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Jobs Blow Podcast sounds pornographic, but like many job descriptions, isn’t what it seems. The podcast was born out of the frustrations of being laid off and restless, but was created to bring people together to support one another in a quest for something better. Everyone has their own unique story and Briana speaks to individuals at different points in their journey. From professionals who love their day jobs to dreamers paying their dues to reach a lifelong ambition - come to commiserate ...
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After stumbling upon her amazing Instagram account, Briana had to invite the supremely talented Lisa Timmons to be on the 100th episode. Lisa shares stories from her journey and talks about the inspiration behind the social media content that is finally getting her the attention she deserves. And since her videos often feature Briana's favorite, Gw…
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In honor of the recent release of his latest book, "FIRED!: Protect Your Rights & FIGHT BACK If You're Terminated, Laid Off, Downsized, Restructured, Forced to Resign or Quit," Attorney-at-Law Steven Mitchell Sack stops by the podcast to talk about his experience fighting for employee rights. Known as "The Employee's Lawyer®," Steven tells Briana t…
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Angie Orth, of Angie Away, stops by to share stories from her travel adventures over the last decade plus. She and Briana were coworkers at a PR agency in NYC when Angie (then blogging as Big Apple Angie) decided to leave behind a life in a cubicle to travel the world. Soon after, she was able to turn her passion into a career and she hasn't looked…
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Raven Hernandez, founder and CEO of Earth Rides, an all-electric ride-hailing app, stops by the show to share her story and talks about her passion for accelerating the adoption of clean technology. At only 27, Raven has already proven herself to be a fiercely driven woman, having achieved many personal and professional accomplishments. In fact, wh…
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At the suggestion of guest Colin Speir, I invited his sister Peggy on the show to share her career journey, which included years on the road living a rock-n-roll lifestyle. Peggy talks about starting out in lower Manhattan where she housed and fed up-and-coming musicians from Blues Traveler and DMB, bands she would later cook for on tour. Peggy als…
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Author and lawyer Helen Wan stops by the podcast to talk about her book, The Partner Track, and its evolution to recently released Netflix series. Helen shares how the book, which was released in 2013, was born out of her frustrations while working at a law firm in NYC and includes stories based on her friends' experiences as well. Follow her journ…
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Chris Harper, co-founder of ZippedScript, stops by to talk about the number of people who lie on their resumes and shares his company's approach to flipping the script on education verification. ZippedScript offers global degree verification (in the U.S. and for any country in the world) instantly using new technology that connects directly to an i…
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If you saw the Netflix documentary, Trainwreck: Woodstock '99, you may recall Colin Speir as one of the more likable personalities involved with the festival. He joins the podcast to share additional insight into what led to the destruction of the three-day concert and to talk about how he ended up working the historic event. Colin also discusses h…
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Joe Pardavila joins the podcast to discuss his new book, Good Listen, which launched July 12, and he talks about his career producing over ten thousand hours of audio content in podcasting and terrestrial radio. A radio personality and producer on the legendary New YorkCity radio station, 95.5 PLJ, he got his start as "Monkey Boy" as part of the ic…
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She'ssssss back! Jayla D Foxx (Jason Eberle) returns to the show to discuss changes in his career since COVID lockdown and to celebrate his upcoming Pride performance in the 2nd annual event in our hometown of Fremont, Ohio. Thanks for listening! Please review and subscribe and check us out at jobsblowpodcast.com. You can also follow us on IG and T…
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Jobs Blow gets a visit from Nick Girard, a financial analyst and author of the novel, “In The Beginning,” a retelling of the story of creation (Old Testament) where God is the antagonist and Lucifer is the rebel who established the true paradise. Raised as a Christian, Nick’s insider view of the cost of repeated catastrophes caused him to reexamine…
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Former WWE wrestler Danny Gimondo, aka Danny Inferno/Kid Inferno, stops by the podcast to take us on a journey from his childhood when he developed a passion for wrestling, to pro training at age fifteen, working for WWF in 1997, and finally, signing full time to WWE in 2004. Although he was released from his contract in 2008, Danny had other plans…
