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Ears to ItEars to ItWe Visited All 4 Disney World Parks in 1 DayNick and Erik are back from a whirlwind trip to Walt Disney World and Universal’s EPIC Universe, and trust—they’ve got stories. From rope drop to fireworks, caffeine highs to cosmic lows, your favorite theme park GBFFs are recapping every magical (and messy) moment.They spill on standout rides & attractions like Flight of Passage, the revamped Little Mermaid show, and Hollywood Studios’ new Villains spectacular. Plus, Epcot eats, Magic Kingdom moments, and the underrated joy of closing down a park at night.Was Universal’s EPIC Universe everything it promised to be? Did Disney del...2025-06-3052 minEars to ItEars to ItEverything We Loved (and Didn't) at Universal's EPIC Universe🚀 Buckle up, besties—it’s time for a full, unfiltered breakdown of Universal’s EPIC Universe, fresh off our trip! In this episode of Ears to It!, Erik and Nick take you from Celestial Park to Super Nintendo World and everywhere in between.They’re sharing everything you need to know:✨ The immersive magic of Monsters Unchained🍽️ The surprising highlights (and lowlights) of dining at Epic🎢 The thrills of Super Nintendo World🧙‍♂️ Why Harry Potter fans will lose their minds🙃 And yes… the vibe check on guest experience vs DisneyThis is more than just a trip recap...2025-06-1656 minLocation 1980 PodcastLocation 1980 PodcastBy Flesh and Wall: The Relentless Drive to Make Art with Nick StilesTonight the guys sit down with Nick Stiles, a longtime enthusiast and participant at the studio. Nick is an immensely skilled painter who works strongly in the domains of fantasy, darkness, and imagination. Especially notable is his talent with the figure, long understood as the pinnacle of practice in art: training to render the human form trains one to render anything. He also has several large, public murals to his credit, and recently gave a four-part figure drawing course here at Location 1980.Nick's LinksNick Stiles ArtInsta: NickStilesArt2025-06-111h 11Ears to ItEars to ItLIVE from Walt Disney World🎧 LIVE from Walt Disney World—it’s an extra-special episode of Ears to It! coming to you straight from the Most Magical (and mildly motion-sick) Place on Earth!In this chaotic recap, Erik and Nick break down their whirlwind 48-hour theme park marathon across Walt Disney World and Universal’s EPIC Universe. From ride reveals and new shows to unexpected highs, lows, and hilariously queasy moments, this theme park sprint had it all.They’re Drinking or Dragging every moment—from character encounters and immersive lands to some less-than-magical hiccups. Plus, they tease what’s coming next: a...2025-06-1122 minEars to ItEars to ItBONUS EPISODE: Happy Pride, Labubu!Nick and Erik are serving pure joy in this colorful, chaotic bonus episode of Ears to It! 🌈 From the glittery streets of the Gayborhood Pride celebrations to the lovable chaos of their new Labubu keychains, your favorite GBFFs are unboxing joy—literally and emotionally.They break down what makes these quirky plush creatures the internet’s newest obsession, reflect on the power of community, and share their excitement for their next big Disney trip (👀 there’s an announcement you do not want to miss at the end!).It’s all about friendship, celebration, and embracing what sparks jo...2025-06-0325 minEars to ItEars to ItDisney's Live Action Lilo & Stitch: Glow-Up or Let-Down?In this heartfelt (and slightly chaotic) episode of Ears to It!, Nick and Erik dive deep into Disney’s new live-action Lilo & Stitch remake. From emotional reactions to the revamped character arcs—especially Nani’s—to critiques of the CGI (👀 Stitch and Jumba, we’re looking at you), your favorite theme park besties are breaking it all down.They discuss how the film balances humor, nostalgia, and updated storytelling, and explore what this remake means for the future of Disney adaptations. You’ll also hear hot takes on Disney’s obsession with Stitch in the parks, how influencer review...2025-05-2746 minEars to ItEars to It"We're Going to Disney World!"In this jam-packed episode of Ears to It™, Nick and Erik are serving life updates, Disney news, and a surprise announcement you won’t want to miss. From Nick’s big move and upcoming Pride Month vibes to hot takes on Disney’s latest Pride collection, it’s time to catch-up with your favorite theme park besties.They dive into updates on the Disney Abu Dhabi project, Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration, and the official opening of Universal’s Epic Universe. Plus: Memorial Day weekend plans, the Cowboy Carter Tour, and their next magical adventure together.