The Ryan Sullivan Show

Here on BopCast, I really strive to bring passionate, interesting and one-of-a-kind guests onto the show. This week’s guest, Max Hanratty, is an excellent example of each one of these traits.

I mean, it’s not a big deal but Max is a professional race car driver. The dude has flown into a wall at over 120 miles per hour - he’s lived on the edge, he’s made life and death decisions for fun.

He’s also the founder of MPH.Digital and the creator of the Track King app - which helps bring another level of organization and information to racing events for spectators and organizers alike.

I had a fantastic time getting to not only know Max a little better, but also his sport and his dedication to his craft. 

Episode Highlights:

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:14) - Interview beginning

(1:55) - How Max looks at his occupation

(3:55) - Tire people FAQ

(5:46) - What Max drives and the mentality of the sport

(8:34) - How Max got into racing and what made it unconventional

(16:20) - Pursuing your dreams, Max’s most notable race

(22:01) - The dangers of racing

(25:53) - Holding focus while you’re racing, optimizing your performance

(34:30) - Racing sensations, “the culture”

(37:20) - Making tough choices, the expense of racing

(42:38) - Being on a race team

(45:40) - Bad advice, winning races and making money

(49:40) - Smaller sports and the wage gap for professional athletes

(53:15) - Max’s business and the void he found

(59:35) - Where AI fits in with cars and racing

(1:04:55) - Mindset priming and visualization

(1:09:13) - A racing diet, “being a professional”

(1:16:14) - Go karting, the pressure of being a pro

(1:25:17) - What does the future hold for Max?

(1:28:38) - Episode wrap-up

Connect With Max Hanratty!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-hanratty/

MPH.Digital: https://mph.digital/

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Welcome back to another episode of BopCast! This week, I’m joined by Dave Carson!

Dave is a retired police officer and exotic car enthusiast - and not to mention, a big change up from my “usual guest”. 

Nonetheless, I had an awesome back and forth with him! We talked cars and my dream ride (which Dave is currently trying to sell), the Porsche 911 GT3. We also explore some of Dave’s law enforcement background and get the low-down on what goes into tickets, some “cheat codes” and much more!

Episode Highlights:

(0:00) - Introduction to the episode and guest Dave Carson

(1:51) - Some more background, how we met, our love for cars

(5:50) - The internet, selling a car and mechanics

(8:38) - Dave’s car history

(24:05) - Driving on a track, the differences, what you learn

(27:53) - Sourcing exotic cars, how Dave got his Porsche

(31:59) - Taking the risk, what other people think

(37:50) - What goes into owning an exotic car

(46:53) - Honda Accords 

(49:11) - Car problems, memberships, franchising and karting

(57:20) - Dave’s law enforcement background

(1:06:02) - How cars are improving across the board

(1:10:20) - Tesla and electric videos

(1:19:10) - Old and new cop cars

(1:23:20) - Being a police officer and some “cheat codes”

(1:28:30) - What goes into tickets

(1:35:55) - South Jersey is just different

(1:38:30) - Highways vs. backroads

(1:40:54) - What Dave is doing now

(1:42:05) - Details on Dave’s car that’s for sale, episode wrap-up

Dave's 911 Listing:

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This week, I’m sitting down with comedian, filmmaker, and all-around creative - Sean Flynn. If his demeanor isn't to your taste, don't worry, I'll be sure to bring the vibe all the way down with my terrible jokes.

As I've said before, I’m a huge fan of comedy - and with so many parallels between both our chosen forms of expression, I was really eager to hear more from Sean in terms of his start in comedy as well as how he’s been honing and improving his craft.

We also cover The Alamo, increased phone usage, Italian-American heritage, and much more!

Episode Highlights

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:38) - Some background on Sean and what he’s trying to accomplish

(6:03) - Best way to do an open mic

(8:45) - Why did Sean even start?

(15:35) - So how does comedy “work”?

(21:19) - Dating and being offended

(32:06) - Phones and technology

(34:28) - Hitlers Tea Cup 

(39:31) - Some useless information

(55:56) - Sean judges my own jokes 

(1:08:45) - Sean wrap’s it up with a joke 

Links For Sean

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@seanflynncomedy

IG 

https://www.instagram.com/seanflynncomedy/

Video with Motta

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRbo8hQQ/

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This week’s guest is truly one of a kind - both in their journey and experiences.. But also in the resulting perspective and insight they’ve gained.

Jon Franks is a cannabis expert, influencer, businessman, patron, cancer survivor and a recovering addict. I’ve known Jon for a few years now and he’s always surprising me with new projects, business ventures and theories on how society and the universe really works.

Our conversation ran the gamut from the obscure to the everyday - covering topics like addiction and finding balance as well as A.I. art and GMOs.

I hope you enjoy this colorful conversation as much as I did!

-Sully

Episode Highlights:

(1:18) - Where did it all start for Jon?

