Adventures In Business

Our celebration of 200 episodes and 3 years of podcasting continues with this mini episