Join Muhammad Younas, CEO of vFairs, as he sits down with industry leaders to explore the creative strategies, challenges, and milestones behind some of the most epic events. Discover the innovative event tech and insights that are transforming the way we plan and execute successful events. Whether you're an event organizer, marketer, or just passionate about the events industry, this podcast is your go-to resource for proven strategies and inspiration.
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Cheers & Tiers welcomes you into a circle of design leaders whose bonds were forged during iconic AIGA design leadership retreats and conferences. These gatherings were more than just strategic sessions with the nation’s chapter leaders—they were moments of shared growth, laughter, and camaraderie that shaped careers and lives, blending organizational development with celebratory toasts and even the occasional human pyramid. Fellow design leaders Erik and Rachel as they reconnect with friend ...
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Smooth Scaling: System Design for High Traffic focuses on all things scalability, reliability, and performance. Tune in for expert advice on how to scale systems, control costs, boost availability, optimize performance, and get the most out of your tech stack. Host Jose Quaresma is the VP of Technical Engagement at Queue-it, working on the frontlines with some of the world’s biggest businesses on their busiest days, from Ticketmaster to Zalando to Home Office U.K. He’ll be joined by experts ...
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INTRODUCING the Home Design Podcast! Listen as Adam Kayce sits down with recognized authorities in the South Florida Home Design industry. We aim to educate, inspire and connect homeowners with the top brands, discover professionals, and to learn the information that you need to know for your next home project. From Interior Designers to Roofers, we will discuss EVERYTHING home design and home improvement. Discover, Be Inspired and Shop Direct with the Home Show! Proud Sponsors: Cambra, Velu ...
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Welcome to The Michael Coombs Show, where we'll be having conversations with tastemakers, entrepreneurs, and business leaders in the wedding and event industry. So sit back and enjoy The Michael Coombs Show.
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EVENTalks is a place where meeting and event professionals can get updates on the latest in the meeting industry.
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Welcome to Raising the Bar, the ultimate podcast for event designers, creative entrepreneurs, and go-getters ready to elevate their business and transform their lives. Hosted by Precious Stevens, a seasoned business mentor and draping expert, this show is your go-to resource for mastering premium event design, scaling your business, and building a brand that attracts high-paying clients.Each episode is packed with actionable strategies, real-world insights, and expert tips on everything from ...
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AZ Inspirations Catering, based in Tempe, AZ, is your go-to full-service catering company for unforgettable events. Our top-rated team takes the stress out of event planning by offering professional guidance, innovative design ideas, and delectable food options. At AZ Inspirations Catering, we pride ourselves on personalized service, meticulous attention to detail, and catering solutions to fit every budget. AZ Inspirations Catering 2400 W Medtronic Way Suite 2 Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: 480-241 ...
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Andrea Eppolito | Celebrating Life, Luxury, & Above All Else Love
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Las Vegas Wedding Planner Andrea Eppolito shares her thoughts on wedding planning, party planning, event design, and luxury lifestyle choices.
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The Event Industry News Podcast interviewing event planners, event organizers, brands, and agencies from around the globe.
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From the latest in interior design to dazzling party decor, Design & Dazzle is your go-to for tips on how to transform your home or event into something unforgettable.
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Organizing a memorable event requires more than just planning; it demands creativity, precision, and a deep understanding of the local landscape. In the bustling city of Brisbane, where culture meets innovation, a reputable event agency can play a pivotal role in turning your event vision into a spectacular reality. Let’s explore how a Brisbane Event Agency can elevate your event experience.
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Making the Moment, the podcast that brings you the untold stories, unfiltered insights, and big ideas from the architects behind the moments that matter. Join your host Aja Bradley-Kemp, as each week she and her guests will show you how to design experiences that not only captivate audiences but also drive value for your organization. Whether you’re looking to build buzz, boost loyalty, or drive revenue, these tips will give you actionable ideas to help you design customer experiences that t ...
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Welcome to GatherGeeks, a place where people passionate about the power of live experiences come together. Join David Adler, chairman and founder of BizBash, as he discusses the latest news and trends affecting event marketers, meeting strategists, nonprofit organizers, and everyone in between. This podcast by BizBash is the destination for information, innovation, and inspiration for anyone involved in planning events and meetings, from conferences, trade shows, and fund-raising galas to pr ...
