Best Rick Barker Podcasts (2025)

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The Activator Advantage with Matt Dixon 34:54

3M ago34:54

34:54

In this episode of Brainfluence, host Roger Dooley welcomes back Matt Dixon, founding partner of DCM Insights and co-author of the bestselling "The Challenger Sale." Dixon shares insights from his latest book, The Activator Advantage: What Today's Rainmakers Do Differently, which is rooted in groundbreaking research on how top professionals win and…

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“Silence Won’t Save You | Featuring Cristina Escobar” 27:49

4M ago27:49

27:49

Send us a text As an artist, it’s an honor to share powerful voices and help inspire change. If this show moves you, please consider supporting, it’s less than a cup of coffee, and together we can spread more peace, love, and empowerment worldwide.” Help us keep powerful voices heard. Rate, Review, Subscribe and share "The VIP Voice!” 👉🏻 Click Here…

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"Rescue, Rehab & Repeat" | Featuring KL The Wildlife Rehabilitator 33:22

4M ago33:22

33:22

Send us a text As an artist, it’s an honor to share powerful voices and help inspire change. If this show moves you, please consider supporting, it’s less than a cup of coffee, and together we can spread more peace, love, and empowerment worldwide.” Help us keep powerful voices heard. Rate, Review, Subscribe and share "The VIP Voice!” 👉🏻 Click Here…

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Audacious with Mark Schaefer: How Humans Win in an AI World 32:57

4M ago32:57

32:57

Brainfluence host Roger Dooley sits down with marketing thought leader and bestselling author Mark Schaefer, who returns to the show with insights from his latest book, Audacious. Mark shares his unique approach to writing—how each of his books is inspired by real problems facing marketers—and discusses the existential challenges and opportunities …

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"Coached by the Captain" by Sara Jane Hope 20:04

4M ago20:04

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"Coached by the Captain: A Management Philosophy for Success", by Sara Jane HopeBy TogiNet Radio

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Adam Hurrey, Elliot Steel, Gail Emms, Ivo Graham 59:48

4M ago59:48

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Journalist, author and podcaster Adam Hurrey, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, and comedians Elliot Steel and Ivo Graham join Gordon Smart for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the t…

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"The In Ear Empire" | Featuring the Family at Dark Matter Audio 40:18

5M ago40:18

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Send us a text Rate and Review this podcast If you gained any insight, it would mean the world to me in helping this channel, empower, inspire, and entertain millions worldwide. Subscribe to my website for all the latest updates In this exclusive episode of The VIP Voice, host Manny Cabo dives deep into the world of pro audio, in-ear monitors (IEMs…

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From Military To A Hollywood Voice | Featuring Actor & Director Roberto Sanchez 38:52

5M ago38:52

38:52

Send us a text In this electrifying episode of The VIP Voice Podcast, host Manny Cabo sits down with actor Roberto Sanchez, diving deep into his inspiring journey from military service to Hollywood stardom. From his first audition to landing emotionally charged roles, Roberto shares the realities of acting, the power of preparation, and how persona…

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Fearless Truth & Unfiltered Voice with Sky Corbin 18:16

5M ago18:16

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Send us a text all right VIPs, get ready for a raw, unfiltered, and power-packed conversation that challenges the norm and sparks real dialogue! In this episode, I sit down with Sky Corban, a self-proclaimed "freelance truth teller" who’s unapologetically carving out his space in a world where voices are often silenced. Whether you agree with him o…

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From Elective to Icon | How Oscar Torre Mastered Acting & Directing 37:11

6M ago37:11

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Send us a text In this episode of The VIP Voice, I sit down with the incredibly talented Oscar Torre—an actor and director whose career spans major productions like The Hangover Part III, The Haves and the Have Nots, Gaslit, and his directorial works Just a Man and a Woman and his latest creation, A Summer Night Movie. From Accidental Actor to Accl…

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iMotions, Affectiva and Neuromarketing with Peter Hartzbech 29:56

6M ago29:56

29:56

This episode features Peter Hartzbech of iMotions, who discusses the company's biosensor software platform for studying human behavior. Key points: iMotions provides a software platform that uses biosensors like eye tracking, galvanic skin response, EEG, voice analysis, and facial expression analysis to study human behavior in both academic and com…

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Mastering Lead Generation | Overcoming Limiting Beliefs & The Mindset for Millions | Featuring Lauren Tickner 27:18

6M ago27:18

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Send us a text In this power-packed episode of The Vip Voice, I sit down with Lauren Tickner, a millionaire entrepreneur who mastered the art of lead generation, personal branding, and business growth. Lauren first made waves in the fitness industry, inspiring thousands to take control of their health before transitioning into the business world. S…

