Best Zac Collins Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 8 | Sally Bethea 36:12

6M ago36:12

36:12

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Sally Bethea, the Founding Director and Riverkeeper of Chattahoochee Riverkeeper and author. Born and raised in Atlanta, Sally spent 30 years setting up and leading the non-profit that protects and pr…

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Episode 7 | Brian McGowan 1:01:46

7M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Brian McGowen, President of Centennial Yards. Born in the Bronx, raised in New Jersey, and educated in California, Brian McGowen has been bi-coastal for the majority of his life. His career has spanne…

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Episode 6 | Victoria Lemos 56:48

8M ago56:48

56:48

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Victoria Lemos, Founder of Archive Atlanta. Born and raised in New York, Victoria moved to Atlanta 18 years ago and since then has become a prolific podcaster through Archive Atlanta. Two hundred and …

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Episode 5 | Kelvin Collins 40:47

10M ago40:47

40:47

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Kelvin Collins, Vice President of Economic Development of Atlanta BeltLine. Born and raised in Grenada, Kelvin moved to the United States for college and since, has spent the majority of his career in…

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Episode 4 | Nate Hybl 51:21

11M ago51:21

51:21

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Nate Hybl, Founder of Gusto!. Born and raised in Hazelhurst, Georgia, Nate has spent the majority of his career experimenting, crafting, and serving life-giving food through his fast-casual food compa…

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Episode 3 | Nedra Deadwyler 47:20

1y ago47:20

47:20

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Nedra Deadwyler, Founder for Civil Bikes. Nedra started Civil Bikes nearly 10 years ago as a way to preserve history while also experiencing Atlanta outside of the normal lens of a car. Her tours are …

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Episode 2 | Conor Sen 42:04

1y ago42:04

42:04

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Conor Sen, Columnist for Bloomberg. Conor moved to Atlanta from California in 2010 and has documented several trends and market shifts through his popular Twitter account @conorsen. Conor parlayed his…

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Episode 1 | Yanni Hufnagel 1:03:44

1+ y ago1:03:44

1:03:44

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Yanni Hufnagel, Founder of Lemon Perfect. Yanni started his career in basketball. From team manager at Cornell to Assistant Coaching positions at Oklahoma, Harvard, Vanderbilt, and Nevada, Yanni is a …

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Episode 10 | Zac Harrison 45:42

1+ y ago45:42

45:42

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Zac Harrison, Founder of Fresh Harvest. Over ten years ago, a cross country bike trip sparked the desire to deliver locally grown food to the doorsteps of consumers. Today, Fresh Harvest supplies Geor…

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Episode 9 | Cherie Kloss 54:15

1+ y ago54:15

54:15

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Cherie Kloss, Founder of SnapNurse. After spending 10 years as an anesthetist, Cherie transitioned careers to be a tv producer and then a technology founder. Through the personal pain she experienced …

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Episode 8 | Shannon Heath Longino 51:14

1+ y ago51:14

51:14

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Shannon Heath Longino, Senior Vice President at Truist Bank where she works on affordable housing initiatives. Shannon was raised by her grandmother, Eva Davis, in the storied East Lake Meadows neighb…

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Episode 7 | Andrew McConnell 42:47

2y ago42:47

42:47

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Andrew McConnell Co-Founder and CEO of Rented.com and published author of Get Out of My Head: Creating Modern Clarity with Stoic Wisdom. Andrew received two degrees from Harvard and then worked at McK…

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Episode 6 | Frank Fernandez 46:53

2y ago46:53

46:53

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Frank Fernandez, CEO of Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. Going into its 70th year serving our city, the Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta is powered by over 1000 donors to champion equi…

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Episode 5 | Adam Wexler 45:26

2y ago45:26

45:26

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Adam Wexler, Founder and CEO of PrizePicks. With over 50,000 daily active users, PrizePicks is a leading player in the Daily Fantasy Sports Industry. In today’s interview, Adam shares insights from hi…

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The TruTH of the Mark of the Beast!! Revelations 13 45:53

2y ago45:53

45:53

This is the third part of the mark of the beast series and in this episode we finally figured out what the mark of the beast really is, and had a Great conversation!!

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Episode 4 | Greg Bluestein 45:13

2y ago45:13

45:13

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Greg Bluestein, AJC’s premiere political reporter and newly minted author of Flipped. Greg spent the first part of his career at the Associated Press before transitioning to the AJC. Greg and his coll…

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Best Relationship Advice ft. Sasha & Zac Yates 45:07

2y ago45:07

45:07

This is an amazing podcast for people that are starting out a relationship. And even great advice for Relationships that are matured.

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Episode 3 | Indra Sofian 53:18

2y ago53:18

53:18

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Indra Sofian, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer at Sora. Indra and his co-founders started Sora while still under graduates at Georgia Tech. Today, they’ve raised over $23 million dollars from the l…

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Revelations (chapter 12) & The Mark of the Beast Pt.2 ft. Ronnie & Zac 59:13

2y ago59:13

59:13

In this Episode we went through chapter 12 of revelations and discussed its meaning.

