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What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawAI: Is it the answer, or is it just fueling Global inequality?As a true serial tech disruptor, Ken Charman successfully built software startups, which Deloitte, IBM, Oracle, and SAP acquired over many decades. He also served as CEO of uFlex Reward, a cutting-edge HR company that creates real-time employee costs and modelling for Unilever Group, which employs over 128,000 people worldwide. Well-versed in AI and as a highly articulate thought provoker on many influential topics - reminding us that he began using AI 15 years ago - Charman has a unique perspective, even more flavoured by the privileged position of his recent retirement. In this episode of What...2025-05-3056 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawThe Origins of AI with Industry Expert Jason Thomson of MintelOur usual podcast guests talk about journeys that they chose to embark on: starting a company, solving a problem, creating opportunities, or navigating life and career.
In our current series, we’re probing into a trip that none of us opted into but we’re all on board anyway…and that is artificial intelligence. AI influences what we see, hear, buy, and think, how we navigate the world, and how we navigate daily life.
We wanted to start the AI series with the basics to help our listeners to understand what it is, where it came f...2025-01-3051 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawUnpacking the influence of AI on Marketing with anthropologist Bob MoraisOur usual guests talk about journeys that they chose
to embark on: starting a company, solving a problem, creating opportunities, or navigating life and career. In our current series, we’re probing into a trip that none of us opted into but we’re all aboard anyway…and that is artificial
intelligence. AI influences what we see, hear, buy, and think, how we navigate the world, and how we navigate daily life.
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Bob Morais, a business anthropologist and expert in human behavior, particularly in the realm of market...2024-12-1953 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawWhat I Wish I Knew about AIWe’ve produced more than 40 episodes of What I Wish I Knew. Our prior guests talked about journeys that they chose to embark on: starting a company, solving a problem, building organizations, creating opportunities, or navigating life and career. In our current series, we’re probing into a trip that none of us opted into but we’re all on board anyway…and that is artificial intelligence. AI influences what we see, hear, buy, and think, how we navigate the world, and how we navigate daily life.
In this introductory segment, we discuss lessons from the
first episodes...2024-12-1629 min
The Union TapesDave Young - Episode 13Dave Young was a top name pro in the mid 80s. Coming from Gateshead way up north the odds were stacked against the riders from up there, but thanks to the talent of himself, Pepi Winder and Steve Laidlaw, they shone a light on their scene and left a lasting impression as guys to look for at the contests and in the magazines. We get into the early days of the BMX scene in the north, working at a BMX shop at that time. Racing in the north east and meeting local riding crews. Catching Mike Dominguez and Eddie Fiola...2023-04-202h 48
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawThe Voice of Endurance Sport with broadcaster Steve FleckSteve Fleck is the voice many people hear in their hardest moments, when their heart is jumping out of their chest, their mind is crushed, and the finish line is in sight. Fleck is a broadcast commentator for athletics, cycling, endurance, and running competitions. He’s the familiar soundtrack to events streamed on media like CBC, FLOBIKES, Ironman Live, and others. But how does one become the voice of sport, or anything else, for that matter?
It starts by knowing your stuff. And, in Steve’s case, doing it. He was an early competitor in triathlon. He’s a 9...2022-07-2150 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawLifting Them Up: The Magic of Mentoring with Bert Thornton, former Waffle House president and COOIs there a secret to success? Absolutely. And it's probably not what you may think.
Bert Thornton spent 40 years shaping careers (including his own) as Waffle House grew from a few restaurants in the American south to become a pillar of communities around the country. As president and chief operations officer, he believed that the growth of the company relied upon the development of its people. Building leadership skills throughout an organization is both an obligation and an opportunity. Now, there’s a gap between emerging leaders and those who can help guide them along the way. Men...2022-05-1148 min
MovieDroneEpisode 194 - Lamb (2021)Hello Everyone
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What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawSolve Your Story Not Your Problem with JUNO founder Josh HotsenpillerJosh Hotsenpiller is one of those people you wish you’d known your entire life. And when you meet him, you’ll feel like you did. You see, Josh, devotes a big chunk of his time to building community and he does it with a goal to have a positive impact for all.
He’s done it in as an entrepreneur, leader, and pastor. He’s founder & CEO of JUNO, a rapidly scaling online events platform that delivers connection, education, and engagement. He founded Wisdom Capture which helps organizations share the collective insights of experience across geography and time...2022-03-2140 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw4 Secrets to Turning Ambition into Reality: from Starting Out to Starting Up to Reaching the TopAmbition is defined as a strong desire to achieve. But what does it really mean, in real life? And how do you turn your ambitions into reality? In this mini episode from What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, we talk with four people who absolutely can offer insights on how to achieve your ambition.
Ann Hiatt was an executive partner to Jeff Bezos during the formative years at Amazon and to Eric Schmidt at Google. Her new book Bet On Yourself is available now.
Bob Rief was CEO of Merrell Footwear, Reef Sandals, and...2022-01-2613 minMovieDroneEpisode 178 - Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)Hello Everyone
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What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawMaking People Feel Good About Loving Food with Rude Health Founder Camilla BarnardCamilla Barnard believes people should be able to feel good about loving food, not guilty. Her starting point was one of those good-for-you foods that may not taste so good: muesli. Trouble is that muesli is a commodity category dominated by big food companies, famous brands, and basic store products. Few would have the audacity to start there. She wasn’t a veteran of the food industry nor an expert in consumer marketing. And yet, her company, Rude Health, has become a familiar sight on store shelves and shopping baskets across the UK and Europe.
In this epis...2021-10-2049 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawMaking Marketing Pay with David Taylor, Founder of The BrandgymDavid Taylor has been named one of the world’s 50 leading marketing thinkers by the Chartered Institute of Marketing. His specialty, however, is in real-world, applied marketing…the sort that delivers growth in revenue and in regard. And whether the brand is a product or the proverbial brand you, Taylor has pragmatic advice shaped by 28 years’ experience leading growth projects for some of the world’s biggest global brands.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin and Simon Daw, David talks about his transition from engineer to marketer, crucible moments in life, the four...2021-09-281h 01
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawSolving Big Nasty Problems by Design with Jasmine Burton, founder Wish For WASHJasmine Burton is an industrial designer by training and a social impact designer by choice. She’s a believer that design can help solve important societal problems…and that the next iPhone or app isn’t necessarily one of them. Instead, she’s taking on one of the biggest health problems in the world and one that, ironically, has also had little innovation over the years: sanitation.
In college, she founded Wish For WASH, a social impact startup intended to bring innovation to sanitation. She and her team won a 6-figure innovation prize. Within weeks, they were working o...2021-09-1143 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawCulture, Race, and Cooperation: Setting Aside Fear to Get to Understanding with UCLA Professor Gaye Theresa JohnsonThe world today is deeply divided over politics, covid, race, culture, values, religion, and many other issues. Bridging that chasm is perhaps harder than it’s ever been and yet maybe never more important than it is right now. Dr. Gaye Theresa Johnson of UCLA shares a perspective that fear overhangs much of that discord and recognizing the source of that fear is vital to building cooperation.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin and Simon Daw, Dr. Johnson talks about the capacity for compassion that we all have and how we can...2021-08-2757 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawStriving for Health Span with Dr. Richard HarrisGood health has never been more important or as top of mind as it has been this past year. And many folks wish they’d taken care of their health before they lost it.
“Most people think disease is instantaneous,” said Dr. Richard Harris. However, many physical ailments can take years to develop. Lifestyle choices have a profound impact on health and quality of life. While lifespan is a common focus, Dr. Harris says that striving for health span – the duration of one’s good health – is even more important. His mission is to help people live better qualit...2021-08-0452 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawFrom Thrive to Survive to Revive with Rad Season founder Oli Russell-CowanOli Russell-Cowan was on a mission. It was also his honeymoon. He and his wife were roaming around North, Central, and South America with a plan to surf, see the sights, and experience culture. While surfing and sightseeing were pretty straightforward, they found it hard to find good information about special events like the Day of the Dead in Mexico City. That sparked an idea for a blog, which became a business, and eventually a platform intended to share information, experiences, and logistical help for travelers looking for action sports, music festivals, and cultural events around the world.
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What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawBlanketing the World with Rumpl founder Wylie RobinsonWhat brand of blanket do you have at home? If you’re like most people, you have no idea. If you’re Wylie Robinson then you’re out to change that. Wylie is founder and CEO of Rumpl, the brand of blanket that most people will want when they see it.
It all started in a blizzard. Stranded in a vehicle that wouldn’t start and – of course out of cellphone range – Wylie was inspired to create blankets out of the same high-performance material used in sleeping bags and puffy outdoor jackets. The resulting product ultimately became Rumpl and is...2021-07-0753 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawRising to the Leadership Challenge with Professor Patrick Leddin of Vanderbilt UniversityWhat enables an effective leader? And why do so many fall short? Vanderbilt University’s Patrick Leddin is an expert in helping leaders and teams reach their potential.
Dr. Leddin’s expertise is both academic and practical, and forged across a range of organizations. He served as a U.S. Army airborne, infantry, ranger-qualified officer, managed projects at KPMG Consulting, and partnered with his wife, Jamie, to start an Inc. 5000-recognized company. He teaches strategy, negotiation, marketing, and leadership courses at Vanderbilt. He is an in-demand speaker and author of multiple books on leadership. His latest, The Five...2021-06-2353 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawFrom Baby Talk to Lifetime Language with smallTalk CEO Dean KochWhy is learning another language so difficult? The challenge starts at the beginning…of life.
Babies aren’t born with a specific language but they are equipped to learn from what they hear. The sounds and words they hear from parents and caregivers are vital to their development of language. In fact, babies quickly learn to lock in on familiar sounds and those make up the building blocks of language. All good, right?
Sounds they aren’t exposed to never become part of their verbal repertoire. Years later, as they try to learn another language those...2021-06-1051 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawIt Shouldn’t Take Sickness to Get Well with Mat Franken, Founder of Aunt Fannie’sMat Franken and his wife thought they had parenting all figured out. Having their first child was a breeze. Their second, however, had multiple health issues. Faced with an uncertain diagnosis about the causes of their son’s ailments and unclear direction about how to help, a doctor suggested the Frankens look at chemicals used around their home.
Their research revealed two alarming statistics: the air inside a home is up to 500% more polluted than the air outside simply because of products used to keep it clean. And more than half of children have some form of ch...2021-05-2643 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawBeyond ESG: Action Steps for Bigger Environmental Impact with Mark Tercek, Former CEO of The Nature Conservancy“It’s true that there’s a cost to addressing environmental problems but it’s also true that there’s a much higher cost to not addressing them.” And in Mark Tercek’s view, everyone can and should play a part. The former CEO of The Nature Conservancy believes that the best outcomes for the planet will come at the intersection of government, corporate, institutional, organizational, and individual effort. The common Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria are important but not enough and there are rewards for going above basic compliance levels.
It’s a familiar place to Tercek. With...2021-05-1146 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawFrom Chaos to Creativity: An Insider's Look with the Dean of Innovation and University of Michigan Professor Jeff DeGraffWith the Covid vaccine, the entire planet has just had front row seats to innovation of massive importance, urgency, and scale. What looked like chaos has resulted in crunching the vaccine cycle time from 10 years to 10 months. So how did it happen? And what are the factors that lead to creative and innovative leaps? How can innovation occur in daily life? Jeff DeGraff is the person who knows.
Jeff is an advisor to Fortune 500 companies, a top innovation speaker, a professor at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, and a bestselling author.
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Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 125 - While She Sleeps #2 | Sleeps Society | (Sean Long & Mat Welsh)Sleeps Society. DIY, punk-rock and independent music blueprints, While She Sleeps are our guests on Episode 125 of Sappenin' Podcast! Guitarwizards, Sean Long and Mat Welsh celebrate the release day of their new album with insights into their fan funded community, songwriting secrets and why they're taking it on themselves to change the industry for good. In this conversation, we learn what makes them the most hard working band on the planet, how they're trying to put value back into music, being able to employee their crew during the pandemic, record label vs management pro's and cons, unexpected workloads, providing...2021-04-161h 32
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawOwn Your Story with Eric S. Thomas, Chief Storyteller for the City of Detroit“Purpose is simultaneously absolutely nothing at all and absolutely everything.” How one defines purpose is an individual choice. And it’s all part of their story. Eric Thomas is what happens when you combine a decade of marketing experience, street smarts, and heavy dose of humor to balance it out.
For Eric, storytelling is a business and a way of life. His insights on culture, business, and media help strategists and leaders imagine innovative ways forward, break down old ways of thinking, and empower them along the way. He is an entrepreneur, storyteller, social commentator, brand strategist, artist...2021-04-161h 00
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawUnderstanding Human Behavior and Culture with Business Anthropologist Bob MoraisBob Morais is a go-to person when the goal is to understand human behavior. The business anthropologist has worked with brands such as Coca Cola, Danone, Fairmont Hotels, FreshPet, GlaxoSmithKline, Hain Celestial, Pinnacle Foods, Pfizer, Post, Proctor & Gamble, Sabra, Safeway, Swissotel, and WD-40 to distill customer insights into business strategy. He is a lecturer at Columbia University Business School.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, Bob talks about the techniques to understand human behavior, how culture continually evolves, what cancel culture really means, big data versus thick data, and...2021-04-0156 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawIntentional Diversity with Cody HortonCody Horton grew up as the oldest of his family’s 10 children in a small town in the Texas panhandle. At an early age, he learned what it felt like to be excluded because of race and skin color.
After high school, his family didn’t have the resources or connections to jump start his life with a job or college, so he enlisted in the Navy. His naval recruiter was intentional about recruiting diverse candidates for an officer training program. Cody was selected and earned a commission as a naval officer. That experience changed his life and i...2021-03-2556 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawAt The Intersection of Curiosity and Growth with Steph BarrySteph Barry lives at the intersection of curiosity and growth. From traveling the world as a kid to working around the world in her business, Steph’s inherent curiosity about people and how things work has led her to leading roles in B2B, B2C, public and private companies, higher education, and as an entrepreneur. She has held senior leadership positions with organizations such as Hunter Douglas, Solatube International, Hunter Douglas, the University of California San Diego, and WD-40. She has lived in five countries and speaks four languages. She is co-founder of Advance with AVA, a leadership de...2021-03-1955 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawSwitching off the SatNav to Find Her Own Way with Nicky GoddingNicky Godding is a person of many skills none of which were part of a master plan because she says, “I didn’t have one”. She’s a publisher and has launched award-winning magazines. Publishing, however, is her fourth career. So far.
Before getting into magazines, Nicky ran PR campaigns for clients across Europe. She was equally likely to be flying off to glamor destinations like the South of France, Copenhagen, Paris, Lisbon, Milan, Rome or ‘up and coming ones’ like Bucharest, Vilnius, and Sofia.
Her second career was as a secretary, she says “the only thing I’ve...2021-03-1237 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawThe Quest to Positively Impact 5 Million People with WiHTL Founder and Former Hilton Hotels Exec Tea ColaianniTea Colaianni has never feared setting bold goals. As a child, she decided to become the Italian ambassador to Singapore. While her law and business career took her in a different direction, impact has always been the means by which she measured what she does. Following an executive career with organizations like Hilton Hotels and Merlin Entertainments, Tea set perhaps her boldest goal of all: to make a positive difference to 5 million women and people of color across the hospitality, travel, and leisure industry globally.
Tea is the Founder and Chair of WiHTL – Women in Hospitality, Travel an...2021-02-2857 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 118 - Aaron Pauley (Of Mice & Men / Jamie's Elsewhere)Timeless. Of Mice & Men vocalist, bassist and now producer, Aaron Pauley, is our guest on Episode 118 of Sappenin' Podcast! Celebrate the release of their new EP, as we dive into tales from the bands storybook career and how they're changing the game from a music distribution standpoint. Experience insights into their evolution, using 2021 as a whole year of new music, signing to SharpTone Records, producing all this material, learning from the biggest rock producers, his side project Jamie's Elsewhere, dealing with friends who thinks he's rich, eating candy for breakfast, an amazing Dave Grohl story and a very deep...2021-02-261h 12
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawCreating a Brand while Building a Family with Tubby Todd founders Andrea Faulkner Williams and Brian WilliamsAndrea Faulkner Williams partnered with her husband, Brian Williams, to create a line of bath products for children. In just a few years, their company, Tubby Todd Bath Co., has become famous for great products and for bringing a sense of fun to a daily chore for young families. The Tubby Todd slogan: “Good Clean Fun” is a realistic capture of what they do.
As marketers, we believe the best brands are the ones that are based upon and build community. Andrea and Brian have done exactly that. Tubby Todd has 276,000 followers on Instagram, 100,000 followers on Facebook, and...2021-02-181h 05
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawValuing Sustainability with Planet Arborist Founder John CreatonJohn Creaton is CEO and co-founder of Planet Arborist, a platform designed to provide integrated support for businesses focused on sustainability. Planet Arborist works directly with producers on investment funding, business services, and ratings, and provides guidance on sustainable living.
He was born and educated in Ireland and has lived in Japan, London, and New York. He is now based in the UK. After starting his career as an engineer with Fujitsu in Tokyo, John spent 21 years at Goldman Sachs as a managing director. There he was responsible for global financial technology platforms, international teams, and supporting...2021-02-121h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 116 - Dave Lombardo (Slayer / Misfits / Suicidal Tendencies / Mr. Bungle)Raining Blood. Drum icon, metal legend and rhythm master, Dave Lombardo, is our guest on Episode 116 of Sappenin' Podcast! He's been behind the kit to countless influential bands and now he's on with us? What a mad sentence. As a founding member of Slayer, Lombardo has spent the last four decades changing the game for drummers in every genre. Now a member of Misfits, Suicidal Tendencies, Mr. Bungle and many more, we discuss his living hero status, effect on metal, staying motivated, what separates all his projects, favorite Slayer moments from his twenty-two year stint with the band, the t...2021-02-121h 05
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawThe Culture and Community of Sport with USA Surfing CEO Brandon LoweryBrandon Lowery was a professional athlete…but not in the sports he loved most. While he leaned into skate, snow, and surf, Brandon’s athletic ability aimed him toward a professional soccer life in Europe. A crash ended his soccer career and left him wheelchair bound for two years. His experiences as a traditional sport athlete inspired him to bring the same standards, opportunities, and audiences to action sports. Brandon is CEO of USA Surfing, the national federation for the sport of surfing in the USA. As president of the Global Action Sports Foundation, Brandon works to advance the supp...2021-02-0457 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawBuilding a Leadership Legacy with Hannah Ingram-MooreAcross the globe, Hannah Ingram-Moore has worked with companies such as Whittard of Chelsea, Gap, Fortnum & Mason, Swatch Group, and Mulberry to create and deliver omnichannel strategies, improve the customer journey, and boost international distribution and sales. She currently serves as co-founder, director, and workplace strategist with Maytrix Group, a company dedicated to helping clients achieve step changed revenue growth, effective strategy execution and maximizing people engagement.
Now based near London, Hannah and her family have been honoured to be part of the global phenomenon of fundraising by her father, Captain Sir Tom Moore. Little did they...2021-02-021h 14
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawCapital, Culture, and Community with Hydrostasis founder Dr. Debbie ChenDr. Debbie Chen has many roles in life: parent, founder, advocate, scientist…and Muay Thai fighter. It was in her role as a fighter that she faced the personal struggle of hydrating properly for her sport. The rule of thumb 8-glasses-of-water-a-day is just a guess and not one that works for all. Armed with a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering from Tufts University, Dr. Chen set out to solve the problem and build a business around hydration monitoring. Her company, Hydrostasis, was granted a patent in January 2021.
Starting any company is a hard thing. As a female fo...2021-01-2852 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawAn Insider's View of Executive Recruitment with Mike MeyrickExecutive recruitment has been regarded by many as a bit of a black box. Executives looking for the next role may not know how they can properly participate while companies may not recognize how to forge an effective partnership with a recruitment firm. Mike Meyrick has spent 20 years doing international executive search. Through his firm, Meyrick Consulting, he has helped clients identify talent across industry sectors and global locations.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, Mike shares an insider’s view of executive recruitment, how the industry functions, and wh...2021-01-1254 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawThe Ultimate Customer is the Planet with Muir Energy founder Ian Muir McNallyIan Muir McNally is an acoustical engineer, classically trained musician, hiker, and trail runner. While training to complete the John Muir Trail in California, Ian was trying to eat real food rather than gels and sports bars. “My jaws tired from chewing raw nuts and dehydrated fruit,” he said. That led to an ultimately fruitless search for portable, easier to eat trail food made of natural ingredients. And that led to Ian trying to make stuff for his own use. Encouraged by growing interest from friends and acquaintances, Ian started Muir Energy, a sports nutrition company.
In this...2020-12-1557 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawFrom Singing to Science to Sustainability with Dr. Robert HarwoodDr. Robert Harwood is a scientist, business strategist, food industry expert…and chorister. His first ‘job’ was as a 7-year old chorister at Exeter Cathedral. “It was like having a job anyway. We’d spend hours each week in rehearsals and then perform in front of a couple thousand people at the weekend.”
That discipline and structure – as well as courage – formed the basis for Robert’s academic studies and led him to travel the world researching bugs, jumping out of airplanes, and exploring new professional experiences. Along the way, he developed a special vacuum to collect insects based on c...2020-12-0151 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawThe Unintentional Entrepreneur with ElliptiGO Founder Bryan PateBryan Pate was a runner who couldn't run anymore. Injuries forced him onto elliptical trainers but he grew weary of gym life. When he couldn't find an elliptical to ride outside, he and a partner invented one. His company, ElliptiGO, created a new category of elliptical and stand up bikes. Prior to founding ElliptiGO, he was a consultant at McKinsey, a military intelligence officer in the US Marine Corps, and a law clerk in the US District Court.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, Bryan talks about what drove...2020-11-241h 06
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawBet on Yourself with Former Amazon and Google Exec Ann HiattAnn Hiatt’s first job was with a startup. At age 16. “Leaning into doing hard things,” she joined Amazon out of college and became Executive Business Partner to Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos. In the early years, Amazon’s focus on securing customers rather than profit was considered risky. Also risky: the helicopter that Ann arranged for Bezos. Listen to hear that story.
While pursuing a PhD at UC Berkeley, she was recruited to Google and worked alongside Marissa Mayer on new technology. Ann then became Executive Business Partner and Chief of Staff to Google CEO Erik Schmidt. Ann's 15 y...2020-11-1853 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawThe Rise, Fall, and Redemption of Enrique FialloAs a child, Enrique Fiallo fled Cuba with his mother and literally only the clothes he was wearing. After high school, he worked for AT&T climbing telephone poles to connect service. He was the first in his family to graduate from college. He then launched an IT career working for companies like Ryder and eventually landing as CIO of Entergy. American dream complete, Enrique rose to become CEO of a company he took public on the New York Exchange where he rang the bell. And then he went to prison.
In this episode of What I...2020-11-1259 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawBuilding Brands & Creating Community with Former Merrell Footwear, Nike Golf, Reef, and Sanuk CEO Bob RiefFor just about any outdoor sports or active lifestyle brand that you like, own, or want, there’s a good chance that Bob Rief has been involved. He was behind Merrell Footwear, Reef Sandals, and Sanuk, and as head of Nike Golf, he signed a college kid called Tiger Woods. Bob was also part of Callaway Golf, K2, Nordica, and Raichle-Molitor. A lifelong waterman, Bob knows the sense of authenticity and community inherent in the culture and he’s built it into every brand. He’s a held many titles: board member, CEO, founder, GM, marketing director, president, and sales m...2020-11-101h 05
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawExpertise to Entrepreneurship with Bernie SchroederBernie Schroeder took a tiny ad agency and built it into a billion-dollar global integrated marketing firm with thousands of employees. He then embarked on a journey to share what he'd learned with entrepreneurs all over the world through Ted Talks, books, teaching at universities, and mentoring startup founders in multiple countries. He's the author of Brands & Bullsh*t, Fail Fast or Win Big, Simply Brilliant, and Startup Culture Mindset. As director of the Lavin Entrepreneurship Center, Bernie has built an entrepreneur factory at San Diego State University.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew...2020-11-071h 05
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 102 - Courtney LaPlante (Spiritbox)Holy Roller. The awesome, talented and badass Courtney LaPlante is our guest on Episode 102 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Spiritbox vocalist opens up on a series of topics including the bands recent success, taking the metal world by storm over the last year and the impact of signing a new lucrative deal with Rise Records. Experience exclusive insights into everything from starting this as a project with husband Mike Stringer, their time together in Iwrestledabearonce, working on her vocal techniques, needing surgery, the actual ins and outs of a record deal, confidence trouble, dealing with negative and sexist comments as...2020-11-061h 25
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawTurning Ideas into Value with Ken CharmanKen Charman has built software startups that were acquired by the likes of Deloitte, IBM, Oracle, and SAP. He’s now CEO of uFlexReward, an HR platform that consolidates employee costs and is owned by Unilever. Life as a tech entrepreneur may seem an unlikely route for a person suffering from dyscalculia, a condition sometimes known as dyslexia for numbers. While dyscalculia caused him to mistake a house number and begin a remodeling project on the wrong house as a young man, it hasn’t held him back in his career.
In this episode of What I Wish...2020-11-0353 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 101 - Moon Valjean (Goldfinger / Greek Fire / Ex-Story Of The Year)Until The Day I Die. Motivational music genius, Moon Valjean, is our guest on Episode 101 of Sappenin' Podcast! For the last two decades Moon has been a crucial part to our alternative emo scene having key roles in bands such as Story Of The Year, Greek Fire and now Goldfinger, not to mention hosting a highly popular radio podcast The Rizz Show in the states. In this conversation we experience every chapter of his life from his fifteen year stint in Story Of The Year, their early game changing records like Page Avenue to his 2018 departure, the passion of...2020-10-301h 39
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawSwitching the Field with Bryan FinnertyFew people become professional athletes. Few of those go on to win championships. And fewer still create $100+ million companies. What are the odds of doing all three? Bryan Finnerty odds. The Detroit sports legend rode his work ethic, vision, intensity, and humility to achieve heights on and off the sports field that most could only dream about. Bryan Finnerty is an inspiring story of personal and organizational leadership relevant to people from all walks of life.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, Bryan talks about values, personal leadership, humility...2020-10-271h 00
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 100 - Simon Neil (Biffy Clyro)Mon The Biff. The beautiful mind, body and soul of alternative music, Simon Neil, is our guest on Episode 100 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Biffy Clyro vocal and guitar magician is with us to celebrate our new triple digit era with heartfelt conversations, unbelievable stories and a serious look back at the bands iconic career. Experience exclusive secrets on every chapter of the Biffy book from starting off at toilet venues in Merthyr Tyidfil to headlining the biggest festivals in the world like Download, Reading & Leeds and Isle Of White, his genius songwriting, the unxpected secret cult legacy of their...2020-10-231h 27
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawMaking the Common Good Common Again with Shawn ParrAt some point today, there’s a good chance you’ll interact with a brand that has fingerprints all over it. Not just anyone’s fingerprints, mind you, but Shawn Parr’s fingerprints. Adidas, Campbell’s, CMT, Heineken, Hilton, Mattel, MTV, Nike, Samsung, Starbucks, WD-40, and Westfield have been clients of this business transformation strategist and his team at Bulldog Drummond. Purpose is at the heart of everything he does, personally and professionally.
