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Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonDon't Die: The Wild Origins of Uncharted Supply Co.Today's guest is Christian Schauf—founder and CEO of Uncharted Supply Co., and a man who’s made it his mission to help people be ready for anything.From backcountry emergency's, to winter storms, or a breakdown miles from help, Christian believes everyone deserves the confidence and gear to face the unexpected. That’s what led him to build Uncharted—a brand known for its no-nonsense survival systems, first aid kits, power gear, and go bags that are as intuitive as they are tough.Christian’s story isn’t just about gear—it’s also about values. Ra...2025-07-221h 09
Campaign Trend PodcastWhy Local Campaigns Need Better Tech Tools – Ron Nehring (Leadership Institute)In this episode of Campaign Trend, host Eric Wilson sits down with Ron Nehring, Director of International Programs at the Leadership Institute and former national spokesman for Ted Cruz's 2016 presidential campaign, to discuss the critical gaps in campaign technology for down-ballot races.Nehring outlines five key challenges facing campaign tech developers: building affordable message testing tools for local campaigns, segmenting voters by engagement level using the "core vs. crowd" framework, translating digital insights into analog strategy, creating better feedback loops to replace unreliable polling, and developing tools that challenge prevailing political narratives.The conversation reveals...2025-07-1627 minCampaign Trend PodcastThe ROI of Political Design with Shane Helm (RightPixel)How does visual design influence voter behavior and campaign effectiveness? In this episode of Campaign Trend, host Eric Wilson speaks with Shane Helm, founder of RightPixel, about the critical role of design in political campaigns. They explore why campaigns often shortchange the design process, the importance of designing for voters rather than candidates or spouses, and how red, white, and blue still outperform trendy color schemes with American audiences. The conversation covers measuring ROI on design investments, incorporating AI tools like Midjourney for image creation while avoiding AI logo generators, and the growing need to design for short-form video...2025-07-0225 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonThe Shot Yoda: Joel Turner Gets In Your Head Ep.50Today’s guest is Joel Turner — founder of Shot IQ and one of the most respected voices in the world of archery and shot control. But this episode goes far beyond just hitting your mark with a bow or rifle. Joel shares the mindset and language that elite performers tap into, including a behind-the-scenes story of how he helped the Philadelphia Phillies coaching staff unlock a new level of focus ( this is wild and it’s pretty early in the podcast ) — using the same techniques he teaches hunters and competitive shooters.We dive into the mental me...2025-07-011h 10
Campaign Trend PodcastHow Corporate America Learned to Navigate Trump 2.0 - Alex Conant (Firehouse Strategies)How has corporate America's approach to Washington changed between Trump's first and second administrations? In this episode of Campaign Trend, host Eric Wilson speaks with Alex Conant, partner and co-founder of Firehouse Strategies, about the evolution from companies hiding behind trade associations to direct CEO engagement with the White House. They discuss the shifting role of lobbyists versus public affairs professionals, how companies are building broader coalitions of allies rather than relying solely on traditional lobbying, and the impact of AI on advocacy campaigns. The conversation also covers the continued importance of mainstream media in setting agendas and essential...2025-06-1821 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonUnlock Your Rut: Using Fawn Data to Find Mature BucksToday’s guest is Brandon Barlow. Brandon is a passionate hunter and outdoorsman hunting public land in central North Carolina. He has built a reputation for blending deep field experience with data-driven strategies. In this episode, we dive into topics like the 70 rule and how understanding fawning and deer behavior patterns can help you identify areas to target Big Rut Bucks. Brandon has dialed this system in to where the majority of his buck harvests require only 1-3 times on stand.Brandon and I discuss how he uses data and trail cam insights to shape hi...2025-06-171h 06Campaign Trend PodcastInfluencer Marketing in Political Campaigns – Courtney Weaver (IMGE)Courtney Weaver, Executive VP at IMGE, cuts through the hype around influencer marketing in political campaigns. Discover why influencers aren't just celebrities with massive followings - they're trusted voices like teachers, veterans, and mom bloggers who've built authentic relationships with niche audiences.In this conversation with host Eric Wilson, learn practical strategies for incorporating user-generated content into your paid media mix, why you can't skip traditional digital advertising, and how campaigns of all sizes can leverage this relationship-based approach. Wilson and Weaver explore everything from ballot initiatives to local races, delivering actionable insights on budgeting, platform selection...2025-06-0422 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonElk Prep, Plains Whitetail Tactics, & E-Scouting Travel HuntsToday’s guest is K.C. Smith — a bowhunter, storyteller, and one of the voices behind The Element. K.C. and his co-host Tyler Jones have built a loyal following by documenting their hunts on public land, offering real strategies, and keeping things honest and relatable. In this episode, we dig into what K.C.’s doing to get ready for elk season this fall, how he breaks down plains-state whitetail hunts, and the role e-scouting plays when you’re traveling out of state. We also get into arrow setups — the trend away from heavy towards li...2025-06-031h 12Campaign Trend PodcastThe Risks of Rushing to Regulate AI – Jordi Calvet-Bademunt (The Future of Free Speech)Jordi Calvet-Bademunt, a senior research fellow at The Future of Free Speech and visiting scholar at Vanderbilt University, joins Eric Wilson to discuss AI regulations and their potential unintended consequences for free speech. In this eye-opening conversation, Calvet-Bademunt reveals how the anticipated wave of AI-generated deepfakes during the 2024 elections failed to materialize despite widespread panic from global institutions and media.The episode explores why AI is being treated differently than previous communication technologies, examines the risks of overly broad regulations, and highlights how both government policies and corporate self-censorship could threaten political discourse. Calvet-Bademunt shares surprising research...2025-05-2121 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonSave Your Kids from Our Failing School System w/ Matt Beaudreau of ApogeeToday’s guest is Matt Beaudreau — a nationally recognized voice in education and youth leadership, and one of the most innovative minds redefining how we prepare the next generation. With a background in public speaking, school leadership, and mentorship, Matt is the co-founder of Apogee Strong — a powerful movement and mentorship program designed to equip young men with the values of discipline, responsibility, and purpose.But Apogee is more than a message — it’s a growing educational model. This fall, over 150 Apogee campuses across the country will be open, offering a bold alternative to traditional schooling. Alongside these phys...2025-05-201h 14
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonRecreational Land: How To Find & Acquire It w/ Jake HoferToday’s guest knows that the most valuable asset you can own isn’t in the bank — it’s under your boots. Jake Hofer is a land specialist, investor, and lifelong whitetail hunter who’s made it his mission to help others unlock the power of land ownership. As host of the Land Podcast and a key player at LandProz, Jake brings a rare blend of hands-on hunting knowledge and real estate expertise. From buying your first 40 acres to managing habitat for target bucks, Jake is here to break down what it...2025-05-051h 05
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonA Small Parcel Hunt Breakdown & Scent Control Essentials w/ JJ DukartKilling MATURE BUCKS on small tracts of land is a special skill set and when you get a chance to talk to someone who has it dialed, you stop and listen. JJ Dukart is a whitetail specialist —consistently killing mature bucks on small parcels where precision is everything. With a relentless focus on scent control, access, and patterning individual deer, JJ hunts with surgical discipline. Every stand, every wind, every entry route is calculated, because on tight ground, one mistake can blow the whole season. We dove deep into JJ’s...2025-04-151h 09
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonCorey "Overtime" Anderson - Bows, Belts, & BucksCorey “Overtime” Anderson is known worldwide for his toughness inside the cage—but behind the fighter is a diehard bowhunter with a deep-rooted passion for archery. Corey find peace in the woods with a bow in hand, displaying the patience, discipline, and precision that both hunting and fighting demand. Today, he's not only chasing big whitetails across the country—he's teaching the craft of archery to thousands through his YouTube channel, helping new and seasoned shooters alike sharpen their skills and grow their confidence behind the string.Whether it's tuning a bow, break...2025-04-0151 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonStrike w Precision Around Buck BeddingI hear a lot of guys talk about getting in CLOSE to BUCK BEDDING, but Johnny Stewart is one of the first I have had on the podcast that makes a living with this strategy. We discussed the imperatives around how to scout areas to put yourself in a position to get in tight and kill a buck close to his bedding area.Johnny is a seasoned public land whitetail hunter with over 30 years of experience. His deep understanding of mature whitetails and their adaptability in heavily hunted environments has earned him a respected p...2025-03-181h 13
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonArchery Elk: Locating Non-Vocal Elk & Tag Strategy 2025Ever hear the old saying “You can’t kill elk if you can’t find elk?” After 7 days in Colorado hunting public land last year, it resonates with me on a different level. Archery elk hunting takes a different combination of skills and knowledge vs. chasing whitetail. You have to get up close and personal from the ground to be able to harvest that bull you dream of all spring and summer.Cody and I took a deep dive on many of the specific scenarios we face when trying to locate elk. Knowing how to work in...2025-03-041h 09
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonTravel Scouting & Putting Big Bucks on The Ground w/ Andy MayEver wonder how guys like Andy can take a 2-3 day trip and still put a HUGE BUCK or BULL ON THE GROUND ? Me too …. so in this episode I really dialed in with Andy how he prepares for different terrain areas based on the states he travels to. Including …. Timber Country Agriculture Country / Midwest Hill Country like PA, West Virginia, Southern Ohio Plains StatesWe also talked about the fundamentals that put big bucks on the ground that so many of us tend to forget as we progress as hunters. We finish...2025-02-181h 39
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonCooking Wild Game Like a Boss w/ The Flip Flop GuyWhen I got on the pod w/ Andy Moeckel I knew we were going to talk about how to cook wild-game in a way that was brand new to me ( and that sounds insanely good ) , but didn’t know what an accomplished hunter Andy is. I am looking forward to trying his method this week at Sorinex Outdoors Winterstrong event. I think the best way to summarize the Flip-Flop is to take it straight from Andy’s website. Enjoy the podcast.
“This all starts with my grandfather, Al Giddings and I guess the best place to...2025-02-0446 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonSpartan Forge AI Changes the GameSpartan Forge is not just a mapping software.... it is an entire hunt planning system driven by data powered AI. After you hear from Bill, you are going to look at Spartan Forge very differently than you look at your other mapping and hunt planning apps.
Bill Thompson is a retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 with a history of working in the government’s most technologically advanced specialized units and organizations. He utilized this tech prowess to create software that allows big and small game tracking with advanced planning, mapping, and AI for hunters.
Our conversation went deep into how Bi...2025-01-181h 18
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonBrandon Lilly: We All Need a TribeWe all want to climb the mountain but what happens when you get there and realize all the things you thought you would find at the top are missing ?
Brandon Lilly is a world champion powerlifter and accomplished traditional bow hunter who can answer this question. At one point Brandon could bench press over 800 lbs and squat over 1,000 lbs. Those are insane amounts of weight and Brandon was one of the best. However, he found that his pursuit of these records left him self-focused and feeling empty and alone.
It wasn't until Brandon faced a career-ending injury that he...2024-12-271h 04
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonBrandon Lilly: We All Need a TribeWe all want to climb the mountain but what happens when you get there and realize all the things you thought you would find at the top are missing ?
Brandon Lilly is a world champion powerlifter and accomplished traditional bow hunter who can answer this question. At one point Brandon could bench press over 800 lbs and squat over 1,000 lbs. Those are insane amounts of weight and Brandon was one of the best. However, he found that his pursuit of these records left him self-focused and feeling empty and alone.
It wasn't until Brandon faced a career-ending injury that he...2024-12-271h 01
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonLow Density & Out of State Buck Strategies w/ Clint CampbellClint Campbell is the host of the Truth from The Stand podcast. With over 400 Episodes, Clint has engaged with some of the best big buck killers in the country.
We spent a lot of our time discussing the unique challenges/solutions involved in hunting LOW-DENSITY deer areas as well as strategies that can better help you tackle your OUT-OF-STATE hunts.
Clint spent this past season chasing a monster in his home state of PA, spending over 30 days in his truck/trailer chasing this 200 plus giant, only to find out the buck had been found dead...2024-12-121h 06
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonFilming The Best Hunters In The World & Their Secrets to SuccessNock On TV, The Crush with Lee & Tiffany Lakowski, Black Rifle Coffee Company, & Bass Pro Shops. What do all top these brands have in common? Caleb Copeland and his company are behind the look & feel of their films and creative media.
An accomplished hunter himself, Caleb has had the opportunity to be on some of the biggest hunts with some of the best hunters in the world. I asked him the top 3 Do’s and Don’ts he’s picked up from his clients.
We also discussed what it takes for self-filmers to do it right as we...2024-11-261h 06
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonBear Handlon: Veterans Day & Born Primitive Gives BackBear & discussed a number of exciting things for Born Primitive in 2025 but first and foremost focused on the companies commitment to veteran causes and specifically their medical debt initiative for veterans.
In 2024 Born Primitive has paid off $2.5 million in Veteran medical bill debt. This Veterans Day Weekend, Born Primitive is pledging ALL PROFITS from bornprimitive.com to reach their goal of paying off $5 million in total Veteran medical bill debt by Veterans Day.
The Freedom Capsule just launched on November 1 and includes two new patriotic Savage 1 color-ways, the Betsy Ross and Don't Tread On Me editions. This launch pays...2024-11-0956 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonSmall Parcel Strategies for Whitetail“About 15 years ago, I stopped hunting deer (plural) and started hunting specific, individual deer. With few bucks surviving to an age where they became distinguishable, I focused on one specific deer, mostly because I didn't have any other options. I could have a wall full of 140 class bucks, but I chose quality over quantity and was willing to eat my tag just for the chance to chase a true giant the following season.
For my first few years of this quest, I found myself on the verge of success, but failed to execute. I worked harder, and asked more quest...2024-10-271h 12
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonPivot In-Season to Find Your Target Buck Drake Deerman is a humble killer from the great state of Alabama. He travels the southeast and the midwest chasing giant whitetails and is pretty darn good at it. I usually write up a bio and summary but I think Drake’s Instagram post sums this story up pretty well. We dive deep into how the whole thing went down and there are a lot of great lessons to learn here. Enjoy
“Words can never truly describe the roller coaster of emotions that led to harvesting, and putting my hands on this deer.
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Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonCliff Gray Debriefs My 1st DIY Elk HuntI am extremely thankful to Cliff Gray for conducting this interview and helping me debrief this hunt. I believe it turned out much better than if I had try to do it on my own. Cliff is an amazing man & helped me a ton in preparation for this hunt.
For this episode, my Instagram post just a few days after I returned from this hunt is probably the best way to introduce it. I will leave it there and hope you all enjoy.
IG Post Dated September 11, 2024
It wa...2024-09-241h 35
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonMobile Mentality & Timber Tactics for Archery Elk HuntingHeath Hansen has been chasing elk since he can remember. While there are many people right now who are chasing the sexy "get as deep as you can into the backcountry" trend, we discussed the positives of staying mobile when you are hunting a new area and specific tactics around hunting thick timber.
A native of Montana, Heath is an accomplished hunter and has a special affinity for chasing big game with the bow. Heath obsesses over the details of the hunt and targeting older age bulls.
Heath just got back from an antelope hunt that was cut short...2024-08-2751 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonHunting Swamps, Rut Stands, & Asio UpdatesHunting swamps isn't discussed much on podcasts, but if you hunt whitetail in the South or in low-lying areas of the midwest it is can be a huge opportunity for your to nab those crafty, mature bucks.
Joe Miles is the host of the Mission Whitetail Podcast, the founder of Asio Gear, and one of the best whitetail hunters I know. Talking with him for an hour is like a masterclass in whitetail hunting.
Joe & I discussed strategy around swamps as well as what you should be doing right now to get your rut stands re...2024-08-0956 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonEssential Survival Skills w/ Kevin EstelaKevin describes his father and grandfathers experience escaping to a cave during WW II to avoid the Japanese Imperial Army and how that shaped the arc of his fathers life, and in turn, presented Kevin with the opportunities he has today to educate all of us in essential survival and bushcraft skills.
Kevin Estela is a Multi-Media Content Creator. Podcast Host, Blog Writer, Guest Speaker, Film Presenter, and regularly featured Subject Matter Expert in bushcraft skills.
He is a Professional Educator and published Writer working for Fieldcraft Survival and the TOA Group. Kevin is the Best-selling Author of "101 Skills...2024-07-2758 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonKyle Thompson: Unapologetically UndauntedIf you are a Christ follower but tired of the milquetoast journey that many churches today are offering, this one is for you. Kyle Thompson is willing to let that arrow fly straight and true.
During our conversation Kyle and I discussed many issues that most pastors won’t go near; such as the lack of true masculinity in the Church, supposed “toxic” masculinity in culture, how to defeat pro-abortion arguments, wokeness and cancel culture, more.
If you are a father or mother, this episode is especially poignant as we also talked about how to prepare your children for secular messaging...2024-06-2753 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonJack Carr - Red Sky Mourning on the HorizonJack & I dive into the new book including a nod to The Hunt for Red October and a long pro-log that kicks off the novel.
We discuss artificial intelligence, the autonomous nature of some warfare platfors, quantum computing, passive targeting, hypersonic missiles, and the return of Alice in Red Sky Mourning.
Our conversation covered a number of topics including
A new character in Red Sky Mourning
The truth about technology & Social Media
Development of James Reece’s character & how he is similar to all of us
Reece’s trek through Siberia in Savage Son
Some of Jack’s favorite characters
A few of Jacks...2024-06-0749 min
Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonShawn Melland is Chasing GiantsShawn Melland grabbed the cover of Eastmans’ Bowhunting Journal this past issue and when I heard he was going to be in town for Summer Strong 17 over at Sorinex HQ this week, I convinced him to jump across the lake and join me in the studio.
I am often intrigued about the drive that causes folks from small places to make big footprints in the world. Shawn is a man leaving big footprints.
From a small town in western North Dakota, where there were more cattle than people, Shawn Melland has become one of the most formidable elk hunters in Mont...2024-05-231h 12Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonThe Fight to Save the Hunt: Dan Gates w/ C.R.W.M.Dan Gates is the chair of the Colorado Wildlife Council, the face of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, C.R.W.M., and is a staunch advocate for the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation model. Dan is fighting daily against groups like PITA and other politically motivated organizations who are targeting our wildlife with activism that damages our wildlife ecosystem as well as our way of life as hunters.
You can find Dan & C.R.W.M. on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/c.r.w.m/ and visit their website to DONATE to the cause and help save our...2024-05-0959 minDo Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonThe Code of The West: Chris Hunt Tells the StoryChris Hunt is telling a story ..... and people are listening. His Instagram account The Code of the West has rocketed from 5K followers in February to almost 88K at the time of this posting.
Our conversation started as the genesis of COTW but it didn't take long for two guys who love literature and thinkers to start nerding out on Carl Jung. We talked about some of his painful personal history and explored how freeing himself from the restrictions of analysis has allowed him to regain the artistry of storytelling. In a way, while creating a new journey for all...2024-04-241h 12Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonThe Pirate of the West: Cliff Gray2 minutes and you will know why I call Cliff the Pirate. He's a laid back dude who jumps between spear fishing in Puerto Rico & big game hunting the west.
We had a great conversation discussing his episode on Joe Rogan, his rise to You Tube sex symbol, and his transition from being a guide business owner to his new venture in 1 on 1 hunting camps for hunters trying to shorten the learning curve out west.
After a short stint as a financial trader, Cliff left the corporate world to found and operate some of the largest and most remote wilderness outfitting b...2024-04-091h 06Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonThe Bugler - Dirk DurhamA native of Idaho, he has spent his life perfecting his craft and chasing screaming bulls with great success. Dirk is also the marketing manager for Phelps Game Calls, co-host of the Cutting the Distance Podcast, and creates all of the amazing films you see on his own You Tube Channel. His latest, Ghost Bulls of the North, is a great watch.
While we do talk bugling in this episode, the initial part of our conversation focused around the evolution of wolves in Idaho, how they were introduced, how they have evolved, and the impact they have had on the...2024-03-261h 04Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonRidgeline Athlete - Performance Training for the BackcountryAdrian Guyer is a full time performance coach with a passion for the outdoors. He is the owner and founder of Xtra Innings Performance, a private training facility located in the northeast kingdom of VT.
15+ years of experience as a strength coach, speaker, writer, and consultant in the world athletic performance has allowed him the opportunity to workwith over a thousand different athletes of almost every sport and discipline, many of which are backcountry athletes.
When Adrian is not training athletes he is logging miles in the backcountry tracking whitetails, casting to trout and salmon, hunting grouse or pheasant with his Wi...2024-03-121h 09Do Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonA Bowhunters 1st Season: My Wins & Losses18 months ago I sat at a table with Bert Sorin listening to him discuss bowhunting whitetail. I have spent the majority of my last 30 years on a football field in the fall but know that in the fall of 2023 I would not be coaching and that the 2022 season might be my last. I was wondering what I was going to do with my time. A mutual friend introduced me to Bert and I asked him to lunch knowing he was an avid hunter.
As he showed me the Huntstand app and discussed hunting strategy, my mind was spinning 100 miles an...2024-03-0639 minCampaign Trend PodcastKey Takeaways From Virginia's 2023 Elections – Survey WebinarToday we’re sharing the audio from a recent webinar hosted by the Center for Campaign Innovation discussing the 2023 Virginia Post Election Survey they did with the State Government Leadership Foundation. The full survey, including the slides referenced in the discussion are available at the link in our show notes. The webinar was moderated by Eric Wilson and participants were David Kanevsky from 3D Strategic Research and Peter Barnes from the State Government Leadership Foundation, co-sponsor of the survey.Our discussion focuses on three main highlights from the poll: the perception of the abortion debate in...2024-02-0745 min
IBF On DemandDecoding BizML: A Candid Talk with Eric SiegelIn this riveting episode, I sit down with bestselling author and predictive analytics luminary, Eric Siegel. Our discussion unravels the mysteries of his latest book, "The AI Playbook," and takes a no-holds-barred dive into the world of AI. We debunk fallacies, explore the evolving landscape of machine learning, and share insights on why mastering the art is as much about process as it is about technology. Get ready for an honest, entertaining, and enlightening conversation that challenges the way we perceive and navigate the buzzword BIZ ML. Support the showTo sign up for regular u...2024-02-0533 minDo Not Go Quietly w/ Eric WilsonTrail Kreitzer: Western Hunting for RookiesIf you are new to the Western Hunting game this episode is for you.
Trail Kreitzer a legitimate backcountry hunter and one hell of a guy. He is one of the go-to sources of information for Western Big Game Hunting in print and on social media.
As a member of the Go Hunt team, he is a host of the Big Hunt Guys Podcast, an author of numerous hunting strategy articles, and is featured each year in a number of the professionally created Go Hunt films.
Trail frequently discusses his passion for Elk hunting on the Go Hunt podcast and...2024-02-031h 10IBF On DemandIs AI Breeding Mediocrity in Supply Chain?IBF's Thought Leader Eric Wilson dives into AI in Supply ChainIBF OnDemand is sponsored by Arkieva-Drive real business transformation by improving your supply chain planning processes. Tailored specifically to you, whether you’re running an enterprise organization or a small business.Support the showTo sign up for regular updates and the latest research, events, articles, podcasts and more from the Institute of Business Forecasting & Training, visit www.ibf.org2023-06-2619 minCampaign Trend PodcastInnovating in the Halls of Power – Caleb Smith (Office of the Speaker)In this episode of the Business of Politics Show, host Eric Wilson is joined by Caleb Smith, the Digital Communications Director for the Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy. Caleb discusses the critical role technology plays in political communication, emphasizing the importance of audience engagement and adaptability in messaging. He talks about the challenges of staying up-to-date with emerging social platforms and expresses enthusiasm for the potential of Virtual Reality (VR) in political storytelling. The conversation also delves into the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in content creation, with a focus on both the efficiencies i...2023-06-2130 minCampaign Trend PodcastHow Campaigns Are Using AI For Copywriting & Creative – Brian Athey (Push Digital)In this episode of the Business of Politics Show, host Eric Wilson engages in a conversation with Brian Athey, Chief Creative Officer at Push Digital, a renowned digital agency in Republican politics. The discussion revolves around the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in the creative realm of politics. Brian shares concrete examples of how AI is currently being employed for various campaign creative tasks, and explores the potential of AI in scaling ideas and accelerating productivity. The episode delves into the limitations of AI in graphic design tasks and emphasizes the importance of human creativity and authenticity in political...2023-06-0729 minIBF On DemandRightsizing Your Inventory Levels: Getting it RightIBF's Director of Thought Leadership Eric Wilson looks at all of the factors that you need to consider to balance and optimize your inventory levels, especially after Covid and other outlying events that could affect your forecasting.Support the showTo sign up for regular updates and the latest research, events, articles, podcasts and more from the Institute of Business Forecasting & Training, visit www.ibf.org2023-06-0229 minIBF On DemandFinding the Value of Data ScienceLessons For Recent Graduates: Berkeley MBA Students Capstone ProjectHosted by Eric Wilson, CPF is the Director of Thought Leadership at The Institute of Business Forecasting (IBF), a post he assumed after leading the planning functions at Escalade Sports, Tempur Sealy and Berry Plastics. In 2016, he received the IBF Excellence in Business Forecasting & Planning award. Eric is the author of 'Predictive Analytics for Business Forecasting'. He is an IBF Advanced Certified Professional Forecaster (ACPF).ABOUT IBFThe Institute of Business Forecasting & Planning (IBF)-est. 1982, is a membership organization recognized worldwide for fostering...2023-05-1532 min
Bob 'n Joyce Talk HR 'n ODA Great DEI Conversation with Eric WatsonEric Watson is an expert helping organizations become more diverse, inclusive and equal. Eric offers his perspective on where we have been and have evolved in DEI work. Eric reflected on diversity training in organizations since the death of George Floyd.
He also touched on the following topics:
What is working and what may be causing more harm than good in the DEI space.
How diversity work has changed over the last 20 years?
What DEI interventions have stood the test of time?
What is the best way to “measure” DEI progress in an organization?
What every new...2023-03-1746 minCampaign Trend PodcastEmbracing Cryptocurrency Voters – Tyler Whirty (HODLpac)Today we’re talking with Tyler Whirty (@twhirty_), founder of HODLpac, a PAC for crypto voters that is also a crypto-native organization and community governed. Don’t worry if you don’t know what some of these words mean, we dive into more about the organization, what crypto voters want, and a quick intro to the industry. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit BusinessOfPoliticsPodcast.com to learn more.Subscribe on YouTube...2022-09-2128 minCampaign Trend PodcastThe People Who Make Politics Happen – Daniel Laurison (Swarthmore College)Daniel Laurison is an associate professor of sociology at Swarthmore College, the associate editor of the British Journal of Sociology and a Carnegie Fellow. He researches and writes on social class and political inequality. He’s out with a new book that I’ve really enjoyed reading called Producing Politics: Inside The Exclusive Campaign World Where the Privileged Few Shape Politics For All Of Us. We talk about his own campaign experiences, what he learned from his research, and how campaigns can become more effective organizations. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wils...2022-08-2431 minCampaign Trend PodcastVoter Data As A Utility – Jon Black (Data Trust)Today we’re joined by Jon Black, CEO of Data Trust, the leading provider of voter and electoral data to Republican and conservative campaigns, parties, and advocacy organizations. Prior to taking the helm at Data Trust, Jon worked with the Republican National Committee as a Regional Political Director and Director of Turnout & Targeting. In our conversation, we discuss the unique role Data Trust plays in the GOP ecosystem, the challenges of maintaining a national voter file, and what data he looks to for campaign decision making.The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wi...2022-08-1026 minCampaign Trend PodcastTraining For Political Campaigns – Stephen Rowe (Leadership Institute)Our guest today is Stephen Rowe, Director of Digital Training at the Leadership Institute. The Leadership Institute is the premier training organization on the Right and Stephen runs their online training. He’s trained more than 18,000 activists both online and off. In our conversation today, we learn more about LI’s approach to training, why it’s essential for effective operatives to grow their skills, and how to find the right training. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republi...2022-08-0325 minCampaign Trend PodcastKnowing What's On Every Ballot – Alex Niemczewski (BallotReady)Alex Niemczewski is the CEO of BallotReady, an online voter guide to local elections. They’re building the infrastructure for voters to be informed in every election that matters to them. BallotReady is venture back and has raised nearly $3 million to date. In our conversation today, we discuss the challenge of collecting election data, how Alex educates investors about the industry, and how BallotReady stays nonpartisan.The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit St...2022-07-2722 minCampaign Trend PodcastHow To Survive Crises In Business And Politics – Wesley Donehue (Push Digital)Today we’re speaking with Wesley Donehue, founder of Push Digital and the Laurens Group. He works with candidates, political committees, issue advocacy groups, and corporations on crisis communications, brand reputations, and digital strategy. Wesley is the author of the just released book Under Fire: 13 Rules for Surviving Cancel Culture and Other Crises.The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit StartupCaucus.com to learn more.Subscribe on YouTube: Visit th...2022-07-2029 minCampaign Trend PodcastHow Startup Caucus Helps Entrepreneurs Succeed (Audio Diary)Every startup comes with unique challenges, but campaign tech startups must overcome the added difficulty of the politics of politics. We built Startup Caucus to help entrepreneurs overcome these barriers more effectively, efficiently, and affordably to fast-track innovation into the field to help Republicans win more elections. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit StartupCaucus.com to learn more.Subscribe on YouTube: Visit the Campaign Trend Website: Follow us...2022-07-1310 minCampaign Trend PodcastTraining Artificial Intelligence To Monitor Local Government – Jeremy Becker (Cloverleaf AI)Jeremy Becker joins us on the show today. He’s the co-founder and CEO of Cloverleaf AI. Their product helps customers access local government meetings virtually and create actionable insights based on the data collected. In our conversation we discuss why Jeremy chose this space, how the Techstars accelerator helped his company and what has surprised him about the political industry. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit StartupCaucus.com to learn more....2022-06-2926 minCampaign Trend PodcastBringing Presidential Campaign-style Tech Down Ballot – Brad Parscale (Campaign Nucleus)Brad Parscale is our guest today. He’s the founder of Campaign Nucleus, a software platform to help campaigns break down data silos and connect with other apps in the campaign tech ecosystem. He was an integral part of the campaign team that helped Donald Trump win in 2016 and he was campaign manager for the re-election campaign for more than two years. In our conversation today, we discuss the reason campaigns face data silos and why breaking them down is so important, how he's making the switch to building a product business, and what he thinks Republicans ne...2022-06-2237 minCampaign Trend PodcastGetting Inside Voters' Heads – Rich Thau (Engagious)Today we’re joined by Rich Thau, president of Engagious, a leader in dial test focus groups that shape messaging and strategy around corporate and issue advocacy projects. For the last 20 years, Rich has been in the room helping clients test, refine, and improve the content they create to persuade voters, customers, viewers, and even jurors. In our conversation today, we discuss the dial testing process, what swing voters think, and how to ask better questions. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fu...2022-06-1531 minCampaign Trend PodcastSocial Media & Politics Podcast: Political Tech Incubators in American Digital CampaigningI recently joined Michael Bossetta on the Social Media & Politics Podcast to discuss Startup Caucus and the role of technology in U.S. politics. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit StartupCaucus.com to learn more.Subscribe on YouTube: Visit the Campaign Trend Website: Follow us on X Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our Newsletter Become a Campaign Trend Insider2022-06-0134 minCampaign Trend PodcastBuilding An MVP With Low-Code Tools – Jonathan Gallegos (GOP Jobs)Our guest today is Jonathan Gallegos, founder of GOP Jobs, a curated job board of the best jobs and freelancers in conservative and right-leaning politics. Before founding GOP Jobs, Jonathan worked in the White House as Director of Digital Content. He has experience from Capitol Hill and corporate America.The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit StartupCaucus.com to learn more.Subscribe on YouTube: Visit the Campaign Trend Website: 2022-05-2529 minCampaign Trend PodcastHow To Run A Data-Driven Super PAC – Luke Thompson (Cerberus Strategies)Today we’re speaking with Luke Thompson, co-founder of Cerberus Strategies. He’s a political strategist with a deep background in data. Luke has done work for the NRSC, the Jeb Bush Super PAC, and Applecart. In our conversation we dive into his latest campaign in the Ohio GOP Senate primary, how he approaches decision making, and the ways he thinks technology is shifting politics.A mole hunt, a secret website and Peter Thiel's big risk: How J.D. Vance won his primary (Politico.com) @ltthompso (Twitter.com)The Business of Po...2022-05-1848 minCampaign Trend PodcastBuilding Campaign Software That Works For Everyone – Drew Ryun (Campaign Sidekick)Drew Ryun is the founder and CEO of Campaign Sidekick, a voter contact app used by campaigns across the country to reach voters via phone, at doors, and text messages. Drew has a long history of working in campaigns both as an operative and as an entrepreneur. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit StartupCaucus.com to learn more.Subscribe on YouTube: Visit the Campaign Trend Website: ...2022-05-1130 minCampaign Trend PodcastAutomated Content Recognition: TV Watches Back – Adam Meldrum (AdVictory)Today we’re joined by Adam Meldrum, President of AdVictory, a political media buying and audience intelligence firm. Adam has worked on a ton of campaigns including Nancy Mace for Congress, Ben Sasse for Senate, Bill Lee for Governor and a number of party committees and PACs. In our conversation we talk about the new technology he’s excited to put to work in campaigns, how he stays at the cutting edge, and how to sell innovation in the Republican party. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of St...2022-05-0425 minCampaign Trend PodcastAgenda-Driving Political Reporting – Alex Isenstadt (Politico)Our guest today is Alex Isenstadt, National Political Reporter at Politico where he’s been since 2008. His coverage is must-read for anyone following the inner-workings of national politics. On today’s show we discuss how the media interacts with campaigns, how he develops his professional relationships, and what the digital disruption of politics means for media.The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology.Visit StartupCaucus.com to learn more.Subscribe on YouTube: Visi...2022-04-2724 minCampaign Trend PodcastFrom Campaigns To Techstars – Arielle McKenzie (Grasshopper)Our guest today is Arielle McKenzie, co-founder & CEO of Grasshopper, a startup in the education technology space focused on enrichment for kids that’s backed by Techstars, but before that, Arielle and I worked together on the 2016 Rubio for President Campaign. In our conversation today, we talk about how Arielle’s sojourn through politics prepared her for becoming an entrepreneur and how she’s using those skills to overcome challenges in her current startup.The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incuba...2022-04-2026 minCampaign Trend PodcastProtecting Campaigns & Vendors From Cyber Attacks – Michael Kaiser (Defending Digital Campaigns)Today we’re speaking with Michael Kaiser, an expert in cybersecurity and privacy. He’s the President and CEO of Defending Digital Campaigns, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that provides access to cybersecurity products, software and training to campaigns. We discuss the reasons campaigns are targets for cyber attacks, the unique arrangement that allows DDC to provide these services for free, and how to drive culture changes around technology. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an investment fund and incubator for Republican campaign technology....2022-04-1324 minCampaign Trend PodcastThe Startup Skills Campaigns Teach – Steve Johnston (Flexpoint Media)Today we’re joined by Steve Johnston, Chief Operating Officer of Flexpoint Media, we recently welcomed Kegan Beran, the co-founder of Flexpoint Media on the show and you can go listen to that episode to learn more about what they’re working on. Steve’s career has taken him from Capitol Hill and Wharton Business School to Google and yCombinator. In our conversation today we learn how those experiences have shaped his perspectives on both business and politics.The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an inv...2022-04-0624 minCampaign Trend PodcastStartup Lessons From A 3X Political Entrepreneur – Sara Fagen (Tunnl)Our guest today is Sara Fagen, Founder & CEO of Tunnl, a data intelligence company powering brand, purpose-driven, and issue advocacy efforts. Sara is also the cofounder of Resonate and Deep Root Analytics. She was Deputy Assistant to the President & Director of Political Affairs for President George W. Bush and served as Senior Strategist for Bush-Cheney 04. In today’s conversation, we discuss her journey to entrepreneurship, the evolving roll of data, and advice for balancing multiple projects at once. The Business of Politics Show, hosted by Eric Wilson, is a production of Startup Caucus, an...2022-03-3027 min