On this week's episode of the Rudnick Rants podcast, I'm catching up with an old childhood friend and emerging artist JD, but he'll always be John to me. We talk about his passion for creating art, NFTs, how his mentors helped him learn to pay it forward, what his art means to him, and so much more. It was truly a blast to chat with JD and get a better understanding of the art world and how artists have pivoted in this digital age. If you love what you hear, let JD know, slide in his DMs, and make sure you like, subscribe & follow the podcast! ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Follow JD on Instagram: @jdpaints -Stay up to date with JD: https://jdpaintz.com -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

We're back with a brand new episode of the Rudnick Rants podcast, and I could not be more ecstatic than to have none other than Danny Grant, aka Cowboy Circus. While Danny and I take a trip down memory lane, we also talk about his journey growing his traveling show into one of the most booked acts on the Fair circuit in the United States, as well as what it means to him to be his own boss. During the conversation we also touch on building his brand, what it meant to get Cowboy Circus patented and so much more. If you love what you hear, let Danny know, slide in his DMs, and make sure you like, subscribe & follow the podcast! ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Follow Cowboy Circus on Instagram: @cowboycircus -Stay up to date with Cowboy Circus: https://www.thecowboycircus.com/ -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

My guest this week is the woman behind the Instagram account Hollaback Cards, Danielle Peterson. We chat about everything from side hustles, entrepreneurship, content creations, homage vs straight up stealing ideas, and everything in between. Over the course of our chat we take many fun detours and Danielle was so gracious with her time. Enjoy this weeks episode and check her out when the episode is over. ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Follow Hollaback Cards on Instagram: @hollabackcards -Purchase some awesome greeting cards here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HollabackCards -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

On the podcast this week, I'm joined by one of Florida Politics Magazine's 30 Under 30 members and one of my fraternity brothers, Nick Alvarez. During the course of our conversation we talk about everything from the leadership experience gained through our fraternity (Sigma Chi) and how that applied to real world application, Nick's journey in the realm of Florida politics, cultural politics, and everything in between. It was truly a blast catching up with Nick and I hope you all enjoyed out chat as much as we did. ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Follow Nick on Instagram: @thenickalvarez -Nick's 30 Under 30 Profile: https://issuu.com/influenceflorida/docs/influence_winter21/98?fbclid=IwAR0jZRssOD-8PsvinIL4NguMUXXZz10PoBxXZNHVupy8jfnpOK9fsOvPWG4 -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

Joining me on the podcast this week is the founder and owner of Digitally Enhanced Marketing, Katie Gootenberg. Katie was so gracious with her time as she explains why she went into business for herself, what entrepreneurship, especially female driven entrepreneurship means to her, as well as the challenges of being a small business during COVID. We take a few detours during our chat to reminisce on our days at FAU, as well as share personal stories of growth over the years. ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Digitally Enhanced: https://www.digitallyenhanced.co -Follow Katie on Instagram: @digitally.enhanced.marketing -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

A new month and an incredible guest to kick off your week! Joining me on the podcast is pop culture expert and the host of the Not Aspirational Podcast, Hannah Brown. Together the two of us get into conversations about actual aspirations, what it's like to pack up your entire life in hopes of making it big, what it meant to create content in a continuously saturated field, and creating your own place at the table. During the course of the conversation we also talk about elevating others voices, what this past year's focus on ensuring that we're continuing to speak out and promote voices much different than ours. Hannah and I hope you enjoy the podcast half as much as we enjoyed recording it. ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Not Aspirational: https://www.notaspirationalpod.com/ -Follow Hannah on Instagram: @hannahabrown -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

For this week's edition of the Rudnick Rants podcast, I'm joined by author, motivational speaker, mentor, and all around boss bitch, Rayna Rose. She and I get into conversation about her latest accomplishment, her book "The Girl Who Said Hello to Everyone" as well as some of the adversity she felt, how she got started in advocacy, and we recount some of our fondest memories from our days at Florida Atlantic University. Our chat is filled with laughter, life lessons, and unfiltered content. ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Learn more about Rayna: therosegrows.com -Purchase "The Girl Who Said Hell to Everyone": https://the-rose-grows.myshopify.com/ -Follow Rayna on Instagram: @therosegrows.trg -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

Joining me on the Rudnick Rants podcast this week is none other than Tyrone Graham, a man who I hold in such high esteem, and also a fellow podcaster. Over the course of a jam packed hour plus, we get into the foundation of "stan culture", Eminem's legacy and giving birth to an entire generation of devoted, loyal and sometimes delusional fans. From reality tv to music to sports and e-gaming, we discuss the importance and often times negative impact "stan culture" can play amongst those mediums. ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Follow Ty on Instagram & Twitter: @tgraham0711 -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

On this weeks episode of the Rudnick Rants podcast, I'm joined by one of my closest friends, Ryan Celestina, M.Ed, who currently works as a Mental Health Counselor here in South Florida. Ryan and I discuss what it's been like for people during the COVID-19 pandemic as it relates to their mental health, the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, as well as an assortment of topics surrounding his field of expertise. It's my hope that our time together will be informative and even make a difference for one person listening. If you or someone you know is in need of counseling or mental health services, you can visit Positive Start Counseling for more information. https://positivestartcounseling.com/ ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Follow Ryan on Twitter: @RyanPCelestina -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants

This weeks episode of the podcast I'm chatting with my good friend Samantha Hanson as we dive into her a variety of topics including her time at the One Love Foundation, focused on educating today's youth on the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. We take a trip down memory lane as well to our college days, as well as our affinity for Lady Gaga (who Sam worked for). One Love Foundation: https://www.joinonelove.org/ Born This Way Foundation: https://bornthisway.foundation/ ************************************************************* Thank you to Uncle Monkey Media (@unclemonkeymedia) for all your sound and audio magic. You can check them out here: unclemonkeymedia.wixsite.com/mysite -Follow Sam on Instagram: @samantha.kasey13 -Follow Sam's Cats on Instagram: @socksandgeorgeanddexter -Follow me, Rudnick Rants on Instagram & Twitter: @rudnickrants