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Episode 16 - Peter Rafelson (Songwriter For Madonna) 24:23

8M ago24:23

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Peter Rafelson's music career spans four decades of being a songwriter, producer, studio owner and more. Penning Madonna's "Open Your Heart" served as the entrypoint to mainstream success, and he's since gone on to host recording sessions for the likes of Taylor Swift and Beyonce. I had a chat with Peter about his career, how his biggest hit was ma…

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Cruise Industry Insider: Making Waves with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo 27:45

8M ago27:45

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In the latest episode of the Brainfluence podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, then Vice Chairman of External Affairs at Royal Caribbean Group and former CEO of Celebrity Cruises. Since then, Lutoff-Perlo became Chairwoman of the Board of the Hornblower Group and serves on the Board of Directors for AutoNation, AHC Gr…

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Episode 15 - Damizza (Former Program Director at Power 106) 28:40

9M ago28:40

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Though hiphop went mainstream in the 90s, it wasn't until the early 2000s that gangsta rap dominated all other sub-genres and effectively monopolized the landscape. This was in no small part due to support from radio stations like Power 106 in LA and Hot97 in New York. Damion "Damizza" Young had influence over both and was the Senior Director of Pr…

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Marshall Goldsmith’s AI Legacy: Free MarshallBot for Better Leadership Globally 31:00

9M ago31:00

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Join world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith as he explores his groundbreaking AI venture - MarshallBot. After decades of coaching Fortune 500 CEOs and writing 40 bestselling books, Goldsmith is now democratizing his leadership wisdom through an AI that thinks and responds just like him. In this fascinating conversation, he shares insight…

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Episode 14 - Evan Bogart (CEO of Seeker Music) 29:40

9M ago29:40

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Evan Bogart went from Interscope intern in the 90s that helped Eminem get signed, to a songwriter in the 2000s that penned hits for Rihanna and Beyonce, to the co-founder of a publishing company in the 2020s. He's currently the CEO of Seeker Music, which owns catalogs from artists like Run The Jewel, Jon Bellion, and Mark Morrison. I had a chat wit…

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Episode 13 - Gabe Bloch (Chief Strategy Officer at Pony Canyon) 38:28

9M ago38:28

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As one of the few Western executives with both work experience and language fluency in China and Japan, Gabe Bloch occupies a unique space in bridging the Asian and American music industries. He’s currently the Cheif Strategy officer for Pony Canyon USA, one of most well-known indie labels in Japan, and is helping to break their artists. Gabe and I…

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Episode 12 - Rick Barker (Taylor Swift's Former Manager) 55:04

10M ago55:04

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After a successful radio career in the 90s, Rick Barker became one of Taylor Swift's radio promoters in 2004 and then her manager from 2006 - 2008. He played an instrumental role in the success of her first album as well as her transition to a star. Since departing that role, he's worked as independent consultant for artists and labels, showing the…

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Felicity Ward, Guvna B, Nethanell Mitchell-Blake, Reece Parkinson 1:04:18

10M ago1:04:18

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Felicity Ward, Guvna B, Nethanell Mitchell-Blake and Reece Parkinson fight for punditry points whilst discussing the world of sport with Rick Edwards.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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AI Podcasts, Google NotebookLM and Pricing Psychology 28:30

10M ago28:30

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Here's a departure from the usual Brainfluence format: Are you ready for AI podcasts? Roger does a solo introduction and explanation of NotebookLM, and then turns the show over to two AI hosts, AI Greg and AI Eva, who talk about pricing psychology. Their discussion is based on the pricing section in Roger's book, Brainfluence. Show notes, videos, r…

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Episode 287: Authenticity and Consistency in Music Branding 32:49

11M ago32:49

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Summary: In this episode, Rick Barker introduces Nick Ruffalo, a consultant and founder of the Unleashed Content Creation Agency, who shares his journey from being an EDM artist to a marketing expert for musicians. The conversation delves into the importance of authenticity in branding, the challenges independent artists face in the music industry,…

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The Future of Airline Customer Experience: Call Centers, AI and New Regulations with Mario Matulich 30:52

11M ago30:52

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Discover how the airline industry is transforming and how airlines are beginning to reverse a long decline in customer experience. In this wide ranging interview, customer experience expert Mario Matulich reveals the impact of new government regulations, AI advancements, and evolving call center strategies on your future travel experiences. Learn a…

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The Illusion of Choice with Richard Shotton 33:51

