Fred Talk with Freddy Vasquez

NOAH GIBNEY IS AN ESTABLISHED MUSICIAN ON HIS WAY TO PROFESSIONAL STARDOM – AND HE’S ONLY 16 YEARS OLD!

I had the pleasure of catching an impromptu performance by Noah at the Habitat Berks Birdhouse Challenge. I was definitely infatuated with the vibe and knew I had to meet him one day. Lucky for me, I was actually contacted by a friend of his to possibly be a guest on the show.

Sure enough, we got together and boy was this interview a great one! Noah has collaborated with G-Love, met the president, and all because he took a chance by sending out a message. You can’t beat tenacity!

LEARN MORE ABOUT NOAH GIBNEY

Spotify: Noah Gibney
TikTok: @thenoah_gibney
Instagram: @thenoah_gibney
Facebook: @noah.gibney.359

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SHOW NOTES

Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Immortality does not exist. Eventually, it will be our time to move on to the next chapter, whatever that is depending on your beliefs. Lately, it's been on my brain based on the news I've received or events I've experienced. it gets you to think on many different levels.

My own mortality weighs on me daily. I know what I need to do to improve, but I stay on this terrible path and nothing changes. But that's my own problem. If I want to change, I need to make a real effort. After I sit there and complain about myself for a while in my head, I move on to my loved ones.

I watched a video a while back and it left a mark. A gentleman on a podcast spoke about how many times you have left to see your parents. I did the math and the number will scare you. You always think they'll be there forever, but reality sets in and you start to consider what you plan on doing to make that number larger.

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DAN CLOUSER IN AN AUTHOR, BLOGGER, PODCASTER, SPEAKER, AND ADVENTURE SEEKER.

The first time Dan was on Fred Talk, we spoke about him and his wife Sandy selling all of their possessions and leaving the normal routine of everyday life. Fast forward a couple of years and he’s back with a new book release, podcast, and more stories than you can count.

Inspiring to say the least, Dan fills us in on his latest adventures to North Dakota, Kentucky, and how he’s looking forward to Canada and Alaska. But Dan is more than just traveling. We get into music, baseball, visiting unique ballparks, and so much more.

My wife and I hope to follow in his footsteps sooner than later, and look forward to being able to talk about our own adventures.

LEARN MORE ABOUT DAN CLOUSER

Website: Journey of My Mother’s Son
Podcast: Spotify
Book: The Journey of My Mother’s Son
Book: The Beauty of a Diamond

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SHOW NOTES

Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

I have a hard time saying no. I am often asked to attend events, contribute to community efforts, or simply give money, and the first word out of my mouth is always, Yes! But this time, it was almost more of a benefit to me than the actual organization asking for help.

I had the amazing opportunity to interview Candace Nelson at the 2023 Greater Reading Chamber Alliance Dinner because she requested it be in that type of format. She had no interest in just showing up and speaking, so that opened the door for me to be that guy.

Putting myself in an uncomfortable position put the fear of god in me. I was terrified. I stood up in front of over 800 people and had to be me. Freddy Vasquez. The guy with the white beard isn’t afraid of anything.

Well, this evening, that was being put to the test.

Show Notes

GRCA: https://greaterreading.org/
Social Clover Marketing: https://socialclovermarketing.com/
Candace Nelson: https://candace-nelson.com/

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Jack Gombach is a relentless optimist and an advocate for Reading, PA, and its surrounding communities.

I only met Jack a couple of times around town, but I love his vibe. He always has a smile on his face and is all about making his community better - one of my favorite traits! It was entertaining and informative being able to sit down with Jack and discuss Reading, PA, how the community can come together and make it better, and what may come. There's been so much talk about improvements, especially about the potential of having the train back in town and we try and break down what needs to happen to make it a reality.

Learn More About Jack Gombach

LinkedIn: @Jack-Gombach-for-PA
Facebook: @JackForPA
Website: McNees Wallace & Nurick

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Visiting Charleston, SC was definitely an eye-opening experience. What I originally thought was going to be a trip full of overeating and complaints about walking, ended up being more than I could ever expect.

Charleston was built on slave labor for almost two centuries. It was a key port for slavery, so much so that 80% of African Americans can potentially trace a relative that lived there. Even though the last remaining slave port in the US still resides in Charleston as a museum, most slaves were bought and sold right on the dock as they walked off the boats.

When visiting Boone Hall Plantation, I realized slavery was real. I know it sounds like a dumb statement, but all I ever knew of slavery was from books in elementary school. To be on a piece of land that housed slavery was surreal. I visited slave homes as seen in the photo above. They were smaller than my office and housed 21 slaves. They were also a sign of wealth for the plantation owners.

We can't forget history. I know this now that I visited Charleston and saw the horrors of slavery. Do yourself a favor and visit Charleston if you can. I guarantee it will leave a mark.

Show Notes
Poogan's Porch: https://www.poogansporch.com/
Brown Dog Deli: https://browndogdeli.com/
Boone Hall Plantation: https://www.boonehallplantation.com/

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Anthony Matz is the photographer and eye behind Berks County Views and one of my go-to photographers for FXV Digital Design.

I was asked to participate in Career Day for Wyomissing Schools a year or so ago and I saw a gentleman with the same style in eyewear that I have. After chatting for a bit, I found out he was a freelance photographer and was pretty new to the game.

Fast forward a few months and a few chance encounters, Anthony and I worked on our first project together and he let me in on the news that he was the eye behind Berks County Views.

Learn More About Anthony Matz
Website: Berks County Views
Facebook: @BerksCountyViews
Instagram: @BerksCountyViews
TikTok: @BerksCountyViews

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Brian Adams is the owner of The Art Room in West Reading, PA, and one of my most valued allies when it comes to philanthropy and making change.

I met Brian two years ago when he contacted me to participate in The Awesome Toy Drive. Since then, we've always had the best conversations in his shop. We talk about small business, spill the tea on the avenue, and what we need to succeed in life.

What I loved about this episode was our discussion about religion. It's refreshing to hear from a man who is technically not welcome in certain areas of the catholic church but still has faith. Oh, and before I forget, Brian was a personal shopper to the glamorous in New York City and even shopped for the hit movie Creed.

Learn More About Brian Adams
Website: The Art Room
Facebook: @TheArtRoomWR
Instagra,: @TheArtRoom_WR

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Aaron Simser is the owner of Artistic Visions Wildlife in Douglassville, PA, and a badass United States Marine. Aaron was introduced to me by a friend of mine in the restaurant business. I was ignorant to the world of hunting and taxidermy, but I received a quick education when I was asked to visit Artistic Visions Wildlife. Words can't even begin to describe the creativity and art that goes into every piece that enters Aaron's shop. It's easy to jump to conclusions and pass judgment when you don't understand the lifestyle of a hunter. But befriending Aaron has taught me there's more to it than just killing an animal. The stories, relationships, and actual benefits to hunting and taxidermy are all right here from the master himself.

Learn More About Aaron Simser
Website: Artistic Visions Wildlife
Facebook: @ArtisticVisionsTaxidermy
Instagra,: @ArtisticVisionsWildlife

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

English Bradley is a passionate, overly-organized community member, and Administrative Manager at BCTV in Reading, PA.

I met English a few years back at a networking event and we've been friends ever since. Her passion for community and outgoing positive attitude make it easy to have her in your circle of friends that help lift you to higher levels of success.

She truly loves people and makes it a point to ensure she is at her best when she schedules to meet anyone. She literally schedules naps for self-care and for you!

Learn More About English Bradley
Website: BCTV
LinkedIn: English Bradley

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Brad Coley is an agent with Goosehead Insurance located in Reading, PA.

Brad was a successful insurance agent with a local company when he started to see signs that the times were a changin'. To his dismay, he was let go and was a man with "no home, " only armed with years of insurance industry experience. 

Brad describes being upset, shocked and compared it to a divorce. "Shit Happens!" is a direct quote, but after the initial grief period, he knew this would be the perfect time to take care of himself. Eating right, mentally getting stronger, and getting his "geese" in a row opened a brand new door to a better opportunity.

Brad Coley's reputation precedes him, and I personally knew he would come out on top, ready to rock and roll like always.

Learn More About Brad Coley
Website: Goosehead Insurance
LinkedIn: Brad Coley

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Show Notes
Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

John Whitehall is an entrepreneur and sales consultant with over 35 years of experience coaching high-performing and winning sales organizations in a variety of industries. When John and I get together, the stars align. The amount of knowledge he encompasses is astronomical and I always leave our conversations with more nuggets that help me with my day-to-day business strategies. It almost feels like stealing because the knowledge he bestows upon me is priceless.

In this episode we discuss emotions in sales, and how it is pretty much the foundation of all of our decision-making. We also discuss role-playing and how practicing just about anything in life makes you better when it times to shine.

Learn More About John Whitehall
LinkedIn: John Whitehall

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Beth McCormick is the owner and operator of Tri-Boba Food Truck, a small business she started to give her autistic son a chance.

When her son turned 16, Beth decided to try and help her son get involved in the workforce. To her dismay, there weren't many vocational opportunities for not only her son but other kids with disabilities. With her vocational background and dream of being an entrepreneur, Beth decided to start Tri-Boba Food Truck.

She retired early, started to sling bubble tea, and gave her son an opportunity. But her passion did not go unnoticed. Once word got out about her true mission behind Tri-Boba, other parents asked how their children could get involved. Now Beth is on her way to having 14 employees this season and who knows how far she can go? Beth is definitely a rockstar in our community.

Learn More About Beth McCormick
Website: Tri-Boba Food Truck
Facebook: @TriBobaTruck
Instagram: @TriBobaTruck

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Alec Reinert is the Director of Operations at Science Explorers, focusing on shaping the minds of youth through STEM education.

Alec and I have been friends for years and are apparently mistaken for brothers! He's a community pillar and asked for my involvement in 2019 when I founded the Awesome Toy Drive.

Fast forward to 2023, and he is now a member of the awesome team at Science Explorers. I was recently invited to participate in an experiment for the children at Riverside Elementary in Reading, PA, and I can't wait for the next one!

Learn More About Alec Reinert
Website: Science Explorers
Facebook: @ScienceExplorersInc
Instagram: @ScienceExplorers
LinkedIn: @AlecReinert

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Rachel Romig is the Senior Director of Events and Special Programs at the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance and the owner of Just Breathe Wedding and Event Planning.

I was lucky enough to connect with Rachel on LinkedIn after she sent me a message about an upcoming GRCA event. I knew her from gracing local magazine covers and being a community leader, so I figured why not take a shot and ask her to be on the show? Let me tell ya, that was one of my best moves because the conversation we had was awesome!

We talked baseball, Parks and Recreation, The Office, feminism, masculinity, and a slew of other subjects that we both hold near and dear to our hearts. This was an episode for the books!

Learn More About Rachael Romig

Website: Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Wedding Wire: Just Breathe.
Facebook: @JustBreatheEventsCo
Instagram: @JustBreatheEventsCo
LinkedIn: @RachaelRomig

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Alexis Kessaris is a Pelvic Floor Therapist at Core Health Chiropractic.

Have you ever heard of pelvic floor therapy? I just found out this existed when I met the wonderful Alexis Kessaris. She filled me in on the specialized therapy's “ins and outs” and how it is not just for women. It may be embarrassing to most men if you're having "male problems," but seeing a pelvic floor therapist can change your life!

Oh, did I mention she has a vagina costume?

Learn More About Alexis Kessaris

Website: Core Health Chiropractic
Facebook: @CoreHealthBerks
Instagram: @CoreHealthBerks

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Brad Stephenson is an award-winning entrepreneur and CEO of New Castle Lawn and Landscape.

And this means absolutely nothing! And it's not a dig because the worth Brad brings to the table is not in business but instead in human development and belief in oneself. Our conversation was one of the most transparent in the 74 times I've done this podcast, and I couldn't help but appreciate his trust in me to share his story.

Learn More About Brad Stephenson

Website: New Castle
Facebook: @94newcastle
Instagram: @94newcastle
LinkedIn: @brad-stephenson
YouTube: @newcastle9474

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

ATTENTION! THIS IS NOT A REPEAT!

We don't usually wait to bring back a guest. Still, I was so enamored by his story that I forgot the selfish reason I wanted Sir Hamilton Newton on this show - voiceovers. Hamilton started as a local DJ on the ones and twos, got gigs at prestigious radio stations around the country, and has now excelled in his career in the voiceover space. I've always been told I had a face for radio, so why not learn from the best?

Learn More About Sir Hamilton Newton

Website: Sir Hamilton Newton
Facebook: @sirhamiltonnewton
Instagram: @sirhamiltonnewton_vo
LinkedIn: @sir-hamilton-newton
YouTube: @sirhamiltonnewton8520

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Tricia Williams is the founder of Social Clover Marketing.

For many of us, COVID was a huge bummer. But for some, it was a new opportunity. Tricia was furloughed from her employer at the time with no timeline for return. Instead of sitting on her laurels, she decided to start a new business where her talents could be used to give her the freedom she longed for.

Now, this isn't the first rodeo for Tricia. She has already started and sold a business since I met her. Being an entrepreneur is in her DNA.

Connect with Tricia Williams

Website: Social Clover Marketing
Facebook: @SocialCloverMarketing
Instagram: @SocialCloverMarketing
LinkedIn: @tricia-williams

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai

Sir Hamilton Newton is a DJ, Voiceover Artist, Fighter, and Survivor.

When I first sat down to speak with Hamilton, I figured we would do the usual routine of where you’re from, where you’ve been, etc. But what I didn’t expect was full transparency.

Hamilton has lived not one but many lives in his short span of time here on Earth, and he’s made it admittedly hard on himself and others. But what I truly respect about the man is how he sat here like an open book hoping to let anyone in the dark know that the light is not too far away.

Learn More About Sir Hamilton Newton

Website: Sir Hamilton Newton
Facebook: @sirhamiltonnewton
Instagram: @sirhamiltonnewton_vo
LinkedIn: @sir-hamilton-newton
YouTube: @sirhamiltonnewton8520

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Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media
Music By: Beats by Dai