The World Of Big Ideas

TWOBI EP 28 ~ John Hamilton ~ Natural Skincare Vs Big Brands

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:58:03 GMT

In this conversation, John Hamilton shares his journey into the skincare industry, emphasizing the importance of natural ingredients over synthetic chemicals. They discuss the challenges faced by small businesses in a market dominated by larger corporations, the scientific basis for the efficacy of natural products, and the impact of free radicals on aging. The conversation also touches on the regulatory hurdles in the skincare industry and the need for consumer education about product ingredients. Ultimately, John envisions a future where natural skincare products are more widely accepted and trusted by consumers.

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TWOBI EP 27 ~ Paul Gunn ~ Excited or Terrified? AI Is Taking Over Global Marketing

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT

In this conversation, Paul Gunn discusses the evolution of digital marketing, the impact of AI on content creation, and the changing landscape of online advertising. He emphasises the importance of authenticity, brand equity, and the need for businesses to adapt to new technologies while maintaining a human touch. The discussion also covers the challenges of tracking and measuring success in digital marketing, the misconceptions surrounding online marketing, and the future of e-commerce.

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TWOBI EP26 ~ Mark Hipperson: Banking Secrets Exposed: Crypto, Forex & Hidden Strategies you should know about

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:11:53 GMT

In this conversation, Mark Hipperson shares his extensive experience in the banking sector, discussing the evolution from traditional banking to the rise of challenger banks and the impact of technology on financial services. He highlights the importance of customer-centric approaches in banking, the regulatory environment for new banks, and the complexities of money multiplication within traditional banking systems. The discussion also delves into the role of cryptocurrency and the implications of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in today's financial landscape. In this conversation, the speaker discusses the evolution of banking, particularly the integration of cryptocurrency into traditional banking systems. They highlight the challenges faced by traditional banks and the emergence of challenger banks that offer more transparent and consumer-friendly services. The discussion also touches on the risks associated with lending in the financial markets, the importance of culture and values in building a successful business, and the future aspirations for expansion into European markets.

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TWOBI EP25 ~ Luis Elizondo Round Table: These are likely not simple 'Drones', updates on UAP & what it means for our future. Featuring Rob Sheridan, Dan Zetterström and Vinnie Adams

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:00:59 GMT

On this show, Mark Kovic hosts a round table of esteemed guests in the UAP space. Rob Sheridan, Dan Zetterström and Vinnie Adams explore the recent drone incursions in international military bases. We explore the facts of the current state of affairs, and why it's taken so long for media to report on this topic.

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TWOBI EP24 ~ Nate Bradley: The resurgence of Crypto and the Future of NFT's

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 18:00:13 GMT

In this conversation, Mark Kovic and Nate Bradley delve into the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. They explore the origins of Bitcoin, its mining process, and the challenges of decentralization. The discussion highlights the evolution of trust in cryptocurrency, its potential for transparency, and the current legal landscape affecting its adoption. They also touch on the future of NFTs, emphasizing their utility and the importance of smart contracts in revolutionizing transactions. In this conversation, Mark Kovic and Nathaniel Bradley delve into the evolving landscape of NFTs, particularly in the music industry, discussing the challenges artists face in remuneration and how blockchain technology could provide solutions. They explore the implications of immutable records on privacy, the mechanics of staking in decentralized finance, and the future of cryptocurrency adoption, emphasizing the need for transparency and trust in these systems.

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TWOBI EP23 ~ David Weiss vs. Mark Kovic – The Ultimate Debate on Earth's True Shape

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:00:31 GMT

In this conversation, Flat Earth Dave discusses his journey from scepticism to belief in the flat earth theory, presenting various pieces of evidence and observations that support his views. He explains his model of the earth, the sun, and the moon, emphasising the importance of perspective and the nature of the horizon.

Throughout the discussion, he challenges conventional scientific beliefs and encourages independent verification of claims regarding the shape of the earth and celestial bodies.

In this conversation, Mark Kovic and Flat Earth Dave engage in a deep discussion about the nature of light, the moon, gravity, and the structure of the Earth. They explore various scientific concepts, including the reflection of light from the moon, the implications of eclipses, and the curvature of the Earth. The dialogue also delves into the nature of gravity and electrostatics, as well as the explanation of seasons.

Throughout the conversation, both speakers present their perspectives, challenging each other's views and proposing tests to validate their claims.

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TWOBI EP22 ~ Jordan Spowart : There is no secret to healthy living and weight loss

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 10:00:45 GMT

This episode of @TheWorldOfBigIdeas explores health and wellness and why it can be so hard to get in control of our actions that affect our weight. Jordan Spowart is a self-educated advocate for transparency in this field and comes on the show to drop some simple facts on how we can all take more accountability with education.

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TWOBI EP 21 ~ Luis Elizondo Part 1: Breaking the silence on UAP and recovered biologics

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 03:18:55 GMT

Mark Kovic sits down with former US Army Counterintelligence Special Agent Luis Elizondo, the man who once directed the controversial Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Programme.

Mark digs deep, trying to uncover the truth about UFOs and alien life, and while bound by secrecy Luis explores the subject right up to the line of what he can legally say. Despite the restrictions, Elizondo reveals his mission to push the US government towards greater transparency with the public, urging them to unveil the hidden secrets that could change our understanding of the universe. Don’t miss this compelling conversation that navigates the fine line between known facts and the mysteries that lie beyond. Explore the video version on youtube and other streaming platforms

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TWOBI EP 20 ~ Fueling Wellness: Phil Learney's Nutritional Journey and the HMN24 Approach

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 09:17:23 GMT

In this episode, Mark Kovic sits down with renowned nutrition expert Phil Learney to delve into the intricacies of health and nutrition. The duo explores the nuanced world of caffeine, weighing its pros and cons on overall well-being. They unravel the significance of sleep pressure and its profound impact on health. Phil Learney shares valuable insights from his extensive knowledge in the field and seamlessly integrates the benefits of HMN24, offering a perspective on achieving optimal health through mindful nutrition practices. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the delicate balance between lifestyle choices, sleep, and the transformative effects of incorporating HMN24 into your wellness journey

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TWOBI EP 19 ~ Exploring AI's Harmonious Frontier with Jay Ahern

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:47:45 GMT

Explore the extraordinary world where artificial intelligence converges with music, guided by the exceptional expertise of Jay Ahern. As an AI researcher and music visionary, Jay delves into the transformative potential of AI in revolutionizing music creation, composition, and production.

In thought-provoking discussions, Jay shares his profound insights into the innovative algorithms and machine learning models powering AI-driven music platforms. Uncover how AI is reshaping the creative process for artists, opening new horizons for musical expression, and shaping the future of the music industry. Tune in to embark on an inspiring journey at the intersection of AI and music with Jay Ahern as your guide.

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TWOBI EP18 ~ Olly Rowland's Adventures from the Arctic Circle to Mongolia as a diabetic

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 11:22:25 GMT

In this episode, we sit down with Olly Rowland for a second time, a former stuntman with type 1 diabetes now at CTK Enterprises, a Nashville-based company that manages some of the most prominent figures in their respective fields. Olly shares his inspiring story of overcoming physical limitations to pursue his passions, and how his experience as a stuntman has formed his work at CTK. We also dive into some of his most exciting adventures, including driving from London to Mongolia and traveling through the Arctic Circle. Join us as we explore Olly's journey and discover how he continues to push the limits while living with diabetes.

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TWOBI EP17 ~ The start of Electra Mustaine’s legacy : From Rockstar’s Daughter to Wine sommelier

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Join Electra Mustaine, daughter of Megadeth's Dave Mustaine, as she shares her journey from rockstar's daughter to wine sommelier in her family's wine company, House of Mustaine. Discover how her passion for wine and her family's values have influenced the unique and authentic wines they produce. This is a conversation you won't want to miss!

