The Apprenticeship Diaries

Ep 104. ”God Guided” (Part 1 of our Interview with Linette Ramos De Soto)

You are in for a treat Diary Listeners because this is a 3 part series with a very cool lady. Linette Ramos De Soto is an author, owner of Breads & Threads Handmade in Flint, MICH and a professional "Chicken Lady" (She owns and operates her own 'mini' farm). 
From the first time we heard Linette, on Clubhouse, we knew we connected with this woman. She's funny and at the same time, holds a high ethical standard for all that she does. It's a rare thing in this world to meet someone with the kind of faith and confidence that our friend Linette has. She's come out on top through hard work, faith in God and overall, being a voice of love and reason. Her story is truly unique. 
Since we did this recording, Linette has won an Art Achievement Award for Minority-Owned Business in Flint, MICH. Please be sure to check out her magazine as well: Breads & Threads the Magazine (Yup... Linette has her own magazine). Linette's magazine is all about empowering women and minorities to make their business dreams come true; So Linette even does business coaching: https://www.breadsnthreads.shop/start-your-business-journey
Beyond this interview series, please check out Linette's book, "Ramblings of a Chicken Lady". We feel that every home should have a copy. 
Thank you Linette! You're an amazing person to know and call friend.  
Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
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If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
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Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!
 
 
 
 
 

Ep 103. ”Jedi Master Steve” (Part 3 of Amy‘s Interview with Steve Cochran)

Okay... So, right out the gate, we know Steve is going to blush when he sees the title of this episode... Own it and feel the force Steve! We all have doubts but the force is strong with you. Moreover, there's lessons learned in what others label us; They sometimes can see more than we can. 
Steve Cochran  is a manager and artist of Reckless Heart Tattoo in Greenville, SC. He's a wonderful guy and Amy had a great time meeting him (Rico wasn't available...shame, but we persevered).
Thank you Steve. We'll be coming to visit in the flesh at some point, or, if it happens at a convention sooner, be prepared for a big hug from both of us. 
Hosts: Just Amy Nicholls this time (Rico and Steve exclusive in the future.)
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
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We are on these listening platforms: 
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Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
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Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

Ep 102. ”The Real Artist In Me” ( Part 2 of Amy‘s Interview with Steve Cochran)

Last time, we learned about how Steve got going in the tattoo world... Not the most savory of places he admits. Hey, when the light comes in, it can only be seen clearly in the darkest of places.
Steve Cochran resides in Greenville, SC and manages Reckless Heart Tattoo. Having had a very unusual beginning, Steve truly cares about legacy; About how he impacts the world around him. Steve's gone through a lot of living. He's witnessed more than the average and knows what tattooing has done for him. Because of what Steve's experienced, he now aids in the coaching/education of other artists. (He just had one baby bird take flight into her own career.)
Some things to note:
The quote that Amy pointed out (the one about pain being transformed or transmitted) was said by Richard Rohr. 
The artist, both Amy and Steve discussed, who does hand painted calligraphy, is @deliavico... Check out both references as these are people to know. :)
 Thank you so very much Steve. We now have our time set with Rico and Tattoo-Steve ... This will be fun!!!
 Hosts: Just Amy Nicholls this time (Rico and Steve exclusive in the future.)
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
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 Amazon
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Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com
Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!

Ep101. ”Reformation” (Part 1 of Amy‘s interview with Steve Cochran)

This was an amazing 3 Part interview and we can't wait to share it with you!
Steve Cochran is an amazing guy, artist, manager, and undoubtedly, father. Steve resides in Greenville, SC and manages Reckless Heart Tattoo. He's not only gone through his own unique apprenticeship, but now helps apprentice other aspiring tattoo artists. 
Steve has been a lot of places and experienced so much more than the average human, let alone, tattoo artist. He's truly worthy of having a book of his life written... and the amazing thing is that his life isn't even over yet; So many adventures await.  
Thank you so very much Steve. We will be hitting you up to do an exclusive interview with you and Rico. Sorry he missed you this time. This exclusive has to happen because it will assuredly be the most fun podcast we've ever done. 
 Hosts: Just Amy Nicholls this time (Rico and Steve exclusive in the future.)
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
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 Amazon
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Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
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Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!
 
 

Ep 100. ”The Knowing” (Part 3 of our Interview with Terrie Christine)

How perfect is it that the last part of our time with Terrie Christine marks our 100th episode. We're only sorry that we were delayed in this post, but as Terrie says, energy is everywhere. We also believe that everything happens in it's own time. 
If this podcast resonates would have to recommend Terrie's great book: "The Secret Power of You." You can get your copy on  Amazon . The book is the perfect bite of not only Terrie's experience, but what might help others find their true powers.
We are so grateful for your time Terrie. Thank you so very much. 
You can find Terrie Christine on FB, IG, YouTube; Please be sure to like, follow, subscribe, and if you're really cool, you'll write reviews and share. Sharing is the best because as we said up top, it ripples further than can be imagined... you might just save a life. 
 Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
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iTunes or iHeartRadio
 Amazon
Stitcher
Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com
Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!
 
 

Ep 99. ”The Love Bubble” ( Part 2 of our Interview with Terrie Christine)

Terrie Christine is an Intuitive Energy Healer and Psychic Medium. This is the second half of our discovery of how Terrie realized that she needed to not only pursue another career path, but change her life entirely. "Love will come," says the universe. 
If this podcast resonates, we recommend you start your healing , go to Amazon and get your copy of Terrie's book, "The Secret Power of You". The book is foundational and might excite you more for (not only) the conclusion of this interview next week, but your own future self.
We are so grateful for your time Terrie. Thank you so very much. 
You can find Terrie Christine on FB, IG, YouTube; Please be sure to like, follow, subscribe, and if you're really cool, you'll write reviews and share. Sharing is the best because as we said up top, it ripples further than can be imagined... you might just save a life. 
 Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
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iTunes or iHeartRadio
 Amazon
Stitcher
Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com
Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!
 
 
 
 
 
 

Ep 98. ”I Am” (Part 1 of our Interview with Terrie Christine)

This is a podcast you'll not want to miss Diary Listeners. Terrie Christine is an Intuitive Energy Healer and Psychic Medium. This is certainly one of the most unique professions that this podcast has had the pleasure of learning about. It was certainly powerful. 
If you would like to do as Amy did and catch up to the story, please go to Amazon and get your copy of Terrie's book, "The Secret Power of You". If you don't buy it before the rest of the interview unveils, we feel certain you'll want to check it out after. It could very well save your life. 
We are so grateful for your time Terrie. Thank you so very much. 
You can find Terrie Christine on FB, IG, YouTube; Please be sure to like, follow, subscribe, and if you're really cool, you'll write reviews and share. Sharing is the best because as we said up top, it ripples further than can be imagined... you might just save a life. 
Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
Spotify
iTunes or iHeartRadio
 Amazon
Stitcher
Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com
Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!
 
 
 
 
 
 

Ep. 97 ”Power to the Parents” (A meet with EJ Tron of Unmask the Kids)

This was a wonderful meeting of minds. Amy met with EJ Tron of Unmask the Kids. This connection really started long before Unmask the Kids, as Amy has tattooed and done art for EJ's family since the early 2000's. Talk about legacy and community connection!
In this episode, we are publicly voicing our rejection of mask mandates. In truth, we reject mandates of any kind when it gets in the way of personal freedom, but this is specifically about masking children.
Every once in a while, it's important to declare a position. The members of this podcast try very hard to be transparent and open with who we are. We take pride in showing our passions and vulnerabilities. We believe that it is the best way to move forward authentically.
If you feel the same as EJ and this podcast, please reach out to EJ. She is on Instagram as @ej_tron and is the administrator of the Unmask the Kids group on Facebook (1.9K members to date). Also, EJ has created lovely shirts for the group, and if you would like one, please message or DM EJ. She will not stop in her fight for the children and all funding will go towards supporting the mission to unmasking children at school. 
Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
Spotify
iTunes or iHeartRadio
 Amazon
Stitcher
Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com
Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Ep 96. ”Body Signs” (Part 2 of our Interview with Chris Keller)

In this second part, we learn how passionate Chris is about his art. It's incredible when we find the thing in life to keep pushing for. Of course, our families and loved ones, but it could be the hope and need to paint again. 
Thank you so very much for this time Chris. We can't wait to visit, see your studio, watch the stars and find one more human to keep being inspired by. 
Chris is the owner and operator of Kellers Sign Shop in Hagerstown, MD. If you're local, you probably already know Chris, but if you're out of state or country, you can find him on the internet: IG, Facebook Email Chris at: kellerssigns@gmail.com
Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
Spotify
iTunes or iHeartRadio
 Amazon
Stitcher
Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com
Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!
 
 
 
 
 
 

Ep 95. "What's in a Sign?" (Part 1 of our Interview with Chris Keller)

Chris Keller is a stellar guy. He's the owner and operator of Keller's Signs in Hagerstown, MD.  In this two part series, we really get to know Chris. He's a man of high integrity and it's clear that he really cares about what he puts his mind and hands to. 
This episode chronicles how Chris got going, who his mentors have been, and his views on the profession as he's climbed in the industry as a name. 
Chris is a key component to not only his own personal brand, but many other brands too. What's in a sign?... Listen and find out how much care goes into this profession that's been passed down for generations.
Like his page on FB too... Let's give him some love. :)
Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano
Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn)
New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn )
OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com)
*If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us!
Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries
You can find us currently on:
IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries
FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries
Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries
We are on these listening platforms: 
Spotify
iTunes or iHeartRadio
 Amazon
Stitcher
Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it! 
If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at: 
theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com
Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time, and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!