The Apprenticeship Diaries

Clubhouse is a new social app that is filled with potential. Rico and I have both joined and fallen in love with the wonderful people that we've met around the world there. Max Klein is one of the many awesome folks we've had the pleasure to meet there. 

Max captivated us right away and Amy set up an interview to highlight all the many things that Max is about; Predominately Max's work with the Boy Scouts of America and specifically being an advocate for the neurodiverse. 

You can find Max on IG and especially on Clubhouse (@maxkleinbsa). He's doing some really cool things with #stopthestigma and building towards an event in August. 

Thank you so much Max! We don't know who scouted who, but you're a gem man. We hope to shout you and your efforts, out in the episodes to come. Let's stop the stigma together. We are completely on board. 

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

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Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

This is the wrap up of our time speaking to Tom Seest (a senior software engineer)and he's a pretty funny guy. Tom has led a very unconventional life so far. We are excited to see what's next for him; Our guess is a bike ride across America. No matter what he does, it's bound to be a route less traveled. 

You deserve a Monster Energy endorsement Tom! Fingers crossed they hear this amazing story of yours... your signature can could be neon green to white... The Beast Seest flavor? LOL.

If ever there was a story that challenges excuses, it's Tom's.

You are a beast Tom. Thank you so much! 

You can find Tom on IG, Facebook, Medium, Twitter, Substack, YouTube, and more... He's making his way coast to coast (literally and virtually). Tom also has an alias know as The Pun Guy, also found on Twitter, Substack, and YouTube . Tom is also on sites that this podcast doesn't know about yet... listen to the end and you'll be able to find Tom in all corners of the internet. 

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

So, it's never been so hard to title an interview. In the end, we went with a common rhyme of Rico's... "Tom, The Beast, Seest." 

There's just too much to say about Tom Seest. Truly! From neon yellow, to curing heart disease. LOL... How do you break that down into a ditty? You don't... you just listen to this interview and like mining for gold, you'll find nuggets everywhere in what Tom has proven with his life; Tom was even kind enough to push through a bit of a cold for us. He is a Beast!

If ever there was a story that challenges excuses, it's Tom's.

You are truly remarkable Tom. Thank you so much! 

You can find Tom on IG, Facebook, Medium, Twitter, Substack, YouTube, and more... He's making his way coast to coast (literally and virtually). Tom also has an alias know as The Pun Guy, also found on Twitter, Substack, and YouTube

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

We know you've wanted to hear Part 2 (the conclusion of our time with Casey)

Just remember that the dream is built on small actions that lead to the bigger picture. Also, never underestimate a petite woman with a tattoo machine; She'll own her size, assume the name "Baby Hands", and then show that size never matters, but especially in being a baller tattoo artist.

Now, Casey found her way back to her roots (Matteo Ink in Westminster) and is able produce from a place of integrity. She's also involved in training the next generation of artist.

We are so proud of Casey! She's killing it in the tattoo game by following her heart and just keeping it real. Love watching her go. This is a must listen for anyone who aspires to tattoo. 

Find Casey on IG, Facebook, and give her a "Like" and "Follow". If you wish to work with this crazy, talented, artist, please visit her website and submit a tattoo request. 

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

Man... This was a fantastic time and it's only Part 1!

Amy sat down with the lovely, Casey Hart, of Matteo Ink, in Westminster, Maryland. In this interview, Amy was able to catch up with a friend who has grown so much in such a small amount of time (pardon the pun Casey) :) ;P :D. (Casey's nick name is Baby Hands because she's a petite human who creates wonders with small paws).  

Like most, 2020 had Casey re-examine what was important and probed her to make some moves for her life and career. All in all, she decided to reconnect with her roots and produce from a place of integrity. 

We are so proud of Casey! She's killing it in the tattoo game by following her heart and just keeping it real. Love watching her go. This is a must listen for anyone who aspires to tattoo. 

Find Casey on IG, Facebook, and give her a "Like" and "Follow". If you wish to work with this crazy, talented, artist, please visit her website and submit a tattoo request. 

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

Here it is listeners: Part 2 of the tail of Ken Madden. We know that it was hard to wait another week for the conclusion. Hopefully, in the background, you all have been looking Ken up and finding his personal exploits on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn... he's worth a "follow" and a "subscribe" wherever you might find him. 

Seriously, Ken's like us and we could have kept talking for another 3 hours but we figure that we are all creating and growing (the ambitious people we are) and we would just touch base later, as we are all creative friends.

This relationship started on the Nomadic Network. Please check out this amazing network of creators. Jason Stapleton is such a great connector. If you've been trying to turn up what you're doing and push back on some excuses in your life, we recommend Jason and his tutelage.   

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

So excited to deliver this conversation to our listeners. We met with our new friend, Ken (Kenneth) Madden and asked him all about his time in the car and motorcycle world. Not only that, but we heard some amazing stories about Ken's family of origin.

Ken designs motorcycle parts as a main profession now, but it wasn't always such a stable landscape; Ken had to follow his passions in many ways, some for profit, some for experience. It has paved the way to a life where now Ken finds himself able to step away and do art for himself. He's doing some really amazing things and we have enjoyed watching him go.

Please check out Ken on IG, FB, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter... and we believe that a podcast might be coming soon as well.

We met Ken through the Nomadic Network that was founded by Jason Stapleton. If you are looking to meet amazing go-getter-types, we highly recommend this social space.

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

This week had a bunch of movement with little to show on the podcast front. So, we took this time to shout out some cool happenings, and highlight some of our friends and collaborators. 

We really are sad that this episode ran into technical debacles, as it was supposed to lead with a challenge that @soulkation is doing on IG (April 26-30). We're too late for this challenge, but we wanted you all to know about Logan and her efforts to nurture the soul. Very important stuff if you're on a path of learning as we gotta love ourselves to move forward. Thanks for your work Logan and we hope we can shout out your next challenge on time. Maybe we can get you seen a bit... and that's always good. 

Also, we shouted out Clubhouse, Jason Stapleton , Carol Lebaron, Ken Madden, Joey Matto (Dotson)... All people that I've been getting to know more, and talk with. There are more folks to shout out, but we started with these peeps and will continue to showcase more of our friends. 

One last thing... Sarah at Your Sauna Studio... I miss you and sweating. I'm gonna come soon hun. Sorry I dropped the ball. Go check out Your Sauna Studio in Rockville, MD everyone... It's awesome and beyond needed over here.

 

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

Here it is... Part 2! We're still collaborating past this conversation. Kire Franklin and I are going try to put together an apprenticeship event. Please look out for call-to-actions from The Apprenticeship Diaries, Kire herself, Reinventing the Tattoo. This all is gonna be super cool and we're excited about what we're dreaming up. We hope you enjoy this first jam session. Pardon the pauses. The tools WILL meet our ambition one day. :) 

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

Say it however you wish... Kire (Kire Franklin) is open to all ways to say her name cause she's walking through fires and perhaps, with us and Reinventing the Tattoo, starting a few. 

This is our  chat where we are dreamscaping and seeing where we're at within each other and what we can make happen (Rico couldn't join; Running personal errands). We are hoping to have regular meetings, events... Really, whatever we can do to combine forces to deliver more to you (our audience) and satisfy this nerd like fixation on art, education, etc... 

Please reach out and let us know what you all might want to see. We want it to be something that's fun for everyone... This is only Part 1... We got more to say about all of this, so join us next week to hear more about what we're thinking. 

Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano

Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)

New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )

OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: ([email protected])

*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!

Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries

You can find us currently on:

IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries

FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries

Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries

We are on these listening platforms: 

Spotify

iTunes or iHeartRadio

 Amazon

Stitcher

Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 

If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 

Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!