Best The Noosa Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Startup Acquisitions Stories Podcast With Victor Metelskiy, Founder of Sitekick.ai 34:25

6h ago34:25

34:25

Would you sell your business right as it was going viral on social media? Victor created his AI landing page builder, Sitekick.ai as a way to salvage a previous project – a slide deck builder called Slidekick. He thought this too would be a flop, but he added AI capability right as ChatGPT kicked off and went viral on YouTube when a vlogger found h…

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Cash, Corrections, and Culture - Andrew Stafford 21:45

35m ago21:45

21:45

From the bustling financial world to the heart of the arts scene, our guest today has lived a multifaceted life. Meet Andrew Stafford, Brisbane born with a destiny seemingly carved out by his grandfather’s words. Andrew’s journey has taken him from the vibrant cities of Hong Kong and Sydney to the laid-back paradise of Noosa. A successful Director …

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Startup Acquisition Stories Podcast With Pascal Levy-Garboua, CEO of Noosa Labs 30:30

13d ago30:30

30:30

Curious what a professional small startup acquirer cares about when scouting a business to purchase? There are a growing group of people who make a living out of acquiring growing startups and taking them to new heights. Pascal Levy-Garboua, founder of Noosa Labs is one of these experts. Pascal started Noosa after 20 years in tech – mostly startups…

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Startup Acquisition Stories With Eric Pacifici of SMB Law Group 17:46

17d ago17:46

17:46

What are the three biggest mistakes SME buyers make when choosing an M&A lawyer? M&A professional Eric Pacifici says new buyers often pick lawyers who: Aren’t entrepreneurial Bill hourly rather than flat rate Don’t have M&A experience After years of cementing billion-dollar deals at Kirkland & Ellis (the largest firm in the world by revenue), Eric …

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Steering into the motoring future: Brett Mills (bonus ep) 11:44

24d ago11:44

11:44

Today, we’re taking a deep dive into the future of motoring with our guest, Brett Mills, dealer principal for Ken Mills Toyota. As we navigate the uncharted road of electric vehicles and sustainable technology, Brett’s insights shed light on the journey ahead, reminding us that the journey is just as important as the destination. In this episode, w…

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Blueprint for success - Pat Ryan 20:13

25d ago20:13

20:13

In this episode, we're featuring Pat Ryan, the man behind Ryan Designer Homes and we’ll follow his journey from apprentice to operating his own thriving business. Pat's journey is a testament to the power of a dream and his unique approach to building balances his vision with the needs and wants of his clients, ensuring every home is a unique refle…

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Startup Acquisition Stories With Hussein Reda, Founder of Propty 25:19

1M ago25:19

25:19

Here’s a fun stat for you, the homeowner association (HOA) industry in the US alone was worth $38.8 billion in 2023. Hussein Reda tapped into some of that value during the Covid lockdowns when he created his startup, Propty, to help HOA meetings run meetings and vote remotely. Pre-Covid, Hussein had just purchased his first property in an apartment…

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Startup Acquisition Stories With Bryan Digiorgio, Founder of 1840 & Company 25:34

30d ago25:34

25:34

What’s the trick to buying offshore businesses as a US buyer? Bryan Digiorgio of 1840 & Company says buyers need to understanding two things: It requires a lot of documents and processes You need to get started with them as soon as possible because they’re sequential Bryan’s had a bit of experience on this topic, his main business today is setting …

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Startup Acquisition Stories Podcast With Miguel Diaz, Founder of Swearit (Acquisition in Spanish) 12:12

1M ago12:12

12:12

Selling your business to a buyer in the same country is tough. Imagine doing it across international borders. Miguel Diaz spent three years building Swearit, a blockchain-based authenticity verification platform. However, he realized that it could scale better in the hands of another founder so he looked for a place to sell. In Miguel’s opinion, mo…

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Pip Covell’s Sunshine Success! Cars, Music, Dance & Real Estate 35:01

