The Apprenticeship Diaries

Ep 91. "Miss Vampira" Part 2 (An Interview with Mary Minahan)

Miss Vampira (Mary) is back with Part 2! Mary has been hustling her heart out to get into tattooing, ever since she got clear on what her heart really wanted in a career. Hey, those heart strings can pull us in many different directions. In Mary's case, she's moved from West to East coast. Not only that, but she's just getting started as she's in her first year of tattooing.
Make sure to follow Mary Minahan coined "Miss Vampira" on IG . You will not be disappointed.
Mary works presently at Red Baron Ink . When you check her out, you'll be blown away by her skill (side nod to Grant Lubbock, Mary's mentor). It shows that this gal has certainly been spending her nights working hard. (Hey, Vampires need to eat too!)
We know the audio of this podcast wasn't ideal, but we will have more time with Mary in the future. We've made plans. ;) In the meantime, thanks for touching back for Part 2. Let us know if there's any information that wasn't clear... we'd be happy to touch back and clarify. 
Miss Vampira... We thank you for the love and for this time. We couldn't be more honored!
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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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 90. "Miss Vampira" Part 1 (An Interview with Mary Minahan)

We are so proud of this interview. Miss Vampira (Mary) slipped into our DM's and told us how much she liked our podcast. WE were so honored and struck by her kind words, we just had to know more about this rising star... So we got her on the show. 
Mary Minahan coined "Miss Vampira" on IG when iPod touch was a thing and with that kick-ass name, she's been building one hell of a tattoo portfolio.
Mary works presently at Red Baron Ink and she's been tattooing for a year now. When you check her out, you'll be blown away by her skill (side nod to Grant Lubbock, Mary's mentor). It shows that this gal has certainly been spending her nights hustling. (Hey, Vampires need to eat too!)
Miss Vampira... We thank you for the love and for this time. It means so much to our baby podcast. This is just Part 1 and even when Part 2 is released, we know that there will be much more in store... We all have just begun!
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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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 89. "Apprenticeship and the Digital Age" (Reinventing Live Event)

So good, we felt it needed an episode all its own, here, on the Diaries. Kire Franklin and Amy met in MA for a live stream supported by Reinventing the Tattoo. We had a great time and wanted to make sure that everyone got the information. 
If you're new to the podcast, this is a good one to cut your teeth on. In many ways, our podcast has be culminating to this moment.
Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Kire Franklin (Rico sat this one out)
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
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 88. "Scouting" Part 2 (An Interview with Max Klein)

We hope everyone had an amazing Independence Day (4th of July for those non-Americans). 
What better way to wrap up the holiday than to check back in with Amy's interview with Max Klein; A special needs and neuro-diversities advocate for The Boy Scouts of America (who are now open to girls too). 
Thank you so much for your time and for work you do Max. We feel that good mentors are hard to come by and it's a wonderful thing to meet someone that has so much passion to aid the youth and their families; It's much needed. 
Keep doing all that you do. We look forward to your event with #stopthestigma in late August. Mental health awareness is much needed and we are so happy to know a direct influence for change. 
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
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.87 "Scouting" Part 1 ( An Interview with Max Klein)

Clubhouse is a new social app that is filled with potential. Rico and I have both joined and fallen in love with the wonderful people that we've met around the world there. Max Klein is one of the many awesome folks we've had the pleasure to meet there. 
Max captivated us right away and Amy set up an interview to highlight all the many things that Max is about; Predominately Max's work with the Boy Scouts of America and specifically being an advocate for the neurodiverse. 
You can find Max on IG and especially on Clubhouse (@maxkleinbsa). He's doing some really cool things with #stopthestigma and building towards an event in August. 
Thank you so much Max! We don't know who scouted who, but you're a gem man. We hope to shout you and your efforts, out in the episodes to come. Let's stop the stigma together. We are completely on board. 
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
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 86. "Tom, The Beast, Seest" Part 2 (An Interview with Tom Seest)

This is the wrap up of our time speaking to Tom Seest (a senior software engineer)and he's a pretty funny guy. Tom has led a very unconventional life so far. We are excited to see what's next for him; Our guess is a bike ride across America. No matter what he does, it's bound to be a route less traveled. 
You deserve a Monster Energy endorsement Tom! Fingers crossed they hear this amazing story of yours... your signature can could be neon green to white... The Beast Seest flavor? LOL.
If ever there was a story that challenges excuses, it's Tom's.
You are a beast Tom. Thank you so much! 
You can find Tom on IG, Facebook, Medium, Twitter, Substack, YouTube, and more... He's making his way coast to coast (literally and virtually). Tom also has an alias know as The Pun Guy, also found on Twitter, Substack, and YouTube . Tom is also on sites that this podcast doesn't know about yet... listen to the end and you'll be able to find Tom in all corners of the internet. 
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
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 85. "Tom, The Beast, Seest" Part 1 (An Interview with Tom Seest)

So, it's never been so hard to title an interview. In the end, we went with a common rhyme of Rico's... "Tom, The Beast, Seest." 
There's just too much to say about Tom Seest. Truly! From neon yellow, to curing heart disease. LOL... How do you break that down into a ditty? You don't... you just listen to this interview and like mining for gold, you'll find nuggets everywhere in what Tom has proven with his life; Tom was even kind enough to push through a bit of a cold for us. He is a Beast!
If ever there was a story that challenges excuses, it's Tom's.
You are truly remarkable Tom. Thank you so much! 
You can find Tom on IG, Facebook, Medium, Twitter, Substack, YouTube, and more... He's making his way coast to coast (literally and virtually). Tom also has an alias know as The Pun Guy, also found on Twitter, Substack, and YouTube
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
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 84. "Full Circle" Part 2 (An Interview with Casey Hart)

We know you've wanted to hear Part 2 (the conclusion of our time with Casey)
Just remember that the dream is built on small actions that lead to the bigger picture. Also, never underestimate a petite woman with a tattoo machine; She'll own her size, assume the name "Baby Hands", and then show that size never matters, but especially in being a baller tattoo artist.
Now, Casey found her way back to her roots (Matteo Ink in Westminster) and is able produce from a place of integrity. She's also involved in training the next generation of artist.
We are so proud of Casey! She's killing it in the tattoo game by following her heart and just keeping it real. Love watching her go. This is a must listen for anyone who aspires to tattoo. 
Find Casey on IG, Facebook, and give her a "Like" and "Follow". If you wish to work with this crazy, talented, artist, please visit her website and submit a tattoo request. 
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
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 83. "Full Circle" Part 1 (An Interview with Casey Hart)

Man... This was a fantastic time and it's only Part 1!
Amy sat down with the lovely, Casey Hart, of Matteo Ink, in Westminster, Maryland. In this interview, Amy was able to catch up with a friend who has grown so much in such a small amount of time (pardon the pun Casey) :) ;P :D. (Casey's nick name is Baby Hands because she's a petite human who creates wonders with small paws).  
Like most, 2020 had Casey re-examine what was important and probed her to make some moves for her life and career. All in all, she decided to reconnect with her roots and produce from a place of integrity. 
We are so proud of Casey! She's killing it in the tattoo game by following her heart and just keeping it real. Love watching her go. This is a must listen for anyone who aspires to tattoo. 
Find Casey on IG, Facebook, and give her a "Like" and "Follow". If you wish to work with this crazy, talented, artist, please visit her website and submit a tattoo request. 
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
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 82 "That Car Guy" Part 2 (An Interview with Ken Madden)

Here it is listeners: Part 2 of the tail of Ken Madden. We know that it was hard to wait another week for the conclusion. Hopefully, in the background, you all have been looking Ken up and finding his personal exploits on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn... he's worth a "follow" and a "subscribe" wherever you might find him. 
Seriously, Ken's like us and we could have kept talking for another 3 hours but we figure that we are all creating and growing (the ambitious people we are) and we would just touch base later, as we are all creative friends.
This relationship started on the Nomadic Network. Please check out this amazing network of creators. Jason Stapleton is such a great connector. If you've been trying to turn up what you're doing and push back on some excuses in your life, we recommend Jason and his tutelage.   
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
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!