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The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman

Ryan Berman talks to thought leaders from around the globe in business, sports and entertainment to uncover what it means to be courageous in today"s world.

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00:53:11

Erin Levzow - CMO at MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/12/20

“Dance! Nothing left for me to do but dance. Off these bad times I'm going through, just dance!”- JamiroquaiMom. Marketer. Ball Room Dancer. Care-giving Nurse? In a blink, much had to change in the life of the multi-talented, marketing extraordinaire Erin Levzow since her last appearance on the Courageous Podcast. At work, she left tacos for a sweeter treat, now serving as the CMO at MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM where she helps all transcend into play to create unforgettable memories. As we must never

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00:43:08

Mary Olson-Menzel - Founder & CEO at MVP Executive...

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/12/13

Discovering what lights you up can be a dark journey. Mary Olson-Menzel helps leaders by shining a flashlight on their path to help them illuminate where they want to go. As an Expert Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, and Author, Mary excels in fostering businesses grounded in profound connections, excellence, and sustained inspiration. In her conversation with Ryan, Mary delves into the art of cutting through the noise to gain crystal-clear insights into leadership aspirations. The two explore the

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00:51:21

Neal Bloom - Managing Partner at Interlock Capital

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/12/06

Starting his career as an Aerospace Engineer where he launched 84 astronauts into space, Neal Bloom now spends his time launching tech companies. As a Managing Partner at Interlock Capital, Neal helps find, evaluate, fund, and support the best technology companies through their venture fund and angel investor syndicate. In his conversation with Ryan, Neal drops lots of gems for aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs alike. He touches on the notion that not all money is created equal, reminding

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00:45:04

Ruth Hughes - GM Kellanova Europe, High Growth Markets

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/11/29

Change is an inevitable force, and over the span of 16 years, Ruth Hughes has witnessed a significant transformation both in the world and her career at Kellanova (formerly Kellogg's). Currently serving as the General Manager in Europe of High Growth Markets, Ruth oversees operations across 28 countries, steering the ship for iconic brands such as Pringles, Rice Krispies, and Pop Tarts, among many others. Connecting with Ryan from her home in Ireland, Ruth sheds light on the intricacies of managing

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00:46:50

Morgan Buehler Zanotti - Co-Founder & President of...

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/11/22

What’s it like to board a rocket ship? Just ask Morgan Buehler Zanotti. Morgan was in the flight deck as Co-Founder & President of Primal Kitchen through its explosive growth from 0-50 million in just 3 years. In her conversation with host Ryan Berman, Morgan takes us on the journey from her plans to start a surf-yoga retreat in South America, to leading Primal Kitchen’s acquisition by Kraft-Heinz in 2018. Almost five years to the day of the purchase, Morgan recounts the plan she and her co-founder

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00:47:04

Doug Vosik - Chief Marketing & Ticket Sales Officer...

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/11/15

0-7 at home the year before. The 2nd and 3rd pick of last year's NFL draft. A first time Head Coach. The Houston Texans seemed to be moving in the wrong direction. At best? A slow cooked rebuild that could take 1000 days. But the NFL and its fans learned fast that this was anything but the truth. On this episode of The Courageous Podcast, we get a front row seat to witness a revamped culture that have helped land the 5-4 Texans in the smack of a playoff hunt. We're joined by Chief Marketing & Ticket

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00:59:55

Andrew Vassiliadis - Chairman at San Diego Loyal SC

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/11/08

Over the past 4 years, Andrew Vassiliadis has been living a love story. Serving as Chairman of the San Diego Loyal SC, a team that was founded with soccer legend Landon Donovan, Andrew remained loyal to his mission of bringing professional soccer back to San Diego. In a candid conversation with Ryan, Andrew shares “all the feels” including his courageous decision to sunset his club with the arrival of a new San Diego MLS franchise set to debut in 2025. As the team played its final match on October

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00:46:25

Christopher Knight - Co-Founder at Former Prodigy Media

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/11/01

At the tender age of 11, Christopher Knight was a ubiquitous presence on small screens across America, portraying the iconic character Peter Brady. Fast forward to today, and Christopher has embarked on a new cinematic journey as the Co-founder of Former Prodigy Media, a production company he established alongside the two-time Emmy Award-nominated producer, Phil Viardo. In his conversation with host Ryan Berman, Christopher offers listeners an exclusive glimpse into his latest endeavor, "Truelove:

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00:43:55

Meryl Rosenthal - CEO at FlexPaths

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/10/25

Be the change. Meryl Rosenthal is the CEO and Co-founder of FlexPaths, a company that has chaperoned meaningful change within organizations such as Guardian, Ameritas, The Greater Boston Food Bank, and many more. For over two decades, Meryl and her team have brought future-of-work innovation, inspiration, and agility to today’s workplaces, advocating for flexible work before it was “cool”. In her conversation with Ryan, Meryl speaks on the many courageous moves leaders had to make during the

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00:54:49

Jae Goodman - Founder and CEO of Superconnector Studios

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/10/18

Why interrupt the entertainment when you can create it? Jae Goodman is Founder and CEO of Superconnector Studios, a Management Consultancy, Brand Entertainment Producer, and Talent-Led-Consumer-Product Accelerator. His thesis that brands can create entertainment has earned him thirty-six Cannes Lions, seventeen Webby awards, four Emmys from twelve Emmy nominations, and four Gold Effies including the coveted David vs. Goliath. In his conversation with host Ryan Berman, Jae gives an overview of his

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01:11:27

DNA of Purpose with Rebecca Maklad: Ryan Berman...

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/10/11

This week we are featuring an episode of the podcast DNA of Purpose with Rebecca Maklad that Ryan was honored to be a guest on a few weeks ago. The conversation spans across the globe from Rebecca’s studio in Australia to Ryan’s in California. Ryan and Rebecca deep dive into courage. They discuss its evolution, especially in the post-pandemic world, and its personal manifestations urging transformation. . Delving into its dual nature, they observe how it equips us to maintain operational momentum,

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00:46:10

James Heller - CEO of Wrapify

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/10/04

Persistence and focus. These are the two most important words in James Heller’s business vocabulary. James is CEO of Wrapify, a performance-driven ad tech platform for brands powered by OOH and the gig-economy. With over 550,000 gig workers enrolled, Wrapify is changing the way companies connect online and offline advertising. In his conversation with host Ryan Berman, James shares why the word no means nothing in business, and gives some tangible advice to entrepreneurs looking to pitch

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00:41:48

Doug Zarkin - Author of "Moving Your Brand Out Of The...

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/09/27

You can teach the skill, but you can’t teach the will. Meet proven marketing leader Doug Zarkin who has a remarkable track record of building brands and delivering for companies like Victoria’s Secret, Avon, and Pearle Vision. In his conversation with Ryan, Doug shares a handful of gems from his forthcoming book, "Moving Your Brand Out Of The Friend Zone", a playbook to elevate your brand beyond consumer friendship. The two also dive into the importance of "thinking human”, why a decision by

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00:48:48

Paul Hutchinson - Founder of Child Liberation Foundation

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/09/20

The universe had different plans for Paul Hutchinson who, today, is the Executive Producer of Sound of Freedom which grossed more than $100 Million in box office sales within its first 2 weeks. While he was training to be a doctor, Paul suffered a life altering injury in a horrible car accident. Unable to pursue his path in medicine, Paul pivoted and co-founded what turned out to be a multi-billion dollar company in Bridge Investment Group Partners. Today, not only does Paul raise and donate

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00:51:34

Kate Winick - Social Media & Brand Marketing Expert

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/09/13

Kate Winick is a Social Media Swiss Army Knife. She is a keynote speaker, thought leader, and an elite player in building social media programs for brands like Clique, Elle, and, most recently, Peloton. Her work has appeared in ELLE, Who What Wear, Today, Yahoo, and Martha Stewart. In her conversation with host Ryan Berman, Kate shares her journey from journalist to social media guru and many lessons she has learned along the way. They discuss what it was like to lead a social media team at a

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00:41:21

Gary Ware - Founder of Breakthrough Play

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/09/06

Unleash the power of play. Gary Ware integrates playfulness into every aspect of his work. It’s not for the sake of play itself, but to help teams unlock and be more productive. He is an author, founder, speaker, and improv actor who quickly discovered that combining improv and play could be a powerful solution to achieving various business challenges. Thus, Breakthrough Play was born. In their conversation, Gary gives actionable advice on how he goes about opening up a team to have a hard but

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00:50:49

Shelby Stanger - Author of Will to Wild

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/09/06

Don't be afraid to take the scenic route. Shelby Stanger treats everything in life like an adventure. Whether it’s writing her latest book, Will to Wild, or hosting her hit podcast Wild Ideas Worth Living, she embraces the peaks, valleys, and everything in between. In her conversation with host Ryan Berman, Shelby speaks on the transformational power an outdoor adventure can have to build courage and inspire new ideas. The two also touch on the popular concept that you are the sum of the five

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00:50:20

Eason Yang - Founder & Design Director at NED

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/08/09

Eason Yang was on top of his game in his career until cancer shattered his life at the age of 33. But you know what they say about tough times—they reveal the toughest people. Instead of letting the cancer blues bring him down, Eason willed his way into social entrepreneurship and birthed NED (Not Entirely Dead) to take on the biased systems that put cancer survivors and career gaps in a bind. Within just 18 months of its launch, Eason bagged the AIGA Social Design Award in 2022 and even snatched

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00:48:27

Michael Marquis - CEO at Raw Sugar

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/08/02

Michael Marquis is the CEO at Raw Sugar, a national lifestyle brand that makes clean, premium, and healthy living products affordable. Prior to Raw Sugar, Michael held several major executive roles at Johnson & Johnson where he oversaw the success of brands such as Clean & Clear®, Listerine®, and the OGX® hair care brand. In a candid conversation with Ryan, Michael shares invaluable insights emphasizing the importance of team structure and relentless dedication to continuous improvement. We’ll also

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00:44:20

Nicole Ayers - Business Unit Director at General Mills

The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman ·

2023/07/26

Meticulously crafted plans. The essence of decisiveness. The inevitability of change. Nicole Ayers oversees a staggering billion-dollar enterprise comprised of household staples like Lucky Charms, Trix, Golden Grahams, and Coco Puffs. As a key force behind the cereal empire at General Mills, Nicole delves into the makeup and psychology of these beloved brands found in most pantries across America. On this episode of The Courageous Podcast, Nicole exposes her winning formula for surmounting

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