Best Justin Fink Podcasts (2025)

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178 Kimmel Taken Off The Air And Johnny Mac And Mike Are Mad As Hell 1:02:10

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In this special emergency crossover, Johnny Mac (Daily Comedy News) and Mike fire up the mics to tackle the growing storm surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s indefinite suspension from ABC. With conflicting headlines, regulatory noise, and media blowback in every direction, it felt like the right time to take a step back and look at what’s really going on h…

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The Future of Social Commerce: Live Selling, FOMO & Creator Monetization w/ Josephine Wong 24:37

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Josephine Wong, the Chief Revenue Officer of CommentSold, discusses her passion for building products that empower entrepreneurs and the evolution of social commerce. She highlights the importance of community engagement, the role of AI in content creation, and strategies for c…

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177 Mark Malkoff Loves Johnny Carson, So Did Everyone Else, So He Wrote A Book About It 1:54:12

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Episode 177 – Friends of the Show with a Surprise Visit from Mark Malkoff!In this fun-filled “Friends of the Show” edition of The Letterman Podcast, Mike is joined by returning favorites Darin Cox, Allison Lips, and Adam Unger—but this roundtable takes an exciting turn when a very special surprise guest drops in: the mighty Mark Malkoff!Mark—host o…

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Childhood Loss and Pulp Fiction 1:50:28

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Send us a text We're back! After a long hiatus, we are pleased to bring you this conversation with Jonathan Cacioppo, Justin's cousin. We discuss the film Pulp Fiction and the impact the film had on Jon as he coped with the loss of his father at 9 years old. "If my answers frighten you then you should cease asking scary questions." - Jules, Pulp Fi…

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176 How Dan Cashman Booked David Letterman As His Final Guest 1:43:28

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Episode 176 of The Letterman Podcast features a very special guest: Dan Cashman, host of The Nite Show with Dan Cashman — a regional late-night institution in Maine that has welcomed thousands of guests over its remarkable run… including, most recently, David Letterman himself.Mike and Dan dive deep into the origins of The Nite Show, reflecting on …

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How Visa Supports Creators as Small Businesses w/ Jonathan Kolozsvary 20:33

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Jonathan Kolozsvary, Global Head of Small Business at Visa, about the evolving landscape of the creator economy, emphasizing the importance of financial tools and resources tailored for creators. He highlights the recognition of creators as small businesses by Visa and the need…

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175 Rupert and Steve and Irene's Summer Vacation 1:13:17

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Episode 175 of The Letterman Podcast is our quintessential summer vacation episode — and we mean that literally and hilariously.While spending time at Irene Hoffman’s stunning generational property by the sea in Greece, three beloved friends of the show — Rupert Jee, Irene Hoffman, and Steve Young — decided that a Letterman Podcast must be done. An…

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174 The State of Late Night With Daily Comedy News Podcast Host Johnny Mac 1:08:21

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Episode 174 of The Letterman Podcast features the triumphant return of Johnny Mac, host of the Daily Comedy News podcast.In this special mashup episode, two late-night–loving forces collide as Johnny and Mike dive deep into the current state of the genre. With Stephen Colbert’s exit looming large and a whirlwind of speculation sweeping through the …

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173 Former Letterman Uber Producer Robert Morton Weighs In On Colbert And More! 1:01:07

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Episode 173 of The Letterman Podcast is a spontaneous mashup for the ages!Mike was about to appear on The Alex Bennett Program when his phone rang. On the other end? None other than former Late Show with David Letterman executive producer Robert “Morty” Morton. When Mike told him what he was about to do, Morty asked, “Can I join?” — and just like t…

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Patreon’s Secrets to Building Loyal Superfans w/ Paige Fitzgerald 23:57

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Paige Fitzgerald, COO of Patreon, about building a creator-first internet and Patreon's role in the creator economy. Paige discusses empowering creators to build sustainable businesses, the power of core fans, and the importance of community engagement. She shares insights on a…

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The Official Andy Kaufman Historian Andrew Buss Tells All! 1:19:13

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Episode 172 of The Letterman Podcast features the return of writer, oral historian, and the official Andy Kaufman historian, Andrew Buss!Among Andrew’s many creative accomplishments is I Am McLovin, the definitive oral history of Superbad, but this episode focuses on another icon of boundary-pushing brilliance — Andy Kaufman.Andrew and Mike go deep…

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171 Latenighter.com Founder Jed Rosenzweig 1:26:30

