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The name describes exactly what this podcast is about- Real Conversations- real people connecting with each other. The goal of this podcast is to have 500 meaningful conversations. Simple, easy, straight-forward. Hosted by Jacob O'Connor, who also hosts &

Jacob O'Connor


    • May 26, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 155 EPISODES

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    The Real Conversations podcast is an absolute gem in the world of podcasting. Hosted by Jacob, this show offers a refreshing and authentic take on discussions in various areas. From the moment I started listening, I was hooked and thoroughly enjoyed my experience with this podcast.

    One of the best aspects of The Real Conversations podcast is Jacob's natural talent for hosting. He is well-prepared and asks thoughtful questions that truly make it feel like a real conversation. It's evident that he does his homework and genuinely cares about creating engaging content for his listeners. This level of dedication and passion shines through in every episode. Furthermore, the range of guests that Jacob invites on the show is diverse and intriguing. It keeps the conversations fresh and allows for different perspectives to be shared.

    Another positive aspect of this podcast is its authenticity. Nothing feels scripted or drawn out; instead, it flows naturally like a regular conversation between friends. This approach creates an immersive listening experience that makes you feel like you're right there in the room with them. Additionally, The Real Conversations podcast touches on a wide range of topics, making it appealing to a broad audience. Whether you're interested in personal growth, business, relationships, or any other aspect of life, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

    While it's hard to find any major flaws with The Real Conversations podcast, one minor downside is that occasionally some topics may not resonate with every listener. However, this is subjective and ultimately comes down to personal preferences. With such a diverse range of discussions covered, it's inevitable that not all episodes will speak directly to everyone's interests.

    In conclusion, The Real Conversations podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking genuine and meaningful discussions across various topics. Jacob has created something truly special here by providing a platform for real conversations to take place. With his excellent hosting skills and commitment to delivering engaging content, I have no doubt that this podcast will continue to thrive and captivate listeners. I am eagerly looking forward to future episodes and the fascinating conversations that lie ahead.



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    Latest episodes from Real Conversations

    #154 Kip Fulks: Co-Founder of Under Armour

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 48:57


    Kip Fulks is the Co-Founder of Under Armour, which he helped start in a basement with Kevin Plank and eventually grew it into a $4.5 billion dollar publicly traded company. He is a partner in Origin USA alongside Pete Roberts and Jocko Willink, and owns Big Truck Brewery and Bushwack Alaska Adventures.Kip and I discuss what he learned through starting and IPO'ing Under Armour, the importance of developing grit, what it's like working with Jocko Willink, why he takes ice bath's, the advice he'd give his 23 year old self, and much more.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Kip's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/13pacificwaves/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #153 Life Update / Q&A: Greatness, Mindset, & Our Biggest Sales Week Yet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 31:53


    If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot,https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #152 Harley Schmidt- Successful Entrepreneur: From High School Dropout to Selling His Company and Building a Luxury Ranch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 42:56


    Harley Schmidt is a high school dropout who became a successful entrepreneur through persistence and faith. Harley built and sold a company, bought and flipped a luxury ranch, and has built an incredible life with his wife and family.Harley opens up about how his relationship with God shaped his mindset, guided his business decisions, and kept him grounded through massive wins.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #151 Four Take-Aways From 6 Months in Business & Graduating 2 Years Ago

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 15:24


    If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #150 SB Mowing- 50M Followers & 3B+ Annual Views: Sacrifice, Consistency, & Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 64:45


    Spencer "SB Mowing" has built a media empire with 50M social media followers, 2M YouTube subscribers, and 3B+ annual views. 3.5 years ago he started mowing one overgrown lawn for free each week and uploading it. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Spencer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sbmowing/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnorSB Mowing's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SBMowingSB Mowing's Website: https://sbmowing.com/

    #149 David Meltzer - Lessons from Losing $100M (RC Rewind Series)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 27:20


    ​​David Meltzer is the Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire. He is a globally recognized entrepreneur, investor, and top business coach.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #148 6 Months in Business (Ft. Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 26:12


    If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #147 Jerry Grunewald- VP of R&D at Invista, a Koch Industries Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 64:10


    Jerry Grunewald is the Vice President of R&D / Technology at Invista, a world leading provider of fibers, intermediates, and specialty chemicals. He has been instrumental in product / technology development.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Jerry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-grunewald-2742b414/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #146 Quinn Robertson- Holistic Living & Longevity

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 64:52


    Quinn Robertson runs an angel investment group in Arkansas.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnorReal Conversation's Instagram: YouTube Channel: 

