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Founder’s Quest

Game Founder Support Community

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Welcome to Founder’s Quest, a podcast about different individual’s journey of founding a game studio. Our conversations are focused on the founder’s journey for startup game studios, learning more about what it took for different folks to make the jump into their own company and what they’ve learned along the way. We’ll end up talking to founders at all different stages of their journey, what advice they’d have for others going on that path, and how they support themselves along the way.
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Andrew Pappas, founder of RenGen Marketing helps take indie devs and their games to a whole new level by discussing business best practices and sharing marketing strategies and tips to better navigate the world of indie game marketing. Regardless if you’re an indie dev starting out or a veteran small team, the topic discussions apply to anyone wanting to better understand the online environment and stand out in a saturated market. A marketer since 2011, Andrew has found a passion for applyin ...
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Indie Game Movement

Andrew Pappas, Game Marketing Strategist and Consultant

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Andrew Pappas, founder of RenGen Marketing helps take indie devs and their games to a whole new level by discussing business best practices and sharing marketing strategies and tips to better navigate the world of indie game marketing. Regardless if you’re an indie dev starting out or a veteran small team, the topic discussions apply to anyone wanting to better understand the online environment and stand out in a saturated market. A marketer since 2011, Andrew has found a passion for applyin ...
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I'm so down bad for American soccer, I bought a 1994 Toyota Hiace, quit my real life, and travel to experience the game in every corner of the continent. Join me in finding community along the way.
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Silly Little Social

Authentic Community Marketing

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You can change your life with "Silly Little Social" – people are doing it everyday! But honest conversations are hard to come by when everyone is just sharing their highlight reels. At SLS, we take our work seriously, but not ourselves while we chat about the ever-evolving world of social media! Listen for the freshest trends, insider strategies, and hilarious untold stories behind viral moments. Silly Little Social is hosted by Lindsay Donnelly, CEO and Founder of multi 6-Fig marketing agen ...
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I’m Rebecca Smith, your podcast host, and High Performance Coach. I’m Director of Complete Performance Coaching and founder of The #PerformHappy Community.Maybe you’re a gymnast with a fear of going backwards. A swimmer who can’t seem to go any faster. Or a parent who is clueless about how to help your child succeed. You might be stepping up to tougher competition and looking to raise your game. Whether you're struggling with a mental block, or you just had the best season of your life, this ...
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Welcome to Home Education with Ease, the podcast that helps you create lifelong learners and embrace a holistic approach to education at home. I’m Christine Furman—certified Elementary and Special Education teacher, homeschool mom, founder of EduPlay Learning and Momspiration412 Worldwide, and a passionate advocate for empowering families to find joy and ease in their educational journey. Whether you’re a seasoned homeschooler, new to the idea, or juggling work and home education, this podca ...
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Inside Outside Innovation

Brian Ardinger, Founder of Inside Outside Innovation podcast, InsideOutside.io, and the Inside Outside Innovation Summit

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Inside Outside Innovation explores the ins and outs of innovation with raw stories, real insights, and tactical advice from the best and brightest in startups & corporate innovation. Each week we bring you the latest thinking on talent, technology, and the future of innovation. Join our community of movers, shakers, makers, founders, builders, and creators to help speed up your knowledge, skills, and network. Previous guests include thought leaders such as Brad Feld, Arlan Hamilton, Jason Ca ...
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The high-impact podcast for hockey parents, coaches & players who want to build champions—on and off the ice. Are you a hockey parent, coach, or organization leader looking for a proven way to help your athletes: ✅ EARN more ice time & step into leadership roles ✅ Stand out for the right reasons & grow as leaders ✅ Improve discipline, communication & accountability ✅ Eliminate parent drama, excuses & confusion ✅ Strengthen team culture & build championship habits Welcome to Warrior Confidenc ...
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10 Minutes of Talk

Jamilah Lawry aka Nina Capone

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Dive deep into the rhythm of the streets and the pulse of current events with "10 Minutes of Talk," hosted by the inimitable Business CEO and Hip Hop Influencer, Jamilah Lawry also known as Nina Capone. Every episode promises a concentrated dose of insights, delivered with the unique flair that only Nina can provide. From the latest headlines to the underground beats, from boardroom strategies to back-alley tales, this podcast is a melting pot of everything you need to stay informed and insp ...
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Mastering Agility

