in a world where people only know what happens on the outside, we are here to give people someone to relate to- to give people that 2% no one knows...what lies behind the shades. It is not as uncomfortable to unwind it as it seems, so let's talk behind the shades.
Beyond the Lot: Lessons from the Car Business with Andrey
Send us Fan Mail Car Sales Mindset: Hustle, Numbers Game, Negotiation & Building Wealth Beyond the Deal Andrey and Jocksan discuss the realities of car sales as a demanding lifestyle built on discipline, long hours, and a numbers-game approach to calls, texts, and reps. They share how Andrey entered the business after being fired as a technician, became hooked on the adrenaline of closing deals, and why many candidates aren’t cut out, citing no-shows, robotic interview answers, and weak ...
23 Mar 2026
Is Jesus the answer? A conversation about God, not a conclusion
Send us Fan Mail We talk through my evolving spirituality after growing up religious, reading the Bible and other texts, and landing on belief in something greater while rejecting organized religion, judgment, and “hell” fearmongering. I explain why I see Jesus as a major role model and even compare him to sales—using his “33% close rate” as motivation in coaching—while still questioning denominations, translation issues, and manipulation in churches. We debate free will vs an all-knowing God...
18 Dec 2025
EP 13: Unleash the AI: How Technology is Shaping Our World with Smaran
Send us a text Unlocking AI's Potential: Smaran's Journey & How AI Is Transforming Businesses Join Smaran as he dives deep into his transition from mechanical engineering to pioneering voice-first AI solutions for businesses. Discover how AI, driven by innovations like ChatGPT, is changing the game for industries ranging from restaurants to manufacturing. Learn about the real-world challenges, advantages, and ethical considerations of implementing AI. Perfect for tech enthusiasts and bus...
18 Oct 2025
Life Lessons and Financial Success: A Talk with John Wall
Send us a text Finding Your Path in Financial Planning with John Wall | Behind the Shades In this episode of 'Behind the Shades,' our special guest John Wall, a financial professional with Wise Financial in Atlanta, dives deep into his experiences and insights in the realm of financial planning. Join us as we explore what it means to create comprehensive financial plans, manage assets, and ensure financial stability. John shares the importance of customization, the benefits of being part of ...
4 Sept 2025
EP 11: De Chile a Atlanta Ser un Barbero
Send us a text En este episodio, nos sumergimos en la vida de Cristian, un barbero de 33 años de origen chileno que ha perfeccionado su oficio tanto en Chile como en Estados Unidos. Con más de 13 años de experiencia, Cristian comparte cómo llegó a ser barbero, su evolución profesional y los retos y satisfacciones que ha encontrado en su carrera. A través de una conversación enriquecedora, descubrimos su pasión por el corte de cabello, su filosofía de trabajo y cómo ha manejado el balance entr...
9 Apr 2025
EP 10: Business Lessons: From College Experiences to Career Aspirations
Send us a text In this episode of 'Behind the Shades,' we sit down with business students Christian and Luke from Robinson College of Business to discuss their journey in college, their leadership roles in the sales club, and their plans post-graduation. Christian, a marketing major focused on sales, shares his excitement for his upcoming graduation and future in sales. Luke, a fifth-year business management consulting major, discusses his experiences leading the sales club and his transition...
20 Mar 2025
Ep 9: From sales to Equifax, the lessons Christian learned on the way
Send us a text In this episode, we discuss the insights shared by high-earning professionals who emphasize that while having an impressive resume is important, it's the personal traits and the ability to connect in person that truly make a difference. They prefer hiring individuals with strong character and personal drive over those with flawless resumes but lacking charisma or genuine connection. Support the show Social Media.... Behind the shades linktree: https://linktr.ee/behindtheshad...
7 Mar 2025
EP 8: Boyd Farmer: Capturing Life's Unplanned Moments
Send us a text In this insightful conversation, we delve into the priceless opportunities available in today's generation, emphasizing the importance of consistency and overcoming the fear of judgment. We discuss personal growth through creative pursuits like photography and videography, sharing experiences from international travels to setting up businesses. Key highlights include navigating the challenges of the creative process, the importance of documenting life, and building resilient ha...
24 Feb 2025
EP 7: Why I Stopped Smoking
Send us a text Overcoming Addictions, Breaking the Barriers to Self-Improvement In this episode, we explore various forms of addiction, such as nicotine, weed, alcohol, pornography, and video games, and how they act as distractions that create barriers between individuals and their desired selves. We discuss the impact of these attachments on personal growth and self-awareness. Support the show Social Media.... Behind the shades linktree: https://linktr.ee/behindtheshadespodcast Jock IG: ...
2 Feb 2025
EP6: The journey with SideShowJay, Creative Process, Influences, and Aspirations in Hip-Hop
Send us a text In this episode, the discussion revolves around the purpose of music and art, exploring whether it reflects reality, serves as an escape, or creates a new world. The conversation delves into the personal experiences and motivations for creating music, particularly within the rap genre. Insights are shared about the creative process, from finding inspiration in beats to achieving a flow state. The talk also touches on the impact of life experiences on music, the journey of devel...
20 Dec 2024
Cool Odyssey: Connecting Through Conversations and Travels
Jock, Boyd, and Dmo embark on thrilling adventures and create unforgettable experiences by connecting with like-minded individuals through conversations and travel.
8 Dec 2024
EP5: unfilitered realities
Hosts share unfiltered realities on love, relationships, and personal growth, offering candid insights into modern life's complexities and nuances.
9 Nov 2024
Ep 4- life talks with solo
Send us a textBeing true to yourself means owning every part of who you are. In this episode, I sit down with my friend Deuce, aka Solo, an aspiring music artist, as we dive into advice we'd give our younger selves, staying grounded, and what it really means to live authentically. Tune in for a raw, real conversation on finding purpose and chasing dreams.Support the showSocial Media....Behind the shades linktree: https://linktr.ee/behindtheshadespodcastJock IG: https://www.instagram.com/jock1...
20 Jun 2024
BTS ep 3. Shadow work with Zac
In this episode of "Behind The Shades," we delve into the depths of our souls and the inner aspects of ourselves that might be difficult to discuss. We explore the concept of mental anchors, engage in self-reflection, and confront the darker sides of our personalities that can lead to mental health issues and anxieties. These are the parts of ourselves that we may find hard to acknowledge, both to ourselves and to others. This journey of self-discovery is what shapes us and defines our lives, and it is a path we all must navigate to become our best selves.
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28 Apr 2024
BTS Ep 2- facing failure with T lee
Join your hosts today as we are joined by T lee and discuss not only personal issues with failure and mentality, but we also discuss what our first attempts were like at filming these podcasts. Open your mind to vulnerable conversations and get a little insight into what it is like being a clothing brand owner and a starting up podcast.
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21 Apr 2024
Ep.1 -Overcoming Self Doubt
Join Your hosts as we are excited to present the first episode of our journey and speak about our balance with self-doubt. Throughout, not only, personal experiences with it but also our own journeys in facing it... we have a couple of things we carry with ourselves and are here to talk about it with you. We all carry our own burdens and we are here to not only open up, but offer whatever advice we may be able to give anyone who may need to hear it. In this week's podcast episode, we embarked on an exploration of self-doubt and its significance in our lives. We delved not only into our emotions surrounding it but also our experiences in confronting it. This journey serves as an introduction, laying the groundwork for deeper discussions on various aspects of self-doubt in the future. It all begins with the subtle intricacies of self-doubt that emerge through self-awareness.
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YouTube views
36,017
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Spotify
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 37 / 100
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Quality
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Social presence
94
YouTube
76
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