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Makers of Minnesota
Hosted by Stephanie Hansen · EN
The Makers of Minnesota podcast, hosted by Stephanie Hansen (@StephaniesDish) features products and services uniquely made in Minnesota -- and conversations with makers, entrepreneurs, and innovators in Minnesota about how they conceive of their products and bring them to market.
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Chief of Staff - Lived and Loved (Season 5 Episode 1)
Jan 4, 202300:28:32Tap to summarizeKathryn Montbriand is a former Fortune 500 leader who took a career sabbatical in 2021 and formed two businesses - a Chief of Staff practice and a service called Lived and Loved that helps people tell their stories.If you have story ideas, send them to shansenmarketing@gmail.com Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Dashfire (Season 4 Episode 50)
Dec 28, 202200:27:42Tap to summarizeLee Egbert and his wife Dawn started Dashfire Bitters nearly a decade ago, making small-batch bitters and cocktail tinctures. Now Dashfire has moved the entire distillery from Minnetonka to the Thorpe Building, and finally, after nearly a decade making bitters, bottled Old Fashioneds, and canned cocktails their cocktail room is open. Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Pacifier Kids (Season 4 Episode 49)
Dec 21, 202200:25:41Tap to summarizeAlissa Montbriand bought Pacifier Kids in 2018, focusing on expanding the footprint of the already successful local business when Covid hit. The business has since recovered and thrived. Pacifier Kids opened a new warehouse and storefront location in Wayzata, bringing the store locations up to 4. Alissa's expertise in the digital market space has helped her propel the business forward, capitalizing on the online marketplace. Alissa is also a teacher in Digital Marketing Strategy at the Carlson School of Management.Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Fulton Beer (Season 4 Episode 47)
Dec 7, 202200:25:49Tap to summarizeRyan Petz, CEO and co-founder of Minneapolis-based Fulton Beer, led with consistency and quality when it came to making a cannabinoid beverage. Fulton’s Breweries' take on the THC bubbly, “Sparkling THC Water” is available in the taproom and stores. Each bottle of non-alcoholic beverage contains 4.20 mg of THC. The first batch is lime flavored; blood orange is planned next. One major difference between weed bubbles and beer? The beer and hard seltzer industries are highly regulated. Meanwhile, THC manufacturing hardly has any rules in the state of Minnesota. But beer companies like Fulton are used to following rules and applying that mentality to their THC processes.Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →NorSari (Season 4 Episode 46)
Nov 30, 202200:11:48Tap to summarizeNorSari was created in Northfield, Minnesota. One frigid December morning, Gwen Daniels, grabbed a blanket off the couch and wrapped it around her waist to stay warm as she headed out to face the day. Instantly, she had an idea she wanted to share with others. She worked to create an adjustable wrap that would secure easily over any type of clothing for an added layer of warmth that everyone could wear. They still make a heritage limited-edition handmade NorSaris in Northfield, Minnesota as well as their traditional NorSari and SunSari's. - The SunSari has a performance rubber shell that deters the water and protects from the sun, lined with a 100% cotton soft terrycloth that is of pool towel quality. Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Gift Trails (Season 4 Episode 45)
Nov 23, 202200:25:52Tap to summarizeMark Rustad has created a new game that takes families on an adventure in their homes called Gift Trails.The game is a battle of wits, a clash of imaginations played out amongst two opposing forces in your home. One plays the role of Host. The other plays the role of Hunter.The Host is the event planner who designs the game in advance of play. Their job is to stump the Hunter. Using the tools of GiftTrails, the Host works to construct a secret hidden trail inside the home. A trail marked with riddles, puzzles, tasks, and challenges. The Hunter is caught by surprise and presented with the challenge.. They set out to blaze through the trail, slay the clues, and claim their prize at the trail’s end. Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Debbie Wolk Designs (Season 4 Episode 44)
Nov 16, 202200:16:53Tap to summarizeDebbie Wolk is a ceramics artist in the Twin Cities. She has been on the journey of hand-painting ceramics for over 20 years. Through the years as her tastes, inspiration and travels have evolved with her work she has created custom pieces for gifts to family and friends.Her work is a treasure.Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Sip n Bloom (Season 4 Episode 43)
Nov 9, 202200:21:11Tap to summarizeDavid Kisan is a third-generation florist and founder of Sip N Bloom, a floral design event company that teaches you how to make your own floral arrangements. Follow them on InstagramSupport the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Better Berry Pie Company (Season 4 Episode 42)
Nov 2, 202200:20:10Tap to summarizeCrystal Osman and her partner Andy have formed, The Better Berry Pie Co! They make meringue crust, gluten-free cream pies that they sell at local farmers' markets. Pies come frozen in teeny, mini, or whole sizes. Order your Thanksgiving Pie today here or through Market Magon Twin CitiesSupport the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
Transcribe →Sideshow Bloody Mary Mix (Season 4 episode 41)
Oct 26, 202200:19:58Tap to summarizeIn 2015, Pete and Kelly Holzer teamed up to make a Bloody Mary mix that would capture the hearts and taste buds of Minnesota.They incorporated Sideshow Bloody Mary Mix in 2015, and in 2016, they “hit the streets” with their product, Pete Holzer said. Over the years the product has grown from “mom and pop stores to Hy-Vees,” liquor stores, and distributors.Look for their holiday gift baskets at your favorite makers showsSupport the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota
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