Media Mavens Podcast: Recent Episodes
Axis Entertainment, Inc
Compelling, Provocative & Real! Media Mavens Podcast is all about sharing the latest and greatest trends, topics and tribulations with industry leading guests to talk about all things innovation, technology & entertainment and how we are making a difference in the world.
This week, The Axis Effect sits down with Sean Austin, CEO at Helios. Like many companies in the current technological revolution, Austin and his company seek to utilize A.I. in an authentic way that helps lead to further efficiencies and innovation. This utilization comes in the form of voice technology, specifically focusing on the financial sector. As Austin explains, the tone of a voice can impact how listeners interpret information, which is why they’ve worked to help companies create a voice for earnings calls, assisting listeners to better understand and react to the data presented. Austin discusses how people respond differently to different tones and voices, how using the right agent for the right audience can make a huge difference, and why these factors are incredibly influential. To learn more, tune in to “I Can’t Hear You.”
This week, The Axis Effect sits down with Tracey Crossley, host of Earned Wisdom. With a Master's Degree in Health Psychology, Crossley has dedicated her career to supporting women leaders, helping them to break unhealthy psychological habits and unlock their hidden potential. With this goal in mind, Crossley has written multiple books on leadership, most notably “Overcoming Insecure Attachment: 8 Proven Steps to Recognizing Anxious and Avoidant Styles and Building Healthier, Happier Relationships.” Crossley discusses her next book, the dangers of self-criticism, why individuals have difficulty determining what they want (and how to fix this problem), and how detaching from the fear of a result can create more tremendous success in any given scenario. To learn more, tune in to “Your Own Worst Enemy.”
This week, The Axis Effect sits down with Chuck Rinker, Co-Founder and CEO at PRSONAS. After spending time working on military technology and later as a development director at EA Sports, Rinker co-founded PRSONAS. With over twenty years in the company, Rinker and his team have worked on many projects concerning A.I. Seeing the impact that A.I. had on the gaming industry, Rinker realized that this technology could have a similar effect on the commercial world, a realization that’s led him to work on a range of projects, from a virtual reality app for Arizona Beverages to reducing the need for sedation in children receiving MRIs for Florida Hospital Celebration Health. Rinker discusses his career in military technology paved the way for his transition into gaming, the long history of A.R. and A.I. (despite their very recent surges in notoriety), and working with Disney, along with Disney’s underrated importance in technological innovation. To learn more, tune in to “Getting Personal.”
This week, The Axis Effect sits down with Clive Savacool, Founder & CEO at LogRx. After spending over a decade in firefighting and some time as a paramedic, Savacool saw a variety of flaws in how groups keep track of their narcotics, witnessing how these flaws could hurt people firsthand. After realizing this, Savacool founded LogRx to fight these potential dangers and make medication tracking and management systems safer for everyone. Savacool discusses essential factors to consider in building a successful startup, how LogRx makes medication management more efficient than ever, the problems he’s witnessed that inspired him to found LogRx, and notable parallels of leadership in managing his company and his career in firefighting. To learn more, tune in to “Adding Logic to Life.”
This week, The Axis Effect sits down with Mike Aronow, CEO and Founder of Amplifier. With over 20 years in his industry, few know the importance of big data like Aronow, who formed Amplifier to help companies utilize the data they have to build campaigns to reach their customers best. As he bluntly puts it, “Data doesn’t lie!.” Aronow discusses how his past experiences have led him to the position he sits in today, effective tactics from successful startups, and how data differs from intuition. To learn more, tune in to “Go Big or Go Home.”
This weeks The Axis Effect sits down with Nick Emmons, CEO of Upshot to talk about the rise & fall of leadership in the NFT space As the NFT market becomes more chaotic than ever, Upshot acts as a middleman group, utilizing machine-based models to appraise NFTs. During the recent NFT boom in 2021, Emmons saw an opportunity, giving that market a company that can provide valuation similar to other industries, including equities and real estate. Despite memorably exorbitant values during the previous bull market, Emmons explains that due to the popularity, many of the higher priced NFTs were, in fact, their “true value,” as Emmons conveys that market sentiment continues to be the pinnacle factor in valuation. Emmons discusses his career in blockchain technology, how Upshot can value a large number of NFTs on an hourly basis, some of Emmons' favorite NFTs, and the financial aspect of the NFT market. To learn more, tune in to “To Be or Not to Be an NFT.”
This weeks The Axis Effect sits down with Drew Spaventa, CEO and Co-Founder of The Spaventa Group (TSG) to talk about the leadership of and the state of the financial industry. With a career in various parts of the financial sector, Spaventa founded TSG intending to cater to all different “asset-tastes” seen in investors. Dubbed the “investment firm of tomorrow” by Spaventa, TSG aims to provide various alternative investment opportunities for accredited investors, including venture capital and real estate. Spaventa discusses the recent collapse of large U.S.-based banks, the cryptocurrency crashes, and how market conditions and reactions have led to the current economic climate. To learn more, tune in to “Time is Money.”
This weeks The Axis Effect features Steve Mellor, author and Olympian Swim Coach to talk about the effects of l athletic and leadership form the field to the boardroom. As a former Olympic competitor and medalist at the Commonwealth Games, Mellor knows better than anyone the importance of individuals realizing their hidden potential. As a veteran in his community, his recently released book, “SHOCK THE WORLD: A Competitors Guide to Realizing Your Potential,” chronicles the inspiring journey of Brooks Curry, an Olympic swimmer guided by Mellor, whom Mellor had to help see their potential. But Curry is just one of many clients whom Mellor’s worked with over the years to help turn into their best selves. Mellor discusses his book's different takeaways for differing age groups, Curry’s story, the importance of the “human element” in leadership, his core values, and working with Curry. To learn more, tune in to “Going for the Win.”
This week on The Axis Effect, we talk with Suman Kanuganti, CEO and co-Founder at Personal.ai about leading the way with a personal touch on technology. Amid a technological revolution, Kanuganti aims to utilize A.I. to evolve human communication, creating their own A.I. model (as opposed to GPT-3) that adapts according to the individual user, allowing customers to have their own personal experiences developed around them. Kanuganti discusses the importance of staying grounded, evaluating a problem before finding the technology needed for it, and the endless amount of work that goes into leading a start-up. To learn more, tune in to “Looking for a Co-Pilot.” 7:09-8:08 Notes: - I think the below quote would act as a good alternative title to this episode - “It Doesn’t Start with Technology!” - The below timestamp is not for the episode, but I feel like Sarah gives a great point on it and if she was willing to use her dialogue, this could be used in some form to build Axis’s brand.
This weeks The Axis Effect features Alex Shalash, co-Founder and co-CEO of metaENGINE.to talk about leadership and breaking ground in technology. As the technological revolution that is the Metaverse continues to grow, Shalash and the rest of metaENGINE find themselves at the forefront, utilizing an international team of employees working to provide creators the tools necessary to create games and experiences in a cloud-based environment. Shalash compares their project to Google Docs, allowing creators to work together in real-time no matter the distance separating them. Shalash’s reputation precedes itself, spending over a decade working on significant projects such as Star Wars: The Old Republic. Shalash discusses the history of gaming engines, how they allow for the experience they fuel, and what makes metaENGINE stand out in the gaming engine industry. To learn more, tune in to “Gamifying the Universe.”
This weeks The Axis Effect sat down with Joe Quenqua, Global Brand Entertainment Communications Officer to talk about all things brand loyalty and leadership. A self-proclaimed “agency guy at heart,” Quenqua’s career has lasted over three decades, working at various companies that include 42West, DKC, and most notably, The Wait Disney Company. Realizing the importance of companies having a good agency behind them, Quenqua has worked tirelessly to become one of the top names in PR. Quenequa discusses his journey into where he is today, beginning his career while still in college, the fight to stand out in PR, working at Disney, and how the industry has changed since he first entered it. To learn more, tune in to “Show Up & Slay.”
This installment of The Axis Effect features Projjal Ghatak, CEO and Co-Founder of Onloop. With a career working at companies like Uber, BlueKite, and Essar, Ghatak founded Onloop to create a product to help leaders effectively build, organize, and manage their teams as practically and productively as possible. Ghatak discusses how personal experiences led him to found OnLoop, his process of helping team leaders solve issues, the joy in creating his own company, and the difference between leading in smaller and larger companies. To learn more, tune in to “Fear of Missing Out - No More!”
This installment of The Axis Effect features Jordan Scott, Founder and CEO of Cobble. Inspired by an unforgettable first date with her now-husband, Scott founded Cobble as what she refers to as a “decision-making app,” helping couples and groups of friends more efficiently decide how to spend their time together. Managed by a group of curators, Cobble not only allows groups to select and vote on what to do but also helps aid said groups in making the necessary preparation and reservations to go through with those plans. Although the app is limited to a handful of cities across the country, Cobble has already accumulated over 40,000 users, actively working to expand their service into more major cities. Scott discusses how Cobble continues to excite users further, their focus on products instead of growth, and how they utilize their team members all around the country to further integrate Cobble into their respective cities. To learn more, tune in to “Just Answer the Question.”
The Mavens talk with Sarah Gerhardt, Founder & CEO of Buderflys Inc. Spending most of her life at the executive level in the music, mobile, and gaming industries, Gerhardt’s journey into the earphone space began after a painful cramp induced from sleeping with her earphones on, inspiring her to combine her earphones with swimmers wax which not only reduced pain compared to the average earphone but also allows for a cleaner sound. As one of the most innovative earphone companies in recent memory, what sets Buderflys apart from its competitors is its ability to form to the user's ear, creating a better experience for the user. With the Mavens, Gerhardt discusses all things earphones, including the one-of-a-kind focus that separates Buderflys from other companies, where her company got its name from, and the importance of positive leadership skills and innovation in her sector. To learn more, tune in to “Technology Taking a Flight.”
The Mavens talk with Kyle Tut, Co-Founder & CEO of Piñata. With over 250,000 users, Piñata has made a name for itself as a premier web3 content creation service. As a source for content creators to optimize their content for other platforms, Piñata provides users with a platform for users to share and experience content. But Piñata goes a step further, helping users expand their brand and even ensuring positive feedback via social media. Tut has been a supporter of web3 since the early days of NFTs, founding Piñata back in 2017 after realizing web3 technology's potential. With the Mavens, Tut discusses the challenges his team experienced as early adopters in the NFT industry, the current downturn in value NFT and cryptocurrency markets are experiencing, NFT’s potential for data management, and where the entire NFT market might be headed in the long run. To learn more, tune in to “Taking a Swing at Life.”
The Mavens talk with Bruce Bendell, CEO & Co-Founder of Big Block Capital Group. With a lifelong career in the automotive industry, Bendell has since expanded his operation to a variety of different opportunities. His titles speak for themselves, formerly acting as the New York State Auto Dealers Association Chairman and a former Queens & Bronx Chamber of Commerce board member. With the Mavens, Bendell discusses financing startup companies, various mediums and businesses he has worked in, potential influences the Metaverse has on different industries, how COVID has slowed the rollout process of new businesses and concepts, and how Bendell has reached the heights he finds himself at today. To learn more, tune in to “The Next Big Thing.”
The Mavens sit down and talk with James Andrews, CEO & Chief Architect at Global Liquidity Inc. Replicating the efficiency of a real-world ATM, Global Liquidity, Inc.’s website, lightningbridge.com, allows Web3 participants to withdraw or deposit NFTs and cryptocurrency into their digital wallets through apps like Cash App. With transactions taking under a minute and various user options, Andrews’ company is working to make Web3 and meta verse technology accessible to all. With the Mavens, Andrews discusses how users can connect their existing Web3 assets, the evolution of Fintech, and the potential Bitcoin has for changing the global economy. To learn more, tune in to “Building Bridges.”
The Mavens sit down and talk with Brad Kronthal, Co-Founder of Alloy Sports. As one of the newest companies in the world of sports betting, Alloy acts as a mobile sports betting research platform, helping users set up betting strategies by using years worth of data and finding the upcoming sports events that best fit their strategy. Working to hit as many mediums as possible, Alloy Sports plans to reach as many sports as possible, ranging from Football to Golf to eSports. As Kronthal states, “we let you do everything but place a bet.” With the Mavens, Kronthal discusses Alloy Sport’s roadmap in expanding the list of sports they give users access to, why hockey has a smaller fan base across America compared to others, why the “NFL is always king,” different betting strategies and the different types of betting individuals have access to. To learn more, tune in to “Rolling the Dice in Sports.”
