Podcasts about Bristlr

Grace refuses to date guys with beards. In this date she's pushing herself into uncomfortable territory using bearded dating app Bristlr to snare herself a facially hirsute gentleman.  28 Dates Later is produced by Novel for iHeartPodcasts. For more from Novel visit novel.audioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome to the end of an era, boy and girls. This is it! You did it. Give yourself a pat on the back and go enjoy a nice bubblin' hot cocoa, you fella, you. Well done. Ninety nine episodes and... heh... look at us.... who wouldda thought? Huh? Not me..... not me. This episode BOPS with epic intro poems, 2x2 rubix cubes, and high-energy e-girl twerking tiktoks that make us go "aww, that's a no-no". This audio-experience TWISTS with Masons classic segment, "What Did They SAY?!" where he imparts love notes in Clase and Landens ears in the form of guttural screaming. This installment PULLS on your heart strings as we introduce our sponsor - one of love, compassion, and understanding - Bristlr.com, the ONLY online dating website that matches people with beards with people that want to stroke beards. This track SPINS faster than any DJ I've ever seen, especially when Landen breaks out his segment, "Bizarre Facebook Groups" - where Clase and Mason have to figure out what borderline-socially-unacceptable facebook groups we are in, theoretically, of course. And big news coming next episode... so make sure to FLICK all the like buttons, subscribe on coughYOUTUBEcough and coughTIKTOKcough. And also discord and twitch. And Facebook.  Idk... but we may have a merch store now.... more in episode 100! Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/clasedegraff)

In the final episode of our special ‘mini series’ trilogy discussing John Kershaw's pitch on BBC's Dragons’ Den, we have John talk us through his pitch from the episode and create a contestant's commentary. This is surely the first time this has been done for a pitch on the show (probably). You’re welcome, BBC! This is a stand-alone bonus trilogy so you do not need to have listened to our previous episodes to enjoy this one.You can watch John's pitch on M14 Industries' YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4PZywrm6TY.Exciting points from this episode include:00:53 Director's Commentary:As the team settle in to watch John’s pitch to the Dragons, John talks us through his initial trepidations and his whole approach to his pitch: the beard, the shirt, and what exactly you end up doing while you’re waiting for the lift to take you into the Den.05:53 The PitchThe three most polished minutes of John’s life (his words!). John takes us through the anatomy of his pitch – his style, body language, “mic drop” moments and verbal killing blows, stunning statistics, the product he was actually pitching, and how much practice it takes to give a pitch that makes the Dragons smile.17:00 Post-Pitch Discussion and OffersJohn goes head to head with the Dragons, explaining M14 Industries and Bristlr, sidestepping NDA issues. We also discuss some vital – but lengthy - points that didn’t make the edit, and John’s surprise at suddenly finding that five Dragons are keen to invest in his business, and just how fragile, and complicated, that became.39:30 Deal Done!John talks us through his initial thought process when he was given offers by all five Dragons and how this played out on the episode. We also discuss his thoughts in hindsight on how well he did, if he would change anything, and his feelings about his Dragons’ Den experience – and this episode.Quotes of Dragon Slayer:John: (03:31) "This is my drama GCSE coming to the fore"Kaitlyn: (04:16) "You're running a business, you haven't got time to iron the back of your shirt"John: (08:28) "So I'm explaining the old, the new, still not solving the problem. By the way, did I mention billions and billions of pounds?"John: (12:10) "I’ve done this exact pitch enough times where people like about 20 minutes in like, "oh BEARD, I thought you said beer!" And they think that it's like a pilsner-matching service"Rate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this special episode, we welcome John Kershaw back to the studio to talk about his pitch on BBC's Dragons’ Den. This is a stand-alone bonus trilogy so you do not need to have listened to our previous episodes to enjoy this one.04:20: Stability of a Den DealHalf of the deals made in the Den fall through – why? John breaks down the reality of what a deal in the Den – televised to 3 million people – means as a business owner and reasons why a deal might fall apart, from differences to other investment routes, to complicated T&Cs, growth strategies, the company valuation, and more.12:16: Investments, How Do They Work?Naturally, John’s had a few investors interested in Bristlr and M14 industries. How does it all work? How do they get paid back? It must be more complicated than throwing around buzzwords like “share buyback”! John explains all, packaged nicely as business investment advice.16:47: PR from the DenOf course, pitching successfully on the Den can be a massive PR opportunity, and John describes the immediate knock-on effect on his business, for both Bristlr and M14 Industries – and shares his advice on how to prepare your website for a big increase in visitors. We also attempt a quick-fire round of questioning for John.27:26: Side-effectsWhat are the best and worst elements to appearing on a huge show like Dragons’ Den? John celebrates how one of his best ever pitches is now documented forever – but what were the greater opportunities to come out of his appearance, a few years after the fact? And are there any downsides to recognition and greater responsibility as a business owner?37:04: John’s Day-to-DayNow that John is a Dragon Slayer, how do things behind the scenes at M14 Industries look? As John delves into how he works on his businesses and his tips on working efficiently, we take time to discuss the UK working week, productivity, and engagement.42:34: Dragon RelationshipsDo the Dragons get along? Probably. But John lets us in on his interpretation of their on-and-off-set personas and gives us a little insight into what it’s like to be sweating right in front of them.Fact Check:Michael: (04:20): "In 2015, The Sunday Telegraph Newspaper published a report that revealed that half of Dragons' Den investments fall through after the show": https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2016/02/11/half-of-dragons-den-investments-fall-through-after-the-show/Michael: (16:35) “Maybe Peter Jones has got a sock company”: http://www.peterjones.com/news-entry/_/launch-of-peter-jones-range-of-socks/21/Michael: (38:52): "I think it's Sweden or somewhere... they really promote shorter weeks": https://www.instantoffices.com/blog/featured/countries-that-defy-the-9-to-5Rate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this special episode, we welcome John Kershaw back to the studio to talk about his pitch on BBC's Dragons’ Den. This is a stand-alone bonus trilogy so you do not need to have listened to our previous episodes to enjoy this one.02:25 Fame and RecognitionJohn talks gaining recognition after appearing on the show and why he originally applied: was it a serious investment route or simply a great PR opportunity? We also discuss John’s expectations, contestant advice, and his Dragon Dating app that never saw the light of day.10:24: How Much Do You Ask For?When you’re asking for money, how much is enough? John breaks down how his original bid might’ve been a little bit too ambitious (meeting “that mental mark of a big investment”) and how this all changed between his initial idea and his televised pitch. Those sneaky BBC editors.14:48: The DenHow does it all work? John talks turning up early, nerves, the green room, the pre-pitch interview, make-up, and everything that turns a humble bearded entrepreneur into a dazzling TV businessman. Plus, we find out just how much footage ends up on the cutting room floor, and what the DD set is really like.24:16 The DragonsFierce, feisty, and fiscal: John elaborates on which Dragons he faced, and which ones he most wanted to invest in his company. We also ask if John’s original idea was to try and get investment from more than one Dragon, and John mentions just how difficult is it to remember all five Dragons’ names in the heat of the moment.30:37: The DealWhat happens after the lights go off and the credits roll? John remembers the immediate aftermath of leaving the Den, how the deal is processed from TV to real life, how he kept in contact with the Dragons after the deal, and, of course, the now famous Dragons’ Den potato.36:57: Pitch Practice to get Pitch PerfectJohn talks through his pitching methods and how he was in completely mastermind-ultimate-pub-quiz ready for his pitch to the Dragons – from practising with ‘competitive pitching’ to having the perfect script. How easy is it to cram your business goals into 3 very short minutes?47:59 Reality Hits!What was it like to deal with that post-deal rush? John discusses the initial ‘wow’ moment of receiving offers from the Dragons, talking to other Den contestants, and how his deal led to other business opportunities.Fact Check:Kaitlyn: (50:19): "What's a group of dragons called?"There are a few fun collective nouns for mythical dragons, including: a flight of dragons, a weyr of dragons, or our favourite, a wing of dragons. A group of Komodo Dragons is a bank. Neither should be confused with A Dance with Dragons, the fifth novel of the epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin, DragonForce, a British power metal band, or Imagine Dragons, a pop rock band from Las Vegas. Rate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.You can watch John's pitch on M14 Industries' YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4PZywrm6TY

Here is a teaser trailer for our THREE SPECIAL EPISODES! We’re back with dating app founder John Kershaw, talking about his pitch on BBC's Dragons’ Den, when he donned his armour, drew his sword, and went to battle against five of the UK’s most hard-headed, and hard-to-impress, multi-millionaire investors. We explore behind the scenes of Dragons’ Den and talk prep (from shirts to pitches), filming day titbits, the stability of a Den deal and possible side effects of Den success. Plus, the lore behind Peter Jones’ bright socks, the fabled Dragons' Den potato and much more.This is a stand-alone bonus trilogy so you do not need to have listened to our previous episodes to enjoy this one.Catch up on Season 1 while you wait: www.howtobuildadatingapp.comRate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.You can watch John's pitch on M14 Industries' YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4PZywrm6TY

Welcome back to the How to Build a Dating App Podcast, chronicling the journey of a group of Marketeers building and launching a brand-new dating app.In this episode, our enlighting conversation John Kershaw, mastermind of niche dating app Bristlr, and founder of M14 Industries, concludes for now. We reflect on the journey of some of John’s previous clients from small start-ups to big businesses, what a good churn rate looks like, handling user data, and gender identities in dating apps.Exciting points from this episode include:01:31: Journeys of John's ClientsJohn recollects the journeys that some of his previous clients - niche dating and social apps – have taken and where they are now. Was it all smooth sailing? John talks about the main takeaways and learning experiences from building niche apps, and if social media platforms can also act as a dating app.09:42: The Appeal of the Connection EconomyIs dating now ‘on-demand’? We discuss with John the expectations of modern app-users and how technology is allowing us to connect with almost anything we’re looking for; from food, to transport, to people.11:40: Creating a Clean Feeling AppCan modern dating apps reflect the current trends of the KonMarie Method, minimalism, and the rejection of “things”? John takes us though the ramifications of ‘clean’ and uncluttered design on a dating app, and where that could lead us in future.15:25: The Open Gender ProjectGender is complex. So are preferences. John founded the Open Gender Project – a library of software finding ways to accurately represent people in software in dating – considering this complexity and how many dating apps simply make gender a binary choice.19:13 Who Owns App Data?While John isn’t a lawyer by trade, he’s learned a lot about data storage, the easiest, most effective way of keeping users’ data secure, and the dos-and-don'ts of data and infrastructure handling in the era of GDPR.28:20 Our Next StepsJohn grills the team on what our next steps are and our learning experiences so far, and what our future plans and research looks like.How to Quote a Dating App:“…don't go all in from day one, you are guaranteed to fail”“…if you are targeting a niche it's usually because you're in that niche and you're under-served and then you are a perfect person to come up with a solution for that”“the fact that Facebook have brought out their own dating app feels almost redundant”“If you're just going to divide people down a binary you might as well choose an important one like do you have a beard?”Rate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.What would you expect from a brand-new dating app? Let us know on our Facebook page or Twitter, or comment on our latest Instagram post!

