The Ty Brady Way

From Detective to Full-Time Artist: How He Rebuilt His Dream at 40 with Tim Packer

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Tim Packer, a celebrated Canadian artist, former police detective, and creative business mentor whose story is as unlikely as it is inspiring. From the time Tim was 12 years old, he knew he wanted to be an artist. He took commercial art in high school, studied graphic design in college, and was so eager to get started that he was sitting in a college classroom at 17. But after two years of entry-level jobs in the industry that left him feeling like he just didn’t have what it took, Tim did something that would define the next two decades of his life. He joined the Toronto Police Force, where he spent 18 years, eventually working as a fraud detective in the commercial crime unit investigating cases over two million dollars.

Ty and Tim dig deep into the moment that changed everything, a single article Tim read featuring Canadian artist Harley Brown, who made a bold claim that talent isn’t something you’re born with, it’s something you build. Tim didn’t fully believe it at first, but he made a deal with himself to act as though he did for one year. He committed to painting three times a week, stopped avoiding the things he wasn’t good at, and started attacking his weaknesses like a detective working a case. By the end of that year, the results were undeniable. Within three years, the conversation with his wife had shifted from if he would leave the police force to paint full-time, to when. In 2000, he cashed in his pension and never looked back.

But the first five years were anything but a highlight reel. Tim opens up about the struggle of figuring out not just the art, but the business of art, and how every few months he was convinced the conversation about putting the suit back on was right around the corner. It wasn’t until year five that he found his voice and things truly took off, culminating in a gallery opening in Toronto in 2015 that looked like something out of a movie, with people lined up at the door, red dots going up on every painting, and Tim realizing he was on track to make over a quarter million dollars that year from his art alone. And in that moment of success, what hit him wasn’t pride. It was responsibility.

That responsibility led Tim to start his YouTube channel, sharing everything he’d learned with artists who were struggling the way he once had. Then in 2020, after a pair of near-death experiences with a thyroid condition left him lying on a gurney with his wife by his side, Tim came away with one nagging regret. He’d been playing it safe with his teaching. He launched the Tim Packer Art Academy, which has since helped over 10,000 artists, and recently released his book, You Can Sell Your Art, with one clear mission: helping artists make a living doing what they love.

Ty and Tim also get into the power of the word yet, the danger of comparing your chapter one to someone else’s chapter thirty, the myth that doing what you love means you’ll never work a day in your life, and why being an artist and being an entrepreneur are exactly the same thing. Tim’s message is clear and it hits hard: talent is not a gift you either have or you don’t. It is the sum total of your skills, knowledge, experience, and creativity, and every single one of those things can be developed, earned, and grown without a ceiling.

If you’ve ever talked yourself out of a dream because you didn’t think you were good enough, this episode is exactly what you need to hear.

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How to Start a Business Without Quitting Your Job with Greg Mohr

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Greg Mohr, franchise consultant, Founder of Franchise Maven, and two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Greg has spent 12 years guiding over 260 entrepreneurs through the franchise evaluation process, helping them open more than 500 successful territories, and he does it all working just 10 to 15 hours a week.

Ty and Greg bust one of the biggest myths in franchising right out of the gate: that it’s only for people with deep pockets looking to open a McDonald’s or Chick-fil-A. Greg breaks down how franchising stretches across nearly every industry imaginable, from electrical services and senior care to crime scene cleanup, with many opportunities requiring as little as $20,000 down and manageable part-time hours. He also shares his signature 10-Operator Rule, a simple framework that takes 10 hours, costs nothing, and eliminates 60% of bad franchise opportunities before you risk a dime.

Greg’s core message is one Ty connects with deeply: build for alignment, not just income potential. The right franchise that plays to your natural strengths will outperform a bigger investment that doesn’t fit you every single time. If you’ve ever wondered whether owning a business is actually within reach, this episode is for you.

Pick up Greg’s book, Real Freedom: Why Franchises Are Worth Considering and How They Can Be Used for Building Wealth, and connect with him at franchisemaven.com or greg@franchisemaven.com.

 

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Personal Branding for Sales Growth: Insights with Brian Greenberg

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Brian Greenberg, founder of Quoteplicity and best-selling author of The Salesman Who Doesn't Sell, to talk about how he cracked the code on selling life insurance without the grind. Brian shares his journey from fresh out of college with an entrepreneurship degree to becoming a million-dollar producer for ten straight years, all by figuring out how to let the internet do the heavy lifting. He opens up about his early days at MetLife doing direct mail for mortgage protection, knocking on doors, and trying to convince people to buy something they didn't think they needed, until he realized there had to be a better way.

Brian takes you through the moment everything changed when a client's brother died without life insurance and the family called him immediately, ready to buy. That's when he knew he wanted more customers like that, people who were already looking for life insurance instead of him having to sell them on it. So he built True Blue Life Insurance, a website where people could run their own quotes, read through FAQs, and request to talk to an agent only when they were ready. He talks about spending a million bucks on software, mastering SEO to rank on the first page of Google for a decade, and eventually getting 50 application requests a day from people who were basically pre-sold.

You'll hear about the systems he built to make the sales process so smooth that his agents just had to not screw it up, how he sold the website for a nice price a few years back, and why he started Quoteplicity to give other agents the same tools he used. Brian also dives into the role of AI in insurance sales, why agents aren't going anywhere, and the importance of building your personal brand online with a solid website, great reviews, and a social media presence that sells for you 24/7. His advice is simple: take your reputation seriously, don't go cheap on your website, and put in the work to attract a constant stream of leads, whether that's through SEO, social media, or good old-fashioned referrals.

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The Power of Daily Discipline Most Men Overthink and Never Start

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Chris Avery, a faith-first performance coach who's been running every single day for over 1,400 days straight, and in 2027, he's planning to run 50k a day around the entire perimeter of America. Chris opens up about his journey from 17 years of addiction to drugs, alcohol, and pornography to finding God, meeting his wife, and discovering that running wasn't just about miles, it was about proving to himself and others that we're capable of way more than we think.

Chris takes you through the moment that changed everything, when he said yes to running his wife's last marathon with zero training just to be a good teammate, and how crossing that finish line unlocked something deeper, a spiritual connection and a new understanding of what it means to push past limiting beliefs. He talks about starting small with just one mile a day, building up to 17 miles a day now, and how the hardest days, like running 14 miles at 11:59 PM the night his son was born, became the ones that built the most purpose.

You'll hear about how Chris coaches men to stop thinking their way out of problems and start acting their way out, breaking down big goals into five-minute actions so small they almost seem stupid not to do. He shares his vision for the next 10 to 15 years, building a brotherhood of business owners, buying up real estate to create communities where men can support each other, mentor each other, and build businesses without the golden handcuffs of a salary. Chris wraps it up with his favorite Michelangelo quote about chipping away the marble that isn't you, reminding us that we're not lazy, we're just out of alignment, and the key is understanding who we are and getting into action as fast as possible.

If you're looking for a conversation about faith, discipline, fatherhood, and what it really takes to become the leader God is calling you to be, this episode is it.

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Healing Goes Viral- Kathryn Krick’s Faith Journey - Relaunched

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by Kathryn Krick, a pastor, author, and founder of Five-Fold Church. Throughout this episode, Kathryn shares her powerful journey from pursuing a career in acting and music to stepping into full-time ministry. Leaving behind her dreams in Los Angeles, she followed an unexpected calling from God, despite a fear of public speaking and many early challenges, including preaching to only a few people in extreme heat during the pandemic.

Kathryn highlights how obedience and perseverance, despite slow growth and setbacks, eventually led to a breakthrough. A 59-second video she posted showcasing God’s power sparked a global response, with viewers reporting healing from COVID, anxiety, physical pain, and more. Kathryn emphasizes that staying faithful to God’s promptings, even when results are unseen, opens the door for miracles and transformation.

Now leading a thriving international ministry, Kathryn shares insights from her new book, Unlock Your Deliverance, which offers practical steps to spiritual freedom. She encourages listeners that healing and abundant life are available to all who seek God with their whole heart, and ends the episode by praying for freedom and healing through the screen.

 

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On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by Kathryn Krick, a pastor, author, and founder of Five-Fold Church. Throughout this episode, Kathryn shares her powerful journey from pursuing a career in acting and music to stepping into full-time ministry. Leaving behind her dreams in Los Angeles, she followed an unexpected calling from God, despite a fear of public speaking and many early challenges, including preaching to only a few people in extreme heat during the pandemic.

Kathryn highlights how obedience and perseverance, despite slow growth and setbacks, eventually led to a breakthrough. A 59-second video she posted showcasing God’s power sparked a global response, with viewers reporting healing from COVID, anxiety, physical pain, and more. Kathryn emphasizes that staying faithful to God’s promptings, even when results are unseen, opens the door for miracles and transformation.

Now leading a thriving international ministry, Kathryn shares insights from her new book, Unlock Your Deliverance, which offers practical steps to spiritual freedom. She encourages listeners that healing and abundant life are available to all who seek God with their whole heart, and ends the episode by praying for freedom and healing through the screen.

 

For more information and to keep up with Kathryn, make sure to follow her here;

Youtube; https://www.youtube.com/@ApostleKathrynKrick

Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/apostlekathrynkrick

Instagram; @ApostleKathrynKrick

TikTok; @ApostleKathrynK

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The Truth About Georgia Schools, According to Dr. Melva Lee

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Dr. Melva Lee, a former Republican candidate for Georgia Superintendent of Schools and Governor Kemp-appointed board member to the Department of Community Health. Dr. Lee is the founder and CEO of a Medical Interpreting Trade School, and her story is one of service, faith, and stepping forward when called, even when the outcome feels uncertain.

Dr. Lee brings over 30 years of healthcare experience to the conversation. Ty and Dr. Lee dig into her path from being told by her dad in fifth grade that she'd be a doctor (because of her terrible handwriting) to earning three degrees in healthcare administration. She shares how she spotted a gap in qualified medical interpreters at Grady Health System and built a solution from scratch, training bilingual individuals to become certified professionals. That experience opened her eyes to the power of vocational education and workforce readiness, which became the foundation of her campaign platform.

The conversation gets real about Georgia's education crisis. Dr. Lee breaks down the numbers: Georgia dropped to 38th out of 50 states, 70% of fourth graders can't read proficiently, and 76% of eighth graders are failing math. All of this happened under the current superintendent's 11-year tenure. She explains why literacy is the foundation of everything, how Mississippi went from dead last to top 10 by going back to phonics and the basics, and why every high school student should graduate with a trade certification.

Ty opens up about his own experience with dyslexia, how he learned to sight read, and why his daughter's auto body classes at a vocational school give him hope for the future. They talk about the reality of running against an incumbent with 11 years of name recognition, the cost of campaigns, and why term limits matter at every level of government. Dr. Lee shares her belief that when you see a problem, you should be part of the solution, not just complain about it.

You'll hear about the sobering fact that prisons are built based on third-grade literacy rates, why workforce-ready graduates matter more than ever, and how Dr. Lee planned to expand school choice and bring back the fundamentals that actually work. She also talks about her previous run for state senate, how every race is a learning experience, and why she's committed to fighting for Georgia's kids instead of just coasting on a title.

Dr. Lee's work focuses on bridging communication in healthcare and empowering others to lead with purpose. Her professional story is rooted in service, faith, and the conviction to step forward when called. She's built organizations from the ground up and advocates for solutions that put people first, guided by faith, family, and values.

If you want to learn more about Dr. Lee's work, visit her website at drnelvalee.com to check out her books and learn about her mission. This episode is a reminder that leadership matters, experience counts, and sometimes the best candidates are the ones who've actually solved problems in the real world.

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Scaling a Creative Business with Tyler Volson

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty welcomes filmmaker and firefighter Tyler Volson, who shares his remarkable journey from firefighting shifts to building a thriving videography business. What began with documenting homes and weddings quickly expanded into filming outdoor expeditions across the globe before Tyler found his true niche in youth sports.

Tyler talks about how sports videography has transformed his career by helping athletes showcase their talents to recruiters while giving parents the chance to simply enjoy the game. He opens up about the early days of offering free shoots to build his portfolio, the lessons learned from pricing creative work, and the challenge of balancing passion with profitability.

Ty and Tyler also discuss what it takes to scale a creative business, from trusting others behind the camera to building a production team that can grow with demand. With highlights that have reached millions of viewers online, Tyler’s story demonstrates how persistence, networking, and a willingness to take risks can turn creativity into lasting opportunity.

 

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Rodeo, Business & Mentorship: How Ryan Dalley Built His Success

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by Ryan Dalley as he shares his journey from playing baseball and taking up bull riding on a dare, to eventually transitioning into the electrical trade. Ryan explains how, after a serious rodeo injury, he shifted focus, starting his own electrical company specializing in federal jobs. Despite challenges in growing the business, Ryan’s persistence paid off, and now he’s considering an exit strategy to pursue new passions like Medicare.

Both Ryan and Ty Brady reflect on the importance of coaching youth sports, highlighting the rewarding experience of watching kids develop both skills and character. They discuss the patience required to teach different types of learners and how coaching goes beyond the game, shaping future leaders. Ty and Ryan reflect on how the bond between coaches and players often feels like family due to the significant time and effort invested.

Throughout the conversation, Ryan emphasizes the value of community, whether it’s the tight-knit rodeo world or the supportive environment of team sports. He also shares the realities of entrepreneurship, balancing freedom and responsibility while planning for the next chapter in life. The episode beautifully blends stories of grit, growth, and the impact of mentorship.

 

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The Hidden Reason Your Business Is Draining You and How to Fix It Before You Burn Out with Alexander Concepcion

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Alexander Concepcion, an Austin-based entrepreneur who turned a side gig into an eight-year business success story. Alexander opens up about his unconventional path from finance and economics degrees to finding his calling in apartment locating, a niche in real estate that most people have never heard of but that's given him the freedom to live life on his own terms.

Alexander shares the raw truth about his early struggles, from getting rejected at every corporate interview to asking his dad for rent money at 27 years old with two college degrees. You'll hear how he went from broke and desperate to making $10,000 a month within nine months, all while building the systems and processes that would eventually let him go independent. He talks about the turning point when he realized he was paying 40% of his income to an agency when he'd already figured out how to generate 80% of his own leads.

The conversation dives deep into what Alexander calls "return on energy," his framework for building a business that doesn't burn you out. He explains how he survived and thrived during COVID while watching other businesses crash around him, the twin realizations that some of his success was luck and some was preparation, and why he believes businesses don't fail, they're just abandoned when we stop putting energy into them.

Ty and Alexander explore the practical side of entrepreneurship, from using Craigslist ads and virtual assistants to scale marketing efforts to the seasonal cycles of the rental market where summer heats up and winter cools down. Alexander breaks down his income range from zero-dollar months to $40,000-$50,000 months and explains why he focuses on high return on energy rather than just chasing bigger numbers.

You'll also hear about Alexander's book Survival First, which came out of four years of asking himself why his business thrived when so many others didn't. His message is clear: we don't control the external world, but we control how we adapt to it, and the most important resource in business isn't money or time, it's our own human energy. If you're an entrepreneur feeling burnt out or wondering how to build something sustainable, this episode is for you.

Connect with Alexander:

• Book: Survival First - Available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, and Audible (narrated by Alexander himself)
• Website: survivalfirstbook.com
• Instagram: @alexander_themagnificent

 

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The Spiritual Reason California Is Falling Apart (And Why Politics Isn’t the Real Issue)

On this episode, Ty sits down with Pastor Ché, a Korean immigrant and 46-year veteran pastor running for California Governor. Pastor Ché shares the moment God called him to run on April 28th, his immediate response of "God, please not this, it is impossible," and the miraculous White House invitation that came just five hours after he asked for confirmation.

You'll hear his incredible story, from growing up as the son of a North Korean pastor imprisoned under communism to his own battle with drug addiction at 17. He shares the supernatural moment at a Deep Purple concert in 1973 when he encountered Jesus, walked out before the main act, and was instantly delivered from addiction. That was 52 years ago.

Pastor Ché breaks down California's crisis points: Proposition 1 codifying abortion through the ninth month, transgender sanctuary state policies, teen suicide now the number one killer of youth ages 10 to 18, $5 billion spent on homelessness with $2.5 billion unaccounted for, the bullet train to nowhere that's burned through nearly $100 billion with not one foot of track laid, and defunded police departments.

He lays out his vision for common-sense solutions: DOGE-style audits of every department, fully funding law enforcement, balanced environmental policies, and calling for a statewide day of prayer and fasting on day one. He's the only person of color running in a state where over 50% are people of color, has zero political background but 46 years of proven integrity, and brings a spiritual dimension focused on revival.

Ty and Pastor Ché find common ground in running for office after receiving divine impressions and believing voters need to look beyond party affiliation to character and values. Pastor Ché's message is clear: California's problems are fundamentally spiritual, and it's going to take more than policy changes to bring restoration.

Visit che4ca.com to support his campaign. Anyone in all 50 states can contribute. Most importantly, he asks for your prayers for California.

 

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