Welcome to the fifth episode of Blow My Mind! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Jonathan Pastore, co-owner, Vice President, Director of Operations, and the esteemed “Coffee Daddy” of Bean2Bean. Jonathan shares his journey in the coffee industry and the exciting origin story of Bean2Bean, from a garage operation to the impressive landscape it has grown into today. We delve into the world of coffee, exploring everything from the exacting process of sourcing ingredients to the art and science of brewing the perfect cup.

Jonathan conveys the importance of community and creativity, the meticulous focus that goes into everything Bean2Bean does and the positive impact they’re making locally. The truly unique approach Bean2Bean takes in curating philanthropic local collaborations embodies the spirit of our Philadelphia city.

On our fourth episode of Blow My Mind, we are so thrilled to feature Philadelphia women owned and operated boutique, Downerss. Join us as we sit down with Rif Yank & Caitlyn Williams to talk everything from silencing the nay-sayers, their dedication to curating a boutique that has something for everyone, and their dynamic bond that supersedes their professional relationship.

Rif and Caitlyn share their love for each other, their customers and the true grit of the city of Philadelphia. The yin to each other's yang, these two show us how the power of authenticity has helped them build a community within their shop walls.

In this third installment of Blow My Mind we welcome Philly based pothead, comedian, and activist N.A Poe of ⁠Poe's Sandwich Joint.⁠ Join us as we dive into everything from weed party arrests, running for city council, the 50 foot inflatable joint, and his time as an adult entertainment "Wake And Bake" correspondent. Poe shares a personal recap of his love for community, having a family, and the trajectory and hurdles of creative freedom while becoming a legitimate business owner.

Welcome to the second installment of Blow My Mind! We are beyond excited to share our conversation the incredibly talented Madison Chamberlain. Gain an exclusive peek into the world of bridal couture, as she shares the intricate details of what drove her to make the jump from fast-fashion to curating her own line of vibrant, custom bridal garments. We delve into navigating the ever-shifting landscape of the internet, the daunting reality of combating design theft, and the transformative power of embracing unexpected opportunities. Join us as we unveil the creative essence behind one of Philadelphia’s most colorful fashion designers.

Welcome to the debut of Blow My Mind! In this episode we're joined by Jonathan Behar, musician, performer, and audio engineer, also known as CAT DADDY onthebass. We get a behind-the-scenes look at the Philadelphia music scene as he discusses the challenges of creating his EP Catboy Summer while balancing artistic aspirations with self-sufficiency, recognizing personal growth and embracing our inner feline. Join us as we uncover the creative layers of one of Philadelphia's musical talents.

Blow My Mind is a creative process podcast hosted by Kristina Lauro and Don Vincent Ortega, as they sit down with the creators who are shaping how Philadelphia experiences community.