When Jacob, a struggling motorcycle mechanic from Reno, marries into a quiet, working-class family, he believes he’s finally left the chaos behind. But everything changes when he discovers the truth about his wife’s grandfather, Harry— a man long believed to be a railroad contractor, but who is in fact a legendary hitman in a secretive organization that uses the railroad as both cover and code.

Drawn into a world of buried names and hollow railroad ties, Jacob is forced to make a choice: Stay in the life of a struggling mechanic, familiar and comfortable, or take up Harry’s mantle in a deadly lineage that spans generations. With every milepost and job, Jacob learns the true meaning of loyalty, silence, and control — and just how far his predecessors went to preserve the order they were sworn to protect.

But as Jacob rises in the ranks of the hidden network known only to its members as The Genesee Corporation, old sins and new suspicions begin to surface. There are whispers of betrayal. Shifts in power. And not every name driven into the tie belongs to a stranger.

The Railrunner is a brutal, intimate exploration of legacy, violence, and the price of redemption, set against the rusted rail lines and desert highways of the American West.

About the author

Jacob Green is a millennial author and railroad contractor whose life on the tracks inspired his debut novel, The Railrunner. Raised in the American West and shaped by its grit, Jacob brings a working-class authenticity to his storytelling—where silence, loyalty, and violence ride the rails together. When he’s not writing, he’s leading his motorcycle club, raising his kids, and exploring the backroads of Nevada in search of the next story.

Episode #43 | Travis Calvert & Steven Daniell — Inside Reno Harley-Davidson, Motorcycle Culture & The Future of Harley

In this episode of the Fourth Street Live Podcast, Jacob sits down with Travis Calvert (Marketing & Events Manager) and Steven Daniell (General Manager) from Reno Harley-Davidson for an in-depth conversation about motorcycles, culture, and the future of the Harley brand.

Steven shares his journey starting at just 17 years old and working his way up to GM, while Travis dives into the evolution of Harley’s community, events, and the growing inclusivity of riders today. Together, they break down what makes the Reno Harley scene unique—and why it stands out nationally.

This episode goes deep into:

• ​The evolution of Harley-Davidson culture and how it’s changed over time
• ​Why the Harley community is unlike any other brand
• ​The rise of performance builds, dyno tuning, and the “Biggest Little Speed Shop”
• ​New vs old Harley models (Dyna, FXR, Low Rider S, Pan America)
• ​What Harley is getting right—and wrong—at the corporate level
• ​Why community, events, and group rides are the backbone of the brand
• ​The truth about customization, horsepower, and modern Milwaukee-Eight engines

They also get into real rider talk—first bikes, builds, mistakes, and what actually matters when you’re on two wheels.

If you ride—or you’re thinking about getting into motorcycles—this episode gives you a raw, inside look at the culture behind Harley-Davidson and why it still dominates the game.

Full episode out now.

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DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Fourth Street Live, its hosts, producers, or sponsors.

Fourth Street Live is hosted by Jacob Green, a Reno-based author, musician, biker, and storyteller, bringing raw conversations about recovery, motorcycles, and local culture.

Episode #42 | Lisa — From Addiction to Freedom, Bay Area Recovery & Radical Self-Growth

In this episode of the Fourth Street Live Podcast, Jacob sits down with Lisa to talk about her journey from addiction to long-term recovery—and the reality of what it actually takes to stay clean.

Lisa opens up about growing up in the Bay Area, getting clean in Contra Costa County, and eventually moving to Reno in search of something different. She shares what recovery looked like early on—navigating cliques, loneliness, and learning how to build real relationships from scratch.

This isn’t a sugar-coated story.

Lisa dives into the hard truth about recovery culture, including toxic dynamics in the rooms, learning boundaries, and what it means to truly feel safe—especially as a woman in recovery. She breaks down how addiction shows up in more than just drugs, and how healing requires more than just putting substances down.

From getting hit by a car while using, to finally surrendering and rebuilding her life, Lisa’s story is about growth, accountability, independence, and learning how to thrive alone before building anything with anyone else.

This episode touches on:

• Bay Area recovery vs Reno recovery
• Why making friends in sobriety is harder than people admit
• Boundaries, self-worth, and personal growth
• The difference between isolation and solitude
• Dating, relationships, and staying clean
• Why surrender—not strength—is the key to recovery

Real, unfiltered, and honest—this is one of the most raw conversations yet.

Full episode out now.#FourthStreetLive
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#RecoveryJourney
#Sobriety
#AddictionRecovery
#RenoPodcast
#BayAreaRecovery
#WomensRecovery
#SelfGrowth
#MentalHealth
#12StepRecovery
#RealStories
#HealingJourney
#Surrender

Railrunner | Novel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Struggling with Addiction? 1-800-662-HELP

DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Fourth Street Live, its hosts, producers, or sponsors.

Fourth Street Live is hosted by Jacob Green, a Reno-based author, musician, biker, and storyteller, bringing raw conversations about recovery, motorcycles, and local culture.