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!

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:15 introducing Jim

5:50 military service

20:50 professional evolution

21:40 piloting

39:20 travel

52:05 homeless at 17, youth stories

1:07:35 opening law firm

1:26:10 TSG + outro

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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.

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:15 introducing Amanda/bjj origins

12:40 black belt promotion/competing worlds

21:10 training in Greece w/ Ffyion Davies

28:30 crossfit

37:15 physicality’s impact

1:04:25 scary pace of life

1:10:45 hyrox v crossfit

1:16:40 TSG + outro

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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.

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:15 introducing Shawn

4:05 getting into law from engineering

23:30 generic estate planning advice

30:35 entrepreneurship vs employment

41:00 notable stories from estate planning

53:45 elder law

1:08:20 questions when setting up a will

1:11:10 exit plan institute

1:21:20 TSG + outro

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In today's episode we bring you another WMA and TAC Team contemporary - Bill Brown! Bill has lived a diverse life of growing up fast and quickly falling into the world of collectables with high upside. Whether it's watches, precious metals, bourbon, or even coveted Jordan's - Bill's knowledge is near limitless as to how valuable some trinkets can really be. As well, he explains how a tough childhood pushed him into combat sports, earning his purple belt, and how this plays into management of wealth and teams and even how he parents his kids. A great guy with a broad experience of knowledge - this episode is full of gems and we couldn't be happier to bring it to you!

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:25 introducing Bill/collectables

27:55 combat sports/childhood origins

49:45 masculinity/fatherhood

1:01:00 bourbon

1:29:10 TSG + outro

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In today's episode we are excited to bring you another Adventure Unknown contemporary and member of our own STL public service community, Ed Fogelbach! Ed has an amazing story told with a great sense of humor that dives deep into his years of public service - having played the roles of police, EMT, and firefighting. As well, when it comes to fatherhood, Ed takes great pride in molding the lives of NINE children, understanding that a loving, compassionate father has the ultimate influence on a young person's life. If you want to be inspired, laugh, or learn more about the amazing public servants in STL - tap in and tune up!

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:25 introducing Ed

17:10 De Peres Fire/EMT/Police trifecta

23:00 Early policing

35:45 applications to business

48:00 raising nine kids

1:14:15 TSG + outro

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In today's episode we are pleased to bring you Monica Adams, a reporter/journalist whom has maintained a prolific presence for over 30 years and is one St. Louis' most recognizable faces because of it! This episode runs the span of everything from her days at Mizzou, her relationships with her parents and husband, the morals and values she maintained and prioritized throughout her career, and her endeavors in coaching as well! This is a very special episode for us as Monica is someone who has risen to heights we aspire to with this show so having her on was a great reminder of what's possible!

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:25 introducing Monica

11:40 Blake Snyder/police relations

21:40 getting into broadcasting

55:15 social media

1:00:55 interviews with celebrities

1:06:35 staying motivated

1:14:30 TSG + outro

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In today's episode we are pleased to bring you a fellow podcaster in the AU/Punchline family, Collin Ledbetter - host of the Built Different Podcast! Collin's story is one of service, beginning with his time in the National Guard, moving over to STLMPD, and eventually retiring early from the force after a near fatal shooting in the city. His story is one of recovery and heroism and we are so proud to not only call him a St. Louisan but someone who inspires us to be better as creators and men too!

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:25 introducing Collin/shooting story

16:25 mental health

20:10 police PTSD

26:05 identity after service

32:00 use of force in policing/crisis negotiations

40:35 Collin’s philosophy

47:10 recovery after shooting

58:25 military training in real life application

1:10:40 TSG + outro

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In today's episode we are joined by regular guest our fight companions, coach and fellow bjj purple under Kyle Watson/Watson Martial Arts - Nick Curran! Nick is not only a great friend to the show but has been listening since our first episode all the way back in December of 2023! Nick's episode was recorded just before the last CXBJJ tournament so only natural the subject matter would dive deep into jiu jitsu, how it has impacted Nick, brought him community, patience, and spilled over into how he gives back to the community! An episode a long time in the making, whether you're an athlete, love the outdoors, or are just here to listen to a great guy talk about life - Nick has you covered this episode!

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0:00 intro

0:20 sponsors

2:25 introducing Nick

5:10 beginning bjj

22:05 winning mindset

37:05 CXBJJ

43:30 experience at other gyms

51:55 outdoors enthusiasm

1:02:40 work/business

1:18:55 TSG + outro

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