1y ago33:51

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In this episode of Brainfluence, host Roger Dooley welcomes back Richard Shotton, a marketing expert with 23 years of experience working with major brands like Google and Mondelez. Shotton specializes in applying behavioral science to marketing and is the author of two books, including his latest, "The Illusion of Choice: 16.5 Psychological Biases …

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Better Customer Interactions: New HBR Study 30:13

1y ago30:13

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In this Brainfluence episode, we discuss some surprising customer experience findings from a Harvard Business Review study. Our guest, Mauro Carobene, VP and Global Head of Customer Interaction Suite at Tata Communications, sponsor of the study, joins me to share insights on how enterprises are managing and improving customer interactions today. Ma…

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Episode 286: The Realities of The Music Business: Conversation with Ray Daniels 44:44

1y ago44:44

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Tune in to this eye-opening episode to navigate the realities of the music industry with clarity and purpose. Whether you're an aspiring artist or a music enthusiast, there's a valuable lesson in setting realistic expectations. Don't miss out on these insights – listen now and let us guide you through the intricacies of making it in music. Rick Bar…

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Episode 11 - Tab Nkhereanye (A&R + Songwriter) 34:35

1y ago34:35

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For the last thirty years, Tab Nkhereanye has made the journey from aspiring songwriter to hitmaker and now senior A&R. As a writer in the first decade of his career, he wrote for the likes of Mya, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber and Mary J Blige. From there he became an A&R at places like Sony/ATV, Republic and Def Jam. Some of his notable feats wer…

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Episode 10 - Chad Hillard (Hillydilly Founder) 51:52

1y ago51:52

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During the 2010s, blogs were the dominant form of online music discovery and very few had the industry-wide prestige of Hillydilly. Formed in 2007 by Chad Hillard, it gained traction in 2012 as one of the most well-curated places to find new music and helped to break artists like Lorde and Halsey. By 2016, it was directly responsible for helping to…

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Tightwads and Spendthrifts with Scott Rick 25:25

1y ago25:25

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In this episode of Brainfluence, Roger Dooley sits down with Scott Rick, author of "Tightwads and Spendthrifts," to delve into the psychological forces that shape our spending behaviors. Are you a tightwad who feels pain with every purchase or a spendthrift who can't resist a good deal? Scott Rick explains how these financial tendencies are formed,…

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Episode 9 - Joe D'Ambrosio (Manager) 1:01:40

1y ago1:01:40

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Joe D'Ambrosio started off as a ball boy for the New York Yankees in the 70s and was soon hired as an assistant by legendary music producer, Phil Ramone. After years by his side, Joe went on to hold various music-related roles within marketing, sales and live events, but eventually returned to work with Phil in the 90s and later became his manager.…

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Episode 8 - Pelle Lidell (A&R) 44:40

1y ago44:40

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Though he started off as a drummer in the 70s, Pelle Lidell went on to become one of most well-known Swedish A&Rs of the last few decades, having a hand in countless records for artists like Christina Aguilera, Celine Dione, Christina Milian, Sugababes and more. He spent time at both indie and major label publishers, first in Sweden and then in the…

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Negotiation Essentials with Keld Jensen 31:20

1+ y ago31:20

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In this episode of Brainfluence we dive into the psychological triggers that influence decisions with negotiation guru Keld Jensen. Keld brings a wealth of expertise with 25 books to his credit and a career advising top organizations worldwide. In this episode, we explore not only business negotiations but also everyday scenarios where negotiation …

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"Mastering The Reins of Success," Featuring Legal Eagle | Equestrian Champion and Presenter Sandy Gallagher 45:22

1+ y ago45:22

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Send us a text In the latest electrifying episode of the podcast, host Manny Cabo dives deep into the captivating world of storytelling and success with none other than the remarkable Sandy Gallagher. A champion equestrian, seasoned attorney, and master deal closer, Gallagher's journey unfolds as a testament to the transformative power of narrative…

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Episode 7 - Klas Bergling (Avicii's Father) 19:18

1+ y ago19:18

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Klas Begling is the father of the late Swedish DJ, Avicii, who passed away in 2018. Having handled the business side of his son's affairs for over a decade, he set up the Tim Bergling Foundation to honor his memory in 2020. I had the chance to sit and speak with him about his son's career, as well as the work the foundation is doing.…

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Mindstuck with Michael McQueen 32:12

1+ y ago32:12

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In this engaging episode of Brainfluence, we dive deep into the psychology of persuasion with Michael McQueen, an acclaimed speaker and author from Sydney, Australia. Michael shares invaluable insights from his latest book, "Mindstuck," exploring how we can master the art of changing minds in an ever-evolving world. He delves into why our instincti…

