From the Captain's Quarters
94 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsA podcast featuring conversations with those who live life on their own terms. Hosted by Captain Coop's Beard Co. CEO, Cooper.
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#42 - The Scott Bartlett Episode
November 09, 2019 00:13 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBFounding and current guitarist of Saving Abel, Scott Bartlett is my guest on this episode of the Welcome to Cooperville Podcast. Scott opens up about his path into the world of music, global travels, insane success, band member changes, access to the excess, and his near death experience with heart failure and subsequent founding of the Rock n Roll for Hearts Foundation. Scott and I also discuss lessons in entrepreneurship, failures, and overcoming through drive and dedication. Check out ...
#41 - The Carlos Ricard Episode
November 05, 2019 04:22 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBCarlos Ricard, Motivational Speaker and Author is my guest on the podcast. He goes in depth about his upbringing in the projects of Hartford, Connecticut, Lowell, Massachusetts, and Puerto Rico, to incarceration at age 25. Followed by an overcoming and a rising up of epic proportions. This is an amazing conversation about pushing past any obstacles in life to become a greater human. Carlos' life story will be out in book form in 2020 and he continues to speak to area youth about his life's j...
#40 - The Adam Gardner Episode
November 01, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBAll over that entrepreneurship vibe on this episode of the podcast with Hello Adorn's Adam Gardner. He talks about leaving the comforts of his career to help launch a business with his wife. We also discuss schools introducing children to the concepts and ideas of becoming an entrepreneur along with the grit, grind, and hard work that must be put in for a start up business to succeed. Plus, how technology has not only changes our lives but how it's changed how business can be created with ju...
#39 - The Chad Lewis Episode
October 31, 2019 11:00 - 54 minutes - 60.7 MBParanormal Researcher and Author Chad Lewis is BACK on the podcast! We get detailed on Halloween scares, kids ability to see different dimensions, UFO, government conspiracy and cover up theories, and so much more. Do you believe? Check out Chad's work online HERE!
95 Percent Rule - Own Monday - Voices
October 29, 2019 00:48 - 4 minutes - 6.08 MBWe have lots of voices in our head. Listen to the ones that tell you to be better. The ones that tell you to get uncomfortable and grow. #95percentrule
#38 - The Matt Daniels Episode
October 28, 2019 00:54 - 54 minutes - 61.9 MBShallow Side bassist and gym boss, Matt Daniels is my guest. We journey down his road to music, obsessive personality, health and fitness routine, and how a punctured spinal cord changed is life forever. We talk about those who motivate and inspire us and how we can all take little nuggets of wisdom and turn them into our internal drive to be awesome. Check out Matt on Instagram Link up with Shallow Side online
#37 - The Chris Kroeze Episode
October 18, 2019 21:53 - 55 minutes - 78.1 MBWisconsin Native and Voice runner up, Chris Kroeze is my guest on this episode of the podcast. From learning guitar at a very young age, to only singing in his room, to standing on stage at the Finale of The Voice, Chris has amazing stories of pushing out of his comfort zone to pursue his passion. He is one fantastically driven human who's continues to learn and grow and has is sights set on even bigger things in the near future!
#36 - The Jim Lucas Episode
October 16, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 132 MBHe's the man behind the woman behind Chip Magnet Salsa, he's Jim Lucas and he's my guest on this episode of the podcast. Much of our conversation revolves around entrepreneurship and what it REALLY takes to be a hustler and create your own lane. The hardships, the struggles, the obstacles, and overcoming them all during a marathon to success.
#35 - The Blake Allison Episode
October 14, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBOne of my favorite humans on the planet, Blake Allison, singer, songwriter, guitarist for Devour the Day is my guest on the Podcast. From being the kid in the backyard with a cape and a stick, to getting through a band collapse, to rising up through drive, dedication, and passion to form Devour the Day, his stories and positivity are inspiring. Plus we converse about the, "Soundtrack to Your Story" project. Check out Devour the Day online and link up with them on their socials.
#34 - The Jim Breuer Episode
October 11, 2019 21:36 - 1 hour - 101 MBCoach, trainer, motivator, and co-owner of Momentum Fitness, Jim Breuer is my guest on the podcast. If you want inspiration, motivation, and hearing success stories of people overcoming obstacles and getting their lives back, this is the episode for you. We talk mindset, getting off the couch and into the gym, excuses, drive, and accountability. So many great takeaways from this one! #95percentrule
#33 - The Mixi Demner Episode
October 07, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 103 MBStitched Up Heart frontwoman, animal rescuer, and all around amazing human, Alecia MIXI Demner is my guest on this episode of the podcast. We converse on a wide range of topics from her hugging Jack Black, to picking up the guitar again, to nearly loosing her singing voice, and how her passion and drive keep her growing every day. We also discuss the bands new album, "Darkness," and her adoration for animals. (Mostly Kittens) Check out Stitched Up Heart's website and connect with them on ...
95 Percent Rule - Own Monday - Time
October 07, 2019 17:06 - 3 minutes - 5.62 MBHow often do we claim not to have enough time for something? Likely, more often than not. Take a look at how your day lays out and how much time is actually being waste that could be put to much more productive use. Also, let's stop using age as an excuse to get out of owning our lives, shall we? Fight the 95% Become the 5%
#31 - The Wes Scantlin Episode
October 06, 2019 17:03 - 12 minutes - 19 MBPuddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin is my guest on this episode of the podcast. Though Wes and I didn't have much time, it was great to hear his story of rising up from the darkest of places to getting clean and releasing a new album for the fans.
95 Percent Rule - Own Monday
September 30, 2019 16:18 - 11 minutes - 17.8 MBA new Monday Morning short-form podcast to motivate, inspire, and help you grab Monday by the balls and let it know who's in charge. This week's Daily 5% Challenge: Smile. Smile for 10-15 seconds at a time when you wouldn't typically have a grin on your face. Check yourself, without judgement, and find out how you feel afterwords. #95percentrule
#32 - The George Ducas Episode
September 26, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 119 MBCountry singer / songwriter / all around awesome human, George Ducas is my guest on this episode. We discuss his passion for music, moving to Nashville in the midst of the 90's country explosion, success, songwriting, staying driven, overcoming challenges, and his latest release, "Yellow Rose Motel," along with the unique way he's pushing it into this fans ears. GeorgeDucas.com GD on Facebook GD on Instagram GD on Twitter GD on YouTube GD on Spotify GD on Amazon Music ...
#30 - The Nick Peters Episode
September 23, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBNick Peters, President of Retail Store Operations for SUPPZ is my guest on this episode of the Podcast! Our discussion is about mental health, anxiety, depression, and how the hell we deal with all of it. A lot of great takeaways from this episode especially if you think you may be quietly suffering from any of these issues inside your head. Nick talks about overcoming challenges and finally opening up about the issues he had been dealing with for much of his life.
#29 - The Skotty Benz / Chapin Turner Episode
September 18, 2019 23:05 - 1 hour - 96.5 MBHip Hop artist, entrepreneur, and business owner, Chapin "Chip" Turner (AKA: Skotty Benz) is my guest. We discuss the challenges he had to overcome going from hustling to BOSS, how we need get ahold of our thoughts in order to achieve success, how fatherhood changes you, and so much more. Need inspiration and motivation in turning your, "I cant's" into "I CAN!"? You need this episode. Check out Skotty Benz on Facebook Check out People Suck Apparel Check out Chip's Barbershop
#28 - The Jimmy Hays Nelson Episode
September 12, 2019 12:34 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBCoach, trainer, personal development specialist, speaker, author, cocktail wizard, and Dallas Cowboy SuperFan, Mr. Jimmy Hays Nelson is my guest on this episode. We get real about morning routines, excuses, the importance of fitness in success, can't into can, and more. Dude was a 100lb overweight 3x college dropout to thriving entrepreneur, who's appeared in multiple Beachbody workout videos. (Insanity and PiYO) Now he's helping people build lives they're excited about using the power of th...
#27 - The Matt "Jimmy" James Episode
September 10, 2019 16:05 - 48 minutes - 68.6 MBLeader of the Ginger Beard Army and Blacktop Mojo frontman, Matt "Jimmy" James is my guest. We chat about beards, choosing music over medicine, being a Bears fan in Texas, and get insight on the new Mojo record, "Under the Sun."
#26 - The Zeb Christensen Episode
September 02, 2019 18:45 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBScreaming for Silence frontman and long time friend, Zeb Christensen is my guest on Episode #26 of the podcast. Zeb's from Iowa, yet is a diehard Raiders fan, with the chest tat to prove it! We dive into that along with music, life, Kobe, beard life, and how the band is preparing for their 15 year anniversary in 2020. Check out screamingforsilence.com for more.
