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Tickets to Travel

Mario Bauduin

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What exactly is a travel experience? A travel experience is more than just a destination. From the pulsating beats of a major music festival, to the adrenaline -fueled excitement of professional sports, to the legendary tours of music icons, these events are more than just spectacles. They are game changers affecting airfares, hotel room rates, restaurants, and growing local economies. Welcome to Tickets to Travel, the podcast that unlocks the stories, businesses, careers, and personalities ...
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K2 Sales Podcast

Karen Kelly

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Join Karen Kelly on the K2 sales podcast where she speaks with sales/marketing leaders, business owners and top performing sales professionals to break down what mindset, behaviours and actions are contributing to game changing results. This podcast will invite you to look at your own business, analyze what you could be doing differently with yourself, your team and your overall organization to drive game changing results. We provide tactical steps that can be applied immediately to your spe ...
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🎙THE NERVOUS SYSTEM OF SALES LEADERSHIP with BERNADETTE McCLELLAND The Sales Leader of Influence Show We don’t usually talk about it … but sales leadership is just as physiological as it is tactical. That tight-chested feeling before a forecast review? The slight freeze when the next level up pushes back in the boardroom? The moment you coach your …
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YOUR FORECAST ISN’T BROKEN. YOUR ROLE CLARITY IS with Bernadette McClelland 🎙 The Sales Leader of Influence Show Most sales leaders think missed numbers are about broken CRMs, sandbagging reps, or bad AI tools. But forecasting failures are symptoms. The real problem? Blurred accountability. In this live session of The Sales Leader of Influence Show…
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🎧 State Over Strategy: The Day Tony Robbins Said ‘You Got The Job!’ A live podcast drop + straight talk for sales leaders who feel the gap between performance and presence 🧭 About This Session: Let’s face it - sales leadership in 2025 is a different game. The targets are tighter. The teams are stretched. The pressure to perform and hold it all toge…
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We’re living in a Decision Crisis. Buyers are hesitating. Leaders are second-guessing. Salespeople are stuck in limbo. And here’s the truth: It’s not because people don’t have enough information, better pricing, or smarter strategies. It’s because the rules of influence have changed. In this live episode of The Sales Leader of Influence Show, Berna…
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G'day everyone! Join me on Wednesday @ 5:00 PM ET End-of-month pressure exposes everything. Some strategies leaders rely on, often without even realizing it, actually create scarcity. Others create abundance. One encourages their people to play small leading to lower results. The other expands both people and results. In this week’s episode of The …
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G'day everyone! You’re standing in a foyer. Three doors. Three futures. One decision. 🚪 Door 1 — Distraction: It feels like momentum… but leads nowhere. 🔁 Door 2 — Default: Where most leaders live. Same quiet frustration, dressed up as progress.. 🔥 Door 3 — Disruption: The door most avoid. Because it demands dropping a part of you. If you’ve been c…
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Good evening everyone! If you’re a sales leader with the capacity, authority, and budget to make change happen, yet your results are circling the same level, then the problem isn’t your talent or skillset. It’s your default. The same meetings. The same conversations. The same measures. And the same results. Join me for a LIVE conversation on: 👉 Why…
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Good evening everyone! Are you a high-performing sales leader… who secretly feels like it’s never enough? Welcome to the premiere of The Sales Leader of Influence Show - where we talk straight about what it really takes to lead with soul, spirit… and spine! In this first episode, we dive into ‘The Performer Trap’ - that exhausting loop of overachie…
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It’s the grand finale of Season One of Tickets to Travel Podcast, and we end with Fan Travel Stories! For Episode 52, we head to Las Vegas with Greenwich, CT mom and former TV personality Dorothy Cascerceri-Simone—known to many as Dorothy on TV. Dorothy shares how a group of moms pulled off a 48-hour escape to catch the Backstreet Boys opening nigh…
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Episode 51 – Beyond Burnout: Rewriting Success in Events, Travel, and Hospitality with Mike Messeroff The events, travel, and hospitality industries are built on curating joy for others—but what happens when the professionals behind the experiences run out of joy themselves? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Messeroff, a former JetBlue leader …
