Best The Vro Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 101: Americans Abroad (Part 2) 55:04

1M ago55:04

55:04

This episode we're back with Americans Abroad and their second episode! We catch up with the artist at their new practice location, where we hammer out a follow-up interview under one of the loudest bands we've ever heard. Join us as we catch up with one of our long time friends. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/Riv…

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Dogfuq (Part 2) 58:05

2M ago58:05

58:05

It's finally episode 100, and we brought back one of our favorite guests for a return episode. Welcome back to the stage, Phil, as Dogfuq, as we venture into the triple digits. We catch up on some of the ongoing projects discussed in the previous episode as well as gain some insight into the most recent developments in Phil's life. We round out wit…

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Episode 99: Tinted Rose 54:59

4M ago54:59

54:59

Despite what I may say during the interview, this IS the 99th Episode, featuring Richmond up-and-comers: Tinted Rose. This episode we head out to the VCU music hall to record with this talented Jazz group as they showcase their material. Afterward, we catch up with our usual questions, and the band helps us out with a new video interview series tha…

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Episode 98: Black Plastic 59:42

5M ago59:42

59:42

In this episode, we had the privilege of recording the exceptional musicians behind Black Plastic. They helped save the day in more than one way and provided the glorious 18i20 after we found we had lost a power supply cable. Join us as we sit down for another fantastic interview, where we chat turing a personal project into a full band, deligating…

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Episode 97: VRO AVE 57:36

5M ago57:36

57:36

In this episode, we make our way out to THC Records and record with local rap collective VRO AVE. Thanks to Rospo, we were able to use The Hill Cabin for the set before we sat down for our interview. Besides the usual questions, we talk local cuisine, favorite murals, their new show series: Serious Saturdays, and so much more!--- Support this podca…

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Episode 96: Autumn Celeste 54:30

6M ago54:30

54:30

As we start to catch up on episode releases, our second of the year features local up-and-coming artist Autumn Celeste. Chloe joins us for the interview portion where we learn about Autumn's recent beginnings in the local music scene, her affinity for water, ("[You're A Fish And I'm A] Water Sign",) and her move towards becoming secure in the title…

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Episode 95: Ducttape Jesus 1:05:10

6M ago1:05:10

1:05:10

Our first episode of the new year features along awaited guest, Ducttape Jesus. After a rousing performance, we sit down and talk only to find that we have similar synchronicities in our day-to-day lives. We then have a deep dive discussion into faith, True Will, and even touching into Thelemic, Theosophic, and LaVayan thought before we were able t…

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BPO vs. Captive - What's Best for Your Business? 14:11

7M ago14:11

14:11

Join us as we bring you this engaging episode featuring Candace Dingmann, a seasoned Army veteran and Global Shared Services Leader for Organon. Candace draws on her decades of experience to share valuable strategies for fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and leveraging talent acquisition. In a world where data is often rich, she also sheds light…

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Leapfrogging to Outcomes: Skipping SLAs to Jump Maturity Curves 17:40

7M ago17:40

17:40

Join Jodi Dudley, CEO and Executive Director at Ford Business Solutions, as she shares her insights on transforming Global Business Services (GBS) and thriving in today's dynamic GBS landscape. Discover game-changing strategies such as hybrid operating models, skipping SLAs, and leapfrogging maturity curves that can revolutionize your organisation.…

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Episode 94: Chandler 1:00:15

8M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

As we close out this years shows, we meet up with Chandler at his wonderful apartment for one of this year's final episodes. After a rousing set, we dust off our old questions for our interview. DIY Shows: Is less really more, or do you get out what you put in? Backlogging beats, life on the road, living off your music, and so much more!--- Support…

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The Back Office Trap: GBS Survival at Stake 15:10

8M ago15:10

15:10

This podcast episode features Dr. Turan Sahin, CEO at Allianz Services who emphasizes the importance of GBS being entrepreneurial, whether they serve external or internal customers. While going external is a choice for GBS, they need to consider factors like scale, financial power, already built sale-force and technology capabilities of external pr…

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Episode93: Holdover 43:13

8M ago43:13

43:13

After accidentally erasing the first half of the interview, we hurried to get an interview on the books. As we jump around our questionnaire, some truths come to light about the band's origins, tattoos, croc attachments, and so much more!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/Rivercity_Sounds/support…

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GBS Needs to Earn Its Seat at the Table 14:46

8M ago14:46

14:46

In this insightful episode with our guest, Sameer Jalundhwala, SVP, GBS at NTT Ltd., join us as we explore the role of GBS leaders in earning their seat at the table. Sameer shares his insights on how GBS leaders can act like entrepreneurs, focus maniacally on providing value within their organizations and drive enterprise-wide transformation rathe…

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Opportunistic vs. Strategic: The Dilemma of External GBS 15:01

8M ago15:01

15:01

Join us on the GBS Masterminds podcast as we explore the future of Global Business Services with Jan Nikus, the Vice President of GBS at KONE. In a candid conversation, Jan shares his insights on whether GBS should expand its horizon, why strategic focus is paramount, and the role of GBS in a tech-enabled transformation. Discover how diversity and …

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Episode 92: Parsley 1:01:11

9M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Back to South Side again, as we meet up with the members of Parsley, a wonderful group of talented young individuals who shared with us their beautiful music. Afterward, we chat about their time forming at Shenandoah University, the weight of dealing with GAS: Gear Acquisition Syndrome, the release of their newest double single: Backdoor and Someon…

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Episode 91: Circle the Drain 1:00:12

9M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

On the first episode of Season 6, Chloe and Cole travel out to the Acorn Community to record the tremendous Circle the Drain. With time not on our side, the geoup was able to hammer out one phenomenal set just in time to interview with both of our hosts. We sit down and talk about trying to define their genre, collective jamming in a commune, last-…

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Navigating the IT-GBS Relationship: Challenges and Solutions 22:45

9M ago22:45

22:45

Join us in bridging the gap between IT and GBS for successful technology transformation. Explore the dynamics between IT and GBS leaders as CIO Jennifer Crites and VP-GBS Amit Yadav navigate tech decision-making. Gain valuable insights on RPA and discover effective budget strategies and value measurement. Tune in to this informative podcast episode…

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Saying 'Yes, and': How Modern CIOs Are Changing the Game 21:31

9M ago21:31

21:31

CIOs as Collaborative Innovators Modern CIOs are redefining their roles from gatekeepers to collaborative innovators. Filippo Catalano's "Yes, and..." approach demonstrates how they engage in dynamic conversations to drive innovation, transform company culture, and deliver value beyond technology implementation. GBS - Office of the Fairytale? Delve…

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Efficiency, Alignment, and Innovation: The IT-GBS Nexus Unveiled 24:32

9M ago24:32

24:32

Strategic Alignment Both CIO Rogério Peres and GBS leader Sumit Mitra emphasize the importance of aligning technology initiatives with overall business strategies. This theme focuses on the need for GBS leaders to understand the strategic drivers of the business and ensure that technology solutions connect with the purpose and values of the organiz…

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Episode 90: Kailey Conner 47:10

10M ago47:10

47:10

This episode is the final episode recorded for Season 5! Cole and Kailey Conner break down the differences in the Nashville and Richmond music scene, mixing it up in the singer-song writer community, experimenting with different local producers, and so much more!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/Rivercity_Sounds/supp…

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Episode 89: Handsome Grandson 1:04:13

10M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

On this episode we meet some very sweet young men who, together, make up one whole Handsome Grandson. We group up at their up-and-coming live house venue, where we capture an incredibly unique and intricate set by the multi-instrumentalists. Afterwards, we catch up with the band and chat up our usual questions and also so much more!--- Support this…

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Maximizing GBS - Tech Impact: The VRO Connection 18:30

10M ago18:30

18:30

Office of the Fairytale for a Reason GBS (Global Business Services) can surely be referred to as the "Office of the Fairytale". This is because GBS needs to deliver efficiency and drive business case-backed transformation, which mandates them to be empowered with the technology. GBS needs to deliver the fairytale because they are accountable for it…

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Episode 88: Sunflower'd 51:45

10M ago51:45

51:45

This week we go down to South Side to meet up with the newly blossomed Sunfower'd! On this episode we are graciously welcomed into their home and treated to a fantastic set by these wonderful people, and afterwards we sit down and chat as usual. Come join us as we talk about the professional atmosphere of organized venues, arriving and integrating …

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Episode 87: Caleb J. Murphey 52:33

10M ago52:33

52:33

After a longer than expected break, we'll start back up with something light and easy. Caleb J. Murphy graciously invited us into his home studio, where we get back into the swing of things with a nice, easy episode. We discuss moving to Richmond, professional writing, home studios vs professional studios, and so much more!--- Support this podcast:…

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GBS Might Not Be Called ‘GBS’ in Its End State! 9:03

10M ago9:03

9:03

Global Business Services (GBS) can play dual role - Support the company as an internal organization and leverage partnership with third-party providers for added value. Maintaining an entrepreneurial mindset and staying attuned to internal and external factors is critical to addressing the organization's needs successfully. Imagining GBS’ end state…

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Unlocking GBS & IT Synergy - From Silos to Solutions 17:33

11M ago17:33

17:33

● Unique Organizational Setup Ball Corporation has a unique organizational setup where the Global Business Services (GBS), data services, and technology are all combined under a single umbrella. This allows the company to effectively address business needs and prioritize demand across all business functions. The GBS team closely collaborates with I…

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Integrated Operating Model, The Next Stage of GBS Evolution 14:10

10M ago14:10

14:10

GBS organizations are relatively newer than other functions like Corporate Finance that have been existing for centuries. GBS organizations should focus on developing the internal function before considering external opportunities. Evolution of Shared Services to GBS involved different operating models and increased integration, transformation, and…

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An Enterprise Architecture Team - The GBS and IT Bridge? 18:15

11M ago18:15

18:15

● RPA Governance Framework There was hype around RPA as a solution for automation. It cannot improve bad processes and will instead make them more complex. Strict RPA governance should help evaluate opportunities, process execution, and RoI. To avoid falling for the hype around new technologies, including Generative AI - there is a need to understa…

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Landlord Model and Generative AI - driving success at Experian’s GBS 14:06

11M ago14:06

14:06

David discusses the critical role and capabilities of GBS within Experian that is focussed on supporting internal operations and delivering value to the parent enterprise. GBS plays a vital part in data and analytics software products. Experian aims to develop a customer-focused and multifunctional GBS model operating from global talent hubs. David…

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CIO Realism Meets GBS Priorities for Business Value 19:32

12M ago19:32

19:32

Is GBS's Digital Transformation on top of your priority list for 2023? Collaborative approach is key to success Partnership between IT and GBS is needed to bring value to the organization. While GBS strategy is focused on efficiency and maximizing ROI, IT brings realism by considering integration, sustainability, and the long-term impact of tech so…

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Episode 86: Shagg Carpet 53:55

12M ago53:55

53:55

On this last episode before a short summer break, we travele back out to the storage unit shared by Shagg Carpet, where they performed a torrential set. Afterward, we sit down and with these five amazing musicians and find out that if people find out you have a bass, they will likely invite you to jam, running into musicians in the city, and what e…

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Episode 85: Tentative Decisions 1:01:32

1y ago1:01:32

1:01:32

This week, we traveled to the storage unit shared by Tentative Decisions, where they performed for us one great set. Afterward, we talk all manner of business, including lying on your musicians' resume and discovering music scenes. From Barbie to Oppenheimer, then, somehow, Cats, join us as we talk about so much more!--- Support this podcast: https…

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Episode 84: Random Temperament 51:44

1y ago51:44

51:44

We start off another batch of episodes with this recent addition to the Richmond scene, Random Temperament. With this first episode recorded after relocating from our original recording location, we meet up at the local MSQ Shop to record their extraordinary and fierce set. Afterwards, we set up our own equipment in an actual podcast recording room…

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Episode 83: Pebbles Palace 1:16:26

1y ago1:16:26

1:16:26

This will be the last time we host at our original recording space, and we are proud to share it with Pebbles Palace to help promote their debute album: Long and Bygone Fame. Everyone pulled out all the stops, and the band performed one of the most vivacious and extraordinary sets ever performed for us. Afterward, we goof around a bit longer than w…

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Episode 82: Caroline Vain 48:53

1y ago48:53

48:53

On this episode we have for you all another intimate, one-on-one interview, this time with local artist Caroline Vain. While this artist maybe seasoned at performing in front of crowds in the UK, Richmond is a completely different beast to live in for a performing artist. We discuss the differences in playing in London versus Richmond, the differen…

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Episode 81: Gavin Crockett 54:49

1y ago54:49

54:49

This week we welcome Gavin Crockett and his band to our home stage for one of the final episodes to be recorded at our original home studio. While Chloe takes a well deserved Graduation nap, Cole hits them with the usual questions and maybe had a little bit too much fun trying to get their silent bass player to talk.--- Support this podcast: https:…

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Episode 80: ADGROD Cast 1:00:06

1y ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Before another short break in the season, we join forces with another local music podcast ADGROD CAST. On this entirely improvised episode, for the first time we sit down for our interview first to let you all get acquainted with these three improv comedians, before they create an entire thirty minute set on-the-fly. In addition to being one of the…

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Sometimes GBS doesn't have the full picture, but the CIO has! 17:46

1y ago17:46

17:46

Michael Zill, CIO & CAO at Acadia Pharmaceuticals, candidly converses with Markus Baumgartner, Head of Global Business Services for Miba Group, and our host Sashi Narahari, Founder & CEO at HighRadius. Join this episode as it unlocks many secrets from the world of GBS and IT. Episode resources Michael Zill on LinkedIn Markus Baumgartner on LinkedIn…

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Episode 79: Madly Backwards 56:28

1y ago56:28

56:28

After a partially scheduled, and longer than expected break, we are back with yet another ear worm of an episode with Madly Backwards. This artist truly knows how to have a good time with a psychedelic-americana set sure to turn you around. Afterwards, Chloe had to leave early to finish her final school project, but we still sit down with the man w…

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Don’t stick to the old or get run over! - [Part 2] 13:25

1y ago13:25

13:25

Is GBS's Digital Transformation on top of your priority list for 2023? Normally, GBS Heads and CIOs from various enterprises partner to accomplish organizational tech adoption goals. Yet, occasionally the urgency, the significance of form vs function, or even the two leaders' vision may differ. Here’s the conversation summary between Ingo Elfering,…

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Don’t stick to the old or get run over! - [Part 1] 13:00

1+ y ago13:00

13:00

Is GBS's Digital Transformation on top of your priority list for 2023? Normally, GBS Heads and CIOs from various enterprises partner to accomplish organizational tech adoption goals. Yet, occasionally the urgency, the significance of form vs function, or even the two leaders' vision may differ. Here’s the conversation summary between Ingo Elfering,…

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Episode 78: Nancy Raygun 1:06:27

1+ y ago1:06:27

1:06:27

We were finally able to record an episode with the phenomenal Nancy Raygun, and THEY asked US to be on! This time we travel out to their up-and-coming house venue The ICU, and were able to capture our first episode recorded entirely outside, before the show commenced that night. During the interview, we take shelter in the Hot Box after the wind de…

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GBS-IT Strategy, Who do you Think Should Take the First Step? 9:30

1+ y ago9:30

9:30

Transforming GBS into a value delivery hub for the enterprise is the top priority of every GBS leader. This transformation is powered by cultural overhauls, workforce upskilling/reskilling, and, most importantly, technology upgrades. Typically, to achieve enterprise tech adoption goals, GBS Heads and Chief Information Officers (CIO) across enterpri…

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Episode 77: Honest Debts 49:36

1+ y ago49:36

49:36

Once again, we are reduced down to just Cole for this week's episode as these Honest Debts overwhelm our engineer with their groovy jams. After piecing together on hell of a well practiced set, we sit down and share some beers over our usual questions and take it easy after a busy weekend. Please be sure to use Spotify for Podcasters for all your l…

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Episode 76: Matthew K. Davis Band 1:02:31

1+ y ago1:02:31

1:02:31

On this episode of River City Sounds, we yet again capture an astounding live act before their hiatus and full band move. While this maybe a single individual's project, we are able to chat all of the people who make this project possible and discuss each of their personal experiences with the band and the dichotomy between the live act and the rec…

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Episode 75: TCYC Studio 37:35

1+ y ago37:35

37:35

This very special episode is almost a "2nd Round" episode as we catch up with TCYC from our second episode, to chat about his new music project and the studio he's been working on. With this set, we allow TCYC to record an acoustic live take of his new single, "Out of My Head," with his newly enhanced studio to help cross promote his new music and …

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Episode 74: White Beast 59:03

1+ y ago59:03

59:03

As we slowly recover from out two-episode event, we are finally able to present to you the second set recorded during the last week of February with, White Beast. On this episode, we meet up with the two members of the band who are instrumental in the Richmond music scene through their many artistic projects and other outlets, one of which we go in…

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Episode 73: Castle Black 1:04:11

1+ y ago1:04:11

1:04:11

On this extremely special episode we welcome our first out-of-state players from Brooklyn New York, Castle Black. In town for the weekend fo we a Garden Grove show, we make special accommodations for this touring band and have TWO full episodes for you this week!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/Rivercity_Sounds/supp…

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Episode 72: Wrong Worshippers 1:02:17

1+ y ago1:02:17

1:02:17

We start off a three episode series featuring two-piece bands with this great and energetic young band, who grew up as neighbors right here in the suburbs Richmond: Wrong Worshippers. In this episode we meet up with the band in their basement and let these two high school kids rip a thunderous set followed by the usual formalities. We talk about th…

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Episode 71: Alex J. Dimas 1:11:00

1+ y ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Once more again, we meet up with local artist, Alex J. Dimas and are greeted by an angel of a pup, beautiful songs, and all kinds and sorts of teas. After manipulating their loop pedal to put on a full-scale performance from this one-person project, we sit down and discuss their recent introduction to the Richmond scene and the quick decision to st…

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