Best Larry Bloom Podcasts (2025)

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Jarrett Young – Transforming Education at City Academy 23:52

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Jarrett Young, Head of School at City Academy, joins The STL Bucket List Show to share how a small independent school in North St. Louis is transforming opportunities for kids and families through access, love, and education. We cover: Jarrett’s journey: North STL → St. Louis Public Schools → MICDS (DSEG) → Bowdoin → Harvard → back home to lead Cit…

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022: "Inklings" feat. Geoff Evans (Reddit & Facebook Admin) 40:25

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Joining me today from Scotland is GEOFF EVANS, an admin for the fan-driven HUM Reddit & Facebook groups. With over 13,000 members between them, these pages have helped keep the band in the public consciousness for decades, & they're both reliable sources of news, discussion, & music recommendations. In this episode, we talk about the joy of the liv…

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Episode #244 - Gody Khambatta – Riding the Refinance Rollercoaster to Success 27:28

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What does it take to steer a multi-million-dollar property through one of the toughest lending environments in decades? In this episode of the Real Estate Investor Podcast, we welcome longtime friend and investor Gody Khambatta. Gody is a research scientist working on cancer treatments, but for over 25 years, he has also been quietly building a sub…

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Joshua “Mr. Fresh” Danrich – From Garage Idea to Walmart Shelves 18:54

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At 16 years old, Joshua “Mr. Fresh” Danrich has taken a garage-born idea and turned it into a shelf-ready product now sold in 100+ Walmart stores across Missouri — plus Schnucks, Dierbergs, and Mobile On The Run. On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell digs into Joshua’s journey from science-loving kid to CEO of Mr. Fresh, a…

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Latoya Thompson – From Truck to Brick & Mortar: The Bougie Bites Story 36:39

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On this episode, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Latoya Thompson, the force behind Bougie Bites—the plant-based, fast-casual spot turning non-vegans into regulars with smashburgers, fries, and big hospitality. Latoya opens up about the real journey: from personal styling and home-care entrepreneurship to a food truck, a ghost kitchen, and now a b…

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021: "I Hate It Too" feat. Joey Ginaldi (Magic America, Clever Hour, Webbed Wing, Pony) 1:20:56

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Today’s conversation is with JOEY GINALDI, drummer of the Pennsylvania bands MAGIC AMERICA & CLEVER HOUR. Magic America just released their debut album, Get in the Truck, a couple weeks back on Funeral Party Records. The first video, for the song “Carried by Angels,” is now up on YouTube. Clever Hour, which also features Jake Clarke from Superheave…

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Episode #243 - Jon Hilley – The 1031 Playbook 22:52

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1031 exchanges are incredibly valuable for investors and are often underutilized and ignored. Today on the Real Estate Investor Podcast, co-founder and CEO of 1031 Specialists, Jon Hilley, joins us to share a play-by-play of 1031 deals. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Jon’s career and what his company does, the structure of a 1031 deal, a definiti…

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Frizz Fest – Black Joy, Blooming Businesses, and Community 37:40

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Frizz Fest is back! On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Tee Parks—festival MC, media host, and arts educator—along with Kendra & Steven Hunt of With Love Skincare, a Blooming Business that started as a DIY solution for their son’s eczema. We dive into: What “safe, seen, and celebrated” looks like at Frizz Fest How the fest…

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Episode #242: Alvin Uy – Real Estate Product Developer 29:11

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What happens when a former engineer and Shark Tank entrepreneur applies a product developer’s mindset to real estate? Alvin Uy has been focused on real estate in Los Angeles for 22 years, doing construction, fix-and-flips, short-term rentals, ADUs, SB9, and most recently, senior living. In this episode, Alvin shares how he built wealth by treating …

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Elliott Brown & Brandon Panosh – From Biscuits to Fine Dining: The Story Behind Scouts 48:29

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On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Elliott Brown and Brandon Panosh, the duo behind The Biscuit Joint in Midtown, to talk about their next chapter — Scouts, a fine dining concept rooted in community, hospitality, and the spirit of their early pop-ups. What began as intimate Dinner at the Loft evenings has grown into a nei…

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020: "If You are to Bloom" feat. Ray Harkins (Taken, Mikoto, Bloodguilt, 100 Words or Less Podcast) 1:15:34

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Joining me today is RAY HARKINS, vocalist of the Southern California melodic hardcore bands TAKEN, MIKOTO, &, most recently, BLOODGUILT. Taken burned brightly from the late ‘90s until 2004, releasing one LP & 2 EPs on Goodfellow Records. They’ve since added a demos & b-sides compilation, a collected version of the first 3 records, & a 2018 EP title…

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Discover Downstate Illinois – Southern Illinois Coffee Trail Featuring LongStory Coffee 37:00

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In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Lucas welcomes Discover Downstate Illinois and LongStory Coffee for a conversation all about the heart of Southern Illinois and the growing coffee culture that is connecting communities across the region. We explore the Discover Downstate Illinois Coffee Trail, a curated path that takes you through local…

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Episode #241: Larry English – Former NFL Player Talks Peak Performance 30:08

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What does it mean to operate at peak performance, and how can entrepreneurs and real estate investors learn from this principle that athletes adopt? From the NFL field to real estate and beyond, today’s guest, Larry English, knows what it takes to perform at the highest level. In this episode, Larry shares his journey from retiring from football to…

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Tasha Mueller – From Seizures to Soil: Building R&R Farms and a Healthier Future 33:23

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On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Tasha Mueller, founder of R&R Farms 1904 in Wentzville, MO. Tasha shares her powerful journey from battling unexplained seizures as a young adult to finding healing through intentional living—and how that personal experience eventually inspired her to start growing hemp and creating CBD …

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Episode #240: Anton Mattli – Financing in a Tight Market 35:40

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The commercial real estate market is shifting quickly, and in order to keep up and ensure you can finance your investments, you need to be able to adapt. In this episode of the Real Estate Investor Podcast, Anton Mattli from Peak Financing joins us to share his insights on today’s market trends and what lending is like in commercial real estate tod…

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Riya Kurian – From STL to Europe: Designing Trips That Go Deeper 44:58

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On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we’re joined by Riya Kurian, the founder of Next Horizon —a boutique travel planning company that curates personalized, meaningful trips across Europe and beyond. Riya shares how a spontaneous year teaching in France ignited her passion for cultural connection and solo travel, eventually leading her to l…

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019: "I'd Like Your Hair Long" feat. Laurent Schroeder-Lebec & Larry Herweg (Pelican) 1:35:36

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Today I’m talking with LAURENT SCHROEDER-LEBEC & LARRY HERWEG, from the Chicago heavy rock band PELICAN. Since 2001, they’ve released 7 LPs, plus a host of singles, splits, EPs, live albums, & compilations. Their most recent record, FLICKERING RESONANCE, is highly recommended & came out a couple months back on RUN FOR COVER RECORDS. Pelican just fi…

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Dr. Alex Garza – Shaping Healthcare in St. Louis & Beyond 36:34

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On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Dr. Alex Garza, Chief Community Health Officer at SSM Health, to talk about the intersection of healthcare, community impact, and leadership in St. Louis. Dr. Garza shares powerful insights from his career as an emergency physician, former head of the St. Louis Metropoli…

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Larry Hagner – Just a Dad from The Lou 44:38

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This week, Lucas sits down with Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge and host of one of the top fatherhood podcasts in the world. Larry is a St. Louis native, a father of four boys, and a guy who’s made it his mission to help men become better husbands, stronger fathers, and more grounded leaders. Lucas, a dad of two under two, gets real with Larr…

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018: "Hello Kitty" feat. Balthazar de Ley (Menthol, HUM, Lightfoils) 1:34:07

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Joining me today is BALTHAZAR DE LEY — singer, guitarist, bassist, producer, engineer, studio technician, &, most recently, amp maker. In the early ‘90s, he joined HUM, which was, back then, written in all lowercase. He played bass on their first record Fillet Show, & toured & wrote songs with them over the course of several years. He then formed &…

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Gerard Craft & David Wolfe – Fordo’s Joins Urban Chestnut in The Grove 27:28

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This week on The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with two of St. Louis’s most influential tastemakers: Gerard Craft, James Beard Award-winning chef and founder of Niche Food Group, and David Wolfe, co-founder of Urban Chestnut Brewing Company. Recorded at STL Bucket List Studios, this episode dives into their exciting new partner…

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Episode #239: Chad Ackerman – Investor Syndication Need to Knows 19:07

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There are always investment opportunities; you just have to be patient enough to look for them! Today, we welcome the founder of the passive real estate investment educational platform, CARE, Chad Ackerman, to the show to discuss everything you need to know about investor syndication! Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Chad’s career and how investing…

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Chris Hoffmann - Legacy, Leadership & Community Impact 39:46

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On this week’s episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Chris Hoffmann, CEO of Hoffman Brothers, one of St. Louis’ most respected family-owned companies. Chris shares his personal journey from Kirkwood kid to Marine Corps officer to business leader, opening up about lessons from the military, leadership growth, and what it means to sca…

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Alexis Zotos - From TV to Influencer & Podcaster 56:58

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This week on The STL Bucket List Show, we're joined by award-winning journalist and local storyteller Alexis Zotos to talk about her brand new podcast, What’s New in the Lou — recorded right here at Bucket List Podcast Studio. After years on your TV screens reporting the biggest stories in St. Louis, Alexis is taking her deep community knowledge an…

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017: "Green to Me" Video feat. Gerald V. Casale (DEVO) 44:58

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Today I’m talking with the artist, musician, filmmaker, & sociocultural prophet GERALD V. CASALE. In the early ‘70s, Jerry co-founded the mutant-pop performance art group DEVO, who have since released 9 studio albums, 10 EPs, a soundtrack, 10 live albums, 16 compilations, 25 singles, & 9 video albums, not to mention creating some of the most distin…

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Episode #238: A Mile Deep – Daniel Casey 24:15

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Today, we take a look at what happens when you narrow your focus to a single area, choosing to go a mile deep. We’re joined by Daniel Casey, President and CEO of North40 Capital, a local property developer, and BlackRock Construction Group, a commercial general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior living, and income-producing products. To…

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St. Louis Shock Pickleball - Building a Sports Legacy in St. Louis 32:34

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This week on The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Andrew Haines, the Chief Operating Officer of St. Louis Shock Pickleball, the city’s brand-new professional pickleball team making waves both locally and nationally. In this episode, Andrew shares how pickleball has exploded across St. Louis, what it takes to launch a pro spor…

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Episode #237: Sahil Bloom: The 5 Types of Wealth 42:12

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Once you truly understand what a wealthy life means to you, you can go out and take action to build that life, and you’re much more in control of your whole life than you may think! Today, we’re joined by Sahil Bloom, Managing Partner of SRB Ventures, writer of the Curiosity Chronicle, and bestselling author of The Five Types of Wealth: A Transform…

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Eric & Conor - It's More Than Coffee (UpShot Coffee) 48:28

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In this special episode, host Lucas Farrell welcomes two of the minds behind one of St. Louis’ most celebrated coffee brands—Eric Peters and Conor VanBuskirk, the crew behind Upshot Coffee and the Official Coffee Partner of STL Bucket List. This conversation is personal. Upshot isn’t just another local business to Lucas, it’s part of his weekly rou…

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Ep. 71: Artist and DJ Elijah on Independence, Creativity, and Closing the App. 34:54

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Writer, DJ, lecturer and creative provocateur Elijah joins Chrystal Genesis to talk about his new book Close The App, Make The Ting: Transformative Prompts For The Modern Artist. In this wide-ranging conversation, they chat about how his Yellow Squares project has grown from Instagram prompts into a global project of installations, lectures, billbo…

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016: "Green to Me" feat. Jacob Givens (Waterproof Records, Temple of the Dads) 58:41

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Today’s guest is JACOB GIVENS, TikTok phenom, musician, podcaster, actor, writer, & comedian. His enthusiasm for music has attracted over 500,000 followers across his social media platforms, & he’s racked up millions of views from viral videos about iconic moments in 90s alternative & beyond. He also runs the podcast WATERPROOF RECORDS, where he’s …

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Laurie & Dodie - Not your Mama’s Menopause 38:58

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Laurie and Dodie - two friends who didn’t see menopause coming and definitely didn’t expect it to feel this overwhelming. When the symptoms showed up (and no one had warned us), we went looking for answers and came up short on anything that felt truly supportive. Support the showBy Lucas & Marissa Farrell

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Episode #236: Kathy Fettke – Navigating the Economic Landscape and Rental Market Trends 44:11

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With rising debt, shifting prices, and mounting investor uncertainty, what’s really going on in the US economy? In this episode, real estate expert Kathy Fettke joins us to break down key trends shaping the housing and rental markets today. From the rise in multi-family loan delinquency to the surprising stability in home defaults, Kathy explains w…

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Brent Labovitz - Serving St. Louis Families through Personal Injury Law 31:58

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This week on The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Brent Labovitz, a dedicated personal injury attorney and lifelong St. Louisan who’s made it his mission to fight for justice on behalf of everyday people. From his early days in law school to becoming a trusted name in injury law, Brent shares what drives his passion, how he c…

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015: "Folding" feat. Jeff Garber (Castor, National Skyline, Year of the Rabbit) 1:31:25

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Today’s guest is the multi-talented JEFF GARBER — singer, guitarist, composer, producer, & engineer. From the mid-to-late ‘90s Jeff played in the Champaign, IL indie rock band CASTOR, who released 2 LPs, a single, & some compilation tracks, all of which have just been remixed, remastered, & pressed to vinyl on Matt Talbott’s EARTH ANALOG label. Tha…

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Episode #235: Invest Smart Takeaways & Behind the Scenes with Joe Fang and Andy Huang 28:45

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The dust has barely settled on the Invest Smart Summit 2025, curated by Break of Day Capital, and today, fellow colleagues Andy Huang and Joe Fang join Gary to unpack everything that happened in our third major summit (after the first two focused on real estate and asset management). Andy begins the conversation by explaining why he was more excite…

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Rick Leach - A St. Louis Aviation Story 45:51

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In this episode, we sit down with Rick Leach, a 44-year aviation veteran whose career helped shape the regional airline industry—and much of it was built right here in St. Louis. From early roles at Air Illinois and Jet America to leading Trans States Airlines from its St. Louis base, Rick’s leadership fueled decades of growth and innovation in the…

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Jack Marsh - Circus Tradition in St. Louis since 1986 34:35

4M ago34:35

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On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Jack Marsh, Executive and Artistic Director of Circus Flora—a beloved St. Louis tradition that blends world-class circus performance with rich storytelling. Jack shares his incredible journey from performing in the ring as a toddler to studying law at Harvard and eventua…

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014: "Firehead" feat. Carson Wilcox (Bleed, Narrow Head) 50:21

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Sat down today with Carson Wilcox, the drummer of the Dallas, TX bands BLEED & NARROW HEAD. Bleed just released their excellent S/T DEBUT LP on 20 Buck Spin. It fuses a wide range of styles from the alt-metal of the late '90s & early 2000s, but it's also got elements of lesser-cited bands like Curve, Filter, & God Lives Underwater. It's a super coo…

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Summer Bucket List 2025 - Things to do in STL 14:45

4M ago14:45

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A quick episode highlighting some must-visit spots this summer! Support the showBy Lucas & Marissa Farrell

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Episode #233: Joseph Shalaby: Running A Mortgage Company 18:21

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Many first-time investors assume they need a 20% down payment to get started, but that’s not the case! Joining us to break it all down is Joseph Shalaby, founder and CEO of E Mortgage Capital, a national brokerage supporting nearly 900 loan officers across 48 states. He sits down with host Gary Lipsky to discuss the business model behind EMC’s succ…

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St. Louis SLAM - Building a Dynasty in Women's Football 48:33

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In this empowering episode, Lucas Farrell sits down with St. Louis SLAM head coach Quincy Davis and star player Kerri McMahan to talk all things women’s football—and the dynasty being built right here in St. Louis. Fresh off their 5th national championship win, the SLAM is proving that professional women’s tackle football deserves the spotlight. Co…

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Episode #232: Invest Smarter 6:09

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Too many high earners look successful on paper but still feel stuck when it comes to building lasting wealth. In this special episode, host Gary Lipsky steps into the guest seat as his daughter, Arielle Lipsky, takes the mic to interview him about the upcoming Invest Smart Summit. Designed for busy professionals, this free virtual event brings toge…

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013: Fillet Show LP feat. Rick Valentin & Rose Marshack (Poster Children, 12 Inch Records) 1:30:10

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Today’s guests are RICK VALENTIN & ROSE MARSHACK from the Champaign, IL indie rock band POSTER CHILDREN. They co-founded the group in 1987 & have since released 12 LPs, along with various singles, EPs, compilations, & a feature film. They’ve been on indies, majors, & everything in between, & they took an avant-garde approach to music tech & media —…

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Marlin Bonds - The Music Industry meets Tech 1:07:55

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On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Marlin Bonds—Founder & CEO of Hypno Loops, and a name you might recognize from the music world. Marlin is a 7x platinum, 2x Grammy-nominated, BMI award-winning producer and songwriter from St. Louis whose work has been featured everywhere—from Grey’s Anatomy and ESPN to …

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Homegrown: Jen Garnica’s STL Roots and Leadership at SSM Health 13:53

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In this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, Luke welcomes Jen Garnica, Chief Nursing Officer at SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital. A St. Louis native and proud leader in local healthcare, Jen shares her story — from growing up in the city to leading one of its most advanced and mission-driven hospitals. Located in the heart of downtown, SSM…

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Episode #231: Neal Bawa: AI Masterclass for Real Estate 32:52

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AI is rapidly becoming an essential tool across industries, but for real estate and asset management, it’s no longer optional. In his fourth appearance on the podcast, Neal Bawa returns to deliver a powerful masterclass on AI in real estate. Neal is the CEO and Founder/Cofounder of Grocapitus, Multifamily University, and Mission10K. Known as “the M…

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Javia Gilliam-Sanford and Kaje Sanford - The Art of Alcohol 1:06:36

5M ago1:06:36

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On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Javia Gilliam-Sanford and Kaje Sanford, the husband-and-wife team behind Pour Decisions, one of the most creative mobile bars in St. Louis. Their story started back in 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic, when Javia—an experienced sommelier—lost her job. Instead of…

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012: "Dreamboat" feat. Carlos Ramirez (No Echo, Black Army Jacket, Lakota, Deny the Cross) 1:07:25

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Today’s guest is CARLOS RAMIREZ, co-founder & editor-in-chief of NO ECHO, a worldwide hardcore website that just celebrated its 10th anniversary. It’s a vast & respected resource for all things hardcore, metal, & punk, updated daily across the web & the usual social media platforms. Carlos played bass in the mid-to-late '90s NYC powerviolence band …

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Episode #230: Ben Reinberg – Hard Assets for Hard Times 22:07

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Hard assets are time-proven as one of the best ways to build sustaining wealth. Joining us today is Ben Reinberg, the CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies and author of Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times. We begin with Ben’s background and journey into real estate before diving into what he thinks about the current state of the re…