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Outstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 87-Cleveland's Field of Dreams with Ken KrsolovicThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 87, I had the privilege of interviewing Ken Krsolovic, co-author of the great book League Park, The Historic Home of Cleveland Baseball 1891-1946. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook YouTube I first heard of League Park when my grandma talked about seeing Babe Ruth play there when...2020-08-0500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 86-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 49-52Show notes for Episode 862020-05-1300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 85-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 45-48Show notes for Episode 85.2020-05-1200 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 84-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 41-44Show notes for Episode 842020-05-0500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 83-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 37-40Show notes for Episode 832020-05-0100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 82-Jon Stahl, Small Business Owner in Medina, OhioShow notes for Episode 822020-04-2900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 81-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 33-36Show notes for episode 812020-04-2900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 80-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 29-32Show notes for Episode 802020-04-2900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 79-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 25-28 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 79, I am continuing my review of the book The Little Book of Talent:  52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Ohioan Daniel Coyle.  If you are as interested in building your personal skills, teaching your children, and being a teacher-coach as I am, this book is a must-have for your library. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, he...2020-04-2300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 78-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 21-24 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 78, I am continuing my review of the book The Little Book of Talent:  52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Ohioan Daniel Coyle.  If you are as interested in building your personal skills, teaching your children, and being a teacher-coach as I am, this book is a must-have for your library. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, he...2020-04-2000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 77-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 17-20 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 77, I am continuing my review of the book The Little Book of Talent:  52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Ohioan Daniel Coyle.  If you are as interested in building your personal skills, teaching your children, and being a teacher-coach as I am, this book is a must-have for your library. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, he...2020-04-1800 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 76-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 13-16 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 76, I am continuing my review of the book The Little Book of Talent:  52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Ohioan Daniel Coyle.  If you are as interested in building your personal skills, teaching your children, and being a teacher-coach as I am, this book is a must-have for your library. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, he...2020-04-1200 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 75-Coach Matt Kramer, Wilmington High School English Teacher/Varsity Boys' Basketball Coach For this episode, I had the pleasure of re-connecting with Coach Matt Kramer from Wilmington High School  Coach Kramer was on episodes 25-27 several years ago. Coach Kramer is the co-author of the great book The Best-Laid Plans of a High School Basketball CEO, which he wrote with legendary Ohio High School Basketball Coach Randy Montgomery (the book is temporarily out of print, but will be available again soon).  Coach Kramer wrote the book to document his journey and provide a resource for up and coming coaches. Coach Kramer has had quite the coach...2020-04-1000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 74-Let It Rip! with Denison Baseball Coach & Author Mike Deegan This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 74, I had the pleasure of speaking with Denison University Baseball Coach and Author Mike Deegan. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here is Coach Deegan's Book Here were the topics we discussed in our conversation: Growing up in Pennsylvania, his family's...2020-04-0900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 73-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 9-12 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 73, I am continuing my review of the book The Little Book of Talent:  52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Ohioan Daniel Coyle.  If you are as interested in building your personal skills, teaching your children, and being a teacher-coach as I am, this book is a must-have for your library. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, he...2020-04-0500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 72-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 5-8 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 72, I am continuing my review of the book The Little Book of Talent:  52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Ohioan Daniel Coyle.  If you are as interested in building your personal skills, teaching your children, and being a teacher-coach as I am, this book is a must-have for your library. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, he...2020-03-3000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 71-Daniel Coyle, Skill building tips 1-4 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 71, I am reviewing the book The Little Book of Talent:  52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Ohioan Daniel Coyle.  If you are as interested in building your personal skills, teaching your children, and being a teacher-coach as I am, this book is a must-have for your library. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a fe...2020-03-3000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 70-Against All Odds with Jason Perz This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 70, I had the pleasure of speaking with Financial Analyst, BMX Legend, and Ted Talk Speaker Jason Perz. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here were the topics we discussed in our conversation: The Corona-Virus...where did it come from?  The responses around the world. What d...2020-03-2900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 69-Serena Miller, well-known Ohio author This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 69, I had the pleasure of speaking with Serena Miller, a well-known author. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here were the topics we discussed in our conversation: Growing up near Portsmouth, Ohio on the Scioto River, how she was raised, and the influence of her...2019-06-0700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 68-John Leonzo, Assistant Women's Basketball Coach at Cedarville This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 68, I had the pleasure of speaking with Women's Assistant Basketball Coach John Leonzo of Cedarville University. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here were the topics we discussed in our conversation: Growing up in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania when he wanted to be a basketball coach how...2019-05-1400 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 67-Hillside Farm Pediatric Therapy in Oxford, Ohio This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 67, I had the pleasure of speaking with Co-Owners Amy Vollmer and Audra Drake of Hillside Farm Pediatric Therapy in Oxford, Ohio. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here were the topics we discussed in our conversation: Amy and Audra's professional background How they got the...2019-05-0100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 66-Conversation with Jason Perz, Addict & EntrepreneurThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 66, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jason Perz, Addict & Business Owner.  Jason has a very moving life story with all too common theme, drug addiction that begins with PRESCRIPTION drug use.   To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here were the topics we discussed in our conversation: Whe...2018-12-0300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 65-Irvine For Ohio, Interview with Travis Irvine, Libertarian Ohio Governor Candidate This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 65, I had the pleasure of speaking with Travis Irvine, the Libertarian Candidate for Ohio Governor.  Travis is a journalist, film maker, and media entrepreneur who has been involved in politics in many different ways. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here were the topics we discussed i...2018-10-2600 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 64-Hiking Through with Adventurer/Author Paul Stutzman This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 64, I had the pleasure of talking with Adventurer/Author Paul Stutzman.  Paul has had an incredibly interesting journey that has led him on his current path.   To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here are the talking points of our conversation: what it was like growing up...2018-10-1900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 63-The Evils of Common Core, with Dr. Duke Pesta, Part 2 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 63, I had the pleasure of conducting a second conversation with Dr. Duke Pesta, an English Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Director of the Freedom Project Academy.  Dr. Duke speaks often on the drawbacks of Common Core in the United States educational system. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Y...2018-09-2100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 62-The Evils of Common Core, with Dr. Duke Pesta, Part 1 This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 62, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Duke Pesta, an English Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Director of the Freedom Project Academy.  Dr. Duke speaks often on the drawbacks of Common Core in the United States educational system. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook 2018-09-0700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 61-Can You Become A Champion Through Local History? Mike Milkovich says yes!This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 61, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mike Milkovich Jr, owner of Local History Productions.  Mike believes that by looking through the lens of local history through the power of coaching at pride of place and economic development, the heads and hearts of people can be won to create and take advantage of opportunities where they are.   To connect with the Out...2018-08-2500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 60-Travel Slowly and Stop OftenThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 60, I had the pleasure of speaking with Satolli Glassmeyer, President of History In Your Own Backyard. Satolli has produced 325 videos (and counting) documenting local history in five states in various communities.  These videos are archived into state collections to preserve the documentation.  To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook He...2018-08-1500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansConversation with David Kelley, Philosophy Teacher/Writer & Founder of The Atlas SocietyThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 59, I had the pleasure of speaking with David Kelley, a highly regarded Philosophy Teacher/Writer and Founder of The Atlas Society. David has spent his life studying, teaching, and promoting Objectivism associated with Ayn Rand.  To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook YouTube Here were the topics we discussed in our c...2018-07-2700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansConversation with Nick Petro, Life Coach/Speaker/Author/Owner of the Nick Petro CompanyThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 58, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nick Petro, Life Coach/Speaker/Author and Owner of The Nick Petro Company. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook YouTube Here were the topics we discussed in our conversation: Growing up in Northeast Ohio The role of his Dad and Mom in...2018-07-2700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 57-Talkin' Politics & Life with Scott SchulteThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 57, I had the pleasure of speaking with Scott Schulte, CRNA with the Crystal Clinic. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook YouTube I reached out to Scott by invoking Siliko Rule #6, which is to have a conversation if more than 4 texts/tweets are exchanged.  We were discussing Net Neutrality, and had so...2017-07-2200 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 56-Interview with Heather Shumaker, author of "It's OK To Go Up The Slide" This show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 56, I had the pleasure of speaking with Heather Shumaker, author of It’s OK to Go UP the Slide… Renegade Rules for Raising Confident and Creative Kids & It’s OK NOT to Share… and Other Renegade Rules for Raising Competent and Compassionate Kids To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Face...2016-11-0400 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 55-Interview with Seth Cramer, Co-Owner/General Manager of Phoenix Bats in Plain City, OhioThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. For episode 55, I had the pleasure of speaking with Seth Cramer, Co-Owner/General Manager of Phoenix Bats Company in Plain City, Ohio.  Phoenix Bats specializes in manufacturing WOOD baseball bats for baseball and softball players of all ages and abilities. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook YouTube Baseball has a f...2016-09-2700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 54-Don't Bureaucrat This OneThis show brings the audience great things Ohioans are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook YouTube   Yes indeed, I am now using the word bureaucrat as a verb.  In this conversation with Angus Macleod, we talked about several topics.  These topics included: Leadership philosophies Delegation what makes working in sports, recreation, and wellness so compelling and fulfilling In cus...2016-09-0900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 53-Interview with Author Katelin SullivanFor Episode 53 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the privilege of interviewing author Katelin Sullivan, who just had her first book published Once Upon a Stormy Night.  Katelin took the time to meet with me to discuss the process and her background. To connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook YouTube Here were some of the highlights of our conversation: growing up on a farm in a large family the impact of being homeschooled and the differences she has seen between herself and her p...2016-05-3000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 51-Interview with Gary Adams, retired NCAA baseball coach/author of "Conversations with Coach Wooden: On Baseball, Heroes, and Life"For many of us involved in athletics, we dream of one day coming back to coach at our alma mater.  For Gary Adams, not only did he achieve this dream, he got to be mentored by none other than John Wooden.  His book, Conversations with Coach Wooden:  On Baseball, Heroes, and Life, is a great book talking about his relationship with Coach Wooden and their mutual love of the game of baseball. Through this book, Coach Adams has written a great legacy piece about Coach Wooden, as well as his outstanding baseball program. To connect wit...2016-05-1300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 50-Interview with the Learning Leader Ryan Hawk @RyanHawk12For episode 50, I had the pleasure of interview Ryan Hawk, who hosts an incredible, highly rated podcast called "The Learning Leader Show".  Ryan is an amazing business leader who shares his message in many ways. To connect with the show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook Here were some highlights of our conversation: growing up in Centerville, Ohio with two amazing parents and two brothers...he was given space to grow and learn the impact of his football coaches his thoughts on youth sport specialization vs. year-round competition why he a...2016-05-1200 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 49-A Reflection and Discussion about the showFor episode 49 of the show, I wanted to reflect on where we are as a show and where we are going.  I am so thankful for the great guests I have had the privilege of having a conversation with.   To connect with the show, here are a few ways: Itunes Stitcher Your computer Facebook For starters, we have a new logo for the show, designed by Miami University graduate David Allen Burns ('16).  I knew David from working with him at the Miami University Rec Center, where he did an outstanding job helping to run our...2016-05-1000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 48-Interview with Larry Slocum,For episode 48 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the pleasure of interviewing Larry Slocum, Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor, whose personal mission is to provide guidance for parents & teachers on how to stay calm in the middle of chaos.   To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like "The Outstanding Ohioans" on Facebook On your computer Here are the highlights of our conversation: growing up in Fremont, Michigan as one of 7 children how he found role models in Boy Scouts and Young Life how he developed a passion for h...2016-04-2600 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 47- Sunglasses for any situation, Interview with Dan Robinette, Sales Manager of Umbra Sunglasses For episode 47 of The Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the great pleasure to interview Dan Robinette, Sales Manager for Umbra Sunglasses and an aspiring chemistry teacher. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like "The Outstanding Ohioans" on Facebook On your computer During our conversation, here were some of the topics we discussed: Growing up in Dayton, Ohio and how he developed a fondness for the outdoors the influential people who shaped his life how he came to grow in his religious faith why he is drawn to...2016-04-1100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 46-Interview with Ryan Borgman, President of Borgman AthleticsFor Episode 46, I had the good fortune to interview Ryan Borgman, President of Borgman Athletics.  Borgman Athletics' motto is "We Make Sports Happen".  Check out the photo gallery of the type of work Borgman Athletics does. So many of us participate or spectate sports indoors and outdoors.  The demand and expectations of the users is extremely high.  Facility space is often at a premium, and Borgman Athletics specializes in creative solutions to maximize and optimize the safety of these facilities. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like "The O...2016-03-2400 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 45-Interview with the Barn Artist, Scott HaganFor episode 45 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the privilege of re-interviewing "the Barn Artist", Scott Hagan from Jerusalem, Ohio (Belmont County). Click here to listen to episode 20 If you have driven anywhere in the state, you have come across Scott's work.  Enjoy his story, and I reckon you will pay more attention on your future driving trips around Ohio. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like on Facebook On your computer Here are some highlights from the interview with Scott: new p...2016-03-2200 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 44-The Thomas Alva Edison Birthplace Museum, Interview with Lois Wolfe (Director) & Board of Trustee members Robert Wheeler, John Blakeman & Don GfellIn Episodes 43 & 44, I had the privilege of interviewing Lois Wolfe (Director) & Board of Trustee members Robert Wheeler, John Blakeman & Don Gfell, who help operate the Thomas Alva Edison Birthplace Museum in Milan, Ohio of the Edison Birthplace Association, Inc., a private, non-profit organization. Connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show on Facebook, Itunes, or Stitcher After the death of Thomas A. Edison from complications of diabetes on October 18, 1931, opening his birthplace to the public as a memorial and museum became the private project of his wife, Mina Miller Edison, and their daughter, Mrs. John Eyre Sloane. Th...2016-02-1700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 43-The Thomas Alva Edison Birthplace Museum, Interview with Lois Wolfe (Director) & Board of Trustee members Robert Wheeler, John Blakeman & Don GfellIn Episodes 43 & 44, I had the privilege of interviewing Lois Wolfe (Director) & Board of Trustee members Robert Wheeler, John Blakeman & Don Gfell, who help operate the Thomas Alva Edison Birthplace Museum in Milan, Ohio of the Edison Birthplace Association, Inc., a private, non-profit organization. Connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show on Facebook, Itunes, or Stitcher After the death of Thomas A. Edison from complications of diabetes on October 18, 1931, opening his birthplace to the public as a memorial and museum became the private project of his wife, Mina Miller Edison, and their daughter, Mrs. John Eyre Sloane. Th...2016-02-1700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 42-Interview with Marc Biales, Owner of Wild berry in Oxford, OhioIn Episode 42, I had the privilege of interviewing Marc Biales, Owner of Wild Berry, a world renowned incense manufacturer, in Oxford, Ohio. Connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show on Facebook, Itunes, or Stitcher The Wild Berry was established circa 1971 in Oxford, Ohio.  From humble beginnings, we've now spread our peace, love, and incense all over the world.  With over 90 premium quality fragrances we're sure you'll enjoy America's Best Incense (from Wild Berry website) Here are some of the highlights from our conversation: Marc talked about his childhood growing up in Cleveland Heights, Ohi...2016-02-0800 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 41-Interview with Anastasia Congdon & Margaret Lewis, Founders of Kokosing Valley SchoolIn Episode 41, I had the privilege of interviewing Anastasia Congdon & Margaret Lewis, Founders of Kokosing Valley School in Gambier, Ohio (Knox County). Connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show on Facebook, Itunes, or Stitcher The Kokosing Valley School is based on the Sudbury School Model founded in 1968.  It is a model based on freedom, self-paced learning, mixed peer ages, play, interest exploration, and democratic processes. It is in fact nothing short of a miracle that the modern methods of instruction have not yet entirely strangled the holy curiosity of inquiry; for this delicate little p...2016-01-3000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 39-Interview with Coach Jim BursonIn this episode, I am privileged to talk with Dr. Jim Burson for the third time.  Here is the link to the two previous interviews. Dr. Burson is the Owner of Solution-Based Basketball, Author of The Golden Whistle & The Daily Nugget, retired collegiate basketball coach, and consultant to Nike Basketball and 94Fifty. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like on Facebook  Here were some highlights from our discussion: what Coach Burson can provide through his coaching program his tips on delegation and core values how to...2015-11-0500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 40-Interview with Lynne Sturtevant-local history buff, published author, & entrepreneurFor Episode 40, I had the privilege of interview Lynne Sturtevant.  Lynne is a local history buff, published author, and entrepreneur.  Listen to my previous Interview with her brother James Sturtevant. Connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show on Facebook, Itunes, or Stitcher Lynne is the owner of Hidden Marietta and The History Biz.  She has authored Haunted Marietta:  History and Mystery in Ohio's Oldest City and A Guide to Historic Marietta, Ohio. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation: how her father stoked her interest in history her career path from State...2015-11-0300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 38, Interview with James SturtevantFor episode 38, I had the pleasure of interviewing James Sturtevant, a 31-Year Teacher extraordinaire at Big Walnut High School and Author of the book You've Gotta Connect: Building Relationships That Lead to Engaged Students, Productive Classrooms, and Higher Achievement.  Mr. Sturtevant was referred to me by previous guest Jim Burson (Jim Burson Interview 1 & Interview 2.  You will love his energy and commitment to serve his student. Connect with the Outstanding Ohioans show on Facebook, Itunes, or Stitcher James has been around great teachers his whole life.  His father was a history teacher at Muskingum College (now Musk...2015-10-2500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 37-Interview with Matt Mayer, President of Opportunity OhioFor Episodes 36 & 37 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the pleasure of interviewing Matt Mayer, President of Opportunity Ohio.  Opportunity Ohio (O2) is dedicated to enhancing prosperity for Ohioans through educating policymakers and citizens. We pay particular attention to the impact of state and local government decisions and how they foster or hinder job creation and economic growth. Our strategic aim is to provide our leaders with sound policies for a better tomorrow. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like Outstanding Ohioans on Facebook Matt A. Mayer serves a...2015-10-1900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episodes 36 -Interview with Matt Mayer of Opportunity OhioFor Episodes 36 & 37 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the pleasure of interviewing Matt Mayer, President of Opportunity Ohio.  Opportunity Ohio (O2) is dedicated to enhancing prosperity for Ohioans through educating policymakers and citizens. We pay particular attention to the impact of state and local government decisions and how they foster or hinder job creation and economic growth. Our strategic aim is to provide our leaders with sound policies for a better tomorrow. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like Outstanding Ohioans on Facebook Matt A. Mayer serves a...2015-10-1900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 35-Interview with Aaron Keith Harris, Deputy Communications Director of the Ohio Libertarian PartyFor the Episode 35, I had the pleasure of interviewing Aaron Harris, the Deputy Communications Director/Central Committee Member/Spokesman for the Libertarian Party of Ohio. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Like Outstanding Ohioans on Facebook Aaron became involved in the Libertarian Party when he felt the Republican Party was not representing his views on liberty and fiscal management.  Here were the topics we discussed: growing up in Fairborn, Ohio his professional background as a teacher, journalist, and writer what is a libertarian? how he got involved w...2015-09-2300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 34-Interview with Tiffany Young, Owner of the Young Leaders Learning CenterFor the Episode 34, I had the pleasure of interviewing Tiffany Young, the owner of the Young Leaders Learning Center in Ross, Ohio.  Tiffany is passionate and strongly committed to serving youngsters and providing a strong educational foundation to last a lifetime. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Episode 34 on your computer or mobile device Like Outstanding Ohioans on Facebook Here were the topics we discussed: Tiffany's background, role models & mentors, and how she developed her passion for educating others her background working at a charter school prior to...2015-07-1700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 33-Interview with Sheila Fox, Executive Director of the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame and Owner of Event In SiteBack from our summer break....thank you to tuning into Episode 33. I had the pleasure of Sheila Fox.  I sought out the interview because of her role as the Executive Director of the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame.  During the interview, I also learned that Sheila owns a successful event planning business called Event In Site.   To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Stitcher Episode 33 on your computer or mobile device Like Outstanding Ohioans on Facebook Here were some of the topics we discussed: What is the Ohio Basketball Hall...2015-07-1700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansLearning the "Wright Way"-The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 32, Interview with Speaker, Seminar Leader, & Author Mark Eppler For episodes 31 & 32, I had the privilege of interviewing Mark Eppler of Mark Eppler International.  Mark works as a speaker, seminar leader, and author.  He also provides leadership ministry for the Cincinnati City Gospel.  Mark's work focuses on leadership, change, management, customer service, or personal effectiveness. Mark is the author of two books with a third one coming out soon.  His books are: The Wright Way: 7 Problem-Solving Principles from the Wright Brothers That Can Make Your Business Soar Management Mess-ups: 57 Pitfalls You Can Avoid (and Stories of Those Who Didn't) To listen to t...2015-05-2700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansLearning the "Wright Way"-The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 31, Interview with Speaker, Seminar Leader, & Author Mark Eppler For episodes 31 & 32, I had the privilege of interviewing Mark Eppler of Mark Eppler International.  Mark works as a speaker, seminar leader, and author.  He also provides leadership ministry for the Cincinnati City Gospel.  Mark's work focuses on leadership, change, management, customer service, or personal effectiveness. Mark is the author of two books with a third one coming out soon.  His books are: The Wright Way: 7 Problem-Solving Principles from the Wright Brothers That Can Make Your Business Soar Management Mess-ups: 57 Pitfalls You Can Avoid (and Stories of Those Who Didn't) To listen to t...2015-05-2600 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansStop Mowing, and Start Growing-The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 30-interview with Laura DeYoung from Urban Shephers and Spicy Lamb Farm        For Episode 30, I had the privilege of interviewing Laura DeYoung, Executive Director of Urban Shepherds, Co-Owner of Spicy Lamb Farm, and Environmental Planner for NEFCO. I came across Laura's work while reading Episode 7 guest Gene Logsdon's weekly blog post.  In this post, Mr. Logsdon referenced an event discussing an upcoming Urban Shepherd program.  I spoke to Laura a few days before this event. Laura's purpose is the result of two of her interests, the environment and sheep.  One mission is to have homeowners use their yards as pasture, rather than using la...2015-05-2000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansA Kid's Paradise...The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 29-Interview with Cafe O Play Co-Owner John and Carolyn Green For episode 29, I had the pleasure of interviewing Cafe O Play Co-Owners John and Carolyn Green from Stow, Ohio. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Like Outstanding Ohioans on Facebook Here were some highlights from our conversation: John and Carolyn's background- GreensBio what is Cafe O Play? how did they get interested in this business concept?  A visit to the Treehouse Involvement with the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions challenge of funding how the business got its name Importance of Customer Servic...2015-04-2300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Sizzler, Baseball's Forgotten Great, The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 28-Interview with baseball biographer Rick Huhn   As today is Opening Day, it is fitting that this podcast interview is about baseball.  I had the pleasure of interviewing Rick Huhn, Baseball Biographer, regarding his book The Sizzler:  George Sisler, Baseball's Forgotten Great, about native Ohioan and Baseball Hall of Famer George Sisler. In a legendary career as an amateur player, professional player, and professional baseball management, George Sisler set many records and was regarded by his peers as one of the all-time greats.  After his playing career ended, Sisler faded from the limelight and many fans' memories.  Rick Huhn took a look...2015-04-0700 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansIt's All About Relationships...The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 27 with HS Basketball Coach/Author Matt Kramer For the next three podcast episodes, I had the pleasure of talking to Matt Kramer, a terrific High School Basketball Coach and Author.  Matt currently resides in Georgia, but was born and raised in Northeast Ohio.  His current team Milton High School is one of the outstanding programs in Georgia with national-level aspirations. Coach Kramer is the co-author of the great book The Best-Laid Plans of a High School Basketball CEO, which he wrote with legendary Ohio High School Basketball Coach Randy Montgomery.  Coach Kramer wrote the book to document his journey and provide a resourc...2015-04-0600 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansIt's All About Relationships...The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 26 with HS Basketball Coach/Author Matt Kramer For the next three podcast episodes, I had the pleasure of talking to Matt Kramer, a terrific High School Basketball Coach and Author.  Matt currently resides in Georgia, but was born and raised in Northeast Ohio.  His current team Milton High School is one of the outstanding programs in Georgia with national-level aspirations. Coach Kramer is the co-author of the great book The Best-Laid Plans of a High School Basketball CEO, which he wrote with legendary Ohio High School Basketball Coach Randy Montgomery.  Coach Kramer wrote the book to document his journey and provide a resourc...2015-04-0600 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansIt's All About Relationships...The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 25 with HS Basketball Coach/Author Matt Kramer For the next three podcast episodes, I had the pleasure of talking to Matt Kramer, a terrific High School Basketball Coach and Author.  Matt currently resides in Georgia, but was born and raised in Northeast Ohio.  His current team Milton High School is one of the outstanding programs in Georgia with national-level aspirations. Coach Kramer is the co-author of the great book The Best-Laid Plans of a High School Basketball CEO, which he wrote with legendary Ohio High School Basketball Coach Randy Montgomery.  Coach Kramer wrote the book to document his journey and provide a resourc...2015-04-0600 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 23-Interview with ESPN Cleveland On-Air Personality/Producer Dave DeNatale, Part 1For episode 23 & 24 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the pleasure of interviewing sports On-Air Radio Personality/Producer Dave DeNatale from ESPN Cleveland radio. I first met Dave as fellow students at Bowling Green State University.  Like Dave, I initially started out interesting in sports broadcasting, but then I chose a different path.  I did have the pleasure of meeting Joe Tait with Dave when Mr. Tait came to campus.   A couple of years ago, I was visiting family in Northeast Ohio.  I tuned into 850 AM to hear some Cleveland sports talk.  I heard Dave talking...2015-03-3000 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansMobsters on the River-The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 22-Interview with author Susan Guy For episode 22 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the pleasure of interviewing author Susan Guy.  Susan has spent her professional career in law enforcement and wrote a book called Mobsters, Madams, & Murders in Steubenville, Ohio, the story of Little Chicago. This time period, while traditionally romanticized, was an era of violence and fear.  Listen to Susan explain what the environment was like during this time. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer or mobile device Like on Facebook Here were some highlights of t...2015-03-0300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 21-Part Two interview with Reason's Nick GillespieThe cover of the book Nick Gillespie co-authored with Matt Welch In this episode, I had the pleasure of conducting a second interview with Reason's Nick Gillespie.  Nick is a nationally-recognized journalist as Editor-In-Chief of Reason and Reason Magazine.  He frequently interviews public figures and appears on a variety of shows discussing political issues.   The Reason Foundation’s motto is “Free Minds & Free Markets”.  Check out the first interview here. If you feel the government needs to be smaller and less intrusive, balance their budget, trust people to make their own choices, protect civil liberties, and support strong defen...2015-03-0300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 20-Interview with "The Barn Artist", Scott Hagan For episode 20 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the privilege of interviewing "the Barn Artist", Scott Hagan from Jerusalem, Ohio (Belmont County). If you have driven anywhere in the state, you have come across Scott's work.  Enjoy his story, and I reckon you will pay more attention on your future driving trips around Ohio. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer or mobile device Like on Facebook Here are some highlights from the interview with Scott: how Scott was in...2015-02-2100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 19-Interview with Reason's Nick Gillespie, Part One  I have two black labs, who do respect individual choice. Nick Gillespie is a nationally-recognized journalist as Editor-In-Chief of Reason and Reason Magazine.  