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Dear BAMf

We are all BAMfs (badass motherf*ckers) according to us, but sometimes even BAMfs need help. Dear BAMf is an advice column-style podcast that lets you anonymously hit us with your hardest marketing and PR questions.

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Juliette Kopecky of LinkSquares from 2021-11-29T22:41:32

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Juliette Kopecky of LinkSquares explains how to communicate the benefits of assets to a client.

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Nick Kim Principal of Crosscut Ventures from 2021-11-22T20:34:46

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Nick Kim Principal of Crosscut Ventures talks about proactively preventing crises.

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Jamie Gatto Head of Ureeka from 2021-11-15T17:21:04

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Jamie Gatto Head of Ureeka advises on communicating a brand refresh.

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Heather Smith of SpyCloud from 2021-11-09T00:01:13

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Heather Smith of SpyCloud gives tips and tricks for CMOs presenting at board meetings.

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Justin Helmig of IMPLAN from 2021-11-01T20:33:41

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Justin Helmig of IMPLAN communicates what investors want to see in a deck.

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Victoria Griffin of Rhia Ventures from 2021-10-25T22:30:54

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Victoria Griffin of Rhia Ventures explains how to prepare for on-set TV interviews.

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Catherine Thomas of careMESH from 2021-10-18T18:50:08

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Catherine Thomas of careMESH advises how to crack into tier-one media when client assets are limited.

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Tamara Alesi of YouGov from 2021-10-08T20:51:30

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Tamara Alesi of YouGov gives advice on how to rationalize with a demanding CMO.

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Victor Lee of Kin Insurance from 2021-10-04T18:07:55

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Victor Lee of Kin Insurance compares lead generation through local versus national press.

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Clarissa Horowitz of Treasury Prime from 2021-09-27T20:24:45

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Clarissa Horowitz of Treasury Prime explains how to leverage small budgets using trade publications.

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Natasha Azar of Osage University Partners from 2021-09-20T22:14:38

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Natasha Azar of Osage University Partners talks about positioning your client for top-tier publications.

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Patrick McCarthy of Waybridge from 2021-09-20T17:30:08

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Patrick McCarthy of Waybridge gives advice on how to entice media.

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Josh Thomas of Flock Safety from 2021-09-13T21:29:34

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Josh Thomas of Flock Safety talks about the benefit of local PR when launching in new markets.

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Liz Prugh of Kitsune Consulting from 2021-08-30T17:59:45

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Liz Prugh of Kitsune Consulting explains how to maximize marketing content.

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Jeff Lerner of Flock Freight from 2021-08-23T19:34:34

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Jeff Lerner of Flock Freight explains how to preserve client relationships through partnership.

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Mimi Gadsden of Doctor.com from 2021-07-13T01:13:29

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Mimi Gadsden of Doctor.com explains how to ask media to meet in person post-pandemic.

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Julie Inouye of VSCO from 2021-06-28T23:12:47

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Julie Inouye of VSCO explains how to get your rebrand maximum coverage.

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Keji Mustapha of Connect Ventures from 2021-06-22T00:47:02

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Keji Mustapha of Connect Ventures talks about how to delight your customers with meaningful gifts.

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Clare Bennett of Dcode from 2021-06-15T00:05:06

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Clare Bennett of Dcode gives options on what to do when your C-suite is not receptive to media training.

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Gwen Fisher of PassageBio from 2021-06-07T19:48:20

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Gwen Fisher of PassageBio speaks about how market research can influence your startup's messaging.

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Jonny Steel of Payoneer from 2021-05-24T16:18:25

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Jonny Steel of Payoneer explains how to navigate international markets.

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Nick Morris of Onna from 2021-05-17T16:54:15

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Nick Morris of Onna explains how to convince your c-suite to do a brand refresh.

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Sheena Badani of Gong from 2021-05-10T17:14:49

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Sheena Badani of Gong talks about when to turn down PR placements.

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Erin Simpson of Brick Lane from 2021-05-03T19:36:22

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Erin Simpson of Brick Lane breaks down how to know when a start-up needs an agency.

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Elise Brown of Anthemis Group from 2021-04-26T18:44:16

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Elise Brown of Anthemis Group explains how to communicate success during a pandemic.

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Dan Tarman of DanTarman.com from 2021-04-19T16:10:30

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Dan Tarman of DanTarman.com talks about media training the CEO for an IPO announcement.

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April Conyers of Postmates from 2021-04-12T19:57:15

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, April Conyers of Postmates talks about her favorite delivery ever and the best way to leverage data.

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Gabrielle Ferree of OneTrust from 2021-04-01T16:00

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Gabrielle Ferree of OneTrust talks about being number-one on the 500 INC. list and how to handle client scope creep.

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Tina Rubin of Wave from 2021-03-30T15:03:04

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Tina Rubin of Wave talks about vetting your PR agency for IPO experience.

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Whitney Curry of Pacaso from 2021-03-22T17:38:28

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Whitney Curry of Pacaso talks about the power of data and internal communications.

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Lee Davis of Spectrum Labs from 2021-03-15T16:52:17

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Lee Davis of Spectrum Labs shares how to do more with fewer marketing resources. 

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Rob Gonzalez of Salsify from 2021-03-08T19:46:15

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Rob Gonzalez of Salsify explains the importance of the digital shelf and gives tips on improving internal communications.

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Shimon Lazarov of OKCoin from 2021-03-01T22:56:21

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Shimon Lazarov of OKCoin speaks about the cryptocurrency landscape and gives tips for strengthening messaging.

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Caitlin Epstein of Twilio Inc. from 2021-02-22T18:07:35

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Caitlin Epstein of Twilio Inc. tells us the story behind the $3 billion breakfast burrito.

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Erin Kim of Geltor Inc. from 2021-02-16T19:16:47

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Erin Kim of Geltor Inc. talks about when and how to walk from tier-one media coverage.

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Alexis Evans of Fair.com from 2021-02-08T18:27:15

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Alexis Evans of Fair.com gives us the secret on how to tell a compelling data-driven story.

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Erica Frank of Oak Street Health from 2021-02-01T22:33:17

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Erica Frank of Oak Street Health strategizes how to bring a pilot product to market. 

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Paul Bernardini of Kabbage from 2021-01-25T18:08:52

In today's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, Paul Bernardini of Kabbage explains how they became the second-largest lender in the nation.

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Dear BAMf Trailer from 2021-01-19T16:25:23

We are all BAMfs (badass motherf*ckers) according to us, but even BAMfs need help. Dear BAMf is a 30-minute advice podcast, hosted by our CEO Beck Bamberger, where guests address anonymously sub...

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Natsuki Zihnioglu of DNX Ventures from 2020-12-14T17:54:40

In this season finale of the Dear BAMf podcast, Natsuki Zihnioglu of DNX Ventures explains the proper protocol after a leaked embargo.

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Drew Beechler of High Alpha from 2020-12-07T23:41:05

In this episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Drew Beechler, Director of Marketing at High Alpha. Drew reminds founders that nothing is off the record in media relations.

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Cliff Worley of Kapor Capital from 2020-11-30T21:21:43

In this episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Cliff Worley, Senior Director of Portfolio Growth Marketing at Kapor Capital. Cliff shares his advice for getting customer case studies, h...

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Kip Knight of Thomvest Ventures from 2020-11-24T22:33:13

In Episode 26 of the Dear BAMf podcast, Kip Knight of Thomvest Ventures talks about how brands can navigate misinformation in the media.

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Ted Dillon of Clean Energy Ventures from 2020-11-23T22:19:01

In this week's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Ted Dillon, Director of Marketing at Clean Energy Ventures. Ted talks about setting PR strategies, including how to leverage trade ...

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Sam Ahmed of Nauta Capital from 2020-11-09T20:24:07

In this week's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Sam Ahmed, Head of Marketing & Communications at Nautica. Sam talks about setting PR strategies, including how to break through int...

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Nicole Canulla of DUST Identity from 2020-11-09T19:41:42

In this week's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Nicole Canulla, Head of Marketing & Communications at DUST Identity. Nicole gives counsel on internal communication strategies whil...

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Gabe Kleinman of Obvious Ventures from 2020-10-26T20:26:06

In this week's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Gabe Kleinman, Head of Portfolio Services & Marketing at Obvious Ventures. Gabe provides numerous case studies that answer some tou...

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Ronda Scott of General Catalyst from 2020-10-19T16:30

In this week's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Ronda Scott, Head of Marketing & Communications at General Catalyst. Ronda gives guidance to common startup & PR questions.

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Maya Lockwood of IndieBio from 2020-10-12T16:30

In this episode, Maya explains how to educate CEOs and Founders with emotional intelligence. She also covers some juicy PR questions from listeners, like this touchy one about noteworthy news.

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Nikki Parker of Insight Partners from 2020-10-05T16:30

In this week's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Nikki Parker, Vice President of Marketing Strategy & Communications at Insight Partners. Nikki explains how to convey the importanc...

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Amy Lin of Capital Rx from 2020-09-21T16:30

In Today's episode, Amy Lin — Director of Marketing at Capital Rx — examines the evolution of the founder's journey, talks about creating checklists with your partners in preparation for acquisi...

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Kaitlin Durkosh of Greylock Partners from 2020-09-14T16:30

In this week's episode of the Dear BAMf podcast, we speak with Kaitlin Durkosh, Director of Communications at Greylock Partners. Before joining Greylock, Kaitlin lead communications for Uber's c...

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Rachel Hofstetter of Chatbooks from 2020-08-31T16:30

In today's episode, Rachel Hofstetter — Chief Marketing Officer at Chatbooks — shares her knowledge by answering questions on how to overcome obstacles with your CMO, creatives ways to elevate y...

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Charity Mhende of Anthemis Group from 2020-08-24T16:30

In today's episode, Charity Mhende — Senior Associate, Brand and Communications Lead at Anthemis Group — explains the purpose of a press release, shares tips for choosing a PR agency based on yo...

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Tyana Daley of Immertec from 2020-08-17T16:00

In today's episode, Tyana Daley — Director of Marketing at Immertec — gives thoughtful advice on implementing a DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) program, managing crisis comms for an employe...

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Rob Haralson of Anzu Partners from 2020-08-10T15:51:37

In today's episode, Rob Haralson — Principal, Strategic Communications & Government Relations at Anzu Partners — talks about navigating the relationship between multiple agencies, dealing with a...

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Vincent Touati-Tomas of Northzone from 2020-08-03T16:30

In today's episode of Dear BAMf, Vincent Touati-Tomas — Director of Marketing & Communications at Northzone— tells us how to ignite passion even when you're not so passionate about your...

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Lindsay Amos of Y Combinator from 2020-07-27T16:30

In today's episode, Lindsay Amos, Director of Communications at Y Combinator, shares her expansive knowledge answering questions on how to convey the 'why' of a brand refresh to your CEO, balanc...

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Maria Juan of Peerfit from 2020-07-20T17:41:43

In today’s episode, Maria Juan — Vice President of Marketing at Peerfit — tackles your healthcare-focused marketing and PR questions, like how to make data from a small sample size work for you,...

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Erin Gleason of Founders Fund from 2020-07-13T15:38:32

In today's episode, Erin Gleason, Vice President of Communications at Founders Fund, unravels complex topics on how to manage your company's success during COVID-19, unite your execs on social, ...

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Brian Dema of Silicon Valley Bank from 2020-07-06T16:00

In today's episode, Brian Dema, Director of Marketing Strategy at Silicon Valley Bank and Neha Singh, Managing Director of Marketing at BAM, answer questions about SEO & paid media, what kinds o...

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Rebecca Buckman of Battery Ventures from 2020-07-01T16:30

In today's episode, Rebecca Buckman, Vice President of Marketing Communications at Battery Ventures, breakdowns multifaceted issues on managing troublesome clients, damage control, and IPO best ...

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Natalie Sportelli of Lerer Hippeau from 2020-06-25T16:30

In today's episode, Lerer Hippeau's Content & Brand Manager, Natalie Sportelli, and Marlena Medford, BAM's former Content Director, discuss the importance of strategic messaging, pivoting during...

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Nairi Hourdajian of Canaan from 2020-06-22T17:54:01

In today's episode, Nairi Hourdajian, Chief Marketing Officer at Canaan, gives you answers to tough questions on how to bridge the gap between the media and your client, securing feature pieces,...

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Kerry Bennett of Upfront Ventures from 2020-06-15T16:30

In today's episode of Dear BAMf, Kerry Bennett, Head of Marketing at Upfront Ventures chats with us about the nitty-gritty challenges of PR and marketing from crisis comms to media outreach when...

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Sarah King of Flywire from 2020-06-11T16:30

In today's episode, BAM's CEO Beck Bamberger and Sarah King, Flywire's Director of Global Communications & Brand, discuss the complex challenges of media ethics, client communications, and inter...

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Sanja Komljenovic of ONA Creative from 2020-06-04T19:42:25

In today's episode, BAM's CEO Beck Bamberger chats with Sanja Komljenovic of ONA Creative and BAM's Chief Revenue Officer, Mike Melvin, about your questions on client relationships, defining you...

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