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Stephanie Simon has staying power. For the last 25 years, she has worked at NY1 News where she covers art and culture in all its many forms across the five boroughs, including the visual arts, jazz, the New York Philharmonic, New York history, and everything in between. Her career in news started in 1st grade when she started her very own newspaper…
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Joe Lorenzo is behind the country's leading talent coaching organization, Society Performers Academy, and he joins the podcast to discuss his career journey from studying finance to working with young aspiring talent in the world of entertainment. As a manager for more than 2 decades, Joe has represented Above and Below the Line talent, including a…
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On the heels of the infamous Oscar slap, Clean Comedians CEO Adam Christing stops by the show to discuss comedy that doesn't inspire heated reactions. According to Christing, Clean Comedians requires its performers to avoid Profanity, Prejudice, and Politics. Christing says we need to remember that ‘fun’ is not a 4-letter word and that we can lift …
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Originally from Brooklyn, Ray put his music career (and a highly-coveted record deal) on hold for 30 years to make his new family a priority. He stops by the podcast to discuss restarting his journey in the music business after three decades of raising children and running a successful construction company. So how is he doing? After reviewing a rec…
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Just in time for the Oscars - we bring you actor Andy Hoff from the five-time nominated film, King Richard. While Andy doesn't have the screen time of star Will Smith, his appearance was impressive enough to earn him a spot in the trailer! He shares his experiences working on the movie, which included playing multiple roles to run scenes with Smith…
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Thirty years after "the trip that changed their lives," Briana, Amy, and Sarah get together to talk about the positive impact traveling abroad had on each of them. All three were students of the Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University when they were offered the opportunity to tour the Communications Capitals of the World - NYC, Paris, and L…
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Briana reunites with Will to revisit their time working together and to discuss his career journey as an entertainment writer and producer. Both used TV as an escape during their childhoods - still do - and Will talks about turning it into a full-time career, beginning as a reporter for The Enquirer where he broke stories during the OJ trial. Throu…
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N'Kenge knows what is takes to play an icon - she played Queen of Motown, Mary Wells, on Broadway and is currently working on a TV and Broadway show about the incomparable Dorothy Dandridge. "Becoming an Icon" isn't just about her roles, but the work she is doing as a performer. The Emmy & Grammy-nominated and International Award-winning Songstress…
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Karin Freeland, a recovered corporate workaholic, came to the right place when she sat down for this interview. I love talking about following passions and, after years in high-pressure leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies, that's what she did when she traded the boardroom for the bedroom. In her hilarious tell-all book - a title I can appreci…
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Guest Renee Gracie gives Briana an education on racing V8 Supercars in Australia and shares her journey from the track to her popular OnlyFans page. In fact, she left a promising six-year career as Australia’s only female F1 race car driver to become a successful adult star. Now she creates content for her fans while using her earnings to invest in…
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Radhia Gleis unwittingly helped create a monster. The author stops by the podcast to share her riveting true story, The Followers, which chronicles the 25 years she spent in the Buddha-field cult, feeding the beast — their narcissistic leader — with sycophant adoration. Gleis weaves together her personal experiences with reflections on a number of …
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BREAKING: Iconic NYC news anchor Jane Hanson stops by the podcast to talk about her career in broadcast, as well as her current work teaching communication skills to professionals around the globe. From the prairies of rural Minnesota to newsrooms in South Dakota and Iowa - and finally to the soundstage at NBC in NYC - Jane has covered events rangi…
