<![CDATA[Technovela]]>ae4e833b-2414-569e-bdf2-6d3b85b89c4dWed, 25 Mar 2026 17:56:21 +0000Captivate.fmGlimmernet Technologies, LLChttps://artwork.captivate.fm/4cf864fe-7779-4509-bcb2-06bf7fb61a68/Technmovela-Podcast-Artwork.pngTechnovelaGlimmernet Technologies, LLCGlimmernet Technologies, LLCWhere Your Business Challenges Meet Real-World Solutions Technovela is the podcast for business owners, marketers, and entrepreneurs who are tired of generic advice and want solutions that actually work in the real world. Hosts Lisa Kahler and Dave Mroz bring over 35 years of combined experience in tech and marketing—and they're not here to sell you theories, frameworks, or the latest guru nonsense. They're here to share what actually works, what fails spectacularly, and why. MEET YOUR HOSTS Dave Mroz founded Glimmernet Technologies in 2002, back when websites were built for 800x600 monitors and "mobile-first" wasn't even a concept. He's lived through the dot-com bubble(s), the rise of social media, the mobile revolution, the AI explosion, and every overhyped trend in between. Since then, he's helped everyone from tiny nonprofits to federal government agencies navigate the constantly shifting digital landscape. He knows what sticks and what's just noise. Lisa Kahler launched LaunchLift Marketing in 2023 after years of watching businesses struggle with overcomplicated marketing strategies that miss the most important thing: genuine human connection. She cuts through the buzzwords and helps businesses build marketing that actually resonates with real people. Because at the end of the day, marketing is about connection, not tactics. WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM TECHNOVELA Every episode tackles real business challenges—the ones keeping you up at night. Email marketing that goes straight to spam. Websites that look great but don't convert. Social media strategies that eat your time and deliver nothing. AI tools that promise the world but confuse the hell out of you. Privacy regulations. Customer service nightmares. Tech decisions that feel like a gamble. You'll hear real stories from the trenches. The client who lost thousands because of one simple oversight. The campaign that unexpectedly went viral (and what you can learn from it). The "best practice" that turned out to be terrible advice. The weird workaround that solved an impossible problem. But here's what sets Technovela apart: you'll never leave an episode without knowing exactly what to do next. Every story comes with clear, actionable takeaways. No vague inspiration. No "think about your why." Just practical steps you can implement tomorrow—whether you're a solopreneur managing everything yourself or running a team. WHO THIS SHOW IS FOR This podcast is for small business owners trying to make sense of the digital world without a massive budget. It's for marketing professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve and avoid costly mistakes. It's for entrepreneurs building something from scratch and wearing all the hats. And it's for anyone who's tired of podcast hosts who've never actually done the work they're talking about. WHAT YOU WON'T GET No generic platitudes and motivational fluff. No sales pitches disguised as advice. No complex jargon without plain-English explanations. No guests who are just there to promote their latest course. THE TECHNOVELA APPROACH We believe in connection over tactics. Strategy over hacks. Real experience over theory. And we're not afraid to admit when something didn't work, why it failed, and what we learned from it. Some of the best lessons come from spectacular failures—and we've had our share. We also believe business should be human. Dave and Lisa bring humor, honesty, and the occasional story that has nothing to do with business but everything to do with being human. New episodes drop weekly. Whether you're dealing with a tech crisis, planning your next marketing campaign, or just trying to keep up with the pace of change, Technovela gives you the context, the story, and the solution. Subscribe now and join the conversation. Because your business challenges deserve better than cookie-cutter advice. Visit technovela.com to connect with us. We'd love to hear your questions, topic suggestions, or your own war stories.https://www.technovela.comfalseepisodicnopodcastPrivacy By Design: Why Your Website Needs a Privacy PolicyPrivacy By Design: Why Your Website Needs a Privacy PolicyWhat You'll Learn
  • Why every modern website needs a real, customized privacy policy.
  • The difference between privacy policy, cookies policy, terms of service, disclaimers, and Impressum.
  • How first-party cookies help your site function, and how third-party cookies follow users across the internet.
  • How your site is collecting and sharing data, even if you think you "do not have any forms."
  • Why privacy laws are changing at the state and global level, and what that means for your website.
  • How tools like Termageddon help keep your policies updated as laws evolve.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

