Adeptus On Air

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...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, our four hosts—Michael Hoffman, Antony Gordon, James Walker, and Evan Eneman—come together to reminisce about the first year as podcast hosts. In this special episode, the hosts discuss their favorite moments, the podcast's overarching goals, and the wonderful connections made with guests through the lens of humanness. Listen in as each host reflects on Adeptus On-Air's ac...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Evan Eneman speaks with Amber Setter, the visionary behind Conscious Public Accountants, a unique professional coaching firm tailored for high achieving accountants, both individually and their organizations. Amber shares her personal journey in the accounting profession, transforming negative experiences into valuable insights explored through her career as a practit...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, Evan Eneman chats with Kait Dunton, a Jazz keyboardist and composer. In this episode, Kait shares the story of her musical journey, navigating the delicate balance between passion and societal expectations. Kait sheds insights on transitioning from the structured world of academia and corporate jobs to the freedom of self-employment. She explains the process of releasing s...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman chats with Kingsley, an indie music artist, entrepreneur, and beauty mogul. Kingsley shares how she forged her path in college, intertwining a double major in business and vocal performance, refusing to limit her talents. From establishing herself as a Marketing Guru in Oregon to navigating the challenges of COVID, Kingsley shares her inspiring journey...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman chats with his long-time friend and accomplished documentary filmmaker, Daniel Miller. The duo delves into their childhood in Edison, NJ, reminiscing about old friends and the neighborhood that shaped them. Daniel shares the story behind the inception of Ironbound Films, detailing their unique approach to discovering inspiring ideas and highlighting th...

Today on Adeptus on Air, host James Walker chats with Fati Largaespada, the first Latina NCAA Division 1 Head Fencing Coach. As a highly accomplished athlete and coach, Fati shares her fencing journey, highlighting her college career at both Temple University and Wagner College in New York City. She describes becoming the Head Fencing Coach at Wagner, sharing insights into how she built her team t...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, Evan Eneman speaks with Australian musician Michele Blood, acclaimed for her positive affirmation songs that facilitate healing and transformation. Michele shares that after a life-altering accident, her journey toward healing began with singing positive affirmations and how this led her to becoming a global sensation. She discusses the power of affirmations not only for p...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman chats with celebrated children's author Kate DiCamillo. Kate reflects on her journey as a writer, which began in childhood and has since led to her status as a bestseller with millions of copies in circulation. With several of her books adapted into beloved movies, Kate provides insights into the process of turning a book into a film, highlighting the...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker speaks with Shawn Harper, former NFL player, CEO, and WINologist. Shawn shares the incredible story of how he overcame challenging learning disabilities during his childhood, developing a unique method for achieving victory in life. He reveals the transformative process of addressing his weaknesses and amplifying his strengths, culminating in a journey of...

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Michael Hoffman chats with the multi-talented Tori Deal. With a career spanning 13 seasons on The Challenge, Tori offers a glimpse into her journey, from competing against friends to conquering tough challenges. Beyond the world of reality television, Tori shares her diverse writing career, encompassing everything from a children's book to her latest creation, a fusio...

In this episode of Adeptus On-Air, host Evan Eneman engages in a conversation with Neil Rogers, the author of "Bar Tips: Everything I Needed to Know in Sales I Learned Behind the Bar." Neil Rogers takes us on a journey from his high school graduation, where he struggled with direction and pursuing traditional education, to his transformation into a successful salesman. He emphasizes the importance...