Send us a Text Message. John A. Logan grew up in a well-to-do household in Murphysboro, Illinois, in the years before the Civil War. He had political ambitions early, maybe even from the moment he took his first breath, but the trajectory of his career took some remarkable turns. In this episode, I talk with Betsy Brown and Laura Varner from the Ge…

Send us a Text Message. Aaron Brown is a writer, teacher, and lifelong resident of the Mesabi Iron Range, an area that has produced an enormous share of the iron ore that built America and won two world wars. In this episode, we take a look at the Iron Ranges of Minnesota with Aaron Brown as our guide. Aaron describes the geography of mining in Min…

Ron Finch is a legendary custom bike builder and metal artist. He has been been featured in print media, museums and television shows around the world throughout his 60 plus year career of custom motorcycles building and art. He is still at it everyday building, painting, customizing, creating and displaying his work in galleries and museums. Pleas…

Send us a Text Message. Some people have the outdoors in their blood. Will Collins is one of them. From the time he attended his first summer camp as a child, he felt drawn to the outdoors. In this episode, I talk with Will about his path from childhood summer camps in Wisconsin to multi-week expeditions in remote areas. In 2017, he paddled source-…

Baker Drivetrain is the premiere choice for American v-twin transmission and drivetrain components. Today, I sit down with top dawg Scott Lerg and Bert Baker to talk about life, adventure and all things Baker drivetrain. Scott @leftylerg Bert @bakerdrivetrain Baker Drivetrain www.bakerdrivetrain.com 517 339-3835 You can find the TCGP team online at…

Garrett Peterson is a young 2 wheeler ripping around the world like the badass he is. Some know him as my & WhiskyEye's son, others just know him as the pink scooter kid. Well, he’s going to Europe today and possibly on to the entire world, who knows?! He even surprises me with some of his game plan on today's show. I love this kid and can’t wait t…

Are you a tradesperson looking to take the leap into entrepreneurship? Or maybe you're already a business owner but struggling with employee retention and creating a positive workplace atmosphere. In this episode, Logan and Jon, sit down with successful plumber turned entrepreneur, Jason Schwartzman, to discuss his journey from tradesman to busines…

Send us a Text Message. Did a 70-foot-long river behemoth really lurk in the river’s channel in the 1870s? Are there monsters in the river’s depths that have eluded us so far? In this episode, we delve deep into the Mississippi’s murky waters and mystical swamps to uncover stories about the terrifying creatures that we have imagined prowl the river…

A positive and supportive workplace atmosphere can make a huge impact on employee morale, productivity, and overall success of a company. In this episode, Logan and Jonathan uncover the crucial role of workplace atmosphere in driving team success. From employee morale and productivity to retention and organizational development, creating a positive…

Send us a Text Message. Very few people today have any memory of a relatively free-flowing Mississippi River. The scale and persistence of river engineering is staggering, and for many of us, the engineered Mississippi is the only Mississippi we have known. That’s one reason journalist Boyce Upholt’s new book is so important. In The Great River: Th…

Send us a Text Message. This year marks a major milestone, not just along the Mississippi but for conservation efforts across the United States. In June, the Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Refuge will celebrate its 100th anniversary. In this episode, I talk with Sabrina Chandler, Refuge Manager and Hallie Shulz, Visitor Services Manag…

Send us a Text Message. If you’re like me, as you’ve driven along the Mississippi River, or even around the country, you’ve noticed communities that aren’t doing too well. Many of these are older urban areas, but I see plenty of small towns struggling, too. What’s going on? Isn’t this just the free market at work? To dig into this issue, I invited …

Welcome back to Part 2 with Christian. We get really silly and start drinking wine out of pistons and smudging too much purple wisdom. Hang in there, it’s a little foggy for all of us. Christian is an engine & suspension wizard. Growing up around race tracks and choppers, his racing roots run deep. He's worked with every major brand race team you c…

What if instead of getting out of the rat race, you won the rat race? In this episode, Logan and Jonathan discuss the idea of winning in the context of the corporate world and the rat race. They interview Yamine Gluchow, who has achieved executive level status by embracing the challenges found in the rat race, opposed to running away from them. Yam…

Christian is an engine & suspension wizard. Growing up around race tracks and choppers, his racing roots run deep. He's worked with every major brand race team you can think of from Harley to Honda and everything in between. He's developed some of the world's fastest motorcycles & race programs to hit the tracks with a ton of records and #1 plates …

Send us a Text Message. For years, I’ve been visiting the places along the Mississippi and writing guidebooks about the history and culture of the towns and people. Now I’ve got something new to add to the list: a guide to the natural history of the river itself. In my new book, The Wild Mississippi: A State-by-State Guide to the River’s Natural Wo…

This week we’re at my house with my two best buds Chicken Rick and Brandon. Be sure to find them on IG, @chicken_fried_choppers and @badfishkustoms, for some cool chopper content. You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on IG. Voiced by: @thecrazygentleman Produced by: @WhiskyEye Today’s episode is brought to you …

