What’s Kenner French Thinking!

R. Kenner French and VastSolutionsGroup.com
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Hey, Mr or Ms Entrepreneur, trying to hear business secrets? Hear the entrepreneur secrets told by R. Kenner French on daily episodes dropping at 9am eastern. Get the secrets of tax, finance, AI, asset protection, and more with top-tier guests and actionable strategies. Be told the keys to explosive growth and leave your competitors in the dark. Podcast guide: Monday: Money Monday Tuesday: Tax Tuesday Wednesday: AI Wednesday Thursday: Special guest interviews Friday: Finance Friday

  1. 1D AGO

    Trumpet, Streets, Then Global Triumph

    What happens when a young person’s world is defined by a single goal—just graduate high school—with no vision for what comes next? For many, the lack of a "Plan B" or a "Year Five" creates a vacuum quickly filled by the streets. 🏙️ In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Andre "Dre" Norman to discuss the pivotal four-year window that transformed a promising young musician into a high-level gang leader within the Massachusetts Department of Corrections. Dre opens up about the "miracle" of graduating eighth grade and the rapid descent that followed. From a broken leg on the first day of freshman year to the heartbreaking moment he was convinced to trade his trumpet for a reputation, Dre illustrates how the loss of purpose is the fastest route to chaos. ⚠️ This is a raw look at the anatomy of a "train wreck" and the systemic gaps that let talented youth slip through the cracks. What You’ll Learn 🎺 The Loss of Purpose: How giving up a creative passion (the trumpet) removed the guardrails from Dre’s life. 📉The "Fish Out of Water" Effect: The impact of being bussed to a school where you have no community, family, or neighborhood ties. 🚌The 24-Hour Welcome: A terrifying look at Dre’s first day in maximum security and how he nearly faced a murder conspiracy charge within hours of arriving. ⛓️ 🛠️The Human Mechanic: How Dre now uses the "skills" he learned as a gang leader to reduce violence and consult with prison systems globally. 🧬The Mindset of a Leader: Why Dre’s innate leadership traits manifested as a "stick-up kid" before being redirected toward global impact. 👥 Who This Episode Is For This episode is essential listening for educators, mentors, and parents working with "at-risk" youth, as well as anyone interested in the psychology of leadership and the realities of the American carceral system. It is for those who believe in the power of redemption and the necessity of providing a vision that extends beyond a high school diploma. 🌱 Follow the podcast for future episodes as we continue to dive into stories of leadership, resilience, and radical transformation. Stay tuned for Part 2! 🎧

    15 min

  2. 4D AGO

    What Happens When AI Runs a City?

    The traditional process of hiring a city manager is notoriously slow, often trapped in layers of government red tape for years. When a leadership vacuum occurs, municipal budgets, local policies, and essential services can stall. But what if the solution isn't just a faster hiring process, but a fundamental shift in how cities are managed? In this episode, we sit down with R. Kenner French, an AI expert and author of the bestseller ModernMillions.ai. Kenner shares his provocative vision for Bainbridge Island, Washington: utilizing artificial intelligence not just as a tool, but as a central component of city administration. We dive into how AI can solve the "vacant seat" crisis, streamline complex budgeting, and remove the human biases that often plague local politics. Whether you are a skeptic worried about data privacy or a forward-thinking resident eager for lower taxes and better services, Kenner explains why the future of local government is already here—and why cities that wait to adopt it will inevitably be left behind. 🎧 What You’ll Learn 🕵️ The Hiring Crisis: Why traditional city manager searches take years and how AI can fill the gap in real-time. 💰 Budgeting in a Fraction of the Time: How models can process complex municipal finances in an hour rather than months. 🔒 The "Closed Model" Solution: Addressing privacy and security concerns by running AI on local, secure databases. 🚀 Beyond the Mundane: Using AI to handle administrative tasks like meeting notes and public notices so humans can focus on creative problem-solving. ⚖️ Bias and Accuracy: How to balance human oversight with AI logic to create a more transparent government. Who This Episode Is For This conversation is essential for local government officials, city council members, and civic-minded tech enthusiasts who want to see their communities run with the efficiency of a high-tech startup. It’s for anyone interested in the intersection of public policy, asset protection, and the practical application of Large Language Models (LLMs). Follow the podcast for future episodes on the intersection of technology and leadership.

