Best Russie Podcasts (2024)

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248. Burton Ishmael, Front Of House Engineer 53:37

11h ago53:37

53:37

In Episode 248, the hosts visit with front of house engineer Burton Ishmael, who is currently mixing Madonna’s global Celebration tour, and learn about how the artist sought him out after hearing him mix Post Malone, the latest in a list of A-List hip-hop and R&B acts on his resume that also includes Lil Baby, Nas, Big Sean, Miguel, and H.E.R., and…

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S2-E3 : Pau Capell & Laya Viñas 45:27

2d ago45:27

45:27

Today, Spanish elite runner Pau Capell, winner of the UTMB 2019 and four-time winner of the Transgrancanaria, meets Laya Viñas, a young Peruvian runner based in Paris. Together they talk about the essence of their passion for trail running, the balance of their lifestyle and homemade electronic music. We hope you’ll enjoy this moment where their pa…

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247. A Visit To RCF, Fun In Italy & The Importance Of Taking A Break 48:54

7d ago48:54

48:54

In Episode 247, the co-hosts catch up after Sean returns from his first vacation since starting his company. Sean fills Andy in on turning a trip to visit the RCF factory into a vacation for his entire family. He gives a recap of his awesome time visiting the factory and seeing how the loudspeakers he’s bought for his company are made and tested, p…

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S2-E03 : Pau Capell & Laya Viñas 3:19

8d ago3:19

3:19

A new episode is coming soon: Spanish elite runner Pau Capell, winner of the UTMB 2019, meets Laya Viñas, a young Peruvian runner based in Paris. Here's a sneak peek while you wait for the full episode to be released. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths is a UTMB World Series podcast. Each month two athletes, one elite and one amateur, meet…

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Episode 21: Darren Nichols, Columnist, Detroit Free Press & Founder, DNick Media 48:55

9d ago48:55

48:55

Darren Nichols' resilience is special. He’s been a journalist in Detroit, Michigan for three decades and in 2014 while working on the biggest story in Detroit history, he unexpectedly had a stroke. Darren was down, but not out. His determination and winner’s attitude saw him put in six hour days during rehabilitation – not a common practice. That h…

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246. Finance Ninja & Theatre Nerd Bailie Slevin 1:09:38

22d ago1:09:38

1:09:38

In Episode 246, Sean, Andy and guest co-host Kate Foretek talk with financial advisor Bailie Slevin to get the lowdown on making your money work for you as a freelancer to plan for both the future you expect, and the one you don’t! This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF. A combination of finance ninja and theatre nerd, Bailie is a busin…

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245. Kenny Barnwell On Maintaining Healthy Relationships When Working Away From Home 1:17:04

28d ago1:17:04

1:17:04

Kenny Barnwell joins Andy in Episode 245 to discuss how to nurture and maintain healthy relationships while working away from home. His advice — which even those who don’t tour will find valuable — touches on communication strategies, mutual support and accountability, self-awareness and boundaries, and how to include your family in your life and y…

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S2-E2 : Jonas Russi & Roy van Son 44:53

1M ago44:53

44:53

Today, elite Swiss runner Jonas Russi, winner of the Tor des Géants 2022 and the Lavaredo Ultra-Trail by UTMB 2023, chats with Roy van Son, a passionate Dutch runner based in Zurich. Together, they talk about the place running has in their lives, injuries and what it’s taught them, as well as their passions, including rock’n'roll. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬…

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Jonas Russi & Roy van Son (sneak preview) 3:35

1M ago3:35

3:35

A new episode is coming soon: elite Swiss runner Jonas Russi, winner of the Lavaredo Ultra-Trail by UTMB 2023, chats with Roy van Son, a passionate Dutch runner based in Zurich. Here's a sneak peek while you wait for the full episode to be released. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths is a UTMB World Series podcast. Each month two athletes,…

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244. Continuing The Deep Dive Into Corporate Event Audio 1:05:13

1M ago1:05:13

1:05:13

Picking up where they left off in last time (here), in Episode 244 Sean and Andy continue their roundtable on corporate event audio with Aram Piligian, Brian Maddox, and Michael Curtis. Previously, they looked at the input side of corporate audio, and this time, focus shifts to the outputs — how to balance the needs of the live sound in the room wi…

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243. A Deep Dive Into Mixing Corporate Events 1:00:56

1M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Many of us spend tons of time talking about things like crafting the perfect kick drum or guitar or lead vocal, but in Episode 243, we focus the podcast on another important but less recognized set of “money” inputs — corporate event vocals. In part one of a two-part deep dive into mixing corporate events, Andy and Sean bring together a collection …

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242. Mark Russie, From Long-Time Audio Pro To Inventor/Entrepreneur 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

In Episode 242, Andy and guest host Aram Piligian talk with Mark Russie, who retired from a long career as a Las Vegas-based A1 and A2 to start a small business manufacturing the Lav Magnet and Beltpack Bar, tools he originally invented to make his own life on corporate events easier. Mark shares the story of how, after multiple manufacturers told …

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241. Richard Cadena, “Electricity for the Entertainment Electrician & Technician” 1:24:13

2M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

In a “shocking” Episode 241, Sean and Andy talk with Richard Cadena, author of the book “Electricity for the Entertainment Electrician & Technician” as well as serving as a freelance lighting designer, lighting consultant, and trainer. He’s worked on concert tours, television, and theatre, and has designed dozens of lighting systems for permanent i…

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🇬🇧 S2-E1 : Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz & Fanny Daros 44:00

2M ago44:00

44:00

To kick off this second season, Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz, second in the 2021 UTMB, and winner of the Diagonale des Fous and the Hardrock 100 last year, welcomes Fanny Daros to his home. Together, they discuss their victories, their failures, their physical and mental preparation, their love for travel and discovery, not forgetting the enjoyment of go…

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🇫🇷 S2-E1 : Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz & Fanny Daros 43:59

2M ago43:59

43:59

Pour inaugurer cette deuxième saison, Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz, deuxième de l’UTMB 2021, et vainqueur de la Diagonale des fous et de la Hardrock 100 l’année dernière, accueille chez lui Fanny Daros. Ensemble, ils évoquent leurs victoires, leurs échecs, leur préparation physique et mentale, leur goût du voyage et de la découverte, sans négliger les pl…

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🇬🇧 Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz & Fanny Daros (sneak preview) 3:11

2M ago3:11

3:11

The first episode of the new season is around the corner: Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz, second in the 2021 UTMB, will meet Fanny Daros, a passionate runner. Here's a sneak peek while you wait for the episode to be released. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths is a UTMB World Series podcast. Each month two athletes, one elite and one amateur, meet…

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🇫🇷 Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz & Fanny Daros (extrait) 3:11

2M ago3:11

3:11

Le premier épisode de la nouvelle saison arrive très bientôt : Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz, deuxième de l’UTMB 2021, y rencontrera Fanny Daros, une coureuse passionnée. En voici un extrait en attendant la sortie de l’épisode. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths est un podcast UTMB World Series. Chaque mois, deux coureurs, un élite et un amateu…

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240. Dave Unger, Veteran FOH Engineer/Tour Manager 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

Chicago-based front of house engineer and tour manager Dave Unger joins the show in Episode 240 and talks about his career mixing high-energy world music artists that include Femi Kuti and the Positive Force, Bombino, Sierra Leone Refugee Allstars, and many others at some of the highest profile venues and festivals in the world such as Coachella, t…

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239. Marc Alan, FOH Engineer For The Legendary Jose Feliciano & More 1:10:19

2M ago1:10:19

1:10:19

In Episode 239, the hosts are joined by Marc Alan, front of house engineer for legendary artist Jose Feliciano as well as the production manager and FOH at the Wall Street Theater in Norwalk, CT and the marketing director of Factory Underground Studio. He goes deep on what it’s like working with an artist like Jose at this point of his incredibly l…

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238. Mr. Sean Goes To The NAMM Show 1:00:17

3M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

Last week, while Andy was home in NY catching up on work after a vacation in Iceland, Sean headed to LA (well, Anaheim) to take in the 2024 NAMM Show. In Episode 238, the two catch up — Sean talks about everything he saw and learned at the show, how lessons learned at a trade show translate to how we run live events and shows, getting to meet up wi…

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237. Audio For The Carolina Crown Drum & Bugle Corps 1:12:16

3M ago1:12:16

1:12:16

In Episode 237, four members of the audio team for Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps — Jonathan Yoo, Rosa Westfall, Tyler Hanson and Cole O’Malley — join Andy Leviss to talk about what goes into reinforcing sound for a modern Drum Corps International performance. They provide an in-depth look at the ins and outs of a true “battleground” audio sit…

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236. Pat Brown Of SynAudCon 1:05:59

3M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

It’s time to get our system engineer and designer hats on for Episode 236, as the hosts talk to Pat Brown of SynAudCon and Pro Sound Testing about all things loudspeakers, measurement mics, gain structure, and more. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF. Note: Pat and Brenda Brown are offering a 10 percent discount on any SynAudCon tra…

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235. Suzi Green, Tour Manager & Founder Of The BACK LOUNGE 1:02:13

3M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

In Episode 235, the hosts are joined by Suzi Green, tour manager and founder of The BACK LOUNGE, a peer support group for the live music industry. She talks about her journey out of and back into the music world with a new mission to help make it a better place, creating healthier work environments, mental health first aid, and more. This episode i…

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234. Jim van Bergen, Audio “Renaissance Man” 1:20:53

4M ago1:20:53

1:20:53

Audio “renaissance man” Jim van Bergen joins the show in Episode 234 to talk about his wide-ranging career, including his tenure mixing the Times Square New Year’s Eve broadcasts, serving as front of house engineer for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, recording singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan live, touring with the Metropolitan Opera, mixing th…

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233. ProSoundWeb Podcast Network Holiday Special 2:13:19

4M ago2:13:19

2:13:19

To wrap up the year, the hosts of Signal To Noise and Live Sound Bootcamp joined forces in Episode 233 for an extra special live episode to talk about all things audio — favorite gigs of the year, goals for 2024, fun toys, and a deep dive into console presets, drum mics and processing, in addition to answering listener questions from the live chat!…

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232. TC Furlong, Sound Company Owner & Musician 1:07:15

4M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Chicago-based live audio legend TC Furlong joins the show in Episode 232 and talks about his journey in founding a live audio company that just celebrated its 50th anniversary, his life as a pedal steel player in a one-hit wonder band, and the details of a tool he invented in the 1980s that many of us still use on every single music gig we do nearl…

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S1-E9 : Marianne Hogan & Yvan Cognasse 51:12

4M ago51:12

51:12

In this ninth episode, Canadian runner Marianna Hogan meets Yvan Cognasse, a French runner who is passionate about performance. They spoke about keeping their running and work life separate, how to inspire others and the importance of good coffee. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths is a UTMB World Series podcast. Each month two athletes, o…

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231. Adam Brunetti, Sound Engineer & Much More 1:06:50

4M ago1:06:50

1:06:50

After a brief foray into his time touring the world with monster trucks, sound engineer/lighting designer/production manager/event producer Adam Brunetti joins the show in Episode 231 to talk about producing and mixing the Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series as well as the positive impact small music series and festivals can have on their cities, an…

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230. Shop Moves, FX Racks & Coffee 1:10:49

4M ago1:10:49

1:10:49

In Episode 230, the co-hosts have a post-Thanksgiving catchup on a grab bag of topics, including an upcoming warehouse move, new consoles, and FX rack and reverb/delay settings, in addition to answering some listener questions and “nerding out” about making tastier coffee. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath, RCF, and Rational Acoustics. Epi…

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229. Joe Palermo, Sound Designer For The Polar Express Ride Experience 1:09:54

5M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

In Episode 229 — and just in time for the holidays — the hosts put on their coziest pajamas and grab a virtual cup of hot cocoa with Joe Palermo to talk about his nearly decade-long tenure as the sound designer for the Polar Express Ride Experience, a theatrical production that takes place on fully functional (and moving!) Amtrak trains in the U.S.…

