Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Weekly News Update, August 20, 2020, with Ryan and Reiley.In this episode, Ryan and Reiley catch up on the following topics in business in marketing news:B2B e-commerce: Touchland KUBAmazon Business SchoolThird party cookies being removedTik Tok -- Where's it going?Klarna music festival(Links below)https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200818005540/en/Touchland-Hand-Sanitizer-Launches-eCommerce-Platform-B2Bhttps://www.retaildive.com/news/amazon-launches-small-business-academy-program/566729/https://marketingland.com/how-two-martech-companies-are-taking-on-the-cookieless-world-281076https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/aug/18/software-firm-oracle-in-talks-to-buy-tiktok-and-challenge-microsoft-bidhttps://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/klarna-invites-music-lovers-klarnival-missed-festivals/1692200 Follow along @the.rad.cast | @RyanAlford | @radical_resultsIf you liked our podcast, please like, share and rate us! 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.

In this episode, Ryan sits down with the Head of Content and Media at NBA 2K League, Matt Arden.Matt, a 3 time Emmy Winner, and executive producer, dedicates his passion for story telling in his work at the NBA 2K League.Ryan and Matt discuss several topics in this episode:Changing the game's production location from the studio to living roomsMatt's career journey to the NBAMatt's role as executive producerWhere Matt and Ryan see eSports going To follow along in the series, follow @RyanAlford | @the.rad.cast on Instagram | Visit our website for more theradcast.comTo stay up to date with the league, follow @NBA2KLEAGUE on 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.

In this episode, Ryan and Itamar talk about the business model of Anzu.io, sponsorships and partnerships, branded content in gaming, and eSports tournaments. To follow along in the series or to check out more episodes, visit our website theradcast.com | @the.rad.cast or @ryanalford on 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.

Radcast Weekly News with Ryan and Reiley.News coverage for this episode: Joe Rogan's stance on video gamingMilitary ads on TwitchWhat's happening with Tik TokeSports drive-ins popping up around the United StatesFollow us on Instagram @RyanAlford and @the.rad.cast | Follow along in our eSports Series www.theradcast.com  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.

In this episode, Ryan and Shaon talk about the various opportunities in professional gaming, the expansion for minority gamers, and different ways to engage brands.Follow along in the series. Visit our website theradcast.com | @the.rad.cast or @ryanalford on 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.

Host, Ryan Alford, and Producer, Reiley Clark, sit down to discuss a few business, marketing, and pop culture highlights from the week.Here's the link we talk about on this episode,  https://youtu.be/SC5fqPdV-eE 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.

On this episode of the Radcast, Ryan sits down with Tyler Endres, founder and CEO of Esports Arena. This episode elaborates on Tyler's successful business model. Ryan and Tyler discuss several topics in this episode: The sense of community that comes from eSports tournaments. Influencers v. eSports. Twitch in the gaming community. Successful sponsorships. This episode is loaded with the business of eSports. Tell us what you think! Like, comment, and share your thoughts on this episode. Stay rad. Follow Ryan on Instagram @RyanAlford | Follow the Radcast on Instagram @the.rad.cast | Follow Tyler on Instagram @esa_tyler | Follow Esports Arena on Instagram @esportsarena or check out their website https://www.esportsarena.com/ 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.

In this episode, host Ryan Alford sits down with Charles Conroy, the Vice President of Gaming at the Switch. Conroy is well-known in the eSports world -- he's been in the game since 16 years old, and is considered one of the founding fathers of eSports in North America. There's a lot to unpack in this episode. Ryan and Charles discuss the business models of eSports teams, how teams and players make money, marketing strategies in eSports branding, and the role of the Switch in streaming services. To follow along in our eSports series, follow the Radcast on Instagram, @the.rad.cast or follow our host on Instagram, @RyanAlford For more information on the Switch, visit www.theswitch.tv 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.

Ryan sits down with Magnus Leppäniemi, VP of Marketing and Head of Esports at Esports Entertainment Group. This is the first episode of several in the Radcast's Esports Series. Magnus and Ryan discuss the growth of Esports and it's many layers. Magnus breaks the ice in the categories of gambling in esports, sponsorships, and twitch. Follow along in our series! Instagram: @the.rad.cast and @RyanAlford | Visit our website for more https://www.radical.company/ For more information with Magnus and his work, visit https://esportsentertainmentgroup.com/ and www.vie.bet 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.

On this episode, Ryan and Robbie discuss the changing role of marketing during times of unrest and how companies can use empathy to better serve customer needs. From the changing e-commerce landscape to the big news involving Shopify and Walmart this episode is packed with both marketing news and actionable opportunities for brands of all sizes. Connect with Ryan and the Radcast on instagram. @RyanAlford | @Radical_Results | @GVLHustle | @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.