Cake and Conversation

For episode 22, artist Kevin Cromwell and I met up at my bar Growler's, shared some cookie cake, and talked about the moment he knew he wanted to be an artist. We also talked about the importance of preserving art over time, different interpretations of the same piece, and the difficulties of garnering local interest. Check out his work on Instagram and Facebook by searching his name, and check out his website kevin-cromwell.squarespace.com. ***CLICK THE LINKS ON THIS PAGE TO SEND A VOICE MESSAGE AND TO SUPPORT THE SHOW!!*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

For episode 21 I invited Cake and Conversation's resident baker Daniella Barrera over to create a tiramisu and talk about life growing up with a big family, how the competitive drive she learned from soccer translates to her love for baking, and her plans to make her mark in the culinary world. You can currently find her at Kravem Cakes located in Lake Jackson, Texas. Check out and subscribe to Greater Than Zero Media on Youtube. Like and share this episode with a friend!! Send a voice message using the link below and help grow the show by supporting with as little as a dollar a month. JUST. CLICK. PLAY. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

On the 20th edition of Cake and Conversation, my girlfriend Lily and I were invited to Jackie's home to record. She made a custom charcuterie and I brought a beautiful carrot cake, donated to the show by Daniella Barrera. We talk about being the youngest sibling, her mom's influence, and how working in the hospitality industry helped prepare her for her journey as a small business owner. ORDER YOUR CUSTOM PLATES NOW AT www.moodyscharcuteries.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

My guest this week is a craft cocktail cultivator and Houston's entry in the Power of the Palate virtual cocktail competition, Ed Warner II, from The Ed Warner Experience. His story's amazing and original, he's seen it all and done it all, and now he shares his creative passion of building one of a kind drinks for people to enjoy. Why have a rum and coke when you can let Ed take your palate on an adventure? He's hung out with Bob Marley, George Clinton, and countless other music industry titans. He was sneaking into the Apollo Theater at age 13, and he planned on being a plastic surgeon. Press play to hear great conversation with my guest, Ed Warner. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

This week's guest is super intriguing to me because not only is he a DJ during his "free time", but during the day he's a Harris County Public Defender, specifically for juveniles. I've never heard of a lawyer who was also an outstanding DJ, he's like freaking Bruce Wayne. We dive into why he will always choose red velvet cake over anything else, what lead him to get into being a DJ a little later in life, and how he balances his hectic work schedule with his hobby. Oh, he also just welcomed his first baby boy into the world. The man's a magician. Do you know what you wanted to be when you were eight?? I didn't, but this man did. Use the links on this page to send me a voice message or help support the show by signing up to donate. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

Collier Crisp and I have been best friends since the first grade and over the years he has transformed himself from the most plain and dry picky eater ever, into one of the best home cooks I've ever met. He's also started a Youtube channel called Crispy Concepts, and if you search for Doppler Crisp he'll have you laughing your ass off, shaking your head, and probably both. We got to hang out and talk about the importance of a fresh home cooked meal, filling a competitive void, and how being ocd doesn't limit creativity. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

Garret Brown and I sit down for a new episode of Cake and Conversation and share a specially made tres leches cake and talk about what got him into producing music, being a stand out basketball player, getting into real estate as a side hustle, some of the crazy journeys he's been on, and getting to work with some of his childhood rap idols. Speaking of rap idols, stick around until the end of the episode for a special feature from Houston rap legend, Z-Ro. You can find #cakeandconversation on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Music, and other platforms. Support the show and have a chance to win a visa gift card handed out monthly. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

Rovion "Rokmore" Reed is a music producer, community leader, mentor, teacher, keynote speaker, world traveler, and the list continues. 100% my favorite show to produce so far because Mr. Reed is the perfect example of the people I want to feature on my show. Truly inspiring, you're going to love my conversation with him without a doubt. You can watch and hear him perform this Saturday, March 14th from 2-8pm at Blank Sessionz, a sonic and visual presentation in 3rd ward. I'll be there recording segments live and there will be a good truck provided by @foodmusiclife and beer provided by PBR. ITS FREEEE!!!!!! Check out Kineticvibez.com if you have kids and want to discover great camps and activities to keep them productive and busy during spring break and the summer. Share with your friends!! Just. Click. Play. Follow the show on IG and Facebook @cake_and_conversation and for booking opportunities email me at jayandrew89@outlook.com and andyveit08gmail.com Support local creators!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

This dude grew up on the same block as me and once I saw that he was starting a youth program in our hometown, as well as releasing new music videos, I had to have him on for a session. We recorded the whole thing live on video and you can find it by searching Youtube for Allstars Make Plays Ent. For this audio version, I have for you the second half of the conversation, as well as an update about my boozeless journey and I have a sample of Allstar Amp's new song for his video "Blackheart", currently available on Youtube. Support local creators! Just. Click. Play. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

I'm so pumped and honored to have been asked to be featured at this event hosted by Bash Williams from The Traveling Cocktail. I recorded so much content, I had to make this a two part episode. The featured guests on part 2 are fashion designer Emmanuel, @touchofclassbowties on IG, traveling competitive bartender Ed Warner, one of the Cottonmouth Club's owners, Michael, Chef KP from Uptown Hotel, my brother Jordan The Door Guy, and the Godfather of Cake and Conversation himself, Bash Williams from The Traveling Cocktail. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

I'm so pumped and honored to have been asked to be featured at this event hosted by Bash Williams from The Traveling Cocktail. I recorded so much content, I had to make this a two part episode. The featured guests on part 1 are DJ Big RA, local artist Darius Lott, music producer Xai from Bal Headed Productions, and up and coming bar owner Ashley Nicole. Enjoy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

On this week's show, bass player from the band The Monster Inside Chad Rousseau joins me at my house as we share ice cream sandwiches and talk a lot about the work that goes into producing original music from scratch, the pros and cons of dropping singles vs. albums, and their big plans for 2020. These guys don't do covers, they do original content. Their new single, "My Mark" drops on Thursday Feb 13th and you can find it on most music streaming services including Spotify. Also be sure to search Facebook for The Monster Inside and check these guys out. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

Due to some scheduling issues and the commitment to keep putting out content, this week I'm my own damn guest. I share a little more personal information than I normally do and honestly some of this stuff has never been heard before, by anyone. Be sure to follow the show on Instagram @cake_and_conversation and like Cake and Conversation on Facebook. For booking, you can reach me at jayandrew89@outlook.com or at andyveit08@gmail.com. You can also shoot me a message on my personal Facebook. Wanna have a shot at winning visa giftcards?!?!? Support the show at the link provided on this page and have you name added to the list! Just. Click. Play. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

This week's guest is musician Tim Branch and even though his wife's expecting their second daughter at any moment, he still invited me over to share some stories about meeting his idols and how he balances a full time job and being a family man with trying to get a music career off the ground. He plays a lot of gigs around the Brazoria County area and after he welcomes another kiddo to the family, he plans on branching out (haha) into other cities to play his music. You can find him on Facebook by searching The Tim Branch Band. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

Jacolbe Barefield is an author, pastor, community leader, and an activist for people who have speech impediments. He's a compassionate and strong man on a beautiful journey to spread the message about overcoming your fears. You can find his book, Walk on Water, on Amazon, thebookpatch.com, and check out his website www.jbarefield.com. You can find him on Instagram @jbarefield5. Follow @Cake_and_conversation on IG and email me at Jayandrew89@outlook.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

This week I welcome the first author on Cake and Conversation, Kelsey Harris Dyke. She had a very unique upbringing, being the youngest of 16 children, and really started to discover her talent for writing by leaving her teachers and fellow students in stunned silence from an early age. She's published and you can find her stories at amazon.com/kelseydyke. Some of her titles include Capture, Feel With Me, and Tinder. Also check out her website, areadersdream.com She posts there daily while also providing audio recordings of each entry. For custom shoes, shoe restoration, and products to help keep your kicks fresh, check out my man Charles Cannon @illustrioussoles on Instagram. Seriously. Follow @cake_and_conversation on instagram. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

If you're a sneakerhead, or know someone who is, then this is the show for you. My guest Charles Cannon owns his own custom shoe design business called Illustrious Soles and you owe it to yourself to check him out on Instagram @Illustrioussoles. He's very talented and very much in the early stages of what is sure to be a remarkable journey. I know you're going to love this episode, and thanks again for checking it out. Just. Click. Play. I appreciate any and all feedback and you can contact me on IG @cake_and_conversation and by email at andyveit08@gmail.com and you can find me on Facebook by searching Jay Veit. If you're a podcast fan, be sure to check out Pour Behavior by my good friend DJ Marshal and get an insight into the service industry and the life of a bartender.  Support local creators. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

Bash is the main man if you need a public or private event to really stand out with regards to your bar setup. He discuss what makes bartenders artists, his opinion on how to enhance any experience while out barhopping, his vision on the industry and what the newest trend is going to be, and a little about his upbringing in a military background. If you're smart and you're hosting an event, you get in touch with Bash for all your bartending needs. Thetravelingcocktail@yahoo.com If you'd like to hear more in depth bar industry stories and content, be sure to check out my buddy DJ Marshal's podcast Pour Behavior. Found wherever you listen to your other podcasts. Oh, and Field and TIdes has the best fucking blackberry cobbler around. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

This week I bring my brother along as we hang out with Houston artist Jonathan Paul Jackson. The dude invited us to his studio and was amazing to get to know. We shared some ice cream sandwiches, they had beers, and I chased mine with milk. Jonathan Paul Jackson has a positive message to share and you're 100% going to enjoy this week's conversation. Check out Jonathanpauljackson.com Check out Pour Behavior, a podcast by DJ Marshal If you know of anyone with creative passion and an awesome story to share, contact me at Jayandrew89@outlook,com for booking. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

You know how parents aren't supposed to have a favorite kid, but they all do? Well, this episode is my favorite kid. Justin and I go way back and the conversation flew by. He'll for sure be back on Cake and Conversation and maybe next time there will actually be cake. You can and should check out his website at dbsphotovideo.com You should also check out another podcast called Pour Behavior. Hosted by DJ Marshal, take a peak behind the scenes of the life of a bartender. Hear stories, interviews with other industry members, and conversations with guests. Guaranteed to make you laugh and also maybe you'll gain more respect for people who work in the service industry. If you're interested in having me read a free or relatively free ad on a future episode, contact me at andyveit2008@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

Lemon bars, Christian Rap, and his experience with public speaking. Eddie and I cover a lot of ground during this 15 min session. It was also our first time ever meeting each other and neither of us have a filter when discussing the effort of trying to be as authentic about your passions as possible. Also check out the podcast Pour Behavior. Hosted by DJ Marshal, take a peak behind the scenes of the life of a bartender. Hear stories, interviews with other industry members, and conversations with guests. Guaranteed to make you laugh and also maybe you'll gain more respect for the millions of people who work in the service industry. Check out Club Thirsty's. Located at 317 South Gulf Blvd, Freeport, Texas. No cover charge, 21 and up. Thursday nights 6-2 am, Friday, and Saturday night 9 until 2 am. $5 Vegasbombs and $5 Fireball all night. $18 Domestic and $20 Import buckets, quality pool tables, a lounge area, and plenty of room to dance. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support

For the first official episode of Cake and Conversation, I decided to save any guests and sweets for another time. I know, false advertising right? It's just me, Jay, giving some insight and info as to how this whole thing came together and what you can expect from future episodes. Consider it some much needed backstory. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-a-veit/support