Best Olly Richards Podcasts (2024)

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Laura Henshaw: A Wine Country Wedding 47:10

3h ago47:10

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Laura Henshaw, co-founder and CEO of Kic App, married now-husband Dalton in the beautiful countryside of Australia's Yarra Valley, Victoria's oldest wine region. From a proposal worthy of a blockbuster rom-com to wedding dress fittings, need-to-know hair and make-up tips and the pure joy of the big day itself, Laura sits down with host Annie Vische…

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Episode 312: Broken Habit: John O'Reilly & John Foley of the Dublin based Nu-Metal act talk to me about their terrific new ep S.E.D.A.T.E. 46:08

2h ago46:08

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It was a pleasure to have John O'Reilly (Vocals) & John Foley (Guitars) of Dublin Nu-Metal band Broken Habit on the show for the first time. The five piece with Rob (Guitars), Conor (Bass) and Andrew (Drums) started off life as a Linkin Park tribute band called Breaking the Habit in 2019. A name change, writing their own material and self producing…

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Episode 311: Martina and the Moons. Letty caught up with the Dublin all-female band before they played a sold out Workmans venue. 21:40

3d ago21:40

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Martina and the Moons is an all-female four-piece band based in Dublin. They were one of the 32 acts selected by Ex Oh Promotions to play Mainroom at “The Next Big Thing” in Workman’s last January. They have recently supported the band ‘Thumper’ in a sold out Workmans mainroom, and they will take part in the female-fronted festival ‘We’ve Only Just…

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Lily Worcester: And The Bride Wore Richard Quinn 41:50

4d ago41:50

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Seasoned beauty and lifestyle editor Lily Worcester, known most recently for her work at Tatler, joins host Annie Vischer to discuss her 2021 winter wedding. The lavish affair at Cowdray House, West Sussex, made headlines and featured not one, but two Richard Quinn gowns, a belter of a rendition of The Twelve Days of Christmas and a glam squad made…

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Episode 310: Grave Sermon: Cory (Bass) & Jason (Drums) of the Death Metal band talk about their new ep release 'Liturgical Perversions'. 58:30

19d ago58:30

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Grave Sermon, known for their aggressive, chaotic, and blasting Death Metal, are set to release their new EP Liturgical Perversions on September 1, 2024. The band’s lineup includes current and former members from notable acts such as Legion of Wolves, Abaddon Incarnate, Thy Sinister Bloom, Aeternum Vale, Aesect, Twisted Element, and Ground of Ruin.…

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Episode 309: Lock Horns: Alex Da Costa (Vocals) & Junior Afrifa (Guitars) of the progressive Metal band based in Belfast. 1:07:36

28d ago1:07:36

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It was great to welcome back Alex & Junior of Belfast band Lock Horns to the podcast to talk about their new release 'Red Room'. Lock Horns have gone out and recorded one of the heaviest albums of the year, there simply is no room for sentimental acoustical passages or long self indulgent solos. This is pulsing, nerve shredding hatred and rage conf…

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#399: Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing with Anthony Nwaneri 38:39

29d ago38:39

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Are you struggling to grow your podcast, even though you're creating great content and putting in the effort? Have you ever wondered why some podcasts seem to take off effortlessly while others stagnate despite consistent promotion? Join us as we're diving deep into the answers in this episode with Anthony Nwaneri, co-founder of Get More Listeners:…

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36. Berth Marks (1929) Part TWO with Richard M. Roberts 1:31:03

1M ago1:31:03

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Joining Patrick to complete the deep dive into Laurel & Hardy's second talkie, Berth Marks, is a film historian and author of 'Smileage Guaranteed, Richard M. Roberts. As well as talking about the film's merits, Patrick also asks his special guest about how he first discovered his love for classic comedy, and his earliest memories of Stan and Ollie…

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Episode 308: We Swallow The Ocean, an audio documentary on the making of Partholón's second album 'The Ocean Pours In'. 22:54

1M ago22:54

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Partholón, known for their ability to seamlessly blend lingering melodies with crushing riffs, has been a driving force in the Post-Metal/Sludge scene since their inception. Hailing from Cork, Daniel Howard (Vocals/Guitars) & Alan Setter (Drums/Backing Vocals) have seen numerous changes to their band, musician wise yet their collective musical prow…

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Episode 307: Letty talks to Aaron, Sean & Jake of Dublin Metal band Unmaker before they played to a sold out Academy supporting Cavalera Conspiracy. 16:28

2M ago16:28

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Letty catches up with Aaron (Vocals/Bass), Sean (Guitars/B.Vocals) & Jake (Drums) of Dublin Thrash/Groove Metal band Unmaker in this pre-recorded interview before they played a sold out show at the Academy supporting Cavalera Conspiracy. The band chat about the prep for recording their second album, producers, influences and a few other topics befo…

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Episode 306: Chiral Labs: Adam (Vocals), Gary (Drums) & Al (Bass) join me from this uniquely alt metal/experimental band to talk about their formation & latest releases. 53:32

2M ago53:32

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It was a pleasure to welcome a brand new band to the podcast, the Laois based Chiral Labs. The band experiment with all forms of punk, metal, rock and dance to create their own hyrid form of alternative metal. Formed by guitarist, producer and sound engineer, Gary Duncan from Portlaoise, a producer at Red Lake Sound locally, and vocalist Adam Brewe…

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Episode 305: Aesect: Willow & Luke of the Dublin Tech Death/ Thrash Metal band discuss their new single releases, Willow taking over vocal duties & future plans for Aesect. 47:39

2M ago47:39

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It was a pleasure to welcome Willow (Vocals/Bass) and Luke (Drums) of Tech Death/Thrash band Aesect onto the show. The band have released three absolutely face melting singles so far with Willow stepping forward to take over vocal duties. I was really looking forward to discussing that brilliant transformation as a front man with Willow along with …

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#398: Empowering Women, Creating Wealth, and Gender Equality in Online Business with Sigrun Gudjonsdottir 35:01

3M ago35:01

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Are you looking to scale your online business to seven figures? Ever wondered how female entrepreneurship can drive gender equality? These compelling questions are at the heart of my conversation with Sigrun Gudjonsdottir, an award-winning business coach, speaker, author, and podcast host. With a mission to accelerate gender equality through female…

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36. Berth Marks (1929) - Part ONE 35:35

3M ago35:35

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This episode is part one of a two-part look at Laurel and Hardy's second talking picture, Berth Marks. Following their successful first attempt at 'all-talking' comedies, how would Stan and Ollie handle their first adventure filming, not only, outdoors but on location in a noisy, bustling train station? In this solo episode, Patrick talks about the…

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Episode 304: Adversary: Sean & Tomás of the Blackened Doom Metal band talk about their formation & plans for 2024. 43:01

3M ago43:01

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It was great to welcome brothers Sean and Tomás Hynes of the relatively new band, Adversary on the show. Word has travelled quickly in the Irish Scene about the three piece following blistering sets at The Siege of Limerick and Metal to the Masses. Formed by Sean Hynes as a one man project, Adversary starting releasing demos in 2022 before announci…

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Episode 303: Coroza: Ciaran, Ollie & Tomás talk through their brilliant sophomore release 'As Within'. 29:26

3M ago29:26

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It was a pleasure to catch up with Ciaran Coghlan (Guitars/Vocals), Ollie Cunningham (Drums) & Tomás O'Brein (Bass) of Coroza, in the historic setting of Rostellan Woods, Aghada in East Cork. An area well known to myself and Ciaran, and home to the Rostellan Dolmen amongst many other unique sites. The dolmen sits in the sea and is unique in that it…

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Episode 302: The Metal Cell Forums: A Live Stream Special about Monkfest 2024, a one day festival on July 6th Phamarcia, Limerick with money raised donated to Temple St. Children's Hospital, Dublin. 1:11:55

3M ago1:11:55

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We were delighted to welcome Alex of Tooms, Eoghan of Slung from a Tree and Emmet of From The Depths Podcast on the show to talk about the upcoming eight band Doom/Sludge & Metal festival Monkfest. The lads along with Roger of Cursed Monk records are gearing up for the third year of Monkfest in Pharmacia, Limerick. Bands playing are Blut (UK), Geis…

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#397: Unlocking True Resilience: Lessons from Russell Harvey 37:08

4M ago37:08

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Are you truly resilient, or are you just surviving day-to-day challenges? What exactly is the true meaning of resilience? My recent dialogue with resilience coach Russell Harvey offers profound insights into the true essence of resilience and entrepreneurial success. Whether you're navigating personal setbacks or the complexities of running a busin…

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Episode 301: Hero In Error: Gary (Guitars) and Confey (Drums) of Irish/UK metal/hardcore band talk about their new incredible self titled EP. 50:24

4M ago50:24

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Formed in Dublin, Ireland, in 2007, Hero In Error was founded by drummer Stephen Reilly and guitarist Gary Regan, the band’s inception was fueled by the desire to blend the diverse styles of Mastodon, Deftones, Smashing Pumpkins, and Sikth. The five piece which are completed by Rob Powderly (Guitars), Jay Doyle (Bass) and UK based vocalist Kaan Tas…

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#396: From Corporate Executive to Online Coach – Why Danielle Maur is Unstoppable at 53 35:27

4M ago35:27

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Are you ready to transform your life and career? Have you ever felt like there's more to your story waiting to unfold? Today, we delve into the inspiring journey of Danielle Maur, a seasoned business strategist and coach, as she shares her remarkable story of resilience, self-discovery, unwavering determination, and more. ⚉ A corporate executive's …

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Episode 300: TEN TON SLUG: Sludge Merchants Rónán, Sean & Pavol celebrate their incredible debut album 'Colossal Oppressor'. 1:18:10

4M ago1:18:10

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It was terrific to host Rónán (Vocals), Sean (Guitars) & Pavol (Bass) of the legendary sludge merchants Ten Ton Slug at The Metal Cell Studios. As you can imagine, cans were cracked open, riffs were talked about, stories of the making of 'Colossal Oppressor' were shared and craic was had. The lads have crafted one of the most important releases in …

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Episode 299: Uragh do a track by track overview of their incredible progressive metal/metalcore debut album 'Maelstrom'. 1:30:46

4M ago1:30:46

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I was joined by Craig Murphy, Marcelo Varge, Jason Hodgkins and Sebastian Sparr of Uragh for this much awaited track by track overview of their incredible progressive metal/metalcore debut album 'Maelstrom'. It's no secret how much I admire this band and the lads were in top form as they joined me to talk through this very important release for the…

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Episode 298: The Donnys: Oisín (Vocals/Guitars), Ethan (Bass), Adam (Keyboards), Niall (Lead Guitars) & Eoghan (Drums) chatted with Letty, the first night of their Get Active Tour. 18:33

5M ago18:33

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The Donnys are an exciting vibrant five piece rock and roll experience born and bred in Kilkenny. Ranging in age from 18 to 19, their combined musical talent and aspirational drive leaves no doubt that they are a force to be reckoned with. Since forming in late 2021, The Donnys have proven themselves as an ambitious and ever growing force securing …

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Episode 297: NIHILANTH: Pete Craig of Belfast Deathcore band Nihilanth, discusses 'Destroyer of Worlds' their brilliant debut ep, the formation of the band & future plans. 52:41

5M ago52:41

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It was a pleasure to welcome Pete Craig guitarist and one of the founding members of the brilliant Deathcore band Nihilanth to the show. We discuss a lot of topics on the show, I asked Pete about his time with his previous band Death of a Salesman, how he met Aidan Thompson, who now is the current singer of Nihilanth after hanging up his bass playi…

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#395: From Passion to Profit and Lessons in Resilience with Olly Richards of StoryLearning 33:18

5M ago33:18

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Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to build a thriving business in today's competitive landscape? If you are seeking insights into navigating the complex world of entrepreneurship, then join us in a candid conversation with Olly Richards, founder of StoryLearning.com, to uncover the truths, challenges, and triumphs of his entrepreneurial jo…

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Episode 296: The Metal Cell Forums Live YouTube Stream April 2024: Post Siege of Limerick chat & a debate on setlist times for live established bands, who wants shorter sets? 1:31:13

