Best The Handmade Network Podcasts (2025)

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International student visa revocations, the future of abandoned boats in Morro Bay, Robin Greenfield's experiments in non-ownership, and a volunteer's tribute to the Live Oak Music Festival 58:51

1d ago58:51

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Professor Jared Van Ramshorst from Cal Poly's Department of Political Science talks to KCBX's Meher Ali about recent student deportations and visa revocations that have impacted international students across the country, including at Cal Poly. Then, KCBX’s Adam Solorzano reports on a state grant received by Morro Bay that will enable it to demolish…

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EP531: How to Build a Million Dollar Network With Selena Soo 52:33

2d ago52:33

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Discover why your network truly is your net worth as I chat with super-connector Selena Soo about her new book "Rich Relationships" and how to build authentic connections that can transform your business. In this episode, you'll learn the six circles of connection framework, why reciprocity is overrated, and how to become someone others naturally w…

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210: Clown in a Cornfield: From Page to Screen with Author Adam Cesare & Director Eli Craig 1:11:54

3d ago1:11:54

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🎙️ Hey Horror Fans!!! This week Director Eli Craig (Tucker and Dale vs Evil) and author Adam Cesare (Clown in a Cornfield) join us to talk about bringing Clown in a Cornfield to life on the big screen! We dive into the film’s balance of horror and comedy, designing the unforgettable Frendo, the legacy of creepy clowns in pop culture, and how small-…

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Episode #530: Identity Marketing 101: The Secret to Creating Brand Devotion Like Barbie, Harley & Taylor Swift with Veronica Romney 40:07

7d ago40:07

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Want to build the kind of passionate brand loyalty that has fans trading friendship bracelets like Swifties or being buried in branded caskets like Harley riders? In this episode, I sit down with certified master marketer Veronica Romney to uncover the game-changing framework of identity marketing - the secret weapon behind brands like Taylor Swift…

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Bull Sales and Duck Tales! 42:25

9d ago42:25

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Send us a text Rebranding, Bull Sales, and Ranching Insights In episode 10 of the newly rebranded 'Cows and Bulls' podcast, hosts Marina and Vanden discuss the origin of their podcast name and share experiences from recent bull sales, including purchasing a bull named Turtle from Turtle Creek Angus. They talk about the facilities and events at vari…

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Congressman Salud Carbajal on the state of our democracy, Fr. Ian travels to Guadalupe for locally-made sausages, and a peace activist shares their story of how they got banned from Israel for 99 years ... 58:37

9d ago58:37

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Congressman Salud Carbajal speaks with KCBX’s News Director Monica Lopez and KCBX reporter Gabriela Fernandez about the current administration’s policies and actions and what resonated with him at the Town Hall meeting that he co-hosted with Senator Adam Schiff at Cuesta College on April 22nd. For Playing with Food, KCBX's Fr. Ian Delinger travels …

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209: The Legend of Ochi (A24): Isaiah Saxon on Bold Fantasy & Handmade Worlds 1:23:26

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Hey horror fans! This week we’re joined by Isaiah Saxon, director of A24’s The Legend of Ochi and co-founder of the visionary film and animation studio Encyclopedia Pictura. We talk about Isaiah’s early creative roots, from drawing and stop-motion to building the kid-focused platform DIY.org, and how all of that shaped his unique approach to storyt…

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Episode #529: How to Train AI to Be Your Marketing Team (Even If You’re Not Techy) 35:16

14d ago35:16

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Feeling overwhelmed by marketing your jewelry business? What if you could have a full marketing team at your fingertips without the hefty price tag? In this game-changing episode, I reveal how I've trained AI to become my secret weapon for creating magnetic content that sounds authentically human. Discover my exact process for programming AI to mat…

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Episode #528: How to Navigate Tariffs and Your Jewelry Business 42:06

16d ago42:06

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Are the new tariff policies keeping you up at night? In this episode, I break down exactly what the 2025 tariff changes mean for your jewelry business, how they might impact your pricing and sourcing, and most importantly, practical strategies to protect your margins without panicking. I share my understanding of why these tariffs are being propose…

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Celebrating the history of our county's diverse workforce, Jennifer Adams on the impact of potential federal funding cuts on survivors, and Elaine Genasci reflects on two decades of keeping felines healthy ... 58:09

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By Meher Ali

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208: Reviving the Video Store: Night Owl, Troma Tales & the Power of Physical Media with Aaron Hamel 45:00

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This week on Mostly Horror, Steve flies solo for a killer conversation with Aaron Hamel, co-owner of Night Owl — a brand-new physical media movie shop in Brooklyn. They dig into the importance of physical media in the streaming era, the nostalgia of video store culture, and what it takes to revive that magic in NYC. Plus, Steve runs through the lat…

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Episode #527: How a Pink Skirt Sparked a Global Movement with Renee Warren 30:37

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Imagine walking into a room with 300 women wearing pink skirts, all celebrating their unique paths to success! In this vibrant episode, my friend Renee Warren reveals how a clairvoyant vision at a dinner table blossomed into The Pink Skirt Project - a movement that's revolutionizing how female entrepreneurs define success on their own terms. With r…

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Episode #526: How to Build a Unicorn Team with Jennifer Kem 38:18

21d ago38:18

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If you've ever felt like your ideas aren't getting the traction they deserve, or you've struggled to build a team that truly gets your vision, this episode is about to change everything for you. I'm sitting down with my dear friend Jennifer Kem, a powerhouse entrepreneur, branding expert, and author of the new book "Unicorn Team." Jen reveals her g…

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207: Author Clay McLeod Chapman on Losing Loved Ones to Extremism — and Writing Through It 1:36:50

24d ago1:36:50

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Author Clay McLeod Chapman has done it all.. short stories, novels, a TON of comics, and screenplays for both indie and big-name films. In this episode, we talk about his wild and winding journey through the horror genre.. from an early indie short that caught Elijah Wood’s eye, to co-writing Wendell & Wild with Henry Selick and Jordan Peele, and w…

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Episode #525: The Power of Authentic Video: How to Create Content to Build a Magnetic Brand on Instagram 43:12

29d ago43:12

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Posting your heart out on Instagram but only getting likes and comments instead of sales? Let's fix that! In this episode, I'm bringing in my "video bestie" Stephanie Dorworth who's going to blow your mind with her approach to authentic video content that actually converts. We dive into Stephanie's incredible journey from analytical physical therap…

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Poets from SLO County celebrate National Poetry Month, Immigrant winemakers on their journey from "cellar rats" to entrepreneurs, and seeing the world through the SLO International Film Festival 58:21

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April is National Poetry Month, and we invited Caleb Nichols, the Poet Laureate of San Luis Obispo County, to gather local poets from the region to do a poetry reading session at our studio. Caleb hosts the segment. Mira Honeycutt, host of Wine Country, speaks to winemakers Edgar Torres and Enrique Torres about their journey to making Spanish wines…

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206: Director Chris Landon on DROP, Internet Backlash, and Hollywood’s Fear of Queer Horror 1:15:44

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Writer and director Chris Landon (Happy Death Day, Freaky, We Have a Ghost) joins us to talk about his latest thriller, DROP, a tension-filled ride that turns a simple phone feature into pure terror. We dive into his collaboration with Josh Ruben on Heart Eyes, creating an experience with tension, laughs and a bunch of heart, and the moments that m…

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Conversations with vets, spicy mare, and Marina interviews Vanden! 54:34

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Send us a text In Episode 9 of the 'Cows are Girls and Bulls Have Balls' podcast, hosts Marina and Vanden discuss the ongoing activities and challenges at their ranch. They cover topics like the end of heifer calving, tagging, and vaccinations, as well as the use of horses for sorting cattle. They talk about a recent vet meeting focused on improvin…

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Episode #524: Trusting Your Inner Knowing: Unlocking Source Magic in Reinvention with Darla LeDoux 50:23

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Hey creative souls! That feeling in your gut when you KNOW something needs to change in your business but can't quite put your finger on what? That's your magic talking! In this episode, I'm chatting with my amazing friend Darla LeDoux (chemical engineer turned transformation queen!) about tapping into your intuition to guide your next big move. We…

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Ira Glass on storytelling and documenting our times, making handmade caramels with entrepreneur Erin Holden, and a nonprofit's fundraiser to boost school band programs 59:09

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Marisa Waddell, KCBX Program Director, is in conversation with Ira Glass, the creator, producer, and host of This American Life. Ira is touring with a show called An Evening With Ira Glass, Seven Things I’ve Learned, and he’s coming to the San Luis Obispo Performing Arts Center on April 5th at 8 pm. Here, he shares his thoughts about what makes a g…

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205: Samara Weaving & Jimmy Warden on Borderline, Twisted Love Stories, and That Time They Were Followed Home 1:18:02

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Samara Weaving (Ready or Not, Scream VI, The Babysitter) and her husband, writer-director Jimmy Warden (Cocaine Bear, The Babysitter: Killer Queen), sit down with us to talk all things Borderline—a darkly twisted thriller about fame, obsession, and dangerous attraction. Samara stars as Sofia, a former ‘90s pop star trapped in a psychological game w…

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Monarch butterflies and why their survival is key, Mothers for Peace on advocating for Diablo Canyon's closure, the Santa Barbara Transgender Advocacy Network and a brief history of birthright citizenship ... 58:11

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KCBX Programming Intern Sam Doyle-Jacobson's interview with Randy Widera, Director of Programs for California State Parks Foundation, where he discusses the decline in monarch butterfly populations and why their survival is key. Linda Seeley and Jane Swanson, board members of San Luis Obispo Mothers for Peace, speak with KCBX's Meher Ali about thei…

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Episode #523: The Art of Reinvention: Tracy's Interview With Cathy Heller 43:56

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Ever feel like you've outgrown your business or creative identity? You're not alone! In this special feed drop from my conversation with Cathy Heller on her Abundant Ever After podcast, we get real about what it takes to reinvent yourself without burning everything to the ground. I open up about my own five reinventions, share why most people get s…

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Loose screws, interviews, and living the dream! 47:32

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Send us a text Interviewing Marina: Ranch Life and Personal Anecdotes In this episode of the Cows are Girls and Bulls Have Balls podcast, Vanden and Marina try something new with Vanden interviewing Marina to help listeners get to know her better. They discuss ranch updates, including calf tagging and heifer calving, as well as the struggles and be…

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204: Flying Lotus on ASH, Horror, and the Art of Unease 52:44

2M ago52:44

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Flying Lotus (Kuso, And SO much music you should check out) joins us for a deep dive into his latest sci-fi horror film ASH, his evolution as a filmmaker, and the twisted creative vision that drives his work. We explore how he built the film’s eerie atmosphere, why horror speaks to him as an artist, and some of the building blocks that gave us this…

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Following Harry Belafonte in Santa Barbara, Wine for Paws weekend and a wine memoir about working the 1995 crush on California's Central Coast 58:56

2M ago58:56

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Susanne Rostock, director of “Following Harry,” a documentary about the life of singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte, speaks with KCSB reporter Kelly Darroch about her lifelong friendship with Belafonte. The documentary was featured at this year’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Then, for Peace, Love and Pets, Robin Coleman of Wood…

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Episode #522: The Power of Your Story: How She Channels the Narrative You Didn’t Know You Had 49:03

2M ago49:03

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"When was the last time you truly felt ALIVE in your business?" That's the question that sparked one of the most powerful conversations I've ever had on this podcast. My guest Chantelle Adams (speaking coach turned energy healer) left me in tears when she channeled my brand story LIVE on the show - revealing how abandoning my creativity as a teenag…

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203: First Contact Movie Night: The Ultimate Alien Movie Marathon (feat. Adam Volerich from Eye of the Duck) 1:39:23

2M ago1:39:23

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If aliens landed tomorrow and wanted to understand humanity through film, what would we show them? We’re crafting the ultimate First Contact Movie Night with our friend Adam Volerich from Eye of the Duck! From heartwarming classics to the darkest depths of human depravity—and, of course, our dumbest antics—we’re curating a must-watch list of flicks…

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Good news and bad news. 30:45

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Send us a text A Week of Sales, Celebrations, and Challenges at Gaaskjolen Ranch In this episode of the 'Cows or Girls and Bulls Have Balls' podcast, Vanden and Marina provide an insightful recap of the latest events at Gaaskjolen Ranch. They begin by celebrating Vanden’s father's 78th birthday with a low-key family dinner and the traditional task …

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Episode #521: Expanding Your Business (and Yourself) Beyond Your Current Reality–Navigating Growth During Tough Times 36:43

2M ago36:43

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What if the challenges you're experiencing right now aren't roadblocks, but signs that expansion is right around the corner? In this episode, I explore why the discomfort you're feeling in your business might actually be the catalyst for your next level of growth. I share my personal journey of reinvention and break down the three critical phases o…

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Vintners carrying the Paso Cab flag, nurturing youth learning through the loop of music and how Dignity Health's hospitals serve the Central Coast 59:30

2M ago59:30

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We have a brand new segment here on Issues and Ideas! It’s called Wine Country and it’s hosted by wine journalist Mira Honeycutt. Mira is in conversation with Paso Vintners Gary Eberle, founder of Eberle Winery, and Jerry Lor, founder of J. Lor Vineyards and Wines, about Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles. Sarah Mason, founder of the nonprofit Inf…

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202: Inside Opus: Mark Anthony Green on Art, Ego & Horror 1:06:14

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Hey Horror Fans!!! This week director, writer, and former GQ journalist Mark Anthony Green joins us to dive deep into Opus, his psychological thriller about art, ego, and the dangers of blind devotion. We discuss his transition from journalism to filmmaking, the real-life inspirations behind Ariel’s journey, and what it’s like working with a powerh…

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