As the Co-founder and CEO of Encouraging Leaders, Marc Braun is an exceptional man who helps executives grow profit. Marc coaches top talent who are working to become the courageous decision makers they are meant to be. By getting comfortable with the uncomfortable, he helps executives overcome fear and grow into their next level of success.For Extra Innings: https://youtu.be/sBTplwCuEIwWebsite: https://www.encouragingleaders.com/

Dr. Galen Buckwalter CEO and Co-Founder of psYML and Aseem Giri, CSO of psYML, join Joel Goldberg to discuss the ways human understanding meets product empowerment, which in turn creates revolutionary human experiences. The two professionals have leveraged pysch at scale to change the big data game. With decades of experience in the science of personalities, their platform has fine-tuned the art of forecasting behaviors. Through customizing interactions, psYML is forging micro-connections that maximize performance.Website: https://psyml.co/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jgbuckwalter | https://twitter.com/psyml_co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/psymlco/

Chaz Wolfe is as high-performing as they come. He’s an entrepreneurial mastermind delivering an experience like no one has ever done. As the leader of an elite-class, his model guides by example. And from that model, he has built a prestigious community of professionals who are grateful but never satisfied. He is the ignitor behind Gathering the Kings. It’s one part business intensive, another part podcast, and together they challenge the limits of mindset, work ethic and most of all…results.For Extra Innings: https://youtu.be/_C0Im3h-3HkWebsite: https://www.chazwolfe.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chazwolfe/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chazwolfe/

A pragmatic businessman who bootstrapped his way from blue collar to tech titan joins Joel Goldberg on this episode of Rounding The Bases. Bryan Clayton is the globetrotting CEO and co-founder of GreenPal, a marketplace that has been dubbed the “Uber for Lawn Care”. From one chore came two thriving business empires, and a model that’s as much of a win for small businesses as it is for homeowners. Website: https://www.yourgreenpal.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryanmclayton/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/bryanmclayton

If anyone thought the Midwest was only good for incredible podcasts and championship sports teams, the joke is on them. Here in the heartland, we also claim fame as the hometown to a fresh crop of comic geniuses, much like today’s guest. Taylor Kay Phillips is the perfectly mannered, Emmy-award winning writer for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. But as a woman driven by her own insatiable vision of success, it’s no surprise that her credits roll on. With the upcoming debut of A Guide to Midwestern Conversation, she’ll add author to a list of accolades that would make any mother proud. In it, she breaks down the nuanced phraseology of flyover states, making readers smile because it’s funny…and laugh because it’s true. Website: https://www.taylorkayphillips.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tkayp24/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayKayPhillips For Extra Innings with Taylor: https://youtu.be/BUO2VOEa3po

Work can - and should - be fun, no matter what. Just ask Andrew Dowis who has built a company culture few can match by focusing on benefit before the bottom line. He is the CEO of Pro Athlete Inc. and since joining the e-commerce juggernaut, he’s earned legions of fans within his very own team, whose ultimate goal is to blow people’s minds. It’s a different approach to business that produces the winning results. And while it might not be easy, it will always be rewarding.For Extra Innings with Andrew Dowis: https://youtu.be/nKKmeBNJPgAWebsite: https://www.proathleteinc.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewdowis/

Today on Rounding the Bases, Joel is joined by a man whose faith is as endless as his ministry. He built a house where critical thinking and theology could unite to know, love and serve. He gives a voice to the space between scripture and secular, creating a living faith that’s as awe-inspiring as it is profound. Reverend Adam Hamilton is the Senior Pastor at Church of the Resurrection. By virtue of position and talent, he founded the largest - and arguably most influential - Methodist Church in the United States. It’s a place where sanctity isn’t limited to the pulpit. Instead, it’s a daily celebration of an exhilarating journey nearly 35 years in the making…and it shows no signs of slowing. Website: https://www.adamhamilton.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revadamhamilton/?hl=en Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/revadamhamilton/with_replies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorAdamHamilton/

It's a great day in Major League Baseball as it marks Opening Day 2023. In the MLB, all players have exponential talent, and it is the right attitude that allows you to use it. On this episode, Joel sits down with a World Series Champion who is known for his fastball, but maybe even more for his leadership. Jeremy Guthrie is the man of today’s hour and one of Joel's newest broadcast teammates. He’s bringing the heat once again. This time…from the media booth. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjguts/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRealJGuts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealJGuts/

It is time for our "Best of the Month" episode, and for March we are showcasing the conversation with Mindy Corporon and Jake Goldman. One act of kindness can make a ripple, but many can create a powerful wave of change. And it’s just what today’s guests have set out to do by finding positivity from pain. Mindy and Jake started a movement called SevenDays that is adjusting mindsets in defiance of intolerance. With education and understanding, it shows all walks just how alike they really are. And joins hands while bridging hearts to outshine hate forever, spreading the light of kindness to all corners of the world. Website: https://sevendays.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/givesevendays/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/givesevendays Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/givesevendays/

Nicki Cole is a top-notch executive who has a reputation for solving the most taxing tech challenges, and she does it with an energy that makes innovation look easy. She is the Vice President of Technology at H&R Block and lynchpin of its most critical initiatives in recent history. As a professional solutions engineer, leading her team through complex situations is all in a day’s work. But it's a role made easier when empowerment and attitude unite, maximizing gains for everyone. Extra innings with Nicki Cole: https://youtu.be/Z27FqXbsmU4Website: https://www.hrblock.com/

For today’s guest, active duty may be a thing of the past, but "actively doing" is her way of life. Meet Theresa Garza, the public servant who changed the face of Kansas City legislation, and has kept it in ship shape ever since. While blazing a new trail in governmental affairs, she flexed a passion for community and leadership skills that many can only dream of. And in doing so, energized the civic landscape for women, veterans and people of color in ways that will sustain for generations to come.For Extra Innings with Theresa Garza: https://youtu.be/vFeuz4BWzuMWebsite: https://www.spireenergy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treinkc/?hl=en

Today's episode features the brains behind the Rounding The Bases operation...the ones that make Joel Goldberg look good ;) Three remarkable women, Ashleigh Sterr, Colleen Lotz, and Kendall Jackson are the women who help manage the JGM Brand. Colleen has a 17-career in sports broadcast production, Ashleigh recently left the corporate world to start her own business, and Kendall a young budding professional with a creatively bright future. They represent all walks of life, but most importantly...what it means to be a woman and a mom in the workforce. Colleen Lotz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenlotz/Ashleigh Sterr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-sterr-6aa052171/Kendall Jackson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-blair-jackson/

To be alive may be comfortable, but to live is worth fighting for. On this episode of Rounding the Bases, Deb Krier joins Joel Goldberg to discuss a life should be exhilarating, and anything less than that simply isn’t acceptable. Deb is an unlikely survivor who has unlocked the cure to anything…including cancer, and her remedy is in truly living. On her journey, she’s built a tribe that energizes the warriors while honoring their battle. And with compassionate honesty, Deb has found a way to beat the diagnosis every. single. time. No matter the end result. For Extra Innings with Deb, please visit: https://youtu.be/C8AzQnM0oQcWebsite: http://tryingnottodie.live/ | https://debkrier.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/debkrier Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedebkrier/

Today’s guests are a team of creative community builders writing a sweet new HERstory for minority-owned businesses. Xavier Hankins and Ashley Rudd are the co-founders of Brown Sugar Collective, an inclusive network designed exclusively for women of color. As equal parts resource and support system, it fills the need they uncovered on their own entrepreneurial journeys. And empowers members to become forces of change, flourishing together in the sisterhood of success.Website: https://www.brownsugarcollective.com/upcoming-events Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brownsugarcollective.kc/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrownSugarCo_kc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brownsugarcollective/

When the stakes are high, change can’t wait. Making civic-minded champions all the more valuable. In this episode, one of those champions joins Joel Goldberg. Wendy Doyle is a fearless advocate for women who has been igniting critically important conversations about equality for thirty years. She is a change accelerator who brings an exhaustive pedigree of achievements to her role as President and CEO of UnitedWE. The organization may be local to Kansas City, MO, but its influence on female empowerment can be seen - and felt - from coast to coast and beyond. For Extra Innings: https://bit.ly/RTBWendyDoyleWebsite: we.org/">https://united-we.org/

One act of kindness can make a ripple, but many can create a powerful wave of change. And it’s just what today’s guests have set out to do by finding positivity from pain. Mindy Corporon and Jake Goldman of SevenDays join Joel Goldberg to discuss a movement that’s adjusting mindsets in defiance of intolerance. With education and understanding, it shows all walks just how alike they really are. And joins hands while bridging hearts to outshine hate forever, spreading the light of kindness to all corners of the world. Website: https://sevendays.org/

We wrap up an amazing month celebrating Black History Month. We heard from remarkable black leaders, entrepreneurs, black men and women who are all making an outstanding difference in this world. On this episode, we celebrate Dr. Nicole Price who has ignited an empathy revolution that is setting traditional leadership ablaze. Using a unique brand of problem solving that’s enhanced by technical skill, she’s helping leaders shine brighter than ever before. She is an author, speaker and CEO of Lively Paradox, where teamwork begins with celebrating differences. She’ll make you laugh and she’ll help you climb to the illuminating heights you were meant to reach. For Extra Innings with Dr. Nicole Price, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBNicolePriceWebsite: https://livelyparadox.com/

Today’s guest is a woman in STEM who has cracked the code for a more TEQuitable tomorrow. Her self-developed leadership dexterity isn’t just changing the trajectory of economic growth. It’s actually solving the problem of representation in technology. Meet Tammy Buckner, co-founder and CEO of WeCodeKC, the minority woman-owned solutions company that is closing the tech talent gap. With innovative thinking, she created a pipeline of future ready professionals ranging from alpha coders to career rebooters. And is proof that with the right skills, anything is possible.For Extra Innings with Tammy: https://bit.ly/RTBTammyBucknerWebsite: https://wecodekc.org/

On this episode of Rounding the Bases Joel is joined by a self-made professional who is a cut above the rest. DeJuan Bonds is the MVP barber behind every KC Champion and then some. He’s also the owner of Purple Label Luxury Barbershop, the place to go for an old-school experience with new school flair. With the best hands around, he’s raised the bar on grooming services for the modern man - and sometimes even woman. Because you ARE your best when you LOOK your best, whether you’re a superstar on the field or a superfan in the stands.For Extra Innings, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBDeJuanBondsWebsite: https://www.purplelabelkc.com/

A fantastic conversation as we continue to honor Black History Month. Joining the show is a modern-day Renaissance man who does business with style. As a self-proclaimed jack of all trades, he claims skill at much and mastery of nothing. But his credentials suggest otherwise. Jordan Williams is the fashionpreneur behind Keefe Cravat neckwear and producer at the branding agency, Barkley. He’s on a mission to bring good to many. And with simple conversation, ties vision to purpose in the ultimate show of great taste. He also offers wisdom and heart when discussing the significance of Black History Month...this is a conversation you don't want to miss!Extra Innings with Jordan Williams: https://bit.ly/RTBJordanWilliamsWebsite: https://keefecravat.com/

Today's guest is a person of action who has spent a lifetime in pursuit of service and protection. It’s been a relentless journey that has led him from healing hearts to radical new starts for those breaking through to the next level. Don Carter, a speaker, executive coach and author who brings a vibe that’s nothing short of transformative. Using principle-driven purpose, he helps high-performing individuals shift the focus from what’s wrong on the outside to everything that’s right on the inside. And by embracing transition as a necessary experience, helps others grow into the most authentic, successful version of themselves. For Extra Innings with Don Carter, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBDonCarter"Love with no Place to Land": https://www.lovewithnoplacetoland.com/

Today’s guest is an innovator who went from quietly bothered to audibly empowered. He did it by making wealth management personal, for a result that doesn’t just excel, it elevates everything. Toussaint Bailey is the Founder and CEO of Uplifting Capital, a private equity platform where ROI is measured in impact. He’s created a model that aligns values with investing. And using the power of intention, has influenced ripples of change that can be felt around the world. For extra innings, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBToussainBaileyWebsite: https://upliftingcapital.com/

Today’s guest has ignited an empathy revolution that is setting traditional leadership ablaze. Using a unique brand of problem solving that’s enhanced by technical skill, she’s helping leaders shine brighter than ever before. And it begins with being courageous enough to care. Her name is Dr. Nicole Price, the author, speaker and CEO of Lively Paradox, where teamwork begins with celebrating differences. She’ll make you laugh and she’ll help you climb to the illuminating heights you were meant to reach.Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://bit.ly/RTBNicolePriceWebsite: https://livelyparadox.com/

The next generation of creative problem solvers has arrived. He's the resident hype man everywhere he goes, and he has a flair for working out challenges and making them fun. It’s a gift he has honored, and leveraged into a distinguished career. His name is Adam Miller, the newly-minted Head of Diversity and Inclusion at American Century Investments. As their ace of authenticity, he brings gregarious levity to serious subjects. And by creating spaces that are safe for all, has forged a legacy that prospers with purpose. For Extra Innings with Adam Miller: https://bit.ly/RTBAdamMillerWebsite: www.theworkoutkc.com Joel Goldberg Website: https://joelgoldbergmedia.com/

Time for our "best of the month" episode and January brings us Ashley Mahoney! She’s an unapologetically bold entrepreneur who is leveling up businesses like you’ve never seen before. Ashley is the Owner, CEO and OG creative force behind Hello Big Idea, a small - but mighty - agency that’s blowing the lid off of everything in its path. With unmistakable ambition and moxie to spare, this sometimes-sarcastic champion of women lives for pushing the envelope into edgy new territory. And is ready to take your next idea there, meeting it anywhere from brainstorm to beyond. Check out the YouTube video: bit.ly/RTBAshleyMahoneyAshley's Website: https://www.hellobigidea.com/

On this episode a special teams stalwart who’s a champion on - and off - the field joins Joel Goldberg for a fantastic conversation. From the biggest little town in the South to the heart of the Kingdom, comes the punter you know and probably even love, regardless of your home-team allegiance. He’s the incomparable Dustin Colquitt, a family man carrying on the family tradition of rings, records and football domination. But perhaps his most enduring legacy is the strength of character that converts in the endzone and beyond.

Uncommon success begins with profoundly impactful leadership. Here in Kansas City, there’s nobody who understood that better than Mr. K himself, the incomparable Ewing Marion Kauffman. Using timeless principles, he built a winning strategy that worked as well in business as it did in baseball. Joing the podcast are two innovators using the basics of "yester-year" to fuel the business execs of tomorrow, Dr. Myles Gartland, the Dean of Rockhurst University’s Helzberg School of Management and Dave Pickhardt, co-founder of the FUEL Leadership Forum and former senior executive at Marion Laboratories. We’ve seen what great leadership can do, now they’re showing us how with an actionable approach to breakthrough performance. Because well planned, always leads to well done. Youtube Link: https://bit.ly/RTBFuelWebsite: https://www.fueltolead.com/

Dr. Chris Jenson followed his purpose in life from the ER…to the classroom, where tutelage became treatment. He’s the best-selling author and Senior Advisor of Diagnosing Education. Using data-backed framework, he's taken action to inspire change within social districts everywhere and redesigning the way educators teach in the name of mental health. By facing challenges head on, he does more than just diagnose the problem. He brings the focused solutions wanted - and needed - to actually reverse the impact. For Extra Innings with Dr. Chris Jenson, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBChrisJensonWebsite: https://www.diagnosingeducation.com/

Episode 827 features a team of pharmacists on a mission to spread good health through access to life - and quality of life - saving medications. Dr. Michael Fink, Liz Sutherlin and John Yost of Pharmacy of Grace, are breaking the cycle of unmanaged medical conditions. Since opening its doors in August 2022, the patient experience has been at the forefront of everything the state-of-the-art charitable drugstore does. By removing care limitations, Pharmacy of Grace provides affordable and sustainable prescription medications to our most vulnerable populations. Website: https://pharmacyofgrace.org/ To watch the episode, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBPharmacyOfGrace

Every business faces challenges, but today’s guest on Rounding the Bases is known for bringing the solutions, and he does it with a creative hands-on approach that’s proven to succeed. Mike DeMaio is the Founder and Managing Director of Crown Financial where its CFO services may be fractional, but the results don’t stop for the small and mid-size businesses it serves. With expert direction, Mike positions clients for success, supporting their full ascent to the top. More with Mike DeMaio, visit our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/RTBMikeDeMaioWebsite: https://crowncfo.com/

In this episode, Joel sits down with two entrepreneurs who found a way to make an old favorite new again. Bronson Kistler is the alchemist behind Bronson’s Milk Punch. It’s a new drink that calls for unconventional ingredients to create something that’s as unique as it is clear. His business partner Joel Carron finished things off with a twist, completing its revival into a modern spirit staple. In the traditional context, none of this should make sense. But somehow it does…and its sensational. Extra Innings: https://bit.ly/RTBBronsonandJoelWebsite: https://www.bronsonsmilkpunch.com/

Ashley Mahoney is an unapologetically bold entrepreneur who is leveling up businesses like you’ve never seen before. She is the Owner, CEO and OG creative force behind Hello Big Idea, a small - but mighty - agency that’s blowing the lid off of everything in its path. With unmistakable ambition and moxie to spare, this sometimes-sarcastic champion of women lives for pushing the envelope into edgy new territory. And is ready to take your next idea there, meeting it anywhere from brainstorm to beyond. Extra Innings with Ashley Mahoney: bit.ly/RTBAshleyMahoneyWebsite: https://www.hellobigidea.com/

On episode 823, we’re following the leader to a new way to connect, and it begins with meeting people right where they are. Rachel Hanfling is the charismatic talent of RH Media world and international keynote speaker with an energy you can’t escape. As an Emmy-nominated producer, her mastery of the art of framing influenced some of the biggest names on the small screen. And now, using the same proven media strategies, she coaches clients how to command attention of the masses and move them to action. Rachel Hanfling Website: https://www.rachelhanfling.com/ Catch the conversation on YouTube: https://bit.ly/RTBRachelHanfling

We are rounding out our "Best Of" series with Joel's hero. Bob Costas is the most distinctive broadcasting personality of our generation. His acclaimed career made him a household name, bringing the spirit of competition from marquee events to you in a way that only he could. He is an icon and Emmy-award winning legend who has been sharing indelible moments for more than 40 years. As the face of American sports, no event from Super Bowls to Olympics has been left untouched by his eloquence and versatility. But despite all that he’s seen, nothing can compare to the special connection he has with baseball. Happy New Year to all of our listeners, we are forever thankful for you all!

As we continue our "Best of" Series as we round out 2022, we hear an incredibly inspiring conversation with Mindy Corporon. For many, April 13, 2014 was just another Sunday. For Mindy, it marked the day her life trajectory was altered forever. Headlines circulated around the world when the open fire of an antisemetic gunman took the lives of her father and 14-year old son, leaving her as a grieving mother and daughter with a decision to make. And in the face of unimaginable tragedy, Mindy Corporon chose to respond with - what she calls - courageous kindness, a rare form of bravery that cannot be deterred by pain. Despite her soul shattering loss, she has spent the last seven and a half years making each new day a little better than the one before it, uniting people in kindness and shining her light on peace. Mindy Corporon Website: www.mindycorporon.com

As we continue our "Best Of" Series as we reflect on our 2022 season, we replay a fantastic conversation with a retired soccer pro turned coaching phenom, though maybe not in the sense you would expect. Leadership isn’t about what you do well, it's about what you help those around you do well. This is where Brian Roberts excels, and has played a first-hand role in coaching countless others to achieve their own potential. Not just in the workplace, but on the pitch and in the community. In his sports career he played defender. As Lockton Companies’ Chief Diversity Officer, Executive Vice President and newly-appointed Chief Operating Officer of its Midwest Series, he continues to play defender of its culture and market position. But his primary focus is on the talent, and how he can help each and every individual achieve things even they didn’t know they were capable of.

We're ringing in the Holiday Season on Rounding The Bases with a "Best Of" Series. We reflect on what an incredible year it has been with tremendous guests! We start the series off listening back to one of our favorite episodes of the year. With a reputation for being one of hip-hops most unconventional rappers and his signature rapid-fire flow, our guest has earned notoriety around the world. With credits that include 17 studio albums, a BET Nomination and repeat appearances on the Forbes list, his accolades kick almost as hard as his bone fide beats. Stomp your feet and clap your hands for the City of Fountains’ very own platinum recording artist, Tech N9ne. For more conversation with Tech N9ne, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBTechN9ne

On this powerful episode of Rounding the Bases, Joel Goldberg is joined by a fearless truth teller who is intent on changing someone’s world. Her name is Caroline Markel Hammond, the high octane survivor, Founder and CEO of the Safe in Harm’s Way Foundation, which is a quiet resource for victims, by victims. Caroline is flipping the script on feeling small with a big campaign that’s lighting up skies - and billboards - across the country, beginning in Time Square itself. With a simultaneous confidence and vulnerability, she walks alongside others searching for their own way out. And grants them validation that when their time is right, she’ll be there, ready and waiting with the resources they need. Resources for those suffering abuse, please visit: https://intentionallyfearlessmission.com/carolinemarkelhammondWebsite for Safe In Harm's Way: https://safeinharmsway.org/Caroline Markel Hammond Website: https://carolinemarkelhammond.com/ For Extra Innings with Caroline, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBCarolineMarkelHammond

Jeff Gueldner grew up with a ball in his hand, and for years, every shot he took earned a swoosh of success. When a series of setbacks brought his world crashing down, it took a winning attitude and a team of unconditional supporters to help him bounce back. He is a KU basketball analyst and former guard, and though college hoops fans will recognize his name from the 1988 Championship team, his latest project is a whole different ball game. Jeff’s new book is a story of triumph after tragedy, and an incredible reminder that even though life won’t always be easy, rebounds are possible. But the ultimate act of resilience begins with your own perspective. For Extra Innings with Jeff Gueldner please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBJeffGueldnerJeff Gueldner Website: https://jeffgueldner.com/

Good health doesn’t just happen in public, it happens to the public. And on this episode of Rounding the Bases, Joel's guest is determined to make quality care accessible for all, regardless of the zip code they call home. His name is Patrick Sallee, the President and CEO of Vibrant Health whose commitment to helping others has made being well a community affair. He’s harnessed the power of many for a new approach to healthcare that celebrates differences with a singular focus. One patient. One future. And one life that despite the challenges, can still be brilliant. For Extra Innings with Patrick Sallee, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBPatrickSalleeWebsite Information: vibranthealthkc.org

Dr. Tina Youngblood is a renowned health tech executive who matches capital with breakthrough science. The results are unprecedented, and so are the dynamic gains. With a leadership style best known for challenging the status quo, she brings the vision and experience to transform your organization - and global philanthropy - from good to great. Dr. Tina Youngblood is the prodigy of process redesign and Chief Enterprise Officer at TechAccel. From sustainable solutions rooted in integrity comes a results-oriented approach that puts horizon to your hand. And with it, feeds culture, industry and humans in need around the world. For Extra Innings with Dr. Tina Youngblood, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBTinaYoungbloodWebsite: https://techaccel.net/

In a world where every cancer has a cure, we wouldn’t need heroes. Until then, we have people like Deliece Hofen, whose own experience with the untreatable inspired an advocacy bigger than her fear. She is the President of Braden’s Hope, the non-profit founded after her own son’s devastating diagnosis. As a survivor in her own right, the self-proclaimed MOMcologist finds joy in life’s simplest pleasures while working tirelessly to fund precision-based research. And does it all with the hope - SO much hope - that one day, every childhood cancer hero will have a cure.For Extra Innings with Deliece please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBBradensHopewww.bradenshope.org

We hope all of our listeners had a wonderful Thanksgiving! As we wrap up November, we bring back a great conversation with Jesse Cole. Jesse is a two-time best-selling author, in-demand speaker and owner of TikTok’s favorite team, The Savannah Bananas. His unprecedented aptitude for fun earned him viral popularity in a way that few things have. But a willingness to take risk - even fail - helped him discover a fan-focused movement that will keep you on the edge of your seat, in baseball and in business. Jesse Cole's Website: https://findyouryellowtux.com/about/ Follow Jesse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowtuxjesse/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YellowTuxJesse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/yellowtuxjesse

As we approach Thanksgiving, we pause for quick episode with Joel's good friend, Jeff Landsman. Jeff has so much to be grateful for in his life, but doesn't only recognize his blessings on Thanksgiving. He takes a moment out of every single day to reflect on his life and all he has to be thankful for...a quick moment of his day that he attributes to countless amazing gifts in his life. Jeff's Website: http://www.phase6productions.com/

Natasha Kirsch is a social entrepreneur who is breeding new opportunities for impoverished families. She is the Founding CEO and Executive Director of Pawsperity. It’s an innovative non-profit on a mission to end the cycle of generational poverty. By training parents in the high-demand trade of pet grooming, they are able to overcome barriers to workforce entry and turn their lives around. With strength and influence, Natasha empowers one family at a time to rise above their past, and create a gainful, new future for themselves. For Extra Innings with Natasha visit: https://bit.ly/RTBNatashaKirschWebsite: https://thegroomingproject.org/

Business is as much about what you know as who you know. Today’s guests on Rounding the Bases are a dynamic duo of computer engineers who are helping foster thoughtful relationships…faster. Their names are Matt Achariam and Zach Hamed, the co-founders and Co-CEOs of Clay, an innovative social network that has set a new standard for relationship management. It’s nuanced design is both intuitive and sophisticatedly simple, empowering you to once again build authentic connections in our ever-connected digital world. For Extra Innings with Matt and Zach please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBClayWebsite: https://clay.earth/

One act of giving can change somebody’s world, but one heart of giving has the power to transform. As the magic of another holiday season draws near, sharing its warmth should be at the top of each of our lists. But the greatest gift any of us can give is dignity and inclusion to someone who needs a little help shining brighter this year. Nina Kimbrough is the Executive Director of the Johnson County Christmas Bureau, and her passion for service is helping low-income neighbors from newborn to nursing home find joy and wonder once more. A single person can make a difference. This year, let that person be you. JCCB Shopping is 12/2-12/10. For more information, please visit: https://jccb.org/ Extra Innings and fun with Nina: https://bit.ly/RTBNinaKimbrough

It takes courage to make a big impact, as well as hope, dignity, and most of all, human connection. Dan Pearson is the Director of International Programs at Unbound, a global organization that has been challenging poverty since 1981 with its radically personalized approach. By working alongside diverse populations of marginalized and vulnerable, Unbound inspires confidence in each of the millions that it serves. And is helping them bridge divides and overcome great odds by showing just how capable and unique they truly are. Unbound Website: Unbound.org/roundingthebases

We’re dancing around the bases today with an episode that is bound to be BANANAS. Jesse Cole is an entrepreneurial sensation who does business differently. He has - and this is no exaggeration - transformed America’s pastime into an unforgettable baseball circus known around the world. It’s got new rules, new moves and a new fan experience that has taken the game by storm. Jesse Cole is a two-time best-selling author, in-demand speaker and owner of TikTok’s favorite team, The Savannah Bananas. His unprecedented aptitude for fun earned him viral popularity in a way that few things have. But a willingness to take risk - even fail - helped him discover a fan-focused movement that will keep you on the edge of your seat, in baseball and in business. For more about Jesse Cole please visit: https://findyouryellowtux.com/about/

How do you measure success? If you ask today’s guest, it’s not by what you finish, but rather, what you have the initiative to begin. Her name is Becky Blades, the artist, award-winning entrepreneur and delightfully quick-witted author who beckons you to give your ideas a fighting chance. After all, only YOU know where they want to go. Her latest literary project is a poignant celebration of the art of beginnings, a little something she calls StARTistry. With musings rooted in first-hand experience, she helps you bring every inkling to life, and add color to your own along the way. For Extra Innings with Becky Blades visit: https://bit.ly/RTBBeckyBladesFor more information about Becky visit her website: https://www.beckyblades.com/

Happy Halloween! It is time for our monthly round-up of our "best of" episodes. This week we feature Joel Goldberg's conversation with the legendary, Bob Costas. He is a sports icon and Emmy-award winning phenom who has been sharing indelible moments for more than 40 years. As the face of American sports, no event from Super Bowls to Olympics has been left untouched by his eloquence and versatility. But despite all that he’s seen, nothing can compare to the special connection he has with baseball.

Rounding The Bases continues with the final part of a robust panel discussing the importance of making health care more equitable in underserved communities and the impact it can have on people from all backgrounds. Dr. Ahmad Garrett-Price, Chandra Clark, and André Davis offer more insight, real life examples, and solutions to help positively affect people and save lives.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is a critical element to business, and this latest installment of Rounding The Bases focuses on a specific area of DEI. In a two-part series, Joel welcomes a panel to discuss making health care more equitable in underserved communities. Dr. Ahmad Garrett-Price, a family physician and founder of GP Health in Dallas offers insight on the topic, along with Chandra Clark, an executive director of a non-profit geared towards research, education and support involving a rare disease. Executive André Davis rounds out the group with thoughts from the business world. To watch the video portion, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBHealthEquityPart1

The guest on this episode is the apex of venture capitalism known as the Houdini of Hedge Funds. Before rattling cages on Wall Street, he was bringing down the house advantage as a professional Blackjack player, where a reputation for collecting chips and taking names preceded him. Joel Block is the multi-hyphenate CEO of Bullseye Capital with a penchant for futuristic market disruption. Wicked sharp wit and mind-bending motivation transformed him into a no-holds barred rainmaking machine at the intersection of success and significance. But his most competitive advantage was playing by the rules to get there. For extra innings with Joel Block, visit: https://bit.ly/RTBJoelBlockWebsite: www.joelblock.com

We lead off season 8 with the voice of an icon, Bob Costas. His acclaimed career made him a household name, bringing you the spirit of competition from marquee events in a way that only Bob Costas could. The legendary Emmy-award winning broadcaster has been sharing indelible moments for more than 40 years. As the face of American sports, no event from Super Bowls to Olympics has been left untouched by his eloquence and versatility. But despite all of his amazing adventures in sports, nothing can compare to the special connection he has with baseball. Click here for the Pedro Stopes story Bob Costas shares during the conversation https://www.nbcsports.com/chicago/chicago-cubs/cubs-pedro-strop-accepts-apology-bob-costas

Season 8 is upon us and we cannot wait to bring you stimulating and inspiring stories. Joel is ecstatic about his upcoming lineup...leading off with one of his personal idols, a sensation in the broadcast world. Listen to find out who's waiting in the clubhouse for Season 8!

Time for our "Best of Rounding the Bases" series! On this episode we recap the conversation with the co-founders of Operation BBQ Relief, Stan Hays and Will Cleaver. The two pitmasters have served 10 million meals to those in times of desperate relief who have suffered through natural disasters.Website: https://operationbbqrelief.org/

Burton Rocks is a sports agent and attorney best known for shattering sports contract precedent and has co-authored with greats from the sandlot to the silver screen, catapulting his moniker into the echelons of pop culture. He can even claim fame as the first lawyer featured on a Topps baseball card. His path wasn’t always easy. In fact, his is a story largely influenced by the challenges he faced as a child. It was when he committed to thrive despite adversity that quantifiable change began in his own life and for those around him. For Extra Innings with Burton Rocks visit: https://bit.ly/RTBRocks

Most of the time, Joel Goldberg spends his days in front of a television camera. On this episode of Rounding the Bases, Joel is joined by someone who spends his time behind one. His name is Howie Zales of HJZ Productions, the Emmy Award winning visual storyteller who has fine-tuned his craft for decades, making every seat the best one in the house for watching high-profile sports and entertainment. When in-person events came to a grinding halt, he made an unexpected pivot into media entrepreneurship. With great expertise and an even better attitude, he found a way to show up, delivering when the world needed it most. For extra innings with Howie Zales please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBHowieZalesHowie Zales Website: https://www.howiezales.com/

Marc-Antoine Bonin and Emeric Noel are the Montreal-based CEO and CPO behind Planned. It’s a first of its kind marketplace that’s streamlining corporate events like never before. Since 2017, it has simultaneously disrupted an industry and commanded the attention of the world’s most powerful corporations, transforming the planning process from stressFUL to stressFREE. With a bursting portfolio of carefully selected vendors and real-time user transparency, Planned takes the guesswork out of planning. All that’s left to do is show up and enjoy. For Extra Innings with Marc and Emeric please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBPPlannedPlanned website https://planned.com/

Challenges are inevitable. It’s how you respond to them that defines you. When today’s guest received a life-changing diagnosis, her future was anything but certain. But she knew without a doubt that she wanted to do more than just survive, she was going to thrive, which is exactly what Kim Becking did. She is the multi-hyphenate rockstar of resilience with a reputation for success. She’s an entrepreneur, celebrated philanthropist and best-selling author whose honesty and energy have captivated audiences for years. Educated by experience and gifted with time, Kim encourages her audience to see adversity as motivation, and empowers them to reclaim a life that’s better than ever before. For Extra Innings with Kim Becking please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBKimBeckingKim Becking Website: https://kimbecking.com/

Baseball tales are full of notable figures. But history would be incomplete without mentioning the most prolific - and arguably most forgotten - man in the sport. The Hustlin Ted P. Sullivan was the legendary founder and unrivaled huckster considered at one time to be the "grandaddy" of the game. His name was practically synonymous with it back when the west was wild and The Show was even wilder. So who was this Irish rogue who was regarded as the greatest baseball mind in America? Joining Joel are Tom Coffman and Pat O’Neill, hobby scribes and co-biographers of the book Ted Sullivan: Barnacle of Baseball. Together they’ll tell his tale, and even some facts, to lovers of good baseball and blarney alike. Ted Sullivan, Barnacle of Baseball: https://www.amazon.com/Ted-Sullivan-Barnacle-Baseball-Unrivaled/dp/1476684782For Extra Innings with Pat and Tom visit: https://bit.ly/RTBTedSullivan

Neysa Page-Lieberman is curating a new school of thought in the house of feminist practices. She’s a champion for equality who demands a voice for the invisible laborers of contemporary art. By rejecting tradition in favor of the radical, she’s reimagining its very definition, and recreating one where the role of women is cast in high relief. Neysa Page-Lieberman is the sparkling, ambitious Co-Founder and Co-Creator of Monuments to Movements. With obsessive curiosity, she’s honoring the communal accomplishments so central to our shared identity, and forcing an evolution that is full of endless possibilities. For Extra Innings with Neysa please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBNeysaMonuments to Movements Website: https://www.monumentstomovements.org/

As we head into Labor Day weekend, Joel is joined by two pitmasters who answered an unexpected call to serve in the aftermath of catastrophe. In May 2011, an F5 tornado wrecked havoc on Joplin, Missouri. As news outlets across the country broadcasted footage of the devastation, they knew they couldn’t just sit idly by. So they mobilized a caravan of meat smokers and set out to deliver the healing power of bbq. For those who have nothing, a hot meal is everything. And since then, Stan Hays and Will Cleaaver have served nearly 10 million of them. Stan and Will are the co-founders of Operation BBQ Relief, which they’ve grown from a grassroots effort into a national network for disaster relief. For more information, visit: https://operationbbqrelief.org/

We're rounding out another great month of Rounding the Bases! This is a different episode, but a fantastic one as Joel Goldberg takes his audience behind the scenes on the streets of Cooperstown. Covering the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame Induction has always been a dream for Joel, one that became a reality when the late, great, legendary Buck O'Neil was inducted in July 2022. In this episode, we hear the sounds from Cooperstown as Joel interviews Hall of Famers, fans, and friends capturing the spirit of Buck O'Neil.

Mike Foster is the founder and innovator of Lazser Down. The veteran coach needed a couple of seconds and a small screen debut to realize traditional sideline technology was lacking. But it took years of trial, error and fine tuning to finally get it right. Now that prototype has become a product, and it’s giving teams an undeniable advantage measured in yard, foot or inch. The future of football has arrived, and it’s ready for kickoff. For Extra Innings with Mike Foster, visit: https://bit.ly/RTBMikeFosterwww.lazserdown.com

Andrew Forman, is the Founder and CEO of Givz, the marketing platform that’s driving an important shift in retail behavior. From his groundbreaking idea came a better way to conduct business that’s as simple as a discount but as impactful as a donation. His proven model has become imperative to the identity of the most socially conscious brands. And it’s not just profitable, it’s philanthropic, and actually changing the world. Givz Website: https://www.givz.com/For Extra Innings with Andrew Foreman, visit: https://bit.ly/RTBAndrewForman

Suzyn Waldman is an icon of the airwaves. She’s the trailblazing pioneer with a Boston accent who built a home - and a legacy - in the Bronx. She walked away from the bright lights of Broadway to make a different kind of mark for herself in the male-dominated world of sports. Now nearly four decades later and against most odds, she’s changed baseball’s broadcast game for women and men everywhere. The National Radio Hall of Fame Inductee and legendary Yankee’s color commentator overcame sexism, discrimination and critique sometimes with grace, but always with grit. In doing so, she succeeded when many thought she wouldn’t, and became a stalwart of the game as deeply woven into pinstripe lore as the hard hitting legends who came before her.

Today’s guest is a tenacious entrepreneur whose story is as American as apple pie. Her name is Karen Boyd and she’s the owner and managing director of Patrice’s Culinary Collective. The recipe for her success requires one part inspired southern tradition mixed with two parts discerning quality. Sprinkle in four generations of home-taught skill...the result is an urban epicurean experience unlike any other, and it’s finally ready to be shared. Her repertoire includes soulful food and state of the art instruction, offering a feast for the senses, no matter your craving or culinary persuasion. For Extra Innings with Karen please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBKarenBoydWebsite: https://www.patricesculinarycollective.com/

Dr. Dean Gray is the Vice President of Defense and Health at MRIGlobal, a renowned Midwest research institute based in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Gray is responsible for the company's business operations across national security and defense and global health profit and loss units. With empathy and intention, he diligently monitors the international bio-landscape, leveraging science and tech to solve some of humanity’s most complex problems. For extra innings with Dr. Dean Gray please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBDeanGrayMRIGlobal Website: https://www.mriglobal.org/

Father Thomas Curran, S.J., is the newest past president of Rockhurst University who broke the mold of Jesuit tradition on his mission for scholarly excellence. With a literal handful of degrees and penchant for transformative leadership, he reinvigorated a community’s dedication to social justice. And from “the least” came the house that wisdom built, along with a city he’s leaving better than it was before.

Before you can sell your brand to the world, you have to know what attracts the world to your brand. So how do you do it? By tapping into the power of emotive marketing, not to sell, but to attract. Brian Gregory, the CEO of Admanity, a marketing consultant firm, joins Joel Goldberg to discuss the next generation in marketing, which is to tap into the emotional side of your advertising to draw in your audience. A fascinating concept that just might be what your business is missing. For extra innings with Brian please visit: https://youtu.be/cBA8DbbeSbYFor your free offer with Admanity email: info@admanity.com and mention this podcastAdmanity Website: https://admanity.com/For Extra Innings with Brian, please visit: https://youtu.be/cBA8DbbeSbY

A different episode for Rounding the Bases, but a fantastic one as Joel Goldberg takes his audience behind the scenes on the streets of Cooperstown. Covering the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame Induction has always been a dream for Joel, one that became a reality when the late, great, legendary Buck O'Neil was inducted in July 2022. In this episode, we hear the sounds from Cooperstown as Joel interviews Hall of Famers, fans, and friends capturing the spirit of Buck O'Neil.

We are rounding out another month, which means we are airing our "Best of July" episode on Rounding The Bases. This episode features Bonnie Hagemann of EDA Inc, the world class firm at the forefront of workplace equality. She may be the Chief Executive, but don’t call her the boss. She’s a leader whose deep expertise is changing the way the world does business from the top down. By amplifying the strengths they didn’t know they had, she’s setting blue chip culture ablaze, and laying the groundwork for the workplace of tomorrow.For extra innings with Bonnie please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBBonnieHagemann

There’s a saying that people don’t leave companies, they leave bosses. As workers continue to demand better, Joel's guest would argue that what many are calling the "great resignation" is actually a “treat me like a human” revolution. She’s a celebrated academic from New Orleans weighing in on the new school of leadership for our post-pandemic world. Her name is Dr. Michelle Johnston, the best-selling author, award-winning executive coach and Gaston Chair of Business at Loyola University of New Orleans. With compelling research, she’s facilitating seismic mindshifts, and positioning leaders to retain their talent. We may be working in a digital world, but authentic human connection can still reign supreme. For extra innings with Dr. Michelle Johnston, visit: https://bit.ly/RTBMichelleJohnstonDr. Michelle Johnston Website: https://michellekjohnston.com/

As Major League Baseball heads into one of the greatest weekends of the year, the Hall of Fame Induction, Joel sits down with Kiona Sinks who is prepping for what will be one of the most significant weekends of her career. Kiona is the Community Engagement and Digital Strategy Manager for the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. And this weekend, Kiona will witness the legendary Buck O'Neil being inducted into the Hall of Fame. Buck O'Neil played a major role establishing the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, where Kiona now proudly carries on his legacy. With the same legendary spirit as the late, great Buck O’Neil, Kiona also highlights black achievement in America’s pastime and advancing a community where all walks and colors can equally share in its joy. For more conversation on this young emerging leader visit: https://bit.ly/3yGhhF1Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Website: https://www.nlbm.com/

Mental health is a conversation Joel has had many times on Rounding the Bases because of its importance. A startling one in five people will struggle with mental health during their lifetime. That’s twenty percent of the population. Yet still, a stigma remains and resources are lacking compared to traditional healthcare. Kelly Specht has made it her life’s work to raise mental health awareness. On June 23, 2017, Kelly's oldest son Carl took his own life. He was an All-American kind of guy with brains, brawn and enviable career success, but this illness doesn’t discriminate. Carl’s Cause was born, and his parents Kelly and Bob set out to raise awareness about mental health. Four years later, they’ve raised more than $350,000 and saved countless lives by reminding us that it’s okay not to be okay, and help is just a phone call away. For more on Carl's Cause visit: https://carlscause.org

Our guest is serious about making business relationships fun. He’s a big picture thinker whose business ownership success strategies aren’t just proven, they’re supercharging the entrepreneurial community. Paul Kirch is a podcast host turned founder of the exclusive think tank that’s like rocket fuel for your business. He calls it BOSS Academy, but most just call it awesome. What began as a simple ambition to bring like-minded professionals together has evolved into a growth acceleration platform that packs a major punch. With a master mind set on collaboration and his own set of rules, he’s facilitating successes one breakthrough at a time.For extra innings with Paul Kirch visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkN3GInQ2nMPaul Kirch Website: https://www.paulkirch.com/BOSS Academy: https://www.bossacademy.com/

Fear can be a powerful motivator. If given the opportunity, fear can create dysfunction through ultra-competition and chaos. But for those savvy enough to frame it appropriately, fear also has the potential to become our greatest teacher. Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas are the founders of Co-Creation and authors of the bestselling book "UnFear". They are masters of organizational transformation and have unlocked the secret to not just harnessing fear, but channeling it to achieve breakthrough performance. With their proprietary four-part framework and human-centric approach, they’re reshaping the mindset behind traditional workplace models. And in doing so, creating cultures of learning and engagement, where fear-based behaviors are a thing of the past. Co-Creation Website: https://cocreationpartners.com/Unfear: https://unfearbook.com/

In every thriving business, the product may be its heart but the company’s culture is its soul. Culture can light the fire that sets mediocre companies apart from the stuff of legends. Bonnie Hagemann doesn’t just know culture, she lives and breathes it…into her company and those of her clients. She is the CEO of EDA Inc, the world class firm at the forefront of workplace equality. She’s a leader whose deep expertise is changing the way the world does business from the top down. By amplifying the strengths companies didn’t know they had, Bonnie is setting blue chip culture ablaze, and laying the groundwork for the workplace of tomorrow. Connect with Bonnie Hagemann https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhagemann/For more conversation with Bonnie visit: https://bit.ly/RTBBonnieHagemann

Happy 4th of July! For this holiday episode, we are sharing one of our favorites from the year that celebrates our military and our country. Kelli Campbell-Goodnow and Colleen Katzenberger are members of a distinguished class of military spouses known as Gold Star Wives. The Gold Star Wives are survivors of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom. Kelli and Colleen are two of countless spouses who were given the insurmountable task of keeping their soldiers’ story alive while also rewriting their own. Folds of Honor, an incredible organization that provides support and scholarships to spouses and children of America's fallen helped the women to chart new paths forward for themselves and their families. Now, through their work with Folds of Honor, Kelli and Colleen are paying it forward, and helping other military families who are forced to deal with the unimaginable.

It's the end of the month, which means we're airing our "best of" episode! This month, we are featuring Jason Benetti. Jason's story is one of inspiration and grit. He pursued a dream and made it his reality. He is one of a kind and a man to be admired. Listen to his amazing story as he became the voice of the Chicago White Sox...and a star in more ways than one. For more conversation with Jason visit our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/RTBJasonBenetti

Today on Rounding the Bases, we’re pulling back the mask of workplace culture and getting real. Here to help us do it is the pro of power dynamics whose expertise is as innovative as it is disruptive. Meet Dr. Kevin Sansberry, the behavioral scientist, author and founder of KEVRA: The Culture Company that is leading the movement against toxic workplaces. With an aptitude for authenticity and research-informed solutions, he’s at the forefront of a cultural revolution. By detoxing organizations and shifting mindsets, he’s improving the practices that help high performance teams cultivate genuine change…no pretense required. For more conversation with Dr. Kevin Sansberry head to https://bit.ly/RTBKevinSansberryhttps://www.kevraconsulting.com/

Today’s guest is nothing short of a dynamo. He’s equal parts DEI authority and entrepreneurial wonderkid whose purpose-driven thinking has earned him international renown. Arthur Woods, global best selling author, subject matter expert and perpetual champion for workplace diversity is the man of the hour. His tech prowess is unmatched by most, with countless more who stand to benefit from his hiring inclusivity index, his proprietary, first of its kind tool. His inspired TEDx talks grant you permission to lean into your inner hero, and his e-platform Mathison promotes equality in the workplace on an unprecedented scale. With unstoppable New York energy and a splash of Miami flair, he’s blazing a trail for underrepresented job seekers around the world, and won’t quit until each of them has found their perfect match. For more about Arthur Woods check his websites:www.arthurwoods.com and https://www.mathison.io/

Today’s guest on Rounding the Bases has a passion for introducing good people…to each other, to modern approaches and to perfect-fit workplaces As so many people in the workforce reconsider their professional future, how do they navigate change and find the ideal culture that will enable them to succeed? One person knows best, Casey Wright. Casey is the President and Owner of Chief of Staff, the Kansas City recruitment firm building the workforce of tomorrow, from entry level to executive. Meeting the challenges of the future means building a business unlike any other. So with proprietary techniques and a team of the best, he’s bringing his industry into the now, building connections that matter for job seekers and creators alike. Chief of Staff Kansas City Website: https://www.chiefofstaffkc.com

Retired MLB pitcher Kevin Moran and NHL center Matt Lombardi consider themselves opposites. But after each sustained his own career ending injury, the former classmates found commonality in the thrill of elite competition. A lifetime of pushing their bodies to the brink had them in need of a safe, effective remedy to their aches and pains. And so Beam was born. The all-natural, pharmaceutical grade and 100% THC-free CBD lifestyle products were the answer they had been searching for. Beam changed their lives, and now the co-founders are on a mission to empower people to live happier, healthier lives as well. For more conversation with Matt and Kevin visit our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/RTBMattandKevinBeam Website: https://shopbeam.com/

There’s bravery, and then there’s my guest today, who is downright fearless. Throughout her career, she’s been esteemed as the secret weapon to high-stakes contract negotiations with some of the world's largest financial institutions. Her name is Mary Redmond, the always passionate and sometimes shocking body language boss more commonly known as the Fearless Negotiator. She’s a businesswoman who means business, and manages to do it all by wearing many hats, literally and figuratively. As an experienced coach, speaker and trainer, Mary helps her clients turn the no’s into yeses and challenges into opportunities. After all, everything is negotiable, if only you are fearless enough to ask.For more conversation with Mary visit our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/RTBMaryRedmond

He may not consider himself to be an inspirational person, but Jason Benetti is one of the most profound, humble (and inspirational) men in baseball. He aspired to become a sports broadcaster and was lucky enough to make that dream his reality. He has claims to fame on both ESPN and NBC, though is best known as the voice of the Chicago White Sox. He has followed in legendary footsteps creating his own unique and different path. For more with Jason Benetti visit our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/RTBJasonBenetti

On this episode, Joel talks with a serial entrepreneur and political prodigy behind the best kept secret in real estate. His first foray into politics was at the age of 22, with a grassroots campaign aimed at returning his hometown to glory. He finished in a close second, but the campaign opened his eyes to the influence that property ownership has on shaping local communities. Five years later, he’s the quiet riot who’s shaking up an entire industry. His name is Luke Babich, CEO and Co-Founder of Clever Real Estate, the revolutionary approach to buying and selling. By creating a more affordable process, his startup from St. Louis is opening more doors to home ownership than ever before, bridging divides from coast to coast.For more conversation with Luke Babich visit: https://bit.ly/RTBLukeBabichWebsite: https://listwithclever.com

Leadership is a journey, not a destination. In this episode, Joel sits down with the brains and unrelenting passion behind a truly remarkable achievement nearly two decades in the making. Joining him is Dr. Roy Jensen, a brilliant pathologist, widely published scientific authority and the Director of the University of Kansas Cancer Center. His vision put Kansas City on the map, medically speaking, and was a process he will admit was no walk in the park. With persistence, he led the effort in earning our region its first ever NCI designation, a major success in itself. But there was still room to become even better. Under Dr. Jensen’s tireless guidance, the University is now well on its way to becoming a comprehensive cancer center, a rare appointment reserved for the most elite. He’s on the cusp of the ultimate achievement, and only time will tell what he accomplishes next.

Time for our "Best of the Month" episode! Danny Beckley took over as executive director of the Kansas City Symphony in 2019 and found himself navigating the pandemic months later. The entertainment industry took a massive hit during Covid, yet the Kansas City Symphony figured out how to stay sharp and in rhythm by continuing to play in a unique way.

As we approach Memorial Day, this episode provides a truly vulnerable and courageous discussion with two remarkable women, Kelli Campbell and Colleen Katzenberger. Kelli and Colleen are members of a distinguished class of military spouses known as Gold Star Wives. They are survivors of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom. Kelli and Colleen were given the insurmountable task of keeping their soldiers' stories alive while finding a way to rewrite their own often times finding a loss of words. Folds of Honor helped the women create a legacy for themselves and their children. By offering support and scholarships, Fold of Honor helped these women chart new paths forward. Now, through their work with Folds of Honor, Kelli and Colleen are paying it forward, and helping other military families who are forced to deal with the unimaginable. As we honor our fallen brothers and sisters this Memorial Day, let us also remember the ones they left behind. The heroes preserving the memory of their service forever.To hear more of the conversation with Kelli and Colleen, please visit: https://bit.ly/RTBKelliandColleenFolds of Honor Website: https://foldsofhonor.org/ Folds of Honor Annual Gala: https://www.fohevents.org/denimanddiamondskc/?controller=home

For 20 years, John Mikos provided people with creative thinking tools giving them the chance of equal opportunity to reach their full potential. And in doing so, he’s made a mark on preserving a societal legacy. He is the President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City. While the goal of the YMCA is to strengthen a community, the pandemic brought paralyzing ambiguity, which gave John the opportunity to take innovative measures keeping the YMCA's mission alive. He mobilized essential services, offering a critical lifeline to a vulnerable urban core, and brought the culture of excellence he so aptly fosters to the forefront. With leadership that’s as reliable as the YMCA itself, John has made certain that as long as there is a need for exploration and growth, the YMCA will be there to help make it happen.

While on an assignment in London, Heath Wessling learned about the concept of wellness and discovered a strong passion for finding a healthy way in all aspects of life. After investing nearly two decades building a career in health tech, he left corporate life to pursue his passion. Now he’s the Owner and Founder of the award-winning Kansas City Wellness Club, an all-encompassing respite in the historic heart of downtown. He invites us to press pause on the modern stressors of our ever-connected world, and cultivate mindfulness of our best selves, kindly leaving hustle at the door, if only for a while. For more conversation about wellness with Heath Wessling, check out https://bit.ly/RTBHeathWesslingKansas City Wellness Club Website: https://www.kcwellnessclub.com/

Maki Moussavi is the fiercest of the anti-hustle variety, and she would like to welcome you to your discomfort zone. It’s the place conventional career advice tells you to avoid, and also where she found her authentic self. In a previous version of her life, this relentless high achiever reached heights on the corporate ladder, but that was before she started living on her own terms. Today, Maki is an author and coach who empowers you to do the same. By granting permission to reject tradition or even bend the rules, she helps uncover your own truth and pursue your most fulfilling, successful life, whatever that may be. For more with Maki Moussavi check out our YoutTube Channel: https://bit.ly/RTBMakiMoussaviMaki Moussavi Website: https://www.makimoussavi.com/

Joel's guest on this episode has an affinity for bringing the right people and organizations together. Membership is his passion, so it's fitting that his firm is dedicated to making the connections that allow them to thrive. Joining Joel on Rounding the Bases is Lucas McCann, the President and CEO of Core Affinity, whose calm is legendary and professionalism exceptional. His leadership has paved the way for growth and transformative change that are rooted partnerships. And as the undisputed expert at aligning vision with solutions, he skillfully enhances the value prop for clients and employees in equal measure.For more conversation with Lucas please visit our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/RTBLucasMcCannCore Affinity Website: https://coreaffinity.com/

On this special Mother's Day edition, Joel Goldberg welcomes his mom Nancy Goldberg to the podcast as well as his brother Marc Goldberg. Marc and Joel's full conversation is a past episode, but we repurpose the brotherly chat as they talk about their childhood and the love and respect they have their mother. Nancy has a fantastic story, one that the boys greatly respect and admire. They tribute much of their successes to both parents, but Nancy's story is unique and incredibly inspiring. Happy Mother's Day!

Brandon Calloway is one entrepreneur with two businesses, and each is an opportunity for him to design a better kind of world. As a graphic novel artist, he founded Dark Moon Comics where his characters normalize black heroes in their crime-fighting worlds. Perhaps more notably, Brandon is also the CEO and Founder of Kansas City G.I.F.T, where he works vigorously to close the wealth gap in Kansas City and forge a path to more equitable prosperity. To date, G.I.F.T has granted more than $500,000 in assistance to local, Black-owned small businesses. By making early startup capital and technical expertise available for traditionally underserved communities, he’s playing a leading role in the fight against systemic racism. To hear more from Brandon Calloway and his mission please visit our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/RTBBrandonCallowayKansas City G.I.F.T website: https://www.kansascitygift.org/Dark Moon Comics website: https://www.darkmooncomics.com/

On this episode of Rounding the Bases, the spirit of innovation and the tradition of music unite in perfect harmony. Innovation and music may not be the most obvious pairing, but for Danny Beckley, the two have always been inextricably linked. Danny Beckley is a peerless trombonist, distinguished leader, and most notably the Executive Director of the Kansas City Symphony. His foundation may be classical, but his approach to business is anything but. Danny’s repertoire is heavy on entrepreneurship, as evidenced by Kansas City’s evolution into an artistic stalwart on the music scene. And under his continued orchestration, it’ll continue its crescendo to the ranks of world-renowned Symphony with a sound that’s as richly unique as its distinctive style. For more conversation with Danny please visit the YouTube link: https://bit.ly/RTBDannyBeckleyThe Kansas City Symphony Website: https://www.kcsymphony.org/

As we wrap up another great month on Rounding The Bases, we celebrate Sam Mellinger as he transitioned into his new role as the Kansas City Royals Vice President of Communications. After spending 21 years as a writer for the Kansas City Star, Sam made a massive pivot last winter, as he moved into his new role working for the team he covered for decades. It's a success story of changing career paths, switching industries, and continuing to pursue one's passions. Joel talked to Sam about the differences in building trust and relationships in his old role versus his new one, plus leadership, culture and some baseball.For bonus coverage with Joel and Sam please check the YouTube link: https://bit.ly/RTBSamMellinger