This week, the Mavens sit down and talk with Dan Duffy, CEO of United Real Estate Holdings. With a lifelong career in executive positions, Duffy's job of leading this major real estate company gives him an unmatched viewpoint on the real estate industry, and the ability to explain what is changing its landscape with current global conditions and how people may look forward. With the Mavens, Duffy discusses the importance of understanding the market and how the latest social economics of politics is essential when making decisions. He explains the realtor's battle within the ever-changing market and how the job of a realtor has become significantly more attractive recently. To learn more, tune in to “The Meaning of Leadership.”
The Mavens sit down and talk with Jeffrey Hayzlett, Chairman and Founder at C-Suite Network. As one of the top people in all things podcasting. Hayzlett has seen a large variety of different podcast guests including major business leaders, visionaries, and world-renowned celebrities like Gene Simmons. Hayzlett’s career encapsulates an impressive resume, working with organizations like Bloomberg, Graphic Communications Group, Eastman Kodak Company even serving as a guest judge on Celebrity Apprentice. With the Mavens, Hayzlett discusses the importance of media branding for any company looking to make a name for itself, how his career choices have put him in the position he finds himself in currently, and how anybody looking to create a podcast can rise to the top. To learn more, tune in to “The Meaning of Leadership.”
The Mavens sit down and talk with Darren Jeffrey, Chief Visionary Officer & Founder for ATS . Best known as the original course creator for American Ninja Warrior, Jeffrey and his company have become the premier course for all televised obstacle courses, including the NFL Pro Bowl Skills Competition, a commercial for beer company Coors Light, Biggest Loser, and a variety of other Ninja Warriors series across the world. But being at the top of his field is the product of a lifelong fascination, dating back to the beginning of Jeffrey’s rock climbing days at the age of 14. With the Mavens, Jeffrey discusses how he reached his current position, the process behind some of their courses, the rising popularity of the obstacle course industry, and how the industry’s growth has allowed for various new job openings. To learn more, tune in to “The Official Ninja Warrior.”
This week, the Mavens talk with Daniel Puzny, CEO at LunaOne. A Metaverse technology company, LunaOne is working to build a “hyper-realistic Metaverse” where digital citizens can be their best selves and blur the lines between VR and reality. In a world where many Metaverses and their companies focus on digitizing things like gaming and shopping, LunaOne is working to revolutionize the potential of Metaverse through adding a focus on mental health and creating safe digital experiences for younger users. As of recently, the company has distributed around $25 Million worth of their Metaverse’s currency, XLN. With the Mavens, Puzny discusses the different types of Metaverses, what makes certain Metaverses and cryptocurrencies thrive over the other, the history of the Metaverse, where the industry is headed as a whole, and LunaOne’s history. To learn more, tune in to “Welcome to the Future.”
This week, the Mavens talk with Chris Kane, Founder & CEO at Chek. While Chek is a fintech literacy organization, Kane's career originally began as an athlete, which he says helped to teach the process of failing over and over again, giving him the perseverance needed to excel in his career regardless of his field of focus. Now, Chek works with various nonprofits, universities, and even the NFL to help streamline proper distribution of capital within organizations and bring financial literacy for all. With the Mavens, Kane discusses how his sports-background acts as a backbone to his career today, how Chek helps ensure proper communication between donee and donor parties and subsequently ensuring money donated is allocated properly, and how Chek promotes transparency between organizations. To learn more, tune in to “Chek Yourself.”
This week, the Mavens talk with past guests David Nurse, host of “The Art Of w/ David Nurse,” Marjorie Dehey, one of MMP’s co-hosts, Steve Mellor, host of “Career Competitor,” Stephen Pappas, host of “Science of CX,” and Tony Davis, host of “Well Rounded Leaders.” Bringing together this group of hosts, the Mavens, and their guests discuss what it means to be a leader, even when someone is not in a leadership-oriented position. As a group, they each share their own experiences in witnessing the best leaders they’ve seen, discussing what made said leaders succeed, and the various fields and levels these leaders can be found. To learn more, tune in to “Own Your Leadership.”
This week, the Mavens talk with Christian Keroles, General Manager of Bitcoin Magazine. Quitting his job to join the magazine in the midst of its peak at the end of 2017, Keroles has a barrage of knowledge crucial to understanding the digital currency, including the desire and attempts to create “digital cash” for as long as the internet’s existence, how Satoshi Nakamoto created Bitcoin, and the potential Bitcoin has in the future. With the Mavens, Keroles discusses all things Bitcoin, including the currency’s history, how its creation has changed the world by eliminating the need for institutions in monetary transactions, the notability of Bitcoin’s finite cap, and how Bitcoin can decrease fraud. To learn more, tune in to “The Future of Fintech & Beyond.”
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy discuss the successful termination of Zawahiri in Kabul, what Mulroy calls a “masterclass in how to conduct a counter-terrorism operation.” With this resulting in a sudden shift in power within Al-Qaeda, Mulroy explains where the terrorist organization could be heading next regarding leadership and how the new administration could shift their operations. In terms of reactions, Mulroy discusses how Afghanistan may be affected by this event as a whole, how other countries may react, and how the U.S. could move forward accordingly. Additionally, Mulroy talks about updates regarding the U.S.’s involvement in the China-Taiwan and Russia-Ukraine conflicts, discussing how they could move forward, why travel to Russia is dangerous for Americans and how the current world economy affects Russia individually.
To learn about all this and much more, tune into “Global Crisis Takes Toll on the World.”
Join us for an extra special finale panel to our “Smosh Comedy Series!” Sitting down with members of the collective seen in previous episodes, the Mavens discuss all things comedy and how the group releases the seemingly endless variety of content they provide weekly. Fresh off a recent live event, the Mavens and Smosh team discuss performing in front of their audience, interacting with viewers, along with how technology is expanding the potential of live events more than ever. They explain how the group incorporates fellow YouTubers and movie stars and utilizes various methods to pull the event off successfully, thanks to a genuine connection shared by the team. Additionally, the group discusses the benefits of having a large variety of channels, managing the different types of content, and how viewers get to know team members through these different forms of content. To learn more, tune in to “Finding Humor in Life, Everyday is Funny With Smosh!”
This week, the Mavens talk with Courtney Miller, Influencer and Comedian at Smosh. Initially joining the realm of comedy for fun, Miller soon realized she found more joy editing her content than actually performing it. Working for the comedy collective Smosh, Miller typically finds herself hosting much of the content she performs. However, she has also grown into a producing and directing role for many of the videos. Working for the collective for seven years, Miller is excited about where they will continue to grow. Recently, they put out a live ticketed show for their fans. Her favorite series within the organization is “_____ Is Dead,” where members of Smosh roast fellow comedians in the form and setting of a funeral. With the Mavens, Miller discusses Smosh’s ever-growing variety of content, the joy in seeing their impact at VidCon, and the importance of making people laugh. To learn more, tune in to “Giggles are for Babies!”
This week, the Mavens talk with Shayne Topp, an actor and comedian from Smosh. Acting since he was 13 and moving to L.A. at 16, Topp spent his teenage and young-adult years fighting tooth and nail for a comedy career. Eventually, he’d landed the audition of a lifetime when he found Smosh. Working at the comedy collective for the past seven years (while finishing his degree in psychology), Topp has found himself doing a little bit of everything for the company. He pitches story ideas, produces and writes content, and acts in many of the skits Smosh releases. While making people laugh is something Topp enjoys, he’s become known on the set of Smosh for making himself laugh. With the Mavens, Topp discusses how he came to where he is today, the different tasks he performs with his varying roles and Smosh, and why comedy matters so much to him as an individual. To learn more, tune into “Funny Is As Funny Does!”
This week, the Mavens talk with Ian Hecox, co-founder of Smosh. Early in 2005, after discovering their skits on Myspace could receive greater attention on the newly established Youtube, Hecox and friend Anthony Padilla climbed their way to the top of the internet as the comedy duo Smosh. Even having the most-viewed Youtube video of all time at one point, the group has evolved into a comedy collective of multiple channels and a variety of creators and collaborators. Almost two decades since its inception, Smosh is known as one of Youtube’s largest channels, engulfing various mediums to reach its audience in this day and age. With the Mavens, Hecox discusses how he and Padilla persevered to evolve their brand into what it is today and gave insight into the creative process behind the content they put out. To learn more, tune in to “Funnier Than the Next Guy!”
This week, the Mavens talk with Daniel Tibbets, CEO & Producer at Smosh. Founded by comedians Anthony Padilla and Ian Hecox in 2002, Smosh has spent the past two decades establishing itself as one of YouTube’s leading comedy brands, or as Tibbets describes, “The SNL of the Internet.” Working to give all members of their company a hand in development, the leaders at Smosh encourage employees of all positions and their collaborators to pitch and brainstorm new content for their channel. “Everyone’s a comedian,” Tibbets explains. With the Mavens, Tibbets discusses how the company has expanded its brand to reach many more mediums, the never-ending process of finding new content, and how Smosh works to act as a learning experience for their team to develop skills in acting, writing, directing, regardless if they work as an office manager or an editor. To learn more, tune in to “Everyone Needs a Good Laugh Now and Then!”
This week, the Mavens talk with David Carpenter, CEO at Gamiotics. With 22 years of experience in the entertainment industry, Carpenter began his career as a producer for broadway before transforming his after-work pastime of gaming into a career. No matter the medium- theater, education, amusement parks, and any other form of live events- Gamiotics looks to "Gamify" the audience experience for consumers. Carpenter and his company found their footing during the pandemic using the cell phone as a multimedia device. They found a way to connect individuals with numerous live events via Zoom and their cell phones. With the Mavens, Carpenter discusses experiences in creating "Vegas-style" entertainment, capturing audiences' attention, how Gamiotics works tirelessly to enforce brand loyalty, and the valuable data they obtain from each event they host. To learn more, tune in to "Taking Center Stage."
This week, the Mavens talk with Susanna Barla, CEO of Revolutionize. Beginning her career working with luxury fashion brands, Barla eventually transitioned her career into entrepreneurship and investing. Currently, her main focus is Bitcoin. With the Mavens, Barla discusses examples of how the blockchain will be crucial to humanity's future, why Bitcoin is one of the safest cryptocurrencies, why it will outlast other cryptocurrencies, and how the blockchain technology can be applied to industries like fashion and art. To learn more, tune in to "The Digital Race to Bitcoin!"
This week, the Mavens talk with Chris Wagner, Founder, and CEO of White Label Productions. As a company, White Label Productions has dedicated itself to producing some of the most notable television specials around. From “Miss Universe 2021” to “Can’t Cancel Pride 2020,” White Label Productions has worked with various exciting events across entertainment. Still, nothing has defined their work as much as Rihanna’s “Savage x Fenty” shows. With the Mavens, Wagner discusses some of his favorite experiences in this industry, how he’s worked tirelessly to keep viewers engaged with different projects, the growing significance of celebrities aligned with brands, and how to handle unforeseen moments in live events. To learn more, tune in to “Reaching for the Stars!”
This week, the Mavens talked with Adam Rymer, Chief Executive Officer at Envy Gaming. Owning major teams in the eSports medium like Team Envy and OpTic Texas, Envy Gaming was first founded in 2007 in the form of a professional Call of Duty Team before growing into a major company in the eSports industry as a whole. Today, Envy Gaming is not just a conglomerate of teams, but an organization building its brand and reaching fans all over the world . With the Mavens, Rymer discusses managing so many teams, how the gaming industry may change with the incoming Metaverse, and how Envy Gaming engages with and grows their international fanbases. To learn more, tune in to “Game Envy!”
This week, the Mavens talked with Travis Apple, VP Partnerships, General Sports Worldwide & Clubhouse. Working to make the world of sports more accessible, King discusses how General Sports Worldwide has worked tirelessly to grow the sports industry by raising customer engagement, brand awareness and revenue streams for their clients. But, the company’s recently acquired Clubhouse acts as an imperative tool in helping improve accessibility for the next generation of leaders in the sports industry, providing them with resources that help to establish careers and connections across the sports industry. To learn more, tune in to “The Future of Sports & the Meaning of the Power Play!”
Global News Watch sat down to talk with Michael "Mick" Patrick Mulroy, National Security & Defense Analyst, ABC News: Former Pentagon Deputy of the Middle East and CIA to discuss the latest updates on major happenings across the globe, most notably the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, explaining the current status of both sides and where it seems to be heading. Other major topics Mulroy discusses include weaponized technological developments in Iran, the U.S. government’s satellite systems, and the treatment of dogs within the U.S. military. Mulroy explains the untethered loyalty of these hounds, applauding their skill, intelligence, and the struggles that they endure fighting for their country along with how some find lives after.
To get the latest update on the major world news, listen to us at mediamavenspodcast.com. You can also log into ABC News to get the latest with Mick Mulroy.
This week, the Mavens talk with Sean King, SVP of Commercial Services at Veritone to talk about all things Artificial Intelligence. Specializing in the company’s commercial sector, King discusses both how the company found success through the pandemic along with how they are looking towards the future with new ways to innovate in the realm of digital media. With our world’s ever-increasing focus on technology, King details a number of fascinating applications that A.I. will have down the road, showing how it will affect all facets of human life, even where you may not expect it!
To learn more, tune in to “Powering Intelligence With Innovation.”
The Media Mavens sit down with Tom Bentey CEO & Producer, Suburbanite Productions to talk about story telling and how to use your voice to make movies; Tom shared with us how to pursue your passions in film and what steps burgeoning film makers need to take to share their stories
For more information on Tom, you can hit him up on Linkedin or at Suburbanite Productions.
Nick Hughes, Founder and CEO of Founders Live Media sits down to talk with the Mavens about finding your path to success & surrounding yourself with mentors and advisors who encourage you to level up and lead with purpose.
Nick also talked to us about the mindset of founders and the importance of staying grounded and focused on the mission and why founders need to be prepared to make a sharp pivot throughout the journey.
For more information on Nick you can find him on Linked or https://founderslivemedia.com
Steve Mellor, Performance Coach, Culture Advisor and Olympic Swim Coach sits down to talk with the Mavens about the athletic mindset and how the skill set of an athlete transforms the role and decision making of a leader Steve sat down and shared the importance of decision making, perseverance, determination and the will to win whether it's on the field, court or in the water and the difference between Intent and action " Having intent gives you the purpose to take action but to take action without intent is just an action and makes the difference between being great leader and employee vs one who is just taking actions because they have to not because they want to." The culture of competition and winning is in all of us and Steve breaks down how these characteristics is part of the recipe to winning in business.
For more information on Steve you can find him on Linked or https://careercompetitor.com
We sat down today to talk with Michael "Mick" Patrick Mulroy National Security & Defense Analyst, ABC News: Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East and Paramilitary Operations Officer, CIA on Media Mavens Podcasts Global News Watch Segment to discuss critical updates on Ukraine's fight for survival and the toll its taking on the citizens there and their own fight for freedom. Mick shared with us the global fallout of Russias attack and how its going to severely effect more delays in our supply chain as well as economic downfall in the United States and around the world. He also shared with us the intent of the U.S and Nato involvement moving forward as well as an elite group of Military Intelligence in the Ukraine who have stayed on their own to help support the people, its army and to stand by the leadership of President Zelenskyy, To get the latest update on the War Against Ukraine, listen to us at mediamavenspodcast.com. You can also log into ABC News to get the latest with Mick Mulroy.
The Mavens sit down and talk with Richard Swisher, President & Founder, MOTIV, Inc. about the impact Bitcoin has on global sovereignty and sustainability Rich shared the importance humanity and how critical it is to help educate others on the benefits of digital currency and the future it can give communities when Fiat isn't so readily available. He also talked how his company Motiv is creating new opportunities in education, finance and health for underserved people by combining Bitcoin technology with professional development and health outreach.
To learn more about Motiv and their mission to change lives with Bitcoin, please visit. www.motiv.ngo
This week the Mavens sit down with Patrice Meignan, Founder & CEO of TheArsenale to discuss all things Mobility and innovation open the future of Boats, Planes, and Surfboards to advancements in Flying cars and going places most people only dream about. For more information on the "Ultimate Garage' with the likes of Renault and Lamborghini leading the charge, you can go to www.thearsenale.com.
This week the Mavens sit down with Steve Warden, Founder of Gigr, a company sitting at the intersection of music and NFTs to talk shop about the greatest in music and how the NFT market is opening new revenuer streams and fan interaction through technology.
If you dream of becoming a rockstar or any music fan you can get more information on Gigr at https://gigrlive.com
This week the Mavens sit down with Doug Scott, Co-Founder at Subnation / General Partner at Surround Ventures to talk all things Web3 and our future of NFT and the MetaVerse. Hitting the pause button in 2020 and 2021 was a tough one for most but it was a huge Industry win for the NFT and Meta Verse market which has quickly become the only topic of conversation no matter what industry you are in. Scott helped clarify all the misinformation in the market and how Web3 is here to stay. With all the confusion Scott broke down and defined the architecture underneath the swell of NFTs and why the Meta Verse is fast becoming the next and only place to live and breath the Brand Experience. With the Mavens, Scott broke down the Hyper-drive on what to look for and how to navigate the future. To learn more about. WTF a NFT is and more tune in to “ WTF NFT’s! What and Who are you Really?" and get an inside look at the history behind the Digital Dragon.
The Mavens were excited to sit down this week with Jeffrey W. Hayzlett, Chairman & CEO of the C-Suite Network & Best Selling Author to talk about Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion in the market and how he's building leaders through C Suite Networks. Hayzlett shared his vast wisdom with us on how important leadership is and how he supports leadership regardless of sex, color, religion or industry. Hayzlett also shared with us how he's instrumentally helping to build leaders and the impact everything he does effects those who are striving to be better leaders every day through his own podcast, books and speaking to C level executives throughout the industry. Fo more on nuggets on leadership, listen up as we had a great time with Hayzlett this week on Hitting that Suite Spot of Success.
This week, the Mavens sit down with Sue Phillips, CEO, Scenterprises. Phillips is a Global Fragrance Expert and Author on the perception of smell and how the fragrance market is making an impact post pandemic. Phillips shared her personal journey with us from her days as head of creative for Burberry Tiffanys and Channel, to how she's using her expertise to help those with Covid get their smell and taste back through the sensory experience of fragrance. She shared with us the science behind the neurological aspects that control our main senses of smell, taste, sound and sight and how she's helping people regain their sense of smell back after a hard hitting pandemic that robbed most of its victims from taste and smell senses. She also went in depth on how critical Scent is in regards to re-training your brain to remember based on the scent that triggers memories. Phillips also talked to us about the glamorous world of perfumes and the impact it has on behavior and self esteem when finding the right match of fragrance and confidence. To learn more about the importance of scent and much more by listening to Phillips Scent-sational Story and journey through the parfume industry,
This week, the Mavens sit down with Laura Calleia, Head of Sales and B2B Partnerships for Freshly, the leading freshest meal delivery company. We understand everyone is busy and sometimes making the time to shop and cook dinners, not to mention the prep and insuring they are healthy for you and taste good is a tiresome job for most busy people. Laura shared with us the health aspects of meal delivery and the best way to maximize your time and nutrients while eating healthy delicious foods already prepped and made for quick, easy meals. Laura also went into depth with us about Bio markers and how important it is to pay attention and know what your levels are. and the impact daily stress, lack of sleep, etc will impact every aspect of what makes you move, sleep, and have energy on a daily basis, We also talked about farm to table freshness and the emphasis on Freshly where all meals are made by a team of top chefs to ensure the freshest and best tasting in the market. In addition, they rolled out an exciting new array of expanded venues and plant based meals on top of vegan and a'lacarte. The goal of meal delivery is to take all the guess work out of what you put in your body with expanded nutritional values and easy delivery schedule all custom around what you want. With the pandemic crippling everyones active lifestyles to some extent, Freshly was bought out by Nestle in 2020 and has been expanding ever since, To learn all this and much more about how to stay healthy tune in to “Keeping it Fresh ! Healthy Living, Healthy You!"
This week the Mavens sit down with Brian Seth Hurst, Founder & Chief Storyteller for StoryTech Immersive. Hitting the pause button in 2020 didn't make it easy for anyone but thanks to producers like Hurst, people started to realize they had new platforms to tell and share their story in hopes to inspire and motivate others. With the Mavens, Hurst discusses the measures taken to ensure authenticity becomes the driving factor for story telling and how the back story to the story is what resonates and creates loyalty, We also spent time with Hurst talking about the Hype Cycle of Governance and how the Meta Verse is disrupting the future To learn all this and much more about the Power of Authenticity and Hurst's own story he shared, tune in to “ What's Your Story?" and get an inside look at the history behind what shaped Hurst perception of humanity and how each story we tell defines who we are.
Media Mavens Podcast talks with Michael "Mick" Patrick Mulroy National Security & Defense Analyst, ABC News: Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East and Paramilitary Operations Officer, CIA on Global News Watch Segment discuss the Rise of Fall of Putin's War of Terror on Ukraine. With multiple countries around the globe stepping up to provide humanitarian relief, financial help as well as military support to Ukraine, the one questions still seems to be looming on everyones mind, which is " How do we stop this and save the millions of lives being forced out of their own home and country as well as the global economic fallout?" With tensions putting the future of Ukraine in more jeopardy, Mulroy discusses the fall out around the world and impact this war is starting to have on the global economy and the extraordinary heroism of President Volodymyr Zelensky.
From more imposed sanctions to Russia off from all airlines to banking and gas, Putins War on Ukraine is starting to take a severe toll on the people of Russia now. "NATO and the U.S are doing all they can to stop this but there is only so much we can do until all resources are exhausted as Putin just won't quit." says Mulroy who also explained why it was so important to start cutting off the Oligarch's assets.
To get the latest update on Putin's war or Terror Against Ukraine, listen to us at mediamavenspodcast.com. You can also log into ABC News to get the latest with Mick Mulroy.
This week, the Mavens sit down with Jon Pleeter, Vice President of Concerts/Lifestyle at Reliant Talent Agency. Since the global pandemic outbreak, the world of concerts has seen a drastic decline, with the events becoming non-existent for the majority of 2020. Even with a significant change in the state of the world since March 2020, the events that transpired have made the near-future of live music uncertain. Yet, thanks to vaccines and individuals like Pleeter-who have been fighting tooth and nail to ensure the safety of these events-live, events have made a triumphant return, with legendary festivals like Lollapalooza showcasing a gradual return to normalcy across the board! With the Mavens, Pleeter discusses the measures taken to ensure the return to normalcy goes as smoothly as possible, how the pandemic has helped many artists take in exponential growth, and how concepts like NFTs have helped change the music industry as a whole! To learn all this and much more about the future of music, tune in to “Getting Jiggy With It: Brining Back Entertainment.”
This week, the Mavens talk with motivational speaker and former NBA coach David Nurse. Having experience on and off the court is the name of Nurse’s game, formerly the shooting coach of the Brooklyn Nets and currently focused on training over a barrage of NBA players to learn the values of confidence and maintaining excellent quality mental health. This approach allows Nurse to help players approach the sport more healthily than ever, showcasing vast improvement for those who come to Nurse for help. With the Mavens, Nurse discusses the importance of confidence, strategies for working with NBA players, his book, Pivot & Go, and general wellness tactics for improving oneself. To learn about the art of following your passion, tune in to “Nice to Meet You Player, I’m the Coach!”
This week the Mavens sit down with Kevin Martinez, Vice President for ESPN Citizenship on how the sports world views humanitarian efforts through the eyes of an athlete and how ESPN is taking a stand on doing good & being better. The Mavens had a tremendous conversation with Martinez on how sports effects all of us on a daily basis from NFL, NBA to track & field and collegiate sports. Martinez talked to us about their Citizenship programs and the distance the leagues, players and teams go in order to support humanitarian efforts and support those in need. Martinez talks about the inspiration of the many athletes, fans and communities that are using sports to make the world a better place and how important it is for them to utilize their athletic talent to stay grounded, present and view the world through a different lens. Tune in this week and learn how ESPN is changing the world with sports.
This week the Mavens got ready for a little football with Carl Francis, VP Communications for NFL Players League to talk about what else but Super Bowl LIV! A former football player Francis knows a thing or two about football and how NFLPA is making sure the players have a sustainable career on or off the field. Francis took a deep dive with the Mavens on how NFL is helping the players and their families and how critical community is to the NFL. From education to finances, career moves and the importance of the brand, NFLPA puts its heart & soul into guiding and counseling the players find what motivates and inspires them when the games over. Francis explains how they have kept the players safe, motivated and inspired though the past year and the unparalleled energy and excitement the Rams and Bengals are bringing to Super Bowl LIV.
With the Mavens, Francis discusses the methods behind NFLPA and the talent coming to NFL Draft post Bowl game. To learn more about NFL & the Super Bowl 2022 tune in to the biggest Sunday Football of the year #GOTEAM
This week the Mavens talk with two-time Guinness World Record Holder, Dave Farrow. Holding the record for Most Decks of Playing Cards Memorized in a Single Sighting (which he reclaimed after someone else broke it), Farrow’s achievement is even more impressive when taking into account the fact that he was born with ADHD and Dyslexia, which he says admittedly gave him a sub-par memory at birth. But instead of being held back, he used this as a motivation to further understand his own brain, sending him on one of the most exciting journeys in overcoming what many would call a major setback. With the Mavens, Farrow discusses his favorite techniques in improving memorization, the importance of challenging one’s brain, and how you can manipulate your own brain and mind into becoming as skilled as Farrow. To learn more about one of the world’s most exciting success stories, tune in to “The Game of Memory.”
This week the Mavens talk with Howard “Speedy” Berg, better known as the world’s fastest reader. Able to read 25,000 words (or 80 pages) per minute, Berg developed this skill, not for joy, but as a necessity. Upon realizing his desire for a second degree within his junior year of college, Berg forced himself into becoming the world's fastest writer, which led to him earning his entire second degree in a span of one year, not to mention while working three jobs. With the Mavens, Berg discusses the details behind his larger-than-life ability, an in-depth look into that fateful senior year, and tips on how others can learn this magnificent skill. To learn more about one of the most world's most fascinating readers, tune in to “Faster Than a Speeding Bullet.”
This week the Mavens meet up with Marc Routzong, President & CEO of Adaptive Recovery. Focused on creating solutions for their clients, Adaptive Recovery cites its mission as a plan to help clients “maximize recovery, reduce bad debt and protect their brand.” After realizing the exorbitant flaws among the commercial collections industry, Routzong saw a way to potentially help these companies in a positively effective way. “We have an opportunity to help clients recover money that's rightfully theirs,” Routzong explains. With the Mavens, Routzong discusses his career leading to his current position, how Adaptive Recovery utilizes a variety of resources for a variety of clients and why he loves his job. To learn more about one of the most under-discussed yet crucial industries in the world, tune in to “Making Sure to Dot The I’s and Cross The T’s!”
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy discuss the current situation in Ukraine and how Russias threat to invade is impacting the West. With tensions putting the future of Ukraine in jeopardy, Mulroy discusses the possibility of an invasion from Russia, as well as the lengths the West will go to in order to prevent this. Specifically, Mulroy explains tensions with NATO, strategic reasons for Russias invasion, and how the U.S. is stepping up to protect Ukraine and to prevent another devastating economic crisis across Eastern Europe. To learn about all of this and much more, tune into “The Game of RISK: Protecting Ukraine at all costs. How far will the West go to Prevent Russia from Taking Over"
This week the Mavens meet up with Guinness World Record holder Scott Flansburg to talk all things mathematics. A self-proclaimed “numbers guy,” Flansburg’s fascination with numerical concepts dates back to his childhood, where he’s spent his focus ever since. “Ever since I was a kid when I started learning about numbers I just kept seeing patterns I couldn’t see them and it made so much sense,” Flansburg explains. As an adult, Flansburg shocked the world as the “human calculator” when he outperformed a calculator in a race of adding two-digit constants. Even with such an impressive achievement to his name, Flansburg is no one-trick pony, building an impressive resume as a computer programmer, a member of the Air Force, and even an author, publishing Math Magic and Math Magic for Your Kids. With the Mavens, Flansburh discusses the methods behind his mathematical process, how to make math more accessible to children, and an alternative calendar concept that promotes consistency between days of the week and month. To learn more about one of the most exciting mathematical geniuses, tune in to “Living life at the speed of the calculator.”
On a special Year in Review segment of Media Mavens, we look back on some of our favorite moments with some or our most memorable guests. Over 100 Podcasts and Four Seasons later, we look back on some of our shows with the most innovative and compelling leaders and innovators in the realms of sports, technology, entertainment and lifestyle to include: · Carl Francis, VP Communications, NFL Players Association · Scott O'Neill , Former CEO, Philadelphia Sixers, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment · Stuart Ballantyne Senior Vice President, Venues & Entertainment at Oilers Entertainment Group · Stephen A Crystal CEO, SCCG & Head of North America Development, Betfred USA Sports · Aaron Miller Renowned Executive Chef & Current Head of F&B for 5 Star Luxury Resorts. · Nick Bogacz President, Caliente Pizza & Draft House/ Author-The Pizza Equation/Podcaster-The Business Equation/ World Pizza Champion · In Memoriam - Tawney Kitaen Executive Producer, Director and Model · Ron G - Emmy Award Winning Comedian, Actor and Founder of Blockhead Entertainment · Ira Rubenstein Chief Digital & Marketing Officer, PBS · Chris Gialanella Group Publisher; Angeleno, LA Confidential and Riviera Orange County Magazines · Emiliano Ruprah, Host, Producer & Explorer. Discovery Channel, National Geographic and the Explorer Club. · Alison Levine First American Women's Everest Expedition Team Captain, faculty member at the Thayer Leader Development Group at West Point, New York Times bestselling author of On the Edge · Michael "Mick" Patrick Mulroy National Security Analyst, National Security and Defense, ABC News: Paramilitary Operations Officer, CIA · Eric Oehlerich Former Navy SEAL Commander, Military Intelligence and Co- founder, Lobo Institute · General Kenneth Tovo United States Army Lieutenant General, Recent Commanding General, United States Army Special Operations Command · Dan lopez Chief Strategy Officer, Head of Product , Arkysis · Christopher M Mick NASA Solar System Managed by NASA/JPL/Caltech But even with an already vast array of content ripe for your ears, we can’t wait for you to hear our upcoming seasons in 2022;
Cheers to 2021 and an even better 2022 as we promise to continue sharing the most compelling, provocative and real conversations with more guests you dont want to miss.
This week, the Media Mavens sat down to talk sports and education with Jeff Golner, CEO of STEM Sports. Leading a hybrid of STEM and sports, Golner spent some time talking to us about how important it is to combine sports in any education and how building sports into the education curriculum creates better leadership, sportsmanship and team from an early age. Tune in this week to learn about "The Future of Sports: Sports Driven Curriculum From the Ground Up ” and how our future educational institutions can benefit from more sports inspired curriculum.
Everyone loves Ice Cream and so does the team at Media Mavens so we sat down with David Greenfield, Co-founder & CEO of DreamPops and one of Forbes 30 Under 30 to talk shop on how to be an entrepreneur. Rolling out products isn't easy but Greenfield had the recipe for success right when he launched DreamPops at various big box stores everywhere, Greenfield shared his passion for entrepreneurship as he pivoted from finance to ice cream and made DreamPops a success while keeping his companies bottom line healthy, With the Mavens, Greenfield talks about how he came about the idea of building a F& B product and his expansion plans beyond Ice cream to become the next Willy Wonka. Tune in this week to learn about We All Scream For Ice Cream ” and how to follow your dream.
This week, the Media Mavens sit down and gets social with Terry City, VP Brand Partnerships at Tumblr. Heading up one of the largest and social media sites for content posting and sharing, City shared the social ups and downs of online social communities and the impact it has. City also talks to us about the the authentic community vibe of tumblr and the evolution of Brand Partnerships and how social has become a driving source of revenues. Tune in this week to learn about "The Origami Vibe of Social Media ” and there right way to use social media.
This week, the Media Mavens sit with Alicia Doyle, 2X Golden Gloves Boxing Champion & Award Winning Author. We knock it out with Doyle on the podcast to talk about the importance of women in sports, and how boxing inspired her to fight through life's hardships to become the first women Golden Gloves Champ. With the Mavens, Doyle talks about good sportsmanship, how to take the punches and how Boxing changed her life and inspired her to write the book "Fighting Chance" Tune in this week to learn how to " Float Like a Butterfly and Sting Like a Bee ” and how girls should embrace their own strengths to stand up in a mans world.
This week, the Media Mavens sat down and talked. all things Golf with Matt Corey, Chief Marking Officer with the PGA Tour. Leading one of the world’s top sport tours, Corey is working hard to expand the education of the golfing industry and educate the public on the benefits of the sport regardless of age. With the Mavens, Corey talks about sportsmanship, how the PGA Tours have survived through the pandemic and why PGA players have made Golf a career. Tune in this week to learn about "Playing Through the Back Nine in Sports ” and how much difference it makes to just pick up a club and hit the links regardless of your golfing skills. Just get outside and golf!
The Media Mavens sits down with and Michael Patrick Mulroy, National Security & Defense Analyst, ABC News: Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East and Paramilitary Operations Officer for the CIA on Global News Watch to discuss the tensions with China’s control of power over Taiwan. Mulroy caught the Mavens up on the United States support for the self-governing island that is claimed by China and the rising military tension. Mulroy and GNW discuss everything from Chinas historic competition to compete with the United States and how the United States, like most countries, has no official ties with Taiwan but is the democratically-ruled island's most important international backer and arms supplier.Additionally, Mulroy touches base on Chinas stepped up military and political pressure on Taiwan to accept its sovereignty claims and how this will affect the future relationship with the U.S.
To learn about all of this and much more, tune into “The Race to Quell Military Tensions Between China & Taiwan.”
This week, the Media Mavens talk with Greg Economou CEO of Game1 on how to elevate the sports and entertainment experience. Economou shares with us his sports background and how he immersed sports greatest moments with Hollywood and created content to entertain beyond the arena. We also talk to Economou about the social impact sports content plays into society. Tune in this week to learn about “Satisfying Your Hunger for Sports " and how Hollywood has embraced the game beyond the big screen.
This week, the Media Mavens talk with Alison Levine, leader of the first American Women’s Everest Expedition. After reading a lot of books while recuperating from a few major surgeries, Alison Levine was inspired to create her own experiences and began her climbing career. Since then, Levine has climbed upon some of the world’s most famous expeditions, including Mt. Kilimanjaro, Denali, and one of the most well known treks, Mt. Everest. Levine also published her book On The Edge, which details many of her climbing experiences. To learn more about “Leadership from the Top Down” and how much heart-stopping fears, passion, love of the climb and work is put into these storied expeditions go to Media Mavens Podcast or anywhere podcasts are heard.
For this week’s installment, the Mavens sit down with Mat Devine, Head of Music Partnerships at Cameo. Spanning a career across four decades, Devine was the former founder and front man for the group Kill Hannah, who he went on multiple tours with before beginning a solo career. Since joining Cameo, Devine has been finding success selling personalized content to his fans alongside major names like Isaiah Thomas and Ghostface Killah. With the Mavens, Devine discusses the innerworkings of Cameo, exciting stories from the days of Kill Hannah, and Devine’s own musical influences. To learn more about what goes behind the life of a musical artist and how Cameo is developing the next generation of fan-interaction, tune in to “Artist Fandemonium & More Influence Please!”
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy discuss Russia’s involvement in Afghanistan since its withdrawal of all U.S. forces. With Russia’s role heavily increasing especially in recent weeks, Mulroy and GNW discuss everything from Russia’s hindrance of American counter-terrorism operations, treatment of Americans within Russia itself, and how the conflict between these two countries can potentially evolve into a Cold Waresque scenario. Additionally, Mulroy brushes on Russia’s strategy for irregular warfare, their uses of special operation units, and how the growing need for effective energy sources plays into all of this.
To learn about all of this and much more, tune into “In the Shadows of the Russian Allies.”
This week, the Media Mavens chat with Dan Fugardi, Managing Partner at VantageBP. Living a life that’s anything-but-boring, Fugardi formerly served as the Nuclear Engineering Department Head for the U.S. Navy. Since then, he’s become a founding investor to Mana Pacific Inc., a corporation dedicated to finding a sustainable energy source for the Pacific Islands, intended to replace fossil fuels. With the Mavens, Fugardi discusses his time working in the world of submarines, the politics behind finding cleaner energy sources, and other programs Fugardi is working on to help make the world a better place. Tune into this week’s episode to learn about “Harnessing the Power of Profit for Social Good,” and how excessive resources can be turned around to help the future of our species!
This week, the Media Mavens sit down to talk with Jason Yim, CEO of Trigger. Leading one of the world’s top companies in the AR/VR industries, Yim has worked on some of the most prominent projects in recent memory, heading the entertainment marketing departments for “Toy Story 4,” “Spiderman: Far from Home,” and “Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker,” along with fan management for NHL, The PGA Tour, and the NBA. With the Mavens, Yim talks about how Trigger has survived through the pandemic, how Trigger has brought their recent projects to life, and Yim's own thoughts on the future of the AR/VR industries. Tune in to learn the ins and outs of creating AR/VR-based content, tune in to “Getting Trigger Happy” to get a glimpse of the future of entertainment!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with World Pizza Champion Nick Bogacz. Spending time perfecting the perfect pie helped Bogacz, President, Caliente Pizza & Draft House and Author of The Pizza Equation realizes his dream of owning the best damn pizza place in the U.S. Bogacz spent time with us talking about The Pizza Equation, a book for entrepreneurs who enjoy the restaurant industry and looking to build an enterprise with pizza. Bogacz shared the important aspects of operating a pizza business as well as some of his favorite recipes and tips to making the best pizza with us. He also took the time to talk about the importance of cooking and family and how he’s sharing his pizza wisdom and business knowledge with others through his own podcast and book. Tune in this week to learn about “ Pizza and More” and what goes into launching your own pizza parlor as well as how to success in the restaurant industry.
This week, GNW and Mick Mulroy discuss the recent House hearing held regarding the U.S.’s recently wrapped withdrawal of Afghanistan. Ending an over two-decade occupation, Mulroy and the Mavens discuss many of the challenges faced in this period, worries about domestic terrorism, and what it all means for the future of the United States.
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Bryan Biniak, CEO and founder of ConnectedTravel. Spending over two decades in the mobile industry, Biniak formerly served as the EIR at NGP Capital before forming ConnectedTravel in 2016. Dedicated to creating an original experience via automobile, ConnectedTravel creates an experience that allows for passengers to engage in different activities (such as playing games and watching videos) which lead them to finding discounted experiences near their current location. Attracting companies like Lego and DC Comics, Biniak explained that this application helps drivers focus on driving while passengers can find exciting new ways to find relevant activities for the whole group to enjoy. With the Mavens, Biniak explains how ConnectedTravel differs from similar companies, how companies utilize digital advertising connect with people and how the general car-user experience is continuing to involve. Tune in this week to learn about “The Power of Tech: Next Generation of a Connected Lifestyle” and how ConnectedTravel is changing the automobile experience!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Michael Kaliski, CEO of Good Planet. Always busy trying to help ensure cleaner innovation, a cleaner planet and more sustainable life, Kaliski spoke with the Mavens about an in-depth look at his current projects working with studios and large events to help contain waste, recycle whats needed and to find more innovative ways to manage keeping massive dumping of trash and waste in the landfills in order to leave cleaner footprint. "Starbucks, for example is all plastic so not compostable so everything ends up in a landfill why I encourage using a reusable cups to avoid extra waste" Stated Kaliski. Tune in this week to learn about “Cleaner Innovation for Cleaner World ” and how important it is to ensure a more sustainable and cleaner future.
This week, GCW, Mick Mulroy and Kenneth E. Tovo, former U.S. Army Lt. General discuss the latter two’s nearly-20 year old report on irregular warfare in Northern Iraq, revealing many of the U.S.’s most effective strategies employed within the Middle East. For easily GCW’s most exciting installment yet, tune in to “The Power of One: The Price of Freedom."
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Emiliano Reprah, Explorer and Writer at Discovery Inc. Born in Mexico and raised in Washington, D.C., Ruprah has developed a lifelong passion for wildlife and protecting both dying species and vanishing human cultures. Traveling across the world, Ruprah has worked on a variety of conservation series for National Geographic, citing Crittercam as his first love. A member of the Explorers Club, Ruprah has made some exciting documentaries, putting himself in the line of fire with “War Tourist” and most recently, “NOMADAS,” a beautifully shot nature documentary for Smithsonian Chanel. Always busy, Ruprah spoke with the Mavens from the Mayan Jungle, in the midst of finding ways to help protect a dying jaguar population. With the Mavens, Ruprah discusses conflict zones, an in-depth look at his current project, working in a battlefield and the moral dilemma in major companies taking resources from dying out societies. “You can’t expect these people to sacrifice their livelihood for what we want.” Ruprah said. Tune in this week to learn about “Finding Humanity in Global Culture” and what goes on within Mexico’s exciting biodiversity!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Claudio Monesi, Operations Manager and Dive Master at Infinity Divers Aqua Center. Hailing from Italy, Monesi has travelled the world for over a decade pursuing his passions in the diving industry, with his travels including Thailand, Mexico, and Australia. Now, he’s spent his last few years residing in Roatán. With the Mavens, Monesi discusses a career in the diving industry, different types of diving, important diving tips, and his excitement to soon be diving with whales Anyone who’s found themselves fascinated in the world of diving-whether it be wanting to get into the activity or the industry-must tune in to “Life Aquatic: Finding Solace 60 Meters Deep” to learn so much about the exciting pastime!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with artist Tommy Tejeda. Spending a lifetime in his craft, Tejeda started drawing comic books in Argentina at the age of 16, before going to work on a variety of superhero cartoons in the 1990s, including “Batman Beyond” and “Justice League.” Now, he’s spent over a decade working one of television’s most iconic cartoons: “The Simpsons,” where he currently serves on as the Lead Designer. Even before becoming the show's Lead Designer, he had time with many jobs on the beloved show starting as a layout artist before moving on to storyboards, assistant directing and character designer to name a few. With the Mavens, Tejeda discusses his exciting resume, the variety of methods he is able to paint and some his upcoming gallery. “I’ve got 22 pieces, I’m working on 9 simultaneously.” Tejeda said. Tune in this week to learn about “Bringing Characters to Life” and what goes in to animating your favorite cartoons!
This week, the Media Mavens talk with Erik Keosky-Smith, Chief Growth Officer of Hownd. Playing a significant role in B2B and B2C marketing, Keosky-Smith has been with Hownd the past few years, with a major focus on “Fun, Yum and Zen” companies. Taking a riskier approach, Keosky-Smith and the rest of Hownd are all about giving clients minimal risk when working with them, making it clear they will not be paid until they deliver something for their clients. “It’s a true performance-based marketing platform and more importantly, we also run it for them.” Keosky-Smith said. With the Mavens, Rubenstein discusses Hownd’s journey through the pandemic, working with over 1000 businesses, never holding clients to contracts and creating the most efficient services possible for said clients. Tune in this week to learn about “Building Partnerships & Harnessing the Power of Success” and what goes in to running the best B2B and B2C experiences possible!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with opera director and singer Aleta Braxton. Spending a lifetime in the music industry, Braxton has worked on over 150 productions for Los Angeles Opera, but her résumé doesn’t stop there. On top of the opera, Braxton has sung with the Los Angeles Master Chorale, toured as a soloist and worked on a variety of notable television and film soundtracks ranging from “Fifty Shades of Grey,” “Malcolm in the Middle” and even “Star Wars: Rogue One.” With the Mavens, Braxton discusses some of her favorite roles, the difference between different types of opera singers, the skill level needed to fulfill some roles, and what it’s like working in a group of singers. “You’re basically on a team, everybody’s playing together for the common goal of scoring a good performance” Braxton said. Tune in this week to learn about “The Modern Age of Opera” and what goes into making the music of your favorite opera performances!
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy, National Security & Defense Analyst, ABC News and former Deputy Asst. Secretary of Defense for Middle East and CIA Paramilitary Operations sit down to discuss the unraveling of Afghanistans Capital City of Kabul over the last few days and the rapid rise to Power of the Taliban. After a whirlwind of media updates, Mick gave us an update on how quick the Afghanistan Government crumbled under the weight of the stronghold of the Taliban over the course of the last 72 hours. The first major Afghan city fell on Aug. 9. The last one, Kabul, capitulated just six days later. The offensive that returned the Taliban to power 20 years after they were ousted by a U.S.-led coalition seemed dizzyingly fast as millions of people are struggling to get out of the country as quickly and safely as possible. Mick shared with us whats beyond the Horizon, the imminent terrorist threats we will be facing while Afghanistan just became a " safe haven" for terrorist and extremist groups around the world, prompting Jihads and other terrorist groups to head back to Afghanistan to regroup. With Talibans take control over the main airport in Kabul, the U.S has sent over more troops in the past 24 hours to re-enforce and maintain the safety of the military base just clicks away to ensure they can get U.S and dual Citizens as well as Special Visa Holders out of the the country as fast as they can. For more Information on Mick Mulroy or GNW, please go to www,mediamavenspodcast.com
Media Mavens was excited to sit down with good friend John P. Roberts, Chief Content Officer at Pure imagination Studios, John P. Roberts. We take a deep dive with Robrts into the word of creativity, imagination and how technology has raised the bar of entertainment. We spent time talking about the dreamers, visionaries and story tellers in film and television and how critical it is to capture the imaginations of others through whatever screen they are watching. Working in the entertainment industry for over 20 years, Roberts knows the importance of pushing the boundaries and tapping into our imaginations to bring stories to life. From Star Trek to Yoda, Pure Imagination Studios is going where no one dares to go. Tune in this week with Host & Producer Sarah Miller, CEO , Axis Entertainment and John P. Roberts at Pure Imagination Studios to learn about “Going Where Imagination Has No Boundaries in Tech & Entertainment ” and we use technology to entertain.
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy sit down to discuss the recently unfolding events in Afghanistan. Continuing on the topic from last month, Mulroy discusses the Taliban’s sooner-than-expected push to takeover large swaths of Afghanistan terrain, the large number of families pushing to leave the country, the United States’s road to full withdrawal of the country, Multroy’s predictions going forward, and how Kabul [Afghanistan’s Capital] has improved in many ways these past two decades. “Positive things don’t generally make the news,” Mulroy stated. Later on, in addition to the fascinating scoop on Afghanistan, Mulroy also discusses events happening in Iran and the effort to bring them back into compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, an effort in ending Iran’s nuclear program.
For more Information on Mick Mulroy or GCW, please go to www,mediamavenspodcast.com
Media Mavens sit down with Chris Tremont, Executive Vice President, Digital Banking at Lending Club to talk about the new era of banking and how digital is putting finance at our fingertips. With the Mavens, Tremont discusses the substantial growth of technology and how its making banking more seamless and easier to access. With technology evolving at a rapid pace, the world of finance and banking is gaining speed over at Lending Club, which merged with Radius Bank, one of the first all digital banks in the United States. Despite the seemingly confusing concept, customer service is just as superior with digital banks as it was with traditional banks. In fact, Lending Club is providing even better customer support, and offering up significantly easier ways to do your banking. Tune in this week to learn about “ A New Era of Banking in a Digital World " and how to streamline your finances.
This week, the Mavens meet with resort mainstay Rick Kolinsky, Managing Partner and GM at Infinity Bay Spa & Beach Resort. Working in the hotel industry field for over 30 years, Kolinksy has ben the GM for globally leading hotel properties such as Hilton, Marriot, and Sheraton properties throughout the United States. For the past the 10 years, Kolinsky has been overseeing the management and expansion of Infinity Bay which is located on the island of Roatan, the second largest barrier reef in the world to Australia, where its known for some of the most magical diving, topical reefs and quickly becoming the most prominent dive spot in the Carribean islands. With the Mavens, Kolinsky discusses the substantial growth of the resort, sustainability on the island, and how Infinity Bay has grown to become one of the leading destination spot for tourists-which he says is primarily relaxation, diving and some of the country’s rich history. Tune in this week to learn about “Expanding Tourism & Building Communities in Paradise” and some of the many exciting stories and details about your new favorite tropical island!
This week, the Media Mavens team met up with Kevin Goff, Filmmaker & Spokesperson for the Hattie McDaniel Estate. We spoke with Kevin about equality & diversification in film and television and Hattie McDaniel's moment in the spotlight for her role as mammy in the Big Screen Oscar Winning and acclaimed Movie, "Gone with the Wind" and how Hattie fought for her rights to be seeing and valued as an equal in Hollywood for her talent vs being hidden from Hollywoods biggest and mot glamorous award show for the color of her skin. Hattie won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, becoming the first African American to win an Oscar. Tune in this week to learn about “Equality in Hollywood ” and how the unspoken hero's and talent on the big screen is still helping to shape Hollywood today.
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Ira Rubenstein, Chief Digital and Marketing Officer at PBS. With over 20 years in the world of entertainment, Rubenstein has held a variety of reputable positions, including Executive Vice President at Marvel Entertainment and Executive Vice President of Digital Marketing at 20th Century Fox before joining his current home at PBS. With the Mavens, Rubenstein discusses the importance of PBS's educational programs (particularly for the younger generations), important lessons he has learned from his career, and how PBS has helped provide educational programming to children across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic. “As a system, our membership stations really rose to the challenge as kids were sent home and became, in many cases the way that they [the kids] were provided remote learning, because not everyone has broadband…” Rubenstein said. Tune in this week to learn about “Educating & Inspiring: Giving the Public What They Want” and how much goes on behind the scenes to bring your favorite educational programming to the screens!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Zara Harutyunyan, Founder of CRMC Aesthetics Academy. Creating a reputation as one of the best injectors in Hollywood, Harutyunyan has worked with some very high-profile clients, all who have come from all over the world to experience her exceptional work. With the Mavens, Harutyunyan, discusses her effort of giving clients a “one-stop shop” and ensuring the healthiest procedures possible, some of her most fascinating services such as cryotherapy, and her lifelong love of her craft. “I love medicine and I cannot just imagine another career for myself,” Harutyunyan said. Tune in this week to learn about “When Too Much is Enough! Wellness and Beauty Redefined” and how much goes on behind the scenes of a plastic surgery operation!
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy sit down to talk about drone warfare. Discussing both the offensive and defensive sides, Mulroy explains the dangers of how quickly other countries are developing drone technology, America's climb to catch up with said countries, some of the non-militaristic uses for drones, the Iraqi government's particular drone threat, proxy threats, how A.I. fits into this new age warfare, and a variety of interesting methods to help counter the problem. “It is a big concern that terrorists could use this to cause mass casualties in the United States,” Mulroy stated. For more information on Global News Watch or Mick Mulroy, please contact Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment, inc and Host, Media Mavens Podcast.
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy sit down to discuss the United States’s recent withdrawal from Afghanistan. Providing a crucial scoop, Mulroy explains everything on the topic, including the history of the U.S. Military’s time in the country, problems that may arise from pulling out so many troops, why it is “in our interest” to withdraw from the country, how women’s rights are in Afghanistan are likely to take a huge hit, how other superpower countries will likely react, and how the United States will act in Afghanistan moving forward. “The only forces we have left now are simply to maintain our diplomatic presence,” Mulroy said. For more information on Global News Watch or Mick Mulroy, please contact Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment, inc and Host, Media Mavens Podcast.
This week, the Media Mavens sit down to chat with Stuart Ballantyne, CEO Rogers Place & ICE District at Oilers Entertainment Group. Holding a lifetime career throughout the world of Canadian hockey, Ballantyne had worked at Molson Sports & Entertainment for seven years before working with Hockey Canada, Vancouver Giants Hockey Club, Canada Winter Games before finding a home with the Oilers Entertainment Group. Most notably in recent memory, Edmonton’s arena played a key role during COVID-19, acting as one of two hub cities to finish up that season in the midst of the pandemic. “We wanted to be able to keep going and sure enough in the end, Toronto and Edmonton became the two hub cities to finish last season.” Ballantyne explained. With the Mavens, Ballantyne discusses his long career, Edmonton’s new arena, how hockey has changed during COVID-19 and what goes on behind closed doors in running a sports team. Tune in this week to learn about “NHL Squad Goals & Building Canada’s Olympic Team” and how much goes in to running your favorite hockey team! For more information on Media Mavens Podcast, its guests or Host, Sarah Miler CEO, Axis Entertainment, Inc, please contact info@axis-entertainment.com or drop us a line at 310 276-2220
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Ryan Steelberg, the President at Veritone, Inc.. With a career over two decades long, Steelberg has worked with industry giants to help raise hundreds of millions of dollars, in hand making those companies billions of dollars through raising the value of their shares. Most recently, Steelberg is helping pave the way for the future with Veritone, Inc. by utilizing company data and information to create effective Artificial Intelligence. “We’ve figured out creative ways of applying this next generation’s set of technologies into media and entertainment yet again and we’re seeing great results” Steelberg said. With the Mavens team, Steelberg discusses the history of Veritone, Inc., their crucial work the Department of Justice, and the company’s role in bringing clean energy to the world. Tune in this week to learn about “Revolutionizing the Future of Artificial Intelligence” and how Veritone is changing the world we live in!
For more information on Media Mavens Podcast, its guests or Host, Sarah Miler CEO, Axis Entertainment, Inc, please contact info@axis-entertainment.com or drop us a line at 310 276-2220
This week, the Mavens team celebrated their 50th podcast as they sat down to talk with 2020 Media Excellence Award winner Mikhail Solodovnikov, General Manager of T&R Productions & RT America. Dedicating a career to the world of television, Solodovnikov has worked over the years on a variety of projects. He is currently producing 18 programs acrossvarious facets of entertainment, including cable and mobile applications. One of Solodovnikov's most notable contributions is his work with the late Larry King on the political talk show, “Politicking with Larry King.” Solodovnikov had positive remarks about King,“We were honored to work with him in the same newsroom environment for the last seven years.” Solodovnikov's work goes beyond the news, including working on bringing sports, that are outside the mainstream, to the small screen, such as cycling. While on the podcast, Solodovnikov explained the process of creating and distributing content, developing streaming apps and how they keep their viewers engaged. Tune in this week to learn about “Global News at Your Fingertips” and how people like Solodovnikov are revolutionizing the television industry!
For more information on Media Mavens Podcast, its guests or Host, Sarah Miler CEO, Axis Entertainment, Inc, please contact info@axis-entertainment.com or drop us a line at 310 276-2220
This week, the Mavens team sits down to talk with MEA Finalist Joseph Shusterman, the CEO of Bluemark.
Working with companies like Uber Eats and Walmart, Bluemark is dedicated to helping companies provide their new customers the best onboarding [welcoming] experience possible. “When someone signs up for any kind of service…you get that email that says welcome to X, and that email probably goes to your other inbox and could have two typos or no one reads it, that is not the type of welcoming we are trying to accomplish, what we want to do is disrupt that entire version and way of being welcomed and do that in a physical way,” Shusterman explained.
With the Mavens, Shusterman discusses the complicated process of how they help companies create efficient and appropriate onboarding, specific examples of companies they have worked with, and why a good onboarding system is crucial to a company’s success.
Tune in this week to learn about “Streamlining the Workforce with Technology” and why your next major focus in building a company might be revitalizing how you onboard!
To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy sit down with Anthony Opoka, a former child soldier for The Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) to discuss the child soldiering issue in Uganda. Providing an in-depth firsthand look at the global issue, Mulroy and Opoka discuss with the Mavens their efforts in fighting LRA, helping to bring child soldiers home and give them a better future, Opoka’s story as a former soldier, and how just far this issue reaches beyond Uganda. “The United Nations said it has doubled in the Middle East in the last two years, and it is something that spreads from the Far East in the Philippines to South America and a lot of concentration in Africa….child soldiering needs to be addressed, because no adult should be ok with children fighting the wars that they start.” Tune in to GNW’s live segment below to learn about “The LRA's Political Objectives In Uganda” For More information on Media Mavens Podcast or Global News Watch, Please visit www.mediamavenspodcast.com.
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with humanitarian James Glasscock, the CEO and Founder of Good Human Inc. Currently focused on his company Good Human Inc.-an app dedicated to promoting greater sustainability and ethicality in the modern world by curating the most sustainable products so customers don’t have to take the time looking for the most ethical choice-Glasscock has worked a lifetime in the media, holding major positions for major companies like Warner Bros., Machinima and Turner Broadcasting. With the Mavens team, Glasscock discusses his company’s goals, many of the difficulties navigating in a modern world, and explains many of the company’s specifics. “A lot of people like to describe us as Amazon meets Pinterest for good, we built a discovery experience first and foremost,” Glasscock said. Tune in this week to learn about “Building Sustainable & Ethical Brands for a better life” and why Good Human Inc. maybe your next major download! You can reach James Glasscock directly at james@getgoodhuman.com To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Mavens Team meets up with Former Commander, U.S. Navy SEAL Eric Oehlerich, the co-founder of Lobo Institute. Dedicating his life to serving and protecting the United States, Oehlerich has played a key role in many confidential operations across Kenya, Yemen and other countries. Founding Lobo Institute with fellow co-founder Michael Patrick Mulroy, the pair has focused their project on curating a variety of experienced minds in the field of war, coming together to help solve major crises around the world, with a particular emphasis on ending child soldiering. With the Mavens, Oehlerich discusses his background, Lobo Institute’s current efforts and how they're bringing former child soldiers back into society, the wide variety of locations where they face these problems and the importance Mothers have in helping these poor children. “A lot of times the male figure is gone, but the Mothers are the ones reinforcing either the messages of extremism or the mothers are the ones trying to find ways to get the kids education of some sort” Oehlerich explains Tune in to Global Crisis Watch on Media Mavens Podcast on June 9th as we speak with both Eric Oehlerich and Mick Mulroy how people around the world are working to save child soldiers!
Join us for an extra special finale panel to our "Revolutionalizing the Future of Space Tourism" series! Sitting down with all of our exciting guests who came throughout the series, the Mavens team sits down with what Sarah Miller (our host and the original Media Maven) refers to as the "Guardians of the Galaxy" to discuss the standards for being approved with the missions which these companies embark on, many of there new and exciting projects and the importance of these groups working together to create cohesive success! “It really is a team effort on the ground between all of you guys, and respective other agencies that I know are out there, to start these missions,” Miller said. Tune in for this special installment!
In the penultimate episode of our special series, the Media Mavens talk with expert Henrik Jacobsen, the Chairman for the Emergency Asteroid Defense Project. Working to protect the planet, Jacobsen saw a need for this project at a young age, where while crowdfunding, was asked about the possibility of crowdfunding for asteroid defense. Researching methods to destroy or deflect these floating rocks, Jacobsen is not only focused on finding a reliable method for stopping them, but also a way to track these asteroids before they come. With the Mavens team, Jacobsen discusses potential defense methods, the problems an asteroid impact could cause when hitting a major city, the greater control humans have at combatting this than other disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis, and what Jacobsen hopes for the perfect method to consist of. “What we want is to blow it up in the most efficient manner with a vehicle designed to blow into it as deep into it as possible” Jacobsen elaborated Tune in this week to learn about “The Next Frontier of Asteroid Defense and Making the World a Safer Place” and get a glimpse into humanity's newest form of defense!
In this episode, the Media Mavens team sits down to talk with Angelo Vermeulen, the Space Systems Researcher & Biologist at Delft University. Originally dedicating his work as a biologist, Vermeulen has currently two main focuses: working with biological information to embed into engineering programs, or as he says “build systems that evolve over time,” and bringing ecology into space for greater development and research of the endless void. “If we want to go into deep space for a much longer time than the kind of missions as we’re doing now, we’ll need ecology to sustain us,” Vermeulen said. With the Mavens team, Vermeulen talks about bringing different life forms into space, the limitations of an environment [space] with limited oxygen, and the infinite variables Vermeulen and his team have to consider on missions. Tune in this week to learn more about “Deconstructing Dominant Paradigms About the Future of Space Tourism” and the heroes working to bring us into the future!!
The Media Mavens team sits down with aerospace and defense executive Dan Lopez, the Chief Strategy Officer at Arkysis. Extremely ambitious, Lopez has been working tirelessly with Arkysis to help build the first all robotic space outpost. “What we’re trying to do is create a new form factor all together about how to get from the Earth to very far places from the Earth in a stabilized function, we’re building these modular space crafts if you will, that can assemble in space, build essentially itself, and aggregate much like Legos in space.” Lopez discussed. With the Mavens team, Lopez talks about creating a “space-to-space economy,” the population's growing interest in space travel, along with endless possibilities of the future in space! Tune in this week to learn how Arkysis is “Building the Future of Space Expansion” and why life in space is closer than we realize!
On this installment of our special series, the Media Mavens meet up Christopher M. Mick, the Nasa Solar System Ambassador. Holding a lifelong love for space travel and unraveling the many mysteries of space, Christopher M. Mick’s interest dates all the way back to his own childhood from experiences like space camp and winning science fair competitions. One of Mick’s current projects involves NASA’s delve into exploration projects, including the Perseverance rover, a car-sized Mars rover designed to help bring the next step of space travel. With the Mavens team, Mick discusses the Perseverance’s features, growing accessibility to space travel, and the work of getting the younger generation interested in this vital part of humanity’s future. “The robotic missions are great, but I think they get much more interested when there’s astronauts involved, and there's people they can talk to…that really connects to the kids,” Mick explained. Tune in this week to learn about “Life Beyond the Solar System” and how NASA is helping us reach the future!
GLOBAL NEWS WATCH: Michael Patrick Mulroy, National Security and Defense Analyst for ABC sits down with Media Mavens Host, Sarah Miller and Co-host Joe Pyritz on the monthly GCW segment to discuss the current events unfolding in the Middle East. Leaving no stone unturned, Mulroy discusses all things Middle-Eastern warfare, including the root of the current Israeli-Palestinian conflict on both sides, dealing with Hamas and their increasing power and the U.S.’s efforts to help with the conflict. “If you remove six Palestinian families, and it gets replaced by non-Palestinians, that could shift the power dynamics when it comes to the potential future control of Eastern Jerusalem,” Mulroy stated. Tune in to GNW’s live segment on what’s going on “Behind the Walls: Inside the Middle East Conflict.” To reach Michael Mulroy or Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & Host of Media Mavens Podcast and Global News Watch, please contact smiller@axis-entertainment.com.
To kick off our “Revolutionizing the Future of Space Tourism” series, the Media Mavens meet up with investor and venture capitalist Raphael Roettgen, the Founder of E2MC Ventures. Keeping himself more than busy, Roettgen has held senior roles in investment banks, written books, currently his own space podcast, and has been using E2MC (Earth 2 Mars Capital) to help invest and give strategic advice to a variety of up and coming space companies. Even without a background in space prior to E2MC, Roettgen has more than made up for it in dedication. “I’m not originally a space engineer, but I can tell you I’ve put significantly more than 10,000 hours or so of reading and studying…to learn about space” Roettgen elaborated. With the Mavens team, Roettgen discusses some of E2MC’s current projects, their focus on a good team aspect, how the prevalence of space technology will continue to evolve and the criteria for how E2MC selects its collaborators. Tune in this week to learn about “The Final Frontier in Space Commerce” and how E2MC is helping lead the charge in space technology!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with storyteller Guy Gadney the CEO of CHARISMA.AI. Working endlessly to help change the very world of storytelling, Gadney’s company, CHARISMA.AI focus on using Artificial Intelligence in order to create interactive stories/adventures, last year creating an interactive Alice in Wonderland story along with working on Sky series “Bulletproof,” (which they helped save from cancellation) which are just some of their many groundbreaking examples of storytelling. “It’s a bit like a Zoom call or something, where you are talking to the characters of the show using your voice, they talk back with their voice, and that changes the storyline,” Gadney described the experience of “Bulletproof.” With the Mavens team, Gadney delves into his latest projects, the process of how to write an interactive story, their recent expansion into comic books and the advances of technology that make these experiences possible. Tune in this week to learn about “How Artificial Intelligence is changing the narrative in how we change with entertainment” and why interactive storytelling may be your next major form of entertainment! You can reach Guy Gadney at guy@charisma.ai To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Mavens team sits down to talk with Josh Simons. The Co-founder of Vampr. Co-founding the company in 2016, Vampr is a social/professional platform for artists to create, publish, and monetize their projects for all to hear. Acting as a hub for up and coming artists, Simmons is working with YouTube and Soundcloud, while trying to replace the services competitors like CD Baby and Songtradr. “In that respect we are competing with them. We offer distribution, we offer publishing…. the core business is the connecting and collaborating part, that’s always been our baby” Simmons explained. With the Mavens, Simmons discusses Vampr’s variety of services, the disparity between major labels, the importance of scaling, and finding the right people to work with. Tune in this week to learn how Vampr is “Making Music Happen with the Power of Social” and how the next generation of music can find their way into the music industry!
You can reach Josh Simmons directly at josh@vampr.me To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Media Mavens team meets up with Georgia Homsany, the Founder and CEO of Daily Dose Wellness. A self-proclaimed “Jersey girl at heart,” Homsany spent years in the beverage industry before forming Daily Dose Wellness last April. Due to the pandemic, Daily Dose Wellness is a wellness organization, made for going into other companies and teaching yoga classes, cooking demonstrations and nutrition advice etc. “As the progression of the pandemic seemed never ending…. I pivoted to be more virtual so no we/re able to offer our services virtually.” With 7 out of their 9 services suitable for an online platform, the need for sticking to the screen actually benefited Homsany and her company, as they could now expand their reach without the need for transportation to different companies. With the Mavens Team, Homsany discusses how her group differentiates from other wellness organizations through integrating themselves into a company’s culture, providing a way to relax workers and help them stay mentally positive and hence maintain peak performance, along with a short history of corporate wellness. Listen in to learn more about “Healthier Living for the New Year” and the future of corporate wellness!To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Media Mavens team sit down to talk with gambling mogul Stephen A. Crystal, the Founder of SCCG Management. Founding SCCG back in the early ‘90s, Crystal has worked to make the world of gambling more accessible than ever. Crystal’s first foray into the world of gambling was through his expertise in land use permits, which he used to help instill riverboat casinos in Missouri, one of the first examples of legalized gambling outside of Lasa Vegas and Atlantic City. Now, in a world where gambling is more digital than ever, Crystal’s world has opened up exponentially, and he sees no signs of slowing down. “Within the next 2 or 3 years, you’ll have close to 30 states with some form of legalized sports wagering and/or online casino.” With the Mavens Team, Crystal discusses the emergence of numerous sports betting apps, the still huge prevalence of illegal gambling (60% of thre gambling population estimated by Crystal) and how companies can bring in new technology to protect their customers. Listen in to learn about “Rolling the Dice & Innovating the Gambling Industry” and the future of gambling! You can reach Stephen A. Crystal at Stephen.Crystal@betfred.com To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Media Mavens team sit down to talk all things consumerism with branding specialist Karl Vontz, a senior-level marketing professional. A lifetime in brand integration, Vontz has worked on the Billboard Awards, The Clio Awards and served as the VP of Brand Experience at Magnite (formerly Rubicon Project). More currently, Vontz is focused on helping brands attract their consumers through a variety of interesting methods. With the Mavens Team, Vontz discusses his work history, how the pandemic has affected branding, and in Sarah’s words, examples of how “to keep your brand alive the consumer market without an event.” Most interestingly, the group discusses how the world will return to normal, and how Vontz expects the “new normal.” “When we get to the point that we are moving about again…I think we will take the best of the virtual world, but the part we are desperately waiting to get back to face to face” Vontz explained. Tune in to learn about “What Consumers Want: The Cost of Brandy Loyalty” and the future of brand integration! You can reach Karl Vontz directly at karl.vontz@gmail.com. To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Media Mavens team sit down to talk all things cinema with Jason Fiber, the Chief Operating Officer at THX. Overseeing strategy, budgets and technical development, Fiber is fully behind the company’s goal of producing the best media consumption experience for the viewer by improving quality in the most minuscule details, such as spatial audio and a headphone amplifier. With the Mavens Team, Fiber discusses the history of THX, current projects he is working on, his background and how every success in his industry requires a variety of working parts for proper efficiency. “If you have a well-built piece of hardware connected to a well mastered or well created piece of content or the software, then you have the full ecosystem” Fiber explained. You can reach Jason Fiber directly at fiber@thx.com. To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or reach her at smiller@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Media Mavens team sit down to talk all things A.I. and human experience with politician and transhumanist advocate, Zoltan Istvan. Running President in 2016 and 2020, Istvan started the transhumanist party with the goal of not winning, but introducing both major political parties to transhumanism in order to help find a leader who is guided by science, not emotion. Advocating for transhumanism for much of his life, Istvan’s primary goal is helping to advance the human population so we can be at peak performance. “Transhumanism is an international social movement now, [followed by] many millions of people around the world that want to use science and technology to radically modify the human experience and also to modify the human being in itself.” Istvan said.
With the Mavens Team, Contreras discusses different transhumanist technologies/ideas, examples of how artificial intelligence can help us, and reasons why A.I. may even become a necessity in the near future. Tune in to learn how individuals around the world are “Spearheading the Transhumanist Movement” and how humans may advance in the near future! You can reach Zoltan Istvan on Lined In at linkedin.com/in/zoltan-istvan-78aa2964 To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com or podcasts@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Media Mavens team meets up with fashion historian and documentarian Antonio Contreras to talk all things couture. After becoming the subject of an award-winning film in 2013, Contreras decided to blend film with his love of fashion, and hasn’t looked back since. “I had no idea what making film was about, I had no idea I just knew that I liked fashion,” Contreras said. With the Mavens Team, Contreras discusses how a model impacts fashion, the importance of Jean Paul Gaultier his current film projects and the complexities of fashion history. Tune in to learn about “The Intersection of Art & Fashion” and the secrets of the fashion industry!
You can reach Antonio at antoniocontr@gmail.com.
To reach Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment, please go to www.axis-entertainment.com or podcasrts@axis-entertainment.com
This week, the Media Mavens team meets up to talk all things tea and health with Anthony Capobianco, the CEO and Founder of Zen Tea Traders. Over a decade working in the tea industry, Capobianco has dedicated his career to helping different businesses find wellness and become “zenned out” in order to stay on track on the job through small breaks of wellness. “I’m not asking for an entire day, how about asking two minutes, so I created something that allows people to stop and zenned out for a second and then get back to work and do what you have to do.” Capobianco said. With his company, Zen Tea Traders, Capobianco works with farmers in order to help source their teas, acting as a middle man helping farmers to find a target demographic. With the Mavens Team, Capobianco discusses the various facets of the tea industry, why tea is superior to coffee and how to incorporate meditation and tea just to name a few things. Tune in to learn the journey “The Art of Tea: Health & Sustainability” and the secrets of the tea industry! You can reach Anthony directly at Zen Tea Traders To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com
On this episode of Media Mavens Podcast, the Mavens team meets up to talk all things food and culinary arts with Chef Aaron Miller. With a career that spans five decades, Miller began his career in the late 1980s where he would cook for presidents including George Bush and Ronald Reagan at legendary restaurant Arizona Biltmore. No stranger to quality craftsmanship, Miller would work side by side with household names like Chef Jacques Pepin, Chef Jeffrey Beeson and Chef George Mahaffey. primarily focused on the western and southwestern cooking styles if his home state, Arizona, Miller has been a true team player. embracing every side of the kitchen, but making original meals will always be his favorite part. “While I was in school, I was a busser, I was a staff member, front of the house at the Arizona Biltmore. I enjoyed it, but I liked the technical aspect of cooking, I like working with your hands, I like development and creativity aspects.” Miller said. With the Mavens Team, Miller discusses the cutthroat world of restaurant service, finding sustainable foods and how his restaurant in Telluride is always looking to make something new for customers to experience. Tune in to learn the journey “From Michelin Star to Executive Chef in Telluride” and everything that goes in to crafting your favorite dishes.You can reach Aaron directly at the Mountain Lodge in Telluride at www.mountainlodgetelluride.com To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO, Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com
This time around, the Mavens sit down to talk with media visionary and producer Daniel Tibbets, the CEO for From the Stairs Media, LLC. Over two decades into his career, Tibbets has held a variety of major positions in the entertainment industry, including Vice President of Production at Fox, Executive Vice President at GoTV Networks and Chief Content Officer at Machinima. Through this tenure, Tibbets was responsible for developing and selling the critically acclaimed series Rome and writing on the mini-series “Signs and Wonders.” Further, Tibbets is also credited as the creator of the moibsode, a typically 1-3 minute episode of television made specifically for mobile viewing. With the Mavens, Tibbets talks about the process to get “Rome” greenlit, his process of picking new projects, and the history of how and why mobisodes came to be. “To keep the buffering at a minimum, and get some content, the most we could do was a file size that was 684 kilobytes, and that was one minute of video content compressed” Tibbets said. Tune in this week to learn “The Power of Story Telling” and what it takes to be among the most creative minds in Hollywood! You can reach Daniel Tibbets directly on Linkedin
To reach Sarah Miller, Media Mavens Podcast Host & CEO Axis Entertainment, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com
The Mavens team meets up to talk with A.I., VR and AR specialist Phil Ashcroft, the founder and Chief Creative Officer at RTSTRY. Starting his career working with the BBC over a decade ago, Ashcroft has worked on shows like “Dancing with the Stars” and played a key role in the development of “Top Gear,” even serving as a board member at BAFTA. Since coming to the United States, Ashcroft has worked on major movies/series like “The revenant,” “True Detective,” and “Mr. Robot.” Since its inception in 2015, Ashcroft has been headlining his company RTSTRY, focused on producing virtual and augmented reality and bringing it to the forefront of modern technology, as he believes they will be the next disruptive technologies. With the Mavens, Ashcroft discusses his work with companies like BBC, the ever-growing competition of the entertainment industry (especially in the streaming era) and the dramatically dropping price-and henceforth increased accessibility-point of the technology needed to produce quality content. “A lot of these tools have-if not free-sell very affordable versions of themselves and it’s opened up the doors to creativity again, which is fantastic,” Ashcroft said. Tune in to hear the Mavens team andAshcroft talk about “Disrupting Technologies: The Future of A.I., AR & VR” and how VR, AR and A.I. may find it way into your home sooner than later! You can reach Phil Ashcroft directly on Linkedin. To reach Media Mavens Podcast Host, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com
The Media Mavens sit down to talk with newscaster Jeffrey Hayzlett, the CEO of the C-Suite Network. An award-winning author and former Fortune 100 CMO, Hayzlett is perhaps known for his show “The C-Suite” on Bloomberg, which became the most popular business show on cable. Realizing that his fans extended beyond TV and onto the internet, Hayzlett creating “C-Suite TV” and eventually “The C-Suite Network,” the latter acting as a membership network to connect various business people through events etc. now spanning over 350,000 members. Comparing the network to a sequoia tree, Hayzlett explains how “the C-Suite Network” has tools for anyone working in the business sector. “Underneath the sequoia tree is this huge canopy with this great ecosystem that has a community, has media content, has event as going on…” Hayzlett said. With the Mavens, Hayzlett explains the various facets (including hundreds of podcast) that inhabit his network, providing authenticity when broadcasting one’s self, keeping out advertisements, and how broadcasting/podcasting on these networks can still make money even if one does not become “the next Joe Rogan.” Tune in to learn about “Making Money with the Power of Broadcast” and why podcasting may be your next career choice. To reach Media Mavens Podcast Host, you can get more information at www.axis-entertainment.com
The Media Mavens meet with fitness revolutionary Angela Davies, a consultant for Fitness Projects. Working with numerous teams across the health industry, Davies has been responsible for bringing numerous projects to life. These days, Davies primary role involves what she refers to as addressing “group activation.” This revolves around helping facilitate group projects and workouts which encourage teamwork through different brands. With the Mavens, Davies discusses her current plans for innovating TheFitExpo through unprecedented accessibility, staying fit in the middle of the pandemic, the importance of community’s role in fitness, and some fascinating upcoming projects. “We had a group from the east coast called drum latte, and it’s not a coffee drink, you use drumsticks, and it was a really fun way to put workouts together.” Tune in to lean about “The Power of Change in Health & Fitness” and why fitness is more important than ever!
