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Knowledgecast

Welcome to Knowledgecast, a podcast hosted by Jack Williams. Knowledgecast is all about learning applicable leadership knowledge and how to be a positive influence in the lives of others from top leaders across the country including coaches, mentors, entrepreneurs, business executives, former professional athletes, and more. As we always say on Knowledgecast, until next time, make it your goal to be a positive influence in the lives of others. Learn more about Knowledgecast at

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44:12

Always Courageous with Lt. Paul Carothers

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2023/11/14

In this episode, Jack welcomes Lt. Paul Carothers of the U.S. Navy. Paul is a 2020 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, where he also was captain of the Navy football team. He is currently an information warfare officer based in Hawaii. Paul was a part of Jack’s IDEALS Leadership School years ago as well. In his conversation with Jack, Paul details his life as a part of the U.S. Navy, his time at the Naval Academy playing football, and suffering tragedy in the sudden passing of his father while he

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22:19

Having the Drive with Rusty Strawn

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2023/11/07

In this episode, Jack welcomes Rusty Strawn. Rusty is the CEO of Strawn and Company, a family-owned independent insurance agency. He’s a graduate of Georgia Southern, where he played golf on two conference championship teams and was all-conference for two years. In 2022, Rusty was named the U.S. Amateur Golf Senior Player of the Year. In his conversation with Jack, Rusty shares about running a family-owned business as well as how he has been able to balance that while still pursuing his passion for

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26:09

Why You Need A Coach with Lamar Thomas

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2023/10/31

In this episode, Jack welcomes Lamar Thomas. Lamar is currently the principal at Delta Innovative School in Quitman, Georgia. Prior to that, he was a graduation coach and assistant football and basketball coach at Brooks County High School. Lamar shares about alternative education and what it’s like to offer innovative education programs to make sure all types of students can succeed. In his time teaching, leading a school, and coaching, Lamar has seen the importance of needing a coach. According to

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23:51

Pursuing the Entrepreneurial Path with Sean Murphy

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2023/10/24

In this episode, Jack welcomes Sean Murphy. Sean is a serial entrepreneur who has spent over 25 years in the IT industry. He was one of three partners who launched Campus Systems, one of the world's largest independent resellers of pre-owned enterprise computer systems. Sean then co-founded Optima Solutions, which he later sold to Soft Choice Corp., and co-founded Corus360, which was later sold to Converge Technology. Sean's last entrepreneurial venture was Procurri, in which he served as

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39:18

The Balanced Leader With Bronco Mendenhall (Part 2)

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2023/10/17

In this episode, Jack welcomes back Bronco Mendenhall. Bronco spent 17 years as a college head football coach, 11 at Brigham Young University and 6 at the University of Virginia. During his time as a head coach, he saw tremendous success on the field. His approach to coaching, though, has a different perspective than most college coaches in that he believes in holding his players to a high standard of accountability in all areas of their lives, not just football. Jack and Bronco’s conversation in

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34:00

The Balanced Leader With Bronco Mendenhall (Part 1)

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2023/10/10

In this episode, Jack welcomes Bronco Mendenhall. Bronco spent 17 years as a college head football coach, 11 at Brigham Young University and 6 at the University of Virginia. During his time as a head coach, he saw tremendous success on the field. His approach to coaching, though, has a different perspective than most college coaches in that he believes in holding his players to a high standard of accountability in all areas of their lives, not just football. Jack and Bronco’s conversations detail

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35:29

Overcoming with Ryan Cain

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2023/10/03

In this episode, Jack welcomes Ryan Cain. Ryan is the president of the Spero Group, a management company that specializes in operating behavioral health companies and addiction treatment centers. He's the founder of the Nashville Recovery Center and is currently the executive director of Fund Recovery. Ryan also is the former president of the Hall of Fame Health Organization. Ryan has an incredible personal story that led him to impact thousands of people in their families who are suffering from

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25:34

The Changing Gameplan in Life with David Pollack

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2023/09/26

In this episode, Jack welcomes David Pollack to Knowledgecast. David was a three-time All-American football player at the University of Georgia and went on to be the 17th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals. After his professional football career was cut short due to injury, David went on to become an ESPN college football analyst for 15 years and was also a member of the Emmy-award-winning College Gameday for 12 years. Jack and David discuss his football career from

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32:05

Pathways Through Business and Life With Bert Thornton...

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2023/09/19

In this episode, Jack welcomes back Bert Thornton. Bert is currently the Vice Chairman Emeritus of Waffle House. He previously served as President and CEO of leading Waffle House in their greatest time of growth. He’s more infamously known on the Waffle House menu as the Bert behind Bert’s Chili. He is also the author of two nationally acclaimed books, “Find an Old Gorilla: Pathways Through The Jungle of Business and Life” and “High Impact Mentoring: A Practical Guide to Creating Value in Other

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22:55

Pathways Through Business and Life With Bert Thornton...

