Bear Handlon: Building A Startup While Serving As A U.S. Navy SEAL Officer

Andrew puts a bow on Season 10 & highlights some recent episodes getting a lot of new downloads lately. Season 11 kicks off on January 9th. Until then, keep pulling the tarp!Links:Stephanie White Episode (Apple)Stephanie White Episode (Spotify)200th Interview Celebration Episode (Apple)200th Interview Celebration Episode (Spotify)Social:Instagram: @AndrewMoses123Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with country music artists Casi Joy & Madelyn Rose. Casi returns to the podcast for a deeper dive into a journey that’s taken her from days as a 5-year old on the talent show circuit all the way to The Voice finals and beyond. You’ll also hear from Madelyn Rose, another rising star in country music who signed her first record deal in 2022 and recently released her second EP. This conversation is filled with actionable life & career lessons — and it’s a powerful reminder that there are different ways to chase a similar dream. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro5:30 - Early days6:41 - Navigating ups & downs13:35 - Transition from hobby to “pro”19:30 - Benefits of Nashville music community30:25 - Trying new things 31:15 - Making pivotal career decisions35:20 - Building your inner circle41:10 - Overcoming imposter syndrome45:20 - Areas for growth as artists50:30 - Taylor Swift’s authenticityThis episode wraps up Season 10 — Season 11 kicks off on January 9th. In the meantime, be sure to catch up on past episodes you may have missed! DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational & entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice or an endorsement of any products discussed.** Follow Andrew On Social **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with USA Today bestselling author Jenny Hale. Jenny began her career as an elementary school teacher — and eventually began writing as a creative outlet. Today, Jenny is the author of more than 20 books — including two which have now been turned into Hallmark Original movies. Her books have sold over a million copies worldwide and have been translated into multiple languages. Jenny also founded & leads her own publishing imprint Harpeth Road where she helps other authors reach their dreams as well. This conversation is about creativity, entrepreneurship, the power of curiosity, & so much more.   Show Highlights0:00 - Intro2:24 - “Look out for this one, she’s going to be an author…”4:53 - Jenny’s childhood5:37 - Career as a teacher6:17 - Writing a book for fun11:03 - Biggest ‘aha’ moment15:52 - “I won’t know unless I try”19:05 - Learning from others22:15 - Decision to build own publishing house28:24 - Why “failure is fake”30:41 - Power of the pivot32:05 - Understanding your strengths33:22 - Continuous growth DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational & entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice or an endorsement of any products discussed.** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with Hootie & The Blowfish lead guitarist & 2x Grammy Award winner Mark Bryan. In addition to his work with Hootie, Mark maintains a non-stop pursuit of other creative endeavors & business ventures. This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at Mark’s career, creative process, & so much more. You’ll hear powerful ideas on learning from others, trying new things, & how to connect authentically with whoever it is you’re trying to reach. This conversation will inspire you to take on new challenges — no matter how much success you’ve already achieved.Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro4:06 - First musical memory4:58 - Writing songs as a teenager6:57 - Playing a friend’s Sweet Sixteen as first gig8:23 - Connecting with the audience9:40 - Power of live shows10:38 - Learning from others via cover songs13:31 - Writing songs for Cracked Rear View17:13 - Adjusting to new challenges21:00 - Other creative endeavors & business ventures25:12 - Creative process / BTS songwriting27:50 - Lessons & inspiration from Cal Ripken Jr.29:40 - Trying new things29:50 - Balancing consistency with evolving approach32:12 - What Mark hopes to give back to fans  DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational & entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice or an endorsement of any products discussed. ** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with UCLA Women’s Basketball Head Coach Cori Close. Last season, Cori led UCLA to its highest ranking in program history — sitting at No. 2 in the AP Top 25 Women’s Basketball Poll for 9 weeks. However, making a positive impact on the basketball court is just a piece of the equation for Cori. She cares deeply about having an impact on her players that extends well beyond their time with her at UCLA. In this conversation, Cori shares powerful ideas on adjusting to new situations, turning challenges into personal growth, what she learned being mentored by coaching icon John Wooden, & so much more. This episode is filled with powerful life & career lessons you don’t want to miss. Show Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 3:28 - Getting into coaching4:19 - Lessons from Coach John Wooden6:42 - Transition to head coach role8:01 - Continuous learning8:18 - Overcoming personal challenges12:39 - A meeting that changed Cori’s perspective15:40 - Balancing struggle & joy16:23 - Avoiding leadership “blind spots”18:08 - Driving ownership & accountability 21:40 - Creating moments of discomfort22:45 - Navigating complex transitions 23:55 - Reverse engineering success25:41 - Learning from your own gaps 30:05 - Pac-12 to Big Ten transition33:48 - What's next for Cori ** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with University of Oklahoma gymnast Jordan Bowers. Jordan is a 2x National Champion, 7x NCAA All-American, & 2024 Big 12 Conference Gymnast of the Year.  