Everyday Hustlers

Listen to us talk with Natalie, owner of Parker & Co. Photography in Rexburg, ID. Natalie is a boudoir/branding photographer and owner of The Home Cottage studio. Natalie tells us about what inspired her to become a photographer and open a home studio of her own. She also tells us about how she manages her home and work life so she can be her best self and do what she loves. Follow and rate 5...

Listen to us talk with Marissa & Darren, the power couple behind Heritage Home Family Farm. Their mission is to bring legacy flavors to your table while working hard to maintain their promise to family, flavor and the future. We hear about their lifelong passion for fresh food and how they found a way to turn that passion into a business doing what they love to do - inspire healthy, high-quali...

Listen to Episode 34 with Brooke and Perry, creators and owners of Brookie's Cookies! Brooke tells us about all that goes into running a cookie business and how her and her husband Perry have worked together to create a thriving business. Brooke manages the cookies and creative side while Perry uses his PR background to seek creative ways to get their product in front of the right customers......

Listen to us chat with Logan & Shannon, principals at Elevate Academy, a soon to be newly built public charter school in East Idaho. Elevate Academy will be a public charter school that focuses on trade work that prepares students with the certifications and qualifications they need to start working at a high level as soon as they graduate. Logan & Shannon take us through the ins-and-outs...

Justin DaBell, co-owner of Center Stage Theatre here in Idaho Falls, joins us for Episode 32 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast. Justin tells us about his long history with theater that undoubtedly influenced his decision to create one of his own. He tells us about his beginnings in theater, the process of finding a space that fit his needs, his unexpected challenges he has faced such as costumes and...

On this episode we chat with Kioa Delos Reyes, hip hop dance coach and owner of Lost Tribe Dance in Rexburg, ID. Kioa tells us about his past with dancing and how the support from his wife encouraged him to turn start a dance school of his own. He also tells us about some of his other local businesses, including Shaka Juice, which is at just about every farmers market between Idaho Falls and Rexbu...

Join us for Episode 30 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast where we chat with Keegan, creator of Rabbit Ear Laces. This is one story you won't want to miss! Keegan takes us through the experiences that shaped his business and helped create a successful brand. Including bringing together a team of creators and artists across the world that helped bring his invention to life. There's a lot to lea...

Join us for Episode 29 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast where we talk with owner of Game It Up, Nyles Johnson. Nyles built the Game It Up truck all on his own to bring his idea to life. We learn about what it took to get a gaming truck business up and running and some of the hurdles he faced that you probably wouldn't have thought about. Please follow and rate 5 stars if you enjoyed the podcast!

Listen to Episode 28 with Madi and Ryley Nelson, owners of Odyssey Athletics, an elite cheer team in Idaho Falls. Madi and Ryley are not just owners, but they're coaches as well with experience at the collegiate and worlds level. We learn about their backgrounds in cheer, how they got started in their own gym, where they see Odyssey going in the future and much more. Follow and rate 5 stars:)

Jim Krager, voice actor and podcast host, joins us for Episode 27 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast. Jim is an aspiring voice actor who tells us about some of the unexpected challenges he's faced pursuing his career and how he's working to overcome them. He is honest and open about the realities of being a "voice actor" and how his experience is helping him navigate his career towar...

Welcome to episode 26 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast. Today we have Craig Green, guitarist and film composer, in the studio. We have an amazing time learning about Craigs beginnings in music and his love of guitar. His experiences that have molded him into the musician he is now. As well as amazing words of wisdom to "do less'. Thanks so much for listening! Please rate 5 stars and follow...

Join us for Episode 25 where we talk about our own business The Film Garage 208 ! We figured it was time to tell our listeners more about us and how we got started in this business. Listen as we talk about our history in Hawaii and how it influenced us to create a studio and photography & video production company of our own. We talk about the skills we learned in previous jobs that carry over...

Listen in on Episode 24 as we talk with Allie & Hunter Taylor, owners of the luxury baby carrier brand, Mabe Carriers . They tell us about how they took their idea from inspiration to reality to create the luxury baby carrier of their dreams and build a thriving business. We hear about their processes of working with a supplier to create a new product, some of the challenges they've faced...

Join us for Episode 23 as we chat with Carrie Ragan , owner of Eagle Rock Dance Studio in Idaho Falls. Carrie explains why she opened a dance studio and how she has used it to build a platform that allows her to positively impact the lives of those around her. Listen as she tells us about her insights as a founder and owner who has successfully grown her business over the last 20 years. Subscribe...

Listen to our conversation with Landon Poulter, artist & owner of his custom sneaker business, Lando Laces. Landon tells us about what it's like running a business as a shoe artist all while balancing life as a husband and father. We go over what got him into the business and what keeps him going, as well as some of the hurdles he's faced along the way. Rate 5 stars and subscribe!

Merry Christmas! Listen to episode 21 as we chat with Sidney, Jason, and Sheldon from Extreme Rush in Chubbuck, Idaho. They are the founders of Extreme Rush Family Fun Center which is soon to be the most exciting event center around. We chat about everything from the creation of their idea to all that it took to bring their vision to life. Including meeting with Disney mentors, visiting world-clas...

Join us for Episode 20 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast where we chat with Paige Anne, singer & songwriter . Listen as she talks about how she got started with her career, her time on American Idol, and how it has impacted her life since. She is honest and real about how these types of experiences have affected her mental health and those around her throughout her journey so far. Subscribe and r...

Welcome to Episode 19 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast where we interview Alyson Natoni , founder and owner of Elevation Floating Fitness in Idaho Falls. Listen in as we chat about clients who ask for discounts, persevering past obstacles that make you want to close your doors, and changing careers to chase your passion. Watch the full video on YouTube @TheFilmGarage208 .

Welcome to Episode 18 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast where we talk with Tia Panter , hair stylist and owner of The Eclectic Chair in Idaho Falls. Tia has great insights on how she achieved her ideal gratuity-free pricing model, the importance of creating a community beyond her salon customers, and not being afraid to test new ideas. Tia shares the ups-and-downs she went through to get where she is...

This week on Episode 17 of The Film Garage 208 Podcast we have Kiersten and Megan with the Maloney Team at First Colony Mortgage. They talk about how important building relationships with their clients are, how they leverage social media, and the importance of taking the first steps towards owning a home. They also break down common pre-conceived notions associated with buying a home and might jus...

On this episode of the Film Garage 208 Podcast, we chat with Nicole Thompson and Brynn Parker, massage therapists and owners of Modern MindBody Massage + Float in Ammon, ID. They tell us what it's like owning a massage therapy business and what they've done to stand out amongst their competitors. Such as offering saunas, cold plunging, sensory deprivation treatments, and more. Listen in as...

We talk with the winners of our 2023 Halloween Short Film Contest Dallin Hodgkin and Chaise Dodson. Dallin is the director/videographer and Chaise was the main actor. Listen as they talk about their experiences making the film and some of their most memorable moments. Follow and rate 5 stars!

Listen as we talk with Rose Wetzel, owner of Cult Skin Care. Rose talks about the different types of estheticians and what drew her towards focusing on high-end skin care. She also tells us about parts of the job she wasn't as drawn to, like manzilians... Rose shares a lot of helpful tips for any entrepreneur and business owner so don't miss out on the podcast! Follow and rate 5 stars!

Join us on Episode 14 as we talk with Kenny Jenkins, owner of Oracle Tattoo in Ammon, ID. Listen as Kenny elaborates on the path he took towards owning his own tattoo shop and the work that went in behind the scenes. In a highly gate kept industry, Kenny found a way to learn the ropes of tattooing & running a business and has even taken on an apprentice, his wife Josey. Josey was also present...

On this episode of The Film Garage 208 Podcast: We talk to the owners of Bumble and Bleat Soapery, Sharon and Leon Reaser. Sharon and Leon give us some insight on how they started this business, and the importance of pursuing your dreams even if you are "older". Sharon and Leon had always dreamt of owning goats and combining their passions with business. Listen in on some great advice ab...