Outspoken radio host Jeff Mans takes on all subjects in this no holds barred uncensored podcast, part of the Elite Sports Network. From fantasy sports advice to interviews with high profile guests, there are no topics uncovered and no punches pulled. Whether you’re looking to win your fantasy football league, cash your tickets in sports betting, discuss the hot topics of the day or just relax and be entertained, Jeff Mans has you covered. If you’re a snowflake looking for a reason to be offended, keep moving because this is just One MANS Opinion.
Episodes
Tuesday May 26, 2020
Tuesday May 26, 2020
Jeff sits down and shares his story on how he got involved in fantasy sports. He was a teenager when he got started and genuinely believes this is what he was meant to do with his life. After 30-plus years of experience in the industry, there is a reason why he and his close friends are the best in the business and don’t get burned out like some of the other guys do.
Key Takeaways:
[1:50] Gardner Minshew… The truth does hurt sometimes.
[6:20] How did Jeff get his start in fantasy sports?
[7:20] Jeff was meant to do this.
[9:55] Numbers lie in football. It’s not a numbers game. Baseball is.
[18:20] Jeff and his brother-in-law were getting stats off the newspaper.
[29:15] If Jeff writes something down, he will remember it forever.
[32:50] At 15, Jeff made the first-ever Fantasy football message board.
[44:50] Jeff really started to understand the art of fantasy football in 1995.
[50:00] Jeff is really blessed that he has two really good brothers-in-law as fathers to his nephews.
[54:15] In ’98, that’s when Jeff started his own league.
[1:03:20] Too many people want to act like know-it-alls, but Jeff is here to help you win money!
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Quotes:
“I believe a strong commission, a strong voice of the league is important. Everyone should vote on rules.”
“People will cheat. Commissioners have to be strong and they have to be aware.”
“Don’t act as if this knowledge — this 30 years of football, baseball, hockey — that there’s nothing you can take advantage of here.”
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
Some changes have been happening over at the EliteFantasy.com and Jeff wanted to take some time to clear the air and lay down some of his plans for the future. The good news is sports is back and Elite Fantasy is doing better than ever! Here are some of the upcoming changes happening in 2020 and beyond.
Key Takeaways:
[3:00] Thank you for all the supportive feedback about last week’s episode about Jeff’s struggle with depression.
[4:45] Follow up topic: We need to be able to identify when we’re going through a depressed time for us and be open/honest about it.
[6:25] If you’re not aware of what you’re going through, you can end up becoming a very angry and lonely person.
[9:45] Sports are backkkkkkk!!!
[16:10] Is it that big of a deal if you can’t go to a football game? Football was made for TV.
[21:45] Why are stadiums designed like sardine cans? Jeff prefers sitting in his big comfy chair at home.
[23:45] What’s happening with Elite Fantasy? Jeff explains why they have three websites.
[36:55] Even though some people on Jeff’s team have left, there will be some great, great upcoming addictions to the team in the future. Jeff and his team know good talent when they see it.
[48:45] Jeff will be changing up how the company will be running social media!
[59:25] If something doesn’t directly affect you, then why care about it?
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Quotes:
“All great analysts and people always want more and Tommy G. always wanted to be famous!”
“Use our network of people, use us however you can to get ahead in your own life.”
“Don’t worry about our politics or our religious takes, why would you care? I’m going to make you a winner in seasonal fantasy football this year.”
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Jeff wanted to take a break from sports right now to talk about depression. He has experienced bouts of this growing up and even in adult life. He wanted to talk to you about it because he knows that being locked up in your house for two months probably means you might be struggling and feeling down. He hopes you are taking care of yourself and shares his story.
Key Takeaways:
[1:50] Jeff takes a break from sports for today.
[2:30] UFC 249 is back this Saturday and NASCAR is a week away!
[4:05] Let’s talk about depression… something Jeff has suffered from throughout his life.
[8:30] Depression affects everything in your life. Family, friendships, work, and health.
[13:20] Jeff’s mom tried to kill herself. She might have been bipolar.
[20:15] Jeff remembers when a group of his friends turned on him and beat the hell out of him. He lost two of his teeth. The whole world changed for him that day.
[23:00] It was a terrible time. Jeff was getting beat up every day and even had a steel toe boot break his nose.
[28:55] Time to get real, Jeff shares a story he hasn’t told anybody else before.
[35:15] If you’re ever been in a deep, deep depression or going through it now. Things will get better.
[38:50] You don’t know what other people are growing through. So talk to everybody and do not judge.
[40:00] Jeff getting beaten up every single day was the best thing that ever happened to him.
[44:05] It made Jeff realize he had to work really hard at his friendships and be very appreciative and grateful for the people in his life.
[47:55] Don’t worry about what the neighbors have. Worry about yourself.
[48:40] Be who you are and be proud of who you are.
[51:10] every time Jeff shows appreciation in his life, every time, it comes back to him positively.
[56:15] Secret of life: Ask people how they’re doing. And Listen.
[1:02:00] Happiness is toxic. When you boost people up, your life improves. Surround yourself with positive people.
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Jeff’s article The NFL Draft: 2015–2019
Quotes:
“Two months of quarantine has a lot of people feeling bummed, down, depressed, sad. So this is the time to tackle the topic.”
“I didn’t know I was depressed. I grew up in a depressed environment.”
“Things will get better. Don’t give up on your future. Don’t give up on all the greatness that can happen in your life.”
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Jeff gets Armando Marsal to help him go through the NFL Draft Grades for all 32 teams. Jeff shares his top draft picks, but be warned! He is a harsh draft picker. Armando weighs in his thoughts on what some of these teams did right and others… not so much. Bad trades, bad team matches happening all around in the NFL, but there is a silver lining!
Key Takeaways:
[1:10] Armando and Jeff talk about TikTok.
[5:15] Join — Fanlinksports.com to see more of Jeff, Armando, and the rest of the Fantasy Guru family.
[6:45] Everyone is craving sports right now.
[10:55] Any opportunity the NFL can do to expand their season, they’re going to do it.
[11:15] Jeff isn’t normally impressed by Roger Goodell, but this time around he really showed his worth during the NFL Draft.
[14:55] Agree or disagree on these draft grades? Hit Armando & Jeff up on Twitter.
[15:25] Let’s talk the 49ers.
[18:40] 2020 running backs: Raheem Mostert or Tevin Coleman?
[20:55] Who will be the backup quarterback for the Saints? Also thoughts on Jameis Winston?
[24:05] Jeff gives out seven As in this draft out of the 32 teams. Three A+, two standard As, and two A-.
[24:20] Who does Armando think deserves an A+?
[25:30] Denver Broncos deserve an A+!
[30:40] The problem with grading is that most people grade biasedly. They don’t know enough about the players to make a good enough call.
[32:40] Ravens. Another A+.
[35:15] New York Jets A+.
[39:25] The Colts with a standard A.
[43:35] Cleveland Browns also another A.
[47:35] Detroit lions A-.
[51:15] Miami Dolphins A-.
[57:35] Let’s take a look at Jeff’s B-tier teams. New York Giants at B+.
[1:00:45] Tampa Bay Buccaneers B+.
[1:04:40] Kansas City Chiefs B+.
[1:06:35] Cincinnati Bengals B.
[1:10:30] Redskins B.
[1:12:25] Minnesota Vikings B.
[1:15:35] Tennessee Titans B-.
[1:17:40] San Francisco 49ers B-.
[1:19:45] New Orleans Saints B-.
[1:22:55] Seven Teams got a C rating. Three C+, two Cs, and two C-. Arizona Cardinals C+.
[1:25:20] Buffalo Bills C+.
[1:27:55] Dallas Cowboys C+.
[1:30:25] The standard Cs — Panthers and Jaguars.
[1:34:15] C- both the Chargers and the Rams. Just blaaaahhh.
[1:38:55] Nine Teams left. Four have D tier ratings and five got Fs.
[1:39:05] D+ for Steelers and Eagles.
[1:45:05] Seattle Seahawks get a D.
[1:47:30] D- New England Patriots.
[1:51:15] F+ to the Greenbay Packers.
[1:55:15] Oakland Raiders F+.
