It's been 4 years since I started podcasting! In this episode, I share 4 lessons that I've learned from my 200+ guests. I share how I got started podcasting, why I do it, and my appreciation for everyone who has listened over the years.

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VM Patch Hat Give Away (3): Post a screenshot of one of my podcast episodes on your Instagram story and tag @real.conversations and @thejacoboc to enter. Winners announced July 7th.

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In this episode, I'm joined by serial entrepreneur Derek Sorrells. Derek started his first business when he was 19 and sold it a few years later. Fast forward to today and Derek owns a handful of unique retail locations in Wichita-- perhaps the most popular being The Arcade. In this episode, we discuss how Derek got into business, expanding The Arcade from 2700 sqft and 62 games to 10,000 sqft and 100+ games, and the importance of chasing your dreams.

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This episode features Joseph Holthusen, a division one athlete for Wichita State University and All-American hurdler. In this episode, Joe and Jacob discuss the rigger of being a D1 athlete, how Joe almost died, what legacy we want to leave, and much more.

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Survival Board Game: https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/survival21

Hole in 1 Board Game: https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/hole-in-1

In this episode, I share in depth how I've been preparing for my 100 mile ultra marathon this July. I'm currently running 6-7x/week and lifting legs 2x/week (upper body 2x/week). Training has been brutal but great. Jon and I also discuss our appreciation for farming and the hard work that farmers do. Thank you to everyone that's reached out and let us know you love the podcast-- we appreciate it!

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Peter Nelson is a 24x ultrarunner, sauna expert, entrepreneur, family man, and the founder of SISU Sauna. SISU Sauna is exploding in the U.S. as the go-to sauna-- I first experienced one at Todd Anderson's house (Ep. #45). In this episode, we discuss how Peter started SISU, the benefits of sauna, sauna protocols, ultrarunning, and more. This episode was great, you won't want to miss it!

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In this episode, Jacob is joined by Matt Magnuson. Matt is currently running 11 marathons in 11 weeks to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. From being injured by a drunk driver to running ultramarathons and owning a Recovery & Wellness company, Matt has a fascinating and inspiring story.

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In this episode, Jacob sits down with Grant Johnson and Dane Laughlin (previous interviews are #34 and #42, respectively). Grant is a self-taught developer and college dropout and Dane is a leading expert in the XR industry who has spoken at MIT (x2) and Amazon ReInvent. In this episode, we discuss Grant's Humanoid, the future of technology, what businesses' Dane and Grant would start tomorrow, and much more.

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XR At Work Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@XRAtWork

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Brady Palen is a Division one high jumper for Wichita State University. He's First Team All American, Top 10 in the NCAA, 4x All-Conference, and 3rd in Wichita State history with a 7'3.25 jump. In this episode, we talk about Brady's crazy dunks in high school, having a pet raccoon, raising cattle, ice baths, and his success with high jump.

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Sydney McKinney is a softball player at Wichita State University where she holds three records, including leading the nation in batting average last season (.522). Last summer Syd played for the Women's National Team (Team USA) in Japan for the All-Star Series. As of this season, she is leading the NCAA in batting average (.539) and just became #10 in NCAA history in hits. She is currently a Top 25 finalist for Player of the Year.

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