Podcasts about Yelp

Everyone says restaurants are about food, service, or scale. But what if it's really about emotional engineering?Yann didn't come from the kitchen. He came from the world of marketing and strategy. But when he opened Boqueria, he reimagined what a restaurant could be—vibe-forward, high-design, emotionally resonant, and built to scale.In this episode, Yann breaks down why restaurants are “weak link systems,” how to distill a concept to its essence, and why tension—not harmony—is the secret to a space that sings.If you've ever wanted to build something iconic without following industry dogma, this episode will challenge everything you've been told.To learn more about Boqueria, visit boqueriarestaurant.com____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

Rebuilding Health with Oxygen: The Science Behind EWOTClick On My Website Below To Schedule A Free 15 Min Zoom Call:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comOver 40 Fitness Hacks SKOOL Group!Get Your Whoop4.0 Here!Brad Pitzele - EWOT (Exercise While On Oxygen Therapy)www.onethousandroads.comYouTube: @OneThousandRoadsHQIn this episode of Over 40 Fitness Hacks, host Brad Williams sits down with Brad Pitzele, founder of One Thousand Roads, to explore Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT)—a powerful biohacking modality that combines cardio exercise with oxygen enrichment to boost health, performance, and longevity.Brad shares his personal battle with autoimmune arthritis and Lyme disease, a journey that began over a decade ago. After years of medication cycles, painful symptoms, and even a bout with melanoma, he sought alternative healing paths. Conventional treatments offered no long-term relief, leading him to research deeper into root causes and natural recovery methods.When a doctor suggested trying hyperbaric oxygen therapy or EWOT, Pitzele balked at the cost and accessibility of hyperbaric chambers. Instead, he built his own EWOT system, experienced dramatic recovery over several months, and eventually founded One Thousand Roads in 2018 to make the technology affordable and accessible.EWOT involves 15 minutes of moderate cardiovascular exercise while breathing near-pure oxygen through a mask connected to a large oxygen reservoir. Key points:Uses oxygen concentrators to fill a 1,000-liter reservoir.Enables oxygen delivery far beyond what standard machines can supply.Can be used with any stationary cardio equipment (bike, treadmill, rebounder, etc.).Requires only standard electrical outlets and minimal setup space.Pitzele explains that as we age, “inflammaging” causes microscopic capillaries to constrict, restricting oxygen delivery and forcing cells into low-energy, anaerobic states. EWOT reverses this by:Reoxygenating plasma to reach starved tissues.Reducing inflammation and restoring blood flow.Reactivating mitochondria (cellular powerhouses) and promoting new mitochondrial growth.Boosting VO₂ max, endurance, and recovery.Enhancing detoxification, as oxygen helps flush toxins and lactic acid.Supporting fat burning and overall energy production.Unlike hyperbaric oxygen, which relies on external pressure, EWOT uses exercise-driven oxygen demand for faster, more efficient absorption.If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on my podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach me at brad@over40fitnesshacks.com or visit my website at:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comAdditionally, check out my Yelp reviews for my local business, Evolve Gym in Huntington Beach, at https://bit.ly/3GCKRzV

From a wrong-number job interview to running two Bay Area branches and finally launching his own shop, Josh Fleenor lays out how Pest Pros grew from two trucks to a regional force—anchored in multifamily, a “whatever it takes (the right way)” culture, and promoting leaders early so the company can scale without breaking. You'll hear the origin story, the first-year sprint to $747k, the blue-ocean play in property management, and how hugs, hard conversations, and clear guardrails keep the team winning year after year. You'll hear: The misdial that led to pest control, five years at Clark, and the leap after a dissolved partnership.Why multifamily became the beachhead—and how value + pricing flipped “dirt-cheap” accounts into real margin.The year-one LinkedIn blitz, $700k booked in property management, and testing channels by turning Google off.Culture in practice: “no excuses, find a way,” hugs and vulnerability, and guardrails so “whatever it takes” doesn't burn families out.Hiring slow for core values, promoting early to build leadership layers, and a structure that rotates HQ leaders into satellite offices.Tech & tools: cautious AI (great for SOPs, not for phones—yet), contests, and experiences that bond the team. Show links: From Gym Teachers to Service Leaders: The Julio Twins' Story | Last Bite Mosquito, Viking Pest https://youtu.be/DAYxtzhswxs From PE Teachers to Pest Control Owners: The Julio Twins Share Their POTOMAC Experience https://youtu.be/HAx9noqsqTo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgiannamore www.potomaccompany.com https://bluecollartwins.com Produced by: www.verbell.ltd Timestamps 00:00 – Cold open: “Whatever it takes”—and why the team hasn't missed an annual goal in 7½ years 01:00 – Origin story: the wrong-number interview that led to pest control; Clark → Bay Area branch leadership 04:45 – “Meant for more”: deciding to go all-in on the industry 08:00 – Partner plan dissolves; Josh launches Pest Pros with two trucks and a people-first vision 11:55 – Year one: LinkedIn property-management push and $747k produced by December 13:50 – Headwinds: SPB complaints, Yelp shutoff, and finding the blue-ocean in multifamily 16:30 – Pricing for value (not “dirt-cheap”); personal connection as the wedge 18:45 – Financial lumps and learning—what he'd do differently 19:45 – Leadership layers: promote early so managers can practice accountability 22:00 – Morning routine, boundaries, and defining what “whatever it takes” does—and does not—mean 24:50 – Channels & testing: billboards, TV, referrals; turning Google off to see what's real 28:10 – Expansion map: Concord HQ, Yuba City, Roseville; “own NorCal” before jumping farther 30:40 – Rebuilding a misfiring satellite office around core values; HQ leaders rotate in monthly 33:00 – Production targets: $1,400–$1,500/day per truck—without 12-hour burnout days 36:30 – Culture mechanics: hugs, vulnerability, Kings-arena party, Tahoe yacht, contests 42:45 – Hiring for values; when a “maybe” hire isn't a culture fit 44:00 – AI today: SOPs/emails yes; phones not yet—protect the experience 47:00 – Imperfect reps > perfection; posting, writing, and getting better on camera 49:30 – Parenting and adversity: giving his daughter the space to earn her own stripes 51:10 – Closing: mentorship, masterminds, and a people-first vision for the next chapter

Let's talk about something that every coach, creative, and entrepreneur secretly fears: critics and reviews.This episode was inspired by (who else?) Taylor Swift. When The Life of a Showgirl dropped last week, my feed exploded with reviews—some glowing, some downright vicious. And as I was sipping my coffee and scrolling through the noise, I found myself thinking a lot about what it means to show up, be visible, and share your work when you know not everyone's going to like it.Because here's the truth: they won't.I've been dealing with critics since I was ten years old—starting on Broadway, where a single bad review could close a show. Then later as a yoga teacher and studio owner, reading someone's nasty Yelp post about my class being “too alignment-based.” And now as a business and life coach, I see it every day: brilliant entrepreneurs holding themselves back because they're scared of what someone might think.In this episode, I'm sharing:Why the fear of judgment and rejection keeps so many entrepreneurs from growing their businessWhat Taylor Swift and Billy Joel can teach us about resilience, artistry, and creative longevityThe difference between constructive critique and destructive criticism—and why most haters aren't qualified to judge your workHow to build the mindset and self-trust that keep you grounded and confident in your businessWhy you can't and shouldn't be for everyone—and how niching down actually gives you more freedom and fulfillmentThe more passionate you are about your work, the scarier it can feel to put it out there. But this is me reminding you that your business will grow faster when you stop trying to please everyone and focus on the people who are truly for you.If you've ever struggled with visibility, rejection, or the fear of being judged, this episode will help you take a deep breath, stay in your lane, and keep showing up for the clients and community who get it.Get Full Show Notes, Event Sign Ups and More Information Here:http://www.staceybrassrussell.com/podcast

Beyond the Calcium Score: Longevity & Your Own Stem CellsClick On My Website Below To Schedule A Free 15 Min Zoom Call:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comOver 40 Fitness Hacks SKOOL Group!Get Your Whoop4.0 Here!Dr. Khoshal Latifzai - Rocky Mountain Regenerative Medicinewww.RMRM.comGuest: Dr. Kal Khoshal, MD (Rocky Mountain Regenerative Medicine, Boulder, CO) Focus: Longevity, prevention-first diagnostics, and regenerative therapies (peptides, hormones, PRP, stem cells).Origin story & model: After Dartmouth Med and a Yale EM residency, Dr. Khoshal left the ER due to burnout and the “band-aid” nature of conventional care. He built a cash-pay concierge clinic to spend 60–90 minutes with patients, run deeper diagnostics, and create long-term, prevention-focused plans. He does not bill insurance (patients keep catastrophic coverage), which lets him order better tests and avoid the admin churn.Diagnostics that actually predict risk:Starts from top U.S. mortality drivers (cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, trauma in older adults) and then chooses biomarkers that best reflect true risk, repeating them multiple times per year and explaining results in plain English with written notes.Cancer screening: uses blood tests that detect circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) as an early, broad screen; positives are followed by imaging (often full-body MRI or targeted MRI/PET).Heart disease: warns that calcium-score CT can miss early non-calcified plaque (common in 40s–60s). Prefers imaging that sees soft plaque before calcification.Whole-body MRI: advocates this for catching issues (like leg artery disease) that localized scans miss—especially relevant to older adults.Therapies & philosophy:Tools include peptides, hormones, PRP, and stem cells, but only after foundations: exercise, nutrition, and social health—there's no shortcut.Stem cells: strongly prefers autologous (your own) cells that are culture-expanded in a sterile lab, stored, and used over time (IV for systemic repair; guided injections for joints/spine).Cautions against routine allogeneic (donor/cord) cells due to immune reactions and potential long-term autoimmunity.Banking earlier is better, but even older adults can benefit; he shared an 80-year-old scoliosis case that avoided major spine surgery after one procedure.In-clinic process: mini-lipo harvest → lab isolation & expansion → cryostorage (annual maintenance fee ~$350).Advises skepticism about overseas clinics and some cord-blood banks with variable quality/control.If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on my podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach me at brad@over40fitnesshacks.com or visit my website at:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comAdditionally, check out my Yelp reviews for my local business, Evolve Gym in Huntington Beach, at https://bit.ly/3GCKRzV

Eric Bost built something remarkable in LA. Then, like so many, he lost it to the pandemic. But what came next wasn't a pivot. It was a complete reinvention.Today, Eric runs four thriving restaurants in a market many still underestimate—North County, San Diego. In this episode, he breaks down how he rebuilt his career by doubling down on team culture, operational clarity, and a commitment to place over prestige. If you've ever felt defined by a loss—this episode is your reset.To explore his work, visit restaurantlilo.com and thisiscampfire.com____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

