Podcast appearances and mentions of Frank Garcia

In this episode of the Fork in the Road Podcast, I sit down with Frank Garcia, also known online as Artemorbid, to unpack his journey as a multi-disciplinary artist navigating the worlds of visual art, music, and YouTube content creation.Frank shares how his creative path began with a guitar at 13, evolved into visual art, and later grew into a successful YouTube channel combining his passions. He talks candidly about balancing creative pursuits, dealing with burnout, staying authentic in the digital age, and how artists can grow and monetise their presence online.I dive into:

Detective Rick Jackson, a decorated LAPD detective and a key inspiration in the development of Harry Bosch, delivers a shocking and immersive look into the one case he could never let go. In June 1990, Ronald Baker, a straight-A UCLA student, was found repeatedly stabbed to death in a tunnel near Spahn Ranch, where Charles Manson and his followers once lived. Shortly thereafter, Detective Rick Jackson and his partner, Frank Garcia, were assigned the case. Yet the facts made no sense. Who would have a motive to kill Ron Baker in such a grisly manner? Was the proximity to the Manson ranch related to the murder? And what about the pentagram pendant Ron wore around his neck? Jackson and Garcia soon focused their investigation on Baker's two male roommates, one black, and one white. What emerges is at once a story of confounding betrayal and cold-hearted intentions, as well as a larger portrait of an embattled Los Angeles, a city in the grip of the Satanic Panic and grappling with questions of racial injustice and police brutality in the wake of Rodney King. Rick Jackson, the now-retired police detective who helped inspire Michael Connelly's beloved Harry Bosch, along with co-writer, Matthew McGough, take us through the events as he and his partner experienced them, piecing together the truth with each emerging clue. Black Tunnel White Magic is the true story of a murder in cold blood, deception and betrayal, and a city at the brink, set forth by the only man who could tell it. BLACK TUNNEL, WHITE MAGIC: A Murder, a Detective's Obsession, and 90's Los Angeles on the Brink-Rick Jackson and Matthew McGoughFollow and comment on Facebook-TRUE MURDER: The Most Shocking Killers in True Crime History   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064697978510 Check out TRUE MURDER PODCAST @ truemurderpodcast.com 

In Episode 63 of the Virtual Velo Podcast, a true pioneer in the cycling and tech worlds, Frank Garcia joins Emma and Chris. As the founder of Improvement Interactive, Frank has built custom business software for industry giants, but his influence extends far beyond that. In the world of virtual cycling, he's a visionary—having competed in one of the first-ever races on Zwift and developing his passion into Cycligent Virtual Racing (CVR), which introduced massive prize purses and top-tier global competition. Frank shares his journey from the early days of Zwift racing to hosting groundbreaking live CVR World Cup tournaments worldwide, offering over $100,000 in prizes. He takes us through the highs and lows of creating virtual cycling platforms, including the launch of CVRcade and CADEsport, and reveals why he continues to invest in the future of the sport despite past challenges. In 2024, Frank is back with a new venture—Smash Your Fitness. This innovative virtual cycling app aims to make interactive fitness accessible to all, eliminating the need for expensive hardware and pairing seamlessly with his Smashometer wearable. In this episode, Frank provides insight into Smash Your Fitness's USPs, target audience, and bold vision for the future of fitness and virtual cycling. Tune in for a deep dive into the evolution of cycling esports, the challenges of building platforms in a rapidly growing market, and what's next for Frank. Don't miss out on the unique opportunity to delve even deeper into the intriguing topics discussed in this episode. CVR Founder Launches Indoor Cycling Fitness Gaming App “Smash Your Fitness” [Zommunique, Nov 11, 2024] VVN's Most Impactful People in Cycling Esports For 2024 [Zommunique, March 18, 2024] An Interview with Esports Champ, Lionel Vujasin [Zommunique, Oct. 25, 2021]   Join us for a conversational ride as we lend a voice to the digital athlete and bridge the gap between athlete and avatar. Statements made by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast, its hosts, or its partners. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions.

Episode 27: Field Day With Katie Black

This week on Panther Talk, Anish, Jim and Eugene speaks with Dave Canales, Frank Garcia and Adam Amin about Bryce Young, the Panthers week 14 loss to the Eagles, react to the Jonathan Brooks injury and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny confronts her stepfather then we take a long honeymoon!by Sénor Longo. Listen to the  ► Podcast at Connected.After lunch we walked together along the waterfront, watching the ferry to Bridgeport dock, disgorge its cargo of cars and trucks then fill its decks with those waiting to cross the Sound. The ferry was a great alternative to driving into and through New York City before heading north. I had always used the ferry when going to Boston or Cambridge, saving two or more hours and a boatload of hassle every time.Mom gave us a ride back to the station at 3:40 for the 4:06 train back to Penn Station. I was pleased to see Mom and Jenny hug before we climbed the ladder onto the train. We waved to Mom as the train pulled out.“Did Mom say something to you while you were hugging?”“Yes, she gave me some advice.”“Oh?”“Yes, she told me you were nothing like your father. I already knew that. I can't see you ever cheating and I know I would never cheat on you so I guess we're stuck with each other, forever.”I leaned in for a kiss that lasted longer than it should considering where we were then I whispered in Jenny's ear, “I certainly hope so.” Jenny didn't have to answer. Her eyes said all I needed to know.We had just changed trains in Huntington when I mentioned to Jenny that I thought we should get her a car. She seemed to think about it for a minute then chimed in, “Okay, but not a Honda. Your car is okay, better than okay, but after spending so many years barely getting by I'd like to splurge, get something a little extravagant. Is that okay?”“Of course; we can go out and look as soon as we're back home.” Jenny kissed me then whispered in my ear and I knew I was the luckiest man on the planet. She planned to prove it as soon as we were in our room.I stopped at reception to ask if they had a doctor on staff. Luckily, they did and I asked for an appointment tomorrow morning. I received a phone call fifteen minutes later telling me that Dr. St. Claire would come to my room at 11:30 tomorrow morning and that he wanted to know what the problem was so he could be prepared. “Tell him my arm is in a sling because of a knife wound I received last Saturday night. I want to make sure there's no infection and have the bandages changed.” I was assured that he would receive the message.Jenny had a smile on her face as she led me to the bedroom. She had just removed my shoes and socks when my cell rang. I looked at the screen and wondered, who the hell is Frank Garcia? I answered thinking it might be the doctor. I hadn't been paying much attention to his name. My caller was a detective for the NYPD who wanted to meet with me tomorrow morning, saying he had news regarding my assault and battery case. I suggested he meet us at reception at 8:30 and we'd treat him to breakfast. He nixed the breakfast, but did say he'd accept a cup of coffee. I had just ended the call in time. I could see that Jenny was getting impatient.“You were right, Doug; it was a long day. I enjoyed being with your mother, but the ride back was really boring.”“The Long Island Railroad is strictly a commuter line. There are people who do that very trip five days a week; the price of living in that area, I guess.”“Where did you live when you were working?”“Closer in, much closer in; I lived and worked in Hicksville which is on another line. There are three; North, Central, and South.”“Interesting, but not now; I have my mind on something else.” She almost tore the clothes from my body and a minute later hers followed. “Now, don't forget who's doing the doing.” I just laughed as she gently lowered me to the bed. I lay in the center of the big king bed with my right arm out to the side, exactly as instructed while Jenny showed me just how much she loved me. She rubbed her swimsuit model's body over mine, her nipples moving into my mouth and hand as we kissed and kissed and groped each other unashamedly.I had two fingers in her, my thumb on her hard swollen clit as she stroked me furiously. There was a time in the not so distant past when that was my only means of relief. A lot had changed since Jenny had come into my life. I'd hoped to marry, but never imagined it would be to a goddess like Jenny. It was all I could do to resist pulling her onto my rod, that's how hot I was for her. She must have been clairvoyant because just seconds later she moved up onto my body and rubbed me into her dripping slit. I had closed my eyes, but heard her moan as she slid down until our bodies met.I couldn't help myself; I began to move with her, driving my cock as deeply into her as humanly possible. Jenny was right; it was a very long day and my arm didn't make it any easier. It felt as though I was being stabbed over and over as the day progressed. However, what I was feeling now with my wonderful wife was worth everything I had endured.Let's face it; there are only so many variations for sex. Sure there're oral and anal, although I didn't find the thought of that terribly appealing, and there's genital sex. I'd had plenty of manual sex over the twenty-plus years before meeting Jenny. In spite of the obvious limitations, sex with Jenny was never dull. She had such energy and so much love to share that I was never bored. Tonight was as exciting as ever even though I was exhausted. The pain in my arm had given me a miserable night's sleep. I'd slept through the night, but Jenny had told me I was tossing and turning the entire time.Jenny tried something new on me tonight, flexing her vaginal muscles and squeezing my cock like never before. “Oh God!” I was practically screaming as I came and came again until Jenny covered my mouth with hers. She covered my face with kisses once I had settled down. I could barely speak, but somehow I managed to croak, “You didn't.”“That's not important. You'll get me tomorrow. I know how tired you are. Why don't we get room service? That's something I always wanted to do.”“What about Lady? She has to eat and we have to put her out.”“I can do both. I know it's dark, but I won't go into the park and I'll have Lady with me.” I thought about it for a minute before struggling to get out of bed. “I'll come with you then a quick shower and we can call down for food. How does that sound?” Jenny gave me a sour look, but helped me to get up and dress. I fed Lady and ten minutes later we stood together in the park. Several young toughs walked nearby, but continued past us when Lady growled. One group even recognized Lady from the TV news as they shouted, “Nice going, man,” and other congratulatory remarks. All the same I was pleased when we were safely inside the Plaza's lobby.We ordered steaks, probably the best choice for room service, baked potatoes, and a pitcher of iced tea. It was served on our coffee table as I signed the bill, but gave the server his tip in cash. Jenny and I ate quietly, but a few minutes later she asked, “What do you think the police want?”“Not sure, but I don't think they want to arrest me. If they did the detective wouldn't have phoned. He would have been here waiting for me. He said he has some info on the case so I guess we'll find out in the morning.” Room service sounds romantic, but the food is often cold by the time it's delivered. Tonight it was okay, but it was better than going out. We ate, showered together as we did every night, and climbed into bed, Jenny, as always, on my left side with her head on my chest. I lay back on the pillow and was gone in seconds.CHAPTER 12.There were two men in cheap suits standing in front of reception as we walked up. “Detective Garcia,” I asked.“Dr. Preston, good of you to see us. This is my partner, Tim Rooney.” I shook hands lefty and introduced Jenny. We walked together into the Plaza's food court where we were seated in a booth. Jenny and I ordered breakfast and they ordered coffee even though I invited them to join us.“At these prices I'd be broke in less than a week. What kind of work do you do, Dr. Preston?”“Actually, Det. Rooney; I'm officially retired although I did get an assignment to write a short program last week. That's what I do; write computer programs. I wrote all the programs in the ‘Idiot' series.”“Those are really good. I used one to learn Spanish.”“Yeah, but you still speak with an Irish accent. I can barely understand you.”“What would you know? You were born in Brooklyn; talk about an accent!”Jenny and I laughed. “I suspect life with you two is never dull.”“We have to make jokes when we can,” Det. Garcia explained. “Sometimes our work can be really morbid. Why don't we get to business?” He stopped for a moment to stir some real cream into his coffee. “Mmmm, that's good. Okay, we got the report from the vet on your dog. I'm sure you know it came back clean. We learned that your assailant was high on meth; methamphetamine. He's still in Bellevue in the prison ward and his arm is a mess. The doctors put several screws in it, but they still think he'll have trouble for the rest of his life. Of course, the whole thing was entirely his fault so I doubt that any of us have even a tiny bit of sympathy.“We've spoken to the DA in charge of the case and he'll go to the Grand Jury next week. There's no reason for you to attend or testify, but I can tell you that he's going for attempted murder in addition to assault with a deadly weapon. There'll be some other charges thrown in; there always are. I have your cell number so I can contact you, if necessary.”“Do you think I'll have to testify? And Jenny?”“It's hard to say. It might go to a plea bargain because he has no criminal record. This guy had a great job on Wall Street so he has plenty of money; maybe too much. I assume your suit was ruined. Any idea how much it cost? We'll ask the judge for you to be compensated for your loss.”