Brandon shares how he broke into a space that wasn’t built for him, brought a whole new culture to golf, and turned every obstacle — from financial struggles to sleeping in an RV — into fuel for his vision. This convo goes deep: fatherhood, mental battles, sacrifice, building community, and the power of betting on yourself.If you’ve ever felt like the system wasn’t made for you — this episode proves you don’t need to fit in to win. 🙌This isn’t just a podcast — it’s the real-life blueprint for anyone chasing purpose over paycheck.
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Why This Episode Hits Different
02:35 – Spotting the Hustle: Our First Encounter
6:10 – The Birth of “Golf Ballin’” and the UPS Truck
10:32 – Disrupting Golf Culture With Authenticity
15:20 – Mental Health, Self-Doubt & Entrepreneur Burnout
20:48 – Pops in the Trenches: Father-Son Legacy
28:05 – Living in an RV to Keep the Dream Alive
34:45 – Balancing Marriage, Family, and the Grind
41:12 – Childhood Hustles & Where the Drive Started
47:30 – Street Smarts Meet Innovation
53:15 – Is College Worth It? Real Talk for the Next Gen
58:55 – Choosing the Right Partner in Business & Life
1:03:00 – Giving Back Without Expecting Anything
1:07:25 – What Brandon Would Tell His Younger Self
1:10:15 – Defining Real Success in Today’s World
1:13:50 – Building the Oakley Shop From Scratch
1:18:45 – A Message to His Future Self
1:21:20 – Final Thoughts + Where to Follow Brandon
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