Best Rudy Rodriguez Podcasts (2025)

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114 - Multiply Your Event Conversions: The Hidden Leverage Behind Top-Tier Enrollment Events with Rudy Rodriguez 39:58

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In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez takes listeners behind the scenes of how top event leaders turn inspiration into implementation — and attendees into clients. Drawing on over a decade of experience supporting event leaders and coaching programs that have generated more than $50 million in sales, Rudy reveals his pr…

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Turn Live Events into High-Ticket Sales with Rudy Rodriguez | 016 55:43

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Most live events look like a success—great speakers, full rooms, standing ovations—but the sales don’t tell the same story. Together with Rudy Rodriguez we unpack why so many live events underperform and how to turn them into real revenue. We dug into the gap between “great content” and actual conversions, the power of story-first delivery, and the…

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Charm City, with Brandon Woody 44:07

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Growing up in the Ramblewood area of northeast Baltimore, Brandon Woody could hardly have envisioned a future as one of the most heralded young trumpeter-bandleaders in jazz. But he dared to dream beyond what he could see — even after dropping out of college in New York. His 2025 Blue Note debut, For the Love of It All, introduces a powerfully emot…

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Radio Repost: esperanza spalding on the magic of Milton Nascimento 42:47

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We're reposting Nate Chinen’s illuminating conversation with esperanza spalding, which will be featured in the inaugural episode of The Late Set Radio Hour. Tune in on Oct. 26 — Milton Nascimento's 83rd birthday.By Nate Chinen

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113 - How Tony Litster Builds Real Change and Accountability After Events 24:13

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In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez welcomes transformational coach and seasoned event facilitator Tony Litster for a deep and inspiring conversation on how to move beyond the traditional event model and create experiences that truly transform lives With over two decades of experience leading, facilitating, and suppor…

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Bebop to Cubop, with the Curtis Brothers 42:12

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Now both in their 40s, brothers Zaccai and Luques Curtis have amassed a wealth of experience, and the mentorship of elders ranging from Jackie McLean to Eddie Palmieri to Ralph Peterson, Jr..In this lively conversation at the Exit Zero Jazz Festival, the two open up about their upbringing in Hartford, Conn.; the hidden circuitries of so-called Lati…

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Learn Sales First to Build a Business That Scales with Steve Larsen | 016 1:07:21

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Starting over isn’t romantic. It’s reps, risk, and learning to sell. I sit with Steve Larsen—yes, the “Capitalist Pig”—to unpack how he turned 34 product failures and a hard no from his dad into a clear path for building real revenue machines. We talk about the moment you decide to grow, why environments beat willpower, and why “publish” turns you …

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The New Rules of Authentic Content Creation with Marley Jaxx | 015 53:48

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Turnkey, with Terence Blanchard 46:09

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Terence Blanchard's career has brought him to many posts, including the executive artistic director of SFJAZZ and the first Black composer at The Metropolitan opera. To each of these and beyond, he's carried his perspectives on culture and how it operates. Just before his performance at the Exit Zero Jazz Fest, Blanchard sat down with The Late Set …

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112 - The Three Keys to Profitable Events: Content, Delivery & Mindset with Jase Souder 34:58

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In this week’s episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez welcomes Jase Souder, founder of World Class Speaker Academy. With over two decades of experience in the events industry, Jase has run close to 200 live events ranging from three-day trainings to preview events and has built a thriving seven-figure business through the power …

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Cool Like Dat, with Kassa Overall 51:19

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Kassa Overall's smart new album, CREAM, is a celebration of 1990s hip-hop and its classic source material within the framework of small-group acoustic jazz. He joined Nate and WRTI Evening Jazz host Nicole Sweeney to talk about it before a front-to-back performance at Solar Myth.By Nate Chinen, Josh Jackson

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111 - Event Leader Insights from Eben Pagan & Alex Moscow’s Mastermind 10:55

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In this week’s episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez shares powerful insights drawn from his experience at the World Class Events Mastermind with Eben Pagan and Alex Moscow. With years of expertise in helping event leaders and entrepreneurs run profitable and impactful events, Rudy delivers actionable takeaways that can transfo…

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110 - How Mark and Shannon Grainger Fill Events Without Ads 39:42

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On this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez welcomes a dynamic duo in the world of transformational speaking and event leadership: Mark and Shannon Grainger, founders of Big Impact HQ. Known as a powerhouse couple in both life and business, Mark and Shannon have spent decades leading and supporting over a thousand transformat…

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Newk's Time: Sonny Rollins at 95 57:32

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Sonny Rollins is turning 95: a great excuse to toast one of our finest living jazz artists. So in this special episode of The Late Set, Josh Jackson and Nate Chinen are joined by a handful of WRTI’s on-air hostsBy Nate Chinen, Josh Jackson

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Live Events That Transform and Convert with Sean Stewart 48:28

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I brought my friend Sean Stewart on To The Promised Land because he embodies what we talk about here—real transformation and the kind of momentum that moves a business forward. We talked about why live, in-room experiences still change people faster than anything else, how we’ve shifted from information to transformation, and why your energy and pr…

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109 - Practice Makes Profit: Sales Strategy for Event Leaders with Colin Yearwood 19:13

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In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Colin Yearwood, a seasoned sales strategist who has supported over 100 live and virtual events and facilitated more than 2,500 enrollment conversations. With over $4 million in coaching sales attributed to his methods, Colin shares his powerful, experience-backed appr…

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The Man Maker: Raising Families and Building Leaders with Greg Francis 58:58

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Great leaders aren’t born—they’re built through faith, service, and intentional action. In this episode of To The Promised Land, Jase Souder sits down with Greg Francis—a leader, coach, podcaster, and founder of Man Maker. From building massive organizations to equipping families to succeed, Greg shares powerful lessons on leadership, legacy, and l…

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108 - How Jon Berghoff Fills Events Without Speakers and Still Sells Out 35:15

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On this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Jon Berghoff, founder of XCHANGE, a globally recognized facilitation company that has transformed the way organizations and communities gather, discover, and grow together. Jon is one of the most respected voices in the world of experiential design and facilitation, h…

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Listening at the Vanguard 1:01:11

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"Live at the Village Vanguard" is one of the most familiar phrases in the jazz discography, a marker of place and a point of pride. But why? Together we’ve logged hundreds of hours in the club, so let's talk about it. Tumble down those stairs with us and listen up!By Nate Chinen, Josh Jackson

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Journey Crafting: Designing Customer Experiences That Last 1:09:51

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Why do some businesses feel natural and effortless to interact with—while others feel clunky and frustrating? Dr. Andrea Peer reveals the secret behind designing customer journeys that spark connection, trust, and loyalty. With over 18 years in UX research and a PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Andrea shares her Journey Crafting Framework—a prove…

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107 - Dr. Nima on the Inner Work Behind Profitable Events 23:27

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In this new episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Dr. Nima Rahmany, a renowned nervous system and trauma-informed leadership expert, and the founder of The Overview Experience. Dr. Nima’s journey is a remarkable story of transformation—from a chiropractor earning $60 per session to a high-impact event leader conf…

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From Midlife Pivot to Proven Results: The Power of Coaching with Katie Sevenants & Dr. Susan Blumberg | 011 39:49

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Most people over 50 start to slow down—but not Katie Sevenants. After decades as a top performer in network marketing, she now travels the world showing women how to show up powerfully on camera. From mindset to marketing, Katie's mission is clear: help women realize the best chapter of life may just be the next one. Then I sat down with Dr. Susan …

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106 - Hilary DeCesare on Filling Events with Purpose, Energy, and Profit 27:05

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In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez welcomes Hilary DeCesare, award-winning peak performance coach, three-time bestselling author, and founder of The Relaunch Co. With over 30 years of experience producing events and coaching top-tier professionals, Hilary brings a deeply personal and professional lens to event design…

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Eyes on the Prize, with Joshua Redman 32:52

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On his fine new Blue Note album, Words Fall Short, saxophonist Joshua Redman introduces a band full of up-and-comers, including Philly’s own Nazir Ebo. This young cohort reminded us of a conversation The Late Set had with Redman in the fall of 2023. We're sharing it again with you now.By Greg Bryant, Nate Chinen

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Turning Vision into Impact: Dr. Lori McDowell & Tatiana Bowers | 010 42:14

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Some of the most powerful shifts in leadership and coaching come from the people working quietly behind the scenes. In this special episode, I introduce you to two extraordinary members of my team—women who’ve dedicated their lives to transforming coaches and business owners into stronger leaders. First, I sit down with Dr. Lori McDowell, a bestsel…

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105 - The Psychology of Enrollment: Getting People to Show Up and Say Yes with Alexander Ford 32:34

