NobleLore Podcast

About NobleLore Podcast

Real people. Real stories.

Publisher

Jack Millikan

Category

education · leisure

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

23 Oct 2024

Latest episode

10 Apr 2025

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Apr 2025

   What Makes A Good Dad?

   Larry Hagner—founder of The Dad Edge—and his 18-year-old son, Ethan, join for a conversation on manhood, mentorship, emotional resilience, and generational legacy. Ethan shares his experiences growing up under Larry’s guidance. Larry opens up about his own growth as a father, the power of surrounding yourself with the right community, and the importance of teaching sons to be both loving and strong. Together, they explore how young men can develop discernment, handle emotional pressure, and resist today’s culture of distraction and weakness. Larry's Website: https://thedadedge.com/ You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call Looking for an alternative to alcohol? - Use code "NOBLE" for 20% off your order! https://bemightykind.com/ Timestamps: 13:24 - Defining masculine strength 18:41 - Core values vs. cultural noise 38:22 - Teaching discernment to teens 53:38 - Wrestling with validation and failure 1:07:04 - Prayer, self-doubt, and fatherly impact 1:21:11 - Choosing your circle 1:30:31 - Owning your emotional responses 1:38:19 - Reclaiming in-person connection 1:44:09 - Reflections on impact and fatherhood

2. 

   27 Mar 2025

   The Origin Story of Kenneth Eversole

   Kenneth Eversole shares his journey from an ambitious college student with only $4,000 to working at Cloudflare, one of the internet’s most critical infrastructure companies. He reflects on the challenges of balancing ambition with patience, the importance of local action, and how young people can drive real change by engaging with their communities. You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call Looking for an alternative to alcohol? - Use code "NOBLE" for 20% off your order! https://bemightykind.com/ 02:14 - Growing up without a father figure 10:41 - The impact of fixing things & curiosity 19:12 - How to navigate ideological differences 25:04 - The origins of computer science & Alan Turing 33:01 - Launching a CubeSat club & raising $2M in funding 36:52 - Learning to lead a 150-person student program 41:50 - Post-college realities: joining Boeing & hating it 46:24 - The biggest lesson from working at a fast-growing company 50:52 - Handling trillions of internet requests per day 58:52 - What happens if Cloudflare shuts down? 1:00:51 - Choosing St. Louis over Silicon Valley 1:04:30 - What Kenneth excels at in any room 1:07:52 - How St. Louis is on the cusp of real change 1:14:39 - Understanding systemic issues & crime 1:16:46 - The #1 thing young people should focus on

3. 

   20 Mar 2025

   The Origin Story of Eddie McVey

   Eddie McVey shares the origins of his dream with his late brother, Pat, and how their family values shaped the way they run their business. He opens up about loss, perseverance, and the drive to keep pushing forward even in the toughest times. From navigating financial struggles to expanding the Maggie O'Brien's brand, Eddie offers insights into business, resilience, and the ever-changing landscape of St. Louis. The episode also explores deeper themes of community, family legacy, and the importance of staying grounded. You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call Looking for an alternative to alcohol? - Use code "NOBLE" for 20% off your order! https://bemightykind.com/ Timestamps: 1:39 - The tough first four years in business 3:12 - Buying Bombers and expanding the brand 7:15 - The impact of COVID-19 on expansion plans 9:50 - The unexpected opportunity to buy Maggie O’Brien’s 16:02 - Taking business risks and learning from them 23:41 - Growing up in a large family of 11 siblings 29:40 - The power of building local communities 32:12 - Eddie’s father’s gift for making people feel included 33:36 - Memories of Pat McVey's kindness and authenticity 41:16 - The deep impact of losing a sibling 46:01 - Learning to navigate grief and honoring Pat’s legacy 50:51 - Hard work vs. luck in business 54:48 - The challenges and future of St. Louis 57:38 - Why St. Louis needs better marketing and safety measures 01:00:52 - Advice for young people: The importance of common sense

4. 

