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Timothy Schmalz is one of the world's most renowned contemporary sculptors, whose monumental bronze works can be found in churches, cathedrals, public spaces, and pilgrimage sites across the globe. Best known for iconic sculptures such as Homeless Jesus, Angels Unawares, and Let the Oppressed Go Free, Tim has dedicated his career to creating art that inspires reflection, compassion, and faith. His work has been permanently installed at the Vatican, St. Peter's Square, the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., and hundreds of other locations worldwide, making him one of the most influential religious artists of our time. 

In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Tim shares how entrepreneurship, creativity, and faith intersect to create a life of lasting impact. From rejecting a backup plan to pursuing mastery with military discipline, he explains why meaningful work requires radical commitment—and why the greatest legacy isn't measured by success, but by what remains long after we're gone. 

In this episode, Gary and Dean discuss:

• Why having no Plan B fueled Tim's pursuit of mastery

• Building a legacy designed to last for centuries

• How discipline shapes creativity and craftsmanship

• Finding inspiration where others see ordinary moments

Feature of Tim’s work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFPv6RDaC-8&t=28s 

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John Berger is a serial entrepreneur, energy innovator, and founder of Otovo, an AI-enabled energy services company focused on maintaining and optimizing the rapidly growing ecosystem of behind-the-meter power assets. With operations spanning North America and Europe, Attovo services generators, solar systems, batteries, EV chargers, and other distributed energy technologies designed to keep critical power infrastructure running when customers need it most.

In this conversation with Gary Rabine, John shares lessons from building businesses in rapidly evolving markets, why service businesses often create more value than installation businesses, and how AI, batteries, and distributed energy systems are reshaping the future of power.

In this episode, Gary and John discuss:

• Why some of the biggest business opportunities come from fragmented industries

• The evolution of residential solar, batteries, and distributed energy

• How service businesses create long-term enterprise value

• What entrepreneurs can learn from the energy industry's transformation

Website: https://www.otovo.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-berger-61042724/ 

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Beth Hollenberg is the CEO and Co-Founder of Everspring, a leading education technology and services company helping universities adapt and thrive in an era of AI, digital transformation, and changing student expectations. With more than 20 years of experience across education, technology, and public policy, Beth has become one of the most respected voices in higher education innovation and online learning strategy. 

In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Beth shares her perspective on the future of higher education, the rise of AI-powered learning, and why empathy, adaptability, and human connection are becoming the most valuable leadership skills in business today.

In this episode, Gary and Beth discuss:

• Why higher education is undergoing massive transformation

• The difference between real online learning and “Zoom school”

• How AI will reshape education and business leadership

• Why students no longer think in terms of “online vs. on-campus”

Website: http://www.everspringpartners.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethhollenberg/ 

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Dean Vicha is a veteran transportation industry leader and CEO of National Lease, one of the largest truck leasing and fleet management organizations in North America. Known for his emphasis on trust-driven leadership and relationship-based business, Dean has spent decades building a company culture rooted in accountability, mentorship, and service. A respected voice among entrepreneurs and business leaders, he has helped guide organizations through economic cycles, industry disruption, and technological transformation while maintaining a strong commitment to people-first leadership.

In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Dean shares lessons from his journey in leadership, including the mentors who shaped him, the power of transferable trust in business, and how entrepreneurs can navigate massive changes in technology and global markets.

In this episode, Gary and Dean discuss:

• Why culture is defined by behavior — not the values written on a wall

• The power of transferable trust in business relationships

• How mentors and tough coaches shape great leaders

• The three traits every entrepreneur must develop: persistence, responsibility, and self-confidence

Website: http://www.nationalease.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-vicha-8a414822/ 

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Biju Kulathakal (@BijuKulathakal) is a serial entrepreneur, technologist, and investor whose career spans fintech, advanced automation, and large-scale manufacturing. He is the Founder and CEO of Lightspeed, a robotics and AI-driven construction company aiming to transform how homes are built using high-precision automation and modular production. Prior to Lightspeed, Biju co-founded Halo Investing, one of the most acclaimed platforms in protective investing, and helped launch the company that would become Redbox. With deep roots across multiple technology ecosystems — and a degree in aerospace engineering — Biju brings a rare combination of technical rigor and entrepreneurial boldness.

In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Biju breaks down what it takes to build across industries, why construction is overdue for reinvention, and how founders can blend imagination with precision to solve massive global problems.

In this episode, Gary and Biju discuss:

• The founder mindset required to reinvent multiple industries

• Lessons learned from co-founding Halo and scaling modern wealth-tech

• How discipline, precision, and vision guide Biju’s approach to innovation

• The mission behind the Vidya Foundation and why education unlocks opportunity

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biju-kulathakal-b5b80b1/ 

Website:

LightSpeed - https://www.bylightspeed.com/

Halo Investing - https://haloinvesting.com/

Twitter: https://x.com/bijugk 

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Tim Stojka (@TimStojka) is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and board leader who has spent three decades building technology companies from the ground up. From programming an Apple II in his parents’ basement to founding three major SaaS firms — including one that raised $40 million during the dot-com boom — Tim has lived the full arc of innovation, hype cycles, and hard-earned product-market fit. His latest chapter: applying AI and language models to reshape enterprise software through his new venture, Nexus Three Capital.

In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Tim breaks down the real mechanics behind creating, scaling, and surviving as a founder — from vitamins vs. painkillers, to why most tech is overhyped early and under-hyped later, to how AI will transform the next decade of entrepreneurship.

In this episode, Gary and Tim discuss:

• Product-Market Fit: why vitamins lose money and painkillers scale

• How a failed stuffed-animal startup taught him everything about inventory and demand

• The dot-com rollercoaster: raising $40M, preparing for a $1B IPO, then crashing to zero

• Why founders should go slow now to go fast later

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timjstojka/  

Website: https://nexus3capital.com/ 

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Don Beebe (@DonBeebeNFL) is a former NFL wide receiver, Super Bowl champion, and one of the fastest players in league history. From hanging aluminum siding to breaking 40-yard dash records in jean shorts, Don’s unlikely rise from small-town Illinois to six Super Bowls is a masterclass in perseverance, faith, and purpose. In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Don shares how his journey—from being overlooked to outworking everyone—reveals timeless lessons for leaders, founders, and anyone striving to build something that lasts.

In this episode, Gary and Don discuss:

• How to turn adversity and setbacks into fuel for growth

• Why faith, discipline, and character outlast talent and opportunity

• Building a winning culture: from 17 kids in a gym to state champions

• The leadership principle behind the legendary “Leon Lett Play”

• How to instill humility, passion, and belief in your team

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donbeebe82/  

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Website: https://donbeebe.com/ Books: https://donbeebe.com/store/category/book Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/don.beebe.16 Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/donbeebe82 

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Dave Bolotsky (@UncommonGoods) is the founder and CEO of Uncommon Goods, a pioneering online marketplace known for its handcrafted, ethically made products and its people-first business model. A former Goldman Sachs retail analyst who traded spreadsheets for storytelling, Dave built Uncommon Goods from his New York apartment into one of the most values-driven eCommerce companies in America.

In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Dave shares the lessons he learned from icons like Sam Walton and Bernie Marcus, how he survived the dot-com crash, and why he believes business can — and must — be both profitable and purposeful.

In this episode, Gary and Dave discuss:

1. Building a business from the ground up with grit, values, and zero outside funding

2. How to lead through crisis — and why firing people taught him his most powerful leadership lesson

3. The culture of ownership: why Dave meets every new hire and gives employees a stake in success

4. Competing with Amazon through creativity, relationships, and exclusivity

5. The enduring impact of purpose-driven leadership and “shared prosperity”

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-bolotsky/  

Website: https://www.uncommongoods.com/  

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X: https://x.com/uncommongoods 

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Lee Habeeb (@LeeHabeeb) is the creator and host of Our American Stories and one of the nation’s leading voices on storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the American Dream. In this powerful conversation with Gary Rabine, Lee dives deep into how great leaders and founders build enduring cultures, why incentives and recognition matter more than money alone, and how storytelling can unify both companies and the country.

In this episode, Gary and Lee discuss:

1. Why recognition matters as much as incentives

2. Culture doesn’t show up on the balance sheet

3. The Chick-fil-A principle

4. Storytelling as a leadership tool

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Lee Habeeb (@LeeHabeeb) is the creator and host of Our American Stories and one of the country’s leading voices on storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the American Dream. In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Lee explores how the power of story has shaped leaders, businesses, and even nations — and why founders and business owners must master it to build companies that last.

In this episode, Gary and Lee discuss:

1. The power of storytelling in business and leadership

2. Capitalism as a force for innovation

3. Integrity and incentives inside companies

4. The American Dream redefined

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