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Trent Kusters chats with Hakan Abrak, CEO & Co-Owner of IO Interactive. Hakan is also the Game Director on IOI's take on the Bond legacy with 007 First Light. Together they discuss how IOI met with MGM and the Ian Fleming estate to first pitch the project; the responsibilities they felt to stay true to the Bond IP; balancing dialogue and humor and how that differs from film to games; the casting process of finding a new Bond; and what they learned from the Hitman series that informed the design of a 007 experience. This episode is supported by Xsolla Episode Host: Trent Kusters Producers: Claudio Tapia and Josh Chu, The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving us a rating and review. Support the show and get all of our episodes early/ad-free: https://bit.ly/4kU34Lt Follow us: linktr.ee/AIAS Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

HOST: Michael Fanning, SVP & Co-Owner, Windermere Coaching. Host of the Windermere Ask a Coach podcast.EPISODE SUMMARY:Numbers get you hired, they rarely get you referred. This episode breaks down the difference between service and hospitality, why clients judge a transaction by its peak moment and its ending rather than the average, and how to build a repeatable hospitality system instead of relying on personality or bulk-ordered gifts.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:- Distinguish service from hospitality in your own client interactions- Apply the peak-end rule to design the emotional high points of a transaction- Build a noticing habit that captures one personal detail per client conversation- Create a hospitality moment map tied to each stage of the transaction- Follow up within 24 hours of a stressful moment with something human, not transactionalRESOURCES & RECOMMENDATIONS:Unreasonable Hospitality Will GuidaraMr. Shmooze: The Art and Science of Selling Through Relationships Richard AbrahamCONNECT:windermerecoaching.comSubmit a topic: fanning@windermere.com

HOST: Michael Fanning, SVP & Co-Owner, Windermere Coaching. Host of the Windermere Coaching Minute podcast.EPISODE SUMMARY:When a client chooses another agent, there are only two ways to respond: scarcity or gratitude. Michael opens with the story of an agent who finds out at a block party that her client listed with someone else, and traces how one bad phone call the next day cost her the relationship for good. From there, he unpacks the psychology behind why losing a client feels like a personal betrayal, and lays out a simple two-step system a card and a follow-up email that lets you leave the relationship better than you found it and keeps the door open for referrals down the road.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Recognize the difference between a scarcity response and a gratitude response when you lose a clientExplain why loss aversion, the endowment effect, and self-serving bias make blame feel automatic in the momentSend a handwritten card within a day or two with no ask attached, just genuine warmthFollow up a week or two later with a short, non-defensive email asking one honest questionAvoid the phone call that turns a lost client into a lost referral source, and understand why explaining yourself hands over the power in the conversationTreat every client who chooses someone else as a free diagnostic on your own blind spots, not a personal betrayalRESOURCES & RECOMMENDATIONS:Your Next Conversation Jefferson FisherCONNECT:windermerecoaching.comSubmit a topic: fanning@windermere.com

Angeline Ceniza is Founder at Mikiloco Instant Noodles Processing. Kenneth Ceniza is Co-Owner at Mikiloco Instant Noodles Processing. Mikiloco Instant Noodles Processing is a food processing startup engaged in the production of locally made instant “miki” noodles inspired by Ilocano cuisine. The enterprise develops flavored instant noodle products such as chicken, shrimp, and beef variants and focuses on bringing convenient, locally sourced noodle products to the market. This episode is recorded at Mariano Marcos State University - Technology Business Incubator in Batac, Ilocos Norte.In this episode:00:00 Introduction01:12 Ano ang Mikiloco Instant Noodle Processing?04:53 What is the startup solving? 17:55 What are stories behind the startup? 49:01 How can listeners find more information?MIKILOCO INSTANT NOODLE PROCESSINGFacebook: https://facebook.com/p/Mikiloco-Instant-Noodle-Processing-100088493647140MMSU TBIFacebook: https://facebook.com/bannuartbiTHIS EPISODE IS CO-PRODUCED BY:Symph: ⁠⁠⁠https://symph.co⁠⁠⁠OneCFO: ⁠⁠⁠https://onecfoph.co⁠⁠⁠Yspaces: ⁠⁠⁠https://knowyourspaceph.com⁠⁠⁠Kredit Hero: ⁠⁠⁠https://kredithero.com⁠⁠⁠Twala: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.twala.io⁠⁠⁠GigGenius: ⁠⁠⁠https://gig-genius.io⁠⁠⁠SkoolTek by Edfolio: ⁠⁠⁠https://skooltek.co⁠⁠⁠Red Circle Global: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.redcircleglobal.com⁠⁠⁠CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS:Ask Lex PH Academy: ⁠⁠⁠https://asklexph.com⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on e-learning courses! Code: ALPHAXSUP)Pahatid PH: ⁠⁠⁠https://pahatid.ph⁠⁠⁠Digital Workforce Group: ⁠⁠⁠https://digitalworkforce.com⁠⁠⁠Nascent Batteries: ⁠⁠⁠https://nascentbatteries.com⁠⁠⁠Level Up Talent Solutions: ⁠⁠⁠https://lvluptalentsolutions.com⁠⁠⁠Agile Data Solutions (Hustle PH): ⁠⁠⁠https://agiledatasolutions.tech⁠⁠⁠CloudCFO: ⁠⁠⁠https://cloudcfo.ph⁠⁠⁠ (Free financial assessment, process onboarding, and 6-month QuickBooks subscription! Mention: Start Up Podcast PH)ArkoTech: ⁠⁠⁠https://arkotechspacesolutions.com⁠⁠⁠DVCode Technologies Inc: ⁠⁠⁠https://dvcode.tech⁠⁠⁠Argum AI: ⁠⁠⁠http://argum.ai⁠⁠⁠PIXEL by Eplayment: ⁠⁠⁠https://pixel.eplayment.co/auth/sign-up?r=PIXELXSUP1⁠⁠⁠ (Sign up using Code: PIXELXSUP1)School of Profits: ⁠⁠⁠https://schoolofprofits.academy⁠⁠⁠Founders Launchpad: ⁠⁠⁠https://founderslaunchpad.vc⁠⁠⁠Hier Business Solutions: ⁠⁠⁠https://hierpayroll.com⁠⁠⁠Smile Checks: ⁠⁠⁠https://getsmilechecks.com⁠⁠⁠Wunderbrand: ⁠⁠⁠https://wunderbrand.com⁠⁠⁠Uplift Code Camp: ⁠⁠⁠https://upliftcodecamp.com⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on bootcamps and courses! Code: UPLIFTSTARTUPPH)START UP PODCAST PHYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH⁠⁠⁠PIXEL: ⁠⁠⁠https://pixel.eplayment.co/dl/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://startupnetwork.ph⁠⁠⁠This episode is edited by the team at: ⁠⁠⁠https://tasharivera.com

