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The Consumer Finance PodcastThe FinReg Frontier: AI and Machine Learning in Consumer FinanceIn this episode of the Consumer Finance Podcast, Chris Willis, co-leader of Troutman Pepper Locke's Consumer Financial Services Regulatory practice, delves into the current state of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) models in underwriting and fraud detection. Chris provides an overview of the regulatory expectations set by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, including the historical context and recent developments. He discusses the importance of fair lending considerations, the use of less discriminatory alternative analysis, and the skepticism around certain types of alternative data. Chris also explores the potential impact of state regulations and the need for a long-term...2025-04-1018 min
Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcastEp. 876 - Chris Willis on Red Grange's '12 Minutes to Immortality'As Illinois celebrates the 100-year anniversary of Red Grange's historic performance in the Memorial Stadium dedication game, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Chris Willis, author of "Red Grange: The Life of the NFL's First Superstar." Willis details why the Illini great's six-touchdown performance against Michigan 100 years ago was such an iconic moment for football and Illinois athletics.Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:
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The Digital Insurance AgentChris Castanes on Prospecting, Networking & Using Humor in Insurance SalesIn this episode of The Digital Insurance Agent, host Carl Willis interviews Chris Castanes, a veteran insurance agent, author, and standup comedian. Chris shares his unique approach to insurance sales, blending humor with prospecting and networking to build stronger client relationships. Learn how Chris has successfully used comedy to break down barriers in tough conversations about life insurance, turning serious topics into engaging, productive discussions.Watch as Chris and Carl dive deep into:How to use humor in insurance sales to connect with clientsChris's journey from door-to-door insurance sales to digital marketingThe importance of...2024-10-1131 min
I on the IlliniChris Willis of NFL Films Author of Red Grange: The Life & Legacy of the NFL's First Superstar #406Chris Willis of NFL Films talks his book - Red Grange: the Life and Legacy of the NFL's First Superstar. Red blazed a trail for future superstars:
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On-air on Radio & TV
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Shift AI PodcastDesign Thinking and Digital Dexterity with CDO of Domo, Chris WillisIn this episode, we explore the role of design thinking in AI and data analytics, highlighting the importance of creating human-centered solutions. Chris Willis, Chief Design Officer at Domo shares valuable insights from his career in media, design and technology, emphasizing the necessity of digital dexterity and continuous learning in our rapidly evolving digital landscape. The conversation also delves into the potential and challenges of AI, addressing the risks of over-reliance on convenient answers and underscoring the critical need for robust AI safety measures.
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[00:02:46] Chris’s experience and background
[00:03:51] Growing up in Ne...2024-08-0132 min
Grind DiariesEpisode 10 - Chris O'Connell - Overcoming AdversityEpisode 10 Chris O'Connell
Overcoming adversity
This episode goes deep into Chris' tough upbringing and we discuss how he has used that as motivation to build a £25M business with over 100 staff!!
We talk about mistakes that were made along the way, lessons, failures and how all of that shaped Chris to become the incredible man is he is today!
This is a super important episode, I hope many people get to hear this! Its one of the most motivating episodes I've done!
Enjoy 2024-07-291h 27
Pigskin DispatchThe Top Players of the NFL's Single Platoon Era -with Author Chris WillisThe 1st 25 years of the #nfl were filled with single-platoon football, where players played on both sides of the ball, seldom, if ever, leaving the game. Historian Chris Willis has written a book ranking the top 100 of the stars from this almost forgotten era of the pro gridiron and joins us to talk about "The NFL's 60-Minute Men." You can order a copy of Chris Willis' The NFL's 60 Minute Men book at the Publisher McFarland.com website or on Amazon. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch to...2024-07-0334 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastUnderstanding the CFPB's Rules for Risk-Based Nonbank SupervisionIn this episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast, Chris Willis discusses the recent changes the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) made to its rules for designating nonbanks subject to supervision due to potential risks to consumers. Willis provides a background on this authority granted to the CFPB by the Dodd-Frank Act and discusses the CFPB's increased use of this authority in recent years. He also delves into the implications of the CFPB's updated rules, emphasizing the need for nonbanks to prepare for potential supervision and to build robust compliance management systems. The episode provides valuable insights for nonbanks navigating...2024-05-1610 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastAnalyzing the CFPB's Stance on Comparison Shopping and Lead Generation WebsitesIn this episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast, Chris Willis discusses the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) recent circular on comparison shopping and lead generation websites. The CFPB asserts that certain practices related to these websites are abusive under the Dodd Frank Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP) regulation. The CFPB argues that it is abusive for website operators to influence their display or ranking of consumer financial products and services based on compensation they receive from product providers. Willis critiques the CFPB's stance, arguing that the Bureau is attempting to rewrite commerce rules by labeling practices...2024-03-2812 min
The Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – Find Me the Votes: A Hard-Charging Georgia Prosecutor, a Rogue President, and the Plot to Steal an American Election by Michael Isikoff, Daniel Klaidman
Find Me the Votes: A Hard-Charging Georgia Prosecutor, a Rogue President, and the Plot to Steal an American Election by Michael Isikoff, Daniel Klaidman
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From veteran award-winning investigative journalists Michael Isikoff and Daniel Klaidman, the epic inside story of the prosecution of a president.
