In this very first episode of In the Den — a podcast collaboration between SIMBA and Spokast! — host Brennon sits down with Robin and Alexis of SIMBA to talk about the heart behind the show.

They dive into what SIMBA stands for (literally and in spirit), how it supports small businesses and entrepreneurs across Spokane and Eastern Washington, and why launching this podcast was the next natural step in lifting up the voices that make our local economy thrive.

If you’ve ever wondered what SIMBA is all about — or what it means to be part of a growing business community — this is where the journey begins.

Learn more about SIMBA:

🌐 Website: spokaneindependent.org

📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/spokaneindependent

📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/spokaneindependent

📧 Join SIMBA: www.spokaneindependent.org/membership

Learn more about Spokast:

🌐 Website: spokast.com

📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/spokast.podcasts

Find Logan Daniels MacDonald at logandanielmcdonald.com

Episode Chapters

00:00 Intro to The Den Podcast

01:37 Meet the Hosts: Brennan, Robin, and Alexis

02:39 Robin's Role and Expertise at SIMBA

04:30 Alexis' Role and Expertise at SIMBA

06:03 Empowering Small Businesses: Success Stories

09:19 The Origin and Mission of SIMA

12:34 Supporting Local Economies and Advocacy

24:00 Unique Challenges and Support for Immigrant-Owned Businesses

30:16 Creating a Judgment-Free Safe Space

31:02 Additional Services Offered by SIMBA

33:24 SIMBA’s Outreach and Educational Programs

36:02 Live Local: Supporting Local Businesses

41:16 Launching the SIMA Podcast

50:52 Membership Tiers and Benefits

54:04 Where to find SIMBA