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On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Joe Fairless interviews Vince Gethings, a multifamily investor and founder of Tri-City Equity Group. Vince shares how he's scaled a portfolio of 10 apartment communities totaling 800 units and over $100M in assets under management. He discusses his integration of small business ownership—including a flooring company and home installation franchise—to support his real estate operations and cash flow strategy. Vince also dives into the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) framework that he uses to manage his six companies, how he structures L10 meetings across them, and his evolving investment thesis—shifting from C-class value-add to newer, higher-quality multifamily assets in DFW. A candid story about a painful loan retrade underscores the importance of holding firm at the closing table. Vince Gethings Current role: Founder of Tri-City Equity Group; Owner of multiple businesses including flooring and installation companies; Successor to Jake & Gino's Vivo Profits Academy Based in: Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas Say hi to them at: vince@wheelbarrowprofits.com or visit vincegethings.com Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Need tips as grilling season sets in? We've got you covered with advice from a local chef. Think of it as grilling 101. The Dallas Morning News food team also discusses classic burger spots in Dallas-Fort Worth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Dan Betz, Executive Vice President of Operations at Andrews Distributing, a family-owned beer and spirits distributor serving 13,000 customers with over 45 million cases delivered annually. Based in Dallas-Fort Worth and Corpus Christi, Andrews is known for its commitment to continuous improvement and operational innovation. Dan shares how a costly inefficiency in their direct-store-delivery model led them to co-develop a custom solution: the Skinny Pallet and Skinny Pallet Jack. This unique approach to delivery logistics, enabled through a partnership with Big Joe and Peninsula Pallets, not only slashes waste but also enhances service for both customers and drivers.Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Plainclothes federal agents detained several people this week at the immigration court in downtown Dallas, continuing a pattern seen at courts across the country. In other news, across the food industry in Dallas-Fort Worth, business owners describe a sense of uncertainty and concern not felt since the pandemic. Some food businesses, both large and small, have been forced to deal with massive swings in the cost of Chinese imports, as tariffs see-sawed from 145% to 30%; a proposal allowing a period for praying and reading religious texts in Texas public schools cleared a key vote Thursday; and Tom Cruise surprised Dallas moviegoers Thursday at advance screenings of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. He appeared at the Cinemark on Webb Chapel Road and the AMC in NorthPark Center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this unique episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Cameron Hastings, Principal of Landtheory, to dive into a niche yet high-potential sector of commercial real estate—Unanchored Strip Centers. From the outside, they may look like ordinary smoke shop-laden retail strips, but Cameron unpacks why these assets are quickly becoming a favorite among forward-thinking investors.Cameron shares his path from high-rise architecture in New York to acquiring undervalued retail centers in Southern California and Dallas-Fort Worth. He breaks down why unanchored centers—those without big box tenants like Target or Costco—offer stronger leasing flexibility, faster turnover, and often higher cap rates than their anchored counterparts. Plus, Ben and Cameron discuss the future of retail, the role of e-commerce resistance, and how work-from-home trends are driving local strip mall traffic like never before.Whether you're a residential agent looking to level up your investment game or an investor exploring diversification, this episode is packed with insights into overlooked retail real estate strategies.Timestamps & Key Topics:[00:00:00] - Introducing Cameron Hastings & the Strip Center Strategy[00:01:56] - What Is an Unanchored Strip Center, Really?[00:05:36] - Why Institutional Investors Are Just Catching On[00:07:46] - Debunking the Volatility Myth of Unanchored Retail[00:11:01] - Buying Below Replacement Cost: What Cameron Looks For[00:12:19] - The Benjamin Button of Commercial Real Estate[00:14:25] - E-Commerce Resistance and Pandemic-Proof Retail[00:16:10] - Will the "Unsexy Business" Crisis Hurt the Model?[00:18:19] - A Real Acquisition Example: Cathedral City Case Study[00:23:25] - Landtheory's Vision: Building a Sellable Portfolio

In this podcast episode we talk with James, who recently moved to Alaska from Texas. He discusses his motivations for the move (primarily escaping Dallas-Fort Worth congestion), the reactions of friends and family, the challenges of buying a house remotely, moving belongings, and the process of obtaining a vehicle in Alaska. James shares his experiences navigating Alaskan winters, the surprisingly manageable traffic compared to Texas, and the unique opportunities for exploration. He also touches on the pros and cons of living in Alaska, including the ease of outdoor access versus challenges in healthcare and travel.Highlights

North Texas residents shouldn't put their umbrellas away just yet. After rain both Saturday and Sunday, more precipitation is in store for today. There's a potential for some isolated early morning showers, before more severe storm chances return in the afternoon and evening. The showers are most likely to be severe for the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area and the counties to the north and northeast. If thunderstorms do develop, hail, damaging winds and a few tornadoes will all be possible in the late afternoon. Today's high will be 83 and the low will be 73. In other news, a bipartisan bill with stars Taylor Sheridan, Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson behind it, is advancing through the Legislature and may bolster Texas as a formidable filming site. Senate Bill 22 would establish a biennial fund of $500 million for 10 years; Katy Perry had been scheduled to bring her tour to the American Airlines Center Wednesday but the singer will have to find a new date because the venue will be busy hosting the NHL's Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers; and Dallas' Scottie Scheffler won the PGA Championship on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are market reports sending you mixed signals? Learn how to cut through the noise and identify the fundamentals that actually matter for real estate investing. In this episode of REady2Scale, Jeannette Friedrich, Director of Investor Relations at Blue Lake Capital, walks you through the pitfalls of relying on conflicting data when evaluating multifamily markets. Using real examples from recent rent growth and job growth reports, she reveals a practical framework for identifying markets with true long-term potential. Key takeaways: - Why high rent growth alone can be misleading without corresponding job or population growth - How to use net migration trends to confirm true housing demand - The importance of stress-testing the development pipeline to assess future supply risk - Why apartment absorption data often tells a more reliable story than headline reports - Three markets currently demonstrating strong fundamentals: Dallas-Fort Worth, Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, and Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta - A simple methodology to cross-check data across multiple sources and make informed, confident investment decisions - If you're overwhelmed by conflicting data and want to sharpen your market selection process, this episode offers clear insights and practical tools to help you move forward with clarity.  Are you REady2Scale Your Multifamily Investments? Learn more about growing your wealth, strengthening your portfolio, and scaling to the next level at www.bluelake-capital.com. Credits Producer: Blue Lake Capital Strategist: Syed Mahmood Editor: Emma Walker Opening music: Pomplamoose *

Welcome back to the happytans podcast! In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Candace Montgomery, the powerhouse behind Gotta Get a Tan Spray Tan Studio in Burleson, Texas. With more than 25 years in the sunless tanning business—and nearly three decades of entrepreneurial experience alongside her husband—Candace shares her remarkable journey from launching an HVAC company to pioneering one of the first sunless-only salons in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

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Former Waco Mayor Malcolm Duncan describes the impact of the Fixer Upper phenomenon—and his early skepticism about the HGTV show's potential to raise the city's profile. Duncan and Dallas Fed economist Emily Kerr also discuss benefits reaped from Baylor University's growth and challenges faced in building a commercial hub squarely between Dallas–Fort Worth and Austin.

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Guest: Courtney Stanford Guest Bio: ​Courtney Stanford, CCIM is a Managing Director at SVN Dunn Commercial where she facilitates the acquisition, disposition, and leasing of industrial properties in the Mid-Cities market of Dallas-Fort Worth. In addition to her role as a producer, Courtney also assists with the management and strategic direction of the firm as a whole.  Courtney graduated from Texas Christian University in 2012 and earned her CCIM designation in 2019. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the North Texas CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) Chapter as immediate Past President & is the Co-founder & Past President of IWIRE North Texas (Industrial Women in Real Estate). Courtney is also an active member of NTCAR (North Texas Commercial Association of Realtors), the Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth (TREC), a Member Associate of the SIOR North Texas Chapter & active volunteer with the Fort Worth Junior League.    When not driving around to explore a new industrial facility in the area, Courtney enjoys practicing yoga, playing golf, or engaging in a game of Mahjong. She also likes spending time with her husband, Adam Stanford, and their three dogs, Sophie, Henry, & Chance.   Key Points: Women in Commercial Real Estate · Co-founded iWire (Industrial Women in Real Estate) to support women in the field. · Advocates for strong mentors, self-confidence, and overcoming imposter syndrome. · Credits her Christian faith and personal growth for helping her through difficult times.   Leadership and Team Building · Initially faced resistance from male colleagues when joining her father's company. · Transitioned into leadership and rebuilt the team post-COVID. · Now leads a diverse team she personally recruited and trained. · Emphasizes company culture, core covenants, and creating an inclusive environment.   Recruiting Strategy · Recruits both junior and senior talent, focusing on cultural fit. · Uses tools like CareerPlug to streamline the hiring process. · Looks for traits like discipline and financial preparedness.   Client Relationship Management · Maintains relationships with clients through quarterly touches. · Uses a CRM to automate and manage communication. · Recognizes the value of the human touch and still makes personal calls when appropriate.   Use of AI in the Business · Exploring AI tools like Jasper and Buildout for efficiency in marketing and communication. · Values AI for support but maintains that personal relationships and human interaction remain key.   Managing Pipeline and Team Consistency · Encourages agents to specialize in a product type and market area. · Treats junior brokers like entrepreneurs building their own businesses. · Uses weekly team meetings and accountability huddles to track progress and keep brokers focused.   Challenges as a Leader · Biggest frustrations: inconsistency among team members and maintaining a predictable pipeline. · Coaches and produces simultaneously, which adds pressure. · Leans on partnership with her father to balance responsibilities.   Guest Links: Connect on LinkedIn       About Salesology®: Conversations with Sales Leaders Download your free gift, The Salesology® Vault. The vault is packed full of free gifts from sales leaders, sales experts, marketing gurus, and revenue generation experts. Download your free gift, 81 Tools to Grow Your Sales & Your Business Faster, More Easily & More Profitably. Save hours of work tracking down the right prospecting and sales resources and/or digital tools that every business owner and salesperson needs. If you are a business owner or sales manager with an underperforming sales team, let's talk. Click here to schedule a time. Please, subscribe to Salesology®: Conversations with Sales Leaders so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! To learn more about our previous guests, listen to past episodes, and get to know your host, go to https://podcast.gosalesology.com/ and connect on LinkedIn and follow us on Facebook and Instagram and check out our website at https://gosalesology.com/. 

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Today, Friday, May 2, 2025, marks the final episode of TruNews. After 26 years, Rick Wiles announced that the Holy Spirit instructed him in 2024 to end the program and shift focus. TruNews has fulfilled its purpose, and continuing it would hinder God's blessing on what comes next. Rick emphasized he is not retiring—he and Doc Burkhart will continue with Morning Manna and are launching a new online Bible school for children.TruNews began in May 1999, before podcasting existed. Rick pioneered live-streamed audio news when few alternatives to corporate media existed. He thanked longtime supporters, many of whom have followed since the early days in Dallas-Fort Worth. Though emotional, Rick expressed gratitude for the journey and God's faithfulness throughout.Looking ahead, the ministry will expand Morning Manna's distribution, develop Bible courses, and launch MM Breakfast Clubs. Rick's next book, Mega Fire, is due this summer. He also plans to write more, teach full time, and prioritize family and Susan's health.Rick closed with heartfelt thanks to viewers, donors, and the team. TruNews is ending, but the mission continues—refocused, restructured, and recommitted to teaching God's Word.Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. Airdate 5/2/25You can partner with us by visiting TruNews.com, calling 1-800-576-2116, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961.Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves!AmericanReserves.comLearn How You Could Protect and Diversify Everything You've Worked for with the Top-Rated Precious Metals Company - Goldco! Call 844-960-GOLD To Get Your Free 2025 Gold & Silver Kit, Plus Up to A 10% Instant Match on Bonus Silver for Qualified Accounts.Trunews4Gold.comIt's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today!Amazon.com/Final-DayApple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books!books.apple.com/final-dayPurchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today.Sacrificingliberty.comThe Fauci Elf is a hilarious gift guaranteed to make your friends laugh! Order yours today!Trunews/faucielf

Hundreds of protesters gathered in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Thursday to protest the Trump administration as part of May Day Strong, a series of volunteer-led nationwide demonstrations. As many as 1,000 protests were scheduled for May 1, a date historically known as May Day or International Workers' Day. In other news, Dallas police Chief Daniel Comeaux fired two civilian employees Thursday who were accused of separate offenses. Billy Flores and Evelyn Keith, both 911 call analysts, were fired for “engaging in adverse conduct.” Also, American Airlines will invest $4 billion into DFW International Airport's forthcoming Terminal F, doubling the size of the project and creating a “crown jewel” in the world's third busiest airport. And  there will be a game seven in the first round Stanley Cup playoff series between the Dallas Stars and the Colorado Avalanche. The Stars had a 4-3 advantage at the start of the third period but the Avalanche scored four  consecutive goals in the final 20 minutes to win game 6 7-4. The series returns to American Airlines Center for Game 7 tomorrow night.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

En este episodio, repasamos los temas más importantes del día: • Wall Street atento a China y empleo: Los futuros suben con $SPX +0.4%, $US100 +0.3% y $INDU +0.5%, mientras China evalúa propuestas de EE.UU. y exige “sinceridad” para negociar. El “Temu tax” entra en vigor. Hoy se publican las nóminas no agrícolas (esperadas en 138K) y el mercado digiere resultados de $AAPL (-3%) y $AMZN (-2.3%). • American Airlines expande terminal DFW: $AAL y el aeropuerto de Dallas-Fort Worth anuncian una ampliación de $4B en la Terminal F, duplicando puertas a 31. Será de uso exclusivo para $AAL y busca consolidar a DFW como el hub aéreo más grande del mundo. La primera fase concluirá en 2027. • Uber lanza robotaxis con May Mobility: $UBER se alía con May Mobility para desplegar miles de vehículos autónomos desde 2025, comenzando en Arlington, TX. Los AVs híbridos de $TM operarán desde la app de Uber. La meta es escalar a más ciudades en 2026 con vehículos totalmente autónomos. Un episodio que conecta avances en movilidad autónoma, relaciones comerciales globales y grandes proyectos de infraestructura. ¡Dale play y entérate!

Sure! Here's a set of conversational, first-person podcast shownotes based on your transcript: Hey, hey! Welcome back to The Designed for the Creative Mind podcast. I'm Michelle Lynne, and y'all are in for a treat today. I sat down with the incredibly talented Bekah Hernandez, the founder and principal of Rebekah  Nicole Interiors here in the Dallas-Fort Worth area—and this conversation is such a gem, especially if you're in the early years of growing your interior design business. Bekah launched her firm in the middle of the 2020 pandemic (yes, that 2020!) and has grown it into a soulful, elevated brand known for furnishings and cosmetic updates—no major renos here. She's built her business around what brings her joy, and she's proof that you can do design your way and still build something thriving and profitable. What we cover in this episode: How Bekah went from studying in Australia to building her dream design firm in Texas Why she chose to specialize in furnishings and styling (and how it's brought her the most joy) The difference between cosmetic updates vs. full-scale renovations—and how she's made it work How she built a business model around a la carte and virtual services to stay profitable year-round Her approach to building a lean, supportive team (hint: she found some folks from this very podcast!) Tips for using smaller projects as both “paid marketing” and portfolio builders How she trusts her intuition to make smart business decisions Bekah is living proof that you can build a design business on your own terms. Whether you're just starting out or looking to pivot into a more joy-filled business model, I know you're going to take away so many gems from this one. Podcast Website and Resources: Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery   Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.   SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business. Stay in touch with Michelle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/  Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad  Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide   Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact   A Podcast Launch Bestie production    

  Part I - "Stone/DiEugenio Interview by Katie Halper". View here. "The Nothingburgers? Nope". Read Here. Jim's latest book "The JFK Assassination Chokeholds: That Prove There Was A Conspiracy" - Find here. National Archives - JFK Files - Read here. Jim recommends "The Man Who Knew Too Much" by Dick Russell. Purchase Book Here Despite new information about Oswald in the recently released JFK files, mainstream media says "nothing new". In the files there is more info about Oswald's 201 file, Mexico City, Helsinki, Castro etc.. When Oswald was released from the Marines it was from a "hardship discharge", using Marguerite's injuries as an excuse. Typically it takes a few months for the marines to investigate hardship claims but Lee's was approved with in just 11 days. When Lee left the Marines, it was 9 months earlier than when he was scheduled to be released. Rosaleen Quinn who dated Oswald while he was in California recalled Lee was more fluent in Russian than she was. After being discharged, Oswald was only in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for 72 hours before heading to New Orleans. Oswald leaves from New Orleans to France, using the same travel agency as the International Trade Mart. Coincidence? Why was Oswald going to Helsinki important? Was it because Helsinki processed visas within 48 hours? After travelling on a freighter to Europe, Oswald goes to Helsinki & stayed at the Hotel Torni. How did Oswald afford this? Oswald participated in a planned, fake defection program. Without government assistance, how would he afford a 4 star hotel? The Warren Commission avoided going into the intricate details of Oswald's movements and activity in Helsinki. WC investigator David Slawson was definitely curious about Oswald's trip to Helsinki. The CIA and FBI were the main sources of information for the Warren Commission. In 1963-1964, early investigators such as Mark Lane & Joachim Joesten who suspected CIA and government involvement. CIA 1971 memo - appears to have been debate in the CIA whether Kostikov was ever involved in Dept 13. Have you read the Lopez Report? Read here. If Oswald was in Mexico City, why isn't there any photographs or video of Oswald going into the different embassies? Why has the CIA never been able to produce a tape of Oswald's voice? On the Nov 22nd the CIA sent a tape of what they said was Oswald's voice to the FBI interrogating Oswald in Dallas. David Atlee Phillips put out a cover story - all of the Oswald tapes had been destroyed. The Lopez report contradicts this. Dan Hardway and Edwin Lopez wrote up bills of indictment for both Phillips and Anne Goodpasture Anne Goodpasture was Winston Scott's exec assistant. Pulse camera outside of the Cuban Embassy, activated by the door of the Cuban consulate opening & closing. Such a sensitive camera, yet no photos of Oswald? David Phillips claimed the camera was "out that day". The CIA did not want this information included in the volumes of the HSCA investigation. Was the whole Mexico City event a charade? Was the story about Kostikov the capper on the charade with Oswald? Was Oswald working with Kostikov and at the direction of the KGB? The KGB may have hired Richard Case Nagell to find out who was behind the pending plot to kill JFK. Jim recommends watching the 2014 AARC interview with Dan Hardway & Edwin 'Eddie' Lopez. Watch here. Hardway and Lopez worked out of CIA headquarters reviewing files and information until Joannides complicated matters. After Joannides got involved in hampering the investigation, files would be slow and redacted. The HSCA was shut down at the end of 1978 and decreased to a skeleton crew prior to publishing. What wasn't released in the HSCA volumes, was to be classified until 2029. Oliver Stone's "JFK" changed all of that. Part Two - Jeffery Meek In April 3rd, a lawsuit filed by the Nix family against the Sixth...

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Dallas-Fort Worth is among the most ozone-polluted metro areas in the U.S. That's according to new data from the American Lung Association. The 26th annual State of the Air report ranked D-FW as No. 10 out of 228 metropolitan areas for worst high ozone days — a setback from previous rankings. In other news, a man is in jail and facing murder charges after Dallas police connected two separate shootings by tying bullet casings, a cellphone number and a vehicle to both scenes, records show. 30-year old Garrett Hudgens is facing murder charges in connection with fatal shootings on April 4 in West Oak Cliff and April 23 near Fair Park; a novel experiment underway in West Texas could help determine whether long-abandoned nuclear technology could be the future of Texas power. At Abilene Christian University, a research lab is working to create the nation's first nuclear research reactor in more than 40 years; and the Dallas Stars needed a response, and it couldn't have come in more convincing fashion. Scoring just nine seconds into Game 5 at American Airlines Center, the Stars showed up from the start and took down the Colorado Avalanche 6-2 on Monday to take a 3-2 series lead. The Stars will have the chance to end the series Thursday night in Game 6 at Colorado. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest and friend, Evangelist Carla Pollard.  In honor of National Day of Prayer, they will unpack its history and the different ways that it is observed locally and throughout our nation.  Besides being a Nazarene Evangelist, Carla is a volunteer with the National Day of Prayer organization.  NDOP is May 1st .  More information is available at nationaldayofprayer.org. Carla's contact info:PO Box 72962, N. Chesterfield, VA 23235804-601-6172email: info@carlagpollardministries.orghttps://carlagpollardministries.org She has a radio program which airs as follows:Radio: Tuesdays at 8:15 am on WDZY Radio Richmond, Saturdays at KCLE AM 1460 & FM 93.1 Dallas/Fort Worth, TX: Sundays 9:15 -9:30 pm.WSKY AM 1230 & FM 102.9 Asheville, NC & AM 970 & FM 97.5 Canton, NC Saturdays 7:45- 8:00 pm. ON the Website at wilkinsradio.com  WSVS AM 800 & FM 97.1 Wednesdays 12:15- 12:30 pm.  Listen live on the Website at WSVSAMFM.com

In this week's episode, we're live from the ABA's Forum on Construction Law 2025 Annual Meeting with special guest Luis Spinola, founder of the Azteca Omega Group a leading construction services organization he has grown over 40 years. Born in Mexico City and trained as an engineer, Mr. Spinola immigrated to the U.S. in 1983 and built AOG's three companies to serve municipal and federal sectors across aviation, education, transportation, and more. A committed advocate for the construction and Hispanic communities in Dallas-Fort Worth, he has held leadership roles with the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association, TEXO, and Parkland Hospital Foundation.Our conversation centered around the basic principles of taking care of people, communicating well, putting family first, and planning for the future.  We hope you love this wonderful live episode!  We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message here!|| Connect with Us || Check out all our episodes on all major streaming platforms, and further engagement with the 17Twenty crew on social media at:https://17twenty.buzzsprout.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/17twentyhttps://www.instagram.com/17twentypodcastGrab your copy of the Mountain Mover Manual: How to Live Intentionally, Lead with Purpose, and Achieve Your Greatest Potential, by Kevin CareyOriginally in print:https://amzn.to/441OPeHAnd now available on Audible:https://adbl.co/45YIKB2

Episode 238 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Shaune Corbett, 20+ year industry vet and Broker of Dallas/Fort-Worth-based TruWest Realty Group. With more than 500 closings under his belt and winner of Best In Big D, Shaune is a wealth of knowledge for those looking to take their real estate career to the next level.Throughout our conversation, Shaune breaks down:Communication & Client Engagement: Learn Shaune's tips for stripping complex transactions down to simple, actionable next steps.Lead Generation & Sphere of Influence: Discover Shaune's three phases—open house mastery, systematic SOI touches, and scalable team building—to generate 40+ referrals a year without cold calling.Avoiding Surprises: Why managing expectations and proactively addressing appraisal/inspection issues earns trust and referrals.Personal Branding & Community Engagement: Why podcasting, teaching, and sharing free resources will set you apart and build credibility.

On Episode 830 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is back from Chicago, where he got to see that state of freight on the world's most powerful visibility platform: project44. With ocean booking cancellations up bigly on the East and West coasts, when will trucking feel the pain? Did you know that if you export or destroy goods that you've paid tariffs on, you can claim 99% of your duties back? We'll meet Caspian CEO and co-founder Justin Sherlock to talk about his AI-driven duty drawback program. Drones are taking off as Walmart expands aerial package drop-offs to 1.8 million households in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. James McDanolds at Sonoran Desert Institute has dedicated his career to working on drones. We'll find out if 2025 is the year drone delivery goes mainstream.  Olivia deMars is a high school student in Massachusetts. Today we'll find out how Gen Alpha views the tariff situation.  Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 830 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is back from Chicago, where he got to see that state of freight on the world's most powerful visibility platform: project44. With ocean booking cancellations up bigly on the East and West coasts, when will trucking feel the pain? Did you know that if you export or destroy goods that you've paid tariffs on, you can claim 99% of your duties back? We'll meet Caspian CEO and co-founder Justin Sherlock to talk about his AI-driven duty drawback program. Drones are taking off as Walmart expands aerial package drop-offs to 1.8 million households in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. James McDanolds at Sonoran Desert Institute has dedicated his career to working on drones. We'll find out if 2025 is the year drone delivery goes mainstream.  Olivia deMars is a high school student in Massachusetts. Today we'll find out how Gen Alpha views the tariff situation.  5:20 Dooner goes to Chicago and project44 9:44 Tariff turmoil 12:06 Switch2 preorder hell? 17:15 Over the Top 2 19:12 Walmart Drones Do Dallas | James McDanolds 30:25 Boo this man 31:02 AI for Duty Drawback | Justin Sherlock Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allen kicks off the podcast by listing Kellie's ailments as a precursor to ……Kellie's new ailment! Despite the mockery and her pain, Kellie plows through an explanation and shares her fears about the possible cure.  Kellie has admittedly been in quite a funk lately, but Allen breaks the circle of trust and shares her once-in-their-marriage meltdown.  To make it up to Allen, Kellie invited him on a lunch date where tripe may or may not have been served. And because people love lists, Allen shares the list of 7 things most successful couples do, and you may be surprised at how many Kellie and Allen measure up.  Find out how Easter was celebrated by the Rasberrys/Evans/Whittenburgs and in case you need reminding, don't sleep on Cracker Barrel!  Thank you Helix Sleep for sponsoring this episode! Go to helixsleep.com/sandwich for 20% Off Sitewide! If you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, be sure to watch Kellie and Allen on “Inside DFW” on the CW33, Tuesday, April 29, at 8am with host Jenny Anchondo.  And for as little as $20, you could win a car and help Kidd's Kids! Go to CarContest2025.com to buy raffle tickets and you could win one of five vehicles donated by the Ancira Auto Group:  a Kia Telluride, a GMC Canyon, a Chevy Silverado, a Jeep Wrangler Sport or a Keystone Bullet Crossfire (RV), plus other great prizes. Deadline to enter is June 5, 2025.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A middle school student in Collin County has tested positive for measles, health officials confirmed Wednesday, the first reported case in a child in the Dallas-Fort Worth area this year amid an outbreak of cases in Texas. The student attends Willow Springs Middle School in Lucas, part of the Lovejoy Independent School District, according to Collin County Health Care Services. In other news, the North Texas Food Bank announced Wednesday that Annam Manthiram has joined its executive leadership team as its new chief external affairs officer; “softness” in demand from domestic leisure travelers stung Southwest Airlines during the first quarter as the Dallas-based carrier pushed ahead with turnaround plans that include fees for checked bags and premium seating in the coming months. On Wednesday, Southwest Airlines reported a $149 million net loss between January and March on $6.4 billion in revenue; and Dallas' Planning and Development Department will change how it calculates commercial remodeling permit fees after losing $8.6 million because of a staff error. The Dallas City Council approved the change without discussion during Wednesday's meeting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thousands of voters across North Texas headed to the polls Tuesday for local elections. It was the first day of early voting, where residents cast ballots for mayors, city council members and million-dollar bonds. In other news, the measles outbreak that began in Gaines County in January has grown to 624 cases in Texas, according to a Tuesday morning update from the state public health department; tributes poured in for Denton County Precinct 3 Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell and her slain husband, Fred, as more details emerged Tuesday about a stabbing that police say led to the arrest of the couple's grandson Monday morning at their home in Lewisville; nd Sprouts Farmers Market, following years of waiting, is weeks away from opening in southern Dallas. The grocer is set to open the store in Oak Cliff — located at North Hampton Road and Fort Worth Avenue — on June 20, according to its website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Who truly deserves a spot on the Mount Rushmore of DFW actors?" Join hosts Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray as they dive into a lively debate about the greatest actors hailing from the Dallas-Fort Worth area.The show takes a humorous turn as the hosts discuss a WFAA article that asked ChatGPT to name the Mount Rushmore of DFW actors. From Owen Wilson to Jamie Foxx, the list sparks a spirited discussion filled with memorable quotes and laugh-out-loud moments. "Where's Bill Paxton? Face on the mountain!" exclaims KT, highlighting the glaring omissions from the AI-generated list.Listeners will be entertained by the hosts' witty banter and hilarious anecdotes, such as the story of bumping into Jamie Foxx on Easter Sunday and the debate over whether Barney the Dinosaur is more popular than Chewbacca. "Barney is probably more popular than Chewbacca," asserts KT, leading to a comical showdown with ChatGPT.As the episode wraps up, the hosts tease the next day's topic: the Mount Rushmore of DFW musicians. "Tomorrow, we will do musicians, DFW musicians. I'm excited about that," says Ben, leaving listeners eager for more.

(AURN News) — How clean is your air? The American Lung Association released its latest report this week that includes the most polluted cities in the United States, revealing surprising locations impacted by significant air pollution. Cities were ranked based on ozone pollution, year-round particle pollution, and short-term particle pollution. Leading the list for ozone pollution is Los Angeles-Long Beach, California. Visalia, California, followed closely, along with Bakersfield-Delano, California; Phoenix-Mesa, Arizona; and Fresno-Hanford-Corcoran, California. Completing the top 10 are Denver-Aurora-Greeley, Colorado; Houston-Pasadena, Texas; San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, California; Salt Lake City-Provo-Orem, Utah-Idaho; and Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas-Oklahoma. California dominated the rankings for year-round particle pollution, with Bakersfield-Delano listed first, followed by Visalia and Fresno-Hanford-Corcoran. According to the American Lung Association, air pollution can cause a variety of health issues ranging from wheezing and coughing to asthma and even lung cancer. Other potential health problems include heart attacks, strokes, and premature death. The organization also says that ozone is a lung irritant, and exposure can negatively affect respiratory health and potentially shorten lifespans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Bloom is the Founder and Head Strength Coach of Elevated Athlete Development LLC. Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Elevated Athlete Development offers coaching services for athletes and mentoring for coaches alike, and is committed to developing the whole athlete, fostering success in athletics and life. Bloom is the former Director of Sports Performance and head of men's basketball at Oral Roberts University from 2023-2024. Prior to ORU he was the assistant strength coach for men's basketball at Texas Tech University from 2022-2023. Bloom got his start as an assistant strength coach at Prince of Peace School in Carrollton, TX serving two stints in both 2015 and 2018 before interning at his alma mater, Abilene Christian University from 2017-2019. He was promoted to full-time assistant in 2019, serving in that position for two years before becoming the director of sports performance for men's and women's basketball at Weber State University from 2021-2022. Bloom is also the author of “Strength in Numbers: Insight from Top Coaches on How to Build Your Career, Handle Failure, and Achieve Long-Term Coaching Success.”A former football player at Abilene Christian University, Bloom continues to stay active in his spare time training and enjoys playing basketball, spikeball and pickleball when he's not in the weight room. Samson EquipmentSamson Equipment provides Professional Weight Room Solutions for all your S&C needs.Cerberus StrengthUse Code: STRENGTH_GAME at Cerberus-Strength.comSport KiltUse Code: TSG at SportKilt.comDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

A Frisco ISD official said Saturday night they were seeking charges against a man who said he “broke into” a high school stadium to capture video related to the fatal stabbing at a track meet earlier this month. In other news, communities to the west of the Dallas-Fort Worth area worked to clean up Sunday after several tornadoes touched down late Saturday night. Thousands across the region were without power; two people are dead in what detectives believe may have been a shootout that stemmed from an argument between the pair. On Sunday, officers responded to a shooting call in the 5500 block of James Avenue; and the city of Dallas is launching a pilot program funded by federal money to clean up neighborhoods, but some council members are concerned it could inadvertently encourage gentrification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Resilience & Real Estate: Turning Obstacles into Opportunities with Nicole Hart    Welcome to another episode of REIGN, The Real Estate Investor Growth Network with your hostess, Jen Josey. In today's episode, join Jen as she sits down with Nichole Hart, a realtor and home health occupational therapist from the Dallas-Fort Worth market. Nichole shares her inspiring journey of overcoming financial setbacks through house hacking, landlording, and flipping homes, all while managing single motherhood and a full-time job. Discover how Nicole navigated a challenging past project that included surprises like plumbing issues and contractor delays, yet showcased her resilience and determination. This episode is packed with valuable lessons for real estate investors and anyone looking to build wealth and resilience. Tune in to hear Nicole's story and learn actionable strategies to succeed in real estate. Don't miss it!    00:00 Introduction to REIGN and Today's Episode 01:02 Badassery Bestowment: The Power of No 04:08 Guest Introduction: Nichole Hart's Inspiring Journey 05:31 Nichole's Real Estate Beginnings and First Projects 06:56 Airbnb Arbitrage Explained 11:13 Diving into a Challenging Project 25:06 Contractor Woes and Budget Struggles 26:50 Bringing in a New Contractor 28:29 Listing and Market Challenges 29:19 Dealing with Hard Money Lenders 30:12 Private Lender Solution 33:48 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward 39:16 What Makes You a Badass? 39:30 Book Recommendation: The Power of Now 41:44 Best Advice Ever Received 42:26 What Drives You to Succeed? 43:50 Current Goals and Aspirations 47:44 Systems for Success 49:01 Defining Success 51:17 Final Thoughts and Contact Information   Social Media Links: IG: nicholehartre  /  I am mainly on facebook Nichole.hart1 Website: nicholehart.kw.com   To learn more about Jen Josey, visit www.TheRealJenJosey.com To join REIGN, visit www.REIGNmastermind.com Stuff Jen Josey Loves: https://www.reignmastermind.com/resources Buy Jen Josey's Book: From Beginner to Badass: https://a.co/d/bstKlby  

Welcome back mi Gente! Tune into the newest episode as we capture the story of El Movimiento, an organization out of Dallas Fort Worth, Texas. Taking a stand against injustice and oppression in their very own communities. Speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves. We had the pleasure of interviewing members of El movimiento, and obtaining an insight about the kind of challenges and victories they have faced in their community. Thank you for continuing to support and trust us in the space we are continuing to provide. DEL PUEBLO, PARA EL PUEBLO!