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Episode 171 of The Letterman Podcast features a very special guest: Jed Rosenzweig, the founder and driving force behind LateNighter.com — the definitive online resource for all things late night television. Jed and Mike have a wide-ranging and passionate conversation that touches on his early professional days working at Yahoo! during the infancy …

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170 Jordan Zevon Talks About Warren's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction and Much More 1:35:31

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Episode 170 of The Letterman Podcast features our very special guest, Jordan Zevon. A gifted singer-songwriter in his own right, Jordan is also the son of the late, great Warren Zevon — the genius, the icon, the soon-to-be Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee.Warren Zevon was a brilliantly bright thread woven into the fabric of David Letterman’s legac…

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Adapting Influencer Marketing for 2025 w/ Pierre-Loïc Assayag (Traackr) 21:31

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In this conversation, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Pierre-Loïc Assayag, CEO and founder of Traackr, discussing the evolution of influencer marketing, the challenges of pricing transparency, and the importance of adapting strategies to local markets. They explore insights from a recent panel at SXSW, the impact of social media platform changes, an…

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Behind HubSpot’s Creator Network w/ Alanah Joseph 29:37

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Alanah Joseph, Head of Creator Partnerships at HubSpot. Alanah shares how creator partnerships are evolving, why community is key in podcasting, and strategies to grow and monetize a podcast. From networking and consistent publishing to leveraging newsletters, she offers practi…

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How FP Movement Builds Impact w/ Courtney Weis 26:33

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari speaks with Courtney Weis, Managing Director of Brand Marketing at FP Movement. Their conversation explores the brand’s commitment to empowering women through activewear, the vital role of community involvement, and the dynamic shifts within influencer marketing. Courtney offers valuable …

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Inside McDonald’s Bold Marketing Moves w/ Jennifer Healan 27:37

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari speaks with Jennifer Healan, VP of Brand, Content, and Culture at McDonald’s US. Jennifer shares her journey leading creative transformation at iconic brands, emphasizing the power of creative bravery, tapping into fan truths, and launching standout campaigns like McDonald’s anime collabo…

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The Rise of B2B Creators and Monetization Strategies w/ Olivia Owens (Teachable) 24:52

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Olivia Owens, Creator Partnerships and Business Development Lead at Teachable. Olivia shares her mission to empower creators through community, the launch of the 9 to 5 Quitters Club, and effective monetization strategies. She dives into Teachable’s latest report on B2B creator…

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Owning Your Content in the Digital Age w/ Jamie Gutfreund (Creator Vision) 38:24

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari speaks with Jamie Gutfreund, founder of Creator Vision, about bridging the gap in the creator economy. They discuss the shift from authenticity to trust in marketing, why creators should own their content, and how brands can better collaborate with creators. Jamie also shares insights on …

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Mitra Chem: Vivas Kumar 1:00:25

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🔋Batteries, ⛓️ Supply Chain Innovation, 🌍 Energy Transition, 🤺 Olympic Fencing, and More⚡ Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Get ready for some shrewd global insights with Vivas Kumar, CEO of Mitra Chem, here today! Swapping cocktails for hydrogen water, Vivas shares his journey from Singapore & Tesla's s…

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169 Steve Young Performed For Rupert Jee And Everyone Loved It 1:30:37

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Episode 169 of The Letterman Podcast features not one, not two, but three of our favorite humans: legendary Late Show comedy writer Steve Young, our amazing sponsor and friend Rupert Jee, and his equally wonderful girlfriend Irene Hoffman.Steve recently debuted his brand-new one-man show, EGONT, at the sold-out Caveat Theater in New York City, perf…

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168: What’s Been Going On – Guest Hosted by Candace Chisholm 47:26

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Episode 168: What’s Been Going On – Guest Hosted by Candace ChisholmThis episode of The Letterman Podcast is a little different, as Mike hands over the hosting duties to his wife, Candace Chisholm. With a few weeks passing since the last episode, Candace interviews Mike about what’s been going on behind the scenes.Mike opens up about his father’s r…

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The Real ROI of Influencer Partnerships Beyond Sales w/ Ashton Wall (GateMaker Community) 27:18

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Ashton Wall, Co-Founder of GateMaker Community. They explore her mission to restore the integrity of marketing by putting creators at the center of strategy, and why influencer marketing should power every channel—not ju…

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Evolution of Beauty Marketing w/ Shannon Otto (Amika) 23:11

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Shannon Otto, Associate Vice President of Consumer Engagement + Integrated Marketing at Amika. They explore her collaborative approach, Amika’s dedication to inclusivity in beauty, and cutting-edge marketing strategies. …

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What Makes Content Stick w/ Victoria Blinova (YouTube) 30:32

