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How They Helped 100+ Makers Grow Online
May 11, 2026
1h 06m 36s
Inside UV Ink Fest: The Virtual Event Makers Need
May 4, 2026
1h 13m 33s
He Lost 500K Followers… Then Built It Back Stronger
Apr 27, 2026
1h 01m 48s
Inside LazerCON 2026: AP Lazer’s Growing Community Event
Apr 20, 2026
44m 00s
K&G Jamboree: The Maker Event Everyone’s Talking About
Apr 13, 2026
1h 15m 06s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 5/11/26 | How They Helped 100+ Makers Grow Online | Send us Fan Mail Running a business is hard enough… Now try doing it while your co-host is out of state, your kids are running wild, and you’re juggling multiple businesses at once 😅 In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John holds it down solo (barely 😂) before being joined by Srishti & Arpit from Esenay Digital — a global agency helping makers and small businesses scale online the right way. From Mexico City to Colorado to Florida, this episode is a true remote podcast experienc... | 1h 06m 36s | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | Inside UV Ink Fest: The Virtual Event Makers Need✨ | UV Ink Festvirtual conference+3 | SumitaAnuj | UV Ink Fest | — | UV Ink Festvirtual conference+3 | — | 1h 13m 33s | |
| 4/27/26 | He Lost 500K Followers… Then Built It Back Stronger | Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to scale a creative business… without burning out or losing everything? In this episode of The Riley Black Project, we sit down with Chantz from Custom Grains to talk about the real side of growth — the wins, the stress, the risks, and the lessons that come with building multiple businesses at once. From losing a massive TikTok following overnight… to investing hundreds of thousands back into his business… to launching a brand new hat company… This... | 1h 01m 48s | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | Inside LazerCON 2026: AP Lazer’s Growing Community Event | Send us Fan Mail What happens when frustration turns into innovation… and that innovation turns into an entire company? P.S. We lost Power at the end In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Jenna from AP Lazer to break down how their machines were born out of a real problem engraving massive granite pieces that simply wouldn’t fit into traditional laser beds. That frustration led to something different… open architecture laser design. And now? Th... | 44m 00s | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | K&G Jamboree: The Maker Event Everyone’s Talking About | Send us Fan Mail What happens when two creators turn chaos into content… and accidentally build a movement? In this episode of The Riley Black Project, we sit down with Kim & Garrett to talk about their journey building a brand through live content, community, and a little bit of “figure it out as we go” energy. From late-night prep sessions and sweaty live streams… to launching their Loot Box subscription and hosting their own maker conference (Jamboree) — this episode is packed with r... | 1h 15m 06s | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | How She Built a Profitable Custom Sign Business | Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop trying to be everything… and finally lean into what makes you different? In this episode of The Riley Black Project, we sit down with Jordan from Oak & Embers to talk about her journey from sewing business → laser artist → full-time creator building a brand rooted in custom, one-of-a-kind work. This isn’t just a maker story… it’s a masterclass in finding your lane, trusting your creativity, and building a business that actually fits your life.... | 1h 07m 28s | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | 5 Canceled Flights… Was It Even Worth It? | Send us Fan Mail Five canceled flights. Getting stranded in Baltimore. …And somehow, it was still worth it. In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal break down their full experience traveling to and from the Michigan Maker Summit—including one of the most chaotic travel stories they’ve ever lived through. But this isn’t just a travel horror story… It’s about community, showing up, teaching, and why events like this matter more than ever. We dive into: • The Michigan ... | 51m 29s | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | From Universal Studios Pyrotechnics to APA President | Send us Fan Mail From pyrotechnics at Universal Studios to becoming President of the Awards & Personalization Association (APA) — Justin’s journey is one you don’t hear every day. In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Justin Varn of Awards4U to talk about growing up in the awards industry, stepping into a family business, and eventually becoming APA President. But the story goes deeper than that. Justin shares the emotional moment when his father pr... | 1h 12m 28s | ||||||
| 3/17/26 | Balancing Deployment, Kids, and a Growing Business | Send us Fan Mail Breaking news in the laser world… and a powerful conversation you don’t want to miss. In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Brandon of Szuch Design to talk about: • The acquisition of Aeon Laser USA by Aeon China — and what it could mean for the industry • Building a woodworking and CNC business from scratch • Turning upcycled black walnut rounds into scalable, profitable products • Transitioning from hobby → CNC → laser → UV • Selling t... | 1h 04m 47s | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | Inside APA Expo with Josh Perry | Send us Fan Mail We’re back at APA Expo 2026 — and this year hits different. In this special on-location episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Josh Perry to talk about what can happen in just one year when you show up, shake hands, and lean into community. Last year, Josh walked into APA alone, looking for direction. This year? He’s speaking. He’s upgrading machines. And he’s up for Retailer of the Year. This episode dives into: • How attending A... | 31m 02s | ||||||
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| 3/2/26 | He’s Back on the Podcast… And Some Things Changed | Send us Fan Mail J.R. is back. In this special episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with their son J.R. for a follow-up conversation years after his first appearance on the podcast. What follows is equal parts hilarious, emotional, and eye-opening. From talking about school, Pokémon cards, football dreams, and YouTube creators like MrBeast… to opening up about what makes him proud, nervous, and excited for the future… this episode captures something rare: a real, unfi... | 35m 37s | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | Building The Bar Society from the Ground Up | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Victoria of The Bar Society for a deep, honest, and surprisingly relatable conversation about starting in the laser world, overcoming fear, finding your niche, and building a business rooted in community—not comparison. Victoria shares her journey from feeling completely overwhelmed by her first laser (the beeps, the keys, the nerves 😅) to growing The Bar Society into a trusted space for vendors, make... | 1h 03m 33s | ||||||