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Total Survey Design is a podcast for explaining the complexities of survey design. This podcast serves a diverse audience, including academics, small business owners, nonprofits, industry professionals, and students. Each season features episodes covering topics from survey utility to sample sizes, and question design to total survey error. Episode content includes insightful discussions, expert interviews, and special event coverage to enhance your survey skills and understanding.
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The Design Of isn’t a podcast about graphic design. It’s about the intentional design of how we live, lead, create—and pursue what matters most. Hosted by brand strategist and storyteller Justin Ahrens, The Design Of explores the moments, decisions, and values that shape how people find purpose, navigate change, and create meaningful impact in their lives and work. Through powerful, human-centered conversations with startup founders, bestselling authors, artists, teachers, business leaders, ...
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NeoConversations takes you inside the heart of NeoCon, the premier event for the commercial interior design industry. These conversations peel back the layers of the event, providing both new and returning attendees with insights to enhance their experience.
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Welcome to Breakthrough Experiential: The Build Behind the Brand.—your go-to podcast for unlocking the secrets of experiential marketing and event design. Whether you’re crafting immersive pop-up stores, eye-catching tradeshow booths, high-energy events, or even taking over a cruise ship, we break down the strategies and creativity needed to make every experience unforgettable. Join us as we explore the intersection of brand identity, design innovation, and flawless execution. From conceptua ...
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Claire Berry, founder of luxury event design studio Perfect Cartel, launches the ultimate podcast for party lovers. If there was one event that symbolised the greatest ever party, who would be behind it? What would they be doing to make it so epic? Who’s on the list, who’s not coming in and what is everyone drinking? How have the Kings and Queens of the party scene risen to the top of their game and what’s it like being in their position? How can we all get a bit of that party magic in our l ...
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Welcome to the Event Matters Podcast, a new podcast from Kershaw Partners about the realities of running, growing and scaling event businesses today. Hosted by David Watt, each episode keeps things open, honest and practical so you walk away with ideas you can use the same week. Expect straight-talking updates on the market, candid conversations with expert leaders from across venues, agencies, caterers and suppliers and the wider industry, plus valuable insights and advice you can implement ...
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The Black Landscape is a series of conversations that spotlight Black emerging and established leaders in the San Francisco Bay Area communities in various industries including the performing and literary arts, local government, the Peralta College system, labor unions, fashion design, event management and curation, entrepreneurship, and more!
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You want a home that’s uniquely you. One that reflects your passions, values and lifestyle. And you want to create one on your own, without having to hire a designer, breaking the bank, or hurting the planet. The challenge is that there are too many voices telling you what trend to jump on, what rules you must follow, and what “beautiful” looks like. Plus, you don’t want to scrap everything you own and start all over. It’s hard to know how to wrap your arms around this big, important concept ...
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All the things that made the world the way it is now. Welcome to the podcast takes your nostalgia, tells you the history behind it and makes you ask What the HELL Were You Thinking. Host Dave Bledsoe takes the history, politics and pop culture of the past fifty years and explains what it was like to live through it and why it is still ruining the world today. So join Dave, his hapless Producer Gavin St James every Monday for time capsule of truth! Find us at whatthehellpodcast.com, @whattheh ...
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The podcast where workplace and facilities leaders speak freely. From hybrid strategy and sustainability to tech, wellbeing and design - we go beyond the buzzwords and dive into the real challenges and innovations shaping the future of work. Powered by The Workplace Event, each episode features candid conversations with industry pros who are changing how we think about space, culture and performance.
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23 Chromosomes | Knoxville, TN News | Entertainment | Randomness
23 Chromosomes | Knoxville, TN News | Entertainment | Randomness
23 Chromosomes.TV is Knoxville's #1 source for news, events, entertainment, and general topics that interest those who are not jaded by the public opinion.
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Do you own a flower business or dream of starting one? Are you looking for practical floral design tips? Ever wonder how other florists run their businesses? Or maybe you're a farmer florist building a flower farm and floral design business at the same time? You've landed in the right place! At the BB Podcast, we serve floral designers, farmer florists, flower shop owners, and aspiring florists by diving into practical tips and insider information from real working florists, floral educators ...
