The Coffee Life

Ep 59- Fitness training comes in many different shapes and forms. Seth found his path in college and hasn't looked back. A computer programmer turned coach, his ability to understand precision and function has found him a niche in training high school athletes (along with his other general fitness minded clients.) Find out more at: www.sagestrength.com

Ep 58- Had a great time hearing about the journey of one of NC's legendary rock bands, Beloved, with their guitarist, Dusty Redmon. They rose through the ranks of the hardcore scene of the early 2000's touring with bands like Norma Jean and Underoath. They're back for a couple shows including the 20th anniversary of Furnace Fest. Find out more at: https://www.furnacefest.us/ @beloved.nc @crenshawpentecostal

Ep 57- The process often isn't what you'd expect. Opportunities present themselves when you're not looking and sometimes unprepared. But those moments can define your future! Love to hear the ground up journey of Kylan and Rebekah Reasoner of Sayso Coffee. Find out more at @saysocoffee.

Ep 56- Spencer Aubrey is one of those genuine souls that you benefit from just by meeting him. He's an incredibly talented writer amidst other things. He shares about his journey to discovering poetry, writing for Barista Magazine and perspective vs truth. Find out more at: www.psatthedesk.com www.baristamagazine.com www.knowncoffee.com

Ep 55- Nothing can quite prepare you for opening a business 3 months before a pandemic hits. But Aaron Wall and the crew from Radar Brewing Co survived and are still around to tell the story! Join us as Aaron shares his journey of preparation, what drives him and where he's headed. Find out more at: www.radarbrewingcompany.com @radarbrewingcompany www.knowncoffee.com @knowncoffee

Ep 54- Education was especially challenging in 2020. Took a few minutes to sit with Dr. Bryan Wolfe, head of Winston Salem Christian School, to talk through what it's looked like for them having in person education since Aug, how staff is doing, where they're headed and how their athletics are so amazing for such a small school. Find out more at: www.wschristian.com And always drink better coffee at www.knowncoffee.com

Ep 53- Families. Holidays. It can always be messy. Old ghosts and stories. Feelings. Frustrations. But what if we put that aside to extend the grace we want? Traveling cross country this week, it gave me a lot of time to think on it. Give the greatest gift this holiday- love your family for all they are . . . and aren't. ----------- Sounds: Dakota J "Too Far Gone"

Ep 52- Dr. Tom Nixon sits down to talk about all things health. Chiropractic care isn't just about cracking your back! So much more knowledge from a team that's doing it differently. Hear about his story, what motivates him and how even a surf bum can turn into a doctor. Find out more at: www.twincityhealth.com @twincityhealth Sounds: "Sweetness" by Sweet Whirl And always drink better coffee! Check out our beans at www.knowncoffee.com.

Ep 51- Fashion. Where does it come from? Clothing design isn't something we see someone do often. This episode brings the story of Amanda Vaughn- Redmond to your ear buds. From her early start working for one of the coolest brands to dialing it down into her own brand. Solid stuff from a rad lady- Find out more at: formationdesignstudio.com @formationdesign Sounds by: TSHA "Vibe" RyanHelmsworth "Hail" Brought to you by knowncoffee.com.

Ep 50- All things keeping those pre-2008 Land Rovers running in all their glory! Great episode about a guy that went from the office to the grease pit, doing what he loves one truck at a time. Who doesn't love old Land Rovers?!?!? Learn more at: www.southernoverlandco.com @southernoverlandco

Ep 49- Bryan Ledbetter, creator of everything, joined me today for the first episode in my new city of Winston Salem. The guy shares his story which is one of the creative grind and value of relationships. Good dude. Great story! Learn more at: www.airtype.com (creative agency) @airtype www.camelcitygoods.com (apparel) @camelcitygoods www.theramkat.com (music venue) @theramkat Follow us at @knowncoffeeco Song: Dreamers Delight "Star Dwellers"

Ep 48- Driving alone makes you think about stuff they didn't tell you or maybe even lied to you about. There's many inconsistencies when growing from child to teen to young adult and on. Each presents challenges when trying to assimilate what you've been taught with what actually is. You're not alone in that . . . coming from I95 on 4/13/20. Sounds by @danread

Ep 47- Great information with my good friend from the Collective Group, Matt Goldstein, on the current state of the housing market in Florida. Lots of questions and market twists and turns that he sheds light and strategy on. Find out more at www.thecollectiveagent.com. Sounds by @danread

Ep 46- What are you doing during this pause? How are you releasing what needs to be? How will you be better when it's all over? Sounds by @danread

Ep 45- Finding and importing great coffee ain't easy. Had the chance to sit with Matt Brown of Cafe Imports when he was in town visiting. Find out more at www.cafeimports.com Music by @X/OH! "Cherries and Tea"

Episode 44- Incredible time sitting with local AI guru, Johann Beukes. So many of us have questions about the future of AI but know so little. Johann gives some clarity as to what it really is, where we're heading and if we should be afraid.

Episode 43- It was a pleasure sitting with Tori Lackey as we discussed turning community spaces into foundational places and everything in between. Music: "Go Back Home" by FKJ

Ep 42- Great time talking with Gaida Zirkelback, founder of a new start up, Sustainabase, that uses their online platform to help governments and companies of any size effortlessly collect, analyze, monitor, share, report, control and manage their sustainability data. Find out more at www.sustainabase.com

Episode 41- Second round of the hot seat with Craig Mcinnis and Damian Espinosa. Some good & interesting bits in this one!

Episode 40- I recorded two episodes, with 4 random customers, paired with random questions. Always fun to sit with people and fire off questions without them having time to prepare. Enjoy!

Episode 39 is with WPB Association of Firefighters Union President, Jayson French. We talk everything from what firefighters do on a normal shift to how to become one to how their budgets work. Great discussion with one of the best and a great guy!

Episode 38 Like coffee, the life of a hairstylist is half craft and half counselor/psychologist. In this episode, local hair guru David K shares his philosophy on trends, the creative process and shaping identity through what he does. Musical vibes by Memba "Schools Out"

Ep 37- In this episode, I talk with Derek Bishop about his incredible journey in health and fitness and where it's led him to now. It started with football, evolved into competitive Crossfit but now is all about guiding individuals on their journey to wholistic and long term fitness. He's a wealth of information! Had a great time chatting with him. Find out more at: www.movementforvitality.com www.crossfitsquad.com Music: Big Wild "Pale Blue Dot"

Episode 36- What does it mean to be a man? What does true honesty in our relationships look like? What is your story? How can we support each other as men? Great episode with my friend, Keith Case.

Industries can get turned on their head in an instant now. We've seen it happen with Airbnb, Amazon, Uber and the like. This episode we talk with Mike Phillips, one of the founders of Real Trade. I won't even try to sum it up, just listen in! Find out more at www.realtrade.io Sounds by @danread

Ali lends of her time to lead women in the process of healing through art. She's done a lot in her 20 years. Listen in on the inspiring woman doing important work. Follow her @alicekayw Sounds by @strahanmusic

I live by the the coast, see crew all the time in the shop so figured it was high time to sit down with my buddy, Matt Bishop, and get the inside scoop on the yacht life.

What is the role of the Downtown Development Authority? Who's running the ship? Executive Director, Raph Clemente, gives us insight into the how, what and why behind this "cousin" of city hall. He's good people . . . a true advocate for you and I.

Talking all things Super Bowl with my buds, Jimmy and Noah, from Crossfit El Cid. Intro by Bryan Mallett Productions. Outro by Archie Eversole

What is yoga really? It's blown up the past couple of years but for many it's still a mystery beyond the stretchy pants. There's no better person to talk to then my friend and yoga phenom, Deedra Ryder. So kick back, get comfortable and learn about yoga. Sounds by @danread

Jimmy shares about his business, Hope Water, and how they fulfill their mission of providing clean water to thousands around the globe. We talk about everything from why he chose to compete in this crowded space, to how he separates himself, winning water tasting awards and how we can all make small choices that have huge impacts. It's a good one and he's a good dude! Find out more at www.drinkhopewater.com Sounds by @danread

If you've been married then you know all that comes with it. There are seasons of the good, bad and ugly. In this episode, I sit down with my wife, Natalie, and discuss what the past 15 years together has looked like.

The phrase "your best life" is thrown around a lot. But what does that mean? Are we chasing after the best things life has to offer? Maybe it's more simple than we think. We go through the poem "Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front" by Wendell Berry. Read the poem at: https://cals.arizona.edu/~steidl/Liberation.html Thanks to LaFrance Films for filming this episode. Check out the video for this episode at: https://mediazilla.com/Yphb5bpy0?fbclid=IwAR2G2YPDZq7biFpDtgfoBWvh4mqIzcZyePJR9jsYbOORn8nn-f3z91ebJEg Sounds by @danread

We talk filmmaking, the barriers of entry to the arts, weeding through the ocean of content and how to still make a living doing it with Brandon McQuire of White Sail Films. Find out more at www.whitesailfilms.com. Beats by @danread Drink coffee and experience community at www.subculturecoffee.com.

#metoo. Weinstein. Cosby. Lauer. Cavanaugh. Sex is in the news everyday. So what's happening? Is sexual assault really this common? What's going on? We try and tackle this in todays episode with therapist, Rebecca Rigell. Would you like to possibly start therapy? Contact her at rgcounseling@gmail.com. Need to report assault? Visit www.rainn.org Sounds by @danread

Discover a local hip hop talent in Broot McCoy as we discuss his background, music and the hip hop culture at large. Also included is a powerful segment from hip hop legend, DMC, of Run DMC. (*Explicit language) Find out more at: https://brootmccoy.bandcamp.com/

Christine Sylvain is doing important work by finding gifted kids in our low income communities and helping them journey the pathways to educational success which will in turn set them up to break through socio-economic barriers. Find out more at www.pathtocollege.org Sounds by @danread

What does it look like to be an engaged and productive member of a city? Look no further than Aaron Wormus! Follow him @aguyonclematis Sounds by @danread.

Creative Mornings asked me to come share my story and speak on Intention a couple weeks back. Learn more at www.creativemornings.com Sounds by @danread

Terry Booty founded Urban Farmers Inc. They are a mission-based real estate development company doing incredibly important work in their industry. Sounds by @danread

Opinions. Movements. Insecurity. Omniscience. Hope. Perception. Relationship. These and much more are discussed in this episode about how we use social media and the effect it has on us and our culture at large. Sounds by @danread

Robert and I talk about the reality of daily life as a defense lawyer, importance of good judges, empathy and talking about things we aren't quite sure about. Find out more at: www.norvell-law.com/ Sounds by @danread

Linda shares how it's so important to be aligned your values in all aspects, whether it be your investments, to how you spend your time or what you eat. It's all connected! Know better, do better- Find out more at: www.lilalife.co Sounds by @danread

John and I talk about the future of leadership, the importance of being open to criticism, the spectrum of racism and the part we have in all of it on this rich episode. Find out more at www.vocarigroup.com. Sounds by @danread

Dr. Jake walks us through traditional views of what it means to be a chiropractor and how he's changing what that looks like. He touches on what wellness entails, new treatments and the role of national health policies to name a few. Find out more at www.sozochiropracticcare.com. Come hear him speak at the www.initgathering.com on May 19th-20th. Sounds by @danread.

This episode we're talking with the hilarious Carl Penney of Crossfit El Cid. We talk about why the sport is still as popular as it is, how it's changing and what not to do in a gym.

Fascinating look into the little known industry of bait fish farming. Find out more at www.liveadvantagebait.com Sounds by @danread

Part two is a a deeper look into what it means to be a Christian in our culture. There are many questions as to traditional/contemporary beliefs and how they play out in our everyday culture. This podcast digs into the details and highlights how differences can easily be missed if we aren't active in our conversations about faith even when we assume we believe the same because often times we do not ... and that's ok! I look forward to continuing this multi-faith series! Sounds by soundcloud.com/danread

Religion, God and politics- forever a point of contention for our culture. I wanted to have a two part discussion about what it means to be Christian in America today. How has it changed over time? Does it matter if we're identified as a Christian nation? Does a person's religion determine if they should lead? Tune in and see if you'd like to be part of bringing the conversation back without fists raised. Sounds by @danread

Excited to share the story of the most relaxed and warm chef you'll ever meet! This big bear of a guy talks about learning his craft at a young age through the love of cooking that his parents shared with him, to maintaining focus and confidence in success and failure and what he looks for in guys that work the line for him. Find out more at: http://sub-culture.org/hullabaloo/ Sounds by www.soundcloud.com/danread

Matt Sherman is the founder of Jugo Fresh and one of the guys that started the cold press juice movement as a whole. He shares all things about where he came from, why he has chosen this life, what drives him and where he's heading. One of the most genuine human beings I've had the pleasure of meeting! *Yes, he does throw in some curse words so you've been warned Find out more at: www.jugofresh.com Beat by www.soundcloud.com/danread