Jen Next Door Podcast

Cleaning your trash cans is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of home maintenance. However, neglecting this task can lead to unpleasant odors, pests, and an overall unclean environment. 

Ethan Hardinger has solved that issue for you! 

Meet Ethan Hardinger, the founder of Bubble Bins LLC, who turned a dirty problem into a clean solution. After years in real estate, he discovered the need for trash bin cleaning and launched a business that not only cleans but adds a sprinkle of fun to the process! 

Ethan’s journey didn’t begin in the sanitation space. Like many ambitious professionals, he started out in real estate, building a career in a competitive and often unpredictable market. But what sets Ethan apart is his willingness to pivot and step into something unexpected. 

One of the most impressive parts of Ethan’s story is how he approached the operational side of the business. He didn’t just create a service, he built a system. 

From optimized routes to efficient water usage and scalable processes, Bubble Binz is designed to run smoothly and consistently. This level of structure has allowed the business to grow rapidly while maintaining high-quality service.

Because of that, Ethan is now able to expand Bubble Binz into a franchise model. He's opening the door for other entrepreneurs to step into a proven system. For those looking to start a business with clear demand, operational support, and a unique niche, this presents a compelling opportunity.

Bubble Binz is about creating value in places others ignore. And sometimes, that’s exactly where the biggest opportunities live.

Connect with Ethan! 

• Website: https://www.bubblebinz.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bubblebinz

You can connect with me as well! 

• Website: https://www.jennextdoor.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpod/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpod

Have Courage and Take Action!

When it comes to entrepreneurship in Southern Arizona, one organization stands out: Startup Tucson. As the CEO, Liz Pocock, shares her insights, we learn how this grassroots initiative has evolved to meet the needs of local innovators. 

Liz Pocock grew up in Needles, California, where her entrepreneurial spirit was ignited by her parents, who owned a pharmacy and farm. After completing her education in human development and anthropology, she pivoted to law, focusing on international business. Her journey brought her to Tucson, where she has shaped Startup Tucson for nearly a decade.  

The work being done at Startup Tucson is a testament to the power of community-driven initiatives in fostering innovation. As Liz Pocock leads the charge, the organization continues to shape the future of entrepreneurship in Southern Arizona, proving that with the right support, anyone can turn their ideas into reality.

This month you can attend the TENWEST event in Tucson! It’s a 3 day conference focusing on marketing/branding, emerging technology, navigating change, arts and community, and consumer products. There will be all different networking opportunities and over 60 sessions. They are also featuring key note speaker Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine. You do NOT want to miss this event! 

Listeners of the podcast can get $50 off either a Festival Insider Pass or an All-Conference Pass (note: day passes aren’t included in this special).

Here’s how to redeem it:

1. Go to www.tenwest.com/2026tickets
2. Choose either the Festival Insider or All-Conference pass
3. Use promo code: JenTW at checkout
4. And that’s it — we’ll see you at TENWEST!

Connect with Liz! 

• Website: https://www.startuptucson.com/
• TENWEST: https://www.tenwest.com/ 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuptucson

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

• TENWEST tickets!!! https://www.tenwest.com/2026tickets
• Ray Rays: https://rayrayssonoran.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopK-IV4Kn-MqoWxy2esh638kcUGaIKnfmbDf82d7yJMhN234msU
• BillLight: https://www.billightpool.com/
• Good Hang: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-hang-with-amy-poehler/id1795483480

You can connect with me as well! 

• Website: https://www.jennextdoor.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpod/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpod

Learn/Build/Grow

Chad Nikkel, a dynamic entrepreneur, business coach, and the President of the Arizona Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) and I sit down for a fun chat! In this episode, Chad opens up about his journey in business—from the early days of building and leading companies to his evolution into a sought-after business coach helping others achieve growth and balance. His story is packed with lessons about resilience, leadership, and the power of community.

As a coach and EO leader, Chad offers practical insights on how entrepreneurs can scale their businesses, lead with purpose, and build strong processes that foster long-term success. His passion for helping others is amazing, and he shares actionable advice that listeners can apply right away. This episode is one you won’t want to miss.

Tune in now to hear Chad’s story, his hard-earned wisdom, and his genuine desire to help others grow in business and life. Listen wherever you hear podcasts! 

Connect with Chad! 

