Best Paul Sutton Podcasts (2025)

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EP. 209 - RAVEN CHACON 1:30:40

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What an inspiring chat with Pulitzer-prize winning composer and musician, Raven Chacon. We unpack his recent piece, Tiguex, where he worked with hundreds of musicians from Albuquerque New Mexico in performing a piece that took all day, and spanned across various locations in the city, from hot air balloon to volcano! An amazing chat, we talk Guelph…

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EP. 208 - DAVE BIDINI 1:16:32

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We chat with Dave Bidini of the Rheostatics about their upcoming double vinyl release, The Great Lakes Suite, out later this week! This new recording features 18 tracks of primarily improvised music and spoken word, performed by longtime members Dave Bidini, Dave Clark, Don Kerr, and Tim Vesely, with newer additions Kevin Hearn and Hugh Marsh, alon…

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EP. 207 - ZACH SUTTON 1:19:21

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We get into beard growth, streaming fun, how to last in a band for almost two decades and more. Zach Sutton recently finished an MBA and is putting all his lived experience and knowledge to good use, as the drummer and manager of Jane's Party, he's a loyal, sweet human and he brought the LA sunshine to this delightful interview.…

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EP. 206 - LAZAR MIRIC 54:45

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We dig deep into the brain of Lazar Miric, talking everything from video game music to venues and mentorship in music. A wise human, doing it primarily himself and making a real impact on the Canadian music scene. He heads up Lavender Town and Live Video Game Orchestra, and is a working musician in Toronto. A warm welcome to Lazar Miric to Industry…

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EP. 205 - CAROLYN MARK 56:04

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DIY mogul, Carolyn Mark sits down with Friendly Rich, from White Rock, British Columbia (aka "Beige Gardens"!)! We catch her right before she heads out on another tour, to pick up some great tactics. She draws on her amazing book "How to be a Boozy Chanteuse" and shares so many great learnings from a rich career in music. Having worked with everybo…

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EP. 204 - PAUL MYERS 1:00:25

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On this episode of Industry Tactics, Friendly Rich sits down with author Paul Myers to unpack his new beautiful new book John Candy: A Life in Comedy (House of Anansi Press). Such a delight to speak with Paul about all things Candy, including the time he may have (or may have not) met him, early days of SCTV and the legacy of John Candy in the city…

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EP. 203 - JOE LAPINSKI 1:06:23

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We join songwriter, producer and community mobilizer, Joe Lapinski for a chat about his new recording, New Day and so much more. Joe builds community through every project he takes on, and this new recording is such a testament to that. Co-produced alongside Dave Clark, this new offering from Joe is such a great reflection of a very special career …

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EP. 202 - ALEXANDER HACKE 57:59

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Today, we honour the late Bill Exley (Nihilist Spasm Band) on this episode, with special guest Alexander Hacke (Einstürzende Neubauten, hackedepicciotto, and more). Hacke links his incredible life in music to his early connections with the Nihilist Spasm Band and Canada, through the renowned Electric Eclectics Festival. This episode is dedicated to…

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EP. 201 - KAT BURNS 1:06:06

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We get into it with Kat Burns from Prince Edward County, talking about tracks from her latest release "Soft" and also what it takes to be a musician in these times. Kat has a rich history, writing music for film and television, as well as releasing her own music for decades now. We pick up some wise tips from an incredible artist. Enjoy!…

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EP. 200 - BA JOHNSTON 47:41

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The hustle and grit of BA Johnston is unparalleled. We explore his never-ending tour, his embodiment of the underdog City of Hamilton, Ontario. This road dog has been doing it two decades strong, and captures the essence of a Canadian culture in every song. Buckle up for a ride in BA Johnston's minivan!…

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SURPRISE EPISODE! FRIENDLY RICH sings the NIHILIST SPASM BAND 1:11:45

6M ago1:11:45

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Today, Friendly Rich drops a surprise new recording on all streaming services, FRIENDLY RICH sings the NIHILIST SPASM BAND, honouring the legendary noise makers from London, Ontario. Accompanied by Klaas Hubner, Nichol S. Robertson and Michael Ward-Bergeman, this episode delves deep into the making of this noisy tribute recording. There are also re…

