Uncut, raw, punch you right in the face style of branding and business education. From two hosts, a Marine Corps/SOCOM perspective and a born entrepreneur who has created a name for themselves as real estate brokers and business builders. Get ready for a no-nonsense style to approaching life and how two different perspectives of leadership create a dichotomy that leads to success day in and day out.
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The definitive insider's guide to our current golden age of television, Ben Blacker's The Writers Panel is an ever expanding anthology of live convention panels and intimate in-studio interviews with the writers, producers, and show runners responsible for all the shows you can't stop watching. Over the course of nearly 500 episodes and counting, The Writers Panel has sat across from guests such as Vince Gilligan (Breaking Bad), Amy Sherman-Palladino (Gilmore Girls, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel ...
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After nearly a decade, 5G is finally becoming a reality. 5G networks will create a smarter, more connected world and will change our lives forever. These rapid advances in artificial intelligence, automation, internet of things and other emerging technologies are creating demand for new jobs and the skills gap continues to widen. All industries are becoming tech industries and the tech talent shortage is becoming everyone’s problem. What will the workforce of the future look like? Join Carri ...
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Fostering a Culture That Drives Growth with Chad Tuttle of B+T Group
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In this episode of "5G Talent Talk," Carrie Charles interviews Chad Tuttle, CEO of B+T Group. Chad shares his journey in the telecom industry, which began with his grandfather’s construction company in the 1950s, building radio and early AT&T towers. This influenced Chad to pursue engineering. He co-founded B&T Group in 2000, initially focusing on …
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David Koepp (Jurassic Park; Spider-man; Mission Impossible)
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Jurassic Park, Spider-man, Mission: Impossible, Carlito's Way, Indiana Jones, Bad Influence, Kimi, Snake Eyes, Panic Room, Presence, Black Bag, and even more. We're lucky to have David Koepp on today's episode. Want to participate in a writing workshop this summer with Ben Blacker and some terrific writers? Go from idea to first draft or get a rewr…
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159: Derek Price - Developing a Clear Plan and Playbook for Personal Growth
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In this conversation, Will Grimes interviews Derek Price, a former professional football player, doctor, and CEO who made the decision to leave his successful career behind and start anew. They discuss Derek's journey from being a football player to becoming a chiropractor and the challenges he faced along the way. They also touch on the importance…
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Hot Topics in Telecom with Ken Schmidt of Steel In The Air
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In this episode of 5G Talent Talk, Carrie Charles speaks with Ken Schmidt, President of Steel in the Air, Inc. Steel in the Air provides guidance to thousands of clients across the United States on cell tower and cell site leases. Ken’s many years of experience has led him to become a pivotal thought leader in the industry, using his knowledge to g…
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Bridging the Generational Divide with "The Grampion" Jim Tracy
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In this episode of 5G Talent Talk, Carrie Charles welcomes Jim Tracy, co-founder of Legacy Telecommunications, author, speaker, and host of "The Grampion" podcast. Jim shares his incredible journey from a small-town welder in rural Minnesota to a prominent figure in the telecommunications industry. Jim shares the ups and downs of growing Legacy Tel…
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Quinn Shephard and Samir Mehta (Under the Bridge)
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Under the Bridge creator Quinn Shephard (writer/director, Not Okay) and showrunner Samir Mehta (Narcos; Fear the Walking Dead) discuss couching emotional story in mystery plot, finding the universal in the specific, the Sopranos as children and as comedy, writing from the heart, reading to hire a room, and lots more. Come see Dead Pilots Society on…
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The Big Cigar's Janine Sherman Barois and Jim Hecht
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The Big Cigar's Janine Sherman Barois (Claws; Criminal Minds) and Jim Hecht (Winning Time; Ice Age) discuss the responsibility of telling true stories, how The Big Cigar isn't just a biopic, working on multiple projects, the state of the industry, and more. Come see Dead Pilots Society on Sunday, June 30, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In D…
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158: Real Estate Rockstars Interviews Will Grimes
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Will Grimes closed 34 deals as a new real estate agent without buying any leads. On today's Real Estate Rockstars, we dissect a different approach to winning business as a new Realtor. Listen and learn how Will won dozens of new clients via social media and his simple, authentic approach to SOI. Plus, you'll hear how to create content that converts…
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Century of Connectivity: The Legacy of Great Plains Communications with Joe Pellegrini
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In this episode of 5G Talent Talk with Carrie Charles, we explore the remarkable journey and company culture of Great Plains Communications (GPC) with Joe Pellegrini, President and COO. With a 113-year legacy, GPC leads the telecom industry by providing essential services to underserved communities. Joe shares insights into GPC's diverse business m…
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This episode is from the Jimmy Rex show, featuring an interview with Will Grimes. Enjoy some insights into what is the driving force behind Will and all of his endeavors.
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Forging the Path at World Wide Technology with Tonya Stopke
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In this episode of 5G Talent Talk, host Carrie Charles chats with Tonya Stopke, Senior Vice President at World Wide Technology (WWT). Tonya shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to a leadership role, emphasizing perseverance, authenticity, and community support. Tonya discusses WWT's evolution into a global tech leader, their pioneeri…
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The First Omen's Arkasha Stevenson + Tim Smith
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The First Omen writer/director Arkasha Stevenson and co-writer Tim Smith discuss bringing their perspective to a beloved franchise, body horror, David Lynch, their writing process, that image, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Writing, where…
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156: An Interview w/ Will Grimes - Featuring: Cody Lanier from the Bearded Monkey Podcast
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Today's episode is a special one. Our guest is Cody Lanier with the Bearded Monkey Podcast. Cody and Will have a shared background in the police department. In this episode, Cody sits down with Will to learn more about his background and share some stories from their past.
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Writer/director Ned Benson (The Greatest Hits; The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby) discusses writing an earnest love story, writing through the lens of a director, the delusions of belief, when to let go, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Wr…
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Today's episode is a conversation about the diffferences between being efficient at something and being effective. While it’s great to be efficient, we talk about why being effective is the real key. In leadership roles especially, your main job is to make sure everyone's not just busy, but busy doing what actually matters. That’s called being effe…
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Today's guest is non other than the new CEO of eXp Realty, Leo Pareja! We were super excited to have Leo on today's episode to discuss his new role as CEO. Leo comes from a past of running a massively successful real estate team and creating one of the biggest tech companies in real estate, REMINE. Today, he now fills the role of CEO at eXp Realty …
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Championing Women in Telecom with Lynn Whitcher, President of WWLF
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Explore the world of telecom leadership with Carrie Charles on the latest episode of 5G Talent Talk. Joining her is Lynn Whitcher, the President of the Women's Wireless Leadership Forum (WWLF) and General Counsel for MD7. Lynn shares her remarkable journey from litigator to telecom industry leader, offering insights into the evolving landscape of w…
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Aron Eli Coleite (Spiderwick Chronicles; Atlas)
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Aron Eli Coleite (creator/showrunner, The Spiderwick Chronicles; Atlas) discusses dialogue and action, helpful Aron-isms, our goldfish attention spans, key differences between TV and movie writing, why development takes so long now, and lots more. Come see Retrospecs on Sunday, May 19, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In Retrospecs, we dig th…
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153: Franchise Growth and Leadership w/ Christopher Angiolillo
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Today's episode is with Christopher Angiolillo aka the DunKing. Chris is the owner of an impressive 11 Dunkin Donuts locations. He shares with us his experience with the franchise and the ups and downs of leadership within the franchise model.
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Don McKellar (co-creator, The Sympathizer)
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Writer/director/actor Don McKellar (co-creator, The Sympathizer' 32 Short Films About Glenn Gould; Childstar) discusses throwing yourself into the deep end, the terrors of expectation, tradlation, and representation, collaborating with Park Chan-wook, how to know when to fight, his role on Slings and Arrows, and more. Come see Retrospecs on Sunday,…
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Wireless Insights And What's Ahead at Connect (X) With Patrick Halley of WIA
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Step into the dynamic world of wireless infrastructure with Carrie Charles on 5G Talent Talk as she sits down with Patrick Halley, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA). Discover Patrick's unexpected journey into telecommunications and his pivotal role in shaping connectivity for all. Patrick sha…
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Michael Jamin (Tacoma FD; Maron) discusses his new collection of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra, sharing versus oversharing, what he learned about art from David Bowie and Pharrel, and more. Buy A Paper Orchestra and see Jamin on his live reading tour! Info here: https://michaeljamin.com/product/a-paper-orchestra/ Come see Retrospecs on Sunday,…
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Evan Waite (Family Guy; The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) discusses the kinds of comedy he enjoys, breaking in by taking chances, his new book Life Wants You Dead: A Calm, Rational and Totally Legit Guide to Scaring Yourself Safe, and more. Come see Retrospecs on Sunday, April 21, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In Retrospecs, we dig those old …
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Melanie Marnich (showrunner, Apples Never Fall)
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Melanie Marnich (creator, Apples Never Fall; The OA; Big Love) discusses pursuing projects that explore personal questions, casting her room for their strengths, pitching her perspective on Lianne Moriarty's novel, the Apples cast's secret text chain, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by…
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152: Dealing With Uncertainty In Business
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This episode is for real estate agents and entrepreneurs looking for some guidance on navigating the ups and downs of the market and entrepreneur life. We also discuss on the often-overlooked truth about the so-called security of corporate jobs versus the entrepreneurial path. Whether you're just starting out in real estate or you're an entrepreneu…
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Abe Sylvia (Palm Royale; George and Tammy)
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Abe Sylvia (creator, Palm Royale, George and Tammy; Dead to Me; Nurse Jackie) discusses making discoveries on set, healthy debate vs story breaking, working with frequent collaborators, how not outlining "reintroduces writerly delight," and more. Come see Retrospecs on Sunday, April 21, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In Retrospecs, we dig t…
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A New Perspective on 5G with Donna Johnson of Cradlepoint
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Join Carrie Charles on this episode of 5G Talent Talk as she engages in an insightful conversation with Donna Johnson, the Chief Marketing Officer of Cradlepoint. Donna shares her remarkable journey to the C-suite, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and adaptability in career growth. As an expert storyteller, Donna eloquently narrates Cradlepo…
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John Orloff (creator, Masters of the Air) discusses scripts as selling tools vs scripts as production tools, integrating research into scenes, writing a nine-hour movie, Band of Brothers, and more. Come see Retrospecs this Sunday, March 17, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In Retrospecs, we dig those old scripts by established writers out of …
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