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In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…

PPC Unleashed

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Welcome to the PPC Unleashed Podcast, where I talk about some the most important topics in pay-per-click advertising and Google Ads. This show is my attempt to document my PPC journey as a Google Ads expert by sharing all the learnings, best practices, strategies, tips and hacks I’ve picked up over my first 6 years working as a paid search marketing professional, and managing millions of dollars in Google Ad spend across hundreds of accounts and dozens of industries.

9 episodes

PPC Unleashed

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9 episodes

#Business #Marketing #Xavier Mantica

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Ranking PPC Lead Generation Industries 30:40

29 weeks ago30:40

30:40

In this episode, I rank some of the most popular or common PPC Industries that you might find yourself managing as a PPC Google Ads specialist. I rank them based on difficulty, time consumption, offline conversion tracking capabilities (including conversion lag), growth potential and fun factor.

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6 Tips To Get Better At Google Ads - PPC UNLEASHED (EP 7) 32:45

32 weeks ago32:45

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Welcome to our episode 7! In this episode, we’re 6 going over 6 of my favorite tips to get better at Google Ads. Here’s a sneak peek at the tasks we cover: 1. Use the Google Ads Mobile App 2. Find historical trends and search volume using the Keyword Planner 3. Stop focusing so much on Cost per conversion and ROAS - consider focusing on conversion rate 4. Quality score is a waste of time 5. Use Microsoft Clarity to find GCLIDS and upload offline conversions 6. Learn more about business + marketing to get better at PPC Let's get started on your Google Ads journey to success!…

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How To Onboard Google Ads Clients: PPC Unleashed (EP 6) 27:19

34 weeks ago27:19

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Welcome to our episode 6! In this episode, we’re diving deep into our onboarding process for new Google Ads clients. I’ll be sharing our comprehensive Asana project and walking you through all 12 tasks my agency follows to ensure no mistakes are made, nothing falls through the cracks, and we reduce friction every step of the way. We believe that a seamless onboarding experience sets our clients up for success, makes a great first impression, and strengthens our long-term relationships. Here’s a sneak peek at the tasks we cover: Obtain Access: We start by securing all necessary account permissions. Research & Strategy (PPC): Detailed research and strategic planning tailored to each client. Strategy QA: A thorough quality assurance check of our strategy. PPC Landing Page Creation: Designing high-converting landing pages for PPC campaigns. PPC Campaign Build: Building effective, targeted PPC campaigns. Conversion Tracking: Setting up robust conversion tracking mechanisms. Call Tracking: Implementing call tracking to capture valuable phone leads. Campaign QA: Ensuring every aspect of the campaign is optimized and error-free. Assign Optimization Cadence: Establishing a schedule for regular campaign optimizations. Campaign Launch: The exciting moment when we launch the campaign. Bid Reviews/Health Check: Regular reviews and health checks to ensure optimal performance. Dashboard/Reports Setup: Creating intuitive dashboards and reports for transparent performance tracking. Join us as we explore each step in detail and demonstrate how our meticulous process helps clients achieve their marketing goals efficiently and effectively. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest videos! If you have any questions or need further assistance, drop them in the comments below. Let's get started on your Google Ads journey to success!…

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How I Broke Google Ads to 3x My Traffic: The John Moran Strategy (PPC UNLEASHED: EP 5) 23:57

35 weeks ago23:57

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In this episode of PPC Unleashed, I dive deep into replicating John Moran's insane strategy of intentionally breaking conversion tracking to manipulate Google's ad algorithm. Following John's method, I saw a 3x increase in clicks and a significant drop in average CPC, resulting in a massive boost in search impression share and top position rates. However, the influx of colder traffic led to a decrease in conversion rates, a challenge I aim to tackle with further optimizations. Key Highlights: Impressions: +186% Clicks: +291% CTR: +36% Avg. CPC: -17.53% Cost: +222% Search Impr. Share: +49% Search Top IS: +75% Search Abs. Top IS: +59% Discover how this strategy unlocked the potential for scaling my campaign like never before. Despite some pushback from the PPC community, my hands-on experience confirms the method's effectiveness. Join me as I share the step-by-step process I followed and the surprising results that challenge conventional Google Ads wisdom. Whether you're watching or listening, this episode is packed with actionable insights and practical steps to help you maximize your ad performance. Tune in to learn how you can leverage this strategy to boost your traffic and potentially skyrocket your campaigns.…

