Unscripted with Spencer Lodge

What an amazing experience to meet the power couple Kane and Alessia Minkus! The husband and wife duo are number one global business mentors, and work together to help organisations across the world achieve business success. The entrepreneur couple shared their secrets to a successful partnership, and the story of how they followed their passion to become international icons and coaches. Listen to the great conversation we had on The Spencer Lodge Podcast.

Investing in cryptocurrency is no longer just a trend. It’s an absolute must for any savvy investor to allocate a portion of their assets into cryptocurrency. And who better to learn from than the Executive Director and General Manager of Binance Dubai, Alex Chehade? In this episode, Alex joins the show and dives head-first into the exciting world of cryptocurrency - sharing his epic journey from studying physics to becoming a trader and investor. His crypto journey began when his friends convinced him to invest in Bitcoin, a decision that led him to go all-in on virtual assets in 2016. His role at Binance involves overseeing and expanding the regulated finance business in Dubai while taking the lead in fostering the growth of the regional ecosystem.

In this episode, Alex shares his insights on managing a team of 600+ remote workers and how he leverages his 20+ years of experience in finance and cryptocurrencies. Alex explains it all - From how to build your portfolio to understanding market sentiments. He also sheds light on how a crypto exchange works and its role in bridging the gap between physical and digital worlds.

Learn more about Binance's educational initiatives, such as the Binance Academy, and its impact on cryptocurrency education. Alex also provides insights into his experience working with Changpeng Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, and discusses the UAE's ambitions to establish itself as a crypto hub. So, grab your pen and paper for an exclusive peek behind the scenes into the unpredictable world of cryptocurrency.

Note: This interview was recorded prior to CZ pleading guilty to money laundering violations and stepping down.

Discussion points:

02:59 The start of Alex’s crypto journey11:18 Alex's insights from Binance 17:38 Are coders introverted or extroverted?19:05 Alex's leadership challenges20:20 The current market sentiment25:41 Viability of holding assets for ten years30:04 Binance's competitive landscape32:03 Alex's business focus35:05 More about Binance’s education37:52 The importance of advocating more crypto education42:38 Alex’s investor profile45:37 Insights on Binance’s (former) CEO, CZ48:21 UAE's enthusiasm as a crypto hub

Show Sponsors:

Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promoterhttps://www.instagram.com/najahievents/?hl=en

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In this episode, I explain the concept behind my podcast. As a content creator on the subject of entrepreneurship, sales and confidence for the last two years, I've garnered a great deal of passion for the videos I make and talks I give. However, I have neglected finding a home for all this content within a classic podcast format.

So, on The Spencer Lodge podcast, I'll share some of the best content I've made. Every episode starts with me giving some content about what you'll hear. It could be me interviewing someone, or being interviewed, or even sharing some of my own lessons. Right after that, I'll explain the backstory behind the content and speak on how you might apply it.

If you like this episode or any future episodes, I would love a 5 star review on Apple Podcast or a comment on Soundcloud. You can read and watch more of my content on www.spencerlodge.tv.

Josh Littlejohn MBE is a social entrepreneur and the founder of Social Bite in the UK. Social Bite started as a small chain of sandwich shops that began offering jobs and free food to homeless people. To date, Social Bite has employed over 100 homeless people and hands over 140,000 meals each year to those in need. I was inspired by Josh’s story and invited him onto the show to understand the homelessness problem in the UK, the solutions available, why people become homeless, and how Josh and his team are slowly combatting it. Josh’s journey is an incredibly inspiring story that will leave you feeling motivated to give back and create a better world around you.

Discussion points

03:45 Joshua’s journey

08:01 Employing homeless people

10:30 What society gets wrong

18:20 The payoff of giving back

25:50 Pay it forward system

28:25 Celebrity visits

30:06 Joshua’s goals

33:45 Joshua’s impact

36:33 Solutions for combatting homelessness

41:20 Why society chooses to help foreigners, over locals

44:14 How to respond to homeless people

45:58 Joshua’s supporters

50:31 What make’s Joshua proud

52:09 Social Bite’s workplace culture

53:45 Upcoming plans for the Social Bite village

Show Sponsor:

Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promotor [https://www.instagram.com/najahievents/?hl=en]

Socials:

Spencer Lodge

https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/

https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV

Josh Littlejohn MBE

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/josh-littlejohn-mbe-85549518

www.social-bite.co.uk

Get ready for a captivating episode where resilience meets self-discovery! On this week’s episode, we're joined by Owen O’Kane, a psychotherapist, Sunday Times bestselling author, and a prolific speaker who has spent over 25 years translating psychological insights into actionable steps for a more fulfilling life. Owen's journey through the complexities of his upbringing during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, whilst navigating his sexuality, adds a fascinating twist to our conversation. We discuss a wide range of topics, including the impact of religion on his life, growing up amidst conflict, and his powerful insights on stepping out of suffering. Owen's latest book, "How to Be Your Own Therapist," is a focal point of our chat as we uncover practical ways to enhance mental well-being and deepen self-understanding. With his down-to-earth personality and inspiring journey, Owen offers valuable insights that will resonate with anyone looking to improve their mental and emotional well-being. Are you ready to supercharge your life? Hit that play button now!

Discussion points:

03:20 Leaving his job to become an author08:33 Owen’s upbringing 16:10 Owen’s religious experiences20:28 Working in palliative care23:29 Stepping out of your own suffering28:27 Understanding your narrative 42:15 A look at his book, “How to Be Your Own Therapist”49:40 The power of social media53:22 Fear as a driver, obstacle or protective mechanism1:03:20 How men and women process emotion

Show Sponsors:

Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promoter https://www.instagram.com/najahievents/?hl=en

Socials:

Spencer Lodge https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@spencer.lodge https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV https://www.facebook.com/spencerlodgeofficial/

Owen O’Kanehttps://www.instagram.com/owenokaneten/ https://www.facebook.com/owenokaneten https://www.linkedin.com/in/owen-o-kane-10465841/