Best Mike Saunders Podcasts (2025)

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Interview with John Wright, CFA Chief Investment Officer of Stellar Assets Discussing Beating the Market 26:09

21h ago26:09

26:09

John is a Stanford guy, but not Wall Street. He has spent his entire career in the real world solving the biggest problems facing the largest companies. Problems like how to win, grow sales, and improve the stock price. He has driven value across diverse industries: Consulting, Technology, Industrial, Retail, and Transportation. But he no longer wo…

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The Home of MFG: Uniting Events, Podcasts, and Tools for the Manufacturing Nation, 463 31:27

1h ago31:27

31:27

What if every trade show, manufacturing podcast, and business resource you needed was just a few clicks away? That’s the vision behind The Home of MFG, a new online hub created by Chris Stevens—a manufacturing leader who got tired of fragmented information and decided to build a centralized, open-access platform for the industry. In this episode, w…

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Surviving Appalachia with Ed Saunders 1:41:25

1d ago1:41:25

1:41:25

Appalachians once prided themselves on the ability to support an entire family, and neighbors, off of small family farms, so that's what we're focusing on for this show. We welcomed Ed Saunders, who is leading the charge for the Southwest Virginia Alternative Living Expo coming to Ferrum at the end of this month, for a discussion on the upcoming ev…

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Meet MAESTRO: How Hexagon is Turning Quality Into a Power Play, 462 44:49

2d ago44:49

44:49

If inspection is the bottleneck in your shop, you’re not alone—and this episode might just be your blueprint for breaking through it. We sat down with the team behind MAESTRO, the latest release from Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division, to explore how a complete reinvention of the coordinate measuring machine (CMM) is shifting quality con…

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Casual Magic Episode 275 - Gavin Verhey and Commander 53:13

2d ago53:13

53:13

This week I'm joined by Wizards Principle Designer Gavin Verhey to talk about the Commander Format Panel and the recent changes to the ban list! We go into the mechanics of how the panel works and discuss in depth thoughts about the cards. Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver and Archidekt and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for yo…

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Interview with Pri Cosentino Senior E.A.S.E. Advisor with Xexis Private Wealth 23:02

3d ago23:02

23:02

Priscila “Pri” Cosentino is an accomplished Senior E.A.S.E. Advisor and Wealth Mentor, renowned for her ability to integrate financial expertise with transformative personal development methodologies. With over a decade of experience across industries in Brazil and the United States—ranging from advertising and events to retail and financial servic…

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Interview with John Wright, CFA Chief Investment Officer of Stellar Assets Discussing Managing Market Risk 32:11

3d ago32:11

32:11

John is a Stanford guy, but not Wall Street. He has spent his entire career in the real world solving the biggest problems facing the largest companies. Problems like how to win, grow sales, and improve the stock price. He has driven value across diverse industries: Consulting, Technology, Industrial, Retail, and Transportation. But he no longer wo…

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Interview with Jed Morley, Founder and CEO of Backstory Branding 19:36

3d ago19:36

19:36

Jed G. Morley is the founder and CEO of Backstory Branding, a consultancy dedicated to helping businesses build brands that live up to their promise through consulting, coaching, and courses. With over two decades of experience, Jed has led brand breakthroughs for category leaders such as BambooHR, Lucidchart, Consensus, Grow, and Vasion. His propr…

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Ozman Richard's House of Death Games: Celebrity Obama Llama 29:13

4d ago29:13

29:13

This week's episode is Round 2 of The House of Death Games. Here, Bailey has us playing a sadistic game of celebrity Obama Llama to get points in Ozman Richards' (similar to but legally distinct Richard Osman) post-apocalyptic House of Death Games . Who's in the running to escape with their life? And who's destined for the digestive tract of a radi…

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Interview with John Wright, CFA Chief Investment Officer of Stellar Assets Discussing Investing in Individual Equities 25:10

8d ago25:10

25:10

John is a Stanford guy, but not Wall Street. He has spent his entire career in the real world solving the biggest problems facing the largest companies. Problems like how to win, grow sales, and improve the stock price. He has driven value across diverse industries: Consulting, Technology, Industrial, Retail and Transportation. But he no longer wor…

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Haw Patch to American Idol with Kam' Ron Smith 2:04:58

