Pitch Lab brings Merrick Creative’s Tom Frank and communication guru Jackie Hampton together to spotlight CEOs and founders hustling to take their brands to the next level. Whether they're launching groundbreaking products, tackling growth challenges, or in the midst of raising capital, Tom and Jackie dive into the heart of their stories. Each episode features a spirited conversation uncovering the quirks, origin tales, and future plans that make these brands tick. But the real magic happens ...
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Place Shapers, hosted by Todd Fidelman, dives into the often radical origin stories of real estate’s most prized residential and mixed-use communities—many of which have become thriving hubs, cultural landmarks and rejuvenators of entire geographies.
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OnTheStacks with Bill Corcoran Jr. is Real Talk on Purpose. This podcast features deep-dive conversations into the mindset of high performers who keep pushing forward even when the odds are stacked against them. Hear from entrepreneurs, bold thinkers, and change-makers who go beyond passion, bet on themselves, and build legacies that last.
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With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher Günsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it’s authentic conversations. Sometimes we’ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. ...
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Welcome to "Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture," where we delve into the essence of branding beyond the surface sheen. A brand is more than just a logo or a slogan; it's a reflection of identity, values, and reputation that resonates within our cultural landscape. Enjoy as we peel back the layers to uncover the raw, authentic stories behind the people and products that shape our world. This isn't your average corporate podcast. Join Tom Frank, partner and chief creative officer at Merrick C ...
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Welcome to Don't F*ck This Up, the podcast answering the ultimate question: ‘how the fuck did you land that cool job?’. Two decades of executive coaching and team building at the world's coolest brands have paved the way for Lauren Alvarez to host weekly conversations with creators, leaders and entrepreneurs and dig into what it takes to champion the road less traveled. New episodes every Wednesday. Click subscribe on whatever platform you listen to podcasts, and share your favorite episodes ...
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Cooking Saved My Life: Breaking Rules, Finding Creative Freedom, & Turning Passion into Product | Ep.253: Chef Jonathon Merrick
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1:24:23Discover how Chef Jonathon Merrick turned his obsession for cooking into a powerful creative outlet that reshaped his life and career. In this episode, Chef Merrick breaks down how passion fuels progress—from making a new city home to launching Chef Dust, a bold spice brand built on authentic global flavors. 💼 In this episode, we cover: 🔥 Cooking a…
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The Simple Solution For Staying Sane When It Feels Like the World is Ending
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16:17Depending on your algorithm, you’re being fed death, destruction, calamity, chaos, fire, floods, and horror more and more and more. Chatting with Sally Gold the other day. It’s pretty clear we only really have so much room between our ears for stuff like that. So when a friend who lives in Africa reached out to me the other day asking, “How do we s…
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How Talking About Money Can Pay Off, with Sylvia Jeffreys
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1:00:44Sylvia Jeffreys knows the power that lies in asking the right questions about your finances. She's been talking a lot on that topic recently, with some of the best money minds around, as part of her podcast 'The Pay Off'. In this conversation, she shares the best of what she's learned so far, both from the experts and from her own life. Get your ti…
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What my 'Dancing with the Stars' Debut Showed me
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18:44Osher offers his reflections on his first dance - including what was really hardest about the process, why deliberately going into something you're not good at is so good for you, the power of habit and a way he reacted to the process that really surprised him. Find tickets to Story Club here Pre-order Osher's new book 'So What, Now What?' here Ema…
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They Built an AI For Business, Found Product-Market Fit, and It Spoke on the Podcast | Ep.252 Mat Giordano, Justin Ballen, & AIDEN
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1:05:56What does it take to build a multi-purpose AI assistant from scratch—and get it working inside actual businesses? In this episode, Mat Giordano and Justin Ballen share the story behind AIDEN, a telecom-grade AI assistant they built for businesses and Managed Service Providers (MSPs). AIDEN isn’t a concept. It’s already in the market—answering calls…
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Life-Changing Authenticity, with Kat John
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56:22Are you truly being yourself? How can you be sure? What could be gained when you embrace your authenticity - or, what do you miss when you don't? Kat John, authenticity coach, speaker, podcaster and author of 'Authentic: Coming Home to Your True Self' explains to Osher why understanding and answering these questions are essential. Check out Osher's…
