Good People, Cool Things

Dave MacDonald from Crafted1K joins the podcast to talk all things cartooning. He shares how he developed a love of comics and doodling at a young age, how accidentally stumbling into a sales career led to his current business, and why every brand should tap into the "humor effect."

Natlyn Jones is just an all-around rock star. She started getting into boxing from her husband, boxer Roy Jones Jr., and quickly realized the many benefits boxing can bring to people. She channeled that focus into SheWarrior , a brand creating sustainable activewear for the fighter in all of us. In this episode, we’re chatting all about running a business, from getting started to social media to N...

Omar Mo is the founder of Nomadables and the host of The Nomadic Executive podcast. He helps online entrepreneurs that want to escape the daily grind of a 9 to 5 job and live a life of freedom and purpose. Centered around health, wealth, and wisdom, Omar uses life lessons he’s learned from his own experience and other experts across the world to empower people to live their best lives. Now it's yo...

You can grab a copy of any of the games — including some sweet combo packs — on the SociaLaughs website or through Amazon . Learn more about each game below. Passport to the Hood This game includes 3 volumes – and highlights hilarious moments of urban culture, says everything that you hear behind closed doors and reflects the things we experienced growing up. You are ready to play this game if you...

Author Stacy Padula teamed up with NBA Coach Brett Gunning on a children’s book series based on the principles of his nonprofit, On the Right Path . And because every kids’ book needs some great illustrations, they called in Maddy Moore to sink a few clutch shots with her designs.  We’re chatting about the book writing process, the best quarantines, and some of Brett’s most memorable NBA moments,...

Billy Van Zandt has been writing plays, TV shows, and films for nearly half a century. So, naturally, he’s got a few stories to tell about Hollywood. Luckily, he was taking notes along the way and has put his finest moments into his new book.  GET IN THE CAR, JANE! Adventures in the TV Wasteland is a behind the scenes memoir of Emmy-nominated writer/producer Billy Van Zandt and his years making Am...

No matter where you’re at on your entrepreneurial journey, you’re likely thinking about business growth. Zack Hurley, founder of apparel manufacturing company Indie Source , knows all about that — he grew his company from $788,000 to $2.3 million in just two years, and is on track to reach $5 million this year — all while maintaining a bootstrapped approach.  Indie Source has tackled the outdated...

Author Caroline Henrich talks about her book A Very Lappy Christmas , the impact of helping others, and gives us a peek inside her very full household.

As an actor, host, emcee, and podcaster, Brad Gage has met a ton of interesting people — and he’s certainly one himself. He’s appeared in movies and TV shows like Timeless and Jane the Virgin and has hosted content for Hulu, Mercedes-Benz, American’s Funniest Home Videos , and more. Throughout it all, he's found a passion for having in-depth conversations and getting to know people. That’s what Br...

Vanessa and Natasha of ATXFoodChronicles talk about their blogging career, revisit delightful old TV shows, and offer their favorite Austin spots to check out.

Nicole Riccardo may barely be five feet tall, but she sure has some mighty superpowers. She serves musicians and creative entrepreneurs who are ready to market themselves effectively and increase their impact + income. Bottom line, she can help you make some moolah to do what you love. How? Through a combination of branding, SEO, marketing strategy, the Instagram algorithm, and a whole lot more. W...

Matt Billings is the fourth generation of his family farm, which first started more than 100 years ago. And now, he's the founder of Ayo Yogurt, a vegan, dairy-free almond yogurt.

In honor of Halloween, we're having a spooktacular episode filled with scary stories! Hear from musicians as they reminisce on their worst and most outrageous gigs.

Musician Suzi Ragsdale talks about her new album Ghost Town, what it's like to record music during COVID, and why it's important to use music to lift people up.

Excy founder Michele Mehl talks about the inspiration behind her product, how it's helped people recover during physical therapy, and shows off her gold medal.

Erin is the face (and lens) behind Sew Stratton, an Austin-based photographer, fashion lover, volunteer, and occasional influencer — even though she's not fond of that term. She joins the podcast to chat about photography, how she started making jewelry, and her new mentorship program.

Atlanta-based rapper CEO Chino Marley is on a constant grind, working on his craft and growing his fanbase. We're talking about his newest music videos "High" and "Active" — two songs with distinctly different vibes and feels. But through it all, Chino stays true to himself and his ability to tell stories. We also chat his new album, the power of the Internet in promoting music, and some upcoming...

Ashley Bugge is a young military widow/solo mom of three, explorer, and award-winning author who was forced to rebuild her life after her husband tragically died in a recreational scuba diving accident. We chat about her story, why bucket lists are overrated, and discuss some of the finest karaoke choices.

Fire-spinning sushi chef Bryan Sekine shares how he got into both industries, why sustainability is such a critical component of his brand, and how you too can start an online course to teach others.

Art Bell is the author of Constant Comedy: How I started Comedy Central and Lost My Sense of Humor. If that title doesn't immediately pique your interest, here's a little taste of what you'll find in this episode: Art talks about the hardships he encountered with his idea for a new TV channel all about comedy — and how he powered through multiple obstacles. We talk a WHOLE BUNCH of Mystery Science...

Ray Blakney has built multiple six and seven-figure businesses without any kind of cash — boot-strapping at its finest! Learn about his entrepreneurial experience, what lessons in sword fighting have taught him, and why you shouldn't start a business.

Have you ever reached the end of the day and felt overwhelmed? Maybe you didn't get a project done, or spent so much time on busy tasks you had to skip a workout. Caelan Huntress is a marketing coach for entrepreneurs and he helps business owners earn more money in less time. That frees up more attention and energy for you to focus on other areas, whether it’s in your business or personal life.

Get Lost with Lindsay founder Lindsay Myers joins the podcast to get her best tips for traveling on a budget, how to have a great date night at home, and why you should step up your virtual fashion game.

Women should support other women, especially in business—so why do so few of them do that? Lizanne Falsetto, founder of thinkThin wellness brand and Pink Talented Angels, joins the podcast to chat about her network of women founders, challenges of running a business, and why walks can be a super productive part of your day.

Christine Perakis has lived through not one, but TWO hurricanes (in the span of two weeks, no less!) and it led to her writing her book The Resilient Leader: Life Changing Strategies to Overcome Today’s Turmoil and Tomorrow’s Uncertainty . She works with businesses to help them turbo-charge their growth and reach new levels of success, and shares her story on the podcast.