What happens when you leave a thriving business to chase your true calling?Garrett Adair co-founded VitaFive, a successful gummy vitamin company, but deep down, he knew his real dream was music. Encouraged by Luke Bryan, he took a leap of faith, moved to Nashville, and is now on tour playing to packed crowds.In this episode, Garrett shares:🎸 Why he walked away from a booming business to pursue music full-time🎸 The challenges of switching from entrepreneurship to the music industry🎸 How his faith and family shaped his journey🎸 What it’s really like to go all-in on your passionThis is a story about taking risks, following your gut, betting on yourself, and staying consistent. Follow Garrett Adair: https://www.instagram.com/garrettadair/?hl=enFollow Permission To Shine: https://www.instagram.com/permissiontoshine_/Follow Andrew Namanny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/Thanks for listening! Feedback & Sponsorship: andrew@permissiontoshine.org

What happens when you flatline for over 20 minutes and wake up weeks later, completely paralyzed? Brad Cunningham knows firsthand. He's the author of Resilience Unbroken: My Story of True Survivals. In this powerful episode, Brad shares his unbelievable survival story—first battling cancer at 25, spending six months in the hospital, and then suffering cardiac arrest in 2023, where his heart stopped for over 20 minutes. Doctors weren’t sure he’d wake up. He did. But he went from marathon runner to wheelchair-bound, forced to rebuild his life from the ground up.Through it all, Brad learned three lessons that changed everything:1️⃣ Resilience is a choice—even when you have no control.2️⃣ The right support system is the difference between surviving and thriving.3️⃣ Struggles don’t just leave scars, they leave lessons.This is a story of grit, survival, and the power of the human spirit.If you’ve ever faced adversity—or want to hear what real resilience looks like—this episode is a must-listen.Brad is the Founder of Open Horizon Analytics where he utilizes his 30+ years of experience to provide data science expertise. Purchase Brad's book here: https://www.amazon.com/RESILIENCE-UNBROKEN-Story-True-Survivals/dp/B0DMV96LYFFollow Andrew Namanny here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/Follow Brad Cunningham here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradcunningham23/

In this episode of Permission to Shine, I sit down with Tracy Tutor, powerhouse real estate broker, Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles star, and one of the most confident negotiators in the game.  We dive deep into: 🔥 The LA fires and how they’re reshaping the insurance market 🏡 Whether LA real estate is set for a boom or bust 💰 Her biggest deal ever ($56M!) and her goal to hit $1B in sales 🎥 How she became the first female main cast member on Million Dollar Listing 🤝 Her secret to building an all-star team and delegating like a boss 💡 Why confidence and authenticity are the keys to winning in any industry Tracy doesn’t hold back, sharing the mindset shifts that took her from agent to industry titan.  Whether you're in real estate, sales, or just want to level up your confidence, this episode is for you. Thanks for listening! Follow Tracy Tutor: https://www.instagram.com/tracytutor?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Follow Permission to Shine: https://www.instagram.com/tracytutor?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Follow Andrew Namanny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/

Wan Kim is the owner and CEO of Smoothie King, overseeing 1,202 stores and $850M annually.  Originally an immigrant from South Korea, Wan and I discuss:  How his first store almost failed and why he pushed forward for 4 years with little results  How to create momentum: spark a series of small wins. Even if you aren’t getting sales, get 100 people to sign up for your marketing list or wake up at 5:30am every day.  The expectation to work for his father's manufacturing business and walking away from it.  His decision to upset current customers with a menu change towards healthier ingredients in order to obtain a younger audience. Consuming smoothies ONLY for 30 days and the effects it had.  The first people to tell you to quit your entrepreneurial dream are your loved ones and why you shouldn’t listen to them.  His 2 key leadership principles: correct incentives & feedback without emotion. Connect with Andrew Namanny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/ Connect with Wan Kim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wan-kim-3a4a604/ Send your feedback and thoughts to: andrew@permissiontoshine.org Thanks for listening!

Hey, hey, hey it's Andrew Namanny -- welcome back! GPS, the INTERNET, Siri, Night Vision, Autonomous Vehicles -- they all started in DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Project Agency). It's the powerful government agency you've never heard of. Taryn Rose works for DARPA. She's a former orthopedic surgeon and successful founder of a $40M shoe company. We talk about: -Why DARPA was started to defend us against German attacks -The genetic make up of successful entrepreneurs -Appearing on Oprah and what it did for her business -Taryn's first amputation -What DARPA looks for in a partnership -Developing synthetic blood to solve our blood crisis Plus, we have a lot of fun and I know you will too while listening. As always, reach out anytime at: andrew@permissiontoshine.org Taryn Rose LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarynrose/ Andrew Namanny LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/ Permission To Shine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/permissiontoshine_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr **Today's episode is sponsored by Ajax Partners, a team of award winning sales professionals who work across tech, medical devices, CPG, and more. Ajax partners directly with CEO's, sales managers, and sales reps to increase sales. Reach out to andrew@permissiontoshine.org to learn more.**

Hey it’s Andrew, welcome to episode #51. We’ve got a very special entrepreneur today so thanks for joining me. Daina Trout is Co-Founder and former CEO of Health-Ade Kombucha. She went on to sell the company after growing it to 65,000 stores and nearly $200M in annual revenue.  She is raw, open, and honest like you wouldn’t expect a CEO to be. It’s one of my biggest takeaways from our convo — ALWAYS BE YOU!  Daina started the company alongside her husband and best friend.  Originally starting at the Los Angeles farmers market they experienced rapid growth.  Daina opens up about the biggest challenges she faced, the pro’s and con’s of starting a company with loved ones, and whether or not she’d do it again.  She’s now onto her next endeavors, this time in the creative space and she shares her big plans. Sign up for Andrew’s Almanac where I highlight a person, place, and interview every other week: https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/c1c845ac-01a1-49f8-920d-54a20c7e912c?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D Feedback & Sponsorship Email: andrew@permissiontoshine.org  Andrew Namanny Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/ Daina Trout Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dainatrout/?hl=en Permission to Shine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/permissiontoshine_?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA== THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY KNOTTY WOOD BBQ.  Knotty Wood Barbecue Company crafts the first and only 100% Pure Almond Wood BBQ pellets. Almond Wood BBQ pellets from the orchards in California’s Central Valley offer a rare opportunity to grill with a unique flavor that you cannot find in ANY other pellet.  Almond Wood pellets give off a wonderful balance of a nutty sweetness coupled with a distinct smoke profile without any bitter taste. These pellets burn hot and clean Almond Wood is perfect for ALL meats. See for yourself why these are getting rave reviews!  Selling online at Home Depot.com with free shipping. Family owned and operated out of Woodland, CA and rooted in our "From Field to BBQ philosophy, Almond trees are locally sourced and grown in real orchards by real farmers. Then carefully harvested, transported and crafted at our custom pellet mill. We personally oversee every single step of the process. It is an unprecedented chain of custody and our quality is guaranteed. 100% Pure and Natural Almond Wood. No Fillers. No Oils. No Additives. No Substitutes, Ever. I used to live in the BBQ capital of the world, Kansas City, MO, and let me tell you — they all use Knotty Wood.  Purchase at Home Depot, with free shipping: https://www.homedepot.com/b/KNOTTY-WOOD-BARBECUE-COMPANY/N-5yc1vZst8

Hi It’s Andrew, welcome to episode #50.  We’ve got a special guest today and I know you’re going to love it.  Eric Byrnes spent 11 electric years in the MLB. He’s in the UCLA baseball hall of fame.  Following his professional athlete career, he dove into endurance sports and has completed a triathlon across America, the Western States 100, several Ironman races, and more.  He’s a media personality including roles as an ESPN analyst and founder of the No Filter Network, a media sports hub.  He holds a Guinness World Recorded for golfing 420 holes in 24 hours.  He’s author of books Let Them Play, The Daily Hustle, and F*It list.  Having experienced ADHD he’s passionate about getting kids active and it’s why he started the Let Them Play foundation.  Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the convo, please share it with a loved one.  Feedback & Sponsorship: andrew@permissiontoshine.org  Andrew Namanny Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/ Eric Byrnes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ebyrnes22?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA== Permission to Shine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/permissiontoshine_?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA== THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY KNOTTY WOOD BBQ.  Knotty Wood Barbecue Company crafts the first and only 100% Pure Almond Wood BBQ pellets. Almond Wood BBQ pellets from the orchards in California’s Central Valley offer a rare opportunity to grill with a unique flavor that you cannot find in ANY other pellet.  Almond Wood pellets give off a wonderful balance of a nutty sweetness coupled with a distinct smoke profile without any bitter taste. These pellets burn hot and clean Almond Wood is perfect for ALL meats. See for yourself why these are getting rave reviews!  Selling online at Home Depot.com with free shipping. Family owned and operated out of Woodland, CA and rooted in our "From Field to BBQ philosophy, Almond trees are locally sourced and grown in real orchards by real farmers. Then carefully harvested, transported and crafted at our custom pellet mill. We personally oversee every single step of the process. It is an unprecedented chain of custody and our quality is guaranteed. 100% Pure and Natural Almond Wood. No Fillers. No Oils. No Additives. No Substitutes, Ever. I used to live in the BBQ capital of the world, Kansas City, MO, and let me tell you — they all use Knotty Wood.  Purchase at Home Depot, with free shipping: https://www.homedepot.com/b/KNOTTY-WOOD-BARBECUE-COMPANY/N-5yc1vZst8

I went on an 8 country tour this year (Argentina, Brazil, Spain, Nepal, Bhutan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan). When I was in Thailand, I was brought face to face with the severity of the civil war in Myanmar. There are between 2-3 million people displaced as a result. Many of them, fled to Thailand where I was fortunate to meet them. One day as I was exploring the island, I had an incredibly kind waiter. He was 19. He opened up about losing many of his friends, having to leave his family, and how he's working hard to build a future his country has stripped away. I so badly wanted to share his story with you all, so we sat down and recorded the next day. Please enjoy this important conversation with the man from Myanmar. Feedback & Sponsorship: andrew@permissiontoshine.orgAndrew Namanny LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny/Permission to Shine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/permissiontoshine_?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA== @PermissionToShine_

Andres Levin is a Grammy-winning musician and the co-owner of Tribe Caribe, an eclectic hotel located in central Havana, Cuba. We sat down to discuss his musical journey—from learning at home to working with John Legend, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jon Batiste, Tina Turner, Childish Gambino, and more. He's been nominated for a Grammy 19 times and has won once. Andres and his business partner Chris Cornell opened Tribe Caribe, a premier hotel for creatives, travelers, and locals alike. It hosts a bustling café with the best espresso in Havana, a rooftop overlooking the city, a recording studio, and 11 suites that are restored with Cuban antiques and art. It was featured in Travel + Leisure as a "Dream Destination for Art Lovers." We also discuss the reality of living in Cuba—a country that has gone through a lot but remains open to visitors from the U.S. We recorded this in Havana, and I can't recommend traveling to Cuba enough. The people are smart, fun, and resilient. Thank you for listening.Send feedback and sponsorship requests to: andrew@permissiontoshine.orgAndres Levin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levinandres?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA==Tribe Caribe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tribecaribe_cayohueso?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA==Permission to Shine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/permissiontoshine_?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA==Andrew Namanny LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-namanny

Dan Ni, Founder and CEO of TLDR, shares his journey from Yale to culinary school and ultimately to leading a tech newsletter with over 5 million subscribers. He discusses the changing landscape of media, particularly the influence of AI and TikTok on how we consume content. The conversation also explores the importance of action over thought, the necessity of remote work, and his reflections on personal growth while navigating challenges. Plus, hear about his childhood in Missouri and the entrepreneurial spark from his parents.