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Lizi Heaps has fearlessly stepped into her mother's shoes as The Food Nanny, ensuring the enduring legacy of culinary expertise and baking mastery. In a riveting conversation, Lizi unveils the tale of how she resurrected the business from a lull after her mother's retreat, skillfully leveraging the power of social media and technology to amplify her devoted following.Prepare to be enthralled as Lizi recounts the serendipitous venture into the realm of Kamut grain, an extraordinary example of impeccable timing and seizing opportunities. Discover the enchanting narrative behind her most recent endeavor, as she takes on the mantle of authorship with the captivating book titled "For The Love of Kamut." Delve into her ingenious time management techniques, where she intricately weaves her children into the creative process, breathing life into an inspiring fusion of family and enterprise.Immerse yourself in Lizi's insightful reflections on both business expansion and personal growth, as she gracefully intertwines t

Doris Mayday is an exceptional individual who has carved a unique path as a model, clothing designer, and producer for the renowned Dapper Day events, all while embodying her vintage-inspired lifestyle. Her captivating story unfolds from a stereotypical upbringing, where she experienced the trials and tribulations of being considered the "ugly duckling" during her teenage years. However, against all odds, Doris blossomed into a highly sought-after pin-up model, showcasing her incredible talent both in front of and behind the camera.Not content with solely gracing the pages of magazines or the runways, Doris also channels her creative energy into designing captivating clothing collections. With a keen eye for vintage aesthetics and an innate sense of style, her designs captivate and inspire fashion enthusiasts worldwide. As if her modeling and design endeavors weren't enough, Doris takes on the additional role of producing Dapper Day events, renowned gatherings that celebrate classic style and elegance.Beyond

How do you build healthy and friendly neighborhood convenience stores?Varish Goyal is a businessman, father and husband who continues to build his family business of neighborhood friendly gas station convenience stores. Varish shared the background of the company and how he is continuing to grow the business with technology and leadership.He has a great story from his college days and stressed the idea that what you start out thinking you want in a career might, and often times, change over time. He found this out after being enrolled in the pre-med program at Wake Forest University. Switching to an MBA degree and now being the president of a multi chain store chain seems fortuitous now.Make sure to visit one of the Loop Neighborhood stores and check out how they are making the convenience store experience healthy and better.If you like the podcast, I would love it if you left me a review! Also, feel free to contact me directly via DM regarding this episode or anything in the podcast that may have related to

Can you create mainstream fame from Tik Tok fame?Josiah Smith is an actor, father and husband who is finding fame making comedic skits using the Tik Tok app. He is now looking to see if he can leverage his Tik Tok fame and work his way into a “traditional” comedic show. For me the Tik Tok app is a new adventure into the social media world of platforms but for him he is seeing a surge of acceptance and acknowledgement growing his 400K followers fan base. Josiah is using the app to create comedy skits utilizing his wife, daughter and friends to complete the sketches. His “Bad Sheriff” character is particularly funny for me as I can relate to raising daughters and the fun that can happen along the way.His wife, Kristin Smith, stays busy as the sports anchor for their local CBS news channel so we talked about balancing schedules while raising their daughter and how they are planning on handling his growing responsibilities with making content. Make sure to listen to his response when I ask him if he is starting t

OP Almaraz is my guest on today’s podcast. OP is the president and founder of Allied Restoration. After years working for others and making them successful OP decided it was time to build his own company. Coming from a difficult but nurturing upbringing OP learned how to be successful and now shares his success with his team.Public speaking is just one of the ways OP is sharing his story. The workshops and teambuilding exercises he makes his team complete shows that he is walking the walk. I had a great time speaking with him and we shared some similar background stories. It’s not often that you meet someone that practices what he preaches and has the success to prove it.Make sure to check out OP and his company, Allied Restoration, on their social media platforms and follow him to find out what you need to be successful.If you like the podcast, I would love it if you left me a review! Also, feel free to contact me directly via DM regarding this episode or anything in the podcast that may have related to you.

"Harmonizing Highways and Melodies: Unveiling Decades of Musical Journeys with Steve Stevens"Brace yourself as we unveil a symphony of stories and insights shared by none other than the legendary road warrior himself, Steve Stevens. Embarking on a journey that traces back to the tender age of 7, Steve's virtuoso guitar prowess has weathered the sands of five decades, resonating with an everlasting rhythm that continues to enthrall audiences worldwide. A true rock icon, he still ignites the stage alongside the electrifying Billy Idol, a partnership spanning almost 40 years. Through this remarkable alliance, Steve has unlocked the gates to the enigmatic realm of the music industry, a domain where he's collaborated on harmonies with luminaries such as Michael Jackson, Ric Ocasek, and Vince Neil.But that's not all—Steve's sonic footprint extends to the silver screen, his melodies gracing the soundtracks of blockbuster classics like "Top Gun" and "Speed." A more recent crescendo finds him converging with the super

“Pivoting Against the Odds: From Navy SEAL to Author, Actor, and Speaker – A Conversation with Jason "Jay" Redman”In an electrifying episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the extraordinary journey of Jason "Jay" Redman, a remarkable individual whose life story serves as a testament to resilience, adaptation, and unwavering determination. From the battlefield to the limelight, Jay's story is nothing short of awe-inspiring.Our guest today is not just any retired Navy SEAL; he's an accomplished author, a charismatic actor, and an impactful public speaker. However, his path to these diverse roles wasn't paved with ease. A pivotal moment that shattered his career trajectory occurred when he was shot while deployed in the heart of Iraq. The aftermath of this harrowing experience forced Jay to redefine his purpose and embrace a new direction in life.We delve into the riveting details of how adversity led to transformation. With his career as a Navy officer derailed, Jay embarked on an extraordinary journey of he

How do I make a smooth transition from Rapper to Author?R Prophet is my guest on today’s podcast. R Prophet is a rapper, actor and now author of the Amazon bestselling book “Grams to Grammys”. As one of the originators of the rap group Nappy Roots, R Prophet was nominated for 2 Grammys while traveling the world for tours and visiting the troops in the Middle East. He has a great story about sharing a plane ride back from Iraq with an unexpected celebrity. We talk about the differences, pros and cons, of touring as a solo artist now versus with a group. Another topic of discussion was about how the lockdown has and is affecting his music touring as well as the book signing tour he had to postpone. He is working on several exciting upcoming projects including his latest project Incredible Smoke LLC. Check below for the website link.He has a positive mindset for a successful 2021 and future. Make sure to stay in touch with him on his social media platforms.SUBSCRIBEYou can subscribe to The Travel Wins Podcast on

Can I travel the world on a budget?Lindsay Myers is my guest on today’s podcast. Lindsay is a luxury travel expert on a budget. Sounds like an oxymoron but Lindsay has figured out ways to travel luxuriously while on a budget. The best part of her experiences is that she shares her tips with everyone on her website and blog.As a business owner that travels extensively for work I am always looking for ways to spend my time on the road as comfortable as possible without spending huge sums of money. Beyond just the actual tips that Lindsay shares on the podcast, it was great to hear her mindset on building a personal brand business and how she is adjusting thru the worldwide lockdown. Having a supportive newlywed husband who has the ability to travel with her is a big help.Make sure to connect with Lindsay Myers on her social media pages and keep an eye out on your local television channels for her guest appearances.SUBSCRIBEYou can subscribe to The Travel Wins Podcast on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHea

What is really like being a sports agent?David Baden is my guest on today’s podcast. David is an agent for one of the largest agency firms in the world, IMG a division of William Morris Endeavor. His specialty is working with Winter Olympic athletes. David’s story is inspiring knowing that you don’t always get the exact career you thought you wanted. Having a background and passion for tennis, David was hoping for a job with IMG working with tennis companies and athletes. He was offered the job to work with winter sport Olympians and he never looked back.We had a great talk about being successful as a sports agent, the many countries he visited while touring with his athletes, how the lockdown is affecting his business and what he sees for his future after the lockdown. ABOUT David BadenProServ: Revamped and managed ticketing operations for three ATP Tour tennis events in Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA and Scottsdale, AZ. Also managed player services.IMG: Began as Marketing/Tour Director for Stars on Ice. A mul

Has someone ever told you that your shirt stinks?Wen Muenyi is the CEO and Founder of HercLeon. A clothing brand designed as laundry-free clothing that is soft, colorful and easy to maintenance. The features of the Apollo shirt are the shirts don't have to be washed. Yes, you read that right -- their laundry-free shirt can be worn for days, weeks, and even months without having to be washed.Other Apollo features include:Odor Resistant: Imagine a shirt that doesn't stink, and that's what you'll be wearing every single day. Our shirts allow you to smell good no matter what challenges life throws at you.Temperature regulating: What's worse than wearing a shirt that gets too hot and uncomfortable? Well, the Apollo is comfortable in all conditions like the harsh Minnesota winter and even the hot summers in Death Valley. Wrinkle Resistance: Don't you love having a wrinkled shirt? No? That's why they made sure their shirt was wrinkle resistant, so we don't have to bring an iron whenever we end up.SUBSCRIBEYou can su

Can I make a career of mentoring others mindset?Danielle Grant is my guest on today’s podcast. Danielle is a sought after Mindset Mentor, Author, Speaker, Educator, and Spiritual Gangster. Danielle shared her story on how she got started in the corporate world and then moved to the entrepreneurial world. She helps people with their mindset to success. She has branched out to public speaking, blogs and podcasting in order to spread her message in helping others.Danielle shares her thoughts on Buddhism as well as her outlook on getting thru the worldwide lockdown. Like so many others, Danielle is pivoting her business model as much as she can to remote experiences and biding her time to when she can travel for speaking engagements again. If you are interested in improving your mindset and outlook find her on her social media pages or her website www.yourmindsetmentor.com.SUBSCRIBEYou can subscribe to The Travel Wins Podcast on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreake

Can I switch careers and still be successful?Brian Butler-Au, founder and CEO of SuckerPunch Entertainment, is my guest today. SuckerPunch Entertainment is one of the most respected and established athlete management and marketing companies in all of Mixed Martial Arts. Representing fighters such as Rose Namajunas, Weili Zhang, Jens Pulver, Felice Herring, Carla Esparza, Angela Hill and Paul Felder plus dozens more top tier fighters gives Brian and SuckerPunch quite the insight as to the changes in marketing, sponsorships and management for the fastest growing sport in the US, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).We talk about the struggles of scheduling and traveling to so many different states and countries for fighters and how the fighter determines if they want SuckerPunch at the fights or to be hands off during fight week. Obviously the worldwide lockdown has affected the fighters and even the sponsorship opportunities available to the fighters. Brian and his team are working thru the lockdown issues and continuing

In today's captivating podcast episode, I have the pleasure of hosting the legendary bass guitar virtuoso, Rudy Sarzo, as my esteemed guest. Rudy's illustrious musical career has left an indelible mark on the world of heavy metal and hard rock, solidifying his place as a prominent figure in the industry.Renowned for his exceptional bass guitar skills, Rudy gained fame through his remarkable contributions to iconic bands like Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, and Whitesnake. However, his musical journey doesn't end there; he has also lent his talents to several other well-known acts, such as Manic Eden, Dio, Blue Öyster Cult, Geoff Tate's Queensrÿche, and Devil City Angels. With a touring career that dates back to 1981 when he joined forces with Ozzy Osbourne, Rudy's experiences in the music industry span decades, making him a true veteran and authority in his field.During our fascinating conversation, we delved into the essence of what makes a musician truly invaluable to a band, exploring the unique qualities and s

How do you start your own fragrance line?Geir Ness is my guest on today’s podcast. Geir is the founder of the fragrance company in his name. We had a great talk about entrepreneurship and what it takes to make a successful fragrance company. A true entrepreneur, that traveled 300 days a year for his company, is re-directing his efforts in new places until we can start traveling again. He has some great takeaways for air travel and how he is able to maintain his fitness while traveling the world.His mainstay product is the perfume named Laila, after his mother. To make his appearances more special, whenever possible he and his mother Laila together make special appearances throughout the United States to promote the company he started and now is an established million-dollar fragrance company. He got his “lucky” break getting his product placed in Nordstrom’s. Geir maintains the most positive upbeat and optimistic outlook on life you will ever encounter. Norway’s morning show “Good Morning Norway” featured h

What is involved in the marketing of water?Rob Koenen is my guest on today’s podcast. Rob is the chief marketing officer of the Michigan based company, Boxed Water. We had a great talk about sustainability, changes in business due to the lockdown, and future expansion plans. Boxed Water is doing great things outside of just providing great tasting water by incorporating the planting of trees with their social media fans. Make sure to check them out and see how easy it is for them to plant some trees with just a post.It was interesting to hear Rob talk about working for a company with a bigger purpose versus just marketing for another company. Make sure to listen for their approach to sponsorship opportunities and how they feel about influencers.SUBSCRIBEYou can subscribe to The Travel Wins Podcast on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreaker, Podnews, Castbox, Overcast, Breaker, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Spotify.Intro song "Road Trip" by Robin Tricker#boxed w

On today's podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting AM Davies, an exceptional individual with a multitude of talents and a strong dedication to supporting and championing dancers and strippers. AM's own journey as a stripper, pole dancer, and pole dancing instructor grants her unparalleled insights into the needs and rightful aspirations of individuals working in these professions.Our conversation was truly enlightening as we delved into her vibrant dancing career and her unwavering advocacy for dancers nationwide. AM not only shares her personal narrative but also provides a platform for numerous dancers to share their own stories through her podcast and social media channels. Her commitment to amplifying the voices and experiences of dancers is truly commendable.However, our discussion took a poignant turn as we explored the impact of a life-altering accident AM experienced, which ultimately led to the amputation of her lower left leg. This profound event added an additional layer of complexity to her journey

Thank you for listening to this powerful interview with Darren Rude!What is an essential business that flourishes during a lockdown while helping people?Darren Rude is the CEO of Youtheory supplements. Darren and his wife, Patty, founded and operate the Irvine, California based supplement company. We had a great talk about how the lockdown has affected his company and business travels. While he is traveling less for business he is seeing an increase in sales due to people wanting to stay healthy while they are concerned about the Covid-19 virus.We also discuss the company’s future plans of expansion, how they look at sponsorship opportunities in the future and the positive reasons for flying a company jet versus chartering or flying commercial.Plus much more… Let me know what you think as well by subscribing on social media:You can follow me at the links below:Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreaker, Podnews, Castbox, Overcast, Breaker, Pocket Casts, Radio Public

Will Chad Michael be a lockdown turnaround success story?Chad Michael is the CEO of AdVenture Games. His company builds fun and interactive games for companies to build their company morale and supports team building among each other. We had a great talk about the success of the company as well as the major shifts he’s made since the lockdown effectively shut down his business. Having to re-focus and re-purpose his entire company from in person events to digital, remote events is the biggest challenge but Chad feels his company has made the turn. Having a clientele roster with companies like Google, Wells Fargo, Home Depot Verizon, Telemundo and NBC has shown Chad that he can build and run a successful company.SUBSCRIBEYou can subscribe to The Travel Wins Podcast on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreaker, Podnews, Castbox, Overcast, Breaker, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Spotify.Intro song “Road Trip” by Robin Tricker#chadmichaels #adventuregames #adventure #e

"Unlocking New Horizons: Amanda Nelson's Journey from Event Manager to Texas Travel Influencer"In this captivating episode of The Travel Wins podcast, we delve into the inspiring story of Amanda Nelson, the dynamic CEO and content creator behind ExploringAmanda. Amanda's unique perspective as a tripod traveler and her unwavering commitment to promoting independent travel experiences make her a true trailblazer in the world of Texas tourism.Amanda's journey takes us through a landscape of adventure and authenticity. Her followers cherish her for her adventurous spirit and candid insights into the Lone Star State. With Amanda, you're not just getting a travel guide; you're gaining a trusted companion on your Texas explorations.But Amanda's rise to travel influencer stardom didn't happen overnight. She's earned her stripes by collaborating with Texas tourism boards, including South Padre Island and Visit Paris, Texas, to showcase the hidden gems of these remarkable destinations. Her dedication to highlighting un