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!

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

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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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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.

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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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.

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