INTERSECTIONS, An Avondale Originals Podcast

Sneakerhead. Co-Founder of Private Selection and Content Creator Larry Singleton welcomes Sports Marketer, Alex Guerrero, to his boutique to discuss the inspiration behind starting their own business, their stories of successes, and the many pivots along the way. Embracing their underdog upbringings, they share a mutual respect for putting in your dues, doing what you love, and never giving up. This episode features Larry Singleton Jr. in the Mercedes-Benz GLS-600 Maybach and Alex Guerrero in the all-electric EQS, courtesy of Avondale Dealerships.

Sneakerhead. Co-Founder of Private Selection and Content Creator Larry Singleton welcomes Sports Marketer, Alex Guerrero, to his boutique to discuss the inspiration behind starting their own business, their stories of successes, and the many pivots along the way. Embracing their underdog upbringings, they share a mutual respect for putting in your dues, doing what you love, and never giving up. This episode features Larry Singleton Jr. in the Mercedes-Benz GLS-600 Maybach and Alex Guerrero in the all-electric EQS, courtesy of Avondale Dealerships. About our Guests: LARRY SINGLETON JR. is an entrepreneur and YouTube Content creator originally from Wichita Falls, TX. Larry found success after opening his first retail boutique Private Selection in 2018. In 2020, he created a YouTube channel documenting the multiple facets of running a clothing and sneaker store. Now, Private Selection has become synonymous with being responsible for many “First Looks” at upcoming sneaker releases and has amassed hundreds of thousands of subscribers as well as millions of monthly content views. ALEX GUERRERO: Originally born in the Dominican Republic. Alex Guerrero found success in the sport of Football receiving a full-ride scholarship to Boise State University where he was a 4-year letter winner. My professional career included time with the Minnesota Vikings, Seattle Seahawks, and the KC Chiefs of the National Football League followed by NFL Europe, CFL, and AFL stints. In 2009 was co-founder of Gridiron Dreams Football Academy a youth football camp. IN 2012 founded Elite Sports Society now The Society LLC. #INTERSECTIONS #AvondaleOriginals #Season2 #Entrepreneurship

In this Season 2 Premiere episode of INTERSECTIONS, Nastia Liukin and Noora Bass meet- up in the bustling city of Dallas, Texas, at the historic Adolphus Hotel to catch up on life, share pivotal moments, drive dream cars, and discuss how their definition of success has evolved over their many careers. Despite different backgrounds, their shared experiences and values provide the foundation for a provoking conversation about overcoming adversity in pursuit of the other side of fear. The vehicles featured in this episode are two iconic luxury SUVs - the Mercedes-Benz G 550 (G-Wagon) driven by Nastia Liukin & the performance-focused Aston Martin DBX by Noora Bass - courtesy of Avondale Dealerships.

In this episode of INTERSECTIONS, Nastia Liukin and Noora Bass meet- up in the bustling city of Dallas, Texas, at the historic Adolphus Hotel to catch up on life, share pivotal moments, drive dream cars, and discuss how their definition of success has evolved over their many careers. Despite different backgrounds, their shared experiences and values provide the foundation for a provoking conversation about overcoming adversity in pursuit of the other side of fear. The vehicles featured in this episode are two iconic luxury SUVs - the Mercedes-Benz G 550 (G-Wagon) driven by Nastia Liukin & the performance-focused Aston Martin DBX by Noora Bass - courtesy of Avondale Dealerships. ABOUT OUR GUESTS: NASTIA LIUKIN won five medals at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, including the coveted All-Around Gold medal. She has since been inducted into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame, USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame, and the United States Olympic Hall of Fame. After retiring from the sport at the age of 22, Nastia set out to make her mark on the world beyond her athletic career. She began commentating with NBC, solidifying her position as one of gymnastics' best analysts. She started a digital platform, The Muse Collective, to provide tools, resources, and community to those who otherwise may not have access to such opportunities. And, she founded one of the most anticipated events in gymnastics, The Nastia Liukin Cup. Tapping into the loyal fan base she has cultivated over the last thirteen years, Nastia launched her influencer business, which has led to collaborations with world-leading brands and retailers. As a five-time Olympic Medalist, Nastia has dedicated her life to setting dream-worthy goals and working tirelessly to achieve them. She hopes to use her platforms to inspire and empower the next generation and her local community to do the same. NOORA BASS is a Global Real Estate Advisor and Dallas Realtor at Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty. Shortly after transitioning from a five-year career in wedding planning, she transitioned into the luxury real estate space and found her true passion. Noora joined the award-winning Faisal Halum Group team that produced 170 million in residential sales in 2021 and is the top-producing team companywide. Noora considers herself a citizen of the world: she was born in London, England with American/ Middle Eastern roots and later moved to the US full-time to attend Boston College. She has lived in five cities and finally found her home in Dallas. #INTERSECTIONS #Season2 #AvondaleDealerships #WomeninBusiness

