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Today is Electoral College Day which normally is a footnote in the news, but today is a major story.  We discuss some of the election chaos and fake news, but also question the necessity of the Electoral College in the 21st Century.  Then we shift gears and discuss local issues with Poway Unified School District’s need to borrow money.  While discussing Poway Unified, we also pay tribute to outgoing board member Kimberley Beatty and the good work she has done in our community.  Finally, we discuss the Cleveland Indians decision to drop their mascot name and the impact this will have on other sports teams to change their names as well. We discuss so many people and places including Festivus, Pledge of Allegiance, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, George HW Bush, George W Bush, Bill Clinton, Ross Perot, Al Gore, Hillary Clinton, John Kerry, Michelle O’Connor-Ratcliff, USA Today, Washington Redskins, Cincinnati Reds, Stanford Cardinal, Alcatraz, Houston Oilers, Tennessee Titans, Atlanta Braves, Kansas City Chiefs, Golden State Warriors, Chicago Blackhawks, San Diego State Aztecs, San Diego Padres, Las Vegas Raiders. Closing Quote: “All-or-nothing systems disenfranchise millions of voters and prompt campaigns to focus solely on closely contested states. This year, the candidates are ignoring two-thirds of the states because all of the electoral votes in each appear safely in one or the other’s camp. So certain an outcome discourages turnout in those states as well.  Though the system dates back to the 19th century under laws adopted by each state, it doesn’t have to be that way. Certainly, the U.S. Constitution doesn’t require it.” USA Today USA Today.  (19 Sept 2004).  Editorial/Opinion.  “States can make Electoral College more democratic.”     #JohnRileyProject #ElectoralCollegeDay #ClevelandBaseballTeam #PowayUnified   JRP0194   Referenced Links:   Poway Unified Considers Borrowing at least $20 Million during State Funding Deferral https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/pomerado-news/news/schools/story/2020-12-11/poway-unified-to-borrow-20-million-in-loans-during-state-funding-deferral   John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Electric cars can’t go more than 100 miles!  They’re really expensive!  There is not enough charging infrastructure! They pollute the environment!  We break down all of these EV myths.  Plus, I get into all of the financial benefits of driving an EV including state rebates, free charging, cheap electricity and special ways to save you time during rush hour.  We discuss Tesla Model 3, Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Ioniq, Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model X, Tesla Model S, Tesla Roadster, Chevy Bolt, Chevy Volt, BMW i3, Ford C-Max, SDG&E, EVgo, ElectrifyAmerica, ChargePoint, EVConnect. Closing Quote: I really do encourage other manufacturers to bring electric cars to market. It’s a good thing, and they need to bring it to market and keep iterating and improving and make better and better electric cars, and that’s what going to result in humanity achieving a sustainable transport future. I wish it was growing faster than it is. – Elon Musk #JohnRileyProject #ElectricVehicles #TriggerEnergy   JRP0193   Referenced Links:   Trigger Energy:  https://triggerenergy.com/       John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

