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Best Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYSeason 2, Episode 5 - Storybrook Hollow Castle BreweryIn this episode, co-hosts Mark Gustavson and Jessica DuPont sit down with Chad Paliotta from Storybrook Hollow in Cairo, NY to discover the his journey of buying a castle, creating a whimsical world within it, adding a brewery, and all things magical about starting a business in Greene County, NY
2025-10-2837 min
Run Your Story PodcastMark Kirstein (Manci's Run-Walk Social) - "If they can do it, I can do it"Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!In this episode, Mark shares his inspiring journey into running, which began in 2014 as a personal challenge and blossomed into a passion.From running marathons to building a welcoming running community at Manci's in Daphne, Mark emphasizes the importance of inclusion and mental health awareness.He discusses the highs and lows of his marathon experiences, the significance of helping others through organizations like Achilles and IGY6, and his vision of creating a supportive environment for everyone, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
2025-10-1549 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYSeason 2 Episode 4 Catskills Comedy FestivalOn this Episode of the Best Kept Secrets of Greene County, NY Podcast, co-hosts Mark Gustavson & Jessica DuPont talk all things Comedy with Co-Founder and Director of Un-Funny of the Catskills Comedy Festival, Stephan Bradicich. Special shout out for Patrick Hernadez and his media production students for a great session at the Catskill High School media studios.
2025-09-2336 min
Run Your Story PodcastMark Carroll - "You get to choose your attitude"Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!In this episode, Mark shares his lifelong running journey, starting from childhood antics in Vestavia Hills to becoming deeply immersed in the running community.He discusses how he transitioned from football to track in high school and how running became both a physical and emotional outlet, especially in dealing with depression and alcoholism.Despite facing numerous physical setbacks, including neuropathy and a bad knee, Mark rediscovered his passion for running at 59 and began participating in races again.He highlights the importance...
2025-09-1756 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYSeason 2 Episode 3In Episode 3 of Season 2, Co-hosts Mark Gustavson and Jessica Dupont let the Catskills out of the bag in the 'Painted Village in the Sky' AKA Tannersville, NY. On their visit to the Hunter Foundation, they are welcomed by its Executive Director Sean Mahoney and board member Sarah Slutzky for a deeper dive into the many economic and community development successes on the mountaintop.
2025-08-2534 min
Run Your Story PodcastShawn McDaniel - "Continue to run forward, continue to press hard, continue to do well."Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Join us as Sean shares his incredible journey through the Tuscaloosa running community!From starting the first cross country team in high school to running 28 marathons, Sean's story is filled with heartfelt anecdotes, valuable life lessons, and a deep passion for running.Dive into his experiences, from early morning runs and misadventures on college campuses, to becoming a race director and mentoring young runners.Discover his tips for beginners, his favorite running gear, and the camaraderie that makes the Tuscaloosa running...
2025-08-061h 14
Run Your Story PodcastMike Wattigny - "Summer miles lead to Fall smiles!"Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Join us at Fly Llama Brewing in Biloxi for a thrilling halfway celebration of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon!Mike and Allison delve into the upcoming 10th anniversary of this race, reflecting on its impactful past and previewing what's to come.They celebrate the equally iconic 10th anniversary of the Battleship 12K, a race dedicated to honoring veterans.Mike also shares insights about the Louisiana Marathon, gearing up for its 15th anniversary with ambitious plans to pack 10,000 participants!Fresh...
2025-07-2322 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYSeason 2 Episode 2: Thomas Cole National Historic SiteIn Episode 2 of Season 2, Host Mark Gustavson is joined by co-host Sylvia Hasenkopf on a visit to the Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill, NY.Maura O'Shea (Executive Director of the site) and Jennifer Greim (Director for Advancement) host Best Kept Secrets of Greene County, NY in Thomas Cole's 1839 original studio to discuss the multitude of programs and exhibits at the campus, and all things Hudson River School of Art.Thank you to the the Thomas Cole National Historic Site!The Cole Fellows ProgramUpcoming Events
2025-06-1733 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYSeason 2 Episode 1: A Trip to the PastIn the first episode of Season 2, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson travel to the Vedder Research Library of the Greene County Historical Society on the Bronck House campus in Coxsackie, NY. They are welcomed by Greene County Historian Jonathan Palmer for a vibrant discussion of the pivotal events and conditions that have shaped our communities, economies, and sensibilities over the past 400 years!