Tariff talk or buzzard puke in a bowl? Joe Biden makes a speech … and like always, it was a disaster. The latest on the China tariff war. Is President Trump really taking away Social Security benefits? Game show host Wink Martindale passes away. Minecraft continues to bulldoze the competition at the box office. Move to Nebraska and get cash! Big changes coming to the TSA. Jeffy's immigration policy: “Tough.” Reports that the family of the accused Frisco, Texas, student has moved into a nice house and purchased a new car. Letitia James being investigated. Another Islamic center planned for Dallas-Fort Worth. Big changes coming to a government website. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED 00:21 On the Topic of Tariffs 01:12 Biden is Back, and No One can Hear Him 04:20 Biden Says 30% of Americans have No Heart 08:48 Biden Rants about "Colored Kids" 12:34 Karoline Leavitt Addresses the "Maryland Man" Situation 17:14 Karoline Leavitt talks Trump's Social Security Memorandum 22:20 Trump Says he will Protect SSN, Medicare, and Medicaid 24:53 China Cuts Off USA from Rare Earth Minerals 32:20 Chewing the Fat 50:44 Where's the Evidence Against the "Maryland Man"? 1:06:08 Caller Chimes In on the "Maryland Man" Situation 1:14:17 Frisco Stabber Gets a Fancy New House? 1:19:51 Trump's DOJ Looks into Letitia James' Mortgage Fraud Allegations 1:23:13 Mega Muslim Church 1:25:20 Muslim Man Hates America for Being "Imperialistic" 1:30:00 Anti-White Smithsonian Project Disappears from the Internet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest this time is a prolific author, Kim Lengling. Kim is prolific as she has been the lead author on six book anthologies. I cannot say that she came by writing honestly. She grew up in a small Northern Pennsylvania town. After graduating from high school instead of going on to college Kim joined the military with great thoughts and ideas of leaving her small town upbringing and seeing the world. As she describes it, she did leave the small town world, but she only had military duty state side. After four years of service she left the military life and moved back to a “small town” in Pennsylvania.   Over time she began and pursued a career in sales and marketing. Along the way she married and had a daughter. She also took a keen interest in helping veterans and veteran organizations.   I asked Kim how she began her writing career. She will tell the story about how she was asked to give a speech to some 800 veterans. The story about her talk is remarkable and the unexpected turn her life made after her speech is worth hearing directly from Kim. Bottom line is that Kim was convinced to begin writing articles. Since 2020 she added writing and self publishing books to her repertoire of accomplishments.   As it turns out, Kim and I both experienced unexpected life changes due to public speaking. Both of us chose to take full advantage of the opportunities that came our way and we both are the better for it. I very much enjoyed my conversation with Kim and I hope you will as well.       About the Guest:   As a multi-published author, Kim shares her love of nature and animals, her life with PTSD, and her mission to toss out Nuggets of Hope through her writing and podcast. Kim is the lead author and coordinator of six anthologies: The When Grace Found Me Series (three books), When Hope Found Me, Paw Prints on the Couch, and Paw Prints on the Kitchen Floor. Her newest book, Nuggets of Hope, was released on November 15, 2024. In addition to writing, she hosts the podcast Let Fear Bounce, which spotlights people who have faced and overcome personal fear(s) to make a difference in their slice of the world through writing, coaching, film production, philanthropy, teaching, founding non-profits, public speaking, or simply being an amazing human being. You can regularly find Kim drinking coffee, reading, and talking with the critters in the woods while taking long walks with her dog, Dexter. Visit her website, www.kimlenglingauthor.com, to keep up with everything happening in her realm.   Ways to connect Kim:     Website:                                www.kimlenglingauthor.com   Amazon:                               https://www.amazon.com/author/kimlengling   Let Fear Bounce                 @Letfearbounce Apple:                                   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/let-fear-bounce/id1541906455   Facebook:                            https://www.facebook.com/letfearbouncepodcast   LinkedIn:                              https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlylengling/   Instagram:                            https://www.instagram.com/lenglingauthor/   Twitter:                                  https://www.tiktok.com/@klengling?lang=en   TikTok:                                 ** https://www.tiktok.com/@klengling?lang=en   About the Host:   Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards.   https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/   accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/   https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/       Thanks for listening!   Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!   Subscribe to the podcast   If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can subscribe in your favorite podcast app. You can also support our podcast through our tip jar https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/unstoppable-mindset .   Leave us an Apple Podcasts review   Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.       Transcription Notes:   Michael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:20 Well, hi everyone, and welcome to another edition of unstoppable mindset. And today is kind of a fun one, because I get to talk to another author. One of the things that I participate in and have done for a little while are book fairs, including virtual book fairs, and our guest today, Kim Lengling and I, lengling and I were both on a virtual book fair just a couple of weeks ago talking about our books and this and that and all the other stuff. And I made it really clear that I'm always looking for a good podcast guests, and it just seemed like the right thing to do. And of course, then Kim said, well, not unless you're going to be on my podcast too. So we are going to reciprocate next week. So I actually had a a message, an email yesterday from someone who wanted me to come on their podcast to talk about disabilities. And then they, before I responded, they sent a second letter saying, You do understand, we don't pay for podcast guests or anything like that, which I never expected to to have to to deal with anyway. But I wrote back, and I said, Well, I'm sorry, I do charge. And the charges that you have to be on if you want me on your podcast, then you gotta be on my podcast too. So it's fun to tease, but anyway, Kim, welcome to unstoppable mindset. After all that.   Kim Lengling ** 02:44 Well, thank you. Thanks for having man, I think it's going to be fun doing a podcast swap. Oh   Michael Hingson ** 02:49 yeah, it's a lot of fun to do that, and it's and it's kind of neat, and we get to know each other better and all that. And next year, when we have the book fair, we can, we can always team up on other people, because we'll know each other better.   Kim Lengling ** 03:01 That's right. That is right. And I those book fairs. They're fun. I enjoy doing those. They are and   Michael Hingson ** 03:08 I think the video of it is now out, so it's pretty cool that it is there and is available so well, I want to again. Thank you for coming on and chatting. It's always fun. And as I explained, our podcasts, our conversation, so let's converse and go from there. I'd love to start by learning kind of, maybe, about the early Kim growing up and all that stuff. Early Kim, the early Kim a long time ago, and I guess, long, long, far away.   03:43 You know, like I get that song stuck in my head.   03:47 Oh, yeah,   Kim Lengling ** 03:50 okay, well, I grew up in a small country town, and I think my graduating class had 72 people total, and it was just, you know, I'm glad I grew up where I did and how I did in the country. I grew up playing outside, and I still play outside every day, 50 some years later. But yet, growing up in a small town, everybody knows each other, which is wonderful, and everybody knows each other, which can be kind of crappy, too, sometimes.   Michael Hingson ** 04:23 Well, there's the other song, everybody knows your name. Oh yeah. From cheers,   04:29 yeah. We're just going to keep on breaking.   Michael Hingson ** 04:33 We're doing great.   Kim Lengling ** 04:37 But yeah, I grew up in a small town, and I I'm very appreciative of the small town, I guess I don't know morals and ethics that I learned growing up, and I've tried very hard when raising my own daughter, who is now married and has her own daughter, I tried and worked hard to instill that those same type of values. Within her. And I think I did a pretty good job. But I did, I did. I liked how I grew up, and then I left my small town right after graduation and went into the military, and thinking, you know, oh yeah, I'm gonna go to this small town and I'm gonna see the world by Gully. And it's, you know, it's, it's a, it's an eye opener. I because I didn't go to college, so, you know, I don't know that. I don't have that experience. I went into the military, and that's an eye opener. It's just, wham, you are no longer small town camp. Yeah, you are now. You are now a spoke in the wheel, and we and you don't even have a name, and you're going to be rebuilt into something different. And I am truly thankful, actually, for my military experience. I feel everybody should have to be in it for at least 12 months. It teaches you so much about discipline, self awareness, leadership skills that we can all use as we grow and you know, yeah, that's kind of my younger self in a small nutshell.   Michael Hingson ** 06:10 How long were you in the military? Four years. Okay, now, the small town you grew up in was that in Pennsylvania? Yes. Okay, so, yep,   Kim Lengling ** 06:21 grew up surrounded by farm fields and cows and deer and everything else, all the critters and all that. I just, I love it, and I still live in the same type of area not far from my small town that I grew up in, and still get to enjoy all of the nature, you know, all of the critters that come through. And just I had a black bear come through the other day. Michael, ooh, yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 06:41 And did you have a good conversation with the bear? No,   Kim Lengling ** 06:45 I didn't chat. Didn't want to do that, huh? No, it's I've seen that. I've seen I've lived where I'm at now for, gosh, just about just shy of 30 years, and I've seen bear tracks out there when I'm walking with my dog, but I've never actually come face to face with the actual bear. It was caught on a trail cam, and my neighbors sent it to me and said, Hey, this guy's going through your backyard at 430 this morning. And I'm like, Oh, boy.   Michael Hingson ** 07:16 I don't know whether you can ever make friends with a bear or not.   Kim Lengling ** 07:19 I you know, I'm not going to try. I don't think, yeah, they're kind   Michael Hingson ** 07:24 of big. They are kind of big. I suppose, if they make the initial Overture and they're friendly about it, that's one thing, but probably going the other way is a little bit more risky. Yeah,   Kim Lengling ** 07:36 yeah. I, you know, I would probably just not want to try. Yeah, just, you know, they're 700 and up pounds. That's, uh, that's, They're big. They're   Michael Hingson ** 07:46 big. Well, and then there's always a moose, which gets even bigger.   Kim Lengling ** 07:50 And see, we don't have moose where I'm at, yeah, yeah. And I've never seen one of those in person either. But I always thought, you know, well, you see online and stuff, just how big they are, they're so tall, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 08:04 and they're probably not the most friendly creatures. Oh,   Kim Lengling ** 08:07 they're not see, I don't know anything about moose, because we don't have them in my neck of the woods.   Michael Hingson ** 08:13 Yeah, I think it'd be fun to try to meet one, but I don't know whether that would be a good idea or not, so I don't either. If somebody else tells me that they have a moose that I could meet, I would believe them. But until that happens, I'm not going to worry   Kim Lengling ** 08:28 about it. Yeah, yeah, not something to worry about.   Michael Hingson ** 08:31 I don't Same, same with a bear. Now, on the other hand, I know your dog's name is Dexter, yeah, and I wonder what Dexter would think of a moose or a bear close up.   Kim Lengling ** 08:44 You know, I'm not sure, because he does his he's a he's pretty big dog. He's not huge, but he's a bigger dog. And there are certain times when we're out in the evening because it's pitch black. I mean, I'm out in the country. There's no lights out here, so it's pitch black out there. So I have a flashlight, and he has a collar on that lights up. And there are times when he will stop, and I call it his big boy stance, because he stops and his whole body just stiffens up, and he's staring at the woods. Now he can see stuff I can't Yeah, yeah, you know. And so I sit there, and I flash the flashlight back through there, because I carry a very powerful flashlight with me, so it lights up everything. And then when I see two yellow eyes staring at me from the woods, I'm never really sure what it might be. And I watch what Dexter's doing, yeah, and there are times where he where he will put himself in front of me, and then there's times where he comes and he will bump my leg with his head, and then turns and starts running back to the house, like, stay out here. Yeah, yeah. So it's been interesting to watch how he how he I follow his lead. When it's dark outside and we're outside, I. Follow   Michael Hingson ** 10:00 his lead. Smart move. What kind of dog is Dexter?   Kim Lengling ** 10:03 He is a Belgian Malwa Mastiff mix. Oh, so he's a big one, kinda, yeah, yeah, not huge. He's about 80 pounds, but he's a he's a good sized dog,   Michael Hingson ** 10:13 bigger than my black lab guide dog, Alamo, who's about 63 pounds.   Kim Lengling ** 10:18 Oh, okay. Labs are wonderful. Labs are awesome. But   Michael Hingson ** 10:22 again, it's all about trust. And I would trust Alamo's instincts any day and do and of course, yes, yeah, you know, but, but it isn't just the the normal guiding, but just in general, his behavior. I observe it pretty closely, and I think it's an important thing to do, because, as you said, they tend to see a whole lot of things that we don't necessarily see.   Kim Lengling ** 10:47 Right, right? No, yeah, even with my other dog, digger, prior to Dexter, digger was about 105 pounds. He was a pretty big dog, real tall and lean and long. He was very protective of me. Oh, and he would always have to be touching me or in front of me, and I took him everywhere with me. We were always out in public, and he was always if someone would approach, he would let them know I would follow his lead. He would never growl, but he would show his teeth like a scary smile, yeah. And I'd be like, Okay, we're not going any further. I'm not going to interact with this person. This person. And then other times he would just come and kind of nudge me, and his tail would start wagging. I'm like, Okay, this person's probably okay. Then it's very you know, dogs or animals period, are just amazing in their instincts. Well,   Michael Hingson ** 11:34 I've been pretty blessed that Alamo has not yet met a stranger. But also we haven't really encountered anyone that would be a really mean, nasty person, and I have seen some dogs who do sense that very well. My first guide dog was a golden retriever. He was 64 pounds, and when we were in college, and I wrote about it in my my new book, live like a guide dog in in college. On our first year we were at UC Irvine. It was a very open, somewhat rural campus, just in terms of what was around us in Orange County, which is not so rural anymore, but people would bring their dogs to campus, and they would just let the dogs roam while they went to class, and then they'd find them at the end and a bunch of dogs, just all congealed, if you will, into a pack. And they would, they would go around together. And one day, they decided that they were going to come after Squire and me. They were behind us, and as they got closer, they were growling, and Squire was doing his job of guiding, but all of a sudden he jerked, and actually jerked the harness out of my hand. I still held his leash, but he he completely jerked away, and literally, as it was described, because somebody else was watching it, he jerked, leaped up, turned around, and went down on all fours, facing these dogs, and started growling, and it just completely caught them off guard, and they just slunked away. But I've never seen a dog do that before, and I haven't seen a dog do that since, and Squire, of all dogs, a golden retriever, for heaven's sakes,   Kim Lengling ** 13:22 right? Yeah, they're usually just friendly, friendly, friendly, yeah, but   Michael Hingson ** 13:25 he, he knew what he was doing, and yeah, and he, he dealt with them.   Kim Lengling ** 13:32 That's awesome. Well, so I just love dogs.   Michael Hingson ** 13:35 Oh, yeah. Well, and we, and we have a cat here. So my wife passed away two years ago. So it's me, dog and cat,   13:43 and quite the trio you have going on.   Michael Hingson ** 13:46 Then we all, we all communicate very well, and they all, and they like each other. And I would not have it any other way. I would not want a guide dog that was in any way antagonistic toward cats. Now, now that wouldn't work well. Now Alamo doesn't Chase Stitch. Stitch has claws. I think Alamo is smart enough that he understands that, but, but they do rub noses and they play and they talk. So it works out all right, and every so often, stitch will steal Alamo's bed, and poor Alamo doesn't know what to do with himself, because he can't lay on his bed because the cat's there and he won't try to make her move. I think a couple times they both have been on the bed, but mostly not,   Kim Lengling ** 14:28 yeah, yeah. My my dog. Unfortunately, he's like, a single animal type dog, you know, it can only be him and and the neighbors cats. Sometimes, if they end up in my yard, he gets them up in a tree. So he's he's got a he's got a very big prey drive for anything smaller than him. We   Michael Hingson ** 14:53 had a we had a dachshund. Once it was a miniature dachshund. Oh, and he treated cat. One day before my brother and I went off to high school for the day, and this cat was up in the tree. We came home and Pee Wee was still barking at this cat up in the tree. The cat was up in the tree sound asleep, not worried about anything. This dog's dog didn't know when to shut up anyway. It was kind of funny.   Kim Lengling ** 15:25 Well, dogs are amazing. My dog, when he is he's treed raccoons, all kinds of stuff, anything smaller than him, he takes off after he has he does have quite the prey drive. And I think that's the Belgian mountain wall coming out in him. Yeah, you know, pretty sure that's that part. And I've not been able to get him to stop that. But I'm in the country and, you know, okay, it is, it is what it is. It is what it is.   Michael Hingson ** 15:53 Well, so did you see much of the world when you were in the military?   Kim Lengling ** 15:56 I was actually all stateside, interestingly enough, yeah. Well, you saw the country then I did. I saw some of the country. So, yeah, I'm it's, it's an experience that I'm glad that I I had. What did you do? I did Morse code, actually. Okay, yeah. And it's funny, years ago I ran into, because this is quite some time ago, quite some time ago, and it was years ago I ran into a couple of younger Navy guys at a gas station. They were filling up their car, and I, of course, went up and thanked them for their service. And I had just come from a funeral, so I was in a military funeral, and I was part of the honor guard at that time, so I was in my honor guard uniform, and they're like, well, thank you for your service. What branch were you? And we're just chit chatting, you know, like folks do. And they said, Well, what did you do? What was your MOS and I told them, and they looked at each other, and their cheeks got red, and I said, What's What's so funny? And they said, Oh, ma'am, we don't use Morse code anymore. And I went, Oh, well, my goodness, when did they stop using it? And the one, the one kid, and they were kids, they were like, probably 18 to me. Anyway, they were at the time, 1819, years old. And the one looked at the other, and they said, Well, wait a minute. No, no, we did use it that one time. I remember there in the Navy, and they were on deployment out in the ocean, sea, wherever. And they said, no, no, there. Remember that one time that that old guy, he did use Morse code. He had, we had to use it because some part of the electrical went out. And I and they were, I looked at them and I went, when you say old guy, what? What do you mean by that? And their faces turned so red. And the one kid, he goes, Oh Ma'am, he must have been at least, oh geez, 37 and at that time I was like, 41 I just started laughing. And I said, well, he wasn't really all that old, you guys, but So yeah, that was a and so   Michael Hingson ** 18:02 what do they use now that they don't use Morse code? I honestly   Kim Lengling ** 18:05 don't know. I think everything is more electronic. And yeah, I mean, yeah, it's been so long since I've been it's been a while. It's been, it's been a decade or few.   Michael Hingson ** 18:15 Well, I learned Morse code to get my ham radio license, and I still remember it and and it, and it still is a means of communications that can sometimes break through when voice and other things don't come through. Absolutely,   Kim Lengling ** 18:29 absolutely no, yeah, and I don't remember a lot of it, probably just because I was so sick of hearing it. I don't, I actually don't remember a lot of it, but if needed, I could, oh yeah, touch up on it.   Michael Hingson ** 18:47 So how fast were you able to receive code? Um,   Kim Lengling ** 18:51 we had to, in order. We had to pass a certain what was it? 2222 words a minute. Okay, I think, I think we had to get 20 I think it was 22 in training when we had, when we were in tech school in order to progress. I think it was 22 Yeah, yeah. And that's fast for people who don't realize when all you're listening to is, did audit, yep. I mean and going 22 words a minute. It's it just sounds like   Michael Hingson ** 19:18 I went a friend of mine, who was also a ham operator, and I were talking one day, and he was telling me about this kid that he had met on the air, and they were both doing code, and he decided that since this kid was a kid, that he would play a trick on him. And he slowly started speeding up how fast he was sending the code, and I don't know how fast he got to and then the kid said, Oh, you want to play that game. And he just started going at like, about 60 or 65 words a minute, which means he was probably using an electronic key or a bug, but I don't   19:56 know, right? Because how would you do that with your fingers? Really? It would   Michael Hingson ** 19:59 be hard. But anyway, this kid was doing it, and the guy went, Okay, you got me.   Kim Lengling ** 20:07 So, yeah, amazing. I mean, it truly is amazing. It's, it's amazing, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 20:13 and, and it's, it's still a very relevant thing to to have in the arsenal if you need it ever. Oh, I agree. I agree. Yeah. So, so what did you do when you came back from being in the military for four years?   Kim Lengling ** 20:27 I came back to my small hometown and didn't do much for a bit. I was kind of a weird it was, it was, wasn't so easy transitioning home from to, you know, being in the military, to coming back to the hometown, because nothing felt right anymore, right? Well, you were in a different world, right? And I was a different person, yeah. And so I didn't stick. I didn't stay there very long. I got a job, you know, got a job, and then it was couple years later, I ended up marrying my high school sweetheart, and we, you know, got married, had got a little place, little house in a different town, and had my daughter. And, you know, did that became a wife and mom and, you know, did the working and being a wife and a mom and all of that stuff? So,   Michael Hingson ** 21:27 yeah, so do you still do that?   Kim Lengling ** 21:31 No, I am divorced. My daughter is mid 30s and married and has her own daughter. So I'm I'm actually a brand new grandma. Oh, there you go. And I am just loving it. I'm loving every second of it, but you don't have the husband anymore. No, no, it's me and Dexter, and that's just fine. Yeah, it's just fine. And so well, and that it's I've, I have found out, you know, it's interesting when you're a wife, a mom, you work full time, and then your life completely changes, and you're an empty nester, completely empty nest, and it's just you and the dog. You have to find out who you are again, yeah, and it was very interesting for me, because I was like, oh my goodness, I forgot who Kim was. So it was an interesting journey to find that out and to find out, you know, what did I even like to do? Because I was always running here, running there, doing this, doing that, family, kids, stuff, you know, all of the things, doing all the things. And then I was, you know, now I had time to figure out, what do I like to do, geez, what did I like to do? You know? So it was interesting. Spent. It was interesting the first few years figuring out who I was again and what I liked to do and what makes me, you know, what fulfills me and and, you know, to reach a point where I'm thriving in that, you know, it was interesting.   Michael Hingson ** 23:02 And what did you decide that you like to do?   Kim Lengling ** 23:07 I like writing, and I love doing and I love doing my podcast and volunteering I volunteer for with my veteran post, been doing that for over 25 years now, helping veterans in need, those folks that might need a little bit of help here and there, and then also, it's a project support our troops, which is a monthly thing we've been doing every month for 24 years, sending care packages to those men and women who are deployed around the globe so, and it's all done by donations. So that's, that's a lot, it's a lot of my time, and a lot of where my heart is is helping those folks. So I've been able to really, you know, put a lot into that, which is very fulfilling.   Michael Hingson ** 23:56 What made you decide that you really liked writing?   Kim Lengling ** 24:00 You know, it was years ago. When was it? Oh, gosh, close to 20 years. Oh, my goodness, a long, long time ago. About almost 20 years ago, I was asked to give a speech at a local veteran event. And it was a large veteran event. There's about 800 people there. I had never spoken in public before, and I was asked to give a speech. And I my step grandfather, so my stepfather, his dad, was the last surviving World War One veteran in my area. Ooh, and he passed away in 1997 and I thought, you know, I'm gonna talk about him. So I spent quite a bit of time with my step dad, and we went through his dad's stuff that he had brought home, and I learned all kinds of stuff about him and his time in World War One, and he was, he was the last man of the last man's Club. Job, and that was formed in themes France on Armistice Day, and the mayor of this small village in France had a bottle of wine and came out to the boys of Company B, literally, they were the boys of Company B from my town, and gave them this bottle of wine in celebration, you know, of the signing of the armistice, and the guys all decided they weren't going to drink it. They were going to keep it. And as time went on, it would pass to the next comrade, and whoever was the last man standing would be the one that has that bottle of wine, and he would then open it toast his fallen comrades. So the the last man's club is what they called it. And my step grandfather was the last man of the last man's club, and he passed away at the age of 104 Wow. And so I shared his story and the story of the last man's club. That was my speech. And it was, it was about a 15 minute speech, and for someone who'd never spoken in public before, and you know this, 15 minutes is a long time, can be a long time to talk in front of a group of people, and there were television cameras there, and it was just, it was overwhelming. But I got up there the first two minutes, my voice was shaking because I was a little nervous, and then I just fell into the story, because it's just a beautiful story. And when I was done, it was, there was, and I'm there, was about 800 people there. It was total silence. I mean, you could hear a pin drop, and I thought, oh my goodness, I just blew it. But then there was one, one person started clapping, and then another. And then the place like this was an outdoor event, they interrupted. They just went crazy, and people were crying, and the local newspaper came up to me. The local newspaper editor came up to me and said, Would you consider writing an article, you know, about veterans for the for the paper? And I said, Oh, my goodness, I'm no writer. And he goes, Well, who wrote your speech? And I said, Well, I did. And he goes, well, then you're a writer. And that was the little spark that that lit something up in me. Somebody saw something in me that I had never even considered looking for in myself. And so that was the little spark that got me going so   Michael Hingson ** 27:34 you hadn't really contemplated, contemplated writing before then,   Kim Lengling ** 27:38 no, not at all. And and and never, really, it had never entered my mind. And I started doing these monthly articles, and I was interviewing veterans. And I'm very I'm very connected with my local veteran community, and being a veteran myself, the veterans were pretty comfortable talking to me, and I, you know, I spoke to numerous former prisoners of war. Most of, most of who I interviewed over the years were combat veterans. A lot of them were Vietnam vet combat veterans, and hearing their stories. And first off, it was very humbling that they would even share them with me, yeah, because a lot of them won't or don't want to, or can't, you know, can't, yeah. And so for 14 years, I did that each month, and there were, I started getting a following, you know, I, you know, I'd run into because they, they would post a picture with me and my article in the paper each month, and I'd run into people, and they'd be like, Oh my gosh, you just brought me to tears with that article. And I just so enjoy reading your monthly stuff. And that's when, you know, I just I didn't know what I was doing. And when I look back at some of those nights, I'm like, Oh my gosh, Kim, you were such an awful, awful writer. But as time went on, I could, I learned. And then I just started doing some stuff online, finding free courses, and, you know, doing what I could, teaching myself a lot of stuff about writing and just how to make it better. And so that's, that's kind of, I just kept, I rolled with it. I just kept rolling with it. And now that I, the last five years, I've had the opportunity to actually work from home full time now and put a lot more of my time into writing, and I'm still learning. We all learn something. We're still, you know, we're all learning, hopefully, we're all learning something. And so, yeah, hopefully so I can see how my my writing has changed, how my voice has changed, and I just hope, I just hope I'm better than I was yesterday. That's what I hope each day, I'm a little bit better of a writer than I was yesterday, because hopefully I learned something new.   Michael Hingson ** 29:48 And that's fair, we have somewhat similar starts in the whole process. So for me, of course, September 11 happened, and um. The media got the story and like, about a week and a half after September 11. I don't remember exactly what day it was. It must have been around the 20th or so of of September, but I got a call on the phone, and this guy said he was the pastor of a church, and he had heard about me, and asked if I would come and speak at a church service they were going to hold. And I said, Well, I guess tell me more about him. He said, Well, we want to hold a church service for all the people who were lost in the World Trade Center who were from New Jersey. I said, Okay, that seems like a would be a worthwhile thing to do. And so we agreed to do it. And then kind of the last thing I asked him before hanging up was, how many people are going to be at this service? And he said, Well, it's going to be an outdoor service, and there'll be something over 5000 people. Now it's not that I hadn't spoken in unusual situations before, because being in sales, you never know where you're going to be on any given day, from a board of directors of a Wall Street firm to IT people or whatever, but still 5000 people, and that's a lot. And when I got there, I also learned that Lisa beamer was there. Now Lisa's husband, Todd, was the guy on flight 93 who said, let's roll. Let's roll. Yeah. And Lisa was not an animal lover, but she and Roselle hit it off, and so she she really and Roselle was my guide dog in the World Trade Center. So they had a thing going, which was kind of cool, but the speech wasn't overly long. It was only supposed to be about six or seven minutes, and it was, and that is really what got me started down the road of doing public speaking. Then the next year, we were at an event where I met the publisher of the AKC Gazette, and George said, You should write a book. I said, I've never thought of writing a book, and it took eight years to get it done and get the right combination, including someone to collaborate with, because I wasn't really all that familiar with writing. But anyway, we wrote thunder dog, and it got published in 2011 became a New York Times bestseller. So that was pretty cool. But, you know, circumstances do offer us opportunities, and it's important to really take them when you can. And so we you and I have both done that in various ways, yeah,   Kim Lengling ** 32:35 and it's interesting when you look back to see how things unfold. Mm, hmm, you know, and you had mentioned that you were in sales, and that's my background, 25 years of sales and marketing. So it's and I've talked to I've talked Well, I'm sure you have too as well. Many, many authors, and a lot of them have some sort of sales or marketing in their background. Have you found that to be true as well? I   Michael Hingson ** 32:59 have, and especially today, you have to, because the publishers aren't doing nearly as much as they used to to promote books, and they want the authors to do a lot more. And I think that the publishers, some of the publishers, could do more than they're doing, but they because they rely on social media and so on. But there's a lot more to it than that. But unfortunately, that's not what they do. So, you know, you you cope with what you got. That's   Kim Lengling ** 33:26 right, that's right, you know. And I found that a lot of the the larger publishing houses, and even some of the mid sized ones, in order for them to even take you on, you have to have a certain number of followers, or whatever it is on your combined social media platforms, yeah, and so many authors don't, don't.   Michael Hingson ** 33:53 And you know, we're not   Kim Lengling ** 33:54 all out there being influencers, you know, yeah, but   Michael Hingson ** 33:57 you also have to make the commitment to promote, and so absolutely, so we do and it, and it's, it's part of what needs to be done. And I don't mind, and I understand the concept of an author has to be part of what promotes their book. They they shouldn't rely totally on the publisher, and that's fine, but I do think that publishers could do more than they do a lot of times to help today, that social media is the thing. Well, it's not the only thing, and you miss out on a lot, on a lot, by just dealing with social media,   34:34 right? That's where a good publicist comes in.   34:37 Yeah.   Kim Lengling ** 34:41 Yeah, yeah, that's, that's helpful, but no, yeah. And I, well, I enjoy doing the but it's so it's almost a full time job marketing. Just, it is, you know, it's, it's a lot of work. And, you know, I, I'm self published. I didn't go the, the traditional publishing route. I. And knowing, you know, regardless, I would still be doing the same amount of work that I'm doing if I went the traditional route, right? Because I'd still have to do a majority, or, if not, all, of my own promotion, which I don't mind. I enjoy doing that, because then I actually get to meet, yes, a lot of interesting people.   35:22 You know, people it   Kim Lengling ** 35:24 is, and the people that have been put in front of me, you know, like yourself, you know, we made a connection, and now I'm here a guest on your show, and you're going to be a guest on mine. I mean, how cool is that? So, you know, you get to meet people that might have nothing to do with your book. It's just, it's just cool to you know, humanity, to meet, to meet other good, decent people is a good thing.   Michael Hingson ** 35:49 It is by, by any standard, right? You primarily today write fiction. So what got you down the road of writing fiction or non actually, non fiction, non fiction, non fiction,   Kim Lengling ** 36:01 that it was. It was all of the interviewing that I did with the veterans, you know, keeping keep into the the personal stories. I really enjoyed that I I enjoy it, and being able to not only write the story, but pull that emotion from it too. And I found that at first it was somewhat intimidating, because I'm thinking, how can I, how can I get these in words on paper, where people are going to feel what I'm feeling right now listening to this gentleman, yeah, you know. And it just that that kind of fascinated me, and that's what made me want to keep on writing and learning how to do it better. And so I just stuck with it. So I, yeah, I've not written anything fiction   Michael Hingson ** 36:50 at all. One of the things that I I find is that what makes I think good, successful writers, l will deal with non fiction right now, but is to be yourself. So when you interviewing people, your personal self has to come through, not in in the in an opinion way, but just how you are able to portray the people who you're talking with. And interviewing it comes out so much better if you really can feel it, which is again, getting back to your, your being yourselves,   Kim Lengling ** 37:26 right? Yes, I think, yeah, being authentic, yeah, just, you know, I've had, I don't know if you've had folks on your show that I've had a few that I was the first podcast they were ever on, and they were quite nervous. And I said, Well, you know, before I even hit that record button, you know, I don't mind sitting here chit chatting for a bit, so, you know, you feel a little bit more at ease. And it just took without fail, my guests have said, you know, Kim, thank you for being such a welcoming host, and you made this fun. And, you know, there's no, because there's no pretense with me. You know, it's, it's, I'm come as I am. I'm not all, you know, I don't get all my hair is not done. I don't have a bunch of makeup on or anything like that. It's, you know, you can't. This is Kim. This is me. This is who I am every day. And, you know, hey, let's sit down and have a cup of coffee. That's that's how I try and, you know, get my guests at ease, you know. And I'm sure that you've had guests that have probably been kind of nervous, maybe it's their first time on a show or something. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 38:31 one of the things that I do, though, and I really have found that it works very well to do this, is before I have a guest on the actual podcast, I want to sit down with them and have a half hour conversation where we get to know each other. So I insist that anyone who wants to come on to unstoppable mindset has to spend some time with me ahead of time, and that way, when I find people who aren't familiar with podcasts, or, you know, they say, Well, I'd love to come on, but I don't know what to talk about. We can talk about it, and we can, we can get them to relax and recognize that they do have a story to tell, and what we want to do is to to hear their story, and they don't need to worry about being uptight, because there, there are no set rules that you have to do this or you fail. It's all about really enjoying what you do and just being willing to talk about it.   Kim Lengling ** 39:32 Yeah, and that's, that's an awesome idea. And I know a lot of podcast hosts do that. I have not I, and I don't know why. I've never really come up with a reason why I haven't had, you know, just that sit down chat 1520 minutes prior, you know, maybe a week before the show, or whatever. I've just, I've just not done that. I don't know. I we usually end up talking 10 to 15 minutes prior to me hitting record. Um, there's only, I really had one instance with one guest. And. Was a couple years ago where we did chit chat. And as we were chit chatting, it was that at that point I thought I should probably do pre screening, yeah, and I, I, we went through with the show, and I pre record everything, yeah, so I did cut it short, and I never published it. It was that was the one and only time that ever happened. This person never got back to me, never said, when's this going to be out? It was just such an uncomfortable chat. And I was thinking, wow, on paper, this person was a completely different person than when I'm actually talking, yeah, so, and it wasn't in line with anything of what we had discussed. So it was, it was, that was interesting. That's only in four years that's only happened one time, and that was one day when I thought I really should do pre screen.   