Best Mario Bauduin Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 37 - Ticketing, Travel, and Trust: Why BookSeats is Winning Over Teams and Fans with Joseph DeMarinis 44:17

22h ago44:17

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Ep. 37 - Ticketing, Travel, and Trust: Why BookSeats is Winning Over Teams and Fans with Joseph DeMarinis Podcast Episode Description: In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Joseph DeMarinis, Founder and CEO of BookSeats.com, for a deep dive into the evolution of fan travel and th…

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Ep 36 - Free Tickets, Full Venues: Loudie's Lance Dashoff Has the Hookup! 48:45

8d ago48:45

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FREE TICKETS?! Yes, really. In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we’re joined by the ultimate guest list insider, Lance Dashoff, founder of Loudie — the app that’s quietly revolutionizing how fans score free concert, comedy, and festival tickets across the U.S. From his early days at WME curating VIP access, to …

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Ep. 35 - Cheeks in Seats, Heads in Beds: Building Travel Demand Through Sports with Travis Apple 40:26

15d ago40:26

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Cheeks in Seats, Heads in Beds: Building Travel Demand Through Sports with Travis Apple What do Orlando Magic, concierge kickbacks, and the World Cup have in common? They all come up in this no-holds-barred conversation with Travis Apple—sports sales expert, author of “Hustle Your Way to Success in Sports Sales,” and host of the podcast 52 Weeks of…

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Ep 34 - From World Cup to Burning Man: The Ultimate 2025 -26 Event Travel List 12:23

22d ago12:23

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Episode Title: From World Cup to Burning Man: The Ultimate 2025–26 Event Travel List Ready to plan your next unforgettable adventure? In this episode of Tickets To Travel, we're breaking down the Top 10 global events worth booking a flight (and maybe a payment plan) for in 2025 and 2026. From the massive stadiums of the FIFA World Cup to the surrea…

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Ep. 33 - “26.2 Miles of Travel Strategy: Lessons from a Marathoner Marketer with Neal Sheridan" 59:20

29d ago59:20

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Whether you’re training for your first 5K or plotting your sixth World Marathon Major, this episode goes the distance. We’re joined by Neal Sheridan, media strategist and marathon runner, who breaks down how global marathons aren’t just personal milestones—they’re massive travel events that shape entire city economies. From hotel bookings to recove…

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Ep. 32 - "From Coachella to Lollapalooza: 2025's Can't-Miss Music Travel Moments: Alex Mac is Back!" 51:32

1M ago51:32

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Festival season is here—and so is Alex Mac, our go-to live music and event strategist. In this high-energy episode of Tickets to Travel, we dive deep into the travel trends, ticketing behaviors, and cultural moments shaping the global music festival scene in 2025. From Ultra’s surprise Sia set in Miami to Lollapalooza's genre-bending lineups and th…

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Ep. 31 - "Body Slams & Boarding Passes: Life as a Traveling WWE Super Fan" 54:24

1M ago54:24

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🎙️ Episode 31 – "Body Slams & Boarding Passes: Life as a Traveling WWE Super Fan What happens when your love for pro wrestling turns into a passport-stamping, ringside-seat-hunting, global adventure? Meet Z and Matt—power couple, travel pros, and certified WWE superfans—who’ve attended over 100 events across 7+ countries, racked up 100,000+ air mil…

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Bonus Ep: “The White Lotus Effect: Sun, Scandal, and Sustainable Tourism” 10:26

1M ago10:26

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we dive headfirst into the global travel ripple effect created by HBO’s The White Lotus. From Maui to Sicily to the newly released Season 3 set in Thailand, the series has done more than spark memes — it’s ignited a luxury tourism boom that’s flooding real destinations with c…

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Ep. 30 - Heisman Moments, Magic Johnson, and Red Carpet Events: What Happened to the Sports Museum of America?" 52:11

2M ago52:11

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Episode 30: Heisman Moments, Magic Johnson, and Red Carpet Events — What Happened to the Sports Museum of America? What do you get when you combine the Heisman Trophy, Magic Johnson, Steve Nash, red carpet events, and an all-star team of tourism pros in downtown Manhattan? You get the Sports Museum of America—a $100 million startup attraction that …

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Ep. 29 - "Booked, Broke, and BTS Bound: Bernadette Joy's KPOP Ticket & Travel Experience Playbook" 54:44

2M ago54:44

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Booked, Broke, and BTS Bound: Bernadette Joy's KPOP Ticket & Travel Experience Playbook In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we dive into the high-energy world of KPOP superfans with Bernadette Joy, a financial educator and lifelong music lover who’s traveled coast to coast (and beyond) for her favorite idols. From navigating dynamic ticket pricin…

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Ep. 28 - Billy McFarland's FYRE Festival 2: Tickets Are On Sale, but Does it Exist!? 15:52

2M ago15:52

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🔥 Billy McFarland & FYRE Festival 2: Tickets Are on Sale… But Does it Exist? 🔥 Billy McFarland is back with FYRE Festival 2, promising an exclusive luxury event in 2025 on Isla Mujeres, Mexico. But with no announced lineup, no confirmed permits, and ticket packages priced up to $1.1 MILLION, the question remains—is this even real? In this episode o…

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Ep. 27 - From Austin to Anfield: A Fan’s Ultimate Liverpool Pilgrimage 43:46

2M ago43:46

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we kick off our brand-new Fan Travel Stories series with a tale of passion, perseverance, and Premier League obsession. Meet Malcolm Hardiman, a die-hard Liverpool FC fan who took the ultimate leap—planning a dream trip from Austin, Texas to Anfield to watch his beloved team play live on Boxing Day. 🚀 But the j…

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Ep. 26 - Blasting Off - How Travel & Ticketing Fuel Authentic Festival Experiences at BLASTFEST with Bobby Akinboro 43:26

3M ago43:26

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we’re blasting off into the world of music tourism, ticketing innovation, and festival travel with none other than Bobby Blast—DJ, global music curator, and the visionary behind BlastFest, the West Coast’s premier Afrobeats festival. Joining us for this deep dive is Natalia B…

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Ep. 25 - “The Price of Passion: How U.S. and European Fans Value Live Event Tickets with Thomas Mesa Montiel of Hello Tickets” 41:03

3M ago41:03

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Thomas Mesa Montiel of Hello Tickets to explore the evolving landscape of ticketing and live events. They discuss why the U.S. ticketing market is a decade ahead of Europe, the role of secondary marketplaces, and how technology and regulation…

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Ep. 24 - "Swifties on a Mission: A Taylor Swift Concert Adventure in Scotland" 40:19

3M ago40:19

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Would you travel across the world to see your favorite artist? Meet Mary and Jeanine, two die-hard Swifties who skipped the sky-high U.S. ticket prices and took their Taylor Swift Eras Tour experience international—to Edinburgh, Scotland! In this episode of Tickets to Travel: Fan Travel Stories, we dive into their unforgettable adventure, from navi…

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Ep. 23 - From Concerts to Cash Flow: The Economic Impact of Live Events 26:58

3M ago26:58

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How do concerts, sports, and festivals fuel entire economies? Spoiler alert: It’s way more than just ticket sales! In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we dive into the eye-opening Oxford Economics Study on Live Events, breaking down how a single ticket purchase ripples into hundreds of dollars in local spending—from hotel stays to Uber rides and …

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Ep. 22 - Fan Travel Stories Series Intro! How Super Fans Book Their Tickets & Travel 5:39

4M ago5:39

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Fan Travel Stories" is where passion meets the road. Hosted by Mario Bauduin on Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, this series dives deep into the wild, hilarious, and insightful journeys of superfans who plan their lives around the next big game, concert, or festival. From Taylor Swift devotees with military-grade hotel booking…

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Ep. 21 - The Road to LA 2028: Lacrosse’s Game-Changing Impact on Travel and Events with Will Blake 42:31