In this conversation, Jordan shares a behind-the-scenes look at her journey — that’s taken her from her days as a 2-year-old in gymnastic classes all the way to the University of Oklahoma where she’s become one of the top college athletes in the U.S. This episode is filled with powerful ideas on developing discipline, learning to trust yourself, being present in the moment, & so much more. Jordan’s wisdom is well beyond her years — and this conversation is jam packed with actionable lessons that apply far beyond gymnastics.Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro2:50 - Starting gymnastics at age 24:40 - Adjusting to new challenges5:40 - Managing stress amidst high-pressure7:30 - Cultivating discipline9:11 - “Every day needs to have a purpose”10:10 - Preparation and BTS process11:35 - Recalibrating to feel more joy16:21 - Getting off to a great start 20:05 - NIL and following your passions25:05 - Reflecting on success27:35 - Plans to get into coaching28:48 - Motivation** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

Today is a first on Everybody Pulls The Tarp — because this week Andrew isn’t the one asking the questions. To celebrate crossing the 200 interview milestone, this week Andrew hands the mic over to Emmy-winning TV personality & former Dancing With The Stars host Samantha Harris. In this week’s episode, Samantha is the host — and Andrew is the guest. For years, many of you have been asking Andrew to share more of his story on the podcast and today we dive in. Samantha & Andrew explore why he created the podcast, how it all comes together, & some of the most powerful ideas he's taken away from conversations with 200 (& counting!) of the world's top performers. Tune in, enjoy, & make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss Andrew's next 200 episodes! ** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with national bestselling author Annabel Monaghan. In college, Annabel studied English at Duke University — but didn’t immediately pursue a career as a novelist. Instead, she went on to get an MBA & spent the beginning of her career in investment banking. Eventually, Annabel pivoted back to writing — and ultimately became a bestselling author. This conversation is filled with powerful ideas about being true to yourself, following your passions, developing new ideas, filtering out things that impede your success, & so much more. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro 2:10 - Decision to major in English6:15 - Getting MBA and starting career as investment banker8:23 - “I didn’t write anything until I was 37”8:55 - Learning from past experience 10:10 - Courage to pivot back to writing14:01 - Writing first successful novel16:54 - Filtering out things that impede your success20:10 - Avoiding the comparison game21:45 - Creative process25:40 - Developing new ideas28:08 - Teaching others ** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew welcomes Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler back to the podcast. In 2021 & 2022, Austin led the NFL in total touchdowns and established himself as one of the most successful, versatile, & dynamic players in the league. In this conversation, Austin shares a behind-the-scenes look at his recent experience navigating NFL free agency, his decision to join the Commanders, how he prepared for his first season with a new team, & so much more. This episode is filled with powerful lessons on how to find situations where you can maximize your impact, how to become more multi-dimensional, & ways to effectively (and efficiently) add new challenges to your plate. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro3:25 - NFL free agency behind-the-scenes4:50 - Finding opportunity to maximize your value6:06 - Benefits of multi-dimensionality7:42 - You control your inputs8:13 - “I’m my toughest critic”10:35 - Selecting which feedback to act on10:45 - Preseason experience when joining new team12:32 - Finding ways to lead in new environment16:57 - Advice to rookies17:50 - How to know when you’re ready to take on new tasks21:30 - Growing Eksperience app 28:10 - Knowing/understanding your story29:20 - Advice to begin self-improvement journey31:30 - Taking lessons from past experiences** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with retired U.S. Navy SEAL Officer and entrepreneur Bear Handlon. Bear is the Co-founder & CEO of Born Primitive, a fast-growing global lifestyle brand in the fitness, athleisure, & outdoors market. He launched Born Primitive in 2014 — just months before joining the U.S. Navy. He went on to serve 8 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL officer while concurrently building Born Primitive from the ground up. In this conversation, Bear shares powerful ideas & lessons he learned as a Navy SEAL and how he still applies those frameworks today as an entrepreneur & CEO. This episode is filled with actionable ideas on how to improve your focus, compartmentalize tasks, attract people with similar values, & so much more. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro2:37 - Lessons from Red Bull marketing department3:35 - Product vs. Brand5:57 - Starting with yes6:59 - Owned vs sponsored property8:53 - Monetizing owned events9:15 - Starting Born Primitive with 1 of 1 prototype11:46 - Learning from free resources13:05 - Starting company while beginning Naval officer training15:42 - 8 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL officer17:44 - “Perfect amount of dumbness”18:13 - Focus19:04 - Benefits of repetition20:27 - Balancing structure of bureaucracy with scrappy startup life21:30 - Calibrating expectations24:58 - Projecting authentic values26:31 - Maintaining culture as company grows36:58 - Sticking to core values** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter