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We are for ambitious entrepreneurs, enterprising businesses, and creative podcast producers who need to embody operational excellence (and know the cost of not doing it right)...Renee Speaks, powered by Livestream Editors, is your go-to weekly podcast for entrepreneurial encouragement and support to make life easier and better because being a leader is a tough job, but you don’t have to do it alon... more

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In this episode of Renee Speaks, we sit down with Hadley Nightingale—founder of New Zealand Property Buyers, where he helps investors secure and scale property portfolios with confidence.

In just five years, Hadley has built a thriving business that... more

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In this episode of Renee Speaks, we sit down with Aurora Winter—media strategist, founder of Same Page Publishing, and expert in helping leaders build authority in the AI era.

A prolific author of 10 fiction and nonfiction books, including the Ana Z... more

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In this episode of Renee Speaks, we sit down with Jeff Kruszyna—Founder & CEO of JMK Victory, a direct response marketing agency driving fundraising success for conservative campaigns, PACs, and nonprofits.

After 9/11 redirected his path from comput... more

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In this episode of Renee Speaks, we sit down with Cecily North‑Rudow—Certified Archivist and Certified Travel Advisor who blends her love of organization and preservation with her passion for building itineraries.

Cecily has built a thriving travel ... more

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In this episode of Renee Speaks, we sit down with Nida Leardprasopsuk—Founder & CEO of IRL, a groundbreaking Relationship OS designed to help people build meaningful human connections. With over 20 years of leadership at Fortune 500 companies like L’... more

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In this episode, Renee sits down with Rebecca Gunter for a powerful conversation on authenticity, personal branding, and showing up confidently in business. Rebecca shares how entrepreneurs and leaders can embrace their true voice, build deeper conne... more

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In this episode of Renee Speaks, we sit down with Elias Curtis—founder of Transformed Design Inc., a brand and web development agency helping service‑based businesses turn their online presence into consistent lead generation systems. With more than ... more

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In this episode of Renee Speaks, we sit down with Melissa Broughton—co‑founder of Busy Bee Advisors and creator of 1 Hour Bookkeeper. Through Busy Bee Advisors, Melissa helps small business owners gain financial clarity and reduce tax liability with ... more

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Recent Guests

Aurora Winter
Prominent media strategist and founder of Same Page Publishing
Same Page Publishing
Episode: Turn Words Into Wealth with Aurora Winter | EP 160
Jeff Kruszyna
Faith-rooted leader, founder of JMK Victory
JMK Victory; Dominion Strategy Group
Episode: Systems Over Struggle with Jeff Kruszyna | EP 159
Cecily North-Rudow
Certified archivist and certified travel advisor
Dugan's Travels (host agency)
Episode: Finding Passion Beyond the Path with Cecily North-Rudow | EP 158
Nida Leardprasopsuk
Founder and CEO of IRL, a Relationship OS reinventing how people build meaningful human connection
IRL
Episode: Connection Is Currency with Nida Leardprasopsuk | EP 157
Rebecca Gunter
Brand thropologist and founder of Stone Fruit
Stone Fruit
Episode: Stop Performing Professionalism with Rebecca Gunter | EP 156
Elias Curtis
Founder of Transformed Design
Transformed Design
Episode: Brand. Build. Scale. with Elias Curtis | EP 155
Melissa Broughton
Co-founder of Busy Bee Advisors; founder of the 1 Hour Bookkeeper program
Busy Bee Advisors
Episode: Roadmap to Bookkeeping Success with Melissa Broughton | EP 154
Walter Gainer II
Media strategist, podcast executive, founder of Boss Locks
Boss Locks
Episode: Ready, Set, Podcast! with Walter Gainer II | EP 154 [LIVE]
Ramon Ray
Serial entrepreneur; author of The Celebrity CEO; keynote speaker
Celebrity CEO / zoneofgenius.com
Episode: Systems Over Fear with Ramon Ray | EP 153

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Renee Hastings
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Wonderful conversation!

    Incredibly professional set-up, and Renee is such a warm, welcoming host. I can't wait to share our conversation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rcallenwriter
    United States6 months ago
  • Thoughtful Conversations with Real Depth

    Renee Speaks is a polished, well run podcast with real substance. Renee is an intentional host who asks thoughtful questions and creates conversations that genuinely serve the listener. Each episode is engaging, meaningful, and worth your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CValdes1
    United States7 months ago
  • Enjoyed being a guest

    Great host! Enjoyed the conversation and experience

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OrganizerJanet
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Episode

    Renee & Jillian have a chemistry and connection on this podcast. Favorite episode to date!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FischerGranny
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspiring!

    Renee has fantastic energy and this podcast is a breath of fresh air every time I listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sales2Ignite
    United States3 years ago

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Renee's energy makes each episode engaging and easy to digest.
Professional and polished setup with thoughtful questions that serve the listener.
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Finding Passion Beyond the Path with Cecily North-Rudow | EP 158
Q: How do you manage growing a thriving agency while balancing full-time work and family?
She describes using a centralized calendar, leveraging a host agency for support while maintaining independence, and prioritizing early mornings, late nights, and structured networking to grow the business without sacrificing family time.
Finding Passion Beyond the Path with Cecily North-Rudow | EP 158
Q: So tell us, what led you from archiving to travel advising?
Cecily explains how she moved from the archives world to an executive assistant role where she began booking travel, and how family change, ongoing education, and a desire for more flexible work life pushed her to start her own travel advisory work under Dugan's Travels, ultimately merging her organizational strengths with travel planning.
Brand. Build. Scale. with Elias Curtis | EP 155
Q: Why go beyond basic websites to scalable systems?
To avoid paying more and receiving less, you need an integrated approach that ties brand, website, and marketing into a single, data-backed system that can automatically nurture leads and convert them over time.
Brand. Build. Scale. with Elias Curtis | EP 155
Q: What makes a website high converting today?
Brand messaging must be clear—visitors should know who you are and what you offer, with a visible form or phone number above the fold; you should also use targeted lead-gen pages for locality-specific goals.
Brand. Build. Scale. with Elias Curtis | EP 155
Q: Have you always been in marketing, and where did your interest come from?
I started with graphic design and art, then moved into branding and eventually to building full systems that connect logo design through to marketing, which allows us to deliver measurable results and scale businesses.

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This show features pragmatic conversations with ambitious founders, growth leaders, and practical experts who share systems, processes, and mindset shifts for scaling businesses. Episodes commonly center on fundraising, marketing infrastructure, hiring and talent strategy, partnerships, and customer- or donor-centric growth. A standout pattern is turning theory into repeatable, data-informed practices—whether building nonprofit funding pipelines, crafting scalable marketing, or turning personal leadership experiences into actionable frameworks. Listeners can expect real-world tactics, guest-driven stories of resilience, and a personable host who guides discussions toward actionable takeaways for operators and executives alike.

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1. Aurora Winter
2. Jeff Kruszyna
3. Cecily North-Rudow
4. Nida Leardprasopsuk
5. Rebecca Gunter
6. Elias Curtis
7. Melissa Broughton
8. Walter Gainer II

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