In this episode, Todd celebrates his annual “extra” birthday, and Tony talks about the Swamp of Sadness. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
In this episode, Todd and Tony return after a five-week hiatus, sharing their contrasting summer experiences. Tony recounts a cross-country road trip to Pullman, Washington, highlighting his daughter's quest for ice cream in every state and a couple of humorous road rage incidents, including a run-in with a speed limiter and an aggressive woman driver. He reflects on the vastness of the American landscape and his personal struggle with writing on the road. Todd discusses his recent break from so...
Todd has always been an original, but (I guess) not as intentionally as he is now. Tony has some thoughts on the tragedy that is the graduation ceremony. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
Tony and Todd return to discuss media production work outings in Ocean Pines and Austin and AI writing. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
Todd and Tony discuss the ins and outs of scraping by in a small market. Also, here are some of my favorite posts from the week: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
AI has gotten a lot better, and I’ve been open about using it to help me transcribe and organize otherwise impenetrable interviews. Every week I feed it the podcast and ask it to write a story and every week the machine fails to make heads or tails of what we’re getting at with this show. I’m kinda proud of that. This week, I told it to ignore Todd and just write a story based on me. Then I hit enter without uploading the transcript. (I’ll do Todd next week). Here is the exact AI prompt: Please ...
In this week’s episode, we have a surprise unboxing, some more funeral business stories, a Destination Delmarva update, and a gentle warning: If your tech guy uses a lot of jargon, he’s overcharging you. Come hang out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com...
* Dewey Beach Gears Up for Biggest Party of the Year (so far): * A multi-day event featuring live entertainment and performances by young Irish dancers, some of whom are competing in Dublin. * Substack Surge and the Return of Community: * Destination Delmarva on Substack: A growing online platform aimed at fostering community and sharing stories related to the Delmarva Peninsula, with a focus on participatory contributions from writers and creators. * The Evolution of Online Engagement: * The Re...
Marketing in the Digital Age (0:01:27 - 0:08:25) Importance of authenticity and relatability in marketing, regardless of industry. The rise of direct-to-consumer marketing using platforms like TikTok and YouTube. The use of concise pitch decks and testimonials to convey a company's value proposition. The Art of the Interview (0:12:33 - 0:18:28) The benefits of unscripted interviews for capturing genuine personalities. The interviewer's role in creating a comfortable environment. The editor's rol...
We've always been champions of the power of community and the potential charm of our region. Now, we're taking that passion a step further with the launch of a new digital space, a "soft opening" if you will, called Destination Delmarva . It's a place dedicated to showcasing the peninsula. This project feels like a return to our roots, a rediscovery of the original vision that fueled our work. We're aiming to capture the essence of Delmarva, sharing stories and experiences that resonate with bot...
If you have to Google whether a newspaper is still in print, why bother? Plus, Tony’s pitch for his new short series (coming in March) and the Dewey Beer festival. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
“Facebook or whatever platform is gonna tell you that you've had all of these people look at your s**t. But have they really?” ~ Todd DeHart “A combination of having a good community and having good content on a platform like Substack, I think, really could be the future.” ~ Todd DeHart "We're kind of entering, like, this new age where having a permanent commercial on something that's permanent starts to make more sense." ~ Tony Russo “Legitimate engagement is so much more valuable. It takes mor...
In this week's episode of Day Drinking on Delmarva, Tony talks funeral homes while, Todd explores AI automation, discussing tools like make.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
What if YouTube is intentionally making the upload process slow enough that you spend the rest of your day watching YouTube? It’s either that or the allure of forgetting a massive bout of depression. Tons of fun stuff this week. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com...
In this episode, Todd DeHart and Tony Russo explore the delicate balance between creative freedom and market demands, highlighting the importance of authenticity and the value of long-lasting brand awareness. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
In our latest installment, Todd DeHart and Tony Russo take you on a journey through the world of “viral” content, creative challenges, and intriguing controversies. Episode Highlights: * Short vs. Long-form Content: The Dilemma Todd and Tony unpack the fascination with short, viral content, questioning its value compared to more meaningful, long-form narratives. Tony shares his experience with surprisingly popular short YouTube videos showcasing his writing, while Todd marvels at the swift sprea...
Todd and Tony reconsider ways to lay off being so promote-y (which is why we never promote this show). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
In this episode, Todd discusses his upcoming panel talk at the Freeman Arts Pavillion, where he and Natalee will present “ Through the Lens: Focus on Capturing Moments .” Click the link to get tickets to a presentation that’s going to be worth seeing. Although we’ve been promising it for two weeks, this week we finally kind of deliver on the death in Delmar we’ve been teasing. Here are links to the stories in question, but Tony has written something longer here (don’t forget to subscribe to his ...
In this episode, Todd and Tony discuss the longterm benefits of consistency, Dewey Goes Pink, and rekindle “This Week in History” with a poem published in October, 1924 about the Wicomico Hotel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
In this week’s episode, Todd and Tony revive the “This Week in History” section of the podcast and discover that, in the 1920s, the region was referred to as the “ Del-Mar-Via Peninsula .” So this week in 1924, news broke of a plan by regional bigwigs to build a concrete highway between Pocomoke and Cape Charles and then establish ferry service across the Chesapeake. Spoilers: By the time the highway was done, they wanted a bridge instead. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss t...
As Tony continues to struggle with music made after 1985, he and Todd evaluate the acts from the upcoming “Oceans Calling” festival and then dig into the likes of “Jelly Roll” headlining “Country Calling” the following week. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
Todd and Tony talk about the difference between saying you’re good and being good and how it’s related to the difference between caring and saying you care (especially when you’re making stuff for people). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
Tony and Todd go long on why print ad reps don’t get how podcasting makes more sense. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
This week we dive into the challenges of working remotely, remotely, as Todd and Toney recount working on the road. Learn about the latest in video creation technology, top-notch hosts in Austin, and the art of staying productive while on the road. Cheers to the power of good acoustics and hosting skills that make you feel at home anywhere. Stay tuned for more on the joys of living and working on the Delmarva Peninsula, as we bring you real stories of life, culture, and entrepreneurship. It's al...
Yes, and awful title, but I got it out of the way. We’re talking pope fights and orange crushes. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
In the latest episode of Day Drinking on Delmarva, hosts Tony Russo and Todd DeHart delved into the intricacies of their working relationship, shedding light on the dynamics behind their successful podcast collaboration. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
Like any writer, AI is only as good as the person who makes sure its stories make sense. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
In this week’s episode, Todd and Tony talk about the continued need for at least acknowledging video and maybe making some. This is especially true for small businesses that don’t want to get bullied lower on search results. Plus, Tony has started hosting “ The PinesCast ” an interview show and the only official podcast of Ocean Pines. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com...
Delmar takes out the trash, Todd takes a dancefloor spill, and a Delmarva Shorebirds promise. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
This week we talk shoulder seasons, GenX empty-nesters, and how AI may open opportunities for people who make their own stuff. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com
