Join our community at “The Wild Film Hub Podcast”! Listen to the first-hand experiences of a diverse raft of Natural History Filmmakers, from rising stars to seasoned professionals, from Runners to Executive Producers. This podcast looks at our industry, focusing on topics including; how to access entry-level roles, how individuals can champion sustainable filmmaking, and of course featuring personal stories from on-location filming to behind-the-scenes production. A source of information an ...
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Smart Meetings’ What One Thing podcast is your shortcut to the top of the events world. We interview savvy meeting professionals about the decisions that made all the difference in their lives and careers so you can take the fast track to your dreams.
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This 30 minute podcast mixes sports and comedy. Hosts Jared Quay, a former University of Miami and Arizona Cardinals safety, now a touring stand up comedian lends his comedic talents to the show accompanied by his co host (Little League football legend and sports aficionado) Josh Barnes. Along with celebrity guest appearances and bizarre phone interviews.
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You can build a powerful (and fun!) life after divorce or separation. Hosts Carmel Ecker and Lindsay Carlson are here to bring you real-life stories and hard-earned lessons, so you can have the motivation, clarity and community you need to thrive as a single parent. Whether you're co-parenting, parenting alone, or your kids no longer live at home -- this show is for you. For single moms, single dads, single parents, co-parents, solo parents, and those who care about them. Join us to hear abo ...
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What One Thing? Crafting Culinary Experiences with Thomas Whelan: The Art of Feeding Thousands with Passion and Precision
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Send us a Text Message. If an event prof career life is a smorgasbord of hospitality job options, how do you decide what to put on your plate? We asked an award-winning F&B expert. In this episode of What One Thing? host JT Long, VP and Content Director of Smart Meetings, delves into the fascinating world of food and beverage with Thomas Whelan, di…
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Send us a Text Message. In this edition of What One Thing?, Smart Meetings chats with IMEX CEO Carina Bauer to discuss the lessons learned from IMEX Frankfurt that will inform IMEX America. Bauer highlights the success of their education program, frank discussions on tough topics and the show’s overall theme of impact.…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the What One Thing? Smart Meetings welcomes Deborah Gardner, a former swimming champion and performance expert known for her competitive mentality and dynamic presentations. Gardner shares her unique journey from crashing weddings to becoming a key figure in the hospitality industry. She emphasizes the imp…
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Divorce can blow up our lives -- but it can also be a massive opportunity to start over and build something new and amazing. Our guest today wants newly separated or divorced parents to know is that the best part of your life is ahead of you. In 2021 Jason Scriven's 27-year marriage ended in divorce, he moved in with his parents, lost his job, and …
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What One Thing? Passion, Persistence, and Personal Branding: Insights from Event Strategist Edward Perotti
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Send us a Text Message. In this Episode of What One Thing? JT Long, vice president and content director, continues her conversation with interviews Edward Perotti, an experienced event strategist. Perotti discusses the importance of taking initiative, staying true to oneself and managing the inherent stress of being an event professional by using h…
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What happens when you suddenly become a single parent in tough circumstances? Today we talk to Zeta Cosman -- a newly-single parent putting her life back together after a tough breakup. Zeta’s an incredible go-getter and a powerful example of dealing with challenges head-on. A lot of us can learn from her story, whether we’re new single parents or …
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Find your Story. Can your independent film change the course of your career? With Ashwika Kapur
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From self-doubt to resilience, Ash talks about her journey as a Wildlife Filmmaker from Kolkata and shares the challenges and opportunities that shaped her career.由Carina Thomas
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This episode is all about finding your own self-worth and learning to trust your judgement. We loved this conversation for anyone who may be facing trauma or domestic abuse, or finding your confidence again after some hard knocks. Some key lessons and insights from Rebecca's story include: It's important to take time after a difficult relationship …
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What One Thing? The Importance of Demanding Tools for International Conferences with Geoff Freeman
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the "What One Thing" podcast, JT Long, Vice President and Content Director at Smart Meetings, sits down with Geoff Freeman from US Travel to discuss the crucial need for adequate tools to organize international conferences. They delve into why these conferences are vital for advancing economies, science, m…
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Today's conversation started with one little question: what does it mean to hit the "reset button" when things don't go our way? Setbacks are hard. Keeping it all together, while trying to be great parents for our kids, growing businesses, dating, and going after personal goals... it can be messy. Carmel and Lindsay have a lot to say about this - e…
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From dodging four-tonne male elephant seals in the Falklands to following howler monkeys through the treetops in the Amazon, pioneering sound recordist Ellie William talks about her career in Natural History documentaries. We discuss her favourite moments, hardest challenges, and work on AppleTV+'s latest series Earthsounds.…
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What One Thing? Exploring Impact and Innovations with IMEX CEO Carina Bauer on IMEX Frankfurt 2024
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "What One Thing," Smart Meetings interviews Carina Bauer, CEO of IMEX, discussing the upcoming IMEX Frankfurt event. Bauer anticipates growth compared to previous years but notes that it may not reach the scale of IMEX America. Reflecting on innovations from the Las Vegas event, such as video content and i…
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What One Thing? From Order-Taker to Strategist: Navigating the World of Event Planning with Edward Perotti
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? JT Long, vice president and content director of Smart Meetings has an insightful conversation with Edward Perotti, an award-winning meeting designer and principle of EP Events and Experiences. With over 27 years of experience, Perotti shares valuable insights on transitioning from being an …
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What One Thing? Empowering the Next Generation: Insights from Association Leadership with Michelle Mason
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Vice President and Content Director of Smart Meeting JT Long chats with President of ASAE, the Center for Association Leadership, Michelle Mason to discuss finding one's own path and purpose, the evolving landscape of meetings and conferences, the need for inclusivity, sustainability, and a…
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Today, we talk to Danusia Malina-Derben, a solo mum with a jaw-dropping list of accomplishments. She's also one of the most supportive women you could ever talk to... someone you'd just love to sit down with for a really long late-night chat. We just couldn't wait to share this one with you. Danusia became a single parent during a pregnancy with tr…
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What One Thing? Elevating Event Experiences Through Luxury and Personalization with Neen James
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "What One Thing?" from Smart Meetings, JT Long, Vice President and Content Director at Smart Meetings, interviews keynote speaker, luxury expert and author, Neen James, about the intersection of luxury and event planning. The discussion revolves around driving profitability, productivity, and accountabilit…
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The natural world thrives on diversity, but can the same be said for the crew behind the camera ? With Faith Musembi.
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Back for a second chat with the wonderful Faith Musembi, we take a deep dive into the statistics around diversity, access, and inclusion in Natural History filmmaking. With a lack of diverse crew and staff at so many levels, we spotlight some of the ways people are hoping to change things.由Carina Thomas
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Can you be a “good mom” if your kids don’t live primarily with you? This story touches on one of the more vulnerable possibilities we can imagine as single parents. For Carina, that meant not having her kids live with her. As heartbreaking as that may sound, for Carina, it was a chance to grow and rediscover her sense of self. Today, Carina has a p…
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To wind down the year, we're bringing it all back to the raw, real, and sometimes hilarious world of single parenting. Your hosts Lindsay Carlson and Carmel Ecker talk about the challenges we face as single or solo parents during the holiday season, how we balance our own needs with those of our families, and how we can empower our kids to be a par…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting's Vice President JT Long chats with Dr. Romila “Romie” Mushtaq on what constitutes a Busy Brain and best practices to cure a Busy Brain. Find out more about Dr. Romie here: Brain Health Keynote Speaker | Dr. Romie (drromie.com) Curious if you have a Busy Brain? Take the Busy B…
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In this episode, Samantha Isales delves into her life as a first-generation college graduate and single mom. Learn about her struggles, triumphs, and advocacy for marginalized communities. Samantha became a single mom in high school, facing struggles due to lack of support from school advisors and teachers. She worked hard to balance supporting her…
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As we think about diversity, access, and inclusion, what opportunities is the Natural History filmmaking industry offering to filmmakers, crew, and talent from underrepresented nations? Especially those from countries where Natural History crews return endlessly to film. Producer Director Faith Musembi talks about her journey from Kenya to Bristol …
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Dealing with Change: From Divorce to Empty Nesting and Everything in Between with Adele Fraser
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If you’ve ever felt thrown off balance by life’s changes, you’re not the only one! Divorce, co-parenting, single parenting, and then becoming an empty nester… the whole journey can make your head spin! Grab your fave hot drink and download our conversation with Adele Fraser -- an amazing coach and single parent who has been through a lot of change,…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting's Vice President JT Long chats with The Party Scientist Jacques Martiquet to explore the concept of bringing joy to events, turning attendees from spectators into connectors and the impact of movement and music on attendees.由Smart Meetings
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Today's episode is a little different. We're having a conversation with Kelly Rose Lamb of the Bold podcast. She asked us about single parenting, and we asked her about her mission to help women give themselves permission to step off the expected and well-worn path, which of course is something single moms are very familiar with. Throughout the con…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing Smart Meetings CEO and Founder Marin Bright is joined by Keynote Speaker and Author Ben Nemtin to discuss his storied accomplishments of creating a bucket list to attain his goals, finding purpose in life and his next big goal to go into space!…
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Being a single parent has its set of challenges. From unexpected life changes to finding stability amidst the chaos, it's a journey that demands a lot from us. In today’s episode, we dive deep into Torlando Hakes' personal story of growth and rediscovery. Previously a single dad, Torlando shares his experiences of facing adversity, learning from to…
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Send us a Text Message. On this special episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting's Vice President, JT Long, sits down with IMEX Group CEO Carina Bauer to get a sneak peak in what is in store for attendees in Las Vegas on October 17-19.由Smart Meetings
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Welcome back to Season 2 of Single & Mighty - with your hosts Lindsay Carlson and Carmel Ecker. Launching a podcast is a huge project and a ton of work -- we talk about some of the things we learned in our first season as podcasters. We talk about what it took to reach this big goal, and some of the meaningful lessons our amazing guests shared. So …
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting’s Vice President and Content Director JT Long sits down with Regional Vice President of Sales and Distribution for the Caribbean and Latin America at Marriott International Louise Bang to discuss her love of travel and its ability to be a force for good and how communicating i…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Marin Bright, CEO and founder of Smart Meetings, is joined by Lisa Messina, chief sales officer of Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority, to discuss her journey through the hospitality industry, leaning into change, and keeping a perspective on the role you play in other people’s happin…
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David Delisle is a man of many talents. He's an author, entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and most importantly, a dad. He's also a single parent, navigating the world of co-parenting with a unique perspective and a wealth of practical tips. In this episode, we delve into David's experiences, his book "The Golden Quest," and his advice for single par…
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Women working in Natural History Television are leaving at an alarming rate, with the main reason stated as its incompatibility with parenthood. Both working mums, Ruth & I discuss our own experiences and delve into the facts, statistics, and issues facing parents, specifically mums in our industry. We talk about parental / maternity leave, flexibl…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meetings CEO and Founder Marin Bright is joined by Judi Holler, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author of Fear is My Homeboy. Judi speaks on leaning into uncertainty, possibility, and fear. Judi also explores how improv helped her crack open her own magic.…
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Single & Mighty Community Call! Join us Tuesday July 25 at 12 Noon Pacific Time for a community call! Sign up for emails and get details on our site. If you’re diving into the world of dating, relationships, and merging families, you’ve gotta hear our conversation with Allison Orlovsky. Allison is a relationship coach who is now happily remarried a…
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"I've got my things set up, I've got my people, my kid is happy. No, not everything is perfect and that's okay." - Jenn Herman Join us today as we talk to Jenn Herman an internationally recognized Instagram marketing expert, author, and speaker. Jenn talks about her road from co-parenting to single-parenting her daughter and all the mom guilt that …