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Ales Balcar examines the nuts and bolts that hold together team engagement, event design and learning experience, to help you fine tune your performance as a leader. "People will forget what you did or said, yet they will remember how you made them feel." I am sure you have heard that one before. But how come some leaders seem to have the magic power to make us feel so much better than others? And how can you become one of them? How do you create memorable experience with lasting impact for ...
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Dive into the world of music branding with Branding Beats, the ultimate podcast for emerging musicians looking to amplify their careers. Hosted by Alexander Paul Burton, a seasoned musician and former marketing professional with 12+ years of experience working for prestigious organizations like St. Mark’s Hospital Foundation and Afghanaid, this podcast merges the art of music with the science of branding. Alexander brings his expertise in fundraising marketing, graphic design, press outreach ...
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If your event isn't memorable it becomes an afterthought! Event & lifestyle tips, ideas and reviews.
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Unmute is a podcast from New Intent that explores the intersection of diversity, equity, inclusion, and human rights within the global business events industry. Hosted by changemakers committed to transforming how we gather, each episode features unfiltered conversations with thought leaders, activists, and innovators challenging the status quo. From reimagining leadership and dismantling tokenism to confronting bias in event design and embracing accessibility beyond compliance, Unmute ampli ...
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Lifestyle and event design expert Preston Bailey reveals how his focus on personal growth has been the root of his professional success, answering your questions along the way. Not only will he share the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to transform spaces into theatrical environments; you'll also discover more about the man behind the magic. Learn the methods of meditation, mindfulness, and self-discovery Preston uses that can help you find the balance you'v ...
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The HOW Design Live Podcast features Programming Partner, Ilise Benun of Marketing-Mentor.com, in lively conversation with successful creative professionals and design entrepreneurs about the business of creativity and creativity in business. Find out more about HOW Design Live (the big event) at www.howdesignlive.com.
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Each episode, host Chris Dunn teams up with a leading event professional to explore the tools, tactics, and trends that drive real results. Event Marketer’s Toolbox is the definitive playbook for corporate event professionals and trade show marketers. From first-time marketers to seasoned planners, this show delivers practical solutions to make your events memorable and impactful. Engage. Excel. Execute.
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What’s up sheifelehs? Meet Call Her Tatty - the raw Jewish talk show you din't know you needed. Host Chava Feigen, Bais Yaakov girl turned Miami real estate boss, invites rule breakers to spill tea and dissect the chaos of frum life. Marriage, money, divorce, yeshiva trauma, and more. No filter and zero patience for narishkeit. Subscribe and get ready to message your Tatty about everything he hoped would stay off the internet.
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Our blog and podcast offer print and marketing industry insights based on our 30+ years of experience. Located in Burlington, New Jersey, we provide a full range of print and marketing services including Graphic Design, Website Design & Managed Hosting, Content Writing, Political Marketing, Offset and Digital Printing, Custom Apparel, Promotional Products, Direct Mail, Warehousing & Print Fulfillment and so much more. #YesWeDoThat
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Since 1986, Convene has been delivering award-winning content that helps event professionals plan and execute innovative and successful events. Join the Convene editors as we dive into the latest topics of interest to — and some flying under the radar of — the business events community.
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Welcome to The Aisle, the go-to wedding planning podcast for brides who want real advice, luxury-level inspiration, and zero sugarcoating. Hosted by Trista Croce, the founder and CEO of BTS Event Management, a leading luxury wedding planning and design firm. Week after week, this show dives deep into everything today’s bride needs to plan an unforgettable wedding. Trista brings you brutally honest insights, expert wedding planning tips, destination wedding advice, bridal trends, and behind-t ...
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The Big Top Multimedia team talk about technology, design, and what makes them tick.
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What would you do if you could sit down for an hour each week with the biggest names in events and have a cup of coffee and just talk about events? Now you can with our weekly show, #EventIcons! Each week, we interview the biggest names in the events industry and give you, the audience, the chance to ask any question you want. Whether you do event planning, event production, meeting planning or just love events, is your time to pick their brain and see how the icons of the event industry think.
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Your Day, Your Way Weddings + Events Podcast by Caitlin Casey is dedicated to giving you the confidence and know-how to create, design, plan and NAIL your dream wedding or event. Do you have a dream idea in mind but you’re unsure where to start or lacking the expertise to bring it together? Do you want to create a bespoke wedding that reflects your personalities and love story, because you’re not interested in including things just because? Are you seeking the best advice to transform a blan ...
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Is there any hope for an online business world riddled with ugly, sleazy sales and design? The Secrets of Gorgeous Design unlocks the hidden formulas on how to marry beautiful design with conversion-based strategy to improve brands and scale businesses. Hosted by Cathy Olson of Love Inspired Inc.
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In-depth discussions with leaders in the sports-event industry.
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Uncork a bottle of your go-to wine and join the CDE squad to talk a lot about: ◊ weddings (more than you've ever wanted to), ◊ our fury humans (they yearn for a lot of attention-- nothing we can do about it), ◊ and whatever trouble we get into (mostly a lot of junk food eating and our feelings about Grey's Anatomy, we have alot of it) Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wineandwedbycde/support
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What happens when a group of fashion professionals sit down over coffee? Conversation. Welcome to 'Speaking Of Fashion' - a weekly fashion podcast that aims to inspire communication about fashion and its place in our everyday lives. Each voice brings something different to the coffee table - hosted by Rachel Yeomans of TheWorkingWardrobe Magazine and Blog, Tenisha Anderson of Qlix Magazine and Ten Style Media, Inc., Ryan M. Beshel of Purely Fashion and fashion PR maven Kate Jacobsen. Togethe ...
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Full audio recording of our meetup event for web professionals and enthusiast in web technology.
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Bringing you the Art and Business of Flowers. VLF Live Podcast is an educational and inspirational show for all florists, flower artists and entrepreneur, floral industry pros and beginners, and simply for flower lovers. Anahit, the podcast host, takes a deep dive into floristry, into what it really takes to run a successful floral business, how to be a better floral designer, how to stay inspired and inspire other. "As we know, our profession encompasses wide range of industries and other f ...
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The Vancouver Tech Podcast is a weekly show focusing on the growing tech industry in the city of Vancouver. Get caught up on the events and meetups around town, startups, new businesses, developers, designers, community programs, and news. Each episode includes an interview with an outstanding member of our community.
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Convene Series: Tahira Endean on Measuring Joy, Leading Change, and Designing Events That Connect
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52:32This season has been kindly sponsored by Visit Spokane. Go to VisitSpokane.com to learn more. In this season finale, Tahira Endean — change management facilitator, author, speaker, university instructor, and curator of IMEX’s education program — shares why joy deserves a place among event KPIs. She explains how measuring joy can reveal true attende…
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Why ‘Good Enough’ Isn’t Good Enough: Events, Design and Client Trust with Holly Faulkner
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45:37In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Holly Faulkner, Co-Founder of Purple Patch Group and Presentation Experts – two businesses built on one core belief: great events and presentations don’t just look good, they make people feel confident, clear and ready to shine. Holly shares how presentations became their secret doorway to l…
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The Creative Approach to Event Design: A Conversation with Todd Kjargaard
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25:14In this episode, Michael Coombs interviews Todd Kjargaard, the Creative Director of Jackie O Floral Affairs and Event Design. They discuss Todd's unique approach to collaborating with a wide variety of designers, the importance of maintaining creativity in event design, and the impact of AI in the planning process. Todd shares his insights on balan…
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59. Balancing Faith, Career & Love: Claire Wolford’s Story
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40:29In this episode of The Aisle, Trista sits down with Claire Wolford, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, podcast host, Pilates instructor, and influencer, to talk about love, faith, and life in the spotlight. Claire shares how she met her fiancé, Colton, an MLB player, and opens up about their relationship, engagement, and proposal story. She also discusses…
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Convene Interview [CL26 SPECIAL] Designing Dynamic Digital Experiences: Devon Montgomery Pasha on Hosting CL26 Online
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17:17In this episode, Devon Montgomery Pasha, the digital experience host for PCMA Convening Leaders 2026, shares her vision for creating an intentional, immersive virtual environment. She explains how her SPARK methodology, rooted in empathy-driven design, shaped the digital experience and reveals how participants can feel connected, activated, and ins…
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Show Notes Episode 430: Carl’s Worst Christmas Ever and Other Holiday Tales This week Host Dave Bledsoe tries some amazing eggnog some guy’s brother made with lighter fluid and starts telling stories. (Again) For our annual “Jesus, is it Christmas already?” episode, we dig into the vaults of Dave’s Brain to bring you lurid tales of Christmas’ gone …
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Best Design Projects: Podcast Highlights 2025
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39:14This episode is part two of my Best of 2025 series, and it’s all about show and tell—those moments when designers walk us through a room and explain why it works. I pulled clips from conversations where we slowed down and really looked at composition, color, pattern, texture, and the quiet decisions that hold a space together. These are rooms best …
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The Art of Wedding Photography: A Conversation with Raphaëlle Granger, A Global Rising Star
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20:14In this episode, Michael Coombs speaks with acclaimed International Wedding Photographer Raphaëlle Granger, who shares her journey through two major rebrands. Starting as an adventure elopement photographer, Raphaëlle found herself disconnected and later redefined her brand to align more with weddings that evoke human connection. She discusses emot…
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025: Debbie Millman & Michael Bierut of AIGA New York
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55:08Before they were design royalty, Debbie Millman and Michael Bierut both remember what it felt like to be on the outside. Debbie got kicked out of an AIGA special interest group for doing work that was “too commercial.” Michael, working at one of design’s most prestigious studios, felt like a dinosaur compared to the experimental West Coast crowd. I…
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Direct Mail On A Budget: How to Get Better Results
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5:13Direct mail continues to be one of the most effective marketing channels for businesses, nonprofits, and campaigns. But effectiveness does not have to mean higher costs. At Burlington Press, we see it every day. The mailings that perform best are not always the most expensive. They are the most thoughtful. If you are working with a limited budget, …
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Concluding our two-part series with Cvent’s Kelli Kopec and Maritz’ Steve O’Malley, this conversation explores event industry expectations and trends for 2026.By Meeting Professionals International
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Convene Talk: Connecting the Dots at Convening Leaders: Zanny Minton Beddoes, Adam Grant, Trevor Noah & Tabitha Brown
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22:37In this episode, the Convene editorial team previews the main stage lineup at Convening Leaders 2026 — including The Economist editor-in-chief Zanny Minton Beddoes, organizational psychologist Adam Grant, actress and entrepreneur Tabitha Brown, and comedian and bestselling author Trevor Noah. They explore how these keynotes and their talks will sha…
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EMT #50 with Chris Dunn, Dana Esposito and Brendon Hamlin - Reflecting on a year of big ideas, great guests and real event talk
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1:07:24Episode 50 marks the Season One finale of Event Marketer’s Toolbox. Hosts Chris Dunn, Brendon Hamlin and Dana Esposito come together for a special recap episode, reflecting on the ideas, conversations, and guests that shaped the show’s first year. Instead of introducing a new guest, this episode revisits standout moments from across the season, rea…
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Sports Event Trends We’re Watching in 2026
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31:40At the end of every year, our editorial staff at SportsTravel likes to take a look back at the year past and a look ahead to the year to come. And this year, we’re joined by our newest addition, Paul Stevens, who became senior editor of SportsTravel in November after a career in the business-to- business media space. He’s also a true sports fan, wh…
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10 Episode 73: Sarah Kissko Hersh - The Design Of: Getting Unstuck
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49:00What if great communication isn’t about saying more, but saying what actually matters?Sarah Kissko Hersh has spent more than two decades inside agencies, brands, and leadership rooms where words carry weight. She grew up in Indiana, built her career in Chicago and New York, and learned early that clarity, not polish, is what moves people forward. A…
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Convene Article: Convention Centers Designed to Meet Local and Group Needs
