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Justin invites Laz Manrique back to the podcast to talk more about PPP loans, PPP loan forgiveness, and the Vermont business economy. They also discus the philosophy of making money, and starting a business.   Watch it on YouTube;  https://youtu.be/4nAG-rcq32g

Laz is a small business lender and has traveled all over Vermont listening to business owners, and their struggles during this difficult year. Listen as we talk about adapting, finance and politics COVID style.  

In this latest podcast, we talk with David Giancola the Rutland, Vermont filmmaker who directed the cult hit Time Chasers in addition to over 20 feature-length films. David has made a career out of making genre films that have brought Vermont cinematic action and adventure time and time again. We discuss the ever-shrinking independent film budgets in the competitive world of content, YouTube channel views, doing business in Vermont, and hiring local crew members and actors when possible.  David goes onto talk about his latest film Axcellerator now available on Amazon Prime.      Show notes:  Edgewood Studios http://edgewoodstudios.com/edgewoodstudios/WELCOME.html Watch Axcellerator now on Amazon Prime https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B086QCFWZ7/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r    

Many of us are quarantined at home and living closer to each other more than ever before. Beth helps us process our inner and outer worlds in a more positive way.  "We're constant translators of what we're experiencing. It's not just about external events ... one view on depression is when your so deeply plunged... into your own internal experience." Learn more at martellcoaching.com  

Today at 5 pm Vermont starts it's non-essential worker "stay at home" order. Suzanne Podhaizer talks about gentle shopping, cooking, and pantry calculator which helps you figure out how long your food supply will last.  Follow Suzanne on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/spodhaizer    

Theresa is a health coach, RN, massage therapist, spiritual finance teacher, Reiki master we talk about our current social distancing situation, and how we can increase our immune system for little to no money right at home.   Learn how you can start to take little steps towards taking control of yourself in uneasy times.    Follow Theresa on Instagram at www.instagram.com/Tafrn 

Small businesses are taking a major hit around the country, and we're really hit hard in Vermont. We have one of the smallest economies in the country, and we are vulnerable to moments like these. This is a quick Covid-19 update with a few resources that have been brought to my attention. Stay safe out there!  Governor Scott's Directive 4 See it here Vermont Specialty Food Producers - Covid-19 Resource Guide  See it here Check here for VEDA (Vermont Economic Development Authority) updates on the SBA relief funds  https://www.veda.org/newsevents/covid19updates

Is there a better way to talk about politics? Listen as Jesse Warren of Democracy Creative explains how creativity and design can play an important role in politics. From war to debates to spirituality and inner peace, this is an interesting conversation to dive into. Visit Democracy Creative at  https://democracycreative.com/ And on Instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/democracycreative/

Michelle Valenti is a podcast host, entrepreneur, and content marketer. We talk about her business Audioimprints.com and Wondering Workers Podcast. We also go on about preservations, death and remote working.  www.audioimprints.com is a service that records audio of you or your loved ones. Michelle guides her client towards capturing an oral legacy that will preserve the stories for later generations.  Her podcast Wondering Workers http://wanderingworkers.com/ deals with the work/life balance and the power of working remotely.  You can also follow her marketing and design consulting feed at www.instagram.com/seaplusparents/    

This is the first Justin's Short Clip podcast which is a little different from our longer business owner interview-style podcast. In this podcast, I talk briefly about why Bill Murray won Super Bowl 2020.  I've written a blog about this as well at https://www.retromotion.co/post/why-bill-murray-won-superbowl-2020  

Listen to Ghost-Master General Joe Citro, a Vermont-based author, and folklorist. We speak about his work in documenting Vermont ghost stories, fears, the abyss, writing books, being an independent publisher, and working with a publisher. Don't miss this haunting peek into the Bard of the Bizarre's creative process and stories.

Social Media marketing talk with Molly Goodyear of 802 Social. We cover the basics from Facebook feeds to Instagram stories. She talks about her social media marketing and consulting business that serves Vermont based businesses.  Show notes: 802 Social Website https://www.802social.com/

Serial entrepreneur Paul Budnitz creator of Budnitz bicycles, Ello, Kidrobot and Superplastic talks about his creative process, and what it took for him to start his latest project Superplastic.co. Don't miss this awesome talk about vinyl toy collecting, nuclear energy and starting a business.  Order a collectable Janky at https://superplastic.co/

Creative genius Ryan Miller lead singer in Guster sits down and talks about his process, and the local creative economy. Listen to his inspiring talk about how change happens just by having a dialogue. 

From the Rooted in Vermont website: "Rooted in Vermont is a grassroots movement to increase consumer demand for local food. " We talk with Shane about Vermont food economy, and what his non-profits are doing to help the local food supply. This is a very interesting look into the Vermont food economy. Listen now!  Learn more about Rooted in Vermont by visiting; https://www.vtfarmtoplate.com/features/rooted-in-vermont#.Xj3YWxNKhTY

My brother Corey Bunnell calls in from Japan to tell his story how he was able to get his dream job. In high-school he always dreamed about working for Nintendo, and recently completed work as a programmer for Zelda: Breath of the Wild. He's also my brother so it was a super fun interview. 

Derek talks about his making the documentary about the power grid and climate change. But, as he starts to uncover truths about the grid his discovers more about his father (CEO of a Vermont power coop) authentic self. Derek also goes on to talk about what it's like to be in the filmmaking business, and the hurdles of being a creative.  You can see more details about Denial on IMDB at; https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5897002/ And, you can see Derek's commercial work at: Green River Pictures; http://grpny.com/  

Natalie and Nathan talk about their journey to start the Vermont Comedy club. We have a great time talk about comedy, Vermont, and what's it's like starting a business. Don't miss out on their story and hear the rise of the Vermont Comedy Club. You can see the latest shows and get tickets online at: http://vermontcomedyclub.com/  

A fascinating insight into the world of specialty coffee. Brio Coffee based in Burlington, Vermont makes some world class coffee and Nate is a co-founder and roaster. If you love coffee, and want to learn more about where it comes from, what to look for, and how to make a good espresso check out this podcast.  You can find Brio coffee at https://www.briocoffeeworks.com/  

Mike talks with us about what makes a good website, and the challenges of creating clear calls to actions. We also go onto networking and being a keynote speaker at conferences and how that can help you grow your business. Finally, the last part the challenge of having a desk job.  Show notes:  Eternity Website  https://eternitymarketing.com/