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At Y’all Street, we interview fascinating guests to explore the business side of entertainment, finance, sports, music, and the arts. We learn about their stories, the ups and downs, the lessons learned, and how they ”go to market” in an ever-changing world. From the big city to the ranch, we love Texas and seek to promote our state and its growing role in finance, tech, commodities, and of course - precious metals.

  1. 16 июл.

    Ep. 46: Trey Bowles – Co-Founder of 1845 Ventures & Serial Entrepreneur

    In this episode, Evan sits down with Trey Bowles, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of 1845 Ventures, to discuss his journey building companies and helping founders turn ideas into successful businesses. After helping launch several early internet companies and spending years strengthening the North Texas startup ecosystem, Trey now partners with entrepreneurs through 1845 Ventures, a venture studio that provides the strategy, resources, and expertise needed to build scalable companies. Trey shares what he looks for in founders, why validating customer demand matters before raising capital, and how 1845 Ventures helps entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of building a business. He also explains why Dallas-Fort Worth has become one of the country's fastest-growing innovation hubs and discusses the opportunities shaping the future of entrepreneurship in North Texas. The conversation offers practical insights on leadership, hiring, perseverance, and what it truly takes to build a successful company from the ground up.

  2. 3 июл.

    Ep. 45: Lindi Marcusen – Paralympian & American Record Holder

    In this episode, Tarek sits down with Lindi Marcusen, Paralympic athlete, traumatic brain injury survivor, and amputee, to discuss the life-changing accident that forever altered the course of her life. Just 13 days after her wedding, Lindi was involved in a devastating car accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury, multiple fractures, internal bleeding, and the loss of her right leg. Doctors initially believed she would not survive, but against overwhelming odds, she began an extraordinary journey toward recovery. Lindi reflects on the physical, mental, and emotional challenges of rebuilding her life—from relearning basic skills and navigating the effects of a traumatic brain injury to discovering a renewed sense of purpose through sport. She shares how her background in gymnastics laid the foundation for her recovery, what inspired her to pursue the Paralympics, and the determination that led her to set an American record in the 100 meters before competing on the world stage at the Paris Paralympic Games. This conversation is a powerful testament to resilience, perseverance, and choosing purpose through adversity. Lindi shares her philosophy of "stepping into it"—embracing both hardship and triumph—and offers an inspiring perspective on overcoming life's greatest challenges one step at a time.

  3. 26 июн.

    Ep. 44: Uriah Hall – Former Top-10 UFC Middleweight & TUF 17 Finalist

    In this episode, Evan sits down with Uriah Hall, former Top-10 UFC Middleweight and The Ultimate Fighter Season 17 finalist, to discuss his remarkable journey from Jamaica to the UFC. After moving to New York as a teenager, Hall faced bullying, culture shock, and a struggle to find confidence before discovering martial arts and ultimately building a career on the sport’s biggest stage. Hall reflects on his rise through The Ultimate Fighter, his iconic knockout that put him on the map, and the physical and mental challenges of competing at the highest level. He also shares lessons learned from defeating his idol Anderson Silva, overcoming adversity, and navigating life after retirement. The conversation offers an honest look at resilience, mindset, personal growth, and why protecting your energy and character matters more than any accomplishment inside the cage.

  4. 18 июн.

    Ep. 43: Chad Brown – Veteran, Conservationist & Founder of Love Is King

    Fresh off his appearance on Oprah's Life Is Better With Dogs, Chad Brown joins Tarek to share the remarkable journey that transformed his life and inspired a movement dedicated to healing, mentorship, and service. A Navy combat veteran, conservationist, and founder of Love Is King, Chad opens up about his struggles with PTSD, homelessness, anxiety, and a suicide attempt following his military service—and the unexpected path that led him toward recovery. Through fly fishing, time spent in nature, and the companionship of his service dog, Axe, Chad discovered a renewed sense of purpose that would eventually lead him to found Soul River. What began as an effort to connect veterans and at-risk youth through outdoor experiences has since grown under the broader mission of Love Is King, creating opportunities for mentorship, conservation, leadership development, and personal transformation. The conversation explores resilience, the healing power of community, and why serving others is often the key to healing ourselves. Chad also shares how storytelling, nature, and human connection continue to shape his work and inspire the next generation of leaders.

  5. 12 июн.

    Ep. 42: Matthew Iommi – Co-Founder & CEO of Fetii

    In this episode, Evan sits down with Matthew Iommi, co-founder and CEO of Fetii, the group rideshare platform transforming how large groups move around cities. Broadcasting from Austin, Texas, Iommi shares the unlikely origin story of buying a party bus off Facebook Marketplace while attending Texas A&M and how that decision evolved into a company now transporting more than 2.2 million passengers annually. The conversation explores how Fetii modernized the outdated group transportation industry, survived the COVID-19 pandemic through a critical business pivot, and ultimately earned backing from Y Combinator and billionaire investor Mark Cuban. Iommi also breaks down the company's unique growth strategies, including the famous "God Mode" marketing playbook, and discusses how Fetii is leveraging proprietary AI tools to optimize transportation networks, predict demand, and redefine the future of group mobility.

  6. 22 мая

    Ep. 41: Leigh Veidman – Head Coach of Spokane Velocity FC

    Tarek is joined by Leigh Veidman, head coach of Spokane Velocity FC, to discuss the growth of professional soccer in Spokane and the evolving landscape of the sport across the United States. Veidman shares his journey growing up in inner-city Liverpool, overcoming adversity, and receiving a second chance that ultimately changed the course of his life and coaching career. The conversation explores Spokane Velocity’s rapid success as a club, the structure of the U.S. soccer pyramid, and the often nonlinear pathway players take to reach the professional level. Veidman also dives into his coaching philosophy centered around “people before players,” emphasizing leadership, resilience, culture, and understanding the individual behind the athlete. Beyond the field, the episode examines the future of soccer in America, including the impact of the upcoming World Cup, the growth of the USL, and the development of the next generation of coaches and players in the United States.

  7. 23 апр.

    Ep. 40: Evan Baehr – Founder of Arena Hall & co-author of Get Backed

    In this wide-ranging episode of Y’all Street, Tarek sits down with Evan Baehr - entrepreneur, co-founder of Able, and founder of Arena Hall, to discuss his approach to building companies and creating meaningful community. A graduate of Princeton, Yale, and Harvard Business School, Evan's career spans venture-backed startups and early experience at the White House. Evan shares why he believes startups are one of the most effective ways to bring together talent, capital, and ambition to drive real impact. They explore the role of storytelling in early-stage investing, where conviction in the founder often outweighs a fully developed business model, and break down the mindset behind entrepreneurship through the idea of “the man in the arena” – valuing those who step into the challenge and build, regardless of outcome. The conversation also dives into the decline of community and the rise of loneliness, introducing the concept of social capital as the relationships and networks that support people in real, tangible ways. Evan explains how Arena Hall, his latest project in Austin, is designed to rebuild that foundation by creating a physical space centered on connection, collaboration, and intentional hospitality. From startup building to community design, this episode highlights how people, ideas, and environments shape the way we live, work, and build for the future.

  8. 15 апр.

    Ep. 39: Lorne Whitmore – Managing Director of Sales, Royal Canadian Mint

    This week on Y’all Street, Tarek sits down with Lorne Whitmore, Managing Director of Sales at the Royal Canadian Mint, one of the most advanced and trusted minting institutions in the world, to explore how the organization operates at the center of global precious metals markets. As a crown corporation wholly owned by the Canadian government, the Mint runs two primary facilities in Ottawa and Winnipeg, managing everything from gold refining to large-scale coin production for countries around the world. Lorne breaks down the primary business lines of the Mint, including its globally recognized Maple Leaf bullion coins, an expansive numismatics program producing highly detailed collectible coins, and its role as a custodian for precious metal ETFs. The conversation also dives into the technical side of refining gold to “four nines” purity and beyond, the use of advanced technologies like AI in production and quality control, and the robust security features that protect against counterfeiting, including micro-engraving and digital tracking systems. They also cover broader market dynamics, from the impact of tariffs and trade agreements to how fluctuations in metal prices influence investor behavior and supply chains, offering a comprehensive look at how the Royal Canadian Mint balances innovation, security, and global scale in this evolving financial landscape.

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At Y’all Street, we interview fascinating guests to explore the business side of entertainment, finance, sports, music, and the arts. We learn about their stories, the ups and downs, the lessons learned, and how they ”go to market” in an ever-changing world. From the big city to the ranch, we love Texas and seek to promote our state and its growing role in finance, tech, commodities, and of course - precious metals.

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    Y’all Street
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    2025 - 2026
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