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Where Do Gays Retire PodcastWhere Do Gays Retire PodcastWhy Living in Florence, Italy is a Dream Come True with Tom LeonardWe’re diving into the fabulous world of Florence, Italy, where our guest Tom Leonard is living his best life in a city that’s as enchanting as it is historical. Tom spills the tea on everything from the cost of living to the vibrant Italian culture, plus a sprinkle about his own journey from California to the charming hills of Florence. He’s not just soaking up the sun and pasta; he’s also juggling his digital marketing gig while brushing up on his Italian skills and indulging in local cuisine. Whether you’re curious about healthcare, safety, or the din...2025-06-041h 13Productivity SmartsProductivity SmartsProductivity Smarts 103 - A Working Man's Guide with Dr. Mark L. Teague, PhDEver feel like your problems are too big, too vague, too tangled to tackle? Dr. Mark L. Teague calls it “the blob”—that overwhelming mass of modern challenges we all face. In this powerful episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Dr. Teague, economist, former finance executive, and author of A Working Man’s Guide, to reveal a game-changing approach: frame the problem before you fight it. Dr. Teague shares the strategy that helped him go from farmhand to PhD and Wall Street leadership: simplify the chaos, break it into components, and work...2025-05-2742 minPapa hört zuPapa hört zu#12 Mark Leonard - Neurodivergent in den NiederlandenIn dieser Folge spreche ich mit Mark Leonard. Er ist vor ein paar Jahren zusammen mit seiner Familie in die Niederlande ausgewandert. Auf Instagram zeigt er, wie sehr sich das Leben dort zu uns hier in Deutschland, gerade im Bezug auf Kinder unterscheidet. Er nimmt seine Follower aber auch mit auf den Weg der Neurodivergenz, denn er berät Familien im Autismusprofil PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance).Hier findest du mehr Infos zu Mark :https://www.instagram.com/mark.my.thoughtshttps://mark-leonard.de/2025-02-0544 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughChaos to Calm: The Choice ConnectionWelcome to the Happiness Breakthrough with Dr. Mark and Becky Leonard! In this enlightening episode, join us as we explore the transformative power of choice in achieving resilience, mental clarity, and personal excellence. Through candid conversations and stories, we delve into how life's chaos can be managed by making intentional choices that align with our core values. Becky shares her strategies for managing chaotic moments, while Dr. Mark reflects on internal versus external locus of control. Discover practical tips for bringing more joy and control into your life through a unique blend of personal development and spiritual growth. Tune...2025-02-0436 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughHarnessing CONTROL in Life's ChaosThe Happiness Breakthrough: Mastering Chaos and Finding Control Join Dr. Mark and Becky Leonard on 'The Happiness Breakthrough,' where they delve into the convergence of resilience, mindset, and excellence. In this episode, they share practical tips and stories to navigate life's toughest trials, manage chaos, and regain control. They introduce the 'CONTROL' framework—Choose, Observe, Nourish, Transform, Resilience, Optimism, and Language—offering actionable wisdom to transform your life even amidst chaos. Tune in for profound insights backed by science and spiritual teachings. 00:00 Welcome to the Happiness Breakthrough 00:33 Musings on Personal Theme Music 02:31 The Cha...2025-01-2838 minMark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesTen foreign policy predictions for 20252024 was a year of intense geopolitical shifts and growing uncertainty. But one thing remains consistent: ECFR’s ever-popular predictions podcast. In our first outing for 2025, Mark Leonard and ECFR research director Jeremy Shapiro team up to reflect on the accuracy of last year’s predictions—and, with crystal balls in hand, try to decipher which forces will shape 2025. Is this the year they finally achieve 10/10?Let us know if you think they missed something! Write your own predictions in to Mark via mark.leonard@ecfr.eu.Bookshelf:A Nasty Little War: The We...2025-01-0317 minThe Mindful Coach PodcastThe Mindful Coach PodcastMindfulness is Social & Other Insights from Mark LeonardThe Mind is a social process, rather than an individual process.Mark Leonard joins Brett Hill on the Mindful Coach Podcast to discuss the transformative power of mindfulness in the workplace, emphasizing that the social learning process may be more impactful than the meditation practice itself. Leonard highlights his development of Mindfulness Based Organizational Education, a program designed to make mindfulness more accessible and relevant to diverse audiences, particularly in corporate settings. He shares insights from his experience at the Oxford Mindfulness Center and explains how adapting mindfulness practices for the workplace involves not only...2024-12-2651 minCapital Compounders ShowCapital Compounders ShowThe Compounding Machine: Mark Leonard & Constellation SoftwareIn this episode of the Capital Compounders Show, host Robin Speziale interviews the anonymous investor known as The Compounding Tortoise (CT), who shares in-depth insights on the Constellation Software Universe Universe - $CSU, $TOI.v, and $LMN.v - its CEO Mark Leonard, and the broader investment strategy surrounding serial acquirers. CT discusses the unique business model of Constellation Software, emphasizing its decentralized management structure, the importance of M&A, and the challenges of organic growth. The conversation also touches on the complexities of financial metrics like ROIC and the implications of recent spin-outs, including Topicus and Lumine. Throughout...2024-12-131h 11Personal Development Trailblazers PodcastPersonal Development Trailblazers PodcastShift Your Mindset and Take Control With Dr. Mark Leonard Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode,  we’ll explore the profound power of a mindset shift—how reframing your thoughts and beliefs can unlock new possibilities, restore your sense of control, and empower you to navigate life’s challenges with confidence. Dr. Mark Leonard has been an entrepreneur and business owner for over 20 years, experiencing his fair share of worries, sleepless nights, and setbacks along the way. Currently, he owns three businesses that employ an average of 35 employees, giving him an intimate understanding of the pressures of owning and run...2024-12-0416 minNo Way OutNo Way OutHow Fat Leonard Breached the Navy's OODA Loop with Tom WrightSend us a textIn this episode of No Way Out, investigative journalist Tom Wright joins us to dissect the infamous Fat Leonard scandal, a dark chapter in U.S. Navy history where corruption, manipulation, and ethical breaches were exposed on a massive scale. Leonard Francis, the Malaysian contractor at the heart of the scandal, exploited systemic weaknesses in Navy operations, unraveling how deep-rooted issues in military culture can jeopardize national security.Tom Wright, Ponch (a retired Navy captain), and Mark McGrath (a former Marine Corps captain) explore the challenges whistleblowers  faced, the struggles of N...2024-10-231h 12The Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E13 How To Work With Your Spouse When You’re Mad At Each OtherIn this episode of 'The Happiness Breakthrough,' hosts Dr. Mark and Becky Leonard, delve into the intricacies of working with your spouse. Broadcasting from the stunning beaches of Hawaii, they share personal stories and strategies for balancing their often contrasting mindsets. Through tales of real-life experiences, they provide valuable tips on communication and partnership. Listeners are also invited to an upcoming marriage retreat in Hawaii, aimed at strengthening relationships and fostering a sense of Ohana. The Power of TED, By David Emerald - https://amzn.to/3MhIfcW 3 Uncommon Things You Can Do To Master...2024-08-2420 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E12 Inner vs. Outer Voice: Maintaining Your Values in ConfrontationInner vs. Outer Voice: Maintaining Your Values in Confrontation In this episode of 'The Happiness Breakthrough,' Dr. Mark and Becky Leonard discuss the challenges of maintaining composure when our external actions betray our internal values. They share personal anecdotes about being cut off in traffic, dealing with rude customers, and navigating difficult business and personal relationships. The Leonards provide actionable strategies emphasizing self-awareness, defining core values, showing mercy to oneself and others, and preparing for difficult conversations. They also touch upon the importance of aligning one's behavior with deeply-held values, seeking forgiveness, and turning to one's...2024-08-1536 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E11 The Success Ripple: How Service Accelerates Your Business GrowthIn this episode of The Happiness Breakthrough, Dr. Mark and Becky Leonard delve into their journey of overcoming adversity, trials, and difficulties to create successful business practices. They share how their online sales venture began with Facebook Live beta testing, evolving with constant changes in social media algorithms. The couple discusses the importance of resilience, optimism, and creating new pathways when faced with challenges. They offer practical marketing tips, emphasizing the power of genuine relationships, servant leadership, and giving value to the community. Dr. Mark and Becky inspire listeners with their story of overcoming adversities and achieving record-breaking success...2024-08-0946 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E10 The Art of Networking: From Cringe to ConnectionJoin Dr. Mark and Becky Leonard on the Happiness Breakthrough as they share personal stories and actionable tips on how to transform the often awkward and dreaded networking experience into effective and genuine connections. Learn practical strategies to become a master connector, including harnessing confidence through self-affirmation, asking engaging open-ended questions, and shifting mindsets from self-serving sales to service-oriented interactions. Discover the secrets to creating lasting relationships that build trust and facilitate business growth. 00:00 Introduction to Networking 00:13 Welcome to the Happiness Breakthrough 01:17 Awkward Networking Experiences 02:19 Transforming Networking into Connecting 05:23 The Sales Mindset Shift 10:08 Effective Networking Strategies 20:03 Overcoming Networking Anxiety 20:38...2024-08-0240 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E9 Franchise Ownership: Expectations vs. RealityFranchise Ownership: Expectations vs. Reality In this episode, hosts Dr. Mark and Becky Leonard, entrepreneurs and franchise owners, share their experience and insights into the world of franchising. They delve into the questions they've received about franchise ownership, including why they chose a franchise over starting their own concept, the challenges they've faced, and the different types of people interested in franchising. They also discuss the pros and cons of newer versus established franchises and offer advice on maintaining balance and values while aiming for business success. This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone considering or currently...2024-07-2742 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E8 The Love Act: Strengthening Relationships for EntrepreneursIn this episode of 'The Happiness Breakthrough Show' with Becky and Dr. Mark Leonard, the hosts delve into the challenges entrepreneurs face when their business struggles begin affecting their marriages. They introduce 'The Love Act,' a three-step strategy focused on talking, listening, and acting to reinforce and revive connections with one's spouse. They share personal anecdotes and practical tips to help entrepreneurs balance their professional and personal lives, emphasizing the importance of communication, understanding, and intentional action to maintain a healthy relationship. 00:00 Introduction to the Happiness Breakthrough Show 00:19 The Entrepreneur's Nightmare: When Dreams Turn Sour 00:38 Impact on Personal...2024-07-1931 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E7 Balancing Parenthood and Self-CareBalancing Parenthood and Self-Care In this episode of 'The Happiness Breakthrough Show,' hosts Becky and Dr. Mark Leonard discuss the challenges and strategies of balancing parenthood and self-care. The couple shares their recent experiences of dealing with illness, babysitting, and unexpected hardships like a broken air conditioner, all while trying to maintain their routines and responsibilities. They emphasize the importance of parents taking care of themselves to effectively care for their families, setting appropriate boundaries, and fostering a supportive community. The episode also covers the significance of teaching teenagers responsibility and the detrimental effects of labeling...2024-07-1239 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E6 Building a Strong Marriage: Lessons from 33 Years TogetherIn this special episode of 'The Happiness Breakthrough Show,' hosts Becky and Dr. Mark Leonard celebrate their 33rd wedding anniversary by discussing the essential component of care in marriage. They share personal stories, delve into the importance of love languages, and provide valuable tools for strengthening relationships. The episode includes intimate anecdotes, insights into maintaining respect and love, and practical advice such as the ‘$3 Marriage Solution' and resources for understanding love and intimacy languages. The hosts also reflect on real-life challenges and the significance of open communication, making this a heartfelt guide to nurturing a successful and loving ma...2024-07-0435 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E5 Mindset Mastery: Tools for Overcoming Daily FrustrationsJoin hosts Becky and Dr. Mark Leonard on 'The Happiness Breakthrough Show' as they dive deep into the challenges of maintaining a positive mindset during life's unexpected moments. This episode covers personal anecdotes, such as the frustration of minor daily mishaps, and provides actionable tools and strategies to shift out of negative thoughts. Discover the concept of 'above and below the line,' the importance of humor, and the power of choice in changing your mindset. Perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their mental resilience and find joy even in tough situations. Take the Best Life Assessment...2024-06-1339 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E4 Living Your Best Life: Strategies for Excellence and HappinessLiving Your Best Life: Strategies for Excellence and Happiness In this episode of the Happiness Breakthrough Show, hosts Becky and Dr. Mark Leonard discuss what it means to live your best life. They explore the formula E = MC², where E stands for Excellence, equals Mindset times Care times Connection. The couple delves into methods for defining and creating your best life through visualization, creative experiences, and assessments. They also touch on the importance of balanced relationships, mindset, and personal care to achieve an excellent life. Tune in for strategies, personal stories, and practical advice to help you l...2024-06-0542 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E3 Overcoming Hardship: Planning Your Path To An Excellent LifeOvercoming Hardship: Planning Your Path to an Excellent Life In this podcast episode, hosts Mark and Becky discuss the universal nature of hardship, sharing insights on how stress impacts daily life and relationships. They cover various life stages, from parenting challenges with toddlers, elementary, and middle school kids to stresses related to teenagers and college students. Additionally, they delve into maintaining strong marital relationships, the struggles of entrepreneurship, and climbing the corporate ladder. The episode emphasizes the importance of planning and preparation in overcoming personal and professional hurdles, drawing parallels to planning an ideal trip. It highlights...2024-05-2835 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E2 Navigating Life’s Storms: Overcoming Trials with Faith and MindsetNavigating Life’s Storms: Overcoming Trials with Faith and Mindset In this episode, hosts Mark and Becky delve deep into their personal journey of overcoming significant life challenges. They reflect on their experiences with marital issues, mental health crises within their family, bankruptcy, and health scares. The period from 2017 to 2020 is highlighted as their most testing time, amidst which they felt a divine prompting to make a major life change by moving to Arizona. Through their story of resilience, they explore how they rebuilt their lives and businesses, emphasizing the importance of mindset, intentional living, and faith. As...2024-05-2849 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughS3E1 Where It All BeganThe Mark and Becky Leonard Story: Resilience, Mindset, and Happiness In this introductory episode, Mark and Becky Leonard reminisce about their journey from high school sweethearts to successful entrepreneurs and mindset experts. They discuss how their relationship blossomed, the challenges they faced as young parents, and the numerous jobs and sacrifices that paved the way to their eventual success. Mark has a doctorate in Organizational Leadership with a focus on Positive Psychology, while Becky is preparing to pursue a doctorate in Physical Therapy. The couple emphasizes the importance of resilience, humor, and a never-quit mindset. They announce...2024-05-2838 minThe Faithful Fatherhood PodcastThe Faithful Fatherhood Podcast66. Achieving a Happiness Breakthrough, with Dr. Mark LeonardHappiness. It sounds so enticing, so desirable. We want more happiness in our own lives, and we want our kids to be happy, too. Yet, joy isn't always the first emotion that comes to mind when we think about fatherhood. Being a father is challenging, and sometimes happiness gets lost in the day-to-day stress and challenge of fatherhood. According to Dr. Mark Leonard, founder of The Happiness Breakthrough, we are all capable of achieving more happiness -- and indeed, the formula for a happiness breakthrough is relatively simple. Simple doesn't necessarily mean easy, however. So join us in this w...2024-05-1657 minWicked Smart GolfWicked Smart GolfMichael Leonard featured "On the Mark Podcast"Hey listeners - Wicked Smart Golf is getting Masters week started out with a bang! I was fortunate enough to be a guest on Mark Immelman's "On the Mark" podcast and it dropped today. When you listen, you will learn: How Wicked Smart Golf was born What it takes to play "consistent" golf Why the mental game is so important on & off the course The worst college tee shot ever and how it shaped my future And a lot more. Make sure to listen to today's episode of On the Mark Podcast.  >>Listen o...2024-04-1102 minCinema AustraliaCinema AustraliaEpisode #108 | Mark Leonard Winter, Geraldine Hakewill and Mahveen ShahrakiMy guests on this episode are The Rooster writer and director, Mark Leonard Winter, and co-producers Mahveen Shahraki and Geraldine Hakewill. The Rooster is simply must-see cinema. It’s an experience. The Rooster transcends cinematic boundaries, delving deep into the human experience and illuminating the darkest corners of our minds with a shining light. Mark Leonard Winter’s visionary storytelling proves that he is not just a talented actor, but a genuine filmmaker. The Rooster follows Dan, a small-town cop. When the body of his oldest friend Steve (Rhys Mitchell) is found buried in a shallow grave, Dan seeks answers from...2024-02-1438 minThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Happiness BreakthroughThe Think Celestial MindsetDuring the October 2023 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, President Russell M. Nelson gave a short and powerful talk on Think Celestial. This episode explores practical ways we can utilize a Growth Mindset to develop a Think Celestial persona. Dr. Mark and co-host Becky offer 7 practical tips on shifting your mindset. All research and podcast notes are available at. www.thehappinessbreakthrough.com/podcastnotes2024-02-081h 01Awakened AnesthetistAwakened AnesthetistTransatlantic Tales of a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant ft. Mark Leonard, CAAIn this first PROCESS interview of 2024, I sit down with the extraordinary Mark Leonard, whose career leap from the UK's Anesthesia Associate to an American Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant is nothing short of inspirational. Mark candidly shares his insider knowledge on his significant roles within the CAA profession, from his hands-on clinical work to spearheading simulation program development and teaching regional anesthesia to CAAs. This episode isn't just Mark's personal story; it's a treasure trove of insights for anyone in the anesthesia field or anyone contemplating a big life change. Mark encourages all CAAs to find their unique p...2024-01-191h 27The Art of ValueThe Art of ValuePrimer: Mark Leonard, Constellation Software & TopicusConstellation software is a high-quality serial acquirer company with an incredible capital allocator Mark Leonard leading it. Constellation Software stock has produced excellent stock market returns for many years. This episode is a primer on Constellation Software, its legendary founder and President Mark Leonard, and its recent European spin-off Topicus. See timestamps below for specific sections: 00:00 Mark Leonard, Constellation Software and spin-off Topicus 00:33 Who is Mark Leonard? 00:51 Constellation Software stock returns over time (TSE: CSU) 02:02 The founding of Constellation Software 02:48 Influence of Mark Leonard's investing mentor Steve Scotchmer 2023-09-2315 minThe Good Work PodcastThe Good Work PodcastPreserving Nature's Abundance: Mark Opel's Conservation Finance JourneyIn this episode, we're honored to host Mark Opel, a true advocate for environmental stewardship, in all its unexpected forms.  As the Finance Lead for the Campaign for Nature, Mark shares his deep-rooted connection to the natural world, his team's ambitious mission to protect 30% of the planet by 2030, and the challenges and rewards of stepping in to values-aligned work.  Join us as we explore Mark's inspiring journey from private equity to conservation, the power of humor and a supportive team, and what we can learn from the traditional and transformative potential of philanthropy.   Key Takeaways: Discover Mark...2023-09-2036 minMark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesDefending the open society with Mark Malloch-BrownGlobal freedom has been declining for 17 years. Authoritarian turns are increasing, and current events – such as the rise of populism and Russia’s war on Ukraine – are shaping the future of democracy across the globe. In this week’s episode, Mark Leonard welcomes the president of the Open Society Foundations (OSF), Mark Malloch-Brown – who previously served as UN deputy secretary-general under Kofi Annan – to discuss open societies and OSF’s role in promoting justice, democratic governance, and human rights worldwide. What are OSF’s next steps in the new global reality? How could changes in the organisation’s presence in Europe affect civi...2023-09-1539 minThe Mindful Coach PodcastThe Mindful Coach PodcastThe Urgent Need for Social Mindfulness Training in Organizations with Mark LeonardAbout this Episode:In this pivotal episode of The Mindful Coach podcast, host Brett Hill is joined by Mark Leonard, Sustainability Practitioner and co-creator at the Oxford Mindfulness Center.In a world where the impact of our actions has never been more apparent, the urgency of organizational transformation toward sustainability becomes undeniably pressing. Mark's innovative and research-backed approach hinges on a crucial, often overlooked factor: social mindfulness.Mark's Insight About Social MindfulnessWith a background in traditional mindfulness training, Mark discovered that the power of social relationships in these trainings supported...2023-07-2048 minEerie TravelsEerie TravelsEpisode 40 - Haunted Attraction Design with Leonard Pickel!Now that the 4th of July has passed, it is officially Halloween Season in the Eerie Travels books! To celebrate, hosts Erika Lance and Mark Muncy talk haunted house design with Leonard Pickel. Special thank you to Leonard Pickel, haunted attraction designer extraordinaire and our guest this episode! To meet with Leonard about your haunt, visit https://www.hauntrepreneurs.com #eerietravels #markmuncy #erikalance #calliemuncy #hauntings #haunted #haunts #leonardpickel #beingscared #hauntedattractions #hauntedhouse Episode Credits: Hosts - Erika Lance @authorerikalance - Mark Muncy @eerietravels Guest - Leonard Pickel @hauntrepreneurs_themed_design Producer - Calista...2023-07-111h 04Northland Artists ConversationNorthland Artists ConversationNorthland Artists Conversation with Leonard McDougallSend us a textHey, hey it's Thursday and we all know what that means! Only 1 day to go until the weekend AND the new Northland Artists Conversation podcast goes live. Our guest this week is the very cool and super awesome Leonard McDougall!It was great to be able to sit down with Leonard and hear his story. It's fascinating to hear him talk about how he started drawing then going into graphic design and now being a tutor for NGEN Room and the amazing work they do in the digital tech space. Super...2023-03-1655 minRead & RepeatRead & RepeatEP29 Constellation Software Letters by Mark LeonardIn today’s episode, we'll be discussing the management philosophy and investment strategies of Mark Leonard, the CEO of Constellation Software. Over the years, Leonard has developed a cult following for his unique approach to acquiring mission-critical vertical software businesses, which has led to impressive 30% annualized returns for shareholders. Leonard's decentralized management style and his focus on aligning incentives with stakeholders have been key to Constellation's success, fueling their acquisition engine to complete 100+ deals per year. In this episode, we'll break down some of the key themes in his shareholder letters, drawing parallels with the CEOs from "The Outsiders". Wi...2023-03-0955 minWe Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast NetworkWe Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast NetworkMark Leonard: The Best Capital Allocator You've Never Heard ofOn today’s episode, Clay Finck does a deep dive into Constellation Software (Ticker: $CSU). Constellation Software is a Canadian holding company that has acquired over 600 vertical market software businesses. The company was founded by Mark Leonard, and has delivered exceptional returns to shareholders since their IPO in 2006. The stock has had an average annual return of over 34% from 2006 through the end of 2022. If you are like Clay and enjoy learning about high-quality businesses, then you won’t want to miss this episode.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro2023-03-0558 minNo Way OutNo Way OutA General’s View on Boyd, Leadership and Agility with Maj Gen Brook J. Leonard, USAF | Ep 8Send us a textMaj Gen Brook J. “Tank” Leonard, USAF is an experienced leader in the U.S. Air Force. He has extensive leadership experience with a wide range of organizations of various scales; in several complex and uncertain environments, including combat. He is currently the Deputy Commander and Director of Operations at Combined Joint Task Force - Space Operations, leading planning and operations for United States Space Command. He has flown numerous aircraft, including the F-16 and F-35, with over 3,000 flight hours, including 576 combat hours. Maj Gen Leonard is a graduate of the U.S. Air...2023-02-231h 26Good Vibrations PodcastGood Vibrations PodcastGVP #231 - Ann Diamond - MK-Ultra & Leonard CohenAnn Diamond is a Canadian writer and survivor of the CIA’s MK-Ultra mind control programme, having spent time at the notorious McGill University/ Allan Memorial site in Montreal. She gives an insight into some of the LSD and electroshock experimentation that went on both here at at Montauk in Long Island.For many years she was the occasional girlfriend of singer-songwriter/ poet Leonard Cohen. He, it would appear, was in the employ of the CIA and possibly Mossad, and used his cover as a performer, (he was 33 years old before he emerged as a singer) to undertake sp...2023-02-131h 30Mark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesDavos world: Alexander Stubb and Mark Leonard live from the WEFThis week’s episode comes to you all the way from the snowy peaks of Davos, Switzerland. Mark Leonard is joined by ECFR board member Alexander Stubb – who is director of the school of transnational governance at the European University Institute in Florence and a former prime minister of Finland – to give us their take on this year's World Economic Forum. What does cooperation in a fragmented world look like? Does the war in Ukraine still top the bill in every WEF session, and how do leaders discuss the energy crisis? Leonard and Stubb share their thoughts on all this and mo...2023-01-2022 minMark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesTop ten foreign policy trends for 2023Our beloved predictions episode is back! As they do every year, Mark Leonard and ECFR research director Jeremy Shapiro forecast the foreign policy trends and events for the year ahead.If other analysts saw it coming, Mark and Jeremy certainly didn’t. Their 2022 prediction of “no large-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine” really threw last year’s scoring off leaving them with only 6/10 points. Will they do better this time? And what are your foreign policy predictions for 2023? Send us an email or tweet them to us using #Worldin30Minutes! This podcast was recorded on 4 January 2023.Further reading:2023: The year we learn to...2023-01-0622 minMark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesThe future of open society with Leonard BenardoAs fundamental freedoms are being challenged worldwide, the very idea of open societies is being questioned. The crisis of liberalism and the decline of the West, together with increased disinformation and polarisation, have revealed inequality and the need for critical public debate as a central issue for the advancement of open societies. In this week’s podcast, Leonard Benardo, executive vice president for the Open Society Foundations, joins Mark Leonard to discuss the great challenges open societies are currently experiencing. What role do identity politics play when thinking about solidarity and social cohesion? How can the digital revolution impact electoral de...2022-09-0936 minGreenwich StreetsGreenwich StreetsSpecial Guest - Chief Evangelist of Compass Real Estate Leonard SteinbergHear the latest market report sharing inventory numbers, an update on the Fed and mortgage deductions, state taxes – all the fun things that ultimately impact your buying power.  