"Will Shortz has probably done more to elevate public consciousness of puzzles than any other individual in history." For decades, the name Will Shortz has been synonymous with puzzles. Will Shortz is the crossword editor of The New York Times, the puzzle master on NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday, and the only person in the world with a college degree in “enigmatology,” the study of puzzles. inspired my most famous quote from the show—"Well Jeff, I'm good at Sudoku!" (You should check out the accompanying Bonus Aftershow on Patreon for the full story.) He has inspired David and me in our creative endeavors, like our new podcast PG's Playhouse, and he has inspired many of our past guests too. We talk about how crosswords have evolved to reflect pop culture, the impact of mini puzzles, and why wordplay connects people in ways you might not expect. Will Shortz was an absolute delight to interview, and as you can imagine, he was chock full of stories. I especially enjoyed hearing about how he landed a job at Games Magazine. Will also shares his philosophy on creating puzzles:  What I think I'm very good at is creating clues that are going to entertain people. I always think of the audience. I always think of who's going to be solving. I like to push people to their limit. I want people to break through in the end and to be able to solve the puzzle because that's where they get the satisfaction. That's my goal.  His closing thoughts to us were "I want to make the world a little better for being here." Will Shortz has certainly done so for all of us who love puzzles.     Episode Sponsors We are immensely grateful to our sponsors this season: REA Patreon Backers, PG's Playhouse, Buzzshot, and COGS. We truly appreciate your support of our mission to promote and improve the immersive gaming community.   Support Us On Patreon Today Love escape rooms as much as we do? At Room Escape Artist, we've been analyzing, reviewing, and exploring the world of immersive games since 2014. We help players find the best experiences, and push the industry forward with well-researched, rational, and reasonably humorous escape room and immersive gaming content and events. By becoming a Patreon supporter, you're not just backing a blog — you're fueling a mission to make the escape room and immersive gaming community stronger, more thoughtful, and more connected. Access exclusive Patreon content such as: The Bonus Aftershow The Spoilers Club Early access to escape room Tour tickets and REA articles. Your Patreon support goes toward our mission: paying our contributors, funding our infrastructure, and supporting deep research and industry advocacy.   PG's Playhouse If you love wordplay, puzzles, and trivia, this is the podcast for you! PG's Playhouse recreates a fun game night, all in a short, 30-minute format. Of course, what's game night without making new friends? We bring on different guests for the different episodes. Each episode features a puzzle packed with wordplay and trivia, a short chat with the guest, and a segment exploring an interesting topic. I hope you'll take a listen and play along with us at PG's Playhouse.   Buzzshot Buzzshot is Escape Room Software, Powering Business Growth, Player Marketing, and improving the Customer Experience. They offer an assortment of pre and post game features including robust waiver management, branded team photos, and streamlined review management for Yelp, TripAdvisor, Google Reviews, and Morty. Buzzshot now has integration with the other REPOD sponsors: Morty and COGS. Special Offer for REPOD Listeners: REPOD listeners get an extended 21-day free trial plus 20% off your first 3 months, with no set-up fees or hidden charges. Visit buzzshot.com/repod to learn more about this exclusive offer.   COGS COGS by Clockwork Dog is an easy to use software/ hardware platform for running interactive events, including escape rooms, and other immersive experiences. They have plug & play hardware that seamlessly integrates with their software so you can create a show with lighting and sound cues without having to write a single line of code. Map all kinds of inputs to outputs by building up simple logic steps which determine what you want to happen and when. Special Offer for REPOD Listeners: REPOD listeners can get the COGS Starter Set for only $130 + free shipping to the USA. This bundle is usually valued at $257. You can learn more and purchase your Starter Set at cogs.show. Use code REPOD at checkout.   Production Credits Hosted by David Spira & Peih-Gee Law Produced by Theresa Piazza Supported by Lisa Spira Edited by Steve Ewing Music by Ryan Elder Logo by Janine Pracht  

This week, Gary is going to read some 1-star Yelp reviews from Disney restaurants, and Mike is going to try to guess which restaurants they are. Play along with us!! Thanks for listening, Gary and Mike. 0:00 Introduction 4:00 Name that Disney Restaurant 29:51 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase use discount code (wdwbtg) at check-out to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@wdwbtg) Social media (@wdwbtg)

More of the funniest reviews on the internet! We read reviews for an entire museum, dedicated to the Swedish disco group, ABBA. A haunted house experience, where the scariest part of the whole thing just might be the smell of a drunken employee. A major city's Greyhound bus station, where you may wish to be killed, just to avopid having to use their bathroom & much more!!   Join comedians James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman as they explore the most opinionated part of the internet: The Reviews Section!   Subscribe, and we will see you every Monday with Your Stupid Opinions!! Dont forget to rate & review!!   Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for merch & more Check out James & Jimmie's other podcasts, Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.  

What if your next move isn't another location—it's owning a moment in your guest's life?Mark Rampolla built ZICO into a category and now backs founders with a $600M fund; his playbook is built for operators under pressure. We talk about the five-year reality of product-market fit, why velocity per store beats “more units,” and how owning a specific occasion (post-workout, post-shift, post-party) unlocks scale.Mark breaks down risk discipline—grow deep before wide—and what acquirers actually buy: a future customer and a missing occasion, not just a product.If you're tempted to expand because it feels like progress, this episode shows a sharper path: focus, proof, and traction that travels.To learn more, visit groundforcecapital.com ____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