💫 Spoiler al...2025-05-2042 minEars to ItEars to ItDisney Abu Dhabi: Do or Don't?Disney just announced a brand-new theme park in Abu Dhabi—and Nick and Erik have thoughts. Your GBFFs break down the strategy behind Disney’s expansion into the UAE, from its futuristic design and gamified rides to the global business motivations driving the move.They explore the cultural and political implications of building a Disney park in a region with restrictive LGBTQ+ laws and examine the timing of Disney’s messaging (👀 hello, Pride Month). What does this mean for international tourists, queer fans, and the future of Disney as a global brand?Expect sass, smarts, and a sin...2025-05-1256 minEars to ItEars to ItEpic Universe Preview: The Good, the Bad, and the StinkyNick and Erik are back with an honest, hilarious, and sometimes stinky review of Universal’s brand new EPIC Universe theme park! 🎢✨From the jaw-dropping lands of Super Nintendo World and the new Wizarding World expansion to the less-than-magical guest services and... an unforgettable sewage smell (yes, really), this episode dives deep into the good, bad, and bizarre of theme park experiences. Erik shares his firsthand impressions of the immersive attractions, Mario Kart madness, and whether Epic Universe is ready to compete with Disney.Whether you're planning your next visit to Universal or just love hearing...2025-05-051h 04Ears to ItEars to ItGirl, the Tariffs! Disney Parks' Future in QuestionNick and Erik are back and catching up on everything from birthday celebrations to moving chaos—and a major Disney trip countdown! 🎉🏰This week, the GBFFs dive deep into the surprising economic shifts happening at Disney Parks. With new tariffs looming and Disney possibly slashing its massive $60 billion investment plan in half, what does this mean for the future of the parks? Will expansions like Magic Kingdom’s new lands survive the cuts? And how are rising ticket prices and sneaky discount models changing the guest experience?We’re breaking down:Disney’s updated “Impac...2025-04-2844 minEars to ItEars to ItHersheypark Adventures: Coasters, Chocolate & ChaosIt’s a sugar rush of an episode, babes! 🍭 Your theme park BFFs Nick and Erik are fresh off a sweet and slightly chaotic trip to Hersheypark—and they’ve got stories. From moving mayhem (including a literal chocolate flood 😅) to ride breakdowns and holiday event hype, this episode is packed with theme park gossip, nostalgia, and laughs.Expect:Our favorite coasters and snacks at Hersheypark 🍫🎢What makes the park a hidden gem (especially at Halloween & the holidays)How it stacks up to Disney and Universal parksAnd a few wild mishaps a...2025-04-2330 minEars to ItEars to ItGagachella Bonus Ep: Lady Gaga’s Coachella Comeback Stuns!Gagachella is real and we’re still emotionally recovering. 😭✨ In this week’s episode, your GBFFs Nick and Erik dive into the artistry, drama, and iconic fashion of Lady Gaga’s Coachella performance—a masterclass in theatrical pop. From surprise song choices to jaw-dropping visuals, we’re unpacking every moment that had us screaming, crying, and saying “Mother Monster!”🎁 This is a special bonus mini-episode—shorter than our usual yap-fest, but packed with all the gay chaos you crave!2025-04-1727 minEars to ItEars to ItEPIC Universe vs. Disney: The Future of Theme Parks & EntertainmentNick and Erik are back and ready to spill some tea—all about the latest major theme park shakeups! 💅🎉 In this episode, your GBFFs dive into the immersive magic behind Universal’s upcoming EPIC Universe—including that mind-blowing Harry Potter land. ✨We break down what Universal is getting right (ride innovations, theming, character experiences) and ask the big question: how will Disney respond? From new attractions to the future of immersive storytelling and guest experience—your favorite pop culture nerds are analyzing it all.Plus, we’re talking the highly anticipated Wicked trailer, the jaw-dropping White Lotus finale...2025-04-0855 minEars to ItEars to ItAries Season Chaos: Pop Music Drops, Theme Park Hype & More!Aries season is in full swing, and your GBFs are bringing the heat! 🔥 Nick’s birthday week is packed with pop culture mayhem—Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine (Deluxe), Miley Cyrus dropping new music on Nick’s birthday (fate?!), and Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball presale madness. 🎶✨Meanwhile, the theme park world is buzzing! EPIC Universe is getting glowing reviews just 50 days from opening, Wicked: For Good teased us with a poster (where’s that CinemaCon trailer?!), and Disney is rolling out new entertainment—with Villains and The Little Mermaid shows at Hollywood Studios, Star Wars: Shadows of Memory at Disneylan...2025-04-011h 01Ears to ItEars to ItDisney’s Snow White Live Action: Fairest of them All or a Total Flop?Heigh ho! Fresh from the theater, your GBFs Nick and Erik are breaking down Disney’s Snow White live-action remake. So, magic mirror on the wall—was this movie fairest of them all, or did we bite into a poison apple? We’ve got thoughts, we’ve got opinions, and we’re not whistling while we work through this one. Tune in for the tea, the shade, and maybe even a happily ever after (but don’t count on it).2025-03-2457 minEars to ItEars to ItMarch Madness: Ranking EVERY Disney Live Action MovieMarch Madness? More like Mayhem! Your GBFs Erik and Nick are hosting the ultimate Disney live action showdown, ranking EVERY Disney live action movie in honor of Snow White dropping this week! From beloved classics to questionable remakes, which film will come out on top? Tune in to find out—and be sure to follow along for more sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic!2025-03-171h 09The Nick D Podcast on Radio MisfitsThe Nick D Podcast on Radio MisfitsNick D – Erik & Steve, Movie Reviews, SXSW, and Really Weird WordsNick shares details about his upcoming book, 40 Years 40 Films, a celebration of his four decades as a professional movie critic. Film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy join the podcast to review new releases, including the spy thriller Black Bag and the dark comedies Opus and Novocaine. Erik also reports back from the 2025 SXSW Film Festival in Austin, where he caught some of the most talked-about films. Later, Esmeralda Leon and Nick answer a listener email, chat about food shows, and explore some of the weirdest words in the English language—like bumfuzzle, taradiddle, and bu...2025-03-141h 42Ears to ItEars to ItGaga’s Mayhem is Here: Track by Track Breakdown of LG7Lady Gaga is BACK, and Mayhem has us in a chokehold! 🎤🔥 Your GBFs Erik and Nick are breaking down LG7 track by track (with maybe a little singing along 👀). Plus, we’re spilling the latest tea on Disney Parks previews, Epic Universe updates, and more! Tune in for all the sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic! 🎧✨2025-03-101h 01Ears to ItEars to ItOscars, Flops & a Wicked SlayThe Academy Awards delivered a Wicked performance for the ages—and a whole lot of flops after that. 🫠 From shocking snubs to that Traitors cliffhanger, plus the latest Disney+ tea and the countdown to Mayhem, your GBFs Erik & Nick are spilling it all! Grab your popcorn, darlings, because this one’s a ride. 🎙️✨ Tune in now for sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic!2025-03-0455 minSmall Lake CitySmall Lake CityS1, E76: Urban Hill - Nick ZoccoStep into the culinary world of Salt Lake City with Executive Chef Nick Zocco of Urban Hill. In this engaging episode, Chef Nick shares his journey from the rich food culture of New Mexico to leading one of Salt Lake’s most innovative restaurants. Discover the flavors, experiences, and challenges that shaped his path as he reflects on how food brings people together.Learn about the transformative power of the local food scene, where urban dining is distinguished by a commitment to high-quality ingredients sourced from nearby farms. Chef Nick explains how his extensive background in prestigious La...2025-03-011h 07Ears to ItEars to ItThe Traitors Gag Us, SNL 50 Delivers, and Disney FARTSThe drama! The laughs! The overpriced festival treats! 🍿✨ From jaw-dropping betrayals on The Traitors to the highs (and lows) of SNL’s 50th celebration, plus a first-time trip to Disney’s Festival of the Arts (FARTS, if you’re nasty), your GBFs Erik and Nick are spilling ALL the tea. Grab a snack, buckle up, and tune in for the sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic! 🎙️💅🎭2025-02-241h 09Ears to ItEars to ItUniversal’s Epic Universe: 100 Days to Go!The countdown is on—Universal’s Epic Universe is less than 100 days away, and we are READY. 🎢✨ GBFFs Erik & Nick are spilling all the theme park and pop culture tea, from SNL’s 50th anniversary to the hottest new movies, Cowboy Carter tour buzz, and more! Buckle up for sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic. Listen now! 🎙️💅2025-02-1751 minF-R Racing\'s Garage TalkF-R Racing's Garage TalkUsing a Thrustmaster T150 and 2025 NASCAR Championship 4 Predictions with Nick Warboy | Garage TalkErik and D.J. are joined this week by their Wednesday Night Dash teammate, Nick Warboy. Nick has been on the iRacing platform for a couple of years armed with his Thurstmaster T150 racing wheel and he shares his story along with some NASCAR Championship 4 predictions.First up, we introduce Nick Warboy to the audience and how he's had success on the iRacing platform still using his introductory Thurstmaster T150 racing wheel. He shares a story about how when the pedal set broke during a race at Martinsville and having to finish the race...2025-02-1449 minEars to ItEars to ItFrom Broad Street to Main StreetPhilly takes the win, and we’re spilling the tea! 🏈✨ The Birds have soared to Super Bowl victory, Jalen Hurts is living his best life at Disney World with Mickey Mouse, and your GBFFs Erik & Nick are breaking down all the pop culture chaos—iconic Super Bowl halftime performances, brand-new movie trailers, theme park updates, and more! Come for the sass, stay for the laughs, and don’t forget the magic. Tune in now! 🎙️💅🏟️2025-02-111h 06Ears to ItEars to ItGrammy's in Town! Music, Movies & Disney MagicHold on to your hats—Grammy’s in town, and she’s bringing drama! 🎶✨ From a new Gaga music video to Beyoncé finally taking home AOTY, the Grammy Awards gave us everything. Your GBFFs Erik and Nick are spilling the tea on music’s biggest night, the Oscars campaign chaos, Disney Parks updates, and more. Buckle up for sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic! 🎙💅 Tune in now and join the fun!2025-02-041h 01Ears to ItEars to ItMothers Mothering: Oscars, Music, and Disney TeaWelcome to the Motherlode, darling! 🎭✨ Your GBFFs Erik and Nick are serving up all the motherly drama—Oscar nominations breakdowns, Beyoncé and Gaga’s latest buzz, sizzling Disney live-action casting rumors (Mother Gothel, anyone? 👀), park updates, and more. Come for the sass, stay for the laughs, and soak in the magic! Listen now and join the fun! 🎙💅2025-01-271h 00Penguin Magic PodcastPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait Preview Magifest - S6E15Nick Locapo and Erik Tait preview all the magic Penguin is bringing to Magifest. The lads discuss new effects, exciting new products, and everything that will be in the booth. At the close of the episode Nick & Erik discuss the delicate art of demonstrating magic to magicians at conventions, and give some advice to aspiring magic pitch people.2025-01-2339 minEars to ItEars to ItFestival Season, Awards Season & Studio Glow-Up!'Tis the season to celebrate! Your GBFFs Erik and Nick are serving up all the tea from EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts (iFARTS, if you will), dishing on the best (and worst) movies of the year, sharing what’s on our playlists, and more—all from our fabulous new studio space! Tune in for sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow for more weekly chaos!2025-01-2052 minEars to ItEars to ItA Perfect Day at Magic KingdomEver dreamed of the perfect day at Magic Kingdom? ✨ Erik and Nick are spilling all the tea as they plan their ultimate VIP-worthy Magic Kingdom days—everything amazing, nothing turkey-legged. 🍗❌ Think iconic attractions, immaculate vibes, and a whole lot of magic. 🎧 Tune in now to get inspired, and don’t forget to like, review, and follow us for more theme park chaos and pop culture fun!2025-01-1353 minThat Show Hasn\'t Been Funny In Years: an SNL podcast on Radio MisfitsThat Show Hasn't Been Funny In Years: an SNL podcast on Radio MisfitsThat Show – Special Guest: Erik ChildressNick welcomes film critic Erik Childress to the podcast for a nostalgic dive into his memories of watching Saturday Night Live. Erik reflects on experiencing the tail end of the original cast as a very young kid and the impact of the Sandler, Farley, Carvey, and Spade era during his high school years. They discuss how SNL shaped his comedic sensibilities, alongside the influence of Monty Python. Erik shares his five favorite SNL sketches, including a hilarious Digital Short mocking The OC, a commercial for a beer marketed specifically to gay men, Dan Aykroyd’s unforgettable Irwin Ma...2025-01-081h 11Ears to ItEars to ItA Very Wicked Bonus EpisodeWe’re thrillified to bring you this special bonus episode celebrating the smash-hit movie Wicked, now available on streaming! Join your GBFFs Erik and Nick as we gush over our favorite film of the year and spill the tea on the theme park rumors it’s already inspiring. Universal, if you’re listening, we’ve got ideas, honey! Don’t miss this mini-dose of sass, laughs, and magical musings—follow us for more fun!2025-01-0614 minEars to ItEars to ItGet Ready for Ears to It!Get ready for Ears to It! The all-new podcast where your two GBFFs Erik & Nick are toasting to theme parks and pop culture chaos with sass, laughs, and just the right amount of magic—new episodes drop weekly wherever you get your podcasts! Be sure to follow @earstoit on social media and we’ll see you real soon!2024-12-3000 minEars to ItEars to ItRanking Disney Parks Around the WorldWelcome to Ears to It! Your GBFFs Erik and Nick kick things off by ranking Disney Parks worldwide—from Tokyo Disneyland to Magic Kingdom—with takes as bold as a Gaston's ego. And yes, we’re spilling the tea on Liberty Square’s poop river (somebody had to). Follow along for sass, surprises, and all the pixie-dusted fun you can handle!2024-12-3036 minErik Loves BuffaloErik Loves BuffaloUplift Nutrition - Mario and Nick CopelandIn this episode, Erik had a convo with brothers and co-owners of Uplift Nutrition, Mario and Nick Copeland, to explore their journey of turning an idea at the kitchen table into a thriving business in the heart of Kenmore. Located at the corner of Euclid and Delaware Ave, Uplift Nutrition specializes in low-calorie, high-protein smoothies, energy tea refreshers, and other healthy treats that fuel the body without compromising on taste.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:The Origin Story: How a casual kitchen conversation during the pandemic led to the creation of...2024-12-0416 minNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalAI and Automation: Repeatable Patterns for Learning, Consulting, and Growth with Erik Gross (2/2) How many questions should you ask before offering your opinion? If you’re working as a consultant in tech, Erik Gross would advise not offering your opinion until you have the full context of the problem to be solved and the organization you’re trying to help. Erik’s recommendations for being successful as a consultant follow a repeatable pattern. And just as the consultant needs context to be effective, the learner needs context like an understanding of terminology when learning a new technology. In episode 295, guest Erik Gross shares his latest entrepreneurial endeavor and why he’s consider...2024-10-0150 minNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalIdea Management: Supporting Business Growth by Investing in People with Erik Gross (1/2) Entrepreneurs have no shortage of ideas. But how do they know if a new business idea is actually a good idea? Our guest this week would advise seeking fast feedback during the ideation process to save time, preserve energy, and remain focused on delivering value to your intended audience. This week in episode 294 we’re rejoined by Erik Gross to discuss some of the lessons learned from his recent entrepreneurial pursuits. We’ll talk through how the entrepreneur can go from ideation to taking action. This includes generating ideas, capturing ideas, scrutinizing or testing ideas, and deciding to aban...2024-09-2452 minStudio 3 Sessions with Erik BruceStudio 3 Sessions with Erik BruceTechnical Issues LIVE from The Bear Cave in Bournemouth - Alto Persona/Pete B/Erik Bruce - Erik Bruce b2b Alto PersonaFull recording of Technical Issues Vol2, recorded LIVE at The Bear Cave in Bournemouth. Hour 1: Alto Persona Hour 2 -3: Pete B Hour 4: Erik Bruce Hour 5, 6 & 7: Erik Bruce b2b Alto Persona (2 tracks each) Hour 1 - Alto Persona (Warm Up) John Digweed & Nick Muir - Open To Close John Digweed & Nick Muir - E.X.P Dive Craft - Time Killer Dive Craft - Animatronic Dive Craft - The Test Bayou - Emerald Mystic Freedom - Dream Wide (Domingo + Remix) Phonogenic & Sasse - Chi Chi...2024-08-267h 00Penguin Magic PodcastPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - Magic Live Recap & Winning A Fake Award - S5E45Nick Locapo and Erik Tait devote the entire episode to recapping Magic Live, discussing the brand-new products that launched in Las Vegas, and Erik recounts winning The Merlin Award, an award that is often bought instead of won on merit. Nick & Erik catch up on all the magic news that is fit to dish, and give you the inside scoop on the latest tricks.Background On Merlin Award: https://podcast.penguinmagic.com/402133/13504911-tony-hassini-part-1-the-international-magic-society-s4e462024-08-1540 minStudio 3 Sessions with Erik BruceStudio 3 Sessions with Erik BruceStudio 3 Sessions - 28/06/2024 - Erik Bruce and Alto PersonaI'm back with another installment of the Studio 3 Sessions, for more excursions down the sonic rabbit hole. l've got loads of great new music which I'm excited to share with you, so join me for more ambient textures, blissed out breaks and futuristic techno beats. Joining me tonight is Bournemouth based DJ & promoter, Alto Persona. Known for his open to close sets at Camden and The Bear Cave, Alto is the perfect guest. Expect a deep dive through his music collection for the last half of the show. Set times: Erik Bruce: 00:00 - 02:32 ...2024-06-295h 31Nerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalMonetize Yourself: Leveraging Your Most Valuable Knowledge with Erik Gross (3/3) What if you could increase your earnings potential based on the things you know and the things that interest you? Erik Gross, our guest this week in episode 269, shares the Most Valuable Knowledge Framework to help anyone identify the combinations of skills and interests which would be most valuable on the open market. Erik will share examples of using this framework when deciding to start The Tech Academy and the value of boot camps as a route into the tech industry for those with little work experience as well as for the career changer. Original Recording Date: 02-17...2024-04-0237 minNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalOwnership through Failures: An Entrepreneur’s Take on Difficult Decisions with Erik Gross (2/3) The entrepreneur, business owner, and people manager are faced with difficult decisions as a part of leadership whether it be deciding to abandon a goal or eliminate jobs through a layoff. Erik Gross, our guest this week in episode 268, highlights the importance of learning from our failures while also owning the decisions that led to those failures. Listen closely to the way Erik owned his decision to become a software developer after some very pointed feedback from a friend. Original Recording Date: 02-17-2024 Erik Gross is a technologist, a consultant, an entrepreneur and founder, and a...2024-03-2639 minNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalA Theme of Learning with Erik Gross (1/3) As a boy learning about computers, as a Nuclear Engineering student and instructor, and as a franchise owner and successful salesperson…the early career experiences of Erik Gross, a senior technologist and our guest this week in episode 267, contain a theme of learning. Erik learned resilience, adaptability, mental toughness, business operations, empathy for the beginner, how to teach others effectively, and when it makes sense to leave a job. Original Recording Date: 02-17-2024 Topics – Meet Erik Gross, Pursuing Naval Service, Perception and Reality of the Nuclear Engineering Program, Abstract and Concrete Learning, Selected as an Instructor, An U...2024-03-1944 minBeyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and LifeBeyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and LifeNick Gray on Building Big Relationships with Small Parties or GatheringsThis week I was excited to welcome Nick Gray for a really fun conversation about how hosting small parties and gatherings can open the doors for so many networking and business relationships in fun and unexpected ways. Nick is the author of the new book The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings. Nick is a renowned party host and the mastermind behind countless successful gatherings. He believes that hosting parties is a powerful way to bring people together from different backgrounds and foster networking opportunities. In our conversation Nick shares his expertise on structuring...2023-11-0642 minBeyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and LifeBeyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and LifeNick Sonnenburg on Leveraging Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in WorkThis week I'm excited to welcome Nick Sonnenburg to the show for an informative discussion about his new book Come Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in Work Nick is an entrepreneur, Inc. columnist, and guest lecturer at Columbia University. He is the Founder and CEO of Leverage, a leading operational efficiency consultancy that helps companies implement his CPR® Business Efficiency Framework. Coming Up for Air and what Nick calls The CPR Framework is the culmination of Nick’s unique perspective on the value of time, efficiency, and automation which stem...2023-05-1539 minThe Best You Podcast with Nick CarrierThe Best You Podcast with Nick CarrierErik Allen - How He's Been Able to Stay Sober for 16+ YearsMy guest on this week's Best You Podcast episode is Erik Allen, Owner of Erik Allen Media & Host of The Erik Allen Show which is ranked in the top 2.5% of all podcasts globally. Raised in a broken home, battled addictions, jailed at 18, bankrupt at 21 only to turn everything around. 16+ years sober, beautiful wife, two kids, Entrepreneur, Podcaster, John Maxwell Certified Coach, Speaker, & now helping entrepreneurs get known and noticed online.Check out the episode to learn more about what he did when he saw his Mom being physically abused, h...2023-05-0835 minThe Erik Cabral ShowThe Erik Cabral ShowE271: A Look into Digital Real Estate with Nick WoodOne of the greatest strategies in sales is to let the product sell itself. But how do you do that? In today’s episode, Erik Cabral speaks with Nick Wood, the owner of Digital Landlords, a method of building simple websites for niche services in small markets and renting the leads out to local businesses each month for profit. At 19, Nick completed a two-year humanitarian effort in West Africa, where he was featured on BBC. He began his career as a door-to-door salesman and failed at several tech ventures until building his seven-figure digital real estate empire....2023-04-2446 minLevel Up with Nick LopezLevel Up with Nick LopezFrom Franchisee To Franchisor, Investor, Mastermind Leader, Podcast Host, And Overall Franchise Industry Influencer And Thought Leader, The Super Talented Erik Van Horn Drops Knowledge Bombs On All Things Franchising.Nick Lopez and Erik Van Horn of Franchise Secrets discuss everything about the franchise industry. This dynamic conversation covers Erik’s time operating as a franchise owner, multi-unit franchise owner, master franchise owner, and franchise development rep. Over his career, he has been a franchise owner with six brands and an area rep with two others. As of late, he lives on the outskirts of South Dakota where he runs his companies out of state. Erik and Nick discuss the most valuable lessons in franchising, the power of getting the right mentor to help you lev...2023-02-0141 minPodcast of HOPEPodcast of HOPE#79 - Erik & Ria Pool Meeuwsen (2)Erik en Ria Pool Meeuwsen zijn de oprichters van La Scuola, de academie voor levenskunst. Erik Pool is opgeleid als journalist, is schrijver en werkt als programmadirecteur Dialoog & Ethiek bij de rijksoverheid. Ria Pool Meeuwsen is opgeleid in theologie, communicatie, begeleidingskunde en filosofie en werkt als humanistisch raadsvrouw/geestelijk verzorgster in een woonzorgcentrum voor ouderen. Samen hebben Erik en Ria kennis van filosofie, begeleidingskunde, communicatie en levensbeschouwelijke stromingen en zijn ervaren in het begeleiden van groepen en individuen. Ze hebben een open kijk op mens en maatschappij en vinden hun eigen levenslessen daarin belangrijk. In deze tweedelige...2023-01-0147 minPodcast of HOPEPodcast of HOPE#78 - Erik & Ria Pool Meeuwsen (1)Erik en Ria Pool Meeuwsen zijn de oprichters van La Scuola, de academie voor levenskunst. Erik Pool is opgeleid als journalist, is schrijver en werkt als programmadirecteur Dialoog & Ethiek bij de rijksoverheid. Ria Pool Meeuwsen is opgeleid in theologie, communicatie, begeleidingskunde en filosofie en werkt als humanistisch raadsvrouw/geestelijk verzorgster in een woonzorgcentrum voor ouderen. Samen hebben Erik en Ria kennis van filosofie, begeleidingskunde, communicatie en levensbeschouwelijke stromingen en zijn ervaren in het begeleiden van groepen en individuen. Ze hebben een open kijk op mens en maatschappij en vinden hun eigen levenslessen daarin belangrijk. In deze tweedelige...2022-12-2549 minJust One Question: Public Speaking PodcastJust One Question: Public Speaking PodcastE46 Season 2 of JOQ: Nick chats with high-Performance thought leader and founder of AIM7 Erik KoremDr. Erik Korem is founder of Aim7.com, is a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations for your mind, body, and recovery to help you look, feel, and perform your best.Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance thought leader that introduced sports science and athlete tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience and holds a...2022-12-1311 min