Life Uncensored: The Sam Deen Podcast

Tyler joins me to discuss coffee, guitar playing, and most importantly, marketing for small business.  He is the founder of www.theclicksmith.com "High quality video content + 1 local ad is all you need to grow your local business."    Find him at tyler@theclicksmith.com Instagram: @im_tyler_smith This show is sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com    

Catherine joins me to discuss her run for school board, what it's like being a teacher, and a little about First Monday.  She also says to focus on "today and not yesterday or tomorrow."   This episode is sponsored by:   www.vanzandtcoffee.com www. Turfprotx.com   - Custom Landscape Solutions. 

Chris joins me to discuss growing up in Canton, Army basic training, and his time in Iraq with the 4th Infantry Division as an Air Defense Artillery Soldier.   Chris is a local small business owner with Patriot Auto.  Thanks 🙏 This episode is sponsored by Patriot Auto and www.vanzandtcoffee.com   .  Sorry about my custom songs at the beginning of each episode, but I love doing them.  -Sam 

John David and I discuss cars, trucks, and his ability to work with his kids and father selling cars.  We talk about life lessons, his favorite teacher, and the best way to buy or sell a car.  John also goes into detail on the new Corvette Z06.  Visit Wills Point Ford or Chevy for your next vehicle or service and see why their customer service is unlike any other.   This episode is sponsored by Va...

Ryan and I discuss what inspired him to open a restaurant in Canton.  We talk about menu items and what makes quality offerings.   He lets us know the most difficult aspect of running a restaurant and what is next for Native Son.  Book a table for Friday or Saturday night at 5pm-12am at www.nativesontx.com Support local businesses!  #cantontx #vanzandtcounty  www.vanzandtcoffee.com  

Pat Hooper sits down and discusses his past and current activities as a Black Cowboy and business owner.  Pat owns Silver Star Construction and Pat Hooper Leatherworks in Athens, TX.   

Don't knock it until you've driven one.  Contact me to save $2000 with my Tesla referral code.  

Barber and mechanic originally from Mineola, TX joins us to tell his story of beating addiction and lung cancer.  Michael is an inspiration to all who know him and is an asset to our church and community.  Find Michael Cade at the Bearded BarberShop in Canton, TX.  

Most people don't vote.  Can you believe it?  Here is how you find out if you are registered: go to (Texas Secretary of State, My voter portal) .  Look for the place that says "Am I registered?."   Click selection criteria for your name, date of birth, county, and zip code.  Then when your info pulls up, click on the general election link.  The next page will display voting locations and most impo...

Jill joins me to discuss her campaign and issues for our district.  She is a resident of Van Zandt County and has served on the school board at Van ISD.  Early voting is Jan 22-26 and the VZ County Library.  Learn more about Jill and donate at www. DuttonForTexas.com

Tam Tran is my West Point classmate and first roommate.  We talk about school, the army, business, and his parents' courageous escape from Vietnam after the fall of Saigon.  He is an executive coach and COO of The Huuman Group and currently lives in Irvine, California.  Connect with him on LinkedIn and find him at www.thehuumangroup.com.

April joins me to discuss my favorite dish, Chicken Fried Steak.  We discuss cooking techniques and other dishes to include mashed potatoes, cream gravy, okra, Mac and cheese, candied yams, and more.  Find her cooking at the Kicking Mule in downtown Canton, TX on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sunday.  

Jeff is one of my oldest friends.  He recently started his own mobile detailing company, Come and Detail It.  I have never known anyone who takes more pride in their work as Jeff.  Get on the schedule to get your ride detailed at 903-288-2003.  Jeff Knotts.  

Description of the first leg of our 4th Grade Family Road Trip.  Follow along on Van Zandt Coffee's YouTube channel for videos.  

Solo show where I explain the basics of home buying.  Call me anytime at 254-449-6721 for more information or if you would like to buy or sell a house in Texas.  I hope you guys enjoy this one.  

Max Callahan talks about teaching, what makes a great educator, his quest to visit all 63 National Parks in the US, and how to make the most of a NP visit.  

Chris and I talk about the military, PTSD, and the VA.  If you need help, call 988 for suicide prevention.  Reach out to me or Chris for assistance.  

Justin and Sam talk about Justin's early life, the restaurant business, and the beloved Railway Cafe in Athens, TX.   

Taner is the new chief of Van Zandt Coffee and today after work, checking cows, and a few cold ones, we sit down for a podcast about concerts, coffee, brews, and college football.  

We discuss thoughtfulness, being intentional, grey wolves, Latin, parenting, dealing with loss and setbacks, Parkinson's Disease, and of course, CrossFit.  I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did.  Sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com

One of my favorite clients at CrossFit Van Zandt, Lisa Kirk has lost over 100lbs and can squat 315 at 58 years old.  She works out everyday at 6am at CFVZ in Canton.  She gives helpful tips on "just doing it."  Thank you Lisa!  Follow her on instagram @ellesnaps and hire her to take awesome photos of your family.  

Bandera Trail run prep and overall long distance running discussion.  

Wesley Pruitt Jr is an incredible local musician in Van Zandt County.  He is a regular on stage at every live music venue in East Texas.  Wesley and I talk music, the music business, guitar, Racism, his favorite song, Rob Toups, and much more.  Thanks to www.vanzandtcoffee.com  .  If interested in sponsoring our show, please reach out at vzfit@me.com .  To listen to Wesley's music visit https://ww...

Alisha Munden is the founder of Dash Health & Wellness specializing in weight loss.  If you need to lose some weight, listen to this episode.  Also sponsored by Vanzandtcoffee.com and Crossfitvanzandt.com.  If you are interested in sponsoring our show, please reach out!     

We talk about education, giving kids licks, Max Callahan, Jimmy Nixon, dairy farming, baseball, raising kids, reading books, intelligence, empathy, racism, biographies, fitness, and much more.  Sponsored by Dash Health and Wellness and vanzandtcoffee.com.