4M ago42:31

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we’re diving into the fast-growing world of lacrosse and its road to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Joining us is Will Blake, Vice President of Corporate Partnership Development at USA Lacrosse, who’s on a mission to expand the sport’s fanbase beyond its Northeast s…

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Ep. 20 - LivingSocial Adventures: The Founding Story of Modern Online Travel Experiences with Dan Josebachvili 46:10

4M ago46:10

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Dan Josebachvili, a pioneering entrepreneur who has shaped the experience economy through innovation and passion. From co-founding Urban Escapes and redefining adventure travel to scaling festivals and events at LivingSocial, Dan shares insig…

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Ep. 19 - Theme Parks and Ticketing Strategy: Crafting Unforgettable Travel Experiences with Tay Mauro 47:26

4M ago47:26

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Tay Mauro, a veteran in the theme park and attractions industry whose career spans iconic brands like Disney, SeaWorld, and Cedar Fair. Tay shares his journey from operating rides at Disney to spearheading multi-million-dollar ticketing strat…

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Ep. 18 - 2025 The Year of the Super Fan: The impact on Live Events, Theme Parks, and Travel 16:18

5M ago16:18

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https://tttpod.com/https://tttpod.com/Welcome to 2025, the year of the superfan! In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin explores how superfans—passionate enthusiasts of everything from Disney to football to Taylor Swift—are reshaping the travel and entertainment industries. We dive into the powe…

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Ep. 17 - K-Pop Tourism: How Global Fandoms Are Redefining Travel 17:16

5M ago17:16

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In this festive episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, your host Mario Bauduin dives into the dazzling world of K-Pop and its seismic impact on global tourism. From BTS and Blackpink to emerging groups like New Jeans, Mario unpacks how this cultural phenomenon is transforming travel, sparking economic booms, and creating …

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Ep. 16 - Kendrick, Coachella, and Beyond: The Strategy Behind Music-Driven Tourism with Alex McClelland 56:33

5M ago56:33

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin is joined by live music strategist Alex McClelland to explore the powerful intersection of music and tourism. From Kendrick Lamar’s touring strategies to the global draw of Coachella and the allure of Las Vegas residencies, they uncover how live events shap…

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Ep. 15 - Global Hits & Travel Trends: The Top 5 Music Tours, Venues, and Festivals of 2024 15:08

5M ago15:08

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In this chart-topping episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin dives into the economic powerhouse that is live entertainment. From Taylor Swift’s billion-dollar Eras Tour to U2’s groundbreaking residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, we explore the top five music tours, venues, and festivals of 2024—and their …

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Ep. 14 - "VIP Music & Sports Travel Experiences: The Players, The Rights, and The Risks in a projected $89 Billion Dollar Industry" 35:37

6M ago35:37

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Join host Mario Bauduin as he introduces you to the Billion dollar industry of VIP Music and Sports Travel Experiences. From Premiere DJ's in the Alps to Sideline Super Bowl access, meet companies like Cercle, Vibee, OnLocation, QuintEvents, Elevate, and CID. Learn about how "The Rights" to sell these events are secured, and understand the risks of…

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Ep. 13 - Posh Moves: How this Startup Secured $22M and are Revolutionizing Social Ticketing for event creators 42:46

6M ago42:46

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In this exciting episode, Natalia and Mario sit down with Avante Price, the visionary CEO behind Posh, the innovative social ticketing platform that’s changing the game for event organizers and attendees alike. Avante shares the incredible journey of how Posh attracted a jaw-dropping $22 million in investment, what it took to secure the funding, an…

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Ep. 12 - Brief History of Travel Distribution & Ticketing: From Sabre to the Super Bowl: How Travel Distribution is Shaping a $9 Trillion Industry 19:56

6M ago19:56

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Join host Mario Bauduin as he takes you on a thrilling journey through the history and evolution of travel distribution in this episode of Tickets to Travel. With over 20 years in the trenches of online travel and live entertainment ticketing, Mario unravels the chaos, brilliance, and, yes, the occasional questionable decision that have defined thi…

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Ep. 11 - The Year of the Live Event Experiences: How Taylor Swift, Messi, and Women's Sports Dominated 2023 as reported by StubHub's 2023 Year in Live Experiences Report 14:57

6M ago14:57

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2023 was the year that live events completely captivated fans and reshaped the travel and entertainment industries. From Taylor Swift packing stadiums and causing literal earthquakes, to Lionel Messi igniting a frenzy in the MLS, to women's sports breaking attendance records - this past year saw a seismic shift in fan passion and the power of live …

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Ep. 10 - Beyond the Ticket: Merging Travel with VIP Event Experiences - A Conversation with Jon Allen of TKT 40:37

7M ago40:37

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In Episode 10 of Tickets to Travel, we dive into the dynamic world of ticket reselling and hospitality with Jon Allen, co-founder of TKT, the leading provider for UK and European live events paired with exclusive travel packages. From his early days hustling tickets at school to shaping the industry through technology, John shares the journey that …

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Ep. 9 - Entertainment Tickets Unpacked: The Challenges of Combining Events, Theme Parks, and Travel 11:42

7M ago11:42

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From concert tickets to theme parks, live shows, and city tours, entertainment-based tickets are the heart of memorable travel experiences. But why is it so hard to book them alongside your flights and hotels? In this episode of Tickets to Travel, host Mario Bauduin explores the complexities of the ticketing industry, the fragmented technology behi…

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Ep. 8 - Experiences over Destinations: The New Way to Travel 10:18

7M ago10:18

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In this episode, we’re diving into the world of travel that’s all about chasing epic experiences. You know, those moments that make you say, ‘Wow, did I really just do that?’ Whether it’s going to a concert in another country, hiking a volcano, or attending the wildest festival, experiences are quickly becoming the reason people travel. So, get com…

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Ep. 7 - Backstage Pass: The Business of Festival & Event Travel with Crewfare 29:51

7M ago29:51

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Meet Jordan Scheffler, Co-Founder of Event Travel technology company, CREWFARE and learn how they help the largest music festivals and events monetize travel and create seamless booking experiences for fans!By Mario Bauduin

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Ep. 6 - Epic Game Day Escapes: How BookSeats Transforms Fan Travel 35:54

8M ago35:54

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Meet Joseph DeMarinis, CEO & Founder of BookSeats.com to learn about travel technology that allows sports and music fans to create their own ticket, air, hotel travel packages.By Mario Bauduin

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Ep. 5 - Event Ticketing Systems & Strategy: New Players Fueling Travel Experiences 57:49

8M ago57:49

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Meet Natalia Botero, Former GM of North America for event ticketing system Shotgun and ticketing advisor to festival producers discusses new systems, what happened at LYTE, and how ticketing technology contributes to Travel Experiences.By Mario Bauduin

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Ep. 4 - Flash Sale Secrets: Behind the Curtain of Luxury Hotel Deals 31:21

8M ago31:21

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Episode 4: Meet James Murray, Advisor to many brands that focus on limited time offers aka "Flash Sales" with luxury hotels, what the hot buttons are for hotels, and how he got his start in online travel and hospitality.By Mario Bauduin

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Ep. 3 - Mapping Success: How Stay22 Revolutionizes Event Travel 49:15

9M ago49:15

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Meet Frederic Aouad, Chief Commercial Officer at Stay22 to learn more about their product and strategy, as well as his career in hospitality and travel.By Mario Bauduin

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Ep. 2 - Vibes & Vision: Shoobs’ CSO Talks Travel Experiences and Music Career Strategy 35:20

11M ago35:20

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Meet Christine Osazuwa, Chief Strategy Officer at Shoobs to learn about artist strategy, travel, and how to make it in the music industry.By Mario Bauduin

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Ep. 1 - Swift Dollars: The Eras Tour’s Economic Impact on Travel Unpacked 21:19

11M ago21:19

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In this episode, we delve into the economic ripple effects felt by cities hosting the tour, from hotel rooms to restaurant surges, and the broader impact on travel industries worldwide. Also includes an introduction from your host.By Mario Bauduin