This week on this podcast is part one of a two-part interview with Jody Espina. He’s a saxophonist and founder of JodyJazz, a leading mouthpiece manufacturer. Jody recounts how his business began, grew over the years, and expanded through acquisitions. Anyone interested in becoming a performer or business owner won’t want to miss this interview!

This week on the podcast we interview visual artist Lauren Luna. You'll be inspired after hearing Lauren's story, from her humble beginnings to being the successful artist she is today.  She was named a top 50 entrepreneur by the Scion Car Company, used her notoriety to create the D.R.E.A.M. Affect Foundation, and in 2020 the Mayor of Houston proclaimed July 11th as Lauren Luna Day. Lauren's interview illustrates how grit and determination can pay off.

This week on the podcast is Miranda Lorenz. Miranda Lorenz is a fashion designer and owner of Buhndi. She describes her path from a teen working in a consignment shop to an entrepreneur in the field of fashion as she launches her first line.  Sustainability, marketing, inventory control, and more are discussed.

This week on the podcast is part 2 of an interview with filmmaker Anthony Ladesich. Anthony gives advice on how young filmmakers can get started; film and direct on a budget; maintaining a production schedule and budget, and much more.

This week on the podcast is part 1 of 2 of an interview with filmmaker Anthony Ladesich. Anthony gives advice on how young filmmakers can get started; film and direct on a budget; maintaining a production schedule and budget, and much more.

This week on the podcast is part 2 of our interview with Band Leader and Jazz Drummer, Carl Allen. Carl gives a lot of practical advice from his vantage point as a band leader and gigging drummer, and summarizes what he's learned from performing with many jazz greats throughout his career: from the importance of networking to the attributes and skills needed to succeed--beyond simply being a great musician.

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Band Leader, Producer and Jazz Drummer, Carl Allen. Carl gives a lot of practical advice from his vantage point as a gigging musician and small business owner, and summarizes what he's learned from performing with many jazz greats throughout his career: from the importance of networking to the attributes and skills needed to succeed--beyond simply being a great musician.

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Nathan Daughtrey, owner of C. Alan Publications. He describes his path from a music student to working in the company he would eventually purchase. Nathan also touches upon a variety of information ranging from what his team looks for when selecting a composition to publish, to piracy, to family/work life balance. Lots of great information for anyone interested in publishing their works.

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Nathan Daughtrey, owner of C. Alan Publications. He describes his path from a music student to working in the company he would eventually purchase. Nathan also touches upon a variety of information ranging from what his team looks for when selecting a composition to publish, to piracy, to family/work life balance. Lots of great information for anyone interested in publishing their works.