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There's something to love about every movie. Yes, even that one. At I Like To Movie Movie, we celebrate movies of all genres, with the only criteria being that it's worth talking about. Horror, action, sci-fi, drama, romance, classics, bombs, franchises, musicals, epics, shorts, and hardcore oddities -- it's all here. Listen as we discuss our favorites, interview filmmakers, and generally have a good time. It might get weird.
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Black in a Box

Black in a Box

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Black in a Box began as an intention to turn up the volume on the rural black voice, before becoming an exploration of modern life, politics and culture for all black faces in white spaces. Black in a Box is Alahna, Angelo, Dan, Dom and Nate. It is nuanced thinking about structural and systemic issues. It is learning and debating and sometimes shelling. It is hip-hop, rare groove, reggae and grime. It is rural and it is urban. It is fun and serious. It is educational and very occasionally it ...
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Contractor Growth Network

Logan Shinholser

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Growing up as the son of a successful contractor, Logan experienced firsthand the benefits of a healthy contracting business: less stress, more money, and more time for family. Now Logan runs Contractor Growth Network to help guide you on your journey to create a strong and reliable contracting business for your family. Interested in learning more? Visit contractorgrowthnetwork.com or join our Facebook group, Common Sense Contracting, today.
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Podcast Your Data

InterWorks, Inc.

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Podcast Your Data! is an ongoing collaboration between InterWorks and the data community. We talk to leading experts and up-and-coming talent about the latest trends and other interesting topics. With a flexible format and conversational tone, each show offers a new look into the world of data.
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Are you paying for SEO but not seeing results? Patrick, CGN’s in-house SEO specialist, joins us to expose the truth behind SEO strategies that don’t work—and how to tell if your current SEO investment is really paying off. We break down how to measure SEO performance the right way, what bad SEO looks like, and the key tools every contractor should …
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We're back! This time around, we're joined by an old friend of the pod...king of content, creator, critic, consultant...proper multi-hyphenate tings - it's Scully!As always, we meander through all kinds of topics and start things off with the team's latest and greatest efforts to maintain some kind of athletic, sporting relevance (06:34). With a gu…
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In this episode,Logan Shinholser interviews Dr. Anna Hunter, Director of Learning & Development at JobTread, to unpack how human behavior directly impacts digital adoption in construction companies. Anna explains why technology is only as effective as its implementation, how to create true team buy-in, and how contractors can avoid wasting thousand…
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As the newest recruit to the Movie Movie team it was only right for Megan to have a turn picking a movie for the show. Somehow, she found a film that neither Stephen nor Dan had seen before: the cult classic dark comedy Heathers! Join us as we discuss this bizarre ‘80s treat that feels all too relevant today. We laugh, we cry, we love our dead gay …
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Overview Want to know why some contractors dominate local search while others don't even show up? In this episode of the CGN Podcast, we sit down with CGN's SEO Manager, Stephanie, to walk you through how to optimize your Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) and turn it into a lead-generating machine. From avoiding common mistakes …
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In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network podcast, Logan Shinholser sits down with Kyle Hunt, remodeling business coach and founder of Remodelers on the Rise. Kyle breaks down his signature "Remodelers Roadmap"—a six-system framework designed to simplify and strengthen every core aspect of a remodeling business. From financials and marketing…
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Megan has never seen a Mission: Impossible movie. Dan and Stephen are making her watch ALL OF THEM. That’s right, as the final (?) film in the series quickly approaches, we will be going through the ultimate preparatory task. It sounds impossible, but we’ll succeed, just like Ethan Hunt and the IMF gang! This time we’re talking Fallout, and it seem…
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In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network podcast, Logan Shinholser talks with Todd Dawalt, founder of Construction Leading Edge and host of The Construction Leading Edge Podcast. Together, they dive into the dangerous trap many contractors fall into, doing “just enough to start” (JETS)—and why that mentality holds businesses back from susta…
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AI is changing the way customers search—and smart contractors are adapting. In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network Podcast, Logan Shinholser sits down with Marcus Sheridan (They Ask, You Answer) to discuss the future of customer acquisition in the AI era. Discover how Marcus’s new book, Endless Customers, builds on his previous work to he…
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You know those ones where the mic is hot and you forget you've got a job to do? Yeah, sometimes it be like that. After we've spent 10 minutes bullsh***ing about Oasis tickets and rockstar conspiracy theories, we get into the real talk…Are we all proud to be British (or British residents, in Alahna’s case)? We discuss our best and worst opinions of …
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A recent study showed that almost half of Black Gen Z feel they can’t be themselves in the workplace. From name-changing, to code-switching, to creating sideline minority work chats, it seems the latest generation in the workforce feels unsupported in their authenticity. Are we surprised? (4:40) We discuss this and the influence of older generation…
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Megan has never seen a MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE movie. Dan and Stephen are making her watch ALL OF THEM. That’s right, as the final (?) film in the series quickly approaches, we will be going through the ultimate preparatory task. It sounds impossible, but we’ll succeed, just like Ethan Hunt and the IMF gang! We have plenty of time, so this won’t be a b…
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It’s Q1 2025 and the crash out threat is already HIGH. Living, working and travelling in London provides a very special level of crash out potential, which the BIAB crew discuss (1:17). So how does one find peace and relief, in these over-stimulating, highly-agitating times? Let’s talk mindfulness, spirituality and general peace-seeking (24:00).Enj…
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Client testimonials can be the most powerful marketing tool for contractors—but are you using them effectively? In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network Podcast, Sean sits down with Ian Miclean to break down why testimonials are critical for building trust, attracting leads, and standing out from the competition. Key Takeaways: Why testimon…
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In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network Podcast, Sean sits down with Ian Miclean, CGN's Director of Marketing, to break down website best practices for contractors. Your website is your #1 sales tool, but if it’s not structured correctly, it could be hurting your business instead of generating leads. Ian shares essential Website 101 tips, …
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“It's better to look ahead and prepare, than to look back and regret.” So says Olympic legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee. While she was talking about living a full life and not about seeing a year’s worth of movies, it was ultimately the best quote I could find to suit our latest episode. Yeah, I know we’re already at the end of February, but that still …
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Cold open on Angelo’s hairline (let’s address the elephant in the room)… from there we discuss Krept & Konan’s latest venture into part-ownership of Saveways, a BAME-centric grocery chain. Why are they getting some backlash within the culture and is it warranted? (7:35) Shifting gears, we clash over the BEST three-track runs on an album (31:18). Do…
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In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network Podcast, Logan sits down with Devon Vought, owner of Vought Construction, to uncover the secrets behind his success in the luxury home market. Devon shares how he elevated his construction business by focusing on exceptional client experiences and maintaining premium service standards. From charging …
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In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network Podcast, we sit down with Daniel Phan, Senior Creative Designer, to tackle a crucial question: Is your logo helping or hurting your business? Daniel has spent years crafting brand identities, designing logos, and building strong visual foundations for contractors and businesses. Today, he shares expe…
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There have been as many werewolf movies as there have been attempts at rebooting the Universal Monsters … uh … Universe, but it seems that writer/director Leigh Whannell has finally cracked the code, first with The Invisible Man, and now with Wolf Man, his uncommonly emotional take on everyone’s favorite flat-nosed wolfman. Join us as we discuss th…
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Dom, Alahna and Dan are joined by Tales From the Plantation host Tunde to discuss growing into the Auntie/Uncle era, from dancing embarrassingly to growing old (dis)gracefully.After a quick detour into the serious world of gym hygiene and etiquette, they embark on a thoughtful discussion of childhood moments that defined our identities (16:00), bef…
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Here is our favorite podcast from 2024! If you didn't have a chance to listen to this episode earlier in the year, now is your chance! WATCH OUR NS BUILDERS BRAND BREAKDOWN VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/a27JGE7TbNc Today we talk to Nick Schiffer, the visionary behind NS Builders and a titan in the realm of social media within the home building indus…
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In this second half of our interview with AJ Ballantine, discover how Cornerstone's 9-Day Design Build Process revolutionized sales and design! In this exclusive two-part interview, AJ Ballantine shares how he condensed a lengthy 5-week process into just 9 days—all without increasing staff. Learn the secrets behind his system overhaul, streamlined …
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We did it! We made it to the end of 2024 with our bodies intact and our brains filled with wonderful cinema. Join us as we count down our favorites of the year! You may notice that things are a bit different here at I LIKE TO MOVIE MOVIE, namely in the department of hosting duties. Yes, that’s right, Megan is officially joining the podcast as a ful…
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Discover how Cornerstone's 9-Day Design Build Process revolutionized sales and design! In this exclusive two-part interview, AJ Ballantine shares how he condensed a lengthy 5-week process into just 9 days—all without increasing staff. Learn the secrets behind his system overhaul, streamlined workflows and how contractors can adopt these strategies …
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The BIAB end of year special!We dive into the winners (5:39) and losers (19:16) of the year. A Canadian man's annus horribilis is mentioned. In detail. We then go into our tracks of the year (34:20) and give flowers to artists on both sides of the Atlantic before ending with wild predictions for 2025 (41:59)Tune in for the positivity, stay for the …
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This time, we're joined by an old friend of the pod, with Tunde Odufisan from the Tales from the Plantation podcast back in the studio with the gang. We discuss the challenges with gentle parenting (02:21), before looking at the challenges and rewards of parenting as a modern man (05:42). Next, is an honest conversation about having to teach your p…
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In the second part of this podcast series from The Contractor Growth Network, we dive into the importance of establishing your Unique Selling Proposition (USP). Join us as CGN's resident marketing expert, Ian MicLean, shares actionable insights on how to identify and refine your USP to stand out in your market. Whether you're looking to attract mor…
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When people show you who they are believe them the first time. But this time we are talking about America the nation, not Donald Trump, as the former reality star wins a second term against Kamala Harris. The results of the US Election are in and are we surprised? Now that feelings have been felt, we have a few thoughts about what happened (3:40). …
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Megan has never seen a MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE movie. Dan and Stephen are making her watch ALL OF THEM. That’s right, as the final (?) film in the series slowly approaches, we will be going through the ultimate preparatory task. It sounds impossible, but we’ll succeed, just like Ethan Hunt and the IMF gang! We have plenty of time, so this won’t be a ba…
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In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser dives deep into the art of identifying your Ideal Client Avatar (ICA) with special guest Ian Miclean, CGN's Marketing Director. Together, they explore actionable strategies to pinpoint your perfect audience, tailor your marketing, and drive real growth for your contracting busi…
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We're back with another episode, diving into some of the biggest talking points from the past few weeks.Have you ever seen your heroes up close? The pod discusses some of the times they were lucky enough to bear witness to notable people they'll be telling their grandkids about (01:38).This time, we take a look at Israel and Palestine, just over a …
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In this insightful episode of the Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser talks with Tanner Mullen, founder of DripJobs and owner of a thriving painting company in Florida. Tanner shares his journey in the contracting world and dives into the powerful role automation and technology play in solving the everyday pain points contractors face.…
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We're back! The team had a much needed break over the summer, focusing on getting married, having babies, jet-setting and just LIVING, but now we're back on our BS.This time around, Alahna, Angelo and Dom discuss some of their highlights of the hiatus (7:44). There's a discussion on women in rap music and exactly why they are DOMINATING in 2024 (19…
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In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network podcast, Logan Shinholser sits down with Chris Lalomia, founder of The Trusted Toolbox, a handyman and remodeling company generating over $3 million annually. Chris shares his journey from corporate life to building a thriving handyman business with 15 employees and how he expanded into the remodelin…
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In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Liz Chism, process and systems mastermind, to talk about her unique approach to creating systems that gets the entire team involved and bought in on the process. Getting the whole team bought into the "why," and then the "how." 0:00:00 How Liz mastered systems in the…
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It’s always a treat when Jeremy Saulnier drops a new movie, and his latest, the progressive-minded FIRST BLOOD riff REBEL RIDGE is yet another notch in his belt as the master of meaty, high-pressure thrillers. We discuss the morality of policing, the atypical way violence is employed to support theme, and whether or not a bicycle can still be ridde…
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In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Kyle Hunt, the mastermind behind Remodelers on the Rise, to explore how contractors can maximize their remodeling profits by adjusting the six key financial dials. Whether you're looking to boost your bottom line, improve cash flow, or streamline your business proces…
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In honor of the release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice we’re going back in time 36 years to dig six feet deep into the original film. Tim Burton’s raucously imaginative comedy gave rise to action figures, a cartoon, and a broadway musical, but can it survive sequelization? Kick off spooky season with us! After the discussion we count down our favorite …
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In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Horner to uncover the top 5 video marketing mistakes that could be costing you views and conversions. From poor targeting to neglected analytics, we break down each mistake and provide actionable tips on how to fix them. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this podcast will help you refin…
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Megan has never seen a MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE movie. Dan and Stephen are making her watch ALL OF THEM. That’s right, as the final (?) film in the series slowly approaches, we will be going through the ultimate preparatory task. It sounds impossible, but we’ll succeed, just like Ethan Hunt and the IMF gang! We have plenty of time, so this won’t be a ba…
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In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with CGN’s SEO expert, Stuart Hendry, to unravel the mysteries surrounding AI's role in search engine optimization. Together, they dive deep into what's genuinely transformative in AI-driven SEO and what's simply marketing buzz. From understanding the latest tools and…
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Deadpool is back, and this time he’s got a buddy with him. Join us as we discuss the latest from the Merc with a Mouth, and try to decide where the line is between storytelling, fan service, and stone cold capitalism. Instead of a list, this week we discuss the latest news out of SDCC, namely the casting of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom! Is it g…
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Join Logan Shinholser as he talks to CGN's social media expert, Sean Holleran, and dives deep into the essential marketing strategies for contractors to promote their work at job sites effectively. As the busy summer season rolls on, Logan and Sean emphasize the importance of capturing content from ongoing projects to create impactful marketing mat…
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It’s summer baby, and that means BLOCKBUSTERS, and way back in 1998 it meant ARMAGEDDON. Join us as we dive into what makes Michael Bay’s disaster epic so special. We laugh, we cry, and we blame it all on space dementia. After the discussion we count down some of our favorite Bruce Willis movies. Our special guest is Megan of MEGAN: IMPOSSIBLE fame…
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In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, Join our host, Logan Shinholser, as he sits down with his father, Steve Shinholser, to explore the secrets behind building successful businesses and maintaining lifelong customers. Steve shares his journey from starting a lifeguard business right out of college to founding Premier Ponds, a company h…
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