by John Dodds
Cafe W.O.W (Words of wisdom) is a place where host and barista John Dodds unearths the uniqueness of his guests and the crafts they practice. From marketing to music, podcasting to poetry and all stations in between, guests share some of the innermost secrets of their profession as well as a few of their own. Grab a seat and order up your favorite drink of choice. You can stay as long as you like at Cafe W.O.W. The longer, the better.
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April 9, 2026
<div> </div> <div> </div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">Ever wondered what it's really like to spot a teenage Whitney Houston singing in a tiny New York supper club and help turn her into a global superstar? Or how one song can bring an entire country together — even if it took a whole lot of near-misses and pure luck to get there?</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">Join me,John Dodds, chatting with Rick Blaskey — the music insider behind some of the biggest crossover moments of the past few decades. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">Rick shares how he launched artists like Russell Watson and violin sensation David Garrett, worked with legends like Barry Manilow and Andrea Bocelli, and created massive anthems that defined events and generations.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">He opens up about the old music business versus an algorithm-driven world, why great melodies and hooks still matter, and his deep passion for using music to heal and bring communities together.</span></div> <div> </div> <div> <div>Plus, he opens up about his lifelong passion for Sheffield Wednesday and why fighting for your local club (and community) still matters.</div> <div> </div> <div>He is funny, honest, and full of real behind-the-scenes tales. If you love music stories, underdog journeys, or just a good yarn about how hits (and careers) actually get made I guarantee you will love this episode. </div> <div> </div> <div> <div> <p>If you've enjoyed my conversation in Café W.O.W. with Rick Blaskey, please click the SUPPORT and FOLLOW buttons on your favorite podcast platform.</p> <p>Your support secures a prime seat for future episodes and keeps Café W.O.W. thriving. </p> <p>Do you have ideas for the show? I would love to hear them. Drop me a line at <a href= "mailto:johndodds@cafewowpodcast.com">johndodds@cafewowpodcast.com</a>.</p> <p>Original theme music created by world champion turntablist Jon Furst, who is found at <a href= "http://www.jon1st.co.uk/">http://www.Jon1st.Co.uk</a><br /> <br /> Thank you for joining us, and let's keep the conversation brewing!</p> </div> <div> </div> </div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3"><a href= "https://www.cafewowpodcast.com">Cafe W.O.W. Podcast</a></span></div> <div> </div> </div>
February 16, 2026
<div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">Join me, John Dodds, in Café W.O.W. for a heartfelt chat with market research pioneers Paul and Nick Hague. <br /> <br /> From humble beginnings and poignant stories of growing up in Bradford and Manchester in the north of England, to building the world's largest B2B research agency, Paul and Nick team share real stories of hustle, family dynamics in business, and timeless lessons on customer experience.<br /> <br /> Dive into how AI is reshaping research (and why the human touch still wins), who really owns your brand, and why CEOs should rethink radical overhauls.<br /> <br /> This conversation is perfect for marketers, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in turning data into smarter decisions.<br /> <br /> Listen for the richness of their story, combined with valuable tips on starting your own business and conducting effective market research.</span></div> <div> <p>If you've enjoyed the conversation at Café W.O.W. with Paul and Nick Hague, please click the SUPPORT and FOLLOW buttons on your favorite podcast platform.</p> <p>Your support secures a prime seat for future episodes and keeps Café W.O.W. thriving. </p> <p>Do you have ideas for the show? I would love to hear them. Drop me a line at <a href= "mailto:johndodds@cafewowpodcast.com">johndodds@cafewowpodcast.com</a>.</p> <p>Original theme music created by world champion turntablist Jon Furst, who is found at <a href= "http://www.jon1st.co.uk/">http://www.Jon1st.Co.uk</a><br /> <br /> Thank you for joining us, and let's keep the conversation brewing!</p> </div> <div> </div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">Paul Hague's B2B Frameworks website: https://www.b2bframeworks.com</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">Nick Hague's World's Greatest Business Thinkers Podcast: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@WGBTPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@WGBTPodcast</a></span></div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/01G6Y9WnHvykntGhzFxk69">https://open.spotify.com/show/01G6Y9WnHvykntGhzFxk69</a></span></div> <div><span class= "css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3">and all major podcast platforms</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Keywords: <div>B2B market research, father-son business success, B2B research trends, 2026 AI in market research, B2B customer experience, synthetic data market research, human touch in CX, brand ownership, B2B marketing strategies.</div> </div>
November 19, 2025
Host John Dodds interviews Dr. James Gregory, a brand measurement authority, who shares stories about measuring corporate brand value, his personal life, and his transformation into fiction writing.
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Cafe W.O.W (Words of wisdom) is a place where host and barista John Dodds unearths the uniqueness of his guests and the crafts they practice.
From marketing to music, podcasting to poetry and all stations in between, guests share some of the innermost secrets of their profession as well as a few of their own.
Grab a seat and order up your favorite drink of choice. You can stay as long as you like at Cafe W.O.W. The longer, the better.
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