The Daily Battle

Apart Inc.

The Daily Battle is a podcast for those who refuse to settle for "good enough." Every morning, you wake up to a new set of challenges—whether you’re scaling a business, fighting the cycle of addiction, reclaiming your health, or leading your family through chaos. We dive deep into the mindset, tactics, and raw stories of people who are in the trenches, just like you.

Episodes

  1. Feb 4

    Episode 3: Nickola Magnolia

    For Spotify, you need a description that is scannable (because users mostly listen on mobile) and link-heavy. Since Spotify's algorithm uses "About this episode" text for its internal search, we need to front-load the most important keywords. How do you survive a male-dominated industry while staying true to your sound? This week, we welcome Nickola Magnolia—tattoo shop owner, serial entrepreneur, and powerhouse Canadian country singer—to discuss the "daily battle" of the creative life. Nickola pulls back the curtain on her new album, "Bad Woman," sharing why she chose "perfect imperfection" by recording in a church and how her roots in Ontario and Nashville shaped her outlaw soul. 🎸 The Nashville Rites of Passage: Why "cutting your teeth" in the songwriting capital is essential. 💿 Recording "Bad Woman": The process of capturing a raw, authentic country sound on red vinyl. 🎨 The Creative Hustle: Balancing a career as a tattoo artist with the demands of the music industry. 📈 The Algorithm Trap: Navigating the "necessary evil" of social media and independent music marketing. 🍻 Toronto's Country Roots: Tales from her residency at the legendary Wheatsheaf Tavern. Whether you're an aspiring songwriter, a country music purist, or just someone fighting their own daily battle, Nickola’s story of resilience and authenticity is a must-listen. Nickola Magnolia: Honky-Tonk Grit, "Bad Woman," & The Independent HustleIn this episode, we discuss:📸 Instagram: @nickolamagnolia

    55 min

About

The Daily Battle is a podcast for those who refuse to settle for "good enough." Every morning, you wake up to a new set of challenges—whether you’re scaling a business, fighting the cycle of addiction, reclaiming your health, or leading your family through chaos. We dive deep into the mindset, tactics, and raw stories of people who are in the trenches, just like you.