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ACP: The Amazon Connect Podcast

CloudInteract - cloudinteract.io

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This is The Amazon Connect Podcast - the show that focuses on Amazon Connect and related technologies. Find out more about CloudInteract at cloudinteract.io. On ACP our experts meet once every 2 weeks to discuss the latest news and deep dive into topics such as CRM integration, AI, Scheduling & Forecasting, Training & Development and lots more. If you're a contact centre supervisor, a service owner, and IT Admin or an AWS Developer there's something for you here. Increase your knowledge and ...
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Your Call is Very Important to Us

Tom Brannen and Vic Cooper

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With all of the advancements in technology, why is customer service getting worse instead of better? That is the key question “Your Call is Very Important to Us” seeks to answer. Please subscribe to the podcast on the platform of your choice. You can also visit our YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@yourcallis. Do you have a customer service fail you'd like to share? Would you be interested in sponsoring an episode? Want to just reach out and provide some feedback? Feel free to dro ...
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Late Scratches

Bill Gibson

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A New Brunswick based podcast featuring stories from local sports. Our goal is to share sports stories that otherwise may not be told and to promote local athletes, events, teams, leagues and sports initiatives. We are open to topic ideas and have the ability to have podcast guests local or by phone. We will undoubtedly talk a lot of basketball.
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Join host Scott Sinclair for The Grow, a weekly deep dive into the financial future of the cannabis industry. Tailored for senior management, owners, and entrepreneurs, we spotlight earnings, financing, and restructuring with a clear message: there are capital solutions to drive success. Scott breaks down the latest trends and opportunities, offering a positive path forward for businesses navigating this evolving market. With occasional high-caliber guests, The Grow delivers sharp, actionabl ...
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Advice from a Call Center Geek is a weekly podcast with a focus on all things call center and contact center. Tom Laird, CEO of 600+ seat award-winning BPO, Expivia Interaction Marketing and Ai auto QA startup OttoQa, ICMI Top 25 Contact Center thought leader discusses topics such as call center operations, hiring, culture, technology, and training while having fun doing it!
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Always On CX:EX

Voca by AudioCodes

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Welcome to Always On CX:EX, the podcast designed specifically for Contact Center and IT leaders like you. We know that your role is pivotal in ensuring seamless support for both your contact center reps and your valued customers, all while managing the intricate web of technology that keeps everything running smoothly. In each episode, we dive deep into strategies and insights aimed at helping you continuously elevate your customer experience, enhance your agent experience, and maintain the ...
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Welcome to Episode 5 of The Grow — the podcast where business fundamentals meet the cannabis industry. This week, host Scott Sinclair breaks down two strategic approaches cannabis companies are using to pause, reset, and prepare for future success. If your current path isn’t working, maybe it’s time to shake the box. In this episode: - 420 Vibes (j…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Advice from a Call Center Geek podcast, we unveil our highly anticipated 2025 Geek Gauge CCaaS Rankings. We break down the comprehensive analysis of the top 19 Contact Center as a Service platforms, showing which vendors truly lead the pack in 2025. Using a groundbreaking approach that combines ChatGPT's analyt…
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Episode: 00265 Released on May 5, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason sits down with Ashley Wells, a seasoned analyst from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office with over a decade of experience. Ashley shares her unique entry into the field, including how she helped rebuild an entire crime analysis unit from the …
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Episode: 00264 Released on April 28, 2025 Description: In this powerful episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason welcomes back David Cariens, retired CIA analyst, author, and longtime advocate for truth and accountability after mass shootings. David discusses his new book, Outrageous: Investigating Mass Shootings, which draws from his deeply…
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Episode: 00263 Released on April 21, 2025 Description: In the fourth episode of the "Did You Know?" series, Mike Winslow explores how analysts can build their reputation and become a go-to resource in their departments. From breaking out of your shell to forming key relationships, Mike shares practical advice for marketing yourself internally, whet…
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Welcome back to The Grow with Scott Sinclair. In Episode 4, we dive into why stock price and intrinsic value are often disconnected—especially in the cannabis sector. • We break down Tilray’s Q3 results and highlight what analysts missed, including margin improvements and debt reduction. • We cover Israel’s proposed 165% tariffs on Canadian cannabi…
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Episode: 00262 Released on April 14, 2025 Description: In the third episode of the Research Remix series, Jason and Jamie welcome Dr. Nusret Sahin to discuss the EPJETS project—Enhancing Procedural Justness of Encounters Through Substantiation. Dr. Sahin shares how his team used procedural justice, randomized control trials, and body-worn camera ac…
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BNB U-17 coach Bram Russell joins Bill Gibson and Brad Janes in the downtown Marysville studio. The group discuss this summer's nationals in Newfoundland, the recently completed USports nationals in BC and at what age athletes should specialize. The trio also recaps the local sporting scene which is quiet on the game front but still has lots happen…
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Welcome to Episode 3 of The Grow: A Weekly Review of the Cannabis Business. This week, we walk through the fundamentals — and surprising benefits — of bankruptcy and restructuring, especially in the cannabis sector. You’ll learn how strategic insolvency can: • Stay aggressive creditors • Pause litigation and lawsuits • Break fixed contracts, includ…
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Episode: 00261 Released on April 7, 2025 Description: In this week’s episode of Analysts Talk with Jason Elder, we continue the deep dive segment Real Crime All The Time as Nikki North discusses the “Big Brother” perception surrounding real-time crime centers. They discuss how transparency, community outreach, and smart public relations can reduce …
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Send us a text In 2025, outsourcing isn’t just about price, it’s about AI, partnership, tech, and long-term CX strategy. In this episode, Tom Laird breaks down exactly what to look for in a modern contact center outsourcing partner and how to build an RFP that separates real CX tech players from the fluff. From AI expectations and data transparency…
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Episode: 00260 Released on March 31, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason reconnects with returning guest Dawn Reeby to tackle a topic every law enforcement analyst will face sooner or later: handling disagreements in the office. From clashing personalities to miscommunications, Dawn shares practical strategies …
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In this special episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason returns from the 2025 Carolina Crime Analysis Association (CCAA) Conference, where he served as keynote speaker. Jason shares his behind-the-scenes reflections on the experience, offers a summary of his keynote address, and introduces a unique “wrap-up rap” collaboration that closed ou…
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In this episode of Always on CXCX, host Josh Chronister talks with Keith Honaker, voice engineer and lead contact center architect at the University of Central Florida (UCF). They explore how Keith’s team manages large-scale contact centers across multiple departments, the transition to new communication technologies like Microsoft Teams, and strat…
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Brad Janes joins Bill Gibson in the downtown Marysville studio to recap local sports including local teams and athletes at National university hockey championships, the Splash Sisters at USports Nationals and the CCAA women's basketball Nationals held here in Fredericton. Bill explores the CBC Bearcats winning formula for applicability to other tea…
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Send us a text EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Are your post-call surveys actually providing meaningful insights, or just creating a dangerous illusion of customer understanding? In this eye-opening episode of Advice from a Call Center Geek, we tackle the uncomfortable truth about those NPS and CSAT metrics your executive team loves so much. The shocking real…
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Welcome to Episode 2 of The Grow: A Weekly Review of the Cannabis Business. This week review the multi country strategy of Somai Pharmaceuticals. • Diversify regulatory risk • Allocate capital and other resources to successful jurisdictions • Approach other jurisdictions organically, through M&A, Strategic Partnerships • Prioritize profit or growth…
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Episode: 00259 Released on March 24, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason sits down with Shanna Spagnuolo, an accomplished crime analyst with 16 years of experience in law enforcement analysis and two decades in the field overall. Shanna shares her unconventional entry into the profession—starting with a love fo…
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Join us for a special IALEIA update with guest Alexander Gulde, IALEIA’s Election Chair, as we break down the recent election results and discuss leadership transitions within the association. We dive into voter turnout, the importance of professional engagement, and the role of certification among board members. Plus, Alex shares his personal care…
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Welcome to The Grow: A Weekly Review of the Cannabis Business. This week, we review Cresco Labs Inc.'s 2024 earnings release: • Revenue: $724 million • Adjusted EBITDA: $200 million (up 15% YoY) • Understanding adjusted EBITDA • The growth factor in valuation multiples • Why profitability should be the priority • How to improve profits—starting wit…
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Episode: 00258 Released on March 17, 2025 Description: In this seventh installment of the Before You Leap series on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason and intelligence analyst Randy Stickley explore the crucial role of critical thinking, humility, and open-mindedness in law enforcement analysis. They discuss the complexities of multi-agency colla…
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In this episode of Always On CX:EX, host Josh Chronister interviews Brent Kelly, a principal analyst at Omdia, about the growing trend of MultiCaaS in the unified communications and contact center industry. Brent shares insights on the key drivers behind MultiCaaS solutions, market dynamics, pricing, and the future trends shaping this space. Best M…
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Welcome to The Grow. My name is Scott Sinclair, and this podcast is about the business of Cannabis, where we explore the hypothesis that: the industry has bottomed, there is a path to profitability, cash flow, shareholder value and liquidity and that the answer to success lies in business fundamentals and controlling the things that can be controll…
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In this episode of Always on CXCX, host Josh Chronister speaks with Peter Broeckx and Gidi Adlersberg about navigating the Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) market and making informed decisions when selecting a CCaaS solution. They dive into crucial factors like uptime, implementation strategies, unified communications (UC) and CC consolidation, …
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Send us a text Traditional contact center metrics like Average Handle Time and Customer Satisfaction scores have served the industry well for decades. But as AI transforms how we serve customers, through virtual agents, agent assistance tools, auto-quality assurance, and intelligent summarization, yesterday's KPIs are no longer enough. In this grou…
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Send us a text In this episode, Tom and Alex return refreshed and ready to dive into everything Amazon Connect. They provide a detailed update on the latest features and improvements in Amazon Connect from the past two months, including real-time dashboards, Lex bot integration, agent performance evaluations for email contacts, and outbound dialer …
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In this episode of Always On CX:EX, host Josh Chronister speaks with James Arnold-Roberts, CEO of VoiceFlex, about the evolving landscape of customer experience and contact center technology. James shares insights on VoiceFlex's shift from a telecom company to a tech company, the impact of Microsoft Teams, and how AI is reshaping the future of cust…
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Brad Janes joins Bill Gibson in the downtown Marysville studio to recap local sports. High school and university winter sports are winding down regular seasons and into playoffs and Fredericton area teams are in the thick of things. Get a quick recap and preview of hockey, basketball and volleyball including our take on possible playoff scenarios.…
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Send us a text Most QA programs score agents but don’t actually develop them—and that’s the problem. In this episode, we break down how to move beyond compliance-based QA and use real call insights to coach smarter, faster, and better. You’ll learn: ✅ Why high QA scores don’t always mean high performance ✅ How to shift from traditional QA to coachi…
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In this episode of Always On CX:EX, host Josh Chronister welcomes Jeff Ward, Client Director at AudioCodes, to discuss the transformative power of relationships in customer experience (CX). They explore how trust, employee engagement, and relationship-building lead to superior customer service and share actionable strategies for rebuilding trust wh…
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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Advice from a Call Center Geek, we dive deep into one of the most contested questions in customer service technology: Can artificial intelligence truly demonstrate empathy, and how do we meaningfully measure it? While tech companies tout their AI's emotional intelligence capabilities, we'll cut th…
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Send us a text Join Tom and Alex in this episode as they delve into the world of automation in contact centers, focusing on Amazon Connect. They discuss the importance and benefits of automation both within and outside the scope of AI. From traditional IVR systems and chatbots to newer advancements in agent productivity, self-service, workflow auto…
