The Sound Off Podcast is a series of interviews and discussions about Broadcasting, podcasting and New Media. Matt Cundill is a 20 year veteran of radio and has worked on air, and as a program director. Matt has worked with podcasters since 2016 to increase their audience and the amount of time engaged on their audio. ⚡️mattcundill@getalby.com
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You May Also Like with Podcast Wizard Matt Cundill is produced by the team at the Sound Off Media Company, You May Also Like celebrates curiosity and inquisition. Every other week we explore subject matter you may like, The show was formerly known as The Hot Air Podcast from 2018 through 2022. Support the Show: ⚡️mattcundill@getalby.com
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Glamorous or a grind - take your pick. Life on the road as part of a concert tour crew can be either or both. From the intensity of loading in and loading out, setting up and tearing down, to the anxious, white line drudgery of highway travel in the middle of the night to get to the next city on time, it’s a roller coaster ride of sacrifice and reward. Backstage Stories: Crew Are People Too is dedicated to the unsung ranks who toil in the shadows of the live entertainment industry. Without t ...
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Sharon Taylor: High Performance Podcasting
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Sharon Taylor, Senior Vice President of Podcast Strategy and Product Operations at Triton, discusses her career journey from hospitality management to podcasting. She joined Omny Studio in 2016, initially on a contract basis, and later becoming CEO. Sharon highlights the evolution of Omny Studio from a radio tool to a comprehensive podcast platform…
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Todd Cochrane: Podcasting in the Age of AI
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Blubrry's CEO Todd Cochrane is back once again this week, and this time he's got a new toy he's eager to share: The Thrive bundle, Blubrry's first major foray into AI integration for podcasters. We begin by going over what exactly the Thrive bundle offers its users, including various AI-powered tools to help podcasters with tasks like episode plann…
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Dan Misener: The Art & Science of Podcasting
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You likely know Dan Misener for his work in Podcasting - but I managed to trace his roots back to radio. Specifically, to CBC and shows like DNTO (Definitely Not the Opera) and Spark with Nora Young. His radio days actually stretch back a little further than that to campus radio at Dalhousie's CKDU in Halifax. But it was his time at Pacific Content…
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Carlota G is the midday host at 107.5 XTreme Radio in Vegas. We discussed her early career path in radio, starting as a vinyl collector in high school and later transitioning from a medical billing job and then into broadcasting. She was inspired by DJs like Dusty Street and Doug "Sluggo" Roberts of KROQ fame. Carlota shared stories of her early da…
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The key to success is... relationships! Whether it is business or love, relationships will define how well you do at either. London Reber understands relationships and shares her personal journey with addiction, starting with a childhood sugar addiction that later led to alcohol abuse. She realized she was an alcoholic at age 27 and sought recovery…
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At least once a year I get the urge to do an episode about career management and what to do when there are mass layoffs from the impactful culprits like Bell, Audacy, iHeart, Corus, Rogers, or Cumulus. Yes these aren't the only companies that lay off staff but it feels worse when public companies do it. Over the last few months, Corus and Audacy ha…
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This week, I speak with Rob Grant from 101.5 Today Radio in Calgary. Back in 2022 I went to Spain and landed in Seville for the Copa Del Rey final between Real Betis and Valencia. On my Instagram I wondered why there were so many firecrackers going off. It was Rob who explained that it is the Valencian way of saying hello - it football terms. Over …
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Jeff Woods returns to the show. He was a guest way way back in 2016 in Episode 2. Back then we spoke about his (then) new book, Radio, Records and Rockstars. Shortly after came the creation of a successful radio show and podcast. In this episode you will hear his process of creating an episode, the non-use of AI in research, and the influence of th…
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Back in August of 2020, I had Alan Cross on the show to talk about the issues facing the music industry in the wake of the pandemic. In 2022, we could have declared that music was back but we still didn't have any real numbers with so many people trying to make up for lost time, missed shows, and those forgotten tickets stored somewhere on the inte…
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It appears that Jeremy Baker has come full circle. After starting the commercial part of his career at the Zone in Victoria, Jeremy has returned. We discuss his early years buying 90's CD's, listening to 99.3 the Fox, X, and other alternative formated radio. We talked about his time working university radio before heading to the Zone in Victoria th…