Michael Hingson ** 40:59 Well, I've had, I've had two. One the we did the podcast, and this person just had no effect to their voice. And as much as I talked ahead of time about I want to hear your story and all that, he just couldn't tell a story. Oh, yeah. And so that one didn't get published, and then another one I did, and I thought it was a great podcast, but the person said, I absolutely do not want this published. I just decided that that I don't want to do it. And   Kim Lengling ** 41:35 I had one like that after we had recorded and everything, and I thought I too for and they it was like three days later, because I said, Well, it's going to be up and uploaded probably two to three weeks from now. It's like two or three days later. They said, You know, I've changed my mind. I don't want my story out there at all. Yeah, there was fear in theirs. There was fear involved. Yeah, there was, there was   Michael Hingson ** 41:55 clearly fear, um, with my person as well. Oh, yeah. And they got very, very nasty about it when I said, Look, it really is a good podcast. So, you know, I'm not going to, I don't want to have people and make people do things they don't want to do. I've had several people who have said, well, I want to hear the podcast before it goes out and and I'll say to that, no, it's a conversation, and I don't edit it. So the whole idea is that if there's any editing, it's just to deal with getting noise out of it and all that. But only that doesn't happen. But, you know, and people accept that, but again, it's fear. But the reality is that I believe everyone has a story to tell, and I believe that everyone, if they're willing to do it, should tell their story, because it will show other people that they're not any different, and we're all more unstoppable than we think we are. And that's the whole point of the podcast.   42:58 No, that's I agree. I agree 100%   Michael Hingson ** 43:02 Well, tell us. Tell me about some of the non fiction books that you've written. Tell me a little bit about what you've done and and so I just   Kim Lengling ** 43:08 had, I just had one released last week, actually called nuggets of hope. And that one has been in the works for a couple years, and it started with not me thinking about turning anything into a book. It was, it just started with the word hope. Showed up everywhere, everywhere, and I felt very strongly that I was supposed to be doing something with it. And I ended up getting polished stones with the word hope engraved on them, and carrying those with me. And I thought, Okay, I think I'm supposed to be giving nuggets of hope to people and but I wasn't sure how to do that, but I had this very strong nudge that I was meant to be doing this. And so that began a couple years ago. And I would just approach people who I would see, you know, I'm out running errands, doing my thing, and I would just someone would catch my eye, and I would feel very strongly nudged. Be like that person needs a nugget of hope. And I would just approach and say, Excuse me, ma'am, or sir, I would like to give you a nugget of hope today, and without fail, and I've been doing this for a couple years, so I've been handing out quite a few my little stones. And without fail, every single person I've approached has has put their hand out to accept that, and I get a hope and from a total stranger just coming up to them. You know, it's, it's amazing. And the reactions that I've had have just been, you know, there's been tears, there's been laughter, nervous laughter. There's been funny looks like, Who are you crazy woman approaching me? Um, I've had people hug me and I had one older gentleman yell at me in anger and swear at me in Walmart, and, you know, ask me very loudly, what the hell did he have to hope for? And but he took the nugget of hope and put it in his pocket. Yeah, and I knew in that moment with that, that particular gentleman had nothing to do with me and he was in his probably had to have been in his late 80s. So I don't know what was gone in his life, but I do firmly believe, even to this day, that I was meant to be in front of him at that moment in time and give him a nugget of hope, a nugget of hope. Yeah, I firmly believe that. And I don't know, you know, when our interaction was done, he was still an angry man, and that's okay, because I didn't let it land on me, because it wasn't supposed to. It wasn't directed at me. And I got in my car, and I actually did cry. I sat in my car with my head on my steering wheel, crying for that man, because my heart hurt for him. And I thought, you know, what? If he's what if he just lost his wife, and he has no idea. And because he was yelling at me about not knowing what dish soap to get, he couldn't find the kind that he needed. And I thought, maybe, you know, he just, he had just lost his wife, yeah, and she always used a particular soap, and he couldn't find it, and that was what put him over. Maybe he's a full time caregiver for a family member, you know, maybe a white, I don't know, Alzheimer's, what have you. Maybe he was just coming off of a very long illness, and he's on his own, a widower, whatever, because he was, he was late 80s, at least, and looked very, very, very tired. And my heart just hurt. My heart just hurt for him. And I thought, You know what, he might have been yelling and swearing at me, and that is perfectly okay, but I'm going to sit here and pray for him. I'm going to pray for peace and for grace to just envelope him, you know, just be covered in it, and maybe when he wakes up tomorrow and he goes to grab all that stuff from the hallway table and put back in his pocket, he'll look down and see that yeah, and maybe then it'll be like, oh, you know. Or maybe, maybe not. Maybe it would be a week, maybe a month, whatever. But I firmly believe in my heart that at some point he was going to see that, and it would   Michael Hingson ** 47:24 click, and you haven't seen him since, I assume, no, it's   Kim Lengling ** 47:27 total stranger. I don't know these people, you know. And there was one time I have these, I got little cards made too, because, well, these stones are pretty expensive, actually. So I got little cards made too, just tiny, little square cards, and it says, share a nugget of hope today. And on the back, it says, The world is a better place because you're in it. And I had some of those because I had forgotten to put stones in my pocket, and I had a couple of those cards in my purse. And I was in a store just picking, you know, doing errands, and I was walking by some sweaters, and I thought, I'm going to put one of these little cards in a pocket of that sweater and just put it in. Didn't think anything of it. Several days later, I got a message through Facebook from a young lady saying, I don't know if this is the person who left a card in a sweater, but if you are, I want to thank you for leaving this little nugget of hope in that sweater, because I've been struggling with my weight for a very long time, and I had an event to attend, and I was looking for a sweater that would help make me feel better. And she didn't notice that that little card that said, be a nugget of hope today, the world's a better place because you're in it. She didn't notice it until she was home putting the sweater on again to try it on in front of her mirror. And she said, if that was if the person that I'm reaching right now is the person who left that card, I want to thank you for doing that, and I also want to let you know I'm going to keep this card, and when I feel so LED. I'm going to tuck it into a pocket somewhere in a store too, and hopefully someone else will get it, and they will, they will receive it as as I received mine. And I was just like, Oh my goodness.   Michael Hingson ** 49:12 You know, ever since thunder dog was published, I get emails. They're they're sporadic somewhat, but I get emails from people who have said how this book inspired or how I learned so much. And you know, as far as I am concerned, I am better for all of the comments that I get. I learned from everyone who decides to reach out in one way or another, and I encounter people in very, very unusual circumstances. I was in Dallas Fort Worth airport one day, and this guy comes up to me, and he said, You're Mike Kingston. You just wrote thunder dog, and I want to shake your hand, and I want to take you to lunch. And I had time. So. Did go to lunch and I and I never had met the guy before, but he had read thunder dog, and it obviously made a difference to him. So I think, as I said, every time I hear from someone, I believe it makes me a better person. It teaches me that when we put out words or seeds in the field, or whatever you want to call it, that you never know where they're going to plant and thrive. But if that's what I'm supposed to do, then I'm glad I'm doing it.   Kim Lengling ** 50:36 I feel exactly the same, and I like how you said you were it you said each, each comment that you get makes, makes you a better person, and that that's so profound, and it's, it's humbling, isn't it? When you get comments like that, or people approach you and say something that, you know, it was inspiring, or that motivated me, or, you know, wow, that's something I really needed. I mean, it's, it's very for me anyway, it's very humbling. I had an older lady. I was helping her put her groceries in her car. It's just, I just randomly saw her, you know, struggling, and I had a nugget of hope in my hand too, of course. So I went up and I, you know, said, I'd like to give you a nugget of hope, and I'd also like to help you put your groceries in your car. And we got done doing that, and she looked down at the nugget of hope in her hand, and she got all teary eyed, and gave me a big hug, and she said, You are my absolute angel today. You have no idea how much I needed this. And I went, I'm so grateful that, that you're the one that's receiving this, and that you you know that, that you need it. She goes, but I said, but I am no angel. I am no angel. And she said, she's, you know, she just kind of chuckled, and, you know, said, No, you have, you just have no idea. You have no idea what this means to me today. And I didn't ask, because it's none of my business, yeah, you know, I just, I wished her a blessed day, and I went back to my car, and I sat there, and I sat there, and there was another time I actually cried. I was like, oh my goodness, this is what I think I'm, you know, I'm supposed to be doing this random stuff. And it's not random, obviously, but I don't know it's, it's profound, and it hits you, and I'm sure that that's, yeah, probably your book has probably done the same. Your book is a nugget of hope. You know, to many people, I'm sure,   Michael Hingson ** 52:22 I hope it is. I didn't, I didn't write it to do anything other than to try to encourage people and motivate people and teach people a little bit. And I guess it's done all of those things. So I can't complain.   Kim Lengling ** 52:34 No, it's awesome. It's great. And what a beautiful What a beautiful legacy, you know, because that's always going to be out there. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 52:43 Well, you wrote a New Britain or been the lead on a number of anthologies. And I think three of your books are in the series. When Grace found me, tell me about that series. Those   Kim Lengling ** 52:53 started that was in 2020, actually, when the world shut down. Yes, and I was online, and I found an online writers group. It was all women, and the majority of them were from England. And so I was like, the minority being the American. And I met a beautiful lady online, and she had just started up a faith based publishing company. And so her and I were like, hey, you know, let's chat afterwards. And so we set up a zoom and chatted afterwards for a while. And I said, you know, I've had this idea. I've got a few stories in my head, but I would love to get other people's stories. You know about, you know, when Grace found them, and we were just chatting about grace, and she said, Well, let's figure out how to make this work. And so her and I actually start to together. Started those when Grace found me series, and we asked a few people, and then it kind of snowballed, because it was just going to be one, just going to be one book, 20 people done, once it reached 20, and we're like, oh, this, you know, we've got enough for a book. They're 1500 words each. The stories, they're beautiful. Let's do it. But then word of mouth got out somehow, online, and people kept coming forward. Well, I would like to participate, and I have a story, and it turned in. It went from one book to three books, and 2020, co authors in each book. And we, we published all of those within 12 months. Wow. It was so much work, so much work. But those, those stories, oh, my goodness, the the comments that we got after they were out, you know? And she, she's just started her little, tiny, little publishing company, and it was just, it was just amazing. What an amazing experience. And then I, you know, two years ago, I and I truly enjoy bringing folks together to share their stories, and I enjoy, you know, collaborating and coordinating all of these. And. And so the the last two have been paw prints on the couch and paw prints on the kitchen floor. And those are anthologies all about pets. You know, people are sharing their their stories about their pets and how they've enriched their lives or changed their lives or saved their lives, you know? And it's, it's just rewarding to me, and it's also fun to give folks that maybe have never written before, that chance to say I'm published in a book, you know? Because that's pretty exciting stuff for folks. And some folks are like, I've never aspired to be a writer, and I don't want to be, but I do want to share my story in this book. Yeah, you know. So it's been fun, and oh my goodness, I learned, I learned how to publish. You know, like I said, I like to learn. So I've learned so much about publishing and formatting and how to corral all the people that are involved in the book.   Michael Hingson ** 55:57 Have you? Have you converted any of them to audiobooks,   Kim Lengling ** 56:00 no, and I need to do that. I just don't have the funds to do that at this time. That's that's not something that's cheap, and I'm not set up to do it myself. I don't have the right I have the equipment, but I don't think it would be the quality that I want it to be if I did it myself, and I just don't have the funds to do that, and I would, I would love to do it for the paw prints books, both of them, for sure. And I'm considering do, because everybody's going, you have to, when's the third one coming out? And I said I wasn't really planning on and they're going, you have two, you have to do at least three, and then make it a series. So I was actually talking to a couple people today about it, and they're encouraging me to do a third one. So I probably will, you know, so that would come out next year sometime. But I don't know. I would like to, I would like to get audio books of all of them. I just have to reach a point where I'm able to do that and make it what's professionally done.   Michael Hingson ** 57:03 Yeah, yeah. AI is getting better, but I'm not sure that it's really there yet for doing recording of audio books, unless you've got a whole lot of equipment and can do various   Kim Lengling ** 57:15 things. I've played around listening to some of the different voices and stuff, and the inflect, the inflection just isn't there, yeah, I know, yeah. Some of them sound pretty good, but you don't get the correct pauses. And you know, you know what I mean. It just, you can tell, it's like, oh, that sounds pretty good. And then you're like, Ah, no, right there, nope, that just blew it.   Michael Hingson ** 57:38 Yeah? I I agree, and I fully understand. Well, so you've written non fiction? Is there a fiction book in your future?   Kim Lengling ** 57:47 I have one in my head, and it's been in there for several years, and it's been getting louder so and I've talked to other fiction writers, and they're going, okay, when you've got characters in your head and they're getting louder. That means you are supposed to be writing this book. Yeah. So this year, and we're almost done with this year, it the characters, and it's kind of kind of fantasy, kind of ish, young adult ish. I don't even know what it is yet, but I've got the characters in my head. I know what they look like. I know what they sound like. And, you know, there's wood sprites are involved, you know, wood sprites and animals are involved, heavily involved. They are the main characters of the story. So, yeah, I every once in a while, I sit down and I'll write, you know, maybe four or 500 words of it, and then I walk away. But I want to, they're getting louder. The characters are getting louder, so I need to sit down and just go, Kim,   Michael Hingson ** 58:50 let's get going. No, that's not why it's going to work. What's I know you're going to sit down and they're going to say, Kim, we're writing this book, right? Most characters are going to write the book   Kim Lengling ** 58:59 right. They're going to tell me what they're doing and what they're saying, that's for sure. And   Michael Hingson ** 59:03 you're in, you're going to do it, or they're going to get even louder,   Kim Lengling ** 59:08 you know? And it's, it's so interesting because I remember the first time I was talking to a fiction author, and they said my characters got so loud in my head, I didn't quite grasp what they were saying, but I found it fascinating, and now I understand what they were saying, yeah,   59:26 yeah. And   Kim Lengling ** 59:27 I joking, you know, I laugh. It's not joking. I laugh about it because they're like, Well, what? What do you have one character that's louder than the others? I said, Yes, and it's a female, and she's Irish,   Michael Hingson ** 59:38 there you are. So she's   59:39 yelling in her Irish accent.   Michael Hingson ** 59:42 You better listen, I haven't had that happen to me yet, so I haven't done a fiction book, but I'm sure the time is going to come and and we'll, we'll have fun with it. But when   Kim Lengling ** 59:55 it's I did, I wasn't expecting it to happen. It just it's there. There it   Michael Hingson ** 59:59 is. It. Exactly right, and that's been the case with with everything that I've done, especially over the past 23 years. And you know, I think it will happen more. I never thought I was going to be doing a podcast, but when the pandemic occurred, I started to learn about it, and then began working with accessibe, which is a company that makes products that help make the internet more inclusive and accessible for people with a lot of disabilities, and they asked me to do a podcast because I said I was learning about podcasting, and suddenly I've been doing unstoppable mindset now for over three years, and it's a lot of fun.   Kim Lengling ** 1:00:33 But you know, that's how my podcast started. Was in 2020 Yeah, we have an awful lot in common. Michael, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 1:00:44 well, we should collaborate on books, then that'll be the next thing.   Kim Lengling ** 1:00:48 Absolutely, I am open for that works for me. Awesome. You tell me when and where, and we'll I'll sit down and chat. We can brainstorm about it.   Michael Hingson ** 1:00:57 I'm ready any old time. Me too. And there you have it, friends, the beginning of a new relationship, and another book that will come out of it. And you heard it here first, on unstoppable mindset, that's right, it's now thrown out there. It is out there for the world to to see and hear. Well, I want to really thank you for being with us. We've been doing this an hour, and it's just has gone by, like priest lightning, and now we have next week on on your podcast, and that's going to be kind of fun.   1:01:27 Yeah, I'm looking forward to it really   Michael Hingson ** 1:01:31 me too, and, and I'm sure that Alamo is going to want to listen in over here. He's He's over here on his bed, and he if I close the door when I always close the door when I do the podcast, because otherwise the cat will invade and stitch wants attention when she wants attention. But if I close the door and Alamo is not in here, then he wants attention, or at least he wants in. So I always have to let Alamo in, but stitch doesn't need to be here. I've done one podcast where she sat on the top of my desk chair during the whole podcast,   Kim Lengling ** 1:02:07 I've had guests where their cat, they said, Do you mind? I said, No, I don't mind. I love animals. Their cat the entire time was walking across the desk in front of them the whole time. So the tail the entire time was just going back and forth. It was so comical. But then, you know, you're just like, We're just two people sitting at a kitchen table having coffee. That's how I like. That's   Michael Hingson ** 1:02:28 right. Well, stitch will come in occasionally, and if I let her, if I bring her in and I put her on the back of the desk chair, she'll stay there. And so she likes that. If she gets restless, then I've told her, You can't be too restless and you can't one out in the middle of a podcast. You're either here or you're not. Mostly she's agreeable. I want to thank you again for being here. This has been fun, and one of these days, we'll get out to Pennsylvania and visit. Or you can come out this way somehow. But I want to thank you for being here. If people want to reach out to you, how do they do that?   Speaker 1 ** 1:03:08 Easiest way is to just go to my website, which is my name, Kim Lengling, author.com, that's K, I M, L, E N, G, l, I N, G. Author.com, you can find out what I'm doing

