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Hosted by 101 WKQX's Jon Manley and James VanOsdol, the History of Alternative digs deep into everything alternative.
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Introducing "Beyond the Pipeline," the ultimate podcast for young and ambitious technology sales professionals. Join hosts Jon Manley and Brandon Borts as they dive deep into the world of sales strategies, insights, and tips tailored specifically for you. With over 17 years of experience, Jon shares his wisdom, while Brandon represents the new generation of tech sales professionals. From prospecting to pricing and relationship building, they cover it all. Tune in, subscribe, and unlock your ...
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• Introduction and banter, discussing the use of "Howdy" as an intro. • Being memorable in communication, using names in emails. • Emphasizing the importance of authenticity and real conversations. • Setting the agenda for the podcast, including success stories and challenges. • Sharing a success story about working with a customer named Dave. • Im…
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Unveiling the Tech Sales Journey: Meet the Voices Behind Beyond the Pipeline
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Introduction of guests Jon Manley and Brandon Borts Jon's background in technology sales and his journey from a call center to working at PC Mall Emphasis on relationship selling and belief in the best solution for the customer Discussion on understanding different technology categories and tracking growth potential Overcoming challenges and findin…
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...and his Florida jortsDe către Just a couple of dummies talking through our non-problems
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Manley has the wisest advice for Gregr's trip to Florida. Also, the fight that almost was and by the rules of RRR thank goodness was not!De către Just a couple of dummies talking through our non-problems
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Long-time dummies will recognize just how incredible this is - but we managed to stay on topic for the entire time we talked. One topic?!? It must be about us...De către Just a couple of dummies talking through our non-problems
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After almost 3 years away (and a few refresher episodes to work out the tech) we're back with new material. In the three years a lot has changed and anyone who still has us subbed - WHAT ARE YOU THINKING?! Thank you for waiting this long. We promise to only do this for us and ignore your suggestions unless they make us laugh and then we'll probably…
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Kurt Cobain R.I.P. - Remembering 'MTV Unplugged in New York' (Episode 24)
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As this week marks the annivesary of Kurt Cobain's death, Jon Manley & James VanOsdol remember what may be Nirvana's finest moment: "MTV Unplugged in New York."De către 101 WKQX
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Beastie Boys 'Licensed to Ill' - A look back (Episode 23)
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Beastie Boys released their landmark "Licensed to Ill" album 35 years ago. We talk about why the album is as revered (sorry) as it is, and why it still holds up.De către 101 WKQX
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Was Avril Lavigne replaced by a clone? Alternative urban legends (Episode 22)
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Urban legends have been part of alternative music history from the beginning. We run through some of the most well-traveled, and cover some of the more ridiculous ones in this episode.De către 101 WKQX
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Pop punk history, with guest commentator Tom Higgenson of Plain White Ts (Episode 21)
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From Ramones to Machine Gun Kelly, James VanOsdol and Jon Manley dive into the history of pop punk. Joining in the chat, and adding first-hand knowledge (and credibility) is Tom Higgenson of Plain White Ts.De către 101 WKQX
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The life, death and rebirth of vinyl (Episode 20)
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What is old is new again. Vinyl sales continue a dramatic upward trajectory, leaving all other physical media in the dust. What brought vinyl back from the dead, and why does it matter? JVO and Jon Manley talk about vinyl history with a guy who helps make it: Andy Weber, co-owner of Smashed Plastic, the only record-pressing facility in the state of…
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Rise Against: Political music and other appeals to reason (Episode 1)
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Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath joins hosts James VanOsdol and Jon Manley for the inaugural episode of the History of Alternative. They discuss politics in music: What are some good examples of mixing social issues and song? How has Rise Against grown as a political band? From our home base of Chicago, we're going long with one of Chicago's most…
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From Alaska to the Grammys: Portugal. The Man (Episode 8)
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Zach Carothers of Portugal. The Man jumps on the show this week to talk about the music that inspired him as a kid (Rage, Primus, Beastie Boys), his first concert, activism, supporting Indigenous peoples and that little song that earned the band a Grammy.De către 101 WKQX
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Top 10 albums from the 90s: Our picks (Episode 11)
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Best decade ever for music? Maybe. It was definitely tough for Jon Manley and James VanOsdol to narrow down their 10 favorite albums from the 90s. They discuss and debate each other's picks in this unintentionally controversial episode.De către 101 WKQX
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Cage the Elephant: From the beginning (Episode 14)
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Matt Shultz of Cage the Elephant joins the History of Alternative podcast for an exclusive interview that covers the band's career, including the inspirations that led to the band's formation, the 'master class' live show and the emotions that went into the most recent/massively successful "Social Cues" album.…
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Lights, camera, podcast: Alternative at the movies (Episode 18)
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What are the best music moments in film? The best alternative-centric soundtracks? We get into alternative music at the movies this week!De către 101 WKQX
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It was all about the he-said/she-said bull***: Nu Metal (Episode 15)
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From Korn through the present, we’re talking about the history of Nu Metal on this week’s show. Find out why Drowning Pool’s “Bodies” is like “ordering Pantera’s ‘Walk’ off Wish.”De către 101 WKQX
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2021 nominees (Episode 16)
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees are in! Jon Manley and James VanOsdol talk about this year's class.De către 101 WKQX
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Chicago in the 1990s: A roundtable discussion (Episode 17)
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The fabled "Chicago scene" of the 90s is discussed in a special roundtable featuring Louise Post (Veruca Salt), Scott Lucas (Local H) and Josh Caterer (Smoking Popes)De către 101 WKQX
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Was MTV the last great music curator before the internet age? And how great was "120 Minutes?"De către 101 WKQX
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The history of David Bowie (Episode 13)
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This week marks the anniveraries of David Bowie's birth and death. Seemed like a good excuse to go deep into Bowie's widly prolific and influential career.De către 101 WKQX
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2020: The Year in Review (Episode 12)
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Adios, 2020. Don't let the door hit you on the ass on your way out. Despite the fact that this year was a dumpster fire, there was plenty to celebrate musically. Jon and James look back at the most recent History of Alternative: The past 12 months.De către 101 WKQX
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Royal Blood talks about *their* history as they ready new album (Episode 10)
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Formed just under 10 years ago, Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher have taken Royal Blood’s sound to a universal, arena-filling level. They jumped on a call to talk about their history, and what comes next, with Jon Manley & James VanOsdol.De către 101 WKQX
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Thanksgiving: What we're grateful for when it comes to music (Episode 9)
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Even in 2020, surely there are things to be thankful for. James VanOsdol and Jon Manley talk about what makes them grateful to be music fans in the Year of Our Eternal Dumpster Fire.De către 101 WKQX
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30 years of 311: Nick Hexum and P-Nut (Episode 7)
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311 is 30 years old this year! Nick Hexum and P-Nut sit down for a long chat about their beginnings, longevity and next steps on the History of Alternative podcast.Sponsored by WintrustDe către 101 WKQX
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'Hybrid Theory' 20 years later: Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda and Phoenix (Episode 6)
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Linkin Park's watershed debut 'Hybrid Theory' was released 20 years ago, and has been commemorated in a (truly) massive box set rerelease. To celebrate, we're going track-by-track through the album with Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda and Phoenix. The History of Alternative podcast is sponsored by Wintrust.…
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The History of Smashing Pumpkins, Pt. 2: Jimmy Chamberlin and James Iha (Episode 5)
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Continuing our deep dive into Smashing Pumpkins history, we're joined this week by drummer Jimmy Chamberlin and guitarist James Iha. The History of Alternative podcast is sponsored by Wintrust.De către 101 WKQX
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The History of Smashing Pumpkins, Pt. 1: Billy Corgan (Episode 4)
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Weeks before Smashing Pumpkins release their double album "CYR," Pumpkins mastermind Billy Corgan looks back on the band's history and legacy.Sponsored by WintrustDe către 101 WKQX
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Undead, undead, undead: The Halloween episode (Episode 3)
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It's one of our favorite times of year: HALLOWEEN! Hosts James VanOsdol and Jon Manley talk about Halloween artists, songs and essential horror movies.The History of Alternative is sponsored by WintrustDe către 101 WKQX
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I'm adding content as a means to keep our iTunes feed alive. This won't answer any questions. This isn't an episode. This is purely a need to create an "episode" to save the feed. Thanks -GregrDe către Just a couple of dummies talking through our non-problems
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