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Lo Blo MMA is a podcast about MMA and combat sports in general. We will talk UFC, Bellator, Glory, Boxing, and BS. Cover art photo provided by dylan nolte on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@dylan_nolte
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Weekly movie news updates, weekend box-office analysis, breaking contest information, review summaries from the site, and a glimpse into our top-notch forums with the "Thread of the Week". We also discuss all behind the scenes action at the JoBlo.com offices and all activities from the fanboys running the site. Updated every Monday and hosted by Jim Law. Email him at joblopodcast@joblo.com.
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The podcast for badminton players, by badminton players, where we celebrate local heroes, interview players from all walks of life and push you to grow as a player and a person. Your hosts are Jeff Tho and Henry Wong. Support us here so that we can keep bringing you regular episodes: www.patreon.com/thebadmintonpodcast We are now also featuring some episodes by Badminton Lights Out (BLO) hosted by Gronya Somerville and Justine Villegas.
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Blogs on Tape

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Blogs On Tape is a podcast made of calls from you, the listener! Call (BLO) GS2-1314 (256-472-1314), SAY ANYTHING YOU WANT, and your call will be used in a future episode! Calls have ranged from slice of life stories, twitter-esque updates, drunk dials, singing, criticisms of the show, to burps. We love them all! The show has a core team of enthusiastic contributors, but we love hearing from new callers more than anything! Call today, as much as you please! It's your show! blogsontape@gmail.com
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This show helps you break through the mindset blocks and sabotaging behaviors that limit you from having the body and health you deserve. Stop the yo-yo dieting and self-sabotaging for good, by doing the internal work taught in this podcast.
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Lit Nama

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Moving beyond 'Once upon a time' and 'Happily ever after', host Laxmi Krishnan explores contemporary mediums of art and its expression on our new literary show 'Lit Nama'. She talks to new age digital content creators, poets, storytellers, performers, bloggers and people reclaiming the literary scene in unique ways. From Haikus to Open Mics, you will hear people writing their stories through mediums one cannot imagine. Tune in to the new chapter every Tuesday from 10th December onwards.
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Learnetto Podcast

Learnetto Podcast

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Full transcripts here - https://learnetto.com/blog On the Learnetto podcast, we talk to interesting people teaching and learning useful tech skills online. You'll hear from designers, programmers, marketers and other professionals about the ups and downs of learning and teaching. Learnetto (https://learnetto.com) is an online learning marketplace, where you can get free and premium courses on tech skills like making websites, apps, design, marketing and sales.
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Join the journey to explore the world of entertainment through a unique lens. Shandie, takes a closer look at the latest movies and TV shows, offering in-depth reviews and insightful discussions. In addition to the entertainment segments, it also aims to inspire and motivate our listeners with motivational segments. Join your host, Katu, as she dives into the world of film, TV & self-improvement, and find the perfect balance between entertainment and motivation. Subscribe now to stay updated ...
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The popular horror fansite Arrowinthehead.com comes to audio life with this weekly podcast discussing the hottest ho rror headlines, new horror DVD release dates, the horror BILF of the week, and Horror Talk from the forums. We also thro w in some Top 5 lists, What I Watched reviews, and even a few special guest spots from time to time. Hosted by AITH's re sident horror hound Ammon Gilbert and updated every Wednesday.
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Seattle Mama Doc

Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson

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Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson is a mom, pediatrician, blogger, Chief of Digital Innovation for Seattle Children’s Hospital, & news reporter for NBC KING5 in Seattle. She has over 38,000 followers on Twitter, & her feed, Seattle Mama Doc, was named one of Time's "Best Twitter Feeds of 2013". While a practitioner of pediatric healthcare in the traditional sense, she approaches all of her work from a far more holistic wellness perspective, as evident in the content of her blog as well as her award-winn ...
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Podcasts for the blog 'Words On A Whim'. This blog began as a life blog, talking about my own spells of mental health issues, and all the other rocks life has thrown into my paths. I found comfort in talking about what I'd been through, and specifically about ways I was learning to understand more about mental health and feel happier. This podcast series for World Mental Health Day, includes discussions with all kinds of people talking all about mental health, in a fight to remove the stigma ...
