The Scene Projects

Bubba Startz talks with Todd Katcher about his path from Nashville bars into digital signage and the problem-solving that shaped his work. Todd breaks down early signage tech, the shift to AI, and how placement, interactivity, and messaging have changed. They dig into the “silent salesperson” approach, learning from customers, and building Digital Dealership System and Zony. The conversation also covers XR, QR codes, retail challenges, individualized experiences at scale, efficient AI use, Matching Paws, and Operation Combatting Veteran Suicide before closing with where to find Todd.

(0:24) Todd Katcher’s background and journey from Nashville bars to digital signage

(3:40) Early digital signage technology and problem-solving

(5:52) Major technology shifts: AI and the evolution of digital signage

(6:46) Advances in placement, interactivity, and messaging strategies

(10:40) Silent salesperson strategy vs. ad networks and upsells

(14:45) Learning from customers and building solutions

(17:45) Launching Digital Dealership System and Zony

(19:27) The future: XR, QR codes, and interactive digital experiences

(22:36) Practical challenges of interactive signage in retail

(24:07) Individualized experiences at scale with digital signs

(24:51) Bridging the gap between futuristic demos and real user experience

(26:34) Keeping up with rapid technology changes

(28:24) Efficient AI use and cost control in Todd’s team

(29:00) Matching Paws: tech for animal rescues and shelters

(31:09) How Matching Paws supports adopters and rescue organizations

(33:20) Purpose-driven work and Operation Combatting Veteran Suicide

(34:23) Closing thoughts and where to find Todd Katcher

Bubba Startz introduces Spencer Brill, delving into his musical journey and influences. They discuss the current state of indie rock, touching on the nostalgia for 90s music and how social turmoil has sparked a resurgence in grunge. The conversation highlights the importance of live performances and fostering community through education and support within the music industry. Bubba shares insights from the Midwest Original Music Organization, while Spencer reveals the financial realities of being an independent musician in NYC. They explore strategies for audience connection, touring, and community building. The episode concludes with Spencer discussing maintaining career momentum, celebrating achievements, and sharing his contact information.

(0:00) Introduction of Spencer Brill and episode kickoff

(1:21) Spencer Brill's backstory and musical influences

(2:02) The state of indie rock and nostalgia for 90s music

(5:14) Social turmoil's impact on music and the resurgence of grunge

(6:46) The critical role of live performances in an artist's career

(9:26) Fostering community in the music industry through education and support

(17:12) Bubba's Midwest Original Music Organization feature

(21:33) Financial realities of being an independent musician in NYC

(24:02) Strategies for building a direct connection with your audience

(25:07) Touring, fan base development, and the importance of artist communities

(28:36) Maintaining momentum in a music career and seizing new opportunities

(30:17) Celebrating achievements and setting milestones for musicians

(30:43) Spencer Brill shares his contact information and closing remarks

Bubba Startz welcomes Kevin Feldman to discuss his journey from early influences to a career in the auto industry, highlighting his transition to nonprofit work. Kevin shares his volunteer experiences with the Boy Scouts and therapeutic horseback riding, which paved the way for his role in teaching job skills to Detroit youth. The conversation underscores the importance of youth involvement in nonprofits and explores strategies for donor engagement and education. Kevin reflects on the impact of Scoutmaster Ron Webster and the significance of communicating donor impact. The episode also touches on Bubba's work with Operation Combating Veteran Suicide, and it concludes with closing remarks and contact information.

(0:22) Introduction and Kevin Feldman’s Early Influences

(1:31) Kevin’s Career Beginnings in the Auto Industry

(3:16) Volunteer Work: Boy Scouts and Therapeutic Horseback Riding

(5:03) Transition to Nonprofit Work

(7:09) Teaching Job Skills to Detroit Youth

(8:26) Importance of Youth Involvement in Nonprofits

(9:50) Donor Engagement and Education Strategies

(14:16) Impact of Scoutmaster Ron Webster

(19:33) Communicating Donor Impact

(25:10) Bubba’s Work with Operation Combating Veteran Suicide

(27:08) Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Bubba Startz talks with Ian Palmer about his path from military service and family life into leadership consulting. Ian breaks down how athletics shaped his approach, from coaching teams to coaching coaches and preparing assistant coaches for head coaching roles. The conversation covers finding a leadership voice, building culture, and creating championship standards built on competitive greatness. They also discuss why he works most with assistant coaches, relationship-based networking, storytelling, writing, and the long-term impact of leadership. Ian shares IanPalmerLeadership.com and newsletter info before the episode wraps.

(0:22) Introduction and guest background with Ian Palmer

(1:13) Military service, family life, and transition into leadership consulting

(3:03) Athletics upbringing and how sports shaped his leadership style

(5:01) Coaching teams to coaching coaches

(6:54) Preparing assistant coaches for head coaching roles

(9:09) Finding a leadership voice and building culture

(10:25) Creating championship culture and focusing on competitive greatness

(13:21) Why Ian works most with assistant coaches

(15:11) Relationship-based networking and referrals

(18:44) Reflection, storytelling, and the role of writing in leadership

(23:29) IanPalmerLeadership.com, newsletter, and contact info

(25:04) Closing thoughts on leadership and long-term impact

(25:40) Thanks and episode wrap-up

Bubba Startz and Will Keenan kick off the episode with engaging introductions, delving into their backstories. Will shares insights from his acting career and his transition into producing, highlighting the evolution of digital media and his collaborations in Bollywood music. The conversation explores the changing landscape of YouTube and digital entertainment, and how AI is impacting creativity in the industry. They discuss the challenges of balancing family life with career aspirations and new projects. Will reflects on his career achievements, potential return to acting, and consulting roles, sharing his future plans. The episode concludes with final thoughts, Will's online presence, and heartfelt thanks.

(0:00) Introduction with Bubba Startz and Will Keenan

(1:48) Origin and backstory of Bubba Startz and Will Keenan

(4:56) Will Keenan's acting career and transition to producing

(10:32) Digital media evolution and Bollywood music collaborations

(14:35) YouTube and the digital entertainment landscape

(18:31) AI's impact on creativity in the industry

(20:19) Balancing family, career, and new projects

(24:36) Returning to acting and consulting roles

(26:21) Reflecting on career achievements and future plans

(28:00) Final thoughts, online presence, and closing thanks

Bubba Startz introduces Eric Siegel, exploring his background and the fascinating intersection of sports and music in branding. They discuss how to balance the artistic and business aspects, sharing iconic sports branding examples. The conversation delves into the future of branding with AR, VR, and emerging technologies, and contrasts working with small companies versus large corporations. Bubba shares his personal rebranding experience, while they analyze Walmart and Cracker Barrel's rebranding efforts. The discussion covers audience perception, brand loyalty, and design storytelling. The episode wraps up with insights into Eric Siegel's work, Bubba's upcoming tour, and the launch of Scene Projects TV.

(0:12) Introduction and Eric Siegel's background

(2:16) The intersection of sports and music in branding

(4:40) Balancing artistic and business aspects of branding

(7:14) Iconic sports branding examples

(9:14) The future of branding with AR, VR, and emerging technologies

(14:26) Working with small companies versus large corporations

(16:26) Bubba's personal rebranding experience

(21:03) The Walmart and Cracker Barrel rebranding examples

(27:22) Audience perception, brand loyalty, and design storytelling

(30:23) Eric Siegel's work and contact information

(31:23) Bubba Startz's upcoming tour and Scene Projects TV launch

Bubba Startz welcomes Jordan Kronick, discussing his career highlights and the impact of the "Ecstasy Rising" documentary on government perceptions. They delve into the psychedelic renaissance and its effects on trauma, highlighting groups benefiting from psychedelics, including Daniel Carcillo and veterans through the Heroic Hearts Project. The conversation explores the courage required to document psychedelic experiences and Bubba's reflections on natural versus synthesized substances. They address addiction, opioid recovery, and skepticism about the film's authenticity, preparing for its premiere and audience reactions. The episode concludes with discussions on the future of psychedelic research, filmmaking, marketing challenges, and community outreach.

(0:22) Introduction of guest Jordan Kronik and career highlights

(2:50) Ecstasy Rising documentary and government response

(7:25) Beginning of the psychedelic renaissance

(10:05) Impact of psychedelics on trauma

(14:47) Relatable and celebrated groups using psychedelics

(17:51) Daniel Carcillo's journey with psychedelics

(24:00) Veterans and Heroic Hearts Project

(27:23) Bravery in documenting psychedelic experiences

(30:20) Bubba's personal reflections on natural and synthesized substances

(31:30) Vignette on addiction and opioid recovery

(35:10) Addressing potential skepticism about the film's authenticity

(38:28) Preparing for the film's premiere and audience reactions

(41:19) The powerful emotional impact of sharing personal trauma

(43:24) The future of psychedelic research and filmmaking

(45:40) Marketing challenges and community outreach

(46:43) Closing thoughts and final plugs

Bubba Startz welcomes Katie Lang to the episode, diving into her musical beginnings and educational journey. They discuss her transition from learning music to performing and songwriting, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way. Katie shares insights into her current career, including her work with her band and recent award nominations. The conversation also touches on her online presence and how it has evolved throughout her career. The episode is sponsored by Pure and Easy Tea, offering listeners a refreshing break amid the engaging discussion.

(0:00) Introduction and guest Katie Lang

(1:03) Katie Lang's musical beginnings and education

(3:41) Transition to performing and songwriting

(7:33) Katie's current career, band, and award nominations

(10:34) Katie Lang's online presence

(12:43) Sponsor: Pure and Easy Tea

Bubba Startz introduces Andres Prilloltensky, who shares his backstory and insights into the media landscape, emphasizing the importance of branding and trust. The discussion explores the intersection of human connection and AI, delving into long-term content strategy and sharing wisdom. They examine business strategy and leadership, highlighting the significance of diverse content and future vision. Andres discusses vulnerability, social media platforms, and his startup Noovox. Find more at https://noovox.com

(0:12) Guest Introduction and Andres' Backstory

(3:20) Media Landscape, Branding, and Trust

(6:54) Human Connection and AI

(8:09) Long-Term Content Strategy

(10:10) Sharing Wisdom and Platform Functionality

(19:35) Business Strategy and Leadership

(23:42) Diverse Content and Future Vision

(28:16) Vulnerability, Artist Platforms, and Joining NuVolks

(29:37) Closing Remarks with Andres

(30:24) Sponsor: Auditory Bliss Headphones

(31:15) New Comedy Sketches

(33:42) Live Event Spotlight: Indie Music Fest

(35:10) Behind-the-Scenes: Live Podcast Setup

(37:50) Audience Q&A Session

Bubba Startz welcomes Mike Turner, discussing his roles with the Legacy Foundation and Owens Outfitters. Mike shares his backstory and the mission of Owens Outfitters in collecting and distributing medical equipment to those in need. They explore the environmental benefits of recycling medical supplies and the positive impact on communities. The conversation delves into the challenges posed by medical costs and insurance gaps, highlighting the nonprofit's role in addressing these issues. Mike shares a personal story of an electrician's accident and recovery, underscoring the importance of community support and nonprofits. The episode concludes with details about an upcoming game night event on September 19.

(0:23) Episode Introduction & Guest: Mike Turner of Legacy Foundation and Owens Outfitters

(1:19) Mike's Backstory & Overview of Owens Outfitters

(3:10) Collecting and Distributing Medical Equipment

(5:16) Environmental Impact and Community Benefits

(7:36) Medical Costs, Insurance Gaps, and Challenges

(10:21) Personal Motivation for Starting the Nonprofit

(11:03) Story: Electrician's Accident and Recovery

(14:48) Importance of Community Support and Nonprofits

(22:55) Upcoming Game Night Event on September 19