The Van Man Podcast

#36 Tanner Hill - EZ Pill

Tanner Hill found a way to help others using his 3D printer to make keychain pill holders and selling them online. His new company EZ Pill was conceived when he wanted an easier way to carry his medication for emergencies and he discovered that there were others who shared the same need. In this episode, Tanner talks about the process of creating and selling a product and the amazing responses he's received from the people using it. I hope you enjoy the episode!

Miles Bice: Pickpocket Co.

Miles is an entrepreneur at heart and is always working on a side hustle. His biggest project has been in the works for six years and went live this year! If you're an adventurer at heart and and play the guitar, then you probably know that guitar picks run away and get lost forever. The pickpocket is the perfect guitar accessory to travel with you and it will carry your picks, tuner, and capo all in a pocket sized backpack attached to your guitar. In this episode, Miles shares his story creating and launching Pickpocket, along with some advice for entrepreneurs.

Klodian Mitri: Professional Half Ironman

Klodian Mitri is a professional endurance athlete who went from struggling to run a 5k to racing professionally in endurance sports. It's too easy to look at elite athletes like Klodian and think "he's just built different, I could never do that," but the truth is, at one point, Klodian was "normal" and it was the consistent hard work he put in over the years that has driven him to where he is today. All it takes is one step in the right direction and I hope hearing Klodian's story and insights into racing helps just one person to take that step.

Jared Quan: Author

Jared Quan is a writer, streamer, avid volunteer in the community, husband, and father of five. He is often asked how he's been able to balance all of his interests while still writing for books and short stories. It's pretty impressive and his hard work has accumulated into a wealth of knowledge. In this episode we discuss his work in the community, time management, and of course, writing. You can purchase his book Lifted: Adventures in Ridesharing [https://www.amazon.com/Lifted-Adventures-Ridesharing-Jared-Quan/dp/B0BD2XPKYH] on amazon now!

Braydon Manley: Elite Runner

Braydon is back on the podcast with another race report from his most recent experience competing in the New York City Marathon. This one didn't go as planned and though races like this can be heartbreaking, Braydon is even more motivated for the next race.