Today on the show we chat with Vy Thorng, owner of Hidden World Vinyl Records. This independent music shop held its grand opening this December at their location on 2nd Avenue Northwest. Today on the show we talk about Vy’s journey from cake decorator in Minneapolis to finding his space in the music scene right here in Rochester.

Links from today’s podcast:

Hidden World Vinyl Records

Facebook: @hiddenworldvinylrecords

Instagram: @hiddenworldvinylrecords

Music Attribution: Jane Fonda by The Grand Affair is licensed through the YouTube Audio Library.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Alsbrook Accounting

Website: https://www.alsbrookaccounting.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alsbrook-Accounting-PC-188399485212470/

Twitter: @AlsbrookAccntg

On today’s podcast we chat with Rochester native and writer Christian Nisbit who is looking to release his very first book, Desperate for Redemption, sometime this summer. On the show today we talk about the content of Christian’s book, which details his journey through a Chicago-based art school and resultant $80,000 in student loan debt. Now, Christian is studying in a local nursing program and getting ready to share his story with the world. Today on the show we share Christian’s powerful story and how he’s writing and publishing his book right here in Rochester.

Music Attribution: Jane Fonda by The Grand Affair is licensed through the YouTube Audio Library.

On today’s podcast we chat with Colorado native and Rochester entrepreneur Jeb Taylor of Jeb Taylor Knives. Jeb got interested in making knives while serving in the US Army and homed in his craft while living in North Carolina. He now lives in Rochester with his very entrepreneurial family. He launched Jeb Taylor Knives in 2017, crafting primarily tactical knives in the beginning stages of the business, and is currently transitioning in the kitchen cutlery market. Don’t miss out on today’s conversation where Jeb shares his story and how he’s growing his business right here in Rochester.

Music Attribution: Jane Fonda by The Grand Affair is licensed through the YouTube Audio Library.

Today’s podcast is produced by Matt Eng at Horizon Edge Media. (Facebook: @MatthewEngMedia. Instagram: @mattheweng_, @matteng.video).

Links from today’s podcast:

Jeb Taylor Knives

Website: https://jebtaylorknives.com/

Facebook: @jebtaylorknives

Instagram: @jebtaylorknives

On today’s podcast we chat with local entrepreneurs Andy Vig and Chris Lukenbill. This pair co-founded the startup Shrpa, a website that helps both locals and visitors find fun things to do in their community. On the show today we chat with Andy and Chris about the evolution of Shrpa over the past year, how previous entrepreneurial experience has influenced the startup’s trajectory, and the path to develop the business model behind Shrpa.

Music Attribution: Jane Fonda by The Grand Affair is licensed through the YouTube Audio Library.

Today’s podcast is produced by Matt Eng at HorizonEdgeMedia.com.

Links from today’s podcast:

Shrpa

Website: https://shrpa.com/

Facebook: @shrpaapp

Instagram: @shrpa.explore.local

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Alsbrook Accounting

Website: https://www.alsbrookaccounting.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alsbrook-Accounting-PC-188399485212470/

Twitter: @AlsbrookAccntg

For our first brand new podcast of 2020 we sit down with new entrepreneurs Dan and Natalie Slagle. This married couple created Fyooz Financial Planning Services, a fee-only financial planning business specifically for couples in their late twenties through early forties. On today’s episode we chat about how the couple met while at school in Saint Paul, their journey to Portland, Oregon, and their decision to start their business right here in Rochester. Tune in for an inspiring show to kick off 2020.

Music Attribution: Jane Fonda by The Grand Affair is licensed through the YouTube Audio Library.

Links from today’s podcast:

Fyooz Financial Planning Services

Website: https://fyoozfinancial.com/

Facebook: @fyoozfp

Instagram: @fyoozfp

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Alsbrook Accounting

Website: https://www.alsbrookaccounting.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alsbrook-Accounting-PC-188399485212470/

Twitter: @AlsbrookAccntg

Today on the show we take a look back at some of your favorite podcasts from 2019. These short clips serve as a strong taste of what Rochester Rising represents in terms of stage of business, type of startup and entrepreneurial story! Sit back and enjoy as we look back on our discussions with:

• Kayla Fjelsted of Swoon Lash + Beauty Lounge

• Amy and Linda Lorber of Figue

• Stefan Madansingh of the Mayo Clinic Office of Entrepreneurship

• Nashauna Johnson Lenoir of Journie Program

Music Attribution: Jane Fonda by The Grand Affair is licensed through the YouTube Audio Library.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Rochester Home Infusion

Website: https://www.rochesterhomeinfusion.com/

Facebook: @RochesterHomeInfusion

LiveAtom

Website: https://liveatom.com/

Facebook: @liveatomnow

Twitter: @LiveAtomNow

Today we share our final “From the Edge” podcast talking trends in entrepreneurship. On the show we’re joined by two fantastic ladies, Leena Pradhan-Nabzdyk and Nicole Nfonoyim Hara. Leena is a very recent transplant from Boston who was on the faculty at Harvard Medical School for the past fourteen years. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Vascular Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Leena is also cofounder of a genomics startup, called Canomiks, that provides genomic and bioinformatic services to the natural product industry. Nicole, also a transplant to the Rochester area, is an anthropologist by training with a specialization in cultural and visual ethnography. Nicole obtained her master’s at the University of Oxford in Immigration Studies. Her anthropological studies have focused on how social change occurs. Nicole is also a writer and is the host of R-Town, the show about Rochester.

We have a fantastic conversation on the show today with these highly intelligent women! This is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Today on the podcast we chat about:

• Social innovation and what this looks like in action.

• Using social innovation to break down silos in a community.

• Managing balance and affordability with community growth.

• The importance of social engagement and grassroots movements.

• Talent pipeline development.

• The challenge of being a female entrepreneur.

• The value of conversations between businesses and community.

Links from the podcast today:

Canomiks

Website: https://www.canomiks.com/

Facebook: @canomiks

Twitter: @canomiks

R-Town

Website: https://www.ksmq.org/index.php/r-town

Facebook: @KSMQPBS

Twitter: @KSMQ

Instagram: @kmsqtv

Music Attribution: Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Rochester Home Infusion

Website: https://www.rochesterhomeinfusion.com/

Facebook: @RochesterHomeInfusion

LiveAtom

Website: https://liveatom.com/

Facebook: @liveatomnow

Twitter: @LiveAtomNow

This week on the podcast we chat with Chicago native and innovator Nashauna Johnson Lenoir. Nashauna moved to Rochester seven years ago seeking a better environment for her kids and looking to be closer to family. She launched Journie Project in Rochester in 2011, establishing an eight-week life skills program for teens in the community.

On the podcast today we talk about:

• The need Nashauna saw in the community for minority youth to feel included, especially those not involved with sports.

• The need for mentorship for our youth.

• The launch of Journie Project through the Boys & Girls Club in 2011, which was based off an award Nashauna created when she was just eleven years old.

• Educational topics covered during Journie Project, including Relations & Relationships, Law & Legal Rights, and Money Management.

• How the program connects teens to lifelong mentors.

• An upcoming information session for Journie Project on December 20th.

• How Nashauna transformed her experience as a young girl, especially through UCAN in Chicago, to build Journie Project.

• The value of giving back.

• How Nashauna works with local youth through her music business, JT Music, to provide a platform for kids to build their skills and gain event experience.

• Special musical guest Storm!

Links from the podcast today:

Journie Project

Website: https://journieproject.weebly.com/

Instagram: @iamjournie

Instagram: @J.T_musicgroup

Special thanks to Storm for sharing her music with us today (Insta: @Iamstormy2020)!

Music Attribution (podcast intros and transitions): Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Rochester Home Infusion

Website: https://www.rochesterhomeinfusion.com/

Facebook: @RochesterHomeInfusion

LiveAtom

Website: https://liveatom.com/

Facebook: @liveatomnow

Twitter: @LiveAtomNow

Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI)

Website: http://www.raedi.com/

Facebook: @RAEDImn

Twitter: @RAEDIInfo

This week on the podcast we chat with Chicago native and innovator Nashauna Johnson Lenoir. Nashauna moved to Rochester seven years ago seeking a better environment for her kids and looking to be closer to family. She launched Journie Project in Rochester in 2011, establishing an eight-week life skills program for teens in the community.

On the podcast today we talk about:

• The need Nashauna saw in the community for minority youth to feel included, especially those not involved with sports.

• The need for mentorship for our youth.

• The launch of Journie Project through the Boys & Girls Club in 2011, which was based off an award Nashauna created when she was just eleven years old.

• Educational topics covered during Journie Project, including Relations & Relationships, Law & Legal Rights, and Money Management.

• How the program connects teens to lifelong mentors.

• An upcoming information session for Journie Project on December 20th.

• How Nashauna transformed her experience as a young girl, especially through UCAN in Chicago, to build Journie Project.

• The value of giving back.

• How Nashauna works with local youth through her music business, JT Music, to provide a platform for kids to build their skills and gain event experience.

• Special musical guest Storm!

Links from the podcast today:

Journie Project

Website: https://journieproject.weebly.com/

Instagram: @iamjournie

Instagram: @J.T_musicgroup

Special thanks to Storm for sharing her music with us today (Insta: @Iamstormy2020)!

Music Attribution (podcast intros and transitions): Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Rochester Home Infusion

Website: https://www.rochesterhomeinfusion.com/

Facebook: @RochesterHomeInfusion

LiveAtom

Website: https://liveatom.com/

Facebook: @liveatomnow

Twitter: @LiveAtomNow

Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI)

Website: http://www.raedi.com/

Facebook: @RAEDImn

Twitter: @RAEDIInfo

This week on show we share our 2019 Holiday Gift Guide. The best way to support local entrepreneurs is through your spending power. While this list is not comprehensive of our entire small business community, it’s a great place to start to find local options to gift this holiday season. Check out more of the Holiday Gift Guide on our website and on our social media platforms from now until late December.

Included in the 2019 Holiday Gift Guide:

• Baby Baby Mat (busybabymat.com)

• Love in a Tuscan Kitchen (loveinatuscankitchen.com)

• VinChef Cooking (Facebook)

• Figue (figuemn.com)

• FAVR (askfavr.com)

• Pearson Organics (pearsonorganics.com/signup)

• Healthy Start Byron (Facebook)

• Trail Creek Coffee Roasters (trailcreekcoffeeroasters.com)

• Nerdin Out (nerdinout.com)

• MedCity Doulas (medcitydoulas.com)

• Pasquale’s Neighborhood Pizzeria (pnpizza.com)

• Collider Foundation (colliderfoundation.org)

• Jeb Taylor Knives (jebtaylorknives.com)

• Taco Jed (tacojed.com)

• Shrpa (shrpa.com)

• Gray Duck Theater & Coffeehouse (grayducktheater.com)

• TerraLoco (runterraloco.com)

• MagiKids (magikids.org)

Links from the podcast today:

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Music Attribution: Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Rochester Home Infusion

Website: https://www.rochesterhomeinfusion.com/

Facebook: @RochesterHomeInfusion

LiveAtom

Website: https://liveatom.com/

Facebook: @liveatomnow

Twitter: @LiveAtomNow

Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI)

Website: http://www.raedi.com/

Facebook: @RAEDImn

Twitter: @RAEDIInfo

Alsbrook Accounting

Website: https://www.alsbrookaccounting.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alsbrook-Accounting-PC-188399485212470/

Twitter: @AlsbrookAccntg

This week on show we record out latest “From the Edge” podcast talking trends in entrepreneurship. This month we’re joined by two amazing female entrepreneurs. The first is Emily Watkins, personal trainer and owner of Rochester Women Magazine and Empowered Wellness & Fitness Studio. We’re also joined by interior designer and entrepreneur Christi Jorde of Mill House Design.

On the podcast today we talk about:

• The reality and daily grind of entrepreneurship.

• The importance of living a purpose driven life.

• The skill of saying “no”.

• What we’re reading.

• Physical and mental health.

• Current trends in marketing.

• Finding your niche market.

• Vulnerability.

Links from the podcast today:

Mill House Design

Website: https://www.millhouse.design/

Facebook: @Mill.House.Design.Inc

Instagram: @mill_house_design

Rochester Women Magazine

Website: https://www.rwmagazine.com/

Facebook: @RWmagazine

Instagram: @rochesterwomenmagazine

Music Attribution: Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

Today’s podcast is sponsored by:

Rochester Home Infusion

Website: https://www.rochesterhomeinfusion.com/

Facebook: @RochesterHomeInfusion

LiveAtom

Website: https://liveatom.com/

Facebook: @liveatomnow

Twitter: @LiveAtomNow

Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI)

Website: http://www.raedi.com/

Facebook: @RAEDImn

Twitter: @RAEDIInfo