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Oct 6, 2020 • 24min

Giving a Voice to the Voiceless: How Kalilah Wright, CEO and Founder of Mess in a Bottle, has revolutionized the apparel industry

This episode checks all our boxes: Radical entrepreneur? (Check!) Radical e-commerce strategy? (Check!) Radical mission? (CHECK!)In this episode, host Ryan Alford interviews CEO and founder of Mess in a Bottle, Kalilah Wright.Kaliliah started the business after the Freddie Gray riots in Baltimore a few years ago. Her idea? - To give a voice to the voiceless. How did she accomplish this? - Putting messages on shirts no one else was willing to create.The company is thriving through their e-commerce strategy. Kalilah tells us how Instagram and Facebook have proven useful for both engagement and as platforms for online shopping.| Be sure to leave us a review and subscribe to hear more radical marketing strategies and to learn from more revolutionary entrepreneurs! || Follow our host on instagram here! | Check out all things radical on THE RADCAST instagram | | For more from Mess in a Bottle, visit their website here and their instagram |   If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Oct 2, 2020 • 28min

Amazon One Concerns, VANS: Musicians Wanted, New Facebook CMO brings Credibility as the Election Nears and More of the Latest Marketing News!

In this episode, Host Ryan Alford and Producer Reiley Clark, break down the biggest marketing and business news this week... Here we GO!Amazon One: Pros and Cons of the new palm reader that will hold your credit card informationVANS: Musicians WantedNew Facebook CMO: What does this mean for their credibility?Crocs in the Pandemic: Crocs saw a 52.4% digital commerce growth following their Free Pair for Health Care initiativeCallaway and Kevin Nealon: FIX YOUR SLICE!Follow our host here! | To stay updated on all things radical, follow us on Instagram @the.rad.cast If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 29, 2020 • 39min

A Story of Growth: How Buff City Soap is leveraging Shopify and it's people to take a giant leap foward

Who doesn't love to feel great and smell even better?! (Said no one!)In this episode, host Ryan Alford and Director of E-commerce at Buff City Soap, Sanjay Jenkins, talk about the transition out of Woo Commerce as they head into a more integrated e-commerce approach. Sanjay entered the e-commerce space in a fun way, and his journey to Buff City Soap has proven fruitful.Here are some highlights from the episode:Successful transition from Woo Commerce to ShopifyThe extreme growth of Buff City Soap. Buff City started with just a few stores in 2013, have grown to 44 and countingMarketing strategies in a franchise business modelAnd more (We're not going to give it all away!)Follow along in our series, The Future of Digital Commerce, to learn how to scale your e-commerce and marketing strategy | @the.rad.cast | Like our host? We do too! Follow him on Instagram | @ryanalford | If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 25, 2020 • 21min

Cameron Diaz wine launch, Mark Cuban investment in Cloud Paper, Walmart and Oracle taking ownership of TikTok and more industry news

The latest business and marketing news that you need to know about!In this episode on THE RADCAST, host Ryan Alford and producer Reiley Clark, walk us through some of the biggest headlines in the business and marketing world this week:Cameron Diaz's red wine launch set for October 2020. (Sign us up!)Mark Cuban, Marc Benioff, Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, and Uber CEO, invest in Cloud Paper, a bamboo based alternative to toilet paper? How interesting...Walmart and Oracle taking partial ownership of Tik Tok... what does this mean for their eCommerce strategy? Ryan and Reiley break it down for us!Mailchimp is bringing artificial intelligence to small business. Are they behind in the technology space? For more of the latest industry news, subscribe and follow THE RADCAST!Do you want to hear more from your host? Follow Ryan Alford on social media to make the most out of your business, personal life, and more If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 22, 2020 • 30min

Ecommerce Series: How Nufabrx built an 8-figure Shopify plus store with revolutionary products and an authentic brand

Ryan is keeping our Future of Digital Commerce series radical with founder and CEO of Nufabrx, Jordan Schindler.In this episode, Ryan and Jordan discuss the revolutionary line of clothing, health wear -- essentially supplementing the need of medical creams, gels, and pills by embedding them in to the fibers of clothing. Jordan discusses what's worked for the company as they scale their e-commerce.Jordan tells THE RADCAST the personal reason why Nufabrx started, how he developed the brand, and the extreme growth it's e-commerce site has seen over the last 12 months. Nufabrx and Jordan's story has been featured in People, Fox News, Women's Health, GQ, Esquire, and others.Follow Nufabrx and visit their website | Follow Ryan on Instagram and check THE RADCAST out on Instagram  | Visit our website for more  If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 15, 2020 • 35min

Ecommerce ft. Sean Whalen

The first episode on The Future of Digital Commerce features Lions not Sheep founder, Sean Whalen. In this episode, Ryan and Sean discuss: How Sean used his purpose to create a brand that is driving tremendous e-commerce growth Insights on scaling a massive e-commerce business How to leverage your personal brand Click on Sean Whalen and Lions not Sheep for more information. Follow Ryan and The Radcast on Instagram to stay updated on all things radical.#TheFutureofDigitalCommerce  If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 9, 2020 • 48min

Ecommerce ft. Robbie Fitzwater

Ryan and Robbie t-off The Radcast's eCommerce series by highlighting what critical digital actions your business needs to take now.Be sure to tune in for the rest of the series.Episodes release Tuesday's at noon, EST. Follow Robbie on LinkedIn | Connect with our host, Ryan Alford | Check out our account for all our radical updates! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 4, 2020 • 21min

Weekly News Update 9.4

Weekly News update with Ryan and Reiley for the week of August 31 - September 4, 2020.News Topics for this week:Twitter update for trending topicsFacebook event planningGoogle search changeRemembering Chadwick Boseman If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 1, 2020 • 38min

eSports Recap

This episode finishes the eSports Series on The Radcast. Ryan and Reiley dissect each episode in the series and answer the ominous question... so what's next?Links for Ep 55: ft. Magnus LeppaniemiVie.betLinks for Ep 56: ft. Charles ConryThe SwitchLinks for Ep 57: ft. Shaon BerryMetro EsportsLinks for Ep 58: ft. Tyler EndresEsports ArenaLinks for Ep 60: ft. Itamar Benedy Anzu.ioLinks for Ep 61: ft. Matt ArdenNba 2K LeagueLinks for Ep 63: ft. Joe IaquintoFatalStryke If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Aug 25, 2020 • 44min

eSports ft. FatalStryke

In this episode, Ryan sits down with pro gamer and coach, Joe Iaquinto, aka FatalStryke. Joe is a 31 time local/regional champion, Gears of War champ, and has won tournaments while a coach/team manager.This episode is packed with insights from Joe and on his time as a professional eSports player, coach, and as a team manager. Follow FatalStryke's live stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/fatalstrykeEnjoy the podcast? Like, share, and rate us! Follow along on Instagram @the.rad.cast | @RyanAlford If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE.  Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding.  Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel  www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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