Two NJ-based women discuss all things cycling: riding culture, bike industry issues, cyclocross and a daily life on the bike with a bit of snark, no fact checking, and a lot of enthusiasm. Feedback, heckles, guest inquiries please: cadenceofthought@gmail.com
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We all remember the moment we discovered that secret song on one of our favourite albums. Often, those hidden gems provide a revealing peek behind-the-curtain, leading us to new insights about the artists and recordings we thought we knew. CKUA’s Hidden Track podcast aims to do the same, by bringing you stories that change the way you experience music. Any given week, we’ll get to the heart of the song with the musician who wrote it, reflect on a landmark recording with the producer and engi ...
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The Elara Edge: Expert Insights on Space Security is a thought leadership forum of military and space industry experts providing commentary and insight on the latest news developments in space security.
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Follow the tales of a Singer-Songwriter, Voice Actor, Entrepreneur and Gamer as he navigates the Universe on a quest to alter reality itself - ultimately becoming one’s best self and inspiring others to do the same, while applying life lessons learned along the way. With a primary focus on Mental Health and Mindfulness - various tips and tricks are distributed during the podcast via a cadence that is often humorous (at times explicit), thought-provoking and with tools such as music, comedic ...
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The Her Spirit Podcast is hosted by former BBC Breakfast presenter, journalist and adventure seeker Louise Minchin. This brand-new season follows real-time the stories of Donna and Amy as they go on a 12-week health and fitness journey with Louise and Her Spirit Co-Founders Mel and Holly. Donna and Amy are two women who, like so many of us, have faced tough challenges to their health and enormous demands on their time over the last couple of years. Both wanted some help and support in changi ...
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Converge Coffee connects you with business experts who have succeeded by constantly pivoting and staying motivated from lessons they learned. You get each speaker's actionable insights and feel their passion like you were sitting right across the coffee table. This podcast is about building a strong customer experience (CX) community. Each episode will be packed with information at your fingertips. Think of this podcast as talking to the speaker right across the table and walk away with cont ...
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Kaia Kater has learned her craft through the influence of a diverse group of musical heroes, ranging from Herbie Hancock to Rhiannon Giddens. She recently turned her lens simultaneously inward and outward, to confront difficult truths and injustices – personally, historically, societally, and made them into album titled Strange Medicine. CKUA’s Gra…
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The joy in the everyday, the continuous arc of life's changes and the way a simple shift in perspective can utterly transform one's experience... Ellen Doty's new album is a kind of musical meditation, a collection of songs that aims to bring some gentle joy to the listener's heart. Every Little Scene is gorgeous set of songs that relate how if you…
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Classification Policy Changes to Strengthen Allied Partnerships in Space
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When Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks signed a memo to initiate changes in the Department of Defense’s (DOD) classification policy for space programs, the move marked a tangible moment in the push to adapt traditional classification policies for a modern space era. Historically, high classification thresholds for space-based capabilities …
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A couple of seasons back, Hidden Track released a big Cadence Weapon special. We spoke with Rollie Pemberton (Cadence Weapon) himself, along with some key family, friends and collaborators. A whole lot has happened for Cadence Weapon since that episode’s release. So, we felt it was time to catch-up during his brief visit back to Edmonton during the…
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DakhaBrakha combines traditional folk and punk, drawing inspiration from their Ukrainian homeland with a global sensibility. Melodies from the ancient past collide with future sounds. They like to describe their style as “ethno-chaos.” At CKUA, we were treated to a visit from touring dignitaries DakhaBrakha while they were on tour. It was the full …
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Space Domain Awareness Demands New “Operational Intelligence” Requirement
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From satellite imagery to G.P.S.-guided navigation, intelligence gathered from space has long facilitated military operations. But after space was declared a warfighting domain, intelligence agencies are now shifting their focus to supporting operations in space. For the United States Space Force, this shift is exemplified by the evolving mission c…
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Inspired by the energy, the soul and the message of classic ska, The Slackers have truly become legends themselves over the past 33 years. They first came together in New York City back in the early '90s, and studied at the feet of the masters, including members of Jamaican ska originators the Skatalites, who had relocated to the States. The Slacke…
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For our first-ever live Hidden Track Session in front of an audience, we really lucked out! We wanted to do something special that brought artists together with members of the CKUA community for a spontaneous, in-the-moment experience – an intimate and exciting live musical performance alongside a conversation that takes us deeper into the music. W…
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White Paper Ushers in New Era of Thought Leadership for Space Community
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Considered the ‘backbone’ of space operations, the Satellite Control Network (SCN) is the network of ground system antennas that enable command and control communications between operators on Earth and the Department of Defense (DOD) satellites on-orbit. But an increasingly populated space environment, coupled with chronic under-funding and advanci…
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Adversaries’ Launch Cadence Highlights Need for Assured Access to Space
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At the start of 2024, the United States’ adversaries projected an ambitious launch cadence for putting space assets into orbit: China has planned 100 launches, while Russia has planned over 40 launches of its own. Due to what is often blurred lines between military, civil and commercial space programs for these nation-states, the true nature of the…
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Corb Lund | A Country Past and a Speed Metal Future
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Ever the masterful crafter of musical stories, Corb Lund has just released his eleventh album El Viejo — a new collection that weaves together inventive narratives and introduces us to some compelling characters. On this record we encounter: a veteran card sharp dealing out hard-won wisdom, a down-on-his-luck journeyman MMA fighter, a speed addict …
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National Defense Industrial Strategy to Lay Foundation for ‘Integrated Deterrence’
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The strength of America’s defense industrial base propelled the United States and its Allies to victory through much of the 20th century. Then after the fall of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s, the U.S. became the sole world power and made changes to the acquisition process that favored perceived efficiency, over military effectiveness. In the …
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Space Forces Are Now a Key Element of the Joint Fight
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The power of integrating space-based capabilities into Joint Force operations captivated the world during the first “space war,” the Gulf War of 1990-1991. Since then, space’s significance to military operations has only increased, accelerating through the post-9/11 era and culminating with the creation of the United States Space Force in 2019. Now…
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The Bros. Landreth return to Hidden Track for a Season 5 Session! When they started their band, it was just an excuse to spend time together, given that the brothers David and Joey Landreth were often embroiled in their careers as top–call players in the Winnipeg music scene. The brothers came together to write some original songs and their first a…
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Commercial Launch, Proliferation Creates Investment Opportunities in Ancillary Space Markets
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Two barriers to entry have historically defined the relationship between capital markets and the space sector: the need for significant upfront capital and long return on investment (ROI) timelines. These barriers have created a hot-and-cold dynamic between capital markets and the space sector, as demonstrated by Space Capital’s Space Investment Qu…
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The Rural Alberta Advantage | Found a Home Here
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The Rural Alberta Advantage's much-anticipated October 2023 album The Rise & the Fall - their first in a half-dozen years - is once again chock full of Albertan references. However, it has also managed to connect with fans from around the world! Renowned UK newspaper The Independent named it one of their Best Albums of 2023, alongside albums by Oli…
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When you think about it, being a YouTuber isn't so different from being a singer-songwriter. In each case, you need to dig deep, be original, authentic and often get incredibly vulnerable – all while the world is looking on. Canadian singer/songwriter Haley Blais has proven truly brilliant in both fields! This hit-YouTuber-turned-award-winning-musi…
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R2C2 to Unify Command and Control Capability Across Military Space Assets
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The majority of military space assets on-orbit today, were built during an uncontested space era, and the ground systems currently supporting them are increasingly inhibited by outdated technology. Now, an emerging imperative for dynamic space operations, means the Space Force must not only develop new, manueverable satellites, but also implement a…
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Careful of Your Keepers, the sixth full-length album by This Is the Kit, ends with the mantra-like benediction of "Be Okay". It's a beautifully delicate place to land, after ten songs that navigate their way through a world full of actions, their equal and opposite reactions, and the inextricably linked, overwhelmingly human dance between beauty an…
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She's truly a study in contrasts – right from her chosen moniker, Sunny War. Her story is an utterly extraordinary one, in terms of both her brilliant musical arc and her often-tumultuous life journey. She spent much of her teens and early 20s as an itinerant busker, living where she could, sometimes hopping trains around the States, experiencing t…
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Dynamic Space Operations: A Requirement for Joint Operations
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Space Systems Command recently revealed details from its Parallax Rising 2.2 tabletop exercise, which explored the emerging requirement to maneuver satellites in space. The exercise focused on developing solutions for “Dynamic Space Operations,” an operational concept advocated by retired Lieutenant General John E. Shaw. While the capacity to maneu…
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Victus Nox Illustrates the Rise of Tactically Responsive Space
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As space evolves into an increasingly hostile warfighting domain, rapid response capability is becoming an essential part of Department of Defense (DOD) operations. That’s why when the Space Force and its industry partners successfully fielded, launched and initiated satellite operations during its Victus Nox demonstration, the record-setting feat …
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CMMC 2.0 and The Zero-Trust Strategy: How the DOD is Accelerating Cybersecurity Across the Defense-Industrial Base
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Cyberspace has become essential to streamlining decision-making up and down the kill chain. But now, the threat landscape in the cyber domain is more malicious than ever. In response, the DOD is implementing its Zero-Trust Strategy by 2027 to secure its cyber operations. As part of this process, the DOD rolled out the Cybersecurity Maturity Model C…
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'Tis the season to be jolly! This holiday season, CKUA's Hidden Track team busted out the stockings, tinsel and trees, festooned CKUA’s cozy music library with festive décor, and invited a few musical friends over for a special holiday episode! Our guests brought with them some heartfelt reflections on the Yuletide season, some beautiful live perfo…
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Louise Minchin and Annie Emmerson talk to BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood. Carol Kirkwood is a British weather presenter, trained by the Met Office, and employed by the BBC, in particular on BBC Breakfast and Victoria Derbyshire. In 2015, she participated in the 13th series of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing, finishing in 10th place. There's o…
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Hidden Track | Be Part of Something (Year End Wrap 2023)
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It's been an amazing Season 4 here at Hidden Track. We've had visits with an astounding array of inspired artists, ranging from local heroes to global greats; from a reigning Polaris Prize winner to a newly minted Grammy Award winner; from hip-hop to hardcore punk to homespun folk. It's been such a wild 2023! So wild, in fact, that we felt the need…
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Louise Minchin and Annie Emmerson talk to The Sleep Scientist, Dr Sophie Bostock. The Sleep Scientist was launched by Dr Sophie Bostock with the aim of helping more people to sleep well, and thrive. Sophie is a scientist and speaker with a bias for action. Sophie has always been intrigued by why what makes us feel good and function well. Sophie's r…
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Episode 149: How Companies Are On the Clock and Need to Find the Perfect Time
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In this episode, Erik Deckers sits down with Jay Baer, owner of Ursus 10 and author of the new book, The Time to Win. They discuss how a company's speed is now the new differentiator. Jay also talks about how companies need to learn how to speed up their response time without being TOO fast, too. Jay predicts how companies can manage customers' exp…
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ENCORE: Open water Swimming: The joys and the myths (No, you won’t be eaten by sharks!)
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This episode is all about open water swimming and host Louise Minchin speaks to Olympic Silver Medallist Keri-anne Payne , Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry and Her Spirit community members Gillian and Anna, about: Facing and embracing the fears that open water swimming can bring. Practical, professional tips for beginners and more advanced open wate…
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Transforming National Security Space Acquisition Starts with Congress
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As the legislative branch with the “power of the purse,” Congress has a constitutional duty to shape the policy and provide the funding required for the United States Space Force to accomplish its mission. Space, however, is an emerging domain for the warfighter that requires the Space Force to scale its capability at the speed of need. To this end…
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Revolutionizing Missile Warning with the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture
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In 2023, the Space Development Agency (SDA) launched its initial round of satellites for its Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) with the intention of modernizing the missile warning architecture watching over our nation. The SDA followed this up with a second successful launch in September 2023, with one final launch for its Tranche …
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The Space Force's CASR Framework: Bridging Military Requirements and Commercial Capability
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Earlier this year, Col. Richard Kniseley of the United States Space Systems Command initiated a program for commercial space companies to be called upon by the United States Space Force in times of crisis. This program, dubbed the Commercial Augmentation Space Reserve - or CASR for short - is akin to the United States Air Force’s Civil Reserve Air …
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The AI Advantage for National Security Space
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Since the launch of ChatGPT in March 2023, generative artificial intelligence has seemingly taken the world by storm. AI has become a topic of conversation - and concern - for its potential to affect just about every industry. In response, the Department of Defense has launched "Task Force Lima" to understand the ramifications and use cases for AI …
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Made in a basement studio littered with instruments and synth gear, Young Fathers’ new album Heavy Heavy was created entirely by the three members of the band - with the exception of a single guest vocal from a friend. The album features layer upon layer of voices and instruments, creating a sonic maelstrom of dynamics, moods and textures. And whil…
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This episode is our guide to your cycling journey. Host Louise Minchin speaks to cycling coach Michelle Sharland, Her Spirit Community Member and Yorkshire Lass sportive Founder Judith Worrall, World Endurance Athlete and cycling convert Mimi Anderson and Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry. In this episode we discuss: How to change a tyre Feeling in c…
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ENCORE: Dr Megan Rossi, the Gut Health Doctor
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Louise Minchin and BBC Triathlon presenter Annie Emmerson talk to Dr Megan Rossi, founder of The Gut Health Doctor, considered one of the most influential gut health specialists internationally. A Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with an award-winning PhD in gut health, Megan set up The Gut Health Clinic in London, where she leads a team of gu…
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This episode is our guide to your running journey. Host Louise Minchin speaks to running and triathlon coach and PT Karen Weir, Journalist Bryony Gordon, Presenter and Mental Health Campaigner Shareefa J and Her Spirit Co-founder Holly Woodford. In this episode we discuss: How to decide if running is for you. Practical, professional tips for starti…
