Released Aug 10, 2012
Alpine Experience gets me over the hump after an injury to get back on a bike. Ian from the Bike Stand takes me on a long overdue trip around town along the route of the upcoming ‘Ride The South Sound’ event.
Ride The South Sound with the Capital Bike Club and the Bike Stand.
Released Jul 25, 2012
Seth comes back from and Mathias is about to head to vacation. A show full of sunshine, swimming and dreams of owning a restaurant in the mountains. We’re winning gold medals at the Games! (52min.)
Seth Winterhalter The WinterEichler Group
Released Jul 24, 2012
I’m up on a mountain on the glorious Olympic Peninsula, and really far away from my studio. Time to reflect and time for a break.
Released Jul 11, 2012
Mark and I discuss the difficulty of moving a city forward. The challenges of commissions, public comments and local leadership in the public and private sector. It’s a screamer! (64min.)
Mark Derricott Mark Derricott at Law
Mark’s blog ‘Notes on the State of Olympia’.
Released Jun 26, 2012
I nerd it up with game geek Lasse Lund and discuss the changing times of the video game industry. At minute mark 31 we dive into more serious issues and talk about the role of the government, healthcare and paying taxes. (72min.)
Lasse Lund The Weekly Blend
Released Jun 26, 2012
Marketing for public places and positioning yourself on a global marketing place. Two topics we tackle in this week’s episode of ‘Passion Is Business’.
Seth Winterhalter The WinterEichler Group
Released Jun 26, 2012
I finally get to talk to the man behind the idea of ‘Olympia, the Basecamp’. We talk about tourism for our area, the challenges of running a small business & how to teach Americans how to take vacations. (70min.)
Nathan Allen Swantown Inn
Swantown Inn B&B
Wort der Woche: ‘Urlaub’ - vacation, of course!
Released Jun 21, 2012
Faith has worked with plenty of government agencies over the years and surprisingly she still is excited about paying her taxes. We talk about how we can get the rest of the country on board with that - easy task at hand, right? Right.
Faith Trimble FLT Consulting
Released Jun 15, 2012
Brian Wilson is Olympia’s new Downtown Liasion/Code Enforcement Officer or as he likes to call himself: “Downtown Listener”. We talk about the recent events at the artesian well, what it would take to build a pedestrian street in downtown and why Olympia music scene is amazing.
Brian Wilson City Of Olympia
Wort der Woche: Fußgängerzone
Released Jun 13, 2012
Seth and Mathias share their passion for food and wine and business that is run as if there’s a unicorn hiding in the back room - awesome. (36min.)
Seth Winterhalter The WinterEichler Group
• Walter Deacon Winery
• Rare Cuts from Ranch to Table
Released Jun 8, 2012
Rob Richards is back and we talk about the World Baseball Classics (finally someone who cares about that game) building a tech shop in our city and the upcoming Table For Olympia.
Wort der Woche: Nationalmannschaft
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Released May 31, 2012
For one last time I am sitting down with Brandon in the Einmaleins studio to discuss the last year of media production, his upcoming move to Austin, TX and designer’s reactions to the new Brooklyn Nets logo.
Brandon Rosage Ushahidi
• Find full show notes at LiveLiveLoud.
• Wort der Woche is: “Kundendienst”.
• Ushahidi
• Brandon Rosage
• Olympia Yard Sale
Released May 24, 2012
I’m sitting down with Douglas Scott, the Rick Steves of the Olympic Peninsula, who wants you to fall in love with the Olympic National Park and all that is has to offer, if you live within spitting-distance or far away.
Douglas Scott Exotic Hikes
• Find full show notes at LiveLiveLoud.
• Wort der Woche is: “Fremdenverkehrsamt”.
• Exotic Hikes
Released May 18, 2012
Jake and I talk about a far away place called Southern California. I teach him the ‘Wort der Woche’ and we talk about how many dream-cycles it would take to launch a successful Kickstarter campaign.
Jake Chapman Pignite
• Find full show notes at LiveLiveLoud.
• Wort der Woche is: “Börsengang”.
Released May 17, 2012
We’re starting things up.
A personal thought on “The Rise Of The Tech Bandits” and on how to start things up.
Released May 15, 2012
I once called Olympia ‘Basecamp’ and after visiting Staircase at the Olympic National Park this weekend I was reminded of that. And I was reminded of how much more we have to do to get there.
Olympia - the base camp for tourist in Washington State.
Released Apr 24, 2012
Jason has some beef with Kickstarter campaigns and tells us what it takes to run a successful one.