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What is the Best Bible Translation? & Mark of the Beast Pt.1 1:27:12

2y ago1:27:12

1:27:12

In this episode I had my dad and Zac on. We first went through bible translations and mostly the King James Version. We then went through Revelations 11.

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Episode 2 | Meria Carstarphen 1:08:19

2y ago1:08:19

1:08:19

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Dr. Meria Carstarphen, Former Superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools. Born in Selma, educated at Tulane, Auburn, and Harvard, Meria took the helm of APS starting in 2014 to 2020. During her tenure, …

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Morality and God. ft. Gill Sanders 1:09:41

2+ y ago1:09:41

1:09:41

In this episode Gill Sanders went through why he believes God exists and disproves evolution many times.

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What Should be Your Next Step? Ft. Ronnie Gill 52:45

2+ y ago52:45

52:45

In this episode i had my dad on and we talked about taking that next step and how you can know what that next step should be and that we need to always be recalibrating.

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Episode 1 | Jesslyn Rollins 45:35

2+ y ago45:35

45:35

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Jesslyn Rollins, CEO of Biolyte. Biolyte is one of the fastest, homegrown consumer brands in the city and state. What started out as a remedy for a family member’s illness has turned into a beverage c…

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Is Homosexuality Acceptable According to God's Standards? ft. Luke and Jennifer Wiley 1:12:05

2+ y ago1:12:05

1:12:05

In this episode we went through many scripture verses on why homosexuality is wrong and not according to God's plans for each of our lives.

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What is a Godly Man? with Cameron Gill and Zac Yates 1:40:13

2+ y ago1:40:13

1:40:13

In this episode we talked about what a man really is and how he should act and we discussed such topics such as what should a man act as, this is the first part of many, because we could not cover the whole topic in one episode.

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Akbar Chisti - Founder, Seamus Golf 53:13

2+ y ago53:13

53:13

There's something about the Oregon coast that seems to inspire hand crafted golf accessories. The area also produces wonderful people who love the game. People just like Akbar Chisti.Among the many brands that call the region home, Chisti's company, Seamus Golf, continues to stand out. Their tartan headcovers and forged ball markers are easily reco…

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How Can We Know When We Are Wrong? With Joel Yates and Alvin Moser 1:38:06

2+ y ago1:38:06

1:38:06

In this episode we go though what sin is and what sin really means abd how we can overcome sin.

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What Is Truth? With Ronnie GIll 59:14

2+ y ago59:14

59:14

In this episode I got one of the most amazing men on, my dad!! We talked about truth and how we are to seek for it in our lives.

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What Is a Truth Seeker? 17:29

2+ y ago17:29

17:29

In this episode I will be going through what a truth seeker really is, and what I am trying to accomplish with this podcast.

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Episode 11 | Ryan Anderson 38:45

2+ y ago38:45

38:45

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Ryan Anderson, Founder of Georgia Votes. In today’s episode, Jon sits down with Ryan Anderson, Founder of GeorgiaVotes.com. What started out as a fun rabbit hole analyzing voter data, has turned into …

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Episode 10 | Kieran McGill 43:36

2+ y ago43:36

43:36

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Kieran McGill, Owner of Fadó Irish Pub. Kieran moved to Atlanta with plans to stay for 24 months. Today he’s transitioning into his 24th year as the owner of 8 total pubs worldwide with 300 employees.…

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Spencer Hadelman - CEO Advantage Marketing & Founder of Talon Golf 58:58

2+ y ago58:58

58:58

Spencer Hadelman has made a name for himself marketing some of golf’s most desirable destinations. His company, Advantage Marketing, has helped the likes of Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley, and other bucket list locations attract travelers from around the globe. Hadelman’s love for golf and creative sales strategies doesn’t end there. Last year he founde…

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Rob Collins - Principal Designer, King-Collins Golf Design 59:46

2+ y ago59:46

59:46

Rob Collins fires me up. His brand of golf course architecture is a bold, thrilling, and stimulating from start to finish. I could use the same adjectives to describe my conversations with him over the years I've known him. Much like in his golf designs, Collins does not hold back. I consider myself fortunate to know him and to have listened to him…

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Episode 9 | Roberto Castro 38:14

2+ y ago38:14

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The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Jon sits down with Professional Golfer, Podcaster, and burgeoning businessman Roberto Castro. Roberto was a 4 time All-American at Georgia Tech who studied Industrial Engineering before turning pro. I…

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Jim Sitar - Founder, Back Nine Press and Publisher of My New Book Swing, Walk, Repeat 49:32

2+ y ago49:32

49:32

There have been a lot of upstart golf businesses that have launched during the game's most recent boom. One of the most fascinating ventures is a new publishing company called Back Nine Press. Based out of Chicago, the company is on a mission to publish books about golf that they believe the game deserves. According to founder Jim Sitar, Back Nine …

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Zac Blair - PGA Tour Player, Founder of The Buck Club, and Visionary behind The Tree Farm Golf Club 43:47

2+ y ago43:47

43:47

The one aspect of Zac Blair's personality that has always stood out most to me is his ambition. He wants to be one of the best golfers in the world but he also is on a mission to create memorable golf experiences for those who share his love for the game. I first witnessed those traits while attending Blair's annual event, The Ringer, at Sweetens C…

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Jim Hartsell - Golf Writer and Author of The Secret Home of Golf 1:18:26

2+ y ago1:18:26

1:18:26

Jim Hartsell loves golf. It's why he writes about the game and the moving places he's played it. An architect by trade, Hartsell has spent a great deal of his life chasing golf experiences that stir the soul. Much of his writing has been inspired by two decades worth of travel to Scotland. Hartsell has become an authority on the less heralded yet d…

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Episode 8 | Alan Greenberg 43:39

3y ago43:39

43:39

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down Founder and CEO of The Illuminarium, Alan Greenberg. Alan is a serial entrepreneur who has started companies in media, healthcare, education, travel, and technology. The Illuminarium is all about democrati…

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Steve Melnyk - Former Golf Broadcaster, U.S. and British Amateur Champion, and Advocate for the game 53:37

3y ago53:37

53:37

Steve Melnyk was one of the voices of golf television during my childhood. I can remember hearing his calls for ABC Sports during the years my uncle was on tour and our whole family tuned in to every broadcast. That same voice was also present for a number of iconic calls at the Masters during Melnyk's long run with CBS. He called the Larry Mize ch…

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Sean Martin - Senior Editor, PGATOUR.com Live from the 2020* Olympics 40:38

3y ago40:38

40:38

Sean Martin is one of the best golf writers in the business. I'm proud to call him a friend. As the Senior Editor for PGATOUR.com he was given the chance to travel to Tokyo for the pandemic affected Olympics. He's there to cover the Men's medal tournament at Kasumigaseki Country Club outside of Tokyo and was kind enough to join me for a chat about …

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Lee Wybranksi - Golf Artist and President of Lee Wybranksi Art & Design 1:11:57

3y ago1:11:57

1:11:57

Lee Wybranski's artwork has become synonymous with golf's major championships. That's because he has devised a way to capture the spirit of golf's most unique championship courses no matter where those events are being played. Based on his paintings, his vivid event posters are always a hot item in the merchandise tent. As each new major nears, the…

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Episode 7 | Kyle and Brent Pease 33:39

3y ago33:39

33:39

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Kyle and Brent Pease of the Kyle Pease Foundation. Born and raised in Atlanta, Kyle Pease never let being diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy get in the way of living a normal life. Baseball, wrestling, and…

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Ben Curtis - 2003 Champion Golfer of the Year 1:02:59

3y ago1:02:59

1:02:59

Ben Curtis is widely regarded as one of the biggest underdog major winners in golf history. His victory at the 2003 Open Championship at Royal St George's was one of the most improbable golf feats of that era. On his way to claiming the Claret Jug, Curtis outlasted names like Thomas Bjorn, Vijay Singh, Tiger Woods, Davis Love III and Nick Faldo. No…

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Ru Macdonald - European Tour Social Media and Host of the Scottish Golf Podcast 53:16

3y ago53:16

53:16

In the early days of golf podcasting, Ru Macdonald was one of the first hosts to take a deep dive into the courses of Scotland. His show, The Scottish Golf Podcast became an important outlet for those like me who were looking to learn more about the many lesser known golf options in the game's native land. The stories he shared in those show helped…

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Zephyr Melton - Writer covering LPGA, Instruction, and other tours for Golf.com 46:49

3y ago46:49

46:49

Golf journalism is an increasingly small field. It's rare these days to find someone who wanted to choose that as a career path from an early age. That's one of the reasons Zephyr Melton stands out as one of the game's bright young reporters. When he attended the University of Texas, he did so with a goal to become a golf journalist and after gradu…

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Adam Heieck, CEO of Youth on Course 48:48

3y ago48:48

48:48

Adam Heieck is leading one of golf's most impactful organizations. He is the CEO of Youth On Course, a program aimed at creating pathways to golf access for children across the United States. The organization is transforming the landscape of golf by subsidizing golf rounds for junior players all across America. Based in Northern California, where t…

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Tom Pashley - President, Pinehurst Resort 56:29

3y ago56:29

56:29

If I owned a golf resort Tom Pashley would be exactly the sort of person I'd want running it. Unfortunately for my ownership aspirations Pashley seems quite happy with his current gig. As the President of Pinehurst Resort since 2014, he has spearheaded one of the most successful reimaginations of a golf property the world has ever seen. With tremen…

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Episode 6 | Maurice Cherry 53:56

3y ago53:56

53:56

The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Maurice Cherry, Principal of Lunch — an award winning creative studio. Maurice moved to Atlanta, Georgia to go to school at Morehouse College. In addition to running his creative studio, Maurice has p…

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Mark Stewart - Owner, Tobacco Road Golf Club 45:12

3y ago45:12

45:12

Mark Stewart once had a crazy idea to build a golf course on his family's old sand pit. Turns out it was a pretty good idea. Tobacco Road Golf Club has been wowing guests for over 20 years now and Stewart is still at the helm of the operation. When the project began in 1998, he took a chance on an up and coming golf architect named Mike Strantz. Th…

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