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I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!For years, crowdfunding advocates have championed the idea that everyday investors should have access to the same wealth-building opportunities as venture capitalists. Despite regulatory progress, investment crowdfunding has yet to reach its full potential. A newly proposed tax credit aims to change that, incentivizing millions more to participate in funding small businesses while boosting local economies.Brian Christie, co-chair of the Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA), and Levi Brackman, CEO of Invown, joined me on Superpowers for Good to discuss this groundbreaking proposal. The initiative, led by a broad coalition of industry players, seeks to provide a tax credit for investors who fund businesses under Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF)."The way this tax credit works is that you get half of the dollars that you've invested as a credit—up to a $1,000 cap," Brian explained. "So if you invest $2,000 in one or multiple companies in a given year, you get a $1,000 tax credit when you file your taxes."The potential impact is staggering. Although crowdfunding has already enabled millions of Americans to invest in startups and small businesses, the vast majority of the population remains unaware of the opportunity. Brian sees this tax credit as a pivotal mechanism for awareness and engagement. "If all of a sudden it shows up on your annual tax filings, a lot of people will learn about it very quickly."Levi, an outspoken supporter of the initiative, believes it could dramatically shift the financial landscape for small businesses. "Capital formation is really difficult," he noted. "In the old days, you had a local bank manager who knew you and could vouch for you. That's gone. Crowdfunding fills that gap, but we've barely scratched the surface. This tax credit could help scale it massively."Levi envisions a future where tens of millions of Americans actively invest in small businesses. "Imagine if 50 million people each invested just $500 a year. The amount of capital flowing into the economy would be enormous, creating jobs and strengthening communities."Keep reading below. Learn more at ccajp.us.tl;dr:* A new tax credit proposal could dramatically boost Regulation Crowdfunding by incentivizing millions of investors.* Brian Christie explains how the tax credit offers a 50% refund on investments up to $2,000 annually.* Levi Brackman highlights crowdfunding's potential to fill small business funding gaps in a post-local bank era.* The initiative could channel billions into small businesses, creating jobs and strengthening communities nationwide.* Advocates urge action by joining the coalition, contacting legislators, and spreading awareness to drive policy change.Beyond sheer economic growth, the proposal aligns with how the government has historically incentivized positive behaviors. "The U.S. incentivizes things like home ownership, charitable giving, and child-rearing through the tax code," Levi pointed out. "Why shouldn't investing in small businesses—arguably the backbone of the economy—be encouraged the same way?"Opponents of tax credits often raise concerns about costs or who benefits most, but Brian argues that this particular incentive pays for itself. "Our preliminary analysis, along with industry data, suggests that every dollar invested in small businesses has a sixfold ripple effect in the economy. Over ten years, the net impact on the Treasury could be an $80 billion surplus."The coalition behind this initiative isn't limited to crowdfunding platforms like Invown, StartEngine, Republic, and Small Change. It also includes investors, accountants, attorneys, and small business owners who recognize the broader benefits of democratized capital access.For those eager to support the effort, joining the coalition is free and simple. Brian emphasized that beyond signing up, individuals can make an impact by calling their legislators, sharing the initiative on social media, and writing letters to the editor. "We even provide templates to make outreach easier," he said.Levi added that persistence is key. "I've been cold-calling congressional offices, and it's amazing how quickly you can reach someone influential just by making the effort. If this matters to you, just pick up the phone and start the conversation."The proposal is strategically timed, given that key tax policies from the 2017 tax bill are set to expire. Advocates hope to see the crowdfunding tax credit included in the next major tax package or passed as a standalone bill.For those ready to take action, the coalition's website, ccajp.us/join, offers resources to get involved. This is a grassroots movement, and every voice counts.If successful, this initiative could change the game for small business investing, making crowdfunding more accessible, impactful, and widespread than ever before. Let's do some good.Guest ProfilesBrian Christie (he/him):CEO and Chief Innovation Officer, Brainsy, Inc., Co-Chair of the Board of Directors, Crowdfunding Professional Association, and Advisor, Crowdfund Holdings Innovators (CHI), Brainsy, Inc., Crowdfund Holdings Innovators (CHI), Crowdfunding Professional AssociationAbout Brainsy, Inc., Crowdfund Holdings Innovators (CHI), Crowdfunding Professional Association: Brainsy offers patented Software as a Service (SaaS) to power web3 media networks for communities and enterprises. Brainsy is backed by successful entrepreneurs-turned-Angels and is a portfolio company of TomorrowVentures, the personal investment arm of Alphabet (formerly Google) Chairman, Eric Schmidt.Websites: brainsy.com cfpa.org crowdfund.holdingsX/Twitter Handle: @brainsyincBiographical Information: Brian Christie is the CEO of Brainsy, Inc., a pioneering SaaS company offering the first AI-powered white-label social media platform that rewards user engagement. He envisions a future where thousands of micro-networks empower communities through custom incentive systems. Brian also serves as an Advisor at CHI (Crowdfund Holdings Innovators), supporting issuers in regulated investment crowdfunding, and was the 2024 President of the Crowdfunding Professional Association. Passionate about innovation and economic equity, he champions technologies and policies that serve the public interest. Brian holds a B.A. in Political Science from Miami University and an MBA from Georgetown University.Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/bpchristie/Levi Brackman (he/him):CEO & Founder, InvownAbout Invown: Raise an unlimited amount of capital for your next project with best-in-class legal and financial technology that you can rely on.Website: invown.com/X/Twitter Handle: @invown1Company Facebook Page: fb.com/Invown/Biographical Information: Levi Brackman is an entrepreneur, executive, and data science leader with deep expertise in AI, machine learning, and big data analytics. As the CEO & Founder of Invown and Managing Partner at Raleib Capital, he is reshaping crowdfunding and investment strategies. Previously, he led AI-driven innovation at major firms like Booking Holdings, BP, and Travelport. An author and thought leader, Levi has written Jewish Wisdom for Business Success and Fostering Purpose. He holds a Ph.D. from Australian Catholic University, a Master's from UCL, and a business certification from Yale School of Management.X/Twitter Handle: @LeviBrackmanLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/levibrackman/Support Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, NC3 Changing the Paradigm, Imotobank Dealership and SuperCrowdLA. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Superpowers for Good Live Pitch – Where Innovation Meets Impact! Join us on March 12, 2025, for the Q1-25 live pitch event, streaming on e360tv, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Watch impact-driven startups pitch their bold ideas, connect with investors, and drive positive change. Don't miss this chance to witness innovation in action!* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on March 18, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, March 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe will be leading a session on "How to Build a VC-Style Impact Crowdfunding Portfolio." He'll share expert insights on diversifying investments, identifying high-potential impact ventures, and leveraging crowdfunding for both financial and social returns. Whether you're an experienced investor or just getting started, this is a must-attend! Don't miss it!* SuperCrowdLA: we're going to be live in Santa Monica, California, May 1-3. Plan to join us for a major, in-person event focused on scaling impact. Sponsored by Digital Niche Agency, ProActive Real Estate and others. This will be a can't-miss event. Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Community Event Calendar* Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events* Kingscrowd Meet UP in San Francisco, CA - February 27th (today) at 5:30 PM PT* Igniting Community Capital to Build Outdoor Recreation Communities, Crowdfund Better, Thursdays, March 20 & 27, April 3 & 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.* NC3 Changing the Paradigm: Mobilizing Community Investment Funds, March 7, 2025* Asheville Neighborhood Economics, April 1-2, 2-25.* Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Call for community action:* Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefitting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. Learn more here.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 9,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

Strongly agreeing on a sense of humor being a key to life, Rob and Henry kick around some recent social media stories and talk about Rob's upcoming shows and workshops. Edit at 42 Minutes to discuss Rob's Facebook post supporting the Grammys and all the hate mail he got.Official Feb 14 Press Release belowFor immediate releaseJazz Star Rob Mullins returns to Colorado for concert and workshop March 1, 2025Los Angeles, CA February 13, 2025Rob Mullins Entertainment333 Washington BlvdMDR CA 90292Grammy nominated pianist and composer Rob Mullins will return to Colorado for a special concert and workshop at Muse Performance Space in Lafayette.Mullins-a graduate of Lincoln High (Denver Public Schools) will host an interactive music marketing workshop at 3:30 pm followed by a concert at 7 pm."Im very excited to share my keys to success for musicians which I've learned over 40 years in the music business" said Rob today from his recording studio."In 2024, I did 11 concerts and sold out every show. I'll be explaining how I did it with practical examples and stories-and taking questions for 90 minutes.I'm calling it 40 years in 90 minutes-what you need to know" he added.Mullins left Colorado to study music in New York City in 1980 and was advised by his teacher to leave college at UNC Greeley and begin recording his songs.He has now done 42 albums under his own name (mostly in jazz) and became a Grammy Nominated artist for his "Soulscape" album which went Top 10 on the Billboard charts. He followed that with "5th Gear" (1988) "Jazz Jazz (1989) and "Tokyo Nights" (1990) all of which reached the Billboard Top 20 on the Jazz Chart."The MUSE is a great space where I did a show last summer with Colorado local artists and I really fell in love with the place. Pete Lewis and Claire Church are fantastic supporters of live music and are a bright spot in the arts community" Rob added. "They have a great grand piano and are all about the music.I just heard the the City of Lafayette gave them a grant for the Monday night jam session which is fantastic! I'm a big supporter of Muse Performance Space" Rob added.Following the workshop, the Rob Mullins Neu Quartet will take the stage to present selections from Rob's vast discography of compositions. He will be joined by Taylor Clay-tenor sax, BK Kahn-drums, and Seth Lewis-bass.Currently Rob is on tour promoting his latest album "Best of the Trio" which is a collection of his works with great musicians that can be heard in Colorado on KUVO radio. "I'm lucky to have grown with KUVO over the years and even as I've been mostly on tour with flautist Hubert Laws these past years, I'm always happy to come to Colorado to check out KUVO, Dazzle, all the amazing expansion of jazz and live music that Colorado has become" he said. "My shows have become mini high school class reunions for the DPS and it is always great to see the kids and grandkids of my classmates at my shows....I love it!"Advance tickets are for sale via KUVO events calendar:https://www.kuvo.org/events/rob-mullins-neu-quartethttps://www.kuvo.org/events/rob-mullins-musicans-promotion-workshopand at the MUSE event calendarhttps://www.venuepilot.co/events/127078/orders/newSCHEDULE:3:30 pm  Rob Mullins Marketing Workshop6:30 pm  Doors open7-8:30 pm Rob Mullins Neu Quartet ConcertFor video episodes and more visit Rob's channel at https://youtube.com/planetmullins

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Devin: What is your superpower?Craig: I think my superpower is empathic awareness and the ability to kind of perceive what others are thinking.Investing has long been a game reserved for the elite, but Craig Jonas is working to change that. As the founder and CEO of CoPeace Capital, he's on a mission to use investing as a force for good, ensuring that more people—especially those historically excluded from wealth-building opportunities—can participate in equity investing.“Many communities have not had the access to growing their wealth through equity investing,” Craig explained. “And the crowdfunding platforms allow that to happen.”CoPeace, a Certified B Corporation and Public Benefit Corporation, has been actively raising capital from the crowd, successfully leveraging Regulation Crowdfunding to fuel its impact-driven investments. By embracing this approach, CoPeace is not only funding its own growth but also identifying promising companies that align with its mission. The company has already invested in businesses focused on sustainable infrastructure and social impact, proving that financial returns and positive change can coexist.Craig emphasized that success in impact crowdfunding isn't automatic—it requires effort, strategy, and community engagement. “The number one learning is that it's not magic. It takes work to develop the crowd that might want to invest in what you're doing.”A common misconception about impact investing is that it requires sacrificing returns. Craig challenges that notion, pointing out that market-based returns are not only possible but often stronger when companies prioritize sustainability and long-term value creation. “Not only are we seeing kind of market-based returns, but the data is showing that it is a good business decision to care about the future of our world,” he said.With plans to launch a larger fund, CoPeace Capital is expanding its ability to invest in high-impact businesses while continuing to make equity investing more accessible. Craig's leadership in this space demonstrates that with the right approach, anyone can leverage capital to drive meaningful change.For those looking to align their investments with their values, CoPeace offers a compelling example of how financial success and social impact can go hand in hand.tl;dr:* Craig Jonas, CEO of CoPeace Capital, discusses using impact investing to democratize access to wealth-building opportunities.* He shares insights from CoPeace's successful Regulation Crowdfunding campaign and how it supports mission-aligned businesses.* Craig challenges the misconception that impact investing requires sacrificing financial returns, highlighting data that supports market-based gains.* He explains his superpower, empathic awareness, and how it shapes his leadership and investment strategies.* Craig offers practical advice for developing empathic awareness, emphasizing active listening, reflection, and immersing oneself in diverse environments.How to Develop Empathic Awareness As a SuperpowerCraig's superpower is empathic awareness—the ability to perceive and deeply understand the emotions and perspectives of others.Craig describes this skill as an essential part of navigating the impact investing space. "I think my superpower is empathic awareness and the ability to kind of perceive what others are thinking," he shared. By listening intently to stakeholders, investors, and the communities CoPeace serves, Craig ensures that their needs and concerns shape the company's mission and strategy.One powerful example of Craig's empathic awareness took place during his time as a basketball coach in post-apartheid South Africa. Selected as the first American coach to work in the townships, he recalls sensing the fear and hesitation in the eyes of young players as he entered their community. By being present, acknowledging their lived experiences, and creating a space of mutual trust, he fostered a meaningful connection that made the basketball clinic not only a success but also a transformational moment for everyone involved.Craig believes that developing empathic awareness requires intentional effort. His tips include:* Pause and Reflect: Before reacting, take an extra moment to consider the perspectives of others.* Engage in New Environments: Step outside your comfort zone by immersing yourself in different cultures and communities.* Observe Role Models: Identify and learn from individuals who demonstrate deep empathy in their interactions.* Listen Actively: Focus on understanding rather than responding—allow people to share their experiences fully.By following Craig's example and advice, you can make empathic awareness a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileCraig Jonas (he/him):CEO, CoPeace CapitalAbout CoPeace Capital: Our mission is to drive measurable and sustainable impact on our world and the people who live in it by funding and fostering growth-stage ventures in Healthcare and Sport: Investing as a force for good.Website: copeace.comX/Twitter Handle: @CoPeaceLinkTree: linktr.ee/CoPeaceOther URL: invest.svx.us/offering/copcop2/Biographical Information: Craig Jonas is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of leadership experience across business, academics, and athletics. As the founder of CoPeace, he built a mission-driven holding company focused on sustainable investments and democratizing access to equity. Previously, he served as COO of Basketball Travelers and BTI Events, managing global sports events, and held leadership roles at Sportvision and Coach's Edge. Craig holds a doctorate in conflict management from the University of Kansas and has been featured in Forbes, Worth, and Triple Pundit. He lives in Colorado with his wife, Seanna, and their dog, Fergus.BluSky Handle: @jonascopeace.bsky.socialPersonal Facebook Profile: fb.com/craig.jonas.77Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/craigjonas/Instagram Handle: @CoPeacePBCSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, Imotobank Dealership, Crowdfunding Made Simple and SuperCrowdLA. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Superpowers for Good Live Pitch – Where Innovation Meets Impact! Join us on March 12, 2025, for the Q1-25 live pitch event, streaming on e360tv, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Watch impact-driven startups pitch their bold ideas, connect with investors, and drive positive change. Don't miss this chance to witness innovation in action!* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on March 18, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, March 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe will be leading a session on "How to Build a VC-Style Impact Crowdfunding Portfolio," sharing expert insights on diversifying investments, identifying high-potential impact ventures, and leveraging crowdfunding for both financial and social returns. Whether you're an experienced investor or just getting started, this is a must-attend! Don't miss it!* SuperCrowdLA: we're going to be live in Santa Monica, California, May 1-3. Plan to join us for a major, in-person event focused on scaling impact. Sponsored by Digital Niche Agency, ProActive Real Estate and others. This will be a can't-miss event. Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Community Event Calendar* Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events* Capital Raise Strategies for Purpose Driven Enterprises, hosted by PathLight Law, February 25 at 1:00 PM ET.* Kingscrowd Meet UP in San Francisco, CA - February 27th at 5:30 PM PT* Igniting Community Capital to Build Outdoor Recreation Communities, Crowdfund Better, Thursdays, March 20 & 27, April 3 & 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.* NC3 Changing the Paradigm: Mobilizing Community Investment Funds, March 7, 2025* Asheville Neighborhood Economics, April 1-2, 2-25.* Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Call for community action:* Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefitting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. Learn more here.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 9,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Devin: What is your superpower?Corey: I like to call it artistic engineering. I have a background in music–classically trained in violin and viola–and that informs the way I go about some of the more technical things I do. It opens me up to endless possibilities.Sustainable living shouldn't be a luxury—it should be the standard. That's the driving philosophy behind Corey Johnson's innovative real estate development project, NEIGHBR. Corey, the founder and CEO of NEIGHBR, is pioneering a bold new approach to housing that integrates sustainability, affordability, and a resort-style community experience."We like to build spaces that positively impact our community and really serve as a prototype for the future of sustainable living," Corey told me in this episode. His development firm isn't just creating housing—it's showcasing what's possible when cutting-edge technology, biophilic design, and eco-conscious infrastructure come together.At the heart of NEIGHBR's vision is an eco-village concept that fuses sustainability with affordability. The project features tiny homes, geodomes, on-site farming, and commercial spaces, all built with renewable energy sources and water conservation systems. “We're using solar, geothermal, rainwater harvesting, on-site composting, and a farmhouse that fosters a circular economy,” Corey explained.What makes NEIGHBR truly unique is its reimagining of financial accessibility in housing. By leveraging investment crowdfunding, Corey is inviting everyday people to be part of the journey from the very beginning. “What I love about this approach is that it allows people to feel like they've been along for the journey,” he said. “I like to believe that those early investors will really be some of our earliest residents.”NEIGHBR is currently raising capital through Funding Hope, an investment platform aligned with the United Nations' sustainable development goals. For Corey, choosing Funding Hope was intentional: “We're after positively impacting the climate. We're about making people better. And Funding Hope shares that mission.”The first NEIGHBR eco-village will take root in Atlanta, Georgia, with plans for rapid expansion nationwide. With a vision to scale sustainable communities across the country, Corey and his team are laying the foundation for a new model of housing—one that isn't just environmentally responsible but also socially transformative.To learn more about NEIGHBR and explore investment opportunities, visit s4g.biz/neighbr.tl;dr:* Corey Johnson's NEIGHBR project is reimagining sustainable housing with eco-friendly, affordable, and community-focused designs.* NEIGHBR integrates renewable energy, biophilic architecture, and financial accessibility to create resort-style eco-villages.* Corey leverages investment crowdfunding through Funding Hope, inviting the public to participate in the project's growth.* Corey's superpower, "artistic engineering," blends technical precision with creative vision to build transformative spaces.* Through innovation and community engagement, NEIGHBR aims to scale sustainable living across the nation, redefining housing for future generations.How to Develop Artistic Engineering As a SuperpowerCorey describes his superpower as "artistic engineering." Rooted in both his background in civil engineering and his classical training in violin and viola, Corey fuses technical precision with creative vision. "I almost feel like I'm Dr. Strange, who can just grab all types of different ideas and actually pull them into reality," he explained. By balancing analytical problem-solving with artistic expression, Corey designs spaces that are not only functional but also deeply engaging and transformative.Corey exemplified his superpower when designing and building a wellness facility in Atlanta. While ensuring the structure met technical and regulatory standards, he infused the space with biophilic elements, including a koi pond, to foster a sense of tranquility. "We can solve real-world problems, but if something doesn't feel good to the human soul when they interact with it, that can be a challenge," he said. His ability to merge aesthetics with engineering created a space that left visitors in awe, proving that artistic engineering can elevate both form and function.Tips for Developing Artistic Engineering:* Embrace Both Logic and Creativity: Don't limit yourself to one way of thinking—tap into both analytical and imaginative processes.* Immerse Yourself in Music: Corey believes listening to classical compositions enhances problem-solving and fosters a deeper understanding of complexity.* Stay Open to Possibilities: Approach challenges with a mindset that solutions can come from unexpected places.* Prioritize Humanity in Design: Consider the emotional and sensory experience of the spaces and products you create.* Observe Nature's Balance: Nature seamlessly integrates structure and beauty—use it as inspiration for your own projects.By following Corey Johnson's example and advice, you can make artistic engineering a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileCorey Johnson (he/him):CEO, Founder, NEIGHBRAbout NEIGHBR: NEIGHBR is a world-building organization dedicated to creating spaces that enhance the human experience at scale. As a leader in the social infrastructure sector, NEIGHBR engages in project consulting, development, and social impact investing. At NEIGHBR, we are redefining the future of community living by developing fully sustainable, resort-style eco-villages that significantly reduce the cost of living while promoting health, wellness, and environmental stewardship. Operating at the intersection of wellness real estate and technology, NEIGHBR is advancing patent-pending building technology to combat climate change and developing AI social infrastructure development software that empowers everyday users to design and build their own unique social infrastructure projects.Website: neighborind.comCompany Facebook Page: fb.com/profile.php?id=61571977766435Other URL: invest.fundinghope.com/offering/neighbr/detailsBiographical Information: Corey M. Johnson, born and raised in Atlanta, GA, is a visionary and world-changer committed to the advancement of mankind. As a kid designing Lego models, Corey dreamt of shaping the physical world and later went on to graduate with a Civil Engineering degree from Georgia Tech. After exploring every phase of the infrastructure development process with top companies such as GDOT and AECOM and then successfully building out his own social infrastructure project in Atlantic Station, Corey began to envision the creation of NEIGHBR. Corey wakes up every day with the passion and purpose to create spaces that lead people to be all that God called them to be.Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/neighbour-development-incInstagram Handle: @neighbr.life/Support Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, National Coalition for Community Capital, Imotobank Dealership and SuperCrowdLA. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on February 18, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, February 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe will be leading a session on "Calculating Your Funding Needs," providing essential guidance for entrepreneurs and impact-driven businesses to determine the right amount to raise for sustainable growth. Whether you're preparing for your first crowdfunding campaign or planning to scale, this is a must-attend! Don't miss it!* Superpowers for Good Live Pitch for Q1-25, March 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET. The application window for the 1st quarter live pitch event is now open. Apply here.* SuperCrowdLA: we're going to be live in Santa Monica, California, May 1-3. Plan to join us for a major, in-person event focused on scaling impact. Sponsored by Digital Niche Agency, ProActive Real Estate and others. This will be a can't-miss event. Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Community Event Calendar* Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events* Kingscrowd Meet Up in West Hartford, CT - February 24th at 5:30 PM ET* Capital Raise Strategies for Purpose Driven Enterprises, hosted by PathLight Law, February 25 at 1:00 PM ET.* Kingscrowd Meet UP in San Francisco, CA - February 27th at 5:30 PM PT* Igniting Community Capital to Build Outdoor Recreation Communities, Crowdfund Better, Thursdays, March 20 & 27, April 3 & 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.* NC3 Changing the Paradigm: Mobilizing Community Investment Funds, March 7, 2025* Asheville Neighborhood Economics, April 1-2, 2-25.* Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Call for community action:* Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefitting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. Learn more here.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 9,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Devin: What is your superpower?Raj: I have a creative side in how I think about new businesses. I've applied that to the problems I see in the world that I feel need solving.Anxiety is one of the biggest mental health challenges of our time, affecting millions of people worldwide. Yet, despite the availability of treatments, many individuals hesitate to seek help due to stigma, cost, or lack of accessibility. Raj Amin, CEO and Co-Founder of Arcade Therapeutics, is tackling this problem by harnessing the power of gaming to provide evidence-based anxiety relief."One of the biggest challenges to engaging people is really the format of that engagement," Raj explained. "It's a big obstacle to get people into therapy. A lot of people haven't tried therapy. There's a lot of stigma associated with it. So we've got to figure out ways to give them an on-ramp to begin self-care. And that's really where gaming comes in."Arcade Therapeutics has developed a mobile game that integrates a psychological technique proven to reduce anxiety symptoms. Rather than requiring users to commit to therapy or medication right away, this game offers a more accessible and engaging way to start managing anxiety. "Two-thirds of Americans play games," Raj noted. "What if you could actually embed a psychological technique into the game that is proven to reduce anxiety symptoms? That's what we've done at Arcade."The company's business model relies on scientific validation, with research-backed methods that have undergone clinical trials funded in part by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This has positioned Arcade Therapeutics to be recognized as a digital therapeutic—a form of software-as-medicine. As a result, its products can be prescribed by doctors and reimbursed by insurance providers. With the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rolling out new billing codes for digital mental health treatments starting in 2025, the company is poised for rapid growth.Arcade Therapeutics is currently raising capital through a regulated investment crowdfunding campaign on WeFunder, allowing everyday investors to support this innovative approach to mental health care. "We need to democratize the way that early-stage companies get built," Raj said. "Crowdfunding allows us to set the stage for a future where companies can be supported by the people who believe in them, including therapists and doctors who see the value in what we're building."Investors and mental health advocates interested in learning more can visit s4g.biz/AT to support Arcade Therapeutics' mission. By blending science with gaming, Raj and his team are making mental health support more engaging, accessible, and effective.tl;dr:* Raj Amin, CEO of Arcade Therapeutics, explains how gaming can be leveraged to treat anxiety.* Arcade Therapeutics' mobile game integrates a psychological technique clinically proven to reduce anxiety.* The company's business model relies on digital therapeutics, enabling insurance reimbursement for mental health treatments.* Raj discusses his superpower, creative problem-solving, and how it has shaped his career.* He shares actionable tips on fostering creativity, including context-switching and learning from diverse fields.How to Develop Creative Problem Solving As a SuperpowerRaj Amin's superpower is creative problem-solving. Throughout his career, Raj has applied his ability to connect different ideas and industries to create impactful solutions. "I would say that I have a creative side in how I think about new businesses," he shared in today's episode. "And I think I've applied that to the problems that I see in the world that I feel need solving."An illustrative example of Raj's superpower is his work with Arcade Therapeutics. Recognizing the stigma and barriers to mental health treatment, he saw an opportunity to use gaming—something millions of people engage with daily—as a platform for delivering anxiety-reducing therapies. "Gaming is something that people are already doing and it's engaging, but we can now apply that in a way that helps bring down stigma and improve access to earlier treatments for mental health," he explained.To develop creative problem-solving as a personal strength, Raj suggests:* Engage in context switching – "I might grab a guitar, play a song for 10 minutes, and then shift to a business challenge. The intersections between different activities often lead to new ideas."* Expose yourself to diverse fields – "Dive into new subjects. For instance, I explored AI and then thought about how it could be applied to mental health."* Solve problems you personally experience – "I created a mini AI-driven coach for myself to see how technology could be leveraged for mental wellness."By following Raj Amin's example and advice, you can make creative problem-solving a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileRaj Amin (he/him):CEO and Co-Founder, Arcade TherapeuticsAbout Arcade Therapeutics: We develop evidence-backed therapeutic games to help address $300B in US costs for untreated mental health conditions.Website: www.arcadetherapeutics.comOther URL: wefunder.com/arcadetherapeuticsBiographical Information: Raj Amin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Arcade Therapeutics, a pioneering healthcare startup transforming mental health treatment through innovative, game-based solutions backed by decades of neuroscientific research. With a career spanning healthcare, media, and consumer tech, Raj has consistently driven ventures that blend cutting-edge technology with impactful consumer engagement. Previously, he co-founded Mana Health, a data-driven healthcare platform acquired by Comcast Connected Health, and HealthiNation, the first on-demand consumer health video network that reached over 100 million monthly viewers and 40 million cable TV homes, later acquired by GoodRx. Raj also led global venture investments at Avis Budget Group and held leadership roles at N2 Broadband, Scientific-Atlanta, and Replay TV. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania's esteemed Management and Technology Program, he holds dual degrees from the Wharton School of Business and the Moore School of Engineering, blending expertise in business strategy and telecommunications innovation.X/Twitter Handle: @digitalrajnycLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/rajamin/Instagram Handle: @digitalrajnycSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, Ecotone Renewables, Imotobank Dealership and SuperCrowdLA. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on February 18, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, February 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe will be leading a session on "Calculating Your Funding Needs," providing essential guidance for entrepreneurs and impact-driven businesses to determine the right amount to raise for sustainable growth. Whether you're preparing for your first crowdfunding campaign or planning to scale, this is a must-attend! Don't miss it!* Superpowers for Good Live Pitch for Q1-25, March 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET. The application window for the 1st quarter live pitch event is now open. Apply here.* SuperCrowdLA: we're going to be live in Santa Monica, California, May 1-3. Plan to join us for a major, in-person event focused on scaling impact. Sponsored by Digital Niche Agency, ProActive Real Estate and others. This will be a can't-miss event. Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Community Event Calendar* Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Los Angeles, CA - February 19th at 5:00 PM PT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in West Hartford, CT - February 24th at 5:30 PM ET* Capital Raise Strategies for Purpose Driven Enterprises, hosted by PathLight Law, February 25 at 1:00 PM ET.* Kingscrowd Meet UP in San Francisco, CA - February 27th at 5:30 PM PT* Igniting Community Capital to Build Outdoor Recreation Communities, Crowdfund Better, Thursdays, March 20 & 27, April 3 & 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.* NC3 Changing the Paradigm: Mobilizing Community Investment Funds, March 7, 2025* Asheville Neighborhood Economics, April 1-2, 2-25.* Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Call for community action:* Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefitting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. Learn more here.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 9,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Devin: What is your superpower?Marcia: Resourcefulness and decisiveness.Angel investing has long been seen as an exclusive domain reserved for the wealthy. Marcia Dawood, an experienced investor and advocate for small business capital formation, is on a mission to change that perception. In today's episode, she shared how equity crowdfunding has made it possible for anyone to invest in startups and drive meaningful change.Marcia has been an angel investor for over a decade and served as chair of the Angel Capital Association. She now sits on the Securities and Exchange Commission's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee, working to ensure small businesses have a voice in regulatory decisions.During our conversation, she reflected on the transformative power of equity crowdfunding. "Back in 2016, when the SEC changed the rules, it became possible for anyone to invest in startups for as little as $50," she said. "But not enough people know about it. The potential for impact is enormous."Marcia's journey into angel investing began with a simple invitation to an investor meeting. At first, she assumed it was a world reserved for the rich and well-connected. But as she listened to entrepreneurs share their visions for changing the world, she realized she could be part of it. “I thought, ‘Where have I been?' I had no idea this was happening,” she recalled. “I started to see how powerful investing could be as a force for good.”Today, Marcia is committed to making investing more inclusive. She highlights that platforms like Republic, WeFunder, and StartEngine have made startup investing transparent and accessible. "Everything is disclosed on the platform—CEOs can't have side conversations with select investors. That levels the playing field," she explained.One of her biggest concerns is the lack of funding for women-led startups. "Women make up about half the population, but they receive just two to three percent of venture funding. That has to change," she emphasized. By encouraging more people—especially women—to invest, Marcia believes equity crowdfunding can reshape the entrepreneurial landscape.For those hesitant to take the leap into impact investing, her advice is simple: start by observing. "Take your time, look around, and learn. See which companies align with your values. Then, when you're ready, take that first step."Marcia's message is clear: investing isn't just about financial returns—it's about fueling innovation and creating a better world. By lowering barriers to entry, equity crowdfunding is opening the doors for everyone to be part of that change.tl;dr:* Marcia Dawood discusses how equity crowdfunding is expanding access to capital for underrepresented founders and everyday investors.* She shares her journey into angel investing and how it has become a powerful tool for impact.* Marcia highlights the importance of transparency and accessibility in platforms like Republic, WeFunder, and StartEngine.* She explains the need for more investment in women-led startups and the potential for crowdfunding to bridge the gap.* Marcia identifies decisiveness and resourcefulness as her superpowers, offering actionable tips for making better decisions and solving problems efficiently.How to Develop Decisiveness and Resourcefulness As a SuperpowerMarcia Dawood has honed two superpowers that have propelled her success: decisiveness and resourcefulness. "I've had people tell me that if they were in a crisis, they'd want to stand next to me," she said in today's episode. Whether in angel investing, business, or personal life, she has built a reputation for making quick, confident decisions and creatively solving problems.One of the most powerful examples of her decisiveness came during the pandemic. She shared the story of JoyLux, a startup whose CEO immediately pivoted when faced with financial uncertainty. Instead of waiting for conditions to improve, the company quickly adjusted its strategy, engaged investors, and ensured financial stability. "That kind of decisiveness can be the difference between survival and failure," Marcia explained.For those looking to develop decisiveness, Marcia offers practical advice:* Identify the Core Decision – Clarify what needs to be decided and focus on key factors.* Seek Input, but Don't Overanalyze – Consult trusted sources, but avoid analysis paralysis.* Take Ownership – Make a choice and commit to it, rather than second-guessing.* Learn from Decisions – Reflect on past choices to improve future decision-making.* Act with Confidence – Recognize that no decision is perfect, but moving forward is better than inaction.By following Marcia's example and advice, you can make decisiveness and resourcefulness a skill. With practice and effort, you could make them a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileMarcia Dawood (she/her):Advisor on the Small Business Capital Formation Committee - Vice Chair, TEDx Speaker, Podcast Host, Author, Associate Producer, Helping people learn to Do Good while Doing Well, U.S. Securities and Exchange CommissionAbout U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission: The SEC Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee was established by the SEC Small Business Advocate Act of 2016, and is designed to provide a formal mechanism for the Commission to receive advice and recommendations on Commission rules, regulations and policy matters relating to small businesses, including smaller public companies. The Committee meets quarterly, and all meetings are open to the public.Website: marciadawood.com sec.govX/Twitter Handle: @SECGovCompany Facebook Page: fb.com/SECgovInstagram Handle: @secgovBiographical Information:Marcia Dawood is an early-stage investor, author, and advocate for diverse entrepreneurs. She serves on the SEC's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee and is a venture partner at Mindshift Capital. As chair emeritus of the Angel Capital Association, she champions angel investing to drive innovation. Marcia hosts The Angel Next Door podcast and co-produced the award-winning documentary Show Her the Money. Her book, Do Good While Doing Well, empowers investors to create impact. With over 50 early-stage investments, she is committed to building thriving companies that drive positive change. Marcia lives in North Carolina with her family.Personal Facebook Profile: fb.com/marcia.dawoodLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/marciadawoodSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, Ecotone Renewables, SuperCrowdLA and Crowdfunding Made Simple. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on February 18, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, February 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe will be leading a session on "Calculating Your Funding Needs," providing essential guidance for entrepreneurs and impact-driven businesses to determine the right amount to raise for sustainable growth. Whether you're preparing for your first crowdfunding campaign or planning to scale, this is a must-attend! Don't miss it!* Superpowers for Good Live Pitch for Q1-25, March 12, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET. The application window for the 1st quarter live pitch event is now open. Apply here.* SuperCrowdLA: we're going to be live in Santa Monica, California, May 1-3. Plan to join us for a major, in-person event focused on scaling impact. Sponsored by Digital Niche Agency, ProActive Real Estate and others. This will be a can't-miss event. Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Community Event Calendar* Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Seattle, WA - February 13th at 5:00 PM PT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Salt Lake City, UT - February 17th at 4:30 PM MT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Los Angeles, CA - February 19th at 5:00 PM PT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in West Hartford, CT - February 24th at 5:30 PM ET* Capital Raise Strategies for Purpose Driven Enterprises, hosted by PathLight Law, February 25 at 1:00 PM ET.* Kingscrowd Meet UP in San Francisco, CA - February 27th at 5:30 PM PT* Igniting Community Capital to Build Outdoor Recreation Communities, Crowdfund Better, Thursdays, March 20 & 27, April 3 & 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.* NC3 Changing the Paradigm: Mobilizing Community Investment Funds, March 7, 2025* Asheville Neighborhood Economics, April 1-2, 2-25.* Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Call for community action:* Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefitting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. Learn more here.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 9,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Devin: What is your superpower?Darren: I think I think it's a recipe. There are different parts to the recipe because I think it's one part fearlessness—I don't know if it's fearlessness or stupidity—and one part persistence and sprinklings of resilience and sensitivity and compassion.We live in an era of unprecedented digital connection, yet loneliness and isolation continue to rise. Darren Mark, Founder and CEO of hūmNET, has set out to change that. His innovative platform is designed to foster real, meaningful connections through shared moments of focus and empathy. Rather than scrolling endlessly through divisive social media feeds, hūmNET users can create and participate in "hums"—synchronized moments of contemplation, prayer, or reflection—with others across the globe.Darren describes hūmNET as "the worldwide web of empathy," an alternative to traditional social media platforms that often prioritize engagement over well-being. "We've all got these devices in our pockets that promise connection," Darren said. "And yet, with the loneliness epidemic and isolation, we feel less connected than ever. hūmNET is really looking to solve the problem of how we help people feel connected more deeply."At the heart of hūmNET is a simple but powerful experience. Users can create a hum—a designated time when they and others focus their thoughts on a common theme. Participants see glowing beacons on a map, visualizing who is joining them in that moment. A gentle vibration increases as more people join, reinforcing the sense of collective presence."Imagine my daughter, standing outside in the cold during a climate protest, wondering if anyone else cares. Now, she can open hūmNET and see that 87,000 others are thinking about climate change with her," Darren explained. "That's super empowering."hūmNET is raising capital through regulation crowdfunding on Funding Hope, a platform aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This strategic choice reflects the company's mission-driven approach, allowing its users to participate not just in the platform but in its growth and success. "There's something so organically intrinsic about what hūmNET is and raising money from the crowd," Darren noted. "It aligns perfectly with our mission."In a world craving genuine connection, hūmNET offers a hopeful vision for the future—one where technology enhances empathy rather than eroding it. Darren's passion for building a more connected, compassionate world is evident, and with the support of a like-minded community, hūmNET has the potential to transform the way we engage with one another online.tl;dr:* hūmNET, founded by Darren Mark, is an innovative platform designed to foster real, meaningful connections through shared moments of focus and empathy.* Darren shared how his past experiences in tech, marketing, and empathy-building shaped hūmNET's unique approach to digital connection.* The company is raising capital via regulation crowdfunding on Funding Hope to align with its mission-driven approach.* Darren discussed his superpower of fearless initiative, highlighting bold actions that have led to pivotal opportunities.* The episode concluded with practical advice on cultivating courage, persistence, and human connection to drive positive change.How to Develop Audacity to Act As a SuperpowerDarren describes his superpower as a combination of fearlessness, persistence, resilience, sensitivity, and compassion. At its core, however, his defining strength is courage—the audacity to take bold actions others might hesitate to attempt."I don't know if it's fearlessness or stupidity, but I've always just rolled up my sleeves and figured things out," Darren shared. His approach to challenges involves diving in headfirst, fueled by a belief in his mission and an unshakable determination to make an impact.One story exemplifies this superpower: While running a Kickstarter campaign for a previous startup, Darren realized he wasn't gaining enough traction. Determined to change that, he took a leap of faith—literally. Spotting billionaire investor Mark Cuban on the streets of Brooklyn Heights, Darren seized the moment. He grabbed his product, ran up to Cuban, and attempted to engage him. While Cuban didn't personally respond, Darren's effort wasn't wasted. His flyer landed in the hands of Cuban's limo driver, which eventually led to an invitation to pitch on Shark Tank.Darren's experience provides key lessons for developing fearlessness as a personal strength:* Act Quickly on Opportunities – When an opportunity presents itself, hesitation can mean missing out. Darren's success often stems from his willingness to seize the moment.* Embrace Rejection as a Stepping Stone – Facing rejection is part of the process. Darren has learned that persistence often turns initial failures into eventual victories.* Believe in Your Mission – Conviction in one's purpose fuels the courage to take risks, even when the outcome is uncertain.* Be Willing to Learn and Adapt – Every experience, whether successful or not, provides valuable insights that can be applied in the future.* Leverage Human Connection – People appreciate sincerity and determination. Approaching others with respect and authenticity makes bold actions more likely to succeed.By following Darren's example and advice, you can make fearlessness a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileDarren Mark (he/him):Founder & CEO, hūmNETAbout hūmNET: Loneliness is a staggering issue affecting millions. Amid our rapid technological advancements, individuals are more isolated than ever. Enter hūmNET—a beacon of human connection. This platform isn't just an app, it's a movement to convert emotional isolation into collective power.THE PROBLEM:In the US alone, the cost of loneliness is a staggering $106 Billion annually. Yet pervasive loneliness remains unaddressed. How is it that in one of the wealthiest nations on Earth, we still find ourselves disconnected and yearning for genuine connection? It's time to confront this empathy deficit head-on.THE SOLUTION:hūmNET offers hope by transforming solitude into solidarity. Our easy-to-use platform bridges gaps through real-time, purpose-driven gatherings—humns—that become glowing beacons of connection. Whether you're seeking support or offering your presence, hūmNET empowers users to weave a worldwide web of empathy.Website: humnet.live/funding-hopeX/Twitter Handle: @humnet9Company Facebook Page: fb.com/humnet.liveInstagram Handle:@humnet.live/Other URL: invest.fundinghope.com/offering/humnetBiographical Information: Darren is a purpose-driven entrepreneur with a proven track record of leadership, having successfully guided conscious brands to success. Passionate about the intersection of technology, empathy, and creative innovation, Darren is dedicated to revolutionizing human connection and mental well-being through hūmNET. His vision for the platform is to create shared micro-gatherings where people can come together in meaningful ways, from grief to gratitude, while fostering global impact and raising awareness for critical social issues.Before founding hūmNET, Darren served as VP & Creative Director for Tree-Free Greetings, where he built the best-selling sustainable greeting card line in Whole Foods, as well as creating an "empathy database"—a collection of thousands of personal stories about how people wish to be acknowledged. This work inspired the creation of hūmNET, a platform designed to address the challenges of human connection.X/Twitter Handle: @darrenwmarkPersonal Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/darren.mark.338/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenmark/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/h%C5%ABmnet/Support Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, Health Care Originals, Arcade Therapeutics and Ecotone Renewables. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Special Live Episode of Superpowers for Good Show on e360tv with Jonathan Cohen, CEO of 20/20 GeneSystems, at 6:30 PM Eastern Time (3:30 PM Pacific). Watch live. Ask the CEO questions and see them answered on TV. Tune in here.* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on February 18, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, February 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe will be leading a session on "Calculating Your Funding Needs," providing essential guidance for entrepreneurs and impact-driven businesses to determine the right amount to raise for sustainable growth. Whether you're preparing for your first crowdfunding campaign or planning to scale, this is a must-attend! Don't miss it!* Superpowers for Good Live Pitch for Q1-25, March 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET. The application window for the 1st quarter live pitch event is now open. Apply here.* SuperCrowdLA: we're going to be live in Santa Monica, California, May 1-3. Plan to join us for a major, in-person event focused on scaling impact. Sponsored by Digital Niche Agency, ProActive Real Estate and others. This will be a can't-miss event. Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Community Event Calendar* Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Portsmouth, NH - February 11 at 4:00 PM ET* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Denver, CO - February 12th at 4:30 PM MT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Seattle, WA - February 13th at 5:00 PM PT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Salt Lake City, UT - February 17th at 4:30 PM MT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in Los Angeles, CA - February 19th at 5:00 PM PT* Kingscrowd Meet Up in West Hartford, CT - February 24th at 5:30 PM ET* Capital Raise Strategies for Purpose Driven Enterprises, hosted by PathLight Law, February 25 at 1:00 PM ET.* Kingscrowd Meet UP in San Francisco, CA - February 27th at 5:30 PM PT* Igniting Community Capital to Build Outdoor Recreation Communities, Crowdfund Better, Thursdays, March 20 & 27, April 3 & 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.* NC3 Changing the Paradigm: Mobilizing Community Investment Funds, March 7, 2025* Asheville Neighborhood Economics, April 1-2, 2-25.* Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Call for community action:* Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefitting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. 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Join Adam as he chats with comedian Jamie Lissow about how performing on Gutfeld went from being a scarlet letter for a comic to the late night show that all of his comic friends wants to get booked on. Later they discuss Kamala Harris' unedited 60 minutes interview and how AOC thinks Elon Musk is dumb even though she doesn't know what a garbage disposal is. Adam, Comedian Jamie Lissow and Jason "Mayhem" Miller cover multiple news stories including Kamala Harris' unedited 60 minutes interview, elections, Trump's executive order to bar transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports, the OnlyFans Model suing Tyreek Hill, microplastics, and Ford EV losses of $5.5B in 2025. Later Sheriff Wayne Ivey zooms with Adam, talking about law and order in Brevard County, FL, tips on crime prevention, and how he has harnessed new media to fight crime specifically with his hit Youtube show Wheel of Fugitive. For more with Jamie Lissow: TWITTER: @jamie_lissow INSTAGRAM: @iamjamielissow WEBSITE: https://www.jamielissow.com/ PODCAST: Afraid to Ask with Jamie Lissow & Dr. Erika TOUR DATES: https://www.jamielissow.com/tour February 8th - Oxnard Levity Live - Oxnard, CA February 15th & 16th - Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts - Scottsdale, AZ For more with Sheriff Wayne Ivey: INSTAGRAM: @brevard_sheriff FACEBOOK: facebook.com/BrevardCountySheriff TWITTER: @SheriffIvey WHEEL OF FUGITIVE on YOUTUBE: @BrevardSheriff

On this episode, the boys sit down with Iron Faith Wrestling Head Coach Ebed Jarrell. Learn the secrets of developing your functional wrestling. Please like and subscribe to this podcast so we can continue to bring you exciting content each week to Level Up YOUR Grappling. Join us in Orange County, CA February 8 and 9 2025 for the Snake Pit USA Winter Camp. Check out https://www.russaldclinic.com/contact/ for stem cells, prp and more! Also, DM Coach Bryan for clinics worldwide!

Mark Steel is a writer, comedian and radio presenter. His performing career began as a poet in the alternative comedy scene in the early eighties at the Comedy Store. A regular presenter on Radio 4, he began his award winning series, Mark Steel's in Town in 2009. Alongside his performing career, he's been a regular newspaper columnist writing for the Guardian and Independent Newspapers. Mark was born in 1960 and adopted at ten days old by Doreen and Ernie. He grew up in Swanley, Kent and left home at 18 to live in a squat in Crystal Palace. After his own son was born, Mark spent many years tracing his birth parents and eventually met up with his genetic father who had been a professional gambler and a friend of Lord Lucan. Mark has two children and lives in London.DISC ONE: My Boy Lollipop - Millie Small DISC TWO: Janie Jones - The Clash DISC THREE: San Quentin (Live at San Quentin State Prison, San Quentin, CA - February 1969) - Johnny Cash DISC FOUR: Killing in the Name - Rage Against The Machine DISC FIVE: Trøllabundin - Eivør Pálsdóttir DISC SIX: Love Me or Leave Me - Nina Simone DISC SEVEN: Into My Arms - Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds DISC EIGHT: 1977 - Ana Tijoux BOOK CHOICE: Wisden Cricketers' Almanack LUXURY ITEM: A piano CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Love Me or Leave Me - Nina SimonePresenter Lauren Laverne Producer Sarah Taylor

San Diego has so much to offer - good restaurants and bars, beaches, outdoor recreation... and birds!  We've been to San Diego many times, so we were on the lookout for some new places to explore for drinks and birds.  Main Story Begins at: 9:40*Dial-a-Birder Hotline:  Call 503-741-9306 to ask a question or tell us what's going on in your area!  Your voicemail could be featured in our next episode!Show notesCornell Lab of Ornithology - BeastBoxBuy me a CoffeeBirding is the World Brazil tripSan Diego Bird FestivalSpring ChirpBirding is the world BrazilRamona Grasslands PreserveDos Picos County ParkDoyle Community ParkGravity Heights BreweryThe Grass SkirtThe Captains QuarterseBird Trip ReportBirds/Animals mentioned:Burrowing OwlBrant Intro Bird Call:  Spotted Towhee (Recorded: San Diego, CA February, 2024) Outro Bird Call: American Crow (Recorded: Oregon, May 2023) Connect with us at...IG: @Hannahgoesbirding and @Erikgoesbirding Twitter: @WeGoBirding Facebook: @HannahandErikGoBirding Email us at HannahandErikGoBirding@gmail.com Website: http://www.gobirdingpodcast.com

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 24, 2024 - In Part 1 of this series, we continue to look at the history of God's Church with a PowerPoint presentation of maps that outline the New Testament Church in contrast to the church that originated in Rome. An introduction is given to the Seven Churches of Revelation along with the two clashes of events which occurred by the Roman Church.

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 17, 2024 - In this series, we look at the history of God's Church. The roots of God's Church can be traced back to its origin for over 20 centuries. One of the signs of God's people is keeping the Sabbath which existed from the beginning. What are other characteristics of God's Church?

In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the hosts, Stuart Turley and Michael discuss various energy-related topics, including Biden's plan to earmark millions of acres of public land for solar development, Colorado's proposed bill to end oil well drilling by 2030, New York State's transition from natural gas to renewables, advancements in geothermal energy by Fervo Energy, controversial legislation in Canada regarding fossil fuel advertising, consumer reluctance to spend more on energy subsidies for transitioning to renewables, and the disconnect between politicians' decisions and consumer behavior. They express concerns about the practicality and consequences of these policies, highlighting the need for informed decision-making and a return to energy sanity to avoid driving society into energy poverty.Highlights of the Podcast00:00 - Intro01:25 - Biden plan will earmark millions of acres of public land for solar development05:56 - The industry is preparing its biggest political fight yet in the state.10:03 - New York State Proposes ‘Rapid Act' and Other Bill to Aid in Transition to Renewable Energy and Away From Natural Gas12:13 - Fervo Energy Drilling Results Show Rapid Advancement of Geothermal Performance14:09 - NDP ‘anti-fossil fuel advertising' draft legislation – worthy of both the 1956 Soviet RSFSR Criminal Code or the other end of the political spectrum17:03 - Do Municipal Politicians Actually know Where Electricity Comes From19:34 - 70% of Consumers Unwilling to Spend More on Energy Sustainability: EY Survey21:46 - OutroPlease see the links below for articles that we discuss in the podcast.Biden plan will earmark millions of acres of public land for solar developmentFebruary 11, 2024 Stu TurleyOn Jan. 17, the Biden administration unveiled a draft analysis of a plan that identifies millions of acres of public land as suitable for utility-scale solar development across 11 Western states — and millions more that […]The industry is preparing its biggest political fight yet in the state.February 11, 2024 Stu TurleyColorado legislators are planning a bill to stop oil and gas drilling in the state by 2030, revoking the ability to permit new wells this decade and creating panic in the industry about its future. […]New York State Proposes ‘Rapid Act' and Other Bill to Aid in Transition to Renewable Energy and Away From Natural GasFebruary 12, 2024 Mariel AlumitGovernor Kathy Hochul's Executive Budget proposal (the Transportation, Economic Development, and Environmental Conservation budget bill (A.8808/S.8308)) includes two pivotal energy proposals: the Renewable Action Through Project Interconnection and Deployment Act and the Affordable Gas Transition […Fervo Energy Drilling Results Show Rapid Advancement of Geothermal PerformanceFebruary 12, 2024 Mariel AlumitDrilling operations at Fervo's Cape Station show 70% year-over-year reduction in drilling times and pave the way for rapid geothermal deployment PALO ALTO, CA (February 12, 2024) – Today at the Stanford Geothermal Workshop, Fervo Energy […]NDP ‘anti-fossil fuel advertising' draft legislation – worthy of both the 1956 Soviet RSFSR Criminal Code or the other end of the political spectrumFebruary 13, 2024 Mariel AlumitComedian Yakov Smirnov reminisced in 2014: “As a comedian in the Soviet Union, I was censored by the “Department of Jokes.” Well, actually it was called the Humor Department of the Censorship Apparatus of Soviet Ministry of Culture. […]Do Municipal Politicians Actually know Where Electricity Comes FromFebruary 14, 2024 Mariel AlumitBased on what's happening around the world, here in Canada and in your local village, town, or city it should seem apparent that many of the politicians we elect are totally convinced mankind is causing […]70% of Consumers Unwilling to Spend More on Energy Sustainability: EY SurveyFebruary 14, 2024 Mariel AlumitMore than two thirds of consumers report being unwilling to spend more time or money on sustainable energy actions, despite high levels of energy sustainability awareness, as affordability and access perceptions hold back clean energy […] Follow StuartOn LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsENBEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB Substack– Get in Contact With The Show –

By Mike Phelps in Petaluma, CA, San Francisco Bay Area, CA - February 10, 2024 - Speaker: Mike Phelps Date: 2/10/24 With the origins of Valentine's Day well understood and with the popularity of the holiday, a question often arises: should a Christian celebrate Valentine's Day? As God created love and is love, God clearly desires that we love one another. But is the holiday's focus one we should encourage? What should the Christian's view be towards syncretism? After bringing His people out of Egypt, God knew they would come into a new land with other nations around them who also had their own gods. So, the eternal God gave specific instructions on what His holy people were to do. Is this instruction relevant to how a Christian should approach Valentine's Day? Please Note: Additional messages given in the SF Bay Area congregation may be searched by date, presenter name &/or title at https://www.ucg.org/sermons/all?group=San%20Francisco%20Bay%20Area,%20CA

In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, Stu Turley, discusses various energy-related news stories. In Virginia, legislation aims to fund electric school buses, though the allocated amount seems insufficient. New York proposes bills to transition to renewable energy, but concerns are raised about the financial burden on taxpayers. Iraq remains committed to an OPEC+ deal to cap oil output, despite challenges. Fervo Energy's geothermal drilling advancements show promise for rapid deployment. Japan sees the US as an appealing investment destination for energy exploration, particularly in natural gas and LNG. The podcast encourages engagement and highlights recent guests and plans for increased traffic on their website.Highlights of the Podcast00:00 - Intro01:28 - Virginia legislation would activate state program to fund electric school buses03:50 - New York State Proposes ‘Rapid Act' and Other Bill to Aid in Transition to Renewable Energy and Away From Natural Gas06:23 - Iraq Remains Committed to OPEC+ Deal to Cap Oil Output at 4 Million Bpd08:25 - Fervo Energy Drilling Results Show Rapid Advancement of Geothermal Performance10:04 - JAPEX SEES U.S. AS ‘ENTICING' DESTINATION FOR ENERGY EXPLORATION11:44 - OutroPlease see the links below for articles that we discuss in the podcast.Virginia legislation would activate state program to fund electric school busesFebruary 12, 2024 Virginia is on a roll transitioning to electric school buses. And that momentum could remain uninterrupted if legislators activate a precedent-setting but dormant initiative to tap into state dollars. Freshman Del. Holly Seibold has […]New York State Proposes ‘Rapid Act' and Other Bill to Aid in Transition to Renewable Energy and Away From Natural GasFebruary 12, 2024 Mariel AlumitGovernor Kathy Hochul's Executive Budget proposal (the Transportation, Economic Development, and Environmental Conservation budget bill (A.8808/S.8308)) includes two pivotal energy proposals: the Renewable Action Through Project Interconnection and Deployment Act and the Affordable Gas Transition […Iraq Remains Committed to OPEC+ Deal to Cap Oil Output at 4 Million BpdFebruary 12, 2024OPEC's second-largest producer, Iraq, is committed to its voluntary cut in the OPEC+ agreement and will produce no more than 4 million barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil, Iraq's Oil Minister Hayan Abdel-Ghani said […]Fervo Energy Drilling Results Show Rapid Advancement of Geothermal PerformanceFebruary 12, 2024Drilling operations at Fervo's Cape Station show 70% year-over-year reduction in drilling times and pave the way for rapid geothermal deployment PALO ALTO, CA (February 12, 2024) – Today at the Stanford Geothermal Workshop, Fervo Energy […]JAPEX SEES U.S. AS ‘ENTICING' DESTINATION FOR ENERGY EXPLORATIONFebruary 12, 2024TOKYO, Feb 9 (Reuters) – Japan Petroleum Exploration (Japex) 1662.T sees the United States as the most appealing investment destination for oil and gas exploration and production, despite political risks posed by this year's election, its senior managing executive […]Follow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsENBEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB Substack– Get in Contact With The Show –

Youth Meeting @ St Verena and The Three Holy Youth Coptic Orthodox Church - Orange, CA ~ February 9, 2024

QA Session - Youth Meeting @ St Verena and The Three Holy Youth Coptic Orthodox Church - Orange, CA ~ February 9, 2024

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 3, 2024 - With the creation of the Universe, God provided a place for man to exist, to live and to grow on the unique planet called Earth. During our lifetime, we may go through trials, illnesses, or hardships, but God will provide comfort, healings, or resolutions to these especially when we ask Him for His help. God wants us to do our part and trust Him when problems arise.

By Robin Webber in Las Vegas, NV, Redlands, CA, San Diego, CA - February 3, 2024 - There is only one miracle performed by Christ that is mentioned in all 4 gospels. Do you know which one and the multiple teaching moments that stem from it that can empower your life (today) as disciples of the Master? This is the miracle that keeps on giving in multiple ways down to our day. This message is offered to encourage us that "God will provide" in His time and way and request us to partner with Him in what we can do and then stand still, behold, and see what only He can do!

C.V.'s 10 to Check Out PodcastCurtis and Aaron Vaughn came up with the idea for this podcast. The concept for this podcast is to give information and opinions about ten songs each month that may fly under the radar for most listeners of music. Also, we will play a snippet of each song and ask the listener to comment to us through one of our social media outlets so we can get different opinions on what you think about these songs and what they mean to you. The opinions of the music selected are only the opinions of Aaron and Curtis and may not reflect what the artist had in mind. They believe that is the beauty of music. It can mean so many different things to so many different people.  In short, Curtis came up with this quote to describe the show: “Sharing the joy of music in hopes of bringing back old memories or helping listeners discover unfamiliar artists, bands, or songs that they might want to look further into. At the same time, helping out Veterans and their families with donations along the way."Songs for this month are:1. Teach Your Children (Live) - Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young2. Silent Lucidity - Queensryche3. Footstompin' Music (Live) - Grand Funk Railroad4. A Boy Named Sue (Live at San Quentin State Prison, San Quentin, CA - February 1969) - Johnny Cash5. Music Man (Live) - REO Speedwagon6. Monkey Wrench (Live in Melbourne, 2000) - Foo Fighters7. Simple Man (Live at The Fox Theatre/1976) - Lynyrd Skynyrd8. The Ghost of Tom Joad (Live) - Rise Against9. Closer to the Heart (Live in Manchester, 1980) - Rush10. When the Children Cry (Live at the Ritz, New York, NY, 2/2/1988) - White Lion11. The Interest of Time - DawesOur email is cvs10tocheckout@gmail.comClick on the the link below and sign up for a paid Buzzsprout plan and get a $20 Amazon gift card!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1660801We are always promoting Veterans' charities, so contact us if you want to discuss donating to the charity of your choice or partnering with us to sponsor our show and giving to Veterans and their families through that avenue.Please listen to the full songs of the artists discussed in the podcast on your favorite streaming services to help them out.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cvs10tocheckout)Support the show

This week on the show we begin to look back at the west coast tour in February. Starting with the shows at Ace of Spades in Sacramento, CA February 22nd, McNear's Mystic Theatre in Petaluma, CA February 23rd, & House of Blues in Anaheim, CA February 24th.  Check the show notes for a link to listen to my 2023 highlights nugs.net playlist.  Support DATC Media Company on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany"We've Come So Far" (datcmediacompany.com)DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.comDATC Media YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXM4rMP_2fWvjcVP4UH0G1QEmail: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comShow Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/Show Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Twitter: https://twitter.com/amongthiscrowdBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd":https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastUmphrey's McGee Tour Dates:https://www.umphreys.com/tour/Shop the Umphrey's McGee Official Store (umphreys.com)Umphrey's McGee UMXXV Digital Collectibles: umphreys.xyzThe Umphreys "WOW" Show: https://the-umphreys-wow-show-with-rob-turner-jimmy-knowledge.simplecast.com/Contact the Umphreys "WOW" show:  umwowshow@gmail.comJimmy Knowledge: https://twitter.com/UMfactsWall of "WOW": https://datcmediacompany.com/wall-of-%22wow%22-wednesdays"Stew on This": https://stew-on-this.simplecast.com/Tales from Scamp with Joel Cummins & Sara J: https://tales-from-scamp-with-joel-cummins.simplecast.com/Episode 220: https://droppedamongthiscrowdpod.simplecast.com/episodes/jam-cruise-19 nugs.net | My Playlists | 2023 HighlightsSetlists for the shows discussed in this episode: Setlists / Umphreys Mcgee February 22 2023 Ace Of Spades Sacramento Ca Usahtml - All Things Umphrey'sSetlists / Umphreys Mcgee February 23 2023 Mcnear039s Mystic Theatre Petaluma Ca Usahtml - All Things Umphrey'sSetlists / Umphreys Mcgee February 24 2023 House Of Blues Anaheim Ca Usahtml - All Things Umphrey'sWhere you can listen to the shows discussed in this episode: February 22nd: nugs.net | Umphrey's McGee 02/22/23 Ace of Spades, Sacramento, CAUMPHREY'S MCGEE | Download Umphrey's McGee 2/22/23, Ace of Spades, Sacramento, CA MP3 and FLAC (umlive.net)February 23rd: nugs.net | Umphrey's McGee 02/23/23 Mystic Theatre and Music Hall, Petaluma, CAUMPHREY'S MCGEE | Download Umphrey's McGee 2/23/23, Mystic Theatre and Music Hall, Petaluma, CA MP3 and FLAC (umlive.net)Umphreys McGee Live at Mc Near's Mystic Theatre, Petaluma CA on 2023-02-23 : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive2/23/23 Umphrey's McGee | RelistenFebruary 24th: nugs.net | Umphrey's McGee 02/24/23 House of Blues - Anaheim, Anaheim, CAUMPHREY'S MCGEE | Download Umphrey's McGee 2/24/23, House of Blues - Anaheim, Anaheim, CA MP3 and FLAC (umlive.net)Umphreys McGee Live at House of Blues Anaheim on 2023-02-24 : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive2/24/23 Umphrey's McGee | RelistenVideos: Finger Tight "West LA Fadeaway" February 23rd: https://youtube.com/watch?v=E7ZnmoxyrW8&feature=shares"Bright Lights, Big City" February 23rd: https://youtube.com/watch?v=yjE5D0z5g2E&feature=shares"Front Porch" > "Gulf Stream" > "Front Porch" February 23rrd: https://youtube.com/watch?v=r-T8xlMUYIY&feature=sharesFebruary 23rd Full Show: https://youtube.com/watch?v=nz2rWaMtUKg&feature=sharesWhere you can find Must Have Media Online: Josh Huver (@must_have_media) • Instagram photos and videosMust Have Media (facebook.com)TwitterMust Have MediaFinger Tight: Finger Tight (@finger.tight) • Instagram photos and videosKeller Williams/Victor Wooten/Jake Cinninger at Summer Camp "West LA Fadeaway": https://youtube.com/watch?v=2mZgPOAEo7U&feature=shares 

By Robin Webber in Las Vegas, NV, Redlands, CA, San Diego, CA - February 25, 2023 - As we approach the Passover of the New Covenant, Jesus words give an interrupting reminder to those who experience God's grace of forgiveness and reconciliation. We are to in turn become His vessels of extending personal reconciliation with others. Why does Jesus say in the "Lord's Prayer" if we have not forgiven others neither are we forgiven? Let's explore this important role God has given each of us that "His will might be done on earth as in heaven."

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 25, 2023 - Traditional Christianity continually accepts as truth many teaching which are not biblical. In this message, we will look at a few examples of the false teachings within mainstream Christianity.

CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg with all the detailsPHOTO: Long Beach, CA - February 17: An aerial view of the Carnival Radiance, a Destiny-class cruise ship, as it heads out to sea in Long Beach at sunset Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

By Robin Webber in Las Vegas, NV, Redlands, CA, San Diego, CA - February 25, 2023 - As we approach the Passover of the New Covenant, Jesus' words give an interrupting reminder to those who experience God's grace of forgiveness and reconciliation. We are to in turn become His vessels of extending personal reconciliation with others. Why does Jesus say in the "Lord's Prayer" if we have not forgiven others neither are we forgiven? Let's explore this important role God has given each of us that "His will might be done on earth as in heaven."

Initiative Establishes New Industry Record For Speed, Power and TCO Efficiency For TLS-Encrypted Traffic, Paving Way For Next-Gen Live Streaming Los . Initiative Establishes New Industry Record For Speed, Power and TCO Efficiency For TLS-Encrypted Traffic, Paving Way For Next-Gen Live Streaming Los Angeles, CA – February 22, 2023 – Varnish Software, a leader in web caching, video streaming and content delivery software solutions, in collaboration with Intel and Supermicro today announced new, record-setting content delivery performance milestones, having achieved greater than 1.3 Tbps throughput on a single Edge server consuming approximately 1,120 watts, resulting in 1.17 Gbps per Watt. The combined solution makes it possible for content delivery services and the live event industry to support massive live streaming events in an economical and sustainable way. “Achieving over 1 Tbps in a single Edge server is a major leap forward for the industry, and critical for delivering the next generation of video and digital experiences,” said Frank Miller CTO, Varnish Software. “The need to deliver more throughput with less energy and at the lowest cost is growing exponentially. With commercially available software and off-the-shelf server hardware from Supermicro – built on 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors – we have entered a new era of CDN cache performance. Varnish Software's unique architecture, features and capabilities were essential in reaching the new benchmarks, which include asynchronous direct I/O, NUMA awareness and software-based TLS.” The benchmarks were accomplished using Varnish Enterprise 6.0 deployed on a Supermicro 2U CloudDC server powered by 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors, without requiring the use of specialized, added-cost TLS offload cards. Supermicro's CloudDC server line is an optimized platform targeting private and public clouds offered in 1U and 2U form factors in single or dual processor configurations. These servers are optimized for balance among processor, memory, storage, expansion, and networking to give the best efficiency. For expansion, each of these servers offer a variety of PCI-Express (PCIe) Gen 5 x8 and x16 slots for the latest PCIe cards. CloudDC is a well rounded server that gives the best cost to optimized performance ratio. “We deliver first-to-market innovations and IT Solutions that are environmentally friendly and fit every organization's objectives and budget,” said Michael Mcnerney, vice president, Marketing and Network Security, Supermicro. “The collaboration with Intel and Varnish Software is an example of how we are working closely with best-in-class technology partners to deliver the latest generation of cutting-edge solutions, specifically in the video streaming and CDN space.” Importantly, the throughput and energy efficiencies achieved with this benchmark can be applied to a broad range of servers depending on customer requirements. Varnish looks forward to working with key partners Intel and Supermicro on solutions that support a wide range of video and content delivery workloads leveraging cost-effective system footprints and energy efficiency. Parties interested in learning more can contact Varnish directly or schedule a meeting with Varnish at MWC in Barcelona, February 27 – March 2, 2023. Varnish Software is the leading caching, streaming, and content delivery software stack. Our software helps content providers of any size deliver lightning-fast, reliable, and high-quality web and streaming experiences for huge audiences. With over 10 million deployments, our technology is relied on by millions of websites Worldwide across every industry including Hulu, Emirates, and Tesla. Varnish Software has offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, Tokyo, Singapore, Stockholm, Oslo, Karlstad, Düsseldorf, and Paris.

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 18, 2023 - In preparing for the upcoming Passover, we need to examine ourselves: our actions, attitudes and spiritual lives, for God considers the conditions of the heart. At the very beginning of His ministry and in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus outlined these conditions of the heart in the eight Beatitudes. These "beautiful attitudes" determine how to improve ourselves before God and others.

By Robin Webber in Las Vegas, NV, Redlands, CA, San Diego, CA - February 11, 2023 - All people have problems, challenges, and trials--Christians too! James 1:2-8 makes this plain and reminds us not "if" but "when" they come to experience God's "joy." Not "happiness" but joy! What's that about? How can we learn to exist "by faith" in what comes our way by either our own actions or those of others? We will explore both spiritually and positive examples of Scripture at times by the same person. At the end we will more than ever see that God is guiding us towards His purposes for our good.

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 4, 2023 - What can we learn from Abraham's life that we may develop also? In this message, let us look at Abraham's characteristics to learn the lessons we could apply within our personal lives.

Join Kristen Cezat and Casey Kandilakis as they discuss this year's content and events for CSM 2023 in San Diego, CA February 23-25.  Join them to learn about neurology and spinal cord injury content that you won't want to miss as well as opportunities to meet the SCI SIG leadership at various events to see what the SIG is all about! SCI-SIG-Guide-to-CSM-2023Download

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 26, 2022 - With the recent outbreak of war in Europe as Russia has invaded its neighbor, the Ukraine, we can see that biblical prophecy is being fulfilled. We should understand from this message how Russia is prophesied about in the Bible.

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 19, 2022 - What would you consider is the most famous scripture used by Protestants and Evangelicals? It might be John 3:16. As we will see, it is one of the most misunderstood scriptures ever.

By Robin Webber in San Diego, CA - February 19, 2022 - Division is part & parcel of human nature whether it be empires, nations, families or churches. Isa. 58:12 speaks in a Messianic sense of a "Repairer of the Breach". This message given on Presidents Day Weekend focuses on a man who brought two giants of American History back together after years of friction. An intro to discussing Esther, Barnabas, Aquila & Priscilla & you as Kingdom Bearers.

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 12, 2022 - The biblical phrase, "the first shall be last and the last shall be first" may be rather confusing to many as it doesn't explain itself. This concept does hold three important lessons that we should understand for our self-examination in applying Christ's teachings in our lives. These teachings are given in the following verses: Mark 10:17-31, Mt 20:1-16, Luke 13:22-30, Matt 5:17-20, and Rev 20:6.

By Mario Seiglie in Orange County, CA - February 5, 2022 - God is calling us to become spiritual climbers to reach the peak of His holy mountain, the Kingdom of God.

By Robin Webber in Las Vegas, NV, Redlands, CA, San Diego, CA - February 5, 2022 - 1 John 5:18-21 Speaks of the "true God" and concludes by warning Jesus' followers to "keep yourself from idols." What it meant then vs. what it means today may seemingly be different in nature or is it? This message unwinds the "thread of idolatry" from Genesis to Revelation and is a warning and encouragement to the Body of Christ to "buckle up" NOW as we move into a "post-Christian age" immersed in a pervasive and expanding human-based secularism. We are slowly moving into an Early Church experience of a minority position as to whom we will bow---to God or the idol of Self.

  Dallas rapper makes a name for himself Los Angeles, CA - February 14, 2019 — Hailing from Dallas, TX, DRussellAmerica is an American rapper with a slate of releases set for 2019. His dedication, modern trap beats, and smooth flow make DRussellAmerica one to watch in music. A southern rapper at heart, DRussellAmerica is taking his music to the next level. His most recent release, "F*ck Tomorrow", was the first project released by DRussellAmerica back in October 2018. The project was complete with 9 songs. The lead single from the project, "Reminiscing" was released alongside a gritty visual that premiered on World Star Hip-Hop and has racked up over 70k views. Check out Our TV Channel On Roku And Check Our Up Coming Movie https://channelstore.roku.com/details/274957/beef-stew-radio-tv   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9ducpf5XlQ&t=38s

DFX16 show notes Eddie and Winston explore where additive fits in their world of team subtractive. Edde talks about his latest production job. Winston is heading to WORKBENCHcon this month. Both co-hosts are excited about sharp objects heading their way. Shop updates and other thoughts on small-time maker life. Links Workbenchcon - Atlanta, GA February 21-23, 2019 - https://www.workbenchcon.com/ Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West, Anaheim, CA February 5-7 2019 - https://mdmwest.mddionline.com/ Rob Lockwood (@rob.awesome.lockwood on IG) - https://www.instagram.com/rob.awesome.lockwood/ Locked Tool (@lockedtool on IG) - https://www.instagram.com/lockedtool/ Chris Lee (@chrislee.design on IG) - https://www.instagram.com/chrislee.design/ Dann Demazure (@igsdann on IG) - https://www.instagram.com/igsdann/

jQuery(document).ready(function($) { $('#wp_mep_151').mediaelementplayer({ m:1 ,features: ['playpause','current','progress','duration','volume','tracks','fullscreen'] ,audioWidth:400,audioHeight:30 }); }); Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Sue Brown says, “I love to teach embroidery. I have a different style of teaching that makes everyone feel at ease and feel confident.” Sue teaches everything from machines, digitizing and style. Join us for a fast paced and energetic conversation with Sue and get on board with the motto Learn, Stitch and Smile! Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Embroidery Education and Fun Terry: As frequently happens with the Reggies, we learned about your channel from your dedicated followers' nominations. What made you decide to take that route for teaching? Aaron: Unlike some of the online content we've seen in your space, you have not only tips videos but structured, project-driven classes that your ‘students' can participate in. What do you think your students get from these scheduled classes and how does this integrate with the Facebook Group? Terry: In our pre-interview, you said your teaching style is geared to make people feel confident and ‘at ease' - What's different about the way you teach that gives people that confidence? Aaron: Many of your projects and classes are more what we might expect to see in the craft/home embroidery market. Though a lot of the skills in digitizing are applicable on both sides of the home/commercial split, do you see a lot of classic logo work or apparel decorators taking an interest in your groups? Terry: We have seen a lot of crossover lately between embroidery hobbyists and cottage-industry decorators. What do you wish that the commercial folks would teach the home/cottage industry embroiderers? Aaron: So what is the one tip you would give someone who came to you with little or no experience to get them going? Terry: What is the most common Facebook Group question you get? Aaron: What final thoughts would you like to share with the listeners, and where can people find more from you and OML Embroidery? Terry: Thanks again, Sue for coming on today and sharing insights about your channel.   Sue Brown is an embroidery educator who works to cultivate a style of teaching that makes everyone feel at ease and confident with her OML Embroidery University Facebook group and YouTube videos. She says that her group has a few sayings, one being, "Be confident in every stitch." Sue teaches everything from machines, digitizing and style, and wants everyone to be confident every time they create! Her tagline is Learn. Stitch. Smile. Facebook Live Video Other Events Aaron's Online Video Series "Small Business Saturdays" #SBSVideos Every Saturday Morning at 11:30 AM EST | 8:30 AM PST January 18, 2019 - Learning to Digitize: The 2 Kinds of Embroidery Knowledge (ISS Long Beach, CA) January 19, 2019 - The Scientific Stitcher - Measurement and Testing (ISS Long Beach, CA) January 20, 2019 - Embroidery Pricing Models Explained (ISS Long Beach, CA) February 22, 2019 - Developing a Business Plan (DAX Kansas City) February 22, 2019 - Being Customer Centric EQUALS More Profits (DAX Kansas City) March 25-27, 2019 - Totally T-Shirts! Garment Screen Printing: Basic to Advanced Workshop (Fairfax,...

jQuery(document).ready(function($) { $('#wp_mep_250').mediaelementplayer({ m:1 ,features: ['playpause','current','progress','duration','volume','tracks','fullscreen'] ,audioWidth:400,audioHeight:30 }); }); Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. This week we welcome back into the show, Matt Vassallo of The Rhinestone World. He is a popular industry speaker and a wonderful educator who is going to share with us how to be profitable with Rhinestone and Vinyl decoration. He is going to dive into the numbers for us and teach us how to understand where you need to be to be successful. We will use his extensive experience with rhinestones and heat transfer vinyl to give us an indepth look at costing and pricing your cutting plotter embellishments. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Shout Out Nate Leber in Central Ohio Rhinestones and Vinyl by the Numbers Tell us a little bit about Price It Right: It's a Business Not a Hobby (Rhinestones, HTV, and Sign Vinyl) Jerri Kime Dyke · 6:42 Question...how do you adjust pricing for the geographic area? Valencia Johnson Cooper · 7:47 Matt rolls deep lol. #RhinestoneWorldNation Yvonne Gil-Vallejo · 11:27 Thanks for hosting Matt. He is awesome just like you two Tx3 Designs LLC · 12:53 A teacher AND a coach.... we love Matt and the TRW -- education! :) Yvonne Gil-Vallejo · 13:47 Let's make sure TRW is added to all contest categories this year

jQuery(document).ready(function($) { $('#wp_mep_253').mediaelementplayer({ m:1 ,features: ['playpause','current','progress','duration','volume','tracks','fullscreen'] ,audioWidth:400,audioHeight:30 }); }); Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Starting a new business can be overwhelming, especially if you're new to the technology. Suppliers will give you a list of what they think you need, but do you really need it all? This show will walk you through all the equipment, tools and supplies necessary to be a new screen printer. Plus an explanation of why you need each and every item on the list. Terry Combs will give you the actual list of new screen printer supplies and the confidence you're buying just what you need. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! News Mind's Eye Graphics Inc. is partnering up again with Joe Clarke and offering an enhanced version of their successful Ink Transfer Workshops. Mar 1-3, 2018 TheIJC (The Inkjet Conference) comes to the USA on April 12-13, 2018. Staged in The Westin O'Hare Chicago, the event will provide OEMs, brand owners, printers and all technology users with almost 40 technical and educational presentations, free inkjet workshops and countless networking opportunities. The 2018 SGIA Industry Survey is open and you're invited to participate! Be part of the industry conversation. In return for responding to the survey, we will give you the 2018 SGIA Specialty Graphics Industry Benchmarking Report. Equipment and Supplies for the New Screen Printer Erich Campbell · 12:18 Great topic, guys. Let me know if you want to do an EMB. version some day. So you come to this with years of experience as most people who listen know, but start off by telling us why you might be more qualified to give you just what you need than a supplier of Mfg rep? Erich Campbell · 14:03 Package deals end up with tons of new decorators with tools they may or may not need out of the gate. Start us off with the hardware, I hear somewhere in my travels that you need all heads down for your press. Is that correct? Valencia Johnson Cooper · 17:09 can you imagine 6 people on one press, nightmare! Erich Campbell · 17:25 I've never seen it in a shop. Seriously. Valencia Johnson Cooper · 17:57 employee costs will eat all those profits, plus inefficiencies Erich Campbell · 19:35 Versatility is the key, there. Erich Campbell · 20:06 Heat press grilled cheese?  Valencia Johnson Cooper · 36:06 lightweights, try lasagna lol. How about some of the tools and new screen printer supplies that you are going to need and why? Erich Campbell · 22:20 Terry is giving away the info folks, take him up on it! Erich Campbell · 50:42 You sound like me talking stabilizer. Start with one sheet of medium cut away. Not a stack of three types. ;) Valencia Johnson Cooper · 55:19 in the shirt or on top? What can people expect to pay for a complete set-up and their new screen printer supplies with all the items you need to get started? So we went through all of the must-have items on the list, but let's say I still have a little left in my budget, what other things might I want to have? Jeanette Bohlke · 1:06:53 How much push back (off contact) from...

jQuery(document).ready(function($) { $('#wp_mep_256').mediaelementplayer({ m:1 ,features: ['playpause','current','progress','duration','volume','tracks','fullscreen'] ,audioWidth:400,audioHeight:30 }); }); Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. On the show this week, Josh Carruth, Imprinted Sportswear Shows Director, will give us a recap of the recent show in Long Beach, California. He will also be able to formally accept the #2017REGGIE and give us a look at what's on the horizon in 2018 and beyond. Welcome to the start of our 6th Season as the industries first Internet Radio Show / Podcast. We had a last minute cancellation. Timothy from Gildan Activewear is unable to join us. Fortunately, a friend of the show, Erich Campbell is able to step in. So tune in to hear all about Imprinted Sportswear Shows from several perspectives and other valuable gems. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! News David Gross and Cheryl Kuchek Talk ChromaLuxe on Facebook Live. The live session will cover how to master ChromaLuxe by preventing ghosting, cloudiness, and more. The broadcast will air on February 2 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. (EST), in the Sublimation for Beginners and Beyond Facebook group page. GroupeSTAHL Promotes Josh Ellsworth - REGGIE Award winner. The company appoints Josh Ellsworth to vice president of sales, dealer channel. Ellsworth comes to the role with nearly 20 years of service at the company in roles such as maintenance, sales, production, and general manager of the company's educational resource STAHLS' TV. His career with GroupeSTAHL dates back to 1998. The 11th Annual Wearables Apparel Design Awards were recently announced. They were featured in the February edition of Wearables as well as sharing the secrets behind the unique looks. Link. Imprinted Sportswear Show Aaron: We'd like to welcome into the show Josh Carruth, a Show Director for Emerald Expo, heading up the Imprinted Sportswear Shows - ISS. Previous roles? Terry: Josh, tell us about the recent ISS Show in Long Beach. Aaron: Speaking of success, We are pleased to officially present you with the REGGIE Award. 5 Straight Years. What makes it so special? Terry: What's new on the horizon for ISS in 2018? Aaron: There is a lot of 2018 left, so we know you still have a lot on your plate there, but anything news worth in 2019 and beyond? Terry: What can people look forward to about the upcoming Atlantic City show beside it being St Patrick's Day? Aaron: How can people find out more about ISS and attend future shows. Terry: Welcome in Erich Campbell. Multi REGGIE Award winner and Relationship Manager at Deco Network. Thanks for joining us on such short notice. Aaron:  Start off by telling us about DecoNetwork. According to LinkedIn you have been there almost a year now. Now that you are settled in hopefully. What can you tell us about Deco from the inside? Terry: You guys were also exhibiting at ISS Long Beach. Tell us about that and some of the conversations you had with attendees. Aaron: I know you were also a speaker at ISS this year. What were your first impressions and how did that go? Terry: On the 19th of January, we were telling secrets.

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Niche markets are one of the 2 Regular Guys favorite subjects, and this week we are going to target specifically digital decorators. Maybe you have that shiny new toy and it is just sitting. Let's get that tool to work making money. We will share many of the experiences and niches along with the how and why to get your creative juices flowing. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Shout Outs Tamir and Maxie Garb of  ‎T Max Tshirts in Israel Steve Ratliff from Ink Slide in Bakersfield, California Niche Markets in the Digital Age We've talked many times on the show about niche markets, but today we want to be more specific and discuss markets for digital decorators. Terry: What DTG is capable of producing. Short runs, full color images, repeatability. Products best suited to DTG are 100% cotton t-shirts, high cotton content sweats, baseball caps,  jeans, artist canvas. Adam McCauley · 16:06 Moving forward with DTG machines will there be a machine that will have the ability to print on poly pieces in the future. Aaron: What Sublimation is capable of producing… Similar to DTG, but with one less color, but MUCH more durability. Plus NO Hand. Becomes part of the substrate. Needs Polyester and a white base to start. Lots of Garments (Ever hear of Under Armour) but so much more too. Hard Goods, Mugs, Cell Phone Case, Photo Panels, Mouse Pads. Not enough time to list everything. Adam McCauley · 18:18 I read that Vapor is or was working on colored apparel that is able to have sublimation applied to it instead of just white apparel. Is that common yet or is that something still being tested. Aaron: Based on capabilities, who are some potential niche markets? Martha Taylor · 21:26 I am at the control panel of a million dollar MRI machine...I think I have the speaker figured out 

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Breaking information coming your way. We will be telling secrets about What's New for 2018! We've talked to multiple manufacturers and suppliers, been sworn to secrecy, and will talk about new products being introduced at ISS Long Beach. Plus we will bring you other news and information we have gathered from across the industry of new trends and items you should be aware of coming soon. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Future of Garment Decoration Aaron: Dane Clement with Great Dane Graphics said, “We will be releasing updated versions of my T-Shirt Artwork Simplified books early first quarter this year, so that's our biggest news. We have other news but I don't have confirmation yet as to when we can announce, it won't be for the Long Beach show, but it is pretty cool. I'll be sure to let you know as soon as it is done.” Terry: Epson has introduced here in Long Beach the new Epson F2100 DTG printer. The F2000 is still available at $12,995, while the F2100 will be available to ship sometime in March. Early order (and getting in line) price will be $15,995, $2,000 off list. Features: Ink cartridges, platens, supplies are all fully interchangeable with the F2000 Print speed Prints with highlight white just like screen printing Prints variable dot sizes for increased print quality The daily tube wash liquid you put into the printer at night has been eliminated and replaced by this liquid in its own cartridge, so the process is automated A new cover for the platens eliminates the need to use the hoop, and this is an available update for any current Epson platens Both the 2000 and the 2100 are both available Aaron: 5 T-Shirt Design Trends That Will Rule Supreme In 2018 - A Blog post on Design Hill that I felt had some interesting ideas. Nature-Inspired T-Shirts Cartoon Tees Are Back! Gothic Is The New Black Creating Feathered Fantasy The Power Of Flower - All Over Prints Terry: Brooke Hestdalen with Heat Transfer Warehouse shared this information: Here's what Heat Transfer Warehouse has coming in 2018 that we'd like everyone to keep an eye out for: -We will be adding Cricut products to our equipment and accessories offerings -We will be adding Siser's PSV products -Rose Gold has continued to be a popular color that customers enjoy so we will continue adding that color to various lines as it comes available. Metallics also seem to be a hot product right now so we will continue to add various colors in those as well! Aaron: Juniors T-shirt Trends for Spring/Summer ‘18 from California Apparel News. They highlighted some trends being predicted by Barbara Fields Buying Office who is a veteran trend forecaster. Here are few highlights for you. Spring '18 will be a time for bold-statement in details and trims. Juniors T-shirts will be packed with details such as pearls and piercings. Juniors are also going to be seen wearing T-shirts with bows and laces at the sides of the shirts. Also, watch for ruffles. BUT, don't expect to see a lot of graphics.   Terry: Charlie Myers with Neenah forwarded us this information for 2018: (NYSE: NP) – Neenah Paper, Inc.

