Everything But Politics

Qui Lam is a Sushi Master, Restaurateur, & Founder of "Kaizen Sushi Bar & Grill" in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Tune in, as Qui reflects on his upbringing in Cambodia and immigrating to the United States, landing one of his first restaurant jobs, developing a deep respect for the art and discipline of sushi-making, the logistics of importing fish from Japan, the proper way nigiri was or...

Bill Goldstein is the Founder & Owner of "Walt Grace Vintage Cars & Guitars." Tune in, as Bill shares his journey building a successful ad agency, working the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, how his life shifted after hearing John Mayer’s “Walt Grace’s Submarine Test, January 1967,” the inspiration behind creating Walt Grace Vintage, reinventing oneself, visualizing a life before...

Curtis Granderson is a 16-year MLB Veteran, former All-Star, Television Broadcaster, & Co-Founder of The Players Alliance. Tune in, as Curtis reflects on his upbringing in Lynwood, IL, growing up a Chicagoland kid with a deep admiration for Michael Jordan, how a broken thumb changed the trajectory of his athletic career, grinding it out in the Florida State League during brutal summers, the sa...

Eric Greitens is a Former Navy SEAL, Rhodes Scholar, Author, & Former Governor of Missouri. Tune in, as Eric shares detailed experiences from his time as a Navy SEAL, his upbringing in Missouri, humanitarian work across the globe, mental toughness, gratitude for America after witnessing war zones firsthand, how his definition of resilience has evolved, lessons learned from the Stoics, & wh...

Christian Watford is an Indiana Basketball Legend & ESPY Award Winner. Tune in, as Christian reflects on his upbringing in Alabama & his Southern roots, being recruited out of high school, choosing Indiana University, hitting the iconic “WatShot” against #1 ranked Kentucky, how his life changed overnight, his relationship with his brother Trendon Watford, how different things could have be...

Matt Marx is a Stand-Up Comedian. Tune in, as Matt shares his experience performing at the New York Comedy Festival, his journey from Louisiana to Los Angeles, pivoting from a career in medicine to go all in on stand-up, navigating the LA comedy scene, performing 150+ shows a year, how small moments become great material, his comedic influences, and his big plans for 2026… Everything But Politics!...

Clay Blair is a Grammy-winning Engineer, Producer, & the Owner of Boulevard Recording Studio in Los Angeles, CA. Tune in, as Clay reflects on his earliest musical influences, going on tour in England at just 17 years old, moving to Los Angeles, being a true “lifer” in the music business, the legendary artists who have recorded at Boulevard Recording Studio, including Pink Floyd, Steely Dan, Ri...

Jeff & Jordan Golenberg are a father–son duo who work across the entertainment industry, Jeff on the Film/Television side, and Jordan on the Music/Booking side. Tune in, as they share the story behind their family band, Van Golenberg, Jeff’s upbringing in Cleveland, the difference-makers behind those who find success in the entertainment industry, the lessons Jeff instilled in Jordan from a yo...

Nick S. Manca is the Executive VIP Manager at E11EVEN Miami & a Hospitality Entrepreneur. Tune in, as Nick shares his experience visiting Japan, growing up in Miami, being introduced to club/party promoting at a young age, going all in on the Hospitality Industry, time management, being a family man, Miami's evolution, networking at the highest level, speaking at Harvard Law school, &...

James Nicholas is a Professional Golfer & Content Creator. Tune in, as James reflects on his youth and transition from hockey player to golfer, navigating the recruiting process in high school, turning professional, the realities of obtaining sponsorships, building a business through behind-the-scenes golf content, covering weekly expenses on the Korn Ferry Tour, making the cut at the 2025 U.S...

Nick Sansone is a Real Estate Developer, Entrepreneur, & Principal at The Sansone Group. Tune in, as Nick reflects on growing up the youngest of eight siblings, the man he was in his 20s and 30s to the man he’s become today, why strength training is the greatest form of health insurance, embracing the family business, the different types of real estate development, his deep faith, and the evol...

Travis Miller is the Founder of PGAMemes & Five9 Media. Tune in, as Travis shares his background in digital marketing, the origins of PGAMemes, how social media continues to evolve, transforming from a meme page into a full-fledged media company, golf’s rapid growth, the opportunities that have come his way as a Founder, Northwestern Golf Company, philanthropy & giving back, his relationsh...

Dr. Catherine Clinton is a Naturopathic Physician & Quantum Biology Educator. Tune in, as Dr. Clinton breaks down what Quantum Biology is, the science and benefits behind grounding, her personal journey overcoming Lyme Disease, practical methods to reduce inflammation, the role of fascial tissue in overall health and movement, & natural approaches to healing plantar fasciitis... Everything...

Jon Gordon is a Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, & Entrepreneur. Tune in, as Jon shares strategies on how to reset when goals fall short, creating a clear vision, working alongside professional sports organizations & what separates those who succeed from those who don’t, the slippery slope of instant success, staying focused in the age of distraction, his strong faith, and how to trai...

Bobby Genovese is an Entrepreneur, Investor, & Philanthropist. Tune in, as Bobby reflects on dropping out of school in the 9th grade, entrepreneur culture in Canada, founding BG Capital, owning both a yacht and a plane and the extreme upkeep it demands, traveling across the globe, his philanthropic efforts, losing over $100 million on one deal, lessons learned from Richard Branson, and the imp...

Mitchell Saron is an Animal-Based Athlete & 2024 Olympian who represented the United States in Fencing. Tune in, as Mitchell shares how his love for Star Wars first led him to fencing, his evolution as a competitor, life as a student-athlete at Harvard, fencing on the global stage, his experience at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, life inside the Olympic Village, becoming Animal-Based, connec...

Domenic Iacovone is a Health & Wellness Entrepreneur and Founder. Tune in, as Domenic shares how he manages his time as a Dad while building his businesses, his relationship with Chris Bumstead, plans to retire, the supplements he takes, thoughts on vaping, building habits for lasting energy and performance, lessons learned scaling businesses while staying grounded, and the mindset shifts that...

Hugh Forrest is the Former President of SXSW and Co-Founder of  Gather & Grow Experiences.  Tune in, as Hugh dives into his 30+ years with SXSW, how much Austin, TX has evolved since his childhood, the rise of Startup Culture, Twitter’s breakout at SXSW in 2007, the Future of Live Events, Brazil’s emerging Entrepreneurial Culture, & turning meditation into a superpower... Everything But Po...

Brad Lea is an Entrepreneur, Investor, Podcaster, & the Founder & CEO of "LightSpeed VT." Tune in, as Brad shares how he chooses to spend his time & energy at this stage of life, his mission to become a Billionaire, Manifestation, establishing what it truly means to be rich, developing strong habits, his relationship with Grant Cardone, thinking about money abundantly, not ca...

Michael Villani, better known as “BearDownCuz,” is a Content Creator and Co-Host of "The Brilliantly Dumb Show." Tune in, as Mikey dives into the brutal reality of being a lifelong Chicago Bears fan, how he built his own media brand from the ground up, his New Jersey roots, getting connected with the Brilliantly Dumb Guys, creating a community through social media, Caleb Williams entering his 2nd...

Evan Winiker is a Founding/Managing Partner at Range Music, the Founder of the Henry Foundation, & former bassist for the band Steel Train. Tune in, as Evan reflects on his New Jersey upbringing, his journey as a musician to a manager, the evolution of the music industry in the streaming era, continually redefining success, the impact of his late mentor, David Steinberg, the mission behind The...

Eben Britton is a former NFL lineman turned Author, Wellness Coach, Entrepreneur, Podcaster, & Yoga Teacher dedicated to mindfulness & peaceful living. Tune in, as Eben shares the distinction between prayer and meditation, reflects on his years at the University of Arizona, what it was like to come into millions of dollars at just 21 years old, lessons in financial literacy, the physical t...

Greg Norman Jr. is an Entrepreneur and the Founder of Shark Wake Park. Tune in, as Greg shares the excitement of growing his family, balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship, life lessons from his father Greg Norman, the impact LIV Golf has had on their lives, founding Shark Wake Park, how they keep it gator-free, swimming with great white sharks, and his outlook on the future of NFTs and crypto....

Jared Laurence is a Male Dating Coach and the Founder of "Modern Success." Tune in, as Jared shares what it means to have helped create nearly 400 marriages, his journey from introvert to extrovert, how the dating landscape has evolved since 2006, the impact of dating apps, navigating modern masculinity, dating in South Florida, and the shared traits of high-performing men he’s worked wi...

Hal Morris is a Former Professional Baseball Player & a World Series Champion with the Cincinnati Reds. Tune in, as Hal reflects on his upbringing in Munster, IN, playing baseball at the University of Michigan, the sacrifices that shaped his career, receiving his MBA from Stanford Business School, winning the World Series in 1990, becoming a Major League Baseball Scout, getting involved with X...