Indiegogo and crowdfunding go hand-in-hand. Since 2008, Indiegogo has been the goto platform for people with ideas that need help and guidance. Indiegogo is a launchpad for entrepreneurial ideas, but where is it heading? Mandelbrot explains. Indiegogo campaigns pair the freedom to tell your story your way with expert resources created by our team of strategists. Flexibility + empowerment = crowdfunding success.

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Approximately 1.2 million drones will be sold this holiday season, up 112% over 2015 but are they an appropriate gift? Whether for recreation or as a commercial drone pilot, the industry has exploded. Steve and Rick discuss the industry, safety, registration, education and laws with regard to drone operation. Recreational drone flight is fun but be aware of impacts to people and property. Enjoy the holidays and if you receive a drone for Christmas, be safe.

Thank God! The debates are over as the Presidential election is in its stretch drive. Millions and millions of people watched the three Presidential Debates. But does it matter. It is important for citizens to see candidates in a head to head discussion; however, does the content and context ever relate to the important issues and needs of our country? Over the decades, political debates have become more of a place of continual personal attacks rather than substance and discussion. ...

If you like legal thrillers that are edgy and gripping, then you will love Broken Promises. In this novel, break-out author, Nick Nichols, a long-time family law attorney, tackles all the spicy issues of divorce: adultery, addiction, power, and greed. The lead character’s error in judgment, namely, sleeping with his client, took him down a path that spiraled down into an abyss. The book serves as a cautionary tale for lawyers who might be similarly tempted. Nick Nichols has seen it all...

In light of the Colin Kaepernick National Anthem “Sit In”... Rick and Steve take a look at how people treat the National Anthem. Thursday night's preseason game between the San Francisco 49ers and the San Diego Chargers will be interesting to watch, but not really for the football. Many will tune in at 10 p.m. ET to see what happens when the national anthem plays at the game billed as the 28th Annual Salute to the Military. Will 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick continue his protest...

This week on Conversation Corner Rick is joined by former winner on the PGA Tour and golf broadcaster, Peter Jacobsen. They talk the 2016 US Open at Oakmont and Lexus in this exclusive interview.

In the past ten years technology has progressed further than any point in time but the question must be asked is it moving to fast? Technology directly impacts businesses, our employment, our personal interactions and lifestyle. In certain situations it is practicable to be on the cutting edge; however, do you truly need that new phone every year? In this episode of Conversation Corner we take a look at the fast moving industry from three perspectives; Business, personal value and...

The breakout star of the 2012 London Games was American swimmer, Missy Franklin. She broke through in a big way with four gold medals in the pool in London. Now, as she looks ahead to another successful outing at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Franklin is working with Minute Maid to honor champions of another kind: parents. Missy is incredibly close to her own parents, D.A. and Dick, and with Mother’s Day – then Father’s Day, she is encouraging people across the country to recognize a great...

There are award shows such as the Golden Globes and the CMA’s but what do they have in common with the Podcast Awards? Nothing. The Annual Podcast Awards are the people’s choice awards for a listener’s favorite. If you are a listener, there is no better way to say thank you then to nominate it for a Podcast Award. The Modern Life Network since 2007 has delivered content in many genres and the hosts have worked very hard to present it. We would love to have your nomination this year as...

Nominations for the 11th annual Podcast Awards begin April 15 through April 30 for your favorite Modern Life shows. We hope you will take the opportunity to nominate our shows in appreciation for the great content they produce. Waves of tech Busy Ladies Tech of Sports Linkedin Lady Social Solutions Pink Flamingo RV Radio

Nominations for the 11th annual Podcast Awards begin April 15 through April 30 for your favorite Modern Life shows. We hope you will take the opportunity to nominate our shows in appreciation for the great content they produce. Waves of tech Busy Ladies Tech of Sports Linkedin Lady Social Solutions Pink Flamingo RV Radio

Rick spent last week in Las Vegas at the Adobe Summit. This is a gathering of the "Digital Marketing World". Most people are familiar with Adobe for it's Photoshop and document management programs like Acrobat, Reader, eSign. But Adobe is the leader when it comes to digital marketing with products like: Analytics, Audience Manager, Campaign, Target, Primetime and more. Contact Information Email [email protected] Website https://modernlife.network

Rick spent last week in Las Vegas at the Adobe Summit. This is a gathering of the "Digital Marketing World". Most people are familiar with Adobe for it's Photoshop and document management programs like Acrobat, Reader, eSign. But Adobe is the leader when it comes to digital marketing with products like: Analytics, Audience Manager, Campaign, Target, Primetime and more. Contact Information Email [email protected] Website https://modernlife.network

The drivers in the various classes of NASCAR keep getting younger and younger. This week on “Conversation Corner”, Rick talks to two of these young drivers, both from the state of Georgia. Austin Hill runs his own team and drives in the Camping World Truck series, he is 21. Brandon Jones is driving full-time in the Xfinity Series and he’s 19.

The drivers in the various classes of NASCAR keep getting younger and younger. This week on “Conversation Corner”, Rick talks to two of these young drivers, both from the state of Georgia. Austin Hill runs his own team and drives in the Camping World Truck series, he is 21. Brandon Jones is driving full-time in the Xfinity Series and he’s 19.

In a sea of soft drink “Goliaths,” Cheerwine® is a “David.” The 99-year-old independent family-owned soft drink based in Salisbury, North Carolina is making waves among those who cherish the South thanks to its branded entertainment web series, “The Local Legend Project.” Last summer, Cheerwine’s Bo Stevenson (with the help of fans) set out on a mission to visit and meet legendary people and places across the American South and give them a national platform for sharing their stories.

In a sea of soft drink “Goliaths,” Cheerwine® is a “David.” The 99-year-old independent family-owned soft drink based in Salisbury, North Carolina is making waves among those who cherish the South thanks to its branded entertainment web series, “The Local Legend Project.” Last summer, Cheerwine’s Bo Stevenson (with the help of fans) set out on a mission to visit and meet legendary people and places across the American South and give them a national platform for sharing their stories.

Super Bowl 50, airs on Sunday, February 7. More than 110 million people will watch on TV, and millions more sports fans will listen to it on the radio, stream it live, or watch online sports commentators and highlight videos. Millions of people will also be attending Super Bowl parties. It’s really an unofficial holiday on the American calendar. Will you be watching? And will you be thinking back to the 49 previous Super Bowls and the great plays, commercials and endings.

Super Bowl 50, airs on Sunday, February 7. More than 110 million people will watch on TV, and millions more sports fans will listen to it on the radio, stream it live, or watch online sports commentators and highlight videos. Millions of people will also be attending Super Bowl parties. It’s really an unofficial holiday on the American calendar. Will you be watching? And will you be thinking back to the 49 previous Super Bowls and the great plays, commercials and endings.

Returning home from his second tour of duty in Iraq, Major Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, became painfully aware of the reality families face when a loved one in uniform is killed or wounded. Major Rooney committed to spend his life changing the future of America’s grieving spouses and children. In 2007, he formed the Folds of Honor Foundation; a 501C-3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the families of these...

Returning home from his second tour of duty in Iraq, Major Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, became painfully aware of the reality families face when a loved one in uniform is killed or wounded. Major Rooney committed to spend his life changing the future of America’s grieving spouses and children. In 2007, he formed the Folds of Honor Foundation; a 501C-3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the families of these...

The Consumer Electronics Show once again filled the Las Vegas hotels and convention center with journalist, manufactures and a view into the future. Rick attended CES and we take a look not from a product level discussion but the overall experience,trends and improvements CES has made. Listen to the show and gain an inside personal look at CES 2016.

The Consumer Electronics Show once again filled the Las Vegas hotels and convention center with journalist, manufactures and a view into the future. Rick attended CES and we take a look not from a product level discussion but the overall experience,trends and improvements CES has made. Listen to the show and gain an inside personal look at CES 2016.

The end of 2015 is nearing and what better way to go out then to recap some of the highlights of Conversation Corner's topics and guests. It has been a great year for the show and we are looking forward to the content coming in 2016. For everyone who listens, we are truly grateful. Merry Christmas and Happy new year from Rick and Steve.