Join Justin Fink, a licensed counselor and musician, as he delves into the art and media that guided his guests through adversity
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Insights on Improv offers a look into the minds of two of the most innovative and celebrated improvisers in comedy history: David Mack and Justin Fink. Broadcasting from Chicago (aka "Improv City"), this podcast is a one-stop shop for the modern improviser and all students interested in improving their craft. Tune in for lessons, advice, wisdom, and insights from two improv legends as they discuss a new topic each episode with a featured guest from the Chicago comedy scene.
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Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, a global influencer marketing agency, talks with great guests about influencer marketing, social media, the creator economy, social commerce and much more.
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Off the Curb is an exploration into the most timely and newsworthy storylines in sports, with a pinch of news and politics when warranted. Hosted by Justin Spiro, Off the Curb airs live on YouTube, Twitter and Facebook on weeknights.
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Welcome to Climate Tech Cocktails, where we grab a drink (or two) with best-in-class climate tech founders.
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Host Justin Spiro talks with the most respected, knowledgeable sports journalists, media members and personalities in Detroit and the state of Michigan. Whether it's Lions, Tigers, Wings, Pistons, Michigan State, or Michigan, The Spiro Avenue Show will give you the most insightful conversations in the Mitten 🔥. Live weeknights on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter 👍
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How FP Movement Builds Impact w/ Courtney Weis
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26:33In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari speaks with Courtney Weis, Managing Director of Brand Marketing at FP Movement. Their conversation explores the brand’s commitment to empowering women through activewear, the vital role of community involvement, and the dynamic shifts within influencer marketing. Courtney offers valuable …
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Inside McDonald’s Bold Marketing Moves w/ Jennifer Healan
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27:37In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari speaks with Jennifer Healan, VP of Brand, Content, and Culture at McDonald’s US. Jennifer shares her journey leading creative transformation at iconic brands, emphasizing the power of creative bravery, tapping into fan truths, and launching standout campaigns like McDonald’s anime collabo…
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The Rise of B2B Creators and Monetization Strategies w/ Olivia Owens (Teachable)
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24:52In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Olivia Owens, Creator Partnerships and Business Development Lead at Teachable. Olivia shares her mission to empower creators through community, the launch of the 9 to 5 Quitters Club, and effective monetization strategies. She dives into Teachable’s latest report on B2B creator…
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Owning Your Content in the Digital Age w/ Jamie Gutfreund (Creator Vision)
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38:24In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari speaks with Jamie Gutfreund, founder of Creator Vision, about bridging the gap in the creator economy. They discuss the shift from authenticity to trust in marketing, why creators should own their content, and how brands can better collaborate with creators. Jamie also shares insights on …
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🔋Batteries, ⛓️ Supply Chain Innovation, 🌍 Energy Transition, 🤺 Olympic Fencing, and More⚡ Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Get ready for some shrewd global insights with Vivas Kumar, CEO of Mitra Chem, here today! Swapping cocktails for hydrogen water, Vivas shares his journey from Singapore & Tesla's s…
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The Real ROI of Influencer Partnerships Beyond Sales w/ Ashton Wall (GateMaker Community)
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27:18In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Ashton Wall, Co-Founder of GateMaker Community. They explore her mission to restore the integrity of marketing by putting creators at the center of strategy, and why influencer marketing should power every channel—not ju…
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Evolution of Beauty Marketing w/ Shannon Otto (Amika)
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23:11In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Shannon Otto, Associate Vice President of Consumer Engagement + Integrated Marketing at Amika. They explore her collaborative approach, Amika’s dedication to inclusivity in beauty, and cutting-edge marketing strategies. …
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What Makes Content Stick w/ Victoria Blinova (YouTube)
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30:32In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Victoria Blinova, Senior Strategic Partner Manager at YouTube. Victoria shares insights on content creation, personal branding, and the impact of employee-generated content (EGC). She highlights the importance of strong h…
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🌱Alternative Proteins, 🌱Fungi Powered Nutrition,⚡️Infrastructure, and 💥More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Celebrating the poetic irony of sustainable protein rising from the ashes of Chicago's meatpacking past, Thomas Jonas, CEO and Co-founder of Nature's Fynd, joins Matt for today’s stop on the "Her…
