Best Nick Maddox Podcasts (2024)

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East Meets West 19 – They Do That Through Chemtrails 1:27:34

7+ y ago1:27:34

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Rob’s continued unexplained absence from the airwaves mean an all-West encounter between Nick and Future Chat co-host Mike Attrell. Mike and Nick discuss Canadian medical marijuana, electoral reform, and the current state of politics in general at length. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletr…

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East Meets West 18 – Elizabeth May Was Also There

8y ago

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The boys meet in the present instead of the Future, to discuss basic income, electoral reform, and mangoes, of all things. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30-day trial, and help support the show. Links: Swiss Reject Basic Income Prop…

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EP44: Business Finance Expert Andrea Travillian Breaks Down Wealth Plans Outside Of Your Startup 20:06

8y ago20:06

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In this amazing episode, Andrea Travillian discusses how she became an entrepreneur and angel investor, how her company helps founders plan for the future, and the importance of financial strategy for startups.

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EP43:Gust.com Founder David S. Rose Shares How He Became A Super Angel Investor 43:58

8y ago43:58

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You don't want to miss this episode. Super angel investor DavidS. Rose shares how he became successful, how Gust.com is part of80% of angel investments around the world, how to raise capital andwhat it takes to be successful.

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EP42: Mr Marketology Jeff Beale On Becoming A Thought Leader Thru Modern Technology 34:54

8y ago34:54

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In this episode Jeff Beale shares how to become a thoughtleader, how to identify key market demographics, and the smartway to build customer loyalty.

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EP41: VentureFirst CEO John Shumate Explains Valuation & Growth Of Middle America Startups 29:18

8y ago29:18

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CEO John Shumate explains how valuations are structured, whyinvestors are starting to look at middle America startups forinvestment, and the shift in how business plans are viewed byinvestors.

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EP40: Serial Entrepreneur & Investor Nick Matzorkis Shares How He Built & Sold 18 Companies 39:26

8+ y ago39:26

39:26

In this fantastic interview, entrepreneur turned venture capital investor Nick Matzorkis, tells how he built 18 companies from scratch, how to fail fast, and what he sees as the future for startups!

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EP39: Startup Capital Raising Expert John Livesay Explains How To Perfect Your Pitch 23:56

8+ y ago23:56

23:56

In this great episode, John Livesay dives into the complexities of raising capital, how to impress potential investors, and 3 things you better be able to answer!

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EP 38: Entertainment Attorney Michael Prywes On Entertainment Law & Protecting Media Startups 32:33

8+ y ago32:33

32:33

In this great episode, Michael Prywes talks about his transition from being a movie producer to an attorney for startups, and shares insight on how media startups and artists can protect themselves.

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EP 37: Entrepreneur of the Year Joel Holland Shares How He Built VideoBlocks & The Importance Of Video 37:04

8+ y ago37:04

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In this fantastic episode Joel Holland, Founder & Executive Chairman of VideoBlocks.com shares how he starting his company in college, the importance of focus, and how to leverage video to grow your company.

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EP 36: TEDex Speaker & Entrepreneur Tom Hunt Talks About Using Virtual Assistants To Improve Productivity 24:24

8+ y ago24:24

24:24

TEDex speaker Tom Hunt tells his story of going from the corporate world to selling leggings for me, to launching a startup that helps entrepreneurs maximize their time.

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East Meets West 16 – Western Bias Edition

8+ y ago

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Rob's away in New York this weekend, but that doesn't mean the show needs to stop (but it does delay its release quite a bit!) This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30-day trial, and help support the show. Links: Equalization Payments - Br…

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EP35: Best Selling Author Ebong Eka Talks About How You Get On TV 41:04

8+ y ago41:04

41:04

Best selling author, public speaker and regular Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, Forbes contributor Ebong Eka shares his story of success and how to become a thought leader.

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East Meets West 15 – Laden with Symbolism, and not Reality

8+ y ago

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Nick and Rob chat about the new Maple Leaf, bicycles, and the re-ignition of the basic income debate in Canadian politics. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30-day trial, and help support the show. Links: New Leafs Logo Cracking glass …

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EP34: Venture Capitalist Shane Spencer Breaks Down Investor ROI Requirements, Funding Types & What Get's His Attention 36:31

8+ y ago36:31

36:31

In this episode angel investor and venture capital fund manager Shane Spencer breaks down funding types, what investors are looking for, the specifics to know if you want to get funded, and how to get past the first round!

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East Meets West 14 – Made to Measure

8+ y ago

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The guys discuss new job potential, weird Canadian news including a new Leafs logo, and economic disagreements in both the East and West. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30-day trial, and help support the show. Links: Indochino Suits…

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EP33: HARO Founder & Angel Investor Peter Shankman Talks About How To Get His Attention 31:39

8+ y ago31:39

31:39

Serial entrepreneur and angel investor Peter Shankman shares his coming up with HARO, how so many startup ideas are sparked from personal need, and how to get his attention as an investor. And what not to do!

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EP 32: Tim Ozgener Fomer CEO Of CAO Cigars On The Importance Of Customer Experience 34:10

8+ y ago34:10

34:10

Tim Ozgener explains the importance of customer experience, how he transitioned from an actor and comic to CEO of CAO Cigars, led the company to exit, and now is giving back to the world of modern art as a philanthropist.

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EP31: Angel Investor Of The Year Manny Fernandez Talks Crowdfunding, Raising Capital & Entrepreneurship 35:08

8+ y ago35:08

35:08

San Francisco angel investor of the year Manny Fernandez explains new things happening in the world of equity crowdfunding, why he founded Dreamfunded, and even offers to help startup founders with resources they need to raise capital!

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East Meets West 1 – Toronto, the Great Unifier 1:14:14

8+ y ago1:14:14

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An idea for a podcast, borne of a conversation a long, long time ago, to sit down and talk about Canadian issues. Join +Rob Attrell and +Nick Maddox for East Meets West, a brand new show from Unwind Media. If you want to listen in your favourite podcast player, use this link: http://feeds.feedblitz.com/eastmeetswest. Let me know what you think of t…

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EP30: Startup Founder Laura Roeder Explains Bootstrapping & Social Media 31:01

8+ y ago31:01

31:01

Social media expert Laura Roeder shares how she bootstrapped Edgar to a multi-million dollar company, and how to leverage social media!

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EP29: Angel Investor Tatyana Gray Explains What Investors Are Looking For 44:22

8+ y ago44:22

44:22

Angel investor Tatyana Gray explains shifts in the investment world, and shares different things that turn off investors to founders and ways to impress them.

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East Meets West 13 – No New Tim Hortons

8+ y ago

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Nick and Rob take some time out of their under-employment to chat about the lack of life-sustaining work, the newest Liberal changes to Senate appointments, and porn and prostitution laws. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30-day trial…

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28: Angel Investor Ivan Raiklin Talks About The Sharing Economy 33:51

8+ y ago33:51

33:51

Angel investor Ivan Raiklin talks about why he started investing in sharing economy startups, the power of podcasting and shares insight into becoming successful.

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East Meets West 12 – My Eyes Are Up Here

8+ y ago

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Rob and Nick do a very intimate episode, discussing Canada's new cabinet, our applications to the Liberal Party, and the sale of Hydro One. Are we wearing shirts in this episode? Listen to find out! This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30…

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East Meets West 11 – Nice Hehr Though

8+ y ago

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The election is all over now, and we discuss the implications, some of the day's biggest surprises, and delve surprisingly deeply into gender bias and discrimination, and indigenous peoples' issues. Who would think a conversation on toplessness would end up being so productive? This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audib…

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East Meets West 10 – North Meets South (Election Edition)

9y ago

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We discuss the October 19 Canadian election, including the issues, voting strategies, and democratic reform. Which left-leaning party will Rob choose? We're joined by Matt Staroste for a very special election episode of East Meets West! This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind toda…

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East Meets West 9 – Dad Babclock

9y ago

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After a sizable break, Nick and Rob are back to discuss the upcoming Canadian election, the Leafs chances of winning the Cup this year, and how Soylent has been impacting our lives and weights. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30-day …

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27: Michael Johnstone Talks About Working With Mark Cuban 41:01

9y ago41:01

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David and Monica have a great interview with Michael Johnstone, a serial entrepreneur who is currently a portfolio manager for Mark Cuban!

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East Meets West 8 – Wild Tundra and Poutine

9y ago

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Today on East Meets West, Nick and Rob discuss the NHL draft, polling for the fall's federal election, the mass exodus of cabinet ministers and what that might mean. We also discuss why French foodies can't call themselves that. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and ge…

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East Meets West 17 – Expended All Their Political Capital

9y ago

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Rob and Nick catch up on the last 3 months of ridiculous politics, including the census' glorious return, #elbowgate, and more on toplessness. This episode of East Meets West is also brought to you in part by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/Unwind today and get a free audiobook and free 30-day trial, and help support the show. Links: Goats are …

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East Meets West 7 – Verba Difficiles Sunt

9y ago

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Rob and Nick are joined by special guest and Future Chat co-host +Mike Attrell to discuss the outcome of the recent Alberta election, and the NDP Crushing of their political opponents. We also get into some interesting political discourse regarding the sex-ed curriculum fight going on in Ontario right now, and discuss the implications of an provinc…

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East Meets West 6 – Objectively, Edmonton Is Worse

9+ y ago

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Rob and Nick talk more about time zone changes and universal time, the NHL playoffs (Go Habs) and draft lottery race (Go Leafs) are both heating up, and we get serious and discuss Canada's possible growing role in Middle Eastern conflict. If you enjoy the show, be sure to check out our Patreon page, patreon.com/UnwindMedia. Every little bit helps t…

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East Meets West 5 – Squeezing Money Out Of Sand

9+ y ago

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This week, daylight savings woes, Nick's massive Canadian Election blog oeuvre, and faux punditry among the Conservative elite. Should Alberta collect sales tax? We think so! If you enjoy the show, be sure to check out our Patreon page, patreon.com/UnwindMedia. Every little bit helps to keep this and all of our shows running! This episode of East M…

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East Meets West 4 – I’ll Edit This Out

9+ y ago

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This week, we discuss the societal implications of the recent supreme court ruling on physician assisted suicide, discuss CSIS and the new terrorism laws, and finally wonder to ourselves how Target could've potentially survived the long Canadian winter. Links: Aristotle, on democracy John Baird points a lot If you want to listen in your favourite p…

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East Meets West 3 – They’re Called Soviets in Russia

9+ y ago

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In this episode, we discuss the Canadian economy and the implementation of carbon tax, income splitting and helping the less fortunate, and finally we let meteorologists off the hook for inaccurate long-range forecasts. If you want to listen in your favourite podcast player, use this link: http://feeds.feedblitz.com/eastmeetswest. You can also find…

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East Meets West 2 – The Blob of Parties

9+ y ago

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This episode of East Meets West features some follow-up on beer and milk, FAR too much talk of blenders, and a primer on the Alberta political juggernaut that is the Conservative Party. If you want to listen in your favourite podcast player, use this link: http://feeds.feedblitz.com/eastmeetswest. Let us know what you think of the show in a comment…

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26: Fast Company Founder Alan Webber Shares His Powerful Story To Entrepreneurs 39:43

10y ago39:43

39:43

Founder of Fast Company Alan Webber shares his amazing story of growing Fast Company, his experience in entrepreneurship and what led him to run for Governor of New Mexico.