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The Nihilist Spasm Band (encore episode) 57:54

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As we prepare for something special next week, we thought it would be fun to re-release this episode 76 of Industry Tactics, a feature on the great Canadian noise band, The Nihilist Spasm Band, originally published in September 2019. Enjoy!By Friendly Rich

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EP. 199 - KLAAS HUBNER 1:31:31

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From pig farms, to ceiling fans, to electromagnetic fields, Klaas Hubner is a unique sound artist who has his own way of doing things. From growing up on his parents’ farm in the small villageof Obershagen, Germany to now living in New Orleans, Louisiana, we get into the brilliant mind of Klaas Hubner! He has a new recording "Music for Ceiling Fan …

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EP. 198 - MOCKY 1:05:57

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Right out the gate, Dominic Salole aka MOCKY, dives into several tactics, from how to stay engaged as an artist, to some beautiful approaches to production and creativity. From Toronto to Los Angeles, Mocky brings the wisdom in this episode. With a beautiful new recording on the horizon, we delve into his incredible career, having produced so many …

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EP. 197 - CRIS DERKSEN 1:14:04

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We dive into the rich career of cellist/composer Cris Derksen. We talk about everything from musicians' health to classism in classical music. We even get a sneak peak into Cris' upcoming 4th release, "The Visit", due out this Fall. Dig in to this lovely chat with the prolific, Cris Derksen.By Friendly Rich

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Australia’s Unexpected Defender - Jamieson O’Reilly 1:15:59

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Jamieson O’Reilly’s life is a gripping tale of transformation. Growing up in one of Australia’s most disadvantaged communities, he was surrounded by crime, addiction, and violence from an early age. With a family legacy tied to organized crime, it seemed inevitable that he’d follow the same path. By his teens, he was involved in petty theft and lat…

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ep. 196 - JG THIRLWELL 57:19

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This week on Industry Tactics, we dive into the prolific career of none other than JG Thirlwell. From his early days as Foetus, to Xordox, composing for film, television (Archer, Venture Brothers, etc...) and much more, this episode is rich with wisdom for any aspiring creative. Enjoy!By Friendly Rich

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EP. 195 - MARSELLA DUNCAN [special edition] 50:01

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Friendly Rich MARSELLA and Christine DUNCAN are set to release a new LP of original duet songs titled "BRIGHT". In this special episode of Industry Tactics, Friendly Rich interviews Christine Duncan and producer Kevin Breit on their journey in making this unique recording. BRIGHT features the Upper York Mandolin Orchestra, and it releases internati…

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EP. 194 - ARIF MIRABDOLBAGHI 1:10:59

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An incredible chat with bassist and all around super human, Arif Mirabdolbaghi. From Whitby to Tehran, we get into it. We unpack Arif's path, playing in Protest the Hero and other bands in Canada, through to his journey to Iran and his incredible musical output since.By Friendly Rich

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EP. 193 - DIANE ROBLIN 1:21:48

9M ago1:21:48

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A breath of fresh air! This interview with the great pianist, composer and bandleader, Diane Roblin really showcases the many lanes she occupies in music. We unpack her new album "A Breath of Fresh Air", talk about her multiple collaborations, and what keeps her inspired to keep creating. What a heartfelt, fluid interview with Diane Roblin.…

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EP. 192 - JULIAN MAYORGA 1:12:45

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What a treat to get speak with the great indie sensation, Julian Mayorga. From his studio in Madrid, this interview unpacks his amazing career, and his latest gem of an album CHAK CHAK CHAK CHAK. We discuss cowardice, composition, aging parents, poets, rats eating rich people's bones and much, much more!…

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EP. 191 - HELEN GILLET 1:12:47

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Join us for a joyous ride through the life and career of cellist and songwriter, Helen Gillet from her home in New Orleans. We get into the art of looping, anti-fascist musical works, long time collaborations and much more. Helen is a DIY workhorse with 14 albums under her belt. Buckle up, we're driving stick shift with one of the greats for over a…

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EP. 190 - TOM RICHARDS 1:07:50

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A special return visit from Tom Richards, who is set to release a new triple album in early March. Monophilia is a 30 minute triple-album and installation piece which will be presented at the Halifax Library for Cecilia Concerts' Sensory Accessible Music series. Was great to catch up with Tom and talk about new and innovative ways to release truly …

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EP. 189 - CHIK WHITE 1:10:28

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From his space in Chezzetcook, on the rural coast of Nova Scotia, Friendly Rich catches up with Darcy Spidle, aka Chik White. A lovely saunter through his career as a sound artist and sound explorer. Darcy has toured the world performing his unique sound, lately as a solo artist on jaw harp and other. His latest recording "Clowning the Town" is a f…

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E48: On Women's work, Ecology and deconstructing Patriarchy with Alex Cachia 57:49

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As we prepare for our upcoming women's retreat we discuss our inspiration about creating safe spaces for women to heal. The importance of connection to nature and ecology in this work and how the land, crafting and playfulness can help us heal the wounds of patriarchy.

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EP. 188 - ROB MOSHER 1:14:24

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What a time catching up with the great Rob Mosher from his apartment in New York City. We get into a heavy conversation about collaboration, carrousels, 8-bit chips and a case of egg nog. Put on your festive sweaters and let's get into some serious tactics with the creative force, Rob Mosher!By Friendly Rich

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EP. 187 - JULIET PALMER 1:09:01

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Juliet Palmer’s music has come to life under a highway off-ramp, in a swimming pool, in the plastic flotsam of a remote beach and in concert halls across North America, Europe and Oceania. Originally from Aotearoa New Zealand, Juliet makes her home in Toronto where she is artistic director of Urbanvessel, a platform for interdisciplinary collaborat…

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EP. 186 - TIM SHIA 1:19:31

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We get into the nooks n' crannies with Tim Shia, drummer and creator extraordinaire in this episode of Industry Tactics. Tim leads The Worst Pop Band Ever, who will soon be celebrating their 20th year anniversary in 2025. He's also very active on the Toronto jazz scene. What a joy to discuss family, health, industry nonsense and much more with the …

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EP. 185 - RACHAEL CARDIELLO 1:09:58

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ZINNIA is the extended art of Rachael Cardiello - a classically trained violist raised in the mountains of Montana who has spent half her life touring performing and recording in Toronto as a session player. ZINNIA can often be found in full band collaboration with Chris Pruden, Kat McLevey and Mackenzie Longpre. ZINNIA's upcoming album Dollar Stor…

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How To Get Your Press Release Noticed - With Natalie Sutton 24:45

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As long as it’s good news, there isn’t a business owner in the world who wouldn’t want their company or product to be featured in the press. But with journalists receiving scores of cold pitches per day and responding to a tiny fraction of them, it’s often an aspiration that remains unfulfilled. Which is why I’m so pleased to be joined by Natalie S…

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3.4 Cerdic the Founder of England by Paul Harper 27:35

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Alfred the Great believed that the House of Wessex stretched back to the earliest days of Anglo Saxon England, to the early 6th century, and that the founder was a warrior - Cerdic. But Alfred was a master of propaganda, and was concerned to position Wessex as the most prestigous of all the kingdoms. So did Cerdic actually exist, or just another fo…

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Finding Stories In Data For Promotion And Defense - With Alex Waddington 31:27

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There has never been so much data floating around and accessible to the public, and with AI, the ability for anyone to analyse this data and make sense of it has never been easier. Along with the opportunity for organisations to use data as part of their own promotional activity, there’s also the challenge of the data uncovering other stories which…

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EP. 184 - BRIAN MARSELLA 1:07:24

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Friendly Rich Marsella sits down with his long lost American cousin, Brian Marsella for a deep chat about why we music! Brian fell in love with it at the early age of 3, growing up in Philadelphia and has not looked back. Performing alongside so many greats, including John Zorn, Cyro Baptista, Trevor Dunn and so many more, Brian Marsella has establ…

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Using Google Search Console Like A Pro - With Dan White 27:48

