Best James Yoder Podcasts (2025)

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Why is content an important investment? | Selma Chauvin, Chief Revenue Officer, Agorapulse 4:08

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Building trust starts long before the first sales call. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey connects with Selma Chauvin, Chief Revenue Officer at Agorapulse, to explore why content is the most valuable lever a CRO can invest in. Drawing from her experience leading global revenue teams, Selma shares how trust, education, an…

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How does content help build trust? | Stephanie Yoder, Director of Content, Rebrandly 3:50

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Every brand says they want trust, but few realize how quickly the wrong content can break it. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Downey talks with Stephanie Yoder, Director of Content at Rebrandly. Stephanie shares how thoughtful content earns trust, why salesy messaging breaks it, and how brands can use every touchpoint to prove cred…

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How do you build client trust from day one? | Mason Cosby, CEO, Scrappy ABM 4:26

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Trust usually peaks in the sales process and drops at kickoff. So, how do you stop the free fall? In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Amanda Smith connects with Mason Cosby, CEO of Scrappy ABM. As a founder leading a services business, Mason has seen firsthand where trust breaks down and shares the systems his team uses to close that gap earl…

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How do you make AI content feel authentic? | Nathan Thompson, Senior Director of Product Marketing, copy.ai 4:15

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AI can speed you up, but it can also make your content sound the same as everyone else. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Amanda Smith talks with Nathan Thompson, Senior Director of Product Marketing at copy.ai. Nathan shares how context, not prompts, keeps AI output on brand, how to unify voice across go-to-market, and a simple workflow th…

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How can healthcare brands earn trust and attention? | James Furbush, VP of Marketing, Prosperity Behavioral Health 5:54

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Getting attention is easy. Earning trust is harder, especially in healthcare, where trust can literally mean life or death. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Downey connects with James Furbush, VP of Marketing at Prosperity Behavioral Health. James has spent years leading go-to-market efforts in healthcare, where trust with buyers is…

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How do you earn your board’s trust to gain support for your initiatives? | John E. Lepto IV, CRO, Clear Go-To-Market 5:51

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Board alignment is harder than ever. Budgets are tight, expectations are high, and every decision feels under a microscope. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Downey connects with John E. Lepto IV, CRO at Clear Go-To-Market, a buyer intelligence firm serving private equity-backed SaaS companies. With deep experience across sales, heal…

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How do you rebuild trust when your brand story changes? | Josh Privett, Communications Strategist and Principal Copywriter, Mantra 5:49

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When your company outgrows its original narrative, how do you shift the story without losing your audience? In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey taps Josh Privett, Communications Strategist and Principal Copywriter at Mantra. Josh discusses what it really takes to evolve your message and earn trust in the process. You’ll le…

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How do you prove ROI and win customer trust? | Mike Genstil, Co-Founder and CEO, ValueCore 5:55

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What role does trust play in leadership? | Denise Healy, CEO and Co-founder, Streets2Schools 7:16

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Trust isn’t a soft skill, it’s a foundational asset. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Amanda Smith connects with Dr. Denise Healy, Ph.D., CEO and Co-founder of Streets2Schools and an expert in organizational psychology. With a Ph.D. in the field and decades of executive experience, she leads with empathy and strategy, building cultures whe…

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How can teams use trust in periods of transformation? | Dr. Jennie Victoriano, Professional Development Director, Commitment2Change 4:47

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When change hits, teams often rush to message before they’ve earned the right to be heard. Dr. Jennie Victoriano's says slow down, build trust, then speak. What you’ll learn: Why trust is non-negotiable for transformational leadership and marketing How transparency, empathy, and character drive brand loyalty in times of change What it means to “ser…

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How does trust attract attention? | Gretchen Freemyer, Associate Director of Growth, Gravity Global 5:43

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Attention is currency, and trust is the ultimate growth lever. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey taps Gretchen Freemyer, Associate Director of Growth at Gravity Global where she helps B2B brands cut through noise with bold, audience-first campaigns. Her expertise spans sales enablement, brand strategy, and content design…

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How can teams build trust to maintain consistent brand messaging? | Matt Lyman, VP of Marketing, Flosum 5:11

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Consistent branding isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s how you build trust across every touchpoint. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts-Downey taps Matt Lyman, VP of Marketing at Flosum. He zooms in on why brand consistency isn’t just about design or tone, it’s about building trust. If you’re struggling to keep your message clear ac…

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How do you build trust that feels authentic, not transactional? | Natalie Marcotullio, Head of Growth and Product Marketing, Navattic 3:34

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What if building trust didn’t start with the product, but with the story you tell before you ever show it? In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey connects with Natalie Marcotullio, Head of Growth and Product Marketing at Navattic. With over a decade of marketing experience, Natalie helps B2B companies build trust through tran…

