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In Episode 30 of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee discusses money, Texas A&M football, AI, and other things.Tony shares his thoughts on building wealth, managing money, and why keeping it is just as important as making it. He also recalls a former client who received a $1.4 million settlement and immediately tried to withdraw the entire amount in cash.Tony then addresses his growing frustration with Texas A&M football after decades of supporting the university as a donor, former Board of Regents member, and lifelong Aggie fan. The guys also discuss Tony’s upcoming book, How to Swim with Sharks, the future of AI, and his recent trip to Central Market, where he somehow ended up buying a $16 mango. Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with John Morgan, founder of Morgan & Morgan, for a conversation about building one of the biggest law firms in America and the business behind winning big cases. Morgan talks about growing a law firm at massive scale, advertising, taking risks, competing at the highest level, and the mindset that helped turn Morgan & Morgan into a national legal powerhouse. Tony and John also get into money, success, the realities of practicing law, and lessons learned from decades of handling major cases. Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of *Swimming With The Sharks*, Tony Buzbee sits down with legendary Houston socialite, diplomat, philanthropist and political activist Joanne King Herring — the woman portrayed by Julia Roberts in *Charlie Wilson’s War*.At 97 years old, Joanne has stories unlike almost anyone else. She talks about her role in Afghanistan during the Cold War, the presidents and world leaders she knew, her pioneering career in television, surviving attempted kidnappings, losing everything financially, love, success, regret, faith and what nearly a century of life has taught her.Joanne also opens up about why she isn't afraid of dying, what young people misunderstand about happiness, and why reaching the top isn't always what it's cracked up to be.From Houston high society to the battlefields of Afghanistan, this is one of the most remarkable conversations we've had on the podcast.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with civil rights activist, author, and outspoken Houston advocate Dr. Candice Matthews for a candid conversation about activism, controversy, and what it means to fight for people who believe they don’t have a voice. Candice opens up about what drives her, why she’s willing to make people uncomfortable, and what happens when she gets involved in a dispute. Tony asks about some of her most public battles, threats she’s faced, discrimination in Houston, local politics, her critics, and why she refuses to back down. They also get into the issues where Tony and Candice may not see eye to eye, making for a conversation that doesn’t shy away from disagreement. Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee is joined by his wife, Frances Moody, for the most personal conversation on the podcast yet.🍺 Patriot THC SeltzerFrances answers listener-submitted questions about how she and Tony met, marriage, life in the public eye, family, philanthropy, and her lifelong passion for rescuing animals. She also shares stories about growing up, her favorite restaurants, travel, healthy living, and what life is really like behind the scenes.The episode is filled with candid moments, plenty of laughs, and a side of Tony that listeners don't often get to see.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with longtime friend and trial lawyer Ryan Pigg for an honest conversation about life inside a high-stakes litigation practice.🍺 Patriot THC SeltzerRyan shares the toughest cases he's handled, how he deals with difficult clients and opposing counsel, and what it takes to build a successful legal career while balancing family life. The conversation also covers taking risks, developing your professional niche, handling failure, and the lessons that only come from trying cases.Tony and Ryan also weigh in on Houston, favorite restaurants, driving etiquette, Porsche debates, and why not everything you hear about lawyers and big settlements tells the full story.Real conversations. Real trial lawyers. No fluff.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee shares a more personal conversation about kindness, sobriety, common sense, and living in the present. Drawing from his own experiences, he talks about overcoming fear, embracing change, and why comparing yourself to others is one of the quickest ways to lose sight of what matters.🍺 Patriot THC SeltzerTony also discusses social media, everyday habits that drive him crazy, lessons from the Titanic, his journey from a struggling student to one of the country's most successful trial lawyers, and why no one succeeds alone. Along the way, he shares practical advice on handling change, staying present, building discipline, and helping others along the way.Real life. Real perspective. No excuses.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee talks social media, modern habits, sports cars, and the everyday behavior making people lose common sense.Tony breaks down phone addiction, fake lives online, getting out of a rut, Marines, discipline, charitable giving, Houston traffic, luxury cars, and why Lamborghinis and Houston roads don’t mix. He also revisits his first major courtroom loss and previews the ultimate test for Colby’s car: shooting it with an M-60 and blowing it up.Real talk. No excuses.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee is joined by a watch expert for a deep dive into luxury watches, what actually matters, and where common sense gets lost.🍺 Patriot THC SeltzerFrom high-end timepieces to the business behind them, the conversation breaks down how watches are valued, what separates great pieces from average ones, and what people misunderstand about the market. Tony also covers steakhouse reviews, everyday frustrations, and the small things people consistently get wrong.Real insight. Real experience. No fluff.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with legendary Texas trial lawyer Jim Adler — better known as The Texas Hammer — for a candid conversation about building one of the most recognizable legal brands in America.🍺 Patriot THC Seltzer: https://thepatriotbrand.com/Jim shares the story behind the creation of The Texas Hammer, how his aggressive advertising strategy changed legal marketing, and what it took to grow a law firm across Texas. The conversation covers billboards, television commercials, courtroom wins and losses, and the evolution of the legal profession over the past five decades.They also discuss what separates good lawyers from great ones, the mistakes young lawyers make, and the mindset required to succeed in a high-stakes profession.Straight talk from two veteran trial lawyers about competition, reputation, and what it really takes to win.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with Houston’s top food reviewer, Shawn The Food Sheep, for a deep dive into the city’s restaurant scene, social media success, and what it really takes to build a trusted brand online.🍺 Patriot THC SeltzerShawn shares how he started, how long it took to grow to over 240K+ followers on Instagram and 250K+ on TikTok, and whether restaurants really see a bump after one of his reviews. The conversation covers honest criticism, handling backlash, the business side of food content, and whether Houston is truly the best food city in America.They also debate steak grading, overrated spots, underrated gems, and what Houston does better than anyone else.If you care about food, business, branding, or building something from scratch — this one’s for you.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In Episode 15 of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with Houston icon Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale and his wife Linda for a candid conversation about risk, resilience, and building one of the most recognizable brands in America. 🍺 Patriot THC Seltzerhttps://thepatriotbrand.com/ Mack opens up about starting Gallery Furniture, the bets that made national headlines, the wins and losses that shaped him, and whether he’d do it all again. He talks gambling, business strategy, politics, legacy, and what drives him to keep working at a level most people wouldn’t attempt. Linda shares what it’s really like living with one of Houston’s most visible personalities, the heart behind Club Westside, and the parts of Mack the public doesn’t always see. This is a conversation about ambition, loyalty to Houston, big swings, family, and what success really costs. Straight talk. Big risks. No excuses.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with longtime friend and trial lawyer Frank Spagnoletti for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about the practice of law, winning high-stakes cases, and what separates good lawyers from great ones.🍺 Patriot THC Seltzerhttps://thepatriotbrand.com/Frank shares lessons from decades in the courtroom—reading people, handling pressure, building trust with clients, funding big cases, and making hard decisions when the stakes are high. The discussion covers wins, losses, ego, preparation, storytelling at trial, and why powerful defendants only respond to strength.Straight talk from two veteran trial lawyers on what it really takes to succeed—inside and outside the courtroom.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In this episode of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony Buzbee sits down with Houston Mayor John Whitmire for a wide-ranging, no-nonsense conversation about leadership, accountability, and the future of America’s fourth-largest city.🍺 Patriot THC Seltzerhttps://thepatriotbrand.com/Mayor Whitmire discusses what he inherited when he took office, what’s changed under his leadership, and the biggest problems Houston faces today—from infrastructure and public safety to politics, pressure, and public perception. The conversation also covers faith, resilience, negotiation, money management, dealing with the media, and what it actually takes to lead without excuses.Straight talk from City Hall—no scripts, no spin.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.

In Episode 11 of Swimming With The Sharks, Tony breaks down the Rob Reiner case and what it actually looks like inside the legal system—from media pressure and timelines to the realities of an insanity defense under California law.🍺 Patriot THC Seltzerhttps://thepatriotbrand.com/The crew also launches a new steakhouse review series with a breakdown of Georgia James, delivers a practical practice pointer on jurisdictional discovery, revisits a $100 million BP verdict, and closes with Tony’s no-nonsense take on money, success, and what actually matters.Straight talk. Real law.Take your time. Be present. Count your blessings.