feed02.fireside.fm Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:08:49 -0600 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Making the Bands http://podcast.tonebands.com Sun, 12 Jul 2020 21:21:36 -0500 Our protagonists, Cameron Banga and Jon Becker, are Apple Watch enthusiasts. After a year of watch ownership, both agree that there is a gap in the market for a very specific type of watch band. In this podcast, Cameron and Jon will discuss their experiences as they source different watch bands from a variety of manufacturers, in an attempt to create a product they can sell on the internet. en © 2026 Cameron Banga & Jon Becker episodic Cameron and Jon decide to make their own line of Apple Watch bands. Cameron Banga & Jon Becker Our protagonists, Cameron Banga and Jon Becker, are Apple Watch enthusiasts. After a year of watch ownership, both agree that there is a gap in the market for a very specific type of watch band. In this podcast, Cameron and Jon will discuss their experiences as they source different watch bands from a variety of manufacturers, in an attempt to create a product they can sell on the internet. false Cameron Banga & Jon Becker contact@tonebands.com yes Episode 15: This Entire Episode Was Edited on an iPad http://podcast.tonebands.com/15 e99f3d89-6a24-4cb3-adf6-e11373131972 Thu, 29 Jun 2017 20:00:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker In this episode, Cameron decided to pay $20 for the full In App Purchase inside of Ferrite for iPad, so that he could edit the entire episode on iPad. The results are a mixed bag. And we apologize for Cameron falling off the podcast for a thirty second interval or two. Also, our favorite part is at approximately the 45:20 mark. 52:31 false In this episode, Cameron decided to pay $20 for the full In App Purchase inside of Ferrite for iPad, so that he could edit the entire episode on iPad.

The results are a mixed bag. And we apologize for Cameron falling off the podcast for a thirty second interval or two. Also, our favorite part is at approximately the 45:20 mark.

]]> In this episode, Cameron decided to pay $20 for the full In App Purchase inside of Ferrite for iPad, so that he could edit the entire episode on iPad.

The results are a mixed bag. And we apologize for Cameron falling off the podcast for a thirty second interval or two. Also, our favorite part is at approximately the 45:20 mark.

]]> In this episode, Cameron decided to pay $20 for the full In App Purchase inside of Ferrite for iPad, so that he could edit the entire episode on iPad.

The results are a mixed bag. And we apologize for Cameron falling off the podcast for a thirty second interval or two. Also, our favorite part is at approximately the 45:20 mark.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+XQNsSH1J ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 14: Let's Talk About Our First Month of Sales http://podcast.tonebands.com/14 7c7abf7f-7857-4fae-a376-cc3fd4c5fe3c Sat, 13 May 2017 14:00:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker After a short hiatus, Jon and Cameron return to talk about how sales have gone during the first month of ToneBands availability. 33:37 false After a short hiatus, Jon and Cameron return to talk about how sales have gone during the first month of ToneBands availability.

]]> After a short hiatus, Jon and Cameron return to talk about how sales have gone during the first month of ToneBands availability.

]]> After a short hiatus, Jon and Cameron return to talk about how sales have gone during the first month of ToneBands availability.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+ULSDWZwU ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 13: Our First Week of Sales http://podcast.tonebands.com/13 77f394b9-d1de-4d99-b7d0-b72c2d2ebf2a Thu, 13 Apr 2017 20:00:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker ToneBands have been for sale officially, for 7 days and 16 hours. Jon and Cameron offer their hot takes on the first week of availability. 53:30 false ToneBands have been for sale officially, for 7 days and 16 hours. Jon and Cameron offer their hot takes on the first week of availability.

]]> ToneBands have been for sale officially, for 7 days and 16 hours. Jon and Cameron offer their hot takes on the first week of availability.

]]> ToneBands have been for sale officially, for 7 days and 16 hours. Jon and Cameron offer their hot takes on the first week of availability.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+36Nb5nlF ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 12: ToneBands are Available for Sale http://podcast.tonebands.com/12 085ae40a-9214-4122-8c67-3ff5eb3dc902 Thu, 06 Apr 2017 21:00:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker There's no summary, no build up, no beating around the bush. ToneBands are available today at ToneBands.com. During this episode, Jon and Cameron discuss this historic event. 42:34 false There's no summary, no build up, no beating around the bush. ToneBands are available today at ToneBands.com. During this episode, Jon and Cameron discuss this historic event.

]]> There's no summary, no build up, no beating around the bush. ToneBands are available today at ToneBands.com. During this episode, Jon and Cameron discuss this historic event.

]]> There's no summary, no build up, no beating around the bush. ToneBands are available today at ToneBands.com. During this episode, Jon and Cameron discuss this historic event.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+o_rj7rIX ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 11: A Slight Delay, but Still On Course http://podcast.tonebands.com/11 78f05d59-ba91-441e-a30f-fabd80c7dc4b Wed, 22 Mar 2017 21:30:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker We've taken a few weeks off while we waited for the band and worked out logistics. But we're close! Website and official sales discussed in this fantastic episode! 39:15 false We've taken a few weeks off while we waited for the band and worked out logistics. But we're close! Website and official sales discussed in this fantastic episode!

]]> We've taken a few weeks off while we waited for the band and worked out logistics. But we're close! Website and official sales discussed in this fantastic episode!

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]]> We've taken a few weeks off while we waited for the band and worked out logistics. But we're close! Website and official sales discussed in this fantastic episode!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+vanBTv6G ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 10: A Test of the Emergency Broadcast System http://podcast.tonebands.com/10 f126efb1-7144-4e60-8388-4544212d4d41 Sat, 11 Feb 2017 16:00:00 -0600 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker In an abbreviated emergency episode of the podcast (due mostly to Cameron's inability to stay healthy), the guys discuss a couple potential issues that have arisen during the purchase of the first order of ToneBands. Will the order still be possible? Will the project bankrupt our protagonists? Find out in this emergency episode of the Making the Bands podcast. 18:19 false In an abbreviated emergency episode of the podcast (due mostly to Cameron's inability to stay healthy), the guys discuss a couple potential issues that have arisen during the purchase of the first order of ToneBands. Will the order still be possible? Will the project bankrupt our protagonists? Find out in this emergency episode of the Making the Bands podcast.

]]> In an abbreviated emergency episode of the podcast (due mostly to Cameron's inability to stay healthy), the guys discuss a couple potential issues that have arisen during the purchase of the first order of ToneBands. Will the order still be possible? Will the project bankrupt our protagonists? Find out in this emergency episode of the Making the Bands podcast.

]]> In an abbreviated emergency episode of the podcast (due mostly to Cameron's inability to stay healthy), the guys discuss a couple potential issues that have arisen during the purchase of the first order of ToneBands. Will the order still be possible? Will the project bankrupt our protagonists? Find out in this emergency episode of the Making the Bands podcast.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+0-xnKT-E ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 9: Down on the Farm http://podcast.tonebands.com/9 b52f8c40-1925-49dd-85f3-e8b208425d2d Thu, 26 Jan 2017 21:00:00 -0600 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker Very important news. Our order has been placed. Soon, we will have bands which will be available for sale on our website! Listen as Jon and Cameron discuss the process of ordering bands, setting up a website, and what comes next. And for those of you who don't get tired of listening to us talk, we've included a twenty minute rant with our opinions on Stardew Valley. 55:13 false Very important news. Our order has been placed. Soon, we will have bands which will be available for sale on our website! Listen as Jon and Cameron discuss the process of ordering bands, setting up a website, and what comes next. And for those of you who don't get tired of listening to us talk, we've included a twenty minute rant with our opinions on Stardew Valley.

]]> Very important news. Our order has been placed. Soon, we will have bands which will be available for sale on our website! Listen as Jon and Cameron discuss the process of ordering bands, setting up a website, and what comes next. And for those of you who don't get tired of listening to us talk, we've included a twenty minute rant with our opinions on Stardew Valley.

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]]> Very important news. Our order has been placed. Soon, we will have bands which will be available for sale on our website! Listen as Jon and Cameron discuss the process of ordering bands, setting up a website, and what comes next. And for those of you who don't get tired of listening to us talk, we've included a twenty minute rant with our opinions on Stardew Valley.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+XMjYxNQg ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 8: Cameron Deleted the Better Version of This Episode http://podcast.tonebands.com/8 b2e82140-9119-49e4-a582-c22c736a8735 Thu, 05 Jan 2017 18:00:00 -0600 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker After a long holiday hiatus, Jon and Cameron are back, for arguably the most important episode of Making the Bands. In this episode, Cameron and Jon drop information on the first run of ToneBands. If you want to know which colors are available, and what they'll cost, then you'll want to hear this episode. 32:16 false After a long holiday hiatus, Jon and Cameron are back, for arguably the most important episode of Making the Bands. In this episode, Cameron and Jon drop information on the first run of ToneBands. If you want to know which colors are available, and what they'll cost, then you'll want to hear this episode.

After listening to the episode, what do you think? Like the color choices? Hate the pricing? Send contact@tonebands.com an email with your thoughts!

]]> After a long holiday hiatus, Jon and Cameron are back, for arguably the most important episode of Making the Bands. In this episode, Cameron and Jon drop information on the first run of ToneBands. If you want to know which colors are available, and what they'll cost, then you'll want to hear this episode.

After listening to the episode, what do you think? Like the color choices? Hate the pricing? Send contact@tonebands.com an email with your thoughts!

]]> After a long holiday hiatus, Jon and Cameron are back, for arguably the most important episode of Making the Bands. In this episode, Cameron and Jon drop information on the first run of ToneBands. If you want to know which colors are available, and what they'll cost, then you'll want to hear this episode.

After listening to the episode, what do you think? Like the color choices? Hate the pricing? Send contact@tonebands.com an email with your thoughts!

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+Pqlz99MC ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 7: I Looked to See What Was Not Good http://podcast.tonebands.com/7 8301ce99-1709-41b6-82d2-35b5f1870757 Thu, 08 Dec 2016 20:00:00 -0600 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker Presidential libraries, shipping fiascos, and our final thoughts before we finalize an order of bands. 51:01 false Presidential libraries, shipping fiascos, and our final thoughts before we finalize an order of bands.

]]> Presidential libraries, shipping fiascos, and our final thoughts before we finalize an order of bands.

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]]> Presidential libraries, shipping fiascos, and our final thoughts before we finalize an order of bands.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+gM3Imt4W ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 6: So We Got Some Feedback http://podcast.tonebands.com/6 897e2270-27d2-4e34-a6b8-b84546ac8dca Tue, 22 Nov 2016 18:00:00 -0600 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker We have sample band giveaway winners this week! Didn't win? We're seeing a lot of interest in bands and want to make sure that everyone who wants one can get one. So listen in at the 12:30 mark, and we have some information on getting onto a first-priority list once we have actual bands available here in the near future. In this episode, we also go through a lot of your feedback. We've received a LOT of emails, FB messages, Reddit DMs, and more. So we dive into your thoughts and comments on our process so far. 46:34 false We have sample band giveaway winners this week! Didn't win? We're seeing a lot of interest in bands and want to make sure that everyone who wants one can get one. So listen in at the 12:30 mark, and we have some information on getting onto a first-priority list once we have actual bands available here in the near future. In this episode, we also go through a lot of your feedback. We've received a LOT of emails, FB messages, Reddit DMs, and more. So we dive into your thoughts and comments on our process so far.

]]> We have sample band giveaway winners this week! Didn't win? We're seeing a lot of interest in bands and want to make sure that everyone who wants one can get one. So listen in at the 12:30 mark, and we have some information on getting onto a first-priority list once we have actual bands available here in the near future. In this episode, we also go through a lot of your feedback. We've received a LOT of emails, FB messages, Reddit DMs, and more. So we dive into your thoughts and comments on our process so far.

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  • Cameron's Watch Storage System — TLDR: It's not very good.
  • Direct Timestamp to Three Quick Email Questions to Get on Our Priority List — We discuss it a bit in show, but we want to make sure that everyone who wants a band gets one. So because we may be limited in supply, we are asking that you answer three questions we discuss here during the show and email us your answers to contact@tonebands.com. Anyone who emails us their responses will be placed on a priority list, and given information on how to purchase the bands 3-5 days before we tell the rest of the world.
]]> We have sample band giveaway winners this week! Didn't win? We're seeing a lot of interest in bands and want to make sure that everyone who wants one can get one. So listen in at the 12:30 mark, and we have some information on getting onto a first-priority list once we have actual bands available here in the near future. In this episode, we also go through a lot of your feedback. We've received a LOT of emails, FB messages, Reddit DMs, and more. So we dive into your thoughts and comments on our process so far.

