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Real Conversations

24 year old entrepreneur and ultra runner Jacob O"Connor shares his real conversations with successful entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and other high performers. To date I"ve interviewed 300+ incredible folks such as: The Co Founder of Netflix, Co Founder of Under Armour, Andy Frisella, Chris Pronger, Dan Fleyshman, Olympic / Pro athletes, CEOs, etc.

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00:29:52

#40 Paul Richardson- Scaling Gymshark from $4.5M to...

Real Conversations ·

2023/03/06

Paul Richardson is a British businessman and entrepreneur. He was instrumental in scaling Gymshark from $4.5M to $1B+ and served as a shareholder and Executive Chairman. He is the former co-owner of AllSaints and is the current owner of the streetwear brand, HERA. HERA has been worn by the likes of celebrities including Hailey Bieber, NBA players, and other household names. In this episode, Paul shares how he started in entrepreneurship with City Waste, exited, worked with Gymshark, bought HERA, and

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00:54:02

#39 Rob Gerlach- Gamifying Law School & The...

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2023/02/27

Rob Gerlach is one of the smartest people I know and is a good friend of mine. He's a registered Patent Attorney, Intellectual Property aficionado, and the Executive Director of Technology Transfer and Commercialization at Wichita State University. What fascinates me the most about Rob is the rate at which he consumes information-- he reads so many books and listens to so many podcasts-- with a level of efficiency that is mind-boggling. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It

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00:49:22

#38 Jon Peterson- 2023 Goals & Max Bench

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2023/02/20

In this episode, Jon Peterson shares his two year journey of working towards his max bench along with actionable steps for how he got there. Jacob and Jon also discuss some of their goals for 2023. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/ Jon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejonpete

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00:27:37

#37 Josh Belinksy- Founder of Slate Milk, Shark Tank,...

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2023/02/13

In this episode, Jacob is joined by Josh Belinksy, Co Founder of Slate Milk. Slate Milk is a better-for-you protein-rich chocolate milk that is quickly becoming more and more popular. Josh shares how he got started in entrepreneurship, the grind of taking an idea to market, caddying for a billionaire, and raising $10.5M. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Josh's Instagram:

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00:34:31

#36 Evan O'Connor- 1st Place Ultramarathon Finish,...

Real Conversations ·

2023/02/06

In this highly-caffeinated episode, Evan shares his Ultramarathon experience (Oklahoma Gravel Growler) from this past weekend where he took 1st place (55k, 36 miles). The remarkable thing about Evan's victory is this was only his 3rd ultramarathon. He talks about the experience, training, and focuses on the importance of optimizing recovery. We dive deep into zone 2 cardio, ice baths, and saunas. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a

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00:31:33

#35 Jordan DeCicco- Dropping Out to start Super...

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2023/01/30

In this episode, Jacob reconnects with Jordan DeCicco-- the the Founder of the #3 bottled coffee brand in the US, Super Coffee. Jordan was a D1 basketball player in Philadelphia when he dropped out to launch Super Coffee. 7 years later and Jordan has been on Shark Tank, the company has raised $150M+ from investors like: Alex Rodriguez, Aaron Rodgers, Jennifer Lopez and removed more than 10,000,000 pounds of sugar from the American diet. This episode is one of my favorites-- you won't want to miss

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01:42:46

#34 Grant Johnson (Part 2)- College Dropout,...

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2023/01/23

Grant Johnson is a college dropout, inventor, and is Koch Industries youngest employee ever at 19 years old. In this episode, we discuss overcoming limitations, what makes Grant tick, maximizing your time, ChatGPT, AI after death, and a lot of other things. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Grant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grant._.johnson/ Jacob's Instagram:

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00:46:41

#33 I Failed a 100 Mile Ultra Marathon

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2023/01/19

After a month of not uploading due to a tonsillectomy, your favorite podcast is back. In this episode of Real Conversations, Jacob O'Connor recaps his 100 mile ultramarathon experience. The Shippey 100 is a 100 mile race with 14,000ft of elevation ascent and some of the toughest trails in Missouri. Jacob details his setbacks, lack of training, and the race itself. He ended up completing 63.5 miles in 22 hours-- a new distance and time personal best for him (previously 50 miles and 11 hours). He will

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00:59:29

#32 Ridge Estes- D1 Athlete, Absolute Beast with an...

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2022/12/19

From being over weight to losing 150+ lbs to slowing building it all back in muscle, Ridge Estes is a prime example of hard work and dedication. Ridge is a D1 thrower at Wichita State University and is on course to join the USA Olympic team. He regularly eats 6,000+ calories per day, squats 685lbs x 4, has a max bench of 470lbs all while maintaining a 50 inch box jump vertical and athletic physique.We cover a lot in this episode-- you're going to want to listen to it all. If you enjoyed this episode

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00:47:25

#31 Sydney McKinney- Team USA, Leading the Nation in...

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2022/12/12

Sydney McKinney is a softball player at Wichita State University where she holds three records, including leading the nation in batting average last season (.522). Last summer Syd played for the Women's National Team (Team USA) in Japan for the All-Star Series. In this episode, we discuss her success in softball, the pressure to perform at a high level, painting, iron lungs, and many other topics. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a

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00:45:49

#30 Evan O'Connor- 50 Mile Ultramarathon Recap,...

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2022/12/05

Evan O'Connor comes to the studio to recap his 50 mile ultramarathon experience. Evan is Jacob's cousin and they ran the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler together. He is a wildland firefighter (Wyoming Hotshot), farmhand on the family farm, and beginning to dabble in the world of ultramarathons. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot. https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/ Evan's

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00:54:24

#29 Jacob's 50 Mile Ultramarathon Recap

Real Conversations ·

2022/11/21

In this episode of Real Conversations, Jacob O'Connor recaps his 50 mile ultramarathon experience. About 5 weeks ago, he signed up for an Ultra, and after getting sick was only able to train for about 3 weeks. He went from essentially not running at all, to completing his first 50 miler. Prior to this, the furthest competitive race he had ever done was a 5 mile Thanksgiving Turkey Trot. He recounts in detail his training regimen, nutrition, recovery and the race experience. If you enjoyed this

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01:09:45

#28 Bryce Lob- Founder of Una Vida Tequila & El Trago

Real Conversations ·

2022/11/14

Bryce Lob is the Founder and Owner of Una Vida Tequila and El Trago and one of the hardest workers I know. Bryce shares how he started Una Vida, the effort necessary to make it a success, and a wide range of other topics including ultra running, which has been a common theme lately. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate, and review it: https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Bryce's Instagram: www.instagram.com/brycelob Jacob's Instagram:

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00:29:19

#27 Kieran O'Brien- Selling his Tech Startup at 23...

Real Conversations ·

2022/11/07

Kieran O'Brien is a 23 year old entrepreneur and founder of the newly acquired tech company, Media Kits. Kieran and Jacob discuss entrepreneurship, their shared interest in competing in an Ironman race, thoughts on Facebook and Snapchat, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing, rating, and reviewing it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Follow Jacob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc Follow Kieran on

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00:57:43

#26 Training for 50 miles, Elon Buys Twitter, No...

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2022/10/31

This episode is a big milestone-- it's our first video podcast. We're experimenting with some new features, so if you're on Spotify or YouTube, you should be able to watch this episode! In this episode, Jacob and Jon give life updates, discuss ultra marathons, Elon Musk purchasing Twitter, no shave November, and a whole lot more. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Follow Jacob on

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00:47:47

#25 Jennifer Strong McConachie- Ultrarunner,...

Real Conversations ·

2022/10/17

Jennifer Strong McConachie has been competing in triathlons for as long as she can remember. She eventually ventured into marathons, ultramarathons (any race over 26.2 miles), mountaineering, adventure racing and much more. She has a resume full of feats that most could not fathom even attempting-- from running 100 miles to escaping Alcatraz in the frigid cold San Francisco water. We cover a lot in this episode-- if you'd like to learn more, check out her book here. If you enjoyed this episode,

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01:03:51

#24 Grant Johnson- College Dropout, Inventor, &...

Real Conversations ·

2022/10/03

This episode features Grant Johnson, a 19 year old college dropout, self-taught coder, who is Koch Industries youngest employee ever. In this episode, Grant shares his story of learning to code at 17, some of the cool projects he's worked on, being intramural basketball champs with Jacob, and a plethora of other topics. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Connect with Grant on

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01:04:39

#23 Joe Holthusen- Wichita State Athlete,...

Real Conversations ·

2022/09/19

This episode features Joseph Holthusen, a division one athlete for Wichita State University and a former All-American hurdler. In this episode, Joe and Jacob discuss the rigger of being a D-I athlete, Joe's journey into entrepreneurship, and a whole lot of other topics (like the Titanic). If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Connect with Joe on Instagram:

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00:45:50

#22 Dave Cunningham- 33 Marathons, Ultras, & Triathlons

Real Conversations ·

2022/09/12

Dave Cunningham is an entrepreneur (Founder of Flint Hills Group) and former marathoner. Dave went from a track drop-out to running 33 marathons, an ultra, and a triathlon over a 16 year period. He shares his inspiring story and they discuss the great challenge of running and Dave offers insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832 Connect with Dave on LinkedIn:

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00:18:21

#21 Rob Gerlach, Jon Peterson, and Jacob O'Connor-...

Real Conversations ·

2022/08/22

In this experimental episode, Rob Gerlach (Executive Director of Tech Transfer & Commercialization at Wichita St.) interviews Jacob and Jon. They spend the majority of the time recounting their recent trip to Dallas, meeting the Feather Weight Champion, and being in a commercial. Keep an eye out for an Interview with Rob Gerlach being released in the upcoming weeks. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link:

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