“Actually, I do know. I had just bought that suit from a tailor in Hong Kong. It cost me $3,000 and the shirt was $250, both of them custom made for me. I'm more concerned with Jenny's dress. She tried to stop the bleeding and it was covered with blood. I gave it to the hotel for cleaning so I expect to get it back today. It was brand new, just bought that day. Do you remember what you paid, Jen?”“Yes, just over $2,000 with tax, unfortunately. I loved that dress.”“Well, if it's ruined we can see about getting a replacement. We can go to the store and ask them to order one just like it.” Jenny responded by leaning over to kiss my cheek. The detectives left a few minutes later, but not before Det. Rooney said, “I wouldn't mind getting a dog like this for my family. Mind telling me what you paid for her.”“I think a shelter pet is more in your future. Lady cost me $65,000.”Garcia laughed like hell as he slid out of the booth. “Tim, get a goldfish and I'll spring for a bowl.”They shook hands with me and left, still laughing.“They seem like good guys, Doug.”“Yeah, they probably are, but I don't envy them their jobs. They see the worst of humanity every single day. We had a neighbor who was a cop when I was growing up. His wife couldn't stand the uncertainty of his going to work and never knowing for sure if he was coming home alive or in a box. She left him and took his three kids. A few months later he took his own life. I can still remember the sound of the shotgun in the middle of the night.” Jenny's eyes showed the shock she was experiencing.We finished breakfast and returned to the suite just in time to see the bellman walking down the hall with her dress. Jenny took it out of the plastic bag, but even I could see that they were unable to remove the bloodstain completely. Jenny was almost in tears when I asked her for the receipt. A minute later I was on the phone with the store. I explained what had happened and, like everyone else in the city, the manager had seen the report on the news. She said she would have to contact the supplier, but would get back to me as soon as possible, probably sometime this afternoon.After ending the call I sat in the easy chair and gazed out the window. “What would you like to do this afternoon? I think we should do some sightseeing. Most of the people who live here have never been to the top of the Empire State Building or taken a cruise around Manhattan. There's also the American Museum of Natural History only a few blocks away or the Central Park Zoo. It's one of the world's best.”“Let's wait until the doctor has examined you. I'm not taking any chances with your health.” And then in what I was sure was her sternest voice, “And neither are you. I'm planning on growing very old with you, having lots of kids and even more grandkids. We'll have other opportunities to sightsee.” Then to show me how serious she was she leaned down to kiss me.It was almost eleven when the maid knocked. Jenny answered the door and the maid said she would return later. “No, come in, please; just take care of the bedroom and bathroom today.” I rose and gave her a ten dollar tip. This was a big suite and I always tipped the maid every day. I didn't think that ten bucks was too much when the suite was running me $5,000 a night.Jenny and I relaxed as we waited for the doctor to arrive. Fortunately, he was a few minutes early. He handed Jenny a card that gave his name as Henri St. Claire, M.D., Internal Medicine, with a Park Avenue address. He explained that he was technically retired, but kept his hand in by working when needed for the hotel. Taking note of my sling he asked me to remove it so he could examine the wound.“Ah, I see the doctor inserted a drain,” he said once he had peeled the bandage away from my skin. “That was an excellent idea. These days these kids who think they're practicing medicine don't take the time or effort to do things right. It will take only a few minutes to remove it.” Digging into his bag he removed several paper towels and dropped a long thin flexible tube that he pulled from the wound into them, dropping the mess into a waste basket. Then, using his nose, he sniffed all around the stitches before nodding with satisfaction.“Had there been an infection there would be an odor of mortification, of the decaying pus created by the body fighting off the bacteria. That's the biggest concern with a knife wound. I'll bandage it again for you and all you'll have to do is see your own physician in another week to remove the stitches. Do you need any additional pain medication?”“No, I still have some and I prefer not to use them. They make me woozy and I can't stand it. What about this sling? Do I have to use it?”“I think you might wear it for another few days until you get home again. The city is crowded and you could be jostled.” I was dejected by that, but Jenny was elated. She was going to take care of me even if it killed me. Dr. St. Claire was with me about twenty minutes and left, telling me that his charges of $250 would be added to my hotel bill. I thanked him as he strode out the door.“See; I told you to wear that sling.”“I give up; you win.” I was a bit dejected until Jenny carefully replaced my arm into the sling then wrapped her hands around my head and kissed me deeply. The kiss went on and on until she broke it, asking if we could still make it to the zoo. I got my backpack from the closet and put Lady's bowl into it even though I knew there were places for dogs to drink where we were going.It was still morning so I suggested we go up to the Bronx. “We have plenty of time so why don't we go to the Bronx Zoo. It's bigger and; I think; better than the one in Central Park.” Jenny agreed, saying that she would defer to me since I had much more experience here than she did.Once out on the street we crossed over Central Park South so Lady could take care of business then we walked a few blocks east until we reached the subway station for the 5 train. Using my credit card I bought a Metro Card with six trips on it, paying for Lady even though I knew she would be entitled to a free passage. The trip north took less than thirty minutes. We walked up onto East Tremont Avenue very close to the Asia Gate of the Bronx Zoo. I knew this area well; it was where my father had often brought me years ago before I learned that he was a serial cheater.Jenny and I had a ball. She loved the zoo and many of the children asked if they could pet Lady. The highlight of the day came when we accidentally stumbled onto feeding time for the tigers. The trainer dropped a huge slab of what I assumed was horsemeat into an empty cage. It was on the left of three in a row. He lifted and dropped a door that led outside from the center cage. About three minutes later a tiger; a BIG tiger walked in and turned toward the meat. Once he was in a door we hadn't noticed before dropped between the two cages, sealing that one away. Next the trainer dropped another slab into the cage on the far right. The door outside dropped a few more times and an even bigger tiger walked in, moving immediately toward the meat. Soon that cage was isolated, leaving only the center cage empty. The process was repeated, but everyone present gasped when this tiger walked through the door. It looked to be twice the size of the first.“Excuse me, sir,” I asked as I approached him while we exited. “Do you know how much that tiger weighs? I don't think I've ever seen a cat that big before.”“You're probably right. He's the biggest one I've ever seen, too. He was weighed a few months ago, 619 pounds. Did you know that the tiger is the largest cat, followed by the lion and the jaguar third? They're all capable of being man eaters, but the tiger is the worst, by far.” Jenny and I thanked him and went on our way, eager to see what was next in line down the path.We finished around five and left through the same Asia Gate to the subway. Jenny was confused when we walked onto the platform for the number 2 train. “Doug, didn't we take the 5 train this morning?”“Yeah, we did, but this one will bring us closer to our restaurant. We're going to the Carnegie Deli for dinner. I think you'll like it.” Walking up to the street level at 59th West meant that we were about four blocks from the deli. Blocks in Manhattan were about three times as long going east and west as they were going north and south. Even at this hour with the sidewalks crowded with workers on their way home, the trip only took us twenty minutes.We were given a table by the window. I ordered without even looking at the menu. “We'll split a Zorba and a hot pastrami sandwich, two cream sodas, and can we get some water for my dog?”The waitress had just left when Jenny whispered, “Doug, splitting a salad and a sandwich? Are you sure?”I leaned across the table to kiss her. “Trust me. You'll have more than enough to eat and we'll definitely want to save room for dessert.” I had just placed Lady's bowl on the floor by the edge of the table when the waitress returned with two tall glasses filled with ice and the light amber cream soda along with two with water that she told me were at room temperature. Those she poured into Lady's bowl. Lady looked to Jenny for permission to drink, receiving it just as the waitress returned with a huge Greek salad and two bowls.I made an attempt to toss the salad and spooned a healthy portion into Jenny's bowl. There was still some left over when I had filled mine. We had just finished when our sandwich appeared. “Thought I'd better bring another plate for you. Good luck,” she said with a chuckle. Jenny looked at the sandwich with her mouth open. It was easily eight inches tall with lean pastrami piled high between two thin slices of rye bread.Using two hands I removed one half and passed the other to Je

In this captivating episode, we sit down with the multi-talented Frank Garcia, the mind behind the successful brand, Downstar. Frank shares the intriguing story of how Downstar transitioned from a passion project to a renowned brand. From discussing the early days of his interest in skating, music, and eventually cars, Frank gives us a glimpse into his journey of self-discovery and growth. He emphasizes the importance of dedication, innovation, and continuous learning. Frank also delves into his venture into podcasting, sharing insights on how it has helped him connect with his audience on a deeper level and foster a sense of community. He shares his vision for Downstar's future, highlighting his commitment to creativity and his aspiration to keep delivering high-quality products and content. This is an episode filled with nuggets of wisdom, life lessons, and inspiration that you don't want to miss! More about Downsart: https://downstarinc.com/ Learn more about Frank Garcia: https://www.instagram.com/frank_downstar/ Links to Voiced Now Platform https://linktr.ee/Voicednow Our Sponsor! A+ Branding https://aplusbranding.com/ Connect with Charles https://linktr.ee/charlescreates Work with our Agency www.orcamediaca.com Want to be a guest or know someone in mind? Recommend them or yourself here! Guest Sign Up Link: https://forms.monday.com/forms/42caea6b8c5091e60f9274ae1f4f51e9?r=use1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicednow/message

Today we host Dr. Meir Statman, somebody who was extremely productive during the pandemic, which included completing his new book A Wealth of Well Being. For those familiar with his behavioral finance research, Meir needs no introduction. For the rest of you listening, Meir has devoted his entire career to behavioral finance and making better investment decisions. We were fortunate to have the opportunity to host Meir for an event before the pandemic, but this is the first time he has been on our podcast.   Meir received his Ph.D. from Columbia University and his B.A. and M.B.A. from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. It is worth noting that his research has been published in countless reputable academic journals and has been supported by the CFA Institute Reserarch Foundation, the National Science Foundation and the Investment Management Consultants Association (IMCA).    In today's episode, we cover the different measures of wealth in a person's life and the case for diversification across the various measures of wealth one can have (financial, social, cultural, among others). We also discuss human capital as a measure of wealth, optimal vs. sensible portfolio management, overspending vs. underspending, self-actualization, and more.   Today's hosts are Steve Curley, CFA (Founder, 55 North Private Wealth) & guest host Frank Garcia, CFA (Founder, Frankly Finances).    Please enjoy the episode. Follow us on Twitter & LinkedIn.    Social Media:   LinkedIn Post (and Facebook): New episode w/ Dr. Meir Statman, Professor of Finance at Santa Clara University, hosted by Steve Curley, CFA & Frank Garcia, CFA   *Various measures of wealth a person can have *The healing power of multiple forms of wealth *Human capital as a measure of wealth *Optimal vs. sensible portfolio management *Overspending vs. underspending *Self-Actualization   Enjoy! Insert link here   Twitter Post: New episode w/ Dr. Meir Statman, hosted by Steve Curley, CFA & Frank Garcia, CFA. We discuss personal wealth beyond the numbers (well-being) with the authority on the topic.   Show Notes:  Santa Clara University: https://www.scu.edu/business/finance/faculty/statman/ New book: A Wealth of Well-Being Office Hours with Professor Meir Statman: A Crash Course in Behavioral Finance

This week's guest - Frank Garcia is Group Creative Director at Mojo Supermarkets. As a musician and creative, for over a decade Frank has been helping lead ad creative for brands like Coach, WhatsApp and Under Armour. His work has been featured on CNN, The New York Times, SNL, and has received numerous accolades at Cannes Lions, The Webbys and many more.

