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The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 51 - Danny Rasp - The Biggest Heart in Business BankingIn this episode, we sit down with Danny Rasp — one of the Top Business Bankers at US Bank — whose journey to the top is filled with grit, growth, and a few great laughs along the way. Before he was dominating the banking world, Danny spent several years in speech therapy as a kid, even having to leave one school early to attend another that could better support his development. His early struggles shaped the communicator — and the empathetic professional — he is today. Danny opens up about the challenges of telling customers “no,” how even small irritations...2025-05-3149 min
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 50 - Mark Wehry - A Vocal Victory (859 Sports Radio)🎙️ "The Voice of the 859: A Conversation with Mark Wehry"Episode 50 of The FocalFlip Podcast has ARRIVED! Today, I sit down with Mark Wehry, the passionate founder and play-by-play voice behind (859) Sports Radio, a grassroots internet sports webcast dedicated to celebrating Northern Kentucky high school sports. From mimicking Marty Brennaman on cassette tapes as a 12-year-old to calling hundreds of live games today, Mark’s story is one of relentless passion, family roots, community pride, and a heartfelt comeback.We dive into how a kid from Covington—armed with a love for the game and a dee...2025-05-271h 17
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 49 - The Mental Game: A Conversation with Brandon SahoToday, at FocalFlip, we’re joined by Brandon Saho — a former sports reporter from Cincinnati who walked away from his dream job to take on something even bigger: opening up real conversations about mental health.Brandon shares his life story of battling depression, suicidal thoughts, and alcoholism, and how those struggles led him to launch The Mental Game podcast — a space where athletes, artists, and public figures talk openly about the things most people keep hidden.We talk about what it really means to find purpose after pain, and why choosing to be vulnerable has become...2025-05-1630 min
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 48 - Jake Thelen - A Colonel's Commitment (HC CovCath Hoops)In Episode 48 of The FocalFlip Podcast, I'm sittin’ down with Jake Thelen, the new head basketball coach at Covington Catholic High School — and let me tell you, this one’s cool. Jake’s story is what hard work, faith, and a love for the game is all about. Jake had a basketball in his hands probably before he could even talk — since he was 2 or 3 years old, folks around here could tell he had that spark. He went on to star at CovCath, and sits at #8 on the school’s all-time scoring list. From there, he took his...2025-05-1252 min
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 47 - Brantley - It's Simple, Just Be KindEpisode 47 brings us Brantley. I met Brantley two years ago when I met his mother, Samantha. Samantha and I started dating two years ago and we didn't introduce each other to our children for a few months into us dating. Well, when I met her son Brantley, I was blown away. I thought, "there's no way this kid is real." And when I say that, I mean he's the sweetest, smartest, most creative kid I've ever had the opportunity to meet. No offense to everyone else, but that was 100% my observation of him. After getting...2025-05-0423 min
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 46 - Quinton Day - Rook Digital MarketingEpisode 46 of The FocalFlip Podcast is a banger! Why? Because I sit down with Quinton Day — Founder of Rook Digital Marketing Agency and a true example of resilience and leadership. Quinton launched ROOK in 2016 with a mission to deliver custom digital marketing solutions that help businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs rise above the noise. Built on a culture of empowerment, Rook stands as a testament to what happens when you refuse to quit — a mindset captured in Quinton’s favorite quote: "You never lose if you never quit."Quinton shares his life story...2025-04-2857 min
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 45 - Angel & Yamil Rondon - A Puerto Rican PerspectiveEpisode 45 is HERE! This one features Angel Rondon and his son, Yamil. Yamil, a Senior basketball standout at Newport High School is a well-known young man in the Northern Kentucky area and his pops, one of the coldest photographers around. Throughout this episode we talk about both of their love for the game of hoops and how they were brought up playing the game. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Angel’s playing days were a little different. Outdoors all of the time, rain or shine, no towels to mop up wet spots, only newspaper. Ya...2025-04-071h 06
