Welcome to "Town Talk" Radio Show on WSIC - Your Guide to Everything Local! Tune in every Wednesday from 4 pm to 5 pm for an engaging and insightful hour as we explore the heart and soul of the Lake Norman community. About the Show: "Town Talk" is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of ...
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Visuals and videos are powerful, but creating them can feel overwhelming. Yet they are essential to creating content that impacts understanding, helps improve communication, and can save you and the viewers time and money. The Visual Lounge is a place where we talk about creating and using visuals and videos for all sorts of communication. Whether you’re creating a course to help your organization roll out new software, an educator learning to better communicate with your students, or a mark ...
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Business leader Russ Salzer joins Jon Stanis and other guests to talk about the problems that salespeople, managers, and teams face in their work. Subjects include prospecting, getting to close, the human element, the sales process, and more.
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More than Money is a podcast that creates a conversation community around how to use your values to engage with work and invest your wealth. The podcast is designed in a 12-episode season format. Each episode is produced around two core interview segments sharing a common theme. In this podcast, we explore the following topic areas: (1) business ethics, (2) economic justice, (3) corporate social responsibility, (4) social entrepreneurship, (5) community development, and (6) faith and values- ...
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Originally launched in 2020, this podcast began as a form of soul-cleansing and healing, as I shared my journey as a father who suddenly lost his 20-year-old daughter in 2006, a tragedy no parent should ever have to endure. After a three year hiatus filled with personal transformation, including divorce, closing my business, intensive therapy, and continued healing, I return with a renewed heart and deeper understanding. In future seasons, I’ll be sharing conversations with other parents who ...
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Mike Williams’ CAPITAL IDEA podcast series explores the economic, historical, empirical, and moral case for laissez faire capitalism. CAPITAL IDEA is an intelligent, sometimes capricious, often irreverent discussion for honest people of all political persuasions who want to better understand the only moral economic system. Let’s face it, our day-to-day activity IS economics—they call it microeconomics but where’s the connection to the broader issues? CAPITAL IDEA is here to help you chew on ...
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45:23LIVE | Town Talk | Hosted by Bill Russell Welcome to Town Talk on WSIC! Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman C…
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Getting to the Point: Video Best Practices from Techsmith’s Customer Education Manager
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Talking with Karl L. de la Guerra, Jennifer Watson Roberts, and Brian Sisson
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Avoiding AI Slop: Best Practices from the Human Framework
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17:51AI is transforming how we create content, but there’s also a growing problem: AI slop. It’s the flood of auto-generated videos, images, and text that takes up space without adding value; and we’re seeing it everywhere. So how do you use AI to enhance your work without the noise? Host Matt Pierce introduces TechSmith’s HUMAN Framework, a practical a…
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Joined by H. Mike Cook, Jim Combs, and Robert G. McIntos
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S3/E28- Special Guest: Sheila Johnson Wilson
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46:11Send us a text My guest, Sheila Johnson Wilson, a writer, musician, and professional coordinator, has endured the loss of more than 20 loved ones, including 17 in just five years. Through deep personal work, she’s found healing and now shares her story to inspire others with courage to heal, support one another, and dream again. Contact information…
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Joined by Casey Broome, Clarkson Meredith, and Blake Keziah
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What if pro-level video creation didn't require a film crew, expensive equipment, or weeks of production time? Imagine literally describing what you want and having it appear on screen. We're living through a moment where AI video generation has gone from science fiction to "just about usable" reality. The technology is still rough around the edges…
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Joined by Kara Perrault, Matthew Perrault, and Mark Tompkins
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GIFS & Videos for Effective Customer Learning
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29:04Customer education is a must-have for a lot of businesses these days, especially software companies. But reading thick manuals and wordy passages of jargon is no one’s idea of a good time. So what’s the key to great customer education? For this episode, we look back at an older conversation we had with Greg Mead. Back then, he was Senior Instructio…
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Send us a text In part three of my conversation with Marnie, she shares life after Joey’s death in 2022—the weight of grief, the struggles, and the ways she continues forward while holding onto her daughter’s memory. Unlike the first two episodes, we recorded this in Marnie’s home, where she invited me into Joey’s room, unchanged since the last tim…
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LIVE | Town Talk | Hosted by Bill Russell Welcome to Town Talk on WSIC! Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman C…
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Beyond Instructional Design: Building Agile, Business-Aligned L&D Functions
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31:58What if we had to rebuild L&D from scratch? What could we do differently? There have been rumblings in the L&D world that roles are gradually going to be replaced by AI. While we don’t predict an L&D apocalypse coming our way, maybe it’s time to start thinking differently about the role of L&D in broader business terms. Joining this episode is Trac…
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Joined by Jack Salzman, Angela Russo, Austin Smith, and Joe Kindred
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Send us a text In the second of three conversations, Marnie continues sharing the story of her daughter, Joey—this time moving into the heartbreaking account of her final days and the moment of her death. Alongside the deep pain, Marnie reflects with tenderness and honesty on the love that carried them through. Recorded in a bustling coffeehouse, t…
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Talking with Brooks Mixon, Frank Gammon, & Cross Coleman
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51:04Welcome to Town Talk on WSIC! Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Bill Russell, each…
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Why Your Visuals Aren’t Working Anymore (And What to Do Instead) with Andy Crestodina on Video, AI, and Content That Connects
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32:14The internet’s relationship with visuals and video has been a rocky ship over the past few years, constantly pivoting and evolving. And most creators are either playing catch up or are stuck playing by the same old rules with limited success. But luckily, we have Andy Crestodina, Co-Founder and CMO of Orbit Media Studios, on the show to share his c…
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Send us a text In the first of three conversations, Marnie from Colorado opens her heart to share memories of her daughter, Joey—the devastating medical diagnosis, countless hospital visits, and the daily fight to keep her alive, as well as the laughter, adventures, and everyday moments that filled their life with love. Recorded in a cozy coffeehou…
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Talking with Stefanie Eaves and Brian M. Wofford
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How Visual Aids Make or Break Learning: Design, Simplicity, and Accessibility (Revisited)
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51:41Need to create an e-learning presentation but don’t have an eye for good visuals? This episode is for you! We revisit a great past episode with Diane Elkins, instructional design pro and owner of Artisan Learning. There’s so much solid advice in this episode on what works, what to avoid, and how visuals impact the learning experience (probably more…
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Mastering Action First Learning: How to Boost Engagement and Outcomes
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31:38It’s time to ditch the lectures. The secret to creating powerful learning content that people actually pay attention to and use in their daily lives is all about action. Dr. Karl Kapp introduces us to action-based learning in this episode – his go-to tactic for making learning more engaging, useful, and practical. Karl is a Professor of Instruction…
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S3/E24- Did You Really Just Say That?-Revisited
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20:04Send us a text In this episode, I revisit one of the most talked-about topics from Season 2, Episode 9: Did You Really Just Say That? We’ll reflect on some of the surprising, hurtful, or well-meaning-but-wrong things people say to grieving parents. I also share a few new comments I’ve heard recently from others in my grief support groups. If you've…
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Joined by Thomas Finlay and Michael Viruso
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Level Up Your Personal Brand: Consistency, Visuals, and Human Connection
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23:33How do some people just seem to command attention the moment they walk into a room? They’ve nailed their personal brand. Dr. Dustin York, who's worked with everyone from the Obama campaign to Nike, breaks down the science behind personal branding and shares actionable tips you can start using today. Today he’s a Professor at Maryville University of…
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Send us a text Nineteen years ago today, Kristen died. In this short episode, I reflect on the weight of this day—what it brings up, how I’ve coped, and the ways I’ve honored her memory through the years. Grief changes, but it never disappears. This is a quiet space to remember, to feel, and to share the journey of healing. Support the show Help ke…
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Talking with Brent Thompson, Josh Elliott, and Jeff Tarte
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Talking with Justin Dionne and Matt Merrell
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Skip the Classroom: Rethinking Education and How Videos & Skills May Turn into College Credit
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14:26What if all that time you spent learning Python on YouTube or mastering Photoshop through online tutorials could actually count toward formal education credits? For this episode, we’re at the U.S. Distance Learning Association’s (USDLA) latest conference, to talk with Dr. Joe Sallustio, veteran higher ed expert and Co-Founder and Host of The EdUp E…
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Talking with Denis Bilodeau, John Aneralla, and Angela Swett
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How to Ruin a Good Video and Other Mistakes We've All Made
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47:05What makes you click away immediately from a video vs. stay glued to the screen? Maybe it’s overwhelming background music or cursor movements that make you feel seasick. We’ve all seen videos that don’t quite click for us (and perhaps made a few of them ourselves). So, in this episode, we look at common instructional video mistakes to avoid to keep…
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Send us a text Where Has Bruce Been? After a three-year pause, Don’t Forget To Breathe returns with a raw and transparent look at the life-changing events that kept Bruce away from the mic. In this powerful relaunch, Bruce shares his journey through divorce, trauma, therapy, self-discovery, healing, and a new direction in life. It's a fresh chapter…
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Send us a text After more than three years away from the mic, I’m back with Season 3—bringing heartfelt, healing conversations around life after child loss. This season features solo reflections, revisits to powerful past topics, and honest stories from fellow grieving parents. I may not be a professional, just a dad walking this journey, but I hop…
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Joined by Andy Upchurch, Andy Yates, and Justin A. Ckezepis
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The Evolving Role of L&D: Embracing Visuals, AI, and Workforce Participation
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31:33Learning and development isn’t just up to the folks in the L&D department anymore. In this episode, we hear how modern workplace communication and learning extend to the wider organization, thanks to technology breaking down barriers in visual communication. Host Matt Pierce sits down with David Kelly, former Chairman and CEO of The Learning Guild,…
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Talking with Michael Osborne, David Alexander, & Brandon Alexander
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53:14Welcome to Town Talk on WSIC! Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Bill Russell, each…
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Systems, Support, and Simplicity: Key Lessons in Effective Visual Learning Design | Abbey Cooke, Jeff Weaver, & Robyn Defelice
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18:19Want to know the secrets of the L&D content pros? Become an even better visual designer today with these simple, quick tips for improving your approach to creating content. We hear from three visual design and learning strategy experts in part two of our special 250th episode celebration. Hear how to escape the “curse of knowledge” from Abbey Cooke…
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Talking with Elizabeth Marlow, Mike Marlow, and Stu Gilman
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43:06LIVE | Town Talk | Hosted by Bill Russell Welcome to Town Talk on WSIC! Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman C…
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AI, Feedback, and Repurposing Like a Pro | Multiple Guests
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24:09We like to ask anyone who joins The Visual Lounge, what’s your one take you want to give our audience? It’s an open-ended question so we always get a good variety of unique answers and love hearing the advice, life lessons, and mindset changes we can apply to using video and images in our work. To celebrate our 250th episode milestone, we bring tog…
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Talking with Jeff Weir, Matt Wilson, and Kristen Wilson
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Talking with Tiffany Roberts, Victoria Grey, and AJ Taddonio
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42:57LIVE | Town Talk | Hosted by Bill Russell Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Bill R…
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Harnessing Video for Enhanced Learning (Revisited)
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35:55Is video always the best way to teach something? Video has transformed the world of workplace learning and still makes up a huge part of it today. Just about any workplace, big or small, can create training videos with minimal cost. But it doesn’t always make it the right tool for the job. In this throwback episode of The Visual Lounge, host Matt P…
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Talking with Jacques Martel, Erin Douglas, and Jim Combs
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43:11LIVE | Town Talk | Hosted by Bill Russell Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Bill R…
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LIVE | Town Talk | Hosted by Bill Russell Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Bill R…
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The Evolving Future of Video: AI, Authenticity, and Connection in the Workplace (Revisited)
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27:59In just a few short years, AI usage has boomed in the content creation world. Not just that, it’s also changed a LOT, and in ways many of us never predicted. In this episode, Matt Pierce takes us back to 2023 when many of us were still experimenting with AI and had bold predictions about its future. He asked the audience on LinkedIn for predictions…
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Talking with Lena Binzer, Debbie Hayes, Trey Nodine, and Abigail Jennings
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43:06Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Bill Russell, each episode offers an exciting li…
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Practical AI Applications for Video Production
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16:16Have you ever felt a little out of your depth when making an extra complex or brand new video type? Maybe AI could help. Host Matt Pierce shares his experience as someone used to creating training content, adapting to creating content for a commercial. We hear about the script drafting process, the challenges of balancing feasibility, including bud…
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Lord Daniel Hannan: Fighting for Classical Liberalism, the Enlightenment and the Future of the West
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56:02Lord Daniel Hannan is one of the most eloquent defenders of classical liberalism in the modern era. A former member of the European Parliament and a key voice behind Brexit, Hannan has spent decades championing individual rights, free markets, and limited government on the global stage. In our conversation, he reflects on the enduring brilliance of…
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Talking with Melissa Easley and Mary Jane Freeman
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48:06Town Talk is your go-to radio show that showcases the vibrant and dynamic Lake Norman area, highlighting the businesses, non-profits, and the dedicated people who work tirelessly to make our community thrive. Hosted by none other than the esteemed President of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Bill Russell, each episode offers an exciting li…
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