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Some guests just drop bombs for an hour straight, and Griffin Brand is one of them. Griffin is a former 75th Ranger Regiment special operator who, at 26, found himself as the lone military advisor to the U.S. ambassador in Kabul, wrangling 20 different three-letter agencies into one room. Now he's in private equity with High Ground, working deals across the restoration industry. If you caught last week's episode with Griffin and his co-author Dan Casey on their book Bring Your Own Pencil, this is the deep dive into the man behind it. This conversation is loaded for anyone leading a business in the trades: restoration, roofing, HVAC, you name it. We get into General McChrystal's "fast and flat" philosophy and how to break down the silos killing your company's speed. Extreme ownership, owning the inputs so the outcomes take care of themselves, why veterans are the best hires in blue collar, and a story Griffin had never told before about an insider attack at the embassy and what it taught him about empathy and leadership. Trust me, you'll want a notebook. Owning a business in the trades can be the loneliest job there is. Head, Heart, & Boots exists to change that, because the best leaders don't go it alone, and neither should you. Why You Should Listen: [11:03] The third door: how Griffin got through every door he was told was closed, including Ranger Regiment [15:09] The leadership move that built instant trust with the highest-ego room on the planet [18:53] Fast and flat: McChrystal's team of teams, and one practical way to run it in your shop tomorrow [34:07] The insider attack story Griffin processes live for the first time, and the empathy lesson he took from it [52:39] Why veterans are the hire your business needs, and how to find them Grab Bring Your Own Pencil on Amazon, Audible, or bringyourownpencil.com. Did you know... Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%. Business Health & Value Assessment Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps. Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes: A Lite Valuation Of Your Business Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You Value Acceleration Strategies Spotlight on Floodlight: Your Secret Weapon for Sales & Scaling This isn't a paid plug. It's real talk from the front lines. If you've ever thought, “How do I get a VP-level sales leader or even a sales team without hiring full-time?” Floodlight has the answer. Fractional Sales Leadership They act as your outsourced VP of Sales, taking full responsibility for training, managing, and growing your sales team. No six-figure hire needed. Clients often close 20 to 50 percent more deals within six months, thanks to data-driven coaching, CRM setup, scripts, and performance reviews.More at floodlightgrp.com/sales Commercial Sales MasterCourse A self-paced, video-driven B2B sales course designed specifically for restoration teams. Perfect for building commercial revenue and getting free from TPA handcuffs. Covers mindset, prospecting, pipeline building, LinkedIn lead generation, and includes a $250 discount with code SALESBOOST.Details at floodlightgrp.com/courses Tailored Consulting & Coaching Floodlight's Propel Your Business methodology offers a full-circle roadmap: financials, sales, marketing, leadership, recruiting, productivity. All built for contractors. These aren't “life coaches.” They're former restoration owners who've lived the chaos and know how to scale out of it.Explore more at floodlightgrp.com Live Training, Tools & Strategic Partnerships Floodlight also delivers live onsite and virtual training, keynote speaking, and leadership tracks covering operations, project management, and strategic growth. Bonus: They've vetted tools like Xcelerate, Liftify, and Sureti. Floodlight clients get access to exclusive discounts on tech that actually moves the needle.See all partnerships at floodlightgrp.com/partners Why it matters for you as a listener You don't need to figure this stuff out alone. If you're serious about sales growth, operational clarity, exit readiness, or leadership development, Floodlight is already helping folks like you scale smarter. And you get it from industry insiders. People who've sat in your chair, survived the fires, and built systems that actually work.
