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Jun 27
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Charlie Songhurst – Lessons from Investi...

Colossus | Investing & Business Podcasts
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Welcome to this classic episode. Classics are my favorite episodes from the past 10 years, published once a month. These are N of 1 conversations with N of 1 people.  Charlie Songhurst is a brilliant strategist, accomplished executive, and prolific angel investor. This episode is one of my all-time favorite conversations, not just on the podcast, but period ... Show More
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