1M ago35:01

35:01

Pip Covell is the dynamic and charismatic leader of Sunshine Beach Real Estate! Pip's infectious energy andpassion for her work have made her a household name in the local industry. With a career spanning over three decades, she has built a reputation for sound business practice, effective communication, and a deep connection with the community. Fr…

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From the Greek Islands, to London and now Hastings Street, Noosa - Rio Capurso 33:33

1M ago33:33

33:33

Join me as I sit down with Rio Capurso from Locale, one of Noosa's most beloved restaurants. From Puglia, Italy to the picturesque Greek Islands and the bustling streets of London, Rio's journey is a great tale. In this episode, we'll delve into how one of Noosa’s most successful restaurant ticks and what makes Locale ahousehold name in Noosa's din…

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Evolution of Excellence: Bella Venezia's Secret to Longevity - Todd Young 20:34

1M ago20:34

20:34

Join us as we delve into the remarkable story of Bella Venezia, a Sunshine Coast institution that has transformed during its almost forty-year history into the gastronomic haven it is today. We’ll sit down with co-owner Todd Young to uncover the secrets behind its enduring success and adaptability in the ever-changing hospitality landscape.…

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Startup Acquisition Stories With Jeel Patel, Founder of InvoiceOwl 23:28

1M ago23:28

23:28

Jeel Patel and his father built InvoiceOwl, an online invoicing tool for tradesmen like plumbers after Jeel noticed his family’s landscaper using an inefficient paper invoicing system. Three years later, they sold the company for six figures on Acquire.com. Listen to Jeel share his insights and learnings from running his startup to the acquisition …

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Reality to Reels: Sunny Coast Showdown - Dan Munday 22:42

2M ago22:42

22:42

Ever wondered how someone from a laid-back place like the Sunshine Coast ends up working on some of the biggest reality TV shows? Shows like Survivor and The Apprentice? Today, we meet Dan Munday andhe’ll talk us through his incredible career path, taking us from regional Queensland to the San Fernando Valley in California. But Dan isn't just remin…

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Swirl, Smell, Sip & Support for SunnyKids 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

Today we're joined by two distinguished guests, Travis Shultz, and Jane Ferrari. Travis, a respected local lawyer with a deep-seated passion for fine wines, began his journey in the world of wine as a writer many years ago. Jane, on the other hand, is a celebrated figure in the winemaking industry, with a wealth of knowledge andexperience. This epi…

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Startup Acquisition Stories Podcast With Doug Mitchell of Scale LLP 14:40

2M ago14:40

14:40

Acquisition lawyer at Scale LLP, Doug Mitchell, recalls one of the closest calls he’s ever encountered while advising a sale. For this episode of SASP, Doug sat down with Andrew Gazdecki to discuss: What kinds of deals he does What lawyers normally manage in SME deals How much he charges for his retainer And what Doug does in his free time. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬…

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Whale Song 8:05:07

2M ago8:05:07

8:05:07

Underwater sound of whales singing. Binaural audio best with headphones. I've been focusing on my music because that is what keeps my head above water. I look forward to reading more stories soon. I hope you enjoy.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beast669/support

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Startup Acquisitions Stories Podcast With Nour Shaaban, Founder of a SaaS Acquired for 7-Figures 18:12

3M ago18:12

18:12

Lebanese founder, Nour Shaaban just sold his SaaS business on Acquire.com for a life-changing sum. While he can’t reveal too many details due to his non-disclosure agreement (NDA), he agreed to hop on the SASP podcast to talk about his experience building and selling his business. Listen to Nour’s chat with Andrew as they discuss: The benefits of t…

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SOLD: 23 Year Old Founder Sells his SaaS Startup for $500k 39:26

4M ago39:26

39:26

Luke Sheppard recently finished his bachelor’s degree at BYU with a little more spending money and work experience than most grads. He just sold his startup for $500,000 at age 23. While attending university to study business, Luke launched a company called Revive Ratings. It was a marketing SaaS targeted at insurance agencies. He sold it in just o…

