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Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipMaking Auto Repairs Smarter with Owen VanEck and Jonathan TasmanOwen VanEck, CEO of ADAS Find, shares how his family’s long history in auto repair led him to create a platform that simplifies calibrations for modern vehicles. From estimator to ADAS technician to software founder, Owen reveals how he turned real industry frustrations into a fast-growing tech solution and what’s next for innovation in diagnostics.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Owen’s Background in Auto Repair (03:20) From Estimator to ADAS Technician (08:15) The Industry Problem That Sparked ADAS Find (13:40) Building Software to Bridge Repair and Insurance Gaps (18:55) Leadership Lessons from Early Challenges (23:10) Future Innova...
2025-10-0312 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipReviving American Manufacturing with Jim Vinoski and Jonathan TasmanJim Vinoski, longtime manufacturing leader and Forbes contributor, shares insights from 30+ years in the industry. From writing 300+ articles to running his own manufacturing podcast, Jim discusses the challenges of reshoring, Michigan’s role in tech and innovation, and why finance and supply chains need rethinking to revitalize American industry.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Jim’s Manufacturing Journey (05:20) From Engineer to Forbes Contributor (11:45) Starting a Manufacturing Podcast (16:30) Challenges in Modern Manufacturing (23:55) Michigan’s Legacy and Future in Innovation (30:15) Untold Stories Like Zamboni’s Origins (36:40) The Financial Barriers to Reshoring (42:00) Where to Find Jim Onli
2025-09-3023 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipOptimizing AI for Local Enterprise with Dan Mikita and Jonathan TasmanDan Mikita, founder of Devs Operative, joins us to discuss how enterprises can make AI practical and cost-efficient. From Kubernetes optimization to Intel’s surprising take on Nvidia’s dominance, Dan explains how local enterprises can build scalable AI platforms in-house—without breaking their data centers or budgets.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Dan’s Journey into Tech (04:20) From Enterprise Software to Founding Devs Operative (09:15) Understanding Kubernetes and Large-Scale Efficiency (15:40) Why Most AI Projects Fail to Reach Production (22:25) Intel vs Nvidia: The Real ROI in AI Chips (29:10) Running AI Models In-House for Security and Speed
2025-09-2630 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipHR That Makes a Difference with Shawn Cash and Jonathan TasmanShaw Cash of Insperity joins us to share his journey from retail and banking into HR and how he’s helping West Michigan businesses scale with people-first leadership. Sean explains why HR can’t wait until later, how outsourcing HR empowers rather than replaces in-house teams, and how Insperity helps small and mid-sized companies “punch above their weight” with Fortune 500-level benefits and support.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Early Career Journey (05:45) From Retail Grind to Banking (11:30) The Leap to Insperity (17:50) Building Community Connections (24:15) HR That Truly Makes a Difference (32:40) Scaling HR Without Losing C...
2025-09-2328 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipFrom Idea to Tinned Fish Empire with Marissa Fellows and Jonathan TasmanMarissa Fellows, founder of Great Lakes Tinned Fish, shares how a date night sparked the idea for the Midwest’s first tinned fish company. From Lisbon inspiration to building a supply chain with no local canneries, Marissa’s journey is packed with creativity, tenacity, and unexpected mentorship that helped turn a dream into reality.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Marissa’s Origin Story (03:40) The Date Night That Sparked a Business Idea (08:15) Lisbon, Whimsy, and Writing the Business Plan (13:25) The Tinned Fish Trend and Sardine Summer (18:50) Key Partnerships and Mentorship from Charlotte Langley (24:30) Challenges of Buildi...
2025-09-1620 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipUnlocking Employee Superpowers with Tami Barnes and Jonathan TasmanTami Barnes, HR Director at Belt Power, reveals how companies can boost retention and performance by focusing on employees’ natural strengths. From teaching kids early about their “superpowers” to creating learning pathways for adults, Tami shares her fresh take on HR, employee engagement, and how businesses can truly win by helping their people thrive.Chapters: (00:00) Tami’s Journey to HR Leadership (04:25) Why Businesses Struggle with Employee Retention (09:15) Discovering Superpowers Early in Life (15:50) HR’s Role in Balancing Employer and Employee Wins (22:10) Creating Learning Pathways for Growth (28:30) Advice for High School Graduates and Job Se
2025-09-0924 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipTurning Wood Waste into Clean Energy with Elliot Parker and Jonathan TasmanElliot Parker, CEO of Alloy Partners, shares the story of Woodchuck AI—a Michigan startup transforming wood waste into clean electricity. Elliot explains how his venture studio teams up with corporations to launch “advantaged startups,” why big companies struggle with true innovation, and how running fast, weird experiments creates breakthroughs.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Elliot’s Role at Alloy Partners (03:20) How Woodchuck AI Was Born (08:05) Using AI to Divert Waste from Landfills (12:40) The Future of Clean Energy and Recycling (17:30) Why Big Corporations Struggle with Innovation (23:10) Building Advantaged Startups Outside the Brand (28:15) What’s Next: Ne...