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On this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Alexander Ford, CEO of Measurable Genius, for an eye-opening conversation that reframes the way event leaders think about enrollment, marketing, and leadership. With a background in behavioral psychology and a mission to assist entrepreneurs to build lives and busines…

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From Leadership Mastery to Life Reinvention: Lessons from Kate Nash and JoAnne Ewing | 009 34:55

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Leadership and reinvention often come from those who’ve walked the path themselves and today, you’ll hear from two powerhouse members of my own team who’ve done exactly that. First, Kate Nash brings her 20+ years of leadership development expertise to share how true leadership starts with leading yourself. We explore how self-leadership unlocks bus…

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104 - How Brody Lee Builds Million Dollar Events 32:41

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In this powerful episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Brody Lee, a seasoned event strategist, former Buddhist monk, and the author of Million Dollar Events. With a resume that includes over 1,400 events and more than $125 million in client revenue, Brody brings a unique blend of spiritual depth and business acum…

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Sound Painter, with Jaleel Shaw 53:25

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Painter of the Invisible is Jaleel Shaw's first full-band album in more than a dozen years. But it's not as if Shaw, an alto and soprano saxophonist from Philadelphia, has been slacking; as he explains in this revealing episode of The Late Set, the pause had more to do with high standards and pure convictions.…

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Jaleel Shaw Recorded Live at Solar Myth 22:27

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Jaleel Shaw's elegy "Tamir" is vividly rendered in this exclusive live performance at Solar Myth, available exclusively on The Late Set.By Nate Chinen, Josh Jackson

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103 - The ROI of Wellness: Yancy Wright on Filling Events with Corporate Clients 26:05

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In this powerful episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez welcomes Yancy Wright, founder of Casa Alterna Vida, to dive deep into what it truly takes to design and deliver transformational retreats that create lasting impact. Yancy brings a unique blend of experience, insight, and purpose to the conversation—shaped by a journey tha…

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102 - Farukh Shroff Reveals the Paid Ad Formula That Drives Event Sales 31:33

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In this high-impact episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with legendary paid media strategist Farukh Shroff, founder of Revere Advertising. With over 20 years of experience, $350 million in ad spend, and $1 billion+ in client revenue, Farukh has assisted major brands—including Amazon, Deepak Chopra, and even Oprah—cr…

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Satchmo at Home, with Ricky Riccardi 1:17:09

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Louis Armstrong belonged to the world. But for more than half of his illustrious career, he made his home in Corona, Queens — where we recently paid a visit to the Louis Armstrong House Museum. There we sat down with Ricky Riccardi — the museum's Director of Research Collections, and a celebrated Armstrong biographer — to discuss Satchmo's life and…

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101 - How Mark Stern Uses Boxes to Skyrocket Show-Up Rates for Virtual Events 25:45

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In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, I sit down with Mark Stern, founder and CEO of Custom Box Agency. Mark is not just a box designer—he’s a customer journey strategist who has redefined how physical products can create immersive experiences for virtual and live event attendees. With an MBA from Duke University, a former consultant at De…

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100 - How Alex Moscow Fills Events with High-Quality Attendees 42:52

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In this special 100th episode of The High Profit Event Show, I’m joined by my friend and longtime industry leader Alex Moscow, founder of Event Profit Engine. Alex has helped entrepreneurs generate over $125 million in revenue through live events—without relying on hype or high-pressure sales tactics. His mission is to help coaches, consultants, an…

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Best Jazz of 2025 (So Far) 37:05

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We’ve reached the midpoint of 2025, and listened our way through well over a hundred albums. In this episode, we’re sharing half a dozen of our favorites.By Nate Chinen, Josh Jackson

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Objection Handling 101 for Coaches Who Hate Selling Cover | 008 13:57

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You won’t believe how much I learned about coaching by flying through the skies. This episode takes you back to my early days as a flight attendant—before stages, before coaching clients, before I knew what personal growth even was. I share how mandatory customer service seminars transformed not just our airline (from worst to first!) but set me on…

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Live Events That Convert: Lessons From 400+ Virtual Stages with Steve Werner | 007 1:17:42

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Ever planned an event and felt totally overwhelmed—like no one’s going to show up and your savings are on the line? I’ve been there. Steve Werner has definitely been there. In this episode, Steve takes us behind the scenes of his early failures, from a $240k contract gone sideways to reinventing his event strategy—and ultimately becoming one of the…

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Confidence Over Clarity: What Your Clients Really Want with David Ewing | 006 57:04

