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(00:00) Andrew Callahan from the Boston Herald is filling in for Hardy today. Should you have to pay a subscription for pageants? Fred’s daughter is graduating 8th grade and it is becoming a big ordeal. How far back do you remember your first memory? (20:25) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Red Sox bounce back and take down the Mariners 3-1. Trevor Story’s 10th home run of the season was a two-run shot that put the Sox ahead 3-1. They now have the night off as they now head to San Francisco and face the Giants and Devers for the first time since they traded him away. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit virginiasolesmith.substack.comYou're listening to Burnt Toast!We are Virginia Sole-Smith and Corinne Fay, and it's time for your June Indulgence Gospel!It's time for a mailbag episode, so we'll be diving into your questions about:⭐️ Virginia's online dating adventures

Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us!  Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame ⁠Youtube.com/RememberTheGame⁠ ⁠Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast⁠ ⁠TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame⁠ And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us some love over at Patreon. Subscriptions start at just $3/month, and 5% of our patreon income every month will be donated to our 24 hour Extra-Life charity stream at the end of the year! ⁠Patreon.com/RememberTheGame⁠ And you can find Dan here: Dissect That Film: https://t.co/0ezBBtfu4c ManaWurm: https://t.co/CYEAbxBZP8 It's well known 'round these parts that I adore Mega Man X. But for some reason, I never really gave the first sequel the time of day. And after almost 7 years of podcasts, it's time to right that wrong. I finally played through it and damned if it isn't almost as good as it's older brother. It's the tried and true Mega formula: take down 8 evil robots, steal their weapons, save the world, and die a lot in the process. Like X, it's got those sexy 16-bit graphics, 'Mavericks' instead of robot masters (which are all very fucking cool), and you can still find those Dr. Light chambers to power up with. I think the only thing missing from X2, in my eyes at least, is the nostalgia I have for the first game. And even then, this one holds up just fine. This a great game. My boy Dan from Dissect That Film returns to this week to talk about his favourite MM game in X2. We work through the robot masters, Zero subplot, soundtrack, weapons, and basically just spend an hour fluffing the Blue Bomber. And before we save the world, I put together another edition of the Infamous Intro! This week, someone asks if I think a video game crash is coming? When will I review some more NES movie games? And if I could be one weapon tool, or accessory from a video game, what would I be? (The answer speaks to my character). Plus we play another round of 'Play One, Remake One, Erase One', too! This one features 3 of the finest Mans to ever Mega: Mega Man 2, 3, and 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

⁠https://murdycreative.co/⁠⁠https://discord.gg/t6rwF9r3BH⁠Learn more about how the Murdy Creative Co. came to be through our short podcast published Thursdays. We will be sharing a unique behind the scenes look at our startup from the founder himself. Tune in daily to hear more. Most businesses over the last decade and a half have pushed some type of subscription service to the public. It's a good deal for the business if you can make it work. But these programs often have some serious flaws, and with the launch of our new membership program, we aim to do better. Listen in to learn more.As always if you are looking for the perfect gift for your boss, student, significant other, or frankly just looking to treat yourself get one of the best leather binders available, assembled in the USA, at https://murdycreative.co/ or follow us on Instagram if you just want to see amazing photos at https://www.instagram.com/murdycreative.co/

In this episode, Pete and Tyler discuss the significant impact of a single word on boosting publisher registrations and the importance of simplifying marketing touchpoints. They explore the effectiveness of free registrations, crafting clear messaging, and the role of welcome emails in engaging new subscribers. The conversation also covers optimizing subscription pages and the critical function of newsletters in driving conversions, emphasizing the need for automation to maintain consistent communication with audiences.

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Are you overwhelmed by streaming costs? John Matrese talks about the average family is now spending $100 a month on subscription services, including streaming, Amazon Prime, and even DoorDash, with hosts struggling to keep track of their own numerous subscriptions and discussing "out of control" price hikes. CNET recommends checking credit card bills and canceling services you haven't used in 3 to 6 months.Sara and KiddChris talk about workplace drama and the ongoing "war" against the bathroom lady at the radio station, who is always on her phone with a "big barrel" and caution sign, often blocking access to the bathroom, which frequently has issues like empty soap dispensers or clogged toilets.Hear about a man who flew for free for 7 years by posing as a flight attendant! Tyron Alexander reportedly took over 120 free flights by obtaining badge numbers and accessing special booking pages, now facing decades in prison for wire fraud and entering secure airport areas by false pretenses.KiddChris and Sara bring up the sad news on the passing of MTV's Ananda Lewis at 52 after a battle with breast cancer, Matt Pinfield's impressive recovery from a massive stroke, and insights into the tragic mental health struggles of a recently deceased Beach Boys member linked to his childhood trauma.

Join us on Pathmonk Presents with Ben Stevenson, Head of Growth at Upgraded, an innovative online electronics retailer. Ben shares how Upgraded's MacBook subscription program offers affordable upgrades for designers and developers while reducing e-waste. Discover strategies for leveraging paid marketing, aligning website branding with Apple's aesthetic, and addressing customer objections to boost conversions. Learn tips for using analytics tools like PostHog and user testing to optimize e-commerce flows. Tune in for actionable insights to create seamless customer experiences and build a sustainable tech retail brand!  

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Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us!  Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame ⁠⁠Youtube.com/RememberTheGame⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame⁠⁠ And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us some love over at Patreon. Subscriptions start at just $3/month, and 5% of our patreon income every month will be donated to our 24 hour Extra-Life charity stream at the end of the year! ⁠⁠Patreon.com/RememberTheGame⁠⁠ And you check out the trailer for Tyler's flick, Contamination, here: https://youtu.be/sXV4YeArtqo?si=PigYGrRBQxiqeP9q Gears of War is the series that reinvigorated my love of gaming back on the 360. It's a fantastic game. But Gears of War 2 managed to top it in every single way. This isn't just one of the best sequels ever, it's unquestionably one of my favourite games of all-time. The gang is back: Marcus, Dom, Baird, and of course, the Cole Train. The story picks up after the events of the first game, and while the combat remains the same, they found a way to improve on it and throw you into so many different scenarios that it never feels played out or boring. Sick story, new weapons, awesome locations, and you even run around inside a giant worm. How could anyone not love Gears 2?? The Dom to my Marcus, my buddy Tyler, returns to the show this week. I love Gears 2 for the campaign, and Tyler gushes about it as well, but also takes a dive into his love of Horde mode and the rest of the multiplayer offerings Gears 2 has to offer. This was as much fun as I've had recording an episode in a long time, and I hope we made all you Gears heads proud. And before we slice up a giant worm, I put together another edition of the Infamous Intro! This week, someone asks what the coolest thing I've done as part of the show over the past 7 years has been? Are these cheap emulation devices you always see on Instagram worth your money? And Play One/Remake One/Erase One: the entire catalogs of Square-Enix, EA, and Capcom. Plus we play another round of 'Play One, Remake One, Erase One', too! This one features 3 of the 360's best: Fable 2, Forza Horizon, and Lost Odyssey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bango CFO Matt Wilson joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company's full-year results for the 12 months ending December 31, 2024, along with its outlook for 2025. The company reported a pivotal year marked by robust revenue growth, rising profitability, and continued momentum across its Digital Vending Machine® (DVM) and Payments segments. For FY2024, Bango posted a 16% increase in total revenue and more than doubled its Adjusted EBITDA to $15.3 million. This reflects both the platform's operational leverage and a disciplined approach to cost management. The DVM platform continued to scale globally, adding nine new customers during the year. That momentum has carried into 2025 with six additional wins, including Bango's first customer in South Korea. In the U.S., the DVM now supports six of the top eight communication providers. A notable achievement was launching Disney+ with Portugal's largest high-street retailer, Continente, within just 12 weeks from initial contact. Bango's payments business also remains a market leader. It continues to be the largest Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) partner for Google Play, the sole DCB provider for Amazon Japan, and the exclusive online DCB provider for NTT DOCOMO—Japan's largest mobile operator. The company's financial position was further strengthened through strategic financing from NatWest and NHN, underscoring confidence in Bango's business model and growth trajectory. Leadership highlighted that investments in DVM, combined with market tailwinds in “Super bundling,” have created a strong sales pipeline. With reduced R&D capital expenditures and the scalability of its platform, Bango expects a significant increase in cash generation starting in FY2026—positioning the company to deliver meaningful shareholder returns. Larbey and Wilson expressed strong confidence and excitement about Bango's path forward. #proactiveinvestors #bango #aim #bgo #MattWilson #SubscriptionEconomy #DigitalVending #Fintech #RecurringRevenue #GrowthFinance #InvestorUpdates #TechInvesting #ProactiveInvestors

