Between 2 Bridges - Audio

The U.S. Open hit Oakmont like a storm, both literally and figuratively.  In this episode, Joe and Jerry break down what the cameras didn’t show: 18-hour days, soggy uniforms, parking hustle, and why it’s not just the players who lost their mental toughness surviving the week. From first-hand chaos to locker room gossip, it’s a behind-the-scenes take you won’t hear on ESPN.

The U.S. Open brought world-class golf to Oakmont, and a flood of behind-the-scenes stories with it. Joe and Jerry dive into police escorts, surprise run-ins with Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf, and the wild logistics of outfitting hundreds during the tournament. But things get serious when Jerry’s employee catches over $14,000 in fraudulent checks pulled from a client’s account. What follows is a r...

The U.S. Open brought world-class golf to Oakmont, and a flood of behind-the-scenes stories with it. Joe and Jerry dive into police escorts, surprise run-ins with Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf, and the wild logistics of outfitting hundreds during the tournament. But things get serious when Jerry’s employee catches over $14,000 in fraudulent checks pulled from a client’s account. What follows is a r...

Touring musician. Tour manager. Now, operations manager at America’s oldest Chevy dealership. In Episode 83, Matt Colussy shares how he went from life on stage to life in the showroom, and what it takes to carry a 100-year legacy forward. He and Jerry dig into the evolution of the auto industry, how massive recalls are handled behind the scenes, the reality of EVs, and the power of personal relati...

Touring musician. Tour manager. Now, operations manager at America’s oldest Chevy dealership. In Episode 83, Matt Colussy shares how he went from life on stage to life in the showroom, and what it takes to carry a 100-year legacy forward. He and Jerry dig into the evolution of the auto industry, how massive recalls are handled behind the scenes, the reality of EVs, and the power of personal relati...

When’s the last time you drove 1,000 miles just to gain perspective?  In Episode 82, Jerry takes the wheel, literally and metaphorically. What started as a solo trip to honor an old mentor turned into a NASCAR pit stop, an audiobook epiphany, and a deep dive into leadership, loss, and tax law. Buckle up for Extreme Ownership, Coca-Cola 600, and one hell of a ride.

When’s the last time you drove 1,000 miles just to gain perspective? In Episode 82, Jerry takes the wheel, literally and metaphorically. What started as a solo trip to honor an old mentor turned into a NASCAR pit stop, an audiobook epiphany, and a deep dive into leadership, loss, and tax law. Buckle up for Extreme Ownership, Coca-Cola 600, and one hell of a ride.

Your next employee won’t take lunch breaks. Or call in sick. Or need trained! It’s artificial intelligence and if you’re not using it in your business yet, you're behind. AI isn’t the future. It’s the new hire you should’ve made yesterday. In Episode 81, Joe and Jerry pull back the curtain on how smart businesses are using artificial intelligence to automate, accelerate, and outmaneuver the compet...

Your next employee won’t take lunch breaks. Or call in sick. Or need trained! It’s artificial intelligence and if you’re not using it in your business yet, you're behind. AI isn’t the future. It’s the new hire you should’ve made yesterday. In Episode 81, Joe and Jerry pull back the curtain on how smart businesses are using artificial intelligence to automate, accelerate, and outmaneuver the compet...

Pittsburgh was built on steel, but Ray Timmons built something else from its ashes. In this episode, we sit down with a man whose journey from scrap yards to commercial real estate is packed with hard-earned wisdom, inside stories, and unexpected lessons. Ray shares how he navigated the steel industry’s decline, learned the language of buildings and zoning codes, and carved out a second act in a c...

Pittsburgh was built on steel, but Ray Timmons built something else from its ashes. In this episode, we sit down with a man whose journey from scrap yards to commercial real estate is packed with hard-earned wisdom, inside stories, and unexpected lessons. Ray shares how he navigated the steel industry’s decline, learned the language of buildings and zoning codes, and carved out a second act in a c...

When a historic storm sweeps through Pittsburgh, knocking out power and paralyzing businesses, Joe and Jerry find themselves at the epicenter, personally and professionally. In this bridge episode, they break down how even a 10-minute weather event created weeks of chaos for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and working families. But amidst the literal and metaphorical darkness, a bold move is...

