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Behind The Wheel PodcastShe Buildz ThingsAngelina is the founder of She Buildz Things, LLC in Connecticut. She Buildz Things is a female-owned and operated business. Angelina was fascinated with construction at an early age, she convinced her landlord to let her renovate their apartment while she was in High School. While at The Home Depot Angelina developed relationships with contractors and soon realized she could venture out on her own and She Buildz Things was born.
We have three sponsors of today's episode Ron Thurston, Lenses Only and the Kreative Print Shop Ron is a seasoned retail executive who started his career on t...
2022-05-111h 06
Behind The Wheel PodcastFrom Tragedy to Triumph with Turn N Headz Founder CJA little over a year ago during the middle of the day Turn-N-Headz Barbershop had a two-alarm fire, displacing two families. CJ was faced with challenges that tested his character. During this episode, we talked about leading under pressure, rallying a team, and casting a vision for his new shop.
We have three sponsors of today's episode Ron Thurston, Lenses Only and the Kreative Print Shop Ron is a seasoned retail executive who started his career on the frontlines, he's the author of Retail Pride and the founder of Take Pride Today, and a former guest on th...
2022-04-1435 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThe SYMI Academy ProjectOver the past few weeks we've been training a group of scholars at the SYMI Academy in Bridgeport CT. This is our first recording that we published. We have three stories that the scholars will produce. Be on the lookout for them.
Today's episode is sponsored by Ron Thurston Ron is a seasoned retail executive who started his career on the frontlines, he's the author of Retail Pride and the founder of Take Pride Today, and a former guest on the podcast.
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2022-04-0907 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDonna Hylton SteamTrain President/CEOWe had the pleasure of talking with Donna Hylton, Hylton is a technology professional and community leader with over 30 years of experience. Donna began her technology career in college while working as a Data Center Coordinator in New York City. She has worked as an end-user database specialist, programmer, systems team leader, and information systems manager before making the transition to academia.
We have three sponsors of today's episode Ron Thurston, Lenses Only and the Kreative Print Shop Ron is a seasoned retail executive who started his career on the frontlines, he's the author of Retail Pride...
2022-03-2828 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastRamon PeraltaRamon is the founder and Cheif Brand Officer at Peralta Design a company he founded in 2008 after getting laid off. Since then, he’s helped many startup companies with creative branding and web development services including MySneakerCloset.com, TruOptik, R4 Technologies, Facial Flex, and AcedMyInterview.com to name a few.
Ever heard of Priceline.com? Most of the world has, thanks to those funny William Shatner commercials. Ramon served as Senior Art Director on the team that launched it back in 1998 when it was just an idea-turned startup.
We have three sponsors of today's episode Ron...
2022-03-2140 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastPandemic Pivot w/Truly GreekJohn and George Pertesis were part of a franchise that went under after the pandemic. I noticed a change in the decor but there was no indication of a brewing problem. After speaking with George’s pops he told me the story and I invited him to be on the show to share with our audience.
Everything is Figureoutable is not just not the name of a book by Marie Forleo it’s a mindset. The Pertesis family figured out how to make it work.
We have three sponsors of today's episode Ron Thurston, Lenses Only...
2022-03-1623 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastKellz Is Booked UpKelly is a book influencer and an avid reader, I'd say she has a mild addiction to books I suppose there could be the worst addictions besides books. Kelly is building a community around her passion. During this episode, we talk about her origin story, sponsorships, podcasting and monetizing her passion.
We have three sponsors of today's episode Ron Thurston, Lenses Only and the Kreative Print Shop Ron is a seasoned retail executive who started his career on the frontlines, he's the author of Retail Pride and the founder of Take Pride Today, and a former guest on...
2022-03-0931 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastBridgid Turner Director of Run Crew The MovieBrigid Brigid Turner is a marathoner, an actress, and director, known for Deka-Log: A Finding Me story (2017), For a Dark Skin Girl (2015) and All for Jessica (2013). During the pandemic, Bridgid wrote a feature film Run Crew which is now in post-production.
We have two sponsors of today's episode Ron Thurston and Lenses Only Ron is a seasoned retail executive who started his career on the frontlines, he's the author of Retail Pride and the founder of Take Pride Today and a former guest on the podcast.
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2021-11-3024 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastSecrets to Success: Find a Niche And Serve Steven Abbate Founder of Lenses OnlySteven Abbate established Lenses Only in 2015 as a Connecticut eyewear retailer based on the following three key principles:
Consumers who like their existing frames should be able to get high quality replacement lenses, regardless of the style or manufacturer of their frame
High quality lenses and frames can be available to consumers for less cost than available at other retailers
Consumers want excellent service, a wide selection of top designer frames and choice in how they buy – in person, over the phone, and online
Today's episode is sponsored by Ron Thurston Ron is a seasoned retail executive wh...
2021-10-2720 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastPivot Into Your Passion w/Phriday PattersonWhen Phriday retired from the military and considered her next move she decided to do what came naturally networking. Phriday's superpower is connecting people and helping to turn their dreams into realities through Clientpro. By examining what-if phrases she created the pillars for Clientpro. Create, Build, and Enhance. Communicating ideas to her is all about two letters that together can stand on its own but can create interest and demand, build credibility and reputation, enhance understanding all "in" how it's used. "Begin. When your end is "in" you start, but once your "in" becomes the middle you are. Being."
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2021-10-2522 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastHow to Merge Your Passion With Your Expertise & Launch a Business Jeff HendersonJeff Henderson, is a well known race director and founder of the Musselman Triathlon and co-director of the Seneca7, he provided technical & logistics support for “Paulie’s Push,” a 20th anniversary tribute to the flight crews killed that day. We had a the opportunity to see the device that Jeff created to track Paulie as he set out to push a beverage cart from Boston to ground zero.
Today's episode is sponsored by Ron Thurston, Ron is an Amazon best-selling author of Retail Pride and the founder of Take Pride today.
If you're tired of a stati...
2021-10-2535 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastHow to Thrive in Business 20yrs w/Stephen KempsonExpert bespoke clothier Stephen Kempson has outfitted leaders in business, entertainment, and media and continues to draw a diverse clientele due to his ability to keenly understand the individual tastes and needs of his clients while simplifying the bespoke process.
Stephen is recognized among the country’s finest personal tailors. He has been featured in The Financial Times, The Robb Report, Departures magazine, and other leading publications. Things haven't always been easy, when Kempson stepped out on his own in August 2001 he had no idea terrorists would fly planes into the World Trade Towers. The first two years were...
2021-10-1635 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastOn Air Mic Flags InterviewOn Air Mic Flags is a division of Quality Name Plate, one of the leading companies in manufacturing and print identification in the United States. With customers as diverse as General Electric, ESPN, Rubbermaid, and Disney, you most likely have 5 of our products somewhere in your home or have seen them on TV. Our facilities and expertise are second to none in our industry and we strive to use our experience to ensure quality in every job we produce.
Founded in 1949, we’ve had our fair share of experimentation across the manufacturing board. That’s why when the or...
2021-10-0824 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDj Five VenomsFive Venoms is not your average DJ he was born and raised in NJ then moved to Philly and eventually landed in Orlando Florida Mastering his craft to the fullest extent, Venoms relocated to Orlando, FL and graduated from Full Sail double majoring in Recording Arts and Music Business. “I never stop learning,” said Venoms. “With the tech and music marriage, I knew it was great to be prepared. Education opens the powerful doors of networking and opportunity.” After meeting DJ Q45 in an Orlando nightclub, Venoms traveled the states for three years learning the “how-to” and spinning for the likes of...
2021-10-0748 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastRon Thurston Author of Retail Pride & founder of Take Pride TodayRon Thurston is the author of Retail Pride & founder of Take Pride Today, he's a season retail professional who started his career as frontline associate and served his way to the top of the worlds most notable brands, Apple, Tory Burch, Saint Laurent, Bonobos and he sits on the board of several organizations. Beyond all of Ron's accomplishments what he takes the most pride in is being in service to others.
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2021-10-0647 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastTim Sway Makes Worthless Things PricelessTim Sway is an incredible human being whose career started as a musician, Tim then transitioned into making furniture now he makes amazing guitars from reclaimed material.
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The launching of my Ko-fi and Patreon page is me embracing my talents, this is...
2021-09-3030 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastAlex CelesteAlex Celeste is a debuting feminist hip hop artist. Her first single, "Cracked Heads" was released in March 2020. A San Diego native and Wichita, Kansas transplant, was struck with inspiration after attending an open mic night in Oakland, California.
As a recent college graduate she strives to entwine text book information with lived experience and translate it into pensive music and rhythms that move you. While her catchy sound pulls you in she entreats you to listen carefully to her words, and sit with the message.
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2021-06-0227 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastFran PastoreFran Pastore is a devoted catalyst of women’s economic equity and the founder and CEO of the Women’s Business Development Council, a leading organization for championing female entrepreneurship and women’s economic equity. Ms. Pastore served a three-year term as an appointed member to the President’s National Women’s Business Council (NWBC), an independent source of advice and counsel to the President, Congress, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
She serves on the Board of Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP). In conjunction with the U.S. State Department and University of Connecticut’s Office of G...
2021-04-2319 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastShawanna White InterviewShawanna White is ranked 5th in the nation and is in pursuit of making it to the olympics, She missed her las attempt by 19sec. As a young girls Shawanna dreamed of owning her own running store, she's a fierce competitor. During our Shawanna shares some of her training insights and talks about how she stays motivated.
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2021-04-1235 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastJen Mason Founder of The Urban Sewing SocietyJen Mason is an avid marathoner and founder of the Urban Sewing Society. Jen has a passion for fashion which started when she was a young girl watching her mother and grandmother sew. When the pandemic locked the world down, Jen started making fabulous designer mask. At the Urban Sewing Society, merge her passion for fashion and exquisite sewing skills to empower woman through thrifting with Jen and online Zoom training.
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2021-02-2634 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDr Daphnie SicreDr. Daphnie Sicre is an Ironman, activist, educator, hiker and world traveler. Dr Sicre is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Loyola Marymount University, beyond the titles Daphnie is an incredible human being. Daphnie's grandmother decided to start running at the tender age of 68, inspired by her example she decided to run a marathon.
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2021-02-1933 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastKimberly Hall of Sole InspiredMeet Kimberly Hall of Sole Inspired, the greeting card company that was born in the “fire of adversity” . . . and I’m pretty sure that’s our connection. Yes, I know it is! Check out more of Kimberly's story here:
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2021-02-1034 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastNisha CrichlowNisha Crichlow is the host of "Fitness Schmitness" hella funny, she a sneakerhead committed to helping people pursue a healthy lifestyle. "Learn new ways to be consistent and/or spice up your fitness journey, hear how others are making fitness fun and let’s throw in some wine for the fun of it! Yeah I SAID WINE!!!"
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2021-02-0831 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDave Ross Founder of RossRunningDave Ross is a fellow running shoe geek, he’s originally from Lewiston, Idaho now residing in Beaverton, Oregon. Dave said “I love living in Beaverton and living so close to Nike WHQ and all that it entails. This place is heaven for runners.” Dave started his running career at a young age and now he serves as a coach covers all the major track and field events providing feedback for the TV commentators. He works down on the track and feed them information during the distance races. I tell them who is leading, who is moving up, what pace t...
2021-02-0720 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastShawn Governor GibbsAt 22 years old Shawn Governor Gibbs had his eyes sights set on a career in the Fashion Industry, but he allowed those dreams to be extinguished by someone else’s words.
The shocking reality of racist hiring practices taught him a valuable lesson. However, Shawn would not be paralyzed by the news, he would make a name for himself within the entertainment industry. Shawn has traveled the world and he’s had the honor of working in the secular and gospel artist.
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2020-12-2428 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThree Guys On A RunThere is a Puerto Rican guy a White and Black guy standing in The Home Depot, this sounds like the beginning of a bad joke, I promise you it's not. Today's episode is about three guys from different backgrounds who met 8 years ago in The Home Depot and decided to run a marathon. Miguel and Sean were running marathons before I met them on that faithful day, I had know idea how far a marathon was, but nevertheless I committed to doing the Hartford Marathon.
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2020-12-1856 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastSydney Margetson Sr VP of Publicity Atlantic RecordsSydney Margetson is the Sr VP of Publicity at Atlantic Records after attending Howard University he hit the ground running when he decided to pursue his career and now he shares his years of experience on IG. Sydney interned at Mercury Records, Def Jam, Polygram, and then BMG. Sydney found his home at Atlantic Records, he's helped to guide the careers of such notable artists as Sean Paul, Wiz Khalifa, Cordae, T.I., Trey Songz, Kevin Gates, and Lil Uzi.
Sydney was not active growing up and didn't really give too much thought to his health until his...
2020-12-0931 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastAhyiana AngelAhyiana Angel is traditionally published author and host of the Switch, Pivot or Quit podcast, who is affectionately known as the Chief Encourager. She is a seasoned executor who eventually blocked out the world’s ideas of success, quit her highly coveted position at the NBA, moved to London and traveled the world for a stint, then followed her passion in writing to find her purpose in encouragement. Mastering the art of note-worthy ideation, Ahyiana taps into her more than 12 years of professional business marketing experience to lend her thoughts on professional development, digital marketing, contemporary brand styling and mor...
2020-12-0735 min
The Parrsitivity PodcastThe Parrsitivity Podcast #episode 160 Derek OxleyIn this podcast I'm joined by Derek Oxley, Derek Oxley is Podcast Host of Behind The Wheel Podcast
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In this podcast we talked about role models, fitness, self discipline and much more!
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This was a really powerful Podcast, and I hope that you take value from this!
2020-12-0443 min
The Art of Letting Go PodcastThe Art of Letting Go EP 116 (Social Distancing with Derek Oxley)Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In this week’s episode I have a special guest, Derek Oxley. He invited me on his show and I brought him on mine to talk. We talk about podcasting, bipolar disorder, connecting through storytelling and much more. Join us on this journey!Derek Oxley@behind_the_wheel_podcastThank you for listening. Please subscribe to all of our channels. Hope you enjoy!Check out our merch and stay connected to us at linktr...
2020-12-0450 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastYvonne MicheleYvonne Michéle is the Founder & CEO of the Global Empowerment Movement & The GEM Academy. She is a multi award winning international speaker, TV & radio presenter, author, empowerment coach, business mentor, singer, and Britains Got Talent semi finalist.
Known as “The Queen of Inspirational Speaking” Yvonne Michéle is a force of transformational power on stage or in-front of a camera!
She has a unique, robust enriching style of speaker & mindset training that empowers women to get out of their own way and become their own rescue. Not only that, Yvonne teaches you to use your sp...
2020-12-0321 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastAdriel MekaAdriel Meka is an artist based in Montreal QC, he has lived and traveled all over the world. He is the illustrator responsible for Nia Obotette children's book I Am A Triathlete. During this episode we talk about how he got started as an artist, his travels that have taken him all over the world. Adriel credits his success to the support and encouragement he receives from his family.
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2020-11-1819 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastJon Castro Interview: Take Your Job and Love It…Take Your Job and Love It…
How to transition from being an employee to being a BOSS
If your interested in hearing how to take your current job and love it, tune into this episode, if your know of someone that could benefit for this shift in mindset please share it. I’ll share specific takeaways on how you can “Take Your Job and Love It” in a Medium post.
I met Jon in my local DD at the time he worked the evening shift, his attention to detail and sense of purpose piqued my...
2020-11-1036 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThe Unicorn Hunting Project: A lesson in ResiliencyIn 2019 I embarked on cross country tour in search of 35 Unicorns. The plan was to visit 35 States, run a 5k during the week and half marathon on the weekends. It would be a mini-documentary while driving a Mini Cooper across the country and interviewing "Unicorns" aka ordinary people who were doing EXTRAordinary things within their communities. After two blown engines and a totaled vehicle after being rear-ended the dream would not become a reality. Nevertheless I persisted! That sounds good, but that's not the reality, I was disappointed and viewed it as a public failure.
The only person...
2020-10-2756 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDoc Heidi Lovett Sunshine InterviewIf you've every wondered about what it takes to be resilient after a tragic loss then this episode is for you. Our guest is a former Orleans Parish School Board member and Dillard, SUNO and community college professor, Dr. Heidi Lovett, PhD. Doc Sunshine is an experienced researcher on student achievement and technology and has presented on this topic all over the world including Canada, China and London. She’s a member fo Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and is also a triathlete.
After the death of her son, Dr. Lovett organized scholarship and raised over $13,000 and star...
2020-10-1947 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastMichael Krajick Interview: Atreyu Running's FounderMichael Krajicek
Is an endurance artist who obsessively values honesty. I become familiar with through a mutual Sneakerholic Thomas from Believe In The Run, Michael dropped a New running shoe an launched a sneaker brand Atreyu Running. I was hyped to talk to another artist, sneaker head, musician, and entrepreneur. If entrepreneurship, leadership start-ups are your thing, then this episode is for you. Michael is open honest and hilarious with an intriguing outlook on life.
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2020-10-1529 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastFailure Is Not A Dirty Four Letter WordThanks for the all the Birth Day Wishes. I celebrated my 54th birthday this weekend and the thought of my mortality becomes more ominous the older I get. I spent part of the day covering a Team Prestige event for Miguel Castro. Gilda from Saturday Night High contacted me when she was considering launching her podcast, I shared a few tips & tricks with them. They've got a couple of shows in the can already, I included their "High" take on Bill Burrs cold open.
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2020-10-1430 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastRaheim ParkerRaheim is a loving farther, a fearless NYC Fire Fighter and a helluva funny guy.
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2020-10-0944 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThe Gardner In Chief Is Responsible For The Home Grown TerroristThe Gardner In Chief is responsible for the uptick in home grown terrorist within the United States of America. Instead of condemning the terrorist groups plotting to kidnap Gov. Whitmore, the Gardner In Chief attacked the victim.
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2020-10-0918 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastFlies KnowI was on the road last night, so I missed the debates live, but I caught up the hight light reels this morning. Our Facebook live was interrupted by a phone call from the mechanic, so I stopped the recording and picked up where I left off when I returned from dropping the car off. I ended up deleting the live, but kept the audio for the podcast.
In the middle of life's storms, look for glimmers of light and grab on to them. You are not your current circumstances.
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2020-10-0825 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastTrust Is Relationship CurrencyThe Trump administration is eroding the trust of the American people. They are running a deficit and the GOP is responsible for not fighting on behalf of their constituents.
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2020-10-0723 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastPresidential Joy RideThe only thing in this administration that’s taking TRUMPS hospitalization serious for his supposedly contracting the RONA are his ties . They’ve been heeding the Dr’s recommendations resting and staying out of the public.
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2020-10-0524 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastHave The Chickens Come Home To Roost?After months of downplaying the virus and floating wild conspiracy theories like pitchman hawking his wares on the boardwalk, the rona has finally caught up to the this Administration-or has it? If we listen to Michael Moore this could be all part of Trumps plan to garner sympathy leading up to the election.
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2020-10-0327 minBehind The Wheel PodcastGod Allows For K-turnsOver the years, prior to running, I found myself in some tight situations. When I say it like that it makes it seem as though, I wasn't in control of what was going, as if I was a victim of circumstance, when in fact the opposite was true-I ended up in those situations because of the choices I'd made in my life. At this stage in my life, I'm trying to make better choices. Writing is something I'm working on improving, so I stopped by Barnes & Nobles for a few resources. Reading is a part of improving your writing, at s...
2020-10-0201 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastTrump Does Not Need A TranslatorListening to politicians trying to interpret what Trump say in plain english is hilarious. No, it's actually an insult to all Americans and people all over the world. What's more frustrating is the denouncing game the media plays for ratings. If you've gotta corner someone with a microphone and a camera in order for them speak out against something they strongly believe, their statement shouldn't even be taken seriously because it was coerced. Also on today's episode Charles Blow on Bigots and Rep Katie Porter, grills Big Pharma CEO for price gouging.
If you're tired of a stat...
2020-10-0133 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDr Angela Bess InterviewDr. Angela Bess is a Mom and triathlete who works diligently and quietly serving her community. Every year she travels with a team of physicians to Haiti to provide much needed medical assistance through the Community Coalition For Haiti.
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2020-09-3039 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastRai's Corner InterviewRai is a really cool Gen Z, who we interviewed back in August during the interview her Mom walked in the room so we invited her to jump on the call-it was like having two interviews for the price of one zoom call.
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2020-09-3040 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastHow Can Anyone Still Be Undecided?The first presidential debate was neither a debate or presidential. It was a national disgrace, we didn't learn anything new last night. How on earth can anyone still be undecided at this point is unbelievable.
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2020-09-3029 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastVenture Outside Of Your Comfort ZoneDo you remember a song by Dj Khaled "No New Friends?" It was out in 2013 the video has over 32million views and I'd venture to say some people have literally taken the lyrics to heart. I'd like to suggest making some new friends, venture outside of your comfort zone and connect with other likeminded individuals and you'll be amazed at what happens. I'm not suggesting this as a self serving one-sided relationship, where you're just looking to receive. No! Friendships, like communication are a two way street.
Making new friends as we get older can be difficult, but it...
2020-09-3024 minBehind The Wheel PodcastLaws Are Skewed In Favor Of The RichWhen a so called Billionaire pays $750 in taxes for two years that's a slap in the face to every hardworking American. I guess I'd fight to keep my tax returns private if I was DJT. Can you imagine how Wesley Snipes must feel after spending 3yrs in Federal Prison?
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2020-09-2837 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastMorning RoutineHave you ever had one of those days where you felt like you wanted to get back in bed and start over? Some mornings I roll over while still in bed and check my social media feed before actually getting up to starting the day-this is not the best practice-I'll be the first to admit I'm not perfect. There are some mornings when I'm outraged by what I see online and that causes me to jump up and start the the day. The inconsistency is not good and the beautiful thing about us as humans is we can change.
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2020-09-2732 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThinking Ain't Easy But It Sure Is Fun!Group thinking can be dangerous I know we’re upset with the Breonna Taylor situation specifically Daniel Cameron decision to hide behind the Grand Jury, but a roasting session of Daniel Cameron is not going to bring back Breonna Taylor.
No one person has the power to excommunicate a black person from the black community, if you’re born black you gonna die. My concern with the excommunication philosophy is it can very easily force people into group thinking and they start becoming obsessed with being excepted by the popular group.