Our guest today is Sion Evans, CFA, Senior Investment Manager at VenCap, one of the longest-established investment management and advisory firms active in the VC industry today. They've made over 500 commitments to venture capital funds in the US, Europe, China and India.    In today's episode, Sion gives a masterclass on what the data says about venture capital. We spend a lot of time on the importance of capturing the fund returners, why power laws drive venture returns, and what the global VC & startup landscape looks like today.    Our co-hosts today are Frank Garcia, CFA, and myself, Colby Donovan, CFA. Please enjoy the episode.    Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL

At the age of 11, Frank appeared on the singing competition shows "Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento" and "La Voz Kids" as a Mariachi-style soloist. However, he also faced cyberbullying and assumptions about his sexuality as he was in the spotlight, making him hesitant to express himself due to his conservative upbringing. Music became his solace and he gained the confidence to embrace his true self over time. Eventually, Frank came out to his parents and received their full support. Frank's passion for music stemmed from his Grammy Award-winning musician father falling in love with Mariachi music. He performed extensively with his school's Mariachi band and cherished those experiences. During his senior year of high school in 2020, Frank became involved in social justice activism, establishing a Gay Straight Alliance chapter and organizing a successful pride festival. Frank now attends Columbia University and balances singing in his free time. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Team Dan + ShayHometown: Roma, TXResident: New York, NYAt the age of 11, Frank appeared on the singing competition shows "Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento" and "La Voz Kids" as a Mariachi-style soloist. However, he also faced cyberbullying and assumptions about his sexuality as he was in the spotlight, making him hesitant to express himself due to his conservative upbringing. Music became his solace and he gained the confidence to embrace his true self over time. Eventually, Frank came out to his parents and received their full support. Frank's passion for music stemmed from his Grammy Award-winning musician father falling in love with Mariachi music. He performed extensively with his school's Mariachi band and cherished those experiences. During his senior year of high school in 2020, Frank became involved in social justice activism, establishing a Gay Straight Alliance chapter and organizing a successful pride festival. Frank now attends Columbia University and balances singing in his free time.  Song: "Million Reasons" by Lady Gaga  Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQyKi3CI-GU https://www.nbc.com/the-voice/about  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

At the age of 11, Frank appeared on the singing competition shows "Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento" and "La Voz Kids" as a Mariachi-style soloist. However, he also faced cyberbullying and assumptions about his sexuality as he was in the spotlight, making him hesitant to express himself due to his conservative upbringing. Music became his solace and he gained the confidence to embrace his true self over time. Eventually, Frank came out to his parents and received their full support. Frank's passion for music stemmed from his Grammy Award-winning musician father falling in love with Mariachi music. He performed extensively with his school's Mariachi band and cherished those experiences. During his senior year of high school in 2020, Frank became involved in social justice activism, establishing a Gay Straight Alliance chapter and organizing a successful pride festival. Frank now attends Columbia University and balances singing in his free time. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Bo and Beth welcome former Carolina Panthers player, Frank Garcia, to the show to talk about the Panthers struggles. Plus, Wayne Troutman joins the show to discuss Veterans Day.  Pete Kaliner shares the latest news related to the mass shooting in Nashville that took place 7 months ago, as three pages of the shooter's manifesto have now been released.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We deep dive into any and all things 123rd US Open contested on Los Angeles Country Club's North Course with Frank Garcia and Nick Jacobi

In today's episode, we host Wes Gray, CEO of Alpha Architect. Founded in 2010, Alpha Architect is a research focused quant firm that put themselves on the map offering value and momentum factor exposures, but it doesn't stop there. Wes and his group have evolved to offer advanced tax strategies in the form of ETF's, separately managed accounts (SMA's), and ETF white-labeled services. Wes has an incredible bio that starts with humble beginnings growing up on a ranch. He later becomes a Captain in the US Marine Corps followed by earning his MBA & PhD studying under Nobel Prize Winner Eugene Fama at the University of Chicago.    This episode is centered around investments and tax minimization, starting with why Wes moved to Puerto Rico a few years ago. We discuss his bio and his mission for Alpha Architect & ETF Architect. We focus the rest of the episode on tax efficiency for asset owners, starting with white labeling ETF's, creative conversions to ETF's, whether direct indexing is currently oversold, post ESOP investment strategies, box spreads as an alternative to T-Bills and more.    Hosting today's episode is myself Steve Curley, CFA & guest host Frank Garcia, CFA.    Please enjoy the episode. Follow us on Twitter & LinkedIn.   Social Media:   LinkedIn Post (and Facebook): New episode w/ Wes Gray, CEO of Alpha Architect, hosted by Steve Curley, CFA & Frank Garcia, CFA.    *PR Act 60 (Preferred Tax Status for Puerto Rico Residents) *Bio/Mission if Alpha Architect & ETF Architect *White labeling ETF's & creative ETF conversions *Direct indexing, oversold? *Box spreads as an alternative to T-Bills *Post ESOP investment strategies   Enjoy! Insert link here   Twitter Post: New episode w/ Wes Gray, CEO of Alpha Architect & ETF Architect. We discuss everything tax, from PR Act 60, to his firm's mission & focus on tax efficient investments, white labeling ETF's, creative ETF conversions, direct indexing being oversold, box spreads instead of T-Bills & more.    Show Notes:  Alpha Architect: https://alphaarchitect.com/about ETF Architect: https://etfarchitect.com/ Box spreads: https://alphaarchitect.com/2023/05/box-spreads-an-alternative-to-treasury-bills/ March for the Fallen: https://alphaarchitect.com/mftf/ Democratize Quant: https://alphaarchitect.com/democratizequant/ How to Start an ETF: https://alphaarchitect.com/2021/11/how-to-start-an-etf-resources-and-faq/

On Episode 93 of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it, Denny talks to former De Anza College Head Coach Frank Garcia.  Denny and Frank talk about the advantages of going to Junior College vs. Division 1 right out of school and the importance of practice….that's right we said practice! Swing Hard in case you hit it. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett

114 :  Gay journalist and publisher Frank Garcia tells us about his memories of gay bars in Orlando Florida and his new digital magazine Happenings.  Parliament House, Pulse Orlando, Southern Nights. #gaybarchives #ilovegaybars #lgbthistory #gayFL #gaySouth #gayFLL Find more segments at tv.GayBarchives.com GayBarchives = Gay + Bar + Archives #pridemonth

Mac and Bone chat with Frank Garcia about what went wrong with the Panthers on Sunday, discuss the fact that there are Panther fans still criticizing Brian Burns and look at where the Panthers would be able to find the long-term QB with dynamic traits that Mike Kaye says they need.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys are joined Frank Garcia, former Panthers offensive lineman, to look at the struggles of the offensive line against the Steelers on Sunday, talk about how much a playoff berth would mean and tell you if he still thinks Wilks is the guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mac and Bone discuss how people should be feeling about the Hornets after another loss last night, talk with Frank Garcia about his thoughts on the Panthers' offensive line and Steve Wilks and break down a couple of hilarious stories locally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys are joined by former Panther offensive lineman Frank Garcia to talk about the improvement of the offensive line so far this season, what he has liked about Ikem Ekwonu's start to his career and why he thinks Steve Wilks should have the interim tag removed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frank's Bio:A lifelong learner, Frank has been in and around the financial services industry since 2008.During that time, Frank has worked as an investment consultant at a national brokerage firm and as a Wealth Advisor/Co-Chief Investment Officer at a $2.5 billion locally owned, independent advisory firm. With experience from “both sides of the table” Frank set out to build the next generation of wealth management firms. One that doesn't care about “managing your money” but instead focuses on building relationships, empowering investors, and aligning the fees investors pay with the services received. Frank holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Finance focus from the University of Central Florida.Frank also holds the following designations:- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) professional- Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®)- Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®)On a personal note, Frank lives in Winter Park with his wife Kaitlyn, daughter Astrid, and best furry friend Rudy.Social:https://www.linkedin.com/company/franklyfinances/https://twitter.com/FranklyFinancesMusic obtained from Bensound.

6 mysterious cold cases in Mississippi featuring Jonathan Paul Estes, Henry Young, Alisha Lynn Blair Ivy, The Anderson Family: Lesley Allen, Rachel Marie Anderson, Cameron Jeffrey Anderson, and Kyle Nicholas James Anderson, Stephanie Dianne Hartwell, and Frank Garcia.Jonathan Paul Estes full video between him and his wife Cindy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfxR3HPAHG8Subscribe:✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

Mac and Bone discuss the narratives around the Giants game from Panthers fans, debate whether or not the Tar Heels should be considered a top six team in the ACC right now and talk with Frank Garcia about the Panthers' loss to the Browns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys are joined by former Panther offensive lineman Frank Garcia as he tells you why he doesn't believe that Matt Rhule can turn it around, why this team struggled in the run game and his thoughts on Ickey's first start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today is Andrew Beer, Managing Member and Co-Portfolio manager for Dynamic Beta Investments, an investment firm founded in 2012. Over the past decade, Andrew's singular focus has been to identify strategies to match or outperform portfolios of leading hedge funds with low fees, daily liquidity, and less downside risk. Andrew has been in and around the financial services and hedge fund industry in particular for more than 25 years. In today's episode, we will discuss Andrew's journey to starting dynamic beta, democratizing access to hedge fund strategies at a reasonable costs, the benefits of replication and managed futures for portfolios, and building investment solutions to solve for client needs. My name is Frank Garcia and I currently serve as the president of CFA Society Orlando and will be your host today. Please enjoy the episode.   https://www.dynamicbeta.com/ Follow Andrew on Twitter: @Andrewdbeer1 FranklyFinances.com Follow Frank on Twitter: @franklyfinances

Just Law podcast hosts Tom Blakely and Jim Fiore talk to three professors teaching in the first-year, Mark Brodin, Frank Garcia, and Daniel Lyons, to discuss their backgrounds, how they approach their classes, what the academic environment is like at BC Law, and how to prepare for your first semester.

Seth joins Freedom House Church in Charlotte, NC for their Turning Point Faith Freedom Night. Exposing the evil nature of the "abortion-rights" movement, Seth quotes their major leaders who have all admitted that the unborn baby is a human being, but employ the same tactics of dehumanization that nazis and racists did by creating a litmus test for "personhood." Seth then explains how that litmus test for who is and isn't a person ends up destroying human equality for all human beings. Ending with a powerful story from Nazi Germany, Seth calls the Church to ACTION and asks what will happen if we miss this Kairos moment for LIFE and continue in our apathy. Joined by Pastor Troy and Penny Maxwell and former NFL player Frank Garcia for a panel discussion and Q&A, Seth explains the very ancient and dangerous heresy that undergirds both the transgender and pro-abortion movement. The panel then discusses the war on the family as a proxy war against God and what we all can do to stand for TRUTH in this moment! Date: 06/13/22 To help UnAborted create more pro-life content and take our content to the streets, become a Patron of the show at https://www.patreon.com/unaborted To help Seth educate and expose culture to the evil of abortion so that every person has a right to be born, become a monthly supporter at https://unaborted.com/donate

Former Panthers offensive lineman, Frank Garcia, joins the show to talk about the Panthers' offensive line additions, general offseason improvements of the roster and his thoughts on CMC's offseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mac and Bone discuss the fact that the Canes are limiting ticket sales to Ranger fans during the upcoming series, talk with Marc Ryan about NIL and the expectations for Clemson and South Carolina and react to Frank Garcia's comments about CMC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mac and Bone discuss their disgust with the fact that the Panthers were placed last in the ESPN NFL power rankings, reveal their 'What the Bleep' stories of the week and talk to Frank Garcia about the Panthers' o-line and CMC's injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to  season 2 of The Conjuror Community Podcast Season 2 of the cc podcast is dedicated to in-depth analysis of classic magical performances. Join CC Curator Alexander Slemmer along with co-hosts Aaron Fisher, Adam Grace, & Steve Barcellona as he shares a classic performance from his personal collection.Today on The CC Podcast Eugene Burger! Follow Along on our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ConjurorCommunityThis is part of our Afternoon Astonishment series. We've been hosting ‘online events' for over 6 years...so you could say we've had a LOT of practice for the unprecedented global situation we're all facing. Now, we want to share that expertise with the world—to make sure you continue enjoying and learning magic, from the safety of your home.But this is just a TINY sample of what we're doing inside the Conjuror Community Club.At CC Club, our members are discovering, sharing and jamming magic DAILY.As a member of the CC Club, you'll get:40+ on-demand ‘Mini-Masterclasses', 36+ Elite Video Training Plans, Weekly Live Workshops and Lectures, CC Cash, Access to Our Private Facebook Group...and more. CC Membership usually costs $60/month, but you can use the link below to get your first month for just $10.To claim this deal, click the link: https://conjuror.thrivecart.com/cc-cl...Also Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conjurorcomm...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conjurorcom...Twitter: Also Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conjurorcomm... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conjurorcom... Twitter: https://twitter.com/conjcommunity Conjuror Community Magic Club: https://conjuror.community/

Our guest today is Eduardo Repetto, Chief Investment Officer for Avantis Investors. Avantis was established to help clients achieve their investment goals through a persistent focus on providing well-diversified investment solutions that fit seamlessly into asset allocations and combine the potential for added value with the reliability of indexing. Eduardo is responsible for directing the research, design and implementation of investment strategies, providing oversight of the investment team and the firm's marketing initiatives and interacting with clients. He is former co-Chief Executive Officer and co-Chief Investment Officer of Dimensional Fund Advisors and holds a doctorate in Aeronautics from the California Institute of Technology, a Master of Science degree in Engineering from Brown University, Civil Engineering from the Universidad de Buenos Aires. Eduardo is a Trustee of the California Institute of Technology. In todays episode, we will discuss Eduardo's journey from engineering to finance, the influence of great mentors, how to think about market prices, building investment solutions, and advice for young professionals. Our local co-hosts today are Steve Curley, CFA, and Frank Garcia, CFA, both of which are board members of CFA Orlando. Please enjoy the episode. Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL

Brian sits down with Frank Garcia.Music by: John Wesley, USPSA Shooter

Brian sits down with Frank Garcia.Music by: John Wesley, USPSA Shooter

This week we give you guys updates, or lack there of, in the cases that we have already covered as well as the 27 year old case of Frank Garcia. As promised in the episode, here are the links to the information provided. Barb Dunlap- @BarbDunlap7 on Twitter- she gives multiple daily updates on Jessica Stacks Bring Joey "Big John" Tarver Home facebook link- https://www.facebook.com/whereisjoeytarver To contact Crystal Garcia- garcia.crystal87@icloud.com. ****Yes we are aware of some laughter in this episode, it is due to script mistakes and is not meant to be insensitive to any family members and we hope we do not offend anyone**** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Former NFL OL Frank Garcia joined Thomas Mott to take a look at the NFC South and shared his opinion on what's wrong with the Panthers.  He also recalled some of the loudest stadiums he every played in.   

5G is poised to revolutionize what's possible for businesses—and real, tangible, and transformative impact is right around the corner. Shelby Skrhak speaks with Matt Montgomery, managing director for the Verizon Business Group - Channel, and Frank Garcia, client partner connected solutions, both with Verizon, about: - What's going on with 5G now - How the Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband network is different - What it means for speed, reliability, and capacity - How 5G can improve the employee experience Email Frank Garcia or visit Verizon 5G Solutions for more information. To join the discussion, follow us on Twitter @IngramTechSol #B2BTechTalk Listen to this episode and more like it by subscribing to B2B Tech Talk on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher. Or, tune in on our website.

Our guest today is Drew Dickson, founder of Albert Bridge Capital and CIO of the Alpha Europe funds. Our conversation today focuses on Drew's application of behavioral finance and fundamental analysis. We start with his time at the University of Chicago and learning from people like Merton Miller, Gene Fama and Richard Thaler, and then hear how he applies those behavioral principles when analyzing the market today. We talk about the valuation differences between the US and Europe, and then specifically the differences between value and growth in both regions, and get his thoughts on some of the speculation we're seeing in the market today. As we wind down, we talk about some of Drew's posts about the intersection of investing and sports. We cover James Harden & the paradox of skill and Rick Barry and being willing to look different. Our co-hosts today are Frank Garcia, CFA, and Colby Donovan. Please enjoy the episode.  Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL   Resources: Drew's Writing James Harden and Alpha Bill Sharpe and Hank Aaron Rick Barry and Lewis Carroll A Memo to Investors Should Europe Be Cheap   Malcolm Gladwell's Podcast on Rick Barry: The Big Man Can't Shoot

Gerard O'Reilly serves as Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of Dimensional Fund Advisors LP and has been with Dimensional since 2004. Since joining the firm, Gerard has been instrumental in the evolution of Dimensional's systematic approach to creating and implementing investment solutions. He is Co-Chair of the firm's Investment Research Committee and a member of the Investment Committee, which oversees portfolio and account management. Prior to joining Dimensional, Gerard obtained his PhD in aeronautics from the California Institute of Technology. He holds a Master of Science degree in high performance computing from Trinity College Dublin in his native country of Ireland. In today's episode, Gerard shares his journey to DFA and what makes DFA unique. We spend some time discussing the pros and cons of index funds, DFA's recent launch of ETFs and conversion of Mutual Funds into ETFs, and their upcoming launch of SMAs. We also discuss expected returns, the need to account for the unexpected, and the longer-term viability of the size, value, and profitability premiums, along with the discipline needed to capture these premiums over time. Our local co-hosts today are Frank Garcia, CFA, president of the CFA Society of Orlando, and Steve Curley, CFA, board member and former president of the CFA Society Orlando. Please enjoy the episode. Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL  

Coca-Cola is as much a part of New York City bodegas as are corn chips and cats, but a trade group representing Latino bodega owners is threatening to boycott Coke products over the company's decision to close a Latin affairs office and some funding decisions that the group believes are inequitable. Axios Re:Cap digs into the possible boycott and what's behind it with Frank Garcia, chairman of the National Association of State Latino Chambers of Commerce and a onetime Coke ally, working together to fight against former Mayor Bloomberg's soda tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is Adam Davidson, the CEO of the podcast company Three Uncanny Four and author of The Passion Economy: The New Rules for Thriving in the Twenty-First Century. Adam is known for co-founding NPR's Planet Money, one of the first and most popular business and economics podcast to this day. Our conversation today focuses on the passion economy and how finance professionals can thrive in the twenty-first century. Adam explains what the passion economy is, why some of the rules (like turning customers away) are counterintuitive but imperative, and what his career advice is to young professionals. He gives real examples of accountants and financial advisors, which he has an entire episode of his podcast dedicated to.  He finishes by touching on his new company, Three Uncanny Four, and the future of the podcast space. Our guest-host today is Frank Garcia, Co-Chief Investment Officer at Resource Consulting Group and Vice President of CFA Society of Orlando. Please enjoy the episode.    For more information on topics covered into the episode, see the information from a16z below: The Passion Economy and the Future of Work 16 Key Metrics for the Passion Economy Podcast: How the Passion Economy Is Redefining Work   Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL

Our guest today is Tyrone Ross, CEO of Onramp Invest, a fintech platform designed for the next generation of advisors and investors.   The majority of our conversation today focuses on Tyrone's passion: lifting up Americans out of poverty and expanding the reach of financial education. Tyrone explains why the current state of financial education in schools is lacking and what he is doing to help fix it, why he believes bitcoin will be beneficial to inner city communities, and the exciting platform he is working on with Onramp Invest.  Our guest-host today is Frank Garcia, Co-Chief Investment Officer at Resource Consulting Group and Vice President of CFA Society of Orlando.    You can follow Tyrone on Twitter @TR401 and click here to see and support his work on financial education. Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL  

Our guest today is Dr. Daniel Crosby, Chief Behavioral Officer at Brinker Capital and a New York Times best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent, The Behavioral Investor.  Daniel is a licensed psychologist who provides a unique lens into decision-making around money. In the episode we discuss why we're not wired to make sound financial decisions, how bear markets truly have a long lasting impact on us, why he believes automating financial decisions is optimal in almost every scenario, and why he believes it's beneficial to have a financial advisor. He also offers advice on how advisors can better coach their clients and even touches on how to encourage your children to learn sound money habits early on.  Our guest-host today is Frank Garcia, Co-Chief Investment Officer at Resource Consulting Group and Vice President of CFA Society of Orlando.    Follow Daniel on Twiter at @DanielCrosby or connect with him on LinkedIn here.   You can subscribe to Daniel's podcast and purchase his books here. Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL  

Our guest today is Rob Forsyth, Head of SPDR America's ETF Strategy at State Street. He was previously the Head of Exchange Traded Products and Derivatives with UBS. Our local co-host today is Frank Garcia, CFA. Frank is the VP of the CFA Society of Orlando. He is a wealth advisor and Co-Chief Investment Officer with Resource Consulting Group, an independent fee-only investment advisory firm with $1.8 billion in AUM.    In this episode, Rob discusses how ETF's held up during the volatility in March, the trends within both fixed-income and equity ETF's, the impact of the Fed's buying program, why there needs to be better labeling for exchange-traded products and how the education gap for investors can be closed Follow the CFA Society of Orlando on Twitter at @CFAOrlandoFL (0:38)  —  Colby Donovan and Frank Garcia introduce the podcast (1:50) — Introduce Rob Forsyth (2:52) – ETF trends in March and April (4:29) – Fixed-income flows in March (8:55) – Impact of the Fed buying ETF's (13:35) – Equity flows in March (15:45) – Thoughts on $USO and negative oil prices (19:30) – State Street working to have appropriate labeling of exchange traded products (21:47) – The education gap for investors to be more aware of what they are purchasing (27:12) – Where investors are positioned with U.S. vs. International (30:43) – Impact of COVID-19 and social injustice (35:44) – Where to find information about Rob and State Street: Website (36:21) – Who is the one person you'd love to have a conversation with right now?

Frank Garcia shares how a car build eventually led him start Downstar, a company that specializes in dress-up hardware and engine bay accessories. In addition, Frank shares his perspective as an entrepreneur, podcast host, and family man. Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/theparablespodcast.com)

Frank Garcia talks about the CVR Work Cup and League - Chat and Chill ride with Theia Friestedt --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theendurancelab/message