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Ep34 - The Bolivar Point Lighthouse With Mark Boyt
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Ep34 - The Bolivar Point Lighthouse with Mark Boyt. Mark Boyt and his family are the owners of the Bolivar Point Lighthouse, which was built in 1872 and is an icon of the upper Gulf Coast of Texas. Mark and his team are currently exploring ways to raise money to preserve and restore the lighthouse! Special music appearance by @JustinPhilipBrooks wi…
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Ep33 - SImon Coronel And Jordan Gold Of The Magic Puzzle Company
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Episode 33 - Professional Magicians Simon Coronel and Jordan Gold, Co-Creators of Magic Puzzles Kickstarter project and co-founders of Magic Puzzle Co.Simon and Jordan teach us what it’s like to be on a Kickstarter team for a hugely successful Kickstarter project and they discuss the process of creating Magic Puzzles. They also tell share how their…
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Ep32 - Karen Somers Author of Lone Star Hiking Trail Guidebook
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In this episode, I have a phone discussion with author and adventurer Karen Somers. The second edition of her book has just Been released. We talk about her journeys on many of the best hiking/biking trails in America and the process of writing her book! Links: http://lonestartrail.orghttps://www.amazon.com/Lone-Star-Hiking-Trail-Wilderness/dp/0899…
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S3Ep6 - The Dinosaur Park with Austin Nunez
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S3Ep3 - I take a stroll back in time with Austin Nunez of The Dinosaur Park in Cedar Creek, TX. The Dinosaur Park has over 30 full-scale dinosaur models set in the woods along a nature trail! T-Rex, Stegosaur, Diplodocus, Sauropods, Velociraptor and much, much more!www.TheDinoPark.comSponsors: Berdoll Pecan Candy and Gift Company: www.Berdoll.comPu…
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S3 Special Episode - Puzzometry On Kickstarter
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S3 Special Episode - The Puzzometry Kickstarter Project is now LIVE on Kickstarter! This is a short, special episode to let you know about the Puzzometry Kickstarter project....BACK IT NOW ON KICKSTARTER!!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/puzzometry2/puzzometry-still-the-hardest-puzzle-you-will-never-solve?ref=8sz14sSponsored by: www.Berdoll.com…
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S3Ep5 - The Young Fables with Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford
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S3Ep5 - The Young Fables. I sat down for a discussion with two incredibly talented musicians who go by the name of The Young Fables. They are a modern, traditional country music group from Nashville, TN. We discuss their musical influences, the process of how they create their music, behind the scenes details of making music videos, how they do son…
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S3Ep4 - Mesh-It Silent Fidget Pen with Jennifer Hobbs
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In S3Ep4 of the Luminnovation Podcast, I talk with Jennifer Hobbs, a school teacher and an inventor and creator! Her second invention is the Mesh-It Silent Fidget Pen and it's currently in the middle of a successful Kickstarter project. Tune in to listen to her story of creation and inspiration!Luminnovation Podcast is sponsored by: www.Berdoll.com…
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S3Ep3 - Bladesmithing with Philip Schrei of Be Ready Blade Works
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S3Ep3 - Philip Schrei of Be Ready Blade Works is a professional bladesmith and a champion on History Channel's "Forged In Fire" TV show. Philip teaches us what it takes to be a bladesmith, what it was like to be on the TV show and how he turned a hobby into a business!Luminnovation Podcast is sponsored by: www.Berdoll.com and www.Puzzometry.comThem…
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S3Ep2 - Marchione Guitars With Stephen Marchione
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S3Ep2 - Marchione Guitars With Stephen MarchioneIn this episode, expert luthier Stephen Marchione, the proprietor behind Marchione Guitars, teaches us all about the craft of making guitars and other stringed instruments. His passion for perfection and 30 years of experience are on full display in this show. Stephen has made over 1000 guitars in his…
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S3Ep1 - Lonestar Hiking Trail With Amy Morton
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S3Ep1 - Lonestar Hiking Trail with Amy MortonIn this episode, Amy Morton tells her story of what it’s like to do a solo, one-week thru-hike of the Lonestar Hiking Trail (LSHT). The LSHT is a nearly 100 mile long hiking trail wandering through the Sam Houston National Forest just north of Houston, TX.This show was recorded right on the trails end, i…
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S2Ep10 - Friends Of Samburu With Margaret Ellis
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S2Ep10 - Friends of Samburu with Margaret EllisIn this episode, Margaret Ellis tells us the story of how and why she started a non-profit called Friends of Samburu, which is an organization helping to support villages in Samburu, Kenya, Africa.If you have ever wanted to start a non-profit organization yourself, or if you just want to learn about wa…
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S2Ep9 - The Society For Creative Anachronism
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In this episode, we talk with three long-time members of the Society for Creative Anachronism, or SCA. SCA is a large organization that promotes history, making, reenactment, DIY, learning and teaching about lifestyles and artifacts from 500-1500 years ago! The members of SCA are way more than just cosplayers, they are DIYers, they are innovators, …
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S2Ep8 - Delta Life Fitness W: Robby Marlow
