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ycdi·di (You can do it, do it)

Steve Carroll and JP Camara

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You can do it, do it (ycdidi) is an interview show where JP Camara and Steve Carroll talk with people whose lives were transformed by trying something new. Earlier this year, we realized that we know a lot of people who fascinate us. From pinball players to pizza makers, ballerinas to graphic designers, illustrators to improv comedians, physicians, jewelry makers, personal trainers, Bollywood dancers, musicians, and more— We look forward to introducing you to our friends.
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This week we're joined by Rich Ferri - musician, music producer, filmmaker, photographer - and founder of Rangely Films: a cinematic wedding film company. Rich is as inspirational and knowledgeable as he is artistically talented. His approach to life, personal development and risk is an awesome example of the "you can do it, do it" spirit. Topics i…
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This week we're joined by Jamie Antignano, vice president of Angelo's Civita Farnese restaurant: a landmark italian restaurant on Providence's historic Federal Hill. Jamie brings a spirited approach to the ninety-five-year-old family-owned restaurant - with a deep appreciation for tradition, family, and desire to see Angelo's thrive for the next ni…
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This week we're joined by Chris Revill, host of "Let's Chat! with Chris Revill": a weekly long form conversational podcast featuring guests from the world of comedy, music, podcasting and beyond. Chris has been hosting "Let's Chat!" since 2013, and has released over 200 episodes! It's a great listen, from a genuine and engaging host. Topics include…
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This week we're joined by Audrey Finocchiaro and Sam Lancaster, founders of The Nitro Cart: locally sourced, locally brewed, and locally poured really f*cking good nitro cold brew. Together, Audrey and Sam have grown a community of nitro cart/bar/tap enthusiasts they lovingly refer to as the "Nitro Cartel". Topics include having a genuine interest …
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This week we're joined by Erin DeThomas, founder and CEO of Makers: a process-based kids art studio. Erin is a mother, educator, artist, and entrepreneur. She started Makers to fill an artistic void for her own children. What it has grown into is a place filled with opportunities to explore, create and get messy for all children. Topics include pro…
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This week we’re joined by Nadia, a Visual Merchandising Manager for Anthropologie, as well as co-founder of MDLTN: pieces made to be well-loved and worn often. A self-described aesthete, Nadia has a special skill to see how things can be made more beautiful, and then to make them more beautiful. The snowball effect of deciding to focus her attentio…
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This week we're joined by Matthew Ferrara and Tony Pacitti for a conversation about beauty and connection in art, the paradox of choice in media overwhelm, debunking preconceived notions, and deep dives into pop culture. Tony is a writer and improviser, Matt is a photographer and artist, and together they form What Did We Miss - a podcast about res…
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This week we're joined by JT (Jason Timothy) for a conversation about love for food, the importance of the dinner table, and cultivating creativity in the kitchen. JT is co-owner and head chef at Troop - an elevated street casual restaurant that has its roots in street food from around the world. Topics include food as a shared experience, the old …
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This week we're joined by Elyse Farnsworth for a conversation about self-worth, the value of family, and the artistry of hair styling. Elyse is owner and hair stylist at Arrow Salon - a team of highly educated, passionate stylists who love making you feel and look amazing. Topics include what drives someone to push themselves, discovering self-wort…
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This week we're joined by Alexis Devine for a conversation about community, internal motivation, and the positive impact of fitness. Alexis is a faculty member at the Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School, Workforce Development Coordinator at Lifespan, and is co-owner of Devine City Cycle - a spin studio on the west end of Providence that c…
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This week we're joined by Lori Kettelle - co-owner and head baker at PVDonuts - for an inside look at how Rhode Island’s donut mecca began, operates, and continues to grow. PVDonuts is an institution, and Lori is at the heart of what makes it so special. Topics include handling explosive growth, building a loyal following, a day in the life of a do…
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This week we're joined by Vilada Khammahavong for a conversation about building a business by listening to your gut. Vilada is a pre-med student turned bubble waffle food truck founder, and Kow Kow is where she crafts food that makes you feel like family. Topics include the importance of trusting your gut, building charity into your business, givin…
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This week we're joined by Jan Faust Dane for a conversation about keeping things local, and the value of community. Jan has been a writer, marketer, food dorager and a director of culinary education. Now she spends all of her time (and more) running Stock Culinary Goods - an independent store dedicated to kitchen culture. Topics include willing a b…
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This week we're joined by Jim Nellis - owner of RI Food Fights, a business that hosts a series of fun, friendly competitions between restaurants and food businesses showcasing their culinary goods to hundreds of local food lovers - for a conversation about reinventing yourself, embracing change, rediscovering self worth, and having fun with food. T…
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This week we're joined by Milena Pagan - owner of Rebelle Artisan Bagels, purveyors of hand-rolled and boiled bagels in Providence - for a conversation about innovation, starting a business, advocating for yourself, taking in pride in what you produce, and what doesn't belong on a bagel. Topics include leaving the corporate world to start your own …
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This week we're joined by Victoria Young - owner of Vic's Hand-Crafted Ice Cream and ice cream artist - for a conversation about inspiration, pushing your creative muscles, and what it takes to make a business and product that people come back to again and again. Topics include taking the leap from concept to business, ice cream artistry, going fro…
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This week we're joined by Jenny Currier - Motif food editor and writer, RI food tour embassador, blogger, author and world traveler - for a conversation about taking leaps of faith, travel, finding joy in every day and the transformative experience of writing. Topics include the writing process, the importance of experiencing new things, books that…
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This week we're joined by Casey Acacia - co-founder of Circus Dynamics, founder of Providence Play Therapy, member of the Boston Circus Guild, social worker, circus arts performer and living statue - for a conversation about the therapeutic nature of play, balancing two life passions, and how to clown around with a purpose. Topics include play as a…
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This week we're joined by Pat Brown, founder of Rent Sons - a company focused on young adults serving their neighbors for an affordable hourly rate - for a conversation about the transformative power of community, running a startup, and being a good neighbor. Topics include living a full life, building community, combating depression with relations…
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This week we’re joined by Zach Gibb, a Software Engineer at Hoard, for a conversation about how he transformed from having no interest in computers to using them every day to creatively solve problems. While we certainly learn a lot about what programming is, and how someone might get started building websites, we also talk about other communicatio…
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This week we join Becca Brady & Tiff Ting, founders of Hometown Cafe & Poké Bar and Poké Cart - a business with the goal of bringing fresh and accessible food to Providence - for a conversation about food, friendship, and the synthesis of stubbornness and vision. Becca and Tiff are best friends, entrepreneurs, food lovers, and just plain genuine pe…
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This week we join AJ Paratore, professional stuntman, for a conversation about taking risks, how a life risking profession makes you zen calm about the small stuff, and professional hustle. AJ is a stuntman, ninja warrior, romance author, and part-time pirate. We discuss his journey from college dropout, to craigslist stuntman, to a professional ca…
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This week we join Chris Jehle, a fourth year plastic surgery resident at Rhode Island Hospital, for a conversation about creativity and risk within a "safe" profession, innovation in medicine, trendsetting with plastic surgery, and the silver lining of having lots of problems to solve. Topics include pride in your profession, what plastic surgery r…
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This week we join Tino Chow, founder of Giant Shoulders — a design agency that delivers impact at the intersection of innovation and design — for a conversation about design, brand, solving hard problems, and the importance of embracing failure. Tino is a designer, entrepreneur, problem solver, speaker, and former TED fellow. We discuss his journey…
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This week, we join Lindsey Lerner, founder of Level Exchange — a coworking and production space for like-minded individuals to work, grow, and create the business they desire — for a conversation about music, entrepreneurship, fine art, and the importance of persistence. We discuss her journey from college fine artist to music industry entrepreneur…
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This week, we join John Amore and Galo Naranjo for a conversation about movement, motivation, and big life changes. John Amore is a multi-disciplinary fitness teacher, movement specialist and owner of Ronin Strength. Galo is a strength & conditioning coach, TedX speaker, and truth seeker. We discuss their journey from corporate job to fitness freel…
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This week, we join Ricky, the host of The Rainbow Beard Show, in his basement studio to learn about his creative process, his story after graduating from RISD, and what prompted him to finally start doing the thing he’d been wanting to do for nearly his entire life. Topics include living a life full of creative intention, what it means to not only …
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Knowledgeable, passionate, and hilarious - Kate and Casey are veteran comedy improvisers, self-taught entrepreneurs and just plain wonderful people. They’re the owners of the Wage House - an improvisational comedy theater in Pawtucket, RI - where they showcase weekly comedy shows as well as teaching improv classes and workshops. In this episode we …
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Show Notes What's it like starting a food business? How do you bring joy into your baking? Dessert you want to make most? What cooking show would you compete on? How do you navigate a male dominated industry? Advice for aspiring bakers? Links Follow Morgan on her instagram Follow Whisk Me Away on FB Visit the Whisk Me Away website Do yourself a fav…
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Maret Bondorew, with a degree in illustration and art history, is a creative force of nature. She is currently the illustrator/letterer of all the Frog & Toad Press designs, from greeting cards to stamps and buttons. We talk with her about her creative journey in illustration, her current work, and advice for aspiring artists. Show Notes How do you…
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If you've seen Jess Croft's professional work, or visited her LinkedIn page, you'll know she's a graphic designer at Hasbro on a team that quickly brings great toys to market. What you may not know is that she's also a talented musician and one half of a band called NGHTSWM. Show Notes Is it still easy to get discovered? Do people really need live …
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