Before Work

Dave Wood is the co-owner of The Home Improvement Center in Butler. With their 32,000 square foot showroom and 40+ years of experience, they can be your one stop shop to buy everything you need for your home project. The customer matters to the staff at The Home Improvement Center, and they will do whatever they can to do what is best for your project. Located at 505 Negley Avenue Butler, Pennsylvania 16001 https://www.homeimprovementcntr.com/ Home Improvement Center Facebook ___________________________________ Follow and Like Is It Local: Facebook Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Nadine Shingleton is the co-owner of Playthings Etc., also known as the "Spaceship Store". Plaything Etc. is the world's coolest toy store with over 6,000 toys to choose from. It is more than just a store, it is a fun experience for the whole family. The mission of Playthings Etc. is for families to play together. Check them out on Rt. 8 North of Butler at 2483 William Flynn Hwy. Butler, PA 16001 Playthings Etc. Playthings Etc. Facebook Playthings Etc. Instagram ___________________________________ Follow and Like Is It Local: Facebook Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bob McCafferty is the founder and owner of North Country Brewing Co. in Slippery Rock, PA. Bob opened North Country in 2005 and has been a leader in the craft beer industry, especially in Western PA. Bob is one of the most genuine human beings you could ever meet. If you haven't visited their Brew Pub on Main St in Slippery Rock, you are missing out.  https://northcountrybrewing.com/ Follow and Like: North Country Brewing Co. Facebook The Harmony Inn Facebook North Country Cannery & Taproom Facebook North Country Brewing Co. Instagram North Country Brew Pub Instagram The Harmony Inn Instagram ___________________________________  Follow and Like Is It Local: Facebook Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan Vinroe is the owner and founder of JSD Supply, an 80% complete firearms and accessories dealer. Started in 2013, JSD Supply is a leader in the home completion firearms industry and developed the patented MUP-1 80% lower receiver. JSD Supply JSD Supply Facebook JSD Supply Instagram ___________________________________  Follow and Like Is It Local: Facebook Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bill Atkinson is the owner and operator of The Chop Shop and Butler Penne. Bill is well known for his unconventional approach to food and people come from all over to enjoy his custom creations. Bill was born and raised in Butler and has a passion to see Butler and its local businesses succeed. The Chop Shop Facebook The Chop Shop Instagram Butler Penne Facebook Butler Penne Instagram The Kitchen at Butler Brew Works ___________________________________  Follow and Like Is It Local: Facebook Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Craig Lawrence is Owner of Red Hot Chameleon Entertainment and DJ Trivia of Butler County. He has 22+ years of DJ experience and has been running DJ Trivia since 2014. Craig has a passion to bring people in the community together to have fun and create lasting memories.   Red Hot Chameleon DJ Trivia of Butler County Facebook DJ Trivia of Butler County Instagram  ___________________________________  Follow and Like Is It Local: Is It Local Facebook Is It Local Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

John Mossman is President and Co-Owner of M.K. and Associates, an executive recruiting firm that focuses on the food manufacturing industry. With 30+ years in the recruiting industry, John brings great insight into the industry. If you are either an employer in the food industry or a potential candidate looking to make a job change, check out M.K. and Associates.  For those who are in the food industry, connect with John on LinkedIn and follow M.K. and Associates on LinkedIn. _____________________ Follow, Like, and Subscribe to Is It Local: Facebook Youtube Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joe Gray is the Principal Engineer for Ashlar Architecture and Engineering and Arris Construction LLC. On top of that he owns several commercial rental properties, and is the Engineer of the City of Butler, PA. Joe has a lot of insight and perspective when it comes to Butler and the business opportunities that are available. __________________________________________________ Follow Us: Facebook Instagram Youtube --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kevin Caparosa is the Co-Owner of Family Bowlaway, the 11th Frame, and The Back Alley. Kevin and his brother, Joe Caparosa Jr., learned the bowling, restaurant, and event industries from their father, Joe Sr., and have grown that legacy here in Butler County. Located at 540 Fairground Hill Rd. Butler PA 16001 https://familybowlaway.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dorothy Calvert is the Owner and Operator of The Witchn' Kitchen. The Witchn' Kitchen is an herb, spice, and tea shop. Dorothy received her herbalist training from Trinity School of Natural Health, and continues her education independently. https://www.thewitchnkitchen.com https://www.facebook.com/TheWitchnKitchen --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Tony Didonato is the President and Owner of Bar Boot Camp and President and Owner of Lucca Ristorante in Pittsburgh, PA. With over 20 years in the restaurant industry, Tony knows a thing or two about how to run a successful restaurant. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dustin Heath is the Chief Operating Officer of Vigilant Cyber Systems. He has a vision for business, making connections with other and developing people. "Have a mentor, be a mentor." --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Lance Calvert is a local business owner and entrepreneur. He co-owns @BrandedinButler and has a heart for small business. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

EXTRA SPECIAL GUEST THIS WEEK! You will have to listen a few minutes in, but there is some great insight. Evan, Grant, and this guest talk about Coronavirus, Y2K, Mayan Calendars, and more. Plus we dive into the Wii Sports thing a little bit more. We just can't stop. 

This episode Grant and Evan dive deeper into the Wii. The Wii has made a huge impact on the market and yet is also often a divisive console. Evan and Grant discuss what other people on the internet had to say about Wii Sports.

In this episode, Evan and Grant continue their discussion about top video games from their childhood. This time they move to the top ten games from 2000-2009. This leads to talking about how the Wii was a really weird console that still made Nintendo a ton of money. Let us know which of your favorite games made the list. Twitter: @beforeworkpod Email: beforeworkpodcast@gmail.com

This week Evan and Grant discuss the top 10 best selling video games of the 90s, how the game boy shaped the way they played games, and how parents' views o age appropriateness of videos has shifted since they were children.

Evan and Grant are deciding to get niche. If you enjoyed the super random and super broad topics they delved into before, don't worry it will always stay fresh. Evan and Grant have realized they know that there is one common thread to their conversations and have decided to steer into the skid and accept that they are good at talking about their childhoods and 90s and 2000s culture. So join them in their journey and be ready for a little more consistency to scratch that niche. 

We are kicking it back on with a more bite sized episode. In this episode, Evan and Grant discuss how numbers are weird and reminisce about their childhood video game setups. These two twentyagers are having some serious r/showerthoughts in this episode. 

If you are a twitter user, then you might have seen some videos going viral of a mother daughter pair. They are multi-dimensional angelic spirit healers. They have close to 1200 videos of their seminars, testimonials, etc. This is why Evan and Grant love the internet. This mother daughter team is just straight meme gold. And we spent an entire episode talking about them, so come laugh along with us. 

If you are like us, you watched Nickelodeon as a kid and if not, then you should make up for lost time and listen to this episode. Evan and Grant talk about Grant's new house, Nickelodeon, War (but only for a second this time) and other seemingly unrelated things. Come take a walk down memory lane with us. 

If when you read the title of the episode you immediately think of the band Staind. You are in the right place. If not, take a listen to figure out how it connects. In this episode, Evan and Grant talk about music, car radios, and face to face business deals. Be sure to follow us on Twitter: @beforeworkpod

This week Evan and Grant reminisce their first experiences with "The Office" after talking about their significant others recently picking the show up. But first, they talk about a very recent and very ridiculous event while driving. I hope you like "The Office" because it pretty much takes up the whole show. 

This week Evan and Grant discuss steroids, marijuana, and the world wars. Even though last episode was war focused and we didn't intend to talk about war this episode, it just happened. Oh well. Let us know if you agree or disagree with our perspectives and if we said anything wildly incorrect. 

On this week's episode Evan and Grant discuss the Joe Rogan Experience, wilderness survival, major wars, and foreign policy. Please make sure to fact check us. We aren't that well informed. Remember to follow us on Twitter: @beforeworkpod

On this week's episode Evan and Grant talk about nerdy things. Mostly video games, but a little bit about online privacy and the stock market. A bit of a change of pace from last week's all sports themed episode. 

On this episode Evan and Grant discuss sports. Actually quite a lot. And some other weird stuff too. But if you like sports, this episode is for you. SPORTS!

Today Evan and Grant discuss Netflix, Cavemen, College, and more.