How did a small group of Wall Street firms, once considered corporate outlaws, come to own everything from the hospital down the street to the country's biggest pet store? This episode provides a sweeping overview of the rise of private equity, the most powerful and least understood force in modern capitalism. We go back to the beginning, with the pioneers at Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR) who orchestrated the legendary, bare-knuckled leveraged buyout of RJR Nabisco, a battle immortalized in the book

The empire of the Junk Bond King was built on a foundation of genius, but it was destroyed by hubris and illegality. This episode chronicles the epic downfall of Michael Milken, a saga of greed and corruption that became the defining scandal of the 1980s. We follow the sprawling insider trading investigation led by a young, ambitious U.S. Attorney named Rudy Giuliani, who was determined to make an example of Milken and the excesses of Wall Street. We unravel the complex web of illegal activities

After the corporate raiders of the 80s came a new, more sophisticated force on Wall Street: private equity. This episode tells the story of Steve Schwarzman, the co-founder of the Blackstone Group, who became the undisputed king of this new financial empire. We trace Schwarzman’s journey from a Lehman Brothers executive to the head of a firm that would become the largest alternative investment firm in the world, with trillions of dollars in assets under management. We demystify the world of private

In the 1980s, a new kind of predator roamed Wall Street: the corporate raider. And no one embodied that role more than Carl Icahn. This episode explores the life and tactics of the original activist investor, a man who built a multi-billion-dollar fortune by waging war on the management of America's biggest companies. We delve into Icahn's signature strategy: buying a large stake in a company he deemed undervalued, and then using that position to bully, threaten, and cajole the board into making

The roaring, greed-is-good ethos of the 1980s was built on a financial instrument that Michael Milken all but invented: the high-yield "junk bond." This episode tells the story of the man who revolutionized Wall Street from his X-shaped desk in Beverly Hills. We explore how Milken discovered a massive, untapped market by arguing that the bonds of smaller, riskier companies—long dismissed as "junk"—were actually undervalued and could be a source of immense profit. We show how Milken and his firm,

Warren Buffett has cultivated an image as America's favorite billionaire—a man who lives modestly, pays his taxes, and eats at McDonald's. But behind this carefully crafted persona lies a ruthless and pragmatic capitalist. This episode explores the deep contradictions of the Oracle of Omaha, contrasting his public pronouncements on social equity with the often-brutal realities of his business decisions. We investigate some of Berkshire Hathaway's most controversial investments, from its large stake

To some, George Soros is a visionary philanthropist and champion of democracy; to others, he is a shadowy globalist puppet master. This episode cuts through the conspiracy theories to tell the real story of the man and his money. We trace his incredible life, from his survival as a Jewish teenager in Nazi-occupied Hungary to his emergence as one of the most successful and feared hedge fund managers in history. The centerpiece of our story is the audacious financial bet that made him a legend: his

Warren Buffett is known today as a folksy, grandfatherly figure, a sage investor who dispenses wisdom from his modest home in Omaha, Nebraska. But how did this man become the "Oracle"? This episode journeys back to the beginning, uncovering the origin story of the world's most successful investor. We trace his early life as a prodigious, numbers-obsessed boy who was reading books on finance while his peers were reading comics. We delve into his formative years at Columbia Business School under the

Welcome to STAT Stitch Deep Dive: Beyond the Bedside, where real nurses break down the most high-yield topics in nursing school and clinical practice.In this full-length episode, we dive deep into the Assessment of the Abdomen—a comprehensive breakdown for nursing students, new grads, and NCLEX prep warriors. You’ll learn how to confidently assess the abdomen, recognize red-flag findings, and connect pathophysiology to bedside action.We’ll cover: • Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) & GERD—their

Welcome to STAT Stitch Deep Dive: Beyond the Bedside, where real nurses simplify complex nursing concepts. This episode focuses on the Peripheral Vascular System Assessment.You’ll review how to: • Evaluate arterial, venous, and lymphatic function through pulse strength, temperature, capillary refill, edema, and lymph-node assessment. • Recognize red-flag findings such as absent pulses, cool pallor, unilateral swelling, or warmth/redness from thrombophlebitis. • Differentiate arterial vs venous

In this episode, we take a high-yield deep dive into the Thorax and Lungs Assessment — perfect for your next Health Assessment exam or clinical check-off.You’ll learn how to:Identify normal vs. abnormal respiratory findings during inspection, palpation, and auscultation.Recognize red-flag signs like stridor, cyanosis, and diminished breath sounds — and know when they’re life-threatening (ABCs!).Understand what barrel chest, nail clubbing, and crepitus really mean.Prioritize nursing interventions

Service learning experiences can be deeply meaningful for both students and teachers, but when they’re not thoughtfully planned, they can also lead to unintended consequences.In this episode, we dive into the behind-the-scenes of those big “Week Without Walls” trips and other school-led service projects. Together, we reflect on how schools can design service learning programs that foster meaningful connections, responsible action, and real learning for everyone involved. Check out the

🏛️ When Tradition Meets the Constitution🌟 Imagine a legal battle where centuries-old property customs directly clash with modern constitutional rights. What happens when your neighbor claims they have the right to buy your property before anyone else - just because they live next door?💡 What You'll Discover:🔍 How ancient 'Shufaa' (pre-emption) rights worked and why they're controversial⚖️ The clever procedural tricks lawyers use to challenge old laws🎯 Why accepting money doesn't always

Most accounting firms are dramatically underpricing their services, but the fear of losing clients keeps them stuck. Marie Greene and Ryan Embry join Blake for a live conversation in LA about spotting underpricing, having the repricing conversation, and why your worst clients are often the most price-insensitive. Plus, a live role-play demonstration of how to navigate a difficult pricing conversation.ChaptersSign up to get free CPE for listening to this

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In episode 15, Mike and TC explore various aspects of Bitcoin, including the divisiveness within the community, the technicalities of nodes and mempool, the viability of home mining, and the potential future of Bitcoin in relation to central banks and inflation. They discuss innovative mining solutions and the implications of transitioning to a new monetary system, emphasising the importance of understanding Bitcoin's technical landscape and the evolving relationship between Bitcoin and gold

Welcome back to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week, we’re revisiting a powerful episode all about those tough days — when homeschooling feels overwhelming, parenting feels heavy, and sometimes… you just need to cry. It’s something every homeschooling mom experiences at some point, and we want you to know — you’re not alone. So sit back, take a deep breath, and join us for a conversation that’s honest, real, and hopefully, encouraging. We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for making The

Anthony Laban visits Diligents in Guildford to sit down with owner Tom Hoffman and his prodigy Fin Addison, cutting through the crap on what it really takes to scale a successful barbershop brand. Tom reveals the true financial reality of their high-end venture - from securing a £100k+ silent investor to the constant need for aggressive financial growth…This episode highlights that being a master barber is only 10% of the job; success requires delegating, mastering your books and embracing the

The U.S. higher education system has been a primary source of research that fuels innovation in science and industry, provides students from low-income communities opportunity to escape from poverty, and enriches the lives of graduates. In this episode, Rebecca Winthrop joins us to discuss how changes in federal policy are affecting the U.S. educational system and, ultimately, our society. Rebecca is a senior fellow and director of the Center for Universal Education at the Brookings Institution,

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