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 1-800-Junk-Refund helps people declutter their homes and businesses with the unique option of getting some cash back! Our radio show, Junk Refund Show, takes it one step further by helping you get the clutter and junk out of your life as well! Listen each week as we help you not only declutter your garage, but we help you declutter your relationships as well! Not only can we help you clean out your dresser drawers, we can help you clean out that extra baggage you are carrying around your waistline too! Not only can we help you find that extra change that is fallen down into the cracks of your couch, but we can also give you some tips on how to make some extra money in your life! Join us as we explore that fascinating world of junk removal both inside and outside of your home, using interesting guests, 20 years of junk removal experience, and an upbeat and optimistic outlook on life!Copyright 2026 Alan Cook Reiseliteratur & Erläuterungen Sozialwissenschaften Ökonomie
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  • Junk Refund Show, February 12, 2026

    Junk Refund Show, February 12, 2026
    Feb 13 2026
    Junk Refund Show with Alan J. Cook The Junk Refund Show: Leadership, AI Innovation, and the Art of Decluttering The Junk Refund Show | Feb 12, 2026 Hosted by Alan J. Cook: Transforming junk removal into a value-return ecosystem. #Entrepreneurship The Presidential Manifesto In honor of Abe Lincoln's 217th birthday, Alan's 5-point leadership plan: Civility: Publicly apologize for political rudeness (e.g., to Portland). Professionalism: Encourage mayors to avoid profanity in pressers. Spirituality: Prioritize time for God and individual blessings. Forgiveness: Move past grudges to unlock "The Healing Power." Service: Focus on random acts of kindness to find personal joy. "It’s not a question of if the item is good, it’s a question of what is it good for?" — The Golden Rule of Decluttering #AI_Innovation #LeisureWorld #Decluttering #Leadership The "Junk Refund" Proof $3,200Returned From a $375 removal job. 🤖AI Revolution Donny Osmond: Using AI to perform with his 15-year-old self in Vegas. BBS Radio: Automated show summaries & images generated in 30 mins. Leisure World Case 6 years of vacancy, 84 steps to elevator. Innovation: Using a reclining hospital chair as a high-capacity dolly for boxes. ✈️ New Milestone: Junking a 32ft Beechcraft Queen Air airplane. 1-800-JUNK REFUND | Rockville, MD ⏱️ 60 Min Broadcast | Thursdays 3PM ET In this episode of the Junk Refund Show, host Alan J. Cook reflects on leadership lessons from Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on the media industry, and practical psychological strategies for effective decluttering based on his extensive experience in the junk removal business. Detailed Insights A Vision for Leadership: The "Five-Point" Presidential Agenda Coinciding with Abraham Lincoln’s 217th birthday and President’s Day weekend, Alan J. Cook outlines five core actions he would take if he were President of the United States to improve national discourse and individual well-being. These include offering a public apology to the City of Portland for past disparagement, encouraging professional decorum among public officials, and advocating for citizens to prioritize spiritual strength and the "healing power of forgiveness." He emphasizes that true leadership involves lifting others up rather than finding fault, illustrated by his personal experience helping an elderly woman cross an icy street in Alexandria. The Leadership Manifesto Civility: Apologize for political rudeness and bashings. Professionalism: Encourage decorum in public office. Spirituality: Make time for personal religious strength. Forgiveness: Replace fault-finding with the power to heal. Service: Perform intentional acts of kindness for others. The AI Revolution in Media and Business The program highlights the rapid integration of AI in both entertainment and broadcasting. Alan discusses how entertainer Donny Osmond uses AI to interact with a 15-year-old version of himself on stage, effectively changing the entertainment landscape. Furthermore, he praises the BBS Radio Network for utilizing AI to automate show summaries, transcriptions, and marketing materials within 30 minutes of recording—a process that previously took days. This shift serves as a call to action for all business owners to examine how AI can streamline their operations and prevent them from being "left behind". Professional Junk Removal: Case Studies and Innovation Alan shares details from a complex, multi-month cleanout of a vacant condo in Leisure World, Silver Spring. The project required innovative problem-solving, such as repurposing a heavy-duty reclining hospital chair as a "dolly" to transport boxes down long hallways and elevators. This job also revealed common hoarding patterns, including the discovery of dozens of boxes of loose paper towels and unused laundry detergent, likely stockpiled during the COVID-19 pandemic. The "Might" Trap vs. Reality "It’s not a question of if the item is good, it’s a question of what is it good for?" The "Might" Mindset Holding onto items because they "might" be useful later leads to clutter and mental weight. The Action Mindset If there is no immediate use or specific future occasion, the item is likely just "junk." The Psychology of Decluttering A central theme of the episode is the "mental game" of holding onto items. Alan argues that the word "might"—as in "we might use this later"—is often a precursor to "probably not." He encourages listeners to move past the sentiment that an item is "good" and instead ask what specific purpose it serves. By breaking the cycle of stockpiling (such as keeping every plastic restaurant container), individuals can prevent their homes from becoming cluttered and avoid the eventual cost of professional removal. Key Data Refund Success Story: One client spent 375∗∗onremovalandreceived∗∗$375 on removal and received $3,200 back after the company sold her items. Logistical Effort: The ...