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S1-E8 : Adam Peterman & Louisa Moreau 48:59

5M ago48:59

48:59

In this episode, Adam Peterman, the rising American star of trail running, meets Louisa Moreau, a local runner from Chamonix who spoke about van life, how they have dealt with injuries and running with their dogs." ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths is a UTMB World Series podcast. Each month two athletes, one elite and one amateur, meet an…

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228. Kevin Young, Professional Touring Musician & Audio Writer 1:13:18

5M ago1:13:18

1:13:18

Long-time professional touring musician and Live Sound International/ProSoundWeb writer Kevin Young joins the show in Episode 228 and talks about a range of subjects, including building and maintaining the artist-tech relationship, concert production in the middle of an active war zone in Ukraine, and more. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heat…

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Episode 20: Dear San Diego Interviews James Canning, Host of Flack Talk 52:51

5M ago52:51

52:51

Tony Manolatos and Juan Hernandez, the hosts of Dear San Diego, recently invited me to be a guest on their show. I had a lot of fun talking about my career, cooking, painting, and Michigan summers. I am releasing my interview with Tony and Juan here on Flack Talk in case you want to learn some things about me you didn't know. Below is the Dear San …

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227. Pete Wiejaczka, Events Mix Engineer 1:13:45

5M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Mix engineer, sound designer and technical manager Pete Wiejaczka joins the show in Episode 227 and talks all things corporate/special events, including the importance of client and vendor relationships, putting together the right team for each show, varying responsibilities with different scales of events, transitioning to freelance work after mor…

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226. David Scorteccia, Founder Of Sonnect & Inventor Of The Sound Bullet 1:06:47

6M ago1:06:47

1:06:47

In Episode 226, David Scorteccia, the founder of Sonnect and a veteran sound engineer, joins the show to talk about how his work as a mixer, patch/backline tech, and system designer/SE led him to create the successful Sound Bullet audio tester, including the journey from an on-the-job idea to creating a viable commercial product. He also provides d…

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225. David Stanton, Front Of House Engineer, Tanya Tucker 1:07:57

6M ago1:07:57

1:07:57

David Stanton, currently serving as the front of house engineer for country music icon Tanya Tucker, joins the show in Episode 225 and talks the benefits of being a “weekend warrior” as well as why he continues to work at a small blues bar despite co-owning a production company in addition to touring with a top artist. This episode is sponsored by …

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S1-E7 : Dani Moreno & Benjamin Raffort 48:41

6M ago48:41

48:41

In this seventh episode, Dani Moreno, the American runner who switched tracks for trails around the world, meets Benjamin Raffort, a former ski jumper who found a new connection to the mountains through running. Just before the 2023 Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc week, they spoke about how sport has changed their life for better and worse, how they changed …

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224. Lindsay Jones, Sound Designer, Composer, and Full-Time Traveler 1:28:58

6M ago1:28:58

1:28:58

In Episode 224, theatrical sound designer and composer Lindsay Jones joins the show along with guest host, sound designer and foley artist ien DeNio. They discuss Lindsay’s long history in the theatre world, his role in co-founding the Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association (TSDCA), the loss and restoration of Best Sound Design honors…

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Episode 19: Humberto Gurmilan, Author & Former Telemundo Sports Anchor 42:10

6M ago42:10

42:10

Humberto (Beto) Gurmilan became paralyzed at 15-years-old after diving off his surfboard. It changed his life, but it did not stop him from pursuing and achieving his dream of becoming a journalist. Beto at 24-years-old became a sports anchor at Telemundo San Diego and spent 14 years there behind the news desk in his wheelchair. Waves of Courage Ov…

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223. Katie Karch, Professional Audio Veteran, STN Co-Host & More 1:12:00

6M ago1:12:00

1:12:00

In Episode 223, Sean and Andy turn the mic on Katie Karch, who talks about her journey in the audio world from a start in theatre and local bands to large festivals, theatre tours, and now rocking out of her new home in Nashville. They cover an eclectic range of topics, from working for the historic Dallas-based sound company Crossroads Audio to th…

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222. Josh Penner, Live Mix Engineer Phantogram, Run The Jewels & More 1:17:42

7M ago1:17:42

1:17:42

Touring mix engineer Josh Penner (Phantogram, Run The Jewels, and more) joins the show in Episode 222 to talk about what it takes to be successful on the road and off, what he enjoys about each end of the snake, and how different it is to mix in clubs versus arenas. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath, RCF, and Rational Acoustics. Be sure to…

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Episode 18: Jennifer Kastner, San Diego Business Journal, Reporter 51:35

7M ago51:35

51:35

Award winning journalist and San Diego native Jennifer Kastner after a 17-year career in television news – most recently with ABC 10 in San Diego – decided to try her hand at print journalism, and is now a reporter for the San Diego Business Journal. During this episode we talk with Jennifer about how and why she became an Emergency Medical Technic…

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221. Evan Turunen, Rising Young AV Professional 1:03:26

7M ago1:03:26

1:03:26

In Episode 221, co-hosts Katie Karch and Sean Walker talk with Evan Turunen, a bright rising star in the AV world. Evan shares his journey from middle school student with a single loudspeaker to recent high school graduate with a production company that does 100 events a year as Turunen Audio Visual, based in Southern California. The co-hosts caugh…

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S1-E6 : Martina Valmassoi & Charlotte Durieux 1:01:07

7M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

In this sixth episode, Martina Valmassoi, the Italian runner and photographer who won the TDS 2022, meets Charlotte Durieux, a French runner who's trying to make running a part of her ever-changing life! They spoke about their training, how to balance different sports and learning how to play the guitar." ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths…

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220. Andy Peters, FOH For The Feelies & A Whole Lot More 1:22:01

7M ago1:22:01

1:22:01

In Episode 220, co-hosts Katie Karch and Andy Leviss are joined by guest co-host Ryan O John to interview Andy Peters, front of house engineer for New Jersey-based indie rock band The Feelies in addition to being an astronomy instrumentation developer and long-time ProSoundWeb Live Audio Board denizen. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath, RC…

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219. Sean Walker, Owning A Regional Production Company 1:11:25

7M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

In Episode 219, new co-hosts Andy Leviss and Katie Karch talk with Sean Walker about his journey from being a mortgage broker to owning Audio Engineers Northwest, his own regional sound production company based outside of Seattle, as well as what it takes to run a small business, why he made a loudspeaker transition with his main PA system, and mor…

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Episode 17: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Deborah Brennan, Former County Reporter, San Diego Union-Tribune 46:53

7M ago46:53

46:53

Deborah Brennan, a former County government reporter, at the time of recording had taken a buy-out from the San Diego Union-Tribune, after the paper was purchased by a news conglomerate. Her love of writing at an early age, and the formative writing done at her high school newspaper, along with an uncle who was a columnist propelled Deborah into jo…

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Episode 16: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Ashlyn Lipori-Russie, Former Content Manager, Inewsource 1:00:27

7M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Ashlyn Lipori-Russie, a former content manager for San Diego-based Inewsource, at the time of recording had been laid-off after the non-profit news company she worked for reduced staffing. She says the job at Inewsource was her “dream job” that fell from the sky because it melded her passion for digital content marketing and journalism; and the lay…

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Episode 15: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Bill Shea, Former National Sports Business Reporter, The Athletic 55:17

7M ago55:17

55:17

Bill Shea, a former national sports business reporter for The Athletic, at the time of recording had been laid-off after the news company downsized. A Cleveland, Ohio native, Bill has worn many hats in the newsroom, but writing about the contracts, financial policies, stadium and arena developments, social justice issues and politics of sports cons…

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218. Ryan O John, Festival Mixing & Job Networking 1:09:36

8M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

Ryan O John returns in episode 218. They discuss how to approach mixing a festival or "throw and go" type of situation, especially when the console may not be your regular choice. They also talk about networking for potential jobs with manufacturers, a new possible path Ryan has found to give back and collaborate with other mix engineers, and more.…

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