John “Schmidty” Schmidt is the owner of Schmidty’s Sports Barber, a barber shop in St. Paul that has been in business for over 28 years. Born on Fairview Avenue in Minnesota’s capital city, Schmidt was an only child, raised by a mother from Boston who instilled the importance of hard work and good ethics, even... Continue Reading →
The Long Road Through China (Book Preview)
I can’t tell the story of China without first sharing what precipitated my arrival in the People’s Republic. I had just finished a grandiose cycling tour across half of the United States, one that involved an immense amount of debauchery, a few bike-related mechanical issues, and the consumption of enough Grey Goose to keep the... Continue Reading →
SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: Caleb Carlson (Twin Cities Realtor)
I’ll admit, when it comes to real estate, I know next to nothing. And the idea of home shopping on the internet or an app sounds dreadful. But then again, the most expensive thing I own is my mattress, so I’m the wrong guy to ask about placing a value on material items. Thankfully, both... Continue Reading →