Ohana Kava Bar w/ Matt Clark

For Episode 6 of Season 4 Robert is joined by Matt Clark, owner of Ohana Kava Bar. The two discuss the origins and uses of the plant medicine known as Kava, their mastermind alliance, future plans, and several trips down memory lane. This is one for the books!

 

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Show Notes:

1:38- Every important business meeting in Fiji and the South Pacific begins with drinking Kava first before discussing any issues. 

3:37- Matt Clark and Robert Patton have been in a mastermind group for the past four years.

6:05- One of the suggestions Patton gave Clark for his business, Ohana Kava Ba, was to open earlier than 3:00 PM.

8:40- “I describe Kava to a lot people as alcohol, coffee and cannabis coming together to party without any of the negative side effects.” (Clark) 

11:23- Kava is a tropical shrub grown throughout the South Pacific where the temperatures are more stable. 

13:49- Having a Kava farm in Hawaii is a big goal for Clark. 

16:44- Being kind and tolerant toward others is a good path because it lets you handle your business and not be focused on judging others. 

17:17- Clark has also been an entreprenuer, he started selling candy in middle school and then went on to selling watches and cleaning homes. He bought his first car at age fourteen and has been infatuated with them since. 

23:11- Kava can be a great way to become happy and relaxed very quickly. 

25:32- Clark worked in a union as a stage hand for many concerts and helped him continue to build a solid work ethic and hustle. 

26:38- Smoking cigarettes is a terrible idea. 

27:52- The Nakamal (Kava Bar) is the traditional setting for drinking Kava, Clark discovered this in Boca Raton, Florida at age eighteen. 

28:50- After becoming tired of nursing and missing having a Kava bar, Clark saved up his money to open up his own spot. 

32:50- Clark’s father provided for their family by working fifty, sixty and even sometimes seventy hour work weeks. He recommended finding a job where you don’t have to work so much that you miss time with your family and friends. 

38:46- There is an ongoing debate between Tonga and Hawaii about who has the better Kava. 

43:00- Working in the ER as a nurse has given Clark the ability to work fast paced and proficient even under pressure. 

45:12- Clark is working toward getting his employees full benefits, but for now everyone is on a pension plan. 

48:20- Do not mix Kava with alcohol, it will make you very nauseous. 

49:45- Infusing CBD into a Kava shot is Clark’s most recent product. 

52:40- Sending out love to others is something that can be transmuted in your daily life. 

56:42- When you’re used to being very energized with caffeine, drinking Kava in the daytime might not be the best option. 

1:03:05- “I’m addicted to work.. to the hustle.” (Patton)

1:05:15- Clark misses surfing and admits that he is addicted to it. “You’re one with the wave and the planet.”

1:10:15- Judaism is something that interests Patton and Clark. 

1:11:30- The Power of Prosperity is one of Clark’s favorite books, it reinforces the good deed of giving to others. 

1:15:05- You have to be a good steward of the money. 

1:17:03- “The better you do, the more you can give.” (Clark)

1:19:20- It is important to be grateful for those around you that help you grow. 

1:21:05- Patton and Clark want to race each other once they both have their Tesla truck. 

1:22:42- Clark will be turning forty on December 3rd.