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"I'm a mindset guy," I often tell people when describing what I want to talk about on my podcast. During a "Chats with Clark" episode, you will engage a conversation about mindsets and ideas that actually matter in the world. At the end of each episode, I hope that all of us are better than we were before thinking about the topics of that day.

My underlying theme is gratitude. "If you want to be happier, live more gratefully," I contend. Take a listen and find out why "Chats with Clark" will enrich your mind and your soul throughout each episode; the only regret will be not having done so sooner.

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"Tenacious, indomitable, and glitter-like" are the three terms that a dear friend of Brianna Koehler "Bits of Bri" used to describe her, prior to her arrival on episode 81 of the Chats with Clark Podcast. Throughout this episode, Bri shares her mindsets that epitomize these attributes.

As someone devoted to bringing women together, used her YouTube channel to create a community of women who support and uplift each other, leading Bri to be penned the "first working mom on YouTube"!

As a mom of three, Bri commits herself to being fully present in everything that she does. Her focus is to live a life that is holistic and vibrant, and she has taken the approach of believing in that which God has put on her heart.

This approach is how she has made the difficult decisions in her life, including leaving her safe and steady job to do YouTube full-time, ending her marriage, and taking trips even solo to ensure growth and exposure in her life. "I may not take the most direct route," Bri contends, "But I'm going to get there one way or another."

Episode 81 with Bri Koehler is like being in a room with a disco ball that is shining its lights all around (hence Bri's ambition to be a human version of a disco ball). This episode will take you through the mindsets, stories, and approaches of someone who is influencing the lives of others and whose inner life ought to be heard. It's raw and vulnerable and will leave all of us feeling like buying the ticket, taking the trip, and working like mad to create the life that we envision, even if that means making the hard decisions.

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"It's important to care about the details... Care about everything," Hayden Grove, the beloved Cleveland Jazz, rat-pack-style singer contends on episode 80 of Chats with Clark. Grove, who is a steadfast Clevelander, has been singing since he was a child, when his dad would rattle off songs for Hayden to sing.

Growing up in a household that adored music, Hayden had been surrounded by an appreciation for it. Through the years, he took lessons and found that his voice developed towards a sound of the idols before him: Sinatra, Armstrong, Bublé, his own father, and more.

After college, he erupted on the journalism scene, covering highlights of Cleveland sports, like the Cavs championship season, Browns playoffs, and the then-Indians World Series battle. With such success and great opportunities early on, Hayden felt that he had done all he had wanted to do in the sports world and took a chance on himself, on the music.

While singing with local pianist Mike Patrone in Cleveland, Hayden started consistently posting social media videos of him singing. Each video seemed better than the next, and eventually, Hayden garnered the attention of Michael Bublé.

From there, the process expedited; Season 27 of "The Voice," singing alongside Bublé, himself, and now touring as an alter-ego of "Cleveland's Crooner."

Hayden's story is one that has tremendous experiences and very high highs. With them, Hayden openly discusses his bouts with mental health struggles. Hayden urges all of us to "Take our mental health the most seriously, but never to take ourselves too seriously." This passion for mental health wellbeing is near and dear to his heart, so Hayden commits great support and activism towards the realm.

Episode 80 of Chats with Clark will leave you stunned, as we take you behind the scenes of the thought processes of Team Adam's Hayden Grove and what has powered Hayden to reaching new heights in his singing career and beyond.

How does someone on stages in front of thousands overcome battles in his own brain? What does one do to stay grounded when hateful comments are thrown one's way? Where does God fit into all of this? And also, long live music.

In episode 80, we have you covered. Tune in and enjoy Hayden Grove. In the words of Bublé, "You're a beaut, Hayden"!

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"I'm a homer," Chef Rocco Whalen contends to start off episode 79 of Chats with Clark! Born and raised in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, Rocco was always in the kitchen with his grandma and his mom, learning the ins and outs of making dishes that were both delicious and filling.

Moreover, Rocco learned the importance of sitting down for family dinners and chatting about anything and everything. So much so that Rocco is adamant that the world's problems would be better solved around the dinner table with a great meal and perhaps some good bourbon.

This recognition of the humanity of one another is what has allowed for Rocco to excel throughout his career and life. After his initial training under the beloved women in his life, Rocco studied and practiced under the great Wolfgang Puck out in Phoenix, Las Vegas, and the west coast.

At merely twenty-four-years-old, Rocco went all in on himself and opened Fahrenheit in the Tremont neighborhood back home in Cleveland. During the initial opening year of the restaurant, Rocco received praise from Gourmet magazine (and others) and began creating a significant name for himself around the city.

Instead of a cut-throat approach, Rocco believed in the value of collaboration, which is what compelled Chef Rocco Whalen to befriend and learn from Cleveland staple chef Michael Symon. Like advised by Wolfgang, Rocco furthered his name for himself by being a chef that visited the tables and ensured that his restaurant attendees were always satisfied.

Again, person-to-person connection is a value that Rocco has embodied from his youth.

Fahrenheit is thriving with Rocco at the helm because of the full-circle approach. Tune in to hear how Rocco Whalen is using all of the best ingredients both in his food and in the environment to create top notch experiences for all who enter.

Rocco is one of those people whose energy is felt when he is in the room. He's a mover. See for yourself in episode 79, and after you watch, you'll be on the phone with Fahrenheit for a reservation.

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Tom Rini, founder of the gym Black Flag Athletics Strength & Conditioning, joins episode 78 of the Chats with Clark Podcast to share the mindsets that allow for him to excel as a gym owner and a leader.

As a member of the 2011 John Carroll University Athletic Hall of Fame, Tom exhibits a "Hall of Fame" mindset throughout his life. To earn this achievement, Tom displayed steadfast commitment to his craft, almost to an obsessive point.

In business, Tom shares with his employees that energy is infectious. "If we don't act like we want to be here [at the gym], why would anyone else?" This notion of showing up every day with passion and bringing enthusiasm into each aspect of life is Tom's philosophy.

Throughout the process, Tom has grown more in balance. He describes cleaning the toilets and wearing all of the hats when initially starting the business, but through trusted individuals in his corner, they encouraged him to delegate in order to take care of himself. Ultimately, that strive for balance is an ongoing quest and inherently difficult in collaboration with Tom's Hall of Fame mindset.

Tune in to episode 78 of Chats with Clark to hear stories of resilience, dynamic energy, and the belief that we all can achieve growth while striving for some sort of balance. Oh, and stay off of Instagram to actually make progress!

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Making it to the NFL is an incredible feat, and making it to the NFL and recording your first interception against Tom Brady is a really incredible feat. For Jason Trusnik, these feats, among many others, are highlights of his underdog story and ability to outwork anyone.

Joining Chats with Clark for episode 77, Trusnik shares how he is "chasing you down" in any field that he enters (literally and figuratively). For Trusnik, falling prey to mediocrity is not an option, insofar that he can exhibit top notch attitude, effort, and preparation. Excelling in these areas are what allowed Jason to make the NFL as an undrafted free agent and to compete for years, while gaining and holding the respect of NFL legendary coaches and players alike.

Beyond the NFL, Jason has lived out a life mantra to "Be great today!" by opening a gym a Cleveland, OH suburb (Strongsville) called Pro Sports Performance, where he touts the nickname "The Gorilla" for his intense attributes and overt holistic strength. Through the gym, Trusnik has built a community of individuals that are striving to grow and compete with themselves each step of the way towards better versions of who they are.

More, Jason displays his football knowledge and experience as the head coach of the Strongsville High School football program, where he leads young men to be "respectful dawgs." To Trusnik, a respectful dawg is someone who is a dawg, someone who puts his all out there and is going to work like mad to leave a positive impact and achieve his goals. This dawg, though, is respectful, and is the type to treat people well, lift up others, and be an outstanding sport. For high school young men, these attributes are what Trusnik preaches will carry them well into their lives, beyond merely their football careers, and allow them to excel.

Tune in to episode 77 to hear about "The Gorilla," Jason Trusnik, who exhibits the characteristics needed to be great today and every day, making him the respectful dawg. Former NFL star and a leader in many communities, Trusnik has the mindset of continually making things better and growing; thus, anticipate nothing less for yourself in engaging with this episode.

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"Accept the pain that comes with the beauty," Natalie Herbick inspires all of us in episode 76 of Chats with Clark. The renowned host of "New Day Cleveland" and staple anchor of Fox 8 News, Natalie joins the show to share the stories behind her mindset that is so focused on uplifting others.

Through her relationship with her mother, Herbick learned how to go through life with joy. Even in her mother's battle with cancer, Natalie notes that her mom always persevered with such grace. In early 2022, when Natalie received her own cancer diagnosis, she knew that she had a special guardian angel watching over her and also the strength to pull through. Throughout her own fight, Natalie used her platform to encourage others to have screenings done early and often to catch the dreadful disease. She believes that this connecting of the dots - the intertwining of her own experiences and helping others in their journeys - is where her true passion lies.

As someone who bleeds Cleveland and radiates goodness, Natalie spotlights local businesses on "New Day Cleveland" and provides them a platform to explain the great work that they are doing. Outside of the studio, Natalie walks-the-walk by supporting local restaurants and shops and really emphasizes the value in appreciating others.

"If you can be authentically yourself," Herbick contends, "then true goodness will continue to come to you." As she shares heartfelt moments that bring tears to eyes, Natalie provides insight into the mindsets behind her beloved presence on and off the air.

Tune in to episode 76 to be moved through the conversation and by whom Natalie Herbick is. Her energy is the type that we all want to embody and bring to others!

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Jim Walter, renowned UFC manager and entrepreneur, joins episode 75 of Chats with Clark, which Jim notes as his first real public appearance since his life flipped upside down in July 2022. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Jim was founded on service to others and thinking about the ways in which he could improve the lives of people around him, crediting Saint Ignatius High School for this mentality.

On that day in July 2022, Jim's mom and grandma were brutally murdered by his brother. When the fight turned for Jim, he credits his background in jujitsu for Jim's ability to stay alive. Really, though, the fight kept going after that horrific day.

Each and every day, Jim aims to be consistent. From then on, Jim recognized all the more how precious time is. In his words, his advice to younger him would be to "smell the roses" more and to spend time on things that really matter (faith, community, service to others, friendship, love, connection).

With his life entirely changed, Jim worked to emerge as his best self. He never backed down and worked feverishly on growth. Prior to the tragedy, Jim was a UFC manager, which expanded past just the UFC; Jim managed the legendary careers of Stipe Miocic, Anthony "Lionheart" Smith, and even Myles Garrett, among many others.

Back on his feet, though admittedly never out of the waters from this horrible day, Jim strives now to empower women athletes with his representation group called BLOOM.

Jim's mom was a massive sports fan and always advocated for women in sports, and Jim sees this work at BLOOM as a great way to build his family legacy and uplift his mother's passion.

As one of the most humble, disciplined men, Jim Walter encourages all of us to live by one of the quotes that he reads each morning: "I love myself and the good things that are meant for me will come to me."

Tune in to episode 75 to hear Jim Walter's bone-chilling story and how he is using his story as means to develop and carry on his family legacy, while also inspiring female athletes throughout the world to keep chasing their dreams. Frankly, Jim inspires each and every person that he encounters; every person that knows Jim, loves Jim. He is THAT impressive.

This is one of those episodes that you won't stop thinking about and will definitely listen to more than once.

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Episode 74 of the Chats with Clark Podcast welcomes Nick Stanoszek, the co-founder of VIO Med Spa and of Balance Modern Pilates. Stanoszek joins the show to dive into his mindsets behind being an entrepreneur, even though he would adamantly disagree with that term. To Nick, an entrepreneur is someone who pushes all of their chips in and risks it all; as someone wired the opposite, Nick refutes that he is entrepreneurial.

Nick's consistency and persistency are his two attributes that have driven his success. When he took the risk to leave his job as a consultant for EY to dive fully into VIO Med Spa and eventually Balance Modern Pilates, Nick shares that he knew he would be successful because he rolls up his sleeves and will work until he figures something out. Throughout the process, many people doubted Stanoszek (which is probable when one aspires to do anything), and that motivated Stanoszek all the more to develop what he needed. In essence, Nick embodies the "watch me" mindset, proving to others that his grit and determination would outweigh the obstacles thrown his way.

To that end, Nick encourages all of us to overcome obstacles and to work through the puzzle, placing aside any excuses that cloud our minds and productivity. And, importantly, when the success comes from the result of the hard work, remain humble and be good to others. Nick prides himself on those values and shares heartfelt stories as to why.

Tune in to episode 74 to hear the mindsets, thought processes, and habits that allowed Nick and his brother Joe to develop the largest franchised med spa in the country and why the latest endeavor of Balance Pilates has been off to a roaring start. Find out why Nick implores everyone to value their family and friends over business, and why business is best done "on a handshake"!

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Recently starring in Netflix's Season 10 of Love Is Blind, Ashley Carpenter leaves the altar to join us on episode 73 of the Chats with Clark Podcast. Of course, the obvious question was contemplated. Is love really blind?

Experiencing a dating "experiment" (as called on the show) that is rapid and intentionally expedited, Ashley worked to balance her reserved nature while also desiring in-depth connection. As someone who values asking the tough questions, Ashley thanks her father and family dynamic for raising her in ways that real truth is valued.

Finding the balance between setting boundaries between being outgoing and bold and also that reserved nature has been a recent toil for Ashley. Nodding to the show for aiding in this realization, Ashley walked away from "Love Is Blind" with newfound appreciation for really establishing non-negotiables and never deviating from them.

To that end, Ashley yearns now for "the cozy fireplace" versus the fireworks and butterflies. Having gone through Season 10, her advice to all of us is to be authentically ourselves (allowing for true depth of connection), to ask the tough questions right away in each situation (saving us time), and to remain steadfast with our non-negotiable aspects or values in someone else and ourselves.

Tune in to episode 73 to hear the ways in which love really is blind and perhaps how it is not, the mindsets that Ashley takes into her updated life after the show, and why all of us will be having the difficult conversations we've been putting off after this episode.

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President & CEO of Port of Cleveland, Jeff Epstein, joins Chats with Clark episode 72 to dive into the business that supports over 23,000 jobs. As a leader in maritime opportunities in Cleveland and positioned on one of the largest shipping ports in all of the Midwest, Jeff believes that their work at Port is imperative for shaping and redefining Cleveland's lakefront and city as a prominent place where people want to "work, live, and play."

As a leader, Jeff prides himself on listening to the voices of those whom he serves, which is what he notes has allowed for great projects to come to fruition. For Jeff, Cleveland is home, and he is a Cleveland truther. In fact, he is such a Cleveland homer that his friends from out of town call him "Captain Cleveland"! This belief in his city is what motivates Jeff to do his part in shaping Cleveland's future.

Episode 72 with Jeff Epstein is a conversation full of riveting stories that bridges the gaps between citizens to top level officials. Tune in to hear innovative thoughts about Cleveland's lakefront and city redevelopment, a mindset of persistency and curiosity, and the ways in which Port of Cleveland is leading the charge for the city.

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When we talk to our dogs, we use a specific playful, simplified tone that reflects the relationship that we have with our dogs. The etiquette of talking to our dogs unveils deeper truths about the ways in which etiquette is intertwined in all facets of life.

Have you ever seen someone wearing a hoodie at the beach, or how about those who choose to miserably wear closed tennis shoes? These images stand out as ineffective practices that also break etiquette (in this case, of going to the beach).

Surely, we all have the creative freedom to do that which we please; however, the etiquettes are rooted in effectiveness. Talking plainly to our dogs or wearing hoodies to the beach are less effective than the playful linguistics or some flip flop of sort, and so on.

Tune in to episode 71 of Chats with Clark for a dive into the etiquettes in our lives, how they coincide with first impressions, and ways in which we can add our personal flair into each situation, while adhering to etiquettes, to perform at our best.

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Forming in 2009 and continually emerging on the scene as a beloved, epic synth pop band, Recess joins episode 70 of Chats with Clark! Led by singer Vincent Fondale and accompanied by trusted musicians Alex Razzy and Anthony Fondale, the band focuses on making their music an experience. From the start of a song to the end of it, from beginning to end of a show, their goal is to engage with the audience in a way that is both cinematic and meaningful.

This style has proven to be a great success for Recess, who recently "made it to Hollywood" and competed on the legendary American Idol show. For Vincent and the band, learning from the experts, some of the absolute best in the business (Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood), was a sheer privilege.

Of course, as with any creative endeavor, Recess is familiar with stones being cast their way. As such, they address criticism with grace and use it to catapult themselves forward. Finding their identity and sticking to it, while aiming to be relevant with musical trends, is their viable tactic.

Tune in to episode 70 to hear behind-the-scenes looks at what American Idol is like, an acoustic rendition of hit song "The Sound of Giving Up," stories of battling forward in adversity, and an ongoing commitment to one another as a band and their fans, to whom Recess adores. With tangible talent, Recess will leave you impressed and hopping over to your music platform to enjoy their music... but after you're done with this episode!

