Nailing It with Blue Jean and the Brewer

Mentorship

May 04, 2022 03:17 - 27.2 MB

What is a mentor and why do we feel it’s important for us to give back to those who are seeking advice and/or guidance. Can mentoring be fulfilling? How we operate in our sphere of influence, who really wants advice, and who is just trying to take advantage of your good will. Beer of the day is a Hint of Purple.

Bigger is not always better

April 27, 2022 03:17 - 21.6 MB

In this episode we discuss some of our inspired pieces and what to consider when you make something very large or very unusual. Why we make them and our experiences with putting them in retail space, display, length of the sales cycle. What’s the reality of being creative and quirky. Beer of the day is a Hint of Purple elderberry stout. This Zen cohesive beer is now producer Tim’s favorite Honu beer.

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

April 20, 2022 03:17 - 17.4 MB

In this episode we discuss pulling up stakes. When is it time to evaluate success, set measurements, and make changes. We discuss some of our experiences with retail spaces, what worked, what did not work and how we are implementing changes. Beer of the day Export Stout, what shall we name it?

Topics From the Hat - April 2022

April 13, 2022 03:17 - 24 MB

Today we revisit topics from the hat. We test Jays spontaneity talking about fashion mistakes, herding cats, pizza combos, and the psychology of being an artist. Beer of the day is the OMJ Coffee Stout

The Story of the Stained Glass Haul...

April 06, 2022 03:17 - 23 MB

The Honu treasure hunt episode in search of art glass. What happens when you find more treasures than you can handle. The good, the bad, and the legacy. Hear the antics of finding the haul, the reality of moving it, and the plans for the future. Beer of the day – Harp Clone “Hark”

Visiting the Dark Side - Stout

March 30, 2022 03:17 - 24 MB

At Honu Studios we brew many different beers for our own pleasure. Most are dark beers, like stout. Today we go down the dark side and compare OMJ with Wilmington Brewing’s Blair’s Breakfast Stout. We also talk about various kinds stouts and our preferences. Our Beer of the day is the ORIGINAL OMJ Coffee Stout.

The Bespoke Fox – Woodworking with Todd Meinecke

March 24, 2022 03:17 - 25.7 MB

In this episode we have Todd Meinecke from the Bespoke Fox (thebespokefox.com) as a guest in the studio. Todd discusses his woodworking practice. How he become interested in it and what does he love about. How he approaches sourcing wood, attention to eco issues like deforestation and using local woods. We talk clamps, glue, construction, and finishing tools. Woodworking is a way for Todd to decompress, practice problem solving, and practice creativity. Beer of the day is a tasting of;...

The Art of Feng Shui

March 17, 2022 03:17 - 19.7 MB

In this episode we interview Beth on her newly developing practice of Designing using Feng Shui concepts. We discuss the concept of Feng Shui, how energy flows through a room or dwelling, the Bagua and its relationship to mapping the energy flow, textures, light, color, and elemental influences. Contact Beth if you are interested in using Feng Shui and how you can apply it in your home or room design. Beer of the day is English Brown Porter.

Let’s talk Stained Glass

March 09, 2022 03:17 - 18.3 MB

In this episode we interview Jay about his stained glass practice. How did he get interested in it, what does he like about the media, what does it take to keep up with the craft, and how does color and texture play into the design and artistic expression of the piece. Jay describes the creation of the piece as well as the effect of light of stained glass art. Beer of the day: “Hark”... how has it matured?

Marketing to robots and humans

March 02, 2022 03:17 - 24.1 MB

In this weird brave new world of marketing what are the things that we are paying attention to. How do you get to humans to see your products, how do you break through the search engine maze, how much presence do you need on social media, and how do you maintain sanity keeping up with all the fads. Beer of the day is the OMJ Coffee Stout and the importance of drinking beer in a glass :)

Honu Titles and Why

February 23, 2022 03:17 - 13.2 MB

When Bluejean and the Brewer started Honu we picked some interesting titles. Bluejean is Boss of the entire Universe, oh I meant CDO – Chief Design Officer and Brewer Jay is CBO – Chief Beverage Officer. Tune in to find out why we picked those titles, how it makes us feel about their work, and how others interpret the meaning. Beer of the day – Harp Clone “Hark”

How Product Lines are developed at Honu Studios

February 16, 2022 03:17 - 22.2 MB

At Honu Studios we design a lot of interesting things that are unique but have a theme. Today we discuss our approach in leveraging the themes and concepts and hold true to our principles as we go through the development of the product line. Whether its cigar box lamps, stained glass, original art or furniture we talk about what drives the ideas and how to keep them unique. Beer of the day is the ORIGINAL OMJ Coffee Stout.

Trips we have taken and what we learned from them

February 09, 2022 03:17 - 27.6 MB

In this episode we talk about trips we have been on, places we like to go, what brings us pleasure good memories, and what we wanted to share from them. Spoiler alert!!! The City of Light did a mini takeover LOL. Colleen and Stephanie join us in the studio. Beer of the day is the Nut Brown English Porter.

Art Vs. Craft

February 01, 2022 14:17 - 33.6 MB

In this episode we are talking art verses crafts. It there a difference? What makes something art? The Honu team and our guests Colleen and Stephanie discuss what makes something art. How does craft interweave with art. How does it make you feel. What is the intention you put into the piece and how do you share it.

Unusual Occupations

January 25, 2022 14:17 - 27.6 MB

Many times, we meet people that have had unusual occupations and we wonder what it would be like to do that kind of work. In this episode our guests Colleen McNulty and Stephanie Beeman share their stories. Colleen is a sailor on a commercial schooner that runs charter cruises. We discuss the what the work is like, the pros and cons of the sailing life, being part of an all-female crew, and how she enjoys working on the ship. Stephanie has been a tour guide at historical sites and shares ...

Hijack Session – Producer Tim and Jay debate Craft vs Commercial Beer Styles

January 18, 2022 14:17 - 23.5 MB

In this episode we got completely sidetracked and hijacked the discussion and got onto the subject commercial style beer vs craft style beer. Harp is a favorite lager of Beth and Jay and is coming to the podcast soon. Bass, original Sam Adams Lager, Red Hook ESB, Green Man ESB, Hoots ESB, Carlesburg Pilsner, Peroni are some of our commercial beer favorites. The Beer of the day is English Brown Porter.

Design Thinking at the Honu Studios

January 11, 2022 14:17 - 25.6 MB

In this episode we discuss Design Thinking. How do we do design at Honu. Process, motivation, ideas that come from the Honu studios. We start by defining the Honu Purpose for what we are designing and how we curate the ideas and make them fun and functional. Beer discussion, what makes the Virgo Red red.

Resolutions, Revelations, Revolution to succeed in the new year

January 04, 2022 14:17 - 20.4 MB

The New Year brings the time of change. We put so much pressure on our selves to start the New Year fresh with promises to change something, loose weight, exercise more, quit something. By February 1 have you resolved that the resolution hasn’t stuck? In this episode we will share our insights, experiences of setting resolutions and if there are tricks to keeping them. Beer of the day is our Virgo Red.

“Customer is NOT always RIGHT” Client Requests that you know ain’t going to work… AKA Lipstick on a PIG

December 28, 2021 14:17 - 21.2 MB

In this episode we are venturing into that delicate area that the customer is NOT always right!! How do you know, how do you coach the client, and how do you create a positive experience for the client as well as yourself.

Your ancestors and things you find out about them

December 21, 2021 14:17 - 2.44 MB

In this episode we are talking about things we discovered about our ancestors, parents, siblings, and other ancestors we have not met. Beth explores her legacy of Papa Blair broadcast journalism and how this is inspiring her creativity. Jay conveys experiences from interviewing his dad regarding his service in WWII, understanding his sister’s legacy and creating his own fun uncle legacy.

Words Unintended Outcomes

December 14, 2021 14:17 - 2.43 MB

In this episode we talk about the power of words and unintended outcomes we have experienced when our words are misinterpreted. Jay visits childhood experiences that shaped positive as well as negative self-worth. Beth balances the dark and light sides of communication. Thought for the day: use your words the way you intend them to be heard.

Topics from the Hat

December 07, 2021 14:17 - 166 MB

In this episode we are venturing into the spontaneous conversations of topics from the Hat. We put topics in a hat and will draw them out and see where we go…

Topics from the Hat

December 07, 2021 14:17 - 166 MB

In this episode we are venturing into the spontaneous conversations of topics from the Hat. We put topics in a hat and will draw them out and see where we go…

The Interior of Design with Melissa Vickers

November 30, 2021 14:17 - 25.3 MB

In this episode we are talking with Interior Designer, Melissa Vickers, sharer of creativity. She has started several businesses and has worked for larger companies. She shares her tips for balancing work and family.

6 months of Lessons and Learning

November 23, 2021 14:17 - 25.5 MB

In this episode we are talking about our first 6 months of partnering in Honu, our repurposing, refurbishing and refinishing lessons. We talk tools, the mundane Mondays, picking, pricing, staging, selling and more.

The astrology of a business with our personal astrologer, Cindi McNulty Part II

November 16, 2021 14:17 - 19 MB

In this episode we continue the conversation with our personal astrologer, Cindi McNulty about the natal chart for Honu Global.