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Ep. 50 – Why OTAs Missed the Concert: The Untapped $10B Ticketing Opportunity with Eric Taraby For a decade, the travel and ticketing industries have circled each other without truly connecting. In this milestone 50th episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with ticketing technologist and consu…
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Ep. 49 – Fiji, Festivals & the Future of Travel with Steve Pirie-Nally What does it take to turn a trip into a life-changing experience? Steve Pirie-Nally has the answer. From staging Diplo’s unforgettable Antarctica performance to reimagining Gen Z spring breaks in Fiji, Steve has spent his career blending culture, entertainment, and purpose in wa…
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Ep. 48 – Expedia OGs Talk Online Travel Origins, Ticketing & Vegas Demand with Daniel Wathen What do Las Vegas call centers, hotel sort order manipulation, and Taylor Swift ticket chaos have in common? They’re all part of the wild evolution of travel and ticketing—seen through the eyes of industry veteran Daniel Wathen. In this episode, Daniel join…
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Ep. 47 – Ticketing Chaos Explained: Bots, Brokers & Bold Claims with Joel Schwartz What do Donald Trump, Kid Rock, and a 200% ticket guarantee have in common? They’re all part of the chaotic, misunderstood world of live event ticketing—and veteran ticket broker, founding member of the National Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB) and attorney, Joel…
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From concert-fueled economies to cybersecurity chaos and legal bombshells shaking the venue world—this July was anything but quiet. In this episode, we break down the biggest current events impacting travel, ticketing, and live experiences right now. Whether you're planning Q3 campaigns, pitching new partnerships, or just trying to stay ahead of wh…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel, Mario is joined by Ian Chen, CEO & co-founder of Discotech, the platform that lets users “save money, party smarter.” Ian shares the story behind Discotech’s rise from a frustrating Vegas club experience to becoming a powerhouse for nightlife, festivals, and travel experiences—now with over 1.9 million app down…
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Episode 44 – Travel Media Reinvented: Inside Lost In Travel’s Strategy with Jon Skogmo What happens when the mind behind viral sensations like Pizza Rat and FailArmy turns his attention to travel media? In this episode, we sit down with Jon Skogmo, founder of Lost In Travel and former CEO of viral media powerhouse Jukin Media, to explore how he’s s…
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Booked & Busy Abroad: SuaveSki’s Blueprint for Going Global What happens when your biggest fans aren’t in your backyard, but across the ocean? In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we sit down with SuaveSki — a rising independent hip-hop artist and touring entrepreneur — who’s turned his U.S.-based hustle into an…
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Ep. 42 - RevPar Problems, Real Talk: When Memes Meet Metrics with Calvin Tilokee How do revenue managers really think? What makes hotel rates spike during Taylor Swift concerts—or Bigfoot conventions? And why do memes about ADR hit harder than your star report? In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we sit down wi…
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Episode Title: Tickets for Good: How Humanitix Is Reinventing Ticketing with Purpose In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we sit down with Jessica Markowitz of Humanitix, the nonprofit ticketing platform that’s proving business can be a force for good. From her personal journey into mission-driven ticketing to Humanitix’s rise as a global disrupto…
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Episode 40 – Beyond the Logo: The Real ROI of Event Sponsorships with Faisal Shariff Guest: Faisal Shariff | Sponsorship Strategist and Consultant What do Spotify, FC Barcelona, Travis Scott, Qatar Airways, and spring break in Cancun have in common? They all demonstrate the power—and complexity—of strategic sponsorships when executed well. In this …
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Fan Travel Stories: Loyalty Runs Deep – Tattoos, Tickets, and Traveling for Tottenham Hotspur FC What does it mean to be a true football superfan? For Dipak Patel, it means building entire vacations around matchday, joining supporter clubs for insider ticket access, and yes—getting not one, but two Tottenham Hotspur tattoos. In this episode of Fan …
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In this special News Flash episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin breaks down the biggest travel, ticketing, and live event stories making waves in May 2025. From the explosive growth of music tourism — projected to hit $268 billion by 2030 according to IQ Magazine — to Airbnb’s new partnership with Liv…
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Ep. 37 - Ticketing, Travel, and Trust: Why BookSeats is Winning Over Teams and Fans with Joseph DeMarinis Podcast Episode Description: In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Joseph DeMarinis, Founder and CEO of BookSeats.com, for a deep dive into the evolution of fan travel and th…
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FREE TICKETS?! Yes, really. In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we’re joined by the ultimate guest list insider, Lance Dashoff, founder of Loudie — the app that’s quietly revolutionizing how fans score free concert, comedy, and festival tickets across the U.S. From his early days at WME curating VIP access, to …
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Cheeks in Seats, Heads in Beds: Building Travel Demand Through Sports with Travis Apple What do Orlando Magic, concierge kickbacks, and the World Cup have in common? They all come up in this no-holds-barred conversation with Travis Apple—sports sales expert, author of “Hustle Your Way to Success in Sports Sales,” and host of the podcast 52 Weeks of…
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Episode Title: From World Cup to Burning Man: The Ultimate 2025–26 Event Travel List Ready to plan your next unforgettable adventure? In this episode of Tickets To Travel, we're breaking down the Top 10 global events worth booking a flight (and maybe a payment plan) for in 2025 and 2026. From the massive stadiums of the FIFA World Cup to the surrea…
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Whether you’re training for your first 5K or plotting your sixth World Marathon Major, this episode goes the distance. We’re joined by Neal Sheridan, media strategist and marathon runner, who breaks down how global marathons aren’t just personal milestones—they’re massive travel events that shape entire city economies. From hotel bookings to recove…
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Festival season is here—and so is Alex Mac, our go-to live music and event strategist. In this high-energy episode of Tickets to Travel, we dive deep into the travel trends, ticketing behaviors, and cultural moments shaping the global music festival scene in 2025. From Ultra’s surprise Sia set in Miami to Lollapalooza's genre-bending lineups and th…
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🎙️ Episode 31 – "Body Slams & Boarding Passes: Life as a Traveling WWE Super Fan What happens when your love for pro wrestling turns into a passport-stamping, ringside-seat-hunting, global adventure? Meet Z and Matt—power couple, travel pros, and certified WWE superfans—who’ve attended over 100 events across 7+ countries, racked up 100,000+ air mil…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we dive headfirst into the global travel ripple effect created by HBO’s The White Lotus. From Maui to Sicily to the newly released Season 3 set in Thailand, the series has done more than spark memes — it’s ignited a luxury tourism boom that’s flooding real destinations with c…
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Episode 30: Heisman Moments, Magic Johnson, and Red Carpet Events — What Happened to the Sports Museum of America? What do you get when you combine the Heisman Trophy, Magic Johnson, Steve Nash, red carpet events, and an all-star team of tourism pros in downtown Manhattan? You get the Sports Museum of America—a $100 million startup attraction that …
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Booked, Broke, and BTS Bound: Bernadette Joy's KPOP Ticket & Travel Experience Playbook In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we dive into the high-energy world of KPOP superfans with Bernadette Joy, a financial educator and lifelong music lover who’s traveled coast to coast (and beyond) for her favorite idols. From navigating dynamic ticket pricin…
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🔥 Billy McFarland & FYRE Festival 2: Tickets Are on Sale… But Does it Exist? 🔥 Billy McFarland is back with FYRE Festival 2, promising an exclusive luxury event in 2025 on Isla Mujeres, Mexico. But with no announced lineup, no confirmed permits, and ticket packages priced up to $1.1 MILLION, the question remains—is this even real? In this episode o…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we kick off our brand-new Fan Travel Stories series with a tale of passion, perseverance, and Premier League obsession. Meet Malcolm Hardiman, a die-hard Liverpool FC fan who took the ultimate leap—planning a dream trip from Austin, Texas to Anfield to watch his beloved team play live on Boxing Day. 🚀 But the j…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we’re blasting off into the world of music tourism, ticketing innovation, and festival travel with none other than Bobby Blast—DJ, global music curator, and the visionary behind BlastFest, the West Coast’s premier Afrobeats festival. Joining us for this deep dive is Natalia B…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Thomas Mesa Montiel of Hello Tickets to explore the evolving landscape of ticketing and live events. They discuss why the U.S. ticketing market is a decade ahead of Europe, the role of secondary marketplaces, and how technology and regulation…
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Would you travel across the world to see your favorite artist? Meet Mary and Jeanine, two die-hard Swifties who skipped the sky-high U.S. ticket prices and took their Taylor Swift Eras Tour experience international—to Edinburgh, Scotland! In this episode of Tickets to Travel: Fan Travel Stories, we dive into their unforgettable adventure, from navi…
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In this episode, Karen Kelly welcomes Founder of Factor 8 and #GirlsClub Lauren Bailey (LB) to discuss cutting-edge strategies for sales prospecting as we head into 2025. They delve into the pitfalls of AI-generated communications, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and human connection in sales emails, LinkedIn interactions, and video mess…
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How do concerts, sports, and festivals fuel entire economies? Spoiler alert: It’s way more than just ticket sales! In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we dive into the eye-opening Oxford Economics Study on Live Events, breaking down how a single ticket purchase ripples into hundreds of dollars in local spending—from hotel stays to Uber rides and …
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Fan Travel Stories" is where passion meets the road. Hosted by Mario Bauduin on Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, this series dives deep into the wild, hilarious, and insightful journeys of superfans who plan their lives around the next big game, concert, or festival. From Taylor Swift devotees with military-grade hotel booking…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, we’re diving into the fast-growing world of lacrosse and its road to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Joining us is Will Blake, Vice President of Corporate Partnership Development at USA Lacrosse, who’s on a mission to expand the sport’s fanbase beyond its Northeast s…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Dan Josebachvili, a pioneering entrepreneur who has shaped the experience economy through innovation and passion. From co-founding Urban Escapes and redefining adventure travel to scaling festivals and events at LivingSocial, Dan shares insig…
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with Tay Mauro, a veteran in the theme park and attractions industry whose career spans iconic brands like Disney, SeaWorld, and Cedar Fair. Tay shares his journey from operating rides at Disney to spearheading multi-million-dollar ticketing strat…
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https://tttpod.com/https://tttpod.com/Welcome to 2025, the year of the superfan! In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin explores how superfans—passionate enthusiasts of everything from Disney to football to Taylor Swift—are reshaping the travel and entertainment industries. We dive into the powe…
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In this festive episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, your host Mario Bauduin dives into the dazzling world of K-Pop and its seismic impact on global tourism. From BTS and Blackpink to emerging groups like New Jeans, Mario unpacks how this cultural phenomenon is transforming travel, sparking economic booms, and creating …
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In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin is joined by live music strategist Alex McClelland to explore the powerful intersection of music and tourism. From Kendrick Lamar’s touring strategies to the global draw of Coachella and the allure of Las Vegas residencies, they uncover how live events shap…
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In this chart-topping episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin dives into the economic powerhouse that is live entertainment. From Taylor Swift’s billion-dollar Eras Tour to U2’s groundbreaking residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, we explore the top five music tours, venues, and festivals of 2024—and their …
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In this podcast episode, Karen welcomes mindset expert Jamie Crosby to discuss the challenges corporate workers face towards the end of the year, especially around achieving quotas and setting new goals for the upcoming quarter. Jamie shares insights on overcoming self-doubt, the importance of understanding our 'why,' and the significance of having…
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Join host Mario Bauduin as he introduces you to the Billion dollar industry of VIP Music and Sports Travel Experiences. From Premiere DJ's in the Alps to Sideline Super Bowl access, meet companies like Cercle, Vibee, OnLocation, QuintEvents, Elevate, and CID. Learn about how "The Rights" to sell these events are secured, and understand the risks of…
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