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TWOBI EP16 ~ Emily Parker ~ A conversation about the future of decentralised money and information

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 12:15:09 GMT

Emily was a writer/editor at The Wall Street Journal and an editor at The New York Times. She is the co-founder of LongHash, a blockchain startup that focuses on Asian markets. She is the author of "Now I Know Who My Comrades Are: Voices From the Internet Underground" (Farrar, Straus & Giroux).

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TWOBI EP15 ~ Kelly Ridgeway ~ Online music marketing and strategy from major labels to indie releases

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:30:07 GMT

Kelly is a guru on all things marketing and music, spending years helping break artists and labels from street-teams to TikTok. An all-round marketing guru, Kelly walks through her observations and approach to modern music promotions.

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TWOBI EP14 ~ James Hill ~ A deep dive into branding

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 15:30:00 GMT

James Hill is an executive producer and manager working with primarily photographers for the last 25 years, helping people to figure out who they are and how they want the public to perceive them. Take a deep dive with us into all things branding form artists to businesses and even personal profiles.

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TWOBI EP13 ~ SXSW 2022 - Can the blockchain change the music industry for the better?

Tue, 31 May 2022 10:13:28 GMT

Mark Kovic's first public speaking event at SXSW '22 moderated by Emily Parker, joined by Nate Jones, Charlie Durbin, and Verite.

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TWOBI EP12 ~ Olly Rowland ~ From humble beginnings to the biggest management team in the world

Sun, 22 May 2022 15:32:06 GMT

Olly Rowland started out as a stuntman, working on blockbusters before entering the world of tour management. Years of hard graft led to him working with one of the biggest management teams in the world, and today he shares his story and his lessons.

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TWOBI EP11 ~ Sir Ranulph Fiennes ~ An interview with the worlds greatest living explorer

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 13:37:31 GMT

Very excited to finally share an interview with one of my absolute heroes. Ever since I met this guy he's been an inspiration to me and how I live my life, a one of a kind story and a very special mindset. Enjoy!

Sir Ranulph Fiennes, is a British explorer and holder of several endurance records. He is also a writer and poet. Fiennes served in the British Army for eight years, including a period on counter-insurgency service while attached to the Army of the Sultanate of Oman.

He later undertook numerous expeditions and was the first person to visit both the North and South Poles by surface means and the first to completely cross Antarctica on foot. In May 2009, at the age of 65, he climbed to the summit of Mount Everest.

]According to the Guinness Book of World Records in 1984, he was the world's greatest living explorer. Fiennes has written numerous books about his army service and his expeditions as well as a book on explorer Robert Falcon Scott.

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TWOBI EP10 ~ Tim Gallagher ~ The presence pressure is social media dictating the music industry

Tue, 18 May 2021 14:00:00 GMT

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Tim Gallagher talks about the challenges of being "present" on social media as an artist in the digital age. Discussing how social media platforms such as TikTok have influenced the music industry, and debating whether independent artists are given more opportunity to thrive now more than ever.

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TWOBI EP9 ~ Ben Kovic ~ Critical thinking about UFO's and the existence of extraterrestrial life

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 16:08:11 GMT

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As discussed on the podcast, here are a number of references and links to external resources, interviews & video.

Declassified Pentagon videos 1/3 ‘Tic Tac’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWLZgnmRDs4

Declassified Pentagon videos 2/3 ‘Gimbal’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TumprpOwHY

Declassified Pentagon videos 3/3 ‘Go Fast’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUrTsrhVce4

Luis Elizondo CNN interview: https://youtu.be/-2b4qSoMnKE

The Nimitz Encounters and interviews: https://youtu.be/-e9NoKp8EnE

Kevin Day Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1aw4qjV06wk

Commander David Fravor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eco2s3-0zsQ

Unidentified: Inside Americas UFO investigation Season 1 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10016814/

UFOs and Nukes: The Secret Link Revealed https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7319088/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

UFOS and Nukes: The National Press Club full interviews and statements https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H01-wVkCpTc

