Learning with Lerner

In this episode, Lindsey interviews Kelly Twichel, the founder and inventor of Access Tracks. Access Tracks is a portable pathway solution that instantly makes any outdoor area accessible for people who use mobility devices, parents with baby strollers, and vendors with heavy equipment. Kelly shares her story and the tips, tricks, and habits she's learned along the way as an occupational therapist and business owner. Kelly also shares a personal story of how a family event shaped her entire career and inspired her to start Access Tracks.

– Connect with Kelly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellytwichel

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Today's guest is Lisa Steele, fifth generation chicken keeper and expert, creative force behind Fresh Eggs Daily, popular destination for natural poultry keeping advice on the internet, and influential player in the backyard chicken keeping community.  Her work has been featured on The View, Martha Knows Best, HGTV, Dr. Oz, and the Hallmark Home and Family Show. Lisa shares her recipes using fresh eggs and produce from her farm in central Maine, where she lives with her husband, Corgi, tuxedo cat, and a mixed flock of nearly three dozen chickens, geese, and ducks.

Lisa shares tips and tricks for successful backyard chicken keeping and talks about the importance of sustainability and self-sufficiency in today's world.

To learn more about Lisa you can check her out and connect here: https://www.instagram.com/fresheggsdaily/

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Today's guest is Britt Rowe, who is a singer, creator, and influencer. She is also the creator of Hella Awkward, a conversation game designed to deepen connections and create memorable moments. In this episode, Lindsey and Britt discuss Britt's upbringing in Michigan, her love for musical theater, and her journey to New York to pursue her acting career. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show!

– Connect w/ Britt: https://www.instagram.com/hellawkwardcards

– Get yourself a deck: https://hellawkward.com/products/hella-awk-ward

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Jess DelVirginia, founder and principle of Insight Strategy, joins the show to discuss her journey and tips for building relationships in the PR industry. Jess talks about her first client, a kickboxing trainer, and how she learned the importance of relationships in the industry. She then shares her experience working in traditional PR and how it informed the way she runs her own business. Jess discusses the value of networking and building relationships with clients and other professionals in the industry. She also talks about the importance of setting boundaries and taking care of oneself in the fast-paced world of PR. Jess shares advice for those looking to start their own PR business or break into the industry. Subscribe, rate, and review the show to support the podcast and learn more about Jess and Insight Strategy.

Today's episode of Learning with Lerner we share about the journey and experiences of hip-hop artist, violinist, lyricist, composer, educator, activist, and film director, Big Lux. In this episode, we learn about Big Lux's unique path to becoming a full-time artist, including his time in the Army and his experiences in Korea that led to his artist name. We also hear about his upbringing as the son of two musicians and how the violin first entered his life.

Some key points discussed in this episode include:

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– Connect with Big Lux: https://bigluxviolin.com/

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On today's episode of Learning with Lerner we have Heather Rigney, owner of Orange Anchor Art School and author of the Merrow trilogy. Heather grew up in Buriville, Rhode Island and was raised on a farm where her parents raised pigs, turkeys, chickens, pheasants, geese, and more. Heather's father was a risk-taker and her mother was an auditor, creating a yin and yang dynamic in their household. Heather's interest in art began with drawing and painting, and she later received her BFA in illustration. After college, Heather worked as a graphic designer and eventually decided to open her own art school. Heather's art school, Orange Anchor, offers classes in various mediums including painting, drawing, and sculpture for kids and adults. Additionally, she also wrote and published the Merrow Trilogy, a series of fantasy novels. 

Heather believes in the importance of leading by example and encourages her students to find their own artistic style! 

– Connect with Heather: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-rigney-8b1627aa/

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This week's episode features Sandra Enos, the founder of Giving Beyond the Box, a company that curates gift boxes featuring products with social missions. Sandra is also a sociology professor and grew up in Rhode Island as the daughter of first generation immigrants. She attended Rhode Island College on a full scholarship and later received her PhD after a 25 year break. Sandra discusses the importance of education in her life and the role it played in her career path and personal growth. She also shares the story of starting Giving Beyond the Box and the social missions that drive the company.

Connect with Sandra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/givingbeyondthebox/

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This week's episode features Tracie Sweeney, a mentor, coach, and disruptor of preconceived notions about aging. Tracie grew up all over the United States and attended Indiana University for journalism. She had the opportunity to explore her interests in high school, including speech team and radio broadcasting. Her career has included work in journalism, public relations, and corporate communications. Now, Tracie is focused on mentoring and coaching others, and shares her tips for creating a fulfilling and meaningful life, including the importance of setting goals and taking care of your physical and emotional well-being.

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In today's episode, Lindsey sits down with Meg Frampton, an artist entrepreneur and half of the founding duo of the indie rock band Meg & Dia. Meg shares her story of growing up in southern Utah, starting her band at the age of 18, and the tips and tricks she's learned along the way as she's pursued her dreams. Meg discusses her experience as a musician and her multiple businesses, including a coffee shop, and how she's currently exploring more of her personal identity. Tune in to hear Meg's inspiring journey and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way.

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Lindsey sits down with Jason Burchard, co-founder of Root Note, a platform that helps creators track their relevant data and make better career decisions. Jason shares his unconventional upbringing and how it prepared him for entrepreneurship, as well as his experience working at a seed stage social impact venture capital firm in London and speaking at industry events. The two also discuss Root Note's mission to support creators and the importance of data in the creator economy.

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