Tahir Bradley joined us on t...
2020-09-2643 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastPassionIn the blink of an eye we can get a snap shot into the inner life of someone, by peering into their car, apartment, house, or junk draw. I tuned in Believe In The Run's IG live yesterday and caught a glimpse of Richard Kuchinsky talking about kicks and I could instantly tell he loved talking about shoe design.
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The launching of my Ko...
2020-09-2532 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastWe Can't Afford To Get ExhaustedI’ve set my expectations low on purpose when it comes to our justice system as personal self care strategy and to keep from becoming apathetic or going on an emotional roller coaster ride. I sometimes get the feeling that part of the strategy is to wear us out to the point where we just give up, but we can’t afford to quit. I’m past the point of trying to muster up more outrage from the day before, now it’s about conserving my energy and thinking and acting strategically and not acting off of my impulses or emotio...
2020-09-2434 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastRunning While Black In AmericaTiffany Johnson, 37, who lives in Woodside, was attacked back in August while out for a jog, her only crime was she was running while black in America. Running while black is not a crime in America, but you couldn't tell by frequency with which we are pulled over and harassed by the police for engaging in a simple physical activity-apparently we fit the description. Tiffany said her instinct was to avoid further confrontation. “I just wanted to get away from her as quickly as possible. My safety was my first concern. Her mentality is her problem,” she said. “I don’t re...
2020-09-2337 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThank You Anchor and Ko-fi Supporters. DetoxThis is a bonus episode for Ko-fi and Anchor Supporters of the show, your support for the work that we do at the BTW Podcast allows us to spread the running gospel in CT. Doors are being opened and on a local level through a local running to in CT. SoundRunner and their parent corporation MarathonSports. During this episode I partner with my friend Nancy to try and convince Yvonne to name a bar of soap after me.
If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the...
2020-09-2211 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastI Don't Play TennisI went live this morning after staying up early this morning working on REBUILDNYRR episode which is live now. In this today's episode I share three new books, the topping the list is The Inner Game of Tennis, it's not a Tennis book.
If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT . Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.
The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me...
2020-09-2214 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastREBUILDNYRR InterviewWe’ve been following this story for a few weeks now on first on Instagram and then on Facebook, within several running groups. I wanted to hear directly from the REBUILDNYRR, so I reached out to them for an interview, I’ve also reached out to the NYRR, as of the recording of this episode they have not responded.
Initially, I was hoping to have an actual conversation with a representative from REBUILDNYRR, but they were concerned about retaliation. I even suggested altering their voice as an option, we finally agreed to responding to a few questions. This...
2020-09-2215 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastAdam ParrsitivityAdam Parr is a 26 year old from across the pond after a traumatic life event, Adam suffered from PTSD. He pieced the pieces of his life together and the started attending university and retail before realizing it wasn't for him. Adam starting learning about NLP and launched a podcast and coaching business.
If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT . Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.
The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, thi...
2020-09-2128 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastService MattersIt's a typically day in Bridgeport CT., I had just finished posting the episode for the day and was ready to start my day, but not before grabbing a cup of coffee from DD. I observed a category 5 customer interaction and made a few notes when I got back to my car, after I finished writing I went and spoke to the manager about the incident. Later that day I had three more notable customer experiences one at Crossroads Pizza in Bpt, Popeyes and Ben & Jerry's in New Haven.
The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embr...
2020-09-2124 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastCoaching MattersA gentle nudge in the right direction got me across the finish line of in Hartford CT. for my first marathon, but it took two years of coaxing from my sister to get me to actually head out for my first run around downtown Bridgeport-why? Why did I agree to run 26.2miles without even knowing how long 26.2miles was? All it took was a casual conversation with two acquaintances in Home Depot and I started down the road to living a healthy lifestyle.
At my core I am a teacher, a coach of sorts, I am a hum...
2020-09-2024 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDo You Have A Coach?After the 2007 economic crash, many individuals were faced with unemployment and the challenge of finding a new career, leading some to venture into what has become one of the fastest growing industries over the last decade. This is an excerpt from a 2014 article written by Greta McClain, Read more: Digital Journal. Interestingly enough, around 2007 was when my fascination podcasting and audio started, as with most things I get interested in I started researching the coaching industry, buying books listening to podcasts, attending workshops and seminars. My belief then was that we could benefit from training and that hasn't changed-I bel...
2020-09-1927 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThank You Ko-fiI wanted to take a moment to say thank you to those of you who tune into the BTW Podcast, I certainly appreciate YOU; your support allows me to share stories of ordinary people doing EXTRAordinary things within their communities. During my travels around the state I come in contact with individuals, business owners and entrepreneurs and I'd share the podcast with them, but I had no way of allowing them to support the podcast prior to Ko-fi-the same could be said of those online. I was introduced to Ko-fi by Latoya Shauntay Snell a fellow podcaster and runner. Sin...
2020-09-1808 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastCreative Talk ShopRaza Gilani is an aspiring film maker and co- producer of the duo that makes up Creatives Talk Shop, along with his good friend and business partner Carter Snow, the podcast explores Creatives, their lifestyle, entrepreneurship and mental health.
Raza is a Filmmaker and Content creator from Toronto, Ontario. He creates and produces content under his alias VIVIR and has recently been working as the Team Videographer and Digital Content Creator for St. John’s Edge (NBLC Basketball team). He also manages and produces all Video and Digital Media for The Jibfest Weekender and The Bestkind BBQ mu...
2020-09-1839 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastKnowing Your History Is EmpoweringAlthough I was born in Barbados and raised in Brooklyn. I had no real connection to my birthplace until I visited the county in 1976, that visit changed everything. It was a father son retreat, it wasn't billed out as such at the time. Saturday mornings were devoted to spending time with my Dad while he worked side jobs in the neighborhood. I couldn't wait until it was my turn, because my brother would come home with all sorts of treats. By the time I was old enough the tradition came to an abrupt halt. A fellow podcaster (Alex Hobby) from C...
2020-09-1830 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThe Emperor Is 5 yrs OldWe are certainly living through frustrating times, science education and rational thinking are being trampled underfoot. We're living in the divided states of America. The left is blaming the right, the right is blaming the left; meanwhile the nation is literally burning.
If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT . Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page. The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap...
2020-09-1724 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastHeard Mentality Vs. Herd ImmunityWe all have our own personal bias, I jokingly say, I assume everyone with a pickup and a large American flag flapping in the wind is a racist-there's no factual data to support my claim. Then there's this thing I have against Subaru owners, 99.9% of the time when I'm cutoff on the highway it's by someone driving a Subaru-again there's no statistical data to support my claim. I don't actually believe these claims, its just a sneaky suspicion I have based on my own experience. One of my good friends owns a Subaru and she owned a pick up tru...
2020-09-1636 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastHypocrisy In The Media Is Reaching Epic ProportionsThere are those in the media who will go to great extremes to justify their position even in the face of being dead wrong, in the middle of trying to contort themselves into a lie the truth is trampled on. Andrew Gillum is in the news being praised for coming out as bi-sexual, his sexuality was never an issue for me bringing it up now is pointless. Roger Goodell and the NFL use Colin and Anthony in BLM propaganda piece. Kanye declares himself the new Moses and calls the NBA and the music the new slave ships.
If y...
2020-09-1521 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastBad Habits Don't Die They Have To Be KilledWe often give ourselves a pass for things that we condemn other for, I'm trying to break the habit. We're living in the social media the yellow pages are dead, I'll occasionally get a yellow book delivered and it goes straight to the trash. I find myself getting upset when people, business don't utilize social media to promote their business.
In today's episode, I talk about helping a Barber Shop launch a podcast and I do a Derek on Livingston.
If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in l...
2020-09-1227 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastOnline Dating? Read The Fine PrintWelcome back from the weekend, I hope you all enjoyed yourselves. We had a lot to cover this morning. Brandon Trump is huge, he must be going through a growth spurt. Yvonne Michele for the UK is going to be a guest on the show, interviewed her this morning times.. Ola Smallz an artist from Ikoyi, NG, we came across his music on Twitter and we were able to book him for the show.
Some people have some adventurous online first date stories, first date was with a vertically challenged person, the second date was with a guy wi...
2020-08-1729 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastMichael (The Dream Chaser) SmithPlease join us in congratulating both the 2020 Man of the Year awarded to Michael "The Dream Chaser" Smith and the 2020 Leadership award awarded to Kelly Worrell! We are happy for you and proud of the work you’re doing in the community with your platform. After suffering a horrific hit and run accident, which he probably wouldn't have survived if it wasn't for a random angel who stopped to apply a tourniquet. Michael experienced a host of emotions and fell into a depression, but he didn't stay wallowing in self pity. Michael found his way out of the darkness through...
2020-08-1642 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastLatoya Shauntay Snell Pt2In an unrehearsed introduction for this episode, I said: "You either love her, or hate her, or you love to hate her." In 2019 Latoya was getting dragged through these social media streets, something awful. You would think they were getting paid attack her and the compensation worked was based off likes and vile comments. I mean keyboard warriors were on standby, it was an obsession. I've never been obsessed with an entertainer or a sports figure, I was caught up in an entanglement once, but I'll save that for the book.
My mother was a fat, and my si...
2020-08-1627 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastLatoya Shauntay SnellIn an unrehearsed introduction for this episode, I said: "You either love her, or hate her, or you love to hate her." In 2019 Latoya was getting dragged through these social media streets, something awful. You would think they were getting paid attack her and the compensation worked was based off likes and vile comments. I mean keyboard warriors were on standby, it was an obsession. I've never been obsessed with an entertainer or a sports figure, I was caught up in an entanglement once, but I'll save that for the book.
My mother was a fat, and my sis...
2020-08-1453 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDr Ralph Lyons InterviewRalph was born in 1956 and raised in Savannah, GA. He attended a segregated catholic school through 4th grade and was then a part of the national experiment, where he and a neighbor first integrated an elementary school when he was in the 5th grade. That first walk through the school year was my Little Rock. I ran for class president in 6th grade, but they were not ready for little Obama yet.
Ralph left public high school and entered the Ivy League for college, Harvard, in 1974, a turbulent era following the 1960s when he came of age. The...
2020-08-1352 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastMiddle Finger To The Status QuoSome of my best thoughts occur while I'm on the throne, on one such occasion, I happen to see two post with a similar pose and that was a trigger for me-Lol. I vowed in a Facebook post to trow my phone out the window and scream if I saw one more picture with a woman posing with one leg bent. It was an obvious joke. I love people, I love my people, I love women and you'll never catch me degrading women periodt!
After giving some additional thought to the matter I wrote a Medium piece about...
2020-08-1256 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastGrowth StrategyReviewing restrooms is part of a bigger plan, I know there might be someone out there wondering why I'm reviewing restrooms, well there's a method to my madness. Last week, when I looked at my analytics, I noticed I had more people tuning in from France than I did from CT. That bothered me, on the one hand I was excited about the reach of the podcast, but, that area of opportunity bothered me. Why didn't more people know about the podcast in the state I live in? Whelp that would be my fault, and so I'm going to chan...
