Best The Digital Dept Podcasts (2024)

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September: Slovenia Wants the Council to Figure Out How It Can Get Along 12:17

9h ago12:17

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Samuel Zbogar, ambassador of Slovenia to the UN, leads the rotating presidency of the Security Council this month. In an interview, he tells PassBlue that his country will use its signature debate, on Sept. 25, to ask Council members to reflect on how their countries can work more for peace rather than war. A daunting challenge, he admits. The coun…

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August: Sierra Leone Hopes to Rectify African Historical Injustice 15:41

1M ago15:41

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Dr. Michael Imran Kanu, Sierra Leone's envoy to the UN, says his country's presidency of the Security Council this August will focus on Council reform and making the case for a permanent seat for the African continent.Tweet at us @pass_blueGC tv link: www.globalconnectionstelevision.com/By PassBlue UN Podcasts

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Meet The Meetup: Sheffield StartUp - Interview with Gary Neville 38:52

2M ago38:52

38:52

Gary Neville, co-organiser and co-host of the Sheffield Startup Meetup, shares the challenges of running a community startup event, explains the success of the format, and tells us about the common shared realities of the founder's journey. Gary touches on some of the risks attached to becoming a founder, emphasises the importance of encouraging di…

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July: 'We Didn't Start That War' - Russia Still Twists the Truth About Ukraine 13:02

2M ago13:02

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As UN Security Council rotating president for July, Russian Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia says that the West is using the "Kyiv regime" as "puppets" to fight the war in Ukraine and that there will be "certain political consequences" for doing so.Nebenzia was speaking to the media on July 1 as he detailed his country's agenda in the Council for the ne…

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June: South Korea Thinks the World Should Wake Up More to Threats of Cybersecurity 13:45

3M ago13:45

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Joonkook Hwang, the ambassador of South Korea to the UN, says his country will highlight the threats of cyberspace to global peace and security. This is a new topic for the Security Council agenda, so why does it matter to the East Asian nation?Find out in this month's episode of UNSCripted.Tweet at us @pass_blueGC tv link: www.globalconnectionstel…

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Meet The Meetup: Sheffield DM - Interview with Giorgio Cassella from Evoluted 28:29

3M ago28:29

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Giorgio Cassella, Managing Director at Evoluted, shares the story behind the roots and growth of Sheffield Digital Marketing Meetup - also known as Sheffield DM. Since launching in 2018, the meetup has evolved and changed – particularly in response to the pandemic – whilst staying true to the principle of giving something back to the marketing comm…

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Interview with Hala Rharrit, Why She Left the State Dept. 16:39

4M ago16:39

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Welcome to a special episode of PassBlue podcast series UNSCripted. I’m Jessica Le Masurier, and I’m joined by Hala Rharrit, the Arabic language spokesperson for the Mideast-North Africa region for the United States State Department who recently resigned in protest over US policy on the war in Gaza. (The text part of the interview has been edited f…

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May: For Mozambique, The UN Security Council is Imperfect 11:08

4M ago11:08

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Mozambique's permanent representative to the Security Council, Pedro Comissário, says that vetoes, divergent priorities and other imperfections can severely limit the productive work of the UN's crucial peacemaking body. On this episode of UNScripted, we find out what Comissário plans to do as rotating president in May, despite these challenges, su…

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April: For Malta, a Ceasefire in Gaza Is the Beginning of Everything 13:51

5M ago13:51

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Vanessa Frazier, Malta’s envoy to the UN, explains why the new Ramadan ceasefire isn't holding in Gaza and says that her country is counting on the ICC to hurry up its inquiry into whether war crimes are being carried out in the enclave.GC tv link: www.globalconnectionstelevision.com/By PassBlue UN Podcasts

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March: Japan Says the UN Security Council Is Struggling Every Day 11:56

6M ago11:56

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Japan's dual focus for its UN Security Council presidency – preventing conflicts as well as nuclear disarmament – align with its foreign policy and history of nuclear disasters but as it leads the Council for this month, Ambassador Yamazaki says the Security Council is struggling with its main job of building peace and preventing violent disputes.S…

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Act of Creation - A Question of Faith 36:12

7M ago36:12

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The UN CHARTER: A Question of Faith“The substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”SAN FRANCISCO -- Our third and final episode of the podcast series “Act of Creation” is ready for your ears. It’s a fitting end to a great journey. Episode 1 looks at the years leading up to the famous San Francisco Conference of 1945, when the C…

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February: Guyana Is Not Giving Up on a Ceasefire in Gaza 13:26

7M ago13:26

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Guyana may not not want a permanent seat in the UN Security Council but it definitely wants a ceasefire in Gaza "as soon as possible." As rotating president for February, the country's ambassador to the UN, Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, tells PassBlue that another top priority for the month is impressing on the world how climate change affects food se…

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How did you get here: Interview with Managing Director at Appt China - Joy Quan 32:49

8M ago32:49

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Joy Quan shares her journey from starting out as an international student at the University of Sheffield to becoming the Managing Director at Appt China in Kunming. Appt is an international digital agency specialising in bespoke app, web and software development and digital communications in the UK and China. Joy tells us what it was like arriving …

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January: Palestine's Desire for Statehood Can't Be Ignored, France Says 10:02

8M ago10:02

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France, a permanent member of the Security Council, is president of the body in January. Ambassador Nicolas de de Rivière says his country will headline Gaza this month, where the number of civilian casualties incurred by Israel's "broad and massive military operation" is "way way too high." Tweet at us @pass_blueSeton Hull link: www.shu.edu/diplom…

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December: Ecuador Aims to Keep Mum on Gaza, but It'll Be Hard to Avoid 8:55

9M ago8:55

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As Ecuador’ assumes the leadership of the United Nations Security Council this month, the country wants to focus on the broader peace and security issues in the Mideast rather than the Israel-Hamas war, even as it devastates civilians in the Gaza strip. Listen to our podcast to find out what it hopes to do about transnational organized crimes in La…

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November: Meet the Uyghurs Preserving Their Culture in the US 11:58

10M ago11:58

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In this episode, we meet a family who fled Xinjiang Province, or what they prefer to call East Turkestan, to the US and are now teaching a new generation in the diaspora about Uyghur language and culture. We also meet a New York City restaurateur who is keeping Uyghur cuisine alive. Tweet at us @pass_blueSeton Hull link: https://www.shu.edu/diploma…

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October: How Will Brazil Uphold Human Rights Globally? 21:14

11M ago21:14

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Brazil recently won a sixth term in the Human Rights Council. Before the election, we spoke to the country’s deputy permanent representative to the UN, Norberto Moretti, on the country’s candidacy. We also talked about the reversal of deforestation in the Amazon and the lack of debate on migration in the UN Security Council. With context provided b…

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How did you get here: Interview with four Software Developer apprentices at Tes 37:25

12M ago37:25

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This episode of the Sheffield Digital podcast features a group interview with four apprentices working at Tes Global. In collaboration with Makers, Tes offered the opportunity for those passionate about tech to retrain, learn to code, and launch a new career in software development. Jack Thacker, Noelia Perez Marin, Sonia Khan and Jose Lopez Guerre…

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September: Tiny Albania Stands Up to the Russian Bear 23:03

1y ago23:03

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If you want to join the European Union, make sure you are at peace with Athens. But Ferit Hoxha, Albania’s envoy to the UN and rotating president of the UN Security Council for September, is unperturbed about possible obstacles Greece may put in Albania's way, regardless of certain disputes. PassBlue interviewed Hoxha and Engjellushe Morina, a seni…

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Public Health Surveillance with Arizona Dept. of Health 1:14:27

1y ago1:14:27

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Discover the pivotal role of informatics in public health as experts Dr. Irene Ruberto, Guillermo Adame and podcast co-host Dr. Sanah Ali walk us thru the steps in the disease surveillance process: (1) Infectious Disease Reporting (2) Case Investigation (3) Data Analysis and (4) Data Dissemination. Learn more at https://www.azdhs.gov/ Click here fo…

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August: How Long Can Biden Keep Putting Up With Israel? 15:08

1y ago15:08

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As the US takes over the Security Council, famine and human rights are the banner themes for August. We chat with foreign affairs analyst Jeffrey Laurenti about the Black Sea Grain deal, perennial Israel and Palestine fracas and Afghanistan’s foreign reserves. Laurenti, who is American, says Israel’s extreme right-wing government is alienating its …

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Act of Creation - Hammering Out the UN Charter 33:50

1y ago33:50

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Our latest episode of “Act of Creation” takes listeners deep into conversation with Stephen Schlesinger, author of the book of the same name, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this September and chronicles the birth of the United Nations through the signing of the UN Charter. That is arguably the moment when the UN was born, at the end of a two…

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Reesa Lake, Head Of Creator Agency & Partnerships At LTK: The Power of Relationships In The Creator Economy & Best Practices For LTK 37:09

1y ago37:09

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If you’ve been following us for a while, you know how much we love talking about LTK, which is why we’re so excited to be joined by Reesa Lake, VP of the Head of Creator Agency & Partnerships at LTK. We discuss her role in bringing economic opportunities to creators across various platforms, categories, and demographics. Reesa is known for being a …

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How did you get here: Interview with Co-Founder & CEO of The Tech Dept - Dan Kirby 33:58

1y ago33:58

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How did you get here? Dan Kirby shares his journey to becoming Co-Founder and CEO of The Tech Dept, specialists in working with early-stage startups, particularly impact startups. Their mission is to help impact founders do good at scale. Dan tells us about his life as an entrepreneur since 2001, the highs and lows of running a business, and why he…

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April Lockhart, Clean Beauty Expert, Inclusive Marketer & Lifestyle Creator: Transitioning From Corporate Girlie To Freelance Influencer 36:41

1y ago36:41

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Today, we’re chatting with April Lockhart, a clean beauty expert, marketer, lifestyle creator, and former Director of Influencer & Partnerships at ILIA. With six years of experience in the influencer space, April has a deep understanding of social media marketing and how to inspire a digital audience. She is also a passionate advocate for disabilit…

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S2 E15: Surrender to the Flow with Nikki Trott 50:52

1y ago50:52

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In this episode, Dan is joined by Nikki Trott, brand strategist, Founder of Barefoot Ventures and host of the Going Conscious podcast - a top global 2.5% podcast, just like this one. Having built a career in developing fashion brands, Nikki thought she had achieved success. But then, she blew it all up… deliberately. In this interview, we delve int…

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Callen Hamilton, Founder Of Sway Social: Mastering Affiliate Marketing & Building A Collaborative Team 38:24

1y ago38:24

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Today, we are joined by Callen Hamilton, founder of Sway Social and a long-time collaborator, to discuss the world of influencer project management, adjusting to the algorithm, and affiliate marketing. With her extensive experience working with creators, Callen highlights the importance of building a collaborative team to grow your brand. In our co…

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S2 E14: Harnessing Ridicule with Veronique Trang 47:48

1y ago47:48

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan welcomes fellow podcast aficionado, Véronique Trang. Véronique is the Founder and CEO of Telmi, the world’s first podcasting platform by kids for kids. In this raw and candid interview, we explore Véronique’s journey to building a purpose-led business. The truly awkward moments of her …

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Jenny Park, Leader Of Brand Partnerships At LinkedIn: How To Craft Your Brand Niche & Make Six Figures As A Micro-Creator 43:29

1y ago43:29

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When Jenny Park was rejected by the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, she set out to create her own opportunities. Now, she is a personal finance content creator and leader of brand partnerships at LinkedIn, collaborating with high-profile talents like Ryan Reynolds, Mindy Kaling, and Mr. Beast. Jenny joins us today to discuss how she bridges the gap betwee…

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July: The UK Says Its Policy of Migrant Returns Is Normal 19:27

1y ago19:27

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With UK’s presidency of the Security Council underway, PassBlue used its interview with Ambassador James Kariuki, the country’s deputy permanent representative, to ask about one of the most controversial pieces of UK foreign policy – a bill that could allow British government ministers to ignore injunctions from the European Court of Human Rights t…

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S2 E13: Becoming Driven with Dr Doug Brackmann 48:43

1y ago48:43

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan is joined by Dr Doug Brackmann. Doug is a psychologist, and the author of Driven: Understanding and Harnessing the Genetic Gifts Shared by Entrepreneurs, Navy SEALs, Pro Athletes, and Maybe YOU. In this deep and wide-ranging conversation, Doug delves into his shadow side during a time …

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Chelsea Becker, Founder Of Becker Editorial: Going Behind-The-Scenes Of Your Favorite Influencer’s Instagram Feed 31:57

1y ago31:57

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In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Chelsea Becker, the founder of Becker Editorial, to unpack the behind-the-scenes content curation of your favorite creators. Becker Editorial specializes in helping creators, influencers, and small brands grow by planning their digital content, strategizing Instagram feeds, aligning creativity …

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S2 E12: Embracing Uniqueness with Vimla Appadoo and Dr Marilyn Comrie OBE 48:55

1y ago48:55

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan welcomes two powerful women from the North of England – Vimla Appadoo and Dr Marilyn Comrie OBE. They both sit on the Board of the Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and see business as a force for good – and positive change. In this interview, we delve into what it’s really…

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Maddie Raedts, Creative Entrepreneur & Founder Of Bond: Disrupting The Traditional Commerce Model Of Influencer Marketing 28:26

1y ago28:26

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Maddie Raedts, a creative entrepreneur who launched her first company at 21 and is now working on her new venture, Bond, joins us today to discuss her career in entrepreneurship and her goal of revolutionizing influencer marketing. Maddie introduced Bond to disrupt the traditional commerce model. In our conversation, Maddie breaks down the details …

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S2 E11: Fearlessness with Dominic McGregor 48:44

1y ago48:44

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan features a very special guest - Dominic McGregor, one of the Founders of Social Chain (alongside you-know-who) and now Founder and Partner of Fearless Adventures. Dominic is the poster boy of modern entrepreneurship, but is it all it’s made out to be? At the age of 20, he was on a rock…

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Dianna Cohen, Founder Of Crown Affair: Navigating Influencer Marketing To Build Your Brand 42:26

1y ago42:26

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On today's episode, we’re chatting with our new haircare bestie, Dianna Cohen! She is the founder and CEO of Crown Affair, a haircare brand empowering people to redefine their relationship with their hair through accessible luxury products, guidance, and community. In our conversation, Dianna shares her journey building the brand and her approach t…

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S2 E10: The Pursuit Of Excellence with Michael Bourne 53:41

1y ago53:41

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan is joined by Michael Bourne, self-described “book addict” and the performance director of the Lawn Tennis Association. In this deep and wide-ranging conversation, we get a centre-court seat into what drives people to reach elite levels of a discipline. And then what destroys them. Mich…

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Jules Acree, Digital Creator & Founder Of The Homebodies: The Value Of Diversifying Your Online Platforms 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

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In the current digital space, it's more crucial than ever before to diversify your online brand and develop multiple revenue streams, because you never know if platforms like Instagram or TikTok will suddenly shut down. Today we're joined by Jules Acree, a multi-platform digital content creator and entrepreneur, as she shares her insights on mindfu…

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How did you get here: Interview with Founder & CEO of AI machine learning startup TUBR - Dash Tabor 17:22

1+ y ago17:22

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How did you get here? Dash Tabor shares her journey to becoming the founder of an AI machine learning startup. Dash Tabor didn’t expect to work in tech, never mind to start her own deep-tech company specialising in the application of AI for small and incomplete datasets. Growing up, she felt that tech wasn’t her, that it was too complicated and too…

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June: The UAE Is Putting Its Own Interests First 12:38

1+ y ago12:38

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In March, the Taliban opened a consul in the UAE. There are two possible results proffered by Dr. Mira Al Hussein, a Mideast expert, on the move: the militants gain international legitimacy or the US could be tempted to bolster the Taliban to attack Iran. Both parties have clashed over water rights this year. On this episode of UN-Scripted, we also…

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S2 E9: Show Me The Money with Natalie Pearce and Alicia Grimes 52:57

1+ y ago52:57

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan is joined not by one, but two spectacular guests – Natalie Pearce and Alicia Grimes. Natalie and Alicia are the Co-Founders of The Future Kind Collective, and as Dan likes to call them, the “Beyoncés of Culture.” In this interview, discover why energy is your most important asset. The …

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Taylor Loren, Content Creator & Social Strategist: How To Grow Your Instagram & Use The Algorithm To Your Advantage 43:13

1+ y ago43:13

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Between the dwindling follower counts and unpredictable engagement, Instagram is one of the most frustrating platforms for creators right now. We invited social strategist Taylor Loren onto the pod to learn about how to cut through the noise on Reels and grow on Instagram. Taylor is the brilliant mind behind @reelstips, which she organically grew t…

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S2 E8: The Moral Choice Of Optimism with Olivia Sibony 44:03

1+ y ago44:03

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Olivia Sibony returns to the show! Olivia is the Co-founder of Impact Amplified and a trailblazing tech-for-good champion. In this deep and wide ranging conversation, Dan and Olivia peel back the layers of optimism and “good energy.” Discover how to reframe hard times into a more positive …

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Trend Report: 3 Ways To Make Money As An Influencer 7:57

1+ y ago7:57

7:57

There are three main ways to monetize your social media following: in-app, external apps, and brand collaborations. In this episode, I touch on how to flex into each area and diversify your revenue as a content creator. Some of these approaches are more lucrative than others, but the idea is to be in the driver’s seat of your personal brand and max…

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S2 E7: Converting Fear Into Unlimited Potential with Geoff Thompson 1:05:06

1+ y ago1:05:06

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan is joined by Geoff Thompson, a BAFTA-winning writer and film-maker whose life story was brought to the screen with actors like Ray Winstone and Orlando Bloom. He is the author of close to fifty books and has appeared on the Sunday Times Bestseller List several times. A total badass, Bl…

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Kinya Clairborne, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of STYLE & SOCIETY Magazine: How To Diversify Your Skillset As An Influencer 38:35

1+ y ago38:35

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Kinya Clairborne is an award-winning content creator and the founder and editor-in-chief of STYLE & SOCIETY Magazine. Not only is she an amazing example of how to transition from corporate girlie to full-time influencer, but she’s also managed to heavily diversify her brand and work with big names like Honda, Macy’s, and L’Oreal. In our conversatio…

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S2 E6: How To Practise Focus with Claudine Adeyemi 48:23

1+ y ago48:23

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan is joined by Claudine Adeyemi, the CEO of EarlyBird, a voice-centric onboarding software for the employability sector. In this raw and candid conversation, we get a ring-side seat into an entrepreneur’s early stages of growth. Witness Claudine’s journey: from homeless teen to high-flyi…

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Rocsi Diaz, Emmy-Winning TV Host & Content Creator: Adapting To Changes In New Media 40:30

1+ y ago40:30

40:30

Rocsi Diaz is best known for hosting major network shows like BET’s 106 & Park and ABC’s Good Morning America, but she’s stepping into a new chapter of her career as a content creator and brand founder. In our conversation, Rocsi looks back on her career highlights and shares how she’s taking those experiences into her latest ventures: a podcast an…

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May: Switzerland Aims to Regulate the Use of the Veto 17:21

1+ y ago17:21

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On April 26, the Security Council held a historic meeting on the use of Veto power. At that meeting, an initiative by France and Mexico to stop Council members from using veto in cases of atrocities was re-echoed.Ambassador Pascale Baeriswyl, Switzerland’s first Security Council president, told PassBlue her country is actively pushing for the motio…

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S2 E5: My Hidden Motivation with Dirk Bischof 54:02

1+ y ago54:02

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In this episode of "Honey I Blew Up The Business" Season 2, Dan is joined by Dirk Bischof, the Founder and CEO of Hatch Enterprise. Hatch has helped over 8000 under-represented entrepreneurs since Dirk launched the business 10 years ago. In the interview, we explore the forces that drove him from communist East Germany to the beating heart of Europ…

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