[1:59:40] Chicago Bears and Atlanta Falcons both get Fs.
[2:01:35] The worst draft out of everybody? Houston Texans F-.
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Quotes:
“I’m all the way freaking in on the Cleveland Browns Offensive 2020.”
“I’m in the minority when it comes to Miami Dolphin fans. I do not think Tua is the Dolphin’s quarterback of the future. I hope I’m wrong.”
“Less is not always more and in fact, many many times, more is worse. So take a page from the Saints. You don’t need to overhaul everything.”
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
Jeff wanted to give you a full breakdown of his top 10 NFL draft picks for each ranked position. He shares some of his favorites, not so favorites, as well as people with potential for your fantasy sports picks. There’s a lot to go over so Jeff really dives in on the first two positions, running back and wide receiver, but due to time had to speed up his final picks for the OL, CB, and TE positions.
Key Takeaways:
[1:10] We still have sports betting going on!
[2:15] Jeff loves Tik Tok because it’s so positive compared to the other social media.
[4:40] Jeff did a huge write up on the NFL Draft between 2015-2019. Go check it out!
[5:25] Rob Gronkowski has been traded? Wasn’t he retired?
[7:30] Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2019 vs. 2020.
[10:40] Tampa Bay Buccaneers have legacy, but you don’t get legacy points in fantasy football.
[13:25] Some exciting things happening on the FREE website — Fanlinksports.com.
[15:40] Jeff is going to break down every position for the NFL Draft Preview.
[16:05] Jeff’s first impressions on the NFL Draft Running Back. Shares his thoughts on Jonathan Taylor.
[20:05] Cam Akers is looking promising!
[22:25] D’Andre Swift? Jeff likes him but is skeptical on his runs.
[26:30] Clyde Edwards-Helaire might just be too small.
[28:00] Big fan of Darrynton Evans.
[30:45] J.K Dobbins. Something about him that Jeff just doesn’t LOVE.
[32:15] Zack Moss.
[33:00] Joshua Kelley.
[37:00] A look at Michael Warren.
[37:50] And Number 10 Running Back falls on Ke'Shawn Vaughn.
[40:00] Next up are Jeff’s wide receiver picks! Let’s start with Jerry Jeudy.
[47:45] CeeDee Lamb.
[49:15] Tee Higgins.
[51:10] Justin Jefferson. LSU has just some great players coming out of there.
[53:10] Here’s one that might surprise you: Chase Claypool.
[55:55] Denzel Mims. Is he just hype?
[57:30] Devin Duvernay. He gets moved around a lot in Jeff’s rankings.
[1:02:35] Michael Pittman.
[1:04:25] Why is Henry Ruggs a first-round pick?
[1:07:15] Number 10? Antonio Gandy-Golden.
[1:09:15] Next up are the Tight Ends! Jeff isn’t crazy about them this year. Albert Okwuegbunam is Jeff’s fav right now.
[1:10:55] Next up is Offensive Lines. Mekhi Becton had a positive drug test, but boy is he good.
[1:12:25] Jedrick Wills is another top contender for offensive tackles.
[1:15:10] Tristan Wirfs, Andrew Thomas, and Josh Jones all have the potential to be pro-level NFL players.
[1:17:45] Jeff’s fav Offensive Guard and Centers. Starts it off with Lloyd Cushenberry and Cesar Ruiz.
[1:19:25] Want Jeff’s thoughts on something? Hit him up on Twitter or on Fantasyguru.com!
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Jeff’s article The NFL Draft: 2015-2019
Quotes:
“Don’t forget, we’re getting a 42-year-old quarterback (Tom Brady) with no downfield arm strength whatsoever.”
“I like a lot of things about Justin Jefferson. I did wish he measured out a little bit better, but he’d make the acrobatic catches.”
“There are guys that are fast at the 40-yard dash or running the routes, but Devin Duvernay is fast with the ball in his hand.”
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
There are a lot of things going on in the world today, so let’s just focus on some fun NFL Draft QB Rankings. Jeff has his top ten picks and discusses some of the NFL Draft Rankings he’s had in the past. He keeps them all in a file, so if you have any doubts or questions, call him out on it on Twitter and he’ll tell you who he was rooting for, way back when!
Key Takeaways:
[3:15] Jeff knows 12 people now who are positive for COVID-19 and one of them has already passed away.
[6:00] Jeff is tired of winning at poker over at Elite Sports Betting. So come get in on the action.
[6:55] Jeff thinks TikTok is the best social media platform out there!
[9:00] Okay, why is Tua Tagovailoa a top two draft pick?
[11:55] Jeff’s opinion on Twitter will change!
[15:40] Because Jeff is in this industry, he has to watch all the players, not just the favorites. So many people in this industry take the easy way out and don’t form their own opinions.
[19:10] Don’t be a sheep. Put in the work and form your own opinions.
[24:15] Jeff’s biggest miss on a quarterback was Russell Wilson. He didn’t like him at first.
[30:55] Jeff is not crazy about Josh Allen for Buffalo, but he’s still waiting to see where he goes.
[34:55] Jeff shares his thoughts on Dak Prescott.
[37:00] Everyone hated Daniel Jones! But Jeff did like him.
[41:35] Jeff shares his thoughts on EJ Manuel in 2013.
[43:45] Top ten quarterbacks for the 2020 draft.
[44:00] Let’s talk about Joe Burrow.
[50:20] Jeff likes Jordan Love.
[58:10] Let’s take a look at Tua Tagovailoa.
[55:05] Some promise in Justin Herbert.
[1:07:25] Jake Fromm… Some likes and dislikes here.
[1:09:10] Jaylin Hertz from Oklahoma is six on Jeff’s list.
[1:11:50] Steven Montez is up next.
[1:14:40] Jeff loves Riley Neal’s potential.
[1:17:10] Jacob Eason. Talented kid.
[1:19:30] Jeff is excited to see where James Morgan will go.
[1:23:00] Like this podcast? Share it with a friend!
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Quotes:
“If you ever want to hit me up at Twitter or wherever and say, ‘Hey what did you think, 2013, football rankings? NFL draft previews.’ Well, I got the running back position for Marcus Lattimore of South Carolina.”
“Russell Wilson, I didn’t buy into him for a year. I will tell you very little has changed in my opinion. He does a lot of things wrong. Like, a lot.”
“Dak Prescott. Wasn’t a heavily recruited guy, was not sought-after in his class. I thought he was a starter in a national football league.”
Wednesday Apr 08, 2020
Wednesday Apr 08, 2020
Bob Harris joins Jeff Mans on this week’s podcast to discuss how he got started in fantasy football. It wasn’t an easy road. He was living with his grandmother at 38 to try and make this work. No one really believed in him and he started becoming that crazy guy with deluded dreams. Bob believes the reason why this all worked out for him was that he was just too stupid to quit. He also shares his weight-loss journey and why he decided to make a change for the better and improve his health.
Key Takeaways:
[2:15] Has Bob ever been in quarantine before?
[5:55] You don’t really know what you’re made of until you’re pushed to the wall.
[6:55] Football draft? How effective is the NFL season going to be?
[10:35] We are hungry for sports.
[13:20] How did Bob get into sports?
[17:55] Was Bob ever in a band? He’s an incredible musician.
[21:55] Why was Bob such a rebellious kid? Bob doesn’t understand moderation.
[25:15] Bob used to run with a lot of seedy characters. He’s thankful he never tried heroin.
[27:00] Truth is, you’re not going to fool anybody by pretending to be someone you’re not.
[31:55] Did Bob ever hit rock bottom? What made him decide to change his trajectory?
[35:00] How did Bob get into fantasy football?
[42:10] When did Bob realize there was a business model in fantasy football?
[47:20] It was a tough road to make this business work, but Bob was too stupid to quit.
[54:20] Everything Bob has earned didn’t come without hardship. Bob really is a pioneer in a lot of ways for the fantasy football industry.
[58:20] Bob has gone through an amazing weight loss journey.
[1:00:50] Bob was ashamed of his weight. He didn’t want to be seen.
[1:03:25] Sometimes, all you have to do is put in 1 minute of exercise. It starts with small steps. You can’t go from 0 to 100 overnight.
[1:04:50] Create a process and always make it better, just one day at a time.
[1:05:55] It’s not hard, it’s just persistence.
[1:08:00] There are a lot of great people who just get discouraged way too easily.
[1:11:35] Things are moving really fast, currently. So, we’ll see what will happen five months from now, when football season starts!
[1:12:50] Bob would listen to Jeff’s show on SiriusXM and would be blown away over the stories he would tell.
[1:23:00] Any interesting prospects for the NFL Draft?
[1:30:00] Bob shares what he’s doing differently now that he is in quarantine!
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Quotes:
“What leads to rebellion is what leads to everything I’ve done and everything I still do. I have no moderation gear.”
“You’re lying to people, but ultimately, you’re really lying to yourself.”
“I knew at some point, fantasy football would be the biggest thing on earth. There was no doubt in my mind.”
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Jeff understands people are bored in their houses right now but we have to think about other people. Jeff already personally knows 11 people who have come down with coronavirus and it’s no joke. Some of them are already hospitalized because of it. So do your part, stay inside and God bless all you guys right now who are working on the frontlines. This week’s episode focuses on the post-free-agency NFL football rankings and some of Jeff’s favorite guys in Football right now.
Key Takeaways:
[1:45] Like this podcast? Tell a friend!
[2:40] April Fools is for fools.
[4:35] Do the right thing and stay inside.
[4:55] Jeff personally knows 11 people who have come down with coronavirus.
[8:40] Thank you for working during this time to keep the world spinning. We are relying on a lot of people right now to help us put food on the table.
[10:30] What are you guys doing now that you’re on lockdown?
[12:25] Jeff has gotten back into horse racing.
[14:30] You don’t need good cards to win poker and you don’t need good cards to win at life!
[15:55] EliteFantasy also has e-sports games happening!
[21:15] It’s a bad time for a lot of us out there and businesses are folding. Jeff isn’t going to get a paycheck until maybe, hopefully, August because he wants to pay his people first.
[24:55] Got kids at home right now? Jeff’s wife was a school teacher and has some tips for you.
[31:30] Jeff is loving his poker games right now and he isn’t even playing with real money.
[31:50] Jeff thinks baseball season is coming around 4th of July weekend.
[36:10] Fantasy Guru has a new series out called The Next _____, which will be giving you an analysis on the underdogs with potential to be the next big stars in sports.
[37:00] Jeff gets into his post-free-agency NFL rankings.
[43:00] Jeff really likes Joe Mixon and sees a bright future for Cincinnati.
[43:10] Let’s take a look at the quarterback rankings.
[50:35] Jeff lists his wide receiver rankings.
[58:40] Next up in the rankings are the tight ends.
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Quotes:
“I’m not trying to be right, I am trying to be healthy.”
“You got to play the hand you’re dealt, no matter what it is. You decide every hand how you’re going to win and how you’re going to lose.”
“Number two wide receiver, that spot is still up for grabs. I still have DeAndre Hopkins.”
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Jeff Mans has Ray Flowers on the show to give his insight on how cut-throat this business can really be. Ray’s been in this business full-time for 19 years and knows that getting started and getting serious with fantasy sports is tough when you have a full-time job or other things on your plate. A lot of fantasy sports companies are closing down right now or doing massive layoffs and that’s because they’re just hobbyists who never took this seriously in the first place. If you want good guys to bleed with you when you lose and celebrate with you when you win, then you gotta look for the real guys that are 100% committed to this like Jeff and Ray.
Key Takeaways:
[2:15] Jeff is itching for a sports fix and it seems ESPN and all those guys don’t even know what they’re even doing.
[4:50] Sports is an escape for everyone and even if there is nothing on, it’s not going to stop Jeff and Ray from talking about it.
[10:30] This is Ray’s 19th year doing this full-time. Everyone is shutting their doors because they’re hobbyists that don’t take this seriously.
[14:00] When did Ray first learn about fantasy sports?
[17:00] When did Ray realize he could actually make a living in this industry?
[22:25] Ray’s first full-time job in this industry, he made $28,800 a year.
[26:15] People shouldn’t be jealous or want to punish the business owner for taking on the risk and being successful. America needs businesses and the people who create them.
[27:00] One of the worst things to happen to this industry was the way it got started.
[33:00] A lot of fantasy companies are shutting down because of this virus thing.
[40:05] People will pay for good work.
[42:10] What sets Elite Fantasy and Fantasy Guru apart from all the others is the dedication to delivering good and valuable content to the users.
[45:55] The most important people are your followers and your fans. Take care of those people.
[53:00] There are people in this industry that will shield their picks from paying customers. What kind of logic is that!
[53:55] Jeff and Ray’s job is to make you win. That’s their job!
[57:00] People give Jeff’s wife crap because she’s a stay-at-home-mom now, but they don’t see the part when she was with Jeff when he wasn’t a provider and making zero money. In a partnership, you help each other and you make sacrifices.
[1:09:50] How did Jeff first meet Ray?
[1:19:00] Why did Ray decide to take the leap and work with Jeff?
[1:24:20] Like this podcast? Tell a friend!
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Quotes:
“Trying to make money in fantasy sports is frowned upon to a lot of people.”
“People expect everything to be free. A lot of the time, you get what you pay for.”
“If you’re a customer of ours, you’re getting 100% of me and Jeff. Period.”
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
In an emotional unveiling, Jeff Mans discusses for the first time publicly the story of his Father who grew up as an Illinois Farmer, went to war for his country, battled depression, alcoholism and cancer in what became a most inspiring life story. It’s a story of family, a story of courage and a story of life. If you want to understand Mans, hear the true story of what inspires him. Jeff’s old man is his hero, but it took a long time for him to be that way. Jeff was the youngest of five children and everybody hated his dad. Jeff’s dad was an alcoholic, had no relationship with his wife, and was abusive to Jeff’s disabled brother. His dad was a Korean War vet, but he turned a corner when he had cancer in 1991 and he repaired the relationship he had with his wife, his kids, and his siblings. For that, Jeff is very grateful for being able to see the man he truly was.
Key Takeaways:
[3:10] Despite being in quarantine, Jeff is still working full time.
[5:20] You guys have been asking Jeff a lot about his youth.
[5:45] What motivates Jeff? His old man.
[8:55] Jeff has been finding creative ways to spend time with the family without leaving the house.
[10:25] Go get the Strat-O-Matic board game today.
[12:30] A little bit of back story about Jeff’s dad.
[15:00] Jeff’s old man and his siblings grew up so poor that they didn’t even celebrate Christmas or birthdays (and neither did Jeff).
[16:55] His dad served in the Korean war and he had some gruesome stories to share with Jeff.
[20:00] It was obvious Jeff was a mistake. Jeff’s youngest sister is 13 years older than him.
[23:00] His old man’s alcoholism was so bad and he was abusive when Jeff was growing up.
[24:00] Jeff’s dad is still his hero.
[28:30] Jeff was becoming a bad kid before his older brother moved his family away from all of that. Crime gangs were recruiting kids as young as 11 years old.
[29:25] Jeff had no relationship with his dad.
[34:25] Everything changed in 1991 when his dad got diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
[38:55] It changed the man completely. He became Jeff’s best friend.
[43:05] The whole family was bonding again and his dad was able to tell happier memories of his childhood.
[43:15] Then the cancer came back.
[46:55] His dad always told him to pursue a career or a job that made him happy. Do something you want to do, not because you have to.
[50:40] His dad became an alcoholic because he never could give his parents and his family a good life.
[55:15] Jeff's dad died on November 4th, 1999.
[1:00:30] When he passed, there was a line trying to get into the funeral home.
[1:03:10] We all die, but our legacy will live on.
[1:07:20] Jeff still writes letters to his dad.
[1:10:55] Whatever is happening in your life, you’re better than it and you will fight through it.
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Quotes:
“Every one of us battled from a crap show to make something of our lives and we’re still going today. That’s why I don’t have a lot of compassion for excuses.”
“If you go through something, sure, feel bad, but keep going. Do something about it!”
“The box of drywall screws is bigger than any trophy or anything I have in my life.”