Back

Explore every episode of the podcast Real Conversations

Dive into the complete episode list for Real Conversations. Each episode is cataloged with detailed descriptions, making it easy to find and explore specific topics. Keep track of all episodes from your favorite podcast and never miss a moment of insightful content.

Rows per page:

1–50 of 165

TitlePub. DateDuration
#127 Life Update / Q&A: Our First Month in Business (ft. Jon Peterson)04 Nov 202400:37:46

Please share this episode with a friend. Jon and I share how our first month in business with the restaurant has been going, what our lives have looked like, and answer questions submitted by Real Conversations' listeners.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor


#126 Dane Laughlin- Risk, Mental Models, & Pivotal Decisions28 Oct 202401:35:34

Dane Laughlin is one of the leading experts in the XR industry developing cutting edge technology. He has been asked to speak at notable conferences including MIT (x2) and Amazon ReInvent.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot:

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Dane's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danelaughlin/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

#117 RC Rewind: Dan Fleyshman- Youngest Founder of a Publicly Traded Company26 Aug 202400:24:00

Dan is one of the most well connected people I've ever met. In his network are people like: Kim Kardashian, David Goggins, Dan Bilzerian, Logan Paul, Jesse Itzler, and even Tom Brady. In this episode, we discuss Dan's story, how he trademarked the phrase "Who's your Daddy", and leveraging your network.


If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832


My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor
Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danfleyshman/?hl=en

#27 Kieran O'Brien- Selling his Tech Startup at 23 Years Old07 Nov 202200:29:19

Kieran O'Brien is a 23 year old entrepreneur and founder of the newly acquired tech company, Media Kits. Kieran and Jacob discuss entrepreneurship, their shared interest in competing in an Ironman race, thoughts on Facebook and Snapchat, and much more. 

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing, rating, and reviewing it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Follow Jacob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

Follow Kieran on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kieranobrien/

#26 Training for 50 miles, Elon Buys Twitter, No Shave November, & David Goggin's New Book31 Oct 202200:57:43

This episode is a big milestone-- it's our first video podcast. We're experimenting with some new features, so if you're on Spotify or YouTube, you should be able to watch this episode! In this episode, Jacob and Jon give life updates, discuss ultra marathons, Elon Musk purchasing Twitter, no shave November, and a whole lot more.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Follow Jacob on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

Follow Jon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejonpete

#25 Jennifer Strong McConachie- Ultrarunner, Endurance Athlete, & Author17 Oct 202200:47:47

Jennifer Strong McConachie has been competing in triathlons for as long as she can remember. She eventually ventured into marathons, ultramarathons (any race over 26.2 miles), mountaineering, adventure racing and much more. She has a resume full of feats that most could not fathom even attempting-- from running 100 miles to escaping Alcatraz in the frigid cold San Francisco water. We cover a lot in this episode-- if you'd like to learn more, check out her book here

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Connect with Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenstrongmccon

Follow Jacob on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

#24 Grant Johnson- College Dropout, Inventor, & Koch's Youngest Employee Ever03 Oct 202201:03:51

This episode features Grant Johnson, a 19 year old college dropout, self-taught coder, who is Koch Industries youngest employee ever. In this episode, Grant shares his story of learning to code at 17, some of the cool projects he's worked on, being intramural basketball champs with Jacob, and a plethora of other topics. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Connect with Grant on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grant._.johnson

Follow Jacob on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

#23 Joe Holthusen- Wichita State Athlete, All-American Hurdler19 Sep 202201:04:39

This episode features Joseph Holthusen, a division one athlete for Wichita State University and a former All-American hurdler. In this episode, Joe and Jacob discuss the rigger of being a D-I athlete, Joe's journey into entrepreneurship, and a whole lot of other topics (like the Titanic).  

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Connect with Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_holthusen/?hl=en

Follow Jacob on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

Follow Jon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejonpete


#22 Dave Cunningham- 33 Marathons, Ultras, & Triathlons12 Sep 202200:45:50

Dave Cunningham is an entrepreneur (Founder of Flint Hills Group) and former marathoner. Dave went from a track drop-out to running 33 marathons, an ultra, and a triathlon over a 16 year period. He shares his inspiring story and they discuss the great challenge of running and Dave offers insights and tips. 

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Connect with Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davecunninghamjr/

Check out Flint Hills Group: https://flinthillsgroup.com/

Follow Real Conversations on Instagram: www.instagram.com/real.conversations

Shop Venture Mentality: www.venturementality.com

#21 Rob Gerlach, Jon Peterson, and Jacob O'Connor- The Dallas Trip, UFC 277, Meeting the Champ, & being in a Commercial22 Aug 202200:18:21

In this experimental episode, Rob Gerlach (Executive Director of Tech Transfer & Commercialization at Wichita St.) interviews Jacob and Jon. They spend the majority of the time recounting their recent trip to Dallas, meeting the Feather Weight Champion, and being in a commercial. Keep an eye out for an Interview with Rob Gerlach being released in the upcoming weeks. 

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Follow Real Conversations on Instagram: www.instagram.com/real.conversations

Shop Venture Mentality: www.venturementality.com

#20 Quinn Robertson- Entrepreneurship & Hidden Gems in Wichita15 Aug 202200:40:49

In this episode we are joined by my good friend Quinn Robertson. Quinn is one of the most well connected and in-tune people in the Wichita entrepreneurship/business scenes. He is a former Koch analyst who now runs an Angel Investment group called Accelerate Venture Partners (AVP). He works with exciting founders and investors every day and is working to make a difference in the Wichita business community. 

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Connect with Quinn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quinn-robertson/

Email Quinn: quinn@nxtus.io

Follow Real Conversations on Instagram: www.instagram.com/real.conversations

Shop Venture Mentality: www.venturementality.com

#19 Evan O'Connor- Pie Challenge, POTUS visits the Family Farm, Chicago, 2,000 Push Ups, & Fighting Fires01 Aug 202200:31:47

In this second edition of Keeping up with the Cousins, Jacob and Evan discuss some of the exciting things they've done over the past few months. They discuss Evan losing a pie eating challenge, President Biden visiting our family farm in northern Illinois, their trip to Chicago, and other interesting life updates.

If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Follow Evan on Instagram: www.instagram.com/evan__oconnor

Check out Venture Mentality: www.venturementality.com

Follow Real Conversations on Instagram: www.instagram.com/real.conversations

#18 Jimmy Rex- Real Estate Expert Sinks his House Boat04 Jul 202200:31:14

Jimmy Rex is a real estate entrepreneur from Utah. Over the past 15 years, he has personally sold around 2,500 houses including the most expensive home in Utah ($35M). In this episode, Jacob and Jimmy discuss the beauty of the American Dream, Jimmy sinking his house boat (the title will make more sense when you listen), and wide range of other topics.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend.

Follow Jimmy on Instagram: www.instagram.com/mrjimmyrex

Follow Venture Mentality on Instagram: www.instagram.com/venture.mentality

#116 Life Update / Q&A: Sacrifice, Personal Goals, & Opening a Restaurant (ft. Jon Peterson)19 Aug 202400:41:10

Please share this episode with a friend. Jon and I share how opening the restaurant has been going, what our lives have looked like, and answer questions submitted by Real Conversations' listeners.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor


#17- 2,000 Pull Ups & Push Ups with Jon Peterson27 Jun 202200:30:01

Back for round 4, Jon Peterson joins Jacob to discuss their 2,000 challenge that they completed in late April. Jon did 2,000 push ups and Jacob did 2,000 pull ups. In this episode they do an in depth debrief of the challenge, what it was like, their takeaways, etc. 


Follow Jon on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejonpete

Follow Real Conversations on Instagram: www.instagram.com/real.conversations

#16 Curt Gridley- Getting Acquired in 24 months & Groover Labs19 Jun 202200:30:45

Curt Gridley started Amber Waves Systems Inc. in 1994 which was acquired by U.S. Robotics only two years later. More recently, he is the Co Founder of the Wichita based co working space, Groover Labs. In this episode we discuss Curt's upbringing, the role it played in his life, and what it was like running Amber Wave Systems. 

Check Out Groover Labs: https://www.grooverlabs.org

Subscribe, Rate, & Review the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Follow Jacob on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

#15 Carter Nelson- He finally got his Olympic Trial Time06 Jun 202200:26:13

Carter Nelson (aka "Gills") is a Division I swimmer at Texas A&M. Jacob and Carter have been friends for years starting with the StartUp program, random challenges, and even a dodgeball tournament. In this episode, Carter shares the story of getting his Olympic Qualifier time, what it's like to be a D1 athlete, and the story of the time Jacob almost joined the swim team. 

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate, and review it:

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Carter's Instagram: www.instagram.com/carternelson_48

Jacob's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

#14 Bryce Lob- Hidden Perks of Entrepreneurship, Celebrity Tequila Brands,& the Tarahumara02 May 202200:56:58

Bryce Lob is the Founder and Owner of Una Vida Tequila and El Trago. Bryce shares insights into what it's like running a tequila company, his thoughts on celebrity tequila brands, and much more. Jacob has an interesting realization regarding the world's greatest runners: The Tarahumara. 

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate, and review it:

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Bryce's Instagram: www.instagram.com/brycelob

Una Vida Tequila: https://unavidatequila.com

Jacob's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

Jon's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejonpete

#13 Alex Quinn- Founder of St. Louis AI Startup Disruptel21 Mar 202200:38:57

In this episode Jacob joins Alex Quinn in his STL office to catch up on a wide variety of topics (listen to our first interview in 2020 here). Their conversation primarily revolves around Alex's company, Disruptel. Alex started Disruptel in High School and in 4 short years has raised over $2M, developed revolutionary contextual AI software, and partnered with TCL to bring their products to market. In this episode we discuss Disruptel, not going to college, NFT's, and other topics.

Check Out Disruptel: https://www.disruptel.com

Follow Alex: https://www.instagram.com/thealexquinn/

Follow Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/

Venture Mentality: https://venturementality.com

#12 Jake DeCicco- Founding Super Coffee, Hiking 29,029 ft, & Sitting Courtside28 Feb 202200:29:27

In this episode, Jacob is joined by Jake DeCicco. Jake is the Founder and CRO of Super Coffee. In this episode Jake talks about founding Super Coffee and then tells an incredible story about hiking the elevation of Mount Everest and flying to watch an NBA game courtside with the owner of the team in the middle of the hiking challenge. To date Super Coffee has raised $150M and removed 4 million pounds of sugar from American diets.

If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Check out Super Coffee: https://drinksupercoffee.com/

Connect with Jake: https://www.instagram.com/jakedecicco/

Connect with Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/

Follow Venture Mentality: https://www.instagram.com/venture.mentality/

#11 Eric Hinman- 5x Ironman & Entrepreneur21 Feb 202200:20:52

In this episode, Jacob is joined by Eric Hinman. Eric is a successful entrepreneur, restauranteur, and athlete. Eric discusses how he got his start in the business world, and how he occupies his time now-- everything from Ironman's to CrossFit to jumping in cold streams. 

Connect with Eric: https://www.instagram.com/erichinman/

Check out Venture Mentality: www.instagram.com/venture.mentality

Connect with Jacob: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

#10 Jon Peterson- 1,452 Push Ups in 6 Hours07 Feb 202200:24:38

In this episode, Jon shares what it's like doing 1,452 push ups in 6 hours. Jon and Jacob discuss doing 1,452 push ups/pull ups, what their experience was like, and why it's important to challenge yourself.

If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend: https://podcasts.apple.com/cz/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jon: https://www.instagram.com/thejonpete/

Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/

Venture Mentality: https://www.instagram.com/venture.mentality/

#9 Sae Alcorn- The Vintage Hawks31 Jan 202200:17:38

In this episode, Jacob is joined by Sae Alcorn. Sae is a D1 track athlete at the University of Kansas and the Co Founder of The Vintage Hawks (an online & pop-up shop for Vintage KC and KU gear). Sae discusses starting a Vine account with 1M followers, selling 20,000 units of apparel, and starting The Vintage Hawks.

Connect with Sae: https://www.instagram.com/saevheon/?hl=en

Check out The Vintage Hawks: https://thevintagehawks.com/password

Check out Venture Mentality: https://www.instagram.com/venture.mentality/

Connect with Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/?hl=en

#8 Luke Moberly- Stanford Student Raises $600k for Mobile App25 Jan 202200:22:56

Luke Moberly is the Founder and CEO of Bumper -- an investing app built specifically for teenagers. Luke shares what it's like being a first time Founder, raising money to fund his vision, and what it's like to do all this while in college.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend & leave a review.

Bumper: https://www.joinbumper.com

Luke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukemoberly/

Jacob: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

Venture Mentality: www.instagram.com/venture.mentality

Real Conversations: www.instagram.com/real.conversations

#115 Alana Stott- CEO, Author, Philanthropist, TV Producer, & Former Mrs. Scotland12 Aug 202400:49:51

Alana Stott (wife to Dean Stott from Ep. 112) is a multi-faceted entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist who has founded and developed Wolfraven Omnimedia as a vehicle to help tell amazing and inspirational stories. In 2018, Stott raised $1.3 million dollars for a mental health awareness campaign at the request of Prince Harry.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

Alana's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alanastott/

Alana's Website: https://alanastott.com/


#7 Bryce Lob- Founder of Una Vida Tequila20 Jan 202200:31:57

Bryce Lob is the Founder and Owner of Una Vida Tequila and El Trago. Bryce recounts starting his business and shares the epic story of Andy Frisella angel investing into his company. Jacob and Bryce also hit on physical challenges and the importance of being disciplined and facing adversity. 