When a historic storm sweeps through Pittsburgh, knocking out power and paralyzing businesses, Joe and Jerry find themselves at the epicenter, personally and professionally. In this bridge episode, they break down how even a 10-minute weather event created weeks of chaos for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and working families. But amidst the literal and metaphorical darkness, a bold move is...

Rick Sebak changed the way Pittsburgh sees itself. Before Yelp reviews or social media nostalgia, his voice guided generations through shuttered diners, lost landmarks, and the quirks that make a neighborhood feel like home. From WQED specials to national PBS hits, his documentaries transformed everyday lives into lasting legacies. This week, we sit down with the man who’s been narrating our neigh...

Rick Sebak changed the way Pittsburgh sees itself. Before Yelp reviews or social media nostalgia, his voice guided generations through shuttered diners, lost landmarks, and the quirks that make a neighborhood feel like home. From WQED specials to national PBS hits, his documentaries transformed everyday lives into lasting legacies. This week, we sit down with the man who’s been narrating our neigh...

Brian Drusky has spent the last 20 years putting Pittsburgh on the map as a live music destination. From rock legends to rising stars, he’s booked them all. In this episode, he breaks down how the concert game works, from locking in artists and venues to navigating the chaos of COVID-era drive-ins and weather disasters. Whether you’re a music fan or a business builder, this one hits all the right...

Brian Drusky has spent the last 20 years putting Pittsburgh on the map as a live music destination. From rock legends to rising stars, he’s booked them all. In this episode, he breaks down how the concert game works, from locking in artists and venues to navigating the chaos of COVID-era drive-ins and weather disasters. Whether you’re a music fan or a business builder, this one hits all the right...

John Dick doesn’t just track trends, he predicts them. As founder of CivicScience, he’s behind the real-time data engine that powers decisions for brands like Target, McDonald’s, and Apple. In this episode, John breaks down what 6 billion survey responses reveal about shifting consumer habits, brand loyalty during recessions, and how uncertainty creates a once-in-a-cycle opportunity for smart busi...

John Dick doesn’t just track trends, he predicts them. As founder of CivicScience, he’s behind the real-time data engine that powers decisions for brands like Target, McDonald’s, and Apple. In this episode, John breaks down what 6 billion survey responses reveal about shifting consumer habits, brand loyalty during recessions, and how uncertainty creates a once-in-a-cycle opportunity for smart busi...

Some episodes hit different when life catches up. After the recent passing of Jerry’s mother-in-law, we found ourselves thinking back to this powerful talk with Sean Truby - funeral director, and quiet guide through grief. From sharing his journey into the family business to reflecting on the recent loss of his own father, Sean’s words now carry a deeper weight. We’re grateful for the Truby family...

Some episodes hit different when life catches up. After the recent passing of Jerry’s mother-in-law, we found ourselves thinking back to this powerful talk with Sean Truby - funeral director, and quiet guide through grief. From sharing his journey into the family business to reflecting on the recent loss of his own father, Sean’s words now carry a deeper weight. We’re grateful for the Truby family...

From tinting windows to building an empire, Josh Poponick didn’t just darken glass, he brightened his future. In this episode, the founder of Blackout Tinting peels back the layers of hard work, smart scaling, and what it takes to turn a small shop into a multi-location success story.

From tinting windows to building an empire, Josh Poponick didn’t just darken glass, he brightened his future. In this episode, the founder of Blackout Tinting peels back the layers of hard work, smart scaling, and what it takes to turn a small shop into a multi-location success story.

You can’t hustle your way out of burnout. When exhaustion takes over, productivity drops, creativity vanishes, and your motivation tanks. So what now? In this episode, we cut through the noise and get real about burnout, why it happens, how to spot it, and what you need to do to recharge before it wrecks your work and well-being.

You can’t hustle your way out of burnout. When exhaustion takes over, productivity drops, creativity vanishes, and your motivation tanks. So what now? In this episode, we cut through the noise and get real about burnout, why it happens, how to spot it, and what you need to do to recharge before it wrecks your work and well-being.