2025-09-0514 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipReinventing the Symphony with Keith Elder and Jonathan TasmanKeith Elder, CEO of the Grand Rapids Symphony, shares how innovation, risk-taking, and community connection are keeping classical music alive and thriving. From orchestras collaborating with hip-hop artists to Beethoven in a ballpark during COVID, Keith reveals the bold moves redefining what a symphony can be—and why music is essential for healing and unity in every community.Chapters: (00:00) From Tuba Player to Symphony CEO (04:15) Reinventing Orchestras Through Innovation (09:05) Beethoven in the Ballpark During COVID (15:30) Risks That Flopped and Risks That Won (21:45) Expanding Reach and Partnerships Across Michigan (28:00) Balancing Tradition and Mo...
2025-08-2934 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipBuilding the Uber of Housekeeping with Chris Randall and Jonathan TasmanChris Randall left a safe corporate job and, without a degree, launched Sweep LLC—an on-demand cleaning platform that makes booking a cleaner as easy as ordering pizza. From surviving a pandemic launch to creating a transparent, gamified marketplace for cleaners, Chris shares how he’s transforming home services and giving cleaners the respect and earning power they deserve.Chapters: (00:00) How Sweep Got Started (05:10) Surviving COVID-19 Challenges (06:33) Building Trust in Cleaning Services (10:35) Community Networking and Growth (12:31) Expansion Plans and Franchising (16:06) Innovations in Cleaning Tech (18:26) Transparent, Customized Pricing
2025-08-2223 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipReinventing Hiring with AI – Brano Vargic of Talent Square and Jonathan TasmanBrano Vargic shares how Talent Square is disrupting hiring with a platform he calls the “Shopify for job ads.” In just eight minutes, anyone can launch a fully-optimized recruitment campaign—no marketing expertise needed. Brano also opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, from container homes for glamping to the barefoot shoe movement, and how his global experience is fueling innovation in talent sourcing.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Brano’s Global Journey (04:20) From HR Leader to Entrepreneur (09:15) The Origin of Talent Square (14:40) How It Simplifies Hiring (21:25) AI Vision for Talent Sourcing (28:30) Early Adopters & Data-Dri...
2025-08-1928 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipPR Secrets with Ryan Gajewski and Jonathan TasmanRyan Gajewski of Truscott Rossman reveals how public relations is evolving in a world of shrinking newsrooms, fast-moving tech, and AI-driven search. From storytelling vs. spin to why every piece of media is “earned,” Ryan shares bold takes on reputation, content, and leading PR strategy in today’s attention economy.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Introduction (01:35) From Film School to PR Leadership (07:10) How Technology Changed Media (13:25) AI, SEO & the New Rules of Attention (21:00) Why PR Must Embrace Change (28:40) Failing Fast & Finding What Works (34:55) Truscott Rossman’s Future-Focused Approach
2025-08-1528 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipStarting Over After 25 Years with Scott Hays and Jonathan TasmanAfter 25+ years in executive roles, Scott Hays hit reset. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Scott shares what it’s really like to leave corporate life behind, battle imposter syndrome, and start fresh as an entrepreneur. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to reinvent yourself—this episode is your answer.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Introduction (01:20) What Predictive Index Really Does (05:10) The WWII Story Behind It All (09:55) Why a 5-Minute Test Changes Everything (14:30) From Wrestling Coach to Talent Coach (20:00) Avoiding Burnout with Job Fit (28:40) Cracking Communication Gaps in Teams (37...
2025-08-1222 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipBehind the Mic with Jonathan Tasman & Lauren KoetjeJonathan and Lauren flip the script to share the untold story of Think Tank and how Brand in the Making was born. From spontaneous podcast ideas to inspiring founder stories, they reveal why every leader is a brand in progress—and how this series aims to capture the raw, real process of building something that matters.Chapters: (00:00) Welcome & Table-Turning Banter (02:10) What Is Think Tank? (06:40) The Birth of Brand in the Making (11:20) Why Every Brand Is “In the Making” (14:45) Inspiration for Future Leaders (18:00) Closing Thoughts
2025-08-0812 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipBuilding a Human-First Marketing Agency with Tej Yale and Jonathan TasmanTej Yale shares how he built Think Impact on the belief that relationships come before transactions. From launching a full-service marketing firm straight out of his MBA to integrating AI tools and starting a nonprofit, Tej breaks down his 50/50 content strategy, his favorite campaign win, and what he sees coming next in digital marketing.Chapters: (00:00) Meet Tej Yale and Think Impact (03:42) Starting a Marketing Agency Right After School (08:15) Why Relationships Matter More Than Reach (12:20) How Tej Uses AI Without Losing the Human Touch (20:41) Giving Back Through Think Helping
2025-08-0121 min
Brand in the Making by ThinkTank Thought LeadershipHow a Living Room Brand Hit NY Fashion Week with Jill Fox and Jonathan TasmanJill Fox shares how her mom’s hand-sewn leotards launched a brand that's still thriving 40 years later. From humble beginnings in Michigan to walking the runway at New York Fashion Week, Jill reveals how Foxy’s stayed authentic, embraced bold designs, and evolved into a lifestyle brand—all while spotlighting the next generation of confident creators.Chapters: (00:00) The Origin of Foxy’s Leotards (05:31) Handmade Roots & Staying Local (12:12) Turning Leotards Into a Lifestyle Brand (17:45) New York Fashion Week & Global Growth (23:08) Staying Authentic While Growing Boldly
2025-07-2223 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastUnderlord Part 1 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookBack to Cradle, we go! In this episode, Slava and Jonathan once again revisit Lindon and Yerin as they strive to reach the end of the sacred arts. Join them for Book 7 of Will White's Cradle Series, Underlord. Our website: www.thesidequestpodcast.comDiscover Side Quest: https://linktr.ee/asidequestPowered by DescriptOur IG Channel | Leave us a comment & connect with us on InstagramOur TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vOur IG Channel | Leave us a comment & connect with us on InstagramOur TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v(00:00) Intro(01:40) Casual Book Club Dynamics(03:09) Over...
2025-01-211h 17
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastChristmas 2024 Holiday AnnouncementHey adventurers! As the holiday season approaches, we’re taking a break from dropping new episodes and will return on January 7, 2025. Thank you for your amazing support! Enjoy your own side quests this holiday season, whether it’s reading a book, spending time with loved ones, or just relaxing. Wishing you happy holidays and a great start to the new year! Stay safe and cozy! With love, Slava and Jonathan 💛 Our website: www.thesidequestpodcast.comOur IG Channel | Leave us a comment & connect with us on InstagramOur TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-12-2401 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Name of the Wind Part 2 - Patrick Rothfuss - High Fantasy Book - Heroic Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan continue their discussion of Patrick Rothfus' The Name of the Wind. Our website: https://www.thesidequestpodcast.com/Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vSuper Summary of Name of the Wind (Subscription Required): https://www.supersummary.com/the-name-of-the-wind/
2024-11-261h 04
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastOne Past Midnight The Langoliers Part 1 - Stephen King - Horror Book - Speculative Fiction BookJess joins Slava and Jonathan to discuss Stephen King's The Langoliers. One quick note on the audio: You'll notice that this and Langoliers Part 2 are of lower quality. We had some equipment issues, but that should be fixed moving forward. Thanks for listening!Hard Rock Hallulah | Million Dollar Outline | Langoliers on YouTubeOur webiste: https://www.thesidequestpodcast.com/Our IG Channel |Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-11-051h 05
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastGhostwater Part 3 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookHowdy! We have a packed house as Spencer, Casey, and Jereremy (JT) join the fun. Slava and Jonathan (and a slew of guests) finish their discussion of Will Wight's Ghostwater.Our website: https://www.thesidequestpodcast.com Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-10-291h 24
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastGhostwater Part 2 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookA world within a world. Slava and Jonathan continue their discussion of Will Wight's Ghostwater.Our website: https://www.thesidequestpodcast.comOur IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-10-2259 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastGhostwater Part 1 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSo, we are back with Lindon, who, apparently, is killing dudes. Slava and Jonathan dive back into the work of Cradle with Ghostwater, the fifth book of Will Wight's Cradle Series.Our website: https://www.thesidequestpodcast.comOur IG Channel |Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-10-151h 11
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastBAAL Part 3 - Robert McCammon - Horror Book - Supernatural BookHey Folks, we encountered some technical issues while recording but failed to notice them until we began editing. You'll notice a difference in the tracks, but we still go a show for you. Zubair joins Slava and Jonathan to track a new and evil Messiah figure—a reincarnation of the ancient demon Baal. The guys tackle Robert MacCammon's self-proclaimed "angry man" novel, Baal. MacCammon's Blog: https://www.robertmccammon.com/novels/baal.html Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-07-231h 02