5M ago1:31:13

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THE METAL CELL FORUMS ARE BACK! Danielle, Evan, Howard & Letty join me for a live stream on The Metal Cell YouTube channel in yet another great excuse to chat about our favorite subject 'METAL'. The topics covered were the Siege of Limerick - Earrach MMXXIV at Dolans, Limerick, we debate 'what is the perfect setlist time for established bands playi…

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Episode 295: Cherym: Hannah (Vocals/Guitar), Alannagh (Drums) & Emer (Bass) of the Derry pop punk/garage band. 22:07

5M ago22:07

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Cherym is a 3-piece band from Derry. They take influence from Charly Bliss, Bikini Kill, PUP and Pixies. The band members Hannah (she/they) Alannagh (she/they) and Emer (she/her) all met in college and formed the band over a love for pop punk and garage music. The bands debut album, “Take it or Leave It”, came out the 16th of February, 2024. Letty …

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Episode 294: Trenchknife: One of Irelands finest Death Metal bands from Limerick, talk to me about new music coming out in 2024, the bands history and upcoming gigs. 47:13

5M ago47:13

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It was a pleasure to welcome Dan (Vocals), Mike (Guitars) & Eoin (Bass) of legendary Limerick Death Metal band Trenchknife on to the show! The lads were in top form as we settled down to talk about the new music that will be coming out in 2024, some of their upcoming gigs and we take a look back at the bands history in some of the many of the topic…

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Bonus 11: Leonard Maltin Talking Laurel & Hardy 54:52

5M ago54:52

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To celebrate the podcast's 4th anniversary, we welcome the legendary film critic Leonard Maltin onto the show. Leonard discusses his lifelong love for Stan and Ollie, and Patrick asks him to choose his three favourite films. In addition, Leonard recounts his meetings with Buster Keaton as well as Laurel and Hardy co-stars Billy Gilbert and Dorothy …

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Episode 293: Recoil: Jack (Vocals), AJ (Organs) Evan(Lead Guitar) Conor (Bass) & Andrew (Drums) of the Alt/Rock band from Wexford chat to Letty. 14:47

5M ago14:47

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Recoil are a rising 5 piece Alt/Rock band from Wexford. Here's the official blurb about the band: Recoil are an explosive teenage Punk/Rock Band, high energy with rocking original music. They have been featured on BEAT 102 103 with their single, 'RIP YOU OUT', which had over 42,000 plays on Spotify. Letty has a chat with the lads about their single…

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Episode 292: Gravity Well: Fionnuala, Tom, Mike & Ciaran chat about their new psych/doom album 'Negative Space' and we take a look at the bands history. 44:29

6M ago44:29

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Belfast band Gravity Well, have released their stunning new album 'Negative Space' which is a psych-infused doom odyssey, heaving with dense grooves and hypnotic rhythms to inspire severe bouts of head nodding. I talk to singer/synths, Fionnuala McGlinchey, along with guitarist Tom Finney, bassist Michael McFarlane and Ciaran O'Kane on drums. We go…

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#394: Navigating Career Transitions, The Power of Human Connections, and Growing a Start-Up Tech Business | Shane Mishler 29:09

6M ago29:09

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Are you intrigued by the remarkable journey of individuals who transition from seemingly unrelated fields into the heart of the tech industry? Have you ever wondered about the pivotal moments and lessons learned in building a successful business? Find out how Shane explored his professional path from the culinary world and oil rigs to the dynamic r…

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Episode 291: Psykosis: Thrashers Grant, Tom, Liam & Aidan chat with Letty about their upcoming new album MindGames, influences and the history of their thrash band. 17:47

6M ago17:47

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Psykosis are an Irish Thrash Metal Band that started up in late November 2008 in Ballybrack. The band honed their sound, playing shows and supporting big international acts such as D.R.I., Evile, Nuclear Assault and more. They have one full length release 'Welcome to the Psyko Ward' out in 2016 and released a single 'Tossed to the Dogs' in 2020. Ps…

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Building a $10 Million Brand: Olly Richard's Guide to Storytelling 38:21

6M ago38:21

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In this episode of "The Digital Personality Podcast," host Jackson Lintz sits down with Olly Richards, the innovative founder of Story Learning, a $10 million education business that's transforming language learning through the art of storytelling. Olly shares his journey from a jazz musician to an education pioneer, detailing how he discovered the…

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Episode 290: Jet Fuel Chemistry: Dan, Steve & Emmet chat to Letty. 28:50

6M ago28:50

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Forming in 2010 and re-establishing in 2020, Dublin's own Jet Fuel Chemistry are becoming one of the most talked about bands on the Irish music scene, with each release getting more and more traction. Their debut EP, ‘Sign of the Times’, got massive coverage to match its quarter of a million streams worldwide. Their 2023 single, ‘Heartbreaker’, got…

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35. Unaccustomed As We Are with Randy Skretvedt and Richard W. Bann 2:17:20

6M ago2:17:20

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Episode 35 kicks off Season Two of the podcast properly and introduces us to Laurel and Hardy’s talking pictures. Patrick is joined by two of the world’s leading experts in the world of Laurel and Hardy and the Hal Roach Studios. Randy Skretvedt assists in discussing the production history of the boys’ first talkie, Unaccustomed As We Are, and Rich…

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Episode 289: Uncultivates: The greatest wild rodeo story never told with Boot, Dr.Eli, The Prospector & Goon of the hard hitting cowboycore band. 38:58

6M ago38:58

38:58

DJ Tricky Dicky from the Lone Star State of Texas came on as a guest host to interview one of the most exciting, hard drinking, guitar slingin', and plumb crazy rodeo band in the world, Uncultivates for a special on The Metal Cell Podcast. Boot, Dr.Eli Gravedigger, The Prospector & Colonel Goon hooked up with DJ Dicky for a hog-killin' time and to …

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#393: Business Lessons, Pivots, and Leveraging AI for Unlocking Growth and Success | Peter Guirguis 37:22

6M ago37:22

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In the world of online and web, nothing can beat the role and importance of a website in a business. But how can entrepreneurs and business owners leverage their websites effectively to grow their businesses? What are the key elements to consider when designing a website or landing page? And how can individuals navigate the challenges and failures …

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Episode 288: Idle Discourse: Craig, Donal, Rob & Leigh of the Dublin based band chat with Letty. 20:30

6M ago20:30

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Forming in 2021, Idle Discourse are a heavy hitting, genre-hopping five piece that are challenging the norms of contemporary music. With a wide range of influences spanning multiple genres, this five piece band has created a diverse sound full of pop choruses, rap verses and exciting melodies. Listeners are keep entertained and reeling in anticipat…

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Episode 287: PaRtY-CaNnOn: Chris, Martin & Mike of the Scottish Slam/Brutal Death Metal band talk to Letty Sharp before they hit the stage at The Grand Social, Dublin. 22:09

6M ago22:09

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Letty Sharp caught up with Chris Ryan (Bass), Martin Gazur (Drums) & Mike McLaughlin (Guitars) of PaRtY-CaNnOn before they hit the stage at The Grand Social, Dublin. The Scottish Slam/Brutal Death Metal band were on a killer tour around Ireland as special guests of Gama Bomb. Letty had a great chat with the lads about their band, new material and o…

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Episode 286: Fraught: Dave & Podge of the experimental death/sludge Dublin metal band, talk about their current release “Transfixed on Dying Light”. 35:00

7M ago35:00

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It was great to welcome back Fraught back onto the podcast. Fans of the band will remember that they were previously named 'Drought'. I was joined by Dave (Guitars) & Podge (Drums) of the experimental death/sludge Dublin metal band. “Transfixed on Dying Light” was released onthe 24th November 2023 via Argonauta Records and immediately received crit…

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#392: The Power of Customer Experience: Lessons in Business and Leadership from David Ewing 41:27

7M ago41:27

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In a world where businesses are constantly vying for attention and loyalty, one man stands out as a beacon of success in the realm of customer experience. David delves into his journey, highlighting key moments, lessons learned, and the magic of infectious energy that propels him forward. ⚉ From Harvard to Silicon Valley ⚉ Unveiling the magic of cu…

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Episode 285: Fulvetta are a shoegaze/alt rock band from Dublin consisting of AJ, Dylan, Grace & Sam. Letty has a chat with them before they supported U.S band post hardcore band Drug Church. 38:20

7M ago38:20

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Letty caught up with Dublin shoegaze/alt rock band Fulvetta before they went on stage at The Grand Social supporting U.S band post hardcore band Drug Church. The four piece consisting of AJ (Guitars/Vocals), Dylan (Drums), Grace (Bass) & Sam (Guitars) is Dublin’s answer to the reincarnated shoegaze sound. The melancholic gloom of the 90s alternativ…

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Episode 284: Urban Assault 2024 Special: Steve Maher (Vocals/Guitars) of Abaddon Incarnate, Frank Brennan (Vocals/Guitars) of Mourning Beloveth and festival organizers Danny Fitz & John O'Brein. 46:30

7M ago46:30

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Urban Assault Special 2024. I was delighted to be joined by Steve Maher (Vocals/Guitars) of Abaddon Incarnate, Frank Brennan (Vocals/Guitars) of Mourning Beloveth and festival organizers Danny Fitz & John O'Brein for a great chat about the upcoming festival in Cork. After a 4 year hiatus Urban Assault is back with a vengeance on Saturday, February …

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Episode 283: The Metal Cell Forums Live YouTube Stream for February 2024. 1:51:06

7M ago1:51:06

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Welcome everyone to The Metal Cell Live YouTube Stream for February. Joining me was Danielle, Evan, Howard, Letty and our special guest was Pat O'Regan ex-host of The Smashing Skull Sessions. We talk to Pat about his incredible two years as host and some of the fantastic bands he had on. Pat had a huge influence on converting many of us to the very…

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Bonus 10: Elmer Raguse - Arrival of the Talkies 1:14:19

7M ago1:14:19

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In this very special bonus episode, Patrick welcomes Craig Raguse to the show. Craig is the grandson of the man who was given the responsibility of converting the Hal Roach Studios into a studio fit for producing talking pictures, Elmer Raguse. Craig discusses Elmer's early life and background, his move from the Victor Company in New Jersey to Roac…

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#391: From Lemonade Stands to YouTube Ads: Aleric Heck's Entrepreneurial Journey 34:06

7M ago34:06

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In this episode, let's unfold the journey, insights, and strategies that have propelled Aleric's business to new heights and generated over two hundred million dollars in sales for his clients. ⚉ Who is Aleric Heck, and what is his turning point as a YouTube content creator ⚉ Passion fuels success ⚉ The challenges and the learning curve ⚉ Success m…

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Episode 282: Death Can Wait: Thea, Dave, Sam & Patryk discuss their upcoming EP release 'Slowly Sinking' and future plans for this exciting metal band from Wexford. 37:29

8M ago37:29

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It was a pleasure to welcome Thea (Vocals), Dave (Guitars), Sam (bass) & Patryk (Drums) of Wexford Metal band Death Can Wait to the podcast. The lads were on the show to promote their upcoming EP release 'Slowly Sinking' and I got to talk to Thea and Sam, the newest members of the band about their reasons for joining. We covered plenty of other int…

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Episode 281: Beithíoch: a solo death/black metal artist from Derry, who released his 'Beowolf' ep in 2023 to much critical acclaim. 51:46

8M ago51:46

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Beithíoch is a death/black metal solo project from the northwest of Ireland with a name that, translated from Irish, means ‘Beast’. Beithíoch's music, spanning several releases, is as unsettling as it is captivating, marked by unusual old Irish, Greek and Norse inspired lyrics and stories. Existing on the fringes of black/death metal, it does not f…

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Episode 280: Acid Age: Jude McIlwaine (Guitars/Vocals) of the Antrim based thrash band talks about preparations for the two new Acid Age releases. 1:15:27

8M ago1:15:27

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It was a pleasure to welcome back Jude McIlwaine (guitarist/vocals) of three piece thrash inferno Acid Age to the podcast. The band have had a busy 2023 gig wise with the culmination of recording a live concert in Belfast in December 2023, along with that there's an upcoming studio release for fans to sink their teeth into for 2024. Myself and Joe …

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