Natural Thoughts and Talks

Cathy Soukphilanouvong, a procurement specialist, discussed her career, family life, and parenting approach with Venture. They also reminisced about their past experiences, their connection to Montana, and the challenges of raising the next generation of powerful young women. The conversation also touched on the recent loss of Cathy's father and the importance of building a legacy generationally,...

Zach and Venture shared their experiences on transitioning from athletes to real-world lives, discussing the importance of mental and emotional development beyond physical training, and the challenges of adapting to new environments and social dynamics. They also discussed their experiences with silence, balance, and the importance of perseverance and learning from failure in achieving success. Th...

Priscilla discussed her transition from teaching to photography. She began with a DSLR camera and started documenting her son's growth. Word spread, and she began photographing pregnant friends and coworkers, initially for free. She later charged $50 and increased the price as her skills improved. Her clients referred her to more friends, expanding her client base. In El Paso, she primarily focuse...

Venture and Adriana discussed the importance of building a strong team and maintaining a high level of professionalism in their respective businesses. Adriana expressed her desire to create a small, trusted team that adheres to her standards, and she is currently in the process of expanding her team. Both agreed on the value of patience in business, with Venture emphasizing the importance of takin...

Venture and Chelsea, a tattoo artist from Orange County, California, had a casual conversation about their careers and personal experiences. Chelsea shared her journey into the tattoo industry, starting her apprenticeship at 27 and becoming a full-time tattoo artist at 29. She emphasized her focus on building community and making people feel welcome in her shop. Venture and Chelsea also discussed...

In this episode of "Natural Thoughts and Talks," Venture and Bryan discuss his business venture, Hydro-Jetting Pros, based out of Vegas. Bryan, originally from California, noticed a demand for hydrojetting services in Las Vegas, which larger companies were charging high prices for. He started a company focused solely on hydrojetting, using specialized eco friendly equipment to offer lower prices....

Craig Stone is a professional artist and educator. He has over 50 years of experience cultivating artwork all over the globe. Craig has been a wonderful mentor and family friend to Venture for over 20 years and is a big reason why Venture chose to attend California State University, Long Beach. The culture and legacy Craig Stone continues to leave everywhere he goes brightens the world around him....

Ediberto, a tattoo artist in San Diego, shared his life experiences, including his upbringing in a broken home and his journey from being incarcerated to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He and Venture discussed the importance of sharing personal experiences, the challenges of maintaining a positive environment, and the importance of humility and grace in their interactions with others. They al...

Pauline joins the pod today to discuss her passion for not only fitness but self improvement in all areas of her life. Her recent life experiences have lots of lessons we can all pull from and her willingness to be vulnerable open up and share is what makes her such a great leader and friend in her community. Thanks so much for spending time with us Pauline hope to see you again real soon on the p...

Venture and Angel discussed their passion for food and entrepreneurship, with Angel sharing his family's diverse cultural background and his plans to build a business that could support his family. They also discussed their experiences in the restaurant industry, their aspirations, and the challenges and joys of building a business. The conversation ended with a shared appreciation for the simplic...

Venture and Dr. Thomas Reed discussed their personal experiences, shared interests in sports, and the importance of preserving cultural practices. They also explored the different versions of lacrosse and the various positions in the game, with Dr. Reed suggesting that Venture would make a good defensive midfielder. The conversation concluded with an agreement on the need to document and share cul...

Sarah, the founder of Sarahtonin Massage Therapy, shared her personal and professional journey, including her business expansion and hiring her first employee. They also discussed their experiences as social butterflies, the growth of Sarah's business, and the importance of vulnerability and openness in leadership. Lastly, they touched on the shift in gender dynamics in the business world and the...

Venture and Angel unpack his journey in the beauty industry, challenges as a DACA recipient, and the importance of self-reflection and perseverance. They also shared their experiences and strategies in their respective industries, discussed their personal lives, and the challenges of balancing school, work, and personal life. They emphasized the importance of confidence, authenticity, and consiste...

Tanya, a tattoo artist from Orange County, California, shared her passion tattoos, her journey as an artist, and her experiences growing up in a traditional Asian household. She also discussed her journey towards becoming a tattoo artist, her experiences with her family, and the importance of self-acceptance and pursuing one's passions. This episode also touched on the importance of building a liv...

Dee and Venture discussed her business journey, from making chocolate-covered strawberries as a hobby to expanding into the full-fledged business, Dipped by Dee and the importance of staying true to oneself in any creative endeavor. They also shared personal family backgrounds and experiences, emphasizing the importance of self-confidence and self-belief in achieving success. Dee explained the gro...

Grace and Venture discussed their shared passion for poetry and storytelling. Venture, who recently developed an interest in poetry, expressed admiration for the power of poetry to evoke emotions and create connections. Grace, who has been writing poetry since elementary school, shared her journey of self-publishing two poetry books, starting with her first one in 2018 and her second one the follo...

Sheryl and Venture shared their personal backgrounds, experiences, and challenges, emphasizing the importance of support and passion in pursuing one's goals. They also discussed their experiences with unexpected events, the future of women in business, and the challenges they faced. They discussed their photography processes, organizational tools, and leadership journeys, with a focus on finding e...

Venture and Serbrina shared their personal backgrounds, businesses, and views on change and growth, with Serbrina emphasizing the importance of trust and positivity. She also shared her weightlifting journey, which began as a means to impress her abusive partner but eventually became a path to self-improvement and healing. Serbrina shared the origin of her business name, "Happy Lifts," which she d...

Cynthia shared her personal experiences and aspirations with Venture. She mentioned that her parents, particularly her mother, encouraged her to focus on her studies and pursue her goals, while also expressing a desire for financial stability. Cyn also discussed her career journey, which included working in the fitness industry and marketing, and eventually making a career switch to move to Las Ve...

Venture and Lucy discussed the importance of prioritizing people within a business. Lucy emphasized the value of making an impact and building a community of people who understand and support each other, rather than striving for popularity or wealth. Venture agreed, highlighting the importance of providing value and helping others, which often leads to greater success in the long run. Both agreed...

Venture and Jaz discussed the changing landscape of the beauty industry due to the internet and the support it provides. Jaz shared her personal journey, having wanted to be a hairstylist since she was in 3rd grade, but facing challenges such as financial constraints and balancing work and school. She eventually found a job at a salon and started her apprenticeship program, which allowed her to wo...

Sammie and Venture discussed the importance of pursuing happiness and leading with empathy and authenticity. Venture emphasized the opportunity to turn passions into businesses and shared his personal journey from being transactional to leading with his heart. Samantha agreed, highlighting her introverted nature and the value she places on deep relationships and genuine authenticity. Both agreed o...

Makall Garcia is the founder of BYMAKALL Makeup & Hair. She shared her journey of growing up in a wealthy family, feeling like she was living a double life, and finding solace in the beauty industry through makeup and social media. She discussed how her life changed when her family lost their wealth, forcing her to adapt and form real friendships. Makall also expressed her gratitude for the ex...

In this episode of "Natural Thoughts and Talks," Venture and Adam catch up on each other's lives, discussing their work, personal experiences, and philosophies on success and hard work. They also share their passion for hunting and outdoor activities, with Adam discussing his experiences with hunting bears and training dogs for the purpose. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the impor...

In this episode of "Natural Thoughts and Talks," Venture and Amber had a conversation about Amber's background and her work in the wellness and fitness industry. Amber, originally from Massachusetts, has been a performance coach for almost 10 years and has grown to love different aspects of the industry. She emphasized the importance of fitness and its connection to other aspects of life. Venture...