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2023/09/12

In this episode, Jack welcomes Bert Thornton. Bert is currently the Vice Chairman Emeritus of Waffle House. He previously served as President and CEO of leading Waffle House in their greatest time of growth. He’s more infamously known on the Waffle House menu as the Bert behind Bert’s Chili. He is also the author of two nationally acclaimed books, “Find an Old Gorilla: Pathways Through The Jungle of Business and Life” and “High-Impact Mentoring: A Practical Guide to Creating Value in Other

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21:46

Being an Effective Communicator with Jack Williams

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2023/05/23

In this thirteenth and final episode of our fourth season, Jack talks about how to be an effective communicator as a leader. Communication skills are one of two traits that Jack believes are critical for every leader to have. Jack expands his thoughts on communication by focusing on the two components: listening and speaking. Listen to this episode with Jack for valuable insight into how to be an effective communicator and strengthen your communication skills as a leader.Learn more about Jack along

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30:14

An Insider's View into the World of Political...

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2023/05/16

In the twelfth episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Alex Williams. Alex is a graduate of the University of Mississippi with a degree in public policy leadership and two minors in history and intelligence and security studies. His career has spanned economic development, legislative affairs, and political campaigns, and he has as been involved in multiple campaigns at the governor, attorney general, and U.S. Senate levels. Alex currently serves as the Director of Workforce at the Rome Floyd

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26:54

Running Life’s Relay Race with Earl Young

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2023/05/09

In the eleventh episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Earl Young. Earl was a 1960 Olympian who won a gold medal as part of the USA 4x400 relay team. In 2012, Earl faced a tough opponent off the track when he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia and began his search for a bone marrow donor. Since finding a donor in Germany and having a successful experience, he has been campaigning through his organization to encourage people to become donors and promote donor awareness. Listen

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25:21

A College Football Journey Made for the Hall of Fame...

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2023/05/02

In the tenth episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Joe Hamilton. Joe’s the former quarterback of Georgia Tech. While a player there, some of his greatest accomplishments included being named the ACC Player of the Year, NCAA Quarterback of the Year, and finished second in the voting for the Heisman award. Joe is a member of the Georgia Tech Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame. Joe went on to play several years in the NFL and was a member of the Tampa Bay Super Bowl

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26:53

Building Success in Real Estate with Jim Baker

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2023/04/25

In the ninth episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Jim Baker. Jim is the founder of Baker and Lassiter and has spent his entire career in the real estate industry. Being a native of Hapeville, GA, Jim has played a key role in the growth of the Atlanta area through his numerous real estate development projects. He also has been involved with state politics and served on the Atlanta Homebuilders Board until he moved from the residential end of the commercial sector real estate. Listen to this

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19:48

Your Darkest Days Can Lead to a Brighter Future with...

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2023/04/18

In the eighth episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Michy Morillo. Michy is an author, youth coach, and wildly successful keynote speaker (despite her rough start in life). Michy was once a delinquent teenager and got kicked out of high school. But she didn't let that stop her! After serving time in the juvie justice system and honing her skills in graphic design, Michy went on to have a smashing 20-year career. Now, Michy is using her unique experiences to help other young people who

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23:01

Living Life On and Off the Court with Phil Ford

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2023/04/11

In the seventh episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Phil Ford. Phil is a former NBA player. While in college, Phil was a three-time All-American for the University of North Carolina basketball team. After college, Phil was the number two pick in the NBA draft and was also named the NBA Rookie of the Year. During their conversation, Jack and Phil talk about Phil’s experience playing under legendary basketball coach, Dean Smith, during his time with North Carolina’s basketball team. Phil

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37:24

Making an Impact as a Business Leader with David Dorman

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2023/04/04

In the sixth episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with David Dorman. David served as the Director of CVS Health for sixteen years and also as Chairman of the Board of CVS Health for 11 years. Before CVS Health, he began his career in telecommunications with Sprint and then later became the Chairman, President, and CEO of Pacific Bell Telephone. In 1999, he then became president of AT&T and was later elected Chairman and CEO of AT&T. Along with his roles in these companies, David has

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23:48

Serving and Leading the Community Today and Tomorrow...

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2023/03/28

In the fifth episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Chuck Warbington. Chuck has served in multiple roles within community service over the years and currently serves as the City Manager of the City of Lawrenceville, GA. Jack and Chuck reminisce on Chuck’s time at Georgia Tech and being a part of the 1990 National Championship football team for Georgia Tech. Moving along in his journey, Chuck details his entry into the world of community service and how community improvement and development

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28:46

Better Connecting the World & Giving Back as an...

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2023/03/21

In the fourth episode of our fourth season, Jack speaks with Jean Marie Richardson. Jean Marie is the President and CEO of iFOLIO and a Georgia Tech alumna. Prior to founding iFOLIO, Jean Marie developed products and grew businesses at Oracle, Microsoft, and MasterCard. Jean Marie incorporated iFOLIO in 2016. Today iFOLIO has customers, business partners, capital, patents, trademarks, and helps companies and users go digital with communications. While Jack and Jean Marie discuss her entrepreneurship

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