Episodes
Feb. 21, 2025
76: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Taekwondo Master Joseph Lupo Jr.
Toys & Tech of the Trade is slowly getting things back to normal with consistency at the forefront. It is only fitting that Rich sit down with a true embodiment of consistency and discipline in Taekwondo Master Joseph Lupo Jr...
Oct. 20, 2024
75: Overcoming Challenges: Starting a Studio and Staying Consistent in Podcasting
After a lengthy hiatus, Toys & Tech of the Trade is back! What has been happening with the podcast and RAGE Works, and what’s Rich been up to? All that gets answered in this week’s episode, plus we get some insights into Toys...
July 27, 2024
Rich Stops By The Play Big Faster Podcast
Toys & Tech of the Trade x Play Big Faster While Toys & Tech of the Trade is on hiatus, Rich is still making the podcast rounds. He stopped by the Play Big Faster Podcast to discuss podcasting and much more. Here is the full ...
Sept. 11, 2023
74: Content Creator Roundtable With Corey Gumbs & Matt Kaplowitz
This week's episode of Toys & Tech of the Trade was a far departure from our usual episodes as Rich is joined by Corey Gumbs from the Black Podcasters Association and Matt Kaplowitz from Nerd News Today and Trek Untold for a ...
Sept. 3, 2023
73: Strengthening the Podcasting Community: Lessons from our Queens Event
We're back! Rich fires up the mics and shares the latest RAGE Works and Toys & Tech of the Trade updates, including the recent event Rich organized alongside Corey Gumbs from the Black Podcasters Association and Lee Uehara fr...
June 17, 2023
72: The Brighter Side Of Suffering. Where Things Are & Where They're Going
So what's been going on with Rich, Toys & Tech of the Trade, and RAGE Works? This quick episode answers those questions and updates fans and listeners on what comes next. It was an emotional conversation that hopefully will h...
March 18, 2023
71: Unlocking the Toys and Tech of Jason Skeesick's Trade: From Soldier to Entrepreneurial Evangelist
Unlocking the Toys and Tech of Jason Skeesick's Trade: From Soldier to Entrepreneurial Evangelist After a long hiatus, Toys & Tech of the Trade is back, and this week's guest is a man of many talents. Jason Skeesick is a form...
Dec. 19, 2022
Toys & Tech of The Trade 2022 Gift Guide
2022 Toys & Tech of the Trade Holiday Gift Guide The holidays are upon us, so it is time for the Toys & Tech of the Trade 2022 holiday gift guide. This year is a bit different, and Rich has tons of recommendations that will s...
Nov. 11, 2022
70: The Adventures Of Matthew Stibbe
In a world where profits come before people, Matthew Stibbe strives to be different and lead differently. His conversation with Rich not only touched on his fantastic resume in the gaming and later tech industry and how both ...
Oct. 4, 2022
69: Underdog Showcase: Austin Bellino
Getting Schooled By Austin Bellino Fellow Underdogs group member Austin Bellino joins Rich for this week's Toys & Tech of the Trade. Austin is not only a fellow podcaster but a world citizen, thanks to his teaching work. Rich...
Sept. 19, 2022
68: Getting Wise With Stuck In My Mind Podcast's Wize
Rich recently stopped by the Stuck In My Mind Podcast and had a great conversation with Wil, aka Wize, the show's host. The conversation went so well that Rich wanted to introduce Wize and his work to the Toys & Tech of the T...
Sept. 6, 2022
67: Long Island Networkers Spotlight: Sarah LaValle
This post-Labor Day edition of Toys & Tech of the Trade Rich welcomes Sarah LaValle, owner of Simple Sweet Sites, to the show. Sarah is a web designer and content creator who creates unique white-label websites on the Wix pla...
Aug. 22, 2022
66: Freelance Writing Freedom With Terri Huggins
Thanks to Lunchclub for allowing Terri and Rich to connect and deliver a tremendous episode of Toys & Tech of the Trade. Terri Huggins is an award-winning journalist, freelance writer, public speaker, fitness instructor, and ...
Aug. 8, 2022
65: Leveling Up Your Life & Business With Nicky Billou
Thanks to Podmatch for connecting us with this week's guest Nicky Billou. Nicky helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses; experts become thought leaders, and much more. In addition to all those great skills, Nicky is a best...
June 27, 2022
64: Staying Cool With Gradient CEO Vince Romanin
Staying Cool With Gradient CEO Vince Romanin This week Rich sits down with Vince Romanin, CEO of Gradient. Gradient is a new company working towards revolutionizing heating and cooling by creating better solutions for the pla...
June 13, 2022
63: Rich Stops By The Tom Marino Show
Toys & Tech of the Trade host Rich Butler stops by the Tom Marino show to talk podcasting and share a bit of the RAGE Works origin story. The episode was broadcast live on June 9, 2022, on Long Island News Radio 103.9. You ca...
April 30, 2022
62: Long Island Networker's Adam Hurd
We continue to showcase great communities by kicking off the brand new Long Island Networker's series of episodes. Technically we started the series unofficially with Coach Danny D, but in this week's episode, we welcome the ...
April 17, 2022
61: The Handcrafted Story Of Painted In Blue w/ Josiesboy
In this week's episode of Toys & Tech Of The Trade, Rich welcomes back Josiesboy. Josiesboy is currently building his brand, Painted In Blue; and shared stories about the brand's origins and his journey as an artist and offer...
April 2, 2022
60: Underdog Showcase: Leah Spasova
In this week's episode of Toys & Tech Of The Trade, Rich sits down with Leah Spasova, CEO of LIFESEXPERTS and Instructor and course creator at Bin Burnout and Thrive . Leah is a psychologist specializing in sex and relationsh...
March 6, 2022
59: Rich's Networking Adventure
Networking Is Not A Four Letter Word! With the specter of COVID-19 in the rearview to an extent, Rich checked out some local networking events organized by the Long Island Networkers. Unlike the usual networking events, these...
Feb. 20, 2022
58: Underdog Showcase: Anna Fitzgerald
Toys & Tech of the Trade continues to showcase the talented individuals from within Noah Kagan's Underdog community, and this week Rich sits down with Anna Fitzgerald. She has had a unique journey when it comes to her career....
Feb. 6, 2022
57: Coach Danny DelVecchio Reinventing Sales One Post At A Time
Massive shoutout to Travis from Pod Decks for putting Coach Danny on our radar! This week Rich sits down with Danny DelVecchio, who has leveraged social media, particularly Instagram, as a vehicle to grow his business. Danny ...
Jan. 23, 2022
#56: Underdog Showcase: John Hill
Thanks to Noah Kagan, the Underdog community that came together has been a huge source of inspiration for Rich. He wanted to show his appreciation to the group and its members by sharing their stories. We kick off the series ...
Dec. 26, 2021
#55: Podcasting With Pod Vader
Toys & Tech of the Trade closes out a crazy 2021 with podcast industry luminary Jay "Pod Vader" Soderberg. Jay has had a stellar career in podcasting. Jay was the leading producer behind ESPN's podcast presence. He was also t...