Podcasts about Hard Way

This episode was sponsored by Collective Shift   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this unfiltered Dropping Bombs episode, high school dropout turned crypto millionaire CEO Ben Simpson shares his wild ride from $120K loss to $1M/month revenue empire. As founder of Collective Shift—partnered with Coinbase and Swyftx—he built a research-first platform that never takes paid promotions.   Ben breaks down spotting real opportunities and his 7-step starter guide, plus why Bitcoin will hit $1 million in the next decade. Learn token economics, smart exit strategies, and lending hacks wealthy investors use to cash flow without selling.    With a global TEDx talk and mission to democratize crypto for busy pros—whether you're new or refining your strategy—this is your blueprint to stop getting wrecked and start building real generational wealth. Press play to level up.  

This episode was sponsored by ARP   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this explosive Dropping Bombs episode, Texas-based real estate entrepreneur Logan Fullmer reveals the distressed property acquisition strategy minting millionaires—while traditional flippers go broke. He shares his raw journey from heroin addiction and burning seven figures to building a $50M+ empire tackling the deals others run from.   Logan breaks down skip tracing owners, negotiating massive liens down, and using creative legal plays to close fast. He explains why this model thrives in any market, turning chaos into consistent wins—and how his DPA Summit delivers hands-on training to get you started.    Whether you're a struggling flipper, realtor, or ambitious entrepreneur, this conversation is your golden ticket to recession-proof wealth.  

This episode was sponsored by Apache Consults   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this high-stakes Dropping Bombs episode, attorney and investor Gabriel Vadasz shares his rise from selling a delivery app at 19 to building (and selling) a law firm, flying Apache helicopters, and now quarterbacking $500M+ SEC settlements and private equity exits as head of Apache Consults.   Gabriel  reveals how he slashes $100M+ debts down to pennies on the dollar for clients, why big law firms overbill and bleed entrepreneurs dry (and exactly how he fixes it), and insider strategies for protecting and exiting businesses. Plus, his bold run for Arizona Senate to crush bureaucracy and government overreach once and for all.   If you're building, scaling, negotiating deals, or fed up with red tape—this is pure gold. Watch now, arm yourself, and take control.  

Patrick J Murphy, First Iraq War Veteran Elected to Congress and Former Under Secretary of the Army — Patrick J Murphy was the first Iraq War veteran elected to the United States Congress and later served as Under Secretary of the Army. He joins Choose the Hard Way creator Andrew Vontz for a wide-ranging conversation on service, leadership and responsibility. — This episode explores what it means to engage seriously with people who hold different points of view and why stepping outside an echo chamber is a necessary discipline, not a political stance. — This is a conversation about leadership without performance, curiosity without defensiveness and the work required to stay human in complex systems. — Follow along here for new episodes and reflections and to support this work please become a paid subscriber of https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/. — The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host and being able to operate in dynamic unscripted contexts isn't optional. It's now a mandatory skill for senior leaders and doing it well isn't easy. — That's why Andrew Vontz started https://www.onerealvoice.com/ to help industry leaders thrive on podcasts, panels and the internal and external high-stakes open-ended conversations where reputations are built and business is won. — When you're ready to be great, DM https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com. — With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today no experience required. — Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at www.laufcycles.com. — Patrick J. Murphy: https://patrickmurphypa.substack.com/ — Patrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickmurphypa/ — More about Patrick: www.patrickjmurphy.com  — Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ — One Real Voice – narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts and high-stakes conversations: http://www.onerealvoice.com — Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod — Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/ —  

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Jase, Al, Zach, and Willie welcome world-famous financial advisor Dave Ramsey for a blunt conversation about the parenting lie quietly raising generations of entitlement. Dave shares hard-earned wisdom on money, discipline, and why trying to make life “easy” for kids often backfires for American families. They explore how debt, instant gratification, and misplaced ideas of fairness undermine responsibility and character. The guys challenge parents to rethink how to raise kids who are prepared for real life—not needing to be rescued from it. “Unashamed” Episode 1240 is sponsored by: https://homechef.com/unashamed — Get 50% off and free shipping on your first box plus free dessert for life! https://andrewandtodd.com or call 888-888-1172 — These guys are the real deal. Get trusted mortgage guidance and expertise from someone who shares your values! https://rocketmoney.com/unashamed — Join Rocket Money and let them help you reach your financial goals faster.  http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-12:16 Jase figures out who this Dave Ramsey guy is 12:17-17:47 Willie teaches the art of trash talk 17:48-25:32 How Dave Ramsey became the money guru 25:33-36:07 Sell the car!  36:08-43:41 Raising kids without entitlement 43:42-55:37 Fair doesn't always mean “equal” — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything I thought only I could do, someone else handled in eight months. Here's the delegation system that freed me completely.

This episode was sponsored by Credit Stacking   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this game-changing Dropping Bombs episode, Credit Stacking founder Jack McColl reveals how he scaled from $5K self-funded struggles to over $500K in business credit—and helped 3,000+ entrepreneurs unlock six-figure funding. No income proof, no tax returns, no collateral—just strong credit and smart bank relationships.    Jack shares his exact framework for grabbing $100K+ at 0% interest for 9-18 months to fuel inventory, marketing, or growth. He covers building approvals, stacking cards, turning points into free flights, and liquidating credit into cash. If you're tired of slow bootstrapping and ready to scale with the banks' money, this is your blueprint—watch now and get funded.  

