Carl sits down with local business owners that are doing some great work for their community. Find out about some unique places, events, and just awesome people. They also enjoy a cocktail that award-winning mixologist, Carl Busch has created.
From Galena to Dubai: Taking the Music Industry by Storm
In this episode, host Carl Busch interviews Johnny Stevenson, co-owner of a content creation company. They discuss Johnny's background in the music industry, his work with Blaum Brothers, and his involvement in developing SoundSafe.ai.
Johnny explains how SoundSafe.ai uses AI technology to watermark music files, track their usage, and ensure proper payment of royalties. He highlights artists' challenges in collecting data on music usage and royalties and how SoundSafe.ai aims to solve these issues.
Johnny also shares his passion for showcasing Galena and providing visual content for local businesses.
SoundSafe Website = https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089546885855
Email = soundsafe.ai@gmail.com
14 Dec 2023
Growing a Community Through BMX and Skateboarding with Jason Henkel
In this episode of Drinks & Discourse, Carl interviews Jason Henkel, owner of Olliewood Action Sports and organizer of the Bloktoberfest community block party. They discuss the origins of Bloktoberfest and its impact on the community, the importance of action sports in youth development, and the growth of Olliewood Action Sports as a hub for skateboarding and BMX in Dubuque.
7 Dec 2023
The Truth of CBD THC with DJ of RiverBluff Collective
Carl sits down with DJ of RiverBluff Collective (https://www.facebook.com/riverbluffcollective?__cft__[0]=AZX9ZK6WmEwwnnPZshnRg5N3eAjKV0KKWRI3uV-TWEBtapjBe7JYymOmJQ056_SMCE1poevg9blbmV110SYrmd9JqeOf5VPy7W6_pVPomMnaNKeOofkZ6H6r0_qs9y99u6dHYNMTb5MW9553EbOtD1ce-7sCXHJwsYg43jkTFmCNmw&__tn__=-]K-R) out of East Dubuque, IL. We talk about CBD and THC and the benefits of what they offer. We want this to help educate people about this growing industry and get a better understanding.
13 Feb 2020
Elainee Koehler, University of Dubuque
Elainee Koehler, student/intern at the University of Dubuque, shares her journey into academia, current involvement at the campus Heritage Center University of Dubuque , and upcoming featured events. 7 Hills Brewing Co. recently held a themed trivia that just so happened to coincide with a musical performance held at the Heritage Center
11 Feb 2020
Woodstock, The Crow's Nest, Ink Responsibly
Drinks & Discourse is going remote on this episode. Carl and Woodstock are at The Crow's Nest talking about an exciting event that 7 Hills Brewing Co. and The Crow's Nest have coming up.
29 Jan 2020
Keith Gutierrez, 7 Hills Brewing - Part 1
Here about how 7 Hills Brewing got started with Keith Gutierrez. It is always not about what you thought you were going to do.
6 Sept 2019
Ann and Margie of Namaste Athleisure Wear, Kombucha | Drinks & Discourse
The most interesting aspect of interviewing local business owners is discovering the impulse that propelled them into their entrepreneurial voyage. Ann Butzier, of Namaste Athleisure Wear, is creating a unique shopping experience around the corner from here in the Millwork District of Dubuque, Iowa. Ann, and her general manager Margie, are extremely passionate about their work and enjoy seeing all the surrounding local businesses thrive as a community. Listen to their story as they discuss the fun and exciting things going on with their business.
29 Aug 2019
Chef Ivo of Galena Canning Company, Not So Bloody Tini | Drinks & Discourse
Chef Ivo, owner and operator of Galena Canning Company, has heated up the hot sauce game for many many years, blazing trails wherever he journeyed. Chef's radical approach to creating flavor profiles separates him from the herd in the sauce and seasoning industry. We discover where Chef finds his inspiration to develop his unique recipes and discuss the collaborations in more detail between 7 Hills and Galena Canning Company. There might be a future Hot Wing Challenge, just saying...
28 Aug 2019
Matt & Mike Blaum, Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. | Drinks & Discourse
The Blaum Brothers are killing the distillery game in Galena, IL. A manufacturer and retailer, Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. produce everything from bourbon, rye, gin, vodka, and even the enigmatic absinthe, utilizing locally sourced botanicals. Philanthropy is deeply embedded in their business model, along with other notable characteristics. Learn more on Alchemix: Drinks & Discourse.
27 Aug 2019
Councilman Luis Del Toro | Drinks & Discourse
Councilman Del Toro - Dubuque Ward 2 is running for re-election to secure his second term. We sit down to reflect back on his achievements in term one and discuss his vision for Dubuque in the ensuing term to come.
Today we feature Strawberry Fields, a tequila-based cocktail infused with strawberry puree, and orange bitters to round out the flavor profile.
26 Aug 2019
Woodstock of The Crow's Nest, Bazinga | Drinks & Discourse
Today's guest is Woodstock, owner and operator The Crow's Nest and Retrospect Tattoo Removal, whose team is impacting the Greater Dubuque area through charitable donations and other gratuitous works. 😄
Today we feature the Bazinga cocktail, a unique blend of flavors that unites into one fantastic whiskey drink.
5 Aug 2019
Jonathan & Samantha of McCoy Jeweler | Drinks & Discourse
McCoy Goldsmith & Jeweler 💎 are doing some exciting things for our local community. Carl sits down with Jonathan and Samantha and talks about raising money for many different charities and how they keep all their work in house
29 Jul 2019
Jessica of Empowering Possibility | Drinks & Discourse
Yoga🧘♀️. Beer🍺. 2 of the best ways to unwind after a stressful day are under 1 roof at the 7 Hills Event Center. Jessica Hruska joins us in this episode to talk about her @Empowering Possibility yoga classes, beer, and other great activities in Dubuque. All while sipping on a grapefruit margarita. Keep an eye 👀 out for this drink in our weekend craft cocktail specials.
22 Jul 2019
Abigail, Chris, and Dancing with the Stars 💃🕺 | Drinks & Discourse
Did you know that Dubuque has their very own Dancing with the Stars? 💃🕺 Today on Alchemix, I talk with Abigail Gutierrez and Chris Puetz, two contestants this year. We discuss what charities they are raising money 💰 to help our great community. 🙏 Find out how the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce has been putting on this fantastic event.
15 Jul 2019
Dave from Dupaco Community Credit Union | Drinks & Discourse
In episode III of Alchemix, we speak with Dave Klavitter, the Chief Marketing Officer, of Dupaco Community Credit Union. Join us as we sip a Tech Killa and talk about the exciting new Dupaco development in the Millwork District. We sure hope Dave likes our blood orange and basil cocktail made with house-made pineapple sour and tequila!
9 Jul 2019
Josh from See George Go | Drinks & Discourse
Hear from our good friend Josh Nagle about his progress with See George Go and Spine & Sport Chiropractic Center, P.C.. The featured cocktail in episode II is Mr. Tea. Cheers!
17 Jun 2019
Teri and Jarod, Let's Get Chai | Drinks & Discourse
Our first episode of Drinks & Discourse. 😎We invited Teri of The Calico Bean Market (https://www.facebook.com/thecalicobeanmarket/?eid=ARB4AeLAt5cjIi1lLtg_WGpNF__owvYz-vfgdxo8rgMzAJ8HPmFkIb42648E_s7HGUd7p1seAG_Uwtqo&fref=tag) and Jarod of Jumble Schoolhouse Cafe (https://www.facebook.com/Jumble-Schoolhouse-Cafe-1791017744475158/?eid=ARCj65L7_dHKX87eqM38KgXm8_9yawyBiZgoNXuq1lkSFoZvj3_QqdEwXxzuURdQdt-4jePMDzr9v4SH&fref=tag). We created a cocktail using ingredients from both local businesses. 👊🥳
Let's Get Chai; a vanilla dirty chai martini will be available April 1st with the rest of our new cocktail menu. 🍸🍺 Share with your friends and make sure to stop down to try one of these delicious martinis. 👀
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