Best The Difference Maker Revolution Podcasts (2025)

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The Growth See-Saw of AOV & Client LTV 32:23

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Are you obsessing over your average order value but still struggling to grow a profitable, repeatable photography business? In this no-fluff episode, Jonathan Royle, Ronan Ryle, and Jeanine McLeod dive deep into the growth seesaw—that delicate balance between average order value, client volume, and the overlooked goldmine of lifetime client value (…

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Get more "Quality Clients"!!! 37:24

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Tired of chasing low-quality leads and price shoppers? In this eye-opening episode, Jonathan Ryle, Ronan Ryle, and Jeanine McLeod break down what it really takes to fill your calendar with clients who value your work- and are willing to pay for it. Spoiler alert: it’s not about leads, it’s about mindset and meaningful conversations. If you're ready…

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Will AI take your job in 2025? AI, automation and the future of work 48:30

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This week on The Technology Boardroom, join Chris O'Brien, Arno Nel and Jake Harvey as they attempt to carve out an answer to the question everyone seems to be asking: will AI take my job? "I do think expectations are probably a little bit overblown," says Chris, Advania's Products and Services director. But what expectations? And how far are we fr…

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Most get this wrong - How to Analyze Your Facebook Marketing Results 32:24

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Are your Facebook ads really underperforming—or are you just reading them wrong? In this fast-paced episode, Jonathan, Steve, Ronan, and Jeanine dive deep into the misunderstood art of analyzing Facebook ad campaigns. If you're a photographer running ads and feeling frustrated by “low quality leads” or poor bookings, this conversation will flip you…

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Will AI Replace Me as a Photographer? 34:17

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Is AI the end of photography as we know it - or the greatest opportunity in decades? In this candid and thought-provoking episode, the four amigos of the Difference Maker Revolution dive deep into the evolving landscape of professional photography in the age of AI. Spoiler: it’s not about megapixels anymore... it’s about meaning. If you’ve ever ask…

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What is greenwashing? The dangers of sustainability achievements 30:19

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This week on The Technology Boardroom, Anna Worthington (Sustainability Lead at Advania UK) and Mel Thomson (Senior Head of Marketing, Advania UK) are joined by Joe Leggett, a consultant at Carbonology, the leading specialists in Carbon Standards. The episode highlights the dangers of greenwashing – and how it’s different to genuine sustainability …

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3 Ways AI Can Turbocharge Your Business 33:13

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Think AI is just a tech trend? Think again. In this episode, Steve, Jeanine, and Jonathan get real about how AI is transforming photography businesses—from cutting hours off your workflow to unlocking next-level marketing. If you're tired of drowning in retouching or struggling to stay consistent with marketing, this one’s a must-listen. Here’s wha…

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Thriving In Uncertain And Challenging Times 29:33

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Feeling the pressure of today’s economy? You're not alone—but you're also not powerless. In Episode 127 of the Difference Maker Revolution podcast, we're diving into a conversation every photographer needs to hear right now: “Thriving in Uncertain and Challenging Times” Join Jeanine McLeod, Steve Saporito, and Jonathan Ryle as they tackle the tough…

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ShiftED Podcast #63 • In Conversation with Dan Fitzpatrick: The A.l Educator reimagines the Future of Schools and Leadership 33:13

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Send us a text Remember the hesitation many felt when the internet first entered our homes? Dan Fitzpatrick, "The AI Educator," draws fascinating parallels between that pivotal moment and our current relationship with artificial intelligence in education. This conversation cuts through misconceptions to reveal how AI can transform teaching without …

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Cyber threat intelligence: the new landscape of cyber crime 40:57

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In this episode of The Technology Boardroom, your hosts Harriet Mahier and Pravesh Kara delve into the rapidly evolving world of cyber threat intelligence and the pressing need for organisations to bolster their security measures. With the rise of AI tools empowering cybercriminals, understanding the current threat landscape has never been more cru…

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Studio Design Tip - The Most Important Area in Your Photography Business 33:52

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Ever wondered why some studios effortlessly close high-ticket sales while others struggle? In this eye-opening episode, Steve, Jeanine, Jonathan, and Ronan pull back the curtain on the design consultation room—and reveal how small tweaks can lead to massive profit gains. From psychological triggers to layout hacks, this conversation is packed with …

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ShiftED Podcast #62 In Conversation with Peter Gray: Why Play is the Most Powerful Teacher 30:54

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Send us a text What would happen if we completely reimagined education? Dr. Peter Gray takes us on a provocative journey through the hidden history and troubling foundations of our modern school system. Gray's path to becoming an educational revolutionary began with his own son's rebellion. "School is prison," his fourth-grader declared, triggering…

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How To Run A Successful Model Call 31:19

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Forget the tired “model call” that just fills your feed with pretty faces and empty wallets. In this game-changing episode, Steve and Jeanine break down how to turn model calls into a profitable, strategic marketing tool that fuels your business - not drains it. Whether you're looking to fill last-minute calendar gaps, create fresh studio samples, …

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ShiftED Podcast #61 In Conversation with Steve A. Bollar - Stand Tall To Think Differently And Lead Successfully 29:09

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Send us a text What can being 6'7" tall teach us about effective leadership? As it turns out, quite a lot. Steve Bowler—known professionally as "Stand Tall Steve"—joins us to share how his physical height became the foundation for a powerful leadership philosophy that's transforming school cultures across the country. Steve reveals three profound p…

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Silver linings: positives and negatives of cloud ERP technology 39:07

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Is there anything more stressful than building unique functionality into a solution for a client? Turns out, yes, there is! Building the functionality only to see an unexpected software update that releases that same functionality to the world. This week on The Technology Boardroom, as well as pouring over the ever-evolving needs of our clients, Ro…

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Beyond The High School Senior Season - How To Turn Your Clients Into Year-Round, Quality Clients 32:25

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What if your high school senior sessions could unlock a year’s worth of bookings—and deeper, lifelong client relationships? In this episode, Jeanine, Steve, and Ronan unpack how to turn a “one-and-done” senior portrait session into a full-blown family connection strategy. From navigating the emotional weight of senior year for parents to leveraging…

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Maximizing Your Wedding Sales Beyond The Couple 38:14

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What if one wedding could lead to five new clients—without spending a dollar more on marketing? In this powerful episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jeanine reveal the overlooked strategy hiding in plain sight: how to turn weddings into a goldmine of ongoing portrait opportunities. If you're still only selling to the bride and groom, you're leaving thousand…

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ShiftED Podcast #60 In Conversation with Katherine Johnson Martinko: Practical Advice to Get Kids Off Screens and Find Balance 24:15

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Send us a text Are our children spending too much time in the digital world and missing out on real-life experiences? What happens when we prioritize screens over face-to-face connections? These are the questions at the heart of my conversation with Katherine Martinko, author of "Childhood Unplugged: Practical Advice to Get Kids Off Screens and Fin…

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Global changes: how ESG regulations are driving a business revolution 46:47

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The Environmental, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) landscape is fast becoming one of the most complex and critical areas of business regulation. No longer a box-ticking exercise, sustainability is now a watchword for globally-conscious organisations that are committed to protecting the planet and creating a safe, sustainable and green future - …

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From Side Hustle to Full-Time Photographer 32:19

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Join Ronan, Steve, and Jeanine in this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution podcast as they dive into what it really takes to go from side hustle to full-time photographer. Jeanine shares her journey from the corporate world to a thriving photography business, highlighting the power of a solid exit strategy, building confidence, and understan…

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ShiftED Podcast #59 In Conversation with Ken Kahn: In Conversation with Ken Kahn: Infusing Creativity & Curiosity into Al Chatbots 31:09

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Send us a text Ken Kahn takes us on a fascinating journey through the evolution of artificial intelligence in education—from his early days at MIT's AI Laboratory in the 1970s to today's revolutionary chatbot capabilities. As the author of "The Learner's Apprentice: AI and the Amplification of Human Creativity," Ken shares a vision where AI serves …

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Working Parent Hacks 33:50

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Running a photography business while raising kids? You’re not alone - and you’re definitely not doing it wrong. In this high-energy, no-fluff episode, Jeanine, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan get real about what it actually takes to thrive as both a parent and a business owner. From toddler-proofing your studio to using nap time as power hour, this epis…

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ShiftED Podcast #58 In Conversation with Devon Warnock & Jennifer Mercer: Building Inclusive Schools 32:47

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Send us a text What if we stopped seeing some students as "difficult to teach" and started designing our classrooms for everyone from the beginning? That's the transformative question at the heart of my conversation with Devon Warnock and Jennifer Mercer, Consultants for Inclusive Education at Lester B Pearson School Board. Both educators began the…

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How we put the power of technology into our client’s hands 39:48

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Where do you stand on the hybrid vs traditional working debate? In this week’s episode, Rob Smith and Pete Wilson discuss the merits of the modern method – saving time, enriching professional and personal lives through tech, squeezing maximum value from technology and finding new ways to innovate and adapt. But what about the downsides – the lost s…

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Are You Struggling With Consistent Sales? 31:31

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If you’ve ever felt like your sales are a rollercoaster—busy one week, crickets the next—this episode is your wake-up call. Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan pull back the curtain on the hidden habits and mindset traps that sabotage consistency in your photography business. From elevating client lifetime value to unlocking the real power of average sale, …

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#52 (2024) STSPIN32G0, 2 new low-voltage versions and already some design wins 6:48

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The STSPIN32G0 is the first three-phase BLDC controller embedding an STM32G0 and a triple-half bridge gate driver capable of driving traditional power MOSFETs and IGBTs. 🔍 Discover more on the #STBlog: https://blog.st.com/stspin32g0/

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#51 (2024) The hidden car revolution: zonal architecture 13:10

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🚘 Check out the car of the future! What would need to take place in the unseen parts of the vehicle to make it a reality? The hidden car revolution is driven by the move to zonal architecture and software-defined vehicles. 🔍 Learn more on the #STBlog: https://blog.st.com/zonal-architecture/

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#50 (2024) OpenSTLinux, the superpower of the STM32 MPU ecosystem or the making of a great Embedded Linux distro 7:24

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OpenSTLinux, the superpower of STM32 MPU. We’ve been expanding it since its launch in 2019 with more packages, new distributions, and myriads of expansions. 🔍 Discover more on the #STBlog: https://blog.st.com/openstlinux/

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#49 (2024) STM32 Embedded Displays: 1st HD Screen With STM32H7 So Projects of All Sizes Can Display Beautiful GUIs 6:34

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Display Beautiful GUIs. Riverdi, a TouchGFX Expert, is celebrating the availability of the STM32C071 with the release of a new Nucleo-64 display kit which keeps BOM costs low. 🔍 Discover more on the #STBlog: https://blog.st.com/stm32-embedded-displays/

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#48 (2024) Digi’s STM32MP1 SoM and the critical value of an end-to-end ecosystem 8:51

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Security, GUIs, and cloud connectivity. Digi jumped on the STM32MP25 bandwagon with its newly released Digi ConnectCore MP2, its first system-on-module (SoM) based on our new series of microprocessors. 🔍 Discover more on the #STBlog: https://blog.st.com/digi-stm32mp1-som/ #STPartnerProgram #STAuthorizedPartner…

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#47 (2024) Update: embeNET and STM32WL3 or overcoming the big challenges plaguing the Internet of Things 8:44

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Mesh networks face energy efficiency and interference issues. EMBETECH, member of #STPartnerProgram, developed embeNET to simplify 6TiSCH implementation and optimize operations on STM32WL microcontrollers. 🔍 Discover more on the #STBlog: https://blog.st.com/embenet/ #STAuthorizedPartner

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#46 (2024) Phytec, What can the phyCORE-STM32MP15x and phyCORE-STM32MP13x SoMs Do for You? 3 Ways to Work Better and Faster 10:35

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What can a System-on-Module do for engineers? We sat down with Phytec, an #STAuthorizedPartner, to understand this question through the lens of its phyCORE®-STM32MP15x and its phyCORE-STM32MP13x. 🔍 Discover more on the #STBlog: https://blog.st.com/phytec/ #STPartnerProgram

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ShiftED Podcast #57 In Conversations with Kate Arthur: Redefining Literacy in the Age of AI 30:49

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Send us a text Kate Arthur's journey from English literature graduate to AI education pioneer offers a refreshing perspective on our technological future. Her newly released book "Am I Literate?" poses a crucial question about what literacy means in an age where machines can read, write, and create alongside us. Arthur shares the pivotal moments th…

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From Crickets to Clients - Facebook Marketing Made Simple 30:34

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Are your Facebook ads falling flat? Feel like you're shouting into the void and still booking no clients? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan unpack the real reasons photographers struggle with Facebook marketing—and how to fix it. From defining your true client avatar to using ad copy that speaks dir…

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ShiftED Podcast #56 • In Conversation with Shannon Merenstein of The Creativity Project 29:09

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Send us a text Shannon Merenstein takes us on a fascinating journey through the transformative power of creativity and play in childhood education. Drawing from her rich background as an artist, educator, founder of Hatch Partners in Play, and co-author of "Collage Workshop for Kids," Shannon dismantles the myth that creativity is an innate gift ra…

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Courage - The Difference Maker; Thriving in the Age of AI and Rapid Change 19:04

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We would love to hear from you, send us a text! In this powerful episode of MasterStroke, Monica Enand and Sejal Pietrzak dive into the age-old debate of luck versus hard work. While talent and the willingness to hustle are common, they argue that courage is the true differentiator – the variable that separates those who reach their goals from thos…

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Are shortcuts worth it? Technical debt in the age of AI 33:52

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Technical debt can cripple an organisation and with the explosion of AI and AI-based tools, that risk of incurring technical debt is rising steeply. Or is it? Understanding the role of AI in technical debt, developing a key strategy to combat it and understanding AI’s place in the long history of technology development is key to solving the challen…

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Studio Design - Create A Studio That Sells For You 28:12

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What if your studio could do the selling for you? In this game-changing episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan reveal how subtle shifts in your studio setup can turn curious visitors into loyal, high-spending clients—without you ever feeling like a “salesperson.” Whether you're building your first studio or rethinking your current setup, this episode …

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ShiftED Podcast #55 In Conversation with Gabriel Rshaid : The Potential of AI to Revolutionize Learning 29:48

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Send us a text Gabriel Rshaid takes us on a compelling journey through the evolving landscape of education in the age of artificial intelligence. As the director and co-founder of both the Learner Space and the Global School in Argentina, Gabriel brings a unique perspective on how we might harness AI's potential while safeguarding the essential hum…

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Futureproof Your Business -AI is an opportunity 27:09

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Is AI going to destroy the photography industry—or elevate it? In this eye-opening episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan dive deep into the real difference between photographers who will thrive in the age of AI… and those who won’t survive it. Spoiler: It’s not about gear, editing skills, or even talent. It’s about something deeper. If you’ve ever wo…

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ShiftED Podcast #54 In Conversation with Valéry Psyché 33:48

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Send us a text Valéry Psyché takes us on a fascinating journey from her physics studies in France to becoming a pioneering researcher and educator in AI education at TELUS University in Quebec. This conversation reveals the complex layers of distance learning design, where teams of experts collaborate to create engaging online learning environments…

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Trailblazing careers in tech: Advania’s next-gen tech talent 31:12

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Career development and advocating for careers in tech is one of the most valuable and enriching things a tech organisation can do. At the same time, it can often be the most challenging. In this episode of The Technology Boardroom, Kate Hutchinson, Advania's Head of Dynamics, sits down with Masuma Shariff and Aroosa Ali, two participants in Advania…

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Turning Your Weddings Into A Lead Generation Machine For Your Portrait Business 31:16

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What if every wedding you photograph could hand you 4–6 portrait bookings, multiple album sales, and long-term client relationships—without spending a cent on ads? In this episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan unpack how wedding photographers can get paid to market by flipping the way they view weddings—from one-time events into ongoing portrait pipe…

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ShiftED Podcast #53 In Conversation with Michelle Cummings Ready…Set…Teach! The First-Year Teacher’s Survival Guide 36:00

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Send us a text What makes a first-year teacher not just survive, but truly thrive? Michelle Cummins, author of "The First Year Teacher Survival Guide: Fifth Edition" and education advisor at Brisk Teaching, brings decades of wisdom to this question while exploring the evolving landscape of education. Michelle's remarkable journey from childhood tea…

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Travelling Tales - Key Takeaways To Elevate Your Business 25:12

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In this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution podcast, hosts Ronan, Jeanine, and Jonathan dive deep into the transformative power of AI in the photography industry. They discuss how photographers can leverage technology to enhance their workflow, improve client relationships, and ultimately deliver more meaningful experiences. Key Takeaways: T…

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ShiftED Podcast #52 In Conversation with Emily Cherkin: Replace Judgement with Curiosity 27:20

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Send us a text What if our children's screen time challenges aren't actually about them at all? When Emily Cherkin noticed her 7th-grade students increasingly absorbed by social media, they quickly pointed out an uncomfortable truth: "My parents are texting while driving, playing Candy Crush, always on Facebook." This pivotal realization—that scree…

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Tomorrow's world: How the tech workforce of the future will be different 56:42

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The tech sector has seen more radical changes in recent years than most. Now, with both the expectations of the next generation and the requirements of the tech workforce needing to align with the changes sweeping across the industry, organisations are grappling with adopting modern approaches to historic questions. Chief among these challenges is …

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Sales Success Challenge - AHAs 35:32

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Struggling to increase your photography sales? This episode reveals the proven strategies that help photographers maximize revenue while delivering an exceptional client experience. Discover how to structure pricing, simplify sales, and build deeper connections with clients—without feeling pushy or salesy. If you're a portrait photographer, wedding…

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ShiftED Podcast #51 In Conversation with JD Williams: The Human Touch in a Digital Classroom 21:03

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Send us a text What does it mean to be a "techno-Victorian" in today's rapidly evolving educational landscape? JD Williams embodies this fascinating philosophy, prioritizing human autonomy while thoughtfully embracing technological augmentation. Our conversation explores this delicate balance at a time when screens increasingly separate us from aut…

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Food Babe Vani Hari - The Fight for Cleaner Safer Food 52:11

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We would love to hear from you, send us a text! Host Monica and guest host Ned Renzi are joined by Vani Hari, better known as “the Food Babe,” for an eye-opening conversation about America’s food system. With over 10,000 chemicals approved for use in the U.S - compared to just 2,000 in Europe. Hari has made it her mission to expose what’s really in…