Dad Conversations

Today you'll hear from Ben Connell, the County Councilman, Attorney, National Champion Wrestler, Farmer, and Father of 3. We discussed:being a county councilmannational championship in wrestlingthe mindset it takes to win a national championshiphanging out with Clayton Christensen and HBS facultybeing a double UNC gradpartnering with his father as an attorneygrowing up in a family with multiple state championsthe wisdom of Thomas Sowellhow faith has impacted his lifeoperating a light-touch tech-enabled farmfostering strength and independence in childrenpodcast recommendationsTip of the Spear Foundation

Today you'll hear from Dorian Abbot, the professor, climate change and exoplanet scientist, and cancel culture survivor. We discussed:Latest researchexoplanets and the search for lifeclimate changegetting attacked by a woke mob for being reasonable (begins at 29:09)lessons learned from his dadwhat future fathers want to knowfavorite bookslearning from failurebest investments he's madereasons for optimism Dorian on TwitterFaculty page 

Today you'll hear from Chauncie Thrift, the restaurant manager, soccer star, and father of 1. We discussed: managing a restaurant during Covidlife advice from his dadhaving a man yell in your face at the Air Force Academygetting humbled by a strong coach to become a successful D1 soccer athletebeing a black man in Charlottesville, VAhis thoughts on racism in Americaopening up about learning from a failureadvice for new dadshelping people with second chancesmuch moreCharleston Sports Pub

Today you'll hear from Greg Brannon, the doctor, former political candidate, constitutional government advocate, entrepreneur, and Father of 7. We discussed:His career delivering babiesChanges in medicineMerging modern western medicine with "alternative" medicineHome schoolingMaking use of dinner timeRunning for US Senate Corruption in local governmentlimited constitutional governmentThe real Kings and Queens in AmericaBecoming a better personand much more Greg on FacebookOptimal Bio

Today you'll hear from Seth VanderVlucht, a software sales executive, little league coach, faith leader, and father of 3 boys. We discussed:Coaching little leagueScrewing up in publicJudging others based on their best daysSelling time sharesFavorite booksLessons learned as a dadMarriage adviceReasons for optimism

Today you'll meet Ethan Chandler, the tattoo artist, cancer survivor, foodie, and father of 1.  We discussed:Getting started and refining your craft in the tattoo industryrecent tattoo trendscancer diagnosis and treatment storygrowing up in Lugoff, SCbest fast food restaurantsBeing a dadRecent improvements as a husbandreasons to be optimistic for the futureand much more

Today you'll meet Jeremy Deaver, a healthcare administrator, startup enthusiast, and Father of 4 children.We discussed: What healthcare administrators doHealthy collaboration between doctors and business peopleLessons learned from his dadGrowing up in Kinston, NCGrinding through an unpaid internship for experienceProgressing through his careerCryptocurrency  Jeremy on Twitter

Today you'll meet Bruce Mullan, an Entrepreneur, Agility Consultant, Volunteer, and Father of 3. Bruce's Consulting Firm: Vinaigrette Leadership Agility

Today you'll hear from Jerome Beaman, a technology salesman, CSAP alum, aspiring minimalist, hide-and-seek champion, and Father of 1. Topics:entry into Ciscogrowing up in Mississippibeing a husband and fathermuch more

Today you'll meet "Smile'n" Sam Alvey, a famous UFC fighter, musician, foster parent, and father of 5. We discussed:Getting started in MMAWorking for an organization without signing any contractComparing nut shots from kids to getting punched by a grown manHighs and lows of his careerMusical interestsPre-fight tradition (pizza)Being a dadAdopting a foster childMarriage advicemuch more... Sam's WebsiteSam on twitter

Today you'll meet Dustin. He is a Cancer Survivor, Non-Profit Fundraiser, Author, Podcaster, Sales Manager, and Father of 1 We talked about his story of being diagnosed with a serious form of Leukemia right before his wedding,receiving a sick Standing Othe topic of his book: Cheeto Dustfinding happinesslife-changing books and podcastshome schoolingbeing a dad Dustin's WebsiteDustin's new Podcast

Today you'll meet Eric Knipp, a VP of Systems Engineering, MMA fighter, Author, Fitness Enthusiast, and Father.  We discussed:His approach to managing a team of experienced, technical salespeopleAn incredibly embarrassing professional failureHis workout routineFavorite booksGrowing up poorAn awful grunt job as a 17-yr oldHis attitude and philosophy on life and leadershipThe joys of being a dadChoosing not to beat yourself up as a dadWhy he got into MMA in his late 30'sA good cause he is passionate aboutWriting a book on the fly in his early 20s 

