Podcast appearances and mentions of Jason Stein

In this side chat minisode, we do a look at George Lucas' attempt at blending in his famous franchise with historical recreations and family friendly antics: THE YOUNG INDIANA JONES CHRONICLES.   How many iconic guests stars appeared on this early '90s adventure?  What acclaim and detractors did it have?  How does it truly hold up now?  All that (and how there's no way Indy actually interacted with Pancho Villa in any reality)!     OUR GUESTS: Elliott Serrano & Thomas Juettner (from Top Men: An Indiana Jones Podcast): ⁠https://radiomisfits.com/podcasts/caffeinated-comics/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088192821450⁠   Jason Stein (from Dads from the Crypt & How NOT to Make a Movie Podcasts): ⁠https://dadsfromthecrypt.com/⁠   Voice-Over Artist & Podcaster Corby Stephens: ⁠https://www.corbystephens.com/⁠   Cliff Stevenson (from Predator Minute!) ⁠https://x.com/MinutePredator⁠   Lucas Dickinson: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TESDAnt⁠   Tom, JJ, Mike & Gil (from The Film Junkyard on FB): ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/192094814680515⁠   Comic Book Creator JM Brandt: ⁠https://x.com/mrjmbrandt⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/JMBrandt⁠                   MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/        SHOW LINKS: YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCIyMawFPgvOpOUhKcQo4eQQ   iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-jacked-up-review-show-59422651/   Podbean: https://jackedupreviewshow.podbean.com   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Eg8w0DNympD6SQXSj1X3M   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218   RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/the-jacked-up-review-show-We4VjE   Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1494236218/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNDYyOTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz   Anchor:  https://anchor.fm/s/a46297c/podcast/rss   PocketCasts: https://pca.st/0ncd5qp4   CastBox:  https://castbox.fm/channel/The-Jacked-Up-Review-Show-Podcast-id2591222   Discord:  https://discord.com/channels/796154005914779678/796154006358851586         #MovieReview #FilmTwitter #PodFamily #PodcastersOfInstagram #Movies #Film #Cinema #Music #Reviews #Retrospect #Podcasts #MutantFam #MutantFamily #actionmystery #bmovies #scifihorror #truecrime #historydramas #warmovies #podcastcollabs #hottakes #edgy #cultmovies #nsfw #HorrorFam #badass 

Welcome back to another episode of Wellness Renegades Pod! I'm your host, Jason Stein. In our latest episode, we were thrilled to chat with Johnny Crowder—a remarkable leader who's turning personal battles into global wellness advancements. Johnny is not only a suicide abuse survivor and TEDx speaker but the founder and CEO of CopeNotes, a transformative text-based mental health service reaching users in nearly 100 countries. Here's a glimpse of what we covered: Inspiration from Simplicity: How Johnny's journey began with sticky notes around his house, sparking unpredictable moments of mental clarity.  The Power of Openness: Through peer support and a shift in his own perspective, Johnny discovered that sharing and understanding mental health struggles can connect us in powerful ways, breaking the stigma surrounding diagnoses. Ethical Entrepreneurship: Johnny's business model for CopeNotes focuses on accessibility and affordability, ensuring that mental health support can reach underserved communities while maintaining a sustainable and ethical business practice. Balancing Passion and Wellbeing: Johnny candidly shared his evolution from a work-driven lifestyle to prioritizing personal health and presence, emphasizing the importance of living not just a productive life, but a fulfilling one. Johnny Crowder's Bio: Johnny Crowder is a suicide/abuse survivor, TEDx speaker, touring musician, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, and the Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, a text-based mental health platform that provides daily support to users in nearly 100 countries around the world. Armed with a decade of clinical treatment, a psychology degree from the University of Central Florida, and 10+ years of peer support and public advocacy experience through the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Johnny's youthful vigor for mental health has impacted millions of lives across the globe. Links Websites: https://copenotes.com/ and https://johnnycrowder.com/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnnycrowder/   Website: https://WellnessRenegades.com Instagram: @WellnessRenegades For a full transcript of the episode, visit: https://shorturl.at/uhEFl Together is Better, Jason  

Welcome back to another episode of Wellness Renegades Pod! I'm your host, Jason Stein, alongside my guest, wife, and business partner Dr. Rachel. Our latest episode marks a shift in focus from the intersection of integrative medicine and business to exploring wellness-driven leadership.   In this episode, we'll talk about Detoxifying Your Work Space including: Safe & Clean Water at Work – Learn how to ensure your drinking water is free from contaminants by using filtration options tailored to your local water supply. Discover the best types of bottles, like stainless steel or glass, to avoid exposure to harmful chemicals in plastic. Smart Snacking for Sustained Energy – Get tips on choosing snacks that fuel your body without the energy crash. Explore different options that align with various dietary preferences, from simple whole-food bars to high-quality protein sources like grass-fed jerky. Managing Technology Exposure – Understand the potential health impacts of constant exposure to EMFs, blue light, and 5G. Discover easy adjustments, like using night mode, turning off unnecessary wireless signals, and minimizing screen time, to support better sleep and overall well-being. Movement & Workplace Wellness – Avoid the negative effects of prolonged sitting by incorporating movement throughout your workday. Learn the benefits of standing desks, posture awareness, and strategic breaks to enhance energy and productivity. Reducing Workplace Stress for Better Health – Explore simple yet effective ways to combat workplace stress, from breathwork techniques to grounding exercises. Learn how small changes in daily habits can have a significant impact on reducing chronic stress and improving long-term well-being. We're transforming the way we look at work and life balance, focusing on how small changes can lead to significant improvements in health and productivity. Tune in to foster a wellness-driven work environment where you thrive!   Links Website: https://WellnessRenegades.com Instagram: @WellnessRenegades For a full transcript of the episode, visit: https://shorturl.at/2Xdt5   Dr. Rachel Sterry's  Bio: Dr. Rachel is an expert in detoxifying your life. As a Naturopathic Physician, mom, fitness instructor, wife, cook, animal lover, and outdoor enthusiast, she is passionate about helping people reclaim their health naturally. With over a decade of experience in primary care, she has worked with hundreds of families to address chronic and autoimmune diseases, balance hormones, improve digestion, and restore sleep and energy. Dr. Rachel loves getting people off medications whenever possible, believing that natural medicine is the key to living a happier, healthier life. She is excited to be part of the wellness community of both locally in Joseph, Oregon and online. She is ready to support your inner journey. Website Links: - Website: WallowaAvenueWellness.com

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leadership: Thriving in Changing Times with Jason SteinOur guest on the podcast today is Jason Stein, L.Ac, who combines 25+ years of expertise in Acupuncture, Wellness, and Coaching to empower leaders. He pioneered one of the first integrative medicine programs in a U.S. hospital and taught Practitioners and Executives business strategies. Now based in Oregon's Wallowa Mountains, Jason runs Wallowa Ave Wellness and Wellness Renegades, helping leaders achieve balance and success. His work bridges clinical knowledge with business strategy, fostering resilience and growth.In today's conversation, we explore the intersections of wisdom, wellness, and leadership in today's ever-evolving world. In this episode, titled "Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leadership," we consider how integrating ancient philosophies and modern strategies brings great workplace benefits.Jason shares his personal journey from a conventional business student to a transformative acupuncturist and executive coach. He lays bare his experiences of building his own resilience and highlights the critical need for soft skills, communication, and collaboration in fostering meaningful change within organizational life. Through his teachings and adventures, including a recent shift towards executive coaching and a joint wellness center venture in Oregon, Jason emphasizes the philosophy of "together is better." He draws compelling parallels between acupuncture's holistic approach and its application in business, advocating for a balance between profitability and the well-being of individuals.We also talk about the ethical use of AI, building resilient communities, and fostering environments where personal and professional growth can flourish. If you're a changemaker seeking to integrate more balance and energy into your leadership practices, this episode is for you. Join us as we uncover timeless wisdom to navigate modern challenges and craft a future rooted in connection, health, and shared success.Key TakeawaysJason's personal story of bankruptcy that he shares so vulnerablyHow technology is a tool for connection and freedom.What to do to build resilience when your intrinsic value is challenged by societal pressures and negative feedbackEthical and conscious use of AI as a supportive business tool.Strategies for integrating health and well-being in corporate environments.Insights for leaders from Chinese medicine, such as "liver yang rising."Episode Resources:Jason's WebsiteJason's Linkedin ProfileJason's Executive CoachingSacredChangemakers.comOur Sacred CommunityJayne Warrilow on LinkedinThank you to our sponsors:A huge thank you to our Inner Circle members, podcast sponsors, and extended Sacred Changemakers community, all of whom are visible on our website and helping us make a global impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.If you would like to support our show:Please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and other podcast platforms. We would be SO...

This episode is sponsored by Lockton, click here to learn more 2024 is about to end, but the challenges in the automotive industry aren't slowing down. From supply chain challenges and UAW strikes to the ongoing push for EV adoption, it's been a wild ride. But as Jan Griffiths looks ahead to 2025, her message is clear: leaders must step up for what's next.As John McElroy said in episode 100, the alarm bells for leadership and culture aren't ringing loud enough. And he's right. Culture isn't just a “nice-to-have”—it's the foundation of everything we do. It defines us as an industry, a company, and a leader. It influences not just our behaviors but also the processes we use. That's why Jan challenges leaders to abandon the old “this is how it's always been done” mentality and rethink their approach to leadership.Using real examples, Jan shares why leadership matters now more than ever, pointing to Martin Fischer's success with the people-first approach at ZF compared to Stellantis's struggles under Carlos Tavares. For Jan, this contrast underscores the urgent need for cultural evolution and authentic leadership to succeed in today's rapidly transforming automotive landscape.This isn't a look back; it's a wake-up call for leaders ready to build the future. As we step into 2025, let's focus on not only what we do but also how we lead—because the future of this industry depends on it.Your HostJan Griffiths is the architect of cultural change in the automotive industry. As the President & Founder of Gravitas Detroit, Jan brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for transforming company cultures. Additionally, she is the host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, where she shares insightful conversations with industry visionaries. Jan is also the author of AutoCulture 2.0, a groundbreaking book that challenges the traditional leadership model prevalent in the automotive world. With her extensive experience and commitment to fostering positive change, Jan is at the forefront of revolutionizing the automotive landscape. Reach out to her at Jan@gravitasdetroit.comMentioned in this episode:Auto Revolutions: John McElroy & Jason Stein on Shaping Industry CultureWhy Automotive Leaders Need Emotional Intelligence with Daniel GolemanDriving Culture Change in the Automotive Industry with Jon HusbyMeet the Leader Behind the Next Iconic Car CompanyHadi Awada's Journey to Transforming...

Here's your Local News for Thursday, October 17, 2024:We find out why local officials recommend election preparedness,Discuss Madison's budget outlook with Wisconsin Policy Forum's Jason Stein,Explore the intersection between finance and community service,Talk basement flooring,Dissect the scholarly lessons in Scooby Doo,And much more.

Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Dr. Jason Stein, Chief Medical Officer at Ingenious Med.What you'll get out of this episode:Shift from Optimism to Investment in AI: Financial leaders in healthcare are increasingly investing in AI for revenue cycle management, moving beyond optimism to actual implementation.Persistent Pain Points: Despite advancements in AI, issues like denials, underpayments, and uncompensated care remain challenges for physician practices.Revenue Leakage: Healthcare organizations are leaving an average of 11.4% of total revenue on the table due to coding issues and underperforming revenue cycle management solutions.High Expectations for AI: Financial leaders expect AI to provide significant improvements, with projections of up to 20% revenue growth over the next five years.Innovative Solutions Beyond AI: IngeniousMed introduces features like charge note reconciliation, using high-reliability science to improve revenue capture and reduce errors.To learn more about Ingenious Med:Website https://ingeniousmed.com/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingenious-med/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-stein-md-sfhm-b17b6253/ Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of HealthcareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/WHAT IS SLICE OF HEALTHCARE?The go-to site for digital health executive/provider interviews, technology updates, and industry news. Listed to in 65+ countries.

We have for you all to witness, a MEGA summary of why the INDIANA JONES saga has been able to successfully merge multiple genres, ancient evils of the world & quotable characters into one HUGE package.   Even if it never was your fancy, we at least have some amusing commentary on franchises of the past and present & what adventure actually is for an archeologist.   Why does TEMPLE OF DOOM appeal to so many non-Horror movie fans?   Why does LAST CRUSADE appeal as a buddy movie despite some soapy plot inserts?   Why did DIAL OF DESTINY come out so long afterwards despite packing 3 explosive theme park ride equivalents into 2.5 hours?   Altogether, you'll get an amusing way in which we rank each film, videogame, book, comic & even the show. See which one gets a boulder as a 5 star rating and which one gets fed to the snake pit!   GUESTS TONIGHT: Elliott Serrano & Thomas Juettner (from Top Men: An Indiana Jones Podcast): ⁠https://radiomisfits.com/podcasts/caffeinated-comics/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088192821450⁠   Jason Stein (from Dads from the Crypt & How NOT to Make a Movie Podcasts): ⁠https://dadsfromthecrypt.com/⁠   Voice-Over Artist & Podcaster Corby Stephens: ⁠https://www.corbystephens.com/⁠   Cliff Stevenson (from Predator Minute!) ⁠https://x.com/MinutePredator⁠   Lucas Dickinson: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TESDAnt⁠   Tom, JJ, Mike & Gil (from The Film Junkyard on FB): ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/192094814680515⁠   Comic Book Creator JM Brandt: ⁠https://x.com/mrjmbrandt⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/JMBrandt⁠               MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview ⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/ ⁠ Blind Knowledge Podcast Network: ⁠https://www.blindknowledge.com/⁠       SHOW LINKS: YouTube: ⁠https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCIyMawFPgvOpOUhKcQo4eQQ⁠   iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-jacked-up-review-show-59422651/⁠   Podbean: ⁠https://jackedupreviewshow.podbean.com⁠   Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7Eg8w0DNympD6SQXSj1X3M⁠   Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218⁠   RadioPublic: ⁠https://radiopublic.com/the-jacked-up-review-show-We4VjE⁠   Overcast: ⁠https://overcast.fm/itunes1494236218/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast⁠   Google Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNDYyOTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz⁠   Anchor:  ⁠https://anchor.fm/s/a46297c/podcast/rss⁠   PocketCasts: ⁠https://pca.st/0ncd5qp4⁠   CastBox:  ⁠https://castbox.fm/channel/The-Jacked-Up-Review-Show-Podcast-id2591222⁠   Discord:  ⁠https://discord.com/channels/796154005914779678/796154006358851586⁠         #MovieReview #FilmTwitter #PodFamily #PodcastersOfInstagram #Movies #Film #Cinema #Music #Reviews #Retrospect #Podcasts #MutantFam #MutantFamily #actionmystery #bmovies #scifihorror #truecrime #historydramas #warmovies #podcastcollabs #hottakes #edgy #cultmovies #nsfw #HorrorFam #badass 

Welcome back to another episode of Wellness Renegades Pod! I'm your host, Jason Stein, alongside my guest, the amazing Dr. Mark T Brinson. Today, we're diving into the fascinating journey of Mark—our very own wellness genius and the brilliant mind behind Evil Bone Water. From his roots in North Carolina to his disciplined years in the military, we discover his passion for Chinese medicine. Mark's story is one of resilience and unyielding dedication to ethical business practices. In this episode, we'll talk about  Mark's injury ended sports career which led to military Why Mark chose Acupuncture over Osteopathy  How he balances business ethics while maintaining patient trust Creating unity and collaboration amidst Acupuncturists   Links Website: https://WellnessRenegades.com Instagram: @WellnessRenegades For a full transcript of the episode, visit: https://shorturl.at/q60a4   Dr. Mark T Brinson  Bio: Mark Brinson is a Doctor if Oriental Medicine with over 30 years of experience in the healing arts. He now is CEO of Saint Apothecary that makes Evil Bone Water in St Petersburg, Florida. Social Links: - Instagram: @evilbonewater - Website: evilbonewater.com

Title: Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Directors: Matt Maiellaro, Dave Willis Producers: Dave Willis, Matt Maiellaro, Jay Wade Edwards Writers: Matt Maiellaro, Dave Willis Stars: Dana Snyder, Carey Means, Dave Willis, Matt Maiellaro, C. Martin Croker, Andy Merrill, Mike Schatz Release date: April 13, 2007 (US) PROMO: Anime Talk (@AnimeTalk12) SPECIAL GUEST: Jason Stein (@Beard81Dad), Dads from the Crypt (@CryptDads) SHOWNOTES: Gentlemen, BEHOLD! This 4/20, we are getting absolutely baked with Jason from Dads from the Crypt, as we cover Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters! Essentially an 85-minute episode of the Adult Swim animated surrealist black comedy series, this is an ideal stoner film to check out this holiday, so come hang with us and whatever you have—be it bongs, blunts, or joints—smoke it if you got it... And remember: it don't matter, none of this matters. Collateral Cinema is on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and is on GoodPods, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Google Podcasts, YouTube, iHeartRadio, and wherever else you get your podcasts! Dads from the Crypt: A Tale from the Crypt Podcast is on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Check them out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Also, look for them on Patreon! Collateral Media presents Robert Ortegon's Texas Sundown, a 2024 indie short film made by and starring the crew of Collateral Cinema, available now on YouTube: youtu.be/trpnh2fYkaY (Collateral Cinema is a Collateral Media Podcast. Intro song is a license-free beat. All music and movie clips are owned by their respective creators and are used for educational purposes only. Please don't sue us; we're poor!)

Welcome back to another transformational episode of Wellness Renegades! I'm your host Jason Stein, and today, we are honored to have Michelle Grasek join us to navigate the tumultuous waters of the wellness industry post-COVID. Michelle, a veteran in the field, will shed light on the intricacies of marketing in our new digital era, especially for wellness entrepreneurs. Together, we'll dive deep into the shift towards online marketing and the importance of understanding the essentials of SEO before pouring resources into digital strategies. Michelle brings her personal experience to the table, including the art of negotiation with ad firms and the critical analysis of whether increased online traffic genuinely converts into patients. We also talk about How COVID impacted wellness providers. Understanding SEO manipulation and how to invest wisely. Negotiating prices for ads or SEO investment. Frustrations with insurance and considering going cash pay only. Growth of telemedicine and potential outreach to rural areas   Links Website: https://WellnessRenegades.com Instagram: @WellnessRenegades For a full transcript of the episode, visit: https://shorturl.at/cdH37   Michelle Grasek  Bio: Michelle Grasek is the host of the Acupuncture Marketing School podcast. She's a practicing acupuncturist and marketing strategist and she's been teaching marketing, both online and in-person, over a decade. In that time, Michelle has taught marketing to over 3,500 acupuncturists. It's her mission to help you grow your business using marketing techniques that are genuine and generous. Through MIchelle's articles and online PDA courses, she aims to help you outline a strategy, focus on marketing that's authentic, and get new patients every week. She shares all of her practice-building tips at michellegrasek.com and on social media @michellegrasek.   Social Links: - Instagram: @michellegrasek   - Website: www.michellegrasek.com - Acupuncture Marketing School online class [15 PDAs]

Daron sits down with actor Alex Waldmann, who is one of Britain's most prolific young classical actors. He can be seen playing ‘Jason Stein', Prince Andrew's former PR advisor in Netflix's newest film ‘Scoop'.

Today I'm speaking with Jason Stein, an acupuncturist and business coach who's been in the coaching industry for over 25 years. He works with acupuncturists and other wellness professionals to help them move the needle and build businesses that are aligned with their values and goals. This is the FIFTH (!) time I've interviewed Jason in the last ten years, and he always shares practical ideas that you can implement right away.In this episode, Jason and I talk about: Generating more revenue but NOT adding to your workloadHosting retreats as a way to increase revenue without breaking the bankHow to boost your rank in a Google searchWhat to focus on instead of social mediaDonation clinics as a way to give back to the community while maintaining a cash-pay business modelTips for optimizing your Google Business Profile for SEOAnd much moreHope you enjoy this episode with Jason!Today's episode is sponsored by Acupuncture Marketing School, the online course (worth 15 NCCAOM PDA credits). This week there's a special discount code just for podcast listeners. The code is PODCAST to save $100 and get a free 1:1 marketing strategy session with me.Acupuncture Marketing School is a pre-recorded, video-based training that focuses on effective marketing strategies for acupuncturists who want more patients and more impact in their communities. It's a step-by-step marketing strategy to help you grow a meaningful, thriving practice. It's perfect for marketing beginners and anyone who feels like their marketing efforts are scattered and just not getting results. Learn more about Acupuncture Marketing School (15 NCCAOM PDAs) here and don't forget to use code PODCAST to save $100 and get a free 1:1 Marketing Strategy Session with me. SHOW NOTES:  Jason's website: jasonstein.comWellness Renegades on Instagram: @wellnessrenegadesFollow Jason on FacebookRetreats for Business Owners:Acupuncture Marketing School (15 NCCAOM PDAs) - Use code PODCAST to saveSupport the showCurious about Acupuncture Marketing School, the online course for marketing beginners? Join me inside! Click here to learn more.

Welcome, Wellness Warriors, to another empowering episode of the Wellness Renegades Podcast! I'm your host, Jason Stein, and today we're diving into a transformative discussion with the amazing Chen Yen. Chen's journey is nothing short of inspirational, as she transitioned from a traditional pharmacist to becoming a beacon of hope for holistic healthcare practices. We talk about: Social media's limited effectiveness Educate public, promote holistic care, and attract patients Predictions about future technologies and astrology Getting referrals from MDs  Links: For more information on increasing profits without burning out visit: https://WellnessRenegades.com Instagram: @WellnessRenegades For a full transcript of the episode, visit: https://shorturl.at/jAHN4 Chen Yen's Bio: Chen Yen is a 6 & 7-figure practice makeover mentor and founder of Introverted Visionary, helping introverted visionary holistic health practitioners grow fulfilling 6 & 7-figure practices in ⅓ of the time it typically takes, without having to do it the exhausting extroverted way. Acupuncturists & practitioners who want to accelerate practice growth come to us to put them on the map speaking + attract MD referrals or create innovative practices that go beyond trading time for money. Clients include American Society of Acupuncturists board member, former American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine board Member, board members of acupuncture state boards, past President of American Association of Naturopathic Physician, past president of American Chiropractic Association Sports Council. Additional Links: How to Become an In-Demand Practitioner: by Sharing Your Passion & Knowledge as a Thought Leader: https://fillmyholisticpractice.lpages.co/newpatients (including how our clients are bringing in 5-26 new patients/mo) Find out how Chen Yen can help you grow your practice faster: http://introvertedvisionary.com

Drew, Randy, and Mike contemplate the Rivian R2's arrival, Fisker's troubles, the first wave of NACS adapters, and weirdly the age old question of what defines a muscle car.Credit to Cars & Culture with Jason Stein for audio snippetCredit to Fisker Motors for Fisker Alaska Houdini partition clipRandy's Referral Code: https://www.tesla.com/referral/randy72027Mike's Referral Code: https://www.tesla.com/referral/michael29727Published: 03-03-2024, Recorded: 03-01-2024

We get a welcomed visit from Jason Stein, member of Dads from the Crypt podcast, and he takes us beyond the pale by recommending a literal hell of a first watch for two of us: Pier Paolo Pasolini's Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom. Join us as we discuss this controversially graphic, offensively vulgar, and undeniably beautiful and well-crafted film.

Join us this week as we continue our series on justice and mercy by looking at Amos 2. How we see our sin and our need for Jesus will directly shape how we pursue justice and mercy in the world around us.

The Crypt Keeper is just DYING to have you listen to this weeks review of Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight with one of the hosts from The Dad's From The Crypt Podcast, Jason Stein! Get ready for more chaos coming every TUESDAY! Old episodes being reposted to YouTube every THURSDAY! Use code KATIEAFRAIDY25 to get 25% off of your Fangoria subscription ! Check out Filmcraft Studio Gear! https://www.instagram.com/filmcraftla/ Follow us on Socials! https://www.instagram.com/katie.afraidy/ https://www.instagram.com/kthetty/

