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Mats Lederhausen is a Co-Founder and CEO of Andas, an investment firm dedicated to inspiring human progress. Mats is an incredibly accomplished business leader with a diverse background that includes everything from being the CEO for the McDonald’s

Mats Lederhausen is a Co-Founder and CEO of Andas, an investment firm dedicated to inspiring human progress. Mats is an incredibly accomplished business leader with a diverse background that includes everything from being the CEO for the McDonald’s Sweden franchise, to serving as the Global Head of Strategy for McDonald’s Corporation, to being the Lead Director and Chairman at Chipotle.

Simon Bowen is the creator of the Models Method and the Founder of a unique business and leadership consultancy.  Not only does Simon regularly advise leaders and executives at some of the largest, most impactful organizations in the world, he’s also

Simon Bowen is the creator of the Models Method and the Founder of a unique business and leadership consultancy.  Not only does Simon regularly advise leaders and executives at some of the largest, most impactful organizations in the world, he’s also an author and the host of The Wisdom Of…Show.

Yasmina Zaidman is the Chief of Development and Partnerships at Acumen, a pioneer and global leader in social impact investing.

Yasmina Zaidman is the Chief of Development and Partnerships at Acumen, a pioneer and global leader in social impact investing.

Kate Epstein is an Associate Professor for History at Rutgers, the author of two fascinating books—"Torpedo” and “Analog Superpowers”— and a contributor to Persuasion, a publication dedicated to promoting free society.

Kate Epstein is an Associate Professor for History at Rutgers, the author of two fascinating books—"Torpedo” and “Analog Superpowers”— and a contributor to Persuasion, a publication dedicated to promoting free society.

Dan Lerman, one of the very best SAT and ACT private tutors in the world. Dan holds a PHD in Cognitive Science, is a psychology professor at Columbia University, and is the founder of The League of Extraordinary Tutors. He’s also a popular educatio

Dan Lerman, one of the very best SAT and ACT private tutors in the world. Dan holds a PHD in Cognitive Science, is a psychology professor at Columbia University, and is the founder of The League of Extraordinary Tutors. He’s also a popular education YouTuber, where he creates free content designed to help students and parents navigate our ever-more competitive education landscape.

Mack Jenkins is a public-minded lawyer and former US Attorney. As a prosecutor, Mack was responsible for some of the highest profile and most consequential convictions in modern LA history, including those against multiple elected officials.

Mack Jenkins is a public-minded lawyer and former US Attorney. As a prosecutor, Mack was responsible for some of the highest profile and most consequential convictions in modern LA history, including those against multiple elected officials.

Anand Sanwal is the co-Founder of The Formidable Fellowship, a non-profit focused on sparking the next generation of young entrepreneurs, and the host of the Future Titans Podcast, a show featuring the inspiring stories of the winners of the Formidab

Anand Sanwal is the co-Founder of The Formidable Fellowship, a non-profit focused on sparking the next generation of young entrepreneurs, and the host of the Future Titans Podcast, a show featuring the inspiring stories of the winners of the Formidable grant.

Ben Kuethe Oaks is the Vice President and General Manager at Divert, a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies.

Ben Kuethe Oaks is the Vice President and General Manager at Divert, a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies.

Mitchell Hora is the founder and CEO of Continuum Ag, a company helping farmers better understand their carbon footprint, implement regenerative agriculture practices, and take advantage of exciting new government credit programs.

Mitchell Hora is the founder and CEO of Continuum Ag, a company helping farmers better understand their carbon footprint, implement regenerative agriculture practices, and take advantage of exciting new government credit programs.

Darius Dale is the founder and CEO of 42 Macro, a leading macro risk management service advising investors around the world.

Darius Dale is the founder and CEO of 42 Macro, a leading macro risk management service advising investors around the world.

Melissa Walker is the Head of the Giving Circles Program at the States Project, an organization focused on leveraging the consistently overlooked and massively underestimated power possessed by State legislatures in our system.

Melissa Walker is the Head of the Giving Circles Program at the States Project, an organization focused on leveraging the consistently overlooked and massively underestimated power possessed by State legislatures in our system.

Poppy MacDonald is the President of USAFacts, a non-profit dedicated to empowering the American people with accessible data.

Poppy MacDonald is the President of USAFacts, a non-profit dedicated to empowering the American people with accessible data.

Frank Rohde is the Founder and CEO of Ownify, a company creating a new path to ownership by partnering aspiring first time homebuyers with socially conscious investors.

Frank Rohde is the Founder and CEO of Ownify, a company creating a new path to ownership by partnering aspiring first time homebuyers with socially conscious investors.

Daniel Dorfman, the co-founder and CEO of Roots, a socially conscious real estate company dedicated to helping renters build wealth alongside investors and property owners.

Daniel Dorfman, the co-founder and CEO of Roots, a socially conscious real estate company dedicated to helping renters build wealth alongside investors and property owners.

Yasmina Zaidman is the the Chief Development and Partnerships Officer at Acumen, a pioneer and global leader in social impact investing.

Yasmina Zaidman is the the Chief Development and Partnerships Officer at Acumen, a pioneer and global leader in social impact investing.

Sean Devlin is the founder of Nice News, a daily newsletter read by over 840,000 people.

Sean Devlin is the founder of Nice News, a daily newsletter read by over 840,000 people.

Nate Helbach is the founder and CEO of Neutral, a regenerative development company.

Nate Helbach is the founder and CEO of Neutral, a regenerative development company.

James Fishback, the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Azoria Partners and the Founder of Incubate Debate.

James Fishback, the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Azoria Partners and the Founder of Incubate Debate.

Eugene Volokh is a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, the author of The Volokh Conspiracy, a widely read legal blog, and a co-host of the Free Speech Unmuted Podcast.  For thirty years, he has been a professor at the University of California –

Eugene Volokh is a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, the author of The Volokh Conspiracy, a widely read legal blog, and a co-host of the Free Speech Unmuted Podcast.  For thirty years, he has been a professor at the University of California – Los Angeles School of Law, where he has taught First Amendment law, copyright law, criminal law, tort law, and firearms regulation policy.

Dmitri Mehlhorn, the Founder and Executive Director of Oakland Corps, an organization dedicated to standing in solidarity with Oakland-born Kamala Harris.

Dmitri Mehlhorn, the Founder and Executive Director of Oakland Corps, an organization dedicated to standing in solidarity with Oakland-born Kamala Harris.

Deb Otis is the Director of Research and Policy at FairVote, a nonpartisan organization seeking better elections in America through two key reforms: 1. Ranked choice voting and 2. Proportional representation in Congress.

Deb Otis is the Director of Research and Policy at FairVote, a nonpartisan organization seeking better elections in America through two key reforms: 1. Ranked choice voting and 2. Proportional representation in Congress.

Dara Albright is a Board Member of Worthy, a fintech company providing unique fixed-income products for retail investors.  She’s also a newsletter author, podcaster, and frequent media contributor. 

Dara Albright is a Board Member of Worthy, a fintech company providing unique fixed-income products for retail investors.  She’s also a newsletter author, podcaster, and frequent media contributor. 

Pablo Arredondo is the Vice President of CoCounsel at Thomson Reuters, a revolutionary AI-driven legal service.

Pablo Arredondo is the Vice President of CoCounsel at Thomson Reuters, a revolutionary AI-driven legal service.

Sarah Dusseault is a prominent local civic activist and the lead strategist at LA4LA, a first-of-its-kind government, philanthropy and private sector alliance formed to unlock affordable housing options in Los Angeles.

Sarah Dusseault is a prominent local civic activist and the lead strategist at LA4LA, a first-of-its-kind government, philanthropy and private sector alliance formed to unlock affordable housing options in Los Angeles.

Francis Barry is the author of “Back Roads and Better Angels,” an important and inspiring new book examining the heart and soul of the American democracy. Francis, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and member of the editorial board.

Francis Barry is the author of “Back Roads and Better Angels,” an important and inspiring new book examining the heart and soul of the American democracy. Francis, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and member of the editorial board.