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Join us as we kick off our exploration of Mineral Wells, Texas - the unexpected wellness haven just left of Dallas-Fort Worth that's captivating health enthusiasts and history buffs alike. We're diving straight into what makes this charming town truly special: its legendary mineral-rich waters with healing properties so remarkable they earned the nickname "Crazy Water."You'll hear the fascinating origin story from 1881 when a woman suffering from dementia reportedly found relief after regularly drinking from a local well, transforming it into a destination for thousands seeking similar benefits. We take you inside our first-hand experience at the Crazy Coffee and Water Bar, where we sample four distinct varieties of mineral water - each with its own unique properties, taste profile, and wellness benefits. From the purified Number One to America's highest mineral content bottled water (the legendary Number Four), we guide you through what makes each special and how locals recommend incorporating them into your wellness routine.The nutritionist in Alexa couldn't resist breaking down exactly what makes these waters so beneficial - from their alkaline properties that help reduce acidity and toxins to the impressive mineral profile that includes sodium bicarbonate, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. These natural elements work together to support everything from bone strength to immune function. We also share our rejuvenating experience at the mineral baths, where Number Three water combined with micro-bubble technology created the perfect detoxifying soak.Whether you're fascinated by natural wellness approaches, curious about unique American travel destinations, or simply love discovering hidden gems with rich histories, this episode offers a refreshing dive into a truly special place. Subscribe now and join us for the next three episodes as we continue exploring the wonders of Mineral Wells!Thanks for your ongoing support!http://paypal.me/TheROAMiesAlexa and RoryThe ROAMiesPlease subscribe, rate and share our podcast! Follow us at:http://www.TheROAMies.comThe ROAMies: Facebook and Instagram YouTube and Xr.GET YOUR FIRMOO Glasses or Sunglasses Here: * 50% off code: QZGO50* Link: https://bit.ly/3RezRhz

