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The Issues of SportsExamining how '24 NFL QB Salaries Stack UpOn the latest episode E-Mak & Rude Dog look at the list of NFL starting QB salaries. Patrick Mahomes is NOT the highest paid QB in the league for the '24 season. He took less $ so he can have a better team. Let's just start there! We examine the list and why NFL QB's are paid what their paid, and ranked where they are. Astronomical salaries for the position, but some QBs are certainly not earning their keep. Hint: one of those QBs is tied for #1, signed a new deal in the off-season, and plays in Florida.2024-08-2323 min
The Issues of SportsIt's not sexism. Why male pro athletes mostly earn significantly earn more than female pros#caitlinclark lark has given women an absolute surge in popularity. The NCAA Women's BBall final outranked the men's. But she and other draft picks will be making 70k+/year to play in the WNBA under her rookie contract. While @nike and others will take care of Caitlin with millions in endorsement $, other less accomplished professional women are stuck with their salaries as their only form of income. E-Mak & Rude Dog @TheRudeDogShow lay out why it's fair the way it is but acknowledge a shift coming. Kindly hit the SUBSCRIBE button! Feedback welcome. Like and subscribe--pay it forward! Caitlin Clark...2024-04-2520 min
The Issues of SportsIs It Safe To Go Anywhere Anymore? KC Super Bowl Parade ShootingTwo individuals have been charged with Second Degree Murder, two counts of Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon in the recent KC Parade shooting. Sadly, this senseless tragedy left one person dead and 22 wounded. According to prosecutors, more charges are expected to come.
On the latest episode of "The Issues of Sports," E-Mak & Rude Dog had Kansas City 610-AM Host Bob Fescoe joins to discuss the impact of gun violence and domestic terrorism on public events. In this case, the shooting occurred during a joyful celebration of the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory...2024-02-2116 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastVirtual Acting School Owner/Corporate Trainer Benjy Dobrin of Benjy Dobrin StudiosBenjy Dobrin Founder & CEO of Benjy Dobrin Studios joins my business podcast for c-suite executives to discuss how the pandemic turned his acting school which he founded nearly two decades ago in Denver, CO. with a physical space for students within driving distance to classes on Zoom, no more physical space, clientele around the US & internationally (currently has a student in Turkey). Benjy discusses how it's actually a great simulation for working actors because most first auditions these days are conducted on Zoom. In the podcast Benjy describes how a "Zoom Kiss" or "Zoom fight" can work on the...2024-01-2724 min
The Issues of SportsBill Belichick's Future & Draymond Green's FutureThe Patriots are struggling. Bill Belichick is considered by most to be the Greatest NFL Coach of All-Time. But time has moved on, so has Tom Brady collecting a Super Bowl trophy in Tampa after leaving New England. The draft picks Belichick has made the last few years have mostly not panned out. Tom Curran of NBC Sports Boston has reported that about a month or so ago the Kraft family decided to not bring Belichick back. Whether that is true or not, does Belichick even want to return, does it make sense for him to return? Should he take...2023-12-2425 min
The Issues of SportsThe Taylor Swift Effect On EverythingTaylor Swift & Travis Kelce are a pair. She has seen the future Hall of Fame TE for the Kansas City Chiefs play a handful of times in person. Swift, who is among the biggest celeberties in the world, now is up close and personal with the sports world. And the sports media world is milking it for everything. Reportedly Chiefs writers are putting Swift in stories to increase SEO. Is this good, bad, or neither? Can you blame them? E-Mak & Rude Dog discuss The Taylor Swift Effect on the latest episode of The Issues of Sports.2023-10-1719 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastSharp Marketer Brothers Cleaners Owner & CEO Benjamin HilkerIf you're unemployed and have a job interview Brothers Cleaners will clean your clothes for free. Powerful stuff!! The sign in the window caught me walking by. Generous, kind, and sharp marketing! Brothers Cleaners Owner & CEO Ben Hikler joins my podcast for C-Suite Executives. Brothers is a family owned and operated dry cleaners since 1916. Putting free cleaning for job interviewee's is motion is all Ben. He reveals how the promotion came to life and the reaction it's received. One free cleaning at one of his locations has endeared him to folks and earned his business a lifetime of loyalty...2023-10-0615 min
The Issues of SportsHow Does Summer Sports Slow time Work for You?After the NBA Finals concludes & before NFL regular season kicks off what is your feelings about the summer slow time in sports. E-Mak and Rude Dog discuss how they each digest when the games mostly fade to black and are there any events that are must watch summer TV exceptions.2023-08-0913 min
The Issues of SportsWhat Factors = Great TV Sports Ratings?Serbian born Nikola Jokic, who's a two-time regular season MVP, just led the Denver Nuggets to an NBA Title beating the Miami Heat 4-1 in the NBA Finals. Jokic put up historic playoff numbers and is a triple double machine. But most people they hadn't seen him play until now or still haven't. Jokic plays for Denver, and while technically ahead of the curve by far with his skills, his game doesn't have "Michael Jordan Sizzle". So from market size, franchise history, superstars, style of play, to the sport you play, and more E-Mak & Rude Dog explore in this sh...2023-06-2623 min
The Issues of SportsJim Brown Ja Legacy & AccountabilityThe greatest football & lacrosse player of all-time Jim Brown has passed away. He leaves behind a tremendous legacy as a player and civil rights activist. His accomplishments are many during his legendary life. That said, his legacy is clouded by several violent allegations that he abused women. He had multiple brushes with the law during his life. Unfortunately, this is part of the conversation. Grizzlies star Ja Morant is in the process of ruining his legacy and potentially throwing away his career. He's voluntarily 2x this year decided to wave a firearm on social media. While these are two...2023-05-2127 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastCo-Founder Matt of Matt's Flights on how they save travelers $Matt Guidice, Co-Founder of Matt's Flights, joins to discuss how he flat out saves travelers $ and his business is a real life "travel hack". He calls his Matt's Flights a "new age airfare concierge". His email newsletter service is both free with a premium option which personalizes the businesses relationship to the subscriber's travel needs. Listen to the ins and outs of how he conducts his magic, how the company will track your desired trips, so you don't have to. Additionally, while price hunting is a major driver of his business, Matt discusses how not so cost-conscious folks use...2023-04-2515 min
The Issues of SportsJalen Hurts Gets Paid Lamar Jackson Does NotPhiladelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts just landed the largest contract in NFL history with the second most guaranteed $. A five year $255 million deal, while Ravens Signalcaller Lamar Jackson still can't get paid. Rude Dog & E-Mak examine the disparity as to why these QB are in different situations and their respective NFL organizations have divergent dispositions on their QB's.2023-04-2025 min
The Issues of SportsClark Kellogg on Sharing the Studio w/Sir Charles & Kenny & NCAA Tourney PredictionsCBS Sports College Basketball Studio Analyst Clark Kellogg joins "The Issues of Sports" with E-Mak & Rude Dog and discusses being in the studio with Charles Barkley & Kenny Smith, and how they adapt to college basketball. Kellogg weighs in on Jim Nantz final NCAA Tournament, as well as the late Billy Packer, and DIck Vitale. Plus he reveals his champ and who he likes to make some noise in the NCAA Tourney.2023-03-1629 min
The Issues of SportsAre the Mahomes-Brady Comparisons Premature?This podcast is dedicated to the loving memory of my mother Phyllis Ann Makovsky, who left us Thursday 2/16/23 at age 80 after a brave fight with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. I love you. You will be missed.
With the 38-35 Chiefs win over the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII Patrick Mahomes is now a two-time Super Bowl Champion and two time Regular Season MVP. Brady has appeared in 10 Super Bowls and won seven. Is the fact we are already comparing Mahomes to Brady, who has had a torrid start to his career but is still light years behind Brady's...2023-02-2019 min
The Issues of SportsWhat Constitutes A Done Deal in MLB: The Carlos Correa SagaOn the latest episode of "The Issues of Sports" Carlos Correa is a member of the San Francisco Giants. No wait he's signed with the New York Mets. Not true he's returning after all to be a member of the Minnesota Twins. What the hell is going on? He failed two physicals but passed another all under different contract terms. Whether arthritis in his once injured ankle down the road will rear its head or not, why is Mets owner Steve Cohen telling The New York Post that the Correa signing "puts us over the top" before the deal...2023-01-1434 min
The Issues of SportsThe Issues of Russell Wilson & the BroncosThe last episode of "The Issues of Sports" in 2022 examines the NFL's Denver Broncos and the 2nd Highest Paid QB in the league at approx $49 million per year Russell Wilson. Wilson, likely still headed for Pro Football Hall of Fame, who they contracted last offseason has STUNK OUT LOUD since becoming a Bronco. The team's play has led to Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett being terminated in year one and Wilson's expensive future is in doubt. Since taking over Broncos interim HC Jerry Rosburg has let go their Special Teams and Offensive Line coaches. Rudy"Rude Dog" Reyes and m...2022-12-3134 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastThe Harris Poll Managing Director Rob Jekielek on the Sustainability Movement in BusinessRob joins my business podcast to discuss Sustainability as well as Corporate Reputation. Rob defines what sustainability is. He shares examples how corporate reputation is tied to sustainability and what companies have sustainability embedded in their DNA. Rob discusses which companies are some of the most forward thinking and acting when it comes to sustainability with their initiatives. He names names of leaders in this space. He discusses what The Harris Poll research reveals about how consumer opinions and behaviors are shaped & changed due to inflation around sustainability. In this episode Rob gives a good look, not just peek, off...2022-12-1921 min
The Issues of SportsGrant Wahl Murdered? Brittney Griner Returns HomeIn the latest episode of "The Issues of Sports" Evan "E-Mak" Makovsky and Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes look closer at the tragic death of Grant Wahl at the World Cup in Qatar collapsing in the pressbox dying at age 48. Grant's brother has asserted that his brother did not die of natural causes. And we break down the Brittney Griner for Viktor Bout prisoner swap and the moving parts there. 2022-12-1128 min
The Issues of SportsJeff Saturday Outrage Over the Colts Naming Him Interim Head Coach & His Lack of ExperienceThe Colts have named Jeff Saturday Head Coach with no football coaching experience besides high school where he was barely above .500. E-Mak & Rude Dog dissect the #dissent and does Saturday shoulder some of the blame for accepting the job. Listen on your favorite platform, please follow, and tell your friends...2022-11-1225 min
The Issues of SportsComparing the CMC Trade to the 49ers to Other Similar Trades in NFL History for Star PlayersRunning Back Christian "CMC" McCaffrey was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for the 49ers 2023 2nd, 3rd, 4th round picks and 2024's 5th round pick. Evan, who's unretiring the nickname "E-Mak" and Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes discuss this trade and compare it to other major trades in NFL history where a star player was traded away for multiple players and/or picks. Listen to how this trade stacks up historically!2022-10-2337 min
The Issues of SportsComparing the CMC Trade to the 49ers to Other Similar Trades in NFL History for Star PlayersRunning Back Christian "CMC" McCaffrey was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for the 49ers 2023 2nd, 3rd, 4th round picks and 2024's 5th round pick. Evan, who's unretiring the nickname "E-Mak" and Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes discuss this trade and compare it to other major trades in NFL history where a star player was traded away for multiple players and/or picks. Listen to how this trade stacks up historically!2022-10-2237 min
The Issues of SportsAlbert Pujols Legacy in 700 Club Heading to the Playoffs then RetirementWe examine Albert Pujols legacy as he's now in the "700 HR Club." Pujols came back to the Cardinals for his final season, which has turned out to be a good one. Pujols is taking the Cardinals to the playoffs and then retiring. We look back at his decision to leave the Cardinals. We also discuss whether Aaron Judge should be considered the all-time single season HR King as he chases 62. We know who's ahead of him--Barry Bonds, Mark McGwire, and Sammy Sosa.
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The Issues of SportsThe Popularity & $ Hold of Fantasy Football & Football Gambling on AmericansFantasy Football is ruling billions of people's lives. Americans are spending over 15B to play. It's not just fantasy, it's gambling, it's Survivor Pools, are multiple ways you can engage with football. Oh yeah, you can root for your team too.2022-09-1828 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastStar Realtor Asa FlemingStar Realtor Asa Fleming joins my business vodcast to discuss the current climate in real estate, how he and his team have been affected, some of the fallout from the pandemic, the particulars of the housing shortage in 2022, and why he loves Real Estate. Asa also shares his background as he was born in New Haven, CT, but was raised in New York City. He found his way to Raleigh first for undergrad at NC State, then returned for a career in Real Estate. He discussed how "providing shelter" and that human need would make Real Estate a sustainable b...2022-09-0614 min
The Issues of SportsSerena Williams Wins a Thrilling 2nd Round US Open Match in Her Last Dance. Sports Illustrated's Jon Wertheim Joins to DIscuss the ExcitementJon Wertheim joins Evan and Rudy to discuss Serena's magical win. Does she have a chance to win it all now? They also touch on the men's draw which is missing Novak Djokovic who was not not allowed to play in the US Open as he's unvaccinated.2022-09-0115 min
The Issues of SportsIs 11 Games and a $5 Million Fine an Appropriate Punishment for Deshaun Watson?Evan goes over the decision and settlement. Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes thinks Deshaun Watson's suspension was light and reterates what he thinks it should be. The suspension is more in line with what Evan expected, and he explains why. Can Watson return to the player he was after his suspension? It's discussed. What should we expect in Week 13 when Watson returns as the Browns play in Houston to take on Watson's former team the Texans?2022-08-2130 min
The Issues of SportsWhat to expect with the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's 6 game suspensionEvan and Guest Host Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes discuss the factors surrounding the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's six game suspension. They hit on why it was only six games, the Judge NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell appointed to hear the appeal, and both "Rude Dog" and Evan share how this will shake out.2022-08-0725 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastAncora L&G Chairman and CEO Josh ParkerAncora L&G Chairman and CEO Josh Parker joins the podcast to discuss him partnering his Durham based real estate firm Ancora with a British financial services provider Legal & General Group to invest in life sciences development in emerging markets throughout the U.S. Josh Parker will oversee the operation. This is L&G's first time breaking into the U.S. market.
Josh explains why the triangle was a good starting point for this operation. He explains the reason why they plan to develop real estate around "Anchor Institutions" such as universities and hospitals. Josh discusses that bot...2022-07-2110 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastMaster of the Mindset: Speaker, Author, & Coach Joe NovaraA great listen for anyone who wants to learn a thing or two about Business Networking. Joe gives live (and virtual) speeches, has written three books about business, and coaches many clients. After almost thirty years in the printing business, and a successful stint in the 90's and 00's selling real estate in New York, Joe was ready for the change to this unique career.
Joe discusses how this next chapter of his life has awakened skills and talents within him. He works with clients around referral marketing, growing their business, mindset building, networking, and more. He's...2022-07-0815 min
The Issues of SportsHow to bring Brittney Griner back home from RussiaBrittney Griner is still detained in Russia allegedly for travelling with two marijuana cartridges. How to end her ongoing detention and bring her back home to the United States.2022-06-2419 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastAnger Management Coach Libby DickersonIn this episode Anger Management Coach Libby Dickerson joins. Libby reveals how her personal journey struggling with anger led her into this vocation. Libby discusses perspective shifts around framing anger in our mind. Libby has had court ordered Domestic Violence offenders she's worked with and opens about that. She also reveals what the ratio of men to women is that she works with and helps explain the reasons why the ratio is what it is. Libby gives advice to listeners struggling with anger. She discusses techniques like welcoming anger versus fighting it or white knuckling it. Libby also helps folks...2022-06-1715 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastBurt's Bees VP & GM Mariah EckhardtIn the lastest episode, Burt's Bees Vice-President and General Manager Mariah Eckhardt discusses how passionate she is about the brand she's been employed by for 16 years. When you listen you may not be able to differentiate her enthusiasm as an employee of the company from being a dedicated customer. She samples and loves the products, and in the interview tells us her favorite product. Additionally, who is "Burt" of "Burt's Bees". Mariah will answer that burning question that most consumers of the popular product could not answer. And like many employers trying to navigate the hybrid vs in-office vs WFH m...2022-06-0912 min
The Issues of SportsThe current controversies and happenings in tennis with guest ESPN Analyst Brad GilbertIn this episode of "The Issues of Sports" we examine the crazy time it is in the tennis world headlined by Wimbledon banning Russians and Belarusians. ESPN Tennis Analyst Brad Gilbert joins to unpack.2022-05-3128 min
The Issues of SportsWimbledon Bans Russian and Belarusian Players; 60 Minutes Correspondent & Sports Illustrated Sr. Writer Jon Wertheim Joins to Discuss the ISSUE2:32 Jon Wertheim joins The Issues of Sports2022-05-1625 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastThrifty Traveler Co-Founder Nick SeratiThrifty Traveler aims to make travel more affordable for the general public. Nick discusses how he and Co-Fouder Jared Kamrowski saw inefficiencies in the commercial aviation marketplace along with great fare deals through their own travel experiences through credit card points and miles and got to know the landscape well. The site started to help people understand points and miles. They saw fare deals that were not getting properly spotlighted though and started morphing their business to quench the interest of cash saving flight deals. Nick discusses starting their own business alerting their customer base to these great options...2022-05-0217 min
The Issues of SportsBaseball Participation and Interest is Declining. What to do with Former MLB Player Jeff Frye of the 'Save The Game' InitiativeEvan opens "The Issues of Sports" pointing out some reasons he sees why baseball has fallen in popularity. Evan points out the NFL has blown past MLB not to be caught, and that the NBA has more star power. Evan discusses the fact that an NBA star player has the ball more, or is at the center of play more than a MLB player, who while playing the field needs the ball hit to them, and cycles through batting order a few times a game. Baseball games don't have a clock, which can sometimes make for long games versus...2022-04-2228 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastMyStandard New Cryptocurrency Employment App Co-Founder & COO Josh SklutJosh Sklut tells Evan on his business podcast how he and his team at MyStandard created a service that turns the job market into a two-sided marketplace by allowing users to profit directly from sharing their data with organizations looking for new talent. As he puts it, MyStandard if giving power back to the people. The app, which is scheduled to be released in May, will allow organizations to purchase data directly from the user, with the user retaining full control over how much data they share, and whom they share it with. Josh explains this in further detail i...2022-04-1117 min
The Issues of SportsCoach K's Legacy with Former Duke Player Jay BilasEvan makes the subjective argument that Coach K is the second greatest coach all-time to John Wooden, and explains why citing his wins, NCAA titles, Olympic Gold Medals, players he's sent to the NBA, McDonald's All Americans he coached, and more. Jay Bilas joins the show (7:15) for a discussion sharing his opinion on multiple issues around Coach K, including his opinion of lists and rankings in general, if there is a higher "plane" coach in the Hall of Fame. Jay feels once you're there, you're there while Evan feels there are metrics that separate Hall of Famers such for ex...2022-04-0636 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastThe Playbook Founder & CEO Jared FriedlandAs Founder and CEO of the national test prep and admissions consulting firm, The Playbook, Jared Friedland helps over 20,000 students optimize their chances of admission to highly selective colleges and graduate schools.
The Playbook provides live-online prep courses for the SAT, ACT, and a host of other exams and provides guidance on all aspects of college admissions, from helping students discover schools that match their unique preferences and aspirations to crafting application essays designed to linger in the minds of admissions officers.
In this episode, Jared answers questions about the ever-changing world of undergraduate admissions. How important are stan...2022-03-2829 min
The Issues of SportsBlack Head Coaches the NFL with Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Pres. Bob KendrickThe Pittsburgh Steelers & Mike Tomlin just hired Brian Flores as Defensive Assistant/Linebackers Coach as he presses on with his lawsuit against the NFL. Flores is suing the league, three franchises and unidentified individuals, alleging discrimination and racism in hiring practices. Among the complaints listed in the filing, Flores said he took part in two “sham” interviews as teams attempted to comply with the Rooney Rule, citing the Giants and Broncos. Flores was also fired by the Miami Dolphins this past offseason after back-to-back winning campaigns. While there is more to Flores’ lawsuit this podcast episode is not a breakd...2022-02-2431 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastMardesich Communications Founder/Screenwriter/Storyteller Kevin MardesichKevin Mardesich joins to discuss the scripts he develops for the likes of Oscar Winner Oliver Stone, to writing interactive movies for MTV, to speech and press release writing for National Geographic, and much more. Truly much more. Kevin's written not just for Oscar winners, but Emmy winners as well. He also serves the PR, Advertising, and Marketing Industries at Mardesich Communications with storytelling and content writing for his clients. Kevin also is a long time instructor at UCLA Extension. Hear Kevin discuss concurrently how his students are putting out scripts that are gaining industry acclaim in Hollywood and c...2022-02-2216 minEvan Makovsky's Business PodcastMardesich Communications Screenwriter/Storyteller & UCLA Extension Instructor Kevin MardesichKevin Mardesich joins to discuss the scripts he develops for the likes of Oscar Winner Oliver Stone, to writing interactive movies for MTV, to speech and press release writing for National Geographic, and much more. Truly much more. Kevin's written not just for Oscar winners, but Emmy winners as well. He also serves the PR, Advertising, and Marketing Industries at Mardesich Communications with storytelling and content writing for his clients. Hear Kevin discuss concurrently how his students at UCLA Extension are putting out scripts that are gaining industry acclaim in Hollywood and creating viral advertising campaigns. He loves...2022-02-2216 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastStar Jets International Founder & CEO Ricky SitomerRicky Sitomer, who formerly owned a stock brokerage firm in the 90’s and used to helicopter to the Hampton's for the weekend. Ricky started looking into private jets for the top guys in the firm and discovered inefficiencies in the private jet market. He was struggling finding jets to reserve so he figured there was shortage not just for himself, but others. Listen to how he in 2001 Ricky sold his stock brokerage firm but brought a "stock brokerage business model" to the private aviation industry raising $1.6 million from family and friends and opened Blue Star Jets in 2001. Ricky sold Bl...2022-02-1110 min
The Issues of SportsDeep Diving the Life of a Busy National & Local Play-By-Play Announcer with Ian EagleWith Vin Scully retiring a few years ago, and Marv Albert retiring last year after the NBA season, there is a changing of the guard, and one of the best in the business, Ian Eagle joins Bob and Evan to take us inside his life. Marv Albert almost three decades ago wrote "I'd Love To But I Have A Game". Well, now that is Ian Eagle. Currently "Birdman" is one of CBS's top announcers calling the NFL, and the NCAA Tournament. He also broadcasts the NBA nationally for Turner. But Ian worked his way up starting as a Producer...2022-02-101h 02
The Issues of SportsMental Health & Sports with Former MLB Player Jim Eisenreich & Mental Health Sports Coach Mike WellingtonNaomi Osaka pulls out of the French Open citing Mental Health. Gymnast Simone Biles struggles with Mental Health issues during the Tokyo Olympics, even citing struggles executing part of her routine. Bob & Evan examine how mental health was once a taboo topic in sports, but no longer. Former Major League Baseball player Jim Eisenreich joins "The Issues of Sports" to discuss playing baseball with Tourette's Syndrome. Jim says Tourette and Tourette's both work referring to his condition. Jim had to take a three-year break during the mid 80's because of his Tourette's. Jim shares his struggles even going inside...2022-02-091h 49
The Issues of SportsRunning a Pro Sports Communications Department with LA Rams Vice President of Communications Artis TwymanEvan and Bob discuss all various aspects present moment of running a communications department. Rams Head PR man Artis Twyman joins the podcast to discuss all the responsibilities from handling the media, to player interviews, to all aspects of social media that is in demand in 2022. Artis also describes how he see his job function as Head of Comms for the Rams in Los Angeles, the #2 market in the country. He articulates how much the business has changed with technology during his twenty plus years working in the NFL. He explains how he trains players how to answer questions...2022-02-0629 min
The Issues of SportsWomen Breaking Ground in the World of Sports with Guest Sarah Thomas, the First Female Full Time NFL OfficialThis episode shines a spotlight on women breaking ground in the world of sports. With the NBA having five female officials, Kim Ng named Miami Marlins GM, and most recently the New York Yankees naming Rachel Balkovec as the manager of one of their minor league affiliates — making her the first woman to break into the managerial ranks at that level, women are making beautiful waves in the sports world. Joining Evan and Bob is NFL official Sarah Thomas. She is the first female CFB official in history, the first full time female NFL official, the first female offical to...2022-02-0635 min
The Issues of SportsBob Costas Pilot EpisodeBefore this podcast was narrowed down to one issue per episode Bob Costas joined as a guest for the "The Issues of Sports" Pilot. Bob comments on the passings of Larry King, Henry Aaron, Covid & Sports, too many regular season games, and much more..Costas has great stories on both Larry King (funny) and Henry Aaron, and all the racism he faced breaking Babe Ruth's all-time HR record. Enjoy!2022-02-0545 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastMr. Crisis/Corporate Reputation John MargaritisJohn Margaritis joins the officially named "Evan Makovsky's Business Podcast" to discuss his 2022 services running John P. Margaritis & Associates. John discusses his 40 years of success across the public relations, utilities, consumer and luxury products, retail, energy, and pharma industries. He has provided consulting services to clients in nearly every business sector. In today's constantly changing Covid world where companies must adjust on the fly, John reveals in this interview how to best stay flexible throughout an ongoing ever-changing "crisis" where curveballs are the norm. Speaking of curveballs, John didn't represent the players, or the pitchers who threw curveballs, b...2022-02-0117 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastVMLY&R Global CEO Jon CookJon Cook, among other attributes, humbly lists being a “good listener” as one of the traits that has put him & keeps him in his current position overseeing 13,000 employees in 44 different countries as Global CEO of VMLY&R. VMLY&R creates “connected brands”. Jon joins the podcast and first describes the incredible growth he was part of the merging of VML & Y&R (Young & Rubicam) in 2018 becoming CEO of VMLY&R. Jon articulates how this all was launched after he first joined VML's Kansas City’s office in 1996, having a meteoric rise from Assistant Account Executive to President to CEO. In ’96 VML...2022-01-1421 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastThe Simplifier: Walk West's Mike ManganilloAt Walk West Mike Manganillo is known as "The Simplifier", and this applies to his job too. He's more of a COO/"Mr. Hands Across Multiple Agency Functions" in a VP of Marketing's clothing. Thus, he wears the title of VP of Marketing. But to hear Mike explain Walk West's accomplishments at a leading Branding Agency his cross-agency contributions are apparent. From client campaigns, agency awards, events he’s help put together, and more he is “working the corners”. The real reason though, Mike is called “The Simplifier”, and he will give examples in this podcast worth hearing of how the mark...2021-12-1016 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastBob CostasHappy Thanksgiving! This is a throwback for a separate podcast I'm working on and in development with a partner, THIS IS ONLY THE INTERVIEW PART OF THE PODCAST WITH BOB COSTAS, not the entire podcast. This was the pilot from January '21. On this pilot I am joined by my old NBC Sports former boss and colleague Jeff Sleed as a Co-Host. In this pilot we are deep diving the issues surrounding the world of sports.PLEASE REMEMBER THIS WAS TAPED IN JAN '21 1/26/21 TO BE EXACT. Pre-Vaccine administration to most Americans, on the day Larry King passed...2021-11-2533 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastHirsch Leatherwood CEO & Co-Founder Steven HirschAs Hirsch Leatherwood, a "Strategic Communications" firm, approaches it's first anniversary, Steven Hirsch gives an engaging confident podcast interview. Steven also happens to be MY former intern from 2010-12 when I hosted my sports radio show, "The E-Mak Show" in St. Louis. Steven helped produce, do research, book guests, and sales/business development while obtaining his undergraduate degree at Washington University. Mr. Hirsch is polished on the air too! Back in college he also did summer internships at WFAN 660 AM in NYC and as an avid Mets fan, spent a summer interning for the team's TV network, SNY. He als...2021-11-2219 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastAria CBO & Former 16 yr CMO of the GRAMMYs Evan GreeneAfter an impressive 16+ year run as Chief Marketing Officer of The Recording Academy running the GRAMMYs, Evan Greene is now Chief Business Officer overseeing strategy for next-level technology company Aria. Evan discusses the diverse verticals and relationships he is developing across industries, leveraging Aria's proprietary AR engine and revolutionary NFT exchange as Aria seeks to disrupt the areas of Talent, Media, and Brand Partnerships. He breaks above down in the podcast in layman's terms.