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In this episode, we talk with Robby Marlow, one of the co-founders of Delta Life Fitness, a franchise of womens-only fitness centers. Robby tells us what its like to start a franchise business and how to manage the business once its started. You too can quit your 'boring day job' and go start your own business! Listen to the Luminnovation Podcast t…
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S2Ep7 - Berdoll Pecan Candy & Gift Co With Jennifer Wammack
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In today's show we're going to be talking to Jennifer Wammack, the owner of Berdoll Pecan, Candy and Gift Company from Cedar Creek, TX. Berdoll Pecan, Candy and Gift Company is a family owned business that has been growing and selling pecans for nearly 40 years. They sell over 600,000 pounds of pecans and several thousand pecan pies per year! Jenni…
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S2Ep6 - Voice Acting with John Gremillion, John Swasey, Luci Christian
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In todays show we're going to being talking to three professional voice actors who have been working in the industry for over 20 years! They all voice anime characters, but also sprinkle in many other voice jobs when they can. Our first guest is Luci Christian. She has voiced characters in the Soul Eater series and the My Hero Academia series as we…
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S2Ep5 - The Blue Tile Project w/ Joey & Kelly Sanchez
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In todays show we're going to being talking about little 3/4" square, blue ceramic tiles. Starting nearly 100 years ago, these tiles used to be embedded right in to the concrete of street curbs throughout the city of Houston. In the early days of the city, these blue tiles were used somewhat like modern-day computer pixels against a background of w…
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S2Ep4 - Texas Legends of Cycling, Northeast Texas Trail, Jim Hoyt and Richardson Bike Mart
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In this episode of The Luminnovation Podcast we have a roundtable discussion with three guests who are helping to support development of a hike & bike trail called The Northeast Texas Trail while also honoring a Texas Legend of Cycling, Jim Hoyt, who is a long-time owner of the Richardson Bike Mart chain of bike shops in the Dallas area.www.NETexas…
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In this episodes of the Luminnovation Podcast, I have a discussion with artist Ann Marie Vancas, who calls her artistic style "Sensuism", which is a mix of surrealism, abstract and fauvism shaped by the sound of music! Ann Marie discusses her synesthesia, which she uses to help give her art a unique twist!The piece of art that Ann Marie is discussi…
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In the 2nd Episode of Season 2 of the Luminnovation Podcast, we visit Jason Henson, the new owner of a local Velofix franchise. Velofix is a mobile bicycle repair shop. Jason and I talk about his experience as a new entrepreneur and his new and unique business!Be sure to subscribe to our podcast here at SoundCloud as well as on iTunes Sponsored by:…
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In the opening episode of Season 2 of the Luminnovation Podcast, we visit the Fonde Center in downtown Houston, TX to talk about one of the fastest growing sports in the country: Pickleball. During this episode we talk with pickleball players and organizers about why the sport is growing so fast and why it's so much fun!Be sure to subscribe to our …
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S1Ep14 - FIRST Robotics - Power Up - FRC1255 Blarglefish
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In Episode 14 of the Luminnovation Podcast, I visit with FIRST Robotics Team, FRC1255 The Blarglefish from Baytown, Texas on Kickoff Day for the 2018 FRC Season. FIRST Robotics is a worldwide high school robotics competition with thousand of teams participating. FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is an organization th…
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S1Ep13 - Cosplay with Kris Kehe and Heather Holdren
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In Episode 13 of the Luminnovation Podcast I have a discussion with Kris Kehe, the owner and operator of Cosplay Composites and with Heather Holdren, who is a very talented model and cosplayer. Kris and Heather introduce us to the world of Cosplay where fantasy becomes reality and where ordinary black backgrounds in a photo get transformed into an …
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S1Ep12 - Lessons Learned While Making The First 11 Episodes Of The Luminnovation Podcast
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In Episode 12 of the Luminnovation Podcast I discuss some of the things that i’ve learned while making the Luminnovation Podcast. If you’re looking to start your own podcast, perhaps this episode will help you get rolling out of the gates a bit faster than I did. I discuss many tips, tricks, pitfalls and lessons-learned.Be sure to subscribe to our …
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S1Ep11 - Kickstarter Part 2: Tips to make you a successful Kickstarter Project Owner
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In Episode 11 of the Luminnovation Podcast we continue a discussion with three successful Kickstarter project owners and we discuss what it is like to be a project owner. We discuss Kickstarter tips, advice, pitfalls and other information to help make you a successful Kickstarter project owner! This is part 2 of a 2 part series covering Kickstarter…
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S1Ep10 - Kickstarter Part 1: Tips to make you a successful Kickstarter Project Owner
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In Episode 10 of the Luminnovation Podcast I have a discussion with three successful Kickstarter project owners and we discuss what it is like to be a project owner. We discuss Kickstarter tips, advice, pitfalls and other information to help make you a successful Kickstarter project owner! This is part 1 of a 2 part series covering Kickstarter. Be …
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S1Ep9 - Houston Maker Faire: re:3D a maker of large-scale 3D Printers, Spaceboy Universe Podcast.
