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  • #645 - Kim Burrell - Legendary Gospel Singer Shares About Her 40 year Music Career

    #645 - Kim Burrell - Legendary Gospel Singer Shares About Her 40 year Music Career
    Sep 15 2025
    In this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with gospel music legend Kim Burrell — singer, songwriter, pastor, and founder of The Legend Vocal Academy. Known for her powerful voice and influence in gospel and R&B, Kim has worked with icons like Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Brandy, Celine Dion, and many more.

    Kim opens up about her journey growing up in a musical family, her close relationship with Whitney Houston, and the lessons she’s learned navigating both the gospel world and the mainstream music industry. She also shares her passion for mentoring future singers through her academy and the importance of authenticity, spirituality, and truth in her career.

    This powerful conversation dives into music, faith, resilience, controversy, and the timeless influence of gospel on culture.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:00 Kim Burrell’s extraordinary journey in music
    02:00 Growing up in a musical family and early influences
    05:00 The Legend Vocal Academy and teaching others to sing
    07:00 Memories and lessons from Whitney Houston
    12:30 Navigating gospel, mainstream music, and controversies
    18:00 Career highlights: performing with Stevie Wonder, Harry Connick Jr., and others
    23:00 The mission behind The Legend Vocal Academy
    25:00 Gospel music, culture, and the power of soul
    28:00 Kim’s proudest moments and legacy
    30:00 Where to connect with Kim
    30:52 Outro
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  • #644 - Warren Moon - NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback for the Houston Oilers

    #644 - Warren Moon - NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback for the Houston Oilers
    Sep 11 2025
    NFL Hall of Famer Warren Moon joins Jimmy to talk about his remarkable path from being overlooked by NFL teams to winning five straight Grey Cups in Canada and eventually starring for the Houston Oilers. He shares why he chose the CFL out of college, what it meant to become a trailblazing Black quarterback in the NFL, and the pride of being enshrined in both the Canadian and Pro Football Halls of Fame.

    Warren and Jimmy dig into leadership and longevity: the mindset that carried him through 23 seasons, how he led locker rooms without the “rah-rah,” and why ownership–coach–QB alignment matters most. They revisit the infamous Bills comeback, the grind of short-week Thursday games, old-school Astrodome turf burns, and how today’s rules, 17- (soon 18-) game schedules, fantasy, and betting have reshaped football.

    You’ll also hear fun throwbacks—Tecmo Super Bowl rockets, an NBA Jam cameo—and a candid look at player safety: concussions, CTE awareness, and the gear and practice changes Warren wishes existed in his era.

    00:00 Introduction
    02:00 Early days, CFL success, and making it to the NFL
    06:30 Breaking barriers as a Black quarterback & handling pressure
    10:30 Houston Oilers years, playoff battles, and leadership lessons
    15:30 Evolution of the NFL: rules, fantasy football, and betting
    20:00 Player safety, concussions, and the cost of the game
    23:00 Memorable moments, tough stadiums, and the Bills comeback
    26:42 Outro
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    28 m
  • #643 - Trent Staggs - Author "Heirs to the Revolution" Is A Member Of Trumps Cabinet For Small Business's

    #643 - Trent Staggs - Author "Heirs to the Revolution" Is A Member Of Trumps Cabinet For Small Business's
    Sep 8 2025
    In this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with Trent Staggs—recent U.S. Senate candidate and now working with the SBA Office of Advocacy under President Trump. They talk about how government rules affect small businesses, why it’s so hard for entrepreneurs to grow, and what changes could make a real difference.

    Trent also shares insights from his new book, Heirs of the Revolution, which focuses on restoring America through strong citizenship, family values, and less government control. He explains the six main pillars from the book and how they connect to everyday life.

    Jimmy and Trent wrap up by talking about real estate, interest rates, and what needs to happen for small business owners and families to have more opportunities in the future.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:14 Utah politics and Senate run lessons
    07:02 Big money in politics
    11:07 New SBA role under Trump
    14:48 Cutting regulations for small business
    19:44 Struggles of small business owners
    20:37 Heirs of the Revolution book & key pillars
    31:00 Trade, tariffs, and China
    33:28 Economy, housing, and interest rates
    38:05 Where to get the book
    39:50 Outro
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    41 m
  • #642 - Oscar Robertson - Hall Of Fame NBA Player Is One Of The Games All Time Top 15 Players Ever

    #642 - Oscar Robertson - Hall Of Fame NBA Player Is One Of The Games All Time Top 15 Players Ever
    Sep 4 2025
    On this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with one of the greatest to ever play the game, NBA legend Oscar Robertson. Known as “The Big O,” Oscar is a 12x NBA All-Star, league MVP, and the man who forever changed free agency in professional basketball. He shares his journey from growing up on a farm to leading the first all-Black state championship team in Indiana, dominating college basketball, and ultimately leaving an unmatched legacy on and off the court.

    Oscar and Jimmy dive deep into how the NBA has evolved—from grueling 47-minute nights in his era to today’s massive supermax contracts and load management culture. They talk about how player salaries skyrocketed because of trailblazers like him, what it takes for a team to become a champion, and whether the modern game has become too soft. He also shares his perspective on GOAT debates, his favorite players to watch in today’s league, and what it meant to win gold at the 1960 Rome Olympics alongside fellow legends.

    This powerful conversation is a rare chance to hear directly from one of basketball’s all-time greats. Tune in as Oscar Robertson opens up about life, lessons, and the lasting impact of his career.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:43 The legacy that Oscar left on the game
    03:44 How Oscar got into the game
    05:34 Getting into coaching a little
    06:55 Oscar's impact on how free agents are treated today
    08:55 How Oscar's game would translate to the modern NBA
    10:30 Post NBA life
    12:33 Looking back on his career
    16:40 What Oscar is focusing on now in life
    17:48 Most cherished moment in his career
    18:47 Oscar's thoughts on the GOAT debate
    20:12 Outro
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    21 m
  • #641 - Austin McFee Live Podcast - Founder Dentive Sold His Company For $500 Million

    #641 - Austin McFee Live Podcast - Founder Dentive Sold His Company For $500 Million
    Sep 1 2025
    Today we have another very special episode from one of our live Expert Networking Nights, here in Utah, with Austin McFee. This is the third live podcast that we have done in Utah and it is always fun to have the live audience aspect while recording the podcast. Austin McFee is the co-founder of Dentive, a dental support organization, that they sold a few years ago for $500 Million.

    On the podcast, we sit down and discuss what it was like going through that process of selling the business, after only 3 years. The discussion goes from how the company founded and what led to the sale of the business, to a deeper discussion about how money affects your life after grinding so hard to earn it. Austin's story is one of just figuring it out along the way and putting your head down to get work done. If you're an entrepreneur and want to see what life looks to get to a major sale of a company like that, you're in the right place.

    Reminder that this podcast is a part of a live show experience, the audio and visual may not be what you are used to from this podcast but we can't emphasize enough how incredible these events are. If you are local to Utah, make sure you come down to Lehi for this one of a kind, podcasting experience, and be a part of these incredible networking opportunities for yourself!

    00:00 Introduction
    01:43 How Austin started Dentive
    09:02 Creating a win-win situation for your business and it's clients
    12:40 How to approach selling to experts in their field
    16:06 Budgeting your money properly
    19:06 Learning business at a high level
    23:29 Being patient and not selling your business too early
    27:30 How Covid affected everything
    29:44 What does financial freedom feel like
    35:00 Finding purpose after making such a large deal
    38:52 Best and worst parts about having money
    41:06 Outro
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    42 m
  • #31 - Real Estate - Tyler Bennett - Jimmy's Real Estate Partner Gives a Full Market Update

    #31 - Real Estate - Tyler Bennett - Jimmy's Real Estate Partner Gives a Full Market Update
    Aug 28 2025
    In this special real estate episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with longtime business partner and trusted real estate expert Tyler Bennett. Together, they break down the realities of today’s housing market, the mistakes many investors make, and the strategies they use to build strong portfolios for clients across the country.

    Jimmy shares how he turned his entire real estate business over to Tyler in 2022, trusting him completely to run deals with honesty and client-first integrity. The two discuss why so many agents still push bad investments, why Utah stopped penciling out for rentals, and how they pivoted to research over 90 markets nationwide to find the best opportunities. They dive into how younger investors can still get into real estate despite rising costs, why patience and strategy matter more than ever, and the importance of saving and positioning yourself to act when the right opportunity comes.

    From cash flow vs. equity, repositioning portfolios for stronger returns, and avoiding consumer debt traps, to creating long-term freedom through rental income, this episode is packed with practical insights. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced investor, Jimmy and Tyler outline exactly how to approach real estate today with confidence and clarity.
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    29 m
  • #640 - Jeff Burningham - One of Utah's Top Tech Entrepreneurs Just Released a New Book on the Future of AI

    #640 - Jeff Burningham - One of Utah's Top Tech Entrepreneurs Just Released a New Book on the Future of AI
    Aug 25 2025
    In this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and author Jeff Burningham. Jeff has spent his career building businesses, teaching entrepreneurship, and even running for governor, but his latest project takes on one of the biggest questions of our time: how do we remain fully human in the age of artificial intelligence? Drawing from his new book, "The Last Book Written by a Human: Becoming Wise in the Age of AI", Jeff explores how AI can act as a mirror, revealing both our strengths and blind spots. He and Jimmy dive into the tension between “doing” and “being,” the role of creativity and vulnerability, and how moments of pain or burnout can push us toward deeper healing and self-awareness. This conversation also touches on spirituality, therapy, and plant medicine, showing how Jeff’s personal journey has reshaped his view of success, wisdom, and authenticity. Together, they unpack what it means to pursue presence and human connection in a world increasingly shaped by technology.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:28 The challenges of writing a book
    06:28 Speaking about the new age of AI
    08:49 AI can remind us how human we are
    13:04 Why Jimmy feels negatively about AI
    19:59 More optimism around AI
    23:44 What the book talks about
    26:12 Why Jeff wrote this book
    34:39 Jeff's background and his story of life
    39:16 Being obsessed with doing more
    42:39 Being a bishop in the LDS church and doing plant medicine
    50:10 Where to get Jeff's book
    51:34 Outro
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    52 m
  • #639 - Preston Unck - Founder TeeBox The Fastest Growing Indoor Golf Company Expanding To Over 50 Locations

    #639 - Preston Unck - Founder TeeBox The Fastest Growing Indoor Golf Company Expanding To Over 50 Locations
    Aug 20 2025
    In this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with Preston Unck, entrepreneur and founder of Teebox, a company bringing innovation and community into the world of golf. Preston shares how his passion for the game led him to create Teebox, and how the sport itself has shaped his views on discipline, patience, and building relationships both on and off the course.

    The conversation dives deep into the lessons golf teaches about life and business — from handling pressure, to staying present in the moment, to constantly working on small improvements. Preston explains how Teebox is making golf more accessible and engaging, while also serving as a platform for personal growth and connection.

    Alongside the golf discussion, Jimmy and Preston explore the mindset required to create meaningful change, take risks, and build something that truly aligns with your passions. Whether you’re an avid golfer, an entrepreneur, or someone looking for fresh inspiration, this episode blends sports, business, and personal growth in a powerful way.
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    44 m