The Above The Bar Podcast

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This is a interview style show done by a 20 year Marine Corps Veteran, where we talk to people from all walks of life to find out how they are great at what they do. They will show you how to do what they do what gave them the passion for what they do and all around entertain. Be sure to like and subscribe so you know what is happening at the bar each week.

  1. FEB 12

    How Can We Lead With Compassion and Accountability | Dr Stefan Bean

    🎙️ Upcoming Episode of The Above The Bar Podcast | Live February 11th at 8 PM EST We’re honored to welcome Dr. Stefan Bean, a transformational leader whose life story and leadership journey redefine what’s possible. Dr. Bean is the Superintendent of Orange County, California Schools, overseeing one of the largest and most diverse education systems in the country. His leadership is grounded in lived experience, resilience, and a deep commitment to advocating for students who are often overlooked. He is also the co-author of the bestselling book Lifted to Lead, a powerful true story that traces his journey from being a disabled orphan evacuated from Saigon during the Vietnam War to becoming one of the nation’s most respected educational leaders. The book is a testament to perseverance, purpose, and leading with empathy. In this episode, we’ll explore: • What leadership looks like when it’s shaped by adversity • How hardship can become a source of clarity and strength • Why representation, equity, and education matter now more than ever This is more than a conversation about leadership. It’s about rising, responsibility, and using your voice when it matters most. 📅 Wednesday, February 11th 🕗 8 PM EST 🎧 Live on all Above The Bar Podcast platforms Pull up a stool and join us for a conversation that will challenge, inspire, and stay with you. #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #LiftedToLead #LeadershipMatters #EducationLeadership #Resilience #PurposeDrivenLeadership

    1h 2m

  2. FEB 5

    Why Is Judicial Oversight and Accountability So Important | Brian Vukadinovich

    🎙️ The Above The Bar Podcast 📅 Live Wednesday, February 4 ⏰ 8 PM EST This week’s guest is Brian Vukadinovich, author, retired educator, and nationally recognized pro se litigant. Brian joins us for a serious and timely conversation examining public court proceedings, judicial process, and accountability within the federal court system. Drawing from his firsthand experience representing himself in state and federal courts, Brian will discuss what it means to challenge powerful institutions, the limits placed on discovery, and why transparency in the judiciary matters to every citizen. Our discussion will focus on: • How the legal system treats pro se litigants • The role of discovery in civil rights cases • Why judicial oversight and accountability matter • What the public should understand about how federal courts operate • How court rulings can shape what information reaches the light of day Brian is widely known for successfully representing himself in a federal civil rights jury trial, a rare and historic outcome. He has spoken at universities, appeared on national podcasts, and written extensively on judicial fairness, civil rights, and access to justice. This episode is not about sensationalism. It is about process, power, and public trust. 📺 Watch live at 8 PM EST on Wednesday, February 4 🎧 Streaming across all Above The Bar Podcast platforms 🔗 Learn more about Brian’s work: www.brianvukadinovich.com Pull up a stool and join the conversation. #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #CivilRights #JudicialProcess #Accountability #ProSeLitigation #AccessToJustice

    1h 3m

  3. JAN 29

    What Happens When You Ignore IRS Letters | Ed Welch

    🌟 Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast 🌟 We’re going live tonight at 8 PM EST with Ed Welch, Tax Resolution Expert and founder of Tax Fighters Inc., based right here in the Capital Region. Ed has spent over 30 years as a CPA helping individuals and small business owners navigate some of the most stressful financial situations imaginable. After working at Arthur Andersen, serving as a Fortune 500 executive, and operating multiple Liberty Tax franchises, Ed found his true calling helping people who felt overwhelmed, scared, and stuck with tax problems. Tonight’s conversation goes beyond numbers. We’re talking about the real emotional weight of tax debt, what actually happens when the IRS comes calling, and how people can move from fear and uncertainty to relief and control. 💬 We’ll dive into questions like: • What should you do when you get that first IRS letter? • How bad can tax problems really get if ignored? • When is it time to stop trying to handle it alone? • What does real tax relief actually look like? Ed is known for his calm, compassionate approach and his ability to explain complex tax situations in a way that actually makes sense. If you or someone you know has ever felt anxious about taxes, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. 📍 Live tonight at 8 PM EST 📺 Streaming on all Above The Bar Podcast platforms 🔗 Learn more about Ed and his work: https://linkedin.com/company/tax-fighters-inc/ Pull up a stool, bring your questions, and join us live. #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #TaxRelief #SmallBusinessSupport #FinancialPeace

