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Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to George Pino about Single Tennant Net Leases (or Tripple Net Leases).   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360     Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

#ShifaSafadi #ShifaSaltagiSafadi #SistersAlone #MiddleGradeBooks #NovelInVerse #VerseNovel #KidsLit #ChildrensBooks #SurvivalStory #Sisterhood #GriefInKidLit #SyrianAmericanStories #NationalBookAward #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic On this episode of We Make Children's Books, I'm joined by Shifa Saltagi Safadi, the National Book Award–winning author of Kareem Between, to talk about her new middle-grade novel in verse, Sisters Alone. Sisters Alone follows two Syrian American sisters, Rama and Leena, who are trapped alone in their rural home during a deadly blizzard. With their father away for work, the storm leaves them without power, food, shelter, and anyone to rely on except each other. But this is more than a survival story. Rama and Leena are grieving their mother's death, and each sister carries that loss differently. Rama is fiery, angry, and trying to take responsibility for everyone. Leena is quiet, withdrawn, and silently blaming herself. As the blizzard grows more dangerous, the sisters have to face not only the storm outside, but the pain and misunderstandings between them. We talk about writing in verse, balancing suspense with emotional truth, creating Syrian American representation in middle grade, and how stories about survival can also become stories about love, grief, and healing. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#TheEyeCollector #JonathanBall #GMBChomichuk #ImageComics #StrangerFiction #AlchemicalPress #CosmicHorror #HorrorComics #IndieComics #CreatorOwnedComics #ComicBooks #Apollo10 #SurrealHorror #ComicsInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by Jonathan Ball of Stranger Fiction and GMB “Greg” Chomichuk of Alchemical Press to talk about their new Image Comics series, The Eye Collector. The Eye Collector begins with the Apollo 10 mission, when humans make wishes over the Moon and draw the attention of an ancient spectral being. What does it want with Earth? What does it want with us? And what happens when desire, perception, and reality start to blur? Jonathan and Greg describe the series as cosmic horror, but it is also an experiment in what comics can do on the page. Each issue is designed to stand alone while building into a larger, multi-generational story that moves from the Moon to Earth and into a strange future. The series uses surreal visuals, shifting perspectives, and horror rooted in the terrible bargain: what would you trade to get what you most desire? We talk about the origins of The Eye Collector, the move to Image Comics, how Jonathan and Greg collaborate, and why this story feels like the kind of horror only comics can fully pull off. If you love cosmic horror, experimental storytelling, strange comics, and creator-owned genre work, this is a conversation worth seeing. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

Owner and Founder of Acorn Hills Nate Hryn joins the podcast to give an update on brand. Nate gives an overview on the Founders Club and how it has gown in its first year. The Founders, no with over 70 members, is a quarterly golf apparel and accessors box. Nate give us an update on the retail scene, his pick for The Open Championship and much more. Thank you for listening and enjoy the episode!Music Credithttps://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic/piano-rock-instrumental?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

#RustyAustin #AnAwesomeBird #ThePelican #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #PictureBooks #AnimalBooks #Pelicans #StudentIllustrators #MiddleSchoolArt #ClassroomBooks #YoungCreators #ReadAloud #AuthorInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by author Rusty Austin to talk about his children's book An Awesome Bird: The Pelican. Rusty brings a unique background to the conversation. Before writing heart-centered children's books, he worked in Hollywood, and now he's using that storytelling experience to create books that entertain, teach, and encourage kids to see the world with more curiosity. An Awesome Bird: The Pelican introduces young readers to one of nature's most interesting birds through playful writing, humor, and animal facts. What makes this book especially meaningful is that it was illustrated entirely by students from Nellie Coffman Middle School, giving young artists a real role in the creative process. We talk about why pelicans are such terrific subjects for kids, how Rusty made the shift from entertainment industry work to children's literature, and why empowering young creators matters. We also get into the value of classroom-ready books, the joy of animal stories, and what it means for kids to see student artwork in a published book. If you love children's books that mix learning, laughter, and community creativity, this is a fun one.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