Evan then covers his 16+ year run as CMO of The Recording Academy running the GRAMMYs. He details the work he did putting together t...2021-11-1920 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastFrench West Vaughan Chairman & CEO Rick FrenchRick French, who is as much an entrepreneur as the word entrepreneur affords, joins my podcast to share his journey founding PR/Advertising/Digital firm French West Vaughan in 1997. FWV had its best year in 2020 during the pandemic and '21 is significantly outpacing '20. Rick shares the reasons why from circumstances, to active decisions in strategy, FWV thrived during the pandemic. Upon starting French West Vaughan and being HQ'd in Raleigh, Rick would not take on a local Raleigh client for the first two years. Rick wanted to build national and international credibility for his business. He did just t...2021-11-1138 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastUnderstood Executive Director of Communications Joanna RosesUnderstood Executive Director of Communications Joanna Roses discusses her important role at Understood. Understood is a social impact, non-profit organization dedicated to helping those who learn and think differently thrive. Joanna discusses how Understood acts as resource for children and students who learn and think differently. From names like Dyslexia to ADHD, Joanna articulates a few examples of these differences. She also conveys Understood's importance and how, from teacher's to parents, understanding that their student or child learns and thinks differently is vital to both the child and the caretakers health and well-being. This must be accounted for in t...2021-11-0811 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastCatapult President Matt Chollet on driving revenue & growth for Catapult's clientsBenefitting his clients around terms like "growth" and "revenue" and driving those ends interest Matt Chollet more than phrases like "new business". Matt is about to celebrate his five year anniversary at Catapult, where he's been serving as President since December of '19.In our podcast discussion, Matt recalls how the world changed shortly after he took on the President role. He shares Catapult's services and verticals. He discusses why while rejection is part of the job & never fun, it's mostly not personal in the business world. He gives a peek into his journey from early in his...2021-10-2726 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastGRAMMY Museum Chief Program Officer Rita GeorgeA pleasure and honor to have the GRAMMY Museum Chief Program Officer Rita George as a guest. Rita recently moved into the CPO position after years as Chief Operating Officer. Rita joined the GRAMMY Museum in 2008 when it opened. She has overseen everything under the sun from curating the museum, to curating 100+ travelling exhibitions, to managing staff, to DE&I initiatives, and MUCH more! As part of the leadership team, George provides support to the Museum's President and Board of Directors, policy development and HR initiatives.
Rita describes how hard the museum was hit by the Covid-19 pa...2021-10-2241 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastRiemer & Braunstein LLP Managing Partner Mark Appelbaum On Opening the Firm's Newport Beach, CA OfficeMark joins the podcast to discuss this exciting new Newport Beach, CA office opening as Managing Partner. Mark delves into why this westward expansion for national Riemer & Braunstein makes sense and gives the firm a whole new reach. Prior to this recent office opening, Chicago is the furthest west Riemer & Braunstein has had physical offices in the US during its 85-year storied history. Mark details the benefits to clients, prospects, and potential employees of having an office in California. Some of those benefits Mark touches on are the size of California's economy to the ability the firm has to s...2021-10-1109 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastSafari Energy Director of Marketing & Communications Darius RazgaitisDarius joins my podcast to discuss his marketing and communications duties at Safari Energy, and how Safari serves the solar marketplace. Darius outlines in detail why the future is bright for solar moving forward. He explains how the pandemic affected Safari's business, as well as his marketing and communications duties. Darius also articulates how after a long time working in the agency PR world he moved over to the client side, and how the agency world helped prepare him for this opportunity. He gives a good explanation for all marketers and communicators out there drawing on the various verticals he...2021-10-0115 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastNineteen88 Strategies, LLC Founder & CEO David AlbrittonDavid joins the podcast to discuss his new business Nineteen88 Strategies, LLC a consulting firm he launched this past May. Incredibly unique circumstances caused David to found his firm that are truly admirable. David delves into how he had just started and was hired as Vice President of Communications at Amazon Web Services when his daughter was heartbreakingly diagnosed with Leukemia. With said situation at that point David felt he could not give AWS the time nor have the schedule flexibility to tend to his daughter and admirably resigned from Amazon. A month and a half later he founded Nine...2021-09-2822 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastAirshare Chief Marketing Officer Andy TretiakAirshare CMO Andy Tretiak joins my podcast to discuss the growth of the aviation business and the leisure travel company he spearheads marketing for. Andy delves into the shift caused by the pandemic away from commercial air travel to flying privately. He articulates the advantages for the customer with Airshares' business model by charging by the day versus by the hour that many competitors implore. Alone that can save businesses and leisure travelers substantial costs. Airshare also flies Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes's family from Tyler, TX to all of his NFL games and back. We learn about Airshare's large midw...2021-09-2226 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastB.J. Talley Founder & President Gladius CommunicationsB.J. Talley joins our latest episode to discuss Gladius Communications which he founded in 2019. B.J. takes us through the impetus that made him make the jump after a 20 year very successful run as a corporate communications lead and other high ranking positions at many major employers including working as a civilian public affairs officer with the US Navy. B.J. takes us through how his diverse background prepared him to make this leap to entrepreneurship. He discusses a couple interesting account projects he's worked on over the years worth a listen. B.J. details Gladius Communications' philosophy he d...2021-09-1129 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastKevin Jennings Co-Owner of Urban Food GroupKevin Jennings, who Co-founded & Co-owns Urban Food Group with his wife Stacey Jennings, takes the audience into his journey starting in the restaurant at age 15. Kevin met his wife in Atlanta when she was out of college with a Business Accounting Degree. Kevin had a life plan to open a restaurant, and Stacey had worked with small businesses and had restaurant experience as well. Kevin discusses moving on to Charleston in 1995 working in the restaurant business and then to Raleigh in 1998 where they launched Urban Food Group. Kevin discusses the climb from opening one restaurant to the nine they ha...2021-08-3130 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastJeremy Tudor Founder & CEO of Career Brand StoryJeremy Tudor is the Founder and CEO of Career Brand Story. Jeremy discusses how real world life experience spurred him to open up his own marketing business that, among other services, helps folks garner employment. Jeremy discusses all the aspects of what he views as a marketing business: landing the prospect turned client, giving the new client talent insight assessment tests to draw out their professional skills and properly align them with industries that suit them, rewriting their resume and Linkedin profiles, coaching them for interviews and much more more. Jeremy also launched his own podcast at Career Brand S...2021-08-3022 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastPatrick MacElroy Director of External Communications Black & VeatchThe ever so personable Patrick MacElroy, who at one time was a Medieval History major is now Director of External Communications for Black & Veatch. Patrick discusses how this occurred, how Black & Veatch serves the marketplace, his day-to-day duties for B&V, how the pandemic affected & changed both his duties and how business was conducted at B&V. Patrick also compares the career challenge of handling the pandemic to a previous crisis when he was working in Washington D.C. Patrick also tells a unique story about how he landed the job at Black & Veatch, his diverse communications background, and w...2021-08-0225 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastTerra Carmichael StockX Chief Communications OfficerStockX Chief Communications Officer Terra Carmichael on the thrill of her job at an exciting forward thinking 2021 company, how the pandemic hit soon after she started in December 2019, and what challenges she and StockX faced, how communications during the pandemic stacks up as a career challenge for her, her career working in communications across many different verticals with unique challenges, how she really lives in the present moment, and how her first job out of college at Makovsky has led to lifelong friendships. She also takes us through a timeline of how communications worked, changed, and evolved, from her...2021-07-1718 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastJoe Cohen CCO & CMO Of AxisJoe Cohen joins and discusses what Axis does, his day-to-day duties at Axis as CCO & CMO, how they were affected by the pandemic, how agency life primed him for working on the corporate side, why he never worked in broadcast journalism due to circumstance after majoring in it with the host at Syracuse University, and how rewarding his current opportunity is. 2021-06-0921 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastRay Jordan CCO of Moderna on their Covid-19 Vaccine & much more....Ray Jordan CCO of Moderna discusses joining Moderna out of retirement in March of 2020 as a consultant, then becoming CCO in June of 2020. Ray covers Moderna's application for FDA approval submitted last week for their Covid-19 vaccine. Ray also covers the difference between "emergency use" approval to "FDA Approval" and all that entails. He also explains the phases he communicated around from vaccine production (which was started many years ago), to its distribution, to its efficacy, to its safety, to his role communicating around it all. Ray also gives the history of Moderna, the future, and what his personal...2021-06-0741 min
Evan Makovsky's Business Podcast Kathy Heilmann VP of Marketing Shoals Technologies Kathy Heilmann discusses her new role she was hired for this past March as VP of Marketing at Shoals Technologies Group. Kathy discusses how Shoals just went public prior to her arrival this past January, what her marketing duties are at Shoals, how she is building out a practice, her background that led her to marketing and back to solar, and how she views what the function of marketing is.2021-06-0419 min
Evan Makovsky's Business PodcastMichael Reid EVP & Global Head of Corporate Communications at PIMCOMichael Reid discusses his role at PIMCO, how it changed during the pandemic, crisis communications, his background as an editor for Dow Jones, working as a crime reporter in New Zealand his native homeland, and why he uprooted.2021-05-1223 min
The Tikvah PodcastDavid Makovsky: What Can We Learn from Israel’s Founders?The establishment of a sovereign Jewish state just three years after the Holocaust is both a miracle and the achievement of some remarkable women and men. Now that the founding generation has passed on, it falls to those living today to sustain that achievement. But how? In thinking about the careers of prominent Israeli leaders, what lessons, particularly in courage, can we, and today's leaders, learn from them? To ponder this question, Tikvah’s Jonathan Silver is joined by David Makovsky, a fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, a former editor of the Jerusalem Po...2019-11-2154 min