I’ll Get the Tip Podcast

From skydiving with his dad to relocating jaguars in Patagonia, CNN’s Bill Weir has seen more of the planet than most of us ever will. In this wide-ranging interview, he talks about regenerative farming, growing up between an evangelical mom and an atheist dad, and how empathy fuels his journalism.

We talk about:

🌱 “It’s not the cow, it’s the how” – what that actually means

🐄 How regenerative grazing could reverse climat...

🎣 From Brooklyn docks to battling 800-lb tuna offshore — meet Kyle Kolante, the young captain who's built a life chasing fish and fearlessly facing the sea.

In this episode, we sit down with professional fisherman and charter captain Kyle Kolante to explore the high-stakes world of offshore tuna fishing, his appearance on Wicked Tuna, and what it really takes to make a living on the water.

💥 Kyle shares:

His journey from...

🎬 What REALLY happens behind the scenes in Hollywood?

From near-drownings on million-dollar yachts to secret shoots with Willie Nelson, producer Clark Jackson has lived it all — and survived to tell the stories.

With over 750 music videos, countless commercials, films, and viral moments under his belt, Clark joins us for a raw, hilarious, and emotional look at the chaos and beauty of producing in Hollywood.

💥 In this episo...

When the phone rings at midnight and a global crisis is unraveling — Greg Hittelman is the one you want on the line.

Dubbed a "secret weapon of Capitol Hill," Greg Hittelman shares what it really takes to navigate political chaos, corporate disaster, and global corruption — all while staying calm and strategic under pressure.

In this powerful interview, Greg opens up about:

The first thing he does when a crisis hits (and why ...

In this unforgettable episode, baseball icon Bobby Valentine relives one of the most infamous moments in MLB history — getting ejected from a Mets game, returning in disguise, and getting caught on live TV.

But that’s just the beginning.

From his bold promise to win 40 out of 55 games (or quit) to his championship run in Japan, Bobby opens up about:

The full truth behind the dugout disguise scandal

The pressure-filled 1...

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Step inside the incredible true story of Bobby Valentine — Major League Baseball star, iconic manager, international coach, entrepreneur, and all-around Renaissance man.

In this powerful, candid interview, Bobby opens up about:

His early days with the Dodgers, being drafted alongside Bill Buckner

Life under legendary ma...

Step behind the scenes with powerhouse indie film producer Lisa Black as she shares her incredible journey from the corporate world to the chaotic, creative, and high-stakes world of independent filmmaking.

In this raw and revealing interview, Lisa opens up about:

Surviving freezing chaos on a Norwegian set

Saving a neighborhood from a potential explosion mid-filming

Producing the first major film in Delaware since Dead...

In an era of constant connection, why do so many people feel more alone than ever?

Licensed counselor Jesse Miller and holistic practitioner Beth Cantier join I’ll Get the Tip to unpack the hidden epidemic of loneliness, the impact of social media on real human relationships, and how the pandemic changed the way we define being “social.”

From personal stories to practical advice for parents, teens, and anyone struggling with ...

Golf has never been more popular — and Jeff Price is one of the key people shaping its future.

As Chief Commercial Officer for the PGA of America, Jeff oversees everything from the Ryder Cup to partnerships with the world’s biggest brands. In this exclusive conversation, he shares insider stories from behind the scenes of golf’s most iconic events, the explosive growth of the women’s game, and how AI is changing the sport foreve...

He’s called the “Indiana Jones of the Art World” — but Arthur Brand’s real stories put Hollywood to shame.

With $300 million in recovered stolen art, from priceless paintings to ancient manuscripts, Brand has taken on mafia bosses, terrorists, drug lords, and the world’s most elusive thieves. In this exclusive interview, he shares how he cracked history’s biggest art heists, the truth about the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum th...

Ever wonder who REALLY did some of Michael Jordan’s craziest moves in those legendary Nike commercials? In this exclusive interview, stunt double Nigel shares never-before-heard stories from the sets of Nike, Pepsi, and Space Jam. From the “thousand-foot dunk” to card games that turned competitive with MJ, to behind-the-scenes secrets with director Joe Pytka — this is the side of Michael Jordan you’ve never seen.

🏀 What You’ll ...

He never went to school, dove into dumpsters for broken electronics, and was diagnosed with dyslexia—yet today he's a leading mind in neuroscience, AI, and quantum biology.

Meet Dr. Newton Howard, founder of MIT’s Mind Machine Project and a pioneer in brain modeling, machine learning, and synthetic intelligence. In this extraordinary conversation, he reveals:

✅ Why dyslexia is a gift — and how to rewire the brain with color, ...

Discover the remarkable journey of Waterbury’s Police Chief Fred Spagnolo, whose lifelong commitment to public service has reshaped the city's future. In this powerful conversation, Chief Spagnolo shares stories from his career spanning patrol divisions to groundbreaking community initiatives. Learn how he transformed the Police Athletic League (PAL) to positively impact over 4,000 youths, built trust between law enforcement and co...

What if the difference between average success and massive success came down to one skill?

🎤 In this episode, we sit down with Bob Dixon, President of Dale Carnegie Connecticut, to uncover the timeless principles of Dale Carnegie — the same ideas that transformed the lives of Oprah Winfrey, Warren Buffett, Ronald Reagan, and Tom Hanks.

Whether you’re an executive, student, or entrepreneur, this fast-paced conversation reveal...

Discover the extraordinary journey of Kelhens Cherine—a professional wrestling announcer, advocate, community mentor, and scriptwriter—whose life story is a living testament to resilience, hope, and giving back. This in-depth interview reveals how Kellen overcame homelessness as a teenager, turned adversity into purpose, and continues to uplift others through service and storytelling.

Step into the realistic world of independent wr...

In this jaw-dropping episode of I'll Get the Tip, visionary entrepreneur and biotech innovator Cyriac Roeding shares how his latest company, EARLI, is pioneering a way to flip the script on cancer — not just treating it, but reprogramming it to self-destruct.

From selling his startup Shopkick for $250M to reinventing early cancer detection, Roeding reveals:

How to break the startup "chicken and egg" trap

Why success is 33% skill, 3...

What does it really take to be "on" 24/7, carry the Mrs. America crown, and still put your family first? In this unfiltered interview, Shelly Carbone—Mrs. America 2011, registered nurse, public servant, and proud mom of four—shares her journey from small-town Connecticut to national pageant stardom and beyond   Get an inside look at how Shelly manages the relentless pressures of the spotlight, balances motherhood, community work, a...

What does it take to go from New York Yankees hero to facing your darkest moment—and how do you come back? In this deeply raw and inspiring interview, Jim Leyritz, renowned for his unforgettable World Series home runs and clutch postseason performances with the New York Yankees, opens up about his extraordinary journey from Major League Baseball greatness to personal tragedy and the hard-fought path to redemption that followed.

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From incarceration to inspiration — this is the powerful story of James Stephen Lee.

In this episode of I’ll Get The Tip, we sit down with actor, writer, and motivational speaker James Stephen Lee. Once entrenched in the darkest corners of street life and addiction, James turned everything around after prison and is now changing lives with his message and story.

He talks openly about his past, the trauma that shaped him, and how he...