Best Scout Driscoll Podcasts (2024)

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S6, Ep 10: SMBC with a known donor, Ashley Coates 1:00:59

28d ago1:00:59

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My final guest of this season is Ashley Coates, a longtime Instagram friend and solo mom by choice living in Portland, Oregon. When Ashley decided to pursue solo motherhood, she decided to ask a close friend to be her known donor. What happened next feels almost too good to be true. Tune in as Ashley shares her experience of navigating conception, …

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S6, Ep 9: Solo Mum Society founder, author and podcast host, Alisha Burns 1:00:25

2M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

We discuss more about….. The transition from corporate life to focusing on solo motherhood. The joys and challenges of parenting during a global pandemic. Her mother’s health crisis and its impact on her responsibilities. The process of writing her book featuring stories of 20 Australian SMBCs. Strategies for achieving a better work/life balance. P…

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S6, Ep 8: “Accidental” SMBC through foster to open adoption with Elizabeth Friedland 1:04:07

2M ago1:04:07

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We discuss more about….. Elizabeth’s journey to fostering and adoption. Balancing professional life with motherhood. The emotional and logistical challenges of fostering. dating and introducing our children to a future partner. Building and relying on a support system. Insights and advice for those considering fostering or adoption. Connect with El…

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S6, Ep 7: SMBC to two through adoption with Emily Driscoll 49:35

2M ago49:35

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We discuss more about….. Emily's initial adoption research and the steps involved in the process. The emotional journey and uncertainties of getting matched. The costs and logistical aspects of adopting in the U.S. Adjusting to motherhood and balancing work with childcare. The importance of support and strong friendships in solo motherhood. More in…

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S6, Ep 6: Celine Charlotte, a quick journey from considering to parenting 1:11:21

3M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

We discuss more about….. Celine's transition into embracing single motherhood. The challenges and emotional journey of egg retrieval and embryo transfer. Moving from the Netherlands to Sedona, and eventually to New York City. The vital role of community and support for SMBCs. Balancing business and motherhood, and the importance of surrounding ones…

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S6, Ep 5: Luisa Ruge, SMBC in Colombia 59:00

3M ago59:00

59:00

We discuss more about….. What the fertility process looks like in Colombia The raw emotions while undergoing IV Deciding whether or not to have a second child Support and expectations during pregnancy and postpartum More info about 1:1 coaching, group coaching and community groups with The Single Greatest Choice at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/ Mor…

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S6, Ep 4: Danielle Winston, The Seed Scout 58:53

3M ago58:53

58:53

When Danielle and Paige were ready to grow their family, they knew the route of a traditional sperm bank wasn't right for them. They went to great lengths to find a known donor by tapping into their own network and doing a TON of legwork. After walking that path themselves, they decided to create The Seed Scout to help other families who were looki…

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S6, Ep 3: thoughts on a second child as a SMBC 51:50

4M ago51:50

51:50

If you’ve been going back and forth about whether or not to have a second child as a SMBC, you’re not alone! I frequently get asked about this topic, and it’s one that’s on my mind a lot these days. From making decisions about egg and embryo freezing to deciding on spacing between children to weighing the pros and cons of being “one and done”...the…

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S6, Ep 2: Meredith Kate, host of The Backup Plan Podcast 56:33

5M ago56:33

56:33

For years, Meredith and her gay best friend had a running joke that if they were both still single without kids by a certain point, they’d have a child together. Recently, Meredith decided it was time to take that joke seriously. In our conversation, she’ll explain more about her decision, the arrangements she’s making with her known donor, and how…

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S6, Ep 1: Carla Allen, SMBC through gestational surrogacy 50:37

5M ago50:37

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Carla shares her experience from exploring surrogacy options to the complex matching process and the major impact of spiritual faith on her decision-making. She also reflects on the important trust and connection required in the surrogate relationship, and the joys and challenges of pregnancy through the lens of surrogacy. Join us as Carla's story …

