Rochester Rising Podcast

Amplifying stories of Rochester, MN entrepreneurs through original, insightful content.

Rochester Rising Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Rochester Rising, with 81 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Rochester Rising hosts Rochester Rising Podcast, a business show with 81 episodes published.

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  Rochester Rising Episode 333: Denise Frey of 4Youth LLC

  Apr 29, 2026—S0

  <p >Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Denise Frey, of 4Youth LLC, a professional drug prevention program. </p><p >If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.</p><p >Learn more about 4Youth LLC. </p><p >Donate</p>

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  Rochester Rising Podcast Episode 332: Dara Kautx of Socius Design Shop & Lifestyle Boutique

  Mar 18, 2026—S0

  <p >Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Dara Kautz, owner of Socius Design Shop & Lifestyle Boutique. Thanks for listening! </p><p >If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.</p><p >Learn more about Socius Design Shop & Lifestyle Boutique. </p><p >Donate</p>

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  Rochester Rising Podcast Episodes 331: Ginger and Kennis Knapp of Ama La Vita

  Feb 18, 2026—S0

  <p >Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Ginger and Kennis Knapp,  who own and run a local boutique, Ama La Vita. Thanks for listening! </p><p >If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.</p><p >Learn more about Ama La Vita. </p><p >Donate</p>

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  Episode 330: Grassroots Growth Observations with Amanda Leightner

  Nov 26, 2025—S0

  Episode 330: Grassroots Growth Observations with Amanda Leightner <p >Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local business owners and insights into our loca

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  Rochester Rising Podcast Episode 329: Becky Montpetit of Rochester Local

  Nov 12, 2025—S0

  <p >Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Becky Montpetit,  owner of Rochester Local - a blog featuring content on everything from locally-focused resources and guides to parenting, parks, camps, schools, product reviews, local activities, events round-ups, and more. Thanks for listening! </p><p >If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.</p><p >Learn more about Rochester Local. </p><p >Donate</p>

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