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Michael Cruz, Partner at Summer Friday and Creative Head, joins the podcast to discuss why he credits his agency’s unprecedented success as a startup during COVID to its innovative employee culture. His previous agency, DRUM, closed suddenly in April of 2020, leaving nearly 80 people without jobs and many clients with lost retainers. Summer Friday …
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In this episode, Briana connects with fellow Fremont native, Amy Marie, who is launching her seventh book, Fremonsters. Available on Amazon, it is a middle-grade fantasy horror novel set in the small Ohio town. While they are from different decades, Amy and Briana talk about their similar experiences and agree that being a Fremonster is a very real…
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Andrea Kayne has taught women — from police officers in Chicago to educators in Beijing — how to thrive in any workplace environment. In her new book, KICKING ASS IN A CORSET, the leadership expert identifies the six core virtues of novelist Jane Austen’s heroines — confidence, pragmatism, diligence, integrity, playfulness, and humility — and shows…
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Dr. Rebekah Louisa Smith joins the podcast to talk about how the Quantum Colors technique can be a powerful tool to help lift and balance your energy - and change your career. According to Rebekah, since making the shift from dark colors to bright pastels, her mental health and award-winning festival strategy business have changed drastically. She …
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Ginni Saraswati’s roots are in radio, having co-hosted primetime programs including Australia’s first and only LGBTQ station, JOY 94.9. But after visiting New York for work, something shifted in her. She knew her passion was in podcasting, so she sought to rebuild herself by producing the multi-award-winningThe Ginni Show, a heart-warming series th…
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Over 70% of musicians, like Brett Newski, struggle with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues. Brett (who has played alongside the Pixies, Violent Femmes, Better Than Ezra and more) recently released his first illustrated book around breaking the stigma of mental illness - It’s Hard to be a Person: Defeating Anxiety, Surviving the World…
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Professional marketer, comedian, and author John LaLoggia stops by to discuss his new book, "Sh*tty Jobs: The Guide to Surviving a Recession." He wrote it after being laid off in the middle of the 2020 Pandemic and describes the book as an unfiltered account of living in Chicago while trying to find a job during a terrible economy in 2009 - followi…
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Amanda Augustine, TopResume's career expert, as well as a certified professional career coach (CPCC) and certified professional resume writer, joins the podcast to share recent survey results, discuss changes in the workplace coming out of Covid, and even offers Josh tips on updating his resume. Thanks for listening! Please review and subscribe and…
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With the recent launch of Netflix's Masters of the Universe Revelation, Susan Eisenberg is a shoo-in for the Super Badass Animated Heroine Hall of Fame. Her breakout role was that of Wonder Woman in the acclaimed Justice League and Justice League Unlimited television series and now she is playing Sorceress in the Kevin Smith He-Man series. In addit…
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Julianna Carella and her daughter Dominique stopped by the podcast to give Briana and Josh a lesson in THC vs. CBD while also sharing an incredible journey that started with a garbage bag filled with weed. The mother-daughter duo are the driving forces behind two highly successful therapeutic hemp companies, Auntie Dolores for humans and Treatibles…
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In 1994, two Ohio University graduates arrived separately in New York City to pursue careers in journalism. Unfortunately, they both failed typing tests and their paths went in very different directions than originally planned. Turney Duff lived hard and fast on Wall Street with million dollar bonuses and a nightlife that stopped party girl Tara Re…
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Jen Birn is tenacious. From Arizona to NY to LA and now, in Austin, as the Editor in Chief of Austin Life Magazine, Jen has always gone after what she wants - while also seizing other opportunities where most people wouldn't find them. It's what got her a job reporting on the red carpet, led to her own magazine column, and how she secured a client …
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When the hilariously risque TruTV sitcom, "I'm Sorry" was cancelled recently, child actor Olive Petrucci (Amelia) and her mom had to decide whether she was going to start auditioning again or take a break and return to a normal life for awhile. They stopped by the podcast to discuss their decision and to share their amazing experience working on a …
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Kaplan Coaching isn't usually the place you go for sharpening your curve ball, hitting opposite-field home runs or covering second on a double play. But when it comes to Head Baseball Coach at Lesley University Seth Kaplan , that's exactly what you get. An elementary school friend of Josh's, Coach Kaplan has been the consummate field general. Not o…
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A self-proclaimed Political Satirist, Jeremy Newberger has more than earned that title with a dedicated Twitter following of nearly 95K and with coverage of his funny and insightful tweets in outlets like Forbes, UPROXX, Washington Post, as well as many others. The Emmy-Nominated Director and CEO of Ironbound Films tells Briana and Josh that having…
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'I'm Sorry' to have to tell you this, but the hilarious comedy-writing duo of potty-mouth Bostonian mom's, Kerri Tabasky and Deb DeFrancesco, from the "I'm Not Sorry" Podcast have hit our airwaves and they're outrageous! Currently they are working on various projects, reminiscing about their chance meeting at Panera Bread, and burning up the mics a…
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Tom Kelly, comedian, host - and so much more - stops by the Jobs Blow Podcast to discuss what it's like to be counted among an exclusive group of comedians who get to "warm up" NYC TV studio audiences. Working the audience at GMA prior to the pandemic, Tom talks Covid job loss while also detailing his career journey from Rosie O'Donnell to some wei…
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In this episode of The Jobs Blow Podcast... Josh discovers his long lost twin is Danny Devito while Briana comes face to face with a man who may have been stalking her for nearly 30 years. The mysterious man, Alan Locher of The Locher Room on Youtube, was laid off at the beginning of the pandemic and decided to use his PR experience in the world of…
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Hitting it big in his early 20s with House of Pain, Danny Boy O'Connor explains that his music career only interrupted the inevitable crash that he knew was coming. The recently released Kid 90 documentary features him during that time in his life - when his career was peaking and he was heading into the drug-fueled descent that would nearly destro…
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If business wasn't getting hot enough for Brian Goldberg, our episode six guest and the CEO of Mr. Bing, his entire business went up in flames within two months of Covid's arrival. Everyone loved his food, but with restaurants on mandatory lock down, every one of his kiosks, trucks and popup locations was about to get chilly - the cold kind. That's…
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Deodorant'preneur and a second cousin of Josh, Eyal Azrad, joins the show to talk about his burgeoning, eco-friendly deodorant company Up In Arms. Eyal started the company by first making his own fully-organic product, because he was allergic to the big-brand options. It was an odiferous predicament that soon became an aromatic solution! A homemade…
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Shark Tank Winner and CEO of Tower (where Mark Cuban is an investor), Stephan Aarstol is also the inventor of the 5-hour workday, an initiative he started in 2015 to challenge long held delusions about unhealthy start-up work culture. Stephan moved his whole company to a 5-hour workday and wrote a book about the experience. Now, five years later St…
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When Holly Epstein Ojalvo tweeted, "Normalize having a nonlinear career path," she wasn't quite prepared for the reaction she received - over 150K people responded with a like and over 20K shared her post! As one of the supporters of that tweet, Briana decided to reach out and ask Holly to join Jobs Blow Podcast for a discussion on why she thinks t…
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Tracy Deleu, of Indigo Loves Violet clothing line, returns to Jobs Blow Podcast to discuss life in lockdown and to share yet another dream her family has turned into a reality - life on the road. Find out what inspired them to sell their home and takeoff, what's happening with the clothing line, and what plans they have for the future. Check out Ep…
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In the madness that was 2020, good people all over the country lost jobs. Among them, Briana and her former boss, Evan Holod, who stopped by the podcast to talk lay offs and looking for new opportunities. From his first gig on Wall Street to his most recent role as CEO of a French cookie company, Evan takes us on his career journey - highlighting t…
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Jobs Blow Podcast is BACK! Catch up with Briana, Josh and Jack after a year later to find out who moved back home, who lost their job, and how the podcast will "pivot' in this upside down world. Thanks for listening! Please review and subscribe and check us out at jobsblowpodcast.com. You can also follow us on IG and Twitter @jobsblowpodcast.…
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