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Natalie Bell is a beacon of hope for those who engage with her content in the dating, relationship world. As a creator, she focuses on bringing people together and inspiring their journeys towards better tomorrows.

Through in-person dating events, designed specifically to help break down the barriers of difficulty in finding single potential partners, Natalie has expanded her City Social business to numerous cities across the country. This commitment to bringing people together is something that Natalie loves to do and notedly brings her great joy.

In episode 69 of Chats with Clark, Natalie joins the show to share stories of zeal for love. She shares how "everything is working out for us," even if we don't recognize it in the moment. The detours provide the best, most fruitful journeys.

More, she encourages all of us to go for it. Whatever "it" is in our lives that is pulling at our heartstrings and keeps taking up mental space, Natalie contends is worth our attention.

As a true gem of a human and a mover in the relationship space, Natalie's episode is one that you will end up listening to more than once. Like Natalie says, tap into the call for more!

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"Build your business like the New York City skyline," notes Mike Gordon, Jr., leader of sales at TENDON Manufacturing in Cleveland, OH. Mike tributes a mentor of his for sharing this wise phrase with him, forever changing his approach to business. Ultimately, you want your business to be full of high achieves, high energy individuals, like the abundance of skyscrapers that line New York City.

Transforming TENDON, his family business, into a manufacturing mogul, Mike attributes his work ethic and passionate energy for his success. To Gordon, brining great energy and a positive attitude is a must, particularly because it takes no talent to do so. In essence, it's a choice, and Mike chooses to epitomize those attributes in his life.

As a devoted family man and father, Mike treats everyone with utmost respect. Touring through the warehouse, he had a special name/nickname for his employees, validating their need and importance as people and as employees of TENDON. This selfless nature translates to his children and into every aspect of his life.

Tune in to episode 68 of Chats with Clark to experience raw anecdotes from Mike, including his methods for scaling the business, feeding the homeless with his children, and a discussion of why there is an uptick in enrollment of workers who want to use their hands.

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"There is no perfect way to cook," Logan Neisel contends. As a self-taught chef himself, "Chef Lone" has mastered the craft of delicious tasting food with a display so intriguing that it tells a story. Each piece of food is meticulously designed to have significance towards the overall plate, a true form of art.

Throughout his experiences so far, Logan has created a popup dinner event series, in which he takes over a restaurant's menu and prepares a multi-course meal that, again, tells a story. Notably and well-deserved, Logan has earned the trust of many great Cleveland business, partnering with cocktail bars, restaurants, and event spaces.

As someone who appreciates the process, Logan shares stories of his mentors and the value that they have brought him, and, in turn, mentoring others who aspire to do more and dream vividly.

To continually develop, Logan keeps "One eye in the telescope and one in the microscope," so that his day-to-day vision aligns with his long-term goals and desires. This advice is applicable to all of us as we strive towards whatever it is that we want to achieve.

Tune in to episode 67 of Chats with Clark to experience a journey through a culinary mastermind and his commitment to telling stories through art on a plate, all while bringing people together through his dinner series and delicious foods.

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"Art is the soul of humanity," contends David Biro, a Cleveland large scale artist. As the founder of "Midnight Art Club," David believes that art should be an experience, because it draws people into the art and together.

Throughout Cleveland, David and his team have created exhibits that beautify the city, and he recently has taken his artwork down to Florida, where he builds and creates on the spot.

During our conversation, David makes strong recommendations for those who are looking to advance their lives. "Work three jobs, drink tons of coffee, and never quit."

Turning ideas into action is the quality that David believes allows him (and others) to perform well. Without action, ideas are mere thoughts.

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Each year teaches us something. The compiling effect of taking these lessons with us into the next year allows for us to consistently grow.

From 2025, there are five main lessons that I am implementing in 2026 to change my life for the better! What is your new goal for 2026? Leave us a comment, and thank you for listening!

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In episode 64 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Ishmael "Ish" Khadair joins to for a conversation about the events space in Cleveland. As someone who hosts events across the country, Ishmael recognized a hole in the events space in Cleveland after moving back to his hometown from New York City.

Influenced by the lights and connective events in cities like New York, Miami, or Los Angeles, Ishmael knew that the people of Cleveland longed for this sort of fun and opportunity. So, Ishmael set out on a mission: bring back live events that people enjoy right in the city.

By creating these events, not only has Ishmael connected the people of the city, but he epitomizes the "shop local" mindset and approach by working with all local brands, DJs, event spaces, etcetera. More, Ishmael installs the opinions of people into his branding, hearing feedback and allowing for that to influence future themes and ideas.

For a city committed to its people, Ishmael has devoted to Cleveland his time, efforts, and resources, so as to bring about lively and vibrant events. "The people will come," Ishmael contends, noting the devotion of the city's people.

Tune in to episode 64 to hear stories of great business innovation, excellent strategies in developing, and the ways in which Cleveland is on the rise through prominent events hosted by Ishmael.

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In episode 63 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Matt Wurnig, the host and creative mind behind the social media series "50 Dates 50 States" joins the show to share stories of going on a date in every state, not just once, nor twice, but three times!

Penned as "The TikTok Bachelor," Matt shares his goals behind the series and what his hopes are for each and every date. Raised in small towns and on farms, Matt has expounded his reach across the nation, especially through his use of social media, where he has amassed millions of interactions on his series.

Throughout, Matt has learned many lessons about dating, relationships, and holistically interacting with others. In episode 63, Matt describes his end goals for the brand and for himself, as he practices "the gift of goodbye" to himself as the star of the show.

Tune in to episode 63 to hear stories of impressive dates, incredible experiences, a bachelor with determination and innovative vision, and an overarching feeling of glory, as Matt is beloved.

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Matt Wurnig Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewwurnig/
50 Dates 50 States Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/50dates50states__/
50 Dates 50 States TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@50dates50states?lang=en
50 Dates 50 States Website: https://50dates50states.com/about/ Chats with Clark Instagram: https://linktr.ee/chatswithclark


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Episode 62 of Chats with Clark welcomes someone who is typically on the opposite end of the microphone, the one who brings the energy and furthers the conversation: the Cleveland Browns on-field host and catalyst of the game day experience, Bridget Linton.

An Akron, OH native, Bridget grew up as the center of attention. She has been an Irish dancer for as long as she can remember, and she emerged in the pageant world, leading to her recognition as Miss Ohio. Consistently, Bridget loved injecting energy into situations and making people smile.

Thus, as she developed in her career, she shifted into an emcee role, from ESPN Cleveland to the Cleveland Browns and also CrossCountry Mortgage. Bridget is a staple face among Cleveland, as someone who is tangibly authentic to who she is. Bridget shares stories of when she will be walking downtown and be called by name, followed with a "Go Browns"!

Stories of this type of energy summarizes Bridget: honest, wholesome, thorough, consistent, and infectious. Her ability to capture a room is apparent.

Allow episode 62 of Chats with Clark with Bridget Linton to capture you, as you hear shares of her experiences, from working with players to staying committed to local Cleveland versus a larger scale market. You'll be thinking about this episode time and time again after watching it.

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In episode 61 of "Chats with Clark," Cam Trudell joins the show to share his aspirations of "raising role models," a phrase that guides his life as the vice president of NACDA (National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics), an inductee to the Walsh University Hall of Fame for his play as a linebacker, and especially as a devoted husband and father of three.

Trudell notes that one would be remiss to mention his name without noting that he is a proud dad, noting the influence of his own parents. Cam shares stories of the way that his mom and dad were always present in the lives of his siblings and him and how he aspires to be (and is) vitally present in the lives of his children.

Professionally, Cam embodies being a role model, as he has leveled up through various roles, allowing him to emerge as the NACDA Vice President. Thankful to many of his own role models, individuals throughout his life have influenced him to keep growing and developing into the dominant force that he is within the world of sports and beyond.

Tune in to episode 61 to hear stories of family first, the role of NIL deals, where college sports are heading (and declining), and elements of great grit and ingenuity!

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Cam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tru3_knows/
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In episode 60, Aidan Meany, creator of "Found Surface" in Cleveland, Ohio, dives into the mindsets that propelled his vision of turning fabrics and ideas into sustainable, American-Made apparel. A member of the Forbes Cleveland 30 Under 30 List, longly attracted to fashion, Meany offers stories that show his perseverance and commitment to making a lasting impact on a deeply-rooted industry.

Throughout his journey, Meany and Found Surface have remained committed to working on the long game, recognizing that progress takes time and is often incremental, as opposed to massive surges. Some of the projects that have catapulted the notoriety in the industry have included works with the Cleveland Cavaliers, The Cleveland Museum of Art, and Cent's Pizza. The day-to-day tasks are pivotal to shoot for the moon.

To keep growing and remain grounded, Meany practices gratitude in his daily life. "Changing the fashion industry is going to be extremely difficult," Meany tells his new hires, and he notes that projects take grit. One of the tactics that his team uses to show their influence is to allow companies to see the project each step of the way, as opposed to merely the finished product. This transparency and integrally believing in each step speaks volumes and sets Found Surface apart.

Tune in to episode 60 to hear the wisdom, stories, and mindsets of Aidan Meany, a young entrepreneur and creator of Found Surface, who is shaping the landscape for future apparel companies and challenging the present ones to be both sustainable and American-Made.

Aidan Meany Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanmeany/
Found Surface Website: https://foundsurface.com/

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Live from the Pro Football Hall of Fame Village, Michaella Angelo joins episode 59 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to share stories of her mindsets of being adventurous and overcoming obstacles. As an aspiring flag football Olympian, Michaella has had to "reroute" her life several times. As a child, Michaella faced being nearly paralyzed due to reflex nerve dystrophy, forcing her to learn how to walk again and to go through full-body therapy.

With such a trial at a young age, rooted in a family that worked hard and never settled, Michaella set out on the world with a zeal for finding joy in making her dreams and the dreams of others come true. As a marketing and media mogul, Michaella developed DAYDRM productions (a one-stop shop for everything production) to help others achieve their goals. In essence, Michaella and her crew turn daydreams into reality.

More, Michaella recognizes that developing one's own identity is imperative to experiencing life in full. One of the largest aspects of our identity is our fashion and our relationships. Michaella encourages all of us to have great relationships and a fashion that suits us, as both are reflections of us!

Tune in to episode 59 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to hear moving stories of overcoming trials, riveting details on aspiring for more and helping others, and mindsets that are so tangible for each of us to emulate!

Michaella Angelo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaellamarieangelo/
DAYDRM Productions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daydrmproductions/

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In episode 58 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Chad Sheehan, a chiropractor who combines treatment with movement to ensure overall development, joins the show to share insights on living healthier.

Throughout his career, Chad has worked individually with all walks of life, ranging from NBA and NFL stars to the youth and elderly patients. The most impressive commonality is the overarching success rate for all patients.

Why Chad is so successful is due to the ability to create relationships with the patients, insofar that these patients become more like friends. For Chad, human connection is what makes the biggest impact; thus, his work as a chiropractor is so important for uplifting those around him.

Originally from Philadelphia, Chad roots himself in Cleveland as part of the Code Chiro group. Helping the group reach new heights, Chad shares stories on episode 58 of what motivates him to keep aspiring, the "why" behind his actions.

Chad Sheehan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.chad.sheehan/
Code Chiro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codechiro/

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The Cleveland music scene is filled with great artists. Among them is Just AJ (Zubek), who joins episode 57 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to share his mindset on upholding a high standard of greatness and setting yourself apart in a field.

For AJ, he describes his peak performance as a DJ as getting into a total flow state, where he "Has the crowd in the palm of his hands." The thoughts that AJ shares surrounding this theory are applicable to all of us, as we strive to dominate our given realms.

Desiring to be a pioneer in the electronic music world in Cleveland and eventually beyond, AJ is unanimously regarded as being a tremendous person and someone with whom everyone loves to work, tying directly into his standard of excellence.

Tune in to episode 57 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to hear the "why" behind Just AJ!

AJ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imjustaj/
GÜD TASTE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gudtastes/

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In episode 56 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Jackie Wachter, cofounder and creative director of FOUNT, joins the show to share great wisdom and inspirational stories.

Despite what many may believe as the trend of today, in-person shopping is an immensely valuable asset for luxury brands like FOUNT. For Jackie, when opportunities arise, she takes the reins and rides them like a bull, hoping to stay on for the ride. Thus, FOUNT has taken the opportunity to expand its reach to stores across Cleveland, Columbus, and even down to Georgia and Texas.

Striving to develop heirloom bags, Jackie and the FOUNT team rely on the "fashion pyramid" of sorts to stay grounded in styles that are everlasting, while creating bags that have top-of-the-line quality.

As someone who fully loves her job, Jackie shares a story that causes her to become emotional when sharing about the sacrifices that goaded her to learn the work-life balance.

Through the highs and lows, Jackie has remained steadfast in her faith, which she notes as the anchor for her life. Recently, gratitude has overtaken Jackie and FOUNT, as they unveil a partnership with Korie Robertson of Duck Dynasty.

Tune in to episode 56 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to hear the "why" behind Jackie Wachter and FOUNT! It's a must.

FOUNT Website: https://fountleather.com
Korie Robertson Tote: https://fountleather.com/pages/the-korie-tote
FOUNT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fount/
Jackie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fountjackie/

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Not many people can say that they have ever rowed an ocean; in fact, more people (until very recently) can say that they have been to space than have rowed an ocean. For Team Seneca Navy, this task, known as the "World's Toughest Row," is the only obvious choice for the next step in their lives. This crew of four partially-crazy, fully-adventurous rowers will take off from the shores of the Canary Islands and row across the Atlantic Ocean, before landing in Antigua. By name, these rowers are David Ranney (Cleveland, OH, USA), Moritz Marchart (Stuttgart, Germany), Anthony Carella (Vaughan, ON, Canada), and Ryan Mulflur (Hingham, MA, USA).

In episode 55 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Team Seneca Navy joins the show just a few months before they take off to share what they anticipate, mourn over what they have yet to anticipate, and inspire all of us to pursue better versions of ourselves. In fact, that is the very mission of the nonprofit that the crew started to support their efforts. All of the funds raised throughout the process of the race will go to charities that share this profound mission.

Tune in to hear the epitome of the phrase "trusting the process" and the ambition of four gentlemen who not only want to compete in the world's toughest race, but win it! Forever will the members of Team Seneca Navy be known for their courageous efforts in a highly unique endeavor that benefitted so many others and also infinitely will change their lives.

Seneca Navy Website: https://www.senecanavy.com
Donate to the Cause: https://www.senecanavy.com/get-involved
Seneca Navy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team.seneca.navy/

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In all that we do, we aspire for more, for whatever we are doing to transcend that mere thing. For Luke Toth, basketball is a vessel in which he helps young students develop confidence on and off the court and emerge into who they are created to be! During episode 54 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Luke shares stories of his work as the director of the Cavs Youth Academy, an organization that works with the Cleveland Cavaliers to inspire students through basketball.

More, Luke's commitment to the development of the whole person catalyzed his emergence on the AAU basketballs scene. Luke created LTB Club to teach the fundamentals and basic skills of basketball, while also encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship, respect, and discipline. In other words, as the famous phrase goes, "it's more than a game"!

Tune in to episode 54 to hear powerful stories about Luke's experiences from classroom teacher to influencing thousands of students annually through the Cavs Youth Academy and LTB Club! As always, go Cavs!

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Cavs Youth Summer Camp: https://www.nba.com/cavaliers/youth/basketball
Luke Toth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luketothbasketball/?hl=en

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In episode 53 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Mike Catanzarite shines light on the key to entrepreneurship. From a young age, Mike realized that his purpose was to help others, so he used his businesses to give back to his community, employees, and all that he encountered. In Mike's words, those who want to get involved will do so, and ought to, because we all meet the people in our lives for a reason. Often, though, we do not know the reason until hindsight.

Tune in to have your emotions moved from laughs to tears and everything in between, your thoughts inspired, and your curiosity heightened. Your mindset matters: let Mike prove to you why.

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In episode 52, we uncover our heroic potential by considering a reflective set of questions that pertain directly to being a hero. Heroes are essential to our lives. We begin by asking ourselves, "Who is my hero?"

What is it about this person or these people that makes them so heroic, and then, ultimately, how can I emulate the skills and traits that these people exhibit, so as to be heroic, myself?

What we will find is that heroes never back down from the greatest of challenges, the challenges that seem so insurmountable that many would crumble. Heroes defy their fear, stare it in the face, and then proceed with courage.

The world needs more heroes. Be a hero to someone else today!

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As we kickstart 2025, episode 51 welcomes Father Bob Kraig, a priest in the Cleveland Catholic Diocese for over 50 years and a profound role model for living a life full of purpose. During our conversation, Kraig shares vulnerable stories about his relationship with God and why we all ought to dive into one of our own. In essence, faith is the cornerstone for embracing the messiness of our lives, and the rooting of ourselves in gratitude allows us to see God in our daily lives.

