The Scene Projects

Bubba Startz introduces Zach Moder, discussing his early career and the impact of COVID-19 on his creative projects. Zach shares his experience returning to Duluth and finding a balance between his career and personal life. The conversation delves into themes of authenticity and personal growth, highlighting Zach's journey into politics and his decision to run for city council. They explore campaign strategies and the importance of engaging with the community. The episode concludes with closing remarks and information on how listeners can connect with Zach Moder.

(0:00) Introduction and Zach Moder's early career

(4:06) Impact of COVID-19 on Zach's creative work

(5:27) Zach's return to Duluth and career balance

(8:16) Discussing authenticity and personal growth

(12:10) Zach's entry into politics and city council run

(15:31) Campaign strategies and community engagement

(16:54) Closing remarks and contact information

Bubba Startz chats with Jeremy Zeller about his spiritual journey, songwriting, and transition to podcasting. They discuss themes of isolation, self-discovery, and religious trauma, sharing personal insights into pain management and recovery. Jeremy reflects on his roles as pastor and EMT, and their impact on his growth. The conversation covers live performances, career navigation, and balancing podcasting with music. They wrap up by exploring Jeremy's current projects and social media presence, concluding with closing remarks and gratitude.

(0:00) Introduction and guest welcome

(0:32) Jeremy Zeller's background, spiritual journey, and songwriting approach

(3:08) Transition to podcasting: impacts and experiences

(4:45) Jeremy's isolation, self-discovery, and religious trauma

(10:01) Bubba's personal transformation and reflections on humility

(17:24) Jeremy's pain management, recovery, and alternative healing

(24:59) Jeremy's live performance journey and career navigation

(26:49) Influence of being a pastor and EMT on personal growth

(29:13) Integrating spirituality with personal beliefs and storytelling

(31:45) Balancing podcasting, live music, and authentic expression

(32:42) Jeremy Zeller's projects and social media plug

(34:05) Closing remarks and gratitude

Bubba Startz kicks off the episode by welcoming guests Sammie Jean Cohen, Clayton Ryan, and Zander. Sammie shares her tour experiences, highlighting memorable moments and Clayton's humorous caffeine mishap. They delve into the Wild Man series and recap the tour's highs and lows. Sammie introduces her new song and discusses the realities of road life. The conversation shifts to their return to Minneapolis and reflections on the tour. Zander shares insights into his fitness journey amidst the busy schedule. The episode wraps up with tour date shoutouts and closing remarks, offering a glimpse into the dynamic life on tour.

(0:00) Introduction and guest welcome

(0:16) Sammie Jean Cohen on tour experiences

(1:48) Show highlights and Clayton Ryan's caffeine mishap

(4:12) Wild Man series and tour recap

(7:28) Sammie Jean Cohen's new song and road life

(11:20) Minneapolis return and tour reflections

(17:16) Zander's fitness journey

(18:28) Tour date shoutouts and closing remarks

Bubba Startz introduces Mark Mowry, exploring his background and the unique blend of songwriting and political campaigning. They delve into South Dakota values and how they shape Mark's music career, alongside his mission work in India. The conversation covers Mark's musical influences, styles, and his experience building a home, reflecting on the cultural exchange between music and India. They discuss the challenges of balancing family life with a music career and Bubba shares insights from his own podcasting journey. The episode highlights Mark's music plugs and collaborations, wrapping up with a teaser for the next guest, an Indian MD.

(0:00) Introduction and backstory of Mark Mowry

(1:17) Mark Mowry's songwriting and political campaign

(3:43) South Dakota values and Mark's music career

(8:22) Mark Mowry's life and mission work in India

(11:14) Musical influences, styles, and building a home

(18:25) Music and cultural exchange in India

(25:49) Balancing family with a music career

(26:50) Bubba's podcasting journey

(27:38) Mark Mowry's music plugs and collaborations

(30:08) Bubba introduces next guest, an Indian MD

Bubba Startz introduces JJ Kern, diving into his involvement with the Midwest Premier Football League and its transition to youth football with national travel opportunities. The discussion highlights the competitive nature of youth football and the lessons it imparts. JJ shares insights on a new training field initiative aimed at fostering development while emphasizing financial inclusivity and the value the MPFL adds to young athletes' resumes. They explore strategies for preparing players for high-pressure situations and discuss the future of football management, focusing on inclusivity and evolving management practices within the sport.

(0:00) Introduction to James Kern and the Midwest Premier Football League

(0:37) Transitioning to youth football and national travel

(1:16) Competitive youth football and opportunities

(2:34) Life lessons and new training field initiative

(4:10) Financial inclusivity and MPFL's resume value

(5:43) Preparing for high-pressure situations

(7:04) Inclusivity and future of football management

Bubba Startz welcomes Marisa Kiley to discuss his journey as a single father and its influence on his podcasting. They explore the ups and downs of single parenting, the importance of community, and changing the narrative around single parenthood. Bubba shares how his past, including time in prison, shaped his life. Marisa talks about her entrepreneurial background and the impact of podcasting. They discuss setting boundaries and encouraging new podcasters, highlighting the growth potential of podcasting. Marisa introduces Grit and King, discussing blended families and future collaborations.

(0:00) Introduction of Marissa Kiley and Bubba's single father experience

(0:42) Single parenting and the impact on podcasting

(3:25) Building a supportive community and redefining single parenthood

(5:47) Bubba's personal story of prison and parenting

(8:04) The importance of supporting single parents and Bubba’s podcasting journey

(10:20) Marissa’s entrepreneurial background and the legacy of podcasting

(13:05) Setting healthy boundaries and encouraging new podcasters

(17:22) The value, growth, and potential of podcasting

(21:09) Marissa’s content creation journey and unique podcast topics

(23:03) Authenticity through personal storytelling

(23:58) Marisa Kiley introduces Grit and King and discusses blended family

(25:06) Future collaborations and closing remarks

Bubba Startz kicks off the episode by introducing the band, delving into their unique music style and history. The conversation explores their strong local connections and teases upcoming shows, giving listeners a taste of what's to come. The band shares amusing anecdotes from past gigs and discusses their media efforts to reach a wider audience. They also talk about their involvement with the Midwest original music organization, highlighting their commitment to fostering local talent. The episode wraps up with details on where listeners can find the band's music online, ensuring fans can easily access and enjoy their tracks.

(0:00) Introduction and band insights

(1:58) Band's music style and history

(3:18) Local connections and upcoming shows

(4:15) Funny gig stories and media efforts

(7:39) Midwest original music organization

(8:35) Where to find the band's music online

Bubba Startz introduces Jennifer Blake, delving into her media background and transition into podcasting. The discussion highlights the significance of podcasting and Bubba's experiences with public speaking and content creation. Jennifer shares insights on discovering a podcast niche and the importance of community building, alongside strategies for monetizing and marketing a podcast effectively. They explore the synergy and content strategy within The Scene Projects network and the innovative role of AI in podcasting. The episode wraps up with ways to connect with Jennifer Blake and engage with her work.

(0:00) Introduction of Jennifer Blake and her media background

(2:19) The evolution into podcasting and its significance

(5:16) Bubba Startz on public speaking and content creation

(7:11) Discovering your podcast niche and community building

(10:20) Monetizing and marketing your podcast effectively

(14:04) The Scene Projects network synergy and content strategy

(18:59) Incorporating AI into podcasting

(19:59) Connecting with Jennifer Blake

Bubba Startz introduces J. Brooks, diving into his radio background and career evolution, including his role as Midwest CMO. They discuss airplay and community building within the Midwest country music scene, highlighting the benefits of staying local and the distinct Midwest country sound. The conversation emphasizes supporting local artists and leveraging media for promotion. J. Brooks also takes the opportunity to mention 98.7 Kiss Country, wrapping up the episode with insights into the importance of local media support in the music industry.

(0:00) Introduction and Jay Brooks' radio background

(1:53) Evolution of Jay Brooks' radio career and Midwest CMO

(4:10) Airplay and community building in Midwest Country Music

(7:39) The benefits of staying local and Midwest country sound

(11:27) Supporting local artists and using media for promotion

(16:27) Jay Brooks plugs 98.7 Kiss Country

John Knopick kicks off the episode with an introduction to The Smorgasbord, setting the stage for a recap of a hectic week and an engaging WrestleMania discussion. The conversation delves into the concept of questioning and provides insight into personal and career backgrounds, including family life and current experiences in Columbia, Tennessee. Interests in acting, improv, tech, and gaming are explored, adding depth to the discussion. The episode features shoutouts to Cultaholic and others as well as WrestleMania 41 predictions, with detailed analyses of key matches like Io Sky vs. Bianca Belair vs. Rhea Ripley and Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena. The episode concludes with additional match predictions, closing remarks, and social media handles for listeners to connect.

(0:00) Introduction to The Smorgasbord

(0:56) Recap of a chaotic week and WrestleMania discussion

(4:27) Concept, importance of questioning, and personal background

(10:58) Career journey, family life, and current life in Columbia, Tennessee

(20:33) Acting, improv, tech, and gaming interests

(29:45) Shoutouts and WrestleMania 41 predictions

(33:13) WrestleMania match analyses and predictions

(49:13) Io Sky vs. Bianca Belair vs. Rhea Ripley analysis

(52:18) Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena analysis and heel turn

(1:03:13) Additional WrestleMania match predictions

(1:13:49) Closing remarks and social media handles