How do you go from dressing bodies in a South Side Chicago funeral home to becoming the Vice President of Student Affairs?

Today on Off Script, Leon Parker shares his deeply unscripted journey of survival, faith, and unapologetic ambition. We discuss the tragedy that shaped his early childhood, the legacy of his great-grandfather’s underground empire, and the sudden intervention that brought him to Miles College in Birmingham. Leon also reveals his bold transition to Bethune-Cookman University and the foundational mindset he uses to raise his 9-year-old son.

In this episode, we cover:

• Navigating massive life pivots and acting with absolute confidence.

• The profound, hidden Civil Rights history embedded in Miles College.

• Why watering the "roots" is the ultimate secret to successful fatherhood.

• The exact moment Leon quit his only 9-to-5 job to launch a summer camp with zero funding.

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The Off-Script Podcast was produced by RLG Productions, a full service Podcast Production Company in Birmingham, AL.

What happens when you reach the top of your career ladder but realize you are personally unfulfilled?

On this episode of Off Script, host Ronnie Gatrey sits down with Nichole Dawsey, Executive Director of the Addiction Prevention Coalition. Nichole unpacks the raw truth of walking away from a 16-year career to start completely over at 44. We strip away the highlight reel to discuss the weight of executive leadership, the necessity of building a peer support system, and the realization that when you make a massive life pivot, you have to go all in.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why professional success does not always equal personal happiness.

• The overwhelming logistics of starting your life over after 16 years.

• How to build a "Kitchen Cabinet" to combat executive isolation.

• Why getting uncomfortable is a requirement for growth.

🤝 Connect with Nichole Dawsey:

• Addiction Prevention Coalition: apcbham.org

• Let's Talk Non-Profit Life: 314-223-1660

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Produced by RLG Productions in Birmingham, AL.

What do you do when the world is praising you for your corporate success, but you are completely miserable inside?

On this episode of Off Script, host Ronnie Gatrey sits down with Quentin T. Carter, a top-producing Birmingham realtor and owner of Better Living LLC. Quentin opens up about his 16-year corporate banking background, the panic attack that hit the morning after he finally quit his job, and why he refuses to give space to anyone who doesn't have to live with the consequences of his decisions.

We dive deep into a side of success people rarely discuss on social media: the physical toll of stress, fighting internal demons while keeping a smile on your face for clients, and the moment a severe health crisis forced him to stop chasing goals and start chasing peace.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to transition from a secure salary to full-time entrepreneurship.

• The "Get Dressed" hack for breaking out of a situational depression.

• Why the grind is sold separately and entrepreneurship isn't for everyone.

• Learning to protect your peace at all costs.

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Produced by RLG Productions in Birmingham, AL, a full service podcast production company who produces podcasts for a wide variety of businesses and organizations.

What happens when you leave a comfortable corporate job with absolutely no backup plan?

On this comeback episode of Off Script, host Ronnie Gatrey sits down with Fate Hudson, Owner of Green Valley Roofing and Construction. After leaving his healthcare management job and taking odds-and-ends jobs to survive, Fate discovered the power of extreme ownership. We strip away the corporate fluff to talk about the reality of the entrepreneurial grind, the profound impact of daily cold showers on your mental toughness, and why you simply have to show up on the days you don't want to.

In this episode, we cover:

• How a PayPal transfer from a stranger kickstarted his real estate career.

• Why Green Valley Roofing was built on simply doing the things other contractors refuse to do.

• The emotional weight of knowing 50 families rely on your leadership.

• The unscripted reality of fatherhood and legacy.

🤝 Connect with Fate Hudson:

• Green Valley Roofing: greenvalleyroofers.com

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What happens when the awareness campaigns end and the messy reality of recovery begins?

On this episode of Off Script, host Ronnie Gatrey sits down with Brittney Gray, the CEO and founder of KnowBra. Diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer at just 24 years old, Brittney experienced firsthand the severe lack of resources, specialized garments, and post-surgery care available to women navigating life after treatment.

We strip away the polished corporate talking points to discuss the hidden psychological toll of being the "strong friend" during a crisis, why she refuses to call her patients "survivors," and how to stop giving from a place of struggle so you can finally build the infrastructure to give from your overflow.

In this episode, we cover:

• The harsh reality of the breast cancer "What Now?" gap.

• How to actually show up and support someone going through a crisis.

• The 15-minute mindset shift that cures perfectionism and imposter syndrome.

Connect with Brittney Gray:

• Website: WeKnowBras.com

• Social Media: @WeKnowBras

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Produced by RLG Productions in Birmingham, AL.

Building a successful business isn't just about strategy; it is a constant mental battle.

On this episode of Off Script, host Ronnie Gatrey sits down with top-producing realtor and competitive fit model Tayler Murphy to break down the psychology of success. Tayler opens up about the "feast or famine" reality of commission-based businesses and why she believes the heavy burden of entrepreneurship is absolutely not for everyone.

We dive deep into her personal struggles with perfectionism , the fear of putting herself out there , and how she used the grueling discipline of a six-month bodybuilding prep to completely rewire her business mindset. If you are struggling to stay consistent when the initial excitement fades, Tayler explains exactly why motivation is only a temporary spark, but daily habit is the engine that actually drives results.

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• On the first full-length episode of Off Script, host Ronnie Gatrey sits down with Austin Senseman, co-founder of Birmingham AI and founder of Caravan AI. Austin discusses his unconventional journey from teaching in China and working in corporate finance to becoming a leading voice in the artificial intelligence space.

  
  

• We strip away the curated talking points to discuss the messy reality of entrepreneurship, why the worst-case scenario is just "getting another job" , and the moment he realized ChatGPT wasn't just a software update, but a new kind of "alien intelligence".

  
  

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The absolute best conversations happen after you stop recording.

We decided to keep the cameras rolling. In this official trailer for Off Script, guest Austin Senseman flips the microphone on host Ronnie Gatrey to ask the ultimate question: What inspired this show?

After years of helping other business owners tell their stories through RLG Productions, Ronnie realized that the most valuable insights aren't found in safe, rehearsed corporate talking points. They are found in the raw, unscripted moments.

Off Script strips away the curated questions to bring you honest, high-stakes conversations with Birmingham's top entrepreneurs, CEOs, and leaders. We talk about the real grind, the failures, the risks, and what it actually takes to build a legacy.

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