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The Celebration Effect Podcast gives you the tools and knowledge you need to stop living for the someday and start celebrating the now. Together, we’ll celebrate our minds, bodies, and souls and realize that life is cause for celebration. Lindsay Ashworth is the owner of A Touch of LA, LLC helping you celebrate your life through party decorations and positivity.
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Houston Made is a weekly, business-focused podcast featuring long form interviews with Houston based entrepreneurs and business owners that explores the unique challenges and opportunities that come from starting and running all kinds of businesses in Houston, TX.
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Get ready to immerse yourself into the riveting world of art and tattooing with our guest, Mike Ashworth, co-owner of the Advent Tattoo Studio and Art Gallery. Mike's journey from the oil industry to the tattoo world isn't your typical story, and it’s filled with hard work, perseverance, and a solid business mindset that will inspire you. Discover …
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Hey Bird Williams, w/ Ashley Williams
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If you've ever been curious about the authentic, behind-the-scenes journey of entrepreneurship, you're in for a treat. Our guest, Ashley Bird Williams of the League and Hey Bird Williams Consulting, graciously unpacks her vibrant entrepreneurial life and spills the secrets of launching a successful business. Together with her husband, they ventured…
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Join us on an enlightening journey with Leela Madan, the energizing founder of Madan Law PLLC. Transitioning from her role as a corporate chemist to a patent attorney, Leela provides us with an intriguing view into the world of business law, guiding businesses to safeguard themselves from liabilities. In this compelling conversation, we traverse Le…
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Meet Andy Dinh, the man behind the lens at Silent Shutter Media and Andy HD Media. He's not just your regular videographer or photographer; Andy is a producer, a director, and a keen media expert who’s mastered the craft of letting his work communicate his talent. This episode offers a candid conversation with Andy about his journey, from humble be…
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Have you ever wondered how a powerhouse entrepreneur manages multiple successful businesses? In our latest chat, we venture on a journey with the extraordinary Katie Day - realtor, real estate investor, conference planner, social media guru, speaker, and more. This episode showcases Katie's career progression: her transition from waitressing in col…
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Do you remember being a child, drawing whimsical creations and letting your imagination run wild? Ace Phoenix, Houston-based muralist, hasn't let go of that magic. In a riveting conversation, Ace takes us on an inspiring journey through her life, sharing the stages of her transformation from a curious child with a love for drawing, to a successful …
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Monarch Talent Solutions, w/ Sarah Englade
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We kick off an invigorating conversation with the vibrant Sarah Englade from Monarch Talent Solutions. Sarah's infectious energy and unique approach to relationship-building in recruitment offer a fresh perspective in a competitive industry. She candidly shares her journey from corporate recruiter to entrepreneur; a path strewn with hurdles yet nav…
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This episode reveals the inspiring journey of a 20-year-old barber turned entrepreneur and motivational speaker who's changing the game - Chopped By Rob. We discuss his path to building a name for himself in the saturated realms of barbering and content creation, as well as the hurdles he bravely overcame on his path to success. What's more, Rob sh…
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Mo Better Brews, w/ Chef Courtney Lindsay
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Journey with us into the culinary world of Chef Courtney Lindsey. From his fascination with vegan cooking to his love for the flexitarian lifestyle, Courtney's culinary tale is an inspiration in itself. We explore the origin of the Houston Sauce Company and Moe Better Brews, and how Chef Courtney harnessed raw vegan dishes, making them deliciously …
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Katie Hilburn Interiors, w/ Katie Hilburn
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Season four of our podcast kicks off with a bang, featuring the remarkable Katie Hilburn of Katie Hilburn Interiors. Katie's intriguing journey into the design world is more than just a career switch – it's an exploration into the emotional impact of space, the art of aesthetics, and the intricate aspects of running a design business. Join us as we…
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Artisan Chiropractic, w/ Dr. Raven Bradley
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In this episode Rusty talks with Dr. Raven Bradley - owner and lead chiropractor of Artisan Chiropractic - a practice that focuses on evidence based care right here in Houston, TX. Listen in as they discuss Dr. Bradley's journey into the world of chiropractic care, how Grey's Anatomy changed her life, her vision for healthcare vs sick care, AND why…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Chef Evelyn Garcia - co-owner and chef of Jūn by KIN - a Houston restaurant featuring New American Asian Cuisine. Listen in as they discuss Evelyn's journey into cooking that took her all around the world, how she broke conventional wisdom during the pandemic to forge her own path, AND the story behind Jūn by KIN as…
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Rockin' Pets Rollin; Vets, w/ Dr. Katie Eick
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In this episode Rusty talks with Dr. Katie Eick - owner and founder of Rockin' Pets Rollin' Vets - a full service mobile veterinary practice that brings full service pet care right to your driveway through their fleet of state of the art, fully equipped mobile vet units. Listen in as Rusty and Dr. Eick discuss how she has developed a whole fleet of…
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Texas Leaguer Brewing, w/ Nathan Rees
