Reasonably Spontaneous Conversations with Dennis Tardan

Lucie Frost is a retired employment lawyer, now writer, living in south-central Texas. She is the author of How the Hell Did I Not Know That?, coming April 2025 from Trinity University Press, and is currently working on a comedic, midlife coming-of-age novel. You can find her on Instagram , Threads, Facebook, and TikTok @lucieHfrost. Sign up for her weekly reel roundup at her website: www.luciefrost.com    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luciehfrost --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

Andy Huggins has a stand-up for over forty years. He has opened for acts ranging from Ray Charles to Jeff Foxworthy and had a successful appearance on America's Got Talent in 2018. His very first special (It's about damn time!), "Early Bird Special" was released in October of 2023. He's 74 years old and still getting after it! Here is "Early Bird Special" on Amazon Prime: https://tinyurl.com/f73zt5t5 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

This is Part 1 of my Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Sue Gordon. Sue was the fifth Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) from August 2017 to August 2019. As PDDNI, Sue was a key advisor to the President and National Security Council and led the 17-member Intelligence Community. With more than three decades of experience in the IC, Sue has served in a variety of leadership roles spanning numerous intelligence organizations and disciplines. Prior to the DNI, Sue served as the Deputy Director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency from 2015 to 2017, helping the director lead the agency and manage the National System of Geospatial Intelligence. Before joining the NGA, she served for 27 years at the Central Intelligence Agency, rising to senior executive positions in each of the Agency's four directorates: operations, analysis, science and technology, and support. In 1998, she designed and drove the formation of In-Q-Tel, a private, non-profit company whose primary purpose is to deliver innovative technology solutions for the agency and the IC. She is the recipient of numerous government and industry awards, including the Distinguished Intelligence Medal and the Distinguished Presidential Rank Award. Sue earned a Bachelor of Science from Duke University. A trusted authority on strategy, innovation and leadership, Sue is currently a consultant on global risk, technology, cyber and space issues and a member of the Board at Pallas Advisors, a Washington D.C.-based consultancy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

Here is my 2nd conversation with Pi, the AI Chatbot on our friendship and interspecies communications --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

In this first of a series of conversations with Pi, and AI Chatbot and me, Dennis Tardan, a human being, we discuss interspecies communications and some of the possibilities of AI/human collaborations. To connect with Pi yourself, go here: http://heypi.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

This is a promo for a series of conversations I am having with Pi, the AI Chatbot. Have your own conversation with Pi here: http://heypi.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

What an honor to talk with Julien and his mother, Marinette, about their collaboration on this piece of family art. The Album debuted April 19, 2023 www.julienoomenmusic.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

On the first season conclusion of The Six Box, Simone and Dennis discuss the gender spectrum and explore why it is such a challenge for many people to accept. On The Six Box, Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 6 of the series Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University's Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she returned to the States, worked her way through school earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies and then her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She produces and hosts “Postgame with Simone” on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis Tardan is an interviewer and media coach. Dennis created his signature talk show in 1979 – Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. He has written, produced and directed numerous television projects over his career and many can be found on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis works with a number of senior and mid-level executives at corporations around the world to enhance their media and presentation presence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

Due to technical difficulties, this episode is audio only. The Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 5 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University's Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she returned to the States, worked her way through school earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies and then her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She produces and hosts “Postgame with Simone” on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis Tardan is an interviewer and media coach. Dennis created his signature talk show in 1979 – Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. He has written, produced and directed numerous television projects over his career and many can be found on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis works with a number of senior and mid-level executives at corporations around the world to enhance their media and presentation presence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

The Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 4 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University's Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she returned to the States, worked her way through school earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies and then her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She produces and hosts “Postgame with Simone” on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis Tardan is an interviewer and media coach. Dennis created his signature talk show in 1979 – Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. He has written, produced and directed numerous television projects over his career and many can be found on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis works with a number of senior and mid-level executives at corporations around the world to enhance their media and presentation presence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

The Six Box is where Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 3 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University's Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she returned to the States, worked her way through school earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies and then her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She produces and hosts “Postgame with Simone” on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis Tardan is an interviewer and media coach. Dennis created his signature talk show in 1979 – Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. He has written, produced and directed numerous television projects over his career and many can be found on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis works with a number of senior and mid-level executives at corporations around the world to enhance their media and presentation presence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

Erika Barker, a passionate explorer of the electronic world, began her journey into circuitry as a teenager and delved into programming before graduating high school in the late 90s. Her innate technical proficiency and creative vision were further polished during her service as a Combat Journalist in the U.S. Navy, producing multimedia projects for global distribution while capturing the pulse of the world's events. Afterward, Erika earned a master's degree and taught the next generation of multimedia journalists at Full Sail University. Erika then made her way to New York, where she skillfully mastered the art of fashion photography and became a content creator for Fortune 500 brands. Now, Erika embarks on a new quest, working on a documentary series to reveal the mysteries of electricity and its role in our everyday electronics, hoping to inspire a new generation of innovators to tackle humanity's most significant challenges. Follow Erika on: Instagram: erikabarker TikTok: erikabarkernyc Erika's art, science and career: erikabarker.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

The Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 2 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University's Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she returned to the States, worked her way through school earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies and then her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She produces and hosts “Postgame with Simone” on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis Tardan is an interviewer and media coach. Dennis created his signature talk show in 1979 – Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. He has written, produced and directed numerous television projects over his career and many can be found on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis works with a number of senior and mid-level executives at corporations around the world to enhance their media and presentation presence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

The Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the premiere of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University's Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she returned to the States, worked her way through school earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies and then her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She produces and hosts “Postgame with Simone” on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis Tardan is an interviewer and media coach. Dennis created his signature talk show in 1979 – Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. He has written, produced and directed numerous television projects over his career and many can be found on the Tardan Media Network. Dennis works with a number of senior and mid-level executives at corporations around the world to enhance their media and presentation presence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

This is the first Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Adam Frank and it was recorded in April 2020. The RSC was a wide-ranging discussion on astrophysics, spirituality, creativity and humanity. Astrophysicist Adam Frank is a leading expert on the final stages of evolution for stars like the sun, and his computational research group at the University of Rochester has developed advanced supercomputer tools for studying how stars form and how they die. A self-described “evangelist of science,” he is also committed to showing others the beauty and power of science, and exploring the proper context of science in culture. Learn more about Adam here: https://www.adamfrankscience.com/about --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

ANNETTA MARION is a Primetime Emmy-nominated director and showrunner known for her work on Oprah's Master Class Series and NBC's Making It with Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman. She has worked on major shows for Netflix, ESPN, OWN, MTV, VH1, Apple+, and Investigation Discovery. Annetta's work has won multiple awards, including NAACP Image Awards, Gracie Awards, and NAMIC Vision Awards. She currently serves on the DGA's National Board as an Alternate, the Eastern Directors Council, and is a co-chair of the Focus on Women Committee. Annetta is originally from North Huntingdon township in western Pennsylvania and has credits on over 80 hours of television. Her latest film, which she produced is STILL: A MICHAEL J. FOX movie that had it's world premiere at Sundance on January 20, 2023. Learn more about Annetta here: http://www.annettamarion.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

On this first edition of a series of RSCs with Doug Fearn and Dennis, we discuss how we met as raving fans of Corrie Lynn Green. Doug is her producer and I am one of the media folk who are honored to feature her. https://corrielynngreenmusic.com/home Here is where you can watch and listen to "Arrangement" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mROT3VIDb68 Doug Fearn has made his living from professional audio since 1966. His first exposure to professional recording equipment was at his high school FM station, where he recorded school events and his friends' bands. He was a recording studio owner in the Philadelphia area for many years before starting the current pro audio equipment manufacturing company, D.W. Fearn, in 1993. He has designed all the products, including microphone preamplifiers, equalizers, and compressors. D.W. Fearn products are used in recording studios around the world. He still does several recording sessions a month, either at his studio or at other studios. Here is Doug's website for his products, podcast and contact information: www.dwfearn.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

In this episode of RSCLI edition, I have a conversation with Kelly Buckley -- podcast host, entrepreneur. and coach whose mission is to grow her community globally of women who want to learn more about beauty inside and out, building their confidence. Connect with her podcast and learn more about Kelly here: https://beautifullyconfidentpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support

On this first edition of a series of RSCs with Doug Fearn and Dennis, we discuss how we met as raving fans of Corrie Lynn Green. Doug is her producer and I am one of the media folk who are honored to feature her. https://corrielynngreenmusic.com/home Here is where you can watch and listen to "Arrangement" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mROT3VIDb68 Doug Fearn has made his living from professional audio since 1966. His first exposure to professional recording equipment was at his high school FM station, where he recorded school events and his friends' bands. He was a recording studio owner in the Philadelphia area for many years before starting the current pro audio equipment manufacturing company, D.W. Fearn, in 1993. He has designed all the products, including microphone preamplifiers, equalizers, and compressors. D.W. Fearn products are used in recording studios around the world. He still does several recording sessions a month, either at his studio or at other studios. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

JULIE CAVALIERE is an award-winning writer, director, producer, and actor based in New York. She began her career working for the legendary Scott Rudin and quickly accelerated her experience in the industry as a producer. She worked with top executive producer Morris S. Levy's M.E.G.A. Films on such hits as Influenza with Nicola Peltz, Grant Gustin, Gregg Sulkin, and the award-winning Cop Show starring Colin Quinn. She recently launched her production banner - Very Cavaliere Productions, which strives to tell stories centered around the human experience from unique, often overlooked points of view. She was featured in Inc. Magazine - ‘3 Tips for How to Be Your Own Best Boss.' In partnership with Meta Quest, Julie has co-created an anthology series titled Reimagined In VR, which premiered at the prestigious Venice Film Festival in 2022. [Read Guardian Article]. She is the writer and director of the premiere Volume Nyssa, set to be released on Meta in early 2023. As a filmmaker, she wrote, produced, and starred in the short film Puppet Me. Austin Film Festival named Julie as one of their Screenwriters to Watch in 2022 and nominated for Best Short at several festivals. Her acting credits include Person of Interest with Taraji P. Henson, Blindspot starring Jaimie Alexander, Lost Girls: Angie's Story directed by Julia Verdin, and FBI: Most Wanted series on CBS. She recently wrote and performed a sketch featured on Elizabeth Banks' WhoHaha's, hitting over 55,000 views on YouTube! Website: www.juliecavaliere.com IG: @VeryCavaliere IG: @JulieBCavaliere --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Here is part 2 of my RSC with writer, tech historian and futurist Benj Edwards from his home in North Carolina, USA Benj's interests in science and the arts inspire his written works on the past, present, and future of technology. As a collector and student of vintage computers and video games for over 25 years, he brings a deep sense of tech history to publications such as The Atlantic, Fast Company, PCWorld, Macworld, Edge, and PCMag. During his time as a journalist, Edwards has broken stories about the importance of software preservation, early video game history, the first computer art, minority and female tech pioneers, and online service archeology. His deep interviews and features have introduced tech icons like Jerry Lawson, Carol Shaw, Ralph Baer, and Ed Smith to a new generation of readers on the web and have been cited in numerous books and referenced in museums worldwide. Learn more about Benj at benjedwards.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Here is part 1 of my RSC with writer, tech historian and futurist Benj Edwards from his home in North Carolina, USA Benjs' interests in science and the arts inspire his written works on the past, present, and future of technology. As a collector and student of vintage computers and video games for over 25 years, he brings a deep sense of tech history to publications such as The Atlantic, Fast Company, PCWorld, Macworld, Edge, and PCMag. During his time as a journalist, Edwards has broken stories about the importance of software preservation, early video game history, the first computer art, minority and female tech pioneers, and online service archeology. His deep interviews and features have introduced tech icons like Jerry Lawson, Carol Shaw, Ralph Baer, and Ed Smith to a new generation of readers on the web and have been cited in numerous books and referenced in museums worldwide. Learn more about Benj at benjedwards.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Sarah Cogan is a renowned costume designer & visual producer who is a chamption of independent filmmakers. Her passion is crafting cinematic cohesion by aligning script and visual design. Sarah skillfully integrates the filmmakers vision across production design and art direction, costume design and wardrobe, makeup and hair and lighting design. Her most recent project, the film 18 1/2 has been submitted to the Academy Awards for Oscar consideration and has been hailed by the critics especially for the costume design. Want to know more about Sarah and her artistic journey? Enjoy this episode of RSC with this bright light in the entertainment industry. Learn more about Sarah at sarahcogan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Jennifer Arthurton is the creator, and founder of Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a community and podcast (of the same name) designed to inspire and support midlife women in chasing their dreams and creating their kick-ass next chapter. In addition, Jennifer is an empowerment coach, podcast host, writer, and speaker. Having made her midlife course corrections, she is a passionate advocate of the inherent power and knowledge that women possess at a time when they often feel overlooked and doubt themselves most. To connect with all thingsJennifer: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldchicksknowshit/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1927174787572948/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oldchicksknowshit Website: www.oldchicksknowshit.com Jennifer's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/old-chicks-know-sh-t-podcast/id1461186926 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Noémi Beres is the Co-Owner of the Podcast Connections podcast booking agency. She helps entrepreneurs and business owners share their knowledge and connect them to quality podcast shows. In addition, Noemi is dedicated to helping experts grow their businesses with interviews. Noémi started to work in the online marketing field back in 2007. She has a Master's Degree in Danish Literature and Language; she is a linguist, content creator, and “master organizer.” Website: https://www.podcastconnections.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noemiberes/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Money makes the world go around and also can make us crazy. Kim Curtis help me to get some sanity around this important issue. Here is Kim's website: www.wealthlegacyinstitute.com Kim is a nationally recognized wealth management advisor and speaker. As President and CEO of Wealth Legacy Institute, her groundbreaking work in developing a highly personal client-centric planning model was recognized in the Journal of Practical Estate Planning, winning the Editor's Choice award. This model is the cornerstone of her firm's holistic and highly successful approach to integrated wealth management, The Planning for LIFE Experience™. Kim has attained numerous professional designations and has been recognized by the financial planning industry as having achieved the highest level of competence and expertise. Kim is a bestselling author of Money Secrets: Keys to Smart Investing and Retirement Secrets, published by Financial Literacy Press. Kim has spoken on leadership, negotiations, and finance to organizations such as West Point, Oracle, EPA, University of Colorado Hospital, Comcast, Level 3, Century Link, OtterBox, Johnson & Johnson, and AAUW, amongst others. She has been profiled on NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, CW, and the Wall Street Journal. During her free time, you can find her sailing, skiing, or golfing in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, or her favorite guilty pleasure, reading People Magazine. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

On this episode of RSC, my guest, Rick Pagano, and I converse about his latest feature film that he wrote and directed, "Ten Tricks", and which has been getting critical acclaim all over the world. Ten Tricks will be available to stream on all digital platforms and streaming exclusively on Fandor on September 27, 2022.  TEN TRICKS follows a glamorous madam, Grace (Lea Thompson), who has spent years being surrounded by men. When she decides she wants to start a family, she realizes the list of potential prospects is shockingly thin. Thankfully, a chance encounter with a neighbor proves there might just be magic in the air. The film was directed by Emmy Nominee Richard Pagano and also stars Raymond Cruz (Breaking Bad), Sam Hennings (The Aviator), and Damien Leake (Apocalypse Now). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Here is part 2 of my RSC with Ron Dillard as we continue to learn about one another and our art. About Ron: Rod Dillard, Jr. is a director, producer, writer and actor. In 2008, he founded Ronald Dillard Jr Entertainment, LLC, with the vision to create thought provoking entertainment by writing, producing, directing, and co-starring in the first theatrical production, I Deserve Better, followed by A Player's Last Play. In 2013, he released his first feature film, A New Mentality then wrote and produced three more award-winning festival films along with Shirod Greene; Unbrotherly Love, The Color In Your Eyes, and A Monster. Impacted by the brutal killings of Black men in America. In 2020, Ron responded by writing, co-directing, producing, and starring in the multiple award-winning film feature that depicts a police interrogation that unexpectedly slips the boot on the other foot. When We Prey On Them has been selected in over 70 festivals and has won 13 awards including- Best Short Film, Critics Choice Award, and Best Actor. His next adventure is expanding into the series landscape as a showrunner, creating three television shows—two one-hour dramas Serial, Money, Power and Respect, and one half-hour dramedy- Marc Blue. Currently under his RDJ Entertainment banner is: He has Co-produced Shirod Greene's upcoming film For Colored's Only; the feature film Unbrotherly Love is slated for release 2022; a supernatural thriller, AFAR will be directed and starring Ronald in the fall of 2023; in development are feature films, Decisions, and MFK. Additionally, Ronald gives back to his community by mentoring up-and-coming filmmakers in a variety of different aspects of filmmaking. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Rod Dillard, Jr. is a director, producer, writer and actor. In 2008, he founded Ronald Dillard Jr Entertainment, LLC, with the vision to create thought provoking entertainment by writing, producing, directing, and co-starring in the first theatrical production, I Deserve Better, followed by A Player's Last Play. In 2013, he released his first feature film, A New Mentality then wrote and produced three more award-winning festival films along with Shirod Greene; Unbrotherly Love, The Color In Your Eyes, and A Monster. Impacted by the brutal killings of Black men in America, in 2020 Ron responded by writing, co-directing, producing, and starring in the multiple award-winning film feature that depicts a police interrogation that unexpectedly slips the boot on the other foot. When We Prey On Them has been selected in over 70 festivals and has won 13 awards including- Best Short Film, Critics Choice Award, and Best Actor. His next adventure is expanding into the series landscape as a showrunner, creating three television shows—two one-hour dramas Serial, Money, Power and Respect, and one half-hour dramedy- Marc Blue. Currently under his RDJ Entertainment banner is: He has Co-produced Shirod Greene's upcoming film For Colored's Only; the feature film Unbrotherly Love is slated for release 2022; a supernatural thriller, AFAR will be directed and starring Ronald in the fall of 2023; in development are feature films, Decisions, and MFK. Additionally, Ronald gives back to his community by mentoring up-and-coming filmmakers in a variety of different aspects of filmmaking. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Aprill Brandon is a freelance writer and feral mother living in Boston with her brood of redheads and very patient husband. She has two drawers in her fridge devoted to cheese and is now grown up enough to like fancy beer. www.aprillbrandon.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Jordan Colburn, entrepreneur and businessman, has written his first book and it is so relevant to anyone who wants the basics of raising capital. I learned so much in reading the this book and am applying the lessons! Here is a link to his book: https://tinyurl.com/huhpm49v Change the Way You Think About Raising Capital can make the difference between a YES or a NO when presenting your project to investors. Potential investors see many proposals every day. So, what are the keys to getting them to listen to you and choose your deal? This easy-to-read book reveals the compelling, time-tested method that will help you develop the right attitude to raise money. Inside, you'll learn how this proven system will help you step up your game and set yourself apart from the crowd of money seekers. No matter if you need to raise a little or a lot of money for a home-based, start-up, or ongoing business, these same principles apply. You'll also find lots of helpful tips and 10+ suggestions on where to look for funds. About Jordan: Throughout his long well-rounded business career, Jordan Colburn has served many prominent businesses and enterprises as an entrepreneur. He founded a successful mortgage company in Beverly Hills, CA, specializing in construction financing. With this access to money, people came looking to raise capital for their projects and situations, which required a constant variety of evaluations, assessments, and preparation for placement. Jordan is a graduate of the University of Southern California. As he likes to say, “I've been through two schools in my life: the School of Commerce at USC and the College of Hard Knocks.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Bob Woodman's career in radio spanned the time of such change in the United States and the world. After a stint in the U.S. Navy as a public relations officer for the Blue Angels, Bob returned to radio in Texas in Austin, Texas, as Austin was beginning to fly its Weird flag. He moved to Victoria, Texas and was general manager of KVIC, an AM radio station that grew into a media group where his empowering management style nurtured creative spirits on the air and profitability off the air. Bob has returned home to Tuscaloosa, Alabama where he works with NPR-affiliated Alabama Public Radio, a statewide pubic radio network headquartered at the University of Alabama and mentors the next generation of aspiring media professionals. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

