How do we stay sane, survive, and thrive in today’s world? On the Truth Tastes Funny podcast, writer/comedian Hersh Rephun explores the absurdity of life’s challenges, while engaging with experts who’ve dedicated themselves to finding serious solutions.
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Welcome to the show where brands take center stage for your edification and entertainment. Known as “The MESSAGE Therapist™,” your host Hersh Rephun is a veteran advertising creative, publicist, and comedian.
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Known as The MESSAGE Therapist™, Hersh Rephun has helped 100s of businesses refine their messaging. On BVR, he speaks with founders about the businesses they've built and how they're marketing them to the next level.
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Today, Hersh's guest is Roy Vella, CEO of Next CoLabs. He's a Global Executive (CEO / CRO / CCO) and Stanford JD/MBA who makes sense of AI for the rest of us. Known as a solid revenue leader, serial innovator and growth driver, Roy's the one to get it done by creating and amplifying the go-to-market efforts of impactful companies. Building on a pas…
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Leaving Nothing Left Unsaid, with Adam Zuckerman
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In this episode of Truth Tastes Funny, Hersh welcomes Adam Zuckerman, co-creator of the card games One More Story and Nothing Left Unsaid. Zuckerman discusses the design and purpose behind these games, which facilitate end-of-life conversations among loved ones. They also delve into Zuckerman's initiative, Buried in Work, which offers resources to …
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Tony Richardson on Harley's Treats, Canine Nutrition, and Social Good
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In this episode of Yes Brand, Tony Richardson shares his inspiring journey from a 24-year U.S. Army veteran to the founder of Harley's Treats USA, a natural dog treats company. Richardson details the personal motivations behind his venture, including caring for his German shepherd, Buddy, a Marine Corps reject injured in Afghanistan. He explains th…
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Transforming Subconscious Behaviors and Finding Balance with Victoria Rader
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Victoria Rader, Ph.D. Possibility Coach™, transformational speaker and founder of YU2SHINE empowers coaches, entrepreneurs, and spiritual seekers to manifest miracles by uncovering and solving underlying hidden problems and patterns with innovative possibilities, reigniting PASSION and expanding PEACE, PURPOSE, and PROSPERITY. She is an eight times…
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Intentional Living and Success Frameworks with Tom Beal
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"I recorded this interview before I'd met Tom in person or been on the Marketer's Cruise," notes Hersh Rephun of his sit-down with Tom Beal, aka "The Simplifier." "It made me an instant fan, so by the time we got to know each other on the ship, I was starstruck." In Tom's own words: "After being born to teenagers, raised around 4 divorces & 6 marri…
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Embracing Body Positivity and Redefining Fitness with Rachel Lavin
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Rachel Lavin is a Published author of The Doughnut Diaries, Professional Speaker, Body Love Coach, Certified Health Coach, Certified Personal Trainer. She grew up in Northern California and has lived in Hawaii, Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon and New York City. She currently lives in Greenville, South Carolina with her partner. In 2020 R…
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Sarah St John on Launching Podcasts, AI Impact, and Branding Strategies
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Sarah St John, entrepreneur and podcaster, shares her journey and insights on launching a new podcast. She discusses her podcast production agency, PodPlanet, the impact of AI on the industry, and the importance of branding. Sarah also introduces her new podcast courses and how to differentiate multiple brands.(0:00) Sarah St John discusses launchi…
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Navigating Career Shifts and Personal Growth with Emily Guerra
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Emily Guerra is a Productivity Life Coach and the creator of The Productivity Flow. Her mission is to empower self-employed women to overcome mindset barriers so they can effectively boost their productivity and reach their fullest potential. Through her blogs (and freebies!), 1-1 coaching, online course, and public speaking, Emily unites lessons s…
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Brian Gregory and the YES Test for Brand Success
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Brian Gregory - who sits down with Hersh on YES, BRAND - is the creator of The YES! TEST, a breakthrough tool for small businesses, media firms, consultants and marketing agencies that's fast and simple to use. The answer is obvious... YES to BOTH! How would you like to get a Mind-Blowing analysis of YOUR company in ONLY 5 minutes - For FREE! Disco…
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Holly Bertone on Comebacks and Taking Responsibility for Health
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Holly Bertone is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Motivational Speaker, #1 Amazon bestselling author, and Host of Your Comeback Story Podcast. Holly’s expertise is as a Midlife Comeback Coach for professional women over 40, to help them recover from burnout by ditching the habits and beliefs holding them back, so they can have consistent and sust…
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Donnie Boivin is a highly successful entrepreneur, author, and podcaster. As the CEO of three thriving companies, Success Champion Networking, Badass Business Summit, and Champions Table Mastermind, he is a proven leader in the business community. With five best-selling books under his belt and a top-rated podcast, Growth Mode, Donnie is a recogniz…
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Redefining Success and Mindset Transformation with Carlo Taormina
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Carlo Taormina shares his journey of overcoming clinical depression and suicidal ideation. From his background in personal training and life coaching to a pivotal "hell week" and a life-changing "depression intervention" road trip initiated by his brother, Carlo delves into redefining success and the importance of mindset transformation. Carlo rose…
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Unlocking Brilliance with Andrew Kap Through Gratitude and Self-Trust
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Hersh chats with Andrew Kap about harnessing the power of gratitude and overcoming fear. They delve into Andrew's journey writing "The Last Law of Attraction Book," his new book "Just Feel Good," and discuss his 90-day and 30-day programs. Plus, insights on learning from business mistakes and following inspiration. People can find out more my proje…
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Surviving and Thriving, Effortlessly, with Erin Andrea Craske
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Erin Andrea Craske is a fantastic double-brainer, who simultaneously blends strategy and humanity," said Hersh after interviewing this award-winning strategist with a 20-year career, culminating as Global Head of Consumer Brands. With expertise in strategic development, profitability, leadership, and communication, Erin's an ICF-certified business …
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In Dialogue with Jaclyn Whitt on Faith-Based Screenwriting
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Jaclyn Whitt is a screenwriter, specializing in the Family Friendly and Faith-based genres. Whether the subject matter calls for comedy or drama, Jaclyn has always preferred to tell stories in script form (she has this in common with Hersh!). She received accolades on the uniqueness of her characters and their voices, as well as the complex dynamic…
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Modern Cupping, WellCare Shifts, and Health Tips with Dr. Tom Ingegno
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Some call it "Grandma's Medicine," because of its simplicity. But Hersh does a deep dive with Dr. Tom Ingegno, DACM, LAC, the best-selling author of "The Cupping Book: Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Healing". Dr. Tom owns and operates Charm City Integrative Health, a multifaceted clinic NYT bestseller and futurist David Houle called the "Future o…
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Mushrooms, Cannabis, and Comedy with Robert Johnson, CEO of Mycroboost
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Robert Johnson is the founder & CEO of premium mushroom product company Mycroboost and supplements manufacturer Custom Capsule Consultants. He's a cannabis and hemp industry veteran, health product expert, psychedelic advocate and seasoned entrepreneur with a 20-year track record of launching successful startup businesses in new and emerging market…
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Vicki Paris Goodman on Navigating Loss, Embracing Change, and Affirming Afterlife Connections
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Vicki Paris Goodman lost the love of her life, her husband Sam, to cancer in 2019. While navigating her profound grief, she was astonished when the life-changing event unexpectedly opened up a world of possibilities, filling her with gratitude and optimism. Sheer inspiration motivated her to write To Sam, With Love: A Surviving Spouse’s Story of In…
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Customer Retention and AI with the One & Only Joey Coleman
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This week, Hersh sits down with author, speaker, and customer retention expert Joey Coleman. They dive into the importance of customer and employee relationships. They discuss Joey's new book, his transition from law to business, and the impact of AI on business relationships. In my Wall Street Journal #2 best selling book, Never Lose a Customer Ag…
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A Journey from Burnout to Fitness with Lisa Hammett
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Are you stressed, burned out, and feeling unhealthy? Do you find yourself wishing for more hours in the day and turning to food for comfort, only to end up feeling worse? This episode is for you. Our guest, Lisa Hammett, shares her powerful journey from the depths of corporate burnout to becoming a successful Wellness Coach. Tune in to discover how…
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Shereen Thor: How Pain, Joy, & Laughter Birthed a "Revolutionary Woman"
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Shereen is a Keynote Speaker and Executive Coach with over seventeen years of experience. As a former comedian, her style uniquely inspires employees, managers, and leaders to source solutions from within and develop executive presence. Shereen - who has shared the stage with greats like Serena Williams, Prince Harry, Pau Gasol, and Les Brown - is …
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Neurodiversity in Education and Organizations with Meghan Bonde
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If you are a team leader who understands that attracting and leveraging untapped Neurodivergent talent is the best approach to accelerating their success and navigating their challenges, you should sit down with Meghan Bonde, whose current focus is training and onboarding “for all kinds of minds.” Meghan designs job-embedded professional learning o…
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Peak Performance with Constantin Bo Morun: Create Time and Unleash Thyself
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Constantin Bo Morun is a specialist in Time Creation & Peak Performance, and a Certified NeuroEncoding Specialist. His journey from communist Romania to a fulfilling career in North America's tech industry, including a significant role at Microsoft, shows his never-ending effort to get better, help people, and share what he knows. With a passion fo…
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Join Hersh as he chats with Brad Axelrad, a seasoned consultant, marketing strategist, podcast host, and event producer with over a decade of remarkable achievements. Throughout his illustrious career, he orchestrated over 200 live events featuring top thought and business leaders, as well as bestselling authors. With a proven track record of deliv…
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Sean Bw Parker on Love's Role in Society and the Dangers of Binary Thinking
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Hersh Rephun chats with British artist, author, and activist Sean Bw Parker. They delve into Sean's personal journey, his justice reform work, and his critique of online culture. They explore love's role in conflict resolution, the dangers of binary thinking, and the importance of nuanced understanding. Conversations on trans rights, compelled spee…
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