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The Business RoundUp with Melissa BillBachata Sensual: A Festival for the Body, Mind and SoulJoin us for this exciting episode as we catch up with Damian Guzman, Founder of Bachata Sensual - a Latin craze taking the dance world by storm.
Damian walks us through the start of this passionate dance style and the following:
• The inspiration to create Bachata Sensual America
• How the organization aims to recreate the European dance experience in the U.S.
• What makes Bachata Sensual America different from other Bachata festivals and events.
Background on the Dance Style:
• The essence of Bachata Sensual an...2025-05-2319 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillWe The Studios: Shaking Up the Entertainment GameJoin us as we revisit an exciting episode featuring Cara Leopardo, the visionary Founder and CEO of We The Studios, to explore the ever-evolving landscape of the entertainment industry. With a wealth of experience as a long-time industry veteran, Cara takes us on a journey through her career, sharing how she first broke into the world of television and film and the passion that has fueled her success.
Cara discusses the transformations she’s witnessed over the past decade in the entertainment industry—especially in the wake of COVID. Plus, how these shifts have reshaped the way stori...2025-05-2024 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillJunior Moguls: Inspiring Young EntrepreneursJoin us for an exciting episode of Business RoundUp where we speak with April Taylor, finance coach, successful entrepreneur and the founder and coach of Jr. Moguls.
In this episode, Taylor shares her background and what got her passionate about finance, plus:
The importance of educating our youth about finance
Tips for raising up young entrepreneurs
Creating an environment focused on learning and success
The launch of Jr. Moguls exciting new platform
Please follow and subscribe and let us know what topics interest you the most, and we'll make sure to cover them. See you...2025-05-1620 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillCapped Fees, Real Costs: The Impact on Small BusinessesJoin us for an in-depth conversation with Jess Ward, the Senior Director of State Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union
Ward works actively with legislators and policymakers to promote pro-taxpayer policy at the state and local levels. In this episode she discusses how elected officials in states such as Texas are seeking price controls on interchange fees - arguing that capping interchange fees will help small businesses and lower prices for consumers.
Ward explains why in reality, this would instead place the burden on the consumer, plus the following:
How capping swipe fees can n...2025-05-1319 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillNew Legislation, A Game-changer for Texas Dentists and PatientsJoin us for this episode of The Business RoundUp where we speak with Dr Rudy Ramos, a D.D.S., owner at Rudy Ramos D.D.S. & Associates in Houston. Dr. Ramos, a former Texas State Board of Dental Examiners official, discusses how a new piece of legislation could impact public dental health including:
How dental licensing works:
How the proposed HB1803 will impact dental care for Texans.
The current requirement for all dentists and dental hygienists to pass a written exam to receive a license.
Why it matters:
Licensing is an important check and balance to ensure a...2025-05-0821 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillMiami's Luxury Real Estate: Trends, Buyers, and Market InsightsIn this episode, we sit down with Darin Tansey, Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elleman. Tansey, who is a top realtor in both general and new developments in Miami and Miami Beach, discusses Miami's luxury market and its evolvement over the past five years.
Tansey gives insight on the following:
How Miami has transformed into a global luxury destination over the past 17+ years.
The shifts in buyer demographics, including a rise in out-of-state and international buyers.
Waterfront properties & neighborhood trends; Why are areas like Miami Beach, Edgewater, Bay Harbor, and surrounding areas t...2025-05-0523 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillThe Future of the Beauty and Anti-Aging BusinessJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Lana Kerr, the trailblazing founder of Lumisque and the CO2Lift, as we dive into the evolving world of beauty and anti-aging innovation. In this episode, Lana shares her fascinating journey, from her early beginnings to becoming a leader in the skincare industry. She opens up about what sparked her passion for health and beauty and the pivotal moments that led her to launch Lumisque, her groundbreaking skincare company.
Lana reveals the story behind her discovery of topical carboxytherapy during a trip to Japan, shedding light on the origins of CO...2025-05-0220 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillAmerica's Evolving Homeland Security: How Politics Plays a RoleJoin us for an in-depth look into America's Homeland Security. Dr. J. Michael Waller, Senior Analyst of Strategy for The Center of Security Policy discusses the current Trump administration policies and initiatives on national security, plus weighs in on the following:
Status of the U.S. border and its security situation.
United States national security initiatives that are a priority under the Trump administration. The main points of concern and the ways to improve these issues.
What initiatives The Center for Security Policy.is focused on this year including the backing of state law enforcement.
Please follow a...2025-04-2938 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillUnlocking the US Oil & Gas Market: Dive into Industry Trends with Adam Ferrari, CEO Phoenix EnergyToday joining us on The Business RoundUp is Adam Ferrari, the CEO of Phoenix Energy. Adam brings over 20+ years in the oil and gas industry.
During this episode we discuss trends in the investment side and production side of the oil & gas industry. Plus, take a deeper look into the following:
Industry changes under President Trump's new administration.
The importance behind locally developed oil investment and how is it powering growth and energy independence.
How Phoenix Energy frees owners' mineral values.
What are some of the ways to fuel bold expansion in U.S. energy.
How...2025-04-2415 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillLeading with Faith, interview with CJ Wheeler - Founder of Book It CJToday in Business Roundup, host Melissa Bill speaks with CJ Wheeler, Founder of Book It CJ - a DC based PR Firm specializing in media exposure for conservative, Christian, and Veteran voices.
In this episode we explore putting faith into the center of your business and life.
CJ Wheeler shares insight into the following:
How the Bible teaches invaluable lessons about business and living a better life.
The unique way she studied the Bible during her year of transformation.
The radical shift in her perspective on control, ambition, and worry.
How God’s master pl...2025-04-2130 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE75, Business RoundUp Interview with John Richardson, founder of Richardson Nutritional Center and Operation World Without CancerIn this episode, John Richardson, Founder of Richardson Nutritional Center and Operation World Without Cancer shares why this is an exciting time for America and its journey towards regaining its health under the MAHA movement.
Richardson is the Founder of Operation World Without Cancer and applauds and supports the efforts of President Trump and RJK Jr. to help Make America Healthy Again. Having a deep history of Richardson's family and organization doing battle with Big Pharma & Big Gov himself, Operation World Without Cancer has compiled their Top 7 MAHA Missions that are vital to the goal to Make America Hea...2025-04-1836 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE74, Business RoundUp Interview with Patrick Gruhn is the CEO of Perpetuals.com, and formerly part of FTX EuropeJoin us for an insightful conversation with a veteran in the digital currency space, Patrick Gruhn, who is the CEO of Perpetuals.com, and formerly part of FTX Europe. In this episode, Patrick dives deeper into the evolving crypto and digital currency market, sharing his expertise and perspective on its ever-changing landscape.
We’ll explore topics including tokenized stocks & the evolution of digital securities; real-world assets gain traceability through blockchain infrastructure development and important lessons learned from the development of DigitalAssets.AG, as a pre-FTX platform.
Tune in as we discuss the future of Regulated Cr...2025-04-1425 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE73, Business RoundUp Interview with Ben Jacobs and Jessica Chestler, co-founders of the Chestler/Jacobs TeamGuests Ben Jacobs and Jessica Chestler, co-founders of the Chestler/Jacobs team discuss the art of assisting clients within the two vastly different real estate markets of Florida and New York.
Ben and Jessica cover topics including navigating luxury real estate in markets like Florida and New York, and a few key differences in buyer demographics, pricing trends, and investment opportunities.
In this episode. listeners can learn the top five reasons that high-net-worth buyers are moving between NYC and Florida.
2025-04-0922 min
SEE THE UNSEEN Podcast w/Melissa GeorgeoffInterview with Bill Tortorella-Near Death Experiencer: What Happens When We Die? What happens when we die? Join me in this podcast as Bill Tortorella shares his near-death experience. Bill Tortorella won an international art contest with over 250,000 contestants for WNBC's Broadway musical "Jesus Christ Superstar" by Andrew Lloyd Webber. This achievement had a significant impact on his life. In 1994, while attending a trade show in Tucson, Arizona, a virus outbreak occurred that caused many attendees, including Bill, to become seriously ill. During this time, Bill experienced a near-death event. This experience profoundly influenced his life, motivating him to write about the insights he gained...2025-04-091h 22
We Are Superman#339 - WE ARE MELISSA DAVEY BOLDLY LAUNCHING A NEW CAREER IN HER SIXTIESMelissa Davey took the adage about it’s never too late to try something new quite seriously. This wasn’t about jumping out of an airplane kind of stuff. In her sixties, she retired from a lengthy corporate career to pursue her second act and dream of becoming a filmmaker. I always tell teens I coach or meet who are stressed about picking a college major and choosing a career path, that the average American changes careers, not just jobs, seven times in their lifetimes. You never know when circumstances allow you to drop the grind and forge a new...2025-04-031h 19The Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE72, Business RoundUp Interview with Kyle Berry, Principal at Sendero and Lead of Human Capital Management practiceKyle Berry, Principal at Sendero and Lead of Human Capital Management practice, explains HCM's critical role within an organization.
Plus, how crucial a unified HCM is during mergers and acquisitions, due to its ability to streamline workforce integration by consolidating employee data and automating onboarding.
2025-03-2917 min
BartholomewtownHow "Fire Districts" Restrict Shoreline Access and Operate Extra-Constitutionally: Activist Melissa JenkinsSend us a textActivist Melissa Jenkins discusses how fire districts, particularly in Bonnet Shores, operate outside of the normal confines of democracy. Support the show2025-03-2727 min
The Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE71, Business RoundUp: Interview with Joseph Gonzalez, Founder and CEO of Level Up InsuranceJoseph Gonzalez discusses the changing landscape of the Florida insurance industry, and how their agency is making a difference by helping to educate their clients.
He covers important topics such as the importance of finding a good agent who can aid in selecting the right homeowner, auto and even life insurance plan for you and your family.
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The Creation of Me: A Music from a Lifetime Retrospective12-18-21-30-40-NOW! - Episode 7 - MelissaHi there, and welcome to today’s episode of 12-18-21-30-40-NOW! The episodes on this podcast that looks to combine the memories of what music creates to the memories of everyday people. On these episodes we will have a conversation with people about how music affects their lives and the memories that music brings back to them about different stages of their life. About how music has affected their lives, and what it reminds them of those times now.
This will concentrate on certain times of their lives. At the age of 12, at the ag...2025-03-021h 18
Dear Dance Mom...Bill Belichick's girlfriend isn't old enough to rent a car!This week, we check in with 3 of our favorite dance moms! Jill recently discovered how many millions make a billion and she shares her surprise. Melissa made the decision to place her dog in a training facility and shares an update. The moms discuss the rising costs of Disneyland, Bill Belichick dating a younger woman, and share their plans for dinner. They also discuss their least and most favorite parts of being on Dance Moms.Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a...2025-02-2855 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE45. Texas RoundUP: Interview with Ryan Otto, Owner of Accent Financial ServicesIn this episode, we sit down with Ryan Otto, President of Accent Financial Services in Allen, Texas. With over two decades of experience spanning small business ownership and leadership in a Fortune 500 company, Ryan shares his journey of taking over a legacy business that started on a farm and transforming it into a thriving resource for entrepreneurs and individuals.
Ryan dives into his passion for helping small businesses launch, grow, and succeed, fueled by his background in finance and his entrepreneurial family roots. He also discusses the innovative financial tools he’s developed and his commitment to on...2025-01-0327 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE40. Texas RoundUP: Interview With Actor & Producer Scott Hamm-DuenasIn this episode, we sit down with accomplished actor and producer Scott Hamm-Duenas to explore his dynamic career. We discuss his journey from guest-starring on the iconic Walker, Texas Ranger to filming in the Lone Star State, and his latest project, the upcoming holiday release of Final Wager.
Scott shares insights into the unique challenges of producing and starring in his own film, working alongside legendary actor Michael Madsen, and how the film industry has evolved in the wake of COVID-19.
Join us for an engaging conversation packed with behind-the-scenes stories, career reflections, and a...2024-12-2015 min
Metal Chat with MelissaEPISODE 63-Bill from Music from a lifetimeJoin my friend Bill and I as we talk Maiden, podcasting and reminice about our visit.
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Here is where you can find Bill
Blog: http://westkiamametal.blogspot.com
Patreon: https://patreon.com/realmetalkevin
The Creation of Me Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0fZFiBI8ldP8PdvBFvbbeI?si=ZVxTtAOTSZGp3JyZQ_FM-g
Death by Multimedia Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YIYNWZghlX5IZuMB3ntMN
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/RealMetalKevin
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmetalkevin/
2024-12-131h 19Metal Chat with MelissaEPISODE 63 -Bill from Music from a lifetimeJoin my friend Bill from Australia and me as we chat about Iron Maiden, podcasting and reminice about the afternoon we hung out together.
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Metalmelissapodcast@gmail.com
where to find Bill:
Blog: http://westkiamametal.blogspot.com
Patreon: https://patreon.com/realmetalkevin
The Creation of Me Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0fZFiBI8ldP8PdvBFvbbeI?si=ZVxTtAOTSZGp3JyZQ_FM-g
Death by Multimedia Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YIYNWZghlX5IZuMB3ntMN
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/RealMetalKevin
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmetalkevin/
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Blue SkySpecial Episode for Gratitude Month, Featuring Reflections on Gratitude from Bill Burke and Blue Sky AlumsNovember is Gratitude Month at the Optimism Institute and this episode wraps up our celebration while kicking off Thanksgiving weekend. Blue Sky host and founder of The Optimism Institute Bill Burke shares his thoughts on the tight link between gratitude and optimism and has selected excerpts from past episodes to drive this point home. Blue Sky alums explain the health benefits of gratitude, the many reasons to be grateful to be alive today, and why, despite our many challenges, the United States and its founding ideals are worth believing in and being thankful for. Chapters: 2024-11-2737 min
Blue SkyMelissa Connelly Describes Her Optimistic Journey From Eighth Grade Truant to CEO of OneGoalMelissa Connelly had a rocky start to her high school career, being placed in her school’s truancy program after missing sixty days of classes in 8th grade. Fortunately, Melissa found her guidance counselor, Mrs. Jeter, who changed her life. With her help, Melissa turned her academic career around and through determined optimism, managed to earn college degrees and build a successful, high impact life. She now oversees OneGoal, a national postsecondary access and success organization and she shares her inspiring story on this episode of Blue Sky. Chapters: 02:11 Meet Melissa Connelly ...2024-10-3053 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE27. Texas RoundUP: Interview with Adam Ferrari CEO of Phoenix Capital Group Holdings
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Adam Ferrari, CEO of Phoenix Capital Group Holdings, LLC. With nearly two decades of experience in the oil and gas sector, Adam has been a driving force behind Phoenix Capital Group’s rapid growth and success. Raised in a small farm town in Illinois, Adam’s journey took him from a magna laude degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to leading a dynamic team at Phoenix.
Phoenix Capital Group is a premier firm specializing in the acquisition of oil and gas mineral rights and operated...2024-10-2824 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE26. TexasRoundUP: Interview with Noah Healy, Mathematician And Founder of CoordiscIn today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that influences so many facets of our economy, but that often gets overlooked. Markets, algorithms, and the possibility of creating a more transparent and efficient way to trade commodities. Joining us today is Noah Healy, a mathematician and the founder of Cordisc, who is here to discuss a new approach he’s pioneering: the Coordinated Discovery Market, or CDM.”
What is Coordinated Discovery Market, or CDM & how is it managed?
At its core, CDM leverages a patent-pending approach to match supply and demand with far greater...2024-10-2529 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE21. Texas RoundUP: Interview with Lisa Marino-CEO at Dopple.comIn this episode, we sit down with Lisa Marino, a Stanford University alumna and visionary entrepreneur, to discuss her latest venture aimed at supporting new families. With a background in digital media and gaming, Lisa was the founder of mamauncut.com and RockYou—platforms focused on mom-centric products.
Driven by her passion for building a community around family support, Lisa recently acquired Dopple, transforming it into a subscription-based service designed to assist young parents in meaningful ways. The service goes beyond traditional baby registries by offering thoughtful gifts such as meal delivery, dog walking, babysitting, and more—everything parents need but...2024-10-0315 min
Edible Activist#161: Food Systems Spotlight: SNAP and Farm BillIn this episode of Edible Activist, we welcome back LaMonika Jones, Executive Director of DC Hunger Solutions, to discuss the latest updates on SNAP benefits, focusing on the changes with Give SNAP a Raise and its impact on families in the District. We’ll also delve into the Farm Bill, highlighting the importance of finalizing legislation that supports all aspects of the food ecosystem. Tune in for these essential updates!2024-09-2642 min
Men on the Path to LoveBONUS: How About Therapy?A Conversation with Gestalt Therapist Melissa Bennett-HeinzHave you thought about seeking therapy? If so, it might be a good idea to try it. In this bonus episode, you'll hear my conversation with Gestalt therapist Melissa Bennet-Heinz. She tells us about the transformative power of Gestalt therapy and shedding light on its core principles. She also talks about the unique challenges men face in therapy and makes a good case for men who are struggling, to try therapy. Check out How About Therapy? A Conversation with Gestalt Therapist Melissa Bennet-Heinz.Links:Melissa's websiteLinkedInFacebookSend us a...2024-09-2030 min