Barry Lynn is the the Executive Director of the Open Markets Institute, an organization dedicated to using competition policy to build stronger democracies, more just and equitable societies, and more innovative and sustainable economies.

Barry Lynn is the the Executive Director of the Open Markets Institute, an organization dedicated to using competition policy to build stronger democracies, more just and equitable societies, and more innovative and sustainable economies.

Daniel Hettwer is the founder and CEO of Hidden Worlds Entertainment, an innovative company responsible for pioneering the Impactainment industry, where businesses try to do good while having fun.

Daniel Hettwer is the founder and CEO of Hidden Worlds Entertainment, an innovative company responsible for pioneering the Impactainment industry, where businesses try to do good while having fun.

Cristian Ahumada is the Exective Director of Holos Communities, one of the leading non-profit affordable housing developers in Southern California.

Cristian Ahumada is the Exective Director of Holos Communities, one of the leading non-profit affordable housing developers in Southern California.

The Dark Side of Ai. Nathan Labenz returns for Part 2 of our two-part episode on Ai.

The Dark Side of Ai. Nathan Labenz returns for Part 2 of our two-part episode on Ai.

Nathan Labenz is a founder of Waymark, a company using AI to help businesses easily make compelling marketing videos, and the host of a very popular AI-focused podcast called Cognitive Revolution.

Nathan Labenz is a founder of Waymark, a company using AI to help businesses easily make compelling marketing videos, and the host of a very popular AI-focused podcast called Cognitive Revolution.

Yuen-Li Chan is the COO of Phoenix Waste Solutions.  Yuen-Li and her business partner Tamara Webb have patented a zero-fuel waste disposal apparatus that turns trash to ash and energy.

Yuen-Li Chan is the COO of Phoenix Waste Solutions.  Yuen-Li and her business partner Tamara Webb have patented a zero-fuel waste disposal apparatus that turns trash to ash and energy.

Tracy Gray is the Founder and Managing Partner of The 22 Fund.  Tracy is an innovator and visionary leader passionate about justice and dedicated to building a more equitable world.

Tracy Gray is the Founder and Managing Partner of The 22 Fund.  Tracy is an innovator and visionary leader passionate about justice and dedicated to building a more equitable world.

Zach Rausch is an Associate Research Scientist at NYU-Stern School of Business and the lead researcher for social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s new book The Anxious Generation.

Zach Rausch is an Associate Research Scientist at NYU-Stern School of Business and the lead researcher for social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s new book The Anxious Generation.

Evan Armstrong is he author of the popular Napkin Math newsletter and the lead writer for Every, a technology publication focused on the intersection of AI, finance, and business.

Evan Armstrong is he author of the popular Napkin Math newsletter and the lead writer for Every, a technology publication focused on the intersection of AI, finance, and business.

Danielle DiMartino Booth is the CEO and Chief Strategist at QI Research.  She is an economist, thought leader, former Federal Reserve insider and the author of Fed Up: An Insider’s Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America.

Danielle DiMartino Booth is the CEO and Chief Strategist at QI Research.  She is an economist, thought leader, former Federal Reserve insider and the author of Fed Up: An Insider’s Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America.

Erin Hughes is the co-founder and Executive Director of Solidarity Engineering, an organization dedicated to using engineering to protect the public health of communities in crisis.

Erin Hughes is the co-founder and Executive Director of Solidarity Engineering, an organization dedicated to using engineering to protect the public health of communities in crisis.

Robin Hanson is an economics professor at George Mason University, the author of several fascinating books and the popular “Overcoming Bias” newsletter, and a true maverick, polymath thinker.

Robin Hanson is an economics professor at George Mason University, the author of several fascinating books and the popular “Overcoming Bias” newsletter, and a true maverick, polymath thinker.

Katherine Schweit is a former FBI agent and one of the most influential gun violence policy advocates in the country.  She conducted the first mass shooter study while at the FBI and is the founder and co-host of the Stop the Killing Podcast.

Katherine Schweit is a former FBI agent and one of the most influential gun violence policy advocates in the country.  She conducted the first mass shooter study while at the FBI and is the founder and co-host of the Stop the Killing Podcast.

