In our second installment of the Small Business Starter Kit series - we’re tackling a topic that’s sometimes tricky, sometimes confusing, but ever-present: taxes. Hosts Austin and Jannese have an insightful conversation with entrepreneur Isabella Rosal who started 7th Sky Ventures , an exporter and distributor of craft spirits, beer, and wine. Having lived and worked in two different countries and started a company in a heavily-regulated field, Isabella is no stranger to navigating the paperwork-laden and jargon-infused maze of properly understanding taxes for a newly formed small business. Join us as she shares her story and provides valuable insight into how to tackle your business’ taxes - so they don’t tackle you. Learn more about how QuickBooks can help you grow your business: QuickBooks.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
A fresh and fun podcast that captures the musings of two fools who live for music. Plug in, turn it up, and enjoy a backstage pass to the stories and sounds that deserve the spotlight.
A fresh and fun podcast that captures the musings of two fools who live for music. Plug in, turn it up, and enjoy a backstage pass to the stories and sounds that deserve the spotlight.
Episode 10 goes into Rich's appreciation for the song La Femme d'argent and the iconic album, Moon Safari, by the French electronic music duo, Air. The conversation shifts to the memories Rich and John had when listening to Moon Safari and how music can bring a person back to a particular experience and time of life. The fools discuss Air's live performances, instrumentation, and go into a list of other interesting DJ duos and artists representing the chill and down tempo movement.…
John's topic is sure to delight anyone who has a passion for drums as he explores the James Brown song, the 'Funky Drummer' and the innovative contribution of Clyde Stubblefield. Clyde's back beats and ghost notes techniques were a signature sound and rhythm of the song, which became a staple sampled by hip hop and pop genres. John does a Fool's Anthem first and analyzes the sample by re-enacting the backbeat and providing an explanation of the drumming style. Clyde Stubblefield was a humble, self-taught, talented musician. The discussion continues with a list of songs that benefited from the creativity of Clyde's work, the surprising lack of recognition and no royalties received, and the overall ethical implications of fair compensation. Clyde was influenced by industrial-like rhythms and applied these beats into his drum style. The fools end the episode encouraging audiences to acknowledge and remember Clyde for his contribution to music.…
Rich challenges John and the audience to go deep and analyze the words of a song from the 90s era. The artist and song selected is George Michael and Praying for Time from his second solo album, Listen Without Prejudice. The fools delve into his life and career, exploring his song writing abilities and rise to fame with Wham! As George matured into a solo artist, so did his writing. Praying for Time had a socially conscious theme, calling out the human condition of greed, selfishness, and injustice. The fools discuss George Michael's background, the pressure he felt to hide his sexuality from his father and the public, until a controversial incident gave him a reason to come out. The conversation continues with a recognition of George Michael's quiet but generous, philanthropic activities, and his love for Christmas which now sadly represents a tragic day for his family and fans. The episode ends with Rich highlighting George Michael's incredible voice with his version of 'Where or When' from an album of covers George Michael released called, Songs from the Last Century.…
John presents a topic comprising of both a music AND movie discussion based on the 1984 cult classic movie and song: Repo Man. The fools discuss the work of Alex Cox, his unconventional approach with the film, and the punk rock themes that were brought to life by Iggy Pop, The Plugz, and other contributors to the movie soundtrack. John examines the lyrics of Repo Man and finds it bizarre and nonsensical, likely representing Iggy Pop's state of mind of during that time. The fools banter about punk and surf guitar sounds, share personal reflections on the 80s themes represented, and laugh about their favorite scenes and quotes from the movie.…
Rich leads this episode and puts the spotlight on Black Sabbath, the influential guitar licks of the song 'Paranoid', and the band's backstory and formation. The fools discuss Tony Iommi's tragic accident which resulted in his determination and eventual rise to become one of the greatest guitarists of the heavy metal genre. Paranoid was a last-minute song addition that gave the band a hit single and album title. Paranoid replaced the original Walpurgis concept, which represented a criticism against war and sending young people to die, but its dark symbolism was perceived by the producers to be too sinister. Following an evaluation of the song's lyrics, chorus, and guitar styles, the fools celebrate their shared appreciation for the intensity and talent of Black Sabbath, its musicians, and awesome fuzz signature sound.…
Summary: John opens the show offering a hint about the band being from the San Diego punk scene, which is instantly identified by Rich. The fools discuss the song "On a Rope" from the 1995 album title, Scream Dracula Scream, and call out a mutual admiration for Wesley Willis. Thoughts are shared about Rocket from the Crypt's unique sound, characterized by the incorporation of horns, and the band's immense energy during live performances which represent a key aspect of their identity and appeal. The fools name their favorite albums and tracks, discuss line up changes through the years (with a mention of John's favorite drummers), and the numerous SoCal talent connections to this band. A final reflection is shared on the song structure and technique using repetition to establish a groove, and how the band's music is like a jolt of energy that fires up its listeners.…
In Episode 4 Rich picks his topic and pays tribute to the King of rock and roll, Elvis Presley. The first song unwrapped is the hit 1960s single, It's Now or Never. The fools discuss Elvis as a conduit to introducing what was likely "cutting edge" following the swing and big band music of that era. They discuss the controversy raised around the King's overwhelming success with the rhythm and blues sound when other talented artists were already active in the same genre. The show wraps up with a vivid personal childhood memory of the news of Elvis' death, and a list of famous fans who worshipped him.…
Summary: In episode three of Fools Anthem, John and Rich go deep and analyze the breakdowns and bridges of the song 'Head to Wall' from the post-hardcore, New York band, Quicksand. They discuss their love of Quicksand's dissonant guitar patterns and face-melting performances, and acknowledge the evolution and maturity of the band's loud, chunky sound which does not disappoint the test of time. Chapters: 00:00 About Fool's Anthem 00:59 Today's Topics 03:02 Exploring Quicksand's Musical Style 08:02 The Legacy of Quicksand's Albums 12:10 Enjoy the Space 15:18 The Bridge 16:01 Evolution of Quicksand's Sound 21:58 Art and Aesthetics 23:26 Quirky Quicksand Stories…
In this second episode of Fools Anthem, Rich chooses the theme and gives John some interesting hints that triggers an infectiously funny moment. The two fools engage in a lively conversation and go metal, discussing an iconic song and album by the well-known Bay Area band, Metallica. They critique the production quality of earlier albums, discuss the other artists that inspired the band, and comment on the band's earlier years, noting that a commitment to rehearsals resulted in immensely gratifying live performances. The fools wrap up the episode reflecting on the evolution of the Metallica sound, share admiration for the band's dedication to their music, and the precedent set for the heavy metal genre. The conversation is filled with insights, anecdotes, and a deep appreciation for the artistry behind Metallica's work.…
It's the inaugural episode of Fools Anthem, where two fools muse about their love of music - discovering, listening, watching, creating, performing, and perhaps most of all just talking about it. Our hosts playfully deliberate and critique the music that helped shape them as burgeoning musicians, and discuss how it keeps them inspired to this day. John teases out the topic of the first episode by giving co-host Rich three cryptic clues. Initially stumped by the hints, Rich is reminded of their early days in highschool and their connection to the song "Nirvana". The conversation goes into the nuances of the song in keeping things raw and real, and the influence of the band, the music, and the broad impact of the music industry to steer a band's direction. They delve into the rationale of having cover songs on an album, and John shares a story about coming across a long, lost, promotional Cult beer can. The episode concludes with reflections on the lasting appeal of The Cult's music and a teaser for future episodes.…
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