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The kbbreview Podcast

kbbreview, Andrew Davies

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Kbbreview has been the leading B2B title for the independent kitchen and bathroom retail market for nearly 40 years and The kbbreview Podcast is a stand-out weekly show for this sector. We cover national industry issues, shopfloor concerns, personal stories and expert views. This is an industry spread right across the UK and our podcast community hears directly from KBB retailers discussing their biggest issues. Whether the highly-engaged audience agrees, disagrees or empathises - hearing th ...
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The Perfect Rise: Conversations with RBA

The Retail Bakers of America Association

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"The Perfect Rise: Conversations with RBA" is your all-access pass to the heart of the retail baking industry. Each episode brings you inside the kitchen with leading bakers, educators, and innovators who share their stories, tips, and insights. From the secrets of achieving the perfect loaf to navigating business growth, we explore what it takes to elevate your baking craft and career. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, an aspiring baker, or simply hungry for inspiration, tune in and discover h ...
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Curious to learn more about what's cooking in the kitchen of Ahold Delhaize and the food and retail industry? Refreshing Retail is here to share the latest trends, innovations and news.
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In the Sauce

Heritage Radio Network

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A podcast about building consumer product (CPG) startups. When Haven's Kitchen launched its fresh sauces in grocery stores across the U.S., founder Alison Cayne knew they were jumping into something crazy. In her effort to get educated, she started meeting with everyone she knew and respected who could advise her - from operations and supply chain gurus to brand marketing and social media mavens. Then she started having those conversations as a podcast so that other entrepreneurs can learn f ...
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My name is Dom Burch, I am a business coach and mentor. On this podcast I speak to fellow coaches about their field of expertise, and inspirational leaders about what makes them tick, how they motivate themselves and others, and what it means to be authentic.
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Candid interviews with successful Self-starters. On Build It. They'll Come, you'll hear from some amazing Australian entrepreneurs who bet big to build great businesses. Journalist Helen Dalley interviews business innovators and visionaries on how they turned their lightbulb idea into a viable, sustainable enterprise. This podcast is about the human face behind taking a simple idea and turning it into a business or movement. It's the beating heart behind what it takes to build an empire, fro ...
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Welcome to The FatCast! I'll sit down with a different friend of mine every week and just talk about how our lives work. From lawyers to photographers to drug dealers to retail workers and all in between. Stories, advice, possibly drug and alchohal abuse, weve got it all. Communicate with me on Twitter or instagram anytime!!
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Running a restaurant is no easy feat. Every day brings new challenges, and success takes more than just great food. Science of Service is your guide to navigating the ups and downs of the hospitality management industry, offering real stories, practical advice, and lessons from people who’ve been there. Whether you’re juggling tight margins, managing labor issues, or looking to enhance customer experience, this show is here to help. Each episode features honest and insightful conversations w ...
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Jack and Jill Johnson are two of the most experienced franchise experts in the industry, and their podcast The Inside Scoop is a must-listen for anyone considering investing in a franchise. Here are five reasons why:1. Jack and Jill have over 20 years of experience in the franchise industry. 2. They sell franchises, so they know which ones are actually making money. 3. They're not afraid to tell it like it is - you won't find any boring interviews on this podcast. 4. Every episode is jam-pac ...
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In highly regulated markets like cannabis and craft beer, badass marketing is necessary for not only surviving but thriving in business. Geared towards women and minorities in business, from marketing coordinators to ambitious entrepreneurs and seasoned leaders, this podcast offers invaluable insights to help you thrive in your industry. You'll gain access to actionable marketing insights that will help you grow your business and market like a badass. Each season of Market Like A Badass feat ...
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ORIGINS: A Speaker Series

Heritage Radio Network

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ORIGINS: A Speaker Series aims to elevate the conversation about food, its origins and what we are doing with food and food systems on this planet. The focus for this series is the food of the mid-Atlantic region, centered around Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The series is held within the intimate confines of Artifact Coffee, one of the restaurants owned by Spike and Amy Gjerde and their partner, Corey Polyoka. Spike Gjerde recently received the 2015 James Beard Foundation Award ...
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Albert Fouerti, the founder and CEO of Appliances Connection, is a pioneer of the expansion of brick-and-mortar retail to the digital realm. He has led Appliances Connection for over two decades with his innovative strategies, parlaying his tech expertise and understanding of consumer behavior to transform a fragmented industry, yielding significant company growth. After launching computer and digital camera businesses earlier on (the latter becoming obsolete with the advent of higher-qualit ...
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In this episode of Coach Class I caught up with Jane Kenyon MBE — a serial entrepreneur, intuitive coach, and unapologetic champion for women and girls. Jane shares her extraordinary personal journey: from a traumatic upbringing and being abandoned at 16, to thriving in corporate life, reinventing herself as an entrepreneur, and ultimately founding…
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We meet the legendary interior designer to talk about his new kitchen range and his (very candid) thoughts on design and retail. Welcome to the kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and today we're in a dreary old loft in South London and our challenge is to turn this empty bit of audio space into a fully-fledged podcast episode in just 45 mi…
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When Jesse Todd did grunt work on the IT “Help” desk in an investment bank many moons ago, he developed a passion for managing corporate data and information better. Over recent decades, as companies have got bigger, needing to hold ever more mountains of data and documents for compliance -- one of business’ biggest headaches -- Jesse saw a huge op…
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In this episode of Coach Class, I was joined by Amanda Downs — commercial leader turned coach, facilitator, and soon-to-be author of Stepping Up to Sales Leader. Using the Japanese concept of Ikigai — your reason for being — as a guiding theme, Amanda reflects on what lights her up, how she helps others grow, and why leading a commercial team is a …
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host as always is Andy Davies. Neptune has grown from a humble start in the 1990s to become one of the UK’s most distinctive premium home and kitchen brands. With around 30 of its own showrooms and 80 more retail partners it has become one of the largest independent kitchen retail networks in the UK with littl…
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What does it take to join the elite ranks of Certified Master Bakers (CMB)? In this powerful episode of The Perfect Rise, we go behind the scenes with Chef Austin Scoles—pastry chef, educator, and one of the newest CMBs certified by the Retail Bakers of America. From 10+ weekends of intense practice to a two-day exam that tests everything from prec…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and this episode comes LIVE from the InstallerSHOW 2025. This is the third and final LIVE episode we recorded at the show and we’re finishing with a question every single KBB showroom has on their mind– what should I be doing with social media? And in particular we’re looking at small to me…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and we are LIVE at the InstallerShow 2025! This is our second of three shows we did at the show, and this is such an important one as its about an area that gets to the heart of what good kitchen and bathroom design is all about – the combination of style, aesthetics and practical solutions…
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What does it really take to grow a hospitality brand without watering down what made it special in the first place? In this episode of Science of Service, Rachel sits down with Ivan Orkin—chef, ramen pioneer, and star of Chef’s Table—and Chad Combs, the operational force behind Ivan Ramen’s growing franchise business. Together, they unpack the real…
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🎧 In this episode of Coach Class, I’m joined by someone I’ve admired for years — Sarah Fothergill, now Vice President at HH Global, the world’s fastest-growing marketing execution company. Sarah and I reflect on our shared time at Asda — a place that was far more than just a job. It was a boot camp for leadership, values, resilience, and finding yo…
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From Fine Pastry to Mentorship: Chef Jennifer Hyde on Lifelong Learning in the Kitchen What does it take to build a career in pastry that spans bread, chocolate, and mentorship? In this episode of The Perfect Rise: Conversations with the RBA, we sit down with Jennifer Hyde, Assistant Pastry Chef at the prestigious Everglades Club in Palm Beach, Flo…
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In this episode of Titans of Foodservice, host Nick Portillo dives into the proven strategies behind successfully expanding food brands into new markets. Nick unpacks the essential steps brokers take to drive growth, from identifying the right operator profile to building strong distribution networks and leveraging the power of local broker relatio…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and this episode was recorded LIVE today (June 24, 2025) at the InstallerSHOW 2025. Today we’re talking about the most important topic of all at the moment – and that’s the health of the kbb independent retailer market after a difficult couple of years. We did a snapshot survey of retailers…
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You could say Les Schirato had a key advantage in his early business journey… he married the boss’s daughter! The western Sydney born and bred son of Italian and Maltese migrants, Les started work at Vittoria Coffee before he’d even left school, loved it, and was asked back into the business while waiting for his HSC results. Les did indeed marry L…
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With over 90,000 restaurants and a population of more than 40 million, the Golden State offers a dynamic and diverse market that’s as competitive as it is promising. This week, Nick unpacks key strategies to boost your sales and marketing efforts and explores what it takes to stand out in such a saturated space. From navigating complex regulations …
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What happens when your business depends on third parties to deliver your product, but you still want every order to arrive hot, fresh, and worthy of your name? In this episode of Science of Service, we dive into the story of Andy Brown, founder of Andy’s Pizza—a neighborhood staple turned regional favorite known for high standards and a refreshingl…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and this is Episode Three of Season 15. We've got a great interview for you today - Phil Cole, the co-owner of Clive Christian. Founded in 1978 by Clive, it has become one of the few well-known kitchen brands in the ultra luxury arena - certainly in the traditional style. It's had it's ups …
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In this episode of Coach Class, I caught up with executive coach and chartered engineer Sam Williams, whose personal journey through late-diagnosed ADHD and perimenopause has redefined how she leads, coaches, and lives. What started as a 30-second BBC appearance turned into a profound moment of reflection for Sam—one that prompted her to confront l…
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From decorating cakes at age 12 to launching a bakery in memory of her son, Heather Ugorowski’s baking journey is one of passion, purpose, and perseverance. In this heartfelt episode of The Perfect Rise, the RBA podcast, Heather shares the incredible highs and lows of her career—from a 10,000-mile bakery road trip to rebuilding after floods, accide…
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Send us a text What makes some franchise owners wildly successful while others struggle? Scott Greenberg, acclaimed author and former top-performing franchisee, unlocks the secrets of "wealthy franchisees" in this eye-opening conversation. Scott's journey began unexpectedly when he spotted an Edible Arrangements ad in an airline magazine. As a moti…
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Welcome to another very special bonus episode of The kbbreview Podcast, you host is Andy Davies and today we've got a really interesting conversation with Rob Ginsberg from hib. Until very recently it was better known as H.I.B and was founded by Rob's father Warren Ginsberg 35 years ago. But it has undergone a major rebrand - and subtle name change…
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In this week’s episode, Nick sits down with Alex Strauch, CEO & Founder of Conza—a brand that’s making waves with their high-quality sourdough breadcrumbs. Together, they dive into the challenges of food service sales and discuss key tactics for growth and market entry, especially for new brands. Alex shares firsthand experience on navigating suppl…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host as always is Andrew Davies and this is Episode Two of Season 15. This week we're building up to the InstallerSHOW - the huge exhibition of all things plumbing, heating, electrical, renewables AND, of course, kitchens and bathrooms. It's at the NEC on June 24th, 25th and 26th and it is packed with loads of…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies, and this is a very special bonus episode where we catch up with one of the biggest brands in the sector - InSinkErator. They've got a bold new strategy, an eye-catching rebrand and a cutting-edge product launch with their new Next Generation range. They're reinventing the food waste dispos…
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In this reflective and energising episode, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with my former Asda colleague Melissa Hill, now on a well-earned career break after 16 years at Walmart. Together, we explore what it really means to pause, reset, and be intentional about the next chapter. 🔑 Key themes: The reality of high-pressure comms roles in global …
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Send us a text What happens when you combine 13 years of corporate experience with the right franchise opportunity? Brian Gross's remarkable story answers this question, revealing how he transformed from a comfortable but unfulfilled financial services professional into the top-performing Art of Drawers franchisee in Tampa, Florida. Brian's journey…
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What do you get when you combine a lifelong artist, a pastry chef, and an award-winning educator? You get Certified Master Baker Derek Corsino. In this inspiring episode of The Perfect Rise, we sit down with Derek to explore his journey from eight-year-old cake decorator to Food Network competitor, high school culinary instructor, and published aut…
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Welcome to a new season of The kbbreview Podcast, your host as always is Andy Davies and we're kicking it off with a very special and exclusive interview with Dr Reinhard Zinkann - one of the two co-owners of Miele. Andy met him at the global appliance giant's new Experience Centre showroom bang in the middle of Wigmore Street in London. Dr Zinkann…
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Sydney-based Tamar Krebs started as a Registered Nurse, but her decades of experience as a senior manager operating Retirement Villages, Nursing Homes and Dementia Units, led this visionary thinker to believe we needed to deliver much better care for our aged and demented loved ones; that the existing model of 100 people living under the one roof, …
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In this episode of Coach Class Kate Levy shares her remarkable career journey from child actress to award-winning executive producer and creative leader. With years of experience spanning TV, branded content, and B2B production, Kate has shaped powerful stories across sectors—and guided teams through high-stakes creative projects. Highlights: Early…
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Send us a text Authentic Neapolitan pizza finally gets the franchise treatment it deserves! In this captivating conversation, we sit down with Trey Reinhart, a Cascadia Pizza franchisee who's redefining what's possible in pizza franchising. Trey's story starts far from the world of food - managing truck stops and gas stations - before recognizing a…
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In this episode of Science of Service, we meet Mike Lindsey & Kimberly Love-Lindsey - the husband-and-wife duo behind the fast-growing Lindsey Food Group. From finding love on the restaurant floor to launching their first concept during the height of the pandemic, their story is one of risk, resilience, and rewriting the rules of hospitality. They …
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This week, Nick Portillo welcomes David Garascia, General Manager of Food Service at Bell Brands, to explore how to grow a food service business within a retail-driven company. David shares strategies for building strong distribution networks, creating operator relationships, and delivering value beyond pricing. He also reveals how Bell Brands is e…
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In this eye-opening episode of Market Like A Badass, I sit down with Kat Kennan, certified trauma-informed professional and Founder and CEO of Radical Customer Experience and BVscore.ai, to explore how trauma-informed marketing is revolutionizing customer relationships and brand loyalty. On this episode, you will: Discover why traditional marketing…
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In this episode of Coach Class, I’m joined by Ray McCaughan, a seasoned nurse and founder of Horizon Health Clinics in Skipton. With over 25 years’ experience in acute care, chronic care, and forensic mental health, Ray shares how a ride-along with his paramedic uncle in the 1980s led him from HM Treasury to a lifelong commitment to healthcare. We …
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This week, Nick is breaking down why so many food brokers fail early on — and what you can do to avoid the same mistakes. It’s not about bad sales skills. The real issues come from not understanding how to run the business side of a brokerage. Drawing from real-world experience, listen as Nick unpacks the five critical mistakes that often lead to e…
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In this electrifying episode of Market Like a Badass, host Kristin McFarland (Founder & CEO of The Source Marketing Group) sits down with Evan Nison, Founder & President of NisonCo, a trailblazing PR, SEO, and content creation firm specializing in cannabis, psychedelics, and emerging industries. Get ready to dive deep into the future of AI, automat…
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What happens when a high-powered marketing consultant trades her corporate corner office for a 30-quart mixer and a dream? In this powerful episode of The Perfect Rise, Kimberly Houston sits down with Amie Smith, pastry chef and owner of a thriving scratch bakery on Cape Cod, to talk about building a second-act career from the ground up—literally. …
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Nick explores the “force multiplier” effect—an elite military strategy—and how it applies to sales in the food service industry, this week on the Titans of Foodservice podcast. By building scalable systems, training teams, and leveraging tools like LinkedIn, sales professionals can expand their reach and grow their brands more efficiently. Listen f…
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Send us a text Every dollar you save in taxes is another dollar you can reinvest in your franchise. But are you leaving money on the table? In this eye-opening conversation, CPA Michael Reeder reveals the tax strategies that have helped franchisees nationwide maximize their profits and build sustainable wealth. Michael brings 14+ years of specializ…
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In this episode of Market Like a Badass, host Kristin McFarland, Founder and CEO of The Source Marketing Group, welcomes Varun Sharma, Founder and CEO of Sticky Cards for a dynamic and engaging conversation on cannabis tech. Discover how Sticky Cards is revolutionizing loyalty programs for cannabis retailers with their app-free solution that levera…
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In this episode of Science of Service, we’re joined by Ryan Handel - restaurant operator turned co-founder and CEO of FIXE, a bookkeeping solution designed by hospitality folks, for hospitality folks. Ryan’s journey started on the floor of a busy restaurant and led to building a platform that now supports thousands of businesses in getting their fi…
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There are many ways to generate revenue in the food service industry. This week, Nick talks about the power of choosing one clear, effective strategy. Drawing from personal experience as a food broker, he shares three major missteps that stalled his growth but ultimately reshaped how he approaches business. From the importance of strong market cove…
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Most cannabis, hemp, and other highly regulated businesses are leaving thousands on the table with broken email flows and generic automations. Or even worse, using restrictive technology that makes it harder for your teams to perform and monetize your customer data. But the real pros? They’re using Klaviyo to crush revenue. Klaviyo isn’t just for m…
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Adelaide-born and raised Sophie Lovejoy jumped from being a well-paid TV producer into the precarious, fickle world of fashion, when she started out creating and then manufacturing cute boxer shorts to sell in her mum’s homewares store in Norwood, Adelaide. Fast forward a few years and Sophie took the plunge to move herself and her business to Los …
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In this inspiring episode of The Perfect Rise, host Kimberly Houston sits down with Amy Emberling, Managing Partner at the legendary Zingerman’s Bakehouse, to explore what it really takes to build a bakery business that lasts—not just in years, but in values, vision, and community impact. Amy shares how she went from baking as a child in Nova Scoti…
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There are many reasons why so many brands struggle—and ultimately fail—in the food service industry. Spoiler: it’s not because their products aren’t good. It’s often because they underestimate two crucial factors—demand and logistics. This week, Nick is breaking down the common misconceptions, especially among those moving from retail to food servi…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast and the first of TWO very special episodes coming live from Blackpool and the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025. Since we launched these awards back in September we've been putting out special monthly awards episodes talking to judges, organisers and finalists and it's all thanks to our 2025 Awards Podcast Partn…
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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast and the first of TWO very special episodes coming live from Blackpool and the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025. Since we launched these awards back in September we've been putting out special monthly awards episodes talking to judges, organisers and finalists and it's all thanks to our 2025 Awards Podcast Partn…
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Discover the intersection of AI ethics and cannabis technology in this enlightening episode of Market Like a Badass with host Kristin McFarland and cannabis marketing expert Brad Bogus. Explore how to navigate critical ethical considerations that impact your marketing strategy. In this episode, we dive deep into: How AI is reshaping cannabis market…
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