Dee Smith is the Founder and CEO of the Strategic Insight Group, a global intelligence firm with a decades long track record investigating the most important issues in the world.

Dee Smith is the Founder and CEO of the Strategic Insight Group, a global intelligence firm with a decades long track record investigating the most important issues in the world.

Matt Murphy is a former Green Beret and the President of the Sentinel Foundation, an innovative non-profit working to save kids from the horrors of child trafficking.

Matt Murphy is a former Green Beret and the President of the Sentinel Foundation, an innovative non-profit working to save kids from the horrors of child trafficking.

Julius is an incredibly deep thinker, a patriot, and someone who has dedicated his life to advocating for a better America.  He launched the American Affairs Journal to provide an antidote to the dumbed-down, overly partisan forums of conventional me

Julius is an incredibly deep thinker, a patriot, and someone who has dedicated his life to advocating for a better America.  He launched the American Affairs Journal to provide an antidote to the dumbed-down, overly partisan forums of conventional media. 

Wolf is an incredible financial mind and his site has become one of the go-to sources for those on global Wall Street seeking sophisticated, in-depth, and independent analysis of economic trends and market dynamics.

Wolf is an incredible financial mind and his site has become one of the go-to sources for those on global Wall Street seeking sophisticated, in-depth, and independent analysis of economic trends and market dynamics.

Ibert is the Executive Director of Black College Success, an organization committed to increasing opportunities through college access and career success for Black high school students.

Ibert is the Executive Director of Black College Success, an organization committed to increasing opportunities through college access and career success for Black high school students.

Jack is a Senior Policy Analyst at the Bipartisan Policy Center, a think tank dedicated to promoting compromise and political solutions that will improve the lives of Americans.  He’s also the co-host of the “This Week In Immigration” podcast, a show

Jack is a Senior Policy Analyst at the Bipartisan Policy Center, a think tank dedicated to promoting compromise and political solutions that will improve the lives of Americans.  He’s also the co-host of the “This Week In Immigration” podcast, a show that is fast becoming my go-to source for real-time news and in-depth analysis of all the developments and issues of the immigration debate.

Nick is the founder and Executive Director of Unite America, a philanthropic venture fund focused on nonpartisan election reform, and the author of a very important new book, The Primary Solution.

Nick is the founder and Executive Director of Unite America, a philanthropic venture fund focused on nonpartisan election reform, and the author of a very important new book, The Primary Solution.

Laura is a Founder and the Executive Director of Yimby Action, an innovative non-profit pro-housing advocacy organization.

Laura is a Founder and the Executive Director of Yimby Action, an innovative non-profit pro-housing advocacy organization.

Leonora is the Executive Director of ClimateSafe Villages, an innovative non-profit focused on helping communities build resilience, and the former Executive Director of Abundant Housing LA.

Leonora is the Executive Director of ClimateSafe Villages, an innovative non-profit focused on helping communities build resilience, and the former Executive Director of Abundant Housing LA.

Michael is the Executive Director of the Drucker Institute and the longtime leader of the LA Coalition for the Economy and Jobs, an innovative civic activist group here in Los Angeles.

Michael is the Executive Director of the Drucker Institute and the longtime leader of the LA Coalition for the Economy and Jobs, an innovative civic activist group here in Los Angeles.

Barb is a popular keynote speaker, the host of the Relationships are your Superpower Podcast, where I recently had the honor to make an appearance, and a very successful real estate entrepreneur.

Barb is a popular keynote speaker, the host of the Relationships are your Superpower Podcast, where I recently had the honor to make an appearance, and a very successful real estate entrepreneur.

Will is the founder and CEO of Oberit, an innovative new company using AI, neuroscience, and incentives to help people overcome addiction.

Will is the founder and CEO of Oberit, an innovative new company using AI, neuroscience, and incentives to help people overcome addiction.

Scott Epstein is the Director of Policy and Research for Abundant Housing LA, an innovative pro-housing advocacy group making waves here in California.

Scott Epstein is the Director of Policy and Research for Abundant Housing LA, an innovative pro-housing advocacy group making waves here in California.

Debbie La Franchi is the founder and CEO of SDS Capital Group, an impact fund with over $1B of investments and a 20-year track record of success.

Debbie La Franchi is the founder and CEO of SDS Capital Group, an impact fund with over $1B of investments and a 20-year track record of success.

Pavel Sokolovsky is an entrepreneur, angel investor, and the author of the P.S. You Should Know Newsletter.

Pavel Sokolovsky is an entrepreneur, angel investor, and the author of the P.S. You Should Know Newsletter.

Eliana Konsker and Brigitte Canty—the co-Founders of Zero, an ecommerce marketplace for sustainable fashion brands.

Eliana Konsker and Brigitte Canty—the co-Founders of Zero, an ecommerce marketplace for sustainable fashion brands.

Dan Goldman represents New York’s 10th District in the U.S. House of Representatives and has worked as an Assistant US Attorney in New York and as a criminal justice reformer for the better part of two decades.

Dan Goldman represents New York’s 10th District in the U.S. House of Representatives and has worked as an Assistant US Attorney in New York and as a criminal justice reformer for the better part of two decades.

Michelle Mbekeani is a prosecutor, criminal justice advocate, and the founder and CEO of Period, a subscription based digital platform that gives incarcerated people access to free legal service and advocacy for innocence and post-conviction relief.

Michelle Mbekeani is a prosecutor, criminal justice advocate, and the founder and CEO of Period, a subscription based digital platform that gives incarcerated people access to free legal service and advocacy for innocence and post-conviction relief.

Kent Keirsey, a serial entrepreneur, civic activist, and military veteran. Kent is the President and Co-Founder of Acre, an innovative company dedicated to providing aspiring homeowners with an alternative to the standard mortgage.

Kent Keirsey, a serial entrepreneur, civic activist, and military veteran. Kent is the President and Co-Founder of Acre, an innovative company dedicated to providing aspiring homeowners with an alternative to the standard mortgage.

AMA Session with Guest Host John Njoku

AMA Session with Guest Host John Njoku

Jamie Gruber is an entrepreneur, multifamily investor, mastermind leader, and the host of the popular Tribe of Millionaires Podcast. Several years ago, Jamie quit his high-paying corporate job to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams and has since becom

Jamie Gruber is an entrepreneur, multifamily investor, mastermind leader, and the host of the popular Tribe of Millionaires Podcast. Several years ago, Jamie quit his high-paying corporate job to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams and has since become a passionate messenger for others seeking to make big pivots in life.

Tyler is an entrepreneur with a very impressive track record and the host of the popular Impact Driven Leader Podcast.  As you’ll see in this episode, his diverse experiences in industries like agriculture, fitness, and network marketing give him a u

Tyler is an entrepreneur with a very impressive track record and the host of the popular Impact Driven Leader Podcast.  As you’ll see in this episode, his diverse experiences in industries like agriculture, fitness, and network marketing give him a unique and compelling perspective on what good leadership looks like.

Adam Hill is the host of the Flow Over Fear podcast, an expert in personal transformation and a leading voice for those hoping to establish a better relationship with fear in their lives.

Adam Hill is the host of the Flow Over Fear podcast, an expert in personal transformation and a leading voice for those hoping to establish a better relationship with fear in their lives.

Demetri Kofinas is the creator and the host of Hidden Forces, one of the most thoughtful and popular podcasts in the world today.

Demetri Kofinas is the creator and the host of Hidden Forces, one of the most thoughtful and popular podcasts in the world today.

Nick Hiter is a serial entrepreneur and popular media personality. Nick is the founder of Team Hiter, a business focused on helping entrepreneurs drive growth, the host of The Hitstreak Podcast and the voice of SiriusXM’s “Y”allternative radio statio

Nick Hiter is a serial entrepreneur and popular media personality. Nick is the founder of Team Hiter, a business focused on helping entrepreneurs drive growth, the host of The Hitstreak Podcast and the voice of SiriusXM’s “Y”allternative radio station.