Listen to the powerhouse team of Brandon Ivey and Christoph Uhlig from Evok Technologies. They live and breathe cloud & security sales. Being uniquely positioned to understand what a customer is going through, they talk modernization, augmenting teams, and the struggles they help customers overcome. Can you believe that we're already at 100 episodes? While we go and ramp up and get ready for season three, we're gonna take you back, listen to some of the great moments in these past episodes. So stay tuned as we take you back to season one and two. – Hey everybody, welcome back. I'm your host, Josh Lupresto and this is the Next Level BizTech Podcast. So today we are actually wrapping up the first series in season two, and we're talking about managed services and how we're solving this tech talent issue that we've got going on with security and the broader technology landscape. So if you tuned in on the first episode, you heard Jason Stein, and he talked about what Telarus is doing overall from the practice and how we go to market and what we're seeing and the trends and things like that. And then we had one of our great suppliers on where Thrive came on and talked about all the things from a technical perspective, their products, where they're fitting, how they go to market with those, differentiators, all that good stuff. But today we get to hear from what I think is really critical. We get to hear from the partner's perspective. So we got some good friends of mine. We've been spending a lot of time together lately. We got Brandon Ivey and Christoph Uhlig from EVOK Technologies. Gents, Brandon, welcome. – Thanks for having us, Josh. It's really great to be here. – All right, so let's kick this off. Brandon, I'm gonna come to you first here. Part of my favorite story is how do you get started? Everybody has a different path. Some people super linear, some people do crazy windy stuff and end up in this world. I'm curious to hear how you guys get started in this. – Absolutely, so it's kind of interesting. I think Christoph and I both have similar backgrounds and kind of went through similar trials and tribulations, if you will, through our career path. We both started out in entry-level sales jobs coming out of college, worked up the corporate ladder, led sales teams, became directors or VPs and led overall go-to-market strategies and new logo acquisition sales. And interesting enough, neither one of us really wanted to be in management roles any longer. And we found ourselves starting at a cloud company on the same day in the same role. And what was interesting enough, at least from my perspective, is that we kind of hit it off from the get-go. I think Christoph may have had a difference of opinion, but he was like, “Hey, I want to be in line with that guy, he seems competitive.” And we fed off of that. And so what we did to begin with was we started interviewing all of the top reps at the organization, trying to figure out what was the secret sauce to be successful, right? In long story short, most of them didn't have a lot of positive feedback. It was, if you got lucky enough to be tagged to that right account that was growing, et cetera, et cetera, then you had some success. So we kind of stumbled and went through some different challenges the first few months at that cloud company. And then we realized we needed a force multiplier. And I had some little exposure to what the channel ecosystem was, more from a competitive standpoint, based on where I was when I was leading a sales team, there was a channel. And so we introduced that, we started working with some regional players, and we started integrating that into our go-to-market strategy. And effectively after six months at the cloud company, we took it to the executive team and the board and said, “Hey, I think this is what we need to do.” We partnered, Kristoff and I effectively partnered. We created our own business model within a business, if you will. And I think that's what's kind of allowed us to have the success that we're having coming up or at least kicking off this new venture two and a half years ago. – Love it. Kristoff, any interesting door-to-door experience? I mean, I'm a vacuum guy. I don't know if you guys have, you know, I always… – I think you know me too. I think we talked earlier and you teed that one right up. But no, like, just like Brandon, I think, you know, we were willing to do what we needed to, to learn the art of hard work and creativity. Yeah, we've both had plenty of door-to-door opportunities. To really grind, we've had some really unique creative opportunities in our career that took some critical thinking. But, you know, all of that led up to the fact that I think sales and just working with people was like really important to us. We wanted to help people solve problems. And, you know, I know we're gonna talk a little bit about our business in a bit, but I think being so integrated into sales gave us a unique perspective to help us be more effective for our customers today from a procurement and buying standpoint. I often say, I think the best defense lawyers once were prosecutors and vice versa, understanding, you know, the intricacies of the other side, you know, really, really well, allows us to, I think, serve our customers a lot more effectively. But yeah, I mean, to Brandon's point, when we got to this cloud provider, us realizing the power of the channel, and really what that force multiplier could do was, you know, a game changer. It was like an aha moment for me, for sure, because I had had zero exposure to the channel. And when we looked and we interviewed these, you know, previous sales reps for best practices and what's replicable and what can we do to be successful here, the reality was they weren't closing new logos. They weren't getting in front of new companies. And, you know, the channel gave Brandon and I that opportunity. – That company is a channel first company now, by the way. So clearly this strategy works. – I may be biased, but I think this is where the industry is going. It is funny though. I mean, it is funny as long as we've been doing this and as long as Telerus has been in existence, it's still fascinating to me how many people are just not familiar with the channel yet. And obviously we're all seeing the convergence of doing away with some of the direct sales and moving more headcount over to channel and supporting channel. But, you know, just when we think it's been in existence for a while, it's still, if you zoom out, it's still so early in some instances. – I think a lot of that's too with the, there's been a lot of focus on specific technologies over time. So just the simple fact that we're discussing, you know, MSP or MSSPs today, you know, that's kind of broadening out that scope, right? So, you know, I think it's only gonna get bigger and bigger like you mentioned. – All right, so we were talking about your business now. Tell everybody, fill us in, you guys have a cool go-to-market model and I love some of the focuses that you have on the technology side, but let everybody know what is Evoke? – Sure, well, first of all, Evoke stands for Enable, Validate, Optimize, Knowledge Transfer. And just like Chris just mentioned, essentially we wanted to take what we thought were how would a customer want to procure things? How would they want to run a process? How would they want to evaluate the market? How would they essentially want to ensure that they have a consistent buying experience that's productive and mitigates bad customer experiences coming out the backend? So we took those kind of four terms, if you will, layered that into what we thought would be the right customer engagement. We kind of trialed that, if you will, with a few anchor tenants, found out it was productive. And then we've replicated that now over the past three years. But, you know, who we are essentially, like Kristoff mentioned, we did a lot of time in sales. And the last thing we want to do is be a sales rep to our individual clients. We have really formed relationships with them now to be an extension of the team, to provide all that intellectual property to them that allows them to realize, oh, hey, there is a better way of doing this. Or potentially they're just getting exposure to a provider that they would have never even looked at because it's not in Gartner, or that doesn't come up on an SEO search, or whatever it might be. And I think that started to change that dynamic of like, oh, this is interesting, or this is advantage, or potentially this is just providing more value than what we were doing or how we were doing it in the past. So yeah, but we founded it three years ago. It's been going strong with groups like Telerus supporting us and enabling us. We've seen a lot of success and our clients have, you know, they're like, when can we be a reference? How can we help scale your business? What does this look like? And that's very rewarding. And it's something that, you know, most salespeople probably don't get to experience in that similar role, right? So yeah, it's been great. – Good point. So let's switch gears here. I wanna talk about, you know, firstChristoph how you learned about this technology, and then really maybe just let's weave that into the first deal. We're gonna get to a more recent deal as we move this on and kind of into the weeds and the intricacies of it. But talk to me about, you know, was it when you're at that cloud company, was it before that? I mean, what's your first exposure to this whole managed services landscape and talking about just that first deal? What was that like? – So I would say, you know, our experience working at hosting gave us immense insight into managed services in general and just understanding the criticality of what that offering ultimately does. You know, both from a provider perspective, but also more importantly from a customer's perspective. But, you know, back in, I don't know, call it 2012, 2011, 2012, you started seeing a massive shift from on-prem to the cloud, right? Like people realizing, hey, AWS is something. Azure is something. Private cloud and getting this out of our facility and into a data center that's redundant and supported. I mean, it's something we need to move towards, but not a lot of people knew how to do it. And, you know, we started meeting with just tons of customers that wanted help with that journey. They wanted ideas, they wanted a roadmap. They wanted to figure out how do we take this on-prem, you know, and move this into the cloud? And how can we, you know, get some of these mundane tasks of call it monitoring and patch management and antivirus and performing backups and the day-to-day care and feeding of the environment? How do we get this off our plate and free us up to focus on the core competencies of our business and, you know, what's really driving our company forward? And then secondly, how do we solve things like database management and database architecture and security services and some of the stuff that, frankly, they couldn't even find people, you know, to fill those roles. And so you have a system administrator that's potentially getting paid 100K a year, patching servers, you know, 75% of his time. And then the other 25% of his time moonlighting as like a security analyst or, you know, a database administrator, it just wasn't scalable. So I think when companies started realizing, hey, we need to get this stuff off-prem and we need to more importantly find a partner to co-manage this so we can create a RACI matrix that's clearly defined, hey, we want to continue to do these things at the application layer, but from the OS down, let's pass this off to a partner that we can depend on that can build a highly redundant, highly manageable, scalable infrastructure. And I think that's really when, you know, we first got exposure and it was just coming by the waves and it hasn't stopped today. By the way, companies are still, you know, we'll get into it, I'm sure a little bit later, but they're still looking for this more than ever. And then when I shift into kind of thinking about, you know, call it first deal, I won't probably get into the first deal, but I'll tell you about a deal that I think is super applicable to this conversation. So we're working, and this is, you know, as Evoke, this was post our days at hosting and we're working with a large university here in Colorado that, you know, unfortunately they were ransomware about four years ago. They ended up paying the ransom, you know, it was a really tough situation for them. And, you know, they looked at the problem and said, gosh, you know, we need to figure out a solution to help us, help make us more secure. And what they did, you know, for better or for worse, they started throwing technology at the problem. You know, they started looking at EDR solutions and ultimately they selected Carbon Black. They looked at, you know, different high profile security partners like Palo Alto, and they put, you know, architected their entire environment for Palo Alto. They incorporated, you know, email filtering. What they didn't really count on was the noise that all of those tools are gonna create. And those tools are great, they're great tools, but you can't solve issues necessarily just with tools. What you need is services, right? They had 2,500 endpoints. They had over 600 lab workstations across the university. They had over 200 VMs within their environment. And like I said, they were just getting noise, but really I think what they figured out after just, you know, years of trying to solve this with, you know, patching tools and technology into the problem, they realized we need a SIM, we need a security operations center that's staffed 24 seven that has multiple shifts. It's constantly looking at our logs, constantly looking at our alerts. And we need, you know, a true MDR solution. We need, and the R of that, you know, managed detection and response being the most critical aspect. We need a partner that can actually react on our behalf, can quarantine the environment, can be an extension of our team. By the way, I didn't mention it, but this university had one security officer. That's it. Yeah, nobody. So he's getting alert overload, alert fatigue. He hadn't looked at the alerts in, you know, over a year, just because it was just piling into his email. So for us to go out and really, you know, find a partner, help run a competitive process that, you know, not only did he get insight into what's available in the market, but, you know, by our process, I think he was able to make the right decision for his organization to really bring in a group that could act as an extension of his team and help deliver, you know, on his behalf. And I'll tell you, the other thing that I want to comment on is, you know, there's providers that exist out in the market today that have great technology. And they may struggle on services. They may be having service-related issues. And that technology is only as good as the services behind it. It doesn't matter if it's the best in the world, upper right corner of magic from a technology standpoint, unless the service and methodology and approach is sound, it really means nothing. – Yeah, you brought up a couple of good points in there. I want to go back to, I'm curious, you know, we always talk about, and I try to determine, are we in the middle of paradigm shifts? Did the paradigm shift already happen, right? In hindsight, we all, you know, we can see a little clearer when some of these things happen, you know, when the bull market started, when the bear market started, all of that. But if you think back to the hosting days and kind of that, let's call it a way, nine, 10, 11 timeframe. So you've got this, you know, AWS launching major product, right? Oh, six, oh, seven, kind of in that era, you've got the economic collapse of when people went, wait a minute, I used to buy all this stuff. I used to CapEx outlay it. Now I'm a little leery on that, you know, and, you know, there's the whole, when AWS comes out, now this is just for dev. It's never going to make it to prod. I mean, this is not the same uptime I can get in a data center. And don't get me wrong, there's places for gear in data center, I'm not disputing that. But I'm just kind of curious, is that, is that about that time where you really felt that wave of when things shifted and people started really taking this seriously and said, yeah, we got to look at this, we got to look at it. And it's just that inevitable wave that hasn't stopped. Did it start around that time as well for you? – I would say so, to a large extent, you know, back in those days, it's kind of like what security is today. People use these blanket terms security. And it's like, well, what does that actually mean? Like, let's unpack that. That's what, there's a ton of ways you can go about, you know, talking around security. And the same thing held true for cloud. I think back then they broadly said cloud. Of course, there's the concept of private cloud. There's on-prem, there's public cloud, meaning multi-tenant within a provider. And then there's true public cloud with the likes of Azure, AWS and Google. But I think a lot of people back then felt this unbelievable pressure to go to the hyperscalers, right? To go look at AWS, to go into Azure, because that was the flashy lights. Those were the things that were in the news. That was what the trades were saying that the next big wave is. And it's not wrong for certain applications. If you're, that's why startups are, were perfect for AWS and Azure and that, because they actually architected their applications in the hyperscaler cloud. And largely to a certain extent for the scalability of those. But, you know, what we saw was a mad rush to AWS and Azure and then a pullback, you know, back into, you know, private cloud and realizing like, look DevOps may not be for everybody. It may, you know, there's applications that are fairly predictable and have static workloads that still need, you know, a certain amount of, you know, managed services and support. But, you know, not everything needs, you know, there's not one size fits all for all of those environments. But I would say, you know, it was about that time, to your point that, you know, we really started having those conversations and seeing that shift. – Yeah. Good point. – I was going to say, yeah. I mean, I think economic pressure always plays a role in a lot of technology transformations across enterprises. I mean, even now we see large enterprises looking to go to more back to the old school approach of bare metal services, right? Like there's a lot of different use cases for that. I mean, I don't know if that'll be widely adopted, but there's supply chain issues and economic pressures. So, you know, those two things are driving a behavior, just like in cybersecurity, we have insurance policies and rates going up. It's driving a behavior. It's having specific impact. Back then it was co-location, half X expenses, transitioning to an OpEx, focusing on EBITDA, you know, all of those different things play into what enterprises make as decisions, right? And so I think as long as we're staying on top of those market trends and understanding what's taking place, not only in the technology spectrum, but holistically, you know, that helps ensure that customers make better decisions. – Yeah. Good point. So I want to talk about relationships. You know, as you look at this, right? All of our partners have started out in different places, in different skill sets, in different technologies. Some started in cloud and then went to network. Some started in network and then went into, you know, all the other things. So I'm always kind of curious. I mean, you guys kind of brought it up a little bit earlier, but maybe,Christoph I'm kind of curious about, you know, when you start having these strategic conversations, when the wall is down, right? When the customer really feels like you're an extension of their team, what does that do for the relationship with the customer when you're covering all these things? – So I think it's critical. And, you know, Brandon and I have been very passionate about this topic for a long time. You know, we truly believe that if you go solve the mission critical objectives for an organization, or you help solve, you know, a bridge towards securing applications, keeping applications available, helping with, you know, the great resignation is a real thing. People are leaving companies. People are having a hard time finding people. People are having a hard time keeping people. You go solve mission critical objectives for organizations, you get everything, right? Like the floodgates open, you gain their trust, you gain almost everything