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Shopify Happy HourLaunching a Non-Alcoholic Beer Brand on Shopify: Lessons from Go BrewingLaunching a consumer brand is never easy — but launching a brewery without alcohol? That’s a whole new challenge.In this episode of Shopify Happy Hour, I sit down with Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing, the non-alcoholic beer brand redefining how we think about social drinking. Joe shares his journey from idea to launch, the countless recipe iterations, and the marketing moves that helped Go Brewing quickly find its place in a competitive industry.You’ll hear how Joe:Turned a personal vision into one of the fastest-growing non-alcoholic brewer...
2025-08-1649 min
Millionaire UniversityHe Quit Drinking… Then Built a $10M Non- Alcoholic Beer Brand | Joe Chura#380 When Joe Chura quit drinking during the 75 Hard challenge, he didn’t just transform his health — he found his next business! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Joe shares how that personal decision sparked the launch of Go Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer company built from his garage that’s now on track to hit $10 million in revenue. With a background in tech and automotive, Joe applied his digital marketing and DTC expertise to grow the brand online, sell to over 60,000 customers, and gather powerful customer data that helped him land 6,000 retail placements across 23 states. He explains why they built...
2025-05-0346 min
BizNinja Entrepreneur RadioCreating a Brand That Stands for Something BiggerFrom scaling an eight-figure tech company to brewing a better future—Joe Chura's entrepreneurial journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Joe shares how a personal health transformation led him to launch Go Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer brand built on innovation, resilience, and a deep passion for wellness. We dive into his path from "pixels to pints," why brewing their own beer (literally from scratch) was non-negotiable, and how digital marketing superpowers fueled Go Brewing’s explosive DTC growth.Joe also unpacks the wild ride of building a physical product brand versus scaling software, from managing cost...
2025-04-2828 min
The DRINKS Podcast: The Business of Online AlcoholCraft Brewing with Joe Chura from Go Brewing - 019In this episode of the Drinks.com Podcast, host Brandon Amoroso sits down with Joe Chura, founder and CEO of Go Brewing, to discuss his unconventional journey from automotive to alcohol. Joe shares insights from transitioning between industries, the importance of customer data in scaling new markets, and the unique challenges of the non-alcoholic beer industry.Here's what you'll learn:🚗 How Joe Chura applied his auto industry expertise to his brewing business.🌐 The benefits of focusing on e-commerce before traditional retail for Go Brewing.🍺 Joe's approach to ensuring high-qual...
2025-03-1334 min
Sisters In SobrietyThe Future of Non-Alcoholic Beer With Go Brewing’s Joe ChuraOn this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen explore the intersection of hustle culture, entrepreneurship, and sobriety with Joe Chura, Founder and President of Go Brewing. Joe’s story is about reinvention, starting from his early days working on an automobile assembly line, to co-founding and selling two successful tech companies, and finally launching a non-alcoholic brewery. He shares how his journey led him to reevaluate his relationship with alcohol, prioritize his health, and create a brand that’s redefining social drinking.
What happens when high achievers find themselves burnt out and needing to reset? Joe...
2025-01-2755 min
Cheat Code NutritionCheers to Change: How Joe Chura turned his transformation into one of the fastest growing NA Breweries in the countryToday, I had the privilege of interviewing Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing — one of the fastest-growing non-alcoholic breweries in the country.We dive into his inspiring journey of transforming his relationship with alcohol, the story of launching Go Brewing from his garage, and the fascinating nuances of the non-alcoholic beverage industry.Most importantly, we explore how NA beverages can be a powerful tool for conquering cravings, allowing you to enjoy social rituals without compromising your brain and body. Spoiler alert: they’re not just a substitute — they can actually support your recovery and wellness journe...
2024-12-1744 min
The UpFlip Podcast162. His Million Dollar Ecommerce Success That Started Locally!Joe Chura, founder of the non alcoholic beer powerhouse Go Brewing, is here to talk about creating million-dollar ecommerce businesses and how to compete online. Joe built three successful businesses that all saw tens of millions in revenue. With SEO, ecommerce, and market positioning, he’s been able to create companies that not only compete for clicks, but win over consumers for life. If you’ve ever thought it’s impossible to compete in a crowded online market — think again. Resources:500 free business ideas: https://bit.ly/48QSU8ZEpisode 14...
2024-11-1825 min
Stronger WeeklyHow NA Beer is Disrupting Drinking Culture | Joe Chura of Go BrewingThe non-alcoholic (NA) beverage industry has seen explosive growth, now valued at over $10 billion globally, with NA breweries and brands popping up across the U.S. as more people explore alternatives to traditional drinking. Beyond full sobriety, many are using NA beverages as a tool for moderation, helping them reduce alcohol consumption without total abstinence.
In this episode, we speak with Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing—one of the country’s fastest-growing and most innovative NA breweries. Joe shares how NA beer supports the path of moderation or sobriety, the shifting trends in drinking culture, and his...
2024-11-1342 min
The D2Z PodcastIdentifying and Building a Business Around a Personal Need with Joe Chura - 127In this episode of The D2Z Podcast, host Brandon Amoroso speaks with Joe Chura, founder and CEO of Go Brewing, about his journey from the automotive industry to the world of non-alcoholic beer. Joe shares insights on building a strong team, the importance of product quality, and the strategies behind their e-commerce and retail growth. He discusses the challenges and opportunities of selling on platforms like Amazon, the decision-making process for tech solutions, and innovative ways to crowdsource leads for distribution. Joe also highlights how AI is leveraged for business insights and the unique experience of their taproom...
2024-10-2335 min
Compete Every Day with Jake Thompson | A Show for Driven LeadersThe Power of Perseverance with GoBrewing's Joe ChuraJoe Chura co-founded GO Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer brand based in Chicagoland. Joe joins the show to discuss the inspiration for his NA line and how he built his mindset and life after a start of poor decisions.
You'll be inspired and challenged by Joe's story of perseverance and grit to have the success of building his first company (which was acquired) and this new venture into NA space.
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Following him on Instagram or LinkedIn
Check out GoBrewing to learn more about their line & order one for your...
2024-09-2537 min
builders from business.comThe Marketing Genius Behind Go Brewing's Non-Alcoholic Beer w/ Joe Chura | builders podcastEpisode 70: This week, John Busby is joined by Joe Chura, President & Founder of Go Brewing, to discuss the rise of the non-alcoholic beer market, the branding strategies that set Go Brewing apart, and the importance of building a passionate audience. Additionally, hear about Joe's personal journey from sobriety to entrepreneurship and how it's shaping the future of his brand.Watch builders here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1c5-IC2urkFeHIzcp8FfKg Sign up for the free b.newsletter: https://www.business.com/b-newsletter/ Check out Go...
