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Nightmare Success In and OutFrom Prison to Properties: The Inspiring Journey of Donald HintonIn this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Donald Hinton, who shares his inspiring journey from a troubled childhood to overcoming significant challenges in prison and ultimately finding success in real estate. Donald discusses the impact of his father's incarceration on his life, and the turning point that led him to change his life while in prison. His son came to visit him in the exact same prison visiting room Donald had visited his own dad. He committed he was going to break the cycle. He emphasizes the importance of planning for life after incarceration, the challenges he...2025-07-0346 min
Dark Finds PodcastBrent Cassity - Nightmare Success, From CEO to CellblockIn this powerful episode, Brent Cassity opens up about his dramatic fall from corporate success to federal prison — and the remarkable personal transformation that followed. Once a high-flying CEO, Brent shares how his father's incarceration foreshadowed his own, and how the weight of shame, stigma, and regret nearly broke him.Through raw storytelling and hard-won insight, Brent reflects on the emotional toll of the plea process, the collapse of his business, and the surreal moment he stepped inside prison walls. But what followed wasn’t just survival — it was the beginning of something redemptive.We d...2025-05-291h 17Nightmare Success In and OutThe Bookie behind the Shohei Ohtani story: Mindset is Mathew Bowyer’s SuperpowerDo you remember the sport story that captivated the nation about LA Dodgers Shohei Ohtani who's business manager and interpreter was illegally gambling millions of Ohtani's money? In this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Mathew Bowyer, who was the bookie who ran the largest exclusive illegal sports book in the nation to the rich and famous. Matt shares his journey from a challenging childhood marked by family struggles and a gambling addiction to creating the largest illegal sports betting business in the nation. Matthew was indicted last year and decided to take a path...2025-05-221h 30Nightmare Success In and Out"My Life is Over" but it wasn't: The Tanya Pierce StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity speaks with Tanya Pierce, who shares her harrowing journey from a successful real estate career to facing federal indictment and imprisonment. Tanya discusses her early life, the shock of her indictment, the challenges of her trial, and the emotional turmoil of receiving a guilty verdict. She reflects on her experiences in federal prison and the lessons learned about resilience and personal growth. In this conversation, Tanya Pierce shares her transformative journey through prison and reentry, highlighting her adaptation to life in prison, the challenges of reentry, and her advocacy for...2025-05-1551 minNightmare Success In and OutDoes Personal Growth come from Adversity? The Tyler Foster StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity speaks with Tyler Foster, a young 22 year old man who faced his worst fears as a teenager and transformed his life after a traumatic encounter with the criminal justice system and prison time. HIs experience ignited his passion for criminal legal reform. Tyler chose to lead with his story and not hide from it. It is the main reason why he was accepted into law school with a full tuition scholarship.. Tyler shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a go to "jailhouse attorney" to being accepted in...2025-05-081h 05Nightmare Success In and OutNew York Prosecutor Serves Prison Time: The Tara Lenich StoryImagine if you were a well known New York Prosecutor and you found yourself as an inmate in a Federal Prison. How does one make that situation work? In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Tara Lenich, a former New York prosecutor who faced her worst fears when she was arrested for forging a signature of a judge for a wiretap that resulted in spending time in a federal prison. Tara shares her journey from a successful career in law to navigating the complexities of the legal system as a defendant. The conversation explores themes of...2025-05-0151 minNightmare Success In and OutA 15 Year Old Survives His Nightmare And Becomes A Success: The Keenan Hudson StoryIn this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity speaks with Keenan Hudson, who shares his harrowing journey from a troubled youth in Philadelphia to serving nearly 15 years in prison for a robbery that included a group of kids that turned fatal. Keenan discusses the challenges he faced growing up without a father, the impact of his mother's death who he was incredibly close to, and the choices that led him down a dark path. He reflects on what it was like to enter maximum security prison as teenager knowing that this would be the place he...2025-04-2459 minNightmare Success In and OutPartner of Famous Stratton Oakmont: The Richard Bronson StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Richard Bronson, a former partner at Stratton Oakmont from the movie "The Wolf Of Wall Street", who shares his incredible journey from Wall Street success to prison and back. Richard discusses the challenges he faced, the lessons learned, and how he turned his life around after incarceration. The conversation delves into the realities of life in prison, the impact of his past decisions, and the importance of resilience and personal growth. In this conversation, Richard Bronson shares his unique experiences in prison, highlighting the humor and humanity often overlooked in...2025-04-171h 20Nightmare Success In and OutFrom Prominence to Prison: Mikel Jones JourneyIn this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Mikel Jones, a former prominent attorney who faced a dramatic fall from grace, leading to a 42-month prison sentence. Mikel Jones was a nationally recognized attorney who was a frequent guest on numerous TV and radio shows. He was General Counsel for the impactful Congressman Alcee Hastings. Mikel shares his journey from a troubled childhood in Philadelphia to becoming a successful lawyer, his experiences with the FBI, the challenges of trial and conviction, and the harsh realities of prison life. His Reentry story is raw and real. He discusses the...2025-04-101h 26Nightmare Success In and OutInjustice for a 17 year old girl: The Sheena Eastburn StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Sheena Eastburn, who shares her harrowing journey from being convicted of murder at 17 to serving 25 years in prison. Sheena discusses her traumatic childhood, including getting married at the age of 15. She shares with us the nightmare of the night that forever changed her life. Sheena shares with us what goes through your mind when you are sentenced to life without parole as a teenager. Sexual abuse happened to Sheena with a guard while she was in jail waiting for her trial. The evidence of this abuse was purposedly hidden...2025-04-0357 minNightmare Success In and OutA True Survivor Story: Creator of Prison Land Jerry DurandIn this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Jerry Durand, who survived being sentenced to 20 years in prison, the heartache of his wife's death while he was incarcerated, then dealing with his own prostate cancer diagnosis, shingles, and covid. He shares his harrowing journey from being a successful investor in the foreign currency market to being sentenced to 20 years in prison after going to trial for financial crimes. Jerry discusses the challenges he faced during his time in prison, his innovative idea for a game called 'Prison Land', and the lessons he learned about resilience...2025-03-271h 30Nightmare Success In and OutPrison to Police Sergeant: Ameer Williams Inspiring Comeback StoryHow does a guy go from a five year prison sentence to Police Sergeant? In this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Ameer Williams, who shares his incredible journey from a troubled childhood and drug dealing to serving time in prison and ultimately becoming a police sergeant. Ameer discusses the challenges he faced during his early life, his descent into crime, the realities of prison life, and his unexpected path to redemption through a second chance at life. His story serves as an inspiration for those seeking to overcome their fears and transform their lives to make the...2025-03-2054 minNightmare Success In and OutMeet The Real Divine G portrayed in Oscar Nominated Sing Sing MovieMeet the real Divine G Whitfield who inspired the Academy Award nominated Movie Sing Sing. Colman Domingo was nominated for Best Actor playing Divine G in the movie Sing Sing. Divine G is just attended the Academy Awards for his movie. In this episode of the Nightmare Success Podcast, host Brent Cassity engages in a profound conversation with Divine G Whitfield and Attorney Jeffrey Deskovic, both of whom have experienced the harrowing reality of wrongful conviction. Divine G shares his journey of resilience, creativity, and the founding of Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA)while serving 25 years in prison for...2025-03-1353 minNightmare Success In and OutBroadway to Behind Bars to Paying it Forward: The Brad Rouse StoryIn this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Brad Rouse, an award winning Broadway theater director and writer who shares his journey from a middle-class upbringing in St. Louis to the heights of Broadway and the depths of addiction. Brad discusses his early love for theater, his time at Harvard, and the pivotal moments that led to his struggles with addiction and eventual arrest. Through candid storytelling, he reflects on the lessons learned and the transformative power of facing one's fears and challenges. In this conversation, Brad shares his journey from addiction and incarceration to...2025-03-061h 05Nightmare Success In and OutLife without Parole for a Non violent drug charge: The Erik BurgessErik Burgess never gave up the hope he was getting out of prison. In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews with Erik Burgess, who shares his incredible journey from being sentenced to life in prison without parole to ultimately finding freedom. Ultimately, Erik was in prison for 18 years and was set free. The conversation delves into the challenges of prison life, the importance of family support, and the strategies Erik employed to maintain hope and resilience during his incarceration. Erik discusses the legal battles he faced, the impact of advocacy groups, and the emotional rollercoaster of...2025-02-2756 minNightmare Success In and OutFrom Prison to Co-Founder of a College: The Karlos Harris StoryHow does a guy go from 11 years in prison to being the co-founder of DSDT College? In this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity engages in a deep conversation with Karlos Harris, a man who has transformed his life after serving 11 years in prison. They discuss overcoming fears, the importance of self-education, and the impact of childhood experiences on personal growth. Carlos shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and educator in technology, emphasizing the power of resilience and the choices that shape our lives. In this conversation, Karlos L. Harris...2025-02-201h 25Nightmare Success In and OutFrom Rock Bottom to Redemption: The Maggie Young StoryHow does one go from a recovery patient to the Chief Recovery Officer of the same place, Liberation Programs?In this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Maggie Young, the Chief Recovery Officer for Liberation Programs. Maggie shares her transformative journey from a troubled childhood in Alabama, through years of addiction and incarceration, to her current role helping others in recovery. Maggie is 33 years sober, and was indicted into the prestigious Hall of Change in Connecticut. This is awarded to individuals who have made the most impact returning home from prison. She discusses the impact of her upbringing...2025-02-131h 04Nightmare Success In and OutWho do you call when you are in trouble? Craig Rothfeld Founder of Inside OutsideThe New York Post Headline: Luigi Mangione hires Harvey Weinstein's Prison Consultant, Craig Rothfeld.
In this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Craig Rothfeld, a former finance professional turned prison consultant. Craig shares his journey from a successful career in finance to facing 18 months in prison for investment and tax fraud. Craig says, "I coupled my 22 months defending myself and 18 months of incarceration to become an expert on New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. I now devote my life to guiding clients and their families through the New York State prison system and beyond." When...2025-02-061h 18Nightmare Success In and OutTurning the Impossible into the Possible: The Dr. Antoinette Glenn Story
Antoinette Glenn was told she could not have a career in education because she was a federal ex-felon. That motivated her to become Dr. Antoinette Glenn who received her Doctorate in Education and has spent over 20 plus years serving high-risk economically disadvantaged children as a teacher and principal. In this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Dr. Antoinette Glenn, who shares her incredible journey from a troubled childhood to a life-changing prison sentence and ultimately to becoming a person of purpose. Antoinette discusses the challenges she faced, including an abusive relationship, a federal raid, and...2025-01-3056 minNightmare Success In and OutUnited Kingdom Venture Capitalist indicted by USA: The Ron Bauer StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Ron Bauer, an international venture capitalist and entrepreneur who shares his journey of overcoming fears and navigating through personal and professional challenges as a United Kingdom citizen indicted by the United States. Ron discusses his early life in Canada, his passion for the stock market, and his experiences living in Israel. He recounts the successful merger of his company with Africa Oil and the subsequent challenges he faced, including legal issues related to stock manipulation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of education, mentorship, and resilience in the face of...2025-01-231h 17Nightmare Success In and OutUnited Kingdom Venture Capitalist indicted by USA: The Ron Bauer StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Ron Bauer, an international venture capitalist and entrepreneur who shares his journey of overcoming fears and navigating through personal and professional challenges as a United Kingdom citizen indicted by the United States. Ron discusses his early life in Canada, his passion for the stock market, and his experiences living in Israel. He recounts the successful merger of his company with Africa Oil and the subsequent challenges he faced, including legal issues related to stock manipulation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of education, mentorship, and resilience in the face of...2025-01-231h 17Nightmare Success In and OutLawyer then prison, homeless, and now CEO: The Jeffrey Abramowitz StoryHow do you go from being a successful attorney to prison to being homeless to being the CEO of national reentry nonprofit? In this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Jeffrey Abramowitz, who shares his transformative journey from a successful Philadelphia lawyer to a passionate advocate for criminal justice reform and education as CEO of the Petey Green Program that educates people impacted by the criminal legal system. He is also the host and producer of the award-winning television and radio show "Looking Forward." Jeff discusses the pivotal moments in his life, including his incarceration for wire, mail...2025-01-0947 minNightmare Success In and OutA Life Sentence, A Path to Redemption: The Lester Young StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Lester Young, a former inmate who turned his life around after serving 22 years of a life sentence. Lester is the founder of Path2Redemption a non-profit that helps the formerly incarcerated transition back into society. The organization also has a powerful at-risk youth program. Young is a TEDX Speaker, a Best-Selling Author, and a Keynote Speaker. The conversation explores themes of trauma, grief, and the journey to redemption. Young shares his experiences of losing his mother at a young age, facing incarceration, and ultimately finding purpose through education and...2025-01-0259 minNightmare Success In and OutBuilding Second Chances: Sean Stegeman's and Lee Loveall's CMC JourneyIn this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Sean Stegeman and Lee Loveall about what it means to value a real second chance after prison. They discuss Sean's journey from a troubled youth to in and out of prison in his twenty's and early thirty's and ultimately finding faith and purpose in life. Lee shares insights on building a successful company, CMC, that builds the buildings for the popular coffee chain 7 Brews Coffee. He needed workers and the guys getting out of prison were looking for a real opportunity to survive. Lee believed in Sean and a passion...2024-12-191h 19Nightmare Success In and OutUS Army Combat Vet: PTSD Expert: Federal Prison, The Jeremy Harrell StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews veteran Jeremy Harrell. Jeremy is a Iraq War Combat Veteran. He was diagnosed with PTSD and became a national expert on the subject. He created Veterans Club INC, that is a nationally recognized non-profit that helps veterans recover from PTSD. How did he get federally indicted? Harrell shares his incredible journey from a challenging childhood to serving in the military and founding Veterans Club, Inc. The conversation delves into Jeremy's experiences with PTSD, the struggles of reintegration into society, and the legal challenges he faces as a veteran. Through...2024-12-121h 15Nightmare Success In and OutFrom Montreal to Omaha to Prison: The Wendy Lankton StoryHow does Wendy Lankton go from a wife working in her husbands law firm in Montreal to being arrested in a drug conspiracy in Omaha Nebraska? It is quite the Odessey to what she is doing today. In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Wendy Lankton, who shares her harrowing journey from addiction to incarceration and eventual recovery. Wendy discusses the impact of the Federal CARES Act on her life while she was serving a 15-year Federal prison sentence. She shares her complicated experiences growing up in Nebraska, and the choices that led her to prison...2024-12-051h 13Nightmare Success In and OutCarlos Watson: The Visionary Entrepreneur Railroaded by InjusticeOn this episode of Nightmare Success with Brent Cassity, we explore the shocking and deeply troubling story of Carlos Watson—a pioneering Silicon Valley entrepreneur who built OZY Media from the ground up, transforming it into a
near-billion-dollar powerhouse. But in 2019, everything changed. When Watson refused to sell OZY to East Coast
competitor Ben Smith (formerly of BuzzFeed)—not once, but five times—the trouble began. By 2021, as Watson prepared for a pre-IPO round, he was smeared in the press, and over the last two years, he faced a stunning indictment and
conviction in Brooklyn—despite having no ties to the b...2024-11-281h 27Nightmare Success In and Out"Dad what were you thinking?" Bill Carlson's Journey from American Dream to PrisonThe call to his daughter explaining how he had committed a white collar crime...her response was, "Dad what were you thinking?" Bill Carlson established his own investment firm naming the firm after his grandfather Victor. He had it all but became blinded by chasing the material things in life. He ended up making a choice that changed his life. In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Bill Carlson, who shares his journey from achieving the American Dream to facing federal prison for mail fraud. Bill reflects on the choices that led to his downfall, the...2024-11-211h 03Nightmare Success In and OutThe Nightmare Marriage: The Leah Howard Story
In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Leah Howard, who shares her harrowing journey from a troubled marriage to a life-changing incident that led her to prison. Leah discusses her early life, the challenges of her marriage, the stalking she endured, and the climactic moment when she snapped that changed everything. Through her experiences, Leah found her purpose and now works in prison ministry, helping others find hope and healing. In this conversation, Leah Howard shares her harrowing journey from a moment of crisis that led to a life-altering incident, through her experiences in the legal...2024-11-141h 00Nightmare Success In and OutFounder of Real Estate Empire Falls: Sentenced to Years in Prison at 77 Years Old, John DimennaIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews John Dimenna, a former real estate mogul who sold his commercial real estate empire before the crash of 2008. Many said he was the smartest guy in the business. He says he began to believe it, and he jumped back in the game instead of a comfortable retirement... at 77 years old he was federally convicted to years in prison. John shares his journey of becoming a successful entrepreneur. He talks about the pitfalls he encountered in the real estate market, and the eventual business collapse that led to his incarceration...2024-11-071h 10Nightmare Success In and OutFacing Your Fears: The Journey of Nate SchottCould Nate Schott have been the next United States Senator from Tennessee, probably. In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity engages with Nate Scott, who shares his journey from a successful entrepreneurial career in dentistry to facing the consequences of healthcare fraud. Schott was known to buy groceries for folks or letting someone stay rent free to get back on their feet. Nate reflects on his challenging upbringing, the impact of addiction within his family, and the pressures of success that ultimately led to his downfall. The conversation delves into themes of resilience, personal growth, and the...2024-10-311h 17Nightmare Success In and OutRedemption Behind Bars, A Story Of Hope: Jason HollandCan a teenager, who commits a murder, find redemption and purpose back in society 28 years later? In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews Jason Holland, who shares his harrowing journey from a life of crime to serving 28 years in prison for a murder that he would give anything to be able to take back that night. Jason's story became a national story covered by Rolling Stone Magazine, a Documentary titled "Reckless Indifference," and Actor Charles Grodin wrote and directed a play about the teenagers convictions in Malibu. Jason reflects on his childhood, the incident that changed...2024-10-171h 14Nightmare Success In and OutProstate Cancer In Prison: CEO survives it all, The David Grosky StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity speaks with David Grosky, a former CEO and attorney who faced a tumultuous journey from corporate success to incarceration. His case went from SEC violations to criminal charges. David shares his experiences of navigating the complexities of the legal system, the emotional toll of losing family members while in prison, and the importance of family support during challenging times. He discusses the pressures of plea bargaining, and the realities of prison life. Grosky also opens up about his battle with prostate cancer while in prison and the support he received...2024-10-101h 00Nightmare Success In and OutCommitting to Change and Rebuilding a Life: The Portia Louder StoryIn this episode of Nightmare Success, Brent Cassity interviews Portia Louder, author of the book Living Louder- A Compassionate Journey Through Federal Prison. Portia shares her incredible journey from a non-traditional upbringing to facing the challenges of teenage motherhood, addiction, and ultimately, a prison sentence for mortgage fraud. Portia's story is one of resilience, transformation, and the power of accountability as she navigates her way through life's obstacles and emerges stronger on the other side. In this conversation, Portia Louder shares her harrowing journey through the criminal justice system, detailing the immense pressure she faced leading up to her...2024-09-191h 10Nightmare Success In and OutOut of Isolation and Into Community: White Collar Conference October 19In this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, Brent Cassity and guests Jeff Grant, founder of White Collar Support Group, and Bill Livolsi, Deputy Director of White Collar Support Group discuss the upcoming White Collar Conference, emphasizing the importance of community and support for individuals affected by white collar crimes. They explore the challenges of reintegration into society, the significance of networking, and the diverse panels that will be featured at the conference, which aim to provide insights and inspiration for attendees to get to their next step along their journey. The conversation highlights personal stories of resilience and...2024-09-1734 minNightmare Success In and OutWall Street Hedge Fund Founder/Prison to Passion - The Chip Skowron StoryWhat happens when a Wall Street Hedge Fund Founder goes to prison. He rises in again to become a force for change of reentry. In this episode of the Nightmare Success In an Out podcast, Brent Cassity interviews Chip Skowron, the CEO of Prison Entrepreneurship Program. Chip shares his journey from being the founder of one the largest Hedge Funds on Wall Street, Frontpoint Partners, to being convicted of insider trading and serving a five-year federal sentence. Chip graduated from Yale University Medical School. He discusses his upbringing, struggles with addiction, and the pivotal moments that led him to...2024-08-0159 minNightmare Success In and OutRiveting Doctor Drama Spiraling to Prison: Myra Mabry
In this episode of the Nightmare Success in and Out podcast, Brent Cassity interviews Myra Mabry, a doctor who has overcome numerous challenges in her life. Myra's story includes dealing with her parents' divorce, finding out that her father is not her biological father, battling cancer, and going through medical school. She shares her journey of resilience and determination, highlighting the importance of perspective and the power of overcoming one's worst fears. Myra Mabry, a former OB-GYN, shares her journey into addiction and the consequences she faced. She started using opioids to manage migraines during medical school and residency...2024-05-231h 23Nightmare Success In and OutSurviving, Adapting, and the Jingle of the Keys: Sam Mangel StoryIn this episode of the Nightmare Success in and Out podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Sam Mangel, a high profile federal prison consultant who shares his jarring personal experience of going through the federal criminal justice system. Sam woke up in he early morning with a swarm of FBI agents at his door. He had no idea why they were there. They handcuffed him and put him in the back of the car giving him barley enough time to yell out to his wife to call an attorney. Sam shares how unprepared he was to handle all that was...2024-05-1654 minNightmare Success In and OutAddiction, a hit and run, and prison - The Ginjer Wulff StoryIn this episode of the Nightmare Success In and Out podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Ginjer Wulff, who shares her story of overcoming addiction and being responsible for a hit and run accident. Ginger grew up in a toxic family environment and struggled with chronic medical issues. Ginjer's medical issues got her addicted to opioids. She made the fateful decision to drive under the influence, resulting in a hit and run accident. She was and still is overwhelmed with guilt and shame. This episode explores Ginger's journey of taking responsibility for her actions and seeking redemption. She then delves...2024-04-251h 15Nightmare Success In and OutHow did a title company owner go to prison? Jacqueline Polverari
In this episode of the Nightmare Success in and Out podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Jacqueline Polverari, the founder of Evolution Reentry Services. Jacqueline shares her personal journey of making poor choices that led to her incarceration and how she used her experience to advocate for criminal justice reform. The conversation covers Jacqueline's upbringing, education, career choices, and the challenges she faced in the title business as a business owner. The episode also delves into the legal troubles Jacqueline encountered and the lack of support she received from her family as she navigated through her nightmare. Overall, the episode...2024-04-111h 20Nightmare Success In and OutDecorated FBI Agent becomes Prison Inmate - Bob LustyikHow does a decorated 24 year veteran of the FBI, who was the recipient of numerous awards and accolades for having a positive impact on the National Security of the United States, end up in federal prison for 8 years? In this episode, host Brent Cassity interviews Bob Lustyik. Bob's story is a fascinating journey from being a decorated FBI agent specializing in counterintelligence and counterterrorism to becoming a convicted felon. The conversation covers Bob's background growing up in Sleepy Hollow, his career in the FBI, and the events that led to his arrest and imprisonment. Despite the challenges he faced, Bob's...2024-04-041h 23Nightmare Success In and OutMr. Mindset, Resilience, and Grit Jeff MartinovichIn this episode of the Nightmare Success in and Out podcast, Brent Cassity interviews Jeff Martinovich, CEO of a Wealth Management Company, who shares his experience of going through a trial and being sentenced to 14 years in federal prison. He rejected 3 different plea deals standing up for what he believed to be the truth. He lost everything: his career, reputation, family, homes, assets, and liberty. Jeff served our country in the first Gulf War. He grew a wealth management company from zero to a multi-billion dollar company that faced regulatory scrutiny and allegations following the 2008 financial crisis. The process...2024-03-281h 13Nightmare Success In and OutThe Surburban Mom Experiences a Horrific Prison Journey, Lynn Espejo
How did this normal Surburban mom survive this horrific nightmarish journey through the criminal justice system? In this episode, Brent Cassity interviews Lynn Espejo. Lynn grew up in a normal middle-class family and had a successful career in accounting. However, she ended up working for a group of doctors who engaged in unethical practices. Lynn was groomed by one of the doctors to participate in fraudulent activities, which eventually led to her indictment. Despite facing challenges and betrayals, Lynn remains resilient and non-judgmental, focusing on personal growth and helping others. During this part of the conversation, Lynn discusses the...2024-03-212h 14
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...2024-03-2047 minNightmare Success In and OutEscape the Odds Man of Impact. Aaron SmithHow do you escape the odds from a bad neighborhood and a long prison sentence? Aaron Smith runs the organization Escape the Odds and he is teaching people a new hustle to escape. The news media has recognized his good work. In this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Aaron Smith, a former drug dealer who spent 12 years in prison. Aaron grew up in a tough neighborhood in Chicago and got involved in the drug business at a young age while going to college getting a business degree. However, while in prison, he made a...2024-03-0759 minNightmare Success In and OutThe Man Who Survived Bridgegate - Bill BaroniIn this episode, Brent Cassity interviews Bill Baroni, a former politician who survived the nightmare National Media story of the Bridgegate scandal and served time in federal prison. His case went all the way to the United States Supreme Court, and he won. Bill was appointed by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie as Deputy Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. The national story originated with lane closures on the George Washington Bridge. They discuss Bill's background in politics, his journey through the criminal justice system, and his advocacy for the justice-impacted community. Bill...2024-02-291h 04Nightmare Success In and OutA transformational story with a life prison sentence
Would you lose hope if you were sentenced to life in prison without parole at 16 years old? In this episode of the Nightmare Success In and Out podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Jessica Hicklin, a transgender woman who spent 26 years in prison for taking a life. Jessica shares her childhood experiences of abuse, her struggles with drugs and alcohol, and the tragic incident that led to her imprisonment. Despite the challenges she faced, Jessica never lost hope and embarked on a journey of personal transformation while in prison. She found solace in Buddhism, developed compassion for others, and became...2024-01-251h 16Nightmare Success In and OutDrew Chapin Young Tech CEO from Peak to Valley
