Best Digital Assistant Academy Podcasts (2025)

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Dr. Jack McCallum - Outsourcing Cognition - How AI is Physically Changing Our Minds 25:56

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In this Redefining AI episode, host Lauren Hawker Zafer welcomes Dr. Jack McCallum: neurosurgeon, historian, and AI entrepreneur for one of the most fascinating conversations yet. With his rare blend of medical, historical, and technical expertise, Dr. McCallum explores how artificial intelligence isn’t just transforming our tools, but rewiring our…

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How a Working Mom Built a Career in Customer Success .Alyna’s 3-Year Journey at RepStack 19:53

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In this episode, Alyna, a seasoned Client Success Manager at RepStack, opens up about her inspiring journey — from being a new mom in a fast-paced ad agency to thriving in a remote-first leadership role. She shares how RepStack gave her the flexibility to grow professionally while balancing motherhood, and how tools like GoHighLevel, Make, and AI a…

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Spotlight Eleven - Outsourcing Cognition - How AI Is Physically Changing Our Minds with Dr. Jack McCallum (MD PhD) 4:59

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In this Redefining AI Spotlight episode, host Lauren Hawker Zafer welcomes Dr. Jack McCallum — neurosurgeon, historian, and AI entrepreneur for one of the most fascinating conversations yet. With his rare blend of medical, historical, and technical expertise, Dr. McCallum explores how artificial intelligence isn’t just transforming our tools, but r…

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Retain, Upsell, Repeat: Maham on Scaling Customer Success in a Remote-First Team 21:08

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In this episode, we sit down with Maham, RepStack’s Director of Customer Success, to unpack how a tiny internal team became an Inc. 5000 company—without losing the culture that started it all. Maham shares the evolution from early roadshows to today’s Repcamps, how Customer Success scales across 150+ client accounts, what “allowing churn” means, an…

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How a RepStack Digital Marketer Became an SEO Leader — Abubaker’s Inspiring 3-Year RepStack Journey 17:52

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From starting as a digital marketing associate to leading SEO teams and ultimately being bought out by his client — Abubaker’s 3-year journey at RepStack is nothing short of inspiring. 🚀 In this episode, Abubaker shares how he: ✅ Transitioned from paid ads to mastering SEO. ✅ Built and led a 15-person global SEO team. ✅ Grew client accounts from ju…

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How Tooba Shaped RepStack’s Training Culture Through the Success Academy 22:50

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tooba, the powerhouse behind RepStack Success Academy (RSA) — the training and placement arm we call the DNA of RepStack. 💡 From her early beginnings in computer science to finding her true calling in management and training, Tooba’s journey shows how passion, persistence, and people skills can transform …

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Ep. 125 Reflection Series: Society and Punishment with David Garland 1:07:42

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David Garland is Professor of Sociology in NYU’s Department of Sociology and Arthur T. Vanderbilt Professor of Law at NYU School of Law. His area of research is social theory and historical sociology with a focus on the penal state and the welfare state. In 2012, the American Society of Criminology awarded him the Edwin H. Sutherland Prize for outs…

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Gaurav Bhattacharya - From Saving Lives to 5M ARR - AI Sales, Founder Psychology and the Dark Side of Speed with Gaurav Bhattacharya 26:05

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Unlock the secrets of hypergrowth in SaaS with Gaurav Bhattacharya in this electrifying kickoff of our podcast series, hosted by Lauren Hawker Zafer. 🧠 Dive deep as we go beyond shortcuts to reveal what actually drives scale: from battling Silicon Valley’s “optimism vs. paranoia,” tackling burnout at $5M ARR in nine months, and founder pivots when …

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Spotlight Ten - From Saving Lives to 5M ARR - AI Sales, Founder Psychology and the Dark Side of Speed with Gaurav Bhattacharya 0:51

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Spotlight Ten - From Saving Lives to 5M ARR - AI Sales, Founder Psychology and the Dark Side of Speed with Gaurav Bhattacharya Spotlight ten is a truly unique and insightful dive into building a SaaS venture and the 996 culture of Silicon Valley. Who is Gaurav? Gaurav Bhattacharya is a repeat B2B SaaS founder and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree who’s bu…

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Ep. 124 Pre-Trial Detention and Sentencing Outcomes with Stacie St. Louis 1:12:56

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This is Episode 124, and today we’re exploring how pretrial detention and going to trial can shape sentencing outcomes. To help us explore this topic, we’re excited to be joined by Professor Stacie St. Louis. Stacie St. Louis an Assistant Professor in the Department of Justice, Law & Criminology at American University. Her research focuses on the a…

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Bruno Maisonnier - Beyond LLMs - The Case for Organic, Brain-Inspired Al with Bruno Maisonnier 23:22

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Beyond LLMs - The Case for Organic, Brain-Inspired Al with Bruno Maisonnier. Welcome back to Redefining AI, the award winning tech podcast powered by Squirro, the Enterprise Generative AI Platform. In this pisode, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Bruno Maisonnier - a Pioneer in Humanoid Robotics and Visionary in Artificial Intelligence. Bruno Maiso…

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How Search Atlas Built a 240-Person Remote Team with Accountability, AI & Heart 14:03

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What does it take to scale a remote-first company from 30 to 240+ team members across the globe? In this episode, we sit down with Manick Bhan, founder of Search Atlas, to uncover the systems, tools, and cultural frameworks that have powered one of the most efficiently scaled remote teams in the digital marketing world. 🎯 From building accountabili…

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Spotlight Nine - Beyond LLMs - The Case for Organic, Brain-Inspired Al with Bruno Maisonnier 2:48

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Spotlight Nine -Beyond LLMs - The Case for Organic, Brain-Inspired Al with Bruno Maisonnier. Welcome back to Redefining AI, the award winning tech podcast powered by Squirro, the Enterprise Generative AI Platform. In the upcoming episode, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Bruno Maisonnier - a Pioneer in Humanoid Robotics and Visionary in Artificial …

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Ep.123 Gangs in the Digital Age with Michelle Storrod 58:35

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We spoke to Professor Michelle Storrod, whose work examines how gangs have adapted to—and been shaped by—the digital world. Michelle Lyttle Storrod is an assistant professor of criminal justice at Widener University and is an affiliate of the SAFElab at the University of Pennsylvania. She received her PhD from Rutgers University–Camden. Michelle is…

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Mathew Theurer - When AI Meets Physics - Sensing the Unseen with Mathew Theurer 21:38

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Welcome back to Redefining AI, the award winning tech podcast powered by Squirro, the Enterprise Generative AI Platform. Today’s episode is not just another conversation—it’s episode eight. In this episode, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Matthew Theurer, a visionary technologist, entrepreneur, and now co-founder and CEO of Hyperspectral.ai. With …

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Ep. 122 Desisting from Crime and Identity Transformation with Shadd Maruna 1:06:03

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Shadd Maruna is Head of the Department of Sociology, Social Policy & Criminology at the University of Liverpool. His research focuses on how individuals desist from crime and reintegrate into society, emphasizing the transformative power of identity and narrative. Shadd’s influential book, Making Good, introduced the concept of the “redemption scri…

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Spotlight Eight - When AI Meets Physics - Sensing the Unseen with Mathew Theurer 1:04

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Spotlight Episode: Matthew Theurer on Hyperspectral AI, Physics-Driven Intelligence & the Future of Multimodal Tech Welcome back to Redefining AI, the award winning tech podcast powered by Squirro, the Enterprise Generative AI Platform. Today’s episode is not just another conversation—it’s the spotlight of episode eight. In this episode, Lauren Haw…

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Seven Figure Agency Meets RepStack — A 5-Year Sales Journey with Henry Adams 15:19

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What happens when a casual conversation turns into a career-defining moment? Meet Hussnain, RepStack’s first-ever hire — now a powerhouse closer managing high-stakes sales calls with one of the most successful marketing coaching agencies in the world: Seven Figure Agency. In this special episode, we trace Hussnain’s 5-year journey from working call…

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Ep. 121 Policing, Protests, and Race with Rod Brunson 1:03:34

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This week, we spoke with Rod Brunson about one of the most urgent and challenging topics in criminology: race and policing. Rod K. Brunson is a professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Maryland, College Park. His tackles issues on police including community relations, youth violence, and evidence-based cr…

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Dr. Ja-Naé Duane and Steve Fisher - SuperShifts and Smart Synergy - Transformation in the Age of Intelligence 23:36

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024 Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. In this episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. J…

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Spotlight Seven - SuperShifts and Smart Synergy - Dr. Ja-Naé Duane and Steve Fisher - Transformation in the Age of Intelligence 3:48

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024 Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. In the upcoming episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down wi…

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Ep. 120 Convictions and Voting Rights with Chris Uggen 1:09:28

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In this episode, we are joined by Professor Chris Uggen to chat about his work on voting rights for people with criminal convictions. Chris Uggen is Regents Professor and Distinguished McKnight Professor in Sociology, Law, and Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and a fellow of the American Society of Criminology. He studies crime, law, a…

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Jenny Fielding - Venture Everywhere - Jenny Fielding on AI Start Ups, Ethical Innovation and the Future of Founders 22:14

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. In this episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Jenn…

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Spotlight Six - Venture Everywhere - Jenny Fielding on AI Start Ups, Ethical Innovation and the Future of Founders 1:09

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. In the upcoming episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down w…

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Ep. 119 Political Collaboration and Polarization with Scott Duxbury 1:07:28

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In this episode, we are speaking with Professor Scott Duxbury about his work on group politics and the sociology of punishment. Scott W. Duxbury is an Associate Professor of sociology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His research examines social networks, criminal law, mass incarceration, racism, public opinion, drug markets, and…

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Dr. Serena Huang - AI for Good - Dr. Serena Huang on How Data is Shaping DEI & Wellbeing in the Workplace 25:35

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. In this episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. …

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Ep. 118 Immigration, Minority Threat, and Criminal Justice with Ashley Muchow 54:39

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Ashley Muchow is an assistant professor in the Department of Criminology, Law, and Justice at the University of Illinois Chicago. Her research considers the causes and consequences of social inequality, with a particular focus on policing, immigration, and racial/ethnic disparities.By Jose Sanchez and Jenn Tostlebe

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Spotlight Five - AI for Good - Dr. Serena Huang on How Data is Shaping DEI and Wellbeing 1:52

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. In the upcoming episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down w…

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Ep. 117 Defining School Shootings and Arming Teachers with Benjamin Comer 59:44

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Welcome to Episode 117 of The Criminology Academy podcast, where we are criminally academic. In this episode, we are speaking with Professor Benjamin Comer and his work around school shootings. Benjamin Comer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Texas Christian University. His research focuses on gun vi…

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From College Dropout to $500M Funnels: Nikhil Sai’s Rise with Funneling Media 20:13

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What if you could go from a broke college dropout in a tier-3 city… to building a global agency that’s delivered over $500 million in revenue for clients — all before turning 25? In this fire-packed episode, I sit down with Nikhil Sai, founder of Funneling Media, speaker, SaaS innovator, and a rising legend in the funnel and agency world. We unpack…

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The Woman Behind 7 Figure Agency: Yesenia Nelson on Culture, Leadership & Growth 37:59

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In this deeply inspiring episode, we sit down with Yesenia Nelson, Co-Founder of Seven Figure Agency, to explore what it really takes to build a thriving remote-first business — without sacrificing your values, your family, or your peace. Yesenia opens up about the behind-the-scenes journey of building 7FA alongside Josh Nelson, how they grew both …

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Master Online Courses: How to Download Courses Fast for Efficient Learning 11:07

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In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for online courses is skyrocketing and Courses Fast can help you out. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills or explore new interests, the ability to download courses quickly can make all the difference. I’ve experienced firsthand how convenient it is to have learning materials at my fingertips, ready …

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Transform Your Career with Digital Assistant Academy Courses: Essential Skills for Success 17:31

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In today's fast-paced world, mastering digital tools is essential for staying competitive. That's where digital assistant academy courses come into play. These programs are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in various digital environments. Whether you're looking to enhance your career or start a new one, these cour…

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Ep. 116 Risk Needs Assessments with Zach Hamilton 1:02:45

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In this episode, we are speaking with Professor Zach Hamilton about his work on risk-needs assessments. Zachary Hamilton is a Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Associate Director of the Nebraska Center for Justice Research at the University of Nebraska Omaha. His research centers on innovation in risk and needs assessment developmen…

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Der perfekte Leitfaden für dein persönliches Hausschild: Stil, Materialien und Design Tipps 0:43

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Ein persönliches https://westerwerk.com/ ist mehr als nur ein praktisches Element zur Kennzeichnung von Wohnorten. Es ist ein Ausdruck von Individualität und Stil, der jedem Zuhause eine persönliche Note verleiht. In einer Welt, in der der erste Eindruck zählt, kann ein einzigartiges Hausschild den Unterschied machen und Besucher willkommen heißen.…

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How to Build a 7-Figure Agency & Scale from $20M to $150M – Corey Quinn’s Insider Secrets! 26:25

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In this power-packed episode, Azhar Siddiqui (CEO of RepStack) sits down with Corey Quinn, a leading agency growth expert, consultant, and author of Anyone, Not Everyone. Corey shares game-changing strategies on how he helped scale Scorpion from $20M to $150M, built high-retention client relationships, and escaped the founder-led sales trap that ho…

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iHeartRadio: Digital Audio Platform Overview 4:23

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When it comes to streaming music, live radio, and podcasts, the iHeartRadio website stands out as a versatile platform that brings entertainment right to your fingertips. Launched in 2008, it has grown into one of the most popular digital audio platforms, offering access to a vast catalog of songs, podcasts, and over 850 live radio stations across …

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Faisal Hoque - From Innovation to Impact - Faisal Hoque on Al, Business & Humanity 20:40

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying season four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Episode Four, dives deep into a conversation around: the transformative force …

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Ep. 115 The Uber, AirBnB, and Crime with David Kirk 1:05:45

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In this episode we speak with David Kirk about the gig economy (Uber; AirBnb) and how it relates to crime. David Kirk is a professor in the Department of Criminology and Research Associate of the Population Studies Center at the University of Pennsylvania. He received his PhD in sociology from the University of Chicago and previously served on the …

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Spotlight Four - From Innovation to Impact Faisal Hoque on Al, Business & Humanity 1:34

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Spotlight Four, dives deep into a conversation around: the transformative forc…

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How HighLevel Co-Founder Varun Vairavan & RepStack CEO Azhar Siddiqui Built Thriving Remote Teams 24:52

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In this power-packed episode, Azhar Siddiqui (CEO of RepStack) sits down with Varun Vairavan (Co-Founder of HighLevel) to discuss two game-changing topics—building a remote-first company and maintaining peak performance through fitness. Varun shares exclusive insights into how HighLevel scaled from a two-person remote team to 1,500+ employees world…

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Digital Marketing, Client Management & Work-Life Balance: Sidra’s Inspiring Journey at RepStack! 17:33

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🎙️ In this episode of "Digital Marketing, Client Management & Work-Life Balance with Sidra Waqar" we sit down with Sidra – Senior Client Success Manager at RepStack. From being rejected in HR to getting hired through the RepStarter Program, Sidra has climbed the corporate ladder with hard work, persistence, and adaptability. She shares how she tran…

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How to Build a 350+ Client SaaS Business & Dominate Lead Generation with Casey Hamilton 23:09

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🔥 How Casey Hamilton Scaled a 350+ Client SaaS Business & Transformed Lead Generation 🔥 What does it take to scale a SaaS business from scratch to 350+ clients? Casey Hamilton, founder of Exact Match Marketing, joins us to break down how he transitioned from running a digital marketing agency to building a powerful lead generation platform used by …

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Clara Hawking - AI, Ethics, and the Next Generation - Clara Hawking on Shaping Minds, Safeguarding Futures 21:14

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Episode Three, dives deep into the transformative world of AI, ethics, and edu…

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Spotlight Three - AI, Ethics, and the Next Generation - Clara Hawking on Shaping Minds, Safeguarding Futures 2:10

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Spotlight Three, dives deep into the transformative world of AI, ethics, and e…

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Kate O'Neill - What Matters Next: Navigating Leadership and Human-Centered Tech with Kate O’Neill 21:48

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Episode two guides us into a conversation with Kate O'Neill on What Matters Ne…

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Spotlight Two - What Matters Next: Navigating Leadership and Human-Centered Tech with Kate O’Neill 1:57

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After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Spotlight Two, teases us into a conversation with Kate O'Neill on What Matters…

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How AI and Automation Are Revolutionizing Business Acquisitions with Michael Johnson 16:06

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🚀 AI, Automation, and Business Acquisitions: Insights from Michael Johnson In this value-packed episode, we’re joined by Michael Johnson—an entrepreneur, CRM automation expert, and business acquisition strategist who is revolutionizing how businesses operate with the power of AI and automation. From running a marketing agency to buying and scaling …

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How Damien Rufus is Changing the Game for Entrepreneurs with Spark Accelerator 23:18

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🎙️ Welcome to another exciting episode of the RepStack Podcast! Today, we’re joined by Damien Rufus, the founder of Spark Accelerator and Hustle Camp, who is on a mission to help entrepreneurs and side hustlers turn their ideas into thriving businesses. With over 17 years of experience in business growth, marketing automation, and coaching, Damien …

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Ep. 114. Public Perceptions of What Rape is with Megan Augustyn 1:05:07

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We spoke with Professor Megan Augustyn about public beliefs and rape, the Rochester Youth Development Study, and research on middle adulthood. Megan Augustyn is an associate professor in the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida State University. She received her PhD in 2013 from the University of Maryland. Her research focuses on …