Life Uncensored: The Sam Deen Podcast

#63w/ Paul Michael - Business leader, Founder of Paul Michael Co

Paul joins me today to share his history in business, lessons learned, and the history of the First Monday Grounds.   He shares valuable information to anyone wanting to participate in Free Enterprise.  

This show is sponsored by www.VanZandtCoffee.com 

and the new Eagles Nest Golf Lounge in Canton, TX.  

#62w/ Lance LyBrand - running for Wills Point School Board

Lance is my first cousin and is currently running for Wills Point ISD School Board Position 6.  He is a 5th Generation Tiger and Wills Point resident, husband, and father of two kids.  Reach out to Lance anytime on social media or email at lybrandlance482@gmail.com 

#61w/ Gregg Beverly - South Van Zandt Volunteer Fire Dept Chief

Chief Beverly joins me on the show today to speak about Fire Safety and the challenges our Volunteer Fire Departments face.  He also speaks on what we need to teach ourselves and our kids about fire safety.  To donate or to join the South VZ Volunteer Fire Dept, please visit SVZVFD.org or reach out to Gregg on social media.  

 

This show is sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com and the new EaglesNets Golf Lounge in Canton, TX.  https://www.eaglesnestctx.com

My Conversation with Randall Alexander

I joined Randall on his YouTube show, the Alexander Hour for a fun episode about me and the current political heat of Van Zandt County.  

This show is sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com 

Also sponsored by the new Eagles Nest Golf Lounge in Canton, TX.  Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.  

#59w/ Don Good - Candidate for VZ County Judge, Retired Garland Firefighter

Don Good is a retired Garland Firefighter who is currently running for Van Zandt County Judge.  He has a heart for serving the community and it was a pleasure having him on my show!  Follow him on Facebook at "Vote Don Good For Van Zandt County Judge". or listen to the show for his email and phone number.  

 

Sponsored by www.VanZandtcoffee.com 

Sponsored by Deen Property Group, find my listings at www.SamDeen.com

If interested in supporting the show, please reach out to me at samdeenrealestate@gmail.com 

#58w/ Tonda Curry- Van Zandt County District Attorney

Tonda joins me today to discuss the role of the DA, how she got here, and challenges her office faces.  She also responds to criticism and social media attacks against her campaign.  

Support her campaign at https://www.tondaistexastough.com.  Reach out to her for more information about certain cases and/or if you'd like one of her signs in your yard.  

This podcast is sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com and the real estate brokerage, Deen Property Group.  Find my listings at www.samdeen.com.  Also, call me anytime to buy or sell property.  Thanks!!

#57w/ Earl Brown - my Scoutmaster, Music & Tennis Lover

Today, I get the absolute pleasure of sitting down with one of my early mentors, Earl Brown.  Earl was my Scoutmaster growing up and taught me so many things.  He is the reason I'm an Eagle Scout and I cannot thank him enough for volunteering his time to so many young Boy Scouts in Canton, TX.  We talk about scouts, tennis, music, and memories.  

Entrepreneurship Questions from Kevin

Kevin stops in to ask me about Entrepreneurship for a project he is doing for TrepCamp.  

Garrett Woodward - Q & Brew GM, beer expert, musician, 90's alt rock

Garrett joins me to talk about brewing beer, how he made a very tasty pilsner from Van Zandt Coffee (Morning Buzz), the ins and outs of operating a brewery in Canton, TX.  Please, stop by Q&Brew in Canton, TX for some excellent food and locally brewed beer!  

 

This pod is sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com  

#54 w/ Andy Liu - Entrepreneur, Music Lover, Investor, Gym Owner

Andy joins me this afternoon to discuss owning his new gym (TX Fitness in Forney, TX), his background, and a bunch of other fun insights on investing, college, and travel.  Follow Andy's gym on instagram @tx_fitness_forney.  

#53 w/ Chris Parker

Chris joins me today to talk about what is going on in his life, Texas Music, how to stay healthy, guitars, and songwriting.   This show is sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com.

#52 w/ Roy Bilberry II - Local musician

Roy joins me on the show to talk music and playing local shows in East Texas.  We play a couple of Charlie Robison tunes and he plays one of his originals.  I thoroughly enjoyed having Roy on and you can catch him this Friday night at Q and Brew in Canton!  

Sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com

#51 w/ Wesley Pruitt Jr.

Wesley joins me for the second time on the show, but this time, plays music!  Tune in to hear Chelle, Cocaine & Whiskey, and more.  This show is sponsored by www.VanZandtCoffee.com and www.WesleyPruittBand.com

#50 w/ Jeff Priest - Baseball Coach, Jerry's Pizza owner, Cattle rancher

Jeff and I discuss baseball, studying in college, Jerry's Pizza, Polaris Rangers, and Music.  Order pizza at 903-567-4821.   Buy coffee at www.vanzandtcoffee.com

#49 w/ Buddy Bonner - School Vouchers Explained

Buddy joins me to talk about the recent SB2 and HB3 Bills and why this is bad for public schools.  Buddy is from Canton and has devoted his life to public education.  He helps me understand vouchers and what our state government is attempting to do.  

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#48 w/ MILA - singer/songwriter

Mila (not Meeluh) joins me today to talk about songwriting and to perform her latest two singles "Heart of Stone" and my favorite, "I Miss the Distance."  Find her music on Spotify or any streaming service.  Her next tour dates are April 12 at Stanley's BBQ in Tyler, April 24 at The Bluelight Live, and April 26 at the Golden Light in Amarillo.  Check out her website at www.itsmilanotmeeluh.com.   

 

This show is sponsored by www.vanzandtcoffee.com