Best Josh Diaz Podcasts (2025)

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Passed out in a prison cell 1:53:27

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2d ago1:53:27

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt talk The World Series, the art of listening, Joey's job watching a wall (you read that right), performing in black clubs and so much more! SHOW NOTES Get your 1st month of BlueChew FREE w/ code JOEY @ ⁠http://bluechew.com/⁠ Support the show & get 15% off your Bioma order with the code JOEY at ⁠https://gobioma.com/church⁠…

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Ep 426 - From Mic to Mechanics, Lessons Building an Indie Studio with Mustapha Price 1:02:25

3d ago1:02:25

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Turning a creative idea into a successful studio is an adventure full of insight, experimentation, and tough lessons. In this episode, we catch up with Mustapha Price—former Indie Game Movement producer turned studio founder—who shares what he's learned about balancing creativity with business operations and the realities of building a sustainable …

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Ep 426 - From Mic to Mechanics, Lessons Building an Indie Studio with Mustapha Price 1:02:25

2d ago1:02:25

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Turning a creative idea into a successful studio is an adventure full of insight, experimentation, and tough lessons. In this episode, we catch up with Mustapha Price—former Indie Game Movement producer turned studio founder—who shares what he's learned about balancing creativity with business operations and the realities of building a sustainable …

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Joey Diaz doses Jim Florentine's friends and tortures Lee Syatt 2:00:10

9d ago2:00:10

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt welcome comedian and radio host Jim Florentine to The Church. Joey and Jim torture Lee about his wedding plans, Joey and Jim talk the wild football parties Jim throws and Joey getting chased around Jim's basement by a naked friend, Jim tells the wild story of the wrestling photographer who slept over his house and much more!…

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Ep 425 - Bootstrapping Something Sweet by Design with Carina Kom 38:46

10d ago38:46

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In a time when resources are scarce and the industry feels uncertain, building a studio from the ground up can seem impossible. Yet, what if inclusive leadership and adaptive design could become your strongest assets? In this episode, we're going to discuss how leading with empathy and crafting meaningful experiences can make all the difference in …

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Ep 425 - Bootstrapping Something Sweet by Design with Carina Kom 38:46

9d ago38:46

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In a time when resources are scarce and the industry feels uncertain, building a studio from the ground up can seem impossible. Yet, what if inclusive leadership and adaptive design could become your strongest assets? In this episode, we're going to discuss how leading with empathy and crafting meaningful experiences can make all the difference in …

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IWP Ep93 The Coloma Vineyard Winery- The Vineyard House, Allhoff, Chalmers, Longworth, Adlum, Catawba and a haunted house - Historical Episode 1:28:28

13d ago1:28:28

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IWP Ep93 The Coloma Vineyard - The Vineyard House, Allhoff, Chalmers, Longworth, Adlum, Catawba and a haunted house - Historical Episode. This is a far ranging episode. Originally it was going to be a short and sweet story but it’s grown. Today we’ll hear about a winery and its grounds said to be haunted, way high up in the Sierra foothills near wh…

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The Criminal Mentality 1:20:13

16d ago1:20:13

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Joey Diaz tells Lee Syatt about his recent hospital stay and how he broke out, that he joined comedy to be an "outlaw" and why he is fearful for the future of stand up comedy, why he doesn't believe in, "selling out" and more! SHOW NOTES Get your 1st month of BlueChew FREE w/ code JOEY @ https://bluechew.com/ Support the show & download the DraftKi…

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Ep 424 - Building Communities that Drive Discovery with Corina Diaz 55:30

17d ago55:30

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Many great indie games never find their audience, not because they lack quality, but because players have a hard time discovering them. In a crowded market filled with platforms, storefronts, and showcases, standing out can feel impossible. In this episode, we explore how studios can lay the groundwork for success long before launch. From taking ea…

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Ep 424 - Building Communities that Drive Discovery with Corina Diaz 55:30

