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In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, we have a special episode crossover with Blue Collar StartUp. Host Mike Nelson sits down with Jason and Stacy Spector to explore how growth mindset, resilience, and mindset coaching can transform students, athletes, and blue-collar workers alike. Tune in as they share personal stories from wrestling and education, practical strategies for leadership in the trades, and how mindset shifts can help businesses overcome hiring and training challenges.
Learn more about Jason and Stacy’s work with Catamount Consulting at catamountconsultingllc.com
00:00:00 Mike Nelson introduces podcast
00:00:20 Promotes Blue Collar Startup
00:00:42 Mentions previous Spector interview
00:00:52 Introduces Jason and Stacey
00:01:13 Recalls Novo Summit communication
00:01:32 Jason discusses Sweethearts and Heroes
00:02:18 Comments on Jason’s appearance
00:03:13 Jason shares bullying experience
00:04:30 Bullying’s lasting impact discussed
00:06:02 Jason’s current role overview
00:07:41 Mindset coaching role explained
00:09:58 Mindset coaching importance highlighted
00:11:56 Negative self-talk in athletes
00:13:18 Benefits of reset breaths
00:16:01 Mental health discussion shift
00:18:41 Wrestling and growth mindset
00:23:00 Three E’s for growth
00:30:14 Devin’s wrestling story begins
00:46:09 Reframing cold calls example
01:11:04 Closing and subscription call
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson chats with Ben Ward from ImmunoTek Plasma about the impact of plasma donation, raising community awareness, and bringing new opportunities to the Adirondack region. They discuss donor compensation, how the center contributes over $1 million back into the community, and more!
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Connect with ImmunoTek Plasma at www.immunotek.com or by calling (518) 480-2971.
00:00 Welcome & introducing Ben Ward from ImmunoTek Plasma
01:15 Ribbon cutting and connecting with the Chamber of Commerce
04:00 Ben’s journey from Tennessee to New York
06:00 How plasma donation works vs. blood donation
08:15 Donation frequency, compensation, and supplemental income
10:30 Health benefits and medical screening for donors
13:00 Eligibility, requirements, and the donation process
16:00 Hydration, nutrition, and how they affect plasma quality
18:20 What happens to plasma after it’s donated
20:00 Freezing, shipping, and fractionation plants
22:00 Local economic impact and over $1M in donor compensation
25:00 Business model: opening, operating, and selling centers
28:00 Community awareness and challenges of attracting donors
31:00 Hours, staffing, and growing operations
34:00 Donor experience and how long donations take
37:00 Managing staff and hiring challenges
40:00 Building community relationships through donors
44:00 Life in upstate New York vs. the South
46:00 The bigger mission: plasma donations saving lives
47:00 How to become a donor or apply for jobs at ImmunoTek Plasma
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson talks with astrologer Jane Fairchild from Woman in the Moon. Jane shares her journey from studying astrology at 13 to building a business that helps people reconnect with their authentic selves. She explains how birth charts work, what planetary cycles reveal, and how astrology can guide individuals, families, and even businesses.
Connect with Jane at astrologicalbirthcharts.com, call 518-641-2738, or email janeisoverthemoon@gmail.com
00:00 Welcome & guest introduction – Jane Fairchild
00:16 What astrology is & the meaning of a birth chart
02:33 Jane’s lifelong study of astrology
03:34 Sun, moon & planetary placements explained
05:29 Family dynamics and astrology
07:02 Venus, Mars & personality traits
08:57 Themes, cycles, and life lessons
11:27 Client story: powerful chart insights
13:00 Overcoming challenges in astrology
15:08 Saturn in the first house explained
18:06 Interpreting themes without fear
19:05 Planetary transits and cycles of life
20:22 Working with clients to interpret their charts
23:50 From mortgage advisor to professional astrologer
26:40 Transitioning into astrology full-time
28:18 Do birth charts ever change?
30:48 Transits vs. fixed charts
31:41 How to book a reading with Jane
34:30 One-on-one vs. group sessions
36:24 Astrology for team building in businesses
39:34 Where to find Jane online & wrap-up
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson chats with Casey Cornell and Mike Colvett from Cornell’s Auto Parts about growing a second-generation family business, supporting the community through fundraisers like breast cancer awareness, and navigating the challenges of the auto recycling industry. They also discuss company culture, car shows, and the future of vehicles in New York State.
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You can connect with Cornell’s Auto Parts at cornellsusedautoparts.com or on Facebook.
00:00 Welcome & final episode recording from Mike’s kitchen
01:15 Introducing Casey Cornell & Mike from Cornell’s Auto Parts
04:00 History of Cornell’s Auto Parts and Casey’s journey into the business
06:30 Implementing EOS and building strong company culture
10:20 Community involvement and breast cancer awareness fundraiser
13:00 Supporting multiple local charities throughout the year
15:30 Challenges of fundraising and lessons from past events
18:00 Annual car show, Folds of Honor, and weathering tough years
20:00 Behind the scenes of auto recycling and salvage operations
23:00 How vehicles are purchased, processed, and sold for parts
26:00 Scrap markets, byproducts, and environmental responsibility
30:00 Serving wholesale shops, repair centers, and local customers
33:00 Deliveries across NY, MA, and VT – and why no “U-Pull-It” option
36:00 Quality, warranties, and the customer experience
38:30 Engines, transmissions, and why maintenance matters
41:00 Challenges of doing business in New York State
44:00 Staffing, PTO, and evolving workplace expectations
46:30 Biggest lessons learned in 20+ years of business
50:00 Local businesses and community leaders making an impact
53:00 Greenfield events, Lions Club, and local pride
55:00 Where to find Cornell’s Auto Parts
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson welcomes back author and storyteller Jay Ingleston for an in-depth conversation about his new book Only So Many Times, the creative process behind self-publishing, and the personal stories of family, fatherhood, and resilience that inspire his writing. Jay also shares insights into his journey as a writer, his experiences with Kindle Direct Publishing, and how moments from everyday life have shaped his work and perspective.
You can listen to the Buying Local Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
You can find Jay Ingleston’s books on Amazon and connect with him on TikTok at @jayingleston.
00:00 – Welcome & introductions
02:30 – Jay’s journey into publishing with Kindle Direct Publishing
05:15 – Early podcasting struggles & lessons learned
07:30 – Jay’s upcoming wedding and life updates
10:00 – Inspiration behind Jay’s latest book Only So Many Times
13:20 – Family stories and life lessons from Jay’s grandfather
17:00 – Life on tugboats and canal adventures
20:10 – Reflections on big families and changing times
23:00 – How Jay began writing and his early influences
27:30 – The push to finally publish his first book
30:45 – Challenges of self-publishing and formatting
34:10 – Behind the cover design of Only So Many Times
36:00 – The meaning of fleeting moments with children
39:00 – Vulnerability in writing and overcoming imposter syndrome
41:15 – Jay’s TikTok presence and 59k+ followers
44:00 – Farming life: pigs, chickens, and turkeys
47:30 – Funny family moments caught on video
50:00 – Jay’s daughter, wrestling, and women in sports
52:30 – Where to find Jay’s books and Amazon rankings
55:00 – Upcoming projects, including Echoes in the Walls
57:00 – Reflections on creativity, goals, and legacy
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson sits down with Shawn Pepe and Stephen Tomb of Transworld Business Advisors of Albany. Tune in as they talk about how they help small business owners plan exits, protect legacies, and maximize value. They also dive into the “silver tsunami” of retiring owners, the importance of proper planning, and why confidentiality is critical in business sales.
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Connect with Shawn and Stephen at tworld.com/albany or search Transworld Business Advisors Albany on Facebook and Google.
0:00 Welcome and Guest Introductions
0:22 Stephen’s Background and Joining Transworld
1:42 Shawn’s Corporate Career and Shift into Brokerage
2:44 Respect for Small Business Owners and Exit Challenges
5:00 Why They Chose the Transworld Franchise
7:32 Advice for Owners Preparing to Exit
9:56 Mike’s Experience Selling a Business
11:31 The Reality of Running a Service Business
14:31 Benefits of the Franchise Model and Network Support
18:28 Signs It Might Be Time to Sell
20:00 Exit Strategy and Planning Ahead
22:34 Business Valuations and Seller Discretionary Earnings
25:00 Industry Averages and Valuation Methods
29:03 Broker Value vs. CPA Valuations
30:00 Handling Larger Businesses and Referrals
31:39 Industries in High Demand Right Now
34:13 Key Steps for Owners Preparing to Sell
36:42 Can You Sell a Business That’s Not Profitable?
38:49 Stephen’s Mount Rainier Expedition with His Sons
44:21 Where to Find Transworld Business Advisors Albany
45:00 Closing Remarks and Call for Reviews
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson sits down with Paul Graver, owner of EXSETIS Consulting, to discuss how strong processes can eliminate chaos, empower employees, and help businesses scale. Paul also shares stories from his 30+ years in manufacturing and his family venture, The Grill Pantry, where he turned a homemade wing sauce into a shelf-stable business.
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Connect with Paul at exsetis.com and explore his sauces at thegrillpantry.com.
0:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
0:04 Paul’s Background and EXSETIS Consulting
0:52 Why Process Matters for Small Businesses
1:55 Chaos Without Documented Processes
4:21 Training, Turnover, and “Hey Mike Syndrome”
6:47 Mapping Out Processes with Real-World Scenarios
11:19 Building Processes That Scale
12:00 Lessons from the Paper Industry
16:07 Technology, AI, and Process Improvement
20:07 Starting Simple Without Getting Overwhelmed
22:10 Keeping Processes Useful, Not “Word Salad”
24:39 Flexibility, Innovation, and Company Personality
26:33 Leadership, Training, and Sales Challenges
29:19 Tracking, Measuring, and Growing with KPIs
32:04 Service vs. Product KPIs and Cost Management
33:29 Keeping Processes Clear and Actionable
35:00 AI’s Impact on Small Business Operations
35:54 Launching The Grill Pantry and Barbecue Sauce Story
41:22 FDA Rules, Commercial Kitchens, and Scaling Production
47:40 Family Involvement, Flavors, and Local Sales
53:00 Where to Find the Sauces and Consulting Clients
56:06 Closing Thoughts and Call for Reviews
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson is joined by Barry Potoker and Lisa Licata to discuss the 2025 Saratoga Showcase of Homes. They explore the event’s 29-year history, its role in showcasing new homes and builders in Saratoga County, its significant contributions to local charities, and more!
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Connect with the Saratoga Showcase of Homes at saratogashowcaseofhomes.com for more information and ticket details.
0:00 Welcome and Guest Introductions
0:28 Introduction to Barry Potoker and His Role
1:04 Introduction to Lisa Licata and Her Role
1:30 Overview of the Saratoga Showcase of Homes
2:09 Lisa’s Brief Hiatus and Return to the Showcase
2:51 Why the Showcase is Rewarding for Organizers
3:18 What is the Saratoga Showcase of Homes?
4:45 How Tickets Work and Where to Purchase
5:53 Voting Process and Home Categories
7:08 Increase in Home Locations This Year
8:04 Builders’ Motivations and Community Impact
9:59 Preparation and Pressure for Builders
13:02 Objectives: Showcasing Builders and Raising Funds
20:29 Charitable Beneficiaries and Their Involvement
27:06 Dates and Builders for the 2025 Showcase
29:25 Judging Process and Objectivity Measures
32:31 Realtor Tour and Networking Opportunities
34:03 Awards Night Celebration Details
35:04 Past Showcase Events and Community Engagement
36:11 Website, Ticket Information, and Closing Remarks
38:36 Venue History and Podcast Wrap-Up
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson talks with Tim Suprise, longtime entrepreneur, brewery founder, and employer engagement leader at SUNY Adirondack. Tune in as they discuss his journey from Army ROTC and law enforcement to launching Arcadia Brewing Company, creative ways to raise capital, the importance of trades education, and how pig roasts and British ales built lasting community connections.
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Connect with Tim on LinkedIn or send him an email today at tcsuprise@gmail.com.
00:00 Intro and mission behind the Buying Local Podcast
01:07 Tim’s take on offering an alternative to mindless scrolling
02:12 Why small business is the purest path to freedom
03:40 How job security has changed over generations
05:11 The moral imperative of acquiring new skills
06:38 Tim’s return to college at age 65
08:52 AI’s impact on jobs and opportunity in the trades
09:20 The trades shortage and SUNY Adirondack’s role
12:25 SUNY Adirondack’s agricultural program and opportunities
13:56 Regulatory barriers for small farms and producers
17:13 Positive legislative changes for brewers in New York
18:32 Tim’s Army ROTC and Ranger School experience
23:40 Lessons from military training and teamwork
24:47 Tim’s career in law enforcement and politics in hiring
25:50 Transition from policing to professional football and corporate work
31:11 Entering the craft beer business in the mid-1990s
33:12 Raising capital through a Michigan-only stock offering
38:52 Plan B: securing loans and winning investor support
43:08 The power of belief and selling an idea before it exists
46:44 The hidden challenges of entrepreneurship
48:18 How industry changes and staffing shortages impact small business
49:17 Returning to New York to care for family
52:27 Joining SUNY Adirondack and reflecting on its community role
54:33 Looking ahead to the next chapter
56:21 Brewers grain, pigs, and creating a legendary BBQ event
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson sits down with Arthur Kraamwinkel, a poultry farmer from Hepatica Farm in Greenwich, NY. They dive into the challenges and rewards of regenerative farming, the economics of pastured poultry, Arthur’s vision for a diversified, sustainable farm operation, and more!
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Learn more about Arthur and Hepatika Farm at www.hepaticafarm.com.
00:00 Intro and Arthur’s introduction as a poultry farmer
00:37 Why poultry? Short investment-to-return cycle
01:36 Vision for a multi-species grazing operation
02:19 Starting with pastured poultry to restore soil
02:57 Benefits of Katahdin sheep for parasite resistance
03:50 Economics of pigs, sheep, and beef compared
04:25 Using organic feed and chicken manure as fertilizer
06:30 Scaling up to 6,000 birds annually
07:32 Challenges with Salatin-style chicken tractors
08:12 Arthur’s custom-built chicken schooners
09:10 Using silage plastic for better shade and ventilation
10:00 Adapting to extreme weather challenges
11:06 Plans for a water system to reduce labor
12:46 Joe Salatin’s influence and regenerative ag principles
14:51 Health benefits of pastured poultry vs. barn-raised
25:00 Organic certification requirements explained
30:00 Arthur’s commitment to honest, healthy food
52:36 Where to find Hepatica Farm’s products
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson talks with Brian Stidd, CPA and founder of Stidd CPA in Glens Falls, NY. Tune in as they discuss the most common mistakes small business owners make with taxes, what’s actually in the “Big Beautiful Bill,” how to track profitability in your business, and much more!
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Learn more about Brian and his firm at stiddcpa.com.
00:00 Intro and location at Brian’s Glens Falls office
02:18 Brian’s background and career path
03:26 Types of clients and small business focus
04:50 Fixing bad tax returns and CPA quality
06:29 Are IRS audits still happening?
08:53 AI’s role in accounting and new tools
12:15 Email overload and time management struggles
14:02 Common tax mistakes small business owners make
17:34 When (and when not) to become an S Corp
20:00 Adding partners and structuring ownership
21:40 Will the IRS or income tax go away?
24:00 Do financially minded owners perform better?
26:11 Tax changes: tips, Social Security, and more
27:27 The real details of “no tax on overtime”
29:35 Updates to 2017 tax cuts and QBI
31:16 Self-employment tax and S Corp savings
33:34 Challenges of doing business in NY State
35:33 SALT deduction increase and local impact
41:07 How to track profitability and simplify QuickBooks
46:00 Weekly reporting, dashboards, and metrics
48:05 Top advice: call your accountant before big moves
In this episode of Buying Local, host Mike Nelson sits down with entrepreneur and EOS implementer Dave Borland to talk about the real challenges business owners face when scaling their companies. From early failures and marketing mergers to the power of systems like EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), Dave shares hard-earned insights from over a decade of helping teams grow with clarity and purpose. Whether you’re struggling with structure, scaling too fast, or just feeling stuck, this episode delivers candid advice on building strong leadership teams, gaining traction, and knowing when to get help. If you’ve ever felt “unemployable” or overwhelmed as a business owner, this one’s for you.
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Learn more about Dave and Grow Exceptional at growexceptional.com. Contact him at dave.borland@eosworldwide.com to implement EOS, strengthen your leadership team, or get your business back on track.
00:00 Introduction & Local Business Background
01:30 Early Entrepreneurial Struggles
04:00 Transition from Web Design to Strategy Agency
06:00 Navigating Rapid Change in Marketing & AI
08:30 Discovering EOS and Turning Around a Business
11:00 Starting as an EOS Implementer
13:30 Lessons from Working with Small Town Manufacturers
16:00 What an EOS Implementer Actually Does
18:00 Ideal Company Size & Team Structure
20:00 Building Out a Leadership Team
22:00 Marketing vs. Sales: Clarity in Roles
24:30 Common Entrepreneurial Struggles & Patterns
26:30 Process, Documentation & Building Systems
28:30 Organizational Checkup & Getting Started with EOS
30:30 90-Minute Meeting & Help First Philosophy
32:30 Self-Implementing EOS vs. Hiring a Coach
34:30 Typical EOS Implementation Timeline & Process
36:30 Why Some Clients Never “Graduate”
38:30 The Value of Coaching & External Perspective40:30 Outcomes: Shared Vision, Right People, Healthy Teams42:30 Final Thoughts on Growth, Leadership & Systems
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson talks with Katy Margison, founder of Athena Nutrition. Tune in as they discuss her journey from CrossFit to weightlifting, her battle with addiction and path to sobriety, how she’s helping women achieve sustainable health through nutrition coaching, and much more!
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Learn more about Katy and Athena Nutrition at athena-nutrition.com. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @thesoberweightlifter or on Facebook at Athena Nutrition and Katy Margison for nutrition tips, sobriety insights, and more.
00:00 Introduction and catching up
00:41 Discussing old CrossFit days and Dirk Boone
01:54 Katy’s sassy personality and authenticity
02:48 Coaching philosophy and accountability
03:19 Katy’s fitness journey starting in 2012
05:00 Transition to Olympic weightlifting and interest in Hyrox
06:29 Importance of fitness for mental health
07:08 Benefits of early morning workouts
08:54 Cortisol management and recovery
09:37 Launching Athena Nutrition
11:47 Growing the business with a coach from Dubai
14:24 Katy’s sobriety journey and overcoming addiction
20:28 Navigating friendships in sobriety
23:41 Challenges of early sobriety
27:30 Impact of sobriety on clarity and relationships
33:39 Nutrition coaching approach and breaking diet myths
40:00 Supporting GLP-1 use and balanced eating
43:12 Addressing women’s fears about strength training
46:18 Filtering fitness misinformation
50:36 Future goals for Athena Nutrition
53:13 Exploring the sobriety niche in coaching
56:26 Trends in declining alcohol consumption
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson talks with Bill Teator, Executive Director of the Campaign for Saratoga 250. They discuss the legacy of the Battle of Saratoga, how it shaped world history, and what’s planned for the 250th anniversary including graphic novels, living history events, and augmented reality experiences.
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Learn more at saratoga250.com and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube for videos, event updates, and more.
00:00 Introduction
01:22 Bill Teator introduces himself and Saratoga 250’s mission
03:20 The vision behind the 250th commemoration
04:58 The global significance of the Battle of Saratoga
07:52 Why Saratoga changed world history
09:36 Diversity in the ranks during the Revolution
12:21 The Baroness’s firsthand war account
13:58 Telling all sides of Revolutionary history
14:51 “Overhearing History” – a graphic novel for kids
16:25 Distributing the book locally and regionally
21:26 The need for youth-focused history content
22:07 Public-private partnerships driving the mission
30:01 Connecting history to today’s civic challenges
34:43 The Constitution as a timeless framework
39:57 Bill’s path from DC to Saratoga
47:06 Returning to upstate roots and community focus
50:42 Balancing impact and entrepreneurship
58:37 Augmented reality and historical tourism
1:06:12 The Knox Cannon Relay and student involvement
1:10:33 How to learn more and get involved
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson talks with Susan Sikule and Missy Filarecki from Just Cats Veterinary Clinic. Tune in as they discuss their feline-only veterinary practice, the inspiration behind starting Just Cats, major changes in vet care over the past 30 years, and more!
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Connect with Just Cats at justcatsvet.com or visit them in Guilderland or their new Mechanicville location opening August 4.
0:00 Welcome and Guest Introductions
0:25 Meet Susan Sikule and the Origins of Just Cats
1:23 Meet Missy Filarecki and Her Role at Just Cats
2:21 The Clinic Cat Walter and His Story
3:14 Susan’s Journey into Veterinary Medicine
5:12 Why Just Cats and Feline-Only Care
6:50 Full Services Offered and What Sets Them Apart
7:44 Advances in Veterinary Medicine and Tech
8:48 Why They're Excited for the Mechanicville Location
10:41 Benefits of the New Space and Client Convenience
12:22 Why the Vet Shortage Exists
13:39 Rise in Cat Ownership and Pet Care Awareness
15:13 Transitioning from Saratoga to Mechanicville
17:13 What’s Next for Just Cats
18:32 Final Thoughts and Closing
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, your host Mike Nelson sits down with Janice Durant, Chief Franchise Matchmaker at New Trails Business Consultants. Tune in as they discuss franchise matchmaking, the real cost and mindset behind starting a franchise, how the trades are opening new doors for entrepreneurs, and more!
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Connect with Janice at newtrailsbusiness.com or on LinkedIn.
0:00 Welcome and Host Introduction
0:14 Meet Janice Durant
1:07 What Franchise Matchmaking Is
3:16 Helping Businesses Franchise
6:02 Franchise Rules and Costs
7:34 Who Succeeds in Franchising
10:10 Janice’s Sales Journey
13:23 Starting New Trails
15:49 Overcoming Fear and Doubt
17:22 Startup Costs and Financing
20:22 Backyard Eggs and Perspective
21:12 The Franchise Discovery Process
23:35 Hot Franchise Trends
26:21 Scaling Without Doing the Work
27:16 Home Services and Trades
30:01 Learn While You Earn
32:11 Franchise vs. License
34:03 Success Rates and Resources
35:38 Closing Thoughts and Thank You
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, your host Mike Nelson sits down with Zach Cutler, owner of Fierro’s Pizzeria. Tune in as they discuss turning a local pizza shop into a growing business, how Zach’s wood-fired pizza trailer became a catering hit, the importance of being embedded in your community, and more!
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Find Fierro’s Pizzeria at fierrospizza.com for their full menu, catering details, and online ordering, or connect with them on Facebook and Instagram.
0:00 Welcome and Host Introduction
1:09 Meet Zach Cutler – From Culinary Graduate to Pizzeria Owner
2:07 The Unexpected Purchase of Fierro’s
3:16 Pizza R&D and the Infamous Taco Pizza
4:06 Transitioning Ownership and Honoring Tradition
5:15 Community Reactions and Smart Menu Changes
7:24 Letting Customer Feedback Drive the Menu
8:44 Delivery Services and Expanding Reach
10:00 Catering: From Pans to Full-Scale Offsite Events
13:40 Balancing a Full-Time Job and Multiple Ventures
17:27 The Birth of the Wood-Fired Pizza Trailer
20:00 Dough Fermentation and Flavor Development
22:47 Weddings, Birthdays & Beyond – Events with the Pizza Trailer
24:55 Breakfast Pizza and Late-Night Slices
26:04 How to Connect with Fierro’s Pizzeria
This is a crossover episode with our sister show, Blue Collar Startup. In this episode of Buying Local, host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media sits down with Terry Hubbard of Peak Environmental. Tune in as they discuss the innovative use of robotic mowers (mobots) in landscaping, the shift toward eco-friendly practices, challenges in the landscape industry, and the importance of sustainable business strategies.
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Find Peak Environmental at peakec.com for contact details, project galleries, and eco-friendly service information, or connect with them on Facebook and Instagram for updates on their innovative landscaping solutions.
0:00 Welcome and Host Introduction
1:00 Terry Hubbard Introduction
2:28 Overview of Peak Environmental’s Services
3:56 Landscape Industry Innovation
5:34 Introduction to Mobots (Robotic Mowers)
6:57 Mobots in Action at Fenway Park
8:23 Shift to Eco-Friendly Practices
10:00 Organic and Pesticide-Free Lawn Care
12:08 Challenges with Traditional Lawn Maintenance
14:22 Transition to Electric Equipment
16:45 Mobot Operations and Homeowner Benefits
19:52 Industry Trends and Automation
23:26 Terry’s Strategy for Business Innovation
26:33 Peer Group Accountability
44:23 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
In this episode of Buying Local, host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media sits down with the team from Greenwood Hoff Wealth Management, including Matt Greenwood, Lorissa Hoff, and Dana Cafaro. Tune in as they discuss their client-focused approach to financial planning, navigating volatile market conditions, the importance of personalized financial strategies, and their commitment to community involvement.
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Find Greenwood Hoff Wealth Management at greenwoodhoff.com for contact details, booking appointments, and educational resources, or connect with them on Facebook to explore their community involvement.
0:00 Welcome and Host Introduction
0:24 Matt Greenwood Introduction
0:31 Lorissa Hoff Introduction
0:35 Dana Cafaro Introduction
1:09 Matt’s Role and Experience
1:49 Lorissa’s Role as Financial Advisor
2:17 Dana’s Role as Operations Coordinator
3:15 Approach to Client Meetings at Home
4:39 Benefits of Meeting Clients at Home
6:31 Matt’s Journey into Financial Advising
8:14 Lorissa’s Path to Becoming a Financial Advisor
9:35 Dana’s Career Start with Matt
11:29 Why Lorissa Stays with the Team
12:45 Dana’s Perspective on Team Dynamics
15:01 Matt’s Approach to Team Management
16:47 Client Retention and Relationships
21:47 Remote Work and Technology in Financial Planning
25:35 Navigating Market Volatility with Client Plans
31:43 Addressing New Trends like Crypto
37:17 Typical Clients and Generational Planning
42:28 Why Work with Greenwood Hoff Wealth Management
45:14 How to Contact Greenwood Hoff Wealth Management
46:43 Community Involvement and Closing Remarks
In this episode of the Buying Local podcast, your host Mike Nelson interviews Jake Revers of the Revers Agency at Rolling Bones Outdoors. Listen in as they explore Jake’s journey from local hunting in upstate New York to developing a nationwide strategy for hunting adventures, his experiences in Montana, and how his agency helps clients plan and execute dream hunts using proprietary software and vetted outfitters.
Find the Buying Local Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Rumble.
Follow Jake on Facebook @RBOTheReversAgency and visit his website at revers.rollingbonesoutfitters.com for more on hunting adventures and booking services.
0:00 Introducing Jake Revers
0:14 Discussing the Revers Agency at Rolling Bones Outdoors
1:24 Jake’s learning lessons and growth
1:49 Overview of the Revers Agency services
3:30 Jake’s passion for the outdoors
5:00 Franchise model and adventure hubs
6:02 Differences in hunting environments
7:57 Firearm setups for hunting
9:03 Challenges of elk hunting
11:45 In-field hunting challenges and lessons
14:54 Planning a hunt in the Adirondacks
16:37 Jake’s turkey hunting experience
18:42 How Jake got involved with Rolling Bones Outdoors
21:41 Learning from hunting experiences
24:24 Explaining the point system for hunting tags
30:42 Strategies for maximizing hunting opportunities
34:29 Budget-friendly hunting options
39:23 Jake’s craziest hunting stories
47:08 How to contact Jake and learn more about Rolling Bones Outdoors
49:49 The vision for adventure hubs
In this of the Buying Local podcast, your host Mike Nelson interviews Katie Tansey, an entrepreneur and nutrition coach, about her journey from corporate HR to Ironman races and founding Savage Sundays. Listen in as they explore her endurance athletic experiences and the community-driven, scalable fitness initiative promoting type-two fun.
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Follow Katie on Instagram @katietanz and visit her website at katietansey.com for more on nutrition coaching and Savage Sundays.
0:00 Introducing Katie Tansey
0:09 Discusses multifaceted career
1:30 Post-COVID career pivot
2:45 Losing social connections
4:27 Social media limitations
5:31 2024 wellness goals
6:45 Savage Sundays origins
8:33 Ironman athletic background
9:27 Triathlon journey begins
11:45 Overcoming swim panic
13:28 Ironman training commitment
17:44 Marathon des Sables
30:27 Defining Savage Sundays
34:38 Community fitness benefits
47:35 Farmer’s carry workout
In this episode of Buying Local, host Mike Nelson interviews Don Walton from Elite Fighting Promotions. Tune in as they discuss the challenges of organizing fair fight matchups, the rise of martial arts locally, the logistics of running a successful fight promotion, and more!
00:00 Welcoming Don Walton
00:31 Don’s Recent Activities and Trip to Maryland
02:44 Mike’s First Muay Thai Class
05:00 Elite Fighting Promotions Event Overview
05:41 Venue Capacity and Sold-Out Shows
07:19 Adel Lolich vs. Nick Johnson
09:04 Challenges of Hosting a Professional Muay Thai Fight
10:00 Don’s Commitment to Local Fighter Opportunities
11:57 Logan San Maria vs. Kenny Mosso
12:44 The Art of Fair Matchmaking
15:07 The Rise of Martial Arts in the Local Area
17:37 Managing a 17-Fight Card
18:55 Ensuring Fighter Safety and Medical Requirements
29:12 The Electric Atmosphere of Live Fights
51:21 Upcoming Event Details
In this new episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson sits down with Megan Harris-Pero of Harris-Pero Law Firm. Tune in as they discuss keeping up with changes in the law, helping farmers plan the future of their assets, why this job can't be replaced by robots, and much more!
0:06 Introducing Megan Harris-Pero
0:48 Megan’s Background
2:31 A Large Scope for a Small Company
3:52 Starting the Firm and Growth Opportunities
4:52 10 Year Milestone
6:20 Familial Support
7:33 A Never Ending Job
9:45 Staying on Top of the Workload
12:59 Preparing for College with a Healthcare Proxy and Power of Attorney
17:38 Planning for Farmers’ Future
25:45 Recommending Resources
30:40 Farmers are Long Term Planners
32:56 Stick to a Process
34:03 People are not Robots
35:42 Have Documents in Place ASAP
38:55 What Happens if You Don’t Have a Plan in Place?
41:40 Support Local Agriculture
43:36 Where to Find Megan
44:44 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media sits down with Phil Vacchio, senior elder law attorney at Herzog Law Firm. Tune in as they discuss the importance of setting up a will, power of attorney, and healthcare proxy early, how to future-proof your estate planning documents, building a career in the legal industry, and much more!
0:21 Introducing Phil Vacchio
0:48 What does Herzog Law do?
1:52 Phil’s Court Exposure
4:23 Misconceptions about Estate Planning
5:52 Expansion throughout New York & Phil’s Background
8:35 Rotating Offices
10:03 Working your Way Up from Associate
11:30 Work Ethic
15:45 Setting up a Power of Attorney & Healthcare Proxy for Young Adults
21:44 Futureproof your Documents
25:48 The Right to “Gift”
29:20 A Real Life Example about Not Having a Power of Attorney
33:10 Legal Loopholes
34:39 Advanced Planning vs Crisis Planning
36:40 Overarching Aspects of Estate Planning
39:10 What Happens to Your House with No Planning?
40:46 Preparing your Company for Disaster
44:31 A Real Life Example of Someone who has No Family
48:08 Where to Find Phil and Herzog Law?
49:21 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson interviews Jess Keller, owner of the recently opened Light & Lens Studios. Tune in as they discuss the unique process of developing film, starting a business while already working a full time job, using clubs to get people in the door, and much more!
0:41 Introducing Jess Keller
1:28 Masters in Social Work
3:22 The Lack of Public Darkrooms
4:59 The Unique Process of Developing Film
6:53 Starting a Business with a Full Time Job
8:33 Coming up with the Space
10:18 Bringing on Local Photographers as Independent Contractors
12:00 Supportive Organizations
12:40 Minoring in Business
14:30 The Grand Opening
15:08 Biggest Challenges
17:54 Connecting at Networking Events
20:30 A Community That's Willing to Help
21:08 Uplifting Fellow Artists
23:00 Arts Festivals
23:58 Recreational Shooting & Photo Club
26:11 Jess’ Favorite Photographer
28:02 How to get Involved in Photo Club
30:10 Sharing your Photos
32:50 Making Photography Accessible
34:30 Jess’ Primary Cameras
37:10 Expanding Light & Lens
39:33 Walking through the Darkroom
40:04 Where to Find Jess?
45:04 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Mike Colvett, general manager of Cornell’s Auto Parts. Tune in to listen to them discuss salvage yards then and now, the upcoming car show Cornell’s will be hosting, and more!
00:08 Introducing Mike
2:45 Exchanging Parts
4:02 A Cleanliness Standard
5:21 Salvage Yards Today vs 20 Years Ago
7:19 Inventory Software
8:24 Part Testing
8:57 Warranties
10:29 Recycling & Sustainability
11:39 Cornell’s Auto Parts Annual Car Show
16:30 Event Coordination
17:20 What is a Car Show?
17:56 Becoming a Car Guy
18:44 What Kinds of Cars Will be at the Show?
19:22 Mike’s Favorite Car
20:59 Selection Process for Awards
21:50 Learn More About Cornell’s
23:14 Closing Thoughts
In this new episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson interviews Jacque Ecuyer, founder of the 4s4life Foundation and host of Operation Give Back. Tune in as they discuss the importance of mental health, raising money for local veterans, creating memorable moments at events and much more!
Want to donate to Operation Give back or help out in any way? Hop into Slickfin Brewing Company or reach out to Jacque at operationgiveback.us.
0:22 Introducing Jacque Ecuyer
0:37 Happy Birthday Jacque
3:32 Community Involvement
5:24 Military Appreciation
8:36 Operation Give Back
11:33 The Draw for Local Events
13:10 Music Lineup
15:58 Actually being a Not-for Profit
17:05 Adirondack PEER TO PEER
18:56 4s4life
22:05 Event Planning Challenges
26:55 Burn Out and Having a Full Time Job
29:30 Saying Thank You and Giving Back
31:56 Bringing Everyone Together
34:14 Positivity Takes Work
35:36 When is the Event?
38:19 Everyone Dollar Helps/Where to Donate
41:26 1500-2000 People Last Year
42:14 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson interviews Stephen Zabala, owner of Greenfork and host of the upcoming Food for Thought podcast. Tune in as they discuss nutrition as a balance of everything you’re consuming, nutrient-rich foods and how to identify them, personalized vitamins and supplements, and much more!
0:10 75 Hard
1:00 Dry 2025
4:07 Introducing Stephen and Greenfork
5:12 Katie Story
6:26 What is 75 Hard?
10:07 Learning about your Body
12:10 Sustainable Grazing for Livestock
13:19 Local Farms vs the Grocery Store
14:55 Losing Dairy Farms and Meat Processing
19:14 Current Egg Prices
21:00 Nutrient Density
23:33 Artificial Nutrients
24:58 What is Greenfork?
27:34 How Food Makes you Feel
32:11 Finding the Facts
33:55 Personalized Nutritional Biology
37:12 Bloodwork Panels
40:00 Longevity in Health
41:37 Methanation
43:43 How do People get their Meals?
44:45 Drop Points for Employees
46:00 Seed Oils
46:40 The Scale of Processed Foods
50:03 The Food for Thought Podcast
51:24 Nutrition is Everything you’re Consuming
54:11 Being Financially Stable
57:17 Where to Find Stephen and Greenfork?
58:28 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Philip Casabona, executive director at LARAC. Tune in to hear them discuss supporting and uplifting the local artist community, curating events, obtaining funding for a non-profit, and much more!
0:08 Introducing Philip Casabona?
0:58 What is LARAC
2:12 Phil’s Role at LARAC
3:08 Scissors on the Business Card
4:22 What’s New this Year?
6:10 160-170 Artists, Food Trucks, and Non-Profits
7:14 Make Ideas Tangible
8:24 Driving Traffic
12:30 Change in Downtown Glens Falls
14:38 Vendors: What to Expect?
16:16 Cerrone Commercial
16:41 Most Unique Works
18:13 Zonta vs LARAC Festival
20:42 Events and Shows Outside of the Festival
22:02 Curating a Gallery
24:39 The Human Behind the Art & Realistic Pricing
25:46 Not Everyone can Afford Art
27:30 Funding Breakdown
29:37 Operating Capital
32:35 The Stresses of Being Small Business Owners
35:55 Federal Funding & Grants
39:04 The Current Shows at LARAC
41:35 Where to find LARAC?
43:06 Outro
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Tandi Orluk, mental health therapist at Set Free Counseling. Join in on the conversation as they discuss helping the homeless veteran population, using EMDR to help treat trauma, different attachment styles, and much more!
0:07 Introducing Tandi Orluk
2:07 Tandi’s Background
4:03 Working with DID Patients
5:00 Homeless Veterans
8:58 “Functional Zero”
11:23 Moving to New York
16:58 Building a Business from Scratch
25:47 Treatment for Trauma
32:06 Tapping
34:18 Everything goes Back to Childhood
41:03 Programs and Where they Come From
43:33 How to Reach Tandi
46:03 Being Terrified of Cats and EMDR
52:00 Where to find Tandi
52:26 Social Media is not Real Life
53:51 Closing Thoughts and Thanking Sponsors
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Annie Newman, local saleswoman and advocate for hydrogen water. Tune in as they discuss high end water distribution, paying attention to what’s in the water you drink, forming connections through business endeavors, and much more!
0:10 Introducing Annie Newman
1:14 Savage Sundays
6:41 Annie’s Background
8:50 Getting into Hydrogen Water
10:40 What’s in your Water?
12:22 Gary Brecka and Medical Grade Hydrogen Water
14:50 The Benefits
16:06 Mitochondria
18:55 Constantly Drinking Hydrogen Water
20:46 Water Treatment for Wells
21:35 Glass vs Plastic
23:00 Watching the Hydrogen Dissolve
24:55 Testing the Oxidation Production Potential
25:56 Taste Test
28:53 Changing the pH
30:30 Fruits and Veggies
32:55 The Farming Industry
36:00 Joel Salatin
39:14 How does the Machine Work?
45:38 Shelf Life
46:45 Muscle Recovery
47:56 Connections and Health Benefits
53:12 Talking to Someone who knows Nothing
54:26 Where to find Annie?
56:50 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Stephen Ferraro and Charles Amodio of FAZ Forensics. Tune in as they discuss getting the right people in the right seats, the scope of some of the cases they’ve worked on, upholding core company values, and much more!
0:18 Introducing Stephen Ferraro & Charles Amodio
5:55 Bird Flu
6:51 Getting Involved with Farm Loss
9:17 A Stray Voltage Case
10:54 Main Areas of Work
11:40 An Overview of the Process
14:30 The Craziest Cases They’ve Had
18:01 Internal vs External Growth
19:43 Evolving Processes
22:00 Right People in the Right Seats
23:23 Company Culture and Core Values
24:43 EOS System
29:25 Challenging Parts of Scaling a Business
34:30 Connecting the Team from Hours Away
37:18 Integrating Technology
38:04 Like-minded People in Leadership and Opportunity
40:40 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Mayor of Glens Falls, Bill Collins. Tune in as they discuss small business grants, workforce development, future projects in downtown Glens Falls, growing special events, and much more!
0:11 Introducing Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins
5:13 Economic Growth in the Glens Falls Business Community
11:53 The Future of South Street
13:33 Ribbon Cutting Details
14:30 Small Business Grants
18:52 Future Projects in Downtown Glens Falls
20:49 Housing with No Vacancy
23:40 Workforce Development
26:44 Infrastructure is the Health and Longevity of the City
28:48 Local Transportation
31:30 26 Thriving Restaurants
32:48 Boosting Tourism and Hospitality
34:10 Growing Special Events
37:34 Vision for the Future
41:27 Addressing Parking Concerns
45:50 Closing Remarks
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Chuck and Sara Curtiss, owners of Willow-Marsh Farm. Tune in as they discuss raw vs pasteurized milk, what happens when you have a listeria scare, the importance of teaching agriculture in schools and much more!
0:05 Introducing Sara and Chuck
0:58 Raw Milk vs Pasteurized Milk
5:15 Feeding the Cows
6:06 How Much Milk in a Day?
7:46 Listeria Inspections
11:55 Milk Sampling
13:18 The Cow Milking Process
16:30 12 Hour Days
17:00 The Equipment
18:56 From Tank to Bottle
20:44 Scaling the Farm
23:00 Price Fixing
23:29 “Pet Food Grade”
24:50 Selling from the Farm vs the Grocery Store
28:50 Agriculture in the Classroom
32:33 Where does Milk come from?
36:01 The Listeria Scare
38:15 Cows don’t have to be Pregnant to be Milked
42:13 Timing Dairy Farming
43:44 The Farm Store
50:04 Where to Find Sara and Chuck
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Travis Solimanto, owner of Mr. T’s Total Home Care. Listen in as they dive into the differences between a handyman and a general contractor, the rewarding nature of being a caregiver, property management stories, and much more!
Connect with Travis by emailing him at mrtstotalhomecare@gmail.com, give him a call at (518) 605-0743, or find him on Thumbtack!
0:05 First Timers
0:20 The Podcast Premise
1:30 Introducing Travis Solimanto
2:25 Welcoming a New Community Partner
3:38 Travis’ Background
8:29 Long Weeks becoming Normalized
9:50 How to Juggle 2 Full Time Positions?
14:22 Blue Collar Workforce
16:55 Michael’s Property Management Company
19:30 Handling a Passion becoming a Job
20:29 Thanking Community Partners
21:06 Continuing Handling a Passion becoming a Job
22:26 Everything is so Expensive
24:18 Reflection and Landlord Stories
31:49 The Future of Mr. T’s
34:44 The Types of Things Travis Does
36:16 Being a Handyman vs a Contracter
38:40 Where to find Travis
40:12 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Karen Carey, life and success coach and owner of Ruby Red Road. Join the conversation as they dive into the power of manifestation, the unique experience of being a life coach while continuing to work with one, the importance of revisiting your past without getting stuck there, and much more!
In this episode of Buying Local, our host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Chris Leuzinger, owner of Nourishing Minds Tutoring and Chief at Wilton Fire Department. Tune in to hear them discuss diving into entrepreneurship without a backup plan, building a strong team to drive a company's success, the power of investing in yourself for career growth, and much more!
In this episode of Buying Local, host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews local health and fitness coach Mike Kurkowski. Tune in to hear them discuss how physical training can impact all aspects of life, how to be proactive, why Mike focuses on kettlebells, and more.
Listen to Inspire Saratoga & Strength Connection here: https://www.youtube.com/@strengthconnection/videos
0:13 Introducing Mike Kurkowski
0:48 How Mike and Mike met
5:53 Physical Training Recruitment
8:03 Mobility vs Genetics
11:45 The Advanced-Beginner Phase
15:34 Evolutions and the Focus on Kettlebells
22:08 COVID’s impact
28:03 Scouting the Defense
29:39 Be Proactive
33:37 Everyone is Perfect Tomorrow… Right?
39:47 Kettlebells and your Body
45:21 Shorter or Longer Workouts
48:00 The Four Pillars of Mastery
50:55 A System of Success
53:32 All Facets of Life can get Stronger
1:01:12 Mike’s Podcasts
1:06:22 Short Form vs Long Form Communications
1:11:24 Closing Thoughts
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews local poetry author Jason (Jay) Ingleston. Tune in to hear the two discuss Jay’s newest book, the book publishing industry, imposter syndrome, and more!
0:08 Introducing Jason (Jay) Ingleston
1:16 Jay’s new book
2:15 Elite Fighting Promotions
2:33 Jay Ingleston and his books
8:04 Book Publishing
14:17 Lend a helping hand excerpt
15:55 Some people don’t want to be fixed
17:45 Writing is catharsis
21:02 Daily affirmations
22:19 What’s the intention?24:55 Never about money
27:20 Why poetry?
29:09 Imposter syndrome
37:53 Back in the day…
41:16 The cannabis issue
48:00 Flubberbusters stories
50:45 Where to find Jay’s books
In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Bill Tansey, Chief Operating Officer of OpEx Shop. The Operational Excellence Shop is all about helping people get the most out of their business. Join Mike and Bill as they delve into formative childhood experiences that have influenced their professional journeys, explore the dynamics of online versus in-person work environments, and much more.
Michael Nelson and Katherine Kressner interview George and Fawn from Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. Discussion focuses on the change in H4H model, challenges they see in fund raising and more.
In Season 3 Episode 5 of Buying Local our host, Michael Nelson, sits down with Don Walton and Jay Ingleston from Elite Fighting Promotions to talk about their upcoming Fight Fest in Saratoga Springs. They chat about Don’s recent trip to Thailand with one of his students who is absolutely dominating his age group, local fighting and jiu jitsu, and of course the upcoming event at Saratoga Springs City Center on November 1st. Jay also drops a big news bomb on some things coming up in February! CHECK IT OUT!!
Learn more by going to https://www.elitefightingpromotions.com/.
Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media is on location at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Saratoga as they prepare to open their doors. He interviews Brazilion Jiu Jitsu Professors James and Jesse Bruchac about what is in store for the new location as well as some of their past experiences on and off the mats.
In this Episode Mike Nelson from Five Towers Media interviews Katie Tansey about her successful company HR Resolved and her passion for nutrition coaching, fitness, and helping people be the best version of themselves.
In this episode Michael Nelson from Five Towers Media interviews Ron Richards from R.A.S.P. Controls. They talk about Ron's experience launching and growing his business, Triathlons, and more.
Mike Nelson from Five Towers Media kicks off season 3 by interviewing Saratoga Dry Age Cuts. A really interesting growth story about a business that starts off as a hobby in a garage and grows into a successful storefront with over 12 employees.
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Jay Ingleston and Don "The Soldier's Son" Walton of Elite Fighting Promotions!
March 30th, 2024's "March to Victory" event was a huge success! Now, Elite Fighting Promotions is returning to Saratoga once again for another stunning show on July 13th! How do they put together such a grand event? What can guests expect? Listen to this episode for the answers to these questions, and much more!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.
00:00 - Opening
00:21 - CP Ad: Call Performance Industrial Today!
01:08 - Show Begins: Welcome Back, Jay
01:40 - Saratoga: Springs NY, Not the Others!
02:23 - Don “The Soldier’s Son” Walton Returns
02:58 - Elite Fighting Promotions & DonnyBrooke Fight Promotions: Tag Team
04:05 - Appealing to Saratoga’s Niche Market
05:48 - Selling Out the City Center?! Druthers Runs Out of Drinks!
09:13 - Quality Fights
09:53 - Weight Classes… Bantamweight is 135 Pounds?!
11:12 - Mike Fights… Lyme Disease
13:43 - A Proper, Balanced Fight: How it All Comes Together
18:14 - The Announcer’s Table
19:03 - July 13th: After the Track, Come to the Fight!
20:36 - From Fighters to Promoters: A Quick History of Jay and Don
23:40 - External Talent Boosts Local Talent
26:21 - Bars, Buffets, & Brawls
27:57 - Live Broadcasts and Dad Jokes
28:45 - Shoutout to the Sponsors!
30:54 - A Momentous Meeting
31:46 - Lawyer, Brewer, Brawler: The One and Only Chris Martell
33:00 - How to Get in Touch: elitefightingpromotions.com
34:53 - Jay’s Latest Book: Let Me Fall Apart
37:47 - Closing Remarks
37:56 - CP Ad: Call Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Today!
38:18 - Closer
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Miriam Weisfeld, the Producing Artistic Director of the Adirondack Theatre Festival!
The ATF has been producing fantastic original shows for 30 years, and 2024's season will be no exception - whether it's a one-man musical recreating the sinking of the Titanic, an introspective look at perception of an actress throughout her evolving career, or a modern recreation of a classic Hitchcock thriller, this season's shows are some that you won't want to miss!
Check out the ATF's website at: atfestival.org
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.
00:00 - Opening
00:21 - CP Ad: Call RASP Inc. Today!
01:01 - Show Begins: The Adirondack Theatre Festival
02:15 - Brand New, Original Works!
03:21 - Glens Falls: The First to See the Best of the Best!
05:14 - What Makes it a “Festival”
07:21 - Four Projects for 2024! Starts June 27th!
08:04 - Where There Is (and Isn’t) Overlap
09:16 - The 30th Anniversary!
11:40 - Housing Costs DOUBLED in Just 3 Years! The Post-Pandemic Challenge
13:49 - The Stories Start Here
14:50 - The Innovation Never Ends!
16:19 - The Theatre Meets The Thunder
18:31 - Bringing Life Back to Glens Falls
20:58 - The Ticketing Structure… And How it Supports Local Business
23:39 - Who’s Watching
25:12 - 13 Suspects… One Actor
27:00 - Todd vs. The Titanic: Opens June 27th!
29:00 - Independence Day Sale! INDEPENDENCE24
29:39 - From Glens Falls to Ithaca
30:36 - Worth: An Intimate Exhibition
33:35 - The King’s Wife
34:40 - Dial M for Murder
36:20 - How to Get in Touch: atfestival.org
36:58 - Closing Remarks
37:19 - CP Ad: Visit The Eden Center Today!
37:48 - Closer
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Stephanie Poulin, the owner and founder of The Happy Brands Company!
Marketing has so many facets, it can be difficult to know which route... Stephanie gives us the basics on a new style that's been taking off lately: influencer marketing. What is it exactly? How does it work? Is it right for your business? Listen to this episode, and you might just find out!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.
00:00 - Opening
00:21 - CP Ad: Visit The Eden Center for Integrative Care Today!
00:51 - Show Begins: Try a Bear Maple!
01:45 - An Introduction to Happy Brands Co.
03:54 - Influencer Marketing… Still a Campaign!
07:47 - Choose Your Brand Representative Carefully!
09:48 - Vetting the Right Influencer
13:24 - Leveraging Controversy… A Dangerous Game
18:36 - Is Influencer Marketing the Right Choice for Me?
24:27 - Micro-Influencers for Small Businesses
27:43 - Where Do I Start? A Guide Always Helps!
30:36 - What’s the Best Social Platform?
34:09 - Social Media: Challenging, but Fun and Rewarding!
36:38 - How to Get in Touch: @HappyBrandsCo, thehappybrands.co
37:54 - Closing Remarks
38:14 - CP Ad: Visit SkyZone Trampoline Park Today!
38:42 - Closer
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson meets with Tricia Rogers, President of the ARCC!
Tricia's been the President of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce for two years now, and the offerings it has for local businesses just keep getting better - between ribbon-cuttings, mixers, educational services, and other resources, the value of the ARCC is just incredible! Listen to this episode to hear more about how they can help you, and your business!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.
00:00 - Opening
00:21 - CP Ad: Call Thoroughbred Advisors Today!
01:23 - Show Begins: An Introduction to Tricia Rogers
03:01 - The Juckett Board Dinner at The Sagamore
05:14 - The ARCC: What They Can Do for You
08:16 - Small Team: Big Heart
09:46 - Why You Should Join the ARCC
12:37 - A Great Feeling
13:52 - From Poker to Potato Chips
14:57 - 42 Ribbon-Cuttings a Year?!
16:25 - Chamber 1-on-1s: Shoutout to the ARCC Team!
18:01 - The Best Newsletter Around!
19:35 - Educational Pieces
20:32 - Tuesday, June 11th: Triple-Chamber Mixer at The Sagamore! $20 to Sign Up!
22:43 - Tricia Rogers: Golf Pro
24:32 - The Rare July Mixer
25:03 - July 31st: Saratoga Race-Track Day!
28:09 - The Leadership Adirondack Program
32:01 - How to Get in Touch: adirondackchamber.org
32:50 - Closing Remarks
33:11 - CP Ad: Call RASP Inc. Today!
33:51 - Closer
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Kris Jordan, the master barber and owner of KJ's Barbershop!
Both his grandfather and father were barbers, but Kris wasn't so sure he wanted to do it himself... All of that changed after a significant event in 2020. What happened? Why did it motivate him to reenter the family trade? You'll have to listen to this episode to find out!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS TODAY BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY Business Report, or Five Towers Media.
00:00 - Opening
00:21 - CP Ad: Call Nourishing Minds Tutoring Today!
00:51 - Show Begins: The Benefit of the Ice Bath
03:26 - Old Man Mike
04:54 - Challenges Lead You Back Home
06:32 - Work It Out: Shoutout to Zabala!
08:26 - Nursing is in High Demand… But the Job is Hard
09:26 - Kris Jordan: Becoming a Master Barber
12:36 - Location, Location, Location
13:39 - The Transition is Tough… But Worth It!
14:29 - The 2020 Crisis: Diagnosing an Uncommon Problem
18:16 - Another Crisis: Sepsis Looms
21:30 - No Regrets: Pursue Your Dreams, Do Something Different!
23:06 - What Does Professional REALLY Mean?
24:43 - Putting the “Master” in Master Barber
29:05 - Mike Kelsey?
29:40 - Cutting Your Own Hair?!
31:37 - Beard Balms, Butters, Oils… What Works?
33:03 - Barbershops Making a Comeback!
36:37 - Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe
37:49 - Growing the Shop: Leaders Eat Last
39:57 - How to Get in Touch: kgsbarbershop.com
41:40 - Facebook Isn’t Where the Action Is
43:19 - Closing Remarks
44:43 - CP Ad: Visit SkyZone Trampoline Park Today!
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Stephen Zabala, the nutrition master and founder of Greenfork!
Being mindful of where your food comes from is more important than ever in our corn syruped, food-dyed modern world... Greenfork beats the supermarket by providing real, nutrient-dense food to clients all around Saratoga. Get the full scoop on Greenfork's approach to nutrition here in this episode!
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00:00 - Intro
00:21 - CP Ad: Call RASP Inc. Today!
01:00 - Show Begins: What’s New at Greenfork?
01:53 - That Radio Voice, That Vocal Fry
02:20 - A Worthwhile Gamble
03:20 - The Future of Nutrition
04:38 - Everyone Needs a Jamie
05:02 - What Makes a Food Nutrient-Dense?
07:20 - Factory-Farm Food is Filler! Some Scary Information
09:36 - Pig Farming is Horrific…
11:14 - Waste Disposal isn’t Always Easy!
12:40 - Kyle, Where You At?
14:41 - Jiu Jitsu: Climbing Up the Ranks
16:02 - Throwback: Check out the Atlas Jiu Jitsu Episode!
16:24 - The Wilton Mall… Comeback Incoming?
17:53 - What’s On the Menu?
20:02 - That USDA Label Costs a LOT of Money!
21:57 - Keeping Kosher: An Old Tale
23:11 - The Creative Cook
25:56 - Burnout is Real: How Mike and Stephen Face Its Challenges
30:37 - Third Time’s the Charm: The Only Way Out is Through
32:30 - The Three-Day Turnaround: Order Out of Chaos
33:24 - East Beats West
35:11 - Service-Based Business Scaling: Replicating in Mass is Tough!
37:35 - How You Eat is How You Feel
40:20 - Protein-Based, Bread-Rejecting Diet: Mike the Localvore
42:46 - All-Natural, Free-Range, Organic… Mean Nothing. Chemicals Run Deep
45:51 - Start With the Basics
47:52 - The Wrong Climate Crisis is Being Focused on!
49:17 - Family Jiu Jitsu
50:02 - How to Get in Touch: eatgreenfork.com
50:47 - Closing Remarks
51:06 - CP Ad: Call Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Today!
51:28 - Closer
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Joe "Josferatu" Zakriski from Atlas Jiu Jitsu!
Joe's been rolling with the best of them for 18 years, but he's only worked out of Atlas Jiu Jitsu for 8... How did he come to run Atlas in South Glens Falls? How did the business rise and fall (and rise again) during the COVID pandemic? What does jiu jitsu have to offer? Hear the answers to these questions and many more by tuning in to this episode!
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00:00 - Titles
00:21 - Community Partner Ad: Thoroughbred Advisors
01:23 - Show Begins: An Introduction to Joe Zakriski, AKA Josferatu!
03:11 - Atlas Jiu Jitsu: Why South Glens Falls Was the Right Choice
08:00 - Eight Years and Going Strong
09:10 - Nurses Know: COVID was a Tough Time!
12:51 - The Post-COVID Boom: Numbers Double!
14:18 - Spider-Man Battles Bullying
17:12 - Jiu Jitsu: The Right Choice! No Off-Season, Great Conditioning, Breaks Screen Addiction!
20:20 - The Nelson Jiu Jitsu Clan
20:51 - The Non-Striking Art: Controlled Deescalation
22:36 - Law Enforcement can Benefit, Too!
23:58 - Ten Years from White to Black… But Even White Belt Knows Useable Tech!
26:04 - New Students Funnel In! Can Muscleheads Compete?
30:42 - A Diverse, Solid Group: Women, Kids, Anyone Can Learn!
33:06 - Grappling Industries Coming Up!
35:00 - Tournament Strategy: Competitiveness is Your Choice!
37:02 - What’s Next? Expansion Plans
39:00 - Jiu Jitsu Health Benefits: Release That Cortisol!
40:51 - Two Classes a Week Can Work Wonders: Practitioners and Competitors Alike!
43:29 - How to Get in Touch and Get Started
46:11 - A Sneak Peak of a Future Episode!
47:26 - Closing Remarks
48:26 - Community Partner Ad: The Eden Center for Integrative Care
48:56 - Ending
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Chuck and Sarah Curtiss, husband-and-wife team behind the Willow Marsh Farm and storefront!
Their fifth-generation farm offers a special option that nobody else nearby yet does - the production and sale, direct to consumers, of raw milk and raw milk products, including cheese, yogurt and more... What's the deal with raw milk? How is it made? Is it safe to drink? Why do so few farms produce it? Hear the answers to those questions and many more here, in this stellar episode!
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00:00 - Intro & Ad
01:00 - Show Begins, Introductions
01:52 - An Introduction to Willow Marsh Farm, and the Curtiss Family
04:07 - Fifth Generation! A History
05:26 - The Government “Helps”
08:00 - Let’s Build a Store
09:15 - Inflation Drives the Public Home
10:04 - Discovering Raw Milk, and Breaking the Myths
14:30 - Pasteurization-Intolerance: Are You REALLY Allergic to Milk?
17:12 - Rediscovering the Good of the Past… And Rejecting Factory Processes
18:41 - Farm Awareness Needs to Spread! Local is Best!
22:09 - The Utility of Cheese Whey
22:46 - Expansion Plans
22:54 - Vertical Integration: Every Piece of the Process
27:00 - Investing in the Future
29:00 - The Best Pigs of All
31:19 - Social Media: The Informative Tool
32:02 - The Horror of Factory Farming
33:21 - The Price of that USDA Stamp
34:55 - Rise Above the Storm
36:29 - Building is Easy… Staffing is Hard
37:54 - “Pig” Stands for Pain In the Gluteus!
39:12 - Misleading Labels: “Organic” and “Farm-Raised” Don’t Mean Much!
41:59 - The Country of Origin Law Really is CoOL!
43:54 - Say No to Greenwashing!
44:46 - Get the Good Stuff: RealMilk.com
47:29 - “We Can’t?”
49:35 - The Bronx Farmers’ Market
50:40 - Where’s All the Chuck’s Cheddar?!
52:11 - There’s Plenty of Room for All of Us!
54:26 - The Cheesemonger’s Eye
55:46 - How to Get in Touch: willow-marshfarmstore.com
56:37 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson pairs with cleaning mastermind Steven Boxley to interview Kevin Hinman, co-founder of Momentum Makers!
Kevin's mission is bringing faith-based principles to workplaces across the nation... But the lessons he teaches can be applied to any organization, secular or not. And the results speak for themselves - companies typically see much better culture, customer retention, higher profits, and more! Listen to this episode to find out what Momentum Makers might have to offer you!
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00:00 - Opening & Ad
00:43 - Show Begins: Introductions
01:29 - What is Momentum Makers?
02:08 - What They Bring to the Table
03:45 - Christian Principles: Picking Up Momentum
07:34 - Standing Out Amongst the Competitors
09:08 - “The Lights Come On”
11:45 - Christian-Based, Secular-Friendly
13:25 - Fail Fast, Fail Forward… And Work With the Right People
16:44 - Combatants Lose Squadmates!
17:33 - The Soul Recognizes Kindness
20:25 - What Constitutes a Mid-Sized Company? Why That Size Works Best for Momentum
23:06 - Feedback is Transformative
25:22 - Communication is the Word
27:03 - When Barking Becomes Biting
28:57 - Communication Theory: Eight Different Quadrants!
30:17 - Long-Form vs. Short-Form Communication… Medium Matters!
32:29 - Self-Assessment Skills: Know Thineself
34:40 - DI vs. SC: The Fight of the Century
35:59 - The DISC Gold Mine
38:04 - Professionalism, Ethics, & More
41:05 - The Christianity Problem
42:49 - Timeless, Profound Advice
45:44 - Good Mentoring is VERY Different From Bad
47:49 - “I’m Not Doing This”: From Bad Leadership to Good
49:43 - 48 Laws of Power… Stink!
51:00 - Starting Small
53:36 - How to Get in Touch: momentum-makers.com
54:45 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Raymond Apy, the CEO of Northeastern Biochar Solutions and one of the main figures behind Saratoga Biochar Solutions!
The proposed facility's goal is to process biosolids into carbon fertilizer, but local opposition to the project has been significant... Ray has met every goal and then some, and he wants more people to understand the importance of the project. Listen to this episode to hear his explanations and future plans!
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00:48 - The Show Begins
01:41 - A Brief Background of Ray Apy
04:16 - The Biosolids Disposal Problem
05:21 - Meeting Moreau
07:09 - Why Biochar? A History
12:46 - Solving a Big Problem: Chemical Fertilizer
17:50 - Opposition Mounts
19:58 - Chapter 92 Does Not Apply
21:42 - 16 Conditions… All Met
24:12 - Propaganda, Defamation and Gaslighting
25:55 - Sewage Sludge vs. Biosolids: There IS a Difference!
27:48 - Biosolids vs. Biochar: There IS a Difference!
28:54 - PFAs: What They Are, and WHERE They Are
34:38 - Emerging Technologies: Biochar isn’t New!
38:06 - Wood’s Place in the Process
39:25 - Sharing Findings: With the DEC and Beyond
42:25 - The Well-Informed Have No Problems with the Project!
43:51 - Other Avenues: Railroad Ties, Asphalt Shingling, Carbon Concrete
46:25 - Public and Private Enterprise Alike
47:35 - Starting Small… And Keeping Emissions Low
49:50 - Not Giving Up
50:20 - How to Get in Touch
50:53 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Geff Redick, owner of Redbud Development!
Redbud's specialty is improving your living space - not just "adding a pool", but considering every factor of how you live in and use the space! For any project big or small, Redbud's thoughtful building acumen impresses every time!
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00:51 - Do Not Disturb
02:29 - An Introduction to Redbud: Designers AND Builders!
03:30 - Walk With Me: Thoughtful Development
05:58 - Redbud Blooms: An Origin Story
08:23 - A Truly Unique Project
11:19 - The Biggest Challenge: Starting Up!
12:32 - Economic Hopscotch
15:03 - What’s Next?
17:18 - Creating the Right Environment from the Start
19:59 - How to Get in Touch
20:54 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Charles Amodio, a main partner and forensic accountant at FAZ Forensics!
Forensic accounting is a little-known but invaluable resource to businesses of all kinds, and FAZ is the premier provider of it in the region! Whether you need a business valuation, financial investigation, or even litigation support, when answers matter, FAZ delivers!
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00:21 - Ad: Call Cerrone Plumbing,Heating & Air Conditioning Today!
00:44 - Introduction: Charlie’s Views
01:59 - What is FAZ Forensics?
03:47 - The Attorney Middleman
05:28 - Finding Forensics
06:34 - Discovering New Things
07:58 - Identifying Value
09:42 - Unique Customers, Unique Needs
13:31 - A Day in the Life of a ForensicAccountant
15:07 - A Team… Of Individuals
17:26 - Meeting Point: ConnectingChapters Together
21:32 - Both Educational AND Social Value
22:08 - AI Panel, Coming Up!
23:10 - Going Beyond Tradition
24:53 - How to Get in Touch
25:19 - Closing Remarks
25:58 - Ad: Call Performance IndustrialToday!
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Don Walton and Jay Ingleston - former fighters turned promoters at DonnyBrooke Fight Promotions!
On March 30th, Vermont-based Donnybrooke is bringing a premier MMA event to New York state for the first time - Adina Hornstra vs. LG Pannell and Carmen Corchado vs. Oriana Bracho at the March to Victory! How did they go about putting together this action-packed event? What were their motivations behind the matchups? What brings them to New York this time around? You'll have to listen to this episode to find out!
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00:21 - Ad: Call RASP Inc. Today!
01:01 - Introductions
01:43 - DonnyBrooke: Origins
03:48 - Vermont-Grown, New York-Raised
06:34 - Two Sides of the Same Coin
08:15 - The Solider’s Son
09:21 - A Brief History of Jay Ingleston: Live from the Beattydome
12:35 - Training Montage
13:51 - A Beatty Beatdown
14:55 - A Roughhouse Renaissance
16:06 - Booking a Massive Event
18:13 - A Fair Fight… More Fun to Watch, AND Helps Fighters Grow
22:25 - Lose at the Bottom… So You Can Win at the Top
25:19 - Close Match is Best Match
28:53 - The Martial Arts Community: Keeping the Fighting in the Ring
32:23 - Daddy’s Pro Fighter
34:31 - The Ingleston Touch
36:00 - Pushing It to the Limit: The Early 2000s Fight Scene
39:57 - The Best Rush There Is
40:56 - More Upcoming Events
41:59 - New York Mucks Things Up (Again)
44:28 - Bare Knuckle Boxing with Matt
46:20 - A Remote-Controlled Fighter… Takes It!
47:48 - How to Get in Touch: Shoutout to the Sponsors!
49:24 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson talks with local top real estate experts Dan Wade, Mark Pawlows, and Lori Danussi!
It's been a few years since the COVID pandemic first affected the real estate market... What's recovered, what still has a ways to go, and what does that mean to prospective home-buyers and sellers? Listen to this episode for the answers to those questions, and many more!
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00:21 - Ad: Visit the Eden Center for Integrative Care!
00:51 - Introduction
02:55 - The State of the Market… Still Favors Sellers!
04:57 - The Reign of Rent
07:27 - When Your First Home is a Retirement Home
09:10 - Interest Rates Hold Strong
11:55 - The Adjustable Rate Loan
13:57 - Drawing the Line Between a Starter and Forever Home
15:35 - Nests Aren’t Being Emptied: Where Are We Headed?
16:59 - Regulation Stifles Progress: The Ironically Named Moratorium
18:24 - Supply Chain Issues are Mostly Over… But Building Costs are Still Up
19:15 - Remote Work Affects Commercial Real Estate
22:56 - Real Estate Shifts: The Mall’s Fall from Grace
25:22 - Turning the Mall Into a Cruise Ship
26:09 - Timing is EVERYTHING
27:19 - Interest Rates May Come Down Soon!
28:!5 - Marry the Home, Date the Rate
29:06 - How to Get in Touch
30:18 - Closing Remarks
30:58 - Ad: Call Performance Industrial Today!
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Steven and Christian Boxley, the father-son Presidential team of Boxley's Services!
For three generations, Boxley's has provided complete cleaning and detailing services to homes, businesses, and vehicles... From humble beginnings, Boxley's transformed hard work and reliable service into a successful and reputable business. Each generation has built upon the last; and Christian has plenty of new ideas to help Boxley's grow! Listen to this episode to hear their incredible story, plans for the future, and more!
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00:21 - Ad: Call Cerrone Today!
00:43 - Introductions
01:35 - What is Boxley’s Services?
03:28 - Three Generations of Boxley’s: James’ Story
06:25 - Steven Steps In: From Polishing to Detailing
07:53 - Snagging the Baton
09:08 - Shoutout to Kathleen Armer-Goes!
10:08 - James vs. Steven: The Bout of the Century
11:09 - The Name “Boxley”… Means Character
13:33 - The Truck Looks Great!
15:38 - A Daughter’s Potential
16:32 - Steven Answers the Call: Minister Boxley
17:51 - Christian’s Time to Shine: Click It, Book It, Drop It
18:32 - COVID Complications: Spray It Again!
20:50 - Shoutout to Dan Grock!
23:33 - 20 is the Magic Number: The Boxley Team
25:47 - Priorities in Order
27:46 - The Boxley Carwash Club: And More of Christian’s Plans
29:28 - Got to Be Real
31:09 - “Boxley’s is the Vehicle to How We Met”
33:02 - Balancing the Old With the New: Gaining and Maintaining Trust
36:33 - Earn Those Five Stars… The RIGHT Way!
38:21 - How to Get in Touch: boxleys.com
40:20 - Ad: Visit SkyZone Trampoline Park Today!
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Brad Colacino, his partner at - and co-owner of - Five Towers Media!
Brad had a stable, cushy job at a big white collar company, but he decided to leave it all behind to start his own business! Has he achieved the success he sought? What does he love about his current company? Find out the answers in this special first episode of our second season!
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00:21 - Ad: Visit SkyZone Queensbury!
00:48 - Introductions: Welcome to the New Format!
02:37 - The Five Towers Story: From FTD and SSD to FTM
05:30 - Doing Great Work
08:10 - Mike’s Favorite Thing About the Five Towers Family
11:19 - Brad’s Favorite Projects: Shoutout to PAS and Saratoga 1777!
14:23 - All the People in Your Neighborhood
16:34 - What Kind of Easter Candy are You?
17:45 - A Breakfast Break
19:01 - Archery at Albany Academy
20:17 - How to Get in Touch
20:45 - Shoutout to Cristian! Otherwise… We’re All Local!
21:34 - Closing Remarks: Give Us a Call!
23:01 - Ad: Visit the Eden Center for Integrative Care!
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Scott Lufkin, Argyle native and star of The Town Tinker!
The Town Tinker is all about taking on cool projects, but not just for himself - whether it's restoring tombstones and church bells, clearing sidewalks, or crowdsourcing a new town skating rink, Scott is community-first, making his native Argyle a better place for everyone. Listen to his amazing stories here in this episode, and check out his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@towntinker
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00:21 - Introductions
01:22 - The Town Tinker: Restoration, Clearing, and More!
03:44 - Argyle Loses its Dry Status
06:58 - A Lifelong, Local-Loving Tinker
08:19 - The Dead Lufkin Tours: A Crazy Story
11:30 - Repairing a Gravestone: Modern Methods
12:48 - Re-Engraving the Stone: A Ghost Dictates?!
13:43 - The Old Xers
14:32 - What’s Next: The Argyle Park?
16:47 - Sometimes… You’ve Got to Just Do It.
18:16 - The Argyle Skating Rink: A Community Project
23:20 - Restoring a Civil War Church Bell
24:45 - Planning a YouTube Channel: Mike’s Video Idea
26:36 - Chickens, Sheep, Pigs: Mike the Regenerative Farmer
29:49 - How to Get in Touch: Check out The Town Tinker on YouTube!
33:25 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Neal Stimler, the President of Stimler Advantage! Technology development has accelerated by leaps and bounds in recent years, and keeping up with it can be an overwhelming task... But Stimler Advantage has all the know-how to catch you and your business up with the times - making your processes efficient, and keeping your strategy tightly focused!
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00:21 - What a Day… The Attack of the Fisher Cat
01:51 - Putting the “Busy” in Business
02:47 - Introductions: The Show Starts Proper
04:03 - Changes: Technology Evolves
07:38 - Five Towers Medium: Predictions are a Challenge!
09:49 - AI is… A Utility
12:13 - A Permanent State of Transition
14:58 - Websites and Print are Relevant Again!
16:46 - There is No One True Path! Find Out What’s Right for You!
19:29 - Building Relationships Takes Time!
20:19 - Working Local: Local is Global!
22:46 - The Stimler Advantage
24:04 - Is Wikipedia Still Credible?
26:24 - The Immense Value of Open Source: Neil’s Framework
29:30 - Their Success, Not Mine
31:00 - All Organizations, Big or Small
32:46 - Simplifying the Corporate Egg Hunt
34:41 - Defying Conventions
36:34 - Track, Measure, Grow
38:00 - How to Get in Touch: www.stimleradvantage.com
38:27 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Tom Schin, the man behind the important consulting business of Build Better Culture! Every organization thinks they have a great workplace culture - but not all of them actually do! Tom knows the secrets to employee satisfaction and retention... But you might be surprised by how inherent they are! Listen to this episode to find out more!
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00:21 - What Do You Do? Nothing, I Just Got Fired Today!
02:10 - The Masks They Wear
03:44 - The Show Starts Proper
04:25 - 20% Scary: Starting Your Own Business
05:50 - A Brief History of Tom Schin
10:58 - Build Better Culture: Show That You Care!
13:36 - Don’t Just Be a Manager: Be a Leader!
16:10 - Tom Can Help… If You’re Willing to Change!
17:34 - Storytime with Tom Schin
18:06 - Target Markets, and Balancing Priorities
24:15 - The Five Towers Culture
27:20 - Do You Want to Be a Leader?
28:23 - Taking the Tension Out of Retention: The Power of Stay-Interviews
32:20 - What Does the Future Hold?
33:30 - Annual Reviews? NO! Talk Regularly!
34:56 - Prepare Tomorrow’s Workforce Today!
36:10 - How to Get in Touch
36:47 - Shoutout to Brandi Tyler at Unbroken Athletics!
38:50 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Kris Brunelle, owner and CEO of White Glove Janitorial Service! He may be the executive at the helm, but Kris still does cleaning, team-building and managing along with his salesmanship duties. The key words to his success? Experience, and Teamwork! How have these things helped his small startup thrive this past year? You'll have to listen to this episode to find out!
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00:21 - Introductions
01:12 - Applying Experience to the Job
03:17 - White Glove: Origins
06:51 - There’s ALWAYS Going to Be Dirt!
08:39 - How to Make Money? Do Something Nobody Else Wants to Do!
11:42 - Profit is Not a Bad Thing!
12:51 - Being a Good Boss
13:58 - The Power of the Internet
15:07 - My Web Coach
17:18 - Don’t Have the Skill? Hire Somebody!
18:27 - Trust in Your Team
20:38 - After One Year… Seven Employees, Company Car!
23:07 - The Illusion of Security: Choose Your Set of Problems
24:19 - The Wind in our Sales: Making Friends
26:33 - When You’ve Got to Say No
27:29 - Hanging Out: The Residential Side
30:02 - You Don’t Have to Jump Into Business Ownership Headfirst!
31:24 - Exotic Meats… Aren’t That Good
31:49 - How to Get in Touch: We Do Great Work!
33:00 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Doug Ernenwein, Jordan Wood, and Scott Lufkin from DK Advanced Technologies! They have an amazing product on offer that truly does it all - the MicroBottler, an affordable, adaptable, customizable and portable solution for any and all of your beverage-containment needs! Canning and bottling, any size you need... MicroBottler is one amazing machine!
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00:21 - Introductions
01:43 - Program Advance: MicroBottler Origins
04:45 - Can it Can? Yes, it Can!
06:03 - Putting the “Craft” in Craft Beverage
09:23 - Seamless Seaming
11:18 - Weekly Sales, from Local to Vietnam!
12:50 - Multi-Faceted Marketing
15:08 - Mobile Canning… Only Works Short-Term!
18:54 - Not Just Canning: Bottling, Too!
21:12 - Modularity Made Easy
22:45 - Adaptability: Long Neck, Medicine, Crown Caps, Whatever You Want!
26:29 - A Mobile Solution
27:13 - The MicroBottler Journey
28:56 - Fully Custom Solutions
30:16 - How to Get in Touch: microbottler.us
31:24 - Big or Small, MicroBottler Does it All!
33:17 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Michael Nelson interviews Melissa Freebern, owner and operator of Artisan Ink and artist par excellence! Her dedication to art goes beyond the tattoo shop - whether it's painting, ceramics, or sculpting, Melissa's love of art runs deep, and sharing that love with the community is what her business is all about!
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00:21 - Introduction
01:20 - Who is Melissa Freebern?
02:27 - Back in the Bay Road Days
03:35 - Born for Art: A Lifestyle
05:12 - Inking in the Burg
06:29 - Running a Laundromat
08:49 - The Great Tide Robbery
12:01 - A New Location for Everything Art
14:36 - Cultivating a Creative Community
16:29 - Certified in Ceramics
17:17 - Open House: October 28th, 10:45 AM!
21:22 - The Tattoo Team
22:57 - Painting Pictures
23:43 - How to Get in Touch
24:43 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Michael Nelson sits down with Chris Leuzinger - owner and tutor at Nourishing Minds Tutoring - to talk about home-schooling! Is it right for your child? How do you get started? How much time does it require? Is it harder in New York State? All these questions and more have an answer in this informative episode!
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00:21 - Introduction
02:12 - Home-Schooling Statistics: Higher Success Rates!
04:47 - Getting Started with Home-Schooling
06:24 - Is Public School Right for You?
08:39 - Setting Your Own Pace: The IHIP
10:37 - New York’s 50% Law
12:41 - Home Phys-Ed… Incredibly Flexible!
13:47 - Every Institution Has its Place
15:16 - You Don’t Need to Know it All Yourself!
17:14 - The Regents Diploma… Does It Matter?
18:18 - The Price of Home-Schooling… Cheaper Than You Think!
20:07 - What Grade to Start Home-Schooling?.. Any Grade!
21:22 - Reports Are In? Then No Problem!
22:50 - Sports and Socializing
25:25 - Graduation: Celebrate YOUR Way!
27:31 - Web Resources: Forums, Tutoring, and More!
29:16 - Getting Engaged with Learning
30:49 - How to Get in Touch: nourishingmindstutoring.com
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Daniel Breeyear from The Eden Care Center! They've expanded their offerings across the board, and some of their offerings are truly unique - their fully personalized therapy options ensure that no matter what your troubles, The Eden Center for Integrative Care can help!
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00:21 - Introduction
01:12 - The Best Therapists…
03:18 - … And the Best Practitioners
05:44 - Hormones: Their Effects, and How Eden Supplements Them
09:30 - Lowering Testosterone Levels… Is Food to Blame?
13:52 - Going Beyond the Basic: Investigating Causes
15:38 - An Infusion for Every Ailment
17:07 - Mike’s Aching Feet
18:30 - Oh D, Oh My
19:57 - Pills vs. IVs
23:15 - Testosterone Risks… Are Overstated!
27:05 - Optimal for You
28:19 - Not Just for Men: Women can Benefit from HRT Too!
31:01 - Ketamine vs. Depression
33:27 - Bringing Down the Walls
36:13 - Wilderness Therapy
38:24 - Water Down the Stress
41:14 - Not So Alternative Anymore
43:13 - How to Get in Touch
44:14 - Community Education
45:26 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson is joined by business partner Brad Colacino to interview Sabrina Houser, the do-it-all owner of Capital CFO+! With a history of helping businesses and organizations both for and non-profit thrive, Sabrina's company takes all the guesswork out of the challenging sides of running a business - accounting, marketing, consulting, administration, and more, they can help!
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00:21 - Introductions
01:16 - Capital CFO is… Fun?!
02:48 - What is Capital CFO+
07:09 - Earning the Plus
08:31 - Structure the Swarm
09:46 - Half and Half: For and Not For Profit
11:45 - Making Marketing Magic
12:44 - The Five Towers Haunted House
13:03 - Professional Development
15:26 - Keeping Collaboration Alive
19:40 - Local vs. Outsourcing
20:32 - The Big Party
21:10 - Five is the Magic Number
21:55 - Pearl the Pup
23:06 - A Social Media Star
24:50 - Penelope the Pig: A Great Name!
26:39 - Coming Soon: Capitalize the Day!
28:01 - How to Get in Touch
29:02 - Doing it All
30:45 - Brad’s Testimonial
32:21 - Talking About Timebank
35:28 - Closing Remarks
36:26 - Commercial: Visit SkyZone Trampoline Park Today!
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Sean Willcoxon, the Operations Manager of Performance Industrial! The company provides stellar commercial cleaning services, but what really sets them apart is their commitment - not just to their clients and employees, but to the community as a whole. Whether it's epoxy flooring, kitchen exhaust cleaning, supporting employees or organizing charity drives, Performance Industrial gets the Dirty and Difficult, Done!
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00:21 - Introductions
00:52 - What is Performance Industrial?
02:36 - Shoutout to Paesan’s Pizza!
03:20 - Sean’s Coolest Job: Mikado
04:33 - Processing Plastics: How Recycling Works
07:58 - Turn Those Ceiling Tiles Bright White!
09:46 - An Asset to the Community
13:23 - Freedom Isn’t Free
14:34 - Give a Little, Get a Lot
16:06 - Treat Your People Right
19:17 - We Want You!
21:41 - Cultivate That Culture: More Than Money
25:01 - Getting Conventional
25:50 - October: A Month of Charity
28:11 - Golfing for Good
30:26 - The Folds of Honor Gala
33:40 - Come on, Bill!
33:57 - How to Get in Touch
34:47 - Call Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Today!
In this episode, our familiar Mike Nelson is interviewed by Amanda Blanton on an episode of her radio show, I'm In With the ARCC! This gives him the chance to tell the story of his two biggest companies - Five Towers Media, and Glens Falls TODAY! How does each company operate? How do they work together? The answer is here in this very special episode!
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00:21 - Introduction
01:18 - The Five Towers Package
02:24 - Social Media Has Left the Building
05:04 - The Five Towers Amplifier
07:40 - Getting To Know All About You
09:22 - The Local Appeal
11:16 - AI Can’t Replace Creatives!
14:08 - Commercial: Visit SkyZone Queensbury!
14:24 - The One and Only Mike Nelson
15:32 - Glens Falls TODAY: Free News for Free People
18:23 - Business-Focused
19:05 - Veteran-Focused
21:26 - Tag Teams: Shoutout to Derek and Steve!
22:29 - Good, Quality Content
23:34 - Mike’s Words of Wisdom: Buy Local!
23:48 - How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Robert Starbuck, the CEO at Migrate Business Services, and Saratoga's Business Hub! Robert has 40 years of experience in world business, and his company can help you and your business get the help you need by providing office space, professional help, outsourcing options, and more!
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00:21 - Introductions
00:56 - Who is Robert Starbuck?
03:38 - What’s the Business Landscape Look Like?
06:19 - The Remote Boat
09:19 - The Business Hub vs. Migrate: What Does What?
13:53 - Services: What and How?
15:38 - It’s About Trust
17:27 - From Jordan to Jersey: Similarities and Differences
20:33 - What Can the Hub Do for Me?
22:52 - What Can Migrate Do for Me?
26:15 - What Makes the Hub Stand Out?
29:22 - Mike’s Testimonial
30:31 - Focus on Professionals, and Experiences
33:38 - The Corporate Mall
36:52 - Franchising!
39:10 - How to Get in Touch: Stop by 63 Putnam!
40:54 - Shoutout to Chris Ryan and SIX Marketing!
41:20 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews a trifecta of real estate experts - Agent Paul Smith, real estate specialist attorney Dan Wade, and owner of Freedom One Funding, Mark Pawlows! The 2023 market is awash with confusing and hectic developments, and nobody knows better than these three! Want to know their secrets to navigating through this storm? You'll have to listen to this episode and find out!
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00:21 - Introductions
02:56 - The State of Real Estate: Dan’s View
05:34 - Mark’s View
08:14 - Paul’s View
10:15 - It’s an Inventory Issue - Still!
13:20 - Interest Rates: Buyers vs. Sellers
14:58 - No Praise for the Appraisals
17:05 - Jack Up the Price! Appraisal Gap Contingencies
19:12 - Stand Out! Above the Crowd
22:27 - What’s Your Offer?
25:24 - The Escalation Clause
27:41 - Flipping’s Out, Renting’s In!.. But Choose Your Tenants Wisely!
30:10 - Incentive Programs?.. What a Mess!
33:42 - Finally Foreclosures
36:07 - Homes as Investments: The Curse of AirBnB
40:15 - Saratoga Prices… Terrifying!
41:41 - Advice for First-Time Buyers
44:23 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews David Byrne, an army veteran and the owner & president of Renua Energy! Electric vehicles are becoming more popular and affordable across the nation, and David uses Renua to try to help meet the coming energy demands and make our nation energy-independent! Listen to this episode to hear about his goals, his history, and more!
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00:21 - Introduction: Service Around 9/11
03:37 - Renua: A History
08:05 - What Renua Offers
10:45 - How EV Charge Stations Work
12:45 - Industry Standards
13:53 - Five Years of Service
14:53 - Not Just Employees
16:46 - Ending Up Upstate: Calling South Glens Falls Home
19:50 - Your Buddy’s Boat
20:29 - Commercial Break: Visit Bogey’s Pub & Grill Today!
21:04 - Dave’s Biggest Challenge: Finding Help!
23:50 - Want vs. Need: Salesmanship Closes the Gap, But It’s Not Easy!
26:52 - Cold Calling: A Mike Nelson Tale
27:58 - Shoutout to Kate Haggerty, our Star Reporter!
28:51 - The Adirondack Chamber of Commerce: Hit Up Those Events!
30:21 - Sell Us a Salesperson: Hunting Down the Hunter
33:13 - Closing Deals is a Great Feeling!
35:43 - Shoutout to Whiteman Chevrolet!
36:41 - Can You Make Money on EV Chargers?.. Yes; Over Time
38:33 - A State-Level Deal
40:04 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Supreme Commander Chris Ryan and "AI Howard" Litwak of SIX Marketing! AI's a big topic right now, and it can be hard to know where to stand on it - How can you access it? What's it useful for? Are there downsides? We have some answers for you here, in this informative episode!
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00:21 - Introductions
01:38 - What’s the Deal with AI?
03:48 - ChatGPT: The SuperGoogle
04:55 - Incorporating AI… Carefully
08:04 - Benefits of AI: Advanced Searching, Copy Generation, Efficiency
11:59 - AI is an Actor: Give it Proper Direction!
15:04 - Downsides of AI: NEEDS Editing, NDA Violations, Terrible at
Math, Prone to Hallucinating
17:49 - Is the Source Credible?
18:38 - Smart Ads and Campaigns?.. ABSOLUTELY NOT!
21:26 - The Hobbesian World of Meta and Google
22:52 - EmAIl
25:10 - Humanity and Robots, Working in Harmony
27:28 - Same Skills, New Tools… But Hang Onto That Vinyl!
28:39 - Entering the World of AI: Where to Start
30:46 - Training with AI
33:12 - AI-Generated, or Just Weird?
34:50 - Don’t Even Think About It!
35:56 - Doesn’t Hurt to Try
37:08 - Prompt-Engineering as a Skillset
38:25 - How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Stephen Zabala, owner and operator of Greenfork in Saratoga! Stephen's passionate about all things fitness - whether it's strengthening the body through exercise or feeding it properly with a nutritious diet, Stephen can help anyone down the road to a healthier, happier self!
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00:46 - Introduction
01:27 - Stephen Zabala: A Renaissance Man
02:40 - Budokan: Movement Mastery
05:46 - Maintaining and Strengthening Flexibility and Mobility
06:48 - The Battleground
08:12 - Personal Training: Inside and Out
10:12 - Nutrition is Everything!
12:00 - Entrepreneurship: The Purest Path to Freedom
12:48 - Back to the Northeast
14:24 - Let’s (Not) Go to the Mall!
15:26 - Greenfork’s Services
18:06 - Who Needs Greenfork? Everyone!
21:00 - Convenient AND Healthy
22:13 - No Techniques Void the Golden Rule: Calories In, Calories Out!