| 2/17/26 | From Idea to Reality: The Michigan Maker Summit 2026 | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Blake from Great Lakes Laser Supply to talk about the Michigan Maker Summit—how it started, why smaller meetups matter, and what really happens when makers get in the same room without the pressure of massive expos. What began as an idea on a 17-hour drive home from Next Level turned into a full-blown summit planned in just three weeks—and it worked. This conversation digs into the power of community,... | 59m 05s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | From Teacher to Studio Owner | A Real Small Business Story | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Becky of Get On Board Signs & More for a heartfelt, practical, and surprisingly funny conversation about community, creativity, resilience, and building a business that fits real life. Becky shares her journey from kindergarten teacher to creative entrepreneur, running mobile sign parties, opening a brick-and-mortar studio, navigating COVID pivots, and even walking through a cancer journey while c... | 1h 00m 59s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | We Had to Rethink Everything!!! | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal dive into a real-life business and mindset update after returning from a private maker meetup in Amelia Island, Florida—where content creation, follow-up, and community took center stage. This episode is a mix of life, business, teaching, anxiety, growth, and clarity, as John reflects on stepping into more content-creation authority, navigating an identity shift, and realizing that knowing what to do isn’t the same... | 53m 00s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | If You’re Skipping Events, Listen to This First!!! | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal are joined once again by Megan of Raymond’s Trophies & Awards to talk all things APA Expo, maker events, community, and why showing up in person still matters. With APA right around the corner, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what actually makes industry events valuable beyond just buying supplies. From procrastination confessions and teaching classes, to discovering new vendors, building real relat... | 1h 19m 10s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | Vendor Shows: What We Learned | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down for a raw, unscripted conversation about real life, business pressure, community, grief, and navigating uncertainty when things don’t go according to plan. What starts as a casual catch-up quickly turns into a deep reflection on survival vs thriving, the emotional weight of January, and the reminder that nothing is guaranteed. From losing someone whose message still echoes loud, to questioning every next m... | 1h 29m 12s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | From Nightclubs to New Businesses: Tanastadi's Story | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Tanastadi for a powerful, honest conversation about identity, reinvention, sobriety, and building multiple businesses without losing yourself along the way. From growing up immersed in music, landing a number-one radio show for nearly two decades, and DJing massive clubs and festivals… to watching everything disappear during COVID and choosing a completely new path forward—Tenacity shares what it real... | 1h 09m 39s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | She Started with a Magnifying Glass… No Seriously | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Whitney of Whitney's Crafty Tings for a wildly inspiring conversation about resourcefulness, maker growth, and doing whatever it takes to get started—even if that means using a magnifying glass before you ever own a laser. 🔍🔥 Whitney shares her journey from burning designs by hand to running a full laser setup out of her garage in Florida, juggling machines, markets, dogs (yes… Great Danes 😅), and rea... | 1h 08m 35s | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | He Wakes Up at 4 AM…How Lancaster Supplies Grew So Fast | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John & Crystal sit down with Jeff and Anna of Lancaster Supplies for a deep dive into the behind-the-scenes world of laser blanks, sourcing, scaling, and what it really takes to build a supplier brand from scratch. From waking up at 4 AM with no alarm, bowling in the 200s, and balancing multiple businesses… to accidentally engraving on your spouse’s belongings (we’ve all been there 😂)… this episode blends business strategy, make... | 1h 02m 34s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | Markets, Machines & Margins: Pretty Pitty Design | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Stephanie of Pretty Pitty Design for one real maker conversation — covering craft shows, pricing pressure, brand loyalty, machine obsession, and why markets are about more than just sales. From starting with a Cricut and Glowforge to running multiple lasers, Stephanie shares the behind-the-scenes truth of doing vendor shows in different seasons, choosing machines you trust, and navigating an economy w... | 1h 04m 46s | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | From Tattoo Shops to Jewelry Boss | The Hialeah Story | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Lanie & Alex of Hialeah Fine Jewelry for a raw, funny, and inspiring conversation about building a business, raising a family, and navigating entrepreneurship as a couple — all while welcoming a brand new baby into the mix. 👶💍 From launching a jewelry brand without formal training to selling out at conferences and moving across states to find balance, Laniey and Alex open up about the real side of... | 1h 00m 00s | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | Salon Skills to Laser Success: Perry Design Tulsa’s Journey | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Joshua Perry, the award-winning creative behind Perry Design Tulsa — a laser business born from a long career in the salon industry. ✂️➡️🔥 Joshua shares his inspiring transition from 22 years as a salon owner to running a thriving design and laser engraving studio known for its next-level branding work, stunning shop décor, and signature custom pieces. We talk about: ✨ How a salon background buil... | 1h 06m 36s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | Small Business Reality Check – Wins, Fails & Fresh Starts | Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal share a real-life business update—talking openly about burnout, shifting gears, and keeping momentum through the slow seasons. From dealing with canceled trips during the government shutdown to landing their biggest tumbler order ever, this episode is full of truth bombs and laughs. They also dive into: ✨ How a simple print-shop contract changed their business trajectory ✨ The emotion... | 47m 46s | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | Collaboration Over Competition: The Glow-Up of Yay Gifts & Cards | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal catch up with Desiree Townsend of Yay Gifts & Cards — a laser maker, designer, and longtime community member who’s taken her business to the next level with her first real studio space! 🎉 We talk about the highs and lows of expanding your creative business — from working out of your house (and spilling into every hallway 😅) to signing that first lease and making it official. Inside this episode: ✨ Desiree’... | 1h 06m 34s | ||||||
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