8d ago2:04:58

2:04:58

This show was one of the best we've recorded in a long time, maybe ever, and we think you'll enjoy it as well, We had recent American Idol contestant, and Franklin County native, Kam'ron Smith up at the cabin where we had a long talk about growing up here in Franklin County, and the wild stuff you might get into as a young man. We also discussed hi…

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Interview with Tim Dwyer, Founder & Director with Tolemy 23:29

9d ago23:29

23:29

An educator, consultant, and business builder, Tim teaches entrepreneurs, business owners, and CEOs how to design, build, and activate business strategies based on a foundation of their core brand assets. A master at helping businesses curate and communicate their true value in the market. Tim loves making a difference in people’s lives. Tim works …

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Casual Magic Episode 274 - Bobbie Christine 1:00:32

9d ago1:00:32

1:00:32

This week we are joined by community superhero and just all around bright light, Bobbie Christine! We talk about bringing inclusion and diversity to Magic events, and about finding our joy in the game. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quiver, and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your support!…

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Interview with Eric Liriano, CFP®, Principal and Founder of Liriano Wealth Advisory Group-Tax-free Investing and Retirement for Legacy Pla 22:31

10d ago22:31

22:31

Eric E. Liriano, CFP®, is the Principal and Founder of Liriano Wealth Advisory Group, LLC, with over 25 years of experience in the financial planning industry. A graduate of Boston College with a degree in Business Marketing and Communications, Mr. Liriano employs a distinctive macroeconomic approach to wealth accumulation and preservation. He serv…

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Machines Are Just the Start (How to Build a Shop That Lasts), 461 1:14:51

10d ago1:14:51

1:14:51

If you’re in the trenches of manufacturing like we are—running a shop, growing a business, or even dreaming of starting your own—this episode is going to hit home. We’re diving deep into the real challenges and choices that come with equipping a machine shop. It’s not just about what machine to buy; it’s about how to make smart, future-proof decisi…

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Ozman Richard's House of Death Games: Just a Minute, You Drongo 33:30

11d ago33:30

33:30

The gang has been kidnapped! Again. This time, Australia's post-apocalyptic warlord Ozman Richards (similar to but legally distinct from Richard Osman) has challenged our puzzlers to compete in his House of Death Games. To the winner? Their life is spared. Everyone else? They pass through the digestive tract of a radioactive koala. This episode cov…

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A Conversation with Smokey the Appalachistani pt 2 1:14:34

15d ago1:14:34

1:14:34

We're back with our friend Smokey the Appalachistani. We discussed what's been going on in the region, how local politics affect us, current events in DC, the work in Western North Carolina, and much more. Support the showBy William Riddle

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Casual Magic Episode 273 - Coriander Dickinson 57:42

16d ago57:42

57:42

This week I'm joined by another member of the Loading Ready Run Collective, my dear friend Coriander Dickinson! Cori is delightful and we talk about her path to Victoria and how she got back into making Magic content with the LRR crew. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quiver and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for you…

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Funding Your Dream Shop: Creative Ownership Strategies You Haven’t Heard Yet, 460 1:04:42

17d ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Dreaming of owning your own machine shop but hitting a wall when it comes to the money? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not out of options. In this episode of MakingChips’ Machine Shop MBA series, host Mike Payne sits down with Jon Hughes, Principal and CFO Consultant at CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), to unpack what it really takes to fund a manu…

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Puzzle Creators React: Brooklyn Nine-Nine 39:22

18d ago39:22

39:22

In this new series, we put our professional puzzle design experience to good use and look at escape rooms in film and TV as if they were real escape rooms. Our inaugural episode looks at the escape room episode of Brooklyn Nine-Nine - Karen Peralta (Season 3 Episode 14). This is the episode where Captain Holt, Gina, Hitchcock and Scully 'work' toge…

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The Quiet Cut That's Loudly Threatening Small Manufacturing 35:09

19d ago35:09

35:09

Most small manufacturers don’t realize they’re being quietly supported by one of the most impactful public-private partnerships in the country. The Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) has long been the hidden backbone behind training programs, grant facilitation, process improvements, and critical tech upgrades for shops across the U.S. But r…

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595. Elephant Man Foot l Mike James & Akeem Woods 1:10:16

19d ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Godfrey talks to Mike James about coming to New York to see Denzel on Broadway, comedy in the south and more! Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a wh…

