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The Zach and Pat ShowJOSH SHEPPARD: BOTH FEET IN, COACHING OVER 2000 CLIENTS, HARD WORK V LUCK, SYSTEMS V MOTIVATIONIn today's episode we are excited to sit down with Josh Sheppard - an Adventure Unknown member who is the head coach/owner and operator of Recalibrate & Gaining Ground Fitness and Performance! Josh made a hard decision to leave the world of teaching understanding that in order to fulfill one's dreams, he'd have to be all in. Now, 2000+ clients later Josh still seeks to educate the people that come to him in pursuit of the best versions of themselves, reminding us physical change without mental/emotional adjustment is only skin deep.Please like, comment, and subscribe for...
2026-02-171h 15The Zach and Pat ShowCOLIN PARR 2: ADVICE FOR ASPIRING FIGHTERS, MEDITATION, TESTOSTERONE, MENTAL TOUGHNESS, NEED TO WINIn today's episode we are excited to have back on Colin Parr! Colin is a black belt in bjj and one of our favorite instructors from Watson Martial Arts. He joins us today to break down his feelings on the fight game, how he dealt with putting it behind him, his philosophy when diversifying his grappling, meditation, and so much more!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing10:00 missing fighting16:05...
2026-02-1353 minThe Zach and Pat ShowDAN LUIGS: POWER OF CHRIST IN MARRIAGE AND BUSINESS, PODCASTING, STRONG MALE COMMUNITIES, BIBLE STUDYIn today's episode we are blessed to be sitting down with Dan Luig, a father, husband, podcaster of his own (Journey of a Christian Dad), and huge believer in the power of Christ. His story is one of struggle and redemption leaning heavily on the direction his faith has given him and how that has impacted all areas of his life. Whether you're a father, partner, entrepreneur, or sales person, Dan has a warm and loving perspective to share!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we...
2026-02-101h 08The Zach and Pat ShowJEFF FILLERS: CYBERSECURITY, OREGON GROW SCANDAL, HOUSE ARREST, PRISON SENTENCE, ACCOUNTABILITYIn today's episode we are pleased to bring you another Adventure Unknown contemporary in our good friend Jeff Fillers! Jeff has a wild and crazy story that we can't wait for you to hear. A cyber security professional, Jeff had a run in with the law a few years back in Oregon before the cannabis industry was what it is today legally. This led to house arrest, a full blown prison stint, probation, and now years later he's living life on his terms and enjoying his freedom and prioritizing time with his family. Jeff's story reminds us that we...
2026-02-061h 25The Zach and Pat ShowTED ZINSELMEIER, SHANNA FOWLER: TRAVEL AGENCY, INTERNATIONAL V DOMESTIC, TATTOOS, COSTA RICA ESTATEIn today's episode we are excited to bring on some of the first Adventure Unknown contemporaries we were ever able to call our friends in Ted and Shanna! Leveraging their love of travel, they parlayed this into a full time business where they help people bring their travel dreams come to life! Join us as well talk about why they focus on international travel, how they went about owning real estate in beautiful Costa Rica, getting tattooed in other countries, and helping people have their dream weddings abroad sometimes even by surprise!Please like, comment, and subscribe...
2026-02-031h 38The Zach and Pat ShowJOHN EMS: ACCOUNTING, FAITH IN CHRIST, COLLABORATION, AI IN PERSONAL FINANCE, STUPID MONEY HABITSWe are excited to welcome to the show our good friend and the CPA of many of our guests (and hosts, producer) John Ems! John is someone who is a lot more than a CPA as he is a team leader, a father, husband, and devout follower of Christ - the latter of which really pours out in his story about finding love in himself. Full of good vibes and practical advice inside and outside the realm of finance, John reminds us the people you bring into your business should be treated like family and that those people are...
2026-01-301h 15The Zach and Pat ShowERIC LONGAR: 10th PLANET, VEGAS FIGHT SCENE, BEING A GANGSTER, FATHERHOOD, BJJ COMMUNITYOur guest for today's episode is the one and only Eric Longar, a bjj black belt and the head of operations at 10th Planet Tanglefoot right outside of our STL area! Eric has over a decade of experience in the sport that began with his hopes of joining the military that led to him training on base after his wife (at the time girlfriend) entered the service when he was not able to. This led him to living in Mississippi and eventually finding his way back to STL. Spending extended time in Vegas, Eric became well versed in the...
2026-01-271h 07The Zach and Pat ShowTODD NICELY: AMPUTEE, IRAQ/AFGHANISTAN TOUR, PROSTHETICS, GARY SINISE, KEEPING SENSE OF HUMOR, KARMAToday we are pleased to bring you a man with an incredible story and with an even more incredible personality full of humor and resolve - Todd Nicely! Todd served in the Marines during tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and his life was changed forever when happened to step on an IED. This would cost him limbs and almost his life and would effectively begin the part of his story that truly tested his resilience. Now an author, speaker, and a guy who can poke fun at himself even when it comes to the most sensitive topics, Todd's story...
2026-01-231h 01The Zach and Pat ShowMATT ABBREDERIS: SECURITY INDUSTRY, ADVENTURE UNKNOWN, MANAGING TEAMS, MIDWESTERN VALUESIn today's episode we are excited to bring on someone who does a lot for the Adventure Unknown community who does not get near enough credit - Matt Abbrederis! Matt is the owner and operator of Ponto Solutions LLC, a communications and security firm that ensures locations remain safe and secure no matter what! Hailing from Wisconsin originally, Matt's journey into entrepreneurship starts like most people's in realizing a corporate job just wasn't for him. Years later, he's sharing his experience with us as someone who not only is a beloved personality around AU but has a heavy hand...
2026-01-201h 40The Zach and Pat ShowBRANDON ARTHUR: MONSTER JAM, WORLD TRAVEL, BRINGING CHILDHOOD DREAMS TO LIFE, SAN DIEGO ROOTSRev up your engines because today we have a real treat as MONSTER JAM professional driver Brandon Arthur is sitting down with us before hitting the stage tomorrow and Sunday in STL (1/17-1/18)! It was awesome to sit down with Brandon not only because of his amazing humility and relatability despite reaching the highest level of this INSANE sport. Whether you like monster trucks or you want to see what realizing your dreams looks like for this young man, we've got an amazing episode for you!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our...
2026-01-161h 08The Zach and Pat ShowJORDAN DOWDY: HIT SQUAD, PRO CAREER, TAC TEAM LEGACY, BJJ COMP RULES, CORNERING FOR SEAN WOODSONIn today's episode we are so excited to bring you the one and only Jordan Dowdy! Jordan is someone we've been waiting to bring onto the podcast for quite some time. Not only due to his long history in pro fighting but also because of the demeanor of the man he is and being such a pivotal member of our squad called TAC Team! This episode not only deals a lot with the topic of combat sports but gets deep into the emotional and psychological journey of this amazing athlete and awesome human being. Please like, comment, and subscribe...
2026-01-131h 41The Zach and Pat ShowCALVIN FAGAS, CONOR AND OLIVER DOYLE: CHRISTMAS GIFTS, BRAIN ROT, FIGHTING ANIMALS, POKEMON, SPORTSToday's episode is very near and dear to our heart as our boys Calvin, Connor, and Oliver will be sitting down in studio for the very first time! Being as this show is about fatherhood, we hope to make it a regular thing annually for them to come on. We always ask our guests that are parents what message they want to leave their kids and we couldn't think of a better way than this!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support...
2026-01-1035 minThe Zach and Pat ShowADAM BUNDREN: OVERCOMING GRIEF, FATHERING BOYS, MEN'S GROUP, REAL ESTATE, CONTROLLING YOUR MONSTERWelcome to 2026 and a big thank you to our guest Adam Bundren for sitting down with us and telling us about his moving story. Adam's story is all too familiar as we've all felt the sting of grief when losing a loved one and the time it takes to overcome that. Through community and a refocusing on what his purpose really is, Adam has been able to go full steam ahead into raising his young boys, being a better husband to his wife, and surrounding himself with the right people to make a difference in our local real estate...
2026-01-061h 10The Zach and Pat ShowTONY TWIST: STL BLUES, ENFORCERS, HOCKEY FIGHTS, BBQ SAUCE, UPCOMING COOKING SHOW, VALUES DRIVEN MENIn today's episode we are excited to bring you another amazing STL Blues alumni in our new friend Tony Twist! Tony played a long career in the NHL and was the muscle for our STL Blues during our childhoods. From there, he was able to dip his toes into entrepreneurship and has never stopped checking big goals off the list, now taking his talents into the world of culinary with his own products and his own upcoming show!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the...
2025-12-301h 08The Zach and Pat ShowDR. ZOE MUNIE: PHYSICAL THERAPY, CHRONIC INJURY, AI, PROPERLY COACHING KIDS IN SPORTS, MARTIAL ARTSIn today's episode we are so excited to be sitting down with Dr. Zoe Munie! Zoe completed all of her education here at SLU and like us, we share a common trait of dealing with the nagging injuries and maintenance of martial arts. Having done tae kwon do, bjj herself - knowing there's someone out there who specializes in something so relatable is exactly what the show is about. Tap in as we talk about how she started in this industry, some of her success stories, how AI is changing the landscape of all physical tasks like her own...
2025-12-261h 48The Zach and Pat ShowBEACKY NEALE: ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION, RAISING MEN, MARTIAL ARTS, CORE VALUES, LOVE IS LIFEToday we are pleased to bring you the one and only Becky Neale! Becky is a mom of four who was classically schooled in math and English who took the sum of her experiences and is on a quest to change the way young men are educated through her upcoming Kirkwood School for Boys! As everyone who works on this show is a product of public education, it's refreshing to hear from someone who understands that the best results are driven from individualized attention instead of appealing to some broad standard set by the state. Join us as we...
2025-12-231h 19The Zach and Pat ShowTRACY RUMPF: DOG RESCUE, BREEDING V ADOPTING, MISSOURI PUPPY MILLS, LEAVING LEGACY, VOLUNTEERINGIn today's episode we are so excited to sit down with Tracy Rumpf and talk all about her mission with Second Chance Ranch! Missouri happens to be the biggest state in the US when it comes to the amount of puppy mills we have. And adding to this, many of the rescue clinics around the country are utilizing euthanasia to necessitate the volume of dogs coming in through their doors. Tracy has done her part to offer these dogs an alternative as best as she can through her own organization in Second Chance Ranch as well as aiding and...
2025-12-191h 06The Zach and Pat ShowSAVANNAH RAE: INDEPENDENT MUSIC, NASHVILLE, OPENING FOR MAJOR ACTS, BURNOT, BUILDING HER BRAND Howdy y'all! Today we are pleased to bring you straight outta Nashville - Ms. Savannah Rae! Savannah is an independent artist with a love for country music that began when she was a youth in Texas. With a firm work ethic and a heart that won't take no for an answer, Savannah has done an amazing job not only getting her name out there but also building her profile on social which in today's market means more than it ever has. Sit on down as we jawn about her love of George Strait, how to avoid industry burnout, and...
2025-12-161h 08The Zach and Pat ShowCHAZ JOHNSON: BJJ BLACK BELT, COACHING, LEAVING CORPORATE, EXAMPLE FOR KIDS, SURGERY AND RECOVERYToday we are pleased to bring you our good friend Chaz Johnson! Chaz is a bjj black belt, coach, and husband/father. Having had an interest in martial arts early on in life, Chaz was able to pool his more negative emotions into the discipline specifically of bjj. Eventually, this had him looking at his corporate job and feeling unfulfilled. He would leave that job, DoorDash, and build/maintain websites all in the pursuit of giving his family an intense example of what building you dream life looks like when you do what you're passionate about.Please...
2025-12-121h 11The Zach and Pat ShowCONNOR SILVERSTEIN 2: ENGAGEMENT, TOXIC AMBITION, BJJ, SOCIAL MEDIA AWARENESS, CHRISTIAN MANHOODPlease join us in a super special welcome back to The Zach and Pat Show to Connor Silverstein! Connor was actually the first person we ever interviewed as a guest all the way back when we were shooting the show in Zach's spare bedroom lighting the room with lamps and a window. As sure as the show has come a long way, so has Connor. Since we last had him on, Connor has found himself in love and on the way to being married, dived deeper into his faith commenting that bible study with Matt Joe has helped him...
2025-12-091h 32The Zach and Pat ShowTAMARA KEEFE: CLEMENTINES ICE CREAM, CALIFORNIA ROOTS, DOOR TO DOOR MARKETING, STL JOB CREATIONIn today's episode we have a really sweet treat for you as we are joined by Tamara Keefe, the owner and operator of Clementine's Naughty and Nice Ice Cream which has become a HUGE staple in our local area. Having grown up in California, Tamara was notes that she's always had a huge love for ice cream and that when budgets were tight - her family would actually make their own. This became somewhat of a communal event as huge family dinners would see all members of their local area popping in and out to enjoy times with good...
2025-12-051h 07The Zach and Pat ShowJOSH MCKINNEY 2: QUITTING BJJ, AMERICAN JIU JITSU, HOT TAKES, GROWING AS A FATHER, EFFECTIVE BJJOnce again we are pleased to sit down with the one and only Josh McKinney! We got to sit down with Josh early in the show's formation back at Zach's house and he's come to visit us at Adventure Unknown as we break down his big announcement pertaining to the sport, his thoughts on how we can preserve and improve bjj long term, how he's grown as a father, and of course - some hot takes you may find spicy!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and...
2025-12-021h 17The Zach and Pat ShowMURPHY WELLS: MOVING TO FLORIDA, CONTENT CREATION, FUTURE OF THE SHOW, RAVING/FESTIVALS, OPEN MINDEDIn today's episode we are so PUMPED to sit down with our producer Murph in for the holiday from South Florida! Having edited every episode of The Zach and Pat Show to date, we're excited to sit down with Murph and hear about his time since moving, his thoughts on the show and where we're headed, as well as reminisce on some of our favorite moments of the last two years working together. And of course, we dive into raving and his love of festivals that aren't just for recreation...they're what drives him.Please...
2025-11-281h 11The Zach and Pat ShowSTEVE GEURIN: MARTIAL ARTS, CHRISTIANITY, F3 COMMUNITY, BEING A FATHER AND HUSBANDIn today's episode we'd like to say thank you to Steve Geurin for saving the day and filling this time for us in this episode while we were remote in Nashville! Steve's story is very relatable, as it takes place with a kid trying to find himself in martial arts. Having done karate with a firm love for striking, he would eventually do an extended stay out in Thailand for a few months to practice Mauy Thai and kickboxing with the locals. This set him up to go full on into his love for the medical field where he...
2025-11-251h 19The Zach and Pat ShowADAM FRENCH: BREAKING CYCLES, FAITH BASED RECOVERY, NASHVILLE, FAMILY, PRISON WORK, COACHING, BOOKComing to you once again from beautiful Nashville, TN we are pleased to be joined by the area's own Adam French! Adam's story is all about breaking cycles as he opens up about the nature of addiction and how he broke his family's long history of it. Using this experience combined with an unshakable faith in his higher power, Adam has created systems and solutions in the form of his own faith based recovery programs he offers to the public as well as a means to help those serving time come out ahead if they've struggled with addiction. We...
2025-11-2152 minThe Zach and Pat Show200TH EPISODE Q&A! FAVORITE EPISODES, TOP GUESTS, THANKSGIVING, WHAT WE'VE LEARNED, WHAT'S TO COME!?Coming to you for the first of a three part session that we recorded out in Nashville last week, we just want to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for helping us reach our 200th episode! We started this project in late 2023 just wanting to change up the way we do social media content and the laughs, education, and relationships we've been able to build ever since have made this so much more than we ever expected! Tap in as we reminisce on our favorite episodes in the last year, talk about what we've learned and how we grew, and...
2025-11-1858 minThe Zach and Pat ShowJEREMY JOHNSON: TRAILER PARK UPBRINGING, SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR, FIGHT COMMENTATING, RAISING KIDS RIGHTIn today's episode we bring you one of the most inspiring stories to ever grace our podcast, the great and powerful Jeremy Johnson! Jeremy's upbringing in small town Illinois in a trailer park fueled his fire to escape his surroundings and make something of himself. Through martial arts, he learned discipline and persistence and was able to parlay these qualities into becoming a decorated fight commentator, cut man, father, husband, and entrepreneur with multiple products and services under his belt. Join us as we sip his FANTASTIC Uppercut Whiskey and talk about why where you being does not define...
2025-11-141h 27The Zach and Pat ShowMATT DICKENS 2: NEW FATHER, FAITH IN JESUS, VLOGGING, MORTGAGE BUSINESS, STATE OF THE HOUSING MARKETOnce again we have our good friend Matt Dickens joining us on the show today! Matt was one of our first guests back when our show was still in single digits and being filmed in Zach's spare bedroom. Since then, Matt has had his daughter and began rediscovering his faith in a higher power, realizing that life without purpose is aimless and without that structure - we tend to fall to a lower frequency. Join us as we gab about mortgages, his vlogging series, balancing life and business and of course, lots of dad jokes!...
2025-11-111h 32The Zach and Pat ShowNICK METZ: PAYMENT PROCESSING, REAL ESTATE, BE A GOOD DUDE, FATHERHOOD, MARRYING HIS HS SWEETHEARTIn today's episode we have another Adventure Unknown contemporary - Nick Metz! Nick's mission in life is simple: be a good dude. Originally wanting to be a history teacher, Nick's life changed when he made his first real estate transaction in college. From there, he created his own team and eventually would pivot into what is now his main business: payment processing where Nick focuses on finding businesses and helping them accept credit card payments at low cost to the business. A funny guy with a great load of experience in business and family matters, Nick is someone we'd...
2025-11-071h 25The Zach and Pat ShowADAM CRUTCHFIELD: BJJ, FATHERHOOD, CHRISTIANITY, SOBRIETY, HEALTHY DIVORCE, VETERAN LOAN OFFICERIn today's episode we are excited to bring you our friend Adam Crutchfield! Adam is a loan officer with Veterans United as well as a purple belt in bjj through TAC Team's own Revive! Having moved from Columbia, MO to STL right around the time of COVID, Adam had a hard time finding a community until he eventually stepped into the doors of Revive BJJ. With the help of folks like Junior, Connor Silverstein, and Nick Sanders - he began a journey that had him investing in the sport that brings so many together as well as putting down...
2025-11-041h 18The Zach and Pat ShowSTEVE EWING: The Urge, Steve Ewing Band, Steve's Hot Dogs, St. Louis, Business, Family, ManhoodToday we have a local St. Louis legend joining the show today! Give it up for the one and only Steve Ewing! Steve has been a pillar of St. Louis for decades with not only his contributions to music being the front man of both The Urge as well as the Steve Ewing Band but also has built quite the reputation for himself slinging dogs with Steve's Hot Dogs for almost just as long! A great dude who serves as an example of never quitting on your goals, Steve's endeavors have also led him to doing competitive body building...
2025-11-0349 minThe Zach and Pat ShowSTEVE EWING: The Urge, Steve Ewing Band, Steve's Hot Dogs, St. Louis, Business, Family, ManhoodToday we have a local St. Louis legend joining the show today! Give it up for the one and only Steve Ewing! Steve has been a pillar of St. Louis for decades with not only his contributions to music being the front man of both The Urge as well as the Steve Ewing Band but also has built quite the reputation for himself slinging dogs with Steve's Hot Dogs for almost just as long! A great dude who serves as an example of never quitting on your goals, Steve's endeavors have also led him to doing competitive body building...
2025-10-3149 minThe Zach and Pat ShowBRENNAN MCCLOUD: Information Technology, Privacy, AI, High Level Performance, Merrill Lynch, FamilyIn today's episode we are joined by Brennan McCloud, owner of Launch It IT Services! Brennan comes from a background where he initially specialized in finance and worked for Merrill Lynch before making a full time shift to information technology and running his own business along side his wife. A high level operator who wants to raise his family as strongly as he runs his business, Brennan's episode reminds us that you don't have to be what society wants you to be. And the decision to move your own direction with intent is an amazing example to raise kids...
2025-10-281h 20The Zach and Pat ShowALEX VAUGHN: Insurance, Wrestling, Coaching, Polish Pride, Tattoos, Family, Manhood and MasculinityIn today's episode we are pleased to bring on Alex Vaughn! Alex is a worksite benefits specialist for Globe Life Liberty, a wrestling coach for Fox High School, as well as an Adventure Unknown member. Alex's story is all about knowing who you are and where you come from and commemoration of these values, as he has done countless times with permanence across his body as he is one of the most tattooed individuals we've ever had featured on the show. About to tie the knot himself, we dive deep into how imperative it is to spend your time...
2025-10-241h 27The Zach and Pat ShowADAM CELLA 2: CXBJJ 6 PREVIEW, KELVIN GASTELUM HEADLINER, DAN SCHUCART, MAKING BJJ MAINSTREAMToday we are joined for the second time by our good friend and head of the CXBJJ Invitational Competition, Adam Cella! With Zach competing this weekend we thought it would be a great time to sit with Adam and talk more about the evolution of his competition year to year and discuss where we can expect things to head in the future! If you're local to STL and will be in town this weekend and would like to see some great bjj at an awesome venue, click the link below and secure your tickets while you can! ...
