Richard “Rich” Motzkin is Executive Vice President and Managing Executive of Global Soccer at Wasserman, widely recognized as one of the leading U.S. soccer agents who has represented icons like Landon Donovan, Alexi Lalas, Alex Morgan, Hope Solo, Tim Howard, and many more. He has helped shape the growth of the game in the U.S. and Major League Soccer since its early days. Rich’s philosophy is simple: don’t try to skip steps, play the long game, and show up every day like it’s game day. This is a masterclass in humility, patience, and how to win with consistency. Plus: why he doesn’t believe in performative networking—and what he absolutely doesn’t have bandwidth for.

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Richard “Rich” Motzkin is Executive Vice President and Managing Executive of Global Soccer at Wasserman, widely recognized as one of the leading U.S. soccer agents who has represented icons like Landon Donovan, Alexi Lalas, Alex Morgan, Hope Solo, Tim Howard, and many more. He has helped shape the growth of the game in the U.S. and Major League Soccer since its early days. Rich’s philosophy is simple: don’t try to skip steps, play the long game, and show up every day like it’s game day. This is a masterclass in humility, patience, and how to win with consistency. Plus: why he doesn’t believe in performative networking—and what he absolutely doesn’t have bandwidth for.

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In this episode of The Call Log, Mark Indelicato (Damien from Hacks!) reads fan submitted assistant stories. Warner Bailey then heads to Nashville to sit down with Brad Parker, VP of Talent & Festival Programming at C3 Presents and the force behind Bonnaroo. Brad shares how a college class—and a cold email—kickstarted a career that’s taken him from radio intern to running one of the country’s most beloved festivals. He opens up about his first (very unofficial) Bonnaroo, how a Foo Fighters set became a personal turning point, how he dealt with this year's unexpected cancellation, and why staying curious has been key to his success. The two talk leadership, mentorship, and the surprising upside of assistant-level jobs. Plus: ICP before Luke Combs, N*SYNC puppet memories, and why a missing bandana nearly broke the internet.

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