According to new data from Edison Research, more people are listening to podcasts in the USA than radio. It's the very first time this has happened. Ryan Snaadt of Snaadt media comes in the studio to explain why podcasts aren't just limited to news companies or publishers. Any brand or person can start a show. Is radio dead?

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Snaadt is a videographer and podcaster. His podcast highlights Iowa leaders and his podcast has been instrumental in growing his own company. We now live in an age where private small businesses are disrupting large media companies that own radio stations. Snaadt gives a glimpse into best practices and what Iowa brands are doing with this new found power.

While AI is an incredibly sophisticated "copy paste" tool capable of replicating patterns, can it close the biological "last mile" of creativity that defines true artistry? Tony Bohnenkamp of The Canary Collective, and former member of The Nadas discusses the creative process of composing original music for Kreg Tool. Music requires emotional depth and intent that algorithms cannot simulate. Can Ai experience a rough morning, a personal life event, or a breakup? Can Ai truly replicate the human moods that spur iconic, classic songs?

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The conversation highlights a shift where creative professionals must learn to use AI as an assistant to handle mundane tasks while focusing on the high-level questions that technology cannot answer. Bohnenkamp believes that knowing how to phrase prompts based on professional experience is what will separate seasoned creators from those who simply use AI to "start a podcast". Ultimately, he views the human experience as the indispensable 20% of work that makes a project great, ensuring that true artists remain a distinct and necessary force in the industry.

What happens when a centuries-old trade meets the cutting edge of artificial intelligence? Riana LeJeune is proving that upholstery is far from a "dying art" by launching a first-of-its-kind national apprenticeship and developing a global design app without any coding knowledge.

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LeJeune dives into how she bypassed a $100,000 software quote to build her own global SaaS platform and why she believes industry-specific Ai is the secret to making artisans more profitable. Whether you are a DIY enthusiast, a tech geek, or someone who values the "buy once, buy well" philosophy, you'll want to hear how this Iowa entrepreneur is turning old-school grit into a high-tech revolution.

Chapters
00:00 - Old Trade Meets AI
01:45 - Why Upholstery Still Matters
08:48 - Building a National Apprenticeship
15:24 - Renewable App Explained
19:44 - Two Sided Platform Pricing
23:08 - Vibe Coding And Future