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We live in their buildings, work in their companies, shop in their stores, eat in their restaurants and elect politicians they fund. Founded more than 150 years ago by shepherding families in the toe of Italy, the 'Ndrangheta is today the world's most powerful mafia, with a crushing presence in Southern Italy, a market-moving size in global finance and a reach that extends to 50 countries around the world. And yet, remarkably, few of us have ever heard of it.

Trying to be confident in today’s world is tough. Brutal, actually. When was the last time you got on social media and thought, “Man, that really helped me feel better about myself?" Give me a break! Sound familiar? Then, hop in; we’re going for a ride. Okay, so you’ve got some confidence issues. Of course you do! Who doesn’t these days?

An unprecedented look inside a deadly and obscenely wealthy branch of the Italian mafia and the electrifying story of the women who risked everything to bring them down. The Calabrian Mafia - known as the ’Ndrangheta - is one of the richest and most ruthless crime syndicates in the world, with branches stretching from America to Australia. It controls 70 percent of the cocaine and heroin supply in Europe, manages billion-dollar extortion rackets, brokers illegal arms deals - supplying weapons to criminals and terrorists - and plunders the treasuries of both Italy and the EU.

In 2006, the Wall Street pioneer and philanthropist Ray Chambers flicked through some holiday snapshots taken by a friend and remarked on the placid beauty of a group of sleeping Malawian children. "They're not sleeping," his friend told him. "They're in malarial comas. A few days later, they were all dead." This moment sparked Chambers' determination to coordinate an unprecedented, worldwide effort to eradicate a disease that has haunted humanity since before the advent of medicine.

I created the Minivan Mogul podcast to highlight the stories of incredible people who have navigated the speed bumps, potholes, and colossal crashes of life. People who have not only lived to tell the tale but have walked away with more confidence than they thought possible. I invited confidence road warriors from all walks of life to ride shotgun with me in my virtual minivan so we can learn and laugh together. You get to ride along and listen in as they share how they steer toward confidence when times are tough. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your snack and your, buckle up and get ready...

This podcast answers some of life’s most challenging and awkward communication questions. We cover everything from how to diffuse jerks, to asking for a raise, how to start a conversation at a networking event, and even what to do if your nose starts running in the middle of a presentation. When you listen, you’ll learn how to handle conversations with ease. These episodes are based on real questions I get from my clients every day and are filled with practical tips you can start using immediately. And, I’ve kept these episodes short, so you get just what you need, when you need it, ...

Tom & Alex bring you an unscripted chat about the problems in hand with mental health, while tackling different topics each episode.A podcast from the Men’s Mind Project, supported by the RBLI.Video version available on YouTube.

Alex and Lindy discuss, pontificate, and inform about Katie Brusseau and her discography.