The Zach and Pat Show

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

In today's episode we bring you one of the most inspiring stories to ever grace our podcast, the great and powerful Jeremy Johnson! Jeremy's upbringing in small town Illinois in a trailer park fueled his fire to escape his surroundings and make something of himself. Through martial arts, he learned discipline and persistence and was able to parlay these qualities into becoming a decorated fight commentator, cut man, father, husband, and entrepreneur with multiple products and services under his belt. Join us as we sip his FANTASTIC Uppercut Whiskey and talk about why where you being does not define you. It's what you do with your life that matters.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 Jeremy3:25 martial arts20:30 ego and humility35:55 businesses46:50 losing everything in 200855:55 fatherhood1:25:50 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Once again we have our good friend Matt Dickens joining us on the show today! Matt was one of our first guests back when our show was still in single digits and being filmed in Zach's spare bedroom. Since then, Matt has had his daughter and began rediscovering his faith in a higher power, realizing that life without purpose is aimless and without that structure - we tend to fall to a lower frequency. Join us as we gab about mortgages, his vlogging series, balancing life and business and of course, lots of dad jokes!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 Matt7:15 changes from parenthood12:55 vlogging (DITL)38:20 work stories52:30 home owners v investors56:00 housing market predictions1:09:05 stepping away from social1:13:15 faith1:29:50 Matt’s message to his kids1:30:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we have another Adventure Unknown contemporary - Nick Metz! Nick's mission in life is simple: be a good dude. Originally wanting to be a history teacher, Nick's life changed when he made his first real estate transaction in college. From there, he created his own team and eventually would pivot into what is now his main business: payment processing where Nick focuses on finding businesses and helping them accept credit card payments at low cost to the business. A funny guy with a great load of experience in business and family matters, Nick is someone we'd love to have on again and again!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 Nick4:45 real estate agency in college12:35 payment processing15:15 good dude27:25 simplicity44:20 crazy work stories1:04:00 Josh Wiesler coaching1:09:10 fatherhood1:14:40 life long loveFollow 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

In today's episode we are excited to bring you our friend Adam Crutchfield! Adam is a loan officer with Veterans United as well as a purple belt in bjj through TAC Team's own Revive! Having moved from Columbia, MO to STL right around the time of COVID, Adam had a hard time finding a community until he eventually stepped into the doors of Revive BJJ. With the help of folks like Junior, Connor Silverstein, and Nick Sanders - he began a journey that had him investing in the sport that brings so many together as well as putting down alcohol in the process! This has led to more clarity, a better relationship with his kids, and moving closer to God during his last few years here! A good guy with some great insights, we know there's something here for every man looking to improve himself!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 Adam5:10 starting bjj24:40 faith37:25 redefining masculinity54:40 mortgage loan officer1:13:30 message for kids1:15:20 TSGFollow 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

Today we have a local St. Louis legend joining the show today! Give it up for the one and only Steve Ewing! Steve has been a pillar of St. Louis for decades with not only his contributions to music being the front man of both The Urge as well as the Steve Ewing Band but also has built quite the reputation for himself slinging dogs with Steve's Hot Dogs for almost just as long! A great dude who serves as an example of never quitting on your goals, Steve's endeavors have also led him to doing competitive body building while balancing his love of music and business here in the Lou! If you need to see winning to believe it, look right at this man because no matter how much he invests into himself and his operations, he still makes time for family and we couldn't be happier to share his story with 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 Steve, formation of The Urge7:25 Steve Ewing Band17:30 expanding Steve Hot Dog Stand24:00 balancing business and creativity 26:00 voice maintenance30:00 making it in music38:00 wild tour stories45:30 defining manhood48:00 TSGFollow 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

