Best Municibid Podcasts (2024)

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The Municibid Team Celebrates 18 Years of Quirkiness, Innovation, and Growth 46:35

16h ago46:35

46:35

In this special episode of the Municibid Podcast, the Municibid team comes together to celebrate the company's 18th anniversary. Founder and CEO Greg Berry is joined by Jackie Blaskovich, Jameel Farruk, Sam Penkacik, and Sophie Eden to share their experiences, favorite memories, and dreams for the future of Municibid. The team reflects on their ini…

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#284: Greg Berry – Government Surplus Auctioneer, Founder of Municibid 40:28

12d ago40:28

40:28

Greg Berry, the Founder and CEO of Municibid and Surplus.com, joins the show to share his journey from city councilman to creating the online government surplus auction marketplace. Hear the most random items ever sold on Municibid, how to manage an online marketplace, whether to focus on buyers or sellers, how to nail a cross-country road trip in …

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#287: Sam Rosen – Coworking Space Pioneer, Co-Founder of Deskpass 46:23

7h ago46:23

46:23

Sam Rosen, the Co-Founder and CEO of Deskpass, joins the show to share his journey from starting a rollerblading delivery service growing up to making coworking spaces easier to reserve than ever. Hear how he started the first coworking space in Chicago, the most creative coworking spaces, how to manage thousands of customers, his favorite lessons …

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Celebrating 8 Years with Municibid: Wildest Auction Items, Competitive Bidding, and Future Dreams with Jackie Blaskovich 27:17

8d ago27:17

27:17

Jackie Blaskovich, Director of Customer Success at Municibid, celebrates her 8th Municiversary (Municibid anniversary). She shares her experiences working with bidders and sellers, the wildest items she's seen up for auction, and her dreams for Municibid's future. Jackie highlights the excitement of watching auctions heat up in the final minutes an…

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#286: Erika De Santi – Group Travel Adventurer, Co-Founder of WeRoad 51:09

2h ago51:09

51:09

Erika De Santi, Co-Founder of WeRoad, joins the show to share her journey from a life-changing trip to Peru to creating the group travel and adventure company used by hundreds of thousands of Millennials. Hear how to design the trip of a lifetime, build a community, embrace Plan B, the most unique trips on WeRoad, and the hardest Italian words to p…

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The Pros and Cons of Buying a Retired Fire Truck 8:28

4d ago8:28

8:28

Greg Berry shares his insights on purchasing retired fire trucks at auction. Berry explores the unique features of these vehicles, the reasons fire departments sell them, and what to consider when buying one for personal or business use. Berry discusses the various types of fire trucks available, from aerial trucks to water tenders, and how they ca…

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#285: Scott Dikkers – The Onion, How to Write Funny 45:44

5d ago45:44

45:44

Scott Dikkers, Founder of The Onion and Bestselling Author of How to Write Funny, joins the show to share his journey from cartoonist to building one of the funniest newspapers and websites in history. Hear the time he got stalked by Saul Goodman, how The Onion comes up with its headlines, how it evolved formats over the years, how to write funny j…

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Government Surplus Trends, Plus PSATS and GPANJ Conference Highlights 28:46

11d ago28:46

28:46

Jameel Farruk uncovers the trends he’s seeing in government surplus and the services for the public sector. He notes the rapid innovation in technology solutions designed to help governments operate smarter, more efficiently, and cost-effectively. He shares highlights from the government conferences he has recently attended and the ones he is looki…

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Empowering Lives Through Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles 45:03

23d ago45:03

45:03

Justin McMinn shares the story of his company, Mobility of Denver, and their mission to provide affordable wheelchair accessible vehicles to individuals and families in need. McMinn and his partners started the business in 2014, initially selling used trucks and vans before recognizing the substantial demand for lower-priced mobility vehicles. In 2…

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#283: Katie Thomson – Baby Food Dietitian, Co-Founder of Square Baby 51:31

20d ago51:31

51:31

Katie Thomson, the Co-Founder and CEO of Square Baby, joins the show to share her journey from first-ever Nutritionist at Starbucks to creating the only organic baby food offering 100% daily nutrition. Hear how to leave your dream job, come up with fun and delicious flavors, find customers, how we develop taste preferences, and the best flavor comb…

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The Pros and Cons of Buying a Retired Police Car 7:38

1M ago7:38

7:38

Greg Berry explores the advantages and potential drawbacks of purchasing a retired police vehicle at auction. Berry breaks down what sets police cars apart from their civilian counterparts and offers insider tips on what to look for when considering bidding on a decommissioned cop car. Berry also delves into the most iconic police car models throug…

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#282: David Sauers – Toilet King, Co-Founder of Royal Restrooms 41:43

27d ago41:43

41:43

David Sauers, the Co-Founder of Royal Restrooms, joins the show to share his journey from porta-potty horror story to creating the luxury portable restroom franchise across the country. Hear how to differentiate your product and service, find your target customer, start a franchise, unusual fun facts about toilets, and the most notable celebrity we…

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To Protect and Serve: Lessons from Three Decades on Patrol with Michel Kershner 38:10

1M ago38:10

38:10

Michel Kershner provides an illuminating insider's perspective on the realities and challenges of police work. Kershner shares his journey from being inspired by his uncle, a retired Pennsylvania State Police Trooper, to navigating the initial culture shock of entering law enforcement from the Marine Corps. Kershner emphasizes the importance of off…

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#281: Camilla Opperman Morse – Shared Kitchen Gymnast, Founder of Nimbus 48:14

1M ago48:14

48:14

Camilla Opperman Morse, the Founder and CEO of Nimbus, joins the show to share her journey from selling late night grilled cheese and cookie dough to cooking up the innovative shared kitchen company. Hear how to run your business more efficiently, expand to multiple locations, raise funding from angel investors, the best business lessons from gymna…

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Bringing the Hospital to the Scene: How a Surplus Truck Enabled Surgical Response in the Field 25:49

2M ago25:49

25:49

Derrick Hall shares how his non-profit agency, Greater Valley EMS, repurposed a coroner’s office pickup truck into a paramedic response vehicle. Derrick won a 2013 Chevy Silverado truck through a Municibid auction, attracted by the Stryker Power-LOAD stretcher system included, which they transferred to one of their ambulances. With ample storage fo…

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#280: Nicole Smith – Travel Photo Maestro, Founder of Flytographer 51:27

2M ago51:27

51:27

Nicole Smith, the Founder and CEO of Flytographer, joins the show to share her journey from selling her car to stay in business to creating the vacation photo marketplace that’s captured over 4 million memories in nearly 400 cities around the world. Hear how to sleep on a trampoline, turn your side hustle into a full-time business, stay easy to wor…

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Reviving Vintage Fire Sirens in Small-Town America 33:57

2M ago33:57

33:57

Richard Twomey, a structural fire protection engineer, shares his unique passion for locating, restoring, and reinstalling retired Federal Signal fire sirens in towns with volunteer fire departments. Twomey's journey began with winning a 1983 siren from central Pennsylvania at a Municibid auction, which he meticulously restored and donated to the J…

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#279: Peter Rojas – Founder of Gizmodo and Engadget 29:30

2M ago29:30

29:30

Peter Rojas, the Serial Entrepreneur and Founder of Gizmodo and Engadget, joins the show to share his journey from being intrigued by the early days of Wi-Fi to starting some of the most popular tech blogs on the planet. Hear how to decide what to post about, how to grow your audience quickly, the time Peter interviewed Bill Gates, his favorite gad…

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Dad Turns Fire Truck into Tow Rig for Boating Adventures 26:23

2M ago26:23

26:23

Ken Johnson shares his story of purchasing a 2001 Chevy 3500 fire truck from the Cranberry Township Volunteer Fire Department in Pennsylvania. He explains his motivations for wanting a diesel truck to tow his family's boat and why he felt confident bidding on this former fire department vehicle. Ken and his 11-year-old daughter, Tatiana, recount th…

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#278: Aytekin Tank – Automate Your Busywork, Founder of Jotform 56:59

2M ago56:59

56:59

Aytekin Tank, the Founder and CEO of Jotform and Bestselling Author of Automate Your Busywork, joins the show to share his journey from using the school computer on weekends to creating online forms for 20 million users. Hear his Rules on Hiring, Gross Margin, and Productivity, how to scale your business to millions of users, open more offices, and…

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Ambulance to Work Truck Conversion 20:33

2M ago20:33

20:33

Ryan Greene shares the story behind the creation of Kaniksu and how his desire for better internet service led him to start the company. He explains the process of installing wireless antennas and fiber optic connections, highlighting the challenges and opportunities he encountered along the way. Ryan also discusses the unique choice of using an am…

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#277: Andy Hunter – Bookshop Bodyguard, Founder of Bookshop.org 53:46

2M ago53:46

53:46

Andy Hunter, the Founder and CEO of Bookshop.org, joins the show to share his journey from books saving his life as a kid to raising over $30 million for local bookstores. Hear why books and bookshops take you to a magical place, how to set up a B Corp, go head-to-head with a massive competitor like Amazon, go from full-time employee to entrepreneu…

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The Value of Trade Schools: Real-World Skills for In-Demand Careers 24:14

3M ago24:14

24:14

Greg Berry, CEO and Founder of Municibid, shares his unique journey from vocational technical high school to establishing his own business. He discusses the benefits of trade schools, entrepreneurism, and the many opportunities within the trade sector. Greg touches on his experiences and the practical skills he acquired at a vocational technical hi…

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#276: Liz Giorgi – Virtual Product Photography, Co-Founder of soona 41:16

3M ago41:16

41:16

Liz Giorgi, the Co-Founder and CEO of soona, joins the show to share her journey from producing for BTN (Big Ten Network) to making product photoshoots better than ever. Hear how to keep your pricing simple, keep your customers happy, quickly decide what to post on social media, how YouTube has changed over the years, and how Liz has changed as a b…

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Philadelphia Eagles Plow Truck to Cradle of Liberty History: Behind the Scenes with West Norriton Township 18:28

3M ago18:28

18:28

Jason Bobst gives a rare behind-the-scenes look at the intricacies of municipal governance and the forward-thinking strategies for managing township resources. With his deep understanding of public administration, Jason brings to light the dynamic range of services his township provides, along with engaging tales of West Norriton's historical roots…

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#275: David Greschler and Jonah Friedl – Co-Founders of NomadGo 36:07

3M ago36:07

36:07

David Greschler and Jonah Friedl, the Co-Founders of NomadGo, join the show to share their journey from mentor-mentee to reimagining inventory management through computer vision and spatial intelligence. Hear how to stay curious, match your tech to your vision, achieve product-market fit, unboxing the Apple Vision Pro, and the story behind Kirkland…

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Inside the Fleet Management of Springfield Township 21:54

3M ago21:54

21:54

Gene Irvin, Fleet Supervisor of Springfield Township, shares an insider’s view on managing a municipal fleet and the benefits of using online auction platforms for handling government surplus. Gene details the nuances of vehicle maintenance within the township, shares intriguing historical facts about Springfield, and highlights the significant cos…

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#274: Aleks Gosiewski – Seaweed Designer, Co-Founder of Keel Labs 34:17

3M ago34:17

34:17

Aleks Gosiewski, the Co-Founder and COO of Keel Labs, joins the show to share her journey from FIT to creating clothes out of seaweed. Hear why seaweed’s better for the environment, how Keel Labs makes Kelsun fiber, how to learn entrepreneurship and science at the same time, how to stay patient in a long-term business, and a little Bojangles. Conne…

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Family Line Painting Business 7:33

3M ago7:33

7:33

Daniel Oliver shares his unique journey from part-time summer work in a line painting company to establishing his own business in the field alongside his daughter. This family enterprise not only rekindles Oliver's passion for line painting but also serves as a bonding and learning opportunity for the duo. Daniel's story unfolds as he shares the be…

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#273: Bryce Wuori – Construction Meteorologist, Co-Founder of Pavewise 46:43

3M ago46:43

46:43

Bryce Wuori, the Co-Founder and CEO of Pavewise, joins the show to share his journey from growing up in a construction family to using technology to make asphalt paving more efficient than ever. Hear how to introduce something new to an industry, change consumer behavior, celebrate wins, the difference between supper and dinner, and the perks of li…

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Classic Car Enthusiast Shares His First: A 1969 Brush Truck 14:20

4M ago14:20

14:20

Tony Powell talks us through his serendipitous discovery of the auction for the 1969 brush truck from Burton Fire Department, shared by a local news station. Fueled by his affection for old cars, Tony found himself bidding on and winning the vehicle — a process made simple and straightforward through Municibid. Over the course of owning the truck, …

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#272: Haley Moore – Sommelier Entrepreneur, Founder of Acquire 41:58

3M ago41:58

41:58

Haley Moore, the Founder of Acquire, joins the show to share her journey from sommelier at top San Francisco restaurants to bringing people together through food and wine across the globe. Hear how to pronounce sommelier, how to keep your business organized, how much to work on vacation, Haley’s favorite hangover cure, and where to find unicorn win…

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Running a Cat Hotel and Peanuts Movie Showings 20:15

4M ago20:15

20:15

Rob Kelsey dives into the heartwarming story of how adversity led to entrepreneurship and community bonding in Upstate New York. The conversation reveals the intersection of personal challenges, passion for pets, and the creative use of municipal government auctions to catalyze business growth and local community events. Discover the inspiring jour…

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#271: Cyrus Claffey – Intercom Iterator, Founder of ButterflyMX 52:57

3M ago52:57

52:57

Cyrus Claffey, the Founder and Executive Chairman of ButterflyMX, joins the show to share his journey from Hawker at the Ren Faire to revolutionizing the intercom for apartment buildings. Hear how to iterate your product, declunkify your industry, find the right customers to pitch to, decide which ideas are worth pursuing, and some Show and Tell. C…

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