"I am the honest friend everyone needs, but nobody wants." Brooke Scarcella… wife, hair stylist, bodybuilder, and much more. Brooke and I discuss her pivoting from full time student athlete to full time business woman. What her journey has been like building her hair styling business from the ground up. A career that blossomed from passion and curiosity she had as a little girl. Then what led her into body building and her journey to becoming a Professional Bodybuilder. The uniquely similar prin...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 80
The Queso Queen 🧀😂. Katie and I talked about how during the pandemic she made the jump to San Diego. Desiring change and to get an experience outside her comfort zone. Her thoughts on school and the judgement school puts on individuals who don't take a traditional path. How vulnerability is a strength, her love for queso, and much more!
Nov 18, 2023•58 min
"We Learn By Navigating Our World Through Personal Experiences." Ashley Crawley is my cousin and one of my favorite humans. Our relationship is more of a Big Brother Little Sister type. We discussed what it was like growing up together, the family dynamic, and how we were raised differently than most. Coming from a family where nothing is given to you and everything is earned. Growing up in Buffalo, expanding her world view by leaving for college and ultimately coming back home. What led her int...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 78
"Uncomfortable situations force you to grow & work through things." A childhood friendship, that has evolved and grown over the years. Zach Bruening is a friend of 15 years. Him and I discussed what is was like growing up together, playing lacrosse together, and similar experiences we both have shared. Life changes over those 15 years growing from being an average student, realigning his priorities to becoming a collegiate athlete. Discussing how crazy public school is from our POV, from wit...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 77
"You deserve to believe in yourself as much as you believe in others." Dani Riley is a SoulCycle instructor & Mental Health Advocate. Dani & I discussed her journey thus far in life. The highs and lows of mental health, and the role your childhood plays in forming the adult you are today. What is was like growing up essentially on a military base and being a quote "Rink Brat" as her Dad is the Head Coach of West Point's Hockey Team. Her personal mental health struggles she has faced and ...
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 76
"Why not? I live in New York City. Nothing is impossible." Mauricio Rodriguez is a Holistic Health Coach & Personal Trainer. Born & raised in the Dominican Republic, we discussed his journey moving to The United States. Upon his arrival, not knowing how to speak english, America was a culture shock to him. How this move has shaped his entire life. What his college experience was like and early career. The benefit of doing hard things & how if you don't go through it, it doesn't have ...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 75
“You Don’t Fit In When You’re Custom Made” - The Queen of Erie. Erie girls are built different according to her 😂. Maia & I discussed her journey from Mercyhurst to running her own business. What experiences she encountered transferring to the University of Auburn & back to Mercyhurst. Being someone who knows their worth, how she got her confidence to become an entrepreneur. Investing in herself, Real Estate, & much more!
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 74
A teacher once told her... "Don't think you did something wrong because you did it differently". As soon as she moved to NYC she said to herself "BITCH...I should have been here the whole time". Megan is a NYC Real Estate Agent & Social Media Consultant. We talked about her journey hopping from job to job, moving all over the country, and how this all led her to selling real estate in New York. The pros and cons of living in NYC, going viral on tik tok numerous times, and how detachment from...
May 05, 2023•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 73
Bootleg Drake...As former roommates we have a long history. Colin and I discussed his journey from Mercyhurst to Denver, Colorado. Not telling anyone, packing up leaving his hometown to start a new life. What that has done to his perspective on life and how doing hard shit on the daily has changed him for the better. Getting choked out by Asian Lady and much more!
Mar 17, 2023•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 72
Commercial Real Estate Broker, Investor, & former Hobart Hockey Player. Alex and I talked about the common foundations that exist between sports and business. How being persistent picking up the phone cold calling and networking will take you places you couldn’t imagine. What building a brand does for your reputation and much more!
Mar 10, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 71
"Everyone has an expiration date. Do what you want to do and do it when you want to do it." Head Baseball Coach at Depew High School. Just a guy that loves baseball, helps out the youth, and takes it day by day. 3x Coach of the Year & WNY Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee. Why character matters more than talent. His belief that developing the player is more important than winning at the youth level. After being diagnosed with ALS last July, his battle with the disease and the toll it has taken ...
Jan 17, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 70
“White Boys Do Crazy Shit, It’s a Whole Different Lifestyle” - Shnowman Dawkins Buffalo tailgate & local legend. Host of The Botch Pod and genius behind the Buffalo AF brand. What it was like hosting the Boys of 98 visit to The Ralph & how he connected with them. How he feels now that he is getting recognized in Buffalo after blowing up on Tik Tok. Having the best podcast guest list in Buffalo so far connecting with BSF & Buffalo Bills players. What the bubble hockey charity event fo...
Jan 13, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 69
The Candy Corn Queen 🤢🥴😂. Meghan and I discussed how she made her childhood dream of having an apartment in New York City a reality. Leaving her hometown to explore, meeting new people, and learning new perspectives on life. Being independent and how you can't put a price on experiences in your 20's. Why she thinks everyone should be in therapy or at least have a soundboard to be vulnerable. Lessons learned about herself as well as about life from her travels all around the world. Social medi...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 68
Videographer & live content creator for the NFL. Josh and I discussed his journey from a college media theory student to now working for the NFL. As a content creator for professional and collegiate athletes, behind the scenes of his process, and the power of branding. How he built a business portfolio by taking action betting on himself, and putting himself in a position to take advantage of new opportunities. The power of networking by being curious, genuine, and not a HATER. What you shou...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 67
Head Coach of Hobart's Men's Lacrosse Team. Coach Raymond and I discussed how his journey from playing at John's Hopkins winning a National Championship has transitioned into leading a Division 1 program as a coach. What he looks for when recruiting players, questions he asks on recruiting visits, and what the standard of his program is. What his thoughts are on surrounding yourself with the right people for opportunities in the future. Lessons and stories from his first 8 seasons as Hobart's He...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 66
Theresa and I discussed her admirable journey so far in life. The role her childhood has played into why she is in the psychology field and has a passion for helping others deal with trauma. Having a kid at 15 years old, how that has shaped her into the person she is today. Balancing school, being a Mom, and maintaining a career. What all that has taught her and much more! Another Mercyhurst Alum doing big things!
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 65
Beisbol en España. Chris Kwitzer former UB Bulls Baseball player (before the program canceled) & member of Spain's National Team. What his journey was like from high school baseball to the Division 1 level and beyond. Being a multi-sport athlete, what led him to going all in on baseball and what the sport has taught him about life off the field. The ups and downs of being a student athlete, thoughts on how schools can change for the better, and much more!
Oct 21, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 64
The MAN of THE PEOPLE...Trainwreck's Finest. Kody and I talked about his journey since graduating Mercyhurst to where he is today. How taking a chance on himself pursuing the ideas in his head have led to great opportunities in his young career. How building a foundation through action gives you an edge on the competition compared just relying on what your resumé says. What his hands on trial by error experience has been like, led him to, and much more!
Oct 14, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 63
"Teach the Man, Coach the Player"...One of North Dakota State Bison's Football Coaches. Mike talked with me about how having a few months free led to him doing a deep evaluation on himself and his environment. This deep reflection of self, allowed for him to take a massive leap of faith that landed him on the North Dakota State's coaching staff. The importance of seeking out mentors to help you on your journey both in life and your career. How the best opportunities are hidden in the leap of fai...
Oct 07, 2022•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 62
Teacher, Fitness Trainer, & everything in between. Gabby and I talked about her experience thus far being a 3rd Grade School Teacher and why she decided to become one. Making learning fun and how to make a lasting impact on a students life that they will carry with them forever into adulthood. How students ultimately enjoy school more with teachers that care about you as a person vs you as the student. As a fitness trainer and having worked with high level trainers, myths and bad practices i...
Aug 05, 2022•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 61
Nicole Levy...2016 ACC Rookie of The Year, former Syracuse lacrosse, and Athletes Unlimited Pro lacrosse player. How a childhood dream of playing Men's lacrosse manifested into becoming a great Women's player. Her creative fun style of play and daring to take risks led her to being 1 of 10 girls ever to score 200pts at Syracuse. Now coaching at the University of Florida, Nicole talked about how the best coaches teach the game and empower their players. Growing the love of the game before we grow...
Jul 29, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 60
Dalton Sulver, former High Point University & current Buffalo Bandits lacrosse player. We talked about his journey in lacrosse to where he is today. Being from Texas a non traditional lacrosse hot bed, how he made it to a Division 1 program and ultimately playing pro. Where his love for the game & curiosity to become better came from. The impact his college coach has had on him and much more!
Jul 22, 2022•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 59
🇨🇦THE BOZ 🍁 oh CANADA… Chris Willman is a former Hobart Lacrosse and current NLL player for the Rochester Knighthawks. We talked about what his experience was like coming to school in the States. How Brodie Merrill played a role in getting him to the next level. Now working as a coach, conversations coaches should be having with kids before committing to schools. Btw don’t touch this man’s drum set 👊🏼
Jul 16, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 58
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Jul 01, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 57
CUE** God's Plan ** | Abigail Nashwinter is the Owner of Bleached by Abigail Lee, the first in Buffalo Bleached Clothing & Everything in between. She started the small business back in 2017 as a way to show off creative pieces in the Lewiston Art Festival. After initial success, her side hobby blossomed into a full scale business. Abigail and I talked all things business, from the work life balance business owners take on. Mental Health, the unknown side of being your own boss, and how impor...
Aug 03, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 56
Hurst Train coming thru🚂☘️!!! Trevor Vargo is a former Mercyhurst Lacrosse player and now doctor. We talked about how we went from HS rivals to college teammates and the funny stories that come along with that. How he was able to balance being a team leader while prepping for Medical School. What the path to Med School is like, the work load and lifestyle of being a full time student. College classes that were a waste of time vs those that mattered and much more.
Jul 26, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 55
WOAH Nellie 😂. Nellie is a former Mercyhurst Lacrosse player and graduate. Currently finishing up grad school and living out West. Nellie and I talked about the alternative universe that Mercyhurst is and how she ended up going to school there. What led her out to Colorado and why she made the jump. Studying exercise science, what training and health is to her. How we have to be mindful on social media, as it can cause us becoming trapped in our own personal thoughts. Taking risk, believing in ...
Jul 10, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 54
The goal was 25 for 25 but the pandemic stopped that from happening so she went 24 for 24. Traveling to 24 countries by her 24th birthday. After graduating college Shawna took off backpacking Asia for 3 months alone by herself with no friends or family. Prior to that she traveled Europe and other countries as well. We discussed experiences her and I both had. Perspective shifts we both have had after reflecting on our travels outside of America. How these travels have opened our eyes to ideas we...
Jul 02, 2021•57 min•Ep. 53
5 Bottles of wine later, and going glass for glass at a rehearsal dinner has brought us here. Esther is a newly admitted Attorney and former Division 3 Lacrosse player. We talked about how despite being polar opposite growing up, we've grown close over the years. What the journey was like cracking her shell going outside of her comfort zone away at college. Becoming a team captain as a Sophomore, life lessons she's gained from playing sports, and behind the scenes of Law School. Bonus story (how...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 52
Once a little guy asking for my help, to playing on the big stage himself. From winning the first ever section title for Lancaster to becoming apart of St. Bonaventure’s first ever lacrosse team. Ben and I discussed his journey in lacrosse and how adversity in sports has given him the biggest life lessons. We also touched on mental health and his plans of becoming a Doctor post college. Once of the nicest kids you could meet.
Jun 29, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 51
