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May 25, 2020The State of the Podcast Address and The Reopening of New York
25 episodes of The Launchcast and we're celebrating on Episode 125 by having George give "The State of the Podcast" address to our loyal listeners. We talk about the tremendous growth of the show, listened to in 35 countries, with no end in sight. Former guest Marc Cordon of The Golden Mic Podcast stops in for a little conversation about the importance of podcasting and the boys talk about how they've joined forces to launch "The Podcast Experience," a 6 week podcasting intensive course available with George's coaching masterclass, The Leadership Experience. The Joy Bros wax poetic on The Joe Rogan Experience and his move to Spotify, The Howard Stern Show, Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, and much more. For the dessert course of your meal, George talks about the reopening of New York after the COVID-19 quarantine has begun to lift...and by "talks," we mean a rant. Hey, everyone's aloud a rant once in a while. Leadership is aplenty in this jewel of an episode.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com or more show info and to download/stream the podcast.
Follow Marc Cordon:
Marc's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marc.cordon
Marc's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/marccordoncoaching/
Visit The Joy Revolution: https://joyrevolution.com
Listen to The Golden Mic Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-golden-mic-podcast/id1492809943
This episode is sponsored by SaveTheChildren.Org

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This episode is also sponsored by Ladder. Ladder was founded by LeBron James and Arnold Schwarzenegger to change the way supplements are made. They worked with the top scientists to formulate a line of clean performance products. Unlike other supplements, every batch is tested by a third-party to verify the highest standards for quality and safety. Ladder’s goal is to help you unlock your best in any situation. Right now, that mean access to special offers and expert advice from their community. Use code BETTEREVERYDAY for 30% everything sitewide at https://ladder.sport.
This episode is also sponsored by The Leadership Experience - a coaching masterclass by the Launchdad himself, George Andriopoulos. Enroll in the June cohort and check out the add-on tracks, including: Public Thought Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Career, and the brand new "The Podcast Experience" track, co-taught by George and Marc Cordon. More details: http://theleadershipexp.com
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1 hr 33 min
May 18, 2020 The Origin Story of the Anti-Bully - Joe Salamone
We've all heard of the superhero origin stories that graced the silver screen or the pages of classic comic books. Bruce Wayne's parents were murdered in front of him and Batman was born. Bruce Banner was poisoned by gamma radiation in his lab and became The Hulk. Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider and became Spider-Man. Our guest on Episode 124 of The Launchcast, Joe Salamone, was bullied so badly from the 6th to the 12th grade, that a series of events years later led him to founding the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying. Through the efforts of LICAB, Joe has possibly saved more lives than Batman ever did, but as the great Jim Gordon once said, "he's not the hero we wanted, but the hero we deserve." George and Joe go into a deep dive on bullying, leadership, purpose, and...Christmas?? Listen up, you might learn something.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com or more show info and to download/stream the podcast
Follow the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying at:
Facebook @licoalition
Instagram @licoalitionagainstbullying
Check out LICAB.org, to follow LICAB.
Follow Joe Salamone on Facebook: @Joe.salamone.56
This episode is also sponsored by The Leadership Experience - a coaching masterclass by the Launchdad himself, George Andriopoulos. Enroll in the June cohort and check out the add-on tracks, including: Public Thought Leadership, Podcasting, Entrepreneurship, and Career. More details: http://theleadershipexp.com
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday!
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Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here: https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow
1 hr 41 min
May 11, 2020 Conversations With a King - Fred P. Banny III
"We are born boys, responsibilities make us men, choices make us kings. As iron sharpens iron, so does one [king] sharpen another." Quarantine be damned, The Launchcast is back in studio with an incredible interview. In Episode 123, George dives deep into the purpose of intentional men with the incomparable Fred Banny, keynote speaker and thought-leader behind Conversations With Kings. Fred is a survivor and a thriver: whether it was COVID-19, civil war in Liberia, or car accidents, this TEDx speaker discusses his incredible journey and is a shining example of a new kind of P.T.SD.: Post Traumatic Success Destiny.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com or more show info and to download/stream the podcast
Follow Fred Banny at:
Facebook @fpbanny
Instagram @fpbanny
Check out FredPBanny.com, to follow Fred and make sure to join the next Conversations With Kings event!