Karen Hao has been warning us about Sam Altman's OpenAI for a while now. In her bestselling Empire of AI, she argues that the Silicon Valley startup is a classic colonial power, akin to Britain's East India Company. Like those colonial merchants and policy makers who wrapped profit-seeking in civilizing missions, OpenAI cloaks its relentless scaling ambitions behind the noble goal of "ensuring artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity." But as Hao reveals, this pursuit comes at enormous cost—environmental devastation, exploited labor, and the extraction of data from communities worldwide. The parallels are striking: a private corporation accumulating unprecedented resources and power, operating with minimal oversight while externalizing the harms of its empire-building to those least able to resist. Five Key Takeaways 1. OpenAI is a Modern Corporate Empire Hao argues OpenAI operates like the British East India Company—a private corporation wrapped in a "civilizing mission" that extracts resources globally while externalizing costs to vulnerable communities. The company's stated goal of "benefiting all humanity" serves as ideological cover for profit-driven expansion.2. AI Development Didn't Have to Be This Destructive Before OpenAI's "scaling at all costs" approach, researchers were developing smaller, more efficient AI models using curated datasets. OpenAI deliberately chose quantity over quality, leading to massive computational requirements and environmental damage that could have been avoided.3. The Climate and Social Costs Are Staggering McKinsey estimates global energy grids need to add 2-6 times California's annual consumption to support AI infrastructure expansion. This means retired coal plants staying online, new methane turbines in working-class communities, and data centers consuming public drinking water in drought-prone areas.4. The Business Model May Be Unsustainable Despite raising $40 billion (Silicon Valley's largest private investment), OpenAI hasn't demonstrated how to monetize at that scale. Subscriptions don't cover operational costs, leading to considerations of thousand-dollar monthly fees or surveillance-based advertising models.5. Resistance is Possible and Already Happening Communities worldwide are successfully pushing back—from Chilean residents stalling Google data centers for five years to artists suing over intellectual property theft. Hao argues collective action across AI's supply chain can force a shift toward more democratic, community-centered development.Karen Hao is an award-winning journalist covering the impacts of artificial intelligence on society. She writes for publications including The Atlantic and leads the Pulitzer Center's AI Spotlight Series, a program training thousands of journalists around the world on how to cover AI. She was formerly a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, covering American and Chinese tech companies, and a senior editor for AI at MIT Technology Review. Her work is regularly taught in universities and cited by governments. She has received numerous accolades for her coverage, including an American Humanist Media Award and American National Magazine Award for Journalists Under 30. She received her Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from MIT.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting the daily KEEN ON show, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy interview series. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

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Get ready for a jam-packed episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, recorded live from the Wall Street Conference in Palm Beach, Florida! In this special installment, Lou sits down for inspiring conversations with three dynamic leaders from diverse industries:

The Wall Street Journal has many advantages at a perilous time for news publishers. It has a massive paid subscriber base (4.3 million across print and digital). It caters to an affluent audience. It has a storied brand. While AI is threatening to overwhelm swathes of the industry, the Journal has benefited from advertising from flush AI companies. Yet it isn't immune to the pressures facing publishing overall and news in particular.WSJ CRO Josh Stinchcomb joined the show to discuss how the Journal is using the trust its journalism engenders to make money in new ways that aren't related to either ads or subscriptions, including events, executive communities and as a brand halo for Dow Jones information products.

