The Scorpion Nest Podcast

Thomas K
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I'm Thomas K, private jeweler and host of The Scorpion Nest Podcast. I've hosted in person networking events across Chicago for years and these are the stories of the coolest people I've met along the way.  The Scorpion Nest finds all kinds of interesting people including: chefs, private jewelers, fashion designers, real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and more.  Follow us on Social: Instagram: The Scorpion Nest Instagram TikTok: The Scorpion Nest TikTok

  1. Feb 5

    Redhead Piano Bar Used to be Different...

    S2E1 Chicago Entertainer and Businessman Dario Giraldo reveals never before told secrets of his journey in the Chicago nightlife scene. From losing it all, building a successful business, watching people and venues change over time...we dive deep into it all. Follow Dario's Journey Below https://darioradio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/pianomandario/

    1h 22m

  2. 12/06/2025

    Season 1 Finale: The Dark Side of Jewelry with Ren Thompson

    In this Season One Finale we answer questions like: Is there a dark side to jewelry? Why go private vs retail? How can we fix The Loop? What's it like dating as a Solo-preneur? Follow: https://www.instagram.com/thomas.kneifel/ https://www.instagram.com/rnnck/

    1h 6m

  3. 11/11/2025

    EP17: Navy Seal Stephen Drum | What to avoid when operating in Business.

    Stephen Drum is a Navy Seal and Keynote speaker. Learn the lessons he teaches to his business leaders and more. Want to follow his journey? https://www.stephendrum.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stephen.drum/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-drum-643695135/

    1h 2m

  4. 10/26/2025

    EP16: Sommelier Joe Clifford | Are you an ACTUAL red wine drinker?

    Joe Clifford is a level 4 Sommelier and founder of Jetsetter Wine Club. Learn how he turned a passion for wine into one of the most valuable wine clubs in Chicago. Follow him for more below! https://www.instagram.com/jetsetterwineclub/

    1h 4m

  5. 09/27/2025

    EP15: James Lawley | Gentleman’s Institution Founder and Content Creator

    Meet James Lawley, founder of The Gentleman's Institution and social media personality. Learn how he built a community of like minded men and a personal brand spanning the globe! Follow his journey below: https://www.youtube.com/@Gent.Z https://www.instagram.com/james.gentz/ https://www.gent-z.com/

    1h 7m

  6. 09/07/2025

    EP04: Ren Thompson | President of CJA, Private Jeweler, and Adventurer

    Meet Ren Thompson, President of the Chicago Jeweler's Association. Get a behind the scenes look at Chicago's jewelry industry and night life. Follow Ren Here: https://www.instagram.com/rnnck/

    57 min

  7. 09/07/2025

    EP03: DJ DangerWayne | Chicago DJ and Entertainment Businessman

    Meet DJ DangerWayne. West Loop entertainer, businessman, and real estate Mogul. Learn his origin story in the heart of Chicago and where his career is taking him. Follow His Journey Below: Danger Wayne - https://www.instagram.com/dangerwayne/ Treble Monsters - https://www.instagram.com/treblemonsters/ Syndicate Chicago - https://www.instagram.com/syndicatechicago/

    58 min

  8. 09/07/2025

    EP02: Chef Danny Bullock | Cooking for the Elite and Launching a Bourbon Brand

    Follow Chef Danny Bullock’s journey as he continues to build the Bull Young Bourbon Brand, release his upcoming cook book "Rhythm and Bourbon”, and penetrate the culinary scene around the world. https://bullyoungbourbon.com/ Suits Eric Noels of GQ Gentlemen - https://www.instagram.com/shopgq/ Cigar Lounges Biggs Mansion - https://biggschicago.com/ The Clayton - https://www.theclayton.com/ The Embassy - https://www.theembassy.vip/ Steak Houses El Che - https://www.elchechicago.com/ RPM Steak - https://www.rpmrestaurants.com/rpm-steak-chicago/ Bavettes - https://www.bavettessteakhouse.com/chicago/home Maple and Ash - https://www.mapleandash.com/ Gene And Georgetti - https://geneandgeorgetti.com/ Restaurants Wishbone Restaurant - https://www.wishbonechicago.com/ 14th Parish - https://www.14parish.com/ Sushi San - https://www.sushisanrestaurant.com/ Jinsei Moto - https://jinseimotto.com/ Speak Easy Room 13 - https://www.oldchicagoinn.com/room13 Astor Club - https://astorclub.com/ Untitled - https://untitledsupperclub.com/ Lazy bird - https://www.lazybirdchicago.com/ Bordel - https://www.bordelchicago.com/ 3 Dots and A Dash - https://www.threedotschicago.com/ Franklin Room - https://www.franklinroom.com/ Green Door Tavern - https://www.greendoorchicago.com/ The Drifter - https://www.thedrifterchicago.com/ Green Mill - https://greenmilljazz.com/ Beverages CH Distillery - https://chdistillery.com/ Jepson’s Mallort - https://malort.com/ Binny's - https://www.binnys.com/

    55 min
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I'm Thomas K, private jeweler and host of The Scorpion Nest Podcast. I've hosted in person networking events across Chicago for years and these are the stories of the coolest people I've met along the way.  The Scorpion Nest finds all kinds of interesting people including: chefs, private jewelers, fashion designers, real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and more.  Follow us on Social: Instagram: The Scorpion Nest Instagram TikTok: The Scorpion Nest TikTok

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  • Creator
    Thomas K
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Scorpion Nest Podcast