This episode sponsored by Baya Bar   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/   In this electrifying Dropping Bombs episode, Baya Bar founder Billy Loesch shares his grind from Wall Street failure to building a thriving 55-location franchise empire and modern Italian hotspot Terina NYC. As a Brooklyn-born hustler with an old-school ethic, he's now coaching entrepreneurs on real scaling.    Billy breaks down franchising perks, spotting opportunities, and mindset shifts for growth. He reveals the systems that drive expansion, common pitfalls to dodge, and ways to create recurring revenue streams. If you're starting or scaling a business, this conversation is your golden ticket—grab his strategies and level up now.  

  Dan, an attorney, worked with Edwin Lopez and Robert Blakey in the HSCA This interview from 2017, show #822 The HSCA Lopez-Hardway Report, Oswald, the CIA, and Mexico City When Dan was getting too close to certain issues, CIA brought in George Joannides Joannides covered-up David Phillips' propaganda activities linking Oswald to Castro Phillips was not rogue, possibly he was used from within the Agency Dan did this work 40 years ago, he has not had the time to keep up with research There was Intelligence involvement in setting up the cover-up in advance Was CIA involved in the assassination? We tried not to speculate Is CIA suspect? Yes. Evidence? Clearly enough to merit further investigation The built-in function of plausible deniability, propaganda, black operations Oswald could not have been set up better, very sophisticated, detail and coordination OurHiddenHistory's Oswald, the CIA, and Mexico City audiobook There is evidence Oswald went to Mexico City. Did he go? I don't know Evidence, indications, testimony, records, questionable A distinct possibility he could have been impersonated in Mexico City The kind of details we get hung up in, in an Intelligence operation, we can expect Pretty sure a photo was obtained and a tape recording survived, they ended up in Dallas FBI saw a photo and heard a tape, neither one of them were of Oswald Gary Cornwell wasn't very supportive of Dan and Eddie Most HSCA staffers were at least agnostic on the issue of conspiracy Eddie and Dan got a lot of insulation from Bob (Blakey) Sprague and Tanenbaum, went in thinking they could act like prosecuting attorneys A Congressional Investigation could not indict, did not have prosecutor authority When it blew up, they left, a huge mess, doubt whether it would finish What Blakey could do was produce a report and suggest legislation Dan started in the dark, they found the basis of what the ARRB found and disclosed Cover-up does not prove conspiracy, other possible motivations to cover-up CIA admitted participating in a benign cover-up, Thank You Phil Shenon (10/2015) Dan's blog, realhillbillyviews.blogspot.com CIA was declassifying the Lopez-Hardway report at three days per four paragraphs Someone, maybe CIA, made marginalia notes in the declassified draft People plotting to kill Castro, could have been in on killing Kennedy It takes painstaking work to pull out the threads and make the connections It's now a historical rather then a forensic investigation Select Committees are limited in time, purpose, and funding Speculation, animosity about the King investigation, Southern congressman Mickey Goldsmith, sharp, supportive, backed up Dan and Eddie with CIA Our motto was "Reality is Irrelevant" The Prosecutor's Tale (July 14, 2016) Play Dan Hardway   (13:13)   Youtube 50 Reasons for 50 Years... Episode #44 Information They Were Seeking Presenter - Dan Hardway Dan Hardway served as an investigator for the HSCA late 1970s Along with colleague Ed Lopez, Hardway was assigned to the CIA file The information they developed was immediately classified In this series exclusive, Hardway discusses his experiences  

On this episode of the Jered Williams Show, Eddie Barkhurst and Jered Williams share their remarkable journeys, offering valuable insights into the lessons they've learned the hard way. From Barkhurst's transition from a young plumber to becoming Jered's general manager, to Jered's experience in building a successful business, the conversation delves into the pitfalls of overconfidence, the importance of embracing failure, and the challenges of adapting to new roles and responsibilities. The two discuss the complexities of navigating union dynamics, the significance of effective communication and delegation, and the importance of continuous learning, emphasizing the power of stepping outside one's comfort zone, leveraging one's strengths, and building a strong support system to achieve personal and professional growth, inspiring listeners to embrace the discomfort of growth, view mistakes as stepping stones, and continuously strive for self-improvement, ultimately leading to greater fulfillment and achievement.

Sugar dating looks glamorous from the outside — until real emotions, blurred boundaries, mismatched expectations, and costly mistakes start showing up.In this episode, Marcus and Nikki strip away the fantasy and talk candidly about the lessons you only learn through experience. From trusting too fast and ignoring red flags, to misreading intentions and underestimating the importance of boundaries, they break down what went wrong, what finally clicked, and how their approach has evolved over time.This isn't sugar dating advice pulled from theory or social media highlight reels. It's the real, unfiltered truth that comes from trial, error, and paying the price — emotionally, financially, and mentally.If you're new to the lifestyle, this episode may save you from expensive mistakes. If you've been around a while, you'll probably hear your own story in more than one of these lessons.No fairytales. No sugarcoating. Just reality — learned the hard way.Become a VIP Supporter of the show and receive coaching at www.patreon.com/secretsofasugardaddypodcastShare your stories, questions, and comments at www.secretsofasugardaddy.comFollow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/secretsofasugardaddySubscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@secretsofasugardaddy

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this explosive Dropping Bombs episode, social media icon and former poker champion Dan Bilzerian reveals his controversial pivot from hedonism to politics—and the discoveries that changed everything.    With $200M+ from poker and business, Dan exposes October 7th revelations, USS Liberty attack, and AIPAC's influence on US politics.    Dan breaks down media manipulation, Epstein ties, feminism's flaws, and why unification is the only path forward. Hear his raw take on controlled opposition, media propaganda, and the threats he's received for challenging power structures.    If you're ready to question mainstream narratives and understand why Dan traded Instagram models for political warfare, this conversation delivers unfiltered truth.  

Insecurity, toxic environments, and poor self-awareness shaped my early years. I didn't understand myself, my mission, or the people around me — and it showed in my leadership, relationships, and decisions. Meet Guest Justin Long. This video is about the hard lessons that forced me to grow: Breaking free from insecurity and toxic patterns Understanding your purpose and personal mission Learning empathy instead of reacting from ego Building stronger teams and healthier relationships Serving clients and customers with real understanding If you've ever felt lost, misunderstood, or stuck repeating the same cycles, this video is for you.

Welcome to Day 1 of a special New Year series:✨ 10 Planning Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner(So You Don't Have to Learn the Hard Way)If you've ever started January with big goals and color-coded plans — only to feel behind a few weeks later — this series is for you.Over the next 10 episodes, we're slowing down and rethinking the way we plan as busy, ambitious moms. We'll talk about what actually works in real life, what quietly sabotages our efforts, and how to build a plan that feels supportive instead of stressful.In today's episode, we're starting with the foundation:

This episode was sponsored by Family Chiropractic   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/   In this paradigm-shifting Dropping Bombs episode, Chairman of The Chiropractic Trust and international educator Dr. Mark Romano exposes the non-therapeutic chiropractic model that's rewriting the rules of human performance. With 30 years in practice, Dr. Romano explains how tiny spinal misalignments—just the weight of a dime—block nerve flow and your body's innate intelligence.   Dr. Romano shares the wild 1895 discovery that restored a man's hearing, why early chiropractors faced jail for this "dangerous" truth, and how regular adjustments let your body express its full potential. He also breaks down why chiropractic combines metaphysics and science for optimal function. If you're seeking true health beyond feeling good, this conversation unlocks the philosophy—act now to align your life.  

Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueledStanding in line for hours at Disney might not sound like it has anything to do with running an auto repair shop but Brian Walker draws a straight line between the two. In this episode, he shares how paying to fast track your experiences, whether it's in business, life, or even theme parks, can be the smartest investment you make. With real talk from his own business journey and the hard lessons he learned over the years, Brian lays out how mentorship, coaching, and strategic outsourcing can shave years off your learning curve and put you on the express track to success.If you're tired of figuring everything out the hard way, this one's for you.Hit play and let's talk about skipping the line in business and in life.Show Notes with TimestampsIntroduction and Sponsor Thanks (00:00:09) Brian introduces the episode, thanks sponsors, and sets up the topic of "fast tracking" in life.Disney Line Story & The Illusion of Shortcuts (00:01:10) Brian shares his pastor's story about long Disney lines and the reality behind seemingly short waits.Brian's Disney VIP Experience (00:03:19) Brian describes his own Disney VIP experience, using it as an analogy for fast tracking success.The Value of Paying for Mentorship and Coaching (00:04:37) Brian discusses how paying for expert guidance accelerates learning and business growth.Learning the Hard Way vs. Fast Tracking (00:05:46) Brian reflects on his agency's slow progress before joining specialized coaching programs.Realizing the Benefits of Coaching Programs (00:06:46) Brian realizes he could have saved years by joining a coaching program earlier.Sponsor Messages (00:07:30) Sponsor ads for Shop Boss and App Fueled, highlighting their business solutions.Condensing Years of Learning into a Day (00:09:05) Brian explains how coaching programs now teach in a day what took him years to learn.Paying for Services to Buy Back Time (00:10:12) Brian encourages business owners to delegate tasks to professionals to save time and focus on strengths.Challenging the “Do It Yourself” Mentality (00:11:17) Brian questions the belief that you should never pay for something you can do yourself.The Value of Buying Back Your Time (00:12:34) Brian advocates for paying others to free up time for more valuable or enjoyable activities.Encouragement to Invest in Fast Tracking (00:13:52) Brian urges listeners to invest in mentorship or services to accelerate progress and stay in their zone of genius.Final Thoughts and Disney Analogy (00:14:58) Brian wraps up, encouraging listeners to pay for better experiences in life, using Disney VIP as an example.

This episode was sponsored by Robinson Franzman LLP   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this must-watch Dropping Bombs episode, real estate attorney and syndicator Todd Robinson reveals how he built a $75M+ multifamily portfolio using 100% other people's money—while advising on over $5B in transactions. From basement startup to closing billions in deals, he exposes syndication pitfalls and true OPM scaling secrets.   Todd breaks down the critical difference between joint ventures and syndications, how to properly structure deals that scale infinitely, and the exact metrics that separate winning investments from catastrophic losses. If you're interested in raising capital or investing in real estate, this conversation is your essential safeguard—watch now before your next move costs you everything.  

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We're breaking down the real indie toy grind, fresh off DesignerCon and IndyToy Show, talking vendor culture, why pre-show connection matters, and what separates good shows from great ones. Then we go deep with Spumoni Toys. From growing up in connection with a family-run toy factory producing iconic figures, to falling in love with kaiju, Power Rangers, and animation, to teaching himself 3D sculpting during lockdown, this is a raw look at building toys from obsession and grit. We unpack Kickstarter wins and scars, shipping delays, clear-neon experiments, Wonder Festival acceptance, and why smaller figures at smarter price points are hitting right now. This episode is for collectors-turned-creators, builders in the trenches, and anyone chasing the long game in toys.On Instagram: @spumonitoyscoThis Episode is Sponsored by: Empire Blisters – Your go-to source for blister packaging! With 19+ styles and bundle deals, they've got everything you need to make your toys shine. Use code TOYSONTAP10 at checkout for 10% off. Patreon members get 20% off another reason to join!Support the Show on Patreon Unlock exclusive episodes, early access, and behind-the-scenes content: patreon.com/toysontapThanks to Our Supporters: @dketoys | @massiveminihorse | @dimensionxtoys @bootlegtoyco | @pocket_salsa | @dirtyyetti @dan_overdorff_art | @zimotco | @barbarian_rage @mannycartoonstudios | Shaun C. Downey | @richiemanic | @recollectiontoys | @rubbercitytoys | @acid9toys | @teneki_toys | @angryhedgehogRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!

In this week's episode of Reading Materials, we dive into Kill the Beast by Serra Swift and talk about how refreshing it was to read a fairy-tale retelling with no romance in sight. We discuss the role of trusty companion Brandy, unpack the mechanics of curse-breaking, and explore why this story works so well without leaning on romantic love as a solution.Episode Timepoints:00:00 - Intro00:20 - Brief Life Updates05:10 - Introduction to the Author06:40 - Spoiler Warning07:15 - The Blurb08:55 - Our Discussion of 'Kill the Beast'55:10 - Next Time on Reading Materials57:40 - Outro

This episode's sponsored by Airway Breathing Academy   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this urgent Dropping Bombs episode, international ENT specialist Dr. David McIntosh and board-certified orthodontist Dr. Bill Harrell expose the silent breathing epidemic destroying children's health. From ADHD and anxiety to crooked teeth and jaw issues, they reveal how mouth breathing and snoring sabotage kids' brains, faces, and futures.   They expose medical oversights ignoring airway health, linking poor sleep to gut changes, developmental delays, and long-term issues like heart disease. With their 2026 textbook revolutionizing treatment, they unveil why early ENT-orthodontic intervention before age six is critical. Parents: Spot these signs now—this could save your child's future.  

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This episode is sponsored by Brenner Cox™ Luxury Construction LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/  Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this high-stakes Dropping Bombs episode, Venezuelan immigrant turned Miami luxury developer Roberto Bolona shares his $50M journey—flipping $1.1M lots into $10M estates in Southwest Ranches' hidden gem. From escaping Venezuela to Mar-a-Lago circles, he exposes this last big-lot frontier with ultimate privacy and skyrocketing demand from elite buyers.    Action takeaways: Spot undervalued pockets for massive upside, design standout luxury homes, and secure prestige through high-return builds. With only a handful of prime lots left, he's actively seeking partners and investors to dominate this limited-supply market. This is your rare shot at South Florida luxury gold—dive in now.  

On day 8 of the Abandon Your Family 500, Choose the Hard Way creator Andrew Vontz, Spencer Martin of Beyond the Peloton, and Jonathan Kaplan of Riding With share stories of deep fatigue, angry families, and the kind of indoor training glory you can earn but can't buy.  — They explore the strain this challenge has placed on their friendship, and why they can't wait to do it again, slightly differently, in two weeks when they kick off the Abandon Your Family 30,000.  — But first comes the second installment in the Choose the Hard Way Abandon Your Family Triple Crown, the 10 Pack. Follow www.instagram.com/hardwaypod for more info and DM Andrew or join the Strava Club to get in the action. https://www.strava.com/clubs/choosethehardway.  — After that we'll be tackling the Abandon Your Family 30,000? It's climbing 30,000 vertical feet in a week, and the annual step Andrew, Spencer, and Jonathan take to polish their form before the Choose the Hard Way x Beyond the Peloton x Riding with x Kip's Corner training camp.  — The 10 Pack starts December 25th and runs through January 1. The goal is to complete 10 Zwift races in that time frame and punch the ticket to get your 10 Pack.    — Choose the Hard Way is the podcast about how hard things build stronger people who have more fun. The Abandon Your Family 500 is one of thousands of ways the Choose the Hard Way community around the world embodies this philosophy every day.  — Follow along here for dailyish episodes here and to support this work, please become a paid subscriber of https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/.  — DM Andrew on Instagram and let him know how your #AFY500 is going and anything you'd like us to cover in our daily updates.  — Heads up, we've got a full-length interview with Jens Voigt as you've never heard him before coming soon, stay tuned.  — Follow along here for dailyish episodes here and to support this work, please become a paid subscriber of https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/.  — DM Andrew on Instagram and let him know how your #AFY500 is going and anything you'd like us to cover in our daily updates.  — ----- The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host + being able to rock in dynamic, unscripted contexts isn't optional. It's now a mandatory skill for senior leaders, and doing it right isn't easy. — That's why Andrew Vontz started https://www.onerealvoice.com/, to help industry leaders thrive on podcasts, panels and in the internal & external high-stakes, open-ended conversations where reputations are built and business is won. — When you're ready to be great, DM https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com.  ----- — With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today, no experience required. ----- — Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at www.laufcycles.com.  ----- — JOIN US: — Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ — One Real Voice - narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts & high-stakes conversations: http://www.onerealvoice.com — Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod — Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/ — Chase Wark: https://www.instagram.com/chasethebiker/ — WUKAR Fit / Art O'Connor: https://www.instagram.com/wukarfit/ — Jonathan Kaplan's Riding With newsletter: https://ridingwithkaplan.substack.com/p/riding-with-friends?utm_source=publication-search — Spencer Martin's Beyond the Peloton newsletter: https://beyondthepeloton.substack.com/

