Kathy gives an update on the 6th annual Indies and answers a couple questions about voting. The ballot and voting instructions for the #2021Indies are published at www.iwasateenageguitarist.com and on twitter @2019Indies Support all of the nominees! Go Indie, Vote Indie, Support Indie!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support

In this episode, Kathy discusses the upcoming voting process for the 2021 TC Indies, our 6th year! The Official Ballot and Voting Instructions appear here: www.iwasateenageguitarist.com Good luck to all our amazing nominees & Gooooo Indie!!!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support

2021 Indie Company of the Year nominee Mrs. D. Coupon Queen says its easy to get stuff for free or for 50-75% - from speciality drinks to make-up from food to detergent to clothing and other consumer goods.  Follow Mrs. D. on Tik-Tok and Instagram _mrsdcouponqueen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support

Go here to see the trailer's for Joseph's indie/DIY film "American Terrorist" https://youtu.be/TRtlDUpOnz8 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support

An Indie could have just pulled off the the best DIY project ever  However, if the right people don't know about it, that fabulous indie project might gather dust and not see the light of day. Marketing and public relations is critical to ensure media and potential buyers in your target market know about the indie project. In this episode of the Indie Zone, Kathy advised how to create an indie press release.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support

Crowdfunding is an excellent method to raise financial capital for your next indie project. Many good campaigns fail, however, because people do not understand the basics of crowdfunding.  In this episode of the IndieZone, learn the basic tips and tricks to help ensure your campaign is a big success! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support

It is impossible to bring an independent project - whether it be a physical book, artwork, design, merchandise, vinyl/CDs, or start an indie business without financing. In this episode, learn about crowdfunding and why it may help you raise the start up costs you need to realize your indie dream! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support

Kathy gives an overview of the Teen Clash Indie Awards, which she founded in 2016.  She also discusses her experiences in pulling off a high profile Do-it-Yourself (DIY) music and art project (Commercial Zone 2014 and I Was a Teenage Guitarist for the Clash) completely independently.  Kathy calls this endeavor the most difficult experience of her life and the most rewarding experience of her life.  Kathy believes if she was able to realize her Indie dream, you can and should. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kathleen-m-bonczyk/support