Everybody Pulls The Tarp

This week Andrew reflects on the remarkable momentum in women’s sports over the past few years & sits down with women’s sports trailblazer Shannon Higgins-Cirovski. Shannon was a star midfielder for the US Women’s National Soccer Team in the 1980s and early 90s — and played a pivotal role in the team’s championship run at the first ever Women’s World Cup in 1991. In 2002, Shannon was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame — at the time, just the 3rd woman to be bestowed that honor. In this conversation, Andrew & Shannon explore her trailblazing journey & the success secrets behind her extraordinary career. This episode is filled with actionable ideas on leadership, finding your strengths, overcoming fears, & so much more. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro4:30 - USWNT early days6:50 - “It was a struggle but I wouldn’t change it for the world”7:24 - Learning from coaching legend Anson Dorrance10:40 - Pushing past your boundaries11:25 - First Women’s World Cup13:33 - USWNT intensity17:29 - Playing against Michelle Akers in college18:30 - Doubling down on commitment 19:31 - Unique contributions of different teammates20:32 - Finding strengths & mitigating weaknesses25:02 - 1991 World Cup title run26:01 - Reflecting on decades-long movement in women’s sports31:09 - Shannon’s “one thing”** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with Grammy-nominated recording artist & songwriter Miles Zuniga.  In 1994, Miles started the band Fastball with Tony Scalzo & Joey Shuffield. Fastball’s smash hit “The Way” was released in 1998 and ultimately became one of the most popular songs of the year. The song was part of an album that went platinum just 6 months after its release & the band was nominated for 2 Grammy awards. Today, Fastball is entering its 4th decade together as a band & showing no signs of slowing down. But none of it’s been easy. In this conversation, Miles shares an honest & candid look at his journey — and absolutely incredible stories you don’t want to miss. You’ll hear powerful lessons on finding inspiration in new places, how to change your trajectory with just 30 days of focused energy, & so much more.  Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro3:26 - Staying open to change5:05 - Forming Fastball6:30 - Decision to go to Austin for 30 days7:34 - Lessons from trip to Europe8:19 - Inspiration at Van Gogh Museum12:01 - 30 days in Austin17:03 - Power of practicing 5 mins/day20:20 - Getting Fastball off the ground25:01 - Creative liberties 30:35 - Decision to share the money35:03 - “A cactus that refused to die…”** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with acclaimed psychotherapist & bestselling author Amy Morin. Amy turned unimaginable tragedy & grief in her own life into a platform to help others. Her book "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do” is an international bestseller and she has published numerous other books on mental strength as well. Amy’s books have sold over 1 million copies worldwide & have been translated into over 40 languages. She’s also delivered one of the top 15 TEDx talks of all-time. In this conversation, Amy shares powerful strategies on how to build mental strength & kick the negative habits that hold us back. This conversation is filled with actionable ideas on navigating change, overcoming failure, balancing emotion with logic, changing self-limiting beliefs, & so much more.  Show Highlights: 0:00 - Intro4:08 - Viral article8:01 - Avoiding pitfalls13:18 - Doing simple things effectively14:55 - Navigating change15:50 - Avoiding decision fatigue17:37 - Why brain focuses on downside19:31 - Balancing emotion & logic22:57 - Taking action24:13 - Difficult conversations26:06 - Power of small steps31:08 - Self-awareness34:26 - Improving at overcoming failure38:11 - Importance of mistakes** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Dray. Stephanie began her career as a practicing attorney — but eventually changed course to chase her dream of becoming an author. Today she’s a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, & USA Today bestselling author of historical women’s fiction. Her award-winning work has been translated into many languages & regularly tops lists for the most anticipated reads of the year. This conversation is filled with so many powerful lessons about learning from history, turning ideas into compelling stories, cultivating passions into professions, & so much more. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro3:04 - Childhood storytelling5:10 - Signals you’re telling a great story6:04 - Co-writing stories with friends as a kid7:54 - Transition from lawyer to author11:34 - Learning from past generations15:58 - Turning ideas into stories16:17 - Cultivating passions into professions21:50 - Creative process24:13 - Feedback loops25:54 - Research process31:26 - Success secrets** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with new Duke University Head Football Coach Manny Diaz. Manny’s coaching journey began in the late 90s when he stepped away from an emerging career at ESPN to chase his coaching dream. He took an unpaid volunteer role at his alma mater Florida State — and the rest is history. Since then, he’s spent 26 years in coaching — including 3 as a head coach and 15 as a defensive coordinator. In this conversation, Manny shares a behind-the-scenes look at his career and many of the ideas & leadership philosophies he’s bringing to his new role at Duke. This conversation is filled with powerful life & career lessons that you can apply to anything. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro2:10 - Decision to leave ESPN for coaching5:45 - Lessons from mentors8:17 - “You become experts in failure”9:28 - Learning from different experiences11:06 - Organizing your day12:15 - Clearly communicating values & vision14:05 - Navigating high-stress environments15:45 - Manny’s “tarp pulling” moments16:40 - Hiring the right people18:27 - Transition to Duke20:37 - Making disciplined career decisions24:10 - Overcoming current challenges in college football28:36 - Gratitude & positivity  ** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with Green Bay Packers quarterback Sean Clifford. Sean’s journey is a shining example of what’s possible when you ignore doubters, show up daily, & believe in yourself. For example, Sean wasn’t even invited to the NFL Combine — the annual event where NFL scouts evaluate the year’s top draft-eligible players. However, Sean kept working and was selected by the Packers in the 5th round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Andrew & Sean explore what it’s like being a rookie in the NFL, how to learn new skills, ways to reframe adversity as motivation, & so much more. This episode is filled with powerful lessons on leadership, success, & reaching your full potential in anything. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro3:48 - From college to NFL6:25 - Finding your why8:41 - The art of waiting9:35 - Navigating ups & downs11:12 - Transition to Packers organization11:25 - Learning from Jordan Love12:05 - Personal growth15:50 - Learning from others18:20 - Meeting new people20:41 - Reflecting on Penn State career21:30 - Rose Bowl experience23:50 - 6 second mentality26:26 - Filtering out noise & doubters30:35 - Building Limitless NIL33:25 - Andrew reflects on Sean’s impact** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with former US Women’s National Team soccer star Leslie Osborne. Leslie played for the US Women’s National Team from 2004 to 2009, including 5 starts at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2007. In all, her professional career spanned 10 years — and she served as a team captain for every single one of the WPS & NWSL teams she played for. Leslie has been a member of the FOX Sports broadcast team since 2015. She’s also an entrepreneur and co-founder & owner of Bay FC, the new National Women’s Soccer League team that recently kicked off its inaugural season. This conversation is filled with actionable lessons about cultivating a strong work ethic, taking on new challenges, the power of raising your hand to help in new ways, & so much more. It’s also a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we work together with others to chase ambitious goals.Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro3:30 - Childhood5:50 - Playing with older kids6:20 - Youth national team7:10 - Consistency8:14 - Building work ethic10:30 - Managing busy schedule12:30 - Benefits of playing multiple sports14:06 - Advice to parents 15:51 - Picking a sport from a hat17:05 - Gravitating to team sports22:28 - Pitching investors for Boston Breakers26:02 - Building Bay FC26:36 - Growing your network27:03 - Benefits of “dabbling” in different things30:08 - Turning adversity into opportunity34:33 - Sixth Street’s record-setting investment** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with Grammy-nominated singer & songwriter Sophie B. Hawkins. Over the course of her extraordinary career, Sophie has released seven albums — including her acclaimed platinum-selling debut album which featured her iconic hit single “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover” that reached #6 on the Billboard Top 100. In this conversation, Sophie pulls back the curtain on many of the challenges & complex ideas she’s wrestled with through the years — and explores some of the moments & decisions that profoundly impacted her life. This conversation is raw & candid — and filled with powerful lessons on finding inspiration, limiting distractions, the power of self-discovery, resisting conventional wisdom, & so much more. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro3:01- Childhood exploration4:17 - Self-discovery5:32 - Avoiding disruption6:01 - Morning routine7:05 - Sacrifices10:46 - Going against industry norms14:50 - Empathy16:30 - Inspiration from MLK Jr.20:32 - Writing “Damn”27:16 - Live performances30:10 - Letting emotions in33:09 - Defining success34:48 - Advice to kids35:53 - Saving her dog’s life** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with former NFL quarterback Christian Ponder. Andrew & Christian dive deep into a journey that led Christian from a tough first season in pee wee football as a kid all the way to the NFL. Today, Christian is the Founder & CEO of The Post, a new private membership network connecting athletes turned business leaders. In this conversation, Christian shares a behind-the-scenes look at the mindsets, philosophies, & experiences that have shaped his approach on and off the field. You’ll hear actionable ideas on leadership, entrepreneurship, success, & more. This conversation is a powerful reminder of the ripple effect we can create when we bring people together around common bonds & shared experiences. Show Highlights: 0:00 - Intro2:56 - Childhood football memories6:26 - Modeling game after John Elway7:56 - College recruiting process8:52 - Building confidence10:21 - Preparation14:20 - Leadership15:25 - Tom Brady16:41 - Brock Purdy19:31 - Creating The Post23:25 - Scaling a community 28:09 - Building a thriving community30:02 - Vision for The Post

This week Andrew talks with songwriter & country music artist Casi Joy. In 2017, Casi took NBC’s The Voice by storm with a 4-chair turn during her blind audition — and Rolling Stone called it one of the show’s top ten auditions of all-time. Casi’s run to the show’s live finals ultimately catapulted her music career to the next level. This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at Casi’s journey — and many of the success secrets powering her music career. Casi shares her creative process, how she overcomes doubt, the biggest lessons she learned on The Voice, tips for chasing ambitious goals, & so much more. Show Highlights:0:00 - Intro3:12 - Talent show at 5 years old6:40 - Building confidence8:15 - Overcoming imposter syndrome9:25 - Signing with Radio Disney10:04 - Channeling excitement10:40 - “Blissful dissatisfaction”11:05 - Appreciating the journey12:55 - “Mental time travel”15:06 - Decision to move to Nashville18:40 - Experience on The Voice28:05 - Selling home & living on tour bus29:38 - BTS typical week for Casi30:55 - Creative process36:32 - Relationship with fans** Follow Andrew On Social **Twitter/X: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter