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On The Cusp
Launching and growing a new business comes with its share of unpredictable challenges — but it doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. Get ready to ride the wave of entrepreneurship with the On The Cusp Podcast! We're here to educate Northwest Louisiana by shining a spotlight on the voices and untold stories of our vibrant community. From passionate activists to innovative entrepreneurs and dedicated small business owners, our podcast dives deep into the heart of NWLA. Tune in to discover the…
Episodes
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 9: Alex Wesley with Arovia
Alex Wesley, co-founder of Arovia, joins On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave to share the story behind Splay, one of the largest portable displays on the market. A…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 8: Rich Sidhu with FuelJobberX
On this episode of On The Cusp, Rich Sidhu, creator of FuelJobberX and owner of more than 10 gas stations in the Shreveport-Bossier City area, shares his…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 7: Dr. Joslin Mar-Dai with Vegans on the Run
On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Dr. Joslin Mar-Dai, owner of Vegans on the Run, to talk entrepreneurship, vegan food, and taking the leap into a…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 6: Heather Kitchens & Dustin Glass with Sistematik Graphics
Join On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave as they sit down with Heather Kitchens and Dustin Glass, owners of Sistematik Graphics, to discuss their journey of…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 5: Jonathan Reynolds with Louisiana Daiquiri Cafe
On this episode of On The Cusp, Matt and Dave head to Kanteen Park to hang out with Jonathan Reynolds of Louisiana Daiquiri Café and hear how he and his…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 4: Lemar Flukers with Kanteen Park
On The Cusp is on location at Kanteen Park in Shreveport, sitting down with owner and real estate powerhouse Lemar Flukers to talk about his vision for…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 3: Tess Lopez with Prep Cakes Bakery
On The Cusp host Matt and Dave sat down with Tess Lopez, founder of Prep Cakes Bakery, to talk about her 10-year entrepreneurial journey crafting guilt-free…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 2: Danielle Nelson with FreshBar
On this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with entrepreneur Danielle Nelson to talk about FresBar, her innovative tabletop salad bar…
On The CuspSeason 15, Episode 1: Ronnie Remedies with Shreveport Limousine
On this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Ronnie Remedies, owner of Shreveport Limousine, to hear how a side hustle grew into a…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 14: Jacqueline Scott
In this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Shreveport local legend Jacqueline Scott to talk about her entrepreneurial journey. Ms. Scott…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 13: Lisa Haynie with Lisa's Flowers & Gifts
On this episode of On The Cusp, Matt and Dave welcome their first florist to the podcast, Lisa Haynie of Lisa's Flowers & Gifts, to talk about owning and…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 12: Waynette Ballengee with Shreveport Regional Airport Beautification Committee
On this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Waynette Ballengee, Chairwoman of the Shreveport Regional Airport Beautification Committee…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 11: Val & Benn with The Magnolia Pit
You might want to have a snack within reach for this one, because On The Cusp is diving into all things barbeque. Hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Valerie and…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 10: Keith Payne with Payne Mechanical Services
In this episode of On The Cusp, Keith Payne of Payne Mechanical Services shares the story of the family business his grandfather started back in 1956, growing…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 9: Mike & Dennis Etheredge with Etheredge Industrial Services
On this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with father-son duo Mike and Dennis Etheredge to talk about Etheredge Industrial Services, a…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 8: Chris Phillips with The Picklr
On this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave talk with Chris Phillips, co-owner of The Picklr, Bossier City’s newest premier pickleball destination…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 7: Nicole Harrington with Margaritaville Casino & Resort
Matt and Dave take On The Cusp on the road, heading straight to the patio at Margaritaville Resort & Casino in Bossier City to sit down with Director of Food &…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 6: Kyle Hand with Hand Construction
Kyle Hand, owner of Hand Construction, joins On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave to discuss the company's current projects, including ongoing work at the…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 5: Megann McDaniel with YMCA
