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On The Cusp

Dave Smith and Matt Snyder

Launching and growing a new business comes with its share of unpredictable challenges — but it doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. Get ready to ride the wave of entrepreneurship with the On The Cusp Podcast! We"re here to educate Northwest Louisiana by shining a spotlight on the voices and untold stories of our vibrant community. From passionate activists to innovative entrepreneurs and dedicated small business owners, our podcast dives deep into the heart of NWLA. Tune in to discover the

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14:57

Season 8, Episode 1: Chef Blake Jackson with Mae &...

On The Cusp ·

2024/09/18

On the Cusp hosts Matt and Dave are back with previous podcast guest, Chef Blake Jackson, to kick off Season 8. Chef Blake Jackson's new ventures, Mae & Co and Heron, will set the stage for some exciting dining experiences in Shreveport. Tune in now to hear all about how Blake is channeling his creativity and expertise into these two projects, and how they might bring something unique to the local food scene.

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24:28

Season 7, Episode 11: Harrison Lilly with The...

On The Cusp ·

2024/08/21

On the Cusp’s last guest of season 7 is Harrison Lilly, Bastrop native, real estate agent, and the owner of The Harrison Lilly Team. Harrison talks with Matt and Dave about how putting in the hours and surrounding yourself with the right people can have a positive impact in any company. Tune in now to hear from one of the top real estate agents in Louisiana.

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16:48

Season 7, Episode 10: Landon Durr with High Tide Rise

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2024/08/14

Landon Durr, social media content creator and owner of High Tide Rise, spoke with On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave about her start in the social media world. Let’s take a peek behind the scenes with Landon as she discusses what it takes for her and her team to ensure they generate the best content for her clientele to grow their businesses. Tune in now!

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Season 7, Episode 9: Ricky Murov with Mattress Plus

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2024/08/07

In this week’s episode of On The Cusp, hosts Dave and Matt sit down with Ricky Murov, owner of Mattress Plus, a family-owned furniture store in Shreveport. Ricky talks about the changes he’s made to continue to see growth both locally and regionally. Tune in now!

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Season 7, Episode 8: Myron Griffing with Space:Interiors

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2024/07/31

Have you ever wondered if you are in the right job or possibly too old to be an entrepreneur? Myron Griffing, owner of Space: Interiors, sits down with On The Cusp’s hosts Dave and Matt in this week’s episode to address those same concerns he faced 12 years ago. Listen in as Myron discusses how his previous employments led him to take a chance on himself, which ultimately led to him being a nationally known interior designer.

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18:51

Season 7, Episode 7: Joey Guin with Joseph Guin...

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2024/07/24

When Joey, owner of Joseph Guin Barber, took a chance on an old building in downtown Shreveport, he had no idea the positive effect it would have for the community. Joey recaps the challenges, risks, and support he received when starting his barbershop in downtown Shreveport. Tune in now to hear about his entrepreneurial journey.

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15:20

Season 7, Episode 6: Sara Balch & Amy England with...

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2024/07/17

New business owners, Sara Balch and Amy England, sit down with On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave to share how they started Peach Therapies. Sara and Amy hope to make things easier for kids and parents by bringing a new type of direct access for both physical and speech therapy to Shreveport. Tune in today to hear how Peach Therapies is breaking barriers!

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24:36

Season 7, Episode 5: Dany Martin with Williams...

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2024/07/10

Dany Martin, partner at Williams Financial Advisors (WFA), shares his story on this week’s episode of On The Cusp. Hosts Matt and Dave learn about Dany’s passion to help people strive for both financial and personal health, whether it’s a local high school student in Junior Achievement or a safety in the NFL. Tune in now!

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22:51

Season 7, Episode 4: David McCandless with McCandless...

On The Cusp ·

2024/06/26

Wishing you could take your side-hustle and make it your full-time job? David McCandless made this dream a reality in 2023 when he started McCandless Consulting LLC. David talks with Dave and Matt about how the use of data, forecasting, and automation tools can help drive and transform a business. Tune in now.

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22:41

Season 7, Episode 3: Caleb Etheridge Pipeline &...

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2024/06/19

West Monroe native, Caleb Etheridge, sat down with Dave and Matt for this week’s On the Cusp episode to talk about the company he started with his brother, Etheridge Pipeline & Conduit. Listen in as the guys chat about taking the leap to start a business and training programs EPC helped develop to educate North Louisiana’s workforce in the pipeline industry.

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18:41

Season 7, Episode 2: Matt Dickerson with Mid South...

On The Cusp ·

2024/06/12

This episode of On The Cusp takes us east on I-20 to Monroe, Louisiana. Tune in as hosts Matt and Dave speak with Matt Dickerson, Business Development & Strategy Officer of Mid South Extrusion. Get ready to take a deep dive into how Matt and his team hope to develop and grow the workforce in North Louisiana.

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16:53

Season 7, Episode 1: Julie Gilley Milam - What We've...

On The Cusp ·

2024/06/06

What better way to kick off Season 7 of On The Cusp than with the return of Season 1 guest, Julie Gilley Milam. Join Matt, Dave, and Julie on a trip down memory lane as they discuss the lessons they’ve learned from 6 seasons of entrepreneurs and small business owners who are making an impact in our community.

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22:04

Season 6, Episode 10: Bob Thames with Single Source...

On The Cusp ·

2024/05/15

C.E. Byrd High School graduate, Bob Thames, saw an opportunity to mix the fields of accounting and customer service in Shreveport, Louisiana. He co-created @Single Source Business Solutions in 2022. Bob is the hospitality frontman who creates strong customer relationships while his partner concentrates on bookkeeping. Tune in to hear some intriguing stories that lead Bob on his entrepreneurial journey.

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16:09

Season 6, Episode 9: Quentin Durr with Louisiana...

On The Cusp ·

2024/05/08

Quentin Durr, founder of Louisiana Catalyst, joins us for this week’s episode of On the Cusp. Quentin founded Louisiana Catalyst in 2019 to support local entrepreneurs by providing access to workspaces, resources, and mentorship. You might even say Dave Smith is his role model. Tune in to hear how Quentin is making an impact in Monroe, Louisiana.

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24:25

Season 6, Episode 8: Randolph Smith with Pinnacle...

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2024/05/01

Ever wondered if a realtor could find success as an independent contractor? Randolph Smith co-created Pinnacle Realty Advisors for this specific purpose. The long-time Shreveport native is president of a cloud-based real estate brokerage company that offers a "Brokerage-as-a-Service" model for agents. Listen in now to hear about his entrepreneurial start!

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23:16

Season 6, Episode 7: Jarrett Lofton with Legal...

On The Cusp ·

2024/04/24

We’re talking to Jarrett Lofton in this episode of On the Cusp. Jarrett is a Shreveport native and the founder of Legal Weapon, LLC. After law school, Jarrett found his niche offering legal consulting for entrepreneurial startups. Tune in!

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Season 6, Episode 6: Ryan Williams with Seedlinks...

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2024/04/17

Meet Ryan Williams, CEO of Seedlinks Behavior Management. Ryan serves the community by helping families access recovery support and mental health care. Listen in to hear how Ryan is making a difference in North Louisiana.

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25:10

Season 6, Episode 5: Brandon Wakefield with Precision...

On The Cusp ·

2024/04/10

What a "waste" it would be to miss this episode of On The Cusp! Brandon Wakefield, owner of Precision Waste Solutions, educates hosts Dave and Matt about his nationwide waste management company. Tune in to learn more about how Brandon and his company developed innovative recycling programs right here in Shreveport, Louisiana.

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23:25

Season 6, Episode 4: Tom Arceneaux

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2024/04/03

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux and our hosts have an in-depth discussion about the bond issue which will be on the April 27, 2024, ballot. Listen in to get your questions answered about upcoming infrastructure projects proposed in Shreveport.

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17:33

Season 6, Episode 3: Ben Whalen with Clean Slate...

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2024/03/27

Why not Shreveport? Clean Slate Botanical’s owner Ben Whalen discusses the benefits of opening a business in Shreveport during this week’s episode of On the Cusp. Listen in to find out more about Ben’s entrepreneurial journey and why he pivoted his business model after the pandemic.

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