Are you struggling to juggle multiple businesses all at once? Learn how to master the art of managing multiple businesses without drowning in chaos. Logan and Jonathan have led several successful real estate and coaching businesses. In this episode, they share their own struggles navigating and expanding their own portfolios. They tackle the pitfal…

Send us a Text Message. In July 2002, Trapper and Mandy Haskins set out an epic trip to row a handcrafted boat down the Mississippi. The boat performed great, but the grind of dodging industrial traffic around Baton Rouge wore them down, so they ended the trip at New Orleans. That decision turned out to be hard for Trapper to live with, so a few ye…

What is the secret formula to success? Success lies in surrounding yourself with the right people and finding the right mentor. In this episode, Logan is running solo and shares success pathways, mentorship, unlocking potential, and the crux of finding a mentor. He shares his personal journey, highlighting how mentors shaped his career and accompli…

Send us a Text Message. In 1924, Will Dilg and the newly formed Izaak Walton League of America fought the proposed drainage of the lush Winneshiek Bottoms near Lansing, Iowa by lobbying for the creation of a new, unprecedented-in-scope federal refuge. In less than a year, they succeeded, and the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Re…

I sit down with Paul and his son Sam backstage while we were at Mama Tried this year. Bare Knuckle Performance is the new gold standard for top quality American made parts for your Harleys and custom choppers. Go support small businesses and American made manufacturing. You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on I…

Are you prepared to take the jump from a secure 9-to-5 job? On this episode of Montreal's Elite Unleashed, Logan and Jonathan are joined by David Mancini, a seasoned mortgage specialist turned broker. David candidly shares his transition from the luxury of a guaranteed salary from a 9-to-5 job at CIBC to embracing the uncertainties and freedoms of …

Mike is a creative tool maker, fabricator, engine builder, Harley tech wizard and right hand top dog at Bareknuckle Performance. @9fingerfabrication You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on IG. Voiced by: @thecrazygentleman Produced by: @WhiskyEye Today’s episode is brought to you by: Bare Knuckle Performance ww…

Send us a Text Message. The Mississippi River has inspired artists of many stripes, including Prairie du Chien-based sculptor Florence Bird. In this episode, I talk with Bird about her path into a career as a professional artist, how she found inspiration from the Mississippi, and the details of how she goes from idea to a life-sized bronze statue.…

Brian, owner of Geared Science media, is a Milwaukee-based video and media specialist with a passion for choppers and racing. He has the Geared Science YouTube channel where he does some great interviews, product and tech videos. He also does all the behind the scenes magic for the Mama Tried podcast, Mama Tried show and Flat Out Friday. Evan Senn …

Are you hungry enough to be in real estate? On this episode of Montreal Elite Unleashed hosts Logan Boyce and Jonathan Ehrlick are joined by the multifaceted real estate professional, LJ Aguinaga. Diving into the complexities and opportunities within the Montreal real estate landscape, LJ shares his journey from a budding agent to a seasoned invest…

Behind the scenes in Milwaukee at Flat Out Friday with amazing race announcer Chatty Madi and my two good friends & racers Swiss and Andy Clark. @chatty.madi @swischeeks @class_meets_trash You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on IG. Voiced by: @thecrazygentleman Produced by: @WhiskyEye Today’s episode is brough…

Send us a Text Message. On April 8, 2024, a full solar eclipse will make is way across North America from Texas to the Northeast. It’ll cross the Mississippi River south of St. Louis. Much of southeast Missouri and all of southern Illinois will be in the path of totality, with some places experiencing the eclipse for just over four minutes, includi…

Are you safe from AI? Are the machines coming to take over? In this episode of Montreal's Elite Unleashed, Logan and Jonathan dive deep into the world of AI integration, exploring its implications for businesses and daily life. AI integration has become more than just a buzzword; it's transforming how we work, communicate, and even how we think abo…

Send us a Text Message. In The Log of the Easy Way, John Mathews wrote about a honeymoon trip he and his wife took in 1900. No, they didn’t relax at an all-inclusive resort in Jamaica; they traveled a couple thousand miles down the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers in a homemade shantyboat. Their book is just one of many written by people who have ta…

Paul Cox is a real renaissance man. He’s a master of many crafts from leather worker, metal fabricator, bike builder, custom painter, sketch artist, knife maker and basically anything else he sets his mind to. His talents are too much to list and words can’t bring justice to his creations. His creations have a pulse and tell a story. Much like this…

When it’s time to make a pivot in business, what’s the most effective way to do it? On today’s episode of Montreal’s Elite Unleashed, Logan and Jon are joined by the Beer King of the West Island, Mr. Alain Nader, owner of Epicerie Prette. Nader and the boys talk about how pivoting in business is often essential if you want to survive, and how holdi…

Rodney is a Michigan Rapper, Podcaster, Biker, Hunter and Ted Nugent's nephew. He also owns thebumpshobackroom.com where he sell some badass vintage Americana clothes and paraphernalia and is the ONLY place to get The Crazy Gentleman merch. @evojesus @bumpshopdiaries Www.bumpshopbackroom.com You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlema…

Send us a Text Message. What’s it like to work on a riverboat? Lee Hendrix entered riverboat work in 1972 as a deckhand, worked his way up to mate, then into the pilothouse. He has spent most of his adult life as a pilot of riverboats big and small, from tows pushing barges to elegant overnight cruise ships. In his new book, Peep Light: Stories of …

This is a giveaway for two tickets plus a merch pack at Mama Tried. This can also be seen on YouTube and Instagram live. Congratulations, Tim you are the winner! Thanks everyone for your support hope to see you all soon. Come say hi. You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on IG. Voiced by: @thecrazygentleman Prod…

Rodney is a Michigan Rapper, Podcaster, Biker, Hunter and Ted Nugent's nephew. He also owns thebumpshobackroom.com where he sell some badass vintage Americana clothes and paraphernalia and is the ONLY place to get The Crazy Gentleman merch. @evojesus @bumpshopdiaries Www.bumpshopbackroom.com You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlema…

Are you tired of inauthentic and impersonal business practices? Look no further! Join Logan and Jonathan as they dive deep into the importance of authenticity in the business world. In this episode of Montreal's Elite Unleashed, they explain why being true to yourself is not only crucial for building a successful brand, but also for creating meanin…

Rodney is a Michigan Rapper, Podcaster, Biker, Hunter and Ted Nugent's nephew. He also owns thebumpshobackroom.com where he sell some badass vintage Americana clothes and paraphernalia and is the ONLY place to get The Crazy Gentleman merch. @evojesus @bumpshopdiaries Www.bumpshopbackroom.com You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlema…

Evan Siembida is a custom knife maker and passionate hunter and angler from Ohio. We talk about everything from killing hogs with knives in the south to western big game rifles. Check him out at www.siembidacustomknives.com or IG @siembida_custom_knives You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on IG. Voiced by: @th…

Are you tired of the 9 to 5 grind and ready to start pursuing your passion? Look no further! In this episode of Montreal’s Elite Unleashed, Logan and Jonathan are joined by special guest Paul LaFleur from Questionz to break down the three key essentials needed to break free and kickstart your journey towards success. From practical steps to mindset…

Scott Johnson and Jeremy Prach are the Milwaukee madmen behind Mama Tried and Flat Out Friday. We talk about everything from trains to choppers this week. Enjoy!!! You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on IG. Voiced by: @thecrazygentleman Produced by: @WhiskyEye Today’s episode is brought to you by: Bare Knuckle…

This is Pat's 3rd appearance on the podcast. He's a local friend now representing Saddlemen seats, he's one of my favorite people in the motorcycle industry. He has choppers and high performance Harleys running through his veins and he lives the life to back it up. You can find the TCGP team online at www.thecrazygentlemanpodcast.com, and on IG. Vo…

Are you feeling stuck in a never-ending cycle of overthinking and analyzing every step towards your desired career path? Well, it's time to break free from that analysis paralysis! In this episode of Montreal’s Elite Unleashed, Logan and Jonathan sit down with Wade Manricks, Co-Founder of luxury travel company Sheldon James, to discuss his journey …

Tim is the genius who started the off road sportster summer ride now known as the Happy Valley Rally. He's also the genius who owns Giga Cycle Garage in Rochester, NY, most famously know for their Corsair inverted front end kits for high performance Harleys and many other innovative Harley parts. Find him on IG @gigastatt www.gigacyclegarage.com Yo…

Live from Peter Gunz' hunting cabin with his world famous crew of friends from Japan. Jumpei, who owns Force Kubo, a high performance Harley shop in Osaka, Japan. June also known as Silversmith Fin who is a custom silver smith artist and engraver. Kaz is a world wide photographer for all the big magazines in Japan who goes by the name Steeldog phot…

Are you struggling to find your vision? Are you wondering how some peoplewake up every day with animmense purpose and passion to attack their day, every single day? On this episode of Montreal’s Elite Unleashed, we dive into the key factors in finding your vision and how crucial a good mentor can be so that you wake up every morning ready to move f…

There's only 24 hours in a day. So how are you going to find the time to build your vision and build your passion and have time for that startup or that next business venture? On today’s episode, we’re going to talk about the three tangible tools that you can use to be able to make, create, and control the time that you have to build your business.…

For best friends Logan Boyce and Jon Ehrlick, the art of the sale was always in their wheelhouse. Whether through humor, knowledge, or charisma, they discovered early their knack for persuasion; however, they also learned that sometimes being good at selling just isn’t enough if you want to get serious about the hustle. That’s where this podcast co…

Liam Kennedy is a Nashville based photographer with a burning passion for choppers. He has a huge thirst for life and he has lived what seems like many lifetimes already in such a short period of time. He has a bright future ahead of him. I hope you enjoy him and his view of the world through his lens. Find him on IG @chopperchug and @liamkennedy Y…