Zombie memberships are real – and they're feasting on your budget every month. Forgotten fitness app? Digital subscription you thought was cancelled? Auto-renewals can quietly drain your finances if you're not paying attention. Doug Hoyes and Ted Michalos discuss why some subscriptions are so easy to miss, and how to track, cancel, and avoid them going forward. This episode includes real examples, expert tips, and even a personal story from the Hoyes Michalos team, proving it can happen to anyone. (00:00) Are You Paying for Subscriptions You Forgot About? (03:00) Fitness Classes, Digital Apps & Other Zombie Memberships  (07:00) Why Auto-Renewal Is a Red Flag  (12:00) How to Identify What's Draining Your Cash  (16:00) Our Own Zombie Membership Story  (17:30) Why Cancelling Is So Hard  (19:30) Track It and Cancel It Fast  (21:00) Use the “One In, One Out” Rule  (24:00) Try Before You Buy: Avoid Entering Credit Card Info  (27:00) You Don't Have to Give Up What Works for You  Hoyes Michalos FREE Credit Rebuilding Course and Learning Resources Balancing Needs Vs Wants When Budgeting What To Do About Credit Card Debt In Collections Sign Up For The Monthly Debt Free Digest Get A Personalized Debt Plan Disclaimer: The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personal guidance from a financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions, strategies, or digital tools/apps discussed.

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In this ecommerce podcast, Tash Grossman, founder and CEO of Slip, discusses the transformation of shopping receipts into valuable engagement tools for retailers. She shares her journey from management consulting to founding Slip, emphasising the importance of learning from mistakes and the challenges of integrating technology in retail. Tash highlights the significance of digital receipts in enhancing customer experience, loyalty programs, and the potential for subscription services. The conversation also touches on overcoming barriers in retail technology and the future of retail media.Key takeaways:1. Digital receipts can enhance post-purchase engagement.2. Retailers should prioritise the value of receipts.3. Customer acquisition costs are rising, making retention crucial.4. Opt-in rates can be significantly increased with self-service data entry.5. Loyalty programs can be enriched through personalised digital receipts.6. Subscriptions via digital receipts present a new revenue opportunity for retailers.7. Retail media can be monetised through digital receipts.8. Integration with existing systems can be quick and efficient.

Ever feel like you've got 57 tabs open in your brain and everyone needs something from you? Yeah, same. In this episode, we're diving into a conversation that hits especially hard for high-performing women who are juggling ALL the things—work, family, laundry, gym time, invisible mental loads—and wondering why they're so damn tired all the time. I'm sharing a personal deep dive into the truth about your schedule and energy, what a real-life audit looks like (including the parts we'd rather avoid), and how to trade the draining stuff for things that actually light you up. We're talking boundaries, burnout, and why it's okay to delete, delegate, and dance your way back to joy.

This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Today we welcome a new guest host – Joanna Witsch - who has been on the show a few times as one of our expert guests.Joanna Witsch is hosting today's episode which features one of Comarch's most loyal clients - Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC).Her guest is Suryaveer Singh who is the Head of Loyalty CRM and Data at ENOC (more often simply known as Suri).Suri was previously on the show in 2021 and since then the YES Rewards programme has grown dramatically.This UAE-based fuel-led loyalty programme now has over a million members and includes a co-branded credit card, a subscription tier and also a consumer travel proposition, effectively evolving in to a comprehensive lifestyle programme.Please enjoy this conversation between Joanna Witsch from Comarch and Suri Singh from ENOC.This episode is sponsored by Comarch.Show Notes:1) Suryaveer Singh 2) Joanna Witsch 3) YES Rewards4) Emirates National Oil Company5) Comarch6) The Psychology of Money (Book)7) Yes Rewards from ENOC - Fuel, Food & Convenience Loyalty in UAE - 2021 Episode

Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us!  Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame Youtube.com/RememberTheGame Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us some love over at Patreon. Subscriptions start at just $3/month, and 5% of our patreon income every month will be donated to our 24 hour Extra-Life charity stream at the end of the year! Patreon.com/RememberTheGame Everyone around RTG Industries knows I love the NES, and the best games in the NES library are practically royalty around here. That exclusive list includes the Mario trilogy, both Contras, a ton of Mega Man, and of course, the legendary Mike Tyson's Punch-Out...  I have been trying to beat this game on and off for almost 35 years and still haven't reached the top of the mountain. For the longest time, Soda Popinski was my kryptonite. I couldn't beat him as a kid, and he just held court over me (is that a term?) every time I went up against him. I've finally slayed that demon, but the illusive Mike Tyson victory still evades me. For now, anyway. But that doesn't matter. Modern tough games make me crazy, but NES tough games are my torture of choice. I don't think I'll ever get tired of playing Punch-Out, and every couple years I fall into its clutches and spend a month or two swearing at little ref Mario. It's practically a perfect game and I'll tell you why on this episode. And before I get knocked out, I put together another edition of the Infamous Intro! This week, someone asks where most of our listeners are located, so I share some stats. Is there a genre of game I discovered later in life and fell in love with? And what 5 Switch games would I recommend to a newcomer? Plus we play another round of 'Play One, Remake One, Erase One', too! This one features 3 NES sports classics: Tecmo Super Bowl, Ice Hockey, and Baseball Stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for an inspiring episode with Darryl Hicks, the founder of FlexPay, who traces his journey from a childhood shadowed by bullying to becoming a leader in the payments industry. He dives into the critical need for trust and transparency in the payments ecosystem, spotlighting the challenges businesses face with failed payments, especially in subscription-based models. Hicks highlights how recovering these payments can significantly boost customer lifetime value and tackles the issue of false declines, urging merchants to better understand payment complexities. He emphasizes the transformative role of AI and machine learning in crafting smarter payment solutions. Beyond tech, Hicks reflects on how past experiences fueled his entrepreneurial drive, shares lessons on personal growth, and explores the evolving demands of leadership in the tech sector. He also opens up about the hurdles of carving out a new category in the payment industry and offers sharp insights into effective fundraising strategies, painting a bold vision for a modern payment stack rooted in transparency and trust.   Host: Jake Aaron Villarreal, leads the top AI Recruitment Firm in Silicon Valley www.matchrelevant.com, uncovering stories of funded startups and goes behinds to scenes to tell their founders journey.  If you are growing AI Startup or have a great storytelling, email us at: jake.villarreal@matchrelevant.com

Michail Katkoff and Rhys Elliott break down the widening gap between legacy studios bogged down by process and fresh teams building with urgency. From the slow death of bloated AAA games to the shaky economics of Game Pass, they explore why shorter, more creative games are winning hearts—and why team quality now matters more than genre. Plus: why subscription models are struggling, and how devices like Switch 2 and Steam Deck might reshape portable play.Rhys Elliotwww.linkedin.com/in/rhyselliott/Alinea Analyticswww.alineaanalytics.com00:00 Introduction and Background04:52 Fat Cats vs. Hungry Cats22:05 Evaluating Game Development Teams24:36 Investment Principles in Startup Life26:31 The Shift from AAA to AA Games33:25 The Demand for Shorter Games39:45 The Challenges of Subscription Gaming49:04 The Future of Game Pass and Subscription Models53:35 The State of Subscription Services55:50 Live Services vs. Premium Games66:20 The Future of Portable Gaming