Funnels are dead. And in this episode of The Growth Minded Accountant, host Lee Reams II and guest Rebekah Barton explain why the old lead-generation playbook no longer works—and what accountants must do instead.For years, firms were told to rely on funnels: fill the top with ads and PDFs, nurture with email, and push leads down until they buy. But in Fall 2025, that's not how clients make decisions.Clients now:Google you, check Yelp, scroll LinkedIn, and DM a friend.Ask ChatGPT who the best advisor is (and trust the recommendation).Get their answers directly from Google's AI Overviews, often without ever clicking a website.The result? Funnels don't just leak—they're broken.In their place comes the Narrative Ecosystem: a consistent story told across every touchpoint—your website, Google profile, proposals, onboarding, and even your newsletters. It's the only way to win in a world where AI is deciding what people see and who they trust.In this episode, you'll learn:Why traditional funnels no longer match today's discovery process.How Google's AI-first SERPs and ChatGPT's dominance are reshaping trust.What a Narrative Ecosystem looks like in practice for accountants and advisory firms.How AI can amplify your narrative across every client interaction.Practical steps to move from funnel-thinking to ecosystem growth.

Join us as Chef Hugo Gamiño dives into the raw and real side of food culture — from calling out the food trends that need to stop, to revealing the hardest cuisines to cook, the most overrated dishes, and even his favorite “struggle meals.” We talk about the importance of food in Latino culture, why some meals are “ugly sexy,” and what life is really like working in a kitchen. Whether you love cooking, eating, or just hearing unfiltered chef hot takes, this episode is packed with laughs, stories, and flavor. Follow Hugo Gamino!https://www.instagram.com/hugo_gamino/ 

Welcome to Cyprus Hollow, population: probably doomed. The kind of town where the local gossip travels faster than Wi-Fi, the Daybreak Motel smells like it should come with a tetanus shot, and the only thing scarier than the crime scene is the Yelp review section. Our Hunters didn't come here looking for trouble—they came here because trouble left a one-star review and posted grainy video evidence to TikTok. In a place where urban legends haunt the Wi-Fi signals and even social media influencers can't spin a death into something palatable, the only certainty is this: you can run from monsters, but you can't escape the RPGBOT.Podcast How to Play series. Show Notes In this episode, Tyler, Randall, and Ash pack up their old apartment and move into Cyprus Hollow, a small town that's part “true crime Netflix docuseries” and part “urban legend Reddit thread gone wrong.” Our actual play session of Hunter the Reckoning kicks off with character creation and backstories, because nothing says “ready to fight monsters” like explaining why your Hunter still owes student loans. The crew investigates the mysterious death at the Daybreak Motel, where mace, missing witnesses, and suspicious managers collide with social media drama and grainy video evidence. As the team digs deeper into this RPG mystery investigation, they battle improvised technology, dead-end leads, and the eternal horror of teenagers who refuse to answer questions. Banter and humor lighten the heavy mood (sort of), but the looming presence of a mysterious figure and a cliffhanger ending keep everyone guessing. This is Hunter the Reckoning actual play podcast content you didn't know you needed: equal parts suspense, role-playing humor, and supernatural horror investigation. Grab your flashlight, load your tulpas, and get ready for the How to Play series that dares to explain both mechanics and memes. Key Takeaways Character backstories in RPGs aren't just flavor—they're weapons against existential dread. Setting the scene in Cyprus Hollow shows how place and atmosphere drive great RPG storytelling. Investigating crime scenes in role-playing games demands attention to detail and patience with unreliable NPCs. Urban legends and social media aren't just modern clutter—they become story hooks in mystery RPG sessions. Technology in RPG storytelling is both a blessing and a curse (especially when it glitches harder than Foundry VTT on patch day). Humor in dark RPG campaigns helps keep tension playable instead of crushing. Tulpas, mysterious figures, and cliffhangers make for suspense-heavy actual play drama. Collaboration in RPG investigation storytelling is essential—though sometimes it just means arguing about who has the flashlight. The Daybreak Motel crime scene has more red flags than a bad Tinder date. Ending on a Hunter the Reckoning cliffhanger ensures you'll come back for Part 2, whether you want to or not. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Luke just composed “the Yelp review of a lifetime!” after some shady shenanigans by the world's grumpiest HVAC company. He and Andrew also discuss One Battle After Another in detail now that they've both seen it. (They save the movie talk for the very end of the show, with plenty of warnings for listeners who want to avoid spoilers. Movie talk begins about one hour and twenty minutes into the podcast.) 

Sexy Yelp! Finding, erm, community at Cinema 1 in Rossville, GA. ALSO: Vision boards with skyscrapers on them. PLUS: A song of the week from Archers of Loaf!!!!Archers of Loaf - "Raleigh Days": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tV3G1O8Tqj0&list=RDtV3G1O8Tqj0&start_radio=1Cold Brew Patreon: Patreon.com/ChrisCroftonChannel Nonfiction: ChannelNonfiction.com

What if your factory was idling, your shelves were empty, and your business had just lost $15 million—and you still chose not to lay off a single person?That's the line Pepper Baumer drew. As the third-generation CEO of Crystal Hot Sauce, he inherited a 100-year-old legacy—and nearly watched it collapse under the weight of supply chain failure, market loss, and generational transition. But instead of shrinking, he stood firm.In this episode, we get into the decision that nearly cost him everything—and why he says it saved the company. Pepper shares why one $100K social media experiment rewired their marketing strategy and how he's introducing a century-old product to an entirely new generation.This one's for operators who believe legacy doesn't mean stuck—and that people come before profit, even when it hurts.To learn more about Crystal Hot Sauce, visit crystalhotsauce.com ____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts reconnect for a public episode featuring casual banter and professional insights. Discussions range from optimal microphone placement for virtual backgrounds, humorously recounting past advertising endeavors, to moving children into college. The main focus, however, addresses IT and consultancy challenges including issues with ISP connections using Unify, effective marketing strategies, customer experience, generating client reviews, and the impact of AI on IT solutions. The hosts share personal anecdotes and valuable tips for both seasoned consultants and newcomers in the field.   The hosts discuss microphone placement and virtual backgrounds, referencing advice from Justin Esgar. Reflections on physical advertising: subway-style ads, banners at trade shows, flyers on community boards, and the effectiveness of old-school marketing versus digital targeting. Personal stories about getting clients from bulletin board flyers, local fairs, and classified ads. The evolution of client acquisition: from random, local encounters to digital, highly-targeted leads and the importance of being listed in the Apple Consultants Network (ACN) locator. The changing landscape of referrals: Google search, ACN locator, and even ChatGPT as a source of new clients. The role of reviews: how to ask for them, where to post them (Google, Yelp, ACN), and the impact of both positive and negative reviews. Anecdotes about difficult client interactions, especially around technical misunderstandings and device resets. Technical discussion: using Unifi's custom SLA (Service Level Agreement) settings to reduce false internet outage alerts, and the value of tools like Uptime Robot. Brief mention of AI note-taking and its environmental impact, with a plan to discuss this further in a future episode. • • Closing thanks to listeners and patrons, with a reminder about Patreon benefits.

Why I'm Changing My Fitness Routine After Hernia SurgeryClick On My Website Below To Schedule A Free 15 Min Zoom Call:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comOver 40 Fitness Hacks SKOOL Group!Get Your Whoop4.0 Here!Glutathione Patch:Episode Summary – Post-Hernia Recovery & New Fitness PlanRecovery ContextBrad Williams (Over 40 Fitness Hacks) shares his post-hernia surgery update and how the recovery process is forcing him to pause and re-evaluate his approach. While the downtime is frustrating, it's giving him space to reset his training and nutrition strategy.Protein-focused intermittent fasting: 180–200g of protein across 2 meals daily.Routine:3 full-body gym sessions (30 minutes, time under tension, circuit style).PT/rebounding on Tues & Thurs.Daily 1–2 mile walks.Planned HIIT trampoline sessions (not always done).Supplements: Glutathione patches boosted caloric expenditure and energy when used, but results declined after stopping.Routine stagnation: Same workouts/walks no longer elevate heart rate beyond Zone 2.Calorie balance: Needs ~1800–2000 calories daily to feel good, but weight loss requires dipping to ~1500, which tanks energy, hormones, and libido.Reluctant to adopt other cardio forms (boxing, yoga, pilates) despite potential benefits.Not interested in “outworking” calories with marathon-style activity like his brother's volleyball sessions.Red light therapy (Trifecta Light): Tried 12 sessions ($200 unlimited). Minimal personal results (slight arm nerve relief), but his 80-year-old mom noticed some weight loss. Brad is skeptical it's worth it for him long-term.Glutathione patches (Lifewave): Previously the best measurable boost on Whoop data, may revisit later.Testing over supplement overload: Pausing new supplement trials to focus on his own experiment with diet/training changes.Nutrition Shift:Move from 2 meals → 3 meals daily.Increase protein to 225–250g/day (all from real meat, no whey or pea protein).Lunch carries most carbs/fats, dinner focuses on salad + lean proteins (Mediterranean style: fish, chicken, crab, scallops).Maintain monthly 36–48 hour fasts for autophagy, while loosening daily fasting windows.Training Adjustments:Recommit to HIIT once per week (30s on/off on rebounder with vest, dumbbells, band, oxygen mask).Keep gym/rehab/walking structure, but recognize the need for stimulus change if progress stalls.Biohacker's Edge:Lean on protein-driven thermogenesis and added lean mass to naturally raise BMR.Hold off on glutathione patches until he proves the new plan works.If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on my podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach me at brad@over40fitnesshacks.com or visit my website at:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comAdditionally, check out my Yelp reviews for my local business, Evolve Gym in Huntington Beach, at https://bit.ly/3GCKRzV

More of the funniest reviews on the internet! We read reviews for a McDonald's, that happens to be in Scotland, where people are terrified of "cheekiness" & ketchup throwing children. A discount store, where one woman rules over the proceedings, with an iron fist, and a bad attitude. A major city's Greyhound bus station, where no one works, but everyone seems to use the bathroom & much more!!   Join comedians James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman as they explore the most opinionated part of the internet: The Reviews Section!   Subscribe, and we will see you every Monday with Your Stupid Opinions!! Dont forget to rate & review!!   Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for merch & more Check out James & Jimmie's other podcasts, Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!

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Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw celebrates in a champagne-soaked shirt while fans swap Shakey's Pizza memories. The Conway Show goes live on Instagram as Yelp reveals the best coffee spots in Southern California. Meanwhile, a Delta plane engine burst into flames on the runway, and SoCal braces for more rain. 

If your guests remember the night but forget the meal, did you succeed?Sara Fay Egan never planned to run restaurants—she built experiences. After a career in high-end event planning, she was thrust into leadership at Beale Street Blues Company after the sudden passing of her father. But instead of mimicking traditional models, she brought an outsider's eye—and a showrunner's instinct.In this conversation, we break down the strategy behind “improvisational hospitality,” the power of sensory immersion, and why giving your team the freedom to perform might be your strongest cultural move. If you've ever wondered how to make your place unforgettable—this is the playbook.To learn more about Beale Street Blues Company, visit bealestreetbluescompany.com ____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants Podcasts

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction (02:26) AI Boom and Market Implications(08:35) Electricity Consumption and AI(16:43) Drafting Future Share Cannibals(21:09) Criteria for Selecting Share Cannibals(41:39) Mark Leonard's Legacy and Constellation Software(47:10) Yelp's Business Model and Market Position(53:15) Compass's Disruption in Real Estate(59:14) Listener Questions *****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

This week on RITY... The Featured Five Theme is Vacancy: The Hotels & Motels Theme... Plus, What is an Oast House and what does it have to do with Fleetwood Mac? The Beatles, Chuck Berry, and a lawsuit. The song that brought them TOGETHER... Memory Motel: It only has a 2.4 rating on Yelp, but it was special enough to inspire a Rolling Stones song... Gary Brooker - of Procol Harum - gives us his take on a George Harrison tune... Deep cuts from Tyler Childers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, REO Speedwagon, Barry Goudreau, Gary Moore, Joe Walsh, and much more! For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Lumo: https://lumo.ag/Great episode for you today with Devon Wright of Lumo. The Lumo story is really interesting for a number of reasons. One of which is that they have managed to take on venture capital, but still remain very focused on serving a very specific market within agriculture. As you'll hear they have resisted the temptation that has led to the demise of so many agtech companies to try to be for everyone and rapidly expand to as many acres as possible. But Lumo is focused exclusively on wine grapes, and for a long time only wine grapes in the areas of Sonoma and Napa Counties in California. Also, Devon is just an interesting dude. I'll read his bio here to give you a sense of what I'm talking about: Devon Wright is an entrepreneur, investor, and the co-founder and CEO of Lumo, where he and his team are on a mission to massively improve food and freshwater security by giving farmers the best irrigation system in the world. He sold his first startup, a local marketing platform for restaurants, to Yelp in 2017. When he's not helping growers dial in their irrigation precision or providing advice to other early-stage startups, he's spending time with his wife and three young daughters on their little farm, or writing cheesy sci-fi romance.

For more Miami Comedy, podcasts, skits, live stand up comedy etc. visit: https://miamicomedy.comMiami looks like a screensaver until the bill hits and the floods rise. In this episode Manny breaks down the unwritten rules for transplants so you do not get priced up, scammed up, and sucked up by the nightlife vortex. From the Hialeah cold plunge to the real flex of hidden cafecito spots, why you need a fade in this humidity, when to shut up about politics, and how Miami will test your money, habits, and relationships. If you want the city to love you back, start here.(00:00) Miami Comedy Podcast: Where the rent is high and the jokes are free(01:58) Hialeah Cold Plunge: Roosters, RVs, and Spanish you'll never learn on Duolingo(05:57) Transplant Survival Guide: How not to get scammed in week one(07:40) Flex Tax 101: Why your jet ski selfie just cost $300 more(10:58) Local Status: Knowing cafecito spots that don't have Yelp pages(22:44) Miami Camouflage: Gold chains, fades, and Spanglish 101(26:20) Spanish Crash Course: From Ola to ‘Qué bolá, bro'(27:16) Miami Politics: Where blue hair meets red hats over cafecito(28:23) Don't Snitch: Why making ‘I just moved here' TikToks ruins the scam(30:45) Love in Miami: Backwards, sideways, and probably toxic(34:28) Miami Will Test You: Finances, morals, and your morning workouts(40:15) Hater Olympics: Why Miami envy comes with bottle service(44:29) Comedy Show Plug: The only thing cheaper than rent this week

Trump jacked up the fee of H-1B visas to $100K… The economic lens? It's a tariff on people.Build-A-Bear's stock is surging this year… because 92% of us still have a childhood teddy bear.Beli is viral restaurant review site challenging Yelp… because stories are better than stars.Plus, Saturday Night Live's key to success?... The Snicker Bar Strategy$BBW $YELP $NVDAWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… Saturday Night Live

Episode 676: Toby and Kyle dive into two big trials tackling Big Tech. First, the FTC is alleging Amazon makes Prime too complicated to cancel. Then, it's a redux of the Justice Department accusing Google of holding a monopoly over digital advertising. Plus, President Trump makes claims that Tylenol is linked to autism. Meanwhile, Toby investigates what's behind Beli, the new Gen Z restaurant review app that is the ‘anti-Yelp'.  00:00 - Talenti jars take some effort 3:20 - FTC targets Amazon 7:00 - Google's antitrust trial part deux 11:00 - Tylenol maker has a PR headache 17:30 - Oura ring booms 22:00 - Beli eats Yelp 25:00 - Sprint Finish! You can try reMarkable Paper Pro Move for 100 days for free. If it's not what you're looking for, get your money back. Get your paper tablet at https://www.remarkable.com today Get your MBD live show tickets here! https://www.tinyurl.com/MBD-HOLIDAY Presale code LETSRIDE Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your restaurant's biggest threat isn't your competition—it's your own irrelevance?Jean-Pierre Lacroix has spent decades helping brands regain their footing after losing touch with what made them matter.In today's conversation, we unpack what's killing restaurant loyalty—and it's not what you think. Jean-Pierre argues that operators are over-indexing on price and efficiency, while starving their brand of emotional connection. We get into how to build a restaurant that creates memories, not just meals; why frequency is the new frontier of growth; and how to design an experience so strong, your customers do the marketing for you.This isn't about promotions. It's about staying relevant, meaningful, and unforgettable.To learn more about his work in brand transformation, visit sld.com ____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

More of the funniest reviews on the internet! We read reviews for a trailer park, that the residents seem to want investigated for fleas that cover people & general trash concerns. A mini golf course, where the blacklight conditions are the only attraction, but a particular employee makes it less attractive. A highway gas station, where the bathrooms are scary & you may have to fight someone, wearing a visor & much more!!   Join comedians James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman as they explore the most opinionated part of the internet: The Reviews Section!   Subscribe, and we will see you every Monday with Your Stupid Opinions!! Dont forget to rate & review!!   Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for merch & more Check out James & Jimmie's other podcasts, Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!

