Two fully grown adult men talk about children's books and force other fully grown adults to join them. Updates every other Monday.
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Welcome to The Threshing Floor, a podcast dedicated to the Redemption trading card game and its community of players. Join us as we dive into gameplay strategies, card interactions, deck building and other topics related to the game. We will feature special guests along the way as we keep you informed with the latest news, rulings and tournament results. Hosted by John Hendrix and Agur the Wise.
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Welcome to Epic Entrepreneurs! What does it take to build a real and thriving business in today’s world? As entrepreneurs and business owners, we went into business to have more freedom of time and money. Yet, the path of growing a business isn’t always filled with sunshine and rainbows. In this chart-topping show, host Bill Gilliland; author of the best-selling book “The Coach Approach” leverages his decades of experience coaching proven entrepreneurs to make more money, grow the right team ...
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What should future schools look like? How do brains learn? Some of the world's greatest educators, researchers, and community leaders share their stories and visions onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.
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In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, many businesses in Western North Carolina face unprecedented challenges. In this video, we dive into essential strategies for business recovery and resilience that you can implement today. Learn how to communicate effectively with your team, customers, and community, manage cash flow wisely, and prioritize stra…
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In this, we sit down with Tyler West, a seasoned entrepreneur who has balanced running a successful construction business while pursuing his passion for cycling. Tyler shares his journey from working in the cycling industry to taking over his family business, and how he learned that your passion and your profession don’t always have to be the same.…
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Episode 82: Fresh off Nationals
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On this episode of the podcast, Jake and I share about our Nationals experience and what that was like for each of us. We also have a spicy new Seasonal Promo spoiler to go over before jumping into a loaded Mailbag. Thanks for listening! As always, thanks for listening. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our sponsors at You…
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In this week's episode, Bill Gilliland hosts Justin Powell from Valor Private Wealth for an insightful discussion on driving business growth and financial planning. Justin shares valuable insights on working with business owners, highlighting the importance of aligning personal goals with business growth. He explains Valor Private Wealth's detailed…
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Short inteviews and sound clips from day one of Nationals. Enjoy!John Hendrix
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In today's episode, your host Bill Gilliland sits down with Brett Halsey from Halsey Media Group to dive deep into the upcoming Asheville Business Summit. Join us as we discuss: -The wide range of local publications by Halsey Media Group and their impact on Western North Carolina. -The significance of the Asheville Business Summit for local busines…
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Episode 81: The Man Behind the Game
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On this episode, we reveal our suprise guest that we have been hinting at for weeks as the owner and creator of Redemption joins us to talk about how the game got started and how it has progressed through the years. There was plans to include some conversation with Jake reviewing recent spoilers and talk about our expectations for Nationals, but un…
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Today we have an enlightening conversation with Meredith Switzer from All Souls Counseling Center. In this episode, we dive into the incredible work being done by All Souls Counseling Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing quality mental health counseling to uninsured and underinsured individuals in Western North Carolina. Meredith…
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Join us in this insightful episode where we dive into the inspiring journey of Jeff Makey, founder of CLearn. Discover how Jeff transitioned from a career in construction to finding his true calling in education and training design. In this video, Jeff shares his experiences and lessons learned along the way, including the importance of niching in …
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Episode 80: Jayden the Wise?
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On this week's loaded episode, Jayden Alstad fills in for Agur and helps us bring you the most recent news and tournament results as we provide our final Power Rankings update prior to Nationals. We also feature Flooded Red's Midwest Regional Tournament winning deck in our Deck of the Week before answering your questions with the Community Mailbag.…
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In this episode, we're excited to be joined by Dave Kaverman from Acuity Mergers and Acquisitions. Dave shares his journey into the business of buying and selling companies, sparked by his own experience with selling a bookstore he started in 1992. He dives into the common mistakes business owners make when trying to sell their businesses, such as …
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Episode 79: Tyler the Creator
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This week's episode features an extended "Agur the Creator" segment with special guest Tyler Stevens who is the lead set designer for the game. We pick his brain on design philosophy and review some of his favorite cards he has created before wrapping up with designing (in theory) a new Agur card for the modern game. In addition to this, we have a …
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In this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Brad Currin. After a diverse career, Brad takes a bold step into entrepreneurship by acquiring and running a franchise in Western North Carolina. Discover the strategic insights and valuable lessons he's learned from moving to a new town, starting a busin…
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Episode 78: Off the Rails
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This loaded episode of The Threshing Floor features a ton of open discussions sprinkled throughout the segmented content. We’ve got Nationals news, tournament results and updated Power Rankings along with a lesser played theme featured in our Deck of the Week, presented by Your Turn Games. We also had some great questions for this week’s community …
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Welcome to this week's episode. I'm your host, Bill Gilliland. In this episode, we're excited to feature Kensley Hendrix from Christie's Lighting. Join us as Kensley shares her unique journey into Christie's Lighting, where she now thrives in business development. Discover how she transitioned from a neighboring business to becoming an integral par…
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Welcome to this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, brought to you by Action Coach Growth Partners. I'm your host, Bill Gilliland, and in today's episode, we have a special guest, Holly Fisher, the first repeat guest on our show! Holly Fisher, owner of Fisher Creative Marketing and a StoryBrand Certified Guide, joins us to share valuable marketin…
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In this episode, Jay shares his journey from a small 600-square-foot office to a rapidly expanding business licensed in South Carolina. Discover how Jay and his team have grown from 6 to 24 members and the leadership lessons they've learned along the way. Jay dives deep into the importance of team culture, the shift in his leadership philosophy, an…
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Episode 77: A Perfect Hymn
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This week's loaded episode starts with selecting the winners of our giveaway with Your Turn Games before turning to the recent news from around the community and then reviewing some brand new spoilers from the upcoming set, Israel's Inheritance. After that, we go over a ton of tournament results that helped shape our updated Power Rankings. We also…
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Welcome to this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, brought to you by Action Coach Growth Partners. Your host, Bill Gilliland, introduces an exciting opportunity for business owners and leaders in the Asheville area: The Asheville Business Summit. Join Beth Lemmel, she shares the journey and vision behind the Asheville Business Summit, set to tak…
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Welcome to this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, brought to you by Action Coach Growth Partners. I'm your host, Bill Gilliland, and in today's podcast, we're diving into the world of entrepreneurship with insights from real entrepreneurs to help you on your journey. In this episode, we meet June Thomas, the owner of a boutique graphic design f…
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Episode 76: Welcome to the New Era of the Podcast
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Its finally here! This week's episode will unveil all of the changes that we have been working on in the background since our last recording. Just about everything has been thoughtfully considered, retouched and/or refined to present the podcast in a brand new light as we rebrand a little bit. We've got the debut of our brand new co-host, Agur the …
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In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Bill Gilliland engages in a profound discussion with Guitze Messina, an organization dedicated to enhancing profits for distributors and manufacturers. Together, they unravel the essence of recurring sales and the pivotal role of understanding customer behavior. Guitze shares invaluable insights into the …
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Welcome to another captivating episode of Epic Entrepreneurs hosted by Bill Gilliland. Join us as we dive deep into the world of business with special guest Jessica Whitmire, co-owner of Headwaters Outfitters. In this episode, Jessica shares invaluable insights gleaned from her journey in the outdoor recreation industry, offering a wealth of knowle…
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Episode 75: Brad's Earley Hiatus
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On this week's episode we give you the results for several high profile tournaments that took place since our last recording, and we crown a new #1 on our Power Rankings. After that, we hang out with a couple of Redemption Elders as John Earley and Tyler Stevens join the podcast to help us rank lost souls. As always, thanks for listening. If you ar…
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Bill Gilliland, the host of the Epic Entrepreneurs podcast, welcomes Brad Sugars, a visionary entrepreneur and founder of one of the world's largest business coaching companies. In this engaging and informative episode, Bill delves into Brad's entrepreneurial mindset, exploring his journey from youth to building a global empire in business coaching…
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In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, Bill Gilliland interviews Mike Bosworth, a seasoned sales trainer and founder of Story Seekers. Mike shares his journey from reluctant beginnings in sales at Xerox in the 1970s to becoming a leading influence in sales training and engagement strategies through storytelling. He emphasizes the importance of buil…
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Episode 74: Confessions
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On this week's episode, we discuss recent happenings within the community including the launch of the latest Zoom-Discord and Lackey Grand Prix tournaments, a surprise return to Nationals and we talk briefly about the recent counterfeit card situation. Also on this episode, Brad and I piggyback off of Agur's Dominant tier list and creat our own on …
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Join host Bill Gilliland in this insightful episode featuring Heather Moreland, founder of Lakeside Accounting, as they discuss Heather's journey into entrepreneurship and her mission to provide financial clarity for small businesses. Heather shares her background, starting from her accounting studies at Covenant College to her corporate career at …
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Welcome to Epic Entrepreneurs, brought to you by Action Coach Growth Partners. I'm your host, Bill Gilliland. In this podcast, we delve into the world of entrepreneurship, offering listeners real stories from real entrepreneurs that will inspire and guide you on your own entrepreneurial journey. Each episode provides valuable business tips aimed at…
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Welcome to Epic Entrepreneurs, the podcast where we delve deep into the journeys of remarkable entrepreneurs who have charted their own paths to success. I'm your host, Bill Gilliland, and today we have a special guest, Louise Bijesse, founder of Up Talent Consulting and Up Talent Search, based in Fairview, North Carolina. Louise shares her inspiri…
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Episode 73: Lost Souls and Lost Connections
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On this week's epiosde, we go over some recent tournament results including the first two state tournaments of the season and discuss some recent updates regarding Nationals. We also are dropping updated power rankings with all of the recent tournaments in mind. As always, thanks for listening. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider suppo…
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Episode 72: And the New...
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On this week's episode, we sit down with the new Mr. Classic, Brian Jones, to discuss his experience at Classic Weekend in Knoxville, TN where he emerged victorious in the 8 man tournament to earn the title of Mr. Classic. In addition to that, Brad and I go over recent content from the community and unveil our updated Power Rankings. As always, tha…
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Episode 71: Welcome to the Jungle
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On this week's episode, Brad and I debut our Redemption Player Power Rankings in addition to going over recent news and happenings within the community. After that, we are joined by BaboonyTim to discuss his journey with learning the current game of Redemption and plans for his future content. As always, thanks for listening. If you are enjoying th…
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Ever felt like the building industry could use a serious boost in customer service standards? We've got the blueprint for success, and it's all about trust and punctuality. This week on Epic Entrepreneurs, we delve into the concrete strategies that contractors and subcontractors can employ to stand out in a crowded market. It's not just about weari…
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Discover the transformative power of meticulous hiring to unlock the freedom and flexibility you've been dreaming of as a business owner. This week's conversation is all about ditching the lazy approach to recruitment, sparked by my own eye-opening adventure in seeking a marketing manager. Through my experience, we'll dissect the crucial steps to a…
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Unlock the secret to marketing that doesn't just reach people, but resonates with them. This week on Epic Entrepreneurs, we're cutting to the chase with some hard truths about why your marketing might be falling flat and how to inject it with the dynamism it desperately needs. Prepare for a paradigm shift as we confront the modern consumer's prefer…
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Episode 70: The Art of Redemption
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On this episode, we sit down with Art Middlekauff to hear about his journey with the game of Redemption and how he has used it to bond with his sons before examining the spiritual side of the game and how it honors its source material. As always, thanks for listening. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our sponsors at Coven…
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Unlock the secret to business relationships that not only last but thrive—discover why Theodore Roosevelt's wisdom holds the key to winning hearts in the corporate world. This episode peels back the layers of what it means to truly care about your clients and customers, a quality that speaks volumes beyond any product pitch or sales strategy. We're…
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Can happiness be a constant companion in our entrepreneurial voyage? This week's 'Always Be Happy' episode challenges the notion with a blend of wisdom from Bobby McFerrin's "Don't Worry, Be Happy" and actionable advice to light up your days. We dissect the 80/20 rule of happiness, revealing that while life's waves may rock our boat, setting sail t…
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Ever received a business gift that genuinely made you feel valued? That's the power of thoughtful gifting we're unpacking on this week's Epic Entrepreneurs. We take you through an array of personal tales highlighting the ripple effect of well-chosen corporate gifts, from the practicality of a branded flashlight that saved me in a pinch, to a cunnin…
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Episode 69: TJC Memorial Tournament Recap
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On this episode, we talk with Jay Chambers about his experience at the Thomas Jay Chambers Memorial Tournament and what it felt like to win the tournament that was organized in memory of his late son. We talk about his deck and the games he played and get a general sense of the tournament field which is valuable information in the early window for …
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Do you ever wonder why the most successful people are often the most disciplined? Hold that thought because in this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, we're dissecting discipline - the one attribute that distinguishes the good from the great, the mediocre from the epic. Get set to unravel the two types of discipline: external discipline, think p…
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Episode 68:New Rules Review
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On this episode, Jayden Alstad joins us to review the new rules that have been implemented in the game as we discuss the reason for those changes and also their impact on the game. There's also some information on new giveaway items for the Christmas Card Swap which is already experiencing its best year yet! As always, thanks for listening. If you …
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Imagine being 1% better every day. Sounds simple, right? Well, on this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, we explore the extraordinary power of making small, manageable steps toward your larger goals. Taking inspiration from Matthew McConaughey's desire to meet the person he becomes in 10 years, we dive into how we grossly underestimate what we …
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Do you want to do more with your life and business? If so, start by becoming different! I share some powerful insights from my time working with Joe, a successful salesperson who mastered the art of asking. We will unpack the different types of questioning, including asking for information, for help, for what's next, and for directions. Most import…
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Episode 67: We Actually Played Games!
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On this episode, Brad and I discuss our recent experience playing actual games... Can you believe it!? I played at a huge district tournament a couple weeks back and he has been getting games in via Lackey so we talk about those experiences and how they've gone while also looking forward to the impact that Roots will have on the game. As always, th…
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Turning Dreams into Reality: Stacy Fields' Entrepreneurial Journey from Raspberry Farm to Bakery
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Have you dreamt of stepping away from the humdrum of corporate life and delving into entrepreneurial ventures of your own? Well, our guest today, Stacy Fields, did just that. With her family, she embarked on a journey of transforming a raspberry farm in Fletcher, North Carolina into a successful business venture, despite having no prior farming exp…
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Navigating the Business Landscape w? Holly Fisher: From Journalism to Marketing Entrepreneurship
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Join us on our exciting journey with Holly Fisher, the creative mind behind Fisher Creative Marketing, as we unravel her inspiring transition from journalism to marketing. This enlightening episode is an opportunity to gain insights from Holly's entrepreneurial experience and learn valuable lessons about setting up a business, like understanding wh…
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Jason purchased an outdoor retail business in 2005 that was founded in 1971. He spent the next eleven years wearing various hats, from marketing to operations to inventory control and process improvement. Over his career in retail, he grew the business from $750k to $2m in sales and the team from 12 to 24. During this time, he volunteered as a busi…
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Connecting businesses and the locals they serve. First delivered in August 2005, DISCOVER HOMETOWN Magazine is published quarterly by Annamarie Jakubielski and is part of a family-owned business located in beautiful Western North Carolina. Over the years, DISCOVER HOMETOWN has grown to be the local savings and information resource guide everyone lo…
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