We Hit 750 Because of You

Live from Edgewood American Legion Post 17, Rich celebrates 10 years and 750+ episodes with special guests Kristy Breslin, Sensei Sydney Brackins, and the Delbridge family who helped launch the show’s in-person era. They swap origin stories, community wins, and wild ideas (hello, “Santa Smackdown”), then the co-hosts take the mics for a candid Q&A on growth, recovery impact, and what’s next. Sponsors and local shout-outs abound—this one’s a love letter to Harford County and beyond. Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union, Daniel McGhee & the Victory Team, and Eco-Cool HVAC Guest Bios:  ·         Kristy Breslin – Longtime local media personality and nonprofit amplifier; host with Harford TV/Harford MagaScene who urged Rich to go global and coined “Conversations with Rich Bennett.” ·         Sensei Sydney Brackins – Head instructor at Empire Dojo; teaches Japanese Jiu-Jitsu with a real-world self-defense focus and “stress inoculation” training; youth leadership mentor. ·         Brad, Larry & Linda Delbridge – Former owners of Towne Grill & Pub (the original in-person recording hub for the show); community builders who still host paint nights and stayed close to Rich and his family.  Main Topics: ·         How the show started, broke a camera, then became a podcast at Towne Grill & Pub. ·         Kristy Breslin’s pivotal rebrand advice and nonprofit storytelling mission. ·         10-year milestones: top 3% globally, 110+ countries; rarity of hitting 750 episodes. ·         Sensei Sydney’s Japanese Jiu-Jitsu approach, real-life “SIT” drills, and building inner peace & discipline. ·         “Santa Smackdown” fundraiser idea and playful taser-knife ribbing. ·         Delbridge family memories: vegan meatball switcheroo, restaurant margins, and why that side room mattered. ·         Co-host roundtable: addiction series impact, favorite moments, embarrassing on-air detours, dream guests.  Resources mentioned: ·         Sponsors & Local Businesses: Maryland Pickers; Serenity Salt Spa; Four Seasons Landscape & Construction Services; Harford County Chamber of Commerce; Living Well Healthcare; Real Life Prosthetics; Clever Cat Marketing; American Auto Repair; Rage Against Addiction; WHFC 91.1 FM; Bel Air Window & Door (Window Depot); Harford County Health Department; Eco-Cool HVAC; Daniel McGhee & The Victory Team; Tar Heel Construction Group. ·         People & Orgs: Kristy Breslin; Joe Ayler; Wendy Beck (Rage Talk segment); Jennifer Hathaway; Michelle Hayes (CleverCat Marketing); Kayla Deickman; Tammie Wingrove (Full Circle Boards); Empire Dojo; Sheriff Jeff Gahler; Roofers in Recovery; Barry Glassman; Dick Slutzky; Jelly Roll; Danny Trejo. ·         Episode Sponsors: §  Freedom Federal Credit Union§  Daniel McGhee & the Victory Team§  Eco-Cool HVAC·         Supporter: Full Circle Boards·         Supporter: Send us Fan MailFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSThe Victory TeamLOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME Go with the Agent that was voted Harford’s Best & won the Harford CouEco-Cool HVACYOUR FRIEND IN THE SUMMERS & WINTERS! Heating & Air Conditioning Service and Repair, Furnace & BoilDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email