    #145 Going the Distance: Maximize your Compounding

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 14:35


    If a normal person works 5 days / week, and you work 6, you will accomplish 20% more in a given week than the first person. If you work 7 days / week, you'll accomplish 40% more. Apply this to a long enough time horizon, and you'll be so much further along, it won't even be close. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #144 Johnathan Weigand- J.P. Weigand & Sons: Kansas' Oldest & Largest Real Estate Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 44:01


    J.P. Weigand & Sons is Kansas' largest and oldest real estate company, which started in 1902. Johnathan Weigand is the 4th generation in the process of taking the business over to carry on his great-grandfather's legacy. We discussed his families' history, the pressure of success, what keeps him motivated, how he decompresses, and what he's trying to build in his life.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/J.P. Weigand & Sons: https://www.weigand.com/Johnathan's Bio: https://www.weigand.com/agent-bio/jweigandReal Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #143 RC Rewind: Rick Crandell- Hiking 58 Mountains at 64 Years Old

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 22:07


    Rick is a successful tech entrepreneur who exited his company and has met with Bill Gates. Later in his life, inspired by his dog Emme, Rick took on Mountain Climbing. Starting at age 64, Rick has gone on to climb all 58 mountains (14,000+ ft) in the Rocky Mountains.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #142 Life Update / Q&A: Balancing Business & Fitness, Staying Locked In, & Fear (Ft. Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 33:17


    If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #141 Why You Should Do Hard Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 6:42


    If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #140 Hunter LaMunyon- Building His Own Real Estate Portfolio at 25 Years Old

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 64:59


    Hunter LaMunyon (CCIM) is a real estate investor building his own portfolio while also a commercial sales and leasing agent for Lange Real Estate. At 25, he's earned some incredible opportunities and built a remarkable network as the consequence of hard work and focus.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lothttps://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Hunter's LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-lamunyon/Hunter's X:https://x.com/hunter_lamun?mx=2Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #139 Rob Gerlach- Analyzing History's Greatest Entrepreneurs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 72:47


    Rob Gerlach is a former IP attorney and business junkie. We discuss history's greatest entrepreneurs and what enabled them to be successful. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #138 Bryce Lob- Founder of Una Vida Tequila & One Life Spirits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 72:26


    Bryce Lob is a successful entrepreneur and Founder of Una Vida Tequila, Le Bon Whiskey, El Trago, & Hi-Post Vodka. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Bryce's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brycelob/?hl=en⁠ One Life Spirits: https://www.onelifespirits.com/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #137 Ambitious 2025 Goals (Ft. Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 51:07


    Jon and I share our 2025 goals pertaining to business, fitness, and our personal lives. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #136 Brady Palen- NCAA 1st Team All-American, USC Track & Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 59:52


    Brady Palen is a Division 1 high jumper for the University of Southern California. He's First Team All-American, Top 15 in the NCAA, 6x All-Conference, and 3rd in Wichita State history with a 7'3.25 jump. He was named the 2024 Shocker Male Athlete of the Year. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Brady's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ballin.palen/ Real Conversations' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

    #135 Tom Gentile- Former CEO of Spirit Aerosystems, President of GE Capital, & VP of CBS Corporation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 65:38


    Tom Gentile has been an Executive leading large multinational companies (15,000+ employees and $3B+ AUM) for the past 20 years. Including being the former CEO of Spirit Aerosystems, President of GE Capital, and VP of CBS. He is the former Chair of the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) and serves on the Advisory Board to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.  Tom has a degree in economics from Harvard University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. And he studied international relations at the London School of Economics. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #134 A Lot Can Change In a Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 4:33


    I discuss how 2024 went and what I'm doing to make 2025 my best year yet. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #133 Evan O'Connor- Ultramarathon Runner, Wildland Firefighter, & Farmer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 49:22


    We discuss our spontaneous 50k (31 mile) run earlier this week, death by sauna, the importance of doing hard things, and living an intentional life. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ OC Farms Honey Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ocfarmshoney/⁠ Evan's Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/theevanoc/⁠ My YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #132 Grant Johnson- College Dropout, Inventor, & Founder of ChatterBox

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 108:52


    Grant Johnson is a college dropout, inventor, was Koch Industries youngest employee ever at 19 years old, and more recently is the Founder of ChatterBox- a language learning app. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Grant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantjohnsoncreates/ Check Out ChatterBox: https://chatterboxlabs.io Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

    #131 Life Update / Q&A: Aggressive Growth vs. Patience, Pushing Through, & Dream Car (Ft. Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 40:31


    Jon and I share how our second month in business has been going, what our lives have looked like, and answer questions submitted by Real Conversations' listeners. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #130 Dr. Derek Sorrells- Serial Entrepreneur: The Arcade, Just A Sip, Flight 1868, & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 60:42


    Derek is a serial retail entrepreneur who owns 6 different concepts including: The Arcade, Just A Sip, Flight 1868, Let's Go Build, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Follow Me on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor⁠ Connect with Derek on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dereksorrells/ Follow Me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-o-connor-89a708167/ Scion Capital Partners: https://scioncapitalpartners.com/

    #129 RC Rewind: Justin Su'a - Mental Performance Coach: Boston Red Sox, Tampa Bay Rays, & Cleaveland Browns

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 29:12


    If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832⁠ Jacob's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/⁠ Justin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinsua/

    #128 100 Mile Ultramarathon Attempt (Ft. Evan O'Connor)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 42:57


    Evan and I recount our 100 mile ultramarathon attempt from this past weekend. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832⁠ Jacob's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/⁠ OC Farms Honey Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ocfarmshoney/⁠ Evan's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theevanoc/⁠

    #127 Life Update / Q&A: Our First Month in Business (ft. Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 37:46


    Please share this episode with a friend. Jon and I share how our first month in business with the restaurant has been going, what our lives have looked like, and answer questions submitted by Real Conversations' listeners. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #126 Dane Laughlin- Risk, Mental Models, & Pivotal Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 95:34


    Dane Laughlin is one of the leading experts in the XR industry developing cutting edge technology. He has been asked to speak at notable conferences including MIT (x2) and Amazon ReInvent. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot: https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Dane's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danelaughlin/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #125 The Price of Ambition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 12:31


    If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #124 Logan Mize- Country Music Artist with over 1 Billion Streams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 55:59


    Logan is a country music artist with 1+ billon streams of his music across all platforms with hits including "Better Off Gone", "Grew Apart", and "Albuquerque". He has opened for Lady Antebellum, The Band Perry, Eric Church, Blake Shelton, Hank Williams and Merle Haggard. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot:https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Logan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loganmize/Logan's Website: https://www.loganmize.com/Real Conversations Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #123 Zach Bitter- Setting the 100 Mile World Record (6:48 min / mi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 42:12


    Zach Bitter is an ultramarathon runner who held World Records for the 100-mile run and the 12-hour run. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor Check out Zach's website: https://zachbitter.com/ Follow Zach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachbitter

    #122 Quinn Robertson- Director of 412 Angel Group: Success & Building Meaningful Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 63:50


    Quinn Robertson runs an angel investment group in Arkansas. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnorConnect with Quinn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quinn-robertson/

    #121 Locked In: One Week from Grand Opening (Ft. Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 15:56


    Jon and I recap our experience over the past 13 months as we prepare for the Grand Opening of Another Broken Egg Cafe on September 30th. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #120 Jake DeCicco- Co Founder of Super Coffee: The $500M+ Bottled Coffee Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 46:25


    Jake DeCicco is the Founder of the #3 bottled coffee brand in the US, Super Coffee. Jordan has been on Shark Tank, the company has raised $150M+ from investors like: Alex Rodriguez, Aaron Rodgers, Jennifer Lopez and removed more than 20,000,000 pounds of sugar from the American diet. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Connect with Jake: https://www.instagram.com/jakedecicco/ Jake's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jake-decicco-42698a66/ Jacob's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtNksWC2r2Q

    #119 Reflection: Momentum & Compounding Consistencies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 17:44


    In this episode, I share some concepts I've been thinking about deeply and effect I believe they've had on my life. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #118 Nick Sansone- Sansone Group: Multi-Generational Family Business with $1.5B Assets Under Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 84:27


    Nick Sansone is a Principal at Sansone Group and a Co-Founder of the Ten 8 Project and Blue Rose Foundation. Sansone Group is a nationally recognized real estate firm started by his father, Anthony Sansone Sr. 67 years ago. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickgsansone/ Sansone Group: https://sansonegroup.com/ Ten 8 Project: https://www.ten8project.org/

    #117 RC Rewind: Dan Fleyshman- Youngest Founder of a Publicly Traded Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 24:00


    Dan is one of the most well connected people I've ever met. In his network are people like: Kim Kardashian, David Goggins, Dan Bilzerian, Logan Paul, Jesse Itzler, and even Tom Brady. In this episode, we discuss Dan's story, how he trademarked the phrase "Who's your Daddy", and leveraging your network. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnorDan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danfleyshman/?hl=en

    #116 Life Update / Q&A: Sacrifice, Personal Goals, & Opening a Restaurant (ft. Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 41:10


    Please share this episode with a friend. Jon and I share how opening the restaurant has been going, what our lives have looked like, and answer questions submitted by Real Conversations' listeners. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #115 Alana Stott- CEO, Author, Philanthropist, TV Producer, & Former Mrs. Scotland

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 49:51


    Alana Stott (wife to Dean Stott from Ep. 114) is a multi-faceted entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist who has founded and developed Wolfraven Omnimedia as a vehicle to help tell amazing and inspirational stories. In 2018, Stott raised $1.3 million dollars for a mental health awareness campaign at the request of Prince Harry. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ Alana's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alanastott/ Alana's Website: https://alanastott.com/

    #114 Cooper Clawson- Growing His Families' Multi-Generational Businesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 90:32


    Cooper is a serial entrepreneur focused on growing his families' businesses (banking, ranching, etc.) and investing in startups. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

    #113 Jacob O'Connor- Podcast Host, Restaurant Co-Owner, & Ultramarathon Runner (Ft. Grant Johnson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 51:59


    Jacob O'Connor is an established podcast host, restaurant co-owner, honey farmer, and ultramarathon runner. In this episode, Grant Johnson interviews Jacob to help his listeners get to know him better. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ Grant's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/grantjohnsoncreates/⁠

    #112 Dean Stott- Special Ops, 2x World Record Holder, Author, & Netflix Star

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 54:37


    Dean Stott is a 2x World Record holder, UK Special Forces Operator, Author, Private Security consultant, and Netflix star of "Worlds Toughest Forces on Earth". If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832⁠ Jacob's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/⁠ Real Conversation's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/⁠ Dean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deanstott/⁠⁠

    #111 Marquis Bradley- Entrepreneur & Personal Trainer: Training the Most Successful CEOs in the U.S.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 90:17


    Marquis Bradley is a successful entrepreneur and personal trainer with an incredible life story. He trains some of the most successful people in the United States, including Chase Koch of Koch Industries. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832⁠ Jacob's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/⁠ Marquis' Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/marquismotivation/⁠⁠ Real Conversation's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/⁠

    #110 Eric Hinman- Successful Entrepreneur, 5x Ironman, & Angel Investor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 47:52


    Eric is a successful entrepreneur, creator, and athlete. He works with and has invested many notable brands including: Ten Thousand, Slate Milk, Ice Barrel, SISU Sauna, The Normal Brand, & more. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ Eric's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erichinman/

    #109 Paul Johnson- Running Across America (3,000 miles in 52 Days)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 46:37


    Paul Johnson is a Naval Officer who ran across America (California to New York) in 52 days to raise money for Team RWB. He documented the whole journey and went viral many times in the process. He recaps the entire experience in this episode. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Paul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauijohnson/ Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ Donate to Team RWB: https://pauljohnson.run/donate Transcontinental Run

    #108 RC Rewind: Bobby Castro- Selling his Company for $1B and $300M in Real Estate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 30:36


    Bobby Castro is a successful entrepreneur and real estate investor. In 2020 he sold his company for $1B and now manages a real estate portfolio of $300M+. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

    #107 Karolina Zavisiute- Ultramarathon Runner & Researcher: The Importance of Discipline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 60:38


    Karolina is a researcher and ultra runner, with her furthest completed race-to-date being 200 miles. We discuss her research paper on ultramarathon runners, race nutrition, perceived injuries vs. real injuries, and the importance of discipline. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Karolina's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karolina.zav/ Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

    #106 Dan Churchill- Celebrity Chef & Hybrid Athlete: Fueling Your Body for Peak Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 42:11


    Dan is an Executive Chef, Hybrid Athlete, and restaurateur who has been featured on Good Morning America, Rich Roll, Men's Health, & Food Network. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot! https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_churchill/ Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ Dan's New Book: Eat Like a Legend Jacob's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #105 100th Episode Celebration (ft. Grant Johnson & Jon Peterson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 105:03


    This episode is a celebration for the 100th episode of the Real Conversations podcast with Grant Johnson and Jon Peterson. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

    #104 Reflection: The Time is Now / Life Update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 13:21


    In this episode, I give a message to my younger self and then share an update on how the restaurant is going. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/ Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

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