Best Astute Podcasts (2026)

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Shooting in Octave 52:46

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When life is rough and the sky seems darkest, love can be the flickering candle that keeps the gloom at bay... But love can bring its own troubles as well. When a silver-tongued rogue from the Outback finds love in the arms of a school teacher with a troubled past in a Mojave boomtown, they learn just how quickly their luck can change. Screams ring…

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She Walks My Halls 36:58

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Oh, how strong the sway of guilt & grief can be... Within this collection of passionate love letters shine the remnants of a once great mind, the staunch downward spiral of mental and emotional decline, the wails of the restless dead, and the silence of a lover scorned. What truly haunted this poor soul to the point he had withdrawn from the world:…

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Standard Procedure 33:16

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In the heart of a clandestine agency, brave men and women detain and protect us from beings beyond comprehension. Avi Santarossa, a junior analyst within The Agency gives 110% in the hope of one day being promoted to a full-fledged field agent. One day she finally gets her chance to prove herself and lead an interrogation of a peculiar visitor that…

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'Twas the Eve of Midwinter 8:56

1y ago8:56

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Sit at my feet as I tell you this tale; of the foes that inhabit the sleet, snow, and hail. The dark half has come, eat and drink 'til you feel sick; stay locked up inside, and keep watch for Grim Nick... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Anthony Demare & Tom Sloboda

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The Last Valkyrie 28:54

1y ago28:54

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Wealth nor Power makes a person decent; it is the nature of one's character & the consequences of their actions. This is the lesson learned by a treasured few at the least expected moment. On a strange and fantastical world, during a brutal pirate raid on a pleasure cruiser of wealthy elites, a lone adventurer takes it upon themself to intercede...…

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Astute in One's Studies 40:49

1y ago40:49

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Nothing is more important than a good education... But most fail to realize its importance until they have floundered their opportunity. Jakobe Gaunt is one such individual; a slacker to most, an online celebrity to some, and rather obnoxious to all. While meddling with powers beyond his comprehension, Jakobe finds himself with a rare opportunity t…

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Howling on the Wind 26:01

1y ago26:01

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When the Autumn winds bluster and the night fast approaches; spirits of the slain & forsaken go hunting... Richard and Blake have been dealt a bad hand in life. Desperate for funds, they are forced to become stickup men, threatening their victims at knifepoint. One autumn night, things go wrong and the two thugs find themselves facing a mysterious …

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The Proper Instruction 40:13

1y ago40:13

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A new verbal blood sport is all the rage, as is its reigning champion; but the more he speaks, the less sure of his motive you may become. Thomas Nichols is the reigning champion of the fast-growing underground sport known as Repartee. His quick rise to success has gained him more enemies, yet no repercussions have crossed his wake. A silver-tongue…

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Burning Honor 55:57

1y ago55:57

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Political Conspiracy, Military Conquest, and Religious Zealotry reign supreme in this Fantasy-Drama Epic. When Ignatius, Commander of the Ninth Legion of the Golden Imperium, lies bleeding to death on a battlefield in the distant north, he waits for death to find him. Instead, a mysterious woman finds him, humming and muttering to herself, and tend…

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Julie Douglas, President, DealerPay 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

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Dealer Pay offers a wide variety of services to keep your business running efficiently. Our dealer-specific solutions cover more than just simple payment processing. We have innovative services to help you manage all facets of your dealership. From sales and accounting, to service and customer retention, Dealer Pay makes for happy employees and loy…

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The Nameless Chronicles: Trailer (Season 1) 4:06

1+ y ago4:06

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Welcome, one and all, to a truly unique narrative experience. Stay a spell, listen closely, and enrapture yourself in the auras of vengeance, conspiracy, fear, respect, and adventure that await you in the coming weeks. Step into my parlor, make yourself at home, and allow your mind to ponder what awaits you within... The Nameless Chronicles. Learn …

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Best experiences 8:42

1+ y ago8:42

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So in this episode, I dive into how we can sometimes use our best experiences in life negatively, by constantly comparing new moments to those peak experiences and diminishing the joy of the present. I reflect on a friend's amazing trip to Japan and how anticipating my own trip is part of living in the now. I talk about the trap of always measuring…