This episode sponsored by Clearview Insurance LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/   In this game-changing Dropping Bombs episode, Clearview Insurance CEO Brian Kutayiah and President Joe Kampert unveil insurance's hidden recurring revenue model—scaling 50+ franchises with 35-45% margins and residuals that stack forever. From immigrant hustler and homegrown grinder roots to ditching corporate ceilings, they reveal the unsexy goldmine most entrepreneurs miss.   In a world of rigged systems, these guys built an anti-elite model—business-in-a-box for licensed hustlers ready to own the game. Brian & Joe expose the $2M residual income play, why the hard market just ended, and the multi-state carrier hack letting agents dominate virtually. Plus, learn how their youngest franchisee is set to retire at 30. Ready to ditch the wage ceiling and build recurring wealth? This episode is your roadmap.  

Gods got a plan; do you want the easy way or the hard way?

This episode sponsored by Serenity Roofing & Construction   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this raw Dropping Bombs episode, Billy Fain reveals the roofing secrets behind how he escaped 25 years of miserable retail to bootstrap the debt-free, 8-figure Serenity Roofing & Construction empire. From praying broke with $400 to his name to ranking #93 nationally in year one, Billy shares the discipline, cash flow strategy, and sales-over-labor mindset separating millionaires from broke hard workers.   Hear the unfiltered truth: surviving a $130K scam, working 110-hour weeks, and why 97% of roofing startups fail. Billy breaks down the $3M apartment deal that funded his first commercial property, why hard work alone is a trap, and the exact commission structure that built his fortune. If you're ready for the blueprint to escape corporate handcuffs and build real wealth through grit and execution, this conversation is essential.  

Chase Wark pounds Frosted Flakes & puts in 4.5 hours on a single bottle of water in his in-laws' 15-degree garage to pass the 760 km mark -- and Kip Taylor -- on the Abandon Your Family 500 leaderboard on day 6. — Art O'Connor, aka WUKAR Fit, strength coach to pro cycling's biggest names including Chase, World Champion Keegan Swenson and many more, reveals why Patrick Swayze is the secret to high performance on the trainer. — Jonathan Kaplan of Riding With reveals the indoor / outdoor hybrid approach that is taking D.C. and the Abandon Your Family 500 community by storm.  — Spence logs off to continue to horde secret miles for a big reveal on day 10. — Andrew Vontz completes the Abandon Your Family 500, kisses Tempus Fugit goodbye, and just when you thought challenge season was over, drops details on the AYF Triple Crown series. — Heads up, we've got a full-length interview with Jens Voigt as you've never heard him before coming soon, stay tuned.  — Follow along here for dailyish episodes here and to support this work, please become a paid subscriber of https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/.  — DM Andrew on Instagram and let him know how your #AFY500 is going and anything you'd like us to cover in our daily updates.  — -----The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host + being able to rock in dynamic, unscripted contexts isn't optional. It's now a mandatory skill for senior leaders, and doing it right isn't easy. — That's why Andrew Vontz started https://www.onerealvoice.com/, to help industry leaders thrive on podcasts, panels and in the internal & external high-stakes, open-ended conversations where reputations are built and business is won. — When you're ready to be great, DM https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com.  ----- — With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today, no experience required. ----- — Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at www.laufcycles.com.  ----- —JOIN US: — Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ — One Real Voice - narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts & high-stakes conversations: http://www.onerealvoice.com — Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod — Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/ — Chase Wark: https://www.instagram.com/chasethebiker/ — WUKAR Fit / Art O'Connor: https://www.instagram.com/wukarfit/ — Jonathan Kaplan's Riding With newsletter: https://ridingwithkaplan.substack.com/p/riding-with-friends?utm_source=publication-search — Spencer Martin's Beyond the Peloton newsletter: https://beyondthepeloton.substack.com/

This episode was sponsored by Egan Landscape Group LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this grit-fueled Dropping Bombs episode, green industry mogul George Egan shares his $2K-to-$10M blueprint—from injury pivots to scaling Egan Landscape Group with 100% margins and referral power. George drops practical insights on forging unbreakable teams through goal chats, layering "plant insurance" for recurring revenue, and exploding into home services. Steal his GoPro timelapse hack for viral leads and culture that outhustles rivals. Your escape from the wage grind starts here. Bonus: Stick around for the wildest cougar client stories—think lonely housewives, bathrobe greetings, and why George now brings backup.

Abandon Your Family 500 2025 Day 4 with Jonathan Kaplan and Andrew Vontz. Reflections on bad sleep, big carbs, and the skirmish between Front Range legends Andy Leach and Kip Taylor to top out first and complete #AYF500 in an FKT of under four days. — Day 4 sees the Kingpin, Big Spence, continue his secret training during the Boulder blackout. When will he switch his rides from "private" to "everyone" and deliver the big surprise sure to put him in the headlines? — Heads up. We have a full-length interview with Jens Voigt coming soon, and you will hear him in a way you never have before. — Follow along here for daily-ish episodes. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ — DM Andrew on Instagram and let him know how your #AYF500 is going and what you would like us to cover in the daily updates. — The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host, and being able to operate in dynamic, unscripted contexts, isn't optional. It is now a mandatory skill for senior leaders, and doing it well is hard. That's why Andrew Vontz started One Real Voice, to help industry leaders thrive on podcasts, panels, and in high-stakes, open-ended internal and external conversations where reputations are built and business is won. https://www.onerealvoice.com/ When you're ready to be great, DM: https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to: hello@onerealvoice.com — With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Get started today, no experience required. https://www.blockchain.com — Lauf is the Apple of bike design. They make elegant products that just work better than everything else. https://www.laufcycles.com — JOIN US Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ One Real Voice. Narrative, strategy, and coaching for podcasts and high-stakes conversations https://www.onerealvoice.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/ Jonathan Kaplan's Riding With newsletter https://ridingwithkaplan.substack.com/p/riding-with-friends Spencer Martin's Beyond the Peloton newsletter https://beyondthepeloton.substack.com/

In this episode of the Long Range Shooting and Custom Rifle Building Podcast, Jamie kicks off a new series called The Simple Truth—and pulls no punches. You can learn through trial and error, or you can learn from professionals. Both are expensive. But what most people underestimate isn't just the money—it's the time, frustration, and risk that come with assumptions and misinformation. Jamie shares real-world stories from decades in long-range shooting, gunsmithing, and manufacturing, including: Why assumption is the death of good projects How "experience" without feedback becomes a closed loop The hidden dangers of DIY gunsmithing done without guidance Why modern "drop-in" parts often aren't drop-in at all How one bad component can ruin an entire rifle And why professional mentorship fast-tracks real progress This episode also dives into why shooting fundamentals and rifle building must go hand-in-hand, and how Wolf Precision's Prosumer Gunsmithing School is designed to give shooters and builders the tools, knowledge, and confidence to do things the right way—safely, repeatably, and without guesswork. Whether you're a long-range shooter, aspiring gunsmith, or someone tired of chasing problems you can't diagnose, this episode lays out the simple truth: learning correctly saves more than money—it saves time, effort, and sometimes lives. Have a question for us? Email contact@wolfprecision.net or reach out through WolfPrecision.net. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a five-star review and share it—it helps us more than you know. Rumble Account:  Bedding Video Wolf Precision Custom Rifles: www.wolfprecision.net The Wolf Pack Training Center: Learn more here. https://www.wolfprecision.net/the-wolf-pack.html

This episode is sponsored by Ageless Forever Anti-Aging and Wellness Center LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this must-watch Dropping Bombs episode, board-certified emergency physician, military veteran, Las Vegas SWAT tactical physician, and medical director of Ageless Forever Anti-Aging and Wellness Center Dr. John Pierce exposes Western medicine's broken system. He reveals how FDA conflicts of interest restrict proven therapies (like banned peptides) while toxic food remains legal, preventing individuals from achieving optimal health. Hear raw insights on stress, sleep, and the truth about anti-aging medicine that conventional doctors won't tell you. Dr. Pierce delivers actionable strategies: integrative wellness, personalized lab work, and hormone optimization protocols elite performers use. Ready to escape cookie-cutter guidelines and unlock the anti-aging secrets Big Pharma doesn't want you to know? This conversation exposes it all.

I see too many entrepreneurs working harder every year… yet somehow feeling more stretched, more stressed, and more stuck. In this episode, I break down the real reason scaling feels chaotic—and why more effort is usually the wrong answer. I walk you through the systems that help you reclaim time, build a team that actually multiplies you, and grow revenue without burning out. We'll expose the blind spots that quietly cap your income and keep you trapped in the day-to-day grind. If you want more freedom, more focus, and a business that finally works for you—not the other way around—this conversation will hit home. Let me know what you think of today’s episode! Did you learn something new? Am I missing something? Is there something that has or hasn’t worked for you in your path to success? Send me an IG DM or email and let me know how I can help you level up in life. The post 444 – Stop Growing The Hard Way: Scale Smarter, Not Longer appeared first on Early To Rise.

Abandon Your Family 500 2025 Day 3 brings big drama when 100 mile-per-hour winds mean the power grid goes offline in Boulder and Big Spence has to skip the daily recording to keep banking secret miles to upload later at an undisclosed location. Meanwhile, Andy Leach powers over the top and dominates the leaderboard while Meg Volz enters the chat and shows her family what commitment looks like. Jonathan Kaplan of Riding With logs another signature indoor / outdoor Norwegian method dual threshold workout day and continues his love letter to High Fidelity with hopes of getting Nick Hornby into the challenge. Andrew Vontz shares the secrets that gets him through the moment that arrives every day when his brain says why are you doing this and his wife asks him if there's a better week than this to ride a trainer for 20 hours. Choose the Hard Way is the podcast about how hard things build stronger people who have more fun. The Abandon Your Family 500 is one of thousands of ways the Choose the Hard Way community around the world embodies this philosophy every day. Follow along here for dailyish episodes here and to support this work, please become a paid subscriber of https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/. DM Andrew on Instagram and let him know how your #AFY500 is going and anything you'd like us to cover in our daily updates.   ----- The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host + being able to rock in dynamic, unscripted contexts isn't optional. It's now a mandatory skill for senior leaders, and doing it right isn't easy. That's why Andrew Vontz started https://www.onerealvoice.com/, to help industry leaders thrive on podcasts, panels and in the internal & external high-stakes, open-ended conversations where reputations are built and business is won. When you're ready to be great, DM https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com.  ----- With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today, no experience required. ----- Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at www.laufcycles.com.  ----- JOIN US: Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ One Real Voice - narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts & high-stakes conversations: http://www.onerealvoice.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/ Jonathan Kaplan's Riding With newsletter: https://ridingwithkaplan.substack.com/p/riding-with-friends?utm_source=publication-search Spencer Martin's Beyond the Peloton newsletter: https://beyondthepeloton.substack.com/

This episode sponsored by Blake Harris Law LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this no-holds-barred Dropping Bombs episode, returning guest Blake Harris—founder of the world's largest offshore asset protection law firm—drops a bombshell lawsuit against Kevin Wessel (aka "The Business Guy"). Blake exposes false advertising, fake credentials, and deceptive trade practices plaguing the Cook Islands Trust industry. With a private investigator's report, court documents, and receipts, Blake reveals why one rotten apple is poisoning the entire asset protection industry.   Blake breaks down lawsuit protection strategies, debunks IRS myths, and why most "asset protection" is actually just marketing. You'll hear the truth about Cook Islands Trusts, how to vet providers, and why integrity separates savants from scammers. If you're building wealth and want bulletproof protection from lawsuits, divorce, or creditors, this episode is your wake-up call.  

A deep dive on the big action and family fallout from day one of the Abandon Your Family 500 in a groundbreaking conversation with Andrew Vontz / Choose the Hard Way, Spencer Martin / Beyond the Peloton, Jonathan Kaplan / Riding With, and the front range legend Kip Taylor (of Kip's Corner fame) making his highly anticipated Choose the Hard way debut.   Andrew, Jonathan, & Spencer press Kip on his 11th-hour upload of a 105-mile ride on day one. Get a look inside the high-stakes world of #AYF500 strategy from one of the masters of the game in this discussion of the obstacles challenge participants are overcoming to get the challenge done. Country breakfasts, family feuds, entertainment recommendations, this episode has it all. Choose the Hard Way is the podcast about how hard things build stronger people who have more fun. The Abandon Your Family 500 is one of thousands of ways the Choose the Hard Way community around the world embodies this philosophy every day. Follow along here for dailyish episodes here and to support this work, please become a paid subscriber of https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/. DM Andrew on Instagram and let him know how your #AFY500 is going and anything you'd like us to cover in our daily updates.  ----- The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host + being able to rock in dynamic, unscripted contexts isn't optional. It's now a mandatory skill for senior leaders, and doing it right isn't easy. That's why Andrew Vontz started https://www.onerealvoice.com/, to help industry leaders thrive on podcasts, panels and in the internal & external high-stakes, open-ended conversations where reputations are built and business is won. When you're ready to be great, DM https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com.  ----- With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today, no experience required. ----- Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at www.laufcycles.com.  ----- JOIN US: Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ One Real Voice - narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts & high-stakes conversations: http://www.onerealvoice.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/ Jonathan Kaplan's Riding With newsletter: https://ridingwithkaplan.substack.com/p/riding-with-friends?utm_source=publication-search Spencer Martin's Beyond the Peloton newsletter: https://beyondthepeloton.substack.com/  

This episode sponsored by Adkins Enterprises LLC   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/   In this electrifying Dropping Bombs episode, national guitar champion Zachary Adkins shatters the starving artist myth—revealing how he scaled from teaching guitar in his house to running four music schools across Nebraska with 800+ students and $1M+ revenue. Why chase fame when you can build a 7-figure empire from your garage? Zach even shreds live on his custom Ernie Ball, proving talent meets strategy.   From flipping $100 ad spend into full-time freedom to expanding during Covid to 250 students, Zach exposes the blueprint: reinvest ruthlessly, pay teachers well, and dominate underserved suburban markets. Action takeaways: leverage convenience over competition, charge premium to avoid burnout, and scale multiple locations. Music isn't just notes—it's a scalable empire.    Whether you're a musician, entrepreneur, or just hate leaving money on the table—this conversation is your wake-up call to build real wealth in an overlooked industry.  

Nothing says I love you like abandoning your family to get in shape for your endurance sport. The Abandon Your Family 500 is a challenge to ride 500 km on planet earth or on a virtual cycling platform over the course of 10 days brought to you by Choose the Hard Way / Andrew Vontz, Beyond the Peloton / Spencer Martin, and Riding With / Jonathan Kaplan.  During the #AYF500, Andrew, Jonathan, & Spencer will be doing minisodes to share their experience participating in one of life's most rewarding experiences: having fun doing something hard with your friends. Follow along here and at https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ DM Andrew on Instagram and let him know how your #AFY500 is going and anything you'd like us to cover in our daily updates.  ----- The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host isn't optional. It's now a mission-critical skill for senior leaders. That's why Andrew Vontz started https://www.onerealvoice.com/, to help industry leaders thrive on podcasts, panels and in the high-stakes, open-ended conversations where reputations are built and business is won. When you're ready to be great, DM https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com.  ----- With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today, no experience required. ----- Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at www.laufcycles.com.  ----- JOIN US: Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ One Real Voice - narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts & high-stakes conversations: http://www.onerealvoice.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/ Jonathan Kaplan's Riding With newsletter: https://ridingwithkaplan.substack.com/p/riding-with-friends?utm_source=publication-search Spencer Martin's Beyond the Peloton newsletter: https://beyondthepeloton.substack.com/

  This episode sponsored by Health Compass Academy   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this captivating Dropping Bombs return, Iraq War veteran and tabbed Army Ranger Chris Giesking reveals why most fitness programs destroy bodies—and how fixing it unlocks ageless performance. With 10,000+ client sessions, a master's degree in human movement, and military-grade discipline, Chris breaks down the joint-by-joint approach, seven fundamental movement patterns, and why your fitness regimen should never hurt you. Now pivoting from aging athletes to teacher wellness, he's on a mission to help educators win the day through strategic movement.   Chris drops frameworks on mobility over vanity, the bolt score breathing test, why age doesn't limit range of motion, and his new book—50 state-themed workouts bridging movement and learning. From pull-up struggles to TRT debates, pistol squats to why CrossFit injuries plague gyms, this conversation delivers raw truths about longevity, relative strength, and reclaiming control. If you're ready to move well, ditch the pain, and stop tolerating dysfunction, this episode is your wake-up call.  

This episode sponsored by Doug Blevins Agency   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this eye-opening Dropping Bombs episode, Million Dollar Round Table qualifier Doug Blevins exposes the insurance industry's dirty secrets—like why your state minimum $25K coverage is a financial death sentence. Operating his white-glove agency, Doug reveals how relationship-driven service crushes transactional competitors and why most consumers are dangerously underinsured on autos, homes, and valuables.   Doug breaks down the frameworks: endorsing watches, rings, and firearms on homeowner policies, umbrella coverage essentials, and why you can't optimize your business until you optimize yourself (peptides, TRT, and discipline included). From building culture over chasing volume to treating clients like relationships instead of transactions, this conversation delivers practical strategies any entrepreneur can steal. If you're ready to stop getting hustled by coverage gaps and learn how local domination scales, this episode is your wake-up call.  

This episode sponsored by Lets Get Funded   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this game-changing Dropping Bombs episode, Evan Rugen reveals how he's helped over 1,000 entrepreneurs access zero-interest funding—even with sh*tty credit, no tax returns, or no Social Security number. From managing 120+ Manhattan buildings to reverse-engineering the banking system, Evan breaks down his 6-level roadmap that's unlocked $1.2 million in business capital without paying a single dollar in interest.   Evan exposes the exact bank requirements most people miss, how to liquidate credit into cash for real estate deals, and why felons and immigrants qualify for massive credit lines. Action takeaways: travel hacks to fly for free, removing inquiries in 24 hours, and accessing $100K in under a week. Whether you're bootstrapped, over-leveraged, or ready to scale without bleeding interest, this conversation is your golden ticket to free capital.  

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this raw Dropping Bombs episode, Air Force veteran and elite relationship specialist Timothy "TK" Klund reveals how dying four times in a car crash rewired his entire approach to business. After walking away from a six-figure mobile home career, TK rebuilt his life around relationships that matter—connecting pro athletes, celebrities, and corporations through powerhouse branding deals. From founding Verve Systems to creating the Celebrity Softball Classic charity event, TK exposes the difference between contacts and real relationships.   TK breaks down why most people have thousands of contacts but zero leverage, the Jerry Maguire moment that changed everything, and how mentorship from philanthropic boards unlocked his network. You'll also hear his unfiltered take on the veteran suicide epidemic and why America is waking up to good versus evil. If you're ready to stop chasing shallow connections and start building relationships that actually create opportunities, this conversation is your blueprint.  

This episode sponsored by Shannon Robnett Industries   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this game-changing Dropping Bombs episode, second-generation developer Shannon Robnett reveals how ground-up development destroys traditional buy-and-hold syndication.  With $425 million in completed projects and $140 million under management, Shannon breaks down the brutal lessons from losing $5 million in '08, surviving addiction recovery, and rebuilding to consistent 25% investor returns through tax-advantaged multifamily and industrial deals.   Shannon breaks down the secrets separating legitimate operators from hype machines, the refinance strategy returning 60% of capital by year three, and why Dave Ramsey's debt philosophy leaves billions on the table—plus the exact questions to ask before investing a single dollar. If you're ready to escape landlord hell and let your money work while you sleep, this episode is your blueprint.

This episode sponsored by Bluewater Exteriors LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this raw Dropping Bombs episode, former detective Jimmy Fazekas reveals how he launched Bluewater Exteriors from his garage with $10,000 and scaled it into a multimillion-dollar home services powerhouse. Operating at 50%+ gross margins in gutters, windows, and screen enclosures, Jimmy exposes why overlooked blue-collar industries are goldmines and how private equity is starting to notice.   Jimmy breaks it down: building recurring revenue models, structuring performance pay systems, and the ugly promotion strategy that generates qualified leads without wasting ad spend. If you're ready to escape the wage ceiling and build real wealth through grit and systems, this conversation is your golden-ticket.