Animal Kingdom and Beyond. Jarod Miller grew up with an uncontrollable fascination for wildlife and animals. He tells stories about learning alongside Jack Hanna, being the executive director of the Binghamton Zoo, starting his own nationally syndicated television series "Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller", and making regular appearances on television shows such as The Today Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and The Rachael Ray show. This episode also features one of Jarod's business partners Jennifer Keppard. The two discuss becoming the unlikely owners and operators of Tap House Pub & Grill, and they preview future plans to dive into the world of real estate development.
Theme music written and performed by Eric Hutchinson.
Taking the Next Step as a Musician. Steve Balesteri joined every singing group school offered, but it wasn't until after college when he found the courage to pursue music full-time. He tells stories about discovering success through collaboration with like-minded musicians. Steve also offers heartfelt advice about not getting discouraged when your audience isn't shouting accolades. Rather, he suggests to be patient, persistent, and keep going no matter what.
Want to Start an Online Business? Emily Kluckhohn, Director of Storytelling at Step Out Buffalo, tells stories about taking a risk and leaving her job to start a wildly successful website. She talks about the decision to pivot from a restaurant-review site to a large-scale digital resource for all things food, popular culture, and events. Emily also shares her goals for the future and offers advice to hopeful entrepreneurs looking to take the next step on their own path to success.
Theme music written and performed by Eric Hutchinson.
80 Years in the Restaurant Business? Check. Million-Dollar Philanthropist? Check. Russell J. Salvatore, owner of Russell's Steaks, Chops, & More and Salvatore's Grand Hotel, tells stories about growing up, almost failing when he didn't put pizza on the menu at his first Italian restaurant, and how he plans to give his entire fortune away to charity.
Theme music written and performed by Eric Hutchinson.