Best The Bauer Hour Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Happy Hour Hustle #99: Why the Corporate Transparency Act is Bad Business 33:00

2h ago33:00

33:00

Small businesses already deal with enough, and now this. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) forces small businesses to provide their personal information to the federal government or face fines and even imprisonment if they don't. We've written about it before, but there is still a lot at stake. That's why Kim brought in Kelli Saunders, Vice Pres…

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Happy Hour Hustle #98: The Changing World of Local Media 13:08

1d ago13:08

13:08

It's no secret that the local news world has been changing, from how journalists connect with the community to how they combat misinformation online (which is no easy task). Maddie and Alayna are once again joined by Lauren Kummer, a reporter and anchor at FOX 17, to talk about how her station and other local reporters are working through the chang…

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Happy Hour Hustle #97: Ask An Olympic Athlete 20:40

1M ago20:40

20:40

Happy Olympics, Hustlers! This week we got the chance to talk to real-life Olympian, Ben Jefferies, and his coach, Scott Barnes. We asked them about what it takes to get to that level, what they are looking forward to the most, and advice for anybody else who wants to compete on the world's largest stage.…

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Happy Hour Hustle #96: Pitching to the Media 9:24

2M ago9:24

9:24

Maddie and Alayna sit down with Lauren Kummer, a reporter and anchor at FOX 17 in West Michigan, to talk about all the do's, don'ts and the definitely don'ts of pitching. Lauren gives advice to PR pros on how they can best grab the attention of a TV journalist. They also discuss the importance of relationships when dealing with reporters.…

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Happy Hour Hustle #95: Renee Bauer 26:32

6M ago26:32

26:32

Kim and Maddie sit down with Renee Bauer, author of She Who Wins and owner of Happy Even After Family Law. They talk about leadership, strength and what it takes to ditch your inner 'good girl.'By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Happy Hour Hustle #94: What's New in Digital Marketing 31:47

7M ago31:47

31:47

Are you up to date with Google's latest rollout? How is your business using AI? Did you hear what LinkedIn is doing now? The digital team at 8THIRTYFOUR walks through the latest in the Digital Marketing space.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Happy Hour Hustle #93: Let's Talk Crisis Management 30:58

8M ago30:58

30:58

Big or small, every company faces a crisis at some point. How you handle it could mean the difference between irreparable reputation damage and moving forward. Kim and Maddie talk about what it takes to manage a crisis, who's done it well and the importance of making a plan.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Happy Hour Hustle #92: Inside Influencer Marketing (Part 2) 20:41

9M ago20:41

20:41

We just could not get enough of our conversation Aly Zuiderveen and Chelsea Sinke, known by their usernames @helloalymay and @mygrandrapidslife. Hear what these Grand Rapids influencers had to say about their red and green flags, and where they think the influencer marketing industry is headed.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Happy Hour Hustle #91: Inside Influencer Marketing (Part 1) 30:33

9M ago30:33

30:33

Is anything moving faster than the influencer world? Probably not. We sat down with Aly Zuiderveen and Chelsea Sinke, known by their usernames @helloalymay and @mygrandrapidslife, for a look behind the curtains. Hear what they had to say about what marketers are doing right, what they're doing wrong, and much more in Part 1 of our deep dive into In…

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Happy Hour Hustle #90: Small Business Spotlight 15:19

10M ago15:19

15:19

Here at 8THIRTYFOUR, we are all about supporting other small businesses. Because let's face it, we're badass. Ahead of Small Business Saturday, we talked to two small business owners here in Michigan (who happen to also be our incredible clients). Amy Sparks, president of Goldie, and Kelly Stroburg, publisher of nearlywed, share their stories of ho…

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Happy Hour Hustle #89: How to Overcome Burnout 17:03

10M ago17:03

17:03

Burnout has become a bit of a buzzword since the pandemic, but what is it really? Why do more women experience it? What can we do to overcome it? Dr. Dominique Pritchett, a nationally recognized mental wellness strategist and keynote speaker at this year's Inforum Capstone Dinner, joined us to talk about how to break the cycle.…

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Happy Hour Hustle #88: How a Government Shutdown Impacts Small Businesses 27:03

10M ago27:03

27:03

Federal employees are not the only ones hurt by a government shutdown. Small businesses and government contractors are also forced to reevaluate when our lawmakers can't agree on a budget. Kim talks with Sue Tellier, the CEO of JetCo Federal, about how the looming shutdown is already impacting small businesses and what we can do about it.…

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Happy Hour Hustle #87: Power of Female Rage 15:34

11M ago15:34

15:34

It's a core belief here at 8THIRTYFOUR... the future is female. And women are definitely having a moment. From our changing representation in the media to female stars taking over the world (looking at you Taylor), we're talking about the power of women and the power of female rage. If you want to read more, make sure to check out our blog.…

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Happy Hour Hustle #86: A Guide to Summer in GR 8:48

1+ y ago8:48

8:48

If you didn't already know, the 8THIRTYFOUR team loves a good drink... and patio... and rooftop... aaand the list goes on. In this episode, Derek, Emma, and Savannah sit down to chat about their favorite places to crack open a cold one and enjoy all the summer vibes. So, what do you say? Grab a drink and join us! If you want more recommendations, c…

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Happy Hour Hustle #85: SEO for Dummies 29:56

1+ y ago29:56

29:56

When people mention SEO do you find your brain empty? We can help with that. Emma sits down with Rowan, one of 8THIRTYFOUR's Account Managers and Knower of All Things, to discuss the basics of SEO... and a little bit more. From site ranking to keywords, we're covering all the bases. If you're still looking for more SEO knowledge after this episode,…

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Happy Hour Hustle #84: Keeping Up with Social Media Trends 27:13

1+ y ago27:13

27:13

Remember when we had to remind people not to eat Tide Pods? What about Chris Pine's iconic stare during the Don't Worry Darling press tour? Well, lucky for you, the 8THIRTYFOUR team sat down to chat about all things social media trends, our favorites, plus some random tangents along the way. If you're looking for more social media insights & tips, …

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Happy Hour Hustle #83: Bringing Communications to a Crisis 22:39

1+ y ago22:39

22:39

You shouldn't wait for a crisis to happen before you have a crisis communications plan. That's why we're here to chat through every step. Simplified, it's all about OAF. Own it, apologize, fix it. Obviously, there are other details, but we'll let you listen in for the extra advice. Need some reading material on the subject? We've got that covered t…

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Happy Hour Hustle #82: How to Make the Media Love You 26:56

1+ y ago26:56

26:56

We're talking about one of our favorite things — PR. The relationship between a journalist and a PR pro is an important one, so the team is breaking down what it means to be authentic, why pitching is hard work, and some of our favorite journalist stories. So, want to make the media love you? Get listening. And, as we promised, you can find some PR…

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Happy Hour Hustle #81: Anti-Resolutions and Getting Real 28:58

1+ y ago28:58

28:58

Kim sits down with Emma and Amberly to talk all about anti-resolutions for 2023. Plus, there's some margarita and chicken sandwich talk too — We love to keep you guessing. If you love this episode and want more of our insights on why resolutions aren't the move, check out our blog.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Happy Hour Hustle #80: Spilling the Tea on Women-Owned Businesses 30:54

1+ y ago30:54

30:54

We have a lot to say... especially about women-owned businesses. Kim chats with Jeffrey, 8THIRTYFOUR's Lead Graphic Designer, about what working for a women-owned business really looks like. So, grab a drink and get listening.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Happy Hour Hustle #79: Young Professionals Rule the World 16:04

1+ y ago16:04

16:04

Move over, Happy Hour Hustle listeners. Our Gen Z team members are front and center in this episode. Kim chats with Emma and Amberly about internship takeaways, the "real world", and Gen Z lingo. We're pretty sure you'll vibe with this one. Want more 8THIRTYFOUR? Check out our blogs. You know you want to.…

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Happy Hour Hustle #78: Sweet Sixteen 26:04

2y ago26:04

26:04

Get the balloons and birthday cake ready... We're celebrating! 8THIRTYFOUR has been around for sixteen years, so we're sitting down with Kim to talk about the adventure it's been to get here today. You know what to do. Grab some iced red wine and get ready to listen to some pretty badass advice.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Happy Hour Hustle #77: Account Management & Beer 16:50

2y ago16:50

16:50

Looking for tips on account management AND beer recommendations? You're in luck. Kim sat down with Derek, 8THIRTYFOUR's Marketing Specialist. From project management tools, to the best fall beers, and a little childhood story thrown in the mix, we promise you'll be entertained.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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Start the Bidding 40:34

