The Gritmen Show is dedicated to the preservation and advancement of grit, a trait that is on the verge of extinction.
Some of us have grit in our blood. All of us have to nurture it. We must honor our grit ancestry by promoting this character trait and instilling it in future generations.
Hosted by Gritman (Chris Kolkhorst), the show is a forum where guests share their unique grit story. It is a place where all can gather to listen, laugh, learn, think, and grow. And walk away hopeful and inspired.
Gritmen and Gritwomen are welcome.
Episode 20: Ken Johnson - Singer Songwriter "Like My Grandpa"
Ken is a singer songwriter from Birmingham who spent 20 years in Nashville writing songs. Some of the artists to record Ken's songs include Craig Morgan, Kid Rock, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, and Chris Janson. Ken and Gritman discuss his career and the changes that have occurred in the music industry which led him to his current endeavor, performing children's music with his wife as Huck & Lilly(@huckandlilly).
Towards the end of the episode, Ken performs an original song inspired by Gritman's relationship with his late Grandpa. We think it is a hit.
Grit Principles in this Episode:
Chasing Dreams
Courage to act when it's time to make a change
Appreciating those who invest their time in you
Using your talents to help others
Leaving a Legacy
Special Thanks to Mathew Cooper for hosting us at his studio. Check out his amazing story at www.defendingvision.com (www.defendingvision.com )
Sponsors:
Poncho Outdoors (https://www.ponchooutdoors.com)
Turtle Box Audio (https://turtleboxaudio.com)
Contact: chris@gritmenclub.com
6 Jun 2024
Episode 19: Leonard Botello Sr. - TRUTH BBQ
Leonard Botello, Sr. aka "Big" is one of the founders of Truth BBQ with locations in Brenham and Houston, TX. He joins the show to share his families gritty journey into the BBQ business.
Topics Covered:
-Qualities he looks for when sourcing a BBQ pit
-Learning to cook brisket in their backyard
-What their goal was when they started (spoiler alert: TX Monthly Top 50)
-Why they named the restaurant Truth
-Pros & Cons of working with family
-What they look for when interviewing potential employees
-Where they source their meat from
-Prep Work/ Cooking cycle to prepare for the next day
-How he instilled work ethic in his sons
-Best way to get your kids to work hard
-What he hopes people experience when they come to Truth
-Most popular order by customers
-Secret to making a passion your job
A big thank you to Leonard for taking the time to come on our show. Please visit either Truth location and tell Leonard Sr. and Jr. the Gritmen Show sent you.
Visit Truth BBQ (https://www.truthbbq.com/) for more information.
Sponsors:
Poncho Outdoors (https://www.ponchooutdoors.com/)
Turtle Box Audio (https://turtleboxaudio.com/)
11 Apr 2024
Episode 18: Jack Burke, Jr. - Masters Champion
Jack Burke Jr. is a legend in the game of golf. Burke won 16 PGA tour events between 1950 and 1963. He won two major titles, the Masters and PGA Championship, both in 1956. He was on five successive American Ryder Cup teams and won 7 of his 8 career matches. In 1957, Burke and Jimmy Demaret founded Champions Golf Club in Houston.
Jackie passed away on January 19, 2024 just 10 days shy of his 101st birthday. This interview was recorded back on December 1, 2021 when he was 98 years old. This was one of the last interviews that he appeared in. The audio is mostly unedited to capture Burke's authenticity and memories over a life well lived.
Topics covered:
Winning the 1956 Masters
Philosophy when playing match play in the Ryder Cup
Transitioning ownership of Champions Golf Club to his son and grandson
Putting with a blade putter
4 T's: Tension, Timing, Tempo and Trust
Walking vs riding in a cart
Life lessons golf can teach you
Be sure to listen to the end when Jackie discusses winning the Masters and what he specifically told his caddie.
Thank you to Dean Burke and Champions Golf Club for hosting us.
Sponsors:
Turtle Box Audio (https://turtleboxaudio.com/collections/turtlebox-accessories?utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=17384512511&utm_content=&utm_term=&gadid=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw8diwBhAbEiwA7i_sJQiq4CdhsOCGikN9xKixzV7qJvbdD1FNtyOdmN1Ja0Y0etfCbgDCghoCJA0QAvD_BwE)
Poncho Outdoors (https://www.ponchooutdoors.com/collections/the-shirts?utm_source=SearchAd&utm_medium=google&utm_campaign=google&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SearchRound2-Branded&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw8diwBhAbEiwA7i_sJWIJORQZjeSDj9QDxUMTbCuqhLXo2h4T_ptqumtq94zzrVx9xP0WyhoC6icQAvD_BwE)
Contact: chris@gritmenclub.com
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