Welcome to Good News York EP.109!
Featuring Stephen Brown Talking about Crooked Mouth Comedy Fest & Steve Blanchard from Empire State Warranty
In this jam-packed episode, we dive into the heart of New York’s comedy scene and the entrepreneurial spirit driving local businesses forward. First, comedian Stephen Brown shares the inside scoop on the Crooked Mouth Comedy Fest—Broome County’s funniest weekend, with five shows, top headliners, and a vibrant community vibe at Crooked Mouth Brewing. Then, Steve Blanchard, founder of Empire State Warranty, reveals how he’s disrupting the car warranty industry with customer-first service and rapid growth across the Northeast.
Whether you’re a comedy fan, small business owner, or just love positive stories from the Empire State, this episode is for you!
Chapters:
00:00 – Intro & Retro Game Con Recap
01:22 – Comedy in NY: Stephen Brown Joins
02:16 – Crooked Mouth Comedy Fest: What to Expect
03:40 – Festival Details: Passes, Venues, Lineup
06:00 – Booking Headliners & Behind the Scenes
09:00 – Hosting Comedy Shows: Tips & Challenges
12:00 – Comedy Show Stories: Hecklers & Highlights
15:00 – Crooked Mouth Brewing: The Comedy Hub
17:00 – Festival Tickets & Sell-Outs
19:00 – Sponsor Shoutout: Ads on the Go
20:00 – Steve Blanchard: Empire State Warranty
22:00 – Breaking the Car Warranty Mold
25:00 – How Vehicle Service Contracts Work
28:00 – Growing a NY Business: Challenges & Wins
32:00 – Dealer Partnerships & Customer Service
35:00 – Most Reliable Cars: Industry Insights
37:00 – Social Media & Final Thoughts
39:00 – Closing Remarks & Plugs
Links & Resources
• Good News York: www.goodnewsyork.com
• Growth Mode Tech: www.growthmodetech.com
• Crooked Mouth Comedy Fest: crookedmouthcomedyfest.com
• Empire State Warranty: empirestatewarranty.com
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