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MELISSA CAMILLERI started her career as a High School English Teacher. She loved teaching and being able to connect with her students. And then an idea that started as a fundraiser turned into a small business called Shop Compliment. That was 2011 and Melissa worked hard to ensure it was a success through fostering relationships and providing an amazing product (jewelry) and message (empowering young women). Through her journey, Melissa got married to husband Nick in 2015. That was followed by two boys that started the family (No. 3 is due in 2023 and it's a GIRL!). Then the pandemic hit. Melissa used the coaching leg of her business to develop what she has today called Stand for the And Education Company. Even more amazing is that she is co-owner with business partner Angela Greaser. Greaser lives in Maine and the two have never met in person. Today we get to hear Melissa's amazing journey and this amazing business she has created that truly has her stronger and better than ever!
HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Melissa Camilleri | "Melissa represents what the podcast is all about. She had an idea. Made it into a business. Got married, Had kids. And then took her initial idea and shifted into something different. She has entrepreneur written all over her. And the best part ... I love her positive attitude toward life. It shines in this episode. Our conversation hits THREE areas:
Our Connection | I was the DJ for Melissa and her husband Nick's wedding back in 2015 at the Firehouse Restaurant in Downtown Sacramento. Let's just say it was an EPIC night of celebration. That led to being the DJ at Melissa's brother's wedding in 2017. Along the way, I have tracked Melissa and her success as an entrepreneur. That's why she had to be on the show!
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 Melissa Camilleri
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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
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CRISTINA MENDONSA spent 22 years as the evening news anchor at News 10. A Carmichael native and a 30-year veteran in the world of news broadcasting, Mendonsa is currently the morning news anchor on the top morning show in Sacramento at KFBK and runs her own media company called Mendonsa Media. It is hard to believe that her and long-time co-anchor Dale Schornack sat in the News 10 chair for 19 years. But that all changed a few years ago when the company decided to go 'a different direction.' The two icons were no more. Didn't seem right. What is great about Cristina is that she could've been sad and gave up, but that simply isn't in her nature. You will love Cristina's story and will leave inspired!
HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Cristina Mendonsa | "This was truly an honor to have the opportunity to hear Cristina's journey. it was really good and full of incredible wisdom. I love the fact that each decision in her TV broadcasting career was intentional. We are truly fortunate to have Cristina showcase her talents here in Northern Calfironia. Our conversation hits THREE areas:
Our Connection | I can actually say that I have never had the chance to meet Cristina until our conversation. We connected through social media and Cristina was very kind to offer her time to do the podcast. I am glad she came aboard and shared her story.
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 Cristina Mendonsa
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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
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BLAKE MCCALL has a great story to tell. McCall is the owner of the award winning Blake Charles Salon (formerly Joseph Cozza Salon) with locations in San Francisco and Granite Bay. Here is the best part. Going into the industry back in 2018, McCall knew nothing about hair salons. But what the Sacramento native was good at was professional development and what he has done in four years with a pandemic thrown in the middle of things has been truly remarkable and impressive. So how did he do it? We find out that answer and more today.
HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Blake McCall | "Blake is a great example of what the entrepreneur spirit is all about. I am really excited for anyone who loves entrepreneurship to listen to this episode. You will leave feeling inspired!" Our conversation hits THREE areas:
Our Connection | Blake and I go back over 20 years. I coached his brother in tee-ball at Eastern Little League. Blake was also one of my first assistant coaches at my Buzzardball Summer Camp back in the 90's. And lastly, I have taught his three daughters (Scarlett, Lily, and Taylor) at St. Michael's where I was a teacher for 26 years.
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 Blake McCall
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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
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KELLIE DeMARCO is a familiar face to many in the Sacramento area. For nearly nine years, DeMarco was the news anchor on KCRA Channel 3. Before Sacramento, she attended the University of Colorado and began her broadcasting career in Colorado Springs and Grand Junction before landing at Denver's KWGN. Once she got to Sacramento, it was clear that her talent shined as she earned Best Anchor Emmy's three times in her career as well as two Edward R. Murrow Awards for outstanding reporting. Then Kellie made a decision. She left TV news after 20 years for a new pursuit. Say hello to Kellie DeMarco Communications. How did DeMarco go from Colorado to California to a big shift in her life. We find out today.
HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Kellie DeMarco | "Kellie demonstrates the true entrepreneur spirit. She did something great for a solid 20 years. Within that, she was preparing herself for her current adventure where she could enjoy the balance of doing what she loves and maintaining a vibrant family life." "Today is full of great insights from Kellie!" Our conversation hits THREE areas:
Our Connection | My recollection is that we have met once along the way sharing a common friend Kara Turner, who I have DJ'd some family parties over the years.
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 Kellie DeMarco
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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
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SCOTT GILBERT has been doing his thing for 30 years! In 1992, a younger Gilbert opened Getta Clue Clothing Store which has been an institution in Sacramento when it comes to street fashion. In recent days, many might think of the iconic Spike Lee that serves as the entrance to Getta Clue in DOCO. The BIG NEWS is that Getta Clue is moving to Arden Fair to join Gilbert's other Clothing Store called Goodstock. This is nothing new to Gilbert, who shares that he has opened 21 different locations over the years. Today we find out his story.