In this episode, host Brent Cassity interviews Drew Chapin, a tech entrepreneur who faced legal troubles and imprisonment. Drew shares his journey from childhood to becoming a tech CEO and the challenges he faced in the startup world. He discusses the pressure to succeed, fundraising struggles, and the ethical dilemmas he encountered. Drew also opens up about his arrest, the plea deal he took, and the waiting period before reporting to prison. The episode highlights the emotional and mental toll of facing legal consequences and the uncertainty of the criminal justice system. In this conversation, Drew Chapin shares his...2024-01-181h 03Nightmare Success In and OutJoe Robinson 24 years in prison finds passion helping his community with financial literacyWhat type of mindset would you have if you were sentenced to 25 years to life? In this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Joe Robinson, the founder of Mindful Money. Joe shares his personal journey from growing up in the rough neighborhood of East New York, Brooklyn, to getting involved in a life of crime and eventually being sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. Despite the challenges he faced, Joe's passion for helping others and improving financial literacy remained strong. This episode highlights the importance of education, mindset, and resilience in overcoming personal nightmares and...2023-12-281h 10Nightmare Success In and OutPro Hockey Player to Prison - Carl MooseCould a guy that was a hockey player, banker, real estate investor, voice over artist, and radio show co-host lose it all and spiral into his own nightmare? Meet Carl Moose. What a great name to have on any prison yard. Carl was cut from his hockey team when he was 11 years old, and it changed his life. He made a commitment he was never getting cut from any team or job again. He excelled in hockey and then in the job world. He was the leading salesman at two different companies before he decided to go out on his...2023-08-031h 06
ALIVE with Jessica Silverman: Heal Your Inner Child + Ancestral Trauma77: Breaking Free of the Prison of Your Mind with Brent CassityHave you ever felt imprisoned by the thoughts in your mind, when your worst fear becomes reality? In this episode, I had the pleasure of connecting with my fellow Podfest fam and host of the Nightmare Success podcast, Brent Cassity to speak about breaking free of the prison of your mind. Brent and I were on a panel at Podfest called “Finding Freedom from Trauma” and aligned on the concept of feeling imprisoned by thoughts that can become addictive + self-sabotaging, we can’t find our way out, much like being locked away without a key...2023-05-191h 02
Level After Next With Katie BarnettE33: Brent Cassity: Nightmare Success, Building from Below Rock Bottom.Brent Cassity is the author of the Book Nightmare Success: Loyalty, Betrayal, Life Behind Bars, Adapting, And Finally Breaking Free: A Memoir. He is a host of the popular podcast Nightmare Success In and Out. Brent was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises, a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in 22 states. He was recognized by the national media; TIME, CNN, FORTUNE, Forbes, WALL STREET JOURNAL, and a cover story of ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT. Just when he thought he had it all, he lost it and found himself standing at the G...2023-05-0559 min
Pursuing Uncomfortable with Melissa EbkenPursuing Nightmare Success with Brent CassityBrent Cassity is the author of the Book Nightmare Success: Loyalty, Betrayal, Life Behind Bars, Adapting, And Finally Breaking Free: A Memoir. He is a host of the popular podcast Nightmare Success In and Out. Brent was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises, a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in 22 states. He was recognized by the national media; TIME, CNN, FORTUNE, Forbes, WALL STREET JOURNAL, cover story of ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT to name a few. HBO even did documentary The Young and the Dead that spawned the popular HBO Series Six Feet Under. Just w...2023-04-1946 min
The New 1%Nightmare Success - From Prison to Passion with Brent Cassity
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Brent Cassity was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in over 22 states. Brent was recognized by the national media; TIME, Fortune, Wall Street Journal, to name a few. HBO even did a documentary that spawned the TV series "Six Feet Under."
Just when he thought he had it all he l...2023-03-1956 min
SBR - Author's PodcastBrent Cassity - Nightmare SuccessWelcome to the Sunday Book Review, the Authors Podcast! On this episode, Tom welcomes Brent Cassity, author of Nightmare Success. Brent has been part of a family company pre-arranging funeral services and he tells the story of how he ended up there and the invaluable lessons he learned from his experiences. He talks about going into prison with his head held high and learning to take life one day at a time, not make the same mistake twice and find redemption. His book covers loyalty, betrayal and life behind bars. Brent talks about the mindset to step out of y...2023-03-1426 min
Money You Should AskNightmare Success. Brent CassityEpisode 226. What happens when you worst fear becomes a reality? Even after telling yourself so many times that it will never happen to you. When an unexpected life event takes you from hero to zero, it can be hard to see any hope of bouncing back. For those of us who have hit rock bottom, it's a feeling that we know far too intimately. But what happens when you pick yourself up and choose to make something great out of the ashes? And even better—what if you could use that experience as fuel for a more fulfilling life?...2023-01-1042 min
Shelor Select#184 | Brent Cassity | Standing at the gates of Leavenworth, what was it like for 3 years?Brent Cassity was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in over 22 states. Brent was recognized by the national media; TIME, Fortune, Wall Street Journal, to name a few. HBO even did a documentary that spawned the TV series "Six Feet Under." Just when he thought he had it all he lost it all and found himself standing at the Gates of Leavenworth Prison to serve a 5 year sentence. He has coined the phrase "Nightmare Success" because everything you want in life is on the other side of...2022-12-1253 min
Prisoner's PardonS2E9 - Prisoners Pardon - Brent CassityLookingat the doors of Leavenworth prison from the inside is where Brent Cassity foundhimself. Once a successful CEO of a national company and recognized by Time,Forbes and Fortune magazines, obviously Brent’s fortunes had changed. Brentdidn’t allow himself to stay down even while there. Brent’s now a successfulauthor and podcast host who used his experience of being a prisoner to makelasting changes. Listen to the simple five things Brent did to turn his worstnightmare to success. ...2022-10-2433 minPrisoner's PardonNightmare Success - Brent CassityLookingat the doors of Leavenworth prison from the inside is where Brent Cassity foundhimself. Once a successful CEO of a national company and recognized by Time,Forbes and Fortune magazines, obviously Brent’s fortunes had changed. Brentdidn’t allow himself to stay down even while there. Brent’s now a successfulauthor and podcast host who used his experience of being a prisoner to makelasting changes. Listen to the simple five things Brent did to turn his worstnightmare to success. ...2022-10-1728 min
Nightmare Success In and OutBrutally Honest Wisdom of Surviving Michael HughesThis episode is chalked full of incredible nuggets of good stuff for surviving, resilience, and determination...and this guy, Michael Hughes, is so damn smart. Mike is brutally honest about his life, his relationships, and his addictions. Mike never gave up on himself. He believed until he was breathing his last breath there was always hope to make it. Mike shares his incredible love story about he and his wife Shannon...they met in college, they married, they divorced but still loved each other and supported each other through the storms of life and remarried 14 years later. Shannon is a...2022-02-241h 08
Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Kevin PannebeckerKevin Pannebecker, owner of Upkeep Home Warranty and Mr. Fix It, is our guest this week on Getting It Right. Being a business owner, Kevin gives us some useful tips of how he started his business that should be used and implemented for anyone wanting to start a business. The most important thing he has in his DNA is doing his research and taking action towards his goal. He shares with us why it is important to have a particular service that you can promote that helps you stand out from your competition. That is why you will find...2022-02-1835 minNightmare Success In and OutHorticulturalist Folk Singer goes to Prison - Sean McFarlandSean McFarland grew up as an army brat that traveled the country. Sean is educated as a horticulturist, and he is also a talented known singer and songwriter that is currently performing with his band singing the 60 songs he wrote in prison. Running in his pajamas down a mountain in the rain away from the Feds who had ransacked his marijuana growing farm in California…this is a story to tune in for. I know what you are thinking…pot is legal in California. Well, it is until it isn’t. We discuss this.
Sean is a great storyteller who has some...2022-02-171h 14Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Rob FrisellaRob Frisella is our guest on Getting it Right this week! Rob has been in the real estate business for 30 years. He has done it all being an owner, broker, and agent. Rob's interview is loaded with his “street smarts” of this business. He let’s us in on some of his tips of handling challenging deals. Rob has so many different interests besides Real Estate. He has his pilot license…he raises chickens…he has tried his hand at stand-up comedy...just to name a few of his adventures. He is a fun listen because he doesn’t shy away from...2022-02-1135 minNightmare Success In and OutPolitician Mr. Smith goes to Prison - Jeff SmithThey should have made a movie about Jeff Smith...wait they did...A documentary titled "Can Mr. Smith Get to Washington Anymore?" He has always been a man on the move. Playing basketball at 5'6" and 100 something bumping up against bigger stronger players, but none of them more tenacious or passionate...has been a metaphor for Jeff's life. He is not afraid to tackle the deemed impossible. He got his PHD. in Political Science from Washington University St. Louis. At 25 years old he co-founded Confluence Charter Schools in St. Louis City that now has over 4,000 students. He ran for Dick G...2022-02-101h 06Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Scott Frederick Pillar to PostScott Frederick from The Scott Frederick Team Pillar to Post is our guest this week on “Getting it Right.” This is a fun listen because Scott is so open about the highs and lows of starting a business. He was a proud St. Louis City Fireman. This automatically makes Scott a 10% cooler guest. Scott shares how he has focused on creating a strong culture of service in a very competitive field and has created an incredibly successful company. He also shares how a good home inspection can benefit the whole process with the home sale. The tips Scott shares in t...2022-02-0441 minNightmare Success In and OutThe Rapper and Ex Heroine Addict - Jordan Markell and Wendy WatsonI have a couple of firsts for this weeks episode. I interview two people...Jordan Markell and Wendy Watson. This is my first interview with a female who has gone to prison. Just to warn you this episode is pretty graphic and has explicit language, but I think they are two stories that need to be heard.
Jordan (AKA Lowkey$) came from the hard crime streets of North St. Louis City. A drive by shooting cost Jordan 10 years of his life in prison. He has done a 180 with his life becoming a successful singer/rapper/songwriter with over a million s...2022-02-031h 12Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Heather Pick and Elizabeth WolfThe PickWolf Team are our guests this Week on "Getting It Right", and these girls get it right. Heather Pick and Elizabeth Wolf just finished up a blowout year helping families find homes they love. They share tips of how they work as a team, and how they play off each others strengths to grow their business. They also talk about the challenges of todays market with the pandemic and what they see happening in the St. Louis market in 2022. I also love how they share their secrets of how they balance family and work in the craziness of...2022-01-2845 minNightmare Success In and OutIowa Football Player falls to Prison - Mark RossBig Man Mark Ross is my guest this week. Mark grew up in a little town in Iowa with less than 1000 people. He also has an identical twin brother. Playing sports until dark in the park and dreaming of someday playing football for the Iowa Hawkeyes was his simple boyhood plan. Mark achieved his childhood dream of playing for the Iowa Hawkeyes football team. He shares some behind the scenes stories of what it is like to be a D-1 athlete in a town where you are worshipped. Mark had always been good with numbers. When he got out of...2022-01-271h 01Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Jennifer WilliamsJennifer Williams, owner of St. Louis Closet Company, is a St. louis Hometown Entrepreneur Success Story. Jennifer is born and bred St. Louis from being a Kirkwood High School Pioneer to getting her college education at St. Louis University earning a BA in Communications and Public Relations. While in her first semester of graduate school, and while working part-time, Jennifer decided to do what she loved: change people’s lives through custom organization. She approached the Small Business Administration to get a crash course on starting a business. Her resilience, determination, and courage willed her to walk into every ba...2022-01-211h 01Nightmare Success In and OutJeremy gets a life sentence for being an addict, unbelievable- Jeremy GilmoreJeremy Gilmore has a story that reads like a movie. Jeremy was a kid growing up in Southwest Missouri. Good parents…he loved hunting and fishing, but drifts into some friends that help get him addicted to meth. This appears to be Jeremy’s only crime…a meth addict. His story leads us through a crazy taxidermy story where he is arrested. His business competitor is the local law enforcement officer across town. This ends up costing him 1 ½ years of state prison time. Eventually, Jeremy takes us through a horrific look at our criminal justice system. He received embarrassingly awful legal r...2022-01-201h 27Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Sarah BaniIf you are looking for tips to "Getting It Right" to grow your business...you are going to want to listen to this episode. Sarah Bani is a Rockstar Gold Agent doing over 100 transactions a year with over $25 million in volume. She generously shares her secrets with how she made this happen. She says their are "riches in the niches." She believes in building trust, strong relationships, and being of service for whatever is needed. She learned this as being a volunteer at the International Institute for Refugees. She became a mentor helping people get set up to find...2022-01-1440 minNightmare Success In and OutOne of the Biggest Cases in Texas History- Ron SlovacekMy guest this week is Ron Slovacek, a true Texan survivor of his life experiences. Ron is the first person that I have interviewed who went to trial. His story is fascinating, with an inside look of a big case and the workings of the Federal Government. Ron got swept up in one of the biggest cases in Texas history…The Dallas Morning News titled it the “Dallas City Hall Corruption Case." In all, 14 defendants were convicted. The mayor received an 18-year sentence.
Ron was rolling along as a successful real estate developer, married man, and dad of 3 living the big...2022-01-131h 12
The Million Dollar Speaker - Public SpeakingEpisode #71 - Nightmare Success with Brent CassitySo excited to interview Brent Cassity. He has an amazing story about betrayal that landed him in prison for 5 years. He shares how he survived. Here are his 4 goals when he stepped in prison: 1) Connecting to the outside 2) Getting a great job 3) Getting in shape 4) Reading a book a week. Check out his story, his podcast, and his book Nightmare Success available on Amazon.
About my Guest:
Brent Cassity was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in over 22 states. Brent was re...2022-01-1246 minNightmare Success In and OutTo “fit in”he went to prison - Eric RossEric Ross grew up on the north side of St. Louis. He wanted to be liked and to be the "cool" kid in school, which sometimes got him in trouble and running with the wrong crowd. He found himself starting his own painting business, but running with a gang, living a criminal lifestyle for the adrenaline rush, and feeling of being accepted. Ross shares an incredible story of the day he was caught with 3 kilos of cocaine. He is also brutally honest about how he tried to escape everything around him in prison by taking more drugs. He had a...2022-01-061h 29Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Josh GouldWow is Josh Gould a guy that is "Getting It Right." In this episode Josh shares how he set himself free to follow his passion of building an incredible luxury brand in the St. Louis AirBNB market. Josh's secret sauce is his attention to details that makes the customer want to buy the experience he is offering. Clearly, Josh is imaginative and talented with how he knows what looks right for what he wants to create. He wasn't afraid to buck the AirBNB market of what you have to do to be successful. He paved his own path in...2021-12-1743 minNightmare Success In and OutThe Fried Honey Bun Man - Gerald MurphyGerald Murphy has many talents, but one he is famous for is being the creative inventor of the Leavenworth "fried honeybun." Murph describes the funny story of how this fried honeybun is prison made. Murph's story moves along from his early childhood growing up with "Southern Women"...with yes mam, no mam rules in the house. His Dad is his best friend and made certain moves to keep Murphy away from the trouble on the streets. Murphy was a top athlete that excelled in sports, particularly football. He shares the story of his Dad moving him to a Kansas county...2021-12-161h 27Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Brian SohnDo you want to grow and build a business? Well, that is what Brian Sohn has done with his life and business. He has an incredible story of changing careers, and letting himself free to run a very successful real estate agent who does over $30 million a year helping families with the most important financial decision of their lives.
Brain is generous in sharing tips of what he uses to make his business work. He also likes to keep score with his competition that makes it fun and helps to keep him motivated to reach even higher. R...2021-12-1047 minNightmare Success In and OutProud Respected Homebuilder to Prison - Ed LevinsonMy guest this week is Ed Levinson. Ed was a very successful homebuilder in the St. Louis area, and he is also an engaging, funny storyteller. Some of the most quality neighborhoods in the St. Louis region are a legacy of Levinson's creative vision. Ed even ventured into politics when he thought the city of Chesterfield needed a voice of reason from the business world. When the home market cratered in 2008, so did Ed's homebuilding business. A spiral of disasters happened that ended up with Ed being accused by the bank of misappropriating loan dollars with different projects. Ed fought...2021-12-091h 22
My Favorite Mistake: Business Lessons from Failures and SuccessCEO Brent Cassity Trusted His Dad and Ended Up in Prison for Fraud and ConspiracyShow notes: https://www.markgraban.com/mistake124
My guest for Episode #124 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Brent Cassity, author of the new book Nightmare Success: Loyalty, Betrayal, Life Behind Bars, Adapting, and Finally Breaking Free: A Memoir.
Brent also has a podcast – “Nightmare Success In and Out,” which explores the stories of inmates who were in and now out of prison.
Brent was a CEO of a national company, Forever Enterprises, that was recognized in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, TIME, FORTUNE, to name a few. HBO did a documentary on their...2021-12-0951 minGetting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Facundo OyenardFacundo Oyenard is an entrepreneur and owner of Azteca Insurance facundo@aztecabrokers.com cell phone # 314-359-9927. Facundo has a fascinating life story. He grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was taught by his Dad how to play golf at the early age of 3 years old. Facundo used golf to create the opportunity to earn a golf scholarship to the United States. He also credits the discipline of practicing golf to what it takes to stay determined and grow in the business world. Facundo gifts us many tips to the listener about Getting It Right. He discusses how...2021-12-0335 minGetting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Facundo OyenardFacundo Oyenard is an entrepreneur and owner of Azteca Insurance facundo@aztecabrokers.com cell phone # 314-359-9927. Facundo has a fascinating life story. He grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was taught by his Dad how to play golf at the early age of 3 years old. Facundo used golf to create the opportunity to earn a golf scholarship to the United States. He also credits the discipline of practicing golf to what it takes to stay determined and grow in the business world. Facundo gifts us many tips to the listener about Getting It Right. He discusses how...2021-12-0347 minNightmare Success In and OutDesperate road of bad choices to prison- Marc GloverYou will want to listen to this episode with Marc Glover. Marc received a 14-year sentence. He immediately takes us on a rollercoaster journey with his brutally honest assessment of all the different choices he made in his life. His Dad went to prison when he was 3 years old. He began getting kicked out of school from the 6th grade on for having issues with authority and running with the wrong crowd that eventually had him getting really good at cooking and distributing meth. Along the way, he also becomes an addict, daring prison to come and get him. His...2021-12-021h 12
Nightmare Success In and OutNightmare Success IN and OUT Thanksgiving GratitudeI want to take a pause this week and step back to let everyone know I am feeling a lot of gratitude. Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday. It was not too long ago, I was forced to not be able to be with my family for Thanksgiving. There is not a lonelier time in prison than Thanksgiving and Christmas for an inmate. It makes me happy knowing the guys I was in Leavenworth with are now home for Thanksgiving. Now that I am home, I so cherish these family moments when the family can all be together...2021-11-2402 min
The MisFitNationBrent Cassity - Nightmare SuccessBrent Cassity was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in over 22 states. Brent was recognized by the national media; TIME, Fortune, Wall Street Journal, to name a few. HBO even did a documentary that spawned the TV series "Six Feet Under." Just when he thought he had it all he lost it all and found himself standing at the Gates of Leavenworth Prison to serve a 5 year sentence. He has coined the phrase "Nightmare Success" because everything you want in life is on the other side of fear. S...2021-11-2453 min
The MisFitNationBrent Cassity - Nightmare SuccessBrent Cassity was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in over 22 states. Brent was recognized by the national media; TIME, Fortune, Wall Street Journal, to name a few. HBO even did a documentary that spawned the TV series "Six Feet Under." Just when he thought he had it all he lost it all and found himself standing at the Gates of Leavenworth Prison to serve a 5 year sentence. He has coined the phrase "Nightmare Success" because everything you want in life is on the other side of...2021-11-2454 minGetting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Shawn ReeserShawn Reeser is 6 months into being a new Real Estate Agent and he is "Getting It Right" on so many levels. Shawn came to us as a successful DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) manager. As a manager, he acquired the skillset of creating systems, relationships, and customer service. He has transitioned those skills into his business of Real Estate. Shawn time blocks the actions he needs to conquer to make business happen. He shares with us how he uses his system of using three columns of activity that are touches of old fashion, automated, and social empire branding with his...2021-11-1938 minNightmare Success In and OutFortune 1000 Salesman starts selling the wrong thing - Corbin BosiljevacWhat happens when your worst fear becomes your reality? My guest this week is Corbin Bosiljevac who shares his gripping true story of his life and choices he made that lead him from a stand out high school athlete, Kansas University Graduate, Fortune 1000 salesman, to being an upper class black-market drug dealer. Corbin is an author of his new book, "On to the Next Thing." The first chapter of his book reads like the opening scene of an action movie...with the Federal SWAT team surrounding and raiding his house, Corbin escapes and runs straight at and past the Feds...2021-11-1857 minGetting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Guest Adam BriggsFolks this week we have as our guest Adam Briggs. He is a Rockstar REMAX Gold Agent. Adam is fun to listen to with his cool vibe about how he describes how he is "Getting It Right." Adam lives in downtown St. Louis and is the best ambassador for all things downtown. He leads us into an interesting discussion of what he thinks could help keep the downtown momentum rolling, and what he sees as the future of downtown St. Louis. Adam also let's us in on his secret strategies of building his own business. I know you will...2021-11-1240 minNightmare Success In and OutLawn Care Business to Fast Money of drugs - Jim StrobbeWhat happens when your worst fear becomes your reality? My guest this week is Jim Strobbe. Strobbe and I were bunkmates in an 8x10 cell for over a year. Needless to say I got to know Strobbe. He is one cool cat. He was pretty much the "RED" (Shawshank) of Leavenworth. Strobbe was a very resourceful guy. He owned a very successful landscape business in Kansas City. He also veered into the world of quick easier money of dealing in drugs that ended up spiraling into a ten year Federal Prison sentence. Strobbe in an engaging storyteller that takes us...2021-11-1152 min
Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with guest Kaye RobertsIsn't it much easier to find someone who is "Getting It Right" and then take that piece you need and incorporate into your own business or life? Today our guest is Kaye Roberts with REMAX Gold. Kaye has been "Getting It Right" as a Real Estate Agent for 20 years, and 17 years with ReMax Gold. Kaye mixes the old fashion techniques with technology to stay plugged in with her friends and clients. She is not afraid to try something new to evolve and grow her business. Kaye has great advice on how she keeps having success year after year. This...2021-11-0437 minNightmare Success In and OutRemaining Positive when it all looks dark - James BordersWhat happens when your worst fear becomes your reality? My guest this week is James Borders. James has a story that should be made into a movie. James grew up 1 of 16 kids in Hayti, Missouri. His dad died when he was a year old. His mom held the family together. James received a life sentence as a first time non-violent defendant. He spent 21 years in the system. His story is inspiring, and you won't meet a more positive person. He remarried his wife, and they have started their own business, a clothing line called "Entwined." James shares how he adapted...2021-11-041h 04
Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityWelcome to Getting It Right! We are going to be talking to people who are "getting it right" in their business and life. We will have a heavy dose of straight talk about the Real Estate world. The secret sauce to success is finding the people who are "getting it right"...borrow and improve what they are doing to make it work for you. This week Brent Cassity interviews his co-host Jose Ponce, President of REMAX Gold. Ponce has a inspiring story of grit, determination, and discipline. He is the owner of REMAX Gold that has over 70 agents with 5...2021-10-2848 minNightmare Success In and OutMortgage King to Prison - Jason RauschelbachWhat happens when you worst fear becomes your reality? Brent Cassity interviews the people he was with in Leavenworth. They discuss life before prison, inside prison, and out of prison. This week Brent interviews Jason Rauschelbach the former CEO of The Mortgage Store. Jason shares his story of having it all losing it all and then entering the unfamiliar world of Leavenworth. He adapted to make his time work for him in prison. Jason also has some insightful thoughts about life after prison. Jason believes second chances are possible. He has stayed determined to seek opportunities outside of prison.2021-10-281h 09
Getting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityGetting It Right with Jose Ponce and Brent CassityWelcome to the Getting It Right Podcast! We are going to be talking to people who are "getting it right" in their business or life. We are here to prove that you don't have to reinvent the wheel to be a success. The secret sauce is finding the people who are getting it right with what you want to do and borrow and improve to make it work for you. We sprinkle our discussion with how to rehumanize yourself in the Real Estate Business. What does that mean? Technology has invaded every aspect of our lives...good and bad...2021-10-2106 minNightmare Success In and OutDon’t take away hope if hope is all you have - Joey Ramos (AKA Romo)What happens when your worst fear becomes your reality? This week's guest is Joey Ramos, or as I know him, “Romo”. He has a heartfelt, gripping story that takes the listener on a journey from a Texas State Maximum Prison to Leavenworth Federal Prison Camp, and then back to Federal “Bloody Beaumont” Maximum Prison in Texas. Romo struggles, but he is always trying to find the right path through his strong Catholic faith. His emotional conversation explores the violence of gangs behind the walls, and his own survival in a dangerous world. Romo believes his passion for boxing saved his life as...2021-10-2158 min