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Charleston's Leading Producers PodcastOne Underutilized Strategy that Built Their $15M Business in 2025 | Courtney Kretly & Alicia SmithSend us a textCourtney Kretly (@courtneykretly) started her real estate career in 2021 and built a thriving YouTube-first business targeting buyers relocating to Charleston. Alicia Smith (@aliciasmithsc) joined her as a team partner in 2025, bringing a marketing director background from Summerville's Chamber of Commerce. Together they've created a powerhouse in @athomewithcourtneyandalicia.In this conversation, Courtney and Alicia reveal:why YouTube's long-form content converts better than any other platform they've testedhow their 55+ community comparison video exploded and built their entire relocation businesswhy they prioritize free marketing channels and value-driven content over paid lead sources...
2025-12-2232 min
The Unscheduled CEOJake Knapp on Creativity, ADHD and Feeling OverwhelmedIt’s been years since Jake and I did an episode of a podcast together and this one goes DEEEEEEEP into our struggles with creativity, adhd and whatever else comes up!You can also watch this weeks episode on Youtube if you don’t want to just listen. Cheers,Jonathan This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.unscheduledceo.com
2025-10-071h 18
Educational AD PodcastCourtney Beck of Plenty of Positivity is on WEDNESDAY WISDOM!Dr. Courtney Beck was an ALL AMERICAN D-I Athlete who is now a speaker, a podcast host, and the founder of Plenty of Positivity, her very successful platform and today she's back on Wednesday Wisdom with a great message! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!
2025-06-2526 min
Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration MindsetEDT125 Courtney Watson, Scribe, iorad, Bite-Sized Tech Instructions, BookCreator, Padlet, NotebookLMHow do we make tech processes easier for students—and teachers—to follow? In this episode, I chat with Courtney Watson from friEdTechnology about strategies for creating clear, bite-sized tech instructions using tools like Scribe, iorad, Canva, and Adobe Express. We explore ways to lower the cognitive load and boost confidence in tech-rich classrooms. Plus, I share new feature updates in Book Creator, Padlet, and NotebookLM that support accessibility, flexibility, and efficiency. #EduDuctTape Episode 125 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:59 Today's Guest: Courtney Watson Courtney is a Google Certified Educator/Trainer and Lead Learning Guide at friE...
2025-05-2948 min
Educational AD PodcastCourtney Sakellaris of HONEST GAME joins the Toolbox EXTRA!Longtime AD and Award Winning Coach Courtney Sakellaris of HONEST GAME stops by The Toolbox Extra to share some "End of the Year" tips for ADs. Check out the HONEST GAME platform and see all the great things it can do for your student athletes - and for You! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!
2025-05-2218 min
Financially Free DentistsThank You — See You on Financially Free EraTune in to the new show, Financially Free Era by SLP Wealth, discover the biggest misconceptions people have about being "financially free," the various forms of FIRE ("Financial Independence, Retire Early"), and more. We're excited to launch this new podcast and hope you subscribe on your favorite podcast app! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, or Pocket Casts
2025-05-2202 minFinancially Free DentistsLife Insurance for Dentists: When It Matters, What to Buy, and Common MistakesLife insurance isn't the most exciting topic — but it can be an important one, especially as your career and family grow. We sit down with Ben Lacomis, CSLP®, a financial planner here at SLP Wealth, who started his career at one of the big Fortune 100 mutual insurance companies. Now, as a fiduciary advisor, he brings a balanced perspective on how to think through your options. We talk about when life insurance makes sense, how your needs change over time, and what to know about term vs. permanent policies. You'll also hear some offbeat real-life examples (yes, people rea...
2025-05-0845 minFinancially Free DentistsSkip the Residency, Buy the Practice? With Dr. Cole SmithWhat career decisions would you reconsider with the wisdom of hindsight? Dr. Cole Smith, DDS, shares the career move he'd revise if given a second chance, and why he might suggest skipping a general residency program. Learn how this Austin-area dentist transitioned to practice ownership without a down payment, discover tips to manage practice profits, and get an inside look at how he's redefined work-life balance. Recent graduates and associates eyeing practice ownership — prepare for an honest conversation that might just save you years of trial and error on your own dental journey. Key moments: (04:16) Dr...
2025-04-2430 min
Financially Free DentistsBlending the Right Ingredients For Your Investment SmoothieSo many dentists we work with are literally throwing money away at retirement — we're talking tens of thousands in unnecessary taxes. But a completely legal, under-the-radar approach lets dental practice owners slash their tax bills both now and in retirement. We reveal our "financial smoothie" approach and how the "three bucket strategy" creates the perfect blend to drop your tax rate. Learn exactly which accounts to blend together, in what proportions, and the precise timing that makes this work. After years of building your practice, make sure you — not the IRS — enjoy the rewards. Key moments: (03...
2025-04-1034 min
Financially Free DentistsHow this Endodontist Built a Successful Practice in a Crowded MarketEver wondered what it really takes to build a dental practice from the ground up in one of America's most saturated markets? Join us as we chat with Dr. John Oganesyan, DDS, about his journey from USC endodontic residency to establishing a successful dental practice in the competitive Los Angeles market. He shares how he pivoted from larger dental corporations to private practice ownership, including candid stories about building a patient base, managing insurance transitions, and the decisions that ultimately led to his growing success. Key moments: (06:17) Your first dental job is rarely your dream...
2025-03-2730 min
The Insurance Buzz335. Building a Top Insurance Agency in Record Time with Jake Gerdes"I would rather be consistently good than occasionally great—any day of the week!" -Jake GerdesWhat’s in this episode:Taking over an agency is a significant opportunity, but growing it into a high-performing sales operation comes with challenges that most agents don’t expect. In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver sit down with Jake Gerdes, one of the top new agents in the country, to discuss how he transitioned from handling service to building a strong sales team.Jake shares the biggest lessons from his fir...
2025-03-2735 min
Financially Free DentistsInvesting Gone Wrong: The Most Common Mistakes We See Dentists MakeAt first glance, investing seems simple — put money in, watch it grow. But just like a night at the casino, emotions, overconfidence, and bad bets can wreck your long-term success. Learn the biggest investment mistakes we see dentists make and how to avoid them. Through personal stories of financial missteps, we'll unpack the dangers of both overly complex and overly simplistic strategies. Plus, we'll explain why aligning risk with your comfort level and timeline is key, and share insights on diversification, tax-smart investing, and building a portfolio that works for you. Key moments: (04:44) Cashing out yo...
2025-03-1340 min
Financially Free DentistsFrom Patients to Pacifiers: How Dentists Can Prepare for ParenthoodStarting a family is a huge milestone, but how do you make it work financially as a dentist? Whether you're in dental school, working as an associate, or running your own practice, family planning comes with big decisions — both personal and financial. SLP Wealth partner and financial planner Sim Terwilliger, CFP®, CSLP® joins us to break down the real considerations dentists face when growing their families. We'll cover everything from timing your family plans around your career to managing parental leave, childcare costs, and practice ownership. If you're wondering when the right time is to have kids or h...
2025-02-2731 min
Educational AD PodcastCourtney Sakalleris of HONEST GAME is on TECH TUESDAY!Our great friend Courtney Sakalleris is back to share some NCAA Updates and some cool new features of HONEST GAME. Courtney is a longtime AD and Coach and she shares how the platform continues to help ADs and Coaches make sure their student athletes are on track for graduation and beyond! THIS is TECH TUESDAY on The Educational AD Podcast!
2025-02-1826 min
Financially Free DentistsPlaybook for Protecting Your Dental Practice: Financial & Operational Must-KnowsYou've invested years into building your dental practice — are you doing enough to protect it? We're addressing the essential steps every dentist should consider, from financial safeguards to operational planning and succession strategies. You'll learn how to shield your practice from risk, maintain its value, and ensure long-term success, no matter what challenges arise. Whether you're just starting out or looking to strengthen your safety net, this episode is packed with practical advice every dentist needs. Key moments: (05:16) The financial safety nets every dental practice needs (but too many ignore) (10:06) You can't afford to sk...
2025-02-1331 min
Financially Free Dentists1099 or W-2? Tax and Financial Impacts for DentistsLearn how employment classification can make or break your financial plan as we explore the key differences between 1099 independent contractor roles and W-2 employee positions. Special guest Kathleen Boyd, CFP®, CSLP®, CBDA, from the SLP Wealth dental planning team, joins us and shares expert insights on how each option affects your taxes, benefits, legal protections, and long-term financial goals. If you're an associate evaluating job offers or a practice owner deciding how to structure your team, tune in to discover how to choose the path that sets you up for success, both in your practice and your fi...
2025-01-3027 min
Financially Free DentistsHow Perpetual Learning Led to 60% Practice Growth in 2 Years What does it take to achieve remarkable growth in your practice? We're joined by special guest Dr. Christian Mullin, a practice owner in Virginia Beach, who shares his inspiring journey of growing his practice's collections from $1.1 million to $1.85 million in just two years. He walks us through his journey from Michigan to Virginia and the mindset shifts, strategies, and relentless pursuit of learning that fueled his success. From tackling operational challenges to rethinking patient care, his story is packed with insights for practice owners looking for sustainable growth. Tune in to get actionable takeaways and f...
2025-01-1636 min
Plenty of Positivity with Courtney BeckJake von Scherrer, Author, Speaker, Host of The Educational AD Podcast, Director at Victory Educational AthleticsPlenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck welcomes Jake von Scherrer!Jake von Scherrer is an author, speaker, host of The Educational AD Podcast, and the director at Victory Educational Athletics.Jake Von Scherrer has over 50 years of experience as a seasoned educator and athletic administrator. In this episode, Jake discusses his journey in education, the lessons learned from college athletics, coaching philosophies, and the evolution of parental involvement in sports. Jake shares insights on the importance of making sports fun, the challenges of modern coaching, and the decline in youth sports participation. He e...
2025-01-071h 15
Financially Free DentistsFinancial Fitness for Dentists: Your 2025 Gym Membership Plan Still recovering from December's spending spree? If your finances could use a reset, we've got you covered. Enter "financial hibernation" — our go-to strategy for bouncing back after the holidays. Instead of vague New Year's resolutions, we're focusing on what really works for dental professionals who want to build wealth in 2024. Join Conor Mahlmann, CFP®, CSLP®, and Jake Courtney, CFP®, CSLP®, to explore 401(k) retirement options for practice owners and 1099 associates, tools like Monarch Money to make tracking your finances actually enjoyable (yes, really), and the "Financially Wrapped" approach to revamp your money habits. Plus, get the latest on retirement trends...
2025-01-0235 min
Financially Free DentistsSmart Ways to Buy and Depreciate Practice Equipment Depreciation isn't just what happens quickly to your new Cybertruck — it's a strategy that could save you thousands. Logan Foltz, MD, EA, tax manager at SLP Wealth and former physician, joins Conor Mahlmann, CFP®, CSLP®, and Jake Courtney, CFP®, CSLP®, to break down equipment depreciation and tax planning tips for dental practices and 1099 associates. You'll learn from real-world examples like depreciating an $80,000 CBCT machine, vehicle expense deductions, business vs. personal use, and airtight expense tracking for tax compliance. We'll explore surprising things you might be able to depreciate, how to time purchases for maximum tax savings...
2024-12-1935 min
Educational AD PodcastDr. Courtney Beck - Wednesday Wisdom #150Dr. Courtney Beck of Florida State University is a former All American Gymnast who now hosts her own popular podcast! Today she's BACK on Wednesday Wisdom sharing her insights on the importance of having a Competitive Mindset. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!
2024-12-1831 min
Financially Free DentistsYou're a Practice Owner, Now What? You've taken the leap and bought your own dental practice — congratulations! Owning a practice is a huge milestone, but it also comes with a big question: what's next? Conor Mahlmann, CFP®, CSLP®, and Jake Courtney, CFP®, CSLP®, walk you through the key steps that will help you build a successful practice and keep your finances on track. But it's not just about the numbers. Great leadership and a strong vision are just as important as a solid financial foundation, and we cover that, too. Key moments: (05:35) The must-know basics of bookkeeping, LLCs, and managin...
2024-12-0541 min
Financially Free DentistsNavigating Post-Election Uncertainty for DentistsThe election sparked uncertainty and possible changes, leaving many dentists wondering how to protect their financial future. Join financial planners Conor Mahlmann, CFP®, CSLP®, and Jake Courtney, CFP®, CSLP®, as well as special guest Travis Hornsby, CFA®, CFP®, to explore how the election could affect your personal finances. Key moments: (03:04) Self-care routines we use to recover from burning the candle at both ends (05:46) Why dentists need this podcast to help grow wealth (10:28) Get clarity on whether your student loan strategy needs to change post-election (15:14) What a second Trump term could mean for dentis...
2024-11-2129 min
Blue Raider PodcastSeason 2, Episode 14 feat. Jacob Burgess, Courtney Blakely, and Nick CoppolaJacob Burgess of MTSU Sidelines joins to talk hoops and football’s home game this weekend!Exclusive Player Interview with Lady Raiders' Senior PG Courtney Blakely!Go Behind Enemy Lines with Las Cruces Sun News Sports Reporter Nick Coppola to preview NMSU!Thanks to our sponsor Golds Gym Tennessee!Visit goldsgym.com to get your membership today.Thanks to our sponsor The Conseco Group!Contact them at (615)298-9907 or visit their website at consecogroup.comThanks to our sponsor Blue Hub Nutrition!Visit them at 1116 Old La...
2024-11-1954 min
Financially Free DentistsSurprising Reasons NOT to Buy a Dental PracticeBuying or starting a dental practice is a major financial and professional commitment — and one of the best ways to grow your net worth while gaining work flexibility. But is it always the right move? Join financial planners Conor Mahlmann, CFP®, CSLP®, and Jake Courtney, CFP®, CSLP®, as they explore the top reasons not to buy a practice. While we're strong advocates for dental practice ownership, we also know that the "perfect" practice on paper can sometimes turn into financial regret. Discover the common pitfalls and misconceptions that lead dentists to buy for the wrong reasons, and make su...
2024-11-0731 min
Financially Free DentistsWelcome to Financially Free DentistsJoin me Conor Mahlmann, CFP®, CSLP® and my co-host Jake Courtney, CFP®, CSLP® on a journey for dentists eager to take control of their financial futures—without the pain of a dental drill! Each episode explores the unique challenges and opportunities in dentistry, offering insightful tips and plenty of laughs (because finance doesn't have to be boring). From managing debt to smart investing to practice management, we cover everything essential and outrageous. Because financial health for a dentist is about crafting a career and lifestyle that makes you and your patients smile. Whether you're an associ...