In today's episode of Experience the Buzz, Host Steve Buzzard spends time with the Sacramento fashion icon"I am amazed, but not surprised that Scott has been at the forefront of something very unique. He certainly has the entrepreneur spirit and has found a way to do what he does very well and over a long span of time. That's success in my books. Our conversation hits THREE areas:
Our Connection | Scott's boys have participated in my Buzzardball Summer Camp. Scott also got me connected with Mike Steeze, who produces my favorite shirt (Sacramento Versus Everybody). Scott also gave me my first SVE t-shirt during the pandemic. Still have it to this day and have added at least seven more to the collection.
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 Scott Gilbert
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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
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RYAN DUEY and his business partner Michael Garrett are the owners of PLUNGE (It's a bath that has filtered water that starts at 39 degrees). With their business based out of Lincoln, California Duey and Garrett did something pretty unique. While at an X-Games Event, the duo was asked to go on the highly acclaimed show that entrepreneurs LOVE (including me) ... SHARK TANK! It gets better. They got a deal with Shark Robert Herjavec. Imagine that. And today ... we find out that story and what is behind the success of PLUNGE.
In today's episode of Experience the Buzz, Host Steve Buzzard gets giddy in his conversation with Duey, especially when it came to talking about the Shark Tank Experience. "It's one thing to go on SHARK TANK. It's completely another thing when you get a deal. I was in awe as Rob described the experience." Our conversation hits THREE areas:
Our Connection | I have a good friend Juan Beck who developed my websites. Juan purchased a PLUNGE bath a few months back. When I saw Ryan + Michael on Shark Tank I reached out to Juan. Beck shared with me that he knew the guys. Didn't take long to get connected and get Ryan on the podcast. I am grateful.
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 Ryan Duey of PLUNGE
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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
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AMY VARAIN is regarded as one of the top wedding coordinators in Northern California. And in today's episode you are going to see why. Why hire a wedding coordinator? What if I told you it makes a huge difference because in Amy's case, she is there from start to finish and will act as the bride's twin in ensuring a couple's vision for their wedding. Amy is amazing and today we get a closer look on the life as a wedding coordinator from Varain.
In today's episode of Experience the Buzz, Host Steve Buzzard allows Varain to take the reins and openly explain the importance of what she does "I told Amy I had expectations of how today's episode would go, and wouldn't you know ... it went over and beyond my expectations. That is the same thing that Amy shares with all of her couples ... going over and beyond." Our conversation hits TWO areas:
Our Connection | I worked with Amy for the first time at a wedding in August 2020. We discuss it in the podcast how impressed I was at how Amy was able to work with such ease. We have partnered together since that wedding and have logged a few more in a resurgent 2022 Wedding Season.
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 Amy Varain of Amy Varain Weddings
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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
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THE BANTER BROS PODCAST was the result of a group chat between four friends. Mostly sports-related, but truly no topic is off limits. I have had a peek into this craziness. And today, you get to meet the ORIGINAL FOUR. You know my sons Toph and Max Buzzard. They host the BANTER BROS PODCAST. Now add in Nick Hilton and Kirk Langley. That's right, we are bringing them to the podcast stage. Today is simple. Watch the Banter take place over some current sports topics.
In today's episode of Experience the Buzz, Host Steve Buzzard sits back and takes it all in. "My thought was simple. It made sense to bring the boys together. I had to put together large contracts to make it happen, but the good news is that we got it done. HAHA 😂" The BANTER looks like this.
Our Connection | Toph + Max are my boys. We have already addressed that one. I have known Nick since 3rd Grade and Kirk since 7th Grade. I have watched them grow up into fine young men.
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 The BANTER BROS GROUP CHAT
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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
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KATE POHL has always possessed the CREATIVE flair. She would put together special things for family and friends for special celebrations. That thoughtfulness turned into a business. And a good business it has been. Kate is a creative force when it comes to taking parties and celebrations to another level. This visual guy will tell you to go to her website at TheTinyDetails.Com and see for yourself. And today, you get to meet Kate and hear her story!
In today's episode of Experience the Buzz, Host Steve Buzzard pulls back the curtain on the fun life of a party theme coordinator. "Nothing is off limits when it comes to what Kate is able to create. And I love that she says that each party is her favorite. That tells me one thing -- she cares!" Our conversation hits TWO areas:
BANTER BROS ARE BACK! 🏀 This week's installment of the Banter Bros focuses on the following subjects.
Our Connection | I met Kate when she had her very first party as a professional. It was a basketball-themed party and I remember how impressed I was with the 'detail' that was put into the items that accompanied the party. It was certainly a step above anything else I have ever seen at a kid birthday party!
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 Kate of The Tiny Details
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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
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MY BOYS TOPH + MAX BUZZARD are back! In February 2021, my sons launched the Banter Bro's sports podcast. They got a solid 10 episodes in and then ... life happened. Today is an attempt at reviving what I think was a great podcast format. The Banter! If you are a sports fan or just like fun conversation, then you have come to the right place!
In today's episode of Experience the Buzz, Host Steve Buzzard jumps in with the Banter Bros. "One thing that has always been fun with my boys is our discussions centered around sports. I missed it the most when my boys moved out to be adults. But today ... I get it back." Our BANTER hits three areas:
Our Connection | Toph and Max are my sons. Haha. That one was easy!
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 The Banter Bros
ENJOY THE TALKING STORY! 🏝
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
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Introducing entrepreneur and Sacramento resident Steve Buzzard and his podcast, "Experience the Buzz." Join Steve as he interviews successful entrepreneurs from the Greater Sacramento area, delving…