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Micah Solomon: The Art of Exceptional Customer Experience 33:02

1+ y ago33:02

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In this episode of Brainfluence, we welcome guest Micah Solomon, a renowned customer service expert, to explore the nuances of "Iconic Customer Service." Micah delves into the delicate balance between providing personalized service without crossing into intrusiveness, introducing his "gold touch" method as a way to enrich customer interactions. Thr…

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Episode 6 - Wojtek Goral (Saxophonist) 24:04

1+ y ago24:04

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Wojtek Goral is a Stockholm-based musician who's risen to fame as one of the go-tos in Max Martin's network of musicians, and he's contributed sax parts to songs by Pink, Carly Rae Jepsen, Justin Timberlake, Ariana Grande and more. We crossed paths at a live show, and he was kind of enought to sit down with me some weeks later to talk about his car…

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Episode 285: From Contracts to Copyrights: Why Every Independent Artist Needs an Entertainment Attorney 31:09

1+ y ago31:09

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About the Guest(s): Bri and Alexis are two dynamic entertainment attorneys from Schwartz and Schreiber based in Miami. Combining their genuine passion for music with extensive legal expertise, they have carved a niche in advocating for artists, independent or otherwise, in the entertainment industry. Bri has a rich history working within the music …

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Episode 5 - Henrik Frisk (Vice-Principal at Royal School of Music) 32:16

1+ y ago32:16

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Henrik Frisk is a saxophonist, composer, and vice principal at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm (KMH). When I visited the school to learn more about their programs, he was kind enough to show me around and do a walkthrough of their facilities. In return, I invited him on the podcast to talk about his music history, his tenure at KMH and the …

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Episode 4 - Alfons Karabuda (Composer + Music Rights Advocate) 29:47

1+ y ago29:47

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Alfons Karabuda got his start as a composer in the 90s and later became a well-known figure in the world of music advocacy. Whether as a head of Swedish organizations like SKAP and STIM, or international ones like the International Music Council, he's become a recurring voice in the conversation about musicians rights, especially in Europe. I had a…

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Episode 3 - Michael Blair (Drummer + Creative Consultant) 29:38

1+ y ago29:38

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Born in San Diego, California, Michael Blair is an American drummer and producer who's contributed to breakthrough records with Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, Lou Reed, poet Allen Ginsberg, and many more. He also presents workshops and events focused on unlocking creativity and promoting music collaboration. I was able to sit down with Michael and ask …

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Episode 2 - Peter Åstedt (Festival Director) 45:39

1+ y ago45:39

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Peter Åstedt has been working in the music industry for over 30 years, having started his own label, Dead Frog Records, at the age of fifteen in 1990. He was an early protagonist of the digital revolution and uploaded his first mp3 in 1995, plus he worked on one of the first legal mp3 stores, Vitaminic. He's also been active in distribution, publis…

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Episode 1 - Andreas Carlsson (Songwriter + Motivational Speaker) 39:01

1+ y ago39:01

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Having existed for five years as a Q&A website, The Record Business has transitioned into a podcast in 2024. With Sam Freeman as the host, the inaugural episode sees him speak with Swedish songwriter Andreas Carlsson. Famous for his work with the legendary Cheiron crew of the late 90s and early 2000s, Andreas was one of the most successful songwrit…

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David James, Natalie Pike, Paul McNamee, Tez Ilyas 1:05:48

1+ y ago1:05:48

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Former England and Liverpool footballer David James, presenter Natalie Pike, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Tez Ilyas join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final roun…

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"Unveiling the Hurricane," Navigating the Music Industry's Legal Landscape with Miss Krystle 35:18

1+ y ago35:18

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Miss Krystle, an accomplished entertainment attorney and creative force, to delve into the intricacies of the music industry's legal terrain. Despite her impressive legal credentials, Miss Krystle humbly shies away from identifying solely as an attorney, embracing her multifaceted identity as a creato…

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Kate Mason, Flex, Jim White, Bob Mills 1:01:52

1+ y ago1:01:52

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Broadcaster Kate Mason, football presenter Flex, journalist Jim White and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-…

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"I Do This Cause I Love It!" Featuring Founder of 80's Jersey Rock Giants Trixter 50:34

1+ y ago50:34

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Send us a text In this episode I chat with my wizards of winter touring brother and dear friend Steve Brown, the founder of the 80’s jersey rock giant band Trixter, who in my opinion embodies the essence of passion and perseverance in the music industry. Inspired by his father’s advice to always strive for excellence, Brown embarked on his rock and…

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