This week, the Media Mavens link up with Jen Whelan, the Vice President and Head of B2B Marketing at Verizon Media. With over 20 years under her belt, Whelan explains how Verizon Media is key for helping delivering content to users, and with this comes a barrage of companies looking to deliver their own content as well. “Advertisers want to be a part of that, if I’m having a great experience with sports, all of those advertisers…. They want to partner in that experience so that their brand gets part of that goodness, so we connect advertisers to people…” Whelan said. With the Mavens, Whelan discusses various examples of how Verizon Media acts as the bridge between customers and brand, such as the purchasing of Yahoo properties, how customer service has positively adapted/innovated to work fluidly during the pandemic as well as how they helped keep the troops entertained in a world of social-distancing. Tune in to find out how Verizon Media is “Staying Connected in a Wireless World” and Verizon’s latest in-progress advancements!
The Mavens team sits down to talk with author Dr. Reed Noss, the Chief Scientist at Conservation Science. Receiving his Ph.D. in wildlife ecology and conservation, Noss has recently published with his fellow authors, revealing that we have lost approximately 65 plant species in North America (primarily in the United States in Canada) since European settlement. Now, Noss is busy focused on his latest book project, which discusses the decline of endangered ecosystems in North America and how humans can help combat this problem. “It’s not just lamenting this terrible loss of ecosystem, it’s figuring out how we can reverse that” Noss said With the Mavens, Noss discusses the goals and detail of his next book, the various hidden creatures of the planet, the moral dilemma of killing exotic wildlife for “bragging rights”, other potential problems of eating inordinary anaimals to the human diet and how Noss would advise President Biden to deal with our nations conservation problems. Tune in this episode to learn the importance of “Conservating a Better World Through Better Climate Change & Ecosystems” and what goes on the behind the scenes of helping protect our planet’s ecosystem!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with marketing/business development executive Chia-Lin Simmons, the CEO/Co-Founder LookyLoo. A longtime of friend the original Media Maven herself, Sarah Miller, Simmons has worked across numerous mediums throughout of her career, holding positions in companies like CNET, AOL LLC and serving as the Head of Global Partner Marketing at Google Play. Most recently, she has been focused on LookyLoo’s main project: an A.I. named Lucy which serves as a personalized stylist, purposed to navigate the data of individuals to help them to find their best outfits for all occasions and seasons. “For something as subjective as ‘what looks good’, it’s actually a much more complex question than we could ever think of” Lin-Simmons said, explaining how the A.I. can base “what looks good” off context, age, body shape, size and conscious/unconscious biases. With the Mavens team, Lin-Simmons discusses the specifics of what makes Lucy tick, the various features that it provides to users-such as a personalized daily five recommendation-and teaches about the “90-day fashion cycle.” Tune in to discover “The Convergence of Fashion & Tech” and the fascinating secrets behind the fashion industry!
The Mavens team talks with the award-winning Rene Amador, an AR/XR Tech Evangelist. Winner of the “Best AR Experience” at CES DreamlandXR 2020, Amador has spent nearly two decades producing content, directing hundreds of pilots and commercials. Now, Amador is running his Co-Founded group ARwall, a technology company helping various brands immerse their products in the world of AR/XR/VR. “There’s nothing right now for interactive AR/XR experiences. We’re seeing an opportunity to build out that type of system and platform for other developers to create this type of content.” With the Mavens team, Amador discusses his recent work on the HBO-series “Watchmen,” the growing popularity of green-screen technology with Zoom, and Media Mavens Podcast Host Sarah Miller’s favorite project of Amador’s, an AR gaming experience at M&Ms world. Tune in to learn more about “The Cutting Edge of Consumer Experiences with AR/VR” and how AR experiences may find their way into your daily life!
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Director & Model Tawny Kitaen. Acting as a modern pioneer in her field, Kitaen was one of the first Victoria’s Secret Models at the start of her career. Despite being held back by her height early on, she eventually surpassed her fellow models and became an actress, appearing alongside Tom Hanks in “Bachelor Party,” and featuring in numerous Whitesnake music videos across the 1980s. With the Mavens team, Kitaen discusses meeting with Quentin Tarantino and other celebrities, naturally gaining an influence on social media, the presence of politics on social media and using a voice recorder for her new book. “I can’t even be bothered to go onto the computer and to type everything out, I’ve got so much to say it’s hard to shut me up” Kitaen joked. Tune in to learn “The ‘Sorry, Not Sorry’ Version of Entertainment & Politics” and learn about the lives of your favorite model!
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Joe Pyritz Sports Caster & Public Affairs talk all things Math , Science and that the next year has in store for us with Susan Miller, CEO. & Founder, Astrology Zone
How Math & Science Play a Critical Role in Astrology
NASA's Knowledge of Predicting Planetary Movement
How 2020 Came About
Whats in Store for us in 2021
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Michelle Koshman, CCO , AMB talk all things Music Innovation and Entertainment with John Petrocelli CEO, Bulldog DM
Innovating Music Across Platforms
Entertaining the Masses with Music
The intersection of Music and Technology
Embracing the Artists From a Distance Through a Pandemic
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs and Sports Caster talk about gaming and innovation with Chris Petrovic, Former Head of Corporate Strategy, M&A and Business Development, Zynga and Mobile Pioneer.
Next Level Gaming
Start Top Success
Tech M&A's
How to Build a Multi - Million Dollar Company in Gaming and Tech
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs and Sports Caster go courtside Peter Feigin, President Milwaukee Bucks & Fiserv Forum
Half Court Shots in the NBA
Winning as a Team
Surviving the Bubble
Fan Loyalty in the World of Basketball
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs and Sports Caster talk with Chris Mann, "The Official" Chief Operating Officer of Subnation about innovation and esports.
Next Level Gaming
The Evolution of Sports & Gaming
Competing for the esports Market
Brand Loyalty in the World of Gaming
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs and Sports Caster talk with Carl Francis, Head of Communications for the NFL Players Association today about all things football, communities and NFL:
The Importance of NFL Players Association
Whats next for NFL in 2021
Keeping the players healthy on and of the field
NFLAP Giving back to the communities and fans.
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Michelle Koshman spend time talking about Branded Entertainment, Content and Fashion with Stephen Croncota, Chief Marketing Officer, Versace, Escada, Warner Bros, Sony Pictures from Italy!
The transition from Highway to Runway
All things Fashion and Versace
Global Staying Power
The Italian Way of Life in Fashion & Entertainment
Doing Good in the World
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Michelle Koshman talk all things Innovation and Entertainment with Jeremy Toeman, Chief Product Officer/ Innovation Labs, Warner Media.
The intersection of Technology & Entertainment
Cool Shit Being Created in the Innovation Labs
Embracing New Mediums in Entertainment
Story Telling with Tech
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs and Sports Caster talk with Scott Holmes, President of IMMORDL today about Healthy Living and Immunity :
The Importance of Immunity through Covid
The C's, B's and D's of Staying Healthy
Staying Healthy & Happy
Doing Good in the World Through Giving with Vitamin Angels
Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment and Host, Media Mavens Podcast and Co-host, Michelle Koshman talk with Allison Dollar, CEO , Interactive Television Alliance about the Future Shifts of Television and Technology.
Media Mavens spent the time with Allison talking about:
Content Distribution
Future of Television
Market Shifts in Entertainment
Media Mavens Podcast is Talking Trends, Topics and Tribulations on all Things, Tech, Entertainment & Lifestyle
This week, the Media Mavens meet up with global explorer and food archeologist John Robert Sutton, an Explorer at Sutton Selects. Dedicating a career to all things food, Sutton has traveled the world looking for the best environments for specific produce, as well as searching for the most sustainable forms of these foods. As Sutton explains, “When you look at a product like an avocado, you want to purchase that as close to its natural environment as possible.” Through finding the best areas to grow certain crops, Sutton is working to make a better, healthier (and tastier) world. With the Mavens, Sutton discussed some of the biggest discoveries in his career, encountering different cultures, working with companies like Trader Joe’s and explaining how proper early-on testing can help create a healthy lifelong nutrition plan tailored to an individual. Tune in to learn about “Global Foods for Mind, Body, and Soul” and learn about different health/nutrition practices around the world!
Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment and Host, Media Mavens Podcast and Co-Host, Michelle Koshman , AMB Publicity talk all things Modern Luxury in Today's Market: Movers & Shakers in a New World with Christopher Gialanella, Group Publisher; Angeleno, LA Confidential and Riviera Orange County Magazines
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment/ Media Excellence Awards and her Co-host, Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs & Sportscaster spend some time catching up and finding humor in this new Covid era we call life with the very funny Ron G. Comedian, Emmy Award Winning Comedian, Actor and Founder of Blockhead Entertainment about:
The Importance of Laughter in Quarantine
What Constitutes "Funny" these Days
Equality & Diversification
The Comedians Approach to Life & Laughter
Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment & CEO Media Excellence Awards and Co-Host, Joe Pyrtiz, Public Affairs and Sportscaster talk all things Innovation and Leadership On & Off the Courts with Scott O'Neil, CEO of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (Philadelphia 76’ers & New Jersey Devils) about:
How to Bounce Back on the Courts After Covid
Executive Strength & Leadership
Philadelphia Sixers Season
Team Work
Diversity & Equality in Sports
In today's episode, Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment/ Media Excellence Awards and Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs & Sportscaster interviews Scott Kirtley, Chief Intelligence Officer for Homeland Security & Counter Intelligence U.S. Army, about :
Different Ranks of Officers and Chiefs
A Warrant Officer
Homeland Security
Counter Intelligence
Advisor to Columbian Military
Narcotics Market and Drug Cartels
Effects of COVID in Narcotics Trade World Wide
Narcos in Darkweb
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Sarah Miller, CEO of Axis Entertainment and Host of Media Mavens Podcast and Co-host, Joe Pyritz, Sportscaster and Public Affairs talk about The Ethics of Security in a Cyber-Driven World with Raphael Echemendia, World-Renowned Cyber Security Expert & Internationally Known Ethical Hacker.
In today's episode, Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment/ Media Excellence Awards and Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs & Sportscaster interviews Robert A Tercek, CEO and Co-Founder Direct Education Worldwide Inc. "Digital Pioneer", about :
The origin story of COVID SMART, a partnership with APIC
How to best return to work after working from home
The best workplace training program for returning to work during COVID-19 www.gotoworksmart.com
What's up next for Direct Education Worldwide. Inc.
Impact to the University Education Model due to COVID-19
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In today's episode, Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment/ Media Excellence Awards and Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs & Sportscaster interview Ralph Simon, CEO Mobilium Global, about :
Searching for music superstars across the globe
Efforts to provide internet connectivity to rural areas
Trends in video gaming industry
Trends in mobile phone industry
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In today's episode, Media Maven Host, Sarah Miller, CEO, Axis Entertainment/ Media Excellence Awards and Joe Pyritz, Public Affairs & Sportscaster interview Meredith Poppler, VP Communications & Leadership Engagement IHRSA, International Health Racquet & Sportsclub Association about the impact of COVID on gyms across the globe, including:
Cleanliness of gyms compared to other businesses
What is IHRSA and what they do to advocate for gyms
Lack of impact of PPP funds for small businesses
Impact of reaching out to local government to get gyms open
How at-home workouts have impacted the gyms
How politics factors into the opening / closing of gyms
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