2024-09-0331 min
Witness BusinessThe Buzz Behind the Buzz-Free Beer That Is Taking the Country By Storm with Joe Chura // EP. 29What started in Joe's garage in 2022 to curb his beer craving has since exploded across the country in just a couple of years. Go Brewing is now in retail stores all over the country, has won prestigious awards in the beer space, and has gained tens of thousands of customers.But Joe isn't a brewer, so how could he possibly create a successful beer company? Tune in to hear the full story, which outlines the importance of passion, the assistance of capital and investors, and the ability to work harder than anyone else.Be sure to...
2024-08-301h 17
Decidedly I Decision Tips for Business OwnersEp.152 I Deciding to Quit Drinking: A Life-Changing Switch to Non-Alcoholic Craft Beer with Joe ChuraWhy drink non-alcoholic beer if I don’t have a drinking
problem? Why are the most intentional people making the switch?
Joe Chura, Founder of Go Brewing, shares his experience with alcohol and how it led to founding a non-alcoholic craft beer company with his wife. From starting in his garage and taking regular, incremental risks along the way, he’s built his latest business dream from the ground up.
KEY TOPICS
Why people don’t want to claim a “drinking problem.”
Joe and Heather’s decision to s...
2024-07-311h 04
U.S. of N/A: Non-Alcoholic and THC DrinksFrom Prairie To Planet: How Go Brewing Reset Their NA SightsIn the second stop of our summer road trip series, we take a visit to Naperville, Illinois, home of the taproom and brewery for Go Brewing, and sit down with Co-Founder and CEO, Joe Chura. The brewery has been on a whirlwind of growth since launching from Joe's garage two years ago, and we get his perspective on why he started an NA brewery, his philosophy on taking chances in business having previously started other companies, and what he sees as the future and opportunity not only for Go, but for the category as a whole.We'd...
2024-06-1935 min
Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail MomEP 70 Brewing For A Better Tomorrow With Joe Chura of Go BrewingEver wondered what it’s like to host David Goggins in your basement or kickstart a non-alcoholic beer revolution? Buckle up, because in this episode, I’m chatting with Joe Chura, the dynamic founder of Go Brewing, and he’s got some wild stories and inspiring insights to share! In our conversation, Joe opens up about his personal journey of unhealthy drinking habits that affected his health in difficult ways. During the COVID pandemic, Joe and his wife, Heather, realized they needed a change and committed to going 75 days without alcohol, where he first discovered non-alcoholic beer and was...
2024-05-2137 min
Mind Over Melody Podcast (Host: Brent Brown)One Year Without Alcohol - And I'll Still Have a Drink?One Year Without Alcohol - And I'll Still Have a Drink?
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2024-04-1409 min
Mind Over Melody Podcast (Host: Brent Brown)Taking a Break from Booze? Enlightening Chat with Joe Chura (Go Brewing Founder)Go Brewing (Website)
Not Almost There (Podcast)
Joe Chura is an inspiring serial entrepreneur who founded Go Brewing in Naperville, Il. He's also the host of the 'Not Almost There' podcast; Where he's hosted many popular figures such as Jocko Willink, Rich Roll, Jim Kwik, and more.
Taking a Booze from Break? Enlightening chat w/ Joe Chura (Go Brewing - NA Beer Founder)
Mind Over Melody Podcast - Hosted By Brent Brown - Episode # 13
2024-02-0753 min
Recovery ElevatorRE 465: Drink Responsibly?Episode 465 – Drink Responsibly? Today we have Kevin. He is 44 years old and lives in Cleveland, OH. He took his last drink on April 28th, 2018. I want to give a shout out to our DRY January REstore cohort. We’re 1/2 way there, you all are doing a fantastic job, I’ll see you all tonight. On January 27th we start our six-week alcohol-free ukelele course. This course is brought to you by Kala Brand. Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/elevator - 10% off your first m...
2024-01-151h 03
Big Questions with Cal FussmanJoe Chura: Sensing Your Next Business CoachAfter starting out on a Ford Assembly line, Joe made a fortune starting and selling a digital marketing agency and serving as CEO of an automotive tech company. When he decided to stop drinking alcohol for 75 days to improve his health, Joe came up with the idea to create a new business. A non-alcoholic brewery with a mission to create the best non-alcoholic beers on the planet. That covers many styles and flavors. It’s called Go Brewing. And it arrives at your door at a time when many people are beginning to change their drinking habits to support a...
2024-01-0953 min
The Brit and Yankee Craft Beer PodcastPubcast 390 - Non-Alcoholic Craft Beer at Go BrewingThis weekend is Labor Day and there's going to be plenty of barbecues and parties held across the state. Why not offer your guests something that won't leave them with a headache the next day, or perhaps you have guests who don't drink, but want to be part of the craft crowd.
In this edition we visit with what we believe is the only non-alcoholic craft beer brewery in the state, Go Brewing Company, located in Naperville IL. Joe Chura is one of the co-founders and the President of GBC, and James Bigler is their head brewer...
2023-09-0147 min
The Brit and Yankee Craft Beer PodcastThe Brit and Yankee Craft Beer Podcast-Pubcast 390-Non-Alcoholic Craft Beer at Go BrewingOur Labor Day weekend edition is a first for the podcast team as we visit the one and only non-alcoholic craft brewery in Illinois, Go Brewing. We sit down with Joe Chura, one of the co-founders and the President of GBC, and James Bigler, their head brewer. So at this weekend's barbecues, why not offer your designated drivers and non-drinkers an alternative, and perhaps your craft beer afficienados can try them as well! Listen in as we talk about Go's meteoric rise to be a leading provider of NA brews, while we sample some of their great offerings...Cheers!
2023-09-0100 min
Next Level HustleFinding the Work that’s Fun with Joe ChuraTo be an entrepreneur, you need to be willing to constantly pitch yourself and your skills to the people around you. That skill is one of the key things that helped Joe Chura get to where he is today. In this episode, Joe joins Boomer and John to talk about the biggest lessons he’s learned throughout his career and the inspiration behind GO Brewing, Illinois’ first non-alcoholic taproom. Joe also explains what finding the next level means for him today.Guest Bio:Joe Chura is the founder of GO Brewing, the first and only non-alcoholic prod...
2023-02-1336 min
Naperville Real Talk w/ Chris GranoJoe Chura | Go Brewing
Joe Chura, the President and Co-Founder of Illinois' first non-alcoholic brewery & taproom, Go Brewing, joins Chris for a great conversation about beer, fitness, mindset, and overcoming life's challenges!
Joe Chura is a driven entrepreneur who sees a messy world and doesn't mind getting his hands dirty. From the Ford assembly line to the CEO of two successful automotive digital marketing and sales companies, Joe knows what it means to put in his dues and create opportunities for himself.
His newest venture, Go Brewing, is quickly becoming a hub for a growing community of beer enthusiasts...
2023-01-3156 min
The Wise ExitSelling Two Digital Marketing Platforms to Cars.com | Joe ChuraE14: Today we have a special guest and good friend of Exitwise, Joe Chura.Joe has had an incredible entrepreneurial journey starting on the Ford Motor Company assembly line to founding two automotive digital marketing platforms, which he sold to cars.com in 2018 for a walk off home run outcome. Joe is an exceptional leader, marketer and lifelong learner who has taken on many different challenges well beyond the businesses he's most widely known for.He's recently run a marathon, hosts an incredible podcast called, Not Almost There, and he recently launched a new non-alcoholic...