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. We are excited to welcome in Brett Bowden of Printed Threads. Brett is an industry speaker, teacher, and writer as well as the owner of Printed Threads. They were recognized by Inc. magazine in 2015 as the 826th fastest growing company on their list of 5000. We are going to talk to Brett about what he sees as the future of garment decoration. Brett has been instrumental in putting together the line up for ThreadX so we are going to get a preview as well as discuss how his business is changing and what he believes is important for garment decorators in the years to come. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Industry News SGIA to Award $30,000 in scholarships. Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is currently accepting applications through April 30, 2018, for its annual scholarship program in conjunction with the Specialty Graphic Imaging Foundation. With the continued support of donations from endowment investors and industry leaders, the program will now award $2,000 to 15 students, an increase in recipients from 2017. The TShirt Guys · 5:59 Is that Ryonet CEO Ryan Moor's voice that does your podcast intro? It sure sounds like it! :) Future of Garment Decoration Terry: Let's start with you telling us a little bit about your business. Aaron: You've experienced substantial growth in just 7-8 years. What's the key to that growth? Terry: It's the start of a new year and the 2 Regular Guys are all about planning and looking into the crystal ball. Talk to us about your take on the future of garment decorating. Erich Campbell · 16:49 I have seen shops marketing that boutique angle- 'hand-pulled only' - messaging can change the way processes are viewed, for sure Aaron: For our listeners who are looking into their own crystal ball, what is your best advice to a garment decorator who is also looking for the kind of growth you've had? Terry: We're very much excited about the upcoming SGIA fueled ThreadX. Tell our listeners what to expect and what your part in the event will be. 2 Regular Guys Podcast · 24:33http://www.mlcconnect.com/major-level-creative/ Tamir Garb · 30:29 In my opinion, what I saw is the advantage that companies like Amazon entered the market because it gave me a chance to raise the price, and that's what happened when DTG started. Every Change has advantages and disadvantages. See you next week in ISS. You guys are amazing. Aaron: What are you seeing as the end result as we're walking out the door on the last day. Jim Jay Busselle · 33:51 Brett made an AMAZING comparison of the cost of a 4-year degree (which got most of us very little) to industry-specific knowledge at conferences that have market leaders willing to teach, inspire and give value! Erich Campbell · 34:44 Directed, targeted information. Great stuff. Terry: Which speaker are you most looking forward to hearing from. Just between us, oh and the listeners… Jim Jay Busselle · 36:35 Johnny rocks! Erich Campbell · 37:00 Catching that energy is so important. :) Inspiration is so important to fuel that daily action it out l takes to carry on. Aaron: I understand you just returned from Hati.

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Every year in January, Terry and Aaron take a look forward at what we would like to see in the industry for the coming year. The ideas range from new products to new techniques, to new ways of doing business. We even call out some folks from time to time. Don't miss this lively show and listen to what the 2 Regular Guys want for our industry. Plus enjoy some new fun segments for 2018! Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening!   10 Things for 2018 1) Terry: I'd like to see more of the industry pros (not just a person with a video camera) produce how-to YouTube videos. And wouldn't it be great if like in Twitter we could have the Verified User symbol attached that says, “This person actually has experience and this is good information.” Maybe an SGIA Verified logo would be the symbol of expertise for the industry. Erich Campbell ·  Can't agree enough about the video thing; many groups are thinking in the same way and creating groups of solid consultants Erich Campbell ·  It's happening in the vendor space as well, but I can see having a more independent group of experts, too. Bruce Basen ·  Like the verified idea 2) Aaron:  I'd like to see a Sublimation Committee at SGIA. The garment committee is awesome, and they are doing some great thing with SGIA like the upcoming ThreadX and I think they have some great sublimation representation in people like Chris Bernet from Vapor. But I think Sublimation as a decorating technique of things outside of garments is growing and will continue to bridge more and more decorating challenges with things like single pass print technology and vacuum press opportunities. Side Note - I just wanted to give a shout out to Ford Bowers and the team at SGIA. I have been very impressed with the direction of things since Ford took over and for all the staff there that has embraced his changes. You have amazing people that have been there for a while like Johnny Shell and Sondra Fry Benoudiz and Marci Kinter who continue to serve the industry and are embracing the changes. There are so many people there to list everyone, but people like Sarah Perkins who is heading up the SGIA side of ThreadX, Ray Weis, Erin Nuss and Dan Marx who are doing some amazing stuff with SGIA's educational programs. The list goes on an on. Kudos and keep it up. 3) Terry: I think I covered this a couple years ago, but I'd love to see a reasonably priced direct-to-screen machine. Besides the film savings at about $1.00 per sheet, you would also have screens with images burned in the exact same position for all colors, and no risk of flipping the film backward. And… no storage of films, just storage of your digital files. If you can buy a commercial quality direct-to-garment printer for $15,000, why not a direct-to-screen printer. Bruce Basen ·  Check out the Saati LTS 4) Aaron: There are some really good educational opportunities and people that do it very well. Like Terry mentioned in his first thing we need a way to sift through it all. Some of it is on Youtube, Some of it is on Facebook, some of it is in written format, some of it is seminars and some of it is actual hands-on classes. Honestly,

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. This is our 4th annual planning show where we wrap up the year with some planning tips, things to look for and new techniques to improve your business. We will talk about strategies that have worked for us as well as discuss some things you should be looking at in your decorating business. We will talk technology, sales, and marketing, business planning and all thing related to operating a successful decorating business. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening!   Planning for 2018 Aaron: People - One of the things you talked about last year Terry, was change and any business is going to be looking at how they change things up and improve. One of the by-products of improving and growing is how that affects the people that are part of your business. Reviews - Honest assessment from both sides and focus on the positives and then look at the areas that can improve. Budgeting - Payroll can be one of the biggest expenses at many companies, and a thorough review of those expenses and how they fit in your business is needed. Do you need to trim so fat so to speak? Do you need to budget more so you can attract higher levels of employees? Terry: Time Management in a New Year. Better management of your time will make your work life easier. Here's an assignment that might feel like a chore but can change your whole year!” Make a chart with 15-minute blocks, make a short note of what you did for the previous 14 minutes. Do this for an entire week, and then total up each block by category. If you're an owner or senior manager, getting caught up in the tiniest of details running your business is a waste of your time and talent, and is holding back the growth of your business. Learn to delegate - easy to say, not so easy to do, especially if you have a history of micro-managing your company and staff. Aaron: Software/Technology Stack - There is a great deal of software out there that is all vying for our business and they all claim to make our businesses better. The problem is each business and how it operates is completely different and I have never seen a company that has the identical technology stack as another. In Fact, most off the shelf software need to be tweaked and customized for your business. Have you spent the time to do that and if not is the tool really helping? Inventory Management/ Purchasing Marketing Automation / Business Intelligence Terry: Sleeping Better in 2018. Get control of your schedule. Knowing where you stand - for better or worse - will make communications with your customers and your employees 1000 times better. I've done articles, seminars and a book on Estimating Production Time. What makes you and/or your employees crazy every day at work. Is it a fellow employee? Is it unrealistic demands? Is there something or someone who makes you dread getting out of bed each morning? Planning can include removing roadblocks, including people. Aaron: Customer Experience -  Take this time to either yourself or ask a close friend or relative, to walk through the customer's experience of doing business with you. Try to go back as far as you can in the process

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. On this week's show, we'll be talking heat transfer vinyl with the folks from Heat Transfer Warehouse. Thinking about adding vinyl to your product line, or wondering what will be hot in 2018? Tune in this Friday! Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening!   Heat Transfer Vinyl and More Terry: Can you start us off with a little background on you guys and the company. AJ, let's start with you and then Kirk give us more about HTW. Aaron: I'm always interested in where the industry is going and how things look from others perspectives. We get to see you guys at a lot of shows, tell us what you are hearing from customers. Is Heat Transfer a growing segment in the industry? Terry: Someone wants to get into the business, how can you help them? Kits Material Late cut off times and quick shipping Aaron: What special products are you offering and what's going to be hot for 2018? Glitters were huge in 2016 and 2017, but we are seeing trends going towards different sparkle/flash.  More and more metallics and stretchable glitters and metallics Terry: Beyond someone calling to place an order, how do you set yourselves apart? What services do you offer your customers to help them be successful? We do not actually take an order over the phone. We give the customer the ability to order easily online and they can see exactly what they are ordering. Competitive shipping rates. Custom department for rhinestones, patterns and dye sublimation.   SUBLI-FLock 5901 https://www.heattransferwarehouse.com/subli-flock-5901 also SubliFlok 1602 https://www.heattransferwarehouse.com/subliflok-1602 Also Subli-tex which is a twill ltwill-likeal that you can sublimate onto https://www.heattransferwarehouse.com/chemica-1603-subli-tex Aaron: What are the benefits of using Heat Transfer Vinyl as opposed to other garment decoration methods (ie-screen printing)? Low quantity Personalization Onsite printing (volleyball tournaments, running events etc) Glitter, High grade reflectives. No need for huge additional spaces for screen equipment, wash bays, development rooms Polyurethane films that do not crack like plastisol inks Terry: You have several locations, where can our listeners find you? We service the entire US within 1-2 days But headquarters in Fargo ND,  with locations in Cincinnati OH, Las Vegas NV and coming in 2018 we are proud to announce Jacksonville Florida Terry: Tell us a little more about what you guys are doing in your communities. I just saw a press release where you launched a Holiday Gift Drive and have seen other things you guys do. Kirk Anton and AJ McAleer are members of the team at Heat Transfer Warehouse; the leading wholesale supplier and distributor of heat transfer materials. They both wear lots of hats in the company and industry. Other Events Complete Screen Printing Business Course –Workhorse Products – January 27-28 Complete Screen Printing Business Course – Atlas Screen in Chicago – February 10-11 Complete Screen Printing Business Course – Atlas Screen in Nashville – March 3-4 Trade Shows ASI Orlando - January 3-4,2018 PPAI Expo - Las Vegas - January 16-18,

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Coming to you live via Facebook Video as we look at a new format for the show, to not only bring you great podcast content, but some video content as well. We are going to be discussing the nuts and bolts of finding niche markets for your digital decorating devices. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening!   Unique Niche Markets for Digital Decorators Untouched Markets still today Pirates and Manawana Awards - Toner Fitting square pegs into round holes So many times I've talked with decorators who want to take digital and replace “exactly” their screen printing and another method. Same products, same prints, same pricing structure. Cheer/Dance Expand your horizons with new opportunities Beyond square pegs and round holes, what was holding you back in your previous decoration method? Was it minimums? Setup time? Sampling? What new opportunities will new technology offer you? Ticket Stubs Educating your customer If one more potential customer says to me, “My customer won't pay that.”!!! Other Events Complete Screen Printing Business Course –Workhorse Products – January 27-28 Complete Screen Printing Business Course – Atlas Screen in Chicago – February 10-11 Complete Screen Printing Business Course – Atlas Screen in Nashville – March 3-4 Trade Shows ASI Orlando - January 3-4,2018 PPAI Expo - Las Vegas - January 16-18, 2018 ISS Long Beach, CA - January 19-21, 2018 ASI Dallas - January 25-26, 2018 NNEP Atlanta - February 2-3, 2018 International Awards & Personalization Expo, Las Vegas - February 20-23, 2018 DAX Kansas City - February 23-24, 2018 ThreadX powered by SGIA - Palm Springs, CA – February 25-27, 2018 Terry's Books Screen Printing: A Practical Guide to Starting Your Own T-Shirt Business Just $4.95 as an e-book. Direct to Garment: A Practical Guide to Starting Your Own T-Shirt Business Just $4.95 as an e-book. Scheduling and Estimating Production Time for Garment Screen Printing Just $2.99 as an e-book SubliSource Sublimation just got easier with the launch of sublisource.com, the new US distributor for Best Sublimation. Our mission is to help our partners grow with a different way of doing business compared to all the "Me too" distributors in the United States. We will do this by: Offering products as a single item instead of forcing cases on you. Changing shipping standards. Offering unique products from limited manufacturing partnerships. This show is brought to you for a full hour by: Specialty Graphics Imaging Association - SGIA will continually strive to be the foremost resource for information and education within the specialty imaging industry. SGIA supports the digital and screen printing community in the USA and Canada by providing services and activities specific to their interests. While the majority of SGIA services and activities are specific to US and Canada, SGIA will continue to partner with national and regional associations around the globe to continually develop the international community. The SGIA National Affiliation Program brings together a multinational community to enhance awareness and encourage the exchang...

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Chris Freeman will be joining our show today. Chris has a long experience in multi-machine DTG production. We'll discuss this concept, and how this same information relates to the single machine shop. Get some great insight from someone who has been a part of one of the largest Direct to Garment Production based decorating companies in the country. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Thank you to the Veterans! Direct to Garment Production Terry: Chris, tell us about your journey through direct-to-garment printing. Started with 26 Kornits, half of them in existence. Year 1 was testing, Anajet, MSI, brother, Sawgrass, Brother is still there running.  Had the first 3 machines from Belquette, curing problems, pretreat problems, ink problems.  Anajet was early to the Ricoh game and now has real engineers.  Bob Marino and a crazy test a day. Aaron: It sounds like your DTG experience is on the larger scale side. Does what you do translate to a smaller DTG operation? It all comes down to control.  Garbage in garbage out.  Most problems are caused by changing situations you didn't know where changing.  Go use the equipment at a trade show and don't be shy.   Terry: You've had your finger on the pulse of DTG for quite a while now. Where are we going from here? Back to the future multi-station?  Single headed consumer machines?  New chemistry? Aaron: Any surprises we should expect on the DTG front in the short or long future? It's not about the machine, it's about the content and the relationship.   Terry: What advice would you offer someone just now contemplating or just stepping into the DTG arena? Have someone like Eric over at Scalable Press make your work for you until you make enough money to buy a decent used machine. There is so much to learn Aaron: Talk to our listeners about your new business Web based preflighting. Terry: Who can benefit from this technology? Anyone who wants to save time... Terry: Chris, let's shift gears completely and tell us about the work you and your wife are doing in Tanzania. Chris Freeman is a Kentucky native, computer programmer, and Process Engineer. He is a digital printing expert with ten years of experience as an Engineering Director at cafepress. He currently operates a print production consulting business providing advice and software for the print industry. He is a graduate of the University of Louisville Speed School of Engineering. He has spent his career creating unique and automated processes to address the challenges of complex short-run work. His time at cafepress was marked by phenomenal growth and changes at the company and in the printing industry as a whole, from the explosion of Epson-based DTG printers in 2007 to the next generation of purpose-built machines. At the start of his tenure, he worked for a company that owned half the Kornits ever made, and by the time he left Epson was selling and supporting a DTG printer. Chris is currently focused on automated graphics preparation for printing and web-to-print integration. He sees the need for smaller customers to be able to easily generate specialty graphics with spot colors and larger customers to be able to do this in an automated fa...

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Today we'll be talking Niche Markets, REGGIE Awards, and we'll start with a conversation on SGIA's ThreadX with guests Greg Kitson from Mind's Eye Graphics and Sarah Perkins from SGIA. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 What is THREADX? A new conference from SGIA that takes a high-level view of e-commerce, consumer trends, branding and more with speakers including Johnny Cupcakes and Tim Williams. (Register now to reserve your space before it is sold out.) Niche Markets Corporate Events A new market that's been developing for a few years for DTG operators is setting up at a corp event, taking pics in front of a backdrop, and each guest takes home a t-shirt at the end. Hedgehog Rescue Everyone has a passion out there. Tying your business and your niche market to it makes the process easier because of your market knowledge and more fun. From Erich in the chat. “Promoting as an insider; people can see how genuine you are.” Shirt of the Month Justin Lawrence from Oklahoma Shirt Company. This niche came up during an interview and I think it bears repeating. Schools, but doing a Better Job My daughter is a Junior at a local Scottsdale HS and she was telling me about her experience getting her school shirt for the year. I've talked to printers during seminars who just do a better job! An idea doesn't have to be unique, you just have to do it better. Taking it on the Road I met a couple in Charlotte who basically said to me, “We want to take it on the road. Can we do that with your machine?” Their daughter is in competitive cheer and they wanted to combine a business with their regular travels. My response was, “Why not?” Do you travel for your kids' events, or maybe travel for your own events like car shows, competition shooting, or a million other passions. Partnering with Radio Stations Talking to a screen printer recently who talked about all the business introductions he got by doing shirts for a local radio station. Special broadcast events and backstage passes were just as important to this printer as the trade of shirts of advertising. 20 Ideas Sit down and make a list of 20 unique concepts or places for selling garments. Don't stop until you write 20 ideas, without judging the quality of your list. 2 Regular Guys Talking Decoration Chat Room Erich Campbell: Good morning, guys! :) 2 Regular Guys: Welcome in Erich! Erich Campbell: Can't wait to hear more on the topics today! Been so busy, I couldn't be live for a bit. :) Erich Campbell: Always promoting! ;) 2 Regular Guys: Glad you got here today! Erich Campbell: ThreadX sounds like a great idea. I hope I can make it! I think I'll be hot off a flight from DAX. ;) Erich Campbell: Value propositions; so important for folks to know. I've been trying (as you folks know from our episode) to stress pricing and value to embroiderers this year. 2 Regular Guys: Erich - You should come on the 2 Regular Guys road trip. We are going to fly from DAX to PHX and drive out. Will be a blast. Erich Campbell: DUDE. If you mean that ... ;) 2 Regular Guys: Absolutely!!! Erich Campbell: Seriously keep me in the loop; that's a really awesome idea. I want to do that. Erich Campbell: After hours bar conference, never happened. ;) Erich Campbell: I hope to meet up there; that sounds like exactly what the industry needs. :) Gotta make plans now! Need to do a consult in Palm Beach. ;) hehehehe Erich Campbell: Reggies time! If anyone liked my pricing episode. . . ;) Erich Campbell: I'll definitely be seeing you guys at ISS LB! Speaking this year, too! 2 Regular Guys: Wahoo! Erich Campbell: That's a fantastic idea for a category, guys. That's really exciting. Good ambassadors educate and promote our industry and increase our profile, making it easier to sell with a higher value proposition.

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. This week we will have a special guest Co-Host, Jimmy Lamb of Sawgrass Technologies. Terry is going to be on the show floor in Charlotte at the NBM show so after kicking off the show for us and giving us an update, we are going to let him go and bring in Jimmy to help Aaron with the show. Jimmy is going to tell us about Mobile Decoration and how you can increase your business by decorating onsite. Jimmy is also going to help us introduce the #2017REGGIES and get the nomination process kicked off. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Shoutout Rob Hasty from Hasty Print In Mooresville, NC, a regular listener who stopped by the Equipment Zone booth to say hello. Mobile Decorating Let talk about Move! Make Your Business Mobile - The session you did at the East Coast Awards & Personalization Expo First what do you think has caused the explosion of Mobile Decoration?   How can Mobile Decoration increase your customer base?   Talk to us about the Nuts and Bolts of Mobile Decoration   What are some pitfalls of mobile decoration people needs to look out for?   What else was covered in the seminar that you can share with our listeners? Jimmy Lamb A constant contributor to both industry events and trade publications, Jimmy Lamb is also the manager of communication at Sawgrass Technologies. Learn more about Sawgrass Technologies. 2017 REGGIES Nominations until 11/16, Voting until 12/14 - Entirely by the industry. We have no say in any of it.   Only industry awards where there is not a panel of people voting, this is entirely up to you the listener.   At the end of the year (12/15)  we crown the winners and invite each of them to join us on the popular awards show to tell us about themselves. It is a ton of fun, but also a great way to recognize people and businesses who deserve to be recognized in our industry. Categories Best New Product - 2017 Best Sales or Customer Service Representative - 2017 Company that Provides the Best Customer Service - 2017 Best Online Educational Resource - 2017 Best Industry Educator – 2017 (An educator from trade shows, seminars, video or print.) Best Industry Trade Show - 2017 Best Guest on the 2 Regular Guys Podcast – 2017 New this year, the Best Ambassador for the Decorating Industry - 2017 Someone who represents our industry, within and without, and exemplifies all the positives aspects of garment and product decoration.   Other Events Complete Screen Printing Business Course –Workhorse Products – Nov 4-5 Complete Screen Printing Business Course – Atlas Screen in Chicago – Nov 11-12 Trade Shows ASI Orlando - January 3-4,2018 PPAI Expo - Las Vegas - January 16-18, 2018 ISS Long Beach, CA - January 19-21, 2018 ASI Dallas - January 25-26, 2018 NNEP Atlanta - February 2-3, 2018 International Awards & Personalization Expo, Las Vegas - February 20-23, 2018 DAX Kansas City - February 23-24, 2018 ThreadX powered by SGIA - Palm Springs, CA – February 25-27, 2018   Terry's Books Screen Printing: A Practical Guide to Starting Your Own T-Shirt Business Just $4.95 as an e-book. Direct to Garment: A Practical Guide to Starting Your Own T-Shirt Business Just $4.95 as an e-book.

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. The guys welcome to the show for the first time, a true industry pioneer and leader of the 85 year old GroupeStahl organization, Ted Stahl. Ted is going to share with us his take on the latest innovations and trends in the garment decorating industry, as well as tell us about some amazing new things his company is bringing to market. We will talk Dye Migrations, Heat Press technology and his take on where the industry is heading. Don't miss this conversation. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! News Hanes announces the acquisition of Alternative Apparel. The announcement comes as the company releases its preliminary third-quarter 2017 results. Hanes says it has purchased Georgia-based Alternative Apparel through an all-cash transaction, valued at roughly $60 million. Alternative projects full-year net sales of approximately $70 million. Industry Innovations with Ted Stahl Terry: Ted, this is the first time we've had you on the show. This is your 85th Anniversary this year, so first congratulations. Give us the rundown of those 85 years, good and bad. Also, tell us about your journey. Aaron: One of the things I have followed is your Great Race. Can you tell us about that program? Terry: Let's get to our industry. Can you give us your take on innovation in general in our industry? If you had your crystal ball in front of you, what do you think we might be able to expect? Aaron: We had a chance to sit down with you at SGIA, and the first thing you said to me was “are you ready to have your mind blown”? You were not kidding, I was very impressed, but I want you to tell our listeners what you guys have been working on when it comes to Dye Migration? Terry: How is this product going to be available to the market and when? Aaron: What other innovations can we look for on the Heat Press side of your business, Hotronix? What have you guys got cooking with those Terry: We heard you guys are tripling your capacity at Stahls. Tell us about those plans and what is pushing you guys to do that from a market perspective? Ted Stahl is the Executive Chairman of the Board of GroupeSTAHL, a family-owned, international group of companies dedicated to providing a wide range of alternatives in garment decoration, specializing in heat printing methods. Ted is a well-known industry veteran with more than 44 years of experience in all aspects of apparel graphics, from manufacturing and marketing, to product design and retail operations. Highly regarded by his peers as an industry pioneer, visionary and influential person in the decoration industry, he was ranked as #1 on Stitches Magazine Power 75 List in 2013. In 2010, Ted was inducted into the National Sporting Goods Association Hall of Fame. Ted has been awarded many patents for innovations in the world of garment decorating, including Thermo-FILM, the world's most popular material for numbers and letters, and the revolutionary Hotronix® heat press. The best-selling Hotronix® Fusion is the world's first touch-screen heat press designed as a combination swinger and draw press. TedStahl.com Stahl's Auto Museum blog.stahls.com/innovations Other Events

Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. Aaron and Terry are just back from the SGIA Expo that was just held in New Orleans, LA and they will share the news, the latest and greats and general happening from the show for those that could be there and maybe just wanted a recap. They are also going to welcome back to the show Marshall Atkinson of Inksoft to tell us about an upcoming event they are hosting, called MaxProfit. We might even give away some tickets so tune in to find out. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Shout-out Shoutout to our faithful listener Kesa from Kesa Kreations in Kyle, Texas SHUT THE FRONT DOOR @atkinsontshirt is going to be on @2RegularGuys tomorrow My three favorite industry guys EVER. @TerryCombsAZ @AaronM_STL — Kesa (@kesa1053) October 13, 2017 Max Profits with Marshall Atkinson November 10, 2017     Speakers Mark Coudray - pricing effectively and sell on value. Tom Rauen - marketing your shop, building a better customer base. Alan Howe - saving money in production & building better margins. Marshall Atkinson - tighten up your workflow and the value of speed. Brad Sullivan - how the right garment can add value to your bottom line. JP Hunt - what's ahead for InkSoft and the value of the platform. Plus a Roundtable Q&A with all the speakers. Incredible networking with shop owners and thought leaders. Breakfast & Lunch provided. We have a block of hotel rooms for those that want to get here...deadline to book that is 10/20. Sign-up https://www.inksoft.com/become-more-profitable-maxprofit-2018/ 2 Regular Guys Contest Promo Have to want to go to the event and be able to make it.  It's at InkSoft in Tempe, AZ. Post on Twitter "I want to go" and include the event link - https://www.inksoft.com/become-more-profitable-maxprofit-2018/ with the hashtag #MaxProfit2018 in your post. Winners will be drawn at random and announced on the 2 Regular Guys show on Friday 10/20.   You get two tickets to the event. Marshall Atkinson is the program manager for the InkSoft Production Manager tool. This software is targeted for decorated apparel shops to easily automate production scheduling, help make proactive decisions, and understand shop production metrics to build better efficiency. Atkinson frequently contributes to industry trade magazines, and speaks at trade shows. He shares relevant content through the InkSoft blog, videos, webinars, and live events. He also is the host of The Big Idea, an industry podcast that focuses on best industry practices for shops and is published the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. SGIA 2017 Recap Unlike most other shows, this one focuses on meetings - Movers, shakers, players, and would-be players in our industry worldwide SAATI Direct to Screen System Neenah Bought Coldenhove Stahls Stuff - Tune Next Week ThreadX - Garment Luncheon Kudos to SGIA - Mosaic was cool Brother GTX Printer Brian Walker RTP Apparel Epson 9370 Sublimation Printer A couple of software folks who are doing some new things post-SGIA that we'll be discussing here on 2RG Other Events Complete Screen Printing Business Course –Workhorse Products – Nov 4-5 ...

  Join Lee Harrington in this rich discussion with sexuality and spirituality advocate, author and educator Xochiquetzal. They dive into race and appropriation in paganism and kink communities alike, sharing the idea that “race play” means something totally different as a Latina woman thinking of the Aztecs. From types of ways that people work to be “seen” in the world to the censure that we do to ourselves every day of our lives, Xochiquetzal and Lee examine how respect comes into play as explorers finding their ways in the world. While doing so, they acknowledge our energetic fatigue and ask each person to breathe deep and find a life beyond the shame gifted to us by our overculture. *** Xochiquetzal is a High Priest/ess within the Treebridge Tradition, through Lyceum of the Wayfarer. They are an initiated Shaktist, an Umbandista, a Polytheist, and Catholic. They rarely have issues with navigating these strangely mixed worlds. Within their work mingling sex, spirit, kink, and magic they have found freedom and joy. They are also called to Service by teaching this freedom and joy to any who come to them as seekers. *** Passion And Soul Podcast: iTunes Subscription: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-soul-podcast-by-lee/id840372122 RSS Feed: http://passionandsoul.libsyn.com/rss Past MP3 files: http://passionandsoul.libsyn.com PassionAndSoul Audio Page: http://passionandsoul.com/audio Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/erotic-awakening-podcast/passion-and-soul Erotic Awakening Network: http://www.eroticawakening.com/podcast Xochiquetzal Contact Information: Website: http://sacredprofanity.com/ Facebook: http://fb.com/sacredprofanity1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/wyfrngstrngr Email: contact@sacredprofanity.com Fetlife: https://fetlife.com/users/703988 Links, Events, People and Books Mentioned: Rachel Dolezal: http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2015/jun/14/became-a-black-woman-spokane-rachel-dolezal-black-girl Pantheacon – San Jose, CA (February 12-15, 2016): http://pantheacon.com/wordpress/ Talking about the Elephant: An Anthology of Neopagan Perspectives on Cultural Appropriation (edited by Lupa) http://www.amazon.com/Talking-About-Elephant-Perspectives-Appropriation-ebook/dp/B0098NL86K/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=pass-20 Social Unrest and the Reflections of Pagans of Color: http://wildhunt.org/2013/07/social-unrest-and-the-reflections-of-pagans-of-color.html Racial Discussion Fatigue Syndrome: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=j6Kcsm5wp-4 Spencer Bergstedt, International Ms. Leather 1994: http://www.leatherati.com/2013/11/sir-spence-imsl/ Mollena Williams: http://www.mollena.org Playing Well With Others: http://www.amazon.com/Playing-Well-Others-Discovering-Communities/dp/0937609587/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=pass-20 Spirit of Desire: Personal Explorations of Sacred Kink (edited by Lee Harrington): http://www.amazon.com/Spirit-Desire-Personal-Explorations-Sacred/dp/0557992419/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=pass-20 By Blood, By Bone, By Blade (edited by Nicole Bonvisuto): http://www.amazon.com/Blood-Bone-Blade-Tribute-Morrigan/dp/150056656X/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=pass-20 Bringing Race to the Table: Exploring Racism in the Pagan Community (edited by Crystal Blanton, Taylor Elwood, and Brandy Williams): http://www.amazon.com/Bringing-Race-Table-Exploring-Community-ebook/dp/B00T5KABMS/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=pass-20 Many Gods West – Olympia, WA (July 31-August 2, 2015): http://manygodswest.com/ Lee's Upcoming Events/Appearances: http://passionandsoul.com/appearances/ Lee Harrington Contact Information: http://www.PassionAndSoul.com http://www.FetLife.com/passionandsoul http://twitter.com/#!/PassionAndSoul   https://www.facebook.com/lee.harringon https://www.facebook.com/passionandsoul