Exciting changes are underway at the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana! Join On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave as they sit down with Megann McDaniel, the new Director…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 4: Rocky Rockett with Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation
Join Matt and Dave on On The Cusp as they sit down with special guest Rocky Rocket from the Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation (GBEDF) — the…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 3: Jeffrey Goodman with Committee of 100
Join hosts Matt and Dave on On The Cusp as they sit down with Jeffrey Goodman, the first-ever full-time CEO of the Committee of 100 — a powerhouse group of 130…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 2: Logan Lewis with Red River Revel
Join On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave as they sit down with festival director Logan Lewis of the beloved Red River Revel, Shreveport's well-known fall festival…
On The CuspSeason 14, Episode 1: John Dudley with Chasing Aces
On The Cusp returns to kick off Season 14 with John Dudley, founder of Chasing Aces, back on the mic with hosts Matt and Dave three years after his first…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 12: Erin Woods with 318 Business Builders
On The Cusp this week features Erin Woods of 318 Business Builders, a business development and marketing company dedicated to helping local businesses grow and…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 11: Collin & Molly Neu with Neu Aviation
Take to the skies with this episode of On The Cusp featuring Collin and Molly Neu of Neu Aviation, one of the nation’s top six flight schools located at the…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 10: Parker Brown with Jayhawk Properties
In this episode of the On The Cusp podcast, Parker Brown of Jayhawk Properties joins hosts Matt and Dave to share insights into rental property management in…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 9: Kimerea Walker with Eagle Industries
This week on the On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Kimerea Walker of Eagle Industries, a minority- and woman-owned construction company…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 8: Adam Rimmer with Rimmer Electric
Adam Rimmer of Rimmer Electric joins On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave to share how a small side gig grew into a successful electrical business in Shreveport, LA…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 7: Jessica Comegys with The Balanced Boarding Pass
One of Shreveport’s serial entrepreneurs joins On The Cusp as hosts Matt and Dave talk with Jessica Comegys about her latest venture, The Balanced Boarding…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 6: Todd Stanberry with Metro Aviation
Todd Stanberry joins On The Cusp with hosts Matt and Dave to share the inspiring story of his family’s company, Metro Aviation, a leader in air medical and…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 5: Megan Strickland with University Veterinary Hospital
In this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Megan Strickland, Practice Manager of University Veterinary Hospital, for an inside look at…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 4: Sarah & Ellyn McKinney with Lola Magazine
On The Cusp is back with an inspiring conversation featuring the new owners of LOLA Magazine, Sarah and Ellyn McKinney! In this episode, hosts Matt and Dave…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 3: Keith Carter with Louisiana Rouxgaroux
The guys are talking sports on On The Cusp with Shreveport’s own Keith Carter, owner of the Louisiana Rouxgaroux arena football team. Keith joins hosts Matt…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 2: Donesa Walker with LearningRX
On The Cusp welcomes Donesa Walker, franchise owner of LearningRx Shreveport, to the studio! Donesa sits down with hosts Matt and Dave to share her journey…
On The CuspSeason 13, Episode 1: Taylor Love with 643 Training
Taylor Love, owner of 643 Training, joins On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave to talk about the rapid growth of his baseball and softball training business. In…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 9: Bob Thames & Randolph Smith with Marilynn's Place
This week on On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Shreveport entrepreneurs Bob Thames and Randolph Smith to talk about their newest project — buying…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 8: Perry Thompson & Doug James with Lumiere
Get ready to light up your holiday season! On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, sit down with Perry Thompson and Doug James, the owners of Lumiere — North…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 7: Randy Miller with Career Adventures
Randy Miller of Career Adventures joins your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, to dive into the world of economic development in North Louisiana. Randy shares…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 6: Josh Morvant with Secure Logic, LLC
Josh Morvant, founder of Secure Logic, traded his lab coat for a mic to chat with your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave. He shares how his mission to keep kids…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 5: RL McCary & Lynn McCary Thomas with McCary's Jewelers
In this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with R.L. McCary and Lynn McCary Thomas to talk about their multi-generation, family-owned…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 4: Jake Dement with Dement Brothers Boxing Club
In this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Jake Dement, founder of Dement Brothers Boxing Club in Bossier City. Jake shares how his…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 3: Odai Alkhatib with Crazy Hot Deals
In this episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Odai Alkhatib, owner of Crazy Hot Deals in Shreveport, LA. Odai shares how his business turns…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 2: Dr. Mike McDaniel - LSUS Assistant Professor in Management and Entrepreneurship
Join hosts Matt and Dave on On The Cusp as they sit down with Dr. Mike McDaniel, LSUS Assistant Professor in Management and Entrepreneurship. Dr. McDaniel…
On The CuspSeason 12, Episode 1: DJ Thomas with Red Wolf Media
On The Cusp is back with Season 12! In this episode, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with DJ Thomas, President of Red Wolf Media and host of Frequency…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 9: Malcolm Murchison with Bradley Murchison
Season 11 wraps up with attorney Malcolm Murchison, co-founder of Bradley Murchison. He joins your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, to reflect on the growth…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 8: Drayden Dunn with Envision Media and Marketing
Drayden Dunn of Envision Media and Marketing joins your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, for a conversation filled with Shreveport pride. Drayden reflects on…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 7: Dr. Stephen Lokitz with CMIT
Dr. Stephen Lokitz, Executive Director of the Center for Molecular Imaging and Therapy (CMIT), joins On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave to talk about the…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 6: Audrey Robinson with Idea Path
This week’s On The Cusp guest is Audrey Robinson, founder of Idea Path, a full-service marketing company. Audrey shares with hosts Matt and Dave how Idea Path…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 5: Caleb and Michelle King with Dripp Donuts & Chicken and Sprout Play Cafe
Caleb and Michelle King join your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, to share the story behind their growing ventures—Dripp Donuts & Chicken and Sprout Play…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 4: Dereck Yagle with Flugers
Dereck Yagle, founder of Flugers, stopped by to chat with your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave. Originally from Longview, Texas, Dereck recently opened his…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 3: Steven & Patricia Kennedy with Steve's Snaketuary
Steven and Patricia Kennedy stopped by the studio with some very special (and slithery!) guests to chat with your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave. Steve…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 2: Heidi Cram with Apotheworx
Heidi Cram, founder of Apotheworx, joined On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave in the studio to share the story behind her newly launched concierge pharmacy in…
On The CuspSeason 11, Episode 1: Dr. Christopher Shelby with Glaive Medical Optics
Dr. Christopher Shelby of Glaive Medical Optics joined your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, to kick off Season 11. A respected ophthalmologist in the…
On The CuspSeason 10, Episode 10: Andrew Crawford with Rhino Coffee
Andrew Crawford, founder of Rhino Coffee in Shreveport, LA, joins Matt and Dave on On The Cusp to share the story behind one of the city’s most beloved coffee…
On The CuspSeason 10, Episode 9: Shawn Boston with Bos-Man's Barber College
One of Shreveport’s most driven entrepreneurs stopped by On The Cusp this week—Shawn Boston, founder of Bosman Barber College. In this episode, Shawn sits down…
On The CuspSeason 10, Episode 8: Andrew Gaspard with Sportspectrum
This week on On The Cusp, Matt and Dave welcome Andrew Gaspard, owner of Sportspectrum, as our special guest. Andrew joins your hosts for an insightful…
On The CuspSeason 10, Episode 7: Keith Simpson with SkyCoach
On the Cusp features Keith Simpson, the creator of SkyCoach—a cutting-edge sideline coaching tool that’s changing the way sports are played and coached. From…
On The CuspSeason 10, Episode 6: Bill Joyce with HowdyBot Studios and Rick Simpson with Shawdows Productions
This week on On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave sit down with two major players in the local film scene—Bill Joyce of HowdyBot Studios and Rick Simpson of…
On The CuspSeason 10, Episode 5: James Scotto with Benton Road Auto Repair (Future Auto Repair)
This week on On the Cusp, Matt and Dave are joined by James Scotto, third-generation owner of Benton Road Auto Repair—soon to be rebranded as Future Auto…
On The CuspSeason 10, Episode 4: George Fritze with Red River Chevrolet
George Fritze with Red River Chevrolet stopped by On The Cusp to chat with your hosts, Matt and Dave, about his family's iconic dealership — a family-owned…