by Rick Schirmer
Welcome to Viral Brand TV with Rick Schirmer! This show explores the strategies behind today’s most viral brands and features interviews with the masterminds who create them. Host Rick Schirmer uncovers the mindset, marketing tactics, and growth strategies that turn bold ideas into buzzworthy movements. If you’re an entrepreneur, marketer, or creator ready to build a brand people can’t ignore, this show is for you.
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July 8, 2026
<p>In this episode of ViralBrand, Rick Schirmer sits down with Pastor Paul Taylor for a meaningful conversation about faith, leadership, and navigating life's wilderness seasons with purpose and perseverance.<br>Drawing from his own personal journey and the principles behind The Wilderness Way, Pastor Paul explains how seasons of uncertainty, waiting, and discomfort can become the very places where character is strengthened and lasting spiritual foundations are built.<br>Together, Rick and Pastor Paul explore the biblical concept of the wilderness, highlighting how figures such as Moses, Jesus, Elijah, and the Apostle Paul all experienced seasons of preparation before stepping into greater purpose.<br>Pastor Paul also reflects on his own 20-year wilderness journey, sharing how surrendering his plans ultimately led him toward a deeper relationship with God and a clearer understanding of his calling.<br>Central to the discussion is The Wilderness Way's framework of the "12 Stones"—foundational principles that include truth, obedience, wisdom, discernment, humility, self-control, perseverance, forgiveness, repentance, and security in God. These timeless biblical values provide a roadmap for spiritual maturity and personal transformation.<br>Rick and Pastor Paul also discuss the importance of communicating faith in practical, accessible ways and how clear messaging can help people engage with biblical truth across every stage of life.<br>This episode offers encouragement for anyone walking through a difficult season, reminding listeners that the wilderness is often where God prepares us for what comes next.</p>
July 2, 2026
<p>In this episode of ViralBrand, Rick Schirmer sits down with entrepreneur, investor, educator, and innovation leader Molly Lavik for a fascinating conversation about emerging technology, entrepreneurship, and the future of human connection through spatial AI.<br>A former professor and mentor to Rick during his time at Pepperdine University, Molly has spent her career helping organizations and entrepreneurs embrace innovation and stay ahead of technological change. Long before today's AI revolution, she was introducing interactive learning technologies and exploring new ways for people to engage with digital experiences.<br>Today, Molly is helping lead growth and innovation at Proto, a pioneering spatial AI company that creates holographic experiences through volumetric AI technology. Using life-sized holographic avatars, Proto is transforming industries ranging from healthcare and education to entertainment and communications.<br>Together, Rick and Molly discuss how holographic technology is bringing specialist doctors into underserved communities, creating new opportunities for patient care, and enabling meaningful interactions across distances that once felt impossible.<br>They also explore the emerging world of AI-powered legacy preservation, including projects involving cultural icons such as Stan Lee and Ozzy Osbourne, as well as the emotional and ethical implications of using AI technology to preserve memories and human connection.<br>Beyond technology, Molly shares lessons learned throughout her entrepreneurial journey, including the importance of resilience, grit, mentorship, and discovering the work you simply cannot ignore.<br>This episode offers an inspiring look at the intersection of innovation, humanity, and the technologies that may define the future.</p>
July 2, 2026
<p>In this insightful episode of ViralBrand, Rick Schirmer sits down with brand storytelling pioneer Luanne Dietz to explore how the most successful brands build meaningful connections through authentic stories and community-driven marketing.<br />Luanne shares her unique career journey from photojournalism to becoming an early innovator in branded content and brand storytelling. During her time at CNN, she helped launch one of the first brand studios, creating compelling short-form documentaries and branded films that transformed how advertisers connected with audiences.<br />The conversation dives into her work with global brands including Starbucks and Amazon, where she developed impactful storytelling initiatives that prioritized human experiences over product promotion. Luanne reflects on creating a documentary in Rwanda highlighting an all-female coffee cooperative and discusses how authentic storytelling can inspire audiences while strengthening brand loyalty.<br />She also shares insights from one of her most successful projects, Human by Design, a groundbreaking multi-platform campaign that explored the future of human augmentation through documentary filmmaking, live events, and immersive storytelling experiences.<br />Throughout the episode, Luanne emphasizes a powerful philosophy that is reshaping modern marketing: community is the new campaign. Rather than focusing solely on selling products, she believes brands should build communities around shared values, purpose, and meaningful experiences.<br />This episode explores branding, storytelling, marketing innovation, audience engagement, content strategy, and how businesses can create deeper relationships with the people they serve.</p>
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Welcome to Viral Brand TV with Rick Schirmer!
This show explores the strategies behind today’s most viral brands and features interviews with the masterminds who create them. Host Rick Schirmer uncovers the mindset, marketing tactics, and growth strategies that turn bold ideas into buzzworthy movements. If you’re an entrepreneur, marketer, or creator ready to build a brand people can’t ignore, this show is for you.
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