In episode 13 of the "Plant Your Flag" podcast, Mike sits down with Rev. Frederick Marschner, LCSW-R.

This episode is like no other Fredrick dives into his experience as a psychic medium and social worker. People around the world reach out to him for exorcisms and more. Mike gets emotional when Fredrick tells him the names of his spirit guides.

Fredrick also shares how he and the spirit world can help heal people through Reiki as well as his craziest encounters with the spirit world.

Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

In episode 12 of the "Plant Your Flag" podcast, we are joined by Lindsey Zajac, CEO of Ascendant.

We explore Lindsey’s journey to the top and how Ascendant, previously known as Career Partners International, helps people plant their flags or transition into new careers and much more.

Our discussion touches on the importance of support during a person’s journey, and Lindsey’s naysayers helped fuel her success.

One example we discussed is Eric Conrad, who was laid off from his previous company and went into franchising starting Junk Luggers of Buffalo, you can hear his story on episode six.

Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

Our 11th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast we sit down with Paul Chisholm of Plan Administrators.

In this episode, Mike sits down with Paul, our oldest guest on the podcast so far, to dive into his journey of entrepreneurship. Paul shares valuable insights on his path to success being the owner of 7 businesses.

Now focused on helping other businesses grow and build wealth, Paul discusses the strategies and lessons he's learned along the way. Tune in to hear more about his ventures and the wisdom he's gained over the years.

Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

Our 10th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast introduces Joe Nicastro a partner at Cantor, Wolff, Nicastro & Hall

Mike sits down with Joe to talk about how he ended up planting his flag as an attorney. He takes us through his time as a musician opening for Paul Mccartney in London and getting to where he is now.

Joe shares insight as a business owner, the importance of setting goals, having dreams as well as weekly meetings with your team to drive growth in your business and much more.

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This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

Our 9th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast introduces the owner of Made 2 Move Fitness, Jared Byer

In this episode, Jared Byer talks with Mike about his business transformation from personal training and guiding folks through effective full-body workout plans to corporate speaking engagements focusing on Work Place Wellness.

Jared discusses how he started in the fitness industry, his shift to corporate wellness, and how the fitness /gym industry has changed over the years. He also shares some interesting insights and information about GLP1s & weight loss drugs. As well as stress and how getting active can help.

Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

Our 8th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast introduces the co-owner of Kreative Kitchens and Baths, Jim Blendowski!

Jer sits down with Jim to talk about how he planted his flag in the Kitchen and bath design space. Jim talks about how he became the co-owner of Kreative Kitchens and Baths when he was contacted by an old connection Steve Tarnish.

They discuss Steve and Jims approach to employee management and business operations. As well as what sets them apart in the industry.

You can also hear about what it's like working with clients creating and making their dreams come true and misconceptions clients have about showrooms.


Check out their 2 locations
5470 CAMP RD
HAMBURG, NEW YORK 14075

4997 HARLEM RD
AMHERST, NEW YORK 14226

More about Kreative Kitchens and Baths

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This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

Our 7th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast recaps the most memorable business and life advice and challenges our guests faced in episodes 1-6.

Hosts Jer and Mike sit down to talk about the most impactful advice and stories from each episode this season.

Check out who we talked to:
EP 1- Bean Media Productions
EP 2- Bradley Tree
EP 3- Spark Fitness
EP 4- Kenton Chamber of Commerce
EP 5- Advanced Sewer & Drain Cleaning
EP 6- Junk Luggers Buffalo

They discuss pulling back the lever and starting your business, the resources available for people interested in starting a business, the sacrifices that come with business ownership, and much more. We also hear some of Mike's stories from his experience owning Bean Media Productions.

Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

Our 6th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast introduces the owner of Junkluggers of Buffalo, Eric Conrad!

Mike sits down with Eric to talk about how the Junkluggers flag was first planted here in Buffalo.

Eric dives into how the COVID era influenced him to forge a new path that led to the start of Junkluggers. He speaks about what it's like owning a business and how he's learned over the last few years how to maximize the reach and assistance he and his team can provide.

He explains managing his team and how lugging junk is much more than that, it's helping people move on, helping to serve a greater purpose for nonprofits here in WNY, and providing a uniquely fascinating service to others.

He also shares some hilarious stories from the field that will surely bring you a laugh or two...

Learn More About Junkluggers

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This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!