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Arlo Maverick seems to be on a mission to ensure that Edmonton takes its place as a destination to be reckoned with on the hip-hop map. An award-winning artist, Arlo is a well-loved pillar of the hip-hop community here in Alberta. He's also toured all the way to the other side of the world and back, winning himself global fans and forging a wide ne…
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This episode is about fuelling your body through your exercise. Host Louise Minchin speaks to Renee McGregor, a leading Sports dietitian, specialising in Eating Disorders & author, Jesse Lambert-Harden, a nutrition expert & fuel coach for Her Spirit, Jane Haden, a Her Spirit community member and Holly Woodford, Her Spirit co-founder. In this episod…
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Episode 148: How Focusing on Strategic Growth Offer Solutions in Plain Sight and Improves Experiences
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In this episode, Sean sits down with Bruno Pesec, corporate consultant, co-author of Augmented Strategy, and doctorate student in organizational change. They dive into why Bruno started on his consulting practice and why he branded himself instead of a company name. They go deeper into his experience on what the two important levers for strategic g…
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Episode 147: How Architecting Better Data Models and Building Better Customer Experience Cadences Drastically Improves Churn
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In this episode, Sean sits down with Sharon Park, CEO and President at Sage Digi. They dive into why Sharon started Sage Digi after many years at Google. They go deeper into her experience on how to architect a full funnel advertising strategy for B2B companies. Sharon gives some great insights on how data alignment and cleanliness are key. Sharon …
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ENCORE: Less Is More When It Comes To Menopause - With Dr Stacy Sims
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To commemorate World Menopuase Month, this episode is all about exercising through the menopause. Host Louise Minchin speaks to female athlete performance expert, Dr. Stacy Sims, NHS GP and women's health specialist, Dr. Nighat Arif and Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry. In this episode we discuss: What the menopause is. Why less time exercising is m…
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To celebrate her recent success in becoming Ironman World Champion, we revisit this episode where Louise Minchin and Annie talk to professional triathlete Lucy Charles-Barclay about life as a triathlete, over coming career threatening injuries, and her disappointment of not making the 2012 Olympic swimming team. At Her Spirit we’re here for you. We…
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Episode 146: Why is Understanding the Research and Development Process is Essential for the Customer Experience
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In this episode, Sean sits down with Dr. Soum Rakshit, Co-Founder & CEO of award-winning sexual health company, MysteryVibe. They dive into why Soum started MysteryVibe. They go deeper into his experience from having a biomedical background and a PhD and how journey to starting MysteryVibe. Soum gives some great insights on how long the R&D process…
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Dan Mangan is fond of summing up his whole approach to a creative life in music with a simple axion: "It's cool to care." Dan models that approach in everything he does. Whether he's starting his own label, Madic Records, or co-founding community concert platform, Side Door Access; acting as a longtime vocal advocate for the de-stigmatization of di…
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ENCORE: Don't Think You Just Have To Deal With It, Because You Don't - Menopause with Dr Annice Mukherjee & Amanda Thebe
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n"Don't Think You Just Have To Deal With It, Because You Don't" - Menopause with Dr Annice Mukherjee & Amanda Thebe To highlight World Menopause Month, revisit this episode where Louise Minchin speaks to Dr Annice Mukherjee, top UK hormone specialist & Endocrinologist, Amanda Thebe, Fitness & Menopause Expert & Best-Selling Author: Menopocalypse, S…
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Episode 145: How Staying Curious and Keeping in the Customer's Narrative Improves Customer Experience
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In this episode, Sean sits down with Sara Weldon, Founder and CEO at TruFinCo. They dive into why Sara started TruFinCo. They go deeper into her experience getting into finance and fintech. Sarah gives some great insights on how to deliver great customer experiences to differentiate in the market. Her tone gives off an friendly, to the point, and a…
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Episode 144: How Using Revenue Operations Strategies Improves Customer Experience
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In this episode, Sean sits down with Eddie Reynolds, Founder and CEO of Union Square Consulting. They dive into why Eddie started Union Square Consulting. They go deeper into his experience at Salesforce and Rev Ops views catapulted his success. Eddie gives some great insights on moving what to look for in scaling a company and reducing churn. His …
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Many first knew Ariel Posen as the mind-bendingly gifted guitar player with fellow Winnipeg act, The Bros. Landreth. Over the years, he’s lent his six-string talents to a wildly eclectic array of artists, ranging from John Mayer to Tom Jones. Ariel Posen’s international stature as a rising guitar star became so substantial that it came as something…
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Episode 143: How to Bridge the Sophistication Gap in Marketing to Create Better Customer Experiences and Achieve Revenue Growth
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In this episode, Sean sits down with Stacey Danheiser, founder of Shake Marketing Group. They dive into why Stacey started Shake Marketing Group. They go deeper into her marketing experience in B2B and B2C and how to bridge the sophistication. Stacey gives some great insights on moving from being a marketing specialist to leader - know 3 things, yo…
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