Best Sirois Podcasts (2024)

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Next-Gen Channel Sales w/BlueStar Canada’s Michel Sirois 1:04:30

8d ago1:04:30

1:04:30

The modern customer is continually evolving, which demands that sales tactics also change, especially in our complex channel model. This week, BlueStar Canada’s President, Michel Sirois, shares his experience and insights on a highly relevant topic to our work. Is the new “generation” of buyers actually an age thing? How do we approach buyers with …

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The Digital Sorting Hat ft. Daniel Sirois 41:14

10d ago41:14

41:14

Prepare to be amazed as we uncover the transformative impact of AI on your business's online strategy. This episode, featuring the insightful Dan Sirois, CPO & Co-Founder of Punchmark, offers an exclusive look into the future of client engagement and web development. We talk about Punchmark's new Creative Strategy Assessment and how it provides uni…

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Mastering Instagram and Digital Presence with Savannah Kell 26:38

1h ago26:38

26:38

Mike meets with Savannah Kell, Junior Designer at Punchmark, to talk about everything she's done to renovate the Punchmark Instagram account, what goes into managing an account sustainably, and the differences in approach for a B2B account versus a B2C account. Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark…

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Author CE Foltz Has Different Identities for Different Genres, and You Can Too! 49:54

4h ago49:54

49:54

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with the author now known as CE Foltz. After making herself known as an author in the YA/MG genres under the name Coral Elizabeth, she has taken the freedom afforded to the modern-day author and moved into adult science-fiction. Now with a new name and a fresh high-stakes st…

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AI Hype, Hesitance, and Meaningful Solutions with Intel’s David Allen 48:43

4d ago48:43

48:43

Technological progress often comes in waves that are met with intense discussion, scrutiny, skepticism, and acceptance. Artificial intelligence is the latest wave disrupting the reseller channel, but one that demands a response sooner rather than later. This week, Intel’s Director of US Distribution, David Allen, is not only explaining the history …

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Scandals of the Met 56:50

18h ago56:50

56:50

Kath tells Pat about the various scandals of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, including its connections to art thieves and traffickers, and its history of displaying counterfeit artifacts.

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SQ 306 Stefan Pokorny (Dwarven Forge, The Dwarvenaut, Starforged) 21:21

1d ago21:21

21:21

This week Stefan Pokorny of Dwarven Forge is our guest from our Gary Con 2024 series focusing on the question, “What has 50 years of Dungeons & Dragons meant to you?” We discuss his childhood in NYC and growing up with D&D, his journey from artists to sculptor of the most popular modular terrain for tabletop roleplaying, The Dwarvenaut (the 2016 do…

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The Jeweler's Touch: Custom Jewelry Design and Content Creation ft. Jack Custom Jewelry 49:10

3d ago49:10

49:10

Kevin Jack, the creator behind Jack Custom Jewelry on social media, is known for his mesmerizing time-lapse social media showcases. From snowflake ring designs to dragons that will wrap themselves around your finger, Kevin's designs in CAD are inspiring. Mike spoke with Kevin to learn about how he got his start in custom jewelry design, his advice …

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Audiobook Narrator Victoria Connolly Wants You to Use Your Voice to Launch Your Opportunities 47:41

3d ago47:41

47:41

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with fellow audiobook narrator Victoria Connolly. After working in retail for ten years, Victoria decided to stop putting her creative dreams on hold and leapt into the wonderful world of audiobook narrating. Through sheer talent and tenacity, she has built strong profession…

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Being Coached Hard to Advance Your Training 53:53

3d ago53:53

53:53

What to listen for: “My job as a coach is not to identify your destination, but your goal, and to help you identify and remove roadblocks to your goal.” Today, our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing unearth valuable lessons from coaching humans that handlers can apply when training canine companions. They talk about what it means …

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PATREON PREVIEW: Jay Shetty 8:41

8d ago8:41

8:41

Kath tells Pat about social media self help superstar Jay Shetty, who's amazing life story took him from an ashram to the white house.... maybe.

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Episode 65: Jen Mons 49:58

8d ago49:58

49:58

Episode 65: Jen Mons I was so thrilled to land in presence with Jen Mons and to hold space for her to share her brilliant energy, heart, and deep wisdom on the show. Not only is shean Author, Speaker, International Retreat Facilitator, and Mentor for Female Wellness Leaders and Coaches all around the world, Jen is also one of the most real, nurturi…

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MD 304 AGAB: All Garys Are Bastards - Rise of the Vat Spawn (actual play) 1:09:05

8d ago1:09:05

1:09:05

This week the Vat Spawn are at the Rock Ride station platform with The Coroner. They’re stopped while trying to pass through a DJPD checkpoint. The fuzz find a joint on Warlock Roc and they’re detained. They unsuccessfully attempt to bribe the officers, and the cops call in backup. Tiger Wizard uses the Mad Dungeon word “sneakily” to create a carto…

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Author Georgia LIninger and Salus Publishing are Introducing New Voices on Recycled Paper 46:20

10d ago46:20

46:20

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with fellow author Georgia Lininger, who not only made her creative passion a reality by publishing her own works, but also set out to provide the same kind of opportunity to other authors through her own Salus Publishing. And what is truly amazing about Georgia's work - oth…

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The Continuing Evolution of Warehousing w/StayLinked’s Justin Griffith 1:10:24

15d ago1:10:24

1:10:24

It’s been three years since StayLinked CTO Justin Griffith last appeared on the pod. He discussed the struggle to get warehouses to adopt new technology, even during the pandemic. Has anything changed since then? How is AI impacting the conversation? What other emerging supply chain technologies is he watching? Most importantly, what does Justin th…

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Brian Molony 49:54

15d ago49:54

49:54

Kath tells Pat about Brian Molony, on whom the Philip Seymour Hoffman movie Owning Mahowny is based. Brian is a Canadian gambling addict who lost so much money he managed to get the biggest casino in Atlantic City shut down for a day.

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SQ 305 Brigitte Winter (Scryptid Games, Against the Gloom, Psychic Trash Detectives) 19:30

15d ago19:30

19:30

Our guest this week is Brigitte Winter of Scryptid Games. Brigitte (she/her) is a writer, photographer, and game designer based in Maryland. She consumes and creates stories and games that are queer, feminist, intimate, and deliciously weird. We talked about Scryptid Games, Psychic Trash Detectives, Ball of the Wild and their Kickstarter for Agains…

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Telling Time: The Art of Luxury Watch Photography ft. Coe Group 1:00:32

17d ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Unlock the secrets of luxury watch photography with photographers and fellow RIT alumnus, Chris Coe and Adam Antalek of Coe Group. We cover the demanding brand expectations of different brands, the balance of in-camera excellence versus post-production finesse, and the inventive techniques that ensure every shot conveys the luxury and craftsmanship…

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Author and Researcher Dr Leanna Wolfe Proves There are Many Ways to Tell a Story 42:59

17d ago42:59

42:59

** THE FOLLOWING EPISODE CONTAINS MATERIAL THAT MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR YOUNGER EARS. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. ** This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with fellow author Dr Leanna Wolfe. With the recent launch of her non-fiction book "177 Lovers and Counting: My Life as a Sex Researcher," Leanna has not …

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All things Area Search/Live Find SAR 53:56

17d ago53:56

53:56

What to listen for: “We're dealing with a dog who has its own set of motivators. And so we just need to always be conscious of the fact that we can reinforce at any point along the chain.” Unleash the power of your canine's nose and transform your four-legged friend into a search-and-rescue superhero with insights from our hosts, Robin Greubel, Sta…

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Food Safety & the Supply Chain w/Jim Hilton 1:03:36

26d ago1:03:36

1:03:36

Traceability is more important than ever in the food supply chain, as it allows quick and efficient tracking and halting of potential contaminants and foodborne illnesses. This week, food supply chain expert Jim Hilton joins us (in the studio!) to explain the opportunities for VARs. Why are we seeing more recalls? How does the direct-to-consumer ma…

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PATREON PREVIEW: Jeff Carpoff and DC Solar 9:12

22d ago9:12

9:12

Pat tells Kath about how an auto mechanic with a checkered past capitalized on environmental tax incentives to perpetrate one of the biggest ponzi schemes in American history.

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MD 303 City Streets & Spaghetti Treats - Rise of the Vat Spawn (actual play) 1:04:01

22d ago1:04:01

1:04:01

This week our heroes meet The Coroner in the basement of his mortuary. We learn that the dead bodies of Def Jamisus city are sent down chutes to the Necropolis below. The Marshal of Mummies explains that astral markers are needed to re-up their magical powers before leaving them with The Coroner to take them to view today’s public executions, and w…

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The Art of Storytelling // Breaking Down the Best - Huckberry 29:14

24d ago29:14

29:14

Whether you are selling luxury jewelry or luxury jackets, the art of storytelling is an important one that helps a shopper make the leap of faith that this object is EXACTLY what they've been looking for all along. Michael unpacks a recent online purchase he made on Huckberry for their Flint & Tinder Flannel Lined Waxed Jacket and the subtle storyt…

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Author and Community Organizer Sara Burton Has Glitter Ready for Fellow Authors Everywhere 31:56

24d ago31:56

31:56

Writing is, at its heart, a very solitary profession. No matter how the day unfolds, at some point the writer has to sit down by themselves and get the daily word count finished. Sometimes the words spill out onto the page very easily, most of the time it's agonizing just to put one sentence together. So it's very important for the writer to have a…

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Don’t Forget the Printer Supplies! w/Jessica Kroth 56:07

29d ago56:07

56:07

A printer is only as good as its ability to print. That makes the supplies and consumables, like labels, paper, printheads, and more, critical components for a total printer solution and an opportunity for resellers to make steady recurring revenue! BlueStar’s Jessica Kroth, who has over 15 years of experience and a passion for the topic, shares he…

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Just For Lies: New Faces (Scam Roundup) 1:02:43

29d ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Pat brings us another scam roundup, including updates on Chiefsaholic, George Santos, the Kia Boys, and a number of new up and coming scammers.

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SQ 304 Mystic Punks RPG w/ Anthony Meloro and Jay Domingo 44:33

29d ago44:33

44:33

This week we talk with Anthony Meloro and Jay Domingo about their kickstarter for the Mystic Punks TTRPG, OUT TODAY exclusively through Exalted Funeral. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/exaltedfuneral/mystic-punks-table-top-roleplaying-game We talk about all the fun things that come with the Mystic Punks Tabletop Roleplaying Game Kickstarter: A…

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Where do we even START? Navigating Female Hormones for the 40+ with Dr. Allana Polo 31:33

1M ago31:33

31:33

094. Where do we even START? Navigating Female Hormones for the 40+ with Dr. Allana Polo Today was a bit of a round-circle discussion as Dr Polo came into the MOMentum Mastermind as a guest to have a conversation followed by any personal questions! We went down the preverbal rabbit hole on women's hormonal health and where to even begin with perime…

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SEO Strategies and Google's SEO Starter Guide Explained: Mastering the Art of Digital Visibility 43:07

1M ago43:07

43:07

Ever wonder why some websites rank higher than others, or how to make your site the jewel in Google's crown? Michael and Stuart unravel the mysteries of search engine optimization in a candid chat about Google's latest SEO Starter Guide. We're not just rehashing the same old keywords tactics; we are talking about the current state of Search Engine …

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How Do You Define Struggle? 50:14

1M ago50:14

50:14

What to listen for: How do you define “struggle” in dog training? Today, our hosts, the Dames of Detection, Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing are breaking down just that, sharing potent personal stories that will shift your perspective on canine learning curves. Together, they probe the gap between expectation and reality, dissecting h…

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Performance Coach and Author Milena Dalinaros Will Help You Unleash the Charisma Within 49:44

1M ago49:44

49:44

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with charisma expert Milena Dalinaros. With years in performance coaching and now with her first book in progress, Milena has made it her mission to help as many people as possible to unlock the charisma within themselves. By tapping into this energy that some don't even reali…

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The Weekly Mom Moment: Its Okay to Not Be Okay 8:12

1M ago8:12

8:12

094. The Weekly Mom Moment: Its Okay to Not Be Okay Okay- reality check...overwhelm is real and life has been FULL. A quick check in on where life is at and what more is to come...like INSTA LIVES- WHO EVEN AM I!? From travel, to coaching to WHL... todays ramble is all that is sitting on this moms mind. Tune in Welcome to the Weekly Mom Moment, a s…

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Advice from a Reseller Channel Veteran w/Code’s Dave Judy 56:16

1M ago56:16

56:16

In our industry, looking back can be as important as looking forward, so this week, we’re tapping into a channel veteran for insights and lessons. Code Corporation’s Dave Judy has nearly 50 years of experience in retail, sales, and barcode technology. What’s his background, and how has Code grown & changed? What is his selling philosophy, and why d…

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PATREON PREVIEW: The Drug Cartel Phone Scam 8:39

1M ago8:39

8:39

Kath tells Pat about Jalisco New Generation, a Mexican drug cartel with a new line of revenue: scamming timeshare owners over the phone. For the full episode, check out our patreon at patreon.com/liecheatandsteal!

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From the Archives: Shaun King 1:12:14

1M ago1:12:14

1:12:14

This episode was originally recorded in summer of 2020 for our patreon feed (patreon.com/liecheatandsteal), but we thought we should repost it publicly since Shaun King is up to his old tricks again, this time in the name of Palestine rather than in the name of Black Lives Matter. This episode isn't updated with all of his recent antics, and the so…

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MD 302 Condos & Conspiracies - Rise of the Vat Spawn (actual play) 59:30

1M ago59:30

59:30

This week, the Vat Spawn chat about crime and punishment before smoking a joint to heal their wounds. Dr. Dre-colich shows the vat spawn to their very specific apartments and they get geared up for their intense four-part mission. First, infiltrate a goblin enclave to find CleRick Rubin's missing daughter. Second, cozy up to CleRick Rubin and the M…

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From Intern to VP: Navigating Marketing and Leadership with Nikia Levesque of Day's Jewelers 45:15

1M ago45:15

45:15

A NOTE FROM MIKE: In the introduction of this episode, Michael mistakenly states Day's Jewelers have 10 locations. At the time of publishing this episode, they have 8 active locations. Nikia Levesque, VP of Marketing at Day's Jewelers, joins Michael for a chat that traces her ascent from intern to VP of Marketing and delves into her latest leadersh…

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Filmmaking Duo The Boylan Sisters Keep Proving Hollywood Can Be Anywhere 43:02

1M ago43:02

43:02

This week, host & producer George Sirois sits down with the filmmaking duo The Boylan Sisters. Since starting their own production company, Alexandra Boylan and Andrea Polnaszek have written & produced various films all around the country, and everywhere they've gone, they've been met with nothing but support, enthusiasm, and a willingness to help.…

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SQ 303 Luke Gygax (Gary Con, Founders & Legends, Gaxx Worx) 41:26

1M ago41:26

41:26

Our guest this week is Luke Gygax and we talk Founders & Legends (Mar. 15-20), Gary Con (March 21st-24th) and Gaxx Worx: Okkorim, G20 shoes and G20 magazine, Gooey Cube. The Tomb of Gyzaengaxx: Mega-Adventure & Campaign, 50 Years of Adventures - Essays collection. Follow Luke at: website – IG – FB – Twitter Follow Gary Con at: website – IG – FB – T…

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pDOOH: Revenue Streams for You and End Users w/Smartify’s Joe Kunigonis & BlueStar’s Ben Simon 55:51

2M ago55:51

55:51

Storefronts and public venues offer plenty of opportunities for national and local brands to market & advertise. It’s also a potential source of recurring revenue for retailers, venue owners, and VARs. That’s the idea behind pDOOH (Programmatic Digital Out-of-Home) advertising, which uses “monetized & managed digital signage” in highly trafficked a…

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The Ice King Charlie Morse 55:29

1M ago55:29

55:29

Kath and Pat talk about sobriety (don't worry, we won't try to convert you) and then about Charlie Morse, a man who leveraged his Maine upbringing into a monopoly on a precious commodity in a pre-refrigeration world: ice.

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