He frequently interviews public figures and appears on a variety of shows discussing political issues.   The Reason Foundation's motto is "Free Minds & Free Markets". If you feel the government needs to be smaller and less intrusive, balance their budget, trust people to make their own choices, protect civil liberties, and support strong defense, not intervention, Reason researches these issues and we talk about some of these in the interview. To list...2015-02-0500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansMuseums are Must-See'Ems-The Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 18, Interview with Johnna McEntee, Executive Director of the Ohio Museums AssociationFor Episode 18 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the pleasure of interviewing Johnna McEntee, the Executive Director of the Ohio Museums Association. As indicated on their website, Founded in 1976 by members of the Ohio’s museum community, the Ohio Museums Association is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. OMA works with a variety of museums, museum professionals and providers of museum services to strengthen the state’s museum, foster excellence in the field and support the museum community. Johnna has a great enthusiasm and dedication to serving the 1,200 sites in Ohio.  Here are some highlights from the show...2015-01-2300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansTo Bee, or Not to Bee, It is not even a Question-The Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 17, Interview with Don Popp HoneyFor Episode 17 of the Outstanding Ohioans show, I had the pleasure of interview Don and Tracy Popp, a father-daughter combination who own and operate Don Popp Honey in Hamilton, Ohio. Don began keeping bees in 1995 and the business has shown spectacular growth.  Last year, Don Popp honey produced 95,000 pounds of honey from 500 hives.  The product is known for its high quality and does not last long on the shelves in stores like Jungle Jim's and Krogers. Here are some of the highlights from the show: Learn about the importance of bees to mankind, and why...2015-01-2100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 16-Interview with Tom Price, Owner of Price Farm Organics in Delaware, Ohio1+1=3?  This is one of Tom Price's principles.  Hear him explain this and tell his story about his farm business, Price Farm Organics. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer or mobile device Like on Facebook Here are some of the highlights from the show: The history of their 6th generation Pork Q Pine Farm Rock-solid belief in the Golden Rule his role models and background Importance of adaptation 5 years ahead of conventional thinking Importance of your word and finishing the job how to build a Bank Accou...2014-12-1100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 15-Interview with return guest Dr. Jim Burson, Co-Owner of Solution-Based BasketballIn this episode, I am privileged to conduct a second interview with Dr. Jim Burson.  Click here to hear the previous interview with Dr. Burson. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer or mobile device Like on Facebook In our first interview, we shared Dr. Burson's incredible journey and discussed his recently published an extraordinary book The Golden Whistle:  Going Beyond:  The Journey To Coaching Success.  His career included teaching academic classes, playing and coaching a variety of sports at the collegiate level, assisting fellow Ohioan Bob Knight w...2014-12-0800 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 14, Interview with Larry HugginsIn this interview, I had the pleasure of talking with Larry Huggins, the owner of Eastern Ohio Sports complex and a partner with Three Leaf Productions. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer Like on Facebook The Huggins family is well-known in Ohio for excellence in basketball.  Larry's father Charlie Huggins is a legendary Ohio high school Hall of Fame coach.  Brother Bob Huggins is the current head coach at West Virginia University with an incredible record as a college basketball coach after playing at Ohio University and We...2014-12-0500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans Show, Episode 13-The life of William McGuffey, the "Educator of the Nation"Can you imagine being the author of a book that has sold 122 million copies?  No American author can, except for educator William McGuffey (1800-1873), who spent most of his life in Ohio.  This podcast episode will bring you the interesting tale of Mr. McGuffey's remarkable life and accomplishments. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer Like on Facebook McGuffey's Eclectic Reader, were the standard reading, english, and grammar textbook in elementary schools and one-room schoolhouses across the country from 1836-1920's and are still is used by some...2014-11-0800 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 12-Interview with Peter Lawson Jones-Attorney, Public Official, Actor, Consultant In this interview, I had the opportunity to interview Peter Lawson Jones, a prominent Cleveland-Shaker Heights figure as a lawyer, public official, and actor.  I met Mr. Jones last week at our annual ORSA Conference at Cleveland State University after his keynote address. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer Like on Facebook Mr. Jones shares riveting stories about his parents, his professional journey, being a proud husband and father, and the responsibility of citizens to be involved in the political process.  Here are some of th...2014-10-3100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians show, Episode 11-Interview with Tim Hutzel, Consultant and AuthorIn this outstanding interview with Tim Hutzel, business owner, consultant, motorcycle rider, and author, the listeners will hear about his journey and his personal mission to bring manufacturing back to the United States. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer Like on Facebook Besides both living in Oxford, Ohio, Tim and I are both proud graduates of Bowling Green State University's Master's of Organization Development.  After 21 years of working at General Electric, Tim developed his own consulting practice and partnered with Mainstream Consulting delivering services such as LEA...2014-10-1800 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 10-Interview with Karen Starr from Hazel Tree InteriorsIn this incredibly interesting interview with Karen Starr, Co-Owner of Hazel Tree Interiors, listeners will hear how she built a business with her husband Jon Haidet, wrote a book, and became an ambassador for Akron.  Here is her story. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer Karen and Jon opened Hazel Tree Interiors in 2010, with a focus on interior designs and framing.  They have a wide array of services and products, with an emphasis on using local resources and creations. Most of their work is residential. Haz...2014-10-0500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioans show, Episode 9-Interview with President/Co-Owner Galen Lehman of Lehman'sIntegrity....Fairness....Relationships....Helping Others....Self-Reliance These are the core values the Lehman (pronounced Layman) family has operated with since 1955 when Jay Lehman opened the store in Kidron, Ohio.  Here is their story. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Play here on your COMPUTER Lehman's has been a tremendous success selling mainly non-electrical products, beginning with serving the Amish community.  Inevitably, when there is a disaster or fuel crisis in Ohio, regionally, or nationally, Lehman's makes the news because of ov...2014-10-0300 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians Show, Episode 8-Interview with Jim Paluch of JP HorizonsThis episode will inspire and give great ideas for you to think about for your life and career!  Jim Paluch of JP Horizons is our guest for this show. To listen to the show, click on one of the following: Itunes Sticher Your computer or web browser To "like" the show on Facebook, click here. Jim grew up in LaGrange, Ohio, attended Ohio State where he met John Joseph from Episode 5, and then embarked on a landscape architecture career.  He then moved forward to become a coach, speaker, and author of three high-volume selling...2014-09-2800 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians show, Episode 7, Interview with "The Contrary Farmer" Gene LogsdonFor episode 7 of The Outstanding Ohioians show, I had the privilege of interviewing Gene Logsdon, the well-known "Contrary Farmer".  Gene has authored 30 books, written for many farming journals, and his popular blog "The Contrary Farmer". During the interview that will stir your soul, Mr. Logsdon will reminisce about growing up and returning to Upper Sandusky, being raised in a charming rural lifestyle, giving the Seminary a try, becoming a writer, raising a family, and recently fighting a battle with cancer that made him look at life through a different lens. Mr. Logsdon is best recognized thr...2014-09-2500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians show, Episode 6-The General and The SenatorIn episode 6, the show took a different approach, in that we interviewed an expert about a historical figure in Ohio history.  I interviewed Laura Bullock, Volunteer Director at the Sherman House and Museum in Lancaster, Ohio.  The Sherman House and Museum is part of the Fairfield County Heritage Society.  This historical house was home for the prestigious Sherman family. Of the 11 children who lived in this house, General William Tecumseh Sherman and Senator John Sherman were the two most well-known historical figures. Some of the most well-known events in their lives: Sherman's March to the Sea Sher...2014-09-1900 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians Show-Episode 5-Interview with John Joseph, owner of the Shoot-A-WayShow notes from Episode 5-Interview with John Joseph, owner of the Shoot-A-Way The Shoot-A-Way website Website bio of Mr. Joseph and his team John Miller is a legendary Pennsylvania High School Basketball Coach.  His sons Sean and Archie coach at University of Arizona and the University of Dayton.  Here is an excellent video John Miller directed for youth skill development.   John Calipari has gone on to become the reknowned basketball coach at the University of Kentucky.  He has authored the following resources for coaches and leaders: Players First:  Coaching from the I...2014-09-1100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Purpose of the Outstanding Ohioians show-Episode 4The purpose of The Outstanding Ohioians show This show brings the audience great things Ohioians are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures. I am a lifelong Ohioian who has always been fascinated with the rich history of Ohio and the great things going on where I grew up, where I went to school, what I have done professionally, now venturing into writing, speaking, and consulting An abundance...2014-09-0800 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians Show Episode 3-Interview with the owners of Barn N Bunk in Trenton, OhioSHOW NOTES   In this episode, listeners will listen how Tom and Bev Theobald transformed their family farm into a very successful agri-tourism enterprise.  Agri-tourism is a movement based on getting customers to visit the farm for a variety of activities. This book is an excellent resource to learn about agri-tourism.     Tom and Bev were very generous in sharing the successes and learning opportunities from unsuccessful ventures.  They walked through each development phase from ideation to infrastructure to execution, and then evaluation.  They shared their philosophies of listening to customers, offeri...2014-09-0100 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians Show Episode 2-Interview with Jim Burson, owner of Solution-Based BasketballThis show brings the audience great things Ohioians are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures.       Dr. Jim Burson show notes   Contact Information Website:jimburson.com Email: jim [at] jimburson.com Facebook: You’ll find me in 2 different places. Please “Like” me at Solution-Based Basketball & “Friend” me at James F. Burson. Linked In: Jim Burson Twitter: [at] JimBurson Purchase the book The G...2014-08-2500 minOutstanding OhioansOutstanding OhioansThe Outstanding Ohioians Show Episode 1-Interview with Mike Milkovich, owner of LocalHistoryproductions.comThis show brings the audience great things Ohioians are doing to make their communities, the state, the region, and the world a better place as entrepreneurs, leaders, historical and popular culture figures.   Outstanding Ohioians Show Notes Episode #1 with guest Mike Milkovich Mike owns LocalHistoryProductions.com, a company which asks “Why is local history important?   The most important history we can teach our kids is the only history not mandatory to learn in our schools, and that's the history of our own back...2014-08-1700 min