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Co-Hosted by Rob DiPietro (@deadpullhitter) and Rob Silver (@RobSilver), the Launch Angle Podcast (@LaunchAnglePod) takes a look at the world of fantasy baseball and offers up advice on draft strategies, player evaluation, ownership trends, player call-ups, and everything in between! So if you're looking for the podcast that will help you win your fantasy league then look no further.
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Former professional rugby player John Daniell and journalist Glenn McConnell travel New Zealand trying to find the rulebook for how to be a man in 2021. Along the way they meet everyone from an All Black to a Tinder-profile guru, from a non-binary father to an historian of Kiwi bloke-ness. It’s a wild ride.
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Retired US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills (82nd Airborne) is a recalibrated warrior, motivational speaker, bestselling author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. Travis brings his unique and inspirational perspective to conversations with American Heroes from military, medical, first responders (and more) backgrounds. Learn about them, and from them through their conversations with Travis - Hero to Hero. This project benefits the Travis Mills Foundation, supporting special-needs vet ...
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Conversations with Carroll is a podcast hosted by former NFL cornerback Nolan Carroll, offering raw, insightful, and wide-ranging interviews with athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and thought leaders. With a focus on mindset, resilience, and the stories behind the success, Nolan brings a unique player-to-player perspective shaped by his years on the field. Whether it’s unpacking the business of sports, life after the game, or lessons learned from adversity, each episode delivers authent ...
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Liverpool Comedy Improv is an ever growing community of improvisers that span the globe. Every member of the community brings so much to improv and every player is unique in their own way. This podcast series gives our host Iain Luke Jones the opportunity to delve deep into all things improv and life with a guests from the LCI community and beyond. We want to know how people got into improv? The impact it has had on their life? & What struggles they have had to overcome inside and outside of ...
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Welcome to the newly relaunched Her Game Too Podcast, where we bring you powerful and inspiring stories from women across the football industry. Each episode, we dive deep into the real-life challenges faced by women in the world of football, from players and coaches to journalists and executives. Our guests share their personal journeys, triumphs, and the obstacles they've overcome, providing a candid look at what it takes to thrive in a male-dominated field. But this podcast is more than j ...
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Welcome to the Little Star Light Podcast It is exciting to have you as a listener of Little Star Light, a podcast dedicated to sharing stories of courage and inspiration with our hosts and guests during uplifting, entertaining and intriguing conversations. Thank you for joining us. Each of us have a great story to live, you included. Hear and learn from, be inspired by and benefit from respected industry experts, brave pathfinders, curious adventurers, determined innovators, creative warrior ...
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Entrepreneur Inspiring Stories to Help Motivate, Build, & Grow Your Successful Business with a Master Class from Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders that tell it How It Is... Millionaire Interviews is actionable advice for the (future & present) Entrepreneur, Thought Leaders, Solopreneur, Youpreneur, and Small Business Owner. The host interviews Business Founders in the Product, Service, Real Estate, and Tech industries so they can teach you from their experience. Connect with other Listeners @ ...
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This week’s guest is long time friend of the show San George, who’s fresh from stepping into the world of stand-up comedy! We chat about how her gig came about, what it was like building her set, and how the night itself went down. Along the way, we dive into the similarities and differences between stand-up and improv, and explore how San balances…
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EP 216: ADP Analysis: Zach Wheeler, Jose Altuve, Bo Bichette +
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1:32:18Rob and I discuss the depth of middle infield in current DC ADP and we start the train rolling on ADP analysis. This one starts our navigation to flip flopping every episode between public and Patreon only. Come join the Patreon for extra episodes and much more! ADP Carlos Rodon Will Smith Sal Perez Zach Wheeler Jose Altuve Brandon Woodruff Kyle St…
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This week’s guest is Matt Knowles from Glossop Improv and Dark Peak Adventure Club! After the pandemic, Matt decided it was time to get out, have fun and try something new, and that decision led him straight to the wonderful world of improv. We chat about creativity, community and the sheer joy of saying “yes, and” to life’s opportunities. So it’s …
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This week we are joined by the wonderful Chris Mead. Chris is a real font of improv knowledge and we delve into a wide variety of topics. He delves deep into his incredible journey into improv, from his early days performing at the Edinburgh Fringe to making improv his full-time career. We talk about his early influences, including Whose Line Is It…
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This week we welcome the wonderful Rebecca MacMillan to the show. A founding member of The Maydays, Rebecca has been at the heart of the UK improv scene for many years. In this episode we explore her improv journey, from her early days discovering the artform to her time performing with Closer Each Day, the UK’s longest running improvised soap oper…
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276: Scaling Wireless World to Regional Domination | Vince Lubben’s Midwest Empire
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50:46Vince Lubben is the Co-Owner of Wireless World. Vince began working in the wireless sector as a sales executive for CommNet Cellular, when the cell phone industry was young. He saw an opportunity to start his own business and opened his first store in Vermillion, South Dakota in 1999. Today, there are 54 Wireless World outlets and the company has 3…
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How to Market Improv to Non-Improv Audiences
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54:26How do you get people who’ve never seen improv before to come to a show? In this episode of the Liverpool Comedy ImprovCast, Iain Luke Jones chats with Dave Hodgson about the tricky art of marketing improv to non-improvisers. From finding the right language to avoiding insider jargon, to making improv feel exciting, accessible, and impossible to mi…
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EP 215: Too Early Drafts and FAAB Rollbacks
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1:07:17Rob And I discuss the to Early Meatball draft, our team standings with the season winding down and the topic of rolling back FAAB moves in the NFBC, Launch Angle and PullHitter Merch here Come join the Pull Hitter Patreon where you can find more Launch Angle Podcasts and much more. THE Discord is highly active an…
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This week we welcome Katy Main and Naomi Williamson to the show!They may be new to the improv scene, but they’ve dived in headfirst, splashing about with big laughs and bold moves. With two very different paths that led them here, Katy and Naomi have already thrown themselves into some brilliant projects & they’re only just getting started.It’s tim…
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This week, we’re thrilled to welcome back the brilliant Cheng Jun Cheong for a deep dive into the hilarious (and sometimes cringeworthy) world of Beginner Pitfalls in Improv. Cheng Jun has been keeping a close eye on the improv scene, and he’s here to share his sharp, insightful observations on the common mistakes that can trip up even the most ent…
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275: From the Battlefield to the CBD Boardroom: Craig Henderson of Extract Labs
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1:12:40Craig Henderson is the CEO of Extract Labs, a Boulder, Colorado-based full-service hemp extraction laboratory offering a proprietary line of boutique CBD-infused products. Craig started the company in his garage in 2016. This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranBridge Consulting and Top 1% US Franchise Consultant is here to help y…
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This week we return to our A–Z of Improv series and explore the letter ‘I’!Host Iain Luke Jones is joined once again by the brilliant Sekki Tabasuares for an insightful and entertaining chat all about what the letter I brings to the world of improv. From imagination to intent and everything in between, this episode dives into the ideas, instincts, …
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EP 214: Fantasy Baseball Masterclass Roundtable w/ Phil Dussault, James Anderson, Andrew Geller and Jeff Zimmerman
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2:03:32Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-hosts Rob DiPietro & Rob Silver On this episode we are joined by several wonderful analysts and fantasy players. We go through team by team discussing some interesting players from each, while also side chatting about strategy and roster construction. We go into chatting about how to close down …
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This week, our host Iain Luke Jones peels back the layers of his writing journey, taking a pause from improv to shine a light on another major passion in his life. Ever wondered what the process of getting a book published really looks like? Then this is the episode for you.Don't just be that person who says, “I reckon I have a book in me.” Be the …
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274: The Cable Cowboy Who Went from Broke to Broadband 🤠 | Terry Koosed of Bel Air Internet
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2:16:14Terry Koosed is the Founder of Bel Air Internet, a Los Angeles based Internet Service Provider, and a leading authority on successful entrepreneurship. He has founded and successfully run seven companies in the high-tech industry during the past 40 years, sometimes concurrently, and is what some would call, a serial entrepreneur. Listen to Part II,…
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This week we welcome Xavier Chan and Vince Clavel to the show to talk all about their journey into improv. From discovering LCI to the ways it's reshaped their lives, we dive into what brought them to the stage and where they see their improv paths heading next. It's another fantastic chat that you won't want to miss, so sit back, relax, and grab a…
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EP 213 | Talkin' OOPSY w/ Jordan Rosenblum
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1:41:41Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-hosts Rob DiPietro & Rob Silver On this episdoe we are joined by Jordan Rosenblum, creator of OOPSY projection system Launch Angle and PullHitter Merch here Come join the Pull Hitter Patreon where you can find more Launch Angle Podcasts and much more. THE Discord is hi…
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This week, we’re delighted to welcome Codie Wright and Julie Anderson to the show.Both are relatively new to the improv scene, but they’re already brimming with enthusiasm and performing for live audiences. In this episode, you’ll hear how they each found their way to LCI, following very different paths, and how their recent completion of the Level…
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This week on the Liverpool Comedy Improvcast, we're thrilled to welcome the brilliant Cheng Jun Cheong to the show! 🌟Discover how watching Whose Line Is It Anyway? in Singapore a decade ago sparked a journey that led Cheng Jun to the heart of Liverpool’s improv scene. Now a regular at our drop-in sessions, Cheng Jun shares how improvisation provide…
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273: Publishing to EdTech: The Unlikely Road to Evolution Labs with Founder Peter Kraft
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1:26:53Peter Kraft is the Founder and President of Evolution Labs. Prior to founding Evolution Labs, Kraft was instrumental in forming and re-envisioning two educational software companies that led the industry in recruitment, enrollment and retention of college students. He co-founded GoalQuest in 2000 and served as its CEO until 2007 when he spearheaded…
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In this special solo episode, Iain reflects on his one-person improv show, The You & Me Show, performed at the Liverpool Improvisation Festival.Sharing insights from the stage, he explores the challenges, surprises, and rewards of performing solo—and what it meant to connect with an audience in such a personal and collaborative way.So sit back, rel…
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This week on the Liverpool Comedy Improvcast, we return to Improv Room 101!Joining us is friend of the show San George, who’s bringing her top three improv no-no’s—the things she’d most love to see banished from the improv world forever. But can she convince Iain to lock them away for good?Tune in to hear which improv frustrations San would happily…
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EP 212 | Sutter Health Park, Kyren Paris & Player Concerns
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1:01:00Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman…
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This week on The Liverpool Comedy ImprovCast, we're thrilled to welcome another fabulous member of the Pick N' Mix Improv Troupe — Rosie Sosic!Rosie has had a whirlwind first year in the world of improv, and what a journey it’s been. From nervously stepping into a room full of strangers to finishing the year as an award-winning improviser, Rosie’s …
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EP 212 | Live Draft Recaps & Opening Day Reactions
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1:06:28Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman ) an…
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272: From Selling Phones Out of a Van to Leading a 9-Figure Empire | Brett Beveridge of T-ROC
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1:13:10Brett Beveridge is the President of The Revenue Optimization Companies. Brett is an entrepreneurial, results-driven executive with over 20 years of experience and success in the wireless and technology industries. He has hands-on success in start-ups, profit turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and fundraising and is the driving force behind…
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This week, we’re thrilled to welcome back friend of the show, Sekki Tabasuares, for a fascinating conversation about the connections between public speaking and improv. Over the past year, Sekki has been building a strong foundation in the public speaking world and has discovered just how seamlessly improv techniques can enhance a speaker’s confide…
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In this episode of the Liverpool Comedy Improvcast, friend of the show Michael Ananins steps into host as our regular host Iain Luke Jones takes centre stage to chat about his brand new book, The Pundamentals—a celebration of puns, wordplay, and the joy of clever comedy! Iain dives into the inspiration behind the book, exploring how his love of imp…
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EP 211 | News & Notes + ADP Analysis
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1:29:09Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman ) and Rob …
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Liverpool Improvisation Festival 2025
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1:00:02This week on the Liverpool Comedy Improvcast, we're diving into all things LIF 2025 with Mark Smith and Jen Hardy! 🎭✨ Find out all about this year’s exciting four-day lineup, the incredible shows taking the stage, and the fantastic workshops on offer. Whether you're a seasoned improviser or just curious about the festival, this episode has everythi…
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EP 210 | Pete Alonso, Kenley Jansen & ADP Analysis
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1:23:56Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman ) and Rob Silver…
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271: How to Breathe Life into a Business... Dr. Dan Cohen of Breathe Right Strips
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55:39Dr. Dan Cohen is the former Chairman of CNS, Incorporated. Dr. Cohen was the driving force behind the meteoric rise of Breathe Right nasal strips, acquiring the rights to manufacture and sell the product for the medical equipment company he founded in 1982. In 2006, GlaxoSmithKline acquired CNS, including its Breathe Right nasal strips and FiberCho…
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From childhood notebooks to the improv stage, Colleen Campbell's creative journey is full of surprises. This week, the Pick N' Mix Improv performer joins us to discuss how her passion for writing and drama led her to the world of short-form improv, with detours into stand-up and sketch. Join us for a fascinating conversation about finding your come…
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EP 209 | Dodgers Pen, Santander & ADP Analysis
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1:18:51Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman ) and Rob Silver (…
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We are kicking off 2025 by welcoming the wonderful Hollie White to the show!Hollie moved back to her home city of Chester a little over a year ago and has already had a massive impact on the improv scene. She qucikly became a regular at Flintshire Funnybone Improv just over the border in North Wales and has more recently started Chest Improv Sociec…
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270: Once Again, the Return of the Non-Food Franchise King: Jon Ostenson of Franbridge Consulting
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59:52Jon Ostenson is the Founder of FranBridge Consulting. Jon is a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit ov…
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We’ve had so many incredible guests on the Liverpool Comedy ImprovCast, and the show has grown and evolved so much since our very first episode. We thought it was about time to give our trailer a fresh update!By Neil Mullarkey, Karla Dingle, Michael Ananins, Laura Hall, Iain Luke Jones
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EP 208 | Snell, Kikuchi, Montas, Chapman and Boyd
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1:15:16Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman ) and Rob Silver (…
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269: Blowing Minds with Carey Smith: The Big Ass Fans Story! 🫏...
