Twin Cities Podcast

“Go after that weird thing you want to do.” –Chuck Olsen Chuck Olsen was one of the internet’s first video bloggers and today is the co-founder and CEO of the Minneapolis-based virtual reality company Visual. Chuck is arguably the go-to person for all things virtual reality in the Twin Cities, and his company made headlines recently after releasing a 360-degree video app with music-streaming giant Rhapsody. He forged a successful career in early internet technology, working several years for Twin Cities Public Television (TPT), and then went on to form a citizen journalism non-profit called The Uptake. With Visual, Chuck has collaborated with the likes of the Minnesota Lynx, Mall of America, the University of Minnesota, musician Talib Kweli, and the Newborn Foundation, among many others. Chuck opens up about his passion for using virtual reality as an engine to promote social good and talks about a recent trip to China with a local non-profit. He provides a clear and vivid glimpse into the future of how

Michael Welsh owns Sky Candy Studios, a local video production company that focuses on aerial photography/videography, and shares his expertise on all things drones. Michael talks about how he bought his first drone off an impulse buy from Brookstone and then skipping out on college to start his company. We discuss the different industries that benefit from drone technology and how Amazon is investing heavily into drones and its use for delivering packages. We even talk about one of his best marketing tools which is his vehicle that he calls the "Sky Cube." I start off the interview with this. Enjoy! Some topics and people mentioned: The Open Road Creative Project New York City Drone Film Festival Creative Mornings (MSP) Basilica Block Party Favorite Meal Under $15: Haute Dish Favorite Public Space: Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Dinner with Famous Twin Cities Person: Prince and Tom Thibodeau State of the Union Message: "Drones are not evil"

Mike explores the topic of polyamory with Jennifer who co-hosts a podcast called Poly in the Cities, which deals with the daily realities of living a polyamorous lifestyle. Jennifer talks about misconceptions in the mainstream public regarding polyamory, when she was first introduced to the idea, being married while being poly, hosting a podcast and much more. Jennifer deserves a lot of credit for agreeing to be on Twin Cities Podcast. She shares many personal aspects and stories about her life. This is what being brave and vulnerable sounds like. Some of the topics and people discussed: Dr. Elisabeth Sheff Reddit - Dead Bedroom Mojo Upgrade Episode 28: Jennifer is Getting a Divorce Grizzly Adams #OwnYourShit Favorite meal under $10: The Lowbrow Favorite public space: Lake Harriet Enjoy!

In the first episode of Twin Cities Podcast, Mike discusses his motivation for starting a long-form interview podcast. He talks about the value he gained from listening to well-known podcasters such as Dan Carlin, Tim Ferriss, Joe Rogan, and Marc Maron. Mike details the very night when the idea for Twin Cities Podcast was born, which involved a booze-filled summer evening with his brother-in-law Paul. He also talks about his hopes for the listeners and how the guests on TCP might help them in their personal journey. Enjoy!