The Ready Set Blow Podcast is brought to you each and every Wednesday by Randy Valerio. Randy is a LA-based comedian and podcaster originally hailing from Queens, New York. He tries to make sense of his life and the world around him every week on the podcast by sharing crazy ideas, news, stories, and his adventures with his guests and the listeners.
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Tim, Derek, and Dan talk about current video games.
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Host Zac Barclay is a former stand up comic, living in the Midwest, doing the daily grind. Through Those Who Do, Zac examines the the successes, struggles, interests, fears, skills, hobbies, and careers of people through conversations with those from all walks of life, exploring how different upbringing, lifestyles and environments shape how very different people manage the very same things. This podcast is co-produced by Tony Forsmark. Tony Forsmark is a working actor (Vice, Documentary Now ...
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The Lifestyle Flipper Show is the journey of Matt Scott, his friends, family and experiences in eCommerce. Discover how a 30-something-year-old father and husband who was hell-bent on creating a life away from the usual 9-to-5 grind built a lifestyle business around eCommerce in Australia.
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Each 365 Brothers episode offers a deep dive into the lives and experiences of suucessful, engaging and inspiring Black men from diverse professions. We received a 2023 "Best Podcast Episode" Webby Honor and have stayed on Feedspot's Top 100 Black Podcasts to Follow list since 2021. From electricians to venture capitalists, composers to data scientists, these guests offer a wealth of wisdom and insight. Join host Rahbin Shyne as she engages in intimate, meaningful conversations with these 36 ...
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In 1983, my father, a hardworking blue-collar worker, made a life-altering decision for our family. Faced with the choice of my education, he chose to send me to a private Catholic high school, despite the financial challenges. His reason was simple yet profound: “My job is to leave the pile higher for you and your sister.” This statement, a guiding principle of his life, didn't fully resonate with me until after his untimely passing in 2018. It's this legacy of selflessness and commitment t ...
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My name is Jimmy DeFalco and I am a recovering Drug Addict. I grew up in a Wolf of Wall Street type of environment. My father made millions of $$'s all while partying with Hard Core Drugs everyday. This warped my perception of reality and eventually led to me to become a drug addict myself, hooked on Opiates and Xanax. Over the last 2 years I have made one of the most drastic transformations physically, mentally and emotionally. My goal in starting this Podcast and my is to provide, Hope, In ...
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Garrett Weinzierl is a nerd. He hosts podcasts about things like Hearthstone and Heroes of the Storm. Sometimes he wants to talk about things other than Hearthstone and Heroes of the Storm. So we find ourselves here where he gets to talk about things like other games, cars, cocktails, and a plethora of Q&A.
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It’s easy to get lost in the daily grind of life and business. We need to have the right people in our lives if we want to succeed. If you had a childhood like me, you were probably told, "if you run with dogs, you're gonna get fleas". I prefer the late, great Jim Rohn's version, "you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with." This is a principle that I based my company, Up Your Average LLC. on. Do you want to increase your chances of success? One of the best places to ...
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Join Kyle Federline each week as he discusses with other guests how their children have grown up in a time where it’s cool to be a nerd. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/parent-quest/support
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1. Chronic law - Nah Dead Poor 2. (One Wish Riddim) - 3wes - Prove 3. (One Wish Riddim) - K-Hutch - Nuh Sure 4. (One Wish Riddim) - Dadon - Chosen 5. (One Wish Riddim) - Iya champs - One Wish 6. (One Wish Riddim) Fhokuss - Reasoning 7. (One Wish Riddim) Zelle Boss - Fight The Fight 8. (Algoriddim) - IWaata - Believe 9. (Algoriddim) - Teflon Young King - Rise 10. (Algoriddim) - Lavisch - No Realness 11. (Algoriddim) - Algoriddim - Instrumental 12. (Fornication Riddim) - Hitmaker - Fornicate 1 ...
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Chase Abel joins Randy back in studio in LA. The boys are fresh off a big Chinese buffet lunch, so they open the show talking about their favorite dishes. Randy starts a discussion about crimes of passion. The fellas move on to discuss the current protests and unrest on college campuses. Chase talks about his plan, or lack thereof, to payback his s…
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Profiles of Racial Profiling on this 4th Anniversary of George Floyd's Murder
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In the four year's since George Floyd's murder we've seen some progress in how policing is done in the United States. The issues underlying the disparate treatment of Black men by police are complex and entrenched. This episode is a newly edited reworking of prior episodes that focused on various guests responses to questions related to experiences…
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The very funny Riley Lassin joins Randy on the show this week. The two open the show by discussing their start in comedy. They talk about how hard work and perseverance usually beats talent. The show takes a long and hilarious detour when Riley shares her struggle dealing with a medical condition called vaginismus. She goes on to discuss how she fi…
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Single Father Life with Social Worker Rickard Jean-Noel
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Rickard Jean-Noel is a Fordham University trained Social Worker. He is dedicated to providing social and emotional support services to diverse communities throughout the greater New York City area. His psychotherapeutic work has been mainly with adolescents and young adults, particularly those in minority communities suffering with anxiety, depress…
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Those Who Did: Wizard World Comic Con w/ Chad Lindberg & James C. Burns
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Before there was Those Who Do, there was Those Who Did. Prior to beginning Those Who Do: The Podcast, Zac and his buddy Eric traveled to comic book conventions in the hopes of talking to convention goers and industry festivals alike to find out why they did...what they did. In this episode from the archives, Zac and Eric talk to Chad Lindberg (Supe…
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Ep. 402 Shapel Lacey - Anger Management
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Randy welcomes the hilarious Shapel Lacey to the podcast. The boys open the show talking about their favorite game shows from their youth. This leads to a conversation about 80s and 90s action movies. Randy moves on to talk about surviving in the wilderness and how intimidating wild animals are. Shapel wonders aloud about living a simpler, hunter-g…
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Unlocking Love with Emotional Locksmith Ashanti Branch
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Ashanti Branch is the Founder and Executive Director of the Ever Forward Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the dropout rate through youth mentorship. He has created the award-winning #MillionMaskMovement with 75,000 participants worldwide. He is a recipient of the 2023 US Surgeon General’s Medallion, 4x Tedx speaker, podcaste…
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Those Who Do: Surgeon w/ Lily Erdahl M.D.
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Dr. Lily Erdahl is a loving single mother of two children originally from Iowa City, Iowa. She's also an accomplished surgeon, educator, and podcast host. In this episode, Lily discusses her voyage from Iowa State University as a wide eyed undergrad through her medical training in Pennsylvania and Minnesota to her current position at the acclaimed …
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Ep. 401 George Dulcich - AI and the Depression Algorithm
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George Dulcich, comedian and podcast editor extraordinaire, is back on the podcast. George opens the show talking about doing Croatian-themed comedy shows. Randy talks about closing multi-million dollar deals at his day job while touring with Jeff Dye and Josh Nelson. Randy asks the boys if they would prefer an Asian or Eastern European mail-order …
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Career Transitions In The New Economy with Career Coach Jonathan Dumas
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Career Transition Coach and Organizational Psychologist Jonathan Dumas knows that work can be fulfilling and helps others make the transition into careers that match their skills, talents and values. He's also lived the transition. His insights on the work aspirations and career context for Millenials and Generation Z. The conversation touches on t…
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Ep. 400 Sophia Locke - Pros vs. Civilians
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Randy welcomes bonafide adult industry star Sophia Locke to the show. The two open the show talking about how an internet meme of Sophia called “Italian Gangbang” got them acquainted. Sophia talks about how she got into the industry, took some time off for a relationship and then returned to the industry. Randy asks Sophia how Only Fans and similar…
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Being a Self Assured Black Man is Entrepreneur Sherman Perryman's Militant Grind
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Sherman Perryman is an entrepreneur, lifestyle coach and author. His studies at Morehouse College and the USC Ross program in real estate laid the foundation for his ambitions, blending real world savvy with scholarly insight. He was among the entrepreneurs featured in the docuseries Black Business Los Angeles. Raised in Carson and Los Angeles and …
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Ep. 399 Nate Roscoe - Real Conspiracy Theories
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Florida’s-own Nate Roscoe is back on the podcast. The fellas open the show talking about positive stereotypes. Randy asks Nate who he’s got in the upcoming World War 3. Nate talks about his short time in the military, how poorly soldiers are actually treated and his dislike of Americans fighting in foreign wars. The boys move on and discuss the asc…
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Serving after 9-11 And Our Never Ending Dissatisfaction with Presidents - Sports Agent and Veteran, Adam Spencer
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Mr. Adam Lee Spencer is a sports agent and sports business consultant. He provides his expertise on topics concerning the player, venue, arena, rights holders, marketing, and sponsorship to major sporting organizations, both domestic and international. His insights on how war has changed our international relationships and on domestic politics are …
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Ep. 398 Dean Gonzalez - Clout Chasing
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Randy has the very funny and talented Dean Gonzalez back on the show. Dean reviews his first year in LA. Randy asks Dean what he misses most about Miami. The fellas get into a deep conversation about their goals in comedy and show business. Dean pumps Randy up and gives him some advice on not being too humble, telling Randy it's not clout chasing t…
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Eugene Williams on Black Heroes - The Ones We Love And Those Some Would Disown
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This thought-provoking conversation with Eugene Williams is a deep dive into the events that lift us up and those that break our hearts. Our heroes come in many varieties and we touch on many--from Martin Luther King Jr. to Bill Cosby, Malcolm X to Cornell West. In Eugene's case, his parents were also heroes. His late father an activist that influe…
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Ep. 397 Xander Beltran - What are Friends For?
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Xander Beltran is back on the show this week. The boys kick off talking about Xander’s YouTube comedy special. Super-producer Mike Nell tells the fellas about the Dune 2 phenomenon, which leads to a discussion about going to the movies. Xander talks about all the random terrible jobs he used to have. Randy asks Xander to rank his favorite sauces. X…
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Those Who Do: Renaissance Man w/James C. Burns
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James C. Burns is an actor (Michael Bay’s Transformers), musician, and voice artist (Sergeant Frank Woods – Call of Duty Black Ops). Most importantly, he’s a master raconteur. I’ve known James for over 10 years and he was the first entertainment industry interview back when I was just a podcasting baby. You don’t interview James. He’s a force of na…
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Ep. 396 Mac Lawson - Triggering Men
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Miami-based comedian Mac Lawson joins Randy in studio this week. Mac shares how people on social media convinced her to get her starts in comedy. Randy asks Mac about being an OF creator and not actually sharing scandalous pics. The two debate why showing a nipple is considered adult content, but the rest of the boob is not. Randy asks Mac about be…
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Those Who Do: Editing/Directing for Television w/David Greenspan
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David Greenspan is an editor and director known for Grey’s Anatomy and Station 19. He’s originally from Long Island, NY and followed a somewhat unconventional route from Long Island, through an education in finance and time studying abroad in Japan to finally land on a successful career in the entertainment industry. David shares his story through …
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Inclusive Excellence: S.W.O.T. Analysis for An Impactful Legacy with Berthine Crèvecoeur West
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In this special episode of "Leave the Pile Higher, Grow Your Legacy," I'm thrilled to welcome Berthine Crèvecoeur West, not only a close friend but also my esteemed business coach. At the heart of her acclaimed career in business strategy and executive consulting is her expertise in performing S.W.O.T. analysis for her clients, making it only fitti…
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Ep. 395 Joe Bartnick - Drinking Buddies
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Randy welcomes comedian Joe Bartnick back to the show on St. Patrick's Day. The open up talking about their mutual love of drinking. The fellas discuss having to go to parties and having to talk to boring people. Randy talks about the cancellation of historical figures. The boys talk about working strange towns on the road. Somehow, the gents have …
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Faith, Grind, and Grace: The Essence of Emery Sumberlin's Journey
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In this can't-miss episode, we dive deep with Emery Sumberlin, a force of nature from Fort Worth, Texas, whose life story is a masterclass in faith, grind, and legacy. From the early days shaped by a strong pastoral family background to becoming a beacon of entrepreneurship and community advocacy, Emery's journey is nothing short of inspirational. …
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This week Randy is joined by his buddy and fellow comic Vinny Fasline. They open the show talking about getting work done and looking good in Hollywood. Randy ask Vinny about his recovery from a brain tumor and getting a Make-a-Wish. The boys talk about the victim mentality and people getting offended on social media. Vinny talk about dating instag…
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Legacy in Action: Broderick Williams' Journey from Vision to Impact
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In this captivating episode of "Leave the Pile Higher, Grow Your Legacy," we invite you into the inspiring world of Broderick Williams, a man whose life work is a testament to the power of resilience, education, and the spirit of community. From the streets of South Side Fort Worth to the forefront of entrepreneurial success and social activism, Br…
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Randy welcomes first-timer Mandy Martino to the show. They open up talking about Shane Gillis hosting SNL. Randy enlightens Mandy on great trash TV shows. Mandy tells him about some of the fun stories from her new podcast 'Weirdly Obessed'. They move on to talk about relationships and Randy asks Mandy what her biggest pet peeves are in a relationsh…
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Comedian and motivational speaker Chris Bowers is this week’s guest. Randy opens the show asking Bowers about his unique fashion sense. The boys talk about coming up with new comedy material. Bowers shares how he got into motivational speaking. They move on and talk about making a move on a first date. Randy asks Bowers about his stint as a comedy …
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Those Who Do: First Generation American w/Kedo Osmancevic
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Kedo Osmancevic is a husband and father. He's also a first generation Bosnian American. In this episode, Kedo tells how his family emigrated from Bosnia during the war and what led them to eventually settle in Waterloo, IA. He explains how his culture is important to him and how it shaped his past, present, and future. Kedo's stories of the clash o…
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The great Shaun Latham joins Randy on the show. Shaun opens the show talking about hillbillies and driving in a demolition derby. Randy asks Shaun about his cooking show $20 Chef that was formerly on Barstool Sports. The guys talk about the New York comedy scene after Shaun’s stint in NYC. The fellas try to explain what it feels like to be on stage…
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Original co-host of the Ready Set Blow Podcast, Chase Abel, is back on the show for a special taping from Nashville. The boys open the show talking about showing up to someone’s home unannounced. Randy talks about finding your significant other’s flaws amusing. They have a conversation about becoming a guru. Chase drops some more “Chase-isms” for t…
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Those Who Do: Starting a Boudoir Studio w/David Byrd
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David Byrd is an award winning photographer and Photoshop artist. He’s a husband and devoted father to two very young children. David has mastered many genres of photography and in this episode he shares how he is using those skills and experience to open a Boudoir photography studio in Denver, Colorado – Legend by David Byrd. From his roots as a y…
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Randy welcomes Joe Begley back to the podcast for a special episode recorded at The Creek and Cave in Austin Texas. The fellas kick off the show talking about how they got started together in Boston. Randy talks about the drastic change in his life from working in high finance to comedy. The boys talk about the early dreams they had when they got s…
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Those Who Do: Psych Nurse Practitioner w/Cassy Lensing
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Cassy Lensing is a tattooed, dyed haired former wild child. She’s also a devoted mother and board certified Psych Nurse Practitioner. In this episode, Cassy talks about how getting pregnant at 19 completely changed the course of her life for the better. She shares her journey from life in small town Iowa working at her dad’s gas station to Nurse Pr…
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The hilarious Josh Nelson makes his triumphant return to the show. The boys open the show talking about Josh and Jeff Dye's new podcast "Everybody's Got a Price" and how people can be bought. They shift gears and talk a little about the business of pro sports. Randy asks Josh about his strategies for hitting on women. This leads to a conversation a…
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Randy welcomes fellow comedian Thomas Mitchell to the show. The boys open the show talking about unfortnate last names. Thomas brings up the old D.A.R.E. anti-drug program. This leads to a convo about the most recent teacher-student sex scandal. The fellas shift gears and talk a little NFL football. Randy brings up the decline in television program…
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Comedian and first-time guest Jamario McClain, a.k.a. the black John McClain, joins Randy on the show. They open the show talking about Bruce Willis and the Die Hard series. They put an end to the debate on whether the original Die Hard is a Christmas movies. Jamario talks about having smart teenage kids. Randy asks Jamario the culture shock of lea…
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Elevating Your Legacy: A Conversation with Jayson Stone
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Welcome to the very first episode of 2024 on "Elevating Your Legacy." In this inspiring episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with coach, speaker, educator, author, and philanthropist, Jayson Stone. Jayson's journey is a testament to hard work, sacrifice, and a burning desire to create a lasting legacy. From being a valedictorian in high s…
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Randy welcomes comedian David Hahn back to the show for a special January 6th (J6) anniversary episode. Randy asks Dave where Koreans rank amongst Asian cultures. This leads to a conversation about asian commerce and the use of quasi-slave labor. Dave tells the tale of how his parents immigrated to the US and ended up in the rural mid-west. Randy t…
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Nathan Loe makes his triumphant return to LA and the Ready Set Blow Podcast. The boys open up the show talking about having their grandmothers as podcast guests. The move on to talk about male vs. female grooming habits. Randy talks about petty political policies that can actually be achieved. Nate talks about the differences of living in Atlanta v…
