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Slightly Serious Sign PodcastCustomer Service with a Smile with Craig Gray and Mike DegeeterEp 58: The "Redo Crew," are in the house. Craig Gray (Chicago) and Mike Degeeter (Davenport/Quad Cities) of the Wensco Sales Team are in town to talk about the value of customer service, licking (testing) paint brushes, obscure cities, and more!"Your podcast is the best podcast in the business." - Jared Granberry, President, GSG (Graphic Solutions Group)The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie...2025-03-311h 04Slightly Serious Sign PodcastWrap Film and Laminate with Mike Brown of Avery DennisonMike Brown of Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions - North America demystifies what type of wrap film/vinyl you should be using based on the application and what you're trying to achieve.Have you been using the wrong film? Or have you been spot on?The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign)https://www.wensco.com/company/slightly-serious-sign-podcast616.785.3333The...2024-12-2350 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastWhiter. Brighter. Cheaper. with Doug Driscoll of G2G LightingEp 33: How do you get whiter, brighter, and cheaper LEDs without them actually feeling cheap? Doug Driscoll of G2G Lighting (manufacturer of our United LED modules) is on the show to break it down. And stump Mike and Tyler. You'll definitely want a Doug Pillow, Doug Mug or both after this one. Watch the video on YouTube to see Mike's dream played out.The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a...2024-10-0743 minSlightly Serious Sign PodcastGPX Irving and ApologiesEp 4: Mike and Tyler talk about their experience at the most recent Graphics Pro Expo (GPX) in Irving, TX, eating on the road and what happened to Tyler's meal, having to make the pantry bigger, and more.They also issue apologies and clarifications for statements made in previous episodes. The Slightly Serious Sign Podcast is now the #1 Most Fact Checked Podcast in the United States.Voted #1 by Signman (standing on a van on top of 18 pallets changing a lightbulb over a movie theater sign)https://www.wensco.com/company/s...2024-03-1824 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #132: Tyler and Mike-"Better Listeners"In This Episode:This week on the Richest Men in Town, the guys go guest-less and keep it short in order to enjoy some college kids coming home for a bit. Don't sleep on this one though because it's classic Tyler and Mike this time "in concentrate". The guys discuss:"Killing elephants"Listening to helpThe power of curiosityLevels of listeningSympathy-empathy-compassionShow NotesWho Said It..."After an encounter with the living Son of the living God, nothing is ever again to be as it was before." -Jeffrey R. Holland2023-05-1016 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #124: Alex & Bruce Biegel (Part I)-"God Will Work It Out"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike introduce RMIT listeners to Bruce and Alex Biegel. The Biegels are an amazing couple that has a lot to teach anyone that will pull up a chair and listen to their story. Their individual faith journeys could not be more opposite from each other, but that's only half the story. The real adventure begins when they find each other and start building a life together. It's a love story unlike any that the guys have heard before. It's a living testament to the power of faith to overcome, to renew...2023-03-142h 34
Richest Men in TownEpisode 122: Tony Beckstrom-"Thank You Village"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike are back after a little hiatus to launch Season 5 and their guest takes Tyler back to his mission days in Columbus, Ohio. Tony Beckstrom joins the show to catch up on the last couple of decades and the talk is all about family. The guys take notes as Grandpa Tony gives them a preview of what life looks like when kids find love, marriage, and grandkids start happening. Tony's heart goes out to the family, friends, and community that make up the village that helped him and his wife Missy...2023-02-271h 50
Richest Men in TownEpisode #121: Daphne and Troy Blanchard-"Uh Oh...Mom and Dad are Receiving Inspiration"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike sit down with an old guest and get the "rest of the story". Way back in March of 2021, the guys had Troy Blanchard on for Episode #43 "Choose Your Own Adventure" and Troy was incredible. What the rest of the world did not know at that time is that Troy and his incredible wife Daphne were on the verge of doing something pretty bold. They were packing up their US life to respond to inspiration. You see, they had both felt the prompting (in very different ways!) to disrupt, stretch, and...2023-01-051h 56
Richest Men in TownEpisode #116: Michael Druey-"I Carry Peace"In This Episode:This week Tyler and Mike sit down "Pops". Michael Druey (aka "Pops" or "Grandpa Mike") has been trying to do it right for decades and the end result is a rich life that bears the sweet fruit we like to call RELATIONSHIPS. From his incredible personal relationship with God (aka "Dad") to his wife/best friend Sharon, Mike tries to leave enough evidence in the end for the world to be able to convict him of being a Christian. In their time with Michael, the guys are treated to a masterclass of mid-week...2022-09-171h 34
Richest Men in TownEpisode #113: Tyler & Mike-"Signing Off for Summer"In This Episode:It's Mike and Tyler sans guest and they are giving a quick update on some of the things that are shaking in their worlds. Tyler's trekking and Mike is looking for some more fashion advice. It's short and sweet this time as the guys are enjoying a little summer break. In true RMIT fashion, the topics in this episode run the gamut from Mormon pioneer experiences and relying on the atonement to getting Tyler's take on shorts with drawstrings. The guys sign off for summer and will be back in August with the...2022-07-2828 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #112: Jared Brock-"I Need a Hug"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler sit down with a friend of Tyler's from his Ohio days. Jared Brock joins the podcast to share what his "richest men in town" life is looking like these days. Jared and the guys do their best to "sell adulthood" and in true RMIT fashion, the discussion covers a lot of ground. Jared shares some unique perspective on the idea of making time and living our lives in alignment with priorities. He shares examples from his life of faith and courage. He also gets real and lets the guys in...2022-07-052h 01
Richest Men in TownEpisode #110: Tyler & Mike-"100% Responsibility"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler sit down to reflect on the great and challenging things that life is throwing at them. The great philosopher Ferris Bueller probably said it best when he said, "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." This episode is all about the "stop and look around" process as the guys take inventory of what it means to have kids grow up and leave the nest. This one runs the full range of emotions from joy and excitement for kids...2022-06-2124 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #108: Chris Scott-"Being not Doing"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler consider every episode of the Richest Men In Town a gift and this week with Chris Scott is no different. Chris and the story of the rich life that he is living literally fell in Mike's lap. One day at work, Mike hears Chris talk about his work with Guidepost Therapy, in particular the support that he is providing to dads in a program called 24/7 Dad, and the next thing you know Chris is dropping truth and wisdom to RMIT listeners. Chris has a deep bag of life experience, education...2022-06-071h 51
Richest Men in TownEpisode #107: Casey Kelly-"Growth Always Comes From Challenge"In This Episode:The guys share a couple of hours with Mike's neighbor Casey Kelly. Casey and his amazing wife Tracee are proud parents of three incredible girls and he is all in on living life as richly as he can each and every day. In their time with Casey, Mike and Tyler cover a wide range of topics, everything from date night pedicures (Tyler's not a fan) and their own mortality to meditation and the benefits of therapy. Casey lets the guys in on the highs and lows and learnings that life deals out along...2022-05-312h 04
Richest Men in TownEpisode #104: Tyler and Mike-"There Is No Plateau"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike kick the guests out again to connect and make some meaning of things...things from recent guests, from guests way back, and from what life is dealing them right now. The guys get into all kinds of topics including:attacking and killing weaknesses, bad habits, and old debrisspiritual momentum and avoiding speed bumpsseekingbuilding character and surviving ethical crisesleverage to liftputting in the workThe entire Richest Men in Town community reaches out to support our friend Dave Specht and his family at this time. Dave's dad passed away...2022-05-1033 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #103: Justin Queen-"There's Always Redemption Around the Corner"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike sit down with Mike's friend Justin Queen. Justin brings courage and vulnerability to the space and the result is perhaps the most powerful RMIT episode yet. Justin is doing the work to heal, to change, and to help others do the same. As a child he endured adversity and looking back he sees people called into his life to help him when he needed it most. Later, as a husband/father/soldier, he answered the call of duty to serve his country and to this day he carries the scars...2022-04-262h 00
Richest Men in TownEpisode #102: Travis Richey-"But God"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler sit down with a one-of-a-kind guest. Travis Richey joins the program to share his story of how his adversity became his biggest asset. Travis comes to the program through their mutual friend Portia Louder. Like Portia, Travis spent time in prison. 17,525 hours to be exact. With that time, Travis seized the opportunity to recreate what he wanted his life to look like and with his wife Melissa and their four kids he is living that dream today. Travis walks the guys through an incredible journey of redemption and the work...2022-04-191h 52
Richest Men in TownEpisode #101: Jonas Stotts-"The Beach Boys Changed My Life"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike invite Jonas Stotts to pull up a chair and share the journey that has led to the rich life that he is living in Florida these days. The talk leading into their time together is all about comebacks and momentum and Jonas has definitely bounced back from some struggles. He lets the guys in on a handful of people that have come into his life and changed everything. From his kids, Brendan and Bradley, and his wife Victoria to his third-grade teacher Mrs. Kapranopoulos, Jonas has learned how to live...2022-04-121h 43
Richest Men in TownEpisode #100: James Paschall-"31 Flavors but it's All Ice Cream"In This Episode: Tyler and Mike ring in Episode #100 by bringing back another classic guest. As we all know, any given week on the Richest Men In Town is anything but business as usual and this week is no exception as James Paschall (from Episode #37: "Hey Saul, You're Wrong") stops by to check in with the guys. The time spent together is rich as James lets the guys in on the latest ups and downs of his adventures of being a dad, a husband, a businessman, and a disciple. James drops some wisdom from the "suck i...2022-04-052h 08
Richest Men in TownEpisode #98: Josh Ansures-"O Brother, Where Art Thou?"In This Episode:The guys get personal as Mike's brother Josh Ansures is invited to come in and share what his rich life is looking like these days. Josh and his wife Beth recently made some pretty remarkable changes in their lives and their story is motivating Mike and Tyler to rethink things like priorities, time, and "stuff". Josh gets personal and shares his journey of reconciliation, taking inventory, and helping others along the way. He has learned along the way that good things happen when he listens to Beth. And it's an early RMIT Mother's...2022-03-221h 24
Richest Men in TownEpisode #97: Mike & Tyler-"You Loofah Bro?"In This Episode:It's Mike and Tyler this week and they've got the weightier things of life on their mind. Things like the Savior's command to "be ye therefore perfect" and to loofah or not to loofah. It's all about striving as they discuss the evolution from the unsustainable efforts of spinning plates to the lifelong system of churning gears to become better disciples of the Savior. The guys share the joy and excitement that is possible as they learn to balance the love of life now and the hope that comes in who they are...2022-03-1540 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #96: Ralph Collins-"Went to a Garden Party"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike sit down with an old friend who is doing it right. Ralph Collins is a man of solid gold character and in his time with the guys, he paints a picture of a not-so-ideal childhood. Faith to Ralph is like breathing. It always has been. For Ralph, it's about living a life with no drama, keeping things as boring as possible. Humbly, he claims he has nothing to share. Mike and Tyler could not disagree more. Their conversation covers the country from coast to coast. From snowy Albany, New York...2022-03-082h 14
Richest Men in TownEpisode #95: Tyler & Mike-"Everyone Does it Differently"In This Episode:It's just the guys this week and they are feeling reflective coming off the heels of the first-ever Richest Men In Town unofficial tour stop in Redding, California. Shout out to our Redding RMIT guests that stopped by for some pizza and the opportunity to meet Tyler in person for the first time. That experience and a few others get the guys thinking and talking about the common ingredients that make up a rich life and the simple fact that everyone does it right even when everyone does it a little differently. The...2022-03-0140 min
Counted Out With Mike and TylerTop 7 Best Wrestlemanaia EndingsMike and Tyler haven’t had a fight on the show for a while but this one is the size of 6 months worth of brawls.
Mike counts down the top 7 Best Endings To Wrestlemania.
Suffice to say, Tyler has some issues with the list.2022-02-241h 08
Richest Men in TownEpisode #94: Mitch Lowther-"Spittin' Fire"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler invite back their new best friend Mitch Lowther for more ponderings on the rich life. Of course, with Mitch being Mitch you can guarantee that there will be a healthy portion of southern shenanigans sprinkled in along the way. But don't let Mitch fool you. He is a deep pool of wisdom learned the hard way. Together the guys get into the importance of remembering, happiness, and the danger of pursuing vain things. Mitch Lowther has a golden ticket to drop in on the RMIT conversation any time he wants...2022-02-221h 21
Richest Men in TownEpisode #93: Mitch Lowther-"I Got a Banana From Chuck Norris"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike meet up with Mike's good friend Mitch Lowther. Mitch is a husband, a father, and a true southern gentleman with a charming accent to prove it! He shares his rich life, including a hilarious look at the people and places that helped to make him who he is today. The guys go back with Mitch as their guide to Ridgeland, South Carolina home of the annual Gopher Hill Festival and they are treated to tales of tortoises and karate kids. Mitch lets listeners in on a legacy of faith and...2022-02-151h 56
Richest Men in TownEpisode #92: Beth Harding Young-"Elevate Your View"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler make a new friend in Beth Harding Young. Beth comes to RMIT via Joe Elkins (check out Episode #49 "Sister Sonya's Sopapillas") and is a powerhouse of a woman, dedicated to learning from life and committed to helping others to elevate their views and live life at their healthiest. She is a covenant keeper who loves Bob, her kids, pickleball, and Tai Chi and that's just the short list! In her time with the guys (which definitely was not enough!), she lets them in on everything that she is dealing with...2022-02-082h 06
Richest Men in TownEpisode #91: Mike and Tyler-"Bagels for Donuts"In This Episode:It's Tyler and Mike early on a Saturday morning and the guys are sharing things that life (and their kids) are teaching them these days. The voices are sleepy but the conversation is lively. Topics are jumping all over the place...from the farmer's market to degrees in curiosity. The lessons are rich because when there's a lot to learn, life presents a lot of teachers. Enjoy the updates and life hacks on the house!Show NotesWho Said It..."In general, people are not drawn...2022-02-0140 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #90: Dan Ferrarese-"See the Possibilities"In This Episode:The guys hosted an amazing conversation with a friend of a friend that has instantly become a close friend and brother. Dan Ferrarese joins the program courtesy of a referral from one of RMIT's favorite guests, Steven Mitchell. Dan is an artist and a work of art himself and he lets Tyler and Mike in on his life journey. It's a journey of hinge moments in drive-ins and delis...remarkable experiences that helped him to develop a relationship with God, find the love of his life Cathy and life-long friends, and use his...2022-01-251h 49
Richest Men in TownEpisode #87: Tyler and Mike and Wes Franks-"Beat Yesterday"In This Episode:It's a New Year and a new season for RMIT, so to celebrate Mike and Tyler invite Wes Franks (see Episode #33 "Sinister One") back into the lab to talk resolutions and goal setting. The guys talk about the importance of goals and keeping them in front of you on a daily basis. The conversation also hits on the difference between doing and being and how goals take on more power in our lives when they move us to change who we are. Throw in some thoughts on discipleship, appreciating what we have now, m...2022-01-0457 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #86: Mike and Tyler-"Level Up Christmas"In This Episode:It's the most wonderful time of the year and Tyler and Mike are trying to take their celebration to another level. The conversation starts with traditions that usher in the magical season of Christmas and then the guys ask what can be done to, as Elvis sings, make every day like Christmas. There are levels to it as the guys explore the deeper meaning of the season--the importance to accept the true gift of Christmas and change. This episode does come with some homework for Tyler and Mike. Feel free to join in t...2021-12-2848 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #85: Carlos De Osambela-"In the Thick of Thin Things" (Part II)In This Episode:Tyler and Mike get a perspective that is different than any other perspective of the other 80+ episodes of the RMIT podcast. All of the guests on RMIT have some on the show and shared amazing stories of their rich lives. Stories of love, faith, and overcoming challenges. This week, the guys sit down with Carlos De Osambela and he lets us in on his life as he is in the middle of the struggle. Carlos gives the guys a front-row view of his "reset" as he picks up the pieces and finds the...2021-12-211h 34
Richest Men in TownEpisode #84: Carlos De Osambela-"In the Thick of Thin Things" (Part I)In This Episode:Tyler and Mike get a perspective that is different than any other perspective of the other 80+ episodes of the RMIT podcast. All of the guests on RMIT have some on the show and shared amazing stories of their rich lives. Stories of love, faith, and overcoming challenges. This week, the guys sit down with Carlos De Osambela and he lets us in on his life as he is in the middle of the struggle. Carlos gives the guys a front-row view of his "reset" as he picks up the pieces and finds the...2021-12-141h 24
Richest Men in TownEpisode #83: Portia Louder-"I Wanted to Become an Amazing Person"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike check in with Portia Louder (Episode #56 "No Matter What") to get an update on her life and the latest happenings in the Louder family. Portia has recently written a book, "Living Louder", that tells her story of lessons learned from her time spent in federal prison. Portia shares her book-writing journey and goes deeper on some topics that are perfect for this time of year, including:Living a simple lifeKnowing who we are and our worthSeeing the best in peopleThe result is an electric interview with someone...2021-12-071h 22
Richest Men in TownEpisode #82: Tyler & Mike "RMIT Thanksgiving Sampler"In This Episode:The guys celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday by pulling some classic moments from the RMIT archives. Some of the selected guests are recent and some go back a bit, but each one delivers messages and moments that are true to the spirit of the RMIT podcast experience. Over 80 episodes in and the guys have so much to be grateful for. Enjoy the Thanksgiving Sampler!Show NotesReferences...Episode #67: Gus Koernig-"That's the Whole List"Episode #56: Portia and Chad Louder-"No Matter What"Episode #73: Derick Anderson-"...2021-11-301h 15
Richest Men in TownEpisode #81: Dr. Brent House-"God's Currency is People"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike welcome Dr. Brent House to the RMIT podcast. Brent comes in as a friend of Tyler's and leaves as a friend of the program. The guys jump right in with Brent to revisit the value and purpose of setbacks in our lives. Brent describes himself as "extraordinarily ordinary" and the lessons that he shares from his story are timeless classics, including:PerseveranceFocusing on who we become vs. what we doBeing enoughOvercoming our sense of inadequacyTaking risksLooking back, his "rich life" has come as a result of a...2021-11-232h 08
Counted Out With Mike and TylerTop 7 Survivor Series DebutsMike is really tired this week. Can Tyler’s Top 7 Survivor Series Debuts keep him awake?
Find out this week on Counted Out With Mike and Tyler.2021-11-181h 05
Richest Men in TownEpisode #80: Daniel Sellers-"Life Is A Project Together"In This Episode:The guys sit down with Daniel Sellers. Fans of The Richest Men In Town podcast will recognize that last name from Katie Sellers, our first-ever female guest (from Episode #26 "Music Time With Dad"). Daniel's life is a class and the lessons that he shared in his time with Tyler and Mike are classic RMIT content. As a self-proclaimed "Southern Gentleman" he talks about the importance of putting your spouse in the center of your life. Life hacks like dancing with your wife in the kitchen and coming home with flowers are a couple o...2021-11-162h 05
Richest Men in TownEpisode #79: Tyler and Mike-"Taking a Breath"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike sit back and catch up with each other to make meaning and capture the lessons that they have collected from their most recent episodes. The guys reflect on the opportunities that each guest presents...opportunities to take inventory and to recommit personal efforts to strive. Show NotesWho Said It..."Above all, never lose faith in America. Its faults are yours to fix, not to curse. America is a family: There may be differences and disputes within the family, b...2021-11-0925 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #78: Julie Gebhardt-"Find Happy Again"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike sit down with an unbelievably strong woman. Julie Gebhardt is a fighter. In the blink of an eye, her life was turned upside down by heart-wrenching loss. Hers is a story of love, loss, and survival. Through it all, she has found strength in her "village" of supporters and she has learned that being vulnerable and sharing her journey with others has helped to breed beautiful things in her life and the lives of so many others. The conversation with the guys covers a lot of ground but some of...2021-11-011h 54
Richest Men in TownEpisode #75: Kory Angelsey-"Bootcamp Mentality"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler have an opportunity to catch up with Kory Angelsey. Kory's story is a powerful witness of the importance of learning and building relationships. Kory's learning everywhere he goes. As a teenager, it was about his faith and identity. Years later, it was about relating to the people of Afghanistan speaking Pashto. With his wife Tiffany, he is living the rich life serving others, raising a family, and serving his country. Show NotesWho Said It..."Friction is an expected and necessary p...2021-10-122h 17
Richest Men in TownEpisode #74: Mark Mendenhall-"I Love My Outcome"In This Episode:Mike and Tyler welcome to the Richest Men In Town Podcast Mark Mendenhall. Mark sits down with the guys and takes us back to the beginnings of his rich life. The story highlights the unconventional love story of his parents and lessons that mom and dad taught Mark throughout his life. Was it perfect? Not even close. But he knew his dad loved his mom, he did not doubt his mother's foundation of faith, and his older siblings were his heroes. As it turned out, he had enough to set his course towards...2021-10-052h 28
Richest Men in TownEpisode #73: Derick Anderson-"A New Shot at Being the Best Me"In This Episode:Tyler and Mike have the special treat to sit down with Derick Anderson. Derick humbly accepted the invitation to join the guys and he did not disappoint as he lets everyone in on his rich life. In his time in the RMIT hot seat, Derick takes listeners through a journey of overcoming, of decisions that shift his direction, and of a faith that makes weak things strong. He honors those that get down and dirty to help him through things and he rejoices in the blessings that he has received as he does...2021-09-282h 10
Richest Men in TownEpisode #71: Tyler & Mike-"A Good Gnarly"In This Episode:Show NotesWho Said It..."It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us -- that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion -- that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain -- that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for...2021-09-1437 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #69: Dan Collins-"Yes to be Blessed"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down with a friend of a friend. Allen Michael Boasten (from Episodes 10 & 13) gave the guys a call one day and told them that they needed to give Dan Collins a call, and boy was he right. Dan Collins comes in and drops a master class lesson on living a rich life of faith, family, and impact. For Dan, the one thing is prayer. Dropping to his knees every morning and every night helps him to say yes when he needs to. The end result of living that way is a life...2021-08-312h 27
Counted Out With Mike and TylerTop 7 Favourite Active Wrestlers/ Top 7 Bret Hart SummerSlam Matches3 Lists in one episode. This week Mike and Tyler look at all the good In the world of wrestling as they both countdown there 7 favourite active wrestlers. As an added bonus we will also play our SummerSlam live show list where A very Drunk Tyler is joined by Mike and Adam to countdown the top 7 Bret Hart SummerSlam Matches.2021-08-281h 45
Richest Men in TownEpisode 68: Tony Schwegerl-"Guided, Guarded and Protected"In this episode...Mike and Tyler sit down with Tony Schwegerl to learn from his incredible story of finding truth, redemption, and purpose. Tony's story starts with growing up in a Mayberry-like community in northern California as the son of a Police Chief but it doesn't take long to get in a very different place. Tony shares his struggles with drugs and his faith journey, in and out and back in for good. He also shares his life of service as a nurse and the perspective that hospice care gave him as he helped others, including his...2021-08-241h 17
Richest Men in TownEpisode #66: "Everything You Thought it was Going to Be"In this episode...It's a mini reunion of sorts that we call a RMIT Round Table. Tyler and Mike catch up with former guests Sergio Carzoli (from Episode #25 "Winning the Right Way") and Dr. Chad Richards (from Episode #17 "Good Things to Come") to catch up on the milestone moments that these rich men are enjoying these days. The guys also welcome to the show for the first time Nolan Jenson. Nolan has his own big things happening in his life and he drops in on the RMIT show to talk about it. Together, the crew celebrate life...2021-08-101h 34
Richest Men in TownEpisode #65: Mr. Rick Crowley-"It's In You"In this episode...It's Mike's turn to introduce Tyler to the wisest guy he knows. Mr. Rick Crowley has dedicated his life to helping people solve life problems and "find avenues for healings"...his words, not ours. Mr. Rick is a one of a kind and the conversation that he has with the guys is unforgettable. From his birth story, to growing up, and to giving back he teaches RMIT listeners about so many things, including:Power of listeningAsking the right questionsAddictionAdoptionGenerational traumaAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)CounselingSuicide awareness and preventionShow Notes2021-08-031h 38
Richest Men in TownEpisode #61: Erick Goss-"29 Years of PB & J"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down with Erick Goss to learn a thing or two about forging character through relentless consistency in doing what needs to be done. Erick shares some unbelievable things about his life and the people in his life. In his conversation with the guys, he shares some powerful lessons learned from hard things. As the self-proclaimed "Michael Jordan of mistakes", Erick knows a thing or two about finding faith in the everyday mundanity. Topics include:Modeling enduranceLegacyInfluencersBeing there for othersStrengths magnifiedShow NotesThey Said It...2021-07-062h 11
Richest Men in TownEpisode #60: Kurt Francom-"A Larger Story"In this episode...Tyler and Mike get a crash course in leadership and the gospel of Jesus Christ as they sit down with Kurt Francom. Kurt is the Executive Director of Leading Saints, a non-profit organization that works to connect Latter-day Saints from around the world in order to share the most effective leadership ideas, thoughts, and scholarship. Kurt shares with the guys those lessons that have stuck over the years and how his Leading Saints work continues to enrich his own faith and the faith of countless others. The discussion is deep and hits on the...2021-06-291h 53
Richest Men in TownEpisode #59: Andréa Simmons-"I Hear You"In this episode...Tyler and Mike hear one of the most amazing life journeys EVER! Andréa Simmons is living a rich life and she takes the guys to some places that they have never explored. She is a trail blazer that believes in the power of her dreams. Instead of giving up, she asks questions like "What have I learned?" and "How can I use this?" and you cannot argue with the results that she is getting. Her faith is solid that God makes a way, that the only limits that exist are those that we pu...2021-06-222h 11
Richest Men in TownEpisode #57: Steven Lawson-"Pregnant with Potential"In this episode...Tyler and Mike get a little "star struck" as they sit down with Steven Lawson, the founder of Monk Manual. Monk Manual has been an unofficial sponsor of the RMIT podcast since Tyler jumped on board with the 90-Day Challenge several episodes ago. Mike joined in along with several listeners and here, in Episode #57, the guys get to dig into the pursuit of the "rich life" that Steven Lawson has dedicated his life to. The conversation is deep, rich, and in typical RMIT style all over the map. Topics include:Definition of grea...2021-06-081h 59
