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Quintessence PodcastLa source vive - Ayn RandLa Source vive n’est pas un roman sur la création mais un manifeste moral déguisé en fiction. Ayn Rand y défend une idée devenue obscène : l’égoïsme peut être une vertu.Howard Roark n’est ni cruel, ni dominateur, ni cynique. Il refuse simplement une chose : vivre pour répondre aux attentes des autres.Face à lui, Peter Keating incarne l’altruisme moderne : plaire, s’adapter, céder, réussir... sacrifiant toute intégrité intérieure.Rand renverse la morale dominante : le véritable parasite n’est pas celui qui pense pour lui...
2026-02-0812 min
Hotel Leaders#23 - Fairmont San FranciscoFairmont San Francisco is one of the most legendary hotels in America, and perhaps the world. Perched on Nob Hill, with sweeping views of the Bay and a history intertwined with the city itself, the Fairmont isn’t just a hotel. It’s a stage for history, a gathering place for world leaders, a cultural icon, and the birthplace of unforgettable stories. I was fortunate to stay at this hotel over the past year and speak with one of the senior leaders of Fairmont North America. I can't wait to share this episode with you.For reservations, plea...
2025-09-3023 min
Hotel Leaders#22 - Oberoi Amarvilas, AgraNamaste. Today we travel to the most populous country on earth, India and to the city of Agra, famous for the Taj Mahal. Our hotel, The Oberoi Amarvilas is set just 600 metres from the Taj Mahal and close enough that marble domes and minarets feel like they rise from your balcony. This is a bucket list hotel for me and I can’t wait to share this episode with you. Here we go!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a...
2025-08-2927 min
Hotel Leaders#21 - Marriott Mena House CairoThis month, we transport ourselves to the desert sandsof Egypt—to a place where ancient wonders and five-star hospitality converge in a single unforgettable setting. Our destination is Marriott Mena House Cairo, a legendary hotel with perhaps the most iconic view in the world: the majestic Pyramids of Giza. This is a bucket list hotel for me in one of the most remarkable places on earth. The inspiration for today’s podcast comes from a friend who recently travelled to Egypt. I can’t wait to share this episode with you. Here we go!I'm your podcast host...
2025-07-2739 min
Hotel Leaders#20 - Fairmont Banff SpringsI was lucky enough to travel to Canada over the last year and this was one of my favourite hotels, located in the heart of the majestic Rocky Mountains, where alpine splendor, history, and luxury converge in one iconic destination. The Fairmont Banff Springs is a legendary property which has enchanted guests for over a century with its grandeur, natural surroundings, and timeless charm. It is easy to feel like royalty in this castle-like hotel. I can’t wait to share this with you. Here we go!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination fo...
2025-06-1540 min
Hotel Leaders#19 - Soneva Jani, MaldivesToday, we journey far from shore and arrive in a remote and pristine corner of the Indian Ocean. Here, on the calm turquoise waters of the Maldives, lies a resort that embodies serenity, sustainability, and seclusion. This is Soneva Jani, a resort that has redefined what it means to experience barefoot luxury in the 21st century. I can’t wait to share this with you. Here we go!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and for more than a quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and as...
2025-05-1722 min
Hotel Leaders#18 - Armani Hotel DubaiToday we are journeying back to Dubai and to the tallest building on the planet, the Burj Khalifa. There is one hotel located within the Burj Khalifa and it is the Armani Hotel Dubai. An exquisite five-star property that exudes an almost understated confidence of the muted and elegant colors to which we associate the Armani brand. This is Giorgio Armani’s masterpiece.I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. No...
2025-04-3036 min
Hotel Leaders#17 - Hotel de Paris Monte-CarloHôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo is perhaps the oldest luxury hotel in the world, it opened more than 160 years ago by the visionary, Prince Charles III of Monaco, the Hôtel de Paris was conceived as a statement—a beacon of opulence designed to put Monte Carlo on the map as a playground for the international elite. Over the decades, it has transformed from a bold experiment in luxury into an institution that seamlessly blends history with modern sophistication. I can’t wait to share this with you. Here we go!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have...
2025-03-3031 min
Hotel Leaders#16 - The Peninsula Hong KongThe Peninsula Hong Kong often features towards the top of the list of the best hotels in the world. This hotel is a Hong Kong icon. It is prominent, and perhaps the in best location in the city, overlooking the magnificent Victoria Harbour.I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and able...
2025-02-1421 min
Hotel Leaders#15 - Dusit Thani Guam ResortToday we are travelling to the tropical island of Guam, in the heart of the Pacific and we will be exploring the Dusit Thani Guam Resort. The hotel opened 10 years ago, and we have a very special guest today, Mr Takehiro Ito, who served as the Pre-Opening Director of Sales and Marketing. He is a highly respected hotel executive with expertise leading the Sales and Marketing for hotels and hotel groups across Australia and overseas, including in Thailand, China, Dubai and of course Guam. Guam is back in business as a tourist destination, after a few tough years due...
2025-01-2436 min
Hotel Leaders#14 - Fairmont Olympic Hotel SeattleWelcome to episode fourteen! Today we are travelling to a hotel that holds a special place in my family story. It is the Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle and this podcast is being released to coincide with its 100th birthday celebrations on December 6, 2024! This episode is dedicated to the thousands of loyal team members who have brought this hotel to life over the past century. Here we go!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to...
2024-12-0637 min
Hotel Leaders#13 - Future of Hotels and WaymoWelcome to episode thirteen! Today we are exploring how driverless cars are going to change the hotel and travel industry. We’ll discuss the major players such as Alphabet's (Google’s) Waymo, Amazon’s Zoox, Tesla, Uber and Baidu’s Apollo Go . Here we go!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and able...
2024-11-1240 min
Hotel Leaders#12 - Copacabana PalaceWelcome to episode twelve! Today we are travelling to perhaps the most incredible hotel in South America. It is the Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. Rio is all about the environment, the people and a healthy dose of fun. The Harbour of Rio de Janeiro is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Today, we will explore the harbour, the beach and the iconic hotel that has placed Copacabana on the world stage for more than a century. Here we go!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a...
2024-08-0637 min
Hotel Leaders#11 - Sheraton Grand Mirage Port DouglasSheraton Grand Mirage Port Douglas is the jewel of Far North Queensland. This luxury resort is situated directly on Four Mile Beach and is your gateway to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and more. The resort has one of the most amazing swimming pools I have seen, complete with an awesome swim-up pool bar. This is the ultimate tropical five-star resort!I'm your podcast host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as pa...
2024-07-1429 min
BILLION DOLLAR BABIEThe TRUTH about dating POPULAR men (Chase DeMoor + Peter Vigilante)Brace yourself, this one will have your mouth on the floor! CHASE DEMOOR and PETER VIGILANTE stop by to give us the lowdown on their dating lives- with wild stories you've never heard before! We get into ghosting (Chase will ghost you if you drive a white car), shooting your shot (Peter explains why men should never intimidate you), and reality tv (Chase will leave someone at the alter just for the clip). The two recount hilarious dating stories in LA, what makes a girl stand out, and when they'll be ready to settle down. Chase talks about a certain...
2024-07-0257 min
Hotel Leaders#10 - Kruger ShalatiThis podcast is all about the Kruger Shalati – The Train on the Bridge. This luxury hotel, where you sleep on a train carriage over the Sabie River, has delightful viewing of African wildlife from your room and the viewing platform. The hotel has quickly become an iconic hotel led by a wonderful team!I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am in...
2024-06-1521 min
Hotel Leaders#9 - Peace HotelThis podcast is all about the Peace Hotel in Shanghai China, and how it became one of the most iconic hotels in China and the world.I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and able to talk about the industry with a balanced perspective and with a certain level of expertise. It’s ti...
2024-05-1530 min
Hotel Leaders#8 - IcehotelThis podcast is all about the original Icehotel in Sweden, and how it became one of the most popular hotels featured on bucket lists of people around the world.I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and able to talk about the industry with a balanced perspective and with a certain level of...
2024-04-1532 min
Hotel Leaders#7 - Hilton Hotels & ResortsThis podcast is all about the Hilton Hotels and Resorts, and how Conrad Hilton acquired one hotel in Texas and created one of the largest and most well-known of the global hotel empires.I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and able to talk about the industry with a balanced perspective and with...
2024-03-1459 min
Hotel Leaders#6 - The Venetian ResortThis podcast is all about the Venetian-Palazzo Resort Las Vegas, the largest luxury hotel in the world!I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and able to talk about the industry with a balanced perspective and with a certain level of expertise. It’s time to check-in! 01:39 – BEFORE THE VENETIAN (Rat Pack - The Sand...
2024-02-1421 min
Hotel Leaders#5 - Jamala Wildlife LodgeJamala Wildlife Lodge is a 5-star hotel within a zoo, with generous hotel suites offering an immersive experience, where only large glass windows separate you from your favourite animals, be these monkeys, lions, giraffe or even colourful tropical reef fish, to name but a few. G’day and welcome to my hometown as we head to Canberra, Australia in this episode of the Hotel Leaders podcast.I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to ne...
2023-12-1423 min
Hotel Leaders#4 - Burj Al Arab HotelThe Burj Al Arab, often known as ‘the world's only seven-star hotel’, is a symbol of Dubai's luxury and extravagance. This hotel cost $1 billion to build and was the tallest hotel in the world! It has played a significant part in Dubai's progression from a coastal town to one of the most influential global cities, now with a population in the millions. Marhaba and welcome to this episode of the Hotel Leaders podcast.I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hote...
2023-11-1424 min
Hotel Leaders#3 - Royal Hawaiian HotelThe Royal Hawaiian, also known as the ‘Pink Palace of the Pacific’, has countless awards, including Condé Nast, USA Today and is a TripAdvisor hall-of-famer! I have a few strong personal connections to the Royal Hawaiian and can’t wait to share these with you, along with the story about the founders and how this hotel gained prominence. The Royal Hawaiian has been the destination for many-a-celebrity over the years and this fancy pink hotel has been a frequent in pop culture. 01:52 – BEFORE HOTELS (TED-Ed). 05:00 – THE GRAND OPENING (Health Beauty Life Show). 10:00 – WORLD WAR TWO (Aloha ‘Oe). 14:00 – SHERATON (Hawaiian Wedding So...
2023-10-1431 min
Hotel Leaders#2 - Accor Hotel GroupToday we learn about the founders, leaders and history of Accor, an iconic hotel group. We’ll have a look at how it all began, it’s a story of the right people, in the right place at the right time. We will also delve into some of the secrets to success from the founders. 01:38 – FOUNDERS - PAUL DUBRULE & GERARD PELISSON (Hosco: YouTube). 04:50 – THE FIRST NOVOTEL. 07:54 – EARLY GROWTH (Accor: LinkedIn). 09:03 – EXPONENTIAL GROWTH. 09:54 – TOP 10 FOUNDER SECRETS (Hosco: YouTube & Accor: LinkedIn). 13:42 – WORLD MARKET DOMINATION. 15:31 – SUSTAINABILITY & INNOVATION. 17:12 – ACCOR TODAY (Hosco: YouTube & Accor: YouTube).Accor now has properties in 110 countries and...
2023-09-1523 min
Hotel Leaders#1 - Raffles Singapore HotelRaffles Singapore was founded by Armenian refugees with a vision to create newfound hotel luxury in Singapore. The hotel bears the name of the founder of modern Singapore and with Accor acquiring the hotel, as part of a $2.7 billion deal, Raffles is a name you will be hearing more often as more Raffles hotels open around the world. Raffles represents almost everything I love about hotels. You get a strong sense that Raffles employees really love what they do and are exceptional at it. The bricks and mortar of the hotel, with its stark white, contrast in such a...
2023-08-1521 min
Hotel LeadersTrailerWelcome to the Hotel Leaders podcast! Whether you're an industry insider, a student of hotel management, or simply curious about the world of hotels, this podcast is your backstage pass to the heart of the hotel industry.I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and as general manager of a hotel school have passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and...
2023-07-1502 min
De Artiestenfoyer#6 Lone van Roosendaal en Samir Hassan (S02)In deze aflevering onthullen Lone van Roosendaal en Samir Hassan hun grootste bijgeloof rondom optredens, wat er mis kan gaan bij een haastverkleding en vertelt Lone over die ene publieksreactie die ze niet meer kan aanhoren…Lone en Samir zijn van 13 april t/m 21 mei in DeLaMar te zien in de voorstelling Sweeney Todd. Samen met o.a. Simone Kleinsma, Hans Peter Janssens en Jonathan Demoor staan ze in deze spannende en humoristische musical over liefde, obsessie en wraak. Kijk voor actuele speellijsten en meer info op: http://delamar.nl
2023-03-3044 min
Strays, Orphans, and ExilesEp. 9 - The Guelph Campus MinistryOn this episode, our guest is Sara DeMoor, the campus minister for the Guelph Campus Ministry at the University of Guelph. We've invited her to talk to us about what we can learn from the students as they explore their faith, and what they can bring to the Christian community in Guelph.Connect with us:- Our website: www.tworiverschurch.ca- By email: podcast@tworiverschurch.caMusic by Glen SoderholmProduced by Peter Szabo and Ian Van Harten
2022-11-0355 min
Steps of DialogueToo Hot To Handle Season Two | Our Review and Thoughts Ep. 3Hey y'all long time no hear? Anyway we are back today reviewing Too Hot To Handle season two! We both love binge watching tv and are so happy to have a platform to be able to share our thoughts:)
We start the episode out with a quick synopsis of the show. “A bunch of conveniently hot, sex driven singles from all over the world are tricked into believing they are coming onto a love-island sequel show at a tropical villa. After they arrive they realize they are there to create deeper connections and that all...
2021-08-1247 min