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The Podcast is going back to South Island, New Zealand.Big fan of when you stumble on a winery you have never heard of and end up loving the wine and the story.Meet Steve Farquharson the Co-Owner of Wooing Tree Vineyard located in Central Otago.Steve went from IT to wine, Wooing Tree is woven within a community in Cromwell and his award winning line of wines go from Blondies to Beetle Juice.Bad a blast with this unexpected discovery. 

Cornwall is a corner of the world which imprints itself on all who visit, and few businesses are quite as synonymous with their origins as Fat Willy's, a perennial presence on the Cornish coastline.In this episode, Liz and Leila sit down with Co-Owner and Director Marc Ward, to retrace the steps of how a surf shack dream from the 1980s became a Cornish institution, from Marc's dad's original vision to how the brand has grown while staying firmly rooted in Cornwall and family life.

Send us Fan MailAdam Slutskin, Co-Founder and Co-Owner of CyberFox, detailed his company's evolution from an executive team of ConnectWise alumni to a security powerhouse serving roughly 4,000 MSPs. Following previous foundational integrations of Password Boss and AutoElevate, CyberFox closed the acquisition of Timus, a strategic move that introduces Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and secure-access capabilities to its product lineup. CyberFox's overarching product framework centers on building an interoperable, layered security “onion” composed of complementary, set-and-forget defenses designed to deliver immediate ROI and absolute price stability.Adam also analyzed the changing economics of the core global MSP population, currently estimated at 80,000 to 100,000 firms. As the market matures, MSPs are shifting from single-vendor suites to multi-vendor environments while navigating structural milestones. To maintain healthy profitability and satisfy insurance or compliance demands, providers must target an average revenue generation of approximately $300 per end-user by layering on MSSP-grade capabilities and formal compliance attestations. Looking ahead, this economic pressure is further compounded by AI, which represents both an escalating threat vector and an essential defensive weapon. While widespread uncertainty remains regarding how to best monetize AI services within the channel, CyberFox is positioning its unified stack to defend against machine-speed attackers while shielding MSPs from the engineering complexities of building in-house AI infrastructure.

Mark Kundysek, Founder, President & Co-Owner, NexCourt "Building Soccer's Future, One Pitch at a Time" full 497 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:26:20 +0000 6ZGDV7Gzdae86WVK9sl2ZcUk8zmzjl77 business CEO Spotlight business Mark Kundysek, Founder, President & Co-Owner, NexCourt "Building Soccer's Future, One Pitch at a Time" David Johnson CEO Spotlight 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Business

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Jason Law, the Former Mayor for the City of Lake St Louis, and a current Lt. Col. with the St Louis County Police Department that is seeking Republican nomination for St Charles County Executive. He explains what he would do in office including improving public safety, fight against taxes and more. He is later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the rise of ticket scams over the summer, the rise of QR code phishing and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Mark is joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the rise of ticket scams over the summer, the rise of QR code phishing and more.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark and the crew react to Jordan Walker's epic Home Run Derby victory. Mark is then joined by Leland Vittert, a Host on NewsNation, a Former Fox News Reporter, a St Louis Native & Former KMOX Intern and the Author of "Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Song, and My Journey with Autism." He shares his thoughts on President Trump's upcoming announcement and what it could involve, the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, the Maine Senate race and more. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Catherine Hanaway, the Missouri Attorney General. She makes the case for the need to pass Amendment 5 on the August primary ballot in Missouri. She also pushes for federal government to further crackdown on illegal robocalls and more. He's later joined by Scott Warmann, a Pregame & Postgame Host for Cardinals TV. They discuss Jordan Walker's epic Home Run Derby championship and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Jason Law, the Former Mayor for the City of Lake St Louis, and a current Lt. Col. with the St Louis County Police Department that is seeking Republican nomination for St Charles County Executive. He explains what he would do in office including improving public safety, fight against taxes and more. He is later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the rise of ticket scams over the summer, the rise of QR code phishing and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Transformation is easy to talk about, but much harder to get right. Charlotte Hill OBE shares the story of Felix's merger with FareShare, and how a values-led approach, consistent leadership and a focus on progress helped bring people together through significant change. Working alongside Becky Hewitt OBE and the team at Kin&Co, Charlotte reflects on why the human side of transformation is where success is won or lost. Charlotte shares how the leadership team focused on creating trust from the very beginning, agreeing the principles for the merger before involving the wider organisation and role-modelling the behaviours they wanted to see. Becky brings the behavioural science, explaining why transformation succeeds when organisations make change feel desirable, possible, normal and instinctive - and why paying attention to the human experience is what makes change stick. Throughout the conversation, Charlotte and Becky explore what it takes to lead through uncertainty: creating psychological safety, inviting challenge and moving beyond simply communicating change to genuinely involving people in it. Their conversation is a reminder that while organisations may need to change, people need to feel part of the journey. Thank you to Kin&Co for sponsoring this episode What makes or breaks large-scale transformation? Rarely the strategy - almost always the culture. Kin&Co is a certified B-Corp and female-owned consultancy on a mission to make work better for 10 million people by 2030. Using cutting-edge behavioural science, they help global organisations transform cultures and drive measurable impact on strategy, people and performance. They've developed a new behavioural blueprint for transformation, drawn from their experience at some of the UK's most iconic organisations. If you're curious, read their latest thought piece on transformation and assess your cultural readiness. Ready to build a culture that measurably drives performance? Read their thought piece at kinandco.com to learn more.

