Real Estate Makes us Drink & The Success Happy Hour

Blake Fogelsong of Clancy’s Hospitality shares how his family built an Indiana restaurant legacy and why successful restaurants must constantly evolve to survive and grow. On this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Blake Fogelsong, third-generation owner and Director of Operations at Clancy’s Hospitality. Blake takes us through a family restaurant st...

Indiana real estate is changing fast. New appraisal rules, higher mortgage rates, low housing inventory, and home prices could reshape the Indiana housing market. This week on Indiana Success Happy Hour , Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down for a wide-ranging conversation about what buyers, sellers, Realtors, and mortgage professionals could be facing next. Brad breaks down upcoming changes to...

Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum start with a look at what’s happening in housing and mortgages, including the 10-year Treasury, interest rates, Indiana real estate inventory, the nationwide housing shortage and one of the biggest challenges facing buyers today: affordability. There may still be millions fewer homes than America needs, but that doesn’t mean buyers can afford the homes that are availa...

Indiana craft spirits, whiskey, bourbon, and distilling take center stage as Brooks Bemis of Haberdasher Artisan Distillery in Franklin, Indiana, shows us what makes his spirits different. Brooks joins Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum to taste through some of Haberdasher’s most interesting creations—from rye and wheated bourbon to locally sourced brandy, barrel-aged gin, and one of the wildest ideas...

ndianapolis video production, content marketing, photography, and brand storytelling take center stage as Joe Toth of Toth Media joins Indiana Success Happy Hour. Joe built Toth Media into a family-owned video production and photography company serving organizations locally, regionally, and nationally. He joins Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum to talk about how he got started, what businesses actuall...

The Depot in Greenfield, Indiana transformed a historic 1912 grain elevator into one of Indiana’s most unique restaurants, live music venues, and downtown destinations. This week on Indiana Success Happy Hour , Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with The Depot owner Thomas Moore to hear how a $38,000 grain elevator became a centerpiece of downtown Greenfield. Thomas shares how his career as a...

Terre Haute, Indiana real estate, affordable homes, investing, and building a real estate career at 24—Josh Rixner shares how he went from serving pizza to leading agents at Century 21. Josh Rixner joins Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum on Indiana Success Happy Hour to talk about taking an unconventional path into real estate and quickly turning it into a career. Josh skipped college, started working...

Indianapolis plastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Jones shares his remarkable career in reconstructive surgery, massive weight loss surgery, medicine, success, and lessons learned over four decades. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Dr. Christopher Jones for a conversation that goes far beyond what most people imagine when they hear “plastic surgeon.” Dr. Jones explains how he originally ente...

Indiana entrepreneur Dana Vocal shares how he built one of Indiana's most respected collision repair businesses, the realities of working with insurance companies, succession planning, real estate investing, and what it takes to build a family business that lasts for generations. In this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour , Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Dana Vocal of Vocal Collisi...

Caitlin Clark controversy, Indiana property taxes, mortgage rates, AI, and real estate myths—this episode covers it all. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum dive into the biggest conversations happening right now, from WNBA headlines to the future of homeownership and why one of real estate's most repeated sayings may not hold up anymore. This episode includes: Why Caitlin Clark continues to dominate he...

Why do people complain about everything? Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum dive into the biggest debates happening in Indiana and beyond—from Buc-ee's coming to Greenwood to daylight saving time, summer heat, soccer, AI, aliens, ancient civilizations, and everything in between. This episode takes a different approach than our usual interviews as Brian and Brad sit down together for an entertaining con...

6 Degrees Snoballs, New Orleans shaved ice, Indiana small business, entrepreneurship, and community impact come together in this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour as Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Jeff and Lauren Calvert, owners of 6 Degrees Snoballs. Jeff and Lauren share the incredible story of how a family idea inspired by New Orleans turned into one of Central Indiana's favori...

Indiana entrepreneur Jeff Boone joins Indiana Success Happy Hour to talk about building Cowpokes, growing a family auction business, and how online auctions are changing the game in Indiana. In this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Jeff Boone, owner of Cowpokes Work & Western and part of a longtime Indiana auction family business, to talk about...

Indiana entrepreneur Matt Hadley joins Indiana Success Happy Hour to share how he built a powerful network, successful podcast, and business development career while helping communities across Indiana grow and thrive. In this episode, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Matt Hadley of APEX Engineering Consulting and the Circle City Success Podcast. Matt shares his journey from banking and...

Wade Forman, founder of The Tailored Society, joins Indiana Success Happy Hour to share how he built one of Indiana's premier bespoke menswear brands. From dressing Indy 500 winners and NFL players to creating six-figure custom garments, Wade reveals what it takes to build a luxury business from the ground up. Hosts Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Wade to discuss entrepreneurship, risk...

Tequila Mexico, Jose Cuervo, tequila production, agave farming, and Mexican culture come together in this unforgettable behind-the-scenes adventure. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum take you inside one of the world's most iconic tequila destinations. Fresh off a trip to Tequila, Mexico, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum share their experience touring Jose Cuervo's facilities, learning how tequila is made...

Home staging can help homes sell faster, create emotional buyer connections, and even prevent price drops. In this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour , Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Annie Fox and Nicole McCoy of Staging at Home to talk about the business of home staging, real estate marketing, entrepreneurship, and what really helps homes stand out in today’s market. From staging...

Indianapolis entrepreneur David Heft shares how he built and sold multiple businesses, scaled from real estate investing to 450 employees, and learned hard lessons about leadership, risk, faith, and success. In this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with David Heft for an entertaining and inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, real estate investi...

Indianapolis real estate, mortgage rates, tequila culture, and Indy 500 predictions collide in this fun episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour with Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum. This week, Brian and Brad catch up on the current Indianapolis housing market, why homes are still selling quickly in desirable neighborhoods, and how buyers are adjusting to today’s mortgage rates. They also break down wh...

Slamology, car audio, music festival, and entrepreneurship collide in this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Rob Snodgrass to talk about building one of the largest car audio events in the world, the business behind Aqua Finesse, and the journey from local beginnings to a 15,000-person festival. Rob shares how Slamology grew into a two-day automotiv...

Property management in Indianapolis explained! In this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour, we break down rental investing, tenant screening, and what it really takes to manage hundreds of properties in Indiana. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Chris Corken, a local property management expert managing nearly 400 rental units across the state. From late-night maintenance calls to tenan...

Former MLB pitcher Drew Storen shares his journey from Indiana high school phenom to professional baseball to launching Field of Dreams Bourbon, revealing how he turned a legendary baseball site into a unique whiskey brand. On this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Indiana native and former Major League Baseball pitcher Drew Storen to talk about his...

Indianapolis bar manager Joey Roembke from Livery joins Indiana Success Happy Hour to talk cocktails, tequila trends, and the reality of running a high-volume restaurant bar. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Joey to break down his journey from working in kitchens to leading the bar program at one of Indy’s most popular Latin-inspired restaurants. Joey shares how he learned on the job, t...

Stand-up comedian Hoss Ridgeway joins Indiana Success Happy Hour to share his journey through clean comedy, ministry, and building a national career in stand-up. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Hoss Ridgeway, a stand-up comedian and minister from Franklin, Indiana, whose story is anything but ordinary. From accidentally launching his comedy career in front of 500 people to performing a...

Upland Brewing, Indiana craft beer, IU football, and local marketing take center stage as Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Isaiah Cox, Marketing Manager for Upland Brewing Company. Isaiah shares his journey from Richmond, Indiana to Upland Brewing, what it’s really like marketing one of Indiana’s best-known craft beer brands, and how Upland built memorable partnerships with IU and the P...