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Looking for an Edina workout that will "kick your butt?" Angie Bartness heads up an Edina fitness studio that will challenge your very core. It was built for athletes looking to challenge themselves - and they've met their match at Physical Culture(V)! Today on the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers(r) Podcast, you'll learn how Angie went from crafting fitness workouts at home, to building her very own studio from scratch -- a journey that had many bumps in the road. Physical Culture(V) is now a thriving boutique fitness facility catering to people that want to sweat and push themselves to levels they never thought they could achieve. How did Angie make this happen? Find out on EP 63 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers (R) Podcast. Learn more about Physical Culture classes Learn more about Physical Culture Schedules Learn more about the Physical Culture Team

How did a 4-H farm boy go from milking cows to becoming the premiere light design expert in Minneapolis? A passion for sales, an instinct for design, and entrepreneurship in his blood has made Filament Lighting founder Todd Pearsall one of the most trusted light design experts in the region. He takes you beyond the big box stores to a virtual unlimited world of light design to show off your home and personality. In today's episode, you'll learn: How Todd's experience on the farm helped him get where he is today The latest trends in lighting Where Minneapolis falls when it comes to lighting trends How he works with home decor experts How he has maintained trusted relationships with some of the areas biggest builders Enjoy this episode of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast, and make sure you click and subscribe to the podcast!!!

Today we are at Zel Skin & Laser to speak with two of the top skin bloggers in the nation - the Skin Sisters. Real life sisters Brooke and Lauren who use their decade of professional dermatology experience to answer all questions about skin health. From acne, skin care cream, to the most effective skin care products, the Skin Sisters MN cover it all.

Welcome to Episode 60 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast. Today Tim is in the Yoga studio of Modernwell, the first shared workspace in MINNEAPOLIS for female entrepreneurs and creatives. Today, you'll learn what Modernwell is, who it serves, the benefits of a shared workspace and how the 2016 election pushed it from an idea, to a dream come true for Julie Burton. .

How did two guys go from creating frozen treats in their small college kitchen, to now being carried in thousand of stores nationwide? It's a combination is simple and kind. Simple - the ingredients in JonnyPops that have made them such a huge hit for people looking for simple and real, and kind for never forgetting their history and vowing to help those in the fight for their life. Today, Tim Murphy sits down with Connor Wray, co-founder of JonnyPops in Edina. Connor talks about the pride he takes in the product and talks about the heartbreaking story of one of its early founders. Young entrepreneurs want their creations to do more than make money, they want to leave a foot-print of good in this world. JonnyPops is doing just that. This is a must-listen.

If your dream of owning a home has been crushed by a recent report claiming you need a full 20% down, you need to hear another voice. A voice from an expert that lives in the world of home financing every day. Mortgage expert Carrie Guarrero is fed up with misleading media reports that deter people from pursuing the dream of home ownership, from escaping high rent and little space. Do you have to put 20% down on a house? Carrie says you don't need 20%, in fact it's even possible, in some cases, to get a loan with 0% down. Enjoy this spirited conversation between Tim Murphy and Carrie Guarrero on the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers (r) Podcast. For more information and to ask Carrie a question: Carrie Guarrero Producing Branch Manager NMLS# 209015 Office: 952.851.8966 Email: cghomeloan@fairwaymc.com

Some of the most amazing and successful products on the market today were invented by accident, and that applies to Ben VandenWymelenberg, founder of WOODCHUCK USA. It all started while he was a student at The U. He invented something that saved his iPhone. What he didn't anticipate was the reaction from friends over that simple accessory. That reaction drove Ben into a business that creates beautifully designed wood products hand-crafted in Minneapolis. Today Ben takes you through Woodchuck USA's history. From the innovative way they got their product into a college bookstore, to why their run at Target almost put them out of business. Find out the exact moment changed the course of their business, and how that moment turned Woodchuck from a business that sells wood products, into a business that has literally changed the environment through each sale by connecting people with nature. Warning: Very passionate and direct language is used during this podcast.

For a decade Nick Lundquist was a project manager at a large corporate bank. But then something happened. He began to feel like the work of his team went underappreciated. "My team and I did great work. We saved the company a lot of money." He found it frustrating to go from one project to the next without feeling the benefits of the solutions they created. That's when he realized it was time to branch out on his own, to create, problem solve and ultimately feel the results of his work - good or bad. Nick was becoming an entrepreneur, and he took that passion and applied it to a true niche in the fitness industry. A dedicated athlete himself, Nick opened Tooth X Nail, selling hard-to-find, high end athletic apparel for cross functional fitness, weight lifting and yoga. In this episode you'll hear more about Nick's decision to go out on his own, what it felt like those first few days after leaving his corporate gig, why brick-n-mortar has a place in our digital world and how his products are unique. Welcome to the world of Nick Lundquist and Tooth X Nail on episode 56 of the Edina SW Minneapolis Advice Givers (r) Podcast!

