Best Mike Milan Podcasts (2024)

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[UNLOCKED] Memos and Demos 2 59:00

1h ago59:00

59:00

Enjoy this [UNLOCKED] episode of The Sloppy Boys Blowout, our weekly bonus episode available to Patreon subscribers. The guys share more of their nascent ideas-- some promising, some puzzling. Visit patreon.com/thesloppyboys for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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196. Limoncello Spritz 1:12:23

2h ago1:12:23

1:12:23

The guys make a summery spritz hailing from Italy. The digestivo-plus-prosecco cocktail was recently namechecked by pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter. LIMONCELLO SPRITZ RECIPE 2oz/60ml LIMONCELLO 3oz/90ml PROSECCO 2oz/60ml CLUB SODA Combine all ingredients in a wine glass filled with ice and stir. Garnish with lemon wheel and mint sprig. Recipe via @…

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Thought Leadership “From Zero to Insta-Hero” Mike and Blaine 1:01:09

3h ago1:01:09

1:01:09

I keep hearing the term being tossed around about how easy it is to become a micro-influencer. First of all, what in the heck does that even mean, and how is that a path to prosperity? Is today’s modern economy and entrepreneur completely changing the landscape of business? Find out in this episode of Mike & Blaine what it takes to turn your ingenu…

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[UNLOCKED] The Worst of Dr. Benedicto and Lil Thrilla (and Those Other Guys Like Them) 54:15

2h ago54:15

54:15

Enjoy this [UNLOCKED] episode of The Sloppy Boys Blowout, our weekly bonus episode available to Patreon subscribers. In this special episode, we revisit all the awful appearances from those shitty production-duo-slash-rappers. Visit patreon.com/thesloppyboys for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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№12 – Becoming a Top-Level Flavorist with Andrea Albertino 39:24

2h ago39:24

39:24

Welcome back to our podcast! Today, we're thrilled to sit down with Andrea Albertino, who is not only a senior flavorist at Esarom in Austria but also the Honorary President of the British Society of Flavorists. Andrea brings a blend of professional expertise and personal passion (fruit, you will understand later) to our discussion. Check Out These…

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195. Pina Colada Corona 1:39:13

1d ago1:39:13

1:39:13

The guys make the in-the-bottle cocktail that's swept social media by storm... but is it Drink of the Summer material? PINA COLADA CORONA RECIPE 12oz bottle CORONA 2oz/60ml WHITE RUM 1oz/30ml COCONUT CREAM* to top PINEAPPLE JUICE Drink down the neck of a bottle of Corona. Add rum, coconut cream and pineapple juice. Gently tilt to mix. Garnish with …

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Building Your Brand “Fireworks and Fumbles” Mike & Blaine 54:12

3d ago54:12

54:12

Yep, it’s the 4th of July, and we did a podcast episode! We did. This is it! This opportunity got us thinking about all the ways companies try to leverage holidays, events and news to promote themselves. Sometimes it works, and sometimes it flops big time. In this episode, Mike & Blaine talk about the perceived pressure to jump on the bandwagon to …

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[UNLOCKED] Eggs 1:09:36

3d ago1:09:36

1:09:36

Enjoy this [UNLOCKED] episode of The Sloppy Boys Blowout, our weekly bonus episode available to Patreon subscribers. The guys talk eggs and compare their favorite styles of preparation. Visit patreon.com/thesloppyboys for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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194. Brass Monkey with Milan Patel 1:40:23

8d ago1:40:23

1:40:23

The guys are joined by the Official Editor of the Pod to drink that funky monkey (the "beermosa" one, not the cocktail one.) BRASS MONKEY RECIPE 40oz bottle MALT LIQUOR Top up ORANGE JUICE Take a cold 40oz bottle and drink it down to the top of the label. Pour in orange juice until the bottle is full, then shake or turn over gently to mix. Recipe v…

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№11 – Who is a Fragrance Marketing Specialist? With Vicki Last from Carvansons 31:40

9d ago31:40

31:40

Are you curious about the world of fragrance marketing? Ever wonder how real-world experience can trump classroom learning? Join us as we dive into a conversation with Vicki Last, a Fragrance Marketing Specialist at Carvansons, a global perfume and fragrance manufacturer. Vicki's Career pieces of advice from the episode: 1) Embrace Field Learning: …

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Talent Acquisition “Recruit Right. Retain Bright.” on Mike & Blaine 58:44

15d ago58:44

58:44

It’s super frustrating. You’ve hired someone who seemed perfect on paper, but soon, you're back to square one. Maybe it’s a culture clash, or maybe you missed some red flags. In either case, it's frustrating and costly. If you've ever struggled with finding and keeping the right employees, then this episode of Mike & Blaine is for you. Tune in whil…

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[UNLOCKED] Take a Bath 57:17

10d ago57:17

57:17

Enjoy this [UNLOCKED] episode of The Sloppy Boys Blowout, our weekly bonus episode available to Patreon subscribers. Jeff takes his first bath in a decade and makes the guys take one too. Visit patreon.com/thesloppyboys for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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193. Han Slammer 1:22:16

15d ago1:22:16

1:22:16

The guys make a tiki-inspired drink fresh outta Hanford's test kitchen! Is it the drink of the summer... or a classic blunder? HAN SLAMMER RECIPE 1.50z/45ml CAPTAIN MORGAN 1oz/30ml DISARONNO 2oz/60ml GRAPEFRUIT JUICE .5oz/15ml LIME JUICE .5oz/15ml ORGEAT Add ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake well and, with some gusto, SLAM the contents, ice…

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A.I. in Business: “Brains Over Bots” on Mike & Blaine 57:13

18d ago57:13

57:13

Join us on Mike & Blaine as we tackle the hot topic of AI vs. MI (My Intelligence). Discover why no algorithm can match the wit, wisdom, and wild ideas that come from real human brains. We’ll share some hilarious examples and thought-provoking insights on why your smarts beat silicon any day. It's a fun and enlightening chat that proves humans stil…

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192. Orange Whip 1:15:16

22d ago1:15:16

1:15:16

The guys make a creamsicle-like frother that gets namechecked in Blues Brothers (kind of). ORANGE WHIP RECIPE 4oz/120ml ORANGE JUICE 1oz/30ml RUM 1oz/30ml VODKA .5oz/15ml TRIPLE SEC 2oz/60ml HEAVY CREAM Pour all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled and pour into a Collins glass. Garnish with an orange wheel. Recipe via Vin…

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FP&A: From the Basics to Strategic Influence with Christian Wittig 35:27

25d ago35:27

35:27

In this episode of FinFactor, host Blaine Bertsch sits down with FP&A expert Christian Wattig to explore the evolution from basic Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to a strategic role that influences corporate strategy. They dive into the crucial steps businesses must take for this transition, emphasizing the importance of establishing dedicat…

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Business Finances “D.U.M.B: Don’t Understand My Business” on Mike & Blaine 55:18

26d ago55:18

55:18

Everyone thinks their business is unique, and no one will understand what they do. You know, because nobody does it like you. But what happens when you think like that is you can’t see yourself as successful as anyone else and end up lost in the fog of day-to-day routine. Join Mike & Blaine in this hard-hitting episode of the things we do that ofte…

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191. Garden Party with Eva Anderson 1:18:38

29d ago1:18:38

1:18:38

The guys welcome Eva Anderson for a summery, flowery gin drink inspired by a Kentucky Derby party from their past! GARDEN PARTY RECIPE: 2oz/60ml GIN 1oz/30ml DRY VERMOUTH 1oz/30ml LEMON JUICE .5oz/15ml AGAVE NECTAR Add ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled and pour into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with lemon wedg…

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Business Leadership: “Meeting Mayhem” on Mike & Blaine 53:09

1M ago53:09

53:09

It never fails. You are in a meeting. You are making great progress. Then, someone derails the entire conversation. Maybe it’s their attention span, maybe you assumed they knew or understood more than they did. In either case, it's a mood killer and an obstacle to progress. If you’ve ever sat in a meeting that has taken a wrong turn, then this epis…

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Business Growth: “Pushing Through the Muck” on Mike & Blaine 57:43

1M ago57:43

57:43

From navigating startup chaos to scaling challenges, mastering customer retention, and outpacing market competition, they’ve got it covered. Mike and Blaine discuss the evolution of a small business and the entrepreneurial mindset needed to push through the muck and get to growth. Watch them break down the stages you need to understand to drive bus…

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190. Pornstar Martini 1:03:10

1M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

The guys revisit the tacky 2000s with this vanilla-passionfruit "martini" from London's Townhouse bar. RECIPE: 1.5oz/45ml VANILLA VODKA .5oz/15ml PASSION FRUIT LIQUEUR 1oz/30ml PASSION FRUIT PUREE .5oz/15ml LIME JUICE .5oz/15mlVANILLA SIMPLE SYRUP 2oz/60ml, chilled SPARKLING WINE Add ingredients (except sparkling wine) into a shaker with ice. Shake…

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189. Black and Tan 1:00:34

1M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

The guys carefully pour a classic two-tone pint! Contemporarily made with Guinness and Bass (or Harp), the term "Black and Tan" was first recorded in 1889-- but the practice of mixing beers goes back to the 17th century. RECIPE: 8oz/240ml GUINNESS (OR STOUT) 8oz/240ml BASS (OR PALE ALE) Add the pale ale into a pint glass, filling it halfway. Very s…