Watch Fred's TEDx talk at TEDxDeerPark "How I Turned My Adversities Into Advantage" here: https://www.ted.com/talks/fred_p_banny_how_i_turned_my_adversities_into_advantage
This episode is sponsored by Ladder. Ladder was founded by LeBron James and Arnold Schwarzenegger to change the way supplements are made. They worked with the top scientists to formulate a line of clean performance products. Unlike other supplements, every batch is tested by a third-party to verify the highest standards for quality and safety. Ladder’s goal is to help you unlock your best in any situation. Right now, that mean access to special offers and expert advice from their community. Use code BETTEREVERYDAY for 30% everything sitewide at https://ladder.sport.
This episode is also sponsored by The Leadership Experience - a coaching masterclass by the Launchdad himself, George Andriopoulos. More details: http://theleadershipexp.com
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here: https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow
1 hr 40 min
May 04, 2020 Put Me In, Coach
You want to talk serious leadership? Look for your coaches. Yes, of course we're including sports coaches, but we're talking professional coaches in episode 122 of The Launchcast. Join the LaunchDad as he dives into the world of coaching and discusses his journey to founding his leadership coaching class as well as what led him to coaching with The Joy Revolution. If you're a coach yourself or you're looking for coaching to help better yourself, take a listen. Leadership, business, life, and as always, growth.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com or more show info and to download/stream the podcast
This episode is sponsored by The Leadership Experience - a coaching masterclass by the Launchdad himself, George Andriopoulos. More details: http://theleadershipexp.com
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here: https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow
35 min
April 27, 2020 So Let's Dance, The Last Dance
You asked for sports leadership, you got it. There's no greater sports hero to the LaunchDad than the G.O.A.T. himself, Michael Jordan. In this next quarantined episode (#121) of The Launchcast, George discusses the 10 part ESPN documentary "The Last Dance," an intricate look at the final season of the Chicago Bulls NBA dynasty in 1997-98. You want a cast study of leadership and some inspiration on the side? Listen to this.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com or more show info and to download/stream the podcast
This episode is sponsored by Ladder. Ladder was founded by LeBron James and Arnold Schwarzenegger to change the way supplements are made. They worked with the top scientists to formulate a line of clean performance products. Unlike other supplements, every batch is tested by a third-party to verify the highest standards for quality and safety. Ladder’s goal is to help you unlock your best in any situation. Right now, that mean access to special offers and expert advice from their community. Use code BETTEREVERYDAY for 30% everything sitewide at https://ladder.sport.