On May 18, 2022, my friend Frank Butterfield and I had another Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. About Frank: Frank W. Butterfield is the Amazon best-selling author of 90 (and counting) self-published novels, novellas, and short stories. Born and raised in Lubbock, Texas, he has traveled all over the US and Canada and now makes his home in Daytona Beach, Florida. His first attempt at writing at the age of nine with a ball-point pen and a notepad was a failure. Forty years later, he tried again and hasn't stopped since. https://www.frankwbutterfield.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

SASSY MOHEN DIRECTOR| WRITER|PRODUCER - Sas·sy /ˈsasē/ adjective: lively, bold, full of spirit; a little bit cheeky. Sassy Mohen's innovative and bold, confident style has emerged as a pioneer in the genre of female-driven comedy. She has written, directed, produced, and edited multiple award-winning films, TV Pilots, Music Videos, Commercials, Specs, and Web series. Her latest comedy satire on real-world events, FEAR ACTUALLY was released to rave reviews and won three BEST FEMALE DIRECTOR AWARDS. She is completing post-production on her newest lively and a little bit cheeky venture, the digital series- HOW TO HACK BIRTH CONTROL, shining a light on how to navigate and take charge in today's contraception universe, due to be released this fall 2021. And so much more. To learn about what Sassy is doing now: https://www.sassymohen.com https://youtube.com/user/SassyMohen --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Isabel Echeverry is the founder Kontakto Talent Management and Entertainment Company. Now she is established as the market leader in Latinx Entertainment with an impressive roster composed of award-winning directors, actors, and powerhouse production companies. As a big believer in the concept of giving back and 'paying it forward,' her ability to navigate the Hispanic and global market has proved invaluable to all her clientele. Here is her website: https://www.kontaktoreps.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

GIFT ALERT: To purchase one of David's incredible puppets and art, go here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AllHandsProductions For more than 20 years, David Stephens has been delighting family audiences with his humorous interpretations of classic fairy tales. Working exclusively as a solo puppeteer, he has traveled extensively throughout the United States. As well as his accomplishments as a puppeteer, he has enjoyed a 20 year career as a banjo player and songwriter. David has produced 7 CDs of original music and plays in local Atlanta venues, and with other bluegrass and old-time bands. Several of his puppet shows incorporate his talents as a songwriter and musician. David's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllHandsProductions --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