2024-11-0400 min
NOWFrom the Classroom to Closing DealsWhat if transitioning careers could not only change your life but also fulfill your deepest passions? In this episode, we sit down with Jake Fahnhorst, a former teacher from Livermore, California, who now thrives as a successful real estate broker. Jake's story begins with a personal home-buying experience and a pivotal conversation with a broker friend that sparked his real estate journey. Listen as Jake reveals the supportive role his family and friends played, and how he achieved his real estate license within an impressive three months. His journey is an inspiring testament to determination and the joy he...
2024-10-0828 min
The Chiropractors' Edge#104 How to Transform Your Struggles into Strengths. Dr. Courtney GowinSend us a textSevere postpartum depression.Crippling pain. Heart ache. Dr. Courtney Gowin has truly learned how to transform her trials into triumphs. Her suffering into serenity and strength.She has created one of the most successful partnerships of healers and health care professionals in the country to help women to not suffer or struggle alone. She empowers women, chiropractors, entrepreneurs and the human race to move forward. To not give up. To reach out and reach up. You are not alone.Become who you are meant to be. ...
2024-10-0123 min
SICK SCARED and STUPIDSICK SCARED and STUPID - Ep.19 - Courtney LunaSend us a textIn a country where chronic illness, fear, and misinformation dominate our health landscape, many Americans find themselves feeling sick, scared, and stupid about how to improve their well-being. Hosted by Jake Thomas, a former Marine turned professional natural bodybuilder and renowned fitness & mindset coach hailing from Texas, "SICK SCARED and STUPID" challenges the broken system that profits off confusion and helplessness, empowering listeners to take charge of their health. Each episode unpacks the truth behind the nation’s declining health, cutting through the noise of mainstream narratives and misguided advice. With expert insights, ac...
2024-08-3058 min
Carry On SwearingEp6- Busking To The Heart (Courtney Cyrus)Well, my next guest is a character. Courtney Cyrus has been in theatre, children's cartoons and busks on the streets of London. They have discovered Tiktok Fame, during their time busking and has performed to thousands. They would like to enter their world of pure imagination and understand the bare necessities of life. You understand when you have listened to the episode. Courtney Cryus Socialshttps://www.tiktok.com/@courtneycyrus123?_t=8p8TbMihlfE&_r=1
2024-08-2442 min
Soul Summit PodcastExperience More with Jake Arvold of 1st Phorm OutdoorsIn this episode of the Soul Summit Podcast, Heidi Stout talks with Jake Arvold, founder of 1st Phorm Outdoors. Jake shares his journey from farm life to his love for elk hunting and how 1st Phorm Outdoors works to blend fitness with outdoor adventures.
They dive into key topics like mental toughness, the importance of nutrition and hydration, and the benefits of intentional movement. Jake offers practical tips on tracking macros, prioritizing protein, and balancing fitness with work and family life.
The episode also covers Jake's advice for starting fitness routines, maintaining consistency, and redefining...
2024-08-051h 11
Educational AD PodcastWednesday Wisdom #123 - Dr. Courtney Beck of F.S.U.Courtney Beck makes her Wednesday Wisdom debut and it's a great one! As a former Division I All American, Courtney knows first hand the excitement and rewards of competition along with the inevitable day when you are no longer a "Competitive Athlete." Today she talks about how we can help our student athletes prepare for that day - when ever it may happen - and help them with the transition to the rest of their lives. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!
2024-06-1228 min
Unashamed: A Smut Lover's PodcastSPOILER/ Read Along: The Tragedy of Felix and Jake by J DanielsIn this episode we read The Tragedy of Felix and Jake by J Daniels and check in throughout to give our thoughts and theories in real time! We hope you grab the book and read along with us! Facebook: Unashamed: A Smut Lover's Podcast GroupEmail: unashamedaslp@gmail.com
2024-04-0828 min
Educational AD PodcastEp #525 - Dr. Courtney Beck of Florida State UniversityOk, how about an All American Athlete, Ph.D in Sport Management, plus an MBA and successful marketing career? Well today's guest Dr. Courtney Beck is that and a LOT more and she shares her story plus some BEST PRACTICES on The Educational AD Podcast!
2024-03-0851 min
The Bleeders: about book writing & publishingMy Former Life as Glamour's "Jake": What It's Like to Write a Famous Advice Column with Jon SmallSummer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Jon Small, host of the Write About Now podcast, editor-at-large for Entrepreneur.com, and, in a past life, Glamour’s “Jake.” Follow Jon on Instagram @thejonsmall and Twitter @kidfinesse. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtube.com/@bleederspodcastWelcome, writers and book lovers. The Bleeders is a new podcast about book writing and publishing. Make sure you subscribe to the companion Substack: https://thebleeders.substack.com/welcomeThe Bleeders is hosted by Courtney Kocak. Follow her on Twitter and In...
2023-08-0710 min
Reap Your RootsPrinciple & Practice: Breathwork works! w/ Courtney and Bryson MorrowIn this episode, we discuss a revolutionary form of therapy. My guests, Courtney and Bryson, are both certified as somatic breathwork facilitators. They have spent hours exploring elevated consciousness within themselves and helping others do the same. The knowledge and stories they share today will help anyone understand, believe, and implement this power.Breathwork is a medicine that everyone should be prescribed. We go into the science of the breath, and how it's used as a portal into the past. Join us as we talk about the different types of breathwork and how it can benefit your life!
2023-04-2547 min
Educational AD PodcastEpisode #405 - Courtney Funchess, NFL Agent / Contract Advisor, Author, & Founder Sideline SynergyToday we're going "PRO" as we sit down with NFL Agent Courtney Funchess who is also a successful author and the Founder of Sideline Synergy. Courtney shares her story and the process of how she became an NFL Agent. Building Relationships - one of our key TOOLS - was part of the process that Courtney shares on this episode of The Educational AD Podcast!
2023-04-0748 min
Journey To Limitless84: Supporting Ourselves & Staying Positive Through Chronic Illness: Jake's Journey with Chronic LymeHey friend, thanks so much for being here for this episode & I just want to also say THANK YOU for 400+ downloads in the month of January! It's because of YOU why the podcast is growing :)Today we are chatting with my friend Jake who is a chronic Lyme warrior & has been through SO much over his 16-year journey (seriously his story had my jaw drop) but he has an AMAZING PERSPECTIVE on his chronic illness & has learned to EMBRACE IT. In this episode Jake & I chat about: his Lyme journey & how difficult it was to...
2023-02-0148 min
Life in the Front Office Podcast Presented By Sports Business VenturesHiring in College Athletics with Herb Courtney, Founder & CEO, Renaissance Search & ConsultingHerb Courtney, Founder & CEO, Renaissance Search & Consulting talks hiring in college athletics, trends, and how to use search firms. For a limited time during 2022, use the code “LIFO” for 15% off one-time packs on sujajuice.com. Follow us on Instagram @lifeinthefrontoffice for sneak peaks of upcoming episodes and throwbacks to great content from past episodes!
2022-11-1435 min
Educational AD PodcastFLASHBACK Episode: Courtney Sakellaris - longtime AD and Honest Game's Sr. Manager for High SchoolsThis week on FLASHBACK we look back to just one year ago and our visit with Courtney Sakellaris of Honest Game. Courtney spent over 14 years as an AD and in2021, she was named Illinois Athletic Director Association's Assistant Athletic Director of the Year! Take a listen to her take on "Best Practices" on this FLASHBACK Episode of The Educational AD Podcat!
2022-11-1250 min
Teaching Literacy PodcastE36 | Knowledge and Literacy Instruction with Dr. Courtney Hattan and Dr. Sarah LupoWelcome to a new school year! This is a fantastic interview to kick things off. In this episode I am talking with Dr. Courtney Hattan and Dr. Sarah Lupo about knowledge, what it means for reading comprehension, and how to think about leveraging knowledge in the classroom.
I am also excited to announce that there is a new co-producer with me on TLP. His name is Patrick Wells and he is a first year first grade teacher. He will be helping with the editing and production of the show.
If you find value in the...
2022-08-311h 02
Why Did I Keep This?Gamers and D20 with special guest Jake MichelsD20 means that a dice has 20 sides. Learn that and more in this hilarious episode with podcaster, producer and director, Jake Michels. The Closeteers discuss the role of role playing games in high school memories and even on the bookshelf. Get ready for a great episode! Follow Jake @thejakemichels on instagram and listen to his wonderful podcasts: Woodland War Machine and To Boldly Watch. And check out https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodTimeSociety for some awesome board game and RPG related content. And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @whydidikeepthis
Original music by Genevieve Vincent.
2022-06-161h 00
The Association PodcastThe Road to Becoming an Association CEO with Courtney Kincaid, CAE, IOMCEO of the Indiana CPA Society, Courtney Kincaid, CAE, IOM, joins the show to tell her story of going from bartender to association executive. With building blocks in Membership and Strategic Initiatives along the way, Courtney focuses on serving her membership, meeting them where they are, and advancing the industry with technology. Enjoy!
2021-08-3153 min
The Real Beauty & The BeardWhere the United States is Behind & Living Your Passion | Part Two with Courtney Cohan | Ep. 52You don't know what you don't know. The United States is lacking in the area of education, but more importantly in Special Education. In part two of our interview with Courtney Cohan, she shares with us the downfalls of the U.S. that she discovered during her time in Ireland. Courtney delivers a beautiful interview as her passion for people shines through her wise words. Jake asks about her biggest mistake and she shares how that changed the way she works. In this eye-opening and heartwarming episode, Courtney shows us how to live your passion...
2021-03-2255 minThe Real Beauty & The BeardDiscovering Where You Truly Belong in This World | Part One with Courtney Cohan | Ep. 51The Real Beauty & The Beard are back with a brand new interview! Jenelle and Jake meet with Courtney Cohan, an inspiring young woman who shows us all how to have great passion and love for others. A recent graduate of the University of Missouri, she has taken her Special Education degree to Kansas City where she has her own classroom as an elementary intensive resource teacher. Join us as Courtney leaves us with a smile on our face and a drive to change someone's life for the better. Courtney tells us how she got...
2021-03-1556 min
Your Unconscious Is ShowingPre-HF: The Future of Mental Health with Jake GoodmanOn today’s episode, Dr. Tracy talks with 4th-year medical student, MBA, and CEO/Founder of Mental Health Movement Clothing Company, Jake Goodman! He’s a guy with a lot on the go, but he is well on his way to becoming an incredible and influential psychiatrist. Jake and Dr. Tracy talk about how he began his social media journey, his perseverance and success through failure, and how he wants to positively impact the mental health of people on a large scale.Dr. Tracy talks with Jake about what his journey with mental health was like and...
2021-03-0250 minYour Unconscious Is ShowingPre-HF: The Future of Mental Health with Jake GoodmanOn today’s episode, Dr. Tracy talks with 4th-year medical student, MBA, and CEO/Founder of Mental Health Movement Clothing Company, Jake Goodman! He’s a guy with a lot on the go, but he is well on his way to becoming an incredible and influential psychiatrist. Jake and Dr. Tracy talk about how he began his social media journey, his perseverance and success through failure, and how he wants to positively impact the mental health of people on a large scale.Dr. Tracy talks with Jake about what his journey with mental health was like and...
2021-03-0250 min
In Growth We Trust: Marketing | Growth | StartupsEp.1 The journey of a creative filmmaker w/ Courtney SalmonIn this episode, I am speaking with Courtney a British Filmmaker about his career, his current projects and how marketing plays a role in it.
You will learn about conceptualized thinking and how to express it in your creative ideas and work.
Check out Courtney on Instagram @Allwhitenohype
Also find me on Instagram @yoannpavy for more video content of this episode.
Theme music is by @bae_kofi
2021-01-251h 05The Real Beauty & The BeardShow Metrics & Coming Up with Questions with The Real Beauty | Teaser for Courtney Cohan | BONUS | Ep. 45Another behind the scenes look at the making of The Real Beauty & The Beard! In this bonus episode, listen in on Jenelle and Jake as the discuss the numbers of the show and where they want to grow. This happens during their research session for their next guest, Courtney Cohan. Give yourself a little teaser to what that interview will cover as Jenelle comes up with her questions she plans to ask Courtney. We are so grateful you chose to listen today! We hope you were able to discover some real beauty in your...
2020-12-1930 min
The Law & EducationEpisode 29: Litigation Against the New Title IX Regulations with Jake Sapp Part 2In this episode, Courtney continues her conversation with Jake Sapp on the legal challenges to the new Title IX regulations. Jake is the Deputy Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer for Austin College and holds a JD from Stetson. He is well versed in the Title IX litigation landscape and provides some synthesis of this complex topic as we talk about the selection of lawsuits that are underway at present, the challenges that Jake foresees for institutions and coordinators, and what exactly has been happening in the Supreme Court in the last couple of weeks! If you have not...
2020-07-0237 minThe Law & EducationEpisode 28: Legal Challenges to the New Title IX Regulations with Jake Sapp Part 1Joining Courtney to discuss legal challenges to the new Title IX regulations that were issued on May 6th is Jake Sapp! Jake is the Deputy Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer for Austin College and holds a JD from Stetson. He is very well versed in the current Title IX landscape as well as the important precedents relevant to the space. Jake has a large amount of experience speaking on the topics of Title IX and its related legal trends, so who better to join Courtney in this in-depth discussion. Since their issuing, there have been procedural and substantive...
2020-06-2547 min
Jake and Jonathan128: We Hit 1,000,000 Downloads!German lockdown is over. 💃 Authenticity over caution. 😌 Why most designers are angry. 😤 Big Gandalf update. 🧙♂️ Soaking in the pandemic. 🦠 Fetish dinner. 🍽 Handling layoffs. 😕 And a little bonus at the end. 🎶Links@gildy on InstagramPool Party by Rudy WillinghamUser Research is Overrated | Jonathan CourtneyBook: Power of MomentsYou’re Likely to Get the CoronavirusBook: The Workshopper Playbook ✨Make Time CourseMake Time NewsletterJake’s newsletterJonathan’s InstagramBook: Sprint by Jake KnappBook: Make Time by Jake KnappAJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass: ajsmart.com/masterclass 🥇😯Jake & JonathanRate the show on Apple PodcastsJake on Twitter (@jakek)Jake’s newsletterJonathan on Instagram (@jic...
2020-05-1100 minJake and Jonathan104: Jake & Jonathan LIVE from New York CityMERCH! Get your t-shirt here: teespring.com/stores/jakejonathan. Jake and Jonathan talk talk about…nothing in specific really.😅 But that’s what the podcast is about anyway, right..?! Enjoy! 😘P.S. If you really want to know, they talk about the idea of going back to a normal job and having a boss after being independent.Links:MERCH DROP! Buy the limited-time Jake & Jonathan t-shirt here: teespring.com/stores/jakejonathan .Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee—Joel HodgsonMystery Science Theater 3000Comedy CellarTripItJake’s newsletterJonathan’s InstagramBook: Sprint by Jake KnappBook: Make Time by Jake KnappAJ&Smart +...
2019-11-1100 min
Civil Action with Brian & ShantBONUS CONTENT: Interview with Jake Courtney at the 2019 CAALA Convention in Las VegasBrian and Shant sit down with John K. Courtney, a trial attorney with Girardi & Keese who works on a variety of different areas of practice including aviation, mass tort, and insurance bad faith. Jake has successfully litigated cases wherein he has won verdicts in excess of $20 million, and has settled matters in excess of $70 million. Jake emphasizes the importance of young attorneys getting trial experience at an early stage of their career to better equip them for the developing legal landscape. Jake is concerned with access to justice with regard to the rising cost of litigation which potentially reduces t...
2019-11-0817 minJake and Jonathan103: You need to have this Mindset to SucceedMERCH! Get your t-shirt here: teespring.com/stores/jakejonathan. Jake and Jonathan talk about the abundance mindset_and why it makes business sense in the longterm. Also, designers with a scarcity mindset won’t get very far. There’s a ton of money in workshopping. How much should you charge for a Design Sprint? Finally, are you an _entitled designer..? If you are, learn how to be a guide instead.LinksMERCH DROP! Buy the limited-time Jake & Jonathan t-shirt here: teespring.com/stores/jakejonathan .Book: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch—Amazon.comBook: Recursion by Blake Crouch—Amazon.c...
2019-11-0400 minJake and Jonathan102: Jonathan is NOT happy today!Jake and Jonathan talk about how babies suck but they’re a good investment. Jonathan talks astrophysics. Jake tells Jonathan how to get out of funk. Aaaand music recommendations. Because.Links:MERCH DROP! Buy the limited-time Jake & Jonathan t-shirt here: teespring.com/stores/jakejonathan .Brian CoxInterstellarThe War on DrugsLord Huron — Strange Trails — Full AlbumDreyma — AskjaDreyma — MývatnaMetallica-Master Of Puppets (Lyrics)Hurry up, we’re dreaming — M83Aphex Twin — Selected Ambient Works 85–92Angel Olsen — All Mirrors (Official Video)CHROMATICS “I’M ON FIRE” (Music Video)The Rolling Stones — Honky Tonk WomenBleached — Heartbeat AwaySleater-KinneyDavid BowieThe Raconteurs — “Help Me Stranger” (Official Music Video)The 1975The KillersBook: Sprint by Jake Kna...
2019-10-2800 minJake and Jonathan101: Amazon’s Vibrating RingNew MERCH is here! Get your limited-time time tee now. 1000 sticks. Jake and Jonathan talk about cooking robots, funny videos, and how designers can work on things that matter.Links:MERCH DROP! Buy the limited-time Jake & Jonathan t-shirt here: teespring.com/stores/jakejonathanWorkshopper.comMore Cowbell | SNLClassic Will Ferrell Outtakes | Eastbound & Down Season 1Key & Peele | McCringleberry’s Excessive CelebrationThermoMixDescriptPitchEverything Amazon announced at its Alexa event | TechCrunchBook: The Ends of the WorldBook: Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is HardBook: The Power of MomentsBook: Made to StickBook: DecisiveBook: Sprint by Jake KnappBook: Make Time by Jake KnappAJ&Sm...
2019-10-2100 minJake and Jonathan100: How To Be Less StressedWE MADE IT! Episode 100! First, a celebration is in order! 🎊 Then we find out Jake is a control freak. Then Jonathan teaches Jake about the power of delegation and life changing magic of getting a personal assistant. Then cities are rated with sticks.Links:Buy a ticket to one of Jake’s upcoming workshopsAJ&Smart’s Level Up: Run, Grow, and Sustain a Successful 7-Figure Client BusinessRamit Sethi’s Delegate and DoneThe “Burner List” — My simple, paper-based system for focused to-dos | Jake KnappVoltage ControlBook: Beyond the Prototype by Douglas FergusonRyan WarrenderAdam KopecWorkshopper.comTeachable.comN26Book: Sprint by Jake KnappBook...
2019-10-1400 minJake and Jonathan99: This Skill is a KILLER Career Booster!Jake and Jonathan talk about one of their favorite books of all time! A book that will give a KILLER career boost! But before that, they talk about Jake’s sensitive area, motivation swings, Gandalf favorite moments. Storytelling.Links:Chris DoWorkshopper.comBUY Jake workshop ticketsBUY LevelUpUnused Audio Commentary By Howard Zinn And Noam Chomsky, Recorded Summer 2002 For The Fellowship Of The Ring (Platinum Series Extended Edition) DVD, Part OneBook: Made to StickMore books by the Heath brothersMalcolm Gladwell’s booksBook: IndistractableBook: Digital Minimalism Book: This book will teach you how to write betterKopywriting KourseBook: 11/22/63: A NovelBook: Getti...
2019-10-0700 minJake and Jonathan98: This Design Trend has to STOP!What’s a Hobbit? Wolves have meetings? Does Gandalf actually do REAL magic? Oh and Jonathan talks about the BEST PRODUCT HE’S EVER USED. Jake and Jonathan have an email-off! Find out why adding friction and asking your customers to work is actually a good thing. Finally, buy a book that Jonathan recommends even though he hasn’t read it yet!LinksBook: The HobbitLG UltraFine 4K DisplaySuperhumanConsider.coEO NetworkBook: Overdeliver: Build a Business for a Lifetime Playing the Long Game in Direct Response MarketingBook: Lost and Founder: A Painfully Honest Field Guide to the Startu...
2019-09-3000 minJake and Jonathan97: iPhone 11 XR Pro Max 2 (RED)Jake & Jonathan talk about stuff! What stuff? Well, in this episode it starts with a quick review of Superhuman, then it goes on to talk about Annoying Humans: babies! Jonathan wants the crack the code of Fatherhood. The new iPhone is cheeky. And workshopper.com is now live!! 🎊Links:SuperhumanControlZelda Breath of the WildBook: Home Game: An Accidental Guide to Fatherhood | Amazon.comiPhone 11iPhone 11 ProWorkshopper.comSession LabBook: User Story Mapping | Amazon.comBook: Sprint by Jake KnappBook: Make Time by Jake KnappAJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass: ajsmart.com/masterclass 🥇😯Your Hosts:Rate the show...
2019-09-2300 minJake and Jonathan96: Superhuman VS Gmail - Design ReviewWelcome to the first episode of JAKE AND JONATHAN! The change in name symbolizes a change in focus since most episode didn’t include much product talk, and were just about whatever Jake and Jonathan wanted to talk about that week. And so, now that Jake and Jonathan don’t need to feel any pressure to talk about products, in this episode they decide to talk about…products! And email. Keyboard shortcuts. Design podcasts. And some books & movies. So it’s business as usual! 😝Links:Superhumanui__ux | Instagramuxgoodies | InstagramMagic SpoonSuperhuman is Spying on You | Mike DavidsonGoogle’s Inbox app i...
2019-09-1600 minJake and Jonathan95: This is the Final Episode of PBCIt's been a fun ride! But all good things come to an end. Kind of. Jake and Jonathan have some important announcements to make in this episode. Tune in to know what they are!
Links:
Book: The Ends of the World by P. Brannen | Amazon.com
Kindle Oasis 2019 | Amazon.com
LG C8 OLED (OLED55C8, OLED65C8) review | TechRadar
Red Dead Redemption 2
Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch
Resident Evil 2 Remake
Astral Chain
Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Control
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
Book: Make Time by Jake Knapp
AJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Spr...
2019-09-0900 minJake and Jonathan94: Jason Fried gives us AMAZING Product Advice! (PBC REWIND)(Rewind Episode) Jake and Jonathan interview a designer they both idolize: Jason Fried, co-founder of Basecamp. They go deep on Jason's tweet on the idea of testing products internally vs launching early and relying on gut.
Links:
Jason Fried's tweet
Book: Rework | Amazon.com
Book: Getting Real | Basecamp.com
Disagree and commit (Jeff Bezos)
Signal v. Noise
Book: On Writing by Stephen King | Amazon.com
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
Book: Make Time by Jake Knapp
AJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass: ajsmart.com/masterclass 🥇😯
Your Hosts:
Rate PBC on Apple Podcas...
2019-09-0200 minJake and Jonathan93: A New Book We Love!BOOKS! Well, just the one book, really. Jake and Jonathan talk about an underrated, under-the-radar book that you should read. Jonathan gives a book-related lifehack that will save you money. Which will help you take Jonathan's advice to buy ALL THE BOOKS YOU CAN EVEN IF IT MAKES YOU BROKE. Jonathan tells you how to get out of a creative rut. Then Jake and Jonathan wrap it up by talking about how they view this podcast and what they would like it to be. Was this the last episode..?!
Links:
Lost and Founder by Rand Fishkin...
2019-08-2600 minJake and Jonathan92: This is Definitely Still a Product PodcastStrap in for another glorious ramblefest! Jake and Jonathan read some iTunes reviews MAYBE INCLUDING YOURS! Jonathan is bored. Again! Jake's Qi is acting up. Then Jake and Jonathan indulge in some self-love by reviewing one of their own previous episodes. Jonathan talks about CEOing. Jake was on the moon and tells a space story. Finally, travel sucks, even if they pay you a million dollars to do it.
Links:
InVision
Our 15 favorite design podcasts | InVision
Design Better Podcast
Rate PBC on Apple Podcasts / iTunes ❤️
Bird Box: A Novel | Amazon.com
What Is Chi Energy? Everything You...
2019-08-1900 minJake and Jonathan91: BEST OF PBC - Silicon Valley’s Top Leadership Coach: KIM SCOTTThis week's episode is a rebroadcast of Jonathan's interview with his favorite author Kim Scott, Founder of Candor Inc. & CEO coach for some of Silicon Valley's biggest companies. She was on the faculty of Apple University and was a leader for Google AdSense, YouTube and the Double Click team.
Her other achievements include managing a pediatric clinic in war-torn Kosovo and building a diamond cutting company in Russia - Basically not many people can say they have her experiences in life, so listening to all this condensed into 30+ minutes should definitely put a smile on your...
2019-08-1200 minJake and Jonathan90: Gandalf’s Hot Sales FunnelJake and Jonathan discuss the most important topic & figure in the design world—GANDALF—is he the Gray? Is he the White..? Does he actually have magic? Then they proceed to discuss how the Masterclass is sold and how crazy important the marketing part is. This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to launch a product!
Links:
The Lord of the Rings---Wikipedia
Harry Potter---Wikipedia
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
AJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass: ajsmart.com/masterclass
Iman Gadzhi
Book: Expert Secrets: The Underground Playbook for Creating a Mass Movement of P...
2019-08-0500 minJake and Jonathan89: Invision Hates This PodcastJake and Jonathan finally get the recognition they deserve by the people at InVision---with an asterisk, though! Among other stuff, Jake & Jonathan discuss toilets (again!), how hospitality skills and working in a restaurant make you a better designer, and some boooooooks!
Links:
Book: Design Is How It Works: How the Smartest Companies Turn Products into Icons---Jay Greene---Amazon.com
Ace Hotel
Book: Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business Paperback --- Danny Meyer---Amazon.com
Our 15 favorite design podcasts---InVision Blog
Powell's Books
Book: Recursion: A Novel Hardcover --- Blake Crouch---Amazon.com
Book: Wool---Hugh Howey---Amazon.com
Book...
2019-07-2900 minJake and Jonathan88: BEST OF PBC - Jon and Jake do New York (Rewind!)This episode is a re-release of previous episode. Chances are you haven't heard it because it's from ages ago. And even if you did, it's a really fun one and you probably already forgot all the good stuff that was in it. So listen again. 😌
This Episode.... Yes, THIS EPISODE, is the BEST episode... So much in this episode, You'll learn lot's of things, soooo many things!
Side note --- If you take something from this episode, please let us know cause we have no idea what to write about it....
....Wizards, that's it, you...
2019-07-2200 minJake and JonathanBONUSODE: From Early Google Designer to VC to Founder, with Braden KowitzJake interviews Braden Kowitz, product designer and startup founder, who co-authored Sprint alongside Jake and John Zeratsky. He's also the BEST interaction designer Jake has ever worked with! 🔥They talk about design, being a founder, and advice on working with a team of any size!
Links:
kowitz.co
Range—Teamwork simplified
Braden on Twitter
Braden on Instagram
Braden on Medium
GV
ClassPass
Your Hosts:
Follow Jake Knapp on Twitter: @jakek
Follow Jonathan Courtney on Instagram or Twitter: @jicecream
Follow AJ&Smart on Instagram or Twitter: @ajsmartdesign
Write into the podcast: pbc@ajsmart.com
Podca...
2019-07-1700 minJake and Jonathan87: Dealing with feeling lost and aloneDo you want to hang out with Jake and Jonathan on July 15 in SF..?! Sure you do! So make sure you keep an eye on Jonathan's Instagram and AJ&Smart's Instagram to get the details on the venue & time of the meetup! 🥳
Now onto the important stuff: how often do you get invited to weddings? Do dinosaurs still walk among us? How's Jonathan coping without his co-founder? Jonathan is feeling lonely at the top. And first world problems are still valid problems, dammit!
Links:
The Earthquake That Will Devastate the Pacific Northwest---The New...
2019-07-1500 minJake and Jonathan86: Jony Ive’s Rejected ToiletStrap in for the longest intro ever---you're gonna love it! Jake & Jonathan eventually discuss Jony Ive's departure from Apple, but before that, they talk about being late, picking brains, career ladders, and other non-random stuff!
Links:
Why I'm Always Late---Wait But Why
Inside the mind of a master procrastinator---Tim Urban---YouTube
A few words of advice to brain pickers --- Signal v. Noise
Students: Pretend I'm dead---Austin Kleon
Career ladders, aka Canvas Strategy---Ryan Holiday
Tim Brown---IDEO
Jony Ive leaving Apple after nearly 30 years to start new design firm---The Verge
Eli Schiff---Twitter
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
Book...