It’s insane that marijuana remains illegal, but at lease the House of Representatives is finally taking action.  The law won’t pass Senate but I like the direction.  We discuss the benefits of legalization and the lunacy of keeping the drug illegal.  Plus we discuss the Poway protesters, the Trump supporters, rigged elections, Giuliani and COVID.  We go off on a tangent about the flat tax and ranked choice voting.  We touch on the frustrations of the newest COVID lockdown in California.  Then we discuss the Fairfield project in Poway within the context of property rights.  We also address many of the common objections of those that opposed the project.  Plus Steve Vaus, Pearl Harbor, John Lennon, Walter Williams and the danger of putting up your own Christmas lights. Closing Quote: “The rise of capitalism brought greater morality into our relationships. There is the biblical passage, “It is as difficult for a rich man to get into Heaven as for a camel to go through the eye of a needle.” That biblical phrase was quite appropriate for the time because wealth was most often acquired through capturing, plundering and looting your fellow man. But, with the rise of capitalism, people like Bill Gates are rich because they have served their fellow man. Gates has made his fellow man very happy by building Microsoft computers and software. Fred Smith with Federal Express serves his fellow man, too. The morality of the free market should be stressed because it is far superior to any other method of allocating resources.” – Walter Williams #JohnRileyProject #MarijuanaBill #CannabisLegal #PropertyRights #WalterWilliams   JRP0192     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Our friends on the left are demanding that President Elect Biden cancel student debt shortly after he is inaugurated.  Can President Biden do that without Congress’ approval?  We discuss the issue at length, particularly the morality of cancelling student debt.  We also discuss ways to make college less expensive.  I share some of my own stories as I worked my way through college.  We also discuss Ron Fowler stepping down as Chairman of the Board of the San Diego Padres.  Was Fowler the best professional sports owner in San Diego history?  Plus, we discuss the NBA draft, San Diego State basketball, President Trump removing troops from the Middle East, and the Poway Protesters.  I also share some of my learnings watching Season 4 of The Crown.  Finally, I pay a special tribute to family friends that Exited California for a more comfortable empty nest lifestyle in Florida. Closing Quote: “There’s no such thing as a free lunch.”  – Milton Friedman #JohnRileyProject #CancelStudentDebt #TheCrownNetflix   JRP0191     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

We talk Star Wars and cosplay with Jaime Tobitt and Todd Felton from the Imperial Sands Garrison of the 501st Legion.  Their mission is to keep the story of Star Wars alive for current and future generations by creating high-quality costumes and props based on the Star Wars universe, and to contribute to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.  We had a great time discussing the finer details of how they build their costumes and to the great lengths they go to get it just right.  We also discussed many heart warming stories where they have created smiles and touched the lives of Star Wars fans in our community.  Plus we discuss the Star Wars movies, George Lucas, Disney and Star Trek. #JohnRileyProject #StarWars #501st   JRP0190   501st Legion Information:   501st Legion: https://www.501st.com//   Imperial Sands Garrison: http://imperialsandsgarrison.com/?fbclid=IwAR1vKtYDr-suTpMF93F_KvDANWYMbysmQX_uitcB9gQ6V-Lkj_YZVDAzUAY   Official Podcast of 501st Legion: http://podcast.501stlegion.org/admin/?fbclid=IwAR0w0BGTSFL2_6zzvdZpkGqguwWjRxyf2fGXyLuU2MJckLNpK2UN5l6Zpmc   501st Legion (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/The501stLegion   501st Legion (Twitter): https://twitter.com/501stLegion   Costume Reference Library (CRL): https://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:CRL?fbclid=IwAR03DHOTz2yRfDZWnAFjA9gx2t-g89-mq8HkL5npwxBzL6VKpgHjvXqdhxE   Rebel Legion Costuming Community: https://www.rebellegion.com/?fbclid=IwAR0m1bstrFFLPdQ0wRjq1k3Ew1nEIBXReo-SBjp263w_xGMw0-o5Qva0DPc   Teenager Matthew Tillyer Becomes A TIE Fighter Pilot — Right From His Wheelchair: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/wheelchair-tie-pilot-matthew-tillyer_n_7651652?ncid=engmodushpmg00000003&fbclid=IwAR0LR-osLkGJYhOs7AYYkkyccRE5SGlwMvU5DmF21Q7RyaxgJM3J7Gl9v_s   Plastic Spacemen! How the 501st Legion Conquered Star Wars: https://mashable.com/2014/10/01/501st-legion-star-wars/?fbclid=IwAR0vW-tle-ncK_MkXPued_OX7NpXqbPzqoD13sZ6olS1h0Yi2mFdwUeqoZM     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Do you have hard questions for a veteran?  We discuss Jonathan Wong’s article about opening more frank conversation with veterans in order to get a better understanding of their experience and our nation’s foreign policy.  We also discuss Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s comments about the economic impact of COVID and automation, particularly on front line workers in the service and restaurant industries.  I share some of the strategies I am pursuing to minimize my economic risk during the pandemic, and I challenge you to do the same.  We also have comments on the election results, Trump’s hair, Jimmy Carter, and Friday the 13th. #JohnRileyProject #VeteransDay #covidtyranny   JRP0189   Referenced Articles:   Jonathan Wong: This Veterans Day, I’m going to try to say, “You’re welcome to ask me hard questions.” https://www.twincities.com/2020/11/09/jonathan-wong-this-veterans-day-im-going-to-try-to-say-youre-welcome-to-ask-me-hard-questions   The Economy as We Knew It Might be Over, Fed Chairman Says https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/12/economy/economy-after-covid-powell/index.html     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

I share some of my own stories as I have worked to find purpose in both my career and my own business.  It’s easy to say, “do what you love, and the money will follow”, but it’s a lot harder to achieve.  But it is important to go for it.  You only live once. I discuss how reading Lee Iacocca’s biography radically changed my career trajectory.  I share lessons I learned early in my career as well as important nuggets of morality as a business owner.  Take risks, don’t be paralyzed by fear, pursue your own happiness. #JohnRileyProject #Career #Purpose #YOLO   JRP0188   Referenced Data: San Diego Registrar of Voters Live Updates: https://www.livevoterturnout.com/SanDiego/LiveResults/en/Index_10.html     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Biden and Liberty? I must be smoking something, right?  We discuss some of the likely actions by Joe Biden in his first few days as President of the United States.  We get into his planned Executive Orders on the Paris Accord, the World Health Organization, DACA, DREAMers, Trump’s immigration ban and transgenders in the US military.  We also election bright spots for liberty including discuss drug law relaxation, the temporary defeat of Democratic Socialism and gridlock in DC.  I share my thoughts on the importance of liberty and deregulation, plus share why I think Jimmy Carter may be the best POTUS of my lifetime.  We also remember Alex Trebek. #JohnRileyProject #BidenTransition #DACA JRP0187 Referenced Data: San Diego Registrar of Voters Live Updates:  https://www.livevoterturnout.com/SanDiego/LiveResults/en/Index_10.html John Riley Project Info: Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/ Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/ Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/ Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ladies and Gentleman, it’s Joe Biden!  We discuss the cable news talking heads, the problems with our election process and all of the reactions by President Trump.  We take a look another look at some of our local races, particularly San Diego Measure E that will make way for a residential/commercial/entertainment district at the site of the San Diego Sports Arena.  Plus we discuss taking an approach of new POTUS and having your own First 100 Days to focus on making your life better. #JohnRileyProject #election2020 #ElectionResults2020   JRP0186   Referenced Data: San Diego Registrar of Voters Live Updates: https://www.livevoterturnout.com/SanDiego/LiveResults/en/Index_10.html     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

The election results are coming in and we break down the unofficial results while they are still counting the remaining ballots.  There are many story lines, predictions gone wrong and other false narratives that we discuss at the national, state and local levels.  We leave much of the Trump vs Biden to the national media and focus our attention more locally on the races here in San Diego County and particularly in the Poway area.  We also discuss more deeply the continued shift nationally of relaxing drug laws and the benefits of working as an independent contractor. #JohnRileyProject #election2020 #Poway   JRP0185   Referenced Data: San Diego Registrar of Voters Live Updates: https://www.livevoterturnout.com/SanDiego/LiveResults/en/Index_10.html     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts–Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

It is Election Day Eve and people are feeling anxiety, worry and excitement about the upcoming election results.  People want to know who their leaders are going to be.  But should you be looking to them as leaders, or instead lead your own life?  We talk about the idea of being the President of You.  I share my thoughts and discoveries on my sabbatical here in Pahrump as I work to improve my body, mind, and happiness.  What kind of work are you doing to take charge of your own life? #JohnRileyProject #election2020 #selfimprovement #Pahrump   JRP0184   John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

