The award-winning Story Pirates Podcast takes stories written by kids and turns them into sketch comedy and songs. Made up of talented comedians, songwriters, and frequent celebrity guests, the Story Pirates inspire kids to create, bringing laughter to kids and grownups of all ages with hilarious sketches, catchy original songs from all genres, and interviews with the creative geniuses behind the stories… kids!
…
continue reading
Welcome to the Arts Entrepreneurship Podcast! We highlight how entrepreneurs align their artistry, passion, and vision to create and pursue opportunities to capture value in the Arts. Learn more at www.ArtsEntrepreneurshipPodcast.com.
…
continue reading
Jessica Rose is a serial jewellery business owner and the Founder of multi-award-winning London Jewellery School and Jewellers Academy. Having helped over a million people learn jewellery-making, she passionately believes anyone can have a successful business making and selling things they love. Each week, you'll hear tips, support and practical advice on how to launch your jewellery or handmade business as well as inspiring interviews.
…
continue reading
Click here to subscribe. Jewels are everywhere. We admire them in the windows of master jewelers, and in the collections of the world's greatest museums. Young lovers, movie stars, and heads of state each have their treasures: objects of desire, fascinating ornaments, or symbols of power. But every piece of jewelry also holds its secrets. Secrets of fabrication… but also… relationships. Stories of love and separation. Myth and curses. Moments of glory or downfalls. The height of an empire or ...
…
continue reading
Ranked in the top 1% of ALL podcasts, the Proof to Product podcast is your trusted resource for sustainable business growth - especially if you make and sell physical products! Join Katie Hunt, each week as she shares strategies & solutions to enhance your sales & marketing so that you’re building a business that supports your best life. If you’ve ever asked yourself can I make money selling physical products? Am I ready to sell my products wholesale to stores like Target, Anthropologie, Nor ...
…
continue reading
Episode 1:Book Talk on Tim Ingold's Making The material turn in art is deeply linked to craft processes, materials and ways of making. For Book Talk, we invite people from different fields to read and discuss a single book. How might artists, curators, educators, and theorists respond to a book and potentially use as a tool in their own thinking? Join Stephen Knott, Sarah Margolis-Pineo, Rowland Ricketts, and Namita Gupta Wiggers for their discussion of anthropologist Tim Ingold's Making: An ...
…
continue reading
"The right word at the right time is like a custom-made piece of jewelry. Reliable friends who do what they say are like cool drinks in sweltering heat--refreshing!" (Proverbs 25:11;13). Join Dr. Karla Allen as she encourages you to discover God's original intent for your life. Karla imparts fresh ideas for transformation and innovation for the next generation.
…
continue reading
If you're in the mood for a cracking good classic murder mystery, The Middle of Things by JS Fletcher will certainly come up to expectations! Richard Viner is your average man on the street who stumbles upon a dead body in a dimly lit alley while taking his usual nightly stroll. When the police arrive, they conclude that this is a case of a robbery gone wrong, as the dead man's valuables are missing. However, as the case progresses, Viner discovers to his consternation, that the prime accuse ...
…
continue reading

1
PawVogue with Cuba, America's Top-Dog - Pet Fashion on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)
Bob Shaughnessy
PawVogue is dedicated to the very fast growing high end pet fashion industry. PawVogue.com is the first Pet Fashion Portal for pet fashion designers and the thousands of people who love pet fashion and fan/members of PawVogue. In addition to meeting dozens of pet fashion designers, and talking about their special designs, you will meet people and their dogs who have all come together to embrace the Pet Fashion World. Our guests will include PawVogue super-models and their moms, a very specia ...
…
continue reading

1
Replay | Expanding into 1,000 Stores with Brittany O’Brien, Brittany Paige
35:56
35:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:56Hey, friend. I'm pulling an amazing episode from the archives with over 375 episodes here on the Proof to Product podcast. There is a gold mine of information for you to help you grow your business, and, frankly, it can be hard to take it all in. Today's episode is a look back at Paper Camp alumni, Brittany O'Brien's journey growing her stationery …
…
continue reading

1
#314: Valentina Caprini (Jewelry Artist) (pt. 2 of 2)
20:34
20:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:34Today we released part two of our interview with Valentina Caprini. She’s a jewelry designer, artist and teacher based in Florence, Italy. She comes from a long line of tailors and seamstresses, and studied at the Alchimia Contemporary Jewellery School in Florence. Valentina founded Linfa Studio Gallery in 2019 and has given lectures on jewelry-mak…
…
continue reading

1
246. Get Creative with Silver Metal Clay: Join Our Free 5-Day Challenge
29:42
29:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:42In this week's episode, Jess and Anna discuss the exciting world of silver metal clay, a versatile material for creating beautiful jewellery at home. They introduce a free five-day course designed for beginners, covering various techniques and projects, including personalized jewellery, embellishments, eco-friendly practices, adding gold, and finis…
…
continue reading

1
379 | Is Paper Camp Right For You with Katie Hunt
15:52
15:52
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:52Have you been thinking about joining us for Paper Camp, but aren’t sure if this program is a good fit for you? Or maybe you're a new listener of the podcast, and you're thinking, what the heck is this Paper Camp program that I keep talking about? This episode is for you. I'm answering the top questions that we get asked about our wholesale program …
…
continue reading
Welcome back to Deep Cuts, a celebration of our favorite, funniest and weirdest stories from the archives. This week we have three stories about love, including “Dear Water Cycle”, “I Love Cats” and the podcast premiere of “Cupid and the Ghost.”By Story Pirates
…
continue reading

1
S08E02 - Treasure⏐An Urban Treasure : The Cheapside Hoard
12:27
12:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:27Treasures have been found at the bottom of the sea, in the jungle, in fields … usually far removed from human habitation. But there have been some remarkable exceptions! A few feet underground, in the middle of one of London’s busiest streets, the Cheapside wooden chest managed to conceal its secrets for three hundred years. Without doubt, the most…
…
continue reading

1
378 | How to Apply for a Paper Camp Scholarship with Katie Hunt
6:42
6:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
6:42If you’re listening today that means you’re likely interested in applying for our Paper Camp scholarship! Giving back is one of our core values here at Proof to Product and we give back through our time, knowledge as well as financial scholarships. Since 2011, we’ve awarded over $275,000+ in scholarship funds to creative entrepreneurs who sell phys…
…
continue reading

1
245. Mastering the Art of Advanced Stone Setting with Scott McIntyre
50:26
50:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:26Ready to take your stone-setting skills to the next level? This week on the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess sits down with master stone setter Scott McIntyre to dive deep into the precision, tools, and artistry behind advanced techniques—especially fishtail setting. From the intricacies of high-level craftsmanship to the ongoing evolution of jewell…
…
continue reading

1
#313: Valentina Caprini (Jewelry Artist) (pt. 1 of 2)
36:42
36:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:42Today we released part one of our interview with Valentina Caprini. She’s a jewelry designer, artist and teacher based in Florence, Italy. She comes from a long line of tailors and seamstresses, and studied at the Alchimia Contemporary Jewellery School in Florence. Valentina founded Linfa Studio Gallery in 2019 and has given lectures on jewelry-mak…
…
continue reading

1
The Throne That Blasted Off/The Book Worm
45:06
45:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:06Grab a hotdog, put on a hat and get ready to sit around and wait for pitchers to warm up, because the Story Pirates have got baseball fever! Featuring two new stories: “The Throne That Blasted Off,” a story about a royal chair that travels into space to save the kingdom, written by Judah, an 8 year old from Michigan, and “The Book Worm,” about a ti…
…
continue reading

