#9 Adam Mark Smith – The Million Dollar Cup of Water
Adam Smith went from being a CFO to being on food stamps after protesting at a Chick-fil-A. The viral video cost him his career, reputation and sense of self. Author of Million Dollar Cup of water. Adam Mark Smith shares his personal journey from rags to riches, back to rags, and eventually to true wealth. Adam Smith is an executive, author, motivational speaker, corporate workshop facilitator, and mindfulness-based coach. He is also a husband and father of four boys. Adam and Andrew discuss cancel culture, redemption, and mindful entrepreneurship.
#8 Grace Keros – The Queen of Coneys
Outspoken owner of American Coney Island, one of the oldest continuously family-owned restaurants in Detroit, discusses the difference between a Coney Dog and Coney Island and how this 100 year old company has survived it all.
#7 Anthony LaVerde – It All Started With One Screen
CEO of Emagine Entertainment, LaVerde believes in doubling down on your investments during times of uncertainty and fear. Blake sits down with the young and successful driver of one of the most innovative theaters in the country, who sees hope and opportunity in the midst of a 10 month pandemic forced shutdown. Millions and millions of dollars in lost revenue in 2020, yet LaVerde says they will continue to buy buy buy.
#6 Veronika Scott: Homelessness is an incredibly complex human thing
Founder of Empowerment Plan, a nonprofit employing the homeless to make coats that are donated to the homeless.
#5 Garry Gilliam – I’m a Nerd Trapped in an Athlete’s Body
Former NFL star is on a mission to create an ‘Eco-village’ in Harrisburg, PA to bring change to systemic oppression through sustainability.
#4 Bo Shepherd: It Started as a Passion Project
Founder of Woodward Throwbacks and Carhartt Ambassador based in Detroit, discussing turning your passion into a full-time profitable business.
#3 Mike Young – Getting Your Name on the Wall
Actor, Writer, Director, and Comedian from Michigan, releasing his standup special on Bill Burr’s “All Things Comedy”.
#2 Kristina Rinaldi: But I Knew How to Hustle
Kristina Rinaldi runs Detroit’s first and only no-kill shelter, Detroit Dog Rescue. Rinaldi discusses the mistakes other nonprofits make constantly, and what it takes to keep the lights on.
#1 James Rigato: Always a Dish Washer
4x James Beard Semi finalist chef and owner of Mabel Gray restaurant, James Rigato discusses how misunderstood many foods and beverages are and the importance of connection to where your food is from.
The Buddha and the Business
The traffic jam that changed my perspective on business.