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Send us a text Tired of the AI hype cycle? In this straight-shooting episode, we're diving into what's actually happening with AI in customer experience operations right now. Not what vendors are promising, not what futurists are predicting, but the real deal from someone in the trenches. You'll discover what's genuinely working, what's still smoke…
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In this episode of Always On CX:EX, host Josh Chronister interviews John Wesselman, a contact center expert from AudioCodes, about the intricacies of designing and implementing effective call flows in contact centers. They explore the essential components, common mistakes, and best practices for creating seamless customer experiences. =============…
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Brad Janes and Bill Gibson gather in the downtown Marysville studio and conference in Fredericton Red Wings forward Ben De Jonge. Ben talks about his approach to staying positive, the nervousness of the upcoming MHL trade deadline and shares how a neighbor's fist fight changed his hockey trajectory. In the get to know the guest segment, Ben shares …
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In this episode of Your Call is Very Important to Us, hosts Tom Brannen and Vic Cooper tackle the concept of “enshittification,” a term popularized by author Cory Doctorow to describe the gradual decline in quality of products and services as companies prioritize profits over user experience. From the challenges of modern customer service to frustr…
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Send us a text Join us as we kick off the new year with a special episode of ACP featuring two expert guests from Cloud Interact. Eliza Taylor, Change Director, and Nick Seagrave, CTO, share their insights on the future of contact centers in 2025. The discussion dives into key themes such as change management, technological advancements, and the ev…
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Send us a text As we wrap up another year, it's time for our highly anticipated ACG 2025 Predictions Episode! In this special forecast, we'll dive deep into the future of technology and customer experience, sharing valuable insights from the entire Expivia team. What groundbreaking technologies will reshape the CX landscape? How will AI continue to…
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Send us a text Join us as we explore the screen recording feature of Amazon Connect in this deep dive episode. Hosts Tom and Alex discuss its origins, functionalities, and implications for call centers, including agent monitoring, compliance, and training. Learn about enabling the feature, its technical requirements, and potential use cases. Dive i…
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Send us a text (I apologize for the poor audio on this episode, we had a mic failure, but the content is awesome so I hope you still find value!) In this episode of the ACG podcast we explore the future of contact center outsourcing in 2025. We dive into what a modern BPO RFP should include, moving beyond buzzwords like 'white glove service' and 's…
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In this episode, hosts Tom Brannen and Vic Cooper are joined by Joe Forte from NICE, who leads the public sector division. They delve into the intricacies of customer experience (CX) within the public sector, exploring why customer service often falls short compared to the private sector. Joe shares insights from his extensive travels and interacti…
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Send us a text Join Tom and Alex as they delve into the latest announcements from AWS re:Invent 2024, focusing on Amazon Connect. This episode covers various new features, including collection of sensitive customer data, generative AI-powered self-service, WhatsApp business messaging integration, AI guardrails, external voice transfers, and Salesfo…
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FHS AAA boys basketball coach Mike King joins Bill Gibson, Brad Janes and Bill Hunt to talk high school and minor basketball. Mike looks forward to the Moncton Hoops Classic Tourney this weekend and the Rick Cotter Classic next weekend. Find out what level of basketball coach King finds most coachable. Coach King also gives insight on on the Late S…
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Send us a text The way contact centers approach Quality Assurance is undergoing a major transformation, and AI is at the heart of it. In this episode, we explore how advanced tools are enabling intent analysis, uncovering customer behavior patterns, and streamlining QA processes to deliver more meaningful insights. Learn how solutions like OttoQa a…
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Send us a text Join hosts Tom Morgan and Alex Baker for a special live episode of the Amazon Connect Podcast, recorded at the second independent user group meeting for Amazon Connect in London. This episode features detailed discussions on Amazon Connect technologies, user experiences, and innovations from industry leaders. Highlights include insig…
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Send us a text Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here, bringing the year's biggest sales rush! For contact centers, this is the Super Bowl of customer service, and preparation is everything. In this episode of ACG, we dive into updated best practices to help your team stay ahead, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and handle the holid…
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Brad Janes once again joins Bill Gibson (and Willy the Wonder Cat) in the downtown Marysville studio to catch up on Fredericton and area sports. Tips of the cap to STU for hosting men's soccer Nationals and for Miramichi (Chatham) on being named 2026 Senior Men's Baseball Nationals host. Brad and Bill discuss one of the greatest players in UNB Reds…
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Send us a text Join hosts Alex and Tom as they dive into the future of customer experience (CX) with Jonathan from Emite. Discover Emite's innovative platform that integrates data from various sources like Amazon Connect and CRM systems into a unified solution, providing self-service reporting, dashboards, and KPI tracking. Learn how AI and IoT are…
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Bill and Brad take the podcast mobile for a visit with ACAA Coach of the Year and STU Tommies Men's Soccer Head Coach JR Morrison. After winning ACAAs last weekend STU is hosting CCAA Nationals on the Grant-Harvey turf November 6th to 9th. Coach suggests it's time to give Grant-Harvey turf a name from the local soccer community and that we've been …
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