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Hedley Thomas - IN Conversation. The Teacher's Pet! 23:48

4M ago23:48

23:48

Welcome to a special episode of our podcast, Everyone Has a Story, today featuring Hedley Thomas, multi-Walkley Award winner, investigative journalist, and creator of the most listened-to crime podcast in the world, The Teacher’s Pet. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Park & Cove Restaurant at Pepper’s Noosa Resort & Villas. …

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Startup Acquisition Stories With David Idol, Founder of Computer Mouse For XCloud 22:22

4M ago22:22

22:22

In a moment of frustration, David Idol created his first successful Chrome extension, Computer Mouse for XCloud. In just a few short months, he was making $4,000 per month in revenue and he eventually sold his project for 5-figures. Here’s how it happened. David was working at Microsoft for Xbox Live when they launched XCloud, their cloud gaming ap…

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Startup Acquisition Stories With Adam Senese, Founder of Linq Commerce 17:32

5M ago17:32

17:32

What would you do if you were stuck in a cabin during an Icelandic snowstorm? Adam Senese and his brother came up with their Shopify app for product bundling, Linq Commerce, trapped in an Airbnb for the day during the dead of the Icelandic winter. The cofounders went home and launched Linq Commerce in early 2020 right as covid hit the world and peo…

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Peak Performance and Potential - Tom Harvey 21:22

4M ago21:22

21:22

Today we're excited to be joined by Tom Harvey, co-founder of TH7 BodyLabs. Now, Tom isn't just another entrepreneur – he's on a mission to revolutionise humanperformance and well-being through a unique set of protocols and that's exactly what we're going to dig into today. Curious about how to unlock next-level health benefits, from sleep so deep …

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The road ahead & beyond - Brett Mills 35:10

5M ago35:10

35:10

In a world obsessed with electric vehicles, one car maker is taking a different road. Toyota, the brand synonymous with reliability, is sceptical towards EVs. But is their caution justified? Join us on this episode of our podcast as we speak with Brett Mills from Ken Mills Toyota, a long-time dealer principal, we’ll dive deep into the iconic brand'…

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Cookin’ with smoke and fire! – Jason Jones 37:46

4M ago37:46

37:46

Do you crave authentic Mexican flavours with a fresh, local twist? In this episode, we journey from the SapphireCoast to the Sunshine Coast with restauranteur Jason Jones. We'll explore his passion for Mexican cuisine, ignited by a childhood spent foraging and experimenting in the kitchen. Jason will share the story behind Mamasita, one of Melbourn…

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This Founder Sold His Startup, Bought it Back for Pennies, and Resold it on Acquire.com for 5 Figures 31:50

5M ago31:50

31:50

If someone told you they did what you just read in this title, you’d probably think they’d committed a crime. But Qayyum Rajan’s good fortune was a surprise twist of fate. Early in 2023, Qayyum sold his business, ESG Analytics, to a private equity firm. But, his acquirer ran out of money and offered the business back to him for next to nothing a fe…

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Alexander Payne – A Passion for Property 31:19

5M ago31:19

31:19

Today, we're diving into the life of Alexander Payne, a man who has always had a love for Noosa. Originally from Victoria, he was a frequent visitor to Noosa, sometimes visiting twice a year for holidays. His deep affection for the area led him to move here for the first time in the 1980s. Now, Alexander lives in Sunshine Beach with his husband, Ad…

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Startup Acquisition Stories Podcast with Wil Schroter, Founder of Startups.com 1:01:17

5M ago1:01:17

1:01:17

Most venture-backed startups fail. It’s a well-known fact, yet many venture-backed founders choose to burn out and ride their dying startups into the ground. Few realize they have options like M&A that could salvage their business for both themselves and their investors. Wil Schroter, founder of Startups.com knows all about failing startups. He fou…

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Community, Career, Compassion - Kerryn Vincart 26:22

