Between 2 Bridges - Audio

The headlines made it sound like a win: tax breaks, tip exemptions, overtime relief. But peel back the layers and you’ll find fine print, phase-outs, and political posturing. In this episode, Joe and Jerry dissect what’s actually in the so-called Big Beautiful Bill, what’s likely to change, and what it really means for your paycheck, your business, and your bottom line.

The U.S. Open hit Oakmont like a storm, both literally and figuratively.  In this episode, Joe and Jerry break down what the cameras didn’t show: 18-hour days, soggy uniforms, parking hustle, and why it’s not just the players who lost their mental toughness surviving the week. From first-hand chaos to locker room gossip, it’s a behind-the-scenes take you won’t hear on ESPN.

When’s the last time you drove 1,000 miles just to gain perspective? In Episode 82, Jerry takes the wheel, literally and metaphorically. What started as a solo trip to honor an old mentor turned into a NASCAR pit stop, an audiobook epiphany, and a deep dive into leadership, loss, and tax law. Buckle up for Extreme Ownership, Coca-Cola 600, and one hell of a ride.

Your next employee won’t take lunch breaks. Or call in sick. Or need trained! It’s artificial intelligence and if you’re not using it in your business yet, you're behind. AI isn’t the future. It’s the new hire you should’ve made yesterday. In Episode 81, Joe and Jerry pull back the curtain on how smart businesses are using artificial intelligence to automate, accelerate, and outmaneuver the competition.

Pittsburgh was built on steel, but Ray Timmons built something else from its ashes.

In this episode, we sit down with a man whose journey from scrap yards to commercial real estate is packed with hard-earned wisdom, inside stories, and unexpected lessons. Ray shares how he navigated the steel industry’s decline, learned the language of buildings and zoning codes, and carved out a second act in a city still redefining itself.

Brian Drusky has spent the last 20 years putting Pittsburgh on the map as a live music destination. From rock legends to rising stars, he’s booked them all. In this episode, he breaks down how the concert game works, from locking in artists and venues to navigating the chaos of COVID-era drive-ins and weather disasters. Whether you’re a music fan or a business builder, this one hits all the right notes.

From tinting windows to building an empire, Josh Poponick didn’t just darken glass, he brightened his future. In this episode, the founder of Blackout Tinting peels back the layers of hard work, smart scaling, and what it takes to turn a small shop into a multi-location success story.

You can’t hustle your way out of burnout. When exhaustion takes over, productivity drops, creativity vanishes, and your motivation tanks. So what now? In this episode, we cut through the noise and get real about burnout, why it happens, how to spot it, and what you need to do to recharge before it wrecks your work and well-being.

Mike Lindner has lived the rockstar dream with record deals, big stages, and tour life. But what does it mean to “make it” in music? For Mike, the answer isn’t in fame or fortune, it’s in creative freedom, steady gigs, and the joy of performing on his own terms. Tune in for a raw, unplugged look at the life of a working musician.

You’ve been grinding, your side hustle is making money, but now you’re wondering, “Should I make this legit?” We’re diving into the world of LLCs, taxes, and business structure to help you avoid rookie mistakes and get your hustle set up the right way. Let's talk business, If you’re making money on the side, this episode is for you.

Did Congress just vote to eliminate taxes on tips? Nope, but that didn’t stop social media from saying otherwise. Joe and Jerry break down what actually happened, the misinformation making the rounds, and how this potential tax cut could affect businesses, workers, and the economy. Plus, a deep dive into Social Security, small business struggles, and the reality of government spending.