The Above The Bar Podcast

How To Make Niche Ideas Global | Jenn Just

🎙️ Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast
🕗 Live at 8 PM EST

Tonight’s guest is Jenn Just, founder and creative force behind The Brick Chick.

Jenn has built a niche e-commerce brand centered around custom-printed LEGO elements, bold fan-inspired merchandise, and small-batch creative products — all while staying fully independent and hands-on in every part of the business.

She’s a systems thinker and entrepreneurial disruptor who has built her brand at the intersection of creativity, ownership, and autonomy. From product development to cross-border logistics and digital commerce, Jenn runs the full operation while keeping her creative edge front and center.

Tonight we’ll dive into:
• How to build an independent brand without relying on big systems
• What creative sovereignty really looks like in business
• Turning niche ideas into a global audience
• Designing your own path to wealth and resilience

🌐 Learn more and follow Jenn:
thebrickchick.com
Instagram: @thebrickchick
LinkedIn: thebrickchick
Facebook: The Brick Chick

Pull up a stool, bring your questions, and join us live tonight at 8 PM EST.

#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #Entrepreneurship #Ecommerce #CreativeBusiness #SmallBusiness #DigitalEconomy #BrandBuilding

Do You Know How To Pivot Your Career | CEO Tim Beadnell

🎙️ Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast
🕗 Live at 8 PM EST

Tonight’s guest is Tim Beadnell, Chief Executive Officer of Recalibrate HCM.

Born and raised in Voorheesville, NY, Tim built his foundation on leadership, discipline, and teamwork through athletics before taking those same principles into his professional career.

After starting in political communications, Tim made a pivotal shift into payroll and Human Capital Management, where he found his strength in working directly with people and delivering results. Over the past 14 years, he has built a reputation as a leader who transforms teams, drives growth, and earns the kind of trust that makes people want to go all in.

Now as CEO of Recalibrate HCM, Tim is on a mission to bring the human element back to HR and payroll. While much of the industry has moved toward automation and call centers, Tim is building a client-first model focused on real relationships, experienced professionals, and meaningful service.

Tonight we’ll dive into:
• Is automation killing the human side of business?
• What it takes to build teams people believe in
• How to turn struggling regions into top performers
• Why relationships still matter in a tech-driven world

Outside of business, Tim’s passion is his family, coaching his two sons and passing down the same values that shaped him.

Pull up a stool, bring your questions, and join us live tonight at 8 PM EST.

#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #HumanCapital #Entrepreneurship #ClientFirst

How Do You Keep A Band Together For 25 Years | Punk As A Doornail

🎙️ Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast
🕗 Live at 8 PM EST

We’re bringing back Punk As A Doornail for a live episode you don’t want to miss.

Born in Orange County in 1999, Punk As A Doornail started as a raw noise project using found-object instruments before evolving into a one-of-a-kind punk duo.

At the center of their sound is the skatar — a custom skateboard guitar created and played by Keith Irish, alongside drummer/vocalist Johnny Rage. It all started with a simple idea: if you’re not a great skater… why not turn the board into an instrument?

They don’t cover punk. They are punk.
Channeling the originality of the 70s and 80s, Punk As A Doornail delivers a sound you recognize instantly because it doesn’t sound like anyone else.

With 25 years of evolution and releases like:
• Flogging the Punk Horse
• Suck 4 Cash
• Sleeping in My Piss
• Dead As A Sad Snail
• Paddle Boat Spring Park (latest release, vinyl just dropped Feb 2026)

They’ve built a reputation for raw, unpredictable performances and true DIY energy.

Pull up a stool, bring your questions, and catch it live tonight at 8 PM EST.

#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #PunkRock #LiveMusic #IndieMusic #MusicPodcast #PunkAsADoornail

 

 

 

Who Benefits From The Way Our Finacial System Is Built | Paul Musson

🎙️ Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast
🕗 Live Tonight at 8 PM EST

Tonight’s guest is Paul Musson, veteran investment professional, financial reform advocate, and author of the book Capital Offence: Why Some Benefit At Your Expense.

With more than 30 years in the investment industry, Paul has seen firsthand how global financial systems operate. He previously served as the lead portfolio manager for the Ivy Funds at Mackenzie Investments, managing billions in assets and gaining deep insight into the forces shaping modern economic policy.

Paul is also the founder of Paddington Capital Management, where he provides independent investment consulting and analysis. Through his work and his Paulitical Economy™ blog, he focuses on helping people understand complex financial systems in plain language.

Tonight we’ll explore big questions like:
• Why do economic systems often benefit a small group at the expense of many?
• How do debt-driven policies affect everyday people?
• What role do central banks play in shaping wealth distribution?
• What reforms could create a more balanced financial future?

Paul’s work challenges people to think differently about money, policy, and the long-term consequences of economic decisions.

🌐 Learn more:
paddingtoncapitalmgmt.com

Pull up a stool, bring your questions, and join the conversation live tonight.

#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #Economics #FinancialSystems #WealthInequality #EconomicReform #Investing #PodcastLive

How Do You Come Back From Rock Bottom | Mike Campbell

🎙️ TONIGHT on The Above The Bar Podcast
🕗 Live at 8 PM EST

Tonight we sit down with Mike Campbell — Marine veteran, father of two, small business owner, and a man who has walked through PTSD and come out on the other side with purpose.

For years, Mike believed strength meant handling everything alone. As a Marine, he was trained to push through pain. What he experienced during service followed him home, and instead of facing it, he tried to outwork it and outrun it.

Diagnosed with PTSD in 2015, it still took time before he fully confronted what was happening inside. The C and P exam was a breaking point. Entering a long-term VA program became the turning point.

It was there, surrounded by fellow veterans who understood the struggle, that he learned a powerful truth:

Seeking help is not weakness.
“The only way thru, is thru.”

Tonight we’ll talk about:
• What PTSD really looks like after the uniform comes off
• Why pride and silence keep so many veterans stuck
• How faith changed his path and deepened his relationship with Jesus
• The mission behind Mission Guided Light
• The vision for Rockland Revival Festival and building a community rooted in renewal

Mike’s story is about more than survival. It’s about transformation. It’s about taking pain and turning it into a platform to help others heal.

Join us live tonight at 8 PM EST.

#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #VeteranStories #PTSDRecovery #FaithAndHealing #MissionGuidedLight #RocklandRevival

Is Politics Not Working For You | Travis Misurell

🎙️ This week on The Above The Bar Podcast we’re joined by Travis Misurell LIVE on Wednesday, Feb 25th at 8 PM EST.

Travis is building FiNC with one clear mission. Upgrade how America chooses its leaders so citizens can finally find and support candidates they actually believe in.

Here’s the core idea we’ll unpack together:
Right now big money and party gatekeepers decide who is “electable” before most people ever see real options. FiNC is working on a citizen owned approach that gives every candidate a fair shot and gives voters a clearer way to compare leaders using real information, not spin.

We’ll also talk about Travis’s lens that cuts through the noise fast:
Stop asking Left vs Right.
Start asking Up or Down.
Up means power first.
Down means people first.
That one question changes how you see everything.

What we’ll cover in the episode:
How the Digital Politics Hub helps citizens plug in and take action now
How FiNC plans to move toward a true digital democracy
Why momentum matters if we want real features live by the 2026 midterms

Come hang out live, jump in the comments, and bring your questions.

#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #PodcastLive #CivicInnovation #VotingReform #FutureOfDemocracy #Leadership #Politics #FiNC

How Can We Lead With Compassion and Accountability | Dr Stefan Bean

🎙️ Upcoming Episode of The Above The Bar Podcast | Live February 11th at 8 PM EST

We’re honored to welcome Dr. Stefan Bean, a transformational leader whose life story and leadership journey redefine what’s possible.

Dr. Bean is the Superintendent of Orange County, California Schools, overseeing one of the largest and most diverse education systems in the country. His leadership is grounded in lived experience, resilience, and a deep commitment to advocating for students who are often overlooked.

He is also the co-author of the bestselling book Lifted to Lead, a powerful true story that traces his journey from being a disabled orphan evacuated from Saigon during the Vietnam War to becoming one of the nation’s most respected educational leaders. The book is a testament to perseverance, purpose, and leading with empathy.

In this episode, we’ll explore:
• What leadership looks like when it’s shaped by adversity
• How hardship can become a source of clarity and strength
• Why representation, equity, and education matter now more than ever

This is more than a conversation about leadership. It’s about rising, responsibility, and using your voice when it matters most.

📅 Wednesday, February 11th
🕗 8 PM EST
🎧 Live on all Above The Bar Podcast platforms

Pull up a stool and join us for a conversation that will challenge, inspire, and stay with you.

#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #LiftedToLead #LeadershipMatters #EducationLeadership #Resilience #PurposeDrivenLeadership

Why Is Judicial Oversight and Accountability So Important | Brian Vukadinovich

🎙️ The Above The Bar Podcast
📅 Live Wednesday, February 4
⏰ 8 PM EST

This week’s guest is Brian Vukadinovich, author, retired educator, and nationally recognized pro se litigant.

Brian joins us for a serious and timely conversation examining public court proceedings, judicial process, and accountability within the federal court system. Drawing from his firsthand experience representing himself in state and federal courts, Brian will discuss what it means to challenge powerful institutions, the limits placed on discovery, and why transparency in the judiciary matters to every citizen.

Our discussion will focus on:
• How the legal system treats pro se litigants
• The role of discovery in civil rights cases
• Why judicial oversight and accountability matter
• What the public should understand about how federal courts operate
• How court rulings can shape what information reaches the light of day

Brian is widely known for successfully representing himself in a federal civil rights jury trial, a rare and historic outcome. He has spoken at universities, appeared on national podcasts, and written extensively on judicial fairness, civil rights, and access to justice.

This episode is not about sensationalism. It is about process, power, and public trust.

📺 Watch live at 8 PM EST on Wednesday, February 4
🎧 Streaming across all Above The Bar Podcast platforms

🔗 Learn more about Brian’s work:
www.brianvukadinovich.com

Pull up a stool and join the conversation.
#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #CivilRights #JudicialProcess #Accountability #ProSeLitigation #AccessToJustice

What Happens When You Ignore IRS Letters | Ed Welch

🌟 Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast 🌟

We’re going live tonight at 8 PM EST with Ed Welch, Tax Resolution Expert and founder of Tax Fighters Inc., based right here in the Capital Region.

Ed has spent over 30 years as a CPA helping individuals and small business owners navigate some of the most stressful financial situations imaginable. After working at Arthur Andersen, serving as a Fortune 500 executive, and operating multiple Liberty Tax franchises, Ed found his true calling helping people who felt overwhelmed, scared, and stuck with tax problems.

Tonight’s conversation goes beyond numbers. We’re talking about the real emotional weight of tax debt, what actually happens when the IRS comes calling, and how people can move from fear and uncertainty to relief and control.

💬 We’ll dive into questions like:
• What should you do when you get that first IRS letter?
• How bad can tax problems really get if ignored?
• When is it time to stop trying to handle it alone?
• What does real tax relief actually look like?

Ed is known for his calm, compassionate approach and his ability to explain complex tax situations in a way that actually makes sense. If you or someone you know has ever felt anxious about taxes, this is a conversation you do not want to miss.

📍 Live tonight at 8 PM EST
📺 Streaming on all Above The Bar Podcast platforms

🔗 Learn more about Ed and his work:
https://linkedin.com/company/tax-fighters-inc/

Pull up a stool, bring your questions, and join us live.
#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #TaxRelief #SmallBusinessSupport #FinancialPeace

Is Franchising Right For You | Giuseppe Grammaticoba

🎙 Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast 🎙

We are live TONIGHT at 8 PM EST with Giuseppe Grammatico, a franchise veteran, coach, author, speaker, and consultant who helps people simplify franchising and build businesses that support the life they actually want to live.

Giuseppe is known for cutting through the noise around entrepreneurship and guiding candidates toward franchise models that align with their goals, values, and desired lifestyle. His passion is helping people realize the American Dream through smart, well-aligned business ownership.

If you have ever wondered whether franchising could be your path to freedom, flexibility, and long-term stability, this is a conversation you do not want to miss.

📍 Live tonight at 8 PM EST
Streaming on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch, X, and Instagram

🔗 Connect with Giuseppe Grammatico
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GGTheFranchiseGuide

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giuseppe-grammatico/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggthefranchiseguide/

X: https://twitter.com/ggfranchguide

TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@ggthefranchiseguide

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ggthefranchiseguide

🎧 Franchise Freedom Podcast
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13LTN5UzA57w2dTB4iV0fm

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-freedom/id1499864638

🗣 Join us live, ask questions, and be part of the conversation
#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #FranchiseFreedom #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwnership