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#42 - Mike Espitia - Goldstar Barber Studio, TDK, Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy

Mike is the Owner and Co-Owner of Goldstar Barber Studio, a barber studio in found throughout Texas, and TDK, a shoe and apparel store. He is a wonderful human being who has worked hard to make an impact in his immediate community and the greater Texas area. He has changed the lives of many other business owners and barbers. He is changing lives. Check him out: 
 
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#41 - Jeff Urrutia - Mentorship, Success, Goldstar Barbershop

Jeff is my barber, a friend, and mentor. A gentleman who works hard to provide for his community and family. I met Jeff several years ago now and the relatiosnhip developed into one of exposure to great people and self reflection. He is a Man who I look up to and cherish. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. 
 
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#40 - Luke Knudsvig - Aviation, Private Pilot, Instructor

Luke comes on to talk about his experience and expertise as an aviation instructor and the process behind the education to become an instructor. It was a great pleasure. 
 
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#39 - Elliot Chester - Las Vegas Barber, Decision Making

Elliot comes onto the podcast to talk about who the barber behind the blades is. He owns Elliot and Co and the Garrison in Downtown Vegas. I hope you enjoy. 
 
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#38 -Heather Connor - World Champion Powerlifter, Coach, Educator

Heather came on to discuss who the lifter is behind the big three. Heather was a pleasure to speak with. She is an accomplished powerlifter and has plenty more goals to accomplish before the end of her lifting career. She has a great community around her, and I'm happy to have had the opportunity to speak with her. I hope y'all enjoy! 
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#37 - Eric Nicksick - UFC Coach, Xtreme Couture, Fight Prep

Eric is a coach at Xtreme Courture. From being a full time bartender to now coaching some of the worlds best fighters. He continues to coach athlete like Francis Ngannu and many others. Check him out on Instagram. 
Thank you for listening! 
 
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#36 - Avery Linhart - Twin Peaks Girl, Texas A&M, TikTok Growth

Avery comes onto the podcast to talk about her experience in the service industry. She has worked through her time at Texas A&M. She was at Hooters before becoming a bartender at Twin Peaks. During the pandemic, she took her extra time to start posting videos on TikTok. She discusses finding a niche, a friend, and what pros and cons come with having a platform.
 
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#35 - Max Kutch - MARSOC Sniper, Dartmouth University, Powerlifting

Max comes on to talk about his 12.5 years of experience in the Marines as a Sniper in MARSOC, his beginnings into weight training and his decision to become a serviceman, and life lessons along the way. Max is currently pursing his Doctorate in Medicine at Duke University School of Medicine. He is a high character individual who I am glad I get to call a friend. 
 
I look forward to having Max on again in the future. Great human. 
 
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#34 - Jennifer Thompson - Powerlifting, Programming, Benching, Educating

Jennifer Thompson Comes on the podcast to talk about her experience in the sport of Powerlifting and being able to watch its growth of the years. From a small bro gym to now her family/community gym, Jen has been able to watch the sport grow. Her dedication, patience, and love of the sport is something that is inspiring men, women, humans. Thank you, Jen. 
 
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#33 - Cameron Smith - Mormon, ADHD, Mental Health, Coming Out

Cameron talks about his story coming away from the Mormon church and how his family and friends treated him during his separation of the Mormon church and now coming out as Bisexual. Cameron discusses what practices he uses to keep his mental health in a safe place.
 
- "Emotional Blackmail" by Susan Forward https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Blackmail-People-Obligation-Manipulate/dp/0060928972/ref=sr_1_1?crid=EO9IXXS590SP&keywords=emotional+blackmail&qid=1679430789&s=books&sprefix=emotional+blackmail%2Cstripbooks%2C124&sr=1-1
 
- "Come as You Are" by Emily Nagoski https://www.amazon.com/Come-You-Are-Surprising-Transform/dp/1476762090
 
- "How to Avoid Falling in Love With a Jerk" by John Van Epp https://www.amazon.com/How-Avoid-Falling-Love-Jerk/dp/0071548424/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3PU1WWUTYYASD&keywords=how+to+avoid+falling+in+love+with+a+jerk&qid=1679430744&s=books&sprefix=how+to+avoid+fall%2Cstripbooks%2C129&sr=1-1
 
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