Everybody Pulls The Tarp

This week Andrew talks with Hootie & The Blowfish drummer & 2x Grammy Award winner Jim Sonefeld. In 1989, Jim & bandmates Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, & Darius Rucker were playing gigs at small bars & fraternity parties at the University of South Carolina. In 1994, they released their first album Cracked Rear View — and it became a massive success. The band went on to win 2 Grammys, release 6 more studio albums, & sell over 25 million albums worldwide. In this conversation, Jim shares a behind-the-scenes look at his extraordinary career & the success secrets that have made Hootie & The Blowfish one of the most iconic bands of all-time. Jim also talks candidly about his battle with addiction & how he ultimately charted a path to recovery. He also shares a timeless lesson on the power of asking yourself “why not?” when trying to overcome fears. This conversation is a raw & emotional look at the highs & lows of success. Show Highlights:(3:04) - First experience with Hootie & The Blowfish(4:29) - Unique beginnings(4:54) - Auditioning in self-storage unit(7:20) - Simple mindset(7:42) - Enjoying the process(8:24) - Focus & attention to detail(9:03) - Keeping things simple(11:13) - Navigating rejection(12:50) - Dealing with setbacks(14:40) - Collaborating as a band(16:12) - Adapting & evolving over time(17:14) - Processing change(19:24) - Maintaining connection with fans(22:57) - Sustaining success(25:30) - Addiction & recovery(28:15) - Willingness(30:44) - Darius Rucker’s solo career(31:25) - 2019 tour(33:56) - Childhood doubt(34:05) - Overcoming fears** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with 6x AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Champion & Paris 2024 Olympic hopeful Betsi Flint. In 2015, Betsi burst onto the pro beach volleyball scene and was named AVP Tour Newcomer of the Year. Since then, she’s been one of the most effective & consistent beach volleyball players in the world. Named the AVP Best Server of the Year in 2019 & 2022, Betsi’s skills span both the physical & mental side of her sport — and she’s known for the cerebral, thoughtful nature of her game. In this conversation, Betsi shares tons of actionable ideas you can use to improve performance in anything. You’ll hear actionable lessons on learning new skills, increasing self-discipline, & turning weaknesses into strengths. Betsi also discusses a framework called “Think Box vs. Play Box” — a powerful concept she uses to increase her focus & be more present. Show Highlights:(2:26) - Betsi’s journey to pro beach volleyball(4:00) - Self-discipline(4:28) - Building a training program(6:55) - Early success & newcomer of the year(8:16) - Building upon strengths(8:28) - Mindfully focusing on growth(11:24) - Think box vs Play box(13:20) - Filtering distractions & negative thoughts(16:01) - Maintaining an aggressive mindset(18:36) - Building a successful partnership(19:12) - Nonverbal communication(23:19) - Road to Paris 2024(23:54) - Peaking at the right time(25:23) - Positive self-talk, leading by example(29:10) - Talking to stuffed animals** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

Rand Pecknold, longtime Quinnipiac men’s hockey coach who rose from a $6,700 Division III start to a 2023 national title, walks through the climb. He talks recruiting for character and hockey IQ, turning adversity into an advantage, relentless preparation, marginal gains on details like faceoffs and special teams, and building selfless, high-intensity teams ready for pressure.