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What is the UWE Wildlife Filmmaking Masters... And is it worth it? - With current MA student Leanna Fernandez
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Choosing to pursue a master's degree in Wildlife Filmmaking is a big undertaking both financially and in terms of time. Current Student and incredible photographer Leanna Fernandez gives us the low down on the course and the scholarships and funding opportunities available for both UK and International students who might think it is financially out…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting's Content Director JT Long speaks with Robert Strong, magician, comedian and speaker in addition to being an author. Robert shares with Smart Meetings on how he got started in magic, creating magical experiences for customers, and how humor can be used to help people connect. …
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Today, we spotlight Lisa Cumes. Lisa turned her side hustle into a seven-figure business, finding ways to make it all work as a single parent. Lisa's journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and a positive mindset. Starting as a part-time freelancer, Lisa balanced single parenting with her big dreams and ambitions. She found creative ways …
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Listen to the first-hand experiences of a diverse raft of Natural History Filmmakers, from rising stars to seasoned professionals, from Runners to Executive Producers. This podcast looks at our industry, focusing on topics including; how to access entry-level roles, outreach and inclusion within our sector, how individuals can champion sustainable …
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If you find yourself wondering how to get EVERYTHING done, this episode is for you! We're talking to Taren Sartler, a productivity expert who developed her skills after becoming a single mom and realizing that she needed to make the most of her time if she was going to be there for her kids the way she wanted to. She got so good at it that it becam…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Marin Bright speaks with Michelle Roark, on her World Cup Champion experience, personal setbacks and founding Phia Lab, a ground-breaking wellness resource that helps enhance performance based on individual needs. Michelle shares her secrets for overcoming the unthinkable to be a force of n…
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If you’ve ever felt the weight of trying to be everything at once – a great parent, a business owner, and have a personal life, Deborah Drummond is about to become your new best friend. She’s not just a successful entrepreneur, but also a single parent who has built her success solo from the ground up. We know single parent life can be a whirlwind …
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BBC Wild Isles. Extraordinary. Dramatic. Beautiful. Sir David Attenborough celebrates the wonders of British wildlife. And it calls for urgent, immediate action from everyone to protect and restore nature for future generations. Series Producer Hilary Jeffkins discusses how the programme came about, her role, and what they aimed to achieve.…
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Get ready to be inspired by this episode as we sit down with Sophia Valdez, a successful tech professional and single mother who shares her journey with our hosts. Sophia’s quickly built a high-powered career in the tech industry as a single parent. She’s done this by being really intentional about her goals, building a supportive community, and pr…
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Would you choose to become a single parent? That’s the choice this episode’s guest, Kris Jones, made when at age 39, she didn’t have a life partner and yet felt ready to be a mom. She found a single moms by choice group and met other women who were also unpartnered and wanted to have children. Kris has shown that with a powerful community behind th…
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Not all paths into Natural History Television are linear. Researcher Aishah Masood discusses how she secured work experience within the industry and worked to get that first entry-level role.由Carina Thomas
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What One Thing? Marin Bright speaks to Jade Simmons on what led her to find her purpose in public speaking, playing piano, and a look into her new book Purpose The Remix: A Mind-Blowing Reunderstanding of Purpose and How It Works.由Smart Meetings
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Let’s talk about MONEY!! Michelle Jacobik joins us today to discuss lessons learned from her money journey as she transitioned from a partnership to being a single parent. A big dreamer, Michelle has never let anything hold her back and her story demonstrates an amazing ability to pair her big dreams with practical actions to make those dreams happ…
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Meet powerhouse mom, educator and entrepreneur Lynn Tickner. Lynn spent many years in a dysfunctional marriage, following bad advice that carried her further and further away from herself. As the sole breadwinner for her family while also home schooling her kids, she shouldered a lot of responsibilities and was under a lot of external pressure to s…
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