17d ago55:30

55:30

Many great indie games never find their audience, not because they lack quality, but because players have a hard time discovering them. In a crowded market filled with platforms, storefronts, and showcases, standing out can feel impossible. In this episode, we explore how studios can lay the groundwork for success long before launch. From taking ea…

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The Public Urination Tour 1:29:25

23d ago1:29:25

1:29:25

Joey Diaz tells Lee Syatt why he doesn't care about The Superbowl Halftime Show, Comic-con, or anything that doesn't make him money TODAY. Joey also talks about what he would do if he knew when he was going to die, what happened at the mall, and why he used to consider himself a traveling loser. SHOW NOTES Get $5 off your next order at Magicspoon.c…

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Ep 423 - Building Momentum Without Burning Out with Jon Hanson 46:09

24d ago46:09

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Thousands of games launch every month, and building momentum can often feel like an impossible task. But momentum that matters doesn't come from massive budgets, it comes from focus. So today, we're going to break down how indie teams can develop repeatable marketing strategies, that turns engagement into lasting relationships, setting the foundati…

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Ep 423 - Building Momentum Without Burning Out with Jon Hanson 46:09

24d ago46:09

46:09

Thousands of games launch every month, and building momentum can often feel like an impossible task. But momentum that matters doesn't come from massive budgets, it comes from focus. So today, we're going to break down how indie teams can develop repeatable marketing strategies, that turns engagement into lasting relationships, setting the foundati…

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IWP Ep92 Emily Fernwood - Osa Major Wines 44:15

27d ago44:15

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Today I’m talking with Emily Fernwood of Osa Major Wines. Emily started her project during the craziness of 2020 after traveling the world working harvests. The wines are always bright and refined and she works with some really cool varietals that we don’t see often like Tocai Fruilano, Semillon and Mission. You can check out Emilys wines at https:…

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Love, loyalty, and tradition with Renee Graziano from Mob Wives 2:03:48

1M ago2:03:48

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Joey Diaz welcomes Renee Graziano, star of Mob Wives, to The Church of What's Happening Now. Joey talks about why he will never move to Texas and bribing airport employees. Renee tells an unbelievable story of betrayal, how being sober has changed her life, what it was like growing up the daughter of a Mob captain and much more! SHOW NOTES Support …

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Ep 422 - Aligning Your Marketing to the Players' In-Game Experience with David Tobiasz & Jeremy Friedmann 39:34

1M ago39:34

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For many indie studios, the idea of working with existing IP is exciting. It brings instant recognition and built-in audiences. But with that excitement also comes a web of challenges that can quickly overwhelm teams. In this episode, we're going to dig into the realities of licensing and adaptation, drawing lessons from the leap between television…

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Ep 422 - Aligning Your Marketing to the Players' In-Game Experience with David Tobiasz & Jeremy Friedmann 39:34

1M ago39:34

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For many indie studios, the idea of working with existing IP is exciting. It brings instant recognition and built-in audiences. But with that excitement also comes a web of challenges that can quickly overwhelm teams. In this episode, we're going to dig into the realities of licensing and adaptation, drawing lessons from the leap between television…

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From beyond the grave, Happy Birthday! 1:02:05

1M ago1:02:05

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Joey Diaz sends the worst birthday card ever and plans his own funeral. SHOW NOTES Support the show and get 15% off your Bioma order with the code JOEY at https://gobioma.com/church

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Ep 421 - Turning Puzzles Into Player Retention Tools with Ivan Voitovich 43:15

1M ago43:15

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Puzzles aren't just a design choice — they're a powerful driver of player retention. When done well, they keep players engaged, build trust, and create momentum. When done poorly, they frustrate players and cut your game's lifespan short. In this episode, we dig into how puzzle design shapes retention through interesting narrative adventures and ex…

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Ep 421 - Turning Puzzles Into Player Retention Tools with Ivan Voitovich 43:15

1M ago43:15

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Puzzles aren't just a design choice — they're a powerful driver of player retention. When done well, they keep players engaged, build trust, and create momentum. When done poorly, they frustrate players and cut your game's lifespan short. In this episode, we dig into how puzzle design shapes retention through interesting narrative adventures and ex…

