Best Stadium To Boardroom Podcasts (2025)

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Building OKC Pro Soccer: Court Jeske 38:32

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Simon Evans interviews Court Jeske, a veteran soccer executive whose career spans MLS, USL and founding Nashville SC. They discuss his role leading the OKC Pro Soccer project, plans for a downtown, expandable 10,000–12,000-seat stadium, and the broader mixed-use development. The episode covers community engagement, private partners (including Russe…

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Soccer Business News Review - MLS and Apple, La Liga Miami Dream Over, Women's World Cup 40:44

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Host Simon Evans is joined by Alex Silverman of the Sports Business Journal and Jonathan Tannenwald of the Philadelphia Inquirer to go over this week's main news items impacting the North American soccer industry. LALIGA's Miami plans cancelled Apple TV and the MLS Playoffs - the F1 Factor? 2031 Women’s World Cup - the new Four Nations bid Brian Mc…

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“Power, Purpose & the Queen City: Meeka Owens on Leading with Strength” 39:31

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In this empowering episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins (founder of Everything Cincinnati) sit down with Meeka Owens, Cincinnati City Councilwoman and fierce advocate for equity, empowerment, and community change. Broadcast from the spooky and stylish Highball Cincy (8221 Colerain Ave), transformed for Halloween …

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Megan Oglesby of Carolina Core - Building a New Club from Scratch 1:04:52

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Megan Oglesby of Carolina Core joins the podcast to discuss how she and her team created a new club from scratch in High Point, North Carolina. Megan goes through each stage of the journey from the initial idea, due diligence, early steps, stadium work, creating player pathways and delivering a state-of-the-art training facility that has been earma…

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“Cheers to Change: Chris Seelbach on Cincinnati’s Revival & Resilience” 52:10

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In this episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann, celebrated mixologist and historian, and Abbey Cummins, owner of Everything Cincinnati, sit down with one of the Queen City’s most influential changemakers — Chris Seelbach. As the first openly gay member elected to Cincinnati City Council, Chris made history and helped pave the way fo…

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Sunil Gulati on American soccer past, present and future 43:03

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In this episode we welcome a true architect of American soccer - Sunil Gulati. Sunil is widely regarded as one of the most influential figure in the sport’s growth in the United States, having been involved in the administration of the game since the 1980’s and serving as president of the U.S. Soccer Federation from 2006 to 2018. With over 30 years…

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Slices of Tradition: Mike LaRosa on Cincy’s Culture, Community & Pizza 52:44

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In this flavorful episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins, the passionate owner of Everything Cincinnati, sit down with Mike LaRosa, CEO of LaRosa’s Pizzeria—a beloved Cincinnati institution serving up iconic family-style pizza since 1954. Recorded live at The Vick (located at 334 W 7th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202), th…

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Michael Yormark of Roc Nation Sports 38:45

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Michael Yormark of Roc Nation Sports International, who heads up the companies agency work in the soccer industry, talks to Simon Evans of The Soccer Business about the history of Jay Z's company, their move into soccer and their new plans to enter the domestic American soccer business. Chapters 00:00 Michael Yormach's Journey in Sports Management …

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Brett Johnson - Ipswich Town and Rhode Island FC 41:39

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Brett Johnson isn't just another American investor in English football - he is also building soccer in the USA with his USL club Rhode Island FC and their brand new stadium. Having cut his teeth in Phoenix, a friendship with former Ipswich player Frank Yallop led to his move into English football where he has tasted two promotions and a relegation.…

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River Roots & Queen City Tales: A Sunset Chat by the Banks 58:53

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In this special episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins, owner of Everything Cincinnati, welcome two powerhouse women shaping the cultural heartbeat of the Tri-State: Rachel DeRochers and Susan Fisher. Rachel DeRochers, a renowned Cincinnati entrepreneur and community builder, is best known as the founder of Gratefu…

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Stadium Boom - USL working with over 70 cities on plans - Justin Papadakis 51:05

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USL Deputy CEO and Chief Real Estate Officer Justin Papadakis reveals how the league is in talks with over 70 cities in the USA about building new soccer stadiums and bringing new clubs to communities across the country. Takeaways There's real momentum in the USL. The USL's approach to stadium development is unique. City partnerships are crucial fo…

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Inside La Liga's Plans to Move Barca Game to Miami - Sam Marsden (ESPN) 34:13

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La Liga's attempt top play the first ever European league regular season game in the USA was given a boost this week when the Spanish federation backed their plan. But many hurdles remain before this plan can become reality with Real Madrid and others opposed and UEFA, CONCACAF, US Soccer and FIFA having to approve. We look in detail at Javier Teba…

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Building More Than Stadiums: A Cincy Conversation with Jeff Berding 1:11:33

