• “I’m not looking for escape. I’m understanding my escapes.” – Nick Iorg
  
  
• “We are all like walking projections.” – Nick Iorg
  
  

In this episode we sat down with Jason Becker; entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster, media creator, and visionary leader. Jason’s journey from working in sanitation to building a legacy in business, real estate, and venture capital is one of grit, faith, and transformation.

In This Episode You’ll Hear:

• How Jason’s journey started at 17 - building both his marriage and his business
• The lessons from his parents, in-laws, and faith that shaped his entrepreneurial mindset
• Why a true entrepreneur is a calculated risk taker
• Marriage insights: why Jason believes couples counseling is essential (and what it’s taught him)
• The power of storytelling, legacy, and how faith informs his business decisions
• The difference between disruptors and builders in entrepreneurship
• How to scale your team while protecting their future through visionary leadership
• Jason’s insights on net worth, decision-making, and letting go to grow
  

Powerful Quotes from Jason:

“A true entrepreneur is a risk taker - but a calculated risk taker.”
“Your business is your baby… but it’s the one baby you’re designing to give away.”
“If you’re a believer, I hope to stretch your definition of grace. If you’re an unbeliever, I hope to challenge your unbelief.”

Plus: Jason shares the heart behind his podcast What the Hell Do I Know?, the charity that fuels his family’s purpose, and why LEADERSHIP is the legacy he chooses.

Award-winning filmmaker, published author, and podcast host Eddrick Jerome joins Glenn & Cam to talk storytelling, creativity, and leadership. From filmmaking and podcasting to the power of community and love, this inspiring conversation will challenge you to create, connect, and lead with purpose.

Eddrick Jerome is a multifaceted creative and leader whose work bridges film, literature, healthcare, and community advocacy. Eddrick’s projects often focus on social justice, cultural narratives, and health equity. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare operations and PR leadership, he brings a unique perspective on how storytelling can heal, inspire, and even drive policy change. He currently hosts The Eddrick Show podcast and serves as VP of Content and Engagement for Oakland’s historic Varner PR.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why stories don’t just entertain us - they heal, challenge, and can even shift policy
• How Eddrick’s creative journey began in elementary school
• The story behind his film Blue Eye Shadow and the impact of COVID on his process
• Tips for unlocking creativity and trusting your intuition
• The power of collaboration and community in building success
• Lessons from podcasting (over 115 episodes!) - and Prince’s impact
• Writing advice: how to talk yourself through the process
• Life, love, leadership … and why choosing LOVE matters most

Favorite Quotes:

“Stories are not just to entertain us. They heal us, they challenge us, and at times they even help us change policy.”

“Your success is based on the people around you.”

From rebranding your business to discovering your creative muse (yes, Prince fans - you’ll want to hear this one), this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and heart. Eddrick also shares personal reflections, including where he was on 9/11, the “gift” he cherishes most …his children; and why community and love remain at the core of his journey.

Tune in now for a powerful conversation on life, storytelling, and leadership.