Welcome to Drinking Partners Live at Barrel and Flow 2023! Ed and Day kick things off with a lively introduction, setting the stage for an exciting discussion. Proudly reminding everyone that Barrel and Flow is the number one brew festival in America—not just in Pittsburgh or among black brew festivals, but across the entire country.
Founders of Funkytown Brewing from Chicago, Illinois: Richard Bloomfield, Greg Williams, and Zach Day share their inspiring journey from childhood friends to successful brewery owners. They cover their early days of drinking beer in college, their trip to Thailand in 2017, and how it sparked their desire for financial independence and a deeper involvement in the beer industry. The Funkytown team highlighted their unique approach to brewing, focusing on low bitterness and low astringency to create palatable beers that appeal to a wide audience. They also shared their experiences with the Sam Adams American Dream initiative and the challenges they faced, including a two-year trademark battle over the word "funky."
Community involvement is a cornerstone of Funkytown Brewing. They partner with various non-profits and organizations to give back and support their local community. The episode also delved into the importance of representation and intentionality in the craft beer industry. The Funkytown founders emphasized the need to create a culture that resonates with their target demographic, using hip-hop references and familiar flavors to make their beers more accessible.
As always, the episode wrapped up with an invitation for listeners to join the festival and continue supporting the craft beer community. Cheers to Funkytown Brewing and to all the listeners for making this journey with the Drinking Partners team!
Welcome to the 262nd episode of the Drinking Partners podcast, recorded live at the vibrant Emerald City. In this episode, Ed and Day dive into the importance of homeownership and building generational wealth with special guest Mary Hester, founder of Life Venture Real Estate Solutions. Mary shares her expertise on how her advocacy firm helps individuals become successful homeowners by providing education and connecting them to valuable resources like subsidies and grants.
The discussion covers the psychological barriers and trauma related to money that many people face and how Life Venture addresses these issues through education and support. Mary emphasizes the importance of having a good credit score, consistent work history, and some savings to get started on the path to homeownership. The episode also touches on the significance of understanding equity, the dangers of predatory lending, and the necessity of post-purchase counseling to ensure long-term success. Mary highlights the collaboration with Catapult Greater Pittsburgh, which offers homebuyer education workshops and one-on-one sessions to help individuals with budgeting, credit, and financial planning.
Packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to enter the real estate market and build a stable financial future, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn more about taking the first steps towards homeownership and securing your family's legacy.
Guest: Mary Hester | Live Venture Real Estate Solutions
Location: Emerald City, Pittsburgh.
Produced by: Epicast.
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