Bob Lazar original interview 1989 : https://youtu.be/L9JQ00v6klA

UFO footage Salida, Co on August 27, 1995 https://youtu.be/toIKIFSQapg

Salida UFO interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_3xafB4RyQ

Jesse Marcel Roswell Interview https://youtu.be/H0tGYguP3IA

Robert Jacobs interview 1964: https://youtu.be/V7Uy39xem3o

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TWOBI EP8 ~ Angela Zhang (Zhangsta) ~ The beginninig of NFTs and how it's going to affect music

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 23:39:07 GMT

Angela and Mark delve into the crypto markets and a new found passion for NFT's, today we dive into what Non-Fungible-Tokens are and how they're likely to affect the arts industries.

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TWOBI EP7 ~ Billy Lockett ~ Battling addiction in music

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 13:36:56 GMT

Billy Lockett talks about the challenges of addiction through his journey to fame. Billy has lived in Northampton his whole life, yet it only clicked that he wanted to make something of himself when he turned 16. “You can’t win if you don’t play” is a quote that sticks out for him most when talking of his career so far.

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TWOBI EP6 ~ Kelvin Jones ~ From Zimbabwe to Berlin

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 11:41:28 GMT

Kelvin Jones is a good friend and talented singer songwriter who's breakout single was "Call You Home" and became popular on Reddit after a friend posted it on the site. It was subsequently played on Good Morning America and led to Jones' signing by Sony under Four Music in Germany, Epic Records in England, and RCA in America. In 2015 he was the support tour for Mark Forster's Bauch und Kopf tour, and then followed that with a support tour of X Ambassadors in early 2016 and two months supporting James Morrison for his European tour Higher Than Here.

"Call You Home" has been used on ITV series Cold Feet. Kelvin is also featured in a 2017 Centurylink ad campaign which was shown during the Super Bowl.

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TWOBI EP5 ~ Dr. Karine Johannessen ~ A junior doctors story from the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 15:57:31 GMT

Dr. Karine Johannessen found her self in a baptism of fire after passing medical school and beginning work as a doctor as the international pandemic hit the UK shores. In a world of mis-information, fake news, and misquoted research, she tells her side of the story and brings some well-needed transparency and facts to the conversation.

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TWOBI EP4 ~ Gareth Emery ~ An interview about making it in music

Sun, 12 Jul 2020 17:45:43 GMT

Gareth Emery talks about the challenges of breaking through in music, his rise to fame and the pitfalls that you need to avoid when things start going your way. An insight in what it's like to become a successful artist in the dance space, and lessons learnt along the way.

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TWOBI EP3 ~ Winfried Hensinger ~ Quantum mechanics and teleportation

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 17:16:13 GMT

Professor Winfried Hensinger heads the Sussex Ion Quantum Technology Group and he is the director of the Sussex Centre for Quantum Technologies. He is a co-founder of Universal Quantum, a full stack quantum computing company, where he serves as Chief Scientist and Chairman. Winfried was Mark Kovic's professor during his time micro-fabricating quantum computer chips at Sussex' Q-lab, and in this episode they explore the latest developments in the fast-paced world.

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TWOBI EP2 ~ Dr. Antonis Kousoulis ~ Mental heath and how we can improve it on a large scale

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 17:04:20 GMT

Dr Antonis Kousoulis is leading the public mental health research, programmes and policy functions at the Mental Health Foundation across England and Wales. He speak to Mark Kovic around mental health issues, and how we can all combat the problems we are facing.

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TWOBI EP1 ~ Corrin Campbell ~ Why it's the best time for independent music

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 13:34:15 GMT

Corrin Campbell (born October 12, 1988) is a vocalist, bassist, songwriter, and entrepreneur. Corrin was an active-duty soldier in the United States Army, stationed with United States Army Recruiting Command at Fort Knox, KY from 2011 to 2017. Campbell was the only original music artist to be endorsed by a branch of the military. She is also a Co-Founder and the Director of Growth at Indepreneur. In this episode Mark and Corrin discuss common questions asked by independent musicians.

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