Today you'll meet Mike Grinberg, a husband, podcaster, founder of a marketing firm, and father to a precious young girl born at only 11 ounces, not pounds. We discussed:His experience as a husband with a wife very sick during her pregnancyHis daughter's health and long-term outlook being born so earlyStarting a marketing firm to get more flexibilityGrowing up with parents from Eastern EuropeHis life storyHis approach to being a dad  Mike's Podcast: Mixing Business with PleasureMike on LinkedInMike's firm: Proofpoint Marketing 

Today you'll meet Mike Coles. Mike is an attorney with his own law firm, specializing in startups. He also founded his own company, Choose Your Reader, approximately 2 years ago. We discussed:his startupcookingpoverty, wealth, and happinessadvice for other foundersand much more Choose Your ReaderColes Firm 

Today you'll meet Jeremy, the Vice President of Americas Software and Services sales at Cisco Systems. He is also an avid surfer, runner, and father of 2.We spoke about:His career in Sales and Sales LeadershipThe best and worst parts of being an executiveGrowing up in SoCalIntro to sales: competing with XeroxFavorite booksHow a significant obstacle set him up for successAn important truth very few people agree with him onWhat he wishes new dads understoodMarriage adviceLessons learned parenting teenagersOvercoming bad daysLightning round questions Jeremy on LinkedIn

This was another episode that instantly ranks among the best. You'll get to meet John, an avid mountain climber and global adventurer. John has some crazy stories to tell about: being caught up in a third-world civil war with blow darts and bows and arrowsgetting saved by the secretary of stateinsane animal encountershigh-stakes teamwork and interdependency on each trekhiking up the peak in Antarctica 1000 miles from other life formsfinancing his journeys through creating self-sustaining businesseshis book that teaches kindness, courage, and grit to boys becoming men.https://www.johnbeede.com/ 

Today you'll hear from Forrest Tuff, a Film Producer, Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, D1 Athlete, and Father of 3. We spoke about his company One Vision Productions, his role as CEO, lessons learned in small business, his life story, growing up with a very strict preacher as his father, playing basketball in college, and building his company. We also got to learn about his philosophy on life and his approach to being a dad. Forresttuff.com

Today you'll hear from Adam Young, the director of business development at Weave HQ, a cycling enthusiast, and Father of 3.  Adam shares the incredibly journey that his family has been through with the ongoing health challenges of their youngest child. You will enjoy hearing his story and hug your kids tighter tonight.  Connect with Adam on LinkedIn

Today you'll hear from Russell Vaughan. Russ is a Senior Solutions Engineer at VMware, former Systems Engineer at Cisco, lifelong Sci-Fi fan, and father of 1. 

Today you'll hear from  Fuss, a Navy Seal, Troop Commander on Dev Group, Speaker, Financial Services Professional, and Father of 3.  We Discussed:What is a SEAL, and what do they do?What is a Troop Commander? What is Development Group?For the average person who has watched movies about Navy Seals and Dev Group, what do we have wrong in our understanding of who you are and what you do?What is a typical day like when you are deployed? What are some of the roles on the team?How has your military experience prepared you for joining the civilian workforce?In what ways are veterans ahead of the curve? Any advice for veterans who are joining the civilian workforce in the near future?  Life Story - growing up in military family, wrestling in collegeGeneral life questionsA little about his family and an epic road tripBecoming a better husband and father Patriot Leadership DevelopmentFuss' Family Travel Blog

Today you'll hear from Jeremy Barray, a wealth manager, author, entrepreneur, and father of 1. We discussed:Overview of his career as a CPA, Wealth Manager, and Entrepreneur Becoming OK with being differentThe good fortune of a positive, confident mindsetTheir struggle having a childBeing a dadand more Jeremy on InstagramNon-profit foundation Jeremy mentioned 

Today you'll hear from Curt Steinhorst: the #1 expert on focus in the workplace. Curt is a Business Consultant, Best-Selling Author, ADHD, Researcher, and Father of 3. We discussed:Takeaways from his book: Can I have your attention?The myth of multi-taskingPractical advice (without the dogma)Growing up with great parentsCareer journeyBecoming a better husband and fatherHis approach to parentinghttps://www.curtsteinhorst.com/

Today you'll meet Eric Anderson, an Open Source Advocate, Venture Capitalist, Harvard Business School Alum, and Father of 4.We discussed:Open Source softwareEric's Contributor.fyi podcastJoe Blair's Epic Human PodcastThe value of WrestlingCareer pathA little about Venture CapitalChacos sandalsValuing someone for their differencesLessons learned as a father and husband Eric's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ericmander Eric's professor mentioned in the show: https://twitter.com/bussgang 

Today I spoke to Ben Holm,  Director of Sales at Microsoft Azure, Vikings Fan, and Father of 4 We spoke about: Primer on Azure and AISolutions that AI can enableWhere AI is headed in the futureGrowing up in a huge familyThe benefits of having amazing parentsGetting started in door-to-door salesGoing to business school and entering the tech industryHow to snap out of a bad dayDdeveloping meaningful connections in remote settingsCreating "the best day ever" for your kidsHow he's a better husband and father than 3-5 years agoHelping kids through obstacles

Today you'll hear from Shawn McGrady, a Marine, Police Officer, Technology Salesman, and Father of 3. We talked about:Joining the MarinesLessons learned in the militaryIncredible stories from his 17 years in law enforcementWhy being a cop is ROUGHThoughts on the state of policing in 2020Getting into tech salesThe process of reinventing yourselfProgression as a husband and fatherHis approach to being a dad

Today you'll hear from Rick Hill, the General Manager and Vice President of Sales at AVA Security (ava.uk). Rick is a lifelong learner and father of 2.  We discussed:Becoming GM at AVA SecurityWhy he joined AVABuilding cultureHis approach to managementGrowing up in Boston with a stepdadBeing a decathleteExercise and food for longevityTrying to hard close a car dealerMistakes as a young managerAn important truth very few people agree with him onA new habit that has most improved his lifeBeing a better husband than 3-5 years agoBeing a better father than 3-5 years agoInstilling accountability in his kids

Today you'll hear from my good friend Kendal Quinn. Kendal is an American expat living in Portugal. He is a sales manager at Cisco, and father of 3 sweet girls.  We discussed: What it's like relocating a family of 5 to another continent with a new languageFood he is loving in Portugal, food he wishes he could get from back homeWhat was harder than expected about movingAdvice for others thinking about moving internationallyLessons learned from his dadCareer journeyMentorsHobbiesBooks that have changed his lifeBeing open about faith in his professional lifeWhy he chose a life of sobrietyMeeting his wife in a dog parkEquality, teamwork, and communication in marriageproactively sync'ing as a coupleSunica.org

Today I spoke to Ron Haas, Partner at PwC, Head of Leadership and Executive Development, and Father of 8. Among other things, we discussed: Overview of Management Consulting and what Partners doThe importance of a human connection and being an authentic person"No other success can compensate for failure in the home."Husband first, Father secondWork-Life Harmony instead of work-life balanceBecoming really good at listeningHaving a foundation of faithThoughts on raising teenagersReinforcing good behavior with kidsWhy boundaries are goodChoosing to act rather than being acted uponGratitude and relationships

Today I spoke to Jeff Moore, a  Director of Sales, STEM non-profit founder, and Father of 3 We Discussed: Overview of channel sales Putting the most important things in place (family) while chasing 200% of planHis approach to managing an experienced and successful teamWhat does a Director of Sales operations do at Cisco?Spotlight on the Connected Black ProfessionalsFounding a program called Roots in STEM kidsThe importance of exposing underprivileged kids to STEM careers Growing up as the son of a High School principal in LouisianaBeing married to his High School sweetheart for 34 years and goingAttending Southern University and joining the  Marching BandThe value of having parents with high expectationsWorking his way up from an unstructured entry-level sales jobBeing there for othersIn what ways is he a better husband and father than 3-5 years ago?One thing he's nailing as a parentHaving faith in a higher beingTips for overcoming a bad dayGood causes he's passionate about

Today you'll hear from Brandon Smith, The Workplace Therapist, executive coach, adjunct professor, and father of 3.  Working for the world's worst bossStarting a business with virtually no network and experienceChallenges consulting for large companies, nonprofits, and startupsParticularly bad workplacesWhen politics trumps performanceWhat every startup needs: clear roles, clear expectations, balanced feedback (more positive than negative)Why cleaning up nonprofits is way more work than for profit institutionsWhy C-level leaders are herding cats most of the time: managing politics and managing stakeholdersThe Hot Sauce Principle - what to do when everything is urgent all the timeWhat it's like being an adjunct professorFavorite classes he's taughtThoughts on open workspacesWalking into other people's houses as an adventurous 5 year oldOrange Theory fitnessFavorite purchase under $100Failures that turned into net positivesThe most valuable tattoo: Purpose, Courage, and Faith with Will in the middlePosture Work: Customized Yoga via Egoscue technique that relieved chronic back painKids are like a box of chocolatesTeaching accountability and mental toughness to childrenDecision Makers PayOzzy ManMake A Wish Foundation & Give Kids The World https://theworkplacetherapist.com/https://twitter.com/theWPTherapisthttps://theworkplacetherapist.com/podcast/

Today you'll hear from Jonathan Kay, the Canadian Editor at Quillette, a  Podcast Host, Board Game Enthusiast, and Father of 3.  What is Quillette and how did it get started?The label-less platform for free thoughtWriting 10,000 word articles full of logic and scientifically defensible argumentsOverview of his TEDx talk: Why political correctness works for no oneThoughts on Cancel Culture, Rioting, and moreGrowing up in MontrealIntense board gamesJohn Kennedy Toole's: Confederacy of DuncesA failure that led to a net positiveBecoming a better father and husband than 3-5 years agoHow eating dinner together improved his family lifeThe value of exercise and fresh airHow wolves became an amazing species we call dogsThe Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis, and Malaria https://twitter.com/jonkayhttps://quillette.com/https://medium.com/@jonkay/latest-articles-3fe43fbdccehttps://www.theglobalfund.org/en/

Today you'll meet David Hirsch, an Investment Banking SVP, Father of 5, Founder of the Illinois Fatherhood Initiative, and the Founder of the Special Fathers Network, a nonprofit connecting dads of special needs children and mentors and mentees.Highlights:-Growing up with a single mom-Having a strong male role model-Starting a nonprofit as a Dadvocate-Receiving 30,000 essays-Biking 2200 miles in 21 days -Going on Oprah-Getting close to shutting down his 1st nonprofit-Starting the Special Father's Network-Hosting a podcast-Using fear as a motivation-Breaking the cycle of father absence-Conversion to Catholicism-Skydiving and bungee jumping on family vacation-Lessons learned as a father of adult children https://21stcenturydads.org/http://www.4fathers.org/

Today you'll hear from Joe Martin. We talk about his experience in analytics, marketing, and content production at Adobe and CloudApp.  As usual, we also profile his life story, including childhood, college, career, mentors, approach to parenting, and the importance of mental health. Enjoy.

Marvyn is a strategy consultant, father of 2, and founder of a group called Dope Black Dads, which is a strong network of black dads who communicate regularly on the important topics that guys rarely talk about or seek out peer advice on. He has a great system for developing trust, accountability, and even calling BS on your closest friends as they work towards becoming the best dads they can.   I had a blast talking with Marvyn talking about not just dope black dads, but his life story and approach to parenting. He was very open and engaging, and he has such a positive focus and empowering message that we all need to hear. Enjoy! 

Today you'll hear from Aaron, a UFC Reporter and Content Editor at TSN and Father of 3. The upcoming UFC fight he is most excited aboutWhy Toronto is awesomeHis approach to working with Dana WhiteHow he got into media production and broadcastingMentors and HobbiesLessons learned as a husbandHow he has improved as a dad in the last 3-5 yearsBest purchase he's made in the last yearAdvice for those interested in broadcasting

OUR FIRST FEMALE GUEST! Today you'll hear from The Dad Whisperer, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield, a licensed counselor, PhD, author, and wife. She specializes in father-daughter relationships. Dr. Michelle shares practical takeaways for dads of daughters, including several fun, funny, and inspirational stories. http://www.drmichellewatson.com/https://twitter.com/mwatsonphd

Today you'll hear from Brandon, a Prosthodontist, Entrepreneur, Inventor, Veteran, and Father of 6.What is a prosthodontist? What are fake teeth made of? Buying and merging dental practices. Managing Human Resources as a first-time owner/manager. The surprises of being a business owner. The value of being an associate vs going straight to owner. Seeing a problem and patenting a solution. Advice to other entrepreneurs. Learning to sell a product from scratch. Licensing vs. building a business. The joys of USAF basic training for medical officers. Deciding on Doctor vs. Dentist. Getting a $66,000 punch in the gut. Paying off debt vs. enjoying life with the kids.A funny story about yelling at the kids. Using the socratic method with kids. Operation Underground Railroad. (https://ourrescue.org/)https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-kofford-6362b026/https://www.smartdentureconversions.com/https://www.caryprosthodontics.com/