24:13 - Gaining Muscle Means Eating MORE!
24:55 - Catering: So Good, There’s No Leftovers!
27:44 - Real Good Food, Real Good Prices
29:39 - Name Drop!
30:46 - Eating Local
31:40 - Regenerative Farming: What Makes Good Food
35:50 - How to Get in Touch: eatgreenfork.com
36:36 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Jacob Goldman, nineteen-year-old co-founder of Layoff Lookout! In this country, companies must post a warning if they plan to layoff over a certain number of workers, but these warnings are often difficult to find... Layoff Lookout scrapes depositories of information to find these warnings, and passes the information to you when you need it most! Learn more about it by listening to this episode!
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00:40 - An Introduction to Jacob Goldman, and Layoff Lookout
02:25 - Contact Bob Fitch at State Farm Today!
02:40 - It All Starts With an Idea
03:47 - When Layoffs Loom… A Head Start Makes the Difference!
05:33 - Planting the Seed
07:20 - Layoff Lookout is… Free?!
09:13 - How it Works
12:02 - Why TikTok is the Best Springboard for Organic Growth
15:38 - Meta, FaceBook?.. No Thanks!
17:43 - The Future of Layoff Lookout
19:58 - Working Monetization Into the Mix: And Strategic Use
21:19 - How to Learn More: layofflookout.com, @LayoffLookout
22:15 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Danushan Sooriabalan; better known as Dr. Dan, a local Internal Medicine Physician... But most importantly, a primary care specialist! Primary Care has been on the decline in this country for some time now, but Dan is trying to bring it back into the spotlight! Hear about his important mission and what he can offer you here, in this stellar episode!
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00:21 - Introduction: Our Mission, and Shoutout to Bogey’s Pub!
01:27 - He’s Doctor Dan!
02:22 - What Doctor Dan Does… For You
03:26 - The Vanishing of the Private Practice
05:46 - Reactionary Medicine
07:23 - Bodhi’s Boogers Journey
09:12 - Putting the Primary Back in Primary Care
11:32 - The Patient Experience
13:50 - Unlimited Visits?!
14:55 - Coping with Catastrophe
17:13 - What “Primary” Really Means
18:59 - Commercial Break: Contact 1-800-Paint-Job Today!
19:11 - The Primary Care Shortage
21:04 - Healthcare Shouldn’t Just be a Transaction!
22:17 - Don’t Blame the Players… Blame the Game
23:46 - Rehumanizing Healthcare, One Patient at a Time (Shoutout to Todd Bailey!)
25:33 - How to Get in Touch with Doctor Dan
26:00 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Aimee Woodhouse, a local professional Lactation Consultant! Aimee helps expecting and current mothers prepare for the proper feeding of their children, and there's a lot more that goes into it than you might think! Give this episode a listen to find out what value her service - and other similar services, such as doulas - bring to our community.
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00:21 - Introduction: What’s an IBCLC?
01:29 - Shoutout to the Eden Center! https://www.theedencarecenter.com/
03:15 - What Does a Lactation Consultant Do?
05:32 - Discovering a Calling
07:41 - The Boob Whisperer
09:52 - Coming Home, and Filling a Need
12:50 - The Stress of Being a Mom
14:50 - Dads Do Their Best!
15:26 - How do Moms Find Aimee?.. Google at 2:00 AM!
16:57 - Shoutout to Tisha Graham: The Value of a Doula
18:32 - Lactation Care is… Covered by Insurance?!
22:18 - When to Call? Before the Baby Even Comes!
23:30 - A Precise Measurement
25:02 - Protecting and Promoting
27:42 - How to Get in Touch: www.aimeelactation.com, @AimeeLactation
29:00 - The Ups and Downs of TikTok
29:46 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Don "The Soldier's Son" Walton, a former pro MMA fighter turned fight coach! The road to "fighting for a living" was a difficult one to travel, but Don never gave up and made his dream come true! Listen now to hear his incredible success story!
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00:59 - Don Walton, a Man of Many Talents
01:54 - A Modern Day Master
02:44 - The Black-Belt Expectation
04:06 - The Path of the Warrior: How Don Found His Way
07:02 - Nothing to Fear in the Ring!
09:10 - What’s the Point of Point-Fighting?
10:17 - March, 2014… The Turning Point
12:09 - The First Fight
15:47 - A Bloodsport
17:36 - The Limitations of New York
20:38 - What is Muay Thai?
21:47 - A King’s Welcome
23:30 - Van Life
26:15 - Five Years in the Dojo: Turning Pro
30:38 - From Sport to Entertainment: Promoting Yourself
32:26 - The COVID Crash: It’s Time to Come Home
34:25 - Fighting in a Mask
35:54 - Round Two: Back to Pro
39:14 - Femur-Breaker: Shins of Steel
40:40 - The Current Line-Up: Don the Coach
44:30 - The Olympic Muay Thai Team
46:56 - Pro Fighting Aspirations… Anything’s Possible, But It’s Not for Everyone!
48:15 - How to Get in Touch: www.nebjja.com
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Alan VanTassel, the Outsourced VP of Sales at Velocity Sales! Developing and nurturing a sales team and structure for your business is no easy task, but Alan's got the know-how to take you from a sales slump to a bargain bonanza! How? Take a listen and find out!
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00:21 - Introduction
01:33 - What Alan VanTassel Does: Grow Sales with Strategy and Processes
04:22 - Not Just Strategy, But Tactics
05:43 - Helping the Many, Not Just the Few
06:30 - Entrepreneurship: A Path to Freedom, But No Path is Perfectly Paved!
08:37 - A Good Foundation Matters for Any and All Developments!
11:08 - Sales & Marketing: Not Rivals, But Closely-Knit Teammates!
12:38 - Guaranteeing Results
13:48 - The Value of Training
15:33 - Assessing the Sales Environment
16:51 - “Just Start Selling”? NO! Foundation is CRITICAL!
18:52 - Helping All Companies, Big or Small!
22:28 - Advice to the DIY-ers: Sales is Not as Easy as it Looks!
25:02 - Techniques Keep Evolving: Door-to-Door Just Doesn’t Work Anymore!
26:05 - Is There a Sales Technique Winner?.. The 50/50 Split
27:53 - Account Managers Aren’t Hard to Find… But Hunters?
30:31 - Relationship is EVERYTHING!
32:44 - From Local-Only to Selling Nationally… What Do You Do?
35:13 - Be Honest and Transparent… The Second You Aren’t, Big Trouble!
36:08 - Alan’s Key Piece of Advice: If it’s Not Working, Then Change It!
37:07 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Chris Leuzinger, the head tutor and founder over at Nourishing Minds! How'd he get started with professional tutoring? How did COVID affect his business? What subjects are kids struggling with nowadays? Listen to this episode and find out!
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00:21 - Introduction: What is Nourishing Minds?
02:37 - Nine Years of Excellence!
04:33 - Born From a Fluke: New York Couldn’t Slow Chris Down!
07:29 - The COVID Crisis… IMPROVED Chris’ Business?!
09:58 - And the Post-Pandemic Recovery… ALSO Improved the Business!
11:27 - Education Shifting
13:52 - Online Options… Not Very Popular for Tutoring, or Even in General!
15:52 - The Common Core Boogeyman
17:33 - Keeping Up With the Latest Methods
18:39 - Trials in Math and Englush… Anglish… Inglesh…
20:39 - Assistant Chief of the Fire Department, Too?! Helping People
21:58 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Brandi Tyler, the workout guru behind Unbroken Athletics and Club Midnight Crossfit! They talk on location after an intense workout and cover all the bases behind what it entails, who can join in on it, and more!
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00:21 - Introduction
00:38 - Unbroken Athletics vs. Midnight Crossfit: What’s the Difference?
01:26 - Why Crossfit?
04:00 - Crossfit vs. YMCA and Other Gyms
05:50 - Why Crossfit? Part 2
07:14 - Gyms During COVID
07:56 - Who is Crossfit For?
10:26 - What is Crossfit?
11:53 - Mike’s Experience with Crossfit… So Early!
12:31 - Commercial Break: Contact Bob Fitch Today!
12:46 - Crossfit Movements: All About the Barbels!
15:04 - Other Movements: They All Intertwine
16:21 - The Best Part About Crossfit: It All Comes Together!
18:34 - Pushing Yourself is What It’s All About!
19:57 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Samantha Bosshart, the Executive Director of the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation! Her organization is dedicated to preserving the historic legacy of Saratoga Springs in more ways than one, and they have an exciting event coming up very soon! Take a listen and find out what they're about, and what the event will be!
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00:21 - Introduction
00:42 - Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation: Who Are They…
01:24 - … And What Do They Do?
02:53 - The Objective: Preserving the Legacy of 65 Phila Street
04:39 - What Exactly Will Be Done?
05:26 - Previous Successes: 117 Grand Avenue, 5 Clinton Street
07:12 - Targeting Strategies, and the Most Gratifying Project… The Spirit of Life!
09:25 - An Upcoming Event: The Historic Homes Tour!
12:34 - Choosing Destinations
14:05 - Where to Buy Tickets and Learn More: https://www.saratogapreservation.org/
14:50 - What Does Membership Entail?
15:44 - A Great Mother’s Day Gift!
16:25 - Other Programs: Lunch & Learn, Breakfast & Buildings
17:17 - Just to Recap… Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Chris Mast, owner and operator of The Car Shoppe - two locations in Queensbury, and now, a brand new one in Malta! Where did he come from? How has he had such success? How do new mandates affect his business? To find out, listen to this episode!
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00:21 - Introduction
01:12 - A New Location: Hello, Malta!
01:56 - Started in Long Island… Now We’re Here!
03:09 - Why Cars? “I’ve Always Done Cars”
04:35 - The Shoppe is Community-Driven… Pun Intended!
05:46 - Vehicle Vending Machines… A Mistake?
07:05 - Inventory Shortages are Better… But are Going to Get Worse!
09:57 - Trucks MUST be Bought From a Dealer: Franchise Laws
12:13 - Mandates, Mandates, Mandates!
15:15 - From 3 Cars to 3 Shops: All Thanks to Good People!
18:53 - Growing Pains: Balancing the Old with the New
20:42 - Where Does it End?.. Who Knows!
21:51 - Passing the Business On… Has Gotten Harder!
23:40 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Teddy Foster and Chris Ryan - two superstars that work with the Universal Preservation Hall! They're hosting a fundraising event on May 18th: The Shaken and Stirred Celebrity Bartender Party! What will the event be like? Who will be there? To find out, listen to this episode, and check out their website at: https://universalpreservationhall.org/shaken-and-stirred-2023/
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00:21 - Introduction
01:23 - The Founding of The Universal Preservation Hall
04:24 - What UPH Does
05:09 - UPH’s Shows: Rosanne Cash, Louie Anderson, Bobby Collins, and So Much More!
06:14 - Fundraising!
08:03 - Coping With COVID… With Pinball?!
10:49 - Commercial Break: Visit SkyZone Trampoline Park in Queensbury!
11:04 - Rock Camp… And Maybe a Jazz Camp, Too!
11:52 - Eric Carl and The Very Hungry Caterpillar
12:42 - Chris’ Role on the Team
13:35 - Have You Heard of Shaken and Stirred?
14:35 - Celebrity Teams, with Their Own Themes!
18:22 - Commercial Break: Call Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Today!
18:41 - The Power of the QR Code: Pick a Team!
20:01 - The Steeple-tini: Taste-Testing in Progress!
21:04 - The Social Media Brawl: #ShakenAndStirred2023
23:23 - Boomerangs are ABSOLUTELY Still a Thing!
24:20 - The Newcomers: Micropolitan Matchmakers!
25:08 - No Spoilers: Come to the Event!
26:28 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Andy Liporace - the President of Blue Flame Gas - and Joe Cerrone, the Manager and Owner of Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning! New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act is calling for the installation of heat pumps in many homes and business throughout the state. What does this mean? Is it going to be expensive? Is it practical? These questions and more have been on the minds of everyone in the state... But don't worry! Our guests have all the answers you need here, in this informative episode!
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00:21 - Introduction
01:27 - A Basic Understanding of the New Heat Pump Laws
03:45 - How Will the Law Affect Businesses?
05:37 - Mike’s Heating Situation: How Far Building Codes Have Come
06:41 - What is a Heat Pump? Will it Be Able to Heat My Home?
09:26 - 500 to 5,000 Dollars in Rebates?! National Grid Grows Stronger
11:56 - The Weakness of the Heat Pump: They’re Less Effective the Colder it Gets!
13:09 - Is New York Really the Best State to Test Out This Law?
15:12 - Good for the Environment, But are Heat Pumps Sustainable?
16:29 - Replacing Your Heating Systems Won’t Come Cheap…
17:26 - … And the Use Cost is Often Higher, Too!
19:18 - Can the Grid Support This Change? Panel Upgrade Costs are Huge, Too!
21:46 - Crushing the Consumer to Protect the Environment
22:34 - The Smart Move: Hybrid Solutions
23:47 - Unrealistic Projections: Propane Supply and Demand Goes Down, But Not Rapidly
27:19 - The Miracle That is Renewable Propane
28:25 - What Should Homeowners Do? Don’t Miss the Rebates, Get a Free Estimate!
30:17 - Replace if You Need To, But if it Ain’t Broke…
31:14 - Your Needs are Unique! Math is Your Friend
32:49 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Jennifer "Gem" Rhodes - the founder of the Mind Body Soul Expo - and Drew Cali, a psychic-medium and intuitive guide! They discuss the fantastic offerings of the Expo, the trials Drew faced that led him to his practice, and even conduct a brief reading on Mike! You won't want to miss this episode!
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00:21 - Introduction
01:48 - The Mind Body Soul Expo
05:15 - Thousands of Attendees: A Positive Energy
07:01 - Handpan: An Amazing, Unique Instrument!
09:30 - Bringing in Drew
13:12 - Who is Drew Cali?
16:42 - Tragedy Upon Tragedy
19:50 - Growing: Mentally, Emotionally, and Spiritually
20:30 - A Fated Meeting: The Mind Opens
23:55 - Drew Awakens
26:13 - The Evidential Medium: Training Worldwide
29:11 - Standing in the River of Consciousness
32:09 - Commercial Break: Call Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Today!
32:28 - Drew Gives Mike a Reading!
37:12 - A Message for Mike
39:39 - The Process
42:05 - What’s the Connection?
44:19 - The Neon Sign in the Spiritual Shop
46:20 - Commercial Break: Call 1-800-PAINT-JOB Today!
46:31 - MBS Expo, April 8th! Free Admission!
47:50 - DrewCali.com: Pre-Order Your Event Ticket, Don’t Miss Out!
50:21 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Scott Peterson, a founding partner and attorney at D'Orazio-Peterson LLP! They discuss what services they offer to discriminated-against workers, how real law differs from what you see in the news, their mutual interest in podcasting, and more!
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00:21 - Introduction
00:51 - What is D’Orazio-Peterson?
01:51 - Employment Discrimination: What Does it Mean, and What Doesn’t It?
03:53 - Work-Leave Protections
05:15 - Not the “Chipotle” Experience
08:02 - Commercial Break: Contact Paul Smith with Renovo Real Estate Today!
08:28 - Personal Injury: Educate, Empower, and Guide
10:07 - Harmed by the Headlines: Your Case Matters!
12:25 - “I’m Not the Suing Kind!” Nobody is, Until They Have to Be
14:25 - Frivolous Lawsuits… Aren’t as Easy to Field as They Look!
18:01 - Tune in to Scott’s Podcast: TalkLex!
20:33 - Commercial Break: Contact Bob Fitch Today!
21:10 - “Are you Sure You Want to Date a Guy Named Scott Peterson?”
22:04 - The Johnny Depp Trial... Humor in Pathos
24:11 - Podcasters’ Woes
24:51 - Name Drop! Hi, Everyone!
25:25 - Intentionally Selective Practice
26:56 - 19 Years in Practice… Time Flies!
27:27 - Social Media: Options Galore!
29:13 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Sarah Craig, the Executive Director at Caffé Lena! Caffé Lena needs no introduction as one of the most historic spots in all of Saratoga Springs, and Sarah has plenty of stories to tell about its past, present... And future!
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00:40 - An Introduction to Caffé Lena, and Sarah Craig
02:40 - 10 People… 900 Events! Managing a Staff
05:45 - The 2016 Renovation
08:23 - A Deeper History: Caffé Lena’s Origins
11:43 - Entrepreneurial Optimism: Joy and Struggle, Struggle and Joy
13:59 - Check Out the Documentary at: https://www.wmht.org/lena/
14:17 - The Library of Congress: https://history.caffelena.org/
15:00 - Famous Performers… Have to Start Somewhere!
17:20 - The COVID Crash: Thank You to All Donors!
17:54 - Commercial Break: Visit Bogey’s Pub & Grill!
18:19 - Keeping an Audience: Could Saratoga Become an Artist’s Haven?
20:58 - Emerging Artists and Legends Only!
24:47 - Not Just for Folk Folks: Lineage is the Deciding Factor!
26:41 - Keeping Ticket Prices Reasonable, While Respecting Performers
29:58 - The Importance of Merchandising
31:47 - Post-COVID… Everybody Wants to Hear Music Again!
35:18 - Focus on New People
36:47 - Commercial Break: Visit Skyzone Trampoline Park, Queensbury!
37:50 - Weekdays… Open Mic, No Alcohol, Music Lessons!
39:35 - Amplifying Fellow Non-Profits
40:56 - The Art of Community
43:03 - True Songs
43:51 - How to Get in Touch: https://www.caffelena.org/
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Chris Ryan and Leah Parillo - the "Supreme Commander" and "Purveyor of Fun" respectively at SIX Marketing! Marketing can often be a challenge for burgeoning and experienced businesses alike, and these two have no shortage of advice to offer and strategies to implement! How can their expertise help YOUR business? Take a listen and find out!
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00:07 - Introduction
00:45 - Not a Marketing Agency; A Growth Agency!
04:02 - The Start of SIX
06:48 - What’s Special About the SIX Approach?
08:50 - What Makes a Business Thrive?.. There’s No Single Answer, But SIX Has Them All!
12:25 - The Influencer Market… Is There Value on a Local Level?
15:39 - What’s My Company’s Next Step?
18:08 - The TikTok Bubble
20:11 - Is Having a Social Media Presence Worth It?
24:37 - Lead Generation vs. Brand Awareness
27:55 - Shoutout to EOS!
28:54 - The Data Privacy Boogeyman: Gather All You Can!
31:15 - The Shiny, Happy, Positive Trend of 2023
33:26 - SCRAPPYYYYYYY!!!
34:32 - DISC Assessments: Learn to Communicate!
38:20 - In-Person Connections Are on the Rise!
40:13 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Ray Apy, the CEO of Saratoga Biochar Solutions! The organization is hoping to open a facility that can process biosolids and turn them into clean fertilizer, but they've encountered some problems along the way... Find out what their goal is and how their process works in this informative episode!
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00:07 - Introduction
02:04 - What is Saratoga Biochar’s Goal?
04:33 - The Maine Problem…
06:51 - … And How Biochar is Completely Different!
08:38 - Restoring Carbon to Its Place in Nature (After Cleaning!)
10:26 - What Happens to PFAS and Other Nasties?
12:56 - A Clean Stack
13:55 - Pyrolysis: Heating, But Not Burning!
17:12 - Polluting Days are Over: DEC Oversight is Strict, and Biochar More Than Complies!
21:30 - Manufacturer Guarantee: How Strong Is It? VERY!
27:25 - Being a Good Neighbor
28:31 - The Lawsuit
32:16 - Biosolids vs. Sewage Sludge… Not the Same, At All! Biochar Uses Biosolids!
34:46 - Without Biochar, the Environment Suffers!
39:15 - Biochar May Qualify For USDA Organic Certification!
39:43 - Ray Would Use the Biochar Product, Too!
40:39 - Closing Remarks: How to Find Out More
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews James Bruchac, the founder and program director of Ndakinna Education Center! They discuss the value of a "Renaissance Man", how martial arts can tone the body as well as the spirit, the many offerings of the Ndakinna Center, and more in this fantastic episode!
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00:07 - Introduction
01:14 - James Bruchac: A Renaissance Man
03:57 - The World’s Toughest 80-Year-Old
05:31 - The Ndakinna Center
07:37 - Mike’s Endorsement: He and His Son Loved Ndakinna!
08:45 - Martial Arts: Jiu Jitsu, Pencak Silat, Kyokushin Karate, Muay Thai
11:20 - SBR’s Own Chad Beatty: A Black Belt!
13:00 - The Don of Jiu Jitsu
14:30 - Jesse and the 13th Language: Abenaki
15:54 - Youth Martial Arts Training: Lots of Options!
18:28 - Martial Artists… Are Not Easy to Pick Out in a Crowd!
19:36 - Budding Martial Artists Have Nothing to Fear!
22:09 - Not Sure Which Style is Right For You? Try Them All!
25:08 - The Ups and Downs of Each Martial Art… And When to Use Them!
28:29 - Conditioning: Martial Arts to Get in Shape!
32:06 - Holiday Gifts: Buy Someone You Love a Membership!
32:45 - The Meaning of Ndakinna
34:29 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Nick Pavoldi, the massage master at Bodywork Professionals! They discuss the many different kinds of massage he can perform, how one of Nick's hobbies transformed into a lucrative side hustle, and the business' unique application of "Gong Therapy"... Don't know what that is? Take a listen and find out!
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00:27 - Introducing… Nick Pavoldi, and Bodywork Professionals!
02:30 - “Rolfing”: What is It?
05:33 - It’s Not About Crushing Pain, But CURING Pain!
08:17 - Mike’s Massages
10:04 - Not Just Rolfing: Any Kind of Massage Your Body Needs, From Mild Relaxers to Medical Therapy!
13:26 - Post-Natal Massage: An Essential Procedure!
15:48 - Gong Work: The Power of Sonic Restoration!
20:35 - Blasting Stress to Bits: BWOOOAAAAMMMM
22:30 - Letter-Pressing: Back to the Classics!
25:14 - Pursuing Your Passion
26:35 - Paying Rent with Whiskey Labels!
28:15 - Stepping Back in Time
30:04 - Put in the Effort: Even the Little Things Deserve Your Attention!
30:42 - Massage School: Bringing in the Pros to Teach the Next Pros!
34:18 - Even Santa Claus Loves Massages! Holiday Season Specials
35:34 - Closing Remarks: Call 518-MASSAGE!
In this episode, our host Steve Cully interviews Brandon Greczkowski - proprietor of Purdy's Discount Wine & Liquor and olympic-level judoka - and Jaclyn Shyptycki - a marketing mastermind! They discuss the store's stellar business model and offerings, how much work goes into being an olympian athlete, and more in this stellar episode!
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00:07 - Introduction
00:51 - A Brief History of Purdy’s Wine & Liquor: Open Over 60 Years!
03:30 - Judo: Starting Young and Moving On!
05:07 - Jacqueline’s Schooling: The Foreign Experience is a Delight!
08:04 - Marketing by Chance
09:29 - Ten Years in the Making!
10:32 - Competing in Judo: At the Olympic Level!
16:18 - Most Critical Aspect of Pro Judo: Cutting Weight
19:12 - Some MMA Talk: Amanda Nunes
22:23 - Marketing Strategies: Accept Your Limitations and Play To Your Strengths!
27:35 - Visit the Saratoga History Museum!
28:14 - Getting Back Into - And Out of - Judo
31:11 - Schmoozing: Right for Some, But Not All!
32:02 - Purdy’s: The Wine-Lover’s Dream Store!
34:37 - Leadership Quality: You’re Either a Leader, or You’re Not!
36:47 - Judo Training… More Fun if You Know the Basics Already!
40:06 - Splitting Duties: Get the Right People Assigned to the Right Job!
40:48 - Getting Through the Pandemic: Pretty Much No Change in Demand, People Gotta’ Drink!
42:50 - Married Life… Not That Different! Jacqueline’s Wedding
44:02 - A Marketing Tip: Don’t Try to Fumble Through It, Get a Professional! You NEED a Website!
46:22 - Holiday Top Sellers: Wine Makes a Great Present! Special Gift Boxes Available!
48:54 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Steve Cully tag-teams with Jamie Parillo from the Saratoga History Museum to interview Justin Bartlett, owner and proprietor of Dizzy Chicken! They discuss his culinary background, his history in Saratoga and Glens Falls, the challenges a restaurant can face, and more in this feature-length episode!
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00:01:29 - Sports History of Justin Bartlett
00:04:11 - Touring and Meeting His Wife in Romania!
00:08:37 - Farmers’ Markets: Justin Saw an Opportunity!
00:11:35 - Eastern European Work Visas… Need to Come Back!
00:13:13 - The Siren Call… Of Cooking!
00:15:16 - Culinary School is Just a Foundation: Get the Experience Next!
00:18:35 - Cooking is Not Enough: RUNNING a Restaurant is Part of the Battle, Too!
00:21:22 - Getting the Idea…
00:23:51 - Office by Day, Restaurant by Night!
00:25:49 - Smoking Chickens: The Process
00:27:14 - The Origin of Dizzy Chicken’s Name!
00:29:56 - The Wrong Side of the Street of Dreams
00:31:44 - 10 Million Dollars to… Nothing? Leaving Glens Falls
00:33:18 - Why Did Saratoga Work Out So Much Better?
00:37:15 - The COVID Crisis: How Dizzy and the Museum Coped
00:40:55 - Skip the Apps (If You Can) and Get Your Own Drivers!
00:43:17 - Learning From Mistakes: Control Those Profit Margins!
00:45:05 - Smoking With Hickory?.. NO! Oak and Maple!
00:46:20 - A Big Challenge: Balancing a Thoughtful Mindset With a Successful Model!
00:50:15 - Separate Business and Pleasure: A Funny Story
00:53:14 - Expansion? No Thanks!
00:55:01 - The Best Catering Opportunities: Weddings!
00:56:34 - A Tasty, Healthy and Locally-Sourced Menu!
01:01:27 - Smoking VS Frying: Two Very Different Methods!
01:04:49 - Working For Yourself is High-Stress… But It’s Worth It!
01:07:27 - A Five-Star Reputation!
01:09:26 - Building the Bar
01:10:21 - Restaurant Week: Three-Course Dinner, $25!
01:13:23 - Shoutout to the Staff!
01:15:10 - Murder in the Canfield Casino, December 8th!
In this spooky seasonal episode, our host Steve Cully brings in Jamie Parillo and Charlie Kuenzel from the Saratoga History Museum... To talk about GHOSTS! Ghouls, Wights, Phantoms, Specters; by any name, the remnant energy of the dead given form here on Earth... Get ready for a spine-tingling episode, as they'll talk about several confirmed encounters and readings, the potential history behind the haunting themselves... And our ghastly subjects just may chime in themselves with a few words.
By the way, listeners... The interference and noise in this episode was not added in editing.
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00:00:07 - Introduction
00:01:04 - HULK HOGAN, BROTHER!
00:02:21 - Ghost Tours at the Canfield Casino!
00:04:02 - Rationalizing the Presence of Ghosts as a Man of Science
00:08:12 - What Makes a Believer Out of a Skeptic?
00:09:40 - Connecting History to Canfield’s Spectral Stick-Arounds
00:11:51 - The Battle of Saratoga… Oops! I Mean, Battle of Schuylerville!
00:13:04 - John Morrissey’s Fascinating History: From Prize-Fighting to State Senator to Illegal Casinos!
00:14:05 - The Presence of the Dead Has Only Recently Coalesced!
00:15:45 - Calling on the Ghost-Hunters: Did a Great and Respectful Job!
00:17:14 - Dozens of Encounters...
00:18:17 - … But One Stands Out!
00:19:27 - Functional Equipment Still Has Spooky Errors!
00:22:05 - Taking an Uninvited Guest Home…
00:23:40 - Choosing a Floor… First is Tame, but Second and Third are Simply Teeming!
00:25:38 - “Interactive Personalities” - The Nurse
00:28:25 - Have You Heard Them?.. The Whispers of the Dead?..
00:28:50 - The Structure of the Ghost Tour
00:30:34 - The Ghost-Hunters Visit: Bringing Everything Short of a Proton Pack!
00:33:16 - Take a Picture. It’ll Last… FOREVER!
00:34:14 - Haunted Belongings: If You’re Not in the Will, Leave it Still, Or a Ghost Will Come and Give You a Chill!
00:36:15 - The Latest Phantasmal Encounters
00:37:28 - Halloween… More of a Living Holiday!
00:40:53 - Hauntings at the Bachelor Mansion and Lake Avenue School!
00:41:35 - Telling Classes About Ghosts… Only if They Behave!
00:42:07 - Overnight Stays… If You Dare!
00:43:00 - Local Ghost Hunters… Half a Dozen Organizations! Many Individuals as Well!
00:44:56 - A True Geistjäger Needs No Tools!
00:46:16 - What Lies Beyond: Paradiso, Reincarnation, Wighthood… Or Maybe All Three?
00:48:53 - Extraterrestrials… Impossible For Them Not to Exist!
00:50:04 - Quantum Theory and Relativity Cannot Coexist! There Are… Eleven Dimensions?!
00:53:35 - Mars Aeternum: The Plan to Land on the Red Planet
00:55:04 - Steve’s “Out-of-This-World” Experience
00:57:38 - The Spacefarer Budget Can’t Afford Compromise!
00:59:12 - THE DEAD SPEAK… Do You Hear?
01:00:30 - Making Money From Space Travel… Is It Possible?
01:02:25 - December 8th Fundraiser - Murder in the Canfield Casino!
01:03:58 - November 15th - Guest Speaker!
01:05:00 - Closing Remarks: Don’t Miss Out on the Upcoming Events!
In this episode, our host Steve Cully - the greatest podcast host in the (known) universe - interviews Mariah Fortune; Bowled Co. partner, trade show organizer and lacrosse coach extraordinaire! They discuss Steve's most controversial word "culture", the ups and downs of competitive atmospheres, and more in this stellar episode!
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00:07 - Introduction: Steve’s Got a(nother) Fan!
00:47 - The Great Culture Throwaround: It’s Not a Cheap Word!
02:46 - Where Do Staffing Issues Come From?.. Work-Life Balance!
05:12 - True Wealth is Not Money… It’s Having the Freedom to Do What You Need and Want To!
06:34 - The Entrepreneurial Spirit: Nature or Nurture?
09:15 - Where Did Mariah’s Success at ABC (and Beyond) Come From?
09:56 - Ad Break: Visit the Saratoga History Museum!
11:04 - How the Digital World Changed the Marketing Game
13:13 - Why “Bowled”?
15:06 - Opening a Business One Month Before COVID Hit… How Did Bowled Still Succeed?
16:17 - Overcoming Fear: Keep Your Foot on the Gas Pedal!
17:47 - Mariah’s Athletic Background… Doesn’t Exist?! Picking Up Coaching “Best Thing She’s Ever Done!”
20:21 - Cult-ure: The Sports Family Feeling
21:23 - Coaching Can Be Tough: Both Steve and Mariah Know!
22:36 - Sports: Get Into Them For the Right Reasons, and Learn How to Accept Losses!
25:13 - The Competitive Atmosphere: Lovely for Some, Toxic for Others!
27:16 - Franchise Coaching: Beginning at Bowled Now!
28:20 - Expos and Trade Shows: “The Bro Show” is Coming November 12th and 13th!
30:16 - It’s Not Always Easy to Sit Still!
30:53 - Mariah’s Next Venture…
32:23 - Operation At-Ease: Rescuing Dogs and Training Them to Be Service Dogs!
33:23 - Honoring our Veterans’ Sacrifices and Giving Back
36:07 - Steve’s Romantic Life… Take Her to The Bro Show!
36:38 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Steve Cully - the greatest podcast host in the universe - interviews Juan Luis Lopez Fons, the head producer at Emotivo Productions! They discuss Juan's interesting youth, his passion for documentary filmmaking, and more!
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00:07 - Introduction
01:40 - Steve and Juan’s Experiences With BNI
04:30 - A Brief History of Juan Luis: Money Can’t Buy Happiness!
09:05 - A Flash of Inspiration: Juan Turns His Interests Into a Money-Making Venture!
12:17 - Juan’s Philosophy: Meaning Must Come From Within! Find Your Purpose!
14:36 - Understanding Psychology: It’s Always Worthwhile to Try to Understand Your Fellow Man!
16:17 - Juan’s Favorite Projects… Documentaries! Writing, Directing, Editing, and More!
20:34 - Upstate Grounds: The Project That Never Was, and Never Will Be
22:36 - Come on, Steve! Snow is Great!
23:02 - Emotivo Productions: From Side Hustle to Professional Documentary Production Company!
25:16 - Personalizing Your Work: Take Pride in Anything that Has Your Name on it!
27:10 - Commercial Break - Visit the Saratoga History Museum!
28:14 - The Emotivo Process: From Concept to Finished Production
29:43 - Editing is Awesome, But Stressful: Picking the Best Clips and Unifying Them Just Right!
32:26 - Juan’s Wife: Julia Lopez
34:35 - Capital Region Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Helping Local Latinos!
37:37 - How Helping Your Community Helps You - In More Ways Than One!
39:23 - A Perk of Extroversion: The Fascinating Stories People Might Have For You!
41:26 - Patience… A Trait in Short Supply, The Value of Which Cannot be Overstated!
43:29 - Kindness Doesn’t Hurt! If Juan Wasn’t a Filmmaker, He’d Be a Mediator!
44:17 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch!
In this episode, our host Steve Cully brings back Josh Cupp for a return interview! He still had plenty to say, and you're going to hear it all here - his special jam-packed weekend, his efforts to cultivate a real family atmosphere in his business... And much much more! Take a listen and find out just what they've got in store for you!
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00:07 - Introduction
01:18 - Josh’s Amazing Weekend - From Work to Pro Golf to a Concert, and Back to Work!
04:45 - The Big Benefit of Age - Learning to Appreciate What Was Once Mundane
05:57 - Strange Setlist: Not Ending With the Main Attraction?
07:01 - Talking to a Security Guard… Friendliness Can Pay Off!
09:09 - Paying it Forward: Genuine Good Deeds are Often Rewarded (But Only If You Don’t Count On It!)
11:26 - 2004 Olympics: The Redeem Team!
14:44 - Back to Culture: Takes Work to Build, But is Absolutely Worth It!
16:09 - Business Has Costs: You Can’t Have Great Culture AND A Franchise!
17:39 - Maintaining a Happy Parliament: Josh’s Joy!
18:57 - Back to the Redeem Team: One of the Best Games of All Time!
21:15 - Picking One Sport… Not For Sico! Tennis, Golf, Flag Football, Baseball, Basketball, Sailing…
25:14 - Supporting Your Kid: No Matter Their Interests! Fusing Math and Sports Together!
27:11 - Joe Rogan? No Way! Steve or Bust!
30:24 - Verbalizing Affection: Don’t Just Assume People Know! Tell Them!
31:49 - Billy Zabka
32:53 - “Shutting It Off”: Is “Retiring” From Your Sports a Bad Thing?
33:25 - Yup, We’re Still Using the Modeling Photo!
34:46 - Josh’s Relationship With His Ex-Wife… “Intriguing”
36:00 - The “Looking Glass Self” - Who Do You Think You Are? It’s Important to Have an Idea!
38:07 - Josh the Introvert… Nobody is Wholly a Trope!
40:17 - Being “Woke” - Compassion is Important! (But Pick Your Battles!)
43:30 - Comparing the Looking-Glass Self to the Public Self: When Does the Difference Matter?
44:59 - Why is Treating Others Right Prone to Such Flux? The Enigma of Sapient Minds
47:29 - The Guy in Charge Takes the Blame… Such is the Way
50:33 - Closing Remarks
In this very special tenth episode, our host Steve Cully interviews Josh Cupp, owner of The Thirsty Owl in Saratoga; and "Juniper", a local musician that sometimes plays there! They talk about the Owl and Josh's incredible history, the importance of building relationships to building a business, and - you might have seen this coming, based on the title - a little music! You won't want to miss this landmark episode!
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00:00:07 - Introduction
00:00:51 - The Origin of Thirsty Owl’s Name
00:02:13 - The Origin of Juniper’s Stage Name
00:03:31 - Steve’s Meeting With Jewel
00:05:44 - How Steve Got Josh on the Show: Keepin’ it Real!
00:07:30 - A Brief Background of Josh Cupp: Rome, Golf, and… Women’s Studies?
00:10:38 - How Josh Does Restaurateuring: His Way!
00:13:06 - Juniper’s Testimony: Josh is Fun, But he Still Works Hard!
00:14:17 - How Josh and Juniper Dealt With the COVID Crisis
00:15:51 - The Quiet, Family-Oriented Golf Course That is Hidden Valley… And Their Salad Dressings!
00:17:02 - Who’s Ted? A Little Cupp Family History
00:22:19 - Steve’s Search: Finding Josh by Accident!
00:22:56 - Juniper’s Background: Connecting With Saratoga Via SPAC!
00:27:28 - Open Mic Night: For Novices and Pros Alike! Any Music Lovers Welcome!
00:29:07 - No, Juniper and Josh are Not Related!
00:29:38 - Saratoga Synergy: How the Town Made a Turnaround
00:33:08 - How and Why Did Josh Decide to Open a Restaurant in Saratoga?
00:36:40 - College Coaching: So Many Rules! Why Did Steve and Josh Leave?
00:40:00 - Not Just the Owner: Josh Bartends, Waits… And Mops!
00:41:40 - The Renaissance Man is a Man Who Dips His Quill in All Things!
00:42:24 - Balancing the Bill-Paying Work With Passion Work: Busy, But Fulfilling!
00:44:46 - Transitioning Into Running a Business: You’ll Need All the Help You Can Get!
00:49:03 - The Customer… Is NOT Always Right! 13% Will Bust Your Chops, 1% Can Never Be Satisfied!
00:51:22 - Engaging With Your Customers Can Make All the Difference in the World!
00:52:36 - Cultivating Culture: Not Just a Word, But a Philosophy That Must Be Deliberately Nurtured!
00:55:42 - Keeping Good Employees: Not Just Money or Benefits, But Sharing the Vision!
00:57:40 - Sticking Together: There’s Nothing Like Family! Ohana!
01:01:00 - Solo Act VS. Playing in a Band… Juniper Couldn’t Possibly Choose Just One!
01:03:27 - Playing With Steve Zucchini of the Zucchini Brothers!
01:04:12 - Substance Abuse… Affects Some Musicians, But Not Juniper!
01:06:26 - Recruiting Players: The Life-Blood of Any Sport! Josh Loved It! Transfer Protocol Being Gone is Great!
01:10:37 - MUSIC TIME!!! Juniper Plays “You Ain’t Woman Enough” as a Tribute to Loretta Lynn
01:14:49 - How to Find More Juniper Music: Online and Local Shows!
01:15:54 - Upcoming Events at the Owl: Wine-Pairing Dinner, Steve Candlen!
01:17:25 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our stellar host Steve Cully interviews Bob Fitch, head of the Bob Fitch State Farm Agency! They discuss Bob's history, his choice to start a business instead of climbing the corporate ladder, his business' moral philosophy, and more in this superb episode!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:08 - Introduction
01:34 - A Little History of Bob Fitch and His Family
03:00 - Bob’s Sports Experience: Division 2 Basketball at Green Mountain!
03:54 - The Burnt Hills Powerhouse: A Recent Phenomenon!
04:55 - Why Green Mountain?
07:25 - Steve’s College Experience at Yukon: A Much Larger School Makes For a Less Focused Experience!
08:35 - Steve Asks “The” Question: No, Bob Did Not Play Football!
09:07 - A “Mind For Marketing”
09:59 - How Bob Found His Way to Insurance
11:49 - Mortgage Brokering: The Inside Scoop
12:59 - A Very Special Internship
14:00 - The Importance of Workplace Culture
14:45 - Grammar Lesson: “Resonate” is the Word in This Case!
15:06 - Pivoting Away From Mortgages
15:53 - Underwriting: Triple-Checking if Doing Business is Worthwhile or Not!
17:14 - Educating and Getting to Know Your Customers: Essential for a Good Insurance Provider!
18:11 - Climbing the Corporate Ladder… Not For Everyone!
18:57 - Personal Connections: Less and Less the Higher You Climb!
20:16 - Self-Employment: A Challenge, But Such a Worthwhile One!
21:02 - How Independent is an Insurance Agency That Still Sells “State Farm” Insurance?.. VERY!
23:14 - The 2011 Return Home: State Farm Helped the Dream Become a Reality!
24:22 - Insurance Licensing: Not Too Hard! Take the Test!
27:32 - Where IS the Agency? Moreau, New York!
28:28 - How Did Sports Shape Bob Fitch… And How Can They Help Shape Others, Too?
30:59 - The Community’s Love For Bob Fitch: He’s More Than a Marketing Tycoon!
33:00 - Branding: Not Just For the Company, But For YOURSELF!
34:38 - Marketing: Not a Drag, But a Delight!
35:33 - Social Media Strategies: Quite the Change From Direct Mailing!
38:26 - Name-Dropping Bob’s Amazing Team!
38:47 - Which Platform is Most Successful? Doesn’t Matter - The Content Does!
40:22 - Leave the Inorganic Stuff to Corporate!
41:28 - Personalized Insurance: Auto, Home and Life to Perfectly Suit Your Needs!
43:58 - Salvaging Bad Experiences: Show Malcontents How the Pros Do It!
44:59 - Bob’s Employees?.. No! Bob’s TEAM!
46:38 - How Bob Can Handle Changing You From Your Current Provider
48:21 - Culture: More Than Just a Buzzword! Don’t Just Say It - MEAN IT!
48:58 - Closing Remarks
In this dynamite episode, our host Steve "Scully" Cully interviews JR Butler, the founder and CEO of Shift Group! They talk about the company's focus on hiring athletes, their strong training program, and more in this informative episode!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:07 - Introduction
00:34 - JR Confirms What We Already Know
01:32 - How JR Came to Start Shift Group
04:13 - How Athletes Make Good Sales Representatives: Focusing on the Fundamentals
05:41 - College Teaches Many Things… But NOT the Fundamentals You NEED!
06:56 - Recent Graduates VS Seasoned Recruits: Either is Good, But You Just Can’t Beat Experience!
09:49 - What Kind of Training Can Shift Group Hires Expect?
12:29 - How Much Work Goes Into Making a Good Resume? Is It Important?
14:58 - The Shift Group Team!
16:34 - Steve Harassed His Trainer: To Make Sure He Was Doing His Job Right!
17:28 - How and Why Did JR Decide to Make Time For Every New Employee?
19:27 - How are People Recruited to Shift Group?.. Not For Remote Workers!
21:25 - An Important Part of Sales: Matching Salesperson Personalities to the Clients!
22:43 - You’re Not Just a Resume in a Pile: You’re a Skilled, Valuable Person!
23:41 - What IS the Interview Process? Is it Consistent? How SG is Advancing Theirs
25:14 - Steve’s Experience With Shift Group: 24/7 Communication!
26:14 - Survive and Advance: Find Out How You Did, Even if it’s Awkward!
27:54 - Steve’s Heartfelt “Thank You”
28:54 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our fantastic host Steve Cully has legendary guest Aric Lemon back on the show for another round! They talk about how important drive is to business, how lack of accountability is hurting society, and more in this exciting sequel interview!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:07 - Introduction
01:03.- Operating in Florida: First Location Coming Soon!
02:47 - How Did Someone so Young Start a Business? What Inspired Him to do it?
07:07 - Help From a Mentor: Rob Potter’s Contribution to Aric’s Success
08:58 - Your Network is Your Net Worth: Get Out There!
10:44 - Aric’s Philosophy: Build a Life You Don’t Need to Take a Vacation From!
12:20 - Putting in the Time: Easier if You Make Your Own Hours! 80 Hours a Week!
14:18 - What Happened to Work Ethic?
17:50 - Taking Responsibility: Your Life is in Your Hands! Don’t Let Anyone Drag You Down!
19:34 - ICRYO Never Required a Mask During the COVID Pandemic! Never Compromise Your Principles!
22:37 - Communication: When to be Frank, and When to be Sensitive
25:08 - Don’t Just Make an Assumption: Include Your Staff on Decisions That Affect Them!
27:09 - How Did ICRYO Expand Under Aric’s Leadership? Franchise Coaching!
29:18 - Distributing Responsibility and Shares: There Should Always Be a Majority Holder!
31:54 - How Franchise Coaching Works: Past Successes
33:24 - Helping Others Helps You, Too!
35:12 - Be More Than a Boss: Helping Your Employees is in the Title “Manager”!
37:14 - How Selfishness Hurts Companies: There’s No Such Thing as 100% Efficiency!
37:50 - Closing Thoughts
In this episode, our host Steve Cully (who, may I remind you, is the greatest podcast host in the universe) interviews Jamie Parillo and Charlie Kuenzel: Executive Director and President respectively of the Saratoga History Museum! They talk to us about the fantastic exhibits currently on display, the fascinating history behind them, and - perhaps most importantly - the GHOSTS that haunt the halls of the museum! You won't want to miss this episode; ESPECIALLY if you're a Saratoga fan!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:07 - Introduction
01:25 - A Brief History of Jamie Parillo: Schuylerville Hometown, Saratoga Battlefield
03:08 - A Brief History of Charlie Kuenzel: Saratoga Hometown, Teaching Science, Writing
05:04 - Charlie’s Involvement in Astronomy
06:17 - Why are People so Fascinated by Saratoga and its Community?
08:53 - Steve’s Football Coaching Experience: How it’s Socially Different
09:32 - Saratoga’s Broad Appeal: Safety, Economy, Community
12:32 - The Saratoga History Museum: Founded October 16th, 1883!
14:08 - Some of Saratoga’s Biggest Events: Gilded Age, 1900s Recession… Constant Reinvention!
16:38 - Saratoga Horse-Racing: How it Started in 1847, and How it’s Evolved
19:19 - Museum Membership: What it Entails, What it Offers
21:10 - Women’s Designer Footwear: An In-Depth Exhibit of Victorian Fashion! Closing in January!
22:38 - Hotel Exhibit: A Step Back Into Old Saratoga’s Spectacular Stays!
24:29 - Saratoga Water: The Effects of its “Healing” Minerals, and How it Started the Town
27:08 - The Orientation Gallery: An Introductory Overview
28:51 - The Canfield Casino: Highest Stakes in the Country! Visit the Recreated High Stakes Room!
30:18 - The Bolster Collection: Snapshots From the Past! Copies Available!
32:11 - Educational Outreach Series: Teaching Local Schoolchildren About Saratoga!
33:36 - GHOSTS! SPOOKS! SPECTERS!
36:10 - Confirmed Spiritual Activity… More Than Just a Story!
37:38 - Ghost Tours are Available… If You Dare!
38:23 - Jamie’s Own Tale of Supernatural Experiences: Mischievous Poltergeists!
40:15 - Charlie’s Experience with Specters: Photographic Evidence! From Skeptic to Believer!
42:26 - Demi Lovato Gives a Thumbs-Up: Ghosts are Definitely There!
43:37 - Upcoming Events: Feast of Saint Michael, Public Ghost Tours!
44:49 - Charlie’s Testimony: Why You Should Visit the History Museum!
45:58 - How Can a Teacher Book a Class Tour?
46:31 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
In this episode, our host Steve Cully interviews Carly Connors, the executive director at the Saratoga Automobile Museum! She fills us in on current exhibits, upcoming events, and more in the Auto Museum's future!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:07 - Introduction
01:03 - A Brief Background of Carly Connors
03:44 - Competition in the Admissions System
04:56 - The Most Important Thing About College: Having a Rewarding Experience!
05:32 - The Saratoga Auto Museum… What Does it Offer?
07:05 - Education Programs: What Schoolchildren Can Experience and Learn at the Museum!
08:24 - Rising Through the Ranks!
09:14 - Upcoming Event: Motor-Car Auction! Classics and New Cars Alike!
11:10 - Upcoming Event: Fall Drive!
12:03 - Connection to Last Episode: The Charity Motor Club, Don Yenko!
12:53 - Upcoming Event: BMW Vintage Lawn Show!
13:18 - How Events Can Be Planned and Organized… Weddings and Parties at the Auto Museum?!
14:49 - A Basic Overview of the Auto Museum: Current Exhibit “Radwood”
16:04 - The Auto Museum’s Amazing Team: They Can Do Anything!
17:05 - Location, Team, Pricepoint: The Auto Museum Offers Something For Everyone!
18:03 - Sweepstakes: Win Your Very Own Ford Bronco!
18:45 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Steve Cully interviews Todd Bailey, the main man behind Todd Bailey Photo, Video & Marketing, and a key member of The Charity Motor Club! They talk about Todd's background, the challenges an agency can face, some muscle car history, and more!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:07 - Introduction
02:13 - A Little History of Todd Bailey
03:18 - Creativity: The Siren Call (One This Editor Knows All Too Well)
07:00 - Not Just Photography: Video and Web Design as Well!
09:20 - The Human Agency: Doing Everything He Can Himself!
10:24 - The Bailey Process: From First Phone Call to Final Resolution
12:30 - Managing Unrealistic Expectations: Marketing is the Near Future, Not Today!
15:47 - All Aspects of Photography: What is YOUR Optimal Outcome?
17:18 - Building Websites
18:32 - The Charity Motor Club: Car Fans Raising Money to Help Local Causes!
22:54 - How Did the Don Yenko Event Originate; and Who Was He?
25:00 - What is a Muscle Car?.. From 50s Hunk-o’-Junks to True Horsepower
27:33 - Upcoming Event: October 1st, the Fall Rally in New Hartford!
30:41 - Steve’s Experience with BNI
31:52 - What’s Special About Todd and Steve’s BNI Group?
32:39 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Steve Cully has a chat with Scott Clark from the Saratoga YMCA and Lois Celeste from the Saratoga Senior Center! They discuss individual projects, collaboration, and more! Take a listen!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:07 - Introduction
00:46 - Background of Lois and the Senior Center
02:07 - Background of Scott and the YMCA
04:00 - What the YMCA Has to Offer: Facilities Much Better Than You Might Expect!
05:18 - New Building For the Senior Center: Coming Soon!
06:25 - Partnership: Senior Center and YMCA, Working Together!
11:00 - Membership Levels: Different Services, Different Rates! Nobody Left Behind!
13:30 - Hours and Their Reasoning; After-School Program
15:34 - YMCA Employee Benefits: Good Wages, Membership, Discounts, and More!
17:25 - Senior Center Openings and Volunteer Needs
18:20 - YMCA Thanks to the Community and Upcoming Events
19:15 - Senior Center Goals, and How You Can Help
In this episode, our host Steve Cully interviews Aric Lemon from ICRYO; a multi-state health & wellness business that offers cryotherapy, IV infusion, red light therapy, and more! Steve and Aric discuss the opening moves of the business, some of the challenges they face in the current market, and more!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY, or Spa City Digital.
00:07 - Introduction
00:49 - A Brief History of Aric Lemon
03:24 - Eric’s Positive Attitude: A Key Part of his Success
05:00 - Why Cryo? A Health & Wellness Tale
09:01 - The Opening
10:34 - What Was Required, and What Cryo Do For You?
13:32 - How Cryotherapy Helped Steve!
14:58 - Why Don’t Some Doctors Recommend Cryo: The Ugly Truth
18:56 - The Downturn of Critical Thinking
21:10 - I-Cryo’s Marketing Tactics: Can’t Advertise in Hospitals!
23:11 - The Medical Community’s Shift From Preventative to Reactive Care
27:00 - The Weaponizing of Opinions: From A Game of Chess to a Fist-Fight
29:08 - Returning to Upstate: What Motivated Aric’s Location Choices?
33:18 - The Challenge: Educating AND Selling to Customers (At the Same Time!)
35:38 - New York VS Florida: What a Difference Restrictive Government Can Make!
37:11 - Closing Remarks
In this episode, our host Steve Cully interviews Mike Nelson from Spa City Digital, and Nick Kolor from Individual Analytics! Mike introduces us to the general concept of this new podcast, while Nick fills us in on what his self-help business is all about!
A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION
00:07 - Introduction and Podcast Overview
04:13 - Saratoga-Centric News: An Under-Served Market
07:31 - Saratoga: Always Growing, Not Just a Seasonal Town!
09:44 - New Guest: Nick Kolor from Individual Analytics!
10:25 - Nick Kolor: A History
12:01 - What is Environmental Engineering?
14:18 - Individual Analytics: What it Offers
16:51 - The Six-Foci Method… What is it?
18:52 - Depression: The Mental Health Community’s Mishandling of it, and IA’s Methods
24:05 - Addiction: Fighting the Root Cause
28:33 - Dealing with Suicidal Tendencies: See a Professional!
31:48 - Closing Thoughts