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Unsolicited Business Advice"How Does Your Branding Affect Your Leads/Potential Clients?"A new submission for us to answer, as kind of marketers, but no marketing experts!“How do you all feel your branding affects your leads/potential clients?”Long story short, who you show up as will attract who you want AND repel who you don’t…and that can be kind of scary.Callie shares details about their brand, Reclaimed, and how each new business is essentially the same yet not the same. And then, Amanda shares how different her first personal brand was vs. her current one. Key...
2025-12-2321 min
Can I Bring My BookBrimstone by Callie Hart: An In-Depth Chat with Your Book BestiesJoin your besties as we dive deep into Brimstone by Callie Hart- the much-anticipated second book following Quicksilver-
Kat and Amanda unpack what worked, what didn’t, and why Brimstone feels both more enjoyable and more exhausting than its predecessor. We talk overhype, sequel expectations, and the growing trend of sprawling romantasy worlds that might be doing a little too much. Vampires, infected vampires, gods, the underworld, dragons, shifting identities, surprise villains, and unresolved plotlines all enter the chat- sometimes all at once.
The conversation spirals into pacing issues, emotional fatigue, and whether reader demand (hel...
2025-12-2323 minUnsolicited Business AdviceI Think I Want To Close It Down…This submission took us on a journey back in time…a time when we closed something of our own down. “I'm not sure. I want to continue my business. And I know you guys have talked about this, but please talk me through it.”Our conversation explores our personal experience of business closure, emphasizing that shutting down a business is often a new beginning rather than an end…and yes, it’s hard to see that in the middle of it. We discuss the emotional challenges entrepreneurs face, such as shame and guilt, and encoura...
2025-12-1033 min
The Story IsHeated Rivalry, Goodreads Awards, and Spotify WrappedWelcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! We're chatting our new favorite obsession, “Heated Rivalry” by Rachel Reid and other romance adaptations coming in 2026. We’re also sharing our thoughts on Wicked Part 2, the winners of the 2025 Goodreads awards for romance and romantasy, and our Spotify wrapped. Follow Us:https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub Time Stamps(0:00) Intro catch up(0:58) We s...
2025-12-0956 minUnsolicited Business AdviceHow Do I Know If There's A Market For My Product/Service?The topic dreams are made of...market research!Today, we share our insights from a submission, "How do I know if there's a market for my product/service? Will people buy XYZ?In true fashion, we share some very logical steps for conducting market research for your business idea, and yes, the book All In Start Up is mentioned because, duh!And, of course, we also share our {unsolicited} thoughts on starting a business and how part of it is actually figuring yourself out. Key Takeaways:
2025-12-0222 minUnsolicited Business AdviceWait? How Did I Get Here?Buckle up, friends!This one isn't exactly about business, but it also is. Callie brought up a topic that, some may say, has become trending.Mostly for women, and when we start coming into our 40s, and the conversation becomes…"I'm tired. What am I doing with my life? I hate my career. Why did I pick what I picked? I went to school for this thing, and I got this degree, but it's not at all what I wanna do. Why did I do that? And, I can't start over. I...
2025-11-2524 minUnsolicited Business AdviceHow To Best Support EntrepreneursIn this episode, we're answering a question from a customer's perspective: "How to support entrepreneurs/small business owners"We explore the misconceptions surrounding the financial aspects of small businesses, the need for community support, and the impact of consumerism. The conversation emphasizes the value of intentional shopping, understanding the true costs of products, and the role of social media in promoting small businesses. We truly encourage listeners to be more mindful in their purchasing decisions and to find creative ways to support local businesses, even when financial constraints exist...even just a...
2025-11-1922 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsF1 Partnership, Turkey Burn Classes, Peloton Black Friday Sales & moreWelcome to Episode 246 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: Peloton announced their Turkey Burn classes. Peloton Black Friday sales have been announced. There is a new partnership with F1 and F1 classes. The Peloton app is now getting a toggle between light mode & dark mode. A 365 day daily streak has been added. Emma Lovewell has a Crush Your Core 3 program. There are new "Tea Time With Cody" classes. A new "Core Strength With a Foam Roller" collection is available. The final Armada Music residency classes took...
2025-11-1649 minUnsolicited Business Advice"Imposter Freaking Syndrome"Three words were dropped into the suggested subject form…Imposter Freaking Syndrom Key Takeaways:Who are we to even start and run a business?!Are people judging our decisions, or are they simply mirroring back their own shit?Callie shares a powerful statement about what would happen if you let someone stop you from doing something…what would that do to your journey?And a shout-out to Jen Seris, who is killing it out there and submitted this prompt - check out her Instagram and give it a follow!...
2025-11-1218 minUnsolicited Business AdviceGet to know AmandaThis week on Unsolicited Business Advice, today we get to know Amanda!Last week, we had Callie in the hot seat, and while Amanda thought she could get out of the hot seat…well, Callie wouldn’t let that happen! Key Takeaways:How did opening and running The Hatchery help her with current clientsWhat was the common feeling of working 9-to-5sHer favorite book(s) and favorite TV show (and no, it’s not Friends!)Hope you enjoy this one!Got a question/suggestion/or want our advice on a t...
2025-11-0520 minUnsolicited Business AdviceGet to know Callie!This week on Unsolicited Business Advice, Callie gets in the hot seat 🔥Mostly because Amanda lost her voice, and much to Callie’s dismay, this was her solution! Fun fact, by the time we actually recorded her voice was back, but we kept the plan. Key Takeaways:What brings Callie joy?An honest convo about financial strugglesIf she were given $10K for her business…what would she do with it?Hope you enjoy this one!Got a question/suggestion/or want our advice on a topic?We’d l...
2025-10-2816 minUnsolicited Business AdvicePrepping For Time Off - What Actually Matters?This week on Unsolicited Business Advice, Amanda Quick and Callie Page tackle a listener's topic suggestion: “How to take a leave of absence as a biz owner. What shit to let go of during the leave, what systems to set up, etc. “Aka maternity"We share our logical ideas and thoughts, unsolicited takes, and some deeper aspects of this subject - your worth, your value, what you're selling, and to whom. Key Takeaways:There doesn’t feel like enough time to talk about this on a soul level…What actually (like truly...
2025-10-2226 minUnsolicited Business AdviceForecasting Your Finances - Am I'm Just Expecting Too Much Of Myself?This week on Unsolicited Business Advice, Amanda Quick and Callie Page tackle a listener question:"How far in advance can/should I be able to project my revenue? I've been doing this for a while now and I feel like at my "peak" I could accurately forsee my numbers around 60 days out in my service/contract based business. Not exactly reassuring when there's not much in savings. It feels like I'm on a hamster wheel trying to bring in new business while still serving current clients.In our retail businesses, it's seemingly...
2025-10-1515 minUnsolicited Business AdviceSelling to a cold market - "Am I a know-it-all jerk?"This week on Unsolicited Business Advice, Amanda Quick and Callie Page tackle a listener question:"As a consultant/coach, I happen upon a lot of businesses that I can see need our help, but I don’t know how to reach out to them (which would be a “cold” reach out) without getting lost in the noise and/or offending them. How do you initiate a convo with a small business owner that you know would benefit from your help without sounding like a know-it-all jerk?"We share our logical ideas and thoughts, unsolicited takes, and so...
2025-10-0815 minUnsolicited Business AdviceTrailerIt's here! Let's get into the real shit (or let's be real) You feel like your business owns you. You feel uncomfortable that business has become stuffy, dress up or don't show up. You are on the roller coaster of wearing all the hats and wondering if its time to close your doors.I'm Amanda, a small business coach, and I have started several digital and brick-and-mortar businesses.I'm Callie, I've been an entrepreneur for over 19 years and built five businessesWe're giving you real business advice from unfiltered people.
2025-10-0203 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsAssembly Fees Added, Peloton Tri, Ally Love's Baby Is Born & moreWelcome to Episode 235 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: Peloton has added "Expert Assembly" fees to their devices in the US, effectively raising some prices. New job listings have indicated what cities will likely be getting new micro store showrooms. Peloton has talked about how they are laying the groundwork for more international expansion. There is a "Peloton Tri" event taking place in September with Matt Wilpers. There will be artist series with Renee Rapp & The Weeknd in September. An artist series featuring the Bee Gees...
2025-08-2451 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsFuture of Programming at Peloton, App Profile Redesign, Chase Partnership Extended & moreWelcome to Episode 219 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: The "future focuses" of classes & content at Peloton was mentioned in Forbes. Peloton released a redesigned profile in the app, then removed it. Peloton teased several new programs coming out later this month. There is a new flash challenge for the upcoming "Boost Your Base: Power Zone" challenge. Peloton is expanding their "Rising" series with the new "Rising Rock" classes. Peloton highlighted some classes in "This Week at Peloton" An artist series with Miranda Lambert took place...
2025-04-2046 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsNew CEO Starts, Disney cruise ships getting Peloton bikes, Emma Lovewell returns & moreWelcome to Episode 206 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: Peloton's new CEO, Peter Stern, officially started this week. All Disney cruise ships are getting Peloton bikes. Peloton shared some preferences around when their members like to work out and more. Peloton is now dubbing some of their programs into Spanish. Peloton has a new set of audio-guided scenic classes. There was a Lil Wayne artist series. There was a Zedd artist series. Aditi Shah has a new "Start Your Meditation Practice" program. There are new dance...
2025-01-1255 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsPeloton Strength+ App, Wicked & Backstreet Boys Classes, 2025 Predictions & moreWelcome to Episode 204 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: The new Peloton Strength+ app launched to everyone (in the US who has an iPhone). The "Ladder" strength training app claims Peloton copied their app. Peloton promoted the "standby" process for getting spots in studio they updated this summer. Peloton highlighted some members by putting up banners at various showrooms. Peloton's Turkey Burn classes took place with no major server issues this year. An artist series featuring the Wicked Movie took place. An artist series featuring Backstreet...
2024-12-151h 08
The Ribbon Book ClubHistorical Note: The Tenement Museum's Kathryn Lloyd and Amanda Adler BrennanDear Diary,
It's guest-pert day! This week, we have not one, but TWO guests to talk to us about the real history of life in the tenements of the Lower East Side. Read on to get to know our guests a little better!
Kathryn Lloyd is the Vice President of Programs and Interpretation at the Tenement Museum, where she oversees museum programming and educator training to explore social issues through personal experiences, and to connect people to each other through interpretation of the past. Most recently, she lead the interpretive development for the newest permanent exhi...
2024-10-311h 16The Ribbon Book ClubHistorical Note: The Tenement Museum's Kathryn Lloyd and Amanda Adler BrennanDear Diary,
It's guest-pert day! This week, we have not one, but TWO guests to talk to us about the real history of life in the tenements of the Lower East Side. Read on to get to know our guests a little better!
Kathryn Lloyd is the Vice President of Programs and Interpretation at the Tenement Museum, where she oversees museum programming and educator training to explore social issues through personal experiences, and to connect people to each other through interpretation of the past. Most recently, she lead the interpretive development for the newest permanent exhi...
2024-10-311h 16
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsPeloton instructor off-season, Katie Wang teaching strength, All For One Lineup & moreWelcome to Episode 193 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: The instructors will be off the schedule for several weeks at a time with a new "off season" policy. Katie Wang will start teaching strength classes next week. The list of artists & schedule for the All For One Music Fest is here. There will be walking bootcamps, a Spanish split strength program, a discover yoga collection & more in September. Jess Sims is bringing her "Sims 60" classes to Bike Bootcamps. A new set of strength benchmark classes is...
2024-09-1548 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsCallie Gullickson returning to Peloton in September, barbell workouts soon? Hannah C & Callie writing books & moreWelcome to Episode 184 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: The Taylor Swift Tortured Poets Department series took place this week. Callie Gullickson said she plans to return to Peloton this September. Callie Gullickson is rumored to be writing a book called "Mocktail Hour" Hannah Corbin is writing a book called "Did You Stretch Tho" We have a list of Peloton's pace target running classes, which can't currently be found on the app. A recent Peloton press release seemed to hint at Barbell content being added on...
