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Chet Scott joins us for something we don't do very often on Gravity: a returning guest. He's a leadership and development coach for some of the world's most influential people. After “waking up” in 1993, he set about pursuing his life's opus – something his organization, Built to Lead, strives to help everyone discover for themselves. Last time he joined the show, we explored how his upbringing led him to where he is today, but we didn't get into the personal health revolution he went through after a client convinced him that he was “skinnyfat.” Chet had been getting some bad data in health tests but was unable to figure out why. It turned out that, although you'd never know it to look at him, his relationship with sugar was causing him to have worryingly high glucose and blood pressure levels. He was pre-diabetic. In Chet's words, he had been a sugar addict who had used the substance to self-medicate.  Ever since then, Chet's been an intense follower of his health regime, prioritizing core workouts and fitness plans aimed at building longevity. That's why it was a total surprise when he suffered a heart attack in March, earlier this year. As the doctors put it, it was a one-in-a-million fluke that it happened, but it was also a one-in-a-million fluke that he survived. This completely reframed how Chet looked at the world and, now, he's even more focused on his life's work than ever before. Built to Lead is still about finding our opus. As Chet puts it, everything we do is work, so we should find our labor of love and do it right. What Brett asks: [02:10] How would you describe yourself and your work? [08:45] Do you think finding your identity is a life's work? [11:35] Can you tell us about the journey of health and discovery you went on after learning that you were “skinnyfat”? [17:00] What happened after your health journey? [27:00] Is it fair to say that your heart attack was a fluke? [35:00] You decided to get straight back on the horse after your heart attack, but did you take some time to reflect and experience gratitude first? [37:00] Tell me about your prayer at the hospital. [42:00] How do we get to a moment of truth from our words and actions? [49:20] Is there anything you'd like to get across to the audience based on your learnings? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://builttolead.com/about/ (Built to Lead) https://www.linkedin.com/in/chet-scott-0440559/ (Chet Scott on LinkedIn) https://www.amazon.com/BECOMING-BUILT-LEAD-DISCIPLINES-MASTER-ebook/dp/B08PNKX74S (Read: Becoming Built to Lead by Chet Scott) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Will Zell made his mark at an early age when he ran for a city council seat in his hometown of Bellefontaine, Ohio at the age of 17. He's since gone on to serve as Executive Chairman of Nikola Labs and as CEO of Zell Capital, which he also founded. Zell Capital was designed to open investment opportunities to all – not just the wealthy.  We look at Will's entire life, from his upbringing surrounded by maturity and female role models, to his early experiences in politics, and how they led him to where he is today. He believes that having an older-than-average father instilled a greater sense of maturity in him from a young age, as though he matured quicker than most to keep up. We also get to the bottom of how he built up a wealth of invaluable experience – all despite, as he says, being formally unqualified for every job he's ever had. He's living proof that outsiders with passion and belief in themselves can bring fresh ideas that rejuvenate their fields and how we should never dismiss people based on their background. From his early attempt to join the city council right up to his current work democratizing finance and making it accessible to all, it's clear that Will is ethically minded and intentional in all aspects of his life, so he's completely aligned with Gravity. His story should hold value for us all. What Brett asks: [00:01:05] Tell me about your early days. [00:03:00] Did you find the maturity of your older father helped you? [00:07:30] What were your siblings like? [00:10:20] What was it like having an older father as a child? [00:11:05] Where did your decision to run for a seat on the city council during High School come from? [00:17:30] Do you think you believed in yourself because you hadn't been conditioned not to? [00:19:20] Do you think you owe a lot to your parents' support? [00:22:30] Do you see value in failure as a way to learn? [00:33:00] Can you highlight some of your failures that led you to where you are today? [00:41:15] Can you tell us about Nikola Labs? [00:46:30] How did you transition away from Nikola Labs and into launching Zell Capital? [00:52:40] Tell us about Zell Capital and what you're doing. [01:00:00] Would you agree that it makes sense that you're helping democratize finance so that people who aren't rich have access to the same tools as those who are? [01:01:30] Do you think outsiders are better suited to jobs because of their unique viewpoints? [01:03:10] Any final thoughts? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willzell/ (Will Zell on LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/willlzell?lang=en (Will Zell on Twitter) https://e-leap.com (Entrepreneurial Leap) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Simeon Schnapper is a psychedelic philanthropist, futurist, and managing partner of JLS Fund, formed to aid investment in the booming intersection of science, technology, and neurology investigating the use of plant-based and psychedelic medicines to heal illness and enhance wellness.  Simeon initially found his way into a burgeoning career in the world of the performing arts, becoming a staple of the Chicago theater and improv scene, and even releasing a feature film, “Dot,” as a star-writer-producer-director in 2002. He taught thousands of students in his time as a faculty member of the Second City Conservatory. That list of achievements would be more than enough for most people, but Simeon was slowly drawn away from the arts in favor of work in the world of tech and business. He founded Youtopia, a highly successful engagement platform, as well as the world's first Visionary Art Gallery and Medical Marijuana Dispensary, and co-founded The Family Office Funding Challenge. He even spent time as President of The Hinman Foundation, a nonprofit focused on providing grants to community-based organizations, and now he works for the JLS fund, furthering their assistance and research in the field of psychedelic and plant-based medicines.  We start off by discussing Simeon's upbringing after being born to Peace Corp parents which set his early life up as a constant discovery and exploration across different countries and cultures. With that diverse foundation, a personal ethos of exploration and helping those in need became deeply ingrained in his belief system.  We also discuss the world of psychedelics and plant-based medicines, as well as how the associated social landscape has changed. It's still a volatile subject, politically; Simeon weighs in on the stigma and stability of the industry, as well as where anyone interested in the benefits of psychedelics can start their own journey to enlightenment. What Brett asks: [00:57] Let's start at the beginning. Tell me about your childhood. [06:15] What were you like as a child?  [08:20] Were you an entrepreneurial kid? [11:30] What was it about business that drew you away from your creative pursuits? [20:40] Was growing up with Peace Corp parents exciting? [23:00] Where did the freedom of your childhood lead you? [30:00] How do you feel about the notion that your entire life experience has fed into what you do now? [37:20] How does it feel to be doing good in an area that's so heavily stigmatized? [45:10] Do you worry that things in the area of psychedelics are changing so fast that it could all be shut down? [53:30] Where do you recommend people start with psychedelics? [58:20] Any final thoughts? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.jls.fund (JLS Fund) https://www.linkedin.com/in/simeonschnapper/ (Simeon on LinkedIn) https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/03/health/mdma-approval.html (The New York Times: “MDMA Reaches Next Step Toward Approval for Treatment”) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Nick Nanton is a multi-Emmy-award-winning documentary filmmaker and the Founder and CEO of DNA Films, through which he's produced countless works, including, “Dream Big: Rudy Ruettiger Live on Broadway,” a sell-out one-man show he wrote and directed. In Nick's words, he came from a childhood where he had “more love than he could spend, but money was scarce”. He soon learned that if he wanted something in life, he would have to be the one to make it happen. Learning a lifestyle of entrepreneurship from a young age, he's gone on to enact an intentional life of spirituality and manifestation – at one point, he Googled “How to win an Emmy.” He's since won over twenty of them.  Among his many tenets are that we must learn how to lose, and lose to learn. He also believes that we never stop learning – and that that fact is one of life's joys, infinitely exciting and personally fulfilling.  Nick is also the CEO of the Dicks + Nanton Agency, founded to help celebrities, entrepreneurs, and experts in their field put their best selves forward to the world. In this edition of Gravity, we discuss how anybody at all can set about achieving their goals simply by addressing their branding. As Nick says, “Branding is storytelling” and sharing our stories is the central philosophy of the Gravity podcast. What Brett asks: [01:30] Tell me about your childhood. [06:20] What was it like being a child in a family where money was an issue? [12:40] Do you think you're a natural hustler? [19:00] Let's talk tennis. [28:00] Tell me about going from law school into adulthood. [36:50] Why did you finish your law degree if you wanted to quit? [42:00] Connect how you went from graduation to present day. [52:10] How do you think you went and other people can go about gaining undeniable wisdom? [56:00] Do you have any advice for people doubting that they can achieve their dreams? [58:00] How do you continue to grow, learn, and provide value to the world? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://nicknanton.com (Nick Nanton's Website) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4479660/ (Nick on IMDb) https://www.instagram.com/nicknanton/ (Nick on Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicknanton/ (Nick on LinkedIn) https://www.amazon.com/Case-Didnt-Know-Nick-Nanton/dp/B07KWHYPY3 (In Case You Didn't Know with Nick Nanton) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

This week, we're joined by Rachel Friedman, the founder and CEO of TENFOLD: a cultural, strategy, and creative firm aiming to build brands from the inside out by leveraging what makes them special. Their award-winning solutions connect people to place in a meaningful way and they will soon be launching TENSPACE, a sister brand dedicated to creating physical showcases for brands and their stories. Rachel was aware of a sense of “not-enoughness” from a young age and harnessed it to live an intentional life. She identified the creative spark within her after discovering her passion for Interior Design at school. That energy combined with her longing for more to meld a high-achieving creative who's gone on to forge an extremely impressive career. She's now a three-time recipient of the Business First C-Suite Award for Most Admired CEO.   As well as exploring the steps in her life that led to where she is today, we get into all things creation, starting with recognizing the creative drive within us and knowing how to act on it. We also explore what qualifies as creation, the ways creativity can be utilized to help others, and our creative processes.  Then, we explore the more philosophical side of things such as the relationships we choose to maintain, how to give them our best, and the very nature of following our passions and drives.  What Brett asks: [02:10] Tell us a bit about your early life. [04:06] How did the early version of you form in childhood? [08:10] What was it like having two very different parents? [13:45] At what point did you recognize the desire for more instilled in you from a young age? [18:30] Tell us how you started to emerge as a creative within your career? [24:30] Do you agree that all forms of creation are valid? [28:00] How much of the hunger to become more than just a designer came from your childhood want for more? [34:00] What is your creative process? [38:00] What's it like being a CEO as a woman? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.tenfoldbrand.com (TENFOLD's website) https://www.linkedin.com/company/tenfold-brand/ (TENFOLD on LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/tenfoldbrand (TENFOLD on Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldbrand (TENFOLD on Instagram) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Joe DeLoss is a social entrepreneur who's focused on building transformational brands that leave a positive thumbprint on the planet. The owner and head fryer of Hot Chicken Takeover, Joe has been called “the best marketer in Columbus.”  Starting out as a humble pop-up, Joe generated such incredible demand backed by positive word of mouth for Hot Chicken Takeover, that the Kickstarter he launched to fund the purchase of a food truck raised over $63,000. Now, they have six locations. Joe calls himself a social entrepreneur for a reason. Hot Chicken is a fair chance employer that provides employment opportunities to those who are often overlooked, be it due to criminal histories or just a long gap in their employment history. At one point, over 70% of their workforce was made up of people who had been formerly incarcerated or affected by homelessness.  He states that the company employs anyone with “an orientation towards personal growth”, something that's reflected in the way he's lived his life. On today's episode of Gravity, we get into where that drive stems from and how Joe is driven to take action both for himself and for the world.  Joe is a spiritual person and takes us through his philosophies, from finding and fanning the flames of spirit in others to filling up our cups so much that they overflow into those of the people around us. It's an optimistic and in-depth conversation that I know you'll be inspired by. What Brett asks: [01:45] Tell me about your childhood. [07:20] What was it like dealing with hardship as a child? [12:20] Can you elaborate on the idea that you adopted a persona each time you joined a new school? [20:30] What drove you to be an entrepreneur at such a young age? [21:50] Did your entrepreneurial spirit continue into high school? [24:45] Did you see yourself being an entrepreneur after high school? [27:00] How did you shape an identity coming out of school? [35:00] How did pursuing coolness help or hurt you? [40:40] What led you to start Hot Chicken Takeover? [46:00] How does Hot Chicken Takeover fit into your life, spiritually? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://hotchickentakeover.com (Hot Chicken Takeover's website) https://www.joedeloss.com (Joe DeLoss' website) Hot Chicken Takeover on: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Chicken_Takeover (Wikipedia) https://www.facebook.com/hotchickentakeover (Facebook) https://twitter.com/ChickenTakeover (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/hotchickentakeover/ (Instagram) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Dr. Don Wood, PhD, lived an idyllic childhood with loving and supportive parents. It cultivated a sense of confidence and optimism that he's carried throughout his life. This high vantage point instilled in him an appreciation for the wildly diverse atmospheric conditions we all face, and how they make us unique in so many ways. After struggling to find a way to combat his daughter's Crohn's and his wife's autoimmune disease, he decided to dig deeper – past their symptoms, which had been the focus of conventional medical science. He eventually realized that their bodies were responding to mental and emotional trauma with a stress response that was destroying their immune systems. Our bodies aren't designed to experience the fight or flight response permanently, after all. This insight was the seed for something amazing. Leveraging his background in psychology and clinical counseling, he developed a system to address the problem: the TIPP method, which he's used to successfully cure not only his family, but help professional athletes, world record holders, and CEOs alike break through deeply held mental barriers that limit their physical and intellectual performance or well-being. He joins us on this edition of Gravity for a fascinating discussion of how trauma (or a lack thereof) shapes us, how sport is a wonderful tool for us to learn life's lessons, and the power of positivity when trying to achieve inner peace. We also hear his firsthand account of the creation of his TIPP program, how it fits into medicine as we currently know it, and how he's hoping to use it to help the world in the future. What Brett asks: [01:30] Tell me about your childhood. [07:00] What were your interests as a kid? [09:00] How do you feel about having such a nice upbringing now that you know how rough some people's are? [11:30] How do you feel about the notion of us being responsible for our choices? [15:50] Did you enjoy being able to play sports without carrying stress into your games? [17:05] Tell me about your experience of becoming a young adult. [23:00] Do you agree that sports are a good place to learn? [25:50] Tell me about the career you had prior to your current work? [27:00] Was the decision to leave your family business, in part, driven by the confidence and optimism of your upbringing? [31:30] What's it like to walk away from something without worrying about it? [34:40] Tell us about making the jump to your current career? [37:30] Tell us about the medical system today and the things that we don't know yet. [41:00] How did you find out what was medically wrong with your daughter? [44:05] How did you arrive at the techniques of your program? [46:25] What's next for you and the program? [48:30] Describe the processes that the program involves. [53:00] Tell us how this can be helpful to everyone. [58:00] Do you have any final thoughts? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.inspiredperformanceinstitute.com (Inspired Performance Institute) https://www.drwoodphd.com (Dr. Wood's official website) https://www.inspiredperformanceinstitute.com/books (Books written by Dr. Wood) https://www.drwoodphd.com/about-me (Dr. Wood's other podcast appearances) https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdonwoodphd/ (Dr. Wood on LinkedIn) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Elizabeth Brown was elected to Columbus City Council in 2015 and holds the office of President Pro Tempore. She's the executive director of the Ohio Women's Public Policy Network, a member of the Columbus Women's Commission, and serves on various committees, such as for the CelebrateOne Policy.  An accomplished writer, Liz initially pursued a career in journalism, working for WOSU Public Radio and being published by New York Magazine. Eventually, she realized that her work wasn't satisfying her life calling and decided to follow in her father's footsteps by turning her hobby of politics into a career. To this day, she maintains that writing is one of the most important and practical skills a person can have.  One thing led to another and she was able to turn her work as a Campaign Manager into a seat on the Columbus City Council, where she's now led the city through a pandemic and beyond.  Our conversation covers her entire life story, from the stressful early years through to her city council job and beyond as we get into what the future might hold – both for the city and for Liz. We explore her gratitude for her difficult childhood, we grapple with the idea of a politician as someone who serves popular opinion versus someone who makes independent decisions based on what they believe is right, and we examine the benefits of injecting fresh, outsider perspectives into organizations and groups where things have gone stale.  What Brett asks: [00:02:30] How did you get to where you are today? [00:05:10] Do you believe fresh, outside perspectives can be valuable in politics? [00:10:30] Let's go back to the beginning. Tell me about your childhood. [00:15:00] You talk about there being silver linings in the negatives of your upbringing but was that how you saw things at the time? [00:18:20] Did your parents maintain a good relationship after their divorce? [00:20:50] What were you like as a child once you started school? [00:23:55] Was your desire to follow in your dad's footsteps evident in childhood? [00:25:18] What was your mom's line of work? [00:28:00] What role have the arts had in your life? [00:29:50] What happened once you finished school and began thinking about your career? [00:35:20] What was your first job in the world of politics? [00:39:40] What was your path from campaign manager to being on the city council? [00:42:00] You spend so much time taking care of other people, how do you manage to recharge your own batteries? [00:46:30] Coming out of the pandemic, how are you finding your role as a leader in the city, today? [00:53:00] Would you say it's accurate that you have no separation between work life and personal life? [00:54:55] What does the future look like for you and for Columbus? [01:00:10] Any final thoughts? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://twitter.com/lizforus (Liz Brown on Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-brown-4a81903/ (Liz Brown on LinkedIn) https://lizforus.com (Liz for Us) https://www.columbus.gov/council/ebrown/ (Liz Brown at The Columbus City Council) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Jeff Krasno is the creator of both Wanderlust, a series of yoga-based wellness events, and Commune Media, an online platform for personal and societal betterment. Through his work, including weekly essays and hosting the Commune podcast, he has interviewed the likes of Deepak Chopra, Brendon Burchard, Russell Brand, and many more important voices. After a tumultuous childhood involving everything from a double life as an American abroad to a bout with a malignant tumor at just age 13, Jeff internalized the protective and restorative value of forging relationships and creating communities around himself. It's something he's continued doing to this day, though now, it's a conscious endeavor undertaken with deep purpose.  This week, Jeff, one of my dearest friends, joins us to walk through his life story and to explore how it led him to where he is today: one of Oprah's SuperSoul 100.  We discuss the modern obsession with identity and how it relates to the greater consciousness. We explore the importance of sharing relationships and building communities. We even get into Jeff's thoughts about the future. Jeff also explains how one simple trick can allow us to change our outlook and how we apply ourselves to building a better world: it's all about where we focus our attention. What Brett asks: [00:02:17] Tell me about your childhood. [00:06:14] Were you aware of how special your childhood was at the time? [00:18:44] How old were you when you moved back to the US? [00:19:20] In many ways, you lived double lives as a child. How did that shape you? [00:35:00] How did your childhood experiences shape you as you grew older? [00:47:20] You went from one extreme to the other in terms of popularity. How did that shape you, going forward? [00:51:30] How did you get into a more conscious state as you matured? [01:00:00] Would you agree that you have to be a part of a community in order to build one? [01:20:00] How do you feel about the future? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: http://www.jeffkrasno.com/commune-podcast (Jeff's podcast: ”Commune”) http://www.jeffkrasno.com (Jeff's website) https://wanderlust.events (Wanderlust events) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Rob Perkins was an accomplished Managing Partner of his family business, WestView Real Estate, when he decided to launch Senior Move Masters, a new venture designed to guide senior citizens and their families through the difficult process of moving home or joining a retirement community.  From a young age, Rob was concerned with the advantages he'd been gifted in life thanks, in part, to his family's emotional and financial support. While he was always grateful, his biggest fear remains growing arrogant with his success. In the latest episode of Gravity, he joins us for a stark exploration of the pros and cons of working with loved ones, the value of the mentors in our lives, and the difficulties in striking the right balance between humility and taking pride in our achievements.  He also tells us about his company, Senior Move Masters, a direct rebuttal to the troubles and stress Rob saw being afflicted upon seniors and their families as they attempted to navigate the hardships of moving in their later years.  What Brett asks: [01:25] Let's back up and start with your childhood. [05:58] Did growing up around toxic masculinity affect you? [09:23] Why did you feel bad about the advantages life gave you? [11:25] Were you a good athlete and what interests did you have outside of sport? [15:46] What did you do after leaving school? [16:40] What did you study? [17:30] Tell us about your first job. [22:20] Tell me about the experience of losing your mother. [24:12] Can you elaborate on the mentors in your life, their wisdom and their therapy? [33:24] As someone who strives for humility, is it possible that you undervalue your achievements? [39:00] How are you forging your own path, now? [47:48] Any final thoughts? To learn more about intentional living and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://seniormovemasters.com (Senior Move Masters) https://westviewfg.com/ (WestView) https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-perkins-58a16722/ (Rob Perkins on LinkedIn) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Stephanie Hightower is the former president of USA Track & Field, and current president and CEO of the Columbus Urban League, a community‐based, non‐profit advocacy organization. She is a four-time US champion in the 100 meter hurdles, a five-time US indoor champion in the 60 meter hurdles, and earned a silver medal at the 1987 Pan American Games.  In 1980, she qualified to represent the United States at the Moscow Olympics, but was unable to take part due to a nationwide boycott of the games. Instead of letting this setback define her, she continued onwards and became President of USA Track & Field, a member of the IAAF council, and she is currently President of Columbus Urban League, an organization dedicated to empowering African Americans and disenfranchised groups through economic, educational, and social progress.  Life wasn't always so distinguished for Stephanie, though. A military child, she lived in a variety of places growing up, and frequently  experienced the different forms of racism that came with each one. Just like the hurdles she built an athletic career jumping over, she didn't let adversity stand in her way and proved herself through her action and courage off the field, too. As a person of color, Stephanie brings a unique perspective to this week's edition of Gravity, where we go deep on the complex issue of racism in America, her personal experiences with it as a child, checking privilege, and code switching in the workplace. We take time to champion Stephanie's many achievements, illustrating how she's used her story and experiences to impact others, and exploring ways we can all become better people while living as our truest selves. What Brett asks: [02:30] We're going to start at the very beginning. Tell me about your childhood. [06:20] What were your parents like? [14:55] Tell me about how you realized you were fast enough to become an athlete. [17:25] Did you love being a hurdler? [18:35] What happened after you realized you could become an athlete? [25:10] What were your college years like, outside of sport? [32:25] What was it like being given such an incredible opportunity to travel the world and experience different cultures? [40:00] Is becoming an Olympian an amazing feeling? [42:45] How did it feel to have to boycott The Olympics in 1980? [44:20] What did you do after sports? [50:00] What's leadership like today? [57:45] Is it useful to be a scrappy outsider? [1:02:30] What do you tell people about how we can all come together as a society? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.cul.org (Columbus Urban League) https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-hightower-2b0265146/ (Stephanie Hightower on LinkedIn) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephanie_Hightower (Stephanie Hightower on Wikipedia) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Jordan Reeves is the Founder and Executive Director of VideoOut, an organization dedicated to producing LGBTQ+ stories, content, and programs to educate the world about the LGBTQ+ community and how to best advocate for it. Jordan has written for Huffington Post and created LGBTQ+ inclusive content for major brands including Hulu, Verizon, P&G, and AARP, and they've even given a TED talk. Jordan's belief that stories are a powerful tool that can connect the entire world is completely aligned with the mission of Gravity. We learn about their religious upbringing in Hueytown, Alabama, and the moment (or lack of) when they realized they were queer, trans, and non-binary.  Jordan's parents love them but acceptance isn't something they've arrived at yet. We explore how Jordan has made their peace with this for the sake of maintaining their relationship, as well as the everyday struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community, and the idea that we should look beyond the categorization of gender. We also touch on the importance of gifting our stories to the world, the support hearing other experiences can provide for those of us in need, and the way that hearing about other people's lives can normalize and cultivate acceptance across the planet.  What Brett asks: [01:30] Let's dive right into your childhood. [08:30] Can you elaborate on the idea of knowing who you were from a young age? [17:00] How did you come to accept your parents' views about who you are? [24:55] Would you say that society conditions people to believe they're something that they're not or that they just hide their true selves? [30:20] What happened to you once you became a teenager? [38:40] How did you break away from your religious beliefs at the time? [45:00] What happened after you left for New York, through to the present? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: http://www.videoout.org (VideoOut) https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieljordanreeves/ (Jordan Reeves on LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/danjorree/?hl=en (Jordan Reeves on Instagram) https://twitter.com/danjorree?lang=en (Jordan Reeves on Twitter) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Scott Simon was a meek and timid and fearful child. His withdrawn personality led to him being bullied and finding himself isolated and lonely. Though his loving family only had the best intentions, they perpetuated his behavior instead of pushing him to grow and overcome his anxieties. While at college, Scott stumbled upon the quote, “Do one thing a day that scares you,” and thanks to having found his people, he started to push himself a little bit each day. He graduated with a newfound spark for life and decided that, from then on, he would live life only ever saying “yes” to the opportunities presented to him, no matter how scary they were.  This led him to become a “happiness entrepreneur,” building businesses designed to improve the lives of everyone around them. He founded Scare Your Soul, the USA's first happiness incubator with a mission to inspire the world to grow into their best selves through the ignition of fear. Overcoming what scares us takes courage and courage is a wonderful quality to cultivate. Thanks to Scare Your Soul, Scott has done everything from marrying couples to running parades to giving a TEDx talk and he continues to spread his message through all the means he can – his latest of which is appearing on Gravity. In this episode, we discuss the power of music and the importance of finding our people. And, of course, the main focus is on our fears, how we can decipher between the ones that exist for a reason and the ones that are only going to hold us back, and how we can use being scared as fuel to drive ourselves to become better people, every single day. What Brett asks: [00:02:50] Let's start at the beginning. Tell me about your childhood. [00:06:20] Were you naturally shy and withdrawn or was it something you learned? [00:14:40] What was high school like, being so scared of interacting with others? [00:19:40] Tell me about the role of music in your life. [00:24:00] Mentorship and the arts are two very large parts of your life. How do you think they combine and work together? [00:28:50] What did you do after leaving high school? [00:31:30] What was it like to finally find your people? [00:36:30] How did you go from being scared to embracing the fear of the unknown? [00:44:28] You mentioned the philosophy that you never really graduated. Tell me more about that. [00:50:18] Your bio refers to you as a real estate developer, a happiness entrepreneur, and the founder of Scare Your Soul. Tell me more about these three things. [00:57:40] How are things unfolding for you, now? [01:04:01] Any final thoughts? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://scareyoursoul.com/ (Scare Your Soul) https://www.facebook.com/scareyoursoul/ (Scare Your Soul on Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/scareyoursoul/?hl=en (Scare Your Soul on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMeCLBO9ws0 (Scott's TEDx Talk: “Happy by Design”) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Kaitlin Mogentale, founder and CEO of Pulp Pantry, was a model student and, despite a healthy admiration for her more mischievous peers, was a high-achiever who studied and earned good grades at school while voluntarily taking on whatever extra-curricular activities she could. Attending a Women in Science event sparked her passion for the subject and sent her down the path of searching the world for its problems and solutions. The first major problem she identified came while interning with The Garden School Foundation, an L.A. non-profit that provides schools with gardening and cooking classes. Through her work for the organization, she became aware of just how many people are living their lives with a dire lack of access to healthy, nutritional food. The second big problem became clear, one day, when she watched her friend juice a carrot. They were about to throw the solid, vegetable leftovers away, and Kaitlin was immediately struck by just how much quality food is constantly being wasted as discarded pulp. She saw a way that the two problems could be united, solving each other in the process, and Pulp Pantry was born: a food manufacturer with the aim to cultivate nutritious and sustainable food options for future generations. Kaitlin came from a loving, stable family and, to this day, she’s filled with gratitude for the upbringing they gave her. It’s, perhaps, this gratitude that makes her sense of social responsibility so strong and makes her so driven to find ways to improve the world, two problems at a time. In this episode of the Gravity podcast, Kaitlin joins us to discuss the inspirations and motivations behind her successful, ethical venture. What Brett asks: [01:26] Start at the beginning: tell me where you came from? [05:55] How was your family life, growing up? [13:20] Why do you have so much gratitude for your upbringing? [17:50] What was it about science that inspired you? [21:00] Where did your sense of social responsibility come from? [27:50] After you developed an interest in science, what happened next? [34:35] Did you ever wonder what your path in life was going to be? [42:00] What were the steps between your studies and launching your business? [48:40] Tell the listeners about your company, Pulp Pantry. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://pulppantry.com/ (Pulp Pantry) https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlinmogentale/ (Kaitlin Mogentale on LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/pulppantry (Pulp Pantry on Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/pulppantry/?hl=en (Pulp Pantry on Instagram) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Mikey Sorboro is a natural-born entrepreneur. His story isn’t one of overcoming childhood adversity or trauma to grow into something remarkable. He simply worked hard, made astute observations about himself and the world around him, and was never scared to take the plunge into launching a business that fit the basic needs of consumers. While driving minicabs as a young man, Mikey’s late-night passengers would routinely ask him where they could buy pizza by the slice. The answer was: nowhere. Yet. The gap in the market soon widened into a canyon of opportunity and Mikey started spending his taxi profits on buying up restaurant equipment. With energy and effort, Mikey was able to transform a humble pizza shack into a vibrant, animated space called Late Night Slice: a pizzeria and iconic local food brand that elevates its community. In this episode, we dive into an exploration of authenticity and our collective ability to weather hardships, both personally and as they relate to brands and business. Late Night Slice is as authentic as eateries get, with humble origins and a sincere passion to create something that adds to the culture and world around it. The business has survived COVID and Mikey believes it has emerged stronger than ever before. There are currently six locations, with more on the way, so it sounds like he’s right. If you weren’t planning on pizza tonight, you are now. What Brett asks: [01:42] Let’s start at the beginning. Tell me about your childhood. [04:44] Did you have an entrepreneurial drive at a young age? [08:55] What were your creative outlets growing up? [11:06] I’m curious about your parents.  [15:58] What happened once you left for Ohio State University? [19:45] What gave you the courage and conviction to leave college? [23:35] Was there an idea that you took your early jobs to gain experience or were you just enjoying yourself? [35:45] What sets your business, Late Night Slice, apart from everything else? [41:44] How important do you think authenticity is when creating something? [45:50] How do you account for the issues that arise when expanding a business? [49:38] How involved are you, personally, in the decisions being made as your business scales up? [50:20] How did COVID impact Late Night Slice? [53:35] Are licensed franchises part of your business plan? [54:30] Speaking as a father, how do you see your personal life playing out over the next 20 years? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.latenightslice.com (Late Night Slice’s Official Website) https://twitter.com/LateNightSlice?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Late Night Slice on Twitter) https://www.facebook.com/latenightslice/ (Late Night Slice on Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/latenightslice/?hl=en (Late Night Slice on Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikey-sorboro-4aa50b64/ (Mikey Sorboro on LinkedIn) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

In early 2016, Achea Redd was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. Her initial attempts to hide it from the world only created a shame spiral that made things worse and, eventually, she suffered from a full mental breakdown. Once she acknowledged the situation with her loved ones and sought out treatment from mental health professionals, she finally started to heal. As part of her journey to wellness, she launched a blog, allowing her to share her feelings and experiences with those who needed to hear them. The response was overwhelmingly positive and, so, she followed the blog by creating Real Girls F.A.R.T., an organization that empowers women to become their best, most authentic selves. We were lucky enough to talk to her in episode #66 of the Gravity podcast, where she bares all about the struggles in her upbringing and how she’s been able to find strength for herself and others in times that are uncertain in more ways than one. Achea is still healing, but she’s found assisting others to be a wonderful stepping stone on the road to her own recovery. We can all learn something from her story. What Brett asks: [04:40] Let’s start at the beginning: tell me about your childhood. [08:20] What is the felt experience of being a child whose father has a different public and private persona? [20:50] Looking back on your childhood, how do you feel about your father? [24:50] What are your thoughts about the notion that families should adhere to a set of social norms? [30:00] How did you find growing into a teenager and a young adult? [36:30] Tell me about your struggles with the shame spiral that you experienced? [40:35] Do you think healing should happen parallel to advocating for others to heal? [44:10] Do you look back on your life and see how it served you on your journey to where you are, now? [49:30] How do you live with uncertainty and a lack of conclusion? [52:00] Speaking as a black woman, how has your mental health been affected by the events of the past year? [56:20] Tell us about the work you’re doing and how we can support you. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://achearedd.com (Achea Redd’s Website) https://www.instagram.com/achearedd/?hl=en (Achea’s Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/Realgirlsfart/ (Real Girls F.A.R.T. on Facebook) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

We meet Howard Getson, CEO of Capitalogix, a company that implements cutting-edge A.I. in the creation and management of hedge funds. He shares the four stages of A.I. application in business and how he believes the technology will change and shape the future, both in the corporate landscape and in our day-to-day lives. There are countless inspiring messages to take from Howard’s story, from using businesses as a force for good, to the desire to leave the world a better place. What Brett asks: [03:20] Tell me about your upbringing. [08:05] Where did your entrepreneurial spirit come from as a child? [25:30] How have leadership tools made you better at business? [30:00] How were you shaped by the childhood death of your brother? [38:30] And how did that affect your parents? [42:00] What goals did you commit to during your college years? [47:20] What can you tell us about your use of A.I. in the world of hedge funds? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: Text “gravity” to 972 992 1100 to receive free access to Howard Getson’s Weekly Newsletter http://wc.capitalogix.com/optin (Or simply subscribe to the Newsletter Here) https://capitalogix.com (Capitalogix Official Website) https://blog.capitalogix.com/public/ (The Capitalogix Blog) https://www.linkedin.com/in/hgetson/ (Howard Getson on LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/hgetson (Howard Getson on Twitter) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Ilya Bodner is the founder of numerous start-ups and has a unique perspective on innovation. A first-generation Uzbek immigrant, Ilya set his sights on achieving the American dream while paying his way through Ohio State University. His entrepreneurial spirit, one instilled in him as a child, hasn’t slowed down. He joins the Gravity Podcast to discuss his business philosophies, what fuels his passion and his three rules for launching a new company.  What Brett asks: [03:25] Tell me a little bit about your childhood and what shaped you in early life. [06:15] What memories do you have of moving to the United States? [09:55] What was this period in your life like for your parents? [13:10] Was America what you expected at age 10? [22:20] Where does your entrepreneurial spirit come from? [26:45] Tell me a bit about your first entrepreneurial outings. [30:40] How was your college experience? [39:00] Do you prefer launching new business ventures or running operations once they’re established? [48:10] What would you say are the biggest learning experiences that led to you founding Bold Penguin? [52:40] You’ve achieved the American dream. Does it live up to expectations and what’s your next goal? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.boldpenguin.com/about (boldpenguin.com/about) https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilyabodner/ (linkedin.com/in/ilyabodner) https://twitter.com/ibodner?lang=en (twitter.com/ibodner) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Alex Frommeyer, known by many as Fro, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Beam Dental, a digital-first provider of dental insurance for businesses in over 40 states. Fro started Beam Dental with Alex Curry and Dan Dykes in 2012, applying their collective passion for solving problems to the fragmented and analog dental industry. With multiple dental professionals in both his immediate and extended family, Fro used real life feedback and insight to guide Beam from an apartment in Louisville, Kentucky, to over 200 employees and 5,000 clients. Fro is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist. What Brett asks: [02:43] Let’s start at the beginning. [05:18] Do you think you were born creative or was it a product of your environment? [16:42] How did your parents impart the value of things and how did you carry that into adulthood? [19:56] What led you to engineering school? [30:44] How did you develop the ambition to make an impact? [42:02] How did Beam form? [01:01:07] How did you get comfortable with doing things differently? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.beam.dental/ (beam.dental) https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfrommeyer/ (linkedin.com/in/alexfrommeyer) https://twitter.com/alexfrommeyer?lang=en (twitter.com/alexfrommeyer) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Bruce Griffin Henderson is an author and the Chief Creative Officer of SmileDirectClub, the next generation oral care company. From touring musician, to author, to cancer survivor — he’s seen a lot and learned even more in his life. Each stop along the way has contributed to his unique perspective on the world, leaving him with an appreciation for the journey and allowing him to de-emphasize the outcome. What Brett asks: [06:18] Tell me about how the music really grabbed you. [12:10] Was music your calling? Was it necessary to lead you to your calling? [16:10] Have you been able to let go of attachment to outcome? [19:10] Is there something valuable about really letting go? [22:40] You mentioned a life event as a catalyst for change. Can you elaborate on that? [27:23] In hindsight, how do you view the experience of having cancer, and needing to switch careers to get insurance? [34:20] What was it like to be in Austin in the late 70s and early 80s? [41:15] Let’s talk about your writing and your work today. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: http://www.brucegriffinhenderson.com/ (www.brucegriffinhenderson.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/bhendersonnyc?lang=en (@BHendersonNYC) Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/brucegriffinhenderson (www.linkedin.com/in/brucegriffinhenderson) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Andrew Baildon is a 2x Olympic swimmer (1988 & 1992) from Australia, making his first team at just 16 years old. In 1990 he won multiple gold medals at the Commonwealth Games in Auckland, shooting him to stardom in Australia. In 1996, along with his wife Karen, opened the Andrew Baildon Aquatic Centres. They now have 60 swim instructors teaching over 5,000 swim lessons a week in Queensland. Andrew is also currently on the Board of Directors at Swimming Australia. 00:00 Intro 00:15 Destro Swim Towers 00:45 Swimnerd Virtual Scoreboard 01:16 Big Influence on Brett 02:00 Australian sprinting history 03:00 1988 First Olympic 50m 03:15 Matt Biondi 05:25 What was sprinting like in 1988? 10:35 Commonwealth Games Auckland 14:00 Be In The Moment 15:30 Denis Cotterell Hitchhiked to 1988 Trials 22:00 What Brett learned from Andrew 24:30 Losing his sister, Kate to breast cancer 25:40 Met wife Karen, created a swim school 28:30 What does it mean to be on the board of Swimming Australia? 29:30 Moving the sport forward 31:30 International Swimming League 32:30 Cody Simpson 34:45 COVID in Australia 37:00 His own kids swim Enjoy! Destro Swim Towers: use code "brett" at checkout to save $150 per double tower! Connect: Find | Brett Hawke On Instagram @hawkebr on Twitter @insidewithbh On Facebook @insidewithbh Find | Andrew Baildon On Instagram Subscribe & Listen: Apple Podcasts Google Spotify YouTube Produced by: SWIMNERD Supported by: Fitter & Faster --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brett-hawke/message

Debbie Penzone has a distinguished resume as a salon industry innovator, community leader, author, philanthropist, and lifestyle expert. She is passionate about wellness and inspiring others to live their fullest life, and integrates those principles into the business. When not leading a team of hundreds as President and CEO of Charles Penzone Incorporated, you can find her cooking up a new recipe, laughing with her husband, or on a yoga mat. Debbie had a skin disorder in middle school. She would sometimes get made fun of because of it, making her feel not pretty. The lessons that experience taught her helped make her the woman she is today — with a different perspective on what society says is beautiful. When she went to cosmetology school, she didn't judge people for their appearance on the outside. What was most important was understanding who they were on the inside, a thread she’s continued throughout her life. What Brett asks: [01:41] Start at the beginning. [11:22] What were some of your first hustles? [14:29] When did you start thinking about cosmetology? [20:49] Tell me about the path to PENZONE [25:41] How did you go from an entry-level position to CEO of PENZONE? [35:36] How did you prove to people you could run the company? [44:12] How did yoga become a part of your life? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.penzonesalons.com/ (penzonesalons.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiepenzone/ (@debbiepenzone) Read: https://www.amazon.com/Debbies-Club-Discovering-Beauty-Girls/dp/0578087200 ("Debbie's Club: Discovering My True Beauty for Girls") Read: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-About-You-Secret-Success/dp/1400202264 ("The Truth About You") Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fvZHEndZKt19GXnmQAzOn?si=fM1JtG4OQJSCBxNEgrDsig (From The Outside In) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Rob Dube started his first business in high school selling Blow Pops out of his locker. For the last 30 years, he's served as the CEO and co-founder of imageOne, ranked as one of the Top 25 Small Businesses in America as a Forbes Small Giant. Rob has guided the company with a focus on their purpose: To deliver genuine care that consistently drives extraordinary energy, actions, and experiences to everyone, every day, every time. Recognizing the benefits that meditation brought to all areas of his life, he sought to share it with others while debunking most people's misconceptions surrounding the practice. He started his leadership retreat, donothing, and wrote a book about his own experiences transforming his life. What Brett asks: [01:35] Let’s start at the beginning. [12:50] Did you feel like you were labeled as a kid? [22:10] What led you to decide you wanted to be in business? [31:11] Let’s talk about your early marriage. [39:16] What role has meditation played in your life? [45:45] Tell me about donothing and how this has emerged as an important part of your life and work. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.donothingbook.com/ (donothingbook.com) https://www.linkedin.com/in/robdube/ (linkedin.com/in/robdube) https://twitter.com/robddube (twitter.com/robddube) Read: https://www.donothingbook.com/book/ ("donothing") Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Regan Walsh is an author, a keynote speaker for Fortune 500 companies such as Freddie Mac, Nike, Intuit, and JPMorgan, and an NYU-certified coach who focuses on helping women who are over-programmed and underwhelmed to reclaim their lives, both personally and professionally. She contributes to Harvard Business Review and Forbes and Fast Company, nbc.com, Today, and Real Simple have all featured her work. Regan is located in Columbus, Ohio, and coaches people from all over the world. Regan is also the first return guest to Gravity. In Episode 2, she and Brett shared a vulnerable story about their history and early careers. Both have evolved — in their careers and as people — and now Regan is excited to talk about her new book, https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Boss-Trust-Shoulds-Create/dp/1544518730/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1F46VQOA7ZLKZ&dchild=1&keywords=regan+walsh&qid=1616438418&sprefix=regan+%2Caps%2C446&sr=8-1 (“Heart Boss.”) What Brett asks: [02:33] Why Regan had to write “Heart Boss” [08:01] Can you give people context into how you’ve followed your gut in your life? [18:27] Can you tell the story about the vacation you took with your dad? [29:04] How can people learn to ask for what they need? [31:57] How have you developed a love for solo vacations? [40:37] What have you learned through practicing Muay Thai? [44:46] What was the journey like to publish your book? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://reganwalsh.com/ (reganwalsh.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reganwalsh_lifecoach/ (@reganwalsh_lifecoach) Twitter: https://twitter.com/reganwalsh (@reganwalsh) Read: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Boss-Trust-Shoulds-Create/dp/1544518730/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1F46VQOA7ZLKZ&dchild=1&keywords=regan+walsh&qid=1616438418&sprefix=regan+%2Caps%2C446&sr=8-1 (“Heart Boss”) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Susan McPherson is a serial connector, angel investor, and corporate responsibility expert with more than 25 years of experience in the field of marketing, public relations, and corporate responsibility. In 2013, she founded McPherson Strategies, a communications consultancy focused on the intersection of brands and social impact, to provide storytelling, partnership creation, and visibility to corporations, NGOs, and social enterprises. Susan is also the author of https://www.thelostartofconnecting.com/ ("The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships") — and this book is, in many ways, a tribute to the memory of her mother, who tragically passed away too early. Long before the term was coined by internet marketers, Susan’s mom was a serial connector. She didn’t have social media, but she did have a telephone and a manual typewriter. And if even just 10 people buy and read the book, Susan will be happy to have honored her — although I think it’ll probably touch a few more people than that. What Brett asks: [04:05] What was it like growing up feeling like an “other” because you were Jewish? [08:45] What happened to your mother and how did it impact you? [14:24] What did you do next? How did that eventually bring you to writing your book? [18:25] How did you eventually choose to deal with the pain? [21:35] Can you elaborate on your service work and angel investing? [29:53] Why https://www.thelostartofconnecting.com/ ("The Lost Art of Connecting?") [33:41] Let’s talk about “Gather, Ask, Do” To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.thelostartofconnecting.com/ ("The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships") by Susan McPherson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanmcp1/ (@susanmcp1) http://www.mcpstrategies.com/ (McPherson Strategies) https://modernloss.com/ (Modern Loss) Support: https://give.unrefugees.org/ (UN High Commission for Refugees) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

After fleeing an abusive relationship, becoming a single mom, and nearly losing everything, Alaina Shearer rebuilt her career by learning digital and tech. In the span of just five years, she climbed from making $8 an hour to running a small business that generates nearly $2 million per year in revenue.  In 2016, Alaina created a national network for women in digital and tech, now called https://www.togetherindigital.com/ (Together Digital), where she fought fearlessly for equal pay and opportunity. Then, in 2020, she continued to fight for positive change as a congressional candidate for Ohio’s 12th district. Today, she’s hooked on bringing more good to the world by building lasting movements for purpose-driven brands through https://goodisnow.com/ (Good Now), an agency dedicated to doing good and accelerating the speed of positive change. What Brett asks: [05:10] Let’s start at the beginning [11:15] What was it like growing up with these strong, loving, entrepreneurial influences? [16:40] Tell me a little more about the mental health challenges that your mother was struggling with. [24:18] What was it like coping with the grief of losing your father? [35:25] How did life start to unfold as a young adult? [38:22] What drove you to start over in your career? [42:55] Were you married when you started your business? Where did you get the strength to leave an abusive relationship? [53:18] We should live life, have our experiences, and use them for our benefit and for the benefit of others. Right? [56:30] Tell us about your run for Congressional office. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: Twitter: https://twitter.com/alainashearer (@alainashearer) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alainashearer2020/ (@alainashearer2020) | https://www.instagram.com/alainashearer_/ (@alainashearer_) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alainashearer/ (www.linkedin.com/in/alainashearer) https://goodisnow.com/ (Good Now) https://www.togetherindigital.com/ (Together Digital) https://www.alaina2020.com/ (Alaina Shearer for Congress) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Award-winning architectural designer Curtis Moody has a prosperous 48-year career driven by passion to break into a field with little minority representation. Today, Moody Nolan is the largest African-American-owned-and-managed architectural firm in the country, and the firm's designs have received more than 330 awards, more than any other minority architectural firm in the United States. Curt continues to use his success to help others serving as a role model for others to continue to work toward their dreams. What Brett asks: [02:30] Let’s start at the beginning. What was your early life like? [05:25] What was it about building buildings that you were attracted to? [11:18] How did your parents feel about you wanting to be an architect? [13:35] You got a lot of pushback. Nobody is telling you that you can do what you want to do. But you keep saying that they’re wrong. Where did you get the strength and conviction to keep going? [27:10] When you embrace the full you, there’s something even better that emerges… even if it’s not what you planned. [29:45] So, how did you end up doing what you were told you couldn’t do? [36:00] Let’s talk about the vision that you had for your business. [36:50] What were the obstacles trying to break into this field as a Black man? [51:25] What is it like working alongside your son? [54:57] In Moody’s TEDx Talk, he shares his battle with cancer and his work on The Legacy House Project. What was it like to share that story? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: http://moodynolan.com/ (moodynolan.com) Watch Moody’s TEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/curtis_j_moody_faia_the_legacy_house_project_rethinking_how_we_build_affordable_housing (“The Legacy House Project: Rethinking How We Build Affordable Housing”) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Steve Wartenberg is a veteran journalist who currently works as a freelance reporter in Columbus. He also writes for the James Cancer Hospital at The Ohio State University and hosts The James Cancer Free World podcast. Steve is also an avid cyclist — some might even say he's an obsessed cyclist — who has written several e-books about biking in France and has ridden in Pelotonia, a three-day cycling fundraiser in Central Ohio to support cancer research every year since 2008.  I’ve known Steve for a while, but this is my first opportunity to interview him, and I was thrilled to have this opportunity to dig into his life, “The Incident” and how he’s used meditation and yoga to help him heal, and his work at The James Cancer Hospital. What Brett asks: [02:00] What were your early days like? [07:55] What were you like as a kid? What early interests guided you, even if you didn’t know it at the time? [10:13] How did things start to unfold for you at college? [15:35] How did you decide that journalism is what you wanted to do? [21:30] Tell me about a stand-out story or experience that really touched you. [29:33] What brought you to Columbus? [33:20] How does it work in a newspaper? Do stories get assigned do you? Do you have a say in which things you run with? [39:05] Where did cycling come into your life? [42:02] Let’s talk about “the incident” [49:00] How have you turned to meditation and yoga to heal? [52:00] Tell me a little about your work at The James Cancer Hospital To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevewartenberg (@stevewartenberg) https://urbanzen.org/ (Urban Zen) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