We've reached the Season 1 FINALE Episode of INTERSECTIONS, and what better way to celebrate than by bringing two notable Dallasites who've heavily influenced the evolving culture in Dallas, Texas. Stephan Pyles, legendary chef, restaurateur, author, and philanthropist, along with WT Greer III, singer/songwriter, and musician who, like Avondale's Founders, had their start in Dallas' Oak Lawn neighborhood in the ‘80s, and have now watched the booming metroplex grow up and evolve into the city they always knew it could be. Chef Pyles arrives in a Porsche Taycan while WT Greer drives a Maserati Levante SUV to meet for a conversation at Fireside Pies located in Grapevine, Texas.

Super Bowl Champion, 2022 NFL Hall of Fame Finalist, & Fitness Entrepreneur DeMarcus Ware comes back for his second appearance on INTERSECTIONS, this time sitting across from Academy Award Winning Filmmaker and Animator, Brandon Oldenburg. They discuss Mickey Mouse, Red Ranger, and DeMarcus & Brandon's pivotal roles in bringing their teams together to reach the pinnacle of their respective industries. The vehicles driving our guests for Episode 5 are the Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 Coupe and Porsche Cayenne Coupe. This episode was recorded at the ReelFx studio in Dallas, Texas. #INTERSECTIONS #AvondaleOriginals #Season1 #GoalMotivated

In this podcast episode, Yasmeen Tadia, a former HR professional turned Confectionary Visionary & Mom of the Year exchanges pivotal moments, lessons & learnings, and fond memories from nearly a decade of friendship, with Dallas' own Luxury Retail & Experience Guru, Chuck Steelman of Trademark Properties. This episode was filmed at the Tower Club (Dallas), and features the Bentley Bentayga Hybrid SUV & Aston Martin DBX SUV courtesy of the Avondale Premier Collection. #INTERSECTIONS #AvondaleOriginals #Season1 #WearingAlltheHats

In this extended episode of the INTERSECTIONS podcast & original series, we bring together two influential trailblazers in our North Texas community, Jenna Owens (Founder of Fitish & Former Radio Host) and Christa Brown-Sanford (Partner and the Deputy Chair of the Intellectual Property Department at Baker Botts LLP ), to share their stories, career journeys, and most impactful lessons learned along the way. As you listen you'll find that they both reference intentionally pursuing career paths, partnerships, and community collaborations that personify & enrich their authentic self. This episode features the Maserati Quattroporte and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 43 provided for by Avondale Dealerships in Grapevine, Texas. #INTERSECTIONS #AvondaleOriginals #DallasTexas

From their successful business ventures to favorite sports cars, two Dallas-Fort Worth super-entrepreneurs, Chad Willis and Nick Boulle discover their intersections at Eagles Canyon Raceway. The catch? One of our guests also happens to also be a decorated professional racing driver, and we conveniently budgeted enough time for some private track lessons in the McLaren 720s. Near the end of this episode, listen closely for tips on how to tackle the track and client-centric business like our guests. This episode features the McLaren 720S and the Porsche 911 Turbo S provided for by Avondale Dealerships in Grapevine, Texas. #INTERSECTIONS #AvondaleOriginals

In this series-premiere episode of INTERSECTIONS, we bring Dallas Cowboys Defensive End, Demarcus Lawrence, and former Super Bowl Champion (Denver Broncos), and Fitness Entrepreneur, Demarcus Ware together. D-Ware and D-Law take off their helmets and dive into life off the field, entrepreneurship, and the importance of making a positive impact on the community. This episode features the Bentley Flying Spur W12 and the new Rolls-Royce Ghost provided by the Avondale Premier Collection in Dallas, Texas. #INTERSECTIONS #AvondaleOriginals

This series brings together entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, and creative visionaries for a glimpse into their lives as they discover their common intersections and reveal fascinating insights through engaging and informative conversations. Each episode is set amongst some of Dallas-Fort Worth's most iconic sites and driven by some of the world's best automobiles. The series title "INTERSECTIONS" traces back to Avondale Group's heritage, paying homage to the intersection of Oak Lawn and Avondale, where the founders first opened their first Mercedes-Benz dealership in 1987. Now Avondale Group represents some of the world's most amazing luxury vehicle brands providing elevated experiences, and now, provoking elevated conversations through this podcast. After listening to our conversations here, we encourage you to visit our YouTube Channel to see more from our guests and the cars featured in each episode. For more information on Avondale and INTERSECTIONS, visit www.Avondale.com. #INTERSECTIONS #AvondaleOriginals