In The Arena Podcast

What if your home is shaping your health more than anything else in your life and you don’t even know it? 👀🏡 This week on In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Jared Miguez sit down with the powerhouse duo changing the way Louisiana thinks about wellness and construction: Courtney Carmadelle and Angelle Sullivan. Courtney is a Building Biology New-Build Consultant, functional medicine practi...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Jared Miguez sit down with Dr. Jason Patrick O’Rear, founder of Limitless Chiropractic, to unpack the real science, heart, and purpose behind the work he does every day. Dr. O’Rear shares how childhood experiences—and the people who helped shape him—sparked his passion for chiropractic care and set him on a mission to help others underst...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Dominic Luke and Jared Miguez sit down with Jeffery Wayne Sonnenberg — a military veteran, real estate professional, and lifelong student of leadership. Jeffery opens up about the moments that shaped him: • Why he chose to join the military and what that experience taught him • How sports, coaches, and mentors molded his discipline, resilience, and charact...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Rebecca Saucier sit down with Shawn Coffey, owner of Shawn Coffey Allstate Insurance, to talk about entrepreneurship, discipline, and building a business that lasts. Shawn opens up about what it really takes to start and grow your own agency and from the early challenges to the support system that pushed him through hard times. He breaks...

In this powerful In The Arena episode, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Dominic Luke sit down with Justin Ansel Jr., founder of Geaux Beyond Wellness — a veteran who transformed his military discipline into a mission to heal others, body and soul. Justin opens up about his transition from military life to holistic wellness, sharing how service, structure, and self-awareness helped him find peace and purp...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Jared Miguez sit down with Shane Purvis, a seasoned banking professional and SBA expert from Bonvenu Bank, to uncover what it really takes to build strong financial foundations for your business. With over 17 years in the banking industry, Shane shares how Bonvenu Bank got its name, the misconceptions surrounding SBA lending, and why loy...

From special operations to special seasoning, Brek Pitcher has lived a life built on discipline, grit, and purpose. After serving 8 years as a Naval Special Warfare Operator (SWCC) with Special Boat Team TWELVE, Brek traded combat boats for BBQ pits — founding The Notorious P.I.G. BBQ Shack, a veteran-owned brand known for its precision and intensity. In this powerful episode of In The Arena, coho...

What if the secret to a thriving business isn’t just in what you build — but how you build it? In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Robin Marquez, the powerhouse behind E.C.O. Builders, Inc., to uncover how she’s built one of Louisiana’s most respected construction companies — not just through great projects, but through people, purpose, and heart...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Steele McDaniel, founder of Steele-R Development LLC, a general contracting company built on hard work, family values, and grit. Born and raised in Covington, Louisiana, Steele grew up watching his parents build their business from the ground up — and those lessons shaped how he leads today. He opens up about:...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Mark Malkemus, founder of Foundations Hospice, to talk about what it truly means to serve others with dignity, empathy, and purpose. Mark shares how living out your values daily—rather than just talking about them—creates a culture of excellence, compassion, and trust. He also discusses how providing incredible...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Gerrin Narcisse, Assistant Principal at Bayou Lacombe Middle School and Executive Director of the Bayou Lacombe Cardinals Minor League Football Organization. Gerrin’s story is one of purpose, service, and leadership. He shares how his mission to “make someone else’s day better, every day” extends far beyond the...

In this episode of In The Arena, host Jared Miguez sits down with Blasia Arceneaux Rivet, Registered Nurse and founder of Decision Critical, a concierge nursing organization bridging the gap between hospitals, physicians, and home. Blasia shares how her business was born from both professional experience and personal passion—and why it’s truly a work of the heart, not just a job. She opens up abou...

