Spaghetti Talk!

Noah, Anthony and Taylor wrap up the month sharing what they’ve learned along the way. What is Pride Month? Why is it celebrated? What does Pride mean to you? How can we celebrate all year round and how can we help make our communities even better?

Anthony Williams III is back! Part 2 with Anthony we dive deep into his journey into becoming a leader, a director and a working actor. His love for teaching and helping his students become the best versions of themselves on and off stage is seen in all that he does!

Meet Anthony Williams III! Anthony is the Drama Director at William Harrison High School in West Lafayette, IN. He shares his story in a two part series so be sure to check out Part 2 as well! Anthony talks about his incredible mother, military school, high school theatre and finding his chosen family all while navigating being a black queer man living in the Midwest.

Noah Bower is a student at Ball State University majoring in Musical Theatre. He is also a beautiful shining light illuminating this world. Noah shares his journey into theatre and into himself…as someone who is a part of the queer community, as a son, a friend and a rising star!

Episode 27 is LIVE and it’s me…The Meatball Lady…Taylor Cappelleri from Cappelleri Sunday Sauce. This is a special episode for a few reasons. One, because my dear friend, Rebecca Goodman, interviewed me. Two, because this is the last episode of Season 1. Rebecca convinced me that I needed to do better than just a 10 minute intro and she was right. I got to step into the shoes of each of my guests...

It’s definitely getting hot in here with Vanessa Isenbarger, owner of Pearl Fine Studios, a luxury boudoir photographer in the Greater Lafayette Indiana area. Vanessa is helping women embrace their bodies, boost their confidence all within her beautiful downtown studio! As she steps into a new realm of womanhood, so does her craft. It’s a beautiful process.✨

What do you get when you combine Godzilla, coffee, macarons and a whole lot of love? You get Grace and Yuji Tamayaka! They are the farmer’s market foodie couple that we all adore! As owners of two thriving businesses they teach us how to work hard and play hard! They also teach us that love and joy are the most important ingredients in creating anything in this world!

Bailey and Allie, owners of Medley Family Farms, in Lafayette, IN share their story of how career pivots, family meals and a barn house morphed into a creative adventure of flowers and community!

Brian and Macey Ropes, a father/daughter business duo, share their story of how their entrepreneurial spirits led to a shared storefront on Main St. in Lafayette, Indiana. Brian owns Black Wax Records and Macey owns Rainbow Children Tie Dye, a perfect blend of art and music. Like several small businesses in our country they are struggling. I hope their story helps inspire the community to help the...

Kim Fields, owner of YoReiMa in Lafayette, IN, talks about her journey to becoming a yoga instructor, reiki master and massage therapist. She blends all three modalities into a class that leaves you feeling rejuvenated and relaxed.

April Cochran-Smith, owner of Scout located on Main St. in Lafayette, IN, shares her journey to becoming a boutique owner. Her eye for home design, fashion, art and music make her a local icon! Being born in Lafayette, she has transformed her passions into a community endeavor inspiring others along the way!

Mari Del Real and Cari Araiza are sisters in business and in life! Together they own The Anvil Salon in Lafayette, IN. These two are a blast and share their incredible story of how they came to Indiana and their journey to owning their own salon!

Cristy DeFoe, owner of Cristy Party Co., shares her journey into becoming an amazing balloon artist! She is completely self-taught! Her creations have been showcased at several events in the Greater Lafayette Indiana area, including Purdue University! She’s shares how important it is to listen to your body, intuition and that spark that drives you to step that next leap!

Amy Kelly, owner of Evermore Realty, gives her professional insight on buying/selling a home in the Greater Lafayette Indiana. She shares her journey and how she loves to support her community through various volunteer opportunities. Amy’s love for people and caring for people is felt through each story!

What does it take to help businesses grow and flourish in a small big town?? President/CEO Mikel Berger of The Greater Lafayette Commerce can tell you! Only six months into his position and he’s making great strides to help build the economic community in the Greater Lafayette Area and beyond!

Amanda Kennedy, owner of Flourish Studio and Classroom, in Lafayette, IN, takes us on a creative journey into her life, her process and her love for creating opportunities of self expression!

Adrienne Westphal, owner of Creative Concepts, is a creative soul sharing her gifts of caring, helping and design in the Greater Lafayette area. We learn about her journey to find her soul purpose and how important it is to advocate for yourself in all areas of your life!

Are you thirsty??!! Johannah Caress, owner of The Thirsty Heifer mobile bar, has a drink for you! In this episode she discusses the process of buying her business, how she transformed it into her creative vision and what she loved most about serving up your favorite drinks!

Dr. Samantha Kreinbring discusses her journey to becoming a chiropractor and owning her own practice in Lafayette, IN. She walks us through her process, her passions and how we can take steps to living healthier lives!

We’re starting the New Year off with an energy cleanse! Allison Morgan, owner of The Blue Lotus Energy Healing, shares how she tapped into her innate gifts in order to help others reach their highest potential.

Molly Welch, Events and Programs Coordinator for Greater Lafayette Commerce, shares how her role at GLC helps support local business owners and the community! She has a genuine passion for lifting others up and helping to give local businesses a platform to shine. Her involvement in the Historical Lafayette Farmer’s Market boost in success has been greatly received and appreciated by the community...

Laura Kroh, owner of Laura’s Corner, shares her family’s origin story and her love for baking and creating. Her honesty and passion is clearly reflected in her words and her work. The Greater Lafayette area is lucky to have her!

Robert Theodorow, owner of Generation NA, talks about his journey to becoming a destination spot in the Greater Lafayette Area for NA, functional and hemp derived beverages. He owns two successful companies and discusses how pivoting in your 40’s is possible!

Emily and Chase share their love story that turns into a passion for entrepreneurship and cultivating community. Through photography, thrifting and building a storefront, they have a vision to make this world a better place. Their new storefront in Lafayette, IN (Golden Avenue) embraces this vision. They also treat us to a special performance!

Taylor chats with Cassidy Kitchel, owner of Rose Bakery, about the trials and tribulations of owning a business, the grief of closing a business and the joy of serving others. Her rawness and vulnerability is so appreciated.