2025-04-1640 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYSeason 1 Finale: Looking Back. Looking Ahead.In the final episode of Season 1, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson are joined by James Hannahs (Directector of Economic Development for Greene County & Executive Director of the Greene County Economic Development Corporation) and Beth Stewart (President and Executive Director of the Greene County Chamber of Commerce).Together they discuss dynamism of the Greene County Business Community, as well as key accomplishments by both organizations as they continuously work to make Greene County a wonderful place to live, work, and own a business.Have a listen, share with your friends, and don’t...
2025-02-2145 min
Newsletter & Email Growth: Growth In ReverseSmall changes that could 10x your newsletter.Get 30 proven strategies to grow and optimize your email list FREE >>Could these small changes have a 10x impact on your newsletter's success? Chenell & Dylan reveal 15+ little newsletter changes you can make today that could have massive results. → Take your newsletter to the next level with GIR Pro >>→ Get free access to 75+ newsletter Growth Levers here >>KEY TAKEAWAYSThe minimalist landing page tip that can help boost conversions9 small ways to improve your welcome email—and increase engagementThe missed opportunity with “almost there” & "thank-you" pagesReferral programs: a simple way to make th...
2025-02-0545 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 10: Night SchoolIn Episode 10 Co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson travel to the village of Athens, NY for a conversation with Johnny Osborne, the proprietor of Night School - a new brew and pizza destination in the former home of Crossroads Brewing. They discuss creating two unique brands of brews, and some of the best thin crust pies you've ever had.
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2024-12-1035 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 9: Via RavioliIn Episode 9, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson are in the Town of Coxsackie visiting with Steve Gonzalez & Kate Galassi – the proprietors of Via Ravioli. This boutique manufacturer of fresh pasta products & sauces is rapidly becoming a destination for delicious must-haves for residents and visitors alike.
Kate & Steve discuss how they came to love the communities and lifestyle of Greene County, and how they have made life-long friendships with creative entrepreneurs who share their passion and commitment to our local makers, growers, suppliers and support businesses.
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2024-10-2241 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 8: Catskills Comedy FestivalIn Episode 8, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower & Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag with Robbie Chafitz, co-founder and Director of Funny for the Catskills Comedy Festival (TCCF), which debuts on the weekend of October 18th. Greene County boasts some of the best destination festivals in the North East, and TCCF will be making its festival grounds in multiple venues, eateries, and retail establishments in the business district of the Village of Catskill – staging performances and workshops in and around local businesses, and making it cool for attendees to explore and experience all the community has to offer.
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2024-09-1928 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 7: WRIPIn Episode 7, Co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag in Windham, NY at WRIP Radio. As the station celebrates its 25th year in operation, on-air personalities Jay Fink (President & GM) and Joe Loverro (Morning Host) tell all about their experience in commercial, Community-based radio. These voices of the Mountaintop provide all of Greene County with information, entertainment, promotion of community events, and highly effective advertising for local businesses.
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2024-08-2240 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 6: High Rock
In Episode 6, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson are in the Village of Catskill for a conversation with Michael Moy and Joe Snaido – the co-owners of High Rock Home at Joe’s Garage on Main Street. They discuss how Joe and Michael found their way from high-profile careers in Manhattan to gaining work-life balance and following their dreams in Greene County. From building their forever home in the hamlet of East Durham, to renovating a legacy garage into an event space, they have pivoted to become essential members of the specialty retail community in Catskill.
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2024-07-2242 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 5: Last ChanceIn Episode 5, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at Last Chance Antiques & Cheese Café in the village of Tannersville, NY.
Second-generation owner Dave Kashman discusses returning to the community where he was born to live and work on the mountain top. Set in what has come to be known as the ‘painted village in the sky’, Last Chance is a destination for great food, libations, provisions, and arguably one of the largest beer menus in the Great Northern Catskill Mountains.
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2024-06-0726 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 4: Julia's LocalIn Episode 4, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at Julia’s Local
in the charming hamlet of Round Top NY. Owner Julia Joern tells all about visiting the Catskills as a child, and ultimately building her forever home and dream business in Greene County. Opening her business just as COVID hit the country, Julia and her partner Henning’s journey has built a culture of community, collaboration and cuisine at their ‘much-more-than-just-a-restaurant’ on the aptly named Hearts Content Road.
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2024-04-2947 min
Run Your Story PodcastAmy and John Schneider (Parkinson's Moving Day) - "Take your medicine and exercise"Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!This episode of the podcast delves into the inspiring story of the Schneider family, particularly Amy Schneider’s journey with Parkinson’s disease.From the initial diagnosis to the daily battles and victories, the conversation sheds light on the significant role of exercise, the importance of medication, and the invaluable support of family and community.Listen in as we explore how movement, community, and a positive mindset can make a profound impact on living with Parkinson's.Amy SchneiderJo...
2024-03-2740 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 3: UnQuietIn Episode 3, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at UnQuiet – Antiques, Interiors, Insubordination in the Historic Reed Street Business District in Coxsackie, NY.
Owner/Visionary Sarah Gray Miller has created a truly eclectic shopping destination and gathering place just across the street from the Hudson River. Sarah Gray takes us on her journey from magazine editor and Greene County weekender, to her hard pivot to retail and hospitality in a riverfront community on the rise. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don’t forget to leav...
2024-03-1847 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 2: Red StarIn Episode 2, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at Red Star Café & Bakery on Main Street in Cairo, NY. Proprietors Shahen & Kim Guiragossian provide a variety of coffees, teas, and delicious baked goods in
what has become a destination business for travelers and locals alike. Kim & Shahen share the story that brought them to Cairo to live, work, and raise a family in a community they love. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don’t forget to leave a review on your platform of choice.
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2024-02-2327 minBest Kept Secrets of Greene County, NYEpisode 1: InceptionCo-hosts Thomas Boomhower & Mark Gustavson discuss how the podcast
series began with James Hannahs, Executive Director of the Greene County
Economic Development Corporation. They share their origin stories,
connections to Greene County, and what listeners can expect in forthcoming
episodes.
2024-01-2521 min
Northwest ReportsSupporting Girls’ Education in AfghanistanAs the Taliban tightens restrictions, Marnie Gustavson's nonprofit finds workarounds. Reporter Hal Bernton shares the WA native's history of advocacy.
Journalist Hal Bernton took his first trip to Afghanistan back in 2009, to cover the war for The Seattle Times. There he met a Washington woman, Marnie Gustavson, and learned about PARSA, the Kabul-based nonprofit aid organization she has now led for 16 years. Through PARSA, Gustavson, who spent part of her childhood in Kabul, has helped run schools, improve orphanages and train teachers and social workers.
Bernton returned to Afghanistan in 2012 and continued to cover both...
2023-05-3121 min
C'era una volta un podcastS1.E3."Pinocchio". Andare a fondoAbbiamo visto "Pinocchio di Guillermo del Toro" diretto da Guillermo del Toro e Mark Gustavson, vincitore dell'Oscar 2023 come 'Miglior film di animazione'. Abbiamo incontrato il tema: andare a fondo. Prodotto da Eduway srls Impresa Sociale.Voci: Claudio Recenti, Paolo Urso e Andrea Dasti. Voce sigla: Heidi Corti.Grafica: Claudio Recenti. Post-produzione: Eduway.
2023-03-2719 min
Run Your Story PodcastJim Mather - "Healing is a Process, There's a Purpose in Pain"Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Jim Mather shares his personal running story and the role it has played in his life. Running was inspired by his uncle and father, who were runners and coaches. During his teenage years, he got serious about running and continued to run even after joining the military. However, he went through a phase where running became too much and he had to let go. He also went through several significant events in his life but maintained peace through his faith.Jim picked up running again...
2023-02-221h 29
Therapist to MillionsDiscussing Brain Health, Dr Amen, and How to Be Bold - An Amazing Conversation With an Amazing Lady! | T2M Podcast Episode 24 with Barbara GustavsonBarbara Gustavson is the founder of Discover Next Step and partners with Dr Daniel Amen as Program Director of the Brain Health Licensed Trainer Course at Amen University, helping individuals and organizations integrate brain-based strategies into their work and life. Having spent 11 years in Consulting, Coaching & Leadership and 25 years in Business Management, Barbara’s mission is to share new ways to think, see, respond, and engage so that leaders can set their Inner Bold in motion.
She is the author of Permission to be BOLD: A Guide to Loving Yourself, Living Fully, and Leaving Your Mark in th...
