The Brad Rykal Brief

Brad Rykal
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Thinking things out and having conversations with interesting people.Email me: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com

  1. May 7

    Episode 132 - Guest James Spencley

    Yearly State of the Union with James Spencley. We catch up, talk about his goals before retirement, raising kids, a little of this and a little of that.  I hope you enjoy the episode. -Brad --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

  2. Feb 14

    Episode 131 - Guest Brett, Bode, and Madison Rykal

    Yearly check in with the Rykal gang. All three kids Brett, Bode, and Madison at the end. Nice little time capsule of who these kids are for the decades to come.  -Brad --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

  3. 09/21/2025

    Episode 130 - Special Host Kevin Rykal with guest Brett Rykal

    Kevin Rykal does a special guest hosting gig and interviews Brett Rykal.  I am not sure who Brett's favorite uncle is but hopefully that question gets answered on today's show! Best, Brad --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

  4. 09/14/2025

    Episode 129 - Guest Payton Rykal

    Payton Rykal is on the show. My niece and recent HS graduate and newest class of UW-Stevens Point. We talk about some of her experiences to date and thoughts on the future.  Best,  Brad Rykal --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

  5. 06/02/2025

    Episode 114 - White Hall Supervisor Campaign Recap w/Eric Schmitz and Jeff Stone (Crozet Series)

    On today's episode, I am joined by Eric Schmitz and Jeff Stone, my political campaign team during my run for WH Supervisor. In this reflective conversation recorded on November 12th, just five days after the election, we delve into the 9-month campaign journey, highlighting significant moments, exploring the emotional landscape, and extracting lessons learned.    Shownotes Episode 113 - White Hall Election Overview w/Eric Schmitz Election Results  --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

  6. 06/02/2025

    Episode 113 - White Hall Supervisor Election Overview w/guest Eric Schmitz (Crozet Series)

    Quickly reviewing the White Hall Supervisor Election, I faced a 5% defeat (4.5k to 4k), which, by any measure, marks a significant success for both the campaign and Crozet. In an insightful discussion, Eric Schmitz joins the show to analyze precinct data, campaign finances, and highlight noteworthy trends for prospective future candidates. I hope you enjoy the show.  -Brad --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

  7. 04/13/2025

    Episode 128 - Brother's Weekend w/Eric, Kevin, Mom and Dad

    Eric Rykal, Kevin Rykal and I met up at Ft. Laurderdale this year. We catch up - talk about what has been happing, the merits of public school, Eric becoming a judge in Montana and how much money Kevin is willing to spend on his pets.  I hope you enjoy the show.  -Brad Rykal --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

  8. 03/02/2025

    Episode 127 - Guest James Spencley

    On today's show I have James Spencley. A lot has changed for Spencley since the first time he appeared on this show and we discuss the pursuit of happiness, approaches to retirement, evaluating the long term threat of a China, sending our kids to kindergarten and a lot more on this workhorse of a episode. I hope you enjoy the show. -Brad  --- Email: bradrykalbrief@gmail.com Twitter: @bradrykal Blog: https://bradrykal.blogspot.com/ If you like the show - subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend.

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  • Creator
    Brad Rykal
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Explicit
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