  • Glimmernet Technologies–Website hosting and development, plus help implementing privacy tools.
  • Termageddon–Dynamic privacy policy and cookies policy generator with ongoing updates. (Affiliate Link)

Important Fine Print

Lisa and Dave are not lawyers, and this episode should not be considered legal advice. Everything shared is based on years of experience working with websites and privacy tools. For specific legal guidance on your privacy policy or compliance, talk with your attorney. Please read our complete disclaimer.]]>What You'll Learn
  • Why every modern website needs a real, customized privacy policy.
  • The difference between privacy policy, cookies policy, terms of service, disclaimers, and Impressum.
  • How first-party cookies help your site function, and how third-party cookies follow users across the internet.
  • How your site is collecting and sharing data, even if you think you "do not have any forms."
  • Why privacy laws are changing at the state and global level, and what that means for your website.
  • How tools like Termageddon help keep your policies updated as laws evolve.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

  • Glimmernet Technologies–Website hosting and development, plus help implementing privacy tools.
  • Termageddon–Dynamic privacy policy and cookies policy generator with ongoing updates. (Affiliate Link)

Important Fine Print

Lisa and Dave are not lawyers, and this episode should not be considered legal advice. Everything shared is based on years of experience working with websites and privacy tools. For specific legal guidance on your privacy policy or compliance, talk with your attorney. Please read our complete disclaimer.]]>d0c8ef2b-7385-4826-a483-eec89a39bddfWed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -040034:34falsefull22What Every Business Can Learn from the AWS OutageWhat Every Business Can Learn from the AWS OutageWhat You’ll Learn
  • What really happened during the AWS outage
  • How “regions” and dependencies affect your uptime
  • Why redundancy isn’t just for big tech
  • Practical questions to ask your vendors
  • The fine line between efficiency and over-reliance on technology

Vendor Questions Checklist

Before you sign that hosting or software contract, ask:
  1. Where is my data physically stored?
  2. What’s your redundancy or backup plan?
  3. What’s your uptime Service Level Agreement (SLA)?
  4. Who are your infrastructure partners?
  5. How is failover handled: automatic or manual?
  6. How do you communicate outages to clients?
  7. Are you compliant with the data-residency laws in my region?

Connect with Us

Visit Technovela.com for bios, links and resources. We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email or leave a review wherever you listen.]]>What You’ll Learn
  • What really happened during the AWS outage
  • How “regions” and dependencies affect your uptime
  • Why redundancy isn’t just for big tech
  • Practical questions to ask your vendors
  • The fine line between efficiency and over-reliance on technology

Vendor Questions Checklist

Before you sign that hosting or software contract, ask:
  1. Where is my data physically stored?
  2. What’s your redundancy or backup plan?
  3. What’s your uptime Service Level Agreement (SLA)?
  4. Who are your infrastructure partners?
  5. How is failover handled: automatic or manual?
  6. How do you communicate outages to clients?
  7. Are you compliant with the data-residency laws in my region?

Connect with Us

Visit Technovela.com for bios, links and resources. We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email or leave a review wherever you listen.]]>184be35c-b546-439e-91ec-1bfbb14d0c0eMon, 10 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -040027:51falsefull11Welcome to TechnovelaWelcome to TechnovelaTechnovela, hosts Lisa Kahler and Dave Mroz pull back the curtain on how the show began and what it’s all about—sharing wins, fails, and lessons from decades in the trenches of tech and marketing. You’ll hear how Glimmernet Technologies and LaunchLift Marketing both started with one thing in common: helping real businesses find real solutions.

Connect with Us

Visit Technovela.com for bios, links and resources. We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email or leave a review wherever you listen.]]>Technovela, hosts Lisa Kahler and Dave Mroz pull back the curtain on how the show began and what it’s all about—sharing wins, fails, and lessons from decades in the trenches of tech and marketing. You’ll hear how Glimmernet Technologies and LaunchLift Marketing both started with one thing in common: helping real businesses find real solutions.

Connect with Us

Visit Technovela.com for bios, links and resources. We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email or leave a review wherever you listen.]]>d9452aa4-e9f5-4bba-81bc-c3f58bc9f342Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:06:00 -040006:09falsetrailer