   13 Mar 2025

   The Origin Story of "The Biscuit Joint"

   You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call Elliot Brown and Brandon Panosh are the joint owners of "The Biscuit Joint" in Midtown St. Louis as well as the owners of "Dinner at the Loft." I portable fine dining experience that brings dinner to you. We talk about how they started the Biscuit Joint, how is restaurant culture changing, and what it is like to be sober! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:54 - What Is NobleLore? 01:19 - Meet Elliot Brown & Brandon Panosh—Owners of The Biscuit Joint 03:56 - The Evolution of Kitchen Culture & Its Impact on the Food Industry 08:31 - How Elliot & Brandon’s Friendship Began 11:05 - The Path to Becoming a Great Chef 14:07 - Why Family Meal Matters—Building Community in a Restaurant 17:50 - Brandon’s Journey Into Cooking 22:10 - Elliot’s Background in the Food Industry 23:48 - How Elliot & Brandon Became Business Partners 28:38 - The Birth of "Dinner at the Loft"—How It All Started 33:28 - Why Elliot & Brandon Chose Sobriety & How It Transformed Their Lives 46:38 - Where Would Elliot & Brandon Be Today Without Each Other? 52:02 - The Role of Restaurants in Strengthening Communities 59:30 - How Art Creates Emotional Connection & Common Ground 1:04:15 - The Future of St. Louis’ Food Scene—What’s Coming Next? 1:08:11 - Advice for Young People: What Should They Focus on Today? 1:16:14 - What’s Next for Elliot & Brandon?

5. 

   6 Mar 2025

   The Origin Story of Rocky Aliberti

   You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call NeuAge - https://www.neuagehealthwellness.com/ Rocky Aliberti is an entrepreneur with a deep understanding of resilience, community, and the pursuit of success. He has a background in coaching hockey, music production, and is the owner of Neuage, a family health and wellness clinic in the St. Louis area. In this episode, Jack and Rocky discuss the importance of loyalty, overcoming adversity, and the unconventional paths people take to change their lives. They also discuss the struggles of growing up in tough environments, the impact of mental health on success, and the role of alternative medicine, like microdosing, in personal transformation. Rocky shares eye-opening stories about his experiences with friends, the realities of PTSD among veterans, and how financial independence can be the key to breaking cycles of hardship. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - What is NobleLore? 01:19 - Benefits of Microdosing Mushrooms 03:41 - Rocky's Experience with PTSD 07:17 - Growing Up In North St. Louis 09:28 - What Makes Rocky's Friend Group So Loyal? 12:31 - The Role Money Plays in Bettering Your Future 14:33 - Rocky's Background Playing and Coaching Hockey 17:04 - Building a Cluture—How to Be a Successful Coach 20:28 - Comeradery Among Hockey Teammates vs. Other Sports 25:19 - What Does Rocky Try to Teach His Young Players? 27:22 - The Difference Between Coaching High School vs. College Athletes 32:00 - Rocky's Time in the Music Industry 35:14 - How Losing a Friend to Struggles with Mental Health Changed Rocky's Life 40:43 - The Role Marketing Plays in the Music Industry 45:23 - What Do You Need to Be Successful Besides Talent? 49:46 - The Importance of Being Genuine 53:29 - How Not to Change Who You Are Around Other People 1:03:39 - What Should Young People Be Paying Attention to? 1:06:57 - NeuAge and Rocky's Experience Being a Leader

6. 

