Best Stellar Effect Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 16 - Taylor Murray - OG Credit Union Vibes: WHY History Matters! 34:32

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Send us a text On this episode, I’m hanging out with Taylor Murray, CEO of ServiStar, to talk about why credit union history isn’t just old news, it’s the secret sauce for today’s success. We’ll be serving up golden nuggets on courses and classes that can level up you and your team, plus give you a backstage pass to the Credit Union Museum. It’s ti…

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Episode 15 - Juan Fernandez - Trust Falls & Take Offs 24:56

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Send us a text In this episode, Trust Falls and Take Offs, we explore how true leadership is built on moments of both vulnerability and lift. Just like a trust fall, great leaders create environments where their team feels safe to lean back, knowing they’ll be supported. And just like a takeoff, leaders provide the vision, energy, and momentum that…

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Special Episode - Armand Parvazi, MBA, CUDE live from the 2025 Luminate Convention! 15:42

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Send us a text Armand Parvazi is a passionate credit union leader, former C-suite executive, and accomplished strategist with a strong track record of driving growth and innovation. With experience spanning political campaigns, small businesses, and financial institutions, Armand brings a unique perspective to digital transformation, marketing, fin…

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Special Episode - A Podcast from the Luminate 2025 Convention 26:12

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Send us a text A heartfelt thank you to JT and Valiify for hosting a podcast at our 2025 Luminate Convention! The mic's have turned and I was interviewed! I was truly honored to share my love for Luminate, our incredible team, our amazing members, and of course, the great state of Louisiana.By Nanci

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Episode 14 - With All Due Heart: Leading With Empathy - Joshua Poole BRECO FCU CEO 37:42

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Send us a text In Episode 14 of the Luminate podcast, titled Culture Shock, my co-host Joshua Poole, CEO of BRECO FCU, and I dive deep into what it truly means to lead with heart, empathy, and vulnerability. This episode is a powerful reminder that real leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about connection, courage, and compassion. From personal sto…

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Episode 13 - Greg Hawks - Do Your Office Plants Know Too Much? - Shifting Perspective 22:19

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Send us a text What does it mean to shift perspective? And what in the world do vandals have to do with that? Are you sharing too much with your office plants and not giving yourself enough room to shift? Guest Host - Greg Hawks Real Estate Investor For 25 years, I’ve owned and managed single-family investment properties. That responsibility shaped…

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Episode 12 - Brent Rempe - Becoming A Character In The Member Journey 23:17

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Send us a text 🎙️ Join me and Brent Rempe, President & CEO of First Alliance Credit Union in Rochester, Minnesota, as we dive into what storybook lending really means — and how to become a main character in your member’s journey. This isn’t a fairytale. It’s the real magic of credit unions. 💫📖 Brent Rempe's Bio: I’m an accomplished, mission-driven …

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Episode 11 - Jessica Sharon - Reaching Beyond Your Credit Union Walls - Community Impact 24:39

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Send us a text Why should we reach beyond our credit union walls and what kind of impact does that have on our internal culture? Join us for episode 11! Jessica's BIO: Jessica Sharon has led Pelican’s financial outreach efforts for the past sixteen years. In her role as VP of Impact and Advocacy, she orchestrates the implementation of Pelican’s adu…

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Episode 10 : Jenni Speth - NCUF - A Little More WOO-HOO, A lot Less Side-Eye 25:56

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Send us a text Join Nanci from Luminate with special guest-host Jenni Speth from the National Credit Union Foundation in a chat all about the Wegner Awards, celebrating one another, and making each day a mini-awards ceremony. Jennifer Speth Bio: Jenni Speth is the Engagement Director for the National Credit Union Foundation. Working side by side wi…

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Episode 9 - Special Guest Host Latasha Deamer From efcu Financial - Member Service Matters! 22:47

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 9 of Culture Shock, A podcast by Luminate! Today I am joined by Latasha Deamers from efcu Financial. We are chatting about member service from the inside out and how a simple smile can change someone's day.By Nanci

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Episode 8: How are you, REALLY? - Robbie Young CUinsight.com 28:12

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Send us a text Join Robbie Young from CUInsight.com and myself as we tackle the important topic of mental health both personally and within the work place. Content warning – This podcast discusses mental health, suicide, and personal loss If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, there is help. “988” is the three-digit, nationwid…

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Episode 7 : Meet OZ 34:49

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Send us a text An early morning Uber ride. A chance friendship with a credit union twist. Meet OZ. See the video HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5qw0F1jQ58By Nanci

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Discover How Sysdoc Revolutionized Learning with Stellar Labs: Tune into Our Latest Podcast 24:49

1y ago24:49

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Are you interested in how cutting-edge technology is transforming learning and development? In our latest podcast episode, we delve into how Sysdoc has leveraged the Stellar Labs platform to boost efficiency and innovation in learning processes. Key Highlights: Innovative Implementation: Learn how Sysdoc integrated Stellar Labs with their clients t…

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Episode 6 - Kimberly Beach - Why Invest In Your Team? 23:32

1y ago23:32

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Send us a text Join myself and the St Tammany Happiness Hero, Kimberly Beach as we chat about why investing in your coworkers, matters! We don't let speaker issues stop this flow! Join us!By Nanci

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BONUS EPISODE - What Is ICU Day & Why Should We Celebrate? 15:20

1y ago15:20

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Send us a text Join myself and special bonus episode co-host Mike Reuter - President of The Worldwide Foundation For Credit Unions as we chat about ICU day, why it matters, why we should shed a bright light on it, and how to support!By Nanci

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A deep dive into DATEV and Stellar Labs' proof of concept 38:46

1y ago38:46

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In this episode of Mind the Skill Gap, you'll discover how one of DATEV's innovation labs has been exploring the use of Stellar Labs platform AI resources and neuroscience for learning methodologies in their training process. Our guests share the impact they've observed, the lessons learned along the way, and their approach to exploring new innovat…

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Episode 5 - Dressing For Professional Success In A Diverse World! 22:24

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Send us a text Culture Shock is back with Episode 5 dropping August 14th with my special co-host Armand Parvazi, MBA, CUDE from New Orleans Firemen's Federal Credit Union! Thankfully we now live in a world where success and professionalism can look so many different ways. You like suits? Wear them! You dig certain color pops? Do it! You absolutely …

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Episode 5: Dress For Success - Teaser 0:33

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Send us a text Culture Shock is back with Episode 5 dropping August 14th with my special co-host Armand Parvazi, MBA, CUDE from New Orleans Firemen's Federal Credit Union! Thankfully we now live in a world where success and professionalism can look so many different ways. You like suits? Wear them! You dig certain color pops? Do it! You absolutely …

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5 Moments Of Need meets GEAR 51:12

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In this episode, our host Stella Collins, co-founder and CLO at Stellar Labs, is joined by Bob Mosher, Chief Evangelist and co-founder at Apply Synergies. Both Stella and Bob share a passion for enhancing performance through effective learning experiences, inspired by their early encounters with Word and Excel courses 30 years ago. Tune in as we co…

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Culture Shock Episode 4 - Tyler Brooks - EFCU Financial 16:45

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Send us a text What does it mean to the team to see leadership just as engaged as others? Find out on this episode of Culture Shock!By Nanci

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Culture Shock - Episode 3 - How Does Marketing & Internal Culture Connect? 32:29

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Send us a text Join Nanci, VP of Member Solutions and Kelli Green, SVP of Marketing at Centric Federal Credit Union as we tackle the topic of internal brand buy-in and its importance to a positive work culture from the inside out.By Nanci

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Episode 2 - Allowing Your Team To Be Their Authentic Selves - Chad Miller SLCU 27:53

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Send us a text How can creating a safe environment for your team to be authentically themselves, creates a culture of trust, comfort, and loyalty. Join Chad Miller - CEO of Southwest Louisiana Credit Union and Nanci Wilson - VP Of Member Solutions as we chat about a culture so bright, our members need shades.…

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How to select and adopt effective learning technology: Insights from Animal Care Group 40:16

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Tune into this episode of the "Mind The Skills Gap" podcast for an insightful discussion on how Animal Care has selected and adopted Stellar Labs as their digital learning technology within a very fast-paced business environment. This episode features host Stella Collins, and Cheryl Lawrence-Tarr and Ester Forcada, two Heads of Learning at Animal C…

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Culture Shock - Episode One - Creating A Mindful Work Culture- Special Guest Jeremy Dunbar From La Capitol Federal Credit Union 16:11

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 1 of Culture Shock! What does creating a mindful work environment mean? How can leaders and teams put culture first? Kick back and listen to our casual chat with Jeremy Dunbar from La Capitol Federal Credit Union in Baton Rouge. Put your shades on, it's time for Culture Shock.…

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Stellar Labs vs Chat GPT: How specialist prompts beats DIY design 34:22

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Tune into the "Mind The Skills Gap" podcast for a focused discussion on the strategic use of artificial intelligence in enhancing workplace learning. With Callum Clark, the brains behind Stellar Labs' AI, we're tearing down the complexities of AI and laying out the blueprint for its effective use in training. Here's what you'll gain from the episod…

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Coming Soon! 0:45

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Send us a textBy Nanci

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Meet the experts, the technical minds behind Stellar Labs 29:24

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In this episode of the Mind The Skills Gap podcast, we're thrilled to welcome the brilliant technical minds behind Stellar Labs, CTO Jan Pannecoeck and Nik Torfs, Full-stack Engineer/DevOps. Together with Stella Collins, they make it easy to understand: How Stellar Labs practically employs AI to enhance customer experience The locations of Stellar …

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Neuroscience for Learning - Your brain in designed to forget 4:33

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In this last episode of Neuroscience for Learning, we explore the fascinating topic of how our brains are designed to forget, featuring expert Tina Harris. Discover why forgetting is actually crucial for our memory functions and how we can support and enhance our ability to remember. We delve into the role of the hippocampus, the conductor of memor…

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Neuroscience for Learning - How your brain build habits 4:21

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In this fifth episode of our captivating neuroscience series on building habits for effective learning. We delve into the fascinating process of habit formation within the brain. In this episode, our expert guest Jaan sheds light on how habits initially start as conscious actions controlled by the prefrontal cortex, and then gradually transition to…

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Neuroscience for Learning - Neuroplasticity - Brain wiring 5:56

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In this episode, Stella and Karen delve into the fascinating world of neuroplasticity and its impact on learning. Join us as we explore how our brains form and reform connections through the use of glucose, electricity, and chemicals. Discover the truth about the brain's capacity to change and adapt, debunking the myth of its fixed nature. Learn ab…

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Neuroscience for Learning - Attention and cognitive overload 6:51

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In this episode, Stella Collins and Karen Mouws explore the fascinating world of neuroscience in learning. They delve into the concept of cognitive overload caused by an excessive amount of content and its impact on our brains. Stella presents an engaging activity that demonstrates cognitive overload firsthand. Karen then shares four essential stra…

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Neuroscience for Learning - Motivating minds and bodies 5:41

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In this episode of "The Neuroscience of Learning," Stella Collins and Tina Harris delve into the fascinating world of motivating minds and bodies to learn. They explore the crucial role neurotransmitters play in our brain states during the learning process, highlighting the significance of curiosity fuelled by dopamine, attention supported by acety…

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Neuroscience for Learning - Meet your brain 6:34

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In this episode of "Neuroscience for Learning," Stella Collins and Jaan Couvreur explore how our brains learn and the challenges we face in applying that knowledge in the professional context. They introduce the concept of building a brain, highlighting the brainstem, central cerebrum, and cerebral cortex, and how they contribute to our learning pr…

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Donald Clark: How L&D can start using AI to power performance & productivity 44:41

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AI is here, and it's changing the world. But what does that mean for L&D? Donald Clark, the world-leading authority on AI in learning, joins Stella to shed light on the AI revolution we're living through. Listen to this episode for fascinating insights, and practical steps L&D can take to use AI to boost productivity and the impact of learning. Don…

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How to use learning analytics to improve learning 28:09

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The human element of learning analytics and how to use data to create better learning experiences. In this episode, Stella dives into learning data and how to use it, with Bart Rienties, Professor of Learning Analytics at The Open University. Bart Rienties is the Professor of Learning Analytics at The Open University. As an educational psychologist…

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How to talk to the C-Suite about Learning Transfer 38:34

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Learning transfer is a major challenge - on average only around 15% of training turns into skills on the job. Not a comfortable conversation to have with the C-Suite! So how do you tackle the elephant in the room? Paul Matthews, CEO of People Alchemy and Learning Transfer guru, joined me to discuss. It's a great episode packed with insights, includ…

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How to design digital learning for skills 32:17

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Can digital learning build more than knowledge and help people build skills? In this episode, I'm joined by Georgie Cooke, Director at learning design agency, Lima Delta. Listen for a host of practical insights to help you design learning to build skills, including on: Design processes for building skills The support needed for self-directed learni…

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Does consuming 100+ hours of content make you better at your job? 43:52

