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Today's guest is absolutely no stranger to a pub!  We welcomed Mr. Rob Shafer, the owner of the Sumblin' Monkey Brewery located in the Village of Victor, NY.  Rob and I discuss his early days starting off with a home brewing kit, to eventually taking the bold jump in opening a brewery of his own.  We talk about some of the changes the pandemic has brought to the business, Rob's favorite micro and mainstream beers and much much more!  For more info on The Stumblin' Monkey get on over to their website www.stumblinmonkeybeer.com and follow them on Facebook at @stumblinmonkey.  Cheers and enjoy! 

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Today we had the incredible Ellen Brenner in the pub with us! Ellen started and co owns the local Rochester and Buffalo area Fleet Feet stores with her husband and business partner "Boots."  Ellen and I discuss how they got started, how the pandemic has positively impacted the ways they do business and stick around for the end when we lay out our 3 Pandemic Playbook action steps.  For more information on Fleet Feet Rochester, please visit the wealth of resources they have at their website https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/rochester.  You can also join their Fleet Feet Rochester Facebook group or the Fleet Feet WNY Running is NOT Cancelled group.  Enjoy! 

On today's episode we welcomed Mr. Dave Wright, the Chairman of the Victor Hiking Trails Inc.  One of the most surprising things I learned is that there are over 65 miles of trail to explore and enjoy in Victor, NY.  Dave and I discuss how the organization got its start almost 30 years ago, ways to get involved with the trails and please tune in till the end when we outline our Pandemic Playbook action ideas.

For more information on the Victor Hiking Trails please visit https://victorhikingtrails.org/index.php, join them on Meetup at https://www.meetup.com/Victor-Hiking-Trails-Meetup/ and follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Victor-Hiking-Trails-108669392505576/

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Stay healthy and please be safe! 

After 6 months, we are finally getting back up and running with Season 3 - The Pandemic Playbook.  Today we briefly introduce the theme of Season which plays off of Season 2's "Wellness" theme. This season we are talking Fitness and the weaving of Mental, Physical and Financial fitness together.  Enjoy!  

On today's episode I am delighted to have Elsa Guenther in the pub with me.  Elsa is in the early stages of launching her health and wellness business and in today's environment, her insights and advice are invaluable.  We discuss how she got to Rochester, the impact of social media on our mental health, tips for daily wellness and so much more.  To contact or find out more about Elsa, please follow her on Instagram @ekg_roc or send her an email at [email protected]. 

Today I am joined by Ashley Robinson, the owner and founder of Spoke Cycle & Fitness Studio.  Ashley is a fellow S.U.N.Y Geneseo graduate like myself, but we saved most of the reminiscing for when the mic was off.  Ashley's entrepreneurial adventures have taken her from Geneseo to Rochester and then on to Boston.  Now back in the area, with kids in toe, Ashley planned, prepped and opened Spoke in May of 2019.   Our theme for this season is wellness, but our call to action is "just try it."  For more information and to get in for your first class, please visit www.spokecycleandfitness.com.

On today's episode we welcome Mandy Wolfram, the owner of  Victor Yoga Studio.  Mandy's studio has been a staple on Main St. Victor for the past 12 years.  I intentionally avoided all caffeine before our interview so I could be extra relaxed and ready to dive into the world of yoga.  We discuss where she grew up, how she got introduced to yoga and ultimately established Victor Yoga Studio.  My favorite part was in learning all the different variations of yoga classes, including one that integrates drinking beer while posing!  After listening and learning about the relaxed and welcoming environment the studio offers, I am going to dust off my yoga pants and give it another try.  I hope you enjoy this episode and please check out www.victoryogastudio.com or follow them on Facebook @victoryogastudio for more information. 

On today's episode we welcome Rachel Bantelman Evans, the owner of Lumos Infrared Sauna Studio in Victor, NY.  We discuss the role that sports has played in preparing her for entrepreneurship, the benefits of infrared sauna therapy, and what I would call a strong competitive advantage in having a strong partner (her husband Jordan) to complement your strengths.  For more information and to book your first sauna session, please visit www.lumosinfraredsauna.com.

Today we kick off our "Wellness" focused Season 2 with Mr. John Ingallina, the owner of the United Martial Arts Center located on School St. in Victor, NY.  John and I talk about all of the amazing programs they offer at UMAC including the Bullyproof children's program,  what differentiates Jiu Jitsu from other forms of martial arts, and you don't want to miss the end when John explains the five principles of physical self defense training.  For more information about UMAC please go to www.selfdefenesecenter.com.  

On today's episode we have Victor's very own Coach Steve! Coach Steve has been the town's Recreation Supervisor for almost 20 years and we hope he has at least 20 more left in him.  Coach Steve has been a positive influence and role model to over 30,000 kids over his 35 year long career.  He is as genuine as they come and a great example of finding a role and career that makes you happy. Enjoy!