The Grumpy Old Gringo delivers straight talk on the realities of living in Ecuador as an expat. Expect insightful commentary, cultural observations, and a dose of humor in every episode.
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Bill Campbell (“The Coach”) mentored the most renowned CEOs of our time, including Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos and Eric Schmidt. They trusted The Coach because he was the only person in Silicon Valley who called them out on their B.S.. Started by Bullpen Capital’s Paul Martino and Kleiner Perkins’ Randy Komisar, No Bull was inspired by their own relationships with Bill. In each episode, the co-hosts and notable guests share stories of their rough yet heartwarming lessons of the Coach's human conn ...
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Who is Don Shader, The Grumpy Old Gringo?
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"The Gringo Diaries: Brutal Honesty from Ecuador" is a candid and unfiltered podcast by Don Shader, affectionately known as the Grumpy Old Gringo. After retiring from a successful career in IT, Don moved to Ecuador and quickly discovered the realities of expat life. With over 375 YouTube videos and a reputation for telling it like it is, Don shares…
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Answering an E-Mail - answering questions about life in Ecuador
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In this episode I share with you some questions and answers from one of my YouTube/Podcast episodes. I received an email from one of our Canadian neighbors and he explained his and his wifes' ambition to retire and move to Ecuador like so many before us. He asked three specific questions related to how best to get his Investor's VISA, which bank/cr…
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Living on a Golf Course in Ecuador
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In this episode, I take you just outside the bustling city of Manta to Montecristi, where I chat with residents and the manager of the Montecristi Golf Resort. We discuss what makes this 18-hole golf course and its surrounding community so special, from its beautiful homes and lots for sale to the diverse amenities and unique lifestyle it offers. W…
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Health Care and Insurance in Ecuador
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"Hey there, fellow expats and locals in Ecuador! It's your host coming to you from the beautiful coastal city of Manta. In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that affects us all: healthcare in Ecuador. As someone who's navigated the ins and outs of the Ecuadorian healthcare system, I know firsthand how confusing it can be. That's why I…
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In today's episode, I'm going to dig into the often-overlooked aspects of renting property here in Ecuador. I've compiled a comprehensive list of considerations that go beyond the basics we've just discussed, to help you make a more informed decision about your retirement home. We'll explore everything from utility connections and noise levels to m…
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In this episode I talk about shopping in Manta. I mention all the major grocery stores, MegaMaxi, SuperMaxi, Mi Comisariato, Paseo, and Coral. In addition to shopping for food, I also talk about the issues with buying clothes here as well.Oleh Don Shader
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Using ChatGPT as a senior in Ecuador
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In today's episode, I talk about the new AI tool that's been a hot topic of mainstream news for at least a year now. I'm talking about ChatGPT. I explain how I use it in my daily life and how you can benefit from using it in yours. Music: Island Dream by Chris HaugenOleh Don Shader
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Money, My budget living in Ecuador
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In this episode I discuss my budget. I explain the reality of the cost of living in this great country and I show that it's not necessarily as cheap as one might expect, but not all that expensive either. I explain the budget items on my personal spreadsheet and I'll give you the numbers that you need to hear and feel compfortable with your decisio…
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Navigating Life Abroad: Cultural Differences and Crime Realities
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Beyond the Headlines: Understanding Cultural Differences and Crime Concerns in South America... In this episode of “Navigating Life Abroad,” I take a deep dive into the nuances of adjusting to life in South America from a North American perspective. I explore the rich cultural differences that shape daily life, from the relaxed approach to time and…
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Bill Campbell: Don’t **** this up!
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar discuss why Bill didn’t give opinions but did reduce situations to language a fourth grader could understand. They also cover the challenge of managing engineers, the ordinariness of firing your friends in Silicon Valley, and the time Randy became a CFO without knowing how to use Excel. See Privacy Policy at https://a…
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Bill Campbell: The Right People for the Next Generation (with Donna Dubinsky)
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Donna Dubinsky, ex-Apple executive and CEO of Numenta, joins Paul Martino and Randy Komisar again to discuss how Bill ran the board of Columbia University, why he escaped from an Apple cruise on a helicopter, and the time he agreed to stop swearing. Donna offers her take on who taught Bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo…
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Bill Campbell: The Man with One Thousand Best Friends (with Danny Shader)
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar reconnect with PayNearMe CEO Danny Shader and chat about why a thousand people in one room all thought they were Bill’s best friend. They discuss how Bill would listen by talking to you and how he always found a way to relate to someone, even if they were completely different from him. See Privacy Policy at https://ar…
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Bill Campbell: Soulless Silicon Valley (with Dave Jakubowski)
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar revisit their conversation with Eureka CEO Dave Jakubowski to discuss the impact of like hiring like and how Bill anticipated a soulless Silicon Valley decades before everyone else. They emphasize Bill’s advice to think ahead and the problem with not seeing the forest for the trees. See Privacy Policy at https://art19…
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Bill Campbell: Hi, This is Steve Jobs Calling (with Kate Bocci)
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Randy Komisar chats with Bill’s stepdaughter, Kate “Katie-Kate” Bocci, about the personal side of Bill: his love, grit and dedication to his family and friends. They discuss his family-only wedding in Montana, his upbringing in Homestead, PA, and non-negotiable Sunday night family dinners. She hopes she didn’t f*ck it up, Billy-Bill. See Privacy Po…
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Bill Campbell: The Personality of a Blocked Punt (with Dave Kinser)
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar chat with Silicon Valley Advisor David Kinser about why the National Football Foundation’s William V. Campbell Trophy was more important to Bill than his work at Apple, Google or Intuit combined. They discuss how loyalty was a make-or-break in Bill’s tribe, and why David’s children still look up to Bill to this day. S…
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Bill Campbell: A Company Isn’t Your Family, But Its People Are (with Danny Shader)
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar chat with PayNearMe CEO Danny Shader, the student who Bill Campbell talked about the most. They focus on the bona fide definition of culture in the work place and why integrity means nonstop respect for your team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac…
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Bill Campbell: Innovate or Become Irrelevant (with Ben Horowitz)
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar are joined by Ben Horowitz of Andreessen Horowitz to discuss why Bill talking out of both sides of his mouth was actually a good thing and how he could also understand both sides of a deal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Bill Campbell: Bill’s Beef with Venture Capital
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar recall Bill Campbell’s concerns about wage slaves, speculators, MBAs, and the decline of true entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley. Randy reveals some material from Bill’s earlier career: coaching college football. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy…
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Bill Campbell: This Is Your Office?! (with Donna Dubinsky)
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar are joined by ex-Apple executive Donna Dubinsky, the student who Bill Campbell spoke most highly of in all his years of coaching. They discuss how Bill found unusual talent and fostered diversity of opinion on his teams. Donna shares how she and Bill handled Steve Jobs’ attempt to mess up Apple logistics, and Randy ge…
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Bill Campbell: Chico State Founders (with Dave Jakubowski)
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar are joined by Facebook’s Dave Jakubowski. Paul talks about why he fired himself from Aggregate Knowledge and hired Dave to replace him. The group discusses why “blue collar” was Bill’s highest compliment for anyone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv…
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Bill Campbell: Is That the Ugliest Shirt You Have?
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Paul Martino and Randy Komisar kick off the podcast by revisiting what it was like to be part of Bill Campbell’s tribe of mentees. Find out why Bill yanked Randy into a dark conference room and didn’t turn the lights on. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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No Bull: Life-Changing Conversations with Bill Campbell
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Here’s a sneak peak of No Bull, a podcast created by Bullpen Capital that distills the wisdom of our friend, and Silicon Valley’s coach, Bill Campbell. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Oleh edit audio, paul martino, randy komisar, Paul Martino and Randy Komisar , editaudio, bullpen capital
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