Jessica Kumar is an American development advocate living in Bihar, India. She engages in powerful &empathetic interviews to shed light on lesser known aspects of Indian culture, founded in cultural anthropology, sprinkled with hints of modern relationships. Join us to hear diverse voices, stereotype breakers & interesting people who are experts in: -language learning (specifically acquisition of South Asian languages) -breaking stereotypes about racial identity -cross-cultural parenting -int ...
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Trusted, long-time print and broadcast journalist, Mary Insprucker, from Cary, NC, produces and hosts Triangle 411, the pulse that moves the world today. This one-size-fits-all Podcast is a vibrant collection of stories, medical breakthroughs, what’s trending, help, hot topics, entertainment, social good, events and boundless other adventures. Engaging interviews are compelling, witty and sneak behind the scenes for fresh twists on old subjects. A conversation pit of comedians, politicians, ...
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Tune in as show host K Bharath aka Magic Mic shares the latest podcast trends, news, and tools. Having produced over 1000 shows, he has the experience of recording from an airplane, paddy field, in a car and in a night market. You can reach out to Magic Mic at kb@pikkal.com.
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Join host, Mary Vallarta, as she interviews AAPI individuals who bravely broke free of cultural expectations to follow their creative, artistic, or entrepreneurial passions. Our hope is to inspire more AAPI youth to break free from tradition and expectations to follow their unique path to greatness. Mary comes from a Pilipino immigrant family and grew up in LA's Historic Filipinotown. She is the founder of Tasty Directives, an agency based in Venice, CA that specializes in marketing and busi ...
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Welcome to Content Disrupted, a podcast that explores the art, science, and people behind cutting edge brand storytelling. Join us every other week for candid conversations with pioneering CMOs, researchers, and creatives who will inspire you to think differently and bring clarity to the major changes underway in marketing—subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, and become part of the Content Marketing Revolution.
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American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley presents The Dialogue, an ongoing series of conversations featuring members of the ALF network. Podcast episodes feature some of the most interesting and influential leaders in Silicon Valley discussing their personal leadership journeys, how they navigate the complex challenges of the 21st century, and their hopes for the future vibrancy of our communities, the nation and the world.
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Award-winning comedy panel show hosted by Danielle Ward, with team captains Margaret Cabourn-Smith and Michael Legge and amazing special guests. In it, two teams work out the right thing to do in strange scenarios and scary situations which range from the everyday to the weird and extreme. Don't feel you have to start at the beginning - we'd suggest you start with the most recent series then work backwards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 7 with Jessica Chun Williams
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Have you ever thought to yourself, 'It’s too late to write that book,' 'I’m too old to change careers,' or 'Social media is a young person’s thing?' If you’ve ever felt these limiting beliefs hold you back from pursuing your dreams or exploring your curiosities, then you’re going to love this week’s episode. I’m interviewing my friend, Jessica Chun…
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CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME-WOW DO WE HAVE RELIEF FOR YOU!
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Dr. Johnny T. Nelson, discusses treatment and cutting edge breakthroughsBy Mary Insprucker/ Dr. Johnny T. Nelson
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How Magnetic Product-Led Marketing Can Overcome Today’s Market Noise with Madhukar Kumar
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In this episode, Madhukar Kumar, Chief Marketing Officer at SingleStore, shares his expertise on effectively integrating AI into marketing strategies. He discusses the challenges marketers face in an increasingly complex digital landscape and how to overcome fatigue from the rapid influx of new tools. Madhukar emphasizes the importance of understan…
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“Who do I really want to become?” This is a question that can cause us to either take on the challenge of going into the unknown to find the answer or to retreat to the world we already know. In today’s episode, I sit down with Ryan Letada—a dad, serial entrepreneur, immigrant, and human migration futurist. Ryan’s story begins in the Middle East, w…
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Best Of | Senior Fellow Spotlight: Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins
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In this episode of The Dialogue Podcast, we're revisiting our interview with American Leadership Forum Senior Fellow Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins, of Class XVI.Suzanne St. John-Crane, ALF Silicon Valley CEO and The Dialogue Podcast Executive Producer, sat down with Phaedra in 2019 to discuss the leadership roles that catapulted her to the work of creating…
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Best Of | Senior Fellow Spotlight: Ken Coleman
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In this episode of The Dialogue Podcast, we're revisiting the incredibly inspirational story of Silicon Valley tech pioneer and American Leadership Forum Senior Fellow from Class III, Ken Coleman.Ken is the recipient of numerous honors, including The Ohio State University Distinguished Service Award and the National Alliance of Black School Educato…
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ENVIRONMENT: TRASH BUBBLE MAN—He wore his trash for a month & grew his own toilet paper!
