Best Mike Allton Podcasts (2025)

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Smart Ways to Use Al as a Solopreneur with Mike Allton 52:53

14d ago52:53

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Four hours per week. That's all Mike Allton needs to run a content machine that includes newsletters, blogs, and multiple podcasts. As an AI strategist, podcast host, and chief storyteller at Agorapulse, Mike has mastered the art of efficiency. His secret? A strategic blend of AI tools and email marketing automation that turns one piece of content …

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Why Social Media Needs to Be About Relationships with Mike Allton, Agorapulse 26:09

11d ago26:09

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“Building strong relationships takes time, and that’s what many B2B marketers miss,” says Mike Allton, Chief Storyteller at Agorapulse In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Mike Allton, Chief Storyteller at Agorapulse, joins Jonathan Gandolf to discuss the evolution of social media marketing and why relationships, not quick sales, are the f…

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Gemini for Leadership: AI-Powered Decision-Making with Mike Allton 18:34

13d ago18:34

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In this episode, I explore how leaders can leverage Gemini to make smarter, faster, and more data-driven decisions. I share my own experience using Gemini to navigate a major business rebrand and provide a practical framework for integrating AI into your leadership workflow. Discover how Gemini can assist with rapid market analysis, data-driven ris…

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How to Sell More Without Dumbing It Down with Zach Messler, Messaging Strategist 34:38

32m ago34:38

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“You don’t need to dumb down your message—you need to lift it up,” says Zach Messler, messaging strategist In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Zach Messler to unpack what clarity actually means in product marketing, and why so many companies get it wrong. Zach shares the three deceptively simple questions e…

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Inside LinkedIn's AI Marketing Strategy: A Senior Leader's Perspective with Hava Maloku 34:37

4d ago34:37

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Have you ever wondered how the world's largest professional network approaches artificial intelligence in their marketing? We all see the innovations and changes happening on LinkedIn's platform, but what's happening behind the scenes? How are they actually implementing AI in their marketing strategies, and what can we learn from their approach? Th…

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What Great SEO Looks Like Today with JH Scherck, Growth Plays 24:02

4d ago24:02

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“Bold moves get bold results,” says JH Scherck, founder & CEO of Growth Plays In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, JH Scherck, founder & CEO of Growth Plays, joins Jonathan Gandolf to break down what it really takes to win with content in today’s fragmented, AI-driven search landscape. JH unpacks why traditional SEO still matters—but only …

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AI Bias, Bots & Better Content Workflows with Simon Kriss 31:28

1h ago31:28

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Send us a text What happens when someone with decades of experience in customer experience and strategy goes all in on AI? You get conversations like this. In this episode, I’m joined by Simon Kriss — AI advisor, author, and host of AI in Five — for an energizing, real-talk convo about what’s working (and what’s not) when it comes to using AI in a …

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What an NFL Running Back Can Teach You About Marketing with Austin Ekeler 41:40

6d ago41:40

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From Colorado ranch life to NFL stardom, Austin Ekeler has built multiple successful ventures through resilience and strategic marketing. In this episode, Dave Charest, Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, explores how the Washington Commanders running back applies the same determination to his business ventures as he shows on ga…

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Ask Dave: 2025 National Small Business Week Edition 1:11:25

9d ago1:11:25

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What happens when you take your marketing questions directly to the source, live and in person? You get real, unfiltered conversations with small business owners tackling everything from email strategy to AI content creation. To celebrate National Small Business Week, Dave Charest, Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, hit the roa…

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Creating Content People Would Pay For with David Ebner, Content Workshop 26:26

7d ago26:26

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“Our content should be worth someone’s time—and money,” says David Ebner, founder & CEO of Content Workshop In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, David J. Ebner, founder & CEO of Content Workshop, returns to chat with Jonathan Gandolf about the evolving expectations for content in a post-AI world. David shares why content should meet a new …

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Crafting Global Campaigns: How PESO Strategies Drive Revenue 30:29