From North Texas to New York, economists are predicting doom and gloom after the far-reaching “Liberation Day” tariffs announced by President Donald Trump triggered steep declines in global markets. Friday's session capped the stock market's worst stretch since the COVID-19 crisis that began in 2020. The S&P 500 is down more than 10% since trading opened Thursday, while the Nasdaq Composite closed in bear market territory, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average flirted with correction. In other news, a second unvaccinated child has died from measles complications in the West Texas outbreak, Lubbock hospital officials confirmed; Coppell ISD officials want Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit against the district thrown out saying it is “political fodder” against public schools based on a manipulated hidden-video recording; and the Rangers completed a three-game sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday. The Rangers hit the road for the week with series in Chicago and Seattle before returning home on the 15th.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jonathan Nichols is a real estate investor and co-founder of Apogee Capital, based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Formerly an aerospace engineer, Jonathan transitioned into multifamily real estate in 2019 and has since acquired eight multifamily properties and one self-storage facility totaling 1,000 units. He brings an analytical, systems-based approach to acquisitions and asset management, leveraging his engineering background to scale strategically in Texas and Oklahoma.     Get ready for REWBCON 2025, happening from April 10th to 12th! Use my code JOHN at checkout for 10% off your ticket. Key Takeaways: Transitioning from aerospace engineering to full-time real estate investor was driven by a desire for entrepreneurship and dissatisfaction with corporate ceilings. Strategic scaling includes focusing on one area of real estate—acquisitions, capital raising, or asset management—before trying to juggle all three. Jonathan emphasizes using project-based virtual help and the “Buy Back Your Time” principle to grow the business efficiently. His current investment focus is on B-class multifamily properties in both primary and tertiary Texas and Oklahoma markets. Jonathan believes in leveraging partnerships, staying lean, and maximizing operational efficiency over aggressive expansion.     Topics: From Aerospace to Real Estate Passion for entrepreneurship and systems-thinking led Jonathan to real estate. His corporate experience built a solid foundation for data-driven decision-making and risk management. The Launch of Apogee Capital Started with single-family investing before moving into multifamily. Made the full-time leap after successfully completing two major deals and having a third under contract. Making the Jump from W-2 to Full-Time Investing Used a “point of no return” analogy to describe the moment he had to commit fully. Recommended having proof of concept and income before making the transition. Encourages consulting mentors and a trusted circle before leaving a day job. Time Management and Scaling Up Leveraging tools like the Buy Back Your Time method to maximize productivity. Hiring project-based VAs for tasks like web design helped free up his bandwidth. Delegating wisely and tracking what truly moves the needle is critical to long-term success. Market Shifts and Strategy Adjustments Previously focused on Oklahoma and other tertiary markets due to DFW competition. Now sees Dallas as a market ready for reentry due to softening rents and increased vacancies. Transitioning from C-class to B-class assets to reduce CapEx risk and improve asset quality. Structure and Operations Jonathan and his wife divide duties: he focuses on acquisitions; she handles asset management. Portfolio ranges from 75 to 170 units, with a preference for properties large enough to support full on-site teams. Long-term vision includes vertical integration but currently partners with third-party managers.    

In this powerful episode of Franchise Envy, I sit down with Kevin Lewis, a former restaurant executive turned top-performing Apex Leadership Co. franchisee in Dallas-Fort Worth. With over $1.6M in annual revenue across five territories, Kevin proves you can leave the grind of late-night restaurant calls behind and build a business with impact, flexibility, and freedom.We dive deep into Kevin's story—from climbing the corporate ladder in the restaurant world to discovering Apex through a franchise consultant. Hear how he turned a “maybe” into a million-dollar mission, now helping schools raise more money than ever—all while promoting health, character, and leadership in kids.