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This week, Joe welcomes communication expert Matt Abrahams. Matt is a leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. He has taught at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, given popular Ted Talks, and written books like his latest, Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put on the Spot. Matt also hosts the award-winning podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart. On this episode, Matt joins Joe to share his insights and tips on how we can all communicate more effectively and confidently, no matter the situation. With Matt's guidance, Joe hopes to learn how to speak smarter and maybe even slow down his usual fast-talking pace. Tune in for an enlightening conversation with this remarkable communication guru.

This week, Joe welcomes Dr. Leon Moores, a real-life hero whose career combines neurosurgery and military service. Dr. Moores is the author of the new book All Physicians Lead, drawing from his experience as an infantry officer, neurosurgeon, and healthcare leader in the U.S. Army. He shares principles and practices to help doctors improve their leadership skills and positively impact healthcare. Guided by an ethos of service, honor and healing, Dr. Moores' career has been defined by duty, sacrifice, and compassionate care on the battlefield and in the hospital. Listen as Joe and Dr. Moores discuss his inspirational story and how he lives a life of leadership in service of others.

On his latest episode, Joe welcomes finance guru Yanely Espinal. As an expert in personal finance, content creator, and an advocate for financial literacy, Yanely has seen firsthand how unprepared most young people are for financial independence and building wealth. With humor and compassion, Yanely breaks down complex topics into actionable advice. Tune into this timely episode of The Forbes Books Podcast to learn how Yanely Espinal's new book " Mind Your Money" can equip young listeners with the mindset and money skills to thrive financially in an uncertain world.

This week on the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe welcomes Phil Geldart, founder and CEO of leadership training firm Eagle's Flight. With nearly 20 years' experience in leadership at Nestle Canada, and nearly 25 years leading a global experiential learning company, Phil has unique expertise in driving organizational performance through strategic talent development and highly effective cultures. In their conversation, Phil shares insights on how to build a high-performing, values-driven culture. They discuss key strategies for improving productivity through changed behavior, and truly harnessing the potential in each individual. Phil also provides practical tips for leaders at all levels on empowering employees, optimizing training investments, and leading with empathy during times of change. Whether overseeing a team of 5 or 50,000, listeners will come away with actionable advice to help transform their organization's culture and performance.

For five decades, the legendary southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd have electrified audiences worldwide with their signature sound that captures the soul and spirit of America. Through incredible highs and heartbreaking lows, including the tragic loss of frontman Ronnie Van Zant, Lynyrd Skynyrd has persevered with an indomitable will to keep sharing their gift of music. They continue to tour to sold-out crowds, carrying on their legacy and pursuing the American dream. Now, they bring their southern roots into the spirits world with the aptly-named Hell House whiskey - a fitting tribute to their tenacity and passion for music that has defined generations. The torch is carried by Ronnie's brother, Johnny Van Zant, who joins us to share the story behind Hell House and what lies ahead for this iconic band, whose music is woven into the fabric of American culture with over 30 million records sold. Though faced with adversity, Lynyrd Skynyrd endures, continuing to captivate new generations with their unforgettable sound.

Finding purpose and meaning in life is easier said than done. In this week's episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe is joined by Suneel Gupta to discuss his new book Everyday Dharma: 8 Essential Practices for Finding Success and Joy in Everything You Do. Suneel knows firsthand the struggle of losing one's inner compass. After outward success as a CEO and public health expert, he felt unfulfilled - until he rediscovered his dharma. Now he's made it his mission to help others avoid that aimless drift. Tune in as Suneel and Joe have an enlightening conversation about finding your sacred calling. Discover simple, actionable ways to live and work with purpose. If you want to rediscover meaning amidst the chaos, this is one podcast episode you won't want to miss!

This week Joe welcomes Joel Holland, an entrepreneur who is boosting rural economies across America. As the CEO of Harvest Hosts, Joel has created a service that connects RVers with unique overnight camping experiences at local businesses like wineries, farms, museums, and more. Through these win-win partnerships, Joel has helped nearly 5,000 small businesses generate new revenue streams simply by inviting RVers to visit their locations. In fact, last year alone, Harvest Hosts brought over $40 million in additional sales to these small business owners—all at zero cost to them. Beyond the numbers, Joel is dedicated to creating mutually beneficial relationships between RVers and small towns across the country. He knows that when you support small businesses, you support the heartbeat of local communities. Joel Holland is proof that entrepreneurship can drive a positive impact and strengthen rural economies across America.

Jenn Drummond, world record holder, author, podcaster, and inspirational speaker, shares her incredible journey of climbing mountains after surviving a car accident. She discusses the challenges of managing multiple responsibilities, the importance of having a supportive system, and the transformative journey of summiting multiple mountains. Listeners also learn about the expenses and cleanup of summit climbs, harrowing tales on Mount Logan, and Jenn's journey of finding passion and pursuing purpose.

In this episode, Joe explores the changing face of higher education and how it affects millions of college students who are starting or continuing their studies this year. This week's guest is leading one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the country. He is Andrew Hsu, the President of the College of Charleston. He is an innovative and accomplished leader, a distinguished scholar, and a fervent champion of higher education. He has led the College of Charleston to achieve remarkable achievements in academic quality, student success, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement. In this conversation, we discuss his vision for the future of higher education, his personal and professional journey from China to the US, and why everybody loves Charleston.

Are you ready to be inspired by a remarkable story of resilience, innovation, and impact? Then you don’t want to miss this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, where Joe speaks with Emilie Poteat, the founder and CEO of Advocate, a company changing the lives of millions of Americans who need disability benefits. Emilie is not only a brilliant entrepreneur and investor but also a courageous disability advocate who overcame her own challenges and turned them into an opportunity to help others. She created Advocate, a platform that uses cutting-edge technology to make the application process for benefits easier, faster, and more transparent. Emilie shares her journey, vision, and advice for anyone who wants to make a positive difference.