"I'm going to the cabin this weekend!" How many times have you heard that from a neighbor, a friend or a workmate and thought that dream of a 2nd home is out of reach for you. Think twice. Second homes are in reach for almost all of us. Mortgage expert Carrie Guarrero has created this dream many times over for her clients, and sits down with Tim Murphy to debunk the myths around what it takes to get into your dream getaway. In this episdoe, you'll learn: After this episode, you'll soon be saying to your friends, "I'm heading to my cabin this weekend!" Enjoy. To contact Carrie for more information, head here Special thanks to Carrie Guarerro for hosting us this week, and thank you for listening to the Edina SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast Carrie Guarrero Producing Branch Manager NMLS# 209015 Office: 952.851.8966 Email: cghomeloan@fairwaymc.com Episode Transcript: Carrie Guarrero: 00:00 You know, uh, being in this land of 10,000 lakes, Tim, it's just kind of a Minnesota staple. Everybody grew up going to somebody's cabin if it wasn't there. Announcer: 00:11 Welcome to the Edina Southwest Minneapolis advice givers podcast. I'm going to the cabin this weekend. How many times have you heard that from a neighbor, a friend, or a workmate thought that dream of owning a second home is out of reach for you. Second homes are in reach for almost all the bus, fairway independent mortgage expert Carrie Guarrero has created this free many times over for her clients and sits down with Tim Murphy to debunk the myths around what it takes to get into your dream. Get away. In this episode you'll learn if you really need 20 percent down to finance a second home. The three most important things when considering a second home, the one thing you need before considering renting your second home and more and now outside on a beautiful, sunny, Edina day or maybe not, here's Tim Murphy. Tim Murphy: 00:56 Carrie, have you ever heard of Murphy's law? Yeah, absolutely. So today we are shooting our podcast with Carrie and we are out any Dinah at centennial lakes and you know what it was supposed to be perfect. Is supposed to be 80 blue skies, beautiful weather. Well, Murphy's law hit and today it's raining. Carried. Didn't you hit hail on the weekend? Carrie Guarrero: 01:22 A little bit of Hail on my way and that was fun. We had hail. Tim Murphy: 01:26 Uh, there's a little wind and our buddy back here is blowing leaves. So you know what it's going to be an exciting episode today. Carrie Guarrero: 01:35 We're excited to be here and we're gonna roll anyway because that's what we do, right? So we do, man, this is real life, right? It is indeed. Tim Murphy: 01:42 So, Hey Carrie, the, one of the things I wanted to hit on was I read a really interesting article by us news and it talks about does it make sense to buy a second home? What are your thoughts on that? Carrie Guarrero: 01:55 You know, being in this land of 10,000 lakes, Tim, it's just kind of a Minnesota staple, right? Everybody grew up going to somebody's cabin if it wasn't their own. I know I loved going up to Virginia and I have fond memories of getting on four wheelers and weapon through woods or to headed to duluth right after this. I am headed to duluth right after this and our favorite spot is up in madeline island and I was just looking at some memories from last year and one of my twins said, can we stay for another week? And you know, that's just kinda lake life is a Minnesota staple. So second homes are something that we need to talk about in Minnesota. 10 Thousand Lakes man. Tim Murphy: 02:42 One hundred percent agree. I mean right when we're done, I'm heading up to brainerd, right? The leg. So I'm one of the things that they said was owning a second home may sound like something only the wildly rich do, but that isn't always the case. What do you have to say about that? Carrie Guarrero: 02:55 That's absolutely positively not...

Teenage ‘sisterpreneurs’, Isabel and Caroline, share the story of how making 150 bath bombs in their basement for the Uptown Art Fair has exploded into a nationwide frenzy. They've gone from selling out at the Art Fair to now being carried in over 12,000 stores. Because of an ever increasing demand, da BOMB Bath Fizzers are locally produced by a crew of 150 in Edina. Additionally, they are supporting multiple causes around the world as a way of giving back. This episode teaches us that there is no age barrier when it comes to achieving your wildest dreams.

The Village in Waterville, MN, comes from the desire for one successful Twin Cities lender to return a favor she received years ago. Carrie Guarrero lived it. 22 years ago she was a single mom with little money for food. Her kids needed to eat, so she turned to a food shelf for help. She was grateful for the food, but will never forget how she was treated as she asked for help. 22 years later, Carrie and her husband have opened The Village, a place for community events and celebration, but more importantly, a safe, non judgmental place for a free meal. Learn about how it all started and get inspired by the impact one couple has made on an entire city. This episode is especially important for all of us who pack every hour of our day with business and family obligations. Sometimes we need to step back and think about our legacy. This is Carrie's...

Megan Pankratz was sick of firing people. She had a high paying HR job she couldn't stand, a job that was not fulfilling, and a job she couldn't see her self doing long-term. So, with the support of her best friend (the hubby), she walked away from it, ventured into the unknown and followed her passion. It took a lot of hard work and hustle, but within four years Megan opened Aesthetic Skin Care Studio in Edina, providing high quality waxing services, results driven facials and massage therapy to customers she cares passionately about. Looking for skin that will give you confidence? This episode is for you. Looking for that push you need to follow your own entrepreneurial dream? This episode is for you, too!

As the local housing markets get tighter and tighter, today’s home buyers get frustrated with their limited options. With a historical low inventory but with normal buying demand, people are finding it hard to purchase a home that’s right for them. But don’t lose hope yet because our friend, Carrie Guarrero of Fairway Independent Mortgage, welcomes us in her home to share a mortgage hack that could be your ticket to a home in that perfect neighborhood! To Contact Carrie: NMLS #2289 Fairway Independent Mortgage 3001 Metro Drive, Suite 280 Bloomington, MN 55425 612-599-9282

How did a birthday gift bloom into Edina's First Brewery? Today brothers James and Sean Ewen share the story of how a 21st birthday beer brewing kit sparked not only a passion for the art of brewing, but the drive to turn it into Edina's first brewery.

Starting to get nervous about the medication you're told will solve the problem? What about the medication that's supposed to deal with the side effects of the first prescription? If you have had endless trips to the doctor, and have tried every prescription under the sun while making no progress with your health issues, then this episode is for you! Today you'll learn there's another way. A way to tackle your health issues, not by putting a band-aid over the symptoms, but by getting to the root of the problem and turning your body into a disease fighting machine. Tim Murphy is sitting across from Dr. Katie Corazzo at Balanced Care in Edina, to explore the process and goals of Naturopathic Doctors, and why you should consider giving this method a chance. To contact Katie, head here. Interested in learning how to solve helath issues that bypass mainstream medicine? You may want to check out: Ep 42 Ep 38 Ep 30 Edina, MN is filled with fascinating businesses run by fascinating people. Stay with us each week for a new profile! Want to learn more about your favorite Edina/SW Minneapolis business? Let Dave the Producer know: dlawson@edinaadvicegivers.com

On this episode of Advice Givers (r) Tim Murphy is in Waterville at the site of Saturday's Sakatah Challenge for the American Warrior Initiative. With a long family military history, Carrie Guarrero from Fairway Independent Mortgage not only chairs this race, but she's passionate about making sure veterans know their options and are treated fairly when it comes to home loans. On this episode you'll learn Special thanks to Carrie Guarerro for hosting us this week, and thank you for listening to the Edina SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast Carrie Guarrero Producing Branch Manager NMLS# 209015 Office: 952.851.8966 Email: cghomeloan@fairwaymc.com

Picture framing can be an after-thought, something secondary to the art being displayed, but to Cara Callahan at Callahan Framing on 44th street in Edina, it's an art form in itself. Framing not only compliments and protects the art, proper framing blends the art seamlessly into its surroundings. Cara is an expert framer, and she treats everything, from rare art worth thousands of dollars, to the pictures your child brings home from kindergarten, with museum quality care. In this episode, you'll learn Make sure to subscribe to the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers (r) Podcast by clicking the Stitcher and iTunes links on this page. Also, follow us on Facebook and Instagram for behind the scenes photos of today's episode. Who would YOU like to hear on the podcast? Let us know by sending an email suggestion here: DLawson@EdinaAdviceGivers.com Thanks for listening!!!

Need a workout designed around your need to run? Performance Running trains runners. Period. Mark Johnson, a stay at home dad for 10 years, decided to combine his excitement for running and training, and open a facility to help fellow runners take their passion to a whole new level of personal success. This is a for runners by runners, and nothing else. No fancy cafe, no pool, just equipment and training that helps runners cross the finish line strong. Learn the story behind Performance Running and how it has quickly built a loyal following on the latest edition of Advice Givers (r)!

Welcome to episode 45 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast (r), today Tim Murphy sits down again with show partner, Carrie Guarrero. Carrie Guarrero is not only a top mortgage lender with the CG Home Loan Partners at Fairway Independent Mortgage, but also a top career coach with Fairway Ignite. She helps guide professionals and clients through the bumpiest roads to success as they define it. So how does "Mama C" handle all of this and 7 kids to boot? Listen to the episode and find out! To lean more about Carrie, and get contact information, Read on...

When done right, ballroom dancers look as if they are gliding across the floor. It is a sexy, seductive and challenging art form that is beautiful to watch. Thanks to Dancing with the Stars and other dance-style shows, ballroom has found acceptance in mainstream America, but it wasn't always that way. Gene Bersten of Dance With Us America at Soutdale Center in Edina, used to hide his passion for ballroom from his friends. He was afraid of the teasing that would follow if discovered. Now, people of all ages are flocking to Gene to learn how to perform this classic dance form. Gene is an accomplished dancer with a wall of championship trophies to his name, but his pride comes not from that, but from the accomplishments of his students. He's such a great teacher, that one of his closest students (known as his brother Alan Bersten) is now one of the pro's on Dancing With the Stars. Tim Murphy sits down with Gene to talk about dance, tight clothes and hard work. To learn more about Gene, head here Make sure you click the links on this page to follow us on iTunes and Stitcher to get our latest episodes! Also, follow us on Instagram and Facebook for behind the scenes photos and video from this episode.