The Way Up Podcast with Geoff Knoll

In this compelling episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll sits down with Dave Zavala, a remarkable entrepreneur who shares his incredible journey of transforming a hydraulic and pneumatic parts business. Starting as a humble salesman in 1970, Dave climbed the corporate ladder to eventually lead the company as President, overseeing seven locations and a workforce of over 150 employees. Tun...

In this compelling episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll sits down with the legendary Mitch Ribak, affectionately known as "The Godfather Of Lead Conversion." Join us as Mitch shares his incredible journey in the world of real estate and business, and unveils the powerful role that unwavering resilience played in shaping his path to success. From early setbacks to groundbreakin...

In this enlightening episode of The Way Up Podcast , your host Geoff Knoll engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. David Kasper, a distinguished philosophy professor at Rutgers University in New York, accomplished author, and high-performance coach. Dr. Kasper shares his inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation through the profound teachings of Stoicism, unveiling its profound...

In this enlightening episode of The Way Up Podcast, join your host Geoff Knoll as he delves into the crucial concept of translating knowledge into action for tangible results. It's fantastic to engage in continuous learning and personal growth, but the real magic happens when you apply what you've learned. Geoff emphasizes the importance of taking proactive steps and implementing practic...

In this inspiring episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll engages in a captivating conversation with Tyler Bolan, a remarkable 22-year-old insurance agent hailing from Missouri. Hailing from a family of entrepreneurs who have nurtured a winning mindset in him, Tyler shares his insights on the significance of community involvement and the attention to detail in achieving his remarkable succ...

In this inspiring episode of The Way Up Podcast, your host Geoff Knoll sits down with special guest Theresa Stafford, a resilient insurance agent hailing from the Fort Leonard Wood area. Theresa opens up about her journey of triumph over a challenging failed marriage and the subsequent process of rebuilding her life. Tune in as she candidly shares the pivotal role her unwavering faith in God playe...

In this inspiring episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll sits down with the talented musician, singer, and songwriter Aaron Blumer. Join us as Aaron takes us on a captivating journey from the tranquil shores of the Lake of The Ozarks to the vibrant streets of Key West, Florida. Aaron candidly shares his story of stepping out in faith to pursue his passion for music year-round, a move that...

Join us on this captivating episode of The Way Up Podcast as we sit down with the dynamic entrepreneur, Daven Michaels. From kickstarting his entrepreneurial journey at a young age of 15, Daven has gathered a wealth of wisdom and insights. In this episode, he unravels the transformative power of outsourcing tasks, enabling you to focus on your passions. Additionally, Daven emphasizes the significa...

 In this captivating episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll sits down with the renowned gym owner, trainer, and coach, Kyle Newell, affectionately known as The Panda Man. Join them as they explore Kyle's transformative journey from being a school teacher and competitive bodybuilder to becoming a leading expert in mind mapping, intermittent fasting, and cold plunging techniques. Disco...

In this episode of The Way Up Podcast I had the pleasure of having a conversation with Jay Tiegs, host of the "Do Hard Things Podcast"! Jay shares valuable insights on what has worked for him on his journey becoming successful. He talks about mastermind groups specifically providing creative ideas, networking, and support being money well spent as an investment into developing himself. J...

Join Geoff Knoll in an insightful conversation with Mike Dunbar, the esteemed president of a leading bank, as they explore the true essence of success and the power of embracing one's unique qualities. In this episode, Mike shares his invaluable wisdom on leaning into who you are, accepting and celebrating your individuality, and debunking societal expectations. Discover how embracing your au...

In this captivating episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll sits down with the renowned author and expert in child empowerment, Mother Gopi Gita. Join them as they delve into the fascinating world of social success and gain invaluable strategies from her bestselling book, "Leadership Parenting." Discover how to nurture and empower children to thrive socially, laying a solid found...

Join host Geoff Knoll on The Way Up Podcast as he engages in a captivating conversation with entrepreneur Greg Birch, founder of Delta Financial and Delta Fit. Greg's remarkable journey as an Army officer, having served in Iraq and Afghanistan, has shaped his perspective on life and success. In this episode, Greg shares his profound insights on the direct connection between physical fitness a...

In this captivating episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll engages in an enlightening/ entertaining conversation with Seth Horst, a Realtor hailing from Northern Idaho. Seth's unique background as a retired law enforcement officer in CA and a 25-year practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to the table. Join them as they delve into Seth's ins...

Welcome to The Way Up Podcast, where we explore the remarkable journeys of individuals who have achieved extraordinary success in various aspects of life. In this episode, join us as we sit down with Russel Dixon, a 65-year-old retiree who defies the limitations of age and showcases the true potential of active living. Having retired from a successful career in banking and sales, Russel's com...

In this captivating episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ben Sandy, who shares his remarkable story of overcoming adversity and finding his true path in life. From being cut off from his parents' financial support to becoming a role model for his daughter, Ben's journey is a testament to the power of self-discovery and perseverance. Joi...

 In this empowering episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll sits down with a remarkable individual who exemplifies the power of adaptation and resilience. Join us as we engage in a captivating conversation with Luge, a retired teacher, former mayor, award-winning author, and the esteemed 2022 citizen of the year in Waynesville, MO. Luge shares her incredible journey of adapting to a new re...

Join Geoff Knoll in this inspiring episode of The Way Up Podcast as he sits down with Andrew Wikstrom, a former sheriffs deputy turned minimalist and successful property investor. Andrew shares his incredible journey of self-discovery, starting with a life-changing through hike on the Pacific West Trail that led him to reassess his relationship with material possessions. Discover how Andrew's...

In this episode of "The Way Up Podcast with Geoff Knoll", Geoff interviews Joe Kastrinakis, a husband, father, real estate agent, and Army Veteran. Joe shares his experience of adapting to unexpected situations, particularly in light of his youngest son's autism diagnosis. He talks about the importance of being willing to reach out for help from organizations that have done extensiv...

Join host Geoff Knoll on this inspiring episode of The Way Up Podcast as he sits down with Pam Graves, a remarkable realtor-turned-humanitarian. In this conversation, Pam shares her incredible journey of establishing a culinary school and bakery in Uganda, specifically aimed at empowering abuse victim survivors and forced child brides. Discover how Pam's charitable mission work not only helps...

In this episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll sits down with success coach and content creator Gwen Foster to discuss the power of a paradigm shift in creating new and better life experiences. Gwen shares insights on the law of attraction and how focusing on your goals can give you clear direction, as well as the law of cause and effect and how every action has an equal and opposite reac...

In this episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll interviews entrepreneur and author Kyle Brost about his book "Escalate." Kyle shares insights from his experiences in business success and failures as well as his own personal journey with attempts at achieving his goals. He discusses some of the key concepts in his book and what led him to write it. Geoff also asks Kyle about his c...

In this episode of The Way Up Podcast, Geoff Knoll sits down with Mayor Sean Wilson to discuss the importance of character and humility in leadership. Mayor Wilson shares his insights on how to build trust with people by serving the community from a place of humility. He also emphasizes the value of always doing the right thing, even when it's difficult. This podcast is perfect for anyone int...

In this episode of The Way Up Podcast, host Geoff Knoll interviews Dale Sandy, a successful entrepreneur and business owner. Dale shares his story of growing up watching his parents work hard for everything they had, and how a teacher in Jr High pushed him to excel. He talks about the challenges he faced in building his manufacturing business, which grew to around 90 employees for 18 years. Dale e...

In this podcast episode, We have a conversation with Ron J Spike, a conservative hip hop artist, to discuss his experiences as a Trump supporter and the challenges he faced in a politically polarized America. Ron shares stories about getting jumped at a BLM protest rally and the struggles he faced with his family when he revealed his political stance. He also talks about the role of God in his lif...