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The Men’s Issue
Have you ever paused to think about the impact fathers have on their homes and families? The truth is, the role of a father is immeasurable. Fathers shape homes, nurture growth, and provide the foundation upon which children can thrive. And as a dad, the level of impact you choose to have is entirely in your hands.
A father’s gifts are unique and lasting—his strength, his words, his guidance—all create an impact that ripples through generations. Here are just a few of the ways fathers build up their homes:
• A father’s strength can be a steady anchor.
• His words can encourage and inspire.
June 2026
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• A dad’s hugs can provide comfort in difficult times.
• A smile from a dad can instill joy and confidence.
• Time spent with a dad is filled with both fun and productivity.
• A dad’s physicality can challenge and excite.
• His guidance can be life-changing.
• A father’s correction is sometimes life-saving.
• Adventures with a dad create unforgettable memories.
This month, let’s celebrate fathers everywhere. If you have a father or father figure in your life, let them know how much they matter to you. And if you are a dad, thank you. You are an invaluable part of your family, your community, and the world.
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there!
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Redefining the Journey
Fort Worth business men share the internal shifts, hard decisions, and defining moments that shaped their path forward.
Progress rarely arrives in bold, defining moments. More often, it unfolds quietly, through shifting beliefs, hard decisions, and truths we can no longer ignore. The journey from Point A to Point B is less about arrival and more about who we become along the way.
For this year’s Men’s Issue, we asked members of the community to reflect on the internal shifts that shaped their paths.
Though their experiences differ, a common thread emerges: moving forward requires letting go, rethinking what success means, and continuing even when the outcome is uncertain. This is a glimpse into the space where real change happens.
ARTICLE BY BROOKE WADSWORTH | PHOTOGRAPHY BY MACKA PHOTOGRAPHY
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LOOKING BACK, WHAT BELIEF ABOUT YOURSELF QUIETLY SHIFTED BEFORE EVERYTHING ELSE DID?
For years, I believed strength meant self-reliance—that if I worked hard enough and made the right decisions, I could carry the weight of every outcome. Over time, that belief gave way to something quieter but far more powerful: the understanding that I was never meant to do it alone.
HOW HAS YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS EVOLVED FROM WHERE YOU STARTED TO WHERE YOU STAND NOW?
Success is no longer defined by numbers or external milestones. Today, it’s measured by faithfulness—how I lead, how I show up for my family, and how consistently I trust God with both the process and the outcome.
WAS THERE A MOMENT WHEN THE WAY YOU WERE LIVING OR THINKING COULD NO LONGER CARRY YOU FORWARD—AND WHAT REPLACED IT?
There came a point where the pressure of doing it all my way led to loss—financially and personally. That season forced a reset. What replaced it was a daily pursuit of God’s wisdom over my own, trading certainty for trust.
WHAT
DID YOU HAVE TO RELEASE—AN IDENTITY, EXPECTATION, OR HABIT—IN ORDER TO MOVE AHEAD?
I had to release the identity of being the one in control. Letting go of that mindset—and the habits tied to it—created space for discipline, accountability, and a clearer sense of purpose.
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WAS THERE A MOMENT WHEN THE WAY YOU WERE LIVING OR THINKING COULD NO LONGER CARRY YOU FORWARD—AND WHAT REPLACED IT?
After high school, I worked my way into management at a local pool store. I realized that path wasn’t for me, and I started a small pool-cleaning business on the side. The month my wife and I bought our first home, I was given a choice: stay in a stable corporate role or take a risk on something uncertain. I chose to leave. I stopped waiting for opportunity and started creating it.
WHAT DID YOU HAVE TO RELEASE TO MOVE AHEAD?
I had to let go of being “the reliable employee.” That identity came with comfort, but also limits. As a business owner, there’s no safety net. I started each day knowing my success or failure was on me.
WHAT PRINCIPLE GUIDED YOU IN UNCERTAIN SEASONS?
Control what you can control. Early on, I worked out of my home—chemical deliveries on the back porch, trucks in the street. It wasn’t polished, but I focused on consistency: showing up, doing quality work, and taking care of customers. That discipline carried me forward.
HOW HAS YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS EVOLVED?
Early on, success meant stability. Today, it’s about building something meaningful. From a home office to a warehouse, to a two-acre property with a 15,000-square-foot facility—success now means impact, relationships, and creating opportunities for others, while staying aligned with what matters most.
IN SEASONS WHEN THE OUTCOME WAS UNCLEAR, WHAT PRINCIPLE GUIDED YOUR DECISIONS?
In uncertain times, I learned to lean on my faith in God. It reminds me that purpose is revealed through persistence rather than clarity. When I stopped relying solely on my own understanding and trusted His greater plan, I found direction, peace, and the courage to keep moving.
HOW HAS YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS EVOLVED FROM WHERE YOU STARTED TO WHERE YOU STAND NOW?
Early on, success felt like a destination defined by achievement and milestones. Over time, it has become more about growth,
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WHEN MOTIVATION FADED, WHAT PHILOSOPHY REMAINED STEADY ENOUGH TO KEEP YOU MOVING?
When motivation fades, discipline and commitment take its place. I remind myself how far I have come and the intention behind my goals. Reflecting on past victories and the people I care about gives me renewed energy.
HOW HAS YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH FAILURE CHANGED OVER THE COURSE OF YOUR JOURNEY?
I still feel the weight of failure, but I no longer see it as an endpoint. It has become a teacher. Setbacks are temporary and often redirect me toward something greater. Faith gives me perspective, reminding me I am shaped by how I respond.
Tom Bates Glendarroch Homes
IN SEASONS WHEN THE OUTCOME WAS UNCLEAR, WHAT PRINCIPLE GUIDED YOUR DECISIONS?
There’s no substitute for hard work. Even when I might not know what the outcome of a situation will be, I know I have done everything I possibly can, and in the end, it will all work out.
HOW HAS YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS EVOLVED FROM WHERE YOU STARTED TO WHERE YOU STAND NOW?
Early on, success was defined by how many projects we had under construction and our profitability. We were trying to make a name for ourselves in Fort Worth as a home builder, and the more Glendarroch Homes signs we had in front yards, the more successful I felt we were. Seeing all the happy families moving into the homes we have built/ renovated is really what success is.
WHO OR WHAT MOST SHAPED THE WAY YOU THINK TODAY, AND HOW DID THAT INFLUENCE TAKE ROOT?
Athletics played a huge role in who I am today. Playing sports taught me teamwork, commitment, and the importance of failure. We don’t get every job we bid on, but learning from those times and implementing that knowledge has been instrumental to my growth and success.
IF YOU DISTILLED THE THINKING THAT CARRIED YOU FROM POINT A TO POINT B INTO A SINGLE SENTENCE, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Believing in myself. Having the confidence of knowing that I have put the time in, the work, and the effort to be prepared for whatever life is going to send my way.
LOOKING BACK, WHAT BELIEF ABOUT YOURSELF QUIETLY SHIFTED BEFORE EVERYTHING ELSE DID?
For a long time, I believed clarity had to come before movement; that I needed the full recipe before I could begin. What shifted was realizing that clarity often reveals itself in the process. Much like crafting a cocktail, you refine as you go – adjusting, tasting, trusting your instincts. Once I embraced that, everything began to evolve.
HOW HAS YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS EVOLVED FROM WHERE YOU STARTED TO WHERE YOU STAND NOW?
Early on, success was measured in output – numbers, growth, and how much you could produce. Now, it’s about the experience. It’s about how something is crafted, how it’s received, and how long it
stays with someone after the moment has passed. A well-designed experience (like a perfectly balanced cocktail) should feel effortless, but it’s built with care.
WHEN MOTIVATION FADED, WHAT PHILOSOPHY REMAINED STEADY ENOUGH TO KEEP YOU MOVING?
Discipline. Motivation is fleeting, but discipline ensures the doors open, the bar is set, and the standard is met every single time. It’s the quiet, consistent commitment to the craft, even when no one is watching.
WHO OR WHAT MOST SHAPED THE WAY YOU THINK TODAY, AND HOW DID THAT INFLUENCE TAKE ROOT?
Hospitality shaped everything for me. It taught me to anticipate before being asked, to understand that every detail contributes to the overall experience. Whether it’s a drink, a moment, or an entire event, the goal is the same—to create something that feels seamless, elevated, and personal.
LOOKING BACK, WHAT BELIEF ABOUT YOURSELF QUIETLY SHIFTED BEFORE EVERYTHING ELSE DID?
The belief in self-worth. Appreciating everything that makes up my story and how it made me who I am. Being at peace with the life I’ve created, guided by God, has been the belief that shifted everything else.
IN SEASONS WHEN THE OUTCOME WAS UNCLEAR, WHAT PRINCIPLE GUIDED YOUR DECISIONS?
Faith. Above all, faith and the true belief that my path is set for me. I just have to do my part, putting one foot in front of the other.
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WHAT DID YOU HAVE TO RELEASE— AN IDENTITY, EXPECTATION, OR HABIT— IN ORDER TO MOVE AHEAD?
I had to submit to the man upstairs and truly practice my faith in believing it will all work out and be better than I could ever expect. To achieve this, I had to shed my old operating mode, beliefs, and values, which was the best thing ever, but incredibly humbling in personal growth.
WHEN MOTIVATION FADED, WHAT PHILOSOPHY REMAINED STEADY ENOUGH TO KEEP YOU MOVING?
The love and responsibility to lead my family. Family is first, rooted in God, and always my North Star in all my actions.
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IN SEASONS WHEN THE OUTCOME WAS UNCLEAR, WHAT PRINCIPLE GUIDED YOUR DECISIONS?
“Chance favors the prepared mind,” by Louis Pasteur. Opportunities are seized by those who have done the prep work.
WHEN MOTIVATION FADED, WHAT PHILOSOPHY REMAINED STEADY ENOUGH TO KEEP YOU MOVING?
Hard work is the best philosophy when motivation fades. It originates from my time as an athlete: someone else is practicing when you are not. Starting early means before the alarm goes off. I like to have a blueprint for a plan. I don’t care if the blueprint and the plan change, but we cannot change either if we don’t have them.
HOW HAS YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH FAILURE CHANGED OVER THE COURSE OF YOUR JOURNEY?
There are lots of things that scare me: snakes, okra, small planes, cruise ships, and eggplant. But I’ve never been afraid of failure. I was raised by my father, who gave us clear expectations and broad boundaries if those expectations were met. He said there was nothing we could do that would ever disappoint him. With that as a foundation, it was, and is, impossible to have a defining relationship with failure. Part of managing failure is taking calculated risks: it’s a lot easier to fail when you know and protect your downside.
IF YOU DISTILLED THE THINKING THAT CARRIED YOU FROM POINT A TO POINT B INTO A SINGLE SENTENCE, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Prepare, work hard, and treat everyone fairly and with kindness, respect, and dignity.
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IN SEASONS WHEN THE OUTCOME WAS UNCLEAR, WHAT PRINCIPLE GUIDED YOUR DECISIONS?
Commit to the process and do the small things daily. “Overnight success” is usually years of unseen work. When it feels hardest, I take it as a signal to keep going— because that’s often when others quit.
HOW HAS YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS EVOLVED FROM WHERE YOU STARTED TO WHERE YOU STAND NOW?
Success shifted from chasing income to creating impact. It’s about being present, listening well, and using my skills to serve others in a meaningful, lasting way.
WHO OR WHAT MOST SHAPED THE WAY YOU THINK TODAY, AND HOW DID THAT INFLUENCE TAKE ROOT?
My uncle Joe challenged me to never settle and to pursue my full potential. My dad taught me to stay curious and question everything. Together, they shaped how I coach, lead, and run a business.
HOW HAS YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH FAILURE CHANGED OVER THE COURSE OF YOUR JOURNEY?
I still feel fear around failure, but I don’t avoid it. I’ve learned to move toward it— fail faster, learn quicker, and adjust.
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BSG WRAPS OWNER SKIP MADARA REFLECTS ON THE FUN AND UNIQUE CONNECTIONS HE’S MADE THROUGHOUT HIS CAREER.
ARTICLE BY MICHELLE W. PARNELL | PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAIGE ALEXIS PHOTOGRAPHY
Equipped with experience gained at the Art Institute of Philadelphia and a love of classic cars, Skip Madara worked several different jobs before he finally connected with a career that was a perfect melding of two of his favorite things. “I loved doing artwork and I did a lot of drawing, but for so many years cars weren't even part of the equation,” shares Skip. “After I graduated and moved to Texas, I started working for Coors in their art department, eventually doing large format prints. From there, I did large signs for apartment complexes.”
Each job moved Skip forward, building valuable skills and experience, including work with large-format printers that proved key for his next career step. “I took my tax refund one year, and went up to Feller's in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and got training
to do vehicle wraps,” he says. “I came back and trained all my guys, and we started doing it together.”
Since opening BSG Wraps over twenty years ago, business has exploded and Skip has had the opportunity to do things and meet people beyond what he could have imagined. “We've done stuff for Texas Motor Speedway, Lynyrd Skynyrd, George Strait, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Toby Keith… pretty much anybody you can think of in the industry,” he shares. “Seven or eight years, we even did an event with Ted Nugent where he grabbed the guitar that I wrapped for him and he tuned it and played it on stage. It was pretty awesome!”
Since taking on their first client, Skip and his team have wrapped everything from food trucks to racecars, boats to guitars. “We once wrapped a monster truck for Five Finger Death Punch,” shares Skip. “We've also wrapped things as small as a skateboard set for Jason Terry from the Mavericks.”
For Skip, it is a simple process that begins with capturing the client’s vision in the artwork and creating a template. “If you can picture putting a 12-inch square on the side of a vehicle, you basically take a picture of that vehicle, bring that picture into your software, and scale that sticker in your software to make a template based on that,” Skip explains. “So no matter if I'm doing a guitar, Jeep, box truck, or a race car…. it doesn't matter what it is, you can always scale to the size you need.”
Once the artwork is created, it is laminated with a UV-safe coating. Then they install it, panel by panel, on the vehicle or item. It is a meticulous process where centimeters matter, but with the shop’s advanced technology and the team’s experience, the turnaround time for most projects is usually three to five days.
During his time in business, Skip has seen how effective wraps are in helping brands get maximum exposure. “What I do is easily the best money spent for advertising,” he explains. “You could spend a bunch of money a month on a billboard, but depending on the highway, you'll never get as many impressions as you will on a van or a box truck that drives around town passing everybody. It's ten times what a billboard would get.”
Skip also believes in giving back and some of his favorite projects are ones he does for charities. “We do a ton of charity work because not only does it make me feel good, but it's always the right thing to do,” says Skip. “We’ve worked with lots of organizations like One Tribe, Tunnel to Towers, and Cook Children's Medical Center. We also done guitars for the Nolan Ryan Foundation.”
Owning his own business has also given Skip the flexibility to be present for his family, especially his kids, and he extends that same family-first mentality when it comes to his employees. “I always wanted to be there for my kids and make sure that whenever there was a baseball game, track meet, or whatever it was, I was there,” he says. “I always tell all my employees that family is first. If your kid has a football game, you better get out of here so you can be there for the football game because that's where I want you to be.”
At the end of the day, Skip loves what he does and enjoys providing a high-quality product to customers. “Delivering a vehicle to a customer is one of my favorites,” he shares. “I love being able to light somebody's world up with something that came out ten times better than they thought it was going to come out. They get super excited, which is a lot of fun.”
BSG Wraps is located at 176 Bearcat Road in Aledo. To connect with Skip at BSG Wraps, visit bsgwraps.com, call 817-507-4704, and follow BSG Wraps on social media.
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FINANCIAL ADVISOR AND CERTIFIED PILOT JD NEWTON DRAWS PARALLELS BETWEEN CREATING FINANCIAL AND FLIGHT PLANS
ARTICLE BY MICHELLE W. PARNELL PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAIGE ALEXIS PHOTOGRAPHY
As an independent financial advisor under the LPL Financial umbrella, JD Newton provides financial planning, asset and wealth management, and financial coaching to business owners and individuals who are planning for retirement or a business exit strategy. His independent status allows him to have access to a wide range of tools and resources, including advanced technology, to help clients pursue their financial goals.
As a Christian, JD’s deep-rooted faith plays an important role in ethically helping clients sort through assets, explore possibilities, and create a customized financial plan. An overflow of his faith is that he truly finds joy in helping people. “When I’ve done my due diligence and am able to tell a client that they will be able to retire and move on to their
“WHEN I’VE DONE MY DUE DILIGENCE AND AM ABLE TO
TELL A CLIENT THAT THEY WILL BE ABLE TO RETIRE AND MOVE ON TO THEIR NEXT PASSION WHEN THEY ARE READY, I LOVE SEEING THAT REALIZATION AND THE CALM AND RELIEF ON PEOPLE’S FACES.”
next passion when they are ready, I love seeing that realization and the calm and relief on people's faces,” he shares.
Outside of the office, JD is a licensed pilot and finds that flying provides a wonderful sense of freedom. “There is a beauty and peacefulness to flying,” he explains. “It’s stepping away from being in the middle of life, kind of like taking a period of time and putting down my phone and no turning on any electronics. It has a very calming effect.”
Over the years, JD has found that his career in finance and his hobby of flying mirror one another in several ways. Whether it is creating a customized financial plan or flight plan, JD says there are parallels in the processes.
GATHER INFORMATION & MAKE A PLAN
Flying - We look at all aspects of the weather: the current situation, the weather along the flight path, and the forecast for where we are flying to. Once we've gathered all the information and know there is a storm in the path, we can plan to fly around it, or if it is too big of a storm, we may need to wait it out.
Once we take off, we know there is going to be turbulence along the way, but we've planned for it because we know what the weather is expected to be like. Sometimes weather pops up that we may not necessarily expect, but we keep our plan flexible so if there are unforeseen things that happen, we can deviate when needed.
Finances - We gather information from checking, savings, retirement plans at work, if there is a pension, and social security options. Then we analyze the information and make a plan. But just like the weather when flying, we might have some major event that happens in the markets that people don't expect. The good news is our plans can be flexible and we can make adjustments as needed.
MAINTAIN BALANCE
Flying – It is important to think about how the airplane is going to fly. If we make it too nose heavy or too tail heavy, we're not going to get the flight characteristics we want and that can be a dangerous situation.
Finances – There are two sides to risk management: the amount of risk that you're comfortable taking and the amount of risk that you need to take to be able to achieve your goals. That risk is essentially volatility within the markets and the potential that the markets don't perform as well as you want them to.
That balance comes in the form of taking a little bit more risk in my portfolio, for example a little bit more stock and exposing myself to a little bit more up and down along the way, but once I'm within a few years of retirement, then I start dialing that back and get closer to a level of risk that I'm comfortable with.
However, if you don't take enough risk, you could be putting yourself at a much greater risk of running out of money in retirement. We use other options to mitigate that as much as we can, such as taking social security a little bit later so that we can get a greater amount or buying into an annuity to get more guaranteed income.
CONDUCT FREQUENT CHECK-INS
Flying – In a plane, we are checking minute to minute, hour to hour. Whenever we are charting out the flight path, we pull up this big map and using a compass and ruler, we map out what it will take to get from point A to point B and the shortest distances between them. We also map out waypoints and when flying, we want to make sure we are getting to those points on schedule –and we want to see those points.
Finances - With a financial plan, we are checking in quarterly and yearly to see how things are developing and make sure that we are still on path. We check to see if
we are ahead of plan, behind schedule, or if we are right on track. Then if unforeseen things do pop up, we can either mitigate them or we can change our plan.
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Flying - All the critical systems in an airplane have a backup to ensure the flight is a success.
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THE HISTORY OF THE MUSTACHE
ARTICLE BY BROOKE WADSWORTH
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MACKA PHOTOGRAPHY
The mustache has been making statements long before it ever became a trend, showing up everywhere from Ancient Egypt to the Iron Age Celts. Early on, it wasn’t just about appearance—it signaled status, strength, and even desirability. The word itself comes from the French ‘moustache,’ derived from the Italian ‘mustaccio,’ meaning the hair that grows on the upper lip.
By the 19th century, the mustache had become more than just facial hair—it was a statement. Across Europe, it was closely tied to masculinity, authority, and honor, especially among military men, who were often expected to wear one. As noted by Smithsonian Magazine, facial hair at the time signaled discipline and status.
That dominance didn’t last forever. By the early to mid-20th century, the clean-shaven look began to take over, especially in professional settings. Corporate culture favored neatness and uniformity, but there were also practical reasons for the shift. During wartime, certain styles of facial hair interfered with equipment like gas masks, making shaving the safer option. Over time, the mustache faded and became less common in everyday life.
But it never disappeared completely. Instead, it took on a different role, becoming less about authority and more about personality. In pop culture, the mustache became a signature look for some celebrities. Think of Freddie Mercury, whose look became inseparable from his stage presence, or Tom Selleck, whose signature look practically defined a generation of television. Even fictional characters like Ron Swanson lean into the mustache as a symbol of a certain kind of old-school masculinity.
There’s also a psychological side to it. Research published in Evolution and Human Behavior suggests that facial hair can influence how people perceive traits like dominance and maturity. A mustache, in particular, tends to stand out—it’s more deliberate than stubble, but less conventional than a full beard. Whether intentional or not, a mustache tends to send a message before a person even speaks.
Lately, the mustache has found its way back into the mainstream, though not quite in the same way as before. Its comeback has been driven by nostalgia, shifting trends, and a touch of irony. What was once a rigid symbol of masculinity is now more
flexible—something that can be styled, joked about, or worn sincerely, depending on the person. Publications like GQ have even tracked its return as part of a broader revival of classic grooming.
Today, the mustache doesn’t come with strict rules or expectations. It can be polished, ironic, nostalgic, or entirely personal. It’s no longer about fitting in, but about standing out—on your own terms.
FUN FACTS ABOUT THE MUSTACHE:
• Due to its popularity in the 19th century, a special spoon called the "Mustache Spoon" was designed with a guard to prevent hot soup or tea from melting mustache wax.
• The oldest known portrait of a mustache is on an Egyptian prince named Rahotep, dating back to roughly 2500 B.C.
• To hide a split lip from a moped accident in 1965, Paul McCartney grew a mustache. The band later included cardboard cutout mustaches in their Sgt. Pepper's album for fans to mimic the look.
• In 1698, Russian Tsar Peter the Great introduced a "beard tax" to force men to conform to Western European fashion, which often meant keeping only a mustache or going clean-shaven.
• During the Dark Ages, knights would have armor custom-made to emphasize and protect their luscious locks.
• On average, a mustache wearer touches their mustache over 700 times a day.
• The world's longest mustache belongs to Ram Singh Chauhan of India, measuring 14 feet long.
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THE LEGACY OF
JACKIE “SKIP” MOORE
Jackie Moore, known to many as “Skip,” remains one of baseball’s most beloved figures, admired by fans and players across the country. Over a remarkable 57-year career (1957–2013), he devoted himself to the game and continues to share that passion today. In this exclusive Q&A, Jackie reflects on his legacy, revisits his proudest moments, and offers insight for the next generation.
WHAT STARTED YOUR LOVE FOR BASEBALL? WAS IT ALWAYS SOMETHING YOU WERE INTERESTED IN?
Growing up in Houston, my dream was always to play professional baseball. We didn’t have a lot of money, so I would force my sisters to throw rocks for me to hit, which, in hindsight, probably fueled my love for baseball. In 1957, I graduated from high school and signed my first professional baseball contract with the Detroit Tigers.
Back then, there were no free agents. The Tigers gave me $4k as a signing bonus, which, at that time, I thought I could live off for the rest of my life! I knew with a signing bonus like that, I needed to stay on the roster for at least three years. I figured I’d spend a couple of years in the Minor Leagues and then move up to the Big Leagues. I finally got my shot in 1964 with the Detroit Tigers and came to the Big Leagues. My dream came true as a Big League player.
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR LONG COACHING CAREER – HOW DID THAT START? WHAT WERE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE MEMORIES WHILE COACHING?
My first job was with the Boston Red Sox, then I managed the Jamestown New York Rookie Club, then went back with the Red Sox as the bullpen coach. In my second year with the Red Sox, I was asked to go to the Double-AA club to teach someone how to catch. I left the Red Sox and went to Winston-Salem.
I worked with him on the fundamentals – throwing, how to call a ball game, etc. On day three, we worked on blocking balls in the dirt, which is very important for catchers. You want to make sure the ball doesn’t get by you. We soon found out that day he wasn’t wearing a cup and had gotten hurt during that drill. Once I mustered up the courage to tell the general manager what happened, he just replied, “Well, is he going to be alright? Sounds like he’s got a lot of talent, but isn’t too smart.” That moment taught me never to take anything for granted. 57 years later, and I was still in professional baseball.
That player was Carlton Fisk, who went on to play for the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago White Sox for 24 seasons.
WHAT KEPT YOU MOTIVATED TO STAY IN BASEBALL FOR SO MANY DECADES, ACROSS SO MANY DIFFERENT ROLES AND TEAMS?
The love of the game. I always dreamed about a career in baseball, and it's what I wanted to do my entire life. I always had the opportunity to be in the game, which I feel really thankful for.
Once I realized I wanted to stay as a coach, I ended up coaching 12 different teams. I had the opportunity to be a Big League manager, player, and coach.
YOU’VE WORKED WITH A WIDE RANGE OF ORGANIZATIONS—ARE THERE PARTICULAR TEAMS OR SEASONS THAT STAND OUT AS ESPECIALLY MEANINGFUL?
Winning the Texas League Championships with the Round Rock Express, a Minor League affiliate of the Houston Astros, was absolutely a highlight of my career. I got to watch these young players come in and essentially be their father away from home. I taught them how to be a man first – they all had the talent, and I felt honored to help make their dreams come true.
Interestingly enough, the kids with the most talent didn’t always make it; they didn't have the passion or determination to get to the Big Leagues. It taught me a lot about young prospects. We went from Double-A to Triple-A, and I got the opportunity to tell players they were headed into the Big Leagues.
I’d call them into my office and say, “We’re going to the show!” (That’s what we called the Big Leagues). I really enjoyed being a part of that big moment. I thought I would end my career there, but the Astros wanted me to be a bench coach, so I did that. The next year, Nolan Ryan took over the Rangers and asked if I wanted to come home to Arlington to coach with the Texas Rangers. We had a great
relationship, and we went to the World Series twice! I finally retired in 2013. Over my career, I went to 8 All-Star Games and 3 World Series. I coached a lot of great players and touched many lives, and they touched mine. Baseball is so much like life – sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. You need to learn how to handle winning and defeat, and try to pass that along to young players.
WHAT WAS IT LIKE BEING PART OF A WORLD SERIES–WINNING STAFF WITH THE CINCINNATI REDS?
It shocked the baseball world when the Reds ended up sweeping the A’s. Since the Reds were seen as a major underdog, a lot of people assumed the Oakland A’s were going to win. It was a unique opportunity to go to the World Series, play against the organization I previously managed, and end up sweeping them to win the World Series.
YOU WERE PART OF MULTIPLE PLAYOFF RUNS WITH THE TEXAS RANGERS—CAN YOU TALK MORE ABOUT THAT?
The Rangers went to two World Series. During Game 6 of the 2011 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, we had the lead twice with two outs and two strikes to win the World Series, but ended up not being able to close it out. I tasted both ends of it – winning and defeat. They say there’s no crying in baseball, but they are wrong. It’s not over till it’s over.
DID YOU ALWAYS ENVISION YOURSELF AS A COACH OR MANAGER, EVEN WHILE YOU WERE STILL PLAYING?
I really did. Being a catcher, you’re basically the quarterback of the team. You have to know what every position is supposed to be doing, and you have the unique responsibility of having to handle an entire pitching staff. Knowing all this information made the transition to coaching a bit easier, thanks to my knowledge of the game.
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“WINNING THE TEXAS LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIPS WITH THE ROUND ROCK EXPRESS, A MINOR LEAGUE AFFILIATE OF THE HOUSTON ASTROS, WAS ABSOLUTELY A HIGHLIGHT OF MY CAREER. I GOT TO WATCH THESE YOUNG PLAYERS COME IN AND ESSENTIALLY BE THEIR FATHER AWAY FROM HOME.”
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR COACHING PHILOSOPHY, AND HOW DID IT EVOLVE OVER TIME?
When I was managing Oakland for the Big Leagues, the players that work for you make more money, have longer contracts, and you can't fire them. You can take them out of the lineup for a day or two, but you have to be a pretty good salesman and get the trust of your players. Big League players should all have their identities and personalities, but your job as a coach or manager is to get them all on the same page. Teach them to be team players; you can’t let one disrupt your team.
HOW DID YOU APPROACH MENTORING YOUNGER PLAYERS, ESPECIALLY THOSE JUST BREAKING INTO THE MAJORS?
Some were more mature than the others, and sometimes it was their first time away from home. These young men want to play in the Big Leagues; it's their dream, like mine was. I would learn their personalities, teach them how to become men, and then teach them the fundamentals of baseball. I would tell them, “Look, where you guys are trying to go, I’ve already been. I’ve covered all the bases. Let’s be professional and try to improve every day.” Getting that call to send them to the Big Leagues was just a thrill. They touched my life, too. It was so special to watch their journey.
HOW DIFFERENT IS THE PERSPECTIVE FROM THE DUGOUT AS A MANAGER VERSUS AS A COACH?
As a coach, if something comes up, you can check with the manager about what they think. You always have someone behind you. Once you're a manager, you don’t have someone behind you, so you'd better have an open mind and be prepared as much as possible to find a solution. A good coach can make a manager's job a lot easier.
Your clubhouse chemistry is also really important. Your best players would make sure the clubhouse had its problems settled before it came to the coach. Everyone worked together and trusted each other. It is so important for the chemistry of a clubhouse.
An example was a group of Texas Rangers players. Michael Young, Ian Kinsler, Mike Napoli,
and Adrián Beltré came to play every day. They really respected the coaching staff, held young players accountable, and led by example. With the schedule baseball presents to you, they had the attitude that they would play nine innings every single day. Having those types of players on your roster makes it a lot easier for the coaching staff.
YOU’VE SEEN THE GAME CHANGE DRAMATICALLY OVER THE DECADES—WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE GAME WHEN YOU STARTED AND TODAY?
A lot of it is the mindset. These days, they focus a lot on pitch counts. But when I was coaching, if you started a game, you’d finished it. Every day we would take to the infield and the coach would be hitting balls to the outfielders and take a round of ground balls to the infielders, every day, every game.
WERE THERE ANY MANAGERS OR COACHES WHO HAD A PARTICULARLY STRONG INFLUENCE ON YOUR APPROACH TO THE GAME?
So many. I started with Dave Bristol in Milwaukee, who gave me my first Big League job, then coached Texas with Whitey Herzog, and later spent seven exciting years with Billy Martin. There was never a dull moment. As a coach, you watch these people, and their whole mindset is to win. So I thought to myself, “Well, what is each of their approaches to winning? How does that differ?”
Billy’s philosophy was that you’re going to win 50 and lose 50 -- it's what you do with the other 60 games that determines your season.
WHEN YOU LOOK BACK ON YOUR CAREER, WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF?
I was so fortunate to be part of so many different clubs and work with so many different players. They touched my life and my family's lives. Knowing it's something these players really enjoy and watching their dreams come true was so special. As someone who was signed straight out of high school, I worked with a lot of people. It’s a tough business to last that long.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUNG PLAYERS OR ASPIRING COACHES TODAY?
You learn from the managers you spend time with. But if you are going to be successful yourself, you need to be yourself. Learn from others, but find your own makeup. Take what you’ve learned and create your own spin. Be yourself and cross your fingers.
There are no shortcuts in this business. For example, when Hunter Pence was at Round Rock, he was the first to show up and the last to leave. He would put in extra practice and was determined to become a big-league ballplayer. He worked hard at it, no matter how long it took. Because of his determination, he did really well playing for the San Francisco Giants.
Don't let anyone tell you you can't be a Big League ball player; it's how bad you want it. Hunter worked hard, he got the job done, and he was very determined.
AN EXCERPT FROM EPISODE 6 OF SHARE THE LIFESTYLE, A CITY LIFESTYLE PODCAST
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MIKE JOHNSON HAS BUILT HIS LIFE AROUND ONE QUIETLY RADICAL IDEA: THE STANDARD YOU SET PRIVATELY IS THE ONLY ONE THAT MATTERS.
After eight years in the Air Force, a celebrated run on national television, and a health crisis abroad that sent him deep into supply chains and ingredient certifications most founders never touch, the result is Oshun — a luxury ritual brand built on provenance you can trace and integrity you can verify. In an exclusive conversation for the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Mike shares what it actually takes to build something worth putting your name on. Read the highlights below, then scan the QR code for the full episode.
Q: YOU BECAME A FAN FAVORITE ON THE BACHELORETTE AND THEN LEFT THE SPOTLIGHT. YOU MOVED TO MEXICO, LEARNED SPANISH, THEN COSTA RICA, AND BUILT A COMPANY. WHAT DID THAT EXPERIENCE TEACH YOU ABOUT HUMAN BEHAVIOR?
A: “If you’re a good person going in, that shows. If you’re not, that shows too. I also learned that people form this parasocial relationship with you — they assume things about you. When in all actuality, different circumstances bring out different parts of who you are. I was on TV trying to find love. The kindness people were showing after felt a bit fake, because they wanted to be a part of something that isn’t who I am individually, but a part of what they saw on TV. And so I had to get away from everybody and everything and the noise.”
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MIKE JOHNSON
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Q: YOU JOINED THE AIR FORCE RIGHT OUT OF COMMUNITY COLLEGE. WHAT WERE YOU ACTUALLY RUNNING TOWARD?
A: “There was something in me that was saying: I’m not living up to my full potential. I was being a follower. My uncle said, ‘What’s going to make you become an adult the fastest?’ I said, obviously, the military. The Air Force broadened my thought process more than anything. We’re so caught up in our own perception — when you learn to understand different people’s perspectives, it adds to you in so many ways.”
Q: WITH OSHUN, YOU OWN YOUR MANUFACTURING, YOU EMPLOY A CHEMIST, EVERY PRODUCT HAS A BATCH NUMBER TRACEABLE TO ITS ORIGIN DATE. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO GO THAT DEEP WITH THE BRAND?
A: “The EU bans 1,100 ingredients in personal care products. The U.S. bans nine. That’s my starting point. Oftentimes, it might be the same ingredient, but it comes from a place where it doesn’t have the highest purity. And 60% of what we put on our skin is absorbed. Every product Oshun makes carries a batch number that goes back to the exact day it was created — I can show you every single supplier, the date, the origin. I own more than one part of the supply chain because that’s the only way I can stand behind what’s in the bottle.”
This conversation is just the beginning. Mike goes deeper into why he’s buying land up north, the family in the Philippines who prayed over his factory floor, and what he’d tell every person ready to stop performing and start building. Scan the QR code for the full, exclusive City Lifestyle interview on the Share the Lifestyle podcast.
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Nice? Is Whiskey On Ice
BY EVE BUSHMAN
ARTICLE
THE BEST WAY TO ENJOY YOUR WHISKEY: ON THE ROCKS, ROCK, NEAT, OR WITH WATER
In speaking to Whiskey lovers (most happen to be men, but do accept me in their brethren as a fellow enthusiast, writer, and educator), I’ve learned a great many opinions on how to drink Whiskey. Specifically, preferences on adding water and ice vary greatly.
A brand ambassador that I had the privilege of listening to recently said the obvious: both dilution and temperature change when you add ice, so if you are going to add something, a little water is best. I personally prefer to use a water dropper, so I can add one drop at a time until I get to the desired taste.
HERE ARE THE DIFFERENCES:
Rocks: Provides the highest rate of dilution as a lot of ice melts quickly. If you are drinking a barrel proof Whiskey, it kind of defeats the purpose as the distiller didn’t add water as they do in every other type of finished Whiskey.
On the Rock: The single rock, cube, or sphere is the slowest to melt and thought to be the most aesthetic. It’s nice if you want to stretch out your tasting. I often order on the rock if I want my drink to last longer.
Neat: This is the way single malt Scotch is served at a tasting event, in a branded Glencairn or Neat glass so that proper nosing for aromas can be achieved - and a dram of Scotch, smaller than an ounce, fits in them perfectly.
Water: As I mentioned above, quoting the brand ambassador, a little water is better for a fine Whiskey over any kind of ice. Often, if ordered with water, the water is served in a separate vessel on the side so you can add in as much as you want.
Quoting another expert on the subject, Richard Paterson of The Dalmore famously and enthusiastically demonstrates in his Scotch classes how to drink single malt Scotch Whiskey: Paterson fills a lowball glass to the rim with ice, adds Scotch and then ceremoniously throws it over his shoulder onto the carpet of the classroom – because that much ice makes the drink worthless. One more quote, never “add green tea or milk to Whiskey. You can add a little water, but not a lot of ice.”
Ultimately, the reason we add ice can be for aesthetics, to stretch out the time spent on one glass, for cooling, and for dilution. However, the number one reason enthusiasts add water is … drumroll please … because adding a little water actually opens up a Whiskey to show more aromas and flavors.
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FIFA World Cup
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A little bit outside of Fort Worth, you can enjoy a rare opportunity to watch nine matches for the FIFA World Cup live in Arlington, TX this June and July. Last hosted in the United States in 1994, come experience that same joy and excitement 32 years later!
JUNE 4TH
Reserve Wine Tasting
Modern Art Museum | 6:30 PM
Hosted by Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation, enjoy over 25 wine selections with local wine connoisseurs as well as refine appetizers provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering and Café Modern.
JUNE 5TH
Hadestown
Bass Performance Hall | 7:30 PM
Presented by Performing Arts Fort Worth, this Tony Award winning musical follows the story of Orpheus and Eurydice, intertwined with the story of King Hades and Persephone, as they travel through the underworld.
JUNE 5TH
Teen Artist Project
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The Pool Near Southside | 5:00 PM This annual exhibition celebrates the 2025-2026 Teen Artist Project season. The curated works highlight student participation with visiting artists, as well as with the Modern’s Permanent Collection and special exhibitions.
JUNE 9TH
Yacht Rock
Casa Mañana | 7:30 PM
Join the Reid Cabaret Theatre in kicking off the summer with the smooth sounds of Yacht Rock. These soft rock classics and breezy melodies bring back the laid-back vibes of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. Sit back & relax!
JUNE 11TH
Luke Bryan:
Word on the Street Tour
Dickies Arena | 7:00 PM
Luke Bryan, country music artist and celebrity judge on American Idol, will be stopping at Dickies Arena on June 11 with special guests Lanie Gardner, Shane Profitt, Karley Scott Collins, and DJ Rock.
JUNE 14TH
Yoga with a View
Bass Performance Hall | 10:30 AM
Enjoy the beauty of yoga from the stage of the Bass Performance hall! Led by a yoga professional and accompanied by a musician, come experience this 18+ event.
JUNE 17TH
Fort Worth Public
Library Presents
Jazz Series: Peter Rioux
Modern Art Museum | 6:00 PM
Peter Rioux is known for his soulful touch, stylistic range, and deep respect for jazz tradition. Relax and enjoy an evening of jazz!
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The Temptations & Four Tops
Bass Performance Hall | 7:30 PM
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Pure Barre 25 Year Anniversary Party
Stewart’s | 9:00 AM
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JUNE 20TH
Camp Casa: Grease
Casa Mañana | 5:00 PM
Experience Grease: School Edition performed by Casa Mañana’s Camp Casa’s High School performance group. This group of rising 9th- 12th grade students participate in two weeks of professional arts training before producing a full length show on Casa Mañana’s Mainstage.
JUNE 23RD
The Notebook
Bass Performance Hall | 7:30 PM
Come enjoy one of the greatest love stories ever told, based on the best-selling novel and iconic romantic comedy film, The Notebook.
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