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Season 6 Trailer 14:02

6M ago14:02

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New episodes coming every other Wednesday, starting March 20! Get more info and sign up for Guest Expert Workshops, Community Groups, and the SGC Directory at www.singlegreatestchoice.com.More info about coaching, community groups, and retreats atwww.singlegreatestchoice.com/By Katie Bryan

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S5, Ep 10: Keina Newell, Financial Coach 50:50

9M ago50:50

50:50

Connect with Keina! Website | Instagram | Facebook | Podcast Mentioned Resources Money Files - 96 | From Finances to Motherhood: Let’s Talk Money Coaching Check out the SGC Directory! Email Katie for the password: katie@singlegreatestchoice.com Join us in El Cuyo, Mexico March 10-15, 2024! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/el-cuyo-2024 More info about c…

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S5, Ep 9: Laura High, donor conceived advocate 1:08:33

9M ago1:08:33

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In this episode, we discuss more about….. Advocating for regulations and safety within the sperm donation industry. The dangers of excessively large sibling groups. Practical advice for prospective parents seeking donors. How to support donor-conceived children. Legislative initiatives such as the HR451 fertility fraud legislation. Connect with Lau…

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S5, Ep 8: a sperm donor's perspective with Dylan Stone-Miller 1:08:29

9M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

In this episode, we discuss more about….. Lack of regulation in the sperm donation industry. Dylan's personal journey, navigating the emotional complexities of moving from being an unknown to known donor. Ethical considerations and best practices for parents and donors. The shifts in attitudes among donor-conceived children as social norms and pare…

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S5, Ep 7: fertility law with reproductive attorney Rose Pondel 59:28

10M ago59:28

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We discuss more about….. Rose's transition from corporate law to fertility law. Sperm banks vs known donors: legal insights. Finding a reproductive attorney and questions to ask. Legal complexities of egg and embryo donations. Challenges in the world of fertility law. Connect with Rose! Follow her on social media! Instagram | Website More info abou…

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S5, Ep 6: travel tips with travel network innovator and SMBC Julie Munsch 1:02:17

10M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

In our conversation, Julie takes us through the hurdles of healing from past traumas, addressing fertility challenges, and how she first became a mom. She is extremely passionate about parents teaching their children how to become a part of their lives and encourages moms to take that vacation, kids in tow! She provides incredible tips on traveling…

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S5, Ep 5: first comes baby carriage with now-coupled SMBC with Becky Thompson 1:03:27

11M ago1:03:27

1:03:27

In this episode, we discuss more about….. Becky’s decision to be a single mom by choice. Fertility issues and the importance of finding a doctor you can trust. Seeking support through online communities. Dating as a single mom by choice. How Becky unexpectedly found love. Growing a blended family. More info about coaching and community groups at ww…

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S5, Ep 4: unconventional families with writer and SMBC thinker Sara Graybeal 57:13

11M ago57:13

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Throughout our discussion, Sara opens up about the series of events that led to the birth of her son, Micah, as well as her deliberate (sort of) decision to embrace single motherhood. We explore the advantages and challenges of co-parenting, examine the various choices available for expanding one's family with a second child, and gain insights into…

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S5, Ep 3: solo mum survival with Australian SMBC Rachel Toyer 45:54

12M ago45:54

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In this episode, we discuss more about….. What led Rachel to desire to become a single mom by choice. The unexpected turns in the search for a donor. How she’s changed since becoming a mom. Navigating pregnancy and postpartum while doing it solo. Launching her Instagram account and handling the critics. Connect with Rachel! Follow her on social med…

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S5, Ep 2: postpartum doula, lactation & sleep consultant and SMBC 52:25

1y ago52:25

52:25

Elizabeth wears multiple hats as a postpartum doula, lactation counselor (soon-to-be consultant), infant massage instructor, and infant sleep consultant. After years of dedicated work, she took a courageous step towards single parenthood and welcomed her son in the midst of the pandemic. Join us as we delve into her fascinating journey, exploring h…

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S5, Ep 1: chosen family with Kiara Rae Schuh, donor conceived daughter of a SMBC 55:51

