Solving America's Problems — America's Opportunities: From Conversation to Candidacy

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Jerremy Alexander Newsome

co-host and candidate

Jerremy Alexander Newsome talks like he runs—full speed, heart first. An author, Ironman athlete, and entrepreneur, he's become one of America's clearest voices for education reform that builds safety and prosperity while restoring an abundant mindset for every family. As host of Solving America's Problems, he turns big ideas into real action.

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Jerremy Alexander Newsome is a visionary entrepreneur, wealth strategist, and passionate advocate for educational reform. A stocks and options educator, author, and dedicated teacher at heart, Jerremy has helped countless individuals achieve financial independence.

Beyond his financial acumen, Jerremy is an Ironman competitor and ultra-endurance athlete, demonstrating his commitment to personal growth and pushing boundaries. As a husband and father of three boys, he understands the importance of creating a legacy of prosperity and opportunity.

Deeply aware of how the traditional educational system falls short, Jerremy is on a mission to revolutionize education in America. He aims to create a new system that fosters wealth, health, and prosperity for all. Through his work and the "Solving America's Problems" podcast, Jerremy brings his talent for simplifying complex topics to address critical national issues, always with an eye toward innovative solutions and positive change.

Background

Jerremy Alexander Newsome was born on May 2, 1988, in Canton, Georgia, and grew up in Statesboro, Georgia. He earned an associate's degree from Santa Fe Community College in 2006 and a bachelor's degree in business management from the University of Florida in 2009.

From 2006 to 2012 he worked at Nationwide Insurance in a range of roles. On November 5, 2014, he co-founded Real Life Trading, a Nashville-based stock-trading education company, with Angie Barbosa and Albert Kiteck. He led the company as chief executive until November 5, 2024, when he sold his stake to co-owner Tony Pawlak.

Since July 2020 he has co-hosted the podcast Broke to Woke, later renamed Broke to Awoke, with Britnie Turner. Since 2025 he has co-hosted Solving America's Problems with Dave Conley. He is the author of How to Retire on 3K (2018), Money Grows on Trees (2019), The Naked Trader (with Michael Thomsett, 2020) and Master Yourself, Master the Markets (2022).

An endurance athlete, he has completed two full IRONMAN triathlons, IRONMAN 70.3 Florida, the Long Haul 100 trail race (January 2024) and eight 29029 Everesting challenges. In November 2026 he is running the Great World Race: seven marathons on seven continents in seven days.

He lives in Las Vegas, Nevada, with his wife, Svetlana, and their three sons.

Bio last updated: October 2026

Dave Conley

co-host and producer

Dave Conley is a technology pioneer and entrepreneur dedicated to solving America's most pressing challenges. As one of AOL's youngest executives, he helped shape the early internet before serving at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office during the 2008 financial crisis. His career spans technology accelerators, venture capital, and philanthropy. A personal health journey transformed him into a wellness advocate and speaker.

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Dave Conley is a technology pioneer and entrepreneur dedicated to driving positive change in America. As one of AOL's youngest executives, he helped shape the early internet with a mission to transform the world. This commitment and a JFK inspiration for public service led him to a senior executive leadership role with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, where he fostered innovation during the 2008 financial crisis while simultaneously earning a Master's of Science in Business.

Dave then co-founded a technology accelerator, launching ventures across various sectors. A personal transformation became the catalyst for his next chapter, inspiring him to lose over 150 pounds and become a wellness coach helping senior executives transform their lives. This journey led to public speaking engagements and an (as yet!) unpublished book on personal growth and navigating midlife.

Returning to entrepreneurship and passion for social impact, Dave transitioned into social impact venture capital and later partnered in a philanthropic startup. Now, continuing his lifelong dedication to public service, doing good, and changing the world, Dave co-hosts "Solving America's Problems," a podcast seeking positive conversations and amazing solutions to building a better America.

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Before you ask

Community first. Candidacy is the movement.

Jerremy is running for office. Serving you comes first, and the campaign follows. That's how we get there.

When is he running?

Not yet. The movement comes first; the campaign follows. He is running — this is how he gets there.

What party?

Undetermined. We don't believe in team jerseys — and "politician" shouldn't be a job you write on your taxes. Service is a calling.

Where can I listen?

Wherever you get podcasts. Audio-first, with video spots landing weekly.

The weekly podcast that turns real conversations about America's toughest issues into a movement — built by people who believe the best and brightest should serve their country in government, not chase Wall Street or Silicon Valley.