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As seen in/on: People Magazine, The New York Times, CBS This Morning, CNN, etc., Environmentalist, Robin Greenfield, wore his trash for a month. He shares all-around environmental strategiesBy Mary Insprucker/Robin Greenfield
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Episode five of Tradition Breakers is for those of you who’ve ever felt like an outsider. If want to learn how to turn that feeling into a powerful force for creating a meaningful career, a thriving community, and a fulfilling family life, this conversation is for you. My guest, Misa Chien, is an experienced entrepreneur who has achieved success ac…
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88 | Navigating India Respectfully as a Foreigner
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Does India seem intimidating? Are you afraid you'll do something which may offend people when you visit? Or even if you attend an Indian function outside of India, what do you do? In this episode, Jessica shares a number of stupid things she did and mistakes she has made over the years, with humor and lessons attached. She also talks a fair amount …
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In this episode of The Dialogue Podcast, we're featuring American Leadership Forum Senior Fellow Cynthia Bright. Cynthia is a member of Class XLIII and serves as the Deputy General Counsel and Global Head of Litigation Ethics and Compliance at HP Inc.Cynthia shares the story of what led her to accept the invitation to the fellows program, and how t…
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Developmental psychologist, Dr. Sara Goldstein, a professor at the University of Delaware, walks us through the bullying problem and solutionBy Mary Insprucker/Dr. Sara Goldstein
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Evolving Audience Engagement in the Digital Age with NPR's Michael Smith
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In this episode, Michael Smith, Chief Marketing Officer at NPR, offers invaluable insights into the art of audience-centric marketing in the digital age. This seasoned marketing veteran discusses crafting a compelling brand voice, building passionate audiences, and leveraging human insight alongside data for effective marketing. He also emphasizes …
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Episode 4 of Tradition Breakers is for anyone who has ever struggled to fully embrace their true self or for those who ever felt split between 2 very different cultures. My guest today is Vasavi Kumar, a first-generation Indian immigrant who has firsthand experience breaking free from societal and cultural expectations. And because of that, she now…
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TATTING: A NEW FIDGET SPINNER Relieve stress, anxiety, and emotional upheaval with this “relief from the world’s drama” practice
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If Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness aren’t working for you, you might want to try tatting—why KNOT? This episode explains why. Featuring: Anitra StoneBy Mary Insprucker/Anitra Stone
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Jessica Gilmartin on Adapting Your Marketing Mindset to Thrive in the Face of Change
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In this episode, Jessica Gilmartin, CMO of Calendly, explores the challenges and benefits of transitioning from startups to larger organizations, as well as her advocacy for a product-led growth strategy and the importance of segmentation and prioritization. Jessica also discusses the constant evolution of marketing strategies. Episode Highlights: …
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Today's episode of Tradition Breakers is really going to hit home for those of you who may not have been born into a supportive family dynamic. My guest, Carol, had that experience. But you know what - she proves that that doesn't have to be a setback. She's going to tell us how that lack of family support actually led her to get so good at this on…
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The Power of Purpose-Driven Brand Stories with David Aaker
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In this episode, David Aaker, hailed the “Father of Modern Branding” and Vice Chairman at Prophet, unveils the secrets to successful brand building, the power of purpose-driven marketing, and the importance of storytelling in a fast-paced business world. David also discusses AI in marketing, the challenges of message distribution, and how to humani…
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Saved: Objects of the Dead is a photographic and poetic exploration of the human experience of life, death, and memory. In this monograph featuring over forty photographs and prose poems, Jody Servon and Lorene Delany-Ullman chronicle the lives, deaths, and relationships of individuals whose objects are infused with their emotional and physical sen…
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In CHRISSY GRIGOROPOULOS’ new book, LADYSHARK: How to Become a Millionaire in Your 30s, the author offers a roadmap to overcoming chronic self-doubt and achieving personal and financial freedom by challenging conventional wisdom and emphasizing authenticity, resilience, and strategic savvy over traditional paths to success. She discusses same with …
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Tradition Breakers Episode 2 is for those of you looking to create the relationships you’ve only dreamed of in both your personal and professional lives. My guest, Christine Chang, is a podcast host and a bestselling author and speaker. She helps high-performing women who are kicking ass in life, but struggling in LOVE, by teaching them self-awaren…
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Crafting an Unforgettable Brand Identity with Creative Director Maxx Delaney
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Dive into the art of brand storytelling with Maxx Delaney, Creative Director at Quality Meats Creative, as he unpacks strategies for standing out in saturated markets. Drawing from his work with brands like Jefferson's Bourbon, Delaney reveals how to craft compelling brand narratives that resonate across channels and drive demand. Learn to balance …
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Cleveland Clinic’s Pioneering Approach to Content Marketing + AI with Amanda Todorovich