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate, and review it:

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Bryce's Instagram: www.instagram.com/brycelob

Una Vida Tequila: https://unavidatequila.com

Jacob's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

#6 Eli DeFosset- Volerri: Social Fitness App10 Jan 202200:22:13

Eli, aka "Fuerte" is a true amigo and one of the smartest people I know. In this episode, they discuss Eli's new company- gym buddies (linked below). gym buddies is a free app with a social feed for progress sharing, tips, thoughts, and social networking all geared towards helping you advance in your fitness journey. *Edit: Gym Buddies has been renamed Volerri*

Support Fuerte & sign up: https://www.volerri.co/signup

Volerri: www.instagram.com/volerri

Fuerte: www.instagram.com/eli_defo

Jacob: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

Venture Mentality: www.instagram.com/venture.mentality


#5 Jon Peterson03 Jan 202200:37:03

Back for round 2, Jon is a close friend and business partner. We have worked on many of the same startups and gone on some incredible adventures together. In this episode, Jon and I discuss taking risks and going after what you want in life. 


Jon: www.instagram.com/thejonpete

Jacob: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc

Venture Mentality: www.instagram.com/venture.mentality

#4 Evan O'Connor13 Dec 202100:35:17

Evan is a fellow O'Connor, my cousin, and a close friend. He is a fitness expert ("expert" being used loosely here), an adventurer (numerous back-country experiences), and a wildland firefighter. Jacob and Evan bounce all over the place in this 35 minute episode. Perhaps the best part was a new segment called "Evan's Rant". 

Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evan__oconnor/

Jacob: www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/

Venture Mentality: www.instagram.com/venture.mentality/

#3 Jon Peterson- Jacob's Business Partner29 Nov 202100:39:15

Jon is a close friend, adventurer, and has worked in a few of the same startups as Jacob. Jon and Jacob recount some of their previous adventures to Colorado and Texas and hit on a lot of varying topics. 


Jon: https://www.instagram.com/jon_pete_/

Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/

#2 Mason Barnett- Future Real Estate Investor08 Nov 202101:00:58

Mason is a Columbia High School graduate, the owner of FreshStart Powerwashing, and an avid weight-lifter. No doubt, in the near future, he will be a day-trader, real estate investor, etc. 

Mason: https://www.instagram.com/mbarnett72/

Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/

#1 Jacob O'Connor- Welcome to Real Conversations04 Nov 202100:02:58

Welcome to Real Conversations.


Instagram:

www.instagram.com/thejacoboc



#114 Cooper Clawson- Growing His Families' Multi-Generational Businesses 05 Aug 202401:30:32

Cooper is a serial entrepreneur focused on growing his families' businesses (banking, ranching, etc.) and investing in startups.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/




#113 Jacob O'Connor- Podcast Host, Restaurant Co-Owner, & Ultramarathon Runner (Ft. Grant Johnson)29 Jul 202400:51:59

Jacob O'Connor is an established podcast host, restaurant co-owner, honey farmer, and ultramarathon runner. In this episode, Grant Johnson interviews Jacob to help his listeners get to know him better.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejacoboc/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/ Grant's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/grantjohnsoncreates/⁠


#112 Dean Stott- Special Ops, 2x World Record Holder, Author, & Netflix Star22 Jul 202400:54:37

Dean Stott is a 2x World Record holder, UK Special Forces Operator, Author, Private Security consultant, and Netflix star of "Worlds Toughest Forces on Earth".

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832⁠

Jacob's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/⁠

Real Conversation's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/⁠

Dean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deanstott/⁠⁠


#111 Marquis Bradley- Entrepreneur & Personal Trainer: Training the Most Successful CEOs in the U.S.15 Jul 202401:30:17

Marquis Bradley is a successful entrepreneur and personal trainer with an incredible life story. He trains some of the most successful people in the United States, including Chase Koch of Koch Industries.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832⁠

Jacob's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/⁠

Marquis' Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/marquismotivation/⁠⁠

Real Conversation's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/⁠


#110 Eric Hinman- Successful Entrepreneur, 5x Ironman, & Angel Investor08 Jul 202400:47:52

Eric is a successful entrepreneur, creator, and athlete. He works with and has invested many notable brands including: Ten Thousand, Slate Milk, Ice Barrel, SISU Sauna, The Normal Brand, & more.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

Eric's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erichinman/

#109 Paul Johnson- Running Across America (3,000 miles in 52 Days)01 Jul 202400:46:37

Paul Johnson is a Naval Officer who ran across America (California to New York) in 52 days to raise money for Team RWB. He documented the whole journey and went viral many times in the process. He recaps the entire experience in this episode.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Paul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauijohnson/

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

Donate to Team RWB: https://pauljohnson.run/donate


Transcontinental Run

#108 RC Rewind: Bobby Castro- Selling his Company for $1B and $300M in Real Estate24 Jun 202400:30:36

Bobby Castro is a successful entrepreneur and real estate investor. In 2020 he sold his company for $1B and now manages a real estate portfolio of $300M+.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/



#125 The Price of Ambition21 Oct 202400:12:31

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

#107 Karolina Zavisiute- Ultramarathon Runner & Researcher: The Importance of Discipline17 Jun 202401:00:38

Karolina is a researcher and ultra runner, with her furthest completed race-to-date being 200 miles. We discuss her research paper on ultramarathon runners, race nutrition, perceived injuries vs. real injuries, and the importance of discipline.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Karolina's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karolina.zav/

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/


#106 Dan Churchill- Celebrity Chef & Hybrid Athlete: Fueling Your Body for Peak Performance10 Jun 202400:41:46

Dan is an Executive Chef, Hybrid Athlete, and restaurateur who has been featured on Good Morning America, Rich Roll, Men's Health, & Food Network.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps me out a lot!

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_churchill/

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

Dan's New Book: Eat Like a Legend

Jacob's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

-





#105 100th Episode Celebration (ft. Grant Johnson & Jon Peterson)03 Jun 202401:45:03

This episode is a celebration for the 100th episode of the Real Conversations podcast with Grant Johnson and Jon Peterson.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor


#104 Reflection: The Time is Now / Life Update27 May 202400:13:21

In this episode, I give a message to my younger self and then share an update on how the restaurant is going.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor


#103 Brady Palen- NCAA 1st Team All-American, Shocker Male Athlete of the Year, & High Jumping 7'320 May 202400:50:31

Brady Palen is a Division 1 high jumper for Wichita State University. He's First Team All-American, Top 15 in the NCAA, 6x All-Conference, and 3rd in Wichita State history with a 7'3.25 jump. He was named the 2024 Shocker Male Athlete of the Year. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Brady's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ballin.palen/

Real Conversations' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/


#102 Brian Mazza- Serial Entrepreneur, Athlete, & Founder of High Performance Lifestyle Training13 May 202400:43:45

Brian Mazza is a serial entrepreneur that got his start in the restaurant industry. He's gone on to start High Performance Lifestyle Training (HPLT) with events featuring David Goggins, Bedros Keuilian, etc. He has invested in and partnered with notable brands including: Athletic Brewing, Hoka, Super Coffee, Ten Thousand, Under Armour, etc.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Brian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmazza/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/




#101 Joe Holthusen- D1 Athlete & All American Hurdler (Ft. Sadie)06 May 202400:31:47

Joseph Holthusen is a division one athlete for Wichita State University and All-American hurdler.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate it, and review it with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Follow Jacob on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor

Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_holthusen/

Follow imboredgames on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imboredgames/


#100 SB Mowing- 2M YouTube Subscribers, 30M Followers, & 3B+ Annual Views29 Apr 202400:39:34

At just 25 years old, Spencer "SB Mowing" has built a media empire. 2.5 years ago he started mowing one overgrown lawn for free each week and uploading it. Now, Luke Combs loves watching him (yes, Luke Combs), he's grown to 4M+ YouTube subscribers across all channels, 30M+ social media followers, and generates 3B+ views each year.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Spencer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sbmowing/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

SB Mowing's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SBMowing

SB Mowing's Website: https://sbmowing.com/


#99 Life Update / Q&A: Back in Wichita, Scaling, & Fears (ft. Jon Peterson)22 Apr 202400:38:01

Please share this episode with a friend. Jon and I share how opening the restaurant has been going, what our lives have looked like, and answer questions submitted by Real Conversations' listeners.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacob-oconnor

Jon's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thejonpete/⁠


#98 Grant Johnson (Pt. 4)- College Dropout, Inventor, & Koch's Youngest Employee Ever15 Apr 202401:03:37

Grant Johnson is a college dropout, inventor, and is Koch Industries youngest employee ever at 19 years old.

If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend. It helps us out a lot.

https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/real-conversations/id1594231832

Grant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantjohnsoncreates/

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacoboconnor/

Real Conversation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.conversations/


© My Podcast Data