The Culture Matters Podcast

“There are three classes of people: those who see; those who see what they are shown; those who do not see.” - Leonardo da Vinci Artist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and the Creative Director for 1Team Media Vinnie Candelore is making his debut on the show today and we have got a ton to cover, so we hope you are ready!  Vinnie and Jay are diving into the positive impact that art has on young people...

"Father, forgive them for they know not what they do." Luke 23:44 Our guest today is the founder and owner of Guardian Roofing and Siding Robert Frehafer .  Jay and Robert are spending a few minutes discussing the above quote from the Bible and the story of the crucifixion in a bit of detail.  We hope you enjoy this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.

“The tyrant dies, and his rule is over. The martyr dies, and his rule begins.” - Søren Kierkegaard Host of the "Radical Manhood" podcast  Matt Johnson  is making his first appearance on the show and we've got a lot to cover, so let's get to it.  Matt and Jay are discussing how culture rises and falls with leadership, the importance of making sure roles are defined very clearly...

“Questions are taken for granted rather than given a starring role in the human drama. In all my teaching and consulting experience has taught me, that what builds a relationship, what solves problems, what moves things forward, is asking the right questions.” - Edgar Schein Josh Klaris is the Executive Director of North Tenth, a North Philadelphia-based youth outreach program, and he is going us...

“He cares about it like it’s his only thing hes got going on right now. That floor.” - Anthony Abruzzese Anthony Abruzzese is a partner at his family's business, Abruzzese Floors Inc., and he is making his debut on The Culture Matters Podcast today and we have a lot to talk about!  Anthony and Jay are getting into what it's like to operate within a family business, how social media has c...

"The person who was loudest about the lack of value Jay brought to the table was a person who lacked character and self-integrity; who was lost in the world. This person's measuring stick for human value was broken. His eyesight to judge human worth was marred." Founder of 20/20 Vision for Success and the author of Finding Honor: The Journey to Truth Christine Beckwith is back with...

"Always support your teammates by upholding the process, procedure, and values of the Guardian culture. Defend." Robert Frehafer , the founder and owner of Guardian Roofing and Siding, is back today for a second look at the inverse of the value "Defend" in the Guardian value pantheon.  Robert and Jay are building on their first conversation regarding this value which includes n...

"Don't be too timid and squeamish about your actions. All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make, the better." - Ralph Waldo Emerson Coach, author, and Chief Marketing Officer of loanDepot Alec Hanson has finally made his way to The Culture Matters Podcast and we could not be happier that the starts have aligned and he is making his debut.  Alec and Jay are discussing...

"The only person you are destined you become is the person you decide to be." - Ralph Waldo Emerson Bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and host of the "This New Day" podcast  Mark Ferrelli  has joined the show today and he's here to spread his inspirational and positive message with our listeners.  Mark and Jay are digging into Mark's journey into bodybuilding and the discipl...

"Out of every 100 men, 10 shouldn't even be there. 80 are just targets. Nine are the real fighters and we are lucky to have them for they make the battle. Ah, but the one. One is a warrior and he will bring the others back." - Heraclitus Aleck Arena is the founder and owner of Arena Securities and specializes in investing in stock shares and he also happens to be our favorite Aussie...

"Always support your teammates by upholding the process, procedure, and values of the Guardian culture. Defend." The founder and owner of Guardian Roofing and Siding Robert Frehafer is back on the program today as we continue our series wherein we're taking a look at the Guardian values and discussing what the opposite of those values looks like.  For this discussion, we're tak...

"You must understand the following: in order to master a field, you must love the subject and feel a profound connection to it. Your interest must transcend the field itself and border on the religious." - Robert Greene Founder of the Anthony Group and master of his craft Anthony Mann Jr. is finally making his long-awaited debut on the show today and we are taking full advantage of havin...

"The way in which we see things can hardly be distinguished from the way in which we wish to see them." - Joseph A. Schumpeter The founder of Duffin Media and Duffin Coaching John Duffin  has made his way back to the show today and we have got a full episode!  John and Jay are discussing the early days of John's entrepreneurial endeavors, how he leveraged what he did into what he do...

"Having the desire to help, the courage to move, and the patience through the process. Responsible." The founder and owner of Guardian Roofing and Siding Robert Frehafer is back on the program today as we continue our series wherein we're taking a look at the Guardian values and discussing what the opposite of those values looks like.  On this episode, we're taking a look at a...

"Most people overestimate what they can achieve in a year and underestimate what they can achieve in 10 years." - Roy Amara Andrew Berman is an advisor, mentor, and the Head of Engagement and Outreach at American Business Media and he is back on the show today to talk a little business.  Andrew and Jay are digging into the culture of entitlement that can come along with starting a busine...

"Standing up meant standing alone. Standing up meant having a real relationship with right or wrong while being aware of which side of the fence you stood on in every way. We can't stand up when we are standing down. We can't be warriors in life for others when we are standing down. We can't change the hardships of our own life or other's if we stand down. We can't be...

"Storytelling is incredibly important to discover our history." - Jay Hughes The CEO of Action Asphalt  Travis Stokes  is our guest on the program today and we are talking everything from asphalt to the future.  Travis and Jay are discussing how an early interest in reading helped Travis to become an avid learner, making sure that your employees feel comfortable enough to have conversati...

"For all these people that closed the door on me, I'm coming back to buy the building!" Vice-President of Bay Country Contracting and the owner of today's very badass quote  Sandra Albert is finally making her debut on the show today and we couldn't be happier to have her here!  Sandra and Jay are unpacking Sandra's time in the collection business and her time owning...

Attitude. Communicate with our Guardian values and not selfish desires. Think long term."  The founder and owner of Guardian Roofing and Siding  Robert Frehafer  is back on the program today as we continue our series where we take a look at all of the Guardian values and flip them on their ear by discussing what the antithesis of those values would be.  We have gotten to the first "A&quo...

"The eyes are more exact witnesses than the ears." - Heraclitus COO of the Hubert Vester Auto Group, creator of the "Faith. Family. Fulfillment." podcast, and the author of the book Answers From the Stairs Chris Vester has returned to the show today and we are talking about the passion to serve others.  Chris and Jay dive into where that passion comes from in himself as well as...

"I had false power. I thought money, prestige, titles, and awards made me powerful. I am decorated in this life which proves I a worthy soldier. But the worth of a leadership cannot be given. The worth of a following cannot be bought. Those who don't see you will stray. True fellowship comes from showing yourself nakedly; exposing your detriments, letting the world see your scarred and b...

"Everything that happens to you is a form of instruction if you pay attention." - Robert Greene Real estate entrepreneur, life coach, and founder of Rush-In Motivation Greg Rushin  is back on the show today and before anyone asks; yes, there are push-ups.  Additionally, Greg and Jay are discussing how much better it feels to be disciplined in getting everything you need to accomplish fin...

"Every customer is different and that makes them special.  Serve to their needs and create win-win relationships." Those of you who have been following the show know that today's guest needs to introduction because it is  Robert Frehafer , founder and owner of Guardian Roofing and Siding.  We're continuing our spinoff series today where Robert is taking us through the opposite...

"Freedom is not procured by a full enjoyment of what is desired, but by controlling the desire." - Epictetus Everybody's favorite mortgage expert and the leader of the Bill Mervin Mortgage Team Bill Mervin is back on the program today and we are diving right into that expertise to talk about, what else, mortgages.  Jay and Bill are discussing how banks are able to show different ass...

"You become what you give your attention to." - Epictetus Andrew Berman is an advisor, mentor, and the Head of Engagement and Outreach at American Business Media who is making his presence felt yet again on the show today.  Andrew and Jay are breaking down the benefits of cold showers, the difficulties that arise when planning your day involves some intense time management, and how havin...