Welcome back to the How to Build a Dating App Podcast, chronicling the journey of a group of Marketeers building and launching a brand-new dating app.In this episode, our enlightening conversation John Kershaw, mastermind of niche dating app Bristlr, and founder of M14 Industries, continues. John breaks down his best tips for getting great PR, how to make sure your app actually works once people are interested and rounding out your skill set to capture every part of the app-build process.Exciting points from this episode include:01:13: Mapping Marketing for BristlrJohn explains how he initially marketed Bristlr beyond the PR of “Tinder for Beards” and snagged those all-important initial users, and his experiences on how not to market your brand.06:53: Testing Functionality and AestheticHow can you make sure your dating app works properly, and doesn’t send your information to Russian cryptocurrency scammers? Can you make it look better than a website from the late 90s? It’s all about testing.09:58: Getting CompetitiveWho’s your competition? Do niche apps even have competitors? John discusses his competition with Bristlr, and how he’s dealt with it since Bristlr’s launch.14:06: Does that App Really Exist?Dating apps often start life as a website or sign-up form. Is it all just PR guff? How many niche apps do you need to increase your user base? John shares his experiences with PR, how many apps is too many, and why so many dating apps launch as a broken mess straight from the app store.22:44 Bristlr’s Launch: Android vs AppleWe ask if it’s better to launch an app on Android, Apple, or both? What are the pros and cons of each? John talks about how he took Bristlr in a certain direction at launch, if it was the right way, and a blow-by-blow account of Bristlr’s early days.27:41 Skills That Pay the BillsCan you wear two hats at once? John talks about his development background, learning how to create a ‘business’, and what the most important skill-sets are for creating a marketable app.34:26 The Future of Social AppsJohn goes through the possibilities of creating social apps that can be purpose-built to serve large under-served social communities.How to Quote a Dating App:“Don't get me started on the beards/moustache thing. It's a whole thing. There's a reason that it's called the Beard and Moustache Championships. I have learned this the hard way after dropping quite the clanger to a local beard group"“I ended up in Manchester Market Street … I just had to stand there getting humiliated as these random people just come up and they just randomly touch my beard. Or tell me that they hated beards to my face with a camera crew there"“My to do list at [launch] was just five post-it notes stuck to the side of my monitor”“I've built dozens of stupid websites, and [Bristlr] just happened to be the one that took off”Rate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.What would be a cool niche dating app? Let us know on our Facebook page or Twitter, or comment on our latest Instagram post!

Welcome back to the How to Build a Dating App Podcast, chronicling the journey of a group of Marketeers building and launching a brand-new dating app.In this episode, our enlightening conversation with John Kershaw, mastermind of niche dating app Bristlr, and founder of M14 Industries, continues. John takes us through the best approaches for starting a dating app build, costings, funding, security concerns, and how to engage users once you’ve built an app.Exciting points from this episode include:01:31: Best Initial Approaches John recommends a couple of simple ways to create and gauge interest in a new app concept, and how to find ways to create demand for a new business. Plus, thrifty advertising methods and how to incentivise users to sign up.09:51 Security, Defence, and ScammersApp security concerns are vast – from hackers and user blackmail to identity fraud. Can you build an app that stops scammers in their tracks, or should users be educated to avoid it in the first place?18:51 Reporting Trolls and FakersJohn discusses his methods of how to deal with user reporting, problem sign-ups, and some inventive ways he deals with those unsolicited pictures on Bristlr.23:34: Key Metrics to Drive SuccessJohn walks us through key metrics to consider when measuring success and how he distilled Bristlr into half a dozen crucial signifiers. We also chat about verifying user numbers and if this can lead to new PR opportunities.28:34 The £100,000 QuestionHow much does it cost to build a dating app from scratch? And what gets forgotten when you’re considering the overall cost of the build? Do dating websites still make more money than apps? John goes through how he achieved funding for Bristlr, experience with start-up accelerators, and if you can be paid in advice.40:06: MonitisationWe’ve all heard of ‘freemium’, but can earning money from your app be as simple as “put ads in it”? John’s learned a few lessons about how charging for apps – or parts of them – really works.Fact Check33:25: The Tinder Revenue Model: Tinder is a free app but also has paid memberships. In the Q1 of 2019 Tinder saw revenue grow by 42 percent year-over-year.Rate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.What’s your funniest experience on a dating app? Let us know on our Facebook page or Twitter, or comment on our latest Instagram post!

Welcome back to the How to Build a Dating App Podcast, chronicling the journey of a group of Marketeers building and launching a brand-new dating app.In this episode, we welcome John Kershaw, mastermind of niche dating app Bristlr, and founder of M14 Industries. Kate, Michael, and Richard chat with John about everything from how procrastination led to creating a “joke” app that’s gone on to make half a million matches, to the viability of niche dating apps and the future of the dating app industry.Exciting talking points from this episode include:01:07: The Uber for Beard FondlingThink your dating app idea is a little ‘out there’? John discusses how a simple idea turned into a viral dating app for hipster-matching.04:49 Funnels, Shotguns, and the Lothario DetectorWe muse with John about how some approaches for dating aren’t transferable and if dating apps mimic the same kind of initial interaction couples might have in the real world.08:44 How to Grow the BeardWhat are the ins-and-outs of Bristlr, and other apps that M14 Industries creates? How does the creation process work? What’s the ultimate goal with a niche app, and can it grow into a profitable business? John discusses if it’s possible to simply hit a big red ‘monetise’ button for an app, and the difference between ‘real’ dating apps, and ones designed to grab your user details.18:27: Trending Towards Classier AppsJohn describes the lean towards a ‘classier’ trend of app users and aesthetic, as companies try to build 'anti-Tinder' dating apps. The future of dating apps? Meaningful companionship and friendship. Also, video streaming!26:47: Managing ExpectationsHow important it is to cater to users' expectations? We look over what people expect from new dating apps, from functionality to design.33:41: Going Out vs Bristlr & ChillWhy not just stay home? It’s cold and dark outside. John explains that “going out is terrible” and how you don’t need to guess intentions on an app, along with two reasons why someone would switch to a new app.Rate and Share this Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.Is going out really that bad? Let us know on our Facebook page or Twitter or comment on our latest Instagram post!

Today, more than a third of long-term relationships are started through online dating apps like Tinder and eHarmony. (And the percentage is even higher for LGBQT communities.) During the early years of online dating, critics suggested that the apps would lead to either sexual hedonism or the formation of shallow, unstable long-term relationships. Well, some of the first major longitudinal studies are finally out and we can see how those concerns panned out. Join us as we discuss the vast cultural ramifications of online dating and why it’s been a net positive for modern society. Oh, and we also talk about Bristlr, a dating app for the facially hirsute and those who love them. Let’s be honest; that’s the real draw for the episode!How do dating apps work? Do dating apps have a stigma attached to them? How do dating apps reenforce the silos in which we live our lives? Can we actually have an algorithm that creates the basis of love?Further Reading:Dating App for Trump Supporters Says it Will Sue Liberals Who Try to Join, written by Moran GstalterPheramor: New Dating App Matches Users Based on Their DNA, written by Olivia PetterHow the Internet Has Changed Dating, the EconomistRelated Content:“Rape Culture:” Yea or Nay?, written by Sharon PresleyFree Love: Victoria Woodhull, written by David S. D’AmatoWearable Tech: Health Care of the Future, Building Tomorrow Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David Rodwin is touring the nation with his one man smash F*ck Tinder, inspired by the 120 women he found online and dated. Are we number 121?! David’s journey brought him love, heartbreak, confusion, sex and no consensual understanding of how to date. He joins the podcast to help us seek meaning in online dating as we explore the Tinder alternatives Coffee Meets Bagel, Hinge and Tastebuds. Are we seeing the gamification of dating? Swipe left if you disagree. All this plus T-posing and Theybies!

Chris, James, and Jared fawn over the lovely bearded folks of Bristlr! Also, pegging makes a topic comeback!

Chris, James, and Jared fawn over the lovely bearded folks of Bristlr! Also, pegging makes a topic comeback!

Alli and Jen get the lowdown on Bristlr, a dating app where you can find the bearded man of your dreams. John Kershaw builds app frameworks that connect beard lovers, new moms, and cow inseminators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Peter J. Lamont Esq. talks with John Kershaw, Creator of Bristlr. John Kershaw, lives in Manchester (UK) and came up with the idea for Bristlr whilst procrastinating at work. Prior to creating a beard-related social network he was a freelance software developer.  It started as something of a joke in October 2014, now Bristlr has created more than quarter of a million connections between those with beards, and those who want to stroke them. The app has grown into a fully fledged and feature rich dating service used in more than 100 cities around the world. Bristlr is available on the web at bristlr.com, and as a free Android and iOS app. UTLRadio: http://www.UTLRadio.com Legal: http://www.peterlamontesq.com Twitter: @pjllaw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/undertandingthelawradio?fref=ts Tel.: (973) 949-3770 E-Mail: info@UTLRadio.com E-Mail: plamont@peterlamontesq.com Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube Channel!

It's Little Dadio's Birthday and we're back at Anderson Towers for this special Throwback episode! Chad & Andy recap their recent adventure to Madison Comic Con. Comments from the OMP LIVE chatroom. Bob Keith with the Wisconsin news update. Andy's Tech News is back! We look at Facebook, Bristlr, AOL, Outlook, Mobile Pay Finder for ApplePay and Starbucks. Music by Matt Danger