• PYF #15- Key Takeaways: What We've Learned Episode 8-14 Recap
    Apr 16 2025

    Jeremy returns to the "Plant Your Flag" podcast with Mike to recap key takeaways from episodes eight through fourteen. They share unique insights from each guest's journey into business ownership.

    Jeremy also discusses his experience taking family leave for the birth of his son and the challenges of stepping away from Bean Media Productions.

    Throughout the episode, Mike and Jeremy reflect on recurring themes of entrepreneurship, leadership, personal growth, and finding purpose in both business and life, reinforcing the core message of "Plant Your Flag": to be unafraid, passionate, and driven by a greater purpose. They encourage listeners to explore the full episodes for more in-depth stories and valuable insights.

    Included in this episode are:

    EP 8- From Blueprint to Business: Jim from Kreative Kitchens and Baths

    EP 9- Workouts to Work Wellness: Jared Byer Made 2 Move Fitness

    EP 10- From Stage Lights to Legal Fights: Joe Nicastro from Cantor, Wolff, Nicastro & Hall

    EP 11- Building The Picture-Perfect Business: Paul Chisholm of Plan Administrators

    EP 12- Crafting Your Career Path with Purpose: Lindsey Zajac CEO of Ascendant

    EP 13- From Social work to spiritual work: Rev. Frederick Marschner, LCSW-R

    Ep 14- Baking Buffalo Dreams: How Ania Duchon Turned Polish Pastries into Prosperity



    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    47 mins
  • PYF #14- Baking Buffalo Dreams: How Ania Duchon Turned Polish Pastries into Prosperity
    Mar 25 2025

    In episode 14 of the Plant Your Flag podcast, Mike sits down with Ania Duchon, the owner of Chrusciki Bakery, Sto Lat, Simply Pierogi, and much more!

    Ania opens up about her experience moving to the United States as a child, recalling how she would come home from school and work alongside her family in the basement, making chrusciki. She also shares the challenges she faced while opening Sto Lat and the perseverance it took to get there.

    Throughout their conversation, Mike and Ania explore what drives her, the realities of being the owner of multiple businesses, and the passions that continue to inspire her journey.


    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    44 mins
  • PYF #13- From Social work to spiritual work: Rev. Frederick Marschner, LCSW-R
    Mar 4 2025

    In episode 13 of the "Plant Your Flag" podcast, Mike sits down with Rev. Frederick Marschner, LCSW-R.

    This episode is like no other Fredrick dives into his experience as a psychic medium and social worker. People around the world reach out to him for exorcisms and more. Mike gets emotional when Fredrick tells him the names of his spirit guides.

    Fredrick also shares how he and the spirit world can help heal people through Reiki as well as his craziest encounters with the spirit world.

    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    49 mins
  • PYF #12- Crafting Your Career Path with Purpose: Lindsey Zajac CEO of Ascendant
    Feb 11 2025

    In episode 12 of the "Plant Your Flag" podcast, we are joined by Lindsey Zajac, CEO of Ascendant.

    We explore Lindsey’s journey to the top and how Ascendant, previously known as Career Partners International, helps people plant their flags or transition into new careers and much more.

    Our discussion touches on the importance of support during a person’s journey, and Lindsey’s naysayers helped fuel her success.

    One example we discussed is Eric Conrad, who was laid off from his previous company and went into franchising starting Junk Luggers of Buffalo, you can hear his story on episode six.

    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    41 mins
  • PYF #11- Building The Picture-Perfect Business: Paul Chisholm of Plan Administrators
    Jan 21 2025

    Our 11th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast we sit down with Paul Chisholm of Plan Administrators.

    In this episode, Mike sits down with Paul, our oldest guest on the podcast so far, to dive into his journey of entrepreneurship. Paul shares valuable insights on his path to success being the owner of 7 businesses.

    Now focused on helping other businesses grow and build wealth, Paul discusses the strategies and lessons he's learned along the way. Tune in to hear more about his ventures and the wisdom he's gained over the years.

    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    41 mins
  • PYF #10- From Stage Lights to Legal Fights: Joe Nicastro from Cantor, Wolff, Nicastro & Hall
    Dec 31 2024

    Our 10th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast introduces Joe Nicastro a partner at Cantor, Wolff, Nicastro & Hall

    Mike sits down with Joe to talk about how he ended up planting his flag as an attorney. He takes us through his time as a musician opening for Paul Mccartney in London and getting to where he is now.

    Joe shares insight as a business owner, the importance of setting goals, having dreams as well as weekly meetings with your team to drive growth in your business and much more.

    *Attorney Advertising

    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    39 mins
  • PYF #9- Workouts to Work Wellness: Jared Byer Made 2 Move Fitness
    Dec 11 2024

    Our 9th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast introduces the owner of Made 2 Move Fitness, Jared Byer

    In this episode, Jared Byer talks with Mike about his business transformation from personal training and guiding folks through effective full-body workout plans to corporate speaking engagements focusing on Work Place Wellness.

    Jared discusses how he started in the fitness industry, his shift to corporate wellness, and how the fitness /gym industry has changed over the years. He also shares some interesting insights and information about GLP1s & weight loss drugs. As well as stress and how getting active can help.

    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    45 mins
  • PYF #8- From Blueprint to Business: Jim from Kreative Kitchens and Baths
    Nov 19 2024

    Our 8th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast introduces the co-owner of Kreative Kitchens and Baths, Jim Blendowski!

    Jer sits down with Jim to talk about how he planted his flag in the Kitchen and bath design space. Jim talks about how he became the co-owner of Kreative Kitchens and Baths when he was contacted by an old connection Steve Tarnish.

    They discuss Steve and Jims approach to employee management and business operations. As well as what sets them apart in the industry.

    You can also hear about what it's like working with clients creating and making their dreams come true and misconceptions clients have about showrooms.


    Check out their 2 locations
    5470 CAMP RD
    HAMBURG, NEW YORK 14075

    4997 HARLEM RD
    AMHERST, NEW YORK 14226


    More about Kreative Kitchens and Baths

    Watch the video on YouTube on the Bean Media Channel!

    This podcast will be dedicated to the fearless ones who decided to stick their flag in the ground and start their venture. We will continue to talk about the entrepreneurship world and feature guests who inspire us and keep us going. Stay tuned!

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    50 mins
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