The Zach and Pat Show

What would you say if you could sit down with your 25-year-old self for one conversation? No guest this week. Just Zach and Pat going through the four things they'd change - career, relationships, money, and health - including the mistakes that cost them time they can't get back. Pat on the years he spent building a business while his kids grew up without him. Zach on three years of sweat equity that never paid out, and why he cut his own income in half on purpose. Real numbers, real regrets, and the advice they wish someone had handed them a decade ago.

Everybody told you the pain is where it hurts. Stephen Shinn has built an entire practice on the idea that it almost never is. Stephen is the owner of Revive Wellness Company, and he works in the gap nobody else covers — the space between rehab and fitness that he says both sides fundamentally misunderstand. He's gotten people out of wheelchairs, taken a paralyzed bricklayer from five years of failed PT to walking and talking in six months, and cut a leading stem-cell clinic's treatment counts in half using nothing but breath work. In this one: why "it's just part of getting older" is a lie, the difference between a tissue issue and a tone issue, why you should stop stretching your hamstrings, what your chiropractor is actually giving you (and why it doesn't stick), what weighted-ball training is doing to 10-year-old arms, stem cells and peptides, neutral thinking, and the three habits he'd change in the average American day.

Everything in the block below goes straight into the YouTube description field. Wes Hoffman has written over 50 songs in a year, toured 924 Gilman, and built two music communities from an Instagram account. He also says the thing most musicians don't want to hear: good songs will only take you so far. In this episode we get into what actually grows a band, why Spotify monthly listeners are a lie, and how a divorce, a closed business and a new job inside three months turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to him. Wes Hoffman is a St. Louis singer-songwriter, frontman of Wes Hoffman and Friends, and the founder of 314 Punk and Frequency Midwest. New record out in October — and there's a St. Louis festival announcement coming in August.

Jack returns a year on to trace how much has shifted in the business and in himself. On the business side he walks through the full subcontractor life cycle he's now watched play out over five years, why he's productizing fencing into a simple, scalable 'Chick-fil-A' menu under Faster Fences, and the honest fear of letting go of operational control that's the single thing capping his growth. On the personal side, he opens up about realizing he'd built his whole identity around chasing money, the spiritual-coaching work with Josh Wiesler that followed, and a run of experiences (a business he tried to close, a calling to a coffee shop, baptisms at the gym) that reoriented him. Pat mirrors it with his own reset: a month-and-a-half off social media and a six-month break from dating, and what both have done for his focus. What you'll take away ● The subcontractor (and employee) life cycle - how good crews start hungry, peak in the middle, then drift - and how to see the end coming. ● Why productizing a service into 3-5 fixed options (the "Chick-fil-A" model) simplifies inventory, speed and customer experience all at once. ● The real bottleneck to scaling isn't leads - it's the founder's fear of handing off control. ● A practical case that growth for its own sake can cost you the client experience and the life you actually want. ● How a social-media and dating fast can free up focus, money and genuine connection - plus the discipline-vs-motivation cycle every entrepreneur rides seasonally.

Dalton is a realtor at CRS Belt Nichols — and the "bonus dad" to co-host Pat’s two boys. He and the guys cover his path from car sales to real estate, the mentors who shaped him, the realities of the sales grind (lead sources, pre-approvals, listing strategy), and some genuinely wild listing stories. Then the episode turns into its best self: an honest, moving conversation about co-parenting after divorce — how Pat and Dalton put their egos aside, backed each other up, and built a blended family the kids actually thrive in.What you’ll take away• How to co-parent after divorce without making the kids collateral — "put down your swords."• Why "if I hate my ex, I hate half my kids" reframes the whole thing.• The reality of the real-estate grind: mentors, lead sources, and running a real buyer consult.• A masterclass in ego, humility, and doing what’s best for the children.

Dr. Jessica Nieva was born profoundly deaf and grew up isolated — raised to read lips, not sign, in a Filipino family that pushed medicine. She didn’t hear clearly until a cochlear implant at 30, an experience she calls life-changing. In this episode she and the guys talk about the first sounds she ever heard, running 60+ miles a week to cope with loneliness, building Benton Family Dentistry while raising four daughters in five years, dropping insurance to trade burnout for quality, and why she now takes health and happiness over income.What you’ll take away• How adversity built the toughness behind her success — and why she has empathy to match.• The business case for going out-of-network: fewer patients, higher quality, more happiness.• Why "saying no" and setting boundaries is a superpower for any owner.• Choosing health, family, and presence over maximizing income.

Stephen Burton is the owner and educator of Foundation Rescue in St. Louis, with 35 years and $100M in foundation repairs behind him. In this episode he pulls back the curtain on an industry with no licensing test and no standards: why homes really fail (gutters and downspouts, not "your walls falling"), how to avoid getting ripped off, the $175 inspection he’ll do before you spend $30,000, the difference between clients and customers, and the faith and integrity that turned him from "part of the problem" into an advocate. Equal parts homeowner survival guide and a lesson in doing business the right way.What you’ll take away• The real cause of most foundation problems — and the two things every homeowner should do today.• How to tell a good foundation contractor from a predatory one (licensing, insurance, the 3-day rescission).• Why "fixing the crack" without fixing the cause guarantees a new crack.• Clients vs. customers — and why treating people as clients wins long-term.• Owning your mistakes: how he went from "the problem" to reforming the industry.Pull-quotes• "Your walls do not fall. That’s the scare tactic."• "Clients buy information. Customers buy products."• "If you don’t know who the idiot is at the poker table, it’s you."• "He was a slow learner, but he figured it out." (his tombstone)

In 2018, a truck exploded just feet from firefighter Aaron Burlingame.He came back. This one’s about leadership, culture, faith, and what theworst days teach you about what actually matters. Aaron Burlingame — Battalion Chief with the St. Charles Fire Department — sits down with Zach & Pat on leading vs. bossing, building a culture people choose over higher pay, first-responder mental health, raising sons who own their mistakes, surviving serious burns, and the faith he found on the other side. Real conversation, no clickbait. ▶ CHAPTERS00:00 Meet Aaron Burlingame — St. Charles Fire01:00 Why a fire chief fell for jiu-jitsu06:00 The real lesson: consistency & doing hard things11:30 Leadership isn’t being in charge — it’s responsibility15:00 How "Discipline Equals Freedom" changed his leadership17:00 What the worst days teach you about what matters18:00 How the fire service finally took mental health seriously23:00 The culture that put St. Charles on the map31:30 The cell-phone box: rebuilding conversation34:45 The Dungeons & Dragons leadership lesson39:30 A leadership mistake he still learns from46:00 Watching his son enter the fire service51:20 The day a truck exploded feet away57:00 Faith, "box receipts," and finding the good1:01:00 Muddy River FOOLS & the brotherhood1:05:00 One thing you can do tomorrow: fill your cup1:07:00 The Tombstone Game ▶ Help us hit 1,000 subscribers before the end of 2026 — SUBSCRIBE! ▶ FOLLOW US ON IGZach: https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/Pat: https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/Murph: https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/ ▶ OUR PARTNERSCPTN Beard Co — use code ZACHANDPAT for 10% off your orderThe Normal Brand — https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu ▶ ABOUT THE SHOWThe Zach & Pat Show — honest conversations about manhood, fatherhood,entrepreneurship, and a positive mental attitude. Hosted by Zach Fagas& Pat Doyle.