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IWP Ep91 Short Stories on California Wine 3 - Historical Episode 48:00

1M ago48:00

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IWP Ep91 Short Stories on California Wine 3. Today will be our 3rd short story episode. These episodes are fun in that they gather od's and ends and pieces that don’t fit other places. Sometimes it’s a winery, topic or person that can’t support a full episode but is still worth knowing about. Other times it’s short articles that I find interesting.…

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Rachel Wolfson tortures Lee! 1:27:39

1M ago1:27:39

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Joey Diaz breaks the big news, Lee got engaged! Lee breaks down the big moment and reminisces about some of the situations he found himself in while single. Hint...there was a lady missing a body part and another one with wild conspiracy theories. Then Joey and Lee welcome Rachel Wolfson (Jackass) to talk about everything from stand up, to confiden…

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Ep 420 - What to Know About Tomorrow's Audience with Josh Bound 1:08:58

1M ago1:08:58

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The next wave of gamers is already here. Students, from middle to high school don't just view games only as entertainment but also as spaces for community, creativity, and leadership. But how do their unique motivations and playstyles translate into the future of game audiences? In today's episode, we're going to dive into insights from years of wo…

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Ep 420 - What to Know About Tomorrow's Audience with Josh Bound 1:08:58

1M ago1:08:58

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The next wave of gamers is already here. Students, from middle to high school don't just view games only as entertainment but also as spaces for community, creativity, and leadership. But how do their unique motivations and playstyles translate into the future of game audiences? In today's episode, we're going to dive into insights from years of wo…

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200 - Creating the Future of Agriculture and Energy with Andrew Rose of Chesapeake Sun 52:15

2M ago52:15

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Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The DMV Business Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otto Sevilla⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ as we share the journey of Andrew Rose, an agricultural futurist, founder, CEO of Chesapeake Sun, advisor, and speaker. Andrew provides an in-depth look at what it means to be an agricultural futurist, focusing…

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If you want a problem, Joey Diaz will give it to you 1:08:49

2M ago1:08:49

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Joey Diaz tells Lee Syatt about how his feelings for Adam Sandler evolved once he met him, sending Facebook messages to the officers who arrested him, bleeding out of his nose at a Christmas party, how The Comedy Store is like prison and so much more! SHOW NOTES Support the show and get your first month of BlueChew for free, just pay $5 for shippin…

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Ep 419 - The Hidden Purpose of Your Steam Page with Andrew Pappas 45:43

2M ago45:43

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Most developers see their Steam page as a way to describe their game. And while that's true, its real purpose goes deeper: capturing a player's limited attention and showing them, in seconds, that your game is for them. In this episode, I share lessons from my own posts and conversations on why the purpose of your Steam page goes beyond text, featu…

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Ep 419 - The Hidden Purpose of Your Steam Page with Andrew Pappas 45:43

2M ago45:43

45:43

Most developers see their Steam page as a way to describe their game. And while that's true, its real purpose goes deeper: capturing a player's limited attention and showing them, in seconds, that your game is for them. In this episode, I share lessons from my own posts and conversations on why the purpose of your Steam page goes beyond text, featu…

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IWP Ep90 Louie Seamus - The Vinguard 1:00:01

2M ago1:00:01

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IWP Ep90 Louie Seamus - The Vinguard. The Vinguard’s mission since 2018 is to promote a culture in the wine industry centered around ecological farming, belonging, empowerment, and equity, and to amplify the voices and work of historically excluded groups who work with wine. Most of the focus is in the natural wine sector. They also throw WINeFare …

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The Man, The Myth, The Legend 1:18:27

2M ago1:18:27

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt talk about the show at The Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, FL, an experience of a lifetime, and Joey brings childhood friend John Crowley on to discuss their reign of terror together in high school. SHOW NOTES New DraftKings customers can bet just 5 bucks & get $200 in bonus bets instantly. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook a…

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199 - Connecting Filipino Entrepreneurs with Matthew Veland of Philippine-American Chamber of Commerce of Metro Washington D.C. 52:15

2M ago52:15

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Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The DMV Business Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otto Sevilla⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ as we share the journey of Matthew Veland, President of the Philippine-American Chamber of Commerce of Metro Washington D.C. Matt shares insights into the Chamber’s 31-year history, its mission to uplift and empowe…

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Ep 418 - Why You're Not Attracting the Right Teammates with Tim Wood 1:04:09

2M ago1:04:09

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Finding the right teammates isn't about checking boxes or broadcasting open roles. It's about creating the kind of opportunity people want to be part of. Today, we're digging into what actually draws people to a project by looking at how we communicate it, which is often in subtle ways we don't even notice. We'll explore how aligning your message w…

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Ep 418 - Why You're Not Attracting the Right Teammates with Tim Wood 1:04:09

2M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Finding the right teammates isn't about checking boxes or broadcasting open roles. It's about creating the kind of opportunity people want to be part of. Today, we're digging into what actually draws people to a project by looking at how we communicate it, which is often in subtle ways we don't even notice. We'll explore how aligning your message w…

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CVS gives you diabetes 1:49:05

2M ago1:49:05

1:49:05

Joey Diaz gives up on Lee Syatt for going to the Renaissance Faire, baked special brownies that were strong enough to take him down, announced the launch of a weekly NFL game companion streamed LIVE on his Youtube and X, and much more! SHOW NOTES Support the show and get your first month of BlueChew for free. Just pay $5 for shipping. Use promo cod…

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198 - The Future of Hispanic Construction Leadership with George Carrillo of the Hispanic Construction Council 1:10:19

2M ago1:10:19

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Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The DMV Business Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otto Sevilla⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ as we share the journey of George Carrillo, Co-Founder and CEO of the Hispanic Construction Council opens up about the Council’s mission. They act as a national think tank and advocacy organization to amplify the Hispa…

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Ep 417 - Should Indies Care About Web3? with Jyro Blade 55:40

2M ago55:40

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Web3 in games is loud, controversial, and often feels far removed from indie realities or vision, but is it possible that there are lessons from this space worth paying attention to? So today, we're going to explore what Web3 really means for indie developers: how accessible (or inaccessible) the tech actually is, the unique player dynamics it intr…

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Ep 417 - Should Indies Care About Web3? with Jyro Blade 55:40

2M ago55:40

55:40

Web3 in games is loud, controversial, and often feels far removed from indie realities or vision, but is it possible that there are lessons from this space worth paying attention to? So today, we're going to explore what Web3 really means for indie developers: how accessible (or inaccessible) the tech actually is, the unique player dynamics it intr…

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IWP Ep89 Cole Thomas- Madson Wines 1:08:10

2M ago1:08:10

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IWP Ep89 Cole Thomas- Madson Wines Today I’m talking with Cole Thomas of Madson wines. Madson was started in 2018 and Cole along with viticulturists Ken Swegles and Abbey Chrystal have been making some amazing wines primarily from Santa Cruz Mountains fruit. We talk about how the project started, his approach to winemaking, challenges they deal wit…

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Cheeseburgers and cocaine 1:50:16

2M ago1:50:16

1:50:16

Kathrine Narducci, who you remember from The Sopranos, The Bronx Tale, and much more, joins Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt to talk about everything from being under the ether, loyalty (even to a pizza place), the important of, "the moment before." and the beauty of acting. SHOW NOTES If you're 21 or older, get 25% OFF your first order + free shipping @Ind…

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197 - Building A Legacy with Shirley Diaz of Diaz Vidales 1:21:30

2M ago1:21:30

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Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The DMV Business Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otto Sevilla⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ as we share the journey of Shirley Diaz, Managing Attorney of Diaz Vidales, to dig into her professional and personal journey from Southern California to her thriving law practice in Washington, DC. Shirley shares the stor…

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Ep 416 - The Secrets to Seamless Game Localization with Alexander Murauski 53:11

2M ago53:11

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Global success in games requires more than just translating text. It demands building localization into the DNA of development. But too often, devs wait until the last minute, only to find that the process is more involved than they anticipated. So in this episode, we'll explore effective strategies for planning localization early, how to avoid com…

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Ep 416 - The Secrets to Seamless Game Localization with Alexander Murauski 53:11

2M ago53:11

53:11

Global success in games requires more than just translating text. It demands building localization into the DNA of development. But too often, devs wait until the last minute, only to find that the process is more involved than they anticipated. So in this episode, we'll explore effective strategies for planning localization early, how to avoid com…

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Epstein before the hanging 1:24:53

3M ago1:24:53

1:24:53

You never know what someone is going through is the motto of this episode of The Church of What's Happening Now. Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt talk about putting yourself in other people's shoes, Joey discovering the term, "anti-woke comedian," and visiting his Mother's grave for the first time in nearly five years. SHOW NOTES: Support the show and get y…

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196 - A Second Chance with Colin Fraser of Upling 56:38

3M ago56:38

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Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The DMV Business Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otto Sevilla⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ as we feature Colin Fraser, CEO and President of Upling, a tech-driven cannabis delivery service based in the DMV area. Upling operates similarly to Uber Eats or DoorDash but specifically for cannabis products, connecting customers w…

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Ep 415 - Why Marketing Is Your First Funding Strategy with Oscar Clark 1:04:12

3M ago1:04:12

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You can have a great game idea, but if no one knows about it… who's going to care? When it comes to funding, most devs focus on the pitch deck, but often ignore what matters just as much. How they're building traction with their marketing. In this episode, we're going to explore how early-stage marketing builds confidence, community and momentum th…

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Ep 415 - Why Marketing Is Your First Funding Strategy with Oscar Clark 1:04:12

3M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

You can have a great game idea, but if no one knows about it… who's going to care? When it comes to funding, most devs focus on the pitch deck, but often ignore what matters just as much. How they're building traction with their marketing. In this episode, we're going to explore how early-stage marketing builds confidence, community and momentum th…

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IWP Ep88 Unfiltered - Conversations About Wine - Panel 3 Does Natural Wine Romanticize Flaws? 1:08:36

3M ago1:08:36

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IWP Ep88 Unfiltered - Conversations About Wine - Panel 3 Does Natural Wine Romanticize Flaws? Today is the 3rd and final Panel from the Unfiltered, - Conversations about wine panel. Does Natural Wine Romanticize Flaws? Questions like - has natural wine reshaped what a good wine can be, Personality vs Perfection, What so called flaws are ok and what…

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Josh Wolf Returns! 1:37:52

3M ago1:37:52

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Comedian, author, and Joey's friend of 30+ years, Josh Wolf, rejoins The Church for the first time on The East Coast for some laughs! Watch Josh's newest special, "The Campfire Special" on his Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgXSWbF02WE Support the show and get 20% off your first Lucy order with code CHURCH at https://www.lucy.co/CHURCH Ne…

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#Classic - A Holistic Approach to Weight Loss with Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino of My Wellness Physicians 1:07:44

3M ago1:07:44

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Excited to introduce ⁠Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino⁠, the Founder and Medical Director of ⁠My Wellness Physicians⁠, a weight loss clinic in Leesburg, Virginia on ⁠The DMV Business Show⁠ with ⁠Otto Sevilla⁠ this week. Dr. Cruz-Tolentino's unique approach to weight loss combines physical health with chronic issues and patient goals, providing a holistic …

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Ep 414 - The Secret to Supercharging Indie Teams with Irena Pereira 54:39

3M ago54:39

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Indie studios face tight budgets, small teams, and pressure to deliver big ideas with limited resources. Meanwhile, AI in game development sparks fears of job loss and soulless design. How can small teams stay human-centered while competing at scale? In this episode, we'll explore how generative AI can be an ally instead of a threat by discussing p…