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Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey, Podcasters! Podcast subscriptions aren't just for massive shows or full-time creators. With Buzzsprout Subscriptions, every podcaster can earn money from their show! In this episode of Buzzcast, the team breaks down each subscription type, when to use them, and how to start earning. Listen ​wherever you get your podcasts​, and ​text us​ what you think! Industry InsightsYouTube Podcast ChartsSpotify Public Play CountsAsk Megan"How do I use Auphonic to remove breathing sounds?"Check out our blog post: ​The Complete Guide to Auphonic for Podcasters​! Have a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Send us a textBuzzsprout just rolled out a major update to its subscription features! We're talking about the six Buzzsprout Support & Subscriptions options now available. These include premium episodes, ad-free content, back catalog access, early access, subscriber-only podcasts, and listener support. We share tips on engaging supporters without adding more work to your production schedule and cover the new Apple Podcasts integration that allows you to manage both platforms from inside your Buzzsprout dashboard.Mentioned in this episode:Apple Podcasts for Creators new artwork pageSpotify's public play count feature and why it sparked backlashThe mystery behind the ATR2100x mic being discontinuedSound-Off: Have you ever subscribed to a podcast or offered subscriptions on your own show? Which perks made it worth it for you (or your listeners)? Support the showContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Spotify says its ability to direct its customers to external payment links in its iOS app has already had a positive impact on sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the E-commerce Evolution Podcast, host Brett Curry sits down with with award-winning entrepreneur Leah Garcia (https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-garcia-592988/), founder of Nulastin (https://nulastin.com/).Leah has a remarkable journey building a beauty brand with shocking retention numbers—80% blended returning revenue and 65% subscription-based customers. From her bootstrapped beginnings (going from zero to $17.5M before hiring her first employee!) to developing bio-designed elastin products that deliver real results, Leah unpacks the strategies that have made her company a standout success even in uncertain economic times.—Sponsored by OMG Commerce - go to (https://www.omgcommerce.com/contact) and request your FREE strategy session today!—Chapters: (00:00) Introducing Leah Garcia (02:54) Nulastin's Mission and Core Products(07:19) How to Achieve High Retention Rates(12:59) Removing Friction in the Shopping Experience(19:33) Optimizing Subscription Models (25:50) Knowing Your Customers & Fostering Connections(30:50) Improvements to Reduce Churn (37:08) Direct Response Marketing Insights(41:42) Navigating Uncertainty in Business—Connect With Brett: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebrettcurry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@omgcommerce Website: https://www.omgcommerce.com/ Relevant Links:Nulastin: https://nulastin.comLeah's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/leah-garcia-592988Leah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahgarciatv/Heart & Soil Beef Organics: https://heartandsoil.co/__Past guests on eCommerce Evolution include Ezra Firestone, Steve Chou, Drew Sanocki, Jacques Spitzer, Jeremy Horowitz, Ryan Moran, Sean Frank, Andrew Youderian, Ryan McKenzie, Joseph Wilkins, Cody Wittick, Miki Agrawal, Justin Brooke, Nish Samantray, Kurt Elster, John Parkes, Chris Mercer, Rabah Rahil, Bear Handlon, Trevor Crump, Frederick Vallaeys, Preston Rutherford, Anthony Mink, Bill D'Allessandro, Bryan Porter and more

Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us!  Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame Youtube.com/RememberTheGame Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us some love over at Patreon. Subscriptions start at just $3/month, and 5% of our patreon income every month will be donated to our 24 hour Extra-Life charity stream at the end of the year! Patreon.com/RememberTheGame And you can find ye olde Bradley McCue here: Instagram: @TheGamingOdyssey Twitch.tv/VideoGameOdyssey OKami took down Max Payne in the finals of the 2025 Pre-March Madness Patreon Poll Tournament Extravaganza, and after almost 30 hours of playtime, I'm ready to talk about. I agree with everyone that says this game is stunning to look at and the soundtrack is superb. It's creative and tells a story. Honestly, I like almost everything about Okami. Except, playing it... It definitely has some Zelda DNA in it and that isn't a bad thing at all. You're solving puzzles, acquiring power-ups, running through fields. You get to play as a wolf which is rad. I just didn't find the actual gameplay mechanics that interesting. The paintbrush mechanic is sic, but I feel it was under utilized. The combat is kinda boring. And while the writing is really solid (and funny), there's just a little too much of it. My buddy Bradley McCue returns to the show this week. He's a Zelda diehard and liked Okami a little more than I did. I thought it was a work of art that I just didn't want to play, whereas Bradley thought it lived up to the Zelda DNA coursing through its veins. We had a pretty good discussion about this one, so whether you love this game or not, I hope/think you'll enjoy this episode. And before we try to get Issun laid, I put together another edition of the Infamous Intro! This week, someone asks what console has the best ratio of good games to bad in its library? What are my favourite video game quotes? And have I ever turned anything really cool down in my careers as a comedian or podcaster? Plus we play another round of 'Play One, Remake One, Erase One', too! This one features 3 great games where you play as animals: Donkey Kong Country, Sonic 2, and Crash Bandicoot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years, I thought nutrition had to be all or nothing… you either perfectly tracked your food, followed a strict diet, or you were "failing." I spent so much time overthinking every meal, trying to find the “perfect” way to eat, only to end up feeling stressed, guilty, and frustrated.I thought true health meant rigid rules, obsessive tracking, and pushing myself to stick to the latest diet trend.But the truth? Nutrition should be about fueling your body, building strength, and creating habits that support your life, not controlling every bite.In today's episode, I'm answering your top nutrition questions: from intermittent fasting, to how to actually hit your protein goals, to healing your relationship with food in a way that feels empowering, not exhausting.If you've ever struggled with overcomplicating nutrition, feeling lost with protein targets, or rebuilding trust with your body, this episode is for you!I Also Discuss:(00:00) Nutrition Myths You Still Believe (and What Actually Works)(07:41) How Much Protein You REALLY Need (Without Going Crazy)(16:17) Healing Your Relationship With Food (Without Strict Diets)(18:07) Navigating Sobriety When Your Partner Still Drinks(24:47) Why Broads Is Different: Strength Over ScalThank You to Our Sponsors:Broads App – Get structured, progressive training and a powerhouse community to keep you strong, consistent, and unstoppable. Join at broads.app and use code PODCAST for 20% off your first month!Find more from Tara: Website: https://www.taralaferrara.com/Instagram: @taralaferrara @broads.podcast @broads.appYoutube: Tara LaFerraraTiktok: @taralaferrara

