Come with us as we journey to Tony's Pizza in San Francisco. Today's episode was recorded with five friends as we ventured to North Beach to feast on a variety of pizzas and appetizers at Tony's. Our conversation explores pizza, New York/New Jersey, and all things North Beach.

James Leung and I recently traveled with his family to Alaska. We made stops in Anchorage, Denali, and Cooper Landing, and had a chance to try some great food along the way. In this episode, we highlight some of our favorite restaurants in Alaska and discuss local food such as salmon, berries, and spruce tips. The featured restaurant for this episo…

In this episode, I'm joined by my old college friend Chika Agwu. Chika highlights several black-owned restaurants in the various cities he's lived in, including New Orleans, Houston, and Boston. His featured restaurant is Desi Vega's - a high-end steakhouse in New Orleans that serves up prime steaks and great seafood. We also spend some time remini…

In this episode, I'm joined by my old college friend Chika Agwu. Chika highlights several black-owned restaurants in the various cities he's lived in, including New Orleans, Houston, and Boston. His featured restaurant is Desi Vega's - a high-end steakhouse in New Orleans that serves up prime steaks and great seafood. We also spend some time remini…

Andy Chan recently published a new book called Dynamic Balance. The book covers a wide spectrum of health and fitness topics, including diet and nutrition. In this episode, Andy gives an overview of the book, goes into detail about the importance of diet in living a balanced and healthy lifestyle, and shares about his journey to becoming a publishe…

Patrick Yoo grew up in Southern California, an area with one of the largest Korean populations in America. As a Korean American growing up in a place with great Korean food, Patrick always had an appreciation for the cuisine - especially for Korean BBQ. In this Episode, Patrick features a KBBQ restaurant called Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong, located in Ko…

Danny Chang makes his second appearance on the podcast in this impromptu episode recorded at Fogo de Chão in San Francisco. Danny and I went to Fogo on a Tuesday night for the happy hour and enjoyed indoor dining in SF for the first time since the pandemic started. In this episode, we talk about the experience at Fogo, and some of our recent dining…

In this episode, my cousin Marta shares about her journey moving from Pennsylvania to Colorado to take on a role as a personal chef. She also talks about previous roles she's had in the restaurant industry, and reveals some of her favorite kitchen gadgets. Her featured restaurant for this episode is Rocky Mountain Taco - a local favorite in Minturn…

Will Alonso is a part-owner / general manager of a tea shop called Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea. Yifang is a Taiwan-based tea franchise that offers a wide variety of teas, including brown sugar, mango, and taro. Will opened his location about a month ago in the Inner Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco. In this episode, Will gives an overview of the sh…

About Adam Grossman Adam D. Grossman is the Founder and Executive Chairman of the Board of Papa & Barkley, a leading California wellness company selling cannabis-based pain and wellness products including topical balms and transdermal patches, along with consumables including tinctures and capsules. Prior to Papa & Barkley, Adam was the Chief Opera…

About Andy Hendel Andrew “Andy” Hendel has been the affiliate owner of CrossFit Charlotte since 2007. Before CrossFit, Andy was a college and high school football coach. He also played football professionally in the USFL and the NFL. Andy has been married 32 years to his wife, Dina, and has two children, Spencer and Andee, and is a grandfather to t…

About Steven Leung Steven is Canopy's Head of Confectionery, responsible for CBD gummies in the US, and also chocolates and gummies in Canada. Prior to that, Steven was Senior Director of US Product Portfolio at Canopy Growth. Previously, Steven held a number of roles in strategy and innovation, most recently served as Global Director of Innovation…

About Crystal Guess Crystal Guess serves as the head of client relations for wholesale at NuLeaf Naturals. She began in the bartending industry in DC before taking a leap, following her dream, and finding her people among those in the cannabis and CBD industry in Colorado. She’s proud to be part of a brand (and a movement) that offers pure, simple,…

I'm excited to welcome my Uncle Moses Valdez to the podcast this week, with a special appearance from my Grandma at the end of the episode. Mo and I dig deep into our family history in South Texas & Northern Mexico, and revisit memories from a trip we took to my Grandma's hometown, San Benito. Mo highlights two restaurants - El Sabor De Mi Tierra a…

Some of the highlights of the show include: John and Rob discussed the beginnings of Direct CBD Online as both a concept and as it developed and evolved into an all-encompassing online marketplace. John and Rob also dive into the technology behind early decision-making, such as web-hosting, as well as the innovative changes the rest of the Direct C…

About cbdMD The main guest, Pancho Mangual, is currently the EVP of Sales at cbdMD. Pancho’s background includes award-winning expertise in the radio industry, online advertising, a lot of sales, Hearst Media, and much more. Yoshi Tochicki began with cbdMD on the ground floor and has experience in cannabis cultivation. Some of the highlights of the…

About Dr. Sean Pastuch Dr. Sean Pastuch is a thought leader in the health and fitness world whose industry disrupting company, Active Life, is bridging the gap between performance and rehabilitation. Dr. Sean believes that the larger the problem, the more valuable the solution. He believes that the biggest problem worth solving is the absence of he…

Some of the highlights of the show include: Eades and Wiesehan discuss the humbling experience that often comes early on in the lives of leaders — you realize that you owe it to those below you to elevate them and treat them well. If there is a failure, which there likely will be, you have no one to blame but yourself. Small habits — with an overar…

In this episode, I'm joined by my good friend and former college roommate, Andy Chan. Andy gives an overview of the food in Hong Kong and highlights some of his favorite restaurants. We also reminisce on memories from college, and look back on other food experiences we've had since that time.

Some of the highlights of the show include: Cynthia’s second TED Talk occurred after being hospitalized for more than two weeks with sepsis from a ruptured appendix. Cynthia, coming back from the brink of death after being a healthy person her entire life, was reaffirmed in her belief that “mindset is everything.” According to Cynthia, making a lif…

In this episode, Alvin highlights two of his favorite restaurants, Art's Cafe and King of Noodle, both located in his neighborhood in San Francisco. Alvin and I also discuss a recent trip we took to Kenya, and highlight some of the food we had there. To wrap things up, Alvin shares about his newfound interest in baking sourdough bread, and his ambi…

A podcast about life, wellness, becoming a better person — and everything in between. Join entrepreneur, dreamer, family-man, and CEO/Owner of Direct CBD Online John Wiesehan III every month as he talks about how he's gotten where he is in life with the role models he continues to use for inspiration.…

In this episode, my good friend Danny Chang takes the role of the host while I'm put in the hot seat. Danny asks me about how the podcast got started, what my favorite restaurants in SF are, and where I go for late night food. We also discuss my featured restaurant - One Market, located in Downtown SF.…

In this episode, Sabi DuBose features her favorite local restaurant Gyros King - a halal restaurant located near her home in Aurora, Colorado. As part of her Islamic faith, Sabi follows a halal diet, which makes Gyros King a frequent destination. Sabi has also developed an interest in both Mediterranean and Moroccan food - two types of cuisine with…

In this episode, Alan Zheng returns to his childhood neighborhood of Oakland Chinatown and reminisces on his experience growing up there. He shares his story in the context of broader cultural shifts, as Oakland Chinatown has gradually become gentrified similar to many Chinatowns across the United States. Alan also shares about some of his favorite…

Brad de Raad took a cooking class in San Francisco last year and it opened his eyes to new techniques and recipes. He's enjoyed baking different kinds of bread and has especially enjoyed baking pumpkin bread during the fall season. In this episode, Brad and I discuss his newfound interest in cooking and baking, we give an overview of our breakfast …

Jess Feng lives in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. She loves sweets, and frequently enjoys checking out ice cream shops and other dessert places. One of her favorite spots in the neighborhood was Daly Pie, before it recently closed down. In this episode, Jess reminisces on her experiences at Daly Pie, shares her passion for ice cream…

Adam Miller grew up in Houston and has spent a significant amount of time living in Austin as well. His culinary interests have been shaped by a region with deep roots in BBQ as well as Mexican food. Things changed for Adam two years ago when he moved to San Francisco. He developed a newfound interest in ramen and other types of Asian food. In this…

Matt Behlke loves to cook. He regularly spends between 5-10 hours a week cooking breakfast and dinner, and makes a conscious effort to try new recipes every day. As he has continued to explore new cuisine, Matt was inspired to start a food project where he will research different regions around the world and immerse himself in the cuisine of that r…

CeeCee Weaver and her husband Ken live in the Twin Peaks neighborhood of San Francisco. Living in Twin Peaks gives them easy access to great neighborhoods like the Castro, the Mission and Noe Valley. One of the great dining experiences near CeeCee's neighborhood is U : Dessert Story - a small cafe that specializes in Asian-inspired sweets. In this …

In this episode, Brendon and I enjoy the atmosphere at Noosh while exploring the topic of comfort food. Brendon describes what the term "comfort food" means to him, and gives examples of his favorite comfort foods. He also explains his strategy for making good meals throughout the work-week in a busy city like San Francisco.…

Justin Kim grew up in a small city in Korea and has lived in the US since he was 15. He says he can find most of the foods he grew up with in the Bay Area, however, he did not have the same experience when he lived in Kansas and Indiana. In this episode, Justin and I talk about his transition to the US, we discuss the food from his home region, and…

Syd Aslami grew up eating Afghan food, and always seeks out the best Afghan restaurants. After living in the Bay Area for several years, he says De Afghanan takes the cake as the best Afghan restaurant in San Francisco. In this episode, Syd and I discuss Afghan cuisine, the Polk Gulch neighborhood, and his hometown of Bloomington, Indiana.…

Alvin Hsieh was borned and raised in San Francisco. Growing up, he learned the phrase "If you leave your house and you can't find food, you're not in San Francisco." In today's episode, Alvin and I dine at Original Joe's - an Italian restaurant that was founded in 1937. Alvin gives an overview of the food scene in SF and recommends some of his favo…

Michel and I dive into the food and culture of Oakland at Luka's Taproom. Michel explains why Tuesday's are the best night at Luka's and why Luka's is one of the many reasons he's loved calling Oakland home for the last six years. He also explains why everyone should check out "First Friday's" in Oakland to get the full neighborhood experience.…

MJ and I enjoy Filipino food at a restaurant called Likha in the Bay Area. MJ describes how the history of the Philippines has shaped the food culture, and what some of his favorite seafood is in the Phillipines. He also explains why Anthony Bourdain called Filipino food the "next big thing," and discusses why he is proud to be an immigrant.…

Matt Litwiller discusses the food of Chicago, including deep dish pizza, Italian beef, and Chicago style hot dogs. He explains why Sarkis is his favorite restaurant in the Chicago area and provides a candid take on NY vs Chicago pizza.

Diego and I enjoy Panuchos at Taqueria Los Mayas - a Yucatán inspired restaurant in the Richmond district of San Francisco. Diego explains why he likes this restaurant and talks about the food in his home city of Guadalajara.

Viraj discusses Indian food, including the food in his home city Mumbai. He also recommends three dishes to order at an Indian restaurant, and examines the difference between Indian food in the US and Indian food back in his home country.

Nathan and I discuss Italian food in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco, as well as what Nathan looks for in a restaurant beyond the food they serve.

Why sell now instead of waiting until spring? There are five reasons I want to share with you today. Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report Why should you consider listing your house now instead of waiting until spring? There are five key reasons: 1. There is low invent…

The $15,000 down payment assistance program has just been rolled out. This program will help a lot of first-time buyers afford a home. Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report Heather Dodson is with us today to get you up to date on some breaking news in real estate. The …

I just wanted to briefly wish all of our clients a Happy Halloween and to invite all of you to our annual Pumpkin Party this Saturday. Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report I wanted to wish you a Happy Halloween and invite you to one of our upcoming events. Our annual …

Fall is a great time to sell a home, but you need to change a few things when it comes to showing your home. Since the season is different, you want to present your home differently. Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report If you plan on selling your home in the fall, th…

Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report We’ve seen some great trends taking hold here in the Greensboro market, and we’re excited to talk to you about them. June 2016 continues a trend from the beginning of this year of increased home sales. The 708 closed sales in Guilf…

Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report The Greensboro real estate market in the first quarter of 2016 is off to an unprecedented start. Closed units are up almost 15% from 1,200 last year to nearly 1,400 this year. The number of homes closing this year looks like it wil…

Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report Today, I’ll discuss why Zillow cannot accurately price your home in the surrounding Greensboro area. According to the LA Times, Zillow is a good start for finding a home price. However, the value they provide can be as much as 10% …

Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report Today we will be discussing how to time the spring market in the Triad if you're trying to sell your home. Should you put your home on the market now, or wait until there is more activity? We're going to explain what you should do …

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Looking to buy a Greensboro home? Search all homes for sale Selling your Greensboro home? Get a FREE home value report Today we just have a very simple message for you. It's not about real estate, interest rates, or how to sell your home for top dollar. We just want to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! No matter how you celebrate dur…