I’m from Texas, I have been single for 8 years since my divorce. I have 3 children. I have so much advice for new parents, single women/men.
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Debunking the stigma that is cannabis in today's society with a little light-hearted humor, coming from different perspectives of regular people just like you and me . Although great strides are being made to change the cannabis industry, what are the consumers being left with? Lets create a dialogue and make sure our voices are heard.
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Franchising 101 is THE premier podcast in the franchise industry. Hosted by Tim Parmeter, the Founder/CEO of FranCoach, Franchising 101 is designed to help educate listeners on all aspects of franchise ownership. Episodes feature a wide range of guest industry leaders, spotlights on top franchisors, interviews with franchisees, and more. FranCoach is partnered with 600+ franchisors in 70+ industries and our service is always free. To learn more visit www.franchising101podcast.net or www.fran ...
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Radio Cherry Bombe features interviews with the most interesting people in the world of food. Each week, host Kerry Diamond, founder and editor of the indie magazine Cherry Bombe, talks to the chefs, bakers, creatives, and entrepreneurs making it happen. Follow @cherrybombe on Instagram for show news and more, and visit cherrybombe.com/radio-cherry-bombe for transcripts and past episodes. Thank you to Tralala for our theme song, "All Fired Up." Produced by The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network
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Ewell Smith hosts the Close The Deal Podcast. (CloseTheDeal.Com) We're talking with franchisors and entrepreneurs. 🔥 SPECIAL EPISODES: Your First Franchise Ewell interviews franchisors and franchise leaders helping to pull back the veil on franchising to help you better understand how to invest and close the deal on your first franchise. Ewell's the founder of www.YourFirstFranchise.com. As a franchise consultant he guides career professionals, corporate refuges and Veterans to fulfill their ...
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A Waterloo Region based hangout & arts podcast hosted by Todd Donald & Katy Topham, with chit-chat, Q&As and live performances.
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Father-Daughter Duo Al Roker & Courtney Roker Laga Dish On Their “Recipes To Live By”
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Al Roker, “Today” show star and America’s most beloved weatherman, and Courtney Roker Laga, private chef and recipe developer, stop by our studio to talk about their favorite foods, their father-daughter relationship, and their brand new cookbook, “Recipes To Live By: Easy, Memory-Making Family Dishes For Every Occasion.” Find out how their book pr…
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Storyteller Brita Lundberg On Farming, Rice & Her Family Legacy
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Today's guest is Brita Lundberg, a fourth generation farmer and the chief storyteller at Lundberg Family Farms. Brita joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her family business, what it's like being a young farmer today, and the particulars of growing rice, her family’s speciality. Brita also talks about regenerative farming, how her family has sav…
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Fashion Plate: Boden Founder Johnnie Boden Shares His Unique Take On Entrepreneurship
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Today is the final episode of our Fashion Plate miniseries! Our guest is Johnnie Boden, the entrepreneur who founded the British fashion brand Boden more than three decades ago with a mix of moxie, naivete, and no fashion experience. Johnnie was clearly onto something as his brand has stood the test of time and become a household name in the U.K. a…
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Mary Celeste Beall Of Blackberry Farm Wants You To “Make A Great Day”
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Mary Celeste Beall is the proprietor of East Tennessee’s Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain, two of the shining stars in the American hospitality world. Mary Celeste joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her role at the award-winning properties, cultivating a culture of excellence, and finding her voice as a leader who never expected to lead …
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Franchise Success Playbook: Lessons from Shane Evans of Massage Heights #65 Close The Deal
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Shane Evans , the founder of Massage Heights shares what makes thier brand so successful: Shane shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): Turnkey Franchise System: Massage Heights offers a complete, plug-and-play franchise model. They handle everything from real estate to equipment setup, allow…
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Franchising 101 - Beauty From Head to Toe With a Three-In-One Franchise Brand - Episode 213
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🎙️ Episode 213 - In this episode of Franchising 101, host Tim Parmeter is joined by Meg Roberts and Zach Munroe of Head to Toe Brands, a parent company that includes Frenchies Modern Nail Care, Bishops Cut and Color, and The Lash Lounge. Meg, Zach, and Tim dive into a discussion of the joy of owning your own business, the benefits of savvy franchis…
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Fashion Plate: Romilly Newman Wants You To Be The Guest Of Honor In Your Own Life
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Romilly Newman is a culinary creative, food stylist, and recipe developer who has worked with the likes of Athena Calderone and Martha Stewart plus a host of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands. Romilly has a distinct style when it comes to food and fashion, and she's had a unique career to boot. Her interest in the worlds of food and fashion sta…
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Ina Garten On Her New Memoir, Jeffrey, The Barefoot Contessa Days, And Childless Cat Ladies
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Ina Garten joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her highly anticipated new memoir, Be Ready When The Luck Happens which is out Oct. 1st. Ina shares what she learned about herself while writing the memoir, why she included stories about her unhappy childhood, overcoming hardships with her husband Jeffrey, and their decision not to have children. S…
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How "Unreasonable Hospitality" Drives Success #64 Close The Deal
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Steve and Tracie Shatkin share how "Unreasonable Hospitality" drives coffee shop success... 3 Value Bombs: Invest in Long-Term Relationships with Franchisees The interview emphasizes how crucial it is to build trust and long-term relationships with franchisees. Success in franchising doesn’t come from simply selling franchises; it comes from unders…
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Franchising 101 - 2024 International Franchise Association (IFA) Legal Advocacy Summit Recap - Episode 212
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🎙️ Episode 212 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter and Danielle Wright discuss their recent experience at the International Franchise Association (IFA) Legal Advocacy Summit in Washington D.C. Listen as they explore the substantial impact of the franchise industry on employment and revenue in the U.S. and the importance of franchisee…
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Fashion Plate: Zaynab Issa On Third Culture Life And Culinary Style
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Zaynab Issa is the next guest on our new miniseries, Fashion Plate, where we feature creatives at the intersection of food and fashion. A stylish multi-hyphenate, Zaynab is a recipe developer, freelance creative, travel enthusiast, and soon-to-be cookbook author. She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her debut book, "Third Culture Cooking" (ou…
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Baker-Author Jessie Sheehan On Savory Snacks, Her Acting Career, And The Joys Of Podcasting
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Jessie Sheehan is a beloved baker, recipe developer, author, and the host of our baking podcast, She’s My Cherry Pie. She joins Radio Cherry Bombe host Kerry Diamond to chat about career pivots, taking chances, and writing cookbooks. Jessie also talks about her new savory cookbook, “Salty, Cheesy, Herby, Crispy Snackable Bakes,” which is out tomorr…
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Franchising 101 - Top 3 Secrets to Finding Your Franchise Match - Episode 211
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In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, shares crucial insights on identifying the best franchise for you and the three pivotal factors to consider during the extensive discovery process. He debunks the misconception that money is the foremost concern, reminding us that financial success follows a good fit. T…
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Fashion Plate: Trudy Crane & Chloé Crane-Leroux On “The Artful Way To Plant-Based Cooking”
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Welcome to our new miniseries, Fashion Plate, where we feature conversations with creatives at the intersection of food and fashion. Our first guests are mother-daughter duo Trudy Crane and Chloé Crane-Leroux, authors of the new cookbook, “The Artful Way to Plant-Based Cooking: Nourishing Recipes and Heartfelt Moments.” Trudy, a ceramist and model,…
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Cookbook Author Evie McGee Colbert Asks The Question, “Does This Taste Funny?”
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Evie McGee Colbert is a producer, Montclair Film founder, and mom of three who co-authored the new cookbook, “Does This Taste Funny? Recipes Our Family Loves,” with her husband, Stephen Colbert of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.” She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the recipes, how both her mother and the city of Charleston influenced t…
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Franchising 101 - From Wall Street to Sweet Treats: Jessi Brelsford's Journey with Taste Buds Kitchen - Episode 210
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In this episode of Franchising 101,Tim Parmeter welcomes Jessi Brelsford, founder of Taste Buds Kitchen. Jessi shares her remarkable journey from a finance career on Wall Street to creating a unique franchise focused on cooking classes for all ages. She talks about the transition from her original side project, Cupcake Kids, to the full-fledged Tas…
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Jewelry Designer Jennifer Fisher On Her Foray Into The Food World
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Jennifer Fisher is a jewelry designer known for her modern take on accessories, like her popular hoop earrings. She also has a whole food life you might not know about. Between her line of seasoned salts, her popular food Instagram (@jenniferfisherkitchen), and forthcoming cookbook, Jennifer is making a name for herself in the culinary world. In th…
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Franchising 101 - Clean, Green, and Growing: A Look Into Modern Dry Cleaning featuring Martinizing Cleaners - Episode 209
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In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter interviews Brent Greenwood, Vice President of Franchise Development for Martinizing Cleaners. Brent shares his journey into the franchising industry, the innovative features of Martinizing Cleaners, and the various business models available for potential franchisees. The discussion covers the evoluti…
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Franchising 101 - A Franchising TV Show? - Episode 208
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This week on Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes a very special guest with an exciting announcement. Grab your popcorn and listen in on their hilarious conversation and learn about the launch of a new television show, Franchising 360, on Biz TV. The show will air every Friday at 8 PM Eastern (5 PM Pacific) and will provide a comprehensive look i…
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Master LinkedIn Like a Pro & Avoid These Simple Mistakes: Adam Houlahan #63 Close The Deal
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Adam Houlahan shares the latest Linkedin updates with Ewell Smith. Discover how to leverage them to drive more sales leads to close more deals. 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: 👉Optimize Your Profile for Visibility: Craft a compelling LinkedIn profile headline and summary that clearly communicates your value proposition, m…
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Franchise Fuel: How Ziebart's Automotive Innovations Drive Profit #62 Close The Deal
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Mike Riley with Ziebart shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉Ziebart’s Global Expansion: With 1,300 locations in 37 countries, Ziebart has successfully evolved from its origins in rust protection to offering a wide range of automotive services, driving global franchise success. 👉Adapting …
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Franchising 101 - Why These Franchisors? - Episode 207
