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Ryan Durbin & Becca Otis

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Ryan Durbin (@rdceramics) & Becca Otis (@5linespottery) share their experiences as potters, makers, small business owners, and creatives. Becca is a full time studio potter, while Ryan is a full time website developer and part time potter. We'd love to share our ups and downs along the way as we build our skills as makers and small business owners in an honest, informal manner. We hope to bring you helpful tips we've learned over the years, learn from each other, and share expertise from a n ...
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The Naked Guru Experience is a weekly podcast broadcast from Bali. We present some of the world's most unique minds discussing topics of spirituality, psychology, consciousness, philosophy & psychedelics. Guests include Rupert Sheldrake, Paul Selig, Dennis Mckenna, Chris Bache, Rick Strassman, and many more.. www.thenakedguruexperience.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenakedguruexperience/support
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ATX Metal Podcast

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The goal of the podcast is to grow with our community and help shed some light on the behind the scenes of our local bands and everyone involved in the music community. We support in any way that we can by going to shows, buying merch and bringing you these podcasts so you can get to know the bands and people little bit more.
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Anyone who's anyone is slated to come on, in this awesome show; hosted by broadcast legend, Howard David. Here, Howard delves into the world of sports through the eyes of some of the best reporters and sportscasters in the business. Great guests, better interviews, this is one you don't want to miss.
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Welcome to Ignite, the podcast where we delve into the innovations and ideas that are transforming our world. Hosted by Brian Bell of Team Ignite Ventures, this platform offers a front-row seat to candid conversations with trailblazing founders, visionary investors, and thought leaders who are shaping the future. Our episodes explore the mechanics of Startups and Venture Capital, the promise of technology, and the societal implications that often go unnoticed but are imperative for responsib ...
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In this episode of The Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Ryan Fishel, the founder and CEO of Sweet Spot Bike Leasing, a fintech company aiming to revolutionize the micromobility leasing space. Ryan shares the origins of his startup, inspired by his family’s background in the car leasing business and his personal passion for cycling. Sweet …
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Michael Ebel, the CEO and founder of Atmosfy, a platform designed to revolutionize how people discover dining, nightlife, and travel experiences through video content. Michael shares his journey from his early career in the U.S. Air Force to founding Atmosfy, highlighting the significant …
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Manish Patel, a venture investor at Nava Ventures and a former Google product manager, to discuss his journey in venture capital and technology. The conversation delves into Manish's accidental entry into venture capital, where he reflects on the changing aspirations of young professionals …
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Ryan and Becca are back to finish their chat with Aleatha Aiken-Sherrer. Aletha flips the interview a bit and starts asking the hosts questions as we get deeper into topics ranging from commission orders to developing a style to being prepared for a busy show schedule. Enjoy! -----Find more about Aleatha's business below----- Instagram - @aleathabe…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Miguel Guerrero, the co-founder and CEO of Otis AI, a platform designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses with AI-driven advertising solutions. Miguel shares his journey from creating one of the world's largest Minecraft servers as a teenager to founding and leading Otis A…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Dave Scott, a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing executive with over two decades of experience. Dave, currently the CEO of Evil Genius Games, shares insights from his diverse career, which includes leadership roles at major corporations like Amazon Web Services, Oracle, and Twitter, as well a…
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Ryan and Becca welcome back Aleatha Aiken-Sherrer from Aleathabean to chat on a range of topics. Aletha has some insights on using a cheap Amazon pottery wheel to sustain her business the past few years. We also get to hear more about how Aletha lives with Crohn's disease the past few years and how it impacts her business. Come back next week for t…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Sean O’Brien, the founder and CEO of CollectWise, an innovative company that utilizes large language models (LLMs) to automate debt collection. Sean shares his journey from running a digital agency to founding CollectWise after experiencing the challenges of debt collection firsthand thro…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a lively and insightful conversation with Caroline Winnett, the Executive Director of Berkeley Skydeck, UC Berkeley's flagship startup accelerator. The discussion begins with Caroline sharing her unique career journey, starting from her early days as a professional concert violinist …
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Ryan & Becca get into an interesting discussion sparked from a human psychology thought experiment Ryan had recently. We get into the weeds about the differences between those who are flexible focusers ("spaghetti brained") and priority focusers ("box brained"). The discussion ensues and provides some context to how both Ryan & Becca manage their b…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Christian Jacobsen, the co-founder and CEO of Crema, an all-in-one software platform designed for freelancers to manage payments, collections, and financial products. Christian shares his journey from Norway to the University of San Francisco, where he was inspired by entrepreneurial…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Aakash Shah, the founder and CEO of Wyndly, a Y Combinator (YC) 2021 startup specializing in lifelong allergy treatment through exposure therapy. Aakash introduces Wyndly, explaining its mission to fix allergies permanently by building tolerance to allergens such as pollen, cats, and d…
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Ryan & Becca tackle a listener question today about the importance of having a cohesive style in pottery. Two Sisters Pottery includes a sibling duo creating work in varying styles today. We discuss the balance between creative freedom and branding, offering insights on how diverse styles can coexist within a single pottery business. Thanks for lis…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Royal Jain, co-founder and CEO of CodeParrot, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Royal shares his journey from being a computer science student at IIT Bombay to founding CodeParrot. His career path includes various internships and jobs in Japan and at Xerox Research, where he realized …
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Roger Einstoss, the founder and CEO of Brainly. Roger shares his journey from growing up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to founding Brainly, a company dedicated to connecting Latin American talent with American businesses. He emphasizes the advantages of working with Latin American teams,…
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Ryan & Becca discuss some lessons learned after Ryan recently listened to some of The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber. They specifically focus on the idea of the entrepreneur, the manager, and the technician and dive a little bit into franchising as the author explains as well. We share some insights related to our own businesses as we converse.…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Kenneth Berger, a 20-year veteran in the tech industry, first Product Manager at Slack, and current executive coach. Kenneth shares his journey from the highs of startup success to the lows of being fired by a co-founder. This range of experiences led him to a pivotal moment of self-…
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Ryan & Becca finish up our conversation with Tzipporah from Sipor Ceramics to hear more about packing for a big international move and a big project she's hosting this August. Tzipporah is bringing together 5 artists for Modern Clay: A Live Virtual Summit to help attendees learn a range of topics from wheel throwing, hand building, surface decorati…
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The Breakdown Jake Murphy, a solo artist from Denver, shares his journey of becoming a solo artist and creating music. He started his music career in a band in Oklahoma and later moved to Denver to pursue his solo project. Jake collaborates with Tyler Ruhl and Elliott Post to create the instrumental tracks for his songs. He records the vocals himse…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Ken Sawyer, the founder and managing director of Saints Capital, to discuss the intricacies and opportunities within the world of venture capital and secondary investments. Ken provides a brief overview of his extensive experience in the venture capital sector, sharing his unique persp…
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The Breakdown In this episode of the ATX Metal Podcast, Ryan Rayle interviews the members of Lift the Curse, an alternative heavy rock band based in Austin, Texas. The band consists of Jon Yadon Jr. on guitar, and Ryan Hegefeld on guitar and vocals. They discuss their background, the formation of Lift the Curse, their songwriting process, and their…
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Ryan & Becca welcome back Tzipporah from Sipor Ceramics to catch up on what's happening with her virtual workshops since we last talked. Virtual teaching was in it's very early stages the last time we talked in August of 2023 for Tzipporah and she's come a long way since. In the midst of balancing family life and the business, she's moving out of h…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Susan Conover, the co-founder and CEO of Piction Health, an AI-powered virtual dermatology practice. Susan shares her journey from being a mechanical engineer to a healthcare entrepreneur driven by her personal battle with melanoma. Piction Health aims to provide accessible and effic…
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Ryan & Becca are back after a long time since their last Q&A episode nearly a year ago. They answer many of your questions related to business, studio practice, and a few random ones. Thanks to everyone who continues to send us questions on Instagram and by email! Listener Questions Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking a…
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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell sits down with Ashutosh Purohit, the CEO and founder of Yenmo. Ashutosh introduces Yenmo, a company based in India that offers loans against mutual funds and securities. He explains how Yenmo provides low-interest loans by holding mutual funds or stocks as collateral, reducing the interes…
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In this episode of Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Marcel Tan, co-founder and CEO of Tusk. Marcel shares his journey from growing up in Singapore and China to serving in the Singapore military and eventually moving to the United States for college at UC Berkeley. His diverse background and experiences played a significant role in shaping…
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Ryan and Becca are back with Jordan Kloppe, owner of Bluebird Clay, for part two of our discussion. He shares more about new product development, manufacturing challenges, experiences at pottery conferences (Clay Con West & NCECA), fulfilling orders efficiently, building a small pug mill, and the future of Bluebird. Thanks to Jordan for chatting an…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell returns from a month-long vacation, excited to dive back into discussions with his first guest post-vacation, Imran Sheikh. Imran, a longtime collaborator with Team Ignite and an experienced product designer, shares insights from his journey in the tech industry, starting from his early days in…
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The Breakdown In this episode of the ATX Metal Podcast, Ryan sits down with the band Venustra. The band has a unique theatrical show and incorporates elements of shock rock, Japanese visual Kei, and swing music into their sound. They have faced challenges in defining their genre but strive to create a bigger sound that sets them apart from other ba…
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Ryan and Becca introduce listeners to Jordan Kloppe, new owner of Bluebird Clay. Bluebird is a name that’s been around our industry for decades and are most known for manufacturing pugmills, clay mixers, and Soldner pottery wheels. Jordan shares his outsider perspective as he recently purchased the business, brings it into a new era of manufacturin…
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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews his friend Marc Ladin, a partner at Project Voice Capital Partners. The conversation kicks off with Marc sharing his unique journey from a marketing professional to a venture capitalist, highlighting his early exposure to technology through his father's entrepreneurial ventures…
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Ryan & Becca come ready to chat all about what's involved in moving out of a studio, no matter the size. I think we can all agree, moving sucks! Both have experience in moving to larger and smaller studios over the years. With Becca's recent move, she's got a lot to say about selling equipment, tools, clay, etc so someone else can get a second life…
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The Breakdown In this episode of the ATX Metal Podcast, Ryan sits down with Eamonn Danzig, one of the creators of the Bat City Black Metal Fest. They discuss the origins of black metal, the message behind the festival, and the efforts to promote inclusivity and distance the genre from its tainted past. The festival will feature eight bands, live sw…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Matt Caspari, Managing artner at Alumni Ventures, for an insightful conversation on venture capital, deep tech investments, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. Caspari shares his journey from a biochemistry student to a leading figure in the venture capital space, highlighting his …
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Ryan and Becca welcome back Link Henderson, the owner of Kentucky Mudworks and Dirty Girls Pottery Tools, for part two of our conversation from last week. They discuss switching to Shopify as a sales platform, running marketing campaigns/sales throughout the year, online and print resources for staying up-to-date on changes in our industry, and som…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Dr. Matt Welsh, an AI pioneer with a storied career spanning from Google to Apple, and currently leading his own stealth startup, joined host Brian for a deep dive into the evolving world of AI, particularly focusing on large language models. Dr. Welsh shared insights from his extensive experience, starting wi…
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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages with Brian Mac Mahon, founder of the Expert Dojo, a premier startup accelerator based in Southern California. The conversation kicks off with Mac Mahon detailing his accidental journey into venture capital, emphasizing his passion for growth and innovation over mere financial gain…
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Ryan and Becca welcome back Link Henderson, the owner of Kentucky Mudworks and Dirty Girls Pottery Tools, for an in-depth conversation. They discuss the significant adjustments Link's businesses have made since their last chat 3 years ago, particularly in response to the uncertainty surrounding raw materials. Link also shares insights into their ri…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Julian D'Angelo, founder of Talin, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Julian shares his transition from growth marketing to the tech sphere, particularly in staffing and recruiting technology. His extensive experience in early-stage, venture-backed companies allowed him to carve a niche …
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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Steve Walsh, a partner at Hands on Angel and a seasoned investor. Walsh introduces himself as a contrarian investor who aids early-stage founders in accelerating capital, revenue, and growth. His background as an operator turned investor enriches his approach, as he brings deep insights int…
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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Fred Campbell, a seasoned entrepreneur and managing partner of Track, a venture capital firm leveraging technology and collective intelligence in the investment process. The discussion kicks off with Campbell's unique perspective as a founder first and an investor second, highlig…
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Ryan & Becca are back to chat about Becca's next challenge as she's made her way back east for the summer. She's planning ahead for diving head first into online teaching in clay. It's not something too foreign for her, but she's been planning for months (maybe even years) to get to this point. There's a lot of unknowns still, but the plan is set i…
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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell delves into an engaging conversation with Rubaiyat Farhan, the co-founder and COO of Markopolo. Rubaiyat shares his journey from an entrepreneurial student to the helm of a burgeoning startup in the competitive marketing technology landscape. He discusses his early experiences with his fi…
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Ryan & Becca are happy to be joined by Bethany Kramer from Bethany Rose Pottery to answer all of our questions about working on orders with restaurants. Bethany has been working with various local and regional restaurants over nearly the last decade, finding success as she's grown. We're happy to get some answers regarding making orders in large qu…
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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Chenoa Farnsworth, the managing partner of Blue Startups Hawaii. The conversation kicks off with a warm exchange about their mutual connections to Hawaii, setting a friendly tone for the discussion. Chenoa, a seasoned player in the Hawaiian tech scene, delves into her extensive experie…
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The Breakdown In this conversation, Ryan interviews Dave Perry of Fear of Water. They discuss various topics including the music industry, radio stations, and the success of Fear of Water's music. Dave talks about the secondary market for radio stations and how they have embraced his music. He also shares his experience with imposter syndrome and t…
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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Vince Hsieh, a partner at Cypress Growth Capital, to discuss his extensive journey in entrepreneurship, startups, and venture capital. Vince shares his background, starting from his early career in management consulting with firms like Arthur Anderson and Alvarez and Marsal, where he f…
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Ryan & Becca discuss how they think about adjusting their business & finances when sales are harder to come by. We've seen slower sales to start the year online, at shows, and general sentiment around folks having less disposable income. We hope you get some valuable takeaways to get yourself prepared in the case of finances tightening or product b…
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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Chris Aeberli, co-founder of the innovative AI-driven mental health app, Sonia. Originally from Switzerland, Chris shares his journey from a math-loving child to studying computer science at ETH and eventually MIT, where he met his co-founders. The conversation delves into his intrigui…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Ignacio Viau, co-founder and CEO of Hokali, a startup based in San Francisco. Ignacio, originally from Argentina, shares his journey from moving to the US nine years ago to falling in love with the entrepreneurial spirit of San Francisco. He recounts how Hokali started as a B2C sport…
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