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In this episode, Dan & Ian talk about cat fishing, giant spiders, a variety of business topics and why Dan might be working in Antartica. Ian gives his compelling theory on evolution and why are we talking about Taylor Swift?This week the boys shout out Local Tap, a brewery in Lansdale. Seasonal cocktails, independent label specialty brews and live music. Check them out on our website listed below. #shopsmall #smallbusiness #podcastWant to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coSBE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinessexperience/SBE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/70527961/admin/Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian discuss Elon's takeover of Twitter and the details of the deal. They each give their reasoning for why this ended up happening. Dan & Ian go down the rabbit hole of invasive species in Florida and Ian's of knowledge of mosquito populations becomes concerning. As always, Dan & Ian are giving a shout out to a small business: La Bella Moda. This beautiful bridal salon as a great selection of wedding dresses, mother-of-the-bride dresses, bridesmaid dresses and a host of boutique items. Check them out on https://www.shopsbe.co/boutiques#shopsmall #smallbusiness #podcastWant to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coSBE Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinessexperience/SBE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/70527961/admin/Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

This week Dan & Ian are back, but in zoom form. Dan shares his opinion on a movie and how it relates to the Metaverse. The boys release new small businesses and challenge Elon’s intentions with his attempted takeover of Twitter. We hope you enjoy!  #shopsmall #smallbusiness #podcast Want to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.co SBE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinessexperience/ SBE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/70527961/admin/ Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

This week Dan & Ian are both back in the studio. They discuss feel good stories and the reality of technological downfalls.The boys review one of their small businesses hot sauces and challenge each other in the Saltine Cracker Challenge. We hope you enjoy! #shopsmall #smallbusiness #podcastWant to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coSBE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinessexperience/SBE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/70527961/admin/Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian welcome you back to the podcast for a solo episode. They talk about the recent Amazon scandal and how Netflix has positioned themselves to continue to dominate streaming. Also, Ian gives detail about his newest meal prep. Dan talks about Black Rifle Coffee Company and why they are successful. #shopsmall #smallbusiness #podcastWant to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coSBE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinessexperience/SBE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/70527961/admin/Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

"Reflecting on 10 Years of Being Brave..." -Brave Hearts for Strong MindsIn this episode, Dan & Ian welcome Brave Hearts for Strong Minds, a local nonprofit, to the podcast. The Executive Director, Andrea Wentzell, joins the boys to share about BHSM and many of the success stories.Their yearly donor walk is June 18th. We hope some of these stories have touched you and that nonprofits like these will continue to be supported by our communities. Brave Hearts for Strong Minds: https://bh4sm.orgBHSM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BHSMPhilly/Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian are back on another solo episode. This week includes the Russian invasion of Ukraine and a short history lesson of the conflict. Also, Dan shares the true concept of what it means to shop small. Ian gives his perspective on the macro effect of Amazon and big box retailers.#shopsmall #smallbusiness #UkraineWant to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coSBE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinessexperience/SBE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-small-business-experiencePlease like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

Former Special Agent and current Assistant Director in the Office of Internal Auditing at the FBI,  Mark Gerber, joins the SBE podcast.--Interview Topics--Find a Mentor 03:05Choosing a Major 4:10Early Career (EY) 6:10FBI Special Agent 13:20Fraud Investigations 17:50Professor at Saint Joseph's University 28:20FBI Assistant Director of Internal Auditing 28:55Luck or Hard Work? 34:38Identifying Talent 38:55Involvement in FBI Raids 42:30Mark's Legacy 49:20FBI Jobs: https://apply.fbijobs.gov#FBI #careeradvice #tellyourstoryA special thanks to Mark Gerber for graciously giving us his time. We hope everyone enjoys this and can take something away from Mark's incredible story. Thank you for joining us. Want to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coSBE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinessexperience/SBE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-small-business-experiencePlease like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian are giving you a simple explanation of how to report your gambling activities for your 2021 tax return. COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: Any income is taxable, not just money that is reported on your W-2G. All income is taxable unless exempt by Congress, even if you make $1. This video is strictly for entertainment purposes. This is not financial advice or recommendations.Step 1: Receive Your W-2G statement ----Generally, you'll receive an IRS Form W-2G if your gambling winnings are at least $600 and the payout is at least 300 times the amount of your wager. If not, it is up to the individual to self-report their winnings and loses.Step 2: How to Report Them (Federal)-----Gambling losses are allowed to be deducted up to the amount won. There is no deduction received even if your losses far outpace your winnings (you cannot receive the additional deduction or carry forward that amount to subsequent years)----You may deduct gambling losses only if you itemize your deductions----You can only take this deduction if you keep detailed records based on your gambling sessions.      ----Gambling is a high priority during personal audits. (i.e receipts, tickets, statements, or other records that have winnings and losses)----Claim your gambling losses up to the amount of winnings as Other Itemized DeductionsStep 3: How to Report Them (State)----IMPORTANT PA NOTE: Gambling winnings are fully taxable by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. State residents must pay state income tax on all gambling and lottery winnings from any source, except for non-cash prizes from playing the Pennsylvania State Lottery. As a resident, you must include lottery winnings from other states and countries.----No, expenses attributable to gambling and lottery income are deductible, such as: parking, postage, entry fees, meals and lodging or travel.----You can offset your winnings with losses up to the amount of winnings in PAStep 4: Find a CPA to Help Youhttps://www.troutjames.comWant to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In the return of short form episodes, Dan & Ian give you a guide to purchasing NFTs.Step 1: Purchase Ethereum Step 2: Set up an ERC compatible crypto wallet. We suggest using MetaMask, it is the best and most popular optionStep 3: Secure your Seed Phrase. A seed phrase is a unique set of 12 words. This is unique to you and you should never share it. Store your seed phrase somewhere securely.Step 4: Copy your Ethereum address from your Metamask account. It will begin with a 0x and be followed by 40 characters. Send Your ETH from Coinbase to Metamask.Step 5: From Metamask browse to opensea.io or other NFT marketplaces to connect your wallet and purchase. Words of Caution: Only buy with money you can afford to lose, spend hours educating yourself and be aware there are a lot of bad projects. Spend time in discords learning about the project and their build strong communities. Want to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian reveal the new small businesses joining https://www.shopsbe.co and give you an update on their goals. Also, they discuss small business role in the metaverse and the ongoing debacle of the PPP loans. The boys comment on the Joe Rogan continued controversy. 🔮 Metaverse🥇 Olympians are Starving🤑 IRS in Trouble🎙 Joe Rogan New IssueWant to shop at small businesses? https://www.shopsbe.coThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian reveal the new small businesses joining https://www.shopsbe.coAlso, they dig deeper into cultural topics and events that are on the horizon. 🇨🇳 Chinese New Year📜 Parkinson's Law🎙 Joe Rogan Controversy 🗞 NYT Buys Wordle 🏈 Super Bowl Coming Soon🙈 PSA Check on Your FriendsThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian have a lot to share. The world is going through changes and odd things are happening. How will this effect small businesses, supply chain and our daily lives? 💰Bitcoin & Ethereum 🇷🇺 Russia Invading Ukraine 🔥 Recent Fire Investigations🏊‍♂️ Swimming the Hudson River🌺 Missile Alert in Hawaii (2018)🔭 James Webb Telescope LandsThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode one of the boys is in quarantine, can you guess who? This episode hits on some intense subjects that are controversial ideas. Dan gives his prediction for the Metaverse and Ian exposes the electric vehicle market. There is so much to unpack on this episode, thank you for being here.🏈 Most Profitable Sports League👔 Our Style👾 The Metaverse Hot Take🏬 Store Fronts Disappearing 🚗 Electric Vehicle Issues🇨🇳 China Responds to Climate Change🥽 Virtual RealityThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian freestyle. Following their big launch of https://www.shopsbe.co they turn this week into a casual episode. Enjoy!🐃 Getting closer to your food🏈 College National Championship Game🏆 2022 Goals😃 Bob Saget & Betty White🍤 Crayfish👩🏻‍💼 Nancy Pelosi Thank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

The Website is FINALLY LIVE! https://www.shopsbe.co is the official online home for small business owners & the people who support them. Live on https://www.shopsbe.co you can list your small business, refer a small business, and shop for SBE merchandise items. For purchases from January 7th-January 10th, we will be donating 30% of our profits to a Non-Profit that is chosen by the audience. You can vote on LinkedIn or drop a comment below.-Brave Hearts for Strong Minds: https://bh4sm.org-Bruce Montgomery Foundation for the Arts: https://www.brucemontgomery.org-Never Surrender Hope: https://neversurrenderhope.orgThank you for being apart of our journey. The Small Business Experience is officially Open for Business.

In this episode, Dan & Ian welcome you back to the SBE for a start to the new year. Welcome to 2022 and we have a lot ready for you. Our project drops this Friday, 1/7/2022. We cannot wait to share with you. --TIMESTAMPS--Ian Swiss Trip: 02:45Current Events: 33:56Top New Year Resolutions 2022: 48:30--NEWS & VIEWS--Theranos Trial: https://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/elizabeth-holmes-decisionApple Market Cap: https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/apple/apple-becomes-first-us-company-reach-3-trillion-market-cap-rcna10767Small Business Growth: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/flip-side-great-resignation-small-business-boom-rcna10356Thank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian give you the full 2021 recap. They take you through their favorite moments of this past year. From guests to their infamous rants, this episode has it all. Thank you for taking this ride with us. Happy Holidays!Thank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode, Dan & Ian give an update on their project. DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON. We are revolutionizing what it means to shop small. Ian gives eye-opening stats on shopping small for the holidays, while Dan analyzes the micro and macro effect of investing in your local economy. Dan vs. Ian is back with vengeance. The boys are guessing the top 17 trending products to sell in 2022. Tune in to see who wins this week!Shop Small Stats: https://www.fundera.com/resources/local-shopping-statistics--TIMESTAMPS--Shop Small Stats: 06:57Current Events: 25:32Top Products 2022: 47:25--NEWS & VIEWS--Inflation Record High: https://www.cnn.comChamath vs. Bezos: https://twitter.com/chamath/status/1469295926783135744Better CEO: https://www.foxbusiness.com/business-leaders/better-ceo-time-off-zoom-layoffs-employee-backlashThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!

In this episode Dan & Ian take you on a trip throughout the holiday season. They take a stance in the Apple vs. Android debate and offer solutions to the global supply chain issues. Dan gives his estimation about the small business slump this gift-giving season. Ian details the joint venture between Meta (previously Facebook) and Uber. Finally the boys compete to see who can guess 2021s best credit cards.--TIMESTAMPS--Holiday Shopping: 12:05Current Events: 20:49Best Credit Cards of 2021: 54:46--NEWS and VIEWS--Small Business Saturday Slump: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/11/27/small-business-holiday-shopping-is-back-and-maybe-changed-forever.htmlPre Holiday Lay-Offs: https://www.foxbusiness.com/real-estate/better-com-ceo-tells-about-900-employees-theyve-been-let-go-during-pre-holiday-zoom-call-reportUber Partners with Meta: https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/02/tech/uber-whatsapp-india-intl-hnk/index.htmlThank you for joining us on this episode. Please like, subscribe and write a review for the podcast if you enjoyed this. We will see you next WEDNESDAY!!!