
Uncensored Direct Marketing
Hosted by Maria Sparagis, president of DirectPayNet, and payment solutions expert for entrepreneurs in the high risk industries of supplements, dating, business opportunities, gambling and more. On this podcast, Maria shares her knowledge on how to reduce decline ratios, add thousands of dollars to your bottom line with a few simple conversion hacks, and maximize revenue while keeping your high-risk merchant accounts happy and healthy. As a cryptocurrency advocate since 2012, Maria will also share her knowledge on the digital currency markets.
Maria has worked with several high level entrepreneurs in Direct Marketing including Christian Hudson, Julian Reyes, Jeremy Schoemaker “ShoeMoney”, Mike Chang and many more.
She has been featured in American Banker, Vice, Inside Bitcoins, Coindesk, and Yahoo.
Connect with Maria mariasparagis.com or directpaynet.com
Latest episodes

Mar 23, 2023 • 11min
Bitcoin millionaire: "Crypto isn't going ANYWHERE"
Ryan Horst is an expert in everything crypto. He argues that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are set to return stronger than ever at some point in the next few years.He explains why it's mathematically probable that crypto will experience a resurgence very soon, and how to take advantage.Check out this clip and be sure to ask us any questions about crypto, entrepreneurship and everything in between. Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaspar...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Mar 16, 2023 • 15min
This guy teaches people how to make MILLIONS online
Rich Schefren is one of the most successful online coaches in the world. His students have generated hundreds of millions in sales in the direct response industry over the past few years.In this video, Rich explains:-How to create a DYNAMITE online coaching program-Why you should provide value to customers & students AT ALL COSTS-Marketing strategies that will accelerate your sales-The habits of successful digital entrepreneursConnect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaspar...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Mar 9, 2023 • 9min
Mr. Money Fingers shares his copywriting secrets
Chris Haddad has made MILLIONS as a copywriter. He's behind some of the most successful digital products of all time... and he explains the philosophy behind his writing in this episode. If you're looking for a great passive income stream, then copywriting is a viable path and writing copy for your OWN digital offer is an even BETTER path.Listen to Chris and apply EVERYTHING he says in this video. Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaspar...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Mar 2, 2023 • 8min
"Stop wasting your time and BUILD AN EMAIL LIST!"
If you're thinking about building an email list, then you NEED to listen to this video. In it, millionaire Troy Ericson shares with you the story of how building an email list changed his life and how you can do the same.Email list building is one of the most powerful tools you have at your disposal, and Troy is convinced that it can change your life for the better. In this video, he shares his story and how email list building has helped him achieve his success. If you're ready to take your business to the next level, then make sure to add email list building to your list of priorities!Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaspar...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Feb 23, 2023 • 12min
EXPOSED: The Shocking Truth About Your Online Mentor...
Alen Sultanic has made millions as a digital entrepreneur and has helped thousands of students made 7 figure incomes from their homes. In this episode, he explains how most online gurus today are complete frauds and should not be trusted. If they're trying to lure you in with luxury goods, nice cars and beautiful women, you should DEFINITELY avoid taking their advice.Alen also explains how to become a great copywriter and make money online. Working in digital media is more lucrative than ever before and you'd be wise to get in while the door is still open. Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaspar...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Feb 16, 2023 • 10min
Protect your business from fraud & scammers | How to WIN chargebacks
It’s frustrating to sell products or services online and get a chargeback or dispute 45 or even 60 days later. Online business owners know that chargebacks are the bane of their company’s existenceMaria is an online sales expert and she’s here to explain how to ELIMINATE chargebacks, regardless of which industry you’re in or product you’re selling.This is a must-listen episode if you’re a business owner who’s losing money from customers who are being dishonest with you. There’s a way to win these disputes in a cost-effective way that takes limited time and energy.Watch this video to the end to find out what to do. Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariasparagis/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutions/Twitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Feb 9, 2023 • 7min
Stripe holding your funds? Here’s the EASY FIX
Stripe is notorious for holding funds from merchants. As soon as you start scaling, your business is going well, and the road ahead looks smooth, BAM you sign into your Stripe account and see 20% of your funds on hold.No notification, no email. Nothing. Just frozen funds and a feeling of dread.This episode contains 3 steps to recover your money if Stripe decides to hold it.This is a must-listen episode if you’re a business owner who’s having trouble with their payment processor. Stripe is a payment processing giant and are therefore able to hold funds without notice.Listen to this episode to the end to find out what to do. Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariasparagis/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutions/Twitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Feb 2, 2023 • 57min
How to MONETIZE your PASSION | Steve Mastroianni
Steve Mastroianni is a successful former rock star who revolutionized the online guru space while simultaneously taking care of his father when the pandemic first broke out. Now, he makes a killer living helping other people achieve their dreams, just as he did with music. His drive is proof that turning a passion into a career is possible, lucrative, and everyone can do it with the right mindset.In this episode, he sits down with online payment specialist Maria Sparagis to discuss: How ANYONE can make money off their passionWhy being an online guru is an incredibly rewarding and profitable careerHis journey from rock star to online coachHow the online coaching industry is growing quicklyThis is a must-listen episode if you’re looking for top-notch advice about sales, life, and everything in between. Steve is a former rock star and current online guru who loves nothing more than helping other people realize their dreams. Monetize your passion with Steve—and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share!Connect with Steve:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarmind/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/steveakavoid/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemastroianni/?trk=public_profile_samename-profile&originalSubdomain=caHOBBY BOSS: https://hobbybossbook.com/Practice Less, Play More!: https://www.playmoresongs.com/Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariasparagis/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutions/Twitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Jan 26, 2023 • 49min
How to Create the Career of Your Dreams | Carolyn Santo
There are few skills more important than the ability to sell. Carolyn Santo is a true testament to that, as a leading idea generator and copywriter. She’s worked on some of the most exciting—and successful—offers in Direct Response Marketing throughout her career.Follow her lead as she explains how she achieved the career of her DREAMS in this conversation with online payment specialist Maria Sparagis.In this episode, these two successful women discuss: Why sales is the best skill you can haveHow to create a WORLD DOMINATION plan that skyrockets your lifestyleHow to make wise financial decisions under pressureWhy you should listen to your gutThis episode is PERFECT for young graduates who are just entering the workforce AND for anyone who’s interested in trying their hand at digital marketing. Check out our full conversation with Carolyn and reach out to Maria at maria@directpaynet.com if you have any questions!Connect with Carolyn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-santo-hawaii/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cy.santoConnect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariasparagis/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutions/Twitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet

Jan 19, 2023 • 53min
Killer Strategies to Supercharge Your Email Marketing | Kyle Dana
Email marketing is a massively lucrative industry, generating billions of dollars in revenue every year. Maria was lucky enough to sit down with one of the leading experts in this constantly evolving field, Digistore24’s Kyle Dana, and the takeaways are MIND-BLOWING for anyone who’s interested in using email marketing to SUPERCHARGE their business.In this episode, you’ll find:INSANE email marketing hacks you HAVE to trySubject line advice that could 10x your open ratesAn answer to “will AI replace email marketers?”How AI is revolutionizing email marketing RIGHT NOWEmail marketing is an incredibly difficult discipline, but mastering it can turn any company into a revenue BEAST in no time. Check out our full conversation with Kyle and reach out to Maria at maria@directpaynet.com if you have any questions!Connect with Kyle:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kyle.dana.5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekyledana/ Connect with Maria:Maria Sparagis Website: http://mariasparagis.comDirectPayNet Website: https://directpaynet.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariasparagis/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariasparagis.directpaynetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directpaynet_paymentsolutions/Twitter: https://twitter.com/directpaynet
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