Honest-ish With A Side Of Hot Sauce

Break time! Nik and Geoff are taking a break. Episode 36 is a wrap on season 1 and Honest-ish With a Side of Hot Sauce is going on hiatus. What would you like to hear upon return? email: honestishandhotsauce@gmail.com

Geoff is back from Spring Break and shares some stories as a single father driving his children across the country. Nik and Geoff also reflect on their past experiences with cannabis edibles in Michigan. The consensus is to never eat the whole edible. This also transfers to other areas of your life. We've heard "don't bite off more than you can chew." But "don't eat the whole edible" is slightly different. It's more related to "be careful what you wish for." Balance is key.

This week Nik and Geoff interview special guest, Ari Galper, Founder & CEO of Unlock The Game®Ari Galper is the World's #1 Authority On Trust-Based Selling and creator of Unlock The Game®, a new sales mindset and results-oriented approach that has revolutionized the world of selling. With a Masters degree in Instructional Design, which strongly analyzes the way people learn, and supplying nearly two decades of experience in direct selling in a variety of industries, Ari has pioneered a breakthrough sales system – Unlock The Game – through his experience working with iconic companies such as UPS and QUALCOMM over the past twenty years. Built on the concept of authentic communication and trust, his visionary approach to selling relieves the pressure for both the seller and buyer, producing profound results. With over 45,000 subscribers, clients and members (growing at over 1,000 per month) from 38 different countries, including business owners, entrepreneurs and sales professionals, Ari has trained the best of the best and continues to be the most respected and followed sales thought-leader in the industry. Ari has been featured in a multitude of leading sales and business books for his unique and special trust-based sales approach. Interviewed on networks such as CNN Money and Sky News, he has become the foremost authority on selling around the globe. As a sought-after international speaker, Ari presents at sold-out sales seminars and various corporate training events where he demonstrates his ground-breaking methods, making live sales calls in front of audiences. He has shared the stage with fellow entrepreneurs, including Joan Rivers, Mark Victor Hansen, Dan Kennedy, Harry S. Dent, Christopher Howard, Bill Glazer, Alexandria Brown and many others. His strategies have been used by countless global organizations throughout the world. Ari's mission is to help business owners, entrepreneurs and sales professionals, break through their fears of selling as well as create a better lives for themselves, their families and, of course, their clients. Unlock The Game is quickly becoming a the standard for how to create genuine trust for anyone who sells a product or service.https://unlockthegame.com/

Whether breaking off on your own or taking on a side hustle, starting your own business can be intimidating. Nik and Geoff have you covered though. In this episode, Nik interviews Geoff about his spec home project and side business. Geoff responds with what he's learned thus far and includes his expertise as a commercial banker. They also discuss direct mailing and referrals contrasted against digital marketing.

When things happen unexpectantly in life and in business, it can feel like you've been physically hit where it hurts. In this week's episode, Nik and Geoff discuss times that this has occurred in their lives and what they've learned from it. The fellas share ways for you to cope, to pick yourself up, and how to keep moving forward after being punched in the junk--literally and metaphorically.

Nik is back from vacation and has a few things to say about it. Coach Geoff is off this week helping his daughters basketball team grow together and seek victory. Mark steps in to cohost the show again and Katie—Nik's beautiful and creative copilot in life—joins the discussion. The three discuss the high value of taking a vacation and how the recharge contributes to the overall health of your business.

Nik is on vacation this week so Geoff gambles on having Mark on the show. Mark L. Wilson is the owner/operator of New Leonard Media in Traverse City, Michigan, and can be heard often mumbling in the background of Honest-ish episodes. Geoff and Mark discuss the notion of "gatekeeping" from their respective cultural heritage perspectives as well as local business considerations.

This week Justin Richard from Elite Fitness North, Traverse City, Michigan joins Nik and Geoff to share his knowledge and experience as a lifelong entrepreneur. Justin also discusses the pivots and moves that were necessary to survive as a business owner during the Michigan COVID-19 shutdown.

Understanding how we perceive ourselves helps to maintain control of our mindset. "Be open-minded" is something we hear often, but sometimes it is hard to recognize if we are stuck in our own ways. In this episode, Nik and Geoff share how to prevent oneself from being "uncoachable" and achieve success in business and personal life.

This week Nik and Geoff discuss the massive amount of internet grifters and self-proclaimed "experts" on social media. They look at why it's better to have an organic audience built with real value and interest rather than a following of bots and paid social media farms.Don't get us wrong, we certainly would love to be rich and famous too... but only if it comes from hard work and a real contribution to our respective communities.

The boys are off this week. Mark takes over with a compilation of their greatest hits so far. Behold, a mix from the highest-rated episodes and a number of callouts to our favorite social media giant/taekwondo champion.

Personal & Business Growth Mentor, IFBB Pro Athlete, Apex Executive Coach, Founder & CEO at Virago Skin & Body Studio and V Skin Care Line, and Host of the WTF Is Beauty, Anyway? Podcast: Jennifer Carrasco joins the show to talk with the fellas about leadership and entrepreneurism. Jennifer is a wealth of knowledge and experience. Find her on Instagram @jenncarrasco__

This week Nik and Geoff sit down with Sean Mackey, owner of The Magic Shuttle Bus in Traverse City, Michigan. They talk about business, passion, and adrenaline. Sean's story is inspiring and shows how much fun you can have when your passion and business meet.The Magic Shuttle Bus is a Traverse City based tour company, specializing in group tours and event transport. It is one of the most unique and fun forms of hired transportation. https://magicshuttlebus.com/

Is it New Year Resolution or New Year's Resolution? How many days does it take to adopt a new habit? Nik and Geoff wanna know... so they can settle their dispute.For 2021, Honest-ish wants you to NOT make a resolution and to make change when the change is needed, without the confines of a specific date. Listen in as Nik explains why and Geoff gives his feedback.

