Finding Fire

Johannesburg to Duluth, MN, fútbol, culture, politics… what more could you ask for on a podcast episode?! 

We get to meet some amazing people on a daily basis through the Finding Fire Podcast. But, it’s not everyday we meet people from other countries. 

We had the privilege of being introduced to Brendan Dally, and got to learn about his amazing journey from being raised in South Africa, and how he’s continuing to pursue his dream of being a professional soccer player. 

Without a doubt, anyone who listens will takeaway something special from this episode!

"Marketing at its core is about positioning a product, service, or brand to a consumer, motivating them to take the action you want them to take, when you want them to take it." 
- Doug Zarkin, Chief Marketing Officer, Pearle Vision 

A few years ago we attended a conference where Doug Zarkin, Chief Marketing Officer at Pearle Vision,  was a keynote speaker. Doug  talked about the importance of branding, what a marketer is (beyond the textbook definition), and how to get into the mindset of a consumer to motivate them to take action.  We didn't get a chance to connect with Doug immediately after the conference, but we're so fortunate that he was willing to share his knowledge and insight on the Finding Fire Podcast. 

This conversation with Doug  reminds us why we are so passionate about marketing. Not only did we learn a lot about marketing and branding through this conversation, but we were able to get back to our own roots, both having our Master’s degree in marketing. It is evident that Doug is a prime example of someone who is living his passion day in and day out. 

“Copy is the fuel your business needs to move forward"

With the first episode of 2022, we bring you Freshly Brewed Copy with founder Leeza Ochsner. Often times when you hear the word copywriting, you may think of that © symbol you find at the bottom of a book, however that is not the type of copy we are talking about here.  In this episode we talked everything copy and how Leeza takes words and  "makes them dance," in order to help businesses thrive.  No matter what type of business you're in, you need copy, aka, the right words to convey the value your brand can bring to your customer.

Blessed with More provides memory boxes, bears, bags, blankets and books to area hospitals to bless families who have experienced the devastating loss of baby. Janelle & Nathan have two miracle daughters here in their arms – and five angels in Heaven. You can hear their journey through infertility and their triplet pregnancy  throughout this podcast. 

Please consider a donation today. Items can be donated in memory of a child. Thank you for helping us help others! 

Link for donation can be found at https://blessedwithmore.wordpress.com

Note: Audio Glitch from 01:31 to 06:36. Recorded in auditorium mode. Total Length 1:01:44

💙🔥Good Vibes and Marshmallows 💙🔥

On today’s episode of the Finding Fire Podcast, we sit down with Amy McMillan, Founder and Owner of The Minnesota Marshmallow. We’ve been looking forward to this episode because these homemade, gourmet marshmallows are absolutely incredible, and the story of turning this side hustle into a thriving business is even more delicious. 

Sit back and enjoy this conversation. Let’s have a toast to The Minnesota Marshmallow! 💙🔥

Two Hot Takes is a podcast where Morgan and her team of co-hosts  scavenge Reddit and the rest of the internet to give their two hot takes on the juiciest dating, relationship, life, and AITA stories.

Two Hot Takes Founder, Morgan, joins the Finding Fire Podcast. During this episode we talk about taking leaps of faith, capturing momentum when going viral, and scaling back when needed.  Hopefully you can learn from Morgan's story, laugh at the hilarious moments during this conversation  and feel ready to tackle the world once listening to this journey. 

Join us in an honest, come as you are conversation, with Joel Freeman, Fitness Trainer and Beachbody Super Trainer. He is someone who has pursued his passion, made a living out of it, all while pursuing health. Joel Freeman is someone who makes us feel like health and fitness are possible. He is someone who motivates. He is someone who is down to earth. Someone you would grab a glass of whiskey with on a Friday night. He is someone who will change your life. 

Join us, as we explore the concept of new beginnings, and taking leaps of faith with entrepreneurial  opportunities as well as growth and self actualization. 

Joel, we look forward to taking you up on getting that glass of whiskey when we are out visiting in Cali! 

Enjoy!

In this episode we sit down with Ryan Sistad, Executive Director, of Better In Our Back Yard. Better In Our Back Yard was created to provide organic, citizen-led forum content, educational resources and advocacy to support responsible industrial development projects and companies in northern Minnesota. Ryan and Better In Our Backyard advocate for projects and companies, including Enbridge’s Line 3 Replacement Project, PolyMet’s permitted NorthMet Project and Twin Metals Minnesota. Their mission is to strengthen northern Minnesota’s economy by advocating for responsible industrial development throughout the region.

In this episode we sit down with Dave Schaeffer, the Executive Director, of Chester Bowl in Duluth MN. Chester Bowl is one of Duluth’s greatest treasures. A forested, hilly oasis in the Central Hillside neighborhood, the park has provided a safe and welcoming environment for generations of Minnesotans in which to enjoy the great outdoors.

Dave thrives to  promote sustainable, quality programs for all Chester Bowl Park users in a healthy and safe environment. Dave and his team of two seek to promote healthy living through a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities. They aim to serve individuals and families from all socio-economic backgrounds. Chester Bowl strives to offer a friendly and safe environment to learn skiing and snowboarding, as well as provide year-round programming and events for people of all ages.

This is the FINALE, episode six of six, of the Yellow Bike Hero Roasts Series. During this episode we hear from Shaun, Zach, Jonny, Julie and Shannon. In this episode the group discusses overcoming hardships and uncertainty throughout their own journeys they've had to endure, as well as the last year during covid.  If you've listened to the past five episodes you've been able to hear their individual stories, but now they’re in one room, at one table, sharing  their stories together. Enjoy this episode, subscribe, follow, and please leave us a review.