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Concrete Mystique

Rick Lobdell, owner of Concrete Mystique, has an MFA in Painting from SCAD. He is known worldwide for his decorative concrete art. This is a podcast about all things art based. The main focus is decorative concrete, but there will be other artforms mixed in.

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01:51:00

Rocky France

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/10/05

Rocky France vs. ThePurist — Who's Actually Doing the Interview?What happens when two decorative concrete contractors sit down tointerview each other?Apparently, Rocky France decides he's the interviewer. 😂In this episode, Rick and Rocky turn the tables on each other—and Rockyends up asking Rick almost as many questions as Rick asks him. The result isone of the most unexpected, funny, and personal conversations we've had.We dig into Rick's journey through the concrete industry and

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01:29:26

Jesse Wendt

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/09/08

FROM A SMALL WISCONSIN FARM TO THE BIG LEAGUES OF SALESWhat happens when a kid from small-town Wisconsin grows up working hardon a farm, makes it all the way to professional football, and eventually findshimself running a career in the world of big business?Meet Jesse Wendt.Jesse is a manufacturer's representative working on 100% commission,representing multiple companies and product lines. But what does that actuallymean? How do you make a living when your paycheck depends entirely on

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01:50:27

Brian Mills, The Concrete Yedi

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/07/27

What does it take to walk away from the security of corporate America and bet everything on yourself?In one of our most personal and entertaining episodes yet, Brian Mills joins Rick Lobdell for an honest conversation about friendship, career changes, entrepreneurship, and the people who shape our lives.Brian shares his journey from climbing the ladder at a multi-billion-dollar corporation to making the life-changing decision to leave it all behind and build his own decorative concrete business

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02:18:35

Hudson Cox vs The Purist

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/07/13

What starts as a conversation about polyaspartics quickly turns into one of the funniest, most entertaining episodes we've recorded.Join Hudson Cox and Rick Lobdell as they kick things off by diving into Hudson's journey into decorative concrete, why he chose to specialize in flake flooring, and how a little mentoring helped shape his path in the industry.From there...the conversation goes completely off the rails—in the best possible way.We swap hilarious stories about hiring and firing

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02:05:32

Scott Brening

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/06/29

🚨 SCOTT BRENING🚨What happens when you put Scott Brening of Superior Innovations Inc. and Marshalltown in a room with Rick Lobdell, a few cocktails, and absolutely no filter?You get one of the funniest episodes we've ever recorded.Join us as we celebrate everything that's great about the decorative concrete industry—while hilariously poking fun at ourselves, our friends, and some of the quirky things that make this business unlike any other. From unforgettable jobsite stories to

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00:55:01

Isaiah Milbourn

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/06/22

An Unforgettable Conversation with Isaiah MilbournSome stories stay with you long after the conversation ends.In this episode, Captain T and the Purist sit down with one of the brightest young talents in decorative concrete, Isaiah Milbourn. While many people know Isaiah as a hardworking craftsman with a promising future, few know the road he traveled to get here.Isaiah opens up about a childhood spent in the foster care system, the challenges that shaped him, and the determination it took to build

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01:01:51

The Golden Pour Awards

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/05/18

This episode is packed with insight, innovation, and serious passion for the resinous flooring industry. Rick sits down with Eagle Kianes and Christopher Land to talk about the launch of something the industry has never seen before — The Golden Pour Awards. Eagle, co-founder of the competition, breaks down how this brand-new awards program is shining a spotlight on the absolute best resinous flooring projects from across the industry.From creativity and craftsmanship to the future of decorative

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01:30:22

Richard and Jenna Greenwalt

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/05/04

Over the last two episodes, I’ve had the chance to sit down with contractors who refuse to be boxed in—and this one might be the most creative yet. Richard and Jenna of Forged Ingrain don’t just work with concrete—they bring wood, metal, paint, and imagination together to create true, multi-medium art.In this episode, we dive deep into what it really means to live an artistic life—balancing creativity with the pressures of family, business, and everything in between. They pull back the curtain on

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01:20:47

Rick Thomas Concrete

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/04/20

This one’s an absolute must-listen.I sat down with Rick Thomas for a conversation that goes everywhere—in the best way possible. We dive into his rise on social media, the cutting edge of 3D-printed tools, his passion for fundraising, and even some great fishing stories. But the real standout? His deep roots in drag strip racing—a family legacy that goes all the way back to the 1960s.It’s high energy, full of stories, and packed with personality. Two Ricks, one mic—The Rick & Rick Show delivers

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01:05:43

Keith Duffy

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/04/16

Keith Duffy, owner of Kickass Concrete in Hawaii, joins Captain T and the Purist for a lively and unforgettable conversation. Fresh off his 3rd-place finish in the DCE 2026 Smackdown Competition, Keith shares what it’s really like to live and work as a decorative concrete contractor on the islands.From the challenges of pouring concrete in Hawaii to the unique lifestyle that comes with it, Keith brings energy, humor, and plenty of insight. He even calls back to memorable moments from past episodes,

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01:04:08

Austin Isbell, DCE 2026 Wheelbarrow World Champion

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/03/23

Captain T and the Purist sit down with the first ever Wheelborrow World Champion, Austin Isbell. We have a wild time full of drinking and laughter talking about our experiences during the Decorative Concrete Expo in Canton, Ohio a couple weeks ago. You don't want to miss the chaos of this episode!

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00:55:58

Luis Lugo, DCE 2026 Smackdown Champion

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/03/21

Captain T and the Purist interview the undisputed Decorative Concrete Expo Smackdown Champion, Luis Lugo.

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01:22:28

DCE Smackdown Runner up Cody Bennington

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/03/18

Captain T and the Purist sit down with Cody Bennington and Nick Tortorici and talk about how close the loss was in the Smackdown competition that happened at the Decorative Concrete Expo in Canton, Ohio.

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01:56:16

DCE Post Show 2026 with Captain T and the Purist,...

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/03/13

Captain T and the Purist breakdown all the greatest moments of the Decorative Concrete Expo at the Football Hall of fame in Canton, Ohio. Jeff Hershberger joins the duo and gives behind the scenes details about the smackdown, wheelbarrow race, and so much more.

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01:26:27

Decorative Concrete Expo Super Fan Preview Show

Concrete Mystique ·

2026/02/12

Tony Rinaldo and I cover everything you need to know about The Decorative Concrete Expo in Canton, Ohio, happening February 26th and 27th. We dive into all the details about the contestants in the Smackdown competition and much more. Hear our predictions on who will take home the Smackdown championship!

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00:25:52

#24: Rachel Knigge

Concrete Mystique ·

2025/10/13

This is a quick interview with Rachel Knigge Bruce, soon to be Knigge Hogan. Rachel owns FloorMaps Inc and is one of the top stencil designers in decorative concrete history. She stopped in Nashville to save me on a vertical stencil design I was working on for a competition. Check out this quick interview and learn more about the complexities of stencil designs.Check out:https://floormapsinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/FLOORMAPSINC

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01:14:24

#23: ASCC Annual Conference 2025

Concrete Mystique ·

2025/09/15

Rick and Jeff are judges for the Decorative Concrete Council awards. They break down some of the difficult decisions that had to make during the judging process. Chris just won his first award, so we get an inside look at both being a judge and the feeling of winning your first award.

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01:07:09

#22: Nothing but Lies with Ryan Samford

Concrete Mystique ·

2025/05/08

Ryan and I have a candid conversation about working together on projects, moisture issues that can happen, and how to address warranty questions.check out:https://www.facebook.com/ResinousFlooringSupplySoutheastwww.rfsepoxyflooringnashville.com

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01:31:01

#21: Super Fan, Tony Rinaldo

Concrete Mystique ·

2025/04/06

Tony is one of the nicest guys I have ever had the privilege to get to know. He has been a huge advocate of both Deco Crete and me. I could not resist bringing a super fan on the show. Check it out!www.trinaldoconcrete.comhttps://www.facebook.com/trinaldoconcrete

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02:41:25

#20: Friday Shots with Jeff Kirt!

Concrete Mystique ·

2025/03/30

For the last year, Jeff Kirt and I have been celebrating Fridays by calling each other and having a shot together. This interview is exactly what a Friday night is like with Jeff and me. Join us while we talk about creativity, attention to detail, and a heartfelt conversation about his best friend Dion Battles, who died from Covid. This video is full of non-stop talking interrupted by laughter and shots. Check it out!

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