Richest Men in TownEpisode #56: Portia & Chad Louder-"No Matter What"In this episode...The guys sit down with Portia and Chad Louder to talk about something that the guys have never addressed. Portia is a loving wife and mother of five. She is also a felon who recently finished serving four and a half years in federal prison. Together, they let Tyler and Mike into their story of enduring love and faith. It is a story of integrity, ownership, loyalty, the binding ties of promises made in sacred places, and freedom that comes through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Have a listen and let this one c...2021-06-012h 23
Richest Men in TownEpisode #55: Colonel Richard Moody-"A Million Boxes"In this episode...Tyler and Mike experience a life-changing conversation with Retired Air Force Colonel Richard Moody. In 2003, Dick received a phone call from his daughter who was deployed overseas. She reported that troop morale was devastating and asked Dad to do something to help. Over 18 years later, Dick is the President of the non-profit organization Operation Troop Support and his group of dedicated volunteers have shipped out more than 1,000,000 care packages. Let that sink in...Dick is just a faith-filled husband, dad, soldier, and patriot trying to meet the needs of soldiers in harm's way...2021-05-251h 32
Richest Men in TownEpisode #54: Tyler and Mike-"Keeping Score"In this episode...Show NotesReferences...Psst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.Mike and Tyler are both members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. If you would like to learn more about the Church or their beliefs, we invite you to check it out by clicking here.2021-05-181h 04
Richest Men in TownEpisode #52: Dave Specht-"The Next Right Choice"In this episode...The guys catch up with a classic former guest. Dave Specht comes back to the RMIT podcast to let Mike and Tyler in on the lessons that life is serving up to the Specht family these days. For Dave, it has been, and always will be about choices and his strategy for dealing with everything that he has on his plate is praying for help to stay in alignment and continue to make the next right choice. The conversation is golden and it hits on so many different topics, including:Baseball fightsPete Ros...2021-05-041h 51
Richest Men in TownEpisode #51: Dr. Clint Watkins-"Find a Different Way"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down with one of Tyler's buddies from way back. Dr. Clint Watkins is a veterinarian now but he takes the guys back to his days of growing up so they could see just how he became the rich man he is today. His story has all the ingredients of a great journey, including:Childhood adversityA malignant brain tumorMiraclesPrayersGood friendsHopeGrit and grindShow NotesWho Said It"The purpose of life is finding the largest burden that you can bear and be...2021-04-272h 07
Richest Men in TownEpisode #50: Michael Burke-"It Takes One Lone Nut"In this episode...Mike and Tyler sit down to learn about the science of hope with Mr. Hope, Michael Burke. Mike is the Executive Director of the Pathways to Hope for Children in Shasta County, CA and he is passionate about hope. In this conversation, Mike shares the definition of hope, the importance of hope, and specific strategies to nurture hope in those that we come in contact with. Hope just might be one of those "wisdom keys" that Gary Miller taught about, truly a silver bullet that could help us make some amazing personal and pro...2021-04-202h 10
Richest Men in TownEpisode #49: Joe Elkins-"Sister Sonya's Sopapillas"In this episode...Mike and Tyler sit down to hear another phenomenal story from another rich man. Joe Elkins is extraordinary and this conversation goes to so many places. The guys explore lessons learned through the highs and lows that Joe experiences and the truths that he shares are priceless. Topics include:TransparencyReflectionIllusion and DisillusionmentGetting it RightCharityBattling ComplacencySpirit of ConsecrationShow NotesWho Said It"The amount of personal development in your life is going to be commensurate with the degree that you get to rid of ill...2021-04-132h 15
Richest Men in TownEpisode #47: Peter Carlseen-"We're Making Cookies!"In this episode...Mike and Tyler sit down with a friend of Tyler's. The conversation with Peter Carlseen goes into some places where everyone is learning right on the spot and the record button just happens to be on. The guys go to so many places in this one. Just a few of the topics include...MilestonesIdentity"Making Cookies"ResistanceEyes to seeKnowing sacred thingsLove is a verbCelebrating the success of othersTeaching momentsCurrentsFiancéesShow NotesWho said it..."When we know better, we do better." -Maya Angelou"The ultimate resu...2021-03-302h 22
Richest Men in TownEpisode #46: Brian Grow-"No Effort is Wasted"In this episode...Mike and Tyler meet up with Brian Grow. Brian is a self-proclaimed millennial loving every minute of being a dad to 3 young children. He shows up big time with the guys and the lessons are everywhere. The guys talk about how to cherish the memories that we are making everyday and how to find extraordinary moments in the ordinary day-to-day. Show NotesWho said it..."So many spiritual outcomes require saving truths to be mixed with time, forming the elixir of experience, that sovereign remedy for so m...2021-03-232h 11
