The Shift with Mike & Joe
The Shift with Mike & Joe
Podcast Description
Welcome to ”The Shift with Mike and Joe,” the podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of entrepreneurship with your hosts, Mike and Joe! Mike is an 9-year veteran of the self-employment game and Joe is a recent entrepreneur who kicked off his journey about 3 years ago.
Both hosts are not only business-savvy but also talented musicians, adding a unique twist to the entrepreneurial conversation. Mike runs the ”Kent Island Academy of Music,” a successful music school, while Joe operates ”Image & Sound Media,” a thriving photography and videography business. Beyond their entrepreneurial endeavors, these dynamic individuals are also solo musicians who occasionally team up in Joe’s band, ”Heavy Fred.”
”The Shift” strives for biweekly episodes filled with insights, advice, and real talk about breaking free from the traditional 9-5 job and making your own path in the business world. Mike and Joe will cover a variety of topics related to entrepreneurship, including the highs and lows of their own journeys, lessons learned, and tips for success.
Beyond the world of business, the podcast will dive into various aspects of their lives, from hobbies and self-care to the adventures of fatherhood. Expect a mix of valuable insights and lighthearted banter as they share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, just starting out, or simply curious about the entrepreneurial lifestyle, ”The Shift with Mike and Joe” is your go-to podcast for inspiration and entertainment. Don’t miss out on the fun—subscribe now and join them every two weeks for a dose of wisdom, laughter, and the occasional dose of nonsense!
#TheShiftPodcast #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessTalk #mikeandjoeshow
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and balancing work with life, with episodes covering topics such as transitioning from traditional jobs to self-employment, productivity tips, and relationship dynamics within the business world. For example, episodes feature discussions on the creative process with musicians and entrepreneurs, insights from guests like J. Coursey Willis on managing multiple projects, and humorous reflections on personal interests such as music and hobbies.
Welcome to ”The Shift with Mike and Joe,” the podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of entrepreneurship with your hosts, Mike and Joe! Mike is an 9-year veteran of the self-employment game and Joe is a recent entrepreneur who kicked off his journey about 3 years ago.
Both hosts are not only business-savvy but also talented musicians, adding a unique twist to the entrepreneurial conversation. Mike runs the ”Kent Island Academy of Music,” a successful music school, while Joe operates ”Image & Sound Media,” a thriving photography and videography business. Beyond their entrepreneurial endeavors, these dynamic individuals are also solo musicians who occasionally team up in Joe’s band, ”Heavy Fred.”
”The Shift” strives for biweekly episodes filled with insights, advice, and real talk about breaking free from the traditional 9-5 job and making your own path in the business world. Mike and Joe will cover a variety of topics related to entrepreneurship, including the highs and lows of their own journeys, lessons learned, and tips for success.
Beyond the world of business, the podcast will dive into various aspects of their lives, from hobbies and self-care to the adventures of fatherhood. Expect a mix of valuable insights and lighthearted banter as they share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, just starting out, or simply curious about the entrepreneurial lifestyle, ”The Shift with Mike and Joe” is your go-to podcast for inspiration and entertainment. Don’t miss out on the fun—subscribe now and join them every two weeks for a dose of wisdom, laughter, and the occasional dose of nonsense!
#TheShiftPodcast #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessTalk #mikeandjoeshow
🎙️ Charlie Kavoosi: Musician, Videographer & Kavoosi Films (Annapolis) | The Shift with Mike & Joe – EP 21
What was the most inspiring part of Charlie’s journey for you? Let us know in the comments below! 👇
Musician–videographer Charlie Kavoosi (Kavoosi Films) joins The Shift with Mike & Joe to unpack the real workflow behind indie music videos, live-session production, and life on (and off) the road with the Joey Harkum Band. We cover how a pop-up show series sparked his film career, the camera-audio → mix crossfade trick, managing client expectations vs. budget, and staying sane with data (NAS, backups, file structure). Charlie also talks The Betas duo, the Annapolis scene’s community roots, merch that actually sells (hello, “blue guy”), and why redefining success beyond fame—and showing up consistently—keeps creatives moving. Bonus: this is our first sponsor-supported episode, produced by Image & Sound Media.
If you found Charlie’s story inspiring, please leave a comment and subscribe to our channel for more episodes of The Shift!
⏱ Chapter Markers
00:00 – Cold open, sponsor bit, and the “Shift” jingle attempts
02:06 – Who is Charlie Kavoosi? Musician, videographer… into a monetized thing
05:30 – Pop-Up Shows: filming bands, Mark Peria, first “cinematic” shock
10:40 – Learning exposure triangle; Olympus E-M10 II; toilet-plumber banter
17:08 – Making live videos feel alive: start with camera audio, then crossfade
22:30 – Avoiding radio/TV “deadness”; live crowd energy vs studio vibes
27:22 – Cover gigs vs originals: “so important as a cover artist to know…”
33:50 – Lessons & consulting: guitar theory, DAWs, pedalboards, X Air basics
41:30 – Behringer X Air/Soundcraft: routers, aux sends, and fixes
54:00 – Annapolis scene: “Covers Each Other” at 49 West & the AMFM fund
1:02:20 – Touring with Joey Harkum: from bass to Bass VI to guitar
1:10:40 – Data wrangling & NAS workflow: backups, proxies, and sanity
1:16:56 – The Blue Guy logo story: doodle → brand → merch
1:22:40 – Rethinking success vs fame; marketing reality and thousand true fans
1:35:20 – Where to find Charlie; October shows; outro & thanks
🔗 Connect with Charlie Kavoosi & Kavoosi Films:
• 🌐 Website: https://www.kavoossi.com/
• 📘 Facebook: / kavoossi
• 📸 Instagram: / kavoossifilms
🎧 Support The Shift with Mike & Joe
• 🌐 Website: www.theshiftwithmikeandjoe.com
• 💸 Donate: https://www.theshiftwithmikeandjoe.co…
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• 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574975860350
• 📸 Instagram: @theshiftwithmikeandjoe
• 🎵 TikTok: @theshiftwithmikea
• 🎵 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast…
• 🎙 Podbean: joer7.podbean.com
🎸 Connect with Mike & Joe
Connect with Mike & Joe
Image & Sound Media (Joe)
• 🌐 Website: imagesoundmedia.com
• 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?…
• 📸 Instagram: @imageandsoundmedia
• 🎵 TikTok: @imagesoundmedia
• ▶️ YouTube: @imagesoundmedia
Joe Bryan Music
• 🌐 Website: joebryanmusic.com
• 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?…
• 📸 Instagram: @joebryanmusic
• 🎵 TikTok: @joebryanmusic
Kent Island Academy of Music (Mike)
• 📘 Facebook: @kentislandacademyofmusic
• 📍 Google Map: KIAOM on Google
Michael Waskey Music
• 🌐 Website: michaelwaskey.com
• 📘 Facebook: @michaelwaskeymusic
• 📸 Instagram: @michaelwaskeymusic
🎥 Podcast Production Gear (Episode 18)
• 🎥 Main Camera (Wide Shot): Nikon Zf + Voigtländer 40mm f/1.2
• 🎥 Joe (Close-Up): Sony FX3 + Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II
• 🎥 Mike (Close-Up): Sony A7 IV + Sony 135mm f/1.8 GM
• 🎥 Guest (Close-Up): Sony A7C II + Sigma 85mm f/1.4 Art
• 🎙 Main Audio: Shure SM7B (Joe & Mike)
• 🎙 Guest Audio: Neumann clone kit mic
• 🎚 Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 18i18
• 🎛 Audio Software: Reaper
• 🎬 Video Editing: DaVinci Resolve Studio
• 💡 Lighting: Amaran 100x & 200x softboxes + Amaran tube lights
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