#245 Rana Foroohar: The Rise of Big Tech

#245 Rana Foroohar: The Rise of Big Tech

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To accompany the launch of my new book, I have interviewed some of my favourite thinkers on the topic of success, failure and creativity — and the most common success myths. Today’s guest is British actor Sian Clifford, probably best known for playing Claire in Fleabag (the toile ...  Show more

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