Houston Made

In this episode Rusty talks with Andy & Morgan Sommer - founders and owners of Forth and Nomad, an amazing brand that believes you should feel good about the purchases you make. Partnering with small brands, they have created a thoughtful and conscious buying process around clothing, accessories, home goods, art, and more - all with a playful minimalist style. Tune is as we discuss how their trave...

In this episode Rusty talks with Cail Duval - founder and owner of Pump and Crunch, an amazing Houston brand that helps people eat better in more ways than one, including Prep School, pre-prepped meals, AND delicious healthy SQRL bars! Rusty and Cail discuss how how she changed her planned path to go to PT school at the last minute to follow her passions, how she’s built a brand that encompasses m...

In this episode Rusty talks with Beket Griffith - co-owner and co-founder of Season's Harvest in Northwest Houston about how he (Beket) and his wife, Joanne, started a Backyard to Table restaurant with literally NO prior restaurant experience. Listen in as Rusty and Beket discuss pushing through fear, the importance of saying no for the sake of your loved ones, AND why it's always better to buy th...

In this episode Rusty gives an update on all things Houston Made! After getting busy with too many things, Rusty has brought people into the mix to help produce a great show that highlights the business owners that make Houston special! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in pa...

In this episode Rusty talks with Christina Terry about her journey from some of the most beautiful vineyards in the country to the gulf shores of Louisiana, and eventually to Texas where her passion for marketing and supporting small businesses evolved into something bigger than she could have imagined. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at mi...

In this episode Rusty talks with Rudy Rasmus about the influences in his youth that drew him to entrepreneurship, how a chance meeting at a funeral changed the trajectory of his life, AND why retirement isn’t an option on the table. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part b...

In this episode Rusty talks with Joseph West about how he went form feeding chickens on his grandparents farm to winning awards for wedding photography, how he always sneaks personal projects into his client work, and how he’s changing the way headshots are taken through his tech start-up Studio Pod. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milie...

In this episode Rusty talks with Ryan Levy about how he went form Lawyer to Cordon Blue trained chef to Master Sommelier, how they were able to bring Nice Winery into It’s new facility in spite of the pandemic, AND the role the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo has played in establishing their brand. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieume...

In this episode Rusty talks with Megan Silianoff about creating familiarity through identity, how blogging became a launching pad for Megan’s career,  and why neither of us will ever stop working. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & Jim Brawner a...

In this episode Rusty talks with Haley Ryan about the importance of falling forward, tips for capitalizing on relational equity on instagram, and the importance of community for entrepreneurs. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & Jim Brawner and C...

In this episode Rusty talks with Jacob Ibarra about the importance of coffee education for consumers, how that education can literally change lives around the world, and finding a balance between innovation and respect for tradition as entrepreneurs. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made...

In this episode Rusty talks with Micah Edwards about the being a creative entrepreneur - making a business out of music as well as digging for records at 8 years old, how he got popular in south east Asia, and the importance of setting and re-evaluating goals along the way! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBO...

In this episode Rusty talks with Andrew Mitcham about starting a nano brewery during a pandemic, why it’s easier than ever to be an entrepreneur, AND how he legitimately became the Mayor of Jersey Village. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & Jim...

In this episode Rusty talks with Gustavo Gonzalez (aka Goose) about how he stumbled into screen printing after getting fired as a waiter, whether or not he considers himself an artist, and how he’s handled criticism along the way. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by...

In this episode Rusty talks with Terry Williams (aka Terry The Trainer) about how how he found his passion outside of the classroom, the value of community over competition, and how we manage bad days and depression as extroverted optimists. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible...

In this episode Rusty talks with Alyssa Hoang about how she got started with the business while avoiding schoolwork, where she caught her entrepreneurial spirit, and tips for having a great market experience as a small business. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by pa...

In this episode Rusty talks with Luke Brawner of Milieu Media Group about the first five months of Houston Made as well as enneagram numbers in relation to ambition and their mutual love of Glen Hansard. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & Jim Br...

In this episode Rusty talks with Laura Perez of Balloon Luxe Events about the various businesses she started before this one, common misconceptions around being a balloon artist, and the legacy she is working to leave for her young daughter as a mother & entrepreneur. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD...

In this episode Rusty talks with Jesse Stowers of Happy Earth Compost about the pain points that led him to start Happy Earth, the lessons learned from launching and running multiple businesses, and the direct link between entrepreneurship and self-improvement. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This sh...

In this episode Rusty talks with Josh Graber of Ice Designs Houston about his journey from accounting classes to ice sculptures, finding success in bathroom marketing, and the lessons he’s learned from owning a business that delivers a tangible product. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is ma...

In this episode Rusty talks with Clay Harkey of Twisted Arrow Goods about what drives them through the challenging parts of business, how various generations define a "good job," and the importance of validation to the small business owner.  Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible...

In this episode Rusty talks with Clay Harkey of Twisted Arrow Goods about the evolution of the brand, what it means to be a craftsman versus an artist, and Clay's move from data scientist to leather worker! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & Jim...

In this episode Rusty is joined by previous guests Wenting Xie, Bob Sutton, and Jake Cooper for a round table discussion where they share updates since their respective interviews, first jobs, and the mantras that have been bouncing around their heads lately.  Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This sho...

In this episode Rusty talks with Macy Villegas of MV Realty Group about the influence her parents had on her career path, the cautions we have for people getting into real estate, and the lessons we've learned from the mistakes we've made in our respective businesses. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD...

In this episode Rusty talks with Sara Triana about the different paths to publication, how 2020 impacted her work, and the best ways to get started in poetry.  Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & Jim Brawner and Candice & Marc Robinson. Join the...