In this episode of the Paywall Podcast, brought to you by Leaky Paywall, Pete and Tyler explore the journey of KB Independent, a nonprofit news outlet in Florida, as it transitions from a donation-only model to a hybrid approach incorporating free registrations, memberships, and paid subscriptions. They delve into innovative strategies like introducing friction through limited free access to encourage paid memberships, the significance of building an email list for direct marketing, and how offering a mix of free and exclusive content can drive audience engagement. (00:00) - Tempo: 120.0

Steven Forth is the Co-founder & CEO of Ibbaka and a recognized expert in generative AI in pricing. With extensive experience in the intersection of artificial intelligence and pricing strategies, provides valuable insights into how agents are transforming the pricing landscape. In this episode, Steven discusses the concept of AI agents, their role in pricing, and how they can deliver value in various contexts. Together, they explore the implications of AI-driven agents on user interfaces, pricing strategies, and the future of business interactions.   Why you have to check out today's podcast: Understand what agents are and how they differ from general-purpose AI. Discover how pricing strategies for agents can be structured around value delivery. Learn about the future of agent-to-agent interactions and their impact on pricing.   “Understanding what job your agent is going to do is critical for pricing.” – Steven Forth   Topics Covered: 02:07 – Definition of agents and their functionality.  03:17 – Differences between agents and general-purpose AI like ChatGPT.  05:11 – User interface simplicity and complexity in agent design. 08:16 – The AI agent layer cake and its implications for pricing.  11:12 – Access and usage-based pricing for agents.  14:03 – Outcomes-based pricing and its challenges.  16:16 – Tokenization. 20:27 – The importance of understanding the job an agent performs for pricing.  24:31 – Steven's insights on the evolving landscape of pricing strategies. 31:28 – Steven's pricing advice around agents. 31:53 – How to connect with Steven.   Key Takeaways: “Agents make it easier to do things, and if those things are valuable, we're going to do them a lot more.” – Steven Forth “Pricing agents will require a shift in how we think about value delivery.” – Steven Forth   Resources and People Mentioned: Jakob Nielsen: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jakob_Nielsen_(usability_consultant)  OpenAI: https://openai.com/  Zilliant: https://zilliant.com/  Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/  Salesforce's Agent Force: https://www.salesforce.com/ap/agentforce/  Marc Benioff: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Benioff  AI Agent Layer Cake: https://www.ibbaka.com/ibbaka-market-blog/how-to-price-ai-agents   Connect with Steven Forth: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenforth/  Email: steven@ibakka.com   Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/  Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