2023-01-3146 min
Downtime with John and EmilyEpisode 199: How to Work PotpourriDowney Siblings De-Classified Work Survival Guide is here, take notes.
Thanks so much to Mark Thurau for providing the tunes this week, check him out on social media @markthurau and go stream Pretty Loose End again!!!! https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/markthurau/pretty-loose-end
Check out our Network Twitch channel and everything Outlaws at https://linktr.ee/outlawsnetwork
Intro/Outro Music: Ethan Gustavson https://somepointsound.com
Cover Art: Natalie Spitzel https://nataliespitzel.com
2023-01-2450 min
CamerosityEpisode 25: Steve Sasson and the First Digital CameraThis week on episode 25 we go beyond the world of film and bring to you a whole episode talking about the history of digital cameras. In order to do that, we called upon a man who can speak to the earliest history of digital photography like no other, Steve Sasson.
In 1975, at the age of only 25 while working for Kodak, Steve created the world's first digital camera. A crude looking blue and metal box with exposed electronics inside, a lens from a Kodak XL movie camera, and a cassette recorder as it's data storage device, the camera wo...
2022-05-051h 41
Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic DevelopmentLocal Econ Dev Digital Marketing with KathodeRay MediaIn this episode Dane talks with Mark Gustavson and Marlene McTigue of KathodeRay Media about their success stories in rural economic development digital marketing.
Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider including your name or Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!Special Guests: Mark Gustavson and Marlene McTigue.Sponsored By:Econ Dev Pro: Upgrade your subscription and support the Econ Dev Show with a paid membership. Plus AI in Economic Development and other bonuses.Links:Greene County and KathodeRayGet On the Ma...
2022-05-0231 min
Brain Health - Unchaining Your PainPermission To Be BOLD with Barbara GustavsonBarbara Gustavson joins Dr. Ruth Allan on the 29th Episode of Brain Health: Unchaining Your Pain and ninth episode in series 2.Barbara is Founder of Discover Next Step, a consulting and coaching company. In her workshops, retreats and 1:1 coaching, she combines personal growth, leadership and brain-based techniques to help her clients get more clarity on their next bold steps. She is author of ‘Permission To Be BOLD: A Guide to Loving Yourself, Living Fully and Leaving Your Mark In the World.’ Barbara is also the program director for the Brain Health...
2022-04-181h 02
Business Design29. Mark Evans & Providing Value as a Salesperson🍨 Mark’s unique approach to reaching out to Kent on LinkedIn. 00:50😇 He likes sending personalized videos to people, which bring a level of personality and humanity to the interaction. 01:402️⃣ Salespeople need to embrace these two things in order to make their messaging stand out. 02:54 👍 Responses to Mark’s unusual approach are mostly positive, but regardless of the response he gets, he knows it’s all about the connection and the person he’s trying to help. 04:26❗ Advice for Founders: Build and sell a minimum viable product first. 06:21🤓 Replication and systematization: Every proc...
2021-09-0721 min
Thought Leader04. Dr. Mark Van Rijmenam & Having a Digital Twin🙃 What is the Digital Speaker? 01:53👑 In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king. 03:53🤯 Writing a book in few months. 05:23🚵♂️ Mark’s adventure: circumnavigating Australia on a bicycle. 07:42🚴♂️ Cycling and revelations on a simple life, creativity, and perseverance. 08:56😇 When one adventure changes your life entirely. 12:14🦾 Mark wants to develop the first live talk show in virtual reality.14:24✨ “We are moving towards the metaverse, where there is full integration between the virtual and real world.” 18:08Connect with Mark: www.thedigitalspeaker.comConnect with
2021-07-1422 min
Breaking AverageEncore - Winning Mentality Part 3 - Elite 8 with Mark Batterson & Summer Batterson DaileyComing together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. -Henry Ford
Winning Mentality is a multi-part series modeled after the March Madness college basketball tournament. Except this tournament is centered around movies that demonstrate the winning mentality, leadership and overall leave us inspired. It is now week 3 – we take the picks down to the Elite 8. We had some help from our special guests - Mark Batterson and his daughter Summer Batterson Dailey.
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2021-07-081h 05Breaking AverageEncore - Winning Mentality Part 3 - Elite 8 with Mark Batterson & Summer Batterson DaileyComing together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. -Henry Ford
Winning Mentality is a multi-part series modeled after the March Madness college basketball tournament. Except this tournament is centered around movies that demonstrate the winning mentality, leadership and overall leave us inspired. It is now week 3 – we take the picks down to the Elite 8. We had some help from our special guests - Mark Batterson and his daughter Summer Batterson Dailey.
Learn more about God Speaks in Whispers
See us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursda...
2021-07-081h 05
TALL TALE TV - Sci-Fi and Fantasy Short Stories"The Extended Vacation" - SciFi Short Story - by Don LubovThe Extended Vacation ep.441 What is supposed to be a quick trip ends up taking much, much longer than planned. Don has written for Yahoo Voices, Beliefnet.com, and Kinja.com. His writings have been published in various magazines and books. He has written the following 6 books — More info on his website: http://donlubov.com. An End to Stress – spirituality and self-help The Plague – sci-fi cautionary tale The Side Job – a novel of a female assassin The Writers Bloc Club – an anthology of prose & poetry Near Death in the Gila National Forest – a memoir Frosty the Soulman...
2021-06-1113 min
Inner BoldNeigh to the Naysayers - with Marc MawhinneyWhat is your response to naysayers? Do they trigger you, discourage or derail you? Learn how Mark used naysayers to his advantage to grow his successful coaching company.
2021-04-2535 minBreaking AverageWinning Mentality Part 3 - Elite 8 with Mark Batterson & Summer Batterson DaileyComing together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. -Henry Ford
Winning Mentality is a multi-part series modeled after the March Madness college basketball tournament. Except this tournament is centered around movies that demonstrate the winning mentality, leadership and overall leave us inspired. It is now week 3 – we take the picks down to the Elite 8. We had some help from our special guests - Mark Batterson and his daughter Summer Batterson Dailey.
Learn more about God Speaks in Whispers
See us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursda...
2020-12-101h 05Breaking AverageWinning Mentality Part 3 - Elite 8 with Mark Batterson & Summer Batterson DaileyComing together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. -Henry Ford
Winning Mentality is a multi-part series modeled after the March Madness college basketball tournament. Except this tournament is centered around movies that demonstrate the winning mentality, leadership and overall leave us inspired. It is now week 3 – we take the picks down to the Elite 8. We had some help from our special guests - Mark Batterson and his daughter Summer Batterson Dailey.
Learn more about God Speaks in Whispers
See us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursda...
2020-12-101h 05
50/50 Accelerator PodcastEpisode 189: The Science of ServiceOn this episode Josh talks with Mark Colgate, Professor of Service Excellence at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business. They discuss, scientifically, of what good service is comprised.
2019-03-1120 min
Evolved RadioERP039: Mark Colgate - The Science of ServiceMark is a Professor of Service Excellence at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business. Author of "The science of service, the proven formula to drive customer loyalty and stand out from the crowd." Available on Amazon. Mark has done work with the govt. Of British Columbia, Telus, Whistler Blackcomb and the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
2019-01-2622 min
Crack the Customer Code349: Mark Colgate, The Science of ServiceJeannie and Adam uncover the science behind consistently great customer service with Mark Colgate, author of The Science of Service. Get customer service down to a science The problem with customer service is not making it great, but making it consistently great. It is impossible to make people do, think and feel the same things. What is great for one customer may be terrible for the next, or simply may not work out the same way in every situation. So how can we know our service is always great for every customer? And more importantly...
2018-12-1922 minDowntime with John and EmilyEpisode 21: How to Prepare for a MarathonOn your mark...Get set...Listen to our latest episode of this podcast! In this one, The Downey Siblings reach a new low in terms of how little they know about a topic they decide on. They talk about Nipple Pasties, Backyard Godzilla Fights, and about how just really gross running is as a sport. 26?...26??? Thanks so much to Friends at the Falls for their song A Heart To Save! Head to soundcloud.com/friendsatthefalls to find more great music! Thanks to Ethan Gustavson for our Intro and Outtro music! More from him at ethangustavson.com. Listen in for our...
2017-05-2649 min
Didn't See It Coming with Marc StoiberHow to build (and kill) brand imageWith the recent release of the Gustavson Brand Trust Index, I was invited on CFAX talk radio to chat about how to build brand image - and how to destroy it. Join host Mark Brennae and myself as we discuss the Gustavson Index, Edelman's Global Trust Barometer, and the rapidly morphing world of brands.
2016-10-1718 min