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Summary: MetaLearn helps you take your learning to the next level and master anything by exploring the fundamentals of accelerated learning and skill acquisition. Whether you’re looking to build a business, learn a language or pick up a sport, you’ll learn the principles and techniques needed to succeed, as well as gaining insights from the experts and thought leaders driving the global learning revolution.

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 ML141: Olly Richards on Creating a Thriving Expert Business, Building an Engaged Audience and Launching Successful Online Courses | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:00

Olly Richards is a language learning expert and the founder of I Will Teach You A Language. In this episode we discuss topics on building an expert business including: - How to  brand yourself to stand out in a crowded marketplace - How to build your audience so you can reach your first students - How to create and launch a course to make your first money online So if you want to start a thriving online business, build an engaged audience and launch a successful course, this episode has you covered.

 ML140: Jeff Cobb on The State of Online Learning, Navigating Wicked Learning Environments and How to Run Good Virtual Events | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 42:40

Jeff Cobb is the bestselling author of the book, Leading The Learning Revolution and the founder of Tagoras, a learning consultancy. In this episode we discuss:  - The impact of COVID 19 on adult learning and higher education - The need to address disruption and displacement in employment - The secret to running good virtual events and learning experiences So if you want to get up to speed with the latest in online learning, this episode has you covered.

 ML139: Andreas M. Antonopoulos on Crisis Economics, Crony Capitalism and The Future of Crypto | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 42:11

Andreas M. Antonopoulos is a leading Bitcoin and open blockchain expert and bestselling author. In this episode we discuss: -The implications of the crisis for the global economy and people like you -The future of crypto including Bitcoin and different DeFi projects -The tradeoff between government control and individual liberties So whether you want to find out what this economic craziness means for you or whether it’s a good time to dip your toe into the crypto space, this episode has you covered.

 ML138: Stephen Kosslyn on Futureproof Education for Adults, Using Hacks and Heuristics and the Lifelong Learning Imperative | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:47

Stephen Kosslyn is the CEO of Foundry College and one of the world’s most respected cognitive scientists. In this episode we discuss: - The implications of the coronavirus for online learning - Why Foundry College chose the future proof skills they teach - How you should be learning throughout your adult life So whether you want to understand the future-proof skills you should be learning or get insight into the current state of online education, this episode has you covered.

 ML137: Caroline Crampton on Podcasting Principles, The Business of Media and Building a Loyal Audience | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:10

Caroline Crampton is a podcaster, writer and media commentator. In this episode we discuss: - What Caroline looks for in a good podcast and her current listening habits - The business of media and why podcasts are growing so fast - How to make creative work that builds a loyal audience So if you’re keen to learn more about podcasting, writing and the creative process, this episode has you covered.

 ML136: Daisy Christodoulou on Why Technology isn't Neutral, Reflections on 21st Century Skills and EdTech Thought Leaders | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 32:09

Daisy Christodoulou is the author of the new book 'Teachers vs Tech?’ and the Director of Education at No More Marking. In episode we discuss: - Why technology isn’t neutral, despite what Silicon Valley wants you to believe - Daisy’s feedback on my ideas about the key 21st century skills - The thought leaders Daisy admires in the learning and education space This episode will help you reflect on how you use technology in your learning and point you towards some amazing thinkers and companies.

 ML135: Daisy Christodoulou on Why Facts Matter, Personalised Learning that Works and the Case for an EdTech Revolution | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 42:32

Daisy Christodoulou is the author of 'Teachers vs Tech?’ and the Director of Education at No More Marking. In episode we discuss: - How tech can help improve education through adaptive learning and spaced repetition - Why teaching facts is still important for foundational knowledge - The bad ideas behind edtech disasters including a Pearson-Apple collaboration This episode will give you insight into the learning process and dispel the myths that are harming the way we think about education.

 ML134: Warren Shaeffer on Audio First Learning, Launching a Startup and How To Filter Experts | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:31

Warren Shaeffer is the CEO and Co-Founder of Knowable, an audio-first learning platform. In this episode we discuss: - How to launch a startup including finding a co-founder and building a product - The audio revolution and why audio first learning has so much potential - The importance of expertise and how to select for it on the internet So whether you’re looking to supercharge your learning or find experts you can trust, this has you covered.

 ML133: Julian Treasure on Lessons from 5 TED Talks, The Audio Revolution and How to Speak so that People Want to Listen | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 38:35

Julian Treasure is sound and communication expert, acclaimed TED Speaker and the founder of The Sound Agency. In this episode we discuss: - How a recent health scare altered Julian’s perspective on life and work - Julian’s tips for effective public speaking, based on his five TED talks - The future of audio and what the current revolution means for you Julian is a true master of his craft so if you’re looking to improve as a communicator you’ll get a lot out of this episode.

 ML132: Roei Deutsch on Best Practices from Military Intelligence, Running a Political Campaign and Building a Business School for the Self Made | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 40:29

Roei Deutsch is the CEO of Jolt, a Business School for the self-made that gives you a competitive advantage from day one. In this episode we discuss: - The learning best practices used by the military intelligence unit in the IDF - The key insights about communication from a political campaign - The skills knowledge workers need to thrive in the 21st century This conversation was a packed full of useful ideas that will make you reflect on your learning and what you can do better.

 ML131: John Collins on Becoming a Polymath, The Future of Synthetic Biology and Getting into Creative Flow | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:27

Dr John Collins is an innovation consultant, technologist and entrepreneur. In this episode we discuss: - How to become a polymath and productively spread time across projects - The future of synthetic biology and the innovations emerging from the field - John’s approach to tapping in to creativity individually and in groups The conversation also covers the ethics of technological progress and the problems with linear thinking and will help inspire you to reconnect with your natural curiosity.

 ML130: Nelson Sivalingam on Upskilling Yourself at Work, Learning Film Production and Upgrading L&D for the 21st Century | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:33

Nelson Sivalingam is the Founder and CEO of HowNow, a learning platform that helps organisations onboard and upskill their teams in the flow of work. In this episode we discuss: - How Nelson learned film production by following his curiosity - How to learn more effectively at work and what HowNow does to facilitate this - The skills needed to thrive in the 21st century Whatever career path you’re on, you'll get the insights needed to help you learn more effectively at work and improve your performanc

 ML129: David Perell on The Future of Media, Transformative Learning and Accelerating your Career by Writing Online | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:24

David Perell is a writer and educator on a mission to transform our relationship with information. In this episode we discuss: - The future of media and David’s idea of Naked Brands - Why identity is the key to transformative learning experiences - Why knowledge workers should train more like athletes and how to do it This conversation will give you a fresh perspective on learning and teach you how to leverage the power of the internet to accelerate your career. 

 ML128: Martin Schmalz on Futureproofing Yourself in the Age of AI, The Business of Big Data and Protecting Your Privacy Online | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 46:09

Martin Schmalz is an Associate Professor of Finance at Oxford’s Saïd Business School and co-author of the book The Business of Big Data. In this episode we discuss: - The mainstream narrative around AI and what you actually need to know - The uniquely human skills you should be developing now - How the business of big data affects your privacy and what to do about it This episode will give you a lot to chew on and get you thinking critically about the way you learn and live with technology.

 ML127: Alex Dunsdon on Changing Career, Understanding Yourself and The Power of Ideas | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:27

Alex Dunsdon is an Investment Partner at Saatchi Invest and Chief of Staff at e-commerce platform RedBrain. In this episode we discuss: - Alex’s recent career shift and the realisations behind it - My experience last year and what I’ve learned about how I work - The power of imagination and why ideas rule the world This conversation will be useful if you’re looking to make a career change but even if you’re not, it's full of insights that will help you do better work and question the world aroun

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