The Seasons Podcast with Riley Winter

My guest today is a friend of mine and one of Rapid City’s most distinguished professionals Tracy Bernard. Tracy is the owner of Tout Advertising, the founder of the iconic Black Hills Woman magazine, and today we discuss her journey of the formation of that publication, the lessons she learned along the way, and what is next for her in this stage of her life. I hope you enjoy.

Today is a special & fun episode. My guest today is my oldest & longest friendship, Emily Harris. Emily & I have been friends since Kindergarten at Meadowbrook Elementary. Today's episode is full of 90's & Early 2000's nostalgia. We are talking about some of our favorite memories, stories, as well as the basis of friendship, the qualities that make up a good friend, and what it's like to be a friend in today's world. Thank you for listening! 

Another Monday, thank you as always for tuning in and listening! My guest today is a new friend of mine, Amanda Williams, an Interior Designer and Owner of ACW Design Studio, here in the Black Hills. The conversation today is a unique one, as this was Amanda & I’s first time meeting in person, so our conversation really is getting to know each other. An incredibly talented & gifted designer, you would be surprised the number of buildings you drive by every day that she designed. Being a business owner is of course fun & exciting, but certainly comes with it’s challenges, but I think Amanda has got to have one of the coolest jobs around. Check out our conversation, and thank you for listening.

Another Monday & I am excited for today’s conversation! My guest today is a friend of mine, DJ Marek, a DJ & Master of Ceremonies here in the Black Hills! Marek is a close friend & fellow wedding professional! Today’s conversation highlights all the best qualities of Marek, the details of his job & aspects most people don’t think about. Marek is one of the leading DJ’s in the area, a voice that is instantly recognized, I think listening today you’ll understand exactly why he’s meant to do what he does. Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Monday Guys! Thanks for stopping by! This week the weather is so nice, I hope you get a chance to go out and about to enjoy where we live! My guest today is my friend and fellow wedding vendor, Tia Berens, owner & founder of the Barn at Aspen Acres. Tia’s story is a story of adaptation, learning from experiences, events and the people and places around us. Tia & her beautiful venue have skyrocketed in the last few years, and the Barn is one of the most treasured venues in the area. Take a listen to her story, thanks for stopping by.

Happy Monday Guys! Daylight savings time is in effect, we have sprung forward, as Spring is here soon! Hope you set your clocks accordingly. With the nice weather this week, it is so fitting for who I am speaking to today. My guest today is my friend Vicki Bierman of Victoria’s Garden, a Floral Company here in Rapid City. Vicki is an icon in our community, with one of the most successful, and longest lasting businesses in downtown Rapid City. She brings joy to everyone she meets, and I was so glad to have a conversation with her to share with all of you. Vicki’s story is about trusting one’s intuition, planning ahead, spreading light & positivity, and looking towards the next adventure in life. Thanks for stopping by and listening.

My guest today is my wife Megan Winter. I first saw Megan when she was 14 and I was 18, she was a Freshman & I was a Senior in high school. From there on out we were continually drawn back to one another, inevitably falling in love & getting married. We have experienced so much life together, and I wanted to share a little about our story this past year, the high’s & lows, and we have joined a new club that we didn't know we would be initiated into. Wanted to give you a little glimpse into the Winter Home, thanks for listening.

My guest today is Angelica Wojtanowicz. Angelica is a personal friend of mine, a previous owner of one of Rapid City’s most successful boutiques ShangriLa, and currently a Real Estate agent here in town. Angelica’s story is about tackling life’s daily challenges, juggling parenting & a career, and pivoting when one needs a change in their life, recognizing when one chapter is ending and another is beginning. She is a beautiful example of knowing when it’s time to pursue your next dream. Check out her story, and thank you again for listening.

My guest today is Kat Hastings, a NICU Nurse and a personal friend of Megan & I’s. Kat was a bridesmaid in our wedding, and through knowing her the last couple years, I have been so honored that she felt safe enough with me to tell me her story. It is an incredibly personal message, a topic not everyone talks about, but I think it’s important to share. Take a listen, and thanks for stopping by.

My guest today is Sharon Scheef-Wilkinson, of Morning Star Visions here in Rapid City. Sharon’s own story is a story of perseverance, persistence, and overcoming life’s obstacles, to find the reason behind one’s purpose. This past year I witnessed something that changed my life. I kept it private for a long time, and with the help of Sharon for many months, I am able to talk to you about it today. I hope you enjoy.

My guest today is Lisa Evans, my high school Photography Teacher at Stevens High School. Lisa’s story is a story of growth, not just within her classroom, but also the Giant Pumpkins she grows. She has a light about her, that continually inspires & pushes the students & people she encounters. She is a gift to her community, a leader to her students, & it was in her classroom that I was inspired to do what I do today. I hope you listen to Lisa’s story & reflect back on those who inspired you originally to get to where you are in this Season of LIfe. Thanks for listening & enjoy.