• Website: https://nextlevelgrowth.com/chad-nikkel/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadnikkel/

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

• Entrepreneurs Organization - https://eonetwork.org/?scLang=en
• YPO - https://www.ypo.org/
• Andrew Huberman - https://www.hubermanlab.com/
• Big Bang Theory 
• Big Brother 
• Gateway Trailhead - https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/gateway/ 
• Piestewa Peak Trails - https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/parks/activities-facilities/trails/piestewa-peak-dreamy-draw/piestewa-trails.html
• Dicks Hideaway - https://www.richardsonsnm.com/dicks-hideaway-1
• Zinc Bistro - https://www.zincbistro.com/

You can connect with me as well! 

• Website: https://www.jennextdoor.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpod/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpod

Return on Life is the real ROI 

From girl scouts to meeting Vice President Harris, Alex Bradberry has crushed it every step of the way! There is a reason why The Sparkle Bar has made it for 10 years. It’s because she is fierce and has the determination to get sh*t done. I definitely look up to her for inspiration and once you hear her story, so will you. 

On the episode we talk about her journey at Sparkle Bar. What led her there and where she plans to go next. She shares the steps it took to get to where she is now. That includes changing the legislative law and impacting others. Alex has such a passion and positive energy that I have no doubt she will go far. Listen wherever you hear podcasts and stop by her brick and mortar for a glam day! 

Connect with Alex! 

• Website: https://thesparklebar.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesparklebar
• Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexbradberry/
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrabradberry

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

• Phoenix Art Museum: https://phxart.org/
• Powerhouse Women: https://powerhousewomen.co/
• Copper Club: https://copperclubaz.com/
• Foundress: https://foundress.co/
• Small Business Administration: https://www.sba.gov/
• Institute for Justice: https://ij.org/
• *Podcasts To Check Out: My First Million, Powerhouse Women, How I Built This, Goldman Sachs Morning Cup, Earn Your Leisure 

You can connect with me as well! 

• Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcast

Shine On! 

If you are looking for recommendations on what’s happening around the Valley, Aiesha Beasley is the go to woman! She is an Arizona content creator that shares her life, fashion and experiences on Tik Tok and Instagram. Her fun and bubbly personality has given her about 90K followers on Instagram and 154K on Tik Tok so she must be doing something right! Her many years of working on her content has made her knowledgeable about Arizona life!

On the podcast we talk about her journey from the corporate world to the creative online space. She talks about what it takes to become a full time content creator. Aiesha also shares how she got to work with big brands like Bumble, Dove, and Enterprise. I took a lot of good tips from her! From what to look for in a contract, what the social media trends are, and what it takes to be a successful content creator. Listen wherever you hear podcasts and follow her on Tik Tok for everything Arizona!

Connect with Aiesha!

Website: https://aieshabeasley.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aieshabeasley

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aieshabeasley

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@aieshabeasley


Resources Mentioned in this Episode

Little Anthony’s: https://www.littleanthonysdiner.com/

Pigtails: https://www.pigtailscocktails.com/

Little Rituals: https://littleritualsbar.com/


You can connect with me as well!

Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcast


Don’t Overthink And Just Go For It!


** At the end of the episode I talk about Allison DeVane, owner of Teaspressa. You can check her out at https://teaspressa.com/

Inspired by the world around him, Adam Vigil, aka A-Bomb creates wonderful works of art to showcase around the valley. He started his career in 6th grade and continues to be an inspiration to his Chicano community and his family. He speaks on promoting unity, love and culture in everything he does.

A-Bomb and I talked about his journey from getting his nickname in 7th grade, recording music in Atlanta, losing his eye but persevering through that and sharing his gifts with us to this day. You can see his art at Ziggy’s, with the Phoenix Suns, and with State Forty Eight. Go listen wherever you hear podcasts and support him by following him on social media for future updates!

Connect with A-Bomb!

Website: https://abombtheartist.com/

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abombtheartist/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abombtheartist


Resources Mentioned in this Episode

Phoenix Suns Collaboration T-Shirt

State Forty Eight: https://statefortyeight.com/

Nandos Mexican Food: https://nandosmexicancafe.com/

Cesar Chavez Community Center: https://www.phoenix.gov/parks/recreation-and-community-centers/centers-c/cesar-chavez-community-center

Fair Trade Cafe: https://azfairtrade.com/

Ziggys Pizza Shop: https://ziggyspizzaphx.com/


You can connect with me as well!

Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcast


Be A Good Person, It’ll Change Your Day. And Accept, Not Just Give!  

Growing up, reading was one of my favorite things to do. As an adult I’ve lost that wonder and excitement for books but I definitely want it back. So this episode is extra special! I got to speak with Emily and Rachel, owners of Golden May Book Coaching. They help fiction writers level up their stories, grow their skills and create a community of like minded people.

Both Emily and Rachel bring in their unique backgrounds and skills to become a great team. On the podcast we talk about their background. They have an interesting story of how they met on Twitter and have only met in person a handful of times. We talk alot about mindset and how much we all overthink. If you want to start a business, personal growth is the best thing you can do! So go listen wherever you hear podcasts!

Connect with Emily and Rachel!

Website: https://goldenmayediting.com/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/goldenmayedit/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldenmayedit/

Rachel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookcoachrachel/

Emily Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilygoldenedits/


Resources Mentioned in this Episode

Joyful Marketing: https://www.simonegraceseol.com/joyfulmarketing

Book Recommendations

Circe,  The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, All The Rage, Iron Widow, The Witch Collector, Caraval Legendary Finale Stories, Spells For Forgetting, The Scorpio Races, A Clash of Steel


You can connect with me as well!

Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcast


Find a coach who will support you in taking your business to the next level! And Just Write! 

You might not realize it everyday but we are so fortunate to have the mobility to tackle the goals and dreams we strive to achieve. Some individuals need a little more help and that’s where Ray and Zach (co-founders) from Biomotum come in. They have created a robotic exoskeleton system that helps anyone suffering from mobility issues thrive. Biomotum is a life changing technology!

Interviewing Ray Browning was really fun for me because I took a lot of great advice from him. He has lived many lives, like being a former triathlete, being on television, product developer for many companies, working for Nike (and getting fired), professor, and engineer. We talk about how Biomotum is changing lives, how to pitch to investors, how to make networking more efficient and effective, and talking about his dreams of opening a jazz bar and bike shop!

This episode is jam packed with great information so listen wherever you hear podcasts!

Connect with Ray!

Website: https://www.biomotum.com/

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ray-browning/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biomotum_health/


Resources Mentioned in this Episode

New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/

Angel MD: https://angelmd.com/

Out Stealing Horses Book: https://www.graywolfpress.org/books/out-stealing-horses

Lean Startup Book: https://theleanstartup.com/book


You can connect with me as well!

Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcast


Do Something That Matters and Be Nice!

For my first episode of 2023 I had the pleasure to interview Kita Centella, owner of Loose Leaf Market. She sells all natural loose herbs, and blends that help promote a healthy lifestyle and support any healing you may need. She and her team make small batches of fresh teas at her Phoenix shop. Check out her Instagram because she goes over some fun facts about all her teas!

In the episode Kita and I discuss, the importance of New Year goals, our need to connect with nature, how to reprogram our thoughts to live better lives. We also go over her journey with working for a herb store, taking it over and now being the owner of her own business. Lastly, we talk a bit about how marketing is so important in growing your business. Listen wherever you hear podcasts!

Connect with Kita!

Website: https://looseleafteamarket.com/

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/looseleafteamarket/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@looseleafteamarket


Resources Mentioned in this Episode

The House of Dawn: https://houseofdawn.org/

Pinnacle Global Network: https://pinnacleglobalnetwork.com/

Changing Hands Bookstore: https://www.changinghands.com/

The Tiger and The Cage Book: https://softskull.com/dd-product/the-tiger-and-the-cage/


You can connect with me as well!

Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com/about

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcast


Use The Power Of Plants To Heal Your Body!

Today I spoke with Steve Koyle, founder of Elephant Care Unchained. It is a nonprofit that is dedicated to eliminating cruelty and improving elephant welfare in their native countries. Steve is one of the most selfless and kind people I have ever met so please go support him but donating and learning more about his work on his website, linked below!

In the episode we talk about Steve’s journey to becoming a voice for elephants. Elephants are kind, passive animals that have dealt with the human population. There is less and less land for them to be free so we have to make an effort to treat them well where they are welcomed. Whatever you can do to help will be greatly appreciated! Also, check out his YouTube page, it’s so interesting seeing elephant’s nails being cut.

Connect with Steve!

Website: https://www.elephantcareunchained.com/

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elephantcareunchained/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QZsLs_Vdnn9Trg_Fgr7vg/featured


Resources Mentioned in this Episode

Check out some of the amazing elephant sanctuaries that Steve has worked with!!

Boon Lott’s Elephant Sancturary: https://www.blesele.org/

Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary: https://kselephantsanctuary.com/

Elephant Valley Project: https://elephantvalleyproject.org/


You can connect with me as well!

Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com/about

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcast


If You Want To Help, Help! But Do Your Research!