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Aqua Talks

Larry Aldrich and Mady Dudley

Welcome to Aqua Talks, the podcast where marketing meets bold, game-changing ideas. From state and federal government campaigns to industries spanning the private sector, we delve into the art and science of cutting through the noise, capturing attention, and building meaningful, profitable connections. Join visionary host Larry Aldrich, with decades of expertise in multi-industry marketing, and Mady Dudley, a PR professional renowned for crafting engaging, results-driven campaigns. Together, they deliver insights that inspire and strategies that transform.

Brought to you by BrennSys Technology LLC, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Aqua Talks is your gateway to the vibrant intersection of inspiration and marketing innovation. From designing campaigns that spark adventure to providing strategic solutions for public sector clients, Aqua Talks effectively bridges the gap between storytelling brilliance and mission-critical objectives.

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61 episodes

  1. Ep 60 - Follow the Audience, Not the Platform 20:39
  2. Ep 59 - GEO Is the New SEO 20:14
  3. Ep 58- More Than a Special Occasion 15:54
  4. Ep 57 - Inside the Blu Halo Kitchen 18:50
  5. Ep 56 - The Niche Between Casual and Fine Dining 19:47
  6. Ep 55 - Beach. Culture. 20:23
  7. Ep 54 - From SEO to AEO 21:34
  8. Ep 53 - It's All Connection 12:17
  9. Ep 52 - The Case for Meaningful Travel 17:27
  10. Ep 51: Three Destinations, One Paradise Coast 27:15
  11. Ep 50: Exploring the Manatee Capital: A Deep Dive into Crystal River 23:46
  12. Ep 49: From Navy Firefighter to Cybersecurity Founder 14:35
  13. Ep 48: The Tools Changed, the Relationships Didn't 21:35
  14. Ep 47: Office of Two, Audience of Thousands 21:36
  15. Ep 46: Traveling with the VIP (Very Important Pet) 10:46
  16. Ep 45: 13 Years in the Making — Inside Tempe's Rebrand and What Comes Next 29:35
  17. Ep 44: Beyond Heads in Beds — Turning Geolocation Data Into Real ROI 29:32
  18. Ep 43: The Partnership Playbook — How Small DMOs Punch Above Their Weight 22:33
  19. Ep42 - Veteran Outreach That Works: From Awareness to Action 19:49
  20. Ep 41 - From Hidden Gem to High Demand: How Influencer Strategy Is Driving PGEB’s Growth 18:29
  21. Ep 40 - Face-to-Face Connections: The Future of Public Relations 58:04
  22. Ep 39 - Case Study: Elevating Veteran Engagement in Marketing 24:12
  23. Ep 38 - Innovative Trends in Federal Marketing and Communications 29:05
  24. Ep 37 - The Evolution of Consumer Trust in the Age of Technology w/Howard Koval 29:39
  25. Ep 36: Innovative Strategies for Engaging Veterans: The About Face Case Study 33:53
  26. Ep 35: Unveiling the Power of PR: A Case Study on Daytona Beach International Airport 19:22
  27. Ep 34: Effective Media Strategies in the Era of AI 41:56
  28. Ep 33 - Behind the Scenes at Coastal Creative: From LED Volumes to Pokémon Cards 22:12
  29. Ep 32 - Building Resilient Workforces: Strategies for Success 25:28
  30. Ep 31 - From Influencer Insights to Authentic Storytelling 26:44
  31. Ep 30 - Telling the Story: Finding True Connection to your Audience 26:56
  32. Ep 29 Exploring the Transformative Power of Sports Tourism 58:03
  33. Ep 28 Discovering the Power of Community with Visit St. Pete Clearwater 1:08:04
  34. Ep 27 The Intersection of Marketing and Spooky Experiences in Travel 23:08
  35. Ep 26 Engaging the Next Generation: The Student Travel Group's Unique Approach 30:30
  36. Ep 25 Insights from the 2025 Destinations International Conference - Chicago 25:12
  37. Ep 24 Understanding the Algorithmic Traveler: Personalization in E-Tourism 43:45
  38. Ep 23 Connecting with Travelers: Insights from Tourism Research 30:31
  39. EP 22 Lift, Partnerships and Evolution in Destination Marketing with Industry Veteran Alfredo Gonzalez 31:09
  40. Ep 21 The Unsilent Partner: A Journey Through Business Success with CFO Nate Echols 34:44
  41. Ep 20 Navigating the Energy Market with EnergyLink's CEO Darren Novich 17:29
  42. Ep 19 The Future of Florida Tourism: Conservation and Community with Chad Crawford 38:43
  43. Ep 18 Transformative Marketing: 20 Ways to Win Summer in 90 Days 29:32
  44. Ep 17 The Power of Creativity: Elevating Your Brand's Social Media Presence 20:09
  45. Ep 16 Understanding the Impact of Localization in Marketing 31:21
  46. Ep 15 Press Training Basics with Aqua's Mady Dudley 17:40
  47. Ep 14 Travel Influencer Marketing with guest Alana Zusis | @alanainwanderland 39:31
  48. Ep 13 E-Tourism Summit Debrief with Aqua's Chip Futch 24:25
  49. Ep 12 Visual Storytelling in Destination Marketing with Aqua’s Nicole Clements 15:07
  50. Ep 11 DMO Account Management and Nocto Tourism with Aqua’s Travis McClure 20:22