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The Daily Grind of a Tech Journalist w/ Amanda Silberling (TechCrunch)
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30:31In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Amanda Silberling, senior writer at TechCrunch. They discuss her work in journalism, the importance of media literacy, and the challenges journalists face today. Amanda shares insights into her daily workflow, the art of…
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🚲 E-Bikes, 🏭 Manufacturing, ♻️ Circular Economy, 📍Detroit, and More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Coffee, E-bikes, the resurgence of American Manufacturing in Detroit, and a deep dive into the circular economy are all on the menu today as Justin Kosmides, co-founder and CEO of Bloom joins Matt for a …
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Research Behind Influence w/ Brooke Duffy
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27:17In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Brooke Duffy, Associate Professor at Cornell, about the evolving creator economy, career sustainability, and the challenges of digital success. They explore compensation gaps, visibility struggles, and the future of socia…
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Building Community and Brand Success w/ Priscilla Lau
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26:20In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Priscilla Lau, Founder of Representation Matters. They explore topics like personal branding, the power of live streaming, AI in influencer marketing, and the rise of creator entrepreneurs. Priscilla highlights the impor…
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How to Pitch and Monetize Like a Creator Pro with Kristen Bousquet
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30:35In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Kristen Bousquet, founder and CEO of Your SoulcialMate. Kristen shares insights on how to pitch as a creator, be transparent in monetization, and manage finances. Kristen also discusses the value of community and networki…
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From Shark Tank to Viral Success w/ Annie Leal (I Love Chamoy)
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26:17In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Annie Leal, founder of I Love Chamoy. Annie shares her journey, including her experience on Shark Tank and the boost it gave her business. She highlights her mission to empower Latinos and celebrate their presence in the …
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Diversifying Creators’ Revenue with Merchandising and IP w/ Saurabh Shah (Warren James)
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29:41In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Saurabh Shah, CEO of Warren James, about revolutionizing merchandising for influencers and intellectual property. Saurabh shares his unique blend of creativity and data-driven insights, detailing how Warren James helps cr…
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Send us a text Enjoy a musical journey through the winter of 2007-2008, as your host details a heavy bout of depression that had him losing all sense of himself, and how a poem sent by a compassionate friend gave him strength Music featured on today's episode (the soundtrack to that winter) "Music for 18 Musicians" - Steve Reich "SNL closing theme"…
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The Future of Social Commerce w/ Sarah Penna (Orca)
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23:49In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Sarah Penna, SVP of the Creator Team at Orca, about the dynamic world of social commerce and live stream shopping. Sarah shares her journey, from founding the first YouTube talent management company (later acquired by Dr…
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Building the Next Generation of Content w/ Max Levine (AMP Studios)
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22:55In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Max Levine, co-founder of AMP Studios. Max dives into AMP Studios' mission to create brand-friendly, inspiring content for young audiences and emphasizes the importance of strong relationships and supporting creators in r…
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Send us a text “The wound is the place where the light enters you.” — Rumi Today’s meditation is on Grief, a palpable force in the world today. Episode photo is of my little sister, Ava, who died tragically in a car accident this year. This episode is in tribute to her and to the unexpected gift that is grief. Be kind to yourself…all of yourself. M…
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From Creator to Strategist w/ Austin Null (McKinney)
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29:37In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, sits down with Austin Null, Strategy Director of Influence Marketing at McKinney, to explore the evolution and future of influencer marketing. Austin shares insights from his dual experience as a creator and marketer, stressing the …
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Send us a text An exploration on the origins of psychological fear and how fear can be transformed into wisdom. Featuring original music to evoke and celebrate the Halloween spirit. Episode photo is of your host, Justin Fink, age 16, no stranger to fear. Happy Halloween! Soundtrack available at: https://thefinkfamily.bandcamp.com/album/halloween-he…
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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with YouTuber Jordan Matter about his journey from acting and photography to building a thriving YouTube career. Jordan highlights the power of storytelling, his passion for creating joyful content, and the balance he finds b…