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In this episode Rusty talks with Nathan Rees - owner and founder of Texas Leaguer Brewing Co, out of Missouri City, a suburb of Houston. From the glorious TX Leaguer Beer Park, Nathan and Rusty discuss the journey of the brewery from garage brews to being widely distributed across the great state of Texas. They also discuss what Rusty was like at 1…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Ty Robins- a local Houston producer, mix engineer, and music director. Throughout the conversation they discuss Ty's journey from being a teenager with dreams of being a rockstar to ACTUALLY becoming an accomplished producer right here in Houston, the way their mutual friends have inspired them to succeed, AND why i…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Micah Edwards - a local Houston musician more commonly known as Mr. Texas Soul. A lot has happened since they connected way back in Season One, including the release of Micah's full length album Jean Leon. So listen in as Rusty and Micah discuss the work that goes into producing a full length album, the lessons we’v…
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26. Is the Devil You Know Better Than the One You Don't?
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Ever wondered why people stay in jobs or relationships they hate? Turns out it's our subconscious minds sabotaging us once again! Let's talk about how to make positive changes in our lives, whether that be in a job, a relationship, or if you want to start a side hustle like a printables business on Etsy! Take The Printables Masterclass www.atouchof…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Rebecca Martens - owner and operator of Belle Events, an amazing full service, luxury event and wedding planning business right here in Houston. Listen in as Rusty and Rebecca discuss how she turned a hobby into a career through an internship at Disney, the serendipity of Belle Events giving Rusty some of my first b…
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Forth and Nomad, w/ Andy & Morgan Sommer
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In this episode Rusty talks with Andy & Morgan Sommer - founders and owners of Forth and Nomad, an amazing brand that believes you should feel good about the purchases you make. Partnering with small brands, they have created a thoughtful and conscious buying process around clothing, accessories, home goods, art, and more - all with a playful minim…
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Raise you're hand if you've ever thought any of the following statements: "The market is too saturated!" "Everything has been done already!" "It's too hard to get seen" That brain of ours sure is sneaky, isn't it? I mean, you see what these types of thoughts are doing....right?! They're keeping us NICE and SAFE. Our brains are really good at findin…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Cail Duval - founder and owner of Pump and Crunch, an amazing Houston brand that helps people eat better in more ways than one, including Prep School, pre-prepped meals, AND delicious healthy SQRL bars! Rusty and Cail discuss how how she changed her planned path to go to PT school at the last minute to follow her pa…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Beket Griffith - co-owner and co-founder of Season's Harvest in Northwest Houston about how he (Beket) and his wife, Joanne, started a Backyard to Table restaurant with literally NO prior restaurant experience. Listen in as Rusty and Beket discuss pushing through fear, the importance of saying no for the sake of you…
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In this episode Rusty gives an update on all things Houston Made! After getting busy with too many things, Rusty has brought people into the mix to help produce a great show that highlights the business owners that make Houston special! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN…
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Texas Artisan Markets, w/ Christina Terry
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In this episode Rusty talks with Christina Terry about her journey from some of the most beautiful vineyards in the country to the gulf shores of Louisiana, and eventually to Texas where her passion for marketing and supporting small businesses evolved into something bigger than she could have imagined. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Inst…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Rudy Rasmus about the influences in his youth that drew him to entrepreneurship, how a chance meeting at a funeral changed the trajectory of his life, AND why retirement isn’t an option on the table. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Joseph West about how he went form feeding chickens on his grandparents farm to winning awards for wedding photography, how he always sneaks personal projects into his client work, and how he’s changing the way headshots are taken through his tech start-up Studio Pod. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagr…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Ryan Levy about how he went form Lawyer to Cordon Blue trained chef to Master Sommelier, how they were able to bring Nice Winery into It’s new facility in spite of the pandemic, AND the role the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo has played in establishing their brand. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram!…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Megan Silianoff about creating familiarity through identity, how blogging became a launching pad for Megan’s career, and why neither of us will ever stop working. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possi…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Haley Ryan about the importance of falling forward, tips for capitalizing on relational equity on instagram, and the importance of community for entrepreneurs. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Jacob Ibarra about the importance of coffee education for consumers, how that education can literally change lives around the world, and finding a balance between innovation and respect for tradition as entrepreneurs. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieu…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Micah Edwards about the being a creative entrepreneur - making a business out of music as well as digging for records at 8 years old, how he got popular in south east Asia, and the importance of setting and re-evaluating goals along the way! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media …
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24. Why Creative Entrepreneurs Need a Gratitude Journal
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If you're a creative entrepreneur, you absolutely need to write in your gratitude journal. Here's why...! Grab your free gratitude journal printable to help you get started here: www.thecelebrationeffect.com/businessBy Lindsay Ashworth
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Senate Avenue Brewing Company, w/ Andrew Mitcham
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In this episode Rusty talks with Andrew Mitcham about starting a nano brewery during a pandemic, why it’s easier than ever to be an entrepreneur, AND how he legitimately became the Mayor of Jersey Village. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is …
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In this episode Rusty talks with Gustavo Gonzalez (aka Goose) about how he stumbled into screen printing after getting fired as a waiter, whether or not he considers himself an artist, and how he’s handled criticism along the way. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE N…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Terry Williams (aka Terry The Trainer) about how how he found his passion outside of the classroom, the value of community over competition, and how we manage bad days and depression as extroverted optimists. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Alyssa Hoang about how she got started with the business while avoiding schoolwork, where she caught her entrepreneurial spirit, and tips for having a great market experience as a small business. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEI…
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23. Gratitude Journal Prompts When Life is Hard
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So no one told you life was gonna be this way. ::CLAP CLAP CLAP CLAP:: Let’s face it. Life can suck sometimes. And if you’ve read about How to Write in Your Gratitude Journal for Manifestation, you know that gratitude can help you feel better in stressful times. So, when it hasn’t been your day, your week, your month or even your year… let's talk a…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Luke Brawner of Milieu Media Group about the first five months of Houston Made as well as enneagram numbers in relation to ambition and their mutual love of Glen Hansard. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is ma…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Laura Perez of Balloon Luxe Events about the various businesses she started before this one, common misconceptions around being a balloon artist, and the legacy she is working to leave for her young daughter as a mother & entrepreneur. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group …
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In this episode Rusty talks with Jesse Stowers of Happy Earth Compost about the pain points that led him to start Happy Earth, the lessons learned from launching and running multiple businesses, and the direct link between entrepreneurship and self-improvement. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcast…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Josh Graber of Ice Designs Houston about his journey from accounting classes to ice sculptures, finding success in bathroom marketing, and the lessons he’s learned from owning a business that delivers a tangible product. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at mil…
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Twisted Arrow Goods, w/ Clay Harkey (Pt. 2)
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In this episode Rusty talks with Clay Harkey of Twisted Arrow Goods about what drives them through the challenging parts of business, how various generations define a "good job," and the importance of validation to the small business owner. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com …
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Twisted Arrow Goods, w/ Clay Harkey (Pt. 1)
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In this episode Rusty talks with Clay Harkey of Twisted Arrow Goods about the evolution of the brand, what it means to be a craftsman versus an artist, and Clay's move from data scientist to leather worker! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is…
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In this episode Rusty is joined by previous guests Wenting Xie, Bob Sutton, and Jake Cooper for a round table discussion where they share updates since their respective interviews, first jobs, and the mantras that have been bouncing around their heads lately. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts …
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In this episode Rusty talks with Macy Villegas of MV Realty Group about the influence her parents had on her career path, the cautions we have for people getting into real estate, and the lessons we've learned from the mistakes we've made in our respective businesses. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group …
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In this episode Rusty talks with Sara Triana about the different paths to publication, how 2020 impacted her work, and the best ways to get started in poetry. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & J…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Ellyse Espinoza about taking her business from a parttime etsy shop to an iconic houston brand, sharing our businesses with our kids, and Jeff Van Gundy wearing her sweatshirt at the NBA finals. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIG…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Jeff Gilmer about sorting through praise and criticism, the evolution of his photography business, and the pros & cons of social media for entrepreneurs! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD This show is made possible in pa…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Jeff Gilmer about how Pretti Cool brought together so many creatives from various backgrounds, the importance of vacations in the face of hustle culture, and the importance of quality control in relation to brand identity! Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at m…
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In this episode Rusty talks with Jake Cooper about how he went from working on space suits for NASA to buying a personal electric vehicle business, the pressure he felt making that transition, and the amazing community he has found in his new industry. Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram! Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at mili…
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