Podcast appearances and mentions of Scott Tucker

Lake Springfield Marina hosts the show as Sam chats with co-owner Scott Tucker about the beginning of a busy time on the lake. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show continues from Lake Springfield Marina as co-owner Scott Tucker talks about a busy time on the lake and re-opening of the marina's restaurant and bar, and Kris Cavanagh, Michael Carlson and Sister Marilyn Jean Runkel provide details of the Foundation for the Future matching fundraiser underway for St. Patrick School (st-patrick.org). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BCSN Nation Podcast is Powered by Buffalo Wild Wings! Thank you to Buffalo Wild Wing's for joining us as we provide Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan local high school sports coverage!Coming up: Scott Tucker joins the Podcast to give a look into the HS Baseball season, teams and players to watch for as the spring rolls along.Follow Brandan Carnes on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/CarnesBrandanFollow Justin Feldkamp on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JustinFeldkampFollow BCSN on our Social Media:- https://twitter.com/BCSNsports- https://www.facebook.com/bcsnsports- https://www.instagram.com/bcsnsports/- https://www.tiktok.com/@bcsnsports- https://www.youtube.com/bcsnsportsCheck out our website: https://www.bcsnnation.com/podcastThe BCSN Nation Podcast is Powered by Buffalo Wild Wings.

In episode 514, Hilary Topper spoke with Scott Tucker, CEO of VIMAZI, a new sneaker brand. She asked him the following questions: Scott, can you share the story of how Vimazi was born? What inspired you to start this company? 2.    What was your mission when you first started Vimazi, and how has that evolved over time? 3. What makes Vimazi shoes unique for runners and athletes? What sets them apart from other brands? 4.    How does the science behind Vimazi's design cater to different running speeds? It's such a fascinating concept—how did you develop it? 5.    What kinds of feedback have you been getting from runners who have tried Vimazi shoes? 6.    Starting a shoe company is no small feat. What challenges have you faced along the way, and how have you tackled them? 7.    Are you noticing any shifts in the running or fitness community influencing how you design your products? 8.    Who is the ideal customer for Vimazi shoes? Are they geared more toward competitive runners, casual joggers, or both? 9.    What advice would you give someone looking to build a business in a highly competitive industry like athletic footwear? 10. Looking ahead, what's on Vimazi's horizon? Are there any exciting new products or innovations we should be aware of? Thank you, Scott, for joining us today and giving us a deeper look into Vimazi and its incredible story. And thank you to our listeners for tuning in to Hilary Topper on Air. If you haven't tried Vimazi shoes yet, I highly recommend them—you're in for a treat! And get 25% off your Vimazi shoes by using code: Runwithoutpain2024 at check out. Until next time! Hilary Topper on Air is brought to you by the Russo Law Group, PC at HTTP://www.vjrussolaw.com, PlayTri, HTTP://www.playtri.com/store and Vimazi, HTTP://www.vimazi.com.   

After the winter meetings we look back at all the major moves and the ones around the corner! Fried and Devin Williams to the Yankees, Crochett to the Red Sox, Kyle Tucker to the Cubs! What are the cubs doing? What are the Astros doing? Are the Giants gonna pay Corbin Burnes? Are the Dodgers gonna sign Teoscar??? This and so much more on this weeks episode! 

What if everything we thought we knew about running shoes, from energy return to performance enhancement, was wrong? Scott Tucker, the CEO of Vimazi is today's guest on Hilary Topper on Air. During the interview, I asked Scott some questions about Energy Return and Performance. Can you explain what made you question the conventional wisdom surrounding running shoes? You mentioned that the concept of energy return in running shoes, which many brands highlight as a key feature, is fundamentally flawed. Can you break down why this idea is scientifically incorrect? Most people believe that the energy return from shoes, thanks to materials like carbon plates and special foams, helps them run faster. Why do you say this is a misconception, and what is the real impact of these materials on performance? You've explained that the human body, with its multiple joints, doesn't behave like a rigid object. How does this biomechanical reality contradict the idea of energy return in shoes? If the energy from the shoe is balanced by the energy exerted by our muscles, leading to no net gain, why do so many people still feel like these shoes help them perform better? Could there be psychological factors at play? What are the potential risks for runners who rely on these supposed energy-returning shoes? How might they be inadvertently increasing stress on their muscles and tendons? You've designed a shoe technology that reduces the cumulative stress on muscles and tendons over time. Can you explain how your approach differs from traditional shoe designs, and what benefits runners can expect? With less cumulative stress from your shoe technology, how can runners expect this to impact their training and injury prevention in the long term? How do you see the future of running shoe design evolving now that we have a better understanding of these biomechanical realities? For runners who want to make informed decisions about their footwear, what advice would you give them to cut through the marketing noise and choose shoes that truly support their performance and health? And finally, Scott, how can our listeners get in touch with you or learn more about Vimazi? Get in Touch with Vimazi by going to http://www.Vimazi.com. To get a special discount off any of their shoes, use code: runwithoutpain2024  

In this episode we listen to a sermon preached by my pastor, Scott Tucker. There is so much in this message that can be a huge help to both the new believer, as well as the seasoned Christian. I hope it is a blessing to you!If you aren't sure if you would go to heaven, watch this video: https://youtu.be/KoyKxb8AWs8DM me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/danielbergman99/Website: New2Jesus.com

Unlock the secrets of the cosmos and revolutionize your astrophotography skills as we explore Starizona's incredible journey with special guests Steve Koenig and Scott Tucker. Join us as we uncover the story of how Dean Koenig's passion for astronomy in Tucson, Arizona blossomed into a thriving business, captivating imaginations and turning stargazing dreams into reality. Discover how their dedication led to the creation of the groundbreaking HyperStar accessory, transforming ordinary Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes into lightning-fast imaging machines.Steve and Scott provide a background Hyperstar technology, from its inception to its status as a game-changing tool for both amateur and professional astrophotographers. Hear firsthand accounts of collaborations with optical engineer Dick Bookroeder and the challenges they overcame with early CCD cameras, and how modern advancements, such as high-megapixel cameras and refined optical designs, have pushed the boundaries of what's possible in astrophotography. Discover the incredible versatility that Hyperstar offers, enabling stunning captures of celestial wonders like the Lagoon Nebula and the Orion Nebula with unprecedented speed and detail.3D printing has a pivotal role in rapid prototyping and product development at Starizona. Whether it's creating custom parts or designing instructions for astronauts on the International Space Station, the Starizona team's blend of technical expertise and passionate problem-solving is truly inspiring. A Special Thanks to Will Young at https://www.deepskydude.com/ for the right to use his awesome music. Support the Show on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cosmossafariCheck out the video version of this podcast on the Cosmos Safari YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/c/cosmossafariCheck out the audio version of this podcast on the Cosmos Safari Buzzsprout pagehttps://cosmossafari.buzzsprout.comFind Dave “Cosmos Safari” www.cosmossafari.com@cosmossafari on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/cosmossafariInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cosmossafariFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thecosmossafari/X - https://twitter.com/CosmosSafariTikTokFind Rob the “Last Minute Astronomer”@lastminuteastronomer on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LastMinuteAstronomerInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lastminuteastronomer/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094679331665Support the Show.Check out the video version of this podcast on the Cosmos Safari YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/c/cosmossafari

In this episode I interview my pastor, Scott Tucker, about the subject of how to have joy in the Christian life. I hope it is a blessing to you!Video about finding God's will: https://youtu.be/oSCHnZG1e7wIf you aren't sure if you would go to heaven, watch this video: https://youtu.be/KoyKxb8AWs8DM me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/danielbergman99/Website: New2Jesus.com

Absolute dirtbag but actually a pretty good racecar driver. Support on patreon! patreon.com/historybuffs228

Lake Springfield Marina hosts the show ahead of next Saturday's Spring Sales Event as co-owner Scott Tucker visits, Tom calls to reminisce on the 50th anniversary of an infamous streaking episode, and State Rep. Mike Coffey Jr. begins his monthly visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show continues from Lake Springfield Marina as State Rep. Mike Coffey Jr. continues his visit and Sam chats with co-owner Scott Tucker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final hour from Lake Springfield Marina features Sam, Greg and co-owner Scott Tucker previewing next Saturday's Spring Sales Event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“I thought, ‘What if there's a way to insure the wealth?' That's all you want, is to protect future sources of income.” -Scott Tucker, USMA ‘02 Scott Tucker is a former Army Officer, a West Point graduate, and author of four books with unconventional ideas about military retirement, life, and wealth. He is the Founder of US VetWealth, a wealth management firm that offers access to safe investment strategies and helps military retirees create a "Private Pension" for their wealth so that they have more ownership of their assets, increased access to their money whenever they want it, and the ability to profit without additional rules, taxes, and fees. Scott has helped 100+ retiree high-income earners create a flexible and secure retirement with their unique benefits and pensions. In this episode, we discuss: Scott's journey of transitioning out of the Army, entering into the life insurance business, and finding his niche How Scott's personal health experiences intertwined with his success as an entrepreneur The new category of “wealth insurance” that Scott has created through his company, US VetWealth The unique strategies Scott implements to help military retirees protect their wealth Scott's goals for US VetWealth and how he envisions the company to grow When he was working in wealth management, Scott did not like the fact that he had to be all things to all people. That's what led to him finding his niche of using the life insurance investment model to help military retirees. He understood that, as career military officers retire, they need to change their financial strategy in order to make the most of their wealth. We learned a lot from Scott about the nuts and bolts of how someone can use life insurance to protect their wealth. Thanks for sharing with us, Scott! Connect with Scott: LinkedIn US Vet Wealth If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Also available on Google Podcasts, Spotify & Stitcher Leave us a 5-star review! Special thanks to Scott for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

On Under the Hood, Honda is gearing up for the Super GT series with its Civic Type R-GT, aiming to deliver "ultimate pure sports performance." The race car, developed from the road-legal Civic Type-R, is set to debut in the 2024 season, with shakedown tests scheduled for July 25 and 26. Meanwhile, Zenvo has revealed its extreme hypercar, the Aurora V12, boasting a 6.0-liter twin-turbo engine and two variants, Tur for road focus and Agil for high-downforce racing. However, accidents also make headlines, as a white Ferrari F8 Tributo crashed in Houston during a Cars & Coffee event, and a cargo ship carrying 3,000 cars, including Mercedes-Benz vehicles, caught fire off the Dutch coast. In the market, Nissan faces challenges with the 400z, selling less than 1000 units since its launch, while manual transmissions become scarcer, with only 20 models offering them in 2023. Mazda, on the other hand, decides not to participate in the horsepower war with Toyota and Subaru, focusing on the MX-5's balance and responsiveness. Additionally, Tesla faces scrutiny as it was discovered to have suppressed driving range complaints with a "Diversion Team" manipulating range estimates. On Bending the Rules, Scott Tucker, a race car driver and founder of Level 5 Racing, built a financial empire in payday loans, disregarding regulations and charging exorbitant interest rates of 400% to 700%. Tucker used the wealth he amassed from his payday lending business to fund his racing program for years. Despite his success on the track, Tucker's shady financial practices caught up with him. In 2017, he was convicted of 14 criminal counts related to his $2 billion payday lending company and sentenced to 16 years and 8 months in prison. Additionally, he was ordered to pay a $1.3 billion penalty to the Federal Trade Commission for his deceptive business practices. Despite his conviction, Tucker doesn't fully take responsibility and claims to be misunderstood. Ironically, he was featured on Netflix's show "Dirty Money," shedding light on his bending of the rules and unethical behavior both on and off the track.

On this episode of the Retire Y'all Podcast, Adam talks with Scott Tucker about his journey before founding his firm, how the Navy helped him build a business and much more. HERE ARE JUST A HANDFUL OF THE THINGS THEY DISCUSS: Why you should make your bed every morning. Scott's book, “Escape Illinois: Should I Stay or Should I Go?”  The diversity of politics in Scott's firm in Chicago The importance of Scott's Social Security classes

Karen and Irma discuss book tours. Then Irma chats with Aaron Fa'Aoso and Michelle Scott Tucker about the process of ghostwriting (or co-writing) Aaron's memoir, how they tackled sensitive subjects like suicide, racism and Aaron's domestic violence history, the decision-making process on what to include and what to not, why Aaron almost pulled the project many times but ultimately never did, how Michelle captured Aaron's voice, and why recording the audiobook sent Aaron into a dark place. 

In this episode: The IRS is still revealing plans for the $80B of Congressional support. We review what amended returns are and the current IRS processing timelines. The next due date for estimated taxes are June 15th.   We discuss why timely estimated tax payments are so important. The possible add-back of Maryland State Taxes paid on Federal Returns. We also hear the white-collar crime story of Scott Tucker, a man who seemingly had no compassion for his fellow man.  Scott opened several Payday Loan operations, with aggressive underhanded tactics designed to trap borrowers, many of whom were already living paycheck to paycheck, into a never-ending spiral of debt.  He also used Native American tribes to conceal his ownership while he bought luxury homes, a private plane and an entire race car team. 

