever connections I had. I networked. I got certifications for data science and data analysis and practiced regularly. Crickets.
My wife was my biggest champion though and encouraged me to apply for a job posting at Facebook. “There’s no way,” I said incredulously. “Facebook? The best of the best?”
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Mary Henderson, Personal Branding & Online Business Specialist
Mary Henderson, Personal Branding & Online Business Specialist
Bio:
Mary is an internationally recognised Personal Branding & Digital Business Specialist.
Mary helps Service Based Business Owners, Coaches and Consultants systemise, digitalise and commercialise their knowledge, wisdom and skills into a scalable & profitable online business and brand so they become an authority in their niche or industry.
Mary has 20+ years’ experience building 7 & 8 figure businesses & building high-performance sales teams in the IT sector and 15 years delivering online solutions for large and small businesses. She has been featured in many publications and is regarded as a thought leader in the Digital sector.
Mary’s point of difference is her Personal Branding technology, a SaaS Platform that has the ability to define a person’s brand essence with precision that can be applied across all communication touchpoints. She is also the founder of Lights.Cameras. Action an end-to-end coaching program that delivers tangible outcomes.
When you engage Mary, you access 39,000+ hours of experience, knowledge and wisdom in Personal Branding, client profiling, lead generation strategies, online course development, sales leadership, content development and digital acumen.
Mary embraces technology and social media in a big way and her followers are growing daily.
Mary is a heart centred, compassionate and tenacious entrepreneur who thrives on human transformation and witnessing people fulfil their dreams.
April 18, 2023
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The House on Prytania (A Royal Street Novel) by Karen White
The House on Prytania (A Royal Street Novel) by Karen White
A woman is haunted—both literally and figuratively—by ghosts of the past in this second novel of the Royal Street series by New York Times bestselling author Karen White.
Nola Trenholm may not be psychic herself, but she’s spent enough time around people who are to know when ghosts are present, and there are definitely a few lingering spirits in her recently purchased Creole cottage in New Orleans. Something, or someone, is keeping them tethered to this world. And not all of them are benign.
But with the sudden return of Sunny Ryan, Beau Ryan’s long-lost sister, Nola has plenty to distract her from her ghostly housemates. Especially when the tempting—yet firmly unavailable—Beau, wanting to mete out justice to those he blames for Sunny’s kidnapping, asks Nola for a favor that threatens to derail her hard-won recovery and send her hurtling backward. He asks her to welcome Michael Hebert back into her life, even though Michael is the reason for Nola’s bruised heart. Beau is convinced that Michael’s powerful family was behind Sunny’s disappearance and that Michael is the key to getting information the police won’t be able to ignore—if Nola is willing to risk everything for which she’s worked so hard.
Torn between helping Beau and protecting herself, Nola doesn’t realize until it’s almost too late why the ghosts are haunting her house—a startling revelation that will throw her and Beau together to fight a common enemy. Assuming Nola can get Beau to listen to what the spirits are trying to tell him, because ignoring them could prove to be a fatal mistake…
April 17, 2023
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Nesting After Divorce: Co-Parenting in the Family Home by Beth Behrendt
Nesting After Divorce: Co-Parenting in the Family Home by Beth Behrendt
In the spirit of Conscious Uncoupling comes a guide for a child-centered approach to parenting after divorce—known as nesting—that will change what it looks like to move forward as a family after a marriage ends.
Research suggests when a couple separates, children suffer the most, as they’re typically shuttled back and forth between two different homes. When Beth Behrendt and her husband divorced, she found a better way: She gave her children custody of the home, while she and her husband moved around. After successfully implementing more than six years of what’s known as “nesting,” Behrendt has created a step-by-step guide for divorcing parents to introduce the practice in their own families. In Nesting After Divorce, Behrendt provides a coparenting program that can start when an unhappily married couple considers the pros and cons of a nesting divorce. She offers advice on deciding whether nesting is the right choice for a family and communicating the concept to a spouse, children, friends, and family. She outlines the steps for assembling a nesting “team” of legal, financial, and mental health professionals and even shows how, surprisingly, nesting is often a more affordable approach to divorce than the traditional two-home model.
Behrendt’s divorce book expands upon her viral 2017 New York Times essay “After Divorce, Giving Our Kids Custody of the Home,” and is the perfect guide for anyone seeking a healthy, amicable divorce for their family.
Master & Dynamic MG20 Wireless Gaming Headphones Review
I’ve been loving Master and Dynamic headphones for years. Despite many of the headphones we review, I’ve always come back to them for not only their impressive sound but their detailed quality and comfort. You will regularly see me over the years wearing them daily on the podcast as my favorite headphones. I’m a huge gamer and can spend 6-8+ hours in a session gaming with friends. I’ve had my mind blown by how amazing the MG20’s are. The comfort and fit is so soft and luxurious I never even realize I have them on.
The 7.1 surround sound makes the game sound so real and is exceptional for hearing footsteps of approaching players. It gives a whole new level of depth and experience to the game. The mic boom is EPIC in that I can literally eat loud potato chips right into the mic and the noise-cancelling microphone will effectively filter out background noise, allows gamers to communicate with their teammates with no distractions. The microphone is also adjustable, so gamers can position it for optimal sound quality.
As a wireless gaming headphone, the Master & Dynamic MG20 delivers an impressive audio performance. Its sleek and stylish design, combined with a comfortable fit, makes it an attractive option for gamers who value both form and function.
The MG20 features custom 50mm Beryllium coated drivers that deliver powerful bass and clear, crisp audio. The audio quality is further enhanced by the use of Qualcomm’s aptX HD audio codec, which ensures that the audio is transmitted wirelessly with no loss in quality. This makes the MG20 an excellent choice for gamers who want to enjoy immersive audio while playing their favorite games.
One of the standout features of the MG20 is its battery life. It boasts an impressive 20 hours of battery life, so gamers can enjoy extended gaming sessions without having to worry about the headphones running out of juice. The MG20 can be charged quickly, with just 15 minutes of charging time providing up to two hours of playtime.
The MG20 also has a range of connectivity options, including Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, and a 3.5mm audio jack. This makes it easy to connect the headphones to a variety of devices, including smartphones, laptops, and gaming consoles.
Overall, the Master & Dynamic MG20 wireless gaming headphones are an excellent choice for gamers who want a high-quality, stylish, and comfortable pair of headphones that deliver impressive audio performance. While they are a bit on the expensive side, the features and performance that they offer make them well worth the investment for serious gamers. I highly recommend this for gaming.
Features from their website:
NEXT LEVEL SOUND
Transport yourself with immersive 7.1 surround sound headphones and custom 50mm Beryllium coated drivers. A bold expression of minimalist design, the MG20 Wireless Gaming Headphones feature a detachable boom mic for unmatched communication while the on-board microphones provide an adjustable talk experience. Play longer and smarter with lightweight magnesium ear cups, cushioned lambskin leather ear pads, and an Alcantara® and coated canvas headband with on-head detection. Upgrade your gaming experience with the MG20 Wireless Gaming Headphones.
50MM DRIVERS
Hear every detail with custom Beryllium drivers and exceptional acoustics with independent volume controls for mic and game so you won’t miss a move.
CRAFTED FROM PREMIUM MATERIALS
Distinctive silhouette designed with lightweight magnesium ear cups and lambskin leather ear pads, paired with an Alcantara® and coated canvas headband for unrivaled performance and durability.
DUAL TALK MODES
MG20 dual talk microphone close-up
DETACHABLE BOOM MIC
Designed for gamers and listeners alike: the state of the art detachable boom mic, which can be removed for casual listening, features an optional pop filter for incomparable clarity during gameplay.
MG20 with dual talk microphone ON-BOARD MICROPHONES
A versatile, internal microphone array provides exceptional sound quality even when the boom mic is detached, allowing for an optimal talk experience in a sophisticated, flexible design.
COMFORT + ON-HEAD DETECTION
Ear pads cushioned with lambskin leather, an Alcantara®-lined inner headband for enhanced grip, and a coated canvas outer headband offer unparalleled comfort during play and a wear that only gets better with time. Plus, for longer playtime, on-head detection preserves the battery life of your wireless gaming headphones.
IMMERSIVE 7.1 SURROUND SOUND
Press play for the ultimate gaming experience with angled magnesium ear cups and semi-open acoustics optimized for the perfect balance of sound isolation and a life-like soundstage. Encounter new worlds with MG20 Wireless Gaming Headphones.
UP TO 22 HOURS BATTERY
Keep a charge for longer gameplay and get to 50% battery life in only 30 minutes of charging.
SEAMLESS LOW-LATENCY CONNECTION
Use the low-latency adapter to eliminate audio delays and effortlessly switch between your PC and Playstation with convenient plug and play. An optional USB-C to 3.5mm analog connection for other compatible consoles provides added versatility.
April 16, 2023
Eight Sleep Pod 3 Mattress Review
One of my favorite products in my “cant live without it” category has been the Eight Sleep bed. Originally we got the version 2 and loved it, but had a couple leaks that were quickly replaced by their great service. Now the newest improved version 3 is out and we love the better build. I have an injured back from years ago and could not sleep on most mattresses comfortably. The Eight mattress completely forms to my body and I’ve slept the best I have in years. Its now impossible to live without the Eight mattress 3 cover that heats and cools. It is so nice to slip into a nice warm bed or a cool one in summer. After a hard gym workout, the icy coolness of the bed can massively help with the recovery of beat-up muscles.
The AI is brilliant. It tracks your sleep patterns and adjusts the temperature during your sleep to ensure you stay as deep as possible. Very smart tech. I can’t recommend the bed enough, again I find it impossible to live without A MUST HAVE. It is worth every penny and more. I sleep a full 8 hour night now more than ever and feel rested. It even helps me lose weight by getting the best rested sleep I can. The other thing is it helps me track how many hours I sleep and quality. I can better monitor my health.
Eight Sleep Pod 3 mattress is an innovative and technologically advanced mattress that provides the best sleep experience I’ve ever had. This mattress features a variety of cutting-edge features that are designed to optimize your sleep quality and improve your overall health and wellness.
The key feature of the Eight Sleep Pod 3 is its temperature control technology. This mattress is equipped with a heating and cooling system that allows you to adjust the temperature of your bed to your preferred setting. This is beneficial for individuals who sleep hot or cold, as it helps to maintain a comfortable sleep temperature throughout the night.
Besides its temperature control technology, the Eight Sleep Pod 3 also features advanced sleep tracking capabilities. This mattress is equipped with sensors that monitor your sleep patterns and provide insights into your sleep quality. This information can be accessed through the Eight Sleep app, which provides personalized sleep coaching and recommendations to help you improve your sleep habits.
Another key feature of the Eight Sleep Pod 3 is its responsive foam layers, which provide optimal support and pressure relief. The mattress is designed with four layers of foam, each of which contours to your body and provide targeted support where you need it most.
Overall, the Eight Sleep Pod 3 is a high-quality mattress that offers a range of innovative features to help you achieve optimal sleep. While it may be more expensive than some traditional mattresses, its advanced technology and personalized sleep tracking capabilities make it a worthwhile investment for those looking to improve their sleep quality and overall health and wellness. Pick one up today!
Top Features include: Individualized cooling & heating, Dynamic temperature adjustments, Sleep and health tracking, GentleRise vibration alarm, iOS/Android app, MaxChill for ultimate heat dissipation, Medium firmness with spinal support, Pressure relieving materials and more.
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Sonny Thadani, CEO of Robin, Empowering Educators, Students and Families Well-being, Personal Growth and Potential
Sonny Thadani, CEO of Robin, Empowering Educators, Students and Families Well-being, Personal Growth and Potential
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Elizabeth Mikotowicz Artist, Fashion Designer, Writer, Activist Interview
Elizabeth Mikotowicz Artist, Fashion Designer, Writer, Activist Interview
April 15, 2023
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, 3rd Edition by John Perkins
Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, 3rd Edition by John Perkins
Los Angeles Times Bestseller
How do we stop the unrelenting evolution of the economic hit man strategy and China’s takeover?
The riveting third edition of this New York Times bestseller blows the whistle on China’s economic hit man (EHM) strategy, exposes corruption on an international scale, and offers much-needed solutions for curing the degenerative Death Economy.
In this shocking exposé, former EHM John Perkins gives an insider view into the corrupt system that cheats and strong-arms countries around the globe out of trillions of dollars and ultimately causes staggering income inequality and ecological devastation.
EHMs are highly paid professionals who use development loans to saddle countries with huge debts and force them to serve US interests. Now, a new EHM wave is infecting the world, and at the peak of the devastation sits China, a newly dominant economic power, with its own insidious version of the US EHM blueprint. Twelve explosive new chapters detail the allure, exploitation, and wreckage of China’s EHM strategy in Latin America, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
If allowed to continue its rampage, the EHM strategy—whether executed by the United States or China—will destroy life as we know it. However, all is not lost. Perkins offers a plan for transforming this system that places profits above all into a Life Economy that restores the earth. He inspires readers to take actions toward a new era of global cooperation that will end the United States’s and China’s EHM strategies for good.