1y ago55:51

55:51

Through her work as an author and speaker, Kiara has been on a transformative path connecting with donor-conceived children and prospective parents, opening the door to a world often overlooked in mainstream narratives. In our conversation, she describes more about her journey of self-discovery, meeting her donor siblings, and the beauty of creatin…

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S4, Ep 10: Meet Chekwube, SMBC to be 50:40

1y ago50:40

50:40

In this episode, Katie interviews another yet another smart, creative, soulful and wise SMBC in the making (seriously...I am so blown away by the women who are making this choice. It never gets old!). Chekwube is a 31 year old Black queer femme novelist, poet, artist, and professor living and working in Los Angeles. Her warmth and intentionality sh…

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S4, Ep 9: Meet Halima, SMBC to be 48:01

1+ y ago48:01

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I dare you to listen to this episode and NOT be inspired! Halima is a woman who is living life to it's fullest. A few years back, she began the process of shedding every part of life that didn't feel like the truest version of herself - and I am not talking about cleaning out her closet. We are talking about the big things...her job, her marriage, …

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S4, Ep 8: Meet Meghann, SMBC to two 36:32

1+ y ago36:32

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Meghann shares her incredible story of overcoming loss and serious health complications while on her path to solo motherhood. Listen to hear how she beat the odds and stopped at nothing to create her beautiful family as a solo mom to two beautiful donor-embryo conceived kids. Meghann is a trauma surgeon, a pregnancy loss survivor and an amputee. Sh…

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S4, Ep 7: meet Anna, almost a single mother by choice 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

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In this episode, Katie talks to friend and former coaching client Anna. Anna worked with Katie back in early 2021 as she pursued her own solo mom journey in the midst of the covid-19 pandemic. After a significant breakup and a move back to her hometown, Anna decided to continue dating while she waited for the covid-19 vaccine to become widely avail…

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S4, Ep 6: two years as an SMBC with Katie B. 47:05

1+ y ago47:05

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In this episode, Katie mentions @giftearlybird, an investing app where you can save for your child's future. If you create an account and use the code gifteb.co/3FZc2ob, you'll automatically get $15 deposited in your child's account. The app is super cool and customer service is excellent. I highly recommend this method of creating a little nest eg…

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S4, Ep 5: meet Christina, SMBC 58:20

1+ y ago58:20

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Christina Bernhard is a SMBC in Austin, Texas who Katie feels lucky to call a friend. Katie and Christina connected first on Instagram, then in real life. They share a passion for thought work and self-coaching, and both have used these tools to create a life they truly love as single mothers by choice. You'll love getting to know Christina, and I …

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S4, Ep 4: meet Anne, single mother by choice 58:10

1+ y ago58:10

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In this episode, Katie chats with her friend and coaching client, Anne. Anne found the Single Greatest Choice community just as she was beginning her journey to conceive her baby girl. In this episode, Anne divulges what it's like to move forward with solo motherhood while still holding a deep desire for both partnership and travel. Anne is someone…

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S4, Ep 3: books for your child's bookshelf 31:50

1+ y ago31:50

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www.myperfectfamilybook.com @myperfectfamilybook @noneedforprincecharming www.thejourneytoyouchildrensbook.com @thejourneytoyouchildrensbook "You're My Little..." boardbook series by Nicola Edwards and illustrated by Natalie Marshall www.pinholepress.com for creating your own spiral-bound board books to tell your child's story The Single Greatest C…

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S4, Ep 2: meet Liz, single mother by choice 40:45

1+ y ago40:45

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In this episode, Katie talks with friend and former coaching client, Liz. While exploring the idea of solo motherhood by choice, Liz came across The Single Greatest Choice podcast and became one of Katie's early one-on-one coaching clients. You'll hear us discuss our shared apprehensions about conceiving via donor sperm and raising donor-conceived …

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S4, Ep 1: meet Lindsay, single mother by choice 51:16

