Rise Above The Noise

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You have the expertise. Now it’s time to be known for it. Rise Above The Noise is the essential podcast for financial services professionals and experts who are ready to stop being the best-kept secret. Brought to you by ProudMouth, the podcast-first marketing company behind hundreds of high-trust brands in financial services, legal, and consulting. This isn’t just another inspirational podcast, it’s a living strategy guide. Each episode delivers a clear blueprint you can follow to grow your influence, attract the right audience, and turn your content into meaningful business growth. You’ll hear from guests who’ve done it (founders, advisors, marketers, creators, and beyond) sharing the playbooks that helped them rise above the noise and become the voice people can’t ignore.

  1. APR 14

    How the Right Team Members Help You Scale with Clarity and Confidence

    What changes in a business when the right people are in the right roles? In this episode of Rise Above The Noise, ProudMouth CEO Kirk Lowe sits down with Jackie Lord, CEO & Executive Advisor and Founder of Elevate Consulting, for a practical conversation about team alignment, leadership, and how people data can support real business growth. This episode is for founders, CEOs, COOs, and all leaders who want to make more confident people decisions and build teams that move their business forward together. What you’ll learn: How leaders can use data to better understand strengths and improve team performance Why the architect’s role helps turn vision into clear, focused execution  How the right team structure creates clarity, momentum, and accountability What it looks like to align people with profit in a practical, real-world way You’ll also hear Kirk’s perspective as the CEO of a strong team that has benefited from this Culture Index methodology. Explore this conversation, and then visit our Playbook library for more insights from leaders like Jackie Lord. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth  Connect With Our Guest: → Culture Index → LinkedIn: Jackie Lord → jackie@elevateconsulting.llc

    41 min

  2. FEB 24

    Trust Before the Click: How Future Proof Builds Discoverability at Scale

    How do people decide to attend an event before they ever click a registration page? In this episode of Rise Above The Noise, ProudMouth CEO Kirk Lowe sits down with Nyle Bayer, CMO of Future Proof, to break down how they’re building momentum ahead of the Future Proof Citywide event in Miami Beach. This conversation is about how modern marketing works in high-trust industries. People don’t decide when they see the registration page. They decide earlier, while they’re searching, watching, and building familiarity. Nyle shares how Future Proof is using real conversations and video to drive growth around Citywide and their other events, including: Why “trust before the click” is the real conversion layer How Future Proof uses video as both community value and demand gen Why putting the right voice front and center changes everything How to build narrative momentum around an event theme (like AI) You’ll hear what it takes to build trust before outreach and create visibility that compounds. It’s a philosophy we believe in deeply at ProudMouth: Real conversations, multiplied with intention, build trust long before the first call. Listen to the episode, and then visit our Playbook library for insights from top industry leaders like Nyle Bayer. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth  Connect With Our Guest: → LinkedIn: Nyle Bayer → LinkedIn: Future Proof → Future Proof

    50 min

  3. JAN 20

    Hip Hop, Money, and Influence: How Drew Boyer Stands Out in Financial Services

    Some voices blend in by following industry norms. While others get heard by translating what they know into stories people already understand. In this episode of Rise Above The Noise, Drew Boyer (financial planner and author of Hip Hop x Finance) reveals how stories, creativity, and authenticity can turn expertise into influence. Drew shares how a single conference experience inspired him to merge music and money lessons, why writing a book became a launchpad instead of a finish line, and how relatable storytelling helps clients better understand financial concepts.  This conversation is a reminder that standing out has less to do with volume and more to do with choosing a different way to communicate. What to expect: Why stories create a deeper connection than credentials alone How simplifying ideas builds trust with clients and online audiences Why leaning into personal passions can unlock new business opportunities How compound interest becomes a metaphor for influence and growth Listen to this episode, and then subscribe to our Playbook library for exclusive access to insights from top industry leaders like Drew Boyer. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth  Connect With Our Guest: → LinkedIn: Drew Boyer → Boyer Financial Group → Hip Hop x Finance → Sound Returns

    28 min

  4. 12/16/2025

    The Leadership Shifts That Change Everything With Andre Young

    Some leaders wait for the perfect moment to share their voice. Others learn to show up, grow on purpose, and trust the path…even when it feels messy.  In this episode of Rise Above The Noise, Andre Young (founder of You Evolving Now) reveals how real leadership starts with influence, clear language, and knowing your vision before you walk into any room. You’ll hear the simple mindset that helped Andre build confidence, create content that connects, and become a voice people want to follow. This is a conversation packed with practical tips and honest lessons any expert can use to grow their impact. What to expect: Why following the dream matters more than following the path How to ask better questions that open real conversations The 5-word leadership model that makes influence simple How to keep growing even when success feels heavy Listen to this episode, and then subscribe to our Playbook library for exclusive access to insights from top industry leaders like Andre Young. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth  Connect With Our Guest: → LinkedIn: Andre Young → You Evolving Now, LLC

    38 min

  5. 11/18/2025

    Become Your Own Adjective: How Chris Panagiotu Redefined Influence and Integrity

    Matt Halloran welcomes Chris Panagiotu, a financial planner, author, and podcaster known for transforming the way advisors think about influence and integrity. In this conversation, Chris shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, from leaving the wirehouse world to building a values-driven framework grounded in financial philosophy. His story reveals how authenticity, generosity, and clarity can turn a business into a movement, and a planner into a voice people trust. Chris unpacks the balance between guest interviews and solo thought leadership, why gifting knowledge freely compounds into trust, and how to avoid the common missteps that stall influence building. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories about moving from wirehouse frustration to running his own firm, writing books, and speaking on big stages. What to expect: • The mindset shift from blending in to standing out • How Chris turned goodwill into growth without chasing quick wins • Lessons from networking mistakes and better referral questions • Why influence today comes from the person more than the brand Listen to this episode, and then subscribe to our Playbook library for exclusive access to insights from top industry leaders like Chris Panagiotu. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → X: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth  Connect With Our Guest: → CAPitalize Your Finances → LinkedIn: Chris Panagiotu → CapitalizePodcast.com

    52 min

  6. 11/04/2025

    Lead with Your Weird: How Summer Jelinek Built Authority by Embracing Neurodivergence

    When you’ve been told you’re “too much” your whole life, how do you turn that into a superpower?  Summer Jelinek, a proud neurodivergent leadership expert, keynote speaker, and former Disney leader, joins Matt Halloran to unpack how embracing her unique brain helped her rise above the noise and build a magnetic business. In this powerful conversation, Summer shares how her autism and ADHD diagnoses reshaped her message, how vulnerability builds authority, and why “leading with your weird” attracts exactly the right audience. What to expect: The unexpected leadership advantage of neurodivergent professionals Why adaptability beats experience in a fast-changing world How hyperfocus can be harnessed, not hidden Building community without conforming Listen to this episode, and then subscribe to our Playbook library for exclusive access to insights from top industry leaders like Summer Jelinek. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: Matt Halloran → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth  Connect With Our Guest: → Summer Jelinek → Summer Jelinek on LinkedIn

    39 min

  7. 10/21/2025

    Permission Granted: Carl Richards on Building a Human Brand That Lasts

    What does it really take to rise above the noise when fear and doubt are sitting in the room with you? In this episode of Rise Above The Noise, host Matt Halloran welcomes Carl Richards, author, keynote speaker, and creator of The Behavior Gap. Carl shares how he gave himself permission to stop copying the crowd, embrace his quirks, and build a brand that clients can’t ignore. From his “Mr. Burns” imposter story to his New York Times sketches, Carl unpacks the messy reality of creating clarity in a world that wants you to fit in. Together, Matt and Carl dig into the mindset shifts, tactical clarity, and community-building moves that let you serve the people you’re truly meant to help. What to expect: • Why fear is often a signal you’re on the right track • The two questions that bring clarity to your message • How generosity actually drives trust and business growth • Why building community means getting your ego out of the way It’s time to Rise Above The Noise. Listen to this episode, and then subscribe to our Playbook library for exclusive access to insights from top industry leaders like Carl Richards. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth → LinkedIn: Matt Halloran Connect With Carl Richards: → BehaviorGap.com → LinkedIn: Carl Richards → Twitter/X: @behaviorgap Want to see more from Carl’s new book? Just email Carl: hello@behaviorgap.com. Use the subject line “Friend of Carl” and he’ll send you 7 of his favorite sketches and essays. You can pre-order the book now: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Reimagining-Wealth-Sketches/dp/1804091715

    42 min

  8. 10/07/2025

    Stop Copycatting: How Eric Ryan Built Authority With Originality ​​[EXPLICIT]

    NOTE: This episode contains explicit language. Please be advised. What happens when you stop copying the crowd and start owning your voice? In this episode of Rise Above The Noise, host Matt Halloran sits down with Eric Ryan; “America’s Sweetheart,” host of Goodnight America, and founder of Offensively Creative.  Eric shares how a bonsai tree newsletter taught him the art of entertaining before selling, why originality always beats imitation, and the surprising power of audacity in building influence. Their conversation dives into what it really takes to stand out in today’s noisy landscape: from doing the research that most people skip, to leaning into your quirks, to creating experiences your audience won’t forget.  If you’ve ever wondered how to move beyond copycat content and truly Rise Above The Noise, Eric’s playbook is one you’ll want to keep close. What to expect: The origin story of “America’s Sweetheart” and why bold branding matters How humor and creativity can turn even bonsai trees into big business Why research and preparation separate amateurs from professionals The hidden cost of copycat marketing, and what to do instead It’s time to Rise Above The Noise.  Listen to this episode, and then subscribe to our Playbook library for exclusive access to insights from top industry leaders like Eric Ryan. Connect With Us: → ProudMouth → LinkedIn: ProudMouth → Facebook: ProudMouth → X: ProudMouth → YouTube: ProudMouth → LinkedIn: Matt Halloran → X: Matt Halloran Connect With Eric Ryan: →Offensively Creative →LinkedIn: Eric Ryan → Goodnight America on YouTube Resources: → Ogilvy on Advertising → The Big Idea by George Lois                                                                                                                 → Alchemy by Rory Sutherland

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You have the expertise. Now it’s time to be known for it. Rise Above The Noise is the essential podcast for financial services professionals and experts who are ready to stop being the best-kept secret. Brought to you by ProudMouth, the podcast-first marketing company behind hundreds of high-trust brands in financial services, legal, and consulting. This isn’t just another inspirational podcast, it’s a living strategy guide. Each episode delivers a clear blueprint you can follow to grow your influence, attract the right audience, and turn your content into meaningful business growth. You’ll hear from guests who’ve done it (founders, advisors, marketers, creators, and beyond) sharing the playbooks that helped them rise above the noise and become the voice people can’t ignore.

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  • Creator
    ProudMouth
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    Copyright ©️ Rise Above The Noise 2025
  • Show Website
    Rise Above The Noise