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Victoria Blinova, Senior Strategic Partner Manager at YouTube. Victoria shares insights on content creation, personal branding, and the impact of employee-generated content (EGC). She highlights the importance of strong h…

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167 Fard Muhammad was at Conan's First Tonight Show And The Energy Was Palpable 1:31:51

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This week’s guest is Fard Muhammad, a longtime member of alt.fan.LETTERMAN and a devoted fan of late-night television. Few people appreciate the culture of late-night as much as he does!Fard and Mike have an enthusiastic conversation covering a variety of topics, including Fard witnessing Conan O’Brien’s first-ever Tonight Show, his emerging YouTub…

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Nature's Fynd: Thomas Jonas 32:43

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🌱Alternative Proteins, 🌱Fungi Powered Nutrition,⚡️Infrastructure, and 💥More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Celebrating the poetic irony of sustainable protein rising from the ashes of Chicago's meatpacking past, Thomas Jonas, CEO and Co-founder of Nature's Fynd, joins Matt for today’s stop on the "Her…

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166 Chad Riden Is An OG AFL'er Who Coulda Been A Letterman Scholarship Kid 2:18:37

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This episode features stand-up comedian Chad Riden, a longtime Late Show fan and an early member of the legendary online Letterman fan group, alt.fan.letterman. Inspired by Dave from the very beginning, Chad has carved out a career as a broadcaster, performer, and stand-up comic, sharing the stage with legends like Nate Bargatze, Ralphie May, Doug …

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165 Dave On The Tonight Show! Daily Comedy News Indeed! 58:52

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This episode features the return of Johnny Mac, host of the Daily Comedy News podcast!Johnny and Mike just had to connect this week to break down some huge moments in the world of comedy—especially those involving David Letterman.For the first time in decades, Letterman made a surprise appearance on The Tonight Show, an event sparked by Paul Shaffe…

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The Daily Grind of a Tech Journalist w/ Amanda Silberling (TechCrunch) 30:31

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Amanda Silberling, senior writer at TechCrunch. They discuss her work in journalism, the importance of media literacy, and the challenges journalists face today. Amanda shares insights into her daily workflow, the art of…

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164 Greg Burmeister Paged For Letterman and Once Slept On A Pile Of Late Show Crew Jackets 1:14:52

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This episode features Greg Burmeister, who served as a Late Show with David Letterman page during the final stretch of the show’s legendary run.Greg shares with Mike how he made the leap from Minnesota to New York as a musician, only to land his first gig in the city as a page for Late Show. The two bond over their love of music as Greg recalls som…

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Bloom: Justin Kosmides 46:09

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🚲 E-Bikes, 🏭 Manufacturing, ♻️ Circular Economy, 📍Detroit, and More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Coffee, E-bikes, the resurgence of American Manufacturing in Detroit, and a deep dive into the circular economy are all on the menu today as Justin Kosmides, co-founder and CEO of Bloom joins Matt for a …

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163 J Ryan Returns To Talk About Jay Leno's Garage & More 1:56:40

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This episode features the return of one of our first Friends of the Show, J Ryan! Best known on social media as @PorscheLife111, J is the host of Late Night Playset, which can be found on YouTube.After catching up on how things are in LA following the devastating fires a few weeks ago, J and Mike dive into a long-overdue conversation. They discuss …

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Research Behind Influence w/ Brooke Duffy 27:17

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Brooke Duffy, Associate Professor at Cornell, about the evolving creator economy, career sustainability, and the challenges of digital success. They explore compensation gaps, visibility struggles, and the future of socia…

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162 Alita Ditkowsky Accidentally Became A Great Moment In Presidential History 1:05:46

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This episode features Alita Ditkowsky and her husband, Mike, who share the fascinating story of how Alita found herself in the national spotlight and on Late Show with David Letterman!In 2005, Alita was involved in a high-profile class action lawsuit investigation, which led to several meetings with the highest-ranking officials in the United State…

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161 Former Letterman Page Eric Schmidt Reveals The Secret List All Letterman Pages Memorized 1:58:16

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This episode features Eric Schmidt, who worked as a page and audience coordinator during one of the most entertaining eras of Late Show with David Letterman from 2009 to 2011. Now a stand-up comedian and host of the podcast Talking Schmidt, Eric reflects on his time at the Ed Sullivan Theater with humor and gratitude.Eric and Mike dive into behind-…

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Building Community and Brand Success w/ Priscilla Lau 26:20

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Priscilla Lau, Founder of Representation Matters. They explore topics like personal branding, the power of live streaming, AI in influencer marketing, and the rise of creator entrepreneurs. Priscilla highlights the impor…

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160 Andrew Buss and the Conan/Letterman Oral History 1:13:10

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Episode 160: Andrew L. Buss – The Oral Historian ExtraordinaireThis week’s guest is Andrew L. Buss, a prolific writer and oral historian who has meticulously documented some of pop culture’s most iconic projects, including The Jerk, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, High Fidelity, Freaks and Geeks, Clerks: The Animated Series, and more. As an assistant,…

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159 Television Critic of 50 years David Bianculli just followed his bliss 1:27:50

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Episode 159: Television Legend David Bianculli Joins the ShowOur first episode of the year features David Bianculli, a man who has been writing about television for over 50 years, appeared on radio, and currently teaches television at Rowan University. He’s the author of The Platinum Age of Television and Dangerously Funny, a deep dive into the leg…

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158 The Tonight Show With David Letterman? 1:37:16

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Episode 158 - Rob Kates & Darin Cox: A Letterman Fan Fest Finale for 2024To wrap up 2024, The Letterman Podcast brings together two friends of the show who have never appeared on the same episode before: Rob Kates and Darin Cox.Rob is the administrator of several thriving Facebook groups, including the David Letterman Fans page, boasting tens of th…

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How to Pitch and Monetize Like a Creator Pro with Kristen Bousquet 30:35

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Kristen Bousquet, founder and CEO of Your SoulcialMate. Kristen shares insights on how to pitch as a creator, be transparent in monetization, and manage finances. Kristen also discusses the value of community and networki…

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157 John Mcdermott And Mike Discuss David Letterman In The Comedy News 1:18:57

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Episode 157: Comedy Catch-Up with John McDermottThis episode features the return of John McDermott, founder and host of the Daily Comedy News podcast, with over 1,400 episodes and decades of experience, including his time running comedy programming for SiriusXM.John and Mike have an expansive conversation covering the latest in comedy news, much of…

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From Shark Tank to Viral Success w/ Annie Leal (I Love Chamoy) 26:17

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, chats with Annie Leal, founder of I Love Chamoy. Annie shares her journey, including her experience on Shark Tank and the boost it gave her business. She highlights her mission to empower Latinos and celebrate their presence in the …

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156 Steve Randisi Wrote The Inside Story of The Merv Griffin Show 52:11

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The Conclusion of our conversation with author of The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story Steve Randisi.

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155 Steve Randisi Wrote The Inside Story On Merv Griffin 57:10

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This week, we’re delighted to welcome author Steve Randisi to the show. Steve’s knowledge of Merv Griffin is unparalleled—he literally wrote the book on him, Merv Griffin: The Inside Story. With an encyclopedic understanding of Merv, game shows, and late-night television during their formative years and evolution, Steve offers fascinating insights …

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Diversifying Creators’ Revenue with Merchandising and IP w/ Saurabh Shah (Warren James) 29:41

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, talks with Saurabh Shah, CEO of Warren James, about revolutionizing merchandising for influencers and intellectual property. Saurabh shares his unique blend of creativity and data-driven insights, detailing how Warren James helps cr…

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154 Carson The Magnificent 1:37:26

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Episode 154 of The Letterman PodcastThis week, we delve into the newly released book Carson the Magnificent by the late, great Bill Zehme, completed posthumously with the help of his collaborator Mike Thomas. The book provides a uniquely insightful take on Johnny Carson, exploring his early years, career, and the magic (both literal and figurative)…

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153 Everybody Loves Rory 1:24:10

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This week, we are thrilled to welcome legendary comedy manager Rory Rosegarten to the show. For over four decades, Rory has been guiding the careers of some of the greatest stand-up comics in the world, including Robert Klein, Ray Romano, Brian Regan, Tom Green, and many others.Rory’s influence reaches far and wide. From helping his clients land sp…

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The Future of Social Commerce w/ Sarah Penna (Orca) 23:49

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Sarah Penna, SVP of the Creator Team at Orca, about the dynamic world of social commerce and live stream shopping. Sarah shares her journey, from founding the first YouTube talent management company (later acquired by Dr…

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152 Friends Of The Show Volume I Part II 1:46:44

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This episode is the thrilling conclusion to our first Friends of the Show series. Featuring an incredible lineup—prolific Letterman comedy writer Steve Young, OG Late Night with David Letterman writer Steve Winer, official Warren Zevon historian Adam Unger, TV historian Allison Lips, and Darin Cox, co-host of the Irritable Dad Syndrome podcast and …