Best Melanie Leonard Podcasts (2024)

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Venezuela Mixtape 1:12:04

1h ago1:12:04

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The people of Venezuela are preparing for the presidential election this upcoming Sunday. For years, the corporate media and the Washington-dominated opposition have spread lies about the legitimacy of Venezuela's elections. Despite U.S. sanctions and coup attempts, the people of Venezuela continue to protect The Bolivarian Revolution. Track Listin…

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Scaling Back While Generating More: Strategies for Practice Growth With Less Stress | Kirk Teachout 34:58

9m ago34:58

34:58

Are you fed up with your annoying patients or those whose insurance leaves little to no profit? What if I told you that there’s a way to focus on your ideal patient, work less, and still make 7 figures?! This episode’s guest spills the secret. Learn the secrets to dental practice management from a business coach who turned his wife's practice into …

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Healing through forward movement w/ Jacob Johns 41:52

7d ago41:52

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September 28, 2023 began in prayer and celebration and ended in an attempted mass shooting by Trump supporter Ryan Martinez. Relative defender Jacob Johns (Hopi and Akimel O’odham) was shot in the stomach by Martinez but miraculously survived. Nearly 10 months later, friends and comrades came together for the opening night of “Forward Movement,” an…

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Using Your Practice Value to Plan for the Future with Dr. Michelle Hedgecock 37:26

1d ago37:26

37:26

About 80% of dentists are undervaluing what their practice is worth! A shocking number, don't you think? The fact is, several dentists wait until they slow down to sell without realizing that their practice value is highest when they’re at their peak. To share everything you need to know to get the most bang out of your buck when selling is this ep…

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Every cowboy story is a confession: On John Ford's The Searchers (1956) 59:04

9d ago59:04

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[Producer's note: This is the first hour of the conversation. To listen to the entire episode, join our Patreon for as little as $2 a month to access our extensive catalog of bonus content and help support our work! You can also watch the full episode on our YouTube channel linked below] Nick Estes (@nickwestes), Elena Ortiz, and TRN Podcast produc…

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Brace for Impact: Smiles and Stories in the Social Sphere with Janelle Baum 40:11

8d ago40:11

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Are you creating quality video content for your practice? Chances are, you’re not doing it enough! Short-form video content has been on the rise for quite a few years now. So, now, more than ever, dental practices have to lean into this tool to boost patient engagement and compliance. But how do you create content that goes beyond just basic inform…

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Red Power Hour - Drowning is a good way to go 1:25:25

17d ago1:25:25

1:25:25

RPH is back! Co-hosts Melanie Yazzie and Elena Ortiz return to discuss the reasons behind their recent hiatus, the right-wing surveillance and backlash against Red Nation content and organizing, and why making podcasts can be therapeutic. Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel The Red Nation Podcast is produced by Red Med…

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Smile Talk: Leveraging AI Insights for Dental Practice Growth With Breanna McMillen 33:26

15d ago33:26

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Here’s a shocking fact: on average, most dental offices miss at least 30% of their incoming calls. Just imagine all the potential revenue slipping through the cracks just because your staff is too busy to address those calls. Today, I’m bringing you a solution to this! In this episode, I sit down with Breanna McMillen, head of sales at Peerlogic, t…

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(Unlocked) "Two ways to resist, two ways to die" w/ Max Ajl (pt.2) 44:25

20d ago44:25

44:25

(Note: We had originally planned to keep part two behind the paywall, but there was such an enthusiastic response to this conversation between Nick and Max that we decided to unlock it. Thanks to everyone who signed up last week! You can help support our work and get access to the hundreds of hours of bonus content for as little as $2 a month.) The…

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How to Save Big on Equipment for Your Practice By Using Data & AI | Yasin Abbak 39:10

22d ago39:10

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In today's episode, we tackle a huge pain point for dentists: the sky-high prices for equipment. A not-so-widely-known fact is that there’s a dental tax on equipment. In other words, one machine will be much more expensive for a dentist than for a veterinarian. But there’s an innovative tech platform that can help dental professionals find the best…

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"Two ways to resist, two ways to die" w/ Max Ajl (pt.1) 47:23

1M ago47:23

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(Note: This is the first half of Nick's conversation with Max. For the second half, become a patron of Red Media. You can help support our work and get access to the hundreds of hours of bonus content for as little as $2 a month.) TRN Podcast host Nick Estes (@nickwestes) speaks with political ecologist Max Ajl, author of The People's Green New Dea…