that you could possibly want out of that relationship. So, you know, we typically are passionate about wanting to focus on the cloud and security piece of the business as a primary objective. It's always something that, you know, we get into with customers is tell me about your team, tell me about your skillsets, tell me about, you know, what you guys are trying to accomplish, tell me about the gaps that you may have across your organization. And as we start to understand like, where is there pain coming from? Where are they looking to improve organizationally? And we can start helping to identify areas and unbelievable providers that can come in as an extension. It truly does help secure and build that relationship, but it's not a one deal close type of situation. But the reality for a lot of these companies is, you know, the days of going to like an IBM and expecting to get everything under one roof is dead. Like instead, you know, there's laser focused, really good providers that exist out in the market today that are really good at one or two things. And it's important for Brandon and I to know who those guys are. And being able to partner with a company like Telerus and you know, your great engineering team, it's just been hugely advantageous to us because we can get insight into, okay, what are these other hundred customers across the US experiencing from these providers? Have they been happy ending? Have they been happy stories? Have they been, you know, hey, they said all the right things at the beginning throughout the sales process, but then, you know, it was a disaster. You know, once we got into the door, that's hugely important for Brandon and I to know what we're getting our customers into. It's just like when I go, it's not a perfect analogy, but when I go car shopping, you know, every three, four years, it's unbelievable the technology that has changed, you know, and is available. I don't know. So I have to really just rely on the sales guy who's telling me that, and that's not necessarily fair. So to have a guy that's all they're doing is analyzing the industry and the market and ranking and scoring providers, it's super important for us to give that same insight to a CIO who also doesn't have the time over more than three or four or five years of analyzing. What's new? What's different? What should I be aware of? So yeah, relationships are huge, but most importantly, it's, you know, solving those mission critical issues, I think gains that trust immensely. – Good point. Brandon, I want to come back to you. I want to talk about challenges. You know, I think we're painting a really good picture here of there's a lot of value that we add, right? When we come in, when you guys come in, and you know, you're helping the CIO build something, build something, build something, and then this CIO might bounce and the company loses him, you know, you got great value in that from, you've helped him, you've helped establish yourself at the last company. Now he's leaning on you going, what's the new latest? What's the greatest tech that I should know? So certainly like these things take time to grow and to grow some of these relationships. I'm curious with what you've been through from a challenges perspective, what are the difficult parts of these conversations? – So we've gone through that. I'm sure, you know, most people have where the CIO or the executive IT person leaves, or you just end up having to get, go work with another individual. So potentially put in all that effort. You know, one thing that we've realized is you learn the most about an organization by running a process. And so that's probably the most challenging thing, especially if someone new steps in. So I'll take that as a secondary part of kind of like, what are the challenges that we see, right? So I think the biggest challenge, especially if you're focusing on mission critical workloads or whatever is probably the most pertinent or complex to the business, is actually establishing what do they have in place today? Usually it's a barrage of things over the last decade that maybe somebody's still just paying a bill, et cetera. So you have to establish that baseline, understand the expectations and needs of what's going forward and then being able to provide some thought leadership around all of that. You know, that's a very challenging process, right? And especially depending on if you have a non-technical executive, that can make it more challenging. If you have somebody who inherited just a number of different things, now you're picking through, you know, it's like, you know, you're just having to dive so deep into something that potentially they don't have access to, they don't have information from, and then it leans into the providers, right? So now where we have to take it a step farther and a lot of times those groups don't have, you know, run books set up, they don't have any kind of scripts put into place, they don't have any kind of, you know, diagrams or Visios or architecture references or security references, anything, right? It's just, essentially they were sold a product at some point, it's been potentially implemented, they're paying a bill and now it's, you know, it can be our job to figure out, well, we need to make sure that we check that box because you're either using it, not using it, or how is it applicable to the business, right? And that's where when you start trying to wrap that back into thought leadership and providing, okay, well, we need to go down that path of leaning on the different engineers across Telarus or the providers or whatever it may look like to come up with a holistic solution that actually solves everything that they have if they need it, in addition to what's needed or expected, and then providing like, well, maybe we can consolidate or rebind or evolve all of those things into the next level of, you know, where market trends are going or what's taking place in an overall environment. And that's by far the biggest challenge. And I mean, you know, I think everybody probably experiences that and, you know, that kind of leans back into the relationship piece that we just discussed where if you run that process with someone and you come out the backend where they're like, thank you, then you know you did your job, right? And you're probably gonna get another opportunity. And that's our whole objective is we wanna do our very best because then they're gonna give us that next opportunity. If we do that, we get the next project. We get the next opportunity. If they move to another business, we get a follow them there. And so that's been very rewarding from that perspective. – You know, it's funny. We talked in the beginning about this whole channel thing where we feel like we've been doing it a while, but you know, you bring up a good point that reminds me that I think the last people to really hear about and understand this channel are the customers. Well, they don't care, right? Why would they? But once they understand it, it's, wow, I didn't know this existed and this is amazing. Please help me. So it's been really cool to your point to see a lot of these go from, hey, I don't know who you are. I think I'm pretty cool working some of these, you know, these technologies myself. I don't really understand quite where you can help me. You know, are you a middleman? And when they take that to, you know, to your point, let us run a process. Let us help you with some of these mission critical workloads and applications, thinking through things that they hadn't thought through. There are sometimes those aha moments of you take it from, I didn't need you to, I can't live without you. Please look at this next project that we have coming in six months, 12 months. But, you know, I've seen three, four years out, some of these crazy things and that, that to your point, that's the aha moment. I think when you know that you're looped into that process, that's the click factor, but sometimes it takes time. And, you know, in these enterprise deals too, I think we talked about getting flat footed when some of these CIOs or whatever leave, it just underscores, geez, now I got to know procurement. Now I got to know tech. Now I got to know business leader. You just constantly trying to make sure that you know, all the right people in the account. And out of your point, it just takes time. – You summed up exactly what we just discussed, right? I mean, I think we have a very large client here in Denver. So I think eight or 9,000 employees and it was that exact same process, right? It was, you know, I don't really understand it or what it, you know, what value is this really going to bring in? Essentially, we just let us run our process. And if you see value at the end of it, fantastic. And if you don't, you know, we'll part ways. And- – I love the takeaway approach. That's like, it's one of my favorites. Cause it's just here, here it is. Look, we're so confident that this is going to work. It doesn't all go- – We've had other organizations, they realize how much time, effort, data, things that we bring to the table that they paid us for these engagements, right? So there is real value. There is, you know, a real model here. And I do think that the more that you run strategic processes and not just a, you know, a transactional, likeChristoph said, it's not just, you're not just going and selling something and then moving on to the next new logo, right? We're, we truly are getting entrenched into that organization and becoming an extension of their team. So- – So let's talk, Brandon, let's talk an example here. What I like to get into this part of it really is, let's talk about, you know, what kind of environment you walked into. And what I really liked to hear is, was it really what you were told it would be or what you thought it would be? When you really got into it, what did you find? What was the problem? What was the technology? And then ultimately what was the problem that you solved? How did you do it? What kind of tech did you put in? And you know, what was the outcome of all that? – Sure. Well, we can talk about, let's see, here's a good example. We talk about relationships, things of that nature. I had a really good friend who I went to CrossFit with. You know, he was in IT, never worked with him when he was in IT and I was on the sales side. When he landed as a COO at this new organization, you know, I reached out to him and said, “Hey, this is what I'm doing.” And he kind of had the same of their conversations. He's like, “You know, I've worked with guys like you before. “Or, you know, I've worked with a big bar “or something of that nature.” And I was like, “Let's just run a process. “Let's do some evaluations. “Let's see if it proves out value. “If it doesn't, you know, we'll go from there.” So he made an introduction to the director of IT who's essentially the person that I needed to work with. Once we got into it, he was very apprehensive as well. He was like, “Well, why do we need “to evaluate these things? “I already did this two years ago “and we found all these different problems, right?” And so, like Christoph mentioned earlier, we start at the cloud and cybersecurity. That's kind of where we start. This is where our focus is. First of all, the differentiates us in the market. Second of all, I don't think a lot of people are kind of leading with those conversations. And so he said, “That's fine. “Like, we could go through this exercise.” I mean, I think he thought he already had this buttoned up, right? So they were in Colo. They're a SaaS company. They've had outages. They had security vulnerabilities. They have a small IT team. They essentially have no care and feeding of that environment. Or if they do, they're focusing a big portion of their time during that time on it when they can't focus on growing the SaaS company, right? There's just a plethora of challenges that they were seeing. And then cost was a big factor. And essentially, because he went out to market and he doesn't know what fair market values are and a lot of the times when you get that first quote or depending on what provider you go to or what specifically if you didn't establish that baseline really well, like you can't just go get a snapshot of vCenter and take it out to market. That's not a good process, right? So once we kind of peeled back the onion and we understood all the different dynamics that go into it, you know, he said, “Okay, well, I think you can definitely drive this “to more of a private cloud environment. “They're more cost economic from that perspective “than go into a public cloud. “Plus you need an extension of your team “based on your team size and all these things.” And so we started extrapolating that and figuring out which workloads need to be highly available, have DR associated with them because of different compliance agreements and things that are in place. So they still kept something in Colo, actually. They have one or two racks now from what they currently had, but they moved the other 89 servers into a cloud environment and started leveraging a major service provider that's part of the Telarus ecosystem. They're a phenomenal group. We've had great success with them. And, you know, at the end of the day, it's very transformational from a couple things, at least from an executive perspective. Now they don't have reputation. Some of their clients are very large clients, you know, household names, if you will. So no more outages, right? They're highly available. It's transformed their reputation from that perspective. They've actually layered on that some of their talk tracks about how this technology enables their end clients, right? So they sell a SaaS platform. It's a POS. Their consumers are buying it. This is how you can scale. This is how we can make the overall buying experience for your clients better, right? So, you know, all of these things have truly transitioned their business from IT being a cost center to IT providing value to their overall organization and their inclines, right? So I would say that's where we get excited about transformational. Usually it's not flipping, you know, from one sin to a different sin. That's not usually a transformational change. It's how is it enabling or driving that business forward? And there's a lot of other use cases or applicable things that probably came out of that deal, but I would say that's a good high level.Christoph were you gonna mention something? – No, nothing other than, you know, I think that was a really good example of, you know, a small IT team that needed help, needed direction, needed Brandon's guidance. You know, they hadn't gone out to market and looked at this for years. And so, you know, having Brandon as an extension, I think it was eyeopening around what is evolved in the market, what's available to them. And yeah, it was just a really fun project to see and be a part of. – It is always interesting when you, you know, from an engineering perspective, we always go in and say, what do you need? What do you need it to do? What's the problem that it needs to solve? And then when we ask that question of, okay, but if you could do this, if you could evolve your application, if you could go do this, your competitors are doing this, if you could do something like that or, you know, have a leg up, would that be game changing for you? And I think you get them to think differently because sometimes they just think, I'm just never gonna get to that, or I don't know that it's possible. Or to your point, you know, we looked at it two years ago and it wasn't possible. How much changes in this industry in two years, right? With all of the tech and everything flooding into here. So yeah, I love hearing a good transformational story because yeah, you brought it up and you nailed it where IT's not a cost center, right? IT has the power to change the business and change the company. So awesome story. – Yeah. – All right,Christoph I need you to wrap us up, take us home, man. I want to hear, you know, if I'm a partner that's listening to this and maybe I haven't ventured as deep into cloud or into security, and we talked about kind of where you started, we talked about some of the difficulties that you guys have been through in these conversations, but maybe just talk to me about people that aren't comfortable with this or haven't stepped into it. What's your advice? What are you recommending in that, right? Because not just for now, but as this continues to evolve in the future. – Sure. Yeah, I mean, honestly, I think I'd take a step back and come to the realization that this isn't that complicated, right? Like don't get too caught up in the technology. Don't learn about every single EDR solution or every single cloud solution or every single infrastructure solution. Just have conversations with the business team and leaders within an organization. Get to know their team, get to know, I said this earlier, but I mean, I think it's a super important point. Get to know what are the skill sets? How big is the team? You know, where are the gaps that you have, whether it's infrastructure, security, network, you know, database, it doesn't matter. Just get to know like, where are the gaps? I mentioned it earlier, but this idea of the great resignation, this thing is real. Like people are struggling to find people. And do you know where most of these people are? They're at providers and they're at providers because they're super smart. Not that, you know, the people down in the trenches aren't, but they're really good, highly skilled professionals that want to work with hundreds of different customers and have unique challenges every single day to solve. They're not working for one company. And because those guys are typically getting kind of bored. And so get to know the company, get to know their challenges, understand, you know, what are they looking to accomplish? Where are they looking to go? What are their core competencies? And how can you bring solutions and ideas to the table that free them up to focus on those core competencies? You know, that's really it. Talk about the business. Get to know what their ideal outcomes are and generally positive, good opportunities of ways that you can assist, you know, come right out of that. And lastly, I'm preaching to the choir, but lean into Telarus, right? Like get to know the team, get to know the channel managers, get to know the engineering team. You know, we greatly appreciate the support that, you know, you folks have brought to us as an extension of our team. You know, we can't be experts on every single technology. We can't be experts on every single conversation. And just knowing that, you know, we can bounce ideas off you. You don't even have to be on every customer call or any customer calls for that matter. But just being a soundboard to us, as we work through just different, you know, talk tracks internally, you know, we just want to say, we're grateful to, you know, you and your team, Josh, you guys have been great. And yeah, that's my very basic advice for somebody to just dive in. – I love it. You brought up a good point. I was reading a stat last night that makes this a math problem, right? That the title of this podcast is how in the world are we going to ever solve for this whole talent shortage in tech and, you know, starting before the great resignation, now it's just gotten ultimately so much worse. But from a security perspective, right? We talk about the great security certification, the CISSP, of it gives us a great holistic view on how security impacts the business. It's not just technology. It focuses on all these different domains. There are roughly 90 to 100,000 certified CISSPs in the United States. And there are 20 to 30,000 job openings that require a CISSP. Now I'm not a math expert here, but to your point where that talent is, we know where that talent is, and it's at that supplier side. You guys are dead on. I think you guys are out there. You're crushing it, recognizing that this is where the talent is. And you guys have done a phenomenal job of mapping all that and appreciate the kind words. Just appreciate the opportunity to work with you guys. So no, it's been awesome and we're excited to continue with this go. So Christoph I appreciate you bringing us home and thanks so much for coming on today, man. – Josh, thanks for having us. We had a great time and look forward to doing this again in the future. – Brandon, you as well, appreciate you coming on. Thanks. I know you guys got a lot going on. So thanks again for spending time with me, man. – Hey, Josh. – Okay. All right, everybody, that wraps us up. I'm your host, Josh Lupresto, SVP of Sales Engineering at Telarus and this is Next Level BizTech.