James Chapman is the Founder and CEO of Plain Sight, a social networking platform for like-minded people to connect with each other in virtual and physical spaces. But this wasn’t his first foray into intentional networking. In 2015, he began an evening workspace for side hustlers to collaborate with each other, which led to the idea for his current startup. In 2017, he started and ran Detroit Demo Day, which has since provided over four million in funding to small businesses throughout the City of Detroit, the majority of which have been minority and women-owned.  What Brett asks: [01:45] What was it like for you as a young chap? [12:54] How did you learn to get a hold of the less productive behaviors that were modeled for you as a kid, without losing the behaviors that can help? [18:35] Tell me about your sister and your mom [27:08] Was it always basketball? What energized you in this early stage of your life? [32:30] What happens after you start dipping your toe in the entrepreneurial world? [38:45] Tell me about working with Dan Gilbert. [41:40] What has this last year been like for you? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: Check out the https://www.plainsight.app/ (Plain Sight App) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwrotethehustle/ (@iwrotethehustle) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iwrotethehustle/ (linkedin.com/in/iwrotethehustle/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/iwrotethehustle (@iwrotethehustle) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Magdalena De La Cruz Cook Garcia, or Magie Cook for short, is an immigrant and entrepreneur who was born in an orphanage in Mexico, growing up in poverty along with 68 brothers and sisters.  With $800, she started Maggie’s All Natural Fresh Salsa’s & Dips, a company she grew into a multi-million dollar business before selling it to Campbell’s in 2015. Soon after, she went back to Mexico and helped save 31 orphaned children who were on the verge of falling into drug cartel hands. And now, she’s dedicating her professional life to helping others create breakthroughs and inspiring them to live better, more fulfilling lives. What Brett asks: [02:10] Let’s talk about your early childhood, growing up in an orphanage. [11:50] Do you think your belief and hope came as a result of your experiences? Or was that a gift you were born with? [13:25] What was it like having someone express concern and care for you, but having the abuse happening at the same time? [16:44] What was that dynamic with 68 brothers and sisters? [21:55] How did you arrive at believing in a place of love? [31:15] Let’s shift to your life in the U.S. [37:45] Tell us about your journey with Maggie’s Salsa. [46:40] Now what? What are you doing with all of the success that you’ve had? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://magiecook.com/ (magiecook.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magiecook/ (@magiecook) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/magiecook/ (linkedin.com/in/magiecook) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Cindy Salas Murphy is the founder and CEO of https://www.withhealth.com/ (WithHealth), a San Diego-based company that combines precision health with telemedicine to make access to specialty physicians affordable and immediate. Cindy has more than 20 years of experience leading transformation in healthcare for hospitals, medical groups, and as an entrepreneur with a successful exit.  Her outcomes include the growth of a startup to more than one billion under management and improved patient safety, quality service, and growth, all while also reducing cost and optimizing productivity levels.  What Brett asks: [01:45] What was your early life like? [04:00] When was your mother disabled? [08:48] Tell me more about your early family life and the courage, and strength, and connection between your parents. [11:17] What happened as you started growing up? What kind of person are you? What are you interested in? And how is kind of your family dynamic shaping that? [23:35] Tell me a little bit more about the career that led you to your calling. [32:48] What is WithHealth and how is that going during the pandemic? [35:53] Tell me about the experience of writing the business plan on the plane. [48:30] How about being in the telemedicine business when COVID hits? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.withhealth.com/ (WithHealth) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindysalasmurphy/ (linkedin.com/in/cindysalasmurphy) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Claire Coder is a 23-year-old serial entrepreneur, a member of the Forbes 30 Under 30, and a proud college dropout. Claire started her first business, a promotional products company, at age 16. In just two years, she was able to grow the business to employ eight independent distributors, sell in boutiques across the Midwest, and sell internationally online. That sparked her passion for building companies and led her to dropping out of college to launch https://www.goauntflow.com/ (Aunt Flow). Headquartered in Ohio, https://www.goauntflow.com/ (Aunt Flow) ensures every bathroom outside the home is stocked with freely accessible menstrual products. Four years of grit and hustle has positioned https://www.goauntflow.com/ (Aunt Flow) to sell to hundreds of companies and schools, raise venture capital from top firms, and give back 500,000 menstrual products to people in need.  What Brett asks: [03:40] How old were you when you started selling beer to construction workers? [07:25] What are the childhood experiences that shaped you? [20:25] Connecting the dots from Claire’s perspective on death to creating a brand centered around menstruation. [24:47] Is the education system really measuring how capable people are? [40:02] Tell me about how you were hustling to pay the bills after dropping out of college. [48:25] Tell us about how you got the idea for Aunt Flow and the early days of the business. [51:25] How did you adapt and sustain your business during the pandemic? [01:00:12] Can you talk about the future of Aunt Flow? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.clairecoder.com/ (www.clairecoder.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clairecoderofficial/ (@clairecoderofficial) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairecoder/ (www.linkedin.com/in/clairecoder) https://www.goauntflow.com/ (www.goauntflow.com) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Lisa Cini is known as the leading Alzheimer's and long-term care design expert in the United States and has been widely recognized for her contributions in the field. She's the Founder and CEO of Mosaic Design Studio, Best Living Tech, and the Infinite Living Collaboration, all focused on design products and technology that help people move from fear to freedom as they face the challenges of aging. Lisa is also the author of https://www.lisamcini.com/books (“The Future is Here: Senior Living Reimagined,”) https://www.lisamcini.com/books (“Hive: The Simple Guide to Multigenerational Living,”) and the recently-released bestseller https://www.lisamcini.com/books (“Boom: The Baby Boomers' Guide To Leveraging Technology So That You Can Preserve Your Independent Lifestyle And Thrive.”) What Brett asks: [04:15] What was your childhood like? [09:43] What’s it like growing up when you feel like an outsider? [19:13] So what happened as you started feeling smarter than everyone else? And how did you find your way back? [35:34] What is your unique ability? [45:35] Talk about what you’re doing with the Columbus Woodland Manor Mansion. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://www.lisamcini.com/ (www.lisamcini.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisacini/ (@lisacini) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacini/ (linkedin.com/in/lisacini) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.m.cini/ (facebook.com/lisa.m.cini) https://www.lisamcini.com/books (“The Future is Here: Senior Living Reimagined”)  https://www.lisamcini.com/books (“Hive: The Simple Guide to Multigenerational Living”) https://www.lisamcini.com/books (“Boom: The Baby Boomers' Guide To Leveraging Technology So That You Can Preserve Your Independent Lifestyle And Thrive”) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Kathleen Griffith’s passion is to help female entrepreneurs start their own companies and architect the life of their dreams, a passion she discovered after quite a few twists and turns. A self-described “totally accidental entrepreneur,” Kathleen is a self-made successful business woman and a leading voice in the women’s space. She is the owner of the female-focused marketing consultancy Grayce & Co, which works with Fortune 500 brands and media companies, and she also funded and founded Build Like a Woman, a global platform providing inspiration, tools, and community for women to rise and thrive in all aspects of their businesses and lives. What Brett asks: [06:39] Clearly, you were drawn to business from a young age. Do you think it's just how you were born? [12:30] What is your definition of performance and where did you get your drive? [22:15] How did society shape the decisions you made early in your life? [25:50] Did those experiences where you were living a “pretend life” ultimately end up serving you? [31:00] Tell me about when you started feeling your purpose gnawing inside of you and decided to chase it. [49:00] Tell me about what else you’re up to now that you’ve become unleashed To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://buildlikeawoman.com/ (Build Like a Woman) https://www.grayceco.com/ (Grayce & Co) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-griffith-86826919/ (linkedin.com/in/kathleen-griffith-86826919) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Does your work have purpose? Brett spent much of his early life doing things that had a superficial purpose, such as going into banking to impress his girlfriend’s parents. He spent the next 11 years in the corporate world not feeling inspired, and not really knowing that he could feel inspired, having never seen that modeled to him as a child. At Kaufman Development, their mission is to build high design communities around impact, creative expression, and wellbeing—doing our part to change the world. Not only would his company fulfill his passion, it would create communities that made it easier for others to connect to their passion. Gravity is the evolution of all of that. There are elements of Brett’s childhood—walking into the art room for the first time, discovering the smoker’s pit—that have informed the way it was built. It’s a residential space, an office space, and a co-living building where they will tackle affordability and community; it’s the experiential aspect of real estate pushed to tenfold. It’s hard work to face your fears, to be courageous, and do something that’s inside of you. If it wasn’t, more people would do it. It’s the few who do that make it possible to ignore how much it costs to go after it. Seeing people’s lives change as a result of the work you put in makes everything worth it. What Brett asks: [00:00] Kaufman Development’s purpose [03:30] The role of meditation in the business world [06:12] What Brett’s working to improve about himself [07:25] Creating something that makes a difference in people’s lives [11:00] Whether or not Brett has any regrets [13:36] The challenges of talking about purpose beyond profit [15:46] The role Kaufman Development will play in the next decade of Columbus’ development [17:20] How Brett thinks of leadership development [25:06] The partners who’ve resonated with him To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Gino Wickman is one of the most prolific and impactful thought leaders in the entrepreneurial space, teaching and inspiring countless people through his books, the https://eosworldwide.com/ (Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®)), and now, http://e-leap.com (Entrepreneurial Leap), a resource to help entrepreneurs-in-the-making get a huge jump-start. What Brett asks: [02:33] Tell us about the beginning of your story. [05:00] Tell me about living in nine cities by the age of 10. [10:05] Why couldn’t you connect with school, instead choosing to be rebellious? [19:28] How did your early jobs start to pull on the threads of your passion? [30:50] Tell me about your experience in therapy and how your life and work evolved from the work you did in therapy. [42:54] How did Landmark Forum serve your experience of transformation? [51:05] How did Entrepreneurial Leap come to be? [58:24] Can you speak to the role of mentorship? [01:02:52] Can you explain more about your collaboration model? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: Take the Free https://e-leap.com/assessment/4 (Entrepreneur-in-the-Making Assessment) Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg1fRlytBObtuIIAa46B_cg (Entrepreneurial Leap on YouTube) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/46178885-entrepreneurial-leap (“Entrepreneurial Leap: Do You Have What It Takes to Become an Entrepreneur?”) by Gino Wickman https://www.amazon.com/Celestine-Prophecy-Adventure-James-Redfield/dp/0446671002 (“The Celestine Prophecy”) by James Redfield Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Chet Scott and his team at https://builttolead.com/ (BUILT TO LEAD) are leadership and development coaches for some of the most influential leaders across the City of Columbus and abroad. Chet's journey started when he left CompuServe after 20 years and started working with influential leaders; he discovered his life's opus and began his builder's journey. His content, style, writing, and approach to leadership is real, raw, and direct. And in his own words, “he's a friend to a few and a truth teller to many with a true love for the work he does.” Chet is also my builder and has been my coach for close to 15 years now, and he has been incredibly influential in my work, my life, and how Gravity came to be what it is today. At BUILT TO LEAD, their goal is in the name: they’re builders. They build individuals, teams, and leaders with the aim of oneness — because oneness is the heart of high performance, whether that be for you in your individual life, or you in your company, or you in your family.  What Brett asks: [02:45] What was growing up like? [11:35] Where did your belief and confidence come from at such a young age? [15:35] How did you change throughout high school and college? [18:25] You are an avid learner now, but you weren’t always. Why were you disinterested in this earlier stage of your life? [23:50] What role did spirituality have in your young adult life? [31:02] Tell me about falling in love in college. [34:20] Tell me about your first job (spoiler: this is a great story). [45:37] Share a little bit about your CompuServe days and what you learned working there. [58:24] How was the Center for Creative Leadership a catalyst for starting BUILT TO LEAD? [01:10:05] What is BUILT TO LEAD and why is it unique? [01:18:45] Tell us about the practice of writing and the experience of writing your upcoming book. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://builttolead.com/ (BUILT TO LEAD) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chet-scott-0440559/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chet-scott-0440559/) http://ccl.org/ (Center for Creative Leadership) https://www.ypo.org/ (YPO) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Scott Donnell is a serial entrepreneur who has dedicated his life to both physical and mental health — a holistic approach to hacking the human experience.  He is the founder of https://apexleadershipco.com/ (Apex Leadership Company), a fitness and fundraising program for schools. Apex has raised $75 million for schools and has 116 franchises and three million customers, as well as http://myfirstsale.com (myfirstsale.com). Most recently, Scott joined the biotech world as the CEO of Hapbee. http://hapbee.com/ (Hapbee) specializes in hacking the body and mind using ultra-low frequencies. You can use the device to feel alert, calm, relaxed, sleepy, or focused, just to name a few. Hapbee hits the market in March and has the potential to be what https://www.strategiccoach.com/our-team/#/people/dan-sullivan/ (Dan Sullivan) from https://www.strategiccoach.com/ (Strategic Coach) calls “the next consumer-generated revolution.” What Brett asks: [01:30] Tell me about your early days, how your early childhood was shaped, and your family dynamics [05:15] What was it like having to be the man of the house early on, as your family had to focus on your sister’s health problems? [08:20] Was being a protector and provider an instinctual thing? Or did this experience with your sister make you that way? [14:50] What was your life like in high school and college? [19:55] How did feeling seen as you were growing up help you develop confidence? [24:30] Tell me about what you’ve done as an entrepreneur and with Apex Leadership Company [29:00] How do you manage your time when you’re involved with so many different things? [34:40] What is Hapbee and how did you arrive at this idea? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: http://hapbee.com/ (hapbee.com) http://myfirstsale.com/ (myfirstsale.com) Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-donnell-0335b011/ (linkedin.com/in/scott-donnell-0335b011) https://myfirstsale.com/podcast/ (Young Grit podcast) http://familybrand.com (Familybrand.com) https://www.strategiccoach.com/ (Strategic Coach) https://www.orsh.net/ (The One-Room Schoolhouse) https://www.eosworldwide.com/ (EOS - Entrepreneurial Operating System) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Jason Barger is a globally celebrated author, speaker, and consultant and the creator of The Step Back from the Baggage Claim movement. Jason is committed to engaging the minds and hearts of people in order to strengthen leadership, culture, clarity of mission, visions, and values — a culmination of his life experiences, from growing up in Egypt to going on a Christmas adventure to help tear down the Berlin wall to spending seven days in seven cities without leaving an airport. What Brett asks: [02:30] What was your early life like? [07:45] What was it like growing up in Egypt, Portugal, and Berlin? [10:40] How did those experiences abroad impact you? [13:15] Tell us more about your experience in Berlin and helping to tear down the Berlin Wall. [22:50] How did playing basketball help form you? [24:50] Were you wired to lean into leadership? Or was it developed by your experience? [31:40] Where did you learn to combine work and play? [37:50] Tell the story of when you quit your job of 10 years to go on an adventure. [48:40] Let’s talk about Thermostat Cultures To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://jasonvbarger.com/ (Jasonvbarger.com) Listen: https://jasonvbarger.com/the-thermostat-with-jason-barger-podcast/ (“The Thermostat with Jason Berger”) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonvbarger/ (https://www.instagram.com/jasonvbarger/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonvbarger/ (facebook.com/jasonvbarger/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonvBarger (@JasonvBarger) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonbarger/ (linkedin.com/in/jasonbarger/) Read: https://jasonvbarger.com/motivational-books/ (“Step Back from the Baggage Claim”) Read: https://jasonvbarger.com/motivational-books/ (“Thermostat Cultures”) Read: https://jasonvbarger.com/motivational-books/ (“ReMember”) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Losing half your relatives, losing your mother, losing your father, getting diagnosed with cancer yourself: that’s not an easy path to walk as a young adult. Jonathan Dwoskin was forced to grow up real early, real fast — and, along the way, he managed to find support and develop some tools that allowed him to not just overcome trauma but literally save his life. Listen to learn how therapy, meditation, and breath can be used as transformative tools for any person. It might be a lot simpler than you think, and there are few things as impactful as meditation that you can do for free in just a few minutes a day. What Brett asks: [02:40] How did the unconditional love from your family in early childhood affect you? [05:15] Tell me more about having to start adulting as a young teen [16:20] What was it like having to live two lives: the young, happy kid and the somber, exhausted adult [18:35] What was the spiritual part of your household and upbringing?  [20:20] How did meditation save your life [29:30] How can meditation be part of your work and your life (and how can you package  it in a way executives will accept)? [36:00] What did you choose to do with your life after overcoming such extreme trauma and health problems? [43:05] Getting what you do into alignment with who you are [50:00] What other tools are part of your practice? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://jondwoskin.com/ (jondwoskin.com) https://jondwoskin.com/the-think-big-movement/ (“The Think Big Movement”) by Jon Dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ (@thejondwoskinexperience) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin (facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin) Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdwoskin (@jdwoskin) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ (linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin) https://dayoneapp.com/ (Day One Journal App) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

How do you do something that’s never been done before? It’s a difficult question to answer, no matter what problem you’re trying to solve, but Jordan Davis has managed to pull it off over and over again, from kickstarting the Smart Columbus initiative to incepting Can't Stop Columbus. Jordan also went through a unique and traumatic adolescent experience that helped shape her perspective and instilled in her a drive that very few people have: for every year from 9th grade to sophomore year in college, she lost someone important to her. It was incredibly traumatic, but coming together with her community gave her much-needed support — and it taught her that all you need to solve a problem is community buy-in and support. What Brett asks: [08:15] How did growing up surrounded by unconditional love help shape your life? [14:50] From 9th grade to sophomore year in college, you lost someone important to you every year? [18:45] When experiencing tragedy as a kid, did you allow yourself to feel it or were you spiritually bypassing? [22:33] Tell me more about the experience of distrusting faith after being raised religiously [33:10] How do you get such a clear vision of what needs to happen and then actually make it happen when what you’re trying to do hasn’t been done before? [39:30] How difficult is it to get people on board to make things happen that have never happened before, especially as a young woman? [45:17] Let’s talk about the Columbus Partnership and Smart Columbus [56:55] What does the future look like for Jordan? [59:15] Tell us a little bit about Can’t Stop CBUS To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: http://cantstopcolumbus.com (Can’t Stop Columbus) http://smart.columbus.gov (Smart Columbus) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-davis-96116310/ (linkedin.com/in/jordan-davis-96116310) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Kary Oberbrunner, CEO of Igniting Souls, is an author, coach, and speaker who helps individuals and organizations clarify who they are, why they're here, and where they're going so they can become souls on fire, experience unhackability, and share their message with the world. He shares the story of how he began to self-harm, what it took to finally confront that, and what unlocked for him when he found the courage to share that story with the world. What Brett asks: [01:20] Can you tell us about your early childhood days? [05:29] How do you feel about this part of you that wants to show up as an entrepreneur? [12:56] What was it like to love people but struggle with this learning disability? [16:20] What was your inner critic saying to you? [25:00] Where did your healing begin. [31:41] Was your mask a part of you or was it just to hide the real you? [37:21] How did you learn to let the entrepreneur in you come out? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: https://gravityproject.com/ (gravityproject.com) Resources: https://unhackablebook.com/ (unhackablebook.com) https://karyoberbrunner.com/ (karyoberbrunner.com) Read: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F1XRYWT (“Your Secret Name”) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kary.oberbrunner/ (@kary.oberbrunner) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karyoberbrunnerauthor/ (facebook.com/karyoberbrunnerauthor) Twitter: https://twitter.com/karyoberbrunner (@karyoberbrunner) Gravity is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media).