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  • Junk Refund Show, February 5, 2026

    Junk Refund Show, February 5, 2026
    Feb 6 2026
    Junk Refund Show with Alan J. Cook Clearing the Clutter: Lessons on Character, Service, and the Business of "Junk" The Junk Refund Show | Feb 05, 2026 Hosted by Alan J. Cook: Removing physical clutter and spiritual "junk" from modern life. EDITORIAL MODE Core Commentary "Swearing is the effort of a feeble mind to express itself. If you can't find a better word, go read a book." Religious Intolerance: Alan addresses the "F the Mormons" chants at the OSU vs. BYU game, calling for university accountability and comparing the behavior to religious bigotry against other faiths. The High Road: Contrasting the hostility with BYU’s tradition of giving free ice cream to visiting fans and donating tons of food to local shelters before away games. The "Ice Oreo" Technique Vertical Splitting: Tilt shovel handle toward body so the blade hits ice perfectly vertical to split molecules like wood grain. Equipment Arbitrage: Using commercial snowblowers and Husky shovels salvaged from junk removal jobs to run a $100/hr service. Survival Hack: When rock salt is sold out, use Morton's table salt for walkways. Market & Numbers $100/hr Snow Removal $31.00 DC to SLC Flight Life "Junk" Removal #Charity#SnowHacks#BYU#GoWildPass#KrispyKreme Acts of Service • Escorting elderly across icy roads. • "The Last Supper": Monthly dinner for 6+ missionaries. • Door-Dashing "Honeymoon Chicken" for new parents. Target Audience: Homeowners, Entrepreneurs, Spiritual Seekers 60 Min Broadcast In this episode of the Junk Refund Show, host Alan J. Cook explores the philosophy of "getting the junk out of your life," ranging from addressing religious intolerance in college sports to practical tips for winter snow removal. Cook emphasizes the importance of service, resourcefulness, and maintaining high standards even when faced with negativity. Detailed Key Points Addressing Religious Intolerance in Sports Cook addresses a series of recent incidents where fans at Big 12 universities directed derogatory religious chants toward BYU athletes. He argues that such behavior reflects a "feeble mind" and calls for stricter consequences, such as expulsion or heavy fines for participating students. In contrast, he highlights the "high road" taken by the BYU community, which includes donating thousands of pounds of food to local shelters in opposing teams' cities and offering free ice cream to visiting fans in Provo. Cook asserts that while others may choose religious intolerance, his community will continue to respond with charitable acts and higher standards. The "High Road" vs. The "Low Road" Low Road Behavior Public religious intolerance Derogatory chanting Hostile environments High Road Response 29,000 lbs food donations Free ice cream for visitors Maintaining Honor Codes Resourcefulness in the Snow Removal Business The episode provides a masterclass in turning "junk" into profit during harsh winter conditions. Cook shares how he uses commercial snowblowers and lawnmowers—items that customers paid him to haul away—to run a lucrative snow removal side business during the DC area's deep freeze. He details the physics of ice removal, explaining that a shovel must be held perfectly vertical to split the "ice Oreo cookie" structure of frozen snow. Due to a regional shortage of rock salt and shovels, he proposes using common table salt as a creative alternative for melting ice on walkways. The Philosophy of Service and Connection Cook shares personal anecdotes illustrating how small acts of service can "get the junk out of your relationships." These include helping an elderly pedestrian cross an icy street, using delivery apps to provide meals for new parents, and hosting "The Last Supper" for young missionaries. He also discusses his "spiritual hobby" of visiting every LDS temple in the U.S., using these trips to build traditions with his granddaughters through specific gifts. He maintains that physical distance is no barrier to close family ties if one is intentional about communication and shared experiences. Pro-Tip: The Physics of Ice Splitting To break thick ice efficiently with a pointed shovel: 90° Vertical Angle Splits molecules along the grain line ➔ One-Hit Break "Tilt the handle toward your body to ensure the blade is perpendicular to the ground." Key Data Refund Success: One client spent $375 on junk removal and received $375 on junk removal and received $3,200 back after items were sold. Snow Removal Rates: Cook charges $100 per hour with a $100 per hour $with a $50 minimum. Travel Savings: Utilized a "Go Wild Pass" to book a flight from DC to Salt Lake City for only $31 in taxes. Fundraising Economics: Purchasing Krispy Kreme donuts at a wholesale price of $7/dozen (vs. $ 15.99 retail) for charitable distribution. To-Do / Next Steps Contact BBS Radio to explore starting a personal radio show or podcast. Purchase 10 containers of Morton’s table salt as an emergency ice-melt alternative for steps and walkways. Visit the new Burley...
