Chats with Clark

Tom Rini, founder of the gym Black Flag Athletics Strength & Conditioning, joins episode 78 of the Chats with Clark Podcast to share the mindsets that allow for him to excel as a gym owner and a leader.  As a member of the 2011 John Carroll University Athletic Hall of Fame, Tom exhibits a "Hall of Fame" mindset throughout his life. To earn this achievement, Tom displayed steadfast commitment t...

Making it to the NFL is an incredible feat, and making it to the NFL and recording your first interception against Tom Brady is a really incredible feat. For Jason Trusnik, these feats, among many others, are highlights of his underdog story and ability to outwork anyone.  Joining Chats with Clark for episode 77, Trusnik shares how he is "chasing you down" in any field that he enters (literally an...

"Accept the pain that comes with the beauty," Natalie Herbick inspires all of us in episode 76 of Chats with Clark . The renowned host of "New Day Cleveland" and staple anchor of Fox 8 News, Natalie joins the show to share the stories behind her mindset that is so focused on uplifting others. Through her relationship with her mother, Herbick learned how to go through life with joy. Even in her mot...

Jim Walter, renowned UFC manager and entrepreneur, joins episode 75 of Chats with Clark , which Jim notes as his first real public appearance since his life flipped upside down in July 2022. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Jim was founded on service to others and thinking about the ways in which he could improve the lives of people around him, crediting Saint Ignatius High School for this ment...

Episode 74 of the Chats with Clark Podcast welcomes Nick Stanoszek, the co-founder of VIO Med Spa and of Balance Modern Pilates. Stanoszek joins the show to dive into his mindsets behind being an entrepreneur, even though he would adamantly disagree with that term. To Nick, an entrepreneur is someone who pushes all of their chips in and risks it all; as someone wired the opposite, Nick refutes tha...

Recently starring in Netflix's Season 10 of Love Is Blind , Ashley Carpenter leaves the altar to join us on episode 73 of the Chats with Clark Podcast. Of course, the obvious question was contemplated. Is love really blind? Experiencing a dating "experiment" (as called on the show) that is rapid and intentionally expedited, Ashley worked to balance her reserved nature while also desiring in-depth...

President & CEO of Port of Cleveland, Jeff Epstein, joins Chats with Clark episode 72 to dive into the business that supports over 23,000 jobs. As a leader in maritime opportunities in Cleveland and positioned on one of the largest shipping ports in all of the Midwest, Jeff believes that their work at Port is imperative for shaping and redefining Cleveland's lakefront and city as a prominent p...

When we talk to our dogs, we use a specific playful, simplified tone that reflects the relationship that we have with our dogs. The etiquette of talking to our dogs unveils deeper truths about the ways in which etiquette is intertwined in all facets of life. Have you ever seen someone wearing a hoodie at the beach, or how about those who choose to miserably wear closed tennis shoes? These images s...

Forming in 2009 and continually emerging on the scene as a beloved, epic synth pop band, Recess joins episode 70 of Chats with Clark ! Led by singer Vincent Fondale and accompanied by trusted musicians Alex Razzy and Anthony Fondale, the band focuses on making their music an experience. From the start of a song to the end of it, from beginning to end of a show, their goal is to engage with the aud...

Natalie Bell is a beacon of hope for those who engage with her content in the dating, relationship world. As a creator, she focuses on bringing people together and inspiring their journeys towards better tomorrows. Through in-person dating events, designed specifically to help break down the barriers of difficulty in finding single potential partners, Natalie has expanded her City Social business...

"Build your business like the New York City skyline," notes Mike Gordon, Jr., leader of sales at TENDON Manufacturing in Cleveland, OH. Mike tributes a mentor of his for sharing this wise phrase with him, forever changing his approach to business. Ultimately, you want your business to be full of high achieves, high energy individuals, like the abundance of skyscrapers that line New York City. Tran...

"There is no perfect way to cook," Logan Neisel contends. As a self-taught chef himself, "Chef Lone" has mastered the craft of delicious tasting food with a display so intriguing that it tells a story. Each piece of food is meticulously designed to have significance towards the overall plate, a true form of art. Throughout his experiences so far, Logan has created a popup dinner event series, in w...

"Art is the soul of humanity," contends David Biro, a Cleveland large scale artist. As the founder of "Midnight Art Club," David believes that art should be an experience, because it draws people into the art and together. Throughout Cleveland, David and his team have created exhibits that beautify the city, and he recently has taken his artwork down to Florida, where he builds and creates on the...

Each year teaches us something. The compiling effect of taking these lessons with us into the next year allows for us to consistently grow. From 2025, there are five main lessons that I am implementing in 2026 to change my life for the better! What is your new goal for 2026? Leave us a comment, and thank you for listening! Check out Chats with Clark on social media! -------------------------------...

In episode 64 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Ishmael "Ish" Khadair joins to for a conversation about the events space in Cleveland. As someone who hosts events across the country, Ishmael recognized a hole in the events space in Cleveland after moving back to his hometown from New York City. Influenced by the lights and connective events in cities like New York, Miami, or Los Angeles, Ishmael kn...

In episode 63 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Matt Wurnig, the host and creative mind behind the social media series "50 Dates 50 States" joins the show to share stories of going on a date in every state, not just once, nor twice, but three times! Penned as "The TikTok Bachelor," Matt shares his goals behind the series and what his hopes are for each and every date. Raised in small towns and on f...

Episode 62 of Chats with Clark welcomes someone who is typically on the opposite end of the microphone, the one who brings the energy and furthers the conversation: the Cleveland Browns on-field host and catalyst of the game day experience, Bridget Linton. An Akron, OH native, Bridget grew up as the center of attention. She has been an Irish dancer for as long as she can remember, and she emerged...

In episode 61 of "Chats with Clark," Cam Trudell joins the show to share his aspirations of "raising role models," a phrase that guides his life as the vice president of NACDA (National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics), an inductee to the Walsh University Hall of Fame for his play as a linebacker, and especially as a devoted husband and father of three. Trudell notes that one woul...

In episode 60, Aidan Meany, creator of "Found Surface" in Cleveland, Ohio, dives into the mindsets that propelled his vision of turning fabrics and ideas into sustainable, American-Made apparel. A member of the Forbes Cleveland 30 Under 30 List, longly attracted to fashion, Meany offers stories that show his perseverance and commitment to making a lasting impact on a deeply-rooted industry. Throug...

Live from the Pro Football Hall of Fame Village, Michaella Angelo joins episode 59 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to share stories of her mindsets of being adventurous and overcoming obstacles. As an aspiring flag football Olympian, Michaella has had to "reroute" her life several times. As a child, Michaella faced being nearly paralyzed due to reflex nerve dystrophy, forcing her to learn how to...

In episode 58 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Chad Sheehan, a chiropractor who combines treatment with movement to ensure overall development, joins the show to share insights on living healthier. Throughout his career, Chad has worked individually with all walks of life, ranging from NBA and NFL stars to the youth and elderly patients. The most impressive commonality is the overarching success...

The Cleveland music scene is filled with great artists. Among them is Just AJ (Zubek), who joins episode 57 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast to share his mindset on upholding a high standard of greatness and setting yourself apart in a field.  For AJ,  he describes his peak performance as a DJ as getting into a total flow state, where he "Has the crowd in the palm of his hands." The thoughts that...

In episode 56 of the "Chats with Clark" Podcast, Jackie Wachter, cofounder and creative director of FOUNT,  joins the show to share great wisdom and inspirational stories. Despite what many may believe as the trend of today, in-person shopping is an immensely valuable asset for luxury brands like FOUNT. For Jackie, when opportunities arise, she takes the reins and rides them like a bull, hoping to...

Not many people can say that they have ever rowed an ocean; in fact, more people (until very recently) can say that they have been to space than have rowed an ocean. For Team Seneca Navy, this task, known as the "World's Toughest Row," is the only obvious choice for the next step in their lives. This crew of four partially-crazy, fully-adventurous rowers will take off from the shores of the Canary...

In all that we do, we aspire for more, for whatever we are doing to transcend that mere thing. For Luke Toth, basketball is a vessel in which he helps young students develop confidence on and off the court and emerge into who they are created to be! During episode 54 of the Chats with Clark Podcast, Luke shares stories of his work as the director of the Cavs Youth Academy, an organization that wor...