Episode 38: Harley Carrara

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FREE TICKETS?! Yes, really. In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences , we’re joined by the ultimate guest list insider, Lance Dashoff, founder of Loudie — the app that’s quietly revolutionizing how fans score free concert, comedy, and festival tickets across the U.S. From his early days at WME curating VIP access, to launching a platform that fills empty seats and fuels unforgettable nights out, Lance spills the tea on: Why 30–40% of tickets go unsold How promoters are secretly using free ticketing to boost bar sales and fan buzz The economics behind live events and why not all sold-out shows are actually sold out How Loudie helps fans and venues win — without the scammy vibes Why travel pros and concierges should start recommending this app yesterday Whether you’re in LA, NYC, or stuck in traffic on the way to Philly — this is the episode you can’t afford to miss (literally). Download Loudie, follow us @tix2travelpod on TikTok, IG, and YouTube, and grab your next night out before someone else does. Because every ticket is a ticket to travel — and sometimes the best ones are free. www.tttpod.com…

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Harley Carrara (@traditioncycles) is a Chopper enthusiast/builder, skateboarder, hardcore frontman and philosopher. Harley grew up in my hometown of Bristol Connecticut and was 4 years older than I. Harley and I share tales of the Central Connecticut Hardcore scene, mutual and converging tales of our adolescence and his love for motorcycles and the open road. Harley gives his take on being an artist and the long forgotten practice of being original. Intro/Outro music is a track by PUS titled "Begging."

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