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Hacks 12:02

1+ y ago12:02

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In this episode of IMO, we explore the concept of "hacks" and their role in learning and achievement across generations. The discussion delves into the difference between traditional, effort-intensive learning methods and the quick-win mentality of hacking.By edge

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just an audio biteBy edge

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Time Machine: Van & Schenck 36:31

1+ y ago36:31

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Welcome to our first "Time Machine" episode of Senior Stories! This episode, we travel back to December of 1916, a time when some of the earliest recorded artists in world history were making music that is as apealing and relevant as music in our current time! Jump in your Delorean and lets visit Vaudville in the great Jazz Age. Great Scott! Lets m…

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Harlie the Balladeer Part 3 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

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Part 3: Join us as we explore the multifaceted life of Harlie Ferguson. From his time as a soldier in Vietnam to being a musician in Austin, Texas, Harlie's story is one of resilience and creativity. He found success as a jingle writer in Nebraska and later worked in radiology, showcasing his diverse talents and dedication to helping others. Tune i…

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Harlie the Balladeer Part 2 32:52

1+ y ago32:52

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Part 2 - Join us as we explore the multifaceted life of Harlie Ferguson. From his time as a soldier in Vietnam to being a musician in Austin, Texas, Harlie's story is one of resilience and creativity. He found success as a jingle writer in Nebraska and later worked in radiology, showcasing his diverse talents and dedication to helping others. Tune …

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Harlie the Balladeer 30:59

1+ y ago30:59

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Part 1 of 3: Join us as we explore the multifaceted life of Harlie Ferguson. From his time as a soldier in Vietnam to being a musician in Austin, Texas, Harlie's story is one of resilience and creativity. He found success as a jingle writer in Nebraska and later worked in radiology, showcasing his diverse talents and dedication to helping others. T…

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Ep.184 3 Guys Walk Into A Podcast - Confessions of the podcasters! 2:08:26

1+ y ago2:08:26

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Join us for a candid and insightful discussion as three seasoned photography podcasters— Dave Clayton (He Shoots, He Draws), Kersten Luts (Camera Shake podcast) and Steve Brazill (Behind the Shot) — we share our experiences, challenges, and triumphs in creating and maintaining our own design and photography podcasts. In this episode, we delve into …

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The Astute Paul Durbin 3 46:44

1+ y ago46:44

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Paul has quite a story to tell! From serving in Vietnam to his philosophy on mathematics, his story is one you do not want to miss!By TJ Chrastil / OPE Podcast Group

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The Astute Paul Durbin 2 33:05

1+ y ago33:05

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Paul has quite a story to tell! From serving in Vietnam to his philosophy on mathematics, his story is one you do not want to miss!By TJ Chrastil / OPE Podcast Group

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The Astute Paul Durbin 32:01

1+ y ago32:01

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Paul has quite a story to tell! From serving in Vietnam to his philosophy on mathematics, his story is one you do not want to miss!By TJ Chrastil / OPE Podcast Group

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Brendan Hurley, Co-Owner/Manager, Astute RM 33:03

2y ago33:03

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The mission: To better meet the needs of dealership groups, BDC-based sales departments, mobile workforces, server-less infrastructures, and sales departments with high employee churn at a price point that can weather a contracting economy.By Sharon Kitzman

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Ken Schwartz, Founder, LPR Media 25:40

2y ago25:40

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At LPR Media we believe that as the “experts”, the risk should be on us if an advertising campaign does not work. Otherwise, all a dealership is buying is a promise. That is why LPR Media offers its TRUE Bird Dog program. There are no setup or startup fees. Dealers can make their campaigns conquest only. Simply, LPR Media works on a 100% straight c…

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Eric Schlesinger, Chief Revenue Officer, ActivEngage. 24:46

2y ago24:46

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To help make digital conversations with dealerships more engaging, empathetic, and empowering. To enhance the automotive retail customer experience and replicate authentic, in-the-showroom relationships.By Sharon Kitzman

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Tom Roberton, Vice President of Marketing, Snap21 26:12

2y ago26:12

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No matter the industry, your business needs terrific online reviews and satisfied customers sharing their great experiences with friends and family about you on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google, and via email. Snap21 is a simple-to-use product that will yield you immediate results. Snap21 is cumulatively capturing reviews from 4 out of 10 custo…

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David Malone, Chief Sales Officer, TotalCX 24:00

2y ago24:00

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TotalCX is a comprehensive approach to customer experience management and combines automation, AI technology, ongoing training, real-time assessments, and staff augmentation. Including the company’s award-winning Hosted Phone System, enabling organizations to scale more easily and collaborate more effectively. Our exclusive technology captures and …

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The Indomitable Rose B. Van Natta 46:01

2y ago46:01

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This episode, the inagural episode of the podcast, features Alicia Chrastil, niece of Rose B. Van Natta, as she recites her late aunts story from a transcript written by her aunt. Rose, born in 1899, describes her upbringing in Kansas and provides a glimpse of what life on the prairie was like.By TJ Chrastil / OPE Podcast Group

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Ben Ayed, Founder & CEO, AutoService AI. 24:48

2y ago24:48

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AutoService AI Inc. specializes in voice A.I. powered customer self-service. They are dedicated to innovation, they consistently break the mold in customer interaction design, and they strive to enable brands to deliver rich customer experiences. Connect with us! Website: https://www.dominiondms.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vuedm…

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Adam Alfia, Founder & Managing Director, Real Time Feedback 19:56

2y ago19:56

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Real Time Feedback allows your customers to easily and privately communicate with business management in real-time – that is when they are experiencing your business, and not after they leave.By Sharon Kitzman

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Mary Grothe, Chief Revenue Officer, PNI•HCM 28:33

2y ago28:33

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The All-in-One Payroll & HR Platform Built for Today's Workforce. Get the people operations resources and the HR support you need to create the experience your employees deserve.By Sharon Kitzman

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Ep.183 ESSARAITCH - Sharon Harrison Talks TikTok and Business 1:07:17

2+ y ago1:07:17

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Join myself and owner of EssarAitch, Sharon Harrison, talking about putting your working life on TikTok and developing a following to help your business. Sharon posts her daily life in her office, the trials, tribulations, fun and feedback. Not many people are super natural on camera but she makes it feel like you are part of her business life and …

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Zach Dunham, Director of Business Development, AIB 17:50

2+ y ago17:50

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AIB, Inc. is a leading software developer and supply distributor for the automotive retail industry. Our industry knowledge and technical expertise combined with our innovative culture and customer-focused values have enabled us to consistently deliver highly successful solutions to automotive retail dealerships for more than 20 years. We have over…

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Austin Talley, Founder & CEO, Everyware. 17:56

2+ y ago17:56

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Everyware’s secure and consumer-friendly invoicing, messaging, and payments platform helps companies to get paid faster.By Sharon Kitzman

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Jed McCarthy, President, Scan123. 16:00

2+ y ago16:00

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Scan123 is a SaaS-based company located in Portland, Oregon. We provide a document management platform allowing businesses to quickly, easily, and securely store, find, and share their files while maintaining regulatory compliance.By Sharon Kitzman

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Matt Raymond, Chief Operating Officer, Bowtie Solutions. 16:00

2+ y ago16:00

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As an extension of your team, our Automotive Call Center Solution allows your team to put down the phone, sell, and service in the lane – without the overhead or headache.By Sharon Kitzman

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Jack McMahon, General Manager, CMT Scanner. 16:32

2+ y ago16:32

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We provide the automotive industry a fully integrated vehicle damage assessment and repair solution with market-leading scanning technology, automated reporting systems, and highly skilled repair technicians.By Sharon Kitzman

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David Phillips, Founder & President, Crypton. 16:11

2+ y ago16:11

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We have built in the resources you need to sign, send, and securely store documents from easy-to-use templates to audit trails and team management features.By Sharon Kitzman

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Skip Soucie, Chief Executive Officer, Edifice Automotive Marketing 17:37

2+ y ago17:37

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After over 30 years of working in auto retail, Skip Soucie founded Edifice with a mission: to provide car dealerships with marketing solutions that increase sales, not just clicks or impressions.By Sharon Kitzman

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Scott Morley, Founder & President, 360-Five Digital 19:17

2+ y ago19:17

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As the Founder and President, Scott brings over 20 years of executive-level leadership experience within Merchant services. Scott founded 360-Five Digital in October 2021, and has managed various high-risk merchant accounts ranging from monthly processing of $10,000 to $20 million. Each time creating a customized solution that best satisfies the ne…

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Michael Byrd, Senior Vice President of Sales, Informativ. 18:03

2+ y ago18:03

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Informativ offers credit report, lead enrichment, and compliance solutions to the automotive and general consumer finance industries across the United States. The company’s secure, cloud-based products focus on generating higher-quality leads and optimizing and automating the consumer finance qualification process with a heavy emphasis on complianc…

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Rudy Leyva, Head of Enterprise Division, ProsPay 11:53

2+ y ago11:53

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Offering a wide comprehensive line of payment processing solutions for all kinds of businesses. Merchant Accounts, Credit Card, Debit Card, Contactless Payments (NFC), Apple Pay, Google Wallet, Smart Card Chip (EMV) and EBT, Check Acceptance through Telecheck, Restaurant & Retail POS (Point Of Sale) Hardware and Software Solutions. ProsPay offers c…

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Mike Wales, Senior Enterprise Consultant, Paychex. 15:06

2+ y ago15:06

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Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ: PAYX) is a leading provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, benefits, human resources, and insurance services.By Sharon Kitzman

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Todd Gilbreath, National Sales Director, Dealership For Life. 21:17

2+ y ago21:17

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Since 2004 Dealership For Life has assisted dealers in creating custom programs to brand their businesses, administrate their programs, train their staff, and produce retention and sales/service profits that set new standards in the industry.By Sharon Kitzman

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Ep.182 James Barnard - 1 Year On - From TikTok to Adobe Max 1:02:53

2+ y ago1:02:53

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James Barnard is back! One year on, exactly, we chat about how his world has changed so much since we first spoke, his TikTok and Instagram presence was flourishing but so much has happened in the past 12 months for him that I wanted to really do a recap with him and see how is world is today, both business and as a recognisable influence on the de…

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Mirza Baig, Founder & President, PayMaple. 17:54

2+ y ago17:54

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PayMaple delivers Workflow Payment Optimization which are customized to your particular business. They employ dynamic API’s and a simple configurable Payment UI that incorporates Retail, B2B, and eCommerce for a truly unique Omni-Channel experience.By Sharon Kitzman

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Emily Henry, romcom Queen and author of the #1 NYT Bestseller, HAPPY PLACE 1:04:10

2+ y ago1:04:10

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On today’s season finale we welcome the delightful Emily Henry, author of bestsellers Beach Read, Book Lovers, People We Meet on Vacation and, most recently the #1 NYT Bestselling Happy Place. Alyssa and Emily vibe out talking about romcom inspiration, fancasting, the ways art informs life (and vice versa), writing complex, imperfect love interests…

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Haley Jakobson, author of the astute and funny OLD ENOUGH 33:33

2+ y ago33:33

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Happy Pride from Books Connect Us! In honor of Pride, today’s guest is Haley Jakobson, author of the astute and funny bisexual debut Old Enough, on sale June 20. Carolina chats with Haley about all things identity: finding ourselves while we’re still “hurtling towards the person we’re becoming,” utilizing language and harnessing stories to explore …

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Jason Carroll, VP of Strategy and Product, Preferred Payments. 13:55

2+ y ago13:55

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Preferred Payments is a secure platform and API to accept payments, grow revenue and scale your business.By Sharon Kitzman

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SUMMER READING SPECIAL! (with Carolina + Alyssa) 30:59

2+ y ago30:59

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Join us for a super-fun, laugh-out-loud Summer Reading Picks episode! Carolina and Alyssa talk: books they love, books they can’t wait to read, horror movies, celebs they went to high school with, tips for writing, finding inspiration and reading al fresco. CAROLINA RECOMMENDS: Natural Beauty by Ling Ling: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/7…