Stuart Jenkins is a former elite marathon runner and footwear industry veteran with over 40 years of experience in performance innovation and sustainability. He qualified for the Olympic Trials after the Boston Marathon, following eight years of daily training and 26,000 running miles.

After his running career, Stuart helped pioneer early air-cushioned sole concepts and went on to hold senior leadership roles at Deckers Outdoor Corp., home to brands like HOKA, UGG, and Teva. He is the Founder and CEO of Blumaka, where he transforms up to 85 percent foam waste from shoe factories into high-performance, sustainable insoles, blending innovation, discipline, and environmental responsibility.

Connect With Jenkins:
Linkedin: /stuartjenkins/
Instagram: /stuartjenkins


Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
YouTube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...
@EATPodcast.

#StuartJenkins #eaotpodcast #footwearinnovation #sustainablefootwear #entrepreneurstory #athleteentrepreneur #RunningDiscipline #Blumaka #circulareconomy  #businesspodcast #startupjourney

In this unmissable episode, we sit down with Jason Wong, the serial entrepreneur who built a multi-million dollar e-commerce empire from the ground up, starting as a teenager. Jason shares the raw truth about his journey, from his immigrant hustle working at Chinese takeout restaurants to leveraging the internet as his escape and pathway to success.

Discover the counter-intuitive decisions that fueled his rapid growth, including the conscious choice to move from the comfortable suburbs of Orange County to New York City just to force continuous progress. Jason reveals the viral marketing strategy he mastered by growing his Tumblr blog to millions of followers and how that foundation led to his boldest move: the $250,000 Zero Inventory Launch, where he sold a quarter-million dollars worth of product before a single unit was even manufactured.

We dive deep into the crucial lessons learned from facing "channel risk," his ethical approach to sourcing in the beauty industry, and his latest venture, Packaging Duck, where he's disrupting the manufacturing sector. Whether you're a seasoned founder, a marketer, or simply seeking motivation, this episode is packed with hard-won wisdom, actionable strategies, and stories of intentional discomfort that define true entrepreneurship.

Connect With Jason:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pug/
Website: www.pakingduck.com


Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
YouTube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...

#JasonWong #ecommerce  #entrepreneurship  #productlaunch  #ZeroInventory #businessstrategy  #viralmarketing  #scalingbusiness  #manufacturing  #startup 
@EATPodcast,

Ian Noble is an entrepreneur, investor, and former small-business owner who spent 14 years building and operating a successful dry-cleaning company with 14 locations and more than 90 employees. For over a decade, he lived the reality many entrepreneurs know too well — long days, constant pressure, and the feeling of being “on” 24/7. While he took pride in serving his community and growing his business, the demanding lifestyle left little room for the things that mattered most: his wife, his young children, and his personal well-being.

In 2023, Ian made a life-changing decision to sell his business and redesign his future. He shifted his focus toward family, travel, running marathons, and building a life that offered freedom over exhaustion. During his business years, Ian began investing in residential and commercial real estate. Over time, he discovered passive real estate investing — a path that allowed him to earn income without sacrificing his time or peace of mind.

Today, Ian’s mission is clear: to help entrepreneurs break free from trading hours for dollars and build long-term wealth through passive real estate investments. With practical experience and a heart for service, he teaches others how to reclaim their time, diversify their income, and create a life they truly own. 


Connect with Ian:
LinkedIn: /iannoble1/  
Instagram: @ian_invests  
Website: www.runsteadyinvestments.com



Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
YouTube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...
@EATPodcast


#IanNoble #Entrepreneurship #EAOTPodcast #PassiveIncome #RealEstateInvesting #FinancialFreedom #BusinessExit #WealthBuilding #LifeAfterEntrepreneurship #SmallBusinessJourney

Kam Knight is an international best-selling author and mental performance coach whose work has transformed how people think, learn, and focus. With over a dozen books on speed reading, memory improvement, concentration, and mind mapping, Kam has helped more than 500,000 people worldwide unlock the full potential of their minds. His groundbreaking methods go beyond traditional techniques, offering practical, science-backed strategies that anyone can apply to improve focus, productivity, and learning efficiency.

Through his teachings, Kam empowers individuals to train their minds for success — to read faster, remember more, and think with greater clarity. His insights are reshaping how professionals, students, and lifelong learners approach growth and performance. In this episode, we dive deep into his secrets to mastering your mental abilities and achieving peak focus in today’s fast-paced world.

Connect Knight:
LinkedIn:   ikamknight  
Instagram: ikamknight
Facebook: ikamknight
YouTube: @ikamknight
Tiktok: ikamknight
X.com: ikamknight     
Website: www.kamknight.com


Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
YouTube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...

#KamKnight #MindPerformance #SpeedReading #MemoryImprovement #Focus #Learning #Productivity #EAOTPodcast #Concentration #MindMapping @EATPodcast,

Chris Hood, AI strategist, author, and former Google executive, joins us to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping customer service and experience. With over 25 years in digital innovation, Chris shares practical insights on connecting data, storytelling, and AI strategy to build meaningful customer relationships. From cinema technology to enterprise transformation, his journey reveals how human-centered AI is driving the next wave of business growth. Discover how organizations can use AI to improve engagement, trust, and satisfaction across every customer touchpoint. Subscribe for expert insights on AI, customer experience, and digital transformation.

Connect with Chris:
LinkedIn: chrishood
Instagram: chrishood.ig
Facebook: chrishood.fb
YouTube: @ChrisHood
Website: www.chrishood.com

#AI #customerexperience #AIstrategy



Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
Youtube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...
@EATPodcast,

From holding a Pokémon camera at age seven to crafting Emmy-winning stories — Connor Dunwoodie has built a career defined by curiosity, storytelling, and visual impact.

In this episode, Connor shares his journey from early journalism to leading creative teams that redefine how stories are told across digital media. With experience spanning cinematic videography, motion graphics, website design, and storytelling strategy, Connor discusses what it takes to turn creativity into a career and how great content begins with empathy and vision. 

Connect with Connor: 
LinkedIn: chronicle-creative-media-co
Facebook: ChronicleCreativeCo
Instagram:
Youtube: @chroniclecreative
Website:  www.chroniclecreativeco.com


Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
Youtube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...
@EATPodcast,

#ConnorDunwoodie #storytelling  #journalism  #videography  #creativeleadership  #mediaproduction  #contentcreation  #digitalstorytelling  #filmmaking  #cinematicstorytelling  #visualmedia  #creativecareer

What makes a real leader?
In this powerful conversation, leadership expert Doug Thorpe breaks down what separates true leaders from managers. From his early days as a fifth-grade crossing guard to leading corporate teams and coaching executives, Doug shares life-changing lessons on authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and people-first management.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why leadership is about people, not processes
✅ How to transition from managing tasks to leading teams
✅ The power of humility and emotional intelligence in leadership
✅ How to avoid the promotion trap that ruins careers
✅ Daily habits that turn good leaders into great ones

This video is for new managers, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and anyone ready to grow into real leadership.
 If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to inspire others, build trust, and lead with purpose, this conversation will change how you see leadership forever.

👉 Subscribe for more powerful conversations on business, leadership, and personal growth.

Connect with Doug:
LinkedIn: /dougthorpe
Instagram: /dougthor
Facebook: /HeadwayExec
YouTube: @dougthorpe
X.com: /dougthorpe_com
Website: www.headwayexec.com

Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
YouTube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...

 #Leadership #Management #DougThorpe #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #PersonalGrowth #TeamBuilding #LeadershipCoach #CareerGrowth

What if you could train Google and ChatGPT to truly understand who you are,  and control what they say about you?

In this powerful conversation, Jason Barnard, founder of Kalicube, reveals exactly how he educated Google’s algorithms to recognize his real identity — and how you can do the same.

👉 Learn how to:
✅ Train AI like a child using structured, consistent data
✅ Organize your digital footprint into one powerful “entity home”
✅ Become Top of Algorithmic Mind; the brand AI recommends first
✅ Master the three key systems: Search, Chatbots, and Knowledge Graphs
✅ Build trust and credibility with both people and machines

This isn’t traditional SEO. It’s Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), the future of how AI understands brands and individuals.

If you’ve ever wondered how ChatGPT, Google, and other AIs decide what to say about you or your business… this is the video you can’t afford to miss.

🎯 Train AI. Don’t let it define you.

#JasonBarnard #AITraining #ChatGPT #GoogleSEO #DigitalBranding #KnowledgeGraph #GenerativeAI #ArtificialIntelligence #SEO #Kalicube #AIBranding #ChatbotOptimization #BrandAuthority 


Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
Youtube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...
@EATPodcast

Molly Metz, a five-time World Champion athlete, turned her passion for competitive jump roping into a successful business and a groundbreaking product. She spent years and over $40,000 securing a U.S. patent for her innovative jump rope technology, successfully licensing her invention to numerous companies.

Then came the battle against industry giant Rogue Fitness.

This video chronicles Molly's devastating fight against the U.S. patent system, specifically the controversial court known as the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). Created by the America Invents Act (AIA) and backed by extensive lobbying from Big Tech (including companies like Google), the PTAB was designed to stop "patent trolls," but has resulted in the systematic invalidation of patents owned by small, independent inventors.

What You Will Learn:
How Molly successfully fought over 150 infringers before the PTAB challenge.

The exact moment her district court case was placed on a "stay" and why she was forced into an administrative court.

Why the PTAB has an alarming 84% invalidation rate for patents.

How the system stripped her of her constitutional right to a jury trial.

The emotional and financial toll of losing a patent that was granted after four years of rigorous examination.

Molly's story is a critical warning to every entrepreneur and inventor in America: securing a patent does not guarantee protection. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in intellectual property, business, and the fight to reform the U.S. innovation system. @EATPodcast

Connect With Molly:
Linkedin: /company/jumpnrope/
Instagram: jumpnrope
Website 1: www.mollymetz.com 
Website 2: Jumpnrope.com 
Website 3: Innovationgadfly

#JumpNrope #JumpRopeChampion #CrossFitTraining #MollyMetz #EAOTPodcast

Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
Youtube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...






#MollyMetz #JumpNrope #JumpRopeChampion #CrossFitTraining #FitnessEntrepreneur
#FemaleInventor #PatentReform #CrossFitCommunity #JumpRopeSeminar #FitnessJourney #EntrepreneurMindset #JumpRopeWorkout #MadeInUSA #InventorsRights #CrossFitJumpRope #AthleteMotivation #FitnessInnovation
#JumpRopeSecrets #StartupStory#EAOTPodcast #USPatentSystem #PTAB #Inventors #Startup #CrossFit #PatentLaw #RogueFitness #IntellectualProperty #USInventor

In this episode, we sit down with Clay Carter, a dynamic leader and entrepreneur who shares his incredible journey from a rapid ascent through the corporate ranks at Whole Foods Market to launching his own successful outdoor brand, Split Ridge Outfitters.

Clay dives deep into the high-stakes world of retail leadership, discussing the steepest learning curve he faced going from an entry-level position to overseeing a major store in just four months. He reveals his counter-intuitive, but highly effective, leadership philosophy: why the most influential leaders "lead from the bottom up, not the top down," and how to build a team that wants to work with you, not just for you.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this conversation:
- The Shocking Cost of Living: The reality of the post-2021 housing boom in Jackson, Wyoming, where the average home price hit $4.2 million and the practical impact on local business and talent.

- Rapid Career Growth: Clay's strategy for accelerating his path from the deli counter to a Store Leader role in under six months.

- The "Work With, Not For" Rule: How to implement a Servant Leadership model and why leaning into your areas of discomfort is crucial for development.

- Entrepreneurial Inspiration: The story behind Split Ridge Outfitters and the profound meaning of their tagline: "Freedom lives where we go."

Whether you’re a manager looking for an edge, an entrepreneur seeking inspiration, or just curious about the wild world of Wyoming real estate, Clay delivers actionable insights and powerful stories you won’t want to miss.

🔗 Connect with Clay Carter & Split Ridge Outfitters:
LinkedIn: clay-carter-973748105
LinkedIn: split-ridge-outfitters
Facebook: /clay.carter.39142/

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction to Clay Carter
1:22 - The Shocking $4.2M Reality of Jackson, WY Real Estate
8:41 - Leadership Philosophy: Leading From the Bottom Up
12:28 - From Deli Team Member to Store Leader in 4 Months
18:04 - The Power of the Daily "Morning Store Walk"
41:33 - The Inspiration Behind Split Ridge Outfitters

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Alexander V. Johnson is a Founding Partner of Mixt Solutions, a 6x Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Company in America. Mixt Solutions has successfully done millions of transactions on Amazon and works with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods brands in the world. In 2024, Mixt Solutions crossed over 150 million dollars of all time sales on Amazon.

Connect with Alex:
Youtube:    / @eaotpodcast  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QZEpv...
Instagram:   / eaotpodcast  
Twitter: https://x.com/EAOTpodcast
Facebook:   / eaotpodcast  
TikTok:   / eaotpodcast  

Intro Music Credit:
"Alone and Afraid" - SourBlood:    • Alone and Afraid Official Lyric Video  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FJVH...

#LeadershipDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #ClayCarter #SplitRidgeOutfitters #ServantLeadership #BusinessStrategy #CareerGrowth #WholeFoods #JacksonWyoming #RealEstate #RetailManagement #OutdoorBrand #SEO #podcast