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ETHAN MINTON is not your normal 12-year old. In fact, I would call him wise beyond his years. With the help of his mom Meleasa, Ethan took the Covid pandemic to turn his love for reading into something special. On ETrainTalks.Com, this soon-to-be middle schooler does it all. Reviews books. Visits schools. Hosts his own podcast interviewing book authors. And through all of this he has found a way to give back by organizing book drives. Like I said, he is wise beyond his years.

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Ethan |  "I love being able to talk to young people like Ethan. They represent the hope I have in the future. This young man has a bright future and I can't wait to see what lies on the road ahead for Ethan."

Our Connection |  We have a few. Ethan has participated in my Buzzardball Summer League Basketball program. I will also be the DJ for his upcoming Bar Mitzvah.

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• Website | ETrainTalks.Com
• Podcast on YouTube | Click Here

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LAUREN WRIGHT cannot wait until July 1st. That will start the beginning of her journey as the owner of Tricks Gymnastics. And the bonus is that she will share ownership with her husband Brian. The couple of almost two years met at Tricks. Lauren just celebrated her 11th Anniversary with Tricks. Put it all together and it's, in my eyes, a recipe for success! 

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Lauren Wright |  "How exciting is this? To be able to speak to someone like Lauren, who is ready to celebrate something pretty special. Small business ownership with her husband Brian. There is no doubt that this dynamic duo will take an already successful Tricks franchise to a whole new level."

Our Connection |  Well ... I will start with that my kids, who attended Tricks as youngsters (which has been in business since 1990). While Lauren hadn't arrived on the scene yet, I met Lauren and Brian at a backyard party I was hosting as a DJ. Conversation led to an invitation to be the DJ at Lauren + Brian's wedding. Epic it was on October 8th, 2021 at Haggin Oaks Pavilion. We have been friends since!

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TRICKS LOCATIONS in Sacramento, Folsom, and Granite Bay
Lauren + Brian's Sacramento Location
4440 Marconi Avenue | Sacramento | 95821 | 916-481-4496 | [email protected]

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• Website | TricksGym.Com
• Instagram | @TricksGym

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GREG MOLINA is the lead vocalist for Sacramento Metalcore band "A Moments Notice." Formed in October 2021, Molina and his group are rising fast in the heavy metal world. And they are from SACRAMENTO! So cool. Greg shares everything about the band and his amazing journey that includes the introduction to hard core in his teens to his stint in the Army where he was in the same Ops Group that was featured in the movie "Blackhawk Down" to having a family and NOW being exactly where he was meant to be!  

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Greg Molina |  "This is absolute bucket list material for me. As much as I love heavy metal myself, I have always wondered how screamers are able to sustain their voice the way they do. Today is that day and so much more."

Our Connection |  Chance indirect encounter. Greg is a barber at Jimmy's Garage downtown. On the same day, my son Max and I were getting a haircut. While I was with Travis, Max was with Greg. Max told me afterward that Greg was a lead singer of a band. On our way home, we looked up the band, played their song "Offerings" and were blown away. I reached out to Greg via Instagram and here we are!

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BAND MEMBERS
Greg Molina - Vocalist
Ben Brown - Guitar, Vocals
Thomas Ventura - Guitar
Sergio Vega - Bass
Ethan Lane - Drums

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• Instagram | @AMomentsNoticeOfficial
• Spotify | Listen Here
• Facebook | A Moments Notice
• OFFERINGS (The Song That Made Me A Fan) | YouTube Video

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KERRY WOOD loves May 5th and it doesn't have anything to do with Cinco de Mayo. For 13 years, the Big Day of Giving in the Sacramento area is a BIG THING. Wood is the CEO of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation and as CEO is in charge of this annual event. What is the Big Day of Giving? It's an opportunity for the Sacramento region to support the non-profits in the area. Consider the numbers. Since its inception in 2013, the Big Day of Giving has raised over 78 million dollars, including a record 13.4 million that was raised last year. This year, a record 760 organizations will benefit from donors like you and I.

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Kerry Wood |  "Kerry is another strong leader in the community. With her small, but mighty team, they are able to put together that truly is a proud tradition that takes place in our region. Through our conversation, I can sense the passion that Kerry has for her job!"

Our Connection |  Kerry's son Dylan attended my basketball camp as a kid and even had the opportunity to serve as a coach at my annual summer camp.

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FUN FACT | You can give starting today OR on the Day of the event scheduled for Friday May 5th, 2023!