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In Episode 9 of the Luminnovation Podcast I have a discussion with innovators, creators and makers from the Houston Maker Faire, which was held on October 21st and 22nd. We’ll sit down with one of the co-founders of re:3D, which is a company that designs and manufacturers large-scale 3D Printers. Next we’ll talk with Spaceboy, who is the host of we…
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S1Ep8 - Houston Maker Faire: Innovation Spark & YouTube channel called “Estafannie Explains It All”
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In Episode 8 of the Luminnovation Podcast I have a discussion with innovators, creators and makers from the Houston Maker Faire, which was held on October 21st and 22nd. We’ll sit down with David Brunet, a member of Innovation Spark, which is a non-profit organization that hosts the Houston Maker Faire. Next we’ll talk with Estefannie, who is the c…
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S1Ep7 - Houston Maker Faire with DaVinci Labs, E-Blox and Texas Torque
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In Episode 7 of the Luminnovation Podcast I have a discussion with innovators, creators and makers from the Houston Maker Faire, which was held on October 21st and 22nd. We’ll sit down with a member of the DaVinci Labs Maker Space from Alvin, TX. Next we’ll talk with E-Blox, a new company that makes Lego-compatible, electrical circuit building educ…
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S1Ep6 - Tony Parana, Featured artist of the Bayou City Art Festival
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In Episode 6 of the Luminnovation Podcast I have a discussion with self-taught artist Tony Parana. Tony is originally from Brazil, but now lives here in Houston. He is the featured artist for the upcoming Bayou City Art Festival (October 14-15, 2017). Tony shares his passion for art, painting, dance, music and his love of life. His colorful and joy…
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S1Ep5 - The Bayou City Art Festival (Oct 14-15, 2017) and the Art Colony Association
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In Episode 5 of the Luminnovation Podcast I have a discussion with Bridget Anderson (Executive Director) and Carrie Clevenger (Artists Relations Director) of the Art Colony Association, the organization that produces the Bayou City Art Festival in Houston, TX. Topics we cover: what is the Bayou City Art Festival, why is art important, what is it li…
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In Episode 4 of the Luminnovation Podcast we visit with local author Kate Sanger and discuss what it takes to write a book, how the process works, tips, hints, suggestions. We discuss character development, storyline development and much more! Be sure to subscribe to our podcast here at SoundCloud as well as on iTunes. Sponsored by: www.Puzzometry.…
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S1Ep3 - Carbondale, Illinois Solar Eclipse and MARS_Robotics
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The Luminnovation Podcast visits Carbondale, IL during the Solar Eclipse. While there, we run into the students from MARS_Robotics, a FIRST Tech Challenge Team from Marion, IL. We discuss what the students experienced before and after the Eclipse. We also discuss how their FIRST Robotics experience is changing their future career paths and how FIRS…
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S1Ep2 - CreatorSpace and the Maker Space Movement
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This episode of the Luminnovation Podcast provides a look inside a maker space called CreatorSpace located in League City, TX. We discuss: what is a makerspace? Why are they important? Why are they great additions to the community? What can be done at a maker space? We also discuss the upcoming Houston Maker Faire (listen to the episode to learn ho…
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S1Ep1 - RAGBRAI - An amazingly fun and HUGE, weeklong group bicycle ride across Iowa
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The first episode of the Luminnovation Podcast shares the fun, creativity, excitement and challenge of riding a bike 400+ miles across Iowa (along with 20,000 other riders) every July in the amazing event called RAGBRAI! We rode the event and sat down with other riders to share their experience. We discuss tons of different aspects of the event: wh…
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