Best BvR Podcasts (2024)

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Anywhere, Anytime: The Story of Liam Martin's 8-Figure Remote SaaS Journey 34:22

10M ago34:22

34:22

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Liam Martin about his journey into remote work, the success of Time Doctor, and the narrative around "returning to work". They discuss the benefits, challenges, and financial implications of remote work, as well as brand advocacy and global team management. The conversation also touches on personal and corpo…

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Breaking Through the Starving Artist Mentality with Bree Noble 22:34

10M ago22:34

22:34

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Bree Noble about surviving as a freelance musician, the 'starving artist' mindset, and the necessity of business skills. Bree shares advice on diversifying income and using other skills to fuel a music career. They also discuss her podcast, 'Women of Substance', and the challenges musicians face when transit…

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The Godfather of Unreasonable Success: Marx Acosta-Rubio 42:40

11M ago42:40

42:40

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Marx Acosta-Rubio about his entrepreneurial journey, marketing strategies, and overcoming personal and business failures. They delve into concepts of fluid and crystallized intelligence, the power of belief change, and the importance of doing what you love. The episode concludes with an introduction to the B…

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Tia Lumarque: The Real Struggles of Scaling a Company 28:34

11M ago28:34

28:34

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Tia Lumarque about her venture, Order of the Bookish. They delve into its origin, unexpected success, and future plans. They discuss the impact of technology on publishing and reading habits, services for indie authors, and the challenges of getting books into libraries. Tia Lumarque is a Book Publisher and …

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JR Spear: How Business Owners Can Survive an Ambush 34:52

11M ago34:52

34:52

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with JR Spear about his transition from a military career to becoming a successful business coach. They discuss Spear's experiences in Iraq, how they influenced his business mindset, and his journey to starting a martial arts school. Spear also shares insights on sales and marketing training, and the significance…

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CJ Stratte: How On the Move's Trucking Fleet Became the 4th Largest in America 22:05

11M ago22:05

22:05

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with C J Stratte, from On the Move Trucking, about their branding strategies, organic marketing, and business model. They discuss the company's expansion into real estate, the impact of the pandemic on the self-storage industry, and their new software developments. CJ Stratte is the CEO of On the Move, a turn-key…

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David Asarnow Has Big Deal Energy, How About YOU?! 28:34

11M ago28:34

28:34

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with David Asarnow about the concept of 'big deal energy' in business. They discuss the importance of brand identity, knowing your audience, and maintaining company culture in remote work setups. They also delve into strategies for business growth, acquiring ideal clients in the digital era, and the role of podca…

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Mary Kathryn Johnson: What NOT to do to Create Your Next-Figure Brand Voice 28:01

12M ago28:01

28:01

In this episode, Hersh Rephun talks with Mary Katheryn Johnson about her personal journey in business, her transition to agency work, and how she navigated her business during the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the concept of next figure brand, the shift towards genuine video content, and how to infuse a founder's personality into marketing a SaaS…

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Optimizing and Humanizing Marketing Materials with George Huff and Opal 24:36

12M ago24:36

24:36

This episode features George Huff, founder of Oval, discussing his journey starting a software company, the importance of company culture, and the relationship between culture and brand. They delve into the non-linear path of company growth, strategies to overcome stagnation, and how to make marketing impactful for large organizations. As CEO of Op…

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From YouTube Ads to Youth in Business, with Benjamin Jones 22:54

12M ago22:54

22:54

In this episode, Hersh Rephun speaks with Benjamin Jones, the mind behind Titan Marketer and his project, Youth And Business. They discuss teaching business skills to kids, personal branding, and strategies for scaling businesses. They also delve into the challenges of Facebook advertising and Jones' unique approach to achieving significant growth.…

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This Goes to 11: Sean Mullens is Causing a Pickle Riot! 54:01

12M ago54:01

54:01

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Sean Mullens about his disruptive marketing approach and his new venture, Pickle Riot. They delve into the history of Pickleball, its post-pandemic appeal, and how it bridges age and cultural gaps. Sean shares about his career shift, the creation of Pickle Riot, and how AI impacts the creative industry. They…

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Stephen Dobos: The Infinite Business of Continuous Improvement 38:01

12M ago38:01

38:01

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Stephen Dobos about the Silva Method. They delve into brand impact, the role of intuition in business, and creating real value for people. They discuss the importance of both in-person and online events, word-of-mouth marketing, and brain balance for performance. Stephen also shares his plans for expanding t…

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Kute Blackson and The Magic of Surrender 31:22

12M ago31:22

31:22

Hersh Rephun delves into Kute Blackson's life journey, from his early years to establishing a TV show and discovering his purpose in India. The conversation uncovers Hersh's doubts about motivational speakers, Kute's appreciation for his journey, and the significance of branding, trust, and integrity in constructing his brand. Additionally, they di…

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A Word with the Wizard: The Art of Being Steve D. Sims 33:56

1y ago33:56

33:56

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Steve D. Sims about understanding client needs, the evolution of his brand, and the importance of authenticity in business. They also discuss transitioning from financial goals to personal ones, maintaining high standards, misconceptions about success, and effective time management. Forbes and Entrepreneur c…

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Sales Maven Nikki Rausch on Selling Without the Sleaze 24:34

1y ago24:34

24:34

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Nikki Rausch about her business journey, the growth of Sales Maven, and her unique sales philosophy. They discuss Nikki's Strive 5 list technique, the importance of rapport in sales, and how to increase the lifetime value of clients. They also delve into the challenges of digital age communication and the ro…

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Larry Mercado_ A $100M Success Story Goes Back to School & Goes BOLD 40:14

1y ago40:14

40:14

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with entrepreneur Larry Mercado. They discuss the rise of Mercom, its evolution, and Mercado's transition to the cannabis industry with Bold Biologics. They also touch on expansion strategies, the inception of global digital marketing company Napkin, and lessons learned from business failures. "You have to sort o…

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Winning on Every Level with Carolyn Wilman 47:20

1y ago47:20

47:20

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Carolyn Wilman, the Contest Queen. They delve into the inception of Contest Queen and Idea Majesty, Carolyn's work with Helene Hadsell, and her third business, Words for Winning. They discuss sweepstakes misconceptions and growth strategies for Contest Queen, examine the future of Words for Winning, and expl…

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Ross Youngs Has the Molecular Cancer Moonshot. Now He Just Needs the Sound Bite. 33:25

1y ago33:25

33:25

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Ross Youngs, BioSorsha's founder and CEO, about the challenge of communicating complex scientific concepts and branding. They discuss the role of AI chatbots, ARPA-H funding, and addressing urgent issues like climate change. Ross shares insights on capturing attention, dealing with external forces in science…

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The Brand Voice of Reason & Safe Money: Kris Miller 15:21

1y ago15:21

15:21

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Kris Miller, delving into her approach to wealth management and branding. They discuss the concept of "safe money", changes in the financial system, and the importance of financial education. Kris also shares her unique financial fitness strategy and offers listeners access to free strategy sessions. I'm gon…

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From Broke & Stuck to 7 Figures+ with Chris Felton 25:36

1y ago25:36

25:36

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Chris Felton about his journey, his book "Think and Grow You", and his vision of reaching 10 million people. They discuss commitment, overcoming fear, self-sabotage, brand voice, and the link between personal growth and helping others. When I asked Chris Felton what his business is, his answer was simple: "S…

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Selling the Truth in Multiple Dimensions with George King 44:13

1y ago44:13

44:13

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with George King about the intersection of finance and technology in branding, the importance of authentic value, and the role of personal branding. They delve into the future of AI in business, stakeholder management, and reimagining brand strategy. George King has developed a personal brand that unites finance …

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7-Figure Mom Amanda Wittenborn Weathers Storms & Rainbows by Getting Creative 20:53

1y ago20:53

20:53

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Amanda Wittenborn, founder of Amanda Creation. They discuss her transition from digital to physical products, managing a team, financial evolution, and the impact of COVID-19 on her business. Amanda also shares her future prospects and advice for entrepreneurs. Stay-at-home Mom Amanda Wittenborn Built a 7-fi…

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Changing Your Message AND Your Strategy with Dr. Barrett Matthews 8:30

1y ago8:30

8:30

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Dr. Barrett Matthews of Media Boss Pro about his major messaging challenges and the 'next figure' concept. They discuss the importance of core values in messaging, Barrett's role as World Civility Ambassador, the role of kindness in brand building, and the value of long-term business relationships. Dr. Barre…

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Yasir Hashmi: The world's youngest venture capitalist wants you to succeed on purpose 16:43

1y ago16:43

16:43

In this episode, Hersh Rephun welcomes entrepreneur Yasir Hashmi. They discuss Yasir's entrepreneurial journey, his approach to resource utilization, the power of media leveraging, and his unconventional book selling tactics. Yasir also shares his insights on the importance of commitment, purpose, and reading good books. The fact that Yasir Hashmi'…

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What's EBIDTA Spelled Forwards? ELUMYNT (Welcome William Harris to BVR!) 12:26

1y ago12:26

12:26

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with William Harris, founder of Element Growth Agency. They discuss the challenges of maintaining a unique brand message, the evolution of a company's voice with revenue growth, and how to incorporate humor into brand messaging. To help us kick off BRAND VOICE RUNWAY, I sat down with special guest William Harris,…

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Appit Ventures' Amanda Moriuchi Reconnects Tech to Humans 29:36

1y ago29:36

29:36

In this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Amanda Moriuchi, CEO of Appet Ventures, about the human element in tech and entrepreneurship. They discuss the future of Appet Ventures, the impact of privacy laws on app development, and the shift from Facebook to owned technologies. They also explore the challenges of email for audience engagement, the rol…

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Final Episode & Look Back 53:53

2y ago53:53

53:53

Sticking with our original plan, this is the 26th and final episode of the F-14 Tomcast. We change it up for this episode, with “Jell-O” Aiello of the Fighter Pilot Podcast interviewing hosts “Crunch” Snyder and “Bio” Baranek. We discuss favorite part of the podcast series, missed opportunities, and more. In addition, we present the results of the …

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F-14 Sunset 1:05:45

2y ago1:05:45

1:05:45

All good things come to an end, and so it was with the Tomcat’s US Navy service. The end came in 2006, when the final Navy F-14 squadron -- VF-31 Tomcatters – shut down their F-14Ds for the last time. There’s a lot more to the story than the Tomcat Sunset ceremony at NAS Oceana and a final flight, such as the final deployment and behind-the-scenes …

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Op. Iraqi Freedom 1:36:00

2y ago1:36:00

1:36:00

Coalition combat returned to Iraq in 2003 with Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). Among US Navy forces were the Bounty Hunters of VF-2, which brought F-14D Tomcats to the fight. This episode goes into detail on the big fighter’s performance in a challenging threat environment. Our guests are former Tomcat pilot “Grumpy” Kimberly and RIO “Boog” Denneny,…

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Op. Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) 1:11:59

2y ago1:11:59

1:11:59

In response to the 9/11 attacks, American and coalition forces commenced combat operations in Afghanistan (and other locations), with conventional operations commencing 7 October 2001. It was an incredible period in recent history, and our guest was a key participant. We talk to former F-14 RIO Mike Peterson, callsign “Tung,” about what it was like…

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Charged with Murder. 10:32

2y ago10:32

10:32

Nearly 8 years ago, Kirra's life was violently cut short. Today, her partner at the time was charged with her murder. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/beenham-valley-road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Combat Phoenix Shot 1:04:19

2y ago1:04:19

1:04:19

The AIM-54 Phoenix missile was a major part of the F-14 program: it affected the Tomcat’s design and was the weapon that gave the Tomcat its unique and most impressive capabilities. During the Tomcat’s three-plus decades of service with the US Navy, however, American crews had only three combat Phoenix launches, and none of them were successful. Ou…

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Air Show Demo 1:24:13

2y ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Sure, you’ve seen an air show -- and the lucky ones have seen a Tomcat demonstration, or demo – but you will be amazed at what it took to train for the performance and what it was like to fly a show in the big fighter! Learn about the importance of crew coordination; guidelines for air shows, including distance from the crowd, altitude; the scary m…

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"Speed & Angels" -- the Movie 1:07:04

2+ y ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Aviation movie fans are likely familiar with the movie “Speed & Angels,” a documentary that was released in 2008 and still gets high praise for its scenes of fighter aviation as well as its realism. The film follows two upcoming F-14 pilots in training, reveals their life stories and dreams, and continues as they enter the fleet. Our guests are one…

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"Top Gun" -- the Movie 1:48:45

2+ y ago1:48:45

1:48:45

One of the stars of the 1986 movie “Top Gun” was the F-14 Tomcat, and we dig deep into what it took to create this memorable film. From the canopy-to-canopy scene, tower fly-by, and low-altitude flights over the desert, filming Top Gun required careful coordination and skillful performance from all involved, including the Navy aviators, camera oper…

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Adversaries: Tomcats vs Kfirs 1:05:06

2+ y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

The US Navy maintained a robust force of adversaries to provide air-to-air training for its fighter squadrons in the 1970s and 1980s, proving that it really had learned from its experience in Vietnam. Our guest was a Tomcat pilot who served as an adversary, flying the A-4 Skyhawk and the F-21 Kfir – an Israeli product based on the sleek Mirage 5, w…

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Aviation Electronics Technicians (ATs) 1:11:57

2+ y ago1:11:57

1:11:57

The AWG-9 radar was one of the systems that made the Tomcat a remarkable fighter when it was introduced. It had exceptional range and multi-shot capability but required specialized maintenance to operate at full capability. We talk to two former Aviation Electronics Technicians – ATs in Navy rating language – who give us a different perspective on …

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Tomcats over Kosovo 1:22:36

2+ y ago1:22:36

1:22:36

The Tomcat’s debut as a precision strike-fighter came in 1999 with NATO Operation Allied Force in Kosovo. We talk to a former F-14 RIO who played a key role in the Tomcat’s successful performance and reveals unexpected episodes from combat missions. Our guest, retired Rear Admiral Dell “Snapper” Bull, deployed with VF-14 aboard the USS Theodore Roo…

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The Air Force F-15 Pilot who Flew the F-14 1:32:12

2+ y ago1:32:12

1:32:12

The F-14 and F-15 were developed only a few years apart, and their intended missions had many overlaps, so a rivalry was only natural. We talk to a USAF F-15C pilot who was assigned to a Navy F-14A squadron for an exchange tour and provides wide-ranging and entertaining comments on squadron environment, training, and other topics – as well as the f…

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Night Eyes for the Tomcat 1:02:44

2+ y ago1:02:44

1:02:44

US Navy carrier aviation underwent significant changes in the 1990s, with retirement of several types and debate over the future. A team of visionaries realized that the F-14 Tomcat would be much more valuable if it could improve its multi-mission performance and do it quickly – and got to work adapting the Air Force LANTIRN* system to make the Tom…

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Rig the Barricade! 1:07:23

2+ y ago1:07:23

1:07:23

US Navy aircraft carrier ops are a series of complex and challenging events for the pilot, RIO or other crew, and shipboard personnel. There is a back-up for almost everything, and the ultimate backup is a barricade recovery. We talk to a pilot and RIO about their night barricade recovery while flying with VF-2 aboard the USS Ranger in 1989. Pager …

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F-14 Tomcats in Desert Storm 1:21:05

2+ y ago1:21:05

1:21:05

Operation Desert Storm, which started in January 1991, was a landmark in modern warfare and the F-14 Tomcat made some important contributions. Former F-14 pilot “Fuzzy” Matheson and RIO “Woodie” Wood, who flew combat missions with VF-84 aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt, talk about taking the big fighter into combat. Fuzzy and Woodie share fascinat…

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F-14D Combat Systems 1:44:52

2+ y ago1:44:52

1:44:52

The F-14D Tomcat introduced a host of new combat systems: APG-71 radar, Infrared Search and Track (IRST), and more. We interview combat-experienced F-14D RIO “Fun” Mhley to get the scoop on how they increased combat effectiveness of the Tomcat's ultimate version; it was a lot more than just an improved radar! This episode also includes several anno…

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Photo Reconnaissance Tomcats 1:23:28

2+ y ago1:23:28

1:23:28

The photo reconnaissance mission required a high level of aircrew proficiency, and could be as challenging and exciting as any TACAIR missions. The F-14 performed “recce” using TARPS – a massive pod on the Tomcat’s belly that carried multiple cameras – for much of its career. We interview RIOs from early and later in the TARPS program, “Rooter” Roo…

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2+ y ago4:58

4:58

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Flying the F-14D "Super Tomcat" 1:21:13

2+ y ago1:21:13

1:21:13

This episode gives you the full story of the F-14D, sometimes known as the Super Tomcat, as only “Jungle” Jones can tell it! The D-model Tomcat brought powerful engines and many other improved systems to the fight, and our guest is enthusiastically reports on their effectiveness. Jungle was an F-14D pilot and Topgun instructor, and takes us into hi…

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End of Year Bonus - December 2021 38:26

2+ y ago38:26

38:26

Crunch and Bio tell the stories behind their callsigns and answer questions: Fuzzbusters, fuel ladders, switching between the Tomcat and Hornet, and more! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/f-14_tomcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy BVR Productions

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Tomcat Ordnancemen 1:29:59

2+ y ago1:29:59

1:29:59

Hot steel on target, on time. That’s the difference between a strike fighter feared by the enemy and a parade aircraft. The men who enable that mission effectiveness are Aviation Ordnancemen, who proudly call themselves “Ordies.” In this wild episode we interview two Ordies who embody the professionalism and fighting spirit of the rating: Randy Zei…

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Filming "The Final Countdown" 1:03:16

3y ago1:03:16

1:03:16

The first big-screen appearance of the F-14 was in the 1980 sci-fi adventure “The Final Countdown,” which has gained fans and respect as the years go by. We get the full story from a former Tomcat pilot who flew many of the memorable scenes in this Tomcat classic. Al “Shoes” Mullen was a lieutenant in VF-84 who had recently completed the Navy’s TOP…

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Developing the FAC-A Mission in the F-14 1:12:20

3y ago1:12:20

1:12:20

After twenty years of strictly air-to-air missions, the F-14 community embraced air-to-ground, including the challenging role of Forward Air Controller – Airborne (FAC-A). This episode addresses the Tomcat’s performance in FAC-A as well as the big picture of this demanding mission. A former F-14 pilot, retired Captain Paul “PK” Averna was an instru…

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