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Oct. 13, 2025

BONUS EPISODE - #5 Hot Nugs Conversation with Emily Francis for Mayor…

Emily Francis is a candidate for Fort Collins Mayor, and joined me for the fifth episode of our Hot Nugs Conversations - a collaboration between LoCo Think Tank , Matador Mexican Grill , Old Town Spice Shop , and The LoCo Exp...

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Oct. 10, 2025

BONUS EPISODE - Hot Nugs Conversation with Scott Van Tatenhove For Ma…

Scott VanTatenhove is a candidate for Fort Collins Mayor, and joined me for the fourth of our Hot Nugs Conversations - a collaboration between LoCo Think Tank , Matador Mexican Grill , Old Town Spice Shop , and The LoCo Exper...

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Oct. 4, 2025

BONUS EPISODE - #3 Hot Nugs Conversation with Tricia Canonico for May…

Tricia Canonico is a candidate for Fort Collins Mayor, and joined me for the third of our Hot Nugs Conversations - a collaboration between LoCo Think Tank , Matador Mexican Grill , Old Town Spice Shop , and The LoCo Experienc...

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Oct. 1, 2025

BONUS EPSIODE - #2 Hot Nugs Conversation with Adam Eggleston For Mayo…

Adam Eggleston is a candidate for Fort Collins Mayor, and joined me for the second of our Hot Nugs Conversations - a collaboration between LoCo Think Tank , Matador Mexican Grill , Old Town Spice Shop , and The LoCo Experienc...

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Sept. 27, 2025

EXPERIENCE 240 | Keep Your Burritos Local with Paul Michaelson, Owner…

Paul Michaelson left an early stage financial planning career track soon after graduating from CSU to launch a 2-location Taco Del Mar franchise in Fort Collins, in partnership with his brother-in-law. When the franchisor pr...

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Sept. 20, 2025

EXPERIENCE 238 | Voluntary Suffering for Personal Growth, Trust, Neur…

In this episode of The Loco Experience podcast, I reconnected with Clint Jasperson , the Founder of Purpose Driven Wealth with Thrivent Financial. Clint was my guest on Episode 67 of The LoCo Experience - way back in June of...

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Sept. 13, 2025

EXPERIENCE 237 | Walk in Faith with Kyle Speller - Public Address Ann…

Kyle Speller has been the voice of the Denver Nuggets , Team Chaplain, and Community Ambassador for over 2 decades. He’s the Founder of KSG Voice, a Middle School Counsellor and Athletic Director at Global Village Academy in...

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Sept. 6, 2025

EXPERIENCE 236 | Inspirational Compassion and Following God’s Call w…

I met Roxy Tines-Brewton back in 2021, when I emcee’d the “Ordinary Extraordinary Awards” organized by the amazing Ann Baron and her Northern Colorado Community organization for several years, recognizing the behind-the-scene...

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Aug. 30, 2025

EXPERIENCE 235 | Unlocking Potential: The Integrative Coaching Approa…

Welcome to another episode of the Loco Experience Podcast. On today's show, I sat down with Jordan Bonifas, founder of Bonifas Coaching. We kicked things off with some bourbon tasting, comparing Fort Collins’ own Mobb Mountain Distillers and Kentucky’s Basil Hayden, before diving into Jordan's jour…

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Aug. 23, 2025

EXPERIENCE 334 | Catalyzing Growth at any Stage and any Age with Brad…

In this episode, I welcomed Brad Cooper , the CEO of Catalyst Coaching 360 . His was my favorite talk from the Founded in FoCo event last spring, and I was more than pleased to bring his extensive knowledge to share with our...

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Aug. 16, 2025

EXPERIENCE 233 | The Character and Evolution of a Planner - Jesse Jor…

In this episode of The Loco Experience podcast, I had a far-ranging conversation with Jesse Jorgensen , a Partner in Foresight Financial Group . We discussed his early career and evolution, including his path to partnership ...

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Aug. 9, 2025

EXPERIENCE 232 | Growing a Dream, Serving Community and Continuing a …

In this episode of The LoCo Experience podcast, I sat down with Reed Miller , the owner of Northern Colorado Insurance Agency (NCIA) and a LoCo Think Tank member! Reed shared insights on the changing landscape of insurance, ...

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Aug. 2, 2025

EXPERIENCE 231 | Exploring Love of Business, Chilean Patagonia, and S…

I had an enlightening conversation with Brian and Mary McKnight , the driving forces behind Turf Tamers Landscaping in Fort Collins. Brian shared how he acquired Turf Tamers, initially a tiny business, and grew it from the gr...

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July 26, 2025

EXPEREINCE 230 | Talking Margins, Maximization, and Adventure with Mo…

In this episode, I was joined by Moses Horner, the Founder and Owner of Horner Painting, as he celebrates their 25 years in business! Horner Painting is a market leader in both new construction and residential repaints, and ...

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July 19, 2025

EXPERIENCE 229 | The Power of Strong Relationships with Bob Hewson - …

In this episode of The LoCo Experience podcast, I sat down with Bob Hewson, the CEO and co-founder of Colorado Youth Outdoors,which will celebrate its 25th year in 2026! We started by inquiring the why around the organization...

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July 12, 2025

EXPERIENCE 228 | Start-Up Practice to Over 100 Employees in 4 years! …

In this episode of the LoCo Experience Podcast, I spoke with Julian Faure, the Founder and Owner of Momentum Counseling and Consulting. Julien is a member of Loco Think Tank's Next Level III chapter and has grown his company ...

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July 5, 2025

EXPERIENCE 227 | Navigating Life & Business, Together - Mark & Kathy …

In this episode of the Loco Experience podcast, I sat down with Mark Rushing and Kathy Rushing to discuss their entrepreneurial adventures and 45-year marriage. Mark is the Owner of Portable Restroom Solutions , while Kathy ...

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June 28, 2025

EXPERIENCE 226 | Partners in Construction - Brothers in Life & Busine…

In this episode of the Loco Experience Podcast, I sat down with Chris Elder , Patrick Elder , and Austin Dodder , respectively the CEO, President, and COO - and Partners in Elder Construction, Inc . We start by delving into ...

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June 21, 2025

EXPERIENCE 225 | Travis Luther - Entrepreneur, Sociologist, Writer, S…

In this episode of the Loco Experience, I welcomed Travis Luther - sociologist, researcher, writer, speaker, entrepreneur, and Founder of Time to Live LLC. Travis shares his journey from a tumultuous childhood with young pare...

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June 14, 2025

EXPERIENCE 224 | Dwight Sailer, Owner of HighCraft Builders. Integra…

In this episode of The LoCo Experience Podcast, I sat down with Dwight Sailer , the owner of HighCraft Builders based in Fort Collins, Colorado. We discussed Dwight's background and the early days of his business, including ...

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June 7, 2025

EXPERIENCE 223 | Building a Social Enterprise with Joe & Melissa Bast…

In this episode of the Loco Experience Podcast, I sit down with Joe and Melissa Basta, co-founders of Tellus , an outdoor apparel brand (and social enterprise) based in Fort Collins. They share their founding story, focusing ...

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May 31, 2025

EXPERIENCE #222 | Focus, Innovation, and Customization with Murph McI…

In this episode of the Loco Experience Podcast, I welcomed Murph McIver into the Studio. Murph is the Founder and Software Architect at Xeo Software , and moved his family from Honolulu to Fort Collins in 2021. We discuss w...

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May 24, 2025

EXPERIENCE 221 | Innovation, Transformation, and Quantum Reinvention …

In this episode of the Local Experience Podcast, I sat down with Sjeanne Cawdry , the Director and Founder of The Center of Liberation. Sean shares her diverse background, from being born and raised in Johannesburg, South Afr...

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May 17, 2025

EXPERIENCE 220 | Excellence, Ethics, and Endurance - Triple Crown Lea…

In this episode of the LoCo Experience, I welcomed accomplished author, speaker, and teacher Gregg Vanourek into the studio. We discuss his recent book 'Triple Crown Leadership,' which he co-wrote with his father. The book u...

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