Andrew Swanson

Human to Human w/ Andrew Swanson

Business EN ↓ 4 episodes

Human to Human is a series of one-on-one conversations about the people behind the work. Hosted by Andrew Swanson, each episode explores the real stories, questions, and experiences beneath business, creativity, strategy, leadership, and service. These are not polished interviews built around quick answers. They are honest conversations with people who are building, making, leading, helping, learning, and figuring things out in real time. At its core, Human to Human is about the truth that work is never just business to business or business to consumer. It is people trying to understand people...

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Andrew Swanson

Episodes

Ali Raymer: Just Start! 10.06.2026 43:15

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Ali Raymer—senior travel advisor at Peace & Pearl to talk about how she turned a side hustle into a thriving career in the travel industry. We dig into her journey from high school travel club advisor to helping couples and families plan unforgettable trips around the world. Ali shares the ups and downs of building a client base, surviving th...

Sam Ford: Wrestling, Soap Operas, Digital Disruption, Innovation & Community Building 10.06.2026 1:08:47

In this conversation, Andrew Swanson and Sam Ford explore the intersections of wrestling, storytelling, community building, and innovation. They discuss how wrestling serves as a unique form of storytelling that combines scripted drama with sports, and how this parallels the dynamics of soap operas. The conversation delves into the importance of collaboration and community in achieving business go...

Amanda Havard: How Strategy Meets Storytelling 10.06.2026 47:37

In this candid conversation, Andrew Swanson (Co-Founder of Forerunner) sits down with Amanda Havard (Founding Partner at Innovation Engine) to unpack what it really takes to turn a fuzzy idea into a successful, people-centered innovation. Together, they explore how creatives and strategists can reshape the way companies think about video, marketing, collaboration, and problem-solving, whether you’...

Tatum Brandt: Branding That Works 10.06.2026 46:56

Building Meaningful Brands with Tatum Brandt of Brandt Creative | Full Conversation In this candid conversation, Andrew Swanson of Forerunner sat down with Tatum Brandt—founder of Brandt Creative—to talk about what it really takes to build a brand that resonates. We go deep on: - The power of founder-led branding - How personality and values shape visual identity - Why niche subcultures are the fu...