Mind Yo' Business S6:E10 - The Business of Basketball, Finding Yourself Without It, and Coming Back
Release Date: 10/31/2023
MIND YO' LIFE - “From Glasses to Glasses: Tralinda Nelson’s Journey of Vision and Vino”
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In this flavorful episode of Mind Yo’ Life, Andrew uncorks a lively conversation with the ever-charming Tralinda Nelson, Executive Wine Consultant for PRP Wine International and lifelong connoisseur of connection. Recorded in front of a live audience at Morgenstern’s Bookstore in Bloomington, this special episode features something extra delicious—a live wine tasting led by Tralinda herself. From bold reds to crisp whites, she guides the crowd (and Andrew) through the stories behind each bottle with warmth, humor, and expertise. Before becoming a wine whisperer, Tralinda spent over 25...
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Mind Yo' Business S8:E6 - The Business of Managing a Curtain Call or a Courtroom: How Robert Mack Took the Stand for Himself
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In this episode of Mind Yo’ Business, recorded inside the Ruoff Mortgage Podcast Studio in partnership with Karan Rastall (NMLS#763395), Andrew sits down with Robert Mack, a State Prosecutor whose journey to the courtroom started in an unexpected place: the stage. Robert shares how his early love of theater and a difficult academic detour—including failing out of Indiana University—led to a major turning point in his life. Determined to rewrite his story, he went on to complete his undergraduate degree, successfully passed the law school admission requirements, and was accepted into...
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Mind Yo' Business S8:E5: The Business of Stickers, Sewers, and Side Hustles
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This episode of Mind Yo' Business, we shine a spotlight on Brittney Fender—mom of four, local business leader, side-hustle queen, and the force behind Roto-Rooter in Bloomington, Indiana. Brittney’s journey didn’t follow the traditional college-to-career script. Instead, she built her resume the hands-on way—starting in the workforce straight out of high school, including time spent managing a bank vault before eventually stepping into the world of plumbing and water damage response. Today, she leads with a grounded, no-BS work ethic, honed through years of real-world experience and a...
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MIND YO' LIFE - The Rhythm of Reinvention: Steve Versaw’s Journey from Stage to Spotlight
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In this episode of Mind Yo' Life, we welcome Steve Versaw—musician, songwriter, venue manager, and the current Executive Director of Bloomington’s iconic Buskirk-Chumley Theater. Before taking the reins at BCT, Steve was keeping time and writing tunes with the beloved indie-rock band The M’s. Known for their warm, gritty sound and infectious energy, The M’s became a staple of the Chicago music scene in the early 2000s. Steve co-wrote and performed on fan favorites like “Plan of the Man” and “Shawnee Dupree,” tracks that still hold up as alt-rock gems. Raised in Kalamazoo,...
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MIND YO' LIFE - Bloomington to Bordeaux: The Adventures of Chef Daniel Orr
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Mind Yo' Life is back with another vibrant episode recorded inside the cozy, book-filled charm of Morgenstern's Bookstore in Bloomington, Indiana. This time, Andrew sits down with the beloved local culinary legend Chef Daniel Orr, owner of FARMbloomington, for a delicious deep dive into his life in food. From growing up in Indiana to sharpening his knives in European kitchens, Chef Orr shares the inspirations, travels, and techniques that have shaped his farm-to-table philosophy. You'll hear stories of international adventures, kitchen lessons that can’t be taught in a classroom,...
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Mind Yo' Business S8:E4 - The Business of Creative Confidence and Being Seen
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Recorded in the Ruoff Mortgage Podcast Studio with Karan Rastall (NMLS#763395), this episode of Mind Yo’ Business welcomes the multifaceted Liz Paveza—a local artist, photographer, and model whose work and story are as bold as they are inspiring. Host Andrew Lambert talks with Liz about growing up in and around Chicago, how that gritty, artistic environment shaped her worldview, and what ultimately drew her to pursue a full-time career in the creative arts. From behind the camera to in front of it, Liz shares what it means to embrace vulnerability, build confidence, and use her...
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MIND YO' LIFE - The Life of Managing Athletics, Music, and Community Engagement
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In this premiere episode of Mind Yo' Life, we sit down with the multifaceted Jenn Cristy—a former Indiana University swimming champion turned dynamic musician, and now a powerhouse in the world of business and community. Jenn’s athletic prowess earned her five Big Ten titles, including three in the 50-yard freestyle, and a spot in the IU Athletics Hall of Fame. She later transitioned into music, touring as a backing vocalist and instrumentalist with John Mellencamp and eventually dazzling audiences with her electrifying Tina Turner tribute, Simply the Best. But Jenn’s story...
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Mind Yo' Business S8:E3 - The Business of World Travel, Self Exploration, and Creating Memories for Others
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The Ruoff Mortgage Podcast Studio was excited to have Brenda Revere join us for the March recording. Brenda has lived and breathed business through multiple years of working in sales all leading to running her own travel agency and shared much wisdom with us. Starting out in Ohio and even spending some time in Texas, Brenda learned the importance of self-confidence and challenged herself to become an extrovert in order to make friends. These skills have translated to decades of creating happy memories for many clients even as she takes on the changes that have occurred...
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Mind Yo' Business S8:E2 - The Business of Protecting Family, Wealth, and Long-Term Security In An Ever Changing Environment
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The Ruoff Mortgage Podcast Studio was so grateful to have the incredibly hardworking and very talented Lance Like join us for an important discussion regarding the world of wills, trust, family responsibility, and even legal protection of assets. Lance shares what it was like to live in a small town, where farming was the ideal profession and how that changed over time to lead him into law school. Lance shares the how and why he got into this side of family law after realizing that hundreds of millions of dollars get acquired by the States annually because families refuse to...
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MYB Season 8 EP1: The Business of Competition, Self Care, and Staying Active in Life
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The Ruoff Mortgage Studio was energized when the first guest of the season joined us. Bridget Hayes, a terrific trainer from Orange Theory Fitness, brought her positive attitude and inspirational thinking to the interview. Whether discussing her time playing in youth sports herself to now being the Mom of two student athletes, Bridget shared what it truly takes to find success in both sports and the world of fitness. Talking about the journey where learning and teaching yoga led her to continue into personal fitness training showcases just how hard it is to...
info_outlineFor our October episode of Mind Yo’ Business, we welcomed Collin Hartman into the studio. Not only is he an Indiana University Alumni, graduating with a degree in Business Management, but he was on the IU Men’s Basketball team as the small forward from 2013-2018. We couldn’t get Coach Woodson into the studio, so we got the next best thing!
Born into a farm family in Nebraska, Collin shares how they made their way over to the south side of Indy and eventually to the Fishers area. In one of our craziest stories, he tells us how he was recruited to Purdue University and Indiana University to play college basketball on a full ride in EIGHTH GRADE!
Collin tells us about some of the struggles he faced while playing as an IU Hoosier, including a major knee surgery that had fans requesting he transfer. He shares how he overcame that and ended his time at IU on a very high, high note!
The episode takes a more serious tone as Collin shares about his journey after college and after leaving the basketball court. He shares about the struggle of finding an identity after leaving the basketball world, having played basketball since he was a kid.
Collin tells us about the different financial companies he worked for and transitions into what he does currently.
Collin currently works for Hoosier Connect as the Vice President of Partnerships.
Hoosier Connect is the organization that works with student-athletes to navigate NIL and helps them make money from their name and image as a college athlete.
He shares with us how he got into that career and the impact he is able to make in his position. Collin even tells us how he feels as a former athlete who was not able to take advantage of his “celebrity”.
Chuck Crabb makes his way into this episode, baby Hartman number two gets an honorable mention, and we end the episode with Collin rubbing in our faces that he only has LinkedIn as his sole social media account (honestly, quite the accomplishment!)
This is an episode for sports lovers, student advocates, and business-minded individuals alike.
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