1+ y ago51:16

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Welcome to a new season of the podcast! In this episode, Katie chats with her friend and coaching client, Lindsay. Lindsay first found Katie through the Single Greatest Choice podcast, then chose to participate in both Group Coaching and the first ever Single Greatest Choice Community Group. Lindsay shares her journey to solo motherhood and some of…

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S3 Bonus: 2022 end of year update with Katie B. 45:28

1+ y ago45:28

45:28

Catch up with Katie after a long break from the podcast. Hear answers to your questions about solo motherhood, the latest on coaching and retreats, and find out Katie's favorite parts of life with a 20 month old toddler!More info about coaching, community groups, and retreats atwww.singlegreatestchoice.com/…

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S3, Ep 5: using coaching strategies to choose the "perfect" donor 39:37

2y ago39:37

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In this episode, Katie shares her favorite coaching tools by applying them to the sometimes emotional experience of choosing a donor as a solo parent. To learn more about these top 3 tools, visit: The Life Coach School Podcast by Brooke Castillo, Master Coach Instructor Self Compassion by Kristin Neff, PhD The Work of Byron Katie You'll also learn …

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S3, Ep 4: choosing a known donor with Stephanie & Porter 1:07:24

2y ago1:07:24

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Katie talks donor selection with Stephanie, solo mom to Porter George. Stephanie made the shift from considering an open ID donor through a cryobank to selecting a known donor after doing research on the perspectives of donor conceived individuals. You can follow Stephanie and Porter @mamasteph_np on Instagram!More info about coaching, community gr…

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S3, Ep 3: five SMBCs share how they chose their donor 42:01

2y ago42:01

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In this episode, five women share their stories and perspective about choosing a donor on the path to becoming a Single Mother by Choice.More info about coaching, community groups, and retreats atwww.singlegreatestchoice.com/By Katie Bryan

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TikTok for Wineries: How To Use TikTok To Grow Your Brand 49:50

2y ago49:50

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Amanda McCrossin is a certified sommelier, wine personality, and TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube creator. As the former Sommelier and Wine Director at PRESS Restaurant in Napa Valley, Amanda worked with the world’s largest, deepest restaurant collection of all Napa Valley wines in the world. During her time there, the wine program thrived, garnering…

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Insights From the Craft Beer Space: What Wineries Can Learn From Beer Marketing 34:47

2y ago34:47

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Matt Tanaka is the Founder and Creative Director of Stout Collective, a beer branding and design studio. He lives in Chicago with his wife and business partner, Laura, their two boys, and the world's sleepiest french bulldog, Bento. In this episode… There’s no question that the wine and craft beer industries have many differences. Wineries are ofte…

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Developing Savvy Marketing Plans for Domestic and Import Brands With Clarity & Co 24:40

2y ago24:40

24:40

Theresa Wray is the Owner of Clarity & Co, a consulting business for the wine and spirits industry that specializes in marketing, trade relations, and US market guidance for both domestic and imported brands. She previously led marketing operations at Maisons Marques & Domaines, the well-known import portfolio and US marketing arm of Louis Roederer…

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The Roots Fund Feature: Securing a Pathway for the BIPOC Community in Wine 25:58

2y ago25:58

25:58

In 2020, Ikimi Dubose-Woodson co-founded The Roots Fund alongside Carlton McCoy and Tahiirah Habibi. The Roots Fund is a nonprofit dedicated to creating inclusive opportunities for communities of color throughout the wine industry. Ikimi is a chef, restaurateur, writer, nonprofit executive, and inspiration who now runs the organization as Executive…

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S3, Ep 2: a surprise donor sibling connection with Holly & Tatiana 41:25

2+ y ago41:25

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Holly and Katie describe an unbelievable discovery on the path to solo motherhood. You don't want to miss this story! More info about coaching, community groups, and retreats atwww.singlegreatestchoice.com/By Katie Bryan

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Winery Spotlight: Terlato Wines International on Modern Marketing, Legacy, and Fine Wine 39:55

2+ y ago39:55

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Elisabeth (Elise) C. Terlato has worked in the wine industry for five years now, joining the family’s company in October of 2018 as the Associate Marketing Manager. In this role, she was responsible for marketing and managing Terlato Wines International’s Estate Division portfolio of brands, including Terlato Vineyards, M. Chapoutier, Mathilde Chap…

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Ask the Experts: Leveraging Cutting Edge Digital Marketing Tactics With Drinkubator 41:11

2+ y ago41:11

41:11

Drinkubator lives at the collision of alcoholic beverages and technology. Formed in 2018 by Bryan Monteleone and Kyle Groth, two technology junkies with experience in the craft alcohol business, Drinkubator leverages digital strategy for their spirits, RTDs, wine, and non-alcoholic brand partners. With an eye on emerging technology and bleeding edg…

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Winery Spotlight: Hobo Wine Company on 20 Years of Growing as You Go 36:06

2+ y ago36:06

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Kenny Likitprakong, a Santa Rosa native, is the Owner and Winemaker of the Hobo Wine Company. For the last 20 years, he has tried to balance the building of his business with his life while taking care of his employees. He prioritizes decreasing the winery's carbon footprint by making smart environmental decisions that are good for the planet and t…

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S3, Ep 1: a donor connection with Merav & Noa 59:25

2+ y ago59:25

59:25

Katie has a conversation with another SMC who shares her donor. That's right, our kids are biological half siblings! Connecting with donor sibling families has been a highlight on the SMC path. This conversation will give you an idea of why!More info about coaching, community groups, and retreats atwww.singlegreatestchoice.com/…

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Winery Spotlight: Ole' Orleans Wines on Celebrating Culture and Connecting With Customers 27:16

2+ y ago27:16

27:16

Kim Lewis is the Owner and Founder of the award-winning winery, Ole' Orleans Wines. Known as the "heart and soul" of the company, Kim infused the creole and cajun roots of New Orleans to create a collection of well-balanced wines that are perfect for any occasion. What started as a dream has now become one of the fastest-growing black-owned winerie…

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S2 Bonus: one year as a SMBC with Katie B. 31:06

2+ y ago31:06

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More info about coaching, community groups, and retreats atwww.singlegreatestchoice.com/By Katie Bryan

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Winery Spotlight: Really Good Boxed Wine on Alternative Packaging for Premium Wine 35:41

2+ y ago35:41

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Jake Whitman is the Founder and CEO of Really Good Boxed Wine. As the founder of two businesses, he brings more than a decade of management, marketing, and operations experience from both large and mid-sized companies. Prior to Really Good Boxed Wine, Jake worked at SoFi as the Head of Marketing for SoFi Money, one of SoFi’s fastest-growing product…

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Wine Label Do’s and Don’ts: How to Leverage Printing With Expert Stephan Martinez 44:15

2+ y ago44:15

44:15

Stephan Martinez is the Founder of Trysk Print Solutions, based in Seattle, Washington. Stephan has been in the label space for over 25 years with a focus on wine and spirits. He appreciates the nuances of the craft and enjoys pushing the boundaries of technology to help packaging evolve and grow with consumers' tastes. In this episode… The print a…

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Paper Wine Bottles: How Frugalpac is Changing the Packaging Game 24:10

2+ y ago24:10

24:10

John-Paul Grogan is the Product Director at Frugalpac, a sustainable packaging company with a mission to decarbonize the food and beverage industry. He’s been with the business since its formation and has played a huge part in the company’s growth. He’s responsible for product design, materials specifications, and management of the technical team. …

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Feature Interview: Silicon Valley Bank’s Rob McMillan on Connecting With Younger Consumers 42:22

2+ y ago42:22

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Rob McMillan is the EVP and Founder of Silicon Valley Bank’s Wine Division. Rob is one of the top wine-business analysts in the United States and the Author of Silicon Valley Bank’s highly regarded annual State of the Wine Industry Report, described by The New York Times as “… probably the most influential analysis of its kind.” With decades of exp…

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