Links:

  • Cameron's Watch Storage System — TLDR: It's not very good.
  • Direct Timestamp to Three Quick Email Questions to Get on Our Priority List — We discuss it a bit in show, but we want to make sure that everyone who wants a band gets one. So because we may be limited in supply, we are asking that you answer three questions we discuss here during the show and email us your answers to contact@tonebands.com. Anyone who emails us their responses will be placed on a priority list, and given information on how to purchase the bands 3-5 days before we tell the rest of the world.
]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+qjVNEZlW ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 5: A Social Media Extravaganza! http://podcast.tonebands.com/5 1f6d6ed4-f889-4648-b7c8-f9cb2257dbf8 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 13:00:00 -0600 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker So far, Cameron and Jon have used this podcast to discuss the process of ordering and testing sample Apple Watch bands that they have ordered thus far. In this episode, they've tossed the silicone and metal pin talk out the window, and are talking exclusively about how they are currently using different social media platforms to promote the ToneBands brand. Are you an avid social media enthusiast? Well, then this is the episode for you. So sit back and enjoy, as we discuss promoting a new product through Twitter, Facebook, or email. 42:16 false So far, Cameron and Jon have used this podcast to discuss the process of ordering and testing sample Apple Watch bands that they have ordered thus far.

In this episode, they've tossed the silicone and metal pin talk out the window, and are talking exclusively about how they are currently using different social media platforms to promote the ToneBands brand. Are you an avid social media enthusiast? Well, then this is the episode for you. So sit back and enjoy, as we discuss promoting a new product through Twitter, Facebook, or email.

]]> So far, Cameron and Jon have used this podcast to discuss the process of ordering and testing sample Apple Watch bands that they have ordered thus far.

In this episode, they've tossed the silicone and metal pin talk out the window, and are talking exclusively about how they are currently using different social media platforms to promote the ToneBands brand. Are you an avid social media enthusiast? Well, then this is the episode for you. So sit back and enjoy, as we discuss promoting a new product through Twitter, Facebook, or email.

Links:

]]> So far, Cameron and Jon have used this podcast to discuss the process of ordering and testing sample Apple Watch bands that they have ordered thus far.

In this episode, they've tossed the silicone and metal pin talk out the window, and are talking exclusively about how they are currently using different social media platforms to promote the ToneBands brand. Are you an avid social media enthusiast? Well, then this is the episode for you. So sit back and enjoy, as we discuss promoting a new product through Twitter, Facebook, or email.

Links:

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+cObYFp8B ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 4: Susan Lake Red http://podcast.tonebands.com/4 571f3756-65b4-4abb-bab1-327a3eee7ef9 Tue, 25 Oct 2016 17:00:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker As Jon and Cameron trudge towards another order of sample bands, things get off track. Topics include, but aren't limited to: new MacBook Pros, translating Chinese color descriptions from low-resolution .jpeg images, further impressions on the bands already received, and discussion about how more people would benefit from Apple Watch ownership. 34:44 false This is what happens when you go into a show with no notes. Jon and Cameron spend the first bit of this show discussing the hypothetical situation of ARM processors in MacBook Pros. From there, things progress to a lengthy discussion about what colors to order in what will hopefully be the final order of samples. Everyone is repulsed by the patterns provided by Batch #3 provider. There's also talk of a giveaway.

]]> This is what happens when you go into a show with no notes. Jon and Cameron spend the first bit of this show discussing the hypothetical situation of ARM processors in MacBook Pros. From there, things progress to a lengthy discussion about what colors to order in what will hopefully be the final order of samples. Everyone is repulsed by the patterns provided by Batch #3 provider. There's also talk of a giveaway.

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]]> This is what happens when you go into a show with no notes. Jon and Cameron spend the first bit of this show discussing the hypothetical situation of ARM processors in MacBook Pros. From there, things progress to a lengthy discussion about what colors to order in what will hopefully be the final order of samples. Everyone is repulsed by the patterns provided by Batch #3 provider. There's also talk of a giveaway.

Links:

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+SpY3Vp-G ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 3: A Little Bit Larger and More Bulbous http://podcast.tonebands.com/3 30b33165-7409-43ae-b913-757be531119d Tue, 25 Oct 2016 16:45:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker Jon and Cameron have both gotten the chance to give both sets of band samples a test drive. The guys talk overall impressions on both sample batches, what they want to order next, and answer some listener email! 52:54 false Jon and Cameron have both gotten the chance to give both sets of band samples a test drive. The guys talk overall impressions on both sample batches, what they want to order next, and answer some listener email!

]]> Jon and Cameron have both gotten the chance to give both sets of band samples a test drive. The guys talk overall impressions on both sample batches, what they want to order next, and answer some listener email!

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]]> Jon and Cameron have both gotten the chance to give both sets of band samples a test drive. The guys talk overall impressions on both sample batches, what they want to order next, and answer some listener email!

Links:

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+KXGD3EKJ ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 2: Make Your Wearing Fashioner http://podcast.tonebands.com/2 339f5497-eda0-4e6a-b48e-94d396c2f71b Wed, 05 Oct 2016 20:00:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker Cameron and Jon get their first sample watch bands. So it's time for some impressions. 54:16 false It's a very exciting time, as the first sample bands have arrived from Shenzhen, China. Cameron and Jon discuss their initial impressions on the black metal pin, the silicone band quality, the band color, and a variety of other details with their new sample watch bands.

]]> It's a very exciting time, as the first sample bands have arrived from Shenzhen, China. Cameron and Jon discuss their initial impressions on the black metal pin, the silicone band quality, the band color, and a variety of other details with their new sample watch bands.

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]]> It's a very exciting time, as the first sample bands have arrived from Shenzhen, China. Cameron and Jon discuss their initial impressions on the black metal pin, the silicone band quality, the band color, and a variety of other details with their new sample watch bands.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+rYtSghZZ ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker Episode 1: The O-Town of Third Party Apple Watch Band Makers http://podcast.tonebands.com/1 ec6342ca-3820-4cb3-8bb8-8c3015e469ee Thu, 29 Sep 2016 20:00:00 -0500 contact@tonebands.com (Cameron Banga & Jon Becker) full Cameron Banga & Jon Becker Cameron and Jon have decided they want to make their own third-party Apple Watch band. They've ordered their first run of samples, which will arrived in the next 24-36 hours. 42:25 false Cameron Banga and Jon Becker have determined that there is a specific type of band for their Apple Watches that they can not buy. Despite looking far and wide for a band that meets their need, they still feel as if there is a gap in the market.

In this episode, Cameron and Jon discuss how they have ordered sample bands, that fit a specific need they have. If these bands are of high quality, our protagonists are hoping to buy a lot of 500-1000 of these bands, and then sell these bands individually for a profit on Amazon, eBay, etc.

Learn more about Cameron and Jon, and what they are learning as they try to create their own band for the Apple Watch.

Show Notes:

Alibaba - https://www.alibaba.com
Cameron on Twitter - http://twitter.com/cameronbanga
Jon on Twitter - http://twitter.com/mangosquash
Website: http://tonebands.com

Have a question or comment? Email us at contact@tonebands.com.

]]> Cameron Banga and Jon Becker have determined that there is a specific type of band for their Apple Watches that they can not buy. Despite looking far and wide for a band that meets their need, they still feel as if there is a gap in the market.

In this episode, Cameron and Jon discuss how they have ordered sample bands, that fit a specific need they have. If these bands are of high quality, our protagonists are hoping to buy a lot of 500-1000 of these bands, and then sell these bands individually for a profit on Amazon, eBay, etc.

Learn more about Cameron and Jon, and what they are learning as they try to create their own band for the Apple Watch.

Show Notes:

Alibaba - https://www.alibaba.com
Cameron on Twitter - http://twitter.com/cameronbanga
Jon on Twitter - http://twitter.com/mangosquash
Website: http://tonebands.com

Have a question or comment? Email us at contact@tonebands.com.

]]> Cameron Banga and Jon Becker have determined that there is a specific type of band for their Apple Watches that they can not buy. Despite looking far and wide for a band that meets their need, they still feel as if there is a gap in the market.

In this episode, Cameron and Jon discuss how they have ordered sample bands, that fit a specific need they have. If these bands are of high quality, our protagonists are hoping to buy a lot of 500-1000 of these bands, and then sell these bands individually for a profit on Amazon, eBay, etc.

Learn more about Cameron and Jon, and what they are learning as they try to create their own band for the Apple Watch.

Show Notes:

Alibaba - https://www.alibaba.com
Cameron on Twitter - http://twitter.com/cameronbanga
Jon on Twitter - http://twitter.com/mangosquash
Website: http://tonebands.com

Have a question or comment? Email us at contact@tonebands.com.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/82Nwurwh+ze6WX2wg ]]> Cameron Banga Jon Becker