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Attract New Patients & Grow Your Practice Through Content With Author, Melanie Deziel 38:38

29d ago38:38

38:38

Dentists often find content creation both time-consuming and intimidating, as it can seem quite out of their wheelhouse. But content marketing is not just for the savvy digital marketers. If done the right way, this powerful tool can help dentists create deeper and more trusting relationships with both existing and potential patients. So, how can y…

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Leonard Peltier Mixtape Vol. 3 59:47

1M ago59:47

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Freedom fighters across Turtle Island already know that today is the day of Leonard Peltier’s parole hearing. Leonard is now 79 years old. This is likely his last opportunity to be considered for parole. A decision is expected by mid-July. Today, millions across Mother Earth are collectively asking the US Parole Commission to recognize that enough …

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10 Things NOT To Do When You’re Hiring for Your Dental Practice | Allison Norris 32:27

1M ago32:27

32:27

Hiring is hard, but hiring non-clinical staff for dental practices is harder. If you've been using employment websites, you know by now that half the candidates are unqualified and several will end up ghosting you. The result is limited options, leading dental practices to recruit subpar employees that won’t stay for long. So, how can you find and …

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Classic case of colonialism: The Kanaky liberation struggle w/ Tina Ngata 58:48

2M ago58:48

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TRN Podcast host Nick Estes (@nickwestes) interviews writer and activist Tina Ngata (@tinangata) on the Kanak people's liberation struggle and the recent uprising against French colonial rule. Watch the episode on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel Learn more about the Kanaky uprising https://www.teaonews.co.nz/2024/05/21/maori-activist-on-new-…

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Supercharging Your Branding for Your Dental Practice with Sarah Ruberg 35:58

1M ago35:58

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How many times have you confused one dental practice with another? I know I have! It’s tricky for dental practices to stand out when it comes to branding. Several use generic stock images and cookie-cutter templates to push content online, missing that one thing that truly sets them apart — authenticity. In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Ruber…

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"He wants to know people are fighting for him": Take action for Leonard Peltier w/ Nick Tilsen 32:06

2M ago32:06

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TRN Podcast host Nick Estes (@nickwestes) welcomes Nick Tilsen (@nicktilsen) from NDN Collective back to the show to discuss Leonard Peltier's upcoming parole hearing and the international coalition fighting to get him released after almost five decades of incarceration for crimes he didn't commit. For more information on how to help Leonard's appe…

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How to Efficiently Exit Your Practice & Maximize Your Profits | Brian Michaud 33:58

2M ago33:58

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Have you planned an exit strategy for your dental practice? It’s commonplace to draft a business plan, but the roadmap for selling and exiting and doing so for max profits is often overlooked. Also, most dentists give themselves too little time and typically overestimate its worth due to emotional attachment. So what do dentists need to know to hav…

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Palestine will be free, now more than ever w/ Frances Hasso 1:10:50

2M ago1:10:50

1:10:50

Marking the 76th year since the Nakba (Catastrophe), Nick Estes speaks to Frances Hasso (@nasawiyya) about the history of the term, how Zionist settler colonial violence preceded and continued after the ethnic cleansing war of 1948, and how the Gaza genocide signals how close the liberation of Palestine really is. Check out Frances' website for her…

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Reimagine Your Operations Manual & Revolutionize Team Management | Laura Johnston 34:06

2M ago34:06

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The average amount spent on dental staff training is about $1,500 per person per year, which is a significant expense for small to mid-sized dental practice owners. But is all that expense really worth it when research shows that learners forget an average of 70% of the new information within 24 hours? Today, I’m sharing a better way to manage oper…

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YOTED: The great rap beef of 2024 and MMIW 51:49

2M ago51:49

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Jen and Justine reflect on how the “rap beef” flooding our screens is serving as a distraction from the escalating genocide of Palestinians, the global sex trade, domestic violence, and Drake's potential involvement in MMIW. Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel The Red Nation Podcast is produced by Red Media and is sust…

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Why Media Endorsements Are Gold for Dentists & How To Use Them To Maximize Your Brand | Christine Haas 38:17

2M ago38:17

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If you feel like your dental practice needs a reputation boost, you should consider leveraging media appearances. But how exactly do you go about that? And what makes a good story? In this episode, I’ve invited media guru and branding expert Christine Haas, CEO of Haas Media and founder of The AI Newsroom. She spent 15 years out of her celebrated c…

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"Academia is a site of resistance, not liberation" w/ Mohamed Abdou 1:10:58

3M ago1:10:58

1:10:58

Mohamed Abdou teaches at Columbia University and has been active in the student-led encampment in solidarity with Gaza. Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel Follow Mohamed on Twitter (@minuetinGmajor) or Instagram(@slightlydrifting) Sign the petition to help protect Mohamed from attacks on his job https://shorturl.at/CS…

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Empowerment in Dentistry: The Game Changing Impact Of Marketing, Mastery, Mindset, and Mentorship | Deneen Dismore 35:51

2M ago35:51

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Have you ever wondered how top professionals in dentistry keep climbing higher? And how can you do the same? Many dental professionals are hungry for growth, but lack the guidance to move forward. That's where mentorship and coaching can play a pivotal role. Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Deneen Dismore, a dynamic fractional CMO and new patient acq…

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Native Deaths by Suicide & Settler Colonialism: A Critical Perspective w/ Jeffrey Ansloos 1:14:33

3M ago1:14:33

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TRN Podcast co-host Nick Estes (@nickwestes) speaks to Jeffrey Ansloos about the many historical, social, and racialized connections between suicide in Indigenous communities and drinking water advisories. Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide both at a social and personal …

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The AI Advantage: Marketing Full Arch Dental Implants Effectively | Wendy Richmond 33:39

3M ago33:39

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Producing content for marketing and keeping up with potential leads can be challenging for many dental practices. If your human staff is struggling to get it done, why not make it happen with the help of AI? Today, I’m sharing how AI for dental marketing can help give you the competitive edge you need! My guest is Wendy Richmond, CEO of Results Mat…

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From Falasteen to O’odham Jeweḍ: Israeli occupation is global w/ Napoleon Marrietta 1:10:09

3M ago1:10:09

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Jen is joined by Napoleon Marrietta (Tohono/Akimel O'odham) who outlines the history of the militarization of O'odham land, and how their liberation struggle is intertwined with the Palestinian liberation. More info: https://www.instagram.com/az2palestine?igsh=MTNnMnBvdTRibXo0cw== https://www.instagram.com/oodhamsolidaritywithpalestine?igsh=ajltemh…

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The #1 Thing Stopping Dentists from Thriving | Andrea Smith 29:48

3M ago29:48

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Did you know that women suffer from burnout at higher rates than men do? This is also true for women in leadership positions, including dentistry. Today’s episode sheds light on the pressing issue of burnout, particularly among female dentists. My guest is Andrea Smith, an advocate for well-being and empowerment, particularly in the healthcare fiel…

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McKenzie Johnson v. Legacies of Anti-Indianism in Education 1:24:20

3M ago1:24:20

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Jen and Justine are joined by McKenzie Johnson, Demetrius Johnson, and Kaylee Bahe to discuss an incident that gained national attention on Halloween of 2018. On October 31, 2018, two Indigenous students were assaulted by their teacher, Mary Jane Eastin, at Cibola High School in Albuquerque, NM. In an AP literature course, one student had the end o…

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Why Crafting an Unparalleled Experience for Your Patients Is Vital in Dentistry | Daniela Skeen 35:12

3M ago35:12

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Did you learn customer service at dental school? Most dental professionals barely scratch the surface of business-related subjects in their education. But to have a thriving dental practice, you need to deliver an unparalleled patient experience. And for that, learning the art of customer service is a must. To explain how to achieve this is today’s…

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Riding the worm: RPH on Dune 2 1:09:15

4M ago1:09:15

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Red Power Hour is back! RPH co-hosts Elena Ortiza and Melanie Yazzie dissect the good, the bad, and the ugly of Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two (2024). Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel The Red Nation Podcast is produced by Red Media and is sustained by comrades and supporters like you. Power our work here: www.pat…

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You Thought You Would Be Happy When…: Tarryn MacCarthy’s Take on Redefining Success & Happiness for Healthcare Professionals 37:32

4M ago37:32

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They said success would make us happy. They were wrong. Let's find out what truly matters. Healthcare professionals are often caught in the pursuit of success at the expense of their well-being, often leading to burnout or disenchantment with their jobs. Today’s episode redefines what true success and happiness look like with the guest Tarryn MacCa…

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Love in the time of crisis w/ Maira Olivia-Rios and Levi Harter 1:23:53

4M ago1:23:53

1:23:53

*We had originally planned to keep this behind the paywall but there was so much positive feedback regarding the earlier episode we decided to unlock the audio.* TRN Podcast co-host Jen Marley hosts a follow-up to their earlier conversation on romantic love with Levi Harter and Maira Olivia-Rios on the difficulties of making meaningful connections …

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