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What happens when the baseball career ends—but the drive to compete doesn’t?Matt LaPorta sits down with PodNumbra to share his journey from the University of Florida to the Olympics, Major League Baseball, and ultimately the world of business, investing and entrepreneurship.A University of Florida Baseball Hall of Famer and Olympic medalist, Matt reached the highest levels of baseball before beginning an entirely new chapter after his playing days. Today, he is the Founder and Managing Partner of Wayfinder Capital Partners, where his experience as an athlete, investor and operator informs his approach to building businesses and creating long-term value. Matt talks with PodNumbra about the lessons learned at Florida, competing on the international stage, life in professional baseball, dealing with success and adversity, and making the transition from professional athlete to entrepreneur and investor.It’s a conversation about baseball, business, reinvention, perseverance and what comes next when the first dream is over.Because the path to success is rarely a straight line.Learn more about Matt and Wayfinder Capital Partners at wayfindercapitalpartners.com or connect with Matt on LinkedIn.⁠Real People. Real Conversations. Real Stories.If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to PodNumbra on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube, share this episode with someone who would enjoy Matt’s story, and please leave us a review.For more information on PodNumbra, please visit www.podnumbra.com or www.lieserskaff.com.Legal Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed during this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any other organization, business, governmental entity, or institution with which the hosts or guests may be affiliated.Participation in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement by Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any affiliated organization of any opinions, statements, products, services, or viewpoints discussed.This podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed during this podcast should be construed as legal advice, financial advice, tax advice, business advice, or professional advice of any kind. Listeners should consult qualified professionals regarding their specific circumstances before making any legal, financial, business, or personal decisions.No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting questions, communicating with the hosts or guests, or relying on any information discussed during the podcast. The transmission or receipt of information through this podcast does not establish an attorney-client relationship with any host, guest, or their respective organizations.While the hosts and guests strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, no representations or warranties are made regarding the accuracy of any information discussed. Listeners assume full responsibility for their use of any information obtained from this podcast.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this disclaimer.

Four straight SEC Championships. A National Championship. Team captain. And then an entirely different chapter as an artist.James Bates joins PodNumbra to tell the story of his remarkable journey—from playing linebacker for Steve Spurrier and the Florida Gators to captaining the legendary 1996 National Championship team, and eventually reinventing himself as B8TESY.James takes us inside one of the greatest eras in Florida football history and shares what really went into building a championship team: hard work, brotherhood, preparation—and, yes, a little luck.We talk about Coach Steve Spurrier, the personalities and culture behind those dominant Gator teams, winning four consecutive SEC Championships (1993–1996), and what it meant to finally bring Florida its first consensus football National Championship.But James Bates’ story didn’t end when the pads came off.We also explore his career in broadcasting, his creativity, and the unexpected path that led him to become B8TESY, turning his passion for art into another successful chapter of his life.Football. Championships. Brotherhood. Art. Reinvention.This is the story of James Bates. (And despite a few sections sounding like we were recording from inside of a submarine, the interview is fun, engaging and full of fun Gator stories)PodNumbra — Real People. Real Conversations. Real Stories.Because the path to success is rarely a straight line.Subscribe, follow and share the episode with a Gator who remembers the glory days of the ’90s. For more information on James follow on Instagram @jb8sy and b8sypaint.com.For more information on PodNumbra, please visit www.podnumbra.com or www.lieserskaff.com.Legal Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed during this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any other organization, business, governmental entity, or institution with which the hosts or guests may be affiliated. Participation in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement by Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any affiliated organization of any opinions, statements, products, services, or viewpoints discussed.This podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed during this podcast should be construed as legal advice, financial advice, tax advice, business advice, or professional advice of any kind. Listeners should consult qualified professionals regarding their specific circumstances before making any legal, financial, business, or personal decisions.No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting questions, communicating with the hosts or guests, or relying on any information discussed during the podcast. The transmission or receipt of information through this podcast does not establish an attorney-client relationship with any host, guest, or their respective organizations.Listeners assume full responsibility for their use of any information obtained from this podcast.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this disclaimer.

While Conrad Thompson may be known as “Conrad the Mortgage Guy,” he also know a thing or three about podcasting, business, advertising, and professional wrestling.What started with a love of professional wrestling eventually led Conrad to meet Ric Flair, become friends with the Nature Boy, and start podcasting with one of the most iconic figures in wrestling history. From there, as they say, the rest is history.On this episode of PodNumbra, Conrad takes us through that journey—from his passion for wrestling, to meeting Ric Flair, to getting into podcasting and ultimately building one of the most recognizable podcasting brands in the wrestling world.We talk about Something to Wrestle, 83 Weeks, and What Happened When, where Conrad teams up with the legendary Tony Schiavone. What Happened When is a weekly show hosted by Tony and Conrad that takes listeners back through some of the most memorable eras and stories in professional wrestling.And, of course, we talked about the GOAT himself, Hulk Hogan. Conrad shares the stories, lessons and experiences that helped shape his career and offers a firsthand look at what happens when you combine passion, relationships, opportunity and a willingness to take a chance.Because sometimes the path to success starts with simply loving what you do. Real people. Real conversations. Real success. Zero robot butlers.Check out Conrad’s work at SaveWithConrad.com, along with his podcasts, projects, merchandise and more. Follow Conrad on Instagram @HeyHeyitsconradthompson and on X @HeyHeyItsConrad. For more information about PodNumbra and its host, please visit www.LieserSkaff.com. Please ring the bell and subscribe!Legal Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed during this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any other organization, business, governmental entity, or institution with which the hosts or guests may be affiliated. Participation in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement by Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any affiliated organization of any opinions, statements, products, services, or viewpoints discussed.This podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed during this podcast should be construed as legal advice, financial advice, tax advice, business advice, or professional advice of any kind. Listeners should consult qualified professionals regarding their specific circumstances before making any legal, financial, business, or personal decisions.No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting questions, communicating with the hosts or guests, or relying on any information discussed during the podcast. The transmission or receipt of information through this podcast does not establish an attorney-client relationship with any host, guest, or their respective organizations.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this disclaimer. 

In this episode of PodNumbra, we sit down with Samuel Salario for a conversation about his remarkable legal career and the experiences that have shaped the way he practices law today.Samuel shares his perspective on clerking for a federal judge and later serving as an appellate judge on Florida’s Second District Court of Appeal, after being appointed by then-Governor—and now U.S. Senator—Rick Scott.Those experiences gave Samuel a unique view of the law from the other side of the bench. He discusses how seeing cases from the judicial perspective has influenced the way he evaluates arguments, understands the judicial process, and ultimately better represents his clients today.It’s a conversation about the law, leadership, persistence, and the experiences that shape us professionally—and how every chapter of a career can provide lessons that make us better at what we do.Because success rarely follows a straight line.That’s what PodNumbra is all about.Real people. Real conversations. Real success.For more information about Samuel Salario, visit www.lawsonhuckgonzalez.com.For more information about PodNumbra and its guests, visit www.podnumbra.com or LieserSkaff.com. Please ring the bell, share, and subscribe!Legal Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed during this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any other organization, business, governmental entity, or institution with which the hosts or guests may be affiliated. Participation in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement by Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any affiliated organization of any opinions, statements, products, services, or viewpoints discussed.This podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed during this podcast should be construed as legal advice, financial advice, tax advice, business advice, or professional advice of any kind. Listeners should consult qualified professionals regarding their specific circumstances before making any legal, financial, business, or personal decisions.No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting questions, communicating with the hosts or guests, or relying on any information discussed during the podcast. The transmission or receipt of information through this podcast does not establish an attorney-client relationship with any host, guest, or their respective organizations.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this disclaimer. 

For Episode 20 of PodNumbra, we sit down with bestselling crime novelist Michael Connelly, the creator of Harry Bosch, Mickey Haller, Renée Ballard and countless unforgettable characters.After pursuing building construction at the University of Florida, Mike had an epiphany, he’d rather build stories than houses. From there, his journey to the top of the publishing world was anything but a straight line.Timing, a little luck, great fatherly advice, relentless work ethic, incredible attention to detail and a dogged pursuit of his dream all played a role in getting Mike where he is today. His books have captivated millions and inspired some of the biggest crime stories on screen.But despite all his success, Mike remains focused on his craft. He starts writing in the early Los Angeles morning, often before the city is awake, challenging himself to set the bar higher with every book.A remarkable career. A relentless craftsman. And a story that proves success is earned one page at a time. For more information about  Michael Connelly, please visit www.michaelconnelly.com or visit any store/website that sells books. For more information about PodNumbra and its host, please visit www.podnumbra.com or www.LieserSkaff.com. Please ring the bell and subscribe!Legal Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed during this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any other organization, business, governmental entity, or institution with which the hosts or guests may be affiliated. Participation in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement by Lieser Skaff, PLLC, the guest's employer, or any affiliated organization of any opinions, statements, products, services, or viewpoints discussed.This podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed during this podcast should be construed as legal advice, financial advice, tax advice, business advice, or professional advice of any kind. Listeners should consult qualified professionals regarding their specific circumstances before making any legal, financial, business, or personal decisions.No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting questions, communicating with the hosts or guests, or relying on any information discussed during the podcast. The transmission or receipt of information through this podcast does not establish an attorney-client relationship with any host, guest, or their respective organizations.While the hosts and guests strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, no representations or warranties are made regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or applicability of any information discussed. Listeners assume full responsibility for their use of any information obtained from this podcast.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this disclaimer.