On The Cusp

by Dave Smith and Matt Snyder

Launching and growing a new business comes with its share of unpredictable challenges — but it doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. Get ready to ride the wave of entrepreneurship with the On The Cusp Podcast! We're here to educate Northwest Louisiana by shining a spotlight on the voices and untold stories of our vibrant community. From passionate activists to innovative entrepreneurs and dedicated small business owners, our  ... 

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Podcast episodes

  • Season 7

  • Season 7, Episode 7: Joey Guin with Joseph Guin Barbershop

    Season 7, Episode 7: Joey Guin with Joseph Guin Barbershop

    When Joey, owner of Joseph Guin Barber, took a chance on an old building in downtown Shreveport, he had no idea the positive effect it would have for the community. Joey recaps the challenges, risks, and support he received when starting his barbershop in downtown Shreveport. Tune in now to hear about his entrepreneurial journey.

  • Season 7, Episode 6: Sara Balch & Amy England with Peach Therapies

    Season 7, Episode 6: Sara Balch & Amy England with Peach Therapies

    New business owners, Sara Balch and Amy England, sit down with On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave to share how they started Peach Therapies. Sara and Amy hope to make things easier for kids and parents by bringing a new type of direct access for both physical and speech therapy to Shreveport. Tune in today to hear how Peach Therapies is breaking barriers!

  • Season 7, Episode 5: Dany Martin with Williams Financial Advisors

    Season 7, Episode 5: Dany Martin with Williams Financial Advisors

    Dany Martin, partner at Williams Financial Advisors (WFA), shares his story on this week’s episode of On The Cusp. Hosts Matt and Dave learn about Dany’s passion to help people strive for both financial and personal health, whether it’s a local high school student in Junior Achievement or a safety in the NFL. Tune in now!

  • Season 7, Episode 4: David McCandless with McCandless Consulting LLC

    Season 7, Episode 4: David McCandless with McCandless Consulting LLC

    Wishing you could take your side-hustle and make it your full-time job? David McCandless made this dream a reality in 2023 when he started McCandless Consulting LLC. David talks with Dave and Matt about how the use of data, forecasting, and automation tools can help drive and transform a business. Tune in now.

  • Season 7, Episode 3: Caleb Etheridge Pipeline & Conduit (EPC)

    Season 7, Episode 3: Caleb Etheridge Pipeline & Conduit (EPC)

    West Monroe native, Caleb Etheridge, sat down with Dave and Matt for this week’s On the Cusp episode to talk about the company he started with his brother, Etheridge Pipeline & Conduit. Listen in as the guys chat about taking the leap to start a business and training programs EPC helped develop to educate North Louisiana’s workforce in the pipeline industry.