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9:50More new-build and convention center renovations are designed for integration into the larger community, creating mixed-use spaces for convention-goers and locals alike. Written and read by Jennifer N. Dienst, senior editor at Convene. Read the Article: Convention Centers Designed to Meet Local and Group Needs: https://www.pcma.org/meeting-differen…
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The Episode Every Overwhelmed Event Business Owner Needs to Hear
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39:33In this festive episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Kershaw Partners, Mike Kershaw and Richard Dean, for a brilliantly honest (and often very funny) look at what’s really going on inside event businesses as we wrap up the year. Together, they dig into why so many SME leaders feel overwhelmed, underconfident or unsure what’s actually c…
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58. From Florida to Scottsdale: BTS Bride, Hayley’s Destination Wedding Journey
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38:26In this episode of The Aisle, Trista chats with BTS bride Hayley, who is planning a destination wedding in Scottsdale while living in Florida. Hayley shares her love story, how she met her fiancé, the moment she knew he was “the one”, the details of her proposal and her journey during wedding planning. She also talks about navigating wedding planni…
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Blending Cultures and Managing Expectations In Multicultural Destination Weddings - Fidan Ismayilova
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32:07In this episode of the Michael Coombs Show, Michael talks with a multicultural and destination wedding specialist Fidan Ismayilova, from Designed Dream Events. Fidan discusses the unique challenges and strategies involved in planning weddings that blend different cultural traditions. Fidan elaborates on the importance of communication, managing fam…
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Infrastructure as the Product: Designing Data-Heavy Systems with Product VP Maria Petrova
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40:14Infrastructure is often treated as a backend concern, but in practice it shapes how users experience a product. In this episode of Smooth Scaling, Product VP Maria Petrova explores what it means when infrastructure becomes the product, looking at real-world, data-heavy systems where decisions around compute, data resolution, scheduling, regions, an…
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Creative Catering Options To Elevate Your Bar Mitzvah Event
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9:34In this episode, we’ll take a closer look at food stations, global flavors, desserts, and inclusive options. These elements can truly elevate any Bar Mitzvah celebration. Ready to plan an exceptional event? At Arizona’s top-rated catering company, AZ Inspirations Catering, we are here to help. We can offer plenty of ideas to help you create the bes…
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Show Notes Episode 343: Frosty the Snow Ho (Redux) This week, Host Dave Bledsoe is basically phoning it in so he can get on with the business of his Christmas Bender. (You probably won’t be able to notice anything different) On the show this week, we take a look at some of the bizarre and inexplicable Christmas specials that taught us that sharing …
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Designers At Home: Holiday Tour with Heather French
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29:40I’m bringing you along with me to Santa Fe for a quiet, layered look inside the home of designer Heather French—a place that feels deeply rooted in its landscape and gently expressive of the family who lives there. Walking through her territorial-style house, especially dressed for the holidays, felt like a reminder that good design isn’t about spe…
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#7. Building Inclusive Workplaces: Balancing Real Estate Strategy with Flexibility and Culture
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35:22This session advocates for a people-first approach to real estate strategy, emphasising balance over rigid return-to-office mandates. Suggesting that each organisation is a unique "society" with its own culture and values, this discussion will explore how to craft flexible, inclusive workplaces that meet business needs without compromising employee…
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Why New Year’s Day Is Risky for Mental Health – And How Musicians Can Support Each Other
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7:24Holidays aren’t always happy. A systematic review of 2.1 million cases across 28 studies shows that while Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are linked to lower suicide risk, New Year’s Day spikes risk by 33% (Yeh et al., 2025, Front Public Health). This pattern is consistent across multiple countries. For musicians, this matters: creative communities…
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Convene Interview: Franziska Seehausen on Sustainable Innovation, Good Tech, and Designing Systems for Change