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In this lively episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins (of Everything Cincinnati) sit down for a candid conversation with Jeff Berding — co-CEO of FC Cincinnati and a key figure in bringing Major League Soccer to the Queen City. Recorded inside the stylish Merchants Club at The Party Source in Newport, Kentucky, thi…

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Rio Ferdinand on his Media plans, Agents, and Soccer's Sharks 29:38

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Rio Ferdinand, the former Manchester United and England defender turned pundit and broadcaster recently left his role with TNT Sport in the UK to focus fully on his own content production and the rest of his business portfolio. Rio talks to Simon Evans about his new plans for his video content business, his role as an agent, the future for American…

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Alligators & Alcoves: Wild Tales from the Heart of Cincy 50:40

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On this episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins (owner of Everything Cincinnati) sit down with the legendary Thane Maynard, Director of the Cincinnati Zoo, for a lively chat at the beautiful Madtree Alcove in downtown Cincinnati. From behind-the-scenes peeks at the zoo’s latest renovations to deep dives into conserv…

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Don Garber's vision for MLS 3.0 - with SBJ's Alex Silverman 51:54

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Simon and Alex Silverman of the Sports Business Journal were in Austin this week for the MLS Board of Governor's meeting and other business events around the All Star Game and they break-down the main takeaways in this pod. Find out about how MLS's relationship with Apple is 'evolving' - the calendar realignment progress, the looming CBA talks, com…

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Liga MX club Monterrey's U.S strategy - with Xavier Sanchez 37:49

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Xavier Sanchez, the Commercial Director of Liga MX club Monterrey, joins the podcast to discuss his club's strategy in the U.S. market. Discover how Monterrey has thousands of fans in the USA including some who have little connection to Mexico but have developed a deep passion for the Rayados. Learn how the club connects with these fans throughout …

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Serving Up Cincinnati: Bob Moran on Tennis, Business, and the Queen City 46:26

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In this episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins (owner of Everything Cincinnati) sit down with Bob Moran, a leader in sports and event management and the driving force behind the world-renowned Western & Southern Open. Recorded at the elegant Prime in downtown Cincinnati, the trio dives into the exciting renovations…

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Why Authenticity Matters - Olek Loewenstein of TelevisaUnivision 38:51

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This week's guest is Olek Loewenstein is President of Global Sports at TelevisaUnivision, the world's leading Spanish-language media company. In our conversation, Olek talks about how his company approach soccer coverage and content for the Hispanic market; the changing habits of the viewer; the modern fan's loyalties and where non-Hispanic brands …

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“From Bar Napkin to Boardroom: Jackie Reau’s Game Day Playbook” 55:09

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In this episode of Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins (owner of Everything Cincinnati) sit down with Cincinnati powerhouse Jackie Reau — CEO and co-founder of Game Day Communications. Recorded at The Vault in Mount Lookout, this candid conversation dives into Jackie’s incredible journey of turning an idea scribbled on a b…

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News Focus - FIFA Club World Cup - lessons from the opening week 31:27

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In our first Soccer Business 'News Focus' episode Jonathan Tannenwald, soccer correspondent with the Philadelphia Inquirer, joins Simon to discuss the opening week of the Club World Cup from a business point of view. We look at attendances, ticket-prices, marketing and the cultural impact of the tournament.…

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Multi Club Ownership - The Pros and Cons - with Brian Anderson 38:47

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Multi Club Ownership (MCO) is in the news because of the situation involving Crystal Palace and Lyon who are both owned by American John Textor. UEFA is currently evaluating how to proceed given that both clubs qualified for the Europa League for next season and regulations forbid two teams with the same owner from playing in the same competition. …

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Inside Soccer Streaming - Apple's MLS deal, ESPN, Paramount+ 52:13

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Leading expert on streaming Dan Rayburn brings his sharp analysis to dissect the MLS deal with Apple - is it working and will it last the full 10 years? In this wide-ranging, deep dive we also look at soccer on ESPN+, Paramount+ and ask whether the fans of the game are being well served and what the future may be for soccer streaming in the USA?…

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Paint, Passion & Queen City Pride: A Colorful Conversation with Pam Kravetz 1:03:17

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Summary: In this vibrant episode of Cincy 5 O’Clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins take the mic live from Vineology in Mount Lookout, Cincinnati. They’re joined by the ever-energetic artist and community icon Pam Kravetz for a lively conversation celebrating the heart and soul of the Queen City. From bold murals to bold moves in busi…

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Can MLS truly become a top global league? Norm O'Reilly 42:01

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MLS is 30 years old - how did it go from an idea after the 1994 World Cup to become the 30-team league it is today? Norm O'Reilly, co-author of a new book 'The Rise of Major League Soccer - Building a Global Giant' joins Simon to examine the growth of the league through difficult early years to the recent boom in valuations and the arrival of Lione…

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"Scoops, Stories & Cincy Spirit: A Sweet Chat with Graeter’s Shannon Sherrard" 50:32

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This week on Cincy 5 o’clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins (of Everything Cincinnati) sit down at the Samuel Adams Taproom in OTR with Shannon Sherrard, VP of Sales at the iconic Graeter’s Ice Cream Company. With scoops in hand and stories to share, they dive into the legacy of Graeter’s—handcrafting ice cream since 1870—and explore…

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James Johnson - new CEO of Canadian Soccer Business 14:19

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Canadian Soccer Business, which handles the commercial rights for the Canadian men and women's teams, along with the Canadian Premier League and runs the One Soccer broadcast platform have appointed James Johnson, the CEO of Football Australia, as their new chief executive. Fresh of the announcement of his appointment, James talked to Simon Evans a…

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Former NBA exec Dave Checketts on his move into soccer 35:59

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Dave Checketts is a sports business titan. He has served in C-suite roles or been an owner of the Utah Jazz, New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Liberty, Madison Square Garden (MSG), Legends Hospitality and the St. Louis Blues. Checketts founded MLS's Real Salt Lake. He has extensive experience in private equity sports investment and is a d…

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US investors in European soccer - with Jordan Gardner 40:36

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Jordan Gardner, an expert on US investment in English and European soccer - who has hands on experience in such deals and in clubs bought by Americans, dives into the main issues and trends around the continuing growth of US ownership of clubs.By The Soccer Business

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Stirring the Arts: Alecia Kintner on Culture, Community & Cocktails 49:57

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Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins host Alecia Kintner, CEO of ArtsWave, on Cincy 5 O’Clock Tales at The Park bar. They discuss Cincinnati’s vibrant arts scene, the $12.5M raised by ArtsWave in 2024, and how the arts shape the community—all while enjoying great food and drinks from The Park as well as Good Eats Thanks to our sponsors- Cincinnati MINI…

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The future of American Soccer Stadiums 44:09

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Soccer specific stadiums are sprouting up all across the country and leading stadium design expert Chris DeVolder is our guest as we explore the past, present and future of the American soccer venue.By The Soccer Business

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Boss Moves & Bourbon: Rachel DeRochers on Gratitude, Grit, and Growing Local 53:46

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Tour & Passion Partner: 🚗 Cincinnati MINI – Passion for the Drive Huge thanks to Cincinnati MINI—our official podcast partner and getaway car! Whether we're chasing stories or exploring the Queen City, we’re doing it in style with the MINI Cooper. 💬 “Passion for the Drive.” So… what drives yourpassion? 🔗 Website: www.cincinnatimini.com 📍 Address: 6…

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Promotion and Relegation in the USA? USL President Paul McDonough 36:04

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USL President Paul McDonough talks about the league's ambitious plans for a new top-tier league and to introduce promotion and relegation for the first time in the US club soccer system. Paul reveals interest from foreign investments and discusses the challenges and choices facing the league as it seeks to expand.…

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Cincy 5 o'clock Tales: Scales & Mullet's Hilarious Journey to Internet Stardom 1:10:27

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In this episode of Cincy 5 o'clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins sit down with the internet’s favorite comedic duo, Scales and Mullet. Known for their viral TikToks, funny takes on local news, and no-holds-barred reviews of Cincinnati’s best restaurants, they share their journey to becoming social media sensations. From navigating t…

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A New Team, A New League - pro soccer launched in Cleveland 35:21

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Breaking news on The Soccer Business Podcast - Cleveland is launching a new professional women's and men's teams and Gina Prodan Kelly CMO of Cleveland Soccer Group outlines all the plans on the show. In yet more news - the women's team will play in a brand new new division two women's league - WPSL Pro. Gina explains the journey to finally bring C…

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Scouse Passion and California Dreaming - ex-Liverpool CEO Peter Moore 37:56

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Former Liverpool and EA Sports CEO Peter Moore is the founder/owner of Santa Barbara Sky in California, which will join the USL Championship next season. Peter reflects on his journey in the game and explains his plans for creating the new club and the philosophy behind it. Dive into the lessons he learnt from his time working with the Fenway Sport…

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THE PITCH: What Is Soccer's Brand? Shawn Francis and Brian Quarles 32:56

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In the first episode of our series THE PITCH, Simon Evans and Paul Woodhouse of The Soccer Business are joined by two guests with extensive experience of working in the area of brands and soccer: Shawn Francis, an executive creative director who has worked on soccer projects with the likes of Nike and EA Sports and Brian Quarles, Chief Creative Off…

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Alexi Lalas on American Soccer 42:55

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Alexi Lalas joins Simon Evans to discuss a range of issues surrounding American soccer as we approach one year out from the World Cup. MLS, USL, Pro/Rel, 'Pay to Play' and much, much more is examined in this in-depth interview.By The Soccer Business

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Start-up Soccer with Michael Hitchcock 47:35

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Former MLS executive Michael Hitchcock is a serial soccer start-up expert having invested in and launched 20 clubs across the United States and beyond. He talks about community focus, marketing, ticketing and how to build a new club from the ground up. 00:00 The Journey Begins: Michael Hitchcock's Soccer Career03:02 Building the Game: Early Days in…

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Introduction to The Soccer Business 2:53

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Brief introduction to The Soccer Business Podcast from host Simon Evans.By The Soccer Business

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Virality & Vision: Cincy’s Tastemakers Meet TikTok’s Savage Mom 45:42

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In this episode of Cincy 5 O'Clock Tales, Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins sit down with Heather, also known as "Savage Mom" on TikTok, where she has captivated nearly 6 million followers. Together, they share their stories of building successful brands, dive into the world of Cincinnati’s vibrant restaurant and business scene, and discuss the chal…

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S1E21 Cincy 5 O'Clock Tales: Sipping Success & Stories with Ivy Bayer 41:26

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In this episode of Cincy 5 O'Clock Tales, hosts Molly Wellmann, the queen of Cincinnati’s cocktail scene, and Abbey Cummins, owner of Everything Cincinnati, sit down with Ivy Bayer, the head publicist for Cincinnati Magazine. Together, they dive into the world of restaurants and bars, sharing insider stories and personal journeys to success. From b…

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Cincy 5 O’Clock Tales: Sips with Yvette Simpson 37:57

1y ago37:57

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Join hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins in this exciting episode of Cincy 5 O’Clock Tales as they sit down with the remarkable Yvette Simpson, former Cincinnati City Council member and an influential voice in both law and real estate. With accolades that include being named a YWCA Career Woman of Achievement and a Top 100 Influencer, Yvette sha…

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Cincy 5 o’clock Tales: Visionaries of the Queen City 48:30

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Join hosts Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins on "Cincy 5 o’clock Tales" as they explore the heartbeat of Cincinnati’s entrepreneurial spirit. In this episode, they sit down with Josh Heuser, the mastermind behind the breathtaking Blink Cincinnati festival and the vibrant Ghost Baby bar. Dive into an inspiring conversation about the future of Cincinn…

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Cincinnati's Cultural Renaissance: Elizabeth Pierce's Vision for the Museum Center 51:48

1y ago51:48

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Join Molly Wellman and Abbey Cummins on this week's episode of 5'oClocktails as they sit down with Elizabeth Pierce, the dynamic leader of the Cincinnati Museum Center. Discover how Elizabeth is steering the museum's growth, enhancing its role in the community, and unveiling exciting new exhibits and experiences. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes loo…

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Behind the Sidelines: A Candid Chat with Sarah Taylor 45:45

1y ago45:45

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On this episode of Cincy Five O’Clock Tales, hosts Abbey Cummins and Molly Wellmann sit down with Sarah Taylor, the dynamic wife of the Cincinnati Bengals' head coach. Sarah offers an unfiltered look into the highs and lows of life as an NFL coach’s spouse, sharing personal stories and revealing the unique challenges she faces. But it’s not all foo…

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S1E16 Soaring High with the Cincinnati International Airport with Candace McGraw 45:46

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In this episode of Cincy Five O’Clock Tales, hosts Abbey and Molly Wellmann are joined by a truly high-flying guest— Candace McGraw, the current President and CEO of the Cincinnati International Airport. Tune in as Candace shares the exciting developments taking place at one of the region’s most vital hubs. From groundbreaking expansions to innovat…

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S1E15: Music Festivals, Entertainment, and Local Hospitality with Tyler Wogenstahl 44:18

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Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins sit down with Tyler Wogenstahl, the innovative owner of Further Concepts and Investors. Join us as Tyler shares his journey of entrepreneurship in Cincinnati's vibrant hospitality and entertainment industry.In this episode, they discusses his pivotal role in transforming downtown Cincinnati's hospitality landscape, …

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S1E14: Networking, Neighborhoods, and New Developments with Josh Rothstein 53:30

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Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins sit down with commercial real estate expert Josh Rothstein to discuss his career helping businesses grow in Cincinnati through property listings and development deals. They explore Josh's passion for connecting people and plugging the right tenants into available spaces, as well as his role in transforming neighborh…

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S1E13: Creativity and Community: A Conversation with Cincinnati Artists Drew and Lea Lachey 46:57

1+ y ago46:57

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Molly Wellmann and Abbey Cummins sit down with Cincinnati artists Drew and Lea Lachey to discuss their careers in the arts, their long-term relationship, and their award-winning musical "Label-less." Drew and Lea share how they've nurtured young artists in Cincinnati through their nonprofit Lachey Arts and how "Label-less" was inspired by real stor…