Best Rich Gee Podcasts (2025)

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S9E7: Omescape Sunnyvale's Sarah Zhang 59:07

5d ago59:07

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"It's not about the size of the room, it's about the richness of the details." Whether you're making new robot friends, investigating a haunted school, or cooking up some puzzles, the escape rooms at Omescape Sunnyvale are all absolute bangers. Omescape Sunnyvale is a rare gem in the escape room world. Their games are all massive (or feel massive) …

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401 - Stand Out Or Get Ignored 15:31

5d ago15:31

15:31

Today, we’re talking about the one rule in marketing that never changes: Stand Out or Get Ignored. If your brand blends in, it gets buried. We’re diving into how bold brands are flipping the script and winning.

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S9E6: Steven Medway, Creator of Blood on the Clocktower 1:07:37

12d ago1:07:37

1:07:37

" It's a quirky and complex puzzle." In the sleepy town of Ravenswood Bluff, on the stroke of midnight during a hellish thunderstorm, you hear a scream. You all rushed to the town square to find that your beloved storyteller has been murdered! This is the work of a nefarious demon... a demon that kills by night and takes on human form by day. Bloo…

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400 - 400 Episodes and Counting - The Power of Consistency 19:22

12d ago19:22

19:22

Today we’re popping the champagne for our 400th episode! We’re celebrating the power of consistency, how it’s built our podcast, and how it can build a legacy for any small business.

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S9E5: MyssTic Rooms: Challenges, Constraints & Creativity 58:48

19d ago58:48

58:48

“Creating the escape room becomes the escape room.” New York City is REPOD co-host David Spira's home market. Whenever he's recommending escape rooms to guests and visitors, his favorite go-to is MyssTic Escape Rooms in Brooklyn, NY. Two of their escape rooms have won Golden Lock awards: Ghost Light, and their newest game, The Bird. Gara Roda and M…

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399 - Your Company Doesn’t Need a Mission Statement, It Needs a Rally Cry 14:41

19d ago14:41

14:41

Today, we’re throwing mission statements in the trash and talking rally cries - why your business needs one to light a fire under everyone.

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The History Behind "The Roosevelt Room" by Palace Games 5:57

22d ago5:57

5:57

Chris Alden, owner of Palace Games, joins us to share some true stories about chance meetings between Houdini and Teddy Roosevelt, and how this ties into the story of The Roosevelt Room. He tells us about how the progression of the game is meant to mimic the arc of wartime: from the romanticization of war propaganda to the brutal reality of the tre…

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S9E4: Magical Underworld of NYC, Great Gotham Challenge 1:07:56

26d ago1:07:56

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"Hiding interesting objects in plain sight is a hallmark of Great Gotham Challenge." In New York, everyone’s got a story. A gimmick. A hustle. The city’s crawling with characters. Some are just colorful. Others... well, others are part of something bigger. A secret. A puzzle. That hot dog vendor on the corner? A whispered password might just gran…

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398 - Fast Feedback - Listen To Your Customers - OR ELSE 14:09

26d ago14:09

14:09

Today we're diving into Fast Feedback - why your company isn't listening and is slowly dying because of it.

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S9E3: Mama Bazooka: Finding Your Muse 55:13

1M ago55:13

55:13

In fact, over the course of the interview, Eric often came back to the importance of finding your inspiration. His two most well-received games were both conceived when an inspiration "lit a fire inside (of him)." He also very candidly tells us about losing that inspiration while in the process of playtesting The Dome, and how he needed to step awa…

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397 - Quiet Branding - When Your Company Speaks Softly and Wins Big 22:08

1M ago22:08

22:08

Today we’re diving into Quiet Branding - how your company can speak softly and still win big by leveraging subtlety, humility, and authenticity to build unshakable brand trust.

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S9E2: Empirically Impossible: Neil Patrick Harris & Jonathan Bayme, Box Two 1:33:27

1M ago1:33:27

1:33:27

" Am I really playing with Neil Patrick Harris?" In keeping with the theme of Box Two, Neil Patrick Harris is back for his second appearance on our podcast. And not only that, he also brought a friend. Jonathan Bayme, CEO of theory11, is a longtime collaborator and Neil's bestie. They first met at a magic show Jonathan created for the Nomad Hotel i…

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396 - Micro-Moments - Capturing Customers in 8 Seconds or Less 14:42

1M ago14:42

14:42

Today we’re diving into micro-moments - how to capture your customers’ attention in 8 seconds or less. Small businesses have seconds to hook their audience before they scroll away. If you blink, they’re gone. Let’s unpack why capturing these micro-moments is so crucial and how to do it effectively.

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S9E1: MIT Mystery Hunt - James Douberley, Benevolent Dictator of Death & Mayhem 1:10:00

2M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

" An outlandish approach to meta puzzles" "Congratulations and Condolences" is the default phrase when a team of puzzlers has just won the vaunted MIT Mystery Hunt. This is because according to tradition, the winning team must write next year's Mystery Hunt. This daunting task was recently undertaken by Death and Mayhem, the team that wrote the 20…

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395 - Are Too Many Offerings Killing Your Sales? 20:08

2M ago20:08

20:08

Too many small businesses think more products or services mean more revenue - but it can actually overwhelm customers. We’re seeing startups, consultants, even established brands clutter their lineups. And with that clutter comes confusion - confused customers rarely buy. So let’s dive in and see why having too many offerings can backfire.…

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An Insane Interaction in China's Tomb Raider (ft. Rich Bragg & Dan Egnor) 7:15

2M ago7:15

7:15

In one of our between seasons Patreon exclusive episodes, Rich Bragg and Dan Egnor joined us to share some of the wilder experiences they had playing escape rooms in Beijing, China. If you want to hear more, become a Room Escape Artist patreon member at the $5 level or higher. Join now and support all of our work at patreon.com/roomescapeartist…

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394 - Is In-Person Networking Dead? 23:42

2M ago23:42

23:42

Is in-person networking dead? There's been a significant drop in events since 2020 - Zoom is beating coffee or lunch meetups. Even formal groups like BNI and Gotham are shrinking. In any event, networking remains essential for small businesses - so let's discuss why this shift is happening.

