Learn about the magic of trusting yourself, the power of self-inquiry and how to use it to create a life of true peace. About Emma Evelyn Campbell Emma Evelyn Campbell is an Poet, Podcaster, Thought Partner and Mentor.  She serves others through multiple mediums, and creates the space for them to realize and live their hearts truth. Emma's mission is to know and experience unconditional love in all its forms. EPISODE LINKS 44: A Journey Through Poetry: "An Overflow of Pure Emotion, A Mirror...

The healing magic of horses is known by people who have horses and is science backed. Alison talks about her client therapy work with horses, how it works, the science and some of the results. About Alison McGabe Alison McCabe has worked with teens, families, couples, and individuals with a focus on resolving complex and acute trauma with a focus on systems thinking. She attended the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies, Prescott College, and has been a faculty member of the HERD...

Dan and Brandon talk saltwater fly fishing, how Dan got started, to his days writing for the most popular fishing publications, to the origins of his Whistler Fly, to fly fishing around the world. Fly anglers and non-fly anglers will love this episode. SHOW LINKS Dan Blanton https://DanBlanton.com  ABOUT DAN BLANTON Dan is a Hall of Fame fly fishing and casting instructor, lecturer, fly fishing author and outdoor photographer.  He is  one of the pioneers in the development of Pacific coast...

Jeff is a retired Delta Force operator and founder of Skull Games. He discusses his military career, modern-day slavery in America, how they hunt down human traffickers and how Skull Games, a platform that allows veterans to continue their passion for hunting in a safe and legal way, came to be. Jeff and Brandon have been friends for years. Brandon helped Jeff as he transitioned out of the military and found a new passion and purpose in using his martial skills for good. The Special...

Nikil won the the President's Innovation Prize in 2020 for Invent XYZ and what they are doing for high school kids to accelerate STEM education. Nikil talks about the importance of preparing students for the jobs that don't exist yet and how technology is changing every industry. They also discuss the need for practical skills in fields like computer science and business and how hands-on learning can prepare students for real-world challenges in their lives in and in the careers. A must...

You are the actor, director, and producer of your own story.  Joe shares his playbook so you can unlock your potential and find your own song. Joe also shares the power of psychedelic therapy, his journey to healing and enlightenment and how it might be a way to unlock ideas and possibilities you never thought possible. This thought provoking conversation will push your boundaries and make you better. About Joe Mechlinski Joe is an award-winning business leader, investor, and a New York...

Discover the science behind taking micro breaks for optimal productivity. Learn about the benefits of incorporating micro breaks into your workday and how they help you recover and feel rejuvenated. We also discuss the impact of micro break durations and activities on employee recovery. LINKS Examining the interplay of micro-break durations and activities for employee recovery: A mixed-methods investigation. https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2019-49585-001 How to Stay Focused and in the...

Brighton came into the studio to talk about the fascinating world of sand art and why and how he creates stunning designs on the beaches in Northern Cal From using drone technology to capturing time-lapse videos to incorporating fire and biochar into their creations, we delve into all aspects of this unique art form. SHOW NOTES Brighton Denevan Sand Artist https://www.facebook.com/brightonaerial/ABOUT BRIGHTON DENEVAN Brighton is based out of Santa Cruz, CA and is a land artist and drone...

The health benefits of using the sauna regularly have long been believed by people in Finland . Many use the sauna daily as a part of their everyday life. They feel better and live happier and longer lives.  Until the last decade or so the research on sauna bathing has been limited to studies with small subject sizes. Recently some larger, more in depth, studies have been done that point to real benefits of using the sauna on a regular basis. Sauna Benefits include: Improved cardiovascular...

Joe and his family fled Iran in 1983 and landed at San Francisco Airport with $700 and no idea how to speak english. Flash forward to 2023 and Joe runs a digital marketing company that works with national brands like Plow and Hearth, Harnery & Sons, The Christian Monitor and others, specializing in Google pay per click (PCC) advertising. Listen in to get actionable digital marketing tips as Joe shares how he applied what he's learned in Jujitsu to master the PPC Google game. EPISODE...

We explore the world of crypto trading, high-frequency trading and the incredible lengths traders go to gain an edge. From laying optical fiber all the way from Chicago to New York to running software on bare metal, we uncover the secrets of this opaque industry. NOTE: All opinions expressed by podcast participants are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of their employers. This podcast is created for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis...

We explore the world of startup funding and venture capital. Nareg shares insights on the use of safe notes, valuation caps, and discounts in pre-seed rounds. We discuss the importance of having a product or service with positive revenue when seeking institutional investment and the challenges faced by first-time founders in securing funding. We also dive into how the investor market has changed over the last few years and give advice to anyone looking to raise money from investors....

Having a great finance and accounting department in your business is the difference between having a good company and a great one. Sean came into the studio and did a deep dive with Brandon on what exactly it means to lead a great finance and accounting department. You'll leave with tips you can use to improve your business. About Sean Lamb Sean Lamb is Chief Financial Officer of Willow Innovations, the inventors and leading technology in wearable breast pumps for mom.   Sean comes to...

All about Chat GPT. The history, how Chat GPT works, its strengths, weaknesses and ways you can use it today in to help you in your daily life and in your business. This conversation goes deep and challenges some of the hype that Chat GPT has generated. The conversation is meant to inform you and question what the limits are on these large language models.  Brandon invited Serge Kurenkov, a CTO in Silicon Valley who has worked at companies like Ancestory.com,  into the EDGE studio to have a...

Laken shares her playbook how to achieve mental strength and perseverance so you can achieve YOUR best self. From one day being put in a closet to sharpen pencils with serious thoughts of giving up here dream,  to a call that day that put her on a plane and on the professional basketball court just a few days later. Learn how she set herself up for success and how YOU can do the same thing. About Laken James Laken is a four year professional women's basketball player. She played Division 1...

On World Water Day 2023 Taylor shares the story of Richard's Rainwater, the only company in the US that is licensed to sell rainwater as drinking water. From Richard collecting rainwater at his house in Austin, TX, to a few bottles of water locals said was the best drinking water they'd every had, to a full scale operation that has the opportunity to provide clean drinking water for communities around the world. About Taylor O'Neil and Richard's Rainwater Taylor is CEO of Richard’s...

Jeff and Mike share intimate details about a firefight where close air support from the A-10 Warthog was critical to helping save Jeff and his fellow Green Bret lives. You have to hear the story to believe it! And this is just one of many situations where close air support has saved lives. PLEASE help save close air support by signing the petition so we don't lose this vital capability. It only takes 20 seconds to sign the petition: Save Close Air Support Petition (takes about 20 seconds...

Kristen opens up and shares her story from clipping in to her first bike ride six years ago to leaving a venture capital job to pursue her calling and winning podium finishes on the UCI World Tour. Where do YOU feel like you are your BEST self?  Are you brave enough to follow that? You'll leave with the courage that YOU can do it too. and reach your peak performance. Why not you? About Kristen Faulkner Kristen is from Homer, Alaska, a quaint fishing village that is also the halibut fishing...

Alden drops into the studio and talks about his life, how he programmed his mind to be unstoppable, overcame health deficients to achieve peak performance, and after getting out of the SEAL teams started a company and sold it.  Alden and Brandon also talk about his new app GOALBud that will help you set and achieve your goals. You'll leave this episode with an actionable playbook to reach your peak performance and become unstoppable. About Alden Mills Alden Mills is on a mission to help...

Taking drugs to fix your health problems has become the norm instead of the exception or even better the last resort.  Sara and Brandon talk about how America has become hooked on drugs of all kinds. From over the counter drugs, prescription drugs and even illegal drugs,  Instead of a program for getting healthy, you get a prescription for a pill. Listen in hear how Sara's company is aiming to change this and how pharmaceutical sobriety may be the key to you living a longer life. About...

John and Brandon talk about what it's like being a full time professional fishing guide, fisheries conservation and catch BIG tuna on light tackle and fly fishing gear. About Capt. John McMurray of One More Cast Fishing Charters For twenty years Capt. McMurray has been the owner and primary operator of “One More Cast” Charters.  He runs trips on both the skiffs and the Contenders, pretty much every day the weather allows, from mid-April through December – with the notable exception of every...

Marc shares his two decades of entrepreneurship founding, building and selling three companies, the lessons he's learned along the way and how he and his team are aiming to make you more productive with Bloks. Lots of practical lessons you can immediately use that give you an edge to win in your business and in your life. About Marc Gingras Marc is a Canadian serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and business leader responsible for helming many successful startups that have transformed how...

Morgan and Brandon explore her journey from driving trucks in the Army to founding a non-profit with the idea of bringing people from all walks of life together over a good glass of bourbon to make the world a little better place. Morgan drops some things that you just can't make up. A fun, wild and inspiring conversation about a never give up attitude. About Morgan Hancock Morgan Hancock is a commercial real estate agent, entrepreneur, US ARMY veteran, mother-of-two, bourbonista, and...

Jinks and Brandon talk about his career flying the A-10 Warthog and Jinks shares lessons learned from flying missions in combat that you can apply to your life and business to reach your peak performance. About Jinks Jinks is a fighter pilot and Officer in the US Air Force Air National Guard where he has served for over nineteen years.   During that time he's been deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom (2x), Inherent Resolve, and Freedom’s Sentinel in A-10C Attack Aircraft....

Marike and Brandon talk about the escort business and how she built a world renowned escort service. About  Marike van der Velden Marike  is an entrepreneur from The Netherlands in a line of business that is not very common; at 21 she founded the fully legal high end escort service  called Society Service. EPISODE LINKS: Society Service https://www.societyservice.com/ CONNECT WITH US Claim Your Weekly EDGE Newsletter. It's FREE! Weekly email written by Brandon with insights that give...