The User Friendly Show is dedicated to those that love everything technology and dream of how that tech will improve and change their lives. Weekly features include a listener question and answer, unique guests, technology news and more. Family Friendly.
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How do I successfully market my business online? What goes into building a custom website? Which digital tools are actually worth it? If you’ve found yourself asking any of these questions, then you’ve come to the right place! The Mix & Matchbox podcast explores innovative digital tools, dissects complicated marketing strategies, and offers pro tips on how to grow your business online. Join podcast host Brent Feldman, Cofounder of Matchbox Design Group, in interviews with members of the Matc ...
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Special Edition: Diamond Dragons Author Matthew Carauddo
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Join us for a special edition "deep dive" into author, actor and overall geinus Matthew Carauddo's "DIamond Dragons" book series.User Friendly Media Group
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Willamette Writers Conference and Made.Bike
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Join us this week for two great guests! Our first segement guest is Billy Sinkford, co-founder and director of the Made Handmade Bike Show. This long running show showcases the artists making custom bikes and components to the industry and the public. Details and tickets at made.bike Our second segment features reporter Kay Tomson covering the Will…
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Honing Public Speaking Talent | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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We speak with Blair Bryant Nichols of BBN Creative Management about helping coach and guide and place speaking talent. From his education in entertainment management, through incredible internships and career roles, Blair has earned a name for helping speakers find their niche and channel what they are best at. https://www.bbncreativemanagement.com…
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There Is No Cloud... It's Just Someone Else's Computer
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Join us this week for the second part of Danny Nathen's interview as he discusses the actual cost of meetings with his meeting calculator. Our second segment "deep dives" into "The Cloud". What is "The Cloud", really? What are the advantages and risks? William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…
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Summer Q&A & Guest Danny Nathan
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This week we are proud to feature guest Danny Nathan with Apollo 21. Nathan talks about digital project management. It's the first week of August and this is our summer Q&A show - where we answer your questions. We talk streaming video games (do you still need a $500 game console?), Android Auto and even a bit on the original IBM desktop released i…
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Cybersecurity in 2024
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Join us this week as we welcome guest Don Beavers. As a cybersecurity and technology veteran, Beavers talks steps we can take as well as about new technology to secure your most valuable asset, your data. With the recent CrowdStrike incident we have seen how vulnerable the Internet can actually be. There are steps you can take. William Sikkens, Bil…
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Simple Lessons in Coaching, Management and Leadership | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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Our first government official to join us on the podcast, Clay Staires is an American politician who has served as the Oklahoma House of Representatives member from the 66th district since November 16, 2022. He is also the Authority Expert at The Leadership Initiative and the first person to give out their direct line to contact him on the podcast. …
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User Friendly is back at a Comic Con! This week we talk about cosplay, the Silver Age Comic Con itself, and other topics for gamers and cosplayers. Our returning guest this week is Jordan Yaklin. Yaklin is a fitness trainer who offers a program aimed at gamers. I've tried it. It works! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…
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Agile Programming & AI Climate Change
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This week we are proud to feature two guests. In our first segment Ricardo Cimmino joins us to talk about the Agile development methodology. When developing software, a management system is very helpful. Never heard of Agile, or would you just like to know more? Check out this great interview. The second part of our show features guest Lee Schneide…
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Hiring Tech Talent In Ukraine | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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We chat with Kyle Mau about his journey from being an engineer to hiring them. Kyle owns HireUA which helps to "Hire In 5 Days". HireUA sources talent from Ukraine to pair with Western companies to help deliver high quality, skilled talent at lower costs. https://hire-ua.com/mix/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesign…
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4th of July Clip Show
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Join us for this year's 4th of July clip show - featuring the interviews you voted to hear again! Featured this week: Interview with Simpsons animator Phil Ortiz. Phil brings 30 years experience as a professional animator as well as background design supervisor for the Simpsons. (Original Airdate: 6-17-18). Interview with D&D content creator Arcane…
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This week we feature guest Diana Dukas with Meta. Meta is working to address identifing AI created content on their platforms including Facebook and Instagram. Dukas is speaking on what steps are being taken by Meta to address this issue. Also we answer your questions on Cyberhawk! Keep them coming in! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Wink…
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Going Remote and Staying Remote
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It's something I'm sure everyone has heard that people are going back to the office, sometimes by desire and sometimes, well, not. Matchbox Design Group has made it a point to stay remote. Brent Feldman, CEO, and Cullen Whitmore, COO, chat about what it means to be remote, how to retain culture and relationships and what it looks like long term. Co…
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Join us this week as we talk some of the mechanics of creating adventures, including role playing games. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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The team talks about Disney +'s new show "The Acolyte". Our second segment features guests Jimmy Spikes and R.J. Post. Spikes operates a unique e-commerce business. Post is the author of the series "The Greenwood Mysteries". William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Growing and Managing Teams
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We speak with Dr. Jonathan Baktari, CEO of eNational Testing and e7 Health. We chat about his experience in the medical field, what medical testing means to healthcare and also what it's like to help other organizations through leadership coaching. www.e7health.com https://jonathanbaktarimd.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https:…
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Hacking, Drones and Cyberhawk
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This week the team talks hacking in the news. The bad guys are finding new ways to fool all of us. After that we discuss new drone technology that will work in the air, on land and in water with the same unit. Our guest this week is Andrew Wayne Pearson, managing director of an AI company in Macau, and who is also a debut novelist. William Sikkens,…
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This week we talk apps and devices. Our guest this week is actress Donna Burke. She talks about some of her roles and also a new tech product she is creating - for use in the public lavatory. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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NEPQ Method and Selling With Empathy
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Lately there's been a lot of buzz on social media from 7th Level, creators of the NEPQ method of selling. We chat with Anthony Vizzari, CRO for 7th Level about how this method is setting out to change how people sell goods, services or basically anything. https://7thlevelhq.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigng…
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Ancient Hackers (The Truth Is Out There)
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Join us this week as we talk about hacking and do a deep dive on Phone Phreaking! Our guest this week is show reporter Kay Thomson who discusses her plans to help authors get published. The team at User Friendly wishes all a meaningful Memoral Day. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Jetpacks (actually Jetsuits) have flown out of the realm of sci-fi and into reality. This week pilots Issa and Rowan join us to talk about this exciting new technology. Issa, the winner of the first ever Jetsuit race, talks about his experience flying the suit. Rowan, who works with the search and rescue aspect of Jetsuit technology, talks about ho…
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Marketing For Higher Education
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We talk with Zach Parcell, Owner at Powergrip USA, about his experience starting his company and what it's like to work with a Finnish ownership group. We also discuss his former experience in a marketing role in higher ed and his 168 system for brass tacks steps to get more done and not worry so much. https://powergripusa.com/ https://168system.co…
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Humans Still Matter In AI SEO
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We chat with Greg Brooks, CMO & Partner at SearchTides. We dig in deep on the future of SEO, AI and its implications for how people are still important to the equation. https://searchtides.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/mix…
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There Might Be Dragons
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Guest Matthew Carauddo joins us this week to discuss the latest installment in his book series, Diamond Dragons. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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May The 4th Be With You!
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Today is May 4th - or as we know it - Star Wars day! Join us this week as we talk Star Wars! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Books, Robots and Space
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We talk books, robots and space this week. Our guest is author "Nightshade Unicorn" author T.S. Pedramon.User Friendly Media Group
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Career and author Guy Morris
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Join us this week as we look at the Sherwood High School career fair! This is a unique offering in which students are able to talk to many area companies about the potential future and path to sucess for a life long enterprise. We Are Technology and User Friendly were proud to discuss STEM education. A guest from the student body joins us to tell u…
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Applying Better UX Thinking - Episode 38 - Mix & Matchbox
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Dive deep into the world of user experience with Jon MacDonald, CEO of The Good, as he shares his extensive knowledge and practical tips for applying better UX thinking. In this episode, hosted by Brent Feldman, Jon discusses the evolution of UX, its current trends, and the critical role of user-centric design in digital products. Video Highlights …
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Join us this week as we welcome guest Michael Becker who discusses his new book. The Internet has changed the way most businesses market their product. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Join us this week as we discuss streaming media and the (possible) end of legacy cable TV services. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Targeting, Tactics and Budgets in Paid Media - Episode 37 - Mix & Matchbox
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Mary Ann Pruitt, CEO/President at Mosaic Media, joins us to chat about paid media, the nuances of targeting and audience segmentation and tactics to make and impact. https://mosaic.agency/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/mix-matc…
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Gamers Health and Fitness
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Guest Jordan Yaklin of Phoenix Performance Coaching joins us to talk fitness with gamers. Let's face it - table top gaming and most video games are sedentary. There are some easy ways to keep your health and still get the dragon. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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So You Want To Be A Writer
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Join us with guest Kay Tomson as we talk more about what it takes to get a book published. Kay presents some resources and we answer your questions. Also on this weeks show we talk about the new WiFi 7 update. Is it worth the cost? William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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What Is Your Digital Marketing Strategy Missing? - Episode 36 - Mix & Matchbox
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In this episode we chat with Nathan Hawkes again but this time it is an open conversation centered around digital marketing, strategy and targeting in a cookieless world. https://www.arcanemarketing.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com…
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This week we have 2 great guests! In our first segment author Kay Tomson joins us to discuss her new book. Our second segment features guest Bob Lement of Static Radio. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Guest: Kevin Surace Join us this week as our guests talks about AI and gives a deep dive into where things are headed. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Storytelling in SEO - Episode 35 - Mix & Matchbox
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Rachel Hernandez is the Director of Marketing at Next Net Media. Rachel discusses her experience in SEO, writing and how good storytelling can bring any content to life. https://nextnetmedia.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/m…
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Nonprofits and Tech / Artists and AI
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In our first segment guest Mia Kotek joins us to talk about technology and non-profits. Our second segment focuses on artists, writers, and other creatives and how AI may affect them. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Please join us this week for an extended Q&A - we answer your questions on technology and pop culture. You can submit questions at userfriendly.show anytime! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Longevity As An SEO Agency - Episode 34 - Mix & Matchbox
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We chat with Nathan Hawkes, President of Arcane Marketing about his career in SEO, being a VP at Netmark and then running his own agency. https://www.arcanemarketing.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/mix-matchbox-podcast-digit…
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Join us this week as we deep dive into the process of buying a computer. With a large price range and a lot of options how do you know what you need? You can save money if you do a little research. Willam Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Gershwin, Gaming and VR
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The team talks about a Gershwin performance in our opening segment. Second, we discuss table top role playing and some new games you can try out. Then we discuss Virtual Reality and Apples Vision Pro. We liked it, but is it worth the $3499 price tag?User Friendly Media Group
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Media Coverage Can Improve Your Credibility and Visibility - Episode 33 - Mix & Matchbox
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Mickie Kennedy, founded eReleases 24 years ago to help small businesses, authors, and startups increase their visibility and credibility through tier-1 press release distribution. He lives in the Baltimore area. Mickie has created a free video Master Class on how to create a winning PR strategy, based on the PR campaigns of his most successful clie…
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We talk 2024 and what to expect from Robots and AI. There are a lot of unique things coming and some that are now here. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Bitcoin and Blackouts
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This week we talk Bitcoin with an expert from Bitcoin University. Also, with the extreme weather many of us have been dealing with electrical blackouts. This week we talk about some of the things you can do to be prepared and minimize the impact of a power outage. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…
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This week we feature Prairie Fire, a very unique range experience you will want to see! Also the 2024 CES (Consumer Electronics Show) has made it's appearance in Las Vegas. We bring you a synopsis and an interview from the floor of the event. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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What If? / Streaming Blues / AI and D&D / Cyberhawk
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This week the team talks season 2 of Marvel's "What If?" and the new book series "Cyberhawk". This week’s tech focuses on Streaming Media fatigue and generative AI's use in photos. We focus on the latest issue with this at Wizards of the Coast, prompting a well-liked artist to resign. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…
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Mickey Mouse, Hacking and Q&A
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As we start 2024 Mickey Mouse enters the public domain. The team talks about this and when we might see some of our other iconic pop culture characters take the same trip. This week also features an extended Q&A answering your questions. Happy New Year from all of us at User Friendly 2.0! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…
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End Of Year Clip Show
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Have a Wonderful Holiday Season and New Year! User Friendly 2.0 will return Jan. 6, 2024 William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerUser Friendly Media Group
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Welcome to our last show of 2023! Our first segment covers this week's tech news and AI virtual staging for home listings. Segment two features an incredible interview with Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union. We look at technology and antitrust litigation. From everyone at User Friendly have a wonderful holiday and New Year! We wi…
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