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Paul L. Singer, Beth Bolen Chun, Abigail Stempson, Zach Cihlar Utilizing regulatory powers under its UDAP law, the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act (the ​“MMPA”), Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a new rule, codified as 15 C.S.R § 60-19, that would prohibit social media companies from requiring their users to rely on the company's in-house content moderation algorithm. Instead, social media companies must offer ​“algorithmic choice” to users. In a press release, the Missouri AG called the rule the first of its kind in the nation.

In this engaging conversation, Luzy and Consuelo discuss the journey of Latina entrepreneurs, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of building businesses while balancing family life. Consuelo shares her experiences in launching her structural engineering firm and her media company aimed at amplifying Latina voices. They explore themes of risk-taking, community support, and the importance of pursuing dreams at any age. The discussion also touches on the significance of defining wealth beyond monetary value and the desire to create a supportive network for women.   Epidose highlights:  00:00 Empowering Latina Entrepreneurs 02:59 Navigating Risk and Freedom 06:13 Balancing Business and Family 08:48 The Journey to a Second Business 12:09 Creating a Media Company for Latinas 14:53 Finding Community and Support 17:46 Pursuing Dreams at Any Age 21:12 Building a Home in Spain 24:01 Defining Wealth Beyond Money 27:01 Inviting Others to Share Their Stories   About Consuelo: Consuelo Crosby founded her structural engineering company at 24 years old, after being the first female hired in a San Francisco firm of 40 men. Resiliency and determination helped her navigate her career while raising two daughters as a single mother. Consuelo founded her 2nd company, Encuentras Media, LLC, and its flagship podcast, Encuentras Your Voice, to amplify Latina voices often missing in today's business narrative. Connect with Consuelo on LinkedIn.   

This week we're replaying one of our most popular episodes! Back to regularly scheduled programming in 2 weeks! ThanksForget passive income, find passionate income? OK, OK, you can do both. This week, Lauren is bringing you her interview with Brian Luebben. They talked about what financial freedom is, and Brian firmly believes the best way to get there is through passionate income. You must figure out what fires you up, and what you want to spend your time doing. And once 50% of your time is spent on your side hustle, go in on it full time. Your financial foundation is not sexy stuff. Brian's involved house hacking (renting part of a property out while living there) in Atlanta, GA. Brian drops a TON of actionable advice. What does your exciting life look like? Maybe it's not traveling around the world. Document this in detail, using a tool like a vision board.  Surround yourself with mentors and coaches. Your peers matter too. Confidence comes from action. Not the other way around. Your environment matters. Information is not the answer, you have to take action. YOU will be the reason you succeed.About Brian Luebben:Brian Luebben is an Entrepreneur, Podcaster, and Real Estate Investor out of Atlanta, GA. He started a DJ company in college. During his career, he made it to the top of a Fortune 500 Company in their Sales Organization, only to realize quickly that living the “corporate America life” wasn't for him. Brian now runs a successful podcast “The Action Academy” where he talks to seven, eight, and nine figure entrepreneurs on how to earn freedom in life and business. Through his podcast, cash-flowing real estate, and his Media Company, he has the Financial Freedom to do what he wants, when he wants, with who he wants.Brian left corporate job in March 2022, hopping on a one way flight, and traveling the world for 6 months straight. His new mission is to help 1,000,000 other people do the same through The Action Academy.Connect with Brian:⁠https://twitter.com/theactionpod⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/actionacademypodcast/⁠⁠https://theactionacademy.co/⁠Connect with Lauren:  ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/AdultingIsEasy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adultingiseasyreal/⁠⁠

EPISODE SUMMARY: Otto Padrón is a visionary leader who has shaped the media industry across TV, radio, and digital platforms. He is the former President and CEO of Meruelo Media, the fastest-growing minority-owned media company in California. and an Army Ambassador who has programmed Telemundo and Univision. He shares his incredible journey from Cuba, through the military, to becoming a giant of media. On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Otto about:Growing up in Cuba where his Dad was a chief engineer for Cuba's television network CMQThe heroic sacrifices his parents made to escape Cuba and bring family to Miami via SpainHis Uncle Omar's influence on him and U.S. Hispanic media in the U.S.Serving as an Airborne Ranger and then a Green Beret during Desert StormWhat his military experience taught him about leadershipHow programming Telemundo taught him to be bold and take risksLeaving his head of programming role at Univision to be deployed in IraqSaving KDAY and how he fell in love with radioAnd More!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Otto Padron is the former President and CEO of Meruelo Media and made it the fastest growing Minority owned Media Company in California. Otto's mass media experience and leadership has been the instrumental vision powering Meruelo Media into an industry trailblazing organization. As such, there is no U.S. based minority owned and operated media company with the platform diversity, reach and execution of Meruelo Media.Otto conceived, shaped, formed, and operated the most diverse Super Cluster in the Nation with a carefully curated and culturally unique multi-lingual collection of brands under one flag – Meruelo Media, Los Angeles. As such, this distinct organization is one of the fastest and strongest growing media companies in the Nation with six key broadcast properties serving the Greater Los Angeles area. Its broadcast portfolio holds some of the most legendary brands in the U.S. The oldest independent Spanish language TV station in the U.S., KWHY-TV 22 celebrating a 35-year broadcasting legacy with its combo full power sister station, KBEH-TV 63. These institutional properties are joined by heritage rock station KLOS 95.5 FM super serving SOCAL for over 50-years, coupled with the legendary KDAY 93.5 FM commemorating 40- years as the first U.S. commercial radio station to play Hip-Hop which is now joined by the iconic tastemaker rhythmic FM stations in the Nation – Power 106; the super cluster is capped by the new KLLI “CALI” 93.9 FM playing the hottest Spanish Language hits. All these iconic brands offer a deep and multiprong digital strategy to engage multimedia users at all relevant touchpoints. Such is the case for Power106 and its near 2 Million YouTube subscribers. In 2014, Otto led the design and construction of the new Meruelo Media Los Angeles multimillion-dollar Broadcast and Studio Center (www.meruelostudios.com) now home to FOX Television's African American OTT/Streaming service – FOX Soul. As a widely respected and award-winning content creator, Otto brings a unique combination of revenue generation coupled with a well footed and pragmatic production approach that drives creative innovation at every phase of execution.As a young Cuban immigrant growing up in the US, Otto formed a passionate bond with mass media thanks in great part to his father, a broadcast engineer in the then nascent Spanish language network, Univision. Many years later, Otto would serve as the Senior Vice President of Programming at Univision leading the network's content strategy in setting viewing records and establishing itself as one of America's most watched TV Networks – regardless of language! Otto is the only executive to have successfully headed programming for both major U.S. Spanish language networks, Univision and Telemundo. His unique media background brings a rich perspective and matchless insight of the Latino viewer profile, content, and cultural preferences to any operation. As a shaping member of these powerhouse brands, Otto skillfully blended solution-based content ideas with a value-oriented production management style driven by bottom-line results. During his +20-years programming these competitive networks, Otto developed a keen understanding of relevant entertainment/information formats and has established a reputation for delivering winning results through relevant and compelling editorial, production excellence and flawless execution.During his nearly 15-year tenure at Univision, Otto assumed various positions of growing responsibility culminating as Senior VP, Programming and Promotions. He directly managed all domestic entertainment productions, operations, on-air promotions and key positioning and branding strategies. He was responsible for the development and launch of many of the programs that continue on-air today. Overall, he was responsible for the management of an annual content budget of over $500 million and supervised a team of more than 300 employees. Moreover, he managed all programing aspects of the content agreements with Televisa (Mexico), Venevision (Venezuela) and RCN (Colombia), as well as the network's general entertainment domestic U.S. productions. Otto is a Retired Colonel with 38 years of distinguished military service. He was commissioned as an Infantry officer and began his military career in the Special Operations Command serving as an Airborne Ranger in the legendary 75th Ranger Regiment. His career continued with assignments in some of the most demanding active-duty units in the U.S. Army. He retired in 2022 as the Deputy Division Commander of the 91st Training Division in Fort Hunter-Liggett, California. For his numerous military achievements, Otto was a featured Soldier in a U.S. Army Strong campaign as one of America's top Latino leaders. COL Padron (Ret) most notable awards are the Bronze Star Medal; Legion of Merit; the coveted Ranger tab; Pathfinder Badge; Master Parachutist Badge and the Combat Infantry Badge for valorous service under enemy fire. (Army Campaign – click). Today Otto continues to serve as an Army Ambassador, a title that carries the protocol rank of a 2-Star General. Otto is the Vice Chair of the world-famous Hollywood Chamber of Commerce's Walk of Fame committee. He also sits on various boards and commissions in the SOCAL region with an emphasis on increasing minority voices, academic resources, and access for hard- to-reach communities. As such, Otto was a key member of the FCC Communications Equity and Diversity Council (CDEC) bringing a minority and veteran perspective to the FCC council. He is married to Mexican actress, Angelica Vale and has four children. Otto is a distinguished master's program graduate from the Army War College in Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania and is a Worlds Ahead Graduate of Florida International University's Chapman School of Business with a Master's Degree in Business Administration. Otto is a Hurricane who proudly holds a double Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Communications and Economics from the University of Miami, Coral Gables – his alma mater.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED:Omar MarchantRick DeesSteve JonesDr GruberColin PowellJerry 1:29Ray RodriguezCynthia HudsonCarlos VivesManny MartinezFernando GaitánRaul De MelinaSelenaJerry PerenchioHaim SabanAlex MerueloJeff SmulyanAngélica ValeRick SummingsPio FerroABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America's Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown's Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now & Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. 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In this episode of The Current Podcast, we're joined by Rob Bradley, SVP of digital revenue, strategy and operations at CNN International Commercial. He shares how CNN has evolved far beyond its broadcast roots — and how it's now helping brands tell more impactful stories across everything from connected TV (CTV) and free ad-supported television (FAST) channels to TikTok and LinkedIn. Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript  may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio.Damian Fowler (00:00):I'm Damian Fowler.Ilyse Liffreing (00:01):And I'm Ilyse Liffreing.Damian Fowler (00:02):And welcome to this edition of The Current Podcast.Ilyse Liffreing (00:09):This week we're thrilled to be joined by Rob Bradley, the senior vice rresident of Digital Revenue Strategy and Operations at CNN International Commercial.Damian Fowler (00:18):Now, Rob has played a key role in CNN's evolution over the last 10 years from a broadcast powerhouse into a cutting edge digital platformIlyse Liffreing (00:26):That includes launchpad, CNN's AI powered advertising tool that's been driving smarter, more targeted campaigns for nearly a decadeDamian Fowler (00:35):From global banks to tech giants like Samsung and even government launchpad has helped brands show up on CNN's platform in ways that are both innovative and effective.Ilyse Liffreing (00:45):So in this episode we'll explore that journey, how launchpad got its start, what it's become today, and how CNN is helping advertisers navigate a complex digital world using deep audience insights and data at scale.Damian Fowler (01:00):So let's get into it. So Rob, let's start by talking about Launchpad. Not everyone's familiar with it, but it's been designed to help brands market themselves to CNN's audience. So I know it's eight years old. Can you talk about the tool and how it's evolved to this point?Rob Bradley (01:19):Yeah, I mean, to take a step, media companies and news brands today need to be so much more than just a platform where someone can serve a traditional ad to reach an audience. Of course we do that and embrace that, but our audience exists in a multitude of different environments. Now, of course, o and O, which can be TV to digital assets, websites, but of course Fast and CTV now. And of course they're all across social, which means that when we're working with brands today, we need to have tools that enable us to reach audiences in all of those environments. Essentially our clients expect that from us. So we have to innovate to be in those places. And also of course, by utilizing areas our audiences exist in today such as social, it means we get a broader reach. So we try and of course a lot of brands are nervous about social, and of course we do compete somewhat, but I like to flip it on its head and think about how can we use audiences on off platform environments to our advantage?(02:16):So launchpad essentially is a good example of that. It's an in-house social media agency, essentially utilizes latest talent. I would say. I think people do come first that really understand the latest technology to help us understand our audiences both on and off platform. That did launch really just reaching audiences in places like Facebook, but now it's across all the meta platforms, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and more. And over the years that team, through utilizing technology, have automated processes. We understand sentiment of what people are consuming, how they feel against our content that we distribute both on and off platform. And then we use those insights to indeed empower the next piece of creative, let's say. And it feeds into our brand studio, which is called CNN Create, which actually touches about 70% of our campaigns now. So it's all about the way we go to market is really about selling stories and content and then utilizing the impressions and volume of scale we have around that in a smart way.Ilyse Liffreing (03:15):And today, CNN Parent Company, Warner Brothers Discovery has only massively grown since the launch of launchpad and has so many touchpoint and audience insights. You have the entirety of the Harry Potter world and DC comments to seen in news. How do you make sense then of all that data and how does it come together to benefit a launchpad campaign?Rob Bradley (03:41):So first of all, I'd say there's still a job to do and an opportunity of gathering all that together because there's so many touch points that both can power the marketing of movies that say as well as the targeting of campaigns. And those targeting of campaigns can of course be owned and operated environment. So again, we can push audience insights into social platforms to target through tools like launchpad, but ultimately by understanding who our audiences are means that we can do three things. We launched a product called WBD AIM basically, which was actually born out of CNN, used to be CNN aim, and it stands for Audience Insight Measurement. And really it means that of course we talk about targeting quite a lot, that's where the rubber meets the road. But really as a severe successful media company today, you need to go to market with insight led sales.(04:29):So use that data to inform sales to the clients, proving upfront why you've got the right audience and why they should trust you. And then of course there's the targeting the audience piece, and then there's the measurement of proving what you have done has worked. And so that aim piece all comes together as one kind of data play. And where we have had success of bringing that together so far internationally is CNN Eurosport D plus in the UK and TNT Sport in the UK now exists in one platform. And also of course that's really good for programmatic as well. We can push those audience insights, put them into the marketplace and enable brands to buy programmatically against that. So very much in the programmatic space, we're aiming at the more premium PG programmatic direct marketplace.Damian Fowler (05:16):Can I just ask you off the back of that, do you see news as part of that whole package or it's not a sort of siloed separate piece of what you are offering?Rob Bradley (05:27):Yeah, that's a really good question. I think if you are a brand that wants an engaged audience and you want to be part of a conversation that's happening today or drive a conversation, news obviously makes sense. But of course I wonder if this is where you're going. News environments are challenged at the moment in some respect. There is a prevalence of I think, unfair news avoidance in the industry, particularly with very blunt keyword block lists that are being used, which is pretty well covered in the press and that is a major challenge. However, sports has a similar issue, right? Because words like shoot and shot and attack are used all the time just as though are news. So actually sometimes if people think of news straightaway, but there's a broader issue with that. And the reason why I mention that because actually news and sports is both live, it's what's happening today, it's audiences certainly where we sell it can be sports enthusiasts across both platforms at the broader end, it can be business decision makers, it can be C-suites, it can be high net worths bringing those audiences and ultimately linking it to what WBD has an abundance of is very premium, very trusted, very brand suitable environments you could say.(06:39):And that marketplace of WBD and WBD Connect is the programmatic marketplace will keep growing.Ilyse Liffreing (06:47):Now you talked about how your bridging basically social to programmatic. Have you seen one success in that so far and interest from the brands you've been working with?Rob Bradley (07:00):I think it's basically it was quite an early adopter of programmatic in the belief that it enables the human led work media owners to grow. And that has been proven in embrace technology to do what it does well, highly scaled targeted impressions that started on the website that say ever increasing on CTV and FAST for us, joining all that together, putting our own data into those environments, trying to work at the premium end of it so that we get the yield up and really embracing the technology to do that married with what only we can do best, which is linking directly with a brand, understanding a brand on their agency. In many markets we go brand direct though really understanding what their challenges are and what stories they've got to tell. And then coming up with this multi-platform strategy that can include programmatic maybe at the mid funnel or the performance end, but also linking it to a full multi-platform strategy, which may include CTV, fast Web and tv. And actually 80% of our direct campaigns include all of those platforms and include that social piece. And I think the reason why I've sort of spoken about social in is I think people often wonder about how we can utilize it to make money, but actually it's a really important part of our business where we're kind of using the best of what programmatic can offer, the best of what social can offer and then the best of storytelling.Ilyse Liffreing (08:27):Yeah, perhaps I would love to hear about a brand that perhaps you guys have been working with and how you are really measuring that success. I'm curious if any platform or audience perhaps outperformed your expectations.Rob Bradley (08:43):Sure. Well, I spoke about linking CNN storytelling that could have social impact in some way or drive conversations or change opinions. And that is when we have a really strong partnership with the brand, that's what we do for them. Really it's about how can we change perhaps a view or input a view into someone's mind that they may not have had about a brand based on facts or something that brand is really genuinely doing to try and make the world a better place beyond just perhaps selling a product. So CNN Embarks on a really bold program with Samsung recently, it was exactly a campaign that I said truly multi-platform include tv, digital, social, so use launchpad for off platform distribution and it really highlighted how Samsung technologies are being used to make the world a better place. Everything from the way they t trawl the ocean to dig up fishing nets and some of those fishing net parts are used in their mobile phones to a great story around how their TVs add access for the heart of hearing where we had a gentleman that was on stage with Beyonce who was doing sign language while she was performing, who went viral because he's an incredible character that really can literally make you hear the song using his hands.(09:54):It's amazing with hisIlyse Liffreing (09:55):MovementsRob Bradley (09:55):And he uses a Samsung TV at home, he feels it gives him what he needs considering that his hard of hearing challenges. So all those stories, it does involve a product, but really it's about a person, a human led story. We know that human led stories cut through a cluttered internet more particularly if they have some sort of emotional response that they offer, I can make you sad, happy, and ultimately the goal was to shift opinions about that brand. So looking at the data that we have, but 81% agreed that seeing the branded content that Samsung made made them think they were a more socially responsible company. 86% agreed that the branded content salt told them something about Samsung they didn't know before. And 84% agreed that branded content showed the value of Samsung as being more attention grabbing. So there's those hearts and minds movements that these campaigns at the brand's level kind of goals that they have. And that's really what we did with this campaign.Damian Fowler (10:53):That was great. Yeah, that's an interesting convergence of values and emotion and storytelling, but if we could sort of maybe look at some of the takeaways from the Launch Bank campaign and then get bigger from there. How did you measure success? I know you just mentioned some metrics right there for Samsung specifically, but did any platform or audience outperform your expectations?Rob Bradley (11:19):Yeah, I think we try to be platform agnostic somewhat when it comes to what the campaign goals are. So take within social, if the campaign of course is reaching consumers, we're more likely to use meta talk environments, YouTube, however of course if the campaign is more skew towards as a business audience, LinkedIn is more increasingly used. So it's not necessarily that one platform surprises because we'd set up the campaign at the start to meet those specific goals of that campaign. And within Samsung of course this was a consumer campaign, so those consumer platforms to reach and actually for that, TikTok did provide, and I think it was one of the first times that they'd ever worked with TikTok with a media owner and they trusted us because of the relationship that we have to deliver that campaign on TikTok. So that did have for one of the first times we've used it, a really important play within our overall multi-platform strategy.Damian Fowler (12:15):You mentioned insight-led sales, that means you have a good view of audience segments. Could you talk a little bit more about that and how you think about audience and how you break it down? And then the second part of that I guess is was there any unexpected reaction or behavior response from campaigns from these different areas of viewership?Rob Bradley (12:39):Yeah, I think we've had to get really sophisticated with understanding audiences and I'm linking who our audiences with our content. It touches on something I was talking about previously when it comes to the changes around news and news avoidance and brand safety and brand suitability. But that doesn't mean that all politics content should be blocked, for example. So I suppose there's the traditional side that we have of understanding our audiences of, okay, this is someone that's interested in reading a lot of business articles around finance. And then we can layer in personal identifying data where we have it and define and target that audience. But now we also add a layer in, we built a tool called sam, which is a sentiment analysis moderator, which also now kicks out a positive and negative sentiment score on our articles. So we know that if an article is about a scientific breakthrough, for example, that's a cure for a disease that may have innovation, technology may be very positive, but actually the word disease might have been blocked if you're using a more blunt keyword list. So with our clients, they trust us to use SAM to use more positive and negative targets. So we layer the kind of contextual element as well as the data element, and that runs on pretty much every single one of our direct campaigns.Ilyse Liffreing (13:56):Very cool. It sounds like a use of AI right there, if I'm not mistaken.Rob Bradley (14:00):It's an interesting one because we've had it for about five years and it is AI is machine learning and the reason we built it is because it ultimately unlocks more impressions than perhaps some of the off the shelf tools do.Ilyse Liffreing (14:11):Very true. Because also you're not just selling content to, you're selling a sustainable digital business. Would you say is your North Star when balancing that audience trust with monetization being CNN is such as a storied publication and company with multiple digital touch points?Rob Bradley (14:38):Yeah, good question. I mean, first of all, CNN's a global brand that's built on trust. We have some of the world's greatest journalists here and in a world that's growing in myth and disinformation is vital for society that they can rely on a trusted voice and reputable news organizations like CN. So I suppose our North Star is to of course lead with that trust but then make sure that we're essential for customers every day. So there's this sort of trust, but then there's also a premium environment and experience and that kind of goes hand in hand with advertisers going back to that storytelling piece or even putting an ad in an environment that has news. Brands want to be in a trusted place, so we really need to make sure that we're premium and that we're trusted first and foremost. But then also we need to embrace new ways of driving revenue.(15:29):We can't just rely on advertising, which is why we're embracing this direct-to-consumer business model to succeed over long-term. Linear in TV is still really, really important as of course is web, but exploring new digital monetization models that complement all those revenue streams are really important. So look fast is one of them, and CTV audio is one of them. We have CNN underscored in the us, which is kind of product recommendations and review sites, so e-commerce and of course as mentioned, the subs business, this direct to consumer business we're building. So we have to kind disrupt ourselves and embrace that to build a sustainable future.Damian Fowler (16:10):Rob, your role is you work for CNN International. So you look at the big picture obviously, and this is about a big picture question here, it's global, but it's also personal. So how do you think about that interaction, building digital products and content that both may be relevant at scale but also have to have local impact?Rob Bradley (16:31):I'll give you a kind of recent example. We announced plans to launch some CNM weather as our first standalone digital lifestyle product very recently, the upfront over in the us. So it is about expanding our content beyond news. As I mentioned, we already have travel, business style and tech and all of these different areas, but essentially builds on what we're good at, which is best in class live coverage of what's happening. Immense resources dedicated on the ground locally in this instance can of course be weather reporting and visual storytelling around weather. It's a way for CNN to bring these major weather events. So it may happen locally, so relevant information locally, but also huge interest globally. Think about the LA fires as a mass audience around the world, but also allows just simultaneously up to date weather forecast to help consumers get up to speed of what's going on there each day. And that's just a good example of something we've launched recently that has that both local, national and global relevance.Damian Fowler (17:29):I think it's always been a staple of good local news. Talking about right here in the US right now, there's some challenges to public broadcasting and one of the things that they have are these local stations that inform people about local weather events and that's crucial, especially in the tornado belt for instance. So I think weather obviously is key. And it's interesting to hear you say that obviously this is a fast moving space, the digital commercial space. As you look ahead, what are the biggest opportunities you see for CNN to lead here in this space? I guess AI is one of those things, immersive content. What else are you thinking about?Rob Bradley (18:10):Well, the CNN synonymous with video led journalism. Ultimately we're a video company that started on cable and is now in all these platforms that are ever expanding. But really we obviously want to continue and focus on that legacy if you like. So expanding our current subscription offering in the fall, as you guys say over there, autumn, as we say across the pond in the uk, essentially the launch of a new streaming product that's due ultimately in the US then but will soon be rolled out internationally as well. Providing a individual one stop place where audiences can access our journalism, our original programming, they can choose from live channels, catch up on features, a video on demand, and it'll be on all platforms from mobile apps, CTV and the.com websites. And it's going to be part of a new subscription, which is called CNN's All Access subscription.(19:01):So an example of embracing streaming video led alongside the other channels. And of course embracing the fact that our audience exists on mobile vertical video has been a huge investment for us. It's what consumers want, we understand their behavioral patterns. So we've basically grown our vertical video capabilities across our platforms and will be a key pillar as we continue. I also think it's about fostering direct relationships with audience, which is something that social does really well. Actually. We've already established some of these areas. Take Anderson Cooper's All there is podcast, which is fantastic, it's around grief, but literally has led to thousands of voice notes and interactions. Ranson himself so much that he built. And we built an online grief community, which essentially is where you can hear voices and other stories of people respond to comments and stories of their own grief and there's a really engaged community around that. And then of course podcasts and audio exists in audio, but more and more they're being recorded. And actually if you look at all areas podcast as well as the assignment of Cornish and Chasing Life of Doug, Sanjay Gupta, they're all video now as well and available there. So I think you're going to see news brands like seeing and leaning into this kind of personality led kind of opportunities as well.Ilyse Liffreing (20:18):Yeah, that's really exciting. The streaming space has exploded, obviously. And I'm curious how CNN All Access is going to differentiate itself enough or stand on its own in order to get those subscribers.Rob Bradley (20:38):Yeah, it's not necessarily a part I manage directly to be honest, to be honest with you, but I say CNN, it goes into another something we spoke about previously, which is around the history of the brand, the legacy of the brand, the power of a brand, right? No one can deny that CNN is a brand that doesn't touch all corners of the world and it's still highly, highly relevant. And it's funny, when you look at sometimes when you use the word a legacy brand or traditional media, it's almost used in some sort of negative connotation. Stay with me. You asked me a question, I'm going in a different direction. But sometimes it's used in this kind of negative connotation. But if you look at other areas like Luxury UMES or Rolex Legacy has a value. Auto Rolls Royce technology, I would say even like IBM or Apple, even their legacy is important because that brand stands for something as it does for CNN.(21:42):So those brands also innovate and make sure they're relevant for today. And I'd say streaming is just an example as well as podcasts as well as what we're doing. Launching the weather app is an example of CNN disrupting itself, making sure it's relevant today, but as well, not giving up on that legacy of who we are because that brand stands for something. So how are we going to stand out is having some of the best journalists in the world having one of the biggest brands in the world and making sure that what we do is authentic, fact-driven and trust base.Damian Fowler (22:15):That's great. So we've got a few quick questions here to hit you with to close this out. So alright. First off, what brand or publisher is doing something unexpected that you admire?Rob Bradley (22:30):Arnold Schwarzenegger's Pump Club. What love that You should have seen my comms team face when I said I was going to say that he's a yes. Firstly, I know this is an audio recording or a video recording, I'm not, if you can see me, I'm not someone that is a bodybuilder, but I do really, oh, I dunno. I do really like Arnold Sch and actually his pump club. I use it for the emailers, but there is a podcast as well. He is got an emailer, he's utilizing an ever-growing medium, let's say, from sending out email news. He uses his personal brand to form a relationship with an audience, his heritage in fitness, the rise of emails, as I said. And he shares really valuable information to a defined audience. It's really fact driven, it's really science driven today, which proves we do read it. He was reading, basically sharing a study on potassium and the benefits of increasing your potassium intake and how it can have on the heart. So he's got lots of links to real studies. The commercial model does mean he's trying to sell you a few things along the way as well. But I find it interesting and I think it's a great use of someone using all these tools that are available today to connect with an audience.Ilyse Liffreing (23:52):Yeah, that's a fun one. I like that.Rob Bradley (23:54):I love that there's oneDamian Fowler (23:54):Guy who knows how to connect to an audience. It's Arnie.Rob Bradley (23:57):Yeah. And do you know what? I saw him in New York last time I was there and he was sitting two meters away from me for at least two hours. And I didn't have the guts to say hello, but I was happy just being in Arnie's presence.Ilyse Liffreing (24:10):Yeah, amazing. If you could fast forward five years, what would you want CNN's digital presence to feel like to a 25-year-old?Rob Bradley (24:23):I mean, look super relevant, both from a personal point of view to also giving that individual information they need to know or should know about what's happening in the world. I think you don't want it too personal so that people are in their record chambers that say it should be video led. And of course it should be accessible on the platforms that that person wants. It should be ubiquitous, but it also should be predominantly on owned and operated platforms. It's important that we continue to invest in the core. And I know we spoke about social work, important to invest in the course, it should be owned and operated platforms that CNN has predominantly.Damian Fowler (24:59):And finally, late night breaking news alerts or morning deep dive newsletters. What's your personal preference or should we say news ritual?Rob Bradley (25:10):It sounds like a question as a news kind of person I should think about all the time, but I've realized, I go so deep in the mornings. I'm like within 15 minutes I've checked obviously CNN, but I've probably checked BBC, the Guardian New York Times. I check Fox News to see how they're approaching a story and then I'll go into podcasts on the way to work and then I'll probably check things like The Economist and things like that to go deeper as I've got more time. So I kind of utilize everything and I go pretty deep, but it probably tails off towards the end of the day. I think I've had enough by the evening, and that's more when I want to chill out of a glass of wine and watch a movie. I have some nice food.Damian Fowler (25:52):So, what was your what take, what was your big impression from that conversation with Rob?Ilyse Liffreing (25:59):Yeah, my big impression was really how, and this isn't surprising from CNN, but how they lead with storytelling when it comes to their managed brand campaigns. I love the example that he gave was Samsung who found when they managed their campaign across multiple digital touchpoints, they found that the audience 86% agreed that branded content told them something new about Samsung that they didn't know before. And that's really powerful when you're a brand like Samsung.Damian Fowler (26:34):Yeah, I thought that was very telling and I think even more the idea that CNN is really looking at and audience reaction, not just in terms of its own content, but in terms of the branded content. I thought that was also very interesting when we asked him about campaigns that have kind of caught them by surprise. And that idea that CNN International had launched a campaign that was targeted specifically a young affluent demographic in the city of London. But actually when they looked at the backend and looked at the measurement, it was hitting beyond London, outside of London to empty nesters whose kids had already left home, which was a surprising insight, but also allowed him to pivot the campaign to target that group. So I think the idea of audience strategy, being nimble with audience strategy and the fact that the digital frame allows a brand like CN International to be much more nimble right now. I guess that's an interesting takeaway for me.Ilyse Liffreing (27:39):Also, it helps that you have the breadth of data that a company like Warner Brothers Discovery does have across its multiple properties.Damian Fowler (27:51):And that's it for this edition of The Current Podcast.Ilyse Liffreing (27:54):This series is produced by Molten Hart. The Current Podcast theme is by Love and caliber. The Current team includes Kat Vesce and Sydney Cairns.Damian Fowler (28:03):And remember,Rob Bradley (28:03):If you look at other areas like Luxury UMES or Rolex Legacy has a value Auto Rolls-Royce technology. I would say even like IBM or Apple, even their legacy is important because that brand stands for something as it does for CNN.Damian Fowler (28:21):I'm DamianIlyse Liffreing (28:21):And I'm Ilyse, and we'll see you next time.

Being great at investing is one thing but if no one knows about you or what you stand for, good luck growing your fund. It might sound harsh, but it's true. In today's world, attention is the new currency and you can't afford to ignore it.That's why today, Stacy is bringing her friend Dr. Daniel Crosby back on the mic for a very special 100th episode of Billion Dollar Backstory. They're picking up right where they left off in their “Scientist & The Storyteller” series.Together, they're digging into why every company today is a media company (yep, even yours) and why building a brand that feels real and relatable isn't just a nice-to-have anymore.They're also covering:  How to build a brand that's real, relatable, and doesn't feel like a facadeWhy being a thought leader matters (even if you'd rather be investing)The hidden costs (and upsides) of the attention economyThe big reason why so many fund managers struggle to stand out and how to change thatMore About Dr. Daniel Crosby Dr. Daniel Crosby is a psychologist and behavioral finance expert who helps organizations understand the intersection of mind and markets. Dr. Crosby's first book, Personal Benchmark: Integrating Behavioral Finance and Investment Management, was a New York Times bestseller. His second book, The Laws of Wealth, was named the best investment book of 2017 by the Axiom Business Book Awards and has been translated into 17 languages. His third book, The Behavioral Investor, was Axiom's best investment book of 2019 and is a comprehensive look at the neurology, physiology and psychology of sound financial decision-making. His latest book, The Soul of Wealth, was published in October of 2024 and has already been translated into five languages. When he's not decoding market psychology, Daniel is a father of 3, a fanatical follower of the St. Louis Cardinals, an explorer of the American South, and an amateur hot sauce chef. Want More Help With Storytelling? +  Subscribe to my newsletter to get a weekly email that helps you use your words to power your growth:https://www.stacyhavener.com/subscribe   - - -Make The Boutique Investment Collective part of your Billion Dollar Backstory. Gain access to invaluable resources, expert coaches, and a supportive community of other boutique founders, fund managers, and investment pros. Join Havener Capital's exclusive membership - - -Make The Boutique Investment Collective part of your Billion Dollar Backstory. Gain access to invaluable resources, expert coaches, and a supportive community of other boutique founders, fund managers, and investment pros. Join Havener Capital's exclusive membership

Damon Harman is the Founder & CEO of StreamerDap, a cutting-edge platform revolutionizing sponsorships between brands and live streamers. By enabling seamless, real-time brand integrations, StreamerDap transforms traditional advertising into an authentic and measurable experience for both brands and creators.A pioneer in interactive content, Damon has produced and directed live and branded entertainment for Twitch, collaborating with major brands like Progressive, American Family Insurance, and McDonald's to name a few. His extensive career spans over 500 episodes of television for networks such as MTV, Universal, and Fox, alongside hundreds of commercials for global brands such as Coca-Cola , Emporio Armani and Calvin Klein.With a passion for gaming, technology, and audience engagement, Damon has consistently been at the forefront of digital innovation—from launching early mobile content platforms to integrating brands into live-streaming culture. His work has generated over $200 million in production and sponsorship revenue.Outside of StreamerDap, Damon is a proud husband to Maria and father to Oliver, a rising Twitch Affiliate.

A volte la scelta migliore per un* creativo è andare controcorrente, ora più che mai con l'IA ovunque. A dimostrarlo è la storia di Fjona Cakalli, in arte Tech Princess, che da anni parla di tecnologia non solo sui social ma anche in TV. Viaggia tra le fiere tech di tutto il mondo, recensisce auto sportive, appassionata di videogiochi fin da bambina. A riprova che a volte le principesse non hanno bisogno di essere salvate, fanno meglio da sole. Niente omini con i baffi a dare loro una mano, solo un blog gestito prima da sola e ora con una media company a tutti gli effetti. Questa è la storia di Fjona, ma quali tra le nostre Idee da Incubo arriveranno al boss finale? Che la sfida abbia inizio! ▫️Grazie a Fondazione DUDE per averci ospitati!

In this episode, we dismantle the traditional content grind and replace it with a Netflix-inspired approach to content creation for clinics. Jimmy, Tony Maritato, and Dave Kittle riff on wild ideas — from pirate therapy and PT on oil rigs, to BYOB group therapy and recruiting with Casey Neistat-style vlogs.What You'll Learn:How to structure content seasons that actually drive businessWhy “day-in-the-life” videos may be the best recruiting tool no one is usingThe psychology behind clinic branding and commitment over applicationsHow to outsource video and content without lifting a fingerThe future of content in PT: bulk recording, binge releases, and paid distributionMentioned in This Episode:

Matt McGarry discusses the concept of Negative CAC—how smart companies turn marketing into profit. He shares real-world examples from media and SaaS, showing how digital products and media can fuel growth and long-term profitability.Learn more about negative CAC: https://www.newsletteroperator.com/p/negative-cacWant more content like this?Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.comEpisode Topics & Timestamps00:00 Understanding Negative Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC)02:58 Examples of Negative CAC in Action05:53 The Role of Media Companies in Negative CAC08:59 Long-term Implications and Future of Negative CAC

In this conversation, Kyle Reidhead shares his journey from a corporate job in Toronto to becoming a successful entrepreneur living in Bali. He discusses the freedom and opportunities of being a digital nomad, the strategic acquisition of the Milk Road newsletter, and the importance of building an audience before launching products. Kyle also delves into the operational changes post-acquisition, the role of AI in automating content creation, and the enduring value of human creativity in the age of AI. Where to Find Kyle: https://x.com/KyleReidheadhttps://www.instagram.com/kyle.reidhead/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylereidhead/?originalSubdomain=cahttps://milkroad.com/Follow Ish Instagram X Linkedin Website Subscribe to Internet Empires on YouTube

Welcome to episode #984 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Steve Pratt knows how to earn attention - and not in the algorithm-chasing, trend-hopping way most marketers talk about it. As the co-founder of Pacific Content (the first agency dedicated to branded podcasts), Steve helped pioneer a model for long-form brand storytelling that respected the audience as much as it served the client. Before podcasting was a thing brands took seriously, Steve was guiding companies like Slack, Facebook, Shopify, BMW, Adobe, and Charles Schwabinto a new kind of media - one built on trust, consistency, and real creative value. That experience forms the foundation of his new book, Earn It - Unconventional Strategies For Brave Marketers. In this conversation, he unpacks why so many marketers are stuck in short-term thinking, how performance marketing is cannibalizing brand, and what it really takes to build content worth someone's time. There's insight here on the difference between being loud and being relevant, on why the future belongs to brave brands with a point of view, and how AI may flood the market with content - but only humans can still make something remarkable. Steve's career started in TV production, moved through digital innovation at CBC, and has now landed at the intersection of creativity, business strategy, and media design with his newest venture, The Creativity Business. His message is simple: the only brands that win long-term are the ones willing to put in the work, respect the audience, and be consistently great over time. For anyone wrestling with content strategy, podcasting, or how to think like a media company - this one's a masterclass. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 1:00:53. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on X. Here is my conversation with Steve Pratt. Earn It - Unconventional Strategies For Brave Marketers. The Creativity Business. Follow Steve on Instagram. Follow Steve on LinkedIn. Chapters: (00:00) - The Journey of Podcasting. (02:58) - Consistency vs. Relevance in Content Creation. (06:05) - The Landscape of Media Companies vs. Individual Creators. (08:58) - Audience Development in the Digital Age. (11:49) - The Nature of Podcasts vs. Video Content. (15:09) - The Evolution of Podcasting and Video Strategies. (17:49) - The Role of Sensationalism in Media. (20:52) - Quality vs. Mediocrity in Content Creation. (33:37) - The Challenge of Earning Success. (34:44) - The Longevity of Podcasting and Audience Engagement. (39:01) - Niche Marketing and Brand Media Companies. (42:59) - The Pressure of Performance Marketing. (50:00) - The Role of AI in Content Creation. (01:03:16) - Red Bull: A Case Study in Media Innovation.

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Maria A. Rodriguez is the VP of Marketing and Communications at Open Influence, a global creator marketing agency that has shaped the industry since 2013. With over 13 years of experience spanning journalism, digital media, and strategic communications, her career has been built at the intersection of media, culture, and technology.She holds a Master's degree in Strategic Public Relations from USC, where she began her research on the global creator economy. Since joining Open Influence in 2017, Maria has led brand, content, and communications efforts—positioning the agency as a trusted partner to Fortune 500 brands and a thought leader in creator marketing. She is passionate about helping modern marketers harness the creativity of creators to build authentic, engaged brand communities.

Dan Goikhman (CEO) and Krish Arvapally (CTO) of Dappier join the show to discuss how their company helps media brands deploy AI agents across websites and messaging platforms. They talk about real-world use cases, monetization strategies, and the shift from traditional web pages to AI-powered interactions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryIn this episode of the E-commerce Content Creation Podcast, host Daniel Jester discusses treating in-house studios as media companies. He emphasizes the need for organizational respect, investment in creative teams, and the complexity of media production processes. Daniel shares insights from recent workshops and highlights the challenges faced by studio teams, including ad hoc requests and sample management issues. He advocates for a shift in mindset towards recognizing the strategic value of creative teams in e-commerce operations.Key TakeawaysEvery company with an in-house studio operates as a media company.In-house studios need robust support and workflows.Creative teams are essential for e-commerce success.Organizational respect is crucial for studio efficiency.Ad hoc requests can disrupt production processes.Sample management is vital for studio operations.Investment in creative teams leads to better outcomes.Understanding the complexity of media production is key.Protecting production time enhances efficiency.Shifting mindsets towards in-house studios is necessary.CreditsHosted by: Daniel Jester - danieltjester.com

This episode is a taster of what you can expect from the Excellent Leadership Podcast, hosted by Chad Biagini (President, Excel Search & Advisory). This clip features Footballco CEO Juan Delgago discussing how Footballco operates as a modern football media company, the growth of women's football, and how Footballco harnesses AI. The Excellent Leadership Podcast interviews sports and entertainment CEOs, Presidents, General Managers, Athletics Directors, Head Coaches, Elite Athletes and Performers. It explores their career journeys, experiences, and advice as leaders in the world's most exciting and competitive industry Find out more: https://excelsm.com/excellentleadership/

Marcus Sheridan is a globally recognized keynote speaker, author of They Ask, You Answer, and founder of one of the world's most visited pool websites. With over 750 keynotes delivered—including TEDx—and features in The New York Times and Forbes, Marcus is a trusted voice in content marketing and brand transparency. In this episode, he shares how businesses can dominate their industries by building customer trust, embracing self-service tools, and saying what competitors won't. Tune in to learn how to rethink your marketing strategy, leverage video content, and future-proof your brand in an AI-driven world. Today we discussed: [00:00] Opening [00:09] Introducing Marcus Sheridan [02:10] Building a Known and Trusted Brand [06:18] Thinking Like a Media Company [11:20] Using AI to Help With Promotion [15:25] Mitigating Risk for Customers [20:05] Controlling the Conversation More About Marcus Sheridan: Check out Marcus Sheridan's Website: https://www.marcussheridan.com Connect with Marcus Sheridan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcussheridan/ Rate, Review, & Follow If you liked this episode, please rate and review the show. Let us know what you loved most about the episode. Struggling with strategy? Unlock your free AI-powered prompts now and start building a winning strategy today!