John Holland returns to the show to talk about the Die Bold Comics Digital Library, now moved to Fund My Comic, and why digital comics are such a smart way for readers to explore an indie creator's back catalog. John has built a wide-ranging catalog through Die Bold Comics, with stories across horror, sci-fi, crime, fantasy, superhero, comedy, slice-of-life, and drama. The digital library campaign is designed to make those books easier to find, easier to buy, and easier to read — especially for people who have heard John on the show before but haven't known where to start. We also talk about the realities of indie comics promotion: building a reader list, keeping older titles alive, packaging a catalog in a way that feels approachable, and using one campaign to build momentum for the next. If you're an indie comics reader, a creator trying to figure out how to promote your backlist, or just someone who likes digital comics with no shipping headaches, this episode is worth a listen. #JohnHolland #DieBoldComics #FundMyComic #DigitalComics #PDFComics #IndieComics #ComicBooks #ComicCreator #ComicsInterview #CrowdfundedComics #SupportIndieComics #IndieCreator #ComicsCommunity #Storycomic #Backlist The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#AlanBarillaro #BunnsRabbit #BunnsRabbitII #TheReturnOfTheSpiritRabbit #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsFantasy #ChildrensBooks #IllustratedNovel #SpiritAnimals #FantasyAdventure #AuthorIllustrator #BookInterview #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic #KidsLit   On this episode, I'm joined by Alan Barillaro, author-illustrator and Academy Award–winning filmmaker, to talk about his upcoming book Bunns Rabbit II: The Return of the Spirit Rabbit. In this sequel, Bunns returns from her quest to find the Spirit Fox hoping to return to her quiet life with her family. But the Spirit Fox has other plans. A war is on the horizon, pitting the Spirits of the Sea and Wind against the Spirits of the Land and Fire — and somehow, one little rabbit may be the only one who can stop it. We talk about building a sequel that raises the stakes, how Alan blends prose, warm illustration, and graphic-style panels, and what it means to write a hero who is small in size but huge in responsibility. We also dig into the emotional themes behind the adventure: courage, identity, fear, family, and what happens when a character who feels different becomes the one everyone is counting on. If you love middle-grade fantasy, illustrated novels, spirit animal mythology, and big-hearted adventure stories, this conversation is for you. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#AmosJLandon #WaywardPlace #Fledgling #DragonEmperorSeries #Heir #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsFantasy #Dragons #IndieAuthor #IndieBooks #WomensFiction #WritingCommunity #AuthorInterview #BookTalk #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by indie author Amos J. Landon to talk about the stories he's building right now—across both kidlit and adult fiction. Amos's newest release is Wayward Place, which he describes as women's fiction and “a great summer read,” centered on the idea that sometimes home isn't what you expected. (amosjlandon.com ) We also dig into his middle-grade work, including Fledgling (Book One of The Dragon Emperor Series)—where Ash discovers he isn't just the new kid… he's actually a dragon. With dragon hunters closing in and new friendships forming fast, Ash has to accept what he is before the world decides for him. (amosjlandon.com ) And we talk about Heir (Book Two), where Ash ends up living in an ancient castle filled with dragons—only to realize the danger hasn't stopped, and “the Order” may have someone on the inside. (amosjlandon.com ) If you like hearing how indie authors juggle genres, build long series, and keep writing even when life gets loud, this conversation is for you.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#FrankWalk #Pigmacast #PigmacastStudio #Hellstones #IntoTheFray #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #CrowdfundedComics #SupernaturalComics #ActionComics #ComicCreator #ComicArt #Colorist #ComicsInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by W. Frank Walk from Pigmacast Studio to talk about his Kickstarter project Hellstones: Into the Fray—a supernatural action comic about power, survival, and the cost of stepping into a fight that's bigger than you think. (kickstarter.com ) Frank is a creator who wears multiple hats: he's a writer/creator, and he's also a digital colorist, with Pigmacast Studio serving as both portfolio and shop for his work. (pigmacast.com ) We talk about building the world of Hellstones, keeping action readable and character-driven, and how color choices change the emotional temperature of a scene. We also get into the practical side of crowdfunding—how he's packaging the book, what he learned from making earlier Hellstones material, and what he hopes new readers take away from this first big entry point. (kickstarter.com ) If you like supernatural action, indie comics with strong atmosphere, and creator conversations that get into real process, you'll have fun with this one. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#BarbaraCarrollRoberts #WhenGeorgeWashingtonBowed #AnneYvonneGilbert #CreativeEditions #NonfictionPictureBook #KidsHistory #AmericanHistoryForKids #GeorgeWashington #RevolutionaryWar #AnnapolisMaryland #CivicEducation #Democracy #ReadAloud #BookInterview #Storycomic   On this episode, I'm joined by children's author Barbara Carroll Roberts to talk about her new nonfiction picture book When George Washington Bowed to the New Nation, illustrated by Anne Yvonne Gilbert and published by Creative Editions (release date August 11, 2026). (barbaracarrollroberts.com) The book zooms in on a surprising moment after the Revolutionary War: Washington, celebrated commander of the Continental Army, resigns his commission—not as a formality, but as a public decision to give up power. Barbara traces Washington from New York City (after the last British troops depart) to Annapolis, Maryland, where he submits his resignation to the Continental Congress—an action that helped set the tone for a democracy led by civilians, not generals. (bookshop.org) We talk about the behind-the-scenes research—letters from witnesses, Washington's own handwritten speech, and what it's like turning big history into a book for young readers (recommended age 9+). (barbaracarrollroberts.com)   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#Jenniferdickinson #MaggiesBigBreak #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsLit #DebutAuthor #DisabilityRepresentation #StutteringAwareness #SpeechDifference #TheaterKids #SchoolPlay #FriendshipStories #ConfidenceBuilding #AuthorInterview #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic On this episode of We Make Children's Books, I'm joined by debut middle-grade author Jennifer Dickinson to talk about Maggie's Big Break This book is equal parts funny and deeply human—a sixth-grade friendship story with big theater energy, and a standout example of disability representation: Maggie is an 11-year-old aspiring actress who stutters, and the story treats her speech difference with respect, accuracy, and heart. Maggie starts a new school with her best friend, Francesca, and they're ready to audition for the fall play, Dahlia Rockets to Space. Then Valentine arrives—experienced, confident, and determined to win the lead role and a new best friend. When Valentine starts teasing Maggie about her stutter and Francesca begins drifting away, Maggie's confidence wobbles for the first time in a long time. Quitting feels tempting… but Maggie still wants the stage. We talk about writing speech-difference representation from lived experience, why performance spaces can help kids build communication confidence, and what parents and educators can do to support confident communicators—not “perfect” speakers.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/  https://www.pigmacast.com/  Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#JustinCoke #SWATEldritchBlue #SecretWizardAssaultTeam #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #CrowdfundedComics #UrbanFantasyComics #HorrorComics #MagicAndMayhem #WizardDetectives #ComicCreator #IndieCreator #ComicsInterview #NewComicSeries #Storycomic Justin Coke returns to the show to talk about his newest Kickstarter: SWAT: Eldritch Blue — Secret Wizard Assault Team, a supernatural crime comic that blends magic, law enforcement tension, and dark humor. In this world, wizard detectives operate like a specialized unit, led by Larry Slaughter, and the stakes aren't just monsters and mayhem — it's also bureaucracy, survival, and what happens when a team is on the verge of being shut down and needs a win. We talk about where the idea came from, how Justin balances comedy with real danger, and the tricky craft of writing a world where “law” and “magic” collide — especially when the characters are tempted to do questionable things for what they think is the greater good. If you like urban fantasy with teeth — and Kickstarter comics you can jump into right now — you'll have fun with this conversation. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/  https://www.pigmacast.com/  Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#JoanMWhite #ACommonersPrayer #RootstockPublishing #VermontPoetry #ShelburneVermont #PoetryCollection #DebutPoetry #ZenAndPoetry #Haiku #Haibun #NaturePoetry #SpiritualWriting #PoetryCommunity #AuthorInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by Joan M. White, a Shelburne, Vermont poet and longtime Zen practitioner, to talk about her debut collection a commoner's prayer: poems (Rootstock Publishing), released April 1, 2026. Rootstock describes the book as an exploration of the seasons—not only spring, summer, fall, and winter, but the “human seasons” too: grief, love, resilience, and the ways a life changes shape over time. Joan's poems draw on plant knowledge, wandering in woods and wetlands, and a deep attention to daily experience—where wonder and hard truths can sit right next to each other. We talk about how Zen practice informs her craft, what haiku and haibun teach a writer about precision, and how to write poems that feel intimate without being sentimental. We also talk about what it means to stay observant in a loud world—and how a poem can be a form of steadying. If you like poetry that's clear-eyed, tender, and quietly brave, this conversation is for you.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/    Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#EdithForbes #TheLawnmowerLady #RootstockPublishing #VermontFiction #NorwichVermont #SmallTownFiction #DarkComedy #LiteraryFiction #HumorousFiction #GreenBurial #AfterlifeStory #BookInterview #AuthorInterview #IndiePublishing #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by Edith Forbes, a Norwich, Vermont novelist whose work mixes sharp humor with real emotional weight — the kind of storytelling that can make you laugh and then immediately feel a little called out. (rootstockpublishing.com) We're talking about her novel The Lawnmower Lady (Rootstock Publishing), which opens with the death of Fay Kirkwood — a self-professed grouch living on a north-country farm, raising pigs and fixing lawnmowers. The twist is that Fay doesn't exactly leave. Her consciousness lingers, and she winds up watching the ripple effects of what she said, what she did, and what she meant… through the lives of the people she left behind. (kirkusreviews.com) The book turns a wild premise into something surprisingly human: a comedy about death, regret, and consequences — plus the small-town decisions that can land people “in the soup,” long after you thought the moment had passed. (mountaintimes.info) If you like Vermont-set stories with bite, heart, and a little mischief, this conversation is for you.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/    Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#NancyHudgins #BooksGoodEnoughForYou #UrsulaNordstrom #MiddleGradeBooks #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #AbramsBooks #BookBiography #PublishingHistory #EditorsMatter #GoodnightMoon #CharlottesWeb #WhereTheWildThingsAre #HarrietTheSpy #Storycomic#NancyHudgins #BooksGoodEnoughForYou #UrsulaNordstrom #MiddleGradeBooks #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #AbramsBooks #BookBiography #PublishingHistory #EditorsMatter #GoodnightMoon #CharlottesWeb #WhereTheWildThingsAre #HarrietTheSpy #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by debut author Nancy Hudgins to talk about Books Good Enough for You, a middle-grade biography of Ursula Nordstrom—the legendary children's editor at Harper & Bros. who helped shape what “classic” kids' books even means. The book publishes March 24, 2026 with Abrams Books for Young Readers. What makes this biography such a fun angle is the structure: Nancy doesn't just tell Ursula's life story—she shows what editors do by building chapters around the creation of iconic books Ursula championed, including Goodnight Moon, Charlotte's Web, Where the Wild Things Are, Harriet the Spy, Stuart Little, In the Night Kitchen, and more. We talk about Ursula's editorial superpowers—taste, nerve, and a fierce belief that kids deserve books with real honesty—and we dig into how Nancy uses Ursula's own words so young readers can hear her voice on the page. Kirkus calls the biography a strong match for its “brave, funny” subject. If you love children's lit, publishing history, or you've ever wondered how a great editor changes the world from behind the scenes, this conversation is for you. Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#JeffGottesfeld #HonorFlight #CandlewickPress #MattTavares #ChildrensBooks #PictureBooks #KidsLit #Veterans #HonorFlightNetwork #WashingtonDC #HistoryForKids #ReadAloud #LibraryBooks #BookInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by award-winning children's author Jeff Gottesfeld to talk about Honor Flight: Celebrating America's Veterans, illustrated by Matt Tavares and published by Candlewick Press. The book releases March 3, 2026. The story introduces young readers to the real-life Honor Flight program (organized by the Honor Flight Network), which brings aging U.S. veterans to Washington, D.C. on an all-expenses-paid trip to visit the memorials built in their honor—and to receive the kind of homecoming many never got. Jeff brings a personal connection: he served as a Guardian on an Honor Flight in 2023, and Matt Tavares also participated as a Guardian. We talk about how you turn a powerful real-world experience into a kid-accessible picture book, what it means to write about service and memory without turning it into a lecture, and how illustration can carry emotional weight with restraint and dignity. The book also includes back matter for curious readers.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/    Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#BenjaminHunting #DeadAirComic #DeadAir #IndieComics #ComicKickstarter #CrowdfundedComics #SciFiHorror #HorrorComics #SciFiComics #CollegeRadio #TimeSplitStory #MysteryComics #ComicCreator #IndieCreator #Storycomic Benjamin Hunting is back on the show to talk about Dead Air, his sci-fi/horror comic built around a killer idea: a '90s university radio crew starts picking up something they can't explain… and years later, their adult counterparts (in 2011) are still dealing with the fallout. The mystery is linked across time, and tied to the D-TALq technology that shaped their future. Issue #1 sets the stage with that split timeline and the central question: what exactly is reaching out through the static? Issue #2 deepens the paranoia as the crew follows cryptic signals that bring mortal peril and bigger questions—warnings, threats, or something stranger. Now Benjamin's running a new crowdfunding push: the Kickstarter campaign for Dead Air #1–3 is live, with the campaign link routed through deadaircomic.com. We talk about building a long-form mystery with music at its core, how he structures “then vs. now” character arcs, and what it takes to keep an indie series moving while keeping new readers welcomed in. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/   Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#SharonDarrow #RootstockPublishing #TheCountryInTheMirror #PoemsOfProtestAndWitness #Poetry #PoetryCommunity #ProtestPoetry #PoetryOfWitness #VermontPoetry #PSOV #SmallPressBooks #IndiePublishing #EditorLife #AuthorInterview #BookTalk #Storycomic   On this episode, I'm joined by Sharon Darrow — poet, educator, and award-winning author — to talk about her work and her newest Rootstock role as editor of The Country in the Mirror: Poems of Protest & Witness (Rootstock Publishing, April 21, 2026). Sharon has written widely for young readers and beyond, with acclaimed titles including Through the Tempests Dark and Wild (about Mary Shelley), The Painters of Lexieville, and TRASH, along with other award-recognized books and honors noted by Rootstock. We dig into what it means to edit an anthology that brings together nearly ninety poets in a time that demands attention, honesty, and craft. We also talk about poetry as witness, how writers decide what belongs on the page, and what Sharon hopes readers do with a book like this after they finish it. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/   Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#JohnHolland #DieBoldComics #Zoop #ZoopComics #DigitalComics #IndieComics #ComicBooks #ComicsPodcast #ComicCreator #ComicsCommunity #SupportIndieComics #PDFComics #CrowdfundedComics #Backlist #Storycomic John Holland is back on the show — and this time he's doing something that's both practical and pretty smart for readers: he's launched The Die Bold Comics Digital Library on Zoop, a fundraising campaign that makes a big chunk of his catalog available as digital PDFs. The campaign offers 13 comics + 3 trades (over 800 pages) spanning horror, science fiction, crime, fantasy, superhero, slice-of-life, comedy, and drama. Single issues are priced at $5, trades at $10, with bundles and a “tip jar” option if you want to toss in a little extra support. We talk about why John chose Zoop for this run, how the digital-library approach changes the way readers can discover an indie creator's backlist, and what it means to make comics that are already finished and ready to deliver as soon as the campaign ends. If you've ever wanted a low-barrier way to explore a creator's work — this is it.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#DonLesser #CrystalSprings #RootstockPublishing #LiteraryFiction #DebutNovel #FoundFamily #LoveOfPlace #FriendshipStories #PioneerValley #WesternMassachusetts #BookInterview #AuthorInterview #IndiePublishing #SmallPressBooks #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by author Don Lesser to talk about his debut novel, Crystal Springs — a work of literary fiction set in Western Massachusetts' Pioneer Valley, and driven by the love of place, found family, and friendships that last longer than we expect. At the center is Steven Bennett, an everyman trying to find his footing across a decades-long journey—while the past keeps pulling at his sleeve. As one early praise note puts it, “peril simmers beneath the surface,” and the book explores how a single decision can change a life's trajectory in ways that don't reveal themselves all at once. We talk about building a novel that spans time without losing emotional focus, how the Pioneer Valley shapes the characters, and what it means to write about the long game of memory, regret, and loyalty. Crystal Springs is published by Rootstock Publishing and is scheduled for May 5, 2026, with a launch event listed for May 13, 2026 at the North Amherst Library in Amherst, Massachusetts.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/   Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#MelanieHill #JettCooper #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsLit #ActionAdventure #AviationBooks #FlyingStories #STEMReads #GriefInKidsBooks #ResilienceForKids #ComingOfAge #BookInterview #AuthorInterview #IndieBooks #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by author Melanie Hill to talk about her high-octane middle-grade novel Jett Cooper — an aviation adventure that puts you right in the cockpit, but still makes room for the heavy stuff: grief, fear, family pressure, and what it means to chase a dream when the adults around you are trying to keep you safe. The story follows Jett Cooper, a kid who lives to fly. After his father's accident, his grieving mother bans “everything flying,” right as the Blue Wolf Junior Air Competition and a scholarship opportunity come into view. Jett's determined to compete anyway — which means facing rivals (including a former best friend), earning the respect of a tough team lead, and learning fast that gravity always wins and mistakes in the air come with real consequences. Melanie also brings real authenticity to the conversation: she's spent years around aviation, and she's talked about the challenge of writing flying scenes so they stay fast and exciting without getting buried in technical detail. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

We speak with the founder and CEO of Points Path, which helps travelers get the most up-to-date pricing from both Google and airlines. Guest Julian Kheel is the founder and CEO of Points Path, a browser extension that helps you make informed travel purchases. Points Path performs the same flight search with Google Flights for each of its covered airlines, but requests prices in points or miles rather than cash. The results are then combined with Google's results, so you see the most up-to-date pricing available from both Google and the airlines themselves. In the free extension, Points Path offers award pricing for the frequent flyer programs of Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, and United. Paid Pro tier and Founders Club members also get access to Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France/KLM, Avianca, Emirates, Etihad, Qantas, Qatar, TAP Air Portugal, Virgin Atlantic, and Virgin Australia. All tiers include domestic and international flights on the airlines themselves, as well as flights with partner airlines. The free version of the Points Path extension includes real-time, true round-trip points pricing for US domestic airline programs, as well as bank transfer programs for those airlines, indicators when a transfer bonus is in effect, and deal recommendation arrows. Points Path Pro is a paid upgrade that adds more airlines, price-tracking alerts, a 7-day points calendar, and other features. Julian has extensive industry knowledge. He was previously Editorial Director of The Points Guy, as well as CNN's Senior Editor covering travel and credit card rewards, and also worked as a consultant for the “Big 3” airlines. He has appeared on CNBC's Squawk Box, Bloomberg Surveillance, and other TV programs to discuss frequent-flyer miles and has been quoted on travel rewards in The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and many other national publications. Julian was kind enough to offer Airplane Geeks listeners a discount code for the Pro version. Use airplanegeeks15 at checkout. Hosts this Episode Max Flight, Brian Coleman, and our Main(e) Man Micah.

The Real / Remax Merger could reshape real estate as we know it, let's break it down...   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Oliver Graf sits down with real estate mergers and acquision veteran Wayne Einhorn to break down the massive Real + RE/MAX merger and what it means for the future of brokerages, agents, and the housing industry. With over 40 years of experience in real estate, brokerage ownership, mergers, acquisitions, and consulting, Wayne shares his unfiltered perspective on industry consolidation, shrinking agent counts, brokerage profitability, and where the market is heading next.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com

Most new car washes open cold. They run free wash giveaways the week before opening, get a busy Saturday, and watch traffic disappear by month two. There's a better way.In this episode, you'll learn the exact five-phase launch playbook three operators used to open their new locations with sold-out crowds, presold memberships, and predictable revenue from week one. One operator opened a low-visibility C location and turned it into a 4,000-member business. Another opened a brand new wash in Washington with nearly 7,000 people already in her text club. A third built a 7,000-subscriber list 18 months before opening day.The pattern's the same every time. Build the list early. Treat it like a community, not a database. Presell a Founders Club. Activate the list at opening. Build habit in the first 90 days.If you're opening a new car wash in the next 6 to 18 months, this episode is your playbook.Ready to map this to your own site? Schedule a call with our team at OptSpot.com.Free resource: Five Funnels to Freedom at FiveFunnelsToFreedom.com

#TheBoyInTheTree #JConwell #LittleRipples #RipplesMedia #PictureBook #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #EmotionalIntelligence #SocialEmotionalLearning #ResilienceForKids #GrowthMindset #ParentingTools #ClassroomReadAloud #BookInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm talking with J. Conwell about his picture book The Boy in the Tree: When Weak is Okay, published by Little Ripples, the new children's imprint from Ripples Media. It's a simple premise with a big payoff: a boy gets stuck high in a tree, fear kicks in, and he has to learn something kids (and plenty of adults) wrestle with—asking for help isn't failure; it's courage. The story is built to support emotional intelligence, naming feelings, and reframing “weak” as a normal part of being human. We also talk about why Little Ripples exists, and why books about resilience, stewardship, and social-emotional learning are landing so strongly right now. Book details: 34 pages, illustrated by Jeff Dehut, published by Ripples Media. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#ErikaNicholsFrazer #ErikaFrazer #PSOV #PoetrySocietyOfVermont #CanYouSeeHerTheMoon #NoOneWillEverHearYou #FinishingLinePress #RootstockPublishing #VermontWriter #PoetryCommunity #ShortStoryCollection #Chapbook #IndiePublishing #WriterInterview #Storycomic Erika Frazer is back on the show, and we've got new work to talk about. Erika Nichols-Frazer is a Vermont writer, poet, and editor (including her role with The Mountain Troubadour, PSOV's long-running poetry journal). This time, we're focusing on what's next: her forthcoming poetry chapbook Can you see her, the moon? (Finishing Line Press, June 2026) and her forthcoming story collection No One Will Ever Hear You (Rootstock Publishing, September 2026). We talk about where these books came from, how her work moves between memoir, poetry, and fiction, and what changes when you're writing poems versus building a set of stories. We also get into the behind-the-scenes life of a working writer in Vermont—community, literary ecosystems, and what keeps the work honest on the page. If you love Vermont writers, small press publishing, and conversations that go beyond “what's your book about” and into the real craft and real life of it, this one's for you. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#RainbowKite #KellyBennett #PictureBook #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #ReadAloud #Imagination #CreativePlay #SelfExpression #ClassroomBooks #LibraryBooks #KMBrown #YoungDragonsPress #BookInterview #Storycomic   On this episode, I'm joined by children's author Kelly Bennett to talk about her picture book Rainbow Kite—a playful story about imagination, self-expression, and what can happen when one brave kid's “why not?” gives everyone else permission to try. The book follows Lulu, who doesn't plan on going outside—until a plain, slightly ragged kite shows up and basically dares Lulu to follow it. As Lulu chases the kite through the neighborhood, the game turns into something bigger: other kids start watching, then joining in, and suddenly the whole block feels a little more open, a little more creative, and a lot more free. We talk about writing for picture-book rhythm, how a simple “runaway kite” premise becomes a story about confidence and belonging, and what Kelly hopes families and classrooms take from it. Rainbow Kite is published by Young Dragons Press and illustrated by K.M. Brown.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#MelissaAddey #ALLi #AllianceOfIndependentAuthors #IndieAuthorBookstore #IndieAuthorMonth #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthors #AuthorCommunity #BookDiscovery #IndiePublishing #AuthorMarketing #PublishingIndustry #AuthorBusiness #WritingCommunity #Storycomic Melissa Addey is back on the show, and this time we're talking about something that matters to every indie author trying to get discovered: the new Indie Author Bookstore from the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi). ALLi describes the Indie Author Bookstore as a “living showcase” of ALLi members' books, letting readers browse by genre, theme, and season and then buy direct from the author's preferred retailer, with an emphasis on ethical, professional self-publishing. Melissa walks us through why ALLi built it, what “soft launch” really looks like behind the scenes, and how this kind of infrastructure can help indie books stand out in a crowded marketplace. We also get into the bigger picture: what the data says about self-publishing right now, what authors should be paying attention to in 2026, and how indie authors can use discovery tools, metadata, and positioning to make their work easier to find. If you're an author, a reader who loves finding hidden gems, or someone curious about where publishing is going next, this is a great one. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#DVSM #GaryHodges #IndieComics #GraphicNovel #SciFiHorror #HorrorComics #SciFiComics #FoundFootageHorror #DocumentaryStyle #Worldbuilding #ComicCreator #IndieCreator #GraphicNovelSeries #ComicsInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by indie comic creator Gary Hodges, who's been making comics for about 8 years and is building a seriously cool graphic novel series called DvsM. DvsM is a character-focused sci-fi/horror story told through eyewitness accounts of a highly classified war that supposedly took place from the 1970s into the early 2000s. Each installment shows the conflict from a different vantage point — a soldier, a scientist, a “man in black,” and more — so the series reads like an in-world documentary. Gary describes it as “if Ken Burns did a documentary on War of the Worlds,” and once you hear him explain the structure, you'll get why that's the perfect comparison. We talk about building tension through testimony, how you keep a big secret-war mythology coherent across multiple perspectives, and what it takes to keep an indie series moving over years — from story planning to art decisions to connecting with readers. If you like sci-fi horror, faux-documentary storytelling, and indie comics with real ambition, you're going to have fun with this one. Find Gary online: YouTube: GaryHodgesDVSM Instagram: @dinosaursvsmarsbots The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#DaveBaker #PunknHeads #TopShelfProductions #GraphicNovel #IndieComics #ComicsPodcast #NicoleGoux #PunkRockStories #HorrorPunk #BandDrama #ComingOfAge #QueerStories #ComicCreators #BookTalk #Storycomic   Dave Baker is back on the show with a new graphic novel from Top Shelf: Punk'n Heads, co-created with Nicole Goux. It lands April 7, 2026, and it's a raucous, heartfelt story about making art, making mistakes, and trying to figure yourself out while the volume is turned way up. The book follows Hannah Lipsky, an art-school dropout reeling from a breakup who finds herself living in a flophouse and getting pulled into singing for a campy horror-punk band—costumes included. From there it's band dynamics, creative ambition, relationship mess, and that early-adulthood feeling of “I have no idea what I'm doing… but I'm doing it anyway.” We talk about building a full-length graphic novel (216 pages), how Dave and Nicole shaped the tone, what punk lets you say that other genres don't, and what Dave hopes readers walk away with when the last chord hits.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Brian Seidensticker about the insane investment potential of tax liens.   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf sits down with tax lien investing expert Brian Seidensticker, founder of Tax Sale Resources, to break down one of real estate's most overlooked wealth-building strategies. Brian explains how tax lien and tax deed investing really works, how investors can earn double-digit returns backed by real estate, and the biggest mistakes beginners make when entering the space.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

#EclaronaChronicles #VMLaFountain #VermontAuthor #EssexJunction #FantasyBooks #FaeFantasy #EpicFantasy #QueerFantasy #InclusiveFantasy #IndieAuthor #WomenWhoWrite #FantasyWorldbuilding #DestinyBook #ReckoningBook #Storycomic On this episode, I'm talking with Victoria (V.M. LaFountain), a fantasy author right here in Essex Junction, Vermont, and creator of the Eclarona Chronicles—a big, sprawling series packed with Fae, magic, and a whole lot of characters who don't feel like background furniture. We dig into her published books Destiny and Reckoning, and what's coming next with Fated and Secrets. But what makes this conversation really interesting is how the series evolves: it starts with the wonder of magic and worldbuilding, then shifts into a story about “Life Equality”—what happens when people are accepted socially, but still overlooked by the law. We talk about building a fantasy world that actually feels diverse (Elementals, Giants, and more), moving queer characters from the edges into the center of the story, and how Victoria uses fantasy as a mirror for real life. If you like big-cast fantasy, social stakes that don't feel preachy, and a creator who's building something ambitious from right here in Vermont, this one's for you. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

On this episode, I'm joined by children's book author Maureen Devlin, creator of the Backer & Backer series — a set of books built around one of the best questions kids ask: “How did that get here?” Each story starts with something familiar — an apple, a warm hat, a bouncy ball, a kid-made picture, even a puppy — and then goes “backer and backer” to explore the origin of everyday things in a way that's playful, clear, and genuinely educational for young readers. We talk about what inspired the series (including reading with her twin daughters), how she builds curiosity into the rhythm of a read-aloud, and why she's so intentional about mixing fun with real-world facts. We also highlight the illustrator, Nancy D. Conde, whose whimsical artwork helps make the “how it's made / where it comes from” journey feel like an adventure instead of a lesson. If you've got a curious kid (or you're raising one who asks “why?” 400 times a day), this episode is for you. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

Welcome back for S6E2 of Inside Cyclones Hockey!On this weeks episode, Mark Robinson is joined by director of business operations Zach Serwe, to overview everything you need to know about this years NA3HL draft. From the structure of the draft, to the picks that the Wausau Cyclones own, Mark and Zach talk about all the important details that are linked to the draft. Zach also reminds Cyclones fans about the Founders Club, the perks, and how you can become a member. Members of the Founders Club recieve tickets to all 22 regular season home games, early access to playoff tickets, and more exclusive giveaway items! Finally, Mark wraps up the episode with some tender signing updates, and a few college commits from our 2025-26 roster.Now, from the Eye of the Cyclone…Intro: (1:22-2:22)NA3HL Draft and Founders Club with Zach Serwe: (2:30-30:58)Tender Signings and College Committs: (31:56-41:40)  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Information on the Founders Club HERE: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/foundersclub/Don't Miss a Second of Cyclones Action this Season! Sign up for our Email Newsletter here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/newsletter/Tender Signings & Other News: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/category/news/   Make sure you follow the Cyclones across your favorite social media @WausauCyclones   You can find Mark on Instagram and TikTok @markrobinsonsports and X @markrobinsonn

#Snoodles #SnoodlesInSpace #EscapeFromZoodletraz #StevenJoseph #AndyCase #ChildrensBooks #KidsGraphicBooks #ReadAloud #KidsLit #Illustration #Imagination #ScreenFreeFun #Worldbuilding #IndieBooks #Storycomic Kids are surrounded by screens, and sometimes it feels like imagination is getting squeezed out of the day. That's why this episode is such a blast. I'm joined by Steven Joseph, author and creator of the Snoodles Universe, and (if schedules line up) illustrator Andy Case, the multi-award-winning artist behind the series. Together they've built a laugh-out-loud world packed with “oodle-words,” wild visuals, and stories that sneak real life lessons into the silliness. Their latest book, Snoodles in Space: Escape from Zoodletraz!, cranks the chaos up with a jailbreak adventure that's all about teamwork, creativity, and discovering that the silliest idea might be the one that saves the day. We talk about the premise, where this story fits in the Snoodles Universe, why “imagination deficit” is a real thing, and how Andy's day job in tech education shapes how he thinks about kids, creativity, and reading. And yes — there's music too: Noodleham Rocks, a companion soundtrack connected to the Snoodles world.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

On this Founders Club Quickie, get behind the scenes access as we break down how to "Go Up Stream" and find sellers before they hit the market.   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

#LaurenEnnis #DaughtersOfAttrition #GraphicNovel #IndieGraphicNovel #ChildrensBooks #MiddleGradeBooks #HistoricalFiction #Kabul #AfghanistanStories #BooksThatMatter #ABoysBestComrade #DogBooks #Moscow1938 #AuthorInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by author Lauren Ennis, who writes historical fiction that hits you right in the heart—and doesn't pull punches when it comes to what kids endure when the world shifts under their feet. We talk about her brand-new graphic novel Daughters of Attrition, a story set against the fall of Kabul, centered on Noor, a ten-year-old girl sent to a Kabul orphanage after her father is killed while assisting American forces against the Taliban. At the orphanage, Noor forms a deep friendship with Laila, a rebellious, artistic kid who helps her hold onto imagination and hope while danger closes in. We also dig into Lauren's middle-grade historical novel A Boy's Best Comrade, set in Moscow, 1938, where a young boy named Yuri and his dog Sasha are forced onto the streets after the NKVD arrests Yuri's parents—turning a loyal promise (“take care of Yuri”) into a fight for survival. If you care about stories that spotlight friendship, resilience, and the bond between kids and the people (and animals) who stick with them—this conversation is for you. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#ReturnOfTheRooftopKoreans #TaeYeonLee #IndieComics #GraphicNovel #ComicCreator #IndieGraphicNovel #ComicsInterview #Worldbuilding #ComicWriting #ComicArt #Storytelling #CulturalIdentity #HistoryInComics #IndiePublishing #Storycomic   This one's a ride. On the show today, I'm joined by Tae-Yeon Lee, creator and writer of the 140+ page graphic novel Return of the Rooftop Koreans—a full-color, perfect-bound indie project that blends real history, modern tension, and high-energy action into something that's loud, stylish, and a lot more thoughtful than you might expect. We talk about how Tae built a large-scale book from the ground up: the early concept, the worldbuilding choices, and what it takes to assemble and manage an international art team. We also get into the tricky (and important) work of adapting real cultural history into a fictional narrative without sanding off the nuance—while still delivering a story that keeps you flipping pages. If you're a comic reader, a creator, or somebody who loves hearing how big indie swings actually get made, you're going to get a lot out of this conversation. Tae brings humor, honesty, and a sharp perspective—plus practical advice for anyone trying to launch and market a serious indie book. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Neal Bawa about how to find great real estate markets to invest in.   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf sits down with real estate data expert Neal Bawa, also known as the "Mad Scientist" of multifamily investing. Neal breaks down his powerful, data-driven approach to identifying the hottest real estate markets in minutes using five key metrics. From population and job growth to income trends and supply, you'll learn exactly how top investors remove guesswork and make smarter, more profitable decisions.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Sam Wegert about Co-Living Real Estate Investing For Massive Cash Flow!   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf sits down with real estate investor Sam Wegert, who has built 200+ co-living rental units across the U.S. Sam breaks down how the co-living real estate strategy is bringing serious cash flow back to rental investing in today's market.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com --- TIME STAMPS 00:00 Co-Living Real Estate Strategy Introduction 00:40 Meet Sam Wegert – 200+ Co-Living Doors Built 02:00 Why Co-Living Is Bringing Cash Flow Back to Real Estate 04:20 What Is Co-Living Real Estate Investing? 06:00 Co-Living vs Traditional Rental Property Cash Flow 09:20 How to Identify the Perfect Co-Living Property 11:00 Square Footage Formula for More Rental Bedrooms 12:20 Neighborhoods That Work Best for Co-Living 14:00 Parking, Bathrooms, and Layout Considerations 15:30 How to Find Co-Living Deals on the MLS 17:10 Best Cities and Markets for Co-Living Investing 22:00 Converting Single Family Homes Into Co-Living Rentals 25:30 Tenant Management Systems for Co-Living Houses 30:20 Avoiding Tenant Conflicts and House Rules 39:00 Pricing Rooms and Filling Vacancies Fast

Welcome back for S5E32 of Inside Cyclones Hockey!On this weeks special edition playoff episode, Mark Robinson is joined by a handful of guests to give you all the info you need for this weekends divisional playoff series vs. the Rochester Grizzlies. To start, Mark and Zach Serwe talk about the weekend schedule, our promotional giveaway for Saturday's home game, and where you can purchase your tickets to lock in a confirmed spot at the home playoff game. Mark is then joined by three different Cyclones skaters to break down the upcoming playoff series. Davis Polifka, Aaron Nale, and Truman Zerse give their perspective on the upcoming weekend series and how the Cyclone can prevail. Finally, Mark is joined by assistant coach of the Wausau Cyclones Luke Meyer to hear his insight on the upcoming playoff series, and how the Cyclones can control the weekend from his perspectiveNow, from the Eye of the Cyclone…Intro: (1:06-1:56)Playoff Promotions with Zach Serwe: (2:04-21:40)Special Edition Player Interview: (22:36-45:18)Luke Meyer Interview: (47:14-59:54)Playoff Schedule:Friday, March 13th: Wausau @ Rochester, 7:00 P.M. puck dropSaturday, March 14th: Rochester @ Wausau, 7:10 P.M. puck dropSunday, March 15th (IF NEEDED): Wausau @ Rochester, 1:00 P.M. puck dropWeekend Promo Schedule:Saturday, March 7th: Fan Appreciation Night presented by Kolbe Windows and Doors with Cyclones Socks Giveaway. (First 500 fans)Doors at 6:10 and puck-drop at 7:10, tickets available at wausaucyclones.com or at the door (only if available, we will not sell you a ticket/grant you admission if we are sold out).PLAYOFF TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED HERE: wausaucyclones.com/playoffs~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Printable Home Schedule: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/52524-2/Purchase Single Game, Group Tickets, Founders CLub & Flex Packages Here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/tickets-2/Don't Miss a Second of Cyclones Action this Season! Sign up for our Email Newsletter here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/newsletter/Tender Signings & Other News: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/category/news/  Make sure you follow the Cyclones across your favorite social media @WausauCyclones  You can find Mark on Instagram and TikTok @markrobinsonsports and X @markrobinsonn

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Garrett Maroon about how he sold 650+ homes with ZERO marketing spend.   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf sits down with Garrett Maroon, founder of the 2:10 Realty Group and a top 1% real estate team in Southeast Virginia. Garrett has closed over 650 homes without spending a single dollar on marketing or making cold calls—all through relationships and referrals.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

Welcome back for S5E31 of Inside Cyclones Hockey!On this weeks episode, Mark Robinson sits down with Cyclones defenseman Aaron Nale, to talk all things Cyclones hockey, from his favorite memories as a high school hockey player, to his tender with the Cyclones, Mark and Aaron cover all the nitty gritty of his life as a hockey player. Zach Serwe also joins the pod to go over promotional housekeeping items for the final week of the regular season, as well as home playoff information as the Clones gear up for the postseason. To close out the episode, Mark recaps the last two games against Rochester, and how heavy the playoff implications are becoming, in that it's highly likely the Cyclones will play Rochester in the first round of the playoffs.Now, from the Eye of the Cyclone…Intro: (1:02-1:48)Promotions with Zach Serwe: (1:56-24:58)Aaron Nale Interview: (25:44-55:16)Rochester Series Recap: (56:20-1:12:56)Weekend Promo Schedule:Friday, March 6th: $2 Beer Night & Clones Fishing Bobber Giveaway presented by Busch Light (First 250 fans)Saturday, March 7th: Fan Appreciation Night presented by Kolbe Windows and Doors with Cyclones Socks Giveaway. (First 500 fans)Doors at 6:10 and puck-drop at 7:10, tickets available at wausaucyclones.com or at the door (only if available, we will not sell you a ticket/grant you admission if we are sold out).HOME Playoff tickets can be purchased HERE~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Printable Home Schedule: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/52524-2/Purchase Single Game, Group Tickets, Founders CLub & Flex Packages Here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/tickets-2/Don't Miss a Second of Cyclones Action this Season! Sign up for our Email Newsletter here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/newsletter/Tender Signings & Other News: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/category/news/  Make sure you follow the Cyclones across your favorite social media @WausauCyclones  You can find Mark on Instagram and TikTok @markrobinsonsports and X @markrobinsonn

Welcome back for S5E230 of Inside Cyclones Hockey!On this weeks episode, Mark Robinson gives his Central Divsion Playoffs seeding predictions, and where he thinks the Cyclones will be seeded after the last two weeks of regular season hockey. Mark is also joined rinkside by Cyclones goaltender Tanner Bonjernoor, to talk all things Cyclones hockey as the season starts to wrap up. From tendering with the Cyclones three years ago, to now reminiscing on his final weeks with the team, Tanner's interview is filled with great stories and insight on the Cyclones success in both this season, and years past.Now, from the Eye of the Cyclone…Intro: (0:56:1:44)West Bend Series Recap: (1:52-21:42)Rinkside Interview with Tanner Bonjernoor: (22:50-50:28)Mark's playoff seeding predictions: (51:14-1:03:04)Weekend Promo Schedule:Friday, February 27th: Family Night presented by Festival Foods, up to 20% off game ticketsSaturday, February 28th: Celly Bobblehead Giveaway presented by Apirus HealthDoors at 6:10 and puck-drop at 7:10, tickets available at wausaucyclones.com or at the door (only if available, we will not sell you a ticket/grant you admission if we are sold out).~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Printable Home Schedule: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/52524-2/Purchase Single Game, Group Tickets, Founders CLub & Flex Packages Here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/tickets-2/Don't Miss a Second of Cyclones Action this Season! Sign up for our Email Newsletter here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/newsletter/Tender Signings & Other News: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/category/news/  Make sure you follow the Cyclones across your favorite social media @WausauCyclones  You can find Mark on Instagram and TikTok @markrobinsonsports and X @markrobinsonn

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Joe Killinger about how he made 5 million in 18 months (3 Times!).   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf sits down with real estate powerhouse Joe Killinger, a 30-year industry veteran who scaled three real estate companies to over $5 million in revenue—each in just 18 months. Joe shares his no-fluff playbook for building successful real estate businesses from scratch using cold calling, referral networks, content marketing, and smart hiring.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

Welcome back for S5E29 of Inside Cyclones Hockey!On this weeks episode, Mark Robinson interviews first line Cyclones forward Jackson Maddock. From the first time he wore a pair of skates, to his tender contract with the Cyclones, Mark and Jackson cover all the exciting moments of his hockey journey, as well as some other fun talking points. Mark also recaps the St. Louis series from last weekend, and previews what the Cyclones have coming up, with the Central Division standings extremely tight.Now, from the Eye of the Cyclone…Intro: (0:54-4:26)Jackson Maddock Interview (5:34-34:10)St. Louis Recap (34:54-53:24)Weekend Preview vs. West Bend: (53:56-1:07:34)Weekend Promo Schedule:Friday, February 20th: $2 Beer Night presented by BudweiserDoors at 6:10 and puck-drop at 7:10, tickets available at wausaucyclones.com or at the door (only if available, we will not sell you a ticket/grant you admission if we are sold out).~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Printable Home Schedule: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/52524-2/Purchase Single Game, Group Tickets, Founders CLub & Flex Packages Here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/tickets-2/Don't Miss a Second of Cyclones Action this Season! Sign up for our Email Newsletter here: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/newsletter/Tender Signings & Other News: https://www.wausaucyclones.com/category/news/  Make sure you follow the Cyclones across your favorite social media @WausauCyclones  You can find Mark on Instagram and TikTok @markrobinsonsports and X @markrobinsonn

On this episode of Money Mondays, Dan Fleyshman brings the show's core theme—how to make more money, save more money, and invest more money—to life with Fanbasis founder/CEO Yash Daftery and Founders Club co-founders Chris Meade (CROSSNET) and Aaron Spivak (Hush). They dive into practical ways creators and internet entrepreneurs can turn audiences into real revenue through digital products, smarter payments, and higher AOV, plus what it really takes to build a high-trust founder network that unlocks better relationships, deals, and opportunities. You'll also hear Dan's takes on investing discipline, evaluating opportunities, and giving back in ways that create visible, meaningful impact.

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Flipping Boston Star Dave Seymour on How To Raise Money In Any Market.   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360     Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Lon Welsh about 2026 Real Estate Market Predctions and the Data To Back It Up.   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf interviews Lon Welsh to break down his expert predictions for the 2026 real estate market. They cover home prices, interest rates, inventory, and the top opportunities for agents and investors heading into the new year. If you want to stay ahead in 2026, don't miss this one.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev   Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

Happy New Year! Wow. I woke up this morning, obviously needed to process this wild year. So I wrote about my year and decided to turn it into this week's podcast. My word of the year is Authentic and so why not share now? Here it is, the untold and uncut version! This year couldn't of happened without me being alcohol-free and all of the deep work I have done up until this point. I have build years of resiliency to have been able to navigate this year as best as I possibly could. I hope you enjoy! Also, JOIN THE ALIVE AF! membership for the Dry January Challenge, enrollment is open until January 2nd! Don't miss! Let's start to build your resiliency NOW! Thanks for being here, always! Cheers to a healthy, happy, and Alive AF! 2026! Join the Dry January Challenge and start 2026 lit up from the inside. Doors close January 2nd!www.angelamascenik.com/dryjanuarychallenge2026Click the link to find out how you can join The Founders Club for The Magic House in Portugal:https://www.angelamascenik.com/magichousefounderscircle Tags:Stop Over-drinking, Angela Mascenik, stop drinking podcast, how to feel, how to overcome addiction, how to drink less wine, change your relationship with alcohol, coach for women who want to drink less alcohol, help to stop over-drinking, stop over-drinking, life coach to help stop over-drinking, self-love, importance of self-love, online membership to stop over-drinking, program to help quit alcohol, how to quit drinking, spouses, partners, food, overeating, moderation, sober retreat, how to prioritize yourself, make yourself a priority to drink less, mental health, mental health and alcohol use, mental health awareness month, how to stop over-drinking, how to stop drinking so much wine, life coach for women who drink too much, use humor to drink less, drink less, where do I start, sober retreat, how to stop over-drinking, how to drink less alcohol, Am I an alcoholic?, why do I drink so much, how to feel your feelings, how to stop the cycle of drinking too much, coaching for women who want to drink less, life coach for drinking less alcohol, stop over-drinking and start living, Magic House, magic, Dry January, Dry January in Alive AF!, 2025 reflections