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Married to the Startup is a modern podcast where power couple, George and Alicia McKenzie, navigate the thrilling intersection of marriage, family, and entrepreneurship. With over a 15 years of partnership, this CEO and entrepreneurial coach duo share candid insights on building businesses while fostering a strong family unit.
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Married To A Startup

Chandler & Doug Leonard

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This is the Married to a Startup Podcast. Each episode we invite an entrepreneur and their spouse to share the realities of raising a family while building a business. Each couple has a unique story to about leveraging each other's strengths to build awesome things. Our hope is that you will laugh along with the couples and maybe even walk away some new ideas about how to tackle your current startup and family endeavors. We hope you enjoy!
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Sit down with growth leaders and marketing executives from leading brands and companies across industries and stages. From exploring the evolution of growth marketing to walking the tightrope between brand and performance marketing to the epic saga of launching an ecommerce brand—we’ll dig into it all! Our guests will share their wins and war stories, and arm you with actionable insights on how to craft best-in-class strategies, execute with efficiency, and build your dream team. Growth Talk ...
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A-Team (Alex & Andra)

Alex Bass & Andra Vomir

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A-Team is a video mini-series featuring husband and wife team Alex Bass & Andra Vomir. We're married, work together, and invest in startups. Follow along as we build the tools to overcome paralysis by analysis in life and in business. Join us in building Efficient App (efficient.app) in public, struggles, unlocks, finances and all, and see what it's actually like being partners in business, and in life. 🦾 Video version available on YouTube: https://efficient.link/ateam
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South West Tech Daily Podcast

South West Tech Daily Podcast

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We are the South West! How does the region stand up to the rest of the country (very well!), what innovations are happening here (more than we can say in a 200 word bio) and how do we make tech diverse (we have lots of ideas!) Presented by former broadcast journalists Robert Hillier and Feyaza Khan (who are also married) South West Tech Daily is a showcase of the region with insights, important things you need to know and just great chats with lovely people. Also, get in touch if you're a so ...
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“Do not listen to this radio / podcast if you want a normal life with a college degree, simple job and have plans to get married according to your parents.” - Digital Gandhi This show is for those of you who wish to go on an adventure to unknown paths that you've always wanted to explore: whether you've ever wanted to drop out of college or break up with your GF, or if you want to start a startup. Onkar Kishan Khullar aka Digital Gandhi 3 Time College Dropout | Author | 12 TED Talks | Social ...
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#nntech will bring fresh perspectives from the Fintech world, interviews with notable entrepreneurs in the startup scene, and we will discuss tools and methods that’ll make work more fun and rewarding.
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UPersevere is a podcast for ambitious women and men that hold their core values in high regard while persevering in business and in life. We’re sharing honest, inspiring stories about fundraising a startup, product development, scaling your business, and leaning on your values through both your professional and family life. Patty Post is the Founder and CEO at Checkable Medical, a wife and a mother of 3, who believes that your family’s health care starts at home.
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Richie Norton is an award-winning, bestselling author and entrepreneur. His books include Anti-Time Management, The Power of Starting Something Stupid and Résumés Are Dead & What to Do About It. Richie was named one of the world's top 100 business coaches by Dr. Marshall Goldsmith. He is an international speaker (including TEDx and Google Startup Grind). Richie is a serial entrepreneur including the founder of Global Consulting Circle, creating/scaling business models for venture-backed star ...
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Send us a text In this episode of Married to the Startup, Alicia and George discuss various topics including defining success, choosing the right friends, private vs public school education, and the ethics of AI. They emphasize the importance of a broad definition of success that includes happiness, relationships, and personal fulfillment. They als…
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Send us a text In this episode, Alicia and George get real about some of the struggles and frustrations in the world of content creation and everyday life. From taking a critical look at the modern influencer and content creator market to decision fatigue as a founder and parent, they share how it has impacted their personal and professional lives.…
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In this episode of Growth Talks, Krystina Rubino interviews Ty Conner, the Senior Director of Growth Marketing Offline at Rocket Money. Ty shares his journey from being a geologist in remote Alaska to becoming a key player in Rocket Money's marketing team. He discusses the foundational decisions and strategies that have propelled Rocket Money to th…
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► About this Video In this episode of Growth Talks, Krystina Rubino sits down with Mike Lackman, former CEO of Trade Coffee and PetFlow and current board member, advisor, and investor at various ecommerce brands. Mike shares his journey through various C-suite roles, the importance of creating and maintaining a vision, and how to balance growth wit…
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In this episode of Growth Talks, host Krystina Rubino interviews Patrick Moran, Head of Growth Marketing at Robinhood. Patrick dives into the distinctions between brand marketing and brand advertising, highlighting the crucial integration of data and storytelling for establishing successful growth strategies. He shares practical insights on optimiz…
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In this episode of Growth Talks, Krystina Rubino chats with Mark Fiske, Operating Partner for marketing and digital transformation at H.I.G. Capital. They dive into key aspects of growth marketing, the impact of generative AI, and strategies for effective digital transformation. 🗝️ Key Takeaways: In the short term, generative AI enhances tactical o…
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Send us a text In this episode, Alicia and George discuss various topics including budgeting for business and home, financial management, and individuality for their children. They also share their experiences with teaching their kids about finance and investing. Alicia emphasizes the importance of mindset and manifestation in achieving goals and o…
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In this episode of Growth Talks, Krystina Rubino chats with Chelsea Cramer, Marketing Analytics Lead at Credit Karma. They dive into the world of marketing analytics, discussing the evolution of marketing tools, the impact of data privacy changes on attribution, and strategies for effective marketing measurement in a privacy-first world. ⏰ Timestam…
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Send us a text In this episode of Married to the Startup, Alicia and George discuss government-focused businesses and the challenges of starting and growing a company in the government contracting space. They also explore the role of AI in various industries and the potential impact on creativity and job markets. The conversation concludes with a d…
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In this episode of Growth Talks, Krystina Rubino chats with Laura Brooks, the co-founder of The Foundation Collective and previously led marketing at CPG brands Solid Gold Pet and Boom Chicka Pop. Laura shares her expertise in balancing the growing world of ecommerce with traditional brick-and-mortar stores and dives deep into the importance of hav…
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Send us a text In this episode, George and Alicia discuss entrepreneur pitfalls and regrets, as well as the best way to start a new company. They emphasize the importance of having the end goal in mind and making sure that the steps taken align with that goal. They also share their biggest regret in their business careers, which is giving away equi…
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Professor Simon Jackson from Molendotech in Bristol talks about the important water-testing technology that lets you check water quality right in the field, with results in just 15 minutes. In the past, testing water quality could take up to 48 hours and had to be done in a lab. The Bacterisk kit is super portable—it fits in a briefcase—so water ut…
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In this episode, your host Krystina Rubino chats with Ben Starmer, CEO and co-founder of Dad Grass, a Hemp and CBD brand. Ben shares his journey from being the Global Marketing Director at Levi Strauss to founding a bootstrapped e-commerce business in the challenging cannabis industry. Discover what inspired Ben to start Dad Grass, how he navigated…
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Send us a text The hosts discuss the importance of acknowledging success as an entrepreneur and celebrating victories along the way. They reflect on their own experiences in business and how they have sometimes overlooked the small wins in pursuit of larger goals. They emphasize the need to celebrate the little victories and appreciate the journey,…
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Ever wondered when you should hire your first product marketer? 🤔 In this episode, Krystina Rubino sits down with Deanna Dong, Head of Product Marketing at Writer, a generative AI company. Formerly the VP of Marketing at Wealthfront, Deanna’s experience in early to late stage companies across AI, SaaS, healthcare, FinTech, and crypto gives her a un…
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Send us a text In this episode of Married to the Startup, Alicia and George discuss health and wellness, including their own fitness routines and experiments with biohacking. They also talk about the benefits and drawbacks of the keto diet and the rise of plant-based meat alternatives. The conversation then shifts to work-life balance and the propo…
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In this episode of Growth Talks, Krystina Rubino chats with Doug Hoggatt, VP of Marketing at Elfster, to explore the past, present, and future of growth marketing. Doug shares his extensive experience and insights from over 25 years in the industry, discussing the shift from early digital marketing strategies to today's complex landscape, the impac…
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Send us a text In this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie discuss various topics related to starting and running a business, the impact of social media on children, and financial advice for women. They emphasize the importance of follow-through and hard work in entrepreneurship and the need for consistency and persistence. They also highlight the …
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In this episode of Growth Talks, Krystina Rubino chats with Manbir Sodhia, SVP of Marketing at Whisker, the brand behind the innovative products including Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and Litterbox. Manbir discusses how to build the foundation needed for sustainable DTC acquisition strategies, the importance of diversifying beyond Meta and Google, a…
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Welcome to Growth Talks, Right Side Up’s new sit down series. Join us as we chat with growth leaders and marketing executives from leading brands and companies across industries and stages including Credit Karma, Coinbase, Whisker, and many more. Our guests will spill the tea, share their wins and war stories, and arm you with actionable insights o…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie discuss their experiences traveling with their five entrepreneurial children. They talk about the challenges and joys of traveling as a multiracial family and share tips for booking airline tickets and navigating airports with kids. They also discuss their love for Disney cruises an…
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We talked about the challenges faced by women in tech-- and the barriers stopping them. Join Robert Hillier & Feyaza Khan as they speak to Caitlin Gould from Tec Women CIC and Emma Mallett from Optimising IT. Subscribe to get our next episode on fostering diversity in tech with Tom Bright from Bright Evolve. If you want to get on the podcast, email…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie introduce themselves as the hosts of the podcast 'Married to the Start-Up.' They discuss their background in IT startup and health and wellness, as well as their experience in investment and real estate. They also talk about their approach to balancing entrepreneurship and family li…
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Send us a text In this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie introduce themselves as the hosts of the podcast 'Married to the Start-Up.' They discuss their background in IT startup and health and wellness, as well as their experience in investment and real estate. They also talk about their approach to balancing entrepreneurship and family life, incl…
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We're dropping some serious knowledge on this episode of the South West Tech Daily podcast. Shoutouts to Scott Preece and Brett Lambe for turning the usually boring (sorry!) IP and investment laws into a lively chat. These guys are the real MVPs, so it's no wonder they got the nod for Tech South West's Growth Forge program – which is helping South …
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Thanks for listening to the South West Tech Daily Podcast! Join Feyaza Khan and Robert Hillier as they dive into the dynamic world of tech in the burgeoning South West. We speak to Dan Pritchard from Tech South West who is taking entries to the revolutionary Growth Forge programme available to growing businesses right here in the South West. We als…
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Join Feyaza Khan and Robert Hillier in a special 2023 roundup of the South West Tech Daily podcast, where we reflect on another year of brilliant conversations We're looking at our top interviews of 2023, with some previously unheard bits, so lucky you! Garry Hunt from Software Cornwall's Agile on the Beach is looking for some tech speakers - is th…
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This episode was supposed to be a Tech South West awards download, but turned into a self-help episode on how to get a more diverse range of people into tech. Software developer Fran Solo from Stornoway.io tells us her incredible journey into tech (but it's not long enough we need more!) Niki Davies from Software Cornwall has some AMAZING news on h…
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It's a wrap! Season 1 of our A-Team Mini Series has come to an end. In this episode, we share some behind the behind the scenes along with Cory (our video producer). This was filmed back in May 2023 and so much has evolved since we filmed this already. When we filmed this, we were just starting out on YouTube, had no idea what our channel would tur…
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This is the story of how we tried investing in Arc Browser (Chrome competitor built by the team at The Browser Company). In this episode, we bring you along the journey of getting on Josh Miller's radar (CEO) and give you a look into the DM's and phone calls with him that led to more than 3 failed attempts at investing. If you're also a fan of Arc …
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#63: Flip the script and transform challenges into progress! If you’re a founder, you may already know of some things testing your small business. You’re not alone. In this episode, Patty inspires action to help you defeat complacency and overcome career hardships. Follow the UPersevere Podcast on Instagram here and on Facebook here. Follow Patty P…
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#62: Virtual hug incoming. If you’re a startup business in full-blown fundraising mode, this episode is for you. Patty gets honest and motivating as she shares what she's learned: the good, bad and ugly of reeling in new and consistent capital. Liked this episode? Leave a positive review! Follow the UPersevere Podcast on Instagram here and on Faceb…
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The big night is almost here and we are EXCITED! Lucy Savin and Tyne Hill from Howden talk to us from their office in Padstow - also they are going to the awards for the first time ever! Niki Davies is presenting the awards for a second time, and also talks to us about the programmes Software Cornwall have for experienced people looking to switch t…
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Watch this before you start angel investing 👀 When we first had the opportunity to angel invest in a tech startup, we knew nothing about "how to angel invest". This led us to speaking to many angel investors, venture capitalists, and watching dozens of videos on the topic. Since then, we've gotten tons of questions from others who are looking to le…
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#61: It’s not easy, but it’s important work! From fundraising to launching to scaling a new business, there will come waves of challenges in your career. Patty opens up about her personal experience with rejection and how you can spin hardships to wins. Follow the UPersevere Podcast on Instagram here and on Facebook here. Follow Patty Post on Insta…
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#60: She deleted the apps and was blown away by its impact. Patty reclaims her CEO drive by observing where her energy goes and how it best serves. It’s an inspiring episode about modern boundary management without sacrificing your professional development goals. Follow the UPersevere Podcast on Instagram here and on Facebook here. Follow Patty Pos…
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In this episode we talk to Bristol Tech Fest's Headline Sponsor--> Ghyston. The festival is on from October 9-13th this year. Ghyston also build bespoke software for companies- more here: https://www.ghyston.com Thanks to Gemma Comley for a super fun chat! Joe Bevan from Tech South West is on with us, as this year's awards get underway at Sandy Par…
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#59: Are excuses weighing down your personal development and career? Listen and lighten your load as host Patty Post gets raw and inspirational about intention. It’s the motivation you’ve been searching for to conquer your big picture aspirations. Follow the UPersevere Podcast on Instagram here and on Facebook here. Follow Patty Post on Instagram h…
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#58: What’s it like to be married to a bada$$ entrepreneur that’s disrupting an industry? Patty’s husband, Andy, is here to share his perspective. Patty and Andy get real and open about marriage, raising their three children, and deciding to move to North Dakota so that Patty could pursue Checkable. This is a raw conversation between two people tha…
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In this podcast we talk about why your startup needs a marketing strategy with Caroline Orr from Program The new financial help for south west businesses that's available from British Business Bank with Ed Tellwright And we look at one of the region's best (and most fun) tech networking events Agile on the Beach, with organisers Garry Hunt and Gwen…
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Video Version Available on YouTube (efficient.link/youtube) Review Us on Apple Podcasts (efficient.link/ateam/review) A-Team is a mini-series featuring husband and wife team Alex & Andra. We're married, work together, and invest in startups. Follow along as we build the tools to overcome paralysis by analysis in life and in business. Join us in bui…
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#57: After raising millions herself, host and CEO of Checkable Health, Patty Post, is sharing some detailed wisdom on what she’s learned about investors. She talks about how many slides your presentation deck should be, why you need to tell investors how much money they’re going to make, and how to provide details to potential investors to increase…
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#56: Have you joined the 4:00 AM club? Host, Patty Post, shares how she has optimized her time on Mondays, and every other day of the week as well. As goal oriented business owners and parents, we must be disciplined in order to achieve everything we want to. We live in a lazy society that doesn’t move our bodies enough and makes excuses for why we…
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...Because the sea weed! See (sea?) what we did there? On this episode we speak to Data Duopoly's Tanuvi Ethunandan about how her startup is getting more people on to our high streets using public transport and we talk to Neil Morris from Kelpi who talks about the coating his company makes for food and drinks packaging. All of our guests are right …
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