This week we're joined by Shane Matlock — Owner and founder of The Burgundian: Coffee and Waffles. Shane grew up in a home that prioritized getting the family together for dinner and with a Grandmother who was famous for submitting recipes to the local paper. He developed a love for travel that led him to serve in the Army, and carried that through to a job as a Product Manager at a tourism company. Shane's enthusiasm for food and travel is absolutely contagious… It was only a matter of time before he would found Burgundian to begin sharing his passion for food and drink with even more people. Topics include an inability to stay still, creating a vision beyond your current circumstances, willingness to work hard even when it’s not going well, and the audacity to dream big. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can [become a patron of the show](#)(https://www.patreon.com/ycdidi). Show notes What’s a Burgundian, anyways? It’s someone who loves food and drink in both quality and quantity! A double-decker bus that doubles as a traveling cafe? Let’s do brunch. I’m in. What’s a liege waffle? Shane’s new Burgundian restaurant will be opening in Attleboro soon — they just signed the lease! Shane’s advice on teaching kids to cook: Use it as an excuse to spend more time together and give them room to be creative. Links Check out The Burgundian Coffee & Waffles Follow The Burgundian on Instagram Like The Burgundian on Facebook Big thanks to NGHTSWMfor the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Dean Weinberg - public accountant, business advisor and partner at Carl Weinberg & Co - for a conversation about what makes a business work and the myriad things an account does. Dean integrates his experience into businesses at every level of success and uses accounting to help creative people thrive. Topics include going deep with clients, what it takes to be successful, how to identify when a business is struggling, the balance of creativity and operations, and how working with a variety of companies and industries helps you grow. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes If you're the best, no one can take you out Understanding the difference between revenue and cash flow Advising and integrating into business as a public accountant The difference between a calculator and an adding machine 😱 Helping your clients achieve their potential What is double entry accounting? The RI Society of CPAs has an accounting olympics 🏋 Links Follow Dean on Twitter Like Carl Weinberg & Co. on Facebook Visit the Carl Weinberg & Co. website Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Kaitlyn Roberts - owner, financial backer, and coordinator of mayhem at Easy Entertaining. After discovering a passion for food while cooking for 6 women in a tiny apartment in Italy, Kaitlyn switched her major, graduated with a culinary degree, and started to build a business back home in Rhode Island. From personal chef, to party coordinator, to business owner, Kaitlyn runs one of the best catering companies in Rhode Island. Topics include the art of the party, listening to your customer, scaling your business, and building a long-lasting company that people want to work for. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes The only thing everyone in the world does - everybody eats Making a company people want to work for The isolating nature of owning a business, and the growing food community in Rhode Island The value of sourcing local and seasonal foods If blindfolded, could you tell the difference between red and white wine??? When done well, running an event should seem like magic Always hiring people smarter than you Links Follow Easy Entertaining on Instagram Like Easy Entertaining on Facebook Visit the Easy Entertaining website Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Audrey McClelland - digital influencer, blogger, social media consultant, brand advocate and founder of several online properties including Mom Generations and Permission to Hustle. After deciding a career in journalism wasn't going to pay the bills, Audrey started working in the fashion industry. At the boom of the online blog, she decided to make her mark with what has become a fantastic internet destination covering fashion, food, fitness, travel, and parenting five kids. Topics include content creation, cultural perspective, the rise of blogs, scaling your business, career gender bias, and making your own opportunity when none are coming your way. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes The power of sharing personal stories with a community The keys to successful blogging for over a decade What it's like making content every day Movement from the physical to the digital "front porch" - a gathering place where women feel safe and can share together If you don't see a door - build one A day in the life of a digital influencer Finding your circle of influence online - people who raise you up and help you become better Links Follow Audrey on Instagram Follow Permission to Hustle on Instagram Like MomGenerations on Facebook Like Permission to Hustle on Facebook Visit the MomGenerations website Visit the Permission to Hustle website Listen to the Permission to Hustle Podcast! Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Rich Ferri - musician, music producer, filmmaker, photographer - and founder of Rangely Films: a cinematic wedding film company. Rich is as inspirational and knowledgeable as he is artistically talented. His approach to life, personal development and risk is an awesome example of the "you can do it, do it" spirit. Topics include non-traditional careers, learning to trust people, using feedback to drive decision-making, and the importance of always striving for things that are just outside your reach. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes Trusting that the people who know you know your strengths better than you do Pure artists vs. serial creators Being excited about a large volume of things Making things, and then honing in on the things that people resonate with Taking your own advice Inspiring others by being an example of what you preach The zone of proximal development and constantly pushing just outside of your comfort zone Accepting and soliciting hard feedback Links Follow Rich on Instagram Follow RangelyFilms on Instagram Like RangelyFilms on Facehook Follow Rich on Vimeo Learn more about the Zone of proximal development Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Jamie Antignano, vice president of Angelo's Civita Farnese restaurant: a landmark italian restaurant on Providence's historic Federal Hill. Jamie brings a spirited approach to the ninety-five-year-old family-owned restaurant - with a deep appreciation for tradition, family, and desire to see Angelo's thrive for the next ninety-five years. Topics include the pressures of running an established business, the fine line between innovation and tradition, the power of nostalgia, and a devotion to family that keeps a business running for generations. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes What goes into being the vice president of a restaurant? Surviving the depression, the mob, and changing times on the hill Earning respect as a 25-year-old in a 95-year-old business The origin of the spaghetti donut When you go into Angelo's, bring change for the charity train! Remembering self care How to craft a life as successful as your business What is the feast of the seven fishes, anyways? If you really love your own olive oil, Angelo's will keep it in the back for you to use when you come in. So when you're here, you're actually family Go eat at Angelo's Civita Farnese - it's delicious Links Follow Angelo's on Instagram Follow them on Twitter Like them on Facebook Check out their website Follow Jamie on Instagram Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Chris Revill, host of "Let's Chat! with Chris Revill": a weekly long form conversational podcast featuring guests from the world of comedy, music, podcasting and beyond. Chris has been hosting "Let's Chat!" since 2013, and has released over 200 episodes! It's a great listen, from a genuine and engaging host. Topics include the social and communal aspect of podcasting, coming out on the other side of depression, how to connect with people, and the things that keep you excited several years into producing a show. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes "When you're going through hell, keep going" Keeping a podcast going for 6+ years How to get someone you don't know to do an interview on your show (if you ask over 10 thousand people it feels natural) Being generous with your knowledge Approaches to interviewing Hot take from Chris and Steve - steamed hamburgers are not good Stop and celebrate every victory The trials and tribulations of being a parent Being able to have pride and confidence in what you make Links Follow the Let's Chat podcast on Instagram Like him on Facebook Check out his podcast history on Libsyn Listen on Apple Podcasts! Follow the #PodernFamily hashtag on twitter Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Audrey Finocchiaro and Sam Lancaster, founders of The Nitro Cart: locally sourced, locally brewed, and locally poured really f*cking good nitro cold brew. Together, Audrey and Sam have grown a community of nitro cart/bar/tap enthusiasts they lovingly refer to as the "Nitro Cartel". Topics include having a genuine interest in the people around you, the importance of aesthetic, imposted syndrome, audacious goals, and overcoming the struggles of building a business from scratch. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes The benefits/drawbacks of being a successful but young business owner Growing your business by hiring people that are smarter than you Going from cart, to bar, to being on tap in 60+ locations in New England Building an aesthetically pleasing environment What it takes to make a space feel welcoming Having audacious goals that you're committed to (and following through on them) How to be an imperfectionist Links Follow The Nitro Cart on Instagram Follow them on Facebook Check out their website Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we're joined by Erin DeThomas, founder and CEO of Makers: a process-based kids art studio. Erin is a mother, educator, artist, and entrepreneur. She started Makers to fill an artistic void for her own children. What it has grown into is a place filled with opportunities to explore, create and get messy for all children. Topics include process based art, creative freedom, changing identity and discovering what's next, guiding kids into confidence through creation, and creating a curriculum that is as fun as is it educational. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes Art that is about the process, not the outcome Imposter syndrome Leaving a career that you identify with and figuring out what to do next Building a curriculum that weaves skill building into artistic outlets What is a sensory bin?! Identifying the different phases of art in children Finding balance between homelife and your business What is oobleck?! Creating a safe environment for learning and collaboration Links Follow Makers RI on Instagram Follow them on Facebook Check out their website Discover Oobleck Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.

This week we’re joined by Nadia, a Visual Merchandising Manager for Anthropologie, as well as co-founder of MDLTN: pieces made to be well-loved and worn often. A self-described aesthete, Nadia has a special skill to see how things can be made more beautiful, and then to make them more beautiful. The snowball effect of deciding to focus her attention on the little steps along the way has allowed her to make meaningful progress in her life, career, and entrepreneurial ventures. Topics include skipping college to build a career in retail, how to admit that you’re good at something, finding meaningful work, and building a business on top of your core values. If you love ycdi•di and want to support it, you can become a patron of the show. Show notes Nadia became a Levi’s Store Manager at 19 years old The importance of “necessity” as motivation to succeed Some lessons in branding MDLTN — a company Nadia is building around the idea that business don’t need to create disposable things to succeed. They can be beautiful and high quality. The changing jewelry and manufacturing industries What does a visual merchandising manager do? Learning to see things in a different way when you’re used to seeing them one way How to be involved in every aspect of a creative project Helping important people dress themselves Not everyone has to go freelance Links Want to see MDLTN jewelry? Check out their website Follow Nadia on Instagram Follow MDLTN on Instagram Big thanks to NGHTSWM for the use of their song, Fiji, on this show.