2022-12-071h 16
Not Almost ThereCreating the Iron Cowboy with World Record Holder James LawrenceJames Lawrence, "The Iron Cowboy," and Joe sit down to discuss many topics, including a part of his story that isn't well known, Ironman training, mental toughness, and so much more.
More info at
https://www.notalmostthere.com
https://www.gobrewing.com
https://www.ironcowboy.com/
https://chicagosep.com/contact-patrick-quinn/
2022-11-2351 min
Not Almost ThereFocus On The Process with Daniel Cnossen, Navy Seal and OlympianDan Cnossen is a Navy Seal, Paralympic gold Medalist, and leadership guru. Dan became a Navy Seal in 2003. Over the next six years, Dan was deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan and rose in rank to become the officer-in-charge of an 18-man SEAL platoon. In 2009, Dan was deployed to Afghanistan, into an area of heavy combat. There, on a night mission in the mountains, he stepped on an IED, losing both legs in the blast. He would later be awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor. As part of his rehab, he was introduced to the s...
2022-08-081h 19
The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For EntrepreneursFrom Assembly Line Worker To CEO | Joe ChuraJoin Nick Lamagna as he sits down with guest Joe Chura, CIO of Cars.com, entrepreneur, host of the "Not Almost There" Podcast and Jiu Jitsu practitioner who has one of the most inpsiring self made stories you will hear. Joe started "Launch Digital Marketing" and "Dealer Insprire" now boasting over 800 employees and over 3000 clients. He has started and sold businesses and created an excellent reputation which has lead to a successful podcast & live events such as "Refuel" which have seen some of the biggest names in business, motivation and leadership including Jocko Willink, Jesse Itzler and Ji...
2022-05-031h 12
Not Almost ThereThe Science of Motivation with Author, PhD Professor at the University of Chicago, and Past President of the Society for the Study of Motivation, Ayelet FishbachAyelet Fishbach PhD, is the Professor of Behavioral Science and Marketing at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and the past president of the Society for the Study of Motivation and the International Social Cognition Network (ISCON). She is an expert on motivation and decision making and the author of Get it Done: Surprising Lessons from the Science of Motivation. Ayelet’s groundbreaking research on human motivation has won her several international awards, including the Society of Experimental Social Psychology’s Best Dissertation Award and Career Trajectory Award, and the Fulbright Educational Foundation Award.
IN THIS...
2022-04-271h 03
Decidedly I Decision Tips for Business OwnersEP.32 HIGHLIGHT I Joe Chura I Deciding You're Not Almost ThereThis episode is a highlight clip from this week’s full episode. To listen to the full episode, see yesterday’s episode or use this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49418385/download.mp3Joe Chura, Chief Innovation Officer of Cars.com and host of the Not Almost There podcast, joins the show to share his experience creating, leading, and selling two of the fastest-growing companies in America. This episode discusses key decisions a business owner must make when selling their business and stepping into a new chapter.How can you transform your...
2022-04-1511 min
Decidedly I Decision Tips for Business OwnersEp.32 I Joe Chura I Deciding You're Not Almost There: The Journey of Selling a BusinessJoe Chura, Chief Innovation Officer of Cars.com and host of the Not Almost There podcast, joins the show to share his experience creating, leading, and selling two of the fastest-growing companies in America. This episode discusses key decisions a business owner must make when selling their business and stepping into a new chapter.How can you transform your success into significance as you go through a major life transition?CONNECT WITH USDecidedlyPodcast.comInstagram: @decidedlypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn’s Instagram: @shawn_d_smithSa...
2022-04-1351 min
A Productive ConversationJoe Chura talks about being Not Almost ThereJoe Chura is an entrepreneur, inventor, and investor philanthropist. He founded and bootstrapped two companies, Launch Digital Marketing and Dealer Inspire, that both became two of the fastest growing companies in America, earning the #39 spot on the Inc. 500 and #5 ranking on Crain’s Chicago Fast 50. In 2018, Joe sold both businesses to Cars.com in Chicago’s largest acquisition of the year, and he continues to lead their growth and innovation today as CEO. Joe’s passion is using his leadership and health and fitness experiences to help others achieve their goals, which led him to start his podcast, Not Almost Th...
2022-03-1644 min
Not Almost ThereFind A Way with Amy Purdy three-time World Cup para-snowboard gold medalistAmy Purdy is the top-ranked female adaptive snowboarder in the U.S., a three-time World Cup para-snowboard gold medalist, the 2014 Paralympic bronze medalist, and the founder of Adaptive Action Sports, a nonprofit organization that helps youth, young adults, and wounded veterans with physical disabilities get involved with action sports. She is a professional motivational speaker who has been featured at both TEDx and Pop Tech and is also an actress, model, dancer, clothing designer, and experienced product spokesperson. Amy was the breakout star and a finalist on season 18 of Dancing with the Stars.
IN THIS EPISODE…Amy sha...
2022-03-121h 07
Not Almost ThereBuilding Good Habits with Wendy WoodDr. Wendy Wood is a best-selling author and Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California. Given her research over the past 30 years, she is widely considered the world's scientific expert on habit formation and change. She has published over 100 articles, and her research has been supported by Proctor & Gamble, National Science Foundation, the Templeton Foundation, and the Radcliffe Institute. She is the author of Good Habits, Bad Habits. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, Washington Post, on radio shows like Freakanomics, and in podcasts like the People’s Pharmacy. A...
2022-02-1951 min
Not Almost ThereNot Done Yet with Emmy Award Winner Alan KrasheskyAlan Krashesky is an Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist. As ABC 7's primary news anchor, he currently co-anchors three of ABC 7's top-rated weekday newscasts at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 10 p.m. Among Chicago's most trusted news anchors, Krashesky is well-known and respected for both his news anchoring and news reporting. Every newscast he has anchored has consistently been rated No. 1 in the Chicago market. He joined ABC 7 as a general assignment reporter in 1982. Krashesky's reporting in Chicago and abroad has earned high praise. He has earned numerous Chicago Midwest Emmy Awards and a Chicago Headline Club Peter Lisagor...
2022-02-021h 21
Not Almost ThereLeadership with Jocko Willink, Navy Seal Commander, Author and EntrepreneurJocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Extreme Ownership, Dichotomy of Leadership, host of the top-rated Jocko Podcast, and co-founder of Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor. Jocko spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, starting as an enlisted SEAL and rising through the ranks to become a SEAL officer. Jocko returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams. There, he spearheaded the development of leadership training and personally instructed and mentored the next...
2022-01-1756 min
Not Almost ThereMake a Change with the Legend Tony HawkTony Hawk is a professional skateboarder and actor. He started at the age of nine when he got his older brother’s blue fiberglass skateboard. He used to practice at the now-defunct Oasis Skatepark at the age of 12, performing maneuvers well beyond his age. By the time he was 16 years old, he had become a professional skateboarder. With time, he was able to start his own skateboarding company called ‘BirdHouse,’ along with compatriot Per Welinder. He also initiated his own series of video games, 16 titles of which have been released since 1999. Through his own YouTube channel called Ride, he hosts...
2021-12-3129 min
Not Almost ThereI‘m Possible with Richard Antione WhiteRichard Antoine White is an author, inspirational speaker, and professional musician. He is currently the principal tubist of the Santa Fe Symphony and is in his 10th season as principal tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic. He's also the first African American musician in the United States to earn a doctorate in tuba performance and is now a professor of tuba at the University of New Mexico. With over two decades of performing on the world’s classical music stages, tubist Richard White has matured into a musician known for his clear sound and stylistic flexibility. He began his tu...
2021-12-2358 min
Not Almost ThereNo Limit Running with Eric DeeterEric Deeter is an ultramarathon runner, podcaster, Mindset coach, and an advocate for running barefoot. Eric Deeter didn’t set out to run ultramarathons. He was trying to break out of the limiting beliefs that had limited his success for decades. He’d read all the self-help books. Attended mastermind seminars. Written and recited positive affirmations, but nothing worked. Then, in 2017, he learned a simple meditation that helped him unwind the stories of false humility lodged in his subconscious. He achieved his weight-loss goal that had eluded him for 15 years all through ChiRunning. The next day he ran his firs...
2021-12-1347 min
Not Almost ThereAuthentically Giving Back with Bridget HiltonBridget Hilton is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and inspirational speaker. With 20 years of experience as a designer and marketer, Bridget has built 8-figure businesses while traveling the world giving back. She is passionate about sharing her experiences and inspiring others to live a more fulfilling life. She co-founded her company LSTN in 2012 to create the world's first inspirational electronics company which has helped more than 50,000 people receive hearing aids through their proceeds. Her efforts have been featured on Good Morning America, Today Show, and the New York Times. Most recently she is developing a new company called, Experiential Billionaire where...
2021-12-0648 min
Not Almost ThereDeveloping Your Attributes with Navy Seal Commander Rich DivineyRich Diviney is a former Navy SEAL Commander, best-selling author, and a widely sought-after speaker and consultant. Rich served over 21 years with 13 overseas deployments, 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. Throughout his career, he has achieved multiple leadership positions, including the Commanding Officer of a Navy SEAL Command. Rich was also involved in a specialized SEAL selection process, which whittled a group of hundreds of extraordinary SpecOps candidates down to a handful of the most elite performers. He began to see that surprising core attributes—including cunning, adaptability, courage, even narcissism— determine how resilient or tenacious we are. This...
2021-11-281h 46
Not Almost ThereAchieving Gut Bliss with Dr. Robynne ChutkanDr. Robynne Chutkan is a gastroenterologist and the best-selling author of Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, and The Bloat Cure, and founded the Digestive Center for Wellness. Dr. Chutkan received her medical degree from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, where she also did her internship and residency and served as Chief Resident. She completed her fellowship in gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and has been on the faculty at Georgetown University Hospital since 1997. She has been asked to serve as a medical consultant and on-air talent for the Discover Health Channel; she is...
2021-11-221h 12
Decide It's Your Turn®: The PodcastHow to Build a Successful Business with Joe ChuraStarting a business today is not so different than it was 100 years ago. You still need to find an audience, build a product that people want, and then sell that product to the audience. That's never changed. What has changed, however, is how you market yourself in a digital world.In today’s episode, Joe Chura joins Christina to discuss how to build a successful business online using search engine optimization strategies, among other things. Joe began his career on the Ford assembly line at age 20, where he would read his college textbooks between building cars. With a...
2021-11-181h 00
Not Almost ThereFind Your Path with Lucas RockwoodLucas Rockwood is the founder of Absolute Yoga Academy and Yogabody Fitness. With a formal yoga training background in Hot Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Gravity Yoga, and the Yoga Trapeze, Lucas has studied with some of the most well-respected teachers on the planet. Lucas founded Absolute Yoga Academy in 2006, one of the top 10 yoga teacher training schools in the world with 2,000 certified teachers (and counting) and courses in Thailand, Holland, the United Kingdom, and the Philippines. In 2013, Lucas founded Yogabody Fitness, a revolutionary new yoga studio business model that pays teachers a living wage and demystifies yoga by making the...
2021-11-1455 min
Not Almost ThereUnbeatable Mindset with Heather ParilloHeather Parillo is the 20th woman in history to complete the Kokoro crucible; she is the CEO of IFLY Integrative Leadership and Unbeatable Mind Coach. Bringing more than 20 years of experience in the Service, Fitness, and Hospitality industries, she is a multifaceted visionary senior executive, integrator, coach, trainer, facilitator, relationship expert, and turnaround artist with a solid track record of leading individuals, teams, and companies to their stated goals. Heather held previous positions as Chief Experience Officer of The Live Well Brand, a vacation rental, concierge service, and lifestyle brand with headquarters in Florida. She is seasoned at leading...
2021-11-131h 05
Not Almost ThereSupercharge Your Brain with Jim KwikJIM KWIK is a New York Times Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, and International Speaker. After suffering a brain injury at the age of 5, he thought he was useless and a worthless person. But one day when he met the father of a friend, he found out that he was not worthless and then he started reading what he loves and kept focusing on the concept of “how to learn something”, and he started investing his focus in learning. After years of slowly investing, he learned how to become an expert in speed-reading, brain performance, memory improvement, and accelerated learning. He i...
2021-11-011h 26
The Ultramarathon Mindset: Trail TalkEp. 68 : Not Almost There - Joe ChuraFor this week my guest is Joe Chura who is a podcaster, runner and entrepreneur. Joe started out as an auto factory worker. But he had a mindset to grow, and he decided that he wanted more from his life. Hiis journey to be an ultramarathon runner began before he even put on his running shoes.He stopped playing defense every day and started to play offense. He stopped prioritizing the things he had to do for others and started putting first things first.
2021-10-2756 min
Not Almost ThereClimbing Your Own Mountain with World Record Holder Lucy WestlakeLucy Westlake is the youngest person to climb all 50 high points in the United States, she is an adventurer, explorer, endurance athlete, runner, triathlete, mountaineer, and motivational speaker; she dreams big, sets goals, and works hard to accomplish them. Lucy has been climbing mountains since she could walk. She has a deep love for the outdoors and pushes her physical and mental limits to new heights. Lucy began her high-pointing adventure, climbing to the top of every state’s highest mountain, at the age of seven when she and her family visited Black Mountain in Kentucky. Looking at the US...