Andrew talks with New York Times bestselling author Andrea Bartz. In 2021, Andrea’s thriller novel We Were Never Here became an instant New York Times bestseller & a Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick. Andrew is also joined this week by special guest co-host Nathan Baugh who studies the world’s best storytellers & tweets about it to over 220,000 people every day. Nathan also writes World Builders, an email newsletter about storytelling that he sends to over 60,000 people each week. In this conversation, Andrew & Nathan ask Andrea about her new book The Spare Room—and explore the secrets behind her creative process. You’ll learn how to capture new ideas, overcome creative doubt, & shape stories that resonate deeply with others. This episode will help you develop your craft as a storyteller—a powerful skill critical to forming deeper connections with others and communicating ideas that stand the test of time.Show Highlights:(2:40) - Writing stories as a child(5:28) - Imitating writers you enjoy(6:22) - Studying journalism in college(7:58) - Pursuing a new career after layoff(10:12) - Sunk cost fallacy(10:39) - Learning from others(11:23) - Writing first and refining later(14:02) - Polishing a draft(15:15) - Capturing new ideas(16:40) - Exploring ideas through writing(19:09) - Role of conflict(20:13) - Picking timely topics to write about(26:57) - Improving as a writer(29:08) - Overcoming doubt & intimidation(33:35) - Pursuing new challenges(35:09) - Trying new things** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with Washington Commanders star Charles Leno Jr. In January, Charles made his 127th consecutive regular season NFL start—continuing one of the NFL’s longest active consecutive game streaks. In addition to always being there for his teammates on the field, Charles is also a consistent presence off-the-field in the community. He was a 2022 nominee for the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, which recognizes NFL players for outstanding community service and excellence on the field. In this conversation, Andrew asks Charles about the mindsets & techniques that have made him one of the NFL’s most consistent players. You’ll hear important lessons on creating effective routines, building confidence, increasing focus, & so much more.Show Highlights:(3:07) - 127th consecutive NFL game(4:31) - Creating an effective routine(7:20) - Getting back on track(8:58) - Being available and present(9:19) - Advice from Ron Rivera(9:30) - Living in the moment(11:18) - Mindset tools to increase focus(15:56) - Reading body language(18:15) - Navigating change(21:14) - Building confidence(23:25) - Community service(29:20) - Finding your passions** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with soccer legend Carli Lloyd. Carli is a 2x World Cup Champion, 2x Olympic Gold Medalist, & back-to-back FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year in 2015 & 2016. In 2003, Carli was cut from the US U-21 national team—and thought her dream of playing for the US Women’s National team was over. Instead of quitting, Carli reshaped her mindset to embrace challenges, stop making excuses, & turn her weaknesses into strengths. She went on to play 17 years with the US Women’s National Team and played in more World Cup & Olympic matches than any US player in history. This conversation is for anyone who’s ever been knocked down, cut from a team, missed a promotion, or fallen short of a goal. It’s filled with insight to help you achieve championship level success in anything—and is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we're open to change & willing to do the work. Show Highlights:(3:29) - Getting cut from U-21 team(4:18) - Choosing between two paths(5:52) - Working on weaknesses(9:48) - Controlling what you can control(12:14) - Managing distractions(13:10) - Auditing your schedule(14:14) - Being available consistently(16:46) - Building a strong mindset(17:49) - Rest & recovery(19:50) - Thriving under pressure(21:20) - Responding to adversity(22:56) - Pushing your limits(24:54) - Carli’s tarp pulling moments(27:29) - Final game with USWNT(29:56) - Reflections on end of career** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with Olympic gold medalist & Team USA Women’s Hockey legend Brianna Decker.  