YMI Talking

Get ready to sip on tales of hops and dreams! Join us on the latest episode of the YMI Talking Podcast as we sit down with Wishful Thinking Brewing Company. Pouring stories of local agriculture, foam-filled travels, and Detroit-style delights! This episode is a flavor-packed journey you won't want to miss! Tune in for a brew-tiful experience!

Join us on YMI Talking as we sit down with the talented Kendal Conrad to dive into her remarkable journey in the music industry. From humble beginnings in karaoke contests to making waves in Nashville, Kendal shares insights into her rise as a singer-songwriter. Tune in as we explore her transition into the world of social media influencing and the fusion of creativity and digital presence. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation with Kendal Conrad, only on YMI Talking!

The YMI Talking Podcast is back with another electrifying episode! This time around, we're sitting down with Andrew Lawler from West Side Hammer Electric for a discussion that's sure to spark some excitement. We'll be delving into the art of balancing work and home life. And don't miss out on learning about chair flying – Andrew's got some insider tips that could revolutionize your productivity game. Plus, we'll be diving into the impact of military influences on today's workplaces. It's going to be an enlightening and entertaining chat that you definitely won't want to miss! So be sure to tune in and join the conversation – it's bound to be a shockingly good time!

The YMI Talking Podcast is back for Season 2 with a cheesy twist! If your passion for pizza and pasta rivals ours, then get ready for a mouthwatering adventure in this week's episode! Tune in as Yiannis Kyziridis, the mastermind behind Pat's Pizza & Bistro, dishes out the secrets of family recipes, pasta flights that'll make your taste buds soar, and even how they became a viral sensation on TikTok! Don't miss out on this saucy slice of podcast goodness!

Step inside the world of Bethlehem Food Co-op with Carol and Eric as they share the story behind this community-owned grocery store. Learn how they're fostering diversity and inclusion while supporting local producers. Discover how collective ownership is shaping a stronger, more resilient food system in Bethlehem. Explore the power of community collaboration in creating a vibrant and equitable future through the Bethlehem Food Co-op.

I got tired just typing all of Derek's businesses here and yet somehow, he is running them! Derek has successfully grown Lehigh Valley printing from a small, basement business to a full-scale printing operation, co-founded and developed Roasted in Bethlehem, and helped one the Valley's most unique breweries achieve their flavors. We talk everything from his successes to his involvement in the community to how he keeps family at the center of everything he does.

Most people don't link mental health and cleaning services, but Rose Selvaggio isn't most people. While Rose was earning her licensed therapist degree, she started Hocus Pocus Cleaning as a side hustle. Her side hustle has grown into a full-fledged operation with 15+ employees and hundreds of homes cleaned. Everything from the branding, to the cleaning, to the service is on point and Rose talks about the struggles and victories she's had in building Hocus Pocus.

From Chile, to Jim Thorpe, and now to Bethlehem, Donerds Donuts take the world by storm wherever they go. Andrew and Annabel tell us how they turned a family recipe and their nerdy love of science into the perfect donut! In Episode 23, we talk about their expansion, the culture they've built, and their keen eye for branding, but my favorite part is when we get to eat the donuts!

Kate Hughes is a comedian, radio host, writer, public speaker, and so much more. She recently launched a new online Zine with fellow creatives in the Lehigh Valley to highlight the stories, goals, and dreams of their community and beyond. In Episode 22, we talk about failure, bravery, and how much cooler Kate is than me!

Frank Mastroianni is the exact type of person this podcast was created for: He was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley, leads the team at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Valley Partners, is busy opening up new locations for them, is actively involved in the community, and is a lot of fun to talk to. We break down how he manages to balance all of his jobs, how inspires those around him, and what's next for him and his team!

Attorney. General Counsel. Distiller? Anthony Brichta is all this and more and tells us the story of how County Seat Spirits came to be in Episode 20. He is joined by their Master Distiller, John Shevlin, and they talk about the craft of spirit distilling, the business of spirits, and much more!

Edwing Joseph knows a thing or two about looking good and in Episode 19, Jimi tries to extract as much of that knowledge as he can. Based in Bethlehem, Edwing Joseph & Sons is THE purveyor of custom and bespoke suits in the area. They have outfitted everyone from TV stars, to NFL athletes, to musicians. Edwing's story starts in Haiti where his dad was a master tailor and taught him the love of the craft. It continues to today here he gets to watch his own children fall in love with the art of tailoring.

Lily Oswald is the CEO of Sorrelli Jewelry, a handcrafter, artisan jewelry store out of Kutztown with international operations. Her parents started the business when she was young and now she and her two siblings run it. In Episode 18, she breaks down what it takes to run a successful style brand in 2023, how important their lifetime guarantee is, and why community relationships are more important now than ever.

Coming in at #2 in the country, the Cliff Lewis Experience is not just one of the best realtor groups in the Lehigh Valley...they're one of the best in the country. Cliff Lewis is the man leading that group and has taken them to where they are today. In Episode 17, we sit down and talk all things real estate, growing a business, and creating a culture of winning.

In a very special first-of-its-kind, we sit down with Brooke and Ryan Dietrick for Episodes 15 and 16. This husband and wife power couple are doing big things in the Valley. Brooke recently launched the retail location for Truffle Bar which serves up the best chocolate truffles in the area. She talks to us about how she got started and the success she has had already. In episode 16, her husband Ryan talks to us about commercial real estate in the Valley, his love of sneakers, and how he loves promoting his friends' businesses. It was a ton of fun talking to both of them and you can hear it in the episodes!

In a very special first-of-its-kind, we sit down with Brooke and Ryan Dietrick for Episodes 15 and 16. This husband and wife power couple are doing big things in the Valley. Brooke recently launched the retail location for Truffle Bar which serves up the best chocolate truffles in the area. She talks to us about how she got started and the success she has had already. In episode 16, her husband Ryan talks to us about commercial real estate in the Valley, his love of sneakers, and how he loves promoting his friends' businesses. It was a ton of fun talking to both of them and you can hear it in the episodes!

Dr. Gil is a 4th generation dentist who still managed to follow his own path. Where most dentists join a practice and work up to partnership, Dr. Gil started his own practice. Thanks to his vision and leadership, that practice has grown significantly and continues to expand. We talk to him about the lessons he's learned, the challenges of balancing everything, and what's next. He also comes prepared for our Kick it up a Notch segment!

Dennis Morton wears many hats: husband, father, veteran, guitarist, liberal arts major, respected investment advisor, and of course co-founder of Morton Brown Family Wealth. In Episode 13, we discuss all of these with the master storyteller himself and learn how a Lehigh Valley transplant has had so much success in a relationship business.

In Episode 12, we are talking with Rob Eschbach from F13 Performance located in Allentown, PA. Rob has been perfecting his craft since he was 16 years old to get the custom results his clients want. In this episode we talk about his mission, what courses and tracks he has to offer, and what's next for F13! Go check him out at: https://f13performance.com/ Instagram: @f13_performance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/f13performance

On this week's episode, we are talking with Matthew Check from Cellar Beast Winehouse located in Andreas, PA, with a wine bar in Easton, PA. He is a talented winemaker and sommelier and Cellar Beast produces top-notch French-inspired wine. In this episode we talk about his vision for Pennsylvania wines, the economics of winemaking, and what's next for Cellar Beast! Go check him out at: https://www.cellarbeastwine.com/ Instagram: @cellarbeastwinehouse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cellarbeastwinehouse & https://www.facebook.com/Cellar159/