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here:
https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow

37 min
April 20, 2020Looks Like We Made It
In our best Barry Manilow voice, "looks like we made it!" No, we haven't made it past quarantine, we've made it to 20 episodes. In this behind the scenes retrospective on Episode 120 of The Launchcast, George discusses how this podcast came into existence, the logistics of designing the show (from the strategy to the intro to his interview influences from Howard Stern). We're playing some of our best clips as we feature some of our favorite "are you a leader" answers, memorable interview moments, outlandish clips from the vortex, and of course the Big 3. Strap in...it's about to get very leadership-y in here.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Featuring clips from previously recorded episodes of The Launchcast:
Frank Shankwitz - Founder and creator of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and subject of "Wish Man" on Netflix
Mike DelGuidice - Solo artist and lead background vocalist and guitarist for Billy Joel's band
Greg S. Reid - best selling author of Three Feet from Gold, and more, Forbes Top 10 speaker
Chef Allison Fasano - Celebrity chef appearing on multiple Food Network shows
Matt Campo - CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities NYM
Carol Silva - legendary veteran New York news anchor
Bobby Rubio - director/writer of Disney Pixar's "Float"
1st Lieutenant Robby Plotkin - Former pro MMA fighter, Army Ranger
Ben Duffy - director of 4 feature length documentaries on Amazon, including "Take a look at this heart"
Tricia Brouk - award winning director/writer/choreographer, executive producer of Speakers Who Dare
Scott Schmaren - internationally renowned hypnotist, featured on Oprah, regular guest on The Howard Stern Show
Dave Thompson & Josh Mirsky - founders of Sounds Like Autism podcast and TEDx speaking duo
Fr. Demetrios Kazakis - Greek Orthodox priest from St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in W. Babylon, NY
Marc Cordon - Founder of The Joy Revolution and The Golden Mic Podcast
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com for more show info and to download/stream the podcast
This episode is sponsored by Launchpad Five One Six, a management consulting firm dedicated to growing YOUR business. ore details: http://launchpad516.com
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
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1 hr
April 13, 2020 COVID-19 Castaway Starring Alexa (yes THAT Alexa)
Remember that time that Tom Hanks was in a plane crash and was stranded on a desert island and felt such isolation that he personified a human friend in his volleyball, which he named Wilson? Well imagine that except instead of Tom Hanks, it's us. And instead of a dessert island, it's coronavirus quarantine. And instead of a volleyball named Wilson, it's this week's guest on Episode 119 of The Launchcast, Shmamazon's AI virtual assistant Alexa! It's getting really weird here in our temporary quarantine studio. We're talking leadership, gangster rap, Alexa's musical talents, and her interesting life story.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com for more show info and to download/stream the podcast
This episode is sponsored by Launchpad Five One Six, a management consulting firm dedicated to growing YOUR business. ore details: http://launchpad516.com
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here: https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow
31 min
April 06, 2020 Our Father, Who Art On Podcast - Father Demetrios Kazakis
Do priests like Game of Thrones and the Yankees? The short answer is, yes. The long answer is on Episode 118 of The Launchcast as we sit down with Fr. Demetrios Kazakis, a New York based priest from St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church who is a shining example of leadership through adversity. The LaunchDad finally gets another Greek on the show, but it’s not all gyros and opas. George and Father D talk leadership of biblical proportions, and you don’t want to miss this one.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com for more show info and to download/stream the podcast
Follow St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church:
St. Nick's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/StNicholasBabylon/
This episode is sponsored by Launchpad Five One Six, a management consulting firm dedicated to growing YOUR business. More details: http://launchpad516.com
This episode is also sponsored by Personal Revolution. Ready for your own Personal Revolution? Listen to all episodes of the show here: https://www.himalaya.com/revolution1
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here: https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow
1 hr 18 min
March 30, 2020 The Thrilla in Manilla III - Marc Cordon
Yes, you read that right. That's Manila, but with 2 L's...why? Simple, this interview is as sweet as vanilla and as imperfect as a misspelled word on a vocabulary test. It’s being billed as the greatest rematch of all time. The people knew how special their chemistry was when they sparred on a few episodes of The Golden Mic Live, but their first epic battle happened on the now LEGENDARY episode 200 of Golden Mic Live where Muscles Marinara unexpectedly went southpaw and left Manilla Ice knocked out cold on the mat. Then came The Thrilla II on The Golden Mic Podcast where Cordon delivered a turbo-boosted hadouken before delivering the fatality on Andriopoulos.
Now it’s time to settle the score once and for all on the grandest stage of them all (not that one). The Launchcast presents Episode 117, The Thrilla in Manilla III…
…and this one happened in PRIME TIME.
Guest: Marc Cordon
VS.
Host: George Andriopoulos
The Joy bros dive in to this interview punching but come out revolutionizing the idea behind purpose, leadership, and…you guessed it…joy. Leadership, business, life, and EXTRAORDINARY growth (on ordinary days). Another dose of these two and their The Joy Revolution is just what the world needs right now.
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com for more show info and to download/stream the podcast
Follow Marc Cordon:
Marc's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marc.cordon
Marc's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/marccordoncoaching/
Visit The Joy Revolution: https://joyrevolution.com
Watch the livestream of the Speakers Who Dare 2020 movie here: https://boxcast.tv/view/speakers-who-dare-fnedo8qp6macog9sxlhr?fbclid=IwAR3J4FKcspHnpFo5y2qSuytG-xK_yBDjdMY3SUCYhRqprYh5Tg5SzmGrd5c
Speakers Who Dare: https://www.speakerswhodare.com
Watch Marc's Speakers Who Dare 2019 Talk - A Revolution of Joy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbmdJjfJFMI
Watch Marc's TEDxFarmingdale Talk - How to Have Extraordinary Growth on Ordinary Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkn31_553L8&t=20s
Watch Marc's TEDxOcala Talk - The Power of Self Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lq_xb9SaFnw
Listen to The Golden Mic Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-golden-mic-podcast/id1492809943
This episode is sponsored by Launchpad Five One Six, a management consulting firm dedicated to growing YOUR business. More details: http://launchpad516.com
This episode is also sponsored by Personal Revolution. Ready for your own Personal Revolution? Listen to all episodes of the show here: https://www.himalaya.com/revolution1
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here: https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow
2 hr 8 min
March 23, 2020 We All Live in a Mellow Quarantine - The Anti-Coronavirus (COVID-19) Show
It’s not our usual show, but then again, this is an unusual time. Four guests (count ‘em, FOUR) are joining us today as we braved the mean corona-ridden (virtual) streets to piece together Episode 116 of The Launchcast with one theme in mind: what can we do to keep the world turning in a time of crisis? You’ll hear from educator Jen Klock, two of the co-hosts of the Sanity is Overrated podcast Jennifer Muccioli and Rob McCaffrey, and executive producer of Speakers Who Dare Tricia Brouk, and hear their stories of pivoting in crisis, responsibility as leaders, and some good, old-fashioned nonsense as we fall into a COVID-19 induced vortex. We'll discuss everything from quarantine to Little Shop of Horrors to creatively solving impossible problems to Saturday Night Live. Leadership, business, life, growth, and…social distancing?
Hosted by entrepreneur and keynote/TEDx speaker George Andriopoulos.
Follow @launchpadceo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Visit http://thelaunchcast.com for more show info and to download/stream the podcast
Watch the HMS empty auditorium livestream performance of Little Shop of Horrors here: https://youtu.be/1BM9Cf8LiIw
Listen to the Sanity is Overrated podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sanity-is-overrated/id1494153137
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesanitypodcast/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thesanitypodcast/
Watch the livestream of the Speakers Who Dare 2020 movie here: https://boxcast.tv/view/speakers-who-dare-fnedo8qp6macog9sxlhr?fbclid=IwAR3J4FKcspHnpFo5y2qSuytG-xK_yBDjdMY3SUCYhRqprYh5Tg5SzmGrd5c
Follow Tricia Brouk at:
Instagram @tricia_brouk
Facebook @tricia.brouk
Speakers Who Dare: https://www.speakerswhodare.com
The Big Talk Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-talk/id1151802385?ls=1
Tricia Brouk: http://triciabrouk.com
This episode is sponsored by Launchpad Five One Six, a management consulting firm dedicated to growing YOUR business. More details: http://launchpad516.com
Subscribe to The Launchcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Monday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launchcast/id1491622136
Or find us on every other platform (as well as all of our links) here: https://linktr.ee/thelaunchcastshow
1 hr 54 min

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The Launchcast is a long-form conversation podcast hosted by entrepreneur and keynote speaker George Andriopoulos. Weekly episodes feature a mix of guest interviews, roundtable discussions, tiny…