Off The Cuff by HindLight Media

In this episode, I sit down with pro golfer Caroline Smith to dive into her incredible journey. From her early days on the course to traveling the world and competing against the best, Caroline shares what drives her passion for the game and excellence in general. With a mix of inspiring moments, hilarious stories, and behind-the-scenes insights into life as a pro, this conversation is a hole-in-o...

I'm joined by my friend and networking partner, Austin Matthews! Austin is a professional electrician based in Northwest Georgia, and we met several months ago in my networking group. We find ourselves at his facility and chat about his career—and many useful tidbits for homeowners and trades-nerds alike! As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hi...

I'm delighted to be joined by my very own orthodontist this week—Dr. Joseph Vargo! Dr. Vargo has practiced for nearly 30 years and is a household name in the Rome, Georgia community. Recently, he connected with National Geographic for an exciting excursion to none other than Antarctica—a childhood dream realized! As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at co...

I'm stoked to be joined by Steve Dennis—a life coach, business coach, anger management professional, professional public speaker, and business owner! He has a marvelous personality, and his charisma and charm are contagious. We dive deep into practical takeaways all of us—not just business pros—can utilize daily to push to be the best version of ourselves! As always, thanks for joining us! If you'...

I'm joined today by my friend Ben Lipford! Ben is a brilliant photographer, video and multimedia pro based out of Atlanta. He started his career as an engineer and discovered soon after his love and passion for storytelling through photography and brand development. This is a chat you don't want to miss! As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hin...

In this episode, I'm joined by Nathan Patterson—a dear friend I met a few years back while filming a marriage proposal—coincidentally at his daughter's ballet recital. His background is in technology and telecommunications; but in recent years, he has started his own company that produces high-end, multi-camera, live-stream video content. Needless to say, he and I connect on many levels—hence why...

As promised, here is the follow-up episode from Sonya's garden three months later! The In The Moment series allows us to stray from our traditional format to bring you an intimate conversation that captures the essence of spontaneity. Sometimes, the most incredible discussions occur in brief moments that don't quite fill the duration of a full episode. But why should that stop us from sharing thes...

I'm joined by my relatively new friend Christie Carroll—a real estate agent based in Northwest Georgia. Christie is yet again someone I met through my newly formed networking group, and she is clearly knowledgeable and passionate about her career and her relationships with her current—and even past—clients. Join us as we go on a nature walk throughout her property. We will be sharing pictures on o...

I've got a super laid-back episode for you guys today! Joey Stevens—attorney at law and county commissioner elect in St. Clair County, Alabama—joins me on the show. The conversation ranges from larger-than-life fowl; a Ritz-cracker-loving kangaroo; and life as an attorney turned county commissioner.  As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hindlig...

I'm stoked to be joined by a long-time friend Seth Ingram! Seth is a film producer, collegiate educator, writer, film-fest director, and the list goes on and on–with some of his work currently streaming on Apple TV, Paramount+, Amazon Prime, and Showtime. It's an honor to have him on the show to discuss all things film and TV—especially as it relates to the state of Georgia here in the United Stat...

Today we're in the cozy and simple environment of my own home office. I have the privilege of chatting with Scott Dempsey—a seasoned information technology professional with more than two decades in the field! This is another conversation that could easily go on for hours; but with much restraint, we were able to keep it within our usual window of allotted time. We discuss the field of IT; the imp...

We're chatting from the lovely events space Grace Events in Rome, Georgia, as I welcome Megan O'Hara to the show! She and her teammate, Kate White, were the winners of Food Network's Holiday Baking Championship a few years ago. Megan was delightful to talk to, and her love of what she does is beyond evident! She shares behind-the-scenes details, the science behind her passion, and the excitement o...

As promised, here is the bonus episode from yesterday's release! The In The Moment series allows us to stray from our traditional format to bring you an intimate conversation that captures the essence of spontaneity. Sometimes, the most incredible discussions occur in brief moments that don't quite fill the duration of a full episode. But why should that stop us from sharing these captivating mome...

I'm joined by my new friend Sonya Blankenship—a true veteran in the world of home loans—which we talk a ton about. Though, what I found most interesting about one of my first conversations with her was her love of gardening, hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors! And appropriately enough—the great outdoors is where we are recording for this episode. We met at Sonya's lovely country home surround...

Today's guest is Sean Frazier, a seasoned actor with a rich career spanning stage, film, and television. We're enjoying a beautiful spring day outdoors, and at one point, we walk past the very theater where he and his wife shared their first kiss. Sean is a delightful person, and our conversation is both engaging and insightful. With a wealth of experience and unforgettable stories, he shares his...

The heart of my guest today is even bigger than his biceps, and that's saying something! Kipp Buford—fitness coach with Orangetheory Fitness in Rome, Georgia—was gracious enough to lend me an hour of his time to come on the show and chat me up all things motivation, overcoming self-doubt, and ways to be the best version of you possible! As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us...

I'm excited to have another one of my BNI teammates Colt Kelley and his wife Stephanie Gargiulo on the show! As mentioned previously, I'm really pushing for more group conversations, and this was a jam-packed one no doubt! To be 100% honest with you, it's hard to put this conversation into words. What began as a simple walk, turned out to be a conversation that was far from simple. These two are a...

I'm joined today by Dr. Himanshu Patel, a cardiologist with Advent Health Redmond in Rome, Georgia! This is a conversation I've been excited about for some time, and—much to my delight—the discussion takes many unplanned and exciting turns along the way! We talk about healthy grocery tips, the medical technology of today and on the horizon, the path and struggles of becoming a doctor, and much muc...

I'm joined on a chilly Spring day by one of my newest friends Chris Wilson. We face the nippy winds outside of our local Starbucks—or as I like to say—the HindLight Media corporate office! Chris is quite a multifaceted individual which becomes apparent quickly in the conversation. We talk about his company and what he does on a daily basis—as well as his world-traveling past career as a pro-amateu...

Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Ande Frazier, Amazon Best-selling author of "Fin(anci)ally Free," to the podcast! Join us as we explore insightful discussions on financial literacy and preparing ourselves and our children for a secure financial future. We delve into Ande's experiences as a public speaker, spreading her expertise nationwide. Of course, we also dive into the fascinating journey of pu...

Welcome to the season two kickoff of Off The Cuff! In this episode, I bring on fellow video pro, Damon Self, as we stroll through the very school he recently graduated from. Join us in a raw and unscripted conversation about our journeys into the visual arts and our unwavering passion for our craft, community, and entrepreneurialism. Tune in and walk with us through the halls of inspiration! As al...

Join us for a super laid-back Season 01 wrap-up! And guess what? Becca's back, bringing along a super special guest—don't miss the fun!

In the season finale of “Off the Cuff,” I sit with Disney employee, and longtime pal, Mallory Quinn. This deep-dive conversation offers listeners a rare view into Mallory’s fascinating journey with Disney, and her work experiences at various Disney Parks. Mallory, a lifeguard turned boat captain, shares delightful anecdotes from her time at Disney Parks, and how her personal life weaved into her D...

I'm delighted to welcome retired Luitenieunt Brent Moore of the Georiga Department of Public Safety to the podcast! I met Brent while drone operating for a high school football official live stream. With drone technology as one of his skill areas, we immediately connected, and I quickly invited him to join me on the show. Brent's career is teeming with fascinating missions, stories, and technology...

Today, I have the privilege of welcoming Alison Sheryll onto the podcast! Alison's story is extraordinary, and I consider myself lucky for snagging her as a guest—simply by being in the right place at the right time. Among many other things, Alison is a pet communicator, a world-traveling pianist, and a television personality. She is from London, England, and just so happened to be visiting one of...