Adeptus On Air

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Amanda Gabbard, a celebrity makeup artist, bridal specialist, esthetician, and beauty expert. Amanda shares how she fell in love with makeup at a young age. In college, she pursued acting but, after moving to New York, found herself drawn to working behind the scenes as a makeup artist. Amanda discusses how building a strong community and netwo...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Andrew Heath, a seasoned basketball coach and founder of Andrew Heath Basketball. Drawing from his professional coaching experience in China and his current role as a high school coach, Andrew shares his rich history in the sport. This includes his unique opportunity to coach under NBA legend Yao Ming and play professionally for the Beijing Pan...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Ashley Greene, Director of Business Management at Adeptus and our newest host of Adeptus On-Air! Ashley delves into the details of what business management entails and what it means to be a business manager. Mike and Ashley explore the intricacies of addressing client needs, particularly for those with multiple income streams and past trust iss...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with award-winning animator John Lumgair, the creative mind behind Jazz Cow. This animated sitcom features a jazz-playing cow who battles against algorithms and fake filters. John shares the story of how Jazz Cow was conceived with friends and brought to life through Kickstarter. Mike and John discuss the evolution of streaming services and their pe...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Lauren Connolly, a passionate wildlife visual artist who offers stunning perspectives on nature. She has over a decade of hands-on experience working with animals at an aquarium, including swimming with sharks as a diver. During the pandemic, Lauren and her husband pivoted by becoming drone operators, launching JL Aerial Views to provide breath...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Jeff Macolino, a multi-talented creator and performer. Jeff shares his journey from the insurance industry post-college to his ventures in acting, podcasting, and various YouTube projects, including the popular 'Drunk Jeff' series and his Cuban sandwich reviews. Jeff delves into his acting career, including his starring roles in 'Women Want Eve...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Josh Mathe, an ultra-endurance athlete, life adventurer, and award-winning author of three books on fitness and nutrition. Josh shares sage advice for those looking to set achievable fitness and nutrition goals, including strategies on endurance, calorie intake, and the benefits of nasal breathing during exercise. As an extreme endurance athlet...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with David Beker, founder of ABetter Design Company and inventor of highly acclaimed and award winning products. David shares his experience coming up with innovative inventions, from developing to manufacturing to bringing the item to market. He explains his process for supporting entrepreneurs looking to bring their ideas to fruition, stating the...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Lorna Hollifield, a distinguished novelist and journalist hailing from South Carolina. Lorna recounts writing her first novel when she was 23 years old. Despite facing initial rejection, Lorna persisted, immersing herself in various writing ventures and accumulating invaluable experience along the way. Tune in to hear Lorna's insights into the...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman chats with Joseph Lanius, a seasoned entertainment lawyer, strategic business consultant, and executive producer known for his work across the independent entertainment industry. He shares how a coin flip shaped his  journey to becoming a lawyer and leading him to become a key player in the entertainment industry. With an emphasis on networking, Joseph...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Eric D’Agati, a seasoned fitness trainer and coach. Founder of One Human Performance, Eric shares his journey from discovering his passion for fitness training to how he leverages his expertise to support athletes and trainers, from amateurs to professionals. Eric discusses his key areas of focus, from injury prevention strategies to uncovering...

Today on Adeptus On-Air host Mike Hoffman chats with Geraldine Anello, a musician, author, and speaker who has had an impressive career in the music industry. Originally from France, she moved to the United States and became a renowned musician, playing in the orchestras for Broadway shows such as Kinky Boots, Aladdin, and School of Rock. Driven by the lack of knowledge and resources available for...

Today on Adeptus On-Air,  Mike Hoffman chats with Bobby White, an experienced sailor, a YouTube Filmmaker, and creator of Sailing Doodles. Bobby shares his journey from working as a pilot to transitioning to filmmaking and editing through traveling adventures by sea, sky, and road. As a world traveler, Bobby sheds light on aspects of his multi-layered career path, including shooting several shows...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, Mike Hoffman chats with Anjl Rodee, the visionary behind Brushcapades. This innovative studio hosts corporate painting and sketching sessions with the goal of inspiring and unlocking participants' creative potential. Anjl shares her diverse array of passions, spanning from comedy to writing to drawing, and discusses how she infuses these into her instructional approach. Dr...

James Walker speaks with Rich Neher, founder and president of Conga Sports, a business that makes tennis accessible to all levels and abilities. Rich shares his insights on the challenges in tennis, including how the tennis-world can be unwelcoming to beginners. Sharing details of Conga Sport’s unique approach, Rich explains the structure for beginners to learn from a coach one on one through clin...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Erica Lyons, an old friend from Mike’s childhood and an accomplished author residing in Hong Kong. Erica explains how she and her husband moved to Hong Kong after he was relocated and Erica stayed at home with their small children. When their stay extended longer than expected, Erica decided to go back to work. Granted the opportunity to explor...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Evan Eneman chats with Juliette Watt, a multi-talented writer, performer, coach, and public speaker. Born and raised in England, Juliette shares how she faced numerous challenges and embraced countless opportunities. From performing as a cabaret singer in Belgium, to making it to the Tedx Stage and shedding light on the concept of Compassion Fatigue, Juliette discusse...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Tim Guercio, a seasoned entrepreneur with experience spanning diverse industries. Tim shares his journey of building a thriving Christmas lighting business, emphasizing the value of industry expertise and self-investment. Tim delves into the strategies behind scaling his business, citing hard work and perseverance as the key to his success. Tun...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman speaks with Zach Schleien, founder and CEO of Filteroff, an acclaimed video speed dating app featured in major publications like the New York Times and BBC. Zach recounts his journey in the dating app industry, from creating a dating publication where he reviewed apps and shared hacks to developing a subreddit for Hinge. Drawing on his expertise and indus...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Evan Eneman chats with Edward M. Lerner, a former physicist and a computer engineer who transitioned to writing Science Fiction novels. Edward walks Evan through his robust and varied writing career, with 25 published books under his name, including his latest science fiction novel, Life and Death on Mars. Edward explains that he found his love for space after witness...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman chats with Pete Romano, the owner and chief solutions architect of Segwik—a business automation company dedicated to providing digital tools for small businesses. Pete shares his journey from a childhood love of music to a successful career as a jingle writer for major brands like Sudafed and the Budweiser Beer Frog. Shifting from the world of jingle w...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Evan Eneman chats with Jaimie Beebe, a casting director, podcast host, and bikini designer. As a seasoned casting director and the creative mind behind two true crime podcasts, Jaimie shares her journey from casting films to delving into the world of crime narratives. She unveils the intricacies of her podcast hosting experience, where she sheds light on stalking vict...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker speaks with Nathan Sherratt, a passionate fútbol referee and the Managing Director of The Third Team, an organization that is dedicated to enhancing the performance and well-being of sports officials. Nathan unfolds his journey from discovering refereeing in high school as a way to stay connected with the sport he loves, to becoming a seasoned UK official...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman chats with Anthony M. Caro, an accomplished author with a rich portfolio of articles, essays, and fiction and nonfiction books, covering a variety of topics including Cinema history and horror. Anthony dives into the inspiration behind his latest book, "Tragedy Man," sharing valuable insights into crafting character-driven anthologies and his journey i...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman speaks with Richard Sparks, accomplished author of the hit fantasy series, New Rock, New Role. With an impressive array of writing accolades, spanning from film and television and operas, Richard explains the origins of his writing passion, beginning at a young age. He deep dives into his diverse writing ventures, including comedic works for icons like...