Podcasts: The Western Mass. Business Show

The Western Mass. Business Show

Entrepreneurs undertake risk and responsibility, in order to solve problems, contribute their passions and talents to society, and make the world go round. Our success and survival depends on them, and they depend on you. Hear their stories, perspectives, and inspirations every week, as they reveal themselves in a conversation with Tara Brewster. Saturdays at 11AM and Sundays at 2PM on The Western Mass Business Show.

Kisha Zullo

Western Mass Business Show on 4.15.23 – Entrepreneur Kisha Zullo

Kisha Zullo knows what it takes to be an entrepreneur. With years of event management under her belt she realized that she was not being treated fairly and made the leap of faith into going out on her own. It was a great choice because she has since become a serial entrepreneur through not one, not two, but three separate businesses. Events of Joy, Women in Business Summit (WIB), and May Kay are her three main professional roles but she is also a volunteer and community advocate for women in business and mentorship. Listen in to learn how she navigates her days and what makes her get up in the morning.

Jennifer “Jenni” Rivera from Jenni’s Kitchen in West Springfield, MA and Tessa Murphy Rombletti who is the Executive Director for E for All/E Para Todos in Holyoke, MA.

W Mass Business Show – E for All

This is it. Entrepreneurship for all. Shark tank with no teeth. It helps people live out there dreams by giving support and guidance to navigate the choppy waters of business ownership. It was a lively and fun conversation around networks, dreams, survival, and perseverance. Dream a little dream with me-E for All.

Daniel Reider Publisher of Northampton Living & Longmeadow Neighbor

Western Mass Business Show 3.4.23 – Daniel Reider Publisher of Northampton Living & Longmeadow Neighbor

Daniel Reider tells us what being the the Owner of Reider Media and the Publisher of Northampton Living and Longmeadow Neighbors really entails. How his journey here was born in the city but ended with country (the 413) and a better quality of life. Learn how hoop dreams can come true and that there is an Orange, OH. Don’t miss out on this super local social media in print edition of the WMA Business Show.

Dr.-Lynnette-Watkins-

Western Mass Business Show 2.25.23 – Dr. Lynnette-Watkins

Join us as Dr. Lynette Watkins discusses the ways that Cooley Dickinson Hospital has risen to the occasion that healthcare demands in today’s developing post Covid landscape. Dr. Watkins has traveled far to be with us, and we are lucky to have her in the 413 leading CDH to greater access and opportunity in this region. Find out how Mass General and Cooley have created a partnership that benefits all of us in Western MA and beyond.

Laura Fisher Executive Director of Just Roots

Western Mass Business Show 2.18.23 – Laura Fisher Executive Director of Just Roots

Join the conversation with Laura Fisher Executive Director of Just Roots as she talks about her family background in farming in 01027, battling climate, injustice, and the politics of humanity. Her mantra (and Ram Dass’s) of Love, Serve, Remember helps this non-profit move through the ways that they can live in service through food but also arrive at new places in partnership with hospitals, businesses, and COOP’s. Join us as we dish it up with this bicounty leader in the 413.

Western Mass Business Show 2.11.23 – Georgie Brunton of Miss Florence Diner

Listen in as Georgie refers to the Diner as her Girl and loving reflects on what it means to be all into a business. From running the diner, to waste management, to the Florence Civic and Business Association, Georgie has lived many lives. What’s your favorite dish at Miss Flo’s? Tune into find out.

Luc Abbot

Western Mass Business Show 2.4.23 – Luc Abbott at Bloom Media

Join us in hearing from Luc Abbott about the ways you can engage with them and their multiple touch points in downtown Northampton. Whether you need marketing and social media services or perhaps making connections to the LGBTQ+ community or experiencing art in a new and safe space in their offices, Luc is holding space for you. Join us for this personal and mission driven conversation based in community, equality, and partnership.

Tony Lechner and Julie Smith

Western Mass Business Show 1.28.23

Tony Lechner and Julie Smith take us on a lyrical journey into the why behind the power of song. Healing your trauma in a group setting while belting out Queen is sure to provide long term benefits, right? Join us as we talk to them about how Rock Voices has already changed lives in the 413 and beyond.

Jay Czelusniak

Western Mass Business Show 1.21.23

What does being prepared for death look like? Jay Czlewneziak walks us through some of the harder topics of planning for your own demise. With over 110 years of service, they may know a thing or two about leaving this earth with piece of mind.

Sara Carlan

Sarah Carlan – MSW

What does taking care of yourself look like? More importantly what does it feel like? Sarah Carlan MSW goes deep into the play back recording of your voice in your head and who is shouting what from the arena of your life.

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