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Business Leadership "NO. Is A Full Sentence” on Mike & Blaine 56:38

2M ago56:38

56:38

No is such a powerful word. Nobody likes to hear it for sure, and some people hate to say it. But, mastering the word NO is an art form in the small business setting. This simple word can protect your time, set boundaries, and drive your business forward. Join Mike & Blaine as they share practical tips, real-life anecdotes, and a few laughs about t…

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Truth in Beauty panel from Suppliers Day 54:22

2M ago54:22

54:22

This episode features the pre-recorded conversation of the scicommer panel I moderated at NYSCC Suppliers Day earlier this month, brought to you by the Independent Beauty Association, and in conversation with Kenton Hipsher, who is on the ingredient supply side of things, Erica Douglas, aka sisterscientist, from the contract manufacturer POV, and D…

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188. Gonster 1:10:56

2M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

The guys sample the Guinness-Monster hybrid that's taken the memosphere by storm! GONSTER RECIPE 8oz/240ml Guinness 8oz/240ml Monster Energy Nitro Pour Monster Energy Nitro to a pint glass, filling it halfway. Add Guinness, pouring carefully over the back of a spoon, so that the Guinness floats on top. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…

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Customer Retention "Oops… We Did It Again” on Mike & Blaine 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

In this episode of Mike & Blaine, the guys tackle the tricky topic of unfilled promises in business. Ever found yourself overpromising and underdelivering? Mike and Blaine share their own slip-ups and how they’ve managed to bounce back. From managing expectations to mending broken trust, they’ve got the tips you need to keep your business relations…

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The Issue of Research Fraud, featuring Reese Richardson 1:35:19

2M ago1:35:19

1:35:19

This episode features a deep dive conversation into the world of research fraud, featuring research fraud researcher Reese Richardson. What is the issue, why is it happening, and how should we think about all of this when we’re thinking about the quality of scientific research and science itself. We also explored turmeric research as a case example…

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№10 – From IFF Scent Manager to Luisa Jo Founder with Franziska Josteit 53:40

2M ago53:40

53:40

After more than 12 years in the fragrance industry, where she served in various roles at International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), Franziska Josteit founded her high-end perfume brand, "Luisa Jo - Wild Perfumery." Here are some key pieces of career advice she shares in this episode: Talk to strangers: Discussions on a train can open up new industri…

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187. Green Tea Shots 58:15

2M ago58:15

58:15

The guys make the shots that are (apparently) sweeping the nation and (supposedly) taste like Arizona Green Tea. RECIPE: .5oz/ 15ml IRISH WHISKEY .5oz/15ml PEACH SCHNAPPS .5oz/15ml SOUR MIX top up LEMON-LIME SODA Add whiskey, schnapps and sour mix into a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a shot glass. Top up with lemon-lime soda. *For sour mix…

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Customer Acquisition “The Price Is Right” on Mike & Blaine 1:01:44

2M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

One of the biggest questions business owners have is about pricing. It is one strategy that can dictate your success or failure in customer acquisition. Too much and people won’t buy. Too little, and you won’t make any money. In this episode, Mike & Blaine take the subject of pricing head-on. This is one episode you will want to buckle up for. Like…

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Sustainability in Cosmetics - Panel Replay from SCC Suppliers Day 52:51

2M ago52:51

52:51

This weeks’ episode features the pre-recorded pre-show run of the Sustainability in Cosmetics panel I moderated at NYSCC Suppliers Day in new york a few weeks ago! In conversation with Amol Kirtikar, Senior Manager of Sustainability & Innovation Americas at Clariant, Kurt Reynertson PhD, Global Lead for Ingredient Policy at Kenvue and Akemi Ooka Ph…

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#450 - Mike Caldwell gets REAL about using Empathic Marketing Strategy to empower businesses and entrepreneurs with high-ticket offerings 34:22

2M ago34:22

34:22

As The Marketing Medic, I leverage my trademarked Empathic Marketing Strategy to empower businesses and entrepreneurs with high-ticket offerings. My mission is to help clients identify and deeply understand their audiences, enabling them to craft a resonant Empathic Marketing message that makes their audience feel truly understood. With a strong fo…

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186. Ferrari 1:09:03

2M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

The guys combine beloved amari for a shot they picked up in Chicago! RECIPE: .75oz/22ml FERNET BRANCA .75oz/22ml CAMPARI Add both ingredients into a shot glass. Drink as a shot. For a cocktail, double the proportions and serve on ice (optional). Recipe via Liquor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Cash Flow Management “Broke No Joke: Quick Fixes” on Mike & Blaine 58:26

2M ago58:26

58:26

The panic is real. You feel it. You almost become manic. You need money fast. What do you do? When your business runs headfirst into the realities of a cash flow crunch, sometimes it's too late to go the traditional route. You need some creativity to bring some cash in fast or find a way to get you a little bit of relief. In this episode, Mike & Bl…

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A product development timeline 101 with Lorna Radford 1:06:47

2M ago1:06:47

1:06:47

This podcast featured a 101 about the timeline of product development; from brief to formulation to testing to scale up. To help us cover the topic, this episode featured Lorna Radford from ENKOS. Hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!By The Eco Well

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185. Orange Wine with Lamar Woods 1:29:15

2M ago1:29:15

1:29:15

The guys are joined by writer-actor-rapper Lamar Woods as they sip a wine that's neither made from oranges, nor orange in color (necessarily!) Orange wine is available at wine stores, NOT grocery stores (typically!) Lamar's album Highly Sensitive Person is now streaming everywhere. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Unlocking ERP Potential with Gene Hammons 51:32

3M ago51:32

51:32

In this episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch and Gene Hammons discuss selecting and implementing the right ERP system. They cover the crucial roles of training, change management, and internal team engagement for successful implementation. They also touch on managing costs, avoiding implementation fatigue, and the limitations of traditional RFPs. G…

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Business Growth “Client Communication Simplified” on Mike & Blaine 54:11

3M ago54:11

54:11

Have you ever seen two people just missing the point together? It’s weird to see a business and their client having two different conversations at the same time. The client is frustrated but doesn’t know the right jargon to describe what’s happening, and the business owner is trying to solve the wrong problem, causing more frustration. In this epis…

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#449 - Jason Friedman gets REAL about Scaling Your Business by Obsessing over your Customers’ Success 56:12

3M ago56:12

56:12

Imagine a captivating performance where the audience is completely transfixed. Not a peep. Total focus, until, suddenly, rising as one, they leap to their feet, furiously applauding and demanding more. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasondfriedman/ cxformula.com Why? The audience was taken on a journey. Their needs were anticipated and then met. Their…

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Digital Transformation “From Barter To Blockchain” on Mike & Blaine 55:47

3M ago55:47

55:47

In some form or fashion business has always existed. But the evolution of it is fascinating, and the basics still apply no matter what shape it takes. What is interesting is how the evolution has just been to add layers of complexity. At times, making it hard for business owners to understand the landscape. Join Mike & Blaine as they discuss how bu…

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184. Zapp's Voodoo Bloody Mary 1:10:56

3M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

The guys sit around gathering dust... to bring you the thrill of a lifetime! Zapp's Voodoo Bloody Mary Pretzel Stix are available in select stores. RECIPE: 2oz/60ml VODKA 4oz/120ml TOMATO JUICE .7oz/20ml LEMON JUICE 2 dashes WORCESTERSHIRE 1/4 tsp each CREOLE SEASONING, CAYENNE, PAPRIKA, GARLIC POWDER Rim a highball glass with the dust from Zapp's …

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An Oral Care 101 with Natalie Hendrix 1:05:29

3M ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Somehow I still haven't covered oral care on the podcast, so to help fix that, this week's episode features oral care formulation chemist Natalie Hendrix! This episode was a 101 on the topic - hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, write a review and subscribe! If it's accessible, we also have a Patr…

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183. Rum and Coke Spiced 1:22:30

3M ago1:22:30

1:22:30

The guys put a spin on a classic-- Coca Cola's latest variant boasts "spice" and a hint of raspberry flavor. RUM & COKE SPICED RECIPE: 2oz/60ml RUM 4oz/120ml COCA-COLA SPICED Combine ingredients in a highball glass filled with ice and stir. Recipe via Mike Hanford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Business Development “Old School Sales: What Still Works?” on Mike & Blaine 54:42

3M ago54:42

54:42

At the beginning of our careers, business cards were the staple of business. So was a Rolodex and a phone call. Like bread, milk and eggs, you got a desk, a phone number and a business card and boom, you were in business. With the world moving online in a much bigger way in the past few years, is there still room for old-school tactics? Mike & Blai…

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#448- Shane Mishler gets REAL about Driving Operational Excellence and Relationship Building in Tech 36:04

3M ago36:04

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🚀 Driving Operational Excellence and Relationship Building in Tech As the Chief Operating Officer at SD Tech, I lead our dynamic team in providing consultation, implementation, and support for technology and IT solutions to businesses. We have disrupted this space by not just focusing on tech, but on people. We're about building lasting relationshi…

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