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A Conversation with Smokey the Appalachistani pt 1 1:21:06

22d ago1:21:06

1:21:06

We're back with our friend Smokey the Appalachistani. We discussed what's been going on in the region, how local politics affect us, current events in DC, the work in Western North Carolina, and much more. Support the showBy William Riddle

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Casual Magic Episode 272 - Magic Mishamigo 53:51

23d ago53:51

53:51

This week I'm joined by the award winning cosplayer Magic Mishamigo! We talk about the art of craft, the joys of Slimefoot and Fblthp, and transporting costumes around the world! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quivertime, and by my patrons at Patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your continued support.…

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The Legal + Financial Stuff No One Warns You About When Starting a Machine Shop, 459 41:13

24d ago41:13

41:13

Most people who dream of launching a manufacturing business obsess over machines, processes, and parts. But here’s the thing: that dream can die before a single spindle turns—if you miss a few less-glamorous (but absolutely critical) steps on the front end. Legal structure? Tax setup? Insurance? Naming your shop? These early decisions carry more we…

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Stone's Throw Mysteries: Pop's Bar with Eloise Corvo 44:23

25d ago44:23

44:23

This week, Jamie and Mairi are joined by author and game designer Eloise Corvo who chats with us about her new book, Off the Beaten Path, as well as her love of Michigan, cozy murders and designing mystery games. Say hi to Eloise: Website InstagramBy Mike Collins, Jon Saunders, Jamie Gibbs, Mairi Nolan

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593. Ober and Ober Again l Vishnu Vaka & Akeem Woods 1:09:14

26d ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Godfrey talks about Ali Siddiq joining Omega Psi Phi, Kanye in a Klan hood and so much more! Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, ran…

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592. Corey Holcomb's Crowd Walks Out l Vishnu Vaka & Akeem Woods 59:44

29d ago59:44

59:44

Godfrey talks about Corey Holcomb dealing with a walkout on the "We Them Ones" Tour and more! Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, ra…

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Is Authoritarianism Coming? 1:13:38

29d ago1:13:38

1:13:38

On this episode we finished some of our conversation from our pervious show, as welcome Stuart Angel back. We talked about the first 100 Days of presidency, the cultural impact, what we'd like the see in the future, and more. Support the showBy William Riddle

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Casual Magic Episode 271 - Mike Carrozza 1:07:45

1M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

This week I'm joined by the host of Are You The Bolcast, Mike Carrozza! We talk about growing up an English speaker in Quebec, and the art of stand up comedy! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quivertime, and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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Shop Formation 101: Entity Types, Tax Traps, and Long-Term Strategy, 458 39:51

1M ago39:51

39:51

In this episode of the Machine Shop MBA series, we go beyond vision boards and get into the meat and potatoes of launching your shop legally—with the right entity type and structure to support your short and long-term goals. Whether you’re looking to stay solo, bring on partners, or position for future investment or acquisition, your business forma…

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Spaghetti Sabotage! feat. Eloise Corvo 1:13:29

1M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

This week we're joined by author and game designer Eloise Corvo who's presented us with a mystery set in the world of her cozy murder Stone's Throw Mystery novel, Off the Beaten Path. Think Parks and Rec meets Clue, and you're pretty much there. Will Jamie and Mairi manage to find the missing tomatoes before Pop's big fundraiser starts? And just ho…

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591. Pasta Drama l Akeem Woods 1:01:43

1M ago1:01:43

1:01:43

Godfrey is joined by Akeem Woods to talk about the date from hell who won't leave Godfrey alone! Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer,…

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Standing on Your Morals with Mayor Holland Perdue 1:36:20

1M ago1:36:20

1:36:20

On this episode we bring back Rocky Mount Mayor Holland Perdue to get an update on how things are going in the heart of the Moonshine Capital. We discussed the recent highlight of a local singer heading to American Idol, a avoidable tragedy in the Roanoke Valley, recent happenings in the town, what we can look forward to in the future, and much mor…

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590. Black Amazon l Jon Laster & Akeem Woods 1:21:44

1M ago1:21:44

1:21:44

Godfrey is joined by Jon Laster and Akeem woods to talk his struggles as a black founder in tech, why more black owned businesses should go direct to consumer and more! Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movi…

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