The astrology of a business with our personal astrologer, Cindi McNulty Part I

November 09, 2021 14:17 - 25.9 MB

In this episode we are talking with our own personal astrologer, and Jay’s beloved wife Cindi McNulty of Essential Zodiac. She has done a natal chart for Honu Global.

The shop/studio animals of our lives or are we just crazy cat and dog people?

November 02, 2021 14:17 - 15.7 MB

In this episode we are sharing stories of our crazy pets. What prompted this was my cat Rolli, AKA Newman hopping into our Honu We snapped a picture of her, shared it on social media and she, and of course she got a bunch of likes! So here are a few of our favorite pet stories as we relate them to our creative spaces.

Living the “Carney Life” Working markets, festivals. Pop-ups and fairs

October 26, 2021 14:17 - 32.2 MB

In this episode we discuss the work as an entrepreneur and how to get your goods to market. Breaking the mold of owning a brick and mortar shop. What it’s like for many small business with product and art that use outdoor markets, festivals, fairs and pop-ups as a way to sell their goods. We will share our experiences with the “Carney Life.”

Job Changes and Scary Choices

October 19, 2021 14:17 - 24.5 MB

In this episode we are talking about various jobs we’ve had and making job changes…some scary choices and what made us make the change. The ultimate “what are you reimagining”. Great stories and shared experiences.

The Entrepreneur Mindset with Raymond McConnell President of JRM Global Training and JRM Global Marketing

October 12, 2021 14:17 - 24.3 MB

In this episode we are talking with Raymond McConnell about the Entrepreneur Mindset. Raymond is an entrepreneur and has started more than a dozen businesses. We will explore what it means to be an entrepreneur, getting your mind and habits into the mindset, overcoming doubt, surviving the first years, and advice for people leaving a profession and starting something completely different.

You Can Do Anything

October 05, 2021 14:17 - 18.2 MB

In this episode we discuss the idea, philosophy…”you can do anything.” Let’s see where this rabbit hole goes… Listen Now

The Fast Pace Life…and Waiting For Your Soul to Catch Up

September 28, 2021 14:17 - 11.6 MB

In this episode we are talking about this fast pace life we live in, the rush, the push to get it now, and “waiting for your soul to catch up". Listen Now.

The Crafting of the Over Achiever

September 21, 2021 14:17 - 22 MB

In this episode we talk about the label of “Over-Achiever” and what makes them. Both of Beth and Jay are self-diagnosed over-achievers, type A’s, organizers, methodical and other labels that fall into the over-achieving stereo-type. Both have similar stories and believe this is part of the push that crafts their over-achieving tendency…..Listen Now.

Beer Beer Beer Beer Innovators

September 14, 2021 14:17 - 16.5 MB

In this episode we simply talk beer. Making it, sharing it, and finding ways to enjoy it.

GreeNest Loree Armstrong, Program Manager

September 07, 2021 14:17 - 28 MB

In this episode we talk with Loree Armstrong, Program Manager of GreeNest of Winston Salem. GreeNest works to transform our community one nest at a time by furnishing homes for families moving from crisis into sustainable housing.

Giving Back. Community and Outreach

August 31, 2021 14:17 - 18.6 MB

In this episode we talk about giving back in our community. We share our stories of volunteering for organizations and events. Ones that worked and those that didn’t. We talk about why do outreach and community give backs.

The Recipe for a repurposed life (or Journey) Part II

August 24, 2021 14:17 - 19.2 MB

In last week’s episode we share the first 3 ingredients of our recipe for a repurposed life. They were The call, the process, and the story. This week, we are sharing the last 2 ingredients and talking about the mixology of this recipe.

The Recipe for a repurposed life (or Journey) Part I

August 17, 2021 14:17 - 19.2 MB

This week’s episode we are sharing the ingredients, as we have defined them, of a repurposed life. We have found that repurposing has obvious steps and we have distilled them down to 5 ingredients. We will discuss the first 3 – The Call, The Process and The Story.

Practice “Being Present” for Projects and Life

August 10, 2021 14:17 - 19.9 MB

In this episode, we discuss the act of being present as we create our art and projects. Share some personal stories as well as discuss how being present in your everyday life makes a difference for you and those around you. This practice helps you focus on the things and people you are passionate about.

Stories and Lessons of Our Favorite and Not-So-Favorite Projects

August 03, 2021 14:17 - 28.9 MB

This episode is a discussion about projects we have worked on. We share how we pick the projects, themes, and materials we bring together to create our products. We also discus the role flow and synergy in working together and the importance of keying off each other’s strengths, listening, and productive criticism.

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