Off The Cuff by HindLight Media

Episode 034: Food Network Champion by Yeti

We're chatting from the lovely events space Grace Events in Rome, Georgia, as I welcome Megan O'Hara to the show! She and her teammate, Kate White, were the winners of Food Network's Holiday Baking Championship a few years ago. Megan was delightful to talk to, and her love of what she does is beyond evident! She shares behind-the-scenes details, the science behind her passion, and the excitement of being on national TV. Whether you're a baking fan or just curious about the TV baking world, this episode is a treat!
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Links from the episode:
Food Network episode
Collective Hospitality Instagram
Collective Hospitality Facebook
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In the Moment Series #003

As promised, here is the bonus episode from yesterday's release!
The In The Moment series allows us to stray from our traditional format to bring you an intimate conversation that captures the essence of spontaneity. Sometimes, the most incredible discussions occur in brief moments that don't quite fill the duration of a full episode. But why should that stop us from sharing these captivating moments?
This is a collection of episodes where we embrace the beauty of unfiltered conversation. Much like our main show, the conversations in this series are completely off the cuff but offer a much more raw take on events happening almost in real-time.
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Episode 033: A Green Thumb for Lending

I'm joined by my new friend Sonya Blankenship—a true veteran in the world of home loans—which we talk a ton about. Though, what I found most interesting about one of my first conversations with her was her love of gardening, hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors! And appropriately enough—the great outdoors is where we are recording for this episode. We met at Sonya's lovely country home surrounded by greenery and a beautiful and oh-so-cozy back patio that made me feel right at home. And if that wasn't exciting enough—we hop on her motorized mule for a quick drive around the property and discuss how her love of people and spirituality propel her forward each and every day.
As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hindlightmedia.com.
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Links from the episode:
Sonya's YouTube channel: @homeloananswers
Sonya's recommendation: Traeger Grills
Austin's recommendation: Home surround sound system
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Episode 032: A Class Act (from Stage to Screen)

Today's guest is Sean Frazier, a seasoned actor with a rich career spanning stage, film, and television. We're enjoying a beautiful spring day outdoors, and at one point, we walk past the very theater where he and his wife shared their first kiss. Sean is a delightful person, and our conversation is both engaging and insightful. With a wealth of experience and unforgettable stories, he shares his thoughts on the evolution of technology and AI in cinema, direct encounters with A-list celebrities, and much more.
As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hindlightmedia.com.
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Links from the episode:
Sean's website: https://www.cseanfrazier.com
Sean's IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm15748661/
Austin's recommendation: The CultCast (Apple/tech podcast)
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Episode 031: On the Pulse of Motivation

The heart of my guest today is even bigger than his biceps, and that's saying something! Kipp Buford—fitness coach with Orangetheory Fitness in Rome, Georgia—was gracious enough to lend me an hour of his time to come on the show and chat me up all things motivation, overcoming self-doubt, and ways to be the best version of you possible!
As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hindlightmedia.com.
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Links from the episode:
Kipp's recommendation: Your Time to Thrive
Michaela's recommendation: Orange Theory Fitness
Michaela's Instagram account: @michaelagraceart
Austin's recommendation: Monopoly Game for Mobile
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Episode 030: Real Estate, Interior Design, Taekwondo, Oh My!

I'm excited to have another one of my BNI teammates Colt Kelley and his wife Stephanie Gargiulo on the show! As mentioned previously, I'm really pushing for more group conversations, and this was a jam-packed one no doubt! To be 100% honest with you, it's hard to put this conversation into words. What began as a simple walk, turned out to be a conversation that was far from simple. These two are a vibrant couple with many interests, passions, and dreams. I find myself honored to be considered a friend!
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Links from the episode:
Austin's recommendation: how to use iPhone as a webcam
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Episode 029: Cardiology Audiology

I'm joined today by Dr. Himanshu Patel, a cardiologist with Advent Health Redmond in Rome, Georgia! This is a conversation I've been excited about for some time, and—much to my delight—the discussion takes many unplanned and exciting turns along the way! We talk about healthy grocery tips, the medical technology of today and on the horizon, the path and struggles of becoming a doctor, and much much more.
As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hindlightmedia.com.
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Links from the episode:
Austin's film on transplantation
Austin's recommendation: Bounce (luggage storage app)
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Episode 028: Clubbing Up Fore Bitcoin

I'm joined on a chilly Spring day by one of my newest friends Chris Wilson. We face the nippy winds outside of our local Starbucks—or as I like to say—the HindLight Media corporate office! Chris is quite a multifaceted individual which becomes apparent quickly in the conversation. We talk about his company and what he does on a daily basis—as well as his world-traveling past career as a pro-amateur golfer. However, the bulk of the conversation definitely falls under the Bitcoin umbrella—which was the main culprit of making it difficult to stay within our hour limit.
As always, thanks for joining us! If you'd like to contact us, you can email us at contact@hindlightmedia.com.
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Links from the episode:
Chris' recommendations: The Bitcoin Standard + Broken Money
Austin's recommendation: handheld vacuum cleaner
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Episode 027: Big Apple Financial

Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Ande Frazier, Amazon Best-selling author of "Fin(anci)ally Free," to the podcast! Join us as we explore insightful discussions on financial literacy and preparing ourselves and our children for a secure financial future. We delve into Ande's experiences as a public speaker, spreading her expertise nationwide. Of course, we also dive into the fascinating journey of publishing her book! Additionally, with 25 years spent in Long Island, New York, her experiences there become a recurring theme worth revisiting in a follow-up episode...so stay tuned!
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Links from the episode:
Ande's book
Austin's recommendation: BNI
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Episode 026: Two Film Nerds A Nerding

Welcome to the season two kickoff of Off The Cuff! In this episode, I bring on fellow video pro, Damon Self, as we stroll through the very school he recently graduated from. Join us in a raw and unscripted conversation about our journeys into the visual arts and our unwavering passion for our craft, community, and entrepreneurialism. Tune in and walk with us through the halls of inspiration!
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Links from the episode:
You’re Killing Me film
Austin's recommendation: Visible cell phone service
Austin’s visible referral link: https://www.visible.com/get/?3P8F6QJ
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