2024-07-1455 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsPeloton & Apple GymKit, Irene Scholz is Back, Denis & Camila Groove Classes, Green Day Artist Series & moreWelcome to Episode 165 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: The Peloton Bike+ will keep the Apple GymKit feature after Peloton briefly said it would be removed. There will be no live classes next week from February 19-21, 2024. Irene Scholz had her first classes back on Peloton this week. Camila Ramon & Denis Morton will be teaching groove classes. An artist series with Green Day took place this week. Several special Valentine's Day classes took place on Wednesday. There was a partial Peloton outage this week during one...
2024-02-1857 min
Pelo Buddy TV - Unofficial Peloton Podcast & NewsPeloton "Hack the Commute" Initiative, Power Zone Color Updates, Galentine's Day Classes, Timbaland Series & moreWelcome to Episode 164 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: There will be several two for one classes on Tuesday for Galentine's Day. Peloton has launched a new "Hack the Commute" collection & initiative. A featured producer series took place Thursday featuring Timbaland. Peloton is celebrating Black History Month with four different types of classes. Hoda and Jenna, from The Today Show, took a ride with Ally Love at PSNY. The colors for the power zone bar have been updated. Last week, Peloton purged the majority...
2024-02-111h 07
Appodlachia#196: Peerless City & the Manchin-churian Candidate?Chuck talks with Amanda Page, David Bernabo, and John Miller about the documentary "Peerless City" about Portsmouth, OH. We also chat about John's documentary "Moundsville." They're both fascinating, and Peerless City is now avaialble on PBS Passport, so check it out!!Peerless City and Moundsville Links https://www.peerlesscity.com/https://www.pbs.org/show/peerless-city/https://moundsville.org/https://www.pbs.org/show/moundsville/Check out Appalachian Big Ideas Festivalhttps://www.appalachianky.org/bigideas/Timestamps: 01:15 - Intro: Great Value-brand Joe Manchin 07:40 - Che...
2023-09-151h 00
BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich Harry Potter character is the most important aside from Harry, Ron, and Hermione?Get out your wands as BNQ goes back to Hogwarts! This week, Callie leads Josh, Colleen, and newcomer Amanda on a discussion through all the supporting characters of the Harry Potter series. Which character outside of the Harry, Ron, and Hermione trio is the most important, interesting, or crucial to the development of the plot? Hear how one character is more useful dead than alive and another character is the Helen of Troy in the Potterverse. And, of course, we get into a deep discussion about the character and utility of Professor Severus Snape. Ten points to your house...
2018-03-221h 22
The On-Call Room: A Grey's Anatomy PodcastS3 E2: Muffins, McSteamy and Disney Channel Original Movies with Patron LisaYou're now listening to a Disney Channel Original Movie Podcast....not really, but practically seeing as Abbey and Bri talk at length about their favorite ones. Even Jake stops by for a moment to discuss his opinions. Spoiler Alert: He hates Luck of the Irish -- which is bullshit.
Joining the girls to discuss the episode is Patron Lisa! She does an excellent job, even after panicking that she watched the wrong episode. Don't worry she didn't, Abbey and Bri just don't know how to use their wiki page.
This episode produces one of Abbey's favorite moments, drunk...
2018-03-201h 50
Bitcoins & GravyEP #97 Distributed: Health 2017On today’s show I head over to the second annual Distributed Health conference held right here in beautiful Nashville Tennessee at the Schermerhorn Symphony Hall. We had speakers and attendees joining us from all over the world who shared with us information about their projects and insights about the future here at the dawn of the age of cryptocurrencies, blockchain tech and distributed ledger technology.
Thanks to all of the great folks who took time to interview for this episode. Your insights are much appreciated!
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Distributed: Health 2017
Interviews by host, John Barrett
Day 1:
* Steve, Queschow, Molly – BTC...
2017-10-051h 48