(4:30) - “You’re going to die”

(7:30) - How Jon dealt with his illness, complications, challenges

(18:30) - Going into remission

(20:18) - Addiction and escapism

(24:35) - Food in our modern era

(29:17) - Some of Jon’s movie experience

(36:10) - Retro causality and the secrets of the universe

(46:13) - Jon can move things with his mind, accessing your powers

(50:31) - A.I. art and art as a tool for manifestation

(55:24) - Jon’s journey through recovery

(1:02:13) - Building new relationships after addiction

(1:04:00) - What’s your advice for helping people with addiction?

(1:24:59) - The stigma of cannabis, using it responsibly AND for fun

(1:31:40) - How Jon got more involved in music and episode wrap up.

Links For Jonathan

https://dirtydankjersey.com/

https://mobile.twitter.com/NJGasquatch

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Welcome back to yet another solo episode of BopCast!

Let’s be honest.. being in your 20s is a crazy experience, especially in the day and age that we live in. There is so much pressure to figure out so much! One day you’re a teen and then suddenly you’re vaulted into a completely foreign world as you try to figure out:

- Who you are

- What you’re going to do

- Where you’re going to live

- How you’re going to buy food, clothes, a car

- How you’re going to pay rent, survive

And so much more!

But most importantly, these are the years of our life that demand action, decision and change - they form who we are and in large part, where we end up.

Today, I tackle your 20s and break down what I think we all need to focus on and lean into as we struggle to make something of ourselves.

P.S. I’ve been enjoying doing some of these more single-topic based solo episodes lately - what are your thoughts on it? Do you like the change of pace? Are there any topics or current events that you would like me to address?

Let me know in the comments below!

-Sully

Episode Highlights:

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:54) - “The pressure” and the resurgence of entrepreneurship

(2:37) - How quickly do you need to “figure it all out”?

(4:42) - How do you find your balance?

(8:11) - The formula for your 20s

(8:57) - Mentorship

(11:20) - Lil’ recap and final thoughts

(13:17) - Episode wrap-up

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Welcome back to another beer-soaked, weed-fueled addition of the Shit Show!

In this week’s episode, Bop and Trett hit the headlines once again! Covering everything from Ken Block, to conspiracies, electric cars, Liver King and much more!

These two have NEVER been more unleashed and Sully’s hair has NEVER been so luscious! Make sure to tune in to get some more half-baked opinions, supported by little to no research, as is tradition.

See you out there!

-Sully

Episode Highlights:

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:45) - Ken Block tribute, how he inspired Sully and Trett

(5:15) - The nature of danger and dealing with “the risk”

(13:00) - The game needs to be dangerous to be effective

(15:10) - The saga of the Liver King

(18:26) - Sam Bankman-Fried, the guys address their fits

(22:28) - Tesla driver tries to KILL his family

(28:41) - Would you ever have an electric car and Elon’s origins

(39:03) - Blackrock discussion and conspiracy theories

(49:34) - How does listenership/viewership break down for shows?

(51:30) - YouTube premium and content subscriptions

(56:17) - Old folks that just don’t stop, A/C and heating conversation

(1:03:24) - Naked and Afraid, reality shows and the Warner brothers

(1:11:18) - Veloci-pastor, good and bad movies

(1:17:49) - Going through phases in music, extended movie conversation

(1:26:00) - Episode wrap-up

Guests can be featured on the next shit show by submitting a video. Send me your submissions on Instagram here or email [email protected].

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Welcome to this hybrid episode of guests Gabby and Tyler Braddock!

Gabby and Tyler are a husband-wife duo responsible for the inception and running of "The Vault" recording studio in Boonton NJ!

Join us as we explore their uncanny journey into the world of business ownership, how they got started, became parents and how they keep it all together!

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:43) - Beginning of the interview with Gabby Braddock

(2:28) - Gabby convinces her husband, Tyler to take his business to the next level and the reason why Gabby started her own business

(12:54) - The pros and cons of Gabby’s father building her mindset and his big 3 traits we all need

(18:23) - How Gabby accomplished financial freedom by 27 years old and why it’s called, “No Plan B.”

(22:31) - Why the excitement stage destroys execution and how a sexual assault led to Gabby’s business name

(26:50) - How the best decisions in your life can come naturally

(30:19) - Beginning of the Tyler Braddock interview

(31:49) - What is “The Vault” and who is Tyler Braddock

(36:44) - How Tyler and his business adapted to COVID

(38:45) - Did you *know* that your business was going to be what it is today?

(40:51) - Tyler’s journey to becoming a great engineer

(44:54) - Being an artist or a creator as well as a business owner

(48:47) - Tyler’s big takeaway from 1000s of hours of recording and his favorite genre to work with

(51:53) - Making time for your own music

(55:13) - A lesson that has stood out to Tyler when it comes to growing his business

(58:10) - Episode wrap-up, where you can find Tyler

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Connect with Guest Tyler Braddock!

The Vault: http://www.thevaultstudio973.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tylerbraddock512

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With 2022 coming to a close and the New Year right around the corner, I thought it would be fitting to do an episode about resolutions.

Love them or hate them - they are a tradition that many will probably carry on for years to come. But here’s the question worth asking: do they even work? 

Because we all have things we want to change about ourselves and I’m not above using what straight-up brings results.

Do people feel a camaraderie with resolutions? Do they help keep you on track? Do they encourage concrete, long-term change?

Join me and let’s explore this a little!

-Sully

Episode Highlights:

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:22) - Let’s take a look at the data

(2:19) - The most important aspect of a resolution: identity

(5:09) - It isn’t one BIG goal, it’s lots of small ones

(7:02) - It’s habits, not goals that you should focus on

(9:07) - Consuming content AS a content creator

(11:29) - Using environment to change your habits, taking real action

(13:33) - Fear of change

(14:32) - Episode wrap-up

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This week, I’m joined by one of my absolute best friends and a frequent collaborator on my musical endeavors, Brandon Ferriero!

Brandon is an expert videographer with a wide set of skills and an even wider resume. He’s worked on sets big and small, reality TV shows, with indie artists, actors and of course his speciality, music videos.

Join us as we discuss our respective fields - me as an audio-focused musician and him as a visually-based videographer. We cover broad topics like cancel culture, social media and AI - but we also share more about our passions and what goes into keeping them going and making money off of them.

I really enjoyed this conversation with and I know you’ll appreciate our rapport and some of the topics covered!

-Sully

Episode Highlights:

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:35) - Guest Brendan Ferraro showcase, some more background

(3:11) - How Brendan got started in video, mixing your passion and money

(8:49) - Small-time vs. bigger industry shoots, the different roles

(14:22) - Some of Brendan’s higher level work and how the big dawgs handle content

(21:22) - The future of video, general tech discussion

(30:42) - AI content, how tech improvements alter our future

(33:24) - How tech companies operate, the key is anticipation

(36:04) - How did music videos become “it” for Brendan, the business aspect of it

(42:53) - The evolution of Brendan’s style

(48:37) - How I linked up with Brendan, “Bad Things, Good Locations” and some other projects we worked on

(59:40) - Will Brendan step out from behind the camera? Some ideas for the future

(1:04:05) - Testing out different POV shots for music videos

(1:06:18) - “Where do you see the future of audio going?”, ownership, labels, tech and more

(1:15:28) - Creating, being authentic and following your beliefs

(1:21:20) - Forging your own path, Twitter and social media use

(1:27:19) - Cancel culture

(1:33:09) - The media side of production, how video trends shift and adapting to them

(1:39:00) - The fate of Tik Tok, data privacy

(1:44:38) - Brendan’s wider aspirations

(1:50:20) - Approaching projects as a collaboration, the power of working together :)

(1:55:23) - Episode wrap-up

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CHECK OUT "Bad Things Good Locations": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vq2xEVQWxVM

CONNECT WITH BRANDON FERRIERO

Exeter LLC: https://www.instagram.com/exeterllc/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ferrarib98/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCkhpC6h_5mdPpgcHX-vAOIg

NEW Video "Sunrise": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIiGTAv1W_Y

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This week, we’re joined by my good friend Dodi to discuss life, skating, music and much more!

Dodi is no stranger to carving your own path. He’s a skateboarder who has mixed his entrepreneurial leanings with a keen eye for clothing design. But he's not just trying to grab a bag - he's trying to make something unique and give back too.

Tune into this episode to hear more of our discussion on “having enough”, what it means to live life on your own terms, the world of skateboarding and much more!

Episode Notes:

(0:00) - Episode introduction

(1:35) - Beginning of interview and an introduction to Dodi

(4:13) - The connotations around skating

(7:20) - Sponsorships and having an income around skateboarding

(9:19) - How Dodi approaches merch, sponsorships

(18:19) - Has anyone tried to push you off your path?

(21:42) - “Giving back” vs. actually making an impact

(22:40) - Common modern scams

(28:15) - Some of Dodi’s merch and clothing discussion

(33:30) - Ubers and air fresheners

(37:12) - Dyrdek, being comfortable, “having enough” and the state of talent

(42:25) - It’s about the people, the power of a notebook and writing

(46:04) - How I got my first board, snowboarding vs. skateboarding vs. skiing

(50:30) - Dodi’s upbringing and skating growing up

(58:09) - Environment vs. genetics

(1:03:45) - Being “a week away” and making decisions

(1:06:50) - Loving what you do, making your dream a reality

(1:09:07) - Dodi tells us a story

(1:13:50) - The meaning behind personally designed things, supporting your friends

(1:20:50) - My Rob Dyrdek and Gary V experience, controlling your life

(1:25:20) - Where Dodi sees it all going

(1:29:45) - Going fast and building on progress

(1:33:03) - My top 5 music picks, music discussion

(1:38:20) - Episode wrap-up

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CONNECT WITH DODI

Website: https://www.subjectskatebrand.shop/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/subjectskatebrand/?hl=en

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