The Zach and Pat Show

In today's episode we are excited to sit down with professional super cross rider/racer Carter Stephenson! Hailing from Rolla, MO - Carter has been riding ever since he was little and his father saw this passion and made the decision to invest in it long term. After an accident on a Harley broke his neck, Carter made the choice to step away from riding only for his fiancee' to remind him that his purpose is on bikes. Now a father and expecting a second little one soon, Carter's energy shines through in the way he speaks and the way his lifelong purpose is being passed down onto his kids!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 introducing Carter4:00 going pro in motocross12:00 misconceptions15:15 mental preparation29:50 how races work42:30 family46:25 equipment/setups54:10 advice for kids wanting to ride59:25 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFuINTRO: HYPERSPACE - BLUE STEEL

For the second time on the show we'd love to reintroduce you to the now current Adventure Unknown contemporary Josh Weisler! Josh has recently moved into our wonderful community and has been leaving his mark all over helping business owners shed the mentality of the past and step into the next level of their business lives as well as reaching new heights as a father and rediscovering his faith in a higher power.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 reintroducing Josh6:35 business relationship31:55 personal josh v professional josh57:30 faith1:11:00 message for your kidsFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are so excited to be sitting down with Kyle Fernandez of Elevate Real Estate here in STL! A friend of Matt Kresko's, Kyle's story is one of lots of falling down and getting back up as his early days in the business were spent trying to keep out of corporate America. Through many trials and tribulations Kyle was able to start his own firm whom have recorded up to 300 million in deals recently! A great guy with a lot of enthusiasm and lots of growth to share, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to take control of their own destiny and become the best man they can be for their loved ones!

In today's episode we are excited to be sitting down with Kari Eaker of Eaker's Family Barbershop located in Edwardsville, Illinois! Pat recently met Kari while on his trip to Vegas and knew she'd be a great fit for the show! Join us as we jump into her family business, her philosophy of traditional values in parenting, how she's changed her barbershop with the times, and also some of the craziest haircuts she's ever done!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 introducing Kari7:05 tough love13:20 how parenting relates to employing19:45 barbering v hairdressing28:00 relating to men as a female barber48:10 legacy and grandparents56:25 craziest haircutsFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are sitting down with Alec Wallingsford - a father, husband, and coach at the up and coming The Yard Gym location here in our local St. Louis area. Alec's journey is fueled by his faith and his desire to be the best man in his family's life. Join us as we talk on his position at The Yard, coaching youth sports, and how he developed a relationship with God in the mix of all of it!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 introducing Alec18:00 why personal training28:10 investing in the youth33:25 maturing as a father46:40 faith52:45 legacy1:00:40 advice for younger selfFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are back with another local real estate personality as our good friend Casey Samuels is sitting down with us from Fasterhouse Buyer's Club! Working alongside repeat guest Matt Kresko, Casey has made it his mission in life to secure motivated investors the capital needed to purchase the homes they desire to build long term wealth! We'll get into some of his biggest advices, some of the frequent mistakes investors make, as well as how he was saved in 2017 when he turned his life over in his faith to Jesus Christ.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 introducing Casey2:25 real estate investing9:25 hard money v private money14:30 finding deals26:19 biggest real estate mistakes29:30 STL men’s group53:20 balancing roles1:00:45 defining success1:04:50 faith1:13:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!

In today's episode we are pleased to be joined by EJ Sansone, the president of Sansone Build + Design here in St. Louis! One of six kids and a father of four himself, EJ has been raised in the quintessential STL upbringing - faith, sports, and a healthy respect for community. Not only is the head of a top notch company but he's also spent time as a city alderman in our local area. At this point in life when he's not running his business, his main priority is maximizing time with his family, enjoying seeing his kids become adult right before his eyes.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 introducing EJ5:15 franchise building9:00 utilizing AI20:40 commercial vs residential24:50 being city alderman29:55 healthy ambition37:10 fatherhood44:50 mindset shifts as a father50:33 message for kids1:01:05 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode WE HAVE THE MEATS (pls don't sue us Arby's) because we have Chris Bolyard joining us from Bolyard's Meat & Provisions! Taking the utmost pride in sourcing his products as local as possible to ensure freshness, Chris has made a name for himself in the local STL cuisine/food scene. When he's not running this business he's quite literally running hundreds of miles as a competitive ultramarathon runner or, he's running his family unit as a husband and father of four. Whether you like great food or want to see how a winner balances roles in his life, this one is for you!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 introducing Chris/his butcher shop14:15 preparing live meat25:00 is cooking a science or an art?33:40 shopping local35:55 ultramarathons45:50 parenting four kids as a business owner52:20 homeschoolingFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are without Pat once again but our good friend Remington is filling in as we sit down with Robert Riley, the owner and operator of Coffee Culture in South County! Robert's story begins in souther California as a kid who was deep into the skater/surfer culture native to SoCal. Having come from a family that had no shortage of experience with the corrections system. Having fallen into the same cycle himself, his adult year would see him abusing drugs, alcohol, and spending time in federal prison himself. Upon release, he moved to STL and made an impact on the local communities by introducing narcan to help fight against overdoses and working with our local and state governments to make a real ding in our local epidemic. Now a father, grandfather, and owner of one of the best coffee shops in our local area, we are so proud to call Robert a pillar of our community and we know his story will impact you too!0:00 introducing Robert2:40 moving to STL post fed prison release21:05 different levels of treatment25:45 is addiction more mental or physical31:25 choosing sobriety36:15 starting the coffee shop50:20 opening second location1:02:10 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we have multiple guests on the show! Coming into to speak with us are Dave and Jess Sotelo with Innova Construction and filling in for Pat we have our good friend and multiple time guest Remington Knight! Dave and Jess met around the time of the pandemic when they saw their paths collide in St. Louis. Recognizing the amazing real estate market we have here, they decided to push all their chips into their own construction company and now are the proud owners of dozens of doors in our local area! Through trial and error and the right coaching, they've still yet to lose money on a deal and they give us all the fundamentals of how they've done it here!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 introducing Dave, Jess, and Remington (co-host)3:00 real estate10:30 flips14:30 worst deal ever done18:50 mentorship32:10 parenting38:55 teaching work ethic46:25 partnerships56:15 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are back with a duet between our two favorite guys hitting a deep Q&A about the future of our sons and how they grow up, how men rise or fall in a modern world, and how discipline impacts the company you keep as well as the money in your bank account! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!1:30 if your son became you10:05 income v quality of life15:20 modernity v manhood19:40 personal responsibility30:00 success v recognition33:50 bank account and discipline39:40 fatherhood is a leadership test46:20 living on the brink of panic50:35 discipline will cost you your friends59:20 raising men vs boysFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

We are so excited to be bringing back our good friend Rocky Aliberti for his second appearance on the show! One of our top 10 episodes of 2024, he's back to talk about his past experiences working in the local STL music industry, the growth and expansion of Neuage, how he's introducing AI into his business, and of course we get deep in the feels when we discuss being a father and how his relationship with his daughter has grown. We know he'll be back again, but until then this is a personal favorite episode of 2026 and we know you'll love it too! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!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 musical background6:10 importance of spending time with family15:25 Neuage27:00 introducing AI in the workplace41:30 partnership with 1st Phorm49:00 outgrowing limiting beliefs1:15:55 message for his daughter1:18:20 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are so excited to sit down with Joey Zanaboni, a published author talking with us about his new book STL Sports for Kids as well as a broadcaster for our local STL City MLS team! This episode gets deep into our big town in a little city diving into topics like The Greatest Show on Turf, legendary Blues players that decided to continue their legacies locally after retiring, the chess and bowling hall of fames, and some detail that really taught us something even as lifelong locals!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 introducing Joey5:30 book writing process20:00 english literature teacher23:00 sports broadcasting36:00 hallmark moments in career43:25 influences/all time greats1:02:30 underrated STL superstars1:07:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Josh12:55 quitting teaching, buying gym15:30 luck vs hard work23:45 health span v lifespan32:30 systems vs motivation40:00 recognizing patterns in clients47:25 coaching men v women52:20 paraidgm shifts1:05:20 marathon running1:13:05 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 advice for potential fighters24:25 fighting and emotions31:30 testosterone37:00 wanting to win vs needing to45:15 long term training50:45 mental toughness52:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Dan/Dan’s podcast12:40 god’s timing25:15 how to read the Bible28:30 religious revival35:00 prioritizing life39:50 fatherhood58:10 power of community1:03:40 relationships vs disciplineFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 are the sum of our decisions and that time is a resource we can't afford to take for granted.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 introducing Jeff/getting into cyber security11:05 cannabis industry in Oregon21:10 arrested experience24:00 house arrest34:45 before prison sentence39:10 prison45:30 accountability and prison post sentence53:00 felon.com1:06:15 misconceptions about prison1:23:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Ted/Shanna/travel business8:50 running a business as a married couple15:45 the numbers of travel19:10 getting licensed as an agent24:00 domestic v international travel41:40 successful trips47:25 destination weddings59:20 owning real estate in costa rica1:29:45 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

We 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 always willing to return the energy. Whether you want to know more about financials or you want to know the man behind the numbers, John's episode has something for you!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 introducing John8:40 authenticity24:10 competition vs collaboration28:50 leadership37:30 fatherhood49:35 crazy things people do with money58:30 accounting and AI1:03:55 faithFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Our 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 active fight scene and this led to him focusing mostly on nogi bjj and eventually operating his own 10th Planet location close to home. His story is one that reminds us that no matter what life throws at you, the white belt mentality is one of the most gangster things a person can keep front of mind. You're never too good to keep learning and Eric exemplifies that not only in his bjj philosophy by how he raises his kids with his wife!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 introducing Eric/starting bjj9:50 moving back to STL/starting 10P20:10 why nogi/10P?26:25 uncomfortable truths in bjj34:45 business of a gym43:05 fatherhood54:30 measuring success57:00 message for kids1:00:05 goals for business/gym1:04:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today 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 reminds us that what goes around comes around and even despite circumstances...his heart to serve and bless others is something we can all learn from.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 introducing Todd9:55 Focus Marines (adjusting to life as an amputee)15:00 importance of community24:10 prosthetics rehab38:00 leadership lessons from the marines47:00 overcoming burden mentality51:20 wild military stories58:40 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 in making sure we're safer when here!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 introducing Matt14:30 biometrics19:30 building and managing teams34:30 reading recommendations41:30 when things go wrong in the security world50:00 growth/future of company58:30 human problems1:36:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Rev 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 way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Brandon2:10 monster jam rising star of the year4:00 how monster jam works12:10 memorable freestyles16:20 monster car training22:30 world travels27:10 worldwide popularity44:00 private v public life50:45 work related injuries56:35 pit party advice1:02:30 advice for future monster truck drivers1:06:25 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!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 introducing Jordan (early fighting career)22:45 cornering for Sean Woodson37:20 competition rule sets1:00:40 advice for younger Jordan, politics and economics1:01:05 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today'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 we can get!0:00 introducing Calvin, Connor, and Oliver0:40 Christmas gifts4:00 what animal would you be5:00 superpowers6:00 if you were boss9:00 something dad says all the time10:00 something that makes dad really happy15:20 what happens when we fall asleep16:30 do animals talk to each other when we’re not around17:45 if dinosaurs were still alive, which would you want to see18:40 explore space v explore the ocean19:20 hardest animal to fight23:00 strong vs smart23:50 is mom or dad funnier24:25 if the kids had their own podcast27:35 advice for grown ups29:20 weirdest thing they’ve ever seen30:45 grossest food ever33:45 what we could do better as parentsFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Welcome 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 market here in St. Louis!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 introducing Adam9:25 grief15:15 relationship with kids19:35 growth as a father39:50 grounding techniques46:40 remaining steady in real estate39:35 men’s groups misconceptions57:40 managing roles and responsibilities1:06:00 one lesson for sons1:08:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 support we can get!0:00 introducingTony5:50 hockey career ascension9:30 NHL20:00 notable fights32:35 post hockey36:25 entrepreneurship39:15 STL sports41:10 mental toughness51:00 masculinity1:01:20 future endeavors1:06:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 as well as personal training, and some of the misconceptions that come with being young as an athlete and how to preserve our bodies for the long haul!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 introducing Dr. Zoe6:10 martial arts12:00 stubborn people/stubborn injuries15:25 peptides for recovery28:30 AI in physical therapy39:15 trends in the PT industry1:09:35 changes in the industry1:37:45 motherhood as a PT1:42:35 message for kids1:46:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today 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 discuss he upbringing, her time in martial arts, how she raised four great young men, and how she intends to make local education here in the St. Louis (Kirkwood area) better for our youth!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 introducing Becky6:40 Kirkwood School for Boys44:30 motherhood52:35 core values1:04:10 kids and martial arts1:12:35 facing fears1:18:30 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 collaborating with others like Dogs For Our Brave. We here at The Zach and Pat Show are huge animal people, many of us pet owners ourselves so this episode hit home for many reasons. Below, you can find links to support her cause and do our part to offer homes to man's best friend.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 introducing Tracy6:00 getting into dog advocacy18:20 Second Chance Ranch32:50 different rescue societies38:00 adoption v breeding43:15 human empathy54:10 how to volunteer with Tracyhttps://secondchanceranchstl.org - Second Chance Ranch websitehttps://www.facebook.com/p/Second-Chance-Ranch-100061523625862/ - SCR Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/second_chance_ranch_stlmo/?hl=en - SCR ighttps://www.ky3.com/content/news/mo-supco-puppy-mill-defamation-420408373.html - MO puppy mill congress member articleFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

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 what she has planned in 2026 and beyond!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 introducing Savannah2:00 youth and music6:30 blending/shifting genres10:25 growing as an artist17:30 independent artistry28:10 Nashville gig circuit37:10 opening for major acts43:40 bucket list47:30 independent vs. signed1:00:40 social media platforms1:01:45 burnout1:05:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today 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 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 introducing Chaz4:40 starting martial arts14:20 coaching29:20 leveling up33:15 leaving corporate39:35 redefining success42:50 fatherhood55:40 losing a parent as a parent1:08:00 message for Chaz’s kids1:09:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Please 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 discover more about life and how to live it, and even gotten his brown belt in bjj through TAC Team's own Revive BJJ!We're excited not only to have Connor back on because he's got great insights, but to see his growth and transformation into the man he is two years later is exactly why we do this show in the first place!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 reintroducing Connor4:00 engagement7:10 Christianity and manhood33:15 toxic ambition48:25 mentors1:06:45 grace1:30:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 desserts and better people. After establishing herself as a professional, she decided on a whim to leave her salaried career and cash out her 401k and open her own ice cream establishment right here in STL! Now with ten locations and lots of expansion on the way, Tamara's story inspires us not only as St. Louis natives but as business owners - serving as a reminder that great businesses don't just make money - they change lives!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 introducing Tamara2:20 Clementines origin6:45 moving to STL15:35 maintaining soul21:55 unique flavors28:00 adopting local cultures through expansion37:40 engagement53:45 advice for younger self58:05 advice for younger generations1:05:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Once 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 we need all the support we can get!0:00 reintroducing Josh/announcement7:30 bjj inefficiencies11:25 changes to Josh’s game23:20 comp rule sets33:35 fatherhood43:10 growing as a father1:04:15 hot takes1:16:15Follow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 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 reintroducing Murph3:35 moving to Florida transition15:20 social media time spend20:20 progressing as podcasters23:35 significant episodes41:35 takeaways from the show55:10 storytelling1:01:15 mission of ZP show1:08:10 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In 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 still operates today to provide for his wife and kids. Full of faith and a strong heart for leading his family, we were BLESSED to sit down with Steve!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 introducing Steve/martial arts25:50 leadership/manhood40:55 homeschooling49:50 F31:13:00 kids and sports1:17:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Coming 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 are so grateful Adam could fill in short notice and we hope to come back around sooner or later to go even more in depth about his services, book, faith, and 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 introducing Adam10:00 faith based recovery28:10 meaning and structure35:50 book writing process41:30 manhood49:10 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

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 finally wrap up with a good ole fashioned Q&A from you, our beloved audience!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 intro9:30 reminiscing on episodes this year27:40 Q/A 131:50 Q/A 238:45 Q/A 339:40 Q/A 441:10 Q/A 544:20 Q/A 649:15 Q/A 7Follow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/Follow Punchline Productions https://www.instagram.com/punchline_productions_314/ https://punchlineproductions.co/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu