Thomas K
The Scorpion Nest Podcast
I'm Thomas K, private jeweler and host of The Scorpion Nest Podcast. I've hosted in person networking events across Chicago for years and these are the stories of the coolest people I've met along the way. The Scorpion Nest finds all kinds of interesting people including: chefs, private jewelers, fashion designers, real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and more. Follow us on Social: Instagram: The Scorpion Nest Instagram TikTok: The Scorpion Nest TikTok
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Thomas K
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Latest episode
Feb 5, 2026
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Episodes
Redhead Piano Bar Used to be Different... 05.02.2026 1:21:55
S2E1 Chicago Entertainer and Businessman Dario Giraldo reveals never before told secrets of his journey in the Chicago nightlife scene. From losing it all, building a successful business, watching people and venues change over time...we dive deep into it all. Follow Dario's Journey Below https://darioradio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/pianomandario/
Season 1 Finale: The Dark Side of Jewelry with Ren Thompson 06.12.2025 1:05:43
In this Season One Finale we answer questions like: Is there a dark side to jewelry? Why go private vs retail? How can we fix The Loop? What's it like dating as a Solo-preneur? Follow: https://www.instagram.com/thomas.kneifel/ https://www.instagram.com/rnnck/
EP17: Navy Seal Stephen Drum | What to avoid when operating in Business. 11.11.2025 1:02:23
Stephen Drum is a Navy Seal and Keynote speaker. Learn the lessons he teaches to his business leaders and more. Want to follow his journey? https://www.stephendrum.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stephen.drum/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-drum-643695135/
EP16: Sommelier Joe Clifford | Are you an ACTUAL red wine drinker? 26.10.2025 1:03:54
Joe Clifford is a level 4 Sommelier and founder of Jetsetter Wine Club. Learn how he turned a passion for wine into one of the most valuable wine clubs in Chicago. Follow him for more below! https://www.instagram.com/jetsetterwineclub/
EP15: James Lawley | Gentleman’s Institution Founder and Content Creator 27.09.2025 1:07:24
Meet James Lawley, founder of The Gentleman's Institution and social media personality. Learn how he built a community of like minded men and a personal brand spanning the globe! Follow his journey below: https://www.youtube.com/@Gent. Z https://www.instagram.com/james.gentz/ https://www.gent-z.com/
EP04: Ren Thompson | President of CJA, Private Jeweler, and Adventurer 07.09.2025 57:13
Meet Ren Thompson, President of the Chicago Jeweler's Association. Get a behind the scenes look at Chicago's jewelry industry and night life. Follow Ren Here: https://www.instagram.com/rnnck/
EP03: DJ DangerWayne | Chicago DJ and Entertainment Businessman 07.09.2025 57:44
Meet DJ DangerWayne. West Loop entertainer, businessman, and real estate Mogul. Learn his origin story in the heart of Chicago and where his career is taking him. Follow His Journey Below: Danger Wayne - https://www.instagram.com/dangerwayne/ Treble Monsters - https://www.instagram.com/treblemonsters/ Syndicate Chicago - https://www.instagram.com/syndicatechicago/
EP02: Chef Danny Bullock | Cooking for the Elite and Launching a Bourbon Brand 07.09.2025 55:05
Follow Chef Danny Bullock’s journey as he continues to build the Bull Young Bourbon Brand, release his upcoming cook book "Rhythm and Bourbon”, and penetrate the culinary scene around the world. https://bullyoungbourbon.com/ Suits Eric Noels of GQ Gentlemen - https://www.instagram.com/shopgq/ Cigar Lounges Biggs Mansion - https://biggschicago.com/ The Clayton - https://www.theclayton.com/ The Emba...
EP01: Thomas Kneifel | How I Built the Coolest Community in Chicago 07.09.2025 46:04
Follow @scoprion_nest_chicago on Instagram Thomas Kneifel, host of The Scorpion Nest Podcast discusses how the community started, what it grew into, and what the future holds for the most interesting people in Chicago. This episode is not sponsored Studio: @Chicagopodaststudio or visit https://www.chicagopodcast.studio/ Guest Host: @tony_traina or visit https://www.tonytraina.com/ Suits by: @joshk...
EP14: Sabrina Schlenker | Inventor of The Hair Can 06.09.2025 54:28
Meet Sabrina Schlenker, female entrepreneur and inventor of The Hair Can! Learn how she leveraged her skills as a D1 collegiate athlete and launched her first successful retail product. Follow Her Journey Below Shop Now: https://shophaircan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehaircan/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/the-hair-can
EP13: Eric Boss | Nightlife Promoter and CMO 28.07.2025 1:04:30
Meet Eric Boss. Chicago Nightlife promoter, CMO of Aloha Construction and Podcast Host. Learn how he rose to the top of the industry with systems and focus on pure hospitality. We talk Chicago club scene, mental health, and marketing in this fast paced discussion. Follow his journey below: https://www.instagram.com/ericbosschicago/ https://www.instagram.com/howd_you_get_here_podcast/ https://www.i...
EP12: Nick Philp | Columbia Yacht Club General Manager 24.06.2025 51:15
Meet Nick Philp. General Manager of the Columbia Yacht Club in Chicago. Learn how he got into one of the most unique and sought after members clubs in the country. For more info: https://www.columbiayachtclub.org/ https://www.instagram.com/columbiayachtclub/
EP11: Greg DeKalb | Master Connector and Entrepreneur 04.06.2025 49:55
Meet Greg Dekalb. Founder of Tony P's Networking and Appointments IQ. Learn how he leveraged Chicago's most exciting venues to build one of the largest business communities in the city. Follow Greg on his journey below: https://www.instagram.com/tonyps.productions/ https://tonypsnetworkingevents.com/ https://gregdekalb.com/
EP10: Osman Aslam | Fashion and Fabric Expert 12.05.2025 50:45
Meet Osman Aslam. Menswear designer, world traveler, and obsessed with combining the right fabric with the perfect fit. Learn how he became the most interesting tailor in the city of Chicago. https://www.vicegerent.com/ https://www.instagram.com/vicegerentofficial/
EP09: AJ Weir | Vice President Jeff Hamilton 30.04.2025 1:00:28
Meet AJ Weir. Vice President at Jeff Hamilton, Board member of Soho House Chicago, Sneaker Head and Chicago Bulls fanatic! Learn how AJ networked his way into a dream job and continues to build his communities in Chicago. https://jeffhamiltonshop.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ajinchicago/
EP08: Aram Ghazaryan | Real Estate Flipper and Coach 20.04.2025 55:04
Meet Aram Ghazaryan. Real estate flipper, investor and coach. Learn how he built a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio and how he plans to help others do the same. https://www.instagram.com/aramgrealty/ https://www.youtube.com/@AramGhazaryan
EP07: Josh Kercher | Fashion Designer and Bespoke Visionary 23.03.2025 54:16
Meet Josh Kercher. Fashion Designer, Chicago Lover, and advocate for feeling good in what you wear. Learn how one good suit transformed his life, allowing him to bring joy to people at their greatest chapters in life. https://www.joshkercher.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joshkercher/ https://www.amazon.com/Fireproof-Memoir-Life-Curtis-Duffy/dp/1639511350
EP06: Jonathan Villegas | The Lord of The Rings 16.03.2025 53:11
Meet Jonathan Villegas. Private Jeweler and owner of Casa Mina Jewelry in Downtown Chicago. Learn his rags to riches story from selling sneakers to building custom jewelry for Chicagoan's happiest times of their lives. Follow his journey below: https://www.casaminajewelry.net/ https://www.instagram.com/jonathanwolf.ceo/ https://www.instagram.com/casaminaofficial/
EP05: Dominic Irpino | Real Estate Broker and Philantropist 23.02.2025 55:44
Meet Dominic Irpino from Irpino Real Estate and Irpino Construction. Dominic built his businesses off serving others and the communities they live in. Follow Him Below: https://irpinorealestate.com/ https://www.instagram.com/irpinorealestate/
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