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25:20In this episode, designer and Comat Studio founder Franziska Seehausen shares what leadership needs to look like for 2030 and beyond. Franziska breaks down three essential traits for today’s leaders — empathy, trust, and courage — and explains how her own journey from Adidas to systems-focused studio owner shifted her view of sustainability from a …
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EMT #49 with Katie Wengenroth - The Art of Strategic Event Planning
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1:01:10In this episode, Chris Dunn and Brendon Hamlin sit down with Katie Wengenroth, Founder of KVT Events, to explore the mindset, structure and strategy behind building high-impact events. With 15+ years across agencies and SaaS giants — HubSpot, LogMeIn, Outreach — Katie breaks down how intentional planning, strong relationships and clear goals shape …
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Show Ready - The Edit: GES Launches a new premium chapter in its award-winning Show Ready collection
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25:40James Dixon speaks with Penny Banks, Creative Director at GES, about the launch of Show Ready - The Edit, a curated range of four modular exhibition designs (Khan, Luter, Vico, Rho) aimed at the 30–50 sqm exhibition stand sweet spot. The episode covers the product’s circular design principles, recycled materials and integrated LED flooring, plus fa…
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Convene Article: Budgeting for the New Normal
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10:18A recent PCMA Institute webinar offered strategies for managing expenses in the current market and budgeting for the coming year. Written and read by Michelle Russell, editor in chief at Convene. Read the Article: Budgeting for the New Normal: https://www.pcma.org/budgeting-for-the-new-normal/ Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/show…
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Local Printing vs Online Printing: What New Jersey Businesses Should Know Before Ordering
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6:15If you own a business in New Jersey, chances are you have ordered something printed at least once. Maybe you needed business cards, a banner for an event, branded apparel, or a stack of brochures for an upcoming promotion. At some point you probably faced the classic dilemma. Should you order from a local print shop or use one of the big online pri…
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57. Preserving Voices, Capturing Memories: Inside the Creation of After the Tone
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1:01:50In this episode of The Aisle, Trista sits down with Bailey and Jacob, the husband-and-wife team behind After the Tone, the viral audio guest book transforming weddings and event experiences across the country. They share the personal story of how a single vintage rotary phone at their own wedding in 2019 sparked the idea for what is now the nation’…
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The Power of Grit, Loyalty and Gold-Standard Delivery with Rita Chandarana
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40:11In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt and Mike Kershaw are joined by Rita Chandarana, Founder of Eventologists – a creative events company built on grit, passion and a relentless commitment to delivering the beautiful. Rita shares her remarkable journey from stepping in to rescue her family’s struggling wedding business, to building Eventolo…
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Navigating Identity, Music Theory, and Mental Health in the Indie Music Scene: An LGBTQ+ Perspective
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5:28Adapted from Academia.edu and AI narrated (not my usual narration! - just a test!) Navigating Identity, Music Theory, and Mental Health in the Indie Music Scene: An LGBTQ+ PerspectiveBy Alexander Paul Burton
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Show Notes Episode 515: Sodas In Spaaaaace! This week Host Dave Bledsoe got liquored up on orange flavored Metamucil and vodka and got kicked out of a retirement village bingo game. (Again) On the show this week we head back to 1985 when the Cola Wars took off for low orbit because Coke and Pepsi had money to burn. Along the way we learn that Dave …
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Best Of Design Philosophy: Podcast Highlights From 2025
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47:36As we wrapped up the year, I found myself gathering the moments from the show that moved me the most—the conversations that nudged me to think differently about home, beauty, and the way we shape our days. Revisiting these clips felt a bit like walking back through rooms I love: Olga reminding us that tiny shifts in our spaces can spark self-worth;…
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Balancing Business and Motherhood - International Wedding Planner Michelle Cundari
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31:45In this episode of The Michael Coombs Show, Michael interviews Michelle Cundari, an international wedding planner and founder of Sincerely Yours Events and Fancy Puffs. Michelle shares insights on how she juggles the responsibilities of being a new mom while running a successful business. She discusses her day-to-day life, the importance of buildin…
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#6. The Neurospicy Revolution: How to Effectively Manage Neurodiversity in the Workplace?
