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SmarterUmedia - Guarantees to make you smarter in 2 minutes ... or double your time back! SmarterUmedia is hosted by Steve Lipscomb — the entrepreneur who transformed poker into a global sport and was featured on the cover of Inc. Magazine as well as above the front-page fold of The Wall Street Journal for creating “the hottest business in America.” Our mission is to provide free, reliable, and entertaining information to anyone who wants to tap into the innovative energy of entrepreneurship to improve their businesses, their work, or their lives. SmarterU interviews world-class entrepreneurs, top academics, bold innovators, and Hollywood Stars — diving deep into the insights only they can provide. No spin. No BS. Just the wisdom of experience … with a reminder: If you get 1% smarter every day, you’ll be 37x smarter in a year. So, what are you waiting for? Subscribe now. Let’s get smarter — together.
Episodes
Tom Purcell is one of the most prolific comedic forces of this generation. He has been called Stephen Colbert's "Muse and Alter Ego in Nerdiness", and is undeniably one of the architects modern Late Night television. 21 years as writer, executive producer and show runner of the Colbert Report and Late Night With Stephen Colbert, we sat down with Tom just after Late Night ended to discuss the journey, what makes comedy funny, how th...
Sports betting is exploding. And, nobody knows that world better than David Bockino, author of Over/Under: An Unexpected History of Sports Betting, the book that the New York Times Book Review called one of the most anticipated non-fiction books of 2026. Bockino spent 8 years as an ESPN executive and 10 years as a Professor of Sports Management at Elon University. In this episode, we explore the deep history of sports betting, its ...
Emily Potts is the Founder and CEO of EPS Strategies. She is a rising communications star in the Lone Star State. In this practical and powerful episode, Emily shows us how to start, grow, and build our own personal and corporate brands.
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The true scope of public relations beyond press releases The importance of reputation management and trust building Leveraging earned media and owned content for visibility The impact of...
Trusted Chiropractor for the Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars for over 30 years, Mary Collings shares insights on the importance of recovery, sleep, and posture for overall health and athletic performance. Discover practical tips to improve your sleep environment, daily habits, and understanding of the body's natural rhythms. sleep, recovery, posture, circadian rhythm, athletic performance, health tips, chiropractic, stress manage...
Brad Coleman became a professional race-car driver at just 15 years old. After competing at the highest levels of motorsports—including NASCAR—he made an extraordinary turn: from driving at breathtaking speeds to teaching the next generation how to drive safely.
Today, Brad is the owner and CEO of SafeWay Driving, one of Texas’s most established driver-education companies. In this episode of smarterUmedia, Brad si...
Social Entrepreneurs build, bolster and change the world every day. In this episode, World Poker Tour Foundation President David Gitter, discusses how the power of poker has helped the organization raise well over 50 Million Dollars for meaningful causes with their partners. David shares insights on starting with 'yes' instead of 'no', the importance of innovation, giving back, and leveraging personal strengths to make a difference...
Kirby Hocutt, Director of Athletics at Texas Tech University, shares insights on the evolving landscape of college sports, the importance of viewership, athlete education, and the impact of recent legislative changes. Discover how Texas Tech is building a brand on the rise, balancing athletic success with academic excellence, and navigating the future of collegiate athletics.
We continue celebrating democracy with Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman who provides a message of hope for the City of Angeles as he deploys a new system of justice he calls "The Hard Middle," emphasizing a case-by-case approach, community engagement, and holistic solutions to crime and homelessness. Discover how his strategies aim to balance public safety, community trust, and justice.
In this episode, Jeff Clements discusses the critical issue of money in politics, the history of campaign finance reform, and the constitutional path to fixing systemic corruption through a proposed amendment. This conversation highlights the importance of civic engagement and constitutional change to restore democracy.
In this episode, David Daley, best-selling author of Anti-Democratic and Rat F**cked, and Why Your Vote Doesn't Count, discusses the systemic intricacies of how politicians cheat when they draw district lines (gerrymandering/redistricting) and the outsized influence of the Supreme Court on American democracy. Discover how systemic manipulation affects elections and what citizens can do to restore fairness and representation.
Energy is more than a political debate or a monthly bill. It is opportunity, quality of life, and economic mobility. In this episode of Smarter U, Steve talks with Alan Smith of Rockcliff Energy about the complexities of worldwide energy consumption, the role hydrocarbons play in today’s energy mix, and why billions of people still face challenges many of us rarely see. It is a conversation about energy, innovation, entrepren...
Peter Trevisani, CEO of New Mexico United, and former Finance Guru shares insights on creating a 100 year sports franchise, transforming sports stadiums into community assets, building a passionate fan base, and leveraging storytelling and social media to create a lasting legacy in sports and community development.
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Stadiums as civic assets and community hubs
Storytelling and social media in sports marketing
Building a pa...
Uber Business Consultant Laura Wheeler, co-founder of RVNU, opens up about her AI experience with US companies, offering practical and tangible steps that all businesses, entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners should be doing yesterday. She and Steve explore how AI is transforming business processes, data collection, and market relevance. Discover practical insights on leveraging AI for efficiency, innovation, and staying ahead...
Gaming and Marketing Savant Christie St. Martin shares how AI and Tech Worlds are leading us back to each other. Christie is an accomplished marketeer and social entrepreneur who helps build large scale communites through organizations like Gamers.Vote and CrossroadsXP. She illuminates how we can listen, be flexible and have a voice.
Gaming industry giant, Todd Harris, theco-founder of Gaming Giant Hi-Rez Studios, now CEO of Resurgens Gaming, Skillshot Gaming and Ghost Gaming, illuminates how gaming fosters a growth mindset, builds community, and drives technological innovation. Discover how gaming influences society, entrepreneurship, and democracy, and learn practical steps to leverage gaming for community development.
Join us as Ginger Kerrick, a NASA legend and Chief Strategy Officer at Barrios Technology, shares her inspiring journey through space exploration, her insights on NASA's Artemis program, and the future of space industry innovation. Discover how her resilience, leadership, and passion are shaping humanity's next giant leap.
NASA Artemis program and lunar missions The role of private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin The import...
In this engaging conversation, Lynn Gilmartin shares her insights on motherhood, entrepreneurship, and the importance of focus, presence, and self-work in parenting. Discover practical tips, mental models, and inspiring stories that highlight the entrepreneurial spirit of moms and how to navigate the challenges of raising children with love and intention.
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The entrepreneurial spirit of mothers
The importance of focus and ...
Serial Entrepreneur and Therapist to the Stars, Clay Crosby, shares his journey through the entrepreneurial landscape of therapy and counseling, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, effective communication, and adapting to technological advances like AI. Discover practical tips for building a practice, managing relationships, and staying resilient in a rapidly changing industry.
Legendary hospitality icon, Reggie Martin, shares his inspiring journey from East Chicago to becoming a global influencer and hospitality icon in Macau, Chaina. Discover how relationships, influence, and authenticity can transform your life and career.
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The importance of relationships over money Influence and power structures in small and large ponds
The role of basketball and sports in personal development
Building a glo...
Former Head of Sports at Meta, Peter Hutton shares insights on the transformative power of sport, the impact of technology on sports consumption, and the entrepreneurial opportunities within the sports industry. From his experiences at Eurosport and Meta to his work in the new Saudi Arabia and the US, this conversation explores how sport can inspire, unite, and evolve in the digital age.
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The role of audience care in spo...
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