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In this episode, Amanda Todorovich, Executive Director of Digital Marketing at Cleveland Clinic, unveils the strategies behind the brand’s top-tier content marketing program. Amanda shares insights on building high-performing teams, proving ROI, and responsibly integrating AI into your content marketing practice. Overall, this episode is packed wit…
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10 Proven Ways to Balance Family and Work—Advice from Catherine Aponte, a Clinical Psychologist, author of the book, A Marriage of Equals: How to Achieve Balance in a Committed Relationship, and a writer of an ongoing blog for Psychology TodayBy Mary Insprucker/Catherine Aponte
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We launch Tradition Breakers with a powerful episode with Filipina on the Rise founder, Krystl Fabella. As an avid podcast listener, in January 2019, Krystl was desperately searching for Podcasts of Filipino women. Finding none, instead of feeling disempowered, she saw this as her calling to start telling stories about Filipino women to share their…
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In this episode of the dialogue podcast, we're featuring ALF Senior Fellow Usha Srinivasan of Class XLII.Usha shares a reading of her contribution to Making Waves—AAPI Voices, a project of ALF Silicon Valley's AAPI Caucus. Through this project, the group hopes to share the experiences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders with the ALF network an…
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Earning Customer Trust in the Age of AI and Misbelief: A Behavioral Economics Perspective with Professor Dan Ariely
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How do you, as a marketer, gain the trust of your customers in a society that is rife with misinformation and misbelief? In this episode of Content Disrupted, esteemed behavioral economist Dan Ariely, explains the psychological and social drivers behind misbelief and how it is perpetuated in today’s low-resilience, high-stress society. Discover the…
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Death/Cremation—one of those yucky subjects you need to figure out, now- Here’s all the deets. With Barbara KemmisBy Mary Insprucker/Barbara Kemmis
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SEO in the Age of Generative AI: Mastering Topical Authority and Content Strategy with Bernard Huang
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How is generative AI disrupting Google search and what does that mean for brands and content creators? In this episode of Content Disrupted, Clearscope Founder Bernard Huang sits down with Skyword EVP Dan Baptiste to discuss the current and future state of SEO and AI-powered search. They delve into the cannibalization of search traffic, the new way…
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Customer-Driven Digital Marketing: A Human-to-Human Approach with Marquis Health Consulting Services’ Natalie Adis
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For marketers, it’s essential to step out from behind the screen and reconnect with what really matters—your customers. In this episode of Content Disrupted, Natalie Adis, VP of Digital Marketing and Social Media at Marquis Health Consulting Services, shares how prioritizing empathy over automation through boots-on-the-ground interactions transform…
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JAMES BEARD DELIGHT—CHEF DEAN NEFF-Seabird, Wilmington-AND Who The Heck Is James Beard
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Behind the scenes with James Beard recognized chef, & JB InfoBy Mary Insprucker/Dean Neff
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Beyond Tactics: Building Brands Through Purpose and Positioning with Jessica McCarthy
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Is your brand chasing tactics or shaping the market? In this episode of Content Disrupted, Jessica McCarthy, veteran marketer and current CMO at Care New England, reveals how refocusing your brand on its core purpose, redefining corporate social responsibility, and embracing AI responsibly can create bigger marketing impact and help brands build re…
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Garden tours take hold across America. Learn how to indulge and glean some hand gardening tips along the way. With John Matthews.By Mary Insprucker/John Matthews
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SOCCER- THE SOCCER TOURNAMENT “Part 2”—WIN A FREE TRIP!! Hurry!
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Info on the 2nd “The Soccer Tournament”- QUICK--Enter to win VIP Passes, Travel Expenses, $500 Spending, ETC. Ends Today!!By Mary Insprucker
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STRAWBERRIES—PICKIN’-FRIENDSHIPS-COCKTAILS-ICE CUBES—OH MY!
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Joan Baumer, the owner of Crepe Cakerie, a corporate caterer, writer, and a national award winner who has been featured in many magazines and even won Wedding Wire’s Couples Choice Award—talks the A-Z of StrawberriesBy Mary Insprucker/Joan Baumer
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Marketing to Today’s Chameleon Consumer: Insights from Dr. Michael Solomon
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Forget marketing to traditional demographics! Today's consumers are chameleons, blending identities and buying based on the situation. How can your brand keep up? In this episode of Content Disrupted, Dr. Michael Solomon, consumer behavior expert and professor of marketing at Saint Joseph’s University, delves into the complexities of modern consume…
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FEAR FEEDBACK, NEED CONSTANT VALIDATION, TAKE THINGS TOO PERSONALLY—GET HELP WITH OVERTHINKING WITH MELODY WILDING
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Melody Wilding, best-selling author of Trust Yourself, top global speaker, featured in The New York Times, Oprah Magazine, NBC News, Business Insider’s “Most Innovative Coaches,”and client list including Google, Amazon, Stanford University, and more, coaches on getting over taking things personally, fearing feedback, constant need for validation, a…
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ALLERGIES—DE-BUNKING MYTHS—YES, ADULTS CAN GET THEM!
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Dr. Heather Gutekunst, MD, of Allergy Partners, presents a true and false on what to believe, and not believe, about allergies—and includes helpful tips, treatments, etc.By Mary Insprucker/Dr. Heather Gutekunst
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How to Craft Brand Stories that Sell with Find the Red Thread’s Tamsen Webster
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Struggling to cut through the noise and reach your ideal audience? Your brand message might be the culprit. In this episode of Content Disrupted, Tamsen Webster, Founder, and Chief Message Strategist of Find the Red Thread, shares the power of the Red Thread Method in brand marketing, revealing why traditional marketing messages fail and what you c…
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Scott Zona, PhD, botanist and author of the award-winning book, “A Gardener’s Guide to Botany,” explains how to turn rocks into glorious rock gardens!By Mary Insprucker/Scott Zona
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Applying Data Science to Brand Bonding in the Digital Age with CMO, Tricia Nichols
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Brand bonding isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a science that any marketing team can master. In this episode of Content Disrupted, trailblazing CMO Tricia Nichols shares her insights on fostering and tracking brand bonding, balancing short-term vs. long-term perspectives, and using data science to answer the right questions at the right time. Episode Hi…
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87 | Navigating Scams in India with Fluent Hindi
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Is India safe for foreign travelers? I believe that in 95% of situations, having the right skills and language will help you get out of sketchy situations. But how? With most Hindi travel guides out there, the book is going to teach "Namaste, Mera naam Jessica hai. Aap kaise hain? Aapka naam kya hai?" While these are not bad things to learn, but ac…
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Mark Weathington, director of the JC Raulston Arboretum, answers some of the top gardening questionsBy Mary Insprucker/Mark Weathington
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TENNIS ANYONE? –EXPLORING TENNIS ELBOW TREATMENTS-IT IS NOT JUST A “TENNIS” AILMENT
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Dr. Johnny T. Nelson, discusses treatment and cutting edge breakthroughsBy Mary Insprucker/Dr. Johnny T. Nelson
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HOSTAGES: ISRAEL/HAMAS CONFLICT –STORIES (Rape, Torture, Starvation)
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Naama Shaked shares stories of the experiences of hostages, those still in captivity, and local efforts to bring them homeBy Mary Insprucker/Naama Shaked
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It’s Time to Diversify Your Healthcare Marketing Mix
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In this episode of Content Disrupted, Terrence Wiggins, Director of Global Marketing at Cook Medical, dives into the power of podcasts for raising brand awareness in the healthcare industry, the unique nature of healthcare marketing, the role of subject matter experts in creating impactful content, and strategies for developing and growing a succes…
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DIET/WEIGHT LOSS/ OPRAH: OZEMPIC, WEGOVY, MOUNJARO-DIET & OPRAH’S AHA MOMENT
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Diet Drugs—how to get them, costs, insurance, safety, knock-offs, --myth busters—it’s not about diet, exercise, willpower . My interview with Dr. Christopher McGowan - one of the few physicians in the nation who is triple-board-certified in in-ternal medicine, gastroenterology, and obesity medicine, and is a world-renowned leader in endobariatrics …
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How Top Brands Blend Brand and Performance Marketing with Expert CMO Bob Sherwin
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When blending brand and performance marketing, success lies in continuous improvement and feedback, ensuring that each marketing channel, whether brand-focused or performance-driven, contributes to overall business growth and customer engagement. This week, we spoke with Bob Sherwin, former Chief Marketing Officer at Wayfair and seasoned industry l…
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ISRAEL/HAMAS WAR- ONE MAN’S JOURNEY BEHIND THE SCENES
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Zack Lewis reflects on his mission trip to Israel—bunker bedroom, rocket fire raids, peoples’ stories (11-year-old killed-cookies to ward off Hamas) soldiers’ stories (just doing their job), war’s sights, sounds, smells, etc.By Mary Insprucker/ Zack Lewis
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TikTok’s Sofia Hernandez on Disrupting Sameness in Digital Marketing
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Observing what's trending on TikTok, you can discern a tremendous amount about what piques people's interest and how they prefer to consume information. This week, we spoke with TikTok's Global Head of Business Marketing, Sofia Hernandez, about the evolution of brand storytelling from the importance of diversity and risk-taking to the innovative st…
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HAIR LOSS RESTORATION FOR WOMEN AND MEN-TLC's new medical show, Bad Hair Day
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Dr. Angela Phipps, a Board Certified Medical and Surgical Hair Restoration Surgeon & host of TLC's new medical show, Bad Hair Day, helps men and women find their best possible hair loss solutions.By Mary Insprucker/Dr. Angela Phipps
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