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Will watching 100 hours of LinkedIn Learning courses make you better at your job? What can you learn from bad bosses? And, why be a facilitator not just a performer. In this episode of Mind the Skills Gap Simon Howson-Baggott (Manager, Customer Success at LinkedIn Learning) shares his insights from a long career in L&D , including 5+ years at Linke…

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Evidence-Informed Learning Design 49:40

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Mirjam Neelen and Stella Collins discuss the best ways to change behaviour, improve performance and increase return on investment to make learning more effective and enjoyable. As well as how to ensure employees are equipped with the skills they need for today's challenging and demanding market.By Stellar Labs

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A new name for the Stellar Labs Podcast! 1:35

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We decided to give our podcast a refresh. Drumroll please... Welcome to Mind the Skills Gap! New look, new name, but still top-quality conversation with our brilliant guests – focused on one of the biggest challenges facing businesses today: The skills gap.By Stellar Labs

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#124 Errant Tornados & Eric Merrow 2:06:03

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We’re back! After taking a break for a few months Kasper & Al sit down to chat about 6 strings, wood, and other ways to spend all of the money you have. Joining them on the endless quest for tone is good friend of the show, Eric Merrow to talk about strange guitar mods, Al’s new website and so much more. Hey, we wouldn’t bring anything but the best…

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What's next for learning tech? 36:08

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Don Taylor has a problem with learning technology! Stella was keen to dig into how Don Taylor thinks learning tech is evolving, and what he thinks has changed since he wrote his book, Learning Technologies in the Workplace.By Stellar Labs

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#123 High Stocks & Headstocks with Woodbine Guitars 1:09:04

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This week the best looking boys in guitar podcasting visit with someone local to them, the incredible Shea from Woodbine Guitars! Woodbine is a killer boutique custom outfit that does some of the most interesting hybrid axes out there, there’s a lot of influence from Gibson but a lot of straight up surprises await you here. They also run Woodrite G…

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From cave painting to the metaverse 43:45

3y ago43:45

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Donald Clark takes us on a fast paced journey connecting the state of L&D today with cave paintings, Plato, Mary Wollstonecraft and the metaverse. Where else are you going to learn the history of your profession so fast?By Stellar Labs

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#122 SG’s Everywhere All At Once 1:20:49

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The brief hiatus is over and it’s back talking about our two host’s favourite guitar; the Gibson SG! The boys had the chance thanks to a friend of the show (shoutout to Connor!) to borrow a 1963 SG Junior, so of course they were all over that! And of course that meant another excuse to break out Al & Kasper’s personal SG’s to humble brag about thos…

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#121 Swamp Thing with Swamp Witch Pedals 1:18:45

3+ y ago1:18:45

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Chris Nielubowicz describes himself as Florida Swamp Goblin but he’s also a tone wizard. Wether it’s the searing drive tones of the Silver Birch or the fuzzy goodness of the Rattle Bones he’s got unique sounds on tap. We had a blast talking with him and you’ll have a blast listening so get in there and enjoy our chat with the Swamp Witch! https://w…

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#120 Jazzing Things Up with Swope Guitars 1:33:00

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Chris Swope has been a lot of things in the guitar industry, an apprentice, a master luthier, a salesman, a corporate management member and now the maker of the most innovative vibrato to hit the vintage leaning guitar market in years. I’m fact the Descendant Vibrato has taken off so much that he rarely makes guitars anymore. Hear the full story an…

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#119 Don’t ****** Swear with Cardinal Instruments 1:23:11

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Kasper & Al are joined by one of the coolest builders out there, Sam Evans from Cardinal Instruments. Sam is a very cool luthier hailing from Austen, Texas and since running one custom brand wasn’t enough for his side gig he loves a double life under the banner Old Redbird Guitars. It’s a blast of a chat and we can’t recommend it enough! Listen in!…

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#118 Maybe It’s Maybury with Maybury Guitars 1:33:50

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We’re hopping back across the pond this week to chat with a luthier who’s account is one of our favourites to follow on Instagram, Maybury Guitars. Jason Snelling makes gorgeous and vivid guitars from his workshop/home in England and loves to experiment with colors, patina and even comic books. It makes sense when you listen in, so get listening! h…

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#117 Strange Nomads with Templo Devices 1:45:39

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This week the boys are visited form their old pal Scott Strange from Templo Devices. Scott makes a little of everything from effects pedals to guitars but what he’s really building his temple on is solutions. He’s building a premiere battery powered professional level amplifier that can runs for hours upon hours, as well as power your pedalboard. A…