Brianna is a 3x Olympian, 2x MVP in the Women’s National Hockey League, & one of the greatest hockey players in history. In 2022, she broke her leg a few minutes into the first game at the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing. Instead of flying home, Brianna stayed with the team and found ways to help from off the ice. She recently announced her retirement and is transitioning into life as a hockey coach. In this conversation, Andrew asks Brianna about her career & the success secrets that made her an all-time hockey great. This episode is filled with practical lessons on leadership, overcoming adversity, leveraging your support network, & so much more. Show Highlights:(4:53) - Seeing things from a new vantage point(5:54) - Decision to retire(7:42) - Helping the team in new ways(8:38) - Zooming out when faced with adversity(12:28) - Developing a competitive mindset(14:19) - Benefits of being well-rounded(16:31) - Accountability(17:03) - Training with people better than you(18:31) - Building a support network(20:42) - Coaching(24:45) - Gaining perspective by doing the basics(26:54) - Power of a role model** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with former MLB catcher & 2013 World Series Champion Ryan Lavarnway. Ryan went to Yale University — a school that’s produced more US presidents than big-league hitters. He was drafted by the Boston Red Sox and then experienced twists and turns that pushed his never-give-up mindset to the max. Over the course of Ryan’s 10-year MLB career, he played for 8 MLB teams and was called up, sent down to the minors, traded, or released 26 times. He did it all playing the catcher position which is one of the most complex & multi-faceted roles in sports. In this conversation, Andrew and Ryan dive deep into the success secrets that made Ryan one of baseball’s most resilient players. You’ll learn how to improve mental focus, navigate new environments, and spot subtle things in people’s body language that can have a massive impact on your success. This episode will help you maximize your potential in anything.Show Highlights:(2:54) - Getting recruited to Yale(6:21) - Pursuing your best(8:33) - Resilience through ups and downs(9:55) - How to know when to move on(11:20) - Adjusting to the situation(13:05) - Learning to accept adversity(15:02) - Balancing different roles(17:15) - Building rapport with teammates(19:06) - Reading body language(21:08) - Reinventing yourself(24:58) - Mental focus(26:05) - Getting ready for new situations(28:05) - Shifting to team-oriented mindset(29:48) - Community service(31:29) - Learning to fail(32:18) - Finding a bigger purpose** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with Chef Chris Kyler. Chris served in the US Navy—where he was part of a team that cooked for 5,000 sailors every single day. He rose the ranks to become the personal chef to the Commanding Officer of USS Harry S. Truman. Chris received glowing accolades for his work from former US President George H. W. Bush & celebrities like Bruce Willis. Chris was a finalist on Food Network’s Food Network Star and today is an entrepreneur & CEO of his own catering company.  In this conversation, Andrew asks Chris what he learned cooking for thousands on a Navy ship — and how he applies those lessons today navigating life as an entrepreneur. You’ll hear lessons on how to master the basics, focus on little details, better plan for roadblocks that get in your way, & so much more.Show Highlights:(1:57) - First time cooking gravy(3:11) - Mastering craft over 25 years(3:30) - Malcolm Gladwell’s 10,000 hours principle(4:04) - Cooking for 5,000 people in US Navy(4:46) - Seeking diverse experiences(5:03) - Getting into US Navy(7:42) - Standing out from the pack(12:35) - Cooking for President George H.W. Bush(15:13) - Client service & attention to detail(17:36) - Exceeding expectations(19:18) - Planning and preparation(21:45) - Multitasking effectively (24:01) - Planning for unknowns(36:02) - A personal story about motivation(40:10) - Sustaining success** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter

This week Andrew talks with former pro basketball player and accomplished writer Dan Grunfeld. Dan is the son of former New York Knicks star & NBA executive Ernie Grunfeld, the only player in NBA history whose parents survived the Holocaust. Dan chronicled his family’s remarkable story of tragedy, survival, & triumph in his book By The Grace of the Game. As you'll hear, Dan's family experienced tremendous loss in the Holocaust. In this conversation, Andrew asks Dan all about his family’s history, what he learned from it, and the impact it has on him today. Like Andrew, whose grandparents also survived the Holocaust, so much of Dan’s life is shaped deeply by his own family’s history. This is a powerful conversation filled with lessons on navigating adversity, maintaining perspective, & seeing the good in every situation.Show Highlights:(3:53) - Dan's family story(5:18) - Raoul Wallenberg saving Dan's grandmother(7:41) - Impact of family history on Dan's life(9:47) - Andrew's takeaways from his family's story(11:02) - Growing up around New York Knicks(12:48) - Dealing with pressure(13:51) - Overcoming public scrutiny(15:45) - Keeping things in perspective(19:54) - College basketball career at Stamford(20:04) - Navigating adversity(23:33) - Playing pro in Europe & Israel(24:40) - Two "life mantras" to live by(28:32) - Passing on stories to future generations** Follow Andrew On Social Media **Twitter: @andrewhmosesInstagram: @AndrewMoses123Sign up for e-mails to keep up with Andrew's podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter