<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Grindistry]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Your business podcast made by 2 business owners</p>]]></description><link>www.grindistry.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:14:40 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/uTumWpeT.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></author><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:39:03 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Travis Stone]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Entrepreneurship]]></category><itunes:author>Travis Stone</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Your business podcast made by 2 business owners&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Travis Stone</itunes:name><itunes:email>grindistry247@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Business"><itunes:category text="Entrepreneurship"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><item><title><![CDATA[Security, Strip Clubs & Tattoo Stories]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers Jason Perino's transition from a career as a bouncer to becoming a tattoo artist. It also delves into the challenges of bouncing, the dynamics of bar security, and the complexities of tattoo shop ownership. Additionally, it explores the tattooing industry, including conventions and cover-ups. The conversation delves into the world of tattoo judging, the artistry of tattooing, the challenges of running a tattoo shop, transitioning to the culinary world, opening a brunch restaurant, and the concept of multipotentialitism and prioritization.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Transition from bouncing to tattooing</li><li>Challenges of tattoo shop ownership Tattoo judging involves unique experiences and challenges</li><li>Transitioning from tattooing to the culinary world requires careful planning and consideration</li><li>Opening a brunch restaurant involves understanding the local market and customer preferences</li><li>Multipotentialitism presents challenges in prioritizing and focusing on key areas of interest</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Jason Perino</li><li>00:29 Sean's Weekend in New York City</li><li>01:55 Jason's Career as a Bouncer</li><li>03:16 Bouncing in Different States</li><li>03:37 Challenges of Bouncing in Florida</li><li>04:02 Security Issues in Local Bars</li><li>04:21 Bar Security and Community Dynamics</li><li>04:50 Challenges of ID Checks at Bars</li><li>05:18 Dealing with Drunk Patrons</li><li>05:42 Bouncer's Role in Handling Customers</li><li>05:57 Handling Customer Inquiries at the Door</li><li>06:27 Dealing with Drunk Customers</li><li>06:57 Accepting Money to Skip the Line</li><li>07:27 Dress Codes and Entry Policies</li><li>08:00 Final Incident as a Bouncer</li><li>12:09 Training and Self-Defense in Security</li><li>14:50 Transition to Tattooing</li><li>15:44 Tattooing and Apprenticeships</li><li>20:57 Tattoo Shop Ownership and Business Ventures</li><li>21:34 Tattoo Shop Ownership Challenges</li><li>22:29 Tattoo Shop Ownership and Financial Arrangements</li><li>23:05 Tattoo Shop Ownership and Industry Dynamics</li><li>30:26 Tattoo Cover-Ups and Conventions</li><li>32:22 The World of Tattoo Judging</li><li>36:18 Tattoo Artists and Their Craft</li><li>37:36 Finding the Best Tattoo Artist</li><li>39:36 Challenges of Running a Tattoo Shop</li><li>44:29 Transitioning to the Culinary World</li><li>45:18 Opening a Brunch Restaurant</li><li>59:30 Multipotentialitism and Prioritization</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2c234904-1dc4-48fa-8cde-f32e4e6ee922</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:27:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/0eb5e9b6e11d7995f23e0a08df27ae69a1dce48ac15b69acc01c9d9b77ecbb04/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyYzIzNDkwNC0xZGM0LTQ4ZmEtOGNkZS1mMzJlNGU2ZWU5MjIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE4ZGI2ZjNiOWVkMWExM2RmMjZjZTQwL3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtOC0yNV9fMTctMzgtMjcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="122927795" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/2c234904-1dc4-48fa-8cde-f32e4e6ee922/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers Jason Perino&apos;s transition from a career as a bouncer to becoming a tattoo artist. It also delves into the challenges of bouncing, the dynamics of bar security, and the complexities of tattoo shop ownership. Additionally, it explores the tattooing industry, including conventions and cover-ups. The conversation delves into the world of tattoo judging, the artistry of tattooing, the challenges of running a tattoo shop, transitioning to the culinary world, opening a brunch restaurant, and the concept of multipotentialitism and prioritization.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Transition from bouncing to tattooing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenges of tattoo shop ownership Tattoo judging involves unique experiences and challenges&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Transitioning from tattooing to the culinary world requires careful planning and consideration&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Opening a brunch restaurant involves understanding the local market and customer preferences&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Multipotentialitism presents challenges in prioritizing and focusing on key areas of interest&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction to Jason Perino&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:29 Sean&apos;s Weekend in New York City&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:55 Jason&apos;s Career as a Bouncer&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;03:16 Bouncing in Different States&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;03:37 Challenges of Bouncing in Florida&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;04:02 Security Issues in Local Bars&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;04:21 Bar Security and Community Dynamics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;04:50 Challenges of ID Checks at Bars&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:18 Dealing with Drunk Patrons&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:42 Bouncer&apos;s Role in Handling Customers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:57 Handling Customer Inquiries at the Door&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:27 Dealing with Drunk Customers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:57 Accepting Money to Skip the Line&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:27 Dress Codes and Entry Policies&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;08:00 Final Incident as a Bouncer&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;12:09 Training and Self-Defense in Security&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;14:50 Transition to Tattooing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;15:44 Tattooing and Apprenticeships&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;20:57 Tattoo Shop Ownership and Business Ventures&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;21:34 Tattoo Shop Ownership