2020-08-0619 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastService With A SmileI walked into Fatty Patty late one night last week to pick up an order, from the looks of it looks like they were closing, my order wasn't ready-no biggie I'll wait. While I'm waiting, I figured I'd use the restroom, but I was denied access. When I asked if I could use it the guy behind the counter said: "No, it's not available at the moment, because I just cleaned it." I thought it was a strange response, it won't impact my future bathroom review.
Kym, is the owner of Kelly's Janitorial Services, Kelly is her da...
2020-08-0618 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastBoat House Restaurant 5 Star Restroom ReviewIf you've been following BTW Podcast for any length of time, you know I have a bit of obsession with restrooms. The Bridge House Restaurant has one of the best kept restrooms I've been in, in a minute. Bright fully stocked, with a Bose sound system pipped in to make your time on the throne relaxing. We called them up to share the exciting news.
Also on today's episode is a rundown on who we was set to be interviewed for the show. CONBODY founder/ceo Coss, The artist activist PowerMalu, Raza from Creative Talk Shop.
Oh...
2020-08-0418 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastUpcoming InterviewsWe've got a packed line up next week CONBODY, Power Malu, Ernest Gibson lll, Creative Talk Shop and Dr Angela Bess
2020-08-0200 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastFinding Your Tribe... What Group Did You Eat Lunch With In HS?We were all searching trying to find our tribe in High School, if you were fortunate enough to play sports you knew what table you were going to sit at, if you were a cheerleader, popular or a nerd there was a table for you. There were days I didn't even go into the cafeteria and when I did I'd make my rounds, I never wanted to be tied to any particular group-it seemed restrictive.
I asked this question on my FaceBook Page: "What Group Did You Eat Lunch With In High School?" The responses were revealing and...
2020-08-0250 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastKnots In A BoxYou can't box me into a corner, or try to fit me into a predetermined category. When I thought about the concept for BTW, what I wanted to do and who I would be serving, I knew I didn't just want to talk about spilts and sprockets. I have varied interest like many people, I know I'm not unique in that regard. I like sports and was athletic as a kid, but I'm not the Madden football playstation dude. I'm not the car dude, who obsesses of his vehicle, I don't see it as a chick magnet-I drive a Mini...
2020-07-3150 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastJesus On the MainlineThousands of people have died from the coronavirus and folks are playing politics promulgating wild conspiracy theories. In the news recently we have politicians who think the virus is made up hoax have contracted and some have paid the ultimate price with their life supporting a leader that doesn't believe in science.
Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page. The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, th...
2020-07-3119 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastBehind The Scenes At Komfort-ZoneFor those of you who have been following me any length time know that my sister, Yvonne, aka. the "Nubian Sudzin Queen" is the reason I started running. I admire her drive and passion. Even if the "Nubian Sudzin Queen" wasn't my sister, I would still shout her out, because of the time, care and dedication she pours in producing a quality product. I've attend shows with her, and observes how she takes care of customers, associates and the soap making community.
The Nubian Sudzin Queen is constantly fielding questions on a whole host of topics ranging from...
2020-07-3037 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastAct As IF You're A Boss, Before You Are A BossWhen I tell the story about running a marathon it starts off sounding like a joke, so there’s a White guy, a Puerto Rican, and a Black guy standing in a Home Depot. Miguel was a customer we met at the Depot when he had an issue with his Kitchen installment. When I came out to resolve the issue I called him Carlos on several occasions while insisting I understood his situation and reassuring him I was there to help him.
To whichever he replied, no you don’t, because you keep calling me Carlos. So embar...
2020-07-2939 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastSika HenryA chance observation by a coach, of Sika on a Basket Ball, led to her now being on a quest to become the first African American Female Pro Triathlete. What drives a person to take the long route to finish a marathon?
Triathletes are focused driven high performing competitive individuals. I'm curious about the discipline required to train and compete, correctly how those principles transfer to real-life scenarios.
Some people are driven by internal motivation, while others require hand-holding and external motivation to get them moving. I'm going to go out on a limb and...
2020-07-2838 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastTime Vs. TimingThirteen years ago, I got this crazy idea to do a podcast; I shared the idea with a random stranger Alabama Joe; he was intrigued. But I had no experience, no equipment outside of a laptop, a cheap microphone.
But, I didn’t let that deter me. I wanted to start a podcast; the idea was to use it as a training tool for the associates within my hub & spoke locations. I shared the idea with my district manager, and he kind of brushed it off, but I could see the possibilities. Our corporate offices would press up...
2020-07-2739 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastSo You Wanna Start A PodcastIf you’re thinking of launching a podcast, or already have one out, you may find this episode insightful. I started noticing tons of podcasting ads within my Facebook and IG feeds, everyone was offering a masterclass on everything from how to launch, to how to monetize and grow your podcast.
I thought it would be cool to hear from different voices who weren’t trying to sell you anything, real individuals who were simply following their passion, trying to find their voice and serve their community. As you listen to the episode, you'll notice a common threa...
2020-07-2539 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastThank YouThis show is for those of you who tune in BTW Podcast on a regular basis, I appreciate you. As a token of my appreciation we've got a gift for you email us: behindthewheelmorningshow@ gmail.com We've created some swag let us know what you'd like see. I started BTW Podcast to highlight the accomplishments of ordinary people who were doing EXTRAordinary things within their communities. I didn't start BTW Podcast to make money selling Advertising segments, merchandise or sponsorships.
I don’t spend time looking at analytics, because I didn’t get into podcasting to make money, I...
2020-07-2443 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDana GoldbergRuth Jensen and I have been following each other online since 2018, I can hear some of y'a'll saying, wait, what? Who is Ruth Jensen and what does she have to do with Dana Goldberg? And who is Dana Goldberg? Well I'm glad you asked. Ruth is the one who introduced to Dana, Dana is a comedian. I reached out to Dana on a lark, to see if she'd be guest on the show and she agreed.
Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page. The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walki...
2020-07-2122 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDuy NguyenWhen you Absofreakinglutely love your craft you spend hours honing and perfecting it, Duy, loves his work, it’s obvious from the magnificent covers he created. If you're wondering what covers I'm referring to, you must've been under a rock for the past few weeks. I first became familiar with Duy's when Pricilla Jackson posted a sample of his work. it was instantly clear and to me that he loved craft. Duy created decades worth Runner's World Magazine covers on Korea Town's Running Club Page . Why? Why would Duy create Runner's World Magazine covers for random strangers? Well, Duy understa...
2020-07-1936 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastStephen Jackson InterviewStephen Jackson is the CEO of WIBO, he became the CEO on May 1, 2018, after serving on the WIBO board. Stephen has been apart of the WIBO family since he graduated the program in 1992. Stephen has volunteered as a Work Group Leader after graduating WIBO and served as a Discussion Leader since 2010 when he encouraged his daughter to attend WIBO before starting her clothing boutique business.
Stephen used what he learned in the 16-week workshop to build and sell 3 multi-million dollar companies. When he sold his last company RDZ Media Group, LLC in 2013 and started a nonprofit running club...
2020-07-1750 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastSo You Wanna Start A Podcast.Is it just me, or have you also noticed an increase in the number of sponsored podcast ads your feed? It seems as though every time I open Facebook or IG, the first thing I see the Washington Post, then a couple of swipes up I hit a podcasting ad. Lately several people have reached out to me for assistance with starting a podcast, during the 5yrs of hosting BTW, I have influenced a several people to launch their own Podcast, vlog or blog.
In a previous life I served as a corporate trainer for Kinko's before tran...
2020-07-1753 min
Behind The Wheel Podcast"That Coffey Boy" InterviewOn June 3, I received a link to a movie, "About The People", it was from Angie a friend, from a former life. In the movie were some familiar faces, I don't like to name drop, if you haven't already checked out the movie need to stop playing and go watch "About The People." While scrolling through my stories on IG Stories, I came across a post from Kovon, it was a flyer asking all crews to come out for a run and the same person who was in the movie was putting out the call-he was a runner. I cou...
2020-07-1353 min
The Run WaveLets Talk: Social Media Bullying, Harassment, & Jealousy within the Run Community featuring Derek OxleyIn this episode of The Run Wave Podcast, Kim sits down with Barbados born, Brooklyn bred, Runner, Podcast Host, and Content Creator, Derek Oxley.Kim and Derek chat about the ugly side of runners on social media. How jealously and bullying in the run community has led to tension, division, and just a lot of pure ugliness online. We let you know our thoughts on whats happening, and how we think things can be improved upon.Connect with Derek: http://instgram.com/behind_the_wheel_podcastThe Run Wave Podcast features candid chats, wi...
2020-04-1549 minBehind The Wheel PodcastThe Shell Gas Price SagaOn July 12, 2016, pulled into a Shell gas station in Stamford CT. to fill up without checking the price, I figured it would .05¢ north or south of what I normally pay-I was wrong. It trigged a string of events on Facebook and even severed a few relationships. Through the entire fiasco I was never able to speak with the manager, I recently became with obsessed with solving the case. Along the way I found myself down a rabbit hole Carrie Whitney, Phd wrote a piece entitled "Why Gasoline Prices Vary From Station to Station" I was curious to see what the gas...
2020-02-2629 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastChloe Lynn OxleyMillennials often get a bad rap, they're accused of many things being entitled and lazy top charts-In this episode Chloe Lynn dispels that myth. Chloe Lynn, a young twenty something. Also known as the "aesthetics aficionado". Passionate about making a difference in her community and encouraging others to do the same
Chloe Lynn is a Carnegie Mellon graduate, project manager and the founder of "Love Walks" that was birthed out her personal conviction that, "We must not only talk about loving people; We must really love them."
2018-12-3026 min
Behind The Wheel PodcastDarius OxleyDarius attended UMBC on a full scholarship where he ran track, after graduating with a mathematics he hung up his spikes and began his a career as a math teacher. During his summer vacation he volunteered at 1012 Sports in Baltimore. The experience impacted him so much that he decided he'd pick up his running shoes and run for a cause. In this episode we talk about what the transition was like for him from the the track to the road. On Saturday October 20th we'll tackle the Baltimore Half Marathon together.
2018-10-1931 minBehind The Wheel PodcastTom Scheer InterviewTom swam 28.8mi, traveled 1344mi on his bike and ran 314.4mi in order to get to Kona-that only took him 11yrs, 10 months, 29days, 11hours, 21minutes and 14seconds. What compels a guy to stick to a singular goal over an 11year stretch? It’s more than the bike, run or swim. Tune in to hear this incredible journey firsthand from the man himself, former Boys & Girls Club Member, College Dean, all American boxer, entrepreneur 12 time IRONMAN who rocks a kilt. Hmmm 🤔 why does a 200lb+ black man where a kilt? Find out the answer and more during this episode of Behind The W...
2017-12-0427 minBehind The Wheel PodcastRunutainment’s Founder Chat 💭Behind The Wheels Host Derek Oxley talks about the early days of “Runutainment” how he launched the “Runinn Skits” Weekly Race Recaps, BTW Morning Show and how he found the studio for production.
2017-11-0425 minBehind The Wheel PodcastWomen Of ImpactWomen's Business Development Council Recap 20th Anniversary Gala Luncheon • A Fireside Chat With Fran Pastore Pres/CEO WBDC & Carla Harris Vice Chairman of Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley
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2017-10-2123 min