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Welcome to the Digital Desperados Podcast featuring Dark Tales from the Web with Patrick McMurphy. Patrick brings his Irish story telling origins into the limelight as he highlights the Dark Tales of Digital Desperados from around the globe. Cyber Criminal masterminds who are world renowned. Listen in and be prepared to be amazed and intrigued. This podcast is Brought to you by SaferNet VPN.
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Here at Fun Kids we have some of the best guests popping by to have a bit of a chat. We do know that you can’t ALWAYS be listening to Fun Kids so we’ve made this podcast so you can get all the latest interviews downloaded automatically to your phone or tablet!
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Welcome to The BRAVE ON VIDEO Podcast, the go-to resource for coaches, consultants, and experts aiming to master camera confidence and enhance their video content skills. Each episode is packed with valuable tips and insights on using video effectively to grow your business and reach a wider audience. We cover everything from developing your presence on camera to leveraging the power of video in marketing strategies.
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Alex Forbes has built Lane17 Custom Cabinetry to +$1.5M revenue. They have great sales momentum and are really hitting their stride in ops to be able to keep scaling, but the business today might not be worth enough to temp Alex to sell. We discuss what size he might want to grow to, how hard this industry is vs other businesses, and the possibilit…
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Explore the story of Vladimir Drinkman, a notorious Russian hacker. This digital desperado gained expertise in SQL injections and formed a hacking crew that executed long-term cyber-attacks, including the massive breaches of TJX Companies and Heartland Payment Systems. Drinkman and his team infiltrated databases, stole credit card information, and …
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In this episode, we are chatting with Sydney Montgomery, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and the founder of Barrier Breakers®, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access to higher education for BIPOC and marginalized students. Sydney’s story is a testament to the power of consistent content creation, faith, and dedication. She shares how …
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Bex got chatting to Bryony Pearce about Hannah Messenger and the Gods of Hockworld a funny fantasy story learning that the real power is in the friends you make as Hannah and her friends have protect the powers of the Gods of Olympus Remember to tune in to Bex on the Book Worms Podcast every other Wednesday via the Fun Kids App See omnystudio.com/l…
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Craig Hausz has grown a fantastic accounting firm and wealth management firm, CMH Advisors, with his wife Michelle. They've recently landed on the Inc5000 list for all their growth the last few years; they've also successfully completed six firm acquisitions. This Inspired Or Acquired episode is a fun discussion of the differences in valuation for …
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Austin Linney shares a wild, winding journey of buying an HVAC business that involves huge risk, shady characters, and quickly growing it by +300% within 2 years. Austin Linney on X: https://twitter.com/AustinLinney Clint Fiore on X: https://twitter.com/ClintFiore Patrick Dichter on X: https://twitter.com/patrickdichter…
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Welcome back to Part 2 in the Julian Assange story! This episode gets into the nitty gritty, discussing key WikiLeaks leaks, ranging from the Peruvian oil scandal to hundreds of thousands of classified war logs that the public was never meant to see. Not to mention the huge impact WikiLeaks had on the 2016 elections, leaking confidential emails fro…
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Lauren Coleman is a powerhouse entrepreneur, designer, and mom. She's bought and renovated two motels in Colorado, and has plans for more. Her holding company, The Sursy, is a mix of hospitality brands, retail concepts, and real estate development. We dive into all the adversity and challenges she's overcome to make things happen and the $30M plan …
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In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking with Jasmyn Quianna Adams, a former clinical researcher turned self-love coach and motivational speaker. Jasmyn’s incredible journey highlights how overcoming fears and embracing authenticity on camera can lead to profound personal and professional transformations. What We Talk About: Jasmyn's transi…
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Bex got chatting to the amazing Cathy Fitzgerald about Pinch Perkins and the Midsummer Curse which is about a 12-year old living in the deep of London's magical quarter but when her mum is struck by a curse she has to find a cure in a race against the clock, Remember to tune in to Bex on the Book Worms Podcast every other Wednesday via the Fun Kids…
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In this episode of Digital Desperados, Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins (CEO of SaferNet VPN) begin to explore the fascinating and controversial life of Julian Assange. We look at the early life events that led Julian to become a self-taught computer whiz. As usual, he quickly started getting into trouble as Assange crept further…
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Bex got chatting to the amazing Liz Kessler about her latest release Code Name Kingfisher where Liv finds a secret box from her grandmother’s childhood she uncovers an extraordinary war-time story of bravery, betrayal and daring defiance. A story that will change Liv and her family forever. Remember to tune in to Bex on the Book Worms Podcast every…
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Dustin Keller bought a small auto repair business at 19 in Columbus, Ohio. Since then he's grown Alpha Automotive to 9 locations through acquisitions and organic growth. This year he's on pace for over $12M in revenue, and he also owns the real estate at each location. The interview is a great example of compounding, intentional growth, and buildin…
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In this episode, we are chatting with Lashunda Patrick, a content creator turned corporate trainer. Lashunda's inspiring story highlights how leveraging video content and an online presence can open doors to new and rewarding career opportunities. From building a thriving YouTube channel and blog to transitioning into a successful corporate role, L…
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Peter Lohmann has built a great property management business in Columbus, Ohio that does nearly $3M in revenue and only takes 15 hours/week of his time these days. We discuss that journey, how much EOS has helped, and what it could sell for. Peter Lohmann on X: https://twitter.com/pslohmann EOS: https://www.eosworldwide.com/ Clint Fiore on X: https…
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Imagine an attack that takes down the internet! Three teenagers in the US created Mirai to try to get established in the cybersecurity world, but it turned into a monster. Their tool infected millions of internet devices like cameras and routers, turning them into an army. This "botnet" launched attacks that overwhelmed websites, causing huge inter…
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Bex got chatting to the amazing Iona Rangeley chatting about the third installment in the Einstein The Penguin series - The Case of the Polar Poachers, Imogen springs into action as penguins start to go missing from the wild. Could old adversaries be behind the random disappearances? With the help of their old friend, Einstein, it’s time for Imogen…
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In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Kenniqua Jones, an entrepreneur dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs through strategic website design and streamlined workflows. As the CEO of K&D Jones Client Services LLC, Kenniqua brings her expertise in Squarespace website design, HoneyBook, and business development to the forefront, …
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Bex got chatting to the amazing Alastair Campbell about AC talks Politics - where he is trying to empower and introduce to politics that every young person needs right now. Yes that really is Politics made fun! Remember to tune in to Bex on the Book Worms Podcast every other Wednesday via the Fun Kids App See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…
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Alan Pentz has grown his government contracting business to $35M in revenue. It hans't been easy and he's stalled out at some previous stages. But he has his sights on a very big exit in a few years and knows what it'll take to get there. Alan Pentz on X: https://twitter.com/apentz Small Business Mentor newsletter: https://www.smallbusinessmentor.c…
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Today on the Digital Desperados Podcast, the gang dive into the story of Ross Ulbricht, better known on the dark web as the Dread Pirate Roberts. Born in Austin, Texas, Ulbricht was a bright student and even an Eagle Scout who became obsessed with libertarianism during his college years. This obsession led him to create the Silk Road, an anonymous …
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George caught up wiith the amazing musician and comedian Bill Bailey chatting all about All Access Arts week - a nationwide arts week for primary schools and his Musical Masterclass: Kids Special which will be airing on TV this week. Remember to tune in to Fun Kids Meets every week for more exclusive interviews See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…
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In today’s episode, I dive into the details of how I made $15,000 from a 45-minute workshop, sharing my personal experiences and insights on the power of speaking in smaller, more intimate settings rather than always aiming for the big stage. I discuss the importance of building a strong visual brand, leveraging relationships, and being intentional…
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Dr. Bob Ledda has built an incredible fishing lodge in Alaska, All Alaska Outdoors. The world class fishing, bear viewing, and remote access has made them famous - as evidenced by a recent viral YouTube video from Wild Fly with +2.2M views. We discuss how the business continues to grow, what it could be worth, and if Dr Bob would sell soon. The lod…
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Bex got chatting to the amazing Jennifer Bell about Magicalia: Race of Wonders is a spectacular new fantasy series inspired by astronomy, science and Pokémon – think mysterious riddles, ancient meteorites, magical gadgets, curious science and child heroes who won't take no for an answer! Remember to tune in to Bex on the Book Worms Podcast every ot…
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In today’s episode, I share the major mistakes I made on my YouTube channel and how I plan to fix them in 2024. I also explain the importance of sharing personal experiences and embracing your unique story to connect with your audience, how to overcome the fear of trying new things and the power of storytelling in content creation. What We Discuss …
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This Digital Desperados episode explores Roman Seleznev, a hacker who amassed a fortune through stolen credit cards. Born in 1984, Roman's life took a dark turn after his parents divorced when he was young. Tragedy struck again at 17 with his mother's death, followed by his uncle seizing their belongings. It was at a computer hardware store that Ro…
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On this episode of Inspired Or Acquired we have the Eversite founders. Joe Benson and Rob Benson have been in digital marketing for +15 years. They're created Eversite, which is a fast growing 'website as a service subscription' that has happy customers, recurring revenue and great margin. As they keep growing it becomes an ideal target for busines…
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of business tech and automation with Tanesha Halstead, a Business Tech Strategist, Coach, and Course Creator. With a background in simplifying administrative tasks through technology, Tanesha brings over 15 years of expertise to the table, helping small business owners save time and money by operating mo…
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In this episode, we chat with Keenya Kelly, CEO of Keenya Kelly LLC, a Vertical Video Marketing & Consulting agency in San Diego, CA. With an audience of over 500,000 and a track record of generating over $1 million through vertical video marketing, Keenya is a powerhouse in helping business owners develop and market their strategies. Today, she sh…
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Josh Hall successfully sold a web design agency in 2020. Since then he's been creating podcasts, courses and community to help other web designers grow their business. Clint gives a valuation, and we look ahead at a 5 year forecast. We also discuss his pivot in the last year to a paid community model and the decision to create the Web Designer Pro …
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This week's Digital Desperados serves up a side of "accidental hacking" with Guccifer, the hacker who makes social media security questions look like a joke. This guy used Google and a thirst for fame to waltz into the accounts of the rich, famous, and powerful like they were unlocked doors. Colin Powell's emails? Exposed. Rockefellers' secrets? Sp…
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