Soman and Victoria discuss whether ambition is an asset or a hindrance in today’s marketplace. They also discuss the ins and outs of their writing routines plus whether subscription boxes are necessary to success. Soman wants Serena Williams to play singles at Wimbledon and Victoria wants the return of old school robber barons.

Theme of the Week (09:09)

Goals of the Week (17:12)

Industry Nonsense (29:44) 

Reader Mailbag(51:30)

Plot Twists in Real Life (57:07)

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