As the creator of The Marketing Meetup, Joe Glover has built one of the most popular, respected, and emotionally resonant communities in the industry. In this episode, he shares a refreshingly human take on community building, leadership, and the kind of cultural values that drive real engagement—both online and off.Explore in this episode: (00:00) Intro(01:41) How do you know if you have a community(04:20) What exactly IS a community(11:37) Community is NOT a sales channel(21:36) Don't build a community; build a culture(29:58) Finding the sprouts of community culture(37:44) Getting people to keep coming back(44:59) Can a community continue without its founder? (58:04) Why is TMM an Events Company vs a Media Company(01:02:21) Promoting events(01:05:32) The role of storytelling in community(01:07:47) The purposefully planning behind the first TMM conference(01:10:51) The power of good (and bad) networking events(01:23:57) Mobilizing a team of event organizers(01:29:34) The 10 magic moments essential for event success(01:36:34) Baiting Ryan Reynolds to join TMM(01:38:43) Outro------------------------------------------------Where to find Joe: LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/josepheglover/)Website: https://themarketingmeetup.com/Where to find Tim: LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsoulo/)X: @timsouloWebsite: https://www.timsoulo.com/------------------------------------------------Referenced in this episode:

This week on Tapod we catch up with Katie Duckworth, TA Lead – Sales, Broadcast, Publishing, and Radio at Nine and winner of Corporate Talent Professional of the Year at the 2024 ITAs. It's so exciting to speak with a TA Pro that works in media, and we ask all about celebrities and whatnot. But at the end of the day, it's Katie who shines in this podcast. If you want to win an ITA in 2025 – take a listen to Katie! Thanks so much to Paradox for partnering with us for April. 

IF YOU'VE DECIDED YOUR COMPANY IS WHERE PEOPLE SHOULD GET THEIR NEWS, ADVICE, INFORMATION, SOFTWARE, SUPPORT, AND COMMUNITY, YOU NOW HAVE THE ABILITY TO LIVE OUT YOUR FANTASY WITH THE HELP OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. This is Automotive Ecosystem on ATI.

Do you think AI personalization in streaming makes content better?Is AI enhancing creativity in media or slowly replacing human talent? Would you trust AI to generate an entire film or soundtrack?How do you see AI changing the role of content creators like YouTubers and streamers?Can AI-generated analytics predict what content will go viral next? Hey there, tech enthusiasts!

My newsletter: https://simonowens.substack.com/   You've probably never heard of Schneps Media, but if you live in any of the five boroughs of New York, you've probably encountered its content. Started as a single Queens newspaper in 1985, the company gradually bought up community news outlets all across New York, and it's since expanded into Philadelphia and even Palm Beach, Florida. It not only targets audiences by locale, but also ethnicity. And most of its news is completely free to read.   How has the company continued to grow despite so many headwinds in local news? To answer this question, I spoke to CEO Josh Schneps. He told the story of how his mother launched that first Queens newspaper and explained why businesses continue to advertise with him despite having plenty of other options.  

Amy talks with author & NBC producer Neil O'Brien about his new book, After Disney: Toil, Trouble, and the Transformation of America's Favorite Media Company.

Struggling with clarity in your business? Feeling stuck in transition or unsure how to pivot your brand or purpose? In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Influential Personal Brand podcast, AJ Vaden sits down with Jamal Miller—founder of Miller Media Group and a purpose-driven entrepreneur who went from food stamps to leading a $3M launch in just 30 days. Together, they unpack the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of what it really looks like to chase purpose over profit, build a thriving brand with your spouse, and navigate the highs and lows of success—all while staying aligned with your calling. Jamal shares his personal transformation from youth pastor to 7-figure business owner, the spiritual breakthroughs that changed his life, and the mindset shifts that helped him scale without losing his soul. If you're in a season of transition, feeling overwhelmed, or searching for a breakthrough, this episode is for you. You'll also learn the secret behind his "Circle of Purpose" framework and the business philosophy that led him to build brands that make both impact and income. Don't miss: How Jamal and his wife built a personal brand from a viral love story The danger of chasing money over meaning Why every entrepreneur needs to constantly redefine success The power of sowing into purpose—even when you have nothing Jamal's top advice for getting unstuck and growing faster This episode is packed with purpose, strategy, and truth—and will leave you inspired to take bold, aligned action. Ready to turn your mess into your message and build a brand that actually makes a difference? Start by booking your Free Brand Call with Brand Builders Group today!

Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mrs. Amber Kanwar – host of the In the Money Podcast - a video podcast where Amber sits down with a top portfolio managers to deliver insights & advice on investing to everyday investors. New episodes are out every Tuesday and Thursday, and are available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Prior to launching the In the Money Podcast, Mrs. Kanwar spent ~15 years at BNN Bloomberg where she interviewed hundreds of portfolio managers, CEOs, political leaders and newsmakers - working her way up from intern, to segment producer and anchor.Mrs. Kanwar also earned a masters of journalism degree at Ryerson University, and a Bachelor of Management & Organizational Studies at Western University. Among other things we discussed Building a New Media Company, the Art of Conversation & 15 Years at BNN.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsBroadbill EnergyJSGEPACAstro Rentals Support the show

Didier Lupfer, cofondateur de The Media Company et cofondateur d'Ubisoft Motion Pictures, et Edouard Boccon-Gibod, cofondateur de The Media Company, étaient les invités de François Sorel dans Tech & Co, la quotidienne, ce mardi 1er avril. Ils se sont pench

As dietitians, our career paths don't have to be linear. Sometimes, walking away from something highly successful is the key to finding true fulfillment.In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Jones, MS, RD, CDCES, who shares her journey of leaving a thriving media brand to build something that aligned more deeply with her purpose. Despite the massive success of Food Heaven, a wellness brand and podcast with over 5 million downloads, Jessica found herself craving something different, something more meaningful. That led her to co-found Diabetes Digital, a virtual nutrition counseling practice providing insurance-covered diabetes care.In this candid chat, we dive into:Why success doesn't always equal fulfillment, and how Jessica knew it was time to pivotThe shift from media & brand partnerships to an insurance-based group practiceThe challenges & rewards of running a telehealth businessHow niching into diabetes & prediabetes transformed her careerWhat it really takes to scale a group practice while staying profitableThis episode is a must-listen for any dietitian considering a career pivot or anyone curious about what it really looks like to build a business that aligns with your values.If this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear about it so please rate & review it!Links:Join our FREE dietitian communityBook your FREE Business Strategy Call today (open to starting, growing or scaling dietitian business owners)Diabetes DigitalDiabetes Digital PodcastFood HeavenCareers at Diabetes DigitalFollow Diabetes Digital on Instagram: @diabetesdigitalcoTranscript Summary:[00:00:00] Welcome & Introduction & Why We're Talking About Hiring [00:02:00] Jessica's Journey: From Journalism to Dietetics [00:06:00] The Birth of Food Heaven: A Media Empire [00:10:00] Staying Consistent for Years Without Making Money [00:14:00] How Food Heaven Made Money: Revenue Streams [00:19:00] Transparency in Business: What Worked & What Didn't [00:21:00] Leaving Food Heaven & The Shift to Diabetes Digital[00:23:00] The Lightbulb Moment: Starting an Insurance-Based Practice [00:26:00] The Reality of Running an Insurance-Based Group Practice [00:32:00] The Challenges of Insurance Billing & Verification [00:36:00] Growth Plans for Diabetes Digital[00:42:00] The Power of Niching: Why Specializing in Diabetes Was Key [00:45:00] Jessica's Typical Day as a Business Owner

Disney Parks Podcast Show #863-Interview With Neil O'Brien, Author of After Disney: Toil, Trouble, and the Transformation of America’s Favorite Media Company Neil O'Brien is an accomplished journalist and historian specializing in media and entertainment. With a deep passion for animation history, O'Brien has extensively researched and written about the evolution of the Walt Disney... The post Disney Parks Podcast Show #863-Interview With Neil O'Brien Author of After Disney: Toil, Trouble, and the Transformation of America’s Favorite Media Company appeared first on Disney Parks Podcast.

Disney Parks Podcast Show #863-Interview With Neil O'Brien, Author of After Disney: Toil, Trouble, and the Transformation of America's Favorite Media Company Neil O'Brien is an accomplished journalist and historian specializing in media and entertainment. With a deep passion for animation history, O'Brien has extensively researched and written about the evolution of the Walt Disney... The post Disney Parks Podcast Show #863-Interview With Neil O'Brien Author of After Disney: Toil, Trouble, and the Transformation of America's Favorite Media Company appeared first on Disney Parks Podcast.

