Get Deep Podcast

Amy & Mike McQuery: co-owners of Half Pint Brewing Company! Join us for an unforgettable conversation with the two entrepreneurs that helped spearhead Minnesota’s very first farm brewery and taproom. Their journey to craft brewing is anything but typical; from the couple’s upbringing and their budding romance in Oregon to the journey to Minnesota, we loved hearing how these two bet on themselves and turned a hobby into a vocation. Stay tuned for minute 1:33:16, where Amy & Mike share their insights into the future of brewing

Emily Thiesse: head coach of Women’s Basketball at MSU Mankato (National Championship winners!) Join us for a wide-ranging conversation, starting with Emily’s earliest memories of the game with her father (a former basketball coach) and her journey to MSU’s winning 2023-24 season. From sports psychology to managing teammate relationships, our guest this week shares her insight into the complex dynamics of competitive sports. We couldn’t get enough of Emily’s perspective of the National Championship journey - today and always, go Mavs! Stay tuned for minute 1:38:02, where Emily explains the fuel and fire of the MSU Mankato Women’s Basketball team

Jared Day: co-founder and COO of Gigli and Nuleev! Join us for an engaging conversation spanning Jared’s growing wealth of entrepreneurial expertise. From building a brand from the ground up, the incredible benefits of collaborating, and the challenge of reinventing the wheel, we loved hearing the backstory of both our guest and the Gigli brand. Our guest opens up about his biggest challenges to date and the legal awareness needed to operate a THC-focused company. Stay tuned for minute 40:09, where Jared shares the scaling opportunities (and drawbacks) that come with using fresh ingredients

Tim Flynn - “Master Tim” - owner of Kato Karate! Join us as Tim shares his mission of peace through self-defense. From his earliest experiences of being bullied, Tim explains how the early breakdown of self-confidence can have lifelong mental, emotional, and even physical effects. His unique approach to the education of anti-bullying has brought him national acclaim - and positively affected countless lives. We loved hearing our guest’s origin story, his mentors along the way, and most memorable students. Stay tuned for minute 16:05, where Tim shares the strange, surreal dream that changed how he saw the value in his life

Ted Marti: president of August Schell Brewing Company in New Ulm! Ted’s roots in the brewery run deep; from his earliest memories of playing on the company grounds as a child to his first challenges as president, our guest and his family have kept the tradition alive (and thriving). Join us as Ted shares insights into his success with sustaining an exceptional brand - and keeping his community relationships strong. We loved hearing the rich history of Schells from the local expert! Stay tuned for minute 57:00, where Ted shares what he (really) keeps in the mansion on the brewery property

Tim Murray & Myron Erstad: community leaders and entrepreneurial experts! Join us for an incredibly open and honest conversation with two of our new favorite mentor figures. From intense involvement in 40+ startup opportunities to the journey to sobriety journey, we were thoroughly captivated by the expertise of our guests. Recounting big wins and big failures, this episode is perfect for the risk-taker in all of us. Stay tuned for minute 44:20, where Tim shares his take on the 71% success rate through the lens of recovery 

Maria Brown: third generation fine jewelry vice president and co-owner at Exclusively Diamonds! A Mankato native with deep roots in the community, Maria’s connections are astounding. Our guest shares how growing up in a highly successful entrepreneur family shaped how she sees the essential role of small businesses. From the pressure of keeping inventory moving during the Covid shutdown to spearheading new initiatives with social media outreach, we loved hearing our guest’s fresh take on ownership and client satisfaction. Stay tuned for minute 1:18:25, where Maria shares how Tudor and Rolex came into their collection of inventory. Tune in to Wine Wednesdays today with Exclusively Diamonds!

Cate DeBates: principal and chief strategy officer at NAI North Star, partner to boutique hotels Arch + Cable and Hotel Alexander! Join us for an incredible conversation with skillful entrepreneur Cate. From her earliest memories moving all over the country to her most recent ventures in the world of hospitality, we were captivated by our guest’s enthusiasm and wide variety of expertise. Cate shares how her philosophy of “a rising tide lifts all boats” has proven essential in both community growth and throughout her own personal life. Stay tuned for minute 1:41:40, where Cate explains some of the common misconceptions about commercial real estate agents 

John Couchot: Vice President of Alcohol Operations at Chankaska Creek Ranch, Winery and Distillery! Woodchucks. California. Biotech. NDAs. Kids. Micro-roasting. Chupacabras. Nike beer. Ed Hardy. From his first brewing experiences at the age of 15 to his journey to Minnesota, our guest this week has a fascinating story that crosses multiple careers all over the country! John’s engaging manner of storytelling and incredible wealth of experience kept us captivated throughout the entire conversation. With his willingness to experiment and “why not give it a try” attitude, his journey of success has been truly remarkable. Stay tuned for minute 1:24:57, where John shares his most memorable tattoo stories from his time as an artist

Pete Matejcek: owner and president of Schmidt Siding and Window! Meeting the needs of the client in their own home is a responsibility that Pete accepts as a vocational calling. With a deep-rooted passion for exceeding the client’s needs, our guest has established himself as a key figure in the Southern Minnesota home improvement industry. Join us as we dive deep into Pete’s earliest memories as a Mankato native, how his start as a siding installer informed his transition into sales, and his intense dedication to making music. Stay tuned for minute 1:14:30, where Peter shares the secret of his success at Schmidts