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44:37Is the Facilities Management industry ready to embrace a future shaped by different ways of thinking? This session explores how fostering inclusive environments for diverse cognitive approaches can spark creativity and innovation in FM. From rethinking recruitment to redesigning workplaces, we’ll tackle the changes needed to support a broader spect…
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Survey Weighting: When It Helps And When It Hurts
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10:19This episode of the Total Survey Design podcast demystifies the statistical technique of survey weighting (or post-stratification), explaining how it corrects sample imbalances by giving "quiet groups" more influence. The hosts define weighting, detail when it's an effective correction tool for probability samples, and provide practical advice on a…
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Inside the Life of Lizzy and Ira Savetsky
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1:20:52In this episode of Call Her Tatty, Lizzy Savetsky takes a rare break from the political battlefield and brings us back to her OG influencer days. Together with her husband, top plastic surgeon Dr Ira Savetsky, the couple opens up about fame, marriage, Real Housewives drama, plastic surgery myths, and what really goes on behind their viral videos. L…
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The Hidden Value of Custom Promotional Products: Beyond Pens and T-Shirts
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8:33When most people think about promotional products, they imagine pens, t-shirts, or maybe a reusable water bottle. These classics are familiar for a reason, but they only represent a small part of what branded merchandise can accomplish. The real value of promotional products often goes unnoticed. When you choose these items with intention, they bec…
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024: Carlos Estrada of AIGA Detroit & Oen Michael Hammonds of AIGA Austin
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55:53Carlos Estrada and Oen Michael Hammonds have never worked in the same city, but they’ve long shared the same goal: making AIGA a more inclusive, welcoming space for everyone. In this episode, they reflect on decades of volunteer leadership across chapters, task forces, and national roles, while swapping stories about moments that changed them, stud…
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EMT #48 with Chris Dunn and Brendon Hamlin - Built to Be Remembered: Crafting Experiential Moments That Stick
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1:01:11Events are full of powerful moments — but only the teams who capture them intentionally turn those moments into long-term value. In this episode, Chris Dunn sits down with co-host and guest Brendon Hamlin, Founder of Hamlin Creative, to break down how brands can transform trade shows, conferences, activations, and corporate events into content engi…
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Convene Talk: How Convening Leaders 2026 Bakes Sustainability Into the Experience
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14:04In this episode, the team previews how Convening Leaders 2026 in Philadelphia is weaving sustainability into every touchpoint—from right-sized F&B and food-recovery partnerships to standardized, reusable show floors, digital signage, walkable logistics, and post-event carbon accounting. We also spotlight behind-the-scenes venue practices that make …
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Paralympians Ezra Frech and Lindi Marcusen on the Challenges of Traveling with Disabilities
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32:05Like the millions of people living with disabilities, Paralympians have a multitude of ways they acquired those disabilities. Some like Ezra Frech were born with disabilities and many others like Lindi Marcusen acquired those disabilities later in life, in her case in a car accident just two weeks after her wedding. Nonetheless, the Paralympic Game…
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Convene Series: Rethinking Sponsorships and Exhibitions with Sean Soth and Dan Cole: Building ROI, Trust, and Value in 2026
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39:31This season has been kindly sponsored by Visit Spokane. Go to VisitSpokane.com to learn more. Sponsorship and exhibition models are evolving fast — and the old “pay-to-play” mindset no longer cuts it. In this episode, Sean Soth, President at Hi-Fidelity Group, Inc., and Dan Cole, Sr. Director, Exposition Sales at AVIXA’s InfoComm, share how event p…
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Convene Article: What Science Has to Say About How to Use AI
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5:41The evidence is mounting that leaning too heavily on AI can affect our ability to think critically and retain information. Here’s how to stay in the driver’s seat. Written and read by Barbara Palmer, deputy editor at Convene. Read the Article: What Science Has to Say About How to Use AI: https://www.pcma.org/what-science-has-to-say-about-using-ai/ …
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Business How-To: Follow Up Without Being Annoying
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5:40You’ve landed a qualified lead or secured a paying customer – congratulations! Now comes the tricky part: the follow-up. When should you reach out again? How often is too often? And how do you avoid sounding like that pushy salesperson everyone dreads? It’s a fine balance. Follow up too quickly or too frequently, and you risk being dismissed as spa…
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56. Love Isn’t Enough: The Questions Couples Skip (But Shouldn’t)
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48:52In this episode we dig a LOT deeper, Trista sits down with her life partner, CJ, for an honest conversation about one of the biggest decisions anyone makes: choosing the right person to build a life with. Together, they dig into the questions couples often skip, the ones that matter far more than chemistry, fun, or excitement. Trista and CJ share t…
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Queue-it’s Virtual Waiting Room System Design with Product Architect Moji Sarooghi
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38:35In this episode, Moji Sarooghi, Distinguished Product Architect at Queue-it, breaks down the design principles and distributed systems behind Queue-it’s virtual waiting room. He explains how the team handles massive traffic spikes, upholds strict first-in, first-out fairness on request, and maintains reliability at a scale that would overwhelm most…
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