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 40 - Nathan Griffith - A Young Real Estate & Investing Prodigy with A StoryAt just 20 years old, Nathan Griffith is making moves in real estate, investing, and business development, helping others navigate homeownership and financial growth.In Episode 40, we meet Nathan, the Social Media Strategist – a guy with a sharp eye for marketing, Nathan creates engaging, funny, and educational real estate content that keeps his name on top-of-your-mind in Northern Kentucky and beyond. We then meet Nathan, the Master of the Hustle – from cold calls to networking events to creative deal-making, Nathans dedication is relentless, always looking for the next opportunity to buy, sell, or invest. Next...2025-04-0254 min
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 41 - Trent Steiner - A True PioneerEpisode 41 features Simon Kenton Boys Basketball Coach Trent Steiner. This coach, educator & administrator in Independence, KY was also one of my high school coaches from back in 2003, when basketball was A LOT different. A tough-nosed coach with a huge heart, Trent and I navigate through the history of Simon Kenton Basketball as I share my experience of what it was like playing for him, Scott Humphrey, Brad Carr, Jason Bach, Chris Riehmann and Jeff Stowers. Yeah.....it was like that. This episode is LOADED as we discuss the following topics and MORE... ...2025-04-021h 20
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 42 - Tarris Horton - Barbering, Bootlegging, Bible-Thumping, & Boundary PushingEpisode 42 presents Tarris Horton, one of the most interesting and unique people I've had the pleasure to meet. Tarris is a man that wears many hats that start off with being a barber that was born of a bootlegger and a bible-thumper. The Elizabethtown native, who was recently voted in as City Councilman in Dayton, KY, is a multi-talented, bubbly individual that has had his struggles in life too... When I asked him to describe himself, his response was... "I feel like I'm a Renaissance man, and I haven't found anything that I can't do...2025-04-021h 01
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 43 - Ricardo Johnson - Selflessness, Sacrifice, & SuccessIn Episode 43, I sit down with Ricardo Johnson, the head boys basketball coach at Holy Cross High School in Covington, KY. A proud Ohio University alum, Coach Ric takes us through his remarkable life story, beginning with the loss of his father at just 9 years old. While his mother worked tirelessly to take care of the family, he and his brother turned to basketball, spending countless hours at the park and on the court, where they ate, slept, and lived the game. From his high school days as a star player at Holmes High School to becoming...2025-04-021h 03
The FocalFlip PodcastEpisode 44 - Shannon & Milyn Minor - A Leader's Legacy🏀🏐 Building Legacy Through Sports & Family | Coach Shannon Minor & Milyn Minor In Episode 44, I sit down with Coach Shannon Minor, Head Boys Basketball Coach at North College Hill High School, and his daughter, Milyn Minor, a standout junior volleyball star at Scott High School. Coach Minor, an NKU Hall of Famer, takes us through his incredible basketball journey—from winning two regional titles and competing in back-to-back NCAA Division II National Championship games (1993-1997) to spending the last 11 years transforming North College Hill’s basketball program. He shares insights on building a winning culture, renovating the team’s locker room, and leading...2025-04-011h 22
Mental Health Download: Exploring Mental Illness, Suicide, Homelessness and IncarcerationRep. West and Sen. Kirt on the New Mental Health CaucusOn this week's Mental Health Download Podcast, Whitney Cipolla, the Association's advocacy specialist, interviews Republican Representative Josh West from Grove, Oklahoma who represents House District Five. Joining Rep. West is Democratic Senator Julia Kirt from Oklahoma City. She represents Senate District 30. Listen to hear why legislators launched the new bipartisan Mental Health Caucus to address our state's ongoing crisis.
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Founding members:
State Rep. Josh West, R-Grove (Chair)
State Sen. Julia Kirt, D-Oklahoma City (Chair)
State Rep. Steve Bashore, R-Miami
State Rep. Meloyde Blancett, D-Tulsa
State Rep. Jeff Boatman, R-Tulsa
State Rep. Ty Burns, R-Tulsa
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