More Than Legal

Sarah Tamilarasan is the Founder and CEO of Sotaog, a software company helping industrial companies connect sustainability directly to financial performance. With a foundation in engineering and a focus on operational economics, Sarah is helping companies unlock greater value from existing assets through intelligent, ROI-driven sustainability strategies. In this episode of More Than Legal , Sarah...

Randy Davidson is the Founder and CEO of Georgia Entertainment, the leading source of news, analysis, and commentary for Georgia’s film, broadcast, digital production, arts, music, and gaming industries. In this episode of More Than Legal , Randy shares his perspective on Georgia’s creative economy, the importance of building real community, and why the entertainment industry should be viewed not...

Coury Deeb is an award-winning, Emmy-nominated filmmaker with 20+ years of work spanning 30 countries and 30 states. He co-owns Nadus Studios, Kentucky’s first sound stage campus, and has built a career around stories that do more than move people emotionally. They move people to act. In this episode of More Than Legal , Coury shares how filmmaking, business, purpose, and service come together in...

Alex Lugo is an award-winning actor, filmmaker, software engineer, and the Co-founder and CEO of FilmPro, an AI-powered operating system for film productions. Born in Puerto Rico and raised between Los Angeles and Miami, Alex’s work is shaped by his multicultural roots and artistic heritage as the son of Daniel Lugo, an iconic Latin American film and television actor. He is an alumnus of the Stell...

Patrick K. Currie is an accountant who doesn't look, act, or think like a traditional "penny-pincher". His journey wasn't a straight line to success; it was a path of discovery that included losing a full university scholarship, switching majors from computer engineering to music education, and finally finding his calling in accounting. Today, as the co-founder of Jaje Financial,...

Cesar Perez is a Salvadoran immigrant who was on a meteoric rise in the entertainment industry. At the peak of his career with major film roles and a promising position at Cox Media, his life was violently reset during a holiday weekend. After a head-on collision with both a drunk driver and a semi truck, Cesar died multiple times at the scene and the hospital, facing an unimaginable recovery from...

In this episode of More Than Legal, we sit down with Brandon Hatton, CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Conscious Wealth®, to explore what it really means to build, grow, and use wealth with intention, clarity, and purpose. Brandon shares his journey from working at Merrill Lynch, where success was measured by how much money you could make, to redefining his entire approach to wealth after experi...

In this episode of More Than Legal, we sit down with Alexander McCobin, Founder and CEO of Liberty Ventures, a global network of investors, founders, and executives who believe in building businesses that create value while advancing the principles of capitalism and human flourishing, to explore what it really means to build a business rooted in principles, purpose, and long-term impact. Alexander...

In this episode of More Than Legal, Danielle sits down with Brian May, CEO of Daymark Interactive, to talk about what actually works in digital marketing and why many businesses struggle to attract the right customers online. Brian leads Daymark Interactive, a performance-driven digital marketing agency focused on paid media, reputation management, and provider visibility. He is also the creator o...

In this episode of More Than Legal, we kick off Season Two with a candid conversation about execution, clarity, and what it really means to build a principled business in an unpredictable world. After taking a short break between seasons, we reflect on major global shifts and why they matter to entrepreneurs. We share what we have been observing in the markets, in politics, and in business, and wh...

In this final episode of 2025, our host Danielle Laughlin reflects on a year that tested leadership, alignment, and resolve. As the first season of More Than Legal comes to a close, Danielle shares honest lessons from inside the business, the wins worth celebrating, and the moments that required difficult decisions. From celebrating Sage Business Counsel’s 10th anniversary to launching a new media...

In Part II, Danielle and Michelle move from Michelle’s personal journey into a bigger conversation about culture, education, and the future of capitalism. They unpack why young adults are increasingly skeptical of free markets, how fear-based narratives spread, and why business leaders cannot stay quiet if they want a free and thriving society. Danielle and Michelle discuss: How narratives in scho...

In this episode of More Than Legal, Danielle talks with Michelle Bernier about growing up in Venezuela under socialism, how scarcity and propaganda shaped her early life, and the path that led her to liberty-focused communities in the United States. Michelle shares how entrepreneurship became her way to teach freedom and human flourishing, and why ideas are not abstract; they shape real lives and...

In this episode of More Than Legal, producer Jeremiah Bennett turns the tables and interviews host Danielle Laughlin for a quick season one reflection. Danielle shares why she started the show, who it is for, and what she learned from the guests and conversations that shaped 2025. Together, they revisit the biggest themes of the year and how listeners can carry them into 2026. Jeremiah and Daniell...

In this episode of More Than Legal , Danielle sits down with Tisha Morris, founder of Legacy Arts Law, to explore how creativity, intuition, and law can work hand in hand to build a lasting impact. Tisha’s path is anything but traditional. After starting her career in bankruptcy law, she shifted into interior design, writing, and feng shui before returning to the legal world, this time on her own...

In this episode of MoreThan Legal, Danielle sits down with Rayo Torres, an entrepreneur from Guadalajara, Mexico, now based in Marietta, Georgia. Rayo co-founded CargoSprint, a logistics tech company launched in 2012, and successfully led it through years of growth before her full exit in 2024. With a background in business development and startup leadership, Rayo opens up about her journey as a f...

In this episode of More Than Legal , Danielle sits down with Ray Godleski , founder and president of Southeast Wealth Partners, to discuss what it truly takes for business owners to protect and grow their wealth. Native to Atlanta, Ray grew up around entrepreneurship. His mom worked as a Realtor for 40 years, and he carried that spirit into his own career. After playing college basketball and earn...

In this episode of More Than Legal, Danielle sits down with Donna Krache, a former CNN executive producer and award-winning journalist, to explore what really drives the news we consume and how stories are shaped behind the scenes. With more than 30 years of experience in broadcast and digital journalism, including three Peabody Awards, teaching at Georgia State and Arizona State, and now serving...

What do acting, storytelling, and business ownership have in common? Everything, if you ask Molly Pass. Danielle sits down with Molly, founder and CEO of Moon Trip Productions, a full-service photo and video company serving the greater North Georgia and Dallas/Fort Worth areas. Molly holds a Bachelor’s in Film and Media Studies from Georgia State University and brings a unique perspective shaped b...

What does football coaching have to do with building wealth and leading a business? Everything, if you ask Will Bearden. Danielle dives into the mechancis of legacy building with Will who is the co-founder of PSA Wealth, a financial services firm built on the belief that true wealth is more than money. It’s health, family, legacy, and impact. In this episode, Will shares his journey from teaching...

In this episode, Danielle Laughlin welcomes Jill Edwards, a commercial lending expert with nearly 40 years of experience in the Atlanta banking industry. Jill shares hard-earned wisdom on how business owners can build trust with lenders, the role of strong financials, and how to leverage lines of credit effectively. Together, they explore: - What commercial lending really is—and isn’t - How curren...

In this buzzing episode of More Than Legal, we're taking flight into the surprisingly strategic world of honey bees — and how their hive mentality mirrors the behind-the-scenes magic of film production and business leadership. 🐝🎬 Our guest, Jeremiah Bennett, is an internationally acclaimed film and television producer with over 18 years of experience in the industry. As the Executive Producer an...

In this solo episode of More Than Legal, Danielle Laughlin takes us beyond the balance sheet and into the heartbeat of a business: its culture. With candor and clarity, she breaks down why these aren’t just abstract ideals—they’re the foundation of a high-performing, values-driven company. You’ll learn: - Why “ethos” shapes your entire organizational mindset - How to align core values with actual...

In this episode of More Than Legal, host Danielle Laughlin sits down with Greg Crabtree to explore the foundational math every business owner needs to master. But don’t worry—this isn’t your average finance chat. From chicken farms to boardrooms, Greg’s journey proves that financial clarity isn’t just about spreadsheets—it’s about survival, legacy, and leading smarter. Greg breaks down concepts li...

In this episode, Danielle introduces the L.E.G.A.L. Process. This is her go-to framework for leaders navigating high-stakes decisions. Whether you're facing a major opportunity or a serious risk, this framework helps you assess next steps with clarity and intention. Rooted in Danielle’s years of legal strategy and business advising, this episode blends mindset, method, and mentorship—with a fe...