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159. Bandwagon Fans are Actually Ok People May 02, 2019

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The sun is shining, the beer is flowing, and the boys from the Backpocket are still recording. This week we discuss Andrew’s new job with future podcast guest Caleb Van Deman, we take a stand against people who hate on bandwagon fans, and Sam got kicked out of a college bar and no one is shocked.

*Disclaimer: originally Back End Show #11 *

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158. Josiah Bardwell - Marketing Intern Spotlight Apr 30, 2019

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Josiah is an aspiring doctor, and he will be attending med school this July. Josiah graduated with us at the University of St. Thomas. As we became good friends, we quickly learned how Josiah is an all-around, self-aware man who's dedicating his passion towards offering his hand to those in need. He lights up the room with his energy, and we're stoked to call him a great friend.

*Disclaimer: originally Marketing Intern Spotlight #33 - Josiah Bardwell

Every listener is a marketing intern. The Marketing Intern Spotlight (MIS) is a conversation with a marketing intern. This podcast is for the marketing interns by the marketing interns! If you want to be apart of the MIS movement, reach out to us at thebackpocketpodcast@gmail.com or by raven!

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

157. Gabby Thomas Apr 29, 2019

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Gabby Thomas is a model, an actress, and an influencer currently living in the Twin Cities. As 2 Wildly Average guys, we unpack how the modelling industry works (especially in today's age with Instagram) and her journey through the industry so far. Gabby recently dropped out of the University of St. Thomas and is pursuing a modelling career full time with the hopes of making it to LA within the year.

*Disclaimer: originally S3 E11 - What Even is an "Influencer"? (feat. Gabby Thomas)*

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

156. #ProMomPodcast Apr 25, 2019

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Episode Dix is here (Dix is French for 10) and we're talking how Easter weekend is really the first Mother's Day prep (disclaimer: everyday is mothers day #promompodcast), Sam's Twitter game is raising some concerns, and we threw an art party in our house and shit hit the fan when a patron started making bacon in our kitchen.

*Disclaimer: originally Back End Show #10*

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

155. Ayo Okesanya -Marketing Intern Spotlight Apr 23, 2019

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Ayo picked up long distant running one year ago. Through mental fortitude and a desire to improve his overall health, he signed up for a marathon on zero training. Once he started preparing, fitness went from a form of punishment to now it's a form of prayer. Ayo graduated from the University of St. Thomas and is working at the Star Tribune. He's also Moise Igeno's glue piece. Learn more about Ayo, here.

*Disclaimer: originally Marketing Intern Spotlight #32 - Ayo Okesanya*

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

154. Alex Rollins Apr 22, 2019

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Alex Rollins is the lead singer of Denny, a Minneapolis band rectifying the 80s vibe through their upbeat, indy rock music. After 2 cease and desists on previous bands, Alex started Denny with the origin of the name being his father Dennis who represents the bigger than life, lack of care in the world, vibe that was introduced through 80s music. From dropping out of college to go on tour, to living in John Lennon's Lost Weekend home in California, the man has incredible stories detailing his journey as an artist.

*Disclaimer: originally S3 E10 - Be Bigger than Life (feat. Alex Rollins)*

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- Link n Drink - a networking event for like-minded hustlers, creatives, and entrepreneurs looking to collaborate in the Twin Cities. NEXT EVENT: 6PM, May 8th @ Finnegan's Brew Co. GET YOUR FREE TICKETS HERE.

- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

153. Matt Harein Apr 18, 2019

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Matt Harein joins the show this week and asserts his alpha status immediately as he dethrones Decky Spineless from his floral chair. We discuss Matt's Cool Guys in Uptown Podcast, The Blue Cheese Podcast in Uptown, and how Declan bought life insurance and has his brother as the sole beneficiary (Aidan if you're reading this, Dec never told you, so make sure you listen up at time stamp 24:45 for more details).

*Disclaimer: originally Back End Show #9*

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

152. Sam Herriges - Marketing Intern Spotlight Apr 16, 2019

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Sam Herriges broke on to the seen with his now famous video "Elevator Pitch." A classic narrative detailing the dedication of finding an internship during the summer before your senior year of college. It's a struggle we all went through, and Sam’s lyrical wizardry sums it up perfect. Sam is currently a junior on the University of St. Thomas, and the future is bright for him. Bonus Fact: if you’re in the market for a new chair, follow Mr. Herriges on IG for expert reviews.

*Disclaimer: originally Marketing Intern Spotlight #31 feat. Sam Herriges

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

151. Ross Hamann Apr 15, 2019

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Ross is a former Pro Golfer and current Director of Sales at Aon in Minneapolis. We got to know him because he's Jack Burke's boss and has a keen interest in starting his own podcast. Ross is 35 years old and in a position that is uncommon and unique. In the insurance industry, he is the glue piece between the Baby Boomers and the Millennials/Gen Zers. Ross has had the success he's had and is where he is today he challenges the status quo every day and aims to elevate the people around him. Using his experience with playing golf professionally, Ross has created an incredible mindset to challenge others and put them outside their comfort zone, making him what we consider The Walking Challenge.

*Disclaimer: originally S3 E9 - The Walking Challenge (feat. Ross Hamann)*

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

150. Jack Burke Apr 11, 2019

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A full week of stories including Jack Burke using his entire free week at ALTR Fitness, sending a pizza to Pardon My Take for the Final Four weekend (and it actually working…sorta), and unpacking the possibility that UST could get kicked out of the MIAC.

*Disclaimer: originally Back End Show #8*

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- Skyline Specs - a movement aimed at connecting and inspiring individuals to the place they call home. Check out their instagram page @skyline_specs

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