In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, former MLB pitcher Josh Wall shares the remarkable story behind his transition from professional baseball to becoming a multi-business entrepreneur. From being drafted by the Los Angeles Dodger...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Stuart Gilly a contractor, business leader, and straight-shooting family man whose story is rooted in grit, gratitude, and doing things the right way. Stuart shares how growing up in ...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Coach Carey Ourso — former state championship baseball coach turned entrepreneur and author,  — to unpack the lessons that shaped his success on and off the field.C...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Jonah Fry, Owner and Creative Director of Lettuce Media, the production company behind this very podcast. Jonah shares his journey from making skate videos as a teenager...

In this episode, West down with Jenny Ruggerio, Executive Vice President of Finance at Enfra, to talk about leadership, technical accounting, and the power of empathy in management. From implementing ASC 606 to guiding her team through major ER...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Christy Baker, Employee Benefits Advisor at NFP, to talk about the power of persistence, networking, and authentic relationship-building in business. Christy shares her journey from l...

Born in the Dominican Republic and raised across the East Coast and Louisiana, Aldo Russo shares how adversity—from major sports injuries to 4:30 a.m. grind sessions—shaped his mindset as a firefighter, Apple alum, and now franchise owner in ho...

On this episode of Kickin Assets, Philip Ruiz traces his path from Baton Rouge kid and Cane’s shift lead to co-owner of Assured Flooring & Countertops—and why he “did the job before the title.” He digs into the early $450-a-week hustle, lan...

On this episode of Kickin’ Assets, David shares his path from college athlete to entrepreneur, and how he and his wife Marissa built Restoration One of East Baton Rouge into a thriving business. From the early days working out of their...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, TJ Woodard shares his journey from small-town Louisiana to becoming the co-owner of Prescriptions to Geaux in Baton Rouge. He talks about breaking away from corporate pharmacy life, building a deliver...

John sits down with Jonathan Starns—entrepreneur, developer, and connector—for a wide-ranging conversation on business, family, and the mindset behind building things that last. From his early days running real estate deals in college to launch...

Armand sits down with Ryan LaRussa, Producing Sales Manager at Synergy One Lending and a seasoned mortgage professional serving clients across multiple states. Ryan shares how two decades in the industry honed his client-focused mindset and wha...

John sits down with Caprice Cline, owner of Cypress Roofing, for a conversation about grit, growth, and what it takes to lead in a competitive industry. Caprice shares how she got her start, the lessons she’s learned running a business in a mal...

Armand sits down with Collis Temple III—former LSU basketball standout and son of civil rights trailblazer Collis Temple Jr.—for a deep conversation on legacy, leadership, and what it means to carry a name with weight. Collis reflects on the va...

Armand sits down with Mathew Laborde—founder and CEO of ELIFIN® Realty—for a sharp and honest conversation about ambition, leadership, and personal growth. Mat shares how he got his start in commercial real estate at 19, the mindset behind buil...

Join host John as he sits down with Jared Miguez, co-owner of Arena Collective—a business law firm and real estate title company. In this episode, Jared shares his journey, the mindset behind building and scaling a business, and the lessons he'...

John sits down with Dominic Luke—retired Pararescueman, entrepreneur, and performance coach—for a thoughtful and engaging conversation on growth, vulnerability, and the strength found in humility. Dominic shares the mindset shifts that have sha...

Join Armand as he sits down with Jordan and Lisa Tabor. Quickly after their sons passing, they created Rain Will Bring Flowers Foundation. Rain Will Bring Flowers Foundation is a non-profit that was founded in 2023. Their mission is to prevent ...

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