Never Clocked Out

In this episode of Never Clocked Out, Buck sits down with Adam Johnson, founder of LowCoRods, to talk about turning a lifelong passion for fishing into a growing small business - and the lessons learned along the way.Takeaways:Turning a lifelong passion for fishing into a businessFrom 24 years in the Army to entrepreneurshipStarting in the garage and building custom fly rodsKnowing when it’s time to move from custom work to scalable productionThe importance of putting in the reps and mastering your craftScaling a small business without losing qualityCutting out middlemen and improving cost efficiencyUsing technology to compete as a small manufacturerFinding and training local talentBuilding a business that creates memories and strengthens the community

The conversation features Richard Braun, the current District Attorney of the Atlantic Judicial Circuit of Georgia, discussing his background, family, and the upcoming election. He emphasizes the importance of adhering to the law in his role and shares insights about his experiences in various legal positions.TakeawaysImportance of law adherenceSignificance of family valuesChapters00:00 Introduction to Richard "Richy" Braun03:10 Family and Personal Values06:07 Transition to District Attorney08:47 Challenges and Achievements in Legal Roles12:02 The Role of a District Attorney14:51 Voting Process and Election Insights

From Professional Rugby to New Zealand's Wild Backcountry | Adam Hill of Alps OutfittersWhat does it take to trade professional rugby for guiding hunters through some of the most rugged mountains on Earth?In this episode of Never Clocked Out, Buck sits down with Adam Hill - former professional rugby player, lifelong hunter, rancher, and co-owner of Alps Outfitters near Queenstown, New Zealand. Adam shares how a rural upbringing, an unexpected rugby career, and a passion for the outdoors led him and fellow rugby veteran Ben May to build one of New Zealand's premier hunting operations.TakeawaysRugby in New Zealand and the USTransition from rugby to huntingHunting experiences in New Zealand Unique hunting experiences at Alps OutfittersChallenges and values in hunting and guidingCreating lasting memories through hunting experiencesChapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:34 Transition from Rugby to Hunting03:57 The Hunting Experience in New Zealand10:43 The Business of Guided Hunts14:17 Deer Culling and Conservation18:40 Hunting in New Zealand vs. the US24:16 Hunting Species in New Zealand32:31 The Unexpected Challenges of Hunting33:40 The Unique Experience at Alps Outfitters39:11 Challenges of Starting a Guide Service44:37 Values Instilled by Rugby and Family50:19 Dealing with Disappointment in Missed Shots58:13 Creating Lasting Memories Through Hunting Experiences

The conversation covers a range of topics including personal background, professional journey, vision for Bryan County Schools, key issues in education, and approaches to controversial issues. The speaker also discusses the role of AI in education, recruitment and retention of teachers, school safety, and student behavior. The conversation covers a range of topics including student support, unconventional behavior, gender identity, post-graduation preparation, partnerships with local businesses, financial stewardship, investment in teacher recognition, the role of a board member, behavioral issues, and campaigning. The need for more counselors to address behavioral issues is emphasized, along with the importance of preparing students for diverse career paths.TakeawaysVision for managing growth and fiscal responsibilityImportance of teacher compensation and classroom size in student success Supporting students with deployment challenges is crucialUnderstanding and addressing unconventional student behaviorThe need for more counselors to address behavioral issuesPreparing students for diverse career pathsChapters00:00 Introduction and Flagpole Story01:29 Podcast Series and Personal Background02:23 Professional Journey and Experience in Education05:43 Vision for Bryan County Schools07:16 Key Issues and School Building Costs12:18 Managing Growth and Fiscal Responsibility16:57 Role of AI in Education21:07 Recruitment and Retention of Teachers and Staff25:44 Teacher Compensation, Classroom Size, and Student Success26:30 School Safety, Student Behavior, and School Culture29:54 Approach to Controversial Issues in Education30:07 Supporting Students with Deployment Challenges31:03 Understanding and Addressing Unconventional Student Behavior32:05 Gender Identity and Sports Participation33:49 Preparing Students for Post-Graduation Paths37:10 Partnerships with Local Businesses and Industries38:05 Financial Stewardship and Budget Management38:53 Investment in Teacher Recognition39:35 Role of a Board of Education Member40:15 Behavioral Issues and the Need for More Counselors46:05 Campaigning and Community Engagement

Luella Sanders, a candidate for the Bryan County School Board District Four, discusses her vision for the school district, the importance of student achievement, fiscal responsibility, and workforce development. She also addresses the challenges of managing growth, maintaining academic excellence, and the role of artificial intelligence in education. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including non-traditional education, the role of AI in education, school safety, student behavior, and work-based learning. The importance of collaboration between the community, businesses, and schools is emphasized, along with the need for open dialogue and understanding.TakeawaysStudent achievement is a top priority, with a focus on providing students with diverse options for their future careers.Fiscal responsibility and workforce development are key areas of focus for the school district, along with the need for strategic planning to address the challenges of managing growth and maintaining academic excellence. Non-traditional education pathwaysThe role of AI in educationImportance of work-based learning and community collaborationChapters00:00 Introduction and Candidate Background02:13 Vision for Bryan County Schools04:30 Challenges and Opportunities in Education07:08 Preparing Students for the Workforce11:11 Managing Growth and Fiscal Responsibility16:58 Collaborative Planning for Future Development24:03 Academic Excellence and AI in Education36:25 Non-Traditional Education37:00 The Role of AI in Education38:44 School Safety and Student Behavior50:29 Work-Based Learning and Community Collaboration