Challenges&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;22:29 Tattoo Shop Ownership and Financial Arrangements&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:05 Tattoo Shop Ownership and Industry Dynamics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:26 Tattoo Cover-Ups and Conventions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:22 The World of Tattoo Judging&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:18 Tattoo Artists and Their Craft&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:36 Finding the Best Tattoo Artist&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;39:36 Challenges of Running a Tattoo Shop&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;44:29 Transitioning to the Culinary World&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;45:18 Opening a Brunch Restaurant&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;59:30 Multipotentialitism and Prioritization&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:04:01</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Security, Strip Clubs &amp; Tattoo Stories</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[WE NEEDED A BREAK!]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the importance of family and how it takes priority over business matters. It also delves into the significance of professionalism in business operations. Additionally, the discussion explores the world of photography and videography, the value of certifications and qualifications, and the importance of finding joy in life and business. The conversation delves into the early morning work ethic, the challenges of flexible work hours, the reality of editing, selling professional services, pricing and gear in videography, the science of cameras, business and branding, and future guests and aspirations.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Family comes first</li><li>Importance of business professionalism Early morning work ethic</li><li>Challenges of flexible work hours</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Importance of Family</li><li>07:09 Professionalism in Business</li><li>12:44 Photography and Videography</li><li>17:24 Certifications and Qualifications</li><li>27:04 Finding Joy in Life and Business</li><li>28:28 Early Morning Work Ethic</li><li>29:27 Challenges of Flexible Work Hours</li><li>30:23 The Reality of Editing</li><li>33:39 Selling Professional Services</li><li>34:59 Pricing and Gear in Videography</li><li>35:29 The Science of Cameras</li><li>36:51 Business and Branding</li><li>46:23 Future Guests and Aspirations</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">1416fe5b-c3a0-4c94-a4cc-4af26984ff4b</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:51:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/8b55bb5b93dd22cf8449fec42908bada7ae245a48b8c597e644970e29c08e6f6/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxNDE2ZmU1Yi1jM2EwLTRjOTQtYTRjYy00YWYyNjk4NGZmNGIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE3NGE1YjIxZjMyZGIwNDY1ODBhMmU0L3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtOC02X18xNy0xOC0xMC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="107506773" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/1416fe5b-c3a0-4c94-a4cc-4af26984ff4b/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the importance of family and how it takes priority over business matters. It also delves into the significance of professionalism in business operations. Additionally, the discussion explores the world of photography and videography, the value of certifications and qualifications, and the importance of finding joy in life and business. The conversation delves into the early morning work ethic, the challenges of flexible work hours, the reality of editing, selling professional services, pricing and gear in videography, the science of cameras, business and branding, and future guests and aspirations.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Family comes first&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Importance of business professionalism Early morning work ethic&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenges of flexible work hours&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Importance of Family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:09 Professionalism in Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;12:44 Photography and Videography&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:24 Certifications and Qualifications&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;27:04 Finding Joy in Life and Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;28:28 Early Morning Work Ethic&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:27 Challenges of Flexible Work Hours&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:23 The Reality of Editing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;33:39 Selling Professional Services&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;34:59 Pricing and Gear in Videography&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;35:29 The Science of Cameras&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:51 Business and Branding&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;46:23 Future Guests and Aspirations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:56:00</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>WE NEEDED A BREAK!</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRINDING BEHIND THE GLASS: Glen of Tint Town]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers topics such as the power of social media marketing, preparing for a new business location, the importance of taking breaks, balancing work and family time, the necessity of vacations and breaks, mentorship and learning from others, and the challenges of tinting vehicles. The discussion also delves into the challenges of business ownership and the impact of prior experience on starting a new business. The conversation covers various topics including work-life balance, spending time with family, challenges of tinting cars, the importance of competitiveness in business, dealing with social media and competition, the dangers of overworking, and lessons learned from business mistakes.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Social media marketing</li><li>Balancing work and family</li><li>Challenges of business ownership Work-life balance</li><li>Competitiveness</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Challenges of Tinting Vehicles</li><li>26:30 Work-Life Balance and Personal Relationships</li><li>27:23 Spending Time with Family and Kids</li><li>28:13 Discussion on Gambling and Competitiveness</li><li>29:35 Challenges of Tinting Convertible Cars</li><li>30:11 Tricks and Techniques for Tinting Cars</li><li>31:30 The Importance of Competitiveness in Business</li><li>33:01 Dealing with Social Media and Competition</li><li>37:32 The Dangers of Overworking and Lack of Sleep</li><li>41:40 Lessons Learned from Business Mistakes</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">08a0194b-016d-43de-8f69-da59a4ac89c3</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:42:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/69b0a55c2b8d4f440c1fe39610becc2e7069cc2489ed9bddb65a10c2c4bf7b82/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwOGEwMTk0Yi0wMTZkLTQzZGUtOGY2OS1kYTU5YTRhYzg5YzMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE3NGMzMzQ1OGE5NDAyZDBlNDM4MDAwL3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtOC02X18xOS0yNC00Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="100800200" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/08a0194b-016d-43de-8f69-da59a4ac89c3/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers topics such as the power of social media marketing, preparing for a new business location, the importance of taking breaks, balancing work and family time, the necessity of vacations and breaks, mentorship and learning from others, and the challenges of tinting vehicles. The discussion also delves into the challenges of business ownership and the impact of prior experience on starting a new business. The conversation covers various topics including work-life balance, spending time with family, challenges of tinting cars, the importance of competitiveness in business, dealing with social media and competition, the dangers of overworking, and lessons learned from business mistakes.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Social media marketing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Balancing work and family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenges of business ownership Work-life balance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Competitiveness&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Challenges of Tinting Vehicles&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;26:30 Work-Life Balance and Personal Relationships&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;27:23 Spending Time with Family and Kids&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;28:13 Discussion on Gambling and Competitiveness&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:35 Challenges of Tinting Convertible Cars&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:11 Tricks and Techniques for Tinting Cars&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;31:30 The Importance of Competitiveness in Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;33:01 Dealing with Social Media and Competition&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:32 The Dangers of Overworking and Lack of Sleep&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;41:40 Lessons Learned from Business Mistakes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:52:30</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>GRINDING BEHIND THE GLASS: Glen of Tint Town</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE BATTLE BEFORE THE BLESSING- Mike Johnson]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers topics related to personal and professional growth, business management, faith, and the impact of religion on life and business. It also delves into the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the importance of financial management, and the role of faith in overcoming obstacles and achieving success. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including faith, religion, business strategies, and advice for success. Travis shares insights on his personal journey, the storage unit business, marketing strategies, and the importance of embracing struggle. Mike Johnson discusses financial tips and the impact of changing faith. The conversation emphasizes the value of gratitude and the preparation provided by current struggles for future success.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Faith and spirituality can play a significant role in personal and professional growth.</li><li>Financial management and understanding business numbers are crucial for sustainable business growth.</li><li>The journey of entrepreneurship involves challenges, sacrifices, and the need for continuous learning and improvement. Embrace the struggle and be grateful for the season you're in, as it prepares you for something greater.</li><li>Business success requires a village, faith, and the ability to learn from mistakes.</li><li>Marketing strategies, such as vehicle graphics and yard signs, play a crucial role in brand recognition and customer engagement.</li><li>The storage unit business offers passive income and requires a focus on automation and customer convenience.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Journey of Entrepreneurship</li><li>02:27 The Evolution of Business and Perceived Value</li><li>04:23 The Impact of Faith on Business and Life</li><li>07:15 The Importance of Financial Management</li><li>11:31 The Power of Faith and Personal Growth</li><li>32:18 The Role of Religion in Business and Life</li><li>37:09 The Challenges and Rewards of Entrepreneurship</li><li>41:26 Faith and Religion</li><li>43:47 The Storage Unit Business</li><li>45:16 Commercial Land and Business Acquisition</li><li>50:04 Marketing Strategies and Brand Recognition</li><li>01:19:04 The Impact of Struggle on Success</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">169f7159-0ce0-4a30-9ad6-d9d44b17922d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:20:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d9b75104a616f94f13a4c32b91be7aeb600319ff7d32c7f08204b04bfbdbae16/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxNjlmNzE1OS0wY2UwLTRhMzAtOWFkNi1kOWQ0NGIxNzkyMmQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE4NGI5MGY1ZTM5Y2JkZjRkYTU3MThiL3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtOC0xOF9fMjEtNTctMy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="154117581" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/169f7159-0ce0-4a30-9ad6-d9d44b17922d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers topics related to personal and professional growth, business management, faith, and the impact of religion on life and business. It also delves into the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the importance of financial management, and the role of faith in overcoming obstacles and achieving success. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including faith, religion, business strategies, and advice for success. Travis shares insights on his personal journey, the storage unit business, marketing strategies, and the importance of embracing struggle. Mike Johnson discusses financial tips and the impact of changing faith. The conversation emphasizes the value of gratitude and the preparation provided by current struggles for future success.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Faith and spirituality can play a significant role in personal and professional growth.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Financial management and understanding business numbers are crucial for sustainable business growth.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The journey of entrepreneurship involves challenges, sacrifices, and the need for continuous learning and improvement. Embrace the struggle and be grateful for the season you&apos;re in, as it prepares you for something greater.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business success requires a village, faith, and the ability to learn from mistakes.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Marketing strategies, such as vehicle graphics and yard signs, play a crucial role in brand recognition and customer engagement.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The storage unit business offers passive income and requires a focus on automation and customer convenience.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Journey of Entrepreneurship&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;02:27 The Evolution of Business and Perceived Value&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;04:23 The Impact of Faith on Business and Life&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:15 The Importance of Financial Management&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:31 The Power of Faith and Personal Growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:18 The Role of Religion in Business and Life&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:09 The Challenges and Rewards of Entrepreneurship&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;41:26 Faith and Religion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;43:47 The Storage Unit Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;45:16 Commercial Land and Business Acquisition&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;50:04 Marketing Strategies and Brand Recognition&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:19:04 The Impact of Struggle on Success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:20:16</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>THE BATTLE BEFORE THE BLESSING- Mike Johnson</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[BIKER GANG MEMBERS GO LEGIT, HERES HOW!!- A/R Customs]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the journey of AR Custom and Collision, discussing the challenges and successes of starting and growing a business in the collision and customs industry. The hosts and guests share insights on the startup costs, challenges with insurance companies, and the importance of finding a balance between personal and professional life. The conversation covers the importance of mentorship, the challenges of trade businesses, the value of learning from mistakes, the impact of YouTube on skill development, the drawbacks of traditional education, the entrepreneurial mindset, and the significance of car culture and community events.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Startup Costs</li><li>Navigating Insurance Claims</li><li>Balancing Personal and Professional Life Mentorship is a common theme among successful business owners.</li><li>Trade businesses face challenges due to a lack of skilled workers and changing industry dynamics.</li><li>Learning from mistakes and self-determination are key factors in business success.</li><li>YouTube serves as a valuable resource for skill development and learning.</li><li>Traditional education is criticized for its limitations and lack of practical application.</li><li>Entrepreneurs thrive on the pressure and challenges of business ownership.</li><li>Car culture and community events play a significant role in bringing people together and fostering appreciation for different vehicles.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Starting a Business in Collision and Customs</li><li>02:23 Navigating Insurance Claims</li><li>27:54 Balancing Personal and Professional Life</li><li>30:18 The Value of Mentorship</li><li>32:15 Challenges of Trade Businesses</li><li>33:42 Learning from Mistakes and Self-Determination</li><li>35:10 The Impact of YouTube on Skill Development</li><li>36:33 Drawbacks of Traditional Education</li><li>37:17 The Entrepreneurial Mindset</li><li>40:44 Car Culture and Community Events</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8f872506-d7fb-42bd-827a-77e25483441c</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:23:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/06e46607fe4d17c16b43075d51250c0059786675921c7de1455b963ee1f7bca0/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4Zjg3MjUwNi1kN2ZiLTQyYmQtODI3YS03N2UyNTQ4MzQ0MWMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE3MGQ5NmJmMmZmMThmYjM4ZDdkODU2L3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtOC0zX18yMC05LTQ3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="110878868" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/8f872506-d7fb-42bd-827a-77e25483441c/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the journey of AR Custom and Collision, discussing the challenges and successes of starting and growing a business in the collision and customs industry. The hosts and guests share insights on the startup costs, challenges with insurance companies, and the importance of finding a balance between personal and professional life. The conversation covers the importance of mentorship, the challenges of trade businesses, the value of learning from mistakes, the impact of YouTube on skill development, the drawbacks of traditional education, the entrepreneurial mindset, and the significance of car culture and community events.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Startup Costs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Navigating Insurance Claims&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Balancing Personal and Professional Life Mentorship is a common theme among successful business owners.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Trade businesses face challenges due to a lack of skilled workers and changing industry dynamics.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Learning from mistakes and self-determination are key factors in business success.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;YouTube serves as a valuable resource for skill development and learning.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Traditional education is criticized for its limitations and lack of practical application.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Entrepreneurs thrive on the pressure and challenges of business ownership.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Car culture and community events play a significant role in bringing people together and fostering appreciation for different vehicles.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Starting a Business in Collision and Customs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;02:23 Navigating Insurance Claims&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;27:54 Balancing Personal and Professional Life&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:18 The Value of Mentorship&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:15 Challenges of Trade Businesses&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;33:42 Learning from Mistakes and Self-Determination&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;35:10 The Impact of YouTube on Skill Development&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:33 Drawbacks of Traditional Education&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:17 The Entrepreneurial Mindset&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;40:44 Car Culture and Community Events&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:57:45</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>BIKER GANG MEMBERS GO LEGIT, HERES HOW!!- A/R Customs</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Soft Hands-Dustin Davis]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers topics related to daily work experiences, employee well-being, business ownership, milestones, customer service, and hierarchy in customer relations. It delves into the challenges of work conditions, the importance of employee well-being, and the dynamics of business ownership and employee relations. It also explores the significance of milestones in achieving success, the role of customer service and education, and the balance between hierarchy and customer relations. The conversation delves into the importance of building trust through exceptional service, the impact of word of mouth on business success, the value of learning from mistakes, the influence of location on business, and the significance of integrity and trust in business relationships. The conversation delves into the wisdom of experience, the importance of building a strong team, the value of camaraderie, leadership and trust, respect and loyalty, the human side of business, the power of word of mouth, and concludes with final thoughts and an outro.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Employee well-being is crucial for productivity and success</li><li>Customer service and education are essential for building strong relationships Trust is built through exceptional service</li><li>Word of mouth is a powerful form of advertising</li><li>Mistakes should be turned into lessons</li><li>Location can impact business success</li><li>Integrity and trust are crucial in business relationships The significance of experience and wisdom in business</li><li>The power of word of mouth and building strong relationships</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Daily Grind</li><li>01:19 Work Conditions and Employee Well-being</li><li>02:59 Business Ownership and Employee Relations</li><li>05:09 Milestones and Success</li><li>08:19 Customer Service and Education</li><li>22:22 Hierarchy and Customer Relations</li><li>34:55 Building Trust Through Service</li><li>35:18 The Power of Word of Mouth</li><li>38:28 Lessons from Mistakes</li><li>37:10 Location and Business Impact</li><li>47:09 The Importance of Integrity and Trust</li><li>54:22 The Wisdom of Experience</li><li>56:28 Building a Strong Team</li><li>57:17 The Importance of Camaraderie</li><li>58:09 Leadership and Trust</li><li>59:29 Respect and Loyalty</li><li>01:00:24 The Human Side of Business</li><li>01:15:47 The Power of Word of Mouth</li><li>01:19:01 Final Thoughts and Outro</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">25ffe6f2-93de-49dc-a905-08ad182038b0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:04:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/26929eb12e8519045f4d07ca7d08df7bd83ab6ced1954d195fed74cece928407/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyNWZmZTZmMi05M2RlLTQ5ZGMtYTkwNS0wOGFkMTgyMDM4YjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE3MGNhMmFlNmE1M2QxOTU4YTUyY2Y3L3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtOC0zX18xOS00LTQyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="153092745" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/25ffe6f2-93de-49dc-a905-08ad182038b0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers topics related to daily work experiences, employee well-being, business ownership, milestones, customer service, and hierarchy in customer relations. It delves into the challenges of work conditions, the importance of employee well-being, and the dynamics of business ownership and employee relations. It also explores the significance of milestones in achieving success, the role of customer service and education, and the balance between hierarchy and customer relations. The conversation delves into the importance of building trust through exceptional service, the impact of word of mouth on business success, the value of learning from mistakes, the influence of location on business, and the significance of integrity and trust in business relationships. The conversation delves into the wisdom of experience, the importance of building a strong team, the value of camaraderie, leadership and trust, respect and loyalty, the human side of business, the power of word of mouth, and concludes with final thoughts and an outro.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Employee well-being is crucial for productivity and success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Customer service and education are essential for building strong relationships Trust is built through exceptional service&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Word of mouth is a powerful form of advertising&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mistakes should be turned into lessons&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Location can impact business success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Integrity and trust are crucial in business relationships The significance of experience and wisdom in business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The power of word of mouth and building strong relationships&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Daily Grind&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:19 Work Conditions and Employee Well-being&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;02:59 Business Ownership and Employee Relations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:09 Milestones and Success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;08:19 Customer Service and Education&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;22:22 Hierarchy and Customer Relations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;34:55 Building Trust Through Service&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;35:18 The Power of Word of Mouth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;38:28 Lessons from Mistakes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:10 Location and Business Impact&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;47:09 The Importance of Integrity and Trust&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;54:22 The Wisdom of Experience&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;56:28 Building a Strong Team&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;57:17 The Importance of Camaraderie&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;58:09 Leadership and Trust&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;59:29 Respect and Loyalty&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:00:24 The Human Side of Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:15:47 The Power of Word of Mouth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:19:01 Final Thoughts and Outro&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:19:44</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>No Soft Hands-Dustin Davis</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Highlight]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the impact of personal relationships on business, the importance of setting boundaries with clients, and the recognition of personal and professional flaws for growth and improvement. The conversation delves into the challenges of organization, the importance of delegation, and the balance between business responsibilities and personal passion. It also explores the trial and error nature of entrepreneurship, the impact of social media, and the significance of hard work. Guest reflections provide insights into the experiences and lessons learned from successful entrepreneurs.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Personal relationships with clients can impact business</li><li>Setting boundaries with clients is important for time management and business success Organization is key</li><li>Passion and perseverance are essential for success</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Impact of Personal Relationships on Business</li><li>02:46 Setting Boundaries with Clients</li><li>20:58 Recognizing Flaws and Making Changes</li><li>25:19 The Challenge of Organization</li><li>26:50 Delegating and Hiring Assistance</li><li>27:42 Balancing Business and Passion</li><li>29:29 The Trial and Error of Entrepreneurship</li><li>30:29 The Importance of Organization</li><li>37:25 The Reality Behind Social Media</li><li>38:59 The Importance of Hard Work</li><li>40:58 Guest Reflections: Austin, Eddie, and Cash</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e6c30418-d0eb-4b80-b031-9737729d45cf</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:44:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/17ad1642359689a0f8eaf45e97c776fcc8add8ae286ec655fae56ca0625a3d86/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlNmMzMDQxOC1kMGViLTRiODAtYjAzMS05NzM3NzI5ZDQ1Y2YiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1Njg2MTdiYTcxNjRlM2IwMjliOTE3L3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0xNF9fMjAtNTUtMTkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="98090988" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/e6c30418-d0eb-4b80-b031-9737729d45cf/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the impact of personal relationships on business, the importance of setting boundaries with clients, and the recognition of personal and professional flaws for growth and improvement. The conversation delves into the challenges of organization, the importance of delegation, and the balance between business responsibilities and personal passion. It also explores the trial and error nature of entrepreneurship, the impact of social media, and the significance of hard work. Guest reflections provide insights into the experiences and lessons learned from successful entrepreneurs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Personal relationships with clients can impact business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Setting boundaries with clients is important for time management and business success Organization is key&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Passion and perseverance are essential for success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Impact of Personal Relationships on Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;02:46 Setting Boundaries with Clients&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;20:58 Recognizing Flaws and Making Changes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;25:19 The Challenge of Organization&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;26:50 Delegating and Hiring Assistance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;27:42 Balancing Business and Passion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:29 The Trial and Error of Entrepreneurship&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:29 The Importance of Organization&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:25 The Reality Behind Social Media&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;38:59 The Importance of Hard Work&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;40:58 Guest Reflections: Austin, Eddie, and Cash&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:51:05</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Highlight</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hustle to Holding's- Second Chance Diner- Eddie DePalma]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the journey of starting and growing a diner business, highlighting the challenges, sacrifices, and leadership required. It emphasizes the impact of failure, the role of mentoring, and the joy of seeing others succeed. The importance of the team's growth and achieving profit in the restaurant business are also discussed. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the restaurant business, innovative menu creation, inspiring others, real estate investment, wealth management, balancing work and family, and the importance of risk and change in personal and professional growth. The key takeaways from the conversation are the importance of business strategy and the necessity of sacrifice in achieving success.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Sacrifice</li><li>Leadership Business Strategy</li><li>Sacrifice</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Starting Second Chance Diner</li><li>03:05 The Challenges of Starting a Diner</li><li>04:51 The Importance of Sacrifice</li><li>07:50 The Power of Leadership</li><li>10:49 Overcoming Setbacks</li><li>14:13 The Process of Success</li><li>17:12 The Impact of Failure</li><li>20:00 The Role of Mentoring</li><li>22:54 The Joy of Seeing Others Succeed</li><li>25:47 The Growth of the Team</li><li>29:09 Achieving Profit in the Restaurant Business</li><li>32:58 The Restaurant Business</li><li>34:27 Innovative Menu Creation</li><li>35:27 Inspiring Others</li><li>37:17 Real Estate Investment</li><li>43:00 Wealth Management</li><li>53:26 Balancing Work and Family</li><li>01:04:25 Risk and Change</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c9751f8e-f825-4275-a976-e40f479337c0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:49:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6a2adbf411882a1b394a56dd3fe8aaf421cf0af3a7e7567f26591e7576949407/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjOTc1MWY4ZS1mODI1LTQyNzUtYTk3Ni1lNDBmNDc5MzM3YzAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1OTQwMDVlZTEzZGUyMTg1MDAzOThjL3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0xNl9fMjItMzMtOC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="126288187" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/c9751f8e-f825-4275-a976-e40f479337c0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the journey of starting and growing a diner business, highlighting the challenges, sacrifices, and leadership required. It emphasizes the impact of failure, the role of mentoring, and the joy of seeing others succeed. The importance of the team&apos;s growth and achieving profit in the restaurant business are also discussed. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the restaurant business, innovative menu creation, inspiring others, real estate investment, wealth management, balancing work and family, and the importance of risk and change in personal and professional growth. The key takeaways from the conversation are the importance of business strategy and the necessity of sacrifice in achieving success.