Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio - 9/4/21 Mark Merklein, Grip MD

Rick is joined by former ATP pro and inventor of the Grip MD, Mark Merklein this week!

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Grip MD is a revolutionary new unique training device developed by two former collegiate tennis stars with the goal to aid players of all levels how to perfect the proper volley, serve, and slice grip.

Grip MD is the creation of former ATP World Tour doubles No. 38 and NCAA Champion Mark Merklein and former Notre Dame No. 1 Matt Daly. The device simply slips on to the handle of the racket, allowing the player to feel the perfect Continental grip.  The Continental grip is used for the slice, serve and volleys in tennis and is vital to a player’s development.

“Having worked with players of all levels from beginners to pros, I have found that teaching the correct grip is the most important part of any player’s technical development,” said Daly, Co-Founder of GripMD. “It is also extremely hard to teach and commonly misunderstood. This device greatly simplifies the process, allowing players to find the perfect grip in a short period of time.”

Merklein appears in several information YouTube videos demonstrating how to master the slice, volley and second serve using Grip MD.

“Learning the Continental grip is an important piece in player development,” said Merklein, who won the NCAA singles title in 1994 and the doubles crown in 1993 playing for the University of Florida. “With the proper foundation you will have the opportunity to be the best player you can be! Don’t let your grips limit your level!”

Several high-level professionals have come out and endorsed Grip MD.

“Having the correct grips for your strokes is one of the starting blocks for a successful career in tennis,” said James Blake, the former ATP World Tour No. 4 in singles. “Whatever your goal is, starting at the right spot and making sure the basics are taken care of is so important. The Grip MD will start you on a path that makes it easy to learn and improve quickly.”

“Mastering the serve and the volley requires the perfect grip,” said John Isner, the former No. 1 American who reached a career-high No. 8 on the ATP World Tour. “The Grip MD makes that infinitely easier for you.”

Take advantage of a special offer now. Get three Grip MD products for the low price of $99.  Or buy one for $39.95.  To purchase and for more information or to purchase GripMD, visit at: https://www.thegripmd.com/

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 8/28/21 - Christopher Clarey, THE MASTER: The Brilliant Career of Roger Federer

Rick is joined by Christopher Clarey, this week on iHeartRadio.

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There have been other biographies of Roger Federer, but never one with this kind of access to the man himself, his support team, and the most prominent figures in the game, including such rivals as Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Roddick. In THE MASTER: The Brilliant Career of Roger Federer (Twelve, August 24, 2021), New York Times correspondent Christopher Clarey sits down with Federer and those closest to him to tell the story of the greatest player in men's tennis.
 
THE MASTER tells the story of Federer's life and career on both an intimate and grand scale, in a way no one else could possibly do.

Lots of great Federer and tennis talk with Chris.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 8/21/21 - Vicki Bunke, Swim Across America

What do swimming across America, a new television series on Discovery Life, a Grammy award-winning Country Music star, Olympic swimmers and raising money for pediatric cancer research have in common? Vicki Bunke.

Bunke joins Rick this week:

This love story of hope, resilience, and Grace Bunke’s swimming cap, is what Vicki Bunke is taking with her as she embarks on participating in 14 open water charity swims for Swim Across America this summer to raise much needed funding for pediatric cancer research. Swimming from Nantucket to Seattle with lots of stops in-between, Vicki, who would not consider herself a swimmer before this journey began, is swimming in honor of her daughter Grace, whom she lost in 2018 at age 14 to osteosarcoma, an aggressive form of bone cancer.

Grace’s journey through cancer, and now her Mom’s journey swimming across America, are featured in the first two episodes in a new six-part docu-series “WaveMakers” airing on the Discovery Life channel airing July 8 and 15. Swimming with Vicki is Grace’s oncologist, Dr. Karen Wasilewski-Masker, a pediatric hematologist/oncologist at Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

And where does country music come into this? Grammy award-winning Zac Brown Band-member John Driskell Hopkins, a friend of the Bunke family, wrote the theme song “I’ll Take You Home” for the TV docu-series “WaveMakers” and as an inspiration for Vicki’s open water swims with Team Amazing Grace.

“It’s usually parents who leave legacies for our children,” commented Vicki Bunke. “Grace left a legacy for us. She was the #1 fundraiser for pediatric research with Swim Across America before she passed away, and if she were here today, she would be swimming to fight this awful disease for others. It’s Grace’s spirit that brings us all together for this cause.”

An avid runner, Grace Bunke was diagnosed at age 11 and battled osteosarcoma for nearly four years, undergoing treatment including a partial leg amputation where her lower half of her leg was reattached backward (rotationplasty) and three lung operations. While recuperating, swimming found her. She quickly excelled at swimming making her varsity high school swim team and Grace earned her national cap for the U.S. Paralympic team in 2017. She took to open water swimming and participated in the Swim Across America - Atlanta open water charity swim near her home the fall of 2017. She bravely and publicly battled cancer with the trademark name given to her by others “Amazing Grace.”

At her last swim meet in 2018, the Georgia Age Group State Championship, Grace was in the hospital. Olympian Amanda Weir swam at the meet for Grace. To honor Grace, her swim team brought umbrellas which paid homage to a motto Grace believed: prayer is asking for rain, faith is bringing the umbrella.

Faith and umbrellas play an important theme in the John Driskell Hopkins song “I’ll Take You Home,” with the lyrics, “You prayed for rain. So, I brought my umbrella. Let it fall down around ya. Like it falls from my eyes. I know your pain. So I’ve come here to tell you, You’re not alone, I’ll take you home.”

Hopkins’ involvement with this story is drawn from his family’s personal connection to the Bunke family. His daughters attended the same elementary school in Marietta, Georgia, and he was greatly moved by Grace’s spirit as her, and her family, undertook their battle against this aggressive form of cancer. “I’ll Take You Home” is available beginning on July 8 on Spotify, Apple Music, SiriusXM and other platforms. A portion of each download is donated to Swim Across America.

“Every 15 minutes, 50 Americans are diagnosed with cancer. And for three decades, Swim Across America has been providing grants that have led to new cures in immunotherapy and gene therapy that have given hope. Grace’s story, though didn’t have the happy ending we all wanted, did leave a legacy of what she would have wanted for all of us left behind --  to turn her loss into triumph,” noted Rob Butcher, CEO of Swim Across America “Team Amazing Grace and the 14 charity swims Vicki is undertaking celebrate the legacy of Grace Bunke and importantly will raise funds for pediatric research.”

To learn more about Vicki Bunke’s Amazing Grace Tour, visit swimacrossamerica.org/goto/Vicki. To learn more about the Discovery Life docuseries “WaveMakers,” visit swimacrossamerica.org/wavemakers or wavemakers.tv.

Swim Across America, Inc. (SAA) is dedicated to raising money and awareness for cancer research, prevention and treatment through swimming-related charity events. Founded in 1987, Swim Across America has raised more than $100 million that has funded cancer research and clinical trials. With the help of volunteers nationwide and Olympians, Swim Across America grants have been at the forefront of leading to new treatments in immunotherapy and gene therapy. To learn more visit  swimacrossamerica.org or follow on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @SAASwim.

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Vicki Bunke Amazing Grace Tour Dates
May 8:         Tampa
July 9:         Detroit
July 24:         Nantucket
July 31:         Long Island Sound (Larchmont, NY)
August 7:         Long Island, NY
August 8:         Fairfield County, CT
August 15:     Charleston-Kiawah
August 21:     Chicago
August 28:     St. Louis
August 29:     Denver
September 11:     Seattle
September 19: Baltimore
September 25: Dallas
October 2:     Atlanta

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 8/14/21 - Lisa LeBlanc of KLENSKIN Sunscreens and More

Great to meet up with Lisa LeBlanc of KLENSKIN at the Atlanta Open AVP stop.

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KLĒNSKIN® is the culmination of over 20 years of specialized research seeking to create a user-friendly sunscreen that could be Showered On. CoLabs Intl. Corp® utilizes a specially engineered capsule of non allergenic materials. The wrapped active ingredients help reduce the systemic uptake and remain topically on the skin, thus creating a protective layer. This in turn means less penetration and essentially creates a barrier between the skin and the sun's harmful UV radiation. In addition to making the sunscreen more effective, the technology also locks in natural moisture and hydrates with our encapsulated oils that open and deliver conditioners.

    All active ingredients are encapsulated to minimize absorption into the skin
    Encapsulated oils for moisturization benefits
    Naturally derived capsule material
    Positively charged encapsulates and delivery system is attracted to negatively charged skin during washing & stays on after rinsing and pat drying
    This cosmetically elegant micro-emulsion leaves a soft, smooth feel with no greasy or sticky residue
    Encapsulated actives help reduce the (TEWL) or Trans Epidermal Water Loss due to the nature of the capsule wall material and its ability to layer on the skin
    All Products are designed by a Board Certified Dermatologist
    All testing is done by an independent laboratory
    Paraben Free formulation
    No Animal Testing and Made in the USA

I love the passion and information from Lisa! Great products!

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 8/7/21 - Alex Alt, Oracle, The New Age of Travel

Rick is joined by Alex Alt of Oracle this week talking Oracle and travel.

Oracle is helping welcome travelers back this summer!

Ready to Travel?

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In May, 24% of respondents said they planned to travel immediately, and 31% in the next one to three months. The takeaway? 55% are ready to roam in time for Independence Day.

Stars, Stripes…and Shots: Over 3/4 (77%) of North American consumers said a COVID-19 vaccination is very or somewhat important in giving them the peace of mind to travel; almost 1/5 (18%) will not get on a plane until they are fully vaccinated.

Rentals Reduce Travel Anxiety: 54% of travelers said they plan to stay at a short-term rental property (such as an Airbnb) in the next twelve months, with 43% of that group citing the ability to stay socially distanced and minimize COVID-19 risk.

Can’t Touch This: Consumers want pandemic-era upgrades to stay the norm. 67% want hotels to maintain more frequent cleaning and disinfecting procedures; 55% want to see guest areas/public spaces continue to be arranged for social distancing; 11% plan to dine solely via room service to minimize contact.

Alex leads Oracle’s vertical software business that serves the hospitality, casino, and cruise industries. Dedicating most of his career to hospitality with experience as an operator and a technology provider, Alex joined Oracle in November 2019 to lead the technical, operational, and cultural transformation of the industry’s leading provider of property management, point of sale, distribution, analytics, and loyalty solutions. With more than 20 years in the travel and hospitality industries, Alex spearheaded global development and strategy for renowned luxury operator Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, led Sabre’s Hospitality Solutions business, and served industry clients as a consultant with McKinsey & Company. Alex earned an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BBA from the University of Texas.