Coffee & Grit
đïž Welcome to Coffee & Grit, where stories are served information with soul! Dive into the wild terrain of entrepreneurship & visionary leadership with Jason Tracey as he nterviews resilient individuals who have conquered the jungle of business and community impact. Each episode is jam packed with powerful insights and inspiration to fuel your own journey. Join us as we sip on tales of triumph, perseverance, and the indomitable human spirit. Subscribe now and let's brew success together, one story at a time! âđŒ #CoffeeAndGrit #Entrepreneurship #VisionaryLeadership #PersonalDevelopment
Episodes
August 21, 2025 âą 43 mins
Letâs talk real...
If youâve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, inconsistent with your content, or questioning whether your marketing efforts are even working⊠this oneâs for you.
Because Iâve been there too!
In this solo episode of Coffee & Grit, I step back into the studioâLoudmouth Studioâto catch you up on the wild journey of building something from scratch while still trying to coach, create, lead, and live.
We dive into:
If youâve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, inconsistent with your content, or questioning whether your marketing efforts are even working⊠this oneâs for you.
Because Iâve been there too!
In this solo episode of Coffee & Grit, I step back into the studioâLoudmouth Studioâto catch you up on the wild journey of building something from scratch while still trying to coach, create, lead, and live.
We dive into:
- How my...
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August 7, 2025 âą 59 mins
Ever feel like you were lazy, unmotivated, or just... brokenâbecause the traditional path never lit you up?
You sat in the back of the classroom, zoned out in office meetings, watching your peers climb ladders you didnât even want to lean against...You werenât the problem! You were a visionary stuck in a system that couldnât hold you.
That is exactly what fueled this impromptu recording of Coffee & Grit after a trust builder mee...
You sat in the back of the classroom, zoned out in office meetings, watching your peers climb ladders you didnât even want to lean against...You werenât the problem! You were a visionary stuck in a system that couldnât hold you.
That is exactly what fueled this impromptu recording of Coffee & Grit after a trust builder mee...
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July 24, 2025 âą 108 mins
Whatâs up, everybody?! Welcome back to another episode of Coffee & Grit â and you already know Iâm fired up for this one!
Itâs not every day I get to jam in the new studio with a three-time guest, a true friend, and one of the biggest difference makers I know â the Godfather of Connecting People, Steven Zyskowski, founder of Caerusnet Michigan.
Steveâs was back in Michigan last week from sunny Arizona for the annual Caerusnet Bre...
Itâs not every day I get to jam in the new studio with a three-time guest, a true friend, and one of the biggest difference makers I know â the Godfather of Connecting People, Steven Zyskowski, founder of Caerusnet Michigan.
Steveâs was back in Michigan last week from sunny Arizona for the annual Caerusnet Bre...
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July 17, 2025 âą 75 mins
This episode features a powerhouse Difference MakerâRhonda Trask, founder of Hearts CRi Michigan (HCRi)âwhoâs rewriting the story for foster, adoptive, and kinship families across the state.
If youâve never walked alongside a foster, adoptive, or kinship familyâyou probably have no idea just how isolating, exhausting, and misunderstood the journey can be. But Rhonda does. And sheâs made it her mission to see these families, hear the...
If youâve never walked alongside a foster, adoptive, or kinship familyâyou probably have no idea just how isolating, exhausting, and misunderstood the journey can be. But Rhonda does. And sheâs made it her mission to see these families, hear the...
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July 10, 2025 âą 110 mins
What happens when you combine Southern grit, global business leadership, a little Café Du Monde, and a whole lot of faith?
You get Tom Rivers.
In the very first episode recorded in our new content studio (after a few hard lessons and black screens, of course), Tom and I dive into a rich conversation about starting from scratch, chasing vision, and building a life and business with purpose. From his Cajun roots and coffee memories in ...
You get Tom Rivers.
In the very first episode recorded in our new content studio (after a few hard lessons and black screens, of course), Tom and I dive into a rich conversation about starting from scratch, chasing vision, and building a life and business with purpose. From his Cajun roots and coffee memories in ...
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June 26, 2025 âą 102 mins
Karyn Kokeny didnât just pivot careersâshe flipped the whole damn script.
In this fire-packed conversation, we talk about what it really takes to build a business, develop confidence, and 10X your life from the inside out. From her early days coaching gymnastics to climbing the corporate ladder to aligning with the Grant Cardone team, Karynâs journey is a full-circle transformation fueled by mindset, mentorship, and straight-up grit...
In this fire-packed conversation, we talk about what it really takes to build a business, develop confidence, and 10X your life from the inside out. From her early days coaching gymnastics to climbing the corporate ladder to aligning with the Grant Cardone team, Karynâs journey is a full-circle transformation fueled by mindset, mentorship, and straight-up grit...
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June 19, 2025 âą 100 mins
What does it take to turn a life-shattering diagnosis into a mission that empowers millions?Â
In this deeply personal and raw episode, Heather Ruby, founder of With Haven AI, shares how she transformed her husbandâs cancer battle into a lifeline for caregivers.
Heather takes us on a powerful journeyâfrom the panic of an unexpected diagnosis to the overwhelming weight of being a caregiver, while running a business and raising a family...
In this deeply personal and raw episode, Heather Ruby, founder of With Haven AI, shares how she transformed her husbandâs cancer battle into a lifeline for caregivers.
Heather takes us on a powerful journeyâfrom the panic of an unexpected diagnosis to the overwhelming weight of being a caregiver, while running a business and raising a family...
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June 12, 2025 âą 75 mins
Ready to turn relentless curiosity into real-world freedom?
In this high-voltage conversation, Jason sits down with Audrey SchultzââModern Frontierswoman,â successful blogger, vacation-rental investor, interior-designer-turned-realtor, and self-taught Spanish speakerâjust days after they first met in Difference Maker Bootcamp.Â
Audrey peels back the curtain on her three-year, no-pay grind to monetize her gardening blog, the burnout f...
In this high-voltage conversation, Jason sits down with Audrey SchultzââModern Frontierswoman,â successful blogger, vacation-rental investor, interior-designer-turned-realtor, and self-taught Spanish speakerâjust days after they first met in Difference Maker Bootcamp.Â
Audrey peels back the curtain on her three-year, no-pay grind to monetize her gardening blog, the burnout f...
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June 5, 2025 âą 84 mins
What does it take to build a business that doesnât just survive, but thrives on trust, integrity, and the power of human connection? Â
In this weeks episode, Nate Varilone, founder of Varilone Construction, takes us behind the scenes of his journey from laying tile in his first winter to building a thriving construction company known for its tight-knit team, meaningful relationships, and unwavering commitment to doing things right.
N...
In this weeks episode, Nate Varilone, founder of Varilone Construction, takes us behind the scenes of his journey from laying tile in his first winter to building a thriving construction company known for its tight-knit team, meaningful relationships, and unwavering commitment to doing things right.
N...
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May 29, 2025 âą 86 mins
What if the very thing youâve been hiding could become your greatest source of power?
In this unforgettable episode of Coffee & Grit, Jason sits down with Lindsey Hallâa passionate artist, photographer, entrepreneur, and mental health advocateâwhose journey will both break your heart and light your fire.
From the early days of shooting portraits with a hand-me-down camera to building not one, but two thriving photography studios,...
In this unforgettable episode of Coffee & Grit, Jason sits down with Lindsey Hallâa passionate artist, photographer, entrepreneur, and mental health advocateâwhose journey will both break your heart and light your fire.
From the early days of shooting portraits with a hand-me-down camera to building not one, but two thriving photography studios,...
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May 22, 2025 âą 52 mins
Ever had that whisper inside telling you thereâs more?
This solo episode flips the script and takes you deep into The Alchemistânot as a book review, but as a mirror to the entrepreneurâs journey. From dreams that wonât let go, to fears that keep us stuck, to the wild synchronicities that show up once we commitâthis is about the power of owning your story, stepping into your Personal Legend, and trusting that the universe is conspir...
This solo episode flips the script and takes you deep into The Alchemistânot as a book review, but as a mirror to the entrepreneurâs journey. From dreams that wonât let go, to fears that keep us stuck, to the wild synchronicities that show up once we commitâthis is about the power of owning your story, stepping into your Personal Legend, and trusting that the universe is conspir...
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May 15, 2025 âą 92 mins
What if the âboringâ routine is the secret to living your wildest dreams? In this powerhouse return to the mic, Mary Vance is backâand sheâs more grounded, fiery, and energized than ever. Two years after her Wake the F** Up* episode, we reunite for an unforgettable conversation about what it really means to live the lifestyle, not just preach it.
Maryâs not just a coachâshe is the billboard for Mary Vance Lifestyle. And this episode...
Maryâs not just a coachâshe is the billboard for Mary Vance Lifestyle. And this episode...
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May 8, 2025 âą 80 mins
What if you never came back homeâhow different would your community be?
In this heart-centered episode of Coffee & Grit, I sit down with Erika McNamaraâattorney, entrepreneur, and absolute Difference Makerâto unpack a journey that feels like a real-life version of Itâs a Wonderful Life. From international business in China to solo law practice in Brighton, Erikaâs story is one of reinvention, resilience, and relentless service.
T...
In this heart-centered episode of Coffee & Grit, I sit down with Erika McNamaraâattorney, entrepreneur, and absolute Difference Makerâto unpack a journey that feels like a real-life version of Itâs a Wonderful Life. From international business in China to solo law practice in Brighton, Erikaâs story is one of reinvention, resilience, and relentless service.
T...
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May 1, 2025 âą 82 mins
What happens when you trade in your classroom for the coaching seat â and let your story fuel your impact?
In this powerful episode of Coffee & Grit, I sit down with Julia Keider, a former teacher who turned her passion for people and purpose into a thriving coaching and consulting career. Juliaâs journey isnât just about making a career move â itâs about honoring your life experiences, embracing your full story, and realizing t...
In this powerful episode of Coffee & Grit, I sit down with Julia Keider, a former teacher who turned her passion for people and purpose into a thriving coaching and consulting career. Juliaâs journey isnât just about making a career move â itâs about honoring your life experiences, embracing your full story, and realizing t...
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April 24, 2025 âą 113 mins
What if the problem isnât conflictâbut the way we define it?
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Coffee & Grit, I sit down with the legendary leader & EOS Implementer Mike Gruley to stir the pot on a topic most people avoid: communication that creates breakthroughs, not breakdowns.
We unpack the silent killer of progressâartificial harmonyâand explore how most people confuse healthy conversation with conflict. From fa...
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Coffee & Grit, I sit down with the legendary leader & EOS Implementer Mike Gruley to stir the pot on a topic most people avoid: communication that creates breakthroughs, not breakdowns.
We unpack the silent killer of progressâartificial harmonyâand explore how most people confuse healthy conversation with conflict. From fa...
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April 17, 2025 âą 50 mins
In this special solo episode of Coffee & Grit, Jason Tracey takes the mic to share the raw, unfiltered journey of self-discovery, resilience, and stepping fully into your purpose.
After a last-minute cancellation, Jason seizes the opportunity to dive deep into the power of self-awarenessâunderstanding what truly energizes you, drives you, and defines your superpower. From reflecting on personal habits that fuel success to recogn...
After a last-minute cancellation, Jason seizes the opportunity to dive deep into the power of self-awarenessâunderstanding what truly energizes you, drives you, and defines your superpower. From reflecting on personal habits that fuel success to recogn...
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April 10, 2025 âą 72 mins
There are episodes you record⊠and then there are episodes you feel in your bones.
This is one of those. An instant classic. One of my favorites of all time.
In this conversation with Stu Strahan, we go way beyond business. Stu opens up with raw honesty about the heartbreak of losing it all â and the long, quiet years of doubt that followed. He shares the moment his son reignited the entrepreneurial fire in him, pulling him out of fe...
This is one of those. An instant classic. One of my favorites of all time.
In this conversation with Stu Strahan, we go way beyond business. Stu opens up with raw honesty about the heartbreak of losing it all â and the long, quiet years of doubt that followed. He shares the moment his son reignited the entrepreneurial fire in him, pulling him out of fe...
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April 3, 2025 âą 38 mins
From Side Hustle to Snack Sensation: The Spicy Rise of Crosseyeâs Ghost Pretzels
In this episode of Coffee & Grit, we sit down with John Hyden a Difference Maker, and someone who turned late-night kitchen experiments into a full-blown viral snack brand. What started as a creative outlet during the 2008 housing crash quickly snowballed into something way bigger⊠thanks to a little fire, a lot of flavor, and one pickle guyâs revie...
In this episode of Coffee & Grit, we sit down with John Hyden a Difference Maker, and someone who turned late-night kitchen experiments into a full-blown viral snack brand. What started as a creative outlet during the 2008 housing crash quickly snowballed into something way bigger⊠thanks to a little fire, a lot of flavor, and one pickle guyâs revie...
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March 27, 2025 âą 89 mins
What if you ran your business like a college football team? Thatâs the question we unpack in this high-energy reunion with Desi Mayner â one of the original Coffee & Grit guests from way back in Episode 2. So much has changed since his first visit in February 2020 (pre-pandemic!), and Desiâs journey of transformation from coaching athletes to building elite business teams is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we dive ...
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March 20, 2025 âą 97 mins
Pete Lopez was 27 when he got the news no one ever wants to hear.
He had a severe back injury that left him bed ridden for 3 months, and surgery was the only option. His dreams of living an active, pain-free life? Done.
At least, thatâs what they told him. But Pete had a choice: accept that storyâor rewrite it. What happened next wasnât just about healing himself. It was about owning his life in a way he never had before.
He committed...
He had a severe back injury that left him bed ridden for 3 months, and surgery was the only option. His dreams of living an active, pain-free life? Done.
At least, thatâs what they told him. But Pete had a choice: accept that storyâor rewrite it. What happened next wasnât just about healing himself. It was about owning his life in a way he never had before.
He committed...
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