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1:12:04Carey Smith founded Big Ass Fans in 1999 and served as its Chief Big Ass until the company's sale in 2017. Under his guidance, Big Ass Fans grew an average of 30% a year, with offices across the globe. It made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies 11 consecutive years — a feat achieved by only 34 others — and expanded from industr…
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This Week we are bringing the year to a close with a look back at 2024. Iain reflects on all of the wonderful guests and specials that made this year so wondeful and we also tease a few exciting things coming up in 2025.So sit back, relax and enjoy a little walk down memory lane, destination 2024.By Iain Luke Jones
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HER GAME TOO - EPISODE 10 - FOOTBALL, PUNDITRY & WREXHAM: MIA ROBERTS & CHEL HUMPHREYS
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1:03:33In this exciting episode of Her Game Too, host Caz May is joined by two lifelong Wrexham AFC fans—Mia Roberts and Chel Humphreys—for an in-depth look at the club's incredible journey. Mia, a former player for Wrexham Women, shares her personal story of playing for the club, including the thrilling experience of their promotion at the iconic Cae Ras…
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EP 207 | 40 Man Roster Add's & NFBC ADP Analysis
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1:38:53Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman ) and Rob Silver (…
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This week we are delighted to welcome Terje Brevik to the show!Terje talks us through his transition from 'IT Guy' to full time improviser after falling in love with improv when a friend persuaded him to join them at a beginners session.Terje has a huge improv brain and we can't wait for you to listen to his insight on some many fantastic improv to…
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HER GAME TOO - EPISODE 9 - IN CONVERSATION WITH OUR CMO: EMILY DRAKELEY
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44:02Join us for an inspiring conversation as host Caz May sits down with Emily Drakeley, newly appointed Chief Marketing Officer of Her Game Too. In this episode, Emily shares her journey with Her Game Too and reflects on the obstacles she faced as a young girl wanting to play football, as well as the mission to break down barriers for women in the spo…
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EP 206 | Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki and NFBC ADP Analysis
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1:42:37Welcome back to the Launch Angle podcast with co-host Rob DiPietro (https://twitter.com/deadpullhitter https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod ) joining industry heavyweights Jeff Zimmerman (https://twitter.com/jeffwzimmerman ) and Rob Silver (https:/…
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This week we are delighted to welcome Sarah Hutchinson to the show. Sarah is a relative newcomer to the improv world, but has made huge waves in her rookie year. Hear all about how moving to Liverpool kicked off an exciting new time in her life and how improv fits in to the new chapter in her life. What started as a fun idea when lookinging for act…
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HER GAME TOO - EPISODE 8 - HER GAME TOO FRANCE: HADRIEN'S STORY
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45:07In this episode of Her Game Too, we welcome Hadrien Agnew-François, the driving force behind Her Game Too France. As the founder of the French branch, Hadrien opens up about the organisation’s journey, sharing how he brought the UK-based movement to France to combat sexism in sport and create safer spaces for women. He discusses the work Her Game T…
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268: Manufacturing Shutters & Company Culture | 🪟 Rick Skidmore of Timberlane Inc.
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1:06:53Rick Skidmore is the Founder and CEO at Timberlane, Inc. Having been born an entrepreneur, it should have been clear early on that despite considerable success in the insurance and investment industry, Rick's future was outside the traditional career path. Rick founded his current company, Timberlane Inc., in 1995, based on a passion and a gaping n…
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In this episode, our host Iain Luke Jones sits down with UK improv pioneer Neil Mullarkey for an in-depth chat about his incredible journey through the world of improv comedy and beyond. We dive into how he first discovered improv, the origins of his long-standing friendship with Austin Powers star Mike Myers, and how the iconic Comedy Store Player…
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HER GAME TOO - EPISODE 7 - CO-FOUNDING HER GAME TOO: LUCY'S STORY
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49:36In this episode of Her Game Too, host Clayton sits down with Lucy Ford, co-founder of the movement, to discuss her journey as a passionate football fan and her mission to make the game more inclusive for women. Lucy shares her love for football, what inspired her to get involved in the campaign, and the shocking data she uncovered about sexism face…
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