Headsmack: Conversations with Misfits
Episodes
Scott Simson / Youtube Strategy. CEO - Raffiti Media
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Simson is a YouTube strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of Raffiti Media who has spent the better part of a decade cracking the code on what m...
Molly Mahoney / Ai Queen. Founder and CEO of The Prepared Performer
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Mahoney went from performing on stages in New York, Las Vegas, and the national tour of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to building a seven-figure digit...
David Brier / The Brand Father. Chief Gravity Defyer. Slayer of the Mundane
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most companies are not bad at marketing.They are bad at branding — and they do not even know the difference.David Brier has been the guy CEOs call w...
Karen Hite / Co-Founder Hite International. Scale with Stability
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Hite knows what it looks like to win on paper and fall apart on the inside.As the COO of Committed Mastermind and co-founder of Hite Digital —...
Andy Starr / Co-Founder Level C. Brand Architect. Strategy Sparring Partner. TEDx Speaker
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Starr is one of the rare minds operating at the true intersection of strategy, creativity, and business design — and he is not interested in th...
Phil Cooke / PhD. Strategic Advisor. Cultural Influence & Crisis Leadership
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your church is competing in the most distracted culture in human history — and most ministry leaders don't even know it.Phil Cooke, Ph.D. — H...
Camila Markson / Millionaire Nanny. From 0 to Millions with Digital Products
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
She arrived in America with less than $1,000 and worked as a nanny.A bank recruiter once told her she should try working at a department store before ...
Julia McCoy / Founder. Ai Leader. World’s First 100K YouTube AI Clone
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Julia McCoy is a serial entrepreneur, AI pioneer, and founder of First Movers AI who sold her 100-person content agency in 2021 before the world had e...
René Remsik / Content Creator. Educator. SAAS Builder
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rene Remsik did not set out to become one of the most-viewed AI content creators on the internet. He set out to survive. From Forex trading at 15 to...
Daniel Chou / Digital Entrepreneur. 7-Figure Coach. Affiliate Marketing Strategist
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
He was $35,000 in debt and getting sued by his credit card company.He was delivering auto parts during the day just to feed his family.At night, he wa...
Marlene D. Chism / CEO. Author. Keynote Speaker
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every stuck moment in your career traces back to a conversation you avoided.Leadership expert Marlene Chism spent 21 years as a blue collar worker bef...
Dr. Charles M. Russo / Navy Intelligence. Doctor of Philosophy. Author
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Charles M. Russo has spent decades inside the U.S. Intelligence Community learning how to think clearly when the stakes are high—and certainty i...
Brandon Triola / Chief Creative Officer. Author
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Triola almost threw away his creative dream before it began. Now he's on a mission to save every creative professional from making the sa...
Mark MacDonald / National Church Branding Strategist / Author
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mark MacDonald brings 40 years of ministry, marketing, and communication experience to this powerful conversation about church branding and effective ...
Heather Russo / Wealth Strategist. Founder. CEO at I Am Generation One
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Heather Russo, wealth strategist and founder of Generation One, transforms how high achievers think about money. Starting with $25 monthly IRA contri...
Bob Hamp / Founder Think Differently Academy. Author. Speaker. Coach
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bob Hamp is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, author, and founder of Think Differently Academy, and in this episode he delivers one of the mos...
Martha Krejci / Creator of Home-Based Revolution. Founder. Author
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Martha Krejci transformed from GoDaddy tech executive to million-dollar entrepreneur after a single video changed everything—her daughter's fir...
Marty Neumeier / Brand Strategist. Author. Designer. Legend
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marty Neumeier is the internationally recognized author who literally wrote the book on brand strategy. His work The Brand Gap has been read by 25 mil...
Kevin Murphy / Artist Entrepreneur
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Murphy went from barely graduating high school in the Bronx to painting the cover of a Rolling Stones album and building a global art education ...
