The World Of Sports

Shoe Dog! #22 Brandon Orellana

My guest in Episode 22 is Brandon Orellana. Brandon is theowner of ia.soles19, a shoe selling and reselling company, which he started when he was still in high school. In our conversation, Brandon shares how the whole journeystarted, how he was able to scale the business, and what ultimately got him to fully commit. Next to that, we also speak about balancing running a business while still in school, how at least some university classes had value for him, and what sacrifices he had to make to grow his company. Now, here’s my conversation with Brandon Orellana.

Leading An Athletic Conference! #21 Nik Rule - Commissioner Heart Of America Conference

My guest in Episode 21 is Nik Rule. Nik is the commissionerof the NAIA’s Heart of America Athletic Conference, and one of the most visionary leaders I have talked to. In our conversation, Nik shares how he became an athleticdirector before his 30th birthday, what it takes to lead an athletic conference, and his bold ideas to transform small college athletics. Next to that, what I appreciate even more, Nik opened up about his struggles as a young person in leadership positions, how he deals with self-doubt, and talks about defining moments of his career. Now, here’s my conversation with Nik Rule.

#20 Scott Reister - Sports Reporter

My guest in Episode 20 is Scott Reister. Scott is the sportsdirector and main sports anchor at KCCI, one of the leading local TV stations in the Midwest. In our conversation, we speak about the passion he has forhis work, the competitiveness in the sports industry, and what it means to lead a TV sports department. Scott also shares what he believes are crucial skills for a career in sports media and the inspiring story that led him to pursue a career as a sports reporter. Now, here’s my conversation with Scott Reister.

#19 Andre Leandro - Volleyball

My guest in Episode 19 is Andre Leandro. Andre is a studentand Volleyball All-American at Grand View University. In our conversation, we speak about his late beginnings involleyball, the real reason he started with the sport, and what impresses him most about his teammates. Andre also shares how his role within the team changed as a senior and his future plans with volleyball. Now, here’s my conversation with Andre Leandro.

#18 Jacob Butz - Mascot

My guest in Episode 18 is Jacob Butz. Jacob is a student atGrand View and also the university’s mascot, named Viktor. In our conversation, we speak about his passion for mascotting, his early beginnings as a high-school freshman, and how he became one of the most successful collegiate mascots at the national tournament for mascots. Jacobalso talks about how being a mascot ties in with his future as a teacher and how it feels to have all eyes on him in costume. Now, here’s my conversation with Jacob Butz.