The Tootie Show

10/17/2025

🌾 Bringing Back the Trade of Trust — One Meal, One Skill at a Time

Bartering isn’t broken we just forgot how to use it.

Once upon a time way back before dollars and debit cards ruled the world people traded what they had to survive and thrive.
A farmer brought eggs to the blacksmith in exchange for new horseshoes.
The baker swapped bread for candles.
A tailor mended clothes for baskets of vegetables from the garden.

It wasn’t called business it was called community. It was respect, value, and connection rolled into one. People didn’t just buy from each other they relied on each other. Everyone’s skill mattered because everyone brought something to the table.

Now look around today.
We work long hours, pay for meals during shifts, and watch grocery prices climb higher every week. Everyone’s working hard just to keep up.

But what if… we brought the old ways back? What if local businesses supported each other again not just with money, but with collaboration?

Imagine this:
A car shop helps keep Tootie’s Social House vehicles running and in return, they get hot meals and cold beers anytime they walk through our doors.
A sign company creates our custom designs and their crew gets a free family dinners nights A cleaning company helps us before a big event and they’re treated to full-course meals and dessert afterward.

💬 “I scratch your back, you scratch mine.” That’s not old-fashioned that’s smart, sustainable, and full of heart.

Sometimes, we need to rewrite the script and go back to what worked.
Because the truth is it’s not always about money. It’s about respect, collaboration, and love for the community.

Now, I know some people are going to argue and say,

“You can’t just give things away for free.” But that’s the thing this isn’t a handout. This is business helping business. It’s an exchange of value skill for service, product for product, time for time.

There’s a big difference between someone asking for a “freebie” and a business partnership built on mutual benefit. If it’s a family member just looking for free tickets or an event hookup, that’s not what this is.
But if one business helps another grow that’s not losing money, that’s investing in community success.

Yes, we all need to get paid I understand that. But if you really think about it, when you help your community and lift up other businesses, the word spreads.
People talk. People notice. And that word-of-mouth creates growth, trust, and steady customers. Just like back in the day when someone said,

“That blacksmith did an amazing job on my horseshoes, I brought him eggs as thanks! You should go see him.”

That’s how small acts built big success stories. Because when we help each other, we all rise together. Sometimes it’s not about holding onto every dollar it’s about building something bigger than money.

And I’ve seen it work firsthand.
When I worked at Buffalo Wild Wings a few years ago, they did exactly this a local cookie company would call in and order wings, and in exchange, they’d send boxes of cookies. No money exchanged hands just two businesses supporting each other, feeding each other’s success.

That’s what I’m talking about, exchange.
What do you have that I need, and what do I have that you need? That’s how real community thrives through connection, collaboration, and care.

Let’s bring it back, one meal, one trade, one act of kindness at a time. Community isn’t built with money alone it’s built with heart, trust, and helping hands.

10/14/2025

🔥 THIS. Right here. 🔥

This is exactly what I’ve been saying for months, honestly, for years.
The restaurant industry needs a real change, and I’m ready to be that game-changer. I’ve seen it, lived it, and felt it in many different restaurants over in the last five years— and it’s time to bring things back to what they’re supposed to be.

This is why I’m building Tootie’s Social House.Because I noticed what’s missing, respect, balance, teamwork, and humanity and I’m bringing the change that’s long overdue.

The truth is, people haven’t stopped caring about the craft. They’ve stopped being cared for. The industry burned out too many good people with long hours, low pay, and no life balance. It’s not about laziness — it’s about people finally choosing better for themselves.

At Tootie’s Social House, that’s exactly what I’m changing:
💪 Respect. 💚 Humanity. 💬 Communication. 💫 Community.

When you treat your people right, they’ll treat your customers right.
When you show them love, they’ll pass it on. That’s how you build a team and that’s how you build success. Too many businesses have forgotten that part. They see dollar signs instead of people, and that’s where everything goes wrong.

I’ve got big plans and ideas for being the change, and a lot of them are already listed right here on my page. Please take a look at what I’m building. I’m for the people, for the community, and always people first.

At Tootie’s Social House, everyone will be valued, included, and heard.
✅ No burnout.
✅ No toxic culture.
✅ Balanced schedules.
✅ Time for family.
✅ A real sense of community.

💚 The next generation of kitchen culture starts with us.
Let’s bring back the heart of hospitality — right here in Green Bay.

⚠️ Just to clarify:
This post isn’t directed at any specific company or workplace. It’s about the industry as a whole and the changes I want to help inspire through my own business. I have great respect for the places I’ve worked and the people I’ve learned from — every experience has shaped my vision for something better for all of us in the community. 💚

10/14/2025

Heartfelt Motivation Moment

As I write this, I’m out on a quiet nature walk just reflecting on everything that’s happened today and soaking in the peace around me. The trees, the sky, the wind… nature doesn’t hide its beauty. It shows up fully, through every season the messy, the raw, and the beautiful. 🌿

It reminded me: enjoy the beauty of being yourself. Don’t get stuck trying to be someone else in the process. Move to your own rhythm, beat to your own tune, and let your true self shine through just like nature does.

I’m grateful for today for the people who share their kindness, the ones finding courage to be themselves, and for the reminder that being real is the most beautiful thing we can be. 💚

Some days, the universe reminds me exactly why I do what I do.

Today a customer told me, “You’re so cheerful, helpful, and kind, this company is lucky to have someone like you! You should really have your own thing.”
And honestly… they’re not wrong. 😌

Later, I bumped into a coworker, and we started talking. She told me that the whole team has been saying how much they admire me, how I don’t fake who I am, how I don’t care what others think, and how I just keep going after the things I want and being myself. She said they all wish they had the courage I do, and that seeing that kind of energy inspires them.

That stopped me in my tracks. I can’t even express how much I appreciate hearing those words knowing that people notice, that they see something big in me, and that it gives them a little hope too. Those are the moments that keep me thriving and remind me that being genuine truly matters. 💚

I’m proud to be part of this community and to bring a little joy wherever I go. But I can’t wait for the day I get to open my own doors and share that same energy through my dream — Tootie’s Social House, where people can come alive, laugh, and feel at home.

I’m not perfect — I make mistakes, and I have my hard days too. Sometimes my frustration shows. But for the most part, I try to stay upbeat, happy, and true to myself. I love being silly, laughing, and helping others, that’s truly who I am. And one day soon, I can’t wait to bring that same spirit to the city of Green Bay with my own business ❤️

My little reminder for you today:

💫 Be yourself — your light inspires more people than you realize.
💫 Smile, laugh, be yourself — always be yourself. You shine brighter that way.
💫 Courage isn’t about being fearless — it’s about being real.
💫 Never give up on what you want to do. Keep chasing your dreams, and don’t let anyone tell you differently. Once you start showing up for yourself and doing what you truly love, that’s when the real magic begins.
💫 Enjoy the beauty of being yourself — nature never hides its truth.

10/13/2025

A Little Heart-to-Heart About the Journey

I know I’ve been sharing a lot of updates lately — moments from my career, my business journey, and some pretty exciting steps along the way. 💪✨

But here’s the thing: these are milestones I’m genuinely proud of. Every bit of progress — big or small — is part of the story I’m building. And I believe it’s important to share not just for me, but for anyone else out there chasing their own dream.

A lot of people say that staying quiet and moving in silence is the best move — and sometimes that’s true. But honestly? I like sharing small updates. I don’t want people to think I’ve gone quiet or stopped working. I’m staying engaged, showing up, and putting in the work to find people who want to grow and build with me.

I’m trying to stay consistent, keep posting, and keep pushing — because this is my dream, and I’m giving it everything I’ve got. And yes… I’m damn proud of myself for how far I’ve come and everything I’m doing. 🙌💚

I try to post things that inspire, motivate, and support others’ success too, because I truly believe in lifting each other up. Sometimes my posts are about learning, leadership, and growth. Other times, yeah — they’re about me, my business, and my goals. Because this is my career, my dream, and I’m building it from the ground up. ❤️

If you’ve ever chased a dream, you know the grind is real.
So thank you to everyone cheering me on — it means more than you know. 💚💛

I have a few questions for YOU too 👇
👉 Go read the comments down below lol 😏

10/11/2025

10/04/2025

At Tootie’s Social House, our mission is to spread positivity, creativity, and community. We are here to uplift — not argue, not insult, and not tear others down.

Recently, an incident occurred on our social pages where comments were posted that our team determined were direct insults toward our founder. We want to be clear: these were not constructive or supportive comments, but repeated personal attacks.

The individual also mentioned having a disability, and while we respect anyone’s challenges, that does not excuse leaving insults or trying to make our founder look bad in front of our community. Everyone deserves respect — and that respect goes both ways. We understand that everyone has struggles, challenges, and differences — and we respect that fully. But having a disability or personal challenge does not make it okay to insult or tear down others. Words matter. Respect matters.

We are here to uplift, not argue. To inspire, not insult. To build community, not drama.

As a result, our social media team (not the founder herself) made the decision to remove those comments. This was done to protect the brand, the mission, and the supportive community we are building. We will not go back and forth, and we will not argue about this decision. We also have proof of the comments, so if the situation is challenged, we are confident in the choice we made.

Moving forward, here is our policy:
✅ We welcome open conversation, constructive feedback, and positive engagement.
✅ We will not allow insults or negativity directed at our founder, our team, or our community.
✅ Our team will immediately delete such comments, and continued behavior will lead to blocking.
✅ We will always prioritize protecting the positivity of our space over engaging in drama.

To our true supporters, sponsors, and community partners: thank you for standing with us. Together we are growing something meaningful — and we’re committed to keeping this space uplifting, respectful, and full of good energy. 💙

Finally, our team is deeply sorry if we hurt the young woman’s feelings by deleting her comments — that was never our intention. We understand she has a disability, and we respect that. At the same time, she should also consider how her words impacted our founder. The repeated insults left us no choice but to take action, and our team made the decision we felt was best for protecting this community.

— The Tootie’s Social House , Team
- The Tootie Show, Team

10/02/2025

✨ A Moment for Me – Because I Deserve This One ✨

In just the last week and a half, I’ve:
🎤 Dropped my rap anthem track
🎶 Released my EDM track
📺 Filmed & posted multiple commercials
🎙️ Shared podcast clips (food tastings, shopping rants & more)
📢 Created short promo ads
…all while working with Green Bay Parks & Recreation to plan a major fundraising event for the spring 🌱.

What people don’t always see is the work behind the camera:
📜 Memorizing lines like an actor
🎬 Running through scripts over and over
😂 Bloopers that make me laugh one minute and frustrate me the next
⏰ Staying up late practicing so I can get it down the next day

It’s fun—but it’s also hard work. And honestly, I can’t believe I’ve become the kind of person who can lock in a script, remember my lines, and deliver it with confidence… even when I don’t have much practice time. That’s a huge win for me.

Some people think this comes easy, but it doesn’t. It takes grit, repetition, and heart. Especially when you’ve got challenges stacked against you. I’ve lived with brain damage since birth, and still—I refuse to let it stop me. Instead, I keep proving that dedication + passion can turn dreams into reality.

I’m so freaking proud of myself right now. This is more than content—it’s my career, my business, my calling. And every clip, every commercial, every script I nail is proof that I’m moving forward. 💪🔥

Not only did I take a moment to celebrate how far I’ve come, but I realized there’s even more to be proud of…

✅ I now have a local insurance agent in Green Bay lined up to cover my business and events.
✅ I’ve connected with a potential bookkeeper to help me keep everything organized as things grow.
✅ I’ve started conversations with the parks & registration team for my first major spring fundraiser event.
✅ And on top of that, I’m planning smaller fundraiser events this winter to keep building momentum.

All of this came together in just a week and a half. 💥

The hustle is real, and it’s all happening step by step. Keep an eye out — big things are coming for Tootie’s Social House and The Tootie Show and the community we’re building together! 🙌

Thank you to everyone who supports me—your encouragement and shares mean the world. Keep watching, because we’re only going up from here. 🚀

10/02/2025

$20 for a can of hairspray? Nope, not today Walgreens! 😅 I walked in looking for a quick fix and walked right back out when I saw that price tag. Ended up at Walmart grabbing my go-to for $2.78 instead. In this clip, I rant about the wild price difference and why I’ll never pay twenty bucks for a spray can. Sometimes everyday shopping turns into the best podcast moments—this is one of them. 💇‍♀️✨

10/01/2025

Be Part of the Change | Local First, Community Always | Supporting Local Businesses in Wisconsin

#2 Commercial,

Filmed in the heart of downtown Green Bay by the waterfront, this second Tootie’s Social House commercial is a callout to our local businesses across Green Bay, the surrounding areas, and throughout Wisconsin. 🌟

Yes — it was a windy day, so you might hear a little background noise in the video. I tried to denoise it as best I could, but I wanted to keep it real and authentic. (Might hear a glitch or tow from the denoise it)

👉 What this commercial is all about:
We’re building Tootie’s Social House with local first in mind. That means working with:
• Local builders & contractors
• Local grocery shops & farmers
• Local creators, brewers, and small business owners of all kinds

When our restaurant and community hub opens, we want people to walk in and say: “That’s my work. That’s my farm. That’s my business.” Because this isn’t just my dream — it’s ours.

👉 Fundraiser Events Coming Soon:
We’ll also be hosting fundraiser events where sponsorships bring more than exposure — they bring partnership. Your business can be featured not just through my podcast and events, but also inside the future doors of Tootie’s Social House.

🔥 Let’s rise together. Let’s lift each other up. Because when local supports local, we all thrive.

Filmed in the heart of downtown Green Bay by the waterfront, this second Tootie’s Social House commercial is a callout to our local businesses across Green B...

09/29/2025

Trying new food… love this, super cheddar cheesy and very juicy chicken nuggets…