Experiencing and exploring everything that makes small towns great. Abbey (The Small Town Tourist) sits down with people to share stories about the towns they live in, the cool services they provide, and more. Visit online at https://thesmalltowntourist.com/ and follow on Instagram
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St. Cloud Shines is a group and organization that aims to promote positive conversations and change the perception of the St. Cloud area. They share stories of people, places, and events through their Shine Stories, highlighting the diverse and inspiring individuals in the community. St. Cloud Shines also provides resources and information about the different communities in the 30-mile radius of St. Cloud. Greenline Marketing, owned by Bridget Deutz, is a digital marketing collective that works closely with St. Cloud Shines and other clients. They specialize in inbound marketing and also offer leave coverage for businesses in need of temporary support. Takeaways St. Cloud Shines aims to change the perception of the St. Cloud area by promoting positive conversations and highlighting inspiring individuals through their Shine Stories. They provide resources and information about the different communities in the 30-mile radius of St. Cloud. Greenline Marketing, owned by Bridget Dites, works closely with St. Cloud Shines and other clients, specializing in inbound marketing and offering leave coverage for businesses in need of temporary support. St. Cloud Shines Greenline Marketing Host your own podcast with RSS.com: https://rss.com/?via=c026c9 Save 20% with Riverside for podcast recording and editing: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=abbey-graves Experiencing and exploring everything that makes small towns great. Abbey (The Small Town Tourist) sits down with people to share stories about the towns they live in, the cool services they provide, and more. Visit online at https://thesmalltowntourist.com/ and follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesmalltowntourist/
Carol Zimmerman, owner of Boulder Creek Wine Bar in Santiago, Minnesota, shares the story of how the wine bar got started and her journey to becoming a sommelier. She talks about the challenges she faced in getting licensed and the experimentation she does with different flavors and ingredients in her wines. Carol also discusses the unique landscaping and atmosphere of the wine bar and the importance of creating a welcoming space for customers. She emphasizes the joy of sharing her wines with others and the connections she has made with people from all over. Takeaways Starting a wine bar in a small town requires dedication and perseverance Becoming a sommelier involves studying and taking courses Experimentation with flavors and ingredients can lead to unique and delicious wines Creating a welcoming and beautiful atmosphere is important for a wine bar The joy of sharing wines and connecting with people is a rewarding part of owning a wine bar Host your own podcast with RSS.com: https://rss.com/?via=c026c9 Save 20% with Riverside for podcast recording and editing: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=abbey-graves Experiencing and exploring everything that makes small towns great. Abbey (The Small Town Tourist) sits down with people to share stories about the towns they live in, the cool services they provide, and more. Visit online at https://thesmalltowntourist.com/ and follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesmalltowntourist/
In this episode of the Small Town Tourist Podcast, Abbey interviews Matthew Breiter, a photographer and videographer from Long Prairie. They discuss Matthew's photography journey, including how he got published in USA Today and National Geographic. They also talk about his travels with his wife as part of Infinite Explorers and his experience touring with the band Plush. Matthew's role with Plush has evolved from photographer and videographer to driver, merchandiser, guitar tech, stagehand, and security. Matthew discusses her experience touring with the band Plush, including their rise to success, their tour schedule, and the camaraderie among the band members and crew. Matthew also talks about the joy of capturing memories through photography and videography, and the surprises and opportunities that come with being on the road. They conclude by sharing excitement for future tours and the band's upcoming show in Japan. Takeaways Matthew's photography career took off quickly, with publications in USA Today and National Geographic. He and his wife started Infinite Explorers to document their travels and inspire others to live life to the fullest. Matthew joined the band Plush on tour as a photographer and videographer, but his role expanded to include driving, merchandising, guitar tech, stagehand, and security. Touring with Plush has been an incredible experience, with sold-out shows and inspiring interactions with fans. Touring with a band involves a lot of hard work and coordination, but it is also a rewarding and exciting experience. Capturing memories through photography and videography is an important part of the touring experience. The band Plush has experienced a meteoric rise to success, with multiple top 40 songs and offers for great opportunities. The band members and crew have a strong camaraderie and support each other. Fans play a crucial role in the success of a band, and their support is greatly appreciated. Touring offers many surprises and opportunities, and it is important to stay open-minded and adaptable. The future looks bright for Plush, with plans for more tours and even international shows in Japan. Follow Matthew: https://www.instagram.com/mbreiterphoto/ Follow Plush: https://www.instagram.com/plushrocks/ Host your own podcast with RSS.com: https://rss.com/?via=c026c9 Save 20% with Riverside for podcast recording and editing: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=abbey-graves Experiencing and exploring everything that makes small towns great. Abbey (The Small Town Tourist) sits down with people to share stories about the towns they live in, the cool services they provide, and more. Visit online at https://thesmalltowntourist.com/ and follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesmalltowntourist/
Abbey shares a life update and discusses her transition to self-employment as a podcast producer and social media manager. She talks about her journey of taking a social media management course, gaining podcast clients, and realizing that her niche is in podcast management. Abbey also discusses her plans for the Small Town Tourist podcast and blog, aiming for consistency and balance between work and play. Host your own podcast with RSS.com: https://rss.com/?via=c026c9 Save 20% with Riverside for podcast recording and editing: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=abbey-graves Experiencing and exploring everything that makes small towns great. Abbey (The Small Town Tourist) sits down with people to share stories about the towns they live in, the cool services they provide, and more. Visit online at https://thesmalltowntourist.com/ and follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesmalltowntourist/
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