Mom of the week, Dad of the week, never happened story and more selfish people not getting their way and writing bad reviews to hurt businesses.

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In this Reel Insights episode, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with creator Matt Roller (Rick & Morty) and stars Eliza Coupe and Jimmi Simpson about their hilarious and spooky new animated series, The Haunted Hotel.Matt opens up about crafting the show's nostalgic opening sequence, balancing horror with comedy, and why he fought to make the theme song as catchy as The Simpsons or Bob's Burgers. Eliza and Jimmi dive into ghostly mischief, the fun of imagining their own hauntings, and even share one-sentence Yelp reviews for the UnderVeil Hotel.From behind-the-scenes stories about working with the Rick & Morty team and Titmouse Animation to playful debates about which pop culture characters should check into The Haunted Hotel, this conversation is a spirited and funny look at what makes the show stand out.Subscribe for more celebrity interviews, movie news & trailers from Nerdtropolis!Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebookInstagramTwitter

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.  

Most restaurant owners think better food or better service will win the game. But Allan Dib has a different take: your product is not your problem—your marketing is.Allan is the best-selling author of The 1-Page Marketing Plan, and in this conversation, he dismantles the myths that keep restaurants stuck. We get into the high cost of bad positioning, why most marketing attracts the wrong customers, and the dangerous assumption that quality alone will drive sales.He shares how loyalty is about identity, not discounts—and why clarity, not complexity, is the real growth lever.This is for operators who are tired of being the best-kept secret and ready to market like they mean it.To learn more about his work and access free tools, visit https://allandib.com/____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

In this episode, Scott (@MillionDollarLandscaper) is joined by Jake Hundley and Cody See of Evergrow Marketing to break down the truth about online ad platforms—and which ones landscapers should actually be using. They dig into Google Ads vs. Local Service Ads (LSAs), why Nextdoor might be your best-kept secret, how Yelp and Angi's can work (but only if you respond fast), and why the real problem usually isn't the platform—it's your sales process. If you've ever said, “That platform doesn't work,” you'll want to hear this.   They also share how AI voice answering services are changing the game for landscapers who can't always answer the phone—and why failing to follow up is costing you jobs.   Welcome to The Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast w/Scott Molchan, landscaper-turned-coach helping business owners stop spinning their wheels, build smart systems, and finally run a profitable company without burning out. On this podcast, you'll hear how to attract better customers, price your work for profit, and learn the lessons Scott picked up while scaling his own landscaping business.  

Robbie is involved in the restaurant industry, Jay is involved in food media, and Art has a storied history in food marketing.  It's a wonder that the episodes aren't shorter so they can get to lunch faster.  And it's no wonder that the subjects often trend towards food. This episode evolved out of both hunger and a listener request.  The Guys are based in an SEC college football town, and it's the beginning of the season.  Fans gotta' eat, but where?  What if all the well-known and loved places in town have long waits?  Or what if there are terrific places to grab a bite that might not even show up on Yelp?  That's what The Guys are here for.  Art was out of the studio (eating?) but still sent in his favorites.  Local places are covered, with plenty of emphasis on gas stations and grocery stores, plus spots in surrounding counties that are easily accessible on the way in or out of town.   If you're hungry for another Superman movie, it's coming … tomorrow, but in 2027.  If you want to buy Darth Vader's light saber, you're too late.  And if you want to eat dinner at The Shed at Dulwich, you'd better have a backup plan.  See you off the beaten path.

This week we're breaking down the top 5 hacks for processing deer snack sticks from grind to smoke, and everything in between. Then we switch gears and dive into the wild world of dining out, including some recent restaurant mishaps, when it's okay to send food back, and whether leaving that Yelp review actually makes a difference.

Guys! This is a big week, we are two hundred episodes in, and we decided to celebrate the only way we know how.....by wandering into the shadowy corners of the internet. From Craigslist posts that feel like missing-persons reports to Yelp reviews that read more like haunted house confessions, we're digging into the eerie, the absurd, and the downright suspicious. Lock your doors, dim the lights, and join us for a milestone episode that proves: The scariest things aren't always on the news…sometimes they're on page three of the classifieds.Spank you for listening. Do less God bless. Gloom & Bloom out!

