{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Arielle The Connector","title":"Arielle The Connector with Alan Cohen – Real Networking, Fundraising with Heart, and Harry Potter’s U.S. Launch, Part 1","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/e8a0ce28\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1659,"description":"Hi guys, welcome back! Today I’m joined by Alan Cohen, executive coach, TEDx speaker, and author of The Connection Challenge. Alan and I bonded instantly over our shared love for connection, and in this episode he unpacks how networking matures from swapping business cards to making meaningful deposits.We dive into: • Staying top of mind without feeling salesy • Why “givers gain” is more than a catchphrase • Fundraising with purpose through his nonprofit Guitars Over Guns • Using your platform and influence for good • The behind-the-scenes story of bringing Harry Potter to the U.S., from midnight release parties to the ripple effect it had on a generationAlan’s take on play and creativity is a reminder to let go of outcomes and enjoy the process—whether you’re building a business, raising funds, or creating art.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/EbYFe1tddJGxWkAE3JhKEP4uKwmWSQ2chaIBY-3epa4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iYTEz/MDVhYTViY2E5MDE2/ZjI5MDU5NDI0MDRj/ODhlOS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}