Jew From The Lou

One is who wise is one who learns from everyone. This is the podcast of the people. In each episode we will dive into a meaningful conversation with a new guest about life. Everyone has a story - what's yours?

Jew From The Lou is a education podcast hosted by Nechama Henderson, with 95 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Nechama Henderson hosts Jew From The Lou, a education show with 95 episodes published.

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  Episode #95

  Life After the NFL (Ep 95) ft. Hakeem Valles | The One About Building Empyr

  Sep 28, 202658 minS1

  What happens when the dream you spent your entire life chasing no longer fits the person you've become? Former NFL tight end Hakeem Valles went from undrafted to the Arizona Cardinals, Detroit Lions, and New York Giants, then walked away to build something new. He gets honest about the financial reality of pro football, losing his identity when the game ended, becoming a father in the middle of it all, and starting over with Empyr Coffee, where he now helps lead 32 employees around the world. In this episode: • The truth about money, roster cuts, and identity in the NFL • Why fatherhood changed his definition of success • Walking away from football and the comeback attempt two years later • From coffee novice to coffee builder: the Empyr story • Leadership, grief, and why no one is truly self-made • Finding your "freedom number" from survival mode to abundance As Hakeem says: "The fortune is in the follow-up." Connect with Hakeem: Instagram: @hakvalles80 | TikTok: @hakeemvalles Empyr Coffee: empyrcoffee.com | @scratchcoffeestl Connect with Jew From The Lou: Instagram: @jewfromthelou TikTok: @jewfromthelou YouTube: @jewfromthelou #JewFromTheLou #HakeemValles #EmpyrCoffee #NFL #LifeAfterFootball #Entrepreneurship #Fatherhood #Leadership #CoffeeBusiness #StLouisPodcast Loved this episode? Follow Jew From The Lou wherever you listen. It's free, takes two seconds, and it's the number one way to help the show grow. If you're on Apple Podcasts, please leave a rating and review. It means everything. Feel called to share your story? Your story is safe with me. DM @jewfromthelou on Instagram to be a guest. Everyone has a story. What's yours?

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  Episode #94

  Episode 94: The One About Scratch Money ft. Parker Dill

  Sep 20, 202650 minS1

  What happens when the vision in your head is bigger than what everyone else can see? In this episode of Jew From The Lou , I sit down with Parker Dill , Director of Partnerships at Empyr Coffee and founder of Scratch Coffee STL , for a conversation about entrepreneurship, coffee, networking, faith, and what it really takes to build something from scratch. Parker shares how a high school internship unexpectedly led him into the coffee industry, the relationships that helped shape his career, and what he’s learning while helping bring a new coffee shop to life. We also talk about the reality behind opening a brick-and-mortar, why collaboration can be more powerful than competition, how to build relationships without constantly selling yourself, and why sometimes people aren’t buying the product they’re buying into the person behind the vision. From navigating the messy middle of entrepreneurship to trusting timing, building the right team, and recognizing the role faith and serendipity can play along the way, this conversation is about much more than coffee. At its core, The One With Scratch Money is a conversation about putting yourself in a position for opportunity, doing the work, and believing in what you’re building before everyone else understands it. Because as Parker reminds us, “I always say I’m lucky, but I put myself in a position to succeed.” This episode reflects Parker’s personal experiences and perspective as shared during the conversation. This is the Jew From The Lou Podcast , where real stories meet real inspiration. Connect with Parker and Scratch Coffee: Instagram: @ parker_dill and @ scratchcoffeestl Connect with Jew From The Lou: Instagram: @jewfromthelou TikTok: @jewfromthelou YouTube: @jewfromthelou #JewFromTheLou #ScratchCoffeeSTL #EmpyrCoffee #Entrepreneurship #CoffeeBusiness #Networking #SmallBusiness #Busi

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  Episode #92

  Episode 92: The One Where You Hear Me Roehr ft. Ksandra Roehr

  Aug 23, 20261h 25mS1

  What if finding yourself isn’t about becoming someone new, but remembering who you were before the world told you who to be? In this episode of Jew From The Lou , I sit down with Ksandra Roehr , the intuitive guide, spiritual practitioner, and founder of Hear Me Roehr , for a conversation that goes far beyond what we typically think of as spirituality. Ksandra shares how a near-death experience became the beginning of a much deeper awakening, eventually opening her world to intuition, shamanism, shadow work, embodiment, plant medicine, and a completely different relationship with herself. We explore what it means to listen to your inner wisdom, why healing sometimes requires going toward the parts of ourselves we’ve hidden away, and how the people and experiences that trigger us may actually be revealing what is ready to be seen. We also dive into the intersection of spirituality and business, from charging for work that feels deeply personal to building a brand with integrity, becoming an ethical influencer, and creating something successful without manipulating the very people you hope to serve. Whether you consider yourself deeply spiritual, simply curious, or still figuring out what you believe, this conversation is an invitation to look inward, question what you’ve been taught, and remember that sometimes the thing you’re searching for outside of yourself has been within you all along. Because as Ksandra reminds us, how we relate to ourselves shapes how we relate to the world and sometimes the greatest question we can ask is: what part of me is ready to come back home? This is the Jew From The Lou Podcast , where real stories meet real inspiration. Connect with Ksandra / Hear Me Roehr: Instagram: @ hearmeroehr Website: hearmeroehr.com Linktree: linktr.ee/hearmeroehr Connect with Jew From The Lou: Instagram: @jewfromthelou TikTok: @jewfromthelou YouTube: @jewfromthelou #JewFromTheLou #HearMeRoehr #Spirituality #SelfLove #ShadowWork #PersonalGrowth #Intuition #Embodiment #Entrepreneurship #StLouis

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  Episode #91

  Episode 91: The One With The Property Mom ft. Nicole Simon

  Jul 29, 202658 minS1

  Everyone dreams about finding the perfect home. But what if creating a beautiful life has less to do with where you live and more to do with how you choose to live? In this episode of Jew From The Lou , I sit down with realtor, entrepreneur, and the creator behind Property Mom STL , Nicole Simon, for a conversation that goes far beyond real estate. We explore what it means to build an authentic brand, create a home that brings you peace, and navigate the constant balancing act of entrepreneurship, motherhood, and everyday life. Nicole shares how she built her business by leading with relationships instead of sales, why authenticity has become her greatest marketing strategy, and how she intentionally creates beauty in the everyday. We also dive into social media, time management, setting boundaries, balancing family with business, and why success looks different in every season of life. Whether you're building a business, searching for your next home, or simply trying to create a life that feels more intentional, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom and simple reminders to slow down, embrace the season you're in, and remember that all you can do is all you can do, and all you can do is enough. This is the Jew From The Lou Podcast, where real stories meet real inspiration. Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: @ ⁠ propertymomstl ⁠ Connect with Jew From The Lou: Instagram: @jewfromthelou TikTok: @jewfromthelou YouTube: @jewfromthelou #JewFromTheLou #PropertyMom #RealEstate #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Motherhood #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #Home #StLouis

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  Episode #90

  Episode 90: The One Where A Box Hates To See Me Coming ft. Lindsey Shaw

  Jul 19, 20261h 24mS1

  Everyone talks about finding the right relationship, the right career, or the perfect path. But what happens when the life you worked so hard to build no longer feels like the life you're meant to live? In this episode of Jew From The Lou, I sit down with entrepreneur, bodybuilder, and plant business owner Lindsey Shaw for one of the most honest conversations we've had on the podcast. We explore what it looks like to outgrow relationships, redefine success, and give yourself permission to evolve into someone new. Lindsey opens up about the difficult decision to leave her marriage, the therapist's advice that completely changed her perspective, and why staying in a life that no longer aligns with who you are can be one of the hardest choices you'll ever make. We also dive into friendships, networking, entrepreneurship, social media, confidence, and the challenge of building a life that reflects your values instead of other people's expectations. From bodybuilding prep to business ownership, we talk about discipline, consistency, raising your personal standards, and why the small choices you make every day ultimately shape the person you become. Whether you're navigating a major life transition, building a business, questioning your current season, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom and powerful reminders that growth is rarely comfortable, but it's always worth it. Because sometimes the bravest thing you can do isn't holding on. It's giving yourself permission to become someone new. This is the Jew From The Lou Podcast, where real stories meet real inspiration. Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: @shaw.lins Plant Business: @stlgreendeath Website: stlgreendeath.com Connect with Jew From The Lou: Instagram: @jewfromthelou TikTok: @jewfromthelou YouTube: @jewfromthelou #JewFromTheLou #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneur #SelfDevelopment #Bodybuilding #Mindset #WomenInBusiness #Authenticity #Relationships #GrowthJourney

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