Uli Who
219 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsUli Who is a series of authentic and genuine conversations that 417-area Fire Captain and local raconteur has with a wide ranging array of guests covering topics across the spectrum. In an era when we're constantly connected on social media, we've never felt more DISconnected from one another, and that sense of isolation doesn't have to have rent space in your head. So tune in for an hour of good conversations about just about anything, and leave with food for thought and a smiling soul!
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Into The Musical Circles With Molly Healey
August 16, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 26.1 MBShe has played at Burning Man, is trained in the classical genre and has written not one, but TWO songs about tuberculosis; Molly Healey is a tour de force of musical talent, and when not playing with her own band, or the Ozark Mtn. Daredevils or putting out albums, she can be found silently composing her next songs. Enjoy an hour of her backstory and some live music as she delves into her writing process, her background and the one thing we both have in common...having both been in high sch...
Survival: Tammy's Story Of Strength
August 09, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 37.6 MBWhat started out as a random date quickly turned into sharing one of the most harrowing tales of survival I've ever heard. Shot seven times and left to die at the hand of her own mother-in-law, Tammy not only lived to tell the tale, she's rebuilt her life and continues to thrive as a mother, professional and powerhouse of resilience in the face of domestic abuse. In light of the heartbreaking headlines recently, a story of survival might just give some hope to those who need to hear it most....
Ox & Friends: A Conversation With Kaitlin
August 02, 2019 21:35 - 1 hour - 31.5 MBShe's hilarious and delivers a mean six-pack of mini-meisters; Kaitlin Oxenreider sat down with me at The House Of Distinguished Rogues for an hour to discuss a wide variety of wild topics, including her obsession with John Goodman, her love of pickles and her role as an owner/manager of Pappo's Pizzeria South here in Springfield. It gets boozy, as I introduce her to my infamous gin & tonics and she gets me to sample some Jagermeister, against my better judgement. Tune in for some laughs, mo...
Behind The Beer With Lear, Vol. 4
July 29, 2019 22:26 - 1 hour - 34.4 MBIn this episode, Ryan, AJ & I delve into 4 beers that couldn't be more dissimilar; Ryan gives you the technical aspects, I give you the everyman perspective. We also wax idiotic about Deviled Eggs as a palate cleanser, the Sugarfoot Incident, some dude named Terry, and whether or not "Auto-Brewery Syndrome" is a real thing. Tune in for a long dive into some pretty nerdy beer stuff. Cheers!
Living In The Grey: A Conversation About Relationships With Katie
July 19, 2019 17:40 - 54 minutes - 22.3 MBLet's get personal with a conversation with my close friend Katie about relationships, why we look for attention in the wrong places, guys with flatbill hats and goatees and my mild melatonin addiction. Tune in for an hour of some seriously open discussion with few boundaries. Tune in!
The (Mat) Best Of Times: A Conversation With My Brother
July 09, 2019 11:20 - 42 minutes - 19.2 MBWith over 1.6 million followers on Facebook, 712k followers on Instagram and a book that recently debuted #1 on Amazon, Mat Best has amassed an impressive following; he is also the co-founder/co-owner of Leadslingers Whiskey, Article 15 Clothing and Black Rifle Coffee Company and created the movie Range 15. All of this followed his time spent as on several deployments as an Army Ranger and work as a contractor overseas. Also? He's my little brother. Tune in as I take a peek at the man behind...
Don't Call It A Comeback, Kids
June 28, 2019 23:13 - 1 hour - 37 MBSo, a LOT has been going on in my life, and the podcast has suffered consistency as a result. Today, that changes. In this episode, my good friend Dane from the "It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time" podcast decided to flip the script and interview me, so that YOU, the listener, might get a better understanding of some of my odd history. It's a long episode, and I hope you stay tuned....there's some funny tales along the way, along with my time in Alaska and a career in the Fire Service. C...
Highway To The Danger Zone: A Conversation With Will Gregory
June 07, 2019 12:00 - 56 minutes - 26 MBWill Gregory is a friend, fellow firefighter and current Chief in the Navy. He's seen some things along the way, and has a really interesting perspective on today's military; he's also the one who took me to my first MLS game in Kansas City, giving me a chance to experience soccer on a professional level, complete with righteous indignation. Tune in for an hour with a good friend and all-around great guy!
Luck Along The Way: A Conversation With Kevin McCoy
June 03, 2019 18:50 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBYou like The Sports? How about NHL Hockey in particular? Then you're gonna wanna tune in for a conversation with my friend Kevin McCoy as we delve into the 2019 Stanley Cup Finals, Formula 1 racing and Major League Soccer in a long boozy ride. Tune into one of the more informed minds when it comes to all SORTS of aspects to the game, and it's a long one, so buckle up, buttercups!
Behind The Beer With Lear Vol.3: On Sours, Fruit Beers and Malts
May 24, 2019 19:42 - 40 minutes - 19.6 MBOnce again we're diving in with Ryan Lear for a master class on the subtleties of the world of beer. Today we talk about sours, fruit beers and some of the processes contained therein. It's looking like we're getting our beer nerd on, and while I'm totally confused, I love every minute of the conversation. Cheers, amigos!
An Engaging Conversation With Dane Escobar
May 17, 2019 17:01 - 1 hour - 26.7 MBHe's the host of "It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time" podcast, a friend and fellow member of Los Borrachos; Dane "Escobar" journeyed up to Missouri from Alabama to discuss our theories on the White Whale Paradox of Relationships, good gin and for the reveal of my engagement! It's a lot to pack in for the ol' Turning 45 Episode, and I couldn't be more grateful to share it with you, my friends! Cheers!
From Scorched Earth To The Moon: A Conversation With Katie Mooneyham
May 11, 2019 00:35 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBKatie Mooneyham is not only a good friend, but has such an amusing take on everything from parenting to the role of social media "influencers" that I thought it was time to bring her back on the show. I wish we took more than an hour to tackle all of life's subtle little nuances, and with the promise of a conversation about Alex Jones in the near future? I'm sure she'll be back. Cheers and enjoy!
Laffin' With The Laflens: A Conversation With Adrian & Joseph
April 23, 2019 17:06 - 1 hour - 28.8 MBAdrian and Joe Laflen are regulars at 4 By 4 Brewing Co. who have become great friends; their travels to breweries across the country always leave me feeling the pull of the road, even if there's no gas in my tank. So I thought it would be fun for the 1 year anniversary show to have them on to talk a bit about their journey into the brewing life. Enjoy a conversation with some of my favorite people around....cheers!
A Podcast About A Podcast....A Conversation With Jared Cantrell
April 05, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 33 MBA Podcast From Springfield is a local powerhouse in the 417 podcasting scene, and in this episode one of the hosts, Jared Cantrell was kind enough to sit down for an hour and uncork some of the mysteries behind this great show. They talk about beer, local happenings and their takes on all KINDS of things....it's definitely worth a listen. So tune in to a show about a show, and enjoy the ramble! Cheers!
Boundless Love: A Conversation With Rachael Mhire
March 29, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 33.7 MBIn a time and era when cynicism and snark are default factors in our lives, Rachael Mhire stands out as a visionary of hope, love and kindness. While traversing a very difficult chapter of her life, she's been able to keep a boundless optimism about her that is absolutely infectious. In this conversation at The House of Distinguished Rogues, she goes into all the ways she approaches life, love and getting through the day. Cheers!
Mad Marchness: Another Round With Jeff Butler
March 22, 2019 14:12 - 53 minutes - 23.4 MBBased on a few technical & legal glitches, the last two weeks of the show have been a bit chaotic; thankfully, ever-popular guest Jeff Butler was gracious enough to step up, step in and give us his take on the Big Chapstick Conspiracy, Lent, and how his version of Heaven includes The Backstreet Boys. Tune in for a rambling & funny conversation with a great friend and gifted writer.
Behind The Beer With Lear, Chapter 2
March 08, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 32.3 MBIn this installment of Behind The Beer With Lear, we delve into the differences between ales and lagers, and I get to wax idiotic about various things, but always, always, we have a great time enjoying some half-pints and great conversation. If you're a learned beer scholar, this may not be for you, but for a rookie like me? It makes total sense. Enjoy!