5M ago26:22

26:22

Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we delve into the world of community banking with our guest, Kerryn Vincart, Branch Manager of Bendigo Bank at Tewantin Noosa. Kerryn brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in fostering a community-focused banking approach that genuinely helps locals. In this episode, we explore the importance of fi…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Dani Parra ibanez and Drilon Sqn, Founder of TrustApps 24:53

6M ago24:53

24:53

Working a nine-to-five can be a great launchpad for a successful SaaS application. Just ask Belgian founders Dani Ibanez and Drilon Sqn. Using their industry experience, they created a review application for Shopify called TrustReviews and sold it for six figures.Dani and Drilon look similar (and even finish each other's sentences) but they've purs…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Martin Galovic, Founder of FanMetrics 15:38

6M ago15:38

15:38

Startup Acquisition Stories with Martin Galovic, Founder of FanMetrics ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Martin Galovic - https://twitter.com/martinglvc https://fansmetrics.com (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://acquire.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Ken Savage, Founder of Product Launch Pro 19:47

7M ago19:47

19:47

Startup Acquisition Stories with Ken Savage, Founder of Product Launch Pro ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Ken Savage - https://twitter.com/kensavage https://www.linkedin.com/in/kensavage/ https://productlaunchpro.com (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdeck…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Yahia Bakour, Co-founder of Stock Alarm 23:07

7M ago23:07

23:07

Startup Acquisition Stories with Yahia Bakour, Co-founder of Stock Alarm ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Yahia Bakour - https://twitter.com/mynameisyahia https://www.linkedin.com/in/yahia-bakour/ https://stockalarm.io/ (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Justin Vanderheide, Founder of Swimgen 21:31

7M ago21:31

21:31

Startup Acquisition Stories with Justin Vanderheide, Founder of Swimgen ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Justin Vanderheide - https://twitter.com/Jayvanderheide https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinvanderheide https://swimgen.net/ (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ag…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Peter SerVaas, Owner of Peak Transit 19:25

7M ago19:25

19:25

Startup Acquisition Stories with Peter SerVaas, Owner of Peak Transit ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Peter SerVaas ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterservaas/ https://twitter.com/pjservaas/ https://www.peaktransit.com/ SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Harinderpreet Singh, Founder of MicMonster 12:26

8M ago12:26

12:26

Startup Acquisition Stories with Harinderpreet Singh, Founder of MicMonster ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Harinderpreet Singh ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/harinderpreet/ https://listenmonster.com/ https://micmonster.com (sold) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdec…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Salvatore Aiello, Co-founder of DimeADozen 41:08

8M ago41:08

41:08

Startup Acquisition Stories with Salvatore Aiello, Co-founder of DimeADozen ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Salvatore Aiello ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/dested/ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicapowers/ (Co-founder) ⁠⁠https://www.dimeadozen.ai/ (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.lin…

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"Not many get to do this in their lifetime" - Amanda Yeates 25:36

8M ago25:36

25:36

Welcome to Everyone Has a Story, where we dive into the lives of extraordinary individuals who are shaping our world in remarkable ways. Today, we're thrilled to have with us Amanda Yeates, the CEO of SunCentral, the company behind the transformative development of the new Maroochydore CBD on the Sunshine Coast. In a world driven by technology and …

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"Any opportunity, balls to the wall," - Andrew Wilcox 26:47

8M ago26:47

26:47

In this episode of Everyone Has a Story, we meet Andrew Wilcox from restaurant Park & Cove at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas. He’s an individual who has always been driven to succeed. Growing up on the Sunshine Coast in Tewantin, Andy always had a thirst for life and a desire to make his mark on the world. He demonstrated a strong work ethic and a p…

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"Oh, we're getting down and dirty" - Sandra Greenberger 25:37

8M ago25:37

25:37

Diamonds form, over time, under extreme temperature and pressure. Today you’ll meet a woman, who just like the formation of a precious gem, has built a successful business and brand following several obstacles. Life has tossed Sandra Greenberger a few curveballs. Low self-esteem growing up, a broken marriagethat left her with two small children, an…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Simon Thompson, Founder of Podseeker 30:14

9M ago30:14

30:14

Startup Acquisition Stories with Simon Thompson, Founder of Podseeker ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Simon Thompson https://simonthompson.co/ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-lynch-94b85785/⁠ ⁠https://solodrop.com/⁠ (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ⁠https://twitter.com/agazdecki⁠/ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/⁠ ⁠https:…

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Maria Woods - What I say, is what I do! 24:20

9M ago24:20

24:20

Welcome to Everyone Has A Story, the podcast where I interview inspiring people from all walks of life. In this episode, I have the pleasure of talking to Maria Woods, the principal of Sunshine Coast Grammar, a school that is known for its excellence and innovation. Maria shares with me her insights on how to educate children in the digital age, ho…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Cory Lynch, Founder of Solodrop 27:14

9M ago27:14

27:14

Startup Acquisition Stories with Cory Lynch, Founder of Solodrop ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Cory Lynch https://twitter.com/thecorylynch https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-lynch-94b85785/ https://solodrop.com/ (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - https://twitter.com/agazdecki https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/ https://acquire.co…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Jes Bickhart, Founder of Minnow 41:19

9M ago41:19

41:19

Startup Acquisition Stories with Jes Bickhart, Founder of Minnow Follow the Guest: Jes Bickhart https://twitter.com/JesBickhart https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesbickhart/ http://www.minnowtv.com/ (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - https://twitter.com/agazdecki https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/ https://acquire.com/ Follow Acquire.com http…

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The world of Resident Evil a City of the Dead story 6:25:27

9M ago6:25:27

6:25:27

The story detailing what happened during the Raccoon City incident. The tale of Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield. What happened to William Birkin and the G-virus. The city beseeched by zombies and other bioorganic weapons. I hope you enjoy.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beast669/support…

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Research Station Arctic Wind 7:54:41

10M ago7:54:41

7:54:41

The powerful ever blowing wind of the Arctic research station. The relaxing sounds of outpost 31 pre outbreak we're just the relaxing sounds of a regular research station during a wind storm. I hope you enjoy. Best with headphones or Bluetooth speaker --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beast669/support…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Daniel Ch, Founder of SimpleInk 40:32

10M ago40:32

40:32

Startup Acquisition Stories with Daniel Ch, Founder of SimpleInk ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Daniel Ch https://www.linkedin.com/in/chddaniel/ https://twitter.com/chddaniel https://simple.ink (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - https://twitter.com/agazdecki https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/ https://acquire.com/ Follow Acquire…

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Startup Acquisition Stories with Devon Gethers, Founder of EarlyAdmit 26:51

10M ago26:51

26:51

Startup Acquisition Stories with Devon Gethers, Founder of EarlyAdmit ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: Devon Gethers - ► https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-gethers/ ► https://twitter.com/gethersdevon ► https://earlyadmit.com/ (SOLD) Follow the Host: Andrew Gazdecki - ► https://twitter.com/agazdecki ► https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/ ►…

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A Pirate Ship, a Storm, and Something in the Water 8:00:01

10M ago8:00:01

8:00:01

A pirate ship caught in a storm, sails blowing in the rough wind as waves slap at the ship the wood creaking. No one on board has made a sound not since we started hearing "It". We have no idea what it is. All we know is it's massive, and that sound it makes has stolen the nerve of everyone on this vessel.Is it Cthulhu? Is it a kaiju? Or something …

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Startup Acquisition Stories with David Sorbara, Founder of Barkley HQ 18:29

10M ago18:29

18:29

Startup Acquisition Stories with David Sorbara, Founder of Barkley HQ. Highlights: Years in Business: 4 years Sale Price: High six-figures Buyer Interest: 80 NDAs (Request for more details) ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow the Guest: David Sorbara https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsorbara/ https://twitter.com/davidmsorbara https://barkleyhq.com/ (SOLD) …

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