This Sunday as we kick off a four week series on Advent, exploring what it means to trust the promises of God as we await his return.

THIS WEEK's BIRDS: from Cabo Verde: Antonio Sanches; Tchiss Lopes; Bana; post-bop from Larry Young; Jaki Byard; new archival release of Infinite Sound; from Mali Ami Koïta; vocal work from Cory Smythe; Tembang Sunda from Likungan Seni Malati Ida; Gamelan "Gong Kebyar" from Bali; Sundanese pop from Detty Kurnia; Ahmed Hamza and Ali Riahi (from Tunisia); Jason Stein, Raleigh Dailey & Tim Daisy; new music from Aly Eissa et al.;  much more!!!!   Catch the BIRDS live on Friday nights, 9:00pm-MIDNIGHT (EST), in Central New York on WRFI: 88.1FM Ithaca, 89.7FM Odessa, 91.9FM WINO Watkins Glen. and WORLDWIDE online at WRFI.ORG. 24/7 at via PODBEAN: https://conferenceofthebirds.podbean.com/ via iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conference-of-the-birds-podcast/id478688580 Also available at podomatic, Internet Archive, podtail, iheart Radio, and elsewhere. Always FREE of charge to listen to the radio program and free also to stream, download, and subscribe to the podcast online: PLAYLIST at SPINITRON: https://spinitron.com/WRFI/pl/18007278/Conference-of-the-Birds and via the Conference of the Birds page at WRFI.ORG https://www.wrfi.org/wrfiprograms/conferenceofthebirds/  Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/conferenceofthebirds/?ref=bookmarks FIND WRFI on Radio Garden: http://radio.garden/visit/ithaca-ny/aqh8OGBR Contact: confbirds@gmail.com  

Jason shares how to use a Google Business Profile so it can help grow your private practice and build your search engine optimization. Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode37 Jason's Website: wellnessrenegades.com Jason's Google Business Profile Service: kayladas.com/jasonsteinservice Free Boosting Business Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity Designer Practice Digital Template Shop: designerpractice.etsy.com Credits & Disclaimers Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.

Join us this week as we explore the story of Jesus washing his disciple's feet. In this story of sacrificial service, Jesus models for us five elements of what it looks like to practice discipleship personally and corporately.

Support us on Patreon! Patrons have access to the NOTLP Discord Server, weekly virtual meetups with the hosts, ad free episodes and tons of other great content. Hey kiddies! Amy and Freddy have a special treat for you tricks. We're joined by Jason Stein of the Dads from the Crypt podcast for discussion of the top 10 episodes of HBO's Tales from the Crypt! This podcast is brought to you by the Legion of Demons at patreon.com/notlp. Join the Legion to for an ad free experience and more stuff! Patreon.com/notlp!   Our Beelzebub tier producers are: Alise Kombrinck Ernest Perez Jeremy, Cassie & Gamora Burmeister Jeff L Iona Goodwin Branan & Emily Intravia-Whitehead Bill Chandler Blayne Turner Monica Martinson Paul Gauthier Brian Krause Alyssa Boehm Dave Siebert Joe Juvland Dustin Chisam “Monster Movies (with My Friends)” was written and performed by Kelley Kombrinck. It was recorded and mixed by Freddy Morris. Night of the Living Podcast's chief contributors are:  Andy Hung Kelley Kombrinck  Amy Morris Freddy Morris The podcast is produced and engineered by Amy & Freddy Morris.  Night of the Living Podcast Social Media:      facebook.com/notlp twitter.com/notlp instagram.com/nightofthelivingpodcast youtube.com/notlpcrew Connect with other listeners in the Facebook Group or on Reddit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/notlp https://www.reddit.com/r/NOTLPodcast

Discover how a passionate acupuncturist turned business consultant helps wellness providers overcome money challenges and achieve financial stability, all while balancing their work and personal lives. If you don't figure out the money end of things, things can get really challenging. And there's a lot of burnout in this field for people that are afraid to raise their prices or are paying too much in rent... - Jason Stein In this episode, you will be able to: - Unlock diverse financial management challenges that wellness providers come across, learning effective strategies to conquer them. - Absorb viable and constructive marketing strategies for wellness providers, with a spotlight on utilizing Google Business Profiles. - Perceive the vital element of balance between professional and personal life for wellness providers; and how to avert the risk of burnout. - Delve into the use of modern technology to widen horizons and spawn opportunities for wellness providers. And more! Today I'm joined by Jason Stein, an acupuncturist who started his journey almost two decades ago. What makes Jason exceptional is his inherent ability to adapt and grow - leading him from practicing acupuncture to consulting and coaching other wellness providers on business practices. His dedication to his craft is evident while running a wellness retreat center alongside his wife. Jason's entrepreneurial spirit shines through all his endeavors, from running his center to his work with Wellness Renegades. Get all the links, resources, and show notes here: https://wellnesscentercreators.com Sponsored by Jane App, Jane offers online booking, charting, scheduling, secure video and invoicing on one secure, beautifully designed system: https://jane.app/ Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it!

Discover how a passionate acupuncturist turned business consultant helps wellness providers overcome money challenges and achieve financial stability, all while balancing their work and personal lives. If you don't figure out the money end of things, things can get really challenging. And there's a lot of burnout in this field for people that are afraid to raise their prices or are paying too much in rent... - Jason Stein In this episode, you will be able to: - Unlock diverse financial management challenges that wellness providers come across, learning effective strategies to conquer them. - Absorb viable and constructive marketing strategies for wellness providers, with a spotlight on utilizing Google Business Profiles. - Perceive the vital element of balance between professional and personal life for wellness providers; and how to avert the risk of burnout. - Delve into the use of modern technology to widen horizons and spawn opportunities for wellness providers. And more! Today I'm joined by Jason Stein, an acupuncturist who started his journey almost two decades ago. What makes Jason exceptional is his inherent ability to adapt and grow - leading him from practicing acupuncture to consulting and coaching other wellness providers on business practices. His dedication to his craft is evident while running a wellness retreat center alongside his wife. Jason's entrepreneurial spirit shines through all his endeavors, from running his center to his work with Wellness Renegades. Get all the links, resources, and show notes here: https://wellnesscentercreators.com Sponsored by Jane App, Jane offers online booking, charting, scheduling, secure video and invoicing on one secure, beautifully designed system: https://jane.app/ Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it!Get all the links, resources and show notes here: https://wellnesscentercreators.comSponsored by Jane App, Jane offers online booking, charting, scheduling, secure video and invoicing on one secure, beautifully designed system: https://jane.app/ Use code wellness1mo for a one-month grace period on your new Jane account.

Featured Movie Reviews: Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Leprechaun 3: In Vegas [Wikipedia] [IMDb] SPECIAL GUEST: Jason Stein (@Beard81Dad), Dads from the Crypt (@CryptDads) SHOWNOTES: On a very special episode of Collateral Cinema: Director's Cut!, Beau and Robert are joined by Jason from Dads from the Crypt for a pair of reviews we've been anticipating for some time now, which we're calling... "Slashers in the Big City"! Long-time listeners might remember our "Slashers in Space" episode on the Director's Cut!, where we discussed Leprechaun 4: In Space and Jason X, and ever since then, we've wanted to cover Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan and Leprechaun 3 in a sequel. Well, we're finally here, so come hang out with us in the big city! Collateral Cinema: Director's Cut! is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. We are also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Also, look for us on Patreon, and become a patron at our $1 and $5 levels! Dads from the Crypt: A Tale from the Crypt Podcast is on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Check them out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Also, look for them on Patreon! (Collateral Cinema is a Collateral Media Podcast. Intro song is a license-free beat. All music and movie clips are owned by their respective creators and are used for educational purposes only. Please don't sue us; we're poor!)

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Learn more about creating your own internal company podcast Sign up for The Automotive Leaders Letter Episode 101 is here, and we're diving deep into a compelling journey through the heart of the auto industry's transformation. Buckle up as we explore how legacy companies are reimagining themselves in the face of rapid change.In Episode 100, we sat down with industry veterans John McElroy and Jason Stein, to examine the auto industry's leadership and culture. Now, it's time to shift our focus towards the future—toward transformation. While the term "transformation" might seem like a ubiquitous buzzword, the present episode promises a fresh outlook. We're not just talking about change; we're uncovering the essential elements that propel legendary auto companies into the future.Remember the Blockbuster and Netflix tale? Think of it as a cautionary tale for our beloved industry. How can century-old giants like Goodyear and Ford shift their thinking to harness the power of startups? We delve into the success story of Mach49 and Goodyear's transformation journey, revealing how they're nurturing innovation and embracing the startup mindset.And here's a hint: It's not just about splitting businesses or making structural changes. It's about a cultural revolution that brings innovation to the forefront.Linda Yates, CEO of Mach49, lays out the path to success in her book, "The Unicorn Within," unveiling how legacy giants can tap into the magic of startups and innovation. It's a blueprint for reinvention—a guide to unleashing the true potential of auto industry leaders.But the real magic lies in understanding how Tesla's "all design in one room" philosophy can break down the silos that have held us back. It's time to ignite a startup mentality and forge new paths.So, rev up your curiosity and join us on this riveting journey of transformation and innovation. Click the play button and hear the auto industry's evolution from the inside out.Get ready to shift gears and embrace the future. Because, as we'll uncover, the road less traveled is where the true revolution begins.Themes discussed in this episode:Transformation in the Auto IndustryStartup Mentality and Culture shiftLessons from Goodyear and Mach49Nurturing innovation and embracing startupsOvercoming Silos and Nurturing InnovationImportance of fostering an authentic leadership approach

Sign up for The Automotive Leaders Letter Learn more about creating your own internal company podcast Watch the Full Video on YouTube - click hereIf you want to understand the cultural shift the automotive industry is going through right now, you need to look back to the year 1905.“Get ready,” warns John McElroy, the influential journalist, and commentator who created “Autoline Daily,” the auto industry's first news and analysis webcast. “This industry is going to see more change in the next seven years — taking us to the end of this decade — than we've seen in the last 100 years.” How fitting, then, that John — along with SiriusXM host and Flat Six Media CEO Jason Stein — joins this special episode of the Automotive Leaders Podcast to talk about the trends that are about to tear up long-held industry beliefs. Jason, who is the former publisher of Automotive News, highlights how Toyota's Akio Toyoda's 100-year vision is a shining example of the kind of foresight and determination the industry needs to prepare for and face these oncoming challenges.Discussing the kind of authentic leadership the automotive industry needs, we hear wisdom from a range of top auto and business leaders, including former Campbell's CEO Doug Conant, HEVO CEO Jeremy McCool, “Godfather of EV” and former Aston Martin CEO Dr. Andy Palmer, and Volkswagen North America's CSMO Andrew Savvas.Tune in to this very special 100th episode of the Automotive Leaders Podcast as Jan sits down with John and Jason to talk about the change the automotive industry is about to undergo. Be sure to listen to the very end of the episode when the guests get personal — and to hear why Jan thinks the automotive world needs more leaders like Ted Lasso.Themes discussed on this episode: The challenge of creating long-running podcasts and build a faithful listenership (with stats to back it up)The importance of servant leadership in a time of monumental industry changeThe uphill battle of changing a century's worth of business processesThe nature of EVs and what OEMs need to do to stay ahead of the gameHow company culture is trickle-down, starting with the boardWhy culture can't change if purchasing and supply chain executives are measured by bottom-line cost resultsWhat the new generation of authentic leaders really need to embody to get themselves etched into the automotive Mount RushmoreWhy there'll be more change over the next seven years than there has been in the last centuryFeatured Guest: John McElroyWhat he does: Journalist, lecturer, commentator, and entrepreneur, John is the influential thought leader in the automotive industry. He created “Autoline Daily,” the first industry webcast of automotive industry news and analysis. With a deep knowledge of the industry, John talks about its many facets, and remains unrivaled in his dissection of its inner workings.On leadership:

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Two special guests, one big day, all while noting our favorite moments from the cinematic styled network TV program known only as THE WEST WING!   Is it more brilliant than some politicians give it credit for or is it much like Law & Order/The Daily Show where it's summing up the interesting stuff and justifying its shortcuts in the name of entertainment? Or does everyone just need to shut up and enjoy what it does do right? Find out tonight!

We are continuing our new series in the book of Ezra. Here at The Well we believe God's Kingdom is not built on the talents of a few, but the sacrifices of many. As the people of God, what does it look like for us to have this heart posture and to be used for the Kingdom of God? Join us as we dive into this book together.

Today's Connected features Jason Stein, CEO and owner of Flat Six Media. Jason was previously the editor for Automotive News and has had a hand in every part of the automotive industry. Because of his expertise in the industry, the conversation dives into some unique areas that make for a interesting episode!

We continue in our Song of Songs series, this week focusing on deepening our relationships. The reality is you never arrive in your relationships and friendships. There is always more depth and intimacy to be had. Let's learn how to be intentional in our relationships and friendships and with the Lord. Join us as we continue our series!

Welcome! This week I'm talking with my friend, acupuncturist and business coach, Jason Stein. Jason runs a private practice in Joseph, Oregon, and has a wide range of business and coaching experience in the last 25 years.Shortly after acupuncture school, he helped set up one of the first integrative medicine clinics in a Western hospital. He taught business classes at Oregon College of Oriental Medicine for over a decade. And he's offered both group and one-on-one coaching for many years. Jason's goal is to help fellow acupuncturists grow their practices while thinking outside the box about what that might look like and how to achieve it.I always appreciate that he gently challenges his clients to get honest about what they want, so that they can build a practice that supports that vision. Jason also has tons of practical marketing ideas to help you get visible in your community.I hope this fun conversation makes you think about what you need your acupuncture practice and marketing to look like in order to help you feel aligned, low-stress, and still meet your goals!In this episode, we talk about:How to optimize your Google Business profile to rank higher in a Google searchJason's decision to build a wellness center from the group up during the pandemic while living in a tiny house with his familyTips to avoid burnout in your practiceTips for introverts to feel comfortable and welcome at networking eventsMarketing as trust building and why this mattersWhy it's probably time to raise your ratesAnd much moreSHOW NOTES:Jason's website: WellnessRenegades.comGoogle Business Profile Review with JasonFollow Jason on Instagram: @WellnessRenegadesFollow Jason on FacebookConnect with Jason on LinkedInThe Wellness Renegade PodcastSupport the show

Jason Stein from Wisconsin Policy Forum joins to discuss funding for Wisconsin's natural resources. Then we talk to Laura Packard from Courage for America - an accountability campaign speaking out against MAGA extremists' agenda. She is fresh off of their nationwide "Back Off Our Benefits" bus tour including a stop in La Crosse on April 15th. Guests: Greg Bach, Jason Stein

Here at the Well we don't find community, we fight for community. Join us this week as we explore from Acts 2 what it means to be devoted to Jesus and one another in community.

As followers of Jesus we never “graduate” from the gospel, but need to be reminded regularly of what Christ accomplished and fulfilled on the cross and live out of the realities of gospel in our daily lives.

This week's case is sure to get your blood pumping when Jason Stein (“Dads From the Crypt” Podcast) calls director Gilbert Adler to the stand to testify against his own movie, 1996's “Tales from the Crypt Presents: Bordello of Blood.” *** Prosecutor: Jason Stein. Defense: Maynard Bangs. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Special Guest Witness: Gilbert Adler. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden.

The body’s on the slab now. Let’s do the post mortem. This past Saturday, our little Podcast held a benefit for the Motion Picture Home – the MPTF. They’re a great organization that takes care of film folk in need. We performed a live table read of “Dead Easy“. That’s the “Crypt” film we never […]

Bonus episode.Jan Griffiths and Jason Stein sit down behind the mic. and share their perspectives on the OESA supplier conference 2022.Auto Supply Chain ProphetsFlat Six MediaCars & CultureOESA Insiders podcastDownload the 21 traits of authentic leadership e book

The auto industry continues to face a rise in electric vehicles, shortages in labor and speculation over the future of dealership relevancy as direct-to-consumer manufacturers like Tesla impact traditional sales processes. Today's guest, Jason Stein, is well-positioned to discuss these trends and others impacting dealers, and spotlight what they can be excited (yes, excited!) about over the next few years. A legend in the automotive industry, Jason Stein's career in journalism has lasted more than 25 years and spanned the globe. He's lived in Munich, Germany as a reporter and publisher, attended auto shows in cities like Beijing and Shanghai, and contributed to national and international radio programs and various speaking engagements. He led industry-known Automotive News in various capacities – as reporter and publisher of Automotive News Europe, to publisher of Detroit-based Automotive News from 2013 until August 2021. Currently Jason is the Owner & CEO of Flat Six Media, a media services and broadcasting platform, and the host of SiriusXM's radio show, “Cars & Culture with Jason Stein,” which has featured celebrity guests like Mark Wahlberg, Jay Leno and Formula 1 CEO, Stefano Domenicali. In this episode you'll hear: • How cars unite the world and why people experience emotional connections to vehicles • How those emotional connections indicate that the traditional dealership model is still relevant • Why dealers should not let the Teslas of the world cloud their growth goals • Speculation over where consumers will gravitate in the future as it relates to powertrains • Dialogue over whether there is a correct way for OEMs to approach EVs as a business model • The importance of continuous learning for dealers to stay relevant as the industry changes and more For more about Jason, visit his LinkedIn profile. Like this episode? Check out JM&A Insider for more content like this.

Welcome back! I've been on a bit of a hiatus, as you know, but interviews with fellow acupuncturists and marketing experts are on their way in November! Stay tuned.This week I'm sharing why I teach marketing, about the person who taught and inspired me, whether I have any formal education in marketing, and more. I say it all the time - I love marketing, and I love teaching it to fellow acupuncturists. BUT I don't often talk about the background behind it.  I'm also sharing a story about one patient who didn't want to pay me for continued acupuncture treatments, but offered me a deal on something else instead. The stories are related, I promise. Before we dive in, don't forget that Acupuncture Marketing School is on sale this week for $200 off! Plus anyone who enrolls this week gets free access to the new Patient Boost Bonus training. Use code PATIENTBOOST to save! The discount code expires at midnight on Monday, Oct. 31st. SHOW NOTES:- Acupuncture Marketing School [15 NCCAOM PDA credits] - Use code PATIENTBOOST to save $200 this week- The Patient Boost Bonus - Free enrollment if you sign up for Acu Marketing School this week!- Jason Stein's acupuncture practice management podcast, Wellness RenegadesSupport the show

Policy decisions made today impact the future of Wisconsin agriculture. Dairy Stream host Mike Austin visited with Jason Stein, research director at the Wisconsin Policy Forum, about the rural roads and the transportation budget, workforce development, taxes, broadband and key themes in the next state budget. Thank you to Compeer Financial for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about the Dairy Strong conference Jan. 18-19 here, discount registration ends Nov. 1. This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C. 

Links:Database: https://www.patreon.com/posts/46218140Jake Anderson (@NFLdrafttalker) made most of my graphicsZac Reed (@tacitassassin13) made the intro and some of the background musicGabe Geering (@FFmanbun) made the "Chicken or Crow" theme song for @dynastycrossroads You can support pahowdy and find more content in the places and links below…if you, like, want to, or somethingThe third of a series of guests enter the crossroads, Jason Stein of many fantasy sites (@_JasonStein)Guest episodes deserve throwback intro music, legggoooo

Links:Database: https://www.patreon.com/posts/46218140Jake Anderson (@NFLdrafttalker) made most of my graphicsZac Reed (@tacitassassin13) made the intro and some of the background musicGabe Geering (@FFmanbun) made the "Chicken or Crow" theme song for @dynastycrossroads You can support pahowdy and find more content in the places and links below…if you, like, want to, or somethingThe third of a series of guests enter the crossroads, Jason Stein of many fantasy sites (@_JasonStein)Guest episodes deserve throwback intro music, legggoooo

From the outside looking in, auto is a curious industry.Whether it's the dealership dialect of tech and service or that dealers bring home a variety of makes and models, retail auto is unique. And once you're in and you've caught the bug, it stays with you. That's the story of Jason Stein. He traces his journey from newspaperman to Automotive New Retail Forum to where he is today at Flat Six Media. And along the way, he shares insights about the reputation of the industry and the speed of change that it's experiencing.What we talk about in this episode:0:00 Intro with Michael Cirillo, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier.4:17 Jason worked as a sports writer in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He covered the Indianapolis Colts, Notre Dame and Indiana University. Eventually he started a car column because there was nothing about cars in the newspaper he worked for.11:16 The last 2 years have been more impactful than the previous 20 years, according to Jason, in the way dealers have had to shift and grow.“The last two years have shown that the changes can be even more remarkable than we imagined, not necessarily in a bad way. And actually, the value of the American car dealer is greater than ever. I would argue against the direct selling method, but they've learned to become just better direct sellers in general. And they've learned to connect with their communities in a better way and a deeper way. They've learned how to provide service in a way that maybe they didn't realize before. And you know, now they're more successful than ever.”14:38 Car dealers have a similar reputation to dentists, for whatever reason. Jason talks about the strides dealers have made to change that reputation and what more they need to be doing.20:03 The transition to EV is an opportunity for the car dealers to show their value to the consumer. Jason argues that most local shops will not be equipped to service EVs and it will be up to the dealers to be prepared and ready to service those vehicles.⭐️ Love the podcast? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider including your LinkedIn or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally! We have a daily email! ✉️ Sign up for our free and fun-to-read daily email for a quick shot of relevant news in automotive retail, media, and pop culture.

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The third of a series of guests enter the crossroads, Jason Stein of many fantasy sites (@_JasonStein) Guest episodes deserve throwback intro music, legggoooo Links: Database: https://www.patreon.com/posts/46218140 Jake Anderson (@NFLdrafttalker) made most of my graphics Zac Reed (@tacitassassin13) made the intro and some of the background music Gabe Geering (@FFmanbun) made the “Chicken or Crow” … Continue reading "Dynasty Crossroads Episode 236 – Meeting the Quant Who Solved Dynasty"