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Brian Strong, CTO of 10 Hats, navigates the tech landscape's complexities, sharing insights from his journey in sales and entrepreneurship. From selling railroad materials to founding a software company, Brian's story emphasizes resilience and adaptability. He discusses the intricacies of scaling businesses, the importance of aligning technology with client needs, and why not everyone needs to climb the traditional career ladder. Join host Mike in this chat, exploring leadership, company culture, and the pivotal role trust plays in business success. Ideal for tech enthusiasts and aspiring entrepreneurs.
2025-04-3027 min
OTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S5 E6: Greg Roe, Co-Founder, Freestyle Trampoline Association1) Greg's early childhood and entry into Olympic gymnastics trampoline; 2) Yearning for more freedom and self-expression; 3) Meeting Trish McGeer; 4) The first GTG Games- the sport "launched on Instagram"; 5) Creation of global brand and first World Championships; 6) Freestyle trampoline community and athlete "vibe"; 7) Growing ecosystem including live events, new Flippin' TV, e-sports, training center, action sports camps, etc.; 8) Greg's vision for the future of the FTA; 9) Greg's creative hobbies. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2025-04-2334 min
The Disruptors with Brian Sanders#63 Bands, Racism, Extreme Division in America, Hardcore music movement, and a few tour stories: DAN O'MAHONY (Dan O' Says So Podcast, 411, No For An Answer, Carry Nation, Shiners Club, and more)This is why I do this show! I've looked forward to this talk for a long time. People can disagree, but we all must make an effort to be tactful, talk, and learn from one another. Enjoy. Feel free to comment. 2025-03-122h 00
Gaining the Technology Leadership EdgeWhat 10 Elite Tech Leaders Taught Me About SuccessJoin Mike Mahoney as he celebrates 100 episodes by distilling insights from tech industry experts like Brian Kelly and Eric Girard into 10 powerful leadership lessons. Discover how to embrace AI, optimize processes, leverage automation, and build strong community relationships. Learn the importance of continuous learning, employee well-being, and effective talent acquisition. Uncover the secrets of lifelong learners like Nick Saban and Tom Brady. Elevate your leadership skills with these transformative strategies designed to keep you ahead in the dynamic world of technology leadership.2025-03-121h 08
The Worst of All Possible Worlds170 - 2024: A Year in ReviewAs has become tradition, we fielded a bunch of calls from you about what The Worst of All Possible Worlds meant to you in 2024 and stitched them together with highlights from the show. Merry Christmas and thanks for being part of our year.
We also put out an extra-special Whit's Endless Summer bobus to the premium feed; check it out over on Patreon.com/worstofall!
This episode includes clips from the following episodes, in order of appearance:
120 - 2 Left 2 Behind 2 Tribulation 2 Force
121 - Donkey Kong Country
122 - Far Cry 5 f...2024-12-252h 08OTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S5 E5: Ren Young, CEO/Founder, PRAYZN1) Ren's start from a "summer camp" kid to music/opera, to MTV, to content producer; 2) Literally started in the mailroom; 3) Origins of the "faith-fueled" PRAYZN story; 4) Building a faith-fueled pervasive community; 5) Phase 1: launching the faith-based MTV; 6) Phase 2: adding scripted and unscripted programming; 7) Phase 3: imbedding all other engagement touch-points (social, dating, live events, merch, etc.) to become "the soundtrack of their lives"; 8) Describing his dream team; 9) Ren's passion as a "voracious vegetizer".Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2024-12-0427 min
Gaining the Technology Leadership Edge10x Expansion: Leadership Tips from a Successful Consulting JourneyHow Effective Leadership Can Transform Organizations: Key Insights from a Consulting JourneyKey Takeaways
Empowerment of Managers: Investing in managers and supporting them is crucial to cultivating a strong organizational culture and driving growth.
Iterative Methodology in Practice: Adopting an iterative approach in management, akin to software development practices, can foster continuous improvement and innovation.
Community and Connection: Building a supportive community is vital for personal and professional growth, highlighting the significance of intentional relationships in leadership development.
Transforming Consulting Firms: The Role of LeadershipIn an engaging discussion with Brian Walch, we...2024-10-3028 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S5 E4: Beth Anderson, SVP/GM, FAST Channels & VOD Sales, BBC Studios1) Beth's start as a theatre director; 2) The art of storytelling and creative collaboration; 3) Comparing FAST channels to old-school curated "mix tapes"; 4) FAST strategy started with single-series such as "Antiques Road Show"; 5) What is the balance between creative/intuitive curation and science/data analytics in programming FAST channels?; 6) What role should AI play? --"technology is a gift"; 7) BBC Studios viewer acquisition strategy; 8) Dual-screen engagement strategy; 9) Should we bake social media UX features into FAST channels? 10) How do we overcome current industry challenges to improve profitability, engagement, and consumer satisfaction? 11) Beth's "adorable" passion project.Also watch on YouTube...2024-10-1148 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S5 E3: Srinivasan (Srini) KA, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Amagi1) Srini's career background; 2) Amagi's roots as an advertising marketplace in India; 3) Facing down a major company crisis; 4) Pivoting to become a global FAST tech vendor; 5) Managing lightning-fast growth; 6) How to maintain your company culture at scale; 7) How to segment your customer base; 8) Managing core vs. custom product development; 9) Fixing the inefficiencies of the DTC (direct-to-consumer) strategy; 10) Srini's super sophisticated pastime-- reading books.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2024-10-0540 min
The Worst of All Possible Worlds157 - Blasphemous II (feat. Tom O'Mahony)Tom O’Mahony (Beneath the Skin, Lions Led by Donkeys) and the lads grab their rosary blades and make for the miraculous city of Cvstodia as they cover The Game Kitchen’s gothic 2023 Metroidvania: Blasphemous II. Topics include the game’s Sevillian origins, the literal Piss-Christ, and the importance of gamifying Catholicism as a merciless, guilt-ridden bloodbath.
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Beneath the Skin: A podcast chronicling the interconnected history of the world through the complicated history of tattooing. Hosted by Art History professor, museum curator, and tattoo historian Dr. Matt Lodder, and podcast producer, and tattoo c...2024-09-252h 21OTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S5 E2: Esther Ahn, Head of User Experience, YouTube TV & Primetime Channels1) Esther's career background; 2) Design lessons from a can opener; 3) Why UX design should get C-suite attention; 4) Design differences between music and video; 5) How to integrate UX for all content forms-- short clips, long-form, live events, etc.; 6) Using user feedback and directed input vs. passive inferential design; 7) Should consumers be able to toggle between different UX experiences? 8) Esther's passion for painting. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2024-09-1839 min
SHILLING SPEAKERS54. Toastmasters World Championship, featuring Brian Scally, Gisela Baeyens and Paul O'MahonyMany of us would LOVE to attend a Toastmasters International Convention, but is it worth the time,
effort and expense to travel around the world to attend? Hear the answer from our roving reporter, Paul O'Mahony, who made the long trek from Cork, Ireland to Anaheim, USA. Learn first-hand whether you should mark late August in your calendar for a trip to Philadelphia in 2025 or whether you should simply stay at home. At Shilling Speakers, we recently held the 'Unofficial' Toastmasters
International World Championship of Public Speaking. But would the results have been any different if there had been...2024-09-1348 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S5 E1: Michael Senzon, President of Digital, Allen Media Group1) Interning for "Late Night with David Letterman" -- can people still start their M&E careers that way? 2) CNN Digital role; 3) Launching first live news streaming service; 4) The "Great Big Story" story; 5) CNBC and NBC News OTT products; 6) Partnership with Pluto; 7) What was the inflection point where streaming became "real"? 8) Current Allen Media Group role as President of Digital; 9) What is the future of "local" in streaming? 10) Current state and future of streaming UX; 11) Role of AI to improve content management and UX-- "AI will eventually build the ultimate streaming service"; 12) Michael's passion for writing, being creative, and using...2024-05-2440 minGaining the Technology Leadership EdgeSnap Build's Secret to Slashing Construction Times by 25%!Embracing Change: The Intersection of Passion, Leadership, and TechnologyGazing into the transformative world of tech leadership, Brian Golod and Mike's dialogue on the podcast "Gaining the Technology Leadership Edge" offers rich insights into what it takes to navigate personal fulfillment, innovate leadership styles, and balance life's multifaceted demands. These poignant reflections tease out not just the contours of a successful career but the philosophy that can drive innovation and personal growth in the tech industry.Key Takeaways:
Empowerment Through Mentorship: Discovering personal fulfillment and professional success by investing in the growth of others.
...2024-05-0831 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S4 E8 -- Paul Pastor, QuickPlay CBO1) Paul's career background-- Technicolor, Disney, Discovery, Struum; 2) Paul's mentor and move into strategy; 3) Getting the call from Disney; 4) The "moment when my career trajectory changed"; 5) How to use viewer data to be cool at cocktail parties ; 6) QuickPlay's focus on Tier 1 customers; 7) QuickPlay's USP: architecture and culture; 8) QuickPlay's new AI programmer tool; 9) Paul's passion for tennis and his beef with the Tennis Channel bundle; 10) Meet Paul's puppies Betsey and Sophie.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2024-04-1540 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S4 E7: Kevin Kurtz, CEO of Bold Baking Network1) Kevin's background at Lucasfilm, Electronic Arts, Walt Disney Pictures, and Zynga; 2) Learning about merchandising, gaming, and communities when launching the Pokémon franchise to the USA; 3) Why EA (Sims franchise) and Zynga (Words with Friends) highlighted the powerful combination of content, gaming, and communities; 4) Genesis of Bold Baking Network; 5) How "baking" is different from "cooking"-- it's about joy and love; 6) 500 million video views and 8 million monthly unique viewers; 7) What does it mean to build a content "universe"; 8) How Star Wars created a "cross-generational" community; 9) Role of mobile for building out your community; 10) Bold Baking Network's plans for a n...2024-03-0141 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S4 E6: Scott Apgar, SVP Advertising, SeaChange International1) Scott's career background starting with device drivers at Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC); 2) Current role leading SeaChange's advertising team; 3) SeaChange's end-to-end streaming platform; 4) Advertising solutions including pre-roll, mid-roll, post-roll and creating custom FAST channels on the fly; 5) Innovations such as side-by-side advertising, clickable events, and QR codes; 6) Trade-offs of server side vs. client side advertising solutions (or both); 7) Role of big data to match ad inventory to user behavior; 8) Scott's 22-year support of the Pan-Mass Challenge (192 mile bike ride) to benefit cancer research. PMC this year will hit the milestone of $1 billion raised for cancer research.Also watch...2024-02-2331 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastDavid Toomey - Leaving Rugby To Become An Ultramarathon RunnerDavid is a physio now, and played age grade for Munster Rugby, and AIL with Lansdowne fc.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedInWe chat about"...2024-02-221h 26
The Growth Catalyst ShowBrian Sulka: Navigating the EOS Path to Entrepreneurial SuccessJoin us on The Growth Catalyst Show as we engage in a captivating conversation with Brian Sulka, an accomplished EOS implementer and entrepreneur. With diverse experience across various industries, discover how Brian's expertise in aligning vision, fostering accountability, and promoting team cohesion has driven success for numerous businesses using EOS principles.2024-02-0624 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S4 E5: Steve Harnsberger, CEO, Universal Search & Discovery1) Steve's career background- "Silicon Valley meets Hollywood"; 2) The problem to solve-- universal search within the OTT operating system; 3) How is it possible your title doesn't show up in search even if it's in your library? 4) Why/how the search algorithm optimizes the platform's monetization-- not the apps; 5) Search vs. CTV/platform marketing- what has better ROI? 6) How Steve's team works to index/optimize your content library; 7) In an ideal world, who's job is it to optimize search results to maximize UX, engagement, monetization? 8) "The search engines and CTV OS wars are obfuscated and secret..."; 9) How to optimize your title...2024-01-0550 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S4 E4- Evan Shapiro1) Evan's 2023 wrap up; 2) The media universe "death stars" getting bigger; 3) Consolidation of advertising market under Google, Meta, and Amazon (60%); 4) Why are the media giants getting into sports in a huge way? 5) "We left the last era of media four years ago when Disney went to DTC.... chasing Netflix towards a business model that doesn't work."; 6) Good churn vs. bad churn; 7) The paradox of consumers wanting choice-- AND bundles; 8) 2024 M&A predictions-- Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery, Fox, Disney; 9) Data/identity will trump content in 2024; 10) Additive role of Gen AI in 2024; 11) 2024 investment best bets- Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, NVIDIA-- be...2023-12-2943 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S4 E3- Eric Keith, Chief Content Officer, Space Mob1) Keith's background in theater and film; 2) Moving into digital media and then streaming media; 3) Space Mob's focus on creating FAST channels and creating series; 4) FAST market under pressure as platforms are cutting back channels; 5) Focus on entertainment sports streaming such as pickle ball; 6) Minimum viable FAST channel needs 150 hours to start; 7) Revenue share model with content partners; 8) Merchandising opportunities; 9) Smaller production companies will likely exit the business; 10) Keith supporting his kids' Pokémon passion. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-12-2922 min
Rare Care PodcastAn Interview With Brian O'Mahony, CEO of the Irish Haemophilia SocietyLarry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Brian O'Mahony, president of the Irish Haemophilia Society and one of the few hemophilia B patients in Europe to receive gene therapy.2023-12-1408 min
Rare Care PodcastAn Interview With Brian O'Mahony, CEO of the Irish Haemophilia SocietyLarry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Brian O'Mahony, president of the Irish Haemophilia Society and one of the few hemophilia B patients in Europe to receive gene therapy.2023-12-1408 min
Brian J MatosEp. 22 - Brian Mahony, CEO, Trender Research: The Evolution of Streaming Media and Consumer TrendsBrian Mahony, CEO and Founder at Trender Research and the President of the OTT Executive Community is the special guest for this episode. He joins the show to discuss consumer trends in broadcasting, content creation, film, and streaming. He has developed a 50,000+ member executive-level community engaging in research, consulting, events, webinars, white papers, and expert witness services. Brian has over 25 years of experience leading strategy, product management, business development, sales and marketing teams. Over the years, he has launched over 20 technology-based products or services, several of which have received “product of the year” awards by vari...2023-12-1037 min
Leaving Cert GuidanceFuture Careers with Brian ComerfordGuidance counsellor, Brian Comerford from classroomguidance.ie joins me this week to discuss what careers will be popular in the future. How can students future proof themselves from AI? How can students contribute to climate change, in what careers and courses? What skills can students learn that will be invaluable? What courses should students be looking at.Follow us @leavingcertguidance on Instagram and TikTok2023-11-2628 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S4 E2: Katherine Pond, Group Vice President, Vizio1) Katherine's pre-Vizio career background; 2) First job at Vizio 11 years ago; 3) Current role; 4) Vizio as full-service media company including hardware, content, data, advertising, distribution, mobile; 5) Vizio content vetting process; 6) Higher bar for content partnerships, but still lots of new "white space"; 7) Elements of a good content deal; 8) Vizio's key UX metrics; 9) Role of voice in search and navigation; 10) FAST and other industry trends; 11) Katherine's love of fitnessAlso watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-11-1237 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S4 E1: Rachel Silver, Founder & CEO, Love Stories TV1) Rachel's career background; 2) Rachel and husband met in kindergarten? I forgot the follow up question about this! 3) Recognizing the wedding video opportunity; 4) Getting started building a large social community; 5) Anatomy of a content licensing deal; 6) Advertising strategy and lack of data visibility; 7) Partnering/competing with CTV and distribution platforms; 8) Why Rachel doesn't worry about content and distribution saturation; 9) Content curation strategy; 10) "Content discovery" vs. "search"; 11) The easy CTV distribution era is over; 12) Building communities around video content; 13) Rachel's love of precision skating.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-11-0638 min
The Mind Body Business ShowEP 267: Entrepreneur & Technologist Mike Mahony on The Mind Body Business ShowMike Mahony is not just a seasoned technologist with over 35 years in the field, but also a dynamic entrepreneur. Alongside his wife, Victoria, he proudly owns and operates six thriving businesses. His vast experience spans two decades as a Chief Technology Officer for various esteemed companies, where he harnessed technology to drive innovation and growth.
When he's not immersed in the tech world or overseeing his businesses, Mike can be found deeply engrossed in a book, sharpening his strategic mind over a game of chess, or spending quality time with his beloved animals. A passionate animal lover...2023-10-301h 03Gaining the Technology Leadership EdgeEmbracing the Power of Automation and Personal Branding in the Tech WorldGaining the Technology Leadership Edge: A Comprehensive Guide to Automation and Personal BrandingWelcome to Gaining the Technology Leadership Edge, a podcast exploring the latest strategies and insights in technology leadership. In this episode, we have Brian Kelly, an entrepreneur, trainer, author, speaker, certified NLP practitioner, and automation expert. Brian is known as the automation master and helps entrepreneurs and business owners automate their processes to achieve success. Today, we will delve into the world of automation, personal branding, and the power of appearing on podcasts.The Power of AutomationBrian Kelly, an...2023-09-2736 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S3 E8 Natalie Gabathuler-Scully, Vevo EVP, Revenue Distribution and Data Operations1) Natalie's current role; 2) Career background from JP Morgan to ESPN; 3) Vevo's global operations-- streaming across 34 distribution platforms including YouTubeTV, Samsung TV+, Pluto, Roku, and Amazon FireTV-- over 800,000 pieces of content; 4) Launching FAST channels; 5) Embracing a data-driven environment; 6) The promise vs. the reality of addressable advertising; 7) The process of data and advertising experimentation; 8) When will measurement become standardized and reliable?; 9) Future of FAST and role of CTV; 10) Personalization of the "long tail"; 11) Natalie's renewed love of horse-back riding.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-08-1030 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S3 E7: Stephen Lathroum, President North America, Robosoft Technologies1) Stephen's role and background on Robosoft Technologies; 2) Marquee customers including Discovery+, Magnolia, Global Cycling Network, Food Network, and ESPN; 3) Creating "communities" to enhance engagement and monetization; 4) Engineering and software development outsourcing vs. staff augmentation vs. innovation centers of excellence; 5) Cross device/platform brand integration; 6) 25 year history including first customer Apple; 7) Creating emotional engagement via human-centric design; 8) UX best practices; 9) Stephen's love of travel.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-08-0928 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S3 E6 Jonathan Collins, Imagicomm/INSP, General Manager Digital Distribution1) Background on Imagicomm and INSP "5th ranked cable channel in the U.S."; 2) Media conglomerate including cable, original content distribution, and 13 broadcast networks; 3) "Lunge-free" family/friendly content including "The Cowboy Way", "Legal Action", and Christmas movies; 4) Charlotte-based studios/distribution; 5) Tell family stories without being preachy; 6) Jonathan's background including MGM and Walt Disney Studios; 7) From directing to producing/business side; 8) Advice for college grads trying to break into media & entertainment industry; 9) Status of industry right now during tough economy; 10) AVOD vs. FAST business; 11) Future challenge for niche streaming services vs. bundled content; 12) Moving beyond just content libraries to building a...2023-06-2519 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S3 E5 Jason Cohen, MyBundle.TV CEO1) Jason's finance/private equity background; 2) Problem statement- simplifying streaming; 3) Win-win-win three-tiered approach- consumers, streamers, and broadband providers; 4) MyBundle watch list; 5) Partnering with cable providers for cord-cutters selecting broadband; 6) "Find MyBundle" tool; 7) Dominance of smart phone over TV remote as content discovery tool; 8) Difference between "search" and "browse"; 9) The "WD-40" of streaming; 10) Role of AI; 11) FAST vs SVOD app monetization; 12) Jason's unrequited love for golf vs. his kids being "his world".Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-06-2423 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S3 E4 Teresa Lopez, Co-Founder & CEO, LoveTV Channels1) Teresa's background at Rakuten launching new channels; 2) Dearth of channels in Europe; 3) Need for localization (local content, local language); 4) LoveTV Channels one year anniversary; 5) Distribution with Samsung, Xumo, etc.; 6) Finding new distribution in U.S. market; 7) Love the Planet channel about sustainability; 8) Next stage focused on viewer acquisition; 9) Role of European telcos in streaming FAST channels; 10) Teresa's passion for cooking. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-06-2413 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S3 E3 Steven Flisler, Managing Director, X Games Media1) Acquisition of X Games from Disney/ESPN; 2) Steven's background from Twitch and NBC/NFL; 3) Role of community on Twitch; 4) Focus on expanding X Games events to distribution and streaming; 5) What to do with 18 years of VOD library? 6) Augmenting event content with athlete personalities; 7) Use of social for shared real-time experience; 8) X Games content discovery strategy; 9) StreamTV big trends-- CTV and FAST; 10) Steven's hobbies-- Will we see extreme scuba diving X Games event?Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-06-1812 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S3 E2 Dr. J. Alexander Martin, FUBU Co-Founder1) J. Alexander's background including co-founding FUBU; 2) Opportunities in streaming media; 3) Signing with Cineverse; 4) Future of FAST; 5) Writer's strike pushing move back to reality TV; 6) Role of AI in streaming; 7) Focus on building his businesses; 8) Future plansAlso watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-06-1809 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S3 E1- Colin Petrie Norris, Xumo Chief Revenue and Platform Officer1) Thoughts on StreamTV Show in Denver; 2) Colin's career background from "structural engineer specializing in water-retaining concrete design" to Xumo leader; 3) Xumo's roots in digital ad-tech; 4) Comcast acquisition; 5) Comcast-Charter joint venture; 6) How does Xumo fit into Comcast's portfolio including Peacock, Xfinity, Flex, Xumo App, Platform, OS, etc. 7) What does the future of FAST look like? 8) The role of free/ad-supported video; 9) Importance of content discovery; 10) Meet Colin's rescue dog "Flounder" (who comes to work with him everyday); 11) "Sneaking" into the "VIP" Xumo reception.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-06-1518 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S2 E6: Brad Samuels, CEO, Eagle Dock Media1) Brad's background from local radio, to cable and broadcast, to streaming; 2) Launching MTV; 3) How "South Park" put Comedy Central on the map; 4) Early forays into streaming with Bloomberg and Scripps; 5) Creating Eagle Dock Media (and not getting sued by LeBron James); 6) Is content exclusivity/walled gardens going away? 7) Experimenting with content monetization strategies; 8) Is re-aggregation the future? 9) Brad's love for live music (40-50 live shows a year!)Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-06-0727 min
Failure To LaunchThe Rocket Scientist Gang War w. Tom O’MahonyAs the Cultural Revolution threw China into chaos, no institution was immune, not even their highly-secretive rocket program. In this episode we talk to Tom O'Mahony, host of the 33rd County and Beneath The Skin podcasts, about how China's rocket scientists spent the late 60s brawling in the streets and assassinating each other over office politics.
Check out our guest, Tom (@gotitatguineys)
Host of 33rd County and Beneath The Skin
Producer of What a Hell of a Way to Die and Lions Led By Donkeys
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Making Breakthroughs...2023-06-051h 15OTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S2 E5: Jeremy Stern, former YouTube TV, Head of Local TV1) Jeremy's career beginning with "knocking on doors" for Continental Cablevision; 2) Launching Google Fiber; 3) Launching YouTube TV; 4) Content piracy; 5) Launching Stern Digital Strategies; 6) Role of AI; 7) Status of Local TV industry; 8) Industry cost-cutting as "natural evolution"; 9) Growth of OTA and ATSC 3.0; 10) Jeremy's passion for Blues guitar.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-05-1037 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S2 E4 Erick Opeka, Cinedigm President and CSO1) Background on Cinedigm; 2) Cinedigm content strategy; 3) The power of "enthusiast" content (anime, family, horror, etc.); 4) Cineverse "Big Umbrella"; 5) Building communities around video content; 6) FAST as a "throw-back linear approach"; 7) Celebrity-based channels; 8) "Wall Street whipsaw from growth at all costs" to "focus on the bottom line"; 9) Erick's passion for Finger Lakes fun. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-05-0530 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast: S2 E3 Sara DeWitt, GM, PBS Kids1) Sara’s background; 2) Working for Mr. Rogers; 3) Non-profit focus on experimentation vs. commercialization; 4) PBS Kids and gaming; 5) PBS distribution/device strategy; 6) PBS podcasts; 7) How to stay the course despite cutbacks in kid content; 8) PBS content strategy; 9) Show curricula- Curious George as Engineering teacher?; 10) How to make content more accessible for audiences; 11) Sara’s built-in “focus group” at homeAlso watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-03-3143 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S2 E12: Robert Schildhouse, GM, BritBox North America1) Background on Robert; 2) 15 years since Hulu launch; 3) Can the industry sustain massive content investment amid huge losses? 4) Avoid the "collapse of the middle" through scale or focus; 5) BritBox viewer acquisition strategy; 6) Why a dedicated BritBox service vs. licensing through other services? 7) How rise of CTVs changes things; 8) Robert's passion for pizza and pizza ovens.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-03-1542 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S2 E1: Mike Bloxham, EVP, MAGID1) Mike Bloxham's background; 2) New study on streaming subscriber churn; 3) "Intentionality of churn"; 4) Six different churn segments; 5) Why are "Hypers" both highly engaged and most likely to churn? 6) How "good/bad churn" is like cholesterol; 7) Moving to a "subscribed months" metric; 8) Why churn isn't correlated to income; 9) Churn segment "portfolio management"; 10) SVOD vs. FAST churn; 11) Mike's passion for Scotch whiskey. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-02-2844 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S1 E10: Nakx CEO Kieanji Williams1) Kieanji's background; 2) Genesis of Nakx; 3) Streaming opportunity for independent films; 4) Nakx business model; 5) Linear programming strategy; 6) Nakx distribution strategy; 7) Nakx launch plans; 8) Future plans for original content; 9) Kieanji's foray into reality TV (watch her on "The Blox").Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-02-2025 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S1 E9- Guest Marc Zand, formerly Ion Media Networks1) Marc Zand background; 2) What are multicast/diginet/D2-D3 networks? 3) How did multicast networks get their initial content? 4) OTA content discovery; 5) How did Marc grow Ion Media Networks? 6) How was multicast a pre-cursor to FAST channels? 7) The tension between content exclusivity and wider distribution; 8) What are the various aspects of content licensing deals? 9) The era of the "grown-ups" taking charge and focusing on profit margins; 10) How Marc used divorce and paternity law as an entre into the entertainment industry.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-02-1732 min
Crime WorldEpisode 237: Kinahan cartel money man Brian Mahony's rise and fall at the hands of Criminal Assets BureauHe’s the Kinahan fixer who decked out his house with Plasma screens and bullet-resistant glass, but now Brian Mahony has gone and the keys of his palace are with the Criminal Assets Bureau.After climbing the career ladder in the mob, Mahony has now given up his assets without a fight and a community will soon see a for sale sign outside what was once the best-kept house in the neighbourhood.Today I’m talking with journalist Eamon Dillon about the low-key fixer who tried to stay under the radar as he washed drug money but who came a crop...2023-02-0929 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S1 E8- Guest Tony Mugavero- CEO of ROW8, Co-Founder Rad1) Background of Tony Mugavero; 2) Merger of ROW8 and Rad; 3) Video applications of blockchain, web3, smart contracts, etc. 4) What is NFTV and premium transactional VOD? 5) Marketing aspects of video/music NFTs; 6) Extending video content via merchandising, collectibles, etc. 7) Do blockchain smart contracts replace DRM? 8) How to make video blockchain/NFTs mainstream; 9) Tony's EDM passion-- search "DatGuy" on Spotify to hear his music. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-02-0836 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S1 E7: Donna Drake- Drake Media Networks President1) Donna's background; 2) Democratizing content creation; 3) New studio and tech stack; 4) Greenlighting 50 new shows; 5) Distribution strategy; 6) A "billionaire in spirit"; 7) Is the content market saturated? 8) Storytelling; 9) Donna's favorite things; 10) Bonus: Will Brian and Donna create a new show together?Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-01-2023 min
Flop CultureRhydian Coming Second On The X-Factor (with Laura O'Mahony)Flop Culture is back for season two, and helping Fionnuala kick things off is presenter and comedian Laura O'Mahony, who has never gotten over Rhydian (née Roberts) losing The X-Factor in 2007. TIMESTAMPSSelena Gomez's relationship staus: 0:50Rhydian Coming Second On The X-Factor with Laura O'Mahony: 5:00Top Of The Flops: 47:39Follow Laura on Instagram!Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok!Editing: Adam ShanahanArtwork: Brian Lambert Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-1950 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S1 E6- Michael Weber, FITE.TV Co-Founder & COO1) FITE distribution strategy; 2) new FAST channel FITE 24/7; 3) Unique aspects of PPV; 4) Getting added to the Roku Channel; 5) Expanding into soccer and rugby; 6) Viewer acquisition strategy; 7) Fighting content pirates; 8) 2023 predictions; 9) Bonus: Did Michael catch William "the Fridge" Perry during WrestleMania 2?Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-01-1333 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Exec Podcast S1 E5- College Age Trenders (focus group)1) Two college students talk about their media and entertainment habits; 2) Discussions include Apple, Disney+, YouTube TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Peacock, Hulu, FuboTV, Instagram, TikTok, SnapChat, etc.; 3) Favorite shows and ways of watching; 4) Music comes first, followed by social and video; 5) No interest in cable TV or OTA; 6) Switching from Apple Music to Spotify; 7) What if there was a Spotify Wrapped for video?; 8) Ads vs. subscription services; 9) When you graduate, what services would you get and what are you willing to pay?Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2023-01-1124 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S1E4- Adam Ware, Sinclair Broadcasting Group1) Interview with Adam Ware, SVP Growth Networks, Sinclair Broadcast Group; 2) Career background; 3) Differing viewer acquisition strategies across broadcast and streaming services; 4) Resilience of Over-The-Air (OTA); 5) ATSC 3.0 "Next-Gen TV"; 6) Content discovery strategies; 7) Discussions including Netflix, Amazon, Disney, Hulu, Peacock, etc.; 8) TV channel "brands"; 9) Rise of ad-supported business models; 10) BBC's plans to merge broadcast and streaming; 11) Adam's passion outside of work.Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2022-12-1649 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S1E3- MolQ Entertainment CEO E.J. Klein1) E.J.'s career recap; 2) Background on MolQ Entertainment; 3) MolQ Films and MolQ TV launch plans; 4) Growth in advertising business models; 5) Role of NFTs for marketing and engagement; 6) UX strategy; 7) International launch plans; 8) Things about E.J. you might not know. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2022-12-0827 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S1 E2: Isabel Rafferty, CEO Canela Media1) Background on Isabel; 2) Language, culture, or geography-- how do you define the "Hispanic" market? 3) Programming and content curation; 4) "Peak streaming"-- how will the limit of subscribers/viewers impact growth? 5) Role of original content vs. licensed programming; 6) One thing about Isabel you may not know. Also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2022-12-0325 minOTT Executive Podcast with Brian MahonyOTT Executive Podcast S1E1- Evan Shapiro1) Evan Shapiro dispels “tentacle” rumors; 2) Disney’s CEO revolving door amidst “peak TV”; 3) How bad will the media industry “impression recession” get? -- two leading indicators to look for; 4) Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Roku, Netflix, Amazon, Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery, 5G, Pay TV, and Triple Play discussions; 5) Why Amazon overpaid for NFL Thursday Night Football; 6) How to manage your career during industry contraction; 7) The future of content— advice for creators and storytellers; 8) One thing about Evan you might not knowAlso watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ottexecutive2022-11-2430 min
The Tom O Mahony Show244 - Brian GallagherThere's more than a fair share of facial-furniture appreciation in this episode with my good mate, comedian Brian Gallagher.For tickets and to support the show, access todays video, weekly Ramble Pods and a rake more Patreon exclusive content why not follow this link: https://www.patreon.com/tomomahonybuckshot2022-09-231h 09
The Nightly RantYour Favorite Blockhead Reveals the Asshole!The show introduces this episode's guest, Brian from Your Favorite Blockhead Podcast (podcast showcased on Yogi’s Podcast Network). He provides his theme song.Mike and Brian want to talk about different a-holes. Torya has a new AITA scenario for Mike and Brian and reads it to them. Mike and Brian discuss the scenario and their opinions about who the asshole is. Brian leads this conversation by explaining an MMA fight and a stamp comment he made and why he doesn’t make them very often. Brian talks about MMA. Mike leads this conversation to Jake...2022-08-1943 min
The Blind Spot09 - Accessible Technology with Sean Doran and Kyran O’MahonyTina chats with Sean Doran and Kyran O’Mahony from the National Council for the Blind Ireland (NCBI) about the strides technology has made in the last 30 years and the opportunities that new developing technology has made in terms of access for all.
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Home Page - NCBI
Thanks and Acknowledgement to
Jessica Viola for podcast production, recording and editing.
Brian Larkin and Agency X for creating the podcast cover art.
The UCD Business eLearning te...2022-08-151h 03
The Blind Spot08 - Irish Guide Dogs with Zita O’Brien, Léan Kennedy and Tim O’MahonyThree guests from the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, Zita O’Brien, Léan Kennedy and Tim O’Mahony talk to Tina about the positive impact and life changing that having a guide dog makes for people with disabilities. Zita shares the joys of puppy fostering. Also, Tina and Léan share their own personal journeys of having a guide dog and the support and independence their dogs have allowed them to have along the way.
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https://www.guided...2022-07-1553 min
BloodStreamBrian O’Mahony, Origins of Ankle Pain, and Foam Rollers!Patrick spends time with advocacy leader and patient, Brian O’Mahony, about issues facing the community in Ireland and his updates on his experience as a person with hemophilia who’s been dosed with gene therapy. Amy speaks with Dr. Ben Samelson-Jones about the use of Twitter in hemophilia and we have a new segment! Listen in for the debut of a brand new monthly segment, The Well, featuring Jessica Lauren Richmond of BloodStream’s FLOW podcast. Show Notes: Article from Hemophilia News Today: Ankle Joint Damage in Hemophilia Common, But Not Linked to Pain ...2022-04-081h 14
The Tom O Mahony Show222 - Brian GallagherBringing that Limerick heat is comedian and owner of one of the finest beards I've ever been lucky enough to be in the presence of, it's the fantastic Brian Gallagher. Brian is a staple of The Edinburgh Fringe and one time contributor to the phenomenally successful Facts/Try Channel. A great comic and a great bloke to boot. This was one of my favourite chats to date.Limelight Show: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/venueartist/461484/2132027Wild Duck Show: https://ti.to/danny-obrien/tom-omahoneys-new-show-clattered-at-the-wild-duck-comedy-club/en/with/tom-o-mahoney-s-new-show-clattered-8pm-18-5th-may-2022-at-the-wild-duck-comedy-club-dublinTo support the show, get...2022-03-251h 12
Women in PaymentsMy Career in Six - Allison Barbosa and Brian Mahony #BreaktheBias“Leaders can establish forums through which people can network through shared interests that are broader than sport; like business resource groups or company sponsored community engagement.” Our very own CCO, Allison Barbosa, speaks with Brian Mahony of Elavon, six words and thoughts on Brian's career journey and what it means to be an ally in the payments industry.
About My Career in Six
My Career in Six is a weekly podcast produced by Women in Payments, where In each episode, we sit down with an inspiring woman leading the way in the paym...2022-03-0707 min
The Tom O Mahony Show203 - Deepfake Impressionist: Steven ConnollyI'm joined this week for a fascinating chat with deepfake creator and impressionist Steve Connolly. We chat about Ronan O'Gara sliding into his DM's to compliment him and ask him for a pint, Padraig Harrington pursuing his career in music and how Brian O'Driscoll and Leo Varadkar are voice-twins.To support the show and access todays video and a rake more Patreon exclusive content why not follow this link: https://www.patreon.com/tomomahonybuckshot2021-10-2255 min
The Main BreakThe Main Break podcast: Panmure's Sam MahonyPanmure's Sam Mahony talked life as a Bulldog in the lead up to his 200th senior game for the Warrnambool and District league club.He played in the club's brilliant back-to-back premierships in 2012/13. Mahony joined The Standard sports journalists Brian Allen and Nick Ansell for the Main Break.2021-08-1717 min
The DripConnection. Challenge. Collaboration.Dan O'Mahony is GM and EVP at Inkhouse in San Francisco. In this episode, we talk about fostering an environment where young professionals can thrive; reducing employee churn; owned content strategies for startups, and why a crisis comms playbook is necessary for early stage companies.2021-08-0625 minLeaving Cert GuidanceHEAR/DARE with Brian ComerfordWith deadline dates for HEAR and DARE looming, Donnchadh and Brian Comerford discuss what each application involves, the process of the application and the benefits of applying for HEAR and DARE.2021-02-2519 min
Blarney Pilgrims Irish Music PodcastAoife Kelly Interview (Concertina)We ARE the source.' John Kelly of Capel Street and Scattery Island. Hiding the fiddle under your jacket in Dublin in the rare oul times. Strange hornpipes, slip jigs, slides. Patsy Geary, Jimmy O'Donahue and Kilfenora's three bakeries. The memory palace and preserving a life. Ireland, Australia, Tommy Potts posters and the evocative power of seagulls. Searching out the music in Darwin. Sydney, Melbourne and going back home.
Also, maybe young kids shouldn't listen to the intro of this ep. There's a bit of Santa chat in there they might wanna miss.
Thanks to...2021-01-061h 49Leaving Cert GuidanceThe Art of Studying with Brian ComerfordDo you have a motivation to study? But, you are not sure how to go about the process? Donnchadh chats with Guidance Counsellor, Brian Comerford, about the different types of learning, the learning curve, setting goals, the process of study etc.If you are a JC, 5th or 6th year student, this episode could be very valuable to you.2020-11-0923 min