In this episode of Lets Talk Wealth Podcast, the host welcomes friend and jiu-jitsu training partner Sam Alderson, sharing stories from early rolls and Sam’s long-running dominance on the mats. Sam explains the biggest positive impact in his life: learning to be a good friend to yourself—honest, helpful, and kind rather than self-tyrannical. He discusses growing up in Montana, disliking school, and finding his path as an artist, including glassblowing and later using Instagram to build his business. Sam connects American pipe-making glass culture to MMA, and outlines his views on discipline, creativity, and avoiding reliance on AI for thinking or art. He reflects on his grandfather's influence, his approach to learning and teaching jiu-jitsu, and what he hopes to teach his son Remy. He closes by sharing where to find his work: Alderson Studios on ...