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TrueSportsHow to Shock the NBA in Five DaysAs usual, the NBA offseason has proven to be an exciting spectacle, with multiple big-ticket moves having happened through the first few days. Today on TrueSports, Lance Jackson joins Caleb to discuss the latest news from the NBA Offseason, and talk about a rumor that could change the NBA as we know it. Lance is the Senior Historian at TrueChat, a long-time coach, and an avid basketball fan.tags: caleb spinner, lance jackson, truesports, truechat, podcast, sports, football, basketball, nfl, nba, free agency, nba offseason, cleveland cavaliers, oklahoma city thunder, brooklyn nets
2020-11-2538 min
Leadership ReimaginedHigher Education in Crisis - Leading Forward TogetherBruce Harreld, President of the University of Iowa, joins Janice Ellig to share his unique background and how he is leading in these challenging times.tags: leadership, business, college, university, education, pandemic, covid, future, story, women, diversity, ellig group, truechat
2020-09-1734 minTrueSportsThe Hunt for the HeismanFans who tuned in to college football this weekend saw blowouts, nail-biters, and upsets, all in a single day. Caleb and JD breakdown the best and worst from the Power-5's season debut, discuss some potentially exciting news from the Big Ten, and review ESPN’s list of the Top-5 candidates to win this year’s Heisman Trophy. Also this episode, JD shares his new thoughts on David Johnson and the Houston Texans, and Caleb vents about how the Browns are only a few small steps away from NFL domination. tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, truesports, podcast, truechat, spor...
2020-09-1638 minTrueSportsWill Your Team Win the Super Bowl?Arguably, the most important stat in NFL football is your chance of winning the Super Bowl. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell recently published a list of where all 32 teams stand, based on their percentage to be crowned champions. Caleb and JD take a look at this list, and share their thoughts on some of the teams, and their placement. Also this episode, football returns to Swenson’s Games of the Week, and Caleb makes a surprising pick for this week's Agree to Disagree question. tags: superbowl, sports, caleb spinner, jd swenson, nfl, college football, truesports, truechat, football, sports, podcast
2020-09-1038 minLeadership ReimaginedThrive with Purpose - Financial Advice from the HeartTerry Rasmussen, President & CEO of Thrivent, joins Janice Ellig to share how her organization is working to help their clients view money as a tool, not a goal. tags: money, management, financial, advice, business, women, leadership, corporate, ladder, diversity, ellig group, truechat
2020-08-2030 minTrueSportsMugar Makes Basketball Interesting for a New GenerationThe Basketball Tournament, or TBT as it is more commonly known, has taken the basketball world by storm. Founded in 2014, TBT is the same basketball you know and love, but with a few twists to make the game more competitive for players, and more enjoyable for fans. Caleb and JD talk with TBT founder Jon Mugar, about his creation, and how TBT kept players and staff healthy during their annual event, while maintaining an entertaining tournament, during a global pandemic.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, basketball. sports, podcast, truesports, truechat, the basketball tournament, jon mugar, tbt
2020-08-2038 minTrueSportsWhy is Edwards #1 in Latest NBA Mock Draft?Last week, the latest NBA Mock Draft from CBS Sports was released, projecting Georgia guard Anthony Edwards to go to the Golden State Warriors at the top of the draft, instead of the previously-predicted, LaMelo Ball. Caleb and JD break down some of the other players slated to go in the top 10, and discuss what the Boston Celtics should do with their three, first-round picks. Caleb defends why he thinks LeBron James will return to Cleveland, and JD shares his opinion on the recently-announced Big Ten football schedule. tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, truesports, truechat, sports, podcast, nba...
2020-08-1238 minTrueSportsWhat's the Deal in Dallas?For what seems like the millionth time in the past few months, Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys failed to reach an agreement on a long-term deal. With time ticking away, and the thought of Dak being with the Cowboys as a franchise player shrinking rapidly, Caleb and JD look at why a deal hasn’t been reached, and shop for potential new homes for the young QB.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, truesports, truechat, sports, dallas cowboys, dak prescott, football, nfl, agree to disagree, swensons games of the week
2020-07-2338 min
Mercy MomentsThe Power of Ultrasound & Why You Should CareMindy White, a technologist at Mercy Health, joins Terry Ceyler to share her perspective on ultrasound technology, expand people's understanding of it, and provide information on local services in your area.tags: health, medicine, professional, care, insurance, procedures, how to, ultrasound, technology, medical, nurse, doctor, opinion, hospital, mercy health, truechat
2020-07-2120 minTrueSports2020 TrueSports Fictional Baseball DraftFilm and baseball collide today as Caleb and JD participate in the 2020 TrueSports Fictional Baseball Draft. The guys face the challenge of building eight-player baseball teams from the best characters film has to offer. Caleb recaps what happened over the weekend in TBT, and JD finds a way to put aside his distaste for soccer.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, podcast, sports, TBT, basketball, baseball, movies, sports movies, Fictional Baseball Draft, TrueChat, Agree to Disagree, Swenson's Games of the Week
2020-07-1538 minTrueSportsAll Eyes on Mugar's TBTThe first showcase of live basketball since the outbreak of COVID-19, there is a lot of pressure on Jon Mugar, founder of The Basketball Tournament (TBT). The 2020, winner-take-all tournament began July 4th and had a successful opening weekend. Caleb and JD take a look at what makes TBT different from other basketball tournaments and use good old-fashioned instinct to predict the quarterfinal and semifinal matchups. Swenson's Games of the Week makes its return.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, agree to disagree, games of the week, the basketball tournament, sports, podcast, truesports, sports show, basketball, truechat, jon mugar
2020-07-0938 minTrueSportsCradle of Coaches Archive - Stories with Stout Pt. 3Stories with Stout concludes with a discussion about the Cradle of Coaches Archive at Miami University. The archive contains playbooks and artifacts from some of the greatest coaches in sports, all of whom went through the town on their way to fame. Caleb talks with Steve about starting the archive, and how it plans to continue adding to it's collection of sports artifacts. tags: Caleb Spinner, Nick Selvaggio, Steve Stout, JD Swenson, TrueSports, podcast, sports, talk show, TrueChat, Cradle of Coaches, miami university, oxford, weeb eubanks
2020-06-2438 minTrueSportsThe Big Time - Stories with Stout Pt. 2Last week, Caleb talked with esteemed sports reporter, Steve Stout about his early life in journalism, and his time broadcasting in college. This week, Caleb presents some audience questions, and Steve reminisces about his induction into the Urbana University Sports Hall of Fame, and the creation of the Miami University Cradle of Coaches archive.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, steve stout, truesports, stories with stout, truechat, sports, podcast, urbana university, miami university, cradle of coaches, urbana university hall of fame
2020-06-1738 minTrueSportsJuvenile Journalist - Stories with StoutIn professional sports, journalists have a massive responsibility. It’s their job to report the facts and latest news to the adoring fans. While on the job, sports journalists come into contact with some of the biggest names in sports, and in certain cases, develop lasting connections with them. Caleb sits down with Steve Stout, sports editor for the Urbana Daily Citizen newspaper, to talk about his early years in journalism.tags: caleb spinner, steve stout, truesports, podcast, sports, stories with stout, journalism, urbana daily citizen, truechat, ohio sports, cincinnati bengals, cincinnati reds, chicago blaze, ohio state football
2020-06-1038 minTrueSportsThe Social Side of SportsSomething that gets overlooked most of the time, the duties of a social media worker are of great use to a professional sports team, including the Cleveland Browns. What do they do for a team? What path does someone interested in sports social media take to get to a career? How does someone interested in sports media determine what path to take when navigating the job market? Caleb and JD talk with Miles McQuinn, a social media intern for the Cleveland Browns, about his time working in the world of sports social media.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson...
2020-06-0338 minTrueSportsReviewing the Most Hated Teams BracketAcross the many sports leagues around the world, there are teams that don’t hold good favor with fans. Whether they’re heated rivals with a certain team, or they have humiliated someone’s favorite team in the past, these franchises are considered by fans to be the enemy whenever they meet on the court, pitch, rink or field. Caleb and JD look at a bracket featuring some of the most hated teams in sports and share their personal opinions on some of the toughest matchups. tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, truesports, sports, podcast, truechat, most hated teams, nfl, m...
2020-05-2238 minLeadership ReimaginedChampioning the Future of ChildrenHenrietta H. Fore, Executive Director of UNICEF, joins Janice Ellig to discuss how the organization she leads is helping reimagine leadership and empower women.tags: women, leadership, business, power, money, politics, ellig group, UNICEFF, united nations, international, family, truechat
2020-05-2128 minTrueSportsTag, Trade, or Cut: Fantasy FootballWith the NFL carrying on business-as-usual, having made plans to ensure their season begins as scheduled, it’s important to get a head start on Fantasy Football. Caleb and JD discuss the best teams to draft from, rank the best players in each of the main positions (QB, WR, and RB), and discuss the Top 10 Fantasy players overall, according to Athlon Sports. In Agree to Disagree, the guys reveal who they'd take with the #1 overall pick in this year's Nerd Table Fantasy Drafttags: Caleb Spinner, JD Swenson, TrueSports, Football, Fantasy Football, Sports, Podcast, TrueChat, NFL, Free Agency, NF...
2020-05-1438 minTrueSportsSack to the FutureFootball continues to dominate headlines months after the college and professional seasons ended. The Texas Longhorns and the Pittsburgh Steelers each have several questions going into their respective 2020 seasons, as well as concerns about the future of their teams. Caleb and JD discuss what Sam Ehlinger and the Longhorns will do next season, and debate wether or not Pittsburgh should move on from Ben Rothlisberger. The guys are joined by Kaelen Jones, the Texas Longhorns’ writer at The Athletic, and Travis Newton, a sports reporter from Pittsburgh.Tags: caleb spinner, jd Swenson, kaelen jones, travis newton, sports, podcast, tr...
2020-05-0638 minTrueSportsMaking the Grade: 2020 NFL DraftDespite predictions of failure, the 2020 NFL Draft went off without a hitch, and once again introduced 255 new players into the National Football League. On this episode of TrueSports, Caleb and JD play the role of college professors, as they analyze some of the best and worst performances of this year’s draft, and give out grades to determine who passed and who failed their fictional class, Drafting 101. As always, Agree to Disagree and Swenson’s Films of the Week are coming up as well. Tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, truesports, nfl draft, nfl, football, truechat, podcast, sports, making the...
2020-04-2938 min
TrueSportsWhat Will Happen at the NFL DraftThe 2020 NFL Draft is tomorrow, and fans cannot wait to see who their favorite team adds to their roster. Some teams are in a better spot than others, but no team is sitting prettier than the Cincinnati Bengals, who boast the number one overall pick. Caleb and JD discuss the latest NFL Mock Draft standings, and potential move that could happen before, during, and after the draft. The guys are joined by Andy Baskin, a sports radio host for 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland.Tags: caleb spinner, jd Swenson, andy baskin, sports, podcast, truesports, truechat, nfl draft, nfl, the...
2020-04-2238 minLeadership ReimaginedBroadway’s Most Powerful ProducerDaryl Roth, an American ten-time Tony Award-winning producer, joins Janice Ellig to discuss her experience on Broadway and her perspective on advancing women in leadership roles.tags: women, leadership, broadway, barriers, corporate, career, pay, rights, CEO, business, ellig group, truechat, janice ellig, Daryl roth
2020-04-1635 minTrueSportsHockey Coach Reflects on Memorable SeasonAn unprecedented global outbreak canceled this year’s winter sports postseason, abruptly ending the careers of senior-year athletes nationwide, leaving athletes and coaches feeling frustrated and dejected. Caleb and JD talk with state-champion high school hockey coach Patrick O’Rourke, from St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland, about the memories he has made with his team over this season and what he and his team are doing to stay in contact during quarantine.tags: Caleb spinner, jd Swenson, truesports, sports, podcast, pat o’rourke, hockey, covid-19, truechat
2020-04-1538 minTrueSportsLooking Ahead to a Brand-New NFLIf you need proof that anything can happen, look no further than this year’s NFL Free Agency period. Teams went from the bottom of the standings to potential Super Bowl contenders, and long-time veterans found new homes, in a single day. Caleb and JD share their thoughts on some of the biggest signings and discuss how these moves impact the NFL’s upcoming season, alongside Randolph Buffington, a digital content producer and contributor on ESPN's The Undefeated.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, espn, randolph buffington, sports, truesports, podcast, truechat, nfl, free agency, deandre hopkins, agree to disagree, swen...
2020-04-0138 minTrueSportsWhat You Need to Know About the NFL CBALast week, the NFL Players Association signed the Collective Bargaining Agreement, instituting several changes for the upcoming season, include a lengthened regular season and an expanded the playoffs. Caleb and JD discuss what the CBA means for the future of the NFL, and share their opinions on the agreement. Swenson’s Films of the Week wraps up the show, along with a special Hot Take from JD. Tags: caleb spinner, jd Swenson, sports, podcast, truesports, football, nfl, cba, collective bargaining agreement, nflpa, truechat, swenson’s films of the week, agree to disagree
2020-03-2538 minLeadership ReimaginedThe CEO Who Landed Fearless Girl on Wall StreetJanice is joined by Ron O’Hanley, chairman and chief executive officer of State Street Corporation, to discuss how he landed Fearless Girl on Wall Street and is working to empower women.tags: business, leadership, women, advice, career, life, balance, coaching, executive, leader, future, c-suite, corporate, job, workplace, economy, ellig group, truechat
2020-03-1928 minTrueSportsThe Virus That Cancelled SportsMarch Madness has an entirely different meaning. Last week, COVID-19, a global pandemic put a stop to every major sporting event until further notice. How did this escalate so quickly? What’s the severity of the virus here in the US? What will happen after the disease passes? Caleb and JD answer these questions with the help of Ellen Spinner, a certified nurse practitioner and the founder of Gentle Care Health Center, and discuss some breaking NFL Free Agency news on this explosive episode of TrueSports.tags: Caleb spinner, jd Swenson, truesports, nfl, corona virus, pandemic, free agency, po...
2020-03-1838 minTrueSportsDetailing the NFL Draft and Free AgencyA month after Super Bowl 54 ended the league’s 100th season, NFL football is still making headlines. News regarding potential landing spots for unattached quarterbacks, shifts in the draft order, and rumors surrounding one of, if not the, greatest players in the history of the sport, all have fans’ undivided attention, even with the baseball season starting to begin. Caleb and JD take a look at each of these stories, and share their opinions as to where some of the major free agents will end up. Former Browns left tackle, and the current color commentator for the Cleveland Browns Radio Netw...
2020-03-1338 minTrueSportsWhat Can the NFL Learn from DaytonaAfter another potentially fatal crash was avoided at this year’s Daytona 500, NASCAR breathes a sigh of relief. The racing organization is receiving praise for the revolutionary changes they instituted since 2001, when at the same race, Dale Earnhart Sr. was the victim of a fatal accident. Caleb and JD discuss what NASCAR changed, and what the NFL could learn from those changes. Devin Jackson, a digital multimedia journalist and content producer at WTAJ-TV in Pittsburgh, joins the guys for this important discussion. Caleb, spinner, jd, Swenson, truesports, podcast, truechat, sports, nascar, ryan, newman, crash, nfl, agree to disagree, ga...
2020-02-2538 minLeadership ReimaginedA Game-Changing Win at the WNBACathy Engelbert, Commissioner of the WNBA, joins Janice to discuss the changes underway at the professional basketball association and what they mean for women everywhere.tags: sports, business, leadership, women, power, money, story, wnba, national basketball association, ellig group, truechat, janice ellig, Cathy Engelbert
2020-02-2030 minTrueSportsTaking a Dive into Texas SportsFor the past few decades, the Lone-Star state has been a sports powerhouse, producing NFL Pro-bowlers, NBA Most Valuable Player award recipients, and as recently as 2017, a World Series champion. On this episode of TrueSports, we’ll be taking a deep look at Texas sports, discussing the Astros, Dak Prescott, Bill O’Brien, and everything and everyone in between with Dusty Baker, a sports anchor and reporter at Nexstar Media Group in Abilene, Texas. Also, Dusty shares his observations of the XFL’s opening day in Dallas, and Caleb fills in for JD on Swenson’s Games of the Week.
2020-02-1935 minMercy MomentsThe Importance of Quality CPR365,000 cardiac arrests happen annually resulting in a 90% fatality rate. Out of this 365,000, 70% of cardiac arrests happen in the home. Terry along with Dean Ortlieb, Cheif of the Urbana Fire Division, and Gary White, Supervisor of Cardiopulmonary Services at Mercy Health, discuss the crucial importance of CPR in our everyday lives. Tags: truechat, mercy moments, cardiac arrest, cpr, health care, fatality, AED, education, tips, doctor, terry ceyler, gary white, dean ortlieb
2020-02-1829 minTrueSportsLooking Back at a Full First Week of FebruaryFebruary began with a bang! Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs won their first championship in Super Bowl 54, in which quarterback Patrick Mahomes was given the MVP award. Several big deals went down on trade deadline day in the NBA, each having the possibility to shake up the standings after the all-star break. Finally, the XFL had its opening weekend, featuring four games over Saturday and Sunday. The new professional football organization had a strong start, but critics believe the success won’t last. We cover all that and more today on an exciting episode of TrueSports! As always, we...
2020-02-1237 minTrueSportsLet’s Make a Trade: Cleveland CavaliersCaleb and JD are joined by 92.3 The Fan’s Tim Grattan to discuss some potential trades for Cleveland Cavaliers’ forward Kevin Love, ahead of tomorrow’s NBA trade deadline. tags: Caleb spinner, JD Swenson, Tim Grattan, 92.3 the fan, TrueSports, podcast, sports, basketball, nba, trade deadline, truechat
2020-02-0541 minTrueSportsWhat is Sign Stealing in the MLB & Why Does it Matter?Baseball is back on TrueSports! Caleb and JD discuss what sign stealing is, why the Houston Astros are under fire, and how the MLB reacted to the scandal. Jon Root, the in-arena host and digital reporter and producer for the San Jose Sharks (NHL), and the Santa Cruz Warriors (NBA G-League). As always, Agree to Disagree and Swenson's Games of the Week close out the show.tags: caleb spinner, jd swenson, jon root, truesports, podcast, sports, truechat, mlb, houston astros, sign stealing
2020-01-2937 minTrueSportsWho Will Hoist the Lombardi Trophy?Caleb and JD breakdown the upcoming matchup between the NFC champion San Francisco 49ers, and the AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs, ahead of Super Bowl 54. The guys look at how both teams earned the chance to play in the NFL’s biggest game, analyze the postseason history of each team, and present our picks for the best Super Bowl commercials of all time! Along with this, Caleb and JD cover some breaking news in college basketball. Tune in as always for Agree to Disagree and Swenson’s Game of the Week. tags: Truesports, caleb spinner, jd Swenson, foot...
2020-01-2335 minMercy MomentsIs Youth Vaping a Serious Problem?According to a survey conducted by the Food and Drug Administration, there was a 78% increase in e-cigarette use by high school students and a 48% increase in use by middle school students. Dr. Soumya Neravetla, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Mercy Health, joins Justin Weller and Lance Jackson from The State of Us to breakdown the problem.tags: politics, laws, government, issues, news, vaping, vape, e-cigarettes, youth, school, education, parents, tsou, truechat, justin weller, lance jackson
2020-01-2135 minLeadership ReimaginedRedefining Power - Telling Stories of ImpactPattie Sellers, Co-CEO of Sellers Easton Media and, joins Janice to discuss her lengthy career telling stories as a journalist and media professional. Pattie spent 30 years at Fortune magazine and developed a unique approach to engaging with people.tags: business, leadership, media, story, journalist, fortune, forbes, new york, advice, career, leadership reimagined, truechat
2020-01-1631 minTrueSportsThe Importance of Supportive CoachingCoach Tray Huntsman, the founder of Huntsman Elite Basketball, joins Caleb and JD to talk about the importance of supportive coaching in sports. Coach Tray shares his story of how decided he wanted to train athletes for a living, how the Huntsman Elite program has grown over the years, and why supportive coaching is important to developing an athlete’s love of the game. Coach Tray answers a special Agree to Disagree question, and JD presents his games of the week.tags: Basketball, caleb spinner, jd Swenson, tray huntsman, podcast, truesports, sports, truechat, huntsman elite, supportive coaching, nfl, nb
2020-01-1635 min
TrueSportsWhat a Week - Freddie and the SemisWhat a way to start off the new decade! Caleb and JD discuss the firing of Freddie Kitchens, and the latest news in the league-wide coaching hunt, and talk about what losing another head coach means for the Cleveland Browns. Also, the guys break down two of the most controversial calls in college football history, and explain why the referees in the 2019 Fiesta Bowl got the rulings right. The episode concludes with a look at the 2019 CFP National Championship, Caleb and JD’s final score predictions, and as always Agree to Disagree and Swenson’s Games of the Week!
2020-01-1036 minTrueSportsNew Year, New TeamCaleb and JD kick off the New Year by wrapping up the old one. The guys put a word to their favorite NFL team’s season so far, and relive some of the most memorable sports moments of 2019. In the spirit of the holiday, the guys end with their resolutions, and the most heated Agree to Disagree question yet! Tags: caleb spinner, jd Swenson, truesports, truechat, podcast, sports, football, new year, agree to disagree, swensons games of the week, nfl
2020-01-0132 minLeadership ReimaginedA Powerful, Persuasive CEO - From Banking to Making Children's Wishes Come TrueRichard Davis, CEO of Make a Wish, joins Janis to discuss how his company has impacted the lives of more than 300,000 children. Richard's journey is extraordinary and his experience is certainly unique. tags: business, economy, leadership, ceo, entrepreneur, change, foundation, charity, story, inspiring, truechat, ellig group
2019-12-1933 minTrueSportsImportance of the Upcoming College Bowl GamesJD and Caleb analyze some intriguing bowl games and dive into the two semifinal games. Also in this episode, JD gives his take on Paul Finebaum’s comments about Lane Kiffin. With Agree to Disagree and Swenson’s Games of the Week. tags: TrueSports, podcast, sports, truechat, caleb spinner, jd Swenson, paul finebaum, college football, football, bowl games, college football playoff, agree to disagree, swenson’s games of the week
2019-12-1234 minTrueSportsIs Load Management the Most Effective Option?Caleb and JD explain the practice of load management in sports, and discuss other alternatives to keep players rested and healthy. tags: Load management, Caleb spinner, jd swenson, TrueSports, TrueChat, sports, basketball, podcast, Swenson’s games of the week
2019-12-0439 minLeadership ReimaginedThe Key to Winning Talent is Culture!Susan Story, CEO of American Water, joins Janice to discuss the importance of winning talent and how culture is a major contributing factor.tags: business, economy, ceo, women, leadership, story, success, ellig group, susan story, truechat
2019-11-2131 minMercy MomentsShould Women Get Routine Mammograms?Many women believe that getting mammograms might be painful. The reality is this only occurs in a very small percentage of individuals. Medical professionals from Mercy Health discuss the benefits of routine mammograms and breakdown some common concerns.tags: health, wellness, health care, mammogram, women, breast, cancer, preventative, insurance, myths, benfits, mercy health, truechat
2019-11-1925 minTrueSportsAnalyzing ESPN’s Week 10 NFL Power RankingsCaleb and JD take a look at the ESPN’s latest NFL Power Rankings and provide their take. JD talks about the first college football playoff rankings and explains why Clemson should be ranked above Alabama. On “Agree to Disagree”, the guys give their own CFP rankings.tags: caleb spinner, JD Swenson, espn, power rankings, truesports, sports, nfl, week 10, CFP, college football playoff, truechat, rankings
2019-11-0739 minTrueSportsFantasy Football: Midseason Check-InWith eight weeks of NFL action behind us, Fantasy Football has reached crunch time. Caleb and JD reassess the best players in each position, talk about players you need to trade for the second half of the year, and some important storylines for week nine.tags: Caleb spinner, nfl, jd Swenson, truesports, sports, football, truechat, fantasy football, agree to disagree, espn, fantasy games
2019-10-3140 minTrueSportsRebuilding the Cleveland Browns: The Transformation & What's to ComeCaleb Spinner and JD Swenson look at how the Cleveland Browns turned 0-16 into a potential playoff season in less than two seasons, and what the Browns need to do to get the 2019-20 season back on track. Paul Brown joins the show from London. tags: Caleb spinner, jd Swenson, truesports, truechat, podcast, sports, football, paul brown Cleveland browns, nfl, Swenson’s Games of the Week, agree to disagree
2019-10-2441 minLeadership ReimaginedA Journalist’s Journey - From Wall Street to Offering Wise Investment ChoicesConsuelo Mack is woman of many talents. From her rise on Wall Street to creating one of the most successful investment TV programs, her wisdom is immense. Consuelo joins Janice to share her story.tags: women, business, finance, leadership, wall street, investing, story, rise, challenge, success, ellig group, truechat
2019-10-1737 minTrueSportsRamsey Goes to LAJaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey was finally traded. Caleb and JD talk about what the trade means for the Los Angeles Rams and their season, what Jacksonville could get from the three picks they received, and discuss the opportunity cost of the trade. Also on this episode, the guys predict wether the Dolphins or the Bengals will win first, and JD presents his two must-watch games on Swenson’s Games of the Week. tags: Truesports, caleb spinner, jd Swenson, Jalen ramsey, los angeles, rams, Jacksonville, jaguars, trade, nfl, Swenson’s Games of the Week, Agree to Disagree, TrueChat
2019-10-1736 minMercy MomentsWhat You Should Know About Lung CancerLung cancer is the number one cancer killer. Claiming more lives than breast, colon, and kidney cancer combined. Dr. Soumya Neravetla, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Mercy Health, joins Justin and Lance to breakdown the problem.tags: health, fitness, cancer, help, wellness, life, healthy living, lung, breathing, smokers, information, doctor, truechat, mercy health
2019-10-1522 minTrueSportsWorld Series Watch: The Week of Game FivesAn exciting weekend of football takes a backseat to baseball. Caleb Spinner and JD Swenson talk about the three divisional matchups happening this week, and what the rest of the Major League Baseball postseason will look like. Also, Caleb provides his takeaways on what went wrong on Monday night for the Cleveland Browns, and JD explains his games of the week.tags: caleb spinner, jd Swenson, baseball, truesports, podcast, truechat, mb, major league baseball, Houston astros, los angeles dodgers, tampa bay rays, st. louis cardinals, atlanta braves, world series, alds, nlds, game five
2019-10-1035 minTrueSportsBreaking Down NFL Week Three, Discussing the First NBA 2020 Mock Draft & a Fantasy Football UpdateCaleb Spinner and producer JD Swenson break down the best from NFL Week Three, take a look at the top five picks from the first 2020 NBA Mock Draft, and update listeners on their fantasy football teams.tags: Caleb spinner, jd Swenson, truesports, truechat, sports, football, nba, mock draft, fantasy football, NFL, week three, podcast
2019-09-2638 min
The State of UsChina's Tech - to Trust or Not?The U.S. may block a new undersea cable that is supported by Facebook, Google, and their partners in China due to 'security concerns.' This issue goes beyond this cable and includes things like subway cars and cellular networks. tags: politics, news, privacy, technology, security, national, untied states, government, president, donald trump, tsou, truechat, truechat, justin weller, lance jackson
2019-09-1941 minLeadership ReimaginedSpeaking Truth to Power - Championing Female CEO LeadershipProfessor Jeffrey Sonnenfeld at Yale School of Management and Senior Associate Dean for Leadership Studies joins Janice Ellig to discuss the importance of championing female CEO leadership.tags: business, women, leadership, ceo, career, advice, profesisonal, tips, corporate, yale, ellig group, truechat, janice ellig
2019-09-1936 minTrueSportsRoethlisberger Done for 2019, Daniel Jones Promoted to Starter & Jalen Ramsey Wants OutHost Caleb Spinner and producer JD Swenson talk about what Ben Roethlisberger’s season-ending injury means for the Steelers if Daniel Jones is ready to lead the Giants’ offense and Jalen Ramsey’s trade request. Listen to the end for Agree To Disagree and Swenson’s Games of the Week. tags: truesports, caleb spinner, jd Swenson, nfl, Jalen ramsey, football, sports, truechat, Roethlisberger, Daniel jones
2019-09-1836 minMercy MomentsIs Human Trafficking a Real Problem in America?What is human trafficking, how big of a problem is it, and what can we do about it? Sister Anne Victory joins Terry Ceyler to discuss these questions and examine solutions.tags: mercy health, health care, hospital, human trafficking, rights, america, united states, debate, issues, truechat, at risk, future
2019-09-1726 minTrueSportsNFL Week One, Antonio Brown & Way-Too-Early MVP PredictionsAfter an entertaining first week of NFL football, there are several things to discuss. Football enthusiast Kyle Hunt joins Caleb Spinner in the studio to break it all down, from surprising upsets to outstanding performances. Tags: caleb spinner, kyle hunt, truechat, truesports, football, nfl, week one, sports, Cleveland browns, Cincinnati bengals, seattle seahawks, professional football
2019-09-1128 minTrueSportsWhat to Make of College Football’s Opening WeekendA lot happened over the weekend when the 2019-20 college football season kicked off. Caleb Spinner and JD Swenson breakdown upsets, dominant performances, and close calls, and provide their picks for their must-watch game this weekend. Tags: Caleb Spinner, JD Swenson, TrueSports, TrueChat, College Football, football, Heisman, week one, sports
2019-09-0429 minTrueSportsFantasy Football Special Pt. 2 – Determining Best Available and Answering Your QuestionsLast week Caleb Spinner and JD Swenson talked about when to draft the different positions on your fantasy football roster. On this episode of TrueSports, Caleb and JD are back to share what their ideal fantasy lineup is and answer questions from the audience. Tags: truesports, truechat, sports, caleb spinner, jd Swenson, nfl, fantasy football, fantasy football special, espn fantasy football, yahoo fantasy, draft kings
2019-08-2830 minTrueSportsFantasy Football Special Pt. 1 – Drafting Do’s and Don’tsWhatever platform you play on, it’s important to draft the right players for your fantasy football team. On this episode of TrueSports, Caleb Spinner talks about what to do and what not to do when picking your team. JD Swenson, reigning champion of The Nerd Table league, joins Caleb in the studio.Tags: sports, caleb spinner, jd Swenson, fantasy football, truesports, football, nfl, fantasy games, espn, yahoo, draft kings, the nerd table, truechat
2019-08-2129 minThe State of UsFarmer's Might Grow Their Way out of Climate ChangeHow serious is the climate crisis and where do farmers fit in? Justin and Lance examine a new concept that involves farmers and the battle against climate change.tags: politics, news, issues, climate change, farm, farmers, crops, weather, tsou, truechat, justin weller, lance jackson, truechat
2019-08-2032 minMercy MomentsBest Practices for Back to School SafetyTerry Ceyler, a Radiology Supervisor at Mercy Health Urbana Hospital, and Lara Willis, a Family Nurse Practioner at Merch Health Urbana Family Medicine and Pediatrics, join Justin T. Weller to discuss back to school safety and parents need to be on the lookout for.tags: health, school, kids, practices, doctors, advice, professionals, education, tips, parents, parenting, saftey, mercy health, truechat
2019-08-2024 minTrueChat PodcastsFarmer's Could Grow Their Way out of Climate ChangeHow serious is the climate crisis and where do farmers fit in? Justin and Lance examine a new concept that involves farmers and the battle against climate change.tags: politics, news, issues, climate change, farm, farmers, crops, weather, tsou, truechat, justin weller, lance jackson, truechat
2019-08-2032 minLeadership ReimaginedToday's Board for Tomorrow's SuccessLes Brun is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sarr Group, a diversified holding company. He is also Senior Advisor of G100 Companies, a unique business partnership that combines the world's best C-level learning communities with a handful of premier professional services firms. Les joins Janice to discuss his impressive career and share insight on the future of boards.tags: business, career, advice, ceo, entrepreneur, story, diversity, investments, leadership, guidance, future, women, ellig group, janice ellig, truechat
2019-08-1530 minTrueSportsPreviewing the 2019-20 College Football SeasonCollege football returns on Saturday! This season, several teams are under the spotlight, and various player storylines are waiting to be solved. On this episode of TrueSports, Caleb Spinner provides his take on these storylines, and makes his predictions for the season with football enthusiast Emma Holtz.tags: sports, college, caleb spinner, emma holtz, truesports, ohio state buckeyes, college football, truechat, notre dame fighting irish, football, Clemson tigers
2019-08-1428 minTrueSportsSign or Decline: Determining the Future of Young NFL StarsIn recent years several players in the National Football League have been skipping team camps, practices, and even games while they wait for their franchise to give them a better deal. In this episode of TrueSports, Caleb Spinner and football enthusiast Alex Vorst share their thoughts on these absences and determine which young stars they would sign longterm, and which ones they would part with.tags: nfl, truesports, caleb spinner, alex vorst, baker mayfield, derek carr, ezekiel elliott, jameis winston, amari cooper, sign or decline, truechat
2019-07-3127 minTrueSportsIs the XFL’s 2020 Return Doomed to Fail?Get ready for what many are calling “the greatest comeback in sports history.” The Xtreme Football League (XFL) is returning in 2020 and will be kicking off in eight cities beginning in February. On this episode of TrueSports, Caleb Spinner looks at past failed alternative football leagues and discusses what the XFL needs to do to thrive and prosper, alongside NFL and World Football League veteran Roger Wallace.tags: TrueSports, Caleb Spinner, Roger Wallace, Sports, Podcast, XFL, World Football League, NFL, Vince McMahon, Xtreme Football League, TrueChat, 2020, Football
2019-07-2434 minLeadership ReimaginedA Survivor's Story – Advocate, Educator & Leader of ChangeLung cancer claims a life every three minutes and is the number one cancer killer. This disease gets less funding than other major diseases. Bonnie J. Addario is the survivor of lung cancer and is working to breakdown the stigma around this cancer. She joins Janice Ellig to share her journey and explain how she overcome extreme adversity.tags: health, business, leader, change, advocate, cancer, issues, non profit, organization, education, educator, survivor, lung cancer, ellig group, truechat
2019-07-1833 minMercy MomentsThe Hidden Dangers of Water for KidsDrowning is the third leading cause of accidental death amongst kids. The American Academy of Pediatrics has lowered the recommended age for kids to start swim lessons from 4 to just 1 year of age. What do parents need to know to keep their kids safe? Rick Kauffman, water safety advocate and host of the Drowning Warrior podcast, and Dr. Paul Willette, emergency medicine physician with Mercy Health, discuss what parents should keep in mind with the host of Mercy Moments, Justin T. Weller.tags: health, wellness, living, lifestyle, family, kids, tips, safety, drowning, water, awareness, parenting, mercy health, truechat...
2019-07-1630 minLeadership ReimaginedA Progressive Corporate ClimbTricia Griffith, CEO and president of Progressive Insurance, joins Janice Ellig to share her unique story climbing the corporate ladder. From entry level to the chief executive officer, Tricia took an extraordinary journey.tags: women, leadership, business, success, story, tricia griffith, janice ellig, CEO, fortune, advice, career, skills, ellig group, truechat
2019-06-2029 min
The State of UsYouTube to Remove More "Offensive" ContentIn a blog post, YouTube announced that it would further restrict content by removing videos and banning creators that were claiming one race or ethnic group was superior to another. Is this crossing the line of free speech? Justin and Lance discuss this issue and share their perspective at TrueChat.tags: politics, government, content, youtube, free speech, ban, restrict, remove, google, alphabet, business, policy, opinion, tsou, truechat, justin weller, lance jackson
2019-06-1837 minTrueChat PodcastsYouTube to Remove More "Offensive" ContentIn a blog post, YouTube announced that it would further restrict content by removing videos and banning creators that were claiming one race or ethnic group was superior to another. Is this crossing the line of free speech? Justin and Lance discuss this issue and share their perspective at TrueChat.tags: politics, government, content, youtube, free speech, ban, restrict, remove, google, alphabet, business, policy, opinion, tsou, truechat, justin weller, lance jackson
2019-06-1837 min
Business is ARTBusiness Startup Ideas for 2020Considering starting a new business in 2019 or 2020? Justin T. Weller, co-founder of TrueChat.org, and Jon Umstead, business consultant, dive into the startup industries that are hot right now.tags: business, plan canvas, jon umstead, justin t weller, startups, entrepreneur, invest, investor, trends, 2019, ideas, discussion, consultant, coach, truechat
2019-04-2340 minTrueChat PodcastsBusiness Startup Ideas for 2019Considering starting a new business in 2019? Justin T. Weller, co-founder of TrueChat.org, and Jon Umstead, business consultant, dive into the startup industries that are hot right now.tags: business, plan canvas, jon umstead, justin t weller, startups, entrepreneur, invest, investor, trends, 2019, ideas, discussion, consultant, coach, truechat
2019-04-2340 minLeadership ReimaginedPreserving the Planet - The Power of People and ProductsStephan Tanda is the President & CEO of Aptar, a group you may never have heard of, but whose products you've almost certainly encountered. How important is it for organizations to be concerned with preserving the planet? Janice discusses the issue with Stephan.tags: planet, climate change, recycling, business, preserve, protect, gender, female, diversity, leadership, ellig group, truechat, stephan tanda, janice ellig
2019-04-1828 minBusiness is ARTBusiness Trends to Watch in 2019 & 2020Should your business pay attention to trends? What can you expect in 2019 & 2020? Jon is joined by Justin T. Weller, President & CEO of TrueChat, to discuss changes that will impact the world of business.tags: business, trends, trending, topics, modern, small, planning, strategy, 2019, 2020, ceo, jon umstead, justin t weller, truechat
2019-03-2640 minTrueChat PodcastsBusiness Trends to Watch in 2019 & 2020Should your business pay attention to trends? What can you expect in 2019 & 2020? Jon is joined by Justin T. Weller, President & CEO of TrueChat, to discuss changes that will impact the world of business.tags: business, trends, trending, topics, modern, small, planning, strategy, 2019, 2020, ceo, jon umstead, justin t weller, truechat
2019-03-2640 minLeadership ReimaginedA CEO on Fire - From Publishing to WellnessDawn Zier, President and CEO of Nutrisystem, has served in a variety of roles and various industries. She joins Janice Ellig to discuss her experience from publishing to wellness and shares her insight on climbing the latter to Chief Executive Officer.tags: business, ceo, president, experience, story, success, leadership, innovative, women, empowerment, Nutrisystem, fotrune, issues, industry, corporate, ellig group, truechat
2019-03-2128 minBusiness is ARTWhat Should You Have in Your Pitch Deck for 2020?Drafting a pitch deck can be challenging, but it is important to include certain key elements. Justin T. Weller, President & CEO of TrueChat, joins Jon to explore the aspects of a pitch deck.tags: business, investor, investing, startup, venture, capital, how to, advice, pitch deck, presentation, money, finance, truechat
2019-03-0839 minTrueChat PodcastsWhat Should You Have in Your Pitch Deck?Drafting a pitch deck can be challenging, but it is important to include certain key elements. Justin T. Weller, President & CEO of TrueChat, joins Jon to explore the aspects of a pitch deck.tags: business, investor, investing, startup, venture, capital, how to, advice, pitch deck, presentation, money, finance, truechat
2019-03-0739 minLeadership ReimaginedMoney is Power - Closing the Money Gender GapSallie L. Krawcheck is the CEO and Co-Founder of Ellevest, a digital financial advisor for women. She joins Janice Ellig to discuss the importance of financial security for women and everyone in business.tags: business, women, leadership, reimagined, leader, story, inspiration, truechat, ellig group, podcast, janice ellig
2019-02-2132 minBusiness is ARTHow to Protect Your Business - Catalog YouMarianne Bailey, founder of Catalog You, joins Jon to discuss the importance of taking preemptive measures to protect your business from the unexpected.tags: business, insurance, inventory, managment, plan, disaster, relief, art, office, theft, fire, damage, how to, truechat, jon umstead
2019-01-2432 minBusiness is ARTKeys to Transformation - Mindset FacilitationWhat's the best way to change? Leisa Reid, a mindset facilitator, joins Jon to share her distinct perspective on how to approach transformation in business and life.tags: business, advice, leadership, change, transform, manage, facilitate, life, strategy, meeting, small, entrepreneur, truechat
2019-01-1736 minLeadership ReimaginedReimagining CEO and Board Leadership - A Success StoryWomen currently hold just 21% of board seats on the S&P 500. Maggie Wilderotter is a true trailblazer in corporate America. She joins Janice Ellig to share her insight on how businesses can reimagine CEO and board leadership...tags: leader, leadership, business, success, story, maggie wilderotter, fortune, janice ellig, group, interview, CEO, marketing, equality, women, rights, diversity, gender, america, truechat
2019-01-1738 minBusiness is ARTWomen in Leadership - A Fresh PerspectiveWhat does a lifetime climbing the corporate ladder teach a woman? Jon Umstead finds out as Kim Bartley, Chief Marketing Officer at White Castle, shares her experiences and gives advice to women in leadership and for anyone looking to pursue the management path.tags: CMO, White Castle, Jon Umstead, TrueChat, women, woman, leadership, diversity, management, team, men, man, secretary, job, career, advice, interview, fortune, business
2018-12-2839 minBusiness is ARTThe Business Impact of #MeTooHow should you navigate gender parity in the age of #MeToo? Janice Ellig, CEO of Ellig Group, joins Jon to share her insight. She also announces her new podcast, Leadership Reimagined and discusses what Ellig Group is working on.Tags: women, woman, leadership, movement, gender, diversity, parity, equality, rights, power, men, man, board, room, business, best practices, learning, change, work, worker, truechat, reimagined, jon umstead, plan canvas, business is art
2018-12-2134 minBusiness is ARTHow to Stay True and Be of ValueBusinesses are releasing holiday ads this time of year and it can difficult to know what kind of promotion you should do. In the most recent blog post on PlanCanvas.net, Jon Umstead outlines the importance of thanking the individuals and organizations that have contributed to your success.tags: business, success, jon umstead, art, book, author, thanks, appreciate, holiday, ads, true, value, truechat, tips
2018-12-1342 minBusiness is ARTWill Your Business Plan Work?What will it take to make your business viable? In this three-part mini-series, Jon is joined by Justin T. Weller, President & CEO of TrueChat, to examine the three categories of questions that you should answer before starting a new venture. In this final part (3 of 3), we look at what you need to do to make sure that your business plan is viable.
2018-11-2835 min
Business is ARTHow to Manage Change - Papa John'sManaging change can be hard, but there are steps to make it easier. What can we learn from the Papa John's crisis? Justin T. Weller, CEO of TrueChat, joins Jon to explain.
2018-08-2232 min
TrueChat PodcastsA Real TrueChat ShowJustin and Cam are all over the place today, but that is what you want right? Cam finally watches Star Trek, the Bannon story is much more important to someone, and TrueChat announcements.
2018-01-1131 minTrueChat PodcastsA Real TrueChat ShowJustin and Cam are all over the place today, but that is what you want right? Cam finally watches Star Trek, the Bannon story is much more important to someone, and TrueChat announcements.
2018-01-1131 min
TrueChat PodcastsThankful For TrueChatTrueChat has been around for many years and had it's first unofficial episode the day after Thanksgiving. How much have we done this thing and what are we the most thankful for?
2017-11-2335 minTrueChat PodcastsThankful For TrueChatTrueChat has been around for many years and had it's first unofficial episode the day after Thanksgiving. How much have we done this thing and what are we the most thankful for?
2017-11-2335 min
Business is ARTCollaborating from Another RoomDo you work remotely or have a remote team? Jon discusses his experience and a vision for one area he plans to offer solutions as he is interviewed by TrueChat's Camden Pierce.
2017-06-2045 min
Business is ARTDan Lyons - DisruptedBest selling author Dan Lyons is Jon's guest on BIA #45. TrueChat's own Camden Pierce even joined in, discussing Dan's experience as a writer on HBO's "Silicon Valley", his book entitled "Disrupted (My Misadventure in the Start-Up Bubble)" and several business related issues such as age discrimination and the new contract between employer and employee.
2017-05-3141 min
Business is ARTKnowledge ManagementDoes your business or organization have a Knowledge Management strategy? If you said, "What's that," then the answer is probably, "No." TrueChat's own Justin Weller and Business is ART host, Jon Umstead, talk about what it is, why it's important, and how to develop one.
2017-03-2833 min
Business is ARTStarting a Startup: The TrueChat WayJon hasn't had the great privilege of having any TrueChat'ers on for a while, so why not have the two co-founders on one episode. Cam and Justin get into startups with Jon and all the things you need to do to succeed and the things you have to remember to stay sane.
2017-03-2142 min
Business is ARTThe One Year Anniversary of Business is ARTTrueChat would like to start off by thanking Jon for doing this wonderful show for 1 year! Cam and Jon talk about where the podcast and Business is ART the brand has gone and what the podcast has done better!
2016-10-1839 min