#24 - The Dan Beck Episode
August 26, 2019 16:30 - 1 hour - 106 MBYoung entrepreneur & owner of Midwest Meals, Mr. Dan Beck is this episodes guest. Fantastic conversation about finding motivation, drive, clean eating, saving a skate park at age 15, inspiration, and the may uses for the word, Fuck. This one is LIT! Check out the Midwest Meals website for more. Follow Dan on Instagram @whosdanbeck
#23 - The Mike Protich Episode
August 02, 2019 21:38 - 49 minutes - 68.8 MBRed Sun Rising frontman Mike Protich is my guest on the podcast. We cover his hometown Cleveland Browns, to songwriting, musical influences, and Hawaiian shirts. #WeAreThread #MonsterEnergy #MonsterPodcasts
#22 - The Dwayne Crawford Episode
July 26, 2019 21:01 - 1 hour - 88 MBFormer bassist for Royal Bliss, current tour manager for the one and only Stormy Daniels, Mr. Dwayne Crawford is my guest on this episode. We cover a wide range of topics from the music industry, the adult film industry, leaving Royal Bliss, #TeamNoSleep, and we decide weather or not we're joining the Storm Area 51 movement.
#21 - The Joe Cotela Episode
June 27, 2019 21:25 - 53 minutes - 74.9 MBFrontman of DED, Joe Cotela, is my guest on this episode of the podcast. Joe and I talk about early musical influences, the formation of DED, the story behind the "eyes," new music, vacation spots, and the power of the beard. Don't miss DED at Rock Fest in Cadott, WI this July!
#20 - The Matt Dirito Episode
June 21, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 99.6 MBPop Evil bassist and genuine good human, Matt Dirito is my guest on the podcast! Great conversation covering topics from getting into music, getting sober, guns, more guns, cigars, motorcycles, beards, and his amazing charity, Star Treatments. Matt is one of the good ones, not only in the music industry, but on the planet. We even had a visit from Mickey the Mouse in the episode.
#19 - The Chad Lewis Paranormal Episode
June 20, 2019 21:40 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBParanormal researcher, investigator, author, and lecturer, Chad Lewis is my guest on the podcast. We cover it all! From UFO sightings, government cover-up conspiracies, the hunt for Bigfoot, vampires, cryptids, wendigo, and haunted locations throughout the world. Chad's latest book, "The Big Muddy Monster" is available now!
#18 - The Jesse James Dupree Episode
June 14, 2019 21:30 - 19 minutes - 28.7 MBLegendary Jackyl frontman Jesse James Dupree is my guest. We talk everything rock n roll from his early influences, touring with Aerosmith, and singing with AC/DC's Brian Johnson. Plus how he met Michael Ballard and partnered in Full Throttle Saloon in Sturgis, SD, and the formation of Jesse James Bourbon.
#17 - The Sam Stilb Episode
June 13, 2019 21:30 - 41 minutes - 58.5 MBSam Stilb has been to thousands and thousands of concerts and live events in his life. He's always seeming to find himself at the right place at the right time for a photo up with the stars. He's also a staple at Rock Fest in Cadott, WI, winning the inaugural "Ultimate Rock Fest Fan" honor in 2014. Known for his elaborate costumes and giant heads on sticks. (Figurative, not literal.) Sam and I discuss all sorts of concert stories, the magical season for the Milwaukee Bucks, and our mutual...
#16 - The Eric Boatright Episode
May 31, 2019 21:36 - 43 minutes - 61.9 MBShallow Side frontman and leader of the Ginger Beard Army: Alabama Chapter, Eric Boatright is my guest. Discussions range from odd jobs and snapping turtles, to becoming fathers and music at its very core.
#15 - The Dr. Jay LaGuardia Episode
May 24, 2019 21:30 - 59 minutes - 82.7 MBEntrepreneur, chiropractor, consultant, speaker, philanthropist, podcast host, and best-selling author Dr. Jay LaGuardia is my guest. We cover a wide variety of topics from vaccines to the opioid epidemic, toxic masculinity to toxic people, and why now is the best time in history to be an entrepreneur. Dr. Jay is the host of the Power, Passion, Prosperity Podcast and the author of the best selling book, "Change Your Mind, Change Your Destiny,” The 8 Habits of Success to Create More Healt...
#14 - The Neal Middleton Episode
May 17, 2019 21:49 - 43 minutes - 61 MBRoyal Bliss frontman and undefeated boxer Neal Middleton is this weeks guest. We discuss is music influences, the power of songwriting, the state of the music industry, and how he may retire from boxing with an undefeated record.
#13 - The Rick DeJesus Episode
May 11, 2019 14:30 - 20 minutes - 29 MBMy friend Rick DeJesus is the founder/frontman for Adelitas Way. Rick and I go back many years and I have been witness to his successes in his move to become an independent artist. Rick gives some crazy insight into the music industry and how the big machine works and how he's just killing it doing things his own way. He also crushes in softball.
#12 - The Kyle Pfeiffer Episode
May 10, 2019 21:30 - 56 minutes - 79.1 MBBlacklite District founder/frontman and my friend Kyle Pfeiffer joins the podcast. We discuss his start in music at the age of 12, the Minecraft / YouTube explosion of their songs, the state of Rock N Roll, kids, and his recent struggles with addiction and his road to recovery. This one will move you.
#11 - The Pete Knutson Sports Episode
May 09, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 130 MBiHeart Radio (Eau Claire) Sports Director and voice of the Eau Claire Express and UW Stout, oh, he also happens to be my neighbor, Pete Knutson is this episodes guest! We cover a wide range of sports topics including The Clay Matthews jersey number outrage, Bucks being the best team in the state, the steroid era of MLB, Badgers academic standards, the Sean Miller scandal, and how Pete saved the neighborhood.
#10 - The Phil and Adam Episode
May 03, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 139 MBPhil Norvold from Max Bilt Off Road and MFG returns to Cooperville with shop boss Adam Schultz. We cover many topics including, but not limited to, beards, beer, Canadian Mounties, legacy, and Jeeps. Yes, many things were thrown during this podcast. Check out MaxBilt online and follow them on all their socials.
#9 - The Artists Episode
April 28, 2019 02:59 - 21 minutes - 30.3 MBSome great clips of interviews I have done in my career. Including John Cooper of Skillet, Matt Brooks from Like a Storm, Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge / Slash, John Connolly of Sevendust, and Kevin Martin from Candlebox.
E8 - The Kyle Roder Episode
April 19, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBThe man who was once called, "pretty smart" by George Stephanopoulos on Good Morning America, former Police Officer and social media award winner, Kyle Order is this weeks guest. We discuss everything from Police relations, community, pot legalization, the meth mess, and more.
#7 - The Tommy Shaw Episode
April 12, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 148 MBThe one and (not the) only, Tommy Shaw joins the podcast! Tommy and I worked in radio together back in the early 2000s and we discuss the state of the industry, Michael J. Fox, beer, technology, Tommy Shaw vs. Tommy Shaw, and more.
#6 - The Greg Haugen Episode
April 05, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 102 MBCraft Beer guy and proud Growler Guy, Greg Haugen is this weeks guest. We discuss everything from the craft beer boom, to the effects on the beer market, to fire breathing unicorns. (True) Check out The Growler Guys for the craft beer experience of your lifetime.
#5 - The Phill Vilenski Episode
March 29, 2019 21:30 - 47 minutes - 66 MBCo-Founder and guitarist for the band Wayland, Phill Vilenski is my guest on the podcast. Phill talks about his musical influences, moving to LA to pursue the dream, meeting Mitch Arnold, and how social media has strengthened the bands connections to their fans. Check out Wayland on their socials: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Band Site
#4 - The Dan Marcon Episode
March 26, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBNavy Vet and owner of Marc-On Shooting, Dan Marcon joins the podcasts! We talk about gun laws, growing up as bar kids in Wisconsin, mental health, background checks, and more.
#3 - The Wade Asher Episode
March 22, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBMy long time friend, Wade Asher joins the Podcast this week. Wade is the Promoter for both Country Fest and Rock Fest. Both festivals are held in Cadott, WI each summer. We talk about the future of concerts, how technology and social media have changed the game, the fuck ups of the Fyre Festival, babies swinging hammers, and more. We also touch on giving back and making an impact with Joshua's Camp and kicking cancer's ass at Night for the Fight.
#2 - The Phil Norvold Episode
March 15, 2019 20:30 - 1 hour - 112 MBMy friend and Jeep/Off Road mastermind from Max Bilt Off Road and MFG, Mr. Phil Norvold guests on the show. We talk everything from growing up on the East Coast to "sleeping" on creepers under vehicles in school to Epic Willys Adventure to beer. Check out the awesomeness that is the Epic Willys Adventure by CLICKING HERE.
#1 - The Introduction Episode
March 08, 2019 21:30 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBA warm Welcome to Cooperville! Introduction, something about Back to the Future 2. Why, Bob, Why? MoMo Hoax. Kids are weird.