In Find Me the Votes, two years of immersive reporting by Isikoff and Klaidman has produced the most authoritative and dramatic account yet of a defeated president’s conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election and how a local Georgia prosecutor—a da...2024-01-3139 min
Bourbon and BreakthroughsEP 017: Breakthroughs from Training with Mark Willis, CEO of Keller WilliamsAlthough there won’t be any sharing of bourbon on today’s episode, you’ll walk away with valuable insights as we focus solely on some of the epic breakthroughs from Chris’ recent trip to Texas. Chris spent two days in training with the CEO of Keller Williams Realty, Mark Willis, and one of their other top leaders Melanie Kennemann, who is on their executive leadership team. In no particular order, Chris takes listeners through several key breakthroughs he walked away with from his time at the Leverage Series. He unpacks a few noteworthy quotes by Mark Willis, why he loves...2024-01-3038 min
Freelancer Training on How to Find Direct ClientsEp 49. 🎙️ The Business of You — A Conversation with Chris Ducker on Personal Branding, Virtual Teams & Expert EntrepreneurshipSend us a textThis week, I had the immense pleasure of interviewing my own business mentor and a global authority on personal branding and virtual team building: Chris Ducker.Chris is a serial entrepreneur, international keynote speaker, and the bestselling author of Virtual Freedom and Rise of the Youpreneur. Based in Cambridge, England, he runs several successful ventures including:💼 Youpreneur.com — a personal brand education company🔍 VirtualStaffFinder.com — a leading VA recruitment platformChris has been a trusted mentor to entrepreneurs worldwide2024-01-1734 min
AlumlessCampaign readiness and fundraising innovations with Carla WillisIn this week's episode of Alumless, we sat down with Carla Willis, Principal at Washburn & McGoldrick LLC. We discussed with Carla what it takes to be successful at consulting in educational advancement. Carla also shared her thoughts on campaigns and why it feels like colleges and universities are always in campaign mode.
Carla detailed her perspective on HBCUs and how their history has shaped approaches to advancement. Enjoy this wide-ranging convo and more with our colleague, Carla Willis.
Thanks to our sponsoring partner, Protopia, for their support. Listeners should check out their AI-driven solution to...2023-11-131h 07The Consumer Finance PodcastLitigating Elder Financial Exploitation Cases: Defending Banks in a Tough SpotJoin Troutman Pepper Partners Chris Willis, Mary Zinsner, and Dave Gettings for an in-depth discussion about litigating elder financial exploitation cases. Elder abuse and financial exploitation of the elderly are increasing problems in our society, and financial institutions are right in the thick of it. Chris, Mary, and Dave discuss trends in elder fraud litigation, offering insights on the common themes and defenses that financial institutions have in these cases.
2023-10-1917 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastDecember 1st Deadline to Adopt Executive Compensation Clawback PoliciesJoin Troutman Pepper Partners Chris Willis and Sheri Adler as they dive into the new requirement for publicly traded companies (including financial services companies) to adopt a clawback policy requiring the recoupment of erroneously awarded incentive compensation by December 1, 2023. Chris and Sheri discuss many facets of the rules and what steps companies can take to ensure compliance, including:Which companies are subject to the new rules?Who must the policy cover?What compensation is covered?What amount is recoverable?What triggers a clawback?May the compensation committee exercise discretion as to whether or not to pursue a clawback...2023-10-1225 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastUpdate on the CFPB's Section 1071 Final RulePlease join Troutman Pepper Partner Chris Willis and his colleagues Lori Sommerfield and Joe Reilly for an important update on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) new small business lending data collection and reporting final rule — the Section 1071 Final Rule. On July 31, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction enjoining the CFPB from implementing and enforcing the Final Rule against members of the American Bankers Association, Texas Bankers Association, and a Texas bank. Chris, Lori, and Joe discuss who benefits from the injunction and what it means for those who do no...2023-08-3121 min
The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate InvestingReserving Funds with Life Insurance, with Mark WillisMark Willis, CFP® is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you will not outlive. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in safe and predictable...2023-08-0923 min
Podcast UFO568. Chris BledsoeGuest, Chris Bledsoe is featured in this evening's (August 1st) Beyond Skinwalker Ranch, on HISTORY Channel, 10/9c. Chris discusses what happened during his first encounter in 2007, and how things have been documented over the years, and scientific study of his uncanny ability to summon something unknown. If you want to listen commercial free for $2 or more per month click HERE SHOW NOTESBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/podcast-ufo--5922140/support.2023-08-0251 minPodcast UFO564. Chris StylesChris Styles as he discusses his new long researched book,Sweep Clear 5: NATO's UFO Encounter. After deep research, Chris concludes that there are two separate incidents that are in general conflated as one.Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/MartinWillisPodcastUFOShow Notes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/podcast-ufo--5922140/support.2023-07-041h 19The Consumer Finance PodcastThe Future of Chevron DeferencePlease join Troutman Pepper Partners Chris Willis and Misha Tseytlin as they discuss the Supreme Court's recent decision to review Loper Bright Enterprises v. Sec. of Commerce, which will consider the question of whether to overrule Chevron deference for agency interpretations of statutes. Chris and Misha discuss what may happen if Chevron deference is overruled, either in whole or in part, including how this may affect pending lower court cases, the potential impact on future Administrative Procedure Act cases, and the implications for agency rulemakings that may have relied on Chevron deference when promulgated.
2023-06-2915 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastCFPB's War on Junk FeesPlease join Troutman Pepper Partners Chris Willis and Jason Cover as they discuss the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) recent special edition Supervisory Highlights focused on “junk fees.” Chris and Jason dive into the report and talk about how this fits into the CFPB’s broader initiative on junk fees, what exactly constitutes a junk fee, the types of fees the CFPB identifies as problematic, if this means that creditors can’t charge any of these fees, and steps to take to mitigate risk when imposing fees.
2023-06-0817 min
The Training Table2. Jason Willis - Presidential Traverse RecapWe invited special guest Jason Willis on the show to talk about his recent attempt at doing the Presidential Traverse with Chris. The Presi Traverse is a series of mountains in New Hampshire that the pair attempted to do within one day, but were met with temperatures as low as 10 degrees and wind gusts up to 70 mph in the middle of May. Needless to say, they didn't quite make all seven summits, but did come away with some good stories. 2023-05-2559 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastCFPB's Policy Statement on Abusiveness (Part 2)Please join Troutman Pepper Partner Chris Willis and his colleagues Stefanie Jackman, Caleb Rosenberg, and Chris Capurso for the second installment of our special two-part series about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) recent policy statement on abusiveness. In Part 2, the panel discusses specific examples cited in the policy statement, as well as lessons learned about what constitutes abusiveness and what doesn't from the CFPB's perspective.CFS Partner Stefanie Jackman devotes her practice to assisting financial services institutions facing state and federal government investigations and examinations, counseling them on complex compliance issues, as well as defending them...2023-05-2535 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastSEC Record Retention Enforcement ActionsPlease join Troutman Pepper Partners Chris Willis and Kim Phan for an in-depth discussion about the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC's) recent record retention enforcement actions. Chris and Kim explore the uptick in enforcement actions over the last year, the claims made in these cases, the SEC-imposed requirements and penalties on these companies, what we can expect going forward from the financial services regulators, and what financial institutions should do now to get ahead of these types of enforcement actions.Privacy + Cyber Partner Kim Phan focuses her practice on providing guidance to clients on regulatory compliance matters...2023-05-1117 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastNew Trends in How the CFPB Gathers InformationPlease join Troutman Pepper Partner Chris Willis for a solo episode as he discusses new trends in CFPB information gathering, specifically Dodd-Frank Act Section 1022 found in the rulemaking and market monitoring section of the CFPB’s authority. Here, Chris examines how the CFPB can request and require certain information from market participants, noting the significant increase in recent CFPB Section 1022 requests, while also discussing industry implications of this emerging trend.
2023-03-3012 minThe Consumer Finance Podcast2022 Year in Review and Look Ahead Crossover With FCRA FocusPlease join Consumer Financial Services Partner Chris Willis in this inaugural crossover episode with Partner Dave Gettings of FCRA Focus in welcoming their guests and fellow Partners Cindy Hanson and David Anthony. Dave, Chris, Cindy, and David unite to discuss the 2022 year in review of the Fair Credit Reporting Act and a look ahead for the next year.Cindy Hanson focuses her practice on class-action defense and has practiced FCRA litigation for over 25 years. She has handled more than a thousand matters under the FCRA and also brings significant experience representing companies defending class actions under consumer...2023-02-1728 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastSettlement Agreement Update Between the DOJ and MetaPlease join Troutman Pepper Partner Chris Willis for this solo episode as he reviews the settlement between the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Meta Platforms, Inc. related to online targeted advertising.Chris digs into DOJ's complaint, alleging that Meta allowed its advertisers to use user's characteristics, such as race, color, religion, sex, and more, to determine which Facebook users would be eligible to receive certain housing ads. He also discusses the June 27, 2022 preliminary settlement that resolved allegations against Facebook, as well as the most recent January 9 settlement and its implications for financial services companies advertising...2023-01-1916 min
Chris Burke - In The MixChris Burke - In The Mix #088Chris Burke - In The Mix #0881. Future Class, CMC$ - Afterglow (feat. Felix Samuel)2. Lucas & Steve - Lions Roar (feat. Philip Strand)3. TELYKast - Body To Body4. Otto Knows - Randomize5. Mahalo, DLMT - Body Love6. Nervo - Is Someone Looking for Me (feat. Ace Paloma)7. Madism - All For You8. NOME. - On My Mind9. Loud Luxury, Hook N Sling - Afterparty10. David Guetta, Cedric Gervais, Chris Willis - Would I Lie To You (Cash Cash Remix)2022-12-081h 02
Serious CoinHow to Be Cyber-Security Smart with Chris WalkerCould the security cameras that guard your home increase your vulnerability to a cyber-attack? Why are high-net-worth individuals more at risk of being hacked than the average person? What can you do to protect yourself even if -- especially if -- you are not technically savvy?
In this episode, we’re talking Cyber-Security with Chris Walker, Senior Manager of the Forensic Technology Practice at KPMG.
When my husband and I decided to be proactive about understanding our own online risks and security gaps, we turned to Chris and his team to conduct a cyber-health check-up. In...2022-11-1631 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastAG’s Office Sues Automobile Dealership for Pricing DiscriminationPlease join Consumer Financial Services Partner Chris Willis and his colleagues Stefanie Jackman and Chris Carlson as they discuss the recent action by the Massachusetts attorney general (AG) involving automobile dealer pricing discrimination. After a Massachusetts-based automobile dealer allegedly engaged in discriminatory pricing toward Black and Hispanic automobile customers via additional charges for "add-on" products, the AG's office acted. Listen as Chris, Stefanie, and Chris dive deeper into the case and what it could mean for automobile dealers in the future.Consumer Financial Services Partner Stefanie Jackman devotes her practice to assisting financial services institutions facing state...2022-11-1517 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastFTC Consent Order With Auto Dealer and Proposed RulePlease join Troutman Pepper Partner Chris Willis and his guest and colleague Brooke Conkle as they discuss the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent consent order with Passport Auto Group. The FTC alleged Passport violated the law in three areas: Passport had a practice of marking up fees from the advertised price; Passport had a discretionary markup practice that caused Black and Latino customers to pay higher fees; and it charged Black and Latino customers additional fees for markups for extra services. The consent order requires Passport to pay $3.38 million, with the FTC redistributing the money to affected customers. Ch...2022-11-0316 min
Not My First GuessStartup wrecks, smarter fundraising, and rattling the accelerator model, Chris Howard, founder of the RattleMeet serial entrepreneur, angel investor, musician, physicist and self-professed big geek Chris Howard!Chris has raised millions in investment for his own startups, taught entrepreneurship by giving founders £100 and a raspberry pie, and started to invent an "anti-accelerator" at his new startup, The Rattle. In this episode Chris shares: How he wrecked his first startup after raising $2.2m for it, by ignoring product market fit3 questions every prospective founder should ask themselves (in the voice of batman)The difference between market and invention led entrepreneurshipTips on how to reach out to investors and what to...2022-09-2759 minThe Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate InvestingFight Back Against Inflation, with Mark WillisMark Willis, CFP® is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you will not outlive. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in safe and predictable...2022-09-1414 min
How Long Gone384. - Scout WillisScout Willis is a musician from Los Angeles and the daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore. We chat about housemade smoothies, some US Open predictions, Strokes show scene report, Scout is zooming in from a yacht in Greece, following the Matthew McConaughey gospel, abusing the Erewhon app, Chris’ concept of abundance, a drug-free vision quest, working with a pleasure coach, her boyfriend is a saint, what instruments we play in the band called “life,” growing up with a bunch of famous sisters, getting blacked out drunk at Chateau Marmont as a child, why she had to stop smoking weed...2022-08-311h 08
The Football History DudeFHD VAULT: Chris Willis (Head Archivist at NFL Films) Shares Stories from His Career (Part 2)
The Football History Dude is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.NETWORK SPONSORSRow One - the vintage shop for sports history fans!EPISODE SUMMARYLast week we had Chris Willis on to share some stories about his newest book (Bronko Nagurski: The Legendary Story of the NFL's Greatest Two-Way Fullback) and the listeners couldn't get enough of Chris, so I figured we'd dive into the FHD Vault and listen to the first time I had Chris on the show.THE FOOTBALL HISTORY D...2022-08-1831 min
The Football History DudeFHD VAULT: Chris Willis (Head Archivist at NFL Films) Shares Stories from His Career (Part 1)
The Football History Dude is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.NETWORK SPONSORSRow One - the vintage shop for sports history fans!EPISODE SUMMARYLast week we had Chris Willis on to share some stories about his newest book (Bronko Nagurski: The Legendary Story of the NFL's Greatest Two-Way Fullback) and the listeners couldn't get enough of Chris, so I figured we'd dive into the FHD Vault and listen to the first time I had Chris on the show.THE FOOTBALL HISTORY D...2022-08-1733 min
The Football History DudeChris Willis: NFL Films Head Archivist Talks Bronko Nagurski
The Football History Dude is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.NETWORK SPONSORSRow One - the vintage shop for sports history fans!EPISODE SUMMARYThis week I talk to Chris Willis about his latest book, Bronko Nagurski: The Legendary Story of the Greatest Two-Way Fullback.Bronko Nagurski is one of the names most often referred to on the Sports History Network when it comes to the yesteryear of the gridiron. I even highlighted Bronko in my 7th episode of the podcast, way b...2022-08-1054 min
Two Song PodcastEpisode 111 - "I Think I Like When It Rains" by WillisMusic podcast hosted by brothers, Chris and Cam Willis based on a simple thesis that there are only two categories of songs; love songs and fight songs.Chris and Cam test this thesis against songs you've definitely heard and some you probably haven't. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don't. Often times they surprise themselves.You won't find two brothers that love music or each other more than these two. Come for the music, stay for the family and friendship.Start your own podcast and get a $20 Amazon gift card! Use the link below.2022-07-2249 min
Inbound Back OfficeE245: The Importance of Content Governance (Chris Willis - Acrolinx)As agency owners, we all work with a variety of clients with a variety of brand and messaging guidelines. The process of getting one piece of content out can take weeks to months from initial write up, reviews, edits, etc... This creates issues where content isn't ready by the time the client needed it. Or perhaps stresses out your teams to work in hyperdrive to get it done on time and up to the clients standards.What if there was an easier way to filter content through a set of guidelines and automate the process?Good...2022-07-2229 min
Unsubscribed!#40 How to make the most of Marketo, ft. Chris WillisIf you’re in marketing ops, and you’re on LinkedIn, you’ve almost certainly heard of Chris Willis. His thought leadership pieces are fabled. Chris is a Marketo Champion and Senior Marketing Operations Manager at Trimble, a company that specializes in connecting data, people, and processes across a range of industries, from construction to agriculture. One of his goals is to help marketers leverage tools and processes that drive return on investment. In this episode of Unsubscribed! Podcast, Chris chats to Pierce about his experiences, experimentations, and how he makes the most of Marketo email using Knak.
In t...2022-07-0548 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastState Attorneys General Call on Financial Giants to Eliminate Overdraft FeesPlease join Troutman Pepper Partner Chris Willis and guests Troutman Pepper Associates Chris Carlson and Susan Nikdel as they discuss the multistate coalition of state attorneys general calling on many of the nation's largest banks to eliminate overdraft fees. The conversation focuses on what was done, which state attorneys general participated, the current controversy surrounding overdraft fees, and several key takeaways for the industry going forward.As a member of the firm's Regulatory Investigations, Strategy + Enforcement (RISE) Practice Group, Chris Carlson represents clients in regulatory, civil, and criminal investigations and litigation. As a member of the firm's...2022-06-1614 minThe Consumer Finance PodcastA Conversation with Francis Creighton of the Consumer Data Industry AssociationJoin Troutman Pepper Partner Chris Willis and his guest Francis Creighton of the Consumer Data Industry Association (CDIA) for a conversation about recent developments in credit reporting. Chris and Francis discuss the recent CFPB announcement about reporting medical debts on credit bureau reports, as well as the problematic impact on the credit reporting ecosystem caused by credit repair organizations. Francis is president and CEO of the CDIA. He has served in a number of roles in government and in the private sector. Recognized as a "Top Lobbyist" by The Hill newspaper, Francis has appeared in many national and international...2022-06-0924 min
Musicians Tip Jar37. Co-writing for Placements with Guest Daphne Willis (PART 2)Welcome to Musicians Tip Jar where we talk about musicians and money. Here we remind ourselves that there is no I in wealth, but there is a WE. I’m your host Chris Webb joined by my co-host, and the guy who once dropped me in a trust fall exercise, Dave Tamkin.Today we are finishing our interview with Daphne Willis and discussing what to do with your songs and how to squeeze the most out of your asset“Songwriting is an art unto itself, not to be confused with performing” -Jo Safford“Co-writing is the k...2022-04-1233 minMusicians Tip Jar36. Co-write your way into the Music Business with Guest Daphne WillisThis episode we were privileged to have the super talented Daphne Willis on to talk about getting the most out of songwriting, co-writing and how to turn those songs into assets with placements and sync licensing. Roots Music Project . Com believes in the power of music to make the world a better place. They empower artists, audiences and venues to connect and create a thriving and inspiring local music scene. Connecting Musicians, Venues and Fans. They are musicians, venue-owners and fans. Check out Rootsmusicproject.com located in Boulder, CO. Quote:“The Rule of Songwriting: say wh...2022-04-0552 min
Mixed ThoughtsFor our Kids- Oscar ResponseFelt to give a response about the Oscar’s and the Will Smith, Chris Rock event. Just giving a different take and my thoughts.2022-03-2918 min
Life is a Ride---Overcoming Huge Challenges in Unconventional WaysInterview with Brad Willis (Bhava Ram), Author of "Warrior Pose: How Yoga (Literally) Saved My Life"Episode 4: Chris interviews Brad Willis, author of "Warrior Pose: How Yoga (Literally) Saved My Life". Brad was diagnosed with terminal/4th stage throat cancer over 20 years ago. Through yoga, meditation, dietary changes, love, connection and purpose, Brad found a way to not just survive but thrive in his life. Brad's book can be found at: Warrior Pose: How Yoga (Literally) Saved My Life https://www.amazon.com/dp/1937856690/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_H2NTMHBFN8NW96F3NT04 My book: Life i...2022-03-1220 minTwo Song PodcastEpisode 92 - "What Would You Do?" by City High (with guest Heather Willis)Music podcast hosted by brothers, Chris and Cam Willis based on a simple thesis that there are only two categories of songs; love songs and fight songs.Chris and Cam test this thesis against songs you've definitely heard and some you probably haven't. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don't. Often times they surprise themselves.You won't find two brothers that love music or each other more than these two. Come for the music, stay for the family and friendship.Start your own podcast and get a $20 Amazon gift card! Use the link below.2022-02-2553 minTwo Song PodcastEpisode 90 - "I Still Ain't Over You" by Augustana (with guest Cassidy Willis)Music podcast hosted by brothers, Chris and Cam Willis based on a simple thesis that there are only two categories of songs; love songs and fight songs.Chris and Cam test this thesis against songs you've definitely heard and some you probably haven't. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don't. Often times they surprise themselves.You won't find two brothers that love music or each other more than these two. Come for the music, stay for the family and friendship.Start your own podcast and get a $20 Amazon gift card! Use the link below.2022-02-1253 min
ProfoundProfound - Dr Deming - S2 E3 - Chris Roberts - The Hacker MentalityChris Roberts is my guest on this episode. I have had the privilege of getting to know him over the past few years. I find him fascinating to talk with. Chris describes himself as a ... Hacker, InfoSec, Safety, Cyberstuff Researcher, Advisor, @Hacknotcrime henchman, and various other names in the technical world. Chris serves as a vCISO or advisor for several entities worldwide. We discuss his background and how our industry may have lost its soul. This episode is definitely worth listening to. Chris can be found at the following places:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidragon1/2022-01-3041 min
Sports Jersey Dispatch: Presented by Pigskin DispatchThe Top Players in NFL History to Wear Number 26 With Chris Willis!In this episode: Author and NFL Films Library head Chris Willis helps us find the greatest players that wore the number 26 in the NFL's history! Some of the outstanding books Chris has authored include: Come join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website to see even more Positive football news! Sign up to get daily football history headlines in your email inbox @ Email-subscriberGo to SportsHistoryNetwork.com/Row1 for access to the full Row One catalog for gallery prints and gift items. Plus, get a 15% discount off all prints on the Row One Pictorem Gallery with c...2021-12-0248 min
Retro Time // A Software PodcastContent Governance: This ain’t no democracy! with Chris WillisThis week our heroes talk with content governance expert Chris Willis, CMO @ Acrolinx. Chris offers some tips on how to keep your brand's tone and voice consistent throughout the product lifecycle.
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Performance DeliveredChris Willis | Leverage Expansion Marketing for Greater SalesDon’t overlook the importance of investing in your expansion sales pipeline. New business is important for any company, but conversion rates are often low and closing timelines can be drawn out. Expanding business with existing clients is key to growth, and it requires its own set of considerations and tactics. In this episode, Chris Willis gives a comprehensive guide to expansion marketing. The CMO at AI content analytics firm Acrolinx, Chris has over 20 years of experience growing tech companies and has focused on optimizing marketing for expan...2021-11-0328 min
PixelSplittersIATSE Strike, Chris Pratt is... Mario? and the Elder Generation of AuteursBlackjack!
Pixelsplitters reaches big episode 21! This week we are taking a serious look at the potential upcoming IATSE Strike, which could change production as we know it. Also on the totally same level...Chris Pratt is playing Mario...? And Josh and Willis stand in awe of the elder generation of film-making auteurs who are still making epic movies in their twilight years.
Pixelsplitters is a conversation podcast that explores the film and tv news of the week, with a healthy dash of video tech news sprinkled in. Tune in weekly and nerd out with us. 2021-09-301h 03The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate InvestingWealth Building Strategies, with Mark WillisMark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in...2021-08-2725 min
The Good Listening To Show: Stories of Distinction & Genius64 Welcome To The Clearing: The Cave Man - Dick Willis! (UKHR)Send us a textWelcome to Episode 10 of "The Good Listening To Show" on UK Health Radio: "Your Life & Times With Me Chris Grimes!" continues!Please welcome "The Cave Man" himself - Dick Willis! In this wonderful conversation we talk about his life-long passion for all things subterranean and a love of Caving - and he describes himself as 'blundering through life but generally coming up smelling of roses!'And unsurprisingly his "Clearing" is the entrance to a particular tunnel complex - the Clear Water Caves in Thailand.2021-08-2247 minTwo Song PodcastEpisode 66 - Six Degrees of Chris Thile Special EpisodeMusic podcast hosted by brothers, Chris and Cam Willis based on a simple thesis that there are only two categories of songs; love songs and fight songs.Chris and Cam test this thesis against songs you've definitely heard and some you probably haven't. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don't. Often times they surprise themselves.You won't find two brothers that love music or each other more than these two. Come for the music, stay for the family and friendship.Start your own podcast and get a $20 Amazon gift card! Use the link below.2021-08-2151 min
Dead Men TalkS3E03 - 'The Greatest Story Never Told' with Jonathan Willis & Chris Harris, the founders of the 'House Of Frankenstein' experienceYou'd be hard-pushed to find anyone who hasn't at least heard of 'Frankenstein', quite possibly the most well-known gothic horror tale in the world and what is also heralded as the first-ever science fiction story. But how much do you know about the 'story behind the story', and in particular about Mary Shelley herself?
In this episode, Chris has the honour of chatting to Chris Harris and Jonathan Willis, the founders of the all-new immersive experience 'House of Frankenstein', situated in Bath. The first of its kind, 'House of Frankenstein' sheds a whole new light on the...2021-08-1540 min
Gridiron America RadioFrom the 55 Yard Line- Symbiosis of Football Literature and Film With Chris WillisFor those of us over a certain age, who have loved professional football, be it in Canada or America, we have come to it through two primary means- books and film. For those of who truly love books we have gained a deeper understanding of the game through the words and literary artistry of writers like Chris Willis, who is the resident historian at NFL Films, where he oversees all aspects of research for the company and their producers. In 2002 he was nominated for an Emmy for his work on the HBO documentary- The Game of Their Lives: Pro F...2021-07-231h 19
Replay It, From the 55 YardlineSymbiosis of Football Literature and Film With Chris WillisFor those of us over a certain age, who have loved professional football, be it in Canada or America, we have come to it through two primary means- books and film. For those of who truly love books we have gained a deeper understanding of the game through the words and literary artistry of writers like Chris Willis, who is the resident historian at NFL Films, where he oversees all aspects of research for the company and their producers. In 2002 he was nominated for an Emmy for his work on the HBO documentary- The Game of Their Lives: Pro...2021-07-211h 21
Book SpectrumS2 E09 - Julie Willis: Conceal RevealDid you know the U.S. Military's technical and defensive capabilities are not exactly up to the level it should be? Why would that be? Did you also know there are a lot of business opportunities for entrepreneurs to work with the Defense Department? This week on Book Spectrum, Julie Willis, CEO of DEFIANT Communication and author of Conceal Reveal: The Space between Entrepreneurs and the Defense Industry, discusses both aspects of military contracting: the opportunities and where national defense is lacking when it should not be,Willis reveals the dysfunctionality of military modernization and the environment built...2021-04-3022 min
Planting Seeds TV8. Successfully Building A Small Business (feat. Willis Wolf)Forget the "Wolf of Wall Street" and meet the REAL Wolf, Willis Wolf, that is. Chris talks shop with a fellow small-business builder, the GROWTH GURU. With over 40 years as a business owner, Willis has made waves as a small-business owner of several successful companies. We're still shocked that Chris was able to convince Willis to share some of his most valuable success secrets with you for free! CHASING PROGRESS, NOT PERFECTION.2021-04-1046 min
Main Street Sports Today Special GuestsBrad Willis, Tennessee Sports Hall of FameChris and Maurice visit with Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director Brad Willis about their 2021 class. Visit tshf.net for more info!2021-04-0821 min
Main Street Sports Today 2nd HalfThursday, April 8: Brad Willis (TSHOF), Braves, Titans, PredsChris and Maurice visit with Tennessee Sports HOF Executive Director Brad Willis about their 2021 class. Braves, Titans and Preds news all covered.2021-04-0851 minThe Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate InvestingBetter Than a 401k, with Mark WillisMark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in...2021-03-2629 min
Football Is FamilyInterview with NFL Films' Chris WillisFootball Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.NFL Films has influenced thousands of NFL fans from the moment Ed Sabol first recorded the 1962 NFL Championship game until now. When you watch a NFL Films' presentation, you see the love and devotion they have for the game and preserving its history.In this episode of the Football is Family podcast, we talk to Chris Willis- a man who has dedicated his life to preserving and presenting football history to those of us who love the...2021-03-0430 min
We Run ThisEpisode #34: Nick Willis tells us how he's run a sub-4 every year FOR THE LAST 19 YEARSOur guest on the show this week is New Zealand middle-distance runner, Nick Willis.
Willis is the only two-time Olympic medalist for New Zealand in the 1500 meters. Willis won the silver medal at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing and bronze at the 2016 Olympics in Rio.
The 37-year-old Kiwi also holds another amazing record. He’s run a sub-4:00 mile every year for the last 19 years.
Willis talks to us about breaking the record, when the record came on his radar, when he started running, competing in the Olympics, and his occasional love of packing on p...2021-02-2450 min
The Future of BizTechWrite Better Content For Your Brand, Faster - Chris Willis, CMO of AcrolinxChris Willis, the CMO of Acrolinx, joins us for episode 6 of The Future of BizTech podcast. In the words of Willis, Acrolinx is, "[an] AI-powered platform that essentially delivers content governance that enables the world's biggest, most valuable brands to write better content faster by aligning all of their writers with the company's strategic content guidelines at scale." Learn out more about Acrolinx at: https://www.acrolinx.com/Find Chris Willis on LinkedIn: here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpwillis/_____J.C. Granger is the founder and CEO of In...2020-12-1631 min
The Victor Brooks ShowThe Victor Brooks Show Episode 44 Chris WillisMake no mistake: You know and love the voice—and it belongs to Chris Willis. At once soulful and gritty, Willis’ voice has fueled numerous dance and top 40 pop hits, including the 2007 charttopper, “Love Is Gone,” which dominated charts around the world, and “Everytime We Touch,” a Top 10 European smash earlier this year. In a world of sound-alike dance divas, Willis is that rare male vocalist doing dance music successfully. But the man does more than sing. He’s an accomplished producer and stellar songwriter.2020-11-0559 min
The Mystic Millionaire Podcast49. World-Renowned Singer-Songwriter, Chris Willis on Faith & MindfulnessOne-time gospel singer Chris Willis is best known as the powerful voice and song writer behind the majority of French producer David Guetta's chart-topping club anthems. Born and raised in Dayton, OH, Willis began singing in a quartet with his brothers and sisters at his local church. After graduating from college, he toured with a gospel group that performed hundreds of gigs across California and contributed to the popular compilation Handel's Messiah: A Soulful Celebration. In 1996, he released his self-titled debut album, a collection of self-penned spiritual songs, which earned a nomination for Best R&B Album at the...2020-10-2339 minTwo Song PodcastEpisode 22 - "Starting Over" by Chris StapletonMusic podcast hosted by brothers, Chris and Cam Willis based on a simple thesis that there are only two categories of songs; love songs and fight songs.Chris and Cam test this thesis against songs you've definitely heard and some you probably haven't. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don't. Often times they surprise themselves.You won't find two brothers that love music or each other more than these two. Come for the music, stay for the family and friendship.Start your own podcast and get a $20 Amazon gift card! Use the...2020-09-1141 min
Investor Connect PodcastInvestor Connect - 420 - Chris Willis & Will Garner of Latitude Consultancy Ltd.In this episode, Hall welcomes Chris Willis, Managing Director, Government Advisory & Programme Delivery, and Will Garner, U.S. Immigration Lawyer and Strategic Partner at Latitude Consultancy Limited. Latitude's team of specialists offers leading insight and expertise to investors who are prepared to make an important economic contribution to gain residency or citizenship privileges in a selected country. They also provide government advisory services, helping nations to create residency and citizenship-by-investment programs that attract this privileged segment of the world population to their shores. Their internationally recognized team have over 100 years of combined experience in the Investment Migration industry. An unrivaled...2020-08-2622 min
Always Another Adventure29. Chris Pountney & Dea Jacobson. Cycling the world, twiceChris Pountney set out to circumnavigate the planet by bicycle and boat, avoiding all motorised vehicles and aircraft. When he was forced into a car on a border crossing, he started the circumnavigation again, eventually going around twice. Along the way he was joined by Dea Jacobson and they both join me for this podcast. Chris has written two excellent books about this adventure, and I really do mean excellent. That's why I tracked him down for a chat.The booksWebsite and blogIf you enjoy this podcast, please support the hosting cos...2020-07-0941 min