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25: Anna Ruth Williams Shares How To Actually Get PR Coverage For Your Startup 41:21

10y ago41:21

41:21

Founder of ARPR Anna Ruth Williams talks about how her firm specializes in startup PR and how to actually get covered!

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24: Paul Singh Explains The Invisible Game Being Played In Achieving Success 33:51

10y ago33:51

33:51

In part two of our interview with Paul Singh he explains aspects of the invisible game being played in business.

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23: Paul Singh From 500 Startups & Distruption Corporation Talks Being A Founder 30:24

10y ago30:24

30:24

Venture Capitalist Paul Singh discusses being involved with 500 Startups, what he's doing with Distruption Corporation and how to become a successful entrepreneur!

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22: Alex Goldfayn Talks Growing Startups & How Netflix Values Customers 28:07

10y ago28:07

28:07

Alex Goldfayn talks about being a marketing expert for Yelp, Netflix and other major companies, and how often marketing strategy is more important than the product or service being sold.

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21: Announcing Aquisition Of Nibletz & Talking With Founder Nick Tippmann 35:35

10y ago35:35

35:35

John and David welcome their new partner Monica Selby and announce the acquisition of Nibletz Media, the voice of startups everywhere else. They talk with Nibletz CEO Nick Tippmann about startups, media, and being a founder.

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20: Caryn Tomer Talks Tech Startups Gaining Traction 36:00

10+ y ago36:00

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Caryn is Techli’s Editor-in-Chief. She is a writer who loves sharing stories of innovation, no matter the location. She has her masters in mass communication from SIUE and has been in corporate marketing for 6+ years, working on campaigns for all kinds of products. When she’s not writing, you can find her hitting the trail as an avid runner and gen…

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19: Startup & Franchise Attorney Josh Brown Explains Law For Entrepreneurs 50:45

10+ y ago50:45

50:45

Josh Brown is an attorney specializing in franchise law for startups. He has worked with hundreds of entreprenuers to launch and grow franchises and other startups.

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18: CEO of oDesk Gary Swart Explains How To Grow Successful Companies 41:56

10+ y ago41:56

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Gary Swart is the CEO of oDesk, the world’s largest online workplace—which has more than 4 million freelancers, and on which more than $1 billion of work has been done. Gary is a thought leader in entrepreneurship; how best to hire and manage teams; and the future of work, including online work. He is passionate about helping small businesses thriv…

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17: Pat Riley Talks Startup Accelerators & How The Game Is Changing 36:35

10+ y ago36:35

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Patrick Riley currently oversees the Global Accelerator Network which is an affiliation of short-term mentorship-driven accelerators started by TechStars. He started his career working for W.L. Gore and Associates and moved into the leadership of the American Red Cross in Washington, D.C. Patrick left the Red Cross to manage the west coast sales an…

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16: Austin Allred On Living In Your Car To Get Funded In The Valley 34:44

10+ y ago34:44

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Austin Allred is the founder of Grasswire, who moved from Utah to the Valley and lived in his car for 3 months until raising capital.

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15: Alex Harris Explains A/B Testing & SEO For Startups 32:52

10+ y ago32:52

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Alex Harris is the president of Alex Designs LLC. He graduated from FSU in 1998, then worked as Creative Director at eDiets.com from 2000-2011. In 2001, Alex Harris began doing conversion rate optimization and designing landing pages. The diet subscription website was a top 10 advertiser during this time and we created one of the first “Free Diet P…

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14: Coach Burt Explains How To Be A Winning Entrepreneur 34:29

10+ y ago34:29

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MICHEAL J. BURT represents the new age leader: the Zebra and the Cheetah. Part coach, part entrepreneur, and all leader, Coach Burt is the go-to guy for entrepreneurs who want to become people of interest, salespeople who want to be superstars, and managers who want to be coaches. He is a former championship coach and the author of nine books. His …

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