Sander Dur and Jim Sammons

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Why is it that products are so hard to develop and deliver? How can we truly deliver value with so many different variables that can affect the outcome? We are Sander Dur and Jim Sammons, professional consultants and trainers who support organizations in their pursuit of creating valuable products. Passionate about helping the community and practitioners apply the theory many authors and thought leaders bring to the industry, we started this podcast to make these concepts more accessible. Th ...
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A podcast on the Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) related to the Sandbox Game (TSB), where we explore learning topics, news, items of interest, and emerging concepts within the Sandbox DAO. The Sandbox Game is an online game where gamers play experiences created by other gamers. The Sandbox is a combination of Minecraft, the Sims, and Second Life, and lives in the same sphere as Decentraland and Roblox. Roblox is "the ultimate virtual universe that lets you create, share experienc ...
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Wear Wag Repeat: From Passion to Profit in the Pet Industry

Tori Mistick | Pet Business Growth Expert, WWR Society Founder

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Ready to transform your pet passion into a thriving business? The Wear Wag Repeat podcast is your roadmap to building a sustainable, profitable pet business without the overwhelm. Hosted by Tori Mistick, digital marketing expert and founder of Wear Wag Repeat Society, each episode delivers actionable strategies specifically for independent pet entrepreneurs who want to stand out online and create meaningful impact. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: 🐾 Monthly Expert Interviews: Deep-dive marketing worksh ...
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Ask any successful CEO about the most valuable aspect of their company and they'll inevitably answer, “their people”. And who is it that’s responsible for their people? It’s Human Resources. In fact, HR is the backbone of any elite organization. They attract, develop and engage top talent, progress culture, secure and manage important benefit programs, make sure you are appropriately paid, protect the best interest of each employee and the company and so much more that quite frankly often ge ...
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The Squad Podcast

Danielle Donovan

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Welcome to The Squad Podcast - a fitness and wellness-focused podcast for anyone looking to unlock their full potential! Here in the SQUAD we know that anything is possible when you have the right support system - which is why each week we are sitting down with everyone from industry CEOs, top athletes, and fitness + beauty experts to share their best tips and advice on how to follow your passion and crush your biggest dreams. Whether you are looking to level up your fitness game, get the be ...
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An Uncommon Dialogue

Flerida @ Healing Networks

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Flerida from Healing Networks is a Spiritual Advisor, Intuitive + Psychic Medium who does energy readings for people all over the world via video chat. Offers personalised coaching to those wanting to enhance their intuitive gifts and develop their natural talents. 'An Uncommon Dialogue' is a storytelling platform, for all sorts of creatives, healers and game changers who discuss their chosen line of work, passion, drive, life lessons, plus challenges... whilst dropping little 'gold nuggets' ...
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Welcome to Antonio Bravata's Business Coaching & Optimization Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship and business success. Join your host, Antonio Bravata, a seasoned Business Engineer, Exit Strategist, and Growth CEO, as he brings you inspiring conversations with accomplished business owners, industry experts, and thought leaders. Each episode is a journey into the stories behind the success, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned. Antonio believes in the powe ...
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n this reflective and insightful episode, Jim is joined by organizational coach Anna Lavrova to unpack her talk at the Scrum Master Summit and dive into the real mechanics of organizational culture. They discuss why people often feel "off" in their roles—not because of the work, but because of the culture—and how leaders can make sense of multicult…
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Mainstream game development is at a crossroads—bloated budgets, safe bets, and sequel fatigue are threatening innovation. But the indie scene might just be the industry’s best hope. In this episode, our guest unpacks how indies are not only surviving but reshaping the gaming landscape. We dig into what makes indie studios uniquely suited to lead th…
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In this heartfelt and inspiring Summer Short episode, Christine is joined by Samantha Cook—a busy business owner, coach, and homeschool mom of two. Sam opens up about her initial skepticism around homeschooling, her biggest fear (teaching reading!), and how the Reading FUNdamentals Program completely changed her confidence and her daughter’s learni…
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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, Coach Rebecca dives into a powerful Q&A session centered around one of the most difficult crossroads in an athlete’s journey—deciding whether to keep going or walk away from their sport. Whether you’re deep in upgrade season, dreading practice, or feeling the spark fade, this episode offers clarity and compass…
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Today we’re talking with Stephan Cotichini, founder of 81monkeys. We talk about his path from owning a restaurant in his 20s, to working at a fast-scaling game startup, and ultimately choosing not to relocate for a AAA role, instead launching his own studio. That path included work-for-hire gigs, financial risk, Kickstarter, and a brand partnership…
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I’ve been reflecting on all the conversations we’ve had in Season 2, and some clear themes are jumping out. In this solo episode, I’m sharing the biggest takeaways from interviewing full-time creators. We’re talking about the real ways creators are making money in 2025 (hint: it’s not just brand deals), the difference between building a platform an…
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What started as a few Canva memes turned into a full-fledged movement. In this episode, I chat with Tara Clark—founder of Modern Mom Probs—about how she grew her parenting content into a powerful brand that includes a viral Instagram presence, a book, a podcast, and multiple income streams. We talk about her early days on social media, how she navi…
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Leveling up in real life takes more than just discipline, passion and trying to level up others, it takes smart design. In this episode, we explore how game design principles can help us, devs and creators, develop practical life skills, reframe personal challenges, and even learn more effectively from that process. To today, we’re going unpack how…
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Leveling up in real life takes more than just discipline, passion and trying to level up others, it takes smart design. In this episode, we explore how game design principles can help us, devs and creators, develop practical life skills, reframe personal challenges, and even learn more effectively from that process. To today, we’re going unpack how…
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In this heart-filled and resource-packed summer short, Christine Furman, your home education expert and founder of EduPlay Learning, dives into how foundational reading skills can be nurtured through playful, everyday moments. Christine shares five simple pillars of early literacy in mom-friendly language, offering tangible ways to strengthen your …
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This is a bit of a different episode for us, where we dive deeply into a particular aspect of the founding journey. In this case we're talking with Andy Mauro, who's been on the show before, about his recent fundraise and lessons he learned through it specific to pitching, in this case to venture. We try to really break down what actually happened,…
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Want to know what I look for when I audit a creator’s social media account? In this solo episode, I walk you through the exact process I use inside the Authentic Creator Network to help creators improve their online presence. Whether you’re aiming to grow a community or pitch brands as a UGC creator, there are three key categories I use to evaluate…
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Has your athlete suddenly developed a fear of a skill they’ve done a hundred times before? You know they can do it physically, but something’s holding them back… and no matter what you try, nothing seems to help. In this week’s PerformHappy podcast episode, I’m diving into three hidden warning signs that you, as a well-meaning parent, might acciden…
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Indie devs often wear too many hats, making it hard to give each area, like production, marketing, and community the attention it deserves. But what happens when you're stretched too thin? How does that affect your game, your message, and the trust you've built with players? In today’s discussion, we’ll look at the real-world challenges of running …
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Indie devs often wear too many hats, making it hard to give each area, like production, marketing, and community the attention it deserves. But what happens when you're stretched too thin? How does that affect your game, your message, and the trust you've built with players? In today’s discussion, we’ll look at the real-world challenges of running …
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“Mental fitness is like going to the gym—but for your mind.” In this insightful episode, Jim welcomes René de Leijer—Agile Coach, Scrum Master, and co-creator of The Inner Game—to explore what it truly means to help people, teams, and organizations grow. René shares his philosophy on being “strategically lazy,” the importance of psychological safet…
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In this intentional summer short episode of Home Education with Ease, Christine Furman explores the topic of screen time—without guilt, shame, or one-size-fits-all rules. She shares how her family uses screen time with purpose, the importance of monitoring content, and how parents can be more intentional with media during the summer (and all year l…
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In this thought-provoking episode, Jim sits down with Tobias -Tobi- Mende, engineering leadership consultant and speaker at the upcoming Online Scrum Master Summit from June 17-19 to explore the real challenges of decision-making in agile teams. Drawing from 15+ years of experience, Tobi shares how poor visibility, lack of strategy, and fear of fai…
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What happens when a viral TikTok rant about invisible labor turns into a coaching business with over a million followers? In this episode, I chat with Zach Watson—better known as the Mental Load Coach—about his journey from burnt-out teacher to full-time creator, coach, and accidental advocate for dads doing better. We get into how he built his aud…
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Feel boxed in by your niche? Struggling to evolve your content without losing your audience? In this solo episode, I’m getting real about the pressures of personal branding, the fear of changing your focus, and what to do when life gets too complicated to share online. We talk about how to stay authentic without oversharing, the difference between …
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In this week’s PerformHappy Podcast, I’m joined by sport parent and PerformHappy alum, Susan Bardack, for a real, honest conversation about the rollercoaster of raising an athlete. Susan shares her daughter Ashland’s journey from gymnastics to D1 college diving, including how they navigated tough mental blocks and the moment everything shifted—when…
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Many developers dream of going viral, but few understand what it actually takes to get there. While focusing on virality isn’t everything, it can help build momentum. So today, we’re going to talk about how to identify, shape, and publish games with viral potential, all without chasing trends or sacrificing originality, by learning what early signa…
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Many developers dream of going viral, but few understand what it actually takes to get there. While focusing on virality isn’t everything, it can help build momentum. So today, we’re going to talk about how to identify, shape, and publish games with viral potential, all without chasing trends or sacrificing originality, by learning what early signa…
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Ep. #399: Before 400 Drops… Here’s the Truth That Built It All - Why Talent Alone Won’t Get You Ice Time (or Respect)—and What Actually Will. Summary In this episode, Rich Grogan discusses the essential qualities that separate successful hockey players from the rest. He emphasizes the importance of identity, character, and leadership in achieving s…
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In this Summer Short episode of the Home Education with Ease podcast, Christine Furman shares how everyday summer activities can become meaningful learning experiences for your children—without adding anything extra to your plate. From reading menus and calculating tips at a restaurant to exploring the grocery store, playing family games, and bakin…
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Are you doing all the right things in your business... but still feeling stuck? You might be caught in a silent sabotage loop. 😵‍💫 In this powerful episode of 10 Minutes of Talk, hosted by award-winning entrepreneur and CEO of My Biz Consulting, Jamilah Lawry (aka Nina Capone), we sit down with Emma S. Lyons, renowned Money Block Breakthrough Exper…
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What happens when you move across the world, become a mom, and launch a business—all at once? In this episode, I sit down with Emily San Jose, the creator behind Mama in Madrid, to talk about her journey from the U.S. to Spain, building a digital platform from scratch, and launching a business to support expat moms abroad. We talk about content cre…
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On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Jeremy Kourdi and Jonathan Besser, authors of the new book, 50 Ideas that Changed the World of Work. From the Growth Mindset to Business Model Canvas, we delve into their guidebook for some of the key concepts, models, and frameworks that are shaping business leadership and workp…
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There’s a specific kind of heartbreak that hits when your child doesn’t get moved up to the next level, especially when all their friends do. You see it in their face. You feel it in the silence on the car ride home. And as a parent, you just want to fix it. You want to make it better; give them hope and tell them to keep pushing. But deep down, yo…
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The publishing model most indie devs face is outdated and often stacked against them. Rigid contracts, hidden expectations, and a lack of real partnership force devs to choose between full independence or giving up too much. But thankfully, a new approach is emerging. In this episode, we explore what a modern publishing model looks like, one that’s…
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The publishing model most indie devs face is outdated and often stacked against them. Rigid contracts, hidden expectations, and a lack of real partnership force devs to choose between full independence or giving up too much. But thankfully, a new approach is emerging. In this episode, we explore what a modern publishing model looks like, one that’s…
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"The people stuff is hard. It always is" Get ready for a powerful conversation on Mastering Agility where hosts Jim and Sander sit down with Martijn Versteeg — tech entrepreneur, leadership facilitator, and former rowing coach. We dive deep into the real challenges of leadership, change resistance, and personal growth. From building peer groups for…
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Welcome to your first Summer Short—a new mini-episode series from the Home Education with Ease podcast! In this bite-sized episode, Christine Furman, your home education expert, shares how to embrace the transition from a structured school-year rhythm into a more relaxed and joyful summer schedule. Christine opens up about her family’s flexible sum…
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In this insightful episode of 10 Minutes of Talk, host Jamilah Lawry sits down with Sarah Strackhouse, CEO of Strackhouse Media, for a real conversation about the entrepreneurial journey behind the brand. Sarah opens up about the challenges of business ownership, the steep learning curve she’s navigated, and how she continues to grow every day whil…
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Zac Barnes is a long-time RSL supporter, having been an active part of RSL, Royals, and Monarchs supporters groups over the years. In 2022 he joined RSL staff to become to the Supporter Liaison, where focuses on bridging the gap between supporters and the club to help build the soccer supporter culture in Utah. I had the pleasure of sitting down wi…
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What happens when a busy mom swaps wellness trends for sustainability—and builds a thriving influencer platform in the process? In this episode, I sit down with NYC-based creator Kate Davis to talk about her journey from 500 to 11K followers, why slow and steady growth is underrated, and how she stays true to her values while monetizing her content…
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Worried your follower count isn’t moving? You’re not alone—and it might not even be the right thing to measure. In this solo episode, I share a mindset shift and tactical approach that will help you stop stressing about follower growth and start focusing on what actually matters: engagement and conversion. Tune in to hear why smaller audiences with…
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In this powerful episode of 10 Minutes of Talk | Let’s Talk Business, host Jamilah Lawry aka Nina Capone goes live for a no-fluff, straight-talk session on what it really takes to build, scale, and survive in business. But the energy takes a dynamic turn with the unexpected drop-in from Licensed Therapist and Author, Janella D. Dobbs, MS, LPC, NCC—…
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If your athlete is stuck in a mental block, you’re not alone. That’s exactly what I’m diving into on this week’s PerformHappy Podcast — because fear is something so many athletes struggle with, and honestly, it was my biggest struggle too. You know the feeling — your athlete says they’re not scared, but they just can’t go. Or maybe they are scared …
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Many indie studios feel locked out of traditional PR, feeling like you need an agency and big budget just to get noticed. In this episode, we break down how to earn meaningful media coverage with a story worth telling and how to create a system to share it. Learn how a strategic approach to visibility can build credibility, attract players, and dri…
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Many indie studios feel locked out of traditional PR, feeling like you need an agency and big budget just to get noticed. In this episode, we break down how to earn meaningful media coverage with a story worth telling and how to create a system to share it. Learn how a strategic approach to visibility can build credibility, attract players, and dri…
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In this empowering episode of Home Education with Ease, Christine welcomes certified health and wellness coach, homeschool mom, and military spouse Ashley Allen-Pina. Together, they discuss the often-overlooked physical and emotional changes women face—especially after 40, postpartum, or during major life shifts. Ashley vulnerably shares her person…
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In this exclusive episode of 10 Minutes of Talk, host Jamilah Lawry—aka the unstoppable Nina Capone—sits down with Ethan Boivie, CEO and Founder of Anti Elixir, the world’s first drink designed to fight hangovers. That’s right—this isn’t just a supplement, pill, or gimmick. It’s a real beverage with real results. Ethan breaks down the science, the …
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Today we’re talking with Lisette Teatree-Montgomery, founder of Cornerstone Interactive which got started in 2023. Her background is that of an incredible art and creative director previously working at DoubleFine, Ubisoft, EA, and more. We talk about her journey from working on award winnng games to starting her own studio, what she’s learned alon…
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It’s frustrating. You’re doing everything “right.” You’ve got the mindset tools, the journaling prompts, the visualizations… but it’s still not clicking. In this week’s PerformHappy Podcast, I’m diving into a truth most people don’t talk about: sometimes mental training doesn’t work. Yep, I said it. There are athletes who put in the effort and stil…
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Attribution often feels like a black box for indie devs, but ignoring it can cost you time, money, and momentum. In this episode, we break down what attribution really is, why it matters, and how small teams can start tracking what counts while learning how to avoid misleading metrics, balance data with creative instincts, and make smarter marketin…
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Attribution often feels like a black box for indie devs, but ignoring it can cost you time, money, and momentum. In this episode, we break down what attribution really is, why it matters, and how small teams can start tracking what counts while learning how to avoid misleading metrics, balance data with creative instincts, and make smarter marketin…
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Ep. #398 Why Hard Work Alone Won’t Get Your Athlete More Ice Time In this episode of the Warrior Confidence Hockey Podcast, Master Coach Rich Grogan emphasizes the critical balance between hard work and hockey IQ for athletes aiming to excel in the sport. He discusses the importance of understanding the game, developing resilience, and maintaining …
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In this week’s episode of Home Education with Ease, Christine opens up about turning 40 and the unexpected ways her health, hormones, energy, and routines have shifted. She candidly shares her personal experience navigating body changes, workout struggles, stress, and overwhelm—and the small, intentional choices she’s making to reclaim her health a…
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