• Episode 019 - Rodney Baker - Father, Entrepreneur, Community Servant, Personal Trainer, Friend, and a Person who Gives Back
    Mar 3 2025

    Rodney came out to talk a little and catch up. I have not seen Rod in the flesh for years, but we went to high school together. I knew he was out doing this fitness thing, Gifted Elite Academy, but what I did not know, was that Rodney has been working for his community and giving back for ever, and it is just in his blood. We got to talk about so many things with family, love, life, mentality, just living right. Lotta shout outs to old friends too. This dude is the genuine article. He is "Never Not Working"

    Gifted Elite Academy FB: https://www.facebook.com/GiftedEliteAcademy

    Gifted Elite Website: https://giftedeliteacademy.com/

    Gifted ELite IG: https://www.instagram.com/Gifted_elite

    Gifted Elite TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@giftedelite?_t=8mSFLfh8z4Z&_r=1

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Episode 018 - Phil Juarez - Old Friend, Skater, Gang Member, Mental Health Advocate, Dad
    Feb 23 2025

    I knew when Phil came over we could cover some topics, but in no way did I expect to go so deep down into some of the Darkest parts of mental health. I love this man so very much, he was part of what raised me from age 11 to 18. I spent hours upon hours with this dude grinding hand rails, jumping off ramps, rippin heaters, and just skating and talking. Since those days Phil is still the same great human, but he has a pretty powerful and emotional story to tell. He is figuring it out everyday, and I am grateful that he was willing to sit down for 2+ hours with me and talk about our past, present, and future.

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    2 hrs and 23 mins
  • Episode 017 - Amanda Wright - Entrepreneur, Twin Mom, Photographer - Werk Force Brewing
    Feb 17 2025

    Amanda owns the best brewery in the Southwest Suburbs, she has 3 beautiful children, and sexy husband named Brando. But before all that, Amanda was a sick ass Photographer, kick ass around the Chicagoland area. We had a very awesome conversation about her journey through life that I think a lot of you will really love.

    Werk Force: https://www.werkforcebrewing.com/

    WF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkforcebrewingco

    WF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkforcebrewing

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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • Avg Joe Sports - Guest Appearance on First and Ten with Foz - The State of Chicago Sports 2025
    Feb 12 2025

    I was honored to collaborate with my homie @FirstTenFoz to talk about the sad state of Chicago sports as a whole in 2025. We had to break down the @ChicagoBears @cubs @whitesox @ChicagoBulls and the @blackhawks and discuss who has the brightest long term and immediate future in our city. And talk about the legacy we are leaving our young children in this terrible period of Chicago Sports history.

    You can see all of Foz's content on his Youtube Page linked above and follow his FB pages for More Content. Check out Bedrocks Bar in Shorewood, amazing Pizza and Craft Beer Selection.

    First and Ten with Foz Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19c5Lvto2Y/?mibextid=S66gvF

    First and Ten with Foz Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094519232595

    Chicago Bears Fan 4 Ever Group: https://www.facebook.com/CBF4E

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Episode 016 - Eric Kapraun - Ex Coworker and Office Roomie, Current Friend, Beautiful Human, Hop Samurai
    Feb 8 2025

    Eric and I worked at Phase Three Brewing together in the early days, but before that Eric worked for many years for Half Acre Beer Co. He is such a radical guy, and this conversation was much needed. I think you guys will love his approach and perspective on life and work as much as I do. Bro is a superstar.

    Yakima Chief Website: https://www.yakimachief.com/

    Dark Matter Coffee Website: https://www.darkmattercoffee.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqNzmI1FL9Xy0GuhEdhnJcd3N31gcZ6AmOrRYDaj59WDbZnU3GX

    Phase Three Brewing: https://www.phasethreebrewing.com/

    Half Acre Beer Co: https://halfacrebeer.com/

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    2 hrs and 39 mins
  • Episode 015 - Jeremy Schmidt, Friend, Taproom Manager at Crafted 1979, Lions Fan - Average Joe and Friends
    Jan 20 2025

    This man has gone through so much recently. Like a whirlwind, from spending a sunday on the sideline for Bears vs Lions, to tragedy, to the @detroitlionsnfl flying him out for the Vikings Vs. Lions Season wrap up and now just back to everyday life. I love this man so much, he is a friend and a Craft Beer Legend. The best of the best, I hope you enjoy the conversation and hug the people around you a little tighter.

    Here is an article from Jeff Seidel about the whole situation: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/jeff-seidel/2025/01/07/detroit-lions-fans-jeremy-schmidt-ben-roth/77490338007/

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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • Episode 014 - Mike Pallen - Small Biz Owner, Craft Beer Dude, Music Man, Father, Foodie, Sneakerhead
    Dec 23 2024

    Meet Mike Pallen. Sure, he started a super successful brewery in Elk Grove Village 8 years ago or something like that, but he is also just a really cool person. He had a whole life before beer in the music industry locally and across the country. He loves cars, sneakers, awesome food, and he is also a damn fine family man.

    He also brought some crazy good Oxtail Sandwiches from Dorrie's Kitchen with some Sweet Honey Siracha Wings. As seen on @super_goode located in Elk Grove Village. So tasty. Check out @Super_Goode on Instagram and Youtube and he has a Merch store etc... Love what he is doing on the local food scene.

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    3 hrs and 3 mins
  • Episode 013 - Jeff Beal - Wine Expert, Bourbon Guy, Craft Beer Lover, Railroad Man, Foodie, Music Man
    Dec 15 2024

    My friend Jeff Beal is the absolute GOAT. Longtime railroad man turned Wine Expert, Craft Beer lover, and bourbon guy. Sure he may look like Coach Quenneville but the man can spin a yarn as good as anyone. I love talking to the guy with or without microphones running and I think you all are gonna enjoy Jeff as much as I do.

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    3 hrs and 2 mins