After QUITE the hiatus, the Zephyr is back with a brand-new episode, catching up from an early-Covid 2020 interview with one of my professors from the University of Illinois at Springfield, Professor Elizabeth Ribarsky. Beth has a passion for Communication and how to convey new information to her students with Dating and Sexual Communication in cre…

In a fantastic conversation about life, inspiration, and giving back to helping youth develop, I had the opportunity to sit for a chat with Grammy winner, educator, and philanthropist Ulysses Owens, Jr. We dive deep into what started his musical passions and endevours, what musical awards mean to him, and the organization that he and his family sta…

Ryan Riek of the Jewelry Replacement Source out of Phoenix, Arizona allowed me an evening of great conversation to discuss his profession and experience in the jewelry business. We not only talk about his transformation of a beloved small business into a nationally known and respected success story, but also our philosophies of customer care and as…

I was lucky enough to get a chat with a most wonderful lady, Miss Henna Khemani. Henna is a professional concierge in Chicago and provides some fantastic insight with her education and training in hotel hospitality. If it's from the front of the house to the kitchen and dabbling in theater, its all about providing guests with the best possible expe…

I had the opportunity to have an amazing conversation with award-winning tailor out of London, Jorden Barrett. Jorden talks about her inspiration with haute couture to create her own tailor business after pursuing her work through training on Saville Row and how her experience has shaped her views on consultations, how custom can make people feel, …

In dark and difficult times, professional or personal, sometimes having faith that things will come around and be better is more important than we think.My friend, Kennysha Dumas, is a minister that shares how she learned to keep a positive mindset and works to inspire the same in others when struggling, in a depression, or having self-confidence i…

Mo Maali of Patina Cigars returns as a small business surviving in unexpected, strange times. We talk the development of new product, how customers shop and buy, and how the quarantine teaches people to think and produce differently. After that, just some good, old fashioned bullshit over life with a pandemic with a great, Chicago-based buddy. www.…

In this episode, my friend, Heather Miller, returns with her newest installment of Color Me Pretty to give a tutorial and overview of makeup foundations.In my main event, I feature Aberlour Brand Ambassador Callum O'Donnell who chats with me about his travels, career, and provides an overall synopsis of whiskey knowledge and how newcomers can appro…

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Following up with Alec Bradley and a new direction for the company, Alec Rubin chats with me following his growing up in the cigar industry and his experiences with phenomenal new blends as well as developing his own palette. Take a look at Alecandbradley.com for info on their limited release, Blind Faith, and their newest release, Gate Keeper!…

Owner and founder, Chiara To chats with me as my first international guest! We discuss her namesake company for empowerment and service to girls and women through her amazing dance clothing and the proceeds from which that are given to assisting victims of abuse.Mental health, physical well-being, and service to community by this Lady Entrepreneur …

Great friend and author Kale Lawrence chats with me about her life and professional inspirations that lead her to writing her own fictional novel! Her advice to others considering their own publications, life experiences, and her suggestions and advice to other first-time writers. She also shares some other special, exclusive announcements for her …

My first venture with Style Zephyr into food and beverage features one of Chicago's best rooftop bars, Drumbar in the historic Gold Coast. Beverage Director Gary Matthews chats with me about his career, culinary inspirations, and developments of cocktail recipes. A great conversation! www.stylezephyr.com…

In my first time featuring a restaurant, I am joined with Mr Frank Ruffolo of Franco's Ristorante in Bridgeport, the heart of the southside of Chicago. Frank sheds light on family history, his experience in the industry, and his beliefs in what it takes to maintain a successful experience for dining customers.www.francoschicago.comwww.stylezephyr.c…

Supporting another small, local business near Phoenix, Arizona, Lee from WSP made time for me to chat about his company and making premium shaving soaps, balms, and beard care products and their accessories. If you're looking to up your shave game, listen to his fantastic tips and suggestions and help support another "mom 'n pops" business this hol…

I finally get to sit with clothiers and business owners, Mike Bernsten and Chris Flores, of the Gentleman's Cooperative and Penthouse 111, We discuss customer experience in this luxury service and event venue and what it takes to start a new clothing company in a 2018 digital world.Af Style Zephyr

Part 2 of the Heart and Soul Collection!This episode features friend and fitness coach Kat Secor on her first contribution to the show for making a goal list on weight loss! You can get more information and advice on living better at her website, katsecor.com. Re-visiting our appreciation of travelling bands and their respective genres, Mr Dave Dow…

The coolest tunes at the hottest time of the year!The Heart and Soul Collection partners StyleZephyr.com with Chicago's own Rhythm Rockets, who have been jamming across Chicago for over 20 years!Mr. Dave Downers talks about musical style as a way of life as well as a career. The education and training that goes along with it, the creative outlet it…

Style Profile will be limelighting various influential style and fashion icons from designers to inventors and everyone in between.First up, is one of my favorite designers, Mr. Tom Ford. Hear a summary of his life, career, movie endeavors, and what makes him "styled".www.stylezephyr.comTrue to YouAf Style Zephyr

The Road to Esteli continues and this episode features Alec Bradley Cigar Company's Director of Sales and Marketing, Jonathan Ross Lipson. Jonathan sheds light on some philosophy for newer smokes on palates, pairings, and everything inbetween. We also hear some road stories and other going-ons within the company.Additionally, Heather Miller returns…

I took a few minutes to provide a new philosophy and mindset on those that shop. Many folks don't like to shop or try on clothing or know what makes them happy and they stick to it-to their credit. Based on personal experiences, this is why I wanted to help folks that had questions for me and reached out personally, which made me decide to extend m…

Celebrating ladies! I had the opportunity to chat with professional body builder, paintballer, and just awesome person Katherine "Kat" Secor. Kat talks about her personal struggles and what led her her to regaining her personal happiness and confidence as a female breaking stigmas, a business owner, and a fitness coach and expert. This episode is b…

Antique Style is as much a style as clothing and fashion and it tells a story all its own. I get to sit down with Mr. Gary Domzalski of Affordable Antiques and More and we get a wonderful insight into his career and the past, present, and future of the antique market and how it brings family stories to the forefront to nurture a community.…

My friend and licensed make-up artist Heather Miller returns with a quick make-up tip from Color Me Pretty. Additionally, we're on the Road to Esteli Series and I get to chat with Bradley Rubin of the Alec Bradley Cigar Company. We discuss the family business and his learning and training, philosophies between he and the company, and discussing new…

I get to sit down with my friend, Heather Miller, and she sheds some great light into the career and inspiration in cosmetics. From her personal training and musing to advice to other aspiring individuals!Af Style Zephyr

Living Legends X was the biggest paintball event in the Midwest of 2017. This is my take on folks welcoming me back with my new career and my views and philosophy on personal style and "marketing" on and off the field..Af Style Zephyr

Kevin gives a brief, philosophical outlook on shoe styles and when to where what kind of dress shoe and for which type of occasion.Af Style Zephyr

We're back and Arthur takes the helm on Shirts/Cuffs/Collars 101!Af Style Zephyr

In episode 2, Kevin and Arthur discuss their own style evolution and what has inspired them over the years. What inspirations have moved you to develop your style, fit, and feel with your own fashion and style interpretation?Af Style Zephyr