The One Away Show

Seth David Radwell is the author of the Amazon bestseller American Schism, a book that examines the United States' political divide and attempts to bridge it through the lens of enlightenment ideals. Distraught by his colleagues' reluctance to engage in political discussions and civil debate, Seth set out to examine how we got to where we are today and how the nation's founding principles can be u...

Peter and I met when I was starting out in the sports marketing space. He went out of his way to help me, and was just so nice and helpful to me. He kept in touch with me, showed up, and was there when I needed him. The story Peter shared today on the podcast was an incredible look at his career. He has a great moral compass and so much humility. Peter shows up for the people around him and does t...

Peter Robert Casey is CEO of JDS Sports, a sports and entertainment holding company investing at 'the intersection of content & commerce.' At JDS Sports, Peter and his team provide capital, connections, and strategic guidance while working alongside founders and their teams from startup to profit to scale. Devoted to being hands-on, Peter doesn't just write checks; he gets in the trenches. Over th...

I met Mike in November 2020. I reached out to him because he commented on an article I shared on LinkedIn about education. The first time we talked, a half-hour call very naturally turned into a 90 minute conversation. We felt a connection right off the bat. He's very humble, present, and caring, the type of person who really cares about impact. I've been fortunate to work with Mike to help him sh...

Mike Thorne is a chairman at the Vistage Peer Advisory Group, a safe forum for business leaders to work out issues and explore opportunities. Guided by his mission, vision, and business experience, Mike's superpower is the ability to elevate business leaders so they can further their success. His mission is to restore human dignity and unleash greatness in people, and create a world where people r...

Louise is one of my favorite people. We met in the fall of 2015 while I was working on a storytelling platform called Wish Dish. A friend of mine introduced me to her, and I flew out to California to appear on her show. Afterward, Louise and I had some very deep conversations about life, family, and relationships. It's so clear how big her heart is, and I feel very fortunate that I was able to hav...

Louise Palanker is a writer, producer, director, comedian, filmmaker, photographer, songwriter, and drummer. She is a co-founder of Premiere Radio Networks, which is now a division of iHeart Media. Her filmmaking resume includes Family Band: The Cowsill Story, a documentary that appeared on Showtime for two years and is now available on Amazon Prime. Her short documentary, Margaret Singer: Seeking...

Gary has such a unique and valuable perspective that draws on a lot of different data points. His background in political science and his personal interests allow him to use history to inform his decision-making. He's the kind of guy you really want leading a company. He shows up in an authentic and informed way, and I appreciate everything he's done to support me and help me grow. Read the show n...

Gary Carmell is president and partner of CWS Capital Partners, an investment management firm with a $4 billion+ apartment portfolio. Along with his two partners, Gary is focused on creating wealth over long periods of time without taking excessive risk. Gary Carmell joined CWS in 1987 and is responsible for all aspects of acquisition financing (debt and equity), high-level communications, and is s...

I got to know John because of a post I did with a previous podcast guest. I was immediately drawn to his personality. John is the kind of guy who doesn't care about other people's opinions or judgment, opting instead to follow his own arrow. It takes a strong sense of self to show up in the world fully present like John does. He goes after the things he wants and jumps fully in. He's building a fa...

John is the CEO of VersusGame, an online prediction money marketplace that allows anyone to play games that ask players to calculate which celebrity will be trending on social media, what business will have a higher stock price, or what cryptocurrency will be worth more. VersusGame's goal is to allow everyone's knowledge to be at play, opening up online betting platforms to everyone. John was infl...

I met Rick in 2015 through my uncle and was immediately blown away. Giving me life advice in a parking garage in Atlanta, Rick told me "the most important decision you ever make is who you marry, who that partner is." That has always stuck with me. Rick has had a vibrant career and done many things most people never get to do, and it was truly a pleasure and privilege to have him share that with m...

Rick Jones is "Captain" and Chief Creative Officer of FishBait Solutions, LLC, a lifestyle marketing, sponsorship and event-marketing consultancy and properties representation agency with an emphasis on college sports, country music, outdoor sports, food festivals and American Heritage clients. He founded the predecessor agency FishBait Marketing in 2003. He is also a managing partner at EngageMin...

Rasheid embodies heart, character, and positive values. His "why" and purpose for building his business is undoubtedly rooted in his formative experiences growing up hungry. He truly serves his employees and looks after their needs. He's not in it for the accolades, he's in it for fulfillment. His joy in family life shines through when talking about his children and wife. His inner peace and stren...

Rasheid Scarlett is the owner of Great Dwellings, a short-term rental property management company that helps property owners maximize their short-term (i.e., Airbnb, VRBO) vacation rentals. Great Dwellings helps busy vacation rental owners through expert marketing, optimized pricing, guest screening, handling key drops, cleaning, guest transportation, maintenance, and more. Rasheid is also the CEO...

David's story was so inspiring to listen to. The way he was able to take lessons from his youth and use them to create a better life for himself is remarkable. His willingness to ask for help is a lesson to all entrepreneurs. Asking for help opened up many doors for David, and led him down the path to growing his company through an appearance on Shark Tank. It was such a privilege to talk to David...

Driven by an urgency to create a better future for his generation and future generations, David founded DetraPel with one simple mission: protect what you love. This mission is derived from his passions for entrepreneurship and creating world-changing initiatives that contribute to a thriving society and planet. David believes that through innovation and a commitment to reduce environmental impact...

Debi's willingness to be vulnerable and share her career path is admirable. In today's episode, we discussed the importance of discovering what makes you come alive early in your career. Debi shared her experience of pursuing a new position that didn't feel entirely right but had a massive allure. As discussed in our conversation, Debi learned the importance of following what's stimulating and ful...

Debi Kleiman is an award-winning marketer, teacher, startup advisor, mentor, and angel investor, with over fifteen years of experience working with and coaching startups of all kinds. She is managing partner of The Upside Angels, investing in early stage startups and providing strategic advisory services and coaching for founders. Prior to this, she spent 5 years as the Executive Director of the A...

Julia's immense drive, hustle, and vision are contagious. Her path to success is one that's filled with grit and determination. Immigrating to a new country is difficult no matter who you are, but at 15, Julia faced even more obstacles coming to the United States. In the face of these difficulties, not only did she adapt to the culture, learn the language, and build a life quickly, but she did it...

Julia is a co-founder and managing director at JJ Studio, helping startups of all sizes launch new products and markets, scale their operations, and acquire new users through world-class marketing & sales. JJ Studio provides end-to-end project management and consulting to series A & B startups that are looking to grow their user base, launch new markets/ verticals, or streamline their operations....

David is a true visionary. I admire his vision for building social impact brands and his ability to piece together his aspirations under one roof. He imparted a ton of wisdom during this episode, including the power of mentorship and storytelling. David's story would not be complete without his mentor, Liz, who looked out for him, helped extend his comfort zone and picked him up when he fell. Thro...

Dave Simnick is the CEO and co-founder of SoapBox Soaps, a company that works to empower customers to change the world through everyday, quality purchases. SoapBox products are currently shelved in tens of thousands of stores across the United States and beyond. As an Eagle Scout, Dave's dream was to found for-profit companies with a social mission at their core. Since then, he has worked as eithe...

I loved talking to Michelle. Her ability to show up completely, full of emotion and honesty, is refreshing. One thing that particularly struck me about her story is her upbringing. Michelle grew up in a family that, on the outside, was comfortable. The reality, though, was that it was all a facade. It's interesting how many people grow up in a similar circumstance. What's most impressive about her...

Michelle is a Managing Director and Financial Advisor, a role in which she uses her passion for financial literacy, married with the science of wealth management and the art of financial therapy. Michelle's childhood informed her career path: Growing up "yacht poor," she was surrounded by the trappings of wealth but knew her family wasn't far from catastrophe. Michelle questioned her financial sto...