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Finding the Right Business to Start – Epi-3670

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Today we dig into one of the most liberating topics out there, building your own business.  This episode digs into deep business principles so if you already have or run a business it will be helpful as well.  What we discuss today will not be  theory or hype, just a clear look at how to choose the right type of business for you. Most people get stuck before they start because they think the world of entrepreneurship is too big, too risky, or too complicated. But the truth is, there’s never been a better time to take the leap. We … Continue reading →

12 Rules of Business – Epi-3656

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Today we discuss my personal 12 rules of business. Like many of my rules they are not exactly mine, rather those I learned from others and experience over the years. So many people seem to want to have a business but they either approach it without discipline or simply don’t know what to do so they never start. Many of my rules seem to oppose the experts, for example I do say follow your passion and many “experts” say that is a bad idea.  They say seek a business that serves a market that has high demand, forget your passion.  … Continue reading →

The 500K Side Hustle – Epi-3654

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We talk a lot about side hustles as a transition strategy from the world of the J O B to the world of entrepreneurship but what if you could do it in a big way. From wage slave to 500K business, it can be done and today we talk to someone actively doing it. Our guest today is Nate who will remain anonymous other wise.  He started his business in 2019 on a whim ager a slew of other attempts failed.  This time he has gotten traction and is blowing it up.  Today we will dig into how you actually … Continue reading →

A Chat wth Chef Ken Daniels – Epi-3630

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Chef Ken Daniels joins us today to start a series called, “Get to Know Your Expert Council”. In the coming months I will be interviewing the entire council stating with those who’ve not yet been on the show as a guest or have only been on a time or two, but we will get to everyone. Ken Daniels is the creator of DrinkEatLearn.com, a platform dedicated to advancing knowledge and appreciation of food and beverage science. Offering courses, resources, and insights on topics ranging from mixology to advanced food innovation, DrinkEatLearn.com inspires industry professionals and passionate enthusiasts alike. Ken shares … Continue reading →

Food Clubs for Life Outside The System – Epi-3552

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Today I am joined by Joshua Longbrook who established a food club and hub in Chattanooga, TN as a means to building a parallel society where food freedom and self sovereignty are respected. Join us today as Joshua lays out the blueprint for how they made it happen. Joshua helps run a food club and hub for alternative systems in Chattanooga, TN. The focus is building out a functional parallel society based on voluntary interaction and outside of the mainstream systems. They have built a local alternative food system sourcing naturally raised food and products and aim to provide the … Continue reading →

A New Age of Agorism is Coming – Epi-3524

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There have been a lot of good decisions by the courts lately that are positive for liberty. One is particular is a ruling on the home production of distilled alcohol and prohibition of it being unconstitutional. This soaked a thought in me to talk about agorism today, what it is, why it works and what a true agonist opportunity looks like. Agorism is most simply put the idea of building a free society by trading and working directly with others, without government rules. It means people should rely on each other instead of the government for services and goods. Join … Continue reading →

Starting & Running a Business – Epi-3461

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I am often asked for specific business advice and consulting.  Things like “can we hire you to assess our business” which I don’t do because I simply don’t have the time to do that type of consulting.  I am far more often though asked about business ideas.  Like what do you think of this product or this service as a business.  I almost always say, “sorry but I don’t do this type of thing”. The reason is simple, what I think about your idea is meaningless to your success with it. The truth is I really believe that the most … Continue reading →

Community vs. Collapse ~ The Power of Local Food – Epi-3411

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Bobbie Parr, a community developer in Wabigoon, Ontario, transitioned from leading a Recreation Therapy department to building a resilient local food network. Amidst COVID-19 and maternity leave, Bobbie shifted her focus, recognizing the challenges in long-term care and the need for greater food security. With her husband and two kids, she has developed a local food business, a community production kitchen, and a food co-op, all while homeschooling her children. Her homestead lifestyle, mirroring her husband David’s childhood, emphasizes seasonal living, self-sufficiency, and a connection with nature. Their land provides an abundance of game, fish, berries, and wild mushrooms, supporting … Continue reading →

Making Biltong with Anton van Vuuren – Epi-3404

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Anton van Vuuren was involved in various technology roles which brought him to the USA in 2015. After meeting his wife, at her behest, he opened a restaurant serving South African foods. Then in 2020 Covid caused mass shutdowns and Anton and his family had to diversify what the restaurant did in order to make ends meet. They expanded on many fronts but Biltong manufacturing was one of the key elements that helped them survive though 2020 as a business. Today Anton joins me to discuss making traditional South African biltong.  We also discuss how Anton used this niche product … Continue reading →

The State of the Cannabis Industry – Epi-3232

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Today we discuss the cannabis industry and emerging trends in it with Rand Gifford of Akira Botanicals.  We cover industrial, medicinal and recreational elements.  The current trends in legislation and economic opportunities and more. Rand started his farm in 2016 out of his grandma’s backyard. Using the Curtis Stone model, he grew microgreens and salad greens for chefs in the Chicagoland area. With one season of gardening under his belt, he decided he was ready to be a full-time farmer. The following season, he moved his family to North Carolina and started a farm from scratch. (see Greenshine Farmers YouTube … Continue reading →