Episodes

  • Episode 81: Part II- Scott Olson's Journey in Law, Finance, and Faith
    Dec 23 2024

    In this Part II episode, Scott Olson, shares his transformative journey from a successful career in finance to a life dedicated to ministry. After selling his hedge fund in 2010, Scott discusses his comfortable financial situation, involvement in a family office, and eventual pivot to ministry. He explains the concept of family offices, the nature of wealth in the Middle East, and his experiences in wealth management. Scott also reflects on his spiritual growth, the challenges of managing wealth, and his commitment to community service. The episode highlights Scott's dedication to faith, relationships, and making a positive impact.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 80: Part I- Scott Olson's Journey in Law, Finance, and Faith
    Dec 20 2024

    In this podcast episode, Scott Olson shares his life journey, from being raised by a teenage mother to his successful career in law and finance. He discusses his educational path, including attending Vanderbilt Law School, and his rise in structured finance and securitization. Scott reflects on the importance of mentorship, hard work, and building relationships. He also talks about his transition to the hedge fund industry and the impact of the 2008 financial crisis. Additionally, Scott shares how his faith journey began in 2008, influenced by key relationships, and how it shaped his personal and professional life.

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    56 mins
  • Episode 79: Juggling Life: Tips for Dads in Business and Family
    Dec 9 2024

    In this podcast episode, Thomas discusses the challenges of balancing family life, sports, and business, particularly during the busy fall season. He shares personal strategies, including weekly planning sessions with their spouse, utilizing reliable babysitters, prioritizing date nights, and allowing extra travel time to reduce stress. Thomas emphasizes the importance of communication, meal planning, and building relationships with other parents. He also highlights the value of using drive time for family connection and the necessity of saying no to time-consuming activities to prioritize family. The episode offers practical tips for managing a hectic household while maintaining family as a priority.

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    9 mins
  • Episode 78: Starting a Retail Business While Working a 9 to 5 Job
    Dec 2 2024

    In this episode, Patrick Isbell, owner of Eighteen South, shares his journey of balancing a 9 to 5 job, family life, and running a retail clothing store with two locations. Patrick discusses the inception of Eighteen South, starting from a spare bedroom to launching a Shopify website and eventually opening physical stores. He emphasizes the importance of humility, time management, and community engagement, particularly through a successful Spirit Collection. The conversation also covers inventory management, financial strategies, and future growth plans, including corporate branding and expanding their product line to include women's clothing.

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    50 mins
  • Episode 77: Part 2- Charles Newton III- Impacting Young Lives Through Coaching
    Nov 25 2024

    In this Part 2 episode, Thomas continues his conversation with Charles Newton (Newt), a dedicated coach and entrepreneur in youth sports, particularly basketball. Newt recounts his transition from a college coach to running a successful training facility, emphasizing the importance of developing young athletes both in skills and character. He discusses the role of analytics in coaching, the challenges of building a strong community, and the structure of his training programs. Newt also highlights the life skills sports impart and the financial strategies behind his business. His journey underscores resilience, innovation, and the transformative power of sports in shaping young lives.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 76: Part 1- Charles Newton III- Impacting Young Lives Through Coaching
    Nov 18 2024

    In this part I episode, Charles Newton III, known as "Newt", discusses his journey as a business owner and coach of a basketball program in Birmingham, AL. Thomas and Charles explore growing up in sports-oriented families, the evolution of coaching and the future of athletics. Newt reflects on the influence of his father and grandfather, his coaching philosophy, and the challenges of modern youth sports, including pressures from social media and commercialization. Their conversation emphasizes the importance of genuine connections, personal growth, and maintaining core values amidst the changing sports landscape.

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    38 mins
  • Episode 75: Parenting Hack: Tax-Smart Family Wealth Building
    Nov 11 2024

    In this podcast episode, Thomas outlines a strategy for paying his children through his company and using that income to fund their cash value life insurance policies via the infinite banking concept (IBC). He discusses the tax benefits of paying his children a salary, the growth potential of these insurance policies, and the importance of financial education. Thomas emphasizes teaching his children financial responsibility, ensuring their insurability, and providing them with access to capital for future needs. He encourages listeners to consider similar strategies for their families and invites feedback on financial planning topics.

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    8 mins
  • Episode 74: Part 2- The Art of Storytelling: Behind The Camera with Ginnard Archibald
    Nov 4 2024

    In this part 2 episode, Thomas and Ginnard delve into themes of self-reflection, authenticity, and the creative process. Ginnard shares personal anecdotes about overcoming challenges with his name and emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance. The discussion highlights the balance between personal style and client expectations, the financial aspects of content creation, and common misconceptions about the profession. The episode concludes with practical advice for aspiring creators, stressing the significance of community support and the pursuit of genuine passion in the creative industry.

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    42 mins