Why can you handle a setback one day, but the smallest thing pushes you over the edge the next? Jenn Cassetta, keynote speaker, author and third-degree black belt, returns to Adventures in Business with Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano to explore what keeps us steady under pressure. Drawing from her upcoming book, The Secrets of the Sensei, Jenn introduces her resilience reservoir assessment, and the hosts put their own results on the table. Get To Know Jenn Cassetta Jenn Cas

What’s still on your list before the year ends, and do you have room for it? Capacity, Consistency, and Care Mandi Graziano and Amani Roberts are in the final lap of the year, but Amani is still figuring out what he wants next after a summer of burnout. Mandi’s approach comes down to capacity, consistency and care: look at what’s filling your day, put your priorities on the calendar and give yourself credit when something goes right. Between grading papers, workouts and spons

How do you lead a World Cup operation when there’s no roadmap and your team is working for months away from home? Get To Know Brandy Thigpen As Los Angeles host city director for FIFA World Cup 2026, Brandy Thigpen oversaw operations outside the stadium, from transportation and hotels to safety and security. Years of relationships in the city helped her take on the role, but the tournament tested her in ways she hadn’t expected. Build Relationships Before You Need Them Brandy

What if taking a goal off your list helps you focus on what matters most? When Your Goals Need a Free Space What happens when a goal that once sounded fun starts to feel like an obligation? Mandi Graziano and Amani Roberts are heading into the final stretch of the year with their Bingo Cards in hand. They’ve crossed off some squares, made progress on others, and realized a few goals may no longer deserve a spot on the card. Take Stock of What You’ve Done Mandi wanted to bring

What happens when you build a business around friendship, connection and the choice to find joy? Get To Know Nicole Osibodu & Liz Lathan Liz Lathan and Nicole Osibodu created Club Ichi to bring people in the events industry together without job titles or formal networking. Their approach has led to spontaneous think tanks, parties and a secret business trip where guests learned their destination only after arriving at the airport. Build Connections Without Job Titles At Club

What if your podcast could become more valuable than a traditional résumé? Get To Know Mike Bisceglia Producer and podcast host Mike Bisceglia joins Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano to explain how podcasting can help people share their ideas, build meaningful relationships and create new business opportunities. Treat Your Podcast Like a Modern Résumé Mike Bisceglia believes a podcast can do more than attract listeners. It can help people share their perspectives, demonstrate

What does it take to turn one rental property into a growing Airbnb business? Get To Know Tina T. A neighbor gave Tina T. the idea to try Airbnb, and a $5,000 purchase gave her nearly everything she needed to furnish her first property. When it stayed booked, she began converting more of her long-term rentals. But Airbnb is only one part of Tina’s life. She created Camp Spinoff, a summer camp where teenagers learn to DJ and produce music, and trained her Belgian Malinois to d

What if your next great business opportunity comes from an unexpected collaboration? Why the Best Collaborations Don’t Make Sense at First What do makeup and canned water have in common? Or soda and shoes? Some of the most interesting business collaborations bring together brands, artists, or audiences that initially seem like an odd match. For Mandi Graziano and Amani Roberts, that unexpected connection is exactly what can make a collaboration work. Look Beyond the Obvious P

How do you market your business without losing your voice or spending all your time creating content? Get To Know Samantha Calderón Samantha Calderón, copywriter, marketing strategist, and founder of South Florida Copywriting, joins Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano to share how losing a client to AI pushed her to rethink her business and invest in herself. Drawing on 15 years of writing experience, she explains why knowing your audience, embracing messy first drafts, and brin

What can plant medicine reveal about who you are, how you lead, and the parts of yourself you may have stopped listening to? Get To Know Jessica Cline Jessica Cline, Chief Marketing Officer and Partner at INLIBRIUM, joins Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano to share how burnout, loss, love, and major career changes led her to a guided experience with psilocybin. She describes how it helped her confront a deep sense of loneliness, reconnect with herself, and reconsider what it me

What separates a great DJ from someone who simply knows how to play music? Why Great DJs Know How to Read a Room What separates a great DJ from someone who simply knows how to play music? After attending a Daybreaker event, Mandi Graziano became fascinated by how closely the DJ watched the crowd and adjusted the music as the energy changed. She turned to Amani Roberts to understand what was actually happening behind the DJ booth. Great DJs Read the Room The barrier to becomin

What’s the wild idea you can’t stop thinking about? And what would happen if you actually went for it? Meet Shelby Stanger Shelby Stanger has built a career around adventure, storytelling, and helping people find the courage to pursue the ideas that excite and scare them. As the host of Wild Ideas Worth Living and author of Will to Wild, she has seen firsthand how stepping outside your comfort zone can change the direction of your life. Never Miss the Mosh Pit One phrase has

What does it take to pull off a secret international trip for 50 people? And how do you prepare when one mistake could derail the entire experience? Meet Nicole Matthews Nicole Matthews is the founder of The Henley Company, an event and lifestyle management agency she has led for 19 years. Her career has taken her from corporate and nonprofit events to some of the world's biggest sporting events, including the Olympics and World Cup. How Do You Fly 50 People to a Secret Desti

What does it really mean to put yourself first? And why is that so difficult for so many people? Meet Kim O'Hara Kim O'Hara is the founder of Delicious Life™, a lifestyle brand that inspires women to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and create more joy through intentional experiences, curiosity, and community. Her mission is to help women stop putting themselves last and start building lives that feel more fulfilling. Why We Stop Putting Ourselves First Life has a way of

What happens when you step away from your day-to-day work and spend a week teaching someone else? For Amani Roberts, the answer came at Camp Spin Off, a nonprofit summer camp for aspiring DJs and music producers. During four days of teaching music business, mentoring students, and even leading salsa lessons, he discovered that giving back wasn't just rewarding—it made him a better educator, leader, and entrepreneur. Alongside Mandi Graziano, he shares why investing in the nex

What makes a city truly unforgettable? Is it the attractions, the restaurants, or the people who bring it to life? Meet Wendy Roberts Wendy Roberts has spent more than 25 years helping destinations tell their stories. As President and CEO of Travel Santa Ana, she believes the best places aren't defined by famous landmarks, but by local businesses, authentic experiences, and the people who make visitors feel welcome. What Makes a City Memorable When people think about travel,

What happens when you show up every week for four years? In this special “Ask Us Anything” episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi Graziano and Amani Roberts celebrate the podcast's fourth anniversary by reflecting on the biggest lessons they've learned since launching the show. They answer audience questions, revisit memorable guests, share behind-the-scenes stories, and discuss how consistent conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, and business leaders have shaped bo

What if the same mental skills that help athletes perform under pressure could help you succeed in everyday life? Meet Morgan Brons Morgan Brons is a former Division I collegiate athlete and Big 12 champion who has had her share of mental performance struggles. With a bachelor's degree in exercise science, a minor in nutrition, and a master's degree in sports science, she specializes in mental performance coaching. As the founder of Winning Edge Coaching, Brons helps athletes

What separates a good speaker from one that audiences remember long after the event ends? Meet Zach Nadler Zach Nadler, co-founder and CEO of VaynerSpeakers, to talk about the business of professional speaking and what it takes to build a lasting career on stage. Since co-founding VaynerSpeakers with Gary Vaynerchuk in 2018, Zach has helped reimagine the traditional speaker bureau by building every event around one simple belief: no two events are the same. Why Great Speakers

When was the last time you actually checked in on your goals? Halfway through the year is the perfect time to stop, reflect, and celebrate your wins. Mandi Graziano and Amani Roberts share what's already on their bingo cards, what they're still chasing, and why turning goals into a game makes it easier to stay motivated and accountable. Celebrate What You've Already Accomplished Before talking about what's left to do, both hosts spend time recognizing what they've already ac