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The Titan Podcast Series
Hosted by Steve Werner · EN
Rushing to a critical meeting, Jack's SUV is hit and careens into the Chicago River. When he emerges he is in 1947 Chicago and is rescued by a mysterious truck driver who introduces him to the vibrant post WW II American entrepreneurial economy, relatives he's never met, and life and business lessons that transform his business, and his life!
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Chapter 12 - Upon Reflection
Feb 26, 202100:15:54Tap to summarizeChapter 12 - Upon ReflectionJack drives around Chicago with his son, Jordan, and visits places he visited with Ted in 1947. Jordan reads Titan Principles from the leather journal and doesn’t hide being impressed. Jack announces he’s going to write a book inspired by the day he spent in 1947, and that he bought a place at Maxwell Street what seemed to be the pawn shop ran by Ben back in 1947. Jack explains to his son the place is full of antiques that the owner had no idea were more than junk, and he invites Jordan to be a part of it.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 11 - Back to the Future
Feb 26, 202100:04:10Tap to summarizeChapter 11 - Back to the FutureJack founds himself back in 2013 with his SUV hanging on the edge of the Chicago River bridge. After being rescued, a police woman hands Jack the leather journal Ted had given to him.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 10 - It’s Not the Economy, It’s the People
Feb 26, 202100:05:18Tap to summarizeChapter 10 - It’s Not the Economy, It’s the PeopleWhile Ted is driving to a diner, Jack reads Ted’s book draft and case studies. In those studies, Ted shares timeless insight: No matter what direction the challenges come from, inside the business or outside, it’s almost always a people problem. While discussing that idea, the truck hits a pothole in the road with a solid thud, shuddering and bouncing back on its springs. Ted glances over to the passenger seat to make sure Jack is ok, and realizes Jack Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 9 - The Titan
Feb 26, 202100:13:12Tap to summarizeChapter 9 - The TitanJack and Ted arrive at Ted’s luxurious office, so he could show him the other side of what he does. Ted runs a giant multi-million dollar manufacturing company, but he lacks the challenge and uncertainty. He explains to Jack why he’s interested in startups and why it thrills him. They realize they both have the same dilemma: should they focus on one business only, or have multiple businesses in order to feel fulfilled.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 8 - Give the Gift
Feb 26, 202100:08:21Tap to summarizeChapter 8 - Give the GiftTed educates Jack on the best cure for emotions and tensions when it comes to interpersonal relationships called Give the Gift - where gift means truth, hardcore truth. Jack realizes this kind of approach would change everything when it comes to managing people and relationships.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 7 - Draw the Line
Feb 26, 202100:21:03Tap to summarizeChapter 7 - Draw the LineJack is amazed by the open air market at the Maxwell Street. While he’s enjoying in the sight full of life, he gets introduced to an inspiring serial entrepreneur, Ted’s friend and customer named Ben. Ben runs many businesses, but he’s mainly a pawn shop owner loaning money on all sorts of items, eventually selling those items to customers who would never set foot to a pawn shop. Ted gives a recipe to Jack that can help him with focusing on the positive things in his life - called Drawing the Line.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Feb 26, 202100:03:13Tap to summarizeChapter 6 - Never Be SatisfiedStruggling with comprehending the new reality, Jack welcomes the experience and meets people Ted introduces to him. Jack receives an advice from an Asian couple from the fish market - Never be satisfied. Always look for better way, better system, better result. When you always look for better, life always get better.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 5 - Know Your Story
Feb 26, 202100:07:37Tap to summarizeChapter 5 - Know Your StoryAfter they left the Coffee Shop, Ted reassures Jack on Flo’s advice - he can decide on his future by looking at the path he took to get to where he is now. Ted gifts a leather journal to Jack which will help him with writing down problems he’s trying to solve.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 4 - Donuts & Coffee
Feb 26, 202100:09:12Tap to summarizeChapter 4 - Donuts and CoffeeTo Jack’s surprise coffee and donuts tasted great. Ted introduces Flo, a Coffee Shop owner, who fills Jack in a bit more about Ted and his business. Jack shares his thoughts on getting out of the management business, and doing a one-man operation. Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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Chapter 3 - The Truck
Feb 26, 202100:05:48Tap to summarizeChapter 3 - The TruckTed offers Jack a ride. They get to know each other, and Jack convinces him he lives in the future. Ted suggests stopping to a nearby Coffee Shop to grab coffee and donuts.Adapted from the book: The Titan: A Business Parable with Time TravelCredits:Written by Steve Werner and Rick ButtsNarrated by Robb Conlon for Westport Studios LLCSound design by Clement Mattox, Sound EngineerProduced by Podcast Town
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