Jason Bynum Pignite
Kickstarter campaign: Pebble watch
Released Apr 3, 2012
Mathias Eichler gets invited to join ‘Sustainable Thurston’ a community-wide conversation about the future of Thurston County.
Visit ‘Sustainable Thurston’ for information on how you can participate.
Released Mar 31, 2012
Mathias catches the Ski Bus to White Pass with Alpine Experience and has fun in the snow.
Seth Winterhalter The WinterEichler Group
Released Mar 9, 2012
Mathias challenges the startup community to not just build business to sell but to build legacy.
Released Mar 9, 2012
Seth and Mathias discuss launching your small business in this global economy. Welcome to our new podcast, this is exciting!
Seth Winterhalter The WinterEichler Group
Released Feb 18, 2012
Sometimes you gotta dream big and chase the dream. Sometimes you gotta dig deep and let small iteration speak to the progress of you work.
Released Feb 9, 2012
Mathias takes a look at the rise of the app store economy and what that means for Main Street USA.
Livelifeloud - the blog with all the links.
Pandodaily’s post on the app economy.
Pignite, builds apps.
Released Jan 30, 2012
Mathias takes a look at Pinterest, the new hot social sharing platform everyone is buzzing about.
Released Jan 23, 2012
Opening up 2012 with some thoughts on power lines and power brokers. Mathias discusses the snow storm in Olympia and the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
The World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Released Dec 23, 2011
Mathias says thanks to all the great businesses that made the Einmaleins network happening in 2011.
Jason Bynum Pignite
Thanks to our 2011 sponsors:
American Name Services
Capital City Pride
Westside Dental
Randy Rodell Agency
Eastside Big Toms
The Chifferobe
Alpine Experience
Wind Up Here
Pignite
Merry Maids
Exotic Hikes
Trixwithay
Troy Dana
City of Tumwater
Thurston County Economic Development Council
MerchantOS
Batdorf and Bronson
Intercity Transit
Don’t Stop Printing
Comcast Business Class
Fresh Leaf Photography
Arts Alliance Of Downtown Olympia
Thurston Talk
The Gyro Spot
Full Cirle Farm
Short Stay Lodgings.
Mixx96.1
Ugly Dolls
Released Nov 30, 2011
Yeah, those pesky, dumb looking bar codes for smart phone readers that promise the moon and fail to deliver - I hate them.
Trixwithay FELT iPad Sleeves.
Released Nov 23, 2011
Monsters and trick-or-treaters flocked to more than 50 downtown Olympia storefronts to get outside and play on Halloween, and host Mathias Eichler brings viewers along with him for the event’s challenges, costumes and sugar highs. In this episode, Mathias finds toys and treats at Wind Up Here, gabs at g.miller men’s clothing, loosens up with Moore Chiropractic and gets amped for ski season at Alpine Experience.
Released Nov 11, 2011
Here in Olympia we love to talk about what other people are doing. How about we get up and do it?
Released Oct 31, 2011
No, I’m not being an a$$. I am excited for the future. One, where people can as easily start and run their own business, as work as an employee.
Released Oct 24, 2011
The Alpine Experience sent Einmaleins.TV into downtown Olympia for its two-day fall Arts Walk event to soak up the live music, art showcases, fresh food and community energy.
Released Oct 18, 2011
I asked all council candidates this question. Here is what I think of their answers, and wonder if you can do a better job.
You Make Olympia, the interviews with the Olympia City Council candidates.
Released Oct 11, 2011
The City of Tumwater, real estate professionals, architects and planners take “Live Life Loud” host Mathias Eichler on an exclusive ride through the vaunted Olympia Brewery site. Inside, they explore the brewery’s history and possibilities by climbing around its stout structure and taking in its unrivaled views of Thurston County.
Released Oct 5, 2011
Shortly after Apple’s “Let’s talk iPhone” event Tuesday, the Einmaleins studio mates recapped their thoughts on the iPhone 4S, Apple’s strategy and the Amazon Kindle Fire.
Released Oct 4, 2011
Alpine Experience sent Einmaleins.TV down the Chehalis-Western Trail for its “Master of Faster For a Cure” run, walk and stroll event that helped fight childhood cancer in Washington state. The episode follows South Sound runners from Horizons Elementary to Chambers Lake in the summer’s last “Get Outside and Play” outdoor event.
Released Oct 4, 2011
Olympia City Council candidate Brian Tomlinson sat down with “You Make Olympia” host Mathias Eichler for an election season chat about which must come first for downtown: Housing or retail development? They also discuss how to market Olympia as a tourist destination, supported by Tomlinson’s call for a multi-purpose center for the city.
Brian Tomlinson Olympia City Council candidate
Released Sep 29, 2011
Sometimes working together can get you better results. Sometimes.
Released Sep 15, 2011
Sitting in the Sun along the Chehalis Western Trail Mathias wonders how well we know our culture.
Released Sep 5, 2011
Four years of Einmaleins in downtown Olympia. A look back, a status update and a exciting look into the future.
Master of Faster 5k/10k Run Walk Stroll Registration.
Released Aug 30, 2011
Olympia City Councilwoman Rhenda Strub keeps “You Make Olympia” host Mathias Eichler laughing throughout a fun and heavy conversation about why Arts Walk is only twice a year, why locals avoid downtown and “how to make humans from scratch.” Strub keeps things lively while she makes the case for taking an active role in moderating one’s community and how to develop housing in Olympia’s urban areas.
Rhenda Strub Candidate for Olympia City Council
Released Aug 26, 2011
Gary V. stopped doing wine videos and Steve J. stopped leading Apple. Where does that leave us?
Released Aug 25, 2011
After talking to all the City Council candidates and so many are dreaming of more and bigger retail options to save this place, I am telling you, that I am not buying it.
Council Interviews on You Make Olympia.
LEGO at Wind Up Here with LIVE LIFE LOUD.
Released Aug 24, 2011
After a lengthy Twitter conversation Mathias sits down and shares some different thoughts on ‘buying local’ and how to make sense of it all.
Released Aug 23, 2011
Democritus Blantayre sits down for a heady conversation with “You Make Olympia” host Mathias Eichler about running for office in an effort to bring “Direct Democracy” to Olympia. Blantayre lays out his vision for developing the city in the mold of other “eco cities” and creating a form of government that allows citizens to have a more direct impact on their government’s decisions.
He says that his intention in running for Olympia City Council is to create a seat at the table that citizens can control with direct democracy, rather than through periodic election.
Democritus Blantayre Olympia City Council candidate
Released Aug 23, 2011
In the wake of Steve Jobs’ resignation from his post as Apple CEO, Mathias and Brandon explore their personal introduction to Jobs’ work, share stories from people who worked with him and highlight his unrivaled leadership.
Released Aug 18, 2011
Here is the big idea for Olympia. Wake up, and do something new today.
Released Aug 15, 2011
Olympia City Council candidate Jim Cooper sits down with “You Make Olympia” host Mathias Eichler for an election season chat about “game-changing” decisions the city can make toward developing a destination at mouth of the Deschutes River. Cooper also discusses the possibility of Lacey, Olympia and Tumwater merging resources, and what it’d take to entice businesses to open in Thurston County to create jobs.
He has spent the past 15 years working for non-profit, corporate and government organizations, including serving as executive director at “TOGETHER!”, president of the Washington Association for Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention, member of the American Legion and member of RUaD, the statewide coalition to reduce underage drinking.
Jim Cooper Olympia City Council candidate
Released Aug 15, 2011
An xkcd.com comic suggesting web browsers are all that matters sparked an impromptu discussion at the Einmaleins studio Tuesday. The studiomates argue about where web applications fit within the world of application development, what Google’s acquisition of Motorola means and whether Adobe Muse is dangerous.
Released Aug 15, 2011
The Einmaleins studiomates catch up after a weekend of technology purchases, Klout Perks and frustrating encounters with Netflix Instant.
Released Aug 10, 2011
Mathias makes the case for social media as a way of reaching, caring and connecting with a much larger crowd. Opportunities for connections are everywhere and there is no more one-stop shopping.
Released Aug 6, 2011
After the S&P drops the US credit rating form AAA to AA+ Mathias suggests, that this has less to do with spreadsheet calculations but with a lack of vision for this country.
Released Aug 3, 2011
Here’s a question: How do we, ‘the young kids’ connect, gain respect and share with the older generation?
Released Aug 1, 2011
In its first episode, “Go Outside and Play” follows Olympia’s outdoor athletes from Capitol Forest to downtown Olympia in their multi-sport race to win the Olympia Traverse.
Alpine Experience challenged Einmaleins.TV to chase competitors through five legs, including mountain biking, road biking, kayaking and running. The adventure starts at Waddell Creek Campground and ends at Fish Tale Brewery.
Released Jul 30, 2011
Olympia mayoral candidate Stephen Buxbaum sat down for a relaxed chat with “You Make Olympia” host Mathias Eichler about development, urban housing, when to say “no” and challenging the city to be carbon neutral.
Buxbaum was elected to the Olympia City Council in 2009 and has served in Washington state government as assistant director for housing, managing director for community development and executive director of the Rural Development Council.
Stephen Buxbaum Olympia City Council
Released Jul 30, 2011
Engage, people! If you choose to have a presence on Twitter and Facebook for your business, don’t just push your content. But interact and respond to your “fans”.
Released Jul 28, 2011
Olympia Assistant City Manager Jay Burney takes “Live Life Loud” host Mathias Eichler behind the scenes of the new Hands On Children’s Museum in the city’s east bay.
With the City of Olympia just weeks away from handing their construction over to the museum, Burney takes Einmaleins TV inside the spacious building for a preview of its unique features, views and design.
Jay Burney City of Olympia
Released Jul 26, 2011
Olympia mayoral candidate Karen Rogers sat down with “You Make Olympia” host Mathias Eichler to offer her take on how to bring more residents and visitors to downtown Olympia. The lively conversation also touched on Thurston County’s car culture, wise budget decisions, transportation and uncovering what locals truly value.
Rogers is an Olympia city councilwoman and works for the Washington State Liquor Control Board as a rules coordinator and policy specialist. She also serves on the City of Olympia Utility Advisory Committee and the Thurston County Planning Commission.
Karen Rogers Olympia City Council
Released Jul 25, 2011
Mathias Eichler loves the Pass, loves to support Washington State Parks, but please can someone design a cooler pass?
Released Jul 22, 2011
Olympia mayoral candidate Dick Pust sat down with “You Make Olympia” host Mathias Eichler for a personal chat about the former KGY radio voice’s charge to make the city a “destination place.”
Pust has served on Olympia’s planning commission, co-chaired the Olympia Citizens for Schools, was a founding board member of the South Sound Reading Foundation, and served on the Salvation Army Advisory Board.
Released Jul 21, 2011
Mathias Eichler thinks that websites that are considered just marketing are highly undervalued for what they could be for your business.
Released Jul 19, 2011
Nathaniel Jones joined “You Make Olympia” in a discussion about doorbelling, grilling, tourism in Olympia, urban living and which problems are most important to tackle in Olympia’s next four years. Jones is running for City Council Position No. 3, currently held by Rhenda Strub.
He has worked at General Administration for the past six years, including as staff to the Capitol Lake committee and being in charge of completing the Law Enforcement Memorial and Heritage Park.
Nathaniel Jones Olympia City Council candidate
Released Jul 19, 2011
Following a visit to Best Buy’s selection of tablets, Jason Bynum, Mathias Eichler and Brandon Rosage have a roundtable discussion about where tablets fit in the mainstream computing culture.
Released Jul 19, 2011
ABC chooses to show infomercials instead of the Women’s Soccer Cup Final. America, where is your national pride?
Released Jul 15, 2011
Three co-working nerds sat down Friday at the Einmaleins studio to review and predict the future of new tech products, including Google+ and Spotify.
Jason Bynum Pignite
Released Jul 14, 2011
After an fantastic tour of the Olympia Brewery grounds in Tumwater Mathias Eichler reflects on how story-telling can help answer important questions.
Released Jul 9, 2011
Mathias Eichler answers this question. One that ended up being a lot harder to answer then he first thought.
Released Jul 7, 2011
In this romantic night-time episode Mathias discusses many thing, among them, taking your life in your own hands the best iPad sleeves in the world and finding advertisers for media.
Released Jul 6, 2011
Brandon points out a valuable lesson: The best things in life often come at a price. Embrace the pain, It’s worth it!
Live Life Loud meets the Global Mobile Family.
Released Jul 4, 2011
Family Glauer took a break from their cycling trip around the world to visit with Live Life Loud’s Mathias Eichler and share stories from their trip with four kids, two bikes and cargo. The German and British family started their trip in Vancouver, B.C. and is biking along the West Coast en route to South America in a worldwide family vacation that will end in Germany before their oldest son starts school.
Released Jul 4, 2011
George Sharp, executive director of the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Visitor and Convention Bureau, joined the conversation on RSVP Tuesday about Washington state’s challenge to promote tourism despite being the only state in the country without a tourism budget or agency.
George Sharp Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Visitor and Convention Bureau
Released Jun 30, 2011
Mathias says a big Thank You to everyone who ordered our first exclusive DNTSTOP shirt. They are being printed this weekend. And there is more exciting stuff in the pipeline!
Released Jun 29, 2011
Mathias sits again on the deck. This time he plays with sand and talks about this brave new world.