Quality Goods

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris connected with Kat McCoy, owner of New York based Jewelry Concierge service Best Kept. Kat's mission is to take the stress out of buying fine jewelry, whether shopping for yourself or gifting a loved one. She has a true talent in matching clients with the perfect piece, sourcing from some of the finest purveyors around the nation. They talked about her prior career as a management consultant, and how her business acumen has helped shape her approach to working with clients on both sides of the jewelry deal. They talked about her process of finding the right gift, jewelry trends, sentimentality, and jewelry as an investment. It was a great conversation about everything jewelry. Follow Best Kept: https://www.bestkept.com/ @bestkeptjewelry This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' kitcaster.com - get booked on podcasts today and tell your story! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qualitygoods/support

On this episode of the Quality Goods Podcast, Anson and Chris were joined by multi-national DJ and Producer duo Colorica. Colorica is comprised of OG friend of the podcast and fellow QGer Danny Varela, and his long time friend and collaborator Alejandro Céspedes. The two have been casual collaborators in the studio and behind the decks for years, but it was 2021 that sparked the new creative partnership that took shape in the form of Colorica. The Californian Costa Rican combo bring some serious heat behind the decks and pack dance floors wherever they go. From the Bay Area to tamarindo and everywhere in between, they channel vibes that transcend language barriers and spiritual boundaries. As they bless dance floors with some serious grooves, they blessed the guys with their origin story, so you don't want to miss this great conversation about some rhythm fueled dance parties and worldy house and techno heat. Follow Colorica: @coloricamusic https://soundcloud.com/colorica This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' kitcaster.com - get booked on podcasts today and tell your story! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qualitygoods/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and I were joined by Austin based musician and business coach Bill Small. Bill is a multi-talented recording artist and performer that has recorded a handful of solo albums, in addition to a slew of singles, and live performances with a number of bands and other collaborators. After finding success over the years as both a recording and performing artist, Bill decided to branch out and start offering up his experience and serve as a business coach. We touched on things like artist development, the chemistry of a band, and what success as an artist means. We also touched on some of more cerebral side of things like connection, cutting through the bs, and more complex ideas like feeling your vision. It was a great conversation about music, business, and life. Connect with Bill: https://www.artistmind.co/ https://billsmallmusic.com/ This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qualitygoods/support

Anthony Renowitzky is a real estate agent turned investor, that has spent the last few years steady building up his portfolio of properties. We first spoke with Anthony early in 2020, when the real estate market was ripe with uncertainty. Things have changed quite a bit since then, from dynamic interest rates to rent moratoriums, there has been all kinds of movement in properties and prices. Our discussion touched on the post pandemic economy, flipping houses, leveraging the brrrr method, and more. It was a great discussion about everything real estate. Follow Anthony @anthonyrenow anthonyrenow.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qualitygoods/support

Anson and Chris have a discussion about a subject that is near and dear to their hearts..and their stomachs..FOOD. With the super bowl freshly behind us, they talked about the culture around gathering and snacking, and some of their favorite game day treats. They got into the importance and the influence of social media in food culture, some popular Instagram and Tik Tok posting styles, and not deviating from a winning recipe. They also gave a shout to some of our favorite local joints and some food trends that are on our radar right now. So whatever kinda of cuisine or snacks you fancy, this conversation has something for you. New Quality Goods Merch: bit.ly/qgmerch Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @anson.wav This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qualitygoods/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris got to connect with owner and pit master of Ruby Q Smokefusion, Ruben McElligot. As the man behind the smoke, Ruben puts out some of the best fusion BBQ that can be found in the Bay Area. From brisket tacos, to vegan sweet potato and black bean quesadillas, he has taken some tried and true family recipes and injected some of his own modern technique to bring some major flavor to Oakland. Though Ruben is known around the community for his tasty faire, he hadn't always planned to slang his smokey delights. We talked about seizing opportunities, and putting in reps, because you never know what future endeavors you may be preparing for. We got into the importance of being instilled with a strong work ethic at an early age, recipes that stand the test of time, and bringing tradition from around the country right here to the east bay. It was a great conversation about bbq and entrepreneurship for sure. So whether you live life in the fast lane, or dig things low and slow, you'll dig this conversation about good food, and good business. Follow Ruby Q: https://rubyqsmokefusion.com/@Ruby_Q_Smokefusion Episode brought to you by: Mikal Monroe Clothing https://www.mikalmonroe.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Tory is a Brooklyn based DJ Bringing her unique vibes to clubs and events nation wide, as well as streaming directly into your household via Twitch. From deep house to world beats and so much more, Tory shares the vibrations that make her move with the people, and has been cultivating a community of music lovers and artists all around the world. We discussed her lifelong love of dance music, and how that has informed her approach to evoke emotion and keep the dance floor energized. We talked about the role of the DJ as a vibe curator, some of the many lanes a DJ can operate in, and how the pandemic provided a unique opportunity to connect with fans and fellow artists across the globe. It was a great conversation about everything music, and regardless of what is currently bumping on your playlist, we think that you will definitely vibe out to this one.  Follow Tory vibesbyTORY.com @vibesbyTORY This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

What's up good people! Thank you all so much for rocking with us for yet another year. It was different, it was new territory, but we navigated these murky waters together, and we could not do it without you all. We appreciate your continued support, and we look forward to bringing younew content featuring some quality folks in the new year. Till then, WE OUT! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

What is good quality listeners?! We are back after a short break from putting out new content. It wasn't to punish you all, but merely to chill the fuck out for a minute, focus on life, and spend a tiny bit less time in front of a screen for a couple months. But we missed you, and just couldn't keep away for too long, so we thought it only right to say what up and spread some year end holiday cheer. What better subject to cover then breaks? No we're not talking about break beats or broken bones…but rather the fact that it is ok to take a break once in a while. Entrepreneurship is a common thread in our content, and we have been so conditioned to be on grind mode 24/7, grow a following with constant posting and engagement, trying to build that highlight real for clout, we often forget to take a moment to stop and breathe! While there are appropriate times to flex on grind mode, there is much more to life then work work work. We also touched on the anti-work movement going on, some of the wild ass crime that has arisen around us due to the involuntary extended break that many are experiencing, and then we wrapped up the convo with a discussion about gratitude and some things that we are thankful for. so check out this conversation about breaks and thanks. New Quality Goods Merch: bit.ly/qgmerch Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @pointlesswonder This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' ohsnap.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

What's good quality people?! It's been a long time, and we should not have left you, with out some great pod content to step to, drive to, lay around to…whatever it is that you do when you listen to podcasts. As we gear up to bring you some new content, we thought it an appropriate moment to release some content from the archives featuring our good friend Ekzakt. Zach Perry aka Ekzakt has been grinding it out on these coast as an engineer and producer for a decade plus, cutting tracks for the likes of Andre Nickatina, Mistah Fab, and more recently the legendary Too Short. The two were featured in a recent piece put out by Lauten Audio called Capture, and we were super proud and impressed by the quality piece about the importance of being skilled engineer in addition to your production chops. We love the representation of The Bay, and the story told in the piece is one I got the privilege of witnessing first hand, so it's extra special in that regard. So as we continue to support quality content and quality people, we wanted to share some stories and advice from the man himself back around the inception of the pandemic. Check out the piece: https://www.lautenaudio.com/post/too-hort-zach-perry-capture-episode-1 Follow Ekzakt: @ekzaktxl This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' ohsnap.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

While Anson and I take a small break from recording new content, we thought it only right to provide you guys with good episode from our backlog that you may have missed if you weren't with us in our earlier days. In light of his recent victory on UFC fight pass, we wanted to serve you up our conversation with MMA fighter Jeremiah ‘The Kid' Labiano. His explosive win over Tim Dooling on one of the worlds largest fight platforms was nothing short of exciting. If you're an MMA fan and haven't peeped the highlight reel yet, we highly suggest you hit the socials and seek it out, it's definitely worth the price of tracking it down. Link in the description of this podcast for the lazy. The conversation was recorded just before the pandemic struck, so we had the pleasure of joining Jeremiah at his home training facility at Crispim BJJ. It was a conversation about what it takes to become a professional fighter, the future of MMA, and becoming a part owner of a BJJ gym. A great episode for fight fans, entrepreneurs, and anyone who knows how it is to fight adversity in order to compete at the highest level. Follow Jeremiah: @jermdakidd This episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' ohsnap.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast Anson and Chris wanted to chat about some topics that go hand in hand with each other..attention and awareness. These two subjects are not only important for success in entrepreneurial pursuits, but also for success in our personal lives and relationships. Attention might just be the most valuable commodity in the world, and companies of all sizes, from local mom and pops to corporate conglomerates are all in constant competition for it. Awareness goes hand in hand with attention, and is the first step into bringing more of it to any cause. There are many dimensions of awareness though, from simple concepts like spatial awareness, to grander ideas like environmental awareness and everything in between and outside. They discussed how attention and awareness commingle constantly, and we are sure that you all can relate to some of the situations and scenarios that we touched on. So pay close attention to this episode, and if you dig the conversation, we would be ever so grateful if you would raise awareness of it through your socials by liking out posts, sharing the episode to your stories, or going with the good old fashioned approach of sharing with your friends and fat through word of mouth. However you choose to bring attention to and support quality, we will alway be grateful! Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @pointlesswonder brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' ohsnap.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

This episode of the podcast features an unsung hero and community figure here in Oakland, CA, Angelique Austin. As the Owner and Director of One Rose of Unity, Angelique provides low cost room and board for low income individuals who need a little assistance gaining and maintaining their independence. As someone who has been through some trying times herself, Angelique was eager to help when she was afforded the opportunity to do so, utilizing her spare bedrooms in her apartment to house some folks that needed a little extra assistance. She has since grown her organization to encompass 6 homes in the Oakland area, where she houses veterans, homeless, parolees, and those suffering from various mental illnesses. The safe havens that she and her family provide, have helped many people retain their respect, dignity, and independence, and she is on the path to growing to be able to serve even more of the community. Her story is one of empathy and compassion, and I think we can all use a little more of that in our lives. So check out this great conversation with a different kind of entrepreneur, and see how helping others can lead to true success in the community. Check out One Rose of Unity: https://www.oneroseofunity.com/ brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' ohsnap.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast Anson and Chris were joined by men's wear innovator Eric Hartter. In 2015, Eric co-founded Hartter Manly with his business partner David Manly, and the two have been lacing gentleman in some of the flyest custom garments ever since. With their high tech online platform, paired with their expertise in bespoke and modern tailoring, the two have crafted a custom clothing experience like no other. They talked about building a business through patience and leveraging complimentary talents, modern style trends and trend setters, and the evolution of workplace attire in a remote world. From celebs and athletes, to the every man, dapper is alive and well. So whether you're rocking with peaked lapels and leather bottoms, or no tie and white sneakers, let us lace you up with this custom conversation. Follow the brand: @hartter.manly https://harttermanly.com/ Follow Eric: @eric_hartter Episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' ohsnap.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

For this episode of the podcast, the guys were joined by one of their former and most enthusiastic guests, rapper Meezy #7. The young MC hailing from Berkeley had a lot on his mind, and they welcomed him back to give an update on how life has been for him throughout covid times. Though he is a local friend that they actually had the pleasure of meeting IRL, he was one of their earliest remote guests, as covid had struck shortly after they crossed paths outside their Emeryville studio. Meezy's talent, enthusiasm, and ambition are larger than life, and the guys never hesitate to invite that kind of energy to join them on the podcast. Follow Meezy#7: @da_real_official.numba7_ Episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' ohsnap.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

What is going on good people! We am extra excited to introduce this episode of the podcast today, because it is a milestone episode…our hundredth full length quality goods podcast. No big guests, no frills, but a great discussion on what our journey has been like up until this special moment. While this may not be too much to write home about, we believe it's important to acknowledge and celebrate these mini milestones, because it was no easy feat. But we really enjoy having conversations with creators and creatives from all walks of life, and you guys get to be the beneficiaries of said conversations. So join us for this quality retrospective, and celebrate some of the cool moments we've shared over the past 2.5 years. Follow us: @finesseeverything @mrbeaty Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

For our 99th episode of the Quality Goods podcast, they guys are thrilled to introduce their first international guest to all of you good people. Anson and Chris had the great pleasure to chat with Sydney, Australia based singer and recording artist Anjo. Anjo has been a passionate singer since she has been able to walk, and she has recently been making waves down under with her new single Always Be, and she has big plans to keep the music and content coming. They've got to thank our friends at Eastbound for connecting them to an amazing artist overseas, and continuing to fuel their musical chats, because it never gets old. So if you're into artist development, connecting with folks in faraway places through social media, music, or any shade of those things, you'll definitely dig this conversation about creativity. Listen to Anjo's Music: Anjo on Spotify Follow Anjo: @angelinebarion Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

We are so excited to tell you about today's guest because if you know us, you'll know that we are pretty damn obsessed with spicy foods, and 0we put hot sauce on almost every meal. Our guest Scott Zalkind, the founder of Lucky Dog Hot Sauce has helped fuel the fire that burns in our hearts and in our stomachs, and has taken part in delighting millions of viewers all over the world in the 4 slot on season 9 of the wildly popular YouTube show Hot Ones. It's actually where we were first exposed to his delectable sauces, so it was quite a delight to run into him at my local farmers market. We had a great conversation about everything hot sauce, from epic sauce origin stories, quitting his day job to follow his fiery passion, to saucy introductions with rock stars..this really was quite the spicy epic. So turn up the heat and the volume for this one! Follow Lucky Dog: @luckydoghotsauce Get sauced: https://luckydoghotsauce.com/ Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