In addition we welcome special guest Leonard Steinberg, Chief Evangelist at Compass Real Estate. What is a Chief Evangelist? Its as unorthodox as the founding of Compass Brokerage itself – a model that has gotten the company to be the No. 1 brokerage in the country. 25-year veteran Leonard Steinberg started a firestorm in the real estate profession when he joined the small start-up technology-focused New York-based brokerage Urban Compa...2022-06-2054 minRadulich in BroadcastingRadulich in BroadcastingThe Four Kings of Boxing: Chapter 11 - Leonard Duran 3 and EpiloguePat Mullin and Mark Radulich continue with their newest history of boxing podcast series on the Four Kings of Boxing this time it's chapter 11 and finale - The Four Kings of Boxing Leonard vs Duran 3.Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Roberto Durán III, billed as Uno Mas, was a professional boxing match contested on December 7, 1989 for the WBC super middleweight title.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsosnapchat: markkind76FB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulich2022-06-141h 05Radulich in BroadcastingRadulich in BroadcastingThe Four Kings of Boxing: Chapter 10 - Leonard vs Hearns 2Pat Mullin and Mark Radulich continue with their newest history of boxing podcast series on the Four Kings of Boxing this time it's chapter 10 - The Four Kings of Boxing: Leonard vs Hearns 2.Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns II, billed as The War, was a professional boxing match contested on June 12, 1989, for the WBC and WBO super middleweight titles. The fight ended in a split draw, meaning both fighters retained their respective titles.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsosnapchat: markkind76FB...2022-05-2740 minSinica PodcastSinica PodcastToo much of a good thing? Connectivity and the age of "unpeace," with the ECFR's Mark LeonardThis week on Sinica, Kaiser is joined by Mark Leonard, founder and director of the European Council on Foreign Relations and author most recently of The Age of Unpeace: How Connectivity Causes Conflict. Mark talks about how despite the bright promise that increasing connectedness — whether in trade, telecommunications, or movements of individuals — would usher in a world of better mutual understanding and enduring peace, the reality is that this connectedness has made the world more fractured and fractious. He explains how the three "empires of connectivity" — the U.S., China, and the EU — each leverage their extensive connectivity to advance t...2022-05-191h 07Mark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesGermany’s Zeitenwende: what does it mean for Europe?German chancellor, Olaf Scholz, is facing criticism for not meeting the expectations he created with his Zeitenwende speech. But how fair is this criticism? Mark Leonard ponders this question and others with some of his German colleagues: ECFR senior policy fellows Janka Oertel and Jana Puglierin, and policy fellow and head of ECFR’s Task Force for Strengthening Europe against Economic Coercion, Jonathan Hackenbroich. How is Germany actually doing in turning round its security and defence policies? And what kind of change is afoot in Germany’s most beloved field, economic policy? This podcast was recorded on 11 May 2022.Further reading:- Ho...2022-05-1333 minFoundersFounders#246 Mark Leonard's Shareholder LettersWhat I learned from reading Constellation Software Inc. President's Letters by Mark Leonard.----Get access to the World’s Most Valuable Notebook for Founders at Founders Notes.com----[1:10] Business lessons from Mark Leonard by Tren Griffin[2:11] Newsletter: Liberty’s Highlights The Serendipity Engine: Investing & business, science & technology, and the arts.[2:59] I don’t like anyone telling me what to do. I don’t like anyone saying I am an authority figure and you will do it this way. I can’t think of anything that annoys me m...2022-05-1355 minRadulich in BroadcastingRadulich in BroadcastingThe Four Kings of Boxing: Chapter 9 - Hagler vs LeonardPat Mullin and Mark Radulich continue with their newest history of boxing podcast series on the Four Kings of Boxing this time it's chapter 9 - The Four Kings of Boxing: Hagler vs Leonard.Marvin Hagler vs. Sugar Ray Leonard, billed as The Super Fight, was a professional boxing match contested on April 6, 1987 for the WBC and The Ring middleweight titles.Grammarly Ad: 27:15Amazon Music Ad: 1:06:19For a 30 Day Free Trial of Amazon Music Unlimited head to http://getamazonmusic.com/w2mnetwork. Amazon Music is free. Amazon Music Unlimited is not. And for the...2022-04-011h 11Mark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesThe crisis of European security: What Europeans think about the war in UkraineIn this episode, we reverse the usual roles: today’s host is ECFR’s Research Director Jeremy Shapiro and Mark Leonard tries out the role of guest. They discuss the surprising findings of ECFR’s latest public opinion poll on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. In recent weeks, many commentators, including this podcast’s interim host, have focused on Europe’s divisions and lack of agency in the Russia-Ukraine crisis. But Mark Leonard and Ivan Krastev demonstrate that there exists a surprising consensus and even resolve within the European public when it comes to the possibility of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. Together...2022-02-1131 minMark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesThe Age of Unpeace: Therapy for internationalists | Session 5 with A. Bradford, T. Wright & F. ZhangSince the holiday season, we have brought to you a special mini-series looking at how the things that keep us connected – like trade, tech, the internet, and migration – can also tear us apart. But rather than despairing at the state of the world, the geopolitics, and ongoing superpower battles, Mark Leonard is joined by a number of high-level thinkers in this mini-series in order to find strategies for shaping and surviving our new reality. We call it The Age of Unpeace: Therapy for internationalists.Join us on this journey to a more therapeutic approach to international relations. The mini-series brings you five special e...2022-01-2841 minUnsolved with Steve GregoryUnsolved with Steve GregoryEpisode 108 - The Murder of Mark LeonardIn 2008, Mark Leonard was shot and killed in the parking lot of the car wash he and his wife owned in Compton, California. Detectives say it’s a possible drug cartel revenge hit. But Leonard had been out of the drug dealing business for years. His wife, who was pregnant with their child, helped him clean up his life, buy his own business, and welcome God into his life. Detectives say they know the ‘what and the ‘why’’, now they need to grab the ‘who’. Leonard was killed just a few hours before he was to watch his son, Kawhi, play in a high...2022-01-161h 05Radulich in BroadcastingRadulich in BroadcastingThe Four Kings of Boxing: Chapter 6 - Leonard vs Hearns 1Pat Mullin and Mark Radulich continue with their newest history of boxing podcast series on the Four Kings of Boxing this time it's chapter 6 - The Four Kings of Boxing: Leonard vs Hearns 1.Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns, billed as "The Showdown", was a professional boxing match contested on September 16, 1981 for the WBA, WBC, The Ring and lineal welterweight titles.Sugar Ray Leonard won the WBC welterweight title with a fifteenth-round knockout of Wilfred Benítez in 1979. He lost it to Roberto Durán by a close decision in June 1980 and regained it five months la...2021-12-1057 minMaltin on MoviesMaltin on MoviesTalking Toons with Jerry Beck and Mark EvanierWhen Leonard feels like discussing vintage animation he calls on old friends like Jerry Beck (www.cartoonresearch.com) and Mark Evanier (newsfromme.com) who never run out of things to say. Mark actually worked for Hanna-Barbera and even shared an office with Tex Avery. Jerry is involved in restorations of other classic cartoon shorts. These three pals wax nostalgic about the cartoon history they inhaled on early television and don’t intend to apologize for it.2021-11-051h 01Mark Leonard\'s World in 30 MinutesMark Leonard's World in 30 MinutesAsk the author anything! - Mark Leonard on "The Age of Unpeace"This week, Mark Leonard answers your most burning questions about his newly released book, “The Age of Unpeace: How Connectivity causes Conflict”. Hosted by ECFR’s head of communications, Ana Ramic, the special Ask Me Anything episode features Mark responding to loyal podcast listeners Zebulon Carlander, Robert Cooper, Teresa Gouveia, Antonio Notario, Jonas Parello-Plesner, Timi Okoya, and Patrycja Sasnal. This episode was recorded on 22 October 2021 **and contains spoilers**! Thanks to everybody who submitted questions! Listen to a sneak-peak: https://soundcloud.com/ecfr/sneak-peek-age-of-unpeace-mark-leonard Learn more about “The Age of Unpeace”: • Podcast with Mark Leonard & Janka Oertel: https://soundcloud.com/ecfr/age-of-unpea...2021-10-2934 minThe Prosperity PerspectiveThe Prosperity Perspective20. How to Kick Social Anxiety, Shyness, and Be Yourself with Mark MetryGuest Mark Metry brings an honest and vulnerable perspective to today’s episode of the Prosperity Perspective. Mark grew up as an underprivileged kid with extreme social anxiety and depression, among other struggles.  After slogging through years of shy observation, deeply bad mental health, and a spark of interest in entrepreneurship, Mark became the open and approachable businessman he is today as an inspiring speaker, published author, podcaster, and leader. The investment decisions that Mark shares with host Liam Leonardson are all, ath their core, about investing in yourself--particularly your own brain--and how that will ultimately unlock a pot...2021-10-1432 min