Chats with Clark

C. "Major" Swoope has been living with and influenced by the word "major" from the moment he came into the world. "Major" is Swoope's middle name, and it's also emerged as the motivation behind the movement that he is forging. To Swoope, the guest on episode 89 of Chats with Clark , living majorly is a lifestyle, it's a commitment to oneself and who one authentically is, living that out with confi...

"Be the good kind," we're advised in episode 88 of Chats with Clark , featuring the owner of GoodKind coffee Parker Bell and the operating partner Gabriel Miller. Together, the two have built a coffee shape in Lakewood, OH that serves as a staple in the community and beyond by delivering top tier products and excellent service. The pairing of coffee that everyone loves and a staff who works as "th...

Episode 87 of Chats with Clark welcomes Lauren Nanni, a life coach and motivational speaker native to Cleveland, Ohio. Lauren specializes in helping those who feel stuck by not just making them "un-stuck," but also unstoppable! Lauren emphasizes the importance of noticing our habits and developing ones that are conducive to the life that we desire.  Working with clients on betterment is a difficul...

Episode 86 of the Chats with Clark Podcast welcomes to the show Pete Nelson, an endurance athlete with many great accolades to his name; to Pete though, none even come close in importance to his family, friends, and his faith.  Pete has a very basic principle that he applies to life and partnerships: "if I can't leave this person comfortably alone in a room with my wife and children, it's off." Th...

Episode 85 of Chats with Clark flips the script for Serena Winters, the beloved sideline reporter for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who typically can be seen interviewing players. Now, she sits on the other side of the microphone to share with us the commitment that she brings to each aspect of her life. "When I commit to something, I'm all in," contends Serena.  Growing up in SoCal (Southern Californi...

"I realize that I keep getting more confident in my craft, so that's how I know I'm always going to keep learning," notes the ever-curious Mike Miller, who joins Chats with Clark episode 84. As a renowned artist and tattooist, Mike has learned how to stay calm and prevent nerves when delivering products that are not only permanent, but a one-time opportunity. Owner and cofounder of Green Light Tat...

"I'm competitive. I'll bet on my wife each and every time," slams Fabio Salerno, the owner of Lago and Sora Restaurants in the Flats of Cleveland. Throughout episode 83, Fabio dives into what has made his wife and he so successful over the last 20 years at Lago. The common thread has been consistency.  Fabio prides himself on being consistent, describing his businesses as dynamic, authentic, and d...

Living life "unfiltered" is an idea growing in popularity throughout society. For Noura Awad and Kat, the guests of episode 82, living unfiltered means being your authentic self and aiming to put that out there at all times. Episode 82 of the Chats with Clark Podcast puts Kat and Noura on the opposite of the mic, as they are typically hosting their own podcast called Unfiltered Brew .  Unfiltered...

"Tenacious, indomitable, and glitter-like" are the three terms that a dear friend of Brianna Koehler "Bits of Bri" used to describe her, prior to her arrival on episode 81 of the Chats with Clark Podcast. Throughout this episode, Bri shares her mindsets that epitomize these attributes. As someone devoted to bringing women together, used her YouTube channel to create a community of women who suppor...

"It's important to care about the details... Care about everything," Hayden Grove, the beloved Cleveland Jazz, rat-pack-style singer contends on episode 80 of Chats with Clark. Grove, who is a steadfast Clevelander, has been singing since he was a child, when his dad would rattle off songs for Hayden to sing.  Growing up in a household that adored music, Hayden had been surrounded by an appreciati...

"I'm a homer," Chef Rocco Whalen contends to start off episode 79 of Chats with Clark ! Born and raised in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, Rocco was always in the kitchen with his grandma and his mom, learning the ins and outs of making dishes that were both delicious and filling.  Moreover, Rocco learned the importance of sitting down for family dinners and chatting about anything and everything....

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! -------------------------------...