2y ago40:34

40:34

The team breaks down season 3 episode 9, 9pm-10pm. Hit up the socials or email us at thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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Inuit Hermanos 40:14

2y ago40:14

40:14

The team breaks down season 3 episode 8, 8pm-9pm. Hit up the socials or email us at thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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SGS 41:11

2y ago41:11

41:11

The breakdown season 3 episode 7, 7pm-8pm. Hit up the socials or email us at thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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Happy Hour Hustle #76: What's Up in Creston 11:31

2y ago11:31

11:31

Emma and Lauren sit down to chat all about the lovely neighborhood that is Creston. Since the 8THIRTYFOUR crew joined the community last year, we've had plenty of time to check out all of the best features: food, art, coffee, and more. Give it a listen and tell us your personal Creston highlights. And of course, check out our blog.…

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I'm Just a Kid 43:19

2y ago43:19

43:19

The team breaks down season 3 episode 6, 6pm-7pm. Hit up the socials or reach out to thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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Happy Hour Hustle #75: Let's Create a Social Media Campaign 8:41

2y ago8:41

8:41

8THIRTYFOUR's Social Media Specialist, Kelsey, joins for an episode of Happy Hour Hustle to go all in on social media campaigns. We're talking about target audiences, building strategy, and misconceptions about social media management. Kelsey lays it out for you, but if you're looking for more details you should check out our blog "7 Tips for Setti…

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Claren 47:42

2+ y ago47:42

47:42

The team breaks down season 3 episode 5, 5pm-6pm. Mike got a coupon in the mail so he bought the doughnuts. Hit up the socials or reach out to thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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BYOB 48:52

2+ y ago48:52

48:52

The team breaks down season 3 episode 4, 4pm-5pm. Big news from Dave. Hit up the socials or reach out to thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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An Artist's Tease of "The Art of..." Kickstarter Vol 4 - 6 -- Chris Suhre 31:41

2+ y ago31:41

31:41

In this episode, our interview is with return guest Chris Suhre. We discussed his part in the upcoming "The Art of..." Volumes 4-6 Kickstarter by Dave Taylor. Chris is one of three artists in this Kickstarter along side Tommie Soule and Seyni N'Daive. During our interview, Chris and I talk about what kind of content he's including in his book and w…

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Happy Hour Hustle #74: What is EOS? 42:20

2+ y ago42:20

42:20

When Kim discovered EOS, she knew she had found what worked for running her company. And when she met Amy Courter, EOS implementor and wise leader, there wasn't a doubt she had made the right decision. Listen in as Kim and Amy discuss what makes EOS different and why they recommend it (plus, tips from 8THIRTYFOUR's own journey using EOS).…

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Happy Hour Hustle #73: It's All About Culture 6:57

2+ y ago6:57

6:57

At 8THIRTYFOUR, we take culture pretty seriously. We don't just mean having potlucks and bringing our dogs to work with us (which is also crucial to our workplace success, let's be honest). When we talk about culture, we mean accountabilty, honesty, and everyone doing their part. Listen in as Kim gives her take on what culture means to a small busi…

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It's Wes' Podcast 41:30

2+ y ago41:30

41:30

The team breaks down season 3 episode 3, 3pm-4pm. This belongs to Wes now. Hit up the socials or reach out to thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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By Dads For Dads 40:24

2+ y ago40:24

40:24

The team breaks down season 3 episode 2, 2pm-3pm. Is it just me or is Jack not looking so hot? Hit up the socials or reach out to thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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Happy Hour Hustle #72: Stormy Kromer (Holiday Version) 6:57

2+ y ago6:57

6:57

On this episode of Happy Hour Hustle, our PR Manager Jules breaks down how we hit the ground running this past holiday season with our lovely client, Stormy Kromer. We're talking public relations, influencer campaigns, and social media ads. You heard it right. We went all out. If you want more Stormy Kromer or case studies, check out our blog.…

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Medieval Life Crisis 42:55

2+ y ago42:55

42:55

The team finally gets to breaking down a new episode. It's season 3 episode 1, 1pm-2pm baby! Hit up the socials or reach out to thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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The Last 24 Weeks 38:29

2+ y ago38:29

38:29

We're back... sorry for the delay. Hit up the socials or reach out to thelast24podcast@gmail.com.By The Last 24 Podcast

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Happy Hour Hustle #71: This Week in Bonkers Media 8:26

2+ y ago8:26

8:26

The past couple weeks in media have been a doozy. Jules and Emma sit down and break down our blog, This Week in Media, while giving their own takes on all the Spotify drama, Leslie Jones and her Olympics updates, and the Tampon Tax. And for those who have listened and are interested, mountain dews baby! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-1D_MJzsNU T…

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Happy Hour Hustle #70: The Real Influencers: Kate Germano 28:24

2+ y ago28:24

28:24

Our next guest is a Real Influencer who has been a trailblazer for gender equality. Kate Germano, veteran (Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel) and author of Fight Like a Girl: The Truth Behind How Female Marines Are Trained, knows what it's like to fight hard for truth and equality. Listen in on as she discusses her journey to making change and wisdom…

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My Worst Failure Was My Greatest Triumph -- Mocha Minis 1:10:22

2+ y ago1:10:22

1:10:22

Mocha shares how she started painting miniatures and the importance of smooth blends on every mini she paints. We also discuss the struggles she's had with feeling like she is ready to tackle more complex pieces. How does anyone know when they're ready to paint one of their dream miniatures, or should they just go for it? Mocha also makes the point…

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Painting Competitions are Subjective, Make Them Showcases Instead -- Kris Belleau 2:03:37

2+ y ago2:03:37

2:03:37

Kris has been in this hobby since the late 1980s thanks to some of his older cousins and the first edition of Space Hulk. Ever since that first game, he's been painting and hobbing almost exclusively with Warhammer miniatures and games. Kris ended up working for Miniwargaing during the 2010s as the painting instructor for their content creation tea…

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Happy Hour Hustle #69: Top 5 Opinions of 2021 6:42

2+ y ago6:42

6:42

Here at 8THIRTYFOUR, we like to talk about what matters and how we feel about it. From gendered marketing to The Great Resignation, this episode features Kim giving our top 5 opinions from this past year. We know how to make our opinions known, so enjoy this episode full of them. Interested in reading the blogs behind the opinions? Check them out h…

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Paint 15 Minutes a Day Instead of 8 Hours on Saturday -- Shoshie Bauer 1:07:46

2+ y ago1:07:46

1:07:46

Shoshie is a professional miniature commission painter, painting teacher at conventions, and private painting coach. She switched from painting watercolors to dedicating herself to miniature painting as a profession after finding that her beautiful miniatures sold for more than the watercolors were. She shares a lot of her professional insights int…

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Failure is Essential and My Biggest Motivator -- Drew "Thunderdomedru" 2:12:55

3y ago2:12:55

2:12:55

Dru's path in miniature painting has been a rough one. He has faced many challenges on the road including a daughter fighting leukemia. Each of these challanges has formed the way he looks at his art and his artistic mindset and Dry freely shares what drives and inspires him to keep painting. We talk about the insights and perspective he's develope…

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If You're Not Having Fun, Something Needs to Change -- Zambies 1:05:42

3y ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Zambies' entry into the miniature painting hobby is one I've never heard of before. She had always been creating art growing up, and she went to school to become a graphic designer. She didn't discover miniatures until she checked out a friend's Twitch channel who happened to be sharing a miniature painter's stream. After that, she started to seek …

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Happy Hour Hustle #68: The Real Influencers: Salvador Lopez of KConnect 33:25

3y ago33:25

33:25

The Real Influencer series is about shedding light onto people who make lasting impact on their community. Salvador Lopez of KConnect is constantly striving to better the lives of others. Listen in while he chats with Kim about his background, what KConnect does on the daily, and exciting upcoming projects. For more information, visit https://k-con…

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Painting in a Style You Enjoy is the Most Important Thing -- Mike Cousins of Epicduck Studios 1:58:39

3y ago1:58:39

1:58:39

Mike and I sit down to talk about his career in miniature painting so far, and I was surprised to hear that Mike was a web developer for Miniwargaming and that was how he started painting miniatures. Mike shares how that started him down the path of starting his own studio and developing his own style of miniature painting. Naturally, we end up tal…

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Happy Hour Hustle #67: So You Want to Intern at 8THIRTYFOUR? 20:03

3y ago20:03

20:03

8THIRTYFOUR's PR Interns, Emma and Lauren, sit down to talk all about their internship experience. From what college hasn't taught them, coworker advice, and best working from home tips, these two cover it all. According to them, learning from the best of the best can never be too much fun.By 8THIRTYFOUR

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