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HawkeTalk

No one decides to wake up one day, walk across Antarctica, or leave their bohemian parents and join the Navy Seals. Or any number of crazy, amazing things that people do. These aren’t the dreams most kids have. And yet, fascinating people have done them. How? Why?HawkeTalk is a podcast all about the origin stories of the most interesting people in the world. Today, you know our guests are famous athletes, authors, and entrepreneurs, but there’s so much more to the story. How did they navigate

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154. Josh Hoffman & Jordan Eubanks: Redefining Sports...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/23

Have you ever chased an idea so bold it took more than a decade to bring to life? That’s exactly what Josh Hoffman and Jordan Eubanks did with Lightheaded, the company bringing illuminated sports helmets to fans everywhere. Believe it or not, the spark for this glowing idea first lit up in a Hollywood bar.In this episode, I sit down with Josh and Jordan to uncover how a playful Christmas tree decorating contest sparked a product that would one day attract sports franchises, investors, and

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[Trailer] Josh Hoffman & Jordan Eubanks: Redefining...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/23

Have you ever chased an idea so bold it took more than a decade to bring to life? That’s exactly what Josh Hoffman and Jordan Eubanks did with Lightheaded, the company bringing illuminated sports helmets to fans everywhere. Believe it or not, the spark for this glowing idea first lit up in a Hollywood bar.In this episode, I sit down with Josh and Jordan to uncover how a playful Christmas tree decorating contest sparked a product that would one day attract sports franchises, investors, and

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37:15

153. Kenton Cool: Leading Everest Expeditions &...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/16

What does it take to summit Mount Everest not once, but 19 times? In this episode of Hawke Talk, I sit down with Kenton Cool, one of the world’s most accomplished mountaineers, to uncover his journey from a sickly child in London to summiting Mount Everest 19 times and guiding clients on some of the world’s most dangerous peaks.Kenton shares how his early years in Scouts gave him a love for the outdoors, why he worked construction jobs to fund his first expeditions, and the pivotal moment he

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0:55

[Trailer] Kenton Cool: Leading Everest Expeditions &...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/16

What does it take to summit Mount Everest not once, but 19 times? In this episode of Hawke Talk, I sit down with Kenton Cool, one of the world’s most accomplished mountaineers, to uncover his journey from a sickly child in London to summiting Mount Everest 19 times and guiding clients on some of the world’s most dangerous peaks.Kenton shares how his early years in Scouts gave him a love for the outdoors, why he worked construction jobs to fund his first expeditions, and the pivotal moment he

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31:28

152. Avery Akkineni: CMO of VaynerX & Digital...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/09

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Avery Akkineni, Chief Marketing Officer at VaynerMedia, to uncover her journey from growing up in Nashville with a love for books and business dreams to leading global expansion for one of the most disruptive agencies in the world.Avery shares how her early internships at Live Nation and Morgan Stanley shaped her view of business, why taking risks opened unexpected doors, and how she went from Target’s corporate world to a seven-year career at Google

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[Trailer] Avery Akkineni: CMO of VaynerX & Digital...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/09

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Avery Akkineni, Chief Marketing Officer at VaynerMedia, to uncover her journey from growing up in Nashville with a love for books and business dreams to leading global expansion for one of the most disruptive agencies in the world.Avery shares how her early internships at Live Nation and Morgan Stanley shaped her view of business, why taking risks opened unexpected doors, and how she went from Target’s corporate world to a seven-year career at Google

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29:57

151. Laird Hamilton: Award-Winning Big Wave Surfer &...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/02

In this episode of Hawke Talk, I sit down with legendary waterman Laird Hamilton to dive into his extraordinary life story from being pushed into waves at age two in Hawaii to pioneering the biggest breakthroughs in surfing history.Laird opens up about growing up on some of the most dangerous beaches in the world, the influence of his single mother and stepfather, and the relentless drive that kept him chasing the ocean day after day. He shares the behind-the-scenes of breaking barriers in big-wave

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1:04

[Trailer] Laird Hamilton: Award-Winning Big Wave...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/09/02

In this episode of Hawke Talk, I sit down with legendary waterman Laird Hamilton to dive into his extraordinary life story from being pushed into waves at age two in Hawaii to pioneering the biggest breakthroughs in surfing history.Laird opens up about growing up on some of the most dangerous beaches in the world, the influence of his single mother and stepfather, and the relentless drive that kept him chasing the ocean day after day. He shares the behind-the-scenes of breaking barriers in big-wave

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27:05

150. Chad Willardson: The Financial Expert Who Left...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/08/26

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Chad Willardson, founder and CEO of Pacific Capital, to hear how he went from a young Merrill Lynch trainee during the tech bubble to building a premier boutique wealth management firm for entrepreneurs.Chad shares how growing up in Orange County shaped his values, why basketball and Michael Jordan fueled his competitive spirit, and what it really took to survive in a “shark tank” Wall Street training program where only three of 140 made it through

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0:43

[Trailer] Chad Willardson: The Financial Expert Who...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/08/26

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Chad Willardson, founder and CEO of Pacific Capital, to hear how he went from a young Merrill Lynch trainee during the tech bubble to building a premier boutique wealth management firm for entrepreneurs.Chad shares how growing up in Orange County shaped his values, why basketball and Michael Jordan fueled his competitive spirit, and what it really took to survive in a “shark tank” Wall Street training program where only three of 140 made it through

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51:04

149. Dr. Jason Halbert: Interviewed 250+ Serial...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/08/19

In this episode of HawkeTalk, we dive deep with Dr. Jason Halbert, a former FBI profiler, military operative, and the former Chief People Officer at Snap Inc. Dr. Halbert shares his incredible journey from the front lines of death row to elite special operations in Afghanistan, and his pivotal role in shaping the culture and growth of one of the world's most innovative companies.We discuss his upbringing in New Orleans and Alabama, the influence of his decorated father, and the drive that led him to

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0:35

[Trailer] Dr. Jason Halbert: Interviewed 250+ Serial...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/08/19

In this episode of HawkeTalk, we dive deep with Dr. Jason Halbert, a former FBI profiler, military operative, and the former Chief People Officer at Snap Inc. Dr. Halbert shares his incredible journey from the front lines of death row to elite special operations in Afghanistan, and his pivotal role in shaping the culture and growth of one of the world's most innovative companies.We discuss his upbringing in New Orleans and Alabama, the influence of his decorated father, and the drive that led him to

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57:02

148. Orlando Jones: Writer, Performer & Pop Culture...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/08/05

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Orlando Jones, actor, comedian, writer, and creative powerhouse, to explore the winding journey that took him from Mobile, Alabama to some of Hollywood’s biggest stages. Before he became a breakout star on Mad TV, Orlando launched a successful ad agency at 18, dropped out of college, and got his first TV writing gig on A Different World thanks to mentors who saw his potential and a willingness to listen more than speak.Orlando opens up about learning the

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0:57

[Trailer] Orlando Jones: Writer, Performer & Pop...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/07/29

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Orlando Jones, actor, comedian, writer, and creative powerhouse, to explore the winding journey that took him from Mobile, Alabama to some of Hollywood’s biggest stages. Before he became a breakout star on Mad TV, Orlando launched a successful ad agency at 18, dropped out of college, and got his first TV writing gig on A Different World thanks to mentors who saw his potential and a willingness to listen more than speak.Orlando opens up about learning the

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33:07

147. Dean Karnazes: The Runner Who Conquered 50...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/07/15

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Dean Karnazes—ultramarathoner, bestselling author, and a man who redefined what’s possible when you follow your passion. Before becoming a household name in endurance sports, Dean lived a typical corporate life, complete with a six-figure salary and a marketing job at GlaxoSmithKline. But on his 30th birthday, something shifted. After a night out, he impulsively ran 30 miles—despite not having run in 15 years. That unplanned run reignited his love for

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1:07

[Trailer] Dean Karnazes: The Runner Who Conquered 50...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/07/15

In this episode of HawkeTalk, I sit down with Dean Karnazes—ultramarathoner, bestselling author, and a man who redefined what’s possible when you follow your passion. Before becoming a household name in endurance sports, Dean lived a typical corporate life, complete with a six-figure salary and a marketing job at GlaxoSmithKline. But on his 30th birthday, something shifted. After a night out, he impulsively ran 30 miles—despite not having run in 15 years. That unplanned run reignited his love for

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40:39

146. Guy Kawasaki: Apple Alum, Canva Evangelist &...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/07/08

He fainted in a hospital hallway. Quit law school after just two weeks. Got robbed—twice—on his way to high school. And for a while, he sold jewelry just to pay rent. So how did that guy end up helping Apple launch the Macintosh, becoming one of the most influential voices in tech, and helping Canva grow into a global design powerhouse?In this episode, I sit down with Guy Kawasaki, a man whose life defies the clean-cut success stories we often hear. Born and raised in Hawaii in a lower middle-class

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1:02

[Trailer] Guy Kawasaki: Apple Alum, Canva Evangelist...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/07/08

He fainted in a hospital hallway. Quit law school after just two weeks. Got robbed—twice—on his way to high school. And for a while, he sold jewelry just to pay rent. So how did that guy end up helping Apple launch the Macintosh, becoming one of the most influential voices in tech, and helping Canva grow into a global design powerhouse? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:49

145. Kaisa Levine: The Mom Who Built FridaBaby Into a...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/07/01

In this episode, I sit down with Kaisa Levine, founder of NoseFrida and the woman behind one of the most recognizable baby products on the market.We talk about how she went from working on ambulances in New York City to launching a startup out of her garage, without any background in manufacturing, retail, or e-commerce. Kaisa opens up about how discovering NoseFrida on a trip home to Sweden sparked an idea that would lead to an international business, why she was so confident the “snot sucker”

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1:02

[Trailer] Kaisa Levine: The Mom Who Built FridaBaby...

HawkeTalk ·

2025/07/01

In this episode, I sit down with Kaisa Levine, founder of NoseFrida and the woman behind one of the most recognizable baby products on the market.We talk about how she went from working on ambulances in New York City to launching a startup out of her garage, without any background in manufacturing, retail, or e-commerce. Kaisa opens up about how discovering NoseFrida on a trip home to Sweden sparked an idea that would lead to an international business, why she was so confident the “snot sucker”

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