2021-10-251h 02
Not Almost ThereLiving A Life Of Purpose with Kevin HekmatKevin Hekmat started his career working with IN-Q, Cal Fussman, and Alex Banayan to name a few. He has helped sell out theaters and produce global events. During the pandemic, even though he has a love and deep friendships with his performers, Kevin also looked inward and focused on his passion for wellness, and his ability to help others shift how we respond to stress – and bring more happiness, productivity, and communication to teams around the world. Kevin began studying with the HeartMath Institute where he became certified. He uses over 30 years of research from the Institute to share a...
2021-10-191h 25
Not Almost ThereBeyond Happiness with Jenn LimJenn Lim is the CEO and Chief Happiness Officer (CHO) of Delivering Happiness (DH), a company she and Tony Hsieh co-founded to show how you can prioritize purpose, people, and profits to make an impact on the world. In 2010, Jenn led the launch and management of Tony’s first book, Delivering Happiness, which sold over 1 million copies, and hit #1 on The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. It was also voted one of the best business books by NPR, Amazon, and Inc. Magazine. With the book’s success, DH evolved into the world’s first coach|sulting® company...
2021-10-1154 min
Not Almost ThereBecoming A Spartan with Joe Chura, Heather Chura, Bruce Etzcorn and Jon RieckmannIN THIS EPISODE… Joe sits down with his wife Heather Chura, and two of his friends, Jon Rieckmann (first-place finisher in his age division & eighth overall), and Bruce Etzcorn. These are a couple of the people from his crew that competed in the Spartan Ultra and Spartan Beast challenges in Lake Tahoe. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this event, the Spartan Ultra merges the sport of obstacle course racing along with 50K courses and 60 obstacles to create a truly unique and brutal challenge. This is a serious ultra-distance athletic challenge. This incredible group of athletes shar...
2021-10-0359 min
Not Almost ThereThe Power Of Presence with Kristi HedgesKristi Hedges is a senior leadership coach with a specialty in executive communications, and the author of the Amazon bestseller The Power of Presence and The Inspiration Code. Her workshops and coaching programs have been utilized by CEOs and teams in organizations from the Fortune 10 to entrepreneurial ventures to nonprofits. She runs her own coaching practice, The Hedges Company, and is a founding partner in the leadership development firm, Element North. Kristi delivers keynotes to audiences around the world on topics at the intersection of communication and leadership. Kristi writes about leadership for Harvard Business Review and Forbes and...
2021-10-0156 min
Not Almost ThereBurn it Down with Ben Mollin of The Ben Mollin Project and Shear GeniusBen Mollin's story is incredible. From life-long medical impairments to dealing with depression and attempted suicide to becoming a rockstar hairdresser on a reality tv show. He has broken down every barrier put in his way, and fear is no longer in his vocabulary.
Ben Mollin is an award-winning speaker, 2-time Ironman finisher, ultramarathon runner, an internationally recognized hairdresser, and an internationally recognized leader in personal development and peak performance strategies. He has been teaching entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders, and people from all walks of life how to create the life they desire. In 2007, Ben made his...
2021-09-191h 04
Not Almost ThereHow to lose the Quarantine-15 with Nutrition Expert, John Brooks + BONUS Challenge🤼♂️John Brooks is a Certified Sports Nutritionist with the International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN) and Precision Nutrition (level 1) certified and has a B.S. in Biology from DePaul University and an M.S. in Nutrition & Wellness from Benedictine University. He has over 15 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. Much of that time was spent in the supplement industry, and as a result, John has a vast knowledge about supplements and the evidence for and against using various ones. John is the founder of Nutrition 361, which is based in suburban Chicago and works with people all over the...
2021-09-141h 09
Not Almost ThereIf Not Now, When? The Re·Learn Series with Joe Chura🎧 Joe Chura is an entrepreneur, inventor, and investor philanthropist. He founded and bootstrapped two companies, Launch Digital Marketing and Dealer Inspire, which both became two of the fastest-growing companies in America, earning the #39 spot on the Inc. 500 and #5 ranking on Crain’s Chicago Fast 50. In 2018, Joe sold both businesses to Cars.com in Chicago’s largest acquisition of the year, and he continues to lead their growth and innovation today as CEO. Joe’s passion is using his leadership and health and fitness experiences to help others achieve their goals, including starting an event REFUEL in December 2017, the Not Almost Th...
2021-09-0822 min
Not Almost ThereDedicate Yourself with Pete DavisPETE DAVIS is a civic advocate from Falls Church, Virginia. He works on projects aimed at deepening American democracy and solidarity. Pete is the co-founder of the Democracy Policy Network, a state policy organization focused on raising up ideas that deepen democracy. In 2015, he cofounded Getaway, a company that provides simple, unplugged escapes to tiny cabins outside of major cities. His Harvard Law School graduation speech, “A Counterculture of Commitment,” has been viewed more than 30 million times.
IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Pete talk about the concept that we are part of a generation that was told to kee...
2021-08-3052 min
Not Almost ThereMood Follows Action with Rich RollRICH ROLL A graduate of Stanford University and Cornell Law School, Rich is a 50-year old, accomplished vegan ultra-endurance athlete and former entertainment attorney turned full-time wellness & plant-based nutrition advocate, popular public speaker, husband, father of 4, and inspiration to people worldwide as a transformative example of courageous and healthy living. In 2012, Rich became a #1 bestselling author with the publication of his inspirational memoir Finding Ultra: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World’s Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself. Taking up where the book leaves off, in 2013 Rich launched the wildly popular Rich Roll Podcast, which persistently sits atop th...
2021-08-241h 40
Not Almost ThereAll I See Is Gold with Olympic Gold Medalist Jordan BurroughsJORDAN BURROUGHS Olympic Gold Medalist, 4x World Champion, 2x Olympian, Husband, Dad. Jordan is an American freestyle wrestler and graduated folkstyle wrestler who competes at 74 kilograms. In freestyle, he is the 2012 Olympic Gold medalist, a four-time World Champion (seven-time medalist), three-time Pan American Games Gold medalist, four-time Pan American champion, and four-time US Open National Champion, making the US World or Olympic Team on nine occasions. In folkstyle, Burroughs was a two–time NCAA Division I champion for the Nebraska Cornhuskers and was awarded the Dan Hodge Trophy (equivalent to the Heisman Trophy) in 2012. Burroughs is widely known for hi...
2021-08-1658 min
Not Almost ThereThe Streets Less Traveled with Former Gang Leader Curtis TolerCURTIS TOLER is a Chicago native and former leader of one of the city’s most notorious street gangs, Curtis serves as Director of Outreach for Chicago Cred. He is committed to impacting the culture of violence in Chicago by linking at-risk young men with chances to reset their lives through job training and permanent employment opportunities. Before joining CRED, Curtis was a gang intervention specialist and a spokesman for the peacemakers at the Faith Community of St. Sabastian’s Church. A member of the Community Justice Task Force and a Chicago Gang Historian, Curtis has received recognition from the...
2021-08-091h 25
Not Almost ThereAgainst All Odds with Brian ReyeltBrian Reyelt is an award-winning executive chef and restauranteur for over 20 years. Brian graduated magnum cum laude from Johnson & Wales Culinary University where he studied the business side as well as the cooking side of the food world. He was invited to cook at the James Beard House, and has successfully opened several restaurants, with his first restaurant opening before he was 30 years old. Most impressively, Brian overcame his toxic relationship with alcohol. He went through years where he went down a slippery slope until he found himself in a situation that demanded change. Now he is over 4 years...
2021-08-021h 18
Not Almost ThereDecide It's Your Turn with Former Pro Golfer and Confidence Coach Christina Lecuyer⛳️ Christina Lecuyer is a former Professional Golfer, a three-time reality television competitor, Confidence + Mindset Coach, and Founder of Women with C.L.A.S.S. Mastermind, as well as Decide It’s Your Turn™. As a former professional golfer and host, Christina has helped raise millions of dollars for charity and used her skills as a human connection specialist to facilitate business relationships via the golf course. Her clients include Forbes list CEOs, Wall Street executives, and numerous global charities. Christina’s mission in life is to empower people to fully live in their purpose, confidently and successfully.
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2021-07-2656 min
Not Almost ThereHigh Conflict with NY Times Best Selling Author and Journalist Amanda Ripley🤼♂️ AMANDA RIPLEY is a New York Times bestselling author and an investigative journalist for The Atlantic and other magazines. Her books include High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out, The Smartest Kids in the World: And How They Got That Way, and The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes—and Why. Ripley spent a decade writing about human behavior for Time magazine in New York, Washington, and Paris. Her stories helped Time win two National Magazine Awards.
→IN THIS EPISODE…Joe and Amanda discuss conflict; the different types, which conflict is good and which i...
2021-07-1847 min
Not Almost ThereExpect the Expected with NFL, MLB and NBA Mindset Coach Russ Rausch🏃♂️ RUSS RAUSCH is the Founder of Vision Pursue or VP. VP helps individuals and organizations create a Performance Mindset through their training and mobile app. Before founding Vision Pursue. Russ has worked with countless athletes in the NFL, NBA, PGA, and the Olympics. These are top athletes with an incredible amount of stress and pressure. Russ was the COO at the hedge fund Emil van Essen. Before that he was part of the executive team that took the trading software firm, Trading Technologies, Inc. (TT), from a 20-person startup to a 650-person global company as CFO, CIO, and EVP of Global...
2021-07-1459 min
Not Almost ThereThe Genius of Athletes with Dr.Noel Brick🏃♂️ Dr. Noel Brick is a professor, ultra runner, and most recently a published author. Co-authored with Scott Douglas, The Genius of Athletes focuses on successful athletes who have a toolkit of mental strategies that help them to perform at their best. The book expounds on how, once learned, these techniques can be adapted to overcome challenges in everyday life. Currently, Noel is working on his second book and is a lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Ulster University. He completed an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Limerick in 1997, an MSc in Sport and Exerci...
2021-07-071h 39
Muscle for Life with Mike MatthewsEp. #770: How Joe Chura Used Bigger Leaner Stronger to Lose Over 50 PoundsIn this podcast, I interview Joe Chura, who used what he learned in Bigger Leaner Stronger to get healthy and fit, and improve his well-being.Before finding my work, Joe was climbing the ranks in the automotive industry and building his own dealership company, Dealer Inspire. Unfortunately, while he was successfully growing his business, he neglected his health, and things started to deteriorate.Between drinking a lot of alcohol, not making time to exercise, and work stress, he was more than 50 pounds overweight and developed health issues like WPW syndrome and had to have back...
2021-07-0256 min
Not Almost ThereGut Check with Melissa Hanson🥬Melissa Hanson is a health and nutrition coach and social media influencer. She has been able to help over 5,000 people ditch their poor eating habits and live healthier lifestyles. Melissa started her career as a massage therapist and planning retreats focused on mindfulness and healthy eating for small groups. Melissa quickly realized she could reach the masses through her inspiring Instagram and posting her health coaching tips on social platforms so people from all over the world can tune in and feel like part of her community. Melissa not only talks about the importance of healthy eating, but she als...
2021-06-281h 07
Not Almost ThereMid Year Recap with Joe Chura, Chadd Wright, Jesse Itzler, Maysoon Ziyad, JP Dinnell and others🎧 Joe Chura is an entrepreneur, inventor, and investor philanthropist. He founded and bootstrapped two companies, Launch Digital Marketing and Dealer Inspire, which both became two of the fastest-growing companies in America, earning the #39 spot on the Inc. 500 and #5 ranking on Crain’s Chicago Fast 50. In 2018, Joe sold both businesses to Cars.com in Chicago’s largest acquisition of the year, and he continues to lead their growth and innovation today as CEO. Joe’s passion is using his leadership and health and fitness experiences to help others achieve their goals, including starting an event REFUEL in December 2017, the Not Almost Th...
2021-06-2347 min
Not Almost ThereCOVID-19 Q&A with Dr. Robert Murphy👨⚕️Dr. Robert L. Murphy is the Executive Director for the Institute for Global Health, as well as head of infectious diseases at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. He has been with Northwestern for over 40 years, and when he began his tenure at Northwestern, he saw the first reported AIDs patient in Chicago. He also started one of the first AIDS clinics in Chicago. Dr. Murphy’s main focus on his life’s work has been HIV infection, viral hepatitis, antiviral drug development, and global health research. Dr. Robert Murphy has been the guest expert regarding COVID-19 questions and update on WGN mornin...
2021-06-151h 03
Not Almost ThereThinner. Leaner. Stronger. with Mike Matthews🔥 Mike Matthews is an author, fitness evangelist, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Mike operates with the belief that every person can achieve the body of his or her dreams. He is the bestselling author of the books, “Bigger, Leaner, Stronger”, “Thinner, Leaner, Stronger”, and “The Shredded Chef”, which combined have sold over 1.5 million. Mike is also the host of the Muscle For Life podcast, as well as the founder of Legion Athletics. Mike has used his simple and science-based approaches to fitness and health, building muscle, losing body fat, and gaining strength, to help thousands of people across the world achieve their best bodie...
2021-06-081h 28
Not Almost ThereRest with Alex Soojung-Kim Pang Ph.D😴 Alex Soojung-Kim Pang’s academic training is in history and sociology of science, a field that blends history, anthropology, and sociology. His research uses ethnography, interviews, historical case studies, and literary analysis (and whatever other tools are lying around) to understand users and their worlds. Alex started his career studying people, technologies, and the worlds they make. Since 2000 he has worked as a technology forecaster and futurist, helping companies understand new technologies and global trends, and their strategic and business implications. His research and consulting opportunities lead Alex to become an author. Most recently he wrote, SHORTER: work better, smart...
2021-05-311h 31
Not Almost ThereMan in the Arena with Chadd Wright🏔 Chadd Wright is a motivational speaker, business owner, entrepreneur, and retired Navy SEAL who served as a Navy SEAL master training specialist and instructor for 12 years. When he retired in 2019, he also started the 3-OF-7 Project together with his brother, Blake Wright, which is a project dedicated to assisting people in becoming the best version of themselves. Chad also continues to push himself with new goals as an ultramarathoner, with completing and winning events such as The Revenant, Mid State Mile, and Single Track Maniac.
→IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Chadd talk briefly about Joe’s experience...
2021-05-231h 22
Not Almost ThereMind over Matter with Alex Hutchinson : Part Two🏃♂️ Alex Hutchinson is an Author with a Master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, a physicist with a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge. Aside from academia, he is also a professional athlete with credentials as a two-time finalist in the 1,500 meters at the Canadian Olympic Trials. Today he writes about the science of endurance for Runner’s World and Outside, while frequently contributing to little-known publications like the New York Times, The New Yorker, and Toronto’s Globe and Mail. FiveThirtyEight recently named him one of their “favorite running science geeks” and he was also one of only two reporte...
2021-05-1755 min
Not Almost ThereMind Over Matter with Alex Hutchinson : Part OneAlex Hutchinson is a NY Times Best Selling Author with a Master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, a physicist with a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge. Aside from academia, he is also a professional athlete with credentials as a two-time finalist in the 1,500 meters at the Canadian Olympic Trials. Today he writes about the science of endurance for Runner’s World and Outside, while frequently contributing to little-known publications like the New York Times, The New Yorker, and Toronto’s Globe and Mail. FiveThirtyEight recently named him one of their “favorite running science geeks” and he was als...
2021-05-1156 min
Not Almost ThereLove Good Fats with Suzie YorkeSuzie Yorke launched a rocket ship food start-up brand Love Good Fats that just exceeded $100mil in Revenue and is just over 3 years! 🚀🚀🚀🚀 A proud mom, partner 🏳️🌈, former Marketing CPG Executive and now, first-time entrepreneur (at age 50!) on a fierce mission to spread the word that fat is back and sugar it out. 11x Ironman athlete, cyclist, marathon runner. Award winner: 2020 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award and 2019 Top 100 Most Powerful Women Award. Suzie’s brand Mission is to play a key role in getting North Americans to eat more healthy fats, less sugar, feel great, and living healthier lives. Finally, fat is back!
2021-05-031h 01
Big Questions with Cal FussmanJoe Chura: 15 Seconds To MillionsCal hears the story of a man who leveraged 15 empty seconds on an automotive assembly line to create businesses that have made many, many, many millions. The formula that Joe Chura, CEO of Dealer Inspire, has developed can be applied by anybody, and Cal is going to use it on his quest to reshape healthcare. Listen up, and change your life.
2021-04-271h 07
Not Almost ThereLaziness Does Not Exist with Dr. Devon Price 📄 Dr. Devon Price Dr. Devon Price is a social psychologist, writer, activist, and professor at Loyola University of Chicago’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Price’s work has appeared in numerous publications such as Vox, Slate, The Rumpus, NPR, and HuffPost and has been featured on the front page of Medium innumerable times. Their first book, LAZINESS DOES NOT EXIST, was published in January 2021 to critical acclaim.
→IN THIS EPISODE… In this episode, Joe discusses with Dr. Devon Price the laziness paradox and if laziness, in fact, exists. Dr. Devon gives Joe actionable tips on how t...
2021-04-261h 06
Not Almost ThereHow to Maximize Your Productivity with Mike Vardy✅Mike Vardy is an author, speaker, and productivity and time management strategist (or 'productivityist') based out of Victoria, BC, Canada. He is the author of "The Front Nine: How to Start the Year You Want Anytime You Want," and has also self-published several eBooks, most recently "The Productivityist Playbook." Mike has been performing for 12 years -- and has given talks on productivity, time, and task management at TEDxVictoria, Social Media Camp, New Media Expo, and South by Southwest. He has also facilitated workshops related to tasks, time, projects, and goal management. Mike has also produced and hosted several podcasts ov...
2021-04-201h 36
Not Almost ThereFinding Mindfulness with Alison CanavanAlison Canavan is a UCLA-trained Mindfulness Facilitator from The Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behaviour. She runs a successful private practice as a Health and Wellness coach and delivers motivational talks on health and wellbeing, all over the world, specializing in behavior change, mental health, addiction, and improving your mindset. Alison was a successful international model for nearly two decades and in recent years has devoted her time to her greatest passion: the achievement of true health and wellbeing for herself and others. Alison is passionate about human potential and helping people to reach theirs; she attained a...
2021-04-121h 18
Not Almost ThereChanging Your Perspective with IN-Q🎤IN-Q is an award-winning poet, multi-platinum songwriter, and the best-selling author of Inquire Within. His groundbreaking achievements include being named to Oprah’s SuperSoul 100 list of the world’s most influential thought leaders and being featured on A&E, ESPN, and HBO’s Def Poetry Jam. He has written with renowned artists including Aloe Blacc, Miley Cyrus, Mike Posner, ZHU, and Foster the People. Nike, Instagram, Spotify, Google, Zappos, Lululemon, Live Nation, Shazam, The Grammy Foundation, and many more have brought IN-Q in to motivate their teams through his keynote performances and transformational storytelling workshops. Ultimately IN-Q writes to entertain...
2021-04-0559 min
Not Almost ThereGetting Ripped In Your 40's with John Brooks🤼♂️John Brooks is a Certified Sports Nutritionist with the International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN) and Precision Nutrition (level 1) certified and has a B.S. in Biology from DePaul University and an M.S. in Nutrition & Wellness from Benedictine University. He has over 15 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. Much of that time was spent in the supplement industry, and as a result, John has a vast knowledge about supplements and the evidence for and against using various ones. John is the founder of Nutrition 361, which is based in suburban Chicago and works with people all over the...
2021-03-281h 14
Not Almost TherePrioritize Your Health with Angela Manuel Davis🚴🏽♀️Angel Manuel Davis is an international fitness evangelist and motivational coach. As a former member of the USA Track and Field Team, Angela was a five-time All-American who held world rankings in the 100-meter dash. Angela was also an Olympic Trials semi-finalist, a member of the World Championship team, and a professional runner for Nike. In 2014, Angela appeared on and was a part of the national arena tour. Born into a sports family, Angela’s father Jerry Manuel played, coached, and managed baseball in the MLB. Drive, determination, and a competitive spirit were instilled in Angela from an early age. Angela has...
2021-03-2251 min
Not Almost ThereDon't Bury Your Goals with Ben NemtinBen Nemtin is a Canadian producer, writer, speaker, and television personality. Ben Nemtin was born in Victoria, British Columbia. After graduating high school, Nemtin was selected as a member of the Under 19 Canadian national rugby team and earned academic and athletic scholarships to attend the University of Victoria. At University, fed up with the monotony of day-to-day life, Nemtin and his friends set out on a two-week road trip with a camera and a borrowed RV to complete a list of "100 things to do before you die." Along their journey, they asked people the question, "What do you want...
2021-03-1551 min
Not Almost ThereBe Who You Want To Be with Maysoon ZayidMaysoon Zayid is an actress, comedian, writer, and disability advocate. She is the co-founder/co-executive producer of the New York Arab American Comedy Festival, The Muslim Funny Fest, and has one of the most viewed TedTalks, with over 11 million views. As a professional comedian, Maysoon has performed in top New York clubs and has toured extensively in the US and abroad. She was a headliner on the Arabs Gone Wild Comedy Tour, and The Muslims Are Coming Tour. Maysoon appeared alongside Adam Sandler in You Don’t Mess with the Zohan and has written for VICE. She walked in Ne...
2021-03-0826 min
Not Almost ThereHow to Never Forget a Name with Nelson DellisNelson Charles Dellis is an American memory athlete, although he won’t call himself that. His titles include Grandmaster of Memory, mountaineer, published author, public speaker, and consultant. He is a four-time USA Memory Champion, tying the record for most wins of the national memory champion title. He is also one of the co-founders of Memory League (formerly, Extreme Memory Tournament). Nelson also runs Climb 4 Memory - a nonprofit which aims to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer's disease research through mountain climbs around the world.
→IN THIS EPISODE… Joe discusses with 4x USA Memory Champ, N...
2021-03-0149 min
Not Almost ThereThe Third Door with Alex Banayan🚪Alex Banayan, author, interview guru, and speaker. Throughout his unprecedented journey, Banayan’s research led him to interview the most innovative leaders of the past half-century, including Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, Larry King, Maya Angelou, Steve Wozniak, Jane Goodall, Jessica Alba, Quincy Jones, and more. Alex is also the youngest bestselling business author in American history. The Third Door chronicles Banayan’s seven-year quest to uncover the definitive mindset of exponential growth and success. Alex was also named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list and Business Insider’s “Most Powerful People Under 30,” Banayan is his generation’s leading expert in high-performance and personal deve...
2021-02-221h 17
Not Almost ThereThink Like a Navy Seal with JP DinnellJP Dinnell is a former Navy SEAL and was sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser. J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, in Charlie Platoon. He is a true American Hero. Upon his return, J.P. connected and partnered with Jocko Wilnik’s organization, Echelon Front, helping rebuild and enhance corporate/life/leadership training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. He serves as Director of Tactical Training Programs, leadership instructor, spea...
2021-02-141h 02
Contagious ConversationsNADA Special Ep. 1 - Welcome to Clubhouse + NADAJoin Kyle Mountsier, Joe Chura, Tim Cox, and Chip Perry as they look back over 2020 and look forward to 2021 in the automotive industry. This is a 6 part series in conjunction with NADA Show 2021 and one part of the missing piece of personal connection we all miss from in-person conferences. Join the conversation!
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2021-02-101h 06
Not Almost ThereThe Power of Communication with Cal Fussman Cal Fussman is an American journalist and author. He was a writer at large for Esquire magazine, known for the What I've Learned column, where he interviews leaders in various fields, which have included Larry King, Robert Duvall, Robert De Niro, Julio Ceasar Chavez, Al Pacino, George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Bruce Springsteen, Barbara Walters, Serena Williams, John Wooden, and Muhammad Ali to name a few.
Cal has the gift to ask the right questions, which has taken him on adventures all over the world. He has met and learned a great deal from those he has the...
2021-02-081h 59
Success Trails PodcastJoe Chura:"Build it yourself, hire to scale"In this episode I talk to Joe Chura who began his career on the Ford assembly line at age 20, reading his college textbooks seconds at a time in between building cars. Over the next decade Joe gained experience at many different levels in the automotive industry — including Ford Marketing and Sales, dealership General Manager, and BDC Manager. With a passion for both computer programming and selling cars, Joe co-founded Dealer Inspire (DI) to build new solutions to help dealers win. In a few short years, Dealer Inspire has grown to 600 employees serving over 3,000 clients and 27 OEM brands with game-changing in...
2021-02-0258 min
Not Almost ThereLead from the Front with Greg AmundsonGreg Amundson has spent nearly twenty years in Military and Law Enforcement service to include details as a Special Weapons and Tactics Team Operator (SWAT) and Sniper in Santa Cruz County, a Captain in the United States Army, a Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on the Southwest Border and an Agent on the highly effective Border Enforcement Security Taskforce (BEST) Team.
A former owner of the nation’s first CrossFit gym, Greg has traveled around the world teaching functional fitness and self-mastery principles for over nineteen years. Greg is the founder of the CrossFit Go...
2021-02-011h 08
Not Almost ThereChoose Your Hard with Patty MorrisseyPatty Morrissey is the Founder and Head Coach at Clear & Cultivate and creator of The Clear & Cultivate Method™. She was also one of the first KonMari® consultants in the US. She has an undergraduate degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work. An obsession with self-improvement and furthering the common good is the thread throughout her dynamic career in social work, higher education, tech startups, philanthropy, and consulting.
Patty applies her experience in clinical social work to unpack both the physical and emotional stuff that's getting in your way so that you can become the pe...
2021-01-2559 min
Unscheduled Maintenance"Digital retailing has taken on a completely new meaning"Dealer Inspire CEO Joe Chura joins Steve to discuss digital retailing and gives helpful, actionable advice for how dealers can thrive in this new normal. Consumers have spoken: digital retailing is here to stay.
2021-01-2122 min
Not Almost ThereStart at One Mile with Mirna ValerioMirna is an ultra runner, mountain biker, blogger, author, Mom, and so much more. She started Fat Girl Running, which is about her experiences as a larger woman in a world of thinner athletes. She has completed 14 ultramarathons and has quite a few more slated for the near future.
You may have seen Mirna's athletic story in the WSJ, Runner's World, on the NBC Nightly News, CNN, and/or The CW Network. REI also produced a short documentary about Mirna, The Mirnavator, that went viral. Her writing has been featured in Women's Running Magazine, Self Magazine Online, Outside Online, and Ru...
2021-01-1821 min
Not Almost TherePursuit of Happyness with Chris GardnerToday, I’m joined by Chris Gardner. You may know Chris’s story from a movie called the Pursuit of Happiness where Will Smith plays him. It’s an incredible movie (and book) as he went from being a homeless single father to working his way up Wall Street and eventually creating his own firm in 1987.
Chris has since been featured on Oprah, Good Morning America, The Today Show, Forbes, and many other places.
I met Chris when he was a Keynote speaker at Refuel, a conference I created in which he references.
In this e...
2021-01-1136 min
Not Almost TherePlaying Offense with Jesse ItzlerJesse is one incredible human with an insane story that inspires. He was the founder of Marquis Jets, which sold to Warren Buffet's Net Jets and then helped put Zico Coconut Water on the map and get acquired by Coca-Cola. After Jesse sold those companies and "settled down", he wanted to raise money for charity, which led him to ultrarunning and meeting David Goggins ( Goggins lived with him for 30 days which was depicted in his book Living with a Seal). He hasn't looked back and has since accomplished more than I can summarize here. His spirit and willingness to...
2021-01-0431 min