The past is worth revisiting. Join Ron Jess as he sits down with people from his past to explore their origins, interests, and memories. Ron’s casual interview style mixed with his guests’ interesting history are sure to keep you entertained. This is #JessFor30.
E60 | 50th Anniversary of the 1976 Michigan Football Team
In this special segment of Jess for 30, Ron takes you trackside and behind the scenes for the historic 50th anniversary celebration of the legendary 1976 University of Michigan football team.The energy was unmatched as Ron caught up with gridiron legends, coaches, and beloved sports icons who shaped the legacy of Michigan football under Bo Schembechler. Watch as he sits down for exclusive, candid chats with Jack Harbaugh, John Arbeznik, and many more familiar faces! They swap unforgettable stories about the old days, family legacies, and what it truly means to be a Michigan Wolverine.If you love pure college football history, incredible storytelling, and a deep look into sports tradition, you won't want to miss this!
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The past is worth revisiting. Join Ron Jess as he sits down with people from his past to explore their origins, interests, and memories. Ron's casual interview style mixed with his guests' interesting history are sure to keep you entertained. This is #JessFor30.
3 Jul 2026
E59 | A Michigan Senator on Trust, Truth, and Taking Action with Senator Mark Huizenga
In this episode of #JessFor30, Ron sits down with Michigan State Senator Mark Huizenga, a farm kid from West Michigan who found his way into public service one nudge at a time. Mark shares the story of how a conversation with his insurance guy led to a planning commission seat, a city commission seat, and eventually the Michigan State Senate.
Ron and Mark cover a lot of ground, from the electric vehicle mandate and what it really costs Michigan workers, to AI and data centers, the governor's race, and why people have stopped trusting their government. Mark also opens up about one of his proudest accomplishments in the legislature, a prison education program that turned one of Michigan's most violent facilities into a place they now call Candyland.
They also find plenty of common ground on veterans, grandkids, Ronald Reagan, and the importance of just getting out there and trying something new. As always, it would not be #JessFor30 without pickle time.
Timestamps
02:02 Path to Political Office
11:12 Healthcare and Honoring Veterans
17:32 Government Transparency
20:36 Data Centers & EV Mandates
24:06 Auto Industry Shifts & Global Unity
29:38 Leisure, Family, and Outdoors
38:31 Prison Education Program
42:21 "You’re Allowed to Try" & Immersion Learning
Guest Links
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/votehuizenga/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/votehuizenga/
x: https://x.com/MarkEHuizenga
Email: votemarkhuizenga@gmail.com
https://www.theknightsofequity.org/
You're Allowed to Try:
https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Allowed-Lawrence-Jake-Sweeney/dp/1950880877
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The past is worth revisiting. Join Ron Jess as he sits down with people from his past to explore their origins, interests, and memories. Ron's casual interview style mixed with his guests' interesting history are sure to keep you entertained. This is #JessFor30.
Check out the podcast on Youtube!
Sponsors
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12 Jun 2026
E58 | A Michigan Man Who Lives What He Coaches with Lawrence 'Jake' Sweeney
In this episode of #JessFor30, Ron sits down with Lawrence 'Jake' Sweeney, a four-year starting center for legendary University of Michigan football coach Bo Schembechler, decorated U.S. Border Patrol agent, performance coach, and author of the book You Are Allowed to Try. With a foreword written by 1997 national champion head coach Lloyd Carr, it is one of the most honest and practical reads on discipline, adversity, and personal excellence you will find.
Jake shares stories from his small-town upbringing in Alma, Michigan, his recruitment by Bo Schembechler, and what four years of Michigan football actually taught him about life. He opens up about his decade with the U.S. Border Patrol, his faith journey, his family, and the coaching philosophy that gets him to the gym at 4:30 every morning. Ron and Jake also get into the distraction epidemic, which is hurting young athletes today, and why face-to-face relationships still beat everything else.
Timestamps
03:19 Recruitment and Choosing Michigan
13:26 Michigan Football and Teammates
19:07 Faith and Sobriety
20:45 U.S. Border Patrol Career
25:12 Why Jake Wrote His Book
31:47 Third-Generation Coach and Bo’s Impact
42:09 Understanding Performance Coaching
51:24 Encouragement vs. Reality
58:26 Legacy: Helping Others Improve
Guest Links
Website: https://vipelnk.com/LawrenceSweeney
You're Allowed to Try:
https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Allowed-Lawrence-Jake-Sweeney/dp/1950880877
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/youre-allowed-to-try-lawrence-jake-sweeney/1148353026
https://www.walmart.com/ip/You-apos-re-Allowed-to-Try-Paperback-9781950880874/17900659863?classType=REGULAR&from=/search
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The past is worth revisiting. Join Ron Jess as he sits down with people from his past to explore their origins, interests, and memories. Ron's casual interview style mixed with his guests' interesting history are sure to keep you entertained. This is #JessFor30.
Check out the podcast on Youtube!
Sponsors
Clark Lake Golf Course
Website: https://clarklakegolfcourse.com
Mama Mia's Pizza
Website: https://mamamiasredford.com/
Dr. Tim Kosinski
Website: https://smilecreator.net/
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