2025-10-211h 02The Zach and Pat ShowTIM APPELBAUM: USMC, BJJ, Yoga, Crazy Military Stories, Readjusting to Civilian Life, BusinessOur guest for this episode is the great and powerful Tim Applebaum! Another TAC Team contemporary via Revive BJJ, we were excited to get Tim on to talk about his experiences in the Marine Corps where he served overseas, the crazy stories that come with that service, the difficulty (and success he experienced) readjusting to civilian life, and how this led to him diving head first into MMA, BJJ, and eventually yoga which has been his main vehicle for business as he now runs his own studio here in STL!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more...
2025-10-171h 03The Zach and Pat ShowDR. BRETT LUX 2: CCI, Chiro Practice, Bodybuilding, Testosterone, Fraternity Stories, InnovationIn today's episode we are pleased to reintroduce our good friend for his second appearance on the show - Dr. Brett Lux! Dr. Brett comes in as we chat about his progress in recovery from not only his spinal/metabolic issues, reminisce on our days down at Missouri State, how his business is going and how he has gone about innovating his practice to stand out against the competition, and finally his goals of competing in a bodybuilding competition now this his body is ready to be sculpted to show-ready state after years of needing to prioritize health first...
2025-10-141h 35The Zach and Pat ShowDAN SHUCART: Army, Private Contracting, Afghanistan, Iraq, BJJ, Fatherhood, How to Be a Good HumanIn today's episode we are pleased to bring our friend Dan Shucart! Dan is an army veteran having done multiple tours in the Middle East who would later move on to private defense contracting as well. Full of stories and gritty, real life experience, Dan's major life mission has not wavered - be a good person. You can hear that in his voice and how he goes about instilling that in his family as well. Join us as we go through some crazy stories with a great dude that is bound to leave you in a better mood with...
2025-10-101h 50The Zach and Pat ShowPHIL VOJTA: Physics PhD, Immigrating from Germany, Judo Black Belt, BJJ, Time, Bullying, CompetingIn today's episode we are pleased to bring you yet ANOTHER Watson's Martial Arts students as well as a PhD student of physics at Wash U, the great and powerful Phil Vojta! Hailing from Germany, Phil comes from a long line of folks who specialized in the study of physics which eventually became his path when he started schooling. Having dealt with bullies in his past and needing a lesson in confidence, he began martial arts very young and that has led him to also having his black belt in judo as well as his purple belt in bjj...
2025-10-071h 12The Zach and Pat ShowARIAS BROS: BJJ Life, Competitions, Fatherhood, Training Frequency, Youth Grappling TakeoverIn today's episode we bring you Erik and Robert Arias of Arias Bros BJJ! The Brothers are also TAC Team contemporaries holding a black and purple belt respectively who have dedicated their whole live to bjj and it shows! The conversation is simple, how bjj is so much more than a sport or a hobby - it's a lifestyle. And if you dedicate yourself to it, the rewards are endless! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get! ...
2025-09-301h 27The Zach and Pat ShowAMANDA DIGBY: Respiratory Therapy, Working With Kids, Travel, BJJ/JUDO, Van Life, Hockey, DivorceIn today's episode we are excited to bring you the colorful life of Miss Amanda Digby! A fellow Watson Martial Arts student, Amanda's story is one that follows a very simple philosophy of "fuck yeah", meaning that if it falls within that category - follow it to your hearts content. Her heart has brought her into the world of respiratory therapy, focusing specifically on helping kids, traveling the country AND the world, a deep love for hockey in the form of the Detroit Redwings, and even embracing the nomad lifestyle in the form of mobile living in the form...
2025-09-261h 20The Zach and Pat ShowJACOB GONZALEZ: Coffee Business, Taking Over a Shop, Breakfast/Lunch Spots, Bjj, Coffee CultureIn today's episode we are joined by the one and only Jacob Gonzalez! Jacob's story is one that deals greatly with going the path less traveled and taking over an existing business while most of his friends and contemporaries were away at college. With a love for coffee and a passion to connect with his community, Jacob's successes at Proving Grounds revolve around people: knowing what you stand for and having them come to you. Join us as we talk about the coffee industry as a whole, what it's like operating local to the area, and even dive in...
2025-09-231h 20The Zach and Pat ShowGINA LEWIS: Home Design, BRRRS, Air Bnbs, Creativity, Family, Balance, Motherhood, Crazy DesignsIn today's episode we are joined by Gina Lewis! Gina is a master of all things homes: flips, interior design, Air Bnb's - always with the goal of bringing her clients dreams to life! Having started her business in the COVID era, Gina found her balance between an appreciation for tradition and a taste for progress. Her speciality is tailoring her skills to what her client wants and needs...it's not about what Gina is skilled at. She is here to create for YOU! With a passion for both business and family, Gina is a great example of what...
2025-09-191h 01The Zach and Pat ShowMIKE LONG: Public Service, Fire Fighting, Mental Health, Recovery, Fatherhood, Fundraising, BusinessToday we are pleased to be joined by the great and powerful Mike Long whom we recently met at the Crossfit Achieve rowathon not long ago! A father, husband, firefighter, entrepreneur, and fundraiser for his brothers and sisters in service, Mike's story deal with the responsibilities of all the positions he plays, why service is essential at any costs, and what we can all do to stand up when life kicks us and tries to keep us down!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the...
2025-09-161h 25The Zach and Pat ShowKEITH WALDROP: USMC, Recon/Raiders, Alternative Medicine, Entrepreneurship, Addiction MindsetsIn today's episode we bring you the great and powerful Keith Waldrop! Having served 14 years in the USMC with tenures in both Recon and the Raiders, Keith's tales of combat and service not only educated us but gave us a new perspective outside of what the movies and dramatizations can. Having taken his experiences in the Corps, he has also embarked on an entrepreneurial journey where his groups aids in performance training consulting to help those currently in service and at times even civilians step up their game!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more...
2025-09-121h 30The Zach and Pat ShowJT THOMAS: Kidney Failure, Renewing Faith in God, Finding Love, /Healthy Lifestyle, FatherhoodIn today's episode we bring you our friend JT Thomas! JT's story deals heavily in overcoming adversity and learning to have faith when there's seemingly no reason to. Being diagnosed with kidney failure at the age where most of us are worried about living our best college lives, JT learned how much he was made of and how many people would reveal themselves as his most ardent supporters. Hearing how he overcame this event most of us do our best to avoid to now be married and expecting while thriving in his career is exactly what this show is...
2025-09-091h 22The Zach and Pat ShowSCOTT KURTZ: Brewing Mead, Beer Culture, Judging Comps, BJJ, Lego Builds, Turning Hobby to BusinessIn today's episode we sit down and drink some delicious mead with our friend and fellow Watson Martial Arts blue belt - Scott Kurtz! Scott is someone who has taken his passion for the art of brewing mead and turned it into a lifestyle that involves helping brands bring their ideas to life as well as judging competitions on some big stages! If you haven't tried mead, we can't recommend it enough!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!
2025-09-051h 35The Zach and Pat ShowBRI MUNNICH: Comedy, Switching Careers, Going Viral, Building Your Brand, Self Awareness, RoastsIn today's episode we are excited to bring you up and coming comedian - Bri Munnich! Bri's story begins in Chicago where she was raised as the youngest of five in a very traditional, religious home. After going to school and starting a career in cancer pathology while also having a side business baking cakes, one video about pea soup goes viral and Bri's brand in comedy started to build itself. Having experience in vitality and even headlining multiple shows and venues, Bri is living proof that when you invest in yourself and your brand and are willing to...
2025-09-021h 24The Zach and Pat ShowSULLY ERGER: SBA, Buying/Selling Businesses, Leverage, Financing Entrepreneurs, Regulating AI In today's episode we give you Sully Erger, an SBA loan officer who aids the small business administration is securing financing for entrepreneurs of all sizes! Sully is one of the first professionals within the funding spaces we've had the pleasure to sit down with and whether you're a start up, years into your journey, or have ever been curious about what resources are available to anyone trying to scale - Sully comes with answers on how you can secure the bag with the help of the SBA!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are...
2025-08-291h 38The Zach and Pat ShowJADEN BARR: Quarterbacking, Real Estate Sales, Leading Teams, Diabetes, Fatherhood, Tim TebowIn today's episode we bring you Jaden Barr, a local real estate agent through KW and also team leader of many up and coming agents in the area! Coming from a background of sports through his college career, Jaden has been able to take many lessons of playing QB and parlay them into not only a great homes sales career but now is passing on that ability with young and hungry agents all throughout the Keller-Williams system! Join us as we dive deep into his battle with type 1 diabetes, his viral clip with Tim Tebow, and most importantly of...
2025-08-261h 06The Zach and Pat ShowBIO FIT: Changing the Way People Approach Health and Wellness for the Long Term (feat. John Zarbock)In today's video we are pleased to bring you John Zarbock! Spending most of his life in the military, John has always had to keep health and fitness at the front of his mind. After retiring, he went on to create BioFit here in St. Louis, a company based on using machines and high intensity workouts to boil down workouts to their absolute necessary components and cutting out all the superfluous down time! We entered the experience with a healthy dose of skepticism, but after going through a session ourselves - we have to admit, this is an effective...
2025-08-221h 31The Zach and Pat ShowSHANE MAYER, JENNIFER BLAKELY: Serial Entrepreneurs, Cigar Lounges, Air BNB, College, Raising KidsIn today's episode we bring you two amazing guests with one amazing story - Shane Mayer and Jennifer Blakely! These two have had their hands in quite a few amazing businesses over the years and have established themselves as serial entrepreneurs. Whether its gas stations, cigar lounges, massive Air BNB's, Shane and Jen have built their lives off of hard work, delayed gratification, and now they're raising kids who understand nothing is handed to you...you have to take it! Whether you're thinking of starting a business, in the middle of your journey, or are worried about what opportunities...
2025-08-191h 00The Zach and Pat ShowERIK STEENBERG: MMA Coaching, USA Boxing Shortcomings, Practicality in Goals, Growth, Winning HabitsIn today's episode we bring you Erik Steenberg - head of ESMMA, a local MMA and fitness gym here in St. Louis! One of the preeminent authorities in all things combat sports in St. Louis, Erik takes us through his life story where he found karate, wrestling, and boxing as a means of conquering his insecurities as a youth and how he parlayed that into a competitive journey as a fighter himself into coaching countless combatants all throughout the area! Full of wisdom and practical advice, we are so happy we got to sit with Erik and we hope...
2025-08-121h 16The Zach and Pat ShowNICK BALDWIN 2: Finding Jesus, Psychedelics, AI Takeover, 9/11 Conspiracies, Homeschooling KidsIn today's episode we bring you the one and only Nick Baldwin for the second time! Dating all the way back to our 12th episode back in February of 2024, Nick's first appearance on the show is still our highest viewed episode to date! We had to bring him back to riff on his construction business, the advent of homeschooling kids vs normal school, the oncoming AI revolution, how he used psychedelics as a means of reuniting with Jesus, as well as his role in helping facilitate and lead spiritual missions to South America!Please like, comment, and...
2025-08-081h 16The Zach and Pat ShowROB ODEM: New York, 9/11, Air Force, Manhood, Military Police, Living in Honduras, Explosives UnitIn today's episode we bring you a man among MEN - Rob Odem! Rob is a New York native here in our humble little STL who has lived a lot of experience to tell us about. From growing up in the big apple to his time serving in the Air Force as MP to eventually bringing his show on the road here to St. Louis - Rob's message is simple: men need to be men and the road to superior manhood is found in accountability and doing the right thing. Being a great storyteller is always an added bonus!
2025-08-051h 12The Zach and Pat ShowWe Asked ChatGPT What You Should Know About the STL Real Estate Market...We are back with Chat GPT and this one is for all of you buyers and sellers here at home...what are some of the most important things you should know when it comes to real estate in the 314?! Whether you're looking to invest long term, short term, or know somebody who is - we figure out where the trends are heading and how it impacts your pockets in this episode!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!
2025-08-0153 minThe Zach and Pat ShowANNIE YATCH: Coaching Winners, Trauma, Positive Masculinity, Healing Internally, Negative FuelIn today's episode we are so excited to bring you Annie Yatch! Annie is a coach who aides entrepreneurs and professionals not only in moving their business forward but equally in helping heal the mental, emotional, and traumatic experiences in their personal lives that are tied to everything else. This episode is full of great advice and tips for not only pushing yourself forward in any professional endeavor - but equally it is a huge wake up call for anyone who has trouble processing their feelings and seeks to free themselves from the attachment of suffering holding them back...
2025-07-291h 08The Zach and Pat ShowJASON MUEHLHEAUSLER: Football, Keto, Insurance Business, Artificial Intelligence, Fatherhood, OBBBIn today's episode we bring you Jason Muehlheausler! Jason is a lifelong athlete, very disciplined in his fitness and nutritional endeavors since his youth who now runs his own insurance firm right here in St. Louis! Throughout our talk we get into the role football played in his life, the insurance business on a macro level, how Obamacare has changed since his presidency, how AI has impacted his industry, and how the standard he carries has impacted how he preforms as a father!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs...
2025-07-251h 30The Zach and Pat ShowCOTY KELLISON: BJJ, Judo, Competing, Fatherhood, Positive Masculinity, Mental HealthIn today's episode we bring you Coty Kellison! Originally from Southeast Missouri, Coty is one of the local areas top competitors and instructors in grappling having achieved his black belt in both Brazilian jiu jitsu and judo! Raised on midwest values and making his own path, Coty left behind a life of Dj'ing and partying to chase his passion. Within eight years of starting bjj, he earned his black belt through grit, determination, and a ruthless sling of competition wins. Now a father and the owner and operator of his own gym, Coty's story is full of fundamentals for...
2025-07-221h 12The Zach and Pat ShowJOSH OGILVIE: Luxury Car Sales, Long Distance Marriage, Culture Shock, Moving From UK to the USIn today's episode we bring you Josh Ogilvie, one of only a few guests we've featured not born in the United States! Josh was born and raised in the UK and eventually was brought here via a long distance relationship that landed him in St. Louis. After a little culture shock and some time to adjust, Josh became a leading salesperson for STL Porsche and also has a stake in a local barbershop as well. Full of stories of overcoming adversity, heartbreak, and finding his faith - we are happy to have Josh not only as a podcast guest...
2025-07-1858 minThe Zach and Pat ShowWe Asked CHAT GPT 10 Things Humanity MUST KNOW...In today's episode our special guest is good ole CHAT GPT, as we sit down and asked the question - what are 10 things humans must know moving forward? The answers it gave shed light on how much plastic we ingest on a regular basis, how close we might be to financial collapse, what it looks like to fall behind in the race of technology and AI, and so much more than made us stop and think about the fabric of the reality around us.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500...
2025-07-1543 minThe Zach and Pat ShowPROTECTOR GENE: Eric Christy's Life of Private Detail Security, Police, Service Overseas, FatherhoodIn today's episode we bring you Eric Christy! Eric is a longtime friend of a former guest of ours in Bill Brown and he came to speak to us about his life and service to his communities as a protector. In the forms of private security detail, police, SWAT, and military overseas - Eric has taken many values and principles from his life and injected them into how he raises his kids and the attitude he attacks life with.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all...
2025-07-111h 04The Zach and Pat ShowMATT SKARIN: ADHD Entrepreneurship, Fatherhood, Faith, Pinwheel Model, Starting YoungIn today's episode we give you the great and powerful Matt Skarin! Matt has his hands in multiple different operations, the most important of all being a father - a purpose in life he was introduced to at just 20 years old. As an adult, Matt has developed a taste for what he calls "ADHD entrepreneurship", an analogy that points to the phenomena of always having to do something productive at almost all times. This has led him to seeing great success in the worlds of insurance and real estate and for that, he is a rising star in the...
2025-07-081h 11The Zach and Pat ShowCHRIS OLIVER 2: New Podcast, Upcoming Shows and Events, 75 Hard, Bad Habits, Kiss or Diss GameIn today's episode we are joined for the second time by our friend and up and coming comedian Chris Oliver! Chris is back to tell us about his new podcast Common Courtesy, some upcoming shows and events he has here in STL, and as always some great stories that leave us in chuckles! If you want to support Chris make sure to follow his podcast on IG commoncourtesy314 and make sure to see him at the Focal Point Theater July 11th!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we...
2025-07-0447 minThe Zach and Pat ShowGOING ALL IN: Detailing Business, Real Estate, Homeschooling Kids, Caretaking (feat. JB Westerholt)In today's episode, we sit down with JB Westerholt - a husband and father of three here in St. Louis running multiple businesses including his exterior detailing service as his main focus as well as a steady business in real estate which he has been building over the last few years! JB's story is deep in finding his purpose and figuring out which path was right for him (business vs college), making big investments with little safety net, growing/scaling his business, finding love, and raising three kids which he also homeschools. Finding comfort in the chaos, JB reminds...
2025-07-011h 26The Zach and Pat ShowJACK HANNEKEN: Landscaping, Skipping College, AI, Faith in Business, Community, Thinking BigIn today's episode we give you the great and powerful Jack Hanneken! Having only graduated high school a couple years ago, this young entrepreneur has already had his hand in multiple businesses and lives by values that challenge the way most of us think about in terms of life and success. Opting to skip college, Jack dove headfirst into the world of landscaping - first starting with cutting lawns then quickly turning it into a model covering a multitude of additions and maintenances. Jack credits his community and multiple mentors for being there to offer advices and experiences and...
2025-06-271h 12The Zach and Pat ShowPUTTING OUT FIRES: Firefighting/EMT, Fathering 3, BJJ, Real Estate Investing (feat. Adam Benenati)In today's episode we are joined by Adam Benenati - a firefighter and real estate investor about to welcome his third little one into the world! Our conversation with Adam focuses mainly around priorities - how does one choose to spend their time and what have been the results of the decisions he's made when it comes to career, investing, and creating a world for his kids to succeed. One of our most relatable episodes to date, whether you're interested in serving your community, upping your portfolio, or just being a good dad, we know there's something here for...
2025-06-241h 08The Zach and Pat ShowTODD TANNER MICHAELS: Artistry, Song Writing, Radio Hosting, Celebrity Stories, RelatabilityIn today's episode we are excited to bring you Todd Tanner Michaels! Todd is an artistic renaissance man having experience in writing and releasing his own music, extensive stints in radio - both of these situations bringing him up close and personal with legendary greats like Elton John and Lenny Kravitz! Throughout all of these wild stories and experiences throughout his life one theme has remained consistent: kind relatability. Todd's presence brings a friendly warmth to the room and his stories are bound to not only put a smile on your face - but to remind you how relatable...
2025-06-201h 18The Zach and Pat ShowLINE OF DUTY: Getting Shot On the Job, STL Metro Police, Fatherhood, Forgiving (feat. Sean Miskovic)In today's episode we are excited to bring you another great public servant from the STL police force - Sean Miskovic! Sean is a police officer who was shot multiple times in the line of duty. Our talk with him focuses mainly on the mental, emotional, and physical recovery of that event, his upcoming saga as a father, and what is the tie between forgiveness and masculinity. A great guy with a powerful story, we are glad St. Louis has men on the front lines like Sean!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on...
2025-06-171h 13The Zach and Pat ShowNOTHING IN MODERATION: Ultra Marathons, Car Detailing Business, Fatherhood (feat. Brandon Janosky)In today's episode we bring you Brandon Janosky! Brandon has a multitude of experiences dating back his days at Villanove to changing career fields three times (engineering, wealth management, and working in venture capital) that all eventually led to him running his own businesses in the high end car detailing experience services. A father and a frequent participant in ultra marathons and long distance racing - Brandon reminds us that a life worth living is one where moderation is dish rarely enjoyed.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and...
2025-06-131h 16The Zach and Pat ShowGOOD MF'ER: Injury Law, Piloting, Marine Corps, Politics in MO, Cars, World Travel (feat. Jim Avery)In today's episode we bring you a good old fashioned renaissance man, Jim Avery! Jim has LOADS of personal experience from his youth to today. Finding himself in situations of homelessness as a teenager, enlisting in the USMC and doing multiple tours overseas, taking on college to law school to even holding representative office in Missouri today - Jim's story is full of wonder and humor to boot. If you are looking for a successful personal injury attorney who actually takes the time to become friends with his clients and get them the best results possible, we invite you...
2025-06-111h 27The Zach and Pat ShowSHE NEVER QUIT: Amanda Clifton's Life of BJJ, Crossfit, Leading IT Teams, Always CompetingIn today's episode we are THRILLED to bring you someone we have mentioned time and time again on the show and FINALLY her day has come! Amanda Clifton is a bjj black belt, instructor in for women at Revive BJJ, an avid Crossfit practitioner and coach, and a VP of Tech/Business Operations at Centiene Tech. Amanda is actually the person who Zach first rolled with a half decade ago who that opened his eyes to the world of jiu jitsu. And yes, she is the one who worked him multiple times in a three minute round. A competitor...
2025-06-061h 17The Zach and Pat ShowSHAWN ESTEP: Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Protecting Assets, Finding Purpose in Unforeseen AreasIn today's episode we are pleased to bring your Shawn Estep - principal attorney at the Estep Law Firm specializing in estate planning and making sure your assets are secure to your best interest before passing. This is the second estate planning attorney we have featured on the show and we were so grateful for his time and know how on the subject. Shawn's story actually begins with him as an engineer - having gone through the math and science heavy degree to only find a deeper burning passion elsewhere in the world of legal. This led to him...
