Marco Menna insulted me! At least that's how I like to tell the story of how we met. What Marco was really doing, was trying to give me some insight in 2018, in Cleveland. Marco and his partner Kevin, were coming off a Marquee project, and used drone technology, combined with some great shots, to make a promo video for their company. A great Marketing strategy and something Marco was REALLY stressing to me that I needed to do. Im not saying he was wrong, but the video I was making at that time were for an entirely different audience than the one Marco was trying to reach. Regardless, we stayed in touch and, through my kind heart and open-mindedness *wink*, we became really good friends. I have enjoyed watching my friend succeed, and build, and transform. In this episode, Marco and Kevin give us the history, how they have adapted and where the road goes for All-Out coming up. Enjoy. -Marvin

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Daniel has become a close friend of mine. We talk strategy, family, introspectiveness, purpose and a whole lot more. He also looks out for me, and calls me on my bulls***, as we are in the same industry together. We dive into a great conversation here about all we have learned and our perspectives. Especially from our businesses, Proline Parking Lot Maintenance (Daniel) and Wis-Coat (Me). Its long winded but a great conversation about the journey, keeping things in perspective, and "doing it for a reason larger than ourselves". -Marvin

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Imagine my surprise, when of all people ThorSport Racing said they could get on the podcast, was Ben Rhodes. Ben is the reigning 2021 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Champion and currently leads the Points this season. Driving the #99 Toyota, sponsored by Bombardier, Ben gives us insight into what it takes to stay in front, the prep work leading up to the race and how his team studies the Asphalt at every track, in order to give them the best shot on Raceday. Ben also drops a bomb on me during the interview, explains what's next for him and how he is connected to the Asphalt industry.  I am looking forward to y'all earring this one and feel extremely blessed to bring it to you. Looking forward to speaking with Ben on the Banter in the future. Enjoy. -Marvin

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Ray Leonard Jr is the Son of Boxing Legend, "Sugar" Ray Leonard.  Now that is out of the way. Ray Jr has more accomplishments, businesses and downright good things to be said about him than I have letters allowed to type intros description...and through it all, he has kept his family close. With a connection to the Asphalt Industry and an entrepreneurial spirit, Ray speaks to our community very well, and connects even better, as generational success is something our industry is made of. Ray talks about his father, lessons from the sports management world, how he and I got connected, some great stories and where you can catch up with him online. I really loved being able to sit down and record this one with Ray, he is a genuine man of good soul. Hope you enjoy this conversation as well. -Marvin

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MY friend, and repeat BB guest, Brian Hess and I talk about where we are at in our ventures, Blacktop Banter, Top Contractor School...and how they are coming together at an epic event coming up soon. We also talk about other topics within, and outside our industry. This combo of Brian and I is one that gets requested often by listeners and we are both very happy to bring it back to you. -Marvin

Casey and I are aquatinted through a friend in the Sport Court business, and former podcast guest, Adam Gholston. Casey has an amazing story about his company Bin Blasters and how it started, what they do and where its going. Casey also would like to help entrepreneurs get into working in the outdoor business space as well. think service industries like sealcoating, pressure washing, lawn care, painting and more. Had a great time talking with Casey and we hope you enjoy this episode as well. -Marvin

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Jason Thompson is a dear friend of mine. We connected through the Lawn Care and Landscape Industry Community about 6-7 years ago now, and when we met in person, we were instantly connected. We both knew the other was was genuine as they come and the integrity ran strong in both. Jason is an entrepreneur, father, singer jeep enthusiast and husband. Family comes first with Jason, which is why his company Grass is Greener is a family operated company. In this podcast, I ask my friend to get extremely candid, as we dive into some of the hardest things anybody could ever talk about personally. Depression, anxiety, stress, loss, suicide and more...coupled with owning a business. It is not an easy one to talk about, but one we both realize is very important to go over, because sometimes just knowing that there are others out there who have and do deal with these issues, can be a life saver. We really hope this one finds you well and if you ever need an ear, either one of us are here. -Marvin

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Returning guest Steve Flaherty, CEO of necoTECH, just won't stop. The dude is always inventing something new, developing something new, investing in something new and doing something new. In the short span since his last visit, necoTECH as become Multi-faceted, with developments in different areas. Which, has forced the development of necoBrands. Steve goes over what all is going on at Neco and HOW YOU CAN INVEST IN IT....did I say that loud enough? You don't want to miss this episode, which is literally an opportunity, to be part of the future of the Asphalt industry...in my opinion. -Marvin

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Remember back when you were a kid and loved everything Asphalt and Aggregate? And all you wanted was for the field you loved most, was for there to be a SUPERHERO that represented it? Yeah, ME TOO. Well, meet Flexman. Judas Vriseno has been in the Asphalt world for many years, and awhile back transitioned to the aggregate side. It wasn't long before he found his niche, Screens and Screening. Judas brings that expertise in his niche of Wire Screening in Shakers to his alter ego Flexman. In one of the most interesting technical interviews we have ever had on the podcast, Flexman goes over what is good or bad when it comes to screen, what to expect, how problems can be alleviated and how he is here to save us from it all. Hope you enjoy this interview with my new friend. -Marvin

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About an hour and a half away from me here in Lone Rock, WI, there is a company called Rock County Sealcoating. So you would think, being as rural as Wisconsin is and the fact that WisCoat services about a 2 hour radius, that we would run into each other. We don't. In fact, the day Bob came by to visit and record this podcast, was the very first day we had met. We took a tour of Lone Rock and I showed him where I started, and talked about how. Then, it was Bob's turn to tell his story about how he got into Asphalt Maintenance and how he has grown...so naturally, we turned the mic and camera on.  Hope you enjoy this one. -Marvin

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