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What’s your go-to move for earning client trust early? | Melissa Bryant, Founder, 6 Degrees West 5:21

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Trust isn’t built on quick fixes, it’s earned through clear plans and flawless execution. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey connects with Melissa Bryant, Founder of 6 Degrees West. With years of experience in rev ops and go-to-market execution, Melissa specializes in guiding companies through complex product launches, pi…

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How to cultivate trust with teams to ensure alignment? | Robin Daniels, Chief Business Officer, Zensai 6:53

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What if the secret to high-growth execution isn’t speed but clarity? In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Amanda Smith calls Robin Daniels, Chief Business Officer at Zensai. With two decades leading marketing at companies like Salesforce, LinkedIn, Box, and WeWork, Robin’s learned that fast growth without alignment is just chaos. His playbook?…

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How to build trust in a world of noise and AI? | Rachel Rizzuto, Director of Marketing, GadellNet Consulting Services 6:20

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Amidst all the AI noise, Rachel Rizzuto argues the real differentiator is still human connection. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Amanda Smith taps Rachel Rizzuto, Director of Marketing at GadellNet Consulting Service. Rachel focuses on combining marketing expertise with deep technical knowledge to help clients navigate the evolving role …

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How Close Stands Out in a Crowded CRM Market with Chelsea Castle, Head of Content & Brand, Close 4:15

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In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith taps with Chelsea Castle, Head of Content & Brand at Close, as she shares how founder-led storytelling is shaping the future of B2B content. With a background in journalism and brand strategy, Chelsea shares how her team is creating smarter content that goes beyond attention-grabbing to ac…

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How do you build trust across the entire go-to-market team? | Megan Klingaman, Director of GTM & ABM, Gravity Global 6:21

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Building trust across your go-to-market team isn’t just a strategy. It’s the backbone of your success. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey calls Megan Klingaman, Director of GTM & ABM at Gravity Global. With extensive experience leading GTM efforts both at the agency and client level, Megan talks about aligning cross-funct…

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How do you build trust with an untapped consumer segment? | Matthew Mazzone, Chief Creative Officer, LSKR 4:46

2M ago4:46

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How do you build trust with a consumer segment your brand has never tapped? In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey connects with Matthew Mazzone, Chief Creative Officer at LSKR and a former campaign strategist. His work blends political storytelling with brand-building for major consumer brands, always with a focus on real co…

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What does it take to earn trust when you're offering offshore support?| Brad Stevens, Founder and CEO, Outsource Access 6:50

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Trust is the hardest thing to scale, and the only thing that makes offshoring work. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey connects with Brad Stevens, Founder and CEO of Outsource Access, one of the fastest-growing offshoring companies in the U.S. With a focus on transparency, culture, and authentic leadership, Brad has helpe…

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How do you build and maintain trust with your users? | D’Ana Guiloff, Community Builder 4:20

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Trust isn’t built on transactions; it’s built on presence. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey taps D’Ana Guiloff, a seasoned community builder known for creating spaces where people feel seen, connected, and engaged. Whether she’s hosting live events, sparking conversations online, or simply showing up authentically, D’An…

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How do you maintain trust in a fast-growing environment? | Jeff Perkins, CEO, Soundstripe 6:04

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When growth is fast, trust is crucial. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey calls Jeff Perkins, CEO of Soundstripe. With leadership experience at ParkMobile and Greenlight Guru, Jeff has scaled organizations from small teams to hundreds of employees while keeping trust as a non-negotiable core value. You’ll learn: 1. Why sc…

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The Hack to Early-Stage Success, Anya Law, Co-Founder and CRO, PitchGhost 4:29

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The fastest way to earn trust in a new business? Don’t sell, connect. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey taps Anya Law, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of PitchGhost, a scrappy startup turning social listening into sales intelligence for B2B marketers. Before PitchGhost, she was the end user, manually doing what her …

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How do you embed trust into your go-to-market motion? 3:52

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Forget AI and flashy tools, Christopher Ryan says trust is still your sharpest go-to-market weapon. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Rachel Elsts Downey connects with Christopher Ryan, founder and president of SIX Marketing. For over a decade, he's helped B2B companies unify their go-to-market functions through trust-building workshops, me…

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What happens when your go-to-market motion leads with value? 3:09

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Ryan Milligan shares how QuotaPath turns ungated, value-driven content into trust and pipeline. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, Amanda Smith connects with Ryan Milligan, VP of Sales, Marketing, and RevOps at QuotaPath, about using content marketing to build trust in a saturated B2B space. From free tools to face-to-face dinners, Ryan brea…

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Marketing with a Pulse with Nicole Warshauer, Marketing Expert 4:40

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In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith taps Nicole Warshauer, a marketing expert, about what it takes to create smarter content that builds trust, especially in complex industries like healthcare, finance, and ed-tech. Nicole highlights her approach to content, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and simplicity. She shar…

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How Brand is the Soul of a Company with Ari Yablok, Head of Brand, Island 5:04

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In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith connects with Ari Yablok, Head of Brand at Island, to pick his brain on the deeper meaning of brand-building. From the beginning stages of building Island’s identity to focusing content on productivity and enablement, Ari reveals how brand strategy and content work hand-in-hand to shape a …

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A Content-Led Growth Playbook with Clay Ostrom, Founder and Brand Strategist, Map & Fire 3:12

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In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith connects with Clay Ostrom, the Founder and Brand Strategist of Map & Fire, to zoom in on how content marketing contributed to his company’s success. Clay built his agency on research and positioning, using original content and thought leadership to drive growth. From long-form writing to e…

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Building with Trust at the Core with Dustin Amrhein, CEO and Co-Founder, Revcast 5:21

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In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Rachel Downey taps Dustin Amrhein, CEO and Co-Founder of Revcast, to zoom in on building trust during the launch of a new product. Dustin brings years of experience in global customer experience and now leads the way in fostering relationships with early customers at Revcast.For him, trust is not just …

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Young Professionals 2025 With Charanjeet "Charlie" Kaur Tiwana-Purewal and Freddie Silveria 37:05

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How do you choose your career? When is it a good idea to start a business? How do you maintain momentum? Comstock's Young Professionals Charanjeet "Charlie" Kaur Tiwana-Purewal and Freddie Silveria offer insight. Get to know all of Comstock's 2025 Young Professionals (and start thinking about who you want to nominate next year!) It's even better in…

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The New Trust Equation with Daniel Roth, President and Founder, PangeaEffect 4:15

4M ago4:15

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To build a culture that performs, start by building one that trusts. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Rachel Downey connects with Daniel Roth, President and Founder of PangeaEffect, to see what it takes to foster trust in high-performing teams. Daniel brings wisdom from years of leading teams through high-stakes moments and shares why…

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Building Content That Converts with Keara Dowd, Senior Manager of Content Marketing, Clutch 4:40

4M ago4:40

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To create a content strategy that delivers, focus on working smarter, not harder. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith connects with Keara Dowd, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Clutch, to explore how Clutch has evolved its content strategy to deliver value across every stage of the funnel. Keara shares how they’ve tran…

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Why Smart Content Still Wins with Amy Osmund Cook, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer, Fullcast 3:24

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To build a brand that grows, start by telling a story that sticks. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith connects with Amy Osmund Cook, Co-founder and CMO of Fullcast, to find out why content isn’t just a part of the strategy - it is the strategy. With a PhD in Communication and experience across startups to enterprises, Amy b…

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Leveraging Short-Form Content for B2B Success with Corrina Owens, GTM Advisor 3:18

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To create content that connects, start by thinking like a media company. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith taps Corrina Owens, GTM Advisor and content strategist, to break down how brands should approach media strategy today. Corrina explains why content must reflect how audiences consume: mobile-first, social-native, and …

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Making Product Marketing Human with Jeff Chase, Director of Brand and Product Marketing at Vitally 4:17

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Imagine turning case studies into interactive experiences that actually drive conversions. In this episode of Straight to Voicemail, host Amanda Smith connected with Jeff Chase, Director of Brand and Product Marketing at Vitally. Jeff shares how his team is making content smarter by transforming customer stories into interactive product tours. Jeff…

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Athletic Wolves With Steve Martarano and Judy Farah 35:16

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Editor Judy Farah, Managing Editor Dakota Morlan and contributor Steve Martarano discuss April's cover story on the A's, the gray wolf's California comeback and whether or not dire wolves are a good idea. Improve your business outcomes and career trajectory by keeping up with Comstock's. Subscribe to the magazine today. Produced by Dominic Tassinar…

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Women in Leadership 2025 With Cassandra Jennings and Yvonne Pire 47:30

8M ago47:30

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How do you lead diverse teams with differing opinions? Where do you find the confidence to make big career moves? Are women leaders expected to be nicer than men? Comstock's Women in Leadership honorees Cassandra Jennings and Yvonne Pire join us for a special episode recorded in the wine cellar at Mulvaney's B+L in Midtown Sacramento. Get to know a…

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Predicting the Economy With Steven Yoder 26:15

10M ago26:15

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Predicting the future is hard, but we still like to try. Comstock's contributor Steven Yoder breaks down his cover story "New Year, New Administration. What Can We Expect?" in which economists offer their insight on the next few years in the Capital Region. Which areas will see the most growth? Is it time to make the big moves or to play it safe? F…

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Is Our Future Tied to the Tracks? with James Stout 34:14

1y ago34:14

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Journalist James Stout delves into his latest feature for Comstock's "What's Holding Up Valley Rail?" where he investigated delays in railway expansion throughout the Central Valley. We discuss the hurdles that are baked into the system, changing attitudes towards public transit and whether hopping on a train might be more commonplace in future Ame…

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Reflecting On 35 Years of Comstock's 36:38

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Host and Assistant Editor Dakota Morlan is joined by Editor Judy Farah and Senior VP and Director of Business Development Clayton Blakley as we celebrate 35 years of Comstock's magazine, remember how we got here and muse about where we're headed. Read the digital edition of our anniversary issue here. Produced by Dominic Tassinari and Dakota Morlan…

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A Life in the Arts with Jacob Gutierrez-Montoya 26:50

1+ y ago26:50

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Sacramento's performing arts powerhouse and Comstock's 2024 Young Professionals honoree Jacob Gutierrez-Montoya shares how he's found success in an elusive field, his vision for the Sac arts scene and why he (sometimes) works for free. Get to know Comstock's 2024 Young Professionals here. Hosted by Dakota Morlan Produced by Dominic Tassinari and Da…

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Bio-informed Flight with Christina Harvey and Michelle Hawkins 30:56

1+ y ago30:56

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Inventive minds have always looked to the skies for inspiration, but new imaging tools have unlocked a more intricate study of bird flight. In this episode, UC Davis faculty members Christina Harvey, an aerospace engineering expert, and Michelle Hawkins, director of the California Raptor Center, discuss a Defense Department-funded research project …

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Women in Leadership Night at the Jacquelyn 1:08:13

1+ y ago1:08:13

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In this special episode, we get to know some of our 2024 Women in Leadership while exploring the Jacquelyn, a new bar, restaurant and private club venue in Sacramento. Hosted by Dakota Morlan Produced by Dominic Tassinari and Dakota Morlan Music: Time Out by Atch (CC BY 3.0) Read more about Comstock's Women in Leadership here.…

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How Does a Scandal (like Theranos) in the Media Impact Your Ability to Raise Money? [with Ellen Williams] 5:44

1+ y ago5:44

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Imagine trying to raise money in instrument science during the Elizabeth Holmes scandal. That’s exactly what happened to Ellen Williams. She’s the VP of Business Development at Exum Instruments, who developed an actual mass spectrometer box that can give you the full periodic table of anything you test in a matter of minutes, without using a full l…

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Replay: What Are the Core Tenets of Storytelling for Long-Lasting Brands? [with Voiceflow's Kristin Hillery] 9:18

1+ y ago9:18

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In this replay episode, As Rachel is investigating what makes the best brands the best as she grows her own company and brand. What makes brands stand the test of time? Enter Kristin Hillery, Head of Brand and Content at Voiceflow. She’s been crafting and strategizing brand-defining content for over a decade. Her answer? Take inspiration from what …

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What Are the Most Common Mistakes B2B Brands Make When Launching a Media Strategy? [with Devin Reed] 8:47

1+ y ago8:47

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Welcome to another episode of Voicemails with Rachel: Creator Edition. As we're all exploring and redefining what it means to build a brand with a media-led strategy, Rachel asks the most innovative people she knows for their thoughts and questions to help us all create better, human, intentional content. (This is a special series part of the TACK …

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The Rise of Medical Aesthetics with Shawna Chrisman 24:44

1+ y ago24:44

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Nurse practitioner and founder of Destination Aesthetics Shawna Chrisman is on a mission to dispel the myths surrounding aesthetic treatments. In this episode, we discuss unusual patients, "the natural look," emerging technologies, how much is too much, looking younger in the workplace and why medical aesthetics aren't just for women anymore. Hoste…

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'Awe-Inspiring Biofluid': The Science of Breast Milk with Jennifer T. Smilowitz 48:21

2y ago48:21

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Jennifer T. Smilowitz, assistant professor of the cooperative extension in the Department of Nutrition at UC Davis, is a breast milk expert and devotee. In this episode we talk about the science, potential medical applications, cultural context, barriers to breastfeeding and why there is no true substitute for human breast milk. Hosted by Dakota Mo…

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What Does a Media-Led Strategy Solve for Founders & CEOs? [with Devin Bramhall] 10:45

2y ago10:45

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Welcome to another episode of Voicemails with Rachel: Creator Edition. As we're all exploring and redefining what it means to build a brand with a media-led strategy, Rachel is asking the most innovative people she knows for their thoughts and questions to help us all create better, human, intentional content. (This is a special series part of the …

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Why Should You Be Thinking About People-First Audio Strategy? [with Nikki Lewallen Gregory of People Forward Network] 12:03

2y ago12:03

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Welcome to the first episode of Voicemails with Rachel: Creator Edition. As we're all exploring and redefining what it means to build a brand with a media-led strategy, Rachel is asking the most innovative people she knows for their thoughts and questions to help us all create better, human, intentional content. (This is a special series part of th…