Following a life-changing trip to Malawi in 2004, Shawn has been committed to finding creative and sustainable ways to make a measurable difference in the world by h...2020-10-2054 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 99 - John Feldmann (Goldfinger / Producer)Superman. Goldfinger icon, producing royalty and musical mastermind, John Feldmann, is our guest on Episode 99 of Sappenin' Podcast! The godfather to the emo scene celebrates our last double digit episode with a bag full of inane stories, day to day insights and caffeine filled madness. Experience what his hectic schedule is really like as we divulge in songwriting secrets, living next door to Travis Barker, exclusive news on new Goldfinger music, their current supergroup line up, his whole introduction to the punk rock world, the early ska days, Tony Hawk Pro Skater, how he discovered The Used, saving Bert...2020-10-161h 18
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawAfter the Fall: Finding Purpose after Setback with Prince Daniels, Jr.Prince Daniels, Jr. was told by a coach that he had a one in a million chance to play college football and a one in a billion chance to play in the NFL. He did both. As a running back at Georgia Tech, he set an NCAA record for rushing yards in a bowl game. He followed his illustrious college career to play for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. Understandably, “football player” became part of how Prince saw himself. And then injury took it all away. The physical aspect was only a part of the toll from the injury. He als...2020-10-131h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 98 - Simon Young (Journalist / Author)Die Laughing. Music journalist, published author and Geordie banter extraordinaire, Simon Young, is our guest on Episode 98 of Sappenin' Podcast! This certified workaholic has a CV full of whirlwinds situations, stories and job titles that even your grandmother would be impressed with. With the release of his new and debut book 'So Much For The Thirty Year Plan: Therapy? The Authorised Biography' available now, Simon dives into his relationship his relationship with the Irish metal titans and talks to us about his wacky carrier. Hear tales from his fifteen years as part of the Kerrang! team, traveling with and...2020-10-091h 19
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawDesigning a Life: A Conversation with Nick DormonNick Dormon is Founding Partner and Strategy Director for Echo -a global Brand Design agency based in London. An engineer by training, a product designer by experience, and a brand strategist by choice, Nick has worked on jets, pets, and the BBC. He's designed telephones for the Danish, letter boxes for the Royal Mail, and steered successful brand innovation, identity and strategy; all delivered with a difference – useful, caring and with sustainability at the forefront.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, Nick reflects on the importance of passion, curiosity, su...2020-10-0849 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawGraced By Grit: An Entrepreneur's Journey with Kate NowlanKate Nowlan is founder of premium women's athletic apparel brand GRACEDBYGRIT, member of the boards of directors of Hylete Inc, San Diego Sport Innovators, Girls on the Run, and the GRACEDBYGRIT Foundation, and author of Graced by Grit: The Entrepreneurial Woman's Guide to Starting a Business with Power, Passion, & Purpose.
In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, Kate talks about creating a brand, the challenges of raising money as a female entrepreneur, and the role men should play in advocacy and allyship for women.
What I Wish I Knew...2020-10-0656 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 97 - Saxl Rose (Neck Deep / Wiz Khalifa / State Champs)Play Smart. Multi talented, saxophone genius and collaboration enthusiast, Saxl Rose, is our guest on Episode 97 of Sappenin' Podcast! The positive and inspirational son of a gun is a figure you MUST of seen jump up everywhere in the alternative, pop punk and rap music scenes over recent years, featuring on tracks, touring and performing with a host of incredible names including: Paramore, Wiz Khalifa, Neck Deep, State Champs, The Used, Chris Brown, Beartooth, Bobby V, Stand Atlantic, Kellin Quinn, Halfnoise, Miss May I and so many more! Get to know the man behind the sax as we find...2020-10-021h 27
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawFrom Mad Man to King and Beyond with Former Burger King CEO J. Jeffrey CampbellJeff Campbell rose from a career on Madison Avenue to become global CEO of Burger King. He also served as Chairman of Pillsbury Restaurant Group, Senior Vice President of Brand Development at Pepsi-Cola, and CEO of Johnny Rockets. He's co-founder of Wisdom Capture, Executive-in-Residence at San Diego State University, writer, speaker and business mentor. In this episode of What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon Daw, Jeff talks about leadership, mentors, culture, and what he learned from being fired as a CEO.2020-09-2757 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 96 - Machine The Producer (Lamb Of God / Fall Out Boy / Every Time I Die / Four Year Strong / Hed PE)Gutter Phenomenon. Music producing, mixing and mastering icon, Machine, is our guest on Episode 96 of Sappenin' Podcast! If you're a regular listener of ours, you've heard countless stories about this true industry legend, but now we finally get to experience his creative mind for ourselves. Machine is a regarded as one of the most prestige and important figures in our scene and the man behind the desk and success to so many of our favorite bands, albums and singles from a variety of rock sub genres. With a discography of working with bands such as: Fall Out Boy, Every T...2020-09-251h 29
The Green RushThe Green Rush’s 150th Hostful Episode
A message from Green Rush host Anne Donohoe:
Dear Green Rush friends – Happy 150th episode day!
The Green Rush podcast started as an experiment three years ago (!) and now, 150 episodes later, we have become one of the “go to” podcasts in the industry! We now get pitched (every day!) by other PR pros wanting their execs to come on. It’s been a wild ride! When we started this, I thought we’d maybe do 10 episodes and call it a day. I mean who else would be willing to talk to us?!
Turns out...2020-09-2448 min
What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawWelcome to What I Wish I Knew with Mike Irwin & Simon DawLife and career rarely go to plan. Breakthroughs happen on the ragged edge when things aren't quite going as expected. Self-aware people learn from those trials. What I Wish I Knew podcast hosts Mike Irwin and Simon Daw explore lessons learned by everyone, including athletes, creators, entrepreneurs, leaders, writers, and difference makers. They have three things in common: none are perfect, all are humble, and they've learned a few things along the way. In What I Wish I Knew, they share those lessons with you.
Mike Irwin is an advisor, business strategist, entrepreneur, and writer. He served a...2020-09-2006 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 95 - Mikaila Delgado (Yours Truly)Self Care. Lyrical sweetheart and punk rock queen, Mikaila Delgado, is our guest on Episode 95 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Yours Truly vocalist celebrates the release day of their debut studio album with us as we get into some serious and silly conversations. We've heard SO MUCH about this band (and how cool Mikaila is) over the last year that we thought this was the perfect opportunity to get to know her and the bands biggest secrets. Dive into insights behind the records crustal mental health themes, addressing topics like self worth, grief, anxiety and imposer syndrome, growing up on...2020-09-1856 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 94 - Hassle Records: 15th Year Anniversary (Wez & Mease)Cutting Our Teeth. One of Europe's most important labels, Hassle Records, are our guests on Episode 94 of Sappenin' Podcast! As the record label celebrates its 15th year anniversary, founder Wez and project manager Mease join us for a chance to pick their brains about our favourite releases and a round table dissuasion about what really goes on behind the scenes. Hear about their involvement with bands like Alkaline Trio, We Are The Ocean, Frank Iero, Canterbury, Alexisonfire, Cancer Bats, Lonely The Brave, Casey, Four Year Strong and more to what life is really like as an independent label, industry...2020-09-111h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 93 - Four Year Strong (Alan Day & Dan O'Connor)Brain Pain. Massachusetts bearded punk legends, Four Year Strong are our guests on Episode 93 of Sappenin' Podcast! Alan Day and Dan O'Connor take a chaotic and laughable trip down memory lane with us as they open up on pretty much everything FYS ever. Get stories on their bizarre lockdown adventures, coming to terms with a new normal, digesting the reaction to their new album, why they're so proud of these songs, the legacy of their classic albums Rise Or Die Trying and Enemy of the World, silly song titles and movie references, artwork inspirations, producers and songwriting, how the...2020-09-041h 32
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 92 - Aaron Gillespie (Underoath)Erase Me. The absolute iconic drummer, vocalist and songwriter that is Aaron Gillespie is our guest on Episode 92 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Underoath creative visionary joins us for a set of honest, funny and in-depth conversations on his astonishing career as we cover everything from the bands impact to their genre defying sound, revisiting cult favorite records for The Observatory live streams, the reasoning for originally leaving and eventually rejoining, secretly recording new music, personal life in lockdown, the recent birth of his second child, cooking, religion, writing for other artists, his side project The Almost and much more...2020-08-281h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 91 - Ryan Potter (The Hunna)I Wanna Know. Indie turned emo punk visionary Ryan Potter is our guest on Episode 91 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Hunna vocalist opens up on the bands incredible journey of highs and lows as they finally have the platform to express themselves. Experience their new era as he discusses their reimagined sound and heavy attitudes, record label heartache, evolving with freedom on new album 'I'd Rather Die Than Let You In', explicit backstage politics, almost breaking up to now working with a collection of his childhood heroes in Fall Out Boy, Blink-182, Twenty One Pilots and My Chemical Romance, personal...2020-08-2156 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 90 - Bonnie Fraser (Stand Atlantic)Pink Elephant. Australia's emo vibe queen Bonnie Fraser is our guest on Episode 90 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Stand Atlantic vocalist returns for her own dedicated episode to not only tell us everything going on with the band and their journey, but her own personal stories of her life, love and insane career. Buckle up for a wholesome, deep and chaotic series of conversations on the most random elements you can ever imagine as we celebrate the release of their sophomore studio album, Skinny Dipping reaching 25 million streams worldwide, the pressure she puts on herself, what dark secrets she's actually...2020-08-141h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 89 - Matt Cutshall (Emo's Not Dead)Emo's Not Dead. Internet personality sensation and awesomely talented human Matt Cutshall is our guest on Episode 89 of Sappenin' Podcast! The 'Felt Emo Might Delete Later' cult leader is doubling up on the eyeliner as he talks to us about the rejuvenation of everything alternative. Get those skinny jeans on and prepare for a wild ride as we get all the gossip on his insane career of acting, comedy, creating viral content, how these emo videos actually started, re-inspiring the scene, working with bands like The Used and Hawthorne Heights, future dream collaborations, his time as a vocalist in...2020-08-071h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 88 - In Hearts Wake (Jake Taylor & Kyle Erich)Worldwide Suicide. Australian metalcore environmentalists In Hearts Wake are our guests on Episode 88 of Sappenin' Podcast! Jake Taylor and Kyle Erich take time to showcase how they're trying to save the planet with all the eco-friendly efforts they are taking with their new album Kaliyuga and how the music industry can do their part, mixed with some insanely random conversations. Yes this is a random and educational at the same time. Listen to the four of us talk carbon footprints, plants, recycled vinyl, heavy riffs, Australian rap, didgeridoos, a lockdown wedding, Trump, Wetherspoons, football, nuclear weapons, awful puns, unique t...2020-07-311h 27
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 87 - Neck Deep #2: Neck Deeper (Ben Barlow & Seb Barlow)All Distortions Are Intentional. Britain's finest pop punk exports Neck Deep are our guests on Episode 87 of Sappenin' Podcast! Ben Barlow returns with his brother Seb Barlow for a series of celebrations to commemorate the release day of their new album (and this time it's deeper... Neck Deeper). Listen to a host of insight, banter and chaos as the four of us discuss the band's slight change in sound, dealing with massive pressure behind the scenes, how Seb finally became a official member after being involved since day one, his established producing career, an update on the whole FUCK...2020-07-241h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 86 - Knuckle Puck (Joe Taylor & Nick Casasanto)Breathe. Chicago emo punk force, Knuckle Puck are our guests on Episode 86 of Sappenin' Podcast! Joe Taylor and Nick Casasanto take a step into the weird and wonderful world of Sappenin' as they open up on their new alum 20/20, their reputation as one of the pop punk scenes most friendly figures, collaborating with Derek from Mayday Parade, finding themselves in similar situations as their musical idols, early demos, breaking down on tour, unsuspected show situations, their favorite conspiracies, The Beatles, Avril Lavigne, the future and more! Lovely and uplifting conversations from a bunch of rad humans. Turn it up...2020-07-171h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 85 - Will Gould (Creeper)Sex, Death & The Infinite Void. Punk's gothic cult leader Will Gould is our guest on Episode 85 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Creeper vocalist draws back the curtains on the bands theatrics, characters and concepts that’s made them the rock titans they are today, in a very artistic conversation that shows their true identity. Get honest insights into their year away from the spotlight, new music, chasing the runaway American dream, unexpected inspirations, creating a real and passionate cult fan base, dramatic image changes, songwriting, mental health, the future and more! Plus find out how we almost got former guest Han...2020-07-101h 21
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 84 - State Champs (Derek DiScanio & Tyler Szalkowski)The Finer Things. International pop punk sweethearts, State Champs are our guests on Episode 84 of Sappenin' Podcast! Derek Discanio and Tyler Szalkowski celebrate the bands tenth year anniversary with a host of candid conversations as we reminisce their journey to becoming one of this generations most influential acts. Uncover unique and untold stories from countless world tours to their first ever practice, becoming the songwriting machines they are today, collaborating with Simple Plan, All Time Low and Blink-182, revisiting their acoustic side with the new Unplugged EP, undergoing speech therapy, chicken nuggets and so much more! We really hit...2020-07-031h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 83 - Bury Tomorrow (Daniel Winter-Bates & Davyd Winter-Bates)The Union of Crowns. British metalcore champions Bury Tomorrow are our guests on Episode 83 of Sappenin' Podcast! Brothers Daniel and Davyd Winter-Bates provide touching yet hilarious conversations on everything from their new album Cannibal to their inspirational work as part of the NHS, all while building a passionate community with their fans. Experience insights into their most angry and honest material to date, mental health stigmas, creating safe spaces, growing as a band during the MySpace era, weird backstage scenarios, freaking out to their idols, twitch streaming, their own independent clothing company, tour injuries, tips for looking after yourself...2020-06-261h 37
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 82 - Northlane (Marcus Bridge & Josh Smith)Quantum Flux. Australian metal-core giants, Northlane are our guests on Episode 82 of Sappenin' Podcast! Marcus Bridge and Josh Smith join us for an episode full of wild stories and deep conversations. Get all the gossip on their new single 'Enemy of The Night', taking the band to the next level with latest record 'Alien', extremely personal lyrics, taking business risks, unbelievable and candid ideas for a post pandemic tour, pure Aussie mannerisms, strange rumors, and so much more including... cricket! Oooh yes, we cover everything! One of the alternative scenes real titans at the moment and we had a...2020-06-191h 17
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 81 - Ben Bruce (Asking Alexandria)Like A House On Fire. Alternative metal guitar wizard Ben Bruce is our guest on Episode 81 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Asking Alexandria visionary joins us for a host of wild and silly conversations on an insane career of riffs, breakdowns, acting and more! Get exclusive gossip and secrets on the bands new album with insights into their evolution of songwriting, working with Matt Good as a producer, the early days, having Danny Worship return on vocals, strange YouTube comments, starting his acting career with American Satan (featuring Andy Black), it’s upcoming spin off series ‘Paradise City’, meeting unexpected movie...2020-06-121h 13
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 80 - Jordan Pundik (New Found Glory)Greatest of all Time. The uncrowned king of pop-punk Jordan Pundik is our guest on Episode 80 of Sappenin' Podcast! New Found Glory's lyrical genius shares a host of laugh and creative conversations not only about their upcoming album Forever + Ever x Infinity but his love and new business adventure in coffee, becoming a qualified tattooist, wild ink stories, drawing talents, the bands insane 23 year journey, unexpected influences, their roots, basketball obsessions, predicting the future, cool merch, being a father in quarantine, Back To The Future, some of the BEST IDEAS EVER and many more shenanigans. Recording this was an...2020-06-051h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 79 - Dance Gavin Dance (Tilian Pearson & Jon Mess)We Own The Night. Experimental emo cult icons, Dance Gavin Dance are our guests on Episode 79 of Sappenin' Podcast! Vocal duo Jon Mess and Tilian Pearson open up on the bands new album Afterburner with candid conversations on their evolution, creating artistic and cartoon worlds, always pushing genres boundaries, fart joke lyrics and some absolutely wild life experiences including strange fan interactions, on stage cringe moments and their favorite hallucinogenic drug stories. Yes! We get into EVERYTHING! Take a trip inside their minds and receive the most honest insight into one of the scenes most influential bands yet. Turn...2020-05-291h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 78 - Benjamin Langford-Biss (Bleak Soul / Ex-As It Is)Existential Meditation. Benjamin Langford-Biss is our guest on Epiosde 78 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Ex-As It Is songwriter and guitarist celebrates his return to the music world with us as he unleashes the release of his new project Bleak Soul. Making his second appearance on the podcast, we discover exclusive insights into his debut solo album with honest conversation on these songs, his time away from the spotlight, finally fulfilling a childhood dream, going competently independent, weird influences, how he almost gave up on music all together and more including everything As It Is from why he decided to leave...2020-05-221h 01
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 77 - Matt Good (Producer / From First To Last)Make War. Emo guitar wizard, songwriting genius and producing icon, Matt Good is our guest on Episode 77 of Sappenin’ Podcast! Dive into exclusive insights on all his crazy workings and projects with never told before stories on From First To Last with clarity on their current status, all the gossip and reflection from their 2017 original line up reunion with Skrillex, the time Wes Borland from Limp Bizkit joined the band and even answers to those heavy rumors on new music, all while picking his brain on how he’s made countless incredible records behind the mixing desk with the like...2020-05-151h 12
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 76 - Hyro The HeroGhetto Ambiance. Hip-Hop turned metal mastermind, Hyro The Hero is our guest on Episode 76 of Sappenin' Podcast! Experience exclusive insights into his wild career from creating cover remixes in quarantine to secrets on his next album, crazy feature ideas, his early emo mix-tapes, how he first decided to try and blend the two genres, creating a connection to preform with everyone from Asking Alexandra to Wu-Tang Clan, his mind blowing job of babysitting a rock icons child, breaking records and his feature on 'Higher and Higher' by The Blackout with his side of how it happened, the aftermath that...2020-05-081h 00
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 75 - Matthew Leone (Madina Lake)Playing with Fire. Artistic mastermind, music genius and wholesome soul, Matthew Leone is our guest on Episode 75 of Sappenin Podcast! The Madina Lake bassist celebrates the bands return with secrets behind their first new single in nine years verses their emotional career journey. Experience exclusive insights on their current status, working on a new EP, what changed between their break up and reunion, hidden concepts and connections between every record, creative side projects, the determent River People fan base, becoming a part time British citizen, his charity work, dealing with Covid-19 quarantine, wild tour stories and so much more...2020-05-011h 13
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 74 - Bert McCracken (The Used)Heartwork. The voice to an entire emo generation, Bert McCracken is our guest on Episode 74 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Used vocalist celebrates the release of the bands new album with exclusive and candid conversations on creating a positive artistic release, the bands legacy and evolution, his relationship with long time producer John Feldmann, sneaking onto tour buses, the truth on the original line up, mad features and secret songs he's lent his voice to, creating his own brand of weed, misunderstandings of the past, who would play him in a movie, dealing with Covid-19, the most insane experiences, reminiscing...2020-04-241h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 73 - Thomas Ian Nicholas (Actor / Musician)Frat Party! Hollywood movie star, feel good musician and overall gentleman Thomas Ian Nicholas is our guest on Episode 73 of Sappenin' Podcast. The lead to numerous cult classic films including the American Pie franchise, Rookie of the Year and Walt Before Mickey opens up in a wonderful, honest and funny conversation about his mad career, the movie business and his ‘Thomas Nicholas Band’. Dive into exclusive news on new material, his latest single iWant, never straying from his two loves, The Dangerous Summer, his latest project Adverse with Mickey Rourke, comic-con experiences, whisky, sheep, Stifflers Mom, working with charity and so...2020-04-171h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 72 - Luke Johnson (Lowlives / Lostprophets)Burn Forever. Hard hitting drum machine, beautiful soul and amazing human, Luke Johnson is our guest on Episode 72 of Sappenin' Podcast! The man behind the kit to some absolutely insane and important bands in the alternative rock scene gives us a look into his crazy career with exclusive news on his new band Lowlives, starting up No Devotion and why he decided to leave, making contacts in the early days with Beat Union, Amen, session drumming, teching for AFI, Panic! At The Disco and Alexisonfire, being a father, his Brummie / Cockney / Californian accent, mad auditions and so much more...2020-04-101h 35
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 71 - Hawthorne Heights (JT Woodruff & Matt Ridenour)Sappenin' is for Lovers. Emo gatekeepers, Hawthorne Heights are our guests on Episode 71 of Sappenin' Podcast! JT Woodruff and Matt Ridenour unleash an honestly brutal, funny and refreshing look into their lives on the road over the last two decades. Celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut studio album 'The Silence of Black and White' with amazing stories on how the record was made and their feelings towards it now, overcoming jaded moments, seeing their audience grow up and connecting with a whole new generation of fans, embracing emo nostalgia, their plans for having time off at home, hilarious...2020-04-031h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 70 - Caleb Shomo (Beartooth)Disease. The multi talented, musical in-cyclopedia that is Caleb Shomo is our guest on Episode 70 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Beartooth frontman invites us into the bands tour bus for a mind blowing conversation on all things music, life and happiness. Hear Caleb take time to reflect on the bands rise over their last three records, how this project started as almost a joke, his former band Attack Attack! (US), catching the songwriting bug with writing, recording and producing EVERYTHING, his mix-tape list of his own collaborations, names he's almost worked with, mad John Feldman stories, worst criticism, getting bullied...2020-03-271h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 69 - Alex Sim-Wise (OnlyFans / Get Your Bits Out)In the words of Bill and Ted...Sixty-nine dudes! Alternative modeling superstar, author, presenter and sexy consultant, Alex Sim-Wise is our guest on Episode 69 of Sappenin' Podcast. As one of the top creators on OnlyFans, we get invited to find out how "working in the sexy world" really is with her self help website and workshop books in "Get Your Bits Out", strange requests and celebrity DM's, experiences and journeys working for Front Magazine, MTV and BBC Radio 1, being a mother in her industry, time in the music scene, going big on her mad wedding, favourite taboo smells, sexy...2020-03-201h 50
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 68 - Joel Birch (The Amity Affliction)Misery. Joel Birch from The Amity Affliction is our guest on Episode 68 of Sappenin' Podcast! Turn it up and join Sean and Morgan to find out Sappenin' this week!Follow Us on Social Media:Twitter: @sappeninpodInstagram: @sappeninpod Special thank you to our Sappenin' Podcast Patreons:Join the Sappenin' Podcast Community: Patreon.com/Sappenin.Dayna Lasnover, Kylie Wheeler, John Price, Emma Barber, Janelle Caston, Liam Connolly, Paul Hirschfield, Nathan Crawshaw, Scarlet Charlton, Kelly Irwin, Drew Styles, Sam Ledgerwood, Mitch Perry, Becca Vaughan, Caden DenOudst...2020-03-131h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 67 - John O'Callaghan (The Maine)You Are OK. Flamboyant alternative emo songwriter, John O'Callaghan is our guest on Episode 67 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Maine vocalist takes time to dive into the world of their 8123 community by playing us top secret demos of new music, their evolution of sound in recent albums, trying to create an experience, the old MySpace days, keeping up with pop culture, Greta Thunberg, trying to keep everything independent, his upcoming wedding, updates on their drummer Pat's new born baby, letting fans interpret his lyrics, causing chaos for The Blackout on Warped Tour in 2009, getting twitter trolled by Adam Lazzara from...2020-03-061h 01
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 66 - Loathe (Kadeem France & Feisal El-Khazragi)I Let It in and It Took Everything. British metal titans Loathe are our guest on Episode 66 of Sappenin' Podcast! Kadeem and Feisal take time to reflect on the surreal period that has been the release of their second studio album. Experience their reactions to seeing the record blow up online, how the songs were made, having their idols in Deftones, Architects and Good Charlotte post their approval, changing as people, secret family member features, coming to terms with life on the road, working with Ryan Richards from Funeral For A Friend, shocking elements of the industry, snare drums...2020-02-281h 23
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 65 - Shane Told (Silverstein / Lead Singer Syndrome)A Beautiful Place to Drown. One of the most inspirational emo vocalists, songwriters and talkers of our generation, Shane Told is our guest on Episode 65 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Silverstein frontman celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the band with a hilarious, love filled and passionate conversation about their growth, all the secrets behind their new album, it's list of guest collaborations, how the emo scene has evolved, Discovering The Waterfront, his love for Morgans puns, some of the best road stories we've ever heard, THAT Hollywood Undead tour with The Blackout, his podcasting world, vocalist problems, 2000 Trees, life and...2020-02-211h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 64 - Michael "Padge" Paget (Bullet For My Valentine)Hearts Burst Into Fire. Heavy metal riff master and hilarious Welsh gentleman, Michael "Padge" Paget is our guest on Episode 64 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Bullet For My Valentine guitarist gives us an exclusive insight into the bands next chapter as they take time off following their unstoppable touring cycle of latest record Gravity for our Valentines Day special (see how well planned out we are). Get new takes on some of Bullets craziest achievements over the last fifteen years including new ideas, The Poison, inspiring a generation of guitarists, bizarre fan meetings, line up changes, hanging out with everyone...2020-02-141h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 63 - Jordan Buckley (Every Time I Die)New Junk Aesthetic. Hardcore guitar virtuoso and beautiful artist, Jordan Buckley is our guest on Episode 63 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Every Time I Die axemen opened up backstage at Manchester, UK as we get an exclusive insights into working on their new studio album with riff and songwriting ideas, recording with producer Will Putney, the lasting legacy of Low Teens, how ETID has evolved over the years, their crazy touring schedules, going on the road with While She Sleeps, finding yoga and meditation, his paintings, the future and so much more! What a wonderful human, prepare for a look...2020-02-071h 02
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 62 - While She Sleeps (Lawrence Taylor & Mat Welsh)Silence Speaks. Punk metals finest While She Sleeps are our guests on Episode 62 of Sappenin' Podcast! Loz and Mat take time to reflect on the bands biggest run of shows to date after selling out Brixton and Manchester Academy and open up on their famous DIY mindset that's taken them to the next level. Experience hilarious and insightful conversations about their passion for changing the music industry, how they decided to make their own warehouse as a work base, new music plans, So What?, connecting with their audience, not taking anything for granted, riffs, new influences, tour injuries, sharing...2020-01-311h 28
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 61 - Milk Teeth (Becky Blomfield & Em Foster)Owning Your Okayness. Everybody's favorite punk rock mates Milk Teeth are our guests on Episode 61 of Sappenin' Podcast! Becky and Em give us all the gossip and exclusive news behind their upcoming Self-Titled studio album in a real lovely conversation of hilarious laughing fits, mad rants and real band life stories. Get all the insight on the new songs and their evolution as a band as they open the door on everything from weird personal obsessions to keeping the grunge vibe alive, going back to their raw recording roots, unexpected talents, paying rent, Watford football club, ASMR, Elton John...2020-01-241h 05
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithBonus. 1 - Matt Riddle (WWE)The Bro That Runs The Show. WWE wrestling superstar and former UFC fighter Matt Riddle features on this special bonus episode of Sappenin' Podcast! As the road to sports entertainments biggest night of the year, WreslteMania fast approaches with the Royal Rumble, the nerdy wrestling fans inside of us wanted to share this brilliant, funny and insightful mini-conversation we had with one of the best wrestlers on the planet today. The original bro steps inside the podcast cage with us to lay the raw smackdown on a number of highlights in his career including his move to NXT from...2020-01-2121 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 60 - YONAKA (Theresa Jarvis & Alex Crosby)Don't Wait 'Till Tomorrow. Fired up alternative rockstars, Yonaka are our guests on Episode 60 of Sappenin' Podcast! Theresa and Alex invite us to a backstage look into their groundbreaking past twelve months with the release of their debut studio album, breaking genre boundaries, being accepted by a mixture of fans, strange gifts, how their lyrics have helped a lot of people they meet on the road, boxing obsessions, tour fails, horror film inspirations, a new found love for cooking, collaborations, new music, plans for 2020 and more! A pure, insightful and relaxed conversation from a band taking over. Turn it...2020-01-1751 min
The Don Tony ShowTWIWH Episode 37 (09/11 – 09/17) #ThrowbackTuesdayRUNNING TIME: 3 Hours 39 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: Episode 37 (09/11 - 09/17) Audio: Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl: Eddie Gilbert and Ricky Morton battle Atsushi Onita and Masa Fuchi. Ric Flair def Dusty Rhodes to win NWA World Heavyweight Title for the first time. Hulk Hogan's Rock N Wrestling Cartoon premieres on CBS. Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan team up in the booth for the first time. Looking back at Saturday Night's Main Event (1986). The Quebecers def Steiner Brothers for the WWF Tag Team Titles - on a DQ. Audio: Tatanka (representing WWF) def Jerry Lawler for USWA Unified Heavyweight Championship. Audio: More...2018-09-143h 38
DISSONANCE7-28-11 Punk Life Zine presents: Dead MeadowGuest Host: Don Irwin (Punk Life zine) |Playlist:...The Soul Searchers - Ashley's Roachclip - The Soul Searchers |Tinariwen - Assouf |Robert Plant and Justin Adams - Win My Train Fare Home |Burning Spear - Throw Down Your Arms |Funkadelic - Biological Speculation |Dead Meadow - 'Til Kingdom Come |Bo Diddley - Crackin' Up |Jason Simon - A House Up on a Hill |Jerusalem Jerusalem - Murderer |Townes van Zandt - Snake Mountain Blues |13th Floor Elevators - Street |Clap - May |Amanaz...2011-07-282h 37