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Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us!  Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame ⁠⁠Youtube.com/RememberTheGame⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame⁠⁠ And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, INCLUDING Remember The Game?, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us some love over at Patreon. Subscriptions start at just $3/month, and 5% of our patreon income every month will be donated to our 24 hour Extra-Life charity stream at the end of the year! ⁠⁠Patreon.com/RememberTheGame⁠⁠ I have been wanting to talk about poker video games for about 200 episodes now, and finally decided to spoil myself (thanks Flanders) and dedicate an episode of the show to the video game ports of the card game I love so much. It's too bad they kinda suck. I think you could fire up World Series of Poker today and be pretty underwhelmed. It's ugly, the career mode is pretty thin, and the AI is trash. But back in 2005 when I fell in love with poker and didn't have the bankroll to play at the casino, this was where I got my fix when I couldn't get a home game together. I have a soft, soft spot in my heart for not only the WSOP video games, but WPT and Stacked as well, and I get into all of them this week in a rare solo episode. And before I shuffle up and deal, I put together another edition of the Infamous Intro! This week, someone asks if I've ever written any jokes about gaming for my comedy act? I address the barrage of Titanfall 2 DMs I've gotten lately. And is GTA 6 worth $100? Plus we play another round of 'Play One, Remake One, Erase One', too! This one features the next 3 games I'm planning to cover on RTG: Gears of War 2, Okami, and Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis and D'Marco both have daughters that will be graduating from college this year. Do they get emotional? Also, D'Marco will run into someone he hasn't seen in 10 years! find out who it is? We carry the Bill Belichick interview on SportSCenter as he is live from the ACC. Plus, do you believe that the NBA Draft Lottery was rigged? How many TV subscriptions do you pay for? There are so many to keep up with. The DUMP and SUPER CROSSTALK with MASON and IRELAND! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us!  Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame ⁠Youtube.com/RememberTheGame⁠ ⁠Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast⁠ ⁠TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame⁠ And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, INCLUDING Remember The Game?, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us some love over at Patreon. Subscriptions start at just $3/month, and 5% of our patreon income every month will be donated to our 24 hour Extra-Life charity stream at the end of the year! ⁠Patreon.com/RememberTheGame⁠ And you can check out Mike The Ref's wheelings and dealings here: twitch - ⁠twitch.tv/miketheref⁠ linktree - ⁠linktr.ee/miketheref⁠ This was a special episode for me, because I can't get enough of golf games, and I had forgotten that my love of the genre began back in high school with the legendary Hot Shots Golf. This was like visiting an old friend, albeit an old friend that'll shank you into the rough and screw you over every chance it gets. By today's standards, Hot Shots probably seems a little archaic. It's the classic 3-click system, the graphics are, well, PSOne graphics, and the gameplay can be brutally unforgiving. But look beyond that and what you have is the ground work for a series that so many people have fallen in love with over the years. I wouldn't necessarily say I prefer these to Mario Golf, but there's an argument for sure. My guest this week is the official referee of RTG, Mike The Ref. We both love sports games, and as such, both love Hot Shots Golf. We talk about how tough this game can be, how far the genre has come, and of course, the legendary Hot Shots multiplayer. And before we tee off, I put together another edition of the Infamous Intro! This week, someone asks about Nintendo's consumer-unfriendly practices (which I agree with). Where do I stand on Canadian teams in the Stanley Cup Playoffs?? And yes, I address the new Ecco the Dolphin game. Plus we play another round of 'Play One, Remake One, Erase One', too! This one features 3 old-school golf games: Lee Trevino's Fighting Golf, NES Open, and Kirby's Dream Course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Snag Our Simplified Budget System!Today, we're taking you behind the scenes of our private coaching sessions to share the real stories, real challenges, and real wins that come with building a budget that works in the messy moments of life. From surprise moving costs and mortgage pressure to sneaky Apple charges and Costco overspending, we're breaking it all down. These lessons are too good to keep behind closed doors—because if our clients are dealing with it, chances are you are too.Whether you're in the middle of a big life change or just trying to keep your grocery budget under control, this episode is full of practical takeaways and comforting reminders. We've got your back through every budgeting curveball.What We Talk About:Why moving always costs more than you thinkThe 15-year vs. 30-year mortgage debate (especially for single income households)How a few forgotten subscriptions can wreck next month's budgetThe danger of “extra” money sitting in your accountWhen buying the dream house means saying no to everything else—for a seasonCredit card points vs. actual financial peaceOur honest (maybe unpopular) opinion on Costco and bulk storesBudget Takeaways:Moving is messy—plan as much as you can, but give yourself grace when the numbers don't look perfect.Debt freedom takes sacrifice. But short-term discomfort can create long-term options.Put your bills in one account and pull your rollover money out—no temptation!If there's no wiggle room in your budget, it's not the right time for a 15-year mortgage.Credit card points are not a budgeting strategy. They're a trap. (We said what we said.)4 Ways To Connect With Us:1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It's the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!"