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Jon Cudo and friends share industry news and insight related to Game Operations and Entertainment. Cudo is a 25 year veteran of sports and entertainment who is the Editor and Founder of Gameops.com. Gameops.com is proud to be recognized as the authoritative voice in game operations and the distributor of choice for sports premiums and promotions for hundreds of teams and event planners. We feature the tools to maximize the entertainment value of your events. Our site is a marketplace of ideas, promotions and imprinted premium items. Gameops.com is continuously updated with fresh content including up-to-date news and commentary. The Store has an exclusive line of promotions, contests, concourse games, mascot tools, and shirt launchers. http://www.gameops.com
Rocket Sports Dominco Ciarallo and Pat Walker join the pod to talk about how to keep your mascot costume fresh, who the smelliest mascot is and using your local entertainment to brand your entertainment.
Finding an Emotional Connection with Fans and BREAKING NEWS that may affect your next giveaway.
Jon Terry from SRO Agency joins the February 2018 Podcast to talk about the life of Rick Hader.
Mascot turned Author Zach Hall and Entertainer Rob Wicall join the January 2018 Podcast.
ESPN’s Kevin Arnovitz and Cameron Hughes highlight the November Edition of the Gameops.com Podcast.
Rob Wicall, Ben Hill and Royals Director of Event Presentation Don Constane join us for the October Pod. We tangle the nets of safetly, look at the best promos of the month and get the lowdown on the MILB Promo Seminar.
The Arena Author Rafi Kohan discusses his new book in the inner working of sports on the September 2017 Podcast.
Atlanta Hawks CEO Steve Koonin talks game presentation, marketing, on-line dating and more in the August Podcast.
Rob Wicall joins the pod to talk about honing your character, as a mascot, game director or person. We look at the Mr Met story, the importance of taking breaks, and knowing how to train yourself to react in the moment.
The May 2017 Podcast with Jon Cudo, Cameron Hughes, Steve Johnston and Lindsey Gullett.
MILB.com’s Benjamin Hill, crazed lunatic Cameron Hughes and Mikaela Higgins from the Lansing Lugnuts join the April 2017 Podcast.
Akron RubberDuck Promotions Coordinator Christina Urycki, Utah Jazz Play-by-Play David Locke and Pat Walker highlight the podcast.
Rob Wicall and David Raymond join Cudo for the February Podcast. We talk about making moments and steps to improve mascot skit generation.
Abby Naas from the Columbia Fireflies and World-Record Holder Juggling Josh Horton join Jon Cudo on the January 2017 Podcast.
Walker, Cudo, Hill and Carter reunite for the 7th Annual Best of Awards Podcast. Get this crew’s take on the winner, notables and much more. Plus hear Ben Hill sing.
Nominations and News in the podcast an All-Star line up of Pat Walker, Scott Carter, Rob Wicall, Cameron Hughes and Steve Johnston.
Diary of a Mall Santa Author Stewart Scott joins the podcast to talk about his book and how it relates to building a mascot program and mascot performance.
Cameron Hughes and Benjamin Hill highlight the September Podcast. Cameron joins live from the US Open and Benjamin Hill talks about his MILB West Coast Road Trip.
The August Podcast with Jonny Greco and Cameron Hughes. We talk Cams..Kiss Cam, Dance Cam and more. Then these sunny adversaries go toe-to-toe in a battle of positivity.
The July Podcast with Benjamin Hill, Mark Labban and Matt Heuer. Ben checks in from Appalachia, Mark talks about the upcoming Promotional Seminar, and Matt Heuer explains the devil in the details.
The June Podcast with Jason Klein, Matt Heuer and Rob Wicall. Jason discusses how to create a Rally Mascot. Matt Heuer’s #TuesdayTip covers a valuable social media twist and former Spurs Coyote talks the value of not wearing pants.
5th Anniversary Podcast with David Raymond, Ben Hill, Dustin Morse and Brian Clapp. Topics include Prince, Benny the Bull, SA Spurs and Crazy Hot Dog Vendors.
Cameron Hughes and David Raymond join Editor Jon Cudo for the April 2016 Podcast. Cameron works through a final four of highlighted promotions, then Raymond talks about starting a mascot program and the new Clippers program.
Cudo with Matt Heuer and Pat Walker talk owners dunking, building traditions and training kindergartners. Ben Hill then joins to talk about tacos, back hair and nacho cheese...no kidding.
Cudo is joined by Matt Heuer and Pat Walker to look at promotions and hot topics in game operations, including a last-minute cancelled giveaway, the shocking King Cake Baby and the Curtain of Distraction. Cameron Hughes jumps in with a jolt of enthusiasm as well.
This month's podcast looks at pre-game and how to fill it with entertaining content your fans will come early to see. Guests include UN-Reno Head Coach Eric Musselman and Big Mike Kennedy from the SF 49ers.
Scott Carter, Pat Walker, Ben Hill and Cudo talk about the best in game operations from 2015, including winners from 7 categories.
Cudo is joined by a PR wizard, a tip-tossing guru, and a motivational freak in this months Gameops.com Podcast.
Our lineup of pros and experts talk everything from Ragnar the Viking to the Competitive Lumberjacking Season in this marathon edition of the podcast.
A potpourri of experts and vagabonds from around sports join Pat Walker and Jon Cudo for the September 2015 Edition of the Podcast.
Cudo bravely flys solo with the Anniversary Edition of the Podcast. Promotions, Shout Outs, Best of Nods and more.
Cudo and Walker look at Caucasian Night, Free T-shirts, Sue Bird, Police vs Fire, Sweater Jerseys and Nothing in this months Podcast.
Cudo and Walker talk about controversies in St. Louis and Houston, a movie promotion in Miami, Sombreros in Anaheim, and Ice in St. Paul. Shouts to Sue Bird, Santa Claus and much more in the June Podcast.
Cudo and Guest Host Ben Hill look at the Anthem controversy in Nashville, notable promotions, Sauce Castillo Night in Sacramento. We also talk to Matt Beigun from the Unsuited Podcast.
Walker and Cudo talk Robin Lopez, NCAA venues, Mascot parties, 2 Chainz, tweeting mascots and more.
Cudo and Walker discuss the successful Sixers Mascot Launch, promotions and more in this month's epic podcast.
Cudo and Walker look at the best promotions and highlights from the last month, including Pete Rose, AHL, NHL, Trike Racing, huge bobbleheads and more.
Cudo and Walker start the new year with a quasi-contentious podcast debating a couple game ops topics, like Rocky Clips and Fan Appreciation Night. Pat and Jon look at promotions in Indy, Dallas and Tulsa, and a Tinder-inspired promotion from the NBA Hawks. In a new segment they look around for some Best of 2015 notables, which included the Minnesota Timberwolves, the NBA mascots in Orlando and Sacramento.
This month's edition of the Gameops.com Podcast is hosted by Editor Jon Cudo and special guest Benjamin Hill. We look at all 10 of the finalist for the 2014 MILBy Award for Best Minor League Baseball Promotion. Includes promotions from the Durhams Bulls, Lowell Spinners, Lake County Captains, Potomac Nationals, State College Spikes, Akron RubberDucks, Portland Sea Dogs, El Paso Chihualhuas, Rocherster Red Wings, and Portland Sea Dogs. Ben and Jon discuss them all and what can be learned from them. Ben joins Jon with some personally inspired Shout Outs to close the show.
Cudo and Walker are back with a mascot-heavy addition. Special Guest Zach Lowe, promotions and more.
Cudo and Walker talk about the Washington Redskins and how renaming the team would likely shape their operations and brand, how the Pacers reacted to the Paul George injury, The A's giving away a shirt to a player who was no longer on their team, and the sweet smells of the University of Oregon ticket stock. Scott Carter talks AAA All-Star Game.
Pat and Jon talk about the Charleston Riverdogs' follow-up on Disco Demolition Night and some industry trends for generating revenue with non-game events, promotions and more.
This month's podcast is less about news and more about finding great content on Gameops.com. Editor Jon Cudo walks through some navigation tips to highlight some hidden gems on the site. This is a great way to be guided around our ever-expanding site.
Cudo shares a 15 minute discussion with the always interesting David Raymond. The former Phillie Phanatic talks about his upcoming free webinar discussing the Three Top Five ways to drive revenue, find great performers and care for your costume.
Ben and Jon discuss the the upcoming season of Minor League Baseball promotions, including teams to watch, popular promotions, fads, trends and more. Includes notes on the Akron RubberDucks, Richmond Flying Squirrels, Wisconsin TimberRattlers, Charlestown RiverCats and more.
Pat and Jon discuss the NBA Dunk Contest and how it can be a model to improve your contests, and Promotions from Toledo Mudhens, San Fransisco Giants and Bud Light Canada. Tariq Ahmad joinsus in Phone Tag to talk Sports and Social Media.
Pat Walker and Jon Cudo talk Bruno Mars, U2, Pink the Rink and Midnight Circus. Mascot Jay Bleu joins in to talk about a World Record attempt mascots are making this June.
Pat Walker and Jon Cudo reunite for the January Podcast. Listen to the guys debate the HuluPlus series Behind the Mask and highlight promotions. The each gives a New Year's Resolution and a challenge to game ops professionals.
The December Podcast is an Audio Roundtable discussion on the 2013 Best of Gameops.com Awards. Thoughts, insight, and analysis on the winners in seven categories by Cudo, Walker, Hill and Carter.
John Franzone from the Tampa Bay Lightning joins Jon Cudo for long-overdue Hockey special. John explains the focus behind the Lighting's excellent game production as well as reviewing promotions from around the country.
Benjamin Hill from MiLB.com joins Jon Cudo for a season-ending look at standout minor league baseball promotions. Including promotions with the Potomac Nationals, Lake County Captains, Leigh Valley IronPigs, Fort Myers Miracle, Lowell Spinners, Durham Bulls, Huntsville Stars, Richmond Flying Squirrels, and Tuscon Padres.
Cudo and Walker debate the recent flap over a fake marriage proposal at a New Britain Rock Cats game, as well as look at Swords, Sharks, and Sail-gaiting in a promotional review.
Jon Cudo and Pat Walker review this month in game operations, including promotions from the PGA, Seattle Seahawks, Fresno Grizzlies and Fighting Phils and Bowie Baysox. Pat previews a column on building better sponsorship inventory, and the guys debate the new Luchador Mascot for the Arizona D-Backs. Cudo also plays Phone Tag with Simon Says Steve Max, asking questions only after Simon Says to ask questions. Pat and Jon wrap up with an elevator pitches and shouts out to a deserving crew.
Jon Cudo and Pat Walker review this month in game operations, including promotions from the Portland Timbers, Nashville Sounds, Huntsville Stars and Lehigh Valley Ironpigs. Pat shares insight from a successful event at UW using impactful social media.
Jon Cudo hosts this month's podcast with a series of interviews related to the popular Star Wars promotions that are dotting the minor league baseball landscape this summer.
Cudo and Walker review this month in game operations, including promotions from the Washington Stealth, NHL Outdoor games, Tweet your Seats and a Pajama Party with the Inland Empire 66ers, and the 25th Anniversary Reunion of the Blazer Dancers. We play Phone Tag with Vets 4 Vets founder Wisa Opton, plus shout outs.
Ben Hill and Dan Migala fill in for the absent Pat Walker. They talk minor league baseball promotions and Family 4 Packs with Cudo.
Cudo and Walker discuss the Harlem Shake and whether your team should be shaking it up. They discuss promotions from the Lake Erie Monsters, Lowell Spinners, Tacoma Rainers and Seattle Thunderbirds. Predictions, shout outs and find out what it's like to get stuck on an elevator with Pat or Jon.
Cudo and Walker look at developing protocols to deal with unexpected tragedies and current events. They also review promotions from the Toledo Walleyes, Kalamazoo Wings, Florence Freedom, Lake County Captains, and Bridgeport Sound Tigers.
Cudo and Walker discuss winning and how it effects game operations, including a chat with Superfan Cameron Hughes and a look at a promotion from the Phoenix Suns. They also review promotions, give shout outs and make some bold predictions.
Cudo and Walker discuss finding inspiration, inspired by the comments from Phone Tag. Promotions include a controversy in Bakersfield, and great promotions in Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, and the NFL.
Walker and Cudo look at a mascot audition process in Houston, AEG for sale and replacement refs from a game ops perspective. They look at promotions in Dubuque, Hershey, and Tennessee. Wrapping up with shouts and predictions.
Jon and Pat discuss a ejected sound operator in Dayton and the Bobcats temporary move. We introduce a new segment called Phone Tag, and look at promotions from Lancaster, Bowie and the Monsters...and more.
This month Jon and Pat discuss the trade deadline, jersey sponsorship, signage and North Korea all from a game ops perspective. The look at promotions involving the Lowell Spinners, the State Farm Home Derby, Leigh Valley Iron Pigs and the Olympics. Cudo shouts out to one-time primate Bob Woolf and Pat give love to a different monkey and a juggler.
Pat and Jon cover crowd control for Game Directors and Mascots, promotions around sports, and an interview with the Fur Circus' Rob Montepare.
Pat and Jon talk about using your off-season to improve your show, staying connecting to your fans, promotions from Seattle, Florida and all points between, along with shout outs and predictions.
The May 2012 Podcast features a debate on using bad eras in your team history in your event production. We share a clip from the Gameops.com Interview with Paul Dickson, author of a new book on Bill Veeck. Pat and Jon wrap up with shout outs to a deserving few including the New Orleans Hornets and Cameron Hughes.
Paul Dickson is the author of more than 45 nonfiction books. He has written on a variety of subjects from ice cream to kite flying he concentrates on writing about the American language, baseball and 20th century history.
The Anniversary Edition of the Gameops.com Podcast features a look at promotions in Minor League Baseball with special guest Benjamin Hill from milb.com. We also look at a dangerous promotion you should avoid.
Our eleventh Podcast features a look at All-Star Events, including Pat's insight to the NBA All-Star weekend in Orlando. They disagree about putting twitter handles on jerseys, look forward to promotions, then Dan Migala joins the podcast to highlight four Leap Year promotions.
Our tenth Podcast features a discussion on Mascot Parties and how to maximize their impact. Pat shares the exciting enws about 3 Point Productios and we talk promotions including Fleece Blankets, Mascot Mania in Dayton, the 2-Man Advantage in Milwaukee, and Pink the Rink in Rapid City. We wrap with shout outs to the worthy and the February predictions.
Our ninth Podcast features a discussion on the Pre-Game In-Arena/Stadium Shows and how to approach producing them. We talk with Cardstunts.com Joe Kivett and talk promotions including NBA All-Star Balloting, Teddy Bear Tossing and Toothbrush Night in Bakersfield. We wrap with shout outs to the worthy and some January predictions.
Dec 2011 Gameops.com Podcast includes a roundtable discussion on the Best of 2011 Award Winners. Highlights and discussion on all seven categories.
Our seventh Podcast features a discussion on the 2011 Best of Awards on Gameops.com, along with a friendly disagreement over producing content that you know your fans will boo, with shout outs and predictions with Walker and Cudo.
October 2011 Gameops.com Podcast includes a discussion on opening night, a disagreement over when to hang your banners, a look at a handful of successful promotions and more.promotions around sports.
Podcast features a look at social media for Game Operations, a debate on logo placements and naming rights for entertainment teams, a look at promotions around sports, shout outs to a deserving few, and our predictions for September 2011.
Ben Hill from MiLB.com joins Jon Cudo to talk baseball promotions, who's clicking with their fans, and Ben settles the "Guaranteed Win Promo" battle.
Social Media Expert Tariq Ahmad shares his insights and thoughts on how sports teams are using social media to engage and connect with fans.
Podcast features a belt-tightening discussion on budgets, a debate on Guaranteed Win Promotions, a look at promotions around sports, shout outs to a deserving few, and our predictions for August 2011.
62 Hot Dogs, 1 Chicken and Super Heros? It's not the Justice League Holiday BBQ, it's the Gameops.com Editor with a quick mid-month Podcast.
3: The Gameops.com Podcast with Jon Cudo and Pat Walker includes an interview with Scott Carter, a discussion about dance teams in baseball and hockey, and a promotional review.
May 2011 Gameops.com Podcast - Jon Cudo and Pat Walker, share industry news and insight related to Game Operations and Entertainment. This month they look at the Playoffs, Kegasus, and promotions around sports.
June 2011 Gameops.com Podcast - Jon Cudo and Pat Walker, share industry news and insight related to Game Operations and Entertainment. This month they look at the Rivalries, Color Changing Mascots, and promotions around sports.