Monday Morning Update #3
March 04, 2019 17:28 - 10 minutes - 4.61 MBCheers to your Monday, my friends! Today we recap downloads, what's "Good In The Hood" at 4 By 4 Brewing Company, thoughts on meal prep and getting your views on the video segment of the show, Go check out the YouTube Channel for The Real State Podcast, let me know what you think....until Friday, take care of yourselves and one another. See ya soon!
Dawn Of A Deckard
March 01, 2019 23:40 - 1 hour - 31.2 MBFor episode #50, I asked multiple-show guest Scott Deckard to come back and be the very first VIDEO guest. Tune in for an hour talking about everything under the sun, including Saddam Hussein's belly button! Cheers!
Monday Morning Update #2
February 25, 2019 22:36 - 10 minutes - 4.93 MBThis late afternoon Monday Morning Update includes our first attempt at some video on The Real State Podcast, and we talk about your weekend, growing older and the new chapters of the show we're looking at. Enjoy a 10 minute refresher!
Social Media Distortion: A Conversation With April & Mary
February 22, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 38.8 MBIn this era of constant contact on social media, why is there a constant need to keep up with the virtual Joneses and constantly be trying to one-up one another with our highlight reels? In this hour and a half conversation with known cat-lady, hermit and great friend April Sartin and notorious firecracker Mary Michael White, we sit down over three bottles of wine and try to solve the mystery. Here's a hint: we do not. BUT.....it DOES make for some VERY interesting perspectives on why it is ...
Behind The Music With Mike The Intern
February 15, 2019 13:00 - 50 minutes - 21.3 MBHe's a fan of Terry Gross' interview style and is likely one of the most informed sources of information about classic rock and music in general, but Mike The Intern of 104.7 The Cave is also a self-described "asshole to authority". He's got over 1700 albums on vinyl that span the genres and his passion comes through in this interview. That same energy guides his whole outlook: making connections with people, and along those lines he also takes time out each week to have lunch with a veteran...
Monday Morning Follow Up #1
February 11, 2019 19:20 - 18 minutes - 10.4 MBWelcome to the second Monday Morning Follow Up (the first really being with Graham Smitham), where I try to catch up on your weekend and mine. Today I spoke with Dane Escobar of It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time, where he talks about his take on hangovers and romance. It's also my first attempt at video. Give it a listen and enjoy!
Beyond The Unknown (Films): A Conversation With Nathan Maulorico
February 08, 2019 16:46 - 1 hour - 25.9 MBFrom his humble beginnings as a Taco Bell and Blockbuster employee to his current passion as the founder (along with his wife) of the media production company Unknown Films, Nathan Maulorico exemplifies a life lead by following your passion. His father took him to see Halloween 4, and that was all it took: Nathan knew he wanted to make movies. They started with slideshows, moved on to wedding videos and has finally made it into working on shows on Discovery, TLC and History Channel. Tune in ...
Follow Up With Graham Smitham of Eat Fit Go!
February 06, 2019 13:00 - 11 minutes - 5 MBI'm trying out a new segment, something like a "Monday Morning Musings".....on a Wednesday, no less. But I wanted to follow up with guest Graham Smitham after my trial on the Eat, Fit, Go plan. It was a quick catch up and enjoyable segment....cheers!
The Mullets Of Modesto: A Conversation With Justin Steenburgh
February 01, 2019 17:25 - 1 hour - 27.5 MBHe's one of the "4's" in 4 By 4 Brewing Company, and hails from Amarillo, Texas and Modesto, California. A bad boy who tangled with the law in his youth, Justin Steenburgh credits his wife for straightening out his chaos, and in the process, becoming one of the most dynamic and energetic people I know. I teasingly refer to him as The Lil' Spoon, but I hold Justin in the highest respect, because in my darker moments, he's always there to lift me up with a positive vibe and silent support. Fro...
Wandering With Wunder: A Conversation With Paige
January 25, 2019 15:26 - 1 hour - 30.4 MBShe's got a boundless spirit and a taste for travel the likes of which is inspirational to the wanderer in all of us; Paige Wunder is one of the kindest, most energetic souls I've met, and she spent an hour with me going through some of her adventures across the globe. Where does our paycheck go to die? Well, if you're Paige, it gets scattered across the miles and miles of this wide and wonderful world. Enjoy a mellow hour with an amazing person! Cheers!
Behind The Beer With Lear #1: A Conversation With Ryan
January 18, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 31.7 MBHe has an oddly specific fear of injuring his collarbone and made, by his own count, roughly 120,000 funnel cakes in two seasons out of the eight he worked at Silver Dollar City; Ryan Lear is a man of numbers, a man of beers and a man I work with at 4 By 4 Brewing Company. In the first of this series, he sits down with me to give his story of how he got into the world of beer-making and to begin our journey into all things beer, from how it's made to what drives his passion for creation. Tun...
For Whom The TRUMPet Tolls: Another Conversation With Jeff Butler
January 11, 2019 13:51 - 54 minutes - 23.7 MBHis was THE most downloaded podcast episode of 2018, so it makes sense that I would invite Jeff Butler back for another round behind the mic to weigh in on today's divisive political climate. As a former Navy SeAL, CIA Field Officer and with an undergraduate degree in International Politics and Master's degree in History, it makes sense that this well-rounded Springfield Firefighter (Rescue Specialist, to be sure) brings a perspective that is informed, funny and moves beyond the bumper-stick...
My Point Is.....Relax: A Conversation With Mary & Deckard
January 04, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 35.5 MBWhat is free will? In this first podcast of 2019, two of my best friends, Mary Michal and Scott Deckard sit down with me at 4 By 4 Brewing Co. to talk about how we approach life.......is it free will, is it determinism or is there a spiritual element that guides us? In this mellow exchange we get to peer into the minds of two VERY insightful people who face life from some different perspectives. Sit down, grab a cup and enjoy this easy, enlightening conversation between three friends.
The Dirtbag Diaries: A Conversation With A Best Friend
December 28, 2018 15:07 - 1 hour - 29 MBHe has been one of my very best friends for 25 years and STILL won't let me have lunch with his wife, he's that suspicious of EVERYONE. The Dirtbag is the navigator of my moral compass, and he's often let down by my antics, yet he still tolerates me day in and year out. I was stoked to attempt my first remote podcast and very last podcast of 2018 with one of the most original, unhinged and honest people I know. Enjoy over a PBR or two.....I sure did!
Getting In The Spirit With The Rev: A Conversation With Jim Oman
December 21, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBHe booked The Ozark Mountain Daredevils to play for $500 for two shows in 1972 while still in high school. He worked for the Kansas City Star and was the youngest department manager at 26 at the time. But soon thereafter he answered a calling to go into the ministry, and Jim Oman's life has been centered there ever since. I met him at 4 By 4 Brewing Company, where he's affectionately known as "The Rev", and thought a podcast between a cynical agnostic and a Methodist Pastor might make for a ...
ALL The Love With Nikki Love-Adkins
December 14, 2018 13:00 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBIn a world of chaos and fast-paced everything, Nikki Love-Adkins, along with her business partner/best friend Stephanie offer solace for an hour and twenty minutes at a time in their Sumits Hot Yoga studio. She's a devoted mom, business owner and blissful wife, and somehow makes time to make everyone she encounters feel like they're the most important person in the world. I've gained a LOT from hot yoga, and just as much from this hour spent with a beautiful soul. Enjoy!
Lock, Stock & Cider Barrel
December 12, 2018 14:39 - 1 hour - 84 MBIan Carleton and Tim Robson are the founders of Saint Fox Cider, based out of a tiny little ciderhouse affectionately known "Guillotine Hall" in rural Ash Grove, Missouri. In this 150 square foot organic laboratory, these two are crafting some of the most delicious, natural ciders to hit the market with conscientious production and wild fermentation guiding their way. Lovers of food, beer and the entire experience, Robson and Carleton aren't afraid to take risks when it comes to their output...