   20 Feb 2025

   College Dropout to $10,000 per Month in Less Than One Year (The Exact Way Not to Do It)

   You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call It is not your ability that is holding you back, but your limiting beliefs. Everyone has a podcast in them, but few have the tools and skills necessary to start it. Jack Millikan describes how he started NobleLore and all of the trials that he had to face in the process so you don’t have to. 00:00 - Intro: Losing $30K in Podcasting 00:13 - Early Life Struggles & Insecurities 03:45 - High School Struggles & the Importance of Building Relationships 06:17 - Working at a Country Club & the Importance of Networking 09:31 - Transitioning Into Sales 13:37 - Unexpected Issues and Making Mistakes With My First Podcast 22:24 - Dialing In & What I Learned from These Mistakes 23:17 - My First Client & Starting NobleLore 26:58 - Recognizing Bad Patterns & Giving Up Alcohol 29:32 - Starting Parium & Building an Exceptional Community 32:25 - Learning to Solve Problems by Working With Multiple Clients 33:52 - Creating a Marketing Machine With Your Podcast 35:09 - Building Trust With Long Form Content 38:45 - Overcoming Insecurity When Starting a Podcast 40:11 - Best Advice for Aspiring Podcasters 43:29 - Final Thoughts & Lessons from the Journey

7. 

   13 Feb 2025

   Communications Expert: How Agriculture Connects Farm and City Communities

   You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call Grounded Communications - https://groundedcomms.com/ Janice Person is a communications expert with a passion for connecting urban and rural communities. In this episode, Jack and Janice explore the divide between city dwellers and farmers, misconceptions about agriculture, and how effective communication can change public perception. They dive into the science behind farming, the role of technology in modern agriculture, and the power of curiosity in building understanding. Janice also shares her experience working in both corporate and grassroots settings, offering insights into how communication can reshape industries and communities. 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - What is NobleLore? 1:27 - Welcome: Janice Person 2:05 - Janice's background in communications & agriculture 5:05 - How different teaching styles impact learning 10:23 - The problem with monetizing controversy 13:29 - Organic vs. conventional farming 19:08 - Why policy needs to be backed by science 25:52 - Understanding numbers and statistics in agriculture 30:42 - How to tolerate different perspectives and opinions 36:53 - What city people get wrong about farmers 45:19 - Helping farmers adapt to city life 51:07 - What does Janice do for a living? 1:00:58 - What should young people be paying attention to right now?

8. 

   6 Feb 2025

   The Data Engineer Expert: How Bitcoin Can Protect Your Privacy

   You show up and talk, we handle the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call Rob Long is a data engineer with experience at Monsanto and a deep understanding of how data shapes our world. In this episode, Jack and Rob dive into the hidden mechanics behind digital surveillance, financial control, and the fight for privacy. They discuss how Bitcoin can be a tool for financial freedom, the challenges of opting out of data collection, and why decentralized social media could change the internet as we know it. Rob also shares his unique approach to retaining knowledge, his thoughts on sovereignty, and why curating a bookshelf can be a game-changer for personal growth. 0:00 - Intro 0:22 - What is NobleLore? 0:55 - What is a data engineer? 1:45 - How has being a data engineer shaped Rob's perspective? 2:39 - How data collection shapes our world 5:52 - The problem with fiat currency 7:18 - The utility of Bitcoin 14:38 - How does Rob use Bitcoin? 16:19 - The difference between Nostr and other social media platforms 25:28 - Podcasting on Nostr 31:34 - What stage of development is social media currently in? 37:28 - What is sovereignty, and why does it matter? 41:32 - Does Rob consider himself a free thinker? 42:19 - Rob’s curated bookshelf and the power of re-reading 49:25 - What is the most important thing that young people should be paying attention to?

9. 

   29 Jan 2025

   Alcohol is Changing: Diving In To Hemp Drinks

   You show up and talk, we take care of the rest of your podcast - https://calendly.com/noblelore/podcast-discovery-call Try Mighty Kind Cannabis Seltzer - https://bemightykind.com/ Josh Grigaitis is the founder of Mighty Kind Cannabis Seltzer and part of the family that owns Pop's Blue Moon in St. Louis, MO. In this episode, Jack and Josh discuss why Josh created Mighty Kind, Josh's experience when he stopped drinking alcohol, the growth of the craft non-alcoholic drink industry, the benefits of drinking plant-based functional beverages, the hemp industry's difficulties dealing with the government and the marijuana industry, Josh's business approach, and Josh's passion for design 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - What is NobleLore? 1:06 - Why Josh created Mighty Kind 7:16 - Finding community without alcohol 9:07 - When and why did non-alcoholic craft drinks start becoming popular? 14:27 - Why "functional beverages" are going to continue growing in popularity 16:55 - How to figure out how these drinks will affect you 19:58 - Removing the stigma around being sober 21:19 - Is social media making our culture better or worse? 25:35 - Governor tried to ban intoxicating hemp products 29:44 - Marijuana industry lobbying against the hemp industry 35:02 - Where can I get Mighty Kind seltzers? 36:19 - The legal difference between hemp products and marijuana products 43:53 - How Josh approaches business 46:45 - Josh's passion for design 50:48 - How understanding psychology can help you run a business 52:09 - Why the Mighty Kind family is so passionate about what they do 53:28 - What is something important for young people to be paying attention to?

10. 

    22 Jan 2025

    Every Lesson I Learned From Starting a Podcast (My Story)

    Need help with your podcast? Book a call - https://calendar.app.google/tL4vhsdwNoGmaKzg6 Have a great idea for a podcast but don’t know where to start? Do you run a business and want to give people a deeper insight into who you are and what you do? Let us take the stress out of the process! We specialize in recording, editing, and uploading podcasts. All you have to do is show up and talk, we take care of the rest. ✅ No Equipment Needed ✅ Expert Production Quality ✅ Hassle-Free Distribution From concept to final upload, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re a seasoned host or starting fresh, our team ensures your voice reaches the world clearly and professionally. 0:00 - Intro (Early life) 2:13 - Developing self-awareness 3:44 - College and past jobs 5:56 - My first podcast 7:14 - How I started the business 9:06 - Growing the business 10:59 - Building a community 12:59 - Why podcasts are important 13:39 - What does NobleLore do?

11. 

    15 Jan 2025

    Dating, Abuse, and Healing: How to Navigate Dating and Avoid Toxic Relationships with Ashley Maland

    Need help with your podcast? Book a call - https://calendar.app.google/tL4vhsdwNoGmaKzg6 Ashley is an advocate for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In this episode, Jack and Ashley discuss modern dating, unhealthy attention seeking, how to avoid toxic relationships, Ashley's personal experience in an abusive relationship, and Ashley's relationship with Christianity. 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - What is NobleLore? 1:00 - What is important to Ashley? 4:46 - Why is modern dating culture scary? 6:08 - Ashley's experience with bad relationships 8:04 - Ashley's first abusive relationship at age 16 10:27 - How should and how shouldn't young girls be seeking attention? 12:50 - Is the feminist movement empowering women in a healthy way? 14:58 - Do people want toxic relationships? 16:45 - People being toxic online 21:20 - Why are men more violent than women? 25:04 - How can women avoid abusive relationships? 32:14 - Ashley's relationship with Christianity 35:06 - Why Ashley enjoys being single right now 44:04 - How should men learn to communicate within a relationship? 53:34 - How to define manhood 58:27 - What should young people be paying attention to?

12. 

    1 Jan 2025

    House Hacking for Dummies with Martin Stelzer

    Martin Stelzer is a real estate investor, childhood friend of Jack's, and fellow member of the men's group "Parium." In this episode, Jack and Martin discuss becoming a real estate investor, house hacking, becoming involved in new business ventures, preparing for the unexpected, the benefit of fraternities, sobriety, and what the men's group "Parium" means to them. 0:00 - Intro 3:03 - Aspirations in real estate 5:20 - House hacking 6:37 - Preparing for the unexpected 10:05 - Residential vs commercial real estate investing 20:59 - Taking out loans to invest in property 25:27 - What happens after you get a loan 34:41 - How much should you charge for rent? 40:26 - Buying his first property during covid 49:42 - Martin and Jack's friendship growing up 55:09 - Forming bonds with people 57:07 - The rituals of fraternities 58:28 - How a lawyer helped their fraternity 1:00:52 - Religion and traditional living 1:07:00 - Developing confidence in college 1:09:20 - Drinking and sobriety 1:16:42 - What is Parium? Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! -  https://www.instagram.com/jack.millikan/

13. 

    25 Dec 2024

    Mess Up Until You Figure It Out with Evan Hughey

    Evan is a longtime friend of Jack and a paramedic fireman with multiple family members in the fire department. In this episode, Jack and Evan discuss the beginning of their friendship, Evan's upbringing and what role that played in the man he is today, Evan's experience as a paramedic, Evan's family members' experience in the fire department, and Evan's interest in mixed martial arts. 0:00 - Intro 1:31 - Why Evan loves MMA and the UFC 4:31 - How Jack and Evan became friends 6:38 - How friendships change over time 9:51 - Who Evan is now as opposed to who he was a couple years ago 12:08 - Rank structure in fire departments 13:10 - His dad let him fuck up (school of hard knocks) 22:16 - Two people had sex on top of a newborn 24:20 - “I'm a paramedic, I'm the highest level of care, if I fuck up I lose my license and someone dies.” 28:22 - “Grey's anatomy is not real.” 29:39 - Weed and alcohol 36:11 - What made Evan become a paramedic 43:07 - What Evan has going on in life now Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! -  https://www.instagram.com/jack.millikan/

14. 

    18 Dec 2024

    Inmate to Entrepreneur: Becoming a Better Human - Zach Babcock

    Beginning at only 9 years old, Zach Babcock spent much of his childhood in juvenile detention centers, rehabs, psych wards, and boys homes. He later spent 5 years in prison as a young adult. Since his release, Zach has become a husband, a father, and a successful entrepreneur dedicated to helping other men heal unresolved trauma, become better leaders, and grow their own businesses. 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - How Zach's story began 5:52 - Discussing his father's death 8:20 - Going to rehab and a psych ward as a child 10:15 - Processing his childhood trauma as an adult 14:56 - Does anyone really have life figured out? 19:42 - Discussing his prison sentence 27:18 - Finding out his sister died during his sentence 32:29 - How Zach reacted to his mom dating after his father died 33:40 - What Zach admired about his father 35:41 - Culture shock and readjusting after being released from prison 39:36 - Someone fractured Zach's son's skull while he was in prison 43:53 - How MDMA therapy helped Zach process his experienced trauma 50:15 - Difficulties facing his darkness 56:56 - What is a real man? 1:02:23 - Zach talks about his tattoos 1:03:24 - Building his brand: Alpha Underdog Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/jack.millikan/

15. 

    26 Nov 2024

    A True Canadian: How Do You Receive Signal From God? - Shaun Newman

    Shaun Newman is a friend, fellow podcaster, and a client of NobleLore. He releases 5 episodes of his podcast each week interviewing some of the most influential, controversial, and knowledgeable people in the world. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:04 - Teetotalism 8:25 - How do you receive signal from God? 19:38 - The Ottawa Trucker Protest 36:23 - Was the Ottowa Trucker Protest successful? 44:19 - Canada's main source of news is funded by the government 1:06:52 - What should young people be paying attention to? 1:11:20 - What makes a good marriage? 1:21:34 - Ideals within a relationship Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/jack.millikan/

16. 

    13 Nov 2024

    Everything is Meaningless: Might as Well Try - Izayah Hudnut

    Izayah Hudnut is one of my closest friends, an entrepreneur, and the swaggiest tech nerd you've ever seen. We discuss how he is getting his private pilot's license, what makes St. Louis great and what can make it even better, and the trials and tribulations we are going through in running our own businesses. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 4:09 - What did football teach you? 5:59 - What hangar are we recording in? 8:32 - How do you pursue courage? 11:37 - How did Izayah start his business? 23:22 - Izayah's family background 25:13 - What is Parium? 29:19 - The biggest problem with St. Louis is the marketing 32:23 - People come to St. Louis to see what they can give 35:05 - How do you choose your friends? 37:53 - Is it harder to date now? 41:52 - Are online communities sufficient 46:18 - What more can we do for St. Louis? 53:00 - Thoughts on religion 58:55 - How people mess up business 1:01:51 - What are you doing to find the right person 1:07:11 - Izayah is getting his Pilot's license 1:16:27 - What is the most important thing young people should be paying attention to? Want to automate your business for peak efficiency?: https://www.dor15.com/ Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/jack.millikan/

17. 

