In this episode of The Shift, Luke sits down with longtime friend and musician Nat Frederick to talk about what it really takes to turn passion into a lifelong career. From middle school memories and college bar gigs to building a 20-year journey in music, Nat shares how he stayed the course when most people would’ve quit—and why proving others wrong started with simply saying, “watch me.”

They dive into the highs and lows of the road, from charting on iTunes to nearly walking away from it all, and how songwriting became his way of processing life’s hardest moments. This is a raw conversation about authenticity, resilience, and choosing a path that aligns with who you truly are—even when it’s the harder road.

From homelessness in Brooklyn to incredible success in real estate, Ray Glymph’s journey is built on determination and hard work. In this episode of The Shift, host Luke Nestler sits down with Ray to talk about the defining moments that shaped his path, from sleeping in shelters as a kid to building a real estate portfolio that created freedom for his family.

Ray shares how early hustles, the nightlife business, and a $25,000 Craigslist property sparked his entry into real estate and ultimately transformed his life. Along the way, the conversation dives into resilience, entrepreneurship, and the mindset required to keep pushing forward when things get hard.

They also explore fatherhood, legacy, and Ray’s mission to give back through affordable housing for veterans, people with disabilities, and low-income families. It’s a powerful conversation about perseverance, purpose, and the moments that force us to make The Shift.

In this episode of The Shift, host Luke Nesler sits down with Cody Thrasher, chef and owner of Cody's Restaurant in Bridgeport, WV, for a conversation about creativity, risk-taking, and the relentless work it takes to build something meaningful.

Cody shares the unconventional path that led him into the culinary world, from early kitchen experiences and self-taught cooking to launching a food truck and eventually opening his own restaurant. He explains how curiosity and constant learning shaped his approach to food, including the global influences he discovered through travel and the discipline required to turn a passion into a profession.

This episode explores the mindset behind pursuing a career, the lessons learned from starting a business from the ground up, and how persistence and curiosity can turn an idea into a lasting venture. Whether you're interested in food, entrepreneurship, or carving out your own path, Cody shares insights that apply far beyond the kitchen.

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