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There are a wealth of tools available to anyone who wants to improve the visibility of their website on Google. But one tool that’s often overlooked by business owners is Google Search Console. Not only does it provide a tonne of useful data, straight from the horse’s mouth, it’s also free. Which is why I’m so pleased to be joined by Dan White, an …

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Making The Most Out Of Email Marketing - With Nicola Paul 21:10

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As industries go, retail is pretty cutthroat. Yes, there’s lots of potential customers, but there’s also a tonne of competition, often with very little differentiation, all of which leads to very tight margins. So, for marketing to work in retail it’s got to be effective and efficient, and with some research suggesting that email marketing delivers…

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EP. 183 - EIYN SOF 58:18

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Such a lovely time speaking with Melissa Boraski, aka Eiyn Sof from Waterloo, Ontario. We get into a rich body of work that spans decades and genres! This episode is full of goodies, we talk comfort levels, muppets, improv, collaborations with Rick White and much, much more. Dig in to this wonderful discussion with an incredible artist, Eiyn Sof.…

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Turning Words Into Powerful Tools With Olly Davy 35:10

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Every brand uses words in some shape or form to communicate with their audience. But most are so bland and full of corporate jargon that hardly anyone takes notice. Which is why I’m so pleased to be joined by brand message and voice specialist Olly Davy to explore how you can transform words into powerful tools that tap into the deepest motivations…

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SEO Myths and Misconceptions - With Natalie Slater 24:06

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In this episode, SEO consultant Natalie Slater dives deep into the persistent myths and misconceptions surrounding SEO, discusses the impact of recent Google updates AI content, and shares essential tips for managing successful website migrations. In this episode, we discuss: Some myths and misconceptions about SEO How AI content has been impacted …

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3.3 Seasons 43:34

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How people in Anglo Saxon England viewed the seasons that meant so much to their health, happiness and survival. From the iron-bound Winter, to the freedom and bounty of summer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Direct Response Emails That Deliver Results - With Katja Mokotar 23:43

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Despite rumours of its demise, email marketing continues to be one of the most cost-effective ways for businesses to reach, and sell to their customers. But, like many things in marketing, there’s a huge difference between the results you can achieve with a great email strategy vs one that’s merely OK. In this episode, I’m joined by Katja Mokotar, …

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Giving Alms 20:48

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How should Christians give to the needy? Paul Sutton explores this question in the final episode of a series on Christian giving.By Paul Sutton

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Website Content That Generates Leads And Revenue, Not Just Traffic - With Francesco Baldini 18:52

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When it comes to getting your website to the top of Google, creating content that’s relevant and helpful for the searcher’s query is critical. But with infinite options for content you could create, how can marketers prioritise content that’s going to drive leads and revenue and not just traffic? In this episode, I’m joined by freelance SEO consult…

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Insights for Innovation and Growth Through Market Research with Angela Richmond 30:24

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In this episode, David is joined by Angela Richmond, founder of Red Fox Research, who explores the crucial role of market research in developing new products, expanding into new markets, and refining messaging to better align with the target audience. Angela shares her extensive experience in B2B and technology sectors, discussing the nuances of bo…

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E47: Erika Gagnon on becoming your own greatest healer whilst walking a medicine path 1:05:05

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Erika Gagnon is a wisdom carrier and spiritual elder who helps people access their own ability to heal. In this conversation she shares some of her personal stories, her concerns about the future of plant medicines and how we can come into more harmony and balance upon this planet.This episodes starts with a prayer.…

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Giving Freewill Offerings 19:58

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I've argued that giving a tenth of all your increase to God is an obligation, but what about other giving beyond the tithe? The freewill offering is the topic of this episode of For All The Saints.By Paul Sutton

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EP. 182 - PRIMPCE 1:05:35

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Friendly Rich recently sat down with Alex Brownstein-Carter and David Sigler of the band Primpce. They discussed the inspiration for their new recording "The Beauty of Blisterpacks" (Urglehorse) coming out July 26, 2024. We talk about touring, New Orleans, freshly getting married, freshly getting COVID and so much more. Prepare yourselves to get PR…