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The Market MavenSNAP Judgements – The Human Side of Food PoliticsSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this episode, I break down the recent Senate bill’s deep cuts to SNAP and what they mean for real people—market shoppers, small farmers, and families already stretched thin. We also dive into the culture of snap judgments online and in life, and why setting boundaries might be the most powerful act of care.Support the showLike what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup of coffee to you? Maybe it's...2025-07-0233 min
The Market MavenGrace Costs You NothingSend the Market Maven some fan mail!This episode is about grace. The kind we give to others, and the kind we often forget to give ourselves. I talk about: ✨ Navigating unruly market days with patience ✨ Learning to delegate (even when it’s hard) ✨ Caregiving for my mom during her cancer journey ✨ And the strange shift from being a 24/7 hustler to feeling like putting on real pants is a winI hope this episode gives you permission to slow down, breathe deep, and remember: grace costs you nothing.Support the sh...2025-06-2428 min
The Market MavenYou Can't Make This Market Sh*t UpSend the Market Maven some fan mail!Welcome to a no-holds-barred peek behind the produce at the farmers market! In this episode, I’m sharing a few annoying and exhausting moments I’ve experienced recently as a market director. From vendors needing constant attention to customer questions that make you do a double take, it’s been a wild ride—and I’m here to tell you all about it.Get ready for a candid, slightly chaotic, and totally relatable collection of stories that will make you laugh, sigh, and maybe even clutch your clipboard in solidar...2025-05-2930 min
The Market MavenParadox: Behind the Scenes of a Maven’s Messy MiddleSend the Market Maven some fan mail!A solo episode where Sarah Dylan Jensen reflects on the simultaneous beauty and hardship in her life right now. From launching another busy market season, training a new puppy, and building big partnerships — to helping her mom through cancer treatment and dealing with the unknowns of family income — this episode sits in the tension of “both/and.” It’s about being human, resilient, and honest in the paradox of real life.Support the showLike what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost...2025-05-2129 min
The Market MavenWhen Life Hits Hard and the Market Opens AnywaySend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this raw and honest episode, I open up about what the last few weeks have looked like behind the scenes—my mom’s cancer diagnosis and surgery, my dad coming to visit, getting a new puppy from my incredible husband, and kicking off opening day of the Snohomish Farmers Market. It’s been a season of joy, heartbreak, overwhelm, and resilience. If you’ve ever felt like life doesn’t pause just because you’re running a business or leading a community, this one’s for you. Let’s get real about w...2025-05-0624 min
The Market MavenLet's Flourish Together with Kari of Flourish Organic FarmSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Kari, owner of Flourish Organic Farm in Arlington, WA, to dig deep into the ways small businesses, especially farms and makers, help communities bloom. From her first market experiences to building a collaborative flower collective, Kari shares how choosing local isn't just about what you buy—it's about who you’re building up in the process.We talk about why supporting small farms and makers is essential to thriving communities, how collaboration over competition makes space for everyone, and the incr...2025-04-2254 min
The Market MavenFresh Starts & Market Smarts - A Beginner's Guide with BrianneSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this episode of The Market Maven, we're diving into the basics of running a farmers market — from the very first steps to finding your rhythm as a new market manager.After connecting with a brand-new market manager through Instagram, we realized her questions were ones many people have but don't always ask. So instead of keeping the convo in the DMs, we brought it to the mic.Whether you're stepping into your first season, thinking about launching a market in your community, or just curious ab...2025-04-081h 16
The Market MavenWell Behaved Women Seldom Make History - A Live Podcast RecordingSend the Market Maven some fan mail!If you've listened to any of my previous episodes, you know it's taken some time and effort to learn how to advocate for myself and for others. Being a woman often makes this hurdle a little higher.So, I was thrilled when Jessica, of BLOS, and Carmella decided to do an event on self-advocacy and how "behaving" doesn't always get things done. We decided to try a LIVE podcast recording and share our experiences & advice for those who might need a little boost. **First time doing a l...2025-04-0152 min
The Market MavenFilling My Cup: Creativity, Community, and Learning at ECCC & the In Tents ConferenceSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this episode of The Market Maven, I reflect on my experiences at two incredible events: Emerald City Comic Con and the In Tents Farmers Market Pros Conference. While these events might seem worlds apart, they both offer a sense of inclusivity, community, and creativity that fills my cup in profound ways. From meeting artists and attending panels on branding and women in business at Comic Con to connecting with like-minded market professionals at the In Tents conference, I’ll share how both events have inspired and energized me....2025-03-1837 min
The Market MavenShe. E. O. Laycee Gwyther on Breaking Barriers as Powerhouse Woman in Business.Send the Market Maven some fan mail!In this episode, I sit down with Laycee Gwyther, CEO of Executive Beauty Suites and a powerhouse female entrepreneur! 💪✨ Laycee has built multiple 6+ figure businesses, transformed her life from adversity to triumph, and is now passionate about helping fellow women entrepreneurs break barriers and achieve success.We’ll dive deep into her journey, discussing leadership, perseverance, and community support, as well as the strategies she’s used to scale her companies into multi-million dollar successes. You won’t want to miss these insights!Executive Beauty Suites Instagram2025-03-1156 min
The Market MavenRooting for Community with Dave Boehnlein of Rooted NWSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this episode, I sit down with Dave Boehnlein who's part of a groundbreaking project with Rooted NW—a new Agriculture Co-op Village in rural Arlington! Join us as we explore: The vision behind the co-op and its potential to reshape local farmingHow collaboration between farmers is driving sustainable practicesThe opportunities this co-op will create for small farms and rural communitiesInsight into the challenges and rewards of life on the farmCheck out the recent Everett Herald feature on the Rooted NW family here...2025-03-0452 min
The Market MavenYour Watercolor BFF - A Chat with Kate of Splatter & BloomSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this week’s episode of The Market Maven Podcast, we’re diving into the colorful world of Kate from Splatter & Bloom, a talented watercolor artist who brings joy and personality to every brushstroke!Known for her bubbly Bob Ross energy, Kate shares how her passion for color, creativity, and coffee fuel her journey as an artist. Get ready for laughs, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in the world of watercolor.Tune in now to hear her story, her challenges, and...2025-02-1859 min
The Market MavenOur Job is Weird - PART 2! - With Emily Lysen of Lawrence Farmers MarketSend the Market Maven some fan mail!Dive deeper into how our job is weird - from egg prices to holiday markets, vendor selection to city construction projects...we cover it all!Show Notes:https://www.lawrencefarmersmarket.org/Support the showLike what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup of coffee to you? Maybe it's worth a few bucks, just because. I love bringing these stories to you and that takes time +...2025-02-1141 min
The Market MavenOur Job is Weird with Emily Lysen of Lawrence Farmers MarketSend the Market Maven some fan mail!You've heard me say it before, our jobs in farmers markets are weird. I dive into great conversation with Emily Lysen - the Director of Development for the Lawrence Farmers Market in Lawrence, Kansas to talk about the similarities, differences and how we're handling the world burning down around us.Check out the Lawrence Farmers Market here.We reference many things from the Farmers Market Pros and want to give Catt & Brijet some love here.Support the showLike what you've listened t...2025-02-0447 min
Snohomish County PlacemakersFarmers Markets Can't Be BeetFarmers markets: we have so many questions. Like, why is "farmers" not possessive? Where did the apostrophe go? Who does the market belong to?
But seriously, local, organic food is important. However, the conversation around it can sometimes feel overly moralizing or shaming, especially given the high stakes. Modern food production impacts local ecosystems, global environments, and involves issues like factory farming, carbon emissions, fair trade, and pesticides.
It’s a lot to unpack.
That’s why having nearly a dozen farmers markets in Snohomish County is a great thing. They make fresh, qual...2025-01-3029 min
The Market MavenThe Big "Freeze" - The Fight For Food AccessSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In the last 24 hours, food access programs were put at severe risk by our new administration. Our neighbors (including seniors and mothers) may have their funding withdrawn for important items like fresh, locally grown foods.As a farmers market director, this puts the world on its access as the risk is huge to our farmers and our neighbors in need. Learn more in this episode about how food access programs work, and how you can help.Links to more info:SNAP programs in WashingtonWI...2025-01-2928 min
The Market MavenStitching Success: From Farmers Market to Flourishing BusinessSend the Market Maven some fan mail!In this episode, we chat with Melissa Galbraith, a dynamic entrepreneur who built her embroidery business (MCreativeJ) from humble beginnings at a farmers market. She shares her journey of navigating through multiple iterations of her business, surviving the challenges of the Covid pandemic, and expanding into online courses and book publishing. Tune in to hear how she crafted her success, adapted to changing times, and continues to stitch her way to new opportunities. This is a story of resilience, creativity, and the power of pursuing your passion.Show...2025-01-2146 min
The Market MavenWeathering the Storm: Overcoming Big, Hard Things with Celyn PepinoSend the Market Maven some fan mail!Focus: Navigating the tough times personally, while owning a small businessGuest: Celyn Pepino of Kayumanggi Skin CareTalking Points:Unexpected hardships & how she is working through themEmotional strain and how she coped/is copingPractical tips for handling the adversity - tips, tricks, and practices that have helped Celyn get back on her feat with a new brand & business modelCall to Action: Share your struggle stories for a chance to be featured in future episodes.2025-01-1434 min