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Randy welcomes comedian Nate Roscoe all the way in from Florida. They open up talking about Nate’s very brief stint in the military. Randy moves on and ask’s Nate about a very controversial question he asked during his YouTube man-on-the-street series. Nate talks about quitting masturbation. This leads to a conversation about the potential of havin…
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Randy has his good buddy and fellow comic, Jeff Zenisek, back on the show. The boys open the show discussing the beverages of their youth. They move on to discuss dating in the feminism 2.0 era. Jeff Z talks about his experience in Home Economics and Shop classes in high school. This leads to a conversation about the pottery scene in the movie Ghos…
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The hilarious Laurie Douglas joins Randy for this episode of the podcast. The two open the podcast talking about how they passed the time during the pandemic. Laurie talks about having to deal with a day job. Randy asks Laurie about Texas culture. Randy wonders aloud what teenage Jesus was like. Laurie discusses being raised as a Christian Scientis…
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December 4th's Trifecta: Reflecting on Legacy, Fraternity and Milestones
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Welcome to a special anniversary episode of "Leave the Pile Higher, Grow Your Legacy!" Today, we're commemorating a triple celebration – December 4th holds immense significance in my life. It marks my Dad's birthday, the driving inspiration behind the inception of this podcast, Founders Day for my beloved fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, and now, it's …
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Comedian and actor Avra Friedman joins Randy on this week’s episode. They open the show discussing people’s short, TikTok-driven attention spans. Randy asks Avra about her families reaction to her desire to be in show business. Avra talks about getting her start in comedy in NYC and LA. Avra turns the tables and asks Randy about his family backgrou…
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From Dad Bod To Father Figure with Kristoffer Koerper
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This week the fantastic Kristoffer Koerper joins me to talk about his program Full Strength Father and how he helps encourage guys to not only stay physically fit but also mentally in shape as well. You can check out his Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/fullstrengthfather/ As for me you can find Parent Quest on any social media platfo…
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Those Who Do: Creating Reality w/ Ernesto De La O
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Ernesto De La O is a husband and father born and raised in California. He’s just like you and me. He takes his kids to football games, has slip and slide parties in the back yard, and hosts sleep overs for his children’s friends. It also just so happens he’s an editor for reality television shows. Which ones you ask? The answer is yes. Ernesto’s re…
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Real Talk with Khalid Scott: Insights on Redefining Strength and Shattering Mental Health Stigma
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In the often unspoken depths of the African American community, the shadows of mental health struggles cast a significant presence. Among these challenges, an undeniable stigma persists, especially for African American men. Today, we confront this issue directly, with the aim of dispelling misconceptions and fostering a dialogue that transcends bar…
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Those Who Do: Army Ranger Part II w/ Tom Flaherty
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This is the conclusion of our conversation with Tom Flaherty about his time as an Army Ranger, military instructor and special operations helicopter pilot. We pick up as Tom recounts his part in the famous military operation that rescued young solider Jessica Lynch from an Iraqi hospital after she was taken prisoner of war as well as the subsequent…
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Randy welcomes Nacya Marreiro back to the show. Nacya talks about her recent trip to Europe to do a Portuguese TV show. Randy talks about how butts are now more popular than boobs and the rise of the BBL. They move on to talk about sober October and No Nut November. Nacya tells the tale of accidentally eating mushrooms at a major celebrities house.…
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Those Who Do: Army Ranger w/ Tom Flaherty
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Tom Flaherty is a husband and father from Cedar Falls, IA. He is also retired from a full career (22 years) in the United States Army where he was part of the Army’s premier direct-action raid force, the 75th Ranger Regiment. He was also a mountaineering instructor and helicopter pilot who flew special operations missions in multiple theatres. Tom …
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