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In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter explores one of the key moments in the franchise selection process: the 'third call' with clients. Tim explains how FranCoach evaluates and presents three to four franchise options based on detailed discussions and profiles. He emphasizes the importance of keeping an open mind, even if initial choice…
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“Forage & Feast” Author Chrissy Tracey Shares Her Love Of Community And The Great Outdoors
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Chrissy Tracey is the vegan chef and foraging expert behind the new cookbook and guide Forage & Feast: Recipes for Bringing Mushrooms & Wild Plants To Your Table. On today’s episode, Chrissy talks to host Kerry Diamond about her early days in tech and computer science, her “pizza girl” era, her love of community and Jacques Pépin, and why foraging …
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Franchising 101 - Experts in a Niche Industry with the Power of a Parent Company with Bobby Strumlauf of Mr. Appliance - Episode 206
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In this episode of Franchising 101, Bobby Strumlauf, Director of Franchise Development for Mr. Appliance, shares his journey from a history teacher to a franchise development director. He discusses the unique aspects of Mr. Appliance, including its business model, advantages, and the robust support provided by its parent company, Neighborly. Bobby …
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Attention and Branding: Real Estate Essentials W/ Mike Cuevas #61 Close The Deal
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Execute the basics of personal branding and gaining attention so you can not only survive the big changes coming; but, thrive closing more deals. (especially real estate agents) Mike Cuevas is founder of Referral Sweet and an expert on creating referral based sales. 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: Personal Branding is Eve…
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Substack Secrets With Caroline Chambers Of “What To Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking”
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Caroline Chambers is an author, recipe developer, and Substack queen (with more than 180,000 people subscribed to her What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking newsletter). In today’s episode, Caroline chats with host Kerry Diamond about building engaged newsletter and social media communities, how being a mom of three and military wife shaped …
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Franchising 101 - Franchising Success with Ryan Parsons: The Journey of Evive Brands - Episode 205
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In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter sits down with Ryan Parsons, CEO of Evive Brands, to discuss his journey from co-founding a gutter business with his brother to leading a successful franchise platform. Ryan shares insights on the challenges and triumphs of franchising, the importance of leadership and passion in running a business, …
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Inside GymGuyz Franchise Revolution W Josh York #60 Close The Deal
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Josh York, founder of GYMGUYS, shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉Adaptability and Innovation: Emphasize the importance of being adaptable and continually innovating in the business landscape to stay ahead of the competition and meet evolving market demands. 👉Leadership and Vision: High…
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“The Mango Tree” Author Annabelle Tometich Reflects On Identity, A Family Felony & Being A Food Critic In Florida
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Annabelle Tometich is the author of the new book, “The Mango Tree: A Memoir of Fruit, Florida, and Felony,” and a long-time restaurant critic for her hometown paper, The News-Press in Fort Myers, Florida. She talks with guest host Londyn Crenshaw, Cherry Bombe’s Content & Partnerships Manager, about her celebrated book, telling her family’s story, …
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Franchising 101 - How to Scale Your Franchise - Episode 204
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Create wealth, achieve your goals, and build a legacy in the franchising world. In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, explores the intricacies of scaling a franchise. He discusses the differences between retail and non-retail franchises, key traits needed for a successful owner, and the importan…
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Crate & Barrel’s Alicia Waters & Sebastian Brauer On Collaborations And Summer Trends
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On today’s episode, host Kerry Diamond is joined by Alicia Waters, President of Crate & Barrel and Crate & Barrel Kids, and Sebastian Brauer, Senior Vice President of Product Design. Alicia and Sebastian talk about popular product collaborations with folks like Athena Calderone and Cherry Bombe cover star Molly Baz plus their current project with M…
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Franchising 101 - Inspiring Athletes: A Conversation with D1 Training Founder Will Bartholomew - Episode 203
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In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Will Bartholomew, the founder and CEO of D1 Training, a fitness franchise dedicated to inspiring and motivating athletes to train like Division 1 athletes. Will shares his personal journey, overcoming an ACL injury in 8th grade to earning a full scholarship to the University of Tennessee whe…
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Franchisee Success: Strategies from Snooze Franchise W/ Matt Smith #59 Close The Deal
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Matt Smith, founder of Snooze Mattreee Company shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉Discover how effective community engagement can exponentially boost your franchise's local presence and customer loyalty. 👉Learn the secrets to maximizing profitability by optimizing operations and leverag…
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Erin French Of The Lost Kitchen Talks About Her New Show & Culinary Inspiration
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One of our favorite guests, Erin French of The Lost Kitchen restaurant in Freedom, Maine, is back on Radio Cherry Bombe! The self-taught chef and bestselling author joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about “Getting Lost with Erin French,” her new show on the Magnolia Network. Each episode features Erin and her husband, Michael Dutton, driving across …
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