Scrap Guy Solutions

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Scrap Guy Solutions provides simple tips and ideas to help you make things happen. Host Jeremy Miller is a small town kid from Winona, Minnesota who buys and sells scrap for a living. Most recently, Jeremy help expand his multigenerational family business into waste collections. In addition to buying and selling scrap, and now hustling trash service, he is a entrepreneur, real estate investor, restaurant owner, Minnesota State Senator, youth sports coach, and community volunteer. He enjoys running and dabbles a bit in triathlon. Above all, he is a family guy. Jeremy is married to his beautiful wife Janel and they have 3 boys. Other than his very public role as a senator, he and his wife have tried to keep their personal life more private. Jeremy believes one of his life purposes is to use his life to help make a difference in the lives of others and he goes a bit outside his comfort zone on this podcast by sharing many of his life experiences in an effort to help others make things happen! On this podcast, he also does some Quick Tip Episodes to provide a quick boost of confidence as well as interviews with everyday folks who are making things happen. Jeremy encourages you to make today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!

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March 2, 20269 min

33: Five Simple Stress Relief Techniques

In this Quick Tip Episode, Jeremy shares 5 quick and simple techniques that can help you with stress relief. Do you ever feel overwhelmed. Do you ever feel like you are getting pulled in multiple different directions (Jeremy feels you on this one!). Do you ever feel stressed out and not sure what to do. Jeremy has learned some techniques that he shares in this episode that can help you relieve stress and get the positive outcomes you are striving for. These simple techniques have worked wonders for Jeremy and he is confident they can work for you too.The reality is, life can be stressful. Life happens for all of us. It might be a tight deadline or challenging situation are work, it might be a financial situation, or perhaps it’s dealing with difficult people, whatever the stressful situation it might be, there are things you can do right now bring that stress level down and this episode will help!Get in touch with Jeremy by emailing ScrapGuySolutions@gmail.com or check out: ScrapGuySolutions.comMost importantly, make today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!

February 11, 20264 min

32: 365 Opportunities

This is a Super Quick Tip Episode of the Scrap Guy Solutions podcast where Jeremy provides a quick and easy dose of positive encouragement to help you make things happen! Jeremy calls this one 365 Opportunities. Each year consists of 12 months, 52 weeks, and 365 days. Each new day is a new opportunity for a fresh start. Each new day is a new opportunity for you to put yourself first. No one cares more about you than you. No one can do more to put you in a position to make things happen than you. There are 365 days in a year and the way Jeremy sees it, that’s 365 opportunities for you to make things happen! So make today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!You can email Jeremy at: ScrapGuySolutions@gmail.comCheck out the website: ScrapGuySolutions.com

February 3, 202611 min

31: Mindset Reset

In this quick tip episode of SGS, Jeremy talks about what he calls Mindset Reset.Many times people try to do too much too quick, and as a result, they don't accomplish their goal or the task they are working on. Then people get discouraged, make excuses, and quit. For example, are you one of the 88% of people who have quit a New Year's Resolution in the first few weeks? If not, keep doing what you are doing! However, if you have a tendency of starting things and not completing them, it's time to try something different.Instead of trying to do it all at once, try starting small. Start out with baby steps. Move forward by making incremental progress. Jeremy likes to think about the analogy of taking one bite at a time. Think about eating an apple. You don’t eat an apple in one bit, rather, you take one bite of an apple at a time. Then you rotate it, and take another bite.One of the ways Jeremy likes to celebrate MLK Day is by reviewing quotes from Martin Luther King, Jr. This year, this quote from MLK hit home with Jeremy. "If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward." If you would like to get in touch with Jeremy, you can email ScrapGuySolutions@gmail.com or check out: ScrapGuySolutions.comMost importantly, make today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!

December 16, 202514 min

30: How to Deal with Toxic People

In this episode, Jeremy shares some tips on how you can deal with difficult people. Toxic people are those who constantly complain, blame, make excuses, or flat out lie. They are always trying to be the center of attention and crowd pleasers. They thrive on trying to elevate themselves by minimizing or manipulating others. They thrive on drama and if there is no drama, they try to create it. Jeremy talks about how his Don't Sweat It mentality can help when dealing with toxic people. He also shares some ideas on how to respectfully remove yourself from toxic situations, including going outside to get some fresh air, going for a walk or working out, listening to some music, or taking a few minutes to pray or do some breathing exercises.Dealing with toxic people can be tough. They can bring you down to their level. They can drain you mentally and even physically. They can make you feel miserable. If you let toxic people get the best of you, they will, and they will enjoy every minute of it. But on the flip side, when you learn to deal with toxic people, it can change your life for the positive.Make today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!3 types of toxic people I 'stay far away from' by Evy Poumpouras - https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2025/10/16/former-us-secret-service-agent-stay-away-from-3-toxic-personalities.htmlGet in touch with Jeremy: ScrapGuySolutions@gmail.comWebsite: ScrapGuySolutions.com

December 9, 202513 min

29: Don't Sweat It

This is a Quick Tip Episode of Scrap Guy Solutions where Jeremy shares his "Don't Sweat It Mentality."There are many things in life that we can control and many more that we can’t. But often times, we get caught up on the things we can’t control. Too often, we let the things we can’t control drag us down and mess with our minds. Jeremy's Don't Sweat It Mentality will help you work through those situations that are out of your control. Instead of wasting your mental and emotional, and often times physical, juice on things you can’t control, Don’t Sweat It. Instead, save that fuel to help you be the best you can be. Redirect that negative energy to fuel to help you make things happen. You can get in touch with Jeremy at: ScrapGuySolutions@gmail.comMake today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen! Until next time, peace out!