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Do you struggle with coming up with ideas on your own? Or properly realising the vision in your head? What if the greatest creativity isn't found in isolation, but emerges only when we truly open ourselves to the brilliance of others? Osher offers 4 questions for genius ideas and effortless collaborative creativity. Pre-order “So What, Now What?” S…
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From $0 to $10K Months: Content & Systems That Scale | Ep.251: Chaz Bademan
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1:17:16Coaches, creators, and entrepreneurs — if you're stuck in hustle mode or trying to scale your business with scattered systems, this episode is your blueprint. In this value-packed conversation, digital marketer, business coach, and videographer Chaz Bademan breaks down how to grow with soul-aligned strategies that feel good and convert. 🎤 In this e…
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Why the greatest challenge in life is yourself, with Chris Ryan
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55:05The pressure to work more, constantly comparing yourself to other people, the endless list of self-improvement 'shoulds', and even full blown mental health struggles - what do we do when the biggest obstacles are the ones inside our own heads? Comedian Chris Ryan might not have every answer, but in this chat with Osher, she certainly has a way of i…
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Have you ever wanted more clarity around how your brain works? Often, it can be knowledge that can mean the difference between having the perspective and tools to make changes in your life, or not. There are countless books on the subject, but here, Osher details 7 that have been instrumental to his own life, that have helped his own clarity on the…
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Rock Bottom. Addiction. Redemption. How Faith Brought Him Back | Ep.250: Mark Harris
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1:45:53Mark Harris had lost everything—his kids, his marriage, his business, and his will to live. Addicted to opioids and fresh out of the hospital, he collapsed at his sister’s house after nearly overdosing. What followed was a supernatural moment, a cry for help, and the beginning of the greatest comeback of his life. In this episode: 🙏🏼 What rock bott…
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Purpose, Parenting, Posca - and how you can do everything you want, with Merrick Watts
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1:02:56Merrick Watts is a comedian, radio and TV personality, actor, event and festival manager, highly certified sommelier, parent, fitness nut, SAS Australia selection-passer, entrepreneur and drink developer. And he has a jet-ski license. So if you wanted to talk to someone who can tell you exactly what it takes to balance your commitments and still go…
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New Book Reveal with my Illustrator Campbell Walker (Struthless)
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20:19When it came to writing a second book, Osher hadn’t lived enough since the extra bits were added to the second edition of his memoir to write another memoir based on only five years. Instead, he wrote the book he wished he had during times when his mental health wasn’t doing well. It’s the kind of book one grabs when they’ve tried everything else b…
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The Paramedic Secrets to Handling Anything, with Sally Gould
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1:06:27In a job where stress, trauma and the unexpected greet you everyday, with lives on the line, how do you cope? Sally Gould, author of 'Frog: the secret diary of a paramedic' gives Osher the answers - including what she always does and says to stay calm and control a room, how she debriefs and deals with trauma, why humour is essential, and the 'magi…
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Escaping the trap of “I have reasons, you have excuses”
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18:52When that person up ahead in the right turn only lane puts their blinker on way too late and starts to merge across the solid line towards your lane, what are your thoughts about that person? When you you distinctly recall asking your partner to empty the recycling bin yesterday, and now it’s a jenga pile of jam jars and plastic packets - what are …
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Neil Kumar on Designing for People, Not Just Spaces
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41:17In this episode of Place Shapers, host Todd Fidelman welcomes Neil Kumar, seasoned real estate developer and strategic mind behind some of the most thoughtfully designed communities in the D.C. region. Together, they unpack the virtues that drive long-term development—courage, patience, and intelligence—and which truly deserves the captain’s seat w…
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Don’t Forget to Be Creative: Edward Crowe on Ancestry, Energy & Artistic Rebirth | Ep.249
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1:04:10“Don’t forget to be creative.” Those were some of the last words Edward Crowe’s mother told him before she passed. Years later, during a sacred psychedelic ceremony on his land, the world-renowned artist, Rime, spoke the exact same words to Edward—without ever knowing that story. That moment changed everything. In this episode, Edward opens up abou…
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The power of Origin and how NRL can change us with Marlee Silva
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59:32Marlee Silva has achieved some incredible things - and some of the biggest lessons and inspirations in her life have come from directly from the NRL itself. In this episode, Marlee reveals those key lessons, as well as talking about role models and mentoring, the mindsets that have led to her success, why there's nothing like State of Origin, how b…
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When you look at Australian politics, you’ll know that preference deals play a big role in who eventually ends up in power. But preferences can put you in a powerful position too. In this episode Osher talks about how you can make a preference deal with yourself to win a better day today - particularly if you're feeling terrible about something tha…
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In the latest episode of Pitch Lab, hosts Jackie and Tom slice into the flavorful world of craft meats with George Turkette, CEO and founder of Turchetti’s Salumeria. From DIY pancetta in restaurant kitchens to building a premium meat brand with national reach, George shares the unfiltered story behind one of the most exciting names in charcuterie …
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Building a Streetwear Brand on Family, Grit, & Harlem Hustle | Ep.248 Carlos Betances
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1:16:57Mix Harlem hustle, deep-rooted family ties, and relentless work ethic—and you don’t just get a clothing line. You get a streetwear brand that’s built different—one rooted in culture, powered by community, and delivered with a touch of luxury. In this episode, Carlos Betances returns to the podcast to share how he took Jazrae from hand-pressed tees …
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Why better decisions lie in your blindspots, with Dr Kirstin Ferguson
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51:00When we look to someone for answers, 'I don't know' is maybe the last thing we want to hear. But it could be one of the best things a leader can say - a gateway to honesty, curiosity, and flexibility, to a bigger picture, to much better decisions, and to a revolutionary process called 'blindspotting'. Renowned leadership and management thought lead…
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What I learned from wrangling the Real Housewives Of Sydney
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18:09Osher talks about what it’s like to host the Real Housewives Of Sydney Reunion. The short version is: it’s intense. How intense? Well, arguably one of the most emotional gigs of his TV career, leading to one of the most fascinating physical reactions he’s ever had from doing his job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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John Clarkson on Creativity as the Catalyst for Residential Transformation
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36:01From metro-topping towers to campus-cool student digs, John Clarkson has seen (and steered) residential developments of every size and shape. As Senior Managing Director for Greystar Development Services, he leads innovative, landscape-shifting projects across the Mid-Atlantic—and still finds time to geek out over site plans and Spanish poetry. Joi…
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Election '25: What happened and what NEEDS to happen now with Charles Croucher
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54:42This is what you need to know to make sense of the election and what it should mean for us all going forward. Nine's chief political editor Charles Croucher unpacks the key elements that decided this election, whether Trump played a role, what the liberal party must learn and what the Albanese government has to take action on He also speaks more br…
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Osher's Election Reflection (aka, we are more alike than we think)
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23:31Something happened on the other side of that election result which I would really love to talk about. Something which we’ve I’ve noticed missing among all the forensic dissection of how the libs lost this or the greens lost that. There’s a massive, glaring fact which I haven’t seen discussed yet, so I thought I’d put it out there. It’s got to do wi…
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On this episode of Pitch Lab, we cracked open a can of Donna’s Pickle Beer and an even better story with co-founder Scott Baird—a hospitality lifer whose career spans from world-renowned cocktail bars to roadside burger joints. Alongside his longtime collaborator Josh Jankovic, Scott has created a beer that’s turning heads, dividing palates, and so…
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Mastering changes in your life with Andrea Clarke
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54:06Sometimes it can feel like everything is out of our control - that things happen to us rather than for us or with us. But what if instead of fearing change, we could know that we were ready for it, and that we could harness it deliberately to steer us toward the life we want? This is exactly what this chat between Osher and Andrea Clarke will help …
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What I did when taking a break became more exhausting than working
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14:32There’s two kinds of people when it comes to holidays. Those who are more than happy to spend two straight weeks napping by the pool, and those who struggle with suddenly not having something to do. Osher is most definitely in the latter cohort. In this episode he shares how over time, he’s had to learn a lot about what to do when he’s not working.…
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Harry Merrick on Legacy, Creativity, and the Future of Real Estate Marketing
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28:51In this special conversation, host Todd Fidelman welcomes advertising veteran Harry Merrick for a compelling conversation about the evolution of marketing, leadership, and legacy. As the co-founder of Merrick Towle—now Merrick Creative—Harry helped shape one of the real estate industry’s most influential creative agencies. Though recently retired a…
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3 MILLION Views/Month: How SportzWire is Changing Youth Sports Media in NEPA | Ep.247: Justin Bradley
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1:06:20What happens when a group of passionate photographers, videographers, and storytellers unite to build a youth sports media platform fueled by community, not clout? In this episode, Justin Bradley, co-founder of SportzWire, shares the grassroots origin story behind one of the fastest-growing sports content platforms in Northeast Pennsylvania. Now ce…
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What people-focused politics can do, with Allegra Spender
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52:23This episode was recorded live at SXSW 2024 - and it might be a very different example of what a politician sounds like from what you've been hearing recently. Here, Allegra not only reveals to Osher and an eager crowd the realities of political life in Canberra, the best and worst things about the job and why some other politicians are focused on …
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How I traded bagels for a baby - my last ever meal of gluten
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18:58It’s Monday, and Osher’s got a story about the time he traded bagels for having a baby, and the mortifying experience of being emasculated by a plastic cup. Story Club Tickets at storyclublive.com May 11 The Comedy Store, Sydney. Ft: Osher Günsberg Zoë Norton-Lodge Nat’s What I Reckon Hannah Reilly Blair Joscleyne (aka Moog) and Gracie Otto See omn…
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Place Shapers, dives into the often radical origin stories of real estate’s most prized residential and mixed-use communities—many of which have become thriving hubs, cultural landmarks and rejuvenators of entire geographies. The Place Shapers podcast is made for ambitious professionals who love bold ideas and fresh perspectives, and is part of the…
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Climate CRISIS, Dire WOLVES, Giza PYRAMIDS, MARKET Crash—Is It All Real? | Ep.246: Mark Margavage
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1:55:55Is climate crisis a hoax or reality? Are dire wolves back from extinction? Do the Giza Pyramids hide ancient tech? Is the stock market crashing? Join us for a raw, no-filter dive into these bold questions! Our exploration doesn’t stop there; we dive into the philosophical implications of humanity’s delicate dance with nature, questioning climate sh…
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This is how we help young men - unpacking 'Adolescence' with Dr Billy Garvey
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1:03:46Like many, Dr Billy Garvey recently watched the limited series 'Adolescence'. However, unlike many, as one of the country's leading voices on childhood development and mental health, he is able to offer some crucial insights into the issues the program presents, the solutions we must all be a part of, as well as what he wished the program showed...…
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Dealing with dementia by thinking about shapes in the clouds
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16:29Our brains do some amazing things when it comes to creating meaning and recognising patterns. Sometimes it can fill us with awe. Sometimes it can make a heartbreaking situation feel worse. For more from Osher and tickets to the next Story Club, head here Get in touch with Osher here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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In this engaging conversation, Brooke Vaughn, founder of Please and Thank You, shares her journey from a barista to the owner of a thriving coffee shop and bakery known for its acclaimed chocolate chip cookies. She discusses the evolution of her brand, the impact of the pandemic on her business model, and the importance of building a strong team cu…
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From Prosecuting KILLERS to Primetime CRIME: 20 Years Inside the DA’s Office | Ep.245: Jarrett Ferentino
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1:25:01What’s it like to stare into the eyes of a killer—and win? For 20 years, Jarrett Ferentino prosecuted some of the most dangerous murderers as a DA, dismantling their defenses one case at a time. This episode drops you into the raw, unfiltered world of a homicide prosecutor who’s seen it all. Jarrett’s no stranger to ruthless killers; he learned the…
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Sharing a Lifetime in Song, with the Tierney Brothers
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51:45You think you and your siblings are close? Michael and Andrew Tierney haven't just shared their lives as brothers together, but for 36 years and counting, they've shared songs, spot-lit stages and the story of one of Australia's biggest musical acts and exports: Human Nature. And they've managed to do it in harmony - both musically and non-musicall…
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Why the most important relationship in your life is the one between you and money
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17:37Have you ever stopped to think about exactly what your relationship to money is like? Why do you do what you do with it and where did you learn (or not learn) to do it? Following an example of Osher's own money story, now is your chance to think about just that. For more thoughts from Osher, and tickets to Story Club, head here See omnystudio.com/l…
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