Scared Of Normal by Traction Coffee Roasters

May 22 2024 52 ep. 89 mins
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Interviewing people who are pursing alternative lifestyles because they're scared of living a 'normal' life.

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Jimmy Smith Talks Going All In, Progression, & MORE.

May 22 2024 146 mins  
In this episode, we explore the incredible journey of Jimmy Smith, who is an extremely versatile & passionate cyclist. From growing up on the big island of Hawaii & relocating to the mainland as a teenager in Springfield, MO & spending summers in Colorado, where he had the tough choice of choosing to pursue BMX or baseball. After making the choice to go all in on BMX, J

Crafting Success; The Phunbar Journey with Jason Cartwright

May 07 2024 83 mins  
Join us as we dive into the flavorful world of Phunbar with founder Jason Cartwright, as he shares the story behind his journey from crafting bars as a side hustle to building his vision into a full fledged business which he founded in 2022 when he turned adversity into opportunity after being laid off. Throughout this episode we chat about what makes Phunbar unique from the market

We're Baaaaack + Introducing Ricky Aughenbaugh // Scared of Normal

Apr 23 2024 124 mins  
In this episode of Scared Of Normal we cover why the podcast has been dormant, what we've been up to day to day here at Traction, what's to come, & some of the big moves we've made over the last 6 months. We're also stoked to to formally introduce our Director Of Roastery Operations Ricky Aughenbaugh - we do a deep dive into Ricky's history with BMX & career in coffee, &

Will Bender of Bender Bicycle Co. // Scared of Normal

Apr 09 2024 107 mins  
In this episode we sat down with the founder & builder of Bender Bicycle Co., Will Bender to talk about how he came to starting his business & how he sets Bender Bicycle Co. apart through thoughtful design & utilizing 3D pricing technology. This episode covers so many rad topics from the operational side of his business to how he aims to grow it while keeping it as fun

Max McManus // Scared of Normal

Nov 10 2023 69 mins  
We sat down with Max McManus, a co-founder of J-Walker Apparel which is a brand that was founded with to create specialized products focused toward body builders & serendipitously found themselves making a name in the action sports world after being discovered by some of the biggest names in the BMX industry. We chat in depth about the sacrifice involved to start J-Walkers from

Cultivating Patience // Scared Of Normal Podcast

Sep 15 2023 57 mins  
In this episode, we embark on a journey into the art of waiting & how it intertwines with the profound virtue of patience. Join us as we explore the challenges & rewards of embracing patience in a world that often races towards instant gratification. We focus on the beauty of having patience in times we feel obligated to rush, the connection with delayed gratification, how

Robert Barranco // Scared of Normal

Aug 04 2023 186 mins  
Join us in this inspiring episode as we dive into the life and mindset of Robert Barranco, famously known as the ‘Homeless BMX Legend’, a remarkable individual whose quiet humility belies a passion for BMX, travel, and photography that has taken him on an extraordinary around the world. Robert's unique path is a testament to his unwavering dedication to pursuing his passions an

Anton Krupicka // Scared Of Normal

Jul 14 2023 94 mins  
Join us in this captivating podcast episode as we dive deep into the remarkable life & career of Anton Krupicka, renowned ultra athlete. In this engaging conversation, we explore the highlights of his professional journey & discover how Anton's unwavering mindset & relentless pursuit of growth have propelled him forward in sport & life. We delve into Anton's unique

Richard Krumm AKA Veesh // Scared Of Normal Podcast

Jun 30 2023 156 mins  
In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the multifaceted creator Richard Krumm also known as Veesh. He’s has had a remarkable career as a professional BMX filmer & spent nearly a decade working full time for Cult BMX documenting riding & creating all time BMX videos which helped shape the brand & recently he’s decided to make a transition into his

Chase & Jo on pursing your passions, taking a leap of faith, & realizing dreams // Scared Of Normal

Jun 16 2023 105 mins  
In this episode we sit down with longtime friends Chase and Jordyn, two inspiring individuals who have courageously departed from the traditional 9 to 5 grind to pursue their passions and defy societal expectations. Jordyn shares her exhilarating journey of venturing into a trail running race series alongside her partner Chase as documents their adventures through photography and v