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Paul Bonaquisti is the owner of Bonaquisti Wines and the host of Denver Wine Radio. In this episode, you will hear Paul discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of urban winemaking in Colorado, highlighting the importance of educating the public on the distinction between winemaking and vineyard agriculture. Matt inquires about the best whit…
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In this episode, Jeremy recounts his career journey from his first internet and computer experiences in the 1990s to his current role in digital innovation for radio. Beginning with a vivid recollection of early personal computing and internet usage, Jeremy shares how his tech-savvy background led him to a pivotal role at Clear Channel and later at…
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Scot Turner: Airwaves and Soundwaves
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Another episode years in the making. Scot Turner recently retired from Evanov Radio in Brantford, Ontario. Scot discussed his experiences in radio programming, sharing insights on how to navigate challenges and create successful radio stations, including CFNY, 94.5 The Beat, Dave-FM in Kitchener, and many more. Scot emphasized the importance of ble…
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Heather Furr is the Director of Digital for the Bob & Sheri Show. They have 70 radio affiliates that they work with. Inside the walls of one radio station, digital strategy is an ongoing discussion and debate over best practices, staying on brand and what makes content go viral. Heather's work day is about deciding what is important in the moment a…
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Last time Sue Haas was on the show, she had just moved over from Blue Ant Media to start as the President and COO of NLogic. Well, almost a year has gone by since then, and Sue's back to let us know how it's going. If you're listening in Canada, you're probably aware that NLogic has been a steady supporter of this show for a long time now. We use t…
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I reached out to Roz Weston when he was releasing his book, A Little Bit Broken in September of 2022. So that is not completely true - I sent an email to the publisher requesting an interview and you know how that can go. Publisher prefers TV over a podcast so on and so forth. It was another show in our company The Women of Ill Repute that had a re…
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Arielle Nissenblatt: Resident Podcast Enthusiast
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We last had Arielle Nissenblatt on episode 307 a few years ago and loved the enthusiasm and energy she brings to the space. So much has changed in two years including many things that pertain to marketing like social media and video usage - so you have an idea where this conversation is headed. This is some all encompassing involvement: Her Ear Bud…
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This is the story of my friends Lisa & Jose who started a hotel in Cordoba. Actually, it's more than a hotel: It's a Passion. An Italian-Spanish fusion made Patio del Posadero a reality. Couple at work and in life: Lisa, born in Verona, Italy, and Jose, born in La Escala, Gerona, had a dream: to live in Córdoba and restore an old courtyard house to…
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Craig Bruce’s radio days started in 1986 hosting shows in Australia. He now consults for radio stations and launched a podcast called Game Changers Radio in 2016, featuring interviews with radio personalities from around the world. While the show podfaded in 2020, it is the new series called Melbourne Radio Wars, which documents Kyle and Jackie O’s…
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Joining us Tuesday on the show is Craig Bruce, a consultant for radio companies in Canada, New Zealand and Australia. We are going to talk about his career but also his podcast is called ‘Game Changers Radio’ which returns with a new series called Melbourne Radio Wars. Please take this moment to follow or subscribe to the show. About Melbourne Radi…
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David Gerson is a soccer referee who provides an honest perspective from the 3rd team on the pitch... Through humor, analysis and education, his podcast is changing how people view referees and officials in all sports. His goal is that the podcast inspires, educates and humanizes the next generation of referees for their own development and appreci…
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So this is episode 400. I'm never really sure if as podcasters we are supposed to celebrate these milestones publicly; I have never heard a listener tell anyone that "you need to listen to Episode 100 of" any podcast ever. But I have heard them say, "Did you check out the episode with [insert relevant person here]"? Tell your friends that Dave Jack…
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One of the first questions I ask people when they make a decision to leave their radio job under the guise of retirements is: "Were you pushed or did you jump?" Unlike the Terry Dimonte "retirement" where he was clearly pushed, Ken Connors is leaving his weekend morning job at CJAD 800am on his own terms. In this episode, you will hear all about Ke…
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Alan Grego shared his journey from corporate training to becoming an award-winning podcast host and communications manager at Moneris. He discussed how he got interested in podcasting and started an internal podcast at Moneris to share opportunities. This led to him creating branded podcasts for Moneris full-time. In this episode, you will hear us …
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Who is John? John "The Milkman" Mielke is a pioneer when it comes to bringing radio to the world wide web. John has two websites that any radio-head should be tuned into: MilkmanUnlimited.com is an incredible resource for keeping up with radio industry news. It also curates work for voiceover artists, including a few you may recognize from this sho…
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Matt Vettese: Punk Passion, Radio & Other Relatable EMO Content
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Matt Vettese's career journey in radio has lasted 13 years... so far. He was caught up in layoffs last November when he was an unexpected budget cut at Big 101.1 in Barrie, Ontario. Over his time in radio, he worked in places like Peace River, Alberta and Thunder Bay, Ontario, and what he learned was the importance of connecting with listeners rega…
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We're back with another radio star this week- one whose career I actually contributed to. Sarah Christie has been in radio for well over a decade, and currently serves as the National Music Manager for Virgin Radio Canada. We discuss her rise through the radio ranks, from a humble intern who moved to Winnipeg for an internship as soon as she was ab…
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Mark Asquith is the British Podcast Guy. He is also the co-founder of Captivate which was purchased by Global in December of 2021. Mark has been Helping podcasters to grow their audience. What I really like about Mark is his thinking when it comes to monetization and growing your audience; he is not beholden to things podcasters hold sacred. In thi…
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Seth Resler: Community Marketing Revolution
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Seth Resler joins to explore the dynamic intersection of podcasting and community marketing. Reflecting on radio's digital evolution, Resler discusses content overload and the challenges of standing out in a saturated market. The conversation dives into the pivotal role of community building, particularly in the pandemic era, as a means of fosterin…
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We have had Sarah Burke on the show a couple of times before, the first when she was at SiriusXM and the second when she launched the Women in Media Podcast. The podcast has now morphed into a network which includes shows like "Trust Me I'm a Decorator", "The Jann Arden Podcast, More Money with Jessica Morehouse, and Beyond the Sale with Cynthia Os…
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Today, we're delving into the legacy of former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney with Stuart Murray, who shares firsthand memories from Mulroney's 1984 election campaign. We discuss Mulroney's leadership, his efforts to unite Canada, and the controversies surrounding his government's decisions. Despite criticism, Mulroney was known for bold th…
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Matty Staudt: Podcasting, Podle.co and the Podcast Academy
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Matty Staudt is the owner of Jam Street Media, a board member of the Podcast Academy, about to launch Podle.co and .... looking for his next opportunity. All at once. In this episode, we are going to talk about podcasting growth and opportunities with industry experts, the pros and cons of remote work in the podcast industry, and his experience of …
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Fellow Canadian history buffs, rejoice: Craig Baird has a cool podcast and radio show. Actually, that call to action may not resonate with very many of you, but that's exactly why Craig Baird started his podcast. Canadian History Ehx is a show dedicated to proving that Canadian history isn't nearly as boring as everyone thinks. Sure, it may not be …
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Last June, I got to watch Maie Pauts receive the Rosalie Tromblay Trailblazer Award. There was a 10 minute video summary of her career along with the tributes and highlights. This is a longer version of that. In this episode, you'll hear how Maie got her start in radio at the campus station at Ryerson University in Toronto. She originally wanted to…
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Steve Goldstein: The New Rules of Podcasting
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Steve Goldstein is back after a nearly three year absence from the show to talk about video and podcasting. Last summer - video was the main topic of conversation at Podcast Movement, largely on the heels of a presentation by Steve Goldstein from Amplifi Media and Jay Nachlis from Coleman Insights. The study surveyed podcast listeners on how they "…
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Josie Dye is exactly what radio needs. You may recognize her name from a few places: If you're in Toronto, you'll likely have heard her on Indie 88 for the last few years, or on 102.1 The Edge back in the day. You might have also heard Cynthia & Josie's Unmentionables, her podcast with Cynthia Loyst, which has been blowing up since it launched in 2…
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Carly Kincaid may use the term "Radio Junkie" to describe herself, but she's also a voiceover pro you hear on corporate narrations and when you are put on hold. Her radio career kicked of in the late 90's and since then she has rarely veered away from a microphone. In this episode, you will hear about Carly's passion for radio and voiceover work, r…
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There have been no episodes for a few weeks? What gives? Also we added the Sound Off Podcast to the The Open Podcast Prefix Project (OP3) A free and open-source podcast prefix analytics service committed to open data and listener privacy. You can be a nosey parker by checking out our downloads here. You can add your podcast to the project here. See…
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Today, we cross a name off every radio aficionado's interview bucket list: Erin Davis. Erin hosted radio in Toronto for more than 30 years, from the 80's all the way to 2016. Most of that time was spent at the venerable CHFI. There's a lot to talk about when it comes to Erin's career, and she's happy to share. Stories of personal and career growth,…
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Andrew "Hustler" Paterson: Winnipeg Sports Talk FTW
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Andrew "Hustler" Paterson is the owner of Winnipeg Sports Talk. TSN 1290 abandoned the Sports Radio format back in February 2021, and since then, he and his producer Michael Remis have filled the gap, putting out high-quality daily sports content for the people of Winnipeg to enjoy. Hustler started in radio with a Saturday sports show on CFEQ 107.1…
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Chestnuts roasting on an open fire... And us roasting a bunch of jerks! Welcome to the 8th annual Very Terry Christmas. If it's your first time, the Very Terry Christmas is a special episode where Matt is joined by Terry Dimonte, his longtime pal, to get into the holiday spirit and "reminisce" (i.e. complain) about the year's goings-on. Fair warnin…
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Pete Tessier knows Insurance. As the host of the Insurance Podcast, he speaks to Insurance professionals about the challenges in the business. But let's face it - no one really thinks about Insurance unless they work in it. In this episode you will hear about the industry's use of technology and trust issues, a story about a hole-in-one contest at …
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Jason Dixon has been with Sirius XM since 2015. How he got there is a sum of all the parts that come before that. An internship at 970 WFLA after hearing about it in a TV and radio class, a transition to the Power Pig where he shares a number of fun stories, launching what would become WDAE, followed by 8 years at the Tampa Bay Lightning. Jason lat…
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Brad Williams is the host of Over 40 Fitness Hacks, the podcast for individuals looking to fight the aging process while still enjoying their social lives. Brad provides us with invaluable insights, tips, and tricks tailored explicitly for the over-40 crowd. This episode brings together health and wellness experts from around the globe, and helps y…
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The Canadian Radio Awards are here! In this special bonus episode, we go over the results one-by-one and give you our thoughts on the lineup this year, as well as speaking to some of the winners about their year in radio. The categories and their winners are as follows: Station of the Year - presented by NLogic Major - 94.5 Virgin Radio (CFBT-FM), …
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Paul Larsen: The Ownership Experience
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Have you ever thought to yourself, "I'd love to own a radio station"? I know there was a point where I did. If you've ever had that feeling, or still do, today's guest Paul Larsen is the man to talk to. I've been wanting to have Paul on the podcast for years, ever since he bought 103.9 The Lake in Kelowna, B.C. in 2021. Today, he's in the process o…
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Do you remember last Spring, when the media was all abuzz about AI Ashley, the first-ever artificial intelligence radio DJ? If so, you might remember the name Alpha Media. They're the ones who help bring her to life. (AI Ashley is Ashley “Z” Elzinga) Phil Becker is the Executive Vice President of Content at Alpha Media, and our guest today. He has …
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Terry Dimonte and Ted Bird are Montreal radio legends who started a podcast two years ago after Terry was unceremoniously retired from his morning radio job at CHOM-FM. Ted continues his morning show at Evanov's Lite 106.7 which serves the West Island. The podcast started as a one season affair that is now in its 6th season featuring amazing guests…
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Angelica Neri is a yoga instructor and Ayurvedic healer, explains that the "monkey mind" is a common limiting belief that can be overcome through spiritual practices like yoga and meditation. She shares that her passion for healing began as a child, with psychic experiences that she didn't understand until later in life. In this episode, Angelica d…
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Steve Reynolds: The Major Market Radio Talent Coach
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It's been 3 and a half years since we have had Steve on the show. The last time I spoke to him, we were trying to figure out how morning shows were going to do what they do everyday... but from home. We pick up where we left off with my first question, "Are we back to Normal?" (As if there was any normal to go to back to) In this episode, Steve and…
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