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Former Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes joins us for a powerful conversation on leadership, public service, and the challenges shaping our future. From personal stories to lessons in politics, law, and technology, Sean shares insights that will leave you rethinking what it means to lead with impact.

This episode dives into values, resilience, and the decisions that define both personal and public life.

Topics:

0:00 - Welcome & Introduction to Former AG Sean Reyes

0:35 - Sean Reyes' Journey to Becoming Attorney General

1:28 - Podcast's Success & Connecting with Wen Silverman

2:56 - Sean's Father: An Immigrant's American Dream Story

5:29 - The "Miracle Mentality" and Celebrity Connections

8:17 - Sean's Mother: A Pioneering High School Principal

11:06 - Parenting Styles: Dad's Charm vs. Mom's Strict Discipline

13:20 - Growing Up in LA & Summers in Rural Hawaii

14:15 - Cultural Influence: Filipino Hospitality & Japanese Honor

16:36 - From BYU Football to Cal Law School & Volleyball

21:17 - Advising the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC)

22:33 - The Shock of Becoming Utah's First Minority Attorney General

24:00 - The Hidden Bipartisanship & Media Polarization in Politics

26:07 - Navigating Compromise and Values in Political Office

30:33 - Why Sean Reyes Avoided Higher Office in Washington D.C.

32:51 - The Attorney General's Role: Civil Law & Criminal Prosecution

33:41 - The Real Fear: Protecting Family from Criminals & Political Enemies

36:04 - Non-Partisan Aspects of an AG's Work & Interstate Collaboration

37:40 - Tackling Big Pharma & Social Media for Public Good

40:50 - The Urgent Need to Regulate AI: Lessons from Social Media

43:52 - The Global AI Race, Data, and Energy Challenges

46:56 - Bipartisan Imperative: Uniting on AI for America's Future

48:17 - Transitioning to the Private Sector for Greater Impact

50:22 - The Power of Public-Private Partnerships for Solutions

55:07 - Government Inefficiency vs. Private Sector Innovation

58:22 - The Difficult Realities of Public Service Today

1:00:23 - The Lost Art of Storytelling in Leadership & Law

1:03:12 - Cultivating a "Miracle Mentality" & The Call to Service

1:05:31 - Family Heritage Stories: Kamehameha and Japanese Nobility

1:08:37 - President Ramon Magsaysay: Love, Compassion, and an Assassin

1:13:59 - El CID's Loyalty & The Power of Love in Service

1:17:01 - Conclusion: Love as the Catalyst for Connection and Success

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From flipping gum at school to building a premium tequila brand, Jon shares how grit, faith, and survival shaped his path. He opens up about beating cancer at 25, breaking into the mortgage world, and launching a tequila company rooted in authenticity and quality. This is a deep dive into resilience, entrepreneurship, and why every detail, down to the smell test, matters.

Chapters:

[00:01:31] Early hustle

[00:02:28] Flipping gum for profit

[00:04:01] First consequence at school

[00:03:41] Failing and figuring it out

[00:06:14] Diagnosed with cancer at 25

[00:07:13] Creative roots from his dad

[00:08:58] Inspired by success after church

[00:09:50] Sales is reps not magic

[00:13:37] Tequila club idea during pandemic

[00:14:08] Wives sparked the tequila pivot

[00:15:07] Real tequila starts in Jalisco

[00:16:44] Why family distilleries matter

[00:18:09] The smell test standard

[00:20:08] What mass producers do wrong

[00:26:32] Their unique tequila blend

[00:27:17] Sell-through matters more than sales

[00:28:03] How to really taste tequila

[00:32:34] Sweet tequila is a red flag

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Join hosts Wynn Silberman and Casey LeBlanc on this episode of Flip Your Friday as they sit down with Austin Keen, World Champion skimboarder, pro wakesurfer, and social media powerhouse. From his early days in Georgia to becoming a global water sports icon, Austin shares his unconventional journey through bartending, plumbing, and hustling his way to the top.

He opens up about the secrets behind building a million-follower brand, launching his own vitamin bar line that’s now on Kroger shelves, and gives an exclusive reveal of his new drink. Plus, Austin breaks down the magic of hydrofoiling, riding waves before they even break.

Whether you’re an aspiring athlete, entrepreneur, or just here for the wild ride, this episode is full of energy, insight, and pure Flip Your Friday vibes. Don’t miss it.

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Join hosts Wynn Silberman and Casey LeBlanc in this exciting episode of Flip Your Friday as they sit down with special guest Jerry Hairston Jr., an MLB legend turned broadcaster. Jerry shares his journey from a 16-year professional baseball career, including a World Series win with the New York Yankees, to his new role as a sports broadcaster. He opens up about his family's three-generation legacy in Major League Baseball, the influence of notable figures like Dusty Baker, and the mindset tricks that helped him overcome slumps and succeed. Jerry also delves into the importance of preparation, consistency, and confidence, whether on the field or in business. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable insights and inspiring stories from one of baseball's greats.

Topics:

00:49 Introducing Jerry Harrison Jr.