Creatine Without the Bloat: Con-Cret's Founder on HCL vs. MonohydrateClick On My Website Below To Schedule A Free 15 Min Zoom Call:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comOver 40 Fitness Hacks SKOOL Group!Get Your Whoop4.0 Here!Mark Faulkner - Con-Cret SupplementsSocial Media: @concret_creatinewww.Con-Cret.comBrad opened by sharing your personal experience with creatine monohydrate — its benefits for strength and endurance, but also the downside of bloating and water retention that kept you from using it consistently. Mark clarified that “HCL” vs. “hcl” is just a marketing capitalization difference and explained that creatine hydrochloride (HCL) can offer the same benefits with fewer side effects due to its superior bioavailability.Mark shared his science-heavy background (physics, biochemistry, toxicology) and his experience co-founding a forensic toxicology lab. His team built the NFL's steroid testing program, which sparked his interest in safe, legal performance enhancers. After selling the lab, he partnered with sports medicine researchers to find steroid alternatives that could help athletes recover and maintain strength safely. This search led to creatine HCL, which showed strong results for strength, endurance, and recovery without the typical side effects of monohydrate.Bioavailability & Efficiency: Creatine HCL is more easily absorbed due to its chemical structure and compatibility with stomach acid (HCL), allowing smaller doses to deliver more creatine to muscle, brain, and immune cells.Side Effects: Princeton research shows over 50% of men and 75% of women experience bloating and GI distress with monohydrate, which is largely avoided with HCL.Performance Benefits: Faster recovery, increased training capacity, and leaner muscle gains compared to monohydrate.Mark emphasized that creatine supports all cells — not just muscles:Brain health & cognition: Supports energy for thinking and memory.Immune system: T-cells upregulate creatine receptors before attacking pathogens or abnormal cells (e.g., cancer), so adequate creatine helps them “win the fight.”Disease prevention & longevity: The CDC is investigating low creatine levels as a factor in rising chronic disease rates.Mark provided a three-tier approach:Daily Health: 750 mg per day for most people.Exercise / Biohacking: 750 mg per 100 lbs of body weight 30–60 minutes pre-workout (double up on very strenuous days).Medical/Disease States: Higher doses (up to 4–6 g daily) split into multiple servings.He also noted that creatine should be taken daily with no need to cycle off, and extra doses can help with fatigue, poor sleep, or jet lag.Mark stressed that over 90% of creatine is made in China, and quality can vary dramatically. Con-Cret is the only U.S.-made creatine, manufactured in an NSF-certified facility in Nebraska, ensuring purity and safety for athletes who undergo drug testing. Con-Cret holds multiple patents for its creatine HCL technology, further setting it apart.If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on my podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach me at brad@over40fitnesshacks.com or visit my website at:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comAdditionally, check out my Yelp reviews for my local business, Evolve Gym in Huntington Beach, at https://bit.ly/3GCKRzV

The Nightmare of Eveline Shadow was a haunting experience where guests stepped into the nightmarish writings of a horror novelist. They had to navigate a hotel filled with nightmares, while being guided by the narrator's prompts and scripts. The closure of hotels during the pandemic quarantine era created a golden opportunity for a trio of talented creators from the Benelux region. Alexander Gierholz of Logiclocks, Jeroen van Hasselt of Entered, and Meggy Pepelanova came together to create a unique horror experience set in an entire empty wing of a hotel. Alas, they experienced their own nightmare when lockdown regulations became even more restricted. They had to put their experience on hold, and then suddenly regulations lifted entirely, and the hotel began to resume normal operations. Their window for hosting The Nightmare of Eveline Shadow at an empty hotel vanished, and we're left with only handful of photos and this Spoilers Club series as evidence of its existence.   To listen to Part 2, and the rest of the Spoilers Club category, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/roomescapeartist      Episode Sponsors Thank you to our sponsors: Buzzshot, COGS by Clockwork Dog, and Patreon supporters like you.    Buzzshot Buzzshot is Escape Room Software, Powering Business Growth, Player Marketing, and improving the Customer Experience. They offer an assortment of pre and post game features including robust waiver management, branded team photos, and streamlined review management for Yelp, TripAdvisor, Google Reviews, and Morty. Buzzshot now has integration with the other REPOD sponsors: Morty and COGS. Special Offer for REPOD Listeners: REPOD listeners get an extended 21-day free trial plus 20% off your first 3 months, with no set-up fees or hidden charges. Visit buzzshot.com/repod to learn more about this exclusive offer.   COGS COGS by Clockwork Dog is an easy to use software/ hardware platform for running interactive events, including escape rooms, and other immersive experiences. They have plug & play hardware that seamlessly integrates with their software so you can create a show with lighting and sound cues without having to write a single line of code. Map all kinds of inputs to outputs by building up simple logic steps which determine what you want to happen and when. Special Offer for REPOD Listeners: REPOD listeners can get the COGS Starter Set for only $130 + free shipping to the USA. This bundle is usually valued at $257. You can learn more and purchase your Starter Set at cogs.show. Use code REPOD at checkout.   Become a Patron Today! Supporitng us on Patreon helps to fund our work, pay our team, and it grants you access to an incredible library of bonus content including:  The REPOD Bonus Show The Spoilers Club The Travelogue Series Thank you to all of our ongoing supporters

More of the funniest reviews on the internet! We read reviews for a retirement village in Florida, where the drubken fights are only stopped by drunken orgies. A grocery store, where you can learn to understand insults in other languages, while petting all the cats that may desire. A personal item that either makes you feel fry & fresh, or like you have pants full of paste & much more!!   Join comedians James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman as they explore the most opinionated part of the internet: The Reviews Section!   Subscribe, and we will see you every Monday with Your Stupid Opinions!! Dont forget to rate & review!!   Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for merch & more Check out James & Jimmie's other podcasts, Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!

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Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.  

Chris Adams does. He's built a business on showing some of the biggest brands in the world how to make guests feel something—without faking it.In this episode, we dig into what defines modern luxury and why it has less to do with money and more to do with culture, people, and emotional precision. Chris shares how AI and tech can enhance—not replace—hospitality, why perceived value is the new battlefield, and what most operators get wrong about training.If you're still trying to out-system your staffing problems, this is your wake-up call. Luxury isn't about perks. It's about people. And Chris is here to show you how to invest in them the right way.To learn more about Ellis Adams Group and their work in luxury hospitality, visit ellisadamsgroup.com____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

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