Best Brian Ott Podcasts (2025)

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Robert Palmer Watkins + Adam Woodward + Lumi Pollack + Emilie Dequenne + Charlie Diamond 57:33

1d ago57:33

57:33

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actors Robert Palmer Watkins and Adam Woodward, actresses Lumi Pollack and Émilie Dequenne, and musicians Charlie Diamond. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Plan Design Options 52:01

3d ago52:01

52:01

Brian goes over total benefits, monthly benefits, and other considerations when designing a long-term care insurance plan.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Misconceptions 52:01

11d ago52:01

52:01

Brian goes through the top 5 misconceptions about long-term care planning and what long-term care insurance actually does for you.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Rival Sons + Brian Myers + Kitt Wakeley + Director Jeff Finn 56:53

10d ago56:53

56:53

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Rival Songs frontman Jay Buchanan, TNA Wrestling star Brian Myers (former WWE Superstar Curt Hawkins), GRAMMY-winning producer and composer Kitt Wakeley and "Before The End: Searching For Jim Morrison" director Jeff Finn. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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What Is Long-Term Care Insurance? 52:01

17d ago52:01

52:01

There are a LOT of misconceptions surrounding long-term care insurance and what a long-term care situation really looks like. In this episode, Brian explains what you're actually insuring against when you put a long-term care plan in place.By Brian Ott, RICP, LTC

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Cast Of "Anxiety Club" + Andrea Laing + Corteon Moore + Cast Of "Mr. Santa" + Robby Johnson + Steve Barton 58:05

18d ago58:05

58:05

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast from "Anxiety Club," "Yule Log 2" star Andrea Laing, "From" star Corteon Moore, stars of "Mr. Santa," singer/songwriter Robby Johnson, and film producer Steve Barton. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Traditional Rate Increases 52:01

24d ago52:01

52:01

Rate increases on existing long-term care policies are prevalent right now. In this episode, Brian explains exactly what is happening, and why the older policies have had to raise rates.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Cast of "Swept Away" + Echos + Boys And Girls Clubs + Alix Villaret + Cast of "Nochebuena" + Vera Drew 57:22

26d ago57:22

57:22

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast members from Broadway favorite "Swept Away," musician Echos, Chrissy Chen from Boys And Girls Clubs, actress Alix Villaret, cast and crew from the film "Nochebuena," and writer/director Vera Drew. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Formal vs Informal Care 52:01

1M ago52:01

52:01

Brian explains how long-term care insurance plans are paid out and who you can pay for your care with your benefits. Can you pay family members to provide your care?By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Understanding Benefits 52:01

1M ago52:01

52:01

Brian explains how your benefits work once you go on claim.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Lesley Nicol + Andrew Reich + Cast Of "Trailer Park Boys" + Michael Maliakel + Director of "Yacht Rock" + Producers of Billy Preston Documentary 57:35

1M ago57:35

57:35

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with "Downton Abbey" star Lesley Nicol, "Friends" Executive Producer Andrew Reich, stars of legendary comedy series "Trailer Park Boys," Broadway star Michael Maliakel, "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary" director Garret Price, and "Billy Preston: That's The Way God Planned It" producers Stephanie Allain and Jeanne El…

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OTT Executive Podcast S5 E5: Ren Young, CEO/Founder, PRAYZN 27:12

1M ago27:12

27:12

1) Ren's start from a "summer camp" kid to music/opera, to MTV, to content producer; 2) Literally started in the mailroom; 3) Origins of the "faith-fueled" PRAYZN story; 4) Building a faith-fueled pervasive community; 5) Phase 1: launching the faith-based MTV; 6) Phase 2: adding scripted and unscripted programming; 7) Phase 3: imbedding all other e…

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Legacy is More Than Money 52:01

2M ago52:01

52:01

Brian discusses the importance of long-term care planning when doing estate planning.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Hootie And The Blowfish's Jim "Soni" Sonefeld + Nomadica Wines Founder Kristin Olszewski + Kelsy Karter + Shinedown's Eric Bass 57:57

2M ago57:57

57:57

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Hootie And The Blowfish's Jim "Soni" Sonefeld, Nomadica Wines founder Kristin Olszewski, singer Kelsy Karter and Shinedown's Eric Bass. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Family is Why 52:01

2M ago52:01

52:01

Brian explains why long-term care planning is not just about money.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Elizabeth Saunders + Brande Roderick + DJ Skee + Greywind + Huntley 56:53

2M ago56:53

56:53

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with "From" star Elizabeth Saunders, actress/director Brande Roderick, DJ Skee, the band Greywind and "The Voice" winner Huntley. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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What is Underwriting 52:01

2M ago52:01

52:01

Brian explains the underwriting process to qualify for long-term care insurance and how we at 525 Advisors help make the process as smooth as possible.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Sydney Scotia + Pegah Ghafoori + Cast Of Okie + Tetona Jackson + Chef Todd English + Sam Graham-Felsen 57:20

2M ago57:20

57:20

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress Sydney Scotia, "From" star Pegah Ghafoori, and cast and crew from the film "Okie" (Kevin Bigley, Kate Cobb, Scott Michael Foster), actress Tetona Jackson, Chef Todd English, and the Newark Public Library's Sam Graham-Felsen. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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What Happens When You Go On Claim 52:01

2M ago52:01

52:01

This week Brian talks you through what happens in a long term care situation and how the experience is vastly different with insurance and without.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Where to Start 52:01

2M ago52:01

52:01

Brian explains why you don’t start with “quotes” when it comes to long-term care planning.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Taxes and LTC 52:01

3M ago52:01

52:01

Brian goes over tax deductions for businesses and individuals and the advantages of tax-free income on claim.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Members Of Arcade Fire + Sabaton's Hannes Van Dahl + Leo Simon + JB Smoove + Jennie Pu + Ross Hart 57:43

3M ago57:43

57:43

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with musicians Richard Reed Parry and Sarah Neufeld of The Arcade Fire, Rebecca Foon of Saltland, Sabaton drummer Hannes Van Dahl, actor Leo Simon, actor/comedian/host J.B. Smoove, Hoboken Public Library Director Jennie Pu, and Canadian Wrestling Hall Of Famer Ross Hart. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Cast Of "Bad Genius" + Cast Of "Where's Wanda" + Director Jed I. Rosenberg + PsiRyn + "Roller Jam" Cast + Moe Jeudy-Lamour 57:19

3M ago57:19

57:19

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast and crew of "Bad Genius" (Benedict Wong, Callina Liang, J.C. Lee), cast from "Where's Wanda?" (Axel Stein, Lea Drinda, Heike Makatsch), director Jed I. Rosenberg, the group PsiRyn, "Roller Jam" host Jordin Sparks and judges Johnny Weir and Terrell Ferguson, and "Ted Lasso" star Moe Jeudy-Lamour. Theme…

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LTC Survey 52:01

3M ago52:01

52:01

Brian discusses a recent survey done and brings some more education about some of the common viewpoints around LTCBy Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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OTT Executive Podcast S5 E4: Beth Anderson, SVP/GM, FAST Channels & VOD Sales, BBC Studios 48:58

3M ago48:58

48:58

1) Beth's start as a theatre director; 2) The art of storytelling and creative collaboration; 3) Comparing FAST channels to old-school curated "mix tapes"; 4) FAST strategy started with single-series such as "Antiques Road Show"; 5) What is the balance between creative/intuitive curation and science/data analytics in programming FAST channels?; 6) …

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The Walmart Effect 52:01

3M ago52:01

52:01

Brian talks about the Financial Industry's regulations that have affected choices, similar to the "Walmart Effect".By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Kenny Wayne Shepherd + Sienna Guillory + Rhona Mitra + Stars Of "Notice To Quit" 57:40

3M ago57:40

57:40

This "Paltrocast" features "Notice To Quit" director/writer Simon Hacker and stars Michael Zegen and Kasey Bella Suarez, actress Rhona Mitra, guitar great Kenny Wayne Shepherd and actress Sienna Guillory. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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OTT Exec Podcast S5 E3: Srinivasan (Srini) KA, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Amagi 40:31

3M ago40:31

40:31

1) Srini's career background; 2) Amagi's roots as an advertising marketplace in India; 3) Facing down a major company crisis; 4) Pivoting to become a global FAST tech vendor; 5) Managing lightning-fast growth; 6) How to maintain your company culture at scale; 7) How to segment your customer base; 8) Managing core vs. custom product development; 9) …

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Reallocating Income 52:01

3M ago52:01

52:01

Brian discusses the pitfalls of trying to reallocate existing income to pay for long-term care.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Awolnation's Aaron Bruno + Hootie And The Blowfish's Mark Bryan + Stars Of 'Come Home' + System Of A Down's John Dolmayan 57:45

3M ago57:45

57:45

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with AWOLNATION's Aaron Bruno, Hootie &The Blowfish's Mark Bryan, "Come Home" cast and crew (Chinaza Uche and Caitlin Zoz of "Silo," Nicole Pursell) and System Of A Down's John Dolmayan. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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It Wasn’t Medicare 52:01

4M ago52:01

52:01

Brian goes over what Medicare and government plans cover for long-term care expenses.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Matt Hardy + Jeff Hardy + Stars Of Hulu's "Rivals" + Andy James 57:21