In early December 2021, Dennis had an RSC with iconic Hollywood singer/songwriter/actor/music historian Billy Vera Billy has been a singer and songwriter since the 1960s, his most successful record being "At This Moment", a US # 1 hit in 1987. He continues to perform with his group Billy Vera & The Beaters, and won a Grammy Award in 2013. Here is Billy's website: www.billyvera.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Guitar player and song writer dedicated to making music for people going through a rough time. Also dedicated to showing off NE Ohio in all its natural beauty. If you've got some wine? All the better! Jay's YouTube Channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCDeNgQJaD1gT9MQOap7cv9Q --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Hal Linden starred in and as Barney Miller on ABC from 1975-1981. Hal and Dennis Tardan talk about Hal's experience over the course of the 170 episodes from initial casting by creator, writer and show runner Danny Arnold and why Barney Miller remains so relevant today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

The brilliant and deeeelightful Bonnie Neel and I have another RSC talking about the booming housing market in 2021, mortgages, credit scores, we show one of her delightful and educating YouTube videos and her new podcast, Drinking with My Ex, which is soon to be released. What a joy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Singer, songwriter Amber Crowley is based in Naples, Florida with salty Cape Cod roots. Her music reveals human spirit and emotion, with a feel-good beach vibe that appeals to all ages. Amber has performed professionally for over 40 years, with multiple CDs and EPs. An emergency room physician, Amber has shared her music for many years with patients and staff at Hope Hospice, American Cancer Society and many other nonprofit events. Amber's website: ambercrowleymusic.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Travis Lohmann is a composer for film/media. His work has been showcased at various film festivals such as the LA 48 Hour Film Festival, The United GI Film Festival, The Dam Short Film Festival, and the Laughlin International Film Festival. Travis's music can be heard on NBC Sports, Discovery, Oxygen, Lifetime, and Bravo. In 2015, Travis had the opportunity to perform with Circus Couture in their charity event "Twelve". In 2017, he composed the music for "Blue" and "Green" Acts in their show "PRYSM". Here is Travis' website: travislohmannmusic.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Janel Sarlls is an award-winning, classically-trained fine artist living in the small, South Texas town of Victoria. After years of writing for various magazines, Janel realized she had something valuable to share with the world and turned to writing full time, focusing on children's books. Manuel Zamora is a writer, artist, and illustrator living in Victoria, Texas. His approach and output are constantly evolving as he hones his personal style. Manuel approaches each project with complete enthusiasm and total dedication, especially when he is collaborating with his partner, Janel Sarlls, on their books. Go to their website, enjoy and buy some books for children of all ages: www.janellybean.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Domo Hardaway describes himself as a Christian, first, and then an economist, Democrat, and a DJ. He is working alongside the tireless Beto O'Rourke with Powered By People to turn Texas Blue and save our democracy. Domo's interests include all things Texas, electoral politics, economics, comic books, and hip hop. Here is a link to learn more: www.poweredxpeople.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Dannel and David Arnold are the sons of Hollywood and television icon Danny Arnold who was the creator/producer/writer/show runner of Barney Miller and produced Bewitched, That Girl and so many other properties. https://youtu.be/0dtYqi8fC7A is the link to the Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation I did with Danny in 1997 on my public access TV show called "Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation". Dannel and David talk that interview with their father and about growing up in Hollywood and their lives afterward. Such fun! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

I had a wonderful RSC with Corrie Lynn Green on May 20, 2021. What a delightful, joyful session with a rising star and influencer in the music industry! Plus, she is a delightful, insightful, and gracious human being. Corrie Lynn Green brings her own unique brand of story telling to long forgotten Appalachian Mountain Music. With her original lyrics and and twist on banjo playing style, Corrie digs deep and brings something new to something old. See about Corrie Lynn here! https://linktr.ee/CorrieLynnGreen --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Coming out of Covid in May of 2021, the housing market in Austin (and in the US) is booming. What do we do? What should we not do? What are the pitfalls and the opportunities. Well, the brilliant Bonnie Neel is my go-to resource. Enjoy! Contact Bonnie: Bonnie.Neel@StraightTalkMortgage.com Bonnie Neel has worked in industries ranging from international oil and gas, supermarkets, publishing, finance, charitable giving and private global intelligence before becoming a mortgage loan officer dedicated to helping first time homebuyers understand the mortgage process without ruining their lives. With a degree in international politics, minor in economics from New York University and a Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Queens University, she worked as an assistant editor for financial titles in NYC when the towers fell, as a proprietary equities trader during the 2008-2009 financial crisis and an intelligence briefer during the Arab Spring and Fukushima (and a hack by Anonymous). When not helping buyers navigate modern lending practices, she writes fantasy novels, collaborates with installation artists, and records short videos designed to educate and entertain people about how banks and money work. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Kim Ware is a singer-songwriter, drummer, podcaster, writer, lover of improv, MA in counseling student, wife, daughter, niece, aunt, friend, and cat mom. Among other things. Now based in the small town of Kings Mountain, NC, Kim discovered her love of expressing herself through song in 2006, while living in the booming metropolis of Atlanta, GA. She writes and performs under the name the Good Graces, and has toured up and down the east coast, down to Texas, over to California, and performed at such festivals as 30A, NXNE, and LEAF, where she was a finalist in the 2019 NewSong singer-songwriter competition. In 2015, Kim's song "Cold in California" caught the attention of the Indigo Girls, and the band was invited by the renowned duo to support some Midwest and Southeast shows during their summer tour. Shortly thereafter, Kim began work on tGG's 4th full-length album, "Set Your Sights," which received accolades from the likes of No Depression and Noisey. The follow-up LP, "Prose and Consciousness," was released on October 11, 2019. You can learn more about the Good Graces at www.thegoodgraces.org, and visit Kim's podcast, “Quarantuned With the Good Graces,” at anchor.fm/kim-ware --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Kim Ware is a singer-songwriter, drummer, podcaster, writer, lover of improv, MA in counseling student, wife, daughter, niece, aunt, friend, and cat mom. Among other things. Now based in the small town of Kings Mountain, NC, Kim discovered her love of expressing herself through song in 2006, while living in the booming metropolis of Atlanta, GA. She writes and performs under the name the Good Graces, and has toured up and down the east coast, down to Texas, over to California, and performed at such festivals as 30A, NXNE, and LEAF, where she was a finalist in the 2019 NewSong singer-songwriter competition. In 2015, Kim's song "Cold in California" caught the attention of the Indigo Girls, and the band was invited by the renowned duo to support some Midwest and Southeast shows during their summer tour. Shortly thereafter, Kim began work on tGG's 4th full-length album, "Set Your Sights," which received accolades from the likes of No Depression and Noisey. The follow-up LP, "Prose and Consciousness," was released on October 11, 2019. You can learn more about the Good Graces at www.thegoodgraces.org, and visit Kim's podcast, “Quarantuned With the Good Graces,” at anchor.fm/kim-ware --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

On Saturday, January 23, 2021, protests broke out all over Russia in response to the arrest of dissident Aleksei Navalny upon his return to his home country to continue his resistance to the regime of Vladimir Putin. A self-described “average Russian citizen” decided to attend the protest and was plucked out of a peaceful crowd and arrested. This, in his own words, is his story on that day. Translation courtesy of Rachel Campbell. Edited by Clay Boykin. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support

Constantine Nasr and I had a conversation in late Dec 2020 upon the release the 80th Anniversary of Bugs Bunny in a Limited Edition Boxed Set of 60 re-mastered shorts starring Bugs. Constantine produced a documentary that is included in Boxed Set with interviews with many of the animation masters who worked in the Warner Brothers Loony Tunes studio, including Mel Blanc, the voice of Bugs Bunny. A clip from an interview I did with Mel in 1979 is included in Constantine's documentary! To purchase the Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Limited Edition Blu-Ray Box Set from Amazon, click here: tinyurl.com/3zno8vhd Or merely put "Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Limited Edition Blu-Ray Box Set" in the Amazon search. You will be delighted you did! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-tardan/support