Best Ken Sullivan Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 186: Ken 'Dazzler' Dunlop 57:07

1h ago57:07

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This week the guys, joined by long time Dan and Benny contributor Larance Johnson, talk with Hall of Fame Australian wrestler Ken 'Dazzler' Dunlop as he talks about his life in professional wrestling, his new book, and his journey through it all as an openly gay man in a business where that just was not allowed. Send your questions for Dan and Benn…

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159. Richard Sullivan: Baseball and Art, Getting Drafted, & Working with Watercolors 45:22

2d ago45:22

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Richard Sullivan is a Braves fan living in Louisville, Kentucky. From a young age, he had two loves in life: art and baseball. Throughout his life, he found ways to combine the two, culminating in a baseball career at one of the preeminent art schools in the country, Savannah College of Art and Design. Richard was drafted by the Atlanta Braves whil…

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072: Triad Member – Referral Secrets for Gathering $60M of New Assets Annually with Andy Heese 1:00:56

7d ago1:00:56

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Today, I’m excited to chat with Triad Member Andy Heese, the president and founder of The Guardian Group. This year, Andy and his team are on track to bring in $60 million in new assets—all without relying on a traditional marketing funnel. Instead, they focus on building strong client relationships and leveraging referrals. Andy’s “secret” isn’t a…

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Episode 185: Dave Sullivan 1:02:45

4d ago1:02:45

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The guys are joined by WCW veteran Dave Sullivan as he shares stories of his territory years, WCW life as Kevin Sullivan's brother and number one Hulkamaniac, and post wrestling career coaching college football. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny…

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158.Mike Ritz: Watching History from a High Rise, Being Forced to Visit all the Ballparks, & Playing in The Broadway Show League 33:39

9d ago33:39

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Mike Ritz is a Pirates fan living in New York City. Though he was born and raised on Long Island, he became a fan of the Pirates thanks to seeing Roberto Clemente play in a game at Shea Stadium back when Mike was a kid. We chat about how a marketing job once forced him to visit each ballpark several times over, what the adult softball scene is like…

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071: Ken Crenshaw - Unlocking Elite Performance & Building a Winning Culture 1:07:06

14d ago1:07:06

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Today, I’m talking to Ken Crenshaw, the Sports Medicine and Performance Director for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Ken's journey in sports medicine is beyond fascinating and inspiring: from growing up on a small cattle ranch in New Mexico to working with four major MLB teams over the past 35 years, including a World Series Championship with the Atlanta…

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Episode 184: The Life and Legend of Lance Russell 1:13:15

11d ago1:13:15

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The guys take a look back at their interview with Shane Russell as he shares stories from the life and legendary career of his father Lance Russell, the voice of Memphis wrestling. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny…

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157. Eugene McMahon: From London to Milwaukee, Baseball as a Second Language, & Why Baseball and English Football Have More in Common Than You Think 39:13

16d ago39:13

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Eugene McMahon is a Milwaukee Brewers fan from London, England. He found his love for baseball a little differently than many fans do, through a love of literature, thanks to a particularly captivating description of Bobby Thompson’s “Shot Heard Round the World” in a novel he was reading. As he continued to delve deeper into baseball journalism and…

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Thrive In Business And In Life As Entrepreneurial Partners, with Ann and Sunny Sheu 30:24

19d ago30:24

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Ann and Sunny Sheu are not only life partners, they’re partners on their entrepreneurial journeys. With their business, Mpowered Families, they help high-achieving entrepreneurial couples to be as intentional about their family lives as they are about their business lives. In this episode, Ann and Sunny share what it’s like to be in business with t…

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070: DJ Eric Rhodes - Turning Your Passion into Your Career & Going Viral 54:59

21d ago54:59

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Today, I’m talking with DJ Eric Rhodes, an expert at creating content that goes viral. Eric is renowned for his mashups of classic hits with new songs, generating millions of views and even catching the attention of artists like Chris Stapleton and Warren G in the process. But Eric’s journey to success only got off the ground because he decided to …

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Episode 183: Mikey Messier on What if AEW Never Existed 1:15:11

18d ago1:15:11

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The guys are joined by commentator and award winning filmmaker Mikey Messier as he shares his thoughts on what the wrestling world is like today if AEW never existed. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny…

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156. Andrew Iden: A New Era for the O’s, What the Minor Leagues Do Well, & Why Winning Feels So Much Better After Sticking Through the Lean Years 46:07

23d ago46:07

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Andrew Iden is an Orioles fan living in Atlanta, GA. Originally from the Washington, DC area, Andrew became an O’s fan at a young age, and has stayed a fan of the team even after moving out of the area. We discuss the shifting of the local fandom that took place when the Nationals came to town, Andrew’s ballpark travel, and what he finds appealing …

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069: Streamline Replay - Creating Unlimited Growth and Freedom in Your Business AND Life with Brad Johnson & Dave Zoller 42:13

28d ago42:13

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Today the tables are turned! This is going to be a slightly different episode, as I’m the one being interviewed. A while back, I had the pleasure of guesting on Dave Zoller’s popular YouTube show, Streamline My Practice – which serves thousands of financial advisors by teaching them how to grow their financial practice. The episode got a lot of eng…

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Episode 182: Nikita Breznikov Talks Bob Backlund 1:04:13

26d ago1:04:13

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The guys welcome back to the show wrestling manager, actor, and author Nikita Breznikov as he talks about the life and career of Bob Backlund who is featured on the cover of his book "When it Was Real". Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny…

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Extra Innings: Matt & Tom Burns' Epic Baseball Roadtrip Tradition 43:18

29d ago43:18

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In this episode of Extra Innings, we welcome back father-son duo Matt and Tom Burns. We primarily discuss their 2023 summer baseball trip through the Mid Atlantic, where they saw 20 games in 21 days. You’ll hear from Matt and Tom how the pair makes sure to hit the cultural hot spots and local institutions of every town they pass through. They also …

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155. Gio Fraraccio: Completing the Quest at Coors, An Infamous Tweet, & Why You Should Never Leave a Game Early 35:55

1M ago35:55

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Gio Fraraccio is a Rays fan from the Tampa Bay area. He got started with baseball as a kid, thanks to the 1980s Cardinal broadcast team of Jack Buck and Mike Shannon. After moving to Florida in the early 2000s, Gio became a Rays fan thanks to his kids falling in love with the local team. Gio recently completed his journey to 30 ballparks, wrapping …

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068: Triad Member - Overcoming Loss and Serving $10M+ Clients with Tim & Julie Sullivan 1:12:04

1M ago1:12:04

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Today, I have the pleasure of talking with Triad members Tim and Julie Sullivan – a dynamic husband and wife team that lead Strategic Wealth Advisors Group together. After joining Triad in early 2023, Tim and Julie have grown their business by leaps and bounds. Not only did they just sign a $12 million client (their biggest ever!), they’re also alr…

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Episode 181: Who Killed WCW? 1:01:28

1M ago1:01:28

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The guys host an interactive chat session as they discuss, debate, and analyze the rise and fall of WCW through a review of Part 1 of Vice TV's "Who Killed WCW?". Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbennyBy Dan Sebastiano & Benny Scala

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154. Katie Woods: Baseball Nomadism, A Rich History of Champions, & 90 Years of the NBC World Series 33:56

1M ago33:56

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Katie Woods is a life-long Dodgers fan currently living in Wichita, Kansas. She has worked in baseball her entire career and is currently the tournament director of the National Baseball Congress World Series. The NBC World Series is a national amateur baseball tournament for summer collegiate baseball, where champions of their respective leagues d…

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067: Ross Marino - The Power of Human-First Financial Guidance 52:29

1M ago52:29

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Today, I’m talking with Ross Marino, the founder and CEO of Transitus Wealth Partners, as well as Advisor 2X. Ross is a seasoned financial planner with over 35 years of experience and a pioneer of the human-first financial guidance movement. As Ross wisely says, "Life happens, plans change." As a financial advisor, your role goes beyond crunching n…

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Episode 180: Meet the Boyz 1:12:02

1M ago1:12:02

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We sit down with Monte and the Pharaoh regulars Bruce Butler and Phil DeCesare, known to fans as ESO Creative and The President, to talk territories, programming, and all things wrestling. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny…

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How To Stop Ignoring Your Entrepreneurial Mindset, With Molly Thompson 35:35

1M ago35:35

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From the age of 12, Molly Thompson knew she was different. She looked at the world differently and thought about the world differently, too, and it caused no shortage of problems. Now, she is the CEO of Perrysburg Energy Solutions, a company providing organizations—and communities—with compelling, mission-driven energy solutions. In this episode, M…

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153. Ken Smoller: The Chicago Rivalry, “Last Comiskey”, & Photographing 2,300 Stadiums 51:33

2M ago51:33

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Ken Smoller is a Chicago White Sox fan who now lives in the Boston area. His love for baseball started as a kid thanks to fond memories at Comiskey Park, like attending the team’s photo day with his Kodak camera. Ken has now photographed over 2,300 stadiums and ballparks and shares his photos and sports travel experiences on his website, Stadium Va…

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066: Brooke Martin - Why an Executive Assistant is the #1 Overlooked Role in Finance 57:31

2M ago57:31

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Today, I’m chatting with Brooke Martin – an incredible human being and very talented Executive Assistant who has worked with me for the past 3 years. While Brooke manages my calendar with exceptional skill, her impact goes way beyond scheduling. Brooke allows me to excel not just in my business, but also as a husband, father, and in every other asp…

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Episode 179: DC 'Mad Dog' Drake and Mental Health in Wrestling 1:03:03

2M ago1:03:03

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This week the guys are joined by DC 'Mad Dog' Drake. The three time NWF champion, former ECW star, and Director of the Steppingstone Mental Health Treatment Facility talks mental health in wrestling and gives uses his unique expertise in psychology to discuss a plethora of wrestling topics. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outl…

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152. Scott Yelle: Completing the Journey to 30, Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities, & Living Just Like Jackson 38:41

2M ago38:41

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Scott Yelle is a life-long Red Sox fan living in Cape Cod, MA who discovered his love for baseball early thanks to Little League. Scott is also the Secretary and Treasurer of the Jackson Yelle Family Foundation, which is a non-profit foundation started to honor the legacy of his son Jackson, who was tragically killed by a hit-and-run driver while i…

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065: Tom Ruggie - From Solo Advisor to Family Office & Marketing to the Sports Card Niche 1:02:50

2M ago1:02:50

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Today, I’m talking with Tom Ruggie, the founder and CEO of Ruggie Wealth Management – the flagship company of independent RIA, Destiny Wealth Partners, which has surpassed $1B in managed assets and is recognized among Forbes 250 Fastest-Growing RIA Firms. The funny thing is, it’s actually our shared passion for sports collectables that brought Tom …

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Episode 178: Dark Side of the Ring 1:04:22

2M ago1:04:22

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This week Dan and Benny are live with their fans to talk about potential topics for the sixth season of Dark Side of the Ring. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbennyBy Dan Sebastiano & Benny Scala

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151. John Southard: Turning a Fandom into a Career, Handling History, & Missing Out on Nolan’s 7th No-No 34:55

2M ago34:55

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John Southard is a life-long Rangers fan living in Fort Worth, Texas. He works as a Brand Historian for an archival company called Heritage Werks, and works closely with the Rangers to curate exhibits and displays that highlight the team’s history. We chat about how he found what many people would consider to be a dream job, what the process of wor…

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Discover Two Keys To An Effortless Entrepreneurial Life, With Greg Griffith 15:22

2M ago15:22

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Greg Griffith has been in risk management and risk control for 38 years. For the past 11 years, he’s been a member of The Strategic Coach® Program, an experience he’s found “life changing and game changing.” In this episode, Greg shares some of the invaluable wisdom he’s gained from Strategic Coach® and why his entrepreneurial life is easier now. H…

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064: Triad Member - Unlocking Rapid Growth by Empowering Your Team & The Power of Selfless Leadership with Jordan Flowers 1:04:30

2M ago1:04:30

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In this episode, I’m talking to Triad member and financial advisor Jordan Flowers who leads Wealth Financial Services & Tax Advisory along with his father Thomas. When Jordan and his company first joined Triad in 2022, they had roughly $20 million of AUM. Fast-forward to 2023 and they nearly doubled their total assets to $39.4 million. And what’s e…

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Episode 177: George Schire 1:10:56

2M ago1:10:56

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Wrestling author, and historian, George Schire returns to talk about territory titles and discuss the history of regional and mid card titles. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbennyBy Dan Sebastiano & Benny Scala

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150. Eric Vickrey: ’80s Cardinals, ’46 Spokane Indians, & ’11 Game Six Heroics 34:12

2M ago34:12

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Eric Vickrey is a Cardinals fan living in Seattle who has also developed a soft spot for the Mariners. He fell in love with the game thanks to growing up in the St. Louis area and developing a penchant for collecting baseball cards as a kid. Eric is also the author of two baseball books, including his latest about post World War II baseball and the…

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Episode 176 - "Downtown" Denny Brown 56:29

2M ago56:29

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This week the guys sit down with former four time NWA Junior Heavyweight Champion "Downtown" Denny Brown. Listen as Denny shares stories from his years on the road, his territory spanning career, and his current life of exercise and fishing. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.fac…

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063: Kristi Herold - It Pays to PLAY & Building a Winning Workplace Culture 1:08:16

2M ago1:08:16

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Today, I’m chatting with Kristi Herold, a workplace culture expert who has built a multi-million-dollar global organization called JAM. Kristi founded JAM in 1996 and grew it into one of the largest adult recreational sports league providers in the world. When the 2020 pandemic forced sports to pause, Kristi and her team pivoted to helping corporat…

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149. David Tinnes: Connecting with the Game at Citi, Catch Hoppin’ in Rochester, & Baseball as a Special Language 46:57

2M ago46:57

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David Tinnes is a Mets fan from Rochester, New York who found the game in 2017 after he was asked to chaperone a school field trip to Citi Field. Since that trip, David has jumped in head-first with baseball, including taking on his own year of playing catch every single day. Anna and David discuss what hooked him on the Mets, some of the lessons h…

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062: James Conole - How a Financial Advisor Used YouTube to Generate $400M+ of AUM 1:07:45

3M ago1:07:45

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Today, I’m talking with James Conole, a financial advisor and the founder of Root Financial Partners, a fast-growing RIA with over $400 million AUM. Between his Ready for Retirement podcast and James Conole, CFP® YouTube channel, James has generated over 10 million views and listens in the last 12 months alone. That traffic led to over 700 inbound …

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Episode 175: Bob Cook 1:12:44

3M ago1:12:44

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This week the guys sit down with WCW, WWF, and NWA veteran Bob Cook as talks about training under Boris Malenko, his years in the business, his feelings towards Buzz Sawyer, and his current role as Social Media Coordinator for the Cauliflower Alley Club. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: ht…

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Extra Innings: The Young Professor, Matt Graifer, and the Banana Ball Phenomenon 37:39

3M ago37:39

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Since we last chatted with Matt Graifer, affectionately known as The Young Professor, he's embarked on an extraordinary journey from the classroom to the ballpark as the in-game host for none other than The Savannah Bananas. Just two summers ago, Matt juggled multiple roles as a full-time teacher, the on-field host for the Daytona Tortugas, and the…

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148. David Ostrowsky: Roberto Alomar, Other Fallen Stars, & The Dilemma of Idolizing Athletes 32:47

3M ago32:47

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David Ostrowsky is a Red Sox fan and author from the Boston area. In this episode, Anna and David explore the nostalgic charm of Fenway Park and the early 2000 Red Sox, as well as David’s latest biography on Roberto Alomar. Alomar, a once celebrated Hall of Famer known for his remarkable career as a second baseman, has recently faced a downfall due…

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061: Jeffrey Shaw - Attracting Ultra-Wealthy Clientele and Becoming a Photographer to the Stars 1:19:59

3M ago1:19:59

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This week, I’m talking with Jeffrey Shaw, who is an entrepreneur, business coach, and one of the most preeminent portrait photographers in the United States. His portraits have appeared on The Oprah Show, CBS News, in People and O Magazine, and even hang on the walls of Harvard University. His unique style made him the go-to photographer for renown…

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Episode 174 - Wrestling Society Network 1:05:16

3M ago1:05:16

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Herman "Professor Bear" Cade, the president of WSN, sits down with the guys to talk about the growing Wrestling Society Network, a video and podcast network with a plethora of content covering all things wrestling. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenn…

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An Entrepreneurial Life On Your Own Terms, With Ken Robinson 22:55

3M ago22:55

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Ken Robinson had a certain idea about how to be a more valuable financial planner than most. And when he couldn’t find anyone to hire him to do it, he created his own opportunity. In this episode, Ken shares the business lessons and entrepreneur ideas that led him to his success in holistic financial planning, and what’s allowed him to bring the gr…

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147. Scott Bolohan: Coaching Kids, Guiding Yankee Stadium Tours, & Creating a Home for Baseball Literature 41:47

3M ago41:47

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Scott Bolohan grew up outside of Detroit and is a long-time Tigers fan, who also has a soft spot for the Yankees, thanks to his job as a Yankee Stadium Tour Guide. Scott played baseball his whole life, even after suffering a UCL tear in high school, and still travels to Italy each year to play a tournament with his grad school team the Oxford Kings…

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060: Triad Member – Authentic Brand Messaging, Acquiring a Tax Practice, and Building a Moat Against AI with Mike & Jess Panico 1:25:54

3M ago1:25:54

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Today, I’m sitting down with Triad Members Mike and Jess Panico, the husband-and-wife founders of Arcadia Financial. Mike and Jess are living proof that you can have success in our industry at a young age — and they’ll tell you exactly how they did it. After taking the leap to start a practice in their 20s, Mike and Jess have quickly grown Arcadia …

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Episode 173: The Life of Bobby "The Brain" Heenan 1:08:17

3M ago1:08:17

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In their first ever live stream the guys sit down with Jessica Solt, the daughter of the legendary Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, as she talks about her father's career, influence on wrestling, and the story of the man behind the iconic voice. Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebo…

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