If you think you could never come up with a different concept for running shoes, well then let me introduce you to the minds behind the latest shoe on the walls of local retailers, Vimazi Shoes. Vimazi is the first-ever pace-tuned shoe, designed for energy, or as they say on their website, “Goldilocks cushioning and an ultra-efficient push-off.”   Founders, Scott Tucker and John Zilly, join me today to share their inspiration and research behind this innovative new shoe design. I mean, what does it mean to be “pace tuned,” right?? Of course, I asked that question (and no I won't be running a 4-minute mile anytime soon just by wearing these shoes).   But more than the science and engineering, I loved talking with them about their extensive backgrounds, their passion for running and writing, and their friendship that has lasted for decades. They also talk about the challenges of launching a new running shoe brand during the pandemic in a crowded space. These are my people. The people who, in spite of all of the challenges and obstacles, get up every day and say, “We've got something good here.” In fact, they're in tune with what runners want and need.  From a 4-minute mile to a 20-minute mile, Vimazi is tuned to your needs.    https://vimazi.com/ - Vimazi website Follow Vimazi on Instagram - @vimazi Blog Post on How Vimazi Running Shoes Feel - and Why - https://vimazi.com/blogs/news/how-vimazi-running-shoes-feel  "I Could Never Do That" Website - https://www.podpage.com/icouldneverdothat/  "I Could Never Do That" Instagram - @icouldneverdothat Theme Music: Your Love by Atch -License: Creative Commons License - Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)  Support the Podcast through BuyMeACoffee.com - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CarrieBarrett     

WESA's new President chats about his career and his vision for WESA. Listen in...Guests and Links Episode 108:Hosts: Mike Donnell, Kacee Willbanks Colletti, and Sophia JagellaGuest: Scott TuckerLink: Join us at WESA's new home: the Dallas Market CenterLink: Anderson Bean Mens Cowboy BootsLink: Anderson BeanVisit the WESA Website

WESA's new President chats about his career and his vision for WESA. Listen in...Guests and Links Episode 108:Hosts: Mike Donnell, Kacee Willbanks Colletti, and Sophia JagellaGuest: Scott TuckerLink: Join us at WESA's new home: the Dallas Market CenterLink: Anderson Bean Mens Cowboy BootsLink: Anderson BeanVisit the WESA Website

This week on the Head Shepherd podcast, we're changing gears a little and chatting with author Michelle Scott Tucker.Having an audience of mostly sheep tragics, Mark thought the parallels between Michelles book, Elizabeth Macarthur: a life at the edge of the world; and our listeners was too good not to make the most of.Michelle tells us more about the wonderful Elizabeth Macarthur and the foundations of the Merino wool industry of Australia.  Elizabeths story begins in on a farm in North Devon, after marrying a not-strongly liked soldier named John Macarthur. In 1790, Elizabeth followed him to "make his fortune" in Australia- the only officers wife to go and what Michelle refers to as a "pretty stupid decision". June 1790 she arrived in Sydney Harbour excited to see this mythical township she'd been promised Australia held , and instead saw an army campsite of tents full of soldiers without shoes, food or women to talk to. In 1793, the Macarthurs got their first land grant of 100 acres in a place that is now called Parramatta.  They spent a few years working hard turning the place into a mixed farm. Livestock numbers were incredibly low so they had sheep but not in huge numbers.In 1801 John Macarthur was sent back to England to be court marshalled after shooting his commanding officer during a duel, and left Elizabeth to run the recently expanded farm alone with the youngest children.John escaped his court-marshalling in the UK and sweet-talked his way into supplying British wool mills with Australian wool, despite not having the sheep or the experience in importing wool. John also sweet talked his way into exporting a flock of the kings Merinos he'd purchased, despite export of them being illegal. He returned to Australia in 1905 with 5,000 acres and some "scrubby" fine wool sheep. But, nearly 4 years later John gets sent back to the UK after causing more political trouble. And so Elizabeth was left running the farm, and the wool export industry for the next 12 years. She was the first person to send commercial quantities of wool to England.-Although different to our usual podcasts, this is a fantastic relaxing listen. Michelles years of research into the beginning of the Australian wool industry, and much much more, is really commendable and enjoyable listening for any sheep tragic. If you'd like to find out more about Michelles books, follow the link below:https://michellescotttucker.com/elizabeth-macarthur/Check out The Hubthehub.nextgenagri.comOur community where our members have the opportunity to keep up to date with everything we are working on.

People in desperate financial situations will often take out loans that will be difficult for them to pay back. Many of these loans have extremely high interest rates and other hazardous terms. Listen here how Scott Tucker made a fortune preying on many people in dire situations. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ryan-christopher-horn/support

Originally published on Jan 13, 2017.On this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, I'm interviewing Scott Tucker about transitioning out of the Air Force and why you should start thinking about it now!Want to help the next generation Airmen by sharing your Air Force story? I'd love to have you on the show: https://foreverwingman.com/interview/ Looking to learn more about the Air Force? The most comprehensive information on all of the Air Force jobs: https://foreverwingman.com/air-force-jobs/ Search and Filter AFSCs: https://foreverwingman.com/search-afsc/ Study for Air Force Basic Training: https://foreverwingman.com/afbmt-course/ Forever Wingman Podcast (leave a review!): https://foreverwingman.buzzsprout.com/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/foreverwingman

Episode 69 is here and we are so proud to present a super inspiring, powerful and thought provoking double interview with actor, director, producer and writer, Aaron Fa'aoso, and the soul lifting, smile inducing, amazing author Michelle Scott Tucker! Together they talk about collaborating on their brand new release So Far, So Good, which is not only a gripping personal reflection of Aaron's life but also the first official biography of a Torres Straight Islander.Join us for a coffee in the Reader's Cafe to catch up on new books to dive into, discussions about what makes a hoon a hoon, what LSD and hanging out with emus might have in common, and the potential power of truth to help us come together. And a super fun chat with author Clare Rhoden in the Writer's Lounge...Intro - 00:00News - 14:55Reader's Cafe - 20:30Author Interview -34:55Interview Discussion - 1:41.00Writer's Lounge - 1:57:37Episode Wrap Up - 2:15:10Visit  www.australianbooklovers.com to learn more.

John Zilly, Co-Founder of Vimazi, joins the show's Host, (me) Run Coach Alli. Scott Tucker, Co-Founder of Vimazi, during a 6 am interval workout in 2017, had a brainstorm—shoes tuned to specific pace zones should respond more efficiently to the forces generated in running than non-tuned shoes. Scott conducted a research study with a team of scientists that proved the theory. He also discovered that tuning shoes by pace resulted in optimized cushioning. With solid data and a patent pending on the tech, Scott grabbed his high school running buddy John Zilly, a marathoner himself, and together they formed Vimazi. Right at its inception, it committed to championing the spirit of running for all runners. They've done that by pursuing the scientific truth about running forces and footwear, wherever it leads. They also champion runners by personalizing shoes according to pace. So every runner gets the shoe they need to feel their best.Today on the show, we discuss:The different types of shoes for different paces The process that forced John & Scott to relearn everything they thought they knew about running shoes to revolutionize a science-backed pace-tuned shoe that works best for you and your running needsIf you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about distance running, mindset, and mental toughness for runners, please share your thoughts in the comments under the show notes. You can also email me at allison.felsenthal@gmail.com with your ideas! I love hearing from you.  Don't forget to head to Apple Podcasts to support the show and tap on the "+Follow" button! Your support allows me to understand better what you enjoy and dislike and find the time and resources needed to push every new episode LIVE!Connect with VimaziWebsiteInstagram Support the show

Retargeting is a common word we hear when it comes to digital and social media marketing. But how effective is it, and more importantly, are marketers and financial advisors using it right?Joined by Scott Tucker of Scott Tucker Solutions in Chicago, IL, Donovan Stull goes through the benefits of Facebook retargeting and how when used properly, it can not only increase your reach and overall effectiveness of your ads but can also make you the "celebrity no-one has ever heard of" in your market.