In this episode of the Residential Real Estate Mastermind Series, we sit down with two of Southeast Louisiana’s most respected real estate professionals: Kyle Tallo, Responsible Broker with over two decades of experience, and Ronnie Ranatza Jr., top agent at Crescent Sotheby’s—also known as The Cheesy Realtor. 🏡 Together, Kyle and Ronnie share how the Tallo family legacy has set the standard for...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Sarah Cottrell and Sarada Bonnett, the powerhouse team behind Bluesberry Fest—a unique celebration of music, art, food, and community. Sarah and Sarada share their stories, the vision behind Bluesberry Fest, and how the event has become more than just a festival—it’s a platform for creating relationships, oppor...

This week on In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Jonah Fry talk with Katy Simpson, Chief Marketing Officer at Northwestern Mutual and a marketing strategist with nearly 20 years of experience helping businesses grow their brand. Katy doesn’t just share ideas—she shows what works in the real world. In this episode, she breaks down how to: 📱 Build a social media presence that people actually tr...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Julie Long, founder of Sensible Services ABC. With over 32 years in accounting and as a Master Certified Tax Advisor, Julie has built a firm that goes beyond crunching numbers—focusing on tax planning, legacy, and relationships that make a lasting impact. Julie shares what tax planning really means to her and h...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Lance Ginn, CCIM and Evan Phillip Scroggs to talk about the systems, values, and culture driving one of the fastest-growing commercial real estate firms in the Gulf South. Lance and Evan open up about the strength of the Lee & Associates brand, the rigorous tools and analysis they use to evaluate deals and...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Jared Miguez sit down with Lizette Alvarado, Family Nurse Practitioner and founder of Syn Skin Aesthetics and Wellness. Lizette shares her inspiring journey into the world of aesthetics—how her background in urgent care, home health, and hospice care shaped her approach to patient-centered beauty and wellness. She opens up about the serv...

This week on In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Jared Miguez sit down with Chris Abadie, Senior Vice President at Colliers, to talk all things commercial real estate, leadership, and trust. Chris shares his journey into the industry, the lessons he’s learned, and why honesty and communication are the foundation for long-term success. He also opens up about his experiences at Colliers and ho...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Jared Miguez sit down with Glenn France (Market Development Manager) and James Ruhnke (Risk and Safety Consultant) from BBSI—a company redefining how businesses get support. BBSI is more than just a payroll provider. They offer hands-on, local support to help businesses run more efficiently, with a dedicated point of contact to guide you...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Lauren Navarre sit down with Randy Allen, Founder and CEO of Tasch, and Daniel Eitmann, Vice President of Business Development, to explore how they’re building more than just buildings—they’re building a culture of trust, humility, and high performance. They share how Tasch has grown into a trusted name in the industry by operating with on...

In this In The Arena Media Series episode, co-hosts Jared Miguez and Jonah Fry sit down with Rachel Ledet and Olivia Matthews, the powerhouse duo behind 3090 Marketing, a strategy-focused agency helping small and mid-sized businesses grow with purpose. With years of experience in real estate, law, construction, nonprofit, and beyond—Rachel and Olivia share how their team steps directly into their...

In this episode of In The Arena, we sit down with Chad Harvell — founder of Restoration Property Management — to explore how he's transforming the way homeowners' associations operate across Louisiana. With a background in forensic auditing, corporate finance, and executive-level accounting, Chad saw a major gap in HOA community management: the lack of specialized financial leadership. T...

In this episode of In The Arena, we sit down with Chad Monistere—National Guard veteran turned entrepreneur—whose journey from the military to founding one of the top-rated window companies in Louisiana is nothing short of inspiring. After years of serving in the National Guard, Chad opens up about the hard reality of losing touch with comrades—and how the deep trust, loyalty, and leadership learn...

In this episode of In The Arena, co-host Jared Miguez sits down with Dale Mayeaux—Founder and CEO of Nest Commercial Group with Keller Williams—to talk about the mindset, mission, and momentum behind his rapid rise in commercial real estate. Dale's journey is anything but conventional. From working at UPS and Cintas to launching his own sign business, partnering with Partners One, and eventua...