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AI's New Era Innovation Strategies for Entrepreneurs
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, Kenny Groom sits down with Mbere Monjok, Technical Program Manager at Google, to talk about building real value in this new AI wave. Mbere shares the biggest mistake she sees founders make: leading with "we're AI-powered" instead of the problem they actually solve. She digs into where AI is delivering real ROI right now (turning unstructured, messy…
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, Kenny Groom sits down with Ty Smith, co-founder of Big Stage Energy and founder of Optical Diversity Telecom, to discuss how conferences, networking, and strategic relationships can create real business opportunities and career growth. Ty shares his journey from enterprise telecom sales into building a conference community focused on helping…
Sports Aren't Just Games Anymore (Part 2) | Why LeBron Can't Retire Yet
Can the NBA afford for LeBron James to retire? In Part 2 of this Beyond Normal Media conversation, Kenny Groom and Less Bless dive into one of the biggest questions facing professional basketball. As international stars continue to dominate the league and player brands become larger than ever, what happens when the NBA's biggest attraction eventually walks away? From LeBron James' economic impact…
Sports Aren't Just Games Anymore (Part 1) | The Business Behind Sports Entertainment
What if professional sports are closer to Hollywood than we want to admit? In Part 1 of this Beyond Normal Media conversation, Kenny Groom sits down with sports personality Less Bless to explore how the business of sports has evolved beyond wins and losses. From television rights and fan loyalty to franchise value and media narratives, this episode asks whether today's biggest leagues are built as…
Redefining UX in the Gaming Industry: A Chat with Calvin Robertson
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, Kenny Groom sits down with Calvin Robertson, enterprise UX design leader, educator, and founder of Jubileague, to discuss how human-centered design, leadership, and technology can come together to create better experiences for people. Calvin shares his journey leading UX and innovation initiatives across organizations like Corning, Best Buy, Lowe’s,…
How Marcus Wade Built Smart Recycling Tech Through Faith and Innovation
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast , Kenny Groom sits down with Marcus Wade , founder of Genesis 1 Technologies and co-founder of Waste Wise Innovation , to discuss how faith, technology, and sustainability can come together to solve real-world problems. Marcus shares the story behind the Topper Stopper , a smart recycling system that uses barcode verification, AI, and rewards-based…
Betting on Yourself After Layoffs | Dana Duckworth on Reinvention & Career Growth
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, Kenny Groom sits down with Dana Duckworth to talk about what it really means to bet on yourself after layoffs. Dana shares her journey of navigating career uncertainty, rebuilding confidence, and stepping into new opportunities with intention. From handling unexpected transitions to trusting your own value, this conversation is filled with honest…
Why the Best Salespeople Talk Less and Close More | Ronnell Richards
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast , Kenny Groom sits down with Ronnell Richards , founder of Business & Bourbon , to discuss the power of authentic selling and relationship-driven business growth. Ronnell shares how his experience in sales leadership shaped his belief that the best salespeople succeed not by talking more, but by listening better. Through his community-focused networking…
More Than a Title: Entrepreneurship, Podcasting, and Betting Big
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, we sit down with Jarrett Thomas, Chief Revenue Officer of OTB Digital and creator of the More Than A Title podcast. With nearly a decade in digital marketing and a powerful personal brand built on authenticity, Jarrett walks us through how he’s transforming the way sales and storytelling intersect in the creator economy. Tune in as we talk about…
Navigating Data Privacy in the AI Era with Rachel Cash
In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, we sit down with Rachel Cash, founder and CEO of Elroi, to explore how data privacy is evolving in the age of AI. With a background in law and years of experience in healthcare tech, Rachel breaks down what companies need to know to stay compliant, ethical, and competitive in a rapidly shifting digital world. Listen in as we discuss the rise of…