🎙 “I was sitting there with a loaded .45… and I thought my dog deserved better.”

In this emotional episode of The Good Hustle, John Henry sits down with Kris Quintana, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, mental health advocate, and school board leader, as he publicly shares his powerful story for the very first time.

From early childhood trauma to a breakdown in a boarded-up house with no heat or water… to losing control, finding therapy, and building a new life with purpose, Kris walks us through the moments that nearly ended everything, and the community, courage, and canine companion that pulled him back.

Now? He’s a husband, homeowner, and healing.. helping others as a leader in education, real estate, and local government.

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🎙 In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ What led a Coast Guard veteran to the edge of suicide ⚠️
✔️ Why healing doesn’t happen alone, or overnight 💬
✔️ How therapy, medication, and a Rottweiler named Ellie helped him survive 🐾
✔️ From homelessness to homeowner to school board VP 🏡
✔️ The truth about triggers, trauma, and slow growth 📉➡️📈
✔️ What he’d tell his 2017 self and anyone struggling right now ❤️

This one’s for the veterans, the survivors, the overcomers, and anyone who needs to know: you are not alone.

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🎙️ Guest: Kris Quintana
🔗 Instagram: @veteranq

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🏈 “I had 50 D1 offers. But when the game ended, I didn’t know who I was anymore.”

In this powerful episode of The Good Hustle, John Henry sits down with Jameel “Coach Po” Poteat — a hometown football hero whose life took unexpected turns after the NFL dream faded.

From Friday night lights at Bishop McDevitt to D1 glory at Pitt and Cincinnati, Jameel seemed destined for football greatness. But when injury, coaching changes, and depression derailed his career, he had to reinvent himself — for his family, his community, and most of all, for himself.

Now? He’s undefeated in a new league: inspiring youth, mentoring young athletes, and providing housing for homeless veterans and low-income families through his real estate venture, Dreams to Reality.

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🎙 In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ The brutal reality of chasing football dreams 💔
✔️ Why 50 scholarship offers became a burden, not a blessing 🎓
✔️ How football’s end led to depression — and rebirth 💡
✔️ Building a 40-0 youth football program from scratch 🏆
✔️ Coaching life skills, not just plays 🧠
✔️ Turning real estate into a mission for impact 🏘
✔️ How “Coach Po” is creating a new pipeline — to purpose 🙌

Whether you’re chasing a creative dream or trying to stay grounded in the chaos, Gillian’s story will light a fire in you.

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🎙️ Guest: Jameel Poteat
🔗 Instagram: @jameel_poteat

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🎤 “Music is my life — if you can’t be part of that, I’m not the girl for you.”

In this inspiring episode of The Good Hustle, country singer-songwriter Gillian Smith returns for a powerful update one year later — and wow, what a year it’s been.

From winning Best Female Country Artist at the CPMAs to opening for Cole Swindell and stepping onto the main stages of major country music festivals, Gillian has stayed true to her craft — and herself.

But behind the music is a powerful personal story of setting boundaries in relationships, confronting anxiety and panic attacks, transforming her health, and finding a team that lifts her up including her guitar player/best friend Sarah and her fiancé Sam, who’s been by her side every step of the way.

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🎙️ In this episode, you'll hear about:

✔️ The “local Grammys” Gillian just won 🏆
✔️ Her honest dating ultimatum, and how Sam responded ❤️
✔️ Going from side stage to main stage at major country music festivals 🎶
✔️ Opening for Cole Swindell this summer 🌟
✔️ Her mental and physical health transformation over 2 years 💪
✔️ Why having the right support system can change everything 🙌

Whether you’re chasing a creative dream or trying to stay grounded in the chaos, Gillian’s story will light a fire in you.

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📍 Follow Gillian Smith:
🔗 Instagram: @gilliansmithmusic
🌐 Website: gilliansmithmusic.com

🎸 Guitarist & Maid of Honor: Sarah
💍 Shoutout to Sam: The real MVP behind the scenes
📺 Catch Gillian singing the National Anthem at Big 33 — airing soon!

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