3d ago30:29

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Do your global marketing campaigns feel more like a game of chance than a strategic endeavor? Navigating the intricacies of Paid, Earned, Shared, and Owned (PESO) media across diverse markets can often feel overwhelming. With each region bringing its own cultural quirks and digital landscape, crafting campaigns that both resonate locally and drive …

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From Disaster to Digital Recovery: A Business Owner's AI Journey with Judi Fox 39:09

11d ago39:09

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What would you do if your business suddenly faced a catastrophic disruption tomorrow? For most of us, that's a terrifying thought we'd rather not consider. But the reality is, business emergencies don't wait for the perfect moment - they strike without warning, forcing us to adapt or risk losing everything we've built. That's exactly what happened …

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Creating Quality Blog Content with AI Tools with Barb Davids 26:20

4d ago26:20

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Send us a text If the words “SEO” and “content strategy” make your brain want to shut down a little… this episode is for you. I’m joined by Barb Davids — founder of Compass Digital Strategies and the host of Small Business Sweet Spot — to break down how AI can actually support a smart, human-first SEO strategy. We talk about visibility, trust, and …

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How to Make Podcasting Actually Work with Rachel Downey, Share Your Genius 25:21

5d ago25:21

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“In the age of AI, the only differentiator is how you get your people to scale,” says Rachel Downey, founder and CEO of Share Your Genius In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Rachel Downey, founder and CEO of Share Your Genius, to explore what it really takes to build a high-impact podcast or content feed in…

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When Influencer Marketing Belongs in B2B with Brianna Doe, Verbatim 23:58

7d ago23:58

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“I don’t think B2B is as boring as people say it is. I think people are just bored in general,” says Brianna Doe, founder and CEO of Verbatim. In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Brianna Doe, founder and CEO of Verbatim, to unpack how B2B brands can show up with the same creative energy as B2C—without chasi…

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Making AI Your Most Valuable Team Member: A Leaders Guide with Liza Adams 46:26

10d ago46:26

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What if your next star employee never needed a coffee break, could work 24/7, and actually made your human team more creative and productive? That's not science fiction - it's the reality of properly implemented AI in today's business environment. But here's the challenge: most business leaders either overthink AI integration, making it more compli…

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AI for Blogging, Pinterest & Actually Enjoying Your Work Again with Kara Duncan 32:45

12d ago32:45

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Send us a text You don’t need to be a tech bro (or even a tech-savvy founder) to start using AI tools in a way that saves you hours and makes your content better. In this episode, I’m joined by Kara Duncan — Pinterest strategist, blogging pro, and founder of The Kara Report — for a super practical, no-pressure convo on how AI can make your content …

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What Hurts and Helps Your Email Deliverability with Jennifer Nespola Lantz 43:27

21d ago43:27

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Have you ever wondered why some of your emails land in the inbox while others mysteriously vanish? The secret to successful email marketing isn't just what you send, it's who you're sending to. The foundation of effective email marketing starts with how you build and maintain your list. Jennifer Nespola Lantz, VP of Deliverability and Industry Rela…

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Distribution vs. Differentiation: How Startups Can Nail Product Marketing with Jonathan Pipek 23:43

14d ago23:43

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“Positioning and messaging might be perfect, but without distribution, it doesn’t mean anything,” says Jonathan Pipek, founder and CEO of Blue Manta Consulting In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Pipek, founder and CEO of Blue Manta Consulting, joins Jonathan Gandolf to unpack the often-misunderstood world of product marketing—an…

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The Career Pivot Playbook: Transforming Technical Expertise into Business Success 25:16

24d ago25:16

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Are you considering a major career change but unsure how to leverage your existing skills in a new field? Today's guest knows exactly what that's like. After spending years as a successful civil environmental engineer in Denver, Bretta Provost found herself at a crossroads when faced with potential layoffs. Instead of staying the course, she chose …

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AI Digital Clone: How to Augment Your Team's Expertise with George B. Thomas 49:21

25d ago49:21

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Imagine if your top expert—maybe even you—could be available 24/7, across multiple languages, without burning out. Sounds like science fiction? For many SMB leaders, the knowledge held by key individuals becomes a bottleneck, limiting growth and overwhelming crucial team members. But what if AI offered a way not to replace, but to amplify that irre…

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Using AI for Mental Health, Chronic Illness & Everyday Support with Shawn Every 30:42

22d ago30:42

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Send us a text If you’ve ever felt like AI wasn’t for you — maybe it felt too technical, too cold, or just not built with your life in mind — this episode is here to gently blow that belief out of the water. In this conversation, I’m joined by AI coach and consultant Shawn Every, who shares her powerful story of reinvention after chronic illness — …

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Building a Passion-Fueled Business with Jason Shron 51:11

28d ago51:11

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A section of a train in his basement isn't the most interesting thing about Jason Shron. It's how he turned an obsession with model trains into a thriving international business — simply by being himself. In fact, he left his PhD program in art history to pursue his passion full-time. Jason, two decades later, is the president of Rapido Trains Inc.…

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Gemini Prompt Engineering: Get the Results You Want with Mike Allton 15:18

22d ago15:18

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In this episode, I unlock the secrets to crafting powerful prompts that get you the exact results you need from Gemini and other large language models (LLMs). I introduce the RICCE framework, a practical system designed to help you communicate effectively with AI and achieve optimal output. Think of RICCE as your training wheels for prompt engineer…

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Google Cloud Expert Reveals: Making AI Agents Work for Your Bottom Line with Eva Dong 41:30

1M ago41:30

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Are you throwing money at AI without seeing real returns? You're not alone. Businesses everywhere are struggling to turn their AI investments into actual revenue. But what if I told you that AI agents could become your most profitable team members? The challenge isn't just implementing AI - it's making it pay for itself. Many business leaders are i…

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Redefining Revenue Marketing with Tim Rath, YOYABA 23:32

28d ago23:32

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“I think AI is not the future. Human-led content is the future. Authentic stories are the future,” says Tim Rath, co-founder and CEO of YOYABA In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Tim Rath, co-founder and CEO of YOYABA, joins Jonathan to discuss the rise of revenue marketing—and why it’s much more than a buzzword. From co-founding an agenc…

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How to Stay Human in a Tech-Driven World with Mike Allton 41:34

28d ago41:34

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Send us a text Let’s be real — AI isn’t just a “tool” anymore. It’s an entire shift in how we communicate, create, and connect. And if you’re building a brand you actually care about? That can feel a little… overwhelming. In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Mike Allton — Chief Storyteller at Agorapulse and longtime solopreneur — for a supe…

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How to Build and Manage a Healthier Email List with Constant Contact 35:42

1M ago35:42

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Building your business on social media is like renting a house—you've decorated it beautifully, but the landlord can change the rules anytime. Your email list, however, is property you own outright. This distinction can make or break a small business when platforms change algorithms or face potential bans. In this episode, Dave Charest speaks with …

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Gemini vs. ChatGPT: Choosing the Right AI for Your Business with Mike Allton 14:14

1M ago14:14

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In today's episode, I dive into the most important question every business is asking: Gemini or ChatGPT? I provide a balanced and hype-free comparison of Gemini and ChatGPT, exploring their shared capabilities, unique strengths, and ideal use cases. This isn't about declaring a winner; it's about empowering you to make an informed decision and choo…

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When ABM Works and When It Doesn’t with Mason Cosby, Scrappy ABM 30:34

1M ago30:34

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“Don’t ask for the meeting. People aren’t dumb. Your job is to help them do theirs better,” says Mason Cosby, CEO and co-founder of Scrappy ABM In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Mason Cosby, CEO and co-founder of Scrappy ABM, to break down what account-based marketing really looks like without six-figure …

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Escape the B2B Content Desert: Creating Social Media That Resonates 42:47

1M ago42:47

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When was the last time you genuinely enjoyed reading B2B content on social media? For most of us, our feeds are filled with product announcements, feature lists, and corporate updates that fail to capture attention or spark real conversations. If you're responsible for your company's social media, you might find yourself wondering how to break free…

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How I Trained ChatGPT to Sound Like My Brand (And Why You Should Too) 20:26

1M ago20:26

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Send us a text In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact method I use to train ChatGPT to sound like my brand — and how you can do it too, with a single Google Doc and one-click upload. This is the behind-the-scenes magic of my Brand Blueprint for ChatGPT method — a human-first approach that saves me 15+ hours a week and actually makes AI feel l…

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One Platform to Rule Them All: The Magai Approach to AI Integration with Dustin W. Stout 58:02

1M ago58:02

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Are you juggling five different AI tools just to get through your workday? Trying to remember which login goes with which platform and wondering if you're actually saving time or just creating new headaches? You're not alone. Today we've got the AI whisperer himself, Dustin W. Stout. This guy isn't just another tech founder with fancy promises—he's…

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Why Businesses Must Prioritize Digital Experience with Christian Burne, Oshyn 18:12

1M ago18:12

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“You can’t expect customers to come back if they’re not getting a good experience,” says Christian Burne, CTO of Oshyn In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Christian Burne, CTO of Oshyn, to explore the world of digital trust and its critical role in creating exceptional website experiences. From performance …

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Build a Fans-First Business From the Ground Up with the Savannah Bananas 48:14

1M ago48:14

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Imagine a baseball team that throws out the rulebook—not just for the game, but for how they do business. Meet the Savannah Bananas, a team that's less about scoring runs and more about sparking joy. Led by owner Jesse Cole, this isn't your typical sports team. As Jesse puts it, "We have no interest in being a billion-dollar business, but we want t…

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AI, Climate Change & Real Talk on Responsibility with Maya Stojkovich 47:53

1M ago47:53

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Send us a text This is one of the most important convos I’ve had on the pod. In this episode, Maya Stojkovich and I dive into the real impact AI has on the environment — what’s hype, what’s true, and how to stay grounded in action instead of spiraling in overwhelm. We talk about the politics, the power structures, the greenwashing…and how AI might …

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Gemini for Growth: 3 AI Breakthroughs for Your Business with Mike Allton 12:18

1M ago12:18

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Tired of AI hype and ready for real results? In this episode of The AI Hat Podcast, I dive into 3 powerful ways you can use Google's Gemini AI to supercharge your business today. Discover actionable strategies to revolutionize your marketing, operations, and customer engagement. What You'll Learn: How Gemini can generate killer marketing content an…

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The Evolution of Social Media and Marketing with Emeric Ernoult, Agorapulse 22:35

1M ago22:35

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“The easiest and most reliable way to get amazing talent is to work with your network and your employees’ networks,” says Emeric Ernoult, co-founder and CEO of Agorapulse In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Emeric Ernoult, co-founder and CEO of Agorapulse, to explore the power of leveraging social media and…

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Marketing Automation 2.0: Why Agentic AI is a Game-Changer for Small Business with Alex Carlson 39:17

2M ago39:17

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Are you tired of wearing all the marketing hats in your small business? Juggling social media, email campaigns, content creation, and analytics while trying to actually run your business? What if I told you there's a new wave of AI that doesn't just help with tasks - it actually takes control and drives results on its own? The challenge for small b…

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How Two Brothers Built a Marketing Agency from Scratch with Dan Knowlton 48:03

2M ago48:03

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Dan Knowlton didn’t plan to build a top-performing content agency by dressing up in wigs and fake mustaches — but that's what helped him stand out. In 2015, Dan and his brother Lloyd launched their marketing agency, Knowlton, from a spare room in their parents' house. No roadmap. No fancy setup. Just two brothers figuring it out as they went. What …

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How She Mapped Her Six-Figure Year with ChatGPT with Dana Johnson 34:21

1M ago34:21

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Send us a text What if ChatGPT could help you map out a six-figure year and simplify your entire workflow? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Pinterest strategist Dana Johnson, has been doing — and she’s sharing all the behind-the-scenes goodness. Dana and I chat about how she’s blending evergreen marketing with AI tools in a way that actually feel…

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Stop Chasing Likes, Start Driving Revenue: A Social Media Wake-Up Call 47:37

2M ago47:37

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Have you ever sat in a meeting where your marketing team proudly presented their latest social media metrics - the growing followers, the increasing engagement rates - only to have your sales team ask, 'But where are the qualified leads?' It's a scene playing out in B2B companies everywhere: marketing teams investing significant time and resources …

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The AI Advantage: How Small Businesses Can Punch Above Their Weight Class with Phil Pallen 44:07

2M ago44:07

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Are you running a small business and feeling constantly overwhelmed by all the AI tools, wearing too many hats, and wondering how competitors seem to get so much more done? What if you could multiply your productivity without expanding your team or working longer hours? The struggle of being a solopreneur or small business owner has always been abo…

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Protecting Your Ideas While Using AI Tools with Kelsey Silver 38:52

2M ago38:52

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Send us a text Worried AI tools are going to steal your original ideas? You are so not alone, and this episode is here to clear the air. Today, we’re chatting with Kelsey Silver: data expert, therapist, and the queen of explaining complex tech in a way that makes you feel smart and seen. We’re diving deep into how AI tools actually work, what’s rea…

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From Sommelier to Sales Strategy with Haley Moore, Acquire 21:37

2M ago21:37

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“People relate to people, not tasting notes,” says Haley Moore, founder of Acquire In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf welcomes Haley Moore, founder of Acquire, to explore the intersection of hospitality and B2B marketing. From her Michelin-star sommelier roots to reimagining virtual and in-person events for top brands, H…

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Art, Story, and the Business of Wonder with Gregangelo Herrera and Team 57:31

2M ago57:31

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The Gregangelo Museum wasn’t supposed to exist. It began as a run-down rental in San Francisco — a place where artist Gregangelo Herrera patched collapsing rooms with found materials, turning repairs into creative experiments. One of those repairs became a full-blown art installation. One became two. Then three. Forty years later, the house is a ci…

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Video-First Strategy and Mindshare Marketing with Drew Brucker, Goldcast 28:59

2M ago28:59

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“Video is a tool for democratizing creative storytelling,” shares Drew Brucker, Director of Brand & Content at Goldcast In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Drew Brucker, Head of Brand and Content at Goldcast, shares how B2B marketing has evolved in a video-first world, and why companies can no longer afford to avoid using video as a key c…

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Making AI Human: A Social Media Storyteller's Playbook 31:42

2M ago31:42

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Are you struggling to explain AI technology in a way that actually connects with your audience? For B2B marketers, communicating about artificial intelligence presents a unique challenge. It's not just about explaining what the technology does—it's about making it relatable, trustworthy, and human. Many marketers find themselves caught between main…

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The You-niverse: How to Stay Human in an AI Marketing World with Mark Schaefer 45:21

2M ago45:21

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Have you ever wondered if we're slowly losing our humanity in the rush to adopt AI? Every day, another marketer proclaims they've automated their entire workflow, created the perfect AI system, or generated flawless content. But what if perfection isn't what your audience really wants? The truth is, we're facing an unprecedented challenge in market…

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Building a B2B Content Machine with Ryan Allis, SaasRise 23:54

2M ago23:54

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“Great content is content that’s worth 10x the reader’s time,” says Ryan Allis, CEO and Founder of SaasRise In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Ryan Allis, Founder of SaasRise, shares the playbook behind scaling a content-led B2B growth engine in 2025. He breaks down why traditional inbound and SEO strategies are losing steam, and how AI-…

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