Richest Men in TownEpisode #45: Tyler and Mike-"Checking In and Doing Work"In this episode...Mike and Tyler circle the wagons to make some meaning and share what they have been learning from recent guests and life experiences. The conversation is a wild and bumpy ride and their list of topics include:Making the bed and folding laundryRichest Men In Town Facebook GroupLearning vs. Getting scars31-Day ChallengeRoutine and checking in practicesGirl Scout CookiesShow NotesWho said it..."Our trouble is not ignorance, but inaction." -Dale CarnegieReferences...William McRaven: "If you want to change the w...2021-03-1654 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #44: Melissa and Aaron Englebright-"A Holy Demolition"In this episode...Tyler and Mike break the mold...again. This time, the guys sit down with Melissa and Aaron Englebright and the talk gets real. The Englebrights let listeners in on the journey that they have been through and are still going through as they work on building a strong marriage. They speak up to tear down the myths and stigmas about getting help...help from friends, help from spiritual leaders, and help from therapists. Their story shows the courage it takes to go through a "holy demolition" with the hope that Christ can heal and...2021-03-092h 07
Richest Men in TownEpisode #43: Troy Blanchard-"Choose Your Own Adventure"In this episode...Tyler and Mike welcome Troy Blanchard into the RMIT virtual studio for an amazing conversation where Troy lets the guys in on a powerful ride through his "rich man" life. Troy shares practical and powerful strategies and experiences that have resulted in stretch and growth in his life and could do the same for those that are listening. For Troy, it's all about the pivot and the growth that comes from feeling and following the pull of challenges and disrupting events. Life is just like those Choose Your Own Adventures we all read and...2021-03-022h 16
Richest Men in TownEpisode #42: Gary Miller-"Stop Worrying What the Tribe Thinks"In this episode...The guys are excited to sit down with Gary Miller, host of the Narrow Gate podcast to listen and learn about his experience of living and teaching his faith and continuously seeking truth. Gary shares his quest for authenticity and his wrestle to apply what he's learning to his life to be better and Tyler and Mike join in the conversation and go along with the ride. Gary's energy is contagious and his message is powerful. It's time to get comfortable and relentlessly honest with ourselves and do some work!Topics inc...2021-02-232h 23
Richest Men in TownEpisode #41: Russ Hill-"Move Over and Let God Drive"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down with Russ Hill, senior partner at the firm Partners in Leadership. Russ travels the world working with leadership and management teams to develop strong relationships centered on fulfilling and executing the mission of his clients’ organizations. In his day job he delivers world-class facilitation to personnel at all levels of an organization. In this side gig as a RMIT guest, he shares his story. Today, when Russ speaks (in his training work, his books, his podcast, etc.), the world listens but that wasn't always the case. Check out his jo...2021-02-162h 19
Richest Men in TownEpisode #40: Nick Anderson-"So Much Good"In this episode...In this week's Richest Men In Town episode, the guys go another round with one of their favorite guests. Nick Anderson (from Episode #16 "Unashamed") picks up where he left off to let Tyler and Mike in on the latest from his journey as a husband and parent. This chapter of his story includes some rich and sacred lessons that can only be learned the hard way. Through it all, he stands firm in his faith with his wife Shellie and his kids as they live the lesson love=whatever it takes. Topi...2021-02-092h 14
Richest Men in TownEpisode #39: Morgan Jones-"Go Deep Fast"In this episode...Tyler and Mike have the distinct honor to host Morgan Jones. Morgan is the host of LDS Living’s All In podcast, a weekly interview-style podcast which garnered over 5 million downloads in the first two years following its launch in October 2018. She came to Deseret Book in August 2018 after four years writing for the Deseret News. In addition to hosting and producing All In, she is now the manager of audience engagement of Deseret Book, working primarily with LDS Living’s editorial content. Morgan is a passionate storyteller and loves having the opportunity to s...2021-02-022h 05
Richest Men in TownEpisode #38: Dr. Carol Wertz-"Grow, Learn, Love, Serve"In this episode...The guys sit down this week with Dr. Carol Wertz and everyone on board makes the journey along with Carol, from the quintessential small farming town lifestyle in Michigan to teaching English as a Second Language all over the world. Carol lets Tyler and Mike in on her "rich life", the unbelievable highs and the gut-punching lows. Through it all, Carol stays true to the time-tested values taught to her as a little girl and her Christian faith sees her through some amazing challenges. Living her mission statement of "Grow, Learn, Love, and Serv...2021-01-262h 05
Richest Men in TownEpisode #37: James Paschall-"Hey Saul, You're Wrong"In this episode...Tyler and Mike welcome in their first live guest to the show with one of Tyler's best friends, James Paschall. James gets vulnerable and shares his journey, including some amazing lessons that he has learned along the way. James lets the guys in on all kinds of topics including:parentingauthenticitybeing contentsurrenderinggetting it rightlovelossShow NotesWho said it..."A man's got to have a code, a creed to live by, no matter his job." -John Wayne"Our deepest fear is not that we are in...2021-01-192h 23
Richest Men in TownEpisode #34: Tyler and Mike-"George Bailey for President!"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down to discuss the namesake of the Richest Men In Town podcast, their all-time favorite Christmas movie It's a Wonderful Life. The guys share those lessons that stood out to them as they each recently revisited the life of George Bailey. These lessons include:Dreams and aspirationsSacrificeCharacter"Lifequakes"Show NotesWho said it..."It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the ep...2020-12-291h 05
Richest Men in TownEpisode #33: Wes Franks-"Sinister One"In this episode...Mike and Tyler have the good fortune to spend some time with Wes Franks. Wes is a father of 5 kids, all grown and doing their thing. In their time together, the guys get deep and shallow on a wide range of topics, including the following:SacrificeBeing better than our best selvesProcrastinating on promptingsDanger of distractionsSuccessful marriages through listeningEmployment strugglesIntentionality and presence More powerful scripture study"Balanced Life""Hearing Him"Show NotesWho said it..."There's nothing noble about being superior to your fellow man; tru...2020-12-222h 26
Richest Men in TownEpisode #31: Nick Foote and "Friends"-"I'm Trying Dude"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down with young Nick Foote, a 24 year-old newlywed (married for a year and a half) and expecting father who just happens to be Mike's nephew. They call in some big guns with a handful of returning Richest Men In Town vets coming in to provide some sage advice on fatherhood, marriage, and other random things. Show NotesWho said it...References...Psst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook an...2020-12-082h 02
Richest Men in TownEpisode #30: Tyler and Mike-"Too Old for Turkey Bowl?"In this episode...Tyler and Mike go sans guest and kick around all kinds of things. Part old man venting, part checking in and holding each other accountable, this week's episode is like RMIT Unplugged with the guys going unscripted and letting their hair down. Topics include:Tyler getting his first prescription reading glassesMike considers one of the eternal questions of the soul..."Am I too old to play in the Turkey Bowl?"Turkey Bowl breakdownLosing legendary status right in front of your kidCelebrations and gratitude shout outsImportance of kindness Show Notes2020-12-0159 min
Counted Out With Mike and TylerCounted Out presents Good Friends, Better Enemies- With Jay & TyroneMike and Tyler are happy to welcome a brand new show to the Counted Out Community. Every Monday head over to our YouTube page @countedout7 to check out Good Friends, Better Enemies. Please enjoy the debut episode. Mike and Tyler will be back next week to start our Survivor Series Season.2020-11-0559 min
Richest Men in TownEpisode #26: Katie Sellers-"Music Time With Dad"In this episode...The guys have a historic moment in the evolution of the RMIT podcast. Tyler and Mike welcome their first lady guest, the incomparable Katie Sellers. As a tribute to Mike's dear friend John Brandeburg who passed away in the spring of 2019, they invited Katie in to talk lessons and legacy from the life of one of the original "richest men in town". Katie lets the world in on so many topics including:Grief and lossNavigating life's stormsDivorceBenefits of therapyMusic and creativityParentingShow NotesWho said it..."Lif...2020-11-032h 18
Counted Out With Mike and TylerTop 7 Hell in a Cell MatchesMike is stressed out and Tyler is fired up on this weeks episode of Counted Out. Mike and Tyler talk about the week in Wrestling, then Tyler is Joined by host of the E8 podcast Steve Born as we countdown the top 7 Hell in a Cell matches.2020-10-222h 03
Richest Men in TownEpisode #24: Dr. Doug McMullin-"Be a Leaf in the Stream"In this episode...Tyler and Mike are treated with a Mt. Rushmore guest. Dr. Doug McMullin visits the RMIT to share his journey of discipleship. He imparts so many valuable "rich life" lessons as he shares his experiences. Topics include:Implicit biasAdvocating for the poor and homelessOvercoming the "natural man"Changing through actionHonoring parentsShow NotesWho said it..."I grieve that our Black brothers and sisters the world over are enduring the pains of racism and prejudice. Today I call upon our members everywhere to lead out in aba...2020-10-201h 39
Richest Men in TownEpisode #23: Dan Funk-"30 Seconds of Peace"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down with Dan Funk to hear his emotional and inspiring story of hanging on to faith despite losing everything. Dan lets the guys in on the hard lessons that life has taught him recently and through it all he has learned what life is really all about.Show NotesWho said it..."A memorable account of the power of [inspired] teaching comes from the life of the prophet Jeremiah. This great man felt the way most teachers or speakers or Church officers f...2020-10-132h 06
Richest Men in TownEpisode #22: Keiffer Marino-"Honor, Courage, and Commitment"In this episode...This week, Tyler and Mike head out (via Zoom) to Florida to catch up with Keiffer Marino to learn more about his "rich life" as a husband, father, son, career Navy officer, friend, coach...Keifer teaches the guys so many lessons on topics that include:Looking back with the right lensAdversityFaith to repent and changeHearing the call to be betterRelationshipsForgivenessShow NotesWho said it..."For how knoweth a man the master whom he has not served, and who is a stranger unto him, and is...2020-10-062h 14
Richest Men in TownEpisode #21: Tyler and Mike-"Everybody's Got a Side Yard"In this episode...Tyler and Mike sit down with Tyler and Mike and tackle the weighty matter of forgiveness. Specifically, the guys talk about that wave of guilt that washes over someone when they really mess up and how someone goes about fixing things. They also reflect on the need to address grievances and offenses sooner than later. It's a shot of vulnerability for the guys but what comes out of it is powerful and relevant to everyone because, after all, everyone's go a side yard...Show NotesWho said it...2020-09-291h 10