Best Roar Podcast Productions Podcasts (2025)

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How to Improve Your Shopify Conversion Rate with Pip Hounslow 23:09

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2h ago23:09

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In this episode of the Resilient Retail Game Plan, I’m joined by Shopify web design expert Pip Hounslow for a deep dive into website conversion rates. We chat about what’s considered “normal”, why your conversion rate might be lower than you’d expect, and the small tweaks that can make a big difference to your sales. Pip also shares tips on improvi…

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How Bird and Blend Turned Tea into an Experience at Retail ROAR with Mike Turner 36:47

6d ago36:47

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It’s no secret I’m a big fan of Bird & Blend, so chatting with co-founder Mike Turner at Retail ROAR was a real treat. From a single market stall to 25+ shops across the UK, Mike and his co-founder Krisi have built something truly unique. In this episode—a sneak peek from our Retail ROAR 2025 summit—Mike shares how Bird & Blend grew from iced tea s…

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Turn Comments Into Sales: Using Social Listening to Grow Revenue with Brooke Sellas 31:44

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What if your next sale is hiding in your Instagram comments? This week on the podcast, I’m diving into social listening and social care with the brilliant Brooke Sellas, founder of B Squared Media and host of the Social Media CX Podcast. We get into the real reason you need to respond to those “Do you ship to ___?” questions—and how your answers co…

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#16.The Dread Act - 1974 Part 2 13:32

14d ago13:32

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In this final episode of our two-part series on the Dread Act of 1974, Earl Steven Forester explores the courageous resistance that fought back against the law criminalizing the Rastafarian way of life. From underground movements to international advocacy, discover how this battle for justice ultimately led to the repeal of the Act in 1982. Tune in…

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It’s Not You, It’s Your Stock System 24:41

20d ago24:41

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If managing your stock feels like a total guessing game, you’re not alone. And it’s not your fault. In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many product business owners feel completely overwhelmed by stock decisions and what you can start doing about it. We’re talking about: Why “gut instinct” isn’t a stock strategy The silent cost of overbuying …

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#15. The Dread Act 1974 - Roots Of Repression Part 1 10:16

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An island in the Caribbean trembles with unrest. In Dominica, one of the region’s most controversial laws is enacted: The Dread Act. Officially, it targets “subversive elements.” In reality, it’s a direct strike against the growing Rastafari movement. In this two-part episode, Earl Steven Forester takes us back to a Dominica gripped by political tu…

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5 Lessons in Growing with Your Customers from Retail ROAR with Claire Burrows 27:58

27d ago27:58

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Get a look at how one founder built a product business with staying power. This episode is a sneak peek into Retail ROAR, my free annual virtual summit for product business owners. I’m joined by Claire Burrows, founder of Air & Grace. She shares how she built a values-led footwear brand known for comfort, quality, and loyal customers. We talk about…

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#14. Rise and Roar - Honouring the woman 12:38

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Tune in for a timeless reminder that the road to progress is far from over, and each of us has a part to play in shaping a future built on respect and equality. In a world where women's rights and gender equality are still ongoing struggles, we must continually challenge the systems that perpetuate inequality. Across the globe, women face barriers …

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The Man Who Made Garlits: Setto Postoian and Drag Racing's First Top Fuel Rivalry 37:06

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He's a man who have likely never heard of, Serop "Setto" Postoian, an early top fuel master who helped to make Don Garlits. Postoian was among the earliest stars in a young sport. Motivated, fearless, and every bit the match for the man who would eventually become known as the greatest drag racer of all time. The rivalry between Garlits and Postoia…

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Ludicrous Speed: The Racing and Land Speed Record Tractors of the 1930s 14:58

29d ago14:58

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This is a look back, 90+ years back into the history of speed to check out the exploits and impact of the amazing racing tractors created by the Allis-Chalmers company in the 1930s that literally changed the world by racing and chasing land speed records. These were the first tractors with rubber inflatable tires and that changed the farming game a…

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Harnessing Hell: A History Of Top Fuel Clutch Technology 1950-1970 35:15

29d ago35:15

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This is the story of how early drag racers developed the clutch technology that has ultimately lead to the engineering wonders in today's 11,000hp top fuel dragsters and nitro funny cars. It is the story of experimentation, of failure, of accidents, and of success. The development of the multi-disc, centrifugally controlled clutch was incremental i…

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Storytelling That Sells (Without Sounding Salesy) with Char Dixon 30:29

1M ago30:29

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Storytelling gets talked about a lot, but what does it actually look like day to day? With AI-generated content flooding our feeds, original stories are more powerful than ever. Today, Char Dixon is here to tell us why. Char spent two decades in marketing for major retailers before shifting her focus to small businesses. Now she helps founders find…

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#13. The Words We Lose 10:19

1M ago10:19

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In this episode ”The Words We Lose”, Earl Steven Forester explores how language evolves and reflects different cultures, from the Inuit's many words for snow to Japan's "petrichor." It touches on forgotten words and invites listeners to think about the words we may lose and those yet to be discovered. Host: Earl Steven Forester Produced by Mattias …

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How Retail by Design Helped a Founder Fall Back in Love With Her Business with Katie Glickman 26:39

1M ago26:39

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What do you do when your business looks like a success, but doesn’t feel like one? Katie Glickman started Bibbilyboo after struggling to find a bib that worked for her own child. What began with a sewing machine at the kitchen table grew into an award-winning business, with over 64,000 bibs sold and stockists across the UK, including the country’s …

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#12. What Will You Be When You Grow Up? 8:14

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In this reflective and episode, Earl Steven Forester invites listeners to revisit one of life’s earliest — and most enduring — questions: What will you be when you grow up? Blending nostalgia with quiet wisdom, our storyteller explores how this question evolves over time, reminding us that growth doesn’t end with age — and that it's never too late …

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Taking Time Off from Your Retail Business Without Losing Sales 23:54

2M ago23:54

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As a product business owner, taking time off can feel like a luxury you simply can’t afford. There’s always something that needs your attention—customers, orders, stock, marketing. The idea of stepping away can feel more stressful than restful. In this special 250th episode, I’m sharing a rare behind-the-scenes look at my own business. Last month, …

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#11. The Dreamtime and the Heart of the Land 15:01

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In this episode, Earl shares his time in Australia, where he learned about the deep connection between the original inhabitants of the land—the Aboriginal people—and their culture through Dreamtime. He reflects on the importance of these traditions and why they must be preserved in a rapidly changing world. It's a powerful reminder of the wisdom an…

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War For The Woods: The Incredible Effort To Save New England's Forests After The Hurricane of 1938 34:17

2M ago34:17

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When the Hurricane of 1938 struck New England, it was a disaster of proportions unknown to the region at that point. No storm in modern history had wrought more destruction or devastation than that one. Beyond the cities and towns, past the population centers, there was another looming nightmare...the forests. Nearly 1,000 square miles of New Engla…

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The Malcontent: Scotty Fenn's Self-Destruction In Drag Racing 48:13

2M ago48:13

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There are few stories in the history of drag racing that can compare to that of Alfred Gordon Fenn, known as Scotty. He was a visionary and created the first commercial dragster chassis business in the world circa 1958, but his life story goes far, far beyond that. For the first time ever, learn the back story, learn the success story, his precipit…

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The Buffum V8: America's Long Ago Forgotten First V8 Powered Production Car 14:24

2M ago14:24

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He was a man with dozens of patents to his name, the designer of the first four cylinder car in America, the first eight cylinder car, and the first V-8 production car, but have you ever heard of him? The answer is no. H.H. Buffum was a genius engineer of the late 1800s and early 1900s. He made a fortune making equipment for the shoe manufacturing …

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From Vision to Action with Stock Doctors and Retail By Design 22:45

2M ago22:45

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Today, I’m joined by luxury knitwear designer Genevieve Sweeney, who’s been part of both our Retail By Design mastermind and the Stock Doctors programme. In this conversation, she shares how those programmes helped her move a long-held idea into action, which was bringing part of her production in-house after nearly a decade in business. It’s a shi…

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#10. The Firsts and The Lasts 12:47

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Life is made up of fleeting moments—some we cherish, others we don’t even realize are slipping away. We chase firsts, marking milestones as if they define us. But what about the lasts? The final time we hold a loved one’s hand, share a laugh, or walk a familiar path without knowing we’ll never return? Host: Earl Steven Forester Produced by Mattias …

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Navigating Cash Flow and Paying Yourself as You Scale Your Product Business 29:41

2M ago29:41

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Grab your essential FREE guide - How to clear excess stock without damaging your brand. ----- What do you do when your business grows, but your pay doesn’t? It’s a common issue for product business owners. Today, we’re talking about how to pay yourself sustainably. Paying yourself from your product business isn’t always straightforward. In this epi…

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Ep.43 Brook Patton 37:21

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Former Piedmont Women's Tennis player Brook Patton as we talk about the difficulty coming into college as a student-athlete during Covid, the importance of winning the CCS Championship in her senior year, and the importance of mental health in the sport of tennis.…

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#9. The Proust Effect 9:00

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In this episode, Earl Steven Forester reflects on howsenses like sounds and smells can awaken forgotten memories and emotions from the past. Through his personal musings, he invites listeners to think about their own experiences of suddenly being transported back in time. It’s a quiet reminder of the small moments that connect us to life and our me…

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Ep.42 Avery McAllister 35:07

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Former Piedmont Women's Basketball player & Current Clemson University Student Athletic Trainer Avery McAllister as we talk about when she realized she wanted to switch from being an athlete to helping them, how even though she's not an athlete anymore she still feels apart of a team, and how she realized …

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Stuck at Six Figures? Why Retailers Must Shift Gears to Scale (Without Burning Out) 24:03

2M ago24:03

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Join my Free Webinar - Scale To 7 Figures Without The Overwhelm on Wednesday April 30, 2025, at 10am UK time. Discover proven strategies that help you grow your business sustainably and profitably. ------- In this episode, I’m breaking down a hard truth for product-based business owners: What got you here, won’t get you there. If you're a retailer …

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#8. Brushstrokes of Eternity 13:36

2M ago13:36

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Step into the quiet glow of memory and imagination as Earl Steven Forester takes you on a deeply personal journey to the heart of art itself. In this episode, he recalls a transformative moment before Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper—reflecting on its beauty, legacy, and the power of the final brushstroke. A warm, contemplative story about art, …

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Ep.41 Bailey Wiseman & Caleb Lesch 42:11

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Today, On The Live Tap I interview Piedmont Men's Basketball players Bailey Wiseman & Caleb Lesch as we talk about this past basketball season and how their record didn't show how good the team actually was, how having so many road games affected themselves and the team but also bought them closer, and why your sport shouldn't be what you determine…

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Ep.40 Brent Sherman & Charles Parnell 47:27

3M ago47:27

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Men's Tennis players Brent Sherman & Charles Parnell as we talk about how their families got them into the sport of tennis, a deep look into their season so far and the CCS Tournament being a week away, and the physical and mental warfare the sport of tennis can have on you.…

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How Retailers Can Use TikTok to Boost Visibility and Sales – Tips from Penny Walker 25:38

3M ago25:38

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Grab your essential FREE guide - How to clear excess stock without damaging your brand. ----- Thinking about using TikTok for your retail business, but unsure where to start—or if it's worth your time? In this week's episode, I talk to Penny Walker, TikTok strategist and founder of BarBrusa Social, about how to get started (or smarter) on the app. …

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#7. The Forest Within Us 11:16

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I’ve lived long enough to know—we’ve lost touch with something ancient. In this episode, I take you back to the quiet woods of my youth, where the earth still spoke and the trees remembered. Maybe, just maybe, the forest still lives in us all. Take a breath. Step outside. Nature is waiting. Host: Earl Steven Forester Produced by Mattias for MABOSA …

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Ep.39 Riley Bryan & Ava Hunter 43:20

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Women's Basketball players Riley Bryan & Ava Hunter as we talk about how successful this past season was winning the CCS Tournament and making the NCAA Tournament, what impact they want to bring to the team going into their senior seasons, and the mental toll a long basketball season can have on y…

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How to Create Irresistible Displays That Drive Sales with Michelle Sherrier 28:45

3M ago28:45

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Grab your essential FREE guide - How to clear excess stock without damaging your brand. ----- You don’t need a hefty budget to create displays that customers can’t resist. How you present your products in a physical space can directly impact how customers shop and what they spend. Whether you’re running a brick-and-mortar store, setting up at pop-u…

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#6. A Friend Like No Other 13:13

3M ago13:13

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In this episode, storyteller and podcast host Earl Steven Forester pays tribute to the unconditional love of animals and the quiet, powerful ways they shape our lives. Through heartfelt memories and tender reflections, we’re reminded of the joy, comfort, and lasting spirit our animal companions leave behind — long after they’re gone. It’s a moving …

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Ep.37 Eric Fewell & Will Isley 42:47

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Men's Lacrosse players Eric Fewell & Will Isley as we talk about the lacrosse team impressive winning streak as of late, How its important they step up this year with such as young team that they have, and how being losing in the championship and being placed second in the USA South preseason poll…

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Ep.36 Greg Neeley 43:59

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Men's Basketball Head Coach Greg Neeley as we discuss Piedmont's past basketball season, the impact the transfer portal has had on college sports, and how he and the team plan on bouncing back going into next season.By Damyon Traylor

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Track the Right Numbers to Reach Your Q2 Goals 23:23

3M ago23:23

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We’re in Q2 already! Time to take a step back, have a proper look at your numbers, and set yourself up for a strong second quarter. In today’s episode, we’re going to chat about why it’s so important to know your numbers right now. Let’s review how Q1 went, make any necessary adjustments, and get you ready for the next 90 days. For many of us, Q2 c…

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#5. An Alternative View of Success 9:33

3M ago9:33

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What does it really mean to succeed? For most of our lives, we’re told that success is something we can measure — money, career, status. But what if it’s something else entirely? In this episode, storyteller and podcast host Earl Steven Forester takes a step back to explore success from a more personal, thoughtful perspective. It’s an honest reflec…

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Ep.35 Danielle Percival 45:55

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Assistant Athletic Director Of Communications Danielle Percival as we talk about how Piedmont gives students an opportunity to start their careers early with the gamed operations crew, her importance to Piedmont Athletics, and how hectic her job can be at times.…

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Ep.34 Cristen Rabern 37:32

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Cheer Head Coach Cristen Rabern as we talk about her journey building the competition cheer team here at Piedmont, the different approach the competition cheer team is taking this year to prepare for Nationals this year, and how her team has helped her be a better coach.…

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The Wholesale Strategies That Took Bare Kind to One Thousand Retailers with Andrew Kemp 29:11

3M ago29:11

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How do you go from zero to over a thousand stockists in under two years? That is exactly what we are talking about today. I am joined by Andrew Kemp, co-founder of Bare Kind and Candid Founders, a YouTube channel helping businesses grow through wholesale. Bare Kind is not your average sock company. They sell socks that save animals, supporting 40 d…

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#4. The Mentors Who Shaped Us 10:46

3M ago10:46

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In this reflective episode, storyteller and podcast host Earl Steven Forester delves into the subtle, lasting impact of childhood mentors — the unsung heroes who shaped our sense of self. From teachers who believed in us before we believed in ourselves, to neighbors whose quiet wisdom spoke louder than words, these guiding figures left footprints t…

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Ep.33 Christian Buckmire 33:27

4M ago33:27

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Women's Assistant Coach Christian Buckmire as we talk about his coaching Journey, Winning the CCS Tournament and making it to the NCAA Tournament, and how Coach Buckmire and Coach Purdy plan on building off of the success from this season going into next season.…

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The Email Strategy That Keeps Customers Coming Back with Hannah Spicer 30:15

3M ago30:15

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Grab your essential FREE guide - How to clear excess stock without damaging your brand. ----- For small businesses, every customer counts. But how do you turn a one-time buyer into a loyal customer? It’s not just in having great products, but it’s in your emails. Today, I’m joined by Hannah Spicer, an email marketing strategist who knows what it ta…

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#3. New Beginning - Swedish emigrants in the land of oppornity - Part 2 19:52

4M ago19:52

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In this episode storyteller and podcast host Earl Steven Forester continues the moving tale of Elias and his wife Anna, who emigrated from Sweden to America in the late 1800s.Join us as we follow their courageous journey — the challenges they face, the sacrifices they make, and the dreams they hold onto as they try to build a new life in an unfamil…

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Ep.32 Isreal Hall & Arturo Overton 29:45

4M ago29:45

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Men's Basketball players Isreal Hall & Arturo Overton as we talk about how their families impacted contributed to them wanting to play basketball, a recap of this past basketball season, and why confidence is an important factor on the basketball court.…

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The Talks You Can't Miss at Retail ROAR 2025 23:56

4M ago23:56

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Signup for the Must-Attend Summit for Small Product Businesses - its FREE and designed for YOUR business! ---- What if I told you that in just two days, you could completely transform the way you run your retail business? After working with countless retailers, I know one thing for sure—the right strategies can make all the difference. And that’s e…

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#2. New Beginning - Swedish emigrants in the land of oppornity - Part 1 16:33

4M ago16:33

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In this heartfelt two-part episode, storyteller and podcast host Earl Steven Forester brings to life the remarkable tale of his ancestors, Elias and Anna, who left their home in Sweden in the late 1800s to seek a new beginning in America. Through vivid storytelling, we follow their hopes, hardships, and the strength it took to build a future in an …

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Ep.31 Matt Williams 1:03:51

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Today, On The Live Tap podcast I interview Piedmont Men's tennis Coach Matt Williams as we talk about his journey to landing his first head coaching job at Piedmont, the fuel he and his team has this season after losing the in the CCS Finals the previous year, and the importance of mental health in the sports world.…