Rounding The Bases With Joel Goldberg

We’ve had all types of leaders on this podcast. And athletes. And ministers and pastors.There have been numerous PHDs. But today’s guest can fall under all of those categories, not to mention someone who has taken a punch from the likes of George Foreman and Mike Tyson. He’s a leader, an athlete, a minister, a legend in the game of baseball. Let’s sum it up this way and call him Reverend Doctor Crew Chief. Ted Barrett’s big league umpiring crew spanned from 1994-2022. He worked 33 playoff series, is the only ump in history to work the plate for two perfect game and be on the field for three.

In honor of Independence Day, we welcome a distinguished leader who brings more than 35 years of military accomplishment. With trust in training and a focus on results, he found the way forward in rank and decorum. It didn’t just earn him two stars for excellence, but a reputation as one of the most adaptive officers in modern military history. Major General Christopher Hughes is in the guest seat today, an award-winning author, executive coach and President/CEO of Northwest Consulting. With expertise ranging from emotional intelligence to innovation, his legacy lives on as he continues to serve, being all he can be, always for others. Website: https://www.the-way-forward.com/ | https://rooseveltdc.com/our-team/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091329607233

It's time for our "best of episode" to round out the month of June. Most successful professional athletes grew up dreaming of playing sports at the highest level. In the case of Lorenzo Cain, he never even played baseball until his sophomore year of high school. The outfielder went on to win a World Series with the Kansas City Royals while earning MVP honors in the 2014 American League Championship. The recently retired outfielder Rounded the Bases with Joel for a trip down memory lane.Please Visit our YouTube page for more: https://youtu.be/PaDQldIEF4Q

On this episode, we hear from an award-winning power couple who are more than trainers…they’re transformers. Since pioneering the world of online personal fitness, this dynamic duo has flexed, smiled and built their bodies into bona fide brands. Micah Lacerte and Diana Chaloux are the co-founding owners of Hitch Fit Gyms and Rockbody Retreat, where big goals yield even bigger results. By modeling what it means to believe in yourself, they have earned accolades - and magazine covers - that at times seemed impossible. But despite it all, their most notable success has been in the thousands around the world they have helped gain strength…in mind, body and spirit. For Extra Innings with Micah and Diana visit: https://youtu.be/swevfgATRfEWebsite: https://hitchfit.com/ | https://www.rockbodyretreat.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianachaloux/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/micahlacerte/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/micahlacerte?lang=en | https://twitter.com/dianachaloux?lang=en Facebook: https:/

On this episode, a three-peat World Champion golfer who won his titles without ever seeing the ball joins Joel Goldberg. Jeremy Poincenot, is a memorable speaker whose inspiring story will open your eyes to the power of teamwork. By focusing on his own purpose, he learned that independence is good, but INTERdependence is great. And that no matter the challenge, together, success is limitless.For Extra Innings with Jeremy Poincenot: https://youtu.be/RtmmOLSMaukWebsite: https://www.jeremypoincenot.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremypoincenot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JeremyPoincenot Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeremyPoincenot/

Joel Goldberg is joined by a 2nd-gen football legend who followed his calling from the gridiron to the greater good. Roman Gabriel III is the founder of the Sold Out Youth Foundation and host of The Roman Gabriel Show. As a media broadcaster, he tells powerful stories of high-impact difference makers who aren’t just great at their jobs, they’re great at life. But as a speaker, he IS the difference maker…educating, encouraging and challenging the leaders of tomorrow against the backdrop of sports. Website: https://soldouttv.com/ | https://romangabrielshow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romangabriel3/?hl=en | Twitter: https://twitter.com/RomanGabriel3rd | https://twitter.com/soldout41 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/originalrg3/

We’re bringing you the ultimate glow-up on today’s episode of Rounding the Bases, which features the story of one Kansas City businessman who bootstrapped his way from a basement business to a multinational enterprise…all in the name of spreading light and good health. I’m joined by Aaron Zack, CEO of the innovative sauna company, Sunlighten. Its globally recognized portfolio of restorative infrared products has empowered millions to live their best lives. And put wellness within reach…for everyone. For Extra Innings with Aaron Zack: https://youtu.be/5-sDGSpmc1YWebsite: https://www.sunlighten.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunlightensaunas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sunlighten?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunlightenSaunas/

Confidence is a power that brings great responsibility…to uplift, to inspire and to share in the enthusiastic spirit of competition. Today’s guest is a queen of just that, and will stop at nothing to help strong, powerful athletes shine. Karah Jones is the co-founder and CEO of Angel Competition Bikinis, a bespoke line of performance bikinis for elite female bodybuilders, designed to amplify the confidence of their unrivaled physiques. Her precision designs are heavy on sparkle that makes every competitor look - and feel - like a star, but her overarching passion for positivity and self-love shines brightest of all.For Extra Innings with Karah Jones: https://youtu.be/3y9hR2VbX0gWebsite: https://angelcompetitionbikinis.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karahacb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarahBeeves/

If five minutes stood between you and everything you ever wanted…what would you do with it? Today’s guest seized his opportunity to accelerate past fear and into the winners circle, claiming unapologetic victory over everything that had once held him back. Joel shines the spotlight on Tyler Williams. He’s a country music singing race car driver whose fiery determination used fear as fuel to achieve breakthrough performance. He took a risk to overcome failure, and claimed ownership of his story while rediscovering his voice. And now, with speed, sound, and story he empowers others to do the same by showing them just how powerful they really are.For Extra Innings with Tyler Williams: https://youtu.be/HwwoKK1z51IWebsite: https://www.tylerwilliamslive.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twilliamslive/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/twilliamslive?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tylerwilliamslive/

Most successful professional athletes grew up dreaming of playing sports at the highest level. In the case of Lorenzo Cain, he never even played baseball until his sophomore year of high school. The outfielder went on to win a World Series with the Kansas City Royals while earning MVP honors in the 2014 American League Championship. The recently retired outfielder Rounded the Bases with Joel for a trip down memory lane.

Joel Goldberg is joined by one of the most provocative thought leaders of our generation. As a journalist by trade, evidence of his world-class storytelling can be found everywhere from in front of a camera to holding a mic. But most notably, in black and white font. Don Yaeger is the celebrated Sports Illustrated writer, award-winning speaker and President of Greatness Inc. Thirty years discussing success with America’s most distinguished sports legends will teach you a lot about real winning, and now, he shares his all-access point of view with others, to help them in their own pursuit of greatness. Website: https://donyaeger.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donyaeger/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/DonYaeger Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donyaeger/

Happy Memorial Day to all of our listeners! We are wrapping up another month with amazing guests, which means it's time for our "best of" series. Jy Maze is an industry expert who realized her lifelong ambition in three little words: You’re the boss. At times the strategic details were ambiguous, but the endgame was always the same: to succeed in the male-dominated world of logistics. She is the President and CEO of Maze Freight Solutions, a 3PL firm that’s as intentional about excellence as it is about creating opportunities. In just years, a phenomenal ascent took her from small business owner to award-winning mainstay in the global supply chain. She’s proven she can get your shipment anywhere, but the only direction she is headed…is up. Website: https://mazefreightsolutions.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jyjuan_n_chrg/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/jy_maze

It turns out there IS a formula to excellence, and it begins with a growth mindset. During this episode, Dr. Brian Davidson joins Joel Goldberg to discuss optimizing the global talent pool. Dr. Brian Davidson is the Founder and President of MindVue, a mental performance company that uses science to maximize success. And to ignite the greatness that every person, team and organization is capable of from within. This is our extra innings with Dr. Brian Davidson.For Extra Innings with Dr. Brian Davidson: https://youtu.be/0i2sjd9UZpgWebsite: https://www.mindvue.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourmindvue/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/OurMindVue Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OurMindVue/

Joining Joel Goldberg is Mary Essleman, the brilliant President and CEO of Operation Breakthrough. It’s Kansas City’s premiere environment for children in poverty to learn, grow and maximize their potential from cradle to career. With nearly four decades of experience in urban education, Mary Esselman has mastered the art of whole-child enrichment. And through disruptive innovation, has instilled in the leaders of tomorrow that impossible is nothing. But empowerment…is everything. Website: https://operationbreakthrough.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryesselman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mary_esselman?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OperationBreakthrough

A big-picture innovator with a reputation for shattering expectations joins joins Joel Goldberg on this episode of Rounding The Bases. After a successful career in higher education, she shifted her focus to regional workforce development. Erin Christensen is the Chief Operating Officer of the KC Tech Council, and an extraordinary connector who does more than cultivate talent. She creates solutions that attract AND retain, facilitating Kansas City's emergence as THE global tech hub of tomorrow, and becoming a mainstay in her own right.For Extra Innings with Erin: https://youtu.be/KLUfVG0TVqAWebsite: https://www.kctechcouncil.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kctechcouncil/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KCTechCouncil Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KCTechCouncil/

On this episode of Rounding The Bases, Joel sits down with an executive results accelorator. He has a revolutionary approach to leadership that will energize you to connect with solutions, and redefine what you thought you knew about problem solving. Ed O’Malley is the President and CEO of the Kansas Health Foundation and co-author of the bestselling new classic, When Everyone Leads. It’s an innovative perspective on the challenges of the business world. And affirmation that anyone can - and everyone should - play a role in the pursuit of success…whatever their title may be. For Extra Innings with Ed O'Malley: https://youtu.be/zGU7twTk17EWebsite: https://kansashealth.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/eomalley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eomalleyjr

Joel Goldberg sits down with Dr. Shane Schaffer, co-founder and CEO of Cingulate Therapeutics, the biopharma company on a mission to become the next-gen pharma powerhouse…right from Kansas City. It may be the 25-year industry vets biggest project yet, but thanks to a breakthrough drug delivery platform, is an accomplishment that also seems inevitable. New products mean new standards, and they’re being set higher than ever, putting life-changing relief on the horizon for millions who suffer from ADHD and anxiety, while optimizing results.For Extra Innings visit: https://youtu.be/hG4w_htUl5kWebsite: https://www.cingulate.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/shanejschaf | https://twitter.com/CingulateInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CingulateTherapeutics/

Mary Messner is an empowered woman who has built a career around empowering other women. By celebrating women's unique abilities, she gives voice to the power of each authentic self, and helps break through glass ceilings to bump their heads on the clouds. Mary is a professional speaker and champion for female advancement in every facet of life. With a passion that knows no bounds, she tirelessly challenges the status quo, reminding girls of all ages that they already have the power. They just need the confidence to use it.For Extra Innings with Mary: https://youtu.be/0f1qoc5mRm4Website: https://www.marymessner.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mary.segebrechtmessner

Today’s guest is an industry expert who realized her lifelong ambition in three words: you’re the boss. At times, the strategic details were ambiguous, but the endgame was always the same: to succeed in a male-dominated world of logistics. Her name is Jy Maze, the President and CEO of Maze Freight Solutions, a 3PL firm that’s as intentional about excellence as it is about creating opportunities. A phenomenal ascent took her from small business owner to award-winning mainstay in the global supply chain. She’s proven she can get your shipment anywhere, but the only direction she is headed…is up. For Extra Innings with Jy Maze: https://youtu.be/gVZvTtTcZqUWebsite: https://mazefreightsolutions.com/ Foundation Website: https://mazefoundation.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jyjuan_n_chrg/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/jy_maze

John Kollhoff has a background that’s about as complex as a great cup of coffee. Notes of entrepreneurship blend with people-focused connection for success that runs from KC to Colorado. Kolhoff is a pharmacist turned public servant whose 7Brew Coffee is more than your energizing morning staple. It’s a bold new approach that compounds routine with a double shot of happiness to change your day, and maybe even an industry.For Extra Innings with John Kollhoff please visit: https://youtu.be/Db_VXT8H4IsWebsite: https://7brew.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/rxjohnk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kollhoff/