Today we are excited to sit down with our first ever tattoo artist AND shop owner with Derek Heidorn! Part of TAC Team through Revive BJJ, Derek has long had a spirit that sought out fulfillment through defiance. He saw the molds the world tried told him to fit in and this led him to forming his own path starting first in contracting work and then transitioning through his creative spirit towards tattooing - his first piece ever done on his own leg! Now running his own shop, raising a family, and continuing to level up in BJJ, Derek's story is great for anyone who feels like breaking the mold just like he did.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 1000 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Derek (Tattoo Jesus)4:15 starting bjj19:30 getting into tattooing36:55 road to licensing/fatherhood1:08:05 opening shop1:30:55 promotion for event in October1:32:40 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are pleased to bring our new friend Nicky Robertson and all the chuckles that come with it! New to the Adventure Unknown family, Nicky sits down with us to discuss her experience in the service industry, how she parlayed that into an ever evolving career currently now with Fresh Markets STL - a group focused on bringing clean eating options to large scale management operations. A lot of enthusiasm and tons of life experience, Nicky also lets us in on her thirst for adventure and reminds us that life is one meant to be lived - not on the sidelines.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 1000 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Nicky/intro into business, service25:30 service industry post covid38:25 leaving NW Mutual, transition to Fresh Market48:10 adventure seeking53:15 avoidance vs growth1:00:00 what do women want1:06:15 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are excited to be joined by the very woman who has painted most (not the mural behind us though) of the art that hangs in our studio - the one and only Rachel Hinz! Rachel is a transplant from Michigan who has spent the last eight years making St. Louis her home and contributing to the artistry that our community is widely recognized for. She does all this while maintaining a career and being the woman of the house for her husband and three kids. Whether you're an artist or convinced that you don't have such skills, this is a great listen for anyone who wants a big dose of positivity and a push to find their creative spirit!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 1000 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Rachel11:10 creativity27:35 abstract art connecting to personal emotions35:10 other creative outlets48:45 athletic pursuits59:30 raising boys as a woman1:19:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFuINTRO: HYPERSPACE - BLUE STEEL

Today Zach and Pat catch up with a quick cameo from Murph as we break down our recent travels, the reality of maintaining ones own rental properties, the awesome UFC Freedom 250 card, and of course we give a big thank you to all those who tuned in, left a comment, or shared the show as we recently broke our 500 subscriber goal this week! We appreciate you for being our audience and promise to continue to improve and bring you the best show possible for as long as we can!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 1000 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are excited to bring Jen Bardot to our table to talk about her endeavors in building communities, publishing international best sellers, and what it's like being an entrepreneur raising three young men! Loads of experience going back to her days working for Enterprise Bank, Jen has taken her skills from the days of getting folks approved for loans to fund their dreams to writing multiple books and using that ethos to invest into her own community focused on GRIT. One thing about St. Louis folks - they're gritty and Jen's mission to help thousands of people get in touch with that is EXACTLY what this show is all about.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Jen5:40 cold calling, networking8:05 branding and identity10:00 publishing process14:10 motherhood as an entrepreneur19:10 proving yourself right/others wrong25:20 entrepreneurship and generosity/selfishness31:05 inspirations39:45 college class accreditation48:55 message for kids56:40 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!

Today we are so excited to bring you one of the top 185 lb bjj competitors in the world (18th to be precise) Nick Mataya fresh off his win at CXBJJ here in St. Louis only a couple weeks back. Having wrestled most of his youth, Nick felt the gap that was left from the sport while he was studying to become a physical therapist at Mizzou. Now only six years after getting into the sport - Nick has made quite a name for himself having competed at ADCC and earned every bit of the accolades attached to his name. A great guy with a lot to share not only in jiu jitsu but also when it comes to being a husband, father, and health professional - we're so grateful for this episode and hope to see him again!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Nick6:45 bjj origins11:50 gi vs nogi18:00 diet/nutrition23:55 Simple Man31:55 advice for new/aspiring grapplers41:55 goals moving forward48:10 fatherhood56:05 how bjj has changed in Nick’s time1:14:30 mental process before matches1:26:30 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are excited to be sitting down with our new friend and fellow Adventure Unknown member Abe Whitehead! A man with no shortage of experience, Abe sits down and tells us his life of olympic weightlifting, his dental practice he runs with his wife, what it's like to be man raising four daughters, and also what it means to expose ego and manage it.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Abe3:55 weightlifting/crossfit13:20 post surgery recovery22:30 dental coaching25:40 fatherhood39:25 role modeling43:45 culinary51:05 mindset coaching57:50 exposing ego1:05:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

in today's episode we are excited to have our producer in town for an episode as Murph sits down with us to talk about his life in south Florida, his upcoming opportunities with his business Paradigm Media, the adventures he's been on both domestically and internationally, and of course - Murph tries his best to persuade Zach and Pat to join him for a weekend of dance music this November for EDC Orlando. Lots of laughs, lots of catching up - we're always excited to sit down with the man who puts these episodes together even from all the way out in West Palm Beach or even Costa Rica!

