https://simplecast.com The We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast is a monthly presentation co-hosted by nationally recognized experts and advocates Nicky Gacos and Terry Smith. Sponsored in part by the National Association of Blind Merchants, the podcast will focus on past, current, and future issues impacting the Randolph-Sheppard Program and blind entrepreneurs. Nicky and Terry will lead discussions on important topics and invite nationally acclaimed guests to share their perspectives. The ultimate goal is to promote blind entrepreneurship. 2022-2025-We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast en Sat, 4 Apr 2026 20:30:48 +0000 Sat, 4 Apr 2026 20:31:00 +0000 https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/8707db07-5e19-4829-a435-9b573f9fd379/0ead1f20-2edf-48c0-886d-44178c1dfb69/3000x3000/img-3909.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com episodic The We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast is a monthly presentation co-hosted by nationally recognized experts and advocates Nicky Gacos and Terry Smith. Sponsored in part by the National Association of Blind Merchants, the podcast will focus on past, current, and future issues impacting the Randolph-Sheppard Program and blind entrepreneurs. Nicky and Terry will lead discussions on important topics and invite nationally acclaimed guests to share their perspectives. The ultimate goal is to promote blind entrepreneurship. Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith false https://feeds.simplecast.com/zfkDFCyD entrepreneurship, blind, randolph-sheppard We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast 9a2d24b3-d65d-44b0-8043-8308e1b767ba Sat, 4 Apr 2026 20:30:48 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-2026-spring-blitz-3P8Xjn8g The 2026 Spring Blitz Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 01:10:45 In this episode, Terry provides his quarterly update on all things Randolph-Sheppard. Catch all the latest news. In this episode, Terry provides his quarterly update on all things Randolph-Sheppard. Catch all the latest news. randolph shepherd, blind false full 4 5 1908f0ed-9184-4394-9383-42becc9ef2b4 Mon, 2 Mar 2026 23:34:29 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-perspective-of-a-former-rsa-commissioner-IEiJ3uqK The Perspective of a Former RSA Commissioner Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 01:01:37 In this episode former RSA Commissioner Joanne Wilson shares her perspectives on Randolph-Sheppard today, discusses her time as RSA Commissioner in the Bush Administration, and talks philosophy of blindness. In this episode former RSA Commissioner Joanne Wilson shares her perspectives on Randolph-Sheppard today, discusses her time as RSA Commissioner in the Bush Administration, and talks philosophy of blindness. false full 3 5 dfc5f78b-4146-4407-a561-e5dd93844dd0 Sun, 1 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Ed Birmingham, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-dynamic-dup-becomes-the-dynamic-trio-cS2e_oOh The Dynamic Dup Becomes the Dynamic Trio Ed Birmingham, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:56:52 In this episode, Nicky and Terry are joined by Ed Birmingham, a Chicago blind entrepreneur who recently retired after a long career. The three discuss a number of issues related to Randolph-Sheppard and current events. In this episode, Nicky and Terry are joined by Ed Birmingham, a Chicago blind entrepreneur who recently retired after a long career. The three discuss a number of issues related to Randolph-Sheppard and current events. false full 2 5 2b942a8a-6afc-4d1e-8b66-599ace51ab17 Sun, 4 Jan 2026 14:26:33 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/january-2026-blitz-9L_TE0tb January 2026 Blitz Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:58:06 In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz. In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz. false full 1 5 499a0c2c-1268-4c9f-9bd8-76c5e4aadd5e Sat, 6 Dec 2025 12:42:00 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-christmas-visit-to-nickys-bar-grill-n02eoUAY A Christmas Visit to Nicky’s Bar & Grill Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 01:15:27 In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome 4 new friends to Nicky’s Bar &Grill to discuss all things Randolph-Sheppard. In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome 4 new friends to Nicky’s Bar &Grill to discuss all things Randolph-Sheppard. false full 10 4 e7d967fc-f76c-453a-a030-524bc30cc004 Sun, 2 Nov 2025 03:26:48 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/lets-hear-from-the-slas-QTtXUkhV Let's Hear from the SLAs Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 01:03:28 In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite the President and President-Elect of the National Council of State Agencies for the Blind, and they also discuss current issues involving the Department of War. In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite the President and President-Elect of the National Council of State Agencies for the Blind, and they also discuss current issues involving the Department of War. false full 9 4 e7380b51-c081-4bcd-8d2b-d6be9dfb78d3 Sun, 5 Oct 2025 17:32:59 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos, Bill Findley https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/we-say-goodbye-to-bill-findley-JPN_w_7A We Say Goodbye to Bill Findley Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos, Bill Findley 01:04:14 In this episode, Terry and Nicky double up with a farewell interview with the Florida BEP Director, as well as The Blitz. In this episode, Terry and Nicky double up with a farewell interview with the Florida BEP Director, as well as The Blitz. false full 8 4 9fd69487-789b-49c3-aa0b-b5eacfd83565 Mon, 1 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/say-what-dod-wants-a-waiver-jE4SkYgt Say What? DOD Wants a Waiver Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 01:03:36 Say What? DOD Wants a Waiver - Nicky and Terry welcome 2 guests to discuss Secretary Hesgeth's request for a DOD waiver from the R-S priority. Say What? DOD Wants a Waiver - Nicky and Terry welcome 2 guests to discuss Secretary Hesgeth's request for a DOD waiver from the R-S priority. randolph sheppard, blind false full 7 4 8a073aa3-19ed-4b2e-ad46-1fd9d10831bf Tue, 1 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-blitz-july-2025-zRJOH5Zw The Blitz July 2025 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 01:04:09 In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz. In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz. false full 6 4 00dc8283-1f5b-4c1f-9506-a207ac69fbb1 Sun, 1 Jun 2025 05:35:25 +0000 Nickey, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-return-to-nickys-bar-and-grill-aG79qpmP A Return to Nicky’s Bar and Grill Nickey, Terry Smith 01:10:16 On this episode, Terry and Nicky have a drink and talk all things Randolph-Sheppard with some special guests. On this episode, Terry and Nicky have a drink and talk all things Randolph-Sheppard with some special guests. randolph sheppard, blind false full 5 4 9ba82095-ae32-4d76-835c-3424270b8587 Mon, 5 May 2025 23:00:55 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-tennessee-near-miss-ObztsVbZ The Tennessee Near Miss Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 01:00:15 In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite special guests from Tennessee to discuss legislation that threatened the priority in that state. In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite special guests from Tennessee to discuss legislation that threatened the priority in that state. false full 4 4 3d656e1c-39d1-4cb9-b94b-f52b6d335db1 Wed, 2 Apr 2025 02:12:34 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/april-2025-blitz-all-the-news-that-is-the-news-vTARDVU0 April 2025 Blitz: All the news that is the news Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 01:01:53 In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz false full 3 4 859534ea-d3ab-4e0c-b8a5-3dffcdf4bc8c Sun, 2 Feb 2025 03:33:30 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-lot-happening-in-dc-9sWCoajG A Lot Happening in DC Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:56:08 In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss everything going on in DC as it relates to Randolph-Sheppard. And it’s a lot In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss everything going on in DC as it relates to Randolph-Sheppard. And it’s a lot false full 2 4 7230d45d-b29e-402f-b1cd-f6f3bbd10254 Wed, 1 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000 We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/january-2025-blitz-9FGsSF_h January 2025 Blitz We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast 00:57:06 In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz false full 1 4 29137ea3-7fe4-4544-bab9-1494e1f6352f Sun, 1 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/what-would-jennings-randolph-say-S3A3lMsr What would Jennings Randolph Say? Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:44:35 In this episode, Nicky and Terry use artificial intelligence to go back in time and interview Senator Jennings Randolph who sponsored the original Randolph-Sheppard Act in 1936. What would he think about the program today? Well, you will find out. In this episode, Nicky and Terry use artificial intelligence to go back in time and interview Senator Jennings Randolph who sponsored the original Randolph-Sheppard Act in 1936. What would he think about the program today? Well, you will find out. false full 12 3 081187a6-da24-4ec4-b653-3f9155d5abdd Sun, 3 Nov 2024 22:08:59 +0000 Jim Hemmen, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/food-trucks-are-hare-sEgT8t_J Food Trucks Are Hare Jim Hemmen, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:47:21 In this episode, Terry and Nicky talk with Washington BEP Director about Jim Hemmen about that state’s first mobile vending facility. In this episode, Terry and Nicky talk with Washington BEP Director about Jim Hemmen about that state’s first mobile vending facility. false full 11 3 4bf84823-7544-401f-a18e-f3551be1df75 Tue, 1 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-blitz-october-2024-Gv8MUD4L The Blitz October 2024 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 01:00:50 In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz false full 10 3 d0a83516-77c3-44f4-9dd9-16fc69b709f4 Sun, 1 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Stephen Shapiro, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-planted-foot-lN_j4v3W The Planted Foot Stephen Shapiro, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:40:41 This month Nicky and Terry welcome Stephen Shapiro, author of “Pivotal: Creating Stability in an UncertainWorld.” Learn how the planted foot helps you pivot in your business. This month Nicky and Terry welcome Stephen Shapiro, author of “Pivotal: Creating Stability in an UncertainWorld.” Learn how the planted foot helps you pivot in your business. false full 9 3 8a461a63-063a-48ad-a776-adaf9c2713af Fri, 2 Aug 2024 03:23:04 +0000 Matt Bisenius, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/nama-now-what-the-national-automatic-merchandising-association-is-working-on-6N4ff7Tu NAMA Now: What The National Automatic Merchandising Association Is Working On Matt Bisenius, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:46:47 In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome Matt Bisenius from NAMA’s Government Affairs Office to discuss legislative issues facing the convenience services industry. In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome Matt Bisenius from NAMA’s Government Affairs Office to discuss legislative issues facing the convenience services industry. false full 8 3 046ac6a1-d536-418a-9e82-d0cebe0e7c5f Thu, 4 Jul 2024 21:31:50 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-blitz-july-2024-LzaNUx5N The Blitz, July 2024 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:51:14 In this episode, Nicky and Terry share all of the news that is the news when it comes to Randolph-Sheppard. Hear about the latest victories and setbacks, the Supreme Court decision that could impact blind entrepreneurs, industry trends, and more. In this episode, Nicky and Terry share all of the news that is the news when it comes to Randolph-Sheppard. Hear about the latest victories and setbacks, the Supreme Court decision that could impact blind entrepreneurs, industry trends, and more. false full 7 3 53d399bb-9d43-4bde-bb17-59d1f07694ff Sun, 2 Jun 2024 20:14:00 +0000 Jimmy Newson, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/business-strategies-for-blind-entrepreneurs-H_M0FVCc Business Strategies for Blind Entrepreneurs Jimmy Newson, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:48:32 On this episode listeners will hear from Jimmy Newson, Founder and CEO of Moving Forward Small Business. Jimmy was one of the featured speakers at NABM’s BLAST Innovation 24 earlier this year in Orlando and received great reviews. Jimmy discusses the importance of planning for small businesses. On this episode listeners will hear from Jimmy Newson, Founder and CEO of Moving Forward Small Business. Jimmy was one of the featured speakers at NABM’s BLAST Innovation 24 earlier this year in Orlando and received great reviews. Jimmy discusses the importance of planning for small businesses. false full 6 3 84016423-5958-43b9-bdeb-fce5d634be95 Wed, 8 May 2024 11:12:46 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-creative-transition-program-G3goilJx A Creative Transition Program Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:36:11 In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss the new RSA guidance on initial stocks and supplies. Plus, you will hear from some high school kids participating in a unique vending training program at the Tennessee School for the Blind. In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss the new RSA guidance on initial stocks and supplies. Plus, you will hear from some high school kids participating in a unique vending training program at the Tennessee School for the Blind. false full 5 3 96df0f63-641e-4b09-91ca-5bd3c81069b9 Mon, 1 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-april-2024-blitz-bkHNH9ix The April 2024 Blitz Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 01:01:46 This episode focuses on news related to Randolph Sheppard from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings. This episode focuses on news related to Randolph Sheppard from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings. false full 4 3 68baecc0-e777-46fc-8ad0-bdc7e763cb6e Wed, 13 Mar 2024 01:39:14 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/innovation-is-the-future-foMRv2l5 Innovation Is the Future Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:43:13 In this episode, Nicky and Terry recap NABM’s Innovation Conference, and listeners will hear from some of the terrific presenters. In this episode, Nicky and Terry recap NABM’s Innovation Conference, and listeners will hear from some of the terrific presenters. false full 3 3 45411b82-095b-4cbd-b2e7-344eeb01afcd Sun, 4 Feb 2024 15:04:06 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/just-talking-all-things-randolph-sheppard-tPGFxk_n Just Talking All Things Randolph-Sheppard Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:47:32 This month, you can eavesdrop on a conversation between Terry and Nicky as they discuss everything Randolph-Sheppard. " This month, you can eavesdrop on a conversation between Terry and Nicky as they discuss everything Randolph-Sheppard. " false full 2 3 ea1649a1-835d-438e-a7c7-036ff83f5c99 Mon, 1 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-january-2024-blitz-y0bEjYV_ The January 2024 Blitz Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:41:53 This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings. This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings. false full 1 3 5ec7ad88-a1cc-4d75-8ce5-643eb7d93cf0 Fri, 8 Dec 2023 12:40:15 +0000 Attorney Lauren McLarney, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/examining-the-military-exchanges-and-randolph-sheppard-i1S2Y4G2 Examining the Military Exchanges and Randolph-Sheppard Attorney Lauren McLarney, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:39:11 In this episode, Attorney Lauren McLarney joins Terry and Nicky to discuss legal strategies in dealing with the conflict between military exchanges and Randolph-Sheppard. " In this episode, Attorney Lauren McLarney joins Terry and Nicky to discuss legal strategies in dealing with the conflict between military exchanges and Randolph-Sheppard. " false full 11 2 d7394902-5350-4a59-9aa2-3456f1ff6ec8 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 01:22:17 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/building-collaboration-to-build-a-better-program-FC5Pjwtw Building Collaboration to Build a Better Program Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:38:22 This month Nicky is mad as Hell but puts that behind him and he and Terry discuss building collaboration with RSA. This month Nicky is mad as Hell but puts that behind him and he and Terry discuss building collaboration with RSA. false full 10 2 a3f0c701-e20e-4269-8e1b-9bef23ef5478 Sun, 1 Oct 2023 05:00:00 +0000 We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-october-2023-blitz-ROOLePpO The October 2023 Blitz We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast 01:07:19 This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings. This episode focuses on Randolph Sheppard related news from across the country. You will hear all the latest happenings. false full 9 2 445d2eff-04d4-4f5c-bcac-53dd5d99c4f9 Fri, 1 Sep 2023 05:00:00 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/nicky-and-terry-unplugged-5Ji3fS6O Nicky and Terry Unplugged Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:48:43 This month, Nicky and Terry do the show with no guests and discuss everything from their football picks to the dangers on the horizon for Randolph Sheppard. This month, Nicky and Terry do the show with no guests and discuss everything from their football picks to the dangers on the horizon for Randolph Sheppard. false full 8 2 e4f9df5d-0718-4670-b08d-2f5664a9f06f Tue, 1 Aug 2023 05:00:00 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/vending-asset-management-a-deeper-dive-wVuSDF5_ Vending Asset Management: A Deeper Dive Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:52:38 In this session, Terry and Nicky take a closer look at National Vending's Asset Management Program. Is this an idea whose time has come? " In this session, Terry and Nicky take a closer look at National Vending's Asset Management Program. Is this an idea whose time has come? " false full 7 2 e9c261ce-e326-446f-8d06-161eca29aac8 Sat, 1 Jul 2023 13:12:28 +0000 Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-blitz-is-back-mA5FBLmH The Blitz is Back Terry Smith 00:59:25 The Blitz returns as part of the We R Randolph Sheppard Podcast. Catch up on the latest news and happenings from around the country. The Blitz returns as part of the We R Randolph Sheppard Podcast. Catch up on the latest news and happenings from around the country. false full 6 2 eb3aefd9-588c-451a-ad2b-5ca9cff850b6 Tue, 6 Jun 2023 01:50:01 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/blind-entrepreneurs-invade-atlanta-for-nama-9Z0AmMYA Blind Entrepreneurs Invade Atlanta for NAMA Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 01:10:12 In May, over 160 Randolph-Sheppard stakeholders attended the NAMA Show in Atlanta. Listeners will learn about the new and exciting things in the industry. In May, over 160 Randolph-Sheppard stakeholders attended the NAMA Show in Atlanta. Listeners will learn about the new and exciting things in the industry. nama, blind false full 5 2 08a710c2-1323-452c-8b37-49c8c189a31e Fri, 5 May 2023 00:56:29 +0000 Terry Smith, Jesse Hartle, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/what-does-it-take-to-be-an-effective-sla-VXulA_fE What Does It Take to Be an Effective SLA? Terry Smith, Jesse Hartle, Nicky Gacos 00:56:14 This month, Terry and Nicky and special guest Jesse Hartle discuss what it takes in today’s environment to be an effective SLA. And at long last, Terry reveals the Top 10 SLAs based on the scorecard developed by NABM. This month, Terry and Nicky and special guest Jesse Hartle discuss what it takes in today’s environment to be an effective SLA. And at long last, Terry reveals the Top 10 SLAs based on the scorecard developed by NABM. false full 4 2 68b52895-df39-43c8-bc83-33da31a4d032 Sat, 1 Apr 2023 05:00:00 +0000 Jesse Hartle, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/jesse-hartle-unplugged-5psnhcBA Jesse Hartle Unplugged Jesse Hartle, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:55:50 What do Randolph-Sheppard and Disney have in common? What can swamp land in Florida tell us about the future for blind entrepreneurs? Jesse Hartle has the answers. Tune in and get to know a different side of Jesse in his candid conversation with Nicky and Terry. What do Randolph-Sheppard and Disney have in common? What can swamp land in Florida tell us about the future for blind entrepreneurs? Jesse Hartle has the answers. Tune in and get to know a different side of Jesse in his candid conversation with Nicky and Terry. false full 3 2 69d68f26-466d-4bcd-b35a-c6927836165a Wed, 1 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000 Dee Jones, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/welcome-home-dee-jones-ftJN7dSC Welcome Home Dee Jones Dee Jones, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 01:07:42 This week's special guest Dee Jones shares some of her life’s stories and gets a little philosophical. This week's special guest Dee Jones shares some of her life’s stories and gets a little philosophical. false full 2 2 de3c1d80-26f7-42e6-b2cf-6088750e4b56 Wed, 1 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000 Steve Closser, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/micromarkets-fact-and-fiction-WAO7gz8C Micromarkets - Fact and Fiction Steve Closser, Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:48:57 In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite a special guest and national expert Steve Closser to the show and dive deep into Micromarkets and the potential they have for blind entrepreneurs. In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite a special guest and national expert Steve Closser to the show and dive deep into Micromarkets and the potential they have for blind entrepreneurs. false full 1 2 1beacb73-9cbe-4953-95c5-156abf8598a8 Wed, 7 Dec 2022 13:41:22 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/merry-christmas-randolph-sheppard-Zr59t7LK Merry Christmas Randolph Sheppard Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:56:37 If Randolph-Sheppard could get one thing from Santa this Christmas, what would that gift be? Nicky and Terry will share their Christmas wishes for the Program, as will many other blind entrepreneurs. Background music via https://www.FesliyanStudios.com If Randolph-Sheppard could get one thing from Santa this Christmas, what would that gift be? Nicky and Terry will share their Christmas wishes for the Program, as will many other blind entrepreneurs. Background music via https://www.FesliyanStudios.com false full 11 1 bbaedde4-dc9e-4634-bf6d-c018f486a4e0 Tue, 1 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000 We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/more-visitors-to-nickys-bar-grill-qX39hSOx More Visitors to Nicky’s Bar & Grill. We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast 01:10:20 In this episode, 3 state agency guys drop by Nicky’s Bar & Grill to talk about the future of the Randolph Sheppard Program. In this episode, 3 state agency guys drop by Nicky’s Bar & Grill to talk about the future of the Randolph Sheppard Program. false full 10 1 2e80d074-39f6-41f2-9936-c1ebd0140378 Sat, 1 Oct 2022 17:12:55 +0000 Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/lets-drink-to-the-future-of-randolph-sheppard-fwTCEd52 Let’s Drink to the Future of Randolph Sheppard Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:55:13 In this episode, Terry and Nicky meet 3 special friends at Nicky’s Bar & Grill and talk about what the future holds for blind entrepreneurship in this country. In this episode, Terry and Nicky meet 3 special friends at Nicky’s Bar & Grill and talk about what the future holds for blind entrepreneurship in this country. false full 9 1 6105d473-2b17-4b1b-8d31-6ab0fc06d5f6 Thu, 1 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000 We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-second-look-at-nominees-YaW5lDaZ A Second Look at Nominees We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast 01:03:08 Nicky and Terry continue to explore the nominee concept with special guests Ray Hopkins and Jimmy Cunningham. Listeners will hear the perspective of Virginia’s former agency director and current Committee Chair. Nicky and Terry continue to explore the nominee concept with special guests Ray Hopkins and Jimmy Cunningham. Listeners will hear the perspective of Virginia’s former agency director and current Committee Chair. false full 8 1 07d6b0fe-1a13-4462-af0c-c1804277698c Mon, 1 Aug 2022 05:00:00 +0000 Chant Connock, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-look-at-the-nominee-agency-concept-cwd9ePA9 A Look at the Nominee Agency Concept Chant Connock, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:51:40 Could nominee agencies be the key to the future of Randolph Sheppard? This month Nicky and Terry explore the advantages of contracting out the day-to-day management of a state business enterprises program. They welcome special guest Chant Connock, the head of the Virginia nominee. Could nominee agencies be the key to the future of Randolph Sheppard? This month Nicky and Terry explore the advantages of contracting out the day-to-day management of a state business enterprises program. They welcome special guest Chant Connock, the head of the Virginia nominee. false full 7 1 39fbd549-af21-4e47-8dc8-ec8bc7a529e7 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:02:09 +0000 Reed Barton, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/inflationary-pressures-on-blind-entrepreneurs-qLSXXPwC Inflationary Pressures on Blind Entrepreneurs Reed Barton, Nicky Gacos, Terry Smith 00:51:58 In this month’s episode, Nicky and Terri explore the inflationary pressures and supply chain issues that blind entrepreneurs are experiencing. They welcome special guest Reed Barton from Sodexo to share his insights on these important topics. You may also learn some things about the two hosts that you probably did not know. In this month’s episode, Nicky and Terri explore the inflationary pressures and supply chain issues that blind entrepreneurs are experiencing. They welcome special guest Reed Barton from Sodexo to share his insights on these important topics. You may also learn some things about the two hosts that you probably did not know. false full 6 1 d141f8c4-6f37-4300-806c-d5fd057efeb4 Sat, 4 Jun 2022 15:17:10 +0000 Terry Smith, Andy Freeman, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/legal-issues-discussed-rlbASek_ Legal Issues Discussed Terry Smith, Andy Freeman, Nicky Gacos 00:40:53 In Episode #5, Terry and Nicky discuss legal issues surrounding the Randolph Sheppard Program. They welcome renowned attorney Andy Freeman as their special guest. In Episode #5, Terry and Nicky discuss legal issues surrounding the Randolph Sheppard Program. They welcome renowned attorney Andy Freeman as their special guest. false full 5 1 88749934-1beb-4044-809f-56f4bfada6a7 Sun, 1 May 2022 05:00:00 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/2022nama-VEsBdTpM The 2022 NAMA Show Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos 00:50:23 In Episode 4 Terry and Nicky talk about their experiences and bring you interviews from the 2022 National Automated Merchandising Association in Chicago. In Episode 4 Terry and Nicky talk about their experiences and bring you interviews from the 2022 National Automated Merchandising Association in Chicago. false full 4 1 2f374243-dc26-4825-ac36-613b7c0257b4 Fri, 1 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0000 We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-look-at-the-kennelly-amendments-U3RCZ7tw A Look at the Kennelly Amendments We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast 00:51:02 In this episode, Terry and Nicky look at the history of vending at the interstate rest areas and the impact on the lives of many blind entrepreneurs. In this episode, Terry and Nicky look at the history of vending at the interstate rest areas and the impact on the lives of many blind entrepreneurs. false full 3 1 391a20a7-d126-4cfb-9013-1b87582b257b Tue, 1 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000 We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/looking-back-to-1974-part-2-NB4RAo4m Looking Back to 1974 - Part 2 We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast 00:48:23 In this episode, we hear from the iconic Jim Gashel and look back at the passage of the 1974 Amendments to the Randolph-Sheppard Act. In this episode, we hear from the iconic Jim Gashel and look back at the passage of the 1974 Amendments to the Randolph-Sheppard Act. false full 2 1 bb71fab5-97fa-4fb6-ab04-d814e56ac2f9 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 03:14:06 +0000 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos, Jim Gashel https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/looking-back-to-1974-part-1-t6DxqCK_ Looking Back to 1974 - Part 1 Terry Smith, Nicky Gacos, Jim Gashel 00:35:54 In this episode we hear from the iconic Jim Gashel and look back at the passage of the 1974 Amendments to the Randolph-Sheppard Act. In this episode we hear from the iconic Jim Gashel and look back at the passage of the 1974 Amendments to the Randolph-Sheppard Act. false full 1 1