In this special crossover episode of the Whiskey & Business Podcast, hosts Travis and Nathan sit down with Alan, Ernie, Joanna, and Carrie from Family By Loyalty Cigars for a lively discussion on blending passion with business. From starting a boutique cigar brand rooted in brotherhood and humility to the importance of genuine relationships between brands and lounges, we dive into what it takes to thrive in the tobacco world. Hear stories of Family By Loyalty, cigar blending adventures in the Dominican Republic, and the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Plus, we sip and review Gentleman Jack Double Mellowed Tennessee Whiskey—smooth, sweet, and surprisingly refined. Whether you're a cigar aficionado or a business builder, this episode is all about creating bonds that last. Cheers to Family By Loyalty! Follow Family By Loyalty on Instagram @FamilyByLoyaltyCigars or visit FamilyByLoyaltyCigars.com. Check out The Racketeer Lounge for premium cigars and events. Subscribe for more whiskey-fueled business talks!
How to Adapt, Manifest Success, and Build Lasting Partnerships in Business
Discover entrepreneurship secrets on the Whiskey and Business podcast with hosts Josh and Travis, featuring Coeur d’Alene’s David Kelman and SMP INK USA’s Marvin Furrow. Learn how to turn vision into success, inspired by Michelangelo’s “statue in the stone,” as these entrepreneurs share tips on building strategic partnerships and overcoming business challenges. Enjoy their Angel’s Envy Finished Rye review, savoring its caramel and spice notes. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and whiskey lovers—subscribe now for raw business insights and bold ambition!
What makes wine more than just a drink? Travis and guest co-host Nathan sit down with sommelier Trever Treller to uncork the secrets of fine wine—from how it’s crafted to sipping it right with the perfect glass shape. Trever shares his journey as a wine shop owner, blending passion with entrepreneurship, and reveals why running a business around what you love hits different. Pour a glass and join this Whiskey and Business special recorded live from the TBD Marketing Studio—unscripted talk, bold insights, pure passion.
In this episode of Whiskey and Business, hosts Josh and Travis sit down with Brandon Oveson, a visionary behind Apostate Cigars. Brandon dives into the story of how his cigar brand was born amidst the challenges of COVID, revealing the deeper meaning behind the name ‘Apostate’ and what drives the company’s unique identity. He opens up about the rare fortune of having his best friend as his business partner, the balancing act of family life, and the invaluable support of his wife as he navigates the entrepreneurial journey. Together, they explore what success truly means—beyond the bottom line. Pour a glass and join us for a conversation filled with grit, gratitude, and good cigars. Apostate Cigars
Success doesn’t happen by accident—it takes strategic planning, intentional growth, and a clear vision. In this episode of Whiskey & Business, Josh and Travis of TBD Marketing sit down with David Kelman, owner of Lake City Deluxe Barber Shop and SMP INK CDA, to discuss how he built Coeur d'Alene’s first luxury barber shop and expanded his business with scalp micropigmentation (SMP), opening the door to franchising. Learn how moving with purpose, smart business planning, and innovation can turn a local brand into a thriving franchise.
Meet our friend, owner of Organix Pest Control, and TBD client Jonathan Ratautas. This episode made possible by @theracketeerlounge
Travis and Josh take on the strategies of how to manage an effective team, featuring TJ our guest for this week. TJ manages a team of builders and shares some of his real world experience. Also we review a whiskey, it's a good time.
Catch up with Josh and Travis for the relaunch of Season 2. We've revamped the set, merged our companies, and developed a more refined whiskey taste. Welcome back to Whiskey & Business.
The holidays provide a great opportunity to strategize when it comes to your seasonal marketing and content. Whether it's running a sale or special that brings people through the door, capitalizing on gift card sales, or just making holiday-themed content the Christmas season is a great time to mix things up and captivate your customers online.
(Sponsored By The Racketeer Lounge)
The Racketeer Lounge:
The Racketeer Lounge is a premium tobacco store in conjunction with a cigar and whiskey lounge built in. We are very excited about this next chapter. Stop in and say hello. Whether you are a brother or sister of the leaf, a patron looking for a lounge to enjoy a premium cocktail, or just passing through we'd be thrilled to have you visit our space.
https://www.theracketeerlounge.com/
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Miller Media Co:
Located in Coeur d'Alene Idaho, Miller Media digital marketing agency is here to help companies strategize and implement their business goals. We are not just another Digital Marketing Agency because we are driven by a passion to help each brand and business to produce unparalleled results in any market. From a new website to a full-scale digital marketing strategy, you can expect to achieve bottom-line results that will bring you leads & sales, not fluffy numbers and excuses.
https://www.millermediaco.com/
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Pulse Productions:
Pulse Productions is a media production group based out of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. We specialize in all things media production. Our passion is making your vision a reality. This means creating an impactful brand for your businesses, capturing the magic of your wedding, and making your event timeless.
https://www.pulsecda.com/
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Marketing Regulated businesses can be challenging. we are going to break down ways that you as a business owner can get your product or service out to your audience without the standard ROI-driven advertising normal business owners can take advantage of.
(Sponsored By The Racketeer Lounge)
The Racketeer Lounge:
The Racketeer Lounge is a premium tobacco store in conjunction with a cigar and whiskey lounge built in. We are very excited about this next chapter. Stop in and say hello. Whether you are a brother or sister of the leaf, a patron looking for a lounge to enjoy a premium cocktail, or just passing through we'd be thrilled to have you visit our space.
https://www.theracketeerlounge.com/
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Miller Media Co:
Located in Coeur d'Alene Idaho, Miller Media digital marketing agency is here to help companies strategize and implement their business goals. We are not just another Digital Marketing Agency because we are driven by a passion to help each brand and business to produce unparalleled results in any market. From a new website to a full-scale digital marketing strategy, you can expect to achieve bottom-line results that will bring you leads & sales, not fluffy numbers and excuses.
https://www.millermediaco.com/
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Pulse Productions:
Pulse Productions is a media production group based out of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. We specialize in all things media production. Our passion is making your vision a reality. This means creating an impactful brand for your businesses, capturing the magic of your wedding, and making your event timeless.
https://www.pulsecda.com/
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FOLLOW WHISKEY & BUSINESS:
→ https://www.facebook.com/Whiskeyandbusinesspod
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In this episode, Brenna explains her experience as an intern working for Pulse Productions
If you have any suggestions for topics you would like us to cover or would like to be on the podcast, shoot us a DM and we would love to chat!
Miller Media:
MillerMedia
https://www.millermediaco.com/
https://www.facebook.com/millermediaco/
https://www.instagram.com/millermediaco/
Pulse Productions:
Pulse Productions
https://www.pulsecda.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pulsecda
https://www.instagram.com/pulsecda/
A business’s branding is more important than you might think. On the outside, your brand may seem like it consists only of elements such as logos and colors, but your brand is actually the entire identity of your business. Your brand gives you personality.
Branding has always been a vital part of business, but it may be more important now than ever before. With social media, consumers get exposed to new brands every day. This can be great for consumers who have plenty of options and are able to do research to find the best one, but it makes it harder for businesses.
Miller Media:
https://www.millermediaco.com/
https://www.facebook.com/millermediaco/
https://www.instagram.com/millermediaco/
Pulse Productions:
@Pulcecda
If you’ve yet to leverage video marketing, there’s no better time to do it. Amid such trying times, video brings you closer to your audiences. It enables you to connect and build deeper relationships.
Typically, there are a lot of steps involved when creating a video. This means you’ll need to keep a few points in mind in order to craft a high-performing video.
In this episode we will break down how to start video marketing and tips to making it easier to get started for your business.
Miller Media:
https://www.millermediaco.com/
https://www.facebook.com/millermediaco/
https://www.instagram.com/millermediaco/
Pulse Productions:
Each passing year, new social media platforms emerge to captivate the masses. Businesses looking to expand their reach through leveraging social content may be unaware of which network is best to reach their target audience.
Social media, recently, has been taking over due to the number of businesses and customers who take advantage of the ability to communicate on the platforms. This has started to become a part of everyday life for people and the businesses they create as we move into 2021. This can be seen from some of the most successful people on Earth all the way to smaller businesses.
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It’s easy to waste a lot of money with PPC on your own, especially if you find it complex and confusing. Join Josh and Travis (Digital Marketing and Media experts) as we dive into the complex world of PPC. If you need help understanding PPC and want a little more understanding in your business diet, come along for the adventure!
t’s easy to waste a lot of money marketing your real estate business on your own, especially if you find it complex and confusing. Join Josh and Travis (Digital Marketing and Media experts) as we dive into Real Estate marketing with the one and only Andy Silvius (Resourceful Agent Realty). If you need help Marketing your real estate business then come along for the adventure!
It’s easy to waste a lot of money learning Search Engine Optimization (SEO) on your own, especially if you find it complex and confusing. Join Josh and Travis (Digital Marketing and Media experts) as we dive into the complex world of SEO. If you need help understanding SEO and want a little more understanding in your business diet, come along for the adventure!
In this episode of Whiskey & Business, we discuss what we see in the business world pre and post covid. We also talk about how to take advantage of the foot traffic uptick in North Idaho.