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Apex Live024 - Ramen Packets Are Not CondomsWe're back with an abbreviated new episode after a three-year COVID nap, recording live at the Apex Combat Sports training facility. Steve has new tattoos, we take a peek at where we've been, and there's tons of gibberish emanating from the BJJ mats near our recording spot. Jim Ashley calls in with XFL information and a teaser for what he will have to say on Episode 25 and, yes, we have another Virginia Tech Update.
We're back. We're glad you are, too. Episode 25 will be here soon, and you won't want to miss it.Special Guests...
2023-03-1837 min
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastOur Books Year in Review 1-4-23
We got together on the first day of 2023 to review our top books of 2022 and we’re already busy reading books to discuss this year. Time was too short to talk about all of our favorite books but you can see a full list of our 5 star reads from 2022 as well as a list of all the books we mention in this episode on our website at perksofbeingabooklover.com.
Our year in review episode is always fun because we ask our guests from the past 12 months to tell us about their favorite book. It brings back great me...
2023-01-0554 min
Success Leaves Clues: An Automotive Industry PodcastOvercoming our Mental Roadblocks to Build a Thriving Repair Shop with Dave MarkertIn the course of building a successful shop (or in our guest's case, 8 of them), there are mental roadblocks that can get in our way, such as fears, feelings of inadequacy, and a sense of overwhelm. The truly sad part is that most DON’T actually overcome these feelings and unhelpful ways of thinking. Instead, they let these roadblocks dictate their actions leading to stagnation and limitations on growth. My guest, Dave Markert of True Automotive will reveal the clues that helped him push through and overcome these challenges which allowed him to build an incredible, thriving auto repair co...
2022-05-2639 min
Gain TractionFrom A Mall Basement to Multi-Location Tire BusinessRob Eskew is the Co-founder and Co-owner of TRUE Automotive in Atlanta, Georgia. Rob has been in the repair business since 2005 — before graduating high school. He performed service and upgrades on BMWs and other European models during college at UGA. After college, he worked in commercial construction, but his true passion was working on cars. This led him to co-found TRUE Automotive in 2012. Rob’s goal is to have over 50 locations by 2030. Rob is passionate about self-improvement, discipline, and personal growth. He’s an avid reader, race car driver, instructor, and world traveler. In this episode… It’s no...
2022-01-1919 min
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastSeason 5 Ep. 112 Early Bird Holiday Book Buys with Bookseller Sam Miller 11-10-21In this week’s episode, we talk to our favorite bookseller, Sam Miller from Carmichael’s Books, about the holiday gift giving season. You’ve probably heard the warning to “shop early’ this holiday season because of shortages. So we are giving you the gift of new book ideas for all the booklovers in your life.
We love inviting Sam on the show twice a year to tell us all about books to look forward to for summer reading and holiday gift buying. She gives us suggestions in all the categories.
1- Small Things Like These by C...
2021-11-101h 01
Foodie and the BeastFoodie and the Beast - Sept. 13, 2020Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.
On today’s show:
• Two RAMMY Beer Program of the Year nominees, the Roofers’ Union and the Sweetwater Tavern are represented by;
o Joe Schineller, head brewer at the Sweetwater Tavern in Centreville, which is one of its three Northern Virginia locations, Jonathan Blake of the Merrifield location and Aaron Emery, who works in Sterling;
o Adams Morgan’s Roofers’ Union’s Dave Delaplaine, general manager and beer director;
• Indochen’s Indo-Chinese cuisine has patrons lined up in Alexandria’s Cameron Station. One of the partners, Ashok Tamang, joins us;
• Been to the Famous Toastery out in Nort...
2020-09-1250 minFoodie and the BeastFoodie and the Beast - Sept. 13, 2020Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.
On today’s show:
• Two RAMMY Beer Program of the Year nominees, the Roofers’ Union and the Sweetwater Tavern are represented by;
o Joe Schineller, head brewer at the Sweetwater Tavern in Centreville, which is one of its three Northern Virginia locations, Jonathan Blake of the Merrifield location and Aaron Emery, who works in Sterling;
o Adams Morgan’s Roofers’ Union’s Dave Delaplaine, general manager and beer director;
• Indochen’s Indo-Chinese cuisine has patrons lined up in Alexandria’s Cameron Station. One of the partners, Ashok Tamang, joins us;
• Been to the Famous Toastery out in Nort...
2020-09-1250 min
Apex LiveThe Best of Apex Live - Volume 1A compilation of some of the best moments from the first eight episodes of Apex Live.Special Guests: Brad's ex, Ashley, Dave Markert, and Tammy Markert.
2019-12-0956 min
Apex LiveBONUS CONTENT - Dave Markert WTNJ Interview from March 26, 2015From March 26, 2015, Apex Combat's Dave Markert joins Dave Willis of WTNJ-FM in Beckley, West Virginia, looking ahead to his rubber match with in-ring rival Joe Mullins as the featured pro bout at the 2015 Toughman Contest.
The next night, Dave would win the fight by unanimous decision.
Sponsored by Blue Gold Title Research, LLCSpecial Guest: Dave Markert.
2019-01-2703 min
Apex LiveApex Live 018 - Smashin' with a PassionThe hot mic pre-show discusses an adventure at Dunham's Sporting Goods, cigarette prison currency, and the alternative uses for the ol' keister. Steve believes that you don't have to keister in a white-collar prison. Brad's girlfriend, Ashley, is in studio for episode 18 and that alone makes this one special and energetic. Steve and Brad offer life and work updates, one of which is so bad that it cannot be fully discussed on the show... and that's saying something... and we collectively wonder how to define the Christmas-itis. Brad ended up back in the hospital one last time in 2018, involving...
2018-12-302h 06
Cross Over Gaming8 - Game Of The Year 2018Episode 8: Årets spill 2018
Året er ved veis ende, men før vi tar juleferie feirer vi en aldri så liten "høymesse" med klementiner, sjokolade og ikke minst en lang diskusjon om hva som er årets beste spill. I tillegg deler vi ut noen andre priser til spill som har markert seg i 2018, på godt og vondt.
Spill vi snakker om i episode 8:
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX 2, Star Wars Roque Squadron II: Rogue Leader, Metroid Prime, Geist, Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, Owlboy, Bucky O'Hare, Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch, Ni no Kuni II...
2018-12-202h 44
Apex LiveApex Live Highlight - Brad's Final Note for the Inner Circle (Episode 013)From episode 013, Brad offers a final note of thanks to the members of his inner circle who have kept him on his feet during a recent time of personal crisis.Special Guests: Dave Markert, Jacob Morris, and Justin Novaria.
2018-07-2405 min
Apex LiveApex Live 013 - Mike Davis Ain't Runnin'Jake Morris, a founding member of Apex Combat and member of the inner circle, sits in for the first half of the show because Steve is stuck an hour away for work. In what amounts to two episodes in one, our longest show yet hits the ground running as Brad and Jake discuss bums, their schedule and drinking habits, and how the word can pertain to both the financially disadvantaged and opponents in the world of boxing that refuse to run. Brad briefly addresses the unintentional hiatus for the show in recent weeks, speaking openly about the adverse effects...
2018-07-212h 46
Apex LiveApex Live 010 - Mushroom in the MiddleWe're (finally) back with our first episode of 2018! Before the show, we look at some of the classes that should be offered at Steve U, praise the everlasting brilliance of '80 pop culture (listen for the unexpected Mr. Belvedere reference), cheer on the Israelis as they carry out military action in Syria, and look at stupid memes while telling horrible jokes. Once the show begins we wish the listeners a severely belated Happy New Year, drop in another critique of the Varsity Blues barbecue scene that somehow leads to a discussion about Bill Paxton, Randy Travis, and country music...
2018-05-101h 16
Apex LiveApex Live Highlight - Old Video Games, Joust, Swordfighting, and Urban Dictionary (Episode 005)Brad, Steve, and guests Dave and Tammy Markert talk classic video games before the discussion devolves into something entirely different.Special Guests: Dave Markert and Tammy Markert.
2017-09-2904 min
Apex LiveApex Live 005 - The Testicle-footed DuckJunior high school history class assignments, Hugh Hefner's death and CERN, Dave is not a stripper, #BabyPuke, #PeeFight, the power of the mute button, an update on Mexican ice hockey and its relationship to D2: The Mighty Ducks, NFL crybabies, and another short discussion of the world of retro gaming that flies off the rails and veers into the areas of Urban Dictionary, pee fights, and other things that are woefully unrelated to the original topic. Way to go, Dave. Plus, professional boxer and ultra-conservative amateur social media political commentator Eric Slocum joins the show live via Skype with...
2017-09-291h 24
Apex LiveApex Live 003 - GGG-Canelo Watch PartyBrad, Steve, Dave Markert, and amateur boxer Andrew Floyd discuss their unfiltered predictions, and pre-fight and post-fight analysis, for the biggest fight of 2017: Gennady Golovkin vs. Canelo Alvarez. Plus, commentary on what the result means for boxing in the immediate future and more!Special Guests: Andrew Floyd and Dave Markert.
2017-09-181h 26
Apex LiveApex Live Highlight - Brad, Steve, and Dave Markert's Top 5 NES GamesFrom episode 002, Brad, Steve, and guest Dave Markert present their Top 5 NES Games list.Special Guest: Dave Markert.
2017-09-1214 min
Apex LiveApex Live 002 - No Racist ZombiesA look back at where we were in September 2001, and what the events of 9-11 mean today. Plus, Ring King, Steve's anniversary recap and review of It, boxing announcements for Steve and Dave, why there are no racist zombies, our Top 5 Favorite NES Games, and more.Special Guests: Dave Markert and Tammy Markert.
2017-09-121h 48