If I should be so bold, I decide to share my election predictions in many of the 2020 political races.  These are not who I want to win, but instead who I would bet on to be victorious.  We go through the races for President, San Diego County Supervisor, San Diego Mayor, US Congress, Poway City Council and Poway School Board.  We also make election predictions on each of the California state wide propositions.  Plus, I share thoughts on my sabbatical in Pahrump NV, the new Netflix show The Queen’s Gambit, and the philosophy of David Lee Roth. #JohnRileyProject #election2020 #QueensGambit   JRP0183   John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

Alex Mathers joins us to discuss his new book: Building Firm.  Financial Independence with the Right Mindset.  We had a great discussion about financial education, how to build wealth and some of the lessons each of us learned about money as we grew up.  We discuss and share examples of the relationship between money, time, and happiness.  Alex is an engineer by trade, and he brings many building and construction analogies to graphically show how money is earned, money is made, and money can go down the drain.  We also discuss his 3-year process of writing the book, working with freelance editors, and ultimately self-publishing his book using resources available on Amazon.  We also sneak in a few Poway restaurant reviews. #JohnRileyProject #AlexMathers #FinancialIndependence   JRP0182   Alex Mathers Info:   Building Firm.  Financial Independence with the Right Mindset Buy the Book on Amazon:  https://www.amzn.com/0578752808   John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

Poway Unified is implementing new curriculum and other policies to combat racism largely due to the efforts of two students, Nene and Ekene Okolo.  We discuss the racist incidents that the Okolo sisters and other students experienced at Poway Unified.  We share some of the new policies Poway Unified is implementing to address and combat racism in Poway schools.  I share my own history with race growing up in the suburbs and experiencing both race and racism as I grew older.  I share my discovery of a philosophy that properly showcases the evilness of racism within the greater context of individualism and individual rights.  Finally, I comment on some other Poway issues related to race as we get closer to Election Day.   #JohnRileyProject #PUSD #Racism   JRP0181   Referenced Articles/Pages: Students work with Poway Unified to fix racism in schools https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/education/story/2020-10-25/students-work-with-poway-unified-to-fix-racism-in-schools   Black in PUSD (Instagram page) https://www.instagram.com/blackinpusd/   John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

We break down the final Trump Biden debate and get into a wide range of discussion and commentary with our livestream podcast audience.  We cover socialized medicine, public option, “The Talk”, racial injustice, minimum wage, tariffs, trade war, protectionism, and immigration.  We also discuss the recent controversy at the Poway City Council meeting and Councilperson Caylin Frank’s explanation why public comments were cut off.  Then we challenge the idea of politicians and government employees being public servants.  I also share some of my own experiences in my business and how I overcame my challenges by embracing Win-Win relationships.   #JohnRileyProject #Poway #Debates2020   JRP0180   John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

We cover local Poway news including the public getting cut off at a Poway City Council meeting, The Farm in Poway, Barry Leonard podcast commentary, term limits and even Yanni’s out on Scripps Poway Parkway.  We then get into Robert Reich and his proposal for a Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the lies that should be corrected.  (but we do love Robert Reich and his doodle videos)  We also speak about many people’s concern about greed eroding our society and economy.  I share some personal stories with my addition by subtraction project and ancestry research project.  Then we discuss the value of voting and motivations people often have for voting.   #JohnRileyProject #Poway #Orwell1984   JRP0179     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

Incumbent Poway City Councilman Barry Leonard was my guest, and we discussed a range of Poway issues.  Barry shared his experience getting into politics, his original appointment to the city council, his relationship with Steve Vaus and winning his first election.  We discussed some of Barry’s goals for his next term including managing the city’s finances prudently, seeing through the development of the new Mickey Cafagna Community Center and other city projects in Poway. We discussed Poway’s water system, Espola Rd lines and walkway and the story behind Cox Cable and AT&T in Poway.  Barry was especially passionate about The Farm in Poway and seeing Measure P passed.  We discussed his current efforts to organize cities to cooperatively tell Sacramento politicians to back off and let local government manage local land issues.  We pondered various scenarios to fill city council seats if Steve Vaus wins his Supervisor election.  We also discussed the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, the story of the veteran’s housing originally planned for Twin Peaks Rd and the Outpost and Commons projects along Poway Rd.  Affordable housing, district elections, Villa de Vida and much more are included in this episode.     #JohnRileyProject #Poway #Barry Leonard   JRP0178   Barry Leonard Info:   Barry Leonard for Poway City Council: https://barryleonardforpoway.com/   Barry Leonard Campaign Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/barryleonardforpowaycitycouncil       John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

We discuss lessons about time and money that I wish I learned as a kid.  We get into earning money vs making money, saving money, selling your time, and buying other people’s time.  I share my thoughts about the mindset required to prosper in today’s economy which includes a focus on entrepreneurship, multiple streams of income, innovation and seeking Win-Win relationships with partners.  We discuss Clayton Kershaw’s salary and show how he makes approx. $10,000 per pitch and what that really means to you in your pursuit of happiness.  I also discuss joining one of my podcast listeners for lunch at Joyee’s Dumpling House in Poway, reflecting on the Eddie Van Halen article about praising others and a fun discussion about the deregulation of beer.   #JohnRileyProject #entrepreneur #cutwater   JRP0177   Referenced Articles/People:   The Passing of Eddie Van Halen Reveals an Uncomfortable Truth About the Power of Praise:  https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/the-passing-of-eddie-van-halen-reveals-an-uncomfortable-truth-about-power-of-praise.html     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com    

Amy Coney Barrett and self-improvement in a podcast episode?  Yeah, that’s what we’re doing here.  We talk about ACB’s nomination for the Supreme Court.  I share my opinions on abortion, gay rights, and the Affordable Act…  and what Barrett might end up deciding to do if those issues come before the court.  I reflect on my podcast with Poway city council candidate Chris Olps from last week and my interview strategy when talking with local politicians.  I share how the negative energy from the political season leads to a Negative Energy Loop that leads to paralysis/analysis and negative self-esteem.  I then get into the Positive Energy Loop that transforms positive input into positive self-esteem and tremendous personal productivity.  We then talk more deeply about Eddie Van Halen’s passing and the positive impact of praising others.  We wrap it by breaking down a powerful Steve Jobs quote about mortality, Objectivism, finding your inner voice and trusting your gut.   #JohnRileyProject #ACBHearings #Election2020   JRP0176   Referenced Articles/People:   The Passing of Eddie Van Halen Reveals an Uncomfortable Truth About the Power of Praise:  https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/the-passing-of-eddie-van-halen-reveals-an-uncomfortable-truth-about-power-of-praise.html   Kathryn the Grape: https://kathrynthegrape.com/     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com    

Chris Olps is back for another podcast episode where we discuss all things Poway including his campaign for Poway City Council.  I always enjoy my discussions with Chris because we cover so many issues at incredibly detailed levels.  Chris always does his research and brings plenty to the table to discuss.  We talked at length about Poway Road development including the Fairfield project, The Commons, The Outpost, and the shopping centers at the intersection of Poway Rd and Pomerado Rd.  We dove in deep on Measure P and Kevin McNamara’s plan to put housing in at the former site of the Stoneridge Country Club.  We went over various scenarios with City Council should Mayor Steve Vaus be elected, and a vacancy exists on the council. Chris shared his thoughts on Proposition 22 and the plight of Uber drivers.  We even did our own Poway restaurant review, talked about video games and which shows we are streaming.  There was so much in this 3-hour interview.  We hope you enjoy it.   #JohnRileyProject #ChrisOlps #Poway   JRP0175   Chris Olps Info:   Chris Olps Campaign Website:  https://www.olps4poway.com/   Chris Olps on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/olps4poway     John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com