The Above The Bar Podcast

🎙️ This week on The Above The Bar Podcast we’re joined by Travis Misurell LIVE on Wednesday, Feb 25th at 8 PM EST. Travis is building FiNC with one clear mission. Upgrade how America chooses its leaders so citizens can finally find and support candidates they actually believe in. Here’s the core idea we’ll unpack together:Right now big money and party gatekeepers decide who is “electable” before most people ever see real options. FiNC is working on a citizen owned approach that gives every candidate a fair shot and gives voters a clearer way to compare leaders using real information, not spin. We’ll also talk about Travis’s lens that cuts through the noise fast:Stop asking Left vs Right.Start asking Up or Down.Up means power first.Down means people first.That one question changes how you see everything. What we’ll cover in the episode:How the Digital Politics Hub helps citizens plug in and take action nowHow FiNC plans to move toward a true digital democracyWhy momentum matters if we want real features live by the 2026 midterms Come hang out live, jump in the comments, and bring your questions. #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #PodcastLive #CivicInnovation #VotingReform #FutureOfDemocracy #Leadership #Politics #FiNC

🎙️ Upcoming Episode of The Above The Bar Podcast | Live February 11th at 8 PM EST We’re honored to welcome Dr. Stefan Bean, a transformational leader whose life story and leadership journey redefine what’s possible. Dr. Bean is the Superintendent of Orange County, California Schools, overseeing one of the largest and most diverse education systems in the country. His leadership is grounded in lived experience, resilience, and a deep commitment to advocating for students who are often overlooked. He is also the co-author of the bestselling book Lifted to Lead, a powerful true story that traces his journey from being a disabled orphan evacuated from Saigon during the Vietnam War to becoming one of the nation’s most respected educational leaders. The book is a testament to perseverance, purpose, and leading with empathy. In this episode, we’ll explore:• What leadership looks like when it’s shaped by adversity• How hardship can become a source of clarity and strength• Why representation, equity, and education matter now more than ever This is more than a conversation about leadership. It’s about rising, responsibility, and using your voice when it matters most. 📅 Wednesday, February 11th🕗 8 PM EST🎧 Live on all Above The Bar Podcast platforms Pull up a stool and join us for a conversation that will challenge, inspire, and stay with you. #TheAboveTheBarPodcast #LiftedToLead #LeadershipMatters #EducationLeadership #Resilience #PurposeDrivenLeadership

🎙️ The Above The Bar Podcast📅 Live Wednesday, February 4⏰ 8 PM EST This week’s guest is Brian Vukadinovich, author, retired educator, and nationally recognized pro se litigant. Brian joins us for a serious and timely conversation examining public court proceedings, judicial process, and accountability within the federal court system. Drawing from his firsthand experience representing himself in state and federal courts, Brian will discuss what it means to challenge powerful institutions, the limits placed on discovery, and why transparency in the judiciary matters to every citizen. Our discussion will focus on:• How the legal system treats pro se litigants• The role of discovery in civil rights cases• Why judicial oversight and accountability matter• What the public should understand about how federal courts operate• How court rulings can shape what information reaches the light of day Brian is widely known for successfully representing himself in a federal civil rights jury trial, a rare and historic outcome. He has spoken at universities, appeared on national podcasts, and written extensively on judicial fairness, civil rights, and access to justice. This episode is not about sensationalism. It is about process, power, and public trust. 📺 Watch live at 8 PM EST on Wednesday, February 4🎧 Streaming across all Above The Bar Podcast platforms 🔗 Learn more about Brian’s work:www.brianvukadinovich.com Pull up a stool and join the conversation.#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #CivilRights #JudicialProcess #Accountability #ProSeLitigation #AccessToJustice

🌟 Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast 🌟 We’re going live tonight at 8 PM EST with Ed Welch, Tax Resolution Expert and founder of Tax Fighters Inc., based right here in the Capital Region. Ed has spent over 30 years as a CPA helping individuals and small business owners navigate some of the most stressful financial situations imaginable. After working at Arthur Andersen, serving as a Fortune 500 executive, and operating multiple Liberty Tax franchises, Ed found his true calling helping people who felt overwhelmed, scared, and stuck with tax problems. Tonight’s conversation goes beyond numbers. We’re talking about the real emotional weight of tax debt, what actually happens when the IRS comes calling, and how people can move from fear and uncertainty to relief and control. 💬 We’ll dive into questions like:• What should you do when you get that first IRS letter?• How bad can tax problems really get if ignored?• When is it time to stop trying to handle it alone?• What does real tax relief actually look like? Ed is known for his calm, compassionate approach and his ability to explain complex tax situations in a way that actually makes sense. If you or someone you know has ever felt anxious about taxes, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. 📍 Live tonight at 8 PM EST📺 Streaming on all Above The Bar Podcast platforms 🔗 Learn more about Ed and his work:https://linkedin.com/company/tax-fighters-inc/ Pull up a stool, bring your questions, and join us live.#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #TaxRelief #SmallBusinessSupport #FinancialPeace

🎙 Tonight on The Above The Bar Podcast 🎙 We are live TONIGHT at 8 PM EST with Giuseppe Grammatico, a franchise veteran, coach, author, speaker, and consultant who helps people simplify franchising and build businesses that support the life they actually want to live. Giuseppe is known for cutting through the noise around entrepreneurship and guiding candidates toward franchise models that align with their goals, values, and desired lifestyle. His passion is helping people realize the American Dream through smart, well-aligned business ownership. If you have ever wondered whether franchising could be your path to freedom, flexibility, and long-term stability, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. 📍 Live tonight at 8 PM ESTStreaming on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch, X, and Instagram 🔗 Connect with Giuseppe GrammaticoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GGTheFranchiseGuide LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giuseppe-grammatico/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggthefranchiseguide/ X: https://twitter.com/ggfranchguide TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@ggthefranchiseguide YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ggthefranchiseguide 🎧 Franchise Freedom PodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13LTN5UzA57w2dTB4iV0fm Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-freedom/id1499864638 🗣 Join us live, ask questions, and be part of the conversation#TheAboveTheBarPodcast #BeSureToPushYourStoolIn #FranchiseFreedom #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwnership