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Season 1

Oct. 31, 2022

Dak's Happy Halloween Horror Extraveganza

It's time for that special edition Halloween episode of Learning From Friends, and the guest I have on today fits the bill perfectly. My friend Dak and I have known each other for about 18 years. Out of all my …

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Oct. 3, 2022

Investing in the Markets with Rodney Baskerville Jr.

Rodney is an investor. He is there if money is to be made in the markets. During this episode, he introduces many different investing routes while unfolding his approach to investing. We discuss the stock market and what sto...

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Sept. 19, 2022

Speaking with Paron (Pt. 2) On The School-to-Prison Pipeline Issue

It is beyond an honor to have Paron return to the podcast to help bring awareness to another critical issue overlooked in our communities. The “school-to-prison pipeline” is a disturbing national trend wherein youth are funn...

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Sept. 12, 2022

Speaking with Paron About Being a Black Male Entrepreneur in the South

There are several issues in the United States today that are challenging and starting to change as our country's landscape and awareness are being addressed. Some are more visible, while most are heavily overlooked due to st...

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Sept. 5, 2022

A Behind the Cabin Door Tour with Flight Attendant Rose Dye

In this episode, I speak with Rose Dye, a friend I have known for over two decades. She is an artist, a cat mom, a nerd of all sorts, and most of all, an honest and loyal individual to family …

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Aug. 22, 2022

The Road of Addiction, Sobriety and Recovery with Chris Neal

In this episode, I speak with Chris Neal, an eclectic, strong, and wonderful human being who is gracious as he shares his battles with drug addiction, sobriety, and his road to recovery. Book recommendation -- Be Here Now by ...

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Aug. 15, 2022

Talking Travel with Tijana - Zest & Curiosity Blog Founder

In part two of my time with Tijana, the founder of Zest & Curiosity, we continue to learn about her worldwide travels. She has traveled to over 60 countries. Each trip enriched her life and gave her new perspectives. Tijana...

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Aug. 8, 2022

Talking Art with Tijana - Zest and Curiosity Blog Founder

My guest today is Tijana, blog founder and editor-in-chief of Zest & Curiosity. We are discussing her passion for art. It focuses on how art makes us feel and why art is meaningful in her life. As she shares her …

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July 25, 2022

Journeyman Sheetmetal Worker Bob Thompson Speaking About His Career i…

During this episode, I speak with one of my best friends in the world discussing the ever-important but often overlooked job of tradesman. Bob is a Journeyman who is part of the Sheet Metal Workers - SMART Local 85 in …

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July 11, 2022

Jeremiah Adkins (@themixguru) on Sound Engineering

My guest today is Jeremiah Adkins, AKA TheMixGuru, with over 20 plus years as a sound engineer based here in Georgia. He is a grammy winner and has worked with artist of all genres such as Taylor Swift, Lil Wayne, …

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June 27, 2022

Rick Carvlin on the Issue of Non-Profit Funding

During the episode, I speak with Rick Carvlin on the major issue facing the non-profit industry right now that needs more awareness, that being the lack of funding which is, unfortunately, causing many organizations to limit ...

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June 13, 2022

Brody Smithwick on the Non-Profit Organization, Lion Life Community I…

Today I speak with my friend Brody who runs a life-changing Non-Profit organization called Lion Life Community Incorporated. We are going to discuss what it takes to become a Non-Profit and what that entails, the inspiration ...

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May 30, 2022

Ryan Wright on University Florida Gators Footballl and Proponent for …

After speaking with a former guest Robby about the University of Georgia football, I decided I needed another perspective on the other side of the famous Georgia Florida Rivalry. My good friend Ryan is a lifelong fan, so I pi...

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May 23, 2022

Talking to JCM About His 6 Decade Professional Drumming Career, Part 2

In this episode, part 2 with Jonn, we discuss the music practice space he created, his transition to Christian music, what was happening/happened when the DJs completely disrupted the music business, and his take on the curre...

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May 16, 2022

Talking to JCM About His 6 Decade Professional Drumming Career, Part 1

In this episode, I am discussing music’s evolution from the 1950s growing up on the west coast upwards to today's world living on the east coast from a perspective of a professional drummer who lived it. We discuss how he …

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May 2, 2022

Robby On Why It's Great to be a Georgia Bulldog

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Robby who is a lifelong fan of the recently crowned football national champions the University of Georgia Bulldogs, as I pick his brain about his personal opinions and experienc...

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April 18, 2022

My Forever Growing Friendship with Garrison

In this episode, I am doing a continuation on the topic of friendship; in the previous episode, I spoke with my longest known friend Eden. In this episode, I am talking with my closest friend Garrison Copeland. All friendship...

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April 4, 2022

My Long Lasting (Unspoken Bond) Friendship with Eden

Today I am speaking with my longest known friend. We literally go back to the crib. We discuss how friendships can evolve over the years when you don’t go to the same schools and only see each other a handful …

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March 21, 2022

George Franco, The 'Good News' Auctioneer

Today, I am speaking with George Franco, The 'Good News' Auctioneer, whom I have been blessed with working alongside in fundraising for nonprofit organizations for 5+ years. We are not just making an impact here in Georgia bu...

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March 7, 2022

Church of Christ Minister Daniel Welker

In this episode, I speak to my friend Daniel Welker about his journey as a minister in the Church of Christ. Some topics we discuss are: what got him into the ministry, his education, his roles in the church over …

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Feb. 21, 2022

Expecting the Unexpected: Postpartum Psychosis

This episode focuses on my friend's experience with Postpartum Psychosis, a topic that needs more worldly attention and awareness brought to it. Postpartum Psychosis is a serious mental health issue that has been overlooked f...

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Feb. 7, 2022

My Father In Law Ken's Cancer Journey

During this conversation, my father-in-law shares his personal experience with gastroesophageal junction cancer. We discuss his diagnosis, treatments, and continued life without a stomach. There is always a lot that can be le...

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Jan. 24, 2022

Let's Talk Bowling & KISS with Tony

In this episode, I talk with my good friend Tony, who is passionate about bowling, and the band KISS. Bowling is a great place to meet and create new friendships, and today's conversation is a sign of that. During our …

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Dec. 27, 2021

Field Archaeology, Gardening, and Foraging w/ Will Frye

In this episode with Will, we learn about the field of Social Science with a focus on Archeology and Anthropology, The National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the importance of...

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