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  • Junk Refund Show, January 29, 2026

    Junk Refund Show, January 29, 2026
    Jan 30 2026
    Junk Refund Show with Alan J. Cook The Junk Refund Show: Overcoming "The Day From Hell" Through Grit The Day From Hell: A Case Study in Grit Host Alan J. Cook on overcoming frozen obstacles & business logistics. 1-800-JUNK REFUND The Struggle (Monday) The Context: DC Metro area paralyzed by 1.5ft of snow and 18°F temperatures. Fleet Failure: All 3 work vehicles incapacitated simultaneously (Snowed in, Dead Battery, Bent Bumper). The Fix: Spent 6 hours freeing one truck; used a "come-along" ratchet to manually bend a crushed bumper back into place. The Grind: Manually chipped ice on a 200ft driveway for 2.5 hours when the snowblower failed against frozen crust. "Grit is the number one reason entrepreneurs succeed. The ones that succeed and hang in there... don't quit. They just keep at it."— Alan J. Cook The Recovery (Tue-Wed) Integrity Check: Returned to a neighbor's house 24hrs later to fulfill a promise, despite exhaustion. Efficiency Win: $200 couch removal job completed in 30 mins vs. $250 snow job taking 2.5 hours. Moral: Survival is success. Even "days from hell" end with a paycheck if you don't stop. Conditions18°F / 1.5'Frozen Snow & Ice Revenue Recovery$1,470+Total from 4 jobs post-disaster Fleet Status Report Big Truck (16ft)Snowed In Jeep LibertyDead Battery Dodge RamFixed (Manual) Efficiency Lesson Snow Job: $100/hr (Brutal labor) Junk Job: $400/hr (Easy labor) #Entrepreneurship #SnowRemoval #Grit #Logistics Source: Junk Refund Show 2026-01-29 Introduction Host Alan J. Cook recounts a challenging week in Bethesda, Maryland, following a massive snowstorm that dumped 1.5 feet of snow and brought freezing temperatures. The episode focuses on a specific "Day From Hell" (Monday), illustrating how perseverance, creative problem-solving, and sheer grit allowed him to fulfill client commitments and keep his business running despite equipment failures and exhaustion. Detailed Summary The "Day From Hell": Vehicle and Equipment Crisis The week began with a logistical nightmare as the host found all three of his work vehicles incapacitated by the storm. His primary box truck was plowed in by three feet of snow, his backup SUV was unregistered, and his Dodge Ram had a damaged bumper blocking the tire. After six hours of struggle in 18-degree weather—including a failed attempt to jumpstart the SUV with AAA—he successfully used a "come-along" ratchet tool to manually bend the Dodge Ram's bumper back into place, making the truck drivable. Compounding the stress, upon finally leaving the lot, he discovered the waste transfer station was closed, leaving him with a truck full of trash. Furthermore, while preparing for a snow removal job, he realized he had previously sold his heavy-duty extension cord, forcing an unplanned trip to Home Depot to purchase a replacement for $120 to operate his electric snowblower. Timeline: The Monday Struggle 8:00 AM3 Vehicles Stuck & AAA Battery Fail 2:00 PMTruck Freed & Transfer Station Closed 4:30 PMStart Job #1 (200ft Driveway) 7:30 PMThe Hunt for Rock Salt (Sold Out Everywhere) 8:45 PMMission Accomplished: $250 Earned Battling the Elements: Snow Removal Jobs Despite the setbacks, the host arrived at a client's home ("Mary") to clear a 200-foot driveway. The job took 2.5 hours of nonstop labor in freezing conditions. Following the physical labor, he drove to nearly a dozen locations searching for rock salt, which was sold out across the city, finally locating the last two bags at a BP gas station to treat the client's driveway properly. On Tuesday, he honored a commitment made to Mary's neighbors. By this time, the snow had frozen into layers of ice ("like a frozen Oreo sandwich"), rendering the snowblower ineffective. He spent another 2 hours and 20 minutes manually chipping away ice with a shovel to clear the 150-foot stretch, demonstrating the importance of integrity and not leaving a client "hanging" even when the work is grueling. Business Recovery and The Lesson of Grit The latter half of the week provided a stark contrast to the early struggles. On Wednesday, the team completed an apartment cleanout in Laurel, Maryland, involving 42 steps, earning 800.OnThursday,asimple30−minutecouchremovaljobnetted800.OnThursday,asimple30−minutecouchremovaljobnetted200. The host uses this comparison to highlight that while some days are "hell," perseverance leads to survival and eventual success. The core message is that entrepreneurship requires grit—the ability to keep going when physically exhausted and when nothing goes according to plan. Effort vs. Reward: A Week in Review The Struggle $220 - $250 Snow Removal 2.5 Hours / Job Freezing Manual Labor The Win $200 - $800 Junk Removal 30 Mins - 2 Hours High Efficiency Key Data Weather Conditions: 18°F temperatures; approximately 1.5 feet of snow. Monday Job (Snow): 2.5 hours of labor for $250. Tuesday Job (Ice): 2 hours 20 minutes of manual chipping for $220. Wednesday Job (Hauling): Apartment cleanout (42 steps) for ...
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