American Grown Podcast

<p>Episode 171: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Lateesha “The Honey Badger” Mohl Professional MMA Fighter.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this episode, we sit down with Lateesha "The Honey Badger” Mohl, Professional MMA Fighter. She's a multi-discipline striker who began her amateur journey in 2016, turned pro in boxing in 2021, and has since stepped into the worlds of kickboxing and MMA.</p><p>Highly recommended by Christian “Strictly Business” Carr (Episode 43), Lateesha opens up about the mental and physical demands of a fighting career — from brutal training camps and weight cuts to the discipline required to evolve across multiple combat sports.</p><p>Beyond the cage, Lateesha shares what it’s been like balancing life as a newlywed (married October 2025), graduating college in 2023 with a degree in respiratory therapy, and adopting a deaf dog — whom she taught sign language. Her story is one of resilience, adaptability, and heart.</p><p>This episode is about more than fighting — it’s about building strength in every area of life and chasing growth with fearless intention.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/teesha_squeesha_mma/">Lateesha "The Honey Badger" Mohl Instagram</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>SHOW SPONSORS:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cleonacoffeeroasters.com">Cleona Coffee Roasters.</a> A small batch coffee roastery &amp; coffee shop, veteran &amp; first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.angeloslebanon.com">Angelo's Pizza.</a> Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.triggered22.com/">Triggered 22</a>. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD &amp; #22aday.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Hossler-Engraving/61560513485300/?_rdr">Hossler Engraving.</a> Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/HainsAutoDetailing">Hains Auto Detailing.</a> Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>Sip or Snack break?</p><p>SIP: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://drinkgaragebeer.com">Garage Beer.</a></p><p>SNACK: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jurgy.co">Jurgy.</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.colortechinc.com">Colortech Creative Solutions</a> takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.</p><p>To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:</p><p>IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/">AmericanGrownPodcast</a></p><p>FB: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940">American Grown Podcast</a> or visits us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/">American Grown Podcast</a></p>

<p>Episode 170: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Jarrett Cieslak Owner of Fire Beard Forge.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this episode, we sit down with Jarrett Cieslak, owner of Fire Beard Forge — an artisan design and manufacturing business dedicated to creating handcrafted knives and bespoke products built to last generations.</p><p>Jarrett shares how he turned a passion for working with fire and steel into a purpose-driven business focused on quality over quantity in a disposable world. We dive into the process of bladesmithing, what it takes to transform raw steel into a functional work of art, and why bringing back heirloom-level craftsmanship matters now more than ever.</p><p>We also talk about his experience competing on <strong>Forged in Fire</strong>, the pressure of performing on a national stage, and how that challenge sharpened both his skills and his confidence as a maker.</p><p>From entrepreneurship and brand building to legacy and American craftsmanship, this episode is about more than knives — it’s about building something that stands the test of time.</p><p>It will KEAL (Keep Everyone ALive)</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.firebeardforge.com">Fire Beard Forge</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>SHOW SPONSORS:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cleonacoffeeroasters.com">Cleona Coffee Roasters.</a> A small batch coffee roastery &amp; coffee shop, veteran &amp; first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.angeloslebanon.com">Angelo's Pizza.</a> Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.triggered22.com/">Triggered 22</a>. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD &amp; #22aday.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Hossler-Engraving/61560513485300/?_rdr">Hossler Engraving.</a> Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/HainsAutoDetailing">Hains Auto Detailing.</a> Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>Sip or Snack break?</p><p>SIP: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://drinkgaragebeer.com">Garage Beer.</a></p><p>SNACK: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jurgy.co">Jurgy.</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.colortechinc.com">Colortech Creative Solutions</a> takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.</p><p>To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:</p><p>IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/">AmericanGrownPodcast</a></p><p>FB: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940">American Grown Podcast</a> or visits us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/">American Grown Podcast</a></p>

<p>Episode 169: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with returning guest &amp; sponsor of the podcast Matt Zechman Owner of Cleona Coffee Roasters.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this episode, we welcome back returning guest Matt Zechman — last featured on Episode 42 in August of 2023. Matt is the owner of Cleona Coffee Roasters, Mayor of Cleona Borough, a father, first responder, and Afghanistan War veteran.</p><p>We revisit Matt’s journey from getting started in small-batch roasting to continuing to grow and expand his business — always, in all ways. He shares what it takes to build a coffee brand rooted in quality, consistency, and community, while balancing leadership in business, public service, and family life.</p><p>From entrepreneurship to service, this conversation highlights discipline, growth, and the power of creating spaces where people feel connected over a great cup of coffee.</p><p>If you’re a fan of coffee and are looking for a community that shares your love for it, this story is for you.</p><p>☕ Brew bold. Build community. Grow always, in all ways.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cleonacoffeeroasters.com">Cleona Coffee Roasters</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>SHOW SPONSORS:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cleonacoffeeroasters.com">Cleona Coffee Roasters.</a> A small batch coffee roastery &amp; coffee shop, veteran &amp; first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.angeloslebanon.com">Angelo's Pizza.</a> Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.triggered22.com/">Triggered 22</a>. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD &amp; #22aday.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Hossler-Engraving/61560513485300/?_rdr">Hossler Engraving.</a> Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/HainsAutoDetailing">Hains Auto Detailing.</a> Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>Sip or Snack break?</p><p>SIP: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://drinkgaragebeer.com">Garage Beer.</a></p><p>SNACK: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jurgy.co">Jurgy.</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.colortechinc.com">Colortech Creative Solutions</a> takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.</p><p>To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:</p><p>IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/">AmericanGrownPodcast</a></p><p>FB: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940">American Grown Podcast</a> or visits us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/">American Grown Podcast</a></p>

<p>Episode 168: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with my college roommate Myke Robinson Owner of Traveling Barber. PART 2 of 2.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this episode, we sit down with my college roommate, Myke Robinson, owner of Traveling Barber, currently cutting out of Next Level Barber Studio.</p><p>We dive into how that dorm-room hustle became his full-time career. No perfect blueprint. Just skill, passion, long hours, and consistency.</p><p>This episode is about humble beginnings, betting on yourself, and building something real from the ground up.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/nlbstudio717/">Next Level Barber Studio</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>SHOW SPONSORS:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cleonacoffeeroasters.com">Cleona Coffee Roasters.</a> A small batch coffee roastery &amp; coffee shop, veteran &amp; first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.angeloslebanon.com">Angelo's Pizza.</a> Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.triggered22.com/">Triggered 22</a>. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD &amp; #22aday.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Hossler-Engraving/61560513485300/?_rdr">Hossler Engraving.</a> Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.moderngenthatco.com">Modern Gent Customs.</a> We don't make basics...We make statements.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/HainsAutoDetailing">Hains Auto Detailing.</a> Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>Sip or Snack break?</p><p>SIP: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://drinkgaragebeer.com">Garage Beer.</a></p><p>SNACK: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jurgy.co">Jurgy.</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.colortechinc.com">Colortech Creative Solutions</a> takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.</p><p>To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:</p><p>IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/">AmericanGrownPodcast</a></p><p>FB: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940">American Grown Podcast</a> or visits us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/">American Grown Podcast</a></p>

<p>Episode 167: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with my college roommate Myke Robinson Owner of Traveling Barber. PART 1 of 2.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this episode, we sit down with my college roommate, Myke Robinson, owner of Traveling Barber, currently cutting out of Next Level Barber Studio.</p><p>Myke and I reminisce about how we first met playing middle school football and competing in track &amp; field. From our days at Cedar Crest High School, we spread our wings to Kutztown University, where we continued our track and field careers—and where Myke truly began diving into his passion for cutting hair. Many of his early clients were fellow athletes from our dorm building.</p><p>In Part 2, we share how Myke turned that passion—cutting hair in dorm rooms, bathrooms, and hallways—into his full-time career. It’s a story of growth, consistency, and building something from a passion &amp; skill.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/nlbstudio717/">Next Level Barber Studio</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>SHOW SPONSORS:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cleonacoffeeroasters.com">Cleona Coffee Roasters.</a> A small batch coffee roastery &amp; coffee shop, veteran &amp; first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.angeloslebanon.com">Angelo's Pizza.</a> Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.triggered22.com/">Triggered 22</a>. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD &amp; #22aday.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Hossler-Engraving/61560513485300/?_rdr">Hossler Engraving.</a> Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.moderngenthatco.com">Modern Gent Customs.</a> We don't make basics...We make statements.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/HainsAutoDetailing">Hains Auto Detailing.</a> Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>Sip or Snack break?</p><p>SIP: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://drinkgaragebeer.com">Garage Beer.</a></p><p>SNACK: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jurgy.co">Jurgy.</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.colortechinc.com">Colortech Creative Solutions</a> takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.</p><p>To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:</p><p>IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/">AmericanGrownPodcast</a></p><p>FB: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940">American Grown Podcast</a> or visits us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/">American Grown Podcast</a></p>