We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast

We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast

The We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast is a monthly presentation co-hosted by nationally recognized experts and advocates Nicky Gacos and Terry Smith. Sponsored in part by the National Association of Blind Merchants, the podcast will focus on past, current, and future issues impacting the Randolph-Sheppard Program and blind entrepreneurs. Nicky and Terry will lead discussions on important topics and invite nationally acclaimed guests to share their perspectives. The ultimate goal is to promote blind entrepreneurship.

Episodes

May 5, 2025 60 mins
In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite special guests from Tennessee to discuss legislation that threatened the priority in that state.
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In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz
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February 1, 2025 56 mins
In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss everything going on in DC as it relates to Randolph-Sheppard. And it’s a lot
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January 1, 2025 57 mins
In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz
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December 1, 2024 44 mins
In this episode, Nicky and Terry use artificial intelligence to go back in time and interview Senator Jennings Randolph who sponsored the original Randolph-Sheppard Act in 1936. What would he think about the program today? Well, you will find out.
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November 3, 2024 47 mins
In this episode, Terry and Nicky talk with Washington BEP Director about Jim Hemmen about that state’s first mobile vending facility.
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October 1, 2024 60 mins
In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz
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September 1, 2024 40 mins
This month Nicky and Terry welcome Stephen Shapiro, author of “Pivotal: Creating Stability in an UncertainWorld.” Learn how the planted foot helps you pivot in your business.
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In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome Matt Bisenius from NAMA’s Government Affairs Office to discuss legislative issues facing the convenience services industry.
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July 4, 2024 51 mins
In this episode, Nicky and Terry share all of the news that is the news when it comes to Randolph-Sheppard. Hear about the latest victories and setbacks, the Supreme Court decision that could impact blind entrepreneurs, industry trends, and more.
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On this episode listeners will hear from Jimmy Newson, Founder and CEO of Moving Forward Small Business. Jimmy was one of the featured speakers at NABM’s BLAST Innovation 24 earlier this year in Orlando and received great reviews. Jimmy discusses the importance of planning for small businesses.
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May 8, 2024 36 mins
In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss the new RSA guidance on initial stocks and supplies. Plus, you will hear from some high school kids participating in a unique vending training program at the Tennessee School for the Blind.
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April 1, 2024 61 mins
This episode focuses on news related to Randolph Sheppard from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings.
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March 12, 2024 43 mins
In this episode, Nicky and Terry recap NABM’s Innovation Conference, and listeners will hear from some of the terrific presenters.
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February 4, 2024 47 mins
This month, you can eavesdrop on a conversation between Terry and Nicky as they discuss everything Randolph-Sheppard. "
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January 1, 2024 41 mins
This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings.
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In this episode, Attorney Lauren McLarney joins Terry and Nicky to discuss legal strategies in dealing with the conflict between military exchanges and Randolph-Sheppard. "
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This month Nicky is mad as Hell but puts that behind him and he and Terry discuss building collaboration with RSA.
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October 1, 2023 67 mins
This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings.
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September 1, 2023 48 mins
This month, Nicky and Terry do the show with no guests and discuss everything from their football picks to the dangers on the horizon for Randolph Sheppard.
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