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sacrifice&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leadership Business Strategy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sacrifice&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Starting Second Chance Diner&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;03:05 The Challenges of Starting a Diner&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;04:51 The Importance of Sacrifice&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:50 The Power of Leadership&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;10:49 Overcoming Setbacks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;14:13 The Process of Success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:12 The Impact of Failure&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;20:00 The Role of Mentoring&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;22:54 The Joy of Seeing Others Succeed&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;25:47 The Growth of the Team&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:09 Achieving Profit in the Restaurant Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:58 The Restaurant Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;34:27 Innovative Menu Creation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;35:27 Inspiring Others&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:17 Real Estate Investment&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;43:00 Wealth Management&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;53:26 Balancing Work and Family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:04:25 Risk and Change&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:05:46</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Hustle to Holding&apos;s- Second Chance Diner- Eddie DePalma</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The truth about building wealth that nobody talks about with Real Wealthy Cash]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the entrepreneurial mindset, the journey of starting a business, and the importance of passion, dedication, and confidence in entrepreneurship. It also explores the significance of subscription-based business models, the value of quality and customer satisfaction, and the role of a mission statement in guiding business values and goals. Additionally, the discussion touches on the experience of a failed investment and the lessons learned from it. The conversation delves into the impact of AI trading and the importance of financial education. Travis shares his experience with AI trading, highlighting the slow withdrawal process and the impact of AI algorithms on trading. He also emphasizes the need for financial education, especially for young entrepreneurs and students, to make informed decisions about credit, investments, and financial management.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Entrepreneurship Mindset</li><li>Subscription-Based Business</li><li>Mission Statement and Values</li><li>Quality and Customer Satisfaction AI trading and its impact</li><li>The importance of financial education</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Entrepreneurship Mindset</li><li>02:47 Starting a Business and Worst Job Experiences</li><li>05:06 Passion for Helping People and Confidence in Business</li><li>06:56 Success Steps and Gratification from Results</li><li>09:04 Advertising Strategies and Mission Statement</li><li>11:02 Subscription-Based Business Model</li><li>13:06 Quality and Customer Satisfaction</li><li>14:59 Franchising and Mission Statement</li><li>17:07 Forex Investment Experience</li><li>28:18 AI Trading and Its Impact</li><li>30:59 The Importance of Financial Education</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e6bbf848-6366-4ed6-80c6-d58d2bfdff0c</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:43:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6a6c28bf23f764c729884c3a2493a41635d3a905e709d4968bbb9c97e474e11c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlNmJiZjg0OC02MzY2LTRlZDYtODBjNi1kNThkMmJmZGZmMGMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1MTE0M2I2Yjc4OTAyNTg1ZjYyZTY1L3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0xMF9fMTctNDgtMTEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="107194975" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/e6bbf848-6366-4ed6-80c6-d58d2bfdff0c/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the entrepreneurial mindset, the journey of starting a business, and the importance of passion, dedication, and confidence in entrepreneurship. It also explores the significance of subscription-based business models, the value of quality and customer satisfaction, and the role of a mission statement in guiding business values and goals. Additionally, the discussion touches on the experience of a failed investment and the lessons learned from it. The conversation delves into the impact of AI trading and the importance of financial education. Travis shares his experience with AI trading, highlighting the slow withdrawal process and the impact of AI algorithms on trading. He also emphasizes the need for financial education, especially for young entrepreneurs and students, to make informed decisions about credit, investments, and financial management.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Entrepreneurship Mindset&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscription-Based Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mission Statement and Values&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Quality and Customer Satisfaction AI trading and its impact&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of financial education&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Entrepreneurship Mindset&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;02:47 Starting a Business and Worst Job Experiences&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:06 Passion for Helping People and Confidence in Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:56 Success Steps and Gratification from Results&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;09:04 Advertising Strategies and Mission Statement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:02 Subscription-Based Business Model&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;13:06 Quality and Customer Satisfaction&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;14:59 Franchising and Mission Statement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:07 Forex Investment Experience&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;28:18 AI Trading and Its Impact&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:59 The Importance of Financial Education&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:55:50</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The truth about building wealth that nobody talks about with Real Wealthy Cash</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amara Media Co. "Giving up isn't an option"]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the journey of a videographer, from discovering a passion for videography to overcoming struggles and imposter syndrome. It explores the importance of competitiveness, self-improvement, and the pursuit of dreams. The discussion also highlights the significance of support, sales, psychology, and balancing work and relationships in business success. Additionally, it emphasizes the expansion of business opportunities and the importance of marketing and social media strategy. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to entrepreneurship, business ownership, personal growth, and financial advice. Travis shares insights on embracing change, learning from experience, building social skills, making smart investment choices, and the challenges of business ownership. He also discusses the transition from hands-on work to business management, the importance of self-care, and the cost of building a business. Additionally, he provides advice on starting a business on a budget and the value of building a team.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Passion and perseverance drive success in business.</li><li>Understanding clients and sales tactics are crucial for business growth. Embrace change and be open to new business ventures</li><li>Invest in personal growth and learning from experience</li><li>Building a team is essential for business success</li><li>Smart investment choices and delayed gratification are key to financial success</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Grindestree Podcast</li><li>06:28 Competitiveness and Self-Improvement</li><li>11:46 Support and Investment in Business</li><li>17:02 Psychology and Business Success</li><li>23:18 Embracing Change and New Ventures</li><li>30:00 Delayed Gratification and Long-Term Investments</li><li>35:13 Transitioning from Hands-On Work to Business Management</li><li>41:22 Cost of Building a Business and Necessary Investments</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2fb03927-d146-4d04-9b76-84e346ed36e7</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:38:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4b082195ea7b561a2fcc90cf640be0af10f4868647300271e4b934df7684e6e2/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyZmIwMzkyNy1kMTQ2LTRkMDQtOWI3Ni04NGUzNDZlZDM2ZTciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0NzE2YTNlZGNmYjE5YzcwYTIyNzAzL3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0zX18zLTU1LTQ3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="89318861" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/2fb03927-d146-4d04-9b76-84e346ed36e7/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the journey of a videographer, from discovering a passion for videography to overcoming struggles and imposter syndrome. It explores the importance of competitiveness, self-improvement, and the pursuit of dreams. The discussion also highlights the significance of support, sales, psychology, and balancing work and relationships in business success. Additionally, it emphasizes the expansion of business opportunities and the importance of marketing and social media strategy. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to entrepreneurship, business ownership, personal growth, and financial advice. Travis shares insights on embracing change, learning from experience, building social skills, making smart investment choices, and the challenges of business ownership. He also discusses the transition from hands-on work to business management, the importance of self-care, and the cost of building a business. Additionally, he provides advice on starting a business on a budget and the value of building a team.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Passion and perseverance drive success in business.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Understanding clients and sales tactics are crucial for business growth. Embrace change and be open to new business ventures&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Invest in personal growth and learning from experience&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building a team is essential for business success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Smart investment choices and delayed gratification are key to financial success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction to Grindestree Podcast&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:28 Competitiveness and Self-Improvement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:46 Support and Investment in Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:02 Psychology and Business Success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:18 Embracing Change and New Ventures&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:00 Delayed Gratification and Long-Term Investments&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;35:13 Transitioning from Hands-On Work to Business Management&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;41:22 Cost of Building a Business and Necessary Investments&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:46:31</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Amara Media Co. &quot;Giving up isn&apos;t an option&quot;</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Jump]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the challenges of balancing work and family, the importance of startup costs and business planning, and the significance of employee management and safety in a business setting. Each chapter delves into the specific aspects of these themes, providing valuable insights and experiences from the speakers.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Balancing work and family</li><li>Startup costs and business planning</li><li>Employee management and safety</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Balancing Work and Family</li><li>06:04 Employee Management and Safety</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0b416137-e3e1-4991-9b90-e60afc7d90df</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Travis Stone]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:23:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/cb3290a0c21e66f9eb95340b13d27ece7f97f607ad37718d98888a6ce24801f4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwYjQxNjEzNy1lM2UxLTQ5OTEtOWI5MC1lNjBhZmM3ZDkwZGYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI5YjQyMGY5ZC02YTFhLTQ1MjMtYmI1OS0zZGRjMDAzMTA3MjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWQ2OWRiMTQ1NDYxMWEyNTZkMTBlNmIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0NTQ4YWE2MzNmMDBjMjFkM2U5ZGJhL3RyYXZpc3Mtc3R1ZGlvLXZsdWg5LWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0xX18xOS00LTQxLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="84655272" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/episodes/0b416137-e3e1-4991-9b90-e60afc7d90df/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the challenges of balancing work and family, the importance of startup costs and business planning, and the significance of employee management and safety in a business setting. Each chapter delves into the specific aspects of these themes, providing valuable insights and experiences from the speakers.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Balancing work and family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Startup costs and business planning&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Employee management and safety&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Balancing Work and Family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:04 Employee Management and Safety&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:44:05</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/9b420f9d-6a1a-4523-bb59-3ddc00310729/logos/ef294569-c095-4e8c-ae39-fee9ed1586d5.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Jump</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>