In this episode of the Guys Who Do Stuff podcast, hosts Joe and Josh welcome Neale Bayly , a motorcycle journalist and philanthropist, to discuss his adventurous life and work. Neale shares his experiences in Ukraine amidst the ongoing war, detailing his efforts to aid children and highlight the stories of conflict journalists. He reveals the emotional highs and lows of his journey, including moments of fear, anger, and love, and how these experiences have influenced his passion for storytelling. Neale also talks about his work with orphanages in Peru and his upcoming motorcycle tour to raise funds for the children. The episode takes listeners through Neale's incredible journey of adventure, philanthropy, and resilience.
00:00 Welcome to the Guys Who Do Stuff Podcast
00:44 Introducing Neil Bailey
01:44 Catching Up with Neil
02:50 Neil's Adventures and Projects
07:03 Journey to Ukraine
11:13 Experiences in Ukraine
24:29 Future Plans and Reflections
28:26 Driven by Physical and Philanthropic Goals
28:54 Discovering Rotary Club's Impact in Ukraine
31:09 Navigating War-Torn Ukraine
32:39 Challenges and Unexpected Moments
33:28 Reflecting on Human Connections
36:36 Expanding Philanthropic Efforts
46:29 Focusing on the Future of Wellspring
54:16 Encouraging Philanthropy and Closing Thoughts

In our very first on-camera episode, Joe and Joshua introduce Scott Brownlow, passionate fish enthusiast and creative director at the North Carolina Bankers Association. Scott shares his love for fish tanks and native fish collection, providing fascinating insights into the biology and ecology of various fish species. From his unique fishing techniques to the intricacies of maintaining freshwater and blackwater tanks, Scott's in-depth explanations will captivate any nature lover. He also delves into the conservation aspect of fishkeeping and his aspirations of breeding rare species. This episode not only highlights Scott's expertise but also inspires a broader appreciation of nature and creative hobbies.
00:00 Welcome to the Show
00:32 Meet Our Guest: Scott Brownlow
00:59 Scott's Passion for Fish Tanks
02:31 Day Job: Creative Director at NC Bankers Association
04:37 The Influence of River Monsters
06:53 Blue Head Chubs and Their Habits
09:49 Freshwater vs. Saltwater Tanks
14:23 Building a Natural Aquarium Ecosystem
16:45 Collecting Fish in the Wild
19:30 Shipping Exotic Fish
20:18 Fish Packaging Process
21:23 Personal Preferences: Eating Fish
22:15 Social Media and Fish Breeding Goals
22:42 Fish Breeding Techniques
23:37 Ethical Considerations in Fish Breeding
27:13 Mosquito Control with Fish
28:28 Gumtree Pods and Fish Habitats
33:03 Promoting the Fish Hobby
33:48 Life Lessons from Fish Keeping
37:51 Conclusion: Embracing Nature and Hobbies

Stuff In This Episode:

• We talk with former Director of Creative Media for Football at North Carolina State University, Mike Jones, about what's next in his career and how he got to this point.
• Mike shares how it has been a life-long dream to work for the Charlotte Hornets, and the dream started as a player, then after he obtained a B.S. in Sport Management with a minor in Coaching from Liberty University in May 2018, it changed to being an agent.
• Shortly after that, he got experience with his first camera and fell in love with Photography.
• Mike sought out mentors, worked hard, and created a career for himself as a creative, even though he struggled with that term.
• Mike shares stories of "making it happen" and working with celebrities.
• We discuss advice for creatives to make their dreams happen
  • Be consistent. Do good work where you are at. You can get noticed.
  • Network. Don't be afraid to seek help and take risks to make your dreams come true.
  • It's Tuesday. To attract celebrity clients, you need to act like you've been there and not just "fan-girl" out.

Links To Stuff We Talk About:

• Follow Mike on Instagram | Twitter | or his website at MikeJonesNC.com

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