    1h 1m

  4. JAN 22

    Is Franchising Right For You | Giuseppe Grammaticoba

    🎙 Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast 🎙 We are live TONIGHT at 8 PM EST with Giuseppe Grammatico, a franchise veteran, coach, author, speaker, and consultant who helps people simplify franchising and build businesses that support the life they actually want to live. Giuseppe is known for cutting through the noise around entrepreneurship and guiding candidates toward franchise models that align with their goals, values, and desired lifestyle. His passion is helping people realize the American Dream through smart, well-aligned business ownership. If you have ever wondered whether franchising could be your path to freedom, flexibility, and long-term stability, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. 📍 Live tonight at 8 PM EST Streaming on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch, X, and Instagram 🔗 Connect with Giuseppe Grammatico Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GGTheFranchiseGuide LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giuseppe-grammatico/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggthefranchiseguide/ X: https://twitter.com/ggfranchguide TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@ggthefranchiseguide YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ggthefranchiseguide 🎧 Franchise Freedom Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13LTN5UzA57w2dTB4iV0fm Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-freedom/id1499864638 🗣 Join us live, ask questions, and be part of the conversation #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #FranchiseFreedom #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwnership

    1h 2m

  5. JAN 15

    Whats Happening In Sports and Other Stuff | George MacDonald

    🎙 Tune In Tonight to The Above The Bar Podcast! 🎉 Get ready for a fun and unpredictable ride tonight at 8 PM EST as we go live with one of the hosts from The Outlaw Blitz! 🎧🔥 📌 The Outlaw Blitz is a weekly comedy podcast hosted by GMac and Winnie, where they say what others won’t, dive into dark humor, play games, share movie reviews, rank top 5 lists, and explore random rabbit holes with hilarious energy. 📍 WHO? One of the co-hosts from The Outlaw Blitz podcast 📍 WHAT? A lively conversation about their show, favorite segments, the creative process, comedy, storytelling, and what makes their podcast stand out 📍 WHERE? Streaming live on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch, X (Twitter), and Instagram 📍 WHEN? Tonight at 8 PM EST 💬 Expect laughs, candid chats, and cross-podcast energy! We’ll explore what makes The Outlaw Blitz such a fan favorite, how they keep the content fresh, and maybe even play into some of their signature “Top 5” and “Crazy Questions” segments. 🙌 Engage Live! Have a question for our guest? Drop it live during the show! Use #TheAboveTheBarPodcast and #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn to join the conversation. 🎧 Outlaw Blitz is known for saying what others think but don’t say — with bold opinions, genuine laughs, and no filter. 🔔 Don’t miss this episode — it’s going to be fun, unfiltered, and full of personality! #OutlawBlitz #ComedyPodcast #LivePodcast #PodcastCommunity #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn

    1h 9m

  6. JAN 8

    How Safe Is Your House Of Worship | Joe and Dee Evangelist

    🚨 TONIGHT at 8 PM EST 🚨 The Above The Bar Podcast goes deep on faith, safety, and preparedness. Join us live tonight with Joseph Evangelist, a faith-based security trainer and USA Carry Online Magazine contributing author, for a powerful and timely conversation every House of Worship needs to hear. 🙏🔥 Tonight we’re asking real questions • How safe is your House of Worship? • Is your church prepared for emergencies beyond Sunday service? • Can faith and real-world safety work together? • Who protects the congregation when crisis hits? Joseph trains Houses of Worship across the country through Shamar Shield, helping churches prepare for everything from extreme weather and medical emergencies to security threats, child safety, and reality-based drills inside their own buildings. This is not fear-based. This is preparedness, leadership, and stewardship. 📍 LIVE at 8 PM EST 📺 Streaming on all Above The Bar Podcast platforms 🎤 Audience interaction encouraged If you lead, serve, or attend a House of Worship, you don’t want to miss this one. #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #ChurchSafety #FaithAndPreparedness #ShamarShield #HouseOfWorship #Leadership #CommunitySafety

    1h 3m

  7. 12/18/2025

    Why Do Most Health Issues Start In The Gut | Samantha Shaw

    🔥 LIVE This Tuesday, Dec 17th at 8pm EST! 🔥 This week’s guest on The Above The Bar Podcast is Samantha Shaw, certified Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of Gut Feelings. Samantha helps people heal stubborn issues like bloating, fatigue, acne, weight changes, burnout, brain fog, and hormone imbalance by starting at the root: the gut. Through functional lab testing, personalized coaching, and bio-individual protocols, she guides clients toward better digestion, balanced hormones, more energy, and sustainable wellness. She’s also a 4th grade teacher with a Master’s in Literacy, giving her a unique perspective on how stress and dysregulation affect the body. Her mission is simple: help people feel at home in their bodies again. 🎙️ Join us live as we talk about: • Why so many symptoms start in the gut • How to restore energy naturally • What functional testing reveals • Practical steps to feel better now Connect with Samantha: Instagram @gutfeelingsco More info & free discovery call: gutfeelingsco.org #GutHealth #Wellness #HolisticHealing #IntegrativeHealth #SamanthaShaw #GutFeelingsCo #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn

    1h 1m

  8. 12/11/2025

    What Is Media Minimalism | Kira Shishkin

    🔥 This Week on The Above The Bar Podcast — LIVE Wednesday, Dec 10th at 8pm EST! 🔥 Our guest this week is Kira Shishkin, Founder & CEO of informed.now — the groundbreaking #1 news-by-SMS service that cuts through bias, clickbait, and noise to deliver factual, clean, ad-free news updates straight to your phone. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the chaos of modern media, this episode will be a game changer. About Kira Shishkin: Kira is a 4-time serial entrepreneur, investor-advisor, and one of the most accomplished innovation leaders of his generation. His track record includes: 💡 Cofounding a $100M+ FinTech marketplace at Intuit, raising $30M 💡 Building Prosperity Ventures, a stealth VC fund with 600+ evaluated deals 💡 Running one of Eastern Europe’s largest private crypto mining operations since 2016 💡 Launching an academic publishing company whose books are still used worldwide Professionally, he’s worked across investment banking, private equity, venture capital, and strategy—advising on $1B+ in transactions and implementing over 14 major corporate strategies. Academically, he holds honors degrees in Economics, Philosophy, and Abstract Mathematics from the University of Chicago and Booth School of Business, completed executive programs at Stanford, speaks four languages, and is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. Oh… and he’s also the 2018 World Public Speaking Champion. Kira’s recent work centers on information overload, media minimalism, and the future of trustworthy news — making him the perfect guest for a world drowning in headlines and starving for truth. 🎙️ Join us LIVE on Wednesday, Dec 10th at 8pm EST We’ll explore: • Why news is broken — and how informed.now is fixing it • How SMS may become the future of factual reporting • What media minimalism is and why it matters • The psychological cost of misinformation • How entrepreneurs can build with clarity in a noisy world Bring your questions, your curiosity, and maybe your skepticism — Kira is ready for all of it. #KiraShishkin #InformedNow #MediaMinimalism #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn

    1h 1m
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This is a interview style show done by a 20 year Marine Corps Veteran, where we talk to people from all walks of life to find out how they are great at what they do. They will show you how to do what they do what gave them the passion for what they do and all around entertain. Be sure to like and subscribe so you know what is happening at the bar each week.

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  • Creator
    abovethebar
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Explicit
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