For anyone desiring peace, stability, the "rock" in our lives, grace, joy, abundance, considering the topics of episode 51 is worthwhile. Be warned, though: you will not be the same after diving into this episode.

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As a society, we have shifted from a culture who asks questions to a people that "tells." Asking questions is a practice, something that we get better at doing the more that we do it. In essence, the more that we put to use the act of questioning, then the better our questions will be.

This is important, because good questions lead to deeper knowledge, deeper understandings, and better lives.

Take it from Einstein, who pleads with us to never stop questioning.

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In episode 49 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Johnny Cole joins the show to discuss his work to help men develop the confidence to become who they truly are. Committed to posing questions that initiate reflection, so as to discover one's values, Johnny took his own reflection to action and started a company called Hey Brother Co. The company's mission is to help men "become the most emotionally skilled, authentic, and confident versions of themselves," which is achieved through introspection via men's retreats.

For Johnny, his difficult experiences with his father led to strained relationships and the inevitable quest for his own identity. Through his pain and struggles, Johnny used them to help countless others on similar quests of solidifying and becoming confident in their own identity and selves. Tune in to episode 49 for an exploration of our own values and to hear stories of resilience and innovation that provides confidence.

Check out Johnny's social media presence:
Johnny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heybrotherjohnny/
Hey Brother Co. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heybrotherco/
Johnny's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heybrotherjohnny
Hey Brother Co. Website: https://www.heybrotherco.com/our-purpose
Hey Brother Co. virtual men's group cohort starting in November 2024: https://heybrotherco.as.me/virtual-mens-groups.


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In episode 48, Kristi McKenna joins the show to discuss her work with Disney, both at Disney World and Disney Land, as a social media specialist. Working for such a profound, notorious company that perfectly intertwined with her own childhood had been a dream come true for Kristi. Throughout her time with Disney, she was able to collaborate with many celebrities and wonderful guests, before moving back home to Cleveland, where she is continuing her own marketing career.

Tune in to episode 48 to hear stories of Kristi's experiences at Disney and the magic innate to them, as well as the power of social media and the opportunities that it can create.

Check out Kristi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristi_mckenna/.

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In episode 47, Doan Winkel, professor of entrepreneurship at John Carroll University among many other truths, joins the show to discuss why he is "one of the crazy ones," a shoutout to Steve Jobs, an inspiration for Doan. As a professor, Doan focuses on making students marketable, harnessing their skills and talents, aligned with their passions, to make them critical thinkers and problem solvers. To Doan, being a holistic thinker is the catalyst to being a leader and having a successful career in any field.

Building off of his work in the classroom, Doan engages with others on LinkedIn, discussing entrepreneurship and how AI can transform the lives and work of students and teachers. Doan believes in this so much that he and a team started their own EdTech, AI-focused business called "Teaching Entrepreneurship."

Tune in to episode 47 for Doan's incredible knowledge and innovative approach to incorporating students' passions and interests with using cutting-edge technology to advance themselves and the world around us all. Trust us when we tell you that you surely won't want to miss this!

Check out Doan's business, TedTalk, SubStack College Approach, and LinkedIn.

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On episode 46 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, John Dellick joins the show to discuss what has made him such a profound advocate for those living with difficult mental health situations. For John, the lessons that he learned from his time in prison motivate him to be the best example that he can be for others who are in similar battles or experiences; thus, John works as a leader in peer support. Collaborating with Youth MOVE Ohio, John works with young men who are striving to make choices for more fruitful lives, much like John has done. Further, John extends his peer support and aspires for new heights through the creation of "Solve and Share," John's startup that will connect those in need with a peer support specialist in real time.

Clearly, John's story is entirely impressive and a window into how effective BEING an inspiration for others. Tune in to episode 46 to hear a story that will move you to your core and broaden your perspective.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-dellick-4bb83723b/


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In episode 45, Jack Latkovic joins the Chats with Clark Podcast to discuss his journey of faith: from a man who focused on popularity, women, and accolades through sports, Jack found himself fulfilled when he turned his heart over to his faith in Christ. Through the power of persistency, Jack has earned various football opportunities, like playing organized football for his first time when he was in college, and then eventually trying out for the XFL and (soon) the CFL. Ultimately, Jack has given his all to whatever he was focused on, and now, he finds his life full of blessings and in its best phase with his renewed vision.

Tune in to episode 45 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to participate in stories of unending grit, humble realizations, and the willingness to put oneself out there for better days ahead.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacklatkovic_/


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Episode 44 is fittingly starring returning guest Hayden Speeth, known often as "Spee" or his brand name of "440 Kicks"! Originally joining the show in season one for episode 18, Hayden discusses in episode 44 how he has been able to elevate his business. Taking a major leap by transitioning over to WhatNot in WhatNot's foundational stages, Hayden speaks of great success stories. His ability to adapt to the needs of clients and his mastery of various products has proved him a mogul in the online streaming industry. Partnered with his vibrant personality, Hayden finds himself as an ever-emerging Internet personality.

Tune in to episode 44 for 440 Kicks' fantastic stories, some rooted in success and others in the lessons that helped him get there, like being backstabbed by one of his closest friends and coworkers. Trust us when we tell you that you surely won't want to miss this!

Check out Hayden's social media:
Instagram (personal): https://www.instagram.com/440.spee/
Instagram (business): https://www.instagram.com/440.kicks/
WhatNot: https://www.whatnot.com/user/440kicks?invitedBy=440kicks&app=ios
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5AMF8kFCGfLKU3TF2P98TA
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@440.kicks?_t=8cIOoz7UeD5&_r=1


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Nic Anderle joins Chats with Clark to discuss getting married young. Anderle, currently engaged, is counter-cultural in getting married at a young age; however, he defends his case in a heart-throbbing episode. Amid our conversation, Anderle recommends that all people make a list of non-negotiable traits that are necessary in a partner. To Anderle, spending time in knowing what one wants alleviates the trial-and-error stages of dating and allows for deep, meaningful connections more quickly. Confident, discussions take place about the way society needs stronger men, men who are protectors and value their wives and families and God above else.

Tune in to episode 43 to hear stories that will bring joy to your heart of two young lovers' fairytale, commitment to greatness despite life's obstacles, "southern hospitality," and what happens with unwavering faith in God's plan.

Check out Nic's and social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nic_anderle14/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-anderle/


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Justis Mendez joins episode 42 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to discuss his transition from the scrapyard neighborhood in Cleveland at 52nd and Denison to receiving millions of dollars in fundraising. As Justis describes it, we cannot be lost without knowing where we're going. By determining where we are going, while remembering where we are from, then we can become who we want to be. Overcoming adversity from such a young age, nothing has stopped Justis from taking all that he learned as a child, fighting off scarcity, to providing abundance to those who need it most. Thus, Justis formed OneSixOne Ventures to provide opportunities to those who have worked for it and need the extra push, much like Justis did.

Tune in to episode 42 to hear stories of undeniable grit, earning a seat at the table, investing in others from start to finish, and Justis's rule for networking crucial relationships. Your life will be better after tuning into this episode.

Check out Justis's social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justismendez/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justis-mendez-a78453b6/
Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onesixoneventures/


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In episode 41 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Rebecca Maxwell joins the show and opens up about how, as a child, she dreamed of living in Downtown Cleveland. Fast forward to present day, and Rebecca has not only been living downtown for the past several years, but also bartending at one of the hottest bars in Cleveland. Becoming a renowned bartender, both locally and beyond via social media, Maxwell has embodied the fact that she truly can talk to anyone, evident to Maxwell since she was a kid. Aside from her work behind the bar, Maxwell runs an innovative clothing brand called Two.One.Thrift, which focuses on sports apparel for women. Further, Maxwell has recently started a group called "The Girls Room," an organization that aims to provide the opportunity for young women to develop meaningful relationships and friendships through events that highlight overall wellbeing of mind, body, & spirit.

Tune in to episode 41 to hear stories of tremendous discipline and ongoing creativity, rooted in a deep desire to bring people together.

Check out Rebecca's brand and social media:

Instagram (personal): https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.maxwell/

Instagram (The Girls Room): https://www.instagram.com/its_thegirlsroom/

Instagram (Two.One.Thrift): https://www.instagram.com/two.one.thrift/

Business Website: https://www.twoonethrift.shop


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In episode 40 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Luke Brown joins the show to share insights how the ways in which we wire our brains affects us. As a young man, Luke has found great pertinence in guaranteeing that the actions he takes work to benefit his mental state. To that end, Luke analyzes his actions on the basis of the question, "Does this fill my bucket?" In essence, does this action, person, or circumstance better himself and rejuvenate him? Exemplary to his commitment to overall mental and healthy greatness, Brown runs an Instagram page called "Live in Full Flow," a phrase emphasizing the desired harmony of mind, body, and spirit. More, Luke has started a podcast of his own, "Anyone Extraordinary," on which he converses with individuals who have achieved or are working towards that full flow state.

Tune in to episode 40 to hear a moving conversation about mental and overall growth, unapologetic praises for dumbbells and Joe Rogan, and two individuals determined to fill their buckets.

Check out Luke's podcast and social media:

Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/anyoneextraordinary/

Instagram (personal): https://www.instagram.com/lukebrown33/

Instagram (full flow):https://www.instagram.com/liveinfullflow/


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In episode 39, Zach Vago, known as "The Weight Loss Professor," joins the show to share his story of transformation from overweight and expecting death at age 20 to living and working for his healthiest, fullest possibilities. Vago shares vulnerable, raw stories of starving himself to the point of seizing, multiple failed attempts to lose weight, and the daunting, lasting effects from living in immense obesity. Because Vago emphasizes that being obese is a disease, he treats his new lifestyle as someone who is constantly recovering; thus, "cheat days" don't exist for The Weight Loss Professor. Today, Vago offers online coaching for those who are trying to better themselves in their diet, mentalities, fitness, and overall health.

Tune in to episode 39 to hear great wisdom and dire circumstances from a mere 22-year-old, who has knocked on death's door and has returned to live life to the utmost. This episode will change the fitness industry for the better.

Website: theweightlossprofessor.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theweightlossprofessor/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weightlossprofessor


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In episode 38 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Brendan DeVenney joins the show to discuss his journey in the broadcasting world. Starting at St. Ignatius High School in the school's Saint Ignatius Broadcasting Network, DeVenney worked his way to being one of the most beloved broadcasters on the network, calling various sports in some of the school's biggest, most memorable games. DeVenney also describes the way in which God and faith are forever there, even in times when we don't actively relate with God or practice that faith. Within that realm, DeVenney's father is one of his greatest influences in his life, as he even worked at Ignatius in the campus ministry department.

Tune in to episode 38 to hear stories of dire commitment to one's craft and utter desire to be in relationship with God, inspired from working through difficulties and persevering when wanting to quit.

To get in touch with DeVenney:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendev216/


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In episode 37 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Mattney Yates joins the show as a podcast expert, herself. Mattney finds great wisdom in listening to podcasts from various genres; thus, fueling her knowledge base. In her career, Mattney works in the fashion industry. Educated at Kent Sate's fashion school, Mattney has a vast set of work experience in the fashion industry and shares stories of perspective and growth. Mattney even has her own clothing brand, The Capsule Collective, that makes jackets and coats, among other clothing items, from people's old denim. In her life, Mattney has garnered great appreciation for yoga and its positive effects on her mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.

Her vision of opening up her own yoga studio is a story that you don't want to miss. Further, tune in to hear Mattney's journey from a negative New York City job back to her Columbus, OH roots.

To get in touch with Mattney:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mattneymariee?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=.

Capsule Collective: https://theecapsulecollective.com/collections/frontpage/products/boyfriend-brown-houndstooth-blazer?fbclid=PAAab2T7A03xzHZctfTBlnkRdinPU2YusmCCj1OwJWPTkptBL_dBb0hu3oK5o.

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In episode 36 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Natalie Bell joins the show to discuss her life as a nurse at the Cleveland Clinic, a Cleveland-based influencer, a life coach, and a person who is committed to getting better mentally, spiritually, and physically each day. Bell made a difficult decision and called off her own wedding after ten years of dating; now, embracing the growth that she inherently experienced, she coaches men and women around the world on their own personal development journeys. Having amassed a dominant social media presence, Bell has been able to influence others with her powerful, relatable messages of encouragement and life’s raw truths.

Natalie Bell is a vibrant personality with lots to offer in the realm of health in any way of the word. Tune in to hear her wisdom and conversations between Clark and she about relationships and just how important they are in our lives, among many other great topics!

To get in touch with Natalie:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/nataliebell9?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
TikTok:  https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeNKUEBU
Website: https://www.chatswithnat.com/


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In episode 35 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Frankie Weiss joins the show to discuss his incredible journey from being overweight and having an unhealthy lifestyle to being a healthy weight and living a vibrant lifestyle. Weiss describes the incredible discipline that is essential to being successful in such a life switch. Throughout the process, Weiss notes that some people, who socially would be defined as "haters," tried to humiliate him or prevent him from continuing down his strict journey. Because of this, Weiss notes the importance of having people in our corner that support us, lift us up, and push us to be the best that we can be.

Tune in to hear stories of remarkable grit, undeniable discipline, and passionate jabs at a society that promotes being average. Weiss's story is raw and one that you surely don't want to miss.

To get in touch with Frankie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankie.weiss/


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In episode 34 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, 22-year-old magician Elie Magic joins the show to discuss his exciting work as a magician. After having been mentored by renowned magician Rick Smith, Jr., Elie took his magic game to the next level and began touring with Smith and continues to do so to this very day. Aside from being a magician, Elie works as the owner of coffee shops named Milk & Honey/The Hive in downtown Cleveland. With goals of expanding, Elie's entrepreneurial endeavors are in full force. Traveling to college campuses and performing interviews for TikTok has accrued Elie Magic a 44,000 followers count, and it's ascending rapidly!

Tune in to hear stories of believing in one's self, creative marketing, and commitment to one's craft by always surrounding yourself with WINNERS. Elie is as dynamic of a person as one can imagine; you don't want to miss this magical episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast.

To get in touch with Elie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliemagic/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliemagic


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In episode 33 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Irenee "E" Nkera joins the show to discuss being born and growing up in Rwanda, his parents escape of the Rwandan Genocide, the importance of celebrating and remembering culture, and the principal of always learning new skills. E spent about ten days on an immersion trip on the inland of Jamaica, where he learned how little one has to do to influence someone; that's a powerful tool to be able to better shape the world and to treat others with love.

E is a greatly poised man who has many various experiences that inform his perspectives. Tune in to episode 33 to hear a man with great appreciation and gratitude for the world around him. E is an amazing human, and you will feel as if you have known him your whole life after hearing him discuss in this episode. 

To get in touch with E:
Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005329307948


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In episode 32 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Sebastian "Sebas" Coronado joins the show to discuss his move at age 18 from Honduras, where he grew up, to the United States for college at John Carroll University near Cleveland, Ohio. Having graduated from Carroll with a degree in Economics, Coronado struggled to find work and was expecting to return home to Honduras, when about two weeks prior to his departure, he was granted a job and work sponsorship at Boston College. Living in Cleveland for four years and now Boston, Sebastian describes life in the States, how it differs from Honduras, and the commitment to taking life "by the day-by-day."

Tune in to hear great stories of adventure, patriotism, and utter gratitude for the blessing of life. Coronado will amaze and impress you, and when the time comes, you'll be disappointed that the episode has come to an end. As typical, episode 32 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast is unforgettable and one that you simply cannot miss. 

To get in touch with Sebastian:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebascoronadod/


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In episode 31 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Mia Daigle joins the show to focus on three main topics: grief, relationships, and Jesus. Daigle has experienced great hardships in her life, like losing her father suddenly to a heart attack during her senior year of high school. In light of this, Mia found herself developing a relationship with Jesus over time and ultimately growing close to Jesus. Having done so, partnered with the healing involved in losing her dad, Daigle contends that relationships with others of any kind are of the utmost importance.

Tune in to hear Mia's touching story and passionate heart: she is someone who embodies the idea of being and living joyfully. You will find yourself relating her story to your own life through the generous wisdom that she shares in her vulnerability. Episode 31 of the Chats with Clark Podcast is another that you don't want to miss.

To get in touch with Mia:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miadaigle/


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In episode 30 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Paul Martin joins the show to discuss some of the most raw, passionate information shared on the podcast yet to  date. As a child in grade school, Martin was diagnosed with cancer and was fighting for his life throughout his early high school years. As one might imagine, Martin gained tremendous insights about the meaning of life and its innate fragility. Now, having overcome this battle, Martin, a father and a husband, appreciates his life and uses his God-given talents to maximize his potential as a person. To Martin, there is no sadder tragedy than the story of wasted potential.

Tune in to have your heart rocked and your mind motivated as you embark upon Paul Martin's journey through life. Trust us, you don't want to miss this.

To get in touch with Paul:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pjmartin46/


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In episode 29 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Mason McKenrick and Rachelle Di Stasio discuss their journeys from competing professionally as a football player and a ballerina to their other passion of modeling. Having the opportunity to be a pro athlete is a dream of many, and for Mason and Rachelle, that dream was cut short right when they reached the top. While some may have felt that this was a closed door, both took the chance to embrace modeling careers in New York City.

Tune in to hear their stories of grit, how practice makes perfect, the behind the scenes of life as a model, dealing with managers, and New York City before, during and after COVID. Of course, as a couple, the two offer insight into their relationship and the innate complexities of the dating culture today. You don't want to miss this.

To get in touch with Mason and Rachelle:
Mason Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonmckenrick/
Rachelle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelledistasio/


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Courtney Hahn joins the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to discuss her transition from Cleveland, OH to Louisiana State University (LSU) to be a cheerleader. Having cheered her whole life up to that point, Hahn knew no life without cheerleading. Two years into her LSU experience, Hahn faced the uneasy decision to leave cheerleading and return home to study nursing. Trusting in God's guidance and comforted by the dedication of good friends and mentors in her life, Hahn left LSU, committed home, and devoted herself to life beyond cheerleading, one full of nursing, travel, God, and family/friends.

Tune in to this episode to hear stories of undeniable faith, a zeal for improvement and growth, and pure joy!

To get in touch with Courtney Hahn:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtney.hahn/


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In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Scott Hanis joins the show to discuss a breadth of topics, ranging from starting his own H.R. business called Fortitude HR Solutions, being a father and husband in today's society, the struggle with bodily abuse, nearly dying from health complications, and recovering from sexual abuse through commitment to his faith. Hanis, a man of great motivation, finds meaning in all of the happenings in his life. "Nothing is a coincidence," Hanis contends, citing his devout faith in Christ as his cornerstone.

Check out this episode to hear reasons as to why hard work and taking a chance on yourself, bolstered by the love of others, including God, can be the greatest decision of one's life. Bet on you!

To get in touch with Scott Hanis:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scotthanisfortitudehr/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-hanis-89373314/
Site: www.fortitudehrsolutions.com


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In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Alaina Kathleen joins the show, discussing her experiences in the Middle East, serving for the US Army. On behalf of all of us at "Chats with Clark," we thank Alaina for her service and commitment to this beloved country; furthermore, we thank her for sharing her stories with the world. After her time in the army, removed from service due to an accident, as she describes it, Alaina became a hair stylist in Cleveland (she cuts and styles the hair of Joe Clark, "Chats with Clark" host). Working for Aveda, she quickly climbed the ranks and emerged as a leader of the industry. Now, training others and working on fashion weeks in London and New York, Alaina strives to continually grow, hoping to eventually work on the Milan runway.

Tune in to this episode to hear stories of unmatched grit, unwavering commitment and dedication, the power of asking questions and always learning, and the blessings of a faithful partner, loving family, and life at home.

GET IN TOUCH WITH ALAINA:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alainakathleen.iv/?hl=en

More about Aveda: https://www.aveda.com/living-aveda


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In episode 25 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Alaias Bertrand joins the show and vulnerably discusses her transition from being an overweight child to a healthy and fit adult. Full of both energy and faith, Alaias committed herself to being a successful track athlete, enabling herself to compete at Michigan State University. After graduating with credentials from the business school, Alaias began her work career in the field of branding, while simultaneously creating her own brand, focused on living a healthy lifestyle and also being faithful. Bertrand shares that her faith is her core and what motivates her to continually stay healthy in mind, body, and spirit.

Tune in to hear Alaias's compelling story that is full of emotional realities that move the heart and require all of us to take action in our own lives.

GET IN TOUCH WITH ALAIAS:

Fitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alaias.fit/

Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alaias_simone/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AlaiasBertrand


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In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Nick Locastro joins the show to discuss his spontaneous move across the United States from northeast Ohio to Long Beach, California. Locastro shares the experiences and dispositions that led him to leave everything he knew behind for a year, along with what inevitably brought him back home. Through various losses of people in his life- romantically and otherwise- Locastro discerns how to best navigate through those difficulties. The answer, Locastro came to find, is his faith. In Locastro's wise words, we must "clear the voices in our head." Tune in to hear about his journey across the country, overcoming and working through the grief experienced as a result of loss, and the power of having some faith!

To get in touch with Locastro, check out his Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nickjlocastro/.


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Throughout his early life and into college, Joey knew of his talents to interact with people and to leave an influence on them, given his vibrant personality and exceptional interpersonal skills. After a moving conversation with his brother, Joey took his talents to TikTok, immediately gaining recognition for his wit and cleverness in content creation. Fittingly, touting a solid social media following and a degree to back it, Joey has worked for various companies in their marketing and content creation departments. All the while, Joey has remained the lead drummer and assisting vocals for his band Dire Wolf, and so Joey shares the work that the band is putting into their upcoming releases, while reminiscing on the joys of creating their first album "The Dire Wolf Album" (linked below).

Tune in to this episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to hear stories of creativity and the merging of strategized cleverness with tactful personal skills.

Dire Wolf: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dire-wolf/1448294966

Joey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joey.stew/

Joey's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joeysteww?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc


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In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Megan DiVincenzo joins the show to share stories about her shift from being a criminal defense attorney into fully operating a highly successful, renowned jewelry company called "The Sis Kiss"! When experiencing a full-blown panic attack in court one day, DiVincenzo knew that her time as an attorney needed to come to a close. DiVincenzo explains how being in jails and carrying herself as "wildly unprofessional" has allowed for her to transform her business into a juggernaut in the jewelry industry. Being "Wildly Unprofessional" is almost like DiVincenzo's alter ego, as it is a sub-community for the Sis Kiss and is the title of her upcoming podcast. For DiVincenzo, her goal is to get work done well and to look great while doing it, which is why her business is so successful and her employees love her. Tune in to hear remarkable stories about overcoming mental doubts and rockbottom to thrilling experiences of success.

For 15% off the Sis Kiss at checkout, use the code "JoeMama15" and instantly earn 15% off the entire store.  

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In this episode on the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, special guest Dave Martin joins the show to discuss his passion for studying mental health. Mental health is one of the many aspects of our overall health, Martin contends, but it is one of the aspects that is most neglected! For Martin, a sophomore in college that is studying psychology, learning about the brain and how it functions enables him to better his mental health, while helping others to do the same. Tune in to find out how you can stay healthy mentally and anything else that you may gain from his wisdom and stories!

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In this episode on the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, special guest Justin Herold joins the show to discuss the gamer industry, e-sports and its rise, and also how prominent anime is. For it is through these entities that Herold learned to not only be himself, but to embrace himself. Herold is an ex-football player who stepped away from a D-1 offer, only to find himself EXACTLY where he ought to be. A man who loves his family and has lived all over the world, Herold shares his stories of overcoming adversity in various places or experiences in order to fully become who he is today. Tune in to find out what you can take from his wisdom and stories!

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In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Sean Schieferstein joins the show to discuss his drive of constantly searching out side hustles. To Sean, side hustles are a necessity in making sure one's main source of income isn't good enough. Side hustles keep a mindset of perseverance, Sean describes, as they require extra effort. To that end, Sean is a big believer in the phrase, famed by Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers, "trust the process"! Sean notes that we aren't all where we want to be yet, but that we will get there by committing to the process, setting smart goals, and working tirelessly for those goals!

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In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Hayden Speeth, joins the show to discuss his ventures as the starter of 440.Kicks, a leader amongst the "shoe game" industry. Speeth, at just 20-years-old, has transformed his passion for shoes into a profitable, valuable, and charitable experience that IS 440.Kicks. Speeth is a Cleveland native that wanted to change his life narrative; being picked on for being a kid without high-end shoes motivated him to morph into a shoe juggernaut that moves, deals, and sells shoes all across the country at an immensely successful pace. Hayden's message is simple: be authentic, be passionate, and work like life may end tomorrow. Tune in to find out why 400.Kicks is such a raging success.

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In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" podcast, Steve Schoenwald joins the show to talk about his groundbreaking company: GXC. GXC is a learning management system that is full of patents and patent-pending technology that is revolutionizing the education world for the better. Steve's goal of providing affordable education to individuals in America and around the world is becoming reality after working on GXC for over 10 years. With light at the end of the tunnel, Steves share emotional, raw stories that leave him teary-eyed as he reflects on the journey thus far, including memories from his childhood, those that he has sacrificed, growth along the way, and his aspiring dreams.


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In this episode, Vinny Camma joins "Chats with Clark" to discuss both his career- the visual media specialist at State Industrial Products- and his passions of people and music. Having released an EP and an album of his own, Camma shares intriguing anecdotes from his efforts in completing and releasing those musical compilations. Further, Vinny shares his golden rule of living out of live and incorporating love into all that we do. Tune in to hear why Camma believes we all have both careers and passions and why they don't need to intersect for us to be happy!

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In this episode, Nicki Mlakar and Kat Lemanski join "Chats with Clark" to discuss their immersive experience in mountainous Mandeville, Jamaica. Living in an unfamiliar place creates pivotal experiences, especially when the primary language is not one's own! In Jamaica, Jamaican patois is the dialect of English spoken; Nicki and Kat explain how living amongst Jamaicans allowed for them to pick up the language quickly and effectively. When they abruptly were told that they were to leave their communities and head back to the States the next morning, due to the COVID outbreak, emotions of all aspects overtook the ladies. Tune in to this episode of "Chats with Clark" to find out what living in a country that isn't one's own looks like, while hearing about Jamaican lifestyle, culture, language, and food! Their stories, insight, and pure wisdom will leave your heart full of grace. 

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In this episode, Cal Reynolds, whose alter-ego "CalWillCookIt" has allowed for him to become a viral chef, joins the show to discuss what has made him such a success as a chef! Cal is a Cleveland native and has gained a following on TikTok and Instagram for the delicious food that he makes and posts to his pages. Cal is a huge proponent of balance and moderation in anything, because that is what makes us human. He and I discuss this moderation and how our generation seems to be extremely disregarding of the beauties of moderation. To that end, Cal is a personal trainer and takes his fitness seriously, an unlikely or likely fit with his cooking, depending on how one looks at it! Tune in to hear about Cal's endorsement with a supplement company, future plans to combine his fitness and cooking, and why he focuses on living gratefully.

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In this episode, CEO of Sowsh, Parker Shannon, joins "Chats with Clark" to discuss his latest entrepreneurial endeavor. A man who has owned a few businesses throughout his life so far, Shannon is working to improve the wasteful business card industry by making technological ones; except, there's a twist! His company Sowsh allows users to share their phone number, email, and all social media platforms/web-links in one simple tap! Not to mention, for each product sold, Sowsh works with a nonprofit that plants a tree! Tune in to see how Elon Musk has influenced Shannon, as with most young entrepreneurs, along with Shannon's journey through transferring colleges and still maintaining his business.

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In this episode, Zach Kasian joins "Chats with Clark" for a conversation that encompassed death, video games, and meme stocks like Dogecoin (or are they memes?). Zach shares powerful stories, like the time when he introduced himself to the dad of a late friend, for whose family Zach had raised funds. These raw stories coincide the laughter found when discussing Dogecoin and the stock market, video games and their social aspect, and the powerful dynamic of social media. Social media plays the part of being a highlight reel but also a self-help cornucopia. Tune in to hear how Zach raises awareness for those improving their mental health, as well as Zach's life mottos: be kind, and smile more.

"Treat each person like that person is the first person you've encountered that day."

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In this episode, Sean Flannery, who was born into a basketball family, joins the show to discuss all that he has learned and enjoyed throughout his time as a stud basketball player, studying and adjusting his craft. Son of USA/Saint Ed's basketball coach, Sean understood the game from an early age and worked tirelessly to become the dynamic point guard that he has been! At just 5'9" tall, Sean defies the odds with his awareness of the game, so much so that he won two state titles at Saint Edward High School of Ohio. Even more, in his senior year of college, Sean led the entire NCAA with the highest assist to turnover ratio, with over 4 assists per turnover! Tune in to this episode to hear what Sean has to say about working with D1 programs like Xavier University, playing alongside his very own brother, overcoming obstacles and turning them into growth opportunities, and anything and everything basketball. You don't want to miss his fascinating stories!

NOTE: This episode abruptly ends due to an unfortunate power outage due to a storm that rolled through during our interview. Nonetheless, enjoy, and please subscribe and leave a review! 

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In this episode of "Chats with Clark," folk music artist Kahrin joins to discuss touring and upcoming releases, dating her producer and the dramatized taboo concept of dating coworkers. Along with hosting the "Just One Step Forward Podcast," Kahrin uses gratitude in her life to balance joy and suffering, because we all experience our own joys and sufferings throughout life. Kahrin walks us through her heart-wrenching breakup story that eventually manifests into a powerful, raw album, Kahrin's first of many to come (self-titled "Kahrin" and released in February, 2021). Her newest single "Loser" is set to release on August 7, 2021, just one week before she hosts a music festival that she is creating, called "Happy Healing Music Festival" in Chardon, OH on August 14, 2021. Tune in to see how Kahrin is creating her own world of individuals, healing from their sufferings, and harnessing their best selves in joy. 

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In this episode, Zach Sinutko joins "Chats with Clark" to talk about his work as a music producer, managing and working with a plethora of artists across several different genres. Zach is the whole package in the music producing world- he is a one stop shop, so to speak- because he creates the music, as well as handles all of the photography for the album cover and videography work for the music video. More, Sinutko is a DJ in his time, spinning tracks and posting mashups to his TikTok and YouTube pages. With quite an ear for music, Sinutko has won numerous Michigan Student Emmy Awards as the winning music producer, and he shares his great life stories, as well as some advice!

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In this episode, entrepreneurs Sandor "Alex" Gyerman and Jared Anderson, founders of Andor Creative, share how grit and determination have led to the creation of their company. Gyerman explains that Andor Creative allows for him to fulfill his "why," which is to serve the bigger picture and to honor his immigrant parents. For both, the unique power of prayer unites them, coinciding their innate competitive natures with one another. Check out this episode of Chats with Clark to hear stories about meeting Noah Beck, creating commercials for Ford, Lamborghini, and Bentley, soccer, the necessity of reading, and much more! 

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In this episode, Reilly shares with us her endeavors with her two best friends of starting a clothing company called "Late Night Club"! Their company represents living life spontaneously and enjoying the late nights that are full of great people and great memories. If you use the code "drinksonme," you will receive 10% off at the link above! More, Reilly shares about her completion of her Masters program and explains her own podcast called "The VaREIty Show"! On her show, Reilly converses with anyone who is willing to tell their story. Reilly is a business-minded individual who is always looking for the next adventure and opportunity!

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In this episode, Zach Graulich, 19, shares his success as both a college student and a SIX-FIGURE seller on Amazon at the same time. More, Zach shares why networking is so important, even in his business as a seller; Zach is such a great networker that he had even become friends with the Amish community. Graulich, a Buffalonian, joins Chats with Clark to share his perspective and provides a plethora of wonderful, interesting stories throughout the episode! 

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In this episode, Sean Patterson, referenced as "the nicest kid on campus," joins the show. As we discover the truths behind the accolade, Sean contends that all of us ought to "sacrifice who we are for who we want to become" in order to better ourselves for the world around us. Rooted in a determined, Irish family, Sean shares stories of his background and his deeply influential family ties. With a smile on his face and humility in each act, Sean and I have a great conversation that will surely bring joy to your heart and leave you thinking about the betterment of your own life!

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In this episode, we ponder the question of the title "What is 'fear'?"! Because we all experience fear in our lives, we all have different thoughts about what fear actually is. Throughout the episode, I read different texts that I received when I text people that very question, and the responses were riveting. Tune in for a thought-provoking chat about the very essence of fear.

Also, please email chatswithclark@gmail.com any questions, ideas, or topics that you would like discussed on the "Chats with Clark" podcast. Thank you!

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In this episode, Henry.Fit joins the show to discuss his influence on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Henry shares his social media strategies, as his positive energy and motivation are infectious. Through his endorsement of Jed North Apparel, Henry has started the path of social media success, while getting absolutely shredded in the gym and helping others to do the same!

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In this episode, we discover what we can learn from the ways children approach the world. Children approach the world with excitement and an underdog mentality. Sometimes maybe we ought to value clarity over caution. What would we do in our lives if we were curious like a child? Excited like a child? 

Three Points in Overview:

1) Children are Curious

2) Why does it stop?

3) Kids Just Go for It

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In this episode, we discover how our mindsets affect our decisions and actions. If we shift our mindsets into progress-oriented ones, then we better ourselves and the world around us. The biggest question of all though is the question "Why?"! By asking this question, we dictate how our mindsets are what they are, and the reasons that they are what they are!