Disney Parks Podcast Show #863-Interview With Neil O'Brien, Author of After Disney: Toil, Trouble, and the Transformation of America's Favorite Media Company Neil O'Brien is an accomplished journalist and historian specializing in media and entertainment. With a deep passion for animation history, O'Brien has extensively researched and written about the evolution of the Walt Disney... The post Disney Parks Podcast Show #863-Interview With Neil O'Brien Author of After Disney: Toil, Trouble, and the Transformation of America's Favorite Media Company appeared first on Disney Parks Podcast.

Code is content. Writers build apps. App builders write newsletters. This is  Every CEO & Founder Dan Shipper's vision for the modern media company. Michael Mignano, Partner at Lightspeed, sits down with Dan to talk about building the first multimodal media company, developing viral software like Cora, and cultivating an audience and talent at Every. Check out our episode with Nathan Baschez, Every cofounder and Lex CEOEpisode Chapters(00:00) Introduction(02:54) Dan's Journey into Coding(03:47) Cofounding Firefly(06:53) The Evolution of Every(15:40) Vibe Coding(24:37) The Creation of Cora(30:12) Every's Product Ecosystem(34:47) AI&I Podcast(35:37) Innovative Uses of AI Tools(37:46) Deep Background and Research Tools(41:07) Exploring AI Models and Their Capabilities(49:14) Voice as the Future Interface(57:04) The Future of AI and Startups(01:03:26) Final ThoughtsStay in touch:www.lsvp.comX: https://twitter.com/lightspeedvpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightspeed-venture-partners/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightspeedventurepartners/Subscribe on your favorite podcast app: generativenow.coEmail: generativenow@lsvp.comThe content here does not constitute tax, legal, business or investment advice or an offer to provide such advice, should not be construed as advocating the purchase or sale of any security or investment or a recommendation of any company, and is not an offer, or solicitation of an offer, for the purchase or sale of any security or investment product. For more details please see lsvp.com/legal.

Commemorating Women's History Month in March 2025, media mogul Jessica Robertson joined the show. She is a co-founder and chief content officer of Togethxr, a media and commerce company founded by four of the world's greatest athletes: Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim, Simone Manuel, and Sue Bird. In 2023, Togethxr was named one of Fast Company's ten most innovative companies in sports and won Media Company of the Year in the 2023 DigiDay Media Awards. Robertson was the head of content at the Players' Tribune from 2015-2020 before joining Togethxr. Togethxr has published a new book entitled “Play It Forward: How Women are Changing Sports to Change the World.” The book is a collection of short stories profiling outstanding women athletes and their journey to stardom. In this episode, Robertson discusses her journey to Togethxr, and the origin of the book idea. She discusses the growth of women's sports and the indicators that certain sports continue to grow. She talks about athletes building their brands and how social media can still help them. She looks to recent ratings success as a springboard for larger platforms for female athletes. She also comments on the role of female broadcasters and how women are embracing new opportunities and still fighting for others. Check out Play it Forward here: https://bit.ly/43C8Qve

Great day or evening, Neighbors and Groovers. This is a short one. I took an article that I wrote about this podcast and made it in an audio version. Boom for the short work...even though writing the article was quicker than recording it. Over on my Substack page, I'm writing articles about the numerous components that make up The MPN Network. I believe this is my fourth article that I've written. More will come, for sure. The plan is to write an article up until December 2025. We're celebrating the whole year in content creating style, and Clear Visions is definitely part of the reason why MPN exists. Again, if you read the article...cheers to 5 years of MPN and the creation of everything around it. Cheers as well to Clear Visions. Enjoy. #TOTHETOP Follow all socials and subscribe to Mr. Al Pete's website: https://mralpete.com and subscribe to The MPN Network website: https://mpn-llc.com. Instagram: @mralpete Threads: @mralpeteMPN YouTube: https://youtube.com/@alpete Substack: https://substack.com/@mralpete Discord: https://discord.gg/HVZCDEPY   Powered by The MPN Network

My newsletter: https://thelongstory.substack.com/   When JJ Hornblass got his first journalism job in the 1990s, his dad made a deal with him: he could spend a few years as a reporter, but he had to eventually make his way over to the revenue side of the media business. It only took JJ a few years to follow through on that deal.   While working as an editor at American Banker, he pitched his bosses on launching a print newsletter covering the mortgage securities market. When those bosses took too long to make a decision, he left his job to launch the newsletter on his own. Flash forward 30 years, and that newsletter has grown into Royal Media, a B2B media company that covers four niche industries.   In a recent interview, JJ explained where he found his initial subscribers for that first newsletter, how he expanded into new verticals, and why he's so focused now on building and selling access to data platforms.  

In this episode, we sit down with Wil Slickers - an industry legend who transformed a single podcast into Hospitality.FM, a full-fledged media company. Wil shares how he scaled his brand from a passion project into a thriving network of nearly 40 hospitality-focused podcasts.Wil discusses the challenges and breakthroughs in building a media empire, from securing sponsorships to expanding into new content formats like video, book publishing, and event management. He also shares his insights on why podcasts alone aren't enough - you need an entire content ecosystem to drive engagement, audience growth, and monetization.Whether you're a hospitality professional, content creator, or entrepreneur looking to scale your brand, this episode is packed with valuable lessons on business growth, media strategy, and the future of hospitality content.Key Topics Discussed:1️⃣The importance of media in shaping the hospitality industry.2️⃣How podcasting serves as a platform for industry education and networking.3️⃣Monetization strategies for podcasters and media creators.4️⃣ The shift from traditional hospitality marketing to digital-first strategies.5️⃣ Wil's personal journey and the lessons he's learned in media entrepreneurship.6️⃣ The future of industry conferences and the role of intimate, curated events.7️⃣How Hospitality.FM is providing value to creators and listeners alike.Connect with Wil:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wil-slickers/ Hospitality FM: https://hospitality.fm/ Ready to take your operations to the next level? Visit https://tnsinc.com/podcasts-alex-and-annie/ to learn more.Get $50 credit and $0 onboarding fee when you sign up for Beyond, the leading dynamic pricing tool for vacation rentals: http://beyondpricing.info/alexandannie#vacationrentals #hospitalitypodcast #hospitalitymarketing

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In this game-changing episode of Brave & Bold: The Personal Branding Podcast, I reveal why adopting a media company mindset is crucial for modern business success and personal brand building. Want to hop on a call to discuss building your personal brand? Request your FREE brand call with me below, and we can set up a personal-brand planning strategy call together! In a call together, I will help you get started with a plan to start realizing your goals and dreams so you can build, grow, and monetize your brand! Request Your Free Personal-Brand Call Here! https://forms.gle/LNMjzcHtXuauGZbv7 Full Show Notes Here: Episode 29: Think Like a Media Company: The Secret to Building an Unstoppable Personal Brand Let's Connect Online! Email me: hello@kimberlygayle.com DM/Connect on IG: @kimberlygayleconsulting

Il 70% degli italiani non si fida più delle notizie che legge. Nell'ultima puntata ne abbiamo parlato con Bianca Arrighini, Co-founder di Factanza, la media company seguita da 1,5 milioni di followers nata proprio con l'obiettivo di riportare fatti oggettivi e imparziali. Ovviamente abbiamo chiesto a lei come riconoscere le fake news e ci ha svelato un paio di campanelli di allarme.Come possiamo proteggerci da tutto ciò? quale è il futuro dell'informazione? come fanno i giornali a rimanere profittevoli se nessuno compra più il cartaceo?Se volete sapere di più di tutto questo andate ad ascoltare la puntata completa.SPONSORSSerenis ha deciso di offrire  una convenzione per tutti gli ascoltatori di Made IT. Con il codice MADEIT7 potrai cominciare il tuo percorso con un prezzo convenzionato clicca qui:https://bit.ly/3Xi1wkL 

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Trump Signs Order to Create U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund David Sacks: “Stablecoins Could Lower Long-term Rates” Czech Republic Ends Capital Gains Tax on Bitcoin FDIC to Update Crypto Banking Guidelines and more! ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com  ---- Natalie's Promotional Links:  Coin Stories is powered by Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI powered, education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more at https://www.geniusgroup.ai/btc-newsletter. Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie  For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie  Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025   Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie  Connect with Bitcoiners and Bitcoin merchants wherever you live and travel on the Orange Pill App: https://signup.theorangepillapp.com/opa/natbrunell ---- References mentioned in the episode:  Trump Executive Order to Create Soveriegn Wealth Fund Trump Signs Order to Create Sovereign Wealth Fund  Howard Lutnick Personally Owns A Lot of Bitcoin  Cantor Fitzgerald Announces Bitcoin Financing Business David Sacks Studying the Feasibility of Bitcoin Reserve  Senator Bill Hagerty's New Stablecoin Bill  Senator Hagerty Announces New Stablecoin Bill  David Sacks' Comments on Stablecoin Legislation Tether's Q4 2024 Attestation Paolo Ardoino Says Tether Won't Hold Long-duration  Bessent Says Focus On Lowering 10-Year Treasury Yields Czech Republic Eliminates Taxes on Bitcoin  Breez Report on the State of Bitcoin Payments  FDIC Releases Correspondence on Operation Chokepoint FDIC Set to Revise Guidelines for Banks on Digital Assets Hester Peirce's Policy Statement on Cryptocurrencies  Tiger 21 CEO Says It Holds $6 Billion in Digital Assets  MicroStrategy Rebrands to Strategy  Trump's Media Company to Launch Bitcoin ETF ARK Invest's Big Ideas 2025 Report ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories   #money #Bitcoin #investing

San Diego County supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer says they are seeking financial damages for the money the county is spending to respond to the youth mental health crisis. Lawson-Remer said social media addiction is fueling that crisis. Then, a new law cracks down on emergency room attacks. Plus, St. Katharine Drexel Academy in El Cerrito is closing down despite community efforts to raise funding and maintain operations.

“I feel like me facing that (skydiving), to me, was more symbolic than anything else.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Gresham Harkless Jr. “Gresh” shares his journey from childhood experiences that shaped his entrepreneurial spirit to facing fears through skydiving. The conversation delves into the impact of military life on Gresh's upbringing, his transition into entrepreneurship, and the lessons learned from failures. What to listen for: Facing fears can lead to personal growth and confidence Skydiving was a pivotal experience for Gresh in overcoming his fear of heights Childhood experiences can shape your personality and adaptability Entrepreneurship was a natural path for Gresh, influenced by his family's background. The importance of taking calculated risks in career transitions Failures can lead to valuable lessons and resilience in entrepreneurship Self-mastery is a journey that requires daily commitment and self-reflection It's essential to listen to your inner calling, even when faced with external doubts “You did something you were afraid to do, which I think is probably, I think the most powerful thing for me.” Facing fear and taking action is an empowering experience. Overcoming fear often leads to personal breakthroughs and self-discovery. Every small victory over fear builds a stronger sense of self. Your bravery can motivate others to face their own fears. True power comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. “If there's something that you're afraid of, it doesn't have to stop you, it doesn't have to paralyze you, you can still continue to do it.” Fear is natural but doesn't have to be a barrier. Taking steps despite fear reduces its hold on you. Facing fears strengthens mental and emotional resilience. Continuing to act shows fear doesn't control your choices. Fear can coexist with progress—you don't have to wait for it to disappear. About Gresham “Gresh” W. Harkless Jr. Gresham “Gresh” W. Harkless Jr. is the founder of Blue16 Media and CBNation. Blue16 Media uses media & technology to change lives. These media properties include Blue16 Marketing, a digital marketing agency providing digital marketing services including web design, website support & SEO services. CBNation consists of media properties (blogs, podcasts, and videos) helping the business community succeed. Central to Blue16's marketing philosophy is that You Are a Media Company and that every organization is in the media business and can strategically leverage marketing tools, platforms, and “ingredients” to reach their goals. He has recorded over 1600 podcast episodes of the I AM CEO Podcast and shared the 100+ business lessons he has learned from recording the episodes in the I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3. http://iamgresh.com http://iamgresh.com/linkedin http://iamgresh.com/instagram Resources: Interested in starting your own podcast or need help with one you already have? Send Nick an email or schedule a time to discuss your podcast today! nick@themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com Thank you for listening! Please subscribe on iTunes and give us a 5-Star review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-and-self-mastery-show/id1604262089 Watch Clips and highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1tCM7KTe3hrq_-UAa6GHA Guest Inquiries right here: podcasts@themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com Your Friends at “The Mindset & Self-Mastery Show”

The guys are joined by DJ Piehowski from the terrific golf media company No Laying Up.  We talk: DJ's work at the PGA tour; Fun projects at No Laying Up; Restaurants in Jax, Milwaukee and Pinehurst; His friendship with Brewers announcer Brian Anderson and the likely 2025 Brewers lineup.

In this episode: Why Frank was nervous during the college football championship [0:35] A word of advice to small business owners [8:22] Big banks are eager to get into crypto [12:19] Trump's policies are bullish for this sector [18:37] World Economic Forum 2025: The reaction to Trump [24:13] Netflix should buy this media powerhouse [26:53] Why automakers continue to struggle [44:54] This corner of the banking sector is poised to thrive [53:55] January 30: Becoming a crypto millionaire in 2025 [59:00] Save your spot for Frank's Jan 30 crypto event: Did you like this episode? Get more Wall Street Unplugged FREE each week in your inbox. Sign up here: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu Find Wall Street Unplugged podcast… --Curzio Research App: https://curzio.me/syn_app --iTunes: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_i --Stitcher: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_s --Website: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_cat Follow Frank… X: https://curzio.me/syn_twt Facebook: https://curzio.me/syn_fb LinkedIn: https://curzio.me/syn_li

Next in Creator Media spoke with Sol Betesh Co-Founder & CEO at Fallen Media, the company behind viral hits like Street Hearts and What's Popping, on why he's bullish on predictable, original series on short form platforms.Betesh also talked about why brands are still asking lots of elementary questions when working with creators, and how he's planning to deal with a potential TikTok ban.Takeaways:• Short-form Video is King: Platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts dominate modern content consumption. • Content Development is Strategic: Successful short-form series like "What's Poppin'" demonstrate the importance of iterative testing and audience feedback to refine formats and achieve viral success.• Monetization Evolves Over Time: Initial revenue streams for creators may start modestly, but with consistent hits and engagement, brands begin seeking partnerships, as seen with collaborations from Adidas and Expedia.• Brand Partnerships Benefit from Custom Integration: Creative campaigns, such as Westin's king-size bed in Central Park, showcase how unique content concepts can elevate brand visibility and audience connection.• Consistency Builds Trust: Regular posting and series predictability resonate with both audiences and brands, much like traditional entertainment models adapted for short-form platforms.• Agile Adaptation Across Platforms: While TikTok leads short-form innovation, creators hedge risks by maintaining strong presences on Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and emerging alternatives like Snap Spotlight.• Creative Collaboration Over Focus Groups: Brands increasingly entrust creators to align with their vision while retaining creative control, simplifying processes to deliver authentic and engaging content.• Future of Short-form to Long-form: Successful short-form series often act as testbeds for scaling into longer formats, bridging gaps between digital platforms and traditional media outlets.Guest: Sol BeteshHost: Mike ShieldsSponsor: VuePlannerProducer: FEL Creative

The start of a second Trump term brings with it new — and old — challenges for the media. Trump has threatened to prosecute reporters and media outlets, has used his regulatory power to punish companies whose coverage he doesn't like and has called reporters the enemy of the people.  The rise of social media has also helped usher in a new era in media more broadly, marked by a fragmented environment and a rise in right wing outlets. Politico's Ian Ward joins Scott and Marisa are joined by Politico's Ian ward to talk about what this means for the next few years.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legacy media companies like Fox News and NBC are experimenting with TikTok to reach new audiences despite the platform's potential ban in the U.S. WSJ reporter Isabella Simonetti explains why. Plus, Apple iPhones include Lockdown Mode, a tool that could help protect users from cybersecurity threats. We explain how the tool works and how it could help you. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak to Isaac Saul, the founder of Tangle, a nonpartisan newsletter offering news analysis from both sides of the political spectrum. Isaac shares the inspiring journey that led him from a struggling political reporter facing countless job rejections to bootstrapping Tangle in 2019. Despite starting with minimal resources, Tangle has since grown to over 125,000 subscribers globally and achieved a million dollars in annual revenue through reader subscriptions alone. Isaac discusses his mission-driven approach to media, emphasizing unbiased, open-minded discourse, and the business strategies he used to make Tangle one of the most reliable news sources today. From managing the challenges of scaling a reader-supported platform to standing out in an overcrowded political market, Isaac provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to build impactful, sustainable media companies.

Bitcoin is up 1% at $92,619 Eth is up slightly at $3,131 Solana, down 1% at $245 Top gainers in the las 24 hours:  Tezos up 29% Hedra up 26% Binance clarifies details around BFUSD Trump's Truth Social eyes BAKKT acquisition Coinbase CEO to meet with Trump over SEC chair and Treasury Secretary appointments. Russia proposes 15% tax on crypto income Gemini expands to France Metaplanet up on BTC buys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

False claims and threats about the 2024 election are expected to get worse after Election Day. How are social media companies preparing?