Best Derrek Podcasts (2024)

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Inside Insurance with Derrek Anduiza, Chris Lewis and Peter Vitale | S4E6 2:09:19

7d ago2:09:19

2:09:19

What does the future of insurance look like? How are new technologies shaping the industry, and what do consumers need to know about policies affecting their bottom line? In this episode of The Best of The Best Podcast, we sit down with industry experts Chris Lewis, Derrek Anduiza, and Peter Vitale to uncover the changes transforming the insurance …

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Skating into conversation with Frankie Seaman 33:14

3h ago33:14

33:14

I chatted with Frankie Seaman the pro skater about her skating career and how she got to skate as pro dancer on the ITV show Dancing on Ice alongside the Olympic skating legends Torvill and Dean and her work with various charities!

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Recapping the 2024 GM Meetings 25:52

9h ago25:52

25:52

The 2024 GM Meetings wrapped up Thursday morning in San Antonio and they were rather eventful. Andy Martínez and Bruce Levine summarized the events of the week on the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast. The biggest news came on Wednesday, when longtime Cubs legend Kyle Hendricks signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels. The duo rec…

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Getting to know Mencap's CEO Jon Sparkes 41:04

3h ago41:04

41:04

I took some time out to interview charity Mencap's new CEO Jon Sparkes about what it is like to be a CEO, I got to know about his life and his career, his hobbies and interests, We also chatted about Cornwall, our families, our work careers, his new role as Mencap CEO and we chatted about learning disability and SEND too!…

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in conversation with Gabby Logan! 34:11

1h ago34:11

34:11

listen to My conversation with sports presenter & broadcaster, podcaster and presenter and author Gabby Logan!

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Steroids, Ozempic, and Fitness Truths: Inside the Mind of a Health Expert ft. Jeremy DeSantis | S4E7 2:27:03

2h ago2:27:03

2:27:03

Curious about what it really takes to build a strong body and mind? Ever wonder if fitness trends like steroids and Ozempic are all they’re hyped up to be? Join us with Jeremy DeSantis, ex-bodybuilder and human body expert, as he breaks down the truths behind health, motivation, and life’s toughest challenges. Jeremy shares his own journey, the hig…

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#144 Proven Strategies to Maximize Profitability and Dominate the Amazon FBA Marketplace with Carolyn Lowe 33:51

19h ago33:51

33:51

Carolyn Lowe, founder and CEO of ROI Swift, shares strategies for increasing profitability on Amazon without increasing ad spend. She emphasizes the importance of optimizing traffic and conversion rates, as well as focusing on organic growth. Lowe suggests auditing campaigns to eliminate wasted spend and investing in A/B testing and optimization of…

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Top 10 Cubs building blocks for 2025 and beyond 26:21

15d ago26:21

26:21

Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki rank the Top 10 building blocks on the Cubs roster entering 2025 as Jed Hoyer and Co. work to get the team back into the playoffs after a 4-year drought. The duo explains why Pete Crow-Armstrong tops the list and why Justin Steele ranks above Shota Imanaga. Plus, some intriguing young players make surprise appearance…

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having a laugh with.. Rory Bremner 37:52

7d ago37:52

37:52

I had a fab and funny chat with the impressionist and comedian Rory Bremner for my podcast recently. we talked, Fame, ADHD, Learning Disability, Comedy, Our Career and there were some fab celeb impressions too!

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#143 From Side Hustle to Viral Sensation: How Eugenia Chen Transformed Pandaloon with Amazon's Power Tools 27:02

8d ago27:02

27:02

Eugenia Chen, a former math professor, shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from academia to entrepreneurship by creating Pandaloon, a brand specializing in panda-themed pet products. She discusses the challenges she faced, the viral success of her puppy in a panda costume, and how she leveraged Amazon's tools to grow her business. Eugenia…

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Gary Davies radio2 DJ Sounds of the 80's 27:07

13d ago27:07

27:07

1. we chatted about his career on the radio 2. we chatted about our favourite bands and singers and why we liked them 3. we chatted about my claim to fame being related to u2's The Edge and Gary told me he was a big fan!

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2024 awards and debating 5 hot button issues 26:07

24d ago26:07

26:07

On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki debate a quintet of hot button issues surrounding this team. Topics include the bullpen, the offense, the rotation, the catching spot and whether or not the Cubs are set up to make the playoffs in 2025. Plus, Martínez and Andracki pick their 2024 Cubs Awards, includin…

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Top storylines of the 2024 season 26:23

20d ago26:23

26:23

Taylor McGregor, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki make their picks for the top storylines of the 2024 Cubs season and what it means moving forward for this franchise. Selections include: -The development of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Michael Busch -The roller coaster nature of the Cubs offense -Another season of May/June swoon -Shota Imanaga's incredib…

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How Shadi Bakour Built PATH and Disrupted an Industry | S4E5 1:53:02

21d ago1:53:02

1:53:02

How did Shadi Bakour scale PATH to be the fastest growing beverage brand two years in a row? What are the key dynamics to a functional, profitable business? How does work life balance play a role in the life of a busy CEO? We get Shadi's insights on how to navigate the many challenging aspects of operating a business from an approachable, grounded …

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Sinead O'Carroll from Irish pop band BWitched! 36:33

22d ago36:33

36:33

I chatted with Sinead from Bwitched about wearing Denim, abut The band's new EP out now which is called Ripped Jeans. We also talked about their career and how the band re-united through the Big Reunion TV show, about me being a fan, about where they got their band name from and fame and why pop concert venues should be accessible for everyone incl…

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#142 Niche Down, Rise Up: How Focused Strategies Fuel Big Success with Sarah Parks 17:26

22d ago17:26

17:26

In this episode of Fearless Sellers, Joie Roberts interviews Sarah Parks, founder of Zentoes, a foot care products company. They discuss the importance of niching down in business, how Sarah turned a personal family issue into a thriving brand, and the growth of Zentoes from Amazon to Walmart. Sarah shares insights on leveraging customer feedback f…

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Key takeaways moving into the offseason 26:16

27d ago26:16

26:16

Jed Hoyer held his end-of-season press conference this week and our panel of Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki broke down the key takeaways from his 43-minute long session with Chicago media. What stood out most from Hoyer's comments? How has the team reacted to another season without a playoff appearance? Plus, we discuss the Cody Bellinger Conundru…

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Chat with Jenny and Hillary aka The GardenTarts 1:01:18

29d ago1:01:18

1:01:18

I chat with my lovely u2 fan friends Hillary and Jenny aka The Garden Tarts. I asked them about why they started their podcast, about what their favourite all time u2 albums and songs are and we chatted a bit about what they have learnt about learning disability since having me on their podcast as a chat interview guest! https://www.thegardentarts.…

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#141 Unlocking Global Growth with Amazon Ads with Jeff Cohen 39:27

29d ago39:27

39:27

In this episode of the Fearless Sellers podcast, Joie Roberts interviews Jeff Cohen, who shares insights from the recent Amazon Accelerate event. They discuss the importance of networking, the innovative features of Amazon ads, and the accessibility of Amazon employees for sellers. Jeff emphasizes the significance of understanding one's brand and t…

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Interview with Martin the DJ! 25:25

1M ago25:25

25:25

A chat with a good friend of mine called Martin who is a DJ & he has his own show on Groove London Radio which is an online radio station. He chatted to me about his dreams and goals of becoming a radio DJ and he talked about his life as someone with a disability. We also chatted about media representation of people with a disability / learning dis…

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Georgina - founder Purpl Discounts 47:28

1M ago47:28

47:28

I chat with Georgina who is the founder of Purpl Discounts. Purpl Discounts is The UK’s first dedicated discount site to help with the cost of living with a disability.https://www.purpldiscounts.com/

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Catching up with former Cub Frank Schwindel 24:54

1M ago24:54

24:54

Frank Schwindel stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to share what he's been up to the last 2 years since he left Chicago and how his baseball career has panned out. Schwindel reflects back on his incredible run in the final 2 months of the 2021 season, when he batted .342 and led the majors in hits. What clicked in that moment to put together such an …

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Derek Cooke aka Derrek's Bags! 39:01

1M ago39:01

39:01

Derrek chats with me about living his life with his disability and we talked about what life is like for people with a disability around the world and he told me about his fantastic bags business called Derrek's bags which are for sale on Etsy! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DerreksBags

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Turning Your Dog Into A Celebrity ft. @BrodieThatDood and Cliff Brush | S4E4 1:59:41

1M ago1:59:41

1:59:41

How did the most famous dog in the world achieve success? What are the keys to growing an online brand, securing partnerships and brand deals, and becoming a full time creator? What does Cliff think of the new age of social media and what is his mindset when dealing with negativity? Meet Cliff Brush, better known as @BrodieThatDood's Dad, who gives…

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#140 Empowering Sellers: How Natalie Angelillo Drives Success at Amazon 29:43

1M ago29:43

29:43

In this engaging conversation, Joie Roberts interviews Natalie Angelillo, Amazon's Director of External Relations, about her role in empowering sellers on the platform. They discuss the significance of the Amazon Accelerate event, the support systems in place for sellers, and the inspiring stories of entrepreneurs who are making a difference in the…

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Tom from Able Magazine interviews me! 29:00

1M ago29:00

29:00

Tom the editor from Able Magazine met with me for a one off podcast special episode where he interviewed me about how I started my podcast series!

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Chris Smith - Podcaster from USA 32:05

2M ago32:05

32:05

Chat with Chris who is from the USA. He is also a podcaster, so we chatted everything from podcasting to how to build your podcast audience!

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Too little, too late 26:18

1M ago26:18

26:18

The Cubs' playoff hopes have dwindled and we turn our attention to other pressing matters surrounding this team over the final 10 games. Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki provide their initial thoughts on why the Cubs came up short this year and explain why Isaac Paredes, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Cody Bellinger are the key players to watch down the st…

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#139 Mastering Amazon: Derrek's Strategies for Scaling 4 Brands and Dominating Q4 33:35

2M ago33:35

33:35

In this episode of the Fearless Sellers podcast, Joie Roberts interviews Derrek Wiedeman, an accomplished Amazon entrepreneur who operates nine brands focused on health and wellness. Derrek shares insights into his journey from humble beginnings to running a successful warehouse operation, emphasizing the importance of rapid product launches, effec…

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Catching up with Derrek Lee 24:51

2M ago24:51

24:51

Cubs icon Derrek Lee was in town at Wrigley Field recently and stopped by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Tony Andracki. They covered a wide array of topics, including: -Favorite memories of the newest Cubs Hall of Famers: Kerry Wood and Aramis Ramírez -What he's been up to in retirement -Reflecting back on playing at Wrigley and in front of C…

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How Do NFL Players Manage Their Millions? ft. Dustin Eldridge (NFL Financial Advisor) | S4E3 2:25:14

2M ago2:25:14

2:25:14

In Episode 3, we flew to Dallas, TX to meet with Dustin Eldridge, a prominent NFL Financial Advisor at his firm, Team PWM. We discuss the foundational knowledge surrounding investing, saving, growing wealth, the state of financial literacy... and much more. Dustin and his team have been staples in the family office advisor space for athletes, for o…

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#138 Unlock Your Energy: How Amazon Sellers Can Feel Good, Beat Burnout, and Thrive in Business with Maraya Brown 36:33

2M ago36:33

36:33

In this episode, Maraya Brown discusses the signs of burnout and how entrepreneurs can feel more vibrant and less stressed. She highlights the importance of addressing physical and internal signs of burnout, such as fatigue, brain fog, weight changes, sleep disturbances, irritability, and hormonal imbalances. Maraya introduces her upcoming online e…

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The incredible stories behind the Cubs' combined no-hitter 26:23

2M ago26:23

26:23

Shota Imanaga, Nate Pearson, Porter Hodge, Miguel Amaya and the Cubs combined to make history Wednesday night at Wrigley Field, throwing the 18th no-hitter in team history. Tony Andracki, Andy Martínez and Alex Cohen, who called the no-no, broke it all down on the Cubs Weekly Podcast. The trio shared their favorite moments from the epic game, inclu…

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Charity Gracewomen - Gynae Cancer Awarness Month Episode 27:06

2M ago27:06

27:06

This episode is about this month of September which is Gynaelogical Cancer Awarness Month. I teamed up with Sara from the gynae cancer awarness charity Gracewomen who I am a voluntary ambassador for and with NHS Dr Jay Chaterjee for a joint interview to help spread awareness of the 5 gynae cancers and the importance of checking yourself, booking yo…

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#137 Mastering Amazon FBA: Insider Tips for Crushing Q4 with Charles Chakkalo 39:09

2M ago39:09

39:09

Charles Chakkalo, an experienced e-commerce seller, shares his insights on dominating Q4 and navigating Amazon's competitive landscape. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and staying humble in the ever-changing e-commerce world. Charles discusses his journey as a young seller, his decision to pursue e-commerce over law school, and …

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Bottoms Up 26:18

2M ago26:18

26:18

The Cubs pulled off their win of the season - and one of the best wins in the last decade - Wednesday to finish off a sweep of the Pirates in Pittsburgh. Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki recap the wild week, The Christian Bethancourt Game and explain what it all means for the Cubs in the playoff race. The Cubs are now 16-8 in August and a big reason…

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Leveling The Playing Field With The IRS ft. Lawrence Levy (CEO of Levy & Associates, Inc.) | S4E2 2:01:33

2M ago2:01:33

2:01:33

In Episode 2, we sit down and have a conversation with Lawrence Levy, the CEO & President of Levy & Associates, Inc., the nations leading tax resolution firm. We discuss the intricacies of the tax industry, balancing work and life, being a father, his success story, what it means to have a strong work ethic, and much more. Lawrence's team has been …

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Trailer for The New Season with Maverick Levy | S4E1 7:44

2M ago7:44

7:44

The Best of the Best is back with Season 4, a completely rebranded and remastered podcast. Maverick explains the hiatus from releasing episodes, the new format, and the goals of the podcast.By The Best of The Best Podcast

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#136 Mastering Amazon FBA Success: Trademarking, Maximizing Profits, and Future-Proofing with Steven Pope 39:49

2M ago39:49

39:49

Steven Pope, founder of My Amazon Guy, shares essential tips for succeeding on Amazon. He emphasizes the importance of having a trademark for brand protection and access to valuable features like brand stores and sponsored ads. Pope also discusses strategies for increasing average order value, such as utilizing brand stories and A+ content to showc…

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The return of El Mago and the ripple effects of the Cubs bullpen 26:26

2M ago26:26

26:26

It was a busy week at Wrigley Field as Héctor Neris was released and Javy Báez made his return to the North Side. What was behind the Neris move and what does that mean for the rest of the bullpen? Does it say anything about the final month-plus of the Cubs season? Are there more moves along those lines coming? Our panel of Andy Martínez and Tony A…

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Episode - Chat with Graphic Designer Stephen Averill 35:13

3M ago35:13

35:13

I chatted with the Graphic Designer Stephen Averill about his career as a graphic designer, but also about his work career involvement with the rock band u2. he told me about how he helped come up with the name u2 for the band and about some of the u2 album covers that he designed for the band too!https://x.com/hashtag/CiarasPinkSparklePodcast?src=…

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Kate Nash OBE - disability and Employment & Careers 25:37

3M ago25:37

25:37

I chatted to Kate Nash OBE the founder of PurpleSpace about her career, we chatted about an event on employment and recruitment we were both part of last year and we talked about how employers can hire people with a disability and the benefits of employing people with a disability like using reasonable adjustments!…

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Comedian Ria Lina - talks disability & comedy 48:22

3M ago48:22

48:22

I had a fantastic chat with fab Comedian Ria Lina for my podcast recently about her career and she talked about having autism herself. We also talked about comedy and why jokes that are made by comedians could be offensive and hurtful towards people with a learning disability like me.

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Reasons for optimism over the final 6 weeks 26:23

3M ago26:23

26:23

The Cubs are making a run at a final National League Wild-Card spot and with a little over 6 weeks left in the 2024 season, we run down why there are legitimate reasons for optimism with the Cubs. On the other hand, are there reasons for pessimism? Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki discuss recent trends with this team and what the series in Cleveland…

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Jon Lee - pop band SClub talks pop music & LGBT! 29:32

3M ago29:32

29:32

I had a chat interview with Jon Lee from pop band S Club. We talked about their recent reunion & their Good Times Tour, their recent Brighton Pride gig, about LGBT awareness & about how the band paid tribute to their band mate Paul Cattermole who sadly died from an underlying heart condition.Jon is an Ambassador for the British Heart Foundation to …

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One last push for the playoffs 26:19

3M ago26:19

26:19

The Cubs wrapped up a successful, 5-2 homestand against the Cardinals and Twins and Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez broke down on the Cubs Weekly Podcast. The duo debate whether the Cubs have one final push for a playoff spot left in them after moving to 6 games back in the Wild Card and 3 games under .500 with about 7 weeks to play. Before Wednesd…

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John Byrne - Careers Advisor 34:32

3M ago34:32

34:32

I chatted with John Byrne who is the Careers Advisor for The Stage which is a famous theatre performers newspaper which started the career of singers like the Spice Girls. We talked about our work careers, about representation of people with a learning disability within theatre and the media and chatted about our own Irish Connections!…

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#135 Navigating the New Amazon FBA Maze: Key Strategies for Sellers Amidst Policy Shifts with Yoni Mazor 37:33

3M ago37:33

37:33

Yoni Mazor, co-founder and CGO of Getida, discusses the recent changes in Amazon's FBA refund and reimbursement policies and how they will impact sellers. He explains the different types of claims and the time frames for reimbursement. Yoni emphasizes the importance of taking action before the October 23rd deadline to maximize reimbursements. Getid…

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Gina Patel 35:52

3M ago35:52

35:52

For this episode, I chatted with Gina Patel. She recently won the Rising Star for Diversity Award and she is also the host of the Podcast Ordinary People, Honest Lives! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ordinary-people-honest-lives/id1720058087

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Jack Welch - disability Advocate 27:48

3M ago27:48

27:48

Chat with Jack Welch who is a fantastic disability advocate for people with a learning disability. we chatted about our careers and about our work jobs and we chatted about disability issues like employment!

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