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Sharing stories from astrophotographers around the world Because its the people of astrophotography who emit the most light Please leave a review and subscribe - it will help this podcast reach more people. Or better yet, share it directly with your friends. Let me know your thoughts in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyarders/message Feedback and ideas for future episodes can be emailed to under.sthn.skies@gmail.com Clear skies
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for promotional, entertainment, or educational purposes only. NOT for sale, or any other commercial purposes. Thanks be to God for making it all possible!! To the memory of Melvin Wharton (The man in the hat, you were admired more than you know), Ryan "Giggles" Reyes (I'm rolling steady with the punches brother), Rudy! (Still trying to tone it down brother!) and Jason Ulrich (I admired you solid, and you always had time to push me MAD forward) you've always believed in me, I am in eternal de ...
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Why, you ask, in the world would you spell Brien B- R- I- E- N? Well, I'll tell you why- because the E stands for a lot of different things that happen to represent the Ask Brien Podcast. The E stands for EMPATHY, putting yourself in other people's shoes. EXCELLENCE, because this show exudes excellence. Another E, is the ENGINEER, because you can't run this show without the engineer. And last but not least, EXPERTS, because you need to be an expert to be on the Ask Brien show. Every business ...
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Even rock stars need inspiration (through a mash-up of music, art, film, photos, etc.). Watch us D.I.Y. Rock Stars find our muse; while doing “regular” life. Blooming Prejippie. Here we are chopping it up about the D.I.Y. Rock Star lifestyle, music, and other creative mindest culture. Our talk show, "Gab & Jam," is available in the following formats: The podcast page: https://bit.ly/gabandjamhq To see the entire blog posts, click here:http://bit.ly/bpblogsubscribe To listen to the podcasts, ...
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1. Jahnya - Wait 2. Aáyanna - Wont Cry 3. Essosa - Waste My Time 4. Zenesoul - Pain, no Percocet 5. Drake -I m The Problem 6. Aliah Sheffield - Boo The Fool 7. Buddy Vonn - Love & BS 8. Grace Weber - Lonely 9. T - Royal - Touch Me 10. Jastin Martin - Why Not 11. Ebony Riley - Save Me 12. kiana ledé - Same Type 13. Keitian - Bullshit 14. Maeta - S (EX) 15. Chenayder - Save U 16. Layton Greene - Spin Again 17. Kiana Ledé - If You Hate Me 18. Ash B - Grown 19. Aqyila - Addicted 20. Ann Marie - ...
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Should you form a corporation or LLC immediately when starting a business? This week, our very own Peter Bronstein is discussing how to set up a business correctly, and the impacts that could happen if you don’t. He describes what companies need to know when it comes to written and verbal contracts, and how to best protect yourself. Peter dives int…
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Does it feel like you're spinning your wheels to get your business noticed? This week, we have Michelle Griffin on the show who is an expert on branding. As a Personal Brand and PR Advisor, Michelle discusses how to get your name out into the world as a small business and the best way to create a good message for potential clients. She talks about …
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335. Copying, Inspiration, Plagiarism. Where Is The Boundary? (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast
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335. Copying, inspiration, plagiarism. Where is the boundary? (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionIn this installment, we will be considering the following questions: • Where do we draw the line between copying, inspiration, and plagiarism?• Where might we cross lines without realizing?• Is it okay if I copy somebody to learn?#plagiarism #c…
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Business Financing Made Simple: Expert Tips from Glenn Russo of Avatar Financial Consultants
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There are so many financing options available, sometimes it can feel confusing to know which option would be best for your business. This week, we have Glenn Russo from Avatar Financial Consultants on the show to discuss the various funding options, as well as what to watch out for. He goes in depth on the different financial options and explains w…
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Are you a new business owner or entrepreneur who is looking for the best tips to get your business started right? This week, John Davenport joins the Ask Brien Show to talk about business development, marketing, and social media strategies. He shares some incredible tips on the best ways to utilize social media and how to ensure you are using ads c…
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Diversity is so much more than just gender or race, according to Judith Weigle. Today, we have workshop leader and diversity expert Judith Weigle on the show to discuss how she has redefined diversity and why human connection is crucial to employee retention and a successful business. Judith explains how remote work has impacted diversity and the c…
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334. 20 Take - Aways From The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia On AI's Threat To Music Part 2 Podcast
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334. 20 Take-aways from The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music Part 2 Video DescriptionWe’re happy to welcome Bruce back for the second half of what we make us think from this interview on SO many topics that are important to us. We couldn’t help it, so we started taking notes on the ideas he expressed in his Rick Beato interview.@Ri…
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As a serial entrepreneur, it seems that Alex has done it all. His latest venture into the retail space has proven to be more challenging, but he’s learned a lot. In this episode, Alex shares more about his specialized venture into the motorsports industry and his advice on running a brick and mortar store. Alex shares how COVID has changed the land…