    26 min

  3. 5D AGO

    Scale Business With Virtual Events

    Scale Business With Virtual Events 📈 The world has gone virtual, but most entrepreneurs are still stuck in the "talking head" era of 2020. If you are just logging into a standard meeting link and hoping for the best, you are leaving engagement—and significant revenue—on the table. 📉 In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Justin Lawrie of Grey Duck Studios to pull back the curtain on how to transform standard webinars into high-production, high-conversion virtual summits. 🚀 Justin shares his journey from being a Disney Cast Member to managing massive online events for over 5,000 attendees. He explains why "The Frank Sinatra Mentality" is the key to a successful event: the host shows up to perform, and a professional team handles every ounce of the "tech stress" in the background. 🎤 From gamification and breakout rooms to the "Magic Link" technology that solves login headaches, this episode is a masterclass in modern digital gathering. 🎧 What You’ll Learn ✨ 🔗The "Magic Link" Advantage: How to integrate your CRM for a seamless, one-click login experience. 👥Meeting vs. Webinar: Why Justin advocates for Zoom Meetings to build a true sense of community. 💰The 110% Revenue Increase: A real-world look at how reformatting content led to a massive financial win. ✅The Pre-Event "Tech Check": Why a 24-hour-early check is the secret weapon for a glitch-free live day. 🎮Gamification & Community: Strategies for using chat and breakout rooms to keep attendees from tuning out. Who This Episode Is For 🎯 This episode is essential for entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, and real estate professionals who want to expand their reach far beyond their local 25-mile radius. 🌎 If you have been hesitant to go virtual because of technical overwhelm, Justin provides the roadmap to professionalize your presence. 🗺️ Follow the podcast for future episodes on scaling your business and mastering the entrepreneurial mindset. 🌱

    34 min

  4. 6D AGO

    Is Quantum Computing Replacing AI?

    Artificial Intelligence is currently the talk of the town, but what happens when the "next big thing" makes AI look like carving on stone? In this episode of What’s Kenner French Thinking, co-host Elaine Mingus sits down with R. Kenner French, author of the Amazon bestseller ModernMillions.ai, to demystify the complex world of quantum computing. If your only exposure to "Quantum" is the classic TV show Quantum Leap, you aren't alone. However, the reality of quantum computing is far more powerful—and closer than you might think. Kenner breaks down why this technology is considered the "final step" in hardware evolution and how it differs fundamentally from the binary systems we use today. We explore the staggering potential for quantum computers to process the entire internet in minutes and what this means for medicine, the stock market, and global security. 🎧 What You’ll Learn • Quantum vs. Classical: Why "bits" (1s and 0s) are being replaced by "qubits" that can exist in multiple states simultaneously. • The Speed Gap: How a calculation that takes an AI a week could be finished by a quantum computer in a fraction of a second. • Environmental Impact: Why quantum nodes might actually be more energy-efficient than massive AI data centers. • Global Supremacy: The race between nation-states to achieve quantum supremacy and why security (and your passwords) could be at risk. • Real-World Solutions: The potential for quantum computing to solve "unsolvable" problems, from curing cancer to understanding the Big Bang. 🌱 Who This Episode Is For This episode is a must-listen for tech enthusiasts, business owners looking toward the 20-year horizon, and anyone concerned about the intersection of cybersecurity and national interest. If you want to understand the infrastructure that will power the next century of human innovation, this conversation is your starting point. Follow the podcast for future episodes as we continue to track the rapid evolution of AI and beyond.

    16 min

  5. FEB 23

    Find Global Suppliers Using AI

    The Death of the Middleman: How AI and Data are Revolutionizing Global Supply Chains For years, the world of global manufacturing has been an "old boys' club"—an opaque, relationship-driven industry where finding a reliable supplier outside of China required expensive consultants, plane tickets to trade shows, and endless cold calls. If you were a small business owner, you were often priced out or left in the dark. But the landscape of international trade is shifting rapidly due to rising tariffs and the need for supply chain diversification. In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Ricky Ho, the 27-year-old founder of Source Ready. Ricky shares his journey from a manufacturing family to dropping out of UC Berkeley to digitize the global supply chain. He explains how his platform leverages massive datasets—including US Customs records—and specialized AI to help small businesses find alternative suppliers in minutes rather than months. If you’ve ever felt held hostage by high tariffs or a single-source supplier, this conversation is a blueprint for building a more resilient, data-driven business. What You’ll Learn 🎧 The "Alibaba" Gap: Why finding suppliers in Mexico, Vietnam, and Malaysia is significantly harder than in China, and how to bridge that gap. 📈 Hidden Data Moats: How US Customs data can be used to "spy" on competitors and identify where the world’s biggest brands are actually sourcing their goods. ⚠️ The Tariff Trap: Strategies for identifying low-tariff countries to protect your margins during geopolitical shifts. 🌱 AI Lean Scaling: How a four-person team can generate $14 million in revenue by replacing administrative headcount with specialized AI tools. 🤖 AI Proficiency vs. Replacement: Why AI won’t replace people, but people who use AI will replace those who don’t. Who This Episode Is For This episode is essential listening for e-commerce brand owners, physical product entrepreneurs, and small business leaders looking to scale without massive headcount. It’s also a masterclass for any entrepreneur interested in how to find "un-commoditized" business niches by solving complex, bureaucratic problems with technology. Follow the podcast for future episodes on how to protect and grow your wealth through technology.

    22 min

  6. FEB 20

    Bainbridge: Viral Social Media Secrets

    The "overnight success" on social media is rarely what it seems, but when a high school student builds an audience of 5 million people while keeping it a secret from his own family, it’s time to pay attention. In this episode of What’s Kenner French Thinking, host Elaine Mingus and R. Kenner French dive into the incredible trajectory of Garner Hall, the creator behind the viral sensation Brain.Nourishment. Many entrepreneurs view social media as a chore or a distraction. However, Garner’s story—and the insights from Bainbridge—proves that with the right mindset, shifting from "doom scrolling" to intentional creation turns social media into the ultimate modern storefront. Kenner shares insights from his recent interview with Garner, discussing how a teenager is out-performing veteran entrepreneurs by focusing on humanity, consistency, and the strategic use of AI. Whether you are a brand-new business owner or have been in the game for 20 years, the transition from consumer to creator is essential for survival in today’s digital economy. 🎧 What You’ll Learn • The 50-Post Rule: Why consistency is the ultimate gatekeeper to virality and business growth. • The "Stealth Start" Strategy: How Garner built a massive following from zero without relying on his existing network. • Social Media as a Service: Shifting your content from self-promotion to helping humanity and reducing digital anxiety. • The Profit vs. Retention Gap: Why high-earning young entrepreneurs must prioritize tax strategy and AI efficiency early on. • Modern Connecting: Understanding why social media has replaced the "local coffee shop" for community building. 🌱 Who This Episode Is For This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs who feel stuck in "200-view jail," business owners looking to integrate AI into their marketing workflow, and anyone interested in how the next generation is redefining passive income and digital ethics. Follow the podcast for future episodes as we continue to explore the intersection of AI, finance, and entrepreneurship.

    14 min

  7. FEB 19

    How To Scale Beyond Millions

    From 600-Square-Foot Shack to Oil Industry Visionary: The Alex Ottewell Mindset Most entrepreneurs dream of hitting the seven-figure mark, but few are willing to endure the "blood, sweat, and tears" required to pivot from a stable income into a high-stakes, capital-intensive industry. In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Alex Ottewell, widely known as the "Mindset Man," to dissect the psychological framework necessary to scale beyond the "middle-class trap" of a $250,000 income and enter the world of institutional-level business. Alex shares his raw journey from a 19-year-old living in a 600-square-foot shack with his mother to building a massive call center and eventually becoming a dominant player in the independent oil and gas sector. We explore why the "American Dream" often requires a tolerance for pain, why most people fail to optimize their businesses for AI, and how to identify untapped demand in "old school" industries like real estate and energy. What You’ll Learn • The Transition from Hustle to Scale: How Alex moved from flipping cars and lawn care to managing $100M+ in oil assets. • The "Niche Down" Strategy: Why Alex focused on mobile homes with land and under-$10M oil assets to avoid competition from institutional giants. • AI Optimization for Small Business: How to use artificial intelligence to increase margins by 5% and why that creates a 25% jump in overall income. • The Trap of $250K: Why $250,000 a year is "the new poor" and how to manage cash flow to fuel long-term investment. • Legacy and Advocacy: The importance of educating the public on energy through the "Learn About Oil" initiative. Who This Episode Is For This episode is essential for established entrepreneurs who feel they have hit a plateau in their current industry. If you are making a comfortable living but lack a "visionary" roadmap to 10x your impact or your net worth, Alex’s insights on delayed gratification and A-player hiring will provide the blueprint you need. Follow the podcast for future episodes.

    37 min

  8. FEB 18

    The Rise Of The Pageantpreneur

    In an era where digital noise is at an all-time high, many entrepreneurs and professionals struggle to find a voice that resonates. We often hide behind corporate logos or complex systems, fearing that personal vulnerability might undermine professional authority. But what if your greatest personal struggle—the part of your story you’ve been most hesitant to share—is actually the key to your business’s next level of growth? In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Elaine Mingus, the former United States of America’s Mrs. Texas 2025. Elaine isn't just a pageant queen; she is a seasoned digital communicator, author, and "pageantpreneur" who has mastered the art of high-speed content creation while raising seven children. Together, they discuss the upcoming strategic alliance between Vast Solutions Group and Elaine’s media-forward approach, exploring why even the most "media-shy" tax and finance experts are evolving into media-driven entities. Elaine opens up about her powerful journey from a traumatic childhood and addiction to becoming a voice for victims before state legislators. Her perspective provides a masterclass in how "storytelling heals while holding back destroys," and how this principle applies directly to building a brand that people actually trust. What You’ll Learn • The Transition to Media-First Business: Why traditional tax, finance, and AI firms must adopt a media-company mindset in 2026. • The ROI of Vulnerability: How sharing a personal narrative transitions from an altruistic act to a revenue-generating asset. •Investing in the "Self-Product": Why the pageant world offers a unique blueprint for entrepreneurs regarding self-investment and personal branding. • AI and the Human Connection: How to navigate the "tightrope walk" of using AI tools like chatbots and avatars without losing the human touch that endears followers to a brand. • Monetizing Your Journey: Practical insights into moving from a "side quest" hobby to a profitable, scalable online presence. Who This Episode Is For This episode is essential for entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and professionals in technical fields who feel "media-shy." If you have a story to tell but aren't sure how to bridge the gap between your personal experiences and your professional services, Elaine’s journey from "chicken nuggets and nap time" to the Mrs. Texas stage provides the roadmap you need. Follow the podcast for future episodes as we explore the intersection of finance, AI, and the human stories that drive them.

    24 min
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Hey, Mr or Ms Entrepreneur, trying to hear business secrets? Hear the entrepreneur secrets told by R. Kenner French on daily episodes dropping at 9am eastern. Get the secrets of tax, finance, AI, asset protection, and more with top-tier guests and actionable strategies. Be told the keys to explosive growth and leave your competitors in the dark. Podcast guide: Monday: Money Monday Tuesday: Tax Tuesday Wednesday: AI Wednesday Thursday: Special guest interviews Friday: Finance Friday

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    R. Kenner French and VastSolutionsGroup.com
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    583
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