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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Barry Hinckley, a successful entrepreneur, former candidate for the US Senate, and a constitutional activist. Barry shares his story of growing up in Maine, working for the family boatbuilding business, and eventually founding a successful startup. Inspired by the Tea Party movement, Barry then ran for the US Senate in Rhode Island before founding another company and beginning his current mission to get 25 million signatures for the Redeclaration of Independence. The episode is filled with tidbits of wisdom that he picked up along his fascinating journey. Barry ends the conversation with timeless advice that will help us all navigate uncertainty (and life): Take care of your body and tend to your health.
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Katrina Lantos Swett, President of the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and Justice. Katrina shares her amazing story of growing up in California, her decision to attend Yale University, and her political experience as a successful campaign manager for her father, Congressman Tom Lantos, and her husband, Congressman Dick Swett. Katrina also shares her thoughts on the depressing state of human rights in the world today, giving special attention to what’s transpiring in China, Russia, and Gaza. She ends the episode with timely and sage advice on navigating uncertainty: Figure out what’s important to you and then do the work needed to live your life accordingly.
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Tom Raffio, President and Chief Executive Officer of Northeast Delta Dental, the leading provider of dental insurance in New England. Tom shares the story of growing up in Weston, MA, his decision to attend Harvard College, and the career choices that led to him to the top of the dental insurance industry. Tom also talks about his love of running, the enormous impact he's had on New Hampshire, and the joys of watching Curb Your Enthusiasm. The episode concludes with Tom offering sage advice on how to navigate uncertainty: Do what makes you happy.
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Gabriel Noronha, former State Department Special Advisor for Iran and current Executive Director of Polaris National Security. Gabriel shares the story of growing up in New Hampshire, pursuing his passion for running, and the career choices that led to his working for former US Senator Kelly Ayotte as well as the Senate Armed Services Committee. Gabriel also shares how others helped him navigate the uncertainty that comes along with any Washington DC career. The episode concludes with Gabriel offering great advice on how to navigate uncertainty: focus on what you can change.
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Terry MacDonald, Managing Director of New England Disabled Sports (NEDS) in Lincoln, NH. Terry shares the story of growing up in Campton, attending high school in Plymouth, and deciding to start her career as a waitress before moving north to Lincoln. She describes the amazing programming that takes place at NEDS and how they are working to change lives everyday. Terry also shares lessons learned from navigating COVID and for keeping more than 700 students and 220 volunteers safe during an extremely uncertain time. She ends the episode with great advice for anyone thinking about how to made decisions: Follow your heart!
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Tobias Peter, Co-Director of the American Enterprise Institute's Housing Center. Toby shares the story of growing up in Germany, participating in a exchange student program in Minnesota, and eventually heading to Washington DC after graduating from the Harvard Kennedy School. He describes the work being done at the American Enterprise Institute and the Housing Center that he helps run. In addition to providing clear thinking about how to address America's increasingly urgent housing crisis, Toby shares wonderful advice on how to navigate uncertainty: Keep an open mind, stay determined, and don't be afraid to ask for help!
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Tony Sayegh, one of the country's leading public affairs professionals who is a former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury responsible for Public Affairs and current Head of Public Affairs for Susquehanna International Group. Tony shares his story of growing up in Brooklyn and Westchester, following his passion for politics and media to attend college in Washington DC, and entering the world of politics. Tony offers sage advice on how to navigate uncertainty: Don't let people label you, be true to yourself, and use failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
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In this special episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani shares excerpts from a wide ranging conversation he had with Colby Donovan and Chris Cannon, hosts of The Investors First Podcast produced by the CFA Society of Orlando. Topics covered include energy policy, immigration and the border, the space business, polarization at Harvard, as well as highlights from my 24 Global Developments to Watch Over the Next Five Years.
FULL EPISODE ON INVESTORS FIRST PODCAST
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THE MAKING OF A GENERALIST
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Brad Card, CEO of Card & Associates. Brad shares his story of growing up in a deeply engaged political famly and the strong influence his childhood had on his life and career trajectory. He talks about his invovlement in various political campaigns (including how he almost killed George Bush), his years of time working in law enforcement, and his thoughts about the January 6th. He even drizzles in some of his thinking about former President Donald Trump's influence on current members of Congress. The episode includes Brad's insightful and common sensical advice on how to navigate uncertainty: Tell the truth to yourself and others, because most realities ultimately surface.
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In this special episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani shares a speech he gave to a large agriculture conference about his annual predictions piece: "24 Global Developments to Watch Over the Next Five Years." Please also note that Vikram's new book is coming out next Monday and is available for purchase on Amazon. Links to the book, his written predictions, and an Instagram reel summarizing the predictions are available below:
BOOK: https://amzn.to/3SoOYor
PREDICTIONS PIECE: https://mansharamani.substack.com/p/24-global-developments-to-watch-over
INSTAGRAM SUMMARY: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C12FJ6TrXjH/
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Rob Portman, a dedicated public servant who has served America for more than three decades as a Senator, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, US Trade Representative, and Congressman. Senator Portman shares the story of working at a family business while growing up and how his love of the outdoors led him to Dartmouth (and kayaking down the Yangtze River!). He also shares his optimism (despite—or perhaps because of?—his time in Washington) that government can actually work for Americans if we restore our focus on finding common ground. The episode concludes with Senator Portman offering fabulous advice on how to navigate uncertainty: Find your North Star and don’t let the cross-currents of uncertainty prevent you from making progress.
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In the latest episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with James Key-Wallace, Executive Director of the New Hampshire Business Finance Authority. James shares his story of growing up in Florida and in southwestern New Hampshire. He also discusses his early academic struggles and his transformation into a superstar computer science and business administration student while attending St. Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. During the conversation, James describes how he marries business principles and social benefit in the work he leads at the Business Finance Authority. He leaves us with great advice with respect to how to navigate uncertainty: Embrace uncertainty by thinking about the future in terms of scenarios.
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In this fascinating episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani engages in an insightful conversation with Keith Ammon, who respresents New Boston in the New Hamsphire State House of Representatives. Keith shares his story of growing up in Pennsylvania, how his libertarian values and the Free State Project drew him to New Hampshire, and his path to public service. During the conversation, he discusses the pioneering work he's led around cryptocurrency and next generation nuclear technologies. Keith ends the episode with fabulous advice around navigating uncertainty: Don't dismiss your gut instincts, trust your own thinking, and develop a good BS detector.
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In this captivating episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani engages in an insightful conversation with David Tice, the President of Paul Revere Films. Prepare to be transported from Independence, Missouri to the vibrant energy of Texas as David unveils his unorthodox perspective on Wall Street and offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into his illustrious journey through the movie industry. Delving into his current groundbreaking project, 'Grid Down, Power Up,' David reveals gripping insights about the vulnerabilities lurking within our electricity grid. As the episode draws to a close, he leaves us with invaluable advice: Embrace independent thinking, foster meaningful dialogues, and honor the wisdom of those who paved the way before us.
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Kristen Mansharamani, the Advocate for Special Education for the State of New Hampshire. Kristen tells her story of growing up in Virginia, her decision to attend Yale and Harvard Law School, and the path that took her from successful corporate attorney to education entrepreneur. She concludes with great advice for anyone seeking to overcome challenges as we navigate today's uncertainty: Ask lots of questions, be humble, and think for yourself.
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Nanci Boutet, the founder and executive director of Special Surfers, an enormously successful adaptive surf program that's run during the summer in southern Maine. Nanci shares her story of growing up in Manchester, NH before spending time in California and moving to Maine. She also tells the story of hitchhiking acorss America (mlutiple times) and how it led to her study of people. Nancy also describes the challenges of starting a surf shop and her path to founding Special Surfers. She concludes with great advice for anyone seeking to overcome challenges as we navigate today's uncertainty: Don't accept "No" and instead work as hard as possible to turn doubters into believers.
For more information about Nanci or Special Surfers, please visit www.specialsurfers.org
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Jason Osborne, the New Hampshire House of Representatives Majority Leader. Jason shares his story of growing up on the left coast, attending Hillsdale College, and his path from studying economics in graduate school to running a substantial call center business. He also describes how pink signs led to his career in politics before he opines on some of New Hampshire’s biggest challenges. Jason concludes with good advice for all of us seeking to successfully navigate uncertainty: create as many options for yourself as possible (and also save money)!
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Bill Greiner, founder of Primary Bank. Bill shares his story of attending Brandeis University, stumbling into a career in investment management, and starting a hedge fund at the age of 25. He goes on to share how 9/11 changed his outlook on life and led him to pursue a more balanced life that took him into real estate investing and development, the restaurant business, and eventually to even starting a bank. Bill offers sage advice for all of us seeking to successfully navigate uncertainty: go with your gut, and if you're not sure, ask for help!
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Jon Spira-Savett, Rabbi of Temple Beth Abraham in Nashua, NH. Rabbi Jon shares his personal story of growing up in St. Paul, Minnesota and spending his summers in the Boston area. He also talks about education journey that took him to Harvard and then rabbinical school. After discussing his thoughts about the October 7th and its impact on the Jewish community, Rabbi Jon concludes with some sage advice for navigating uncertainty: do a good deed in times of uncertainty and be grateful to yourself for having compassion.
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In this episode of Navigating Uncertainty, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Charles Miller, co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Lynk Global. Charles shares his personal story of growing up in a small town in California with two younger brothers, how his fascination with science fiction drove an ambition to become an astronaut, and how he left CalTech without graduating. He also talks about his work opening up space to commercial competition and his current ambition to use space to connect everyone everywhere (and eliminate the annoyance of dropped calls!). Charles concludes with some fabulous advice for navigating uncertainty: Learn from the mistakes others made, make new mistakes, and embrace your passion as a driving force.
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