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Adeptus On Air

Adeptus Partners

Welcome to Adeptus On-Air, the show where we pull back the curtain on the strategies industry leaders leverage for their business and personal success. Each week, we do a top-down analysis of industries Adeptus has been on the cutting edge of for the last 30 years, including sports, business, and entertainment. Join us for real conversations with industry executives, entertainers, athletes, celebrity brands, and community stakeholders. We will be navigating the challenges facing various types of

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32:39

Preserving a Musical Legacy with Jason Brown |...

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2026/03/26

Today on Adeptus On-Air host Mike Hoffman chats with Jason Brown, an American born international DJ, producer, entrepreneur, and the grandson of James Brown. Jason shares how his path into music was not direct, beginning with a degree in film production and work on the James Brown biopic before feeling called to pick up DJ decks instead of a camera. He reflects on the surreal experience of watching his grandfather’s life recreated on screen and learning firsthand how entertainment is both art and

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66:54

Navigating Life at a Crossroads with Emily Beecher |...

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2026/03/19

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Ashley Greene chats with Emily Beecher, a life coach who works with women navigating periods of uncertainty, burnout, and major life transitions. Emily shares how many women arrive at a point where their lives look right on paper but feel disconnected internally, often after years of meeting expectations that no longer fit. She explains how changing values, neurodivergence, motherhood, and career pressure can quietly pull people away from themselves. She talks about the

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34:29

Redefining Enough with Rita Wilkins | Living More by...

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2026/03/12

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Rita Wilkins, an interior designer and author known as the Downsizing Designer who helps people rethink their relationship with space, belongings, and lifestyle. Rita shares how a visit to her son in Senegal shifted her understanding of happiness, abundance, and what truly matters, leading her to downsize from a 5,000 square foot home to an 867 square foot city apartment. She reflects on how living with less revealed how much of her life had been

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30:38

Exploring Modern Clowning with Gherkin Picklewater |...

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2026/03/05

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Gherkin Picklewater, a theatrical clown, producer, and performer based in the San Francisco Bay Area whose work blends physical comedy, storytelling, and social commentary. Gherkin shares how an early fascination with circus and performance led him to train at the Clown Conservatory at the San Francisco Circus Center and spend years developing a style aimed primarily at adult audiences. He explains the difference between traditional circus

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34:00

Using Humor as a Communication Tool with Bee Baumann...

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2026/02/26

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Bee Baumann, a stand up comedian, communication coach, writer, and speaker who helps people use humor to regulate anxiety, build confidence, and connect with others. Bee shares how moving from the United States to Germany led her to rethink her voice, her identity, and the role humor played in her life and work. She talks about struggling with anxiety, finding confidence through Toastmasters, and realizing that humor was not about being witty but

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33:17

Understanding Music as Language with Kurt Ellenberger...

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2026/02/19

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Kurt Ellenberger, a pianist, composer, author, and longtime music educator whose career spans performance, teaching, and writing. Kurt reflects on growing up in a musical household and how early exposure to both classical and jazz traditions shaped his curiosity about how music works beneath the surface. He shares how his career evolved from professional performance into academia, where teaching music theory and composition became a way to help

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54:30

Rethinking Chronic Pain with Dan Esposito | Undoing...

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2026/02/12

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Dan Esposito, a former NFL player and national champion sprinter who rebuilt his health after years of chronic pain and physical decline. Dan explains how his experience with inflammation, diet, and lifestyle breakdown pushed him to question conventional explanations for pain and healing. He walks through how chronic pain develops over time, why inflammation is often misunderstood, and how daily choices around food, water, movement, and recovery

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36:24

Unlocking Creative Genius with Sandra Cavanaugh |...

Adeptus On Air ·

2026/02/05

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Sandra Cavanaugh, a coach, teacher, and author who has spent decades helping people recognize and trust their creative intelligence. Sandra shares how her work with actors, business leaders, educators, and individuals with special needs shaped her belief that creativity is not a talent reserved for a few, but a core part of being human. She explains how improv principles like offering, accepting, and not blocking apply far beyond the stage and

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58:19

Growing Up on Iconic TV Sets with Julie Piekarski |...

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2026/01/29

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Julie Piekarski, an actress best known for her role as Sue Ann Weaver on The Facts of Life and her early years as a Mouseketeer. Julie reflects on growing up in front of the camera and how her family’s steady foundation helped her navigate fame at a young age without losing her sense of self. She shares what it was like working alongside legends like Charlotte Rae, John Ritter, and Don Knotts, and how those experiences shaped her understanding of

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33:29

Navigating Independent Filmmaking with Jayson Johnson...

Adeptus On Air ·

2026/01/22

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Jayson Johnson, an award-winning writer, director, and producer whose work spans short films, feature development, and collaborations across major networks and independent platforms. Jayson shares how early experiences watching television with his family sparked a curiosity about the people behind the screen and eventually led him into radio, TV, and film studies. He reflects on the winding path that brought him to California, including an

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23:05

Choosing Accounting at Temple University with Ivy...

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2026/01/15

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Ivy Dieujuste, a Temple University senior majoring in accounting and finance and the latest recipient of the James E. Walker Scholarship. Ivy shares what it feels like to navigate college as a first-generation student while balancing a demanding academic workload, work responsibilities, and the pressure to plan for life after graduation. She reflects on how her family’s sacrifices shaped her motivation and how finding the right support systems

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41:38

Inside Nature Documentary Filmmaking with Shannon...

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2026/01/08

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Shannon Malone-DeBenedictis, a two-time Emmy Award winning documentary filmmaker whose work spans Disney Plus, Netflix, National Geographic, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Shannon shares how her path into nature filmmaking was unexpected, beginning as a self-described city mouse before being pulled into the world of wildlife storytelling through her early work on Planet Earth. She explains how her role has always centered on story first, focusing on

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39:10

Building Community Through Music and Hospitality with...

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2025/12/18

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Tim McLoone, a New Jersey Hall of Fame inductee, musician, restaurateur, and founder of the nonprofit Holiday Express. Tim shares how music has always been the throughline of his life, from early piano bar gigs and years on stage with legendary artists to the moments during the pandemic when playing became a form of personal survival. He reflects on the unlikely path that led him into hospitality, including a New Year’s Eve leap of faith that

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42:12

Building Authentic Comedy with Simmy Kustanowitz |...

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2025/12/11

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Simmy Kustanowitz, an Emmy-nominated executive producer whose career spans hit shows from Total Request Live to Impractical Jokers. Simmy describes how live television shaped the way he thinks under pressure and how that mindset carried into years of creating unscripted moments built on authentic reactions. He reflects on the cross-generational appeal of Impractical Jokers and the way simple ideas become unforgettable when the Jokers’ real fears,

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38:03

Behind the Magic of Wicked with Teri Pruitt | Life...

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2025/12/04

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Teri Pruitt, a Broadway wardrobe professional who has spent over 25 years bringing some of theater’s most iconic productions to life, including 18 years with Wicked. Teri shares how an unexpected audition in junior high sparked a love for theater that carried her from Kansas to some of the country’s most respected regional stages. Teri reflects on the unique energy of working in the epicenter of American theater, from celebrity encounters to

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43:46

Airing It Out with Courtney Stanfield | Building Safe...

Adeptus On Air ·

2025/11/20

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Courtney Stanfield, a Canadian TV broadcaster, mom of three, and creator of the anonymous emotional wellness app Air Out. Courtney describes how a dream set her on the path to develop an app for those who need to vent. She talks about the intention behind Air Out and the relief people find when they can share honest thoughts without attaching their names to them. Courtney reflects on the reactions she has seen from users who come to the platform

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39:02

Redefining What’s Possible with Toni Will | A Vision...

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2025/11/13

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Toni Will, a general manager, speaker, and advocate for women in sports. Toni reflects on her unconventional path to becoming the first female general manager in ECHL history, leading the Kalamazoo Wings to record-breaking attendance and multiple league honors. She discusses the challenges she’s faced as a woman in a male-dominated sport and how she uses her leadership platform to empower other women across the industry. Toni highlights her

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32:23

Creating Stories that Resonate with Julian Hampton |...

Adeptus On Air ·

2025/11/06

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Julian Hampton, an award-winning author, screenwriter, and director known for his captivating storytelling and thoughtful approach to filmmaking. Julian explains how his creative ideas often begin with a simple “what if” moment that evolves into full-length scripts, and he shares his deep passion for exploring emotion and human experience through film. He discusses his early inspirations, his process for writing comedy and thrillers, and the

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39:03

Composing Emotion Through Sound with Nan Avant | The...

Adeptus On Air ·

2025/10/30

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Nan Avant, an award-winning composer and pianist whose work bridges classical tradition with modern expression. Nan shares how her early piano lessons led to a lifelong passion for composing orchestral works, often inspired by her surroundings and emotional experiences. From her years of studying at the California Institute of the Arts to her fascination with orchestration, Nan reflects on the process of transforming inspiration into sound. She

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48:21

The Business of “Whoomp! There It Is!” with DC Glenn...

Adeptus On Air ·

2025/10/23

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with DC Glenn, half of the legendary hip-hop duo Tag Team and the voice behind the iconic anthem “Whoomp! There It Is!” DC shares his remarkable journey from DJing in Atlanta’s Magic City to achieving platinum success and navigating the realities of the music business. He discusses the lessons learned through legal battles, his evolution into acting and voiceover work, and his relentless drive to educate himself in marketing, finance, and emerging

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