Learning From Friends

It's time for that special edition Halloween episode of Learning From Friends, and the guest I have on today fits the bill perfectly. My friend Dak and I have known each other for about 18 years. Out of all my friends, if I ever was trapped in a horror film situation and had to make it out alive, I hope he would be there to navigate me through the experience. His collection of knowledge, figurines...

Let’s crack the door open and see what we can learn today. Joseph Mullinax, a ten-year high school special education teacher and wrestling and football coach. We will touch on these topics so you can see what it takes to be a good coach and educator. The hours are long, and much of the work goes unseen.  If you have any questions or comments for me, I can be found at: cade@learningfromfriends...

Rodney is an investor. He is there if money is to be made in the markets. During this episode,  he introduces many different investing routes while unfolding his approach to investing. We discuss the stock market and what stocks are, Mutual funds, ETFs, CDs, Bonds, options, cryptocurrency, and NFTs. To reach out to Rodney: Email: rodneybaskervillejr@gmail.com  Faceboook: https://www.facebook.com/r...

It is beyond an honor to have Paron return to the podcast to help bring awareness to another critical issue overlooked in our communities. The  “school-to-prison pipeline” is a disturbing national trend wherein youth are funneled out of public schools and into the juvenile and criminal legal systems. Many of these youth are Black or Brown, have disabilities or histories of poverty, abuse, or...

There are several issues in the United States today that are challenging and starting to change as our country's landscape and awareness are being addressed.  Some are more visible, while most are heavily overlooked due to stereotypes and entrenched beliefs that have yet to go away. In this episode, I speak to a good friend, Paron, a black male entrepreneur in Athens, GA. His struggles are a...

In this episode, I speak with Rose Dye, a friend I have known for over two decades. She is an artist, a cat mom, a nerd of all sorts, and most of all, an honest and loyal individual to family and friends. She even was my date to prom our senior year. Rose is a flight attendant who worked her way up the ladder to now training the trainers that train flight attendants for a major airline. Topics dis...

In this episode, I speak with Chris Neal, an eclectic, strong, and wonderful human being who is gracious as he shares his battles with drug addiction, sobriety, and his road to recovery. Book recommendation -- Be Here Now by Ram Dass Atlanta Sculpture studio Cherry Lion - https://www.cherrylion.com/    (MENTIONED IN THE PODCAST) Addiction Help Services https://addictionresource.com/...

In part two of my time with Tijana, the founder of Zest & Curiosity,  we continue to learn about her worldwide travels. She has traveled to over 60 countries. Each trip enriched her life and gave her new  perspectives. Tijana shares what inspires her to travel -  it is not always about the place but, more commonly, the people and their culture that make memorable experiences. As...

My guest today is Tijana, blog founder and editor-in-chief of Zest &  Curiosity. We are discussing her passion for art. It focuses on how art makes us feel and why art is meaningful in her life. As she shares her experiences with us, you can understand why she travels the world to experience art. Topics discussed: How the blog Zest & Curiosity began The meaning behind the blog name Ar...

During this episode, I speak with one of my best friends in the world discussing the ever-important but often overlooked job of tradesman. Bob is a Journeyman who is part of the Sheet Metal Workers - SMART Local 85 in Atlanta Georgia.  Topics Discussed: - apprenticeship program - activities of a trade union - Teaching 1st years - Being a Foreman on projects - A day in the life of a worksite (...

My guest today is Jeremiah Adkins, AKA TheMixGuru, with over 20 plus years as a sound engineer based here in Georgia. He is a Grammy winner and has worked with artists of all genres such as Taylor Swift, Lil Wayne, AAA, Lecrae, and many other emerging and established artists across the United States. He is not only a musical genius but a loving husband, father, and devote Christian. He drops so mu...

During the episode, I speak with Rick Carvlin on the major issue facing the non-profit industry right now that needs more awareness, that being the lack of funding which is, unfortunately, causing many organizations to limit their outreach and some even closing their doors. Rick Carvlin is directly involved in all operations, for a wide variety of arts organizations, from Ballet and Modern Dance,...

Today I speak with my friend Brody who runs a life-changing Non-Profit organization called Lion Life Community Incorporated. We discuss what it takes to become a Non-Profit and what that entails the inspiration for the program and the spiritual life that has led him to this place in his life.  Mission Statement: We believe education can be a catalyst for Hope. We currently offer educational s...

After speaking with a former guest Robby about the University of Georgia football, I decided I needed another perspective on the other side of the famous Georgia Florida Rivalry. My good friend Ryan is a lifelong fan, so I pick his brain about the topic to help better understand what it means to be a Florida Gator fan and briefly discuss Ryan's opinion on NCAA player likeness. If you have any ques...

In this episode, part 2 with John, we discuss the music practice space he created in Santa Ana, California, his transition to Christian music, what was happening/happened when the DJs completely disrupted the music business, and his take on the current music scene today with its accessibility to the public. Thank you for listening to this 2 part series. If you have any questions or comments for me...

In this episode, I am discussing music’s evolution from the 1950s growing up on the west coast upwards to today's world living on the east coast from a perspective of a professional drummer who lived it. We discuss how he became a drummer, growing up, styles of music he enjoyed, techniques, people he has played with, advice to new and older musicians, what the industry was like, and how the indust...

So  many times we hear people say they are a fan of something but most of  the time as people we never peek behind the curtains to get the full  story like how it all began, what are some of the fondest memories,  traditions, and much more. During this joyful conversation, I did just that learning about one man's passion for University of Georgia Football. If you have any quest...

In this episode, I am doing a continuation on the topic of friendship; in the previous episode, I spoke with my longest known friend Eden. In this episode, I am talking with my closest friend Garrison Copeland. All friendships are essential, with each different playing role in our lives. The significant difference with this friendship is the face-to-face time invested. Garrison and I went from ele...

Today I am speaking with my longest known friend. We literally go back to the crib. We discuss how friendships can evolve over the years when you don’t go to the same schools and only see each other a handful of times a year or sometimes years, but there is still an unspoken bond. Also, I speak with her about her fascinating career of being a pediatric dental hygienist. If you have any questions o...

Today, I am speaking with George Franco, The 'Good News' Auctioneer, whom I have been blessed with working alongside in fundraising for nonprofit organizations for 5+ years. We are not just making an impact here in Georgia but all over the world. During our time today, we spoke bout the 3+ decades he spent in the world of broadcast television news, his transition into the auction world, and how he...

In this episode, I speak to my friend Daniel Welker about his journey as a minister in the Church of Christ. Some topics we discuss are: what got him into the ministry, his education, his roles in the church over the years, the interviewing process, what the day to day looks like, what is involved in preparing a sermon, the role his wife plays in the ministry, importance of community involvement,...

This episode focuses on my friend's experience with Postpartum Psychosis, a topic that needs more worldly attention and awareness brought to it. Postpartum Psychosis is a serious mental health issue that has been overlooked for generations in our health community. Roughly 1 in 500 mothers are affected by Postpartum Psychosis within two weeks of giving birth to their beautiful baby. During this tim...

During this conversation, my father-in-law shares his personal experience with gastroesophageal junction cancer. We discuss his diagnosis, treatments, and continued life without a stomach. There is always a lot that can be learned and his great delivery and great insights on the topic can be helpful for any person affected by cancer whether it is a loved one, friend, or yourself.  Helpful Res...

In this episode, I talk with my good friend Tony, who is passionate about bowling, and the band KISS. Bowling is a great place to meet and create new friendships, and today's conversation is a sign of that. During our talk, we dive into the game's evolution, small tips for beginners, and knowledge for that bowler looking to increase their average. You can hear the passion in his voice about both t...

Today we will be discussing Ryan’s love for music, his ventures into being a guitarist, and his passion for better-taking care of your body with his workout training regimens and background knowledge that he will share with us today. Topic 1, Guitar: How he found his love for the instrument, influences, his man-crush on John Mayer, multiple genre styles that can be played, incorporating electronic...