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Ryan BeckettFrom the Bachelorette, to real estate CEO, startup founder, adjunct professor & a Doctorate in Business.Ryan Beckett is an entrepreneur, educator, endurance athlete, and media personality passionate about helping others think bigger, perform at a higher level, and adapt to the future of business. He is the Founder and CEO of BitRealty, a modern real estate brokerage known for blending high-touch service with innovative marketing and technology-driven strategies.Ryan also serves as an adjunct professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, where he teaches Real Estate Development and Finance, helping prepare the next generation of professionals for success in the real estate industry.Beyond business and academia, Ryan is an accomplished endurance athlete who completed an Ironman triathlon and once rode his bicycle across the United States to raise awareness and support for dog rescue initiatives. His passion for discipline, perseverance, and personal growth carries into every aspect of his professional and personal life.Ryan first gained public recognition through appearances on The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, experiences that gave him a unique perspective on relationships, media, and personal branding.As co-host of the REDA Podcast (Real Estate in the Digital Age), Ryan regularly discusses entrepreneurship, leadership, emerging technology, artificial intelligence, mindset, and the future of business. He also brings a fun and curious edge as a co-host of the South Florida-based podcast *Weird and Whatever*, where he dives into the paranormal, aliens, and all things out of this world.Known for his energetic and thoughtful conversational style, Ryan brings audiences a unique blend of practical experience, motivational insight, and forward-thinking vision. Whether discussing entrepreneurship, real estate, technology, mindset, or even the unexplained, Ryan offers audiences actionable insights and an authentic perspective on building success with purpose.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Al KrockeyIn 1968, Al Krockey was eighteen years old coming of age in the most culturally explosive era in American history.In 1968, Al Krockey was eighteen years old coming of age in the most culturally explosive era in American history.But the road to that moment began years earlier in Skokie, Illinois, where a block of co-op apartments and split-level houses felt like an entire universe.From hustling a buck—hawking souvenirs outside Wrigley Field, working odd jobs, and dealing a little weed—to chasing the music that defined a generation, Krockey lived fast and wide open. Nights at Chicago’s legendary Kinetic Playground, cross-country trips to wild pop festivals, and encounters with unforgettable characters turned 1968 into a year of freedom, risk, and discovery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

George LittleI design, build, and tinker. Always for fun, sometimes for money.I'm George, a designer, tech entrepreneur, and outdoor enthusiast! I have an equal love for tinkering with AI as I do hiking with my dogs.Here's a little backstory on who I am and what makes me tick...Originally from the Philly area, I studied architecture at Syracuse and thinking I was going to be a black turtleneck wearing new york architect, moved to Brooklyn to work for one of the big name firms.After a few years, I realized this wasn't for me. It dawned on me that the part of my job I liked the most I was doing the least of: graphic design & technology. I found I was much better at pitching building designs, marketing the company's brand, and tinkering with technology to improve our efficiencies and workflows.So I pivoted my career to "graphic design" which lead me to an AI company where I learned about startups, remote-work, SaaS marketing, and building a business that serves the tech community. Years later, I now run my own remote-only consultancy that aims to work with startups and venture-backed companies to build/improve their brands and websites.I spend my workdays balanced between client work, marketing my own business, and tinkering on projects I find interesting... like VetResumes.com, Archive51.art, Stacked.camp, to name a few. More recently I've been trying to slash my AI company subscriptions by building my own system on the back of a bunch of used mac minis.Outside of work, I'm a big nature lover. I've hiked, camped, kayaked, trailered, overlanded, and backpacked all over this country (and a splash of Canada). My wife and I recently moved our family to Oregon to purse a long-time dream of running a PNW flower farm (which i will, of course, find a reason to apply technology).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mark AstorAttorney Saving Families at the Intersection of Law, Mental Health & AddictionI didn’t set out to build a law firm. I set out to save families.Early in my career, I was a prosecutor inside the criminal justice system. I saw firsthand what happens when addiction and untreated mental illness collide with law enforcement: people don’t get better — they get processed, warehoused, and traumatized. Families are left powerless, confused, and grieving someone who is still alive.Years later, after leaving government service, I found myself sitting across from parents, spouses, and siblings who all said the same thing:“We don’t know what to do anymore.”Their loved one wasn’t asking for help. Treatment had failed. The system had failed. And “waiting” felt like a death sentence.So I co-founded a law firm with a singular mission: to give families lawful, compassionate tools to intervene when a loved one’s mind has been hijacked by addiction or severe mental illness.Since then, I’ve helped thousands of families navigate crises involving substance use, psychiatric instability, medical complexity, and resistance to care — using legal frameworks most people don’t even know exist. I’ve watched families move from chaos and despair to clarity and action. And I’ve seen lives saved not by handcuffs or hope alone, but by informed intervention.What makes my voice different is this:I live at the intersection of law, mental health, addiction, and family dynamics — and I’m not speaking in theory. I’m speaking from the trenches.On podcasts, I don’t offer platitudes. I explain:Why “waiting until they’re ready” can be deadlyWhy the system often reacts after irreversible harmWhy families are not “controlling” — they are responding to cognitive impairmentAnd why legal intervention, when done correctly, can be an act of love, not punishmentHosts book me because I bring clarity to uncomfortable conversations, challenge popular myths around addiction and recovery, and give audiences something rare: a framework for action when compassion alone isn’t enough.If your show tackles mental health, addiction, family trauma, personal growth, leadership, or hard truths — I won’t just fill time.I’ll give your audience something they’ll remember, wrestle with, and share.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Proctor Founder and President of StewardRightMy name is Michael Proctor, founder of StewardRight. I built my RIA from the ground up alongside a team committed to excellence and deep responsibility.My work is supported by credentials as a CFP®, RICP®, and CVGA, but my perspective has been shaped by something more personal: wealth is rarely simple. It is emotional, relational, and often messy.Stewardship Is a CallingFor me, stewardship is not a marketing slogan or a branding exercise. It is a calling and a heavy responsibility.My Christian worldview teaches that every dollar is a resource entrusted to us, meant to be managed with wisdom. That responsibility extends beyond portfolios and into the home, where money often becomes a source of friction rather than a tool for unity.The Industry Has Trained People to Expect Too LittleThe financial industry has conditioned clients to settle for far too little. Many firms charge high fees while delivering average, index like outcomes that most investors could achieve on their own. I believe that if a client can do it alone, we should be honest enough to say so. If you are paying for professional management, you should receive professional value.The Friendship Tax and Emotional ShortcutsI often hear people defend an underperforming advisor because they are a longtime friend. They say, “It’s not about the rate of return.” To me, saying investing is not about return is like saying going out to eat is not about flavor. Personally, I could open a dog food restaurant and charge twenty dollars a plate if the market was there, but I would not call it fine dining. Too often, we undermine our financial health with emotional shortcuts just to avoid social awkwardness.Who I ServeI serve disciplined savers, people who have already done the hard work of building a foundation. Now they are ready for high end stewardship and a clearer path toward building lasting family wealth. Much of my work involves bridging the gap between spouses. It is difficult to talk about money when you cannot see your spouse on the other side of the coin. Because couples are wired differently, financial planning often becomes a series of relational missteps.A Student of PeopleI am a student of human wiring, communication, gifting, and the way people are built. My goal is to help individuals and families operate in alignment with how they were designed, and to have direct conversations about the weight of stewardship and the shortcuts that compromise the future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John CobbI help business leaders avoid the twin failures of weak governance and weak messaging.Podcast audiences want guests who can connect expertise to real-world impact. My work has always been about helping leaders see clearly in the moments when it matters most.I advise boards, entrepreneurs, and investors through Pholus Advisory, where the focus is on complex markets and high-pressure transitions. Much of my work begins at inflection points: a business preparing for exit, a board under reputational pressure, or an organization where governance and revenue are collapsing at the same time. These are situations where conventional playbooks break down, and leaders need clarity to protect both trust and growth.People hear words like governance, post-conflict economies, or go-to-market strategy and want to yawn. They sound abstract, but in reality they are some of the most important and interesting challenges leaders face today. That is why I enjoy turning jargon into stories people actually remember. My philosophy is simple: if the audience cannot use it on Monday morning, I have failed them. I do not believe in abstract frameworks. I share the mess, the mistakes, and the plain-spoken lessons that leaders actually carry forward when they face their own problems.What does that mean for a podcast audience? It means I bring case-based insights, not theories. I can share what actually happens when governance fails, why crises escalate, and how leaders can avoid turning small risks into existential threats. I have advised across the Americas, Africa, and Europe, and those cross-border experiences help me show listeners how fragile environments operate and what that means for their own decision-making.Beyond governance, I also have a background in direct response marketing and messaging strategy, which gives me a rare perspective: I understand both the discipline required to build internal trust and the storytelling needed to build external credibility. That combination allows me to offer listeners lessons that apply whether they are board members, business owners, entrepreneurs, or NGO leaders.Hosts who book me get a guest who is serious about preparation and generous with stories and takeaways. Audiences walk away with memorable frameworks and practical insights they can apply immediately; whether that is preparing for a business exit, building investor confidence, or simply learning how to lead under pressure.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brett ReasonerFrom Rock Bottom to Top 1% Agent: Executive Leader, Real Estate Strategist & Advocate for Life-Changing Impact.I’m Brett Reasoner, an executive leader and real estate strategist based in Colorado. I help buyers, sellers, and relocating professionals make smart, confident decisions in today’s housing market. My approach is built on trust, clarity, and long-term thinking, because real estate isn’t just a transaction, it’s a life decision. On podcasts, I share practical insights on market trends, real negotiations, and how real estate can be used as a tool for stability and long-term wealth.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.