Queen Of The Queens: A Conversation With Mary Guccione
December 07, 2018 15:25 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBAfter 30+ years in the restaurant business, Mary Guccione knows a thing or two about fine dining and good wine. She and her husband are the owners of Cellar + Plate, a communal wine house that also offers homemade tapas and an incredible energy. I spent an hour enjoying her take on life, from hosting the monthly Drag Queen Brunch to how she earned her Level 1 Court Of Masters wine designation. She's a one-woman powerhouse of vision, change and savvy, and an absolutely wonderful person. She s...
A Freedom Threesome: Conversations With Katie, Dane & Tiffany
November 30, 2018 13:00 - 2 hours - 172 MBIn the longest podcast I've been on to date, Katie Mooneyham, Dane Brown and Tiffany Barnett sat down with me at 4 By 4 Brewing Co. to record an episode for Dane's podcast "It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time", and I've decided to feature it on my own show. From discussing yoga being of the Devil, my idea to create a "Sinterest" site to the Supreme Court hearings to yelling at one another about dating choices, the four of us all left the room better friends than when we ended. It's loud, ...
Cognizant Consumption: A Conversation With Graham Smitham
November 16, 2018 13:00 - 58 minutes - 80 MBGraham Smitham is a former college swimmer, current CrossFit athlete and manager of Eat Fit Go, a pre-prepared clean eating food service, offering people on the go a healthy alternative to fast food. Our relationship with food is undergoing a pretty amazing metamorphosis, and Eat Fit Go, along with Graham are working hard to change our outlook on what we consume. I sat down for an hour with this highly informed man to get some insights as to why we eat what we do, and how we can change our h...
Camaros, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and A Life In Education: A Conversation With Sandy Frye
November 09, 2018 15:41 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MB"Don't be an asshole". This seems like a pretty basic rule of life and a sweetly cynical twist on the Golden Rule, but it's amazing how easily it gets overlooked in our day-to-day. My guest Sandy Frye has incorporated this philosophy as a founder and operator of The U School here in Springfield, a micro-school that focuses on growing confident, self-directed learners in an authentic experience. She's also seen Nirvana live, owned a badass golden Camaro and has a celebrity crush on Walt Whitm...
The Dangerous Edge Of Hope: A Conversation With Ian Carleton
November 02, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBIan Carleton is on a one-man mission to introduce a sustainable dining and hospitality experience to everyone he comes across. After 11 years in the restaurant business, he has opened up Saint Fox Cider with a business partner and is experiencing radical growth in its sophomore year. A passionate advocate for real food and real experiences, Ian has a diverse enough background to have won a literary award from an English language publishing house in Hong Kong. He also holds another distinctio...
Farming In The Key Of A: A Conversation With Dallas Jones
October 26, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBDallas Jones is a local icon on the music scene, having written something around 350 songs and currently working on studio album #8. He's a farmer, a family man and has the knack for writing songs that both pull on the heart strings and make you want to sing along at the top of your lungs. He was gracious enough to let me play four songs with him and delve into all things music. I really enjoyed his take on what makes his creative soul soar, and the story behind his first date with his wife?...
The Unfiltered Queen Of Halloween: A Conversation With Cheri Allen
October 19, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 96.7 MB**WARNING: STRONG LANGUAGE. I MEAN, REALLY STRONG** She suffers no fools, is crafty as hell and to earn her friendship is a rare thing of beauty indeed. Cheri Allen is one of my closest and most unfiltered friends, and she's the Queen of Halloween, but this year just isn't feeling it. We sit down over some gin & tonics and wax idiotic for a while about a whole MESS of things, from the perils of online dating to what in the hell "cuffing season" means to what constitutes a good slutty Pope ...
Peaceful Rampage: A Conversation With Dave Fender
October 12, 2018 12:00 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBA man riding the wave of sobriety while being a wine sales rep, Dave Fender knows a thing or two about seeking some inner peace. He's intense and competitive, but has turned that energy towards his own journey away from the pain bodies we all endure. He strives towards peaceful acceptance, even when that doesn't mean liking what we need to accept; for him, that even means accepting that he and Donald Trump come from the same one place. Let go of expectation for a bit and enjoy Dave's story!
London Calling! A Conversation With Neil Gomme
October 05, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBHe's worked as a dance instructor, a tennis coach, hiked Machu Picchu and arranged for a Harris's Hawk to deliver the ring on his wedding day; from organizing Back Street Boys lip synch contests to opening up London Calling Pasty Company in Springfield, there's not a whole lot of adventures that Neil Gomme hasn't embarked upon. He's got an infectious energy and a zest for life that inspires even the most reserved among us. So it was no surprise that I wanted to grab this man's attention for ...
Riding Shotgun With The Dead: A Conversation With Michael Harris & Scott Deckard
September 28, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 116 MB"Cease to resist, begin to accept" - Scott Deckard. We talk about death through many filters, but often it's characterized by fear of the unknown. In light of last weeks' show, where we heard the tragic consequences of a life taken too soon, this week I asked two of my favorite people to weigh in on the only thing that really is inevitable....we're all gonna die at some point. While a heavy topic, I think this is one that I'D like to be more comfortable with, so maybe you will too. Please...
Left Behind: The Tragic Legacy Of Suicide. A Conversation With Kellie Frye
September 21, 2018 12:00 - 50 minutes - 22.8 MB*WARNING: STRONG LANGUAGE AND SENSITIVE TOPIC* It's both taboo to talk about and stigmatized to the point of shaming the survivors and those left behind. Suicide claims more than 44,000 lives per year in the United States, with an average of 123 per day. Depression contributes to 2/3 of suicides in the U.S. and yet what about those left behind? How do they cope, move forward and survive? Well, if you're Kellie Frye, you get to work organizing a memorial ride for her late husband Josh, you ...
Tap Tap Tap, Is This Thing On? A Conversation With Derek Shimeall
September 14, 2018 12:00 - 58 minutes - 28 MBAs one of the owners of 4 By 4 Brewing Company, Derek Shimeall is a part of a new scene in the Springfield Missouri area, as the number of local breweries and taphouses begin to multiply in number. Located in Southeast Springfield, 4 By 4 takes on a rogue aspect, with an indoor beer garden and a family friendly environment. In this conversation Derek explains the company philosophies, how it all came to pass and how he was willing to allow me a venue for this very podcast based on similar ou...
Scorched Earth: A Conversation With Katie Mooneyham
September 07, 2018 19:12 - 1 hour - 32.5 MBKatie Mooneyham brings a perspective to our social media landscape that is oftentimes lacking as we delve into the mud-slinging personal attacks and staunch political stances. She's well informed, a voracious consumer of information and news and offers up critical thinking skills that guide her thought processes. She works in advertising for various hunting, fishing and outdoor publications, yet is an unabashed liberal, leading to many potentially uncomfortable conversations; today it's not ...
Slingin' The Bean: A Conversation With Amber Ottoson
August 31, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBShe's a small business owner, wife, mom and transplant from the Great Northwest. As the owner/operator of Trailer Perk Coffee, Amber Ottoson can often be seen toting her trailer to various events, Farmer's Market and all over town, creating some of the most delicious beverages you might have enjoyed. But like many of us, she faces the challenges of a modern-day marriage, striking that balance and effectively pursuing her passions. As she and her husband Peter forge forward together, I took t...
Moonshinin' With Brandon Moore For #21: A Conversation At Copper Run
August 24, 2018 12:30 - 52 minutes - 25.2 MBFor Episode #21 I thought we'd mix it up accordingly: you turn 21 you buy a drink, so I headed to Copper Run Distillery in Walnut Shade and visited with Brandon Moore, who's not only the musician providing the soundtrack for my podcast, he's one of the distillers there. He asked if we could flip the script and interview me for a different take on the show, which felt odd, but was a fun way to spend an hour in the rickhouse over some whiskey, some live guitar pickin' and good times! Enjoy thi...
All In: A Conversation With Randy Lopez
August 17, 2018 12:30 - 51 minutes - 28.8 MBHe's one of the most loyal, hard-working, devoted people I know. A small business owner, a family man in a BIG way and an all-around genuine individual. He's been through life in a way that might leave some salty, but contrary to that, he's a passionate, grateful, relentlessly authentic dude and just as real as anyone I've ever met. To listen to him describe his upbringing, a life in construction and the very things that shaped him into the man he is today is nothing short of a lesson in res...