In today's episode we are please to be joined by Matthew Fleshman the founder of OTB Social Media! Matthew sits down with us to talk about sustainable strategies on social, dives into some of the things coming up in the AI revolution as well as his top picks for the best LLM's, some talk about housing, and of course diving into how he balances all this while being a dedicated father!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Matthew3:35 AI and marketing17:00 data centers21:30 fears with AI33:10 ranking AI’s1:01:20 fatherhood1:14:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFuINTRO: HYPERSPACE - BLUE STEEL

Today we are excited to be joined for the third time on the ZP Show - our good friend and mastermind behind the CXBJJ Invitational...Adam Cella! Probably the most featured guest on the show, he's back promoting his next amazing event here in St. Louis which Zach will be taking on our good friend Erion from EZ Talk in gi bjj! Join us as we get the details on the event but also talk a little about the UFC, the upcoming White House card, and where bjj is at as a whole today!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 reintroducing Adam Cella15:45 matchupsFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are doing something totally new as we have on Angela Skurtu, a sex and relationship therapist and host of her own award winning program - The Open Bedroom Doors Show! Angela helps couples and individuals understand their intimate needs and coaches them on how to properly communicate these things in an open and positive way. This conversation is great for anyone single, taken, or just looking to understand connection and intimacy better. Join us as we talk about attachment and personality types, the adult film industry and it's impact on relations, and what she's learned through her own journey with marriage, love, and intimacy!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Angela13:15 more people getting into therapy28:00 dating36:10 personality types44:05 misconceptions about intimacy1:01:00 adult film content/instant gratification culture1:08:35 what would Angela do1:14:50 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are excited to bring you Charlie Metzner from our local firefighting departments here in St. Louis as well as a driving force behind the St. Louis Hero Network - a nonprofit dedicated to giving back to the families of current and former local first responders! The son of a firefighter himself, Charlie knew that public service was something he wanted to invest in and dedicate his life to. Taking the leap from serving the community to serving those who serve the community, Charlie's mission of giving is one we can all learn from and take something away from. If you are looking to get involved, make sure to check out St. Louis Hero Network's new website that just launched!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Charlie6:20 STL hero network12:20 life changing experiences on the job16:50 masculinity22:50 fund raising41:45 high level performers52:30 message for kids1:04:40 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are so excited to be welcoming back for the second time...Patrick Woodling! Pat was featured on the show just over two years ago and we've been chomping at the bit to sit back down with him ever since. Partially because he's a great pillar of our local community, but also - because we can't stop laughing when he's here! Join us as we breakdown his journey at Watson's Martial Arts, getting in trouble as a city youth in south county, and of course - some crazy stories featuring some less than reputable characters otherwise known as crackheads (no we're not kidding).Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 reintroducing Pat8:20 how bjj changed life35:20 nootropics, testosterone47:30 BBQ56:35 crackhead stories1:27:20 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are pleased to bring you Shawn Lipe! Shawn is an appraiser who left his career in pharmaceuticals because he felt such a strong connection to finding out the stories in the things others would find value in. Join us as we talk about his wild world travels, how being an appraiser differs from Antiques Road Show/Pawn Stars, and of course, hear us brag all about the hidden gem that is St. Louis!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!10:20 introducing Shawn25:10 appraisal certification52:00 leaving pharmaceuticals1:07:50 unique finds1:23:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are excited to be bringing you our latest conversation with Josh Loy! Much like Zach and our producer Murph, Josh found a lot of professional momentum in the service industry. Now at 26, he serves as a consultant for different outfits as well as the head of his own at MK Ranch here in good ole MO! Join us as we reminisce on the service industry, go deep into grappling and UFC lore, how the MLB product has changed, and of course - what it means to be a great dad! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Josh5:15 what the service industry teaches you about people14:15 MK Ranch19:10 Sambo/MMA/UFC30:40 fatherhood/basebell1:00:35 future aspirations1:03:15 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

What animals would you fight? What's one meal you'd eat for the rest of your life? Your top 5 movies you could rewatch forever. These are the questions you wanna know, we have the answers. Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 catching up10:45 question 116:30 question 220:00 question 323:00 question 425:00 question 544:00 question 649:50 question 755:25 question 857:40 question 91:01:10 question 101:02:50 question 111:06:35 question 12Follow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFuINTRO: HYPERSPACE - BLUE STEEL

We are so excited to be sitting down with Colin Ledbetter for the second time and with huge developments since his first visit! As you may or may not remember Colin's tenure as a STL city police officer was met with tragedy when he was shot while on duty. Knowing full well that he might not have been out of the woods after his close call, eventually the blood clots would start and this would lead to his leg being amputated only a couple months ago. Now we're sitting down with him to talk what he's been through, where he's going, and how he's living up to the title of "built different."Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 reintroducing Colin/leg amputation8:45 mental side of amputation15:00 prosthetic process21:15 plans moving forward41:15 mental toughness in recovery49:35 retrospective advice54:35 built differentFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are excited to be sitting down with Dr. Dustin Adamo, the owner and operator of Triad Functional Mental Health. Dustin is not just a psychologist but he's also a personal trainer and nutritionist - making sure that when someone comes to him, he's able to see the big picture and help them find their best mental state in ever capacity. Join us as we breakdown his nutritional protocol, minimal fitness standards for wellness, helping people figure out if they're working for success, fulfillment, or validation, and a whole lot more!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Dustin4:05 minimal fitness benefits11:45 combatting depression14:55 nutritional protocol26:30 success, fulfillment, validation38:10 is mental health trending downwards50:40 managing mental as a business ownerFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are excited to bring on one of the newer Adventure Unknown contemporaries in Dr. Ian McIntosh! Ian was an athlete growing up with his main love being wrestling. After multiple disc injuries, most of his doctors told him the best course of action was to leave fitness alone forever - something he was not ready to do. This would eventually lead to him finding chiropractic medicine and coming back better than ever. He would then go on to switch his focus in education to that same field and now he is helping populations of athletes and working adults for five years straight all while juggling a spot as a wrestling coach at a local high school, and keeping his duties as a father and husband front of mind.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Dr. Ian/wrestling coaching and background12:00 chiropractic work37:00 mental v physical recovery43:35 success stories54:15 frequent injuries57:00 challenges of entrepreneurship1:03:40 fatherhoodFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we have a very special guest as we have Pat's longtime baseball coach and mentor Lance Shuermann sitting down with us! Claimed to be Pat's "Kyle Watson", Lance has seen many an athlete grow and prosper in his system not only as baseball players but highlighting the need for strong character as a dominant factor. Knowing Pat better than just about anyone else, join us for their stories, his tips for up and coming athletes, and lots of talk about STL sports which - in our humble opinion - is one of the best and most underrated sports cities around!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Lance5:50 NIL/ transfers12:45 parenting v coaching22:20 working with kids32:10 STL sports spirit44:40 transitioning to business from coaching1:04:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we have yet another referral from our good friend Matt Kresko with Mike Lynn of Revolve Homebuyer! Mike's story starts off how many kids in STL's does - getting in trouble with the law. After being charger with burglary just at the end of high school, this would see Mike do 30 days in jail and five year on probation. He eventually would move south of the Lou and begin a long stint in sales and then pivot permanently to real estate where he is now a whiz of buying and selling. Mike's story is a great reminder that the Lou produces resilient people and whether its property, personal development, or building relationships - he's got a lot of value to share that we can all learn from!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Mike6:40 life after probation10:25 getting out of sales15:10 finding deals25:25 practicing discipline38:35 importance of a father figure43:30 reading material for personal development49:35 entrepreneurship1:03:40 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Straight outta NeuAge we are excited to be joined by Rocky Aliberti's right hand man Brad Warlick! Consistent with the same energy Rocky always brings to the show, Brad is humble, friendly, and full of stories. Join us as we talk about what it means to be a nomad, his career of playing and coaching hockey at multiple levels, and the ever expanding world of men's enhanced health when it comes to TRT, peptides, and more!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Brad3:15 what is home to a nomad?19:20 parenting coaching correlation30:00 meeting Rocky/NeuAge41:30 brad’s experience with men’s enhancements53:40 baptism at 421:18:25 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are excited to bring you STL sports Hall of Fame inductee and owner and operator of Chez Tequila Dimitri Sanchez! Dimitri was inspired after a trip to Mexico to start his own tequila brand and now three years later he is bring it to fruition! This all while being a dedicated husband and a new father of twins - Dimitri is trying to instill the same dedication and legacy his father did for him with his family liquor store. A great story and great tequila - make sure you check out Chez Tequila ASAP!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Dimitri/Chez Tequila12:35 fathering twins27:35 taste testing37:00 adaptability46:25 citizenship process59:50 mexican heritage1:09:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are so excited to bring you one of the most triumphant stories to come out of St. Louis with our new friend Yunis Abdalla! Spending time in his childhood in both south and north St. Louis, Yunis was no stranger to running with tough crowds and having to learn equally as tough lessons. This led to him being intentionally attacked by someone he thought was a friend and also hit by a stray bullet due to gang violence even after he left the street life. As a young father, he had to make a decision - either continue to work dead end jobs or follow a path to something more stable. Eventually this led him to our wonderful world of real estate where Yunis has established himself not only as a great agent for buying and selling, but keeping in line with his native culture - he's taken his wins and turned them into homes for his family members. An amazing story and great example for anyone looking for direction to turn their life around.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Yunis/stabbing and shot24:00 real estate beginnings34:10 scaling portfolio50:00 finding deals1:06:45 cultural differences between Kenya/US1:21:40 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

We are excited to bring back one of our favorite guests from the days in Zach's spare bedroom - Ryan Hansen! Ryan has lived a wild life of bodybuilding, bjj, and even had a stint on a reality dating show! With this second episode, we break down his injuries keeping him out of bjj, how he used his experience to stop a car jacker, and his opinion on the market now that he and Zach are both working with Compass Realty! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Follow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are excited to sit down with professional super cross rider/racer Carter Stephenson! Hailing from Rolla, MO - Carter has been riding ever since he was little and his father saw this passion and made the decision to invest in it long term. After an accident on a Harley broke his neck, Carter made the choice to step away from riding only for his fiancee' to remind him that his purpose is on bikes. Now a father and expecting a second little one soon, Carter's energy shines through in the way he speaks and the way his lifelong purpose is being passed down onto his kids!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Carter4:00 going pro in motocross12:00 misconceptions15:15 mental preparation29:50 how races work42:30 family46:25 equipment/setups54:10 advice for kids wanting to ride59:25 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFuINTRO: HYPERSPACE - BLUE STEEL

For the second time on the show we'd love to reintroduce you to the now current Adventure Unknown contemporary Josh Weisler! Josh has recently moved into our wonderful community and has been leaving his mark all over helping business owners shed the mentality of the past and step into the next level of their business lives as well as reaching new heights as a father and rediscovering his faith in a higher power.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 reintroducing Josh6:35 business relationship31:55 personal josh v professional josh57:30 faith1:11:00 message for your kidsFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are so excited to be sitting down with Kyle Fernandez of Elevate Real Estate here in STL! A friend of Matt Kresko's, Kyle's story is one of lots of falling down and getting back up as his early days in the business were spent trying to keep out of corporate America. Through many trials and tribulations Kyle was able to start his own firm whom have recorded up to 300 million in deals recently! A great guy with a lot of enthusiasm and lots of growth to share, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to take control of their own destiny and become the best man they can be for their loved ones!

In today's episode we are excited to be sitting down with Kari Eaker of Eaker's Family Barbershop located in Edwardsville, Illinois! Pat recently met Kari while on his trip to Vegas and knew she'd be a great fit for the show! Join us as we jump into her family business, her philosophy of traditional values in parenting, how she's changed her barbershop with the times, and also some of the craziest haircuts she's ever done!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Kari7:05 tough love13:20 how parenting relates to employing19:45 barbering v hairdressing28:00 relating to men as a female barber48:10 legacy and grandparents56:25 craziest haircutsFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are sitting down with Alec Wallingsford - a father, husband, and coach at the up and coming The Yard Gym location here in our local St. Louis area. Alec's journey is fueled by his faith and his desire to be the best man in his family's life. Join us as we talk on his position at The Yard, coaching youth sports, and how he developed a relationship with God in the mix of all of it!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Alec18:00 why personal training28:10 investing in the youth33:25 maturing as a father46:40 faith52:45 legacy1:00:40 advice for younger selfFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are back with another local real estate personality as our good friend Casey Samuels is sitting down with us from Fasterhouse Buyer's Club! Working alongside repeat guest Matt Kresko, Casey has made it his mission in life to secure motivated investors the capital needed to purchase the homes they desire to build long term wealth! We'll get into some of his biggest advices, some of the frequent mistakes investors make, as well as how he was saved in 2017 when he turned his life over in his faith to Jesus Christ.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Casey2:25 real estate investing9:25 hard money v private money14:30 finding deals26:19 biggest real estate mistakes29:30 STL men’s group53:20 balancing roles1:00:45 defining success1:04:50 faith1:13:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!