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Empowering women over 40 is Jenna Capozzi’s speciality, especially when it comes to helping them market their businesses! This week, Jenna joins the show to talk about how she transitioned away from Hollywood into marketing and mentorship. She shares the best ways to cold call businesses in order to get your services in front of them, and how to be…
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Have you been trying to get your website to rank on Google, but you can’t get it past the second or third page? This week, we are joined by David Lowbridge of Two Feet Marketing to discuss SEO (Search Engine Optimization). David shares best practices to get your website seen, including information about how many words to use, what type of images to…
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Why Storytelling is Essential to Your Business with Park Howell, Founder of The Business of Storytelling
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Storytelling is one of the most important aspects of your business, because it allows your customers to know what to expect when they choose to work with you. This week we are joined by the Founder of The Business of Storytelling, Park Howell. Park shares why storytelling is so critical to your business, and provides the key elements that every sto…
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333. 20 Take - Aways From The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia On AI's Threat To Music Part 1 Podcast
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333. 20 Take-aways from The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music Part 1 Video DescriptionWe’d never heard of this guy, but he had such a profound take on SO many topics that are important to us. We couldn’t help it, so we started taking notes on the ideas he expressed in his Rick Beato interview.@RickBeato #RickBeato #TedGioia #culture…
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Understanding Values, Niching Down, and Business Growth with Ben Utley from Physician Family Financial Advisors
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Unlock the secrets to business growth by understanding your ideal customer. This week, we are joined by Ben Utley , a seasoned Certified Financial Planner™ professional from Physician Family Financial Advisors. Ben shares his journey into financial planning and the advantages of niching down his business. He highlights the importance of vision, val…
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Antelope Valley is growing at a rapid pace, and AV EDGE is ready to help businesses get started with expansion into the area. This week, we have Drew Mercy from Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise on the show to discuss how they can help all sizes of businesses take advantage of economic development programs. Drew discusses w…
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After her mother unexpectedly passed away, Audrey knew she needed to take her business into her own hands so that she could enjoy her life to the fullest. This week on the podcast, Audrey Kwan, founder of AJK Consulting, joins us to talk about how she started her own agency, with the mission to help businesses build workplaces that give back their …
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NFIB is a wonderful home for small businesses. This week, John Kabateck is joining the show to talk about NFIB and all the work they are doing to keep small businesses safe and get their voices heard. John talks about the amazing benefits that members of NFIB receive as well as the top three goals they are currently working on. John discusses Propo…
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332. 103 Social Media Questions to Boost Engagement (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionWe know we tell you all that social media is not the “be all, end all,” so this post helps us maximize our time and effort. Here are some social media questions that can help increase interest in our posts. #boostsocialmedia #engagement #diyrockstar #pre…
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Building a side hustle while working a full time job can be difficult, but this week's guest was able to turn that side hustle into her now full time job after years of work. Jenn Trepeck joins us this week to talk about her transition from working in hedge funds into creating her business, Better Life Now LLC, and her podcast, Salad With a Side of…
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Inspired by his three years teaching at a junior boarding school in the Adirondacks, Chuck Schwerin wrote a fiction book about a 15 year old ninth grader and a 63 year old headmaster who are haunted by events that they’ve caused and for which they struggle to address. Chuck joins Peter and Traci to talk about his writing process and why he chose to…
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Are you looking into retirement plans for your employees and are not sure where to start? There are many different types of retirement plans available, so we brought on Courtenay Shipley from Retirement Planology to help understand the different types of plans and when businesses should start implementing them for their employees. Courtenay breaks …
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331. 7 types of rest and how to get them (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionThough we harp on the “get up, get out, and something” philosophy, there is NO doubt that each of us needs rest. Here are the 7 types of rest and how to find a way to get them.#rest #youarethebrand #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie This topic was inspired …
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How do you get potential new customers to inquire about your business? Jason Kramer, the Founder of Cultivize joins the show to discuss several tactics that can be used to drive potential customers to inquire about your products or services. He breaks down what funnels and lead magnets are and the best way to use each to your advantage. Jason discu…
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330. 5 Things every D.I.Y. Rock Star needs to know about publicity Video DescriptionWe all know it’s important, but here are some things to consider when thinking about doing public relations for your music.@arielhyatt #arielhyatt #musicpublicity #tips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippieThis is inspired by https://www.cyberprmusic.com/5-thin…
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Today on the Ask Brien Podcast, our resident experts Peter and Traci interview Jen McFarland, founder of Merit Digital, a digital operations agency. They discuss various topics related to small businesses like digital support, business skills, technology, and artificial intelligence. Jen shares her insights on website development and support, SEO r…
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329. How to create compelling album covers (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionAn album cover helps potential listeners discover your music, so here are 8 ways to create compelling album covers (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star).@discmakers #discmakers #albumcover #tips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippieWhat do you think? How do YOU choose …
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Charlie Rocket realized the need to chase his dreams after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. So, after making some big life changes, Charlie started the Dream Machine Foundation. During this episode, Charlie shares more about his journey and how he is using his foundation to change the lives of others. Charlie shares how they make an impact on th…
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“Reach for the moon, because even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.” This week on the Ask Brien Radio Show Podcast, Confidence Coach Regina Bonds joins Peter to discuss her coaching business. She explains how she went from working as a banker to thriving as a confidence coach. In the conversation, Regina reveals what challenges she faced as…
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328. Knowing when to quit (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star)Video DescriptionNormally, we don’t encourage anyone to quit much of anything, but as we’ve gotten older, we’ve found that there are really a few instances when quitting is the BEST idea.#whentoquit #quitters #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippieWhat do you think? We’d love what you have to say!…
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Succeeding Off the Ice: Neil Smith goes from Winning in the NHL to Building a Successful Podcast
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After building a successful career in the NHL, Neil Smith decided to make a shift into a new career. In doing so, he found a way to utilize his experience and passion for the NHL in a new way. On this episode, sports manager turned senior wealth strategist, Neil Smith joins us to talk about his transition from sportscaster into the financial sector…
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327. Using humor in your art (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionWe love a little humor, but what happens when you incorporate it into your art? Here are some potential benefits and detriments.#humor #funnybone #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippieWhat do you think? Is humor an important part of your art? We’d love what you have to say! L…
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Tangible Tips to Create a Successful Business with Ben Bucher from Bucher Family Allstate Insurance
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Ben Bucher decided to take a chance on himself when he transitioned from being a manager at McDonald’s to opening his own Allstate Insurance business. Ben joins us on this episode to talk about how he decided to open his own business and the challenges that came along with being a new entrepreneur. He shares how he grew his insurance business so qu…
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Introducing a New Product in a Saturated Market with Marcin Malyszko of Mission Craft Cocktails
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Creating a brand new product in the beverage industry has its challenges, but this week's guest, Marcin Malyszko of Mission Craft Cocktails explains how they’ve been able to promote their business. Marcin talks about how they differentiate their product from other top name beverages out there, including how they utilize their marketing strategy. He…
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326. 7 Tips for running a blog (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionHere are 7 top tips for D.I.Y. Rock Stars who want to start and run a blog for their band.#blogging #toptips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What do you think? Do you have a blog? If so, what was YOUR reason for starting one? Also, what tip can you share with us? We’…
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Creating a Better For You, Better For The World Product with Kevin Hartley of Cambio Roasters
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Using his knowledge of the beverage industry, Kevin Hartley created a product that not only is better for the environment, but it also tastes great, and gives money back to coffee farming families. Today, we are joined by Kevin from Cambio Roasters to learn all about his product and how to enter into the environmentally sustainable side of business…
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Finding an authentic Super Bowl 3 jersey, working with an incredible business partner, and turning a hobby into a thriving business can truly be classified as entrepreneur Barry Meisel's dream. This week, Barry Meisel joins the show to talk about his business MeiGray Group, which sells authentic game-worn jerseys and sports memorabilia to collector…
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Do you have a business idea, but don’t know how to get it on the market, where to share the product, or how to identify your target consumers? This week, Wayne Lutomski of Hydro Shot Energy Drink joined the show to talk about his incredible success in the food and beverage industry space, and tips for bringing a new product to market. Wayne starts …
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325. Benefits of having a blog (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionShould D.I.Y. Rock Star have blogs? We’ll discuss some 4 benefits for maintaining your own blog.#blogging #whyblog #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What do you think? Do you have a blog? If so, what was YOUR reason for starting one? We’d love what you have to say! Lea…
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Turning an E Commerce Business into a Seven Figure Business with CEO of NATPAT, Michael Jankie
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Do you have a bunch of ideas in your mind that might make a great product to sell, but you aren’t sure how to get started? This week, we have CEO of NATPAT Michael Jankie on the show to talk about how he and three partners started their e Commerce business. Michael talks to us about how they transformed their idea of stickers with citronella on the…
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324. How to get out of a creative rut (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionEven create folks run out of energy and ideas to continue creating. Here’s what to do when you’re trying to climb out of a creative rut.#creativerut #musicianlifestyle #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie We’ve talked about this a few times before—HERE and HERE, bu…
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323. How much formal education is necessary (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video DescriptionIs college necessary? Knowing how much education is necessary to build your creative artistic empire is our topic today. #formaleducation #college #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What did we leave out? We’d love to hear ways that formal education can …
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Take Your Business to the Next Level with Founder and CEO of Masterful Coaching, Robert Hargrove
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Are you ready to take your business to the next level, but you are feeling stuck? This week, we have Founder and CEO of Masterful Coaching, Robert Hargrove, on the show. Robert’s company helps CEOs and Founders take their businesses to the next level by helping them find their originality, grow successful teams, and create a personal brand. He talk…
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322. Awards aren’t everything for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video DescriptionAs independent artists, we want to see progress and part of the measure of success could be by receiving accolades from a credentialed organization. So, it might feel great to be nominated for a Grammy or an Emmy or an American Music Award, but it this REALLY an indication that…
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Do you find your small business missing out on customer opportunities because you don’t have the bandwidth to get back to everyone? This week, on the Ask Brien Podcast, Clayton Turner from Leedly joined us to talk about his lead generation tool and how it can impact all businesses. Clayton discusses the features of Leedly, how the tool can help sma…
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321. Best Musicals of All-Time Video DescriptionWe’re happy to welcome our daughter, Zandalee Henderson, an actor and musical theater expert, to join us on these special edition episodes of Gab & Jam. She knows “all the things” about musical theater and acting for stage and screen, so she’s going to help us with this list of Best Musicals of all-ti…
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Have you been thinking about using Facebook Ads to launch your business forward but you aren’t sure where to start? This week we have digital marketing expert Jodi Sodini on to talk about Facebook advertising and marketing. Jodi discusses how to start campaigns and make them successful, the difference between Google Ads and Facebook Ads, as well as…
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Are you looking to start a small business, but you don’t have the funding readily available in your bank? If so, you don’t want to miss this episode where we spoke with Matt Olsen, the Vice President of Nano Banc. Matt provides so many valuable resources regarding the various types of funding available to small business owners, what you need to hav…
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320. The importance of self-care for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video DescriptionWe’re at the time of the year where you stop to consider what you want and set some goals. For the D.I.Y. Rock Star, mental health and physical health are USUALLY at the top of our list. –We’ve got a wonderful post on 7 self-care activities HERE, but here’s more general advi…
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Do you keep track of the new laws passed each year? There are some critical laws that are being passed that every business owner needs to know about. During this episode, Peter and Traci discuss new laws, specific to California, for 2024 that are passing that are crucial to business owners. Then they discuss a new law called the Corporate Transpare…
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319. Why don’t black folks listen to rock? Video DescriptionA recent Living Colour quote on X prompted today’s discussion. We’ve talked about issues related to entertainment and race before, but we have YET to ask a question that is always hanging out in the atmosphere. #blackrock @livingcolour #rockorigins #prejippie #bloomingprejippieHow about yo…
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Today, Catalina Gaete-Bentz, CEO of Catan Pisco, a spirit distilled 100% from grapes, shares the challenges she faced as a female entrepreneur. Catalina was told that she could not attend business school, but did not let that stop her from pursuing her dream. She utilized her resources to start her business and continues to push for excellence brin…
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