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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) -

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) - Dav

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 SeanTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/

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!-SullyEpisode 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, acce

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, surviveAnd 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 com

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!-SullyEpisode 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 cont

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 B

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!-SullyEpisode 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____________________________

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!-SullyEpisode 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

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”

This week, we’re joined once again by Ethan Ross! Ethan is a musical artist with a penchant for genre-blending. His music mixes elements of hip-hop, metal and punk rock to create a truly unique flavor that is totally worth checking out!But even more importantly, my man is born and raised in Jersey and has PLENTY of opinions about it. We also dive into his music, the experiences that fuel his art and the genesis of all of it. We also cover his musical process, his come-up, the utility of therapy, Andrew Tate and much, much more!Episode Outline:(0:00) - Introduction(1:41) - Beginning of interview(2:34) - Some background on Ethan’s music career, what he did before(6:08) - Prioritizing passion, making “the jump”, broad discussion on therapy(13:50) - Music and evoking emotion, getting caught up in your own experience as an artist(18:23) - Where the visual experience fits into song-writing(20:47) - Masculinity(23:49) - The idea of being “the one”(26:25) - Having white representation in hip-hop, being multi-tal

This episode is going to be a little different from what we usually do around here..Today, I’m switching roles and being interviewed for a change! Tune in to check out my guest appearance on “Just Keep Learning” with Justin Nolan!I really enjoyed my conversation with Justin because it ran the gamut, which is perfect for my ADD but also great for any newcomers that are curious to see more of what I’m all about.In this episode, Justin and I discuss everything from my business, to my outlook on life, work music and much more! We get into the nitty gritty on “podfade” as well as miscellaneous tips and tricks for podcast success.Episode Outline:(0:00) - Introduction(1:35) - Beginning of the episode(4:01) - Being “multi-passionate” and being able to strike a balance(6:40) - What you can do to keep your mind straight and organized(10:07) - Controlling your self-talk and not being too hard on yourself(13:25) - Approaching advice, quality vs. quantity(16:59) - Give people your secrets(18:29) - How I got to where I am

Welcome back to another installment of “BopSolo”! In this episode, I tackle the culture of “taking advice” and dive deeper into the expert/influencer industry. I also talk about the importance of being your own person, having your own journey and making your own mistakes (and decisions).As a business owner and entrepreneur myself, I have an intimate connection and almost daily engagement with this culture. While experts can give you some great insight and advice, it’s always important to be weary of your resources.Episode Outline:(0:00) - Introduction(0:21) - “The fallacy of change”(4:25) - How do you not lose your drive?(5:39) - The culture of “taking advice”(9:23) - The best advice is what didn’t work, broad advice doesn’t fit specific scenarios(12:36) - The importance of making your own decisions and forging your own path(14:53) - We’re in a saturated advice culture(15:41) - Episode wrap-upThank you for helping us become a top 10% podcast in the world! Previous Guests Include Rob Dyrdek, Samad Savage,

Welcome back to the SEVENTH installment of the Shit Show!It’s truly amazing that we’ve made it this far, but we’re ready for more!From high level discussion about ghosts and aliens, to tackling more serious issues like “should we vote?” and “do fish ever get thirsty?” – me and Trett run through a variety of topics big and small.Make sure to tune in as this could be our spiciest episode yet..Episode Outline1:05 - Episode beginning1:51 - Revisiting Liquid Death, the second taste test4:14 - “Life straws” and water quality, exploring abandoned properties9:31 - It’s all about ghosts, Bigfoot and aliens for Sully14:45 - “Have you seen The Village?”, Trailer Park Boys and general sitcom discussion19:00 - “Podcasting is born independent”, is podcasting ever going to go “mainstream”?22:11 - The taste test continues25:05 - Question from Chris Miller, electric trucks30:09 - Mazda discussion, what constitutes a sports car?35:43 - “If you were to make your own holiday, what would it be?”37:45 - Classic hip-hop, breaking d

We all like to say we have a “calling” in our lives - but for James Calcagni, it’s the real deal.James is an entrepreneur, CEO, inventor, engineer and most importantly, a survivor. James contracted Lyme’s disease as a young child and suffered horrible complications from it for years that limited his life in many ways. This experience led him to Qigong, which we get to in the show, but it also gave him a unique perspective into a life of difficulty.Now, James uses this perspective and his expertise as an engineer to design prosthetic limbs that address every small problem an amputee may have to face.In this episode we cover James’ backstory, his scrappy journey to starting his own company and how his work lines up with what he considers his duty in life. We also discuss his flagship “shower-proof” prosthetic, where the technology is headed and much more!Episode Outline: (1:30) - Episode beginning, some context on how I met James(3:09) - LinkedIn game, how to optimize your activity and use LinkedIn properl

In this special episode, I’m joined by none other than my girlfriend Viktoria Rockelmann! Now I’m obviously very biased, but Vikki is straight-up an amazing person. She is a kindergarten teacher of a couple years now and a fellow New Jersey native. In this episode we discuss her unique upbringing, her experience as a kindergarten teacher so far, the education system at large and much more! Will Trett be able to handle the hard hitting details about our relationship? Will a fight break out mid-interview? Tune in to find out! Episode Outline: (1:30) - Beginning of episode (3:01) - The misconception about podcasting, “what is it about?” (5:21) - Keeping people’s attention, how do the most successful podcasts do it?  (10:23) - Sully and Vikki, how opposites attract, getting to know someone when you first start dating (12:39) - “Being yourself” when you meet someone new, judging others and being judged yourself (17:35) - How little kids judge, Vikki opens up about her Kindergarten teaching experience so far (

Tarek “Wrek” Meniam is an artist first, but don’t sleep on his mind for marketing, promotion and business. Wrek is a rapper, entrepreneur, clothing designer, and most importantly, a New Jersey native. He has the intuition and imagination required to be a creator, but most importantly, he has the work ethic and vision to see his projects through. By the end of this episode, I thought it was obvious that Wrek is going places. His passion and drive to be successful is truly one of a kind. Join us as we talk about life, music, business, and much more! Episode Outline: (1:10) - Wrek’s rap journey, how he started and got better (5:21) - To get better at freestyle rapping, is it just repetition?  (7:49) - Freestyling is different from writing and building a song, “do you freestyle less now?” (9:27) - How Wrek likes to “direct” his music, learning more from pain (11:11) - “Have you ever turned a painful experience into a song?”, how Wrek builds his songs (15:10) - Song writing discussion: format and structure,

We’re back once again! Me and Trett embark on our sixth installment of the Shit Show! Join us as we fumble our way through serious conversations about UBI and judging the actions of corporations, and not-so-serious conversations like “Does Liquid Death suck?” and that one time I witnessed a raid.. Episode Outline: (0:35) - Episode beginning (1:01) - Liquid Death, is it actually good? The boys try it out (5:15) - What is the point of including Liquid Death in your life? (7:28) - “Magic Eye” books, visual illusions (11:24) - Magic discussion, mentalists  (14:22) - Sully’s Asher Roth story, separating the person from the artist celebrity (19:12) - Reverse taste test (drinking regular water), more discussion around the difference between the artist and the persona, using Kanye as an example (25:39) - “Making the next guy enough money”, the nature of how success is truly measured (27:50) - Not looking at business decisions as emotional, addressing broad criticisms of capitalism and wealth (3

Establishing yourself and who you are is one of the biggest and most important challenges we face in our lives. This is especially important when it comes to a career in music, where you always need to bring something new to the table. Cassi B, like me, is part of the new generation of musicians and artists. Multi-talented and ambitious almost to a fault, Cassi B will stop at nothing to make his mark. Hailing from the small country of Togo, Cassi came to America many years ago with his mother and settled in Newark. Since then, he’s been able to carve out a successful career in music and marketing, as well as his own clothing brand. Cassi has an infectious energy and relentless enthusiasm that I’m really looking forward to sharing with you all. Enjoy this conversation on making music, the importance of having a “why” as an artist, his new album “Made in Togo” and much more. Episode Outline:  (1:30) - Episode introduction (4:18) - Cassi’s background and journey to America, how music has evolved for him

It’s not often that you meet a traveling amputee-podcaster, and to be fair, those labels aren’t “Alex,” they’re simply a way to describe a complex person who has experienced the ups and downs of pain and realization to the highest extent. And yes, at the 20-minute mark Alex breaks down the graphic story of losing his leg at 16.  After a mutual friend connected me and Alex, I took an interest in his podcast; I saw a light in him that I saw in myself. He has the podcaster's trait: unwavering curiosity and flexes that muscle by traveling across the country interviewing people on his show, Spirit of a Nation.  Please enjoy this extended conversation on living with an amputation, an Ayahuasca journey, art, politics, and the like. If you’re new, thank you for stopping by.  Please use the timestamps below to navigate the episode.  https://www.instagram.com/neomadicshaman/ (Follow Alex ) Watch his podcast, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61FhEjk0wIA (Spirit of a Nation) (08:08) - Intro - Traveling