June 2026

The Most Important Guest I’ve Ever Had: Lessons From My 11-Year-Old Daughter

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What can an 11-year-old teach adults about friendship, confidence, leadership, and growing up?In one of the most personal episodes of The Blue Stiley Podcast, Blue sits down with his daughter, Haiden, as she prepares to leave elementary school behind and begin a brand-new chapter in middle school.Together they talk about the teachers who changed her life, what makes a true friend, the excitement and fears of growing up, traveling the world as a family, finding confidence through sports, and why sometimes the best thing a parent can do is simply listen.Haiden’s perspective is funny, honest, and wise! It serves as a reminder that some of life’s biggest lessons come from the smallest voices.Whether you’re a parent, a kid, or simply someone reflecting on your own childhood, this conversation will leave you smiling and maybe seeing the world a little differently.Show Flow00:29 Meet Haiden Stiley03:00 Teachers Who Matter05:11 Principal For A Day07:46 Middle School Hopes & Fears09:56 What Makes A Friend?14:22 Including Others15:19 Travel And Foreign Languages18:34 Bucket List Trips21:49 Japan Memories Tips25:30 Proud Fifth Grade Moment28:31 Math Wins and Grit33:52 Being 11 Is Hard!35:15 Listen Before Fixing38:44 Dream Jobs and Branding40:14 Splits and Stretch Goals41:20 Taylor Swift and Car Tunes42:56 Travel Screens and Star Wars44:40 Mom, Grandma and Trusted Adults47:23 Brotherly Love and Favorites48:18 Cobra Kai Bonding51:41 Growing Up and Final Thoughts

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You Can’t Choose Your Start, But You Can Choose Your Finish

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Most people don’t get to choose where they start.We’re all handed different circumstances, different challenges, and different opportunities. But while we can’t control the starting line, we do have a say in where we finish.Today’s guest is Jule Kim, executive coach, author, and speaker. Her journey has taken her through multiple careers, unexpected pivots, and years of helping people understand what it takes to create meaningful change in their lives.In this conversation, we talk about identity, confidence, finding the right people, and the choices that shape who we become. From overcoming imposter syndrome to building communities where people feel seen, heard, and valued, Jule shares practical wisdom on how to stop letting your past define your future.Show Flow00:37 Meet Jule Kim02:42 From Photographer to Pivot08:46 Passion Versus Excellence10:38 Finding Your True Thing20:27 Find Your People24:37 Active Listening Skills30:40 Be the Host Trick32:28 Imposter Syndrome Reveal43:01 Rewriting Your Inner Script53:10 Beginner Mind and Ego58:13 Karate Lesson on Self-Doubt01:03:01 Where to Find Jule01:07:18 Final ThoughtsFind out more about Jule Kim here:https://adviceactually.com/Follow Jule on LinkedIn here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/julekim/Listen and watch Jule’s Podcast here:https://julekim.com/sections/podcastsAnd grab a copy of Jule Kim’s Self Love Affirmations and Reflections deck here here on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CH1CL1C2/allbooks?ccs_id=6633dc55-77f1-474d-85ef-22fb1a9feab6And on her Instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/itsjulekim/This episode of The Blue Stiley Podcast is sponsored by Dubin Law Group—a firm built on gratitude, empathy, and compassion. Founded by Matthew Dubin, Dubin Law Group has been fighting for the rights of injured clients for decades. Learn more at dubinlawoffice.com

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AI Is Coming for Artists. Here’s What It Can’t Replace.

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What happens when AI can create artwork in seconds that once took artists weeks? Is the future of creativity in danger, or are we asking the wrong question?Today’s guest has created work for Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and some of the biggest brands in the world.In this conversation, Ryan Shumate explains what AI gets wrong about creativity, how artists can still build careers today, and why the thing that makes you unique may be the one thing technology can never replace.Show Flow00:44 Meet Ryan Shumate02:04 Early Spark and Tracing03:56 Jurassic Park Inspiration06:00 Family Support and Encouragement09:31 Finding Style Through Color11:45 Joy and Purpose in Creating17:36 Approval Process and Clients20:51 Imposter Syndrome and Growth28:16 First Big Break With Marvel32:10 Creative Magic and Fandom34:34 Staying Humble and Grateful36:01 Keep Knocking Forward37:21 Social Media Era Advantage38:29 AI Versus Human Soul42:53 Hype Bubbles and NFTs46:06 Using AI Without Losing Voice48:54 What Inspires the Posters53:31 Easter Eggs and Details55:05 Star Wars Favorites58:24 NDA Limits and Process01:00:22 Audacious Goals and Pay01:05:13 Creating From Spokane01:10:18 Advice and Where to Find Him01:14:51 Final Thoughts

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What Customers Really Remember About Your Business

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Most business owners think customers remember the service they provide.But more often, people remember how they were treated, how they felt, and the small details that made the experience stand out.Today’s guest is Shannon Thomas, co-owner of Save Your Glass Window Cleaning. Alongside her husband, she’s built a business around a simple mission: making Spokane sparkle while creating the kind of customer experience that turns first-time clients into lifelong advocates.This conversation explores what customers actually remember, why trust and consistency matter more than most people realize, and how the smallest moments can have the biggest impact on the way people talk about your business long after the job is done.Show Flow00:48 Meet Shannon Thomas02:58 Buying the Business04:18 Networking Superpower14:30 Selling by Educating18:15 Team Culture and Reviews23:08 Trust and Professionalism26:58 Hiring for Morale30:50 Strengths-Based Decisions36:37 Thank You Card Strategy39:19 Relationship Driven Referrals43:37 Owning Mistakes Fast48:54 Protecting Your Windows51:42 Power Couple Business Advice56:22 Final Thoughts

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