Alex Blumberg is a radio journalist and CEO of the podcast network Gimlet Media. For years, he was a Producer for This American Life, where his work won numerous awards. Blumberg also co-founded the This American Life/NPR co-production Planet Money. Recently, the interactive web documentary Planet Money Makes a T-shirt, which he executive produced, won an Emmy. Blumberg has also worked as a social worker, a caterer, and an 8th-grade science teacher.
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Resource Mentioned:
- Your Big Idea: Successful Entrepreneurs have One Big Idea. Follow JLD’s FREE training & you’ll discover Your Big Idea in less than an hour!
Worst Entrepreneur Habit
- Alex is human after all, and his answer here proves it!
Entrepreneur leap of faith
- Why did Alex go from King of NPR to Start up with all the inherent risks? A VERY exciting reason indeed!
Interview Links
- Gimlet Media: A network of high-quality, narrative podcasts. It’s irresistible audio in your pocket.
Sponsors
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Killer Resources!
1) The Common Path to Uncommon Success: JLD’s 1st traditionally published book! Over 3000 interviews with the world’s most successful Entrepreneurs compiled into a 17-step roadmap to financial freedom and fulfillment!
2) Free Podcast Course: Learn from JLD how to create and launch your podcast!
3) Podcasters’ Paradise: The #1 podcasting community in the world!
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