01:20 Jerry's MLB Career Highlights

03:43 Legacy of the Harrison Family

05:01 Grandfather's Journey in Baseball

08:05 Lessons from Baseball to Life

10:53 Consistency and Discipline

11:30 Mindset and Confidence

19:47 Transition to Broadcasting

25:31 Leadership and Team Culture

27:59 The Decision to Stop Playing

28:49 Cal Ripken Jr.'s Humility and Leadership

29:40 Cal Ripken Jr.'s Final Seasons

30:27 Playing with Cal Ripken Jr.

30:56 Great Teammates and Memories

31:22 Dusty Baker's Impact

33:12 A Career-Saving Call from Dusty Baker

34:19 The Journey Back to the Big Leagues

35:55 The Importance of Reps and Self-Awareness

42:32 Transitioning to Business

42:48 Starting a Successful Agency

44:21 Similarities Between Sports and Business

46:42 The Dodgers' Rockstar Organization

49:57 Shohei Ohtani: The Best Athlete in the World

55:36 Final Thoughts and Batting Cage Fun

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Hollywood Swingin' - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hollywood-swingin-with-stephen-bishop-and-jerry/id1694610132

Join hosts Wynn Silberman and Casey LeBlanc as they sit down with MLS player Tommy Thompson to discuss his career with the San Jose Earthquakes. In this episode, Tommy opens up about his growth as a player, the challenges he’s faced, and the lessons he’s learned throughout his time in Major League Soccer. Whether you’re a fan of the Earthquakes or just a soccer enthusiast, you’ll get valuable insights into what it takes to build a successful career in professional soccer.

Topics:

00:00:05 - Introduction and Early Career Decisions

00:03:27 - Discipline and Routine as a Young Athlete

00:07:32 - Overcoming Physical Limitations with Skill Development

00:12:08 - Transition to Professional Soccer and Contract Insights

00:17:19 - Comparing MLS to International Soccer

00:22:39 - Game Preparation and Film Study in Soccer

00:29:07 - Learning Spanish and Its Impact on Career

00:36:13 - Daily Discipline and Training as a Free Agent

00:43:57 - Free Agency and Exploring Global Opportunities

00:48:34 - Leadership Lessons from Great Coaches

00:51:48 - Balancing Ego and Confidence as a Professional Athlete

00:54:08 - Supporting the San Diego Zoo and Closing Remarks

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In this episode, hosts Casey LeBlanc and Wynn Silberman sit down with the dynamic Pro Basketball player, New Williams, for an insightful conversation.

Join us as we delve into New's journey from the neighborhood courts to playing pro ball. From the challenges he faced, his WHY, and the lessons he's learned along the way.

Chapters

00:55 - Introduction

02:00 - The G League

03:44 - What is a 2-way Contract

04:48 - Playing with Ignite

06:20 - “Stop dunking the ball” -Jerry West

07:19 - New Williams’ vertical jump

10:57 - ACL Injury and What Happened After

18:52 - The mental impact of the injury

19:44 - Rehab and Training

23:15 - The mentality before surgery

24:23 - Surroundings and people in sports and business

27:32 - The fundamental things to get back up

29:08 - The “Why” that fuels the fire

30:42 - Success and staying motivated

32:42 - Being comfortable in the journey

37:51 - The origin of NEW

38:37 - Pro basketball playing career

40:10 - The end goal

41:32 - Passions and Businesses

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We had the chance to sit with Theresa Reed to discuss her background in sports marketing, PR, reality TV, and tales management. From her foundation, Read with Reed, to her charitable events, and involvement with the San Diego Mojo Volleyball team.

Join Casey LeBlanc and Wynn Silberman as they sit down with elite athlete trainer Gregory Sweets Oliver. Sweets talks about his calling into the world of fitness, being unsure what his next move was, to receiving leaning into the unknown. From training among the likes of Barry Bonds, to Pablo Sandoval, Sweets dives into the discipline required to perform at the top of your game.

In this episode of Flip Your Friday we sit down with Dave Velasquez, Assistant Coach of SDSU Basketball, for an insightful conversation about the world of coaching. Join hosts Casey LeBlanc and Wynn Silberman as they delve deep into Coach Velasquez's journey, discussing the wins, losses, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way.

Chapters:

0:00 Highlights

0:50 Intro

1:13 The start of Coach Dave's career

4:18 I am this way because of my father

6:08 Distinguishing humility and confidence

10:24 Fostering winning culture

14:05 The notoriety of being a superstar

17:17 You gotta have a little bit of a**hole in you

21:09 Taking care of your people

28:33 Guaranteed contracts in basketball

32:20 Name, Image, and Likeness

38:21 Tournament success

42:25 The sweet 16

49:51 The greatest city in the world

54:37 It would be hard to wear a different logo

1:00:00 Connecting and spending more time away from the gym

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Join Wynn Silberman and Casey LeBlanc for a discussion with Anna Wasag about her journey in health and fitness. From the pivotal moment in her life that got her started, to the consistency it has taken for her to continue working on herself and her mindset. She has now grown her business to help others see the same potential in themselves through her personal training and coaching business.

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