Best Pinnacle Group Podcasts (2025)

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Celebrating the Pop Genius of In The Zone 1:13:16

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey rewind to 2003 for a nostalgic deep dive into Britney Spears’ In the Zone, the album that defined an era of frosted lip gloss, chrome eyeshadow, iconic hits and performances. In a track-by-[criminally underrated]-track listening party, this episode unpacks why In the Zone - with hits …

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Leveraging Hotel Data with a Customer Data Platform | with Dr. Rik van Leeuwen 40:21

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In this episode, we interview Rik van Leeuwen, the Head of Data Solutions and Customer Success at ireckonu. Ireckonu is a Dutch SaaS company revolutionizing the hospitality industry by providing a unified platform that integrates, cleans, and centralizes guest data. Their offerings include a powerful Middleware system and the IKnowU Customer Data P…

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Chatter with BNC | Elizabeth Underwood Kazimir - Director of Economic Development, Stanly County EDC 27:03

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Elizabeth Underwood Kazimir, Director of Economic Development for the Stanly County EDC. Elizabeth shares her journey into economic development, from gradu…

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The Pussycat Dolls’ Carmit Bachar Dishes On Dancing, Dolls, & More 51:06

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey sit down with Carmit Bachar, one of the powerhouses behind The Pussycat Dolls, to talk about her wild ride through pop culture history. From dancing beside Beyoncé and Michael Jackson to shaking up the world at Janet Jackson’s legendary Super Bowl halftime show, Carmit spills the tea …

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Putting the Customer at the Center of the Tech Stack | with Dado Ljumanovic 58:01

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In this episode, we interview Dado Ljumanovic, the Director of Digital Customer Experience at Sircle Collection. With leadership spanning retail, coworking, F&B and club-member services, he shapes how modern hotel brands deliver differentiated value and direct guest engagement. Sircle Collection is a dynamic hospitality group that reimagines the ho…

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Chatter with BNC | Sharon Decker - former North Carolina Secretary of Commerce 21:04

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Sharon Decker, seasoned business executive and former North Carolina Secretary of Commerce. With a distinguished career that includes executive leadership …

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Revisiting John Mayer’s Room For Squares 1:03:04

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Before Waiting on the World to Change, Gravity, and Say, , there was Room for Squares - John Mayer’s smooth, suburban soundtrack to every early-2000s crush and quarter-life crisis. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dive track by track into the album that made acoustic pop cool, unpacking its Y2K charm, lyrical angst, …

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Denis Ago - Sour Candy 6:31

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Paco Osuna’s record label, Mindshake presents a percussive tech house EP by Cyava and Denis Ago. It’s a three-track release featuring a collaboration between the two artists, in addition to a solo track by each of them.Cyava and Denis Ago are a pair of Italian artists working together for the first time, and both are successful solo producers with …

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Première: Cyava & Denis Ago - Tricky 6:00

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Paco Osuna’s record label, Mindshake presents a percussive tech house EP by Cyava and Denis Ago. It’s a three-track release featuring a collaboration between the two artists, in addition to a solo track by each of them.Cyava and Denis Ago are a pair of Italian artists working together for the first time, and both are successful solo producers with …

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Cyava - I Wanna 5:21

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Paco Osuna’s record label, Mindshake presents a percussive tech house EP by Cyava and Denis Ago. It’s a three-track release featuring a collaboration between the two artists, in addition to a solo track by each of them.Cyava and Denis Ago are a pair of Italian artists working together for the first time, and both are successful solo producers with …

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Owning Ancillary Spend for Total Revenue Growth | with Ricky Daniels and Steve Porter 58:27

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In this episode, we interview Ricky Daniels and Steve Porter, co-founders of Trybe. Trybe is a cloud-based bookings and operations platform that helps hotels seamlessly manage spa, wellness, and leisure facilities—from guest scheduling and payments to memberships and inventory—while integrating effortlessly with your existing hotel systems to eleva…

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Chatter with BNC | James Ledford - President of Golf Pride 24:23

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with James Ledford, President of Golf Pride. With a rich background spanning strategic consulting, global business development, and consumer products, James lea…

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Still Unbreakable: A Track-by-Track Celebration of Backstreet Boys’ Unbreakable album 1:00:39

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey celebrate the anniversary of Backstreet Boys’ 2007 album Unbreakable. This track-by-track listening party celebrates one of the Boys’ most underrated eras: post–boy band frenzy, pre–Sphere/Millennium 2.0 TikTok dominance. From the soaring harmonies of “Inconsolable” to the criminally …

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Chatter with BNC | Shay Prosser - CEO of North 12 Partners 20:17

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney talks with Shay Prosser, CEO of consulting firm North 12 Partners, where she serves as a Fractional Chief Strategy & Growth Officer helping organizations define their …

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Actor Riley Smith on Motocrossed, New York Minute, Bring It On, & His Newest Venture 59:50

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Bring It On. New York Minute. Freaks and Geeks. Motocrossed. True Detective. Not Another Teen Movie. 24. These are just a few iconic films and tv shows that Riley Smith has starred in. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey catch up with *the* Dean Talon himself to discuss Riley’s decades-long career, behind-the-scenes sto…

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Chatter with BNC | Craig Alden - Financial Advisor and Area Manager at Pinnacle Financial 23:49

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Craig Alden, Financial Advisor and Area Manager at Pinnacle Financial. Craig has built a distinguished career in banking, leading teams and guiding clients…

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Rochelle McLean on Backstreet Boys’ Sphere residency, legacy, and more! 44:17

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by Rochelle McLean, the mastermind behind the Backstreet Boys Millennium 2.0 album. Rochelle talks about the genesis of this genius concept from back in 2014, to watching it take shape 10+ years later alongside BSB’s Sphere Vegas residency, and how the iconic pop group is f…

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Keys to the Australian Hospitality Kingdom | with Brendon Granger 27:47

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In this episode, we interview Brendon Granger, the founder of Technology 4 Hotels, leveraging over 35 years in hospitality to help hoteliers enhance guest experiences through intuitive, user-friendly technology solutions. As a speaker, mentor, and host of the "5 Star Conversations" podcast, he champions the thoughtful integration of innovation and…

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Chatter with BNC | Kelly Calabria - Chief of Communications, Marketing, and Corporate Social Responsibility at Blue Cross NC 21:18

22d ago21:18

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Kelly Calabria, Chief of Communications, Marketing, and Corporate Social Responsibility at Blue Cross NC. Kelly leads the company's efforts to shape its br…

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Fantasy Boy Band Draft with Kelli Williams and Boyband Stacy 49:47

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! It’s football season, so WTP is holding a fantasy draft - a boy band draft, that is! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by the OG boyband influencer, Boyband Stacy, and Kelli Williams of Beyond the Blinds podcast and @laguna_biotch to draft their dream boy bands. The judge? Real life boy bander, Trevor Penic…

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GruuvElement's - Sweat [PREMIÈRE] 5:45

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Afterparty (Original Mix) 5:39

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Paco Osuna's record label, Mindshake, welcomes the return of GruuvElement's, who presents a tribal tech house EP with rolling basslines.GruuvElement's is a Romanian artist featuring on Mindshake for the second time. His upbeat style of tech house utilises live percussion fills and stripped back grooves, and his music has been released on other pres…

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Euphoric (Original Mix) 5:32

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Paco Osuna's record label, Mindshake, welcomes the return of GruuvElement's, who presents a tribal tech house EP with rolling basslines.GruuvElement's is a Romanian artist featuring on Mindshake for the second time. His upbeat style of tech house utilises live percussion fills and stripped back grooves, and his music has been released on other pres…

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Clap To The Beat (Original Mix) 5:47

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Paco Osuna's record label, Mindshake, welcomes the return of GruuvElement's, who presents a tribal tech house EP with rolling basslines.GruuvElement's is a Romanian artist featuring on Mindshake for the second time. His upbeat style of tech house utilises live percussion fills and stripped back grooves, and his music has been released on other pres…

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Discussing "Drunk" and the Alcohol's Future in Hospitality | with Neil Foster 55:21

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In our book series, Adam Mogelonsky and Neil Foster dig into Edward Slingerland’s “Drunk” (2023) and its implications for hospitality, especially in light of changing societal forces where people are consuming less alcohol for various reasons. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES ************* The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to s…

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Chatter with BNC | Aaron Slate - Truist Market President/Asheville 17:43

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Business North Carolina Managing Editor Kevin Ellis talks with Aaron Slate, Market President for Truist in Asheville. Aaron shares insights on how western North Carolina is rebui…

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3Quency on Girl Groups, Netflix’s Building the Band, and more! 55:16

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey chat with 3Quency, the three-woman group consisting of Brianna Mazzola, Nori Moore, and Wennely Quezada, who won Netflix’s “Building The Band.” 3Quency scored a record deal with RECORDS/Columbia Records and is managed by music industry legend Johnny Wright who helped spark the careers…

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The Life Of A Showgirl Listening Party 39:05

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this emergency minisode, Mary and Kelsey share their real-time, unedited thoughts on Taylor Swift’s newest album, The Life Of A Showgirl, which was produced in partnership with Max Martin and Shellback. Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpod Email: [email protected] Web…

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The APAC Executive and Deploying Tech in Asian Hotels | with Silvio Reale 40:28

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In this episode, we interview two fellow GAIN Advisers: Silvio Reale, the Chief Sales Officer at Trustech Group, leading the Asia Pacific region, and Brendon Granger, the Chief Experience Officer at Technology 4 Hotels, leveraging over 30 years of hospitality and technology expertise to help hotels enhance guest experiences through innovative tech …

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Chatter with BNC | Greg Moores - VP of Strategy and Marketing, Search Solution Group 17:51

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney talks to Greg Moores, VP of Strategy and Marketing at Search Solution Group. Greg's career has been defined by guiding organizations through growth, transformation, an…

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The Click Five on Just the Girl, New Music & More! 55:39

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! The Click Five is back, baby! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey catch up with Kyle and Ethan of The Click Five to reminisce on the band’s explosive rise to the top of the charts with their 2005 hit “Just The Girl,” and what the band is up to now including their first North American tour in 15 years, new music coming s…

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Chatter with BNC | David Hamilton - Director of Communications for Lenovo North America 13:33

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode Ben Kinney speaks with David Hamilton, Director of Communications for Lenovo North America. David has built a dynamic career in strategic communications, leading brand storytellin…

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Hilary Duff Deep Cuts 53:26

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey celebrate the thrilling news that Hilary Duff is coming out of musical retirement and working on new music. They revisit Hilary’s most underrated bops and compiled their top 10 favorite deep cuts spanning her entire discography - Metamorphosis, Hilary Duff, Dignity, Most Wanted, and B…

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5 Reasons Why Marriages Fail (And How to Get Back on Track) 47:54

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Send us a text Is your marriage or relationship feeling stuck, disconnected, or harder than it should be? In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi break down 5 common reasons why marriages fail—and what you can actually do to prevent it. This isn’t about blame—it’s about clarity, connection, and real talk for couples who want to fi…

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Intuitive Luxury at the Pinnacle of Las Vegas | with Aleksandra Kotle 33:48

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In this episode, we interview Aleksandra Kotle, the General Manager of Crockfords Las Vegas (part of LXR Hotels & Resorts at Resorts World Las Vegas), a seasoned hospitality executive with over 21 years of experience delivering personalized, high-luxury guest experiences. Crockfords Las Vegas, an LXR Hotels & Resorts property at Resorts World Las V…

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Chatter with BNC | Jeff McIntyre - CEO, McIntyre Manufacturing Group 12:09

2M ago12:09

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney talks with Jeff McIntyre, President of McIntyre Manufacturing Group in Lexington, NC. A second-generation leader in the company founded by his father, Jeff has spent h…

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Chris Di Perri - Sucker [Première] 6:01

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Paco Osuna's record label, Mindshake welcomes the return of Chris Di Perri who delivers three funky tech house tracks.This is Chris Di Perri's second time featuring on Mindshake, and all three tracks are trademark examples of his style, which combines chunky basslines with stripped back percussion.Hailing from Germany, Chris Di Perri is an internat…

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Ice Clean (Original Mix) 6:30

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Paco Osuna's record label, Mindshake welcomes the return of Chris Di Perri who delivers three funky tech house tracks.This is Chris Di Perri's second time featuring on Mindshake, and all three tracks are trademark examples of his style, which combines chunky basslines with stripped back percussion."Ice Clean" closes the release with a trippy groove…

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Having Fun at C-Level Through Friend-Style Service | with Mike Hirschler 53:49

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In this episode, we interview Mike Hirschler, Chief Growth Officer at Staypineapple Hotels Inc., where he spearheads brand development, partnerships, and guest experience innovation. With a background in strategic hotel growth and a passion for service culture, his posts highlight personalized hospitality and leadership in boutique brand positionin…

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Chatter with BNC | Kevin King - Founder and CEO, Anatra 10:03

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Kevin King, Founder and CEO of Anatra, a North Carolina-based aerospace company pioneering next-generation autonomous cargo aircraft. With a background in …

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Mandy Moore’s Debut Album 57:26

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey go track by track through Mandy Moore’s debut album, So Real, dishing on everything from bubblegum bangers like “Candy” to the deep cuts you may have forgotten were total Y2K gems. They also discuss how the album was reissued as I Wanna Be With You with four new tracks that make for a…

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Your Relationship Isn’t a Group Chat: Boundaries, Discernment & Truth 48:03

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Send us a text Is your “vent session” actually oversharing? Are you getting wise counsel—or just loud opinions? In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi dive into a fun, new segment, where they unpack popular relationship beliefs and decide if they hold up... or need to be tossed like yesterday's leftovers. We talk about the fine l…

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The Joy of Wellness and Transformational Guest Journeys | with Andrew Barnard 1:13:00

3M ago1:13:00

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In this episode, we interview Andrew Barnard, General Manager of BodyHoliday in St. Lucia, overseeing operations at one of the world’s premier all-inclusive wellness resorts devoted to holistic health and rejuvenation. SunSwept Resorts is a family‑run luxury hospitality group dedicated to creating transformative Caribbean vacations centered on well…

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Chatter with BNC | Jeff Wood - Director of Economic Development for Craven County, NC 13:56

2M ago13:56

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Jeff Wood, Director of Economic Development for Craven County, North Carolina. Originally from Morgantown, West Virginia, Jeff brings over 15 years of expe…

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Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together Review 46:59

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey recap Nelly and Ashanti’s eight-episode docuserie that follows the iconic Y2K couple’s journey as newlyweds and navigating parenthood. They recap what the critics have to say on the series and their own favorite memorable moments from the show, including the couple shopping for a $300…

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Chatter with BNC | Amy Cubbage - President and CEO of Smart Start 21:09

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney talks with Amy Cubbage, President of North Carolina Partnership for Children, North Carolina's nationally recognized early childhood initiative. With a career dedicate…

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Clay Aiken on American Idol & When He Popped 49:38

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Clay Aiken dishes on his American Idol experience during the show’s explosive second season, he reflects on his quick rise to fame, unlikely fan encounters, and his #1 hit 2003 album, "Measure of a Man.” Plus, Clay discusses his spirited fanbase (Claymates rise up!), his enduring friendship with Rube…

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The Digital Guest Experience with Radisson Hotel Group | with Francesco Sforza 42:27

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In this episode, we interview Francesco Sforza, guest experience and product development at Radisson Hotel Group. His recent work employs multi-objective modeling to balance ecological protection with economic efficiency in timber harvesting. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES ************* The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to sc…

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Chatter with BNC | Kyle Touchstone - Director of Raleigh Economic Development 21:25

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney talks with Kyle Touchstone, Director of Raleigh Economic Development. With extensive experience in guiding business growth and talent strategy, Kyle has led economic d…

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Chatter with BNC | Brent Christensen - President & CEO, Greensboro Chamber of Commerce 19:07

3M ago19:07

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, we speak with Brent Christensen, President & CEO of the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce. Since joining in 2015, Brent has transformed regional economic development—uniting county-…