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How AI is Shaping the Future of Content Creation w/ Vidya Narayanan (Rizzle)
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27:16In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Vidya Narayanan, co-founder of Rizzle. They explore the role of AI in content creation, from simplifying user experiences to enhancing video editing and teaser creation. Vidya discusses YouTube's dominance in podcasting, …
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Inseparable Preteen Cousins and Horror Movies
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45:04Send us a text What a treat we have for you this Halloween season! Today Justin is joined by his sister, Whitney Fink, as well his cousins, Colin, Brett, and Ross Phillips to discuss their very young obsession with horror movies, as well the mischief that marked much of their time together. Learn about the improbable ways they circumvented age rest…
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Audience-First Content Strategies w/ Dace de la Foret (Nationwide)
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29:15In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Dace de la Foret, AVP of Social Media at Nationwide. They discuss audience-first content strategies, the importance of authenticity, and how user- and employee-generated content build trust. Dace also highlights the role …
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Send us a text Welcome back! Today we are joined by the ever insightful Lindsey Wayland. Lindsey takes us on a journey through the album, "I Love My Mom" by Indigo De Souza, explaining how the album helped carry her through a bout of severe depression. We discuss Lindsey's lifelong relationship to depression, the dizzying high's and low's navigatin…
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Say It's Alright: Reflections After The First Episode
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26:14Send us a text Welcome to this bonus episode of Art That Saved My Life as Justin reflects on the impact of the first episode. He discusses the disrupt following its release, the need to offer context for people mentioned in his story, reflections on his ego, key themes of trust, and the pains of unexpressed love. Music featured on today's episode "…
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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Tyler Chou, a leading attorney for creators and Founder & CEO of Tyler Chou Law for Creators. They explore the shifting dynamics of the creator economy and the legal hurdles content creators often encounter. Tyler shares her journey fr…
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Tigers Play-By-Play Radio Broadcaster Dan Dickerson
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1:06:58Detroit Tigers Play-by-play Radio Broadcaster Dan Dickerson joins the Spiro Avenue show to discuss the Tigers' magical season and playoff run, his broadcasting career, Ernie Harwell, and more!By Justin Spiro
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The Attention Economy in Influencer Marketing with Blaine Doherty (Fiverr)
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23:15In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Blaine Doherty, Senior Influencer Marketing Manager at Fiverr. Blaine offers insights on executing effective influencer campaigns, stressing the importance of timing campaigns around key calendar events and building stron…
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Send us a text Welcome to the very first episode of Art That Saved My Life! We are joined today by the always endearing Austin C. Pruett. Austin and Justin discuss their instantaneous connection as roommates in college, Justin's history with mental illness and relapse during their Freshman year, and how the film Cannibal! The Musical offered Justin…
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The New Currency of Marketing w/ Raja Rajamannar (CMO of Mastercard)
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25:39In this episode of The Influence Factor, host Alessandro Bogliari interviews Raja Rajamannar, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of Mastercard. They discuss Raja's concept of "Quantum Marketing" and explore the evolution of marketing over the past two decades. Raja shares insights on the impact of AI, the importance of trust in modern marke…
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Building a Sustainable Future in Influencer Marketing w/ Tiffany Hardin (Gild Creative Group)
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26:45In this episode of The Influence Factor, host Alessandro Bogliari interviews Tiffany Hardin, Founder and CEO of Gild Creative Group. They discuss her journey in influencer marketing and the significance of sustainability in the industry. Tiffany emphasizes that creators should have a clear vision, establish solid operational structures, and priorit…
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Investing in YouTube Creators w/ Sarah McNabb (GigaStar)
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21:45In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Sarah McNabb, CMO at GigaStar. They discuss how GigaStar enables YouTube creators to raise funds by selling a portion of their future channel revenue to investors. This innovative model provides creators with the capital and strategic s…
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Inside the NFL’s Creator Strategies w/ Sam (Fink) Friedman (NFL)
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36:44In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Sam (Fink) Friedman, Senior Director of Content Partnerships at the NFL. They explore the dynamic world of the creator economy and how the NFL is navigating influencer marketing. Sam discusses the importance of aligning with creators w…
