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On today's episode, I am delighted to share my conversation with Courtney Howard! You may now her as the mastermind behind Catbird Consulting - the small business-focused consulting space based right here in Buffalo! From strategic planning to business operations analysis and even general consulting, Courtney works with your business of any size to create tailor-made roadmaps for ultimate succ...

On this very special episode, I got the chance to chat with Buffalo-based artist and graphic designer - Akasya Crosier! As the creator of the infamous 'Juicy Josh,' Akaysa's work is the perfect blend of bold and colorful through a variety of mediums. From prints to t-shirts and even a few Buffalo statues, her work has grown to be a staple within the WNY arts community. In today's c...

This week I had the chance to speak with a true inspiration and mastermind behind Peg's Hardware - Gretchen Meyers! Over the past decade, Peg's has become a household name in the WNY creative community and beyond. The work that Gretchen produces speaks for itself - quality everyday pieces that are the perfect mix of craftsmanship and elegance. In today's chat, we're talking about it all! Where the...

For this episode, I had the chance to sit down with such an incredible triple threat of the WNY small business community - Heather Thurman!  Not only is she the owner and creator of her art brands, Babybird Home Decor and Babybird Bridal, but just earlier this year she also acquired Upstate Indie Weddings!   And we are here to talk about it all.  After spending 15 years living in New York City, li...

In this very special episode, we're talking all about the upcoming fashion event taking place on September 30th at the Seneca One Tower - Fig! Fashion's Initial Garment is more than just a fashion show - it's a opportunity to celebrate Buffalo's creative space and the local fashion community that has been becoming a powerhouse in and of its self. With nine local WNY designers showi...

This week I got the chance to sit down with one of my longest and dearest friends - beauty content creator / hairstylist, Ted McKnight! As the creative mind behind Buffalo Beauty Boy, he is a pioneer in creating inclusive beauty content that is both fun and welcoming to all through Instagram and YouTube.  From beauty routines and product reviews to favorite things and monthly empties, Ted has crea...

On this week's episode, I got the chance to sit down with the creator and owner of made by anatomy, Ali Eagen! From custom gowns and reconstructed silhouettes to semi-custom looks and alterations, anatomy is here to create such a special one-on-one experiences with brides near and far! What started as a semi-custom boutique concept in the Elmwood Village, has now progressed into a WNY wedding...

On today's episode, we're chatting with the brains behind the Buffalo-based meal prep service, An Extra Scoop - Christine Belus! Christine's mission is to create delicious, home-cooked meals that are healthy and readily available with just a quick reheat. With no order minimums or subscriptions, An Extra Scoop is there for however you need them within your lifestyle. Today, Christine a...

This week, we took the recording equipment to Pendleton, NY to chat with the owner and curator behind The Frase Farm - Morgan Cabana Frase! As she enters her second season as a U-Pick Flower Farm, we chat about everything from planning in the off-season to what it's truly like being at the mercy of Mother Nature for her business. In 2020, Morgan and her husband Alex made the jump and purchased...

This past weekend, I brought my recording equipment to the AVA Collective Summer Pop-Up Market and chatted with 8 of the vendors right at their booths! We chatted about their brand, what goodies they had, and what was happening for the rest of the summer! Special shoutout to the vendors: Casi Hall Creative Akasya Crosier The Roaming Buffalo Art Little Flame Candle Co. Julia Strada Art Chloe Fisher...

This week, we're sitting down with the other two co-founders of AVA Collective - Anna and Veronica! AVA has become this incredible platform for local creatives to showcase their work through various events such as seasonal pop-up markets, collaborations, parties, etc. But back in 2017, we were just three best friends and recent fashion school graduates looking for some sort of outlet to introd...

On today's episode, we're chatting with the creator and owner behind The Body Bar - Tricia Buchwald! What started as a side project for Tricia during college, has quickly blossomed into Buffalo's go-to destination for all things massage therapy and esthetics. We're talking all about Tricia's background in education, and how she has just earned her doctorate (in what, you may as...

On this week's episode, we're chatting with the creator, owner and barista behind Buffalo Coffee Cart - the original mobile espresso bar traveling all around the 716 - Maggie Silvestri! We talk all about the world of coffee, and how Maggie began her coffee career just four months before her wedding by opening Roots Coffee and Tea. One day, Maggie had the idea to bring the very same sense o...

On today's episode, I had the opportunity to chat with the owner of Local Honey Beauty Hive - Jen Bohlen! As the salon approaches its official 3rd anniversary, we're talking all about the story behind the brand and how Jen has grown LH into the Niagara Street staple that it has become! Throughout Jen's career, she always knew that she wanted to be a hair stylist. From graduating colleg...

In honor of Mother's Day, I'm chatting with my mom, Karen Warner, in this mini episode! Coming right off of her 60th birthday, I ask her for some motherly advice about being a mom and life itself. We're having our usual silly chat about everything from Bo Bice on American Idol to her odd love for the New York City subway system - just with mics! Then to finish our chat, we go through t...

Our first solo ep is here! Season 1 has come to a close, so I decided to come on the mic all by myself to check in and share some updates. I can't express enough gratitude for my first twelve guests, and couldn't be more excited for my next twelve! In today's episode, we're talking about what the upcoming spring/summer season has in store, some life updates, and even answering a fe...

This week we're chatting with Dr. Samantha Attard! Not only is she a certified yoga teacher and Ayurvedic health counselor, but she is the creator and owner of her very own space - Spiro Collective. Within Spiro, Sam works on an individualized basis through various counseling and workshops to help the community feel better mentality, physically, and spiritually! We're talking all about her...

This week we’re chatting with Molly Worth, creator and CEO of The Factory Buffalo - the product development and small batch manufacturing space right here in Buffalo, NY. From design consultation to fabric sourcing and project management, The Factory is any entrepreneur’s ‘one stop shop’ for all sorts of manufacturing. From starting her career with a business degree, Molly worked within various jo...

Today we're sitting down with Julia Gorman - the creator of Francis Foliage! Today, you know her as the go-to contact, based right here in Buffalo, NY, to preserve all your florals into beautifully pressed frames. What started as just a way for Julia to preserve her own wedding bouquet, has now 'bloomed' into an entire business - all in under 3 years. But, before Julia became a flower-...

On this week's episode, we're chatting with the creator and owner of Chuckuterie, Chuck Safy! Whether it's a curated board or an immaculate tabletop, you've seen Chuck's charcuterie work all around WNY. He is known as a master of all things meats, cheeses, and what to pair them with. Take his knowledge and mix it with his hilarious personality, and you truly have the best guest...

This week, we're sitting down with creator and owner of The Lounge Shop, Sarah Desmone! We're diving into her background, and how she created what has now become the go-to, closet staple athleisure brand for any 716 fan. Throughout Sarah's career, she always had the goal of being within social media and brand communications. From interning at Casper in Manhattan to working for the Univ...

On today's episode, we're sitting down with the creator and head designer of By A Guy, Austin Guyett! We're talking all about how he got his start in the fashion industry, and where his design work has taken him over the years. From playing hockey for over 10 years to selling bootleg merch at concerts, Austin continues to use his life experiences as inspirations for his collections. To...

On today’s episode, we’re chatting with the Brooklyn-based tattoo artist, Maggie Stockman! We’re talking all things art, how she got her start in photography, and when she eventually got started in the world of tattooing. Today, you may recognize her signature mid-century style as @lilpeggyhill on social media. What started as a job as a tattoo shop manager has evolved into the dream - a career th...

Today we're very excited to have on Buffalo-based illustrator + owner of Molly Illustration, Molly Beres!   Her work is fun and cheeky with vintage and nostalgic twists from characters, flowers, and even food!  From her 'More Women in Charge,' 'wired but still tired,' and 'Didn't Hydrate' - her work has become well-known in the local business community and beyond. We're talking about how she got h...

Today we're hanging out with the creator, owner and head artist of Lucky Leaf Tattoo, Din Tran! After opening in November 2022, Din has created the perfect space that is welcoming and comfortable with his upbeat spirt and great music playing in the background.  Getting a tattoo shouldn't be intimidating or scary, and Lucky Leaf Tattoo fills that need in the industry to include everyone. ...