The Party in the Back Podcast on Gameops.com

A Roundtable Discussion regarding the Best of 2022 Awards on Gameops.com. Host Jon Cudo is joined by three industry insiders who take the party to the next level. Featuring Amanda Greco, Ben Hill and Rich Meyers.

A special edition of the podcast with guest Jon Long from the Newfoundland Growlers. Jon talks about the tragic loss of mascot performer Chris Abbott who passed away after over 27 years performing at Buddy the Puffin. We discuss how the team and community is moving forward in the wake of the loss. Plus Ben Hill on the year in Minor League Baseball.

The October Party in the Back rages with guest Rob Wicall and Jonny Greco. We look at being accountable for your own position in Live Events, evaluation techniques and a creating culture to grown and improve.

This month we Party with Timberwolves VP of Fan Experience Jeff Munneke. Munn shares the Wolves plans for random acts of kindness, the importance of listening to your fan base and the value of a good swim cap. Plus a dose of crowd igniter Cameron Hughes.

In August we Party with Matthew Kaminski, who Sports Illustrated called "an expert troll" on social media. Matthew shares his experience as the Atlanta Braves Organist. Plus Rob Wicall talks about the first installment of his new series Impact Moments.

This month we party with the Grecos, Jonny and Amanda, who shine in the debut joint appearance on the Podcast. We talk crowd-sourcing, promotional stacking, experience and the value of a good scream.

Saint Paul Saints VP Sierra Bailey and Rob Wicall join the podcast. Sierra shares the secret to putting the FU into your FUN promotions and how to run a marathon in-game while singing Karaoke (really).

This month on Party in the Back we party with Cyclones In-Game Host Jay Kruz and one-time co-host of the Gameops.com Podcast Pat Walker from 3 Point Productions.

Ben Hill and Cameron Hughes join host Jon Cudo to talk about sparking a crowd, building a database of every teams' promo calendar and what podcast jokes never get old.

Sean Culkin, Adam Goldberg and Kristin Thompson talk about Sensory Nights. Sean shares the work Kulture City is doing to create understanding and develop tools like Sensory Bags and Sensory Rooms. Maine Mariners' Adam Goldberg and Roadrunners' Kristin Thompson discuss their in-game accommodations.

Serial Podcast Guest Rob Wicall and Touring Act Kevin Shiflett drop into the Party in the Back to talk game presentation, winning promotions and balancing surf boards on your chin.

Crowd Igniter Cameron Hughes considers if he can FEEL a promotion and Paintjam's Dan Dunn talks about the origins of his show....and make-up sex.

A Roundtable Discussion regarding the Best of 2021 Awards on Gameops.com.  Host Jon Cudo is joined by three industry giants who take the party to the next level. 

Wreaths Across America's Sean Sullivan helps us find the right tone for Military Appreciation night and Rob Wicall join the Party to look discuss Kraken, Tacos and Wicked Big things.

Sky Element Drone Pilot Preston Ward and Charlotte Sports Organist Greazy Keyz join the Party in the Back to talk about their entertaining additions to sports.

Executives Chris Cameron and Geoff Iacuessa from the Portland Sea Dogs and Peterborough Petes' Burton Lee join the Party in the Back to talk cornfields, whoopie pies and more.

Ben Hill and Cameron Hughes join the Party in the Back to talk about ballpark haircuts, Scout Nights, Barbershop Quartets, Ballpark Characters, Mullets and much more.

Charlotte Knights Nick Farmer is our guest to talk about a mascot stunt that turned heads and Amanda Greco returns to look at promos from the NFL, MLB and MILB.

Sixers CEO and Author Scott O'Neil joins the podcast to talk about his new book Be Where Your Feet Are. Plus Amanda Greco on mascot swaps, kid's art and the collaboration between a Slam Poet and the ATL Dream.

Colleen Flynn from Boxxed Up joins the Party to talk about the suite of tools they have developed for mascots and teams. Plus Cameron Hughes on the importance of building traditions and much more.

MILB's Ben Hill and Rob Wicall join host Jon Cudo for the Party in the Back Podcast. We discuss MLB realignment, sports promotions, mascots and more. Plus the introduction of new correspondent Harry Hill.

Lara Smedley from My Fan Seats shifts from successful event business to pandemic cardboard fan cutouts with warp speed. We talk about the four ways cutouts are reshaping sports, plus creative ways teams are utilizing the cutouts. Plus Simon Sez Steve Max and Amanda Greco.

Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole joins the Party in the Back podcast. Jesse is the author of "Find Your Yellow Tux" and the engine behind the fun for minor league baseball's wildest show. The Bananas have sold out every game since their first season and now have a waiting list in the thousands. Plus Rob Wicall on Kid's Day promotions and fan cutouts.

Host Jon Cudo is joined by Tyler Scheuer star of Tyler's Amazing Balancing Act, Emperor of Fun David Raymond and Game Presentation wiz Amanda Greco. It's a balanced discussion about touring acts, whether mascots should wear masks, Joe Biden's hair and playing Simon Sez via Zoom. In other words, it is a Party you won't want to miss.

A Roundtable Discussion regarding the Best of 2020 Awards on Gameops.com.  Host Jon Cudo is joined by three industry giants who take the party to the next level. 

Frequent guest, touring act, Canadian National Treasure and professional fan Cameron Hughes talks about his new book KING OF CHEER.

Ben Hill from MILB.com talks about the year we missed in sports promotions, the outlook for 2021 and cannibalism. Plus Cameron Hughes.

Andrew Isaacson from The Famous Group joins the party. He talks about their new virtual fan solution Thunderdome created for WWE and how the pandemic pushed them to build a better virtual fan solution. Plus Rob Wicall on evolving mascot costumes, bubbles and a look at the best Water Cooler Moments in August.

Amanda Greco and Miguel Vargas join the Party to talk about sports in the bubble and beyond. Plus Miguel gives a tremendous tip on how to last in the sports industry.

Glenn Street joins the Party to discuss his journey from mascot to costumer, a new product designed to sanitize costumes and an important mascot tip for performers to keep at top of mind.The MiLB scribe Benjamin Hill looks at the season we are missing in Minor League Baseball. Ben notes some top promotions he's missing and picks the Water Cooler Moment of the Month.

Assistant AD at Penn State University Chris Grosse returns to talk about sports during and after the pandemic. He shares the success behind Penn States epic Virtual Tailgate and more. Lots of great insights from Chris. Then Anne Wright spent years helping NBA teams refine their game presentations helps us decide on the best Water Cooler moments from May.

Condors President Matthew Riley and Pat Walker join the Party in the back to talk about promotional nights and social media during the lockdown.

Social Media thought-leader Tariq Ahmad thinks out loud with host Jon Cudo on successful social media during the lockdown. Plus Cameron Hughes joins to talk about cheering alone, connecting while distant and he votes in the unique March winner for the 2020 Water Cooler Bracket.

Mike Abramson talks about teaching fans baseball, Game of Throne-themed hamburger, effective social media and a lingering passion for the Whalers. We have an excerpt from our interview with Author Josh Pahigan and we close with Amanda Greco on the 2020 Water Cooler Bracket.

Rob Wicall joins host Jon Cudo to talk about in-game tributes, making your fans wait and the best Water Cooler Moments of January.

The Party in the Back Podcast with host Jon Cudo. Cudo is joined by David Raymond and Cameron Hughes.

The Party in the Back Podcast holds a Roundtable Discussion regarding the Best of 2019 Awards on Gameops.com.  Host Jon Cudo is joined by Amanda Greco, Pat Walker and Ben Hill.

Amanda Greco joins Jon Cudo for a look at some of the best in 2019 as we move into the final weeks to nominate for the Best of 2019 Awards. Plus thoughts on 'Best Practices', authenticity, Baby Sharks and much more.

MILB Scribe and Promotion Guru Benjamin Hill and Fort Wayne TinCaps VP Michael Limmer join host Jon Cudo to talk about baseball promotional fun.

Cameron Hughes and Kenn Solomon join the Party. Cameron gives a performer's perspective on a Joe DiMaggio quote in the news and Kenn shares insight into his Podcast called "Between the Fur".

Vegas Golden Knights VP of Entertainment Production Jonny Greco joins the pod to talk Storytelling and the Four E's of Event Entertainment.

David Stogdill and Ava Buric join the Party in the Back Podcast to talk about their creative work. David is creating mascot character books for school shows and CR programs. Ava is becoming the top artist in the world of mascot.

June 2019 Party in the Back Podcast. We launch the rebranded podcast with Rob Wicall, Chris Grosse and Martie Cordaro.

May 2019 Podcast with Jon Cudo and Rob Wicall. The duo discusses the recent article called Mascot Mechanics, plus the originality of the Riverdog's promo schedule and breaking news on about the podcast.

Ben Hill, Dr Jim Tennison and Christian Stoinev join us to talk movie anniversary promotions, Copa logos, Mascot Lawsuits and whether or not to wear a shirt to work on the April Podcast.

Amanda Greco joins host Jon Cudo discussing the future of dance teams and related topics. Canadian National Treasure Cameron Hughes talks Krazy George and his recent appearance at Syracuse.

Daytona Tortuga's Ryan Keur and Buffalo Bisons' Pat Malacaro discuss their promotional calendars. Plus Canadian National Treasure Cameron Hughes looks back at his 25 years of crowd inspiration and questionable dance moves.

We go back stage with the Milwaukee Bucks and talk to Johnny Watson, Melanie Ricks and Ryan Kiser about their show.

Ben Hill, Rob Wicall and Amanda Greco join host Jon Cudo to review the 2018 Best of Gameops.com Awards.

Ben Hill joins the podcast to talk about the best promotions in 2018 in Minor League baseball and Cameron Hughes talk about the humble beginnings of his touring act.

Edmonton Oil Kings Daniel Troiani and Kevin Radomski to discuss their promo calendar and their signature promotions the Teddy Bear Toss.