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393 - How to Build a Resilient Business in Uncertain Times 11:11

2M ago11:11

11:11

New entrepreneurs, this one’s for you. Starting a business is already a bold move, and doing it in shaky times? That’s next-level grit. We’re breaking this down into four key areas today - with practical steps to help you thrive, not just survive.

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392 - Top 5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make with Vendors 13:53

2M ago13:53

13:53

Vendors are the backbone of so many small businesses, but we see owners tripping over the same issues again and again. The good news? These are fixable problems; we’re here to help you get it right.

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David Spira on The ESCAPUZZLED Podcast 1:14:57

2M ago1:14:57

1:14:57

A few months ago, David was interviewed by Corey and Helena on the ESCAPUZZLED Podcast, a UK-based show that interviews folks from around the escape room world. They talked about Room Escape Artist, Reality Escape Pod, and covered a wide variety of topics. If you want to hear David pontificating, this is him at his most self-indulgent. If you'd lik…

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391 - Top 5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make with Technology 16:33

3M ago16:33

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These mistakes can slow you down, cost you money, and even put your entire business at risk. And here’s the good news - these mistakes are entirely fixable. We see small business owners struggling with these tech issues every day, and with a few innovative changes, you can turn things around fast.

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Spoilers Club: Escape Woods 4:50

3M ago4:50

4:50

In this clip, Lisa and David share their truly wild experience of visiting the outdoor escape rooms of Escape Woods. Listen to the Whole Episode: When you support Room Escape Artist on Patreon at $15 per month (or above), you get access to the Spoilers Club, our exclusive podcast where hosts David Spira and Peih-Gee Law chat in depth with creators …

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390 - Top 5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make with Money 14:22

3M ago14:22

14:22

Today, we’re diving into the top five mistakes small businesses make with money. These mistakes can cost you time, money, and even the future of your business. These aren’t just theoretical issues - these are real, costly, and fixable problems that small business owners make daily. Once you know what they are, you can steer clear of them.…

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389 - Top 5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make with Employees 18:02

3M ago18:02

18:02

Today, we’re diving into small businesses' top five mistakes with employees. Mistakes that cost you time, money, and top talent. These aren’t just generic HR blunders. These are real, costly, and fixable issues that keep businesses from building strong, loyal teams.

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REPOD Season 8 Key Moments, Editor’s Choice by Steve Ewing 1:19:58

3M ago1:19:58

1:19:58

Let's revisit most interesting, entertaining, and impactful moments from REPOD Season 8. Can't wait for the next season REPOD? Don’t worry, Season 9 of the podcast will be back in the very near future. To pass the time until then, have a listen to some memorable clips our editor Steve Ewing selected from each episode of Season 8. And there's a bonu…

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388 - Top 5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make with Clients 20:26

3M ago20:26

20:26

Today, we’re tackling the top five mistakes small businesses make with clients - which aren’t the old-school, outdated business faux pas. We’re talking about real, recent, and relevant mistakes that cost you customers, hurt your reputation, and keep you from scaling.

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Imaginary Worlds: Unlocking the Door Between Escape Rooms and Immersive Theater 37:27

3M ago37:27

37:27

A few months ago, Lisa and David played Ghost Light at Myss Tic in Brooklyn, NY, with Eric Molinsky, host of the podast Imaginary Worlds. Eric has been a long time immersive theater and larp fan, but he had yet to be sold on escape rooms. They were convinced that he (like so many others!) just hadn’t had the opportunity to experience what great esc…

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387 - Emotional Intelligence - Your Secret Weapon for Success 23:17

3M ago23:17

23:17

What exactly is emotional intelligence, and why should small business owners care? EQ is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own emotions while also influencing the feelings of others. Every interaction—employees, customers, partners—requires emotional awareness.

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386 - The Big Takeaways - Wrapping Up 15 Books of Wisdom 20:43

4M ago20:43

20:43

Today’s episode is a little different—it’s a wrap-up of all the incredible books we’ve covered in the past few months. We read and reviewed 15 books! Instead of just running through each book summary, BJ and I want to chat, riff, and ask some questions to get us (and you) thinking. We’ve grouped them into categories to make it easier. So, if you’ve…

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385 - Why 'The Let Them Theory' Let Us Down 20:45

4M ago20:45

20:45

Today, we are discussing our final book of this series - and boy, are we finishing with a bang! The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins. Find out why we didn't like it. Links: Nelson Mandela Poem The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday

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Leaked Bonus Show! The Escape Ventures (S8E8) 1:04:29

4M ago1:04:29

1:04:29

We're sharing one of our many Patreon exclusive Bonus Shows. We put a lot of love and have a ton of fun continuing the conversation after each episodes. We also record many extra episodes in-between seasons. All of this is available exclusively to our Patrons at patreon.com/roomescapeartist. Curtis Ratliff and Derek Townsley join us for more discus…

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384 - Crucial Conversations - Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High 26:58

4M ago26:58

26:58

Today, we’re diving into a book that every small business owner needs on their shelf—Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High. If you’ve ever been in a situation where emotions are high, stakes are enormous, and you have no idea what to say, this book has answers. And as small business owners, those moments come up all the time…

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