Episode 135 - From 0 to $100M: How to Scale Your Startup Like a Pro featuring Prady Tewarie Part 3

Welcome to part 3 of our series that we call, “From 0 to $100 Million; How to Scale Your Startup like a Pro featuring Prady Tewarie.’  During this episode, Prady navigates through the complexities of employing other people and examines how the appropriate systems do more than simply mitigate certain issues that arise, but they also add extreme value to the company.  He dissects specific strategies such as using a system to remove the element of human emotion from a given process within your business, as well as concepts such as firing yourself from certain tasks or duties and utilizing someone else who is more effective and/or more efficient.  Get ready to expand those big beautiful brains of yours once again as we dive into the world of entrepreneurship with the eternally ambitious, Prady Tewarie.

Episode 134 - From 0 to $100M: How to Scale Your Startup Like a Pro featuring Prady Tewarie Part 2

For this second episode of our series titled “From 0 to $100 Million: How to Scale Your Startup like a Pro featuring Prady Tewarie, we discuss what Prady asserts is the lifeblood of any company, and that is the profits.  Prady stresses the importance of delegating the funds in the beginning of any business venture into the appropriate mechanisms that will perpetuate the life of the new endeavor.   Hence, this is why he characterizes the profits as the lifeblood of the business.  He also gives us several strategies and perspectives to consider in order to maximize our profits at the onset of a company and helps us to steer clear of some of the pitfalls that can drain our resources and leave us stuck without ever realizing our true potential.  Ladies and gentlemen, prepare yourselves to receive the guidance that could take your business to the next level, brought to you by the powerhouse, Prady Tewarie.

Episode 133 - From 0 to $100M: How to Scale Your Startup Like a Pro featuring Prady Tewarie

For this episode of the CEP, Colt and James welcome you to this first installment of the 5 part series highlighting the basics of entrepreneurship and business titled “From 0 to $100M; How to Scale Your Startup Like a Pro featuring Prady Tewarie.  Prady’s list of accomplishments are beyond impressive, especially for a guy who is not even 30 years old yet.  He is a bodybuilder, he is an attorney, he is a business man and entrepreneur, owner of the Azoth supplement company, he is the co-host of the highly motivational podcast called The Enlightened Millennial, and on top of all that, Prady is of strong character and an all-around motivational guy.  During this first episode we delve into the most fundamental concept of any venture that anyone is attempting to take on, and that is mindset.  Prady guides us through what our brains should be calculating during this stage and how to align our perceptions in order to take those very crucial first steps into business and, hopefully success.

Episode 132 - Pete and Brendan of Trapt

For this episode we bring you Brendan Hengle and Pete Charell of Trapt. Colt and James toed the line between being huge fans of this band and attempting to pull off an interview backstage at a rock concert. Did they pull it off? Listen to this episode and judge for yourselves! During this show we discuss topics such as the evolution of the band throughout the years, storming Area 51, Brendan’s background as a super talented multi-instrumentalist, craft beers, and much more. Be sure to follow Trapt around on the socials and do not miss an opportunity to see them a at live show.

Episode 131 - Michelle Benedict 2

For this edition of the CEP, we bring you Michelle Benedict.  Michelle is a mindfulness practitioner who specializes in working with children.  She is also a fantastic speaker on the subject of mindfulness and you can, and should, find her Tedx Talk on YouTube to further educate yourself on the topic.  During this conversation we talk about mindfulness practice during the formative years of childhood and the potential that comes with that.  We also dive into the topics of freewill, the self, the divine, and more so if you like to delve into the deeper nature of our existence on this planet then this episode shan’t disappoint.

Episode 130 - Kris Gethin

For this episode of the CEP we bring you the very motivational Kris Gethin.  Kris began his journey on a farm in Wales but ended up traveling the globe and making waves in the world of fitness and nutrition.  His resume is extensive and currently includes: his work as an internationally qualified nutritionist, he is a personal trainer who who has transformed a crap load of people through his online trainers, he’s the CEO of Kaged Muscle Supplements, Co-Founder of Kris Gethin Gyms, and Kris is also the founder of healthkik.com.  Be sure to follow Kris Gethin on the socials and check out his website at krisgethin.com to learn more about Kris and his products including the Dynamic Transformation Principle (DTP).

Episode 129 - Austin Stout

For this edition of the CEP we bring you Austin Stout.  Austin is an online strength coach, Master Tech at Integrated Muscle and Health, a podcaster, and he’s a massive dude.  Give Austin a like and a follow on the socials and let him know that the CEP sent you his way.  Also, be sure to check out Austin’s podcast called The Mind Body Broadcast, available where all great podcasts can be downloaded.  Austin cohosts this show with Marty McPhe and the podcast is packed with tons of great info for competitors and bodybuilders of all ilk. Do not miss out on all the important info that Austin has to offer. You shan’t be disappointed, I promise.

Episode 128 - Shelby Starnes

For this episode we bring you the great, Shelby Starnes.  Shelby is a pro bodybuilder turned bodybuilding coach and you can check into him and his services at shelbystarnes.com.  I also highly recommend following his Instagram page if you want to access a butt load of free fitness content that he churns out like nobody’s business.   Shelby is a fantastic athlete and a really great person to talk with so we hope you all enjoy this show as much as we enjoyed recording it.

Episode 127 - Cerebral Chat With Colt & James

For this episode we bring you another riveting chat with Colt and James. During our chat you will hear us discuss my recent illness and how it affected my motivation, Colt’s run in with an apparently high lady who happened to be driving her car through the city with no tire on the rim, fleeting thoughts, streams of consciousness, and more. Don’t forget to subscribe to the CEP on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play and reach out to us at cerebral@thecepodcast.com. Here we go!

Episode 126 - Ryan Sickler

For this edition of the CEP, we bring you Ryan Sickler.  Ryan is a stand up comedian and has a number 1 comedy album called Get a Hold of Yourself.  He’s had appearances on Tosh.O, The Late Late Show, and not too long ago he sat with Joe Rogan on the Joe Rogan Experience.  Ryan is also a podcaster, co hosting The Crabfeast which ended at the end of 2018 but now Ryan has a new podcast called The HoneyDew, which he records out of Your Mom’s House Studios, home of the great Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky. Be sure to follow Ryan on the socials and download his podcast episodes where all great podcast episodes can be downloaded.

Episode 125 - Cam Gillette of Smoke From All the Friction

For this edition of the CEP we bring you Cam Gillette of Smoke From All the Friction.  Smoke From All the Friction is a project out of Raleigh, North Carolina whose moody electronic pop with industrial undertones will tickle your ear holes with all of its friction, quite probably causing smoke to appear.  Get it?  We had a great time discussing all thing Smoke and Friction with the mastermind behind this project, Cam Gillette, as we delve into his creative foundation and inspirations and the meaning behind several of the tracks that we feature during the episode.  Be sure to follow Smoke From All the Friction on the socials and download/stream their music where all great music can be downloaded and streamed.  Support Independent music, people!

Tracks featured on this episode:

Meant to Be

One of You

Cross & Tattoo

Episode 124 - Jeff Johnson and Buzz Sutherland

 For this edition of the CEP we bring you Jeff Johnson and Buzz Sutherland.  Jeff, along with his wife and daughter, is the owner and proprietor of Laughing Gas Comedy in Cape Girardeau, MO, which is an all new, 7000 square foot venue that houses both the Laughing Gas Comedy club and the huge N2O Lounge; both very impressive.  And Buzz is an outstanding comic that has a longstanding history with Jeff and so he came down to provide the comedy for the launch of this new endeavor.  Buzz definitely had me in tears both on and off the mic with some of his stories and so if you ever get the opportunity to see him perform, do it.  You shan’t be disappointed.  And if you are ever in the Cape Girardeau, MO area be sure to stop by Laughing Gas Comedy to see a show, and maybe lounge in the lounge.

Episode 123 - Back to the Basics Part 4: A Guide for Growth featuring Scott McNally

For this episode we wrap up our series titled Back to the Basics: A Guide for Growth featuring Scott McNally. During this episode Scott finishes up his discussion on the essential component of nutrition as he reminds us that meeting our fitness goals is 100% physical training and 100% nutrition.  Next, he guides us down the crucial path of supplementation, and then we close things out with a serious talk about responsible steroid use.  Be sure to follow Scott McNally on Advices Radio Network and Bodybuilding Nerds Radio, show him and all his cohorts love on the socials, and enjoy this final installment of our series.

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We've got a great lineup coming straight to your ear holes but as always I am compelled to remind y’all of the reason why we have assembled here today on the CEP.  And that reason is for you to find independent artists out there who are releasing crazy good music.  After that, your objective is to research the artists putting out the music that you like, track them down on the socials and then do the following.  Like and follow them on the social platforms and share their music to your own page so that now you are the cool guy or gal finding the killer music and hooking up all your friends and fam.   Also, be sure to visit the artists' websites, buy some merch, and head over to the streaming sites so that you can stream or download their music.  Support independent, people!

Tracks featured on this episode

Crazy Red Shades by Whiskey Raccoons

Pass-A-Fire by Current Year

Believe by For the City

Still Waiting by Inner Outlines

Episode 122 - Tracey Maxfield Discusses Depression

For this episode we bring you Tracey Maxfield. Ever since Tracey was a very small child she wanted to be a nurse and for the past past 36 years, she has worked as a nurse, caring for patients in the field of gerontology and those suffering from dementia. Tracey is also a blogger, an author, and a depression survivor who decided that her story is too important not to share with others. Tracey details the horrific symptoms of her severe depression, including her battle with intense suicidal ideations, and discusses many of the life events that have shaped her into the person that she is today. Be sure to investigate Tracey and her work at traceymaxfield.com and if you, or someone you know, is battling with depression, remember that you are not alone and there are people out there who care.

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We want to remind you that our mission is to become an internationally recognized hub where creative forces from across the planet can showcase their most excellent talents for the world to hear.  That of course, is our job.  It is your job to investigate the artists that you find here.  Track them on the socials and let them know that you heard them on the CEP.  Go to their respective websites and learn more about them, buy some merchandise, perhaps a hard copy of their albums.  Then take to the streaming sites and stream, or download if that is an option, their music to your heart’s content.  And of course, find out when you can see them at a live show because that is really where the magic happens.  Support independent music, people!

Tracks featured on this episode:

Headrest by The Window Dogs

Bite the Bullet by The Howl Twins

Love is Gone by The Lowlies

Wait by Avnue

Episode 121 - Back to the Basics: A Guide for Growth featuring Scott McNally

This is Episode 3 of the series titled Back to the Basics: A Guide for Growth featuring Scott McNally.  Scott is the prolific podcaster of the bodybuilding arena and you can find all of his shows on bodybuildingnerds.com and advicesradio.com, and of course you can look for Bodybuilding Nerds and the Advices Radio Network on all platforms where great podcasts are disseminated.  During this episode you are going to hear Scott bring us all kinds of useful info regarding the nutrition aspects of being fit.  Scott guides us by breaking down the  macro-nutrients that we need, with an emphasis on proteins but he also brings the fats and carbs to the table, you get that? To the table?  That was pretty good right?  But no he also discusses emotional eating and some of the things that we have to cut out of the diet  Like refined sugar.  It is evil folks.  Its the debil.  At any rate, I am personally taking full advantage of the information being brought to us by the very knowledgeable Scott McNally and I implore you to do the same.

Episode 120 - Jeremy Stanton of Barrel Brands

For this edition we bring you the very inspirational Jeremy Stanton.  Jeremy is a military veteran, he is a husband and a father, and he is the proprietor of Barrel Brands which is a line of barrel aged hair and skin oils made from a base of pure vitamin E and a blend of other natural ingredients.  I use Barrel Brands products myself, and so does Colt with his big bushy beard that he sports.  Barrel Brands is a very unique and special company and we are proud to have crossed paths with Jeremy but believe me when I tell you that he is much more than his product.  Barrel Brands is the reason why we connected with him but we are super fortunate to have developed a relationship with Jeremy and I learn something new every time I listen to him speak.  At any rate, be sure to get on the socials and find Jeremy Stanton, check into Barrel Brands on the socials, and get over to the website at barrelbrands.us to purchase some of the best hair and skin products on the market.

Playlist 21 - TigreNolo

For this edition of the CE Playlist we bring you TigreNolo. TigreNolo is a St. Louis hip hop duo that you may see driving through South City hanging out the windows of a moving car while shooting a music video. You may see them somewhere on stage tearing things up, or maybe even playing an MVP caliber football game in the snow. At any rate, when you see them they will probably be sporting their respective onesies and spitting fire at every turn. We had a great time hanging with these cats and discussing the genesis of TigreNolo, the making of their music and music videos, the effects of social media, and much more. Be sure to follow TigreNolo on the socials, download their music where all great music can be downloaded, and definitely don’t miss the opportunity to see them slay the stage in a live performance. Support independent music people!

Tracks featured on this episode:

42069 Ihler Street

88mph

Biff n’ Burt

Episode 119 - Back to the Basics: A Guide for Growth featuring Scott McNally

For this edition of the CEP, we bring you the second installment of our series titled Back to the Basics: A Guide for Growth featuring Scott McNally of Bodybuilding Nerds and Advices Radio Network.  Scott has really dedicated himself to living a life of fitness as a bodybuilder, a diet coach, and as a podcaster and he is bringing all of that experience to the mics with us to discuss some of the fundamental elements that will help anyone establish and reach their fitness goals. During this second installment of Back to the Basics Scott breaks down many highly valuable topics such as managing expectations, considering a personal trainer, how to develop a training program that is right for you, and much much more.  Be sure that you go and check into all of Scott’s podcasts at advicesradio.com and bodybuildingnerds.com, and you can also download all of his podcast episodes where all great podcasts can be downloaded.