2019-07-0800 minJake and Jonathan85: Making the Playdate Games Console with Greg Maletic (from Panic!)Jake & Jonathan bombard Greg Maletic from Panic with questions about Panic's Playdate adorable little game console, Panic, Greg's background, and other juicy stuff!
Links:
Greg Maletic
play.date
Playdate (Twitter)
Panic
Firewatch
Cabel Sasser
Edge
Teenage Engineering
Dreamcast
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
Book: Make Time by Jake Knapp
AJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass: ajsmart.com/masterclass 🥇😯
Your Hosts:
Follow Jake Knapp on Twitter: @jakek
Follow Jonathan Courtney on Instagram or Twitter: @jicecream
Follow AJ&Smart on Instagram or Twitter: @ajsmartdesign
Write into the podcast: pbc@ajsmart.com
Podcas...
2019-07-0100 min
SnicklesCourtney Love Killed VineJake and Darren review Love, Death, and Robots, Child's Play, You vs. Wild, and that's it. Darren didn't really let Jake say much. I guess they also tried to review recording a podcast while sick and tired.
2019-06-261h 06Jake and JonathanBONUSODE: 14 ways an economist says “I Love You” with Liz FosslienJake interviews Liz Fosslien, co-author and illustrator of No Hard Feelings: The Secret Power of Embracing Emotions at Work.
Links:
Book: No Hard Feelings: The Secret Power of Embracing Emotions at Work
fosslien.com
Liz on Instagram
Liz on Twitter
Liz on LinkedIn
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
Book: Make Time by Jake Knapp
AJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass: ajsmart.com/masterclass 🥇😯
Your Hosts:
Follow Jake Knapp on Twitter: @jakek
Follow Jonathan Courtney on Instagram or Twitter: @jicecream
Follow AJ&Smart on Instagram or Twitter: @ajsmartdesign
Write into the podcas...
2019-06-2600 minJake and Jonathan84: Don’t Underestimate Facebook!Jake & Jonathan go over Facebook's new crypto announcements, how they feel about them, and where they think it's all going! Should people care about crypto now that Facebook's in the game? Then Jake & Jonathan shift gears in a seamless way to talk about some other stuff. 😝
Links:
How To Run & Sell Design Sprints Like A Pro (Featuring Jake Knapp!) ajsmart.com/freetraining
Coming in 2020: Calibra—Facebook
Everything you need to know about Libra, Facebook's ambitious cryptocurrency—The Verge
Commodore 64
Nintendo 64
Sega Genesis
Nintendo Entertainment System
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (Atari 2600)—YouTube
Howard Scott Warshaw...
2019-06-2400 minJake and Jonathan83: Is this the Worst Product Ever Made?Jonathan is alone. Again! Because Jake couldn't record with him before Jonathan's bed time. 👶 Jonathan reviews a product that he HATED. Turns out sometimes design is not as important as just getting the basics right. Jonathan shares some of his favorite resources to stay up-to-date in the tech industry. 🔥
Links:
How To Run & Sell Design Sprints Like A Pro (Featuring Jake Knapp!): ajsmart.com/freetraining
Chernobyl
SkyTicket
Audible.com
Apple Design Awards
TechMeme.com
TechMeme Ride Home Podcast
The Verge
Vala Afshar
Steven Sinofsky
Andrew Chen
a16z Blog
Benedict Evans
Stratechery
Book: Playing to Win
E3
...
2019-06-1700 minJake and Jonathan82: The new Mac Pro has WHEELS hahaha!Jonathan does a solo deep dive on all the new announcements from Apple that came out of WWDC 2019!
Links:
How To Run & Sell Design Sprints Like A Pro (Featuring Jake Knapp!)
watchOS 6 Preview
iOS 13 Preview
iPadOS Preview
Mac Pro
Pro Display XDR
macOS Catalina Preview
Vlad Savov
Mark Gurman
Joshua Topolsky
Matthew Panzarino
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
Book: Make Time by Jake Knapp
AJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass:ajsmart.com/masterclass 🥇😯
Your Hosts:
Follow Jake Knapp on Twitter: @jakek
Follow Jonathan Courtney on Instagram or Twitter: @jicecream
Follow AJ&...
2019-06-1000 minJake and Jonathan81: The Secret Product Trick NO ONE WILL EVER TELL YOU ABOUT... except usJake & Jonathan go on a Play Date, literally not figuratively. Jonathan likes products that are made by teenagers---if they are also engineers. What is Withered Technology and how can you use it in your next meeting? Also, Jonathan asks Jake some totally relevant product questions.
Links:
Play.date
Cabel Sasser (Twitter)
Panic
Transmit
Edge Magazine
The Playdate Is A Boutique Gaming Handheld With A Crank---Wired
Teenage Engineering
OP-1
Mark Zuckerberg apparently tried to buy Panic, the creator of Playdate---Engadget
Teehan+Lax
IDEO
Ueno
Pentagram
Accenture
Nintendo's Little-Known Product Philosophy: Lateral Thinking with Withered ("Weathered&q...
2019-06-0300 minJake and Jonathan80: This is a Serious Problem (not clickbait)Strap in for silly one! If you love Jake & Jonathan rambling about nothing in particular, this one is for you! Reviews make Jake cry. Jonathan doesn't like being misunderstood. Jake has no ego. Jonathan gets a bad coffee rating. Jake has a fancy toaster. 🍞
Links:
Book: Ego is the Enemy
Book: Power of Moments
Kevin Rose
Breville
Ex Machina
Crete
Book: Sprint by Jake Knapp
Book: Make Time by Jake Knapp
AJ&Smart + Jake Knapp Official Design Sprint Masterclass: ajsmart.com/masterclass
Your Hosts:
Follow Jake Knapp on Twitter: @jakek
Follow Jonathan Cou...
2019-05-2700 minJake and Jonathan78: 4 Product Books you HAVEN’T readJake & Amr talk about some books. Jake talks about books that influenced the idea that would later be part of the Design Sprint. How non-design books can help product designers. Facebook's redesign. Email. Distractions. Stuff!
Links:
Book: Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days
Book: Hacking Growth
Book: Radical Candor
Book: The Lean Startup
Book: Power of Moments
Book: Getting Real
Book: Getting Things Done
The Checklist---Atul Gawande---The New Yorker
Book: The Checklist Manifesto
Book: Decisive
Book: Made to Stick
Book: The Design of Everyday Things
Book: Fooled...
2019-05-1300 min
The Weight Loss PodcastSelf-doubt, alcohol and back injuriesIf you took a look at Jake Pearson today, you'd be forgiven for thinking he's had it easy - a good looking young man in fantastic shape...what would he know about struggling to put things together? Success is never given, it is earned; and Jake has earned every bit of his success. From self-doubt to alcohol binges to crippling back injuries at a very young age, Jake's story is one of a young man finding himself and growing up to become a leader. Not just of himself, but of others. In this epis...
2019-04-141h 22Jake and Jonathan72: Inside My Dirty AirpodsJake & Jonathan finally discuss Apple on the podcast for the FIRST TIME EVER! It’s weird how they’ve never covered Apple before—given Apple’s importance in the product space. But anyway, it’s here now! Enjoy!
Here’s a peek at the topics discussed in this episode:
Understanding Apple's rececnt announcements
How Google Stadia is related to YouTube watch time
Apple Arcade and Jonathan’s predication about it
Critiquing Apple’s marketing pages
Apple’s relationship with gaming
Explaining why Apple’s lineup doesn’t make sense at times
How Jake uses his iPad Pro
Is Twitter bet...
2019-04-0100 min
Jake and Jonathan70: Facebook’s VP of Product Design JULIE ZHUOHow often do you get the chance to listen to the VP of Facebook, Julie Zhuo, talk about her work..?!? (Crickets) Yeah, we thought so. That’s why we think you’ll LOVE this episode! Jake & Jonathan (well mostly Jake), ask Julie a lot of questions you would want to ask to someone who’s as successful & amazing as Julie. Here’s a sneak peek of the topics covered:
Joining Facebook
Managing hundreds of people
Imposter syndrome
Writing & how it’s related to clear thinking
What does VP of design at Facebook do
Where do new ideas...
2019-03-1800 min
Jake and Jonathan66: The Future of Podcasts (toilet edition)For those of you poor souls who subscribed to this podcast hoping to hear intelligent discussions about the product world, you’ve probably noticed that such discussions are a rare treat… BUT TODAT IS ONE SUCH TREAT! Jake & Jonathan discuss the acquisitions Spotify made as part of its strategy to OWN the podcasting space. Jake actually prepared for this one! You’re in for a good episode…
Links:
Spotify buys Gimlet and Anchor in podcast push, earmarks $500M for more deals
Anchor—The best way to make your podcast
Gimlet Media
...
2019-02-1800 min
Jake and Jonathan64: Kevin Rose gives us EPIC Product Advice!This is a big one! This might just be the BEST EPISODE YET!! Why, you ask..? Because Jake & Jonathan are joined by none other than the legendary Kevin Rose. Jonathan doesn’t even bother talking for most of the episode because he just wants Kevin and Jake to keep talking! Here’s some of the stuff they cover:
4:30 Getting into products
9:00 dealing with failure and trying crazy things
15:00 being too early to a market
18:25 gut feeling vs market research and talking to users
23:00 ideas vs execution and getting started
27:00 VR
31:00 the...
2019-02-0400 min
Jake and Jonathan62: Let's Talk Product StrategyJake & Jonathan kick-off the first episode of the new year by diving straight into prod… no, they start by rambling for a good long while. But it’s good rambling: new year goals, journaling, setting OKRs, and Jonathan’s mom meets a random Irish guy that knows Jake. 😂 But then! Then Jake and Jonathan talk about a super interesting article about advertising business models and going beyond them. It’s a good one! 🤑
Links
OKR
Fedor (designer at AJ&Smart) on Twitter, Instagram
Outgrowing Advertising: Multimodal Business Models as a Product Stra...
2019-01-2100 min
Jake and Jonathan60: Life Lessons Learned (2018)Strap in for the end of the year extravaganza! The episode, appropriately, starts off with favorite breakfast sandwiches of
🥪 Jake and Jonathan would love for you to invite them to your country and show them around! 🌍Should designers make a good personal website in today’s social-first world? No! Or.. maybe yes. Although… 🤔 Jake and Jonathan share some painful lessons they’ve learned this year. 😬 Finally, the episode ends on a high note with a story from Jake. 🏀
Links:
Nintendo Switch™
Mario Kart™ 8
PBC #49: MONA PATEL on Starting and Growing a Multi Million Dollar De...
2018-12-2400 min
Jake and Jonathan56: Best Books 2018Happy podbirthday! 🎉 It’s the podcast’s 1 year birthday. 👶🏻
Help the podcast get to 10,000 listeners by sharing it on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and rating it on iTunes (click here to go to the iTunes Store and rate it)!
Get ready for a whole bunch of book recommendations! (All in the links below) Although Jake and Jonathan only get to the book recommendations around the 40-minute mark, so don’t hold your breath. Or hold it for 40 minutes. Whichever is easier for you. 🌬
Before getting to the book recommendations, Jake and Jonathan talk about a few things: Jake...
2018-11-2600 min
Jake and Jonathan55: Design Sprints DON’T WORK! (not clickbait)Jake & Jonathan finally reveal that the Design Sprint has been one gigantic SCAM! It’s crazy how the book sold so much and how much money Jonathan has been able to get from selling it to clients! Also in today’s episode:
Design sprints aren’t for every problem. They won’t help you with your constipation. 💩
People fun. Baby’s not here. Secret videos. Still stuck in a bucket? Red Dead. Tees. Happy podbirthday? 🎉
Jake & Jonathan discuss articles that ATTACK the design sprint. (All linked below)
Links:
Rate the show o...
2018-11-1900 min
Road Rants#005 - Day 1's: College and Trap - Ride Along with Courtney OgunpolaPack into the Kia with Jake and Freddy as they have a great conversation with author, Courtney Ogunpola whose new book is called Day 1’s: College & Trap. We discuss cultural appropriation, white women and the forbidden fruit, and the possible whereabouts of Sarah, and Franky (Freddy) can’t get out of his gym membership.
Buckle up and get ready to bring levity to some real shit.
Show Notes
[0:00] - The guys get the studio in order.
[1:31] - Jake put on the Polo joint for Courtney.
[2:54] - Courtney intr...
2018-11-0840 min
Jake and Jonathan51: When Being LAZY is SMART!This episode starts off with a very subtle ad, that’s not at all in-your-face. Also, it’s not sponsored by Squarespace or Zip Recruiter. It’s important that you know that. Some of the things Jake & Jon talk about in this episode:
How AJ&Smart went from 💩💩💩 to 😎🤯🤩 when it comes to social media presence. Jonathan plans to go much deeper on content and share more about stuff that currently doesn’t get the spotlight, like strategy, stuff from the workshops and Q&A’s, conversations at AJ&Smart, and day-to-day snippets. Also, there’s going to be mo...
2018-10-2200 min
Jake and Jonathan50: FIFTY?! 💦🦔The podcast is 50, so it’s officially a middle-aged rambly guy! 👴🏻 There’s someone in Jake’s background, who suddenly takes over from Jake. He also invented the Design Sprint. Maybe it’s just Jake doing a French accent..? 🥖 This episode literally has zero useful information for anyone. It’s just Jake and Jonathan patting themselves on the back for recording 50 Skype calls of them talking and inflicting those conversations on the world. 😌 But if you tuned in for the previous 49 episodes, then that’s not likely to discourage you from listening. Have fun! 🤓
Check out, nay, GO BUY the AJ&Smart + J...
2018-10-1500 min
Jake and Jonathan47: Big Product Decisions: Gut Feeling or Test?Jonathan is famous and get recognized while holding underwear. 👙
Jake's new book Make Time is coming out tomorrow! 🔥📖🔥
Jake and Jonathan discuss different approaches to giving talks. Jake always wings it, while Jonathan sweats every detail! Sound right, right? 🤔
Jonathan charges an ungodly amount for talks...because he can. 🤑
Jake and Jonathan drop some wisdom on giving talks. Being entertaining is key. No forget that, actually just be serious. 😶
Jake candidly roasts Jonathan on his interview skills, then they talk about how TOTALLY confident they are when they interview guests. 😎
Crea...
2018-09-2400 min