We are officially half way through June which means we are officially at the half way point of 2021. A new vibe, on the verge of reopening, and already so much to reflect on. Lots of changes, lots of growth, same vision, new perspective. Times are changing, and there are many lanes open for us as we travel towards the future, so set your GPS on your destination, but don't forget to stop and enjoy the scenery along the way! So join us for a mid year reflection as we chat about how we've been and some things opening up around us..both literally and figuratively. Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @finesseeverything @mrbeaty Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of podcast, Anson and Chris went guest-less again to address another universal topic, gatekeeping. Now the reason we say universal, is because we am fairly certain that we have all (us and you listeners) encountered gatekeepers at some point in our lives. And if you haven’t...then I’m not quite sure how you’ve managed to get this far in your life..because gatekeepers dwell all around us. In our careers, in our hobbies, in our fandoms, and sometimes even literally at physical gates. Let’s not mistake gatekeepers for locks though, because there is still a way through the gate that you seek passage, but it may just take some plotting and/or some persevering to get yourself through. We’ll discuss some ways to do so on this podcast, as well as some stories of being kept from gates in our own lives. Follow the guys: @qualitygoodstv @finesseeverything @mrbeaty Episode powered by; thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris were joined by another amazing artist repping the Bay Area, Jenna Marie. Jenna Marie is a ballerina based in San Francisco, and throughout the pandemic she has been spreading her love of movement online through various video projects such as Swans directed and choreographed by Robert Dekkers, and Movement for Movement produced by Ben Needham-Wood, as well as teaching other dance lovers through live streams. It was a delight for them to chat with an artist from the East Coast that has found such a warm welcome in the Bay Area…which was not something she expected when migrating away from the New York ballet scene. While the ballet scene is not something Anson and Chris are super well versed in, thehy appreciate all things art and Jenna Marie stays putting out that energy that could not be ignored.  Follow Jenna Marie: @its_jennamarie Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the Quality Goods Podcast, Anson and Chris were joined by Photographer & VFX Supervisor Tommy Souza. Tommy is a creative jack of all trades, that has found happy home behind the lens of his Sony camera. His eye-catching stylized photo edits have led him to growing his creative network north of the border in Montreal, where he has also made his mark on the movie world in the VFX dept. His love of film has not only informed his style as a photographer, it took him far away from his home base in California where he got his start in the movie biz, and he only continues to work his way up the production chain. The creativity never stops with this guy, so keep your eyes out on his Instagram profile and IMDB account and I can assure you, you will not be bored. Follow Tommy: @tommyasouza Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

For this episode of the Quality Goods Podcast, we revisited a popular discussion topic of ours; reselling. We last spoke to Alex aka @Flipformore on Instagram and had a really cool conversation about how to get into reselling and finding your niche within the larger subculture. This time we were joined by two more resellers from across the country, Paul in Tennessee, and Edgar in DC. The two have very different approaches to the resell market, so it was really cool to hear about their stories and get tips from to people who tap into very different markets within the reselling power platform known as ebay. We touched on peddling nostalgia, being thrifty, bargain hunting, and more. So if you are curious about making a supplementary income or picking up a new hobby that pays dividends, check out this episode to see whats good. Follow Edgar: @jlhustle Follow Paul: @quchiii_resells This episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the Quality Goods Podcast, Anson and Chris were joined by Founder and Stylist of Le Blanc Label, Alena Le Blanc. If you listened to the last episode of the podcast, this will be serendipitous timing as she is the perfect guest to speak to how our appearance is one of our most powerful tools in making impressions. If you didn’t catch that episode, this episode will still serve as great examination of style and fashion, and they are tools of expression that we consciously and subconsciously put to work for ourselves on a daily basis. As a designer turned stylist, Alena uses her keen fashion sense and expert knowledge of clothing craftsmanship to guide her clients to reimagine their closets and showcase the versatility of garments already in their wardrobe. You know the guys are huge advocates of sustainable fashion at Quality Goods, and they really enjoyed chatting with someone who is just as passionate about educating her clients on how to be fashionable and eco friendly. Follow Alena: @leblanc_label Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the Quality Goods podcast Anson and Chris had another universal topic to discuss amongst themselves, appearance and impressions. While you can make impressions with more than just your appearance, your appearance almost always leaves some sort of impression, no matter how impactful it may be. As people, we consciously and subconsciously think about how we project ourselves with our appearance, and the impressions that we make on people. Obviously this varies from person to person, but these are things that we all consider consciously at some point.. so much so that sometimes we ever reflect on times where we have made a poor impression, cringing and wishing we had the opportunity for a re-do. But fear not, we all of plenty of more opportunities to make good impressions, so there is no sense in dwelling on opportunities missed in the past. We’ve all been there, but the best thing we can do is make a conscious effort to make good impressions moving forward. Appearance and impressions don’t just apply to relations with other people, they also apply to the relationships that we have with products and businesses as well! Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY'  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode Of the podcast, the guy were sippin wine and feelin fine with owner and winemaker at Nottingham Cellars, Collin Cranor. Collin is a good friend of the pod and a fellow podcaster as co-host of the wine and hospitality centric, Through The Grapevine Podcast. The guys have been early listeners and early patrons of Collin’s out in the Livermore Valley, so it was a pleasure to finally sit down with have and have an extended conversation about everything wine. They laughed, Collin dropped some California wine knowledge, they drank some delicious pinot from his label Typicite…even if they didn’t record the conversation for you all to hear, it still would have been a tremendously successful night. So crack open a bottle to this one! Follow Collin: @collin_cranor_winemaker @nottingham_cellars @ttg_podcast @typicite_wines Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off supplements and gear with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

For this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris invited another one of their earliest guests back to chat about how his artistic endeavors have developed over the past year. The Evil Geniuss has been steady at work producing acrylic laden canvases as well as using Anson’s body as a canvas for his other ink infused pieces. In the time since they last spoke to the mask clad artist, he has developed both as an artist and a businessman, and has never been more confident in how he sells and markets his art work. Let’s face it, it is a difficult thing to define your price as a developing artist, and finding your footing in the art marketplace is no easy feat! But for those who are not discouraged by the landscape in which there are no standard practices for pricing and selling your work, The Evil Geinuss has found his pocket, and he know comfortably lines his own pockets with the many works that he produces. So whether you’re a developing artist, have an interest in procuring a piece, or just find the topic fascinating, we hope that you’ll enjoy this conversation about everything art. Follow The Evil Geniuss: @akeism This episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast Anson and Chris went guest-less again and had a discussion amongst ourselves about perspective. Though it’s not something many of us dedicate a lot conscious thought to, perspective is a very powerful force that shapes all of our lives and our decision making. Everyone has a perspective, but everyone’s perspective is unique, and the better we can work to understand each other’s perspectives, the better off we’ll all be! Our environment and experiences dictate our perspective, and we thought it would help you to understand ours better through a conversation about what perspective is and means. So keep an open mind as your perspective may even change after this episode. Follow us: @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' at checkout --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris were joined by multi-instrumentalist and lead singer of the Super Fantastics, Daniel Scharff. The San Francisco based Indie Pop band has made good use pandemic times to develop their act both outdoors at golden gate park, and in the studio where they have been sharpening their debut album Home set to release in March of this year. It was a really lovely conversation about all of the things that music is to them from an emotional standpoint..representing our current moods to jogging memories, music is therapy for the soul. They shared some of our listening habits, some songs that we listen to to feel a particular way, and how we want to share positive vibes through good music..literally. Follow the Super Fantastics: @superfantasticsband Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Katie Austin is an actor and film maker based in the bay area. Her directorial debut Aubergine is hitting the festival circuit this year, and we were thrilled to discuss everything that led her to this exciting moment in her film career. She talked about going all in on pursuing her dream, and having to dial it back a little bit when her livelihood was at stake. You don’t always have to go for broke in the pursuit of ambitious goals, and it is ok to take a step back to reformulate your plan of attack sometimes. It’s something that myself, Katie, and probably many of you have in common, and it is nothing to be ashamed of. If you never lose sight of the target that you’re aiming for, perhaps taking a few steps to the side will offer a new perspective and give you a cleaner shot at the bullseye. Katie’s story is one of perseverance, determination, and passion for creativity and creatives alike, and it is one that we think will resonate with all of you. So keep shooting for the stars, because even though you may not hit the target with your first shot, it will certainly get you closer the next time you take aim. Follow Katie & Support Aubergine: @thekatieaustin https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/short-film-aubergine--2/x/23812385#/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

For our first episode of 2021, we invited one of our earliest guests Ricky of Pie Dreams to join us once more to get an update on how his business is going and how the events that transpired last year have affected it. It was great to reconnect with The Piesmith himself and hear how he has continued his mission to feed the east bay and beyond, and how he has navigated the new food landscape. We talked about innovation in the pie space, pivoting to accommodate a shifting industry, and taking a piebernation when social tensions were at an all time high. Let’s face it, 2020 came with about every challenge we could have expected and 100x more, so taking a break from productivity was not only excusable, it was (and still is) encouraged. Oh and there might be a pie related giveaway mentioned in this episode, so stay tuned for the details on that. Follow Pie Dreams piedreamsco.com @pie.dreams --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Thank you all so much for rocking with us throughout what has been the strangest year of our lives! We just wanted to connect with y'all and share what our 2020 experience has been like in our circle. From great guests, to personal tragedies, protests, new beginnings, and everything in between, this year has been as wild as they come. We hope you enjoy this recap of the craziest year to date, and we look forward to rocking with you all in 2021 aka 2020 Jr. So let's get into this crazy recap and see what's good! Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/quality-goodss Follow the Goods: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with cod 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Tim Cole is the former VP of Mascot Sports. The reason I emphasize former is actually the reason why we invited him to join us on the podcast once more! Throughout our COVID Business series, we’ve connected with former guests of ours to discuss how the COVID 19 pandemic has affected their businesses and livelihoods. Mascot Sports was an athletic events business, and the events industry is one of the hardest hit verticals of 2020. Events well into next year have been cancelled and postponed, and no events, means a certain demise for many events based businesses, and the boutique sporting events company could not sustain. Though Tim was sad to let go of such an exciting role, he was not discouraged. After a tiny bit of soul searching he hit the job market, and in quite a bold way! His approach on LinkedIn is a great example of how we can leverage some incredible tools, and with a bit of creativity and vulnerability, it paid off in the best possible way. I had the privilege of watching this all unfold before my eyes on LinkedIn, and it is an inspiring story that we think you all should hear. Connect with Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-cole-51259215/ This episode is powered by:  TheGeniusBrand.com - 15% off with code 'QUALITY' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

For this episode of the podcast, we'd like to give thanks for all the support that we've received in our podcast journey thus far by sharing all of the quality support that some of our guests have shared with us. From products, to plants, to brands, to family, and everything in between. Having quality in our lives is important when it comes to all of those things, and we continue to look forward to hearing what brings quality to the lives of our supporters. So ease back for this holiday season and enjoy this montage of our #supportquality segment! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris had a brief discussion about timing. one can argue, that timing is the very thing that dictates the happenings in our lives. literally almost every aspect of our life is shaped by timing in some type of way…the job market, sports, cooking, relationships, conversations…the right or improper timing can make or break a situation. while I don’t wanna elaborate on this intro anymore than I need to, I will say this is good timing to tell you all that we really thank you for continually tuning in to the quality goods podcast. we have a blast bringing you all quality content and you can support us through continued listens, repping our march, and even donating to us through our anchor profile at anchor.fm/qgpod. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast Anson and Chris had a colorful conversation with Oakland based artist Jorge Bejarano aka Abstract Oakland. If you’ve had the privilege of taking a cruise down Broadway Downtown Oakland, you may have seen his vibrant work adorning some of the storefronts amongst the beautiful array of street art, or perhaps you got your hands on some of his recent Oakland themed Loteria Tablas. Regardless of where you have or have yet to come across his work, his eye catching cityscapes are sure to leave a lasting impression. They talked about how encouragement from an early mentor helped set him up for success in the long run, and how his development as an artist led him to putting his true self into his works. As is the case with many creative endeavors, approaching your craft from a genuine place will almost always yield the best results, and Jorge’s story is no different. Whether you’re a street art enthusiast or creative of any capacity, you’ll enjoy this conversation about art and culture in the east bay. Follow Abstract Oakland: https://www.royloak.com/ @abstract_oakland --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Anson and Chris just wanted to have a quick discussion about Buying It For Life. Not every purchase needs lifetime consideration, but at Quality Goods, you already know we’re all about goods that are quality. When something is built to last, it is worth the investment. Like we already mentioned though, not everything needs to be a purchase of a lifetime, so they talked about what kinds of items should get this kind of consideration, working up towards that lifetime quality price point in a given category, and some unexpected items that have made it into their lifetime arsenals. From items, to brands, to peoples own reps..what are you buying for life? Hit us up because we wanna know what’s built to last, and what’s not living up to its reputation. slide into those DMs @qualitygoodstv on instagram, that is the best place to interact with us. Whether your need buy it for life advice or wanna show of an ancient relic that’s been with you for life, we want know! Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris were joined by podcast hosts Gina and Ryan the TVBs. The TV talking duo explore series and other tv related topics, doing deep dives on shows while they sip some cocktails and debate their points of view. Anson and Chris are some avid viewers ourselves, so we were more than happy to join them both in a conversation about everything TV. They explored a little tv history, some formative shows from our early years, and then new generation of shows during the streaming era. There is something for everyone in the world of television, so it was fun to explore all of our different tastes, from our top recommendations, to shows that we have no idea how they got greenly in the first place. So if you’re into tv..and let’s face it, you most likely are..you will definitely get some enjoyment, and probably even answer these questions to yourself as you listen along. at the very least you’ll get some good show recommendations out of it. Follow The TV Bitches: @tvbspodcast Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'quality' --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ · Charity Promotion: HeadCount: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter registration and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.headcount.org/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Alfred Howard is a writer and performer based out of San Diego California. His recent project Alfred Howard Writes is currently taking place over the course of this year, as he invites artists around the country to collaborate in song. His powerful pieces evoke emotion as he draws energy from societal struggles and complicated issues that weve been faced with lately. He shared his history as a singer and songwriter, how he nearly hung up his writing talents, and how events of recent years have reignited his passion for writing and performing. Sometimes it’s shock and trauma that bring about the most creative energies, and if they’re cultivated just right, they can be channeled into vibes that resonate across many boundaries. Check out his vibes on alfredhowardwrites.com, and you can follow the chronicles of the project that has been taking place for the ‘better’ part of this year. Follow Al: @alfredhoward23 Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'genius' --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ · Charity Promotion: HeadCount: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter registration and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.headcount.org/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the Quality Goods podcast Chris and Anson talk food and wine with Eric, Carlos and Jeremy, a few of the folks behind Eats By E. For over 7 years Eric and company have been serving food inspired by his Filipino and Hawaiian upbringing thru both private dinners and pop ups all over the Bay Area. They talk about how they started working together and some of the stories and challenges that come along the way, including completely switching gears and finding ways to keep providing good food for good people in the midst of a pandemic. Follow the guys: @eats_by_e @csommis @jimmimein Episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'quality' --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ · Charity Promotion: HeadCount: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter registration and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.headcount.org/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, we have our first guest from the tech realm, as Michael Smith a Product Manager for SAP joins us to talk product and remote work. We talked about what a day in the life of a product manager is like, the diverse skill set that every good PM should possess, and building trust and relationships while working from home. Mike has been working remote for going on 12 plus years, so he is a battle-tested work from home veteran that was happy to share some of his tips for maintaining a healthy work / life balance when you’re faced blending your career and time spent at home. While we all continue to adjust to a lifestyle without office collaboration, you can sit back and enjoy this conversation about tech, product, and remote work. Connect with Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-smith-71bb373/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ · Charity Promotion: HeadCount: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter registration and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.headcount.org/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast the guys invited Bindlestiff Studios Alum Thomas Paras back to the conversation alongside his fellow bindlestiff producers Golda and Lo to chat about the Studio, Sci-fi , and their new show that combines both of those forces aptly named Forbidden Futures. No one could have predicated the dystopian future we’re currently living, but the three of them wanted to make sure that our stories are being told now, through the bindlestiff lens. They talked about the challenges of writing and producing a show that is safe to consume from confines of your socially distanced home, some sci-fi inspirations of ours through the years, and bringing people together by telling relatable stories about distant and not-so-distant worlds. Go check out the show on their Twitch channel on October 17th, all info found at https://www.bindlestiffstudio.org/ff2020. Whether you're a sci-fi nerd, a stage hand, or just a normie looking for something new to get into, check out this conversation about everything sci-fi. Follow: @bindlestiff_sf https://www.twitch.tv/bindlestiff_sf Episode powered by: @thegeniusbrand 15% off at thegeniusband.com with code 'quality' --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ · Charity Promotion: HeadCount: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter registration and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.headcount.org/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

