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The Ryan Bethea Show

The most prominent and interesting people answer deep questions about life, success, family and faith. All by a crackling fire. The first ever mobile campfire studio podcast filmed in our shuttle that travels the nation in search of the best interviews.
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Laura Osnes, Tony Nominated Broadway Star Shares Her Story

Laura Osnes is a singer, songwriter and Tony nominated broadway star. Fresh off the heels of first new music release in some time, Laura joins us by the fire to talk about her incredible journey to living out her childhood dream.

Dec 08, 202243 minEp. 44

This Underwear Mogul Built The Biggest Brand On Tiktok

8:32- The Nike Branding Deal Story 19:38- Creative Marketing Ideas 26:01- The Hustle- Pretending to be a sales rep from Vans 40:32 - When the funding fell through last minute 43:37 - Biggest misstep

Nov 03, 20221 hrEp. 42

Going Viral on Tiktok With Kevin Lawson

Kevin Lawson has accrued almost 5 million "confirmations" (Not followers) to his Tiktok account by encouraging and offering genuine hope to people around the world. He was nice enough to sit down and share some of his best lessons with us.

Sep 24, 202242 minEp. 41

Jonathan Isaac on Taking a Stand

NBA Star and Best Selling Author Jonathan Isaac joins us to talk about his life changing decision.

Jun 16, 202233 minEp. 35

Best Selling Author James Rollins Never Took Writing Classes

NYT Best Selling Author Jim Rollins was a successful Veterinarian, who in between neutering cats and dogs harbored a deep desire to be a fiction writer. On his noisy lunch breaks filled with parakeets and snakes hissing, he managed to sit down and author incredible fiction. Jim has some unconventional advice for our listeners and famously, never took a single writing class in his life. Jim Rollins has had an amazing run that is just getting started. He is the author of the Sigma Force series and...

May 19, 202242 minEp. 32

Hunting Ted Bundy and Life in the FBI with Kathleen McChesney

Former Executive Assistant Director of the FBI and lead detective of the infamous Ted Bundy case, Kathleen McChesney has had a career to envy. We get a rare sit down with one of the most accomplished women in law enforcement history.

May 06, 202250 minEp. 31

Relational Thriving with Wildly Popular Psychotherapist Matthias Barker

Matthias Barker has blown up on the internet and for a good reason. The Psychotherapist offers crazily insightful, poignant and meaningful content in bite sized bits on IG and TikTok. He has popularized content that helps people process grief, anxiety, doubts and learn new strategies for thriving in their relationships and family. He's remarkably well read and a quick listen will show you why this man has millions of followers.

Apr 14, 202257 minEp. 29

TravisMathew CEO Shares His Most Important Lessons

Ryan Ellis was employee number 1 and now finds himself as CEO of one of the fastest growing and hottest companies in America, TravisMathew. Recently signing Chris Pratt as their ambassador the brand has rocketed in growth over the last decade and is a staple of not just golf but apparel everywhere.

Apr 07, 202233 minEp. 28

Legendary Author Joe Lansdale Says Writing Isn't Tough

22:57- 23:47- I get up in the morning 26:49 - 28:00 - We're full of stories 29:21 - 30:38 - I starting writing less. Sometimes less is more. 32:39 - 33:44 - I start at my best and it's all downhill from there. 40:25 - 41:22- I don't plot. It wouldn't be fun. I'm not a machine

Apr 01, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 27

Unleashing Your Inner Author with NYT Bestseller Gregg Hurwitz

Gregg Is a prolific writer and shares with us numerous lessons from his now decades long career. In this episode we will hear Why Shakespeare is amazing and relevant to all authors today Gregg's process for writing How Jordan Peterson actually officiated his wedding. What Gregg thinks is the solution to a lot of issues we face as a country.

Mar 03, 202253 minEp. 24

Matt Leinart Gets Real About NFL, USC Glory Years, and The Future of College Football

They were the best of times. USC Football Legend and Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart joins us by the campfire and gets real about life after the NFL. The Trojan champion shares his lessons learned, what life was like during those incredible championship years and what it was like playing for Pete Carroll as a USC Trojan. Matt was even in a music video with The Game. At the time the Trojans were THE football team in Los Angeles and the toast of the town with celebrities like Snoop Dog and Will...

Feb 24, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 23

The rise of esports and how to be a pro gamer with Mike Rufail

Mike Rufail is a pioneer in the gaming world having founded one of the most successful esports franchises in the world in Team Envy. Mike shares what it takes to be a pro gamer, the exciting things they are doing in Dallas, and a vision for the future of esports. Show notes 12:30 - What it Takes to be great. 14:21 - how to become an E-gamer 22:21 - physical training can help improve cognitive thinking if done 30 minutes before a match 27:43 what to eat and what to avoid eating 29:42 - The buildi...

Dec 16, 202138 minEp. 19

An Interview With Our Favorite Ghostbuster and Iconic Actor Ernie Hudson

Sometimes we can't camp together in person so we have to take it to Zoom. Ernie Hudson joined us by a remote campfire to share his journey and wisdom. And yes, that Crackling you here is the sound of a fire. 3:46 : Ernie describes his experience with not being able to get roles after Ghostbusters. 10:32 – 13:23 - Ernie goes over his relationship with the cast of Ghostbusters as well as their personalities and what it was like to work with them. 29:40 – 31:16 - Huey Lewis Lawsuit 39:28 – 42:27 Er...

Nov 18, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 18

Madi Prewett on Faith, Fame and Being Made For Moments

Author and Bachelor Star Madison Prewett shares her journey to the Bachelor and beyond. Madison was a great sport and let us ask her some tough questions about reconciling faith and going on the reality series. She discusses her new book, Made for this Moment and the lessons learned along the way.

Nov 11, 202153 minEp. 17

Bubba Watson Shares His Ups and Downs

00:06:21:21 - Ted Scott comes to Bubba and says may need to make a change 00:08:12:00 - Why does Bubba ask for Kevin Durant's shoes? 18:55-20:50 Ben Crane introduces to Ted Scott 00:33:56:18 - Going on PGA TOUR 00:35:47:18 - Accountability on Tour 00:37:22:13 - Hard to balance family and being an athlete? 00:44:05:20 - Bubba's headspace during matches 00:49:15:10 - Internet is not always True- 00:50:44:23 - Bubba doesn't believe Age is the end of performance...

Nov 04, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 16

Kathie Lee Gifford Gets Real About Faith And Family

There are extroverts and then there is Kathie Lee Gifford. The notorious KLG as we affectionately call her, is the legendary and Emmy award winning Television host who helped America wake up to inspiration, laughs and love for over three decades. From Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee, to the TODAY show, she has been a fixture of culture and one of the most respected media personalities around. If all that weren't enough, she is a best selling author, actress, director, and singer. Buckle up as we...

Oct 28, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 15
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