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The Nigerian food network podcast features exciting interviews with Nigerian food entrepreneurs, chefs, food bloggers, and experts who will bring insight into the world of Nigerian culinary culture. We cover various hot topics of interest including blogging, the chef lifestyle, social media, branding, and marketing amongst other food-related topics. In addition, we discuss self-improvement and development, creativity, food photography, recipe creation, and productivity, to elevate your culin ...
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Stars of Franchising

Tariq Farid Franchise Institute at Babson College

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“How do I find and choose the right franchise opportunity?” “How do I overcome the obstacles and bounce back from the setbacks?” “How do I achieve the scale I’m after?” Join hosts Ab Igram and Vini Onyemah to learn from the global pioneers, innovators, and visionaries who are realizing their entrepreneurial dreams through the franchise business model. New episodes every week.
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It started out as two anonymous guys having barbershop/locker room talk and conversations that the average person won't talk about, to an entire anonymous group! We've chosen to be anonymous because we want to be judged solely off of the content displayed. Maybe we will reveal our identities one day, but in the mean time we are going to have fun with this! Reach out to us at IDontHaveANameForThisYet@yahoo.com #Life #Conversation #Podcast #SelfHelp #Music #Sports #Relationships #Travel #Curre ...
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Are you ready to be inspired? Welcome to Buffalo Business and Banter where we'll take you on an adventure through the lives of successful local entrepreneurs right here in Buffalo, NY! In every episode, we'll delve deep into the incredible stories of these savvy business owners, uncovering the challenges they've faced, the creative solutions they've used to overcome them, and the secrets behind their SUCCESS! But that's not all - we'll also show you why Buffalo is the perfect place to live a ...
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“It’s a beautiful form of entrepreneurship to be a franchisee, because you have so much stability and support but you still are the maven of your own market.” Debra Strougo worked for the New York City mayor’s office in brand development for “the greatest brand in the world.” But over time her unquenchable passion for fitness beckoned and in 2017 w…
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“If a franchisee invents a practice that is serving them really well, we want them to let us know so we can package it up and share it in the system.” The beauty market is one of the hottest in franchising, and with more than 100 locations in the US and Canada, Blo Blow Dry Bar is one of the hottest beauty franchises. CEO and partner Vanessa Yakobs…
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“When you’re protecting an emerging brand, you’re protecting the stakes of all the people who’d invested in the brand.” From taking care of her own back pain to taking care of the owners of more than 100 Massage Heights locations, Shane (a member of the IFA board of directors) has priceless insights on building an emerging brand BIG while still kee…
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“Let’s not be copycats. Create a new demand for new products. Don’t be afraid. Go for it. And if you fail, just get up and do it again.” Our most in-depth look at international franchising yet! Based in Honduras, Justin and Monica have made their mark not only by importing multiple North American and European franchise brands to Central America, bu…
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“There are a lot of things people misunderstand about franchising. People tend to think that if they buy a franchise, their success is going to be guaranteed.” It took Mark Kushinsky a year and a half as a department store manager to realize he didn’t want to be an employee. He started his own residential cleaning business, then "ran into” franchis…
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“The better and more diverse backgrounds of the people in your system, the better your brand’s going to be.” A must-listen for current ‘zees, ‘zees of tomorrow, and anyone else contemplating a startup business venture. As the guy with the final say on who gets a FYZICAL Therapy & Balance franchise, Scott Wendrych is an undisputed authority on what …
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“The franchisee/franchisee relationships are critical for the success of our system. Annie Tselikis said, “You’re crazy” when her brother Jim and cousin Sabin Lomac hatched the idea of a food truck in Los Angeles serving Maine lobster rolls. But when they tapped into her deep fisheries expertise to shape their business model, Cousins Maine Lobster …
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“If you just come in as a franchisee and expect to be employed by the franchisor, and just wait for the franchisor to give you direction, that’s a sure way to fail.” Five years as a franchisee for 4 US retail brands taught Ramzi Daklouche a lesson that informs his work today at Edible: It’s always all about the local markets. We’re thrilled to welc…
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“Franchisee unit-level economics has to be the most important thing a franchisor thinks about. If they don’t, the system doesn’t work.” The energy is AMPED in this episode, and no wonder: Guest Jeff Klein is a go-go ‘zee for Dunkin’, Auntie Anne’s, The Gents Place, and biggest of all, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shops, with 14 locations — #1 in the system…
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“There’s no such thing as failure. You just didn’t get there yet.” Alex founded Dr. Dental in 2004 with the vision of retailizing dental care by providing convenient, accessible, quality care via retail dental clinics in convenient neighborhood locations. Now with 57 locations across the northeast, Dr. Dental isn’t a franchise in the strict sense, …
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“You can’t fire your way into building a better team of people. That’s why culture matters.” Our 25th episode is our hairiest yet! In 2018 they asked themselves, “Why not?” and began extending the “Be Nice” culture of Paul Mitchell Schools (Winn as dean and co-founder, John as a ‘zee) to a new venture, Salty Dawg Pet Salons. Now they’re creating mo…
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“As a franchisor, you’re entrusting your franchisees to continue the growth of your brand, and putting the essence of the brand in their hands.” A proven entrepreneur, visionary and leader, Christo Demetriades has spent 3 decades as a CEO, CFO, and COO for franchising, restaurant, entertainment, and self-care brands. His superpower: Building and nu…
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“Franchising is like politics: It’s all local.” After a 35-year career as an insurance executive, Gary Raphael found himself “on the short end of a merger” and embarked on a new entrepreneurial journey that has led him to the QSR (quick-service restaurant) franchising model with Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard. How did his high-level business…
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“Sometimes, franchising is MORE entrepreneurial, because in the larger franchises all of the great ideas that the customers are experiencing come from the franchisees.” Was Jonathan Epstein born to follow the franchise model to phenomenal success? With a dad who owned 37 Midas Muffler shops, it’s possible! But as he embarked on his own ventures as …
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“Unit economics is what makes investing in restaurants compelling and exciting.” Dan Bonoff, a partner at Goode Partners, has been a private equity investor with a focus on the consumer sector for nearly 20 years. During his private equity career, he’s participated in platform investments and add-on acquisitions totaling more than $800 million of e…
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“As a franchisee, you have to work ON the business as well as IN the business. Heather's career spans 30 years in the franchise, beauty, and wellness industries. She’s held executive positions in multi-billion dollar as well as emerging companies — most notably and recently, Amazing Lash Studios, which she shepherded from 70 locations to more than …
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“Some people are not meant to franchise. Some people absolutely SHOULD franchise.” Talk about perfect timing: Tim Vogel opened the first Scenthound dog-care shop in 2020, just as pet ownership skyrocketed during the pandemic. Today, Scenthound boasts more than 50 franchises — so you can expect seriously actionable lessons in scaling from this episo…
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Get ready to dive into the sizzling world of dance rebellion as our podcast guest, the one and only Melinda Markulis, takes us behind the scenes of Buffalo's hottest sensation - Underground Blo! 🌟 In this episode, we sit down with the fearless entrepreneur and creator of Buffalo's female hip-hop heels rebellious dance group, Melinda Markulis (IG: @…
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“I did everything you’re not supposed to do in finance to open my first studio.” For Redbird Fitness founder/CEO Elizabeth Roberts, it all started with a pair of “sticky socks” in 2015. Now operating a dozen Pure Barre locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut (scaling from 1 to 5 in her first 5 years), she’s the fitness brand’s top ‘Zee — AND a h…
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“You always have to be telling your story. If you’re doing good in the world you have to be just as loud and persistent as those who aren’t.” As President/Co-Founder of Arthur Lee Consulting & Advisory (named in honor of his father’s passion for food equity) and former Executive Director of Social Equity Franchising at Everytable, Bryce Fluellen is…
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Embark on a style adventure with Giovanni Centurione, the visionary owner of Trend Up on Allen Street in Buffalo. Giovanni, a fashion enthusiast who once navigated the streets of New York City, brought the pulsating energy of the city to Buffalo in 2016. Join us as we dive into the heart of Giovanni's fashion expedition, exploring the vibrant fusio…
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“We’ve seen the power of the system.” Required listening for current ‘Zees and wannabes! Seeking to bust out of their careers in tech and radio and do their own thing, Bob & Karen Sommers opened the 12th market for Citywide Facilities Solutions 15 years ago. But there’s a twist to the story: Franchising was NOT in their original entrepreneurship pl…
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“There has to be something that’s bigger than just the product … it has to be about the impact it has on the person on the other side.” With a powerful management and franchising resume (including 19 years at the helm of skoah), Andrea now consults with numerous franchise enterprises on matters ranging from growth and international expansion strate…
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“You are only as good as the last unit you open.” That single statement speaks volumes about Brian Belmont’s powerful belief in franchisor/franchisee relationships. As CEO of FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers (with more than 500 locations in 46 states) he draws upon his experiences as a Quiznos and Planet Fitness franchisee “to help other people …
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“What matters is that you’re a good person and you’re passionate about the business.” From operating 27 School of Rock locations, to now owning 2 of them AND simultaneously serving on The Lash Lounge’s leadership team as VP of Operations, Kristin Kidd has lived all sides of the franchising model. And she has a lot to say about what works (and what …
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“As a franchisee, you’re in the business FOR yourself, but not BY yourself.” As owner of multiple Planet Fitness franchises and Managing Partner at Exaltare Capital Partners, Omar Simmons believes that there are many paths of entrepreneurship. Yet none do more than the franchise model to support the dreams of entrepreneurs from underrepresented com…
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“Franchising provides the opportunity to tap into entrepreneurial spirit with the guidance of a great play book” Welcome to the intersection of marketing and brand-building! As President of LA’s Konnect Agency Amanda Bialek advises franchisors on national strategies and franchisees on local advertising — a true 360-degree perspective of the market …
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“The best franchisors recognize that franchisees help make the franchisor system stronger.” Big Chicken in space? Someday for sure, if Josh Halpern has his way! Josh joins Ab and Vini to share how he’s leveraging his incredible brand, marketing, and operating experience to guide and lead Shaquille O’Neal’s new restaurant concept. A true entrepreneu…
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“Time is more valuable than the money we lost. We can recover money, but we can't recover time lost.” Can lobsters and sharks get along? Jim and Sabin, our first Shark Tank-veteran guests, would say “ayuh,” having emerged from the CNBC show with Barbara Corcoran as a 15% equity partner! The real cousins behind Cousins Maine Lobster join Ab and Vini…
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“Franchisees have to work in the business and be ready to do every single task!” 24 years ago Neal literally rolled up his sleeves and began a 5-year stint in the trenches dirtying his hands and learning one of America’s leading franchise powerhouses from the inside out. Now a respected Dunkin Brands multi-unit franchisee, Neal has priceless though…
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“Don't underestimate the amount of work involved in being a franchisee. It’s full of grit, twists, and turns.” Our first guest from the B2B arena! Meet a pioneer in the green “circular economy” space and B2B franchising: Elaine Chow, founder of ChopValue Boston, which boasts a groundbreaking and fascinating value proposition: sustainable wood furni…
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“Franchises don’t run themselves. There’s no such thing as an semi-absentee owner.” What’s it like to be “first in” on a new, unproven franchise brand? Soosie Lazenby is principal owner and operator of 4 StretchLab franchises (under the XPonential Fitness umbrella) in the Tampa Bay metro area. Not only that, she was among the first to commit to thi…
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“Innovation comes from the franchisees.” A must-listen not only for franchisee and franchisor owners, but also for other investors and potential investors in franchise brands! Ken Doyle brings an uncommon and valuable perspective to the podcast — as someone who has made successful investments not only in growth franchisors but also in franchisees. …
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“You don't plan for opportunities. Rather, you work hard to be ready to take advantage of opportunities when they come.” Ab and Vini welcome our first international Star, Dr. Ausanee Mahagitsiri Leonio, founder and President of King Food Group (Thailand), a multi-franchise conglomerate. It all started with “love at first bite” when she tasted a Kri…
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“Franchising and entrepreneurship are great bedfellows.” With more than 40 years of leadership experience at Dunkin’ Brands, Papa John’s, Blockbuster, and currently Chairman and Co-Owner of London’s Leyton Orient Football Club and Principal at Challenge Consulting, Nigel has steered global organizations through both spectacular success and existent…
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“Franchising is a way to scale value creation quickly.” As the founder of Jiffy Lube International, our guest Babson College President Stephen Spinelli, Jr. should know! Steve is an entrepreneur who grew up in the world of franchising. His experience in national and international franchising, coupled with his unique understanding of entrepreneurshi…