For this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris dove into a topic that we all have experience with, social media. Social media had changed the world as we know it, and 2020 has shown us so of the extremes that get exposed about society, both the good and the bad. As humans, we’re not very well equipped to deal with many of the issues that social media has brought about, and we’re still trying to figure these things out from both a legal and humanitarian perspective. It’s brought the world together, but ah the same time it has made many of us feel more isolated than ever. We wanted to share some of our experiences with the various platforms over the years, as we’ve both been there and had our own unique experiences since the very beginning. What kind of unique things have happened to you through social media? We’d love to know and perhaps even share some of those tales through our platform..which happens to largely be featured on social media. What can we say, it’s one of the best ways to connect and stay connected with our local, and global communities! Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode powered by: TheGeniusBrand.com - 15% off with code 'quality' at checkout --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ · Charity Promotion: HeadCount: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter registration and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.headcount.org/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, the guys deviated from their usual up and comer entrepreneur story to bring you a conversation with a legend...no literally a Living Legend by the name of Eligh. Eligh is rapper, producer, and artist with a discography that extends back into the early 90s, and his musical prowess continues as he has a couple of albums on deck that are sure to bring those legendary vibes into your life. It was an absolute pleasure to chat with an artist that has played such an impactful role in their life for nearly two decades, and as the music business evolves, he has found his stride in fostering a community of fans and followers that have been a new breath of life in his journey as a creator. They talked about that journey, and he dropped some insight into what it’s been like as an artist who began their career before social media. But that hustle mentality never dies, and Eligh is resilient as ever and still pushing new music and art as we travel through the apocalyptic landscape that is 2020. Whether you’re also die hard living legends fan, a fellow artist, or just need some positive vibrations in your life, we hope you enjoy this conversation about everything art and music. Follow Eligh: https://www.patreon.com/eligh @therealeligh This episode powered by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off supplements and gear with code 'quality' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the Quality Goods Podcast, Anson and Chris were joined by Candace Crowhurst, founder of The Virtual Studio. When covid struck earlier this year, Candace was quick to realize the need for fitness and community was going to need to evolve, so she was jumped at the opportunity to found The Virtual Studio, a place for trainers to connect with those seeking a way to stay fit through quarantine and remain safe while doing so. Big changes mean new opportunities, and Candace was quick to flex her entrepreneurial mind set and resourcefulness, and created a business to bring fitness into peoples homes and socially distant spaces, all while giving back to social causes in her community. We talked about her unorthodox road into the fitness biz, the constant pivoting that is required when navigating uncharted territory, and some ways we can stay fit and safe while doing so. Whether you’re a fitness junkie, just trying to maintain, or are completely new to exercise, we hope you enjoy this conversation about entrepreneurship & fitness. Follow Candace: Work out with Oakland Pride! https://www.thevirtualstudio.io/ @thevirtualstudio.io @caligirlaroundtheworld Episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'quality' at checkout --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris caught up to discuss life in the new normal. We all have varying experiences with quarantine, mask life, and socially distant activities, so the guys wanted to bring to light some of our first and second hand experiences with this new lifestyle of ours. Let’s face it, things are not going to go back to the way the once were, and it’s best to be early adapters rather than combat the inevitable. So embrace change, keep an open mind, and don’t compromise on the things that you need to keep yourself happy and healthy. so stay informed, stay sane, maintain that balance and let’s see what’s good. Follow Us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode brought to you by: thegeniusbrand.com - 15% off with code 'quality' at checkout --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Anthony Renowitzky is a real estate agent with Fohl & Hernandez based in the East Bay. He’s been buying and selling houses in this market for a decade plus, and his real estate endeavors are only continue to grow through the pandemic. The guys discussed his life-long desire to work in the real estate business and what got him to finally pull the trigger and commit to the house slanging lifestyle. We all know that real estate is a dynamic market, that can come with some high highs, and some low lows, and we touched on how to be persistent and ride out those tough times, because there will always be greener grass on the other side of the pasture. Anthony also dropped some current market knowledge for us, so whether you’re looking to own your first home, flip some houses for a profit, or invest in an income churning property, you’ll definitely want to check out this conversation about everything real estate. Follow Anthony: https://anthonyrenow.com/ @anthonyrenow 510-706-7203 Follow Us: @qualitygoods @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode brought to you by: lymicoffee.com - 'QUALITYGOODS' for 10% off your next bag of coffee thegeniusbrand.com - 'quality' for 15% off supplements & gear --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, Anson and Chris connected with Eric Denniston, former Co-Owner of Studio 1 Zero in Los Angeles, and the man behind Robots&Balloons. As a veteran of the music industry, Eric has seen and done it all throughout his musical tenure in the entertainment capital of the world. From runner in a legendary studio, to nearly landing a lucrative record deal and everything in between, they touched on all kinds of creative facets surrounding the creation of music. Eric is proof that success in creative endeavors not only requires talent, but hard work, networking, smart decision making, and always keeping an open mind. You never know when ideas are going to strike, but you can put yourself in an environment that is far more conducive to creativity, and he’s been keen to keep himself immersed in that kind of environment forever. Follow Eric: @robots&balloons @studio1zero Follow us: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode brought to you by: https://lymicoffee.com/ - 10% off with code 'qualitygoods' https://thegeniusbrand.com/ - 15% off with code 'quality' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

The guys are back from a short break, and a deserved one, but Anson and Chris just wanted to catch up, drop a little update for you guys, and discuss the current state of re-opening that we’re experiencing on the west coast. A lot has happened both in the world and in their own circles, so they thought it only right to share some news with you good folks! Shopping, schools, sports..they touch on a little bit of everything in this one. And if you have any personal experiences or insights about anything that they touch on, please do tag or dm Quality Goods on the socials, they love to engage with you all and find out what’s going on in our community first hand. New Merch: Quality Goods Amazon Merch Store Follow: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode brought to you by: Pyre Supplements - 10% off with code 'quality' Lymi Coffee - 10% off with code 'QUALITYGOODS' --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

On this episode of the podcast, the guys welcomed back their good friend and fellow quality goods crew member, Danny Varela. Danny V aka V-Tron is the DJ for House of Whales and former Music Supervisor of a startup that suffered massive layoffs at the beginning of COVID. Thankfully, he and his colleagues were able to parlay that into a makeshift production company, but not everyone in this climate is so fortunate. They got into a lot of covid talk…about how collaboration is changing with the remote lifestyle, how we as quality goods are going to pivot to accommodate and promote retail in the new norm, and just caught up for some good ol fashioned reminiscing. Follow everyone: @qualitygoodstv @vtron_dirrty_dirrty @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support

Anson and Chris discuss something that all creators have in common, workflow. How do you prepare to get in the zone? What does the zone look like for you? What kind and how much research do you need to do in order to be at your best when taking on a task? These are all steps we go through almost every day as we tackle various tasks in our lives. Covid and quarantine have also had a profound impact on our usual routines, and we explore how both we, and society need to pivot in order to survive in the new normal. Follow: @qualitygoodstv @mrbeaty @youngmanoldsoles Episode brought to you by: @lymicoffee 10% off with code 'QUALITYGOODS' at checkout --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/qgpod/support