Episodes
Obsession, Chess, and the Myth of Mastery | James & Dirk Jan ten Geuzendam on the "New in Chess" Podcast
James sits down with New In Chess editor Dirk Jan ten Geuzendam to talk about obsession, aging, and why it’s so hard—and so necessary—to return to something you once loved. A candid look at chess, failure, and second chances.
Michael Dell vs. Wall Street: Dorm Room to Billion-Dollar Battles
Michael Dell joins James to talk about building Dell from his dorm room, battling Carl Icahn, walking away from Steve Jobs, and how he’s preparing for a future powered by AI, edge computing, and gene tech. An unfiltered look at leadership, risk, and reinvention.
Part 5: How to Write and Publish Your First Book in 30 Days - The Four Book Frameworks
In Part 5 of my 30-day writing series, I break down four powerful frameworks that can help you structure, write, and publish your book faster than you ever thought possible.
Shoveling Sh*t: Entrepreneurs’ Secrets to a $700M Exit with Michael & Kass Lazerow
James reconnects with entrepreneurs Michael and Kass Lazerow, whose journey spans selling Golf.com for $24 million, launching and pivoting Buddy Media into a $700 million Salesforce acquisition, and now investing in breakout brands like Liquid Death. This episode isn’t about startup clichés—it’s abo...
Part 4: How to Write and Publish Your First Book in 30 Days – Self-Publishing, Traditional Deals, and Making Real Money
In Part 4 of my 30-day writing series, I reveal the real differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing—and how to market your book so it actually makes money.
Trump’s 2025 Tariff Revolution? Wilbur Ross Spills the Dirty Secrets on Trade, China, and Your Money!
James sits down with Wilbur Ross, former Secretary of Commerce and seasoned investor, for a candid and highly detailed discussion on tariffs, China, inflation, pharmaceutical policy, and the state of the U.S. economy.
How-to Thrive in the Future of Podcasting: Insights from PodcastOne Top Industry Executives, Kit Gray & Robert Ellin
Kit Gray and Robert Ellin, the powerhouse duo behind PodcastOne, explore where podcasting is headed next. From YouTube’s dominance to AI-driven analytics, they dissect the changing landscape of content creation, monetization, and brand-building
Part 3: How to Write and Publish Your First Book in 30 Days - The 6 U’s, Clarity Tools, and Breaking Through Writer’s Block
In Part 3 of my 30-day writing series, I reveal the six principles that make every chapter compelling, how to overcome writer’s block, and the clarity tools pros use to publish with impact.
Part 2: How to Write and Publish Your First Book in 30 Days - Frameworks, First Lines, and the Craft of Storytelling
In Part 2 of my 30-day book writing series, I break down the exact frameworks, mindset shifts, and storytelling techniques you need to craft a compelling book—starting with your very first sentence.