Making Monrovia

Making Monrovia

By Dylan SchmidtBusiness
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Making Monrovia episodes

  • The Simply Divine Empire With Keisha Darden

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    In this episode, Keisha Darden of Simply Divine shares:

    • Her journey from hairstylist to business owner and educator
    • The evolution of Simply Divine, from a single salon to multiple businesses
    • Insights into the world of cosmetology education and licensing
    • The challenges and rewards of balancing entrepreneurship with single parenthood
    • The importance of continuous learning and adapting to trends in the beauty industry
    • Practical advice for aspiring beauty professionals and entrepreneurs
    • And much more!
      • 32 min
    • Dreaming Big With Chris Loos

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      In this episode, Chris Loos of iDream Society shares:

      • The inspiration behind iDream Society and its mission to empower young people
      • His work at KGEM, including City Council and School Board recaps
      • Insights on youth culture and the tools available to today's young entrepreneurs
      • The importance of creativity, authenticity, and staying in motion
      • How fatherhood has shaped his approach to community work
      • Practical advice for getting involved in local community efforts
      • And much more!
        • 48 min
      • The Barber's Chair With Gabriel Vaca

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        Get ready to dive into the rich world of barbering with Gabriel Vaca of Old Town Barbershop as he shares:

        • The journey from law enforcement to becoming a barber and business owner
        • How he's created a unique, museum-like atmosphere in his shop
        • The evolution of hairstyles and barbering techniques over the years
        • The importance of maintaining professionalism and old-school charm in modern barbering
        • His experiences watching generations of clients grow up in his chair
        • And much more!
          • 41 min
        • Inside Hall of Fame Baseball Cards With Erik Newton

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          Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of baseball card collecting with Erik Newton of Hall of Fame Baseball Cards who shares:

          • The shop's 42-year journey, from his father's garage to the heart of Old Town Monrovia
          • How the baseball card industry has evolved, from kids' pastimes to high-stakes investments
          • Insights on card values, from vintage rarities to modern-day prospects
          • What the future might hold for this ever-changing hobby
          • And much more!
            • 48 min
          • The Rhythm of California Drums With Dan Wahl

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            Get ready to explore the fascinating world of drums and percussion. Dan Wahl of California Drums shares insights on:

            • The surprising variety in drum construction and how it affects sound
            • His passion for drumming and how it led to owning a specialized shop
            • The tight-knit community of drummers in the San Gabriel Valley
            • And much more!
              • 38 min

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            Making Monrovia takes you on a journey through the heart of our vibrant California community. Host Dylan Schmidt sits down with passionate entrepreneurs and local leaders who are shaping Monrovia's…