In today's episode we are pleased to be joined by EJ Sansone, the president of Sansone Build + Design here in St. Louis! One of six kids and a father of four himself, EJ has been raised in the quintessential STL upbringing - faith, sports, and a healthy respect for community. Not only is the head of a top notch company but he's also spent time as a city alderman in our local area. At this point in life when he's not running his business, his main priority is maximizing time with his family, enjoying seeing his kids become adult right before his eyes.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing EJ5:15 franchise building9:00 utilizing AI20:40 commercial vs residential24:50 being city alderman29:55 healthy ambition37:10 fatherhood44:50 mindset shifts as a father50:33 message for kids1:01:05 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode WE HAVE THE MEATS (pls don't sue us Arby's) because we have Chris Bolyard joining us from Bolyard's Meat & Provisions! Taking the utmost pride in sourcing his products as local as possible to ensure freshness, Chris has made a name for himself in the local STL cuisine/food scene. When he's not running this business he's quite literally running hundreds of miles as a competitive ultramarathon runner or, he's running his family unit as a husband and father of four. Whether you like great food or want to see how a winner balances roles in his life, this one is for you!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Chris/his butcher shop14:15 preparing live meat25:00 is cooking a science or an art?33:40 shopping local35:55 ultramarathons45:50 parenting four kids as a business owner52:20 homeschoolingFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

Today we are without Pat once again but our good friend Remington is filling in as we sit down with Robert Riley, the owner and operator of Coffee Culture in South County! Robert's story begins in souther California as a kid who was deep into the skater/surfer culture native to SoCal. Having come from a family that had no shortage of experience with the corrections system. Having fallen into the same cycle himself, his adult year would see him abusing drugs, alcohol, and spending time in federal prison himself. Upon release, he moved to STL and made an impact on the local communities by introducing narcan to help fight against overdoses and working with our local and state governments to make a real ding in our local epidemic. Now a father, grandfather, and owner of one of the best coffee shops in our local area, we are so proud to call Robert a pillar of our community and we know his story will impact you too!0:00 introducing Robert2:40 moving to STL post fed prison release21:05 different levels of treatment25:45 is addiction more mental or physical31:25 choosing sobriety36:15 starting the coffee shop50:20 opening second location1:02:10 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we have multiple guests on the show! Coming into to speak with us are Dave and Jess Sotelo with Innova Construction and filling in for Pat we have our good friend and multiple time guest Remington Knight! Dave and Jess met around the time of the pandemic when they saw their paths collide in St. Louis. Recognizing the amazing real estate market we have here, they decided to push all their chips into their own construction company and now are the proud owners of dozens of doors in our local area! Through trial and error and the right coaching, they've still yet to lose money on a deal and they give us all the fundamentals of how they've done it here!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Dave, Jess, and Remington (co-host)3:00 real estate10:30 flips14:30 worst deal ever done18:50 mentorship32:10 parenting38:55 teaching work ethic46:25 partnerships56:15 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are back with a duet between our two favorite guys hitting a deep Q&A about the future of our sons and how they grow up, how men rise or fall in a modern world, and how discipline impacts the company you keep as well as the money in your bank account! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!1:30 if your son became you10:05 income v quality of life15:20 modernity v manhood19:40 personal responsibility30:00 success v recognition33:50 bank account and discipline39:40 fatherhood is a leadership test46:20 living on the brink of panic50:35 discipline will cost you your friends59:20 raising men vs boysFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

We are so excited to be bringing back our good friend Rocky Aliberti for his second appearance on the show! One of our top 10 episodes of 2024, he's back to talk about his past experiences working in the local STL music industry, the growth and expansion of Neuage, how he's introducing AI into his business, and of course we get deep in the feels when we discuss being a father and how his relationship with his daughter has grown. We know he'll be back again, but until then this is a personal favorite episode of 2026 and we know you'll love it too! Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 musical background6:10 importance of spending time with family15:25 Neuage27:00 introducing AI in the workplace41:30 partnership with 1st Phorm49:00 outgrowing limiting beliefs1:15:55 message for his daughter1:18:20 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are so excited to sit down with Joey Zanaboni, a published author talking with us about his new book STL Sports for Kids as well as a broadcaster for our local STL City MLS team! This episode gets deep into our big town in a little city diving into topics like The Greatest Show on Turf, legendary Blues players that decided to continue their legacies locally after retiring, the chess and bowling hall of fames, and some detail that really taught us something even as lifelong locals!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Joey5:30 book writing process20:00 english literature teacher23:00 sports broadcasting36:00 hallmark moments in career43:25 influences/all time greats1:02:30 underrated STL superstars1:07:55 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are excited to sit down with Josh Sheppard - an Adventure Unknown member who is the head coach/owner and operator of Recalibrate & Gaining Ground Fitness and Performance! Josh made a hard decision to leave the world of teaching understanding that in order to fulfill one's dreams, he'd have to be all in. Now, 2000+ clients later Josh still seeks to educate the people that come to him in pursuit of the best versions of themselves, reminding us physical change without mental/emotional adjustment is only skin deep.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Josh12:55 quitting teaching, buying gym15:30 luck vs hard work23:45 health span v lifespan32:30 systems vs motivation40:00 recognizing patterns in clients47:25 coaching men v women52:20 paraidgm shifts1:05:20 marathon running1:13:05 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are excited to have back on Colin Parr! Colin is a black belt in bjj and one of our favorite instructors from Watson Martial Arts. He joins us today to break down his feelings on the fight game, how he dealt with putting it behind him, his philosophy when diversifying his grappling, meditation, and so much more!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing10:00 missing fighting16:05 advice for potential fighters24:25 fighting and emotions31:30 testosterone37:00 wanting to win vs needing to45:15 long term training50:45 mental toughness52:00 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are blessed to be sitting down with Dan Luig, a father, husband, podcaster of his own (Journey of a Christian Dad), and huge believer in the power of Christ. His story is one of struggle and redemption leaning heavily on the direction his faith has given him and how that has impacted all areas of his life. Whether you're a father, partner, entrepreneur, or sales person, Dan has a warm and loving perspective to share!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Dan/Dan’s podcast12:40 god’s timing25:15 how to read the Bible28:30 religious revival35:00 prioritizing life39:50 fatherhood58:10 power of community1:03:40 relationships vs disciplineFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu

In today's episode we are pleased to bring you another Adventure Unknown contemporary in our good friend Jeff Fillers! Jeff has a wild and crazy story that we can't wait for you to hear. A cyber security professional, Jeff had a run in with the law a few years back in Oregon before the cannabis industry was what it is today legally. This led to house arrest, a full blown prison stint, probation, and now years later he's living life on his terms and enjoying his freedom and prioritizing time with his family. Jeff's story reminds us that we are the sum of our decisions and that time is a resource we can't afford to take for granted.Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! We are on our way to 500 subs and we need all the support we can get!0:00 introducing Jeff/getting into cyber security11:05 cannabis industry in Oregon21:10 arrested experience24:00 house arrest34:45 before prison sentence39:10 prison45:30 accountability and prison post sentence53:00 felon.com1:06:15 misconceptions about prison1:23:35 TSGFollow us on IG!https://www.instagram.com/zach_fagas/https://www.instagram.com/stl_mortgagenerd/https://www.instagram.com/thedaily_murph/Follow TrueLine Media: https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/Use Code ZACHANDPAT for 10% CPTN Beard Co Orders!Check out Normal Brand:https://sldr.page.link/ZCYFu