Quality Goods

Anson and Chris were joined by our friend Tiff, aka Artiffact. Tiff is a multi-talented creative whose endeavors range from a career in education, to curating a selection of vintage goods for her followers, and a whole lot in between. We got into her relationships with some Bay Area running crews, and the importance of donning the right footwear when tackling longer distance runs. We touched on her background as a curator of vintage clothing and goods, her passion for classic styles, and giving garments a new life while striving to live more sustainably. And for the foodies out there, we even get into a little food talk and discuss how social media has made elevated the food game in both an aesthetic pleasing and nutritional way. 

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Seibo Shen is the CEO of Hanu Labs based in San Francisco California. Hanu Labs flagship product, the Hanu Stone is an award winning personal vaporizer, that is setting out to change the landscape of cannabis consumption. In light of all of the controversy surrounding vape pens and the like, Seibo shed some light on the importance of purchasing from reputable and well regulated sources. He talked about how having a non-engineering background helped him innovate and create unique products in a saturated market place. Cannabis is breaking down legal barriers around the world every day, and they touched on its affects on the media, on society, and even their own families. They even got into how cannabis is becoming more common place in athletic training and recovery, something that legalization is helping to accelerate rapidly. So whether you are a veteran consumer, indulge on occasion, or are curious in any capacity about the benefits or concerns surrounding the versatile plant, we really think that you will enjoy this conversation.

Arthur Renowitzky is the founder and Executive Director of the Life Goes on Foundation. He founded Life Goes on in 2007 after falling victim to senseless gun violence, and he has since made it his mission to tell his story around the globe, and inspire others to keep on pushing even when times are tough. They talked about basketball, and how it has not only gave him a fresh outlook on life, but how it has had a tremendous impact on the way that he has been able to spread his message. He told some great stories about his various interactions with The Golden State Warriors, his work in the community, and how a friend helped him realize his dream of walking again. Oh and he’s putting out an EP at the end of the year, need I say more? It was a great pleasure to host one of the most inspirational people in my life, so tune and and see what's good with his incredible journey.

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Anson and Chris discuss hype and influence. They touch on the differences between being inspired by something, and blatant rip-offs. There’s nothing wrong with seeking inspiration from others, but it’s important to remain true to yourself and put your own stamp on creativity. They got into hype and how it effects they way we consume things. From art to food, hype and expectation can be powerful dictators in consumer behavior, and they briefly talk about things that do and don’t live up to the hype.

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Anson welcomes Chris back from Burning Man, and then they discuss the latest Quality Goods Webisode on YouTube. Anson paid a visit to San Franpsycho in San Francisco's Outer Mission district and spoke with owner Christian Routzen. San Franpsycho is home to a variety of surf inspired apparel and accessories, with a print shop right in the back of the store. The guys at San Franpsycho are always up to something, so be sure to check out some of the incredible things they get into around the city.

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Surfing the Shores of San Francisco, and Fresh Pressed Tees at San Franpsycho | Quality Goods

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On today’s podcast Chris and Anson sit down with Princeton, the creator of The Bay Area based LePhresh brand. They recently celebrated their 10 year anniversary and they talk about how it all started and how the brand has managed to maintain over the last decade. We discuss some of his early inspirations as well as some of the struggles that have helped him grow as person and as a creative. This was yet another great conversation with someone who is always looking for the next project and pushes the message that we all have the power to cut our own keys to success.

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Casey Topalian is the co-founder Pennyweight Craft Brewing, set to open doors in late 2019. He and his partner Chris Guy have made it their mission to bring a world class brew pub to Livermore California, and deliver its patrons flavors of their locale, using a quality, locally sourced ingredients and decor. Casey told Anson and Chris about the birth of Pennyweight craft brewing, and how they approach their brewing process. He talked about his early influences in brewing, and how the community of Livermore has supported them and help to realize their vision. Oh and they might have sampled some of their delicious barrel aged sour beers in the process. So whether you’re a beer snob, a casual consumer, or would like some brewing advice, we touched on it all on this one. 

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Quality Goods has launched some new video content on YouTube! But first, the guys give a brief recap on their experience at the San Jose Jazz Festival, and the social cannabis experience hosted by House Caviar at Pageboy. It was a good weekend, surrounded by good folks, and some quality time spent enjoying some good music and libations. 

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Mark Cruzada is the owner and curator of Handsome Oxford in the Tenderloin district of San Francisco, CA. He serves up American made vintage at his shop in SF, but he slangs American inspired burgers in Japan. Sound interesting enough for ya? Check out the interview and the store in the latest webisode of Quality Goods on the YouTube Channel.

YouTube Webisode:

American Vintage & Japanese Burgers at Handsome Oxford | Quality Goods

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