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How To Audit a Google Ads Account (Real-Life Example!): PPC UNLEASHED (EP. 4) 39:21

38 weeks ago39:21

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Welcome back to PPC Unleashed! In Episode 4, we're diving deep into a real-life Google Ads audit. Join us as we walk you through the step-by-step process of auditing an account, highlighting the key findings and actionable recommendations to optimize ad performance. Tune in now to get expert insights and practical tips for auditing and optimizing your Google Ads account.…

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Is Google Ads Ripping Us Off? Reacting to John Moran: PPC UNLEASHED EP 3 17:02

39 weeks ago17:02

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Today, we're diving deep into a shocking revelation about Google Ads. Last week, the Perpetual Traffic YouTube channel released a mindblowing video in which Google Ads expert John Moran exposed how Google Ads inflates CPCs, and the incredible strategy he devised to combat this. In this episode, we cover: -An in-depth reaction to John Moran's discovery about Google price fixing CPCs. -How Google Ads CPCs are being manipulated and the impact on advertisers. -Google losing even more trust from advertisers. -The mindblowing strategy to identify and mitigate inflated CPCs. If you're an advertiser struggling with increasing Google Ads costs or just curious about the latest in PPC strategies, this episode is a must-watch! 🔗 Watch Perpetual Traffic's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IbYl0zdmMQ…

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The #1 Skill To Get Better at PPC (Conversion Tracking): PPC UNLEASHED Ep. 2 25:04

40 weeks ago25:04

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In this episode of PPC Unleashed, we dive deep into the essential skill of conversion tracking and attribution—the cornerstone of successful pay-per-click marketing. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, enhancing your ability to track and attribute conversions will significantly boost your overall marketing and business success. Here's what you can expect in this episode: The Critical Role of Conversion Tracking: Learn why conversion tracking is often the most mishandled aspect of Google Ads accounts and how mastering it sets you apart as a top-tier PPC expert. The Game of Attribution: Discover how advanced conversion tracking goes beyond basic form submissions. Think of it as playing detective to unravel the complex puzzle of where your conversions come from, akin to the board game CLUE. Challenges and Solutions: Understand the modern challenges in conversion tracking—like ad blockers, browser restrictions, and evolving privacy laws—and learn how to navigate these obstacles effectively. Key Skills for PPC Experts: We outline the crucial skills every PPC professional should possess, from setting up accurate conversion tracking with Google Tag Manager to leveraging first-party data and offline conversions. Practical Learning Roadmap: Get a structured guide on where to start and how to progress your skills, including recommended free resources and advanced training courses. Real-World Impact: Hear about the tangible benefits of mastering conversion tracking, such as optimizing campaigns more efficiently, explaining fluctuating performance to clients, and scaling accounts effectively. Whether you're aiming to become indispensable at an agency, succeed as a freelancer, or simply improve your PPC game, this episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice. Tune in and start your journey to becoming a conversion tracking and attribution master!…

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Breaking Down the Levels of a Google Ads Expertise: PPC UNLEASHED (Ep. 1) 28:06

41 weeks ago28:06

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Welcome to the first episode of PPC Unleashed! In this episode, we dive into the different levels of Google Ads expertise, from Beginner to Master. Are you just starting out or are you a seasoned pro? Understanding where you stand can help you identify the skills you need to develop to advance in your career. 0:00 Intro 0:29 Google Ads Levels Breakdown 4:35 Beginner Level 10:21 Intermediate Level 15:45 Break 16:18 Advanced Level 21:35 Master Level 27:09 Recap We’ll cover: -The four levels of expertise: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Master -Key skills and competencies for each stage -How different work environments can impact your progression -Tips for continuous learning and growth in the PPC industry Join us on this journey and find out where you fit in the Google Ads landscape. Don't forget to participate in our LinkedIn poll to share your experience and help us tailor future content to your needs. Key takeaway: Never stop learning. Invest time each week to read blogs, follow PPC experts, watch tutorials, or take courses to stay ahead in the game.…

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What Is PPC UNLEASHED? Podcast Introduction (Ep. 0) 5:25

41 weeks ago5:25