Persuasion by the Pint

On this episode, we’ll be covering a flight of persuasion topics: The post 451: A Chicken Purse, a Comedian, and the Science of Getting Customers to Act- A Flight of Persuasion first appeared on Persuasion by the Pint .

On this episode, Matt Goren joins us to discuss AI search. Matt is the founder of RunOctopus, an AI search visibility platform to help companies get found and cited, and we’ll explore what that shift means for earning attention, building credibility, and becoming a business AI recommends. Matt is a marketing and growth specialist who […] The post 450: When AI Does the Searching, Will It Reco...

On this episode, Mark Kapczynski joins the show. He is the co-founder of Kontrol Media and author of Everyone Sells: How to Influence Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime. In his new book, Mark draws on neuroscience, psychology, and decades of business experience to explain why selling is really about human behavior and communication, not being pushy or […] The post How to Influence Anyone, Anywhere, A...

On this episode, Annie Figenshu joins the podcast. Annie helps leadership development firms explain what they do in simple, compelling language so the right companies understand their value and say yes sooner. She’s the owner of Downstage Media, a StoryBrand Certified Guide, and the co-creator and co-host of The StoryBrand Guide Podcast. She’s also the author […] The post 448: How to Use the...

On this episode, Chris Hadnagy joins us to discuss how psychic and fortune-telling scams really work. Chris is the CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC, and the author of five books on social engineering and human communication. His most recent book is Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You. He’s […] The post 447: Cold Reading Exposed: Ho...

On this episode, Clive Cable joins the show. Clive is a veteran direct-response copywriter, persuasion expert, and someone who has spent decades studying what makes people say yes. His career in persuasion didn’t begin behind a keyboard. He started in commission-only, door-to-door sales, where he learned firsthand how people make decisions, what creates desire, and […] The post 446: In...

On this episode, Frank Ahearn joins the podcast to discuss how to handle online blackmail. For more than three decades, he’s helped clients facing blackmail, privacy threats, reputation attacks, stalking, and situations where exposure could destroy careers, relationships, or families. He’s also the New York Times bestselling author of How to Disappear and has written numerous...

On this episode, Kristii Krugel joins the show. She is an experienced international negotiator, specializing in high-stakes facilitation and conflict management. Her adage when coaching others is: “You can be right, or you can get what you came for. Which one do you want more?” Negotiating begins long before you sit down with your counterpart, […] The post 444: What Great Negotia...

On this episode, we’ll debate the most Important skill to develop in the next 10 years. AI is making technical capability cheaper and more accessible, but human connection is becoming scarcer—and therefore more valuable. In a world where almost anyone can generate a polished proposal, presentation, sales email, or strategy in seconds, the competitive advantage […] The post 443: The #1...

On this episode, we do a flight of persuasion. We’ll be discussing a recent study where AI was pitted against some of the best human persuaders. We’ll also talk about surveillance pricing and why AI can be socially engineered the same way people can. The post 442: Surveillance Pricing and Why AI is Out-Persuading Humans first appeared on Persuasion by the Pint .

On this episode, Jared Braverman joins the podcast. He is the marketing director for Vida Management, where he runs marketing for 18 apartment communities — about 7,000 units across 8 states. He’s also the founder of AgencyFix, an AI-native marketing studio. Rather than buy AI tools, he built his own: an AI front desk that […] The post 441: He Built an AI Marketing Team for 7,000 Apart...

On this episode, Pierce Kafka joins us to discuss movie making and marketing with micro-budget. He is the CEO and Creative Director of Kafka Media Group (KMG), an integrated marketing agency where he leverages his years of experience in commercial production and advertising to transform brands into household names through storytelling. Pierce has worked on […] The post 440: How Obsession Rew...

On this episode, David Dutton joins us as we cover a random flight of topics. We’ll be discussing a new report on The Rise of the Apex Consumer – showing today’s consumers don’t just engage with marketing; they dissect it, exploit it, and discard whatever doesn’t serve them. We’ll also cover some other topics like Columbia […] The post 438: Trolling Flat-Earthers, Int...

On this episode, Barna Donovan, Ph. D. joins us to discuss “UFOs, Psyops, and Persuasion”. UFOs, Barna is a professor of communication and media studies at Saint Peter’s University in Jersey City, New Jersey. He teaches a course on the history of the intersection between conspiracy theories and popular culture, especially the long connection between Hollywood […] The post 437: UF...

On this episode, Dr. John Mayer joins the show. He is the co-host of the popular podcast, PodCandy: Cults, Crime and Killers. John is an internationally known forensic psychologist and expert on violent behavior and crime prevention. He is an award-winning screenwriter. He has written 13 screenplays, 4 published novels, a stage play, and has […] The post 436: Truth, Story, and Influence: The...

On this episode, we improvise on the fly after a guest had to cancel at the last minute. We’ll be discussing the power of analog marketing and how to wow your prospects and customers with a “big box”. We’ll share some examples of things that have worked not only for getting attention but also for […] The post 435: The Persuasive Power of Analog Marketing first appeare...

On this episode, Lucy Broadbent joins us. She is the author of What Would Ted Lasso Do?: How Ted’s Positive Approach Can Help You. Lucy is a journalist, author, and contributor to The Los Angeles Times, The London Times, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, The Daily Mail, Marie Claire (US, UK, Australian editions), Cosmopolitan, and […] The post 434: The Ted Lasso Playbook: Unexpected Les...

On this episode, Frank Niles joins the show. He is a psychologist and executive coach, who helps his clients deliver compelling messages that cause people to act. He is frequently quoted or featured in the media, having appeared in Fast Company, CNN, Inc, US News & World Report, and National Public Radio. His framework is […] The post 433: What Neuroscience Reveals About the Most Persuas...

On this episode, we welcome Carlos Tribino to the show. Carlos is CEO of The Machine, a company that builds influential brands with emotional connections. Carlos’s claim to fame is turning Juan Valdez into one of Fast Company’s 10 most iconic brand characters in history. Some of the brands he helped are Ferrari, Giorgio Armani, […] The post 432: He Turned Juan Valdez Into One of the Mo...

In this episode, we cover a flight of persuasion topics. These include: 1. McDonald’s Disaster (CEO Big Arch Burger Video) 2. French Fry Cookies (Repackaging) 3. Cold Caking 4. Lowering the Lights Makes You Spend More (Bars and Restaurants) 5. The KitKat Heist 6. Red Bull Guerilla Marketing  7. Pinterest’s “Best Thing Online Is a […] The post 431: Persuasion Flight: Mc...

On this episode, Clay Stafford joins the show. Clay has had an eclectic career as an author, filmmaker, story and creative consultant, actor, composer, educator, public speaker, and business leader. He has sold nearly four million copies of his works in over sixteen languages. He is the founder and CEO of the annual Killer Nashville […] The post 430: The 7 Truths Every Writer Needs to Hear –...

On this episode, Daniel Murphy of Tradeshow Secrets joins us to share how to maximize your ROI at Tradeshow events. Daniel is an entrepreneur, consultant, high-ticket and sales mentor. With a transformative journey from adversity to triumph, Daniel specializes in achieving high return on ad spend (ROAS) and streamlining revenue generation.  His dedication to mentorship […] The post 429:...