2025-06-031h 22The Zach and Pat ShowBILL BROWN: Collectables, Gold/Silver, Sneakerheads, BJJ, Fatherhood, MasculinityIn today's episode we bring you another WMA and TAC Team contemporary - Bill Brown! Bill has lived a diverse life of growing up fast and quickly falling into the world of collectables with high upside. Whether it's watches, precious metals, bourbon, or even coveted Jordan's - Bill's knowledge is near limitless as to how valuable some trinkets can really be. As well, he explains how a tough childhood pushed him into combat sports, earning his purple belt, and how this plays into management of wealth and teams and even how he parents his kids. A great guy with...
2025-05-301h 30The Zach and Pat ShowFATHER OF NINE: Ed Fogelbach's Life of Police/EMT/Firefighting, St. Louis, Molding Lives, FatherhoodIn today's episode we are excited to bring you another Adventure Unknown contemporary and member of our own STL public service community, Ed Fogelbach! Ed has an amazing story told with a great sense of humor that dives deep into his years of public service - having played the roles of police, EMT, and firefighting. As well, when it comes to fatherhood, Ed takes great pride in molding the lives of NINE children, understanding that a loving, compassionate father has the ultimate influence on a young person's life. If you want to be inspired, laugh, or learn more about...
2025-05-271h 19The Zach and Pat ShowMONICA ADAMS: St. Louis Media Legacy, Blake Snyder, Social Media, Society, Extinguishing HateIn today's episode we are pleased to bring you Monica Adams, a reporter/journalist whom has maintained a prolific presence for over 30 years and is one St. Louis' most recognizable faces because of it! This episode runs the span of everything from her days at Mizzou, her relationships with her parents and husband, the morals and values she maintained and prioritized throughout her career, and her endeavors in coaching as well! This is a very special episode for us as Monica is someone who has risen to heights we aspire to with this show so having her on was...
2025-05-231h 16The Zach and Pat ShowLIFE OF SERVICE: Colin's Journey of Military, Police Service, Getting Shot, Masculinity Today....In today's episode we are pleased to bring you a fellow podcaster in the AU/Punchline family, Collin Ledbetter - host of the Built Different Podcast! Collin's story is one of service, beginning with his time in the National Guard, moving over to STLMPD, and eventually retiring early from the force after a near fatal shooting in the city. His story is one of recovery and heroism and we are so proud to not only call him a St. Louisan but someone who inspires us to be better as creators and men too!Please like, comment, and...
2025-05-201h 11The Zach and Pat ShowNICK CURRAN: BJJ, Coaching, Outdoors Enthusiasm, Mental Health, Friend to AllIn today's episode we are joined by regular guest our fight companions, coach and fellow bjj purple under Kyle Watson/Watson Martial Arts - Nick Curran! Nick is not only a great friend to the show but has been listening since our first episode all the way back in December of 2023! Nick's episode was recorded just before the last CXBJJ tournament so only natural the subject matter would dive deep into jiu jitsu, how it has impacted Nick, brought him community, patience, and spilled over into how he gives back to the community! An episode a long time in...
2025-05-161h 21The Zach and Pat ShowPOSITIVELY IMPACTING PEOPLE: Hardscaping Business, Relationships, Fatherhood (feat. Joe Francke)In today's episode we are joined by the head of Big Bend Landscaping - Joe Francke! A son of Kentucky who transplanted to the Lou in his youth, Joe is not only a thriving entrepreneur as the head of one of the biggest and highest rated landscaping/hardscaping firms here at home (with ASTONISHING low turnover) but he is also a dedicated husband and father - taking his southern influence of positively impacting people to the next level in the markets and at home! Whether you're moving to somewhere completely new, running a business, or parenting young ones, Joe...
2025-05-131h 06The Zach and Pat ShowJUNIOR SILVA: BJJ Black Belt/Academy Owner, Operating Multiple Businesses, Fatherhood, Faith, FamilyIn today's episode we are so pleased to bring you another huge staple in the STL BJJ scene...the head of Revive BJJ in St. Charles and a marquee member of TAC Team - Junior Silva! Junior is a huge part of many people's bjj tenure throughout STL and his story dives deep into his youth in Brazil, coming to the US (Miami by way of STL), running multiple businesses here locally, his faith as a Christian and how this plays a part in raising his kids. A soft spoken guy with a hell of a lot of heart...
2025-05-0959 minThe Zach and Pat ShowPROFESSOR CUTZ: Joe Heintz Life of Barbering, Boxing, Growth Through FatherhoodIn today's episode we are pleased to bring you Joe Heintz! Joe is a local STL barber and boxer, his days cutting hair stemming all the way back to when he and Zach were coming up in sports together. An avid professional not only in building relationships through his chair, but Joe also has turned his passion for boxing into a professional endeavor at the same time! All this while maintaining healthy relationships at home and investing time as a devoted father too. For stories, business advice, fighting perspective, there's something here for everyone to tap into!...
2025-05-061h 03The Zach and Pat ShowMIKE ROGERS: Coaching, Gym Ownership, Fatherhood, BJJ OG in STLIn today's episode we are joined by one of STL's longest practicing bjj players, coaches, and gym owners - the head of SCMMA - Mike Rogers! A dedicated father and business owner, join us as Mike breaks down his history growing up in Oakville, seeing MMA mature through it's early days, coaching around local greats like Joaquin Buckley and Tyrone Woodley, and his multiple business ventures while remaining a dedicated and loving father!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! Follow us on IG! @zach_fagas @stl_mortgagenerd 0:00 intro 0:20 sponsors 2:25 introducing...
2025-05-021h 07The Zach and Pat ShowTHE RETURN OF REMINGTON KNIGHT: Fathering Twins, Life Lessons, ArchitectureIn today's episode we are joined for the second time (as far as formal episodes) by our good friend, father now of THREE, architect, husband, bjj purple belt at WMA - REMINGTON KNIGHT! This episode is a deep dive into fatherhood as Remington is now fathering twins making him a parent of 3! Whether you're expecting, have twins, or just want to laugh at how our man is losing so much sleep, there is something here for you!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas
2025-04-251h 27The Zach and Pat ShowHow Alex Fairbanks Took Small Town, Midwest Values Into LUXURY Home Sales in Northern CaliforniaIn today's episode we are joined by a very special guest, without whom NONE OF THIS would be possible - Alex Fairbanks! Alex is an accomplished real estate agent, mentor, team leader, and of course - Zach mentored under Alex many years ago. It is said many times in this podcast that the influence Alex has over people comes deep from his values and remembering that is the relationship that builds the business. Alex found his niche in luxury homes out in Sacramento CA. Tap in as we break down his humble origins, moving from the midwest out to...
2025-04-221h 08The Zach and Pat ShowLEAP OF FAITH: Brian Krispin on STL Cards Radio, Management at Fit Flavors, 75 Hard, Betting on HimIn today's episode we have the spouse of a guest featured earlier this year! A lifelong friend of Zach's, manager of operations at our favorite spot Fit Flavors, husband to Katie Finnegan-Krispin, and 75 Hard finisher (they did it together as a married couple, remember?) - Brian Krispin! Brian's story has lots of hometown charm dating back to his time working for the Mike Shannon Show early in his adulthood, switching gears to work for Fit Flavors in their management team, and what it's like being married to an estate planning legal powerhouse like Katie! Join us as we cover...
2025-04-181h 12The Zach and Pat ShowSWEET BABY RAY HAYES: Ray's Life of Fighting, Going Pro, Being Orphaned, Blue Collar PrideIn today's episode we sit down with "Sweet Baby" Ray Hayes, a pro fighter currently sitting at 6-1 all time! Ray sits down with us as he's prepping for his upcoming fight next month and tell us all about his small town origins, what it meant to grow up fast after the passing of his parents in a fatal car accident in 2016, playing the dad role and the challenges he faced when helping raise his little brother, going pro, and what direction he thinks MMA is going to go! A soft spoken, blue collar man with a lot of...
2025-04-111h 39The Zach and Pat ShowLIFE LONG LEARNER: Kyle Watson's Journey Through the Ultimate Fighter, UFC, and BJJ DOMINANCE in STLIn today's episode Zach and Pat are joined by a very special guest - Kyle Watson! Kyle is the head of Watson Martial Arts as well as the coach of both hosts (as well as producer Murph when he is home) and has had a prolific career in combat sports early in life and one of the top rated bjj schools in the midwest here and now. Kyle's journey takes us through his early days starting martial arts as a kid with no sports background, his upbringing coaching under UFC great Matt Hughes HIT Squad, bringing humor to the...
2025-04-081h 41The Zach and Pat ShowQ&A: What Would You Teach a Space Alien, Wildest Conspiracy Theories, One Skill to Master?In this episode Zach and Pat run it solo as they go over YOUR questions including what they would teach an extraterrestrial if it came to earth (and was peaceful lol), wildest conspiracy theories they've heard, a skill they each would like to master, what tv show they think everyone should watch at least once, and so much more!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro0:20 sponsors2:30 some lessons on Zach’s 32nd...
2025-04-0442 minThe Zach and Pat ShowRIVER CITY METAL: Brian Bunfill's Journey in Business and Union Leadership in St. Louis!In today's episode we are joined by Brian Bunfill, a union metal worker and the head of his own company River City Iron Works. Brian has an awesome journey of becoming a father young, dropping out of community college to pursue the trades, working on some of the most historic sites across the STL area and also is a Watson Martial Arts blue belt under Kyle Watson. Join us as we learn about trade life, why it's necessary, why unions are great for markets, and a lot more from a fun and a business savvy guy that keeps it...
2025-04-011h 32The Zach and Pat ShowSHE LIVED: Jamie Thurber's Journey Through Personal Growth for Herself and OthersIn today's episode, we are joined by Jamie Thurber, a coach and consultant whom has helped many women and men both personally and professionally find the answers to what defaults within them and how that impacts their professional life and how it stems from their personal lives. Join us for refreshing takes, useful tips, and some really unique things she's picked up from her clients and life experiences!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! Follow us on IG! @zach_fagas @stl_mortgagenerd 0:00 intro 0:20 sponsors 2:25 introducing Jamie
2025-03-281h 20The Zach and Pat ShowUNA VIDA...Zach Conley's Journey Taking a Tequila From Concept to Up and Coming Market DOMINATORIn today's episode, we are joined by Zach T. Conley - an entrepreneur and spirits specialist being the head of Una Vida Tequila! Zach's story is one of grit and learning on his feet as he and his business partner took and idea from concept, gained the attention and support of Andy Frisella and Chris Klein, and are now making major noise in the world of spirits and alcoholic beverages dominating the midwest markets!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd
2025-03-251h 14The Zach and Pat ShowFrom Trailer Park to Tycoon: Jeremy’s WILD Ride to Business SuccessIn today's episode we are joined by Jeremy Bedenbaugh - origins from humble South Carolina whom moved to St. Louis many years ago and decided to call the Lou home! Jeremy's story is a testament to the power of mindset - growing up in a trailer park where nothing around him looked like success. He was able to think big and eventually leave his hometown pursuing college - eventually leading him to fatherhood, entrepreneurship, coaching, being a faith leader, and savvy real estate investor! If you're someone who thinks your beginnings have to dictate where you end up...
2025-03-211h 31The Zach and Pat ShowLONG LIVE THE NOTE: Reed Low on Being STL Blues Hockey Enforcer, Fatherhood, Finding JesusIn today's episode we are joined by STL Blues Hockey alumni and fellow AU creator - Reed Low! Reed's story begins in Canada where he found his love for hockey early on. Although not a violent person by nature, Reed was able to turn his devotion to his teammates into a prolific career as an enforcer getting into tons of fights throughout. An accomplished auctioneer, father, and deep in his love for Jesus - Reed's story reminds us that the weight we carry is often simply not worth the guilt and shame we attribute to it. Great for any...
2025-03-181h 13The Zach and Pat ShowThe Science of Success: Kory's Journey of Pro MMA, Coaching, Fatherhood (feat. Kory Beck)In this episode Zach and Pat are joined by Kory Beck aka The Scientist - a pro MMA fighter and coach, bjj brown belt, engineer for Nike, and father to his six year old son. Kory's story deals with his scientific approach to not only fighting but also life as he illustrates that most problems can be broken down to simple data to find the best outcome. Join us as we recount lessons from his fights and training camps, what being a dad at a young at taught him, and the mentality to be successful at both in this...
2025-03-141h 24The Zach and Pat Show115. The Gina and Melisa Show (feat. Gina Fagas and Melisa Menkovic)Today is a very special day as the mothers of our children, Gina and Melisa join in as we breakdown some of our thoughts behind the book Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy. But more importantly, we give an in-depth look at how to recognize behaviors in our kids that we inspire, how to effectively communicate better as parents/adults, and let the stories flow on the last five years of collective parenting!
2025-01-241h 22The Zach and Pat Show107. A Very Zach and Pat Christmas Special!In today's episode, Zach and Pat are embracing the holiday spirit in full Christmas attire and dedicating the time to playing This or That just for the season of giving. Tap in and answer along with us as we conquer all categories media, food, and tradition! 0:00 intro 0:20 sponsors 4:10 xmas away or at home? 8:55 real tree or artificial? 10:30 best Christmas song? 11:45 xmas presents or food? 17:05 mold wine or hot chocolate? 17:15 advent or 12 days of xmas? 17:35 dinner or leftovers 17:45 elf or...
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The Zach and Pat Show20 Do's and Dont's: DISNEY, BJJ TOURNAMENTS, UFC 298After a week away, the fellas touch base on Pat's vacation, Zach's tournament, and the last UFC card!
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The Zach and Pat Show17. Taking Chances, Embracing Change (feat. Murphy Wells)With Pat being out on vacation, Zach and Murph decided to do a one on one to bring things full circle since the conversation that birthed this podcast! We talk to Murph about his story, his different ventures in business, and some crazy stories about his life before this one!
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The Zach and Pat Show5. Relationship EssentialsIn today's episode, we go over 16 words and we Zach and Pat relate them to the people in their lives! Join us for laughs, insights, and lessons on how to see people in your life!
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The Zach and Pat Show1. IntroductionsMeet your hosts Zach Fagas and Pat O'Doyle! Two St. Louis guys excited to talk to you about manhood, business, and winning at both!
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