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How Brands Can Win with Unique Content w/ Dmitri Cherner (Future Influence)
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27:34In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Dmitri Cherner, CEO and founder of Future Influence, about the crucial role of partnerships in driving business growth and achieving ROI. Cherner emphasizes that influencer marketing is a long-term investment, urging brands to focus on …
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Pay Transparency for Creators w/ Lindsey Lugrin
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19:09In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Lindsey Lugrin, founder of FYPM, about her journey in influencer marketing and the fight for fair creator compensation. Lindsey discusses her platform’s mission to bring transparency and data-driven pricing to the industry, the growth o…
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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Justin Moore, founder of Creator Wizard. They discuss sponsorship coaching for creators, the evolution of YouTube, and strategies for pitching to sponsors. Justin also highlights the importance of focusing on sponsor obj…
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🪩Disco,⚡️Energy Efficiency, 🚗EV Grid, 🎤Karaoke, and 💡More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Climate Tech Cocktails is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. It’s all 🍸Bombay Sapphire,🍸Citadelle Gin, disco-balled cocktail sha…
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Monetizing Your Passion w/ Victoria Hutchins
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21:01In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Victoria Hutchins, a content creator focused on yoga, mindfulness, and poetry. Victoria shares her journey to building a successful online presence, emphasizing authenticity and vulnerability. She discusses her mission to…
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Why Was Former Michigan Assistant Chris Partridge Fired?
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37:05Justin Spiro reveals details on why Former Michigan Football Assistant Chris Partridge was fired in November of 2023.By Justin Spiro
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Bridging Brands and Influencers with Tech w/ Asti Wagner
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20:42In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Asti Wagner, founder of Invyted. They discuss how her app simplifies influencer marketing for brands of all sizes. Asti shares her journey as a young tech founder, the challenges she's faced, and how Invyted benefits both…
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Fueling Brand Connections w/ Nycole Hampton (GoodRx)
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20:22In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, discusses influencer marketing evolution with Nycole Hampton, Senior Director of Content + Engagement Marketing at GoodRx. Nycole shares insights on selecting the right influencers for brands, stressing the importance of aligning wi…
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🌱 Soil health,💡Agricultural innovation, 🤝Humanitarian Aid,🌱Carbon offset, and💥More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Climate Tech Cocktails is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Today, Matt is joined by Chris Tolles, Co-…
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How To Protect Your Social Media Accounts w/ Liron Segev
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23:15In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Liron Segev, a YouTube Strategist/Security Specialist. They discuss cybersecurity threats and challenges content creators face, emphasizing the importance of being aware of scams and protecting personal information. Liron…
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The Spiro Avenue Show #111 - Nick Marsh and MamaTron
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1:06:40Michigan State Freshman WR Nick Marsh and his mother, "MamaTron", make their Spiro Avenue debut to discuss why the four-star recruit chose Michigan State, his expectations for the 2024 season, thoughts on Head Coach Jonathan Smith, being let down by Mel Tucker, the origin of the nickname "MegaTron" and more!…
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Future of Online Communities w/ Sara Wilson
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21:48In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Sara Wilson, Founder and Principal of SW Projects. They explore the evolution of online communities, the importance of authentic connections, and the impact of digital campfires—intimate online spaces—on communication and…
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Liquid Death's Unconventional Marketing w/ Greg Fass
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19:20In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Greg Fass, VP of Marketing at Liquid Death. Greg reveals their unconventional marketing approach, aimed at making people laugh while promoting healthier, more sustainable choices. Liquid Death infuses creativity and humor into tradition…
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Spiro Avenue Show #110 - Frankie Fidler and Carson Cooper
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56:23Michigan State Basketball's recent addition Frankie Fidler makes his Spiro Avenue debut to discuss the transfer portal process, why he chose MSU, and what he can add to a promising Spartan roster. MSU Center Carson Cooper also joins to discuss the Spartans' tough loss to UNC in the NCAA Tournament last season, 2024-25 season expectations, and more!…
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