Advertise on podcast: Out of the Rut

The inaugural show for the kids

This episode is a quick look into some of the things that we have been busy with over on the Shellyville podcast, which is a part of the Rutkowski Podcast Network. Enjoy!

Note: This week's episode was recorded in fall of 2022. This week Justin and Producer Joe sit down with Nick Marcinkowski, the head of Muskegon Community College's cross country and track and field teams. We talk about everything from what its like to re-start a running program, and even a few tips on how to get a solid training foundation. To sponsor the Muskegon Community College Cross Country and Track and Field Teams, reach out to Nick via email: [email protected] or on his cell phone: 231-740-8880.

Josh Zuber is one of the hosts of the Balls, Strikes, and Bourbon podcast and has many years of experience as both an umpire and a bourbon enthusiast. Justin and Josh share a bunch of "war stories," good advice for new and experienced umpires alike, and a little bit of extra discussion along the way. To see more from Josh, check out: The Balls, Strikes, and Bourbon Facebook Page The NFHS Baseball Umpires Facebook Group To check out more from the Rutkowski Podcast Network, check us out on: Facebook Instagram

This episode, Ken comes on to talk about something that he brought to our attention. He has heard of some questionable things happening surrounding some proposed legislature in Michigan and wanted to share. To read the article that Ken mentions at the beginning of the episode, go here: https://www.woodtv.com/news/michigan/michigan-gun-bill-may-duplicate-background-checks/ To help make an impact on this situation in Michigan, or to find out more about your own state's legislature, go to the Library of Congress website: https://www.congress.gov/state-legislature-websites Additionally, in Michigan, you can use the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners as a resource, or even become a member: https://mcrgo.org/ Finally, if you would like to receive training from Ken and his team, or get more information, visit their website at: https://brimstonefirearms.com/

Ben Line-Neumann is the host of the Base Line Podcast, and recently started working at an internship with the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City. In the intro and outro of this episode are videos that Ben has made for the Jazz. To see more from Ben, visit him on all of his social media: Instagram: @thebaselinepod Youtube: @The BaseLINE Podcast   To See More from RPN: Instagram: @rutkowskipodcastnetwork Facebook: facebook.com/rutkowskipod Youtube: The Rutkowski Podcast Network

Sal Sciarrino Sal is owns Decanter & Coupe Imports, LLC where he and his wife specialize in importing Italian wines. He talks with Justin about the basics of wine, how he got into the wine business, and more! To see more from Sal visit him on all of his social media: Website: https://decantercoupeimports.com/ Instagram: @decantercoupeimports Facebook: Decanter & Coupe Imports, LLC Thanks to our friends at Defender Gear for sponsoring this episode: Defender Gear is a bold American lifestyle brand made for those who fearlessly and courageously live a life of purpose and passion. We proudly and boldly support the Patriotic American who unconditionally loves our country. Our Founding Fathers paid a price for our freedom and dared to be Defenders of The Republic. Take advantage of this awesome deal at Defender Gear! For a limited time, Defender Gear is offering any friend or family of our customers, a 15% discount on all Defender Gear products! Use the coupon code: AFFILIATE15 during checkout for 15% off your first order. Visit https://affiliate.defender-gear.com/138748/10012 to shop now! To See More from RPN: Instagram: @rutkowskipodcastnetwork Facebook: facebook.com/rutkowskipod Youtube: The Rutkowski Podcast Network

In this episode Justin and Joe welcome the newest member of the RPN team, Michelle Klear! Michelle is a certified counsellor and is starting her own podcast, Shellyville, on the Rutkowski Podcast Network. To listen to Michelle's first episode of Shellyville follow this link: https://redcircle.com/shows/shellyville To start your own podcast with our help, reach out to us at [email protected]

Reid Nicholson is a young guy who went from having a dream of a career day trading at the age of 15, to becoming an 18 year old real estate agent in the West Michigan area. We talk with him and her what his journey looked like. To connect with Reid: Instagram: @reidyourrealtor Youtube: Reid Nicholson Website: realestateagentreid.com To Connect with More from RPN: Instagram: @rutkowskipodcastnetwork Facebook: facebook.com/rutkowskipod Youtube: The Rutkowski Podcast Network

Ben is a retired professional baseball player from the West Michigan area who stops by to talk about his experience getting drafted into professional baseball and some of his journey through life.

Luke Datema of Datema Media LLC comes on to share some crazy stories of working in the real estate world, and even some from his personal life as we look at how he built up his brand into a career. Check out his work at https://www.datemamedia.com/ or @datemamedia on all social platforms.

To donate to the American Liver Foundation and support Nick's journey to the Boston Marathon click here: https://liverlifechallenge.org/boston/support/#nick To talk to Nick about an insurance quote check out this link: https://link.insurgrid.com/the-acosta-agency

Joel Jacobson is the worship pastor at Crossroads Bible Church in Grand Rapids Michigan. We intended to discuss his recent trip to Turkey in detail, but ended up getting a little distracted :) Note: this episode was recorded in June of 2021. We may have more context now for some of the current events discussed.

Burn the Boats! This week we have two returning guests, Billy for his third appearance, and Jacob for his second. Justin starts by reading a story about Hernan Cortez and his radical move to make sure his men knew there were only two ways their journey would end: victory or death. The four of us discuss what this means in the modern world and if it even applies these days. Also, check out Let Freedom Ring where Justin will be joining Noah Ring on Fridays to give his two cents: https://redcircle.com/shows/c83278aa-dc72-4251-ae93-1c6787d4311e/episodes/b114725b-22fa-4875-8ae8-3c0e7e5dab36

Donny Irving is a local legend in the Grand Rapids area. In this episode, he starts by telling a story about how some kids trespassing in his back yard to play basketball turned into one of the most successful and impactful youth ministry operations in the Midwest. To check out what he's up to and to support his cause, click the here: https://www.communitykids.org/mission