November 17, 202530 min

28: Interview with River Repinski

River Repinski in a young entrepreneur making things happen in Winona! After graduating from Cotter High School a couple years ago, he left town to attend college for one year and then made his way back to Winona State University where he started a speech and debate team from the ground up. Additionally, he helps out in his family business, Winona Tour Boat, as a tour boat captain. That's right, he has his captain's license and leads boat tours on the Mississippi River. Learn more about the Winona Tour Boat: www.winonatourboat.comIf you would like to get in touch with River and learn more about how you can help contribute to the Winona State University Speech and Debate Team, you can email River: WinonaStateForensics@gmail.comIf you would like to get in touch with Jeremy, you can email: ScrapGuySolutions@gmail.comMost importantly, make today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!

October 28, 202519 min

27: Saint Mary's University Athletics with Brian Sisson

In this episode, I interview Saint Mary's University Athletic Director Brian Sisson. Hear about an exciting opportunity to support Saint Mary's athletics with the inaugural Cardinal Challenge happening October 28 - November 3 (see the link below). Brian also gives an update on fall sports and a preview for winter sports. There is a link to the schedules and all things Cardinal athletics below.And if that isn't enough, Brian shares the details about a really cool community event that is absolutely free. That's right, free! The "PACK THE ARENA" event is on Saturday, November 15. You can go watch the Saint Mary's University men's and women's basketball teams play at the newly remodeled David R. Thies Arena. The link with more details is below. LinksCardinal Challenge:https://alumni.smumn.edu/g/cardinal-challenge-2025/Saint Mary's Athletics:https://saintmaryssports.com/index.aspxPACK THE ARENA:https://today.smumn.edu/articles/pack-the-david-r-thies-arena-november-15th/Make today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!Get in touch with Jeremy at: ScrapGuySolutions.com

October 15, 202532 min

26: Winona State Women's Basketball

In this episode, I interview Winona State University’s head women’s basketball coach, Ana Wurtz, and one of the leaders of the team, Lydia Lakanen. This is your chance to get a sneak peek into a successful Division II women's basketball program!Learn about some upcoming fundraising events the Winona State Women’s Basketball Team is hosting during Homecoming to raise funds for the program, including a trivia night on October 24 and the annual Warrior Waddle on the morning of Saturday, October 25. We also get a season preview and it sounds like we are in store for an exciting season ahead.Links and More InformationTrivia Tip-Off:https://give.winona.edu/event/wsu-womens-basketball-trivia-tip-off/e701710Warrior Waddle:https://raceroster.com/events/2025/106309/winona-state-homecoming-warrior-waddleWSU Women's Basketball 2025-26 Game Schedule:https://winonastatewarriors.com/sports/womens-basketball/schedule/2025-26General contact for any questions for Coach Wurtz: awurtz@winona.eduMake today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!Get in touch with Jeremy at: ScrapGuySolutions.com

October 1, 20255 min

25: We can all do better

It’s been a difficult few months in our country when it comes to violence, especially political violence. And it’s truly unfortunate because we are better than this. There have been far too many horrific events in our country where people have resorted to violence resulting in the loss of innocent life, including right here in Minnesota.It’s time for us all to do better. The hate and especially the violence needs to stop. It doesn’t matter if it’s political violence, a shooting at a school, a place of worship, or a youth sporting event. It doesn’t matter if it’s racism or antisemitism. We are better than this. Killing innocent people is not acceptable and it’s certainly not something that should be celebrated.Get in touch with Jeremy: ScrapGuySolutioins@gmail.comMake today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!

September 16, 202553 min

24: Interview with Brandon Osburn from The Average Dad Cooking Channel

Brandon Osburn is blowing things up with his The Average Dad Cooking Channel! He is a regular guy who is doing what it takes to make things happen. He has three young kids. He works full-time. He exercises regularly. He cooks a lot, and creates content that he shares on The Average Dad Cooking Channel social media pages. It’s pretty impressive, but what’s even more impressive is prior to him following his passion and finding success on social media, he hit rock bottom. He was addicted to drugs. He spent time in Jail. He was an alcoholic.Not only has he overcome these challenges in life, but he is now motivating people everyday by sharing his story and sharing life lessons he’s learned on his journey to help make a difference in the lives of others.Links:The Average Dad Cooking Channel Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561302813247Bacon Salt Discount Code: https://baconsalt.com/discount/AVERAGEDADMerch: https://islandcitydesigns.com/collections/shop-winonaBrandon's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheAverageDad?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareGet in touch with Jeremy: ScrapGuySolutions@gmail.com or visit ScrapGuySolutions.comMake today your day. Figure out what you want, then get started, stick with it, and go make it happen!