Today we have a local St. Louis legend joining the show today! Give it up for the one and only Steve Ewing! Steve has been a pillar of St. Louis for decades with not only his contributions to music being the front man of both The Urge as well as the Steve Ewing Band but also has built quite the reputation for himself slinging dogs with Steve's Hot Dogs for almost just as long! A great dude who serves as an example of never quitting on your goals, Steve's endeavors have also led him to doing competitive body building while balancing his love of music and business here in the Lou! If you need to see winning to believe it, look right at this man because no matter how much he invests into himself and his operations, he still makes time for family and we couldn't be happier to share his story with 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 Steve, formation of The Urge7:25 Steve Ewing Band17:30 expanding Steve Hot Dog Stand24:00 balancing business and creativity26:00 voice maintenance30:00 making it in music38:00 wild tour stories45:30 defining manhood48:00 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we are joined by Brennan McCloud, owner of Launch It IT Services! Brennan comes from a background where he initially specialized in finance and worked for Merrill Lynch before making a full time shift to information technology and running his own business along side his wife. A high level operator who wants to raise his family as strongly as he runs his business, Brennan's episode reminds us that you don't have to be what society wants you to be. And the decision to move your own direction with intent is an amazing example to raise kids around.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 Brennan8:00 going from solar to IT45:15 work life balance working with wife59:35 unlocking potential1:10:35 parenting while young1:15:20 message for kids1:18:25 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we are pleased to bring on Alex Vaughn! Alex is a worksite benefits specialist for Globe Life Liberty, a wrestling coach for Fox High School, as well as an Adventure Unknown member. Alex's story is all about knowing who you are and where you come from and commemoration of these values, as he has done countless times with permanence across his body as he is one of the most tattooed individuals we've ever had featured on the show. About to tie the knot himself, we dive deep into how imperative it is to spend your time wisely, to make time for yourself so you can fully invest into the people around you that matter most - friends, family, and the clients he makes sure are prepared in case the worst is to happen.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 introducing11:00 wrestling coaching25:35 marriage and commitment39:15 manhood49:30 insurance business1:05:25 tattoos1:14:10 free time1:24:35 TSGFollow 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

Today we are joined for the second time by our good friend and head of the CXBJJ Invitational Competition, Adam Cella! With Zach competing this weekend we thought it would be a great time to sit with Adam and talk more about the evolution of his competition year to year and discuss where we can expect things to head in the future! If you're local to STL and will be in town this weekend and would like to see some great bjj at an awesome venue, click the link below and secure your tickets while you can! CXBJJ: https://nitrotickets.com/event/1019/St-1Louis-1Invitational-16-1Gastelum-1vs-1Dowdy-1--11025Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow 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

Our guest for this episode is the great and powerful Tim Applebaum! Another TAC Team contemporary via Revive BJJ, we were excited to get Tim on to talk about his experiences in the Marine Corps where he served overseas, the crazy stories that come with that service, the difficulty (and success he experienced) readjusting to civilian life, and how this led to him diving head first into MMA, BJJ, and eventually yoga which has been his main vehicle for business as he now runs his own studio here in STL!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 Tim4:55 crazy military stories11:20 yoga18:25 readjusting to civilian life26:25 yoga studio42:30 psychedelics1:02:15 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we are pleased to reintroduce our good friend for his second appearance on the show - Dr. Brett Lux! Dr. Brett comes in as we chat about his progress in recovery from not only his spinal/metabolic issues, reminisce on our days down at Missouri State, how his business is going and how he has gone about innovating his practice to stand out against the competition, and finally his goals of competing in a bodybuilding competition now this his body is ready to be sculpted to show-ready state after years of needing to prioritize health first! A great guy with an amazing story, not only are we glad he's back on the show but if you're in St. Louis and looking for a friendly and reputable chiropractor - he's our first and only pick! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get! Follow 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

In today's episode we are pleased to bring our friend Dan Shucart! Dan is an army veteran having done multiple tours in the Middle East who would later move on to private defense contracting as well. Full of stories and gritty, real life experience, Dan's major life mission has not wavered - be a good person. You can hear that in his voice and how he goes about instilling that in his family as well. Join us as we go through some crazy stories with a great dude that is bound to leave you in a better mood with a refreshed perspective!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/military experience24:50 military vs contracting26:45 wild stories51:20 Revive BJJ1:18:15 bjj as a family/fatherhood1:29:45 transition to civilian1:48:30 tsgFollow 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

In today's episode we are pleased to bring you yet ANOTHER Watson's Martial Arts students as well as a PhD student of physics at Wash U, the great and powerful Phil Vojta! Hailing from Germany, Phil comes from a long line of folks who specialized in the study of physics which eventually became his path when he started schooling. Having dealt with bullies in his past and needing a lesson in confidence, he began martial arts very young and that has led him to also having his black belt in judo as well as his purple belt in bjj! When he's not invested in his schooling in the classroom or on the mats, he himself is also a judo coach at White Dragon Judo Club where he looks to take judo and put it on the map for 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 Phil/physics grad school4:30 judo16:05 training structure20:15 white belt mentality27:45 physics in the family37:00 White Dragon57:40 gi vs nogi1:00:35 goals1:10:25 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we are joined once again by Jake Little AKA Big Jake the Roof King! Catching up on our last chat we get deep into his business and how he did 1.5M last year, some of the practices he uses to succeed as well as some critiques he has for his industry, the reality of dealing with roofs and natural disaster torn areas like Joplin MO, his presidential proclivities, and what his diet and training look like a year out from our first talk!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 Jake9:30 life changes18:00 roof business48:30 training and diet1:06:40 strongman comps1:09:10 presidential proclivities1:29:00 TSG

In today's episode we bring you Erik and Robert Arias of Arias Bros BJJ! The Brothers are also TAC Team contemporaries holding a black and purple belt respectively who have dedicated their whole live to bjj and it shows! The conversation is simple, how bjj is so much more than a sport or a hobby - it's a lifestyle. And if you dedicate yourself to it, the rewards are endless! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get! Follow 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

In today's episode we are excited to bring you the colorful life of Miss Amanda Digby! A fellow Watson Martial Arts student, Amanda's story is one that follows a very simple philosophy of "fuck yeah", meaning that if it falls within that category - follow it to your hearts content. Her heart has brought her into the world of respiratory therapy, focusing specifically on helping kids, traveling the country AND the world, a deep love for hockey in the form of the Detroit Redwings, and even embracing the nomad lifestyle in the form of mobile living in the form of van life! Going where her heart takes her has paid off in the form of lots of stories and lots of laughs and we know you'll love this one!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 Amanda7:50 favorite domestic work locations10:15 international travel18:10 van life32:45 bjj42:05 hockey51:35 crazy stories1:18:30 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we are joined by the one and only Jacob Gonzalez! Jacob's story is one that deals greatly with going the path less traveled and taking over an existing business while most of his friends and contemporaries were away at college. With a love for coffee and a passion to connect with his community, Jacob's successes at Proving Grounds revolve around people: knowing what you stand for and having them come to you. Join us as we talk about the coffee industry as a whole, what it's like operating local to the area, and even dive in a little bit to his love of wrestling and bjj through Revive Bjj!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 Jacob5:50 Columbia11:20 coffee industry15:00 beans32:35 taking over an existing business38:15 bjj51:50 crazy coffee requests1:02:55 dealing with burnout1:18:20 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we are joined by Gina Lewis! Gina is a master of all things homes: flips, interior design, Air Bnb's - always with the goal of bringing her clients dreams to life! Having started her business in the COVID era, Gina found her balance between an appreciation for tradition and a taste for progress. Her speciality is tailoring her skills to what her client wants and needs...it's not about what Gina is skilled at. She is here to create for YOU! With a passion for both business and family, Gina is a great example of what it looks like to maximize your potential while knowing yourself!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 Gina6:00 balance and success12:05 crazy design requests20:10 disciplines and principles24:35 creativity29:00 independence vs support37:50 challenges43:30 motherhood48:15 preserving character of a home58:55 TSGFollow 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

Today we are pleased to be joined by the great and powerful Mike Long whom we recently met at the Crossfit Achieve rowathon not long ago! A father, husband, firefighter, entrepreneur, and fundraiser for his brothers and sisters in service, Mike's story deal with the responsibilities of all the positions he plays, why service is essential at any costs, and what we can all do to stand up when life kicks us and tries to keep us down!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 Mike5:25 public service morality15:55 significant stories25:00 cold therapy/breathing techniques58:40 prioritizing family as a firefighter1:21:10 message for kids1:24:10 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you the great and powerful Keith Waldrop! Having served 14 years in the USMC with tenures in both Recon and the Raiders, Keith's tales of combat and service not only educated us but gave us a new perspective outside of what the movies and dramatizations can. Having taken his experiences in the Corps, he has also embarked on an entrepreneurial journey where his groups aids in performance training consulting to help those currently in service and at times even civilians step up their game!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 Keith7:05 marine recon training13:35 recon to raider/tiers of service17:40 post-service28:30 success in business54:10 cultivating ego as an operator1:03:50 crazy/scary experiences1:28:15 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you our friend JT Thomas! JT's story deals heavily in overcoming adversity and learning to have faith when there's seemingly no reason to. Being diagnosed with kidney failure at the age where most of us are worried about living our best college lives, JT learned how much he was made of and how many people would reveal themselves as his most ardent supporters. Hearing how he overcame this event most of us do our best to avoid to now be married and expecting while thriving in his career is exactly what this show is 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 JT/diagnosis11:00 dialysis22:40 post surgery39:00 risk and mortality44:00 defining success58:30 faith in god1:08:50 message for future kids1:19:25 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we sit down and drink some delicious mead with our friend and fellow Watson Martial Arts blue belt - Scott Kurtz! Scott is someone who has taken his passion for the art of brewing mead and turned it into a lifestyle that involves helping brands bring their ideas to life as well as judging competitions on some big stages! If you haven't tried mead, we can't recommend it enough!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 Scott4:00 what is mead?19:45 from hobby to business23:20 judging38:20 creativity vs precision42:10 Scott’s favorite mead’s47:25 hypothetical question59:24 bjj1:14:45 alcohol and health1:34:35 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we are excited to bring you up and coming comedian - Bri Munnich! Bri's story begins in Chicago where she was raised as the youngest of five in a very traditional, religious home. After going to school and starting a career in cancer pathology while also having a side business baking cakes, one video about pea soup goes viral and Bri's brand in comedy started to build itself. Having experience in vitality and even headlining multiple shows and venues, Bri is living proof that when you invest in yourself and your brand and are willing to face the ego death associated - amazing things can happen! Get ready to laugh, that's all we have to say.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 Bri5:30 the process12:00 writing jokes/roasts19:25 cancer pathology32:20 family40:20 admiration for great performances57:15 first open mic1:03:55 memorable shows/events1:12:15 getting STL on the comedy map1:22:30 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we give you Sully Erger, an SBA loan officer who aids the small business administration is securing financing for entrepreneurs of all sizes! Sully is one of the first professionals within the funding spaces we've had the pleasure to sit down with and whether you're a start up, years into your journey, or have ever been curious about what resources are available to anyone trying to scale - Sully comes with answers on how you can secure the bag with the help of the SBA!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 Sully13:10 SBA loan qualifiers22:00 buying/selling businesses40:55 pre-approval tips48:05 marketing SBA56:45 marketing restrictions1:09:15 future of STL real estate (Sully asks Zach and Pat)1:21:40 government regulating AI1:26:50 fatherhood1:35:35 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you Jaden Barr, a local real estate agent through KW and also team leader of many up and coming agents in the area! Coming from a background of sports through his college career, Jaden has been able to take many lessons of playing QB and parlay them into not only a great homes sales career but now is passing on that ability with young and hungry agents all throughout the Keller-Williams system! Join us as we dive deep into his battle with type 1 diabetes, his viral clip with Tim Tebow, and most importantly of all - what is the GOAT of breakfast cereals!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 Jaden5:10 transitioning to real estate full time12:55 balancing sales/leadership roles17:15 fatherhood23:30 type 1 diabetes33:00 handling pressure44:15 Jaden’s podcast56:00 one lesson for kids1:00:45 mantras1:03:15 TSGFollow 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

In today's video we are pleased to bring you John Zarbock! Spending most of his life in the military, John has always had to keep health and fitness at the front of his mind. After retiring, he went on to create BioFit here in St. Louis, a company based on using machines and high intensity workouts to boil down workouts to their absolute necessary components and cutting out all the superfluous down time! We entered the experience with a healthy dose of skepticism, but after going through a session ourselves - we have to admit, this is an effective and TOTALLY different means of looking at fitness!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 John8:25 origins of Biofit21:40 cardio philosophy24:30 time commitment34:00 success stories44:50 the future of the fitness industry1:11:35 biohacking tips1:21:20 kids1:28:55 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you two amazing guests with one amazing story - Shane Mayer and Jennifer Blakely! These two have had their hands in quite a few amazing businesses over the years and have established themselves as serial entrepreneurs. Whether its gas stations, cigar lounges, massive Air BNB's, Shane and Jen have built their lives off of hard work, delayed gratification, and now they're raising kids who understand nothing is handed to you...you have to take it! Whether you're thinking of starting a business, in the middle of your journey, or are worried about what opportunities exist for our kids as the year pass, Shane and Jen are amazing examples of what is possible when you start and don't stop!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 Shane and Jen3:30 landing hub11:15 cigar vault23:30 adventure unknown29:25 partners and married dynamic58:20 TSGFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you our first ever restauranteur on the show with Matt Glickert - owner and operator of Westchester here in St. Louis! Having worked in the industry with Zach long before he opted into real estate, Matt is a tried and true industry lifer having played a role in some of STL's best spots and now is blazing a trail with his own! Full of life experience and plenty of stories from his days working for others, culinary school, and what it means to manage his own restaurant - this episode will not only teach you something but will leave you with a profound respect for the service industry and building something great from the ground up!

In today's episode we bring you Erik Steenberg - head of ESMMA, a local MMA and fitness gym here in St. Louis! One of the preeminent authorities in all things combat sports in St. Louis, Erik takes us through his life story where he found karate, wrestling, and boxing as a means of conquering his insecurities as a youth and how he parlayed that into a competitive journey as a fighter himself into coaching countless combatants all throughout the area! Full of wisdom and practical advice, we are so happy we got to sit with Erik and we hope his story impacts you 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!0:00 introducing Erik15:15 intermediate to pro training days25:45 coaching origins28:00 ESMMA44:10 support systems51:30 street stories1:04:10 traits of successful fighters1:14:50 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you the one and only Nick Baldwin for the second time! Dating all the way back to our 12th episode back in February of 2024, Nick's first appearance on the show is still our highest viewed episode to date! We had to bring him back to riff on his construction business, the advent of homeschooling kids vs normal school, the oncoming AI revolution, how he used psychedelics as a means of reuniting with Jesus, as well as his role in helping facilitate and lead spiritual missions to South America!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 Nick16:10 conspiracy theories19:45 plant medicine and reigniting faith38:40 psychedelics58:00 pain and creativity1:02:10 construction projects1:13:20 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you a man among MEN - Rob Odem! Rob is a New York native here in our humble little STL who has lived a lot of experience to tell us about. From growing up in the big apple to his time serving in the Air Force as MP to eventually bringing his show on the road here to St. Louis - Rob's message is simple: men need to be men and the road to superior manhood is found in accountability and doing the right thing. Being a great storyteller is always an added bonus!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 Rob13:15 joining the military34:25 K9 training46:40 moving to STL1:02:40 society and masculinity1:11:05 TSG + outroFollow 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

We are back with Chat GPT and this one is for all of you buyers and sellers here at home...what are some of the most important things you should know when it comes to real estate in the 314?! Whether you're looking to invest long term, short term, or know somebody who is - we figure out where the trends are heading and how it impacts your pockets in this episode!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!1:20 home prices are still rising, just not as fast10:00 inventory is increasing, but still tight13:55 sellers statistics20:45 St. Louis is affordable27:05 rent is increasingFollow 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

In today's episode we are so excited to bring you Annie Yatch! Annie is a coach who aides entrepreneurs and professionals not only in moving their business forward but equally in helping heal the mental, emotional, and traumatic experiences in their personal lives that are tied to everything else. This episode is full of great advice and tips for not only pushing yourself forward in any professional endeavor - but equally it is a huge wake up call for anyone who has trouble processing their feelings and seeks to free themselves from the attachment of suffering holding them back. A big thank you to Annie for her time! This is one that we will remember fondly forever!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 Annie6:50 trauma and achievement14:40 beliefs that hold us back34:25 self conscious sabotage41:55 advice for single fathers50:00 difficult clients/case studies54:00 short vs long term fixes1:01:40 what inspires Annie1:07:25 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you Jason Muehlheausler! Jason is a lifelong athlete, very disciplined in his fitness and nutritional endeavors since his youth who now runs his own insurance firm right here in St. Louis! Throughout our talk we get into the role football played in his life, the insurance business on a macro level, how Obamacare has changed since his presidency, how AI has impacted his industry, and how the standard he carries has impacted how he preforms as a father!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 Jason5:00 lessons from college football10:30 health insurance misconceptions18:50 fixing issues within the healthcare system21:20 changes comes with One Big Beautiful Bill38:05 balance and discipline as a father/business owner54:30 AI in insurance1:26:05 Jason’s question for us1:28:20 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you Coty Kellison! Originally from Southeast Missouri, Coty is one of the local areas top competitors and instructors in grappling having achieved his black belt in both Brazilian jiu jitsu and judo! Raised on midwest values and making his own path, Coty left behind a life of Dj'ing and partying to chase his passion. Within eight years of starting bjj, he earned his black belt through grit, determination, and a ruthless sling of competition wins. Now a father and the owner and operator of his own gym, Coty's story is full of fundamentals for any person who wants to take their life in a positive direction and go all out in the process!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 Coty1:55 grappling origins12:50 martial arts and mental health22:25 love of the game28:30 fatherhood48:55 strength and conditioning1:11:15 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you Josh Ogilvie, one of only a few guests we've featured not born in the United States! Josh was born and raised in the UK and eventually was brought here via a long distance relationship that landed him in St. Louis. After a little culture shock and some time to adjust, Josh became a leading salesperson for STL Porsche and also has a stake in a local barbershop as well. Full of stories of overcoming adversity, heartbreak, and finding his faith - we are happy to have Josh not only as a podcast guest but as a staple in our community!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 introducing Josh3:15 cultural difference between the UK/US11:55 working for Porsche16:25 life after long distance divorce26:30 definitions of success27:40 car accident38:45 culture shock42:20 father figure role46:40 sales misconception56:55 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode our special guest is good ole CHAT GPT, as we sit down and asked the question - what are 10 things humans must know moving forward? The answers it gave shed light on how much plastic we ingest on a regular basis, how close we might be to financial collapse, what it looks like to fall behind in the race of technology and AI, and so much more than made us stop and think about the fabric of the reality around us.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro3:15 you are being tracked constantly6:15 ultra processed food is engineered for addiction15:05 the internet is sanitized and controlled17:30 money is created out of thin air20:15 modern medicine treats symptoms not causes32:50 history taught in schools is sanitized and incomplete34:15 tech divide is widening38:05 space is closer than you think39:05 synthetic biology/gene editing40:35 economic collapse is closeFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you Eric Christy! Eric is a longtime friend of a former guest of ours in Bill Brown and he came to speak to us about his life and service to his communities as a protector. In the forms of private security detail, police, SWAT, and military overseas - Eric has taken many values and principles from his life and injected them into how he raises his kids and the attitude he attacks life with.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 introducing Eric3:30 police work9:25 deploying to Afghanistan32:35 defining warrior/masculinity/fatherhood52:50 protector mindset56:05 civilian safety tips1:02:46 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we give you the great and powerful Matt Skarin! Matt has his hands in multiple different operations, the most important of all being a father - a purpose in life he was introduced to at just 20 years old. As an adult, Matt has developed a taste for what he calls "ADHD entrepreneurship", an analogy that points to the phenomena of always having to do something productive at almost all times. This has led him to seeing great success in the worlds of insurance and real estate and for that, he is a rising star in the STL entrepreneur class!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro0:40 introducing Matt3:00 ADHD entrepreneurship12:45 building momentum18:40 coaching and consulting41:55 ego and progress46:55 rugby life lessons56:35 faith and business1:03:15 differences raising boys and girls1:09:20 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we are joined for the second time by our friend and up and coming comedian Chris Oliver! Chris is back to tell us about his new podcast Common Courtesy, some upcoming shows and events he has here in STL, and as always some great stories that leave us in chuckles! If you want to support Chris make sure to follow his podcast on IG commoncourtesy314 and make sure to see him at the Focal Point Theater July 11th!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro/Chris’s new podcast14:05 75 Hard/habits45:35 upcoming shows and eventsFollow 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

In today's episode, we sit down with JB Westerholt - a husband and father of three here in St. Louis running multiple businesses including his exterior detailing service as his main focus as well as a steady business in real estate which he has been building over the last few years! JB's story is deep in finding his purpose and figuring out which path was right for him (business vs college), making big investments with little safety net, growing/scaling his business, finding love, and raising three kids which he also homeschools. Finding comfort in the chaos, JB reminds us that you can either live your dream or live to build someone else's.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro/getting into business9:40 college v entrepreneurship13:00 homeschooling kids17:15 credit21:35 exterior detailing business35:35 crazy jobs45:00 getting into real estate1:03:15 are entrepreneurs born or made?1:23:35 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we give you the great and powerful Jack Hanneken! Having only graduated high school a couple years ago, this young entrepreneur has already had his hand in multiple businesses and lives by values that challenge the way most of us think about in terms of life and success. Opting to skip college, Jack dove headfirst into the world of landscaping - first starting with cutting lawns then quickly turning it into a model covering a multitude of additions and maintenances. Jack credits his community and multiple mentors for being there to offer advices and experiences and in this episode he does a great job of passing that knowledge onto us!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 introducing Jack/his business11:20 defining moments19:55 college vs entrepreneurship out of high school28:25 leadership36:00 faith and business47:35 daily practices59:30 future self1:11:25 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we are joined by Adam Benenati - a firefighter and real estate investor about to welcome his third little one into the world! Our conversation with Adam focuses mainly around priorities - how does one choose to spend their time and what have been the results of the decisions he's made when it comes to career, investing, and creating a world for his kids to succeed. One of our most relatable episodes to date, whether you're interested in serving your community, upping your portfolio, or just being a good dad, we know there's something here 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!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 introducing Adam7:55 crazy firefighting/EMS calls17:50 real estate investing28:35 parallels between firefighting and business49:10 parenthood as a public servant1:06:45 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we are excited to bring you Todd Tanner Michaels! Todd is an artistic renaissance man having experience in writing and releasing his own music, extensive stints in radio - both of these situations bringing him up close and personal with legendary greats like Elton John and Lenny Kravitz! Throughout all of these wild stories and experiences throughout his life one theme has remained consistent: kind relatability. Todd's presence brings a friendly warmth to the room and his stories are bound to not only put a smile on your face - but to remind you how relatable people can be no matter how big their name is.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 introducing Todd2:25 songwriting process11:00 wild tour stories17:50 finding identity as a musician26:31 crazy radio days stories36:40 vulnerability in song writing58:30 traits of success in musicians1:18:15 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we are excited to bring you another great public servant from the STL police force - Sean Miskovic! Sean is a police officer who was shot multiple times in the line of duty. Our talk with him focuses mainly on the mental, emotional, and physical recovery of that event, his upcoming saga as a father, and what is the tie between forgiveness and masculinity. A great guy with a powerful story, we are glad St. Louis has men on the front lines like Sean!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 introducing Sean/getting shot9:10 recovery12:40 forgiveness and masculinity24:05 running into past arrests29:55 PTSD35:40 keeping faith in people39:10 dealing with negative opinions of cops46:00 mental health53:40 physical training1:01:30 expecting fatherhood1:11:40 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you Brandon Janosky! Brandon has a multitude of experiences dating back his days at Villanove to changing career fields three times (engineering, wealth management, and working in venture capital) that all eventually led to him running his own businesses in the high end car detailing experience services. A father and a frequent participant in ultra marathons and long distance racing - Brandon reminds us that a life worth living is one where moderation is dish rarely enjoyed.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 introducing Brandon/ultra marathons5:10 mental toughness14:05 ultra communities17:40 business ventures26:00 previous work experience50:40 fatherhood1:15:40 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we bring you a good old fashioned renaissance man, Jim Avery! Jim has LOADS of personal experience from his youth to today. Finding himself in situations of homelessness as a teenager, enlisting in the USMC and doing multiple tours overseas, taking on college to law school to even holding representative office in Missouri today - Jim's story is full of wonder and humor to boot. If you are looking for a successful personal injury attorney who actually takes the time to become friends with his clients and get them the best results possible, we invite you to sit back and get to know Jim!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro0:20 sponsors2:15 introducing Jim5:50 military service20:50 professional evolution21:40 piloting39:20 travel52:05 homeless at 17, youth stories1:07:35 opening law firm1:26:10 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we are THRILLED to bring you someone we have mentioned time and time again on the show and FINALLY her day has come! Amanda Clifton is a bjj black belt, instructor in for women at Revive BJJ, an avid Crossfit practitioner and coach, and a VP of Tech/Business Operations at Centiene Tech. Amanda is actually the person who Zach first rolled with a half decade ago who that opened his eyes to the world of jiu jitsu. And yes, she is the one who worked him multiple times in a three minute round. A competitor through and through, Amanda's story is one of winning and finding balance not only as a high level athlete but as a dedicated partner and leader to many.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro0:20 sponsors2:15 introducing Amanda/bjj origins12:40 black belt promotion/competing worlds21:10 training in Greece w/ Ffyion Davies28:30 crossfit37:15 physicality’s impact1:04:25 scary pace of life1:10:45 hyrox v crossfit1:16:40 TSG + outroFollow 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

In today's episode we are pleased to bring your Shawn Estep - principal attorney at the Estep Law Firm specializing in estate planning and making sure your assets are secure to your best interest before passing. This is the second estate planning attorney we have featured on the show and we were so grateful for his time and know how on the subject. Shawn's story actually begins with him as an engineer - having gone through the math and science heavy degree to only find a deeper burning passion elsewhere in the world of legal. This led to him embarking in law school while already enveloped in his career and family life. The decision since has been nothing short of rewarding and helped shape his perspective on family, legacy, and mortality.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd0:00 intro0:20 sponsors2:15 introducing Shawn4:05 getting into law from engineering23:30 generic estate planning advice30:35 entrepreneurship vs employment41:00 notable stories from estate planning53:45 elder law1:08:20 questions when setting up a will1:11:10 exit plan institute1:21:20 TSG + outroFollow 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