Best Chris Fink Podcasts (2025)

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The Man Who Wasn't There with Jordan Hoffman 2:35:01

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16h ago2:35:01

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This one’s a real enigma - is The Man Who Wasn’t There a film about the alienation of a man who is deeply closeted and searching for connection in a tightly wound post-war world? Is it about a wife guy who doesn’t know how to express his feelings? Is it somehow about how Beethoven was not only deaf but suffered from horrific diarrhea at the end of …

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How long before we see ROI? 10:52

3d ago10:52

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⏳ How Long Before We See ROI from Med Spa SEO? Thinking about investing in SEO for your med spa but wondering when the results will actually show up? You’re not alone. Many owners expect instant wins, but the truth is—SEO is a long-term growth play. In this podcast, we break down realistic timelines for ROI, from the early ranking shifts you can ex…

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O Brother, Where Art Thou? with Emily St. James 2:16:54

8d ago2:16:54

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Those Soggy Bottom Boys really know how to carry a tune! Emily St. James joins us to talk about O Brother, Where Art Thou?, a wonderful film whose reputation was ultimately eclipsed by its octuple-Platinum soundtrack of “old timey” bops. When we’re on track, we’re talking peak Clooney, digital color correction, T. Bone Burnett, and the history of S…

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Med Spa SEO Pricing: What You Should Actually Expect to Pay (and Why It Matters) 11:47

10d ago11:47

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💡 Med Spa SEO Pricing: What You Should Actually Expect to Pay (and Why It Matters) Confused about SEO pricing for your med spa? You’re not alone. With agencies charging anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand per month, it’s hard to know what’s fair—or what will actually deliver results. In this podcast, we break down what goes into SEO pri…

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The Big Lebowski with Seth Rogen 2:49:43

15d ago2:49:43

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It’s the episode you’ve all been waiting for - Seth Rogen joins us to talk about the Coens’ 1998 stoner classic The Big Lebowski. It should come as no surprise that Lebowski has loomed large over Seth’s work as a writer and director, and we’re going in depth on the influence and lasting impact of The Dude. Make yourself a White Russian (but maybe t…

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Where Everyone Belongs: Developing Leadership in Middle School with Sandra Fink 19:29

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Sandra Fink is a physical education teacher in Glendale, California, where she has taught for 36 years. For the past 10 years she has been the coordinator of a leadership program called WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) at Wilson Middle School. The WEB leadership program is designed to help sixth graders transition to middle school with support from eig…

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How to Choose the Right Marketing Agency for Your Med Spa 13:48

16d ago13:48

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✨ How to Choose the Right Marketing Agency for Your Med Spa 🏥 Thinking about hiring a marketing agency but not sure who to trust? The wrong choice can drain your budget, stall growth, and keep you from attracting the clients you want. In this podcast, we reveal the red flags to watch out for, the must-ask questions before signing a contract, and ho…

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Fargo with Zach Cregger 2:52:22

22d ago2:52:22

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Did we get the director of Weapons, another “true story,” on our Fargo episode? You betcha. Zach Cregger joins the Blank Check crew to discuss the Coens’ 1996 masterpiece and we’re going SCENE BY SCENE dissecting this perfect movie. “Minnesota nice,” “Dark Marge,” the Mike Yanagita scene, the origins of Jerry’s overwhelming debt, the inner life of …

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FYIZ 06 - Orenda Fink Reaches into the Darkness 1:07:10

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Longtime musician/current Jungian Depth Coach Orenda Fink's emotional and acerbically witty memoir, The Witch's Daughter—all about her fraught connection with her troubled mother and how that relationship affected her life—is a must-read for anyone interested in what it takes to emerge from a toxic family situation with your identity intact. In thi…

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Why Running Google Ads Without a Website Can Cost You Thousands 8:29

23d ago8:29

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💰 Why Running Google Ads Without a Website Can Cost You Thousands 📉 Thinking of running Google Ads for your med spa without a proper website? You could be throwing away thousands of dollars in ad spend—and missing out on valuable clients. In this podcast, we break down why sending paid traffic to a weak or non-existent website kills your ROI, and w…

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How Much Should You Budget for Digital Marketing in 2025 17:53

24d ago17:53

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💰 How Much Should You Budget for Digital Marketing in 2025? 📈 Not sure how much to invest in SEO, Google Ads, or other online strategies for your med spa next year? In this video, we break down realistic budget ranges, where your money should go, and how to maximize ROI in 2025’s competitive market. From long-term visibility with SEO to fast client…

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The Hudsucker Proxy with Mike Mitchell & Nick Wiger 3:41:00

29d ago3:41:00

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(Gestures at a circle) You know, for kids! Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger of the Doughboys join us for a freewheeling, gut-busting episode about the time Joel Silver gave the Coens a bunch of money to make a “commercial film” and then it ended up being 1994’s The Hudsucker Proxy. A sampling of topics discussed: Paul Newman being hot up until the day …

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Launching the Knight Center for the Future of News at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication 29:46

28d ago29:46

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Dean Battinto Batts and Professor Julia Wallace from Arizona State University join us to talk about the recent launch of the Knight Center for the Future of News at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The Knight Center for the Future of News focuses on creating sustainable models and innovative practices for the journ…

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Med Spa Marketing Compliance Crash Course with Christina Malik 50:11

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📋 Confused about what you can and can’t say in your med spa marketing? In this video, Christina Malik breaks down the essential rules, regulations, and real-world risks every med spa needs to know. 💼⚖️ From HIPAA compliance to FTC advertising guidelines, we’ll cover how to promote your treatments ethically and legally—without risking fines or losin…

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Barton Fink with Chris Weitz 3:27:26

1M ago3:27:26

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Is John Goodman the devil? Is the studio system good, actually? Is it better to be the director of a bomb than it is to be the director of a film that doesn’t exist? Filmmaker (and part of a DGA-sanctioned directing duo) Chris Weitz joins us to talk about Barton Fink, possibly the greatest film ever made about the “art vs. commerce” divide inherent…

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SEO vs Google Ads for Med Spas: Which Should You Invest In First? 18:53

1M ago18:53

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📈 Is your Med Spa struggling to choose between SEO and Google Ads? In this video, we break down the key differences, benefits, and ROI of both strategies—so you can decide where to invest first. 💰 From long-term growth with SEO to quick wins with Google Ads, we’ll cover what works best based on your goals, budget, and how soon you need bookings. Ge…

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Why Med Spa SEO Fails (And How to Fix It) 15:22

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Is your Med Spa’s SEO strategy falling short? In this video, we break down *why Med Spa SEO often fails*—and exactly how to fix it. From overlooked Google Business Profile mistakes to weak content and poor local targeting, discover the critical gaps holding your med spa back from being found online. You’ll get expert insights and practical fixes to…

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Miller's Crossing with Ari Aster 2:09:18

1M ago2:09:18

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It’s a movie about hats, and a movie about giving folks the high hat. It’s also a movie about how Jon Polito is the greatest actor in the world. It’s Miller’s Crossing! Filmmaker Ari Aster (go see Eddington!) joins Griffin and David to discuss the Coen Brothers’ knotty homage to the gangster genre, a film overloaded with memorable characters and wi…

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15 Google Business Profile Post Ideas to Drive Med Spa Bookings 17:25

1M ago17:25

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Is your Med Spa’s Google Business Profile working hard enough for you? In this video, we’ll share 15 proven post ideas that can help turn your listing into a local traffic magnet. Boost your visibility, attract more consultations, and increase bookings with strategic content that works. Don’t miss these expert tips to get found in local searches an…

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Raising Arizona with John Hodgman 2:41:57

2M ago2:41:57

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Jesus Cock, that’s a hot new episode! John Hodgman returns to Blank Check to chat about Raising Arizona, the Coen’s swerve of a follow-up to Blood Simple that trades in the hallmarks of noir for the hallmarks of Looney Tunes. We’re talking about Nic Cage’s sad eyes, Holly Hunter’s year of iconic crying performances, rest stop public pomade, and peo…

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Blood Simple with Ray Tintori & Jordan Fish 2:44:07

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Gather round, folks - it’s time to embark upon a journey through one of the most sterling filmographies in American cinema. Our Coen Brothers series - Pod Country for Old Cast - kicks off with Joel and Ethan’s remarkably assured 1984 debut Blood Simple. Coen experts and hosts of the To The White Sea podcast Ray Tintori and Jordan Fish join us to do…

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Public Relations Is Alive and Kicking 23:08

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Abbie Fink and Adrian McIntyre talk about the crucial role that public relations professionals have a within a well-integrated communications team. They discuss how PR has evolved in response to technological advances in AI and automation, highlighting its importance as a strategic component in modern business. Abbie shares her journey from journal…

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Vamps with Caroline Framke 2:46:25

2M ago2:46:25

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Our Amy Heckerling series comes to an end with 2012’s Vamps, a film produced too late to have an appropriate budget, and too early to be a streaming series. However - we find it charming! Caroline Framke returns to the podcast after 6 years (an eternity for us, but probably a blink for a vampire), and we talk about the pitfalls and pleasures of ete…

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Google Business Profile Secrets: Is Your Med Spa Missing Out on Floods of Local Traffic? 13:38

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Is your Med Spa’s Google Business Profile optimized for success? Learn how to turn your listing into a local traffic magnet and increase your consultations and bookings. Join us for expert tips on getting found in local searches and boosting your online visibility. Ready to grow your Med Spa? Let’s dive in! #TMSA #Themedspaagency #MedSpaMarketing #…

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I Could Never Be Your Woman with Karen Chee 2:21:36

2M ago2:21:36

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Michelle Pfeiffer stars as Amy Heckerling and Paul Rudd stars as ????? in a totally normal movie that might actually be a voodoo curse made against Amy’s enemies. Oh, also Saorise Ronan makes her FILM DEBUT. What a picture! The incomparable Karen Chee joins us to talk about 2007’s I Could Never Be Your Woman, a movie that was financed by a French s…

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Internal Communications: How to Talk (and Listen) to Employees in Uncertain Times with Nikki Little 25:38

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Nikki Little of Franco, a Detroit-based PR agency, joins us to talk about the importance of internal communications during times of crisis or rapid change—in other words, times like these. Join Franco’s 5-Day Challenge and learn how to navigate uncertainty with strategic communication that builds trust, engagement and resilience. Nikki shares tacti…

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28 Years Later 2:52:29

3M ago2:52:29

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Blank Check is going back to the British Isles with Danny Boyle, Alex Garland, and one extraordinarily well-endowed zombie this week as they discuss 28 Years Later. This movie has so much to love in it – wet bones, third-act Ralph Fiennes, Jodie Comer doing a thing, the Angel of the North, Teletubbies, the aforementioned well-endowed zombies, mind-…

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Local SEO for Med Spas: How to Build Service Pages That Actually Convert 11:41

3M ago11:41

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Want More Local Clients for Your Med Spa? It All Starts with SEO. In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most powerful (yet underused) growth strategies for med spas: local SEO—specifically, how to create high-converting service pages that rank and drive bookings. We’ll walk you through how to: Build pages that rank for local searches like “…

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Laser Hair Removal Marketing in 2025: Trends, SEO & Lead Gen Secrets for Med Spas 15:44

3M ago15:44

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Laser hair removal isn’t just trending—it’s a goldmine for med spas. With over 823,000 monthly searches globally, this treatment outpaces Botox and fillers when it comes to consumer demand and lead potential. In this episode, we dive deep into why laser hair removal is one of the highest-converting services for med spas—and how you can capitalize o…

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Loser with Chandler Levack 2:32:48

3M ago2:32:48

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The song. The hat. The…casual date rape?!!? In what should have been Amy Heckerling’s “blank check” after the success of Clueless, 2000’s Loser is a real LOSER. Filmmaker Chandler Levack joins us to chat about this technically-not-a-remake-of-The-Apartment “comedy” that gets college surprisingly wrong. Come for the Wheatus talk, stay for the in-dep…

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Can Vermont Save Gary Kroeger? 29:12

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Send us a text Confused about events in the world right now? Yea we can't help. But wait till you hear about Gary's move to Vermont and Ken's new coffee cup app! Support the showBy Gary Kroeger and Ken Ceizler

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Clueless with Heidi Gardner 2:37:12

3M ago2:37:12

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Okay, so you’re probably going, “Is this like a Noxzema commercial or what?” But seriously, this is actually a way normal podcast about one of David Sims’ favorite movies! SNL’s Heidi Gardner (a total betty) joins us to talk about Amy Heckerling’s beloved Jane Austen adaptation, and we’re rolling with the homies. Join us for Alicia Silverstone and …

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Why You Should Act Now to Help Save Public Media with Alice Ferris 24:51

3M ago24:51

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There is an urgent threat facing public media in the United States: a proposed federal budget cut that would not only threaten its future, but also "claw back" funding that's already been awarded to public television and radio stations across the country. Read the transcript and notes for this episode on our website. Adrian McIntyre opens with a pe…

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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning 2:57:09

3M ago2:57:09

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Griffin, David, Ben, and Marie accepted the mission. They live and pod in the shadows, for those they hold close, and for those they never meet. They also have a few notes for Tom Cruise and Chris McQuarrie with regards to Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. Join the crew as they break down all the problems of this latest (and final???) inst…

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Reimagining the Future of Local Journalism in Arizona with Chris Kline 22:38

3M ago22:38

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Local news is facing serious challenges everywhere, with more than half the counties in the United States lacking any source of community reporting. Chris Kline, CEO of the Arizona Media Association, joins us to talk about the Arizona Community Collaborative and its efforts to revitalize local news in Arizona with a bold, statewide storytelling ini…