Anton Gunn is a popular keynote speaker, leadership consultant and a senior adviser to president Obama.

Anton Gunn is a popular keynote speaker, leadership consultant and a senior adviser to president Obama.

Darius Dale is the Founder and CEO of 42 Macro, an investment research firm focused on democratizing institutional-grade macro risk management frameworks and processes. 

Darius Dale is the Founder and CEO of 42 Macro, an investment research firm focused on democratizing institutional-grade macro risk management frameworks and processes. 

Jim Rogers is a legendary investor, author, and world record holder. Not only does Jim have one of the best investment track records in history, he also has one of the most diverse.

Jim Rogers is a legendary investor, author, and world record holder. Not only does Jim have one of the best investment track records in history, he also has one of the most diverse.

Mike Green is the Chief Strategist of Simplify Asset Management and the author of what most investment professionals consider to be a must-read weekly newsletter.

Mike Green is the Chief Strategist of Simplify Asset Management and the author of what most investment professionals consider to be a must-read weekly newsletter.

Isaac Saul is the creator of Tangle, a popular daily newsletter and podcast that seeks to provide independent, non-partisan coverage of American politics. 

Isaac Saul is the creator of Tangle, a popular daily newsletter and podcast that seeks to provide independent, non-partisan coverage of American politics. 

Simon Mikhailovich is the founder of the Bullion Reserve and is a contrarian investor with a very impressive long-term track record. He’s also one of the most popular financial commentators in the world.

Simon Mikhailovich is the founder of the Bullion Reserve and is a contrarian investor with a very impressive long-term track record. He’s also one of the most popular financial commentators in the world.

Legendary financial journalist Martin Wolf, the Chief Economics Commentator for the Financial Times.

Legendary financial journalist Martin Wolf, the Chief Economics Commentator for the Financial Times.

Raul Torrez, Attorney General for the State of New Mexico.

Raul Torrez, Attorney General for the State of New Mexico.

John Njoku and Eliana Konsker

John Njoku and Eliana Konsker

Afam Onyema, a co-founder and of the CEO of the GEANCO Foundation, an organization saving and transforming lives in Africa. 

Afam Onyema, a co-founder and of the CEO of the GEANCO Foundation, an organization saving and transforming lives in Africa. 

Jeremy Weber, a prominent personal brand strategist and a Founding Member of the Brand Builders Group.

Jeremy Weber, a prominent personal brand strategist and a Founding Member of the Brand Builders Group.

Lauren Meister, a current city council member and former mayor of the City of West Hollywood.

Lauren Meister, a current city council member and former mayor of the City of West Hollywood.

Jon Berg, President of Production at Stampede Ventures and a creative force behind legendary films such as Elf, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Justice League, Edge of Tomorrow, and The Dark Knight Rises.

Jon Berg, President of Production at Stampede Ventures and a creative force behind legendary films such as Elf, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Justice League, Edge of Tomorrow, and The Dark Knight Rises.

Cynthia Mitchell-Heard, a longtime civic leader and the current COO of the Los Angeles Urban League.

Cynthia Mitchell-Heard, a longtime civic leader and the current COO of the Los Angeles Urban League.

Patrick Dykstra, ocean adventurer, award winning cameraman and documentary film and TV series star.

Patrick Dykstra, ocean adventurer, award winning cameraman and documentary film and TV series star.

David Rabie, the founder and CEO of Tovala, a venture-backed company revolutionizing the food industry.

David Rabie, the founder and CEO of Tovala, a venture-backed company revolutionizing the food industry.

Ana Guerrero, the first female and minority Chief of Staff to a big city mayor.

Ana Guerrero, the first female and minority Chief of Staff to a big city mayor.

John Njoku, Founder RentHub

John Njoku, Founder RentHub

Jack Farley, the host of the popular Forward Guidance podcast.

Jack Farley, the host of the popular Forward Guidance podcast.

Miguel Santana--a prominent civic activist in Los Angeles and the CEO of the Weingart Foundation.

Miguel Santana--a prominent civic activist in Los Angeles and the CEO of the Weingart Foundation.

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