American Grown Podcast

<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>

<p>Episode 166: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with my amazing wife &amp; best friend Courtney Sullivan.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this special episode we sit down with a very meaningful guest, my wife, Courtney Sullivan. This conversation pulls back the curtain on marriage, parenthood, and shared passions, offering listeners a real and relatable look at building a life together.</p><p>Courtney and I talk openly about our relationship, how it started, how it’s grown, and what it takes to support each other through life’s changes. From communication and teamwork to navigating the chaos and joy of parenthood, this episode highlights the importance of partnership, patience, and showing up every day.</p><p>The conversation also dives into a lighter but equally passionate topic: WWE. Courtney shares what she loves about professional wrestling, how it became part of their household, and why it’s more than just entertainment...it’s storytelling, nostalgia, and connection.</p><p>This episode is honest, fun, and full of heart. Whether you’re married, a parent, a WWE fan, or just someone who appreciates real conversations about love and life, this one delivers.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanGrownPodcast/videos">American Grown Podcast on YouTube</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 165: Re-release, Episode 33 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Rebekah Gundrum U.S. Navy Vet &amp; Owner of Triggered22.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this episode, I re-released episode 33 featuring Rebekah Gundrum owner of Triggered 22 and U.S. Navy Veteran. She shares a raw and courageous story of service, survival, and healing.</p><p>After a 20-year Navy career and a deployment to Iraq in 2011, Rebekah opens up about the long nights overseas—trying to rest while mortars hit around her compound, some landing inside the wire. Like many veterans, she carried those invisible wounds home. With the encouragement of her oldest daughter, Taylor, Rebekah sought help and was diagnosed with PTSD.</p><p>Her journey toward healing led her to Northwest Battle Buddies, where she met her service dog Trigger—a constant companion who has helped her reclaim peace, confidence, and purpose. With Trigger always watching her six, Rebekah made a powerful decision: stop surviving and start living.</p><p>That decision became Triggered 22, an apparel brand and movement dedicated to raising awareness for PTSD, veteran suicide prevention, and the strength found in vulnerability.</p><p>This episode is about courage, family, service, and turning pain into purpose—so others know they are not alone.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.triggered22.com/shop">Triggered 22</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>SHOW SPONSORS:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.collegeknowledgefoundation.org">College Knowledge Foundation.</a> Your path to higher education.</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 164: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Patrick Connaghan Founder &amp; CEO of 717 Armory. PART 3 of 3</p><ul><li></li></ul><p>In this episode, we sit down with Patrick Connaghan, Marine Corps combat veteran and Founder of 717 Armory, to talk about the fire, rebuilding the Armory after tragedy strikes and the hunt—the daily grind of showing up to better your family, your business &amp; your life.</p><p>Patrick reflects on combat lessons from Afghanistan, the devastating fire that burned down 717 Armory, and what it’s taken to rebuild from the ground up. We also dive into discipline in a distracted world, personal accountability, and the mindset required to keep pushing forward when things get tough.</p><p>This episode is about getting after it every single day—no excuses.</p><ul><li></li></ul><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://717armory.com">717 Armory</a></p><ul><li></li></ul><p>SHOW SPONSORS:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.collegeknowledgefoundation.org">College Knowledge Foundation.</a> Your path to higher education.</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>