What's Next with Eric Wood

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Ep 151 - Pedal To The Metal with Ben Rhodes May 18, 2022

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Ben Rhodes is the reigning NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Champion. Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, Ben started racing at the age of 7 years old and is now on the verge of stardom at only 25. Before moving up to the Truck Series, Rhodes competed full-time in what is now the ARCA Menards Series East, where he drove for Turner Scott Motorsports and won the 2014 series championship. He also previously competed part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for JR Motorsports in 2015.

Today on the show, Eric and Ben dive into their career journeys, how to stay focused during a race and some of the parallels between professional sports and business. Other topics include:

(5:00-10:10) - How Ben started racing, kart/truck racing and the progression to NASCAR

(10:10-17:00) - What separates the best drivers from the rest? Skill sets needed

(17:00-21:50) - Importance of focus during race. Pre race routine?

(21:50-27:20) - Fear of crashing? Discussion on concussions

(27:20-33:20) - Role models in racing. Dealing with distractions

(33:20-40:00) - Winning the NASCAR Truck Series in 2021. Old school NASCAR

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Ep 150 - Trust Yourself with Micah Hyde May 13, 2022

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Micah Hyde is a 2x All-Pro Safety and Captain on the Buffalo Bills. Micah played college football at Iowa and was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the fifth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. Micah signed with the Bills since 2017 and spent some time playing with E-Wood as well.

Today on the show, the guys talk about their time playing together, also a look ahead to the 2022 season and the mega deal that Tom Brady received from Fox Sports. Other topics include:

(1:35-4:30) - Offseason report, football career journey to Bills

(4:30-10:00) - Advice to rookies/younger self

(10:00-16:40) - Response since KC loss, expectations are high

(16:40-20:30) - Primetime games, how kids have changed Micah's professional life

(20:30-25:45) - Upcoming charity softball game

(25:45-39:30) - Reoccurring questions, Tom Brady's TV deal

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Ep 149 - Living In The Present with Jason Goldsmith May 11, 2022

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Jason Goldsmith is a globally recognized Performance Coach and the co-author of "Take Charge of You" with NYT best selling author David Novak. Jason emphasizes on the mental aspects of optimal performance in high pressure environments.
After initially focusing exclusively in golf, Jason's practice has expanded to include MLB, NFL, NBA, USTA, and athletes and coaches from the U.S. and Great Britain Olympic teams. In addition to his coaching contributions in Division I and II collegiate sports programs, including several National Championships, Jason's practice includes athletes of all levels including world-ranked juniors, amateurs, Fortune 500 executives, and professionals. In golf, he has coached 6 Major champions, multiple top 10 and World #1 golfers, including the 2016 Olympic Gold Medalist and 2018 FedEx Cup Champion, Justin Rose.

Today on the show, Eric and Jason discuss the importance of living in the present and how to reach a neutral state of thinking. Other topics include:

(2:20-4:20) - Growing up in Northern California, playing tennis

(4:20-7:50) - Career journey, joining the Air Force at 17

(7:50-11:05) - Becoming self aware

(11:05-15:10) - Reaching a neutral sate of mind

(15:10-20:00) - Goal setting, golf mindset training

(20:00-23:50) - Take Charge of You with David Novak

(23:50-28:15) - Jason's golf game, favorite course

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Ep 148 - Handicapping The Kentucky Derby with Kevin McFarland May 06, 2022

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Kevin McFarland is a financial advisor by trade but has become one of the top horse racing handicappers in the country. In the past, Kevin has won the Breeders Cup and the Kentucky Derby betting challenges. Success doesn't come easy, you will learn how much preparation goes into betting on horse racing.

Today on the show, Eric and Kevin also get into betting advice for the 2022 Kentucky Derby and how to out-work your competition. Topics include:

(3:10-6:15) - How Kevin fell in love with Horse Racing

(6:15-15:15) - Tournament handicapping

(15:15-21:45) - Learning from your mistakes

(21:45-29:45) - Confidence through preparation

(29:45-35:40) - Betting strategies - differences between sports gambling and horse racing

(35:40-43:30) - 2022 Kentucky Derby betting advice/look ahead to Derby field

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 147 - Kentucky Derby Picks with Kent Taylor May 05, 2022

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Kent Taylor is the Sports Director at WAVE-TV in Louisville, Kentucky. He was named "Kentucky TV Sportscaster of the Year" by the Associated Press in 2008, 2009, 2012, and 2015. Taylor also won for Best Sports Play-by-Play in 2015 and 2016.

Today on the show, Eric and Kent are talking Derby and how to bet the race. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 146 - Run For The Roses with Kenny McPeek May 04, 2022

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Kenny McPeek is one of the most well known horse trainers in the world. Kenny currently owns and operates Magdalena Farm in Lexington, Kentucky and has entered two horses in the upcoming 2022 Kentucky Derby - Smile Happy and Tiz The Bomb.

The last two years, the Kentucky Derby winning horse trainer has been a guest on 'What's Next with Eric Wood' the week of the race (Bob Bafffert and Brad Cox.) Today on the show, Eric and Kenny discuss his chances of winning the derby and how he got to where he is today. Other topics include:

(3:00-7:30) - How Kenny started in racking. Growing up in Lexington, KY

(7:30-10:50) - What separates good horse trainers? What you do differently from Derby to Derby

(10:50-15:20) - "One race doesn't define you. Control what you can control."

(15:20-18:00) - Normal day at work for a horse trainer

(18:00-21:00) - Betting on the Derby. Horse Races Now App

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Ep 145 - Leave A Legacy with Desmond Ridder Apr 27, 2022

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Desmond Ridder is one of the many players who will hear their name called in the 2022 NFL Draft this week. Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, Desmond excelled as a QB at Cincinnati, earning AAC Offensive Player of the Year twice and leading the Bearcats to a CFB Playoff birth his senior season. Over the last 4 years, Desmond has the most wins and TD's of any QB in CFB.

Today on the show, Eric and Desmond discuss being a projected 1st round pick, some of his favorite stories from his days as a Bearcat and much more. Topics include:

(2:45-6:45) - From 2 star to 1st round pick. What makes Luke Fickell special?

(6:45-9:40) - Making the CFB playoff. New transfer rules and their impact

(9:40-13:45) - Leave a legacy. Why Desmond came back for his senior season

(13:45-18:00) - Draft process, combine

(18:00-22:00) - Draft day plans, transition from college to the NFL

(22:00-26:00) - NFL QB's Desmond studies, the IT factor

(26:00-30:45) - NIL's impact in the locker room

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 144 - 2022 NFL Draft Preview with Chris Trapasso Apr 25, 2022

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Chris Trapasso is an NFL Draft analyst for CBS Sports and the founder of the Scouting Gradebook - the internet's first customizable player grading system. Chris has more than 10 years of sports writing and coverage experience, and with the NFL Draft set for this week, now is the perfect time to bring Chris on.

Today on the show, Chris and Eric get into some of the best prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. Other topics include:

(205-5:35) - How he started covering the NFL Draft

(5:35-9:00) - Sammy Watkins and Josh Allen first impressions

(9:00-13:05) - Process of grading players, hardest position to grade

(13:05-18:00) - Does NFL need developmental league? Strength/weakness of the 22 NFL Draft

(18:00-23:20) - QB Class in 22 Draft. Do scouting combine drills translate to success in NFL?

(23:20-28:20) - Eric's combine stats. The importance of length

(28:20-33:45) - Buffalo Bills plan for 2022 Draft

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Ep 143 - Invest In Yourself with Ben Newman Apr 20, 2022

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Ben Newman is back for round 2! The highly regarded Performance Coach, International Speaker and Best-Selling Author joins Eric in Louisville for a personal coaching lesson.

You can learn more about Ben, the Mental Conditioning Coach for the 18-time National Champion Alabama Crimson Tide football team, here: https://bennewman.net/

Topics today include:

(2:00-5:25) - Ben's business boot camp

(5:25-9:20) - Invest in yourself

(9:20-13:00) - "Don't be seduced by success"

(13:00-20:40) - Celebrating success vs recommitting to the work

(20:40-24:50) - Importance of self talk, working out consistently

(24:50-30:10) - Your actions tell your story

(30:10-35:20) - How Ben's balances family and coaching life

(35:20-40:00) - Dream vacation, favorite date night

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Ep 142 - Adding Value with Brad Lomenick Apr 13, 2022

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Brad Lomenick is a leadership consultant, speaker, founder of BLINC, and author of The Catalyst Leader and H3 Leadership. Over the last 15 years, he has built a reputation as a key connector and convener of leaders. Eric was recently a guest on Brad's podcast: H3 Leadership

Today on the show, Eric and Brad discuss lessons in leadership, the importance of finding your calling in life and how to connect with others. Topics include:
(2:25-7:45) - Growing up in Oklahoma, Dad is a HS FB coach, loving the game of golf
(7:45-15:05) - Lessons learned from John Maxwell: Always be curious
(15:05-19:30) - Humble yourself to elevate others
(19:30-26:30) - How to add value. Advice for making connections
(26:30-31:35) - The paradox of freedom for young leaders
(31:35-38:15) - Advice for your What's Next in life
(38:15-42:10) - Preventing a mid-life crisis
(42:10-45:30) - The importance of feedback
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