Bill Harper / "Brand Boss" CEO. Chief Creative Officer
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where everyone’s shouting, silence equals irrelevance. Bill Harper knows this better than anyone. With over 36 years in the brand and mar...
Damion Lupo / CEO. Entrepreneur. Author
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Homeless to Nine Figures: What Damion Lupo Learned the Hard WayDamion Lupo isn’t your average entrepreneur. With over 70 companies under his be...
Jim Padilla / Sales Godfather. Business Growth Strategy
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneurs struggle to scale because they rely on tactics, funnels, and closers instead of systems and human connection. Many feel like sales just ...
Atiba De Souza / Ai Expert. CEO Strategist. Team Productivity Expert
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Atiba De Souza is your secret weapon when your team is underperforming. As a CEO strategist and team productivity expert, Atiba transforms struggling...
Owen Video / YouTube Growth Strategist. Coach. CEO
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“They told me to go home and die. Instead, I built a business and beat cancer—twice.”Globally recognized YouTube strategist and high-performance...
Henry Kaminski Jr / Restaurant and Hospitality Marketing and Branding Expert
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Henry Kaminski Jr. is a force in hospitality branding, with 16+ years in the creative industry and a story that reads like a movie script. After losi...
Jamie Rowe / Lead Singer Kalamity Kills & Guardian
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie Rowe, lead vocalist of Nashville-based hard rock band Kalamity Kills, joins Paul to talk about breaking molds, surviving dark nights, and launch...
James Barnard / Logo & Visual Identity Designer / Speaker / Teacher
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
James Barnard knows logos—and how to turn design into a powerful business.As an award-winning logo and visual identity designer, James went from bur...
Brian Dixon / CEO, Hope Books & Co-Founder, Hopewriters
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Dixon is a bestselling author, publisher, and online business strategist helping everyday messengers write their book and grow their business.In...
Holly Homer / CEO. Blogger. Software Developer
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Pajama Jeans to Pagewheel: What Holly Homer Can Teach Us About DIY EntrepreneurshipHolly Homer didn’t plan to start a business—she just neede...
Nikhil Sai / CEO & Founder at Funneling Media
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nikhil Sai went from broke dropout to marketing phenom, generating over $500 million in client results and interviewing more than 100 millionaires on ...
Ivy Malik / The Creative's Business Coach
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop Overthinking, Start Earning: Ivy Malik’s Creative Business Wake-Up CallIn this powerful Headsmack episode, Ivy Malik breaks down the emotional ...
Steve Woodruff / The Clarity King. Author. Speaker. Coach
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop wasting words and start making impact.Meet Steve Woodruff, the “King of Clarity”, who’s spent 40+ years turning noise into memorable, refer...
Thomas Willis / Leadership. Culture Building. Author - The Great Engagement
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Culture eats everything! In this episode, Tom Willis reveals why most organizations struggle not because of strategy, but because of culture. Dive dee...
Paul Getter / Internet Marketing Nerd. Author. Speaker
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the founder of Speakpreneur and one of the top digital marketers in the world, Paul has helped build the online brands of A-list celebrities, Fortu...
Frank Mackrill / Aussie branding guy (G'day Frank)
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many founders and businesses struggle to clarify what their brand actually stands for, leading to scattered messaging, ineffective visuals, and wasted...
Eric Thayne / The KING of Short Form Video. Creator. Entrepreneur
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Thayne, dubbed "The King of Short Form Video," breaks down his proven framework for building a wildly profitable personal brand in 2025...
Jeffery Ross / The Laptop Lifestyle Dad. Affiliate Marketer. Social Selling
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From surviving a near-fatal horse accident to building million-dollar businesses, Jeff Ross shares his raw journey of transformation. Discover how th...
John Parkes / Co-Founder ClickFunnels. Chief Traffic Architect at Prime Mover
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most marketers blame their funnel when sales are slow. But according to John Parkes, the man behind ClickFunnels' explosive traffic growth, the r...
Mike Fallat / The Book Guy for Entrepreneurs. Author. Founder
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine having a powerful tool that instantly positions you as an expert, builds trust with your audience, and generates leads on autopilot.Writing a ...
Iwan Sunito / CEO-One Global Capital. Architect. Creative. Builder
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
$100 Million in sales IN ONE HOURFrom sleeping on bags of rice in the jungles of Kalimantan to reshaping Sydney’s skyline, Iwan Sunito’s journey i...
Tanner Chidester / Over 111+ Million in Online Sales / Coach / Founder Elite CEOs
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From $0 to $100M+ in sales in just six years—Tanner Chidester cracked the code to online business success. He went from struggling entrepreneur to ...
Laura Fiorella Egocheaga / Founder at Viral Growth Media. AI-Driven Business Strategist
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Fiorella Egocheaga has cracked the code on scaling revenue, client acquisition, and leveraging AI to revolutionize business growth. With over $2...
Sky Stack / Category King of High-Ticket Branding. Personal Branding Expert
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sky Stack, branding expert and creator of the Rare Persona™, reveals why most personal brands fail and how to build a brand that positions you as an...
Paul Povolni / Brand Strategist. Creative. Podcaster. Speaker
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many businesses and individuals find themselves stuck in a cycle of knowing they need to change but not knowing how to start. They sense that their br...
Stephen Houraghan / Brand Builder. Brand Master Academy. BrandBuilder.ai
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Branding Blind Spot That’s Costing You CustomersIn this conversation, Paul Povolni and Stephen Houraghan explore the multifaceted world of brand...
Fabian Geyrhalter / Brand Strategist. Creative Director. Coach. Author. Speaker
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why Most Companies Get Branding Wrong (And How to Fix It)Fabian Geyrhalter knows how to build brands that last. As a brand strategist and creative exe...
Austin Armstrong / CEO of Syllaby. Digital Marketer. Millions of Followers on Social Media
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Austin Armstrong has mastered the art of digital marketing, video content, and AI automation. From MySpace to millions of followers, he’s built mult...
Jason Fladlien / Webinar GOAT. Author. Creator of a $57million webinar
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From writing articles for $3.25 to $57.9 million webinar record-holder!Jason Fladlien, known as the quarter billion dollar webinar man, joins Paul Pov...
Brandon Coleman Jr / Branding OG. Founder. CEO. Author. Speaker
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Branding's OG - 50 Years in the industryIn this engaging conversation, Brandon Coleman Jr. shares his unique journey from being a young athlete...
Zach Babcock / Founder of Alpha Underdog
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Babcock’s life story is nothing short of remarkable. Growing up in a chaotic environment filled with juvenile detention, rehabs, and a five-yea...
Ulyses Osuna / CEO. PR Strategist. Founder Influencer Press
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many entrepreneurs waste time and money chasing media coverage that looks impressive but fails to generate real business results.Imagine having a stra...
Rachel Pedersen / CEO & Marketing Strategist. Author. Podcaster
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Hairstylist to Marketing Maven: The Psychology of Building a Million-Dollar BrandIn a world where social media presence can make or break a busin...
Jason Moore / Author "Ai and the Church". Church Consultant. Speaker. Trainer "Hybrid Worship"
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Churches often struggle to create welcoming environments that connect with modern visitors, while also facing the challenge of integrating new technol...
Marcus Camenzuli / Email Marketing. Full Stack Marketer To 7-8 Figure Personal Brands
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Email Marketing Masterclass!Many businesses struggle with converting cold leads into buyers, often relying on high-pressure sales tactics that leave b...
AJ Adams / CEO. Founder. Speaker. Author. "Compassion Marketing"
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
AJ Adams’ story is one of alignment, resilience, and transformation. From his early days in ministry to becoming a top marketing expert, AJ learned ...
Amanda Nigg / Farm Fit Momma. Personal Trainer. Nutritional Coach
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After losing everything in a devastating fire during COVID lockdown, Amanda Nigg transformed her setback into an international fitness movement. Disc...
Chris Marroy / Film. TV. Stage Actor. Designer. Impressionist
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Chris Marroy shares his journey from New Orleans theater to Hollywood, discussing the realities of building an acting career, the importance of ...
Eric Skeldon / Film Maker. Entrepreneur. Author
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Skeldon transformed his entrepreneurial skills from street hustling to steering a groundbreaking faith-based entertainment company. The Kingdom W...
Kevin Rapp / Creative Director. Content Creator. Speaker
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Creativity and Ai - Is it Good or the End?Businesses often undervalue creative teams, missing out on the strategic potential of creativity.Creative st...
Richard Kaufman / Comeback Coach. Podcaster. Best Selling Author
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many people feel stuck in adversity, unsure of how to make a comeback after hitting rock bottom.Envision a path where adversity fuels your growth, lea...
Charles Lee / CEO Ideation. Culture. Creativity. Brand Building
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many entrepreneurs and business leaders struggle to turn their ideas into reality and build authentic, impactful brands. They often feel disconnected ...
Isaac Mashman / Building a Personal Brand
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to Build a Personal Brand That Grows Your InfluenceMany professionals and entrepreneurs struggle to build a credible personal brand online, often ...
Joel Zeff / National Keynote Speaker. Author. Work Culture Expert. Humorist
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many professionals struggle with workplace monotony, poor team dynamics, and difficulty adapting to change, leading to decreased productivity and job ...
Jeremy Ryan Slate / Building Podcasts and the Roman Empire
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From studying Roman propaganda to building an empire of his own, Jeremy Slate shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship. Learn how he used ...
Haley Shane / Slayer of Boring Brands
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Haley Shane is a brand strategist, designer, and self-proclaimed "Slayer of Boring Brands." What started as designing band posters for fun h...
Akbar Sheikh / Coach. TEDx Speaker. Author. Entrepreneur
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Building a Life and Business with PurposeAkbar Sheikh went from living in an electrical closet with no windows, showers, or hot water to coaching entr...
Manny Wolfe / Marketer. Author. Coach. Former Cult Member
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Cult to Consultant: Manny Wolfe's Unbreakable Marketing WisdomManny Wolfe shares his extraordinary journey from cult upbringing and street l...
Jacob Cass / Brand Consultant. Blogger. Founder JUST Creative
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many business owners and entrepreneurs struggle to scale their operations, differentiate in crowded markets, and adapt to rapid technological and econ...
Menina Fortunato / Dancer. Mentor. Entrepreneur
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paula Abdul, Earth Wind & Fire and Star TrekMenina Fortunato has performed alongside some of the biggest names in music, including Beyoncé and Br...
Larry Roberts / Podcasting. Personal Branding. Ai
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this eye-opening episode of Headsmack, Larry Roberts takes us on a journey from car salesman to podcasting and AI expert. His story of perseverance...
Von Glitschka / Illustrative Designer. Teacher. Brand Strategist
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gamma Brainwaves: The Secret to Creative BreakthroughsVon Glitschka, a master of illustrative design, shares his journey from early digital design too...
Anneli Hansson / Brand Strategist. Coach. Speaker
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Creative professionals often feel undervalued and stuck in "order-taker" roles, struggling with imposter syndrome and unsure how to elevate ...
Jonathan Mast / Ai Prompt Master. Consultant
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
AI Mastery for Business: Unlock Time-Saving and Profit-Boosting StrategiesMany business leaders are overwhelmed by the rapid advancement of AI technol...
Chris Benetti / Book Marketing Expert
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an author struggling to turn your book into a consistent source of leads and clients for your business?Imagine having a powerful system that t...
Jim Meskimen / Actor. Impressionist. Artist. Voiceover Actor
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what it's like to grow up with TV legends and find your own creative path?In this inspiring episode of HEADSMACK, join host Paul Povo...
Adrian Boysel / Branding, Marketing & Love Gangster
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adrian Boysel's story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Growing up in a tumultuous environment, facing homelessness, a...
Joseph Aaron / Mindset with the Media Monetization Master
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
5 years from homelessness to Florida Mansion and building a worldwide movement and the headsmacks along the way.Join host Paul Povolni on this inspiri...
Desislava Dobreva / Personal Branding. Memberships
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Des Dobreva, a brand strategist and membership expert, shares her origin story and journey of building a successful business. She emphasizes the impor...
Kyree Oliver / Men's Coach. Digital Marketer
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A little bit of talk about marketing and a whole lot of deep talk about men and the role of modern masculinity in personal development.Kyree Oliver is...
Chris Do / Creative. Strategist. Loud Introvert
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I help creatives build businesses and business leaders build brands." - Chris DoIn this episode we have the privilege of speaking with Chri...
Mark de Grasse / Ai, Digital Marketing & Futurism
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Headsmack podcast, host Paul Povolni sits down with Mark de Grasse, an AI advocate and former President of DigitalMarketer.com....
Jeff J. Hunter / Top Ai Consultant & Marketer
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Headsmack podcast! In this episode, we are excited to have Jeff J. Hunter, also known as the Savage Marketer, as our guest. Jeff has b...
James Malinchak / #1 Keynote Speaker & Author
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an enlightening conversation with James Malinchak, one of the most in-demand business and motivational keynote speakers in the world. Fea...
Marley Jaxx / YouTube Growth & Content Strategy
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unleashing Viral Potential with Marley Jaxx! In this episode of the Headsmack podcast, we welcome Marley Jaxx, an award-winning filmmaker and globall...
Rachel Miller / Organic Traffic Strategist
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doable Tactics to Get Engagement And Grow a Brand to reach 1 Million Fans and BeyondIn this thrilling episode, we sit down with Rachel Miller, a renow...
Dennis Yu / CEO Blitzmetrics. SEO and Traffic Expert. Googleable Guru
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to Rank Without Breaking the Bank - The Truth and Myths about SEOJoin us on the Headsmack Podcast as we welcome Dennis Yu, a search engine enginee...
Tony Whatley / Founder of 365 Driven
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Side Hustle Millionaire: Strategies for Success with Tony WhatleyTony Whatley is a 20+ year serial entrepreneur, business coach, best-selling auth...
Heather Parady / Creator. Fractional COO. Viral Content Creator
04 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Creative Limits: How Restriction Fuels Innovation in Content CreationIn this insightful episode, Heather Parady, former mental health therapist turned...
Katie Richardson / Executive Coach & CEO
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Richardson helps CEO's Step Into Their Power + Achieve Greatness W/O Sacrificing Family, Faith or Health.In this transformative episode of ...
Josh Forti / Entrepreneur, Podcast Host and Founder of the Golden Mic Method
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Forti shares his journey from growing up on a farm to becoming an entrepreneur. He discusses the difference between being a business owner and an...
Chad Thibodeaux / Business Coach & Launch Strategist
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chad is a business coach and launch strategist who has helped over 5000 people launch their online coaching businesses.Chad Thibodeaux, a business coa...
Keith Thibodeaux / I Love Lucy, Mayberry & Rock n Roll
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Thibodeaux, known as Little Ricky from the show I Love Lucy, shares his experiences and memories from his time on the show.He talks about how he...
Phyllis Williams-Strawder / Ghetto Country Brandmother
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Paul Povolni interviews Phyllis, also known as the Ghetto Country Brandmother, about her journey from running a barbecue busines...
Headsmack Trailer
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Headsmack Podcast my name is Paul PovolniJoin us every week as we have candid conversations with misfits, mavericks, trailblazers, drea...