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastBAAL Part 2 - Robert McCammon - Horror Book - Supernatural BookSlava and Jonathan are off to Kuwait, wait, no Iceland... to track a new and evil Messiah figure—a reincarnation of the ancient demon Baal. The guys tackle Robert MacCammon's self-proclaimed "angry man" novel, Baal. MacCammon's Blog: https://www.robertmccammon.com/novels/baal.html Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-07-1655 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastBAAL Part 1 - Robert McCammon - Horror Book - Supernatural BookSlava and Jonathan are off to Kuwait to discover a new and evil Messiah figure—a reincarnation of the ancient demon Baal. The guys tackle Robert MacCammon's self-proclaimed "angry man" novel, Baal. MacCammon's Blog: https://www.robertmccammon.com/novels/baal.html Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-07-0951 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDynasty of Evil Part 2 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan shoot for the stars again. The guys continue their discussion of Drew Karpyshyn's Dynasty of Evil. The final book in the Bane Trilogy.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-06-251h 07
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDynasty of Evil Part 1 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan shoot for the stars again. The guys discuss Drew Karpyshyn's Dynasty of Evil. The final book in the Bane Trilogy.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-06-1851 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastA Head Full of Ghosts Part 3 - Paul Tremblay - Horror Book - Supernatural BookJess joins Slava and Jonathan to conclude the discussion of Paul Tremblay's A Head Full Ghosts.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-06-111h 03
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastA Head Full of Ghosts Part 2 - Paul Tremblay - Horror Book - Supernatural BookSlava and Jonathan continue their discussion of Paul Tremblay's A Head Full Ghosts, serving up a healthy dose of something ... Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-06-041h 17
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastA Head Full of Ghosts Part 1 - Paul Tremblay - Horror Book - Supernatural BookSlava and Jonathan discuss Paul Tremblay's A Head Full Ghosts. Does it live up to the hype? Does it have any hype?Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-05-281h 07
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSkysworn Part 3 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan fly back to Cradle to visit our friend Lindon in Will Wight's fourth book in the series, Skysworn. This time, they are joined (again!) by the one and only Spenser Spensertom. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-05-2159 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSkysworn Part 2 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan fly back to Cradle to visit our friend Lindon in Will Wight's fourth book in the series, Skysworn. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-05-1449 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSkysworn Part 1 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan fly back to Cradle to visit our friend Lindon in Will Wight's fourth book in the series, Skysworn. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-05-0759 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastUBIK Part 2 - Philip K. Dick - Science Fiction Book - Fantasy BookWe don't know where Slava and Jonathan are, but we got this weird recording, and they are still talking about PKD's UBIK. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-04-3055 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastUBIK Part 1 - Philip K. Dick - Science Fiction Book - Fantasy BookThis week, Slava and Jonathan take a trip. A weird trip into the mind of Phillip K. Dick. Join them as they discuss PKD's UBIK.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-04-2352 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastWarbreaker Part 3 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are still on Nalthis, but they are joined by Spenser and Casey. Things get kinda heated.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-04-161h 28
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastWarbreaker Part 2 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are back on Nalthis—there is much to discuss and fit into one episode. The guys discuss Vivenna's growth and some of the political intrigue in the court of gods. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-04-0956 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastWarbreaker Part 1 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy BookJoin Slava and Jonathan on Nalthis as they delve into a story of two cities and two sisters with the Royal Locks. This week, we begin Warbreaker by Brandon Sanderson. This was Slava's first Cosmere book, and he loved it.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-04-0257 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Rule of Two Part 3 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan are joined by Matt to finish out the discussion on Drew Karpyshyn's The Rule of Two. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-261h 18
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Rule of Two Part 2 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookThis week, Slava and Jonathan finish discussing the dark adventures of Bane and Zannah, in the second book of the Bane trilogy by Drew Karpyshyn, The Rule of Two. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-03-1944 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Rule of Two Part 1 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan pick up where they left off in The Path of Destruction. In this second book of the Bane trilogy by Drew Karpyshyn, The Rule of Two. They meet up with Darth Bane as he heads to Dxun's ancient Sith temple, leaving Zannah with her first mission: to reach Onderon in 10 days using her cunning.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-03-1243 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastStephen King's IT Part 5 - Horror Book - Thriller Book - Coming of Age BookThere goes the standpipe. Slava and Jonathan finish up their discussion of Stephen King's IT before the final recap episode with our good friend Jess. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-02-271h 20
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastStephen King's IT Part 4 - Horror Book - Thriller Book - Coming of Age BookWe're still in Derry, good people. Slava and Jonathan are at the Barrens throwing rocks at bullies. Join them as they continue to discuss Stephen King's IT.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-02-201h 10
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastStephen King's IT Part 2 - Horror Book - Thriller Book - Coming of Age BookWelcome to Derry, good people. Slava and Jonathan float on over to a baby dam in Derry, Maine. And they make a pact to record more IT episodes.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-02-061h 07
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Hobbit Part 3 - JRR Tolkien - High Fantasy Book - Adventure BookDeborah, a huge Tolkien fan, joins Slava and Jonathan as they wrap up J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-01-231h 15
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Hobbit Part 2 - JRR Tolkien - High Fantasy Book - Adventure BookThe journey continues. Join Slava and Jonathan as they discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-01-1657 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Hobbit Part 1 - JRR Tolkien - High Fantasy Book - Adventure BookWell, Good People, after a long journey, we made it to Middle Earth. Join Slava and Jonathan (and friends) as they discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-01-0958 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Lies of Locke Lamora Part 5 - Scott Lynch - High Fantasy Book - Crime BookToday we leave the city of Camor, as Slava and Jonathan (and Spencer!) finish the discussion of Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke Lamora. Oh yeah, and Jess stops by at the end.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2024-01-021h 30
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Lies of Locke Lamora Part 4 - Scott Lynch - High Fantasy Book - Crime BookSlava and Jonathan reach part (act) 4 in their discussion of Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke Lamora. Just in time for (after) Christmas.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-12-2649 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Lies of Locke Lamora Part 3 - Scott Lynch - High Fantasy Book - Crime BookAnd we're in Part 3! We're still in the city of Camor, as Slava and Jonathan continue their discussion of Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke Lamora.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-12-2240 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Lies of Locke Lamora Part 2 - Scott Lynch - High Fantasy Book - Crime BookWe're still in the city of Camor, as Slava and Jonathan continue their discussion of Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke Lamora.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-12-1944 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Lies of Locke Lamora Part 1 - Scott Lynch - High Fantasy Book - Crime BookToday we visit the city of Camor. Join Slava and Jonathan as they dive into Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke Lamora.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-12-1250 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSurvivor Part 2 - Chuck Palahniuk - Dark Comedy Book - Psychological Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan are joined by Jess (a friend of Slava's from restaurant days of old) to do another nose dive into Chuck Palahniuk's Survivor.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-12-051h 23
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSurvivor Part 1 - Chuck Palahniuk - Dark Comedy Book - Psychological Fiction BookWe are off to Australia? Sort of. Slava and Jonathan tackle Chuck Palahniuk's Survivor.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-12-0455 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastBlackflame Part 3 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are joined by Spencer again. The usual shenanigans ensue. Part 3 of Will Wight's Blackfame, everyone.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-11-211h 07
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastBlackflame Part 2 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are back on Cradle. Join them as they travel to the Blackflame empire to reunite with our two favorite sacred artists.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-11-1449 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastHow to Make a Podcast Part 1 What Have We Learned Reflecting on Fifty EpisodesWe have made it to 50 episodes, and it would not have been as great or fun without you, good people, our audience. Enjoy this special (early) Monday drop of Side Quest as Slava and Jonathan go on a long side quest and discuss how they got here. Wherever here is.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-131h 51
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastBlackflame Part 1 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are back on Cradle. Join them as they travel to the Blackflame empire to reunite with our two favorite sacred artists.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-11-0746 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastStephen King's The Mist - Horror Book - Supernatural Fiction Book - Survival BookWell, Adventurers, we made it to Halloween. And today, Slava and Jonathan journey to a small Maine town overrun by monsters. Join us as they discuss Stephen King's The Mist. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-10-3158 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Exorcist Part 3 - William Peter Blatty - Horror Book - Supernatural Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan are joined by their buddy Zubair for the third and final part of The Exorcist by William Blatty. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vArt by Bill Gold, Movie Poster, The Exorcist, 1973.
2023-10-2456 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Exorcist Part 2 - William Peter Blatty - Horror Book - Supernatural Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan go spooky for October and discuss one of Slava's favorite books, The Exorcist, by William Blatty. This is part 2 of 3.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vArt by Bill Gold, Movie Poster, The Exorcist, 1973.
2023-10-1746 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Exorcist Part 1 - William Peter Blatty - Horror Book - Supernatural Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan go spooky for October and discuss one of Slava's favorite books, The Exorcist, by William BlattyOur IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vArt by Bill Gold, Movie Poster, The Exorcist, 1973.
2023-10-0348 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSoulsmith Part 3 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSpenser, the mind-reading world hopper, is back with Slava and Jonathan to wrap up Will Wight's second Cradle book, Soulsmith. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-10-0349 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSoulsmith Part 2 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are back on Cradle to discover what Yerin and Lindon have done since escaping the Sacred Valley. Join them as they dive into part two of Will Wight's second Cradle book, Soulsmith. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-09-261h 03
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastSoulsmith Part 1 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are back on Cradle to discover what Yerin and Lindon have done since escaping the Sacred Valley. Join them as they dive into part one of Will Wight's second Cradle book, Soulsmith.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-09-1945 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDune Part 7 - Frank Herbert - Science Fiction Book - Adventure Fiction BookWell, good people, the Dune guest episode is here. Spenser and Kristopher join Slava and Jonathan. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-09-121h 39
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDune Part 5 - Frank Herbert - Science Fiction Book - Adventure Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan are almost done with Dune. In this episode, they tackle part five. One more episode, and we have guests as we end our discussion of Dune.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-08-2954 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDune Part 4 - Frank Herbert - Science Fiction Book - Adventure Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan continue their series discussing Frank Herbert's Dune in this fourth of a six-part episode series.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-08-2250 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDune Part 3 - Frank Herbert - Science Fiction Book - Adventure Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan continue their series discussing Frank Herbert's Dune in this third of a six-part episode series. Lessons learned: always keep your cris knife close and figure out the definition of the word "plot" if you want to do a podcast on stories ... idk.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-08-1544 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDune Part 2 - Frank Herbert - Science Fiction Book - Adventure Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan continue their series discussing Frank Herbert's Dune in this second of a six-part episode series.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-08-0850 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDune Part 1 - Frank Herbert - Science Fiction Book - Adventure Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan go to Arrakis. The guys begin a 6-part series discussing Frank Herbert's Dune.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-08-0151 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Variable Man - Philip K Dick - Science Fiction Book - Speculative Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan read another Philip K. Dick work. This time, an early book novella called The Variable Man. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vArt: Edmund (Emsh) Emshwiller The Variable Man and Other Stories, Preliminary Cover Original Art (Ace Publishing, 1957).
2023-07-2541 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastOut of the Silent Planet Part 2 - CS Lewis - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan finish discussing C.S. Lewis' Out of the Silent Planet in this second and final episode on the book.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-07-1837 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastOut of the Silent Planet Part 1 - CS Lewis - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan tackle C.S. Lewis' Out of the Silent Planet in this first of a two-part episode. A little different approach this time, as the guys discuss the author and save the world talk for next time. Also, a slightly shorter episode this time.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-07-1135 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe City and The City - China Miéville - Science Fiction Book - Mystery Book - Crime BookSlava and Jonathan take some stands on China Meiville's The City & The City. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-07-041h 09
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastUnsouled Part 3 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSpencer joins Slava and Jonathan for the third and final episode on Will Wight's Unsouled. The usual side quests ensue. Grab your cookies and juice and enjoy.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-06-271h 16
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastUnsouled Part 2 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan dive into part two of their discussion of Will Wight's Unsouled. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-06-2050 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastUnsouled Part 1 - Will Wight - Progression Fantasy Book - Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan begin a three-part series discussing Will Wight's Unsouled, which is part one of twelve in the Cradle Series.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-06-1352 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Path of Destruction Part 3 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan are joined by Matt as they wrap up discussing Drew Karpyshyn's The Path of Destruction.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vArt: https://www.theexpandeduniverse.com/post/character-spotlight-darth-bane
2023-06-061h 08
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Path of Destruction Part 2 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookJoin Slava and Jonathan for the second and final part of their discussion of Drew Karpyshyn's The Path of Destruction. Part 3 is in the works, and we will have another special guest, Matt, who recommended this book to us.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vArt: https://www.theexpandeduniverse.com/post/character-spotlight-darth-bane
2023-05-3055 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Path of Destruction Part 1 - Drew Karpyshyn - Star Wars Book - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan take on Drew Karpyshyn's The Path of Destruction. For those who don't know, Path of Destruction centers on the life of Darth Bane and the fall of the first Sith order, roughly 1,000 years before Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vArt: https://www.theexpandeduniverse.com/post/character-spotlight-darth-bane
2023-05-2352 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDo Androids Dream of Electric Sheep Part 2 - Philip K. Dick - Dystopian Science Fiction BookThis week Slava and Jonatan dive into part two of Philip K Dick's Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Lucky for you, the episode was cut before Jonathan started singing Manson songs. Referenced article: Someone Directed an AI to "Destroy Humanity," and It Tried Its BestOur IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-05-161h 00
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastMonkey's Paw - WW Jacobs - Horror BookSlava and Jonathan discuss W. W. Jacobs' The Monkey's Paw and go on a side quest about carefully worded wishes. It seems Jonathan has an aptness for world-destructive wishes.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0vOriginal art by John Lawn from the 1982 publication of The Monkey's Paw by Troll Communications
2023-05-0444 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastRoadside Picnic Part 2 - Arkady Strugatsky and Boris Strugatsky - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan finish discussing part two of Roadside Picnic. The zone got a hold of Jonathan and turned him into a cow.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-05-021h 17
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastRoadside Picnic Part 1 - Arkady Strugatsky and Boris Strugatsky - Science Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan discuss Roadside Picnic by Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. In this first part of a two-part series, the guys discuss the introduction and sections one and two.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-04-2553 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 10 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookThis one might be our best one yet! Spencer, a fellow Cosmerian, joins Slava and Jonathan, and they discuss Slava's readthrough of The Way of Kings and share what characters they like best.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-04-181h 20
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 9 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookWell, good people, we've made it to the end of The Way of Kings. The guys wrap up the book and prepare for the final episode in this series -- a surprise cooked up by Jonathan.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-04-1154 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 8 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan go through chapters 64 through 69 in Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. We discover that Slava and Jonathan have different definitions of the word avalanche.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-04-041h 07
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 7 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookWell, good people, we have made it to episode 12 and part 7 of 10 of Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. This week, Slava and Jonathan discuss chapters 52 through 63.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-281h 20
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 6 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan continue their quest into Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. Slava is sick, and Jonathan is getting ready for a trip, but that won't stop them from discussing chapters 46 - 51 and Interludes 7 - 9. This is part six of ten for this book.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-03-2151 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 5 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookHalf way there! Slava and Jonathan tackle the fifth part of a ten-part series on Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. The guys discuss chapters 35-45.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-03-141h 27
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 4 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan tackle the fourth part of a ten-part series on Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. The guys discuss chapters 28 -34, interludes 4 -6. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-03-071h 19
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 3 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan dive into the third part of a ten-part series on Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. The guys discuss chapters 18 - 27.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-02-281h 14
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 2 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan dive into the second part of a ten-part series on Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. The guys discuss the first three interludes and chapters 12 - 17. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-02-211h 09
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Way of Kings Part 1 - Brandon Sanderson - Fantasy Book - Progression Fantasy BookSlava and Jonathan are tackling a ten-part series on Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. The guys discuss the prelude, prologue, and first eleven chapters.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-02-1458 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastThe Raven and The Tell-Tale Heart - Edgar Allan Poe - Gothic LiteratureSlava and Jonathan discuss two of Edgar Allan Poe's works -- The Raven and The Tell-Tale Heart. Side quests and madness ensue. Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-0753 min
The Side Quest Book Club PodcastDagon - HP Lovecraft - Horror Fiction BookSlava and Jonathan discuss H.P. Lovecraft's short story Dagon. The guys dive into some mythology and old religions that Lovecraft (most likely) pulled his ideas from to build the Chtulu universe and its great monsters.Our IG Channel | Our TikTok Channel | Music by HoliznaCC0v
2023-01-3133 min