    4 Nov 2024

    The Longevity Expert: We Can Solve Aging in Our Lifetime - Benjamin Anderson

    Benjamin Anderson is a dear friend, scientist, entrepreneur, and a brilliant human being. We discuss his endeavors developing property north of the infamous "Delmar Divide," the work he is doing in longevity solving for aging through a process called, "Cell reprogramming," and our general view on important things to pay attention to in the world. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:47 - How did Jack and Benjamin's friendship start? 5:34 - How do you decide you want someone in your life forever? 11:28 - What is Benjamin's sanctuary that he retreats to? 14:08 - Agency and free-will as a means of purpose 16:47 - What are you doing to make an impact on the world? 20:49 - Why is Benjamin developing in Fountain Park? 29:27 - Is it dangerous to live north of Delmar? 35:15 - What does Benjamin admire most about his father? 40:04 - You can learn a lot about yourself raising children 44:08 - What do you do if you don't desire power or money? 49:37 - My thought process around voting 51:52 - What has challenged Benjamin's integrity? 57:39 - Most of academia is B.S. 1:02:43 - Can you develop taste? 1:11:21 - What is the purpose of Benjamin's research? 1:18:20 - Working on aging is comparable to Christianity 1:26:41 - What should young people be paying attention to? Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/jack.millikan/

18. 

    28 Oct 2024

    The Culture Expert: "Bitcoin Is the Most Important Technology in our Lifetime" - Vance Crowe

    Vance Crowe is the former Director of Millennial Engagement at Monsanto. He currently is the founder and owner of "Legacy Interviews", a service that captures individuals' life stories to pass down to their future generations and gives him a glimpse into the evolution of culture that few have the opportunity to observe. 0:00 - Intro 2:51 - Who is Vance Crowe? 6:55 - Describing your internal dialogue 11:20 - What does the "Garden of Eden" mean? 13:08 - How do you prepare your children for evil? 20:38 - How Vance's relationship with his wife started 24:30  -What accelerated Islam? 26:30 - What is so valuable about stories? 29:11 - How to get good at telling stories 36:15 - What was the controversy with Monsanto? 41:56 - Round-up isn't as bad as people think? 49:09 - Mobs are the most dangerous force to exist 53:01 - Why do people misunderstand Monsanto? 57:32 - Thoughts on RFK 1:03:15 - Bitcoin is the most important technology in our lifetime 1:11:18 - Your attention is more valuable than your time 1:15:18 - Why are companies using DEI? 1:32:00 - What should young people know? Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/jack.millikan/

19. 

    23 Oct 2024

    A Masterclass In Friendship: How Do You Know Your Friends Are Loyal? - Jack Ryan

    Jack Ryan is a lifelong friend,  golden gloves boxer, stand-up comedian, personal trainer, and life of the party wherever he goes. However on this episode, he shows a side of himself that I have known for years, but may come as a shock to many who only know him on a surface level. Jack is one of the most self aware and reflective human beings I have ever met, and that is on full display throughout our conversation. We talk about: - His diagnosis with diabetes at 8 years old - What makes a real friend? - Who is Jack behind the curtains? - How were we raised by our parents? Want help with your podcast? DM me on Instagram! - @Jack.Millikan Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 4:17 - The friend that makes sacrifices for you 7:14 - How was Jack raised? 11:21 - Bringing to light our insecurities 15:50 - Getting diagnoses with diabetes 25:53 - What did boxing teach Jack? 36:14 - How do you know your own beliefs? 40:54 - Having vulnerable conversations 49:11 - What was missed at Jack's low points?

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