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench, plenty to get through including the RedFM hurling league, LGFA action and hearing from Oisin McConville and Kevin McManamon
Every once in a while you record an episode and you know, before you even hit stop, that it's a top-tenner. This is that one. Chris and I sat down with Dan Casey and Griffin Brand - a football coach turned historian and an Army Ranger, to talk about their book Bring Your Own Pencil, the leadership playbook of the legendary Bill Walsh. But this isn't a football episode. It's a masterclass for anyone leading a crew or building a business in the trades - roofing, HVAC, restoration, you name it. How to hold a standard without becoming a tyrant. How Walsh turned betrayal into the greatest coaching tree in NFL history. Imposter syndrome, self-belief before the evidence shows up, and why you should never quit a hit show. Grab a notebook - and bring your own pencil. Owning a business in the trades can be the loneliest job there is. Head, Heart, & Boots exists to change that, because the best leaders don't go it alone, and neither should you. -Brandon Why You Should Listen [10:19] The Hacksaw Reynolds story behind the title — one sentence that set the standard for a dynasty [18:31] Holding standards without a toxic, maniacal culture (their answer punched me right in the face) [21:49] Bill Walsh's origin story is failure — and what he built from it [43:20] The four most powerful words a leader can say [54:53] Lightning round: the books and daily habits every leader should steal Did you know... Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%. Business Health & Value Assessment Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps. Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes: A Lite Valuation Of Your Business Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You Value Acceleration Strategies Spotlight on Floodlight: Your Secret Weapon for Sales & Scaling This isn't a paid plug. It's real talk from the front lines. If you've ever thought, “How do I get a VP-level sales leader or even a sales team without hiring full-time?” Floodlight has the answer. Fractional Sales Leadership They act as your outsourced VP of Sales, taking full responsibility for training, managing, and growing your sales team. No six-figure hire needed. Clients often close 20 to 50 percent more deals within six months, thanks to data-driven coaching, CRM setup, scripts, and performance reviews.More at floodlightgrp.com/sales Commercial Sales MasterCourse A self-paced, video-driven B2B sales course designed specifically for restoration teams. Perfect for building commercial revenue and getting free from TPA handcuffs. Covers mindset, prospecting, pipeline building, LinkedIn lead generation, and includes a $250 discount with code SALESBOOST.Details at floodlightgrp.com/courses Tailored Consulting & Coaching Floodlight's Propel Your Business methodology offers a full-circle roadmap: financials, sales, marketing, leadership, recruiting, productivity. All built for contractors. These aren't “life coaches.” They're former restoration owners who've lived the chaos and know how to scale out of it.Explore more at floodlightgrp.com Live Training, Tools & Strategic Partnerships Floodlight also delivers live onsite and virtual training, keynote speaking, and leadership tracks covering operations, project management, and strategic growth. Bonus: They've vetted tools like Xcelerate, Liftify, and Sureti. Floodlight clients get access to exclusive discounts on tech that actually moves the needle.See all partnerships at floodlightgrp.com/partners Why it matters for you as a listener You don't need to figure this stuff out alone. If you're serious about sales growth, operational clarity, exit readiness, or leadership development, Floodlight is already helping folks like you scale smarter. And you get it from industry insiders. People who've sat in your chair, survived the fires, and built systems that actually work.
Dan was joined by Midland's 103 Sports Reporter Liam White to chat about Cork's clash with Offaly in Semple Stadium tomorrow
Dan Casey was in the hotseat for a jam packed Big Red Bench. Plenty of preview for Cork v Offaly, we hear from Liam White of Midland's 103 as well as Cork captain Darragh Fitzgibbon
Dan Casey was joined by Off the Ball's Jonathan Higgins to chat after Cork's historic win over Donegal in Ballybofey!
Dan Casey was lucky enough to be running the show on an incredible day for Cork football
The two Big Red Bench presenters decided to dissect Cork's loss to Limerick in the Munster hurling final
Dan Casey was joined in studio by Simon Healy and Jake Keating to chat about the Gaelic football charity initiative
Dan Casey in on the Big Red Bench. We talk Cork hurling, Cork City, Kit Con and everything in between!
Was brilliant to speak to the Cork Hurling Pod as the two lads look back at the year so far as well as looking ahead to the clash with Limerick in the Pairc
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench and he can barely contain his excitement at the Cork v Meath football game, we also look ahead to Cork v Clare in Pairc Ui Chaoimh
Dan Casey was joined by Harry Hayden to review and preview Cork City's season so far , including looking at recent controversy
Dan Casey back in the hotseat, plenty on the show including Cork City chat as well as hearing from Padraig O'Hora on Mount Everest!
Órla O'Leary and Dan Casey from the big red bench preview the Cork footballers clash against Kerry in the Munster SHC Final in Killarney tomorrow!
Coach Dan Casey joins Crain & Cone on Tuesday to break down his top-five offensive playcallers, whether head coaches or offensive coordinators, around college football. -- -- -- Keep the bugs away with Pestie. Go to https://pestie.com/CRAIN for 10% off your order. -- -- -- Baerskin: https://baerskintactical.com/u -- -- -- For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com -- -- -- Intro: 0:00-1:04 What makes a great playcaller?: 1:05-2:21 Why playcallers can't script a whole football game: 2:22-3:40 Jake's Take on Trick Plays: 3:41-4:40 More on playcalling: 4:41-5:35 5. Navy OC Drew Cronic: 5:36-9:49 Pestie: 9:50-11:08 4. LSU OC Charlie Weis Jr.: 11:09-17:01 3. Vanderbilt OC Tim Beck: 17:02-19:04 2. Kentucky HC Will Stein: 19:05-20:38 Bearskin: 20:39-21:58 1. Texas HC Steve Sarkisian: 21:59-25:44 HM. USC HC Lincoln Riley: 25:45-27:47 Wrapping up with Coach Dan Casey: 27:48-28:25 -- -- -- Follow Our Socials: X / Twitter: @CrainandCone Instagram: @CrainCompany TikTok: @CrainandCone #CrainandCo #CrainandCone#News #Sports #football #collegefootball #sportsshow #sportsnews #cfb Crain & Cone, hosted by former college athletes Jake Crain, Blain Crain, and David Cone, is a college sports show dedicated to delivering quality analysis and passionate insight to the most die-hard fans.For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Former Cork star Colm O'Neill looks ahead with Dan Casey to what hopefully is a clash in Killarney that breaks a 30 year hoodoo!
The full episode of the Big Red Bench with Dan Casey, featuring Cork v Kerry preview, reaction from Cobh Ramblers win over Cork City and more.
Matthew Hurley kindly spoke to us to look ahead to a HUGE Munster final Sunday week in Killarney
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench and if you weren't ready for the Munster championship you soon will be. Hear from Ben O'Connor, Ronan Curran and hurling captain Darragh Fitz
Dan Casey was back for another installment of the Big Red Bench, plenty to get through including hearing from Cork football boss John Cleary and player Paul Walsh, and there's a mighty comeback for the LGFA team
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench as we look ahead to tomorrow's clash versus Limerick in the Gaelic grounds
A jam packed show today with Dan Casey as your host, plenty to look forward to including massive previews from the Cork footballer's ahead of their clash with Meath tomorrow as well as Ger McCarthy's interview with Shauna Kelly ahead of Cork LGFA's clash with Dublin
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench, a massive day in store for the footballers tomorrow. We also hear from Nicola Tuthill and Heimir himself!
Welcome to Episode 287 of the Better with Running podcast. Your hosts, Chris Armstrong and Zacca Newman, kick things off with a deep dive into their own training blocks. Chris shares the details of a 64km week highlighted by a 6 x 1km intervals and a scenic 90-minute long run through the trails of Benalla. Meanwhile, Zacca is knocking on the door of the triple digits with a massive 99km week, featuring a disciplined 25-minute continuous threshold at 3:41/km and a solid 23km long run alongside training partners Al and Reece.The heart of the episode is an interview with Dan Casey, an Echuca-based farmer and a long-term Run2PB athlete. Dan is the ultimate "quiet achiever," having spent the last four years methodically chipping away at his PBs under Chris's guidance. Since 2022, he has managed to shave an incredible 30 minutes off his half marathon time and 8 minutes off his 10km, proving that consistency and sticking to the plan—especially keeping the easy runs easy—is the most effective formula for long-term progression.Dan also opens up about the "dark side" of the marathon, recounting a harrowing experience at the 2024 Sunshine Coast Marathon where he collapsed at the 35km mark from severe heatstroke. He describes the terrifying moment of waking up in a garden bed with strangers pouring water on him, a sobering story that underscores the importance of hydration and respecting the distance. Despite the setback, Dan remains focused on his 2026 goals.We wrap up with a round of "Quick Qs," where we learn Dan is a Garmin loyalist and a zooper dooper man. From farm life in Moama to chasing a sub-1:28 half marathon, Dan's story is a relatable testament to the "everyday athlete" spirit. As a reward for his hard work and for being such a great guest, we're sending Dan a fresh pair of Oat Socks to keep those feet comfortable during those early morning farm miles.Partner Offer: By using the code Run2pb20 through the end of March, supporters of the podcast can grab 20% off their next kit upgrade. Go to www.oatrunning.com.au
Dan Casey was back in studio for another installment of the Big Red Bench. Plenty to talk about on today's show from 6 Nation's to Cork and Limerick to a Cheltenham preview with Jane Mangan
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench. Plenty to dissect including Ireland's win over England in the rugby as well as plenty of LGFA and Camogie action
Love for Cork sport is in the air this Valentine's Day as Dan Casey takes you through Ireland rugby's win over Italy in the 6 Nations and we also look forward to the footballers clash versus Offaly tomorrow
Send us a textGriffin Brand and Dan Casey, co-authors of Bring Your Own Pencil: Bill Walsh's Playbook for Winning at Anything, join Joe to explore preparation, leadership, and what separates sustained excellence from short-term success.It's Super Bowl weekend, so football is part of the lens—but it doesn't stay there. The discussion moves from Bill Walsh and the San Francisco 49ers to Dyson vacuums, Raising Cane's chicken fingers, JSOC, and even 50 Cent. Different worlds, same underlying question: why do some people and organizations endure while others flame out?At the center is a simple idea: success is a lagging indicator. Drawing on Walsh's leadership philosophy, Griffin and Dan explain why outcomes take care of themselves when leaders focus on standards, habits, and ownership of preparation—long before performance is visible.From there, the episode broadens into leadership more generally: perseverance, the myth of overnight success, and how constraints can sharpen thinking instead of limiting it. A key theme is the idea of a permanent base camp—maintaining standards that keep teams within striking distance of excellence without burning them out.They also spend time on legacy. Not wins or titles, but people. The episode reinforces a simple measure of leadership: how many people succeed because you took the time to invest in them.Watch the full interview on YouTube!Joe, Griffin, and Dan also discuss: What “bring your own pencil” really means for leaders Alive time vs. dead time How the path to the top is rarely a straight line How to sustain excellence without burning people or culture Why inputs matter more than outcomes How culture becomes real when it carries itself forward What legacy looks like when leaders step back Why the best leaders make their ceiling someone else's floorWhether you're watching the Super Bowl or leading a team far from the spotlight, this episode is a reminder that the work that matters most usually happens long before anyone is watching.A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors!Veteran-founded Adyton. Step into the next generation of equipment management with Log-E by Adyton. Whether you are doing monthly inventories or preparing for deployment, Log-E is your pocket property book, giving real-time visibility into equipment status and mission readiness. Learn more about how Log-E can revolutionize your property tracking process here!Meet ROGER Bank—a modern, digital bank built for military members, by military members. With early payday, no fees, high-yield accounts, and real support, it's banking that gets you. Funds are FDIC insured through Citizens Bank of Edmond, so you can bank with confidence and peace of mind. Logistics Systems Incorporated (LSI) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business supporting DoD and federal civilian agencies with enterprise IT operations, global logistics support, cybersecurity, data, and mission support services. Founded by a veteran Army leader, LSI is known for operating inside complex, high-consequence environments where leadership, discipline, and execution matter. Their teams support large user communities and mission-critical systems across defense and civilian agencies.
Follow My Lead: Developing the Leaders of Tomorrow with John Eades
In this episode of The John Eades Podcast, I sit down with Dan Casey and Griffin Brand, co-authors of Bring Your Own Pencil. At its core, this conversation is about preparation, discipline, and respect. Not as buzzwords, but as daily practices that quietly separate professionals from amateurs. Dan and Griffin share stories and principles behind the idea of "bringing your own pencil," the mindset of taking ownership before you're asked, and why leaders who prepare consistently earn trust faster and sustain credibility longer. We talk about: Why preparation is a signal of respect for others How leaders lose influence when they rely on talent alone The difference between showing up and showing up ready This is a practical conversation for leaders who care about standards, growth, and doing the work before the spotlight ever turns on. Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Bring-Your-Own-Pencil-Playbook/dp/B0GGC8JTL4
Dan Casey was back once more with another installment of Cork's favourite sports show. Plenty to look forward to including the Cork footballer's and hurler's clashes in Pairc Ui Chaoimh tomorrow
Dan Casey back with another installment of the Big Red Bench, plenty on the show today including reaction from Kilbrittain's immense All Ireland final victory as well as Ger McCarthy's interview with Cork camogie legend Laura Treacy
Dan Casey was back with another instalment of the Big Red Bench. Plenty of GAA action on today's show! A massive congratulations to Kilbrittain on their All Ireland win
Dan Casey is back with the first show of 2026!
Dan Casey was back for his last Big Red Bench of the year. Gift guide included for any last minute gifts as well as hearing Ruairi's chat with Munster gaffer Clayton McMillan
Dan Casey was in studio with another installment of Cork's favourite sports show. Plenty on this one including a very hefty St Finbarr's All Ireland preview!
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench. Plenty of action on this one including a look ahead to Munster's game with Bath in the European Champions Cup
Dan Casey was back with another episode of the Big Red Bench on Cork's Good Times RedFM. Plenty to get through including a chat with Cork sporting legend Patrick 'Hoggie' Horgan
Dan Casey with another installment of the Big Red Bench. Plenty of sporting action on this week's show, centered around a huge test match in Dublin
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench as we look at Ireland vs Australia in the rugby and Ireland vs Hungary in the football
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench. Plenty to discuss on this weeks show, including rugby, football and LGFA! A great Munster win!
Dan Casey was back with another installment of The Big Red Bench on Cork's Good Times RedFM, plenty of LGFA, football, rugby and athletics action on offer!
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench, plenty to get through here including a Munster preview as well as Cork City look back!!! We're headed to the Aviva
Dan Casey was back with another episode of the Big Red Bench, plenty to talk about on this week's show including a brilliant tribute from Tomas Mulcahy about his clubmate Patrick Horgan
Dan Casey was back with another installment of the Big Red Bench. Plenty of fun and craic on this one!
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College football strategist and Play Callers Club host Dan Casey joins 365 Sports to break down the biggest offensive trends, coaching moves, and play-calling philosophies shaping the game in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.splitzoneduo.comDan Casey, coach and founder of the Play Caller's Club, joins Richard to discuss the Xs and Os trends that are percolating across college football ahead of the 2025 season. Weird alignments, formations into the boundary, running backs out of the backfield, and the use of two-QB systems so that teams don't have to leave NIL dollars sitting on the bench. Plus, a defensive response led by the Michigan-Ravens tree and a comeback of a Tampa Buccaneers classic.This episode is for paid subscribers, with a free preview available to all. This is a great time to become a paid subscriber.Producer: Anthony Vito
BEEP BEEP! Special Guest Pod on the Feed!Three minions are left alive after the dungeon where they work is ransacked by "heroes." Led by gamemaster Amy Vorpahl, two skeletons (Danielle Radford and Dan Casey) and a goblin (Jason Nguyen) set out to see if they can escape the pit into which they've fallen, find their friends, and get back to serving their overlord. Goblin Mode is also available as a video podcast at https://www.youtube.com/geekandsundrySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.