Good News York

April 9, 2015, 11:05 am 4.9k Views

Good News York by Growth Mode Content

Your go-to podcast for inspiring stories, uplifting news, and positive vibes from across New York State!

Whether it’s groundbreaking innovations, community heroes, or businesses making a difference, we bring you the stories that remind us all of the good happening around us.

Join us as we highlight the changemakers, dreamers, and everyday folks bringing positivity to the Empire State.

From local businesses thriving in Syracuse to heartwarming tales from Buffalo, Albany, and beyond—this is the news you’ll actually want to hear. Because good news deserves to be heard.

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Good News York: Comedy and Car Warranties In this episode of Good News York, host Matt Masur from Growth Mode Content recaps his recent experience at Retro Game Con and gives a big shoutout to the event organizers. Matt welcomes guest comedian Steven Brown, who discusses the upcoming Crooked Mouth Comedy Fest in Broome County. The festival features five shows over four days with different lineups and national acts. Later, Matt talks with Steve Blanchard, president and founder of Empire State Warranty. They discuss the challenges and benefits of providing vehicle service contracts, breaking misconceptions about car warranties, and the process of expanding a business during COVID-19. Blanchard also highlights the reliability of Toyota vehicles and emphasizes the importance of having a warranty. 00:00 Introduction and Retro Game Con Recap 01:09 Special Guest: Comedian Steven Brown 01:54 Crooked Mouth Comedy Fest Details 04:29 Comedy Fest Lineup and Highlights 05:06 Challenges of Organizing a Comedy Festival 08:16 Hosting a Comedy Show: Tips and Experiences 19:52 Empire State Warranty: Revolutionizing Car Warranties 25:13 Understanding Vehicle Warranty Costs 25:58 Financing and Payment Options for Warranties 28:21 Navigating Warranty Claims and Repairs 33:19 The Birth of Empire State Warranty 38:00 Building and Growing the Business 42:21 Target Clients and Partnership Opportunities 48:28 Most Reliable Vehicles and Final Thoughts

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