Toys & Tech of the Trade

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Toys & Tech of the Trade Podcast

Toys & Tech of the Trade is all about conversations with content creators, entrepreneurs, and awesome folks on our radar showcasing the gadgets, gear, and tech they use to run their business and create their content, as well as the "toys" that put a smile on their face.

27 JUL

Rich Stops By The Play Big Faster Podcast

Toys & Tech of the Trade x Play Big Faster While Toys & Tech of the Trade is on hiatus, Rich is still making the podcast rounds. He stopped by the Play Big Faster Podcast to discuss podcasting and much more. Here is the full episode description straight from the host, Scherrie Prince. Have you ever dreamed of starting your own podcast but are worried about the time commitment or the pressure to turn a quick profit? This episode of the Play Big Fadter Podcast is for you! We chat with podcasting veteran Richard Butler, who shares his 15-year journey from enthusiastic listener to host of his own show, "My Take Radio." Richard dives deep into the challenges and rewards of podcasting, debunking myths about instant riches and emphasizing the importance of passion and serving your audience. Learn how Richard overcame burnout, shifted his focus to helping others, and now runs a successful podcast network that empowers creators to share their voices. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or a curious newcomer, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to guide you on your podcasting adventure. Love this episode and want to hear more like it? Support the show by leaving a review on your podcast player - your feedback helps us grow and find new listeners! Want to check out the Play Big Faster Podcast? Here here: https://apple.co/3A8JAjr Update: It has been over a year since our good friend James Lopez was hospitalized, and he continues to improve daily. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit, and share this GoFundMe link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33

31 min
11/09/2023

74: Content Creator Roundtable With Corey Gumbs & Matt Kaplowitz

This week's episode of Toys & Tech of the Trade was a far departure from our usual episodes as Rich is joined by Corey Gumbs from the Black Podcasters Association and Matt Kaplowitz from Nerd News Today and Trek Untold for a roundtable discussion on content creation, podcast standards, and practices and workflows. We recorded this podcast on location at The Landing At 251, a co-working space in Westbury, NY. Update: It has been over a year since our good friend James Lopez was hospitalized, and he continues to improve daily. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit, and share this GoFundMe link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33 Toys, Tech, Awesome People, Stuff, and Services Mentioned in This Episode Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links, which means that if you click and make a purchase via the link, RAGE Works will receive a small commission. If you are struggling, stressed out, and need a neutral party to talk to, give BetterHelp a try: https://www.betterhelp.com/ (non-affiliate)The Landing At 251: https://www.thelanding251.com/ Guest Links Black Podcasters Association: https://www.blackpodcastersassociation.com/Nerd News Today: https://www.nerdnewstoday.comTrek Untold: https://www.rageworksnetwork.com/show/trek-untold/ Keep up with RAGE Works Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAGE_WorksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRAGEWorks/Subscribe to the RAGE Works Newsletter: https://sendfox.com/rageworks Keep up with the RAGE Works Podcast Network Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworkspodcastnetworkTwitter: https://twitter.com/rageworksnet

44 min
03/09/2023

73: Strengthening the Podcasting Community: Lessons from our Queens Event

We're back! Rich fires up the mics and shares the latest RAGE Works and Toys & Tech of the Trade updates, including the recent event Rich organized alongside Corey Gumbs from the Black Podcasters Association and Lee Uehara from NYC Podcasters and AAP. This was the first podcast event for the Queens area, and Rich had lots to say about how the event came together and the lessons he learned from the whole process. If you're on the fence about events, whether as an attendee or organizer, this episode should help you look at them differently. Update: It has been over a year since our good friend James Lopez was hospitalized, and he continues to improve daily. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit, and share this GoFundMe link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33 Toys, Tech, Awesome People, Stuff, and Services Mentioned in This Episode Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links, which means that if you click and make a purchase via the link, RAGE Works will receive a small commission. If you are struggling, stressed out, and need a neutral party to talk to, give BetterHelp a try: https://www.betterhelp.com/ (non-affiliate)Black Podcasters Association: https://www.blackpodcastersassociation.com/Asian American Podcasters Association: https://www.aapodcasters.org/Spotlight Podcasting: https://spotlightpodcasting.com/GFQ Network: https://gfqnetwork.com/ Guest Links No guests this week. Keep up with RAGE Works Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAGE_WorksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRAGEWorks/Subscribe to the RAGE Works Newsletter: https://sendfox.com/rageworks Keep up with the RAGE Works Podcast Network Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworkspodcastnetworkTwitter: https://twitter.com/rageworksnet

22 min
17/06/2023

72: The Brighter Side Of Suffering. Where Things Are & Where They're Going

So what's been going on with Rich, Toys & Tech of the Trade, and RAGE Works? This quick episode answers those questions and updates fans and listeners on what comes next. It was an emotional conversation that hopefully will help others in similar circumstances. Update: James Lopez is finally home and continues to be a force and inspiration for dads everywhere, even in recovery, but he still has a long road to recovery and needs our help. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit and share this Go Fund Me link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33 Toys, Tech, Awesome People, Stuff, and Services Mentioned in This Episode Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links, which means that if you click and make a purchase via the link, RAGE Works will receive a small commission. If you are struggling and need a neutral party to talk to, give Betterhelp a try: https://www.betterhelp.com/ Guest Links No guests this week. Keep up with RAGE Works Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAGE_WorksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRAGEWorks/Subscribe to the RAGE Works Newsletter: https://sendfox.com/rageworks Keep up with the RAGE Works Podcast Network Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworkspodcastnetworkTwitter: https://twitter.com/rageworksnet

36 min
18/03/2023

71: Unlocking the Toys and Tech of Jason Skeesick's Trade: From Soldier to Entrepreneurial Evangelist

Unlocking the Toys and Tech of Jason Skeesick's Trade: From Soldier to Entrepreneurial Evangelist After a long hiatus, Toys & Tech of the Trade is back, and this week's guest is a man of many talents. Jason Skeesick is a former soldier, content creator, coach, father, and podcaster. He is known for his diverse background, discipline, and self-awareness. “You have to have accountability to the mission that you're on; whether that's in the military, whether that's in school, whether that's in a corporate environment or your own business, you have to hold yourself accountable to your constituents, right?” – Jason Skeesick In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. Exploring the Life-Changing Effects of the Military: Discover how the disciplined lifestyle, mission-focused mentality, and team camaraderie of the military impacted Jason Skeesick's life. 2. Following Your Passions: Learn how Jason Skeesick turned his passions into businesses, from snowboarding to poker, and why he became an entrepreneur. 3. Taking Accountability for Your Impact: Understand the importance of accountability and how it can help individuals scale up their impact on the world. Update: Fatherhood Is Lit's James Lopez still has a long road to recovery and needs our help. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit and share this Go Fund Me link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33 Toys, Tech, Awesome People, Stuff, and Services Mentioned in This Episode Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links which means that if you click and make a purchase via the link, RAGE Works will receive a small commission Simon: https://amzn.to/42q505BEssentialism: https://amzn.to/3LyFcy8Never Split The Difference by Chris Voss: https://amzn.to/3TxTzooGary Vee $1.80 Strategy: https://garyvaynerchuk.com/instagram-for-business-180-strategy-grow-business-brand/Jay Leno's Garage: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMELFlXQL38KPm8kM-4Adg Guest Links Check out the Spear & Clover Podcast: https://www.spearandclover.com/podcastCheck out the Spear & Clover website: https://www.spearandclover.com/Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-skeesick-8959722a/Follow the Spear & Clover podcast on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spear-and-clover-podcast/ Keep up with RAGE Works Follow RAGE Works on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAGE_Works Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRAGEWorks/ Subscribe to the RAGE Works Newsletter: a href="https://sendfox.com/rageworks"...

1h 8m
19/12/2022

Toys & Tech of The Trade 2022 Gift Guide

2022 Toys & Tech of the Trade Holiday Gift Guide The holidays are upon us, so it is time for the Toys & Tech of the Trade 2022 holiday gift guide. This year is a bit different, and Rich has tons of recommendations that will surely be a hit for the entrepreneur or creatives in your life unless you want to treat yourself, which is never wrong. Update 1: James Lopez is finally home as of August 2022, but he still has a long road to recovery and needs our help. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit and share this Go Fund Me link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33 Toys, Tech, Awesome People, Stuff, and Services Mentioned in This Episode Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links, which means that if you click and make a purchase via the link, RAGE Works will receive a small commission. Dot Card: https://dotcards.net/Husky Tool Bench: https://fave.co/3PzZPtNAlex Desk Wheels: https://amzn.to/3WuHznGHarbor Freight Magnetic Powerstrip: https://bit.ly/3YvHgLbSamson Q2U: https://amzn.to/3hBDAa9Shure MV7: https://amzn.to/3jcRCj9Shure MV7X (XLR): https://amzn.to/3hv3sVnRode PodMic: https://fave.co/3BMXxlbLogitech C920: https://amzn.to/3VaAsj8Elgato Face Cam: https://amzn.to/3V9vNhJElgato Face Cam Pro: https://fave.co/3W6UKeYElgato Cam Link 4K: https://amzn.to/3WvH7p8Sony ZV-E10: https://amzn.to/3Pz5IHHSigma 16mm Lens for Sony E-Mount: https://amzn.to/3jfXQ1GWyze Bulbs: https://amzn.to/3V9ZhflDescript: https://www.descript.com/Capcut:https://www.capcut.com/Lumafusion: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios-2/Riverside.FM: https://riverside.fm/Shell Portable Battery Bank: https://amzn.to/3WasOXoSwitchpod: https://amzn.to/3HHkLNvMantis Pod: https://amzn.to/3jcBRsuKoopla Wall Lights: https://amzn.to/3BGKGATWyze Scale: https://amzn.to/3Wnag5SWalking Pad/Under Desk Treadmill: https://amzn.to/3YvTzqV or https://amzn.to/3WqSNtl Guest Links No guest this week Keep up with RAGE Works Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworks/Twitter: a...

39 min
11/11/2022

70: The Adventures Of Matthew Stibbe

In a world where profits come before people, Matthew Stibbe strives to be different and lead differently. His conversation with Rich not only touched on his fantastic resume in the gaming and later tech industry and how both of those paths led him to where he is today as CEO of Articulate Marketing. But, of course, it wouldn't be an amazing story without some toys and tech that came along for the ride. Update 1: James Lopez is finally home as of August 2022, but he still has a long road to recovery and needs our help. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit and share this Go Fund Me link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33 Toys, Tech, Awesome People, Stuff, and Services Mentioned in This Episode Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links, which means that if you click and make a purchase via the link, RAGE Works will receive a small commission. The Macintosh Way by Guy Kawasaki: https://amzn.to/3UR1PPNDuolingo: https://www.duolingo.com/Todoist: https://todoist.com/Zapier: https://zapier.com/Notion: https://www.notion.so/New Yorker: https://www.newyorker.com/HMS Warspite: https://amzn.to/3USv7gVEndeavor: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/33160/endeavorDark Room: https://adarkroom.doublespeakgames.com/Strategic Command: https://store.steampowered.com/app/957720/Strategic_Command_WWII_World_at_War/Microsoft Flight Simulator: https://www.flightsimulator.com/Hardcore History Podcast: https://www.dancarlin.com/hardcore-history-series/The History Of World War II: https://worldwariipodcast.net/ Guest Links Connect with Matthew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewstibbe/ Keep up with RAGE Works Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAGE_WorksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRAGEWorks/Subscribe to the RAGE Works Newsletter: https://sendfox.com/rageworks Keep up with the RAGE Works Podcast Network Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworkspodcastnetworkTwitter: https://twitter.com/rageworksnet The views expressed on air during Toys & Tech of the Trade do not represent the views of the RAGE Works staff, partners, or affiliates. Listener...

1h 1m
04/10/2022

69: Underdog Showcase: Austin Bellino

Getting Schooled By Austin Bellino Fellow Underdogs group member Austin Bellino joins Rich for this week's Toys & Tech of the Trade. Austin is not only a fellow podcaster but a world citizen, thanks to his teaching work. Rich and Austin discuss his origin story and how his journey to be a pro baseball player evolved into becoming a teacher. We also dig into his work on the podcast Culture to Grow and how he stays motivated as both a teacher and a creator. Update 1: Rich will be speaking at a local podcasting conference in NYC on October 9th. If you are interested in attending, you can head here for tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/podfest-meetup-tour-nyc-podcasters-2nd-annual-mini-con-tickets-421760606327?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Promo Code: PODNYC15 Update 2: James Lopez is finally home as of August 2022, but he still has a long road to recovery and needs our help. Learn more about James' story here: https://bit.ly/3A8qbgM, and feel free to donate, visit and share this Go Fund Me link: https://gofund.me/da7a5f33 Toys, Tech, Awesome People, Stuff, and Services Mentioned in This Episode Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links, which means that if you click and make a purchase via the link, RAGE Works will receive a small commission. Microsoft Word: https://www.microsoft.com/en-ww/microsoft-365/wordMacBook Air: https://amzn.to/3M0IY1qHello Talk: https://www.hellotalk.com/?lang=enPercolator: https://amzn.to/3SPGO71Five Minute Journal: https://amzn.to/3RAmOElThe 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey: https://amzn.to/3SR1H1IRings Of Power: https://amzn.to/3BZIaFoMicro Machines: https://amzn.to/3EbH1xhLego Globe: https://amzn.to/3RAmWUlNoah Kagan Presents: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/noah-kagan-presents/id1187402810 Guest Links Connect with Austin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinbellino/Check out the Culture to Grow podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1912269 Keep up with RAGE Works Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageworks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAGE_WorksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRAGEWorks/Subscribe to the RAGE Works Newsletter: https://sendfox.com/rageworks Keep up with the RAGE Works Podcast Network Instagram: a href="https://www.instagram.com/rageworkspodcastnetwork"...

1h 13m

Toys & Tech of the Trade is all about conversations with content creators, entrepreneurs, and awesome folks on our radar showcasing the gadgets, gear, and tech they use to run their business and create their content, as well as the "toys" that put a smile on their face.

Creator

Rich Butler
Years Active

2018 - 2024
Episodes

82
Rating

Explicit
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