In The Arena Podcast

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, Jared Miguez and John Stephens sit down with Grant Waters, real estate agent with Compass, investor, and political strategist, to discuss his journey through real estate, entrepreneurship, and community involvement. Grant shares his experience navigating complex real estate transactions, finding opportunities through wholesaling, and helping property owners fin...

Physical therapy isn't just about recovering from an injury. It's about building strength, confidence, and a healthier future! On this episode of Meet St. Tammany Podcast, Lauren Navarre sits down with Rebecca Troulliet of Victory Fitness & Physical Therapy to discuss a different approach to women's health and wellness. From supporting young athletes to navigating pregnancy, pos...

Behind every great community event is an even greater purpose! ❤️🐾 On this episode of Meet St. Tammany, John Stephens and Lauren Navarre sit down with Denise and Dylan to discuss Mutts to Models, an annual charity gala that brings together fashion, entertainment, and philanthropy to support Scott's Wish. What makes this event truly special is the mission behind it. Scott's Wish helps cr...

Are you tracking the numbers that actually move your business forward? Setting goals is one thing. Knowing exactly what it takes to achieve them is another. In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, Sara and Paige join Jared Miguez, Lauren Navarre, and Jonah Fry to break down how weekly metrics, forecasting, and accountability create clarity and drive business growth. In this episode, we discuss: -...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Jonah Fry sit down with the team from Northshore Food Bank to discuss the hidden reality of food insecurity in St. Tammany Parish and the incredible work being done to support local families. In this episode, we discuss: - The impact of food insecurity on families and children in St. Tammany Parish - How Northshore Food Bank provides f...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, Bryan Chamberlain and Tommy Benge join Jared Miguez to share how a passion for Louisiana's outdoors, craftsmanship, and family traditions has brought them together. What started as a handmade wallet from an alligator hide has grown into Chamberlain Handmade, a business focused on creating one-of-a-kind leather goods with a story behind every piece. Bryan a...

In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, Tia Friel joins Jared Miguez, Lauren Navarre, and Jonah Fry to break down the financial numbers business owners should understand and track as their businesses grow. From balance sheets and cash flow to weekly metrics and forecasting, Tia shares how understanding your financials can help you see where your business stands today and make more informed decisi...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, we’re talking all things Bras for a Cause and the local impact behind one of the Northshore’s most memorable community events. Our guests share how funds raised through Bras for a Cause support local breast cancer patients and survivors through resources including transportation assistance, appearance services, food assistance, education, mammograms, and more....

In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, Dom Luke joins Jared Miguez, Lauren Navarre, and Jonah Fry to discuss an important part of a leader's meeting itinerary: creating a consistent meeting pulse for yourself, your leadership team, and other business owners and peers. The conversation explores how intentionally setting aside time to step away from the day-to-day can create space to process...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, Chris and Leslie from the Northshore Community Foundation share how they're bringing local nonprofits together to identify community-wide challenges and work toward collaborative solutions. They discuss how organizations can look beyond their individual missions, build stronger partnerships, and work together to address needs across our community. In this...

In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, insurance agent and business owner Shawn Coffey joins Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre to discuss how intentional meetings can keep teams aligned, create accountability, and help businesses solve problems as they grow. Not every team needs the same meeting schedule. Shawn shares how his growing business uses different meeting rhythms across departments and w...

In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, Sam Caruso joins Jared Miguez, Lauren Navarre, and Jonah Fry to discuss how intentional meetings can create clarity, accountability, and action across your business. From choosing the right meeting cadence to tracking metrics and working through issues, the conversation breaks down how structure can help teams stay aligned and keep the business moving forwa...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, Paige Dover and Brittany Mott, founders of Wilderness Girls, join us with their daughters, Ari Dover and Hayden Mott, to share how they're helping young girls build confidence, independence, and practical skills through hands-on experiences. Wilderness Girls was created to give girls opportunities to step away from screens, connect with one another, explor...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, we sit down with David Holloway to discuss Safe Harbor and its work supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence across St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. David shares why raising awareness matters, the resources Safe Harbor provides, and how the organization helps individuals and families find safety, support, and a path forward. In this episode, we...

In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, John Roberts joins Jared Miguez, Lauren Navarre, and Jonah Fry to discuss how Accountability Charts and clear job priorities can help business owners build stronger teams and scale with intention. An Accountability Chart creates clarity around each role, sets expectations before problems arise, and helps leaders determine what their organization needs to re...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, Ronnie Ranatza Jr. shares the mission behind the New Orleans 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and how it continues to honor fallen first responders while supporting their families. Together, they discuss preserving the legacy of 9/11, bringing the community together, and inspiring future generations through remembrance and service. In this episode, we discuss: - The p...

In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, Drew Pearson joins Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre to discuss how an Accountability Chart can help business owners create clarity, define roles, and build the right team for growth. Drew shares why scaling a business requires more than simply adding people. It takes intentional hiring, clear expectations, and making sure the right people are sitting in the...

In this episode of Meet St. Tammany, we sit down with leaders from the Louisiana Mortgage Bankers Association (LMBA) to discuss how they're bringing mortgage professionals together to strengthen Louisiana's housing industry. As the unified voice of mortgage industry professionals across Louisiana, LMBA is focused on education, collaboration, and advocacy across the mortgage industry. In...

Community is built one act of kindness at a time. In today’s episode of Meet St. Tammany, Danielle Enk shares how Buna’s Hope Foundation carries Elise’s legacy forward by bringing joy, hope, and support to families facing medical challenges. From Buna Boxes and room makeovers to family vacations and unexpected acts of generosity, every effort reminds families that they are seen and supported. We a...

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Success starts with the standards you set for yourself. In this episode of In The Arena Podcast, Stephanie Machado Barto joins Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre to discuss how successful leaders turn ambitious goals into consistent action by setting high standards, staying accountable, and recalibrating along the way. Drawing from more than two decades of leadership in the mortgage industry, Stephan...

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