1
S08E01 - Treasure⏐The sunken treasure of Belitung
10:48
10:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:48Some treasures disappear forever ... but others resurface. Like the sunken treasure of Belitung. Once submerged in a reef, somewhere in the Java Sea, the treasure now holds pride of place, in the heart of the Asian Civilizations Museum in Singapore. Presented in a display that evokes the benevolent and impetuous waves on which it once sailed, the B…
…
continue reading

1
What Retail Shops Look for When Buying Wholesale with Ginger Diaz, Feliz Modern & Rancho Diaz [Replay]
36:16
36:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:16Hey, friend. This week, I'm pulling an amazing episode from the archives with over 375 episodes here on the Proof to Product podcast. There is a gold mine of information for you to help you grow your business, and, frankly, it can be hard to take it all in. So whether you are a new listener or you've been around for a little while, this one is a mu…
…
continue reading

1
244. How Much Should Your Spend on Your Jewellery Training? - How to Finance Your Diploma & Training
41:34
41:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:34In this episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, Jess and Anna discuss the financial aspects of jewellery training, exploring how much one should invest in their education and the importance of continuous learning. They share personal experiences and insights on overcoming financial fears, the value of investing in oneself, and practical solutions…
…
continue reading

1
#312: Michael Sachs (Musician) (pt. 2 of 2)
50:05
50:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:05Today we released part two of our interview with Michael Sachs. He has a portfolio career at the highest levels of classical music: he’s in his 37th year as the principal trumpet of The Cleveland Orchestra, he's the Music Director of the Strings Music Festival, an active soloist, author, instrument designer, and he's on the faculty at the Curtis In…
…
continue reading
If you think you know everything about the tooth fairy, today’s brand new story has some big surprises in store for you. Written by two siblings in Canada, 9 year old Duncan and 7 year old Scotia.By Story Pirates
…
continue reading

1
377 | Behind the Scenes of Airport Retail and What It’s Like Being Featured on The View with Jodi Kostelnik, The Neighborhoods
33:07
33:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:07I love using our platforms, particularly this podcast, to highlight our community members and all of the cool things they are doing within their businesses and lives. I also love to bring folks back for updates, a “where are they now” situation. So today's guest is Jodi Kostelnik of The Neighborgoods. Jodi was previously on episode 233 which aired …
…
continue reading

1
Peter’s Picks: Family Room Wars/Now We're Cooking With Butter
19:17
19:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
19:17Peter chooses some of his favorite stories from the Story Pirates archives.By Story Pirates
…
continue reading

1
243.Upskilling in Jewellery: The Power of Masterclasses for Learning Advanced Stone Setting with jeweller Iain Sainsbury
31:55
31:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:55In this week's episode, jeweller Iain Sainsbury shares his journey from corporate career to full-time jeweller, covering his unique signature style that incorporates advanced techniques like sand casting and stone setting. He reflects on his experiences of the Jewellers Masterclasses, the importance of community support, and the motivation behind h…
…
continue reading

1
#311: Michael Sachs (Musician) (pt. 1 of 2)
43:48
43:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:48Today we released part one of our interview with Michael Sachs. He has a portfolio career at the highest levels of classical music: he’s in his 37th year as the principal trumpet of The Cleveland Orchestra, he's the Music Director of the Strings Music Festival, an active soloist, author, instrument designer, and he's on the faculty at the Curtis In…
…
continue reading

1
The White Color Box/The Villain Who Couldn’t Villain (feat. Britt Lower and Ana Egge)
40:17
40:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:17Baby With a Mustache is adopted by a giant chihuahua (Britt Lower). Featuring two new stories: “The White Color Box,” a song about animals working together to solve a problem, featuring special guest Ana Egge and written by Bihaan, a 7 year old from Ontario, and “The Villain Who Couldn’t Villain,” a story about a villain who decides to seek out a h…
…
continue reading

1
Discover the tales of history's great treasures
0:57
0:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
0:57Swallowed by the sea, buried, hidden behind walls or concealed… True treasure troves have always known the best place to hide. And when to reappear and surprise us! Harboring tales worthy of an adventure novel, they often contain fascinating secrets. In this new season of The Voice of Jewels, we travel from the Java Sea to the entrails of London to…
…
continue reading

1
376 | How to Start Licensing Your Art with Bonnie Christine, The Professional Creative
33:24
33:24
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:24Have you ever thought about licensing your art, but have no idea where to start? Licensing can be a really great supplemental revenue stream for your business. Nowadays, there are lots of folks looking for art to apply to their products. This week, we have Bonnie Christine on the show. She's an internationally renowned surface pattern designer, an …
…
continue reading
Today’s bonus episode features a brand new story written by over a hundred different members of the Story Pirates Creator Club! The next Create a Story session is coming up on Thursday, January 30th @ 7pm ET. Grownups, your kids can join Peter and Lee to make a new story in a virtual Create a Story session on January 30th and hear it come to life o…
…
continue reading

1
#310: Vera Holczer-Waroquet (Pianist & Founder of Aurora School of Music) (pt. 2 of 2)
34:28
34:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:28Today we released part one of our interview with Vera Holczer-Waroquet. She’s a Hungarian pianist who came to the US after finishing her degree at Budapest’s Bartok High School Conservatory. She studied music at UCLA and went to graduate school at the Cleveland Institute of Music. Upon graduation, she started a small teaching studio that quickly gr…
…
continue reading

1
242. My First Term on the Silver Jewellery Diploma with Kelly Twigg of Willow and Twigg Jewellery
44:40
44:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:40In this week's episode, Kelly Twigg shares her journey from a part-time jewellery hobbyist to a dedicated jeweller enrolled in the Jewellers Academy diploma program. She discusses her initial experiences with jewellery making, the transition to self-employment, and the importance of learning new techniques to grow her business. Kelly highlights the…
…
continue reading
The Story Pirates become obsessed with a video game called Jellybean Simulator. Featuring two new stories, “Chicken Hat,” a story about a girl who decides to wear a certain hat…forever, written by Éowyn, a 10 year old from Oregon, and “Rock and Roll Dining Room,” a story about the world’s greatest rock band made out of furniture, written by a 12 ye…
…
continue reading

1
375 | Increasing Your Sales Conversions with Personalized Marketing (& Other Marketing Trends in 2025) with Arianne Foulks, Aeolidia
40:14
40:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:14This week, we have Arianne Foulks from Aeolidia back on the podcast. Arianne was on episode 114 talking about abandoned cart email sequences, and she also came on for episode 288 where we talked about SMS and email marketing strategies. Today, Arianne and I are talking about 2025 trends for e-commerce marketing. Arianne is a founder, speaker, and S…
…
continue reading

1
#309: Vera Holczer-Waroquet (Pianist & Founder of Aurora School of Music) (pt. 1 of 2)
35:25
35:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:25Today we released part one of our interview with Vera Holczer-Waroquet. She’s a Hungarian pianist who came to the US after finishing her degree at Budapest’s Bartok High School Conservatory. She studied music at UCLA and went to graduate school at the Cleveland Institute of Music. Upon graduation, she started a small teaching studio that quickly gr…
…
continue reading

1
241. 10 Things I Wouldn't Do If I Was Starting a Jewellery Business in 2025 with Jessica Rose
47:06
47:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:06In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess dives into the lessons she’s learned from years in the jewellery industry to share 10 things (and a bonus 1!) she wouldn’t do if starting a jewellery business in 2025. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or already running a jewellery business, Jess’s insights offer valuable remin…
…
continue reading

1
The Werewolf in Missouri/Stinky Sock Versus Banana Peel (feat. Chloe Troast)
37:14
37:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:14Peter’s mom (Chloe Troast) visits the Story Pirates. Featuring two new stories: “The Werewolf in Missouri,” a song about a lycanthrope who dreams of visiting the St. Louis Arch, written by Jack, an 8 year old from Wisconsin, and “Stinky Sock Versus Banana Peel,” a story about high stakes competition to be the stinkiest thing possible, written by a …
…
continue reading

1
374 | How Product Business Owners Can Use Grants to Fund Their Business with Ashley Sutton, Hustle & Hope
41:06
41:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:06Happy New Year, friend. I hope that you were able to take a break over the holidays. I know the last month of the year is always pretty busy for all of us, whether it's personal stuff or we're getting our shops and businesses ready for the end of the year. I hope that you have plenty of time for some rest and relaxation. We're back on the podcast w…
…
continue reading

1
240. Kickstart: 5 Days to Plan 2025 in Your Jewellery Business - Join the FREE Challenge with Jessica Rose
23:42
23:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:42In this week’s episode of the podcast, Jess, invites you to join the FREE Kickstart Challenge, a five-day program designed to help jewellers set intentions and goals for their businesses. On this course, you will set a vision and action plan for your business in 2025 as well as plan your revenue generating activities for bringing in the money. What…
…
continue reading

1
#308: Gina DeSantis (Ceramic Artist) (pt. 2 of 2)
28:38
28:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:38This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Gina DeSantis. She’s the lead creator behind Gina DeSantis Ceramics—the company she founded in 2013. She began her ceramic studies at her local community college and by 2006 earned her MFA from Kent State University. Her works are in 400 retailers throughout the US such as Uncommon Goods, A…
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
Peter’s Australian accent rarely wavers as he guides listeners through a very special creative visualization exercise to celebrate the new year. So sit back, relax, and get ready to take your imagination on a vacation!By Story Pirates
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading

1
239. One Word, Big Impact: How to Choose Your Word of the Year for 2025
33:50
33:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:50With another new year approaching, Jess and Anna discuss an alternative to New Year’s resolutions. Choosing a word for the year can set a positive intention for your year ahead and guide your actions and decisions. Anna and Jess talk about the words they have chosen for 2025 and reflect on words they’ve chosen in previous years and how they shaped …
…
continue reading

1
#307: Gina DeSantis (Ceramic Artist) (pt. 1 of 2)
31:42
31:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:42This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Gina DeSantis. She’s the lead creator behind Gina DeSantis Ceramics—the company she founded in 2013. She began her ceramic studies at her local community college and by 2006 earned her MFA from Kent State University. Her works are in 400 retailers throughout the US such as Uncommon Goods, A…
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading

1
Peter’s Picks: The Weird Food Club/!Beard Quest!
27:00
27:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:00Peter chooses some of his favorite stories from the Story Pirates archives. Go to https://nordvpn.com/pirates -- our link will also give you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan.By Story Pirates
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
The Proof to Product podcast team and I are practicing what we preach and the podcast is taking a winter break! We will be back with a new podcast episode on Tuesday, January 7, and we have some incredible things lined up for you! While we're gone, be sure to dip back into the archives. We have over 370+ incredible episodes to help you strengthen y…
…
continue reading
More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Joseph Smith Fletcher
…
continue reading
Today’s bonus episode features a brand new story written by over a hundred different members of the Story Pirates Creator Club! The next Create a Story session is coming up on Thursday, January 30th @ 7pm ET. Grownups, your kids can join Peter and Lee to make a new story in a virtual Create a Story session on November 7th and hear it come to life o…
…
continue reading

1
238. Does it rain Diamonds on Jupiter? Test Your Jewellery Knowledge With Our Festive Fun Quiz 2024
49:08
49:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:08Are you ready to test your knowledge about precious metals and jewellery making? Join us for this special festive episode, where the Jewellers Academy team members — Jessica Rose, Anna Campbell, Kelly Twigg, Emily Lisbeth and Barbara Yarde — quiz each other and you about all things jewellery. Grab a pen and paper, join in the fun and see how many c…
…
continue reading