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Tariq Farid, Founder and CEO of Edible Brands, the company that includes Edible Arrangements joins the podcast to discuss his journey from small business owner starting with a single flower shop, to technology entrepreneur to launching and scaling Edible Arrangements to a global brand. So many great lessons not only about franchising but more impor…
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Welcome to our first SOLO podcast all about marketing with your host, Rob Szobski! Today we're going to focus on writing ad copy for your brand and more specifically writing copy for your website. As an entrepreneur who owned multiple businesses and made a name for himself in photography and videography, Rob knows firsthand the challenges of naviga…
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In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Addison Henderson, an award-winning filmmaker, writer, actor and producer hailing from Buffalo, New York. Henderson's passion for storytelling stems from learning about the history of Buffalo through his father. As a local historian, Henderson's father had a deep knowledge of the city's pa…
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Join me for an exhilarating review of "John Wick 4," where we dissect the film's thrilling action and John Wick's daring escapades. I'll explore the idea of taking bold risks in both movies and life, drawing parallels between Wick's fearless character and the importance of embracing challenges. Plus, don't miss the Oscars 2023 recap! Moving Picture…
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Get ready for an electrifying episode where we dive deep into the world of Deon Robinson, the multi-talented entrepreneur behind Inkredible Custom Tattoos and Meraki Private Suites. I sit down with the man himself, as we explore his dynamic life as a tattoo artist, business owner, and musical sensation known as Duka Deniro. We'll uncover the secret…
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For episode 71, join me as a I reveiw the award-winning White Lotus, seasons 1 and 2. While I give tips on managing stress with my own experiences sprinkled in and my current must-sees for when you're in between episodes!Moving Pictures Segment:White LotusMotivational Segment:Managing StressMiscellaneous Segment:My Current Must-SeesFollow Shandie o…
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In this episode, we review the animated classic, Prince of Egypt. We take a look behind the scenes and explore the making of this beloved film.In our motivational segment, we talk about building confidence. Confidence is a key factor in achieving your goals and overcoming obstacles. We'll discuss strategies to build your self-confidence and ways to…
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In this episode of our podcast, we have Dr. Richard Ziarkowski, a highly experienced chiropractor who has been in business over two decades now, and he's got a lot of wisdom to share. Dr. Z is not only a highly skilled chiropractor but also the first chiropractor to provide affordable decompression to Western New York. He's the owner of Universal C…
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In this episode, I review the Horror/Mystery movie "Knock at the Cabin" and discuss the storytelling throughout the film. In the motivation segment, I mention Rachel Harpes' article and discuss ways to overcome obstacles in our own lives.For the third segment, I share our top 5 must-see films directed by black filmmakers. With new releases, I provi…
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In this exciting new episode, I sit down with Josh Bornhoeft, the former owner of Queen City Tuk Tours and one of the talented filmmakers (myself included) behind the groundbreaking documentary series, Tuk Talks. The series, which explores the exciting growth and changes taking place in Buffalo and Western New York, features a host of local celebri…
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Exciting news, everyone! In our FIRST episode, we'll be sitting down with my talented friend Joe Goretti a Buffalo, NY native who has made a name for himself as a full-time professional freelance drummer, producer, and educator. A graduate of the renowned Berklee College of Music, Joe has traveled around the world, performing on national and intern…
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Meet Benny Luo - an inductee of the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in Media. He's the founder of NextShark.com, a leading AAPI media company covering news, business, politics, entertainment, and culture that reaches up to 20 million people per week across social platforms. He was also the founder of NewMediaRockstars.com, which was acquired in 2013. Tune …
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This is part TWO of a two-part series with Leon Jake Lim, an entrepreneur who runs his own badminton academy in Malaysia. He’s also an investor/fund manager and freelance analyst for a Finance Youtube channel called FIRL (Finance in Real Life) which has 18,200 subscribers at the time of recording. He has also studied philosophy, politics and econom…
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This is part one of a two-part series with Leon Jake Lim, an entrepreneur who runs his own badminton academy in Malaysia. He’s also an investor/fund manager and freelance analyst for a Finance Youtube channel called FIRL (Finance in Real Life) which has 18,200 subscribers at the time of recording. He has also studied philosophy, politics and econom…
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