Brian Bogert is a human behavior and performance coach who teaches clients to leverage self-awareness and intentionality to become the most authentic version of themselves: Who they already are. Brian helps executives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and growth-minded individuals learn this transformative approach that cultivates perspective, motivation, and direction to help them align their lives with their true purpose and defy their own expectations. He teaches not just to accept change, but to embrace pain in order to avoid suffering. Brian learned the wisdom of resiliency through his own early experiences with pain: When he was just seven years old, Brian’s left arm was severed in an automobile accident. Instead of succumbing to suffering because of the injury, he fully recovered and flourished with a reattached arm, and he learned early how to move beyond what happened to him by creating an intentional mindset. What Brett asks: [02:12] Can you tell me a bit about your early childhood? [06:57] Can you tell us a bit more about your family? [12:07] What happens after the accident with your family? [18:28] What was it like getting back on your feet after surgery? [21:53] What parts of you do you credit to the accident versus what’s in your DNA? [26:07] What is your faith? [29:51] What starts to emerge in your life as a young adult? [38:02] Can you tell me about jumping into the corporate world out of college? [45:30] Did you jump from your business into coaching full time or was there a transition? [50:56] What are you involved in now? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: brianbogert.com (https://brianbogert.com/) Instagram: @bogertbrian (http://instagram.com/bogertbrian) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-brian-bogert-companies (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-brian-bogert-companies/) nolimitsprelude.com (https://www.nolimitsprelude.com/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Before we can start leveling up, we have to go back and look at who we are at our core — and that can be a long process that requires a lot of work. Brett has spent a lot of time in therapy and coaching to get to the root of himself so that he can learn to create from his highest and best self, but it’s a journey that never really ends. We were all born pure of one divine energy, whether that’s God or the Universe or something else entirely, but the idea is the same: We have a purpose. And then, somewhere along the way, life happens and throws us off course. Everything that happens to us—our parents, societal pressures, traumas—sink in and take us away from that purpose. We need to get back to the core of ourselves to rediscover our purpose and chart our own path. What Brett talks about: [00:22] How therapy is relevant to leveling up & the chamber of commerce [01:00] We were all born with a purpose… and then life happens [02:04] The programming we pick up as kids [03:12] Finding out what truly matters [04:00] Creating community [06:27] Learning to love your life and work [08:01] Going all-in on Gravity [10:10] Investing in people To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Instagram: @gravitycolumbus (http://instagram.com/gravitycolumbus) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Krystopher Scott (he/him/his) is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder and managing partner of Billion Or Bust Ventures, where their goal is to inspire a billion diverse businesses to become billion-dollar enterprises. He also co-founded Two Cent Sports, a sports media company aiming to tell sports stories and amplify the voices of athletes through the lens of Black culture. What Brett asks: [01:37] Can you take us back to your childhood? [06:28] What was it like to be a child in your family unit and how did you feel about the lessons you picked up? [13:31] How did you become so clear on who you were at such a young age? [22:53] What was the silver lining in transitioning as late in life as you did? [25:16] What has it been like going through the hardships of being underrepresented? [31:56] What was it like to transition at the age of 26? [35:23] What are you doing now? [39:31] How do you see these emerging media in a way that isn’t beneficial for humanity? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: 2centssports.com (http://2centssports.com/) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/krysdash (https://www.linkedin.com/in/krysdash) Instagram: @krysdash (https://www.instagram.com/krysdash/?hl=en) Twitter: @krysdash (https://twitter.com/krysdash) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Glenn Parker is a former NFL offensive lineman and one of a few select players to have played in five Super Bowls. He retired after the 2001 season, shifting to be an analyst on the NFL Network's “Playbook” and the main college football analyst for the CBS College Sports Network's “The AFL on NBC. Now he’s transitioning again, and this time he’s bringing things full circle by becoming a coach and passing on the lessons he’s learned from his own coaches and mentors. What Brett asks: [01:59] Can you tell us about your early childhood? [07:47] How did you find your confidence and self-awareness? [13:13] How did that chip on your shoulder serve you or hold you back? [18:01] How did you get into college football? [24:51] What’s it like to be in the NFL? [29:00] What was your first Super Bowl like? [33:11] What was it that turned you into a leader of the locker room? [42:13] What are you doing now? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Twitter: twitter.com/kcgp62 (https://twitter.com/kcgp62?lang=en) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/glenn-parker-1a667a28 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-parker-1a667a28/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Content Warning: Suicide Christy Whitman is a transformational leader, celebrity coach, and law of attraction expert, as well as the two-time New York Times bestselling author of “The Desire Factor,” (https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Desire-Factor/Christy-Whitman/9781582707594) will be released in April 2021. Christy shares the story of how growing up with an older sister struggling with addiction led to discovering how to grieve and process emotions, and ultimately to the discovery of meditation and how we can choose our own thoughts to create our own reality. What Brett asks: [01:42] What was your early childhood and upbringing like? [03:43] How old were you when you became aware of your sister's addiction? [09:03] How did your sister’s addiction shape you at that time? [15:43] Did you ever understand what was beneath your sister’s addiction? [21:30] What is the process your family goes through to heal from this experience? [27:16] How did you learn to process your healing so well? [32:40] How do you choose your own thoughts? [42:34] How do you introduce people to meditation? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: watchyourwords.com (http://watchyourwords.com) christywhitman.com (https://www.christywhitman.com/) Instagram: @christywhitman1 (https://www.instagram.com/christywhitman1/) Read: “The Art of Having It All” (https://www.amazon.com/Art-Having-All-Unlimited-Abundance-ebook/dp/B00T58GJ1M) Read: “Taming Your Alpha Bitch” (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00723UQP2/) Read: "Quantum Success" (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CL5RBG6/) Pre-Order: “The Desire Factor” (https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Desire-Factor/Christy-Whitman/9781582707594) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Dr. Jen Welter is a ground-breaking, barrier-busting force of nature. She’s a trailblazer, sports pioneer, pHD, passionate leader, world-renowned speaker, entrepreneur, and source of inspiration around the globe. She tackled her football career with fearless tenacity and an unprecedented track record of pioneering firsts, building on her remarkable career in women's football that included two gold medals with team USA, four world championships, and eight all-star selections. Dr. Jen busted into the men’s game as the first female running back signed to a men's professional team. Blending her passion for the game with a powerful, unique communication style, she broke through the biggest boys club of all—the NFL—as the first female coach in the league. Jen shares the story of how her winding, often difficult path led to where she is today and how her belief in herself always allowed her to make one more step into the impossible. What Brett asks: [02:23] Can you tell us about your childhood? [06:49] How did your personality take shape when you were young? [21:47] When did you decide football was the thing for you? [29:17] How did you navigate playing football while other people made it so hard on you? [38:00] How do you get from your low point to breaking into a new high point? [45:11] How hard was it playing in a male-driven business? [49:29] What does the future look like for you? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: jenwelter.com (https://www.jenwelter.com/) instagram.com/welter47 (https://instagram.com/welter47) linkedin.com/in/welter47 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/welter47/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Michael Redd has been building, developing, and investing in tech-focused startups since he retired from the NBA in 2013. After 12 seasons as a professional basketball player, both in the NBA and the Olympic US team in 2008, Michael has continued a strong drive towards excellence in his focus on venture off the court. Hear him tell the story of his childhood, what led him to the NBA, and how he’s working with his wife to remove the stigma around mental health. What Brett asks: [03:45] What was it like to grow up in the Hilltop as a preacher’s kid? [08:09] How young were you when you started getting into athletics? [12:09] What role did your mom play in your life? [25:04] Can you tell me about the Ohio State journey? [31:15] What was the transition like from Ohio State to Milwaukee? [36:02] What helped you get through the fame and success of the NBA? [42:35] What was it like deciding to step out of the NBA? [46:43] What was it like getting into a completely new career? [50:26] What are you excited about in the mental health and technology space? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: michaelredd.com (https://michaelredd.com/) instagram.com/michaelredd_ (https://www.instagram.com/michaelredd_/?hl=en) twentytwo.ventures (https://twentytwo.ventures/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

While working with teens struggling with addiction, John Kim discovered a common thread shared by the people he worked with: no one had a dad. As he put it, “We live in a fatherless nation.” From there, he developed a passion for creating dialogue with other men and started a blog called The Angry Therapist, where his blunt and authentic insights quickly built him a cult following. He practiced transparency and shared his personal story, which was extremely counter-cultural in the therapist space. He made a name for himself by seeing his clients out in the real world—at coffee shops, on hikes, or at the gym—places where life happens. He quickly built a coaching team of his own and launched a sister company called JRNI to change the way people change their lives. He shares how, through several iterations, he found the direction his voice had always told him to go, and how he turned that into a platform that allows him to be himself and help others. What Brett asks: [02:24] How did your early childhood shape you? [07:12] How did pop culture help you find yourself? [17:01] How did your striving for attention start to unfold in your life? [20:08] What happened at the end of your marriage? [30:57] Did you ever get addicted to success in the same way you were seeking it out as a kid? [34:32] What is the difference between coaching and therapy from your perspective? [46:12] What’s fueling you right now? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: theangrytherapist.com (https://www.theangrytherapist.com) @theangrytherapist (https://www.instagram.com/theangrytherapist/) facebook.com/theangrytherapist (https://www.facebook.com/theangrytherapist/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Nicole Winhoffer is a global fitness artist, health expert, and entrepreneur known for her creative workout philosophy, which has played a leading role in shaping some of the strongest bodies in the entertainment industry. Nicole created the revolutionary NW Method, a total body wellness formula that transforms energy into strength through chakras and movement.  Born in New York City, Nicole’s dance background allowed her to make her Broadway debut at the age of 17, performing in productions such as “42nd Street,” “Bombay Dreams,” and “Wicked.” She danced and trained with icons including Madonna, with whom she developed the Hard Candy fitness brand. She also served as creative director of the Addicted to Sweat program, which catapulted Nicole onto the global stage. Listen to hear the incredible story of her childhood, dedication, and journey to health and wellness icon. What Brett asks: [02:07] Can you tell me about your early childhood and family life? [04:33] How did dance show up in your life?  [10:14] How does Broadway end up weaving its way into your life? [19:36] How did dance give you faith? [23:10] What is your practice of spirit? [28:35] How did you just believe that you would be able to learn to sing? [34:33] At what point did you take dance into the business world? [43:40] Where are you now during this time? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: nicolewinhoffer.com (https://www.nicolewinhoffer.com) @nicolewinhoffer (https://www.instagram.com/nicolewinhoffer/) facebook.com/nicolewinhoffer.athlete (https://www.facebook.com/nicolewinhoffer.athlete) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

David Meltzer is the co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and the former CEO of the Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which served as the inspiration for the movie “Jerry Maguire.” His life’s mission is to empower over one billion people to be happy, a simple-yet-powerful mission that has led him on an incredible journey to provide one thing: Value. What Brett asks: [01:37] Can you tell us about what jumps out from your childhood? [09:32] How did your relationship with your environment, your mother, and your siblings affect your life? [12:40] What was the impetus to start going to law school? [16:53] What gave you the courage and clarity to take a different path from the obvious one? [21:33] Are there some drawbacks from being risk-averse or should you be mitigating risk? [25:59] Can you talk to me about the stage in your life where you get involved with sports and internet marketing? [46:37] What is it like returning to success and how are you fulfilling your mission to empower a billion people happy? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: dmeltzer.com (https://dmeltzer.com) sports1marketing.com (https://sports1marketing.com) linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Yohannan Terrell, otherwise known as Yogi, is an award-winning marketing professional. He excels in developing and implementing impactful campaigns and strategies built for success. A graduate of The Ohio State University, Yogi has used his education in psychology to apply to his understanding of perception and human behavior as it relates to engagement. This has translated into multiple awards for innovation and impact in the branding industry. His experience overcoming the limitations of his upbringing led to him dedicating his life to making waves and more purposefully making the connections that he happened into. What Brett asks: [03:41] Can you tell me about your early childhood? [21:24] How did you manage all of these traumatic events with such maturity? [34:48] What was it like being a young father while in college? [42:32] How did you get into your career and begin thriving as an entrepreneur? [52:17] Can you share with us about BLK Hack, FlyPaper, and everything else you have a hand in today? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yohannanterrell (https://www.linkedin.com/in/yohannanterrell/) Instagram: instagram.com/bigbizyogi (https://www.instagram.com/bigbizyogi/?hl=en) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Lindsay Stencel has been in venture capital for nearly 15 years. She is a partner at Thompson Hine running the VC and merging companies group in Columbus, Ohio, where she focuses on growing venture capital and increasing capital access, generally for entrepreneurs across the midwest. She worked her way up the ranks to become one of the first female venture capital partners in the state of Ohio. After a traumatic experience in her childhood, Lindsay leaned into overachievement to distract herself from her discomfort. But she later learned, after reaching a deep level of depression, that she needed to find a balance between achievement and personal fulfillment. What Brett asks: [02:43] Can you tell me about your early life? [09:13] How did being an overachiever run your life for the next period of your life? [13:37] Did you have a sense at a young age that there were unique challenges about being a woman? [16:42] What do you do with that overachieving time of your life and how does it propel you forward? [26:05] How did you start moving forward from your depression? [31:21] What has your experience been in the male-dominated venture world? [35:11] How are you taking the energy to achieve into things that are really important for the world? [41:27] What does the future look like for you going forward? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: The W Fund: www.wrule.vc (http://www.wrule.vc) LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lkstencel/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lkstencel/) www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/karas-stencel-lindsay (https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/karas-stencel-lindsay) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Ken Jordan is the co-founder and editorial director of Lucid News. In 2007, he co-founded the consciousness network Evolver and it’s online journal, Reality Sandwich, which he edited until 2019. At Evolver, he produced podcasts, live events, and online courses with many of the leading figures of the psychedelic movement, and in 2016, Ken co-founded the companies botanical dispensary The Alchemist Kitchen in Manhattan. From a childhood steeped with political activism and culture to an adult life in business and politics, riding the waves of change, Ken has learned to devote his energy to the areas which see the most potential for radical, real world change. As we see some of those changes starting to take shape, Ken continues to be a source of news, information, and a channel for communication in the movements of today. What Brett asks: [02:16] Tell me about your upbringing and your early days [08:18] What did it feel like having members of the counterculture movement in your home? [14:20] In your young adult life, how do you start engaging with that movement? [20:27] What was your work like? [29:20] What did you start doing with your desire for cultural change? [33:53] How did you continue to play in the media space while maintaining your voice? [47:50] Can you tell us about Lucid News? [55:50] How are you viewing this time and some of the similarities between other political movements? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: lucid.news (https://www.lucid.news) instagram.com/lucidnewspsychedelics (https://www.instagram.com/lucidnewspsychedelics/) evolver.net (https://evolver.net) realitysandwich.com (https://realitysandwich.com) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Kim White is a track athlete who had won national and international titles, and he was training for selection in the 1992 Australian Olympic team when he noticed that, despite every other factor in his training and regimen being controlled, his performance could change depending on the hotel room he slept in the night before the race. He realized that the environment could have a positive or negative impact on his race performance. As a kid, he always loved gradual improvement, but when he started shooting for the Olympic medal, he overextended himself and injured himself. He shares the lessons he learned from that experience, how it led to a fascination with the mind-body connection, and how he uses this knowledge to help people heal. What Brett asks: [02:49] Can you share about your early childhood experiences and how that informed your life today? [10:40] How did your life start to change after your father had his tumor removed? [13:34] How did running play a role in your healing process? [17:47] What did your coach do to make you so successful in just six weeks? [19:56] What was the experience of being on the Olympic team? [22:53] How did not making the team end up being such a valuable learning? [29:26] Can you talk about how you’ve taken this learning and become a coach yourself? [36:44] How are you working now with people? What is your total offering and coaching practice? [40:43] How much do the plan and the execution match up with the physical? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more: kimwhitecoaching.com (http://kimwhitecoaching.com) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Bob Roth is one of the most experienced and sought after meditation teachers in the US. For nearly 50 years, Bob has taught transcendental meditation to many, many thousands of people. He’s the author of the New York Times bestseller “Strength in Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation” (https://stillnessbook.com) and the CEO of the David Lynch Foundation, a global non-profit which has taught meditation to more than one million at risk adults and youth in 35 countries. When he saw Robert Kennedy speak at the Civic Auditorium he saw a path to creating a better world — and four days later, Kennedy was assassinated. Bob went to college from that point with a desire to become a Senator and change the world. He originally believed the way to change the world would be through legislation, but it wasn’t until he was exposed to the idea of transcendental meditation that he saw a true path to healing and change. What Brett asks: [01:31] Can you tell us about your early childhood and journey? [04:26] Can you elaborate on what it was like to grow up in the Bay Area? [09:15] What was it like being at Berkeley in the 60’s? [14:15] Can you talk about how meditation came into your life? [24:21] How do you make sense of how these things show up in our life? [33:36] How was working with people of high influence been important to you? [36:49] What are you doing with your foundation in tackling trauma? [46:26] Can you talk about what you are seeing going on in the world? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more: stillnessbook.com (https://stillnessbook.com) davidlynchfoundation.org (https://www.davidlynchfoundation.org) Instagram: instagram.com/davidlynchfoundation (https://www.instagram.com/davidlynchfoundation) Twitter: twitter.com/meditationbob (https://twitter.com/meditationbob) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Juan Alvarez teaches conscious leaders how to gain control over their emotional state so they can lead with intention and peace, bringing trust and prosperity to their organizations. A former executive and entrepreneur of over 20 years, Juan is also a certified professional coach through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching. He shares the story of his childhood growing up in Spain, his dream of becoming a guide, and how he achieved that dream in an unexpected way. What Brett asks: [02:17] Tell me about what your early childhood was like [05:06] What was your father’s background? [10:45] Can you elaborate on your experience of not being accepted? [18:57] Do you think your adversity led to shaping you in a positive way? [21:26] Did you pursue becoming a mountain guide? [23:36] What was going through your mind at 18 years old taking over your father’s business? [34:32] What was your next adventure? How did you make the transition from that life to this life? [45:53] How early in your coaching did you start weaving in meditation? [52:35] What are you learning about yourself, your practice, and your clients during the COVID-19 pandemic? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: juan-alvarez.com (https://www.juan-alvarez.com/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Brett Wells is the Founder and CEO of Dental HQ, a company that provides membership plan services to dentists who want to improve their in-house membership plans. He started Dental HQ because he saw the frustrations patients experience with the insurance process and sought to make their dental appointments smoother. Brett has since grown his business and continuously attracts new clients, even when the coronavirus pandemic hit the economy hard. Today, Brett shares how his membership plan changed the way he runs his business. He discusses why he started multiple offices after graduation and how Dental HQ was founded. He explains how membership plans can help bring more patients as well as some of the possible drawbacks of having one. He describes the perks their patients receive with their plans and how much it costs the patients. Brett also explains how membership plans compare and contrast with dental insurance.“It’s all about the monthly price. That’s what your patients want to see: the affordability.” - Brett Wells This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:● How you can use membership plans in your practice● Where Brett learned about membership plans.● Why Brett opened multiple offices after graduation.● The systems he has in place in his offices.● What entrepreneurs should expect from having multiple offices.● The benefits of giving non-insurance patients discounts.● How Brett's membership plan kept his business running amidst Covid-19.● The difference between insurance and a membership plan.● Why membership plans don't have to be a discount.● What Brett's members get from his membership plan.● Brett's thoughts on patients dropping their own dental insurance for membership plans.● Getting your team on board with your membership plan services. ● The drawbacks of having a membership plan in your practice. Our Favorite Quotes:● "If you want to live a headache-free life, don't chase being a DSO just to make more money." - Brett Wells● "You should really have 80% of your cash patients on your membership plan." - Brett Wells● "You should never buy your own dental insurance." - Brett Wells Connect with Brett Wells:● Dental HQ● Email: brett@dentalhq.comSubscribe, Connect & Share Your Favorite EpisodesThanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

Jeni Britton Bauer is a modern-day Willy Wonka. She’s the founder and chief creative officer of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, a multi-channel retailer with dozens of company-owned scoop shops across the country, a robust eCommerce presence, and distribution in top groceries across the country. As her title implies, she views running a business as an act of constant creating — and her life experiences primed her for creation. Entrepreneurship is building your own world, and Jeni’s job is creating that world. Through following the things that interested and excited her, Jeni was able to create a world of magic for herself that she gets to share with the world. Through trials, her values were tested and proven strong. She shares the story of her early life, how she was instilled with a sense of creativity and curiosity, and how that served her in starting Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. What Brett asks: [03:04] What was your early childhood like? [07:52] Did you always see yourself as being creative? [09:10] Where did your belief system come from? [13:31] How did your experience feeling like school wasn’t for you shape you? [17:44] What was happening in your life that was falling apart and how did that influence you? [21:02] How were your parent’s expectations of being parents affect you? [28:51] Tell me about going to Ohio State and continuing to realize school is not for you? [36:32] Tell us how you connected the dots between things you were passionate about? [39:35] What was it like to be pioneering in a space that hasn’t had much innovation? [52:01] What was it like going through struggles and crisis? [56:03] Do you feel like we’re prepared for crisis when we keep seeing new things? [01:00:40] What is your role in the company as the Chief Creative Officer? [01:06:12] How did your family story round out? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: jenis.com (https://jenis.com) Instagram: instagram.com/jenisicecreams (https://www.instagram.com/jenisicecreams/) Facebook: facebook.com/jenisicecreams (http://www.facebook.com/jenisicecreams) Twitter: twitter.com/jenisicecreams (http://www.twitter.com/jenisicecreams) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Jim Obergefell is the named plaintiff from the landmark United States Supreme Court marriage equality case, Obergefell v. Hodges. Following the decision on June 26th, 2016, Jim embraced a new career as an LGBTQ+ activist. Merging a love of wine with the fight for equality, Jim co-founded Equality Vines, the world’s first cause-based wine label, to support organizations devoted to civil rights and equality for all. Jim also co-authored the book “Love Wins” (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016IOF4WK) with pulitzer-prize winning investigative journalist Debbie Cenziper. Growing up, Jim never believed one person could make a difference. When his husband John was diagnosed with ALS, Jim began to fight for the right to have his marriage recognized federally. He became proof that one person, or one dedicated group of people, can make a difference. What Brett asks: [02:53] How were you raised and how did your early family influence you? [06:52] How was your father able to accept you so quickly despite conditioning? [09:00] What was standing in the way for you coming out? [12:17] What did you learn from the AIDS crisis in hindsight, and how does it apply to today? [15:52] Can you elaborate on your experience as a teacher and in grad school? [20:16] Did you go on continuing your career in education? [23:04] Tell us about your relationship with John and how that led to the case. [27:20] What was it that held you back from being an activist from the beginning, and how did you start to get more active? [39:24] What was it like for you to be in this fight? [41:55] What was the greatest challenge in getting to the ultimate decision of the case? [46:34] What was the feeling of winning like? [55:48] With what’s going on in the world, what do you believe we have to do to get to a place of being truly one? [01:00:37] How are you using wine to help fight these fights? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: equalitywines.com (https://equalityvines.com/) Read: "Love Wins" (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016IOF4WK) Instagram: instagram.com/jimobergefell (https://www.instagram.com/jimobergefell/) Twitter: twitter.com/jimobergefell (https://twitter.com/jimobergefell) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Austin Smith just graduated in the class of 2020 from Bexley High School. He will be attending Ohio State University this fall to study biology and Spanish with a focus on pre-med. He’s also passionate about investing, specifically in stocks and real estate. This summer he plans to intern to learn more about the medical field. During these past few weeks, he’s been involved with numerous peaceful protests in downtown Columbus. Going to these protests made Austin feel like people were there for him, and he wanted more people to experience that feeling. He began organizing his own peaceful protests, which eventually led to the founding of the Bexley Anti-Racism Project which is completely run by Bexley graduates. What Brett asks: [02:18] Can you share with us what your early childhood looked like? [03:44] Is being a leader just part of your DNA? [09:49] How were you supported, or not supported, at Bexley? [12:37] What was it like being a black man at Bexley and what led you to found this anti-racism project there? [16:18] What is the dialogue between sports versus academics in the African-American community? [22:28] What has the murder of George Floyd felt like for you? [25:22] Do you think it’s possible that people will start to understand the fear Black people live with every day in this country? [27:33] Can you talk about any actionable steps we need to be taking as a country? [41:24] What are your thoughts on defunding the police? [44:46] Is there anything else that needs to be said that we should talk about? [47:07] Where is your head at when thinking about your future? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Instagram: instagram.com/the_a_boy (https://www.instagram.com/the_a_boy/) Snapchat: austindaabeast Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Tanisha Robinson has truly led a wonderful life, doing everything from being an Army linguist to advocating for women’s rights in Syria to building the BrewDog USA division from scratch, as well as founding a number of startups. Tanisha’s latest venture is W*nder, which is carving out its space as a CBD beverage company, an industry that is likely to grow a lot in the coming years. But more than just building a successful business, Tanisha builds impactful businesses — and if there is one industry that needs conscious warriors waging a war for equity, it is the cannabis industry. What Brett asks: [02:49] Talk to me about your early childhood and the dynamic you grew up in. [08:40] How did your upbringing continue to shape you as you move forward? [12:38] Talk about your decision to go into the army. [13:42] Why did you decide to become a linguist and study Arabic? [15:58] What was it like being in the army when 9/11 happened? [19:16] What was your experience in Syria like? [27:39] Can you tell me about how you started your business career? [33:02] How did you settle on the idea that you would become an entrepreneur? [47:10] Do you feel pressure to fit into your expected identity? [53:11] How are doing in your new business, W*nder? [01:00:20] How has the coronavirus forced you to reevaluate how you are moving forward? [01:05:17] How do your parents view you today? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: wnder.com (https://wnder.com/) Twitter: twitter.com/tanisharobinson (https://twitter.com/tanisharobinson?lang=en) Facebook: facebook.com/tanisha.robinson (https://www.facebook.com/tanisha.robinson) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

David Schottenstein has an intuitive ability to go after his goals without letting a fear of failure get in the way. As impressive as his bio is — he founded the fastest-growing custom clothing company in the United States, Astor and Black, at the age of 21; co-founded Viewabill in 2012; and today runs luxury eyewear company Privé Revaux — it would be much longer if it included all of his failures. David believes that, in order to acknowledge all of the successes someone has achieved, we also need to look at their failures because there is a direct correlation between the two. What Brett asks: [04:20] Tell me about your early childhood life. [10:04] Did your father understand when you stopped being religious? [15:24] What did you do to get kicked out of boarding school? [26:42] What was it like getting into business, getting married, and having kids so young? [28:38] Where did the idea for your business come from? [34:38] What were some of the challenges with taking on this business so young? [41:13] What was your feeling on the Astor and Black exit? [47:55] What is your process for deciding what you’re going to commit to? [53:37] What was your thinking around celebrity endorsements? [55:53] How do you approach fatherhood? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/davidschottenstein (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidschottenstein/) priverevaux.com (https://priverevaux.com) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Doug Ulman has dealt with several crises in his life, but his upbringing has led him to approach those with the perspective that anything is possible. As a three-time survivor of cancer, that perspective has not only served him well — it’s been proven out time and time again.  After overcoming chondrosarcoma during his sophomore year of college and malignant melanoma twice since, Doug and his family founded the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and connecting young adults, their families, and friends who are affected by cancer. Doug is also the President and CEO of Pelotonia, a nonprofit raising funds for life-saving cancer research. What Brett asks: [02:31] Can you share your childhood story and what that looked like for you? [06:26] What kind of influence did growing up with a parent who has an artist have on you? [08:41] What was it like as you progressed through high school? [15:11] Have you had any reflections or thoughts about what this time is making you assess? [18:05] What learnings did you gain from playing soccer at a high level? [21:35] What happened when you got into trouble as a kid? [29:18] Can you tell us the story of when you were diagnosed with cancer? [38:31] What happens after college and how do you get into the career you are in? [44:58] What was your experience working with Lance Armstrong? [53:34] What fueled your decision to move to Columbus? [58:17] What is going on in the future of Pelotonia? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: pelotonia.org (https://pelotonia.org) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dougulman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougulman/) Twitter: twitter.com/dougulman (https://twitter.com/dougulman) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Kenny Sipes is a former youth pastor who was struck with the dire need for freedom, water, and food he saw during his mission work. So, he decided to take action. Kenny created The Roosevelt Coffeehouse to mobilize justice through an everyday experience, and he’s given over $125,000 to date. He is also expanding the business to include Roosevelt Coffee Roasters as a way of reducing costs, increasing sales, and maximizing profits so that they can impact even more lives. We’ve talked a lot about conscious capitalism on the show so far, but few walk the walk quite like Kenny. What Brett asks: [02:45] What was Kenny’s journey to The Roosevelt Coffeehouse? [06:50] What was underneath the rebellious, partying phase of Kenny’s life? [09:40] What caused the underlying hole, the insecurity in young Kenny? [11:55] How did Kenny end up in rehab as a senior in high school? [15:25] Why did Kenny say yes to taking that hit of acid in rehab? [17:45] How does Kenny look at that bad trip now? [20:55] When did religion become a big part of Kenny’s life? [24:00] What did Kenny do professionally before becoming a pastor? [33:15] Knowing that you grew up with insecurity and doubt, how did Kenny find himself leaning into a life of purpose and passion? [39:00] How did Kenny know that he wanted to create The Roosevelt Coffeehouse? [48:15] Tell me about the coffeeshop today and how are you navigating the current global climate? [56:20] Any final thoughts? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Support: www.rooseveltcoffee.org (https://www.rooseveltcoffee.org/) Buy coffee beans with purpose: roosevelt.coffee (https://roosevelt.coffee/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/kennysipes (https://www.instagram.com/kennysipes) LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kennysipes (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennysipes/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Chad Silverstein is living proof that you can succeed in business AND do right by the people you work with and the people you serve, regardless of your industry.  Chad has worked in the Collections industry for 22 years, and in that time, he has developed and refined his personal philosophy — a philosophy based on the principles of purpose, responsibility, kindness, and love — and integrated them into his day-to-day operations and interactions with clients, teammates, and his community. Chad’s philosophy was greatly influenced by three mentors, each of whom left him with an important lesson: 1)Work harder than those around you; 2) Treat the people you work around, including those who work for you, with kindness; and 3) never stop raising the bar for yourself.  These three mentors, and these lessons, led Chad to become the co-founder of [re]start, a way to get more people into jobs they love. It’s mission lines up with his own: People deserve to love the work they do. What Brett asks: [02:32] Can you tell us about your background? [04:49] How would you describe yourself as a kid? [12:33] Do you still feel that drive to work harder than anybody else? [15:29] How was it for you that you didn’t end up winning? [20:31] What’s next for you after wrestling? [24:56] Were you thinking that you wanted to go into psychology? [31:04] What was the experience like being thrust into business? [34:37] Where did your approach to collections came from? [40:00] How does Built to Lead show up in your life? [48:59] How did you develop the mindset to empower people and reinvent yourself? [52:51] Can you tell us how religion and spirituality have guided you? [01:00:56] How are you integrating all of your business learning into the Jewish community? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: joinrestart.com (http://joinrestart.com) restartworks.com (http://restartworks.com) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chadsilverstein (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadsilverstein/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

We are currently living through one of the largest community experiences that will ever take place in our lifetime. Columbus has done an incredible job of reacting to the demands of the community as we deal with the coronavirus pandemic — and that is in no small part due to the leadership of the city government, and the leadership of the private sector. So, today, we’re going to get to know one of the people leading this city right now, City Council President Shannon Hardin, and explore how he’s helping shape the community of Columbus. What Brett asks: [07:37] What was your early life like? [12:57] What was it like to have such different lives between your parents? Where di you find your own self? [21:01] What was it like to be African American in the city government and at what point do you come to terms with your sexuality? [30:15] How did you learn to navigate taking criticism and noise? [35:37] At what point did you start to come out with those closest to you and what was it like? [45:48] Can you talk about your decision to step into City Council President? [54:04] What is it like for you right now during these hard times? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: www.columbus.gov/hardin (https://www.columbus.gov/hardin/) Twitter: twitter.com/SG_Hardin (https://twitter.com/SG_Hardin) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shannon-hardin-55230822 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-hardin-55230822/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

When Calvin Cooper was 30 years old, even though he had achieved a lot in his career, he still struggled to save up a down payment for a home. He realized this was a serious problem not just for him but for the country at large — but it also presented an opportunity. Today, he is the co-founder and CEO of Rhove, a financial technology company founded on the belief that everyone has the right to invest in their home. The Rhove app provides loyalty rewards to renters that expand access and opportunity for people to own in their community. Calvin doesn’t believe that he is gifted. The common thread through all of his stories is a bias towards action. When he sees something in front of him that he wants, he takes action on it. And if he doesn’t know what he wants, he takes imperfect action to lead him in the right direction. You can change the world as long as your focus is on doing the next best thing. P.S. — It’s not news to anyone that social distancing and the coronavirus are currently changing the way we live in a very meaningful way — but we all have the option to be intentional during this time and turn social distancing into an opportunity to improve our lives.  Since we recorded this interview with Calvin Copper, he started the #AtHomeChallenge (https://twitter.com/hashtag/AtHomeChallenge?src=hashtag_click) as a way to bring the global community together around a common goal: investing in ourselves and improving our mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing by setting a meaningful goal and adopting a new daily habit. What Brett asks: [03:42] What was it like in your childhood and early life? [05:48] What was it like trying to plan your way out of your situation at four years old? [09:29] What was the plan? [16:11] How did you balance finance and philosophy in college? [19:01] Were there any other important shaping moments as a child? [23:53] What was your radical worldview shift based on? [32:34] Where does the courage and confidence come from to keep leaning into the authentic you come from? [35:05] What was your path out of college into your early career? [49:00] How do you use your influence to raise awareness around minorities? [53:39] What was it like making the jump from venture capital to owning your own company? [01:09:42] Can you share what Rhove does? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: rhove.com (https://rhove.com) linkedin.com/in/calvinncooper (https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvinncooper/) twitter.com/CalvinNCooper (https://twitter.com/CalvinNCooper) #AtHomeChallenge (https://twitter.com/hashtag/AtHomeChallenge?src=hashtag_click) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Amy Lee has been studying consciousness and holistic health for over 20 years. She currently works as a professional analyst and guide, certified through Human Design America and the Human Design School. Growing up, Amy saw people modeling adaptation as a way of living — so she followed suit. Rather than cutting out a life for herself, she learned to do her best to fit in and grow into the circumstances that presented themselves. It wasn’t until she was about to graduate college that she realized that this life didn't fit her, and in her escape from that life, she discovered Human Design. What Brett asks: [01:16] Tell me about the early days of your life [07:20] How did you have the experience of noticing what was going on around you in the world? [10:013] What were the things you loved that you got away from? [13:01] Was your desire to sing and perform taking you down a path that wasn’t really your essence? [21:05] How does your freedom end up serving you in life? [25:59] How are you seeing yourself in the curiosity of the human experience? [29:07] What was it like making the decision to not go down the path you had been preparing for your whole life? [35:28] When did therapy come into your life? [42:22] At what point do you feel like you landed somewhere that you are conscious and know what you’re going to do? [44:20] Where does human design show up in your life? [49:01] Can you give a description of what human design is?  [51:40] What is the experience for people as they receive this information? [58:00] How effective is this in relationships and in understanding a partner? [01:01:41] How do you work with people? One on one? [01:04:46] What other practices do you find to be helpful? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: holohumandesign.com (http://holohumandesign.com) humandesigncollective.com (http://humandesigncollective.com) mybodygraph.com (http://mybodygraph.com) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Wolf Starr is focused on connecting resources to meet needs within the entrepreneurial community. His goal is to create opportunities and relationships for organizations our community feels passionate about. One theme that has always been true for Wolf’s life is a drive to improve the community that he lives in and provide opportunities for others. He has taken all of the experiences from his life — from the neighborhood he grew up in to the observations he made around local businesses — and used them to build up that community for a new generation. What Brett asks: [05:12] What influence did growing up in the Short North neighborhood have on you? [07:35] What was the role of your parents in your life? [14:56] How did you take your life experience and use it as you grew up? [19:01] Did the idea of growing up around a lot of adults influence you? [21:50] How did you get involved in politics? [28:52] What was your thinking behind starting your business? [32:25] What life experience led to the Independents’ Day Festival? [39:03] Can you talk about the decision to not move forward with the festival? [41:11] What are you currently working on? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/twstarr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/twstarr) Twitter: twitter.com/TWStarr (https://twitter.com/TWStarr) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Looking for a laidback, cool space to hang out on date night? Trying to find a quick drive-through option for ice cream? We found it. Tongue in Cheek Ice Cream. It's in a pretty high traffic area, just off of Arapaho. That presents its own set of challenges, as you'll hear from firefighter-turned-entrepreneur Brett Smith, firefighter-turned-entrepreneur. He's serving up some fascinating and delicious flavors of ice cream. Did you hear him say coffee-infused ice cream? I'm going to have to try that the next time they offer it. What Brett has done with the space really is impressive, and the ice cream is incredible. If you check them out, we'd love to hear about it. Link: Tongue in Cheek web site (https://tongueincheekicecream.com/) Support this podcast

Meghna Mahambrey is an award-winning instructor and Ph.D. candidate who studies, teaches, and conducts research on all things romance and sex. Early in her career, Meghna wondered why nobody else seemed to be asking the questions she had around relationships and sexuality. So she spent years getting the answers, and now she helps others bridge the gap between research and real-life through SPARK Relationship & Sexuality Workshops, educating the community on matters close to their hearts (and hips). What Brett asks: [03:36] How did you get into this work? [05:59] Did you feel the cultural influences and constructs from your parents and lineage? [14:28] What shaped you during this period of your life during your early career? [20:47] What was it like questioning the social constructs that everyone else believed in? [23:18] How do you take the steps from teaching into going deeper with these subjects? [31:50] Would you be willing to share more about your first relationship? [33:57] What happened when you saw your situation in a textbook? [39:28] How did music play a role in your life? [45:45] How are you using Spark to educate the community on this subject? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more at sparkwithmeghna.com (https://www.sparkwithmeghna.com/) TED Talk: Birds and Bees: Rethinking Relationship and Sexuality Education (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rE0jKANd_Po) Instagram: instagram.com/sparkwithmeghna (https://instagram.com/sparkwithmeghna) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/meghna-mahambrey-125179107 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghna-mahambrey-125179107/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Chris Olsen built a career investing in emerging technology and healthcare companies before founding Drive Capital (https://www.drivecapital.com/) , a Columbus based venture capital firm that believes the Midwest is the best place in the world to build great technology companies. As a kid, Chris was always singular-minded—he wanted independence, his own bank account, everything. For him, money was freedom, and that was important. That drive to be free to express himself in whatever it was that he did has been his primary motivator through everything he has done. What Brett asks: [06:42] How did you learn to start expressing yourself through your work? [13:30] Was your contrarian thinking shaped by your childhood or your DNA? [18:30] What was your father’s role in shaping you? [25:11] Where does your integrity come from? [34:24] What was it about squash that got you so involved in it? [46:31] When did you learn about what venture was and that you may want to do it? [01:05:54] What was the impetus to start Drive? [01:20:57] Where do you see the venture in the midwest? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more at DriveCapital.com (https://www.drivecapital.com/) Differential Podcast: differential.libsyn.com (http://differential.libsyn.com) Twitter: twitter.com/chrisolsencmh (https://twitter.com/chrisolsencmh) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cholsen (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cholsen) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

If you know swimming, you know Rick DeMont. For about the last quarter of a century he coached at the University of Arizona. He was an elite swimmer himself in the 1970's breaking countless world records at the start of his career and qualifying for the Olympics at the age of 16. On the biggest world stage, in front of millions, his gold medal was wrongfully taken away. In this episode of Inside with Brett Hawke, Rick shares stories from his upbringing, how he developed a passion for coaching and all the ways he has been able to give back to the sport. We talk about his philosophies as a coach, the impact he’s had, and his plans for the future. “Hard times are a catalyst for growth.” - Rick DeMont [27:00] Key Takeaways: What Rick DeMont is up to today & his plans for the future. What shaped him and led him to coaching The effect his 1972 Olympic disqualification had on him. His innovations in sprinting. Episode Timeline: [00:20] What Rick DeMont has been up to lately [01:50] His experience being a highly active kid [02:59] How being active manifested negatively [05:44] Vulnerability and competition as coaches [07:13] His swimming beginnings and leaning into his talent [11:44] Why did he become a distance swimmer [14:63] Being disqualified from the 1972 Olympic Games [21:51] The start of his coaching career [23:40] Explanations from the Olympic committee [25:16] Resolutions, apologies and finding peace [25:61] Lessons he's been able to pass down to his athletes [27:19] What he was trying to achieve with sprinters at UA [31:09] Differences between coaching men and women [33:18] Innovations he is most proud of [39:32] Training your aerobic system with drills [40:31] Rick DeMont's coaching philosophy [42:51] Training multiple elements [47:36] Thoughts on Frank Busch and David Marsh [47:18] How are we going to get faster? [50:41] Will Rick DeMont stay in the sport? [52:03] What Brett is doing in the sport [53:41] Outro Key Quotes: “At that point, I really lost a lot of my heart. I'd been changed, I'd become angry and I thought, maybe by being the first to break four minutes, It might take some of that stuff away. But I was still known as the 'Gold Medal Loser’ and it was just hard on me. It was just really hard." - Rick DeMont [10:44] “Growth comes in hard times... hard times are a catalyst for growth.” - Rick DeMont [27:00] “I was more into the dance of it all rather than the numbers. I need to see the dance, just the beauty of the task” - Rick DeMont [38:59] Connect: Find | Brett Hawke At fitterandfaster.com On Instagram @hawkebr Find | Rick DeMont On Twitter: @demont_rick Subscribe & Listen: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify YouTube Special Thanks: Inside with Brett Hawke is presented by Fitter & Faster. Host a swim camp. More than 1,000 swim clinic sessions in 46 States plus Canada & the Bahamas in 2019. Inside with Brett Hawke is produced and promoted by Swimnerd. Connect your phone to your pace clock with the Swimnerd Pace Clock. Digital, affordable, and Bluetooth programmable from your smartphone. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brett-hawke/message

Hakim Callwood is a 26-year old freelance illustrator/designer from Columbus, Ohio. His work ranges from painting, animation, and teaching. His long-term goal is to create self-sustaining, educational, and hands-on visual art workspaces. Hakim shares how he came to be the successful artist he is today, how art as a business came naturally to him, and how self-compassion and staying humble have taken him far in life. What Brett asks: [04:21] What was the family dynamic you grew up in? [08:12] Where were those early creative sparks? [10:21] Are there any ideas you can look back on that helped you get to where you are? [12:45] What happened when your father passed away? [16:44] How did you move past all these problems? [24:20] How did you get into teaching? [26:51] How did you get to understand the business of art? [29:52] How much of your knowledge is intuitive or did you have teachers? [37:05] What did it feel like discovering the art world? [49:58] Are artists more judgmental or self-critical? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Instagram: www.instagram.com/hakimsartnstuff (https://www.instagram.com/hakimsartnstuff/) Facebook: www.facebook.com/HakimsArtNStuff (https://www.facebook.com/HakimsArtNStuff) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Hernan Giraldo is the VP of Customer Experiences at Bark, our first tenant at Gravity. He was born in Miami Beach, Florida (before it was cool), where he lived until he was 9. But seven days after he was born, he lost his father unexpectedly, which left a single mother to raise him and his 4-year-old sibling. She became an influential role model for him and she eventually remarried, and the man he now calls father set a great example of work ethic and honorable characteristics. Hernan’s upbringing taught him that it is our responsibility to make this world a better place to live, and he recognized that there was more to that than single-handedly changing the world. In our day to day actions, in the way we interact with people and make them smile, we can make this world better every day. What Brett asks: [03:56] Can you tell us about your father’s accident? [07:27] When did you move to Puerto Rico? [09:16] How was it growing up with your step-father? [11:34] Was it natural coming to embrace what happened in your life? [16:02] Has it been a struggle to embrace the way you naturally are? [20:32] Do you have some spiritual worldviews that have come from your life experiences? [23:11] What was it that brought you to Columbus? [27:46] Did you have a sense of what you wanted to do professionally? [32:47] How much of your personality is from your upbringing, and how much is a conscious decision? [34:31] How did working for L Brands impact you? [39:53] Tell me about the learnings from traveling and the serendipity involved? [51:09] What does your day to day look like? [55:11] What does the future look like for you? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more at Bark.co (https://bark.co/) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hernan-giraldo-2aa733b (https://www.linkedin.com/in/hernan-giraldo-2aa733b/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Mandi Caskey is a muralist, gallery artist, and community activist. The story Mandi shares is a lesson for all who consider themselves outcasts or loners about finding the support you need, learning that it’s okay to be different and disruptive, and the impact you can make from seeing the world — and sharing your view of the world — differently. What Brett asks: [4:35] Can you tell me a little bit about your upbringing? [7:35] You started more with drawing. When did you start expanding your artwork? [9:20] How was your art received during the learning process? [14:46] Did you have support at home while being an emerging artist? [16:54] What happened with your father in high school? [22:15] How did that tragedy affect your outlook on life? [35:08] How did all of this take you to graffiti? [42:10] What were you thinking as you took the leap into graffiti? [56:30] Can you tell me about the large scale mural festival you are doing? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Mandy’s Site: www.birdyco.com (http://www.birdyco.com) Instagram: @miss.birdy (https://www.instagram.com/miss.birdy) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Sam Baddoo, co-founder of [re]start, is just a kid from Accra, Ghana, who ended up in Columbus, Ohio. His upbringing was strict, but very full, and he was exposed to a world beyond his own when he was very young. He grew up looking at people who are changing the world and wanted to be connected to that philosophy of wanting to do things differently, and he yearned to grow past his surroundings to join those like-minded people. We explore how the adversity of his childhood and hazing in school shaped him, how he learned the skill sets in life to move ahead, and how he came to strive for connections in life. What Brett asks: [5:43] What did your parents do for work? [9:44] What was it like as a child hearing your father threaten you? [15:17] What happened from the point of your father telling you to grow up or leave? [38:34] How do you take all of that learning and decide what's really important and what's not in alignment with you? [45:52] How far are you willing to push the limits? [48:14] What else happens prior to you making the leap to Columbus and how did you get there? [56:05] What is the experience of translating this rock-star history and applying it to today? [1:01:54] Did you need to find a job or get married in order to stay here legally? [1:05:58] What was it like moving to the Midwest, which was unlike anywhere else you’ve ever experienced? [1:07:04] What is it that you chose you wanted your life to be? [1:09:07] What is [re]start? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: [re]start: www.joinrestart.com (https://www.joinrestart.com/) Connect with Sam Baddoo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skbaddoo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/skbaddoo/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media)

Dr. Melanie Corn, President of the Columbus College of Art & Design, shares the story of breaking the mold in your family, your community, your society, and yourself. We explore how our childhood experiences shape us — the good and the bad — and what schools can do to better support children today, especially when it comes to mental health. What Brett asks: [9:10] It sounds like you had an almost idealistic childhood. Is that fair? [17:10] Did the end-of-the-world nuclear war messaging seep in and shape you as a child? [18:30] Can you tell us about what it was “supposed to be like” growing up as a girl and the societal limitations you experienced? How did that play out for you? [23:20] Can you connect the dots between the positive and negative messaging you get from both your family and society growing up? How does that play out as you move through high school and college? [27:30] How did the creative part of you start to emerge and take shape? [38:00] It may not sound like that big a deal today, but it sounds like you’re breaking a mold in your community, in your family, in your society, and in yourself — and it sounds like the girl dragging the keg is the thing that really gets you to break that mold! [43:00] Tell us about why you came back to the Midwest and what you’re creating now. What is your vision for CCAD and how are you using all of this life experience to create it? [51:25] Are we all born creative? And how are you honoring this new way of being creative? [1:01:20] What are you doing to tackle the mental health aspect of the college experience? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Columbus College of Art & Design: www.ccad.edu (https://www.ccad.edu/) Connect with Dr. Corn on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/melaniecorn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniecorn/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media/)

Anela Lineham, co-founder of Human Garage, shares how going through the Bosnian War and an abusive relationship helped her develop a unique and practical approach to spirituality, and how she’s sharing those lessons with others through Human Garage. What Brett asks: [1:50] What is your role with Human Garage? [5:50] How old were you when the war in Bosnia started? [8:20] What were your plans before the war? [11:30] How were you able to keep an optimistic and strong mindset through the war? [14:20] How did you get from Bosnia to California? [25:15] Is there a thread connected to yourself as a child that helped you get out of your abusive relationship? [31:05] Where did you escape to? [32:00] How do you fill in the gap between those experiences and what you do at Human Garage? [36:00] Can you describe, specifically, some of the work that you’re doing? Where do the techniques come from? [44:20] When it’s all said and done, what do you believe your purpose on this Earth will have been? [46:55] Where can people start or are there hacks that have been helpful for you? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more at humangarage.net (https://www.humangarage.net/) Instagram: @anela_hg (https://www.instagram.com/anela_hg/) Facebook: facebook.com/humangaragela (https://www.facebook.com/humangaragela/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media/)

Garry Lineham, co-founder of Human Garage, shares how he developed his iterative approach to treatment, why so many of us are sick, how the body is all connected as one, and why he is planning to stop treating individuals so that he can start teaching the masses how to heal themselves.  What Brett asks: [7:20] Tell us about your early memories, before you were in pain. [10:15] How were you “managing your dysfunction?” [18:50] Let’s talk about the medical system that has been one of your biggest challenges. [31:45] What exactly is it that you are doing at the Human Garage (and how is it changing)? [41:35] Why do you believe that you are here on this planet? [47:00] What does spirituality mean to you and what is the language that you use? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more at humangarage.net (https://www.humangarage.net/) Instagram: @humangaragela (https://www.instagram.com/humangaragela/) Facebook: facebook.com/humangaragela (https://www.facebook.com/humangaragela/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media/)

Josh Trent, founder of Wellness Force Radio (https://wellnessforce.com/podcast) , has gone through a lot in his life — like every one of us — but he’s also done the work to acknowledge his trauma and make it work for him, which is a step that we can all benefit from but not a lot of us are willing to or know how to take. Luckily, Josh has a knack for breaking this stuff down and making the choice to change feel accessible. It isn’t easy. It will require you to live more intentionally and consciously every day, for the rest of your life. But the rewards are incomparable. What Brett asks: [2:30] What’s your origin story? [6:25] What did you learn from past-life regression and how did you go about doing it? [16:00] How did your father’s generational trauma show up in your childhood? Your mother’s? [24:00] How did your generational trauma start manifesting as a teenager? [29:40] What pulled you into observer mode so that you could see the unconscious way you were living? [37:25] How did you move into the work you’re doing now? [45:00] What is Rythmia and how did it affect you? [52:20] How are you using all of the experiences that led up to now, good and bad? [1:02:40] Tell us about BTFA (Belief, Thought, Feeling, Action). To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Learn more at WellnessForce.com (https://wellnessforce.com/) Listen: Wellness Force Radio (https://wellnessforce.com/podcast) Instagram: hinstagram.com/wellnessforce (https://www.instagram.com/wellnessforce/) Facebook: facebook.com/WellnessF (https://www.facebook.com/WellnessF/) Get your wellnessforce.com/m21 (http://wellnessforce.com/m21) B.R.E.A.T.H.E (http://www.breathwork.io/) - 21-Day Guided Stress Reduction Breathwork & Wellness Life Design Program Read: (https://www.amazon.com/Didnt-Start-You-Inherited-Family/dp/1101980389) by Mark Wolynn Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media/)

We kick this episode off with a story that, to be completely honest, neither Brett or our guest, Regan Walsh, is exactly excited or proud to share. However, it’s still important that we start with this story and share these not-so-glamorous aspects of our lives — because one of our goals with this show is to share and examine the full scope of the human experience, this singular thing that unifies every one of us. This isn’t just catharsis for Regan and Brett, either. When someone shares their experience openly and honestly, we think something magic happens: you’re able to see yourself in that story, connect with the person who shared it, and grow together. So we tell these stories because, regardless of where you are on your path, we want to engage you in the process of conscious development. What Brett asks: [1:50] Can you share the story of when we first met? [8:30] How did your life come to be? [13:40] How would you describe your parents? [23:50] How did you compensate, even unconsciously, because you told yourself that you’re not as smart as everyone else? [25:00] What does “fun Regan” look like? [30:00] How did you learn how to use the things that come naturally to you, or that you compensated with, to serve you? [34:30] Were you consciously compensating for your perceived weaknesses or was it instinctual? [37:05] Did you start to lean into your “superpower” and use it to your advantage? [39:00] What else shaped you during your early adult life? [48:00] What happened after Regan’s “starter marriage” fell apart? [59:45] Tell me about how you made the leap into coaching and being of service. To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Resources: Reganwalsh.com (https://reganwalsh.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/reganwalsh_lifecoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/reganwalsh_lifecoach/) Twitter: twitter.com/reganwalsh (https://twitter.com/reganwalsh) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media/)

Learn the story of how pizza changed Jim Grote’s life — and, as a result, thousands of lives around the world — and how Jim is now helping others create businesses based in unconditional love. Jim is the founder of Donatos Pizza and the founder of the EDGE Innovation Hub. What Brett asks: [3:15] How did Jim’s life journey lead to his work with Donatos and the community? [13:20] When Jim was, as a teenager, given the offer to buy the pizza place he worked at, was he thinking about how it would affect his future? [23:20] How do you, in hindsight, reconcile the missed opportunities and times you were slighted? [25:45] Where did Jim’s inherent sense of principle, his deep-rooted core strength, come from? [31:00] What was the trajectory of Donatos Pizza? How did it come into McDonald’s radar? [38:00] How does a family impact the way you run a business? [45:35] Tell us about inventing the Pep-A-Matic, a patented machine designed to slice and apply pepperoni directly to pizza, and your thoughts on manifestation. [50:55] What is Jim’s process for manifestation? [58:45] What metaphysical and spiritual practices have shaped Jim’s personal practice over the years? [1:02:00] Let’s talk about unconditional love, Agape Capitalism, and plant medicine. [1:06:35] What’s Jim’s experience with plant medicine? [1:18:45] What is Jim doing now as a result of that experience? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: gravityproject.com (https://gravityproject.com/) Gravity is a production of (http://crate.media/)

Why is it that so many allied health business owners shy away from content marketing? In this episode I chat with Brett Jarman, business and content strategist and CEO and founder of Help Me Leverage and Experts On Air, which produces this podcast. He specialises in helping business owners build their reputation through content marketing, or ‘authority marketing’ as he likes to call it. He’s a firm believer that the more of a reputation you have, the easier business will be, and it doesn’t have to be difficult. Brett is also the author of ‘Soul Operator - How to Be Your Own Boss and Build a Business With Purpose’. In this episode, he shares his knowledge of the content marketing space and how it can benefit any business, especially those in the allied health sector. Episode highlights: What Brett does as CEO and founder of Help Me Leverage and Experts On Air How Brett defines content marketing What are forms of content marketing? Podcasts, interviews, blog posts, social media Why a blog is a good place to start as a content marketer - you control the real estate Speaking as a form of content marketing as an allied health business owner - a great way to communicate your expertise and get instant feedback Brett’s suggestions for clinicians to start out blogging - choose a micro topic, write bullet points on your subject, and work through those An exercise for coming up with micro topics to write or talk about Is the podcast the new blog post? Brett’s prediction for podcast growth in Australia People underestimate the opportunities for growing themselves internationally Brett’s creation of the Reputational Credit Score Tool - it will help people measure how effective they are in the marketplace Imposter syndrome - ‘who am I to be doing this!?’ We put someone else on a pedestal but there’s room for everyone The importance of consistency - people who succeed put out content every single week, don’t do it half-heartedly Publish prolifically and promote persistently Useufl Links:  Website LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Instagram Pinterest Help Me Leverage Website Experts On Air Website Brett Jarman LinkedIn

Dr.Brett Potts-Blue Valley West High School Follow Brett's journey at: @BVWPotts Topics Covered: -Working with a diverse school population -Building trust and capacity in your Administrative Team -Supporting Classified Staff -PLC structure & purpose -What Brett is NOT good at....

Originally published at https://www.get5.io/podcast/4-lemon-radically-fresh-take-on-leadership In this episode of Working better, together. we chat to Brett Johnson, an impactful leader, Silicon Valley consultant and author of 10 books, one of which is the well-known LEMON leadership. 0.37 — Brett explains how LEMON leadership came about. 1.02 — More about Brett and his impressive career working with companies such as PricewaterhouseCoopers, CSC, Google, Apple and KPMG. 3.36 — What are the biggest challenges you see leaders facing? 5.19 — Brett shares a story of a leadership situation he had dealt with at CISCO. 6.50 — LEMON leadership dynamics are needed in each company for success. We need teams, not the cult of the individual. 8.20 — Oftentimes, other types of leaders are not duly recognised for the value they add, such as Organisers or Networkers. 8.50 — Discussion around what kinds of recognition/reward works for different leadership types. 13.39 — What Brett does every day & software tools he uses. 15.00 — Books that Brett’s been reading. 15.44 — Contact details.

Today’s guest, Dr. Brett Levine is an author and a Board Certified Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist who has been in practice for more than 20 years. He received his medical degree from Keck School of Medicine of USC, and is proud of his successful accomplishments. Brett helps people maximize life through his experience and expertise. His personal mission? To impact every person he comes in contact with in some life changing way. Listen to Brett’s inspiring interview in another episode of Grab Life Big! In this episode, you will learn: Brett's brief bio. Brett shares his story of becoming an ear, nose and throat doctor. Brett's investments and his left to invest (LTI). Where Brett gets his source of income. Brett's life happiness index and give back ratio. Some of Brett’s professional and personal goals right now. What Brett does to stay fit and healthy. What Brett’s food diary looks like. Brett's life’s past and future greatest hits. What Brett’s book How To Join, Buy Or Merge A Physician's Practice is all about. Plus so much more! Brett is a student of life and driven to learn and live as much as possible during this time around. He I is fascinated by people and the way they think, and he enjoys helping people improve their lives in any way he can. He enjoys translating ideas into reality and he is proud of his successful accomplishments including designing the home they live in, founding the only Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery group in their area, starting the only hearing aid strategic partnership with audiologists in their region, writing a book on starting a medical practice, as well as living his dream of this amazing life in California and the happy family he enjoys every day. Brett is fascinated by learning life lessons whether through reading, his patients, super soul Sunday or GB. He is blessed with an amazing family, many friends and a beautiful life and committed to maximizing every aspect of his potential and this experience!

If you’ve ever wondered how you can create a thriving online business while having a full-time job… Or, if you’ve wanted to take an in-person business that “relies on you” and scale it online... This episode is for you. On the show today, veterinarian Dr. Brett Beckman, who specializes in veterinary dentistry, joins me to share how he has used Facebook ads to create a thriving online business. In addition to his in-person practices, Dr. Beckman sells online training courses for veterinarians, has a membership site and offers live events. And the business is driven by Facebook ads to webinars (both live and evergreen) as well as to free content. Since starting the online portion of his business almost by accident back in 2013, he’s been 4X’ing his online revenue every year since. On today’s episode, we dive into everything he’s doing and break it all down for you -- his Facebook ads, his online programs, the strategy behind what he does, and more. For me, most importantly, I really want you to pay attention to how Brett is playing the long game of his Facebook ads and paid traffic... How he focuses first on providing value so that he can build relationships with other veterinarians around the world so that when they’re ready for more training, they’ll turn to him. On the Show Today You’ll Learn: How Brett started off in May 2013 with 800 emails in his Constant Contact account and decided to test selling his first course for just $59. He went on to do $22K the rest of that year. We get into how Brett started 4X’ing his revenue each year since We break down all of his courses, and the journey he wants new leads coming into his business to take Why losing money sometimes on the front end of his paid traffic is ok with him How Brett is a master of repurposing content so he can build trust with his target audience What Brett’s super power is, in my opinion anyway, that has allowed him to be so successful What his team looks like And a whole lote more… Brand New Free Live Online Training: April 19th and 20th Coming up THIS week, on April 19th and 20th, that’s this Wednesday and Thursday, I’m going to be doing a brand new free live Facebook ads training for online businesses. I’ll be sharing the latest strategies for automating leads and sales for your online business, including tips & strategies working right now as well as case studies and more. If you’d like to learn more and reserve a spot — I’ll be doing 3 live trainings over April 19th and 20th, Wednesday and Thursday this week — you can go to rickmulready.com/fbads1 Want My Help with Your Facebook Ads Strategy? If you would like my personal help with your Facebook ads strategy, I’m pumped to announce I’m doing another live event in May, here in San Diego. This is my FBA Live event which is limited to just 40 people. FBA Live is a 3-day intimate workshop experience where you’ll learn cutting edge online business building strategies, tips and tactics that are working right now to grow and automate your business. This is an opportunity to IMPLEMENT, with the help of our team, your Facebook ads strategy to grow your business.   My team and I will be personally helping you — looking over your shoulder — to make sure you’re walking away with an active, high converting campaign. You’re going to walk away from the event with stuff DONE… the RIGHT way. We’ll help you discover the blind spots, the things that may be getting in your way of effectively marketing your business online, and fix them on the spot. At FBA Live you’ll also have rare access to and learn from some of the smartest and best online entrepreneurs around — people like Amy Porterfield, Pat Flynn, and more… You’ll be surrounded by other like-minded entrepreneurs who are trying to grow their business, just like you. To learn more and secure your spot, go to rickmulready.com/live.

On Saturday, we sat down with SBP Athlete Brett Chrisman and talked about his training, how insanely strong he is and why he's a likely candidate for a sponsorship from a fruit cup company. Update on Brett's Training | 00:55 How training is going | 0:55 Mobility | 01:32 What Brett’s warm up consists of | 02:25 FRUIT CUPS | 03:25 How Brett got into Powerlifting | 04:00 Working out with friends vs alone | 05:16 Iron Cred/ Best Competition Lifts | 6:56 (S 600, 622, B 440, 445, DL 733, 727) Meet Prep | 08:37 Talking about Brett’s BW | 09:40 Favourite lift | 10:27 Tips and Cues for DL | 11:08 Training under 85% | 12:24 Training for Squats & Bench vs DL | 12:43 Types of programming Brett has used & is using now | 13:45 Breaking through plateaus| 14:32 How many days a week Brett trains and for how many hours | 16:20 What it is like having Mike Rashid and other popular fitness people training in the same gym | 17:04 How the environment you lift in affects you | 18:00 What Brett does for work | 19:39 Nutrition / Dieting | 21:25 Supplementation | 22:25 Favourite type of music | 22:46 Future powerlifting goals | 23:25 Brett's take on deload weeks | 24:59 Recovery methods & tips | 25:49 Talking about Bulgarian method | 27: 20 How training in the “off season” compares to peaking for a competition | 28:45 Speed training / lightening deadlifts | 30:05 What Brett’s online coaching consists of | 32:13 Brett’s main tips for each of the 3 compound movements | 34:15 Where to follow Brett | 38:44 Give us a like, subscribe for more content and send us some lifting footage! Grab your Silverback Power T-Shirt here: http://www.silverbackpower.ca/shop Music: The Greatest | Futuristic Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/silverbackpower Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/silverbackpower Website: http://www.silverbackpower.ca Snapchat: Silverbackpower Twitter: @SilverbackPWR Periscope: @silverbackpower