In this episode, I’m joined by entrepreneur & founder of the tech start up company Festiie (aka the festival smartband) Desmond Beristain. He's also the host of The Festival Podcast Festiie Files! Dez’s passion for the festival community lead him to create a product that solves one of the biggest issues that plagues all festival goers - losing your friends at an event. Today we chat about why he created this company and how he's been able to adapt to a world without festivals. 

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In this episode, I'm joined by festival content creator and host of The Babs Lyfe Podcast Jacob Babnik! Jacob and I chat about why he started his podcast and the importance of following what you're passionate about in life. We also swap stories about festival mistakes we've made and end the episode by taking some EDM quizzes! 

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In this episode, I’m joined by Electric Family's Co-founder Steve Brudzewski. Electric Family not only makes electronic music apparel & accessories - their focus is on making a positive impact on society and raising money for various global charities through their sales. They've collaborated with artists like Tiesto, Illenium, Kygo, Marshmello and Skrillex to name a few and have donated over $335,000 to various charities. 

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In this episode, I'm joined by one of my favorite YouTubers (and festival enthusiast!) Tara O'Neill. Tara and I chat about Bay Area culture, what our festival schedules would've been this year and how she hit full send on turning her side hustle creating videos into a full time gig!

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In this episode, I’m joined by Khardiac, a Canadian DJ & producer based out of Ontario who’s gained a ton of notoriety both locally and abroad with his psytrance tracks. Khardiac discusses how he got his start as a trance artist and why he's considering pivoting his sound to a new genre. We also discuss the difference between American and European crowds and the importance of continued education. 

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In this episode, we're talking about our CRAZIEST music festival stories. Whether we lived through these experiences or witnessed them at an event, one things for sure...we'll never forget these moments!

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In this episode, I'm joined by Tara, the boss babe of popular rave clothing company Tasteful Girl, to chat about turning her passion for music festivals & fashion from a side hustle into a dream job. But the road to success wasn’t straight and narrow - aspiring entrepreneurs need a lot of grit and dedication to turn an idea into a successful business. This episode is jam packed with inspiring messages so grab a snack and settle in for the ride!

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In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Canadian DJ duo the Disco Godfathers (DGF)! We chat about pre show nerves, dream collabs, playing Canadian frat parties and creating music that has no rules.

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In this episode, I am joined by one of my favorite artists & producers BIJOU! We discuss his new album "Diamond City" dropping 7/31, what inspires him as an artist and how quarantine has opened up new opportunities for him to teach others. This is a whole new side to BIJOU that you've never seen before! 

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Welcome to your ultimate guide to Tomorrowland! In this episode, my friend Jose (@dudemanbrohorse) shares his best tips & advice on how to prepare for Tomorrowland. He also discusses his favorite Tomorrowland memories and how American and European festivals differ. 

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