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Discover the art of Tom Fritz, a unique voice in the world of impressionism, at the 2025 Barrett Jackson show in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Known for his honest yet impressionistic portrayal of reality, Tom’s work revisits the vibrant motorcycle and automotive culture of 1960s and 70s Southern California.

His paintings, born from vivid childhood memories, blend colorful brushwork with simple, compelling compositions that carry a narrative charm. Join us as we delve into how Tom has brought this once-overlooked movement into the spotlight, celebrating the power, emotion, and beauty of an era through his art. He is the GOAT!

See all his work here: https://www.fritzart.com/

 

Once you’re done drooling over the impeccable work of Tom’s take a look at my stuff here: https://maddkstudio.com/

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Join us for an inspiring interview with Donna Wayman-Maurer, a dynamic self-taught artist known for her vibrant and flowing paintings that capture elegance, confidence, and sensuality. Born in Flint, Michigan, and raised in Las Vegas, she now calls Central California home. Donna’s art spans from detailed portraits to landscapes and has ventured into acrylic fluid art, blending realism with abstract elements. Her work, which includes award-winning pieces turned into posters, murals, and more, reflects her love for life’s beauty. As a mother of three and grandmother of fourteen, Donna emphasizes the therapeutic and communicative power of art, advocating for its inclusion in education to foster creativity and self-expression.

Check out her site and support working artists by purchasing their work: https://www.drawthelinedesignsart.com/shop-art

 

As long as art is on your mind, go to https://maddkstudio.com/ to purchase art from yours truly…

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Dutch-born artist Arthur Benjamins has significantly impacted the art world, particularly known for his pioneering use of enamel paints in motor racing art. His photo-realistic style has not only garnered attention in the UK, Japan, and Australia but has also influenced motoring artists worldwide since 1983. Self-taught, Benjamins has explored various genres, from Land-and-Water speed record-breaking art to abstract iconography, where he merges iconic images with minimalism. He’s also revived Neoplasticism, adding his unique textural and colorful touch. Now based in Peoria, Arizona, Benjamins is renowned for his “Desert Series,” capturing the beauty of Arizonian landscapes. His art, which includes limited edition prints, book covers, and appearances on national television, continues to captivate audiences, especially since his first USA exhibition in 2014.”

Check out his website, It’s outstanding: https://www.1pilgrimstudio.com/ And don’t forget to check out my artwork at: https://maddkstudio.com/

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Enjoy this interview from the 2025 Barrett Jackson Scottsdale event! Rachel Dory’s work is super unique and soothing. Her mastery of lighting and brushwork transforms a mundane scene into a familiar memory that seems so personal. She is also a joy to talk with! To see all her work and order, go to the website here: https://racheldory.com/

And be sure to follow her socials:

https://www.instagram.com/racheldory/… https://www.instagram.com/rd.car.art/…

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Today Christian and I talk with the great Matt Lostaglia of “Real Resilience” fame.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/@Real-Resilience

Matt is a veteran and family man who works with groups and companies to better work together via teaching practical personal communication skills. You should check out some killer videos on his YouTube channel! 

Enjoy the show! 

Brought to you by Maddkstudio.com

 

 

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In this podcast episode, Ken Madden and co-host Christian Rieck share an exciting discussion about the Nomad Net Marketplace, a new Facebook group dedicated to helping digital nomads buy and sell goods and services. With their insightful commentary and engaging banter, Ken and Christian highlight the many benefits of this new community, including its potential to connect like-minded individuals and foster new opportunities for growth and collaboration. Tune in for a fun and informative conversation about the future of digital nomadism and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead!

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Wow, this was eye-opening! Caleb Efurd joins me and we talk about what it’s like to be alone in a world of ideas.

Many people will tell you that you are nuts for pursuing what drives you. But are they actually the crazy ones???

Join us for free on the Nomad Network: https://my.nomadnetwork.app/signup/sNF5aY

Check out my art website at: https://maddkstudio.com/

Here are the books Caleb mentioned… “Stealing Fire” by Steve Kotler:

https://www.amazon.com/Stealing-Fire-Maverick-Scientists-Revolutionizing/dp/0062429663/ref=asc_df_0062429663/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312029822325&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9931366622586204342&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019020&hvtargid=pla-518847950637&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=61316180319&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312029822325&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9931366622586204342&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019020&hvtargid=pla-518847950637

“Deep Work” by Cal Newport: https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Work-Focused-Success-Distracted/dp/1455586692/ref=asc_df_1455586692/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14281960585672781149&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019020&hvtargid=pla-421604508630&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=64940825031&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14281960585672781149&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019020&hvtargid=pla-421604508630

“Bold” by Peter Diamandis:

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How to work with a design firm. What to expect and what to be prepared for. Product development is very rewarding but does have its ups and downs. Good people are key to success.

EP. 10 is with my friend Brad Flaherty from Rapid Interface and Light Droplet. Both are product development companies under one roof and man does his roof hold talents. from large format printing and design to complex electrical engineering and circuit board creation. We had a great conversation about design, clients and had a few laughs along the way. Hope you enjoy it!

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This I met Matt Bradley at the 2020 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota. He had ridden his motorcycle from Washington state and as we got talking, he seemed so familiar but I just couldn’t place it… as we got talking I realized the was Matt from Discovery Channel’s hit show “Deadliest Catch”! Over the last year or so we have stayed in touch and Matt was kind enough to come o with me and talk a bit about his journey in life. Matt is multi-faceted and I believe has a mindset that we could all learn from. So take an hour to get to know him and enjoy his outlook on life! It is inspirational! Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattbradleyonnw Deadliest Catch Show: https://go.discovery.com/tv-shows/deadliest-catch https://maddkstudio.com/ Motorcycle parts for Harley-Davidson: https://ciro3d.com/ https://www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com/

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 I met Matt Bradley at the 2020 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota. He had ridden his motorcycle from Washington state and as we got talking, he seemed so familiar but I just couldn’t place it… as we got talking I realized the was Matt from Discovery Channel’s hit show “Deadliest Catch”!

Over the last year or so we have stayed in touch and Matt was kind enough to come o with me and talk a bit about his journey in life.

Matt is multi-faceted and I believe has a mindset that we could all learn from. So take an hour to get to know him and enjoy his outlook on life!

It is inspirational!

Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattbradleyonnw

Deadliest Catch Show: https://go.discovery.com/tv-shows/deadliest-catch

Ken’s Website: https://maddkstudio.com/

Motorcycle parts for Harley-Davidson: https://ciro3d.com/

Sturgis Rally: https://www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com/