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You won't believe what happened when David Ewing’s son faced fire, barbed wire, and a crowd of 1,000 men cheering him on. I brought David on to talk branding—but what we got was so much deeper. David’s the real deal. A creative genius, a business owner, a husband, and a dad who teaches his kids to “do hard things” every day. We talked about the pow…

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TTPL005 - Growth Happens in the Debrief Room - A Behind the Scenes Look (Part 2) | 005 29:42

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We just wrapped an amazing event—and wow, what a journey. In this behind-the-scenes debrief, you’ll hear the heart, hustle, and honest lessons from the team that made it happen. This isn’t just about logistics. It’s about legacy. You’ll hear what we learned, what we’re leaving behind, and what we’re bringing into the next one. It’s raw. It’s real. …

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Building a Transformational Experience, Not Just an Event: A Behind the Scenes Look (Part 1) | 004 1:01:28

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Hosting an event isn't about showing up and hoping for the best. It’s about consciously choosing who you’ll be before you step on that stage. In this episode, we invite you behind the curtain to witness our pre-event ritual—a powerful session where our team and advanced students (our Black Belt Unlimited crew) align on intention, energy, and purpos…

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Identity-Based Marketing: The Shift That Unlocks External Growth with Alexander Ford | 003 1:22:41

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You know that feeling when you’ve built something successful—but it secretly drains you? That’s exactly what we dug into with my guest and friend, Alexander Ford. Alexander and I unpack what it really means to lead with authenticity in both business and identity. We talked about how most entrepreneurs unconsciously build businesses they resent beca…

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Coaching Through Crisis - Natalie Lavelock’s Leap of Faith Story | 002 1:01:11

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You ever have a moment where your entire business path hinges on a single choice? That was Natalie Lavelock. From climbing the hospital ladder to saying “yes” to faith, family, and launching her coaching empire—this woman walks the walk. We dive deep into how she leads clients into clarity, peace, and purpose… all without compromising her values. W…

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The Promised Land Framework: Beliefs, Actions & Breakthroughs | 001 24:54

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Ten years ago, I had a powerful vision for how I wanted to build my business and use my voice to help others grow. But I sat on it. I hesitated. And I missed out on opportunities that could have changed lives, including mine. That’s why I’m launching this podcast now. I know there are coaches and entrepreneurs who feel stuck. They’re close to a bre…

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99 - From Events to Experiences: Sophia Umanski’s High-Impact Framework 27:45

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In this new episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez is joined by Sophia Umanski, the Chief Experience Architect at Maverick1000. With more than 15 years of experience designing extraordinary, high-level adventure events, Sophia brings a rare blend of strategic thinking and heartfelt intention to the world of experiential design. …

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Welcome To The Promised Land! 2:02

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What if your coaching program could truly change lives—but the right people just haven’t found you yet? Welcome To The Promised Land Podcast, where we talk about reaching the people you're called to serve, leading with purpose, and building the kind of business that creates real transformation. If you know you’re meant for more, you’re in the right…

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98 - Fill Your Event Fast with Steve Werner: Proven Strategies That Work Now 42:40

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In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Steve Werner, renowned event strategist, stage sales expert, and author of Fill Your Event Fast. With over 80 live events, 400+ virtual events, and $150M+ in stage-driven revenue under his belt, Steve brings insight for event leaders who want to maximize attendance, c…

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Into the Amazon, with Amaro Freitas 44:13

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Pianist-composer Amaro Freitas creates music with a vivid sense of place. His native Brazil pulses through his most recent album, Y'Y, which mixes jazz with Afro-Brazilian and indigenous music, and the sounds of the Amazon. Freitas discusses this and more with Josh Jackson, in a deeply searching conversation recorded backstage at New York's Winter …

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97 - Designing Events That Convert: Branding Tips from Michael Hunter 22:41

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In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, I’m joined by Michael Hunter, branding expert, founder of PersonalBrand.com, and former Chief Marketing Officer for Brendon Burchard. During his time with Brendon, Michael led efforts that brought over 30,000 attendees to live events—at a time when Brendon himself wasn’t actively creating marketing con…

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New Pinnacle, with Brandee Younger 1:01:38

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The spiritual and the sensual find common cause in the music of harpist Brandee Younger. Before a recent show at Solar Myth, she sat down with The Late Set to talk about her instrument, her cohort, and her third Impulse! release, Gadabout Season, which finds her in exceptional form.