4M ago57:21

57:21

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with wrestling legends Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy and stars of Hulu's new series "Rivals" (Aidan Turner, Nafessa Williams, Bella Maclean, Victoria Smurfit, Danny Dyer, Katherine Parkinson, Claire Rushbrook, Emily Atack), and singer/dancer Andy James. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Common and Uncommon Features 6:04

4M ago6:04

6:04

Brian goes over some of the differences between different carriers and how their plans work.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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OTT Executive Podcast S5 E2: Esther Ahn, Head of User Experience, YouTube TV & Primetime Channels 39:34

4M ago39:34

39:34

1) Esther's career background; 2) Design lessons from a can opener; 3) Why UX design should get C-suite attention; 4) Design differences between music and video; 5) How to integrate UX for all content forms-- short clips, long-form, live events, etc.; 6) Using user feedback and directed input vs. passive inferential design; 7) Should consumers be a…

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The Boxmasters' Billy Bob Thornton & JD Andrew + Offset Bier's Conor Brown + Nic Nemeth + Deer Valley's Josh Hockman 57:48

4M ago57:48

57:48

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with The Boxmasters' Billy Bob Thornton and JD Andrew, Offset Bier's Conor Brown, wrestling champion and podcaster Nic Nemeth, and Deer Valley's Josh Hockman. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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What is the Best Plan 52:01

4M ago52:01

52:01

Brian discusses how plans are different and considerations you need to understand to find the best option.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Stars of "The 4:30 Movie" + Mr Big's Billy Sheehan + Stars of "Happy Days" + Simon Boisvert 57:13

4M ago57:13

57:13

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with stars Of "The 4:30 Movie" (Austin Zajur, Nicholas Cirillo, Reed Northrup & Siena Agudong), legendary bassist Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, David Lee Roth, Talas), "Happy Days" stars Don Most and Anson Williams and "Charlie Tango" director Simon Boisvert.. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Divorce and Second Marriages 51:29

4M ago51:29

51:29

Brian discusses the importance of Long-term care planning for couples getting a divorce and 2nd marriages.By Brian Ott, RICP, CTLC

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Tom Morello + Less Than Jake's Chris DeMakes + Calum Ross + Paul Higgins + Ariel Vromen 57:40

4M ago57:40

57:40

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine, Audioslave, Prophets Of Rage), Less Than Jake guitarist/vocalist Chris DeMakes, "Betrayed" stars Calum Ross and Paul Higgins and "1992" director/cowriter Ariel Vromen. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Small Plans Matter 52:01

5M ago52:01

52:01

Brian discusses assessing the cost of care and how much coverage you may need.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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The Braxtons + Nicky Whelan + Hoji Fortuna + Luis Gerardo Mendez + Jerry Douglas 56:18

5M ago56:18

56:18

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Trina and Towanda Braxton of "The Braxtons," actress Nicky Whelan, actor Hoji Fortuna, actor/producer Luis Gerardo Méndez and 16-time GRAMMY winner Jerry Douglas. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Cast Of "Women In Blue" + Hootie & The Blowfish's Mark Bryan + Charlotte Kirk + Joe Hendry + Steve Cropper 57:53

5M ago57:53

57:53

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast and crew from Apple TV's "Women In Blue" (Ximena Sariñana, Bárbara Mori, Fernando Rovzar), Hootie & The Blowfish's Mark Bryan, actress and producer Charlotte Kirk, wrestler and musician Joe Hendry, and legendary guitarist Steve Cropper. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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It’s Your Money 52:01

5M ago52:01

52:01

Brian discusses options on getting your money back if you don’t use your plan for long-term care services.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Other Benefits 52:01

5M ago52:01

52:01

Brian explains why long-term care insurance is more than money.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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VALÉ + Cast Of "The Code" + Cast Of "Women In Blue" 57:44

5M ago57:44

57:44

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with singer VALÉ, cast and crew from "The Code" (Dasha Nekrasova, Peter Vack, Eugene Kotlyarenko) and "Women In Blue" stars Amorita Rasgado and Natalia Téllez. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Tax Deferral and LTC 52:01

5M ago52:01

52:01

Brian dives into how important tax considerations are in long-term care planning and building wealth.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Cast & Crew Of "Women In Blue" + Hootie And The Blowfish's Mark Bryan 57:53

5M ago57:53

57:53

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast and crew from Apple TV's "Women In Blue" (Ximena Sariñana, Bárbara Mori, Fernando Rovzar) and Hootie and The Blowfish's Mark Bryan. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Home Care vs Facility 52:01

5M ago52:01

52:01

Brian discusses where you can receive care and how long-term care insurance helps you age in place.By Brian Ott, RICP, CLTC

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Cory Marks + Toby Gad + Micki Free 57:40

6M ago57:40

57:40

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with musician Cory Marks, award-winning songwriter Toby Gad, and guitar hero Micki Free. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz