Chips and Walk
24 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Sharing inspirational stories of motivated individuals who have overcome extreme odds and have managed to rise to the top. My guests have a healthy chip on their shoulder and walk a life of success.
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Lawrence Herrera -Continuous Improvement Through Health and Fitness
April 15, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBToday I talk with Lawrence Hererra. Lawrence is owner of The Performance Ranch in Albuquerque, New Mexico where he and his team help athletes of all types become better and perform better outside the gym walls. Lawrence has trained several elite athletes including UFC champions, Olympic athletes, NFL and major league players. Listen in as he shares the challenges he faced as a kid, a decision he made that almost cost him his life, and how he has now become a pillar of strength for his commun...
Lawrence Herrera -Continuous Improvement Through Health and Fitness
April 15, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBToday I talk with Lawrence Hererra. Lawrence is owner of The Performance Ranch in Albuquerque, New Mexico where he and his team help athletes of all types become better and perform better outside the gym walls. Lawrence has trained several elite athletes including UFC champions, Olympic athletes, NFL and major league players. Listen in as he shares the challenges he faced as a kid, a decision he made that almost cost him his life, and how he has now become a pillar of strength for his commun...
Jeremiah Bitsui - Pt 2 - Behind the Scenes and Recognizing Growth
April 19, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBToday I talk with Jeremiah Bitsui. Jeremiah is a Native American actor, best known for his portrayal of Victor in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Jeremiah is owner of Bitco Corporation and along with his wife is co-founder of Dreamlab Coffee, a non-profit organization whose vision is to provide a place for the community to learn, grow, share, and help people reach their highest potential. Jeremiah was very generous with his time and we covered a lot of ground from life on the Navajo Natio...
Jeremiah Bitsui - Pt 1 - Native Pride, Surviving the Streets, and Breaking Bad
April 12, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBToday I talk with Jeremiah Bitsui. Jeremiah is a Native American actor, best known for his portrayal of Victor in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Jeremiah is owner of Bitco Corporation and along with his wife is co-founder of Dreamlab Coffee, a non-profit organization whose vision is to provide a place for the community to learn, grow, share, and help people reach their highest potential. Jeremiah was very generous with his time and we covered a lot of ground from life on the Navajo Natio...
Ted Phaeton - Weathering The Storm
March 02, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBToday I talk with Ted Phaeton. Ted is co-anchor of The Morning News for FOX Carolina, he is host of the No Rain No Rainbows podcast, and is co-founder of the Modern Man Show. Listen in as Ted shares his struggle with health challenges, tactics he uses to move past some of life's adverse moments and what he's doing to help remove the barrier that keeps most men from opening up and sharing what's on their minds. Please enjoy this episode with Ted Phaeton You can find him on Instagram @thereal...
Kareem Edwards - Achieving Success Without A Playbook
February 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBToday I talk with Kareem Edwards. Kareem is owner and President of IT Connect Inc. His company is based out of Santa Fe, New Mexico and has expanded across the country. Did I mention he's also my brother? Listen in as he shares his story of overcoming adversity and how he faced challenging times to get to where he is today. At moments we struggle to fight back emotions and I just about lose my voice. Please enjoy this episode with my Brother Kareem Edwards You can find his company online a...
Lee Coc - Beyond The Tough Guy Image
January 25, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBToday I talk with Lee Coc. Lee is best known for his tough guy roles in movies like the Mule with Clint Eastwood and television shows like the Rookie and LA's finest. Originally from Houston, Lee made the move to pursue his music career. He left behind a life that leads most people to prison or death and set his mind on creating a better life for himself and his family. We peel back the layers of Lee as he gives a glimpse into his new found life. Please enjoy this episode with Lee Coc My g...
Claudia Romo Edelman - Advocate for the Hispanic Community and Making a Global Impact
December 21, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBToday I talk with Claudia Romo Edelman. Claudia is a Mexican-Swiss diplomat who is a Special Adviser at the United Nations and Founder of the We Are All Human Foundation, whose mission is to advance an agenda of equity, inclusion and representation. She is the co-host of ‘Global GoalsCast’, a podcast distributed by CBS News Digital, which highlights global progress through the stories of champions making a difference. Please enjoy this episode with Claudia Romo Edelman You can find Claudi...
Mario Armstrong - Going For Broke To Accomplish A Dream
November 17, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBToday I talk with Mario Armstrong. Mario is host of the Emmy winning Never Settle Show, Mario focuses on positivity, motivation, and tactical advice to inspire people to take action. He is an entrepreneur, brand influencer, and a public speaker listed with Daymond John’s Shark Group Speaking Division. Mario pulls back the curtain on his journey and offers a glimpse into the ups and downs of show business and how he pushed through it all. Please enjoy this episode with Mario Armstrong. You...
Quinn Stephenson - A Humble Journey Through The Culinary Marathon
November 05, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBToday I talk with Quinn Stephenson. Quinn is the owner of Coyote Cafe and Cantina and the Santa Cafe. Both restaurants are located in Santa Fe New Mexico where the food scene is world renowned and some of the toughest competition when it comes to fine dining. Quinn started off as a dishwasher around town and worked his way behind the bar. Quinn realized he had an affinity for making craft cocktails and a nose for wine. Earning his Sommelier certification only solidified his knack for the foo...
Quinn Stephenson - A Humble Journey Through The Culinary Marathon
November 05, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBToday I talk with Quinn Stephenson. Quinn is the owner of Coyote Cafe and Cantina and the Santa Cafe. Both restaurants are located in Santa Fe New Mexico where the food scene is world renowned and some of the toughest competition when it comes to fine dining. Quinn started off as a dishwasher around town and worked his way behind the bar. Quinn realized he had an affinity for making craft cocktails and a nose for wine. Earning his Sommelier certification only solidified his knack for the foo...
Jason Wallace - From Homeless to the White House
October 19, 2020 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBToday I talk with Jason Wallace. Jason has had the privilege of serving under President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama. He is the founder of Community ONE, a nonprofit that exposes under-served youth to unique career opportunities. He is host of his own podcast Lyrics and Lattes and Key to the City recipient to his hometown of San Bernardino CA. Jason has experienced the highest office in the land and the lowest of circumstances like being homeless and we dig into all of it. Pleas...
Omari White - Hip Hop, Basketball, and Playing the Long Game
October 05, 2020 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBIn this episode I talk with Omari White. Omari is associate editor at One37pm, former culture writer at Newsweek, and journalist at RESPECT magazine. Omari is a self proclaimed long range shooter (which by the way has nothing to do with guns) and he has a knack for spotting new talent in the music industry and a keen eye for spotting sports most appealing and talented athletes around. We get into his thoughts on the current music scene, how he turned a personal struggle into a career and whe...
Wesley Hamilton - Disabled But Not Really
September 14, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MBToday I talk with Wesley Hamilton. Wesley is best known for his Emmy Nominated episode of Queer Eye on Netflix. Wesley and I talk about his injury that caused him to become paralyzed from the waist down. His lifestyle and circumstances that led up to his injury and how he fought daily to overcome the mental battle of being paralyzed. We then jump into mindset and how his circumstances would not define the outcome of his life. We talk about his organization Disabled But Not Really and the pos...
Dr. Clarence Lee Jr. - Perseverance, Passion, and Persistence
September 04, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBToday I talk with Dr. Clarence Lee Jr. Dr Lee shares his story of fighting through rejection, how he persevered and ultimately made it through medical school. We discuss challenges he faced as a kid, his experience in the military, and what drives him to keep pursuing goals even after all of his accomplishments. We jump into his latest book Persist and how the knowledge he shares can push anyone to go after their dreams. Dr. Lee is a nationally celebrated author, international speaker, and ...
Coss Marte - Multi Million $ Drug Ring to Mega NYC Fitness Studio
August 25, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBToday I talk with Coss Marte. Coss is founder and CEO of Con Body, a prison style boot camp workout facility based in Lower Manhattan. The story of entrepreneurship began early for Coss when he started selling drugs at the age of 13 and was in and out of jail through his early adolescence. By the time Coss was 23 he had built a multi-million dollar empire with his sophisticated drug delivery business. Coss and his associates were not standing on the street corner, instead they wore suits and...
Coss Marte - Multi Million $ Drug Ring to Mega NYC Fitness Studio
August 25, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBToday I talk with Coss Marte. Coss is founder and CEO of Con Body, a prison style boot camp workout facility based in Lower Manhattan. The story of entrepreneurship began early for Coss when he started selling drugs at the age of 13 and was in and out of jail through his early adolescence. By the time Coss was 23 he had built a multi-million dollar empire with his sophisticated drug delivery business. Coss and his associates were not standing on the street corner, instead they wore suits and...
Jessica Cox - The first Armless Pilot and Taekwondo Champion
July 22, 2020 06:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBToday I talk with Jessica Cox. From the day she was born, Jessica has faced daily challenges that most of us take for granted. Jessica has a rare condition that caused her to be born without arms but has never let this two handed world slow her down. She has constantly had to prove to herself and others around her that she can do just about anything. With the right amount of grit and determination, Jessica has accomplished more than most people dare dream of. Jessica is best known for becomi...
Violet Palmer - The first Woman to become an NBA referee
July 13, 2020 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIf you are an NBA fan you've seen her on the court with some of the best basketball players in the world. Violet was the first female NBA referee and went on to call multiple post season games and the 2014 all star game. Violet proved herself to be one of the best to call the game. Despite the critics and tough comments made about her, Violet broke through many barriers in the world of professional sports and paved the way for women officials around the world. Please enjoy this episode with ...
Jillion Potter - World Cup Bronze Medal winner, Captain of the 2016 USA Olympic Women's Rugby Team, and all around Fighter
July 06, 2020 04:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBToday I talk with Jillion Potter, Captain of the first ever women's Olympic rugby team placing 5th at the 2016 Rio games and 2013 Bronze medal winner at the world cup in Moscow. We discuss how she got involved with Rugby and her love for the game. We then jump into a life changing injury that nearly ended her career, a cancer diagnosis that almost stopped her in her tracks and how she fought through it all to achieve her Olympic dream. Please enjoy this episode with Jillion Potter. You can...
Ep 2 Anthony Frasier - Tech Entreprenuer, Author, TEDx Speaker, and Start-Up founder.
June 25, 2020 19:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBAnthony and I discuss some of the challenges he faces as an African American in the world of tech startups, how he steered clear of the dangerous environment right outside his front door growing up in Newark NJ, and what he is doing to help clear an easier path for those following in his footsteps.
Ep 2 Anthony Frasier - Tech Entreprenuer, Author, TEDx Speaker, and Start-Up founder.
June 25, 2020 19:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBAnthony and I discuss some of the challenges he faces as an African American in the world of tech startups, how he steered clear of the dangerous environment right outside his front door growing up in Newark NJ, and what he is doing to help clear an easier path for those following in his footsteps.
Ep 1 Dr. Russell Ledet - Before his success, we talk challenges, hard times, and rising above it all
June 25, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBDr. Russell Ledet has an incredible story of struggle and triumph. Before his PhD and Medical School, as a child, Dr. Ledet often wondered where his next meal would come from. Raised by a single mother who encouraged reading and learning, Dr. Ledet found a way out of poverty. After serving in the military, Dr. Ledet capitalized on education and set his eyes on a PhD from NYU and is currently a medical student at Tulane School of Medicine. After getting an opportunity to visit the Whitney Pl...
Ep 3 Tabari Wallace - Professional Football, How to face challenges head on, and Fighting hunger in his school.
June 25, 2020 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBWe discuss his professional football career, how he got through challenging moments in his life, and how he is reforming schools one by one as North Carolina's 2018 Principal of the Year.