In this episode of jumbleThink, host Michael Woodward sits down with TJ Smith, President of EAW (Eastern Acoustic Works), for a behind-the-scenes look at the rebirth of one of the most iconic names in pro audio. From their pioneering days to the challenges of a venture capital buyout, EAW’s journey has been anything but ordinary. TJ shares how the company navigated its toughest seasons and what it took to rebuild a legacy brand in a rapidly evolving industry.
Reinventing Journalism with Richie McGinniss
Sustainable Clothing with Kris Cody
Kris Cody is the founder of Paka Apparel with a dream of changing the way people play outdoors and the clothing that makes it possible.
Secrets of a NBC Page with Shelley Herman
What the behind the scenes stories from the best of NBC Burbank? What really went down between Johnny Carson and Joan Rivers? What was Andy Kaufman like when the 'cameras were off?' Shelley Herman cut her teeth in the world of entertainment during the crazy times of NBC in the 1970s. Tune in to hear all these stories and more.
Building Your Dream Ideas with Jeffrey Madoff
We all have the 'dream' career. The one that seems just a little too impossible to become reality. But what if your ideas could be the foundation for the dream job? What if you could make a living off your ideas? Jeffrey Madoff believes it is possible to turn make a living off your ideas. He recently released a new book 'Creative Careers: Making a Living with Your Ideas' to explore that idea. By weaving the stories of successful creatives and lessons in his own life, he helps to teach us how ideas can be the foundation for the life of your dreams.
People Over Projects with Michael Woodward
Recently I started to reassess what I believe. What I believe in business and my personal life. One revelation was that I believe in People over Projects. As a dreamer and idea maker it's easy to lose my way and forget why I chase those ideas and dreams. In business it's easy to get hyper focused on a client project and website I'm building and loose sight of who I'm building it for so that I can get the project wrapped and get paid.
Depression, Anxiety, and Other Things with Ryan Waller
The Music of Switchfoot with Jon Foreman
Creativity and passion are hard to define and often even harder to keep doing year after year. Yet Switchfoot not only was a part of the soundtrack of our youth they also continue to stay relevant in our ever changing world. 25 years later they are reshaping how they connect with fans during the global pandemic.
Making Your Dreams Unhackable with Kary Oberbrunner
Redefining Your Identity Josh Cary
Often we live life hiding from the dreams and ideas we have. Most of the time it's because we don't really know who we are. Our identity can often be masked by insecurities and failures. In today's episode, Josh Cary shares how he went from hiding to an entrepreneur helping others find their true self. When we answer the question of identity we can find true confidence and a place of belonging. By finding your true voice you can step into the fullness of how you can impact the world.