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The Backpack Show

by Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone

Providing business insights from unusual places, the Backpack Show isn't your typical business podcast. We interview everyone from Sir Mix-A-Lot to Mexican Horror/Comedy Actors to nuns to give you great business insights. Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone deliver a daily live video (and now audio) experience for YOU!

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Episodes

  1. Gentle Barn with Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone on the Backpack Show

    Going into year 3 of a global pandemic, who couldn't use a hug? At The Gentle Barn, you can hug cows, cuddle turkeys, and give pigs tummy rubs! Animal therapy can help with both physical and mental issues, reducing blood pressure and improving cardiovascular health. And the release of endorphins...

  2. Open Door Film Project's Derrick Williams, Steve Deering, and Anna Levine on The Backpack Show

    We've all seen how people of color, women, the disabled, the LGBTQ+ community and people starting out over age 40 are underrepresented in the film industry. On this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone, we'll talk with Derrick Williams, Steve Deering, and Anna...

  3. SEO for Content and AI for Marketing: Andy Crestodina and Raj Venkatesan on The Backpack Show

    We're talking about SEO for content and AI for marketing On this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone! First we'll talk with Andy Crestodina, co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Orbit Media, an award-winning 38-person web design company in Chicago. Over…

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  4. Suzanna Crampton of Zwartbles Ireland on The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan

    We're having Suzanna Crampton back because tech issues disrupted her first appearance! Suzanna is a blanket designing shepherd of Zwartbles, a regenerative farmer, author of "Bodacious the Shepherd Cat, and so much more! On this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea...

  5. Author Jeff Brown of Read to Lead Podcast on The Backpack Show

    Award winning former radio host Jeff Brown of Read to Lead podcast joins this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone. Jeff's one of our favorite interviewers and hosts, and now he has a new book out: "Read to Lead: The Simple Habit That Expands Your Influence and...

  6. Leah Hampton, author of F*CKFACE, on The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan

    Writer and self-described "British-Appalachian chimera" Leah Hampton joins The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone to talk about her book, "F*ckface and Other Storie." Leah writes about Appalachia, corpses, ecoanxiety, and smart women. https://leahkhampton.com Her debut...

  7. Amanda Holmes of Chet Holmes International on The Backpack Show

    Amanda Holmes became CEO of Chet Holmes International at the age of 24. The singer/songwriter stepped in after the death of her father, Chet Holmes, author of "The Ultimate Sales Machine: Turbocharge Your Business With Relentless Focus on 12 Key Strategies." https://www.ultimatesalesmachine.com/…

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  8. Danny Gray of War Paint for Men on The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan

    Imagine you’re on "Dragon’s Den" (the U.K. version of "Shark Tank") and this is how you open. "Hi, Dragons. I want to start my pitch today by letting you know that I suffer from a mental illness. I suffer really badly with body dysmorphia. I tell you this because it’s the reason I founded my...

  9. Kate Brouse of National Telecommuting Institute on The Backpack Show

    People with disabilities often struggle to find work or don't know that there are work benefits available to them. That's why the nonprofit National Telecommuting Institute ("NTI") developed the NTI@Home work-from-home program. On this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry…

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  10. Headhunter and Author Rob Barnett on The Backpack Show

    Rob Barnett knows how YOU can get hired! On this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone, we'll talk with Rob about strategies for landing that dream job you want. Rob's a headhunter, management executive, podcaster, author, and entrepreneur. He founded Rob Barnett...

  11. Chris Talks About The Future of Work on The Backpack Show

    Chris Brogan is flying solo today on The Backpack Show! Join him to talk about the future of work. And bring your thoughts, questions and comments.

  12. Fashion Entrepreneur Leekei WH Tang and Skydiver Melanie Curtis on The Backpack Show

    Diving headfirst into your dreams is the order of the day on this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone! Fashion entrepreneur and educator Leekie Tang is based in Paris, France. We'll talk with her about helping other entrepreneurs grow their business while...

  13. Artists Mike Sorgatz, Janice McDonell, and Elizabeth Meggs on The Backpack Show

    Since 2008, Mike Sorgatz has been profiling the work and biographies of Brooklyn's visual artists in his two blogs, Art in Brooklyn and Art in New York City. At the beginning of the pandemic, Mike started a weekly Zoom call for his artist buddies. Janice McDonell and Elizabeth Meggs helped make…

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  14. Dusty Parsons and Tina Burgoz of Habitat for Humanity on The Backpack Show

    Come learn about Habitat for Humanity on this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone! We'll talk with Director of Marketing & Media Dusty Parsons​ and Chief Development Officer Tina Burgoz about their work at Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona....

  15. Social Scientist (and Circus Performer) Andrea Jones-Rooy, Ph.D. on The Backpack Show

    Andrea Jones-Rooy, Ph.D. is "a social scientist specializing in complexity." She's written a book and several research papers on complex systems, and regularly contributes articles to media outlets on complexity, as well as data science, international relations, diversity, and uncertainty. She's...

  16. Just Chris, Kerry, and YOU on The Backpack Show!

    Join Chris and Kerry in the studio for this episode of The Backpack Show. We'll catch up, have some fun, and maybe even play a game, so get camera ready and pop into the studio with us! cbrogan.me/joinus

  17. VRTO 2021 Co-Producer (and Former Ballerina!) Stephanie Greenall on The Backpack Show

    Into VR and video games? Or ballet? Either way, come and meet VRTO 2021 communications director and co-producer Stephanie Greenall on this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone! We'll talk with Stephanie about running Canada's first (and largest) V/AR Stories...

  18. Jeff Karpman & Grace Hanna of Westerlay Orchids on The Backpack Show

    Kerry's been working on this one for a while! Westerlay Orchids is a third generation family business and taps Dutch roots to grow the finest flowers on the Pacific Coast. Director Jeff Karpman and e-commerce specialist Grace Hannah join us on The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea...

  19. Entrepreneur Hannah Perry & Kevin Cummings of The Inst. for Nonprofit Practice on The Backpack Show

    Kevin Cummings has committed two decades of his career to improving the lives of New York City residents through roles in the nonprofit and municipal government sectors. Now Executive Director of The Institute for Nonprofit Practice, Kevin joins us on The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry...

  20. David Bradford, PhD and Carole Robin, PhD Talk Relationships on The Backpack Show

    As the world opens back up, lots of us are having a hard time opening ourselves back up after a year (and then some) of social distancing. On this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone, we'll talk with the professors behind Stanford’s most popular course...

  21. Kevin Ervin of Change for Kids and Bhav Chahal of GoSkills on The Backpack Show

    Kevin Ervin has always challenged the odds. Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, where he was rarely allowed outside in his dangerous neighborhood, Kevin has dedicated his life to leveling the playing field for those in under-resourced, under-served communities. https://changeforkids.org/ On this episode…

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  22. Janice Z. Gassam Asare, PhD on The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan

    Janice Gassam Asare, PhD, is the author of "THE PINK ELEPHANT: A Practical Guide to Creating an Anti-Racist Organization" and "Dirty Diversity: A Practical Guide to Foster an Equitable and Inclusive Workplace for All." She's principal consultant and podcast host at drjanicegassam.com and...

  23. Big Deal Author Erin King on The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan

    Erin King is a 3X entrepreneur, bestselling author of "Digital Persuasion," and a global keynote speaker. Erin joins us on this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone to talk about her new book, "You’re Kind of a Big Deal: Level Up by Unlocking Your Audacity."…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Providing business insights from unusual places, the Backpack Show isn't your typical business podcast. We interview everyone from Sir Mix-A-Lot to Mexican Horror/Comedy Actors to nuns to give you great business insights. Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone deliver a daily live video (and now audio) experience for YOU!

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What is The Backpack Show about?

Providing business insights from unusual places, the Backpack Show isn't your typical business podcast. We interview everyone from Sir Mix-A-Lot to Mexican Horror/Comedy Actors to nuns to give you great business insights. Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone deliver a daily live video (and now audio)...

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The Backpack Show is created and hosted by Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone.
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