Guests Ryan and Spencer answer Honest-ish questions about their workplace romance. Nik and Geoff delve deeper into the dynamics of an office relationship while trying to understand what it's like for a couple of private practice owners compared to the supervisor/subordinate relationship in a corporate setting.

The fellas countdown all the things they are choosing to leave in 2020, Nik butchers a dad joke, and Geoff gives creative names to the Netflix and Chill counterparts.

We have a lot of challenges as parents today. Are we ready for them? Are they any different then the challenges our parents faced? Nik and Geoff reminisce on their childhood behaviors and adolescence and try to compare it to parenthood today. Plus they have decided to no longer drop F-bombs on the show. We will do are best to keep it clean for the babies. (We shall see)

Matt and his wife join the guys for this episode to share his life experience and career in the oil field. Being a family man and working away from home has its challenges. Matt and his wife, Natalie talk about how they overcome some of the obstacles and maintain their household.

Geoff reflects on what the holidays were like growing up Jewish and shares what the holidays are like today after marriages, divorces, and blended families. Nik shares his excitement for his baby girl's first Christmas.

Bringing the value--Nik and Geoff discuss the negative consequences of being influenced by toxic people and the benefits of surrounding yourself with positive individuals. Sometimes leaving people behind is tough but necessary for your personal growth.

Honest-ish: with a Side of Hot Sauce Podcast attorney and cyber love doctor, Lane "The Brain" joins the squad to lend his expertise in the world of online dating. Hooked up, stood up, and shook up... our friend breaks down all the pros and cons from his decade of experiences as a lonely introvert navigating the multiple platforms available on the inter-webs.

Nik is back and jealous that Geoff and Shayln got to share their origin story without him. So as a recap, Shayln joins again and is accompanied by Lane, the show's shady gangster lawyer. We learn Geoff is in love and getting married... again..., and Shayln warns listeners of Nik's drunken attempts to box your father in a Mc D's parking lot.

While Nik is out wondering the Midwest on a quest to find the perfect family SUV, Geoff holds down the fort in perfect sh*t-show fashion. He's not alone though. The show is saved by special guest host and friend of the podcast, Shayln. The two discuss their past self-sabotaging behaviors and their personal growth thru 2020. Geoff also shares his attempt to check out Parler and his interest in building an OnlyFans page while Shayln shares her experience having COVID-19.

Geoff's sad about the miscommunication and disinformation that we get bombarded with daily. Nik tries to help him understand it. Together they explore what it might have been like having a pandemic in 90's and discuss the withdrawals the youth of today experience when their tech is taken away.

The election, the pandemic, to mask or not... it's all dividing us and bumming the fellas out. Honest-ish explores what it'll take to bring our families and communities back together and remember we are all neighbors, even if it's time to join a different hockey team.

From popped collars, Ed Hardy jeans, and frosted tips to teaching the community on how not to care for a chaffed crotch! Nik reflects on his time working at The Buckle and Geoff denies ever spending good money on trendy, over-priced clothing.

The fellas reflect on the first 2020 presidential debate, Nik gets introduced to Muckbang AMSR, Geoff is back on the legal dope, and we get an understanding of sibling struggles that occur when dad needs to retire and the bros need step up and run the family business.

In the midst of a state shutdown, Nik founded a Facebook group for friends to share a virtual cheers. The group grew quickly and attracted new friends across the country. Today our hosts reflect on that experience and ask listeners, “what habits did you acquire during the shutdown.?”

Geoff leaves Nik hanging in the alone studio as he leaves to help a stranded old friend. Then the fellas get Honest without the "ish" while conceding to the fact that they love ballads sung by the powerful women of the 80's and 90's. They explore their attraction to these tunes. ***DISCLAIMER these dudes attempt to sing their favorites.

Nik Biddinger opens up about his nighttime incontinence pre and post-adolescence. Geoff Streit gets Honest...ish about an exotic dancer he met in the Upper Penninsula. From drunk dialing to sharting in gym class, this is Honest-ish with a Side of Hot Sauce.

It's understandable that 2020 will forever be known as the year the world stopped and COVID-19 being the reason. But, in this era, it is hard to tell what is legit information and what is political posturing. Some of the logic behind precautionary measures is sound while other mandates seem flawed and irrational. Follow Nik Biddinger and Geoff Streit as they try to come to an understanding regarding this issue.

We are here to make laugh, here to make you mad, here to make you cry, and sometimes, perhaps we are here to bring you value. In this episode Nik Biddinger and Geoff Streit discuss ways to structure your life, make the most out of your time, and help accomplish goals.

Exploring the stigmas attributed to recreational drug use, prescription drug use, and self medicating. Sometimes it seems there is not a difference. Our hosts are Honest-ish and open up about their own personal journey thru drug abuse and medication and compare it to socially accepted practices.

Episode 3 of Honest-ish with a Side of Hot Sauce: Nik and Geoff discuss vulnerability. They dig deep into the heart of their manly man manliness and get honest...ish with themselves.

Our honest (ish) hosts discuss romance, serial dating, and desperation in the desire to be loved. Why do some people fall in love in 8,4 seconds? How do you recognize authentic love at first sight and separate it from lust and infatuation?

Honest-ish With A Side Of Hot Sauce: Episode 1. Nik Biddinger and Geoff Streit share their wisdom, challenge societal standards of masculinity, and push the limits life's journey.