The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast

Suzan Marie Chin-Taylor

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  1. S15 E10: Closed End Funds: A Hidden Gem for Income Generation and Business Security -Steve Selengut

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    S15 E10: Closed End Funds: A Hidden Gem for Income Generation and Business Security -Steve Selengut

    In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Steve Selengut, investment veteran and author of Retirement Money Secrets, to reveal how Closed-End Funds (CEFs) can unlock steady, tax-efficient income for entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners.💰 Discover how to make your money work smarter — not harder — by shifting from speculative growth to income-based investing. Learn how CEFs can help you build financial freedom, business stability, and long-term wealth while keeping your profits working for you.💡 What You’ll Learn:- What Closed-End Funds (CEFs) are and how they generate consistent income- How to build self-funding reserves for your business growth- Smart strategies for tax-free income using municipal bonds- The key differences between CEFs, mutual funds, and ETFs- A mindset shift from growth investing to income security and peace of mindDon’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.Contact Information:Steve SelengutThe Income CoachAuthor of Retirement Money SecretsEmail: sanserve@aol.comWebsite: https://theincomecoach.net/I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#SmellsLikeMoneyPodcast #ClosedEndFunds #IncomeInvesting #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #TaxFreeIncome #RetirementMoneySecrets #BusinessFinance #MunicipalBonds #FinancialIndependence #EntrepreneurFinance #WealthBuilding #InvestmentStrategy

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  2. S15 E9: Environmental Justice In Water Management with Dr. Heather Fenyk

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    S15 E9: Environmental Justice In Water Management with Dr. Heather Fenyk

    In this powerful conclusion to our three-part series, host Suzan Chin-Taylor of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast sits down once again with Dr. Heather Fenyk, Rutgers University lecturer and President of the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership, to explore how environmental justice, data-driven science, and green infrastructure can transform the way we manage water. 💧Together, they uncover why clean water should be recognized as a universal right, how upstream pollution affects downstream communities, and why collaboration across municipal and regional boundaries is critical for building sustainable, equitable water systems.Dr. Fenyk also shares real-world examples of how civic science empowers local communities, how data guides better environmental decisions, and why small, localized actions—like planting a rain garden—can make a big impact on global water health. 🌎If you care about climate resilience, clean water, and the future of sustainable infrastructure, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.🧭 In This Episode:- What environmental justice means in water management- How green infrastructure and civic science can reduce combined sewer overflows (SSOs)- The dangers of “home rule” and fragmented land-use planning- Why regional watershed collaboration is vital for equity and resilience- How communities can use data to take action and drive changeContact Information:Dr. Heather FenykFounder & Board PresidentLower Raritan Watershed PartnershipEmail: hfenyk@lowerraritanwatershed.orgWebsite: https://lowerraritanwatershed.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lowerraritanwatershed?fref=tsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowerraritanwatershed/Youtube: https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCHqeSD5CAg8YhJRGWshA5ogDon’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#SmellsLikeMoneyPodcast #EnvironmentalJustice #CleanWater #GreenInfrastructure #WatershedHealth #CivicScience #StormwaterManagement #CombinedSSO #ClimateResilience #WaterIsLife #InfrastructureMatters #SustainableCommunities #CreativeRaven #SuzanChinTaylor #DrHeatherFenyk

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  3. S15 E8:The Power of Historic Hydrology for Flood Resilience & Urban Planning with Dr. Heather Fenyk

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    S15 E8:The Power of Historic Hydrology for Flood Resilience & Urban Planning with Dr. Heather Fenyk

    In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor continues her insightful conversation with Dr. Heather Fenyk, Founder & Board President of the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership. Together, they explore the fascinating world of historic hydrology—and how uncovering old maps and hidden waterways can help shape smarter decisions for today’s urban planning, stormwater management, and climate resilience.Dr. Fenyk explains how communities can use historic maps, LIDAR technology, and creative outreach to rediscover long-lost streams, better understand flood risks, and inspire community-driven solutions. From painting stream paths on sidewalks to engaging schools and municipalities, this episode highlights the powerful blend of science, history, art, and civic engagement in building sustainable and resilient communities.✨ Key Takeaways:- What historic hydrology is and why it matters for future-ready communities- How long-lost streams influence today’s flood risks- Innovative ways the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership uses art and education to engage the public- Practical strategies for stormwater management and green infrastructure- Why community awareness and buy-in are essential for flood resilienceContact Information:Dr. Heather FenykFounder & Board PresidentLower Raritan Watershed PartnershipEmail: hfenyk@lowerraritanwatershed.orgWebsite: https://lowerraritanwatershed.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lowerraritanwatershed?fref=tsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowerraritanwatershed/Youtube: https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCHqeSD5CAg8YhJRGWshA5ogDon’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#SmellsLikeMoneyPodcast #HistoricHydrology #StormwaterManagement #UrbanPlanning #FloodResilience #ClimateResilience #GreenInfrastructure #WaterManagement #SustainableCommunities #WatershedProtection #EnvironmentalPlanning #CommunityEngagement #ResilientFuture #Hydrology #EnvironmentalJustice

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  4. S15 E7: Combined SSOs - Could Green Infrastructure Help? with Dr Heather Fenyk

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    S15 E7: Combined SSOs - Could Green Infrastructure Help? with Dr Heather Fenyk

    Welcome to another episode of the DooDoo Divas Smells Like Money Podcast! 🌊 In this conversation, host Suzanne Chin-Taylor speaks with Dr. Heather Fenyck, lecturer at Rutgers University and founder of the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership.We dive deep into the world of watershed management, wastewater, stormwater, and green infrastructure—and how these issues directly impact our communities, health, and environment. Dr. Fenyck shares how creative approaches like rain gardens, street trees, green roofs, and even community dance projects are helping people understand stormwater runoff and water quality in New Jersey and Philadelphia.You’ll also hear about:✅ The challenges of combined sewer overflows (CSOs) and flooding✅ How community-based water quality monitoring empowers residents✅ The role of arts, education, and advocacy in building environmental awareness✅ Why climate change and failing infrastructure demand new, collaborative solutionsThis episode is packed with practical insights and creative inspiration for anyone passionate about sustainability, clean water, urban planning, and environmental justice.Contact Information:Dr. Heather FenyckFounder & Board PresidentLower Raritan Watershed PartnershipEmail: hfenyk@lowerraritanwatershed.orgWebsite: https://lowerraritanwatershed.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lowerraritanwatershed?fref=tsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowerraritanwatershed/Youtube: https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCHqeSD5CAg8YhJRGWshA5ogDon’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#GreenInfrastructure #WastewaterManagement #StormwaterRunoff #WatershedManagement #WaterQuality #EnvironmentalJustice #Sustainability #ClimateChangeSolutions #CleanWater #UrbanPlanning #FloodPrevention #CommunityAdvocacy #InfrastructureInnovation #RutgersUniversity #EnvironmentalPodcast

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  5. S15 E6: Making the "Impossible" Possible with John Soulliere

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    S15 E6: Making the "Impossible" Possible with John Soulliere

    In this episode of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor continues the conversation with John Soulliere, former Director of the Desert Hot Springs Water and Sanitation District.John shares the behind-the-scenes story of how a groundbreaking community project transformed wastewater management through trust, transparency, and innovative funding. From navigating Proposition 218 to securing federal support, his team turned a once “impossible” challenge into a celebrated success.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:💧 How education—not persuasion—built public trust👥 Why grassroots, neighbor-to-neighbor engagement was the game-changer🔍 The role of radical transparency in gaining overwhelming support💸 Creative funding strategies that eased financial burdens for residents🌍 Why protecting One Water (drinking water, wastewater, stormwater) matters more than ever👉 John’s story proves that persistence, vision, and community trust can solve even the toughest infrastructure challenges.🔗 Contact Information:John SoulliereEmail: jsoulassociates@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-soulliere-7356b7229Don’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#SmellsLikeMoneyPodcast #WaterInfrastructure #CommunityEngagement #WastewaterSolutions #OneWater #TransparencyMatters #PublicTrust #EnvironmentalLeadership #WaterManagement #InfrastructureInnovation

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  6. S15 E5: Turning Over Every Rock with John Soulliere

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    S15 E5: Turning Over Every Rock with John Soulliere

    What happens when a small, economically challenged community faces a $70 million wastewater crisis? In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with John Soulliere to uncover how Desert Hot Springs turned an impossible infrastructure challenge into a success story.💧 John shares how his municipal career led him into wastewater management and the pivotal role he played in protecting Desert Hot Springs’ pristine aquifers. From the city’s economic struggles and septic tank risks to navigating California’s Prop 218 funding hurdles, John explains the creative strategies his team used to secure state and federal support.Through education programs, community outreach, and reframing clean water as a community value rather than a government cost, John and his team built trust, overcame resistance, and secured critical buy-in. His story is packed with lessons in persistence, innovation, and leadership that any community can apply when facing aging infrastructure with limited resources.👉 Key Topics Covered in This Episode:- John’s background in municipal leadership and wastewater management- Desert Hot Springs’ economic struggles and reliance on pristine aquifers- The dangers of widespread septic tank use- Prop 218 and how it changed infrastructure funding in California- Funding strategies: securing grants, legislative support, and partnerships- Reframing infrastructure as a consumer investment in clean water- Education and outreach programs that built long-term buy-in- Larger lessons for communities tackling aging infrastructure✨ Takeaway: Adversity sparks creativity. With persistence and fearless outreach, even the toughest challenges can be transformed into opportunities.Contact Information:John SoulliereEmail: jsoulassociates@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-soulliere-7356b7229Don’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#SmellsLikeMoneyPodcast #WastewaterManagement #WaterInfrastructure #CommunityDevelopment #Prop218 #CleanWater #AgingInfrastructure #PublicWorks #SustainableCommunities

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  7. S15 E4: Manhole Covers - I & I Culprit or Hero? with Eric DuPre

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    S15 E4: Manhole Covers - I & I Culprit or Hero? with Eric DuPre

    What if one of the biggest threats to our sewer systems, public health, and city budgets was something we barely notice every day? In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Eric DuPre, Founder & President of Texas Infragroup, to uncover the surprising role of the manhole cover in inflow & infiltration (I&I) and sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs).💡 Learn why outdated cast iron covers are costing cities billions, how they contribute to environmental and health hazards, and what modern sealed composite manhole covers can do to reduce I&I, prevent SSOs, and save municipalities money.🔎 What You’ll Discover in This Episode:- Why traditional manhole cover designs no longer serve today’s needs- The hidden public health risks from untreated sewage after rain events- The economic burden of unnecessary treatment and fines- How modern composite covers block I&I and pave the way for smart sewer systems- Why switching covers can provide an ROI in as little as 36 months🔗 Connect with Eric DuPre / Texas Infragroup:Websites: texasinfragroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-dupre-tx33/Don’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#WastewaterManagement #INISolutions #SSO #InfrastructureInnovation #SewerSystems #ManholeCovers #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalImpact #CivilInfrastructure #SmartCities #WastewaterTreatment #PodcastLife #EngineeringSolutions

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  8. S15 E3: Getting Some Positive Publicity and Free PR with Mary Shafer

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    S15 E3: Getting Some Positive Publicity and Free PR with Mary Shafer

    💡 Ever wondered how to get powerful publicity without spending a fortune on ads?In this special rebroadcast of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzanne Chin-Taylor and Mary Shafer, PR & Content Director at Creative Raven, reveal insider strategies to unlock the true power of public relations.Discover why PR delivers one of the highest returns on investment in marketing, how to craft press releases that actually get published, and why case studies are the secret weapon for building credibility. From free coverage opportunities to avoiding costly advertorials, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you stretch your marketing dollars and boost brand visibility.What You’ll Learn:✅ Why PR often outperforms paid advertising✅ The Problem–Solution–Result formula for compelling case studies✅ Insider tips for writing press releases editors actually use✅ How to repurpose PR content across your website & campaigns✅ The difference between advertorial vs. editorial coverage✅ Why photos and visuals make or break your publicityIf you’re in the wastewater, civil infrastructure, or contracting industries—or simply want smarter, low-cost marketing strategies—this episode is for you!🔗 Connect with Mary Shafer:Websites: creativeraven.comEmail: mary@creativeraven.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryshafer/Don’t forget to subscribe to the Smells Like Money Podcast for more insights and innovations in the wastewater industry. Follow us on creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast for updates and more episodes.I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have.Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!Connect with Suzan Chin-Taylor, host of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast:Website: www.creativeraven.com | https://thetuitgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeraven/Email: raven@creativeraven.com Telephone: +1 760-217-8010Listen and subscribe here to your favorite platform:Apple Podcast - Google Podcast - Cast Box - Overcast - Pocket Casts - YouTube - Spotifyhttps://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/ Subscribe to the Podcast:https://creativeraven.com/smells-like-money-podcast/Be a guest on our show:https://calendly.com/thetuitgroup/be-a-podcast-guestCheck Out my NEW Digital Marketing E-Course & Coaching Program just for Wastewater Pros:https://store.thetuitgroup.com/diy-digital-marketing-playbook-for-wastewater-pros#PublicRelations #PRTips #FreePublicity #BusinessGrowth #MarketingStrategy #BrandVisibility #EarnedMedia #CaseStudyMarketing #ContentMarketing #WastewaterIndustry #CivilInfrastructure #CreativeRaven #DoDooDivasPodcast

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