Today you'll hear from Jeff, a PhD and Associate Director in Bioinformatics and Genomics and Father of 3.What is genomics? Current research and the latest developments with stem cells. The future of injury treatments. Videos being stored in human cells and replayed across the world. How "facts" from 5 years ago are proven wrong through the scientific method.CRISPR. How to fix every cell in the human body through gene editing. Transitioning from a role with technical expertise into leadership and business development. Using raw DNA files from Ancestry.com or 23andMe to get further insights through affordable DNA analysis tools. Why every human is genetically broken. Growing up in Wyoming. Playing Track and Football in college. Advice for driven college students entering the real world. Staying fit through exercise and intermittent fasting. BE AWESOME! Parenting and Marriage advice. What he's learning lately as a dad. (Patience, respect, space). How to snap out of a bad day. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsjasper/

Today we are joined by Gavin Christensen, Founder and Managing Partner of Kickstart Fund (Venture Capital), Adjunct Professor, Board Member, Father of 2What is Venture Capital? What is a seed fund?Starting his own VC fund in the middle of the Great RecessionThe benefits and challenges of working in a small, growing businessBarely skating by (career, family, life) in the early years of entrepreneurshipWhat founders have that others don't What motivates successful founders (hint: not just money)What has changed in the industry during the last decade?Background on successful investments and failuresFollowing "the Steph Curry Model"What is a dragon in VC?How often do venture investments pan out?A very memorable first board meetingThoughts on starting your own company vs working for someone elseGrowing up all over with two different family culturesInvesting in your family while sprinting in your careerBeing open and honest about failures and not having all the answersCausing (and avoiding/repairing) collateral damage in the familyIf we forgive ourselves, we can be open to our weaknessesGetting a lifelong chronic illness during his early 20sFamily fun with a One Wheel, Air Stream, and Flight BoardThe single theme included in every great bookThe importance of counseling and self-awarenessThe arrogance associated with forgiving others but not yourselfLessons learned in the past few years of parenting teenagersThe exciting world of Virtual Reality https://www.kickstartfund.com/https://twitter.com/gavin_kickstarthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinchristensen/

Today you'll hear from a CrossFit World Record Holder, Fitness Coach, and Father of 1:Squatting 500 lbs and running a sub 5 minute mile in the same dayDoes Crossfit lead to injuriesWorking out and coaching each day with the 2015 Fittest Man on EarthGoing from High School star to the small guy in collegeBattling through concussionsGetting into coaching on a whimHow "fit" can someone possibly be? (Where will CrossFit be in 10 years?)How 8 yrs of experience has changed his coaching philosophyGrowing up a Navy BratRedefining the Dad BodDoubting yourself Fluctuations in disciplineUsing daily goals to reach long-term goalsWeird habits and routinesAdvice for new dadsUtilizing Task Management to turn around a bad day https://www.instagram.com/adamklink/?hl=enebook with training plan for heavy squats and fast mile run: https://gumroad.com/l/YNxoC https://crossfitkrypton.com/https://dadbodfitnessonline.com/

Today you'll hear from: Jared, a Vice Chair of Strategy at Duke Health, Doctor, Professor, Bishop, and Father of 8:Who makes decisions in medicineHow Covid is impacting his practiceChanges he'd make if he were healthcare CzarWhy medical residents get shaftedChallenges of fee-for-service healthcareLifelong pursuit of learningBenefits of an MBAThe Christensen family "5 to survive"Holding family outings that aren't trainwrecksDaily connections with each childRad Aid https://twitter.com/JRadMD

Today you'll hear from Larry,  a Retired SVP at Cisco, avid Golfer, and Proud father of 3:How not getting money for college was a blessing in disguiseWhy he switched into sales from engineeringWhat happens when your employer is bought by another companyBeing announced as a new manager without being offered the jobA failure from his early years in managementThe importance of a sleep routineWhat he is doing right as a parentWhy 'follow your passion' may not be good adviceHow he recovers from bad daysWhy marriage is a 60/40 partnership https://twitter.com/lpaynecisco

Today you'll hear from Shay, a Burn survivor, Father of 5, Team USA IronMan Athlete, Author, and Motivational Speaker:How he develops mental toughness in his kidsGetting 65% of his body burned as an 8-yr-oldThe life-changing impact a Get-Well card can haveSedating a bear with a syringe in your hand rather than darting itHow getting smoked by an old man in a workout changed his lifeOnly being able to sweat through part of your bodyPlaying little-league baseball when you can't raise your armHow to get into endurance running from scratchWhy he does not stretch and does eat pizza before each raceWhy Gratitude is the key  Learn more at:https://shayeskew.com/https://twitter.com/ShayEskewShay's Book:https://www.amazon.com/Shay-Eskew/e/B07HFDGVPF%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Today you'll hear from Paul Stewart,  a former pro athlete, Father of 4, Technology Salesman, and all-around good guy:Why baseball pitchers hit battersGrowing up in Garner, NCUnleashing creativity to build relationshipsUsing his experience as a pro athlete to inform how he coaches his kidsBest purchase under $100 he he's made in the last year

 Today my special guest is JJ Mahon: Combat Helicopter Pilot, Math Teacher, Sales ManagerJJ is a friend and role model who I always enjoy speaking to. We talk about getting married at 18 yrs old, joining the army, briefly dying and then recovering from a deadly helicopter crash, transitioning from the army to a few civilian jobs, including teaching high school math, and eventually winding up in technology sales as an individual contributor and then manager.Bonus: Lessons learned as a dad.

Today you'll hear from Ruben:  a startup founder, Y-combinator alum, podcast host, man of faith, future father of 5.After entering silicon valley as an outsider, he was inspired to start a company (careerkarma.com) that connects job seekers with qualified tech bootcamps that rapidly reskill people at little to no cost and place them in entry-level tech jobs making a good salary with benefits. We talk about throwing massive hip-hop dance parties in Atlanta, studying music at a religious school, disruption in the classic education model, how someone can go from making a meager hourly wage to earning a salary with benefits, Income Share agreements, finding mentors when you start with none, and being open about having faith while living in a secular world.  Contact Ruben:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubenharris/https://www.instagram.com/rubenharrishttps://twitter.com/rubenharrishttps://careerkarma.com/

Today you'll hear from Jeff: an entrepreneur, consultant and happily married father of 2. We discuss his childhood growing up as the son of a teacher, his time studying music, economics, and business strategy in college. He worked at McKinsey, Vivint, and several startups. We discuss the fear of failing, enjoying the journey, "Final 5" primaries, rank-choice voting, entering tech as a non-tech person, mentors, being wrong, lessons he's learning as a dad, and the best book to give virgins who are getting married.  I think you'll love this episode with Jeff, but please let me know what you think. If you have certain questions you'd like me to ask future guests, or any other feedback, message me on LinkedIn, or write a review on one of the podcast platforms and I'll find it. Thank you!

Today we'll hear from Richard Yeargin: Former Clemson Football and Boston College Scholar Athlete, non-profit founder, Father of 1.Following in his older brother's footsteps, he became a football star, eventually being ranked as a top linebacker-DE. Richard chose to play college football at Clemson University, where he made numerous highlight plays during his first years on campus. The summer before his junior year, right as his football life is peaking, when he was projected to be a starter on a dominant team, he suffered a terrible car accident that among other serious injuries, broke his neck. Richard battled through a 2-yr recovery going through rehab and therapy while helping his teammates as a student coach. He briefly retired from football, and then after a surprising recovery, chose to play his senior year at Boston College in the fall of 2019. As he contemplates starting his career in pro football or entering the corporate world, he has stayed active. He recently founded the RY3 Foundation, a non-profit geared towards assisting underprivileged youth in South Florida.  Richard has a beautiful fiancee and is the dedicated father of an 18 month old son. Richard has been described as an old soul, and I think that's fitting. He's one of the most thoughtful people I know. He doesn't seem like a 23 year old.  I hope you enjoy the conversation as Richard opens up on a variety of topics. He is a good man.  I want to thank Richard for eagerly accepting the invite to join an upstart podcast and putting up with a rookie interviewer who fumbled multiple questions and gave the audience more "umms" and "you know"s than they'd like to hear.  Neither the quality of my interviewing skills nor the audio file is where I'd like it to be. Rather than waiting for perfection to somehow arrive without experience and investment, I'm forcing myself to publish this episode as the first of many. In entrepreneur-speak, this is the minimum viable product for my new side project. It will only get better from here. I genuinely appreciate you listening. Please let me know what you think. If you have certain questions you'd like me to ask future guests, or any other feedback, message me on LinkedIn, or write a review on one of the podcast platforms and I'll find it. Thank you!

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