The Blitz July 2025
In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz.
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 6
We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast
The We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast is a monthly presentation co-hosted by nationally recognized experts and advocates Nicky Gacos and Terry Smith. Sponsored in part by the National Association of Blind Merchants, the podcast will focus on past, current, and future issues impacting the Randolph-Sheppard Program and blind entrepreneurs. Nicky and Terry will lead discussions on important topics and invite nationally acclaimed guests to share their perspectives. The ultimate goal is to promote blind entrepreneurship.
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Episodes
A Return to Nicky’s Bar and Grill
On this episode, Terry and Nicky have a drink and talk all things Randolph-Sheppard with some special guests.
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 5
The Tennessee Near Miss
In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite special guests from Tennessee to discuss legislation that threatened the priority in that state.
May 05, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 4
April 2025 Blitz: All the news that is the news
In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 3
A Lot Happening in DC
In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss everything going on in DC as it relates to Randolph-Sheppard. And it’s a lot
Feb 02, 2025•56 min•Season 4Ep. 2
January 2025 Blitz
In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz
Jan 01, 2025•57 min•Season 4Ep. 1
What would Jennings Randolph Say?
In this episode, Nicky and Terry use artificial intelligence to go back in time and interview Senator Jennings Randolph who sponsored the original Randolph-Sheppard Act in 1936. What would he think about the program today? Well, you will find out.
Dec 01, 2024•45 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Food Trucks Are Hare
In this episode, Terry and Nicky talk with Washington BEP Director about Jim Hemmen about that state’s first mobile vending facility.
Nov 03, 2024•47 min•Season 3Ep. 11
The Blitz October 2024
In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 10
The Planted Foot
This month Nicky and Terry welcome Stephen Shapiro, author of “Pivotal: Creating Stability in an UncertainWorld.” Learn how the planted foot helps you pivot in your business.
Sep 01, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 9
NAMA Now: What The National Automatic Merchandising Association Is Working On
In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome Matt Bisenius from NAMA’s Government Affairs Office to discuss legislative issues facing the convenience services industry.
Aug 02, 2024•47 min•Season 3Ep. 8
The Blitz, July 2024
In this episode, Nicky and Terry share all of the news that is the news when it comes to Randolph-Sheppard. Hear about the latest victories and setbacks, the Supreme Court decision that could impact blind entrepreneurs, industry trends, and more.
Jul 04, 2024•51 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Business Strategies for Blind Entrepreneurs
On this episode listeners will hear from Jimmy Newson, Founder and CEO of Moving Forward Small Business. Jimmy was one of the featured speakers at NABM’s BLAST Innovation 24 earlier this year in Orlando and received great reviews. Jimmy discusses the importance of planning for small businesses.
Jun 02, 2024•49 min•Season 3Ep. 6
A Creative Transition Program
In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss the new RSA guidance on initial stocks and supplies. Plus, you will hear from some high school kids participating in a unique vending training program at the Tennessee School for the Blind.
May 08, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 5
The April 2024 Blitz
This episode focuses on news related to Randolph Sheppard from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings.
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Innovation Is the Future
In this episode, Nicky and Terry recap NABM’s Innovation Conference, and listeners will hear from some of the terrific presenters.
Mar 13, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Just Talking All Things Randolph-Sheppard
This month, you can eavesdrop on a conversation between Terry and Nicky as they discuss everything Randolph-Sheppard. "
Feb 04, 2024•48 min•Season 3Ep. 2
The January 2024 Blitz
This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings.
Jan 01, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Examining the Military Exchanges and Randolph-Sheppard
In this episode, Attorney Lauren McLarney joins Terry and Nicky to discuss legal strategies in dealing with the conflict between military exchanges and Randolph-Sheppard. "
Dec 08, 2023•39 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Building Collaboration to Build a Better Program
This month Nicky is mad as Hell but puts that behind him and he and Terry discuss building collaboration with RSA.
Nov 14, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 10
The October 2023 Blitz
This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings.
Oct 01, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Nicky and Terry Unplugged
This month, Nicky and Terry do the show with no guests and discuss everything from their football picks to the dangers on the horizon for Randolph Sheppard.
Sep 01, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Vending Asset Management: A Deeper Dive
In this session, Terry and Nicky take a closer look at National Vending's Asset Management Program. Is this an idea whose time has come? "
Aug 01, 2023•53 min•Season 2Ep. 7
The Blitz is Back
The Blitz returns as part of the We R Randolph Sheppard Podcast. Catch up on the latest news and happenings from around the country.
Jul 01, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Blind Entrepreneurs Invade Atlanta for NAMA
In May, over 160 Randolph-Sheppard stakeholders attended the NAMA Show in Atlanta. Listeners will learn about the new and exciting things in the industry.
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 5
What Does It Take to Be an Effective SLA?
This month, Terry and Nicky and special guest Jesse Hartle discuss what it takes in today’s environment to be an effective SLA. And at long last, Terry reveals the Top 10 SLAs based on the scorecard developed by NABM.
May 05, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Jesse Hartle Unplugged
What do Randolph-Sheppard and Disney have in common? What can swamp land in Florida tell us about the future for blind entrepreneurs? Jesse Hartle has the answers. Tune in and get to know a different side of Jesse in his candid conversation with Nicky and Terry.
Apr 01, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Welcome Home Dee Jones
This week's special guest Dee Jones shares some of her life’s stories and gets a little philosophical.
Mar 01, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Micromarkets - Fact and Fiction
In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite a special guest and national expert Steve Closser to the show and dive deep into Micromarkets and the potential they have for blind entrepreneurs.
Feb 01, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Merry Christmas Randolph Sheppard
If Randolph-Sheppard could get one thing from Santa this Christmas, what would that gift be? Nicky and Terry will share their Christmas wishes for the Program, as will many other blind entrepreneurs. Background music via https://www.FesliyanStudios.com
Dec 07, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 11
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