Happy Fourth of July! Career military officers approaching retirement have a lot on their plate just to get out of the service as well as finding a second career. One of the things that is not really considered is whether to pursue an alternative to the Survivor Benefit Plan, which costs the retiree 6.5% of their retirement pay over 30 years and provides the surviving spouse with 55% of the member's retainer pay. In this episode, I talk with Scott Tucker, a USMA graduate and former Army officer, about this issue. If you are approaching retirement, I recommend you listen to this podcast so that you can thoughtfully make a decision as going the insurance route is something you need some lead time to consider. Scott's LinkedIn profile can be accessed here. Additional information and resources can be found at USVetWealth's webpage here or his YouTube channel here.

This episode features husband and wife duo Scott Tucker and Jen Amos. Scott served 10 years in the US Army as an officer. Scott founded US VetWealth in January of 2012, offering financial services for career military families. Jen joined the business in 2016 as the Director of Community Relations. She's also the host of the award-winning podcast, Holding Down the Fort.Scott had always been interested in finance and he took a role in private wealth management right out of the military. The industry wasn't what he thought it would be, and he started looking into entrepreneurship. He set out to redefine the industry and help people capitalize on their finances to live the life they've always wanted.Jen is a Gold Star daughter. She has seen the ramifications of losing her father when she was 10 years old when her family was not financially prepared. Her father served in the US Navy and was on the USS Kitty Hawk and in October of 1988 he was missing at sea. Though no one know what happened and suicide was suspected, his death was listed as unknown so that her family could still receive benefits. She never discussed finances with her mother growing up. However, her mother was struggling financially and did not share this with her children. Part of what Jen does at US Vet Wealth is educating families in their benefits options, changing the way they view life insurance and teach them how to actively manage their money. One of the focuses of US VetWealth is educating service members and their families on alternatives to the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). You can find more information about US VetWealth and their free resources at www.usvetwealth.com and you can find and subscribe to their YouTube channel at USVW TV - YouTube.One of the biggest lessons that Scott learned during his transition comes from one of his favorite books, The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. One of those agreements was “be impeccable with your word.” What he learned was that he had integrity and honesty with everyone he interacted with. But he talks about the importance of being honest with YOURSELF. Ask yourself questions like are you happy, who are you and be honest with yourself. This is one of the things he discusses in his book “Veteran Wealth Secrets” which you can find on Amazon at Amazon.com: Veteran Wealth Secrets: The Post-Military Playbook for Obtaining Autonomy and Financial Control in the Modern Economy eBook : Tucker, Scott R.: Kindle Store.The episode ends with Jen talking about finances and benefits. She recommends having an open honest conversation with your spouse and family about the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). Educate yourself on the options that are available to you, instead of just falling in line with what everyone else is doing. Don't think about it just for yourself and your family, think about the financial legacy you are leaving behind for the generations in your family. You can learn more at www.thespousebenefitplan.com. They created this program to honor the military spouse and their importance in the decision-making process about benefits programs that are selected at the end of your military service. You can connect with Jen Amos at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/ and Scott Tucker at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottrtucker/SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this to other veterans who might need help as they transition from the military!Check our website at www.llforvets.com

Before starting this episode, I want you to imagine the program director of a radio station. You're probably picturing someone around my age, or maybe a bit older, depending on the station. A mature man or woman, with over a decade of experience in broadcasting, who can use that experience to run things smoothly and professionally. What you're probably not picturing is a 26-year-old Pro Tools aficionado and part-time radio host who's handling a station for the first time. But that's exactly the position Brady Kingsbury found himself in, and he nailed it.If nothing else, Brady's history in broadcasting is a testament to the value of playing to your strengths, while also doing everything you can to lengthen the list of things you can call "strengths." As he says in this episode, he's never been afraid to get tossed into the deep end. It just gives him a chance to show you how well he can swim.In this episode, I talk to Brady about how he went from working at a mall to programming Jack FM in London, Ontario in only 7 years. We dive into his love of audio editing, the process of learning Pro Tools, and the great friends he made along the way who helped jumpstart his career- including Jeff Lumby and Scott Tucker.Nowadays, you can listen to Brady on 96.7 CHYM in Kitchener, weekday mornings starting at 5am. Listen to some clips from the show here.If you want to stay caught up with Brady, you can also follow him on Twitter.Thanks to those who have supported the show!PromosuiteMegatraxClick Here For A Full TranscriptSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From 1997 to 2012, Scott Tucker built a nationwide network of payday lending businesses, becoming a pioneer in online lending along the way. But in 2012 federal prosecutors indicted Tucker on several criminal charges that he violated disclosure requirements. Harvard Business School associate professor Aiyesha Dey discusses the role of individual leaders in the corporate governance system, as well as their responsibility for creating a positive corporate culture that embodies ethics, self-restraint, and a commitment to serve.

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Scott Tucker flies to his Aspen mansion in his private jet, while 35,000 feet below a working man's bank account is sucked dry to pay back a criminally overpriced loan that in reality, has already been paid back….multiple times. Desperate borrowers get progressively poorer as Tucker grows more obscenely rich with every loan.  UNTIL…..the steel hammer of justice finally falls, and Scott Tucker finds himself in a much worse place.    

In this episode you'll hear the story of one of the worst loan sharks in history, and Lev and Derek look into the weird and disturbing story of the man who called himself "Osama Bin Laden's Man in London". Now in Video Podcast format Support us on Patreon Visit our Instagram Or our Twitter Hosts: Lev & Derek https://linktr.ee/Lev_Myskin https://linktr.ee/ThatEffnGuy Artist: Sarah Chey https://www.fiverr.com/sarahchey Circus Man by Jeris (c) copyright 2012 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/37243 Ft: A.M. mews by MommaLuv SKyTower --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/historysgreatestidiots/support

In this episode you'll hear the story of one of the worst loan sharks in history, and Lev and Derek look into the weird and disturbing story of the man who called himself "Osama Bin Laden's Man in London". Now in Video Podcast format Support us on Patreon Visit our Instagram Or our Twitter Hosts: Lev & Derek https://linktr.ee/Lev_Myskin https://linktr.ee/ThatEffnGuy Artist: Sarah Chey https://www.fiverr.com/sarahchey Circus Man by Jeris (c) copyright 2012 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/37243 Ft: A.M. mews by MommaLuv SKyTower --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/historysgreatestidiots/support

Welcome to the second episode with Scott Tucker! This time, Scott joins us to chat about a topic that most employers may not be keen to talk about: asking for a raise. Having the market values in mind is always important, even though during the pandemic they have been changing constantly. Scott always rechecks them every few months to see that every employee is having a good number on their paychecks. As a manager, always be open to listening to your employee's reasons to get a raise; their explanations can show you things you might be missing out on. Employees need to understand how much it costs an employer to have them in the company, and that includes health insurance, retirement, in-office services, and more.  Tune in to this episode and understand the other side of the coin when it comes to raises in a company!

Hello and happy 2022!  The Medical Management Podcast is truly happy to be back with much more information to help you level up your practice. In this two-part special we feature our friend Scott Tucker. In this first episode, we tackle a controversial topic: the No Surprises Billing Act of 2022. Even though this act applies in its majority to hospital settings, there is a part that applies for outpatient medical clinics and practices. Good faith estimates and disclaimers must be shown to patients. Hospitals and practices are not involved when a patient disputes a bill, that must be done directly with the government. Scott breaks down the No Surprises Billing Act step by step for you to understand and know how to go forward from now on.

In this podcast episode, we speak with Scott R. Tucker (Founder, US VetWealth) about his time in the Army, how he found himself in the financial arena, and what led to him founding US VetWealth. We speak about his best tips to emerging leaders and for those coming up in leadership. We also discuss his advice for times of change and challenges in our lives. Reach out to Scott at US VetWealth --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-leadership-void/support

Sleeping Bear Dunes is one of those Michigan "right of passages". Every parent takes their kid there to have them run the dunes to simply wear them out. I know. I experienced this first hand. But that doesn't detract from the beauty of this wonderful park. In the winter and the summer. Join us as Scott Tucker walks us through the history, the beauty and how they are working to keep us safe in Covid-19.Links:Sleeping Bear Dunes Facebook PageSleeping Bear Dunes National Park WebsiteSleeping Bear Dunes WebsiteJoin the Community!Join the Call of Leadership Podcast at https://callofleadership.com/emailAddress:Visitor's Center:12 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI 49636

In our second episode with Scott Tucker, we will go through some experiences he's had while being a leader and working with other people. How to be a good problem-solver, what not to do when trying to create trust among coworkers, and being able to break some barriers that will lead to better results. Scott will also tell us how he took these experiences and has applied them in a clinical setting by setting guidelines and boundaries but also by being able to create an open environment, where people can work together to solve issues. Finally, he will let us know his thoughts on the importance of personal connections, especially during hard times. Make sure you tune in to get great tips on how to deal with conflicts at work. For the full transcript, show notes, and resources to help you level up your practice, visit us at medman.com 

Going to the ER for small medical procedures can be not only expensive but also time-consuming. This is why our guest for today will let us know about how mobile health can help people get greater benefits, especially in Covid-19 times. Scott Tucker is a practice administrator at MedMan, in this episode, he will share with us how old school medicine has proven to be a great alternative in sometimes reducing ER visits and improving both patient and payer satisfaction. We will go through different aspects like providing home visits not only emergency service access, capacity for providers, and downsides of being in this business. If you want to hear more about it, make sure you tune in! For the full transcript, show notes, and resources to help you level up your practice, visit us at medman.com 

Scott Tucker earned more than a $1 billion in profits from the payday loan industry he created. We heard his story through the past four episodes. He told us how prosecutors targeted him for prosecution. We heard about his experience on home confinement. In episode two, Scott told us that federal officials are asking a judge to sentence Scott to 180 years. Now the billionaire prepares for prison. In today's episode, we learn about Scott's passion. He built Level Motorsports. His automobile racing club won victories in some of the world's most high-profile events. He traveled to Europe, to the Middle East, to Asia, and he raced his Ferraris all across the United States. Netflix filmed a movie that highlights Scott's career. Those riches no longer matter. Government authorities have frozen all of Scott's assets. They have levied a judgment in excess of $1 billion against him. They took his jet, his automobile collection, and his real estate. Now Scott awaits sentencing. What will he get? We'll find out in early January, 2018.

Scott Tucker wanted to build a scalable business since he was young. This is the fourth episode in our series on Billionaire Preparing for Prison. In the first episode, we learned why authorities chose to prosecute Scott Tucker. He build the payday loan industry. The business he built grew to employ thousands of people. He generated billions in financial revenues and taxes. He created enormous wealth. But authorities didn't like the model. Some people felt that he was earning too much money from people who could not afford to pay. Scott saw things differently. People in the marketplace were telling Scott that they needed liquidity. They just needed a bridge loan to help them get across the hump. They may have suffered from car trouble. They may have had an illness. They may need a short loan. Banks refused to lend to those people. Scott created a company that would fill the void. There was a lot of risk for that business. Many people chose to borrow money but they would not repay the loan. Scott didn't sue them. Instead, he just wrote off the loan. He created a system that would scale, expecting to cover the losses by operating at a scale. Scott's company launched the entire industry because he was innovative. He leveraged technology. With the Internet, he could provide people with short-term loans in a matter of minutes. Yet the interest rates he charged exposed him to problems. All that is clear at this stage is that a jury convicted scott of violating the Truth in Lending Act. As a result of the conviction, he faces multiple decades in federal prison. We recorded this fourth episode just before Christmas, in 2017. He is scheduled for sentencing on January 6, 2018.

Scott Tucker built a billion dollar business. He started with a single storefront. In this episode, the third episode in a multi-part series, we learn how. Despite his not being a good student, Scott Tucker always had ambition. Like many young entrepreneurs, he started with lawn mowing businesses that he launched as a child. While in college, Scott found an opportunity to get involved in real estate. Scouring the classified ads, he secured an opportunity that netted him more than $100,000 for six months work. Then he invested those resources to build other businesses. After a brief period in the car business, Scott discovered a new market. People were asking if they could provide him with a post dated check for a deposit. They needed a bit of liquidity until they received a paycheck. Scott decided to start a company. People could write a post-dated check for $120. It would not be good until the person's payday. Scott would give the person $100 in exchange for that post dated check. That was how the payday loan business began. Scott said that 1 out of 3 people who borrowed money for the first time chose not to repay the money. The business model had to build profits that would cover those anticipated losses. The strategy he deployed resulted in massive growth for the industry. It also resulted in massive amounts of revenues for his company, and employment for thousands of people. Unfortunately, the government did not like the industry. Scott went through numerous trials. As described in the first episodes of this series, a jury convicted Scott of violating various federal laws. It's a white collar crime, but he faces decades in prison.

Billionaire Prepares for Prison, Episode 2   Scott Tucker is well known for building the Payday Loan industry. In the previous episode, we learned how Scott started this industry from scratch. Through hard work and building great teams, he built his company into mega organization. It employed thousands of people. His business generated billions in annual revenues. He earned hundreds of millions of dollars every year. Despite that success in business, Scott told us in episode 1 about his problems. He lost a case to the Federal Trade Commission. That case resulted in a judgment against him of more than $1 billion. Then a judge froze his assets. Without financial assets, Scott didn't have resources to pay for his attorneys at trial. A jury convicted him of violating the Truth in Lending Act. Since his conviction, Scott has been on home confinement. Living on home confinement has been a struggle for Scott. He spoke about the ways that he has been preparing for the journey ahead. He exercises relentlessly. Sometimes he rides his stationary bicycle for 60-mile durations. The commitment to fitness helps Scott deal with the stress of an upcoming sentencing hearing. Scott told us that the federal government has asked that he serve a sentence of more than 100 years. The probation officer recommended that lengthy sentence because she said that Scott's business generated more than $6 billion in losses. It's important to learn more about the criminal justice system. That's why we're grateful to Scott for sharing his story.

Billionaire Going to Prison Scott Tucker Built the Payday Lending Industry. He started in this industry back in the mid 1990s. From scratch, he put a team together that resulted in his generating billions of dollars in revenues. Despite his efforts to live as a legitimate businessman, the authorities went after Scott. He has been battled in courts for decades. But in 2016, decisions started to go against him. He found big financial troubles when the Federal Trade Commission levied a fine of more than $1 billion. The troubles didn't stop there. In early 2017, the federal government indicted Scott for violating a series of federal crimes. Those crimes included fraud and violations of the truth in lending act. As a result of his losing the judgment against the FTC, a judge froze all of Scott's assets. They even seized more than $30 million that he put in trust accounts to pay his legal fees. Without financial resources, the court appointed a team of attorneys from the public defenders panel t represent him. After eight weeks of trial, a jury convicted Scott on all counts. The jury rendered its decision after deliberating for only a few hours. As a result of the conviction, Scott faces decades in federal prison. To learn more how we Prison Professors can help you if you're facing time, text PrisonPro to 44222. We can help!

Hello, hello. My name is Michael Santos and I welcome you to our new Prison Professors podcast. As stated in the intro, I'm part of a team that includes two co-founders, Shon Hopwood and Justin Paperny. Every day we'll publish a new Prison Professors episode. What do we mean by every day? We mean every day. Why would we do this? Well, we have a lot of reasons. Primarily, we want to teach our audience about America's prison system, the people it holds, and strategies for growing through prison successfully.  Over the past few years, we've seen a lot more interest in the prison system. The big interest began when Michele Alexander published her amazing book, The New Jim Crow. Ms. Alexander's book launched an entire movement that brought awareness to mass incarceration. Since then, Netflix dramatized Piper Kernan's book, Orange is the New Black. At the same time, television networks began publishing all types of shows that sensationalized the prison experience. Recently, Ear Hustle became all the rage by profiling lives of men serving time inside of San Quentin.  Prisons have become mainstream. But the message of intergenerational failure isn't something that we want to promote. At Prison Professors, we offer something different.  When we prepared to launch Prison Professors, people questioned the graphics we chose. Overall, people didn't relate to people in suits going to prison. And it's true. Our prisons incarcerate disenfranchised people of color more than anyone else. Our team does a lot of work to reform prison and sentencing systems across the United States. With our Prison Professors podcast, however, we strive to disrupt the thinking about America's prison system. Our logo may be one way to start. Our nation confines more than 2 million people. We incarcerate more people per capita than any nation on earth. At Prison Professors, we don't complain about these troubling statistics. Nor do we make any judgment on the influences or decisions that led people to prison. We know that anyone can go to prison.  With our podcast, we strive to show people the best possible outcomes. We strive to disrupt the thinking of taxpayers and anyone going into the prison system. Rather than complaining about how bad our prison system is, or why mass incarceration represents one of the greatest social injustices of our time, we strive to show people pathway to success. Our team has always believed that we need to live in the world as it exists—not as we would like it to be. The truth is, our government has passed thousands of laws that can lead people to prison. And a felony conviction can result in lifelong complications. Those complications derail prospects for happiness. They can have ancillary consequences that include under employment upon release—or no employment. They can lead to a lack of access to housing, to financing, to social services. Those are realities. At Prison Professors, we want to help people who must content with such struggles. We want to show pathways to success in spite of such struggles. For that reason, we offer new content every day.  We will structure our Prison Professors podcast in one of two formats. Either I'll narrate an episode or I'll interview a guest. Some episodes will stand-alone. Other episodes will work together as part of a series on a specific subject. For example, you may enjoy our upcoming multi-part series on how to master prison quickly. Or you may want to learn from our series on Scott Tucker, which we title Billionaires Preparing for Prison.  At Prison Professors, our team helps people master the prison experience. Through our podcast, we'll bring more awareness. And we'd like to offer suggestions on how people can make it through the journey strong, with their dignity in tact. Our Prison Professors podcast offers daily insight for people who want the best possible outcome.  My co-founders and I have a great deal of experience with the prison system. Through our website at PrisonProfessors.com, we offer an index with notes on all shows. We encourage you to visit PrisonProfessors.com. Enter your name to become a member of our mailing list, or follow us on social media. Subscribe to our channel on YouTube and you'll receive a notice each time we feature a new video. If you subscribe to our Prison Professors Facebook page, you'll learn about efforts we're making to improve outcomes of our nation's prison system. In episodes two and three, I'll introduce you to my two co-founders. You may be familiar with their work already In October of 2017, 60-Minutes featured a segment on Shon Hopwood. Shon also describes his story in his best-selling book, Law Man: Memoirs of a Jailhouse Lawyer. Law Man is relevant to listeners of the Prison Professors podcast for many reasons. Shon's inspiring story shows that regardless of what bad decisions a person has made in the past, an individual can start sowing seeds that lead to success.  The FBI arrested Shon in 1998 for a series of armed bank robberies. A U.S. District Court Judge sentenced him to a term that would require Shon to spend more than 10 years in federal prison. Yet Shon found a way to prosper inside. He studied case law. He wrote briefs that brought victories for people in district courts, in circuit courts, and in the U.S. Supreme Court. After his release, Shon earned his undergraduate degree and he earned a law degree. He clerked for two federal judges. Now Shon serves as a tenure-track professor at Georgetown Law School.  Without a doubt, Shon Hopwood is a success story. He is also a co-founder with Justin and me at PrisonProfessors.com and the Prison Professors podcast.  Justin Paperny is our other co-founder. His skills as a young baseball player led to Justin's scholarship at the University of Southern California. After earning an undergraduate degree, Justin went on to a career as a stockbroker. He managed assets for professional athletes and hedge funds. As a result of his failure to report a Ponzi scheme, authorities charged Justin with the crime of violating securities laws.  I met Justin at the Taft Federal Prison Camp, in California. We became friends soon after he arrived, in 2008. We began to engineer a strategy that would lead to Prison Professors and other business opportunities while we were still serving time. Justin and I understood that many people face challenges with the criminal justice system. A lack of understanding can make matters worse. In some cases, the wrong decisions can bring disastrous results.  While serving time in the Taft camp, Justin and I worked together. We crafted plans that would lead to the best possible outcome for anyone who has concerns about the criminal justice system. Upon Justin's release, he began building the properties we would need to bring our products and services to market. We now have several platforms that include:  PrisonProfessors.com MichaelSantos.com WhiteCollarAdvice.com PrisonNewsBlog.com BrandingFast.com, as well as our Prison Professors YouTube channel, Facebook page, and Twitter feed. We encourage you to follow us everywhere. You'll learn all about Shon and Justin in episodes two and three. I'll share my story with listeners during the remainder of this episode. As I said at the start, my name is Michael Santos. My journey through the criminal justice system followed some bad decisions I began making when I was a young man. In 1984, I was 20 years old and I started selling cocaine. When I was 23, in 1987, authorities arrested me. After a lengthy trial, a jury convicted me of operating a Continuing Criminal Enterprise.  We were at the dawn of our nation's war on drugs and I faced a possible sentence of life in prison. I'd never been incarcerated before, and I didn't know what to expect.  Like many people who go into the criminal justice system for the first time, I only wanted one thing. That was to get out! My ignorance of the system led to some bad decisions, and those bad decisions resulted in my serving much longer than I should have served.  During an awkward transition between the conviction and my sentencing date, I decided to begin preparing for a better outcome. Rather than worrying about what was going to happen to me, I started thinking about ways that I could prepare for a brighter future. We reveal this story in our book: Earning Freedom: Conquering a 45-Year Prison Term.  Earning Freedom, along with our other books, are available through our website at PrisonProfessors.com. Readers of Earning Freedom will learn that leaders like Socrates, Viktor Frankl, Nelson Mandela, and others inspired me. Leaders like Steve Jobs and Bill gates taught me to think differently, Instead of dwelling on the problems, I needed to focus on solutions.  From those leaders, I learned to chart my own path from struggle to prosperity. That path through prison included a three-pronged focus. I would work to:  Earn academic credentials. 2. I would work to Contribute to society in meaningful, measurable ways, and 3, I would work to Build a support network. That three-pronged path led me through 9,500 days as federal prisoner, number 16377-004. I concluded my prison term on August 12, 2013.  When I went into the prison system, I didn't know what to expect. My judge sentenced me to serve a 45-year sentence. I learned that if I avoided disciplinary infractions, I could conclude that sentence in 26 years. But that was a long time for me to contemplate. I was only 23 when I started, so I hadn't yet been alive as long as the system would expect me to serve.  What was the best possible outcome?  I didn't know at the time. But I started to think. Instead of dwelling on the time that I had to serve, I began thinking about the life I would lead when I got out of prison. How would society judge me? Would I be able to find employment? Would the decades I served in prison anchor me in a cycle of failure?  To put the length of time into context, take today's date. Add 26 years. Think of the challenges to maintain a high level of energy and a high level of discipline over that length of time. It's not easy to maintain a positive attitude while weeks turn into months, months turn into years, and years turn into decades.  By reading about others, I found a key to keeping a strong mental attitude. It begins with defining success. If we train our mind to see the best possible outcome, we can start engineering a new path. That path can lead us from where we are to where we want to go. To become successful, regardless of where we are, we need to define success.  I learned that lesson from Socrates. I was still lying in the Pierce County Jail awaiting sentencing when I read a story of The Crito. Socrates lived longer than 2,500 years ago. Back then, laws prohibited people in the elite class from teaching the poor. Yet Socrates believed that every human being had value. He willingly taught everyone. Despite warnings from authorities, Socrates continued to teach. Eventually, he was tried and convicted. Judges sentenced him to death.  At the time that I found the story on Socrates, I didn't have much of an education. I never would have read a philosophy book if I were not beginning my life in struggle. Yet when I read Socrates, I learned a great deal. I learned lessons that would frame my adjustment decisions through prison.  Socrates made principled decisions. Through him, I learned how to make principled decisions. Rather than run away like a coward from problems he created, Socrates said that he would stand and face his punishment. He would die with his dignity intact.  Socrates taught me to think differently. Instead of whining about problems that my own decisions created, I would need to take the punishment. I would need to figure out how I could get the best possible outcome.  I especially value Socrates' lessons on how to ask better questions. Many people have heard about the art of Socratic questioning. As I began to serve my lengthy term in prison, the questions I asked had a monumental influence on how I would adjust inside. As a young man going into the prison system, I felt as if my world was completely imploding. I was married, but my wife was divorcing me. All of the ill-gotten gains I received from selling cocaine were gone. I was starting a journey that would require decades in prison. I'd spend it alone, without any money. What would my life be like when I got out? That was a good question. It prompted me to think in terms of how my life would be if I didn't make some changes.  I learned to stop dwelling on my own problems. Instead, I began to focus on the best possible outcome. It's important to remember the qualifiers: “best possible outcome,” with the keyword being “possible.”  Obviously, I would have liked to get out. But getting out wasn't a possibility. My conviction carried a mandatory-minimum sentence of 10 years. The statute gave my judge discretion to impose a life sentence.  Regardless of what decision my judge made, I had to make better decisions. Since the law required my judge to sentence me to a minimum of 10 years, I had to think about that. What would be the best possible outcome in 10 years?  I began thinking about the people I would meet. The world would move on over a decade. I would be stuck in prison. If I didn't create a deliberate adjustment plan, after 10 years, I would only know other people who were in prison. And how would those people influence my future?  I hated being in prison. I mean I really hated it. I wanted out. But I couldn't get out. What kind of life would I have after 10 years if I adjusted to the ways of the prison? How would I talk? How would the words I chose influence the way that other people perceived me?  Unless I adjusted well while inside, I would face real problems when I got out. I wouldn't have any money. I wouldn't have a support network. I wouldn't have any work experience. I could get stuck in a cycle of failure unless I created a course of action that would lead to success.  By reading about Socrates, I learned how to introspect. I learned how to assess influences that led to my troubles. I was in prison because a jury convicted me for crimes related to selling cocaine. Yet in truth, my bad decisions began long before I sold cocaine. If I made better decisions, Socrates convinced me that I could get out of prison as a better man, with more opportunities.  Better decisions would begin by thinking about the people I would meet in the future. Or rather, thinking about the people I wanted to meet in the future.  If I were going to persuade employers to believe in me, what would they expect me to accomplish while I was in prison? That was one question I had to answer.  If I wanted more liberty from a probation officer, what could I do while in prison to influence his decisions? That was another question that I had to answer.  If I wanted to launch businesses in the future, how could I persuade customers to believe in me even though I'm a convicted felon? I had to overcome challenges for the rest of my life.  Those questions inspired me. They set me on the three-pronged approach that I described earlier in this introductory episode. I would work to:  Earn academic credentials. 2. I would work to Contribute to society in meaningful, measurable ways, and 3, I would work to Build a support network. Those three concepts became my compass. I tried to make every decision inside in accordance with those three principles. It's a strategy that Rick Warren later wrote about in his book The Purpose Filled Life.  Even from the depths of a prison cell, I could ask questions that would improve my outcome. I wanted the best possible outcome. For me, that meant being able to return to society successfully. Even if I served multiple decades in prison, I wanted to return unscathed. Regardless of how much time I served, I didn't want others to know by looking at me that I was once a prisoner. With that guidance from Socrates and others, I began to find my way. The strategy influenced the books I read. Strategy influenced the social network I developed, and every other decision I made while serving my sentence. As a result, I earned university degrees. I became a published author. I built a strong support network. I even got married to the love of my life, Carole. Work that I completed in prison allowed me to earn an income to support Carole.  When I finished my sentence after 26 years, I returned to society more than $100k in the bank. I could use those funds to launch my life.  That didn't happen by accident. It convinced me that success comes with good strategy. And good strategy is what my partners and I teach through the Prison Professors podcast. We teach a pursuit of excellence. And we show that if we could do it, anyone can do it.  I concluded my obligation to the Bureau of Prisons on August 12, 2013. A few weeks later, I began teaching as an adjunct professor at San Francisco State University. While working there, I began creating products and services to help improve outcomes of our nation's prison system. Those products and services now contribute to our company at PrisonProfessors.com.  Our clients include individuals who are going into the system. We also have contractual relationships with the Bureau of Prisons, the California Department of Corrections, the Washington State Department of Corrections, and many other large groups. Federal judges, federal probation officers, and U.S. Attorneys, as well as many law firms have purchased our products and services. We sell to the corporate sector, to sales organizations, and to anyone who wants to succeed after struggle.  It's a big market. Because regardless of where we are today, we all face struggle at one time or another in our lives.  If you research our team at Prison Professors, you'll see our authenticity. Both Shon Hopwood and Justin Paperny have my 100% confidence. And I consider it an honor to work with each of them. Each of us will work hard to prove worthy of your trust.  We look forward to revealing more through our Prison Professors podcast. Expect us to launch new episodes every day. We will publish show notes on our website at PrisonProfessors.com. When we conduct interview-style podcasts, to the extent possible, we'll record in both a video format and an audio format. You can watch the videos on our YouTube channel or on our website.  We'll ask you to support the Prison Professors podcast by subscribing to us on iTunes. If you choose to subscribe, please rate the show with the number of stars you deem appropriate. Leave us an honest review. Your reviews and subscriptions will persuade iTunes to increase our distribution. The more distribution we have, the more effective we will be at spreading the message on steps we can take to improve outcomes of America's prison system.  That is my story. In future episodes, opportunities will open for me to reveal more. Let me tell you what you can expect in the upcoming episodes. As I mentioned, episodes two and three will introduce you to my partners, Shon Hopwood and Justin Paperny. After that, we're going to present a series on how to master prison. Then we'll follow with interviews.  If you'd like to be a guest on our show, please reach out through Prison Professors.com. Check out our podcast link. And connect.

Show Notes for Verg 1:44 HowVerg started out biking and wrenching 3:15 USA Cycling Mechanics Clinic 5:25 Shimano Multi Service 5:55 Bike Shops where Verg Started out: Open Road Bicycles, Fat Tire Farm, Revolver Bikes, 21st Avenue Bicycles 7:45 Sea Otter Classic, Ironman Hawaii Race, Paris-Roubaix Race, World Cup Mtb Races, 9:18 Traveling and work life of a traveling bicycle mechanic 12:20 Wrenching during a race, effective attitude, getting and sharing parts and tools, cooperation with other teams. 15:20 Attitudes of community in mountain biking 18:15 Diamondback Bicycles 18:20 Kyle Thomas 18:25 Charlie Sponsel 20:50 The difference between a ladder and stairs 21:40 Is it easier or more difficult for tall people to do push ups 22:55 Working with pro riders 23:00 Kelly McGarry Canyon gap back flip at Red Bull Rampage 24:00 Carson Storch, Eric Porter 25:00 Redbull Rampage 25:50 Digging and building at Redbull with athletes 29:45 The multi-faceted job of helping a team achieve success 30:30 Flying with tools as a pro bike mechanic 31:20 Finding resources in strange places 32:30 AJ Johnson 32:54 Mountain Bike Suspension Design 37:40 Geographic influence of Mtb designs 38:30 Devinci Traveling Demo Program 39:30 “Quiver Killer” bike? 43:05 Devinci Django. Devinci Troy 45:10 Wheel size discussion; allowing 29'ers in Mtb Downhill racing 48:45 Tour de France Bicycle Weight Limits 59:20 Verg' role as a Devinci Bicycles demo specialist 1:00:45 Devinci owner, Felix Gauthier 1:04:20 Devinci Hatchet, “Gravel Bike” 1:11:10 Working with Slope Style Athletes and their bikes 1:12:47 Colorado Freeride Festival 1:15:00 Slope Style suspension purpose and design 1:19:00 BMX beginnings: Darren Berrecloth, Jill Kintner, Lars Sternberg, Matthew Slaven 1:19:40 NW Cup Casey Northern and Scott Tucker interview 1:20:00 Accessibility and Cost of BMX vs Mountain Bike riding 1:20:45 Does the rear shock help with boost on full suspension Slope Style bikes? 1:23:40 Full suspension slope style bikes for kids & shorter riders

Mtb Jumper Podcast on iTunes   Northwest Cup Scott Tucker and Casey Northern show notes NWCup.com 2017 NW Cup Pro Grt Race Results PDF Casey talks first, about the structure of the races, and some history about the NW Cup Scot comes in at 5:17 to talk about age and gender categories per USA Cycling structure and new categories for women and kids. 7:50 The NW Cup is attracting younger riders, due in part to bike manufacturers building better gear for them. 8:55 Race beginnings 10:40 Do they plan to expand to Enduro, Slope style…? Cascadia Dirt Cup mention: Trey Wilson. http://www.racecascadia.com/cdc 15:30 The NW Cup Formula 19:00 Scott's racing story 21:55 Casey wishes they would have given Enduro racing its “proper name” 23:10 NW Cup size and scope in the US 23:55 Life after NORBA 25:50 NW Cup is part of the national series called the Pro Gravity Tour http://www.usacycling.org/progrt 27:30 Pride of expert riders and attendance in The NW Cup 28:35 Canadian Mountain Bike Racers attendance 29:30 Race course locations and their history 33:15 Joe Prisel mentions 34:34 Race Course design, digging, who makes decisions about features… 39:40 Local people dedicated to digging and building trails and features for the races 47:15 Course features and design re classes 54:40 NW Cup Race Series Sponsors 100:27 Safety, injuries, course design to avoid… 104:20 Safety equipment requirements 107:20 How to win a mountain biking downhill race 111:40 Favorite gear, bikes... 120:00 Video suggestions about NW Cup Race Series. Kirt Voreis mention.