Rich Conversations

080. Nick Saban and Pete Carroll: How to Create Successful Programs and People

Learn about the backgrounds, personalities, coaching styles, and philosophies of coaches Nick Saban and Pete Carroll that have enabled them to win at the highest levels of their professions.

After watching Nick Saban in an Aflac commercial, Rich wondered what Nick Saban is like. Why does he keep winning championships? He's clearly highly effective. What is it? While we're at it, why not learn about Pete Carroll too!

"Saban: The Making of a Coach" by Monte Burke reads more like a biography. It's more detailed and thorough. "Win Forever" is more instructional and a quick jolt of inspiration.

Also mentioned: "Sacred Hoops" by Phil Jackson. Watch Rich's video on YouTube recapping the book on the BOOKS playlist or listen to episode 062 of this podcast.

You can follow Rich on Twitter and Instagram: @richhebron

 

079. Karlita Williams on Brooklyn, Teaching Preschool During COVID, and 2020 Personal Reflections

Karlita Williams returns to the show in a conversation that ranges from teaching preschoolers, to culture, to life reflections, and more!

(5:28) How she spent New Year's Eve. Her revelation of how much she loves teaching.

(15:07) Different types of rich people. Fashion differences between New York and Chicago.

(20:22) How Karlita interacts and communicates with the world. Instagram, Facebook Dating, music tastes, learning Spanish, love languages, current cultural influences, intentionally creating our community in the modern world.

(41:55) What she's curious about. The inner workings of the mind of a child. Learning about how we respond to things carries into adulthood. Self-reflection in a positive and constructive way. How our ego becomes an obstacle to our progress. How to live with confidence.

(58:43) What Karlita misses most about Chicago.

Follow Karlita Williams on instagram: @karlitawithak

 

078. Using Cemeteries to Help Us Reflect on Life

Cemeteries are straightforward. We know what their purpose is. Does that make us avoid them? We have no problem watching true crime shows or confronting mortality through other mediums on our screens. What's the difference? What kind of thoughts emerge by taking the time to walk through a cemetery? A reflection on the experience.

077. Dear Theo: Autobiography of Vincent Van Gogh

Have you eve felt like you're living for a reason? There's a brilliance inside you that you just want to express and reveal it to the world? Vincent Van Gogh continues to inspire us to live our truest lives. 

You can watch this episode on YouTube. We have a Youtube channel! It’s under my name, Rich Hebron. There you’ll find conversations, art, thoughts, and book recaps. We’re going to hit 100 videos on there by next week! Subscribe and stay up to date like you do this podcast.

*I can use a favor from you. We’re approaching 100 podcast episodes soon. What I’d love is some genuine feedback. We’re trying to get better over here, make it the best we can, and it’d be great to know what you’d love more of. Which kinds of episodes do you enjoy the most? I’d appreciate it much if you sent me a quick message. Direct message me on Twitter or Instagram. You can email me rich@morethanrich.co. Also, if you enjoy this podcast, consider giving us a 5 star rating. It helps other people find and enjoy it.*

Thanks again for everything. You guys are great and have been so supportive. 2021 is going to be a huge year for this podcast and other stuff we’re working on. We’re embarking on quite a journey and I’m excited to have you with!

Dear Theo is comprised of letters Van Gogh wrote to his brother, Theo. We know the value of of his paintings today, but what inspired him to create them? Why do they stand out from others? Reading this book will provide insight into the artist's soul and life. It can teach us how to see the beauty and inspiration in everyday life and challenge us to live our lives to the fullest. Gratitude can help us more than we think.

Dear Theo: The Autobiography of Vincent Van Gogh

Edited by Irving Stone

076. Triumph of the City (Book)

How Our Greatest Invention Makes Us Richer, Smarter, Greener, Healthier, and Happier.

Would recommend this book to anyone interested in urban planning, community building, community organizing, real estate, government, or just want a stronger understanding of the history of why cities succeed.

People run the world. People live in cities. People are the greatest assets of cities. It's important to understand why people choose to live where they do. Attract the right kind of people to help grow and strengthen communities.

Triumph of the City by Edward Glaeser

Mentioned: The Death and Life of Great American Cities by Jane Jacobs.

075. Ego is the Enemy of Peace: Lessons from the Early 21st Century

With the decentralization of media, it's challenging to know who and what to trust. Protecting our egos leads to anger and fear. By detaching from them we can think clearer. We need interaction with people with different experiences and perspectives than us to inspire peace and unity.

074. Brother Ray: Seeing the Soul of the World

The autobiography of Ray Charles was the last book I read in 2020 and it might be the most inspiring and entertaining. He was a legend. What a comet of a person whose light Earth was lucky to experience. I cannot express enough how awesome this dude was.

Ray Charles is an example of someone understanding what he was born to do and went after it. No excuses. No feeling sorry for hisself. He certainly could have. Everyone would understand. But he didn’t. He found a way.

Life is short. We know we have to figure out why we’re here and then do it. Pay attention to that internal flame. If Ray Charles could do it, so can we.

073. NFL Commercials: A Snapshot of American Culture

With more open Sundays, Rich finds himself watching more NFL football. The commercials captivate him just as much as the games themselves. The NFL is one of the last pillars of monolith culture in America and the ads reflect the diversity of its audience and their perspectives.

072. Marines, Cyber Security, and Striving to Better Our Self with Johnny Endrihs

Johnny Endrihs joins the show and we cover a number of different topics including his experience serving our country in the Marines, cyber security, big tech and the issues facing our country in the digital world of the 21st century, fashion, gaming, and embarking on a journey of self-discovery and improvement.

(21:47) Johnny's interest in fashion. Learning about fabric materials and designing suits.

(29:18) Working in cyber security and its role in our digital world. What people can do to protect themselves better online. Is electronic voting possible in the future elections? Cyber security within the military. Big Tech, data, and privacy.

(56:10) A look into the gaming community. Difference of consoles, competitive gaming, and the variety of types of gamers. Building a personal gaming system.

(1:04:45) Three influential books on Johnny. Striving to better one's self. Forming a positive mindset to live life to its best.

You can follow Johnny Endrihs on Instagram @endotoodapper

 

071. Logic or Intuition? Decision-making for Gambling and Life

We can make better decisions in our futures if we reflect on how we've made successful ones in the past. Did I do better when I trusted my gut or my head? A great way to find out is to reflect on our gambling experiences.