The Corner Booth: Recent Episodes
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Jib Hunt turned pro while still in college. And became one of the biggest stars in snowboarding during the sport’s early years. He’s also an insanely talented illustrator, graphic designer, marketer and the man responsible for resurrecting one of the world’s most iconic snowboard brands - Kemper. Learn all about brand creation and rehabilitation with a man who really knows his stuff. And his snow.
Tea Squares are the superfood energy bites caffeinated with organic tea that give you the energy to focus. And they’re the creation of entrepreneur and healthy snack food guru, Jordan Buckner. He’s a man on a mission to create natural snacks that taste great, and a business owner committed to fueling economic growth in urban communities. We’re having a tea party in The Corner Booth today. And you are invited!
Digital marketing; we all know the phrase. But so few really understand what it means. Cooper Jitts is the digital guru behind TALK Agency - a group of real life heroes that are making the digital realm accessible and profitable for big old companies and the common man alike. Hear what it’s like to walk away from success, only to find more meaningful personal and professional achievement elsewhere!
Everybody loves brunch! But some people really love it. So much so, that they were inspired to create an exciting new line of savory preserves, made with fresh, delicious fruits, zero preservatives - and infused with premium liquors. You read that right, delicious jams spiked with alcohol. What could be better? It’s a true grassroots success story; a tasty tale of booze, business and beautiful breakfast foods. Let’s dig in!
The open road. The open market. Where the two shall meet; anything is possible. And nobody knows this better than Austin Rothbard, founder and enthusiast behind TwistedRoad.com. It’s the answer to Uber, to Airbnb: supporting modern motorcycle rental worldwide. And it’s the one-man adventure story that’s as curious and inspiring as it is hardcore and innovative. Rev it up, because this is The Corner Booth!
The world can be a scary place. But it's important to remember that there are still good guys (and gals) out there. People committed to protecting our person, property and data. AGB stands for "always giving back". And when the security experts at AGB Innovative Security Solutions aren't busy protecting the innocent, they're busy giving back to the community. Let's get Top Secret in The Corner Booth!
Where do our favorite menu items come from? Brilliant chefs like Jay Miller from Firehouse Subs. Learn how delicious sandwiches are born. Where the geniuses behind them come from. And how Firehouse Subs is literally saving lives and supporting real life heroes like firefighters and first responders with the hearty, flavorful subs they serve. It’s our tastiest episode of The Corner Booth yet!
Suiting up grooms and guys for weddings usually takes a backseat to dress shopping for the bridal party. But two entrepreneurs with complementary skill sets have created a company and new system of finding the perfect fit, without breaking the bank, that’s changing the way couples shop for formal wear. From top to toe, when it’s #TimeToSuitUp, The Groomsman Suit has you covered.
Books are magical. And reading is a gift. But learning how isn’t always easy for children. Early literacy expert Dr. Erika Burton’s revolutionary Stepping Stones Together beginning reading program is changing the way kids learn how to develop reading skills. And reuniting parents with their children through a love and commitment to the written word. Join the Doctor and I in The Corner Booth for our most important episode to date.
Who hasn’t dreamt of living inside the world of their favorite movie? Jon Heilman is a master movie prop replicator; a passionate cinephile overly devoted to the art of recreating super screen-accurate movie props. Ever wondered how to launch your own online store for handcrafted goods? Join Jon and I in The Corner Booth for a conversation about all things cinema and e-commerce.
Who builds a leisure empire from their college dorm room? Brandon Austin did. And his Go Fish Cam has gone on to become the most popular underwater, wireless fishing camera and mobile app in the world today. True stories from a young man that’s done it all. Got an idea that you’re not sure what to do with? Brandon joins The Corner Booth to explain how to get it done.
Brett Solomano takes a break from his day on the set of The Walking Dead to join us in The Corner Booth and discuss his work as one of film and television’s top stunt performers. It’s a rare glimpse into the death-defying world of Hollywood stunt work. And a revealing conversation about facing fear and applying the simple tools required to live an extraordinary life.
Flo Music is the Jukebox of the 21st Century, a Music-Super-Platform built for the streaming age - and the brainchild of entrepreneur Alex Oberman. Learn what it takes to get an app up and running in the hyper-competitive and always changing world of streaming music; from a man who knows plenty about chasing dreams and beating the odds.
For Chef Amber Marie, it’s all about helping others live their best life. First as an education law and civil rights attorney in New York. Now as a chef based out of Savannah, Georgia. Her company Clean Cuisine has inspired countless people in need of help get on a path toward healthier eating. Business is booming. And she did it all from scratch.
Randy Pavlock is the boss at Hunter Properties. And considered the Godfather of Chicago Real Estate. Join Randy and I at The Corner Booth where we'll be discussing his unlikely ascent toward real estate regency, learning all about what it takes to succeed in a crowded, volatile property market and taking a unique trip back through time to explore his story...and the history of Chicago itself.
For Paul Hollingsworth, LEGO is more than a kids' toy. It's become a way of turning the childhood hobby he never quite outgrew into the business he calls his own today. Digital Wizards Studios is home to the best LEGO and stop motion animators in the world. And it all started with Paul and a couple of friends having fun in his living room.
Ever dreamed of playing and designing games for a living? Jon Cohn did. And has since gone on to create his own highly successful board game company - Bread and Circuses. During our conversation, Jon gets into the details of his pop cultured-paved path to gaming infamy, discusses the tabletop gaming renaissance and clues aspiring designers in on how to get their foot inside this red hot industry’s door.
Want a human skull shipped to you tomorrow? We’ve got a guy. Jeremy Schott is the mad genius behind Long Beach California’s Dark Art Emporium. From co-producing movies alongside Charlie Sheen to directing professional wrestling from Hollywood, Jeremy has done it all. And this California gallery for all things macabre is his latest, and most interesting venture yet.