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• Website | BigDayofGiving.Net
• Instagram | @BigDayofGiving

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KIM GUSMAN is the President and CEO of the California Employers Association. What is the CEA you ask? Gusman, along with her 24 amazing team members are a not-for-profit association that currently serves 22,000 businesses throughout California with countless services. It's the best kept secret that shouldn't be a secret for anyone who runs a business. The best part? The service is $99 a month. In addition, Kim shares her story on how she took the CEA from a make it or break it situation to what it is today. She is truly a strong leader in our area!

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Amy Brown |  "I knew next to nothing about this subject when I entered my conversation with Kim. She did such a great job describing the CEA and all the incredible services it offers businesses in Sacramento. These are the conversations I love to have where I walk away learning something new!"

Our Connection |  Big THANK YOU to Stephanie Neely, who is the marketing director for the CEA. She reached out to me by email. It was that simple.

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FUN FACT | 70 percent of CEA's clients are Small Businesses  (50 employees or less)

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• Website | Employers.org
• Instagram | @Ca_Employers
• YouTube Channel (Check This Out) | Click Here

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First Look on YouTube | Song Reaction Videos

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Website | buzzardball.com

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ANCIL HOFFMAN Golf Course is a gem when it comes to golf courses in the greater Sacramento area! Located in the heart of a park near the American River, Ancil Hoffman offers a beautiful track for its players. Today ETB speaks to General Manager Asa Jennings, who gives us a behind-the-curtain look at Ancil Hoffman Golf Course. You will get the history, the Hole 1-18 layout, the amenities, and the personal story of Jennings. This is the first of what we hope are many golf course spotlights on Experience the Buzz.

NOTE | Something New on Experience the Buzz 🐝
Today represents the first installment of our GOLF COURSE SPOTLIGHT series. We hope to use today's episode as a blueprint to highlight other amazing golf courses in the Greater Sacramento area and beyond. I want to thank my son Toph Buzzard for helping set up this interview and being a part of the fun. Stay tuned!

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Ancil Hoffman Golf Course |  "It made sense that we started this new series with Ancil Hoffman Golf Course. Bias aside, it truly is the best golf course in the area and for the right price. It has iconic holes and is a great golf course to walk. Excited to share it with you."

Our Connection |  I grew up playing Mather AFB and Cordova Golf Course. When I got married and moved into the Carmichael area, I gravitated toward Ancil Hoffman and let's just say ... it was love at first sight! In addition, Jennings knows my dad Mel Buzzard from his days of running Mather Golf Course. Small world 🌎.

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Address | 6700 Tarshes Drive | Carmichael | 95608

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• Website | GolfAncilHoffman.Com
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HOST STEVE BUZZARD and BANTER BRO (and son) MAX BUZZARD get the first crack at discussing the Sacramento Kings making the NBA Playoffs for the first time in 16 years. The streak was the longest in sports (which now belongs to the NFL New York Jets with 12 straight non-playoff seasons) until the Kings playoff-clinching 120-80 win over the Portland Trailblazers. Other topics on today's episode include Opening Day in Baseball, the NCAA Final Four, and the upcoming Masters Golf Tournament.

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• Archives -- Episode 3 with Tim Collom (ETB's First Guest) | LISTEN HERE
• Archives -- Episode 4 with Jason Ross | LISTEN HERE
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• Instagram | @experiencethebuzzpodcast
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HOST STEVE BUZZARD and PRODUCER MICHAEL KNOBBE are the force behind Sacramento's rising podcast called Experience the Buzz. With over 100 guests who have been the show, ETB takes a pause. A pause to reflect on the podcasts beginnings and where ETB is headed. And the episode comes with a little twist. Knobbe is the host and Buzzard will do his best not to step on his toes. Fun episode!

Our Connection |  Michael and I met during the pandemic and worked together on three virtual auctions. Michael, who was living in Southern California, decided to move to Northern California. Knobbe, who enjoys the podcast format, reached out and asked if the show would like a producer. Without hesitation, Buzzard said yes and the rest is history.

The video version of this episode is ALSO AVAILABLE on YOUTUBE.  Check it out and be sure to SUBSCRIBE (this will allow you to get notified of ALL new ETB episodes as they are released) -- ETB with  Sarina Paulson

• Experience the Buzz launched in January 2021
• ETB's First Guest was Realtor/Artist Tim Collom
• Michael Knobbe arrived at Episode 80 when ETB launched its YouTube Channel. Our first video version of ETB featured Kimo + Dakota of Fruit Frenzie
• New Format started with Episodes 116 and 117 featuring Sarina Paulson. Still one interview ... now split into two episodes
• Coming Soon is a new feature called "Follow Up" where I revisit with some of our original guests to see where they are now.

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• Website | Buzzardball.Com
• Instagram | @buzzardballexperience 
• Instagram | @experiencethebuzzpodcast
• ETB on YouTube | Click Here
• Heavy Metal Thunder's FIRST LOOK with Steve Buzzard | Click Here

Experience the Buzz can be found on all podcast platforms
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Steve Buzzard also hosts the following:
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First Look on YouTube | Song Reaction Videos

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Website | buzzardball.com

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SARINA PAULSON is an entrepreneur and small business owner you need to hear. Paulson, who attended St. Mel, St. Francis, and Sac State, is the owner of the successful Willo Salons in Sacramento, Roseville, Fair Oaks, and Elk Grove. Her success is no secret. Starting in November 2019, Willo Salons has quickly become a household name in the areas it represents. It all started by watching her mom as a young business owner. That was followed by a 15-year career with JC Penney. Paulson is a true representative of small business done great. You are in for a treat.

NOTE | New Format Starts Today for Experience the Buzz 🐝
Every Interview will feature TWO parts. Today, you get the second half of my conversation. I encourage you to jump back an episode and check out Part 1 of my conversation with Sarina. Put it together and you have the same ETB experience!
The research shows that the podcast listener (including myself) enjoy shorter episodes. And while I never want to cheat the interview, I think this could be the solution. Let me know what you think.

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Sarina Paulson |  "This is an example of another powerhouse small business owner in Sacramento. It was so enjoyable to hear Sarina's story. No surprise she has been successful with her business adventure. It inspires me as an entrepreneur."

Our Connection |  A friend of mine Koula Fotopoulos gets credit for this connection. Koula e-mailed me and suggested a conversation with Sarina. Turns out I do indeed know Sarina and her family. What I didn't know is what she does. So glad the connection happened.

The video version of this episode is ALSO AVAILABLE on YOUTUBE.  Check it out and be sure to SUBSCRIBE (this will allow you to get notified of ALL new ETB episodes as they are released) -- ETB with  Sarina Paulson

Sacramento | in Loehman's Plaza at 2527 Fair Oaks Blvd
Roseville | in Fountains at 1198 Roseville Pkwy #130
Fair Oaks | in Quail Point Shopping Center at 5259 Sunrise Blvd
Elk Grove | 9620 Bruceville Road

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• Website | WilloSalons.com
• Instagram | @WilloAveda
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• Sarina Paulson featured in Sacramento Magazine | Faces of Sacramento

Experience the Buzz can be found on all podcast platforms
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Steve Buzzard also hosts the following:
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Website | buzzardball.com

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SARINA PAULSON is an entrepreneur and small business owner you need to hear. Paulson, who attended St. Mel, St. Francis, and Sac State, is the owner of the successful Willo Salons in Sacramento, Roseville, Fair Oaks, and Elk Grove. Her success is no secret. Starting in November 2019, Willo Salons has quickly become a household name in the areas it represents. It all started by watching her mom as a young business owner. That was followed by a 15-year career with JC Penney. Paulson is a true representative of small business done great. You are in for a treat.

NOTE | New Format Starts Today for Experience the Buzz 🐝
Every Interview will feature TWO parts. Today, you get to experience the first half. Next week I will bring you the second half.
The research shows that the podcast listener (including myself) enjoy shorter episodes. And while I never want to cheat the interview, I think this could be the solution. Let me know what you think.

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Sarina Paulson |  "This is an example of another powerhouse small business owner in Sacramento. It was so enjoyable to hear Sarina's story. No surprise she has been successful with her business adventure. It inspires me as an entrepreneur."

Our Connection |  A friend of mine Koula Fotopoulos gets credit for this connection. Koula e-mailed me and suggested a conversation with Sarina. Turns out I do indeed know Sarina and her family. What I didn't know is what she does. So glad the connection happened.

The video version of this episode is ALSO AVAILABLE on YOUTUBE.  Check it out and be sure to SUBSCRIBE (this will allow you to get notified of ALL new ETB episodes as they are released) -- ETB with  Sarina Paulson

Sacramento | in Loehman's Plaza at 2527 Fair Oaks Blvd
Roseville | in Fountains at 1198 Roseville Pkwy #130
Fair Oaks | in Quail Point Shopping Center at 5259 Sunrise Blvd
Elk Grove | 9620 Bruceville Road

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• Website | WilloSalons.com
• Instagram | @WilloAveda
• Download the App | Click Here
• Sarina Paulson featured in Sacramento Magazine | Faces of Sacramento

Experience the Buzz can be found on all podcast platforms
Apple Podcasts | Spotify Podcasts| YouTube Channel

Steve Buzzard also hosts the following:
NEW! | Let's Talk Weddings Podcast
First Look on YouTube | Song Reaction Videos

Instagram | @buzzardballexperience | @buzzardballhoops
Website | buzzardball.com