A great coach can change the entire direction of a person's life.I sat down with John Cook, a four-time national championship volleyball coach and the winningest coach in Nebraska volleyball history. We talk about coaching with love, building deep relationships with players, coaching his own daughter, and staying in the game for over three decades without losing yourself in it.What we explore:- Why burnout forced John to completely rebuild his coaching style after winning a national championship.- How "build deep relationships" became the foundation of a culture that won four national titles.- What changes when you coach your own daughter, and how they kept the relationship intact.- Why women need to bond before they compete, and what that means for leading any team.- How three daily questions kept John grounded through 25 years at the same program.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:36 Daughter Quits UCLA Volleyball, Comes Home04:32 How to Learn a New Sport Fast07:54 Why a Growth Mindset Wins Championships10:45 Coaching Burnout: How I Learned to Coach With Love14:02 How to Build Deep Relationships With Your Team17:04 Coaching Men vs Women: Key Differences18:20 How to Protect Your Team Culture22:40 How to Build Leaders Using Team Themes32:21 3 Daily Questions Every Leader Should Ask40:18 How to Know When It's Time to Retire4313 Is NCAA Money Bad for College Athletes52:26 3 Ways to Beat Coaching Burnout56:59 From Head Coach to General Manager1:04:58 Why Athletes Struggle With Imposter SyndromeAbout John Cook:John Cook is the winningest coach in Nebraska volleyball history and a four-time NCAA national champion. Over 32 years as a college head coach, including 25 seasons at Nebraska, he built one of the most successful programs in college athletics and became known for developing leaders as much as athletes. He now serves as Co-Owner and General Manager of the Omaha Supernovas.Connect with John Cook: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johncook_2/–This episode is sponsored by:ONESKIN: Skin longevity backed by real science, not a 10-step routine.

HOST: Michael Fanning, SVP & Co-Owner, Windermere Coaching. Host of the Windermere Coaching Minute podcast.EPISODE SUMMARY:The Windermere Foundation has raised over $60 million since 1989, and most agents never say a word about it to clients. Michael breaks down how to turn that fact into a genuine trust-builder instead of a marketing line, backed by research on why civic-minded businesses earn more client admiration, plus the four mistakes agents make and a crawl-walk-run plan to fix them.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Explain how the Windermere Foundation works and what it actually funds in your communityUse the two-touch pattern to introduce the Foundation early and reinforce it later without sounding like a pitchApply the warmth-and-competence research to understand why civic-minded agents earn more client trustAvoid the four mistakes agents make when it comes to talking about the FoundationStart using the crawl-walk-run framework to build this into your next listing or buyer consultationRESOURCES & RECOMMENDATIONS:Windermere Foundation windermere.com/foundation (2025 Community Impact Report, donor list, funding application)Stereotype Content Model research Susan Fiske, Princeton UniversityCONNECT:windermerecoaching.comSubmit a topic: fanning@windermere.com

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast. I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders in Sports. Today, I'm joined by Nadia Rawlinson, Co-Owner and Operating Chairman of the Chicago Sky. As the WNBA prepares to spotlight Chicago during All-Star Weekend, we're excited to sit down with one of the leaders helping drive that momentum. Nadia has built an extraordinary career spanning technology, media, entertainment, and financial services, with leadership roles at companies including Slack, Google, Live Nation, and American Express. A Stanford graduate and Harvard MBA, she also serves on several corporate and nonprofit boards while leading business operations, strategy, and government relations for the Chicago Sky.  What makes Nadia especially compelling is her ability to speak the language of business while candidly sharing what it really takes to lead at the highest levels.  In this episode, Nadia shares her unconventional journey into sports ownership, lessons on building high-performing cultures, and why great leaders prioritize action over perfection. Keep listening for more leadership insights from Nadia. And join us both in Chicago this October for the Women Leaders in Sports National Convention!  We Are Women Leaders. 

Cintia Arnhoffer is a Hungarian entrepreneur, real estate investor, and business consultant based in Dubai. At 21, she moved to Denmark, where she spent 13 years building her career across diverse international environments. She later relocated to Dubai alone, without contacts or an existing network, and built a new life and business from scratch. Today she is Co-Owner and General Manager of FullComm Real Estate Brokerage, where she helps international clients invest in Dubai real estate and navigate the UAE property market. She also helps entrepreneurs and firms with Dubai company formation, licensing, residency visas, and banking.   What We Cover:   Introduction and Cintia's path from Hungary to Denmark to Dubai Moving to Dubai alone with no network, and what the first year actually looked like Misconceptions about life for women in Dubai, and what's actually true The cultural differences that took the longest to adjust to The mindset shift required to go from employee to business owner in the Middle East Why AEC firms are looking at Dubai as an expansion market What's actually involved in setting up: company formation, licensing, residency visas, and banking Where to find Cintia and closing thoughts   Key Takeaways:   The biggest barriers to building a career or business in Dubai as a woman are mostly perception, not reality, but the real barriers (cultural, logistical, financial) are different than people expect Building a business in a new country without a network is possible, but it requires a deliberate mindset shift, not just hard work AEC firms considering Dubai have a real, accessible path to entry: company formation, licensing, residency, and banking are all navigable with the right guidance Tax-efficient structuring through Dubai is a legitimate option for firms and individuals, not just a rumor Adaptability matters more than ambition when relocating a business internationally  

Day Break | Can America Stop the Socialist Surge? --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:10 – Diana Furchtgott-Roth, nationally recognized economist, energy policy expert, and Distinguished Fellow at the Energy Policy Research Foundation (EPRINC). Furchtgott-Roth discusses Britain's current energy challenges, arguing that aggressive net-zero emissions policies have driven up costs and reduced energy reliability. She examines what lessons the United States can learn as policymakers debate the future of domestic energy production and climate policy. 38:27 - Monologue 47:24 – Missy Malone, My Pure Health. Malone discusses health freedom, metabolism, and why many people struggle to lose weight despite dieting and exercise. The conversation explores individualized approaches to wellness, understanding the body's unique needs, and alternatives to conventional weight-loss programs, while encouraging listeners to seek personalized health consultations. 57:36 – Brent Sadler, Senior Research Fellow for Naval Warfare and Advanced Technology at The Heritage Foundation's Allison Center for National Security. Sadler discusses growing interest among U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific for nuclear-powered submarines, examining the strategic importance of naval deterrence, defense partnerships, and maintaining stability in the Pacific region. 1:16:44 - Monologue 1:25:40 – Anthony Tomey, Co-Owner of 8 Mile Vodka and CEO of the Tomey Group. Tomey discusses 8 Mile Vodka's Gold Medal win at the 2026 Bartender Spirits Awards, the challenges and opportunities of building a successful business in Michigan, entrepreneurship, and manufacturing in America. 1:35:41 – Alejandro Martínez Arriaza, Secretary General of Mexico's National Food and Commerce Union (SNAC). Martínez discusses labor issues affecting Mexican workers, U.S.-Mexico trade relations, and the importance of fair labor standards and strong economic cooperation under the USMCA for workers and businesses on both sides of the border. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 21 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/WyZmI-8l5yg  

Mark is joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the FBI Microsoft "Passwordless" scam, the latest way that malware is spreading on Mac software and more.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Cassie Smedile, the former RNC Press Secretary. She explains why Graham Platner should drop out of the Maine Senate race following the latest allegations against him and calls out the many Democrats who have publicly supported him for as long as they have. Mark is later joined by Missouri's Second District Congresswoman Ann Wagner. She calls out Democrats for their support of Graham Platner despite his checkered past and why he needs to drop out of the Maine Senate race. She also emphasizes the importance of the SAVE Act passing in order to stop voter fraud. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Paul Mauro, a Fox News contributor, retired NYPD inspector, attorney and the Founder of The Ops Desk. He shares what is being learned during this week's preliminary hearing in Tyler Robinson's trial for allegedly killing Charlie Kirk. In hour 3, Mark is joined by David Strom, an Associate Editor with Hot Air. They discuss the latest allegations against Graham Platner and how the liberal media and Democratic party's hypocrisy has once again been pointed out. Mark is later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the FBI Microsoft "Passwordless" scam, the latest way that malware is spreading on Mac software and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by David Strom, an Associate Editor with Hot Air. They discuss the latest allegations against Graham Platner and how the liberal media and Democratic party's hypocrisy has once again been pointed out. Mark is later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the FBI Microsoft "Passwordless" scam, the latest way that malware is spreading on Mac software and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

HOST: Michael Fanning, SVP & Co-Owner, Windermere Coaching. Host of the Windermere Coaching Minute podcast.EPISODE SUMMARY:Two agents, two transactions, same root problem: both saw the truth clearly and chose silence instead. A seller priced 60 grand over market with a dated kitchen and an unrealistic timeline. A buyer whose wish list didn't match their budget. Neither agent said the hard thing early, so both paid for it later in price reductions, blown deadlines, and lost trust. Michael breaks down the research on why avoidance isn't a character flaw it's the brain protecting a relationship it values and getting the strategy wrong and lays out a five-part system for making the hard conversation automatic instead of optional.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:• Set the expectation for honesty with every client in the first conversation, before there's anything difficult to say• Have the price conversation in plain language before you ever present the CMA, not buried inside the data• Frame the 85-to-90% concept in your first buyer consultation so no house has to be perfect to be right• Use Chris Voss's accusation audit to name the hard truth yourself before the client has to discover it• Hold clients capable of hearing reality instead of underestimating what they can handle• Build a fixed system for hard conversations so they don't depend on how brave you feel that dayRESOURCES & RECOMMENDATIONS:Never Split the Difference Chris VossSuggestology Georgi LozanovResearch referenced: Yale Brain Function Laboratory and Penn State studies on conversational avoidanceCONNECT:windermerecoaching.comSubmit a topic: Fanning@windermere.com

When people hear the Gibbs name, most would think of NASCAR owner and Super Bowl champion Joe Gibbs. While Joe continues as the namesake of the motorsports powerhouse that is Joe Gibbs Racing, his daughter-in-law, Heather Gibbs, has stepped into a leadership role to help forge the future of the team. From her early days as a baker to her success as a realtor, and now her role as a Co-Owner of Joe Gibbs Racing, Heather has a wealth of experience and perspective in the business world across real estate, racing, and even baking cakes! In this episode of Business of Motorsports with Kelley Earnhardt, Gibbs addresses the emotions of seeing her son Ty get his first Cup victory, the frustrations of the charter negotiations, the sadness of losing her husband Coy, and how the race team could look when Joe passes on the torch. If you're looking for business insight or just want to know more about Heather's story, this is a fantastic interview. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of A One Pint Stand, I sit down with Laura McCauley, Co-Owner of Boom Island Brewing in Minnetonka, Minnesota.  We chat about the joys of brewery ownership, the importance of community in the taproom, and Boom Island's upcoming 15th anniversary party.If you liked the show and want to support the A One Pint Stand, consider joining our Patreon.  There is some great bonus content that our Patreon supporters enjoy that give a fun peek behind the scenes.

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Nicholas Ducos, co-owner and winemaker of Mural City Cellars, a Latino-owned urban winery in Fishtown. A certified sommelier with winemaking experience in Napa and New Zealand, Nicholas founded Mural City with his partner Francesca Galarus in 2021, building it into one of Philadelphia's most beloved beverage brands by sourcing fruit strictly within 300 miles of the city and focusing on low-intervention whites, rosés, and sparkling wines. He also competed on the second season of Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars, earning a spot on Lisa Vanderpump's team and bringing national attention to Philadelphia's growing reputation as a craft beverage city. https://www.muralcitycellars.com/ @MuralCityCellars _____________________________________________ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!: The Beer Accountant: https://www.paddymaccpa.com/brewerysolutions Patrick McDonald Email: pmcdonald@paddymaccpa.com 267-566-4077 - Licensed CPA Norris McLaughlin P.A. https://norrismclaughlin.com/ted-zeller Ted Zeller - Epi 91 Email: tzeller@norris-law.com (484) 765-2220 - Liquor Attorney Cascade Floors https://cascadefloors.com/ Chris Klein Email: chris@cascadefloors.com (541) 510-1080 _______________________________________ EPISODE NOTES: Breweries & Beverage Brands Mural City Cellars - Philadelphia, PA William Heritage Winery - Mullica Hill (South Jersey), NJ Alternate Ending Beer Co - Epi 95 - Aberdeen, NJ Tired Hands - Ardmore, PA Philadelphia Brewing - Epi 6 - Philadelphia, PA Brooklyn Brewery - Brooklyn, NY Space Cadet - Epi 22 - Philadelphia, PA Mentioned People Francesca Galarus - Co-Owner of Mural City Cellars Tahlia Suggs - General Manager of Mural City Cellars Tony Truchard - Co-Founder of Truchard Vineyards (Napa Valley) Jo Ann Truchard - Co-Founder of Truchard Vineyards (Napa Valley) Allison Mattiola - Epi 4 - Co-Owner of The Boozy Mutt - CLOSED 2025 Becca Foxman - Co-Owner of Fox & Son Fair Foods & Little Fox Foods; Hospitality F&B Consultant Gordon Ramsay - Celebrity Chef Lisa Vanderpump - Restaurateur & TV Personality Mr. Beast - World's Most Famous YouTuber Garrett Oliver - Legendary American Beer Writer & Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster Kyle Lowry - NBA Player (Philadelphia native) James Harden - NBA Player (former 76er) Matisse Thybulle - NBA Player (former 76er) LeBron James - NBA Player Howard Brunner - Philadelphia Photographer Alexis Nutini - Philadelphia Artist Other Mentions Culinary Institute of America - Hyde Park, NY Catch - Miami restaurant Lagniappe - Miami wine-focused restaurant   Beauty & Essex - New York restaurant & lounge (TAO Group) SoulCycle - Fitness studio Fishtown Business Improvement District - Philadelphia Fishtown Pickle Project - Philadelphia Pickle Company OG's Pizza - Philadelphia pizzeria The Michael James Jackson Foundation (The MJF) - Non-profit for craft beverage diversity The Veraison Project - California wine-industry apprenticeship non-profit Shake Shack Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Jeni's Ice Creams - Ice Cream Company Pennsylvania Winery Association Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PRLA) Philadelphia 76ers - NBA team Ikea Strangelove's - Philly bar Local 44 - Philly bar Riverwards Produce - Fishtown grocery & produce market IGA (Fishtown Crossings) - grocery & bottle shop What We Drank? House Red 12% | Chambourcin Mural City Cellars -------------------- Pét-Nat Blanc 12% | Vidal Blanc Mural City Cellars -------------------- Pinot Gris 12% | Pinot Gris Mural City Cellars -------------------- Trailside Pounder Pilsner | 5.0% | Thora & Tangier New Trail brewing (Collab w/ Emberside Brewery) -------------------- Dark Matter Schwarzbier | 4.5% Love City Brewing _______________________________________   STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠@brewedat ⁠⁠/ ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠BrewedAt Website: ⁠⁠www.brewedat.com / www.spacecadetbeer.com  

EPISODE TITLE: House Rich, Cash Poor: The Retirement Mortgage Solution Most Agents MissSEASON/EPISODE: S9 E12HOST: Michael Fanning, SVP & Co-Owner, Windermere Coaching. Host of the Windermere Ask a Coach podcast.GUEST: Tane Cabe, Retirement Mortgage Specialist and founder of tanecabe.com. Tane has been in the mortgage industry since 1993, specializing in reverse mortgages since 2004, and works exclusively with the 55-plus demographic on leveraging home equity as part of their retirement plan.EPISODE SUMMARY:Most agents are sitting across from 55-plus clients who are house rich and cash poor and have no idea there's a third option beyond paying cash or taking a traditional mortgage. Tane Cabe walks through how the retirement mortgage works, how to introduce it without losing credibility, and why agents who know this tool consistently win listings that others don't even compete for.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:• Explain what a HECM for Purchase is in plain language without sounding like a mortgage expert• Identify 55-plus clients who could buy more home and keep more cash using a retirement mortgage• Introduce the retirement mortgage in a listing consultation without triggering the reverse mortgage stigma• Recognize the situations where this tool is not the right fit• Connect clients to a specialist and position yourself as the agent who brings options others don'tRESOURCES & RECOMMENDATIONS:• Tane Cabe's book on HECM for Purchase free at tanecabe.com (physical copies available on request; skip • tanecabe.com book a 20-minute call with Tane through the Chat link in the main menu• Keeping Current Matters (keepingcurrentmatters.com) historical home appreciation data back to 1990• CFPB (consumerfinance.gov) reverse mortgage reports exist; Tane notes they are not always accurate or practical for real-world use• Mutual of Omaha and Long Bridge cited as top reverse mortgage lenders in the country• Tane's equity visualization tool pie charts and bar graphs showing equity position over time; available to agents who connect with him directlyCONNECT:windermerecoaching.comSubmit a topic: fanning@windermere.com

When you sell your business, co-owner friction can destroy your hard-earned equity. This episode breaks down how internal disagreements affect your exit and why transparent communication with buyers preserves your leverage. You will discover how to resolve deep-seated stalemates through professional mediation, restructure uneven family roles, and implement robust buy-sell agreements. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More?  Navigating Partnership Disputes: Lessons from a Valuation Expert How to Sell Your Family Business Why Do Some Businesses Not Sell? Additional Resources Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.

The craft beer scene in Japan has avalanched into a diverse yet enriching scene in Japan; the OG's encourage the promising, the promising spark interests to the unaware. Then there are spaces and platforms that not only want to bring in customers but more importantly create and sustain communal warmth that is inviting to anyone feeling loneliness, disillusion and isolation especially the behemoth of a megalopolis that is Tokyo. Meet Kyle, the co-owner (and along with his wife, Yuki) of Pintology Craft Beer & Whisky. Their love of craft beer and a fun community space sparked them to open their bar during the pandemic in hopes sharing their love to those around them as well as bringing the fun and joy to whomever dares and has curiosity to step into their doors. You can check out and follow Pintology here on IG: pintologytokyoFor more info on the Nakameguro Taproom and other Baird Beer taprooms, please visit:  http://Bairdbeer.com/To donate and buy drinks for the guests  of my podcast:https://ko-fi.com/madeinjapanpodcastIG & FB:  madeinjapanpodcastEmail:  japanmademepodcast@gmail.com

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Nick Hodge, Co-Owner of Digest Publishing and editor of Foundational Profits and Underground Alpha, joins us for our monthly longer-format discussion on assortment of messy macroeconomic factors, how he is navigating the bearish metals price trends, and portfolio management strategies in select gold, copper, lithium, rare earths, and uranium stocks.   We start off reviewing the mix of messy macroeconomic movers like: Market effects from the rising US Dollar – over 100 and climbing Rising short-term interest rates at the short-end of the yield curve due to Fed policy and Warsh's meeting and press conference last week; contrasted against flattening rates at the long-end of the curve Rising inflation readings, but wild fluctuations between monthly and quarterly trends Knock-on effects from geopolitics and continued uncertainty around the US/Iran MOU and supposed reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Fluid situation causing increased volatility and impulsive reactions in both directions Sovereign debt loads and how rising rates will pressure global governments Capex investments in AI data-center build-outs are ongoing.      The majority of the macro news has been a headwind to the commodities sector, but it is a messy situation because there are positive tailwinds present at the same time.  We discussed the pullback in oil prices, in precious metals prices, and copper prices and how Nick is navigating these markets. After touching the hot stove in a few instances, (after taking a nibble at the GDXJ only to see it fall a bit further), he is not interested in trying to pick a bottom or “catch the falling knife” in most commodities. Nick would prefer to see a sustainable real low put in for each respective commodity, like the PMs or Oil or Copper, and for a new uptrend to assert itself before deploying any more new capital. He is more than happy to have a certain portfolio weighting to cash to wait out any more near-term market corrections, and is willing to deploy more cash once the turn higher is more clear.   With regards to portfolio management, Nick is concentrating his portfolio into less positions and fortifying his highest conviction investment stories with compelling catalysts.  He is more likely to trim or sell positions that were picked up based on bullish metals price direction, or as a result of spinouts, or where he is not as confident on the assets or management teams.  He recommends investors take inventory of what they own, and the investment case for why they own it and only be in the higher conviction stories.   Nick highlighted Gladiator Metals Corp. (TSXV: GLAD) (OTCQB: GDTRF) for copper, and Revival Gold Inc. (TSXV: RVG) (OTCQX: RVLGF) for gold as 2 positions he has held for some time in his portfolio that he is happy to hold through any more volatility and even add to in their weighting.  He points out that both companies have solid management teams and projects, and both still have a lot of drilling on tap for this season as a catalyst. There are also gold stocks on his watchlist that are becoming more attractive during this ongoing sector correction, like Mayfair Gold Corp. (TSXV: MFG) (NYSE American: MINE), Tiernan Gold Corp. (TSXV : TNGD), or copper stocks like Amerigo Resources Ltd. (TSX: ARG) (OTCQX: ARREF) or Ero Copper Corp. (TSX: ERO, NYSE: ERO) that he is keeping a close eye on for a potential future position.   When reviewing where he is seeing the most strength in the commodities sector, Nick highlights the Critical Minerals as having been the most resilient. He points out that the Global X Lithium and Battery ETF (NYSE: LIT) and lithium developers like Q2 Metals Corp. (TSX.V: QTWO) (OTCQB: QUEXF) and PMET Resources Inc. (TSX: PMET) (ASX: PMT) (OTCQX: PMETF) have held up better than most other metals or resource stocks. Nick highlights the ongoing direct investment and policy initiatives into the rare earths processors, separators, recyclers, noting prior investments into USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR), MP Materials (NYSE: MP), or the news this week where Energy Fuels Inc. (NYSE American: UUUU) (TSX: EFR) was approved for a $725 million financing commitment from the Department of War, U.S. Office of Strategic Capital, to support infrastructure and capacity to process rare earth elements and other critical materials. Uranium and nuclear stocks have also been soft ever since the big move up in January, but Nick outlined the continued support from many sovereign nations to invest in both their nuclear infrastructure as well as uranium miners with projects of significance. Cameco Corporation (TSX: CCO; NYSE: CCJ) announced yesterday a conditional commitment for a loan package of up to US$17.5 billion by the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) to reenergize the large-scale nuclear reactor supply chain, drive down costs, and accelerate the deployment of AP1000 reactors in the US and globally.   Click here to follow Nick's analysis and publications over at Digest Publishing     For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.    

Corey Costanzo is the Co-Owner of Asheville's Still Point Wellness Spa, a licensed addiction counselor, trauma specialist, licensed massage and bodywork therapist, master didgeridoo player, colleague, and my good friend. In this episode, Corey and I have a conversation about the challenges in talking about hard topics and ways we avoid doing it. We share personal stories as well as understandings in our work as therapists. Avoiding hard topic is one of the biggest silent killers in relationships. Many people dodge uncomfortable conversations to keep the peace, but that usually just builds resentment, misunderstandings, and eventual explosions. Connect with Corey: Still Point Wellness Still Point Wellness on Instagram Still Point Wellness on Facebook Still Point Wellness on Pinterest Corey Costanzo on LinkedIn Email: Corey@stillpointwell.com Let's Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of Relationships! Let's Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week's episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.  You can check out the original songs I have sung in my podcast at Pripo's Podcast Songs. Don't forget to visit our website and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page! Theme music "These Streets" provided by Adi the Monk Sound Production by Matt Carlson

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Carl Cannon, the Washington Bureau Chief for Real Clear Politics. Cannon previews a multitude of New York Primary Elections occurring today and the large number of Democratic Socialist candidates that are likely to win. Mark is later joined by Art Laffer, the Founder and Chair of Laffer Associates, an Economic Research & Consulting Firm. Known as “The Father of Supply Side Economics”, he was also a member of President Reagan's Economic Policy Advisory Boards. Laffer speaks on the death of former Oregon Representative Bob Packwood as well as former economist Alan Greenspan. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Drew Holden, the Managing Editor at American Compass. His Substack is “Holden Court”. They discuss the many ridiculous claims made during the COVID Pandemic including the negative effects of the lockdown. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Batya Ungar-Sargon, the Host of “Batya!” on NewsNation (Airs Saturday's at 6p, Sunday's at 10a), a Columnist for The Free Press, and the author of “Bad News: How Woke Media is Undermining Democracy” and “Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America's Working Men and Women.” She shares her thoughts on the Memo of Understanding with Iran. Will it hold? He's later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. He discusses the era of the AI Agent collective, Apple's Smart Home rebirth and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Mark is joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. He discusses the era of the AI Agent collective, Apple's Smart Home rebirth and more.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Batya Ungar-Sargon, the Host of “Batya!” on NewsNation (Airs Saturday's at 6p, Sunday's at 10a), a Columnist for The Free Press, and the author of “Bad News: How Woke Media is Undermining Democracy” and “Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America's Working Men and Women.” She shares her thoughts on the Memo of Understanding with Iran. Will it hold? He's later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. He discusses the era of the AI Agent collective, Apple's Smart Home rebirth and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Ari is the Co-Owner of Pacific Direct Mortgage & Real Estate, Inc., where she specializes in helping individuals, investors, and business owners secure strategic financing for residential and investment properties. With a strong focus on aligning lending solutions with long-term wealth-building goals, Ari works closely with clients to navigate today's evolving real estate and lending landscape. With extensive experience in mortgage lending and real estate, Ari brings a hands-on, deal-focused approach to financing. Her expertise includes residential mortgages, investment property funding, refinancing strategies, and structuring loans that position borrowers for both immediate opportunities and long-term growth. She is known for simplifying complex financing scenarios and helping clients confidently move forward with the right capital solutions. As a co-owner, Ari plays a key role in delivering a client-first experience at Pacific Direct Mortgage & Real Estate, ensuring borrowers receive personalized guidance and access to the most effective funding options available. She is passionate about empowering clients through education and helping them build sustainable wealth through real estate. Ari's perspective would be especially valuable for conversations around real estate financing, mortgage strategies, market trends, and how entrepreneurs and investors can better position themselves to secure funding in today's environment. During the show we discuss: Why lending should be a strategy—not just a transaction How private money and equity-based lending can unlock deals faster than banks What makes a deal attractive to lenders (hint: it's not just credit) Why speed, flexibility, and execution matter more than chasing the lowest rate How to structure deals to reduce risk and increase approvals The biggest mistakes real estate investors make when seeking funding Why working with the right lending team can accelerate your entire portfolio growth How to transition from doing deals → building long-term wealth through lending + ownership You can explore more about Ari here: Website: www.pacificdirectmortgage.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaradonawalker/

Jeff Phelps and Spencer German listen to the co-owner of the UFL acdientally let out a big NFL secret.

Plenty of talk about the success of Yan Diomande in this year's World Cup. Christian Vallejos joins the show to talk about seeing Yan as a 16yo playing in the UPSL. We discuss the rise of soccer in Florida and the role of the UPSL in developing talent.

Stephen Wilson, WSI Wilson Group, on AI-Driven Search, Getting Recommended Over Ranked, and Search Everywhere Optimization (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 964) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray welcomes back Stephen Wilson, Co-Owner and Digital Marketing Strategist at WSI Wilson Group, to talk about one of the most significant shifts in […]

Joe is joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss Anthropic's historic $965 billion IPO filing, Florida's historic lawsuit against OpenAI and more.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Joe Beamer guest hosting, Joe is joined by Alex del Carmen, a Criminologist with 28 years of experience, a Former Instructor at the FBI National Academy in Quantico. they discuss the sniper and drone involved plot that was supposed to occur at the White House's UFC 250 event but was disrupted by the FBI. Joe is later joined by Daniel Turner, the Founder and Executive Director of Power The Future. They discuss how quickly oil and gas prices will drop now that President Trump has reached a possible deal with Iran. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Joe is then joined by Mike Jernigan, a Visiting Fellow at The Heritage Foundation and a National Security Specialist. They discuss the memo of understanding between the United States and Iran as well as what we know about the deal and more. In hour 3, Joe is joined by Nick Fondacaro, Newsbusters Associate Editor at the Media Research Center. They discuss JD Vance's performance on The View today, the liberal media's reaction to Sunday's UFC 250 at the White House and more. Joe is later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss Anthropic's historic $965 billion IPO filing, Florida's historic lawsuit against OpenAI and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 3, Joe is joined by Nick Fondacaro, Newsbusters Associate Editor at the Media Research Center. They discuss JD Vance's performance on The View today, the liberal media's reaction to Sunday's UFC 250 at the White House and more. Joe is later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss Anthropic's historic $965 billion IPO filing, Florida's historic lawsuit against OpenAI and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

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Brad is joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the UK British Prime Minister, Kiers Starmer, announcing a ban for kids under the age of 16 from using social media apps. How will it work? What are the pro's and cons?

“Take one step at a time and your passion will show through.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast.  This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Rick Osborne  @snowyrangeyurtcabins. Rick, along with his wife Stephanie, is the co-owner of Snowy Range Yurt Cabins—a family-owned mountain getaway nestled at the base of Wyoming's stunning Snowy Range.What started as a personal love for hiking, fishing, and spending time in the mountains turned into something much bigger: a unique hospitality experience designed to help others unplug, reconnect, and create lasting memories. Snowy Range Yurt Cabins offer more than just a place to stay—it's an immersive experience, combining the rugged beauty of the outdoors with thoughtful comforts like private hot tubs, cozy living spaces, and unforgettable mountain views. S9 Episode 22: 6/11/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Rick OsborneFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/  X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod   Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://snowyrangeyurtcabins.lodgify.com/ Instagram: @snowyrangeyurtcabins https://www.instagram.com/snowyrangeyurtcabins/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snowyrangeyurtcabins/

Today's guests will join the Restaurant Unstoppable Network for a live Q+A on July 6th, 2026 at 11AM EST. To join us and engage with all our guests and events, go to restaurantunstoppable.com/live -OR- to just catch today's guest, head over to restaurantunstoppable.com/cwe and we will get you a link to join that specific event for FREE! Greg Casten is a veteran restaurateur and co-owner of Fish & Fire Food Group, with more than four decades of experience in the fish and seafood industry. He has helped create, develop, and build standout concepts including Ivy City Smokehouse and Tavern, and has spent much of his career shaping the Washington, D.C. seafood scene through restaurants, wholesale operations, and hands-on hospitality leadership. Join RULibrary: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/RULibrary Join RULive: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/live Set Up your RUEvolve 1:1: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/evolve Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/restaurantunstoppable Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://www.restaurantunstoppable.com/ Today's sponsors: - Workstream is the #1 payroll, hiring, & HR platform built for restaurants. 46 of the top 50 restaurant brands trust Workstream to hire faster, stay compliant, and run payroll accurately across every location. Visit http://workstream.us/unstoppable for 3 months of FREE payroll. - Restaurant Technologies — the leader in automated cooking oil management. Their Total Oil Management solution is an end-to-end closed loop automated system that delivers, monitors, filters, collects, and recycles your cooking oil eliminating one of the dirtiest jobs in the kitchen.. Automate your oil and elevate your kitchen by visiting rti-inc.com or call 888-779-5314 to get started! - US Foods®. Running a restaurant takes MORE than great food—it takes reliable deliveries, quality products, and smart tools. US Foods® helps you make it. Ready to level up? Visit: usfoods.com/expectmore. - Today's guest recommends:  US Foods Guest contact info:  Email: greg@profish.com Thanks for listening! Rate the podcast, subscribe, and share! 

Branding is losing its personality. In the race for digital efficiency, the world has succumbed to “blanding”—clean, neutral, and entirely safe design built for algorithms instead of people. Mark Nichols, Creative Director and Co-Owner of WMH&I, joins the show to challenge this rise of system-friendly simplicity. He shares why the brands that truly matter must push against global scalability, embrace their unique quirks, and design for humans—even if that means not being for everyone. What You'll Learn in This Episode - Why brands are paying millions of pounds to strip away the exact quirks that drive human connection The strategic power of distinctiveness and why only fifteen percent of brand assets are actually memorable - How a sector agnostic approach allows creatives to cross pollinate ideas from fashion into electric vehicles - The shift from designing for machine efficiency to using live data sets and creative code for living brandscapes - Why Nike should have doubled down instead of backing out when a bold running campaign polarized audiences Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:08) The Rise of Blanding (03:34) The Value of Distinctiveness (04:48) Sensory Storytelling with Red Breast Whiskey (07:31) The Case for Being Sector Agnostic (12:04) Overcoming Client Fear of Polarization (16:30) Idea Driven Branding vs Style Points (19:42) Embracing Irreverence and Creative Code About Mark Nichols Mark Nichols is the Creative Director and Co-Owner of WMH&I, a sector-agnostic creative agency specializing in bold rebrands that push against global scalability and machine efficiency. Trained as a multi-disciplined designer, Mark began his career at WMH&I as a graduate, refined his craft at leading agencies like Taxi Studio and Jack Renwick, and ultimately returned home to lead the agency's creative output. His exceptional, award-winning work for global giants and boutique brands alike has earned recognition from the New York Festivals, Art Directors Club, Pentawards, and Brand Impact. Beyond the agency, Mark is a dedicated champion of design education, lecturing internationally at institutions ranging from his alma mater, the Norwich University of the Arts, to IDEP Barcelona and the University of Delaware. What Brand Has Made Mark Smile Recently? Mark smiled recently at the daring and irreverence of brands that lean entirely into their distinct personalities. He highlighted Liquid Death's punk-media approach to the water category, alongside Nike's willingness to reflect the gritty reality of their consumers—such as their London campaign noting that running in the city is awful, but loved. Mark prefers brands that choose a clear voice and stand their ground rather than homogenizing their message for safe, forgettable neutrality. Resources & Links Connect with Mark on LinkedIn. Learn more about WMH&I. Listen & Support the Show Watch or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon/Audible, TuneIn, and iHeart. Rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help others find the show. Share this episode — email a friend or colleague this episode. Sign up for my free Story Strategies newsletter for branding and storytelling tips. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network. Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our businesses are the results of the small and large decisions we make over the years. It is our behavior in the business that ultimately determines the success and Impact we can realize. Some have said that the 4th wave is ,marked by more passionate coffee balancing that passion with good business practice and strategy.  Today will be talking with someone who has been hugely influential in teaching solid and sustainable business behavior to countless coffee professionals and companies world wide.  I happy to welcome Tracy Allen to the show!   Tracy Allen founded Brewed Behavior, a global consulting and education firm dedicated to advancing the specialty coffee industry worldwide in 2008. Through Brewed Behavior, Tracy has trained and advised hundreds of coffee professionals, roasters, café owners, and organizations across multiple continents. His consulting work focuses on elevating bean quality, optimizing operations, developing world-class training programs, and preparing teams for top-level competition. With more than 30 years of hands-on experience, Tracy brings unmatched depth to his clients. His journey began as a passionate home roaster in the 1990s, followed by roles as Beverage Specialist at Procter & Gamble (Millstone and Folgers), Operations Manager for a Kansas City roaster, and Co-Owner of Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Company in Seattle. At Zoka, he helped establish the company as a leader in both quality and barista training — with its baristas consistently ranking among the top in U.S. Barista Competitions. Today, Tracy channels this extensive expertise through Brewed Behavior to help clients worldwide achieve excellence. He is the last full-term President of the SCAA and Founding Chair of the WBC Rules & Regulations Committee. He has been a certified U.S. and World Barista Competition judge, an SCA Certified Cupper, a certified Q Grader and Instructor, and a three-time "Super Taster." Through Brewed Behavior, Tracy Allen continues to shape the future of specialty coffee on a global scale.  We Cover:  Understanding Business and Passion in Coffee The Importance of Financial Discipline Navigating Growth and Corporate Culture Consumer Behavior and Coffee Trend Best Practices for Long-Term Success Developing Financial Acumen The Importance of Financial Discipline Navigating Projections and Inventory Management Understanding Market Dynamics and Unique Value Propositions Links:  www.brewedbehavior.com      KEYS TO THE SHOP ALSO OFFERS 1:1 CONSULTING + COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min    Related episodes:    576: Financial Stability Using Profit First for Coffee Businesses w/ Kim Logsdon of Caffeinate Your Cash 447: Understanding the Business of Coffee w/ Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood 022 : Founder Friday w/ Colin Harmon of 3fe Coffee, Dublin Ireland & Author of the new book, "What I know About Running Coffee Shops" 283 : 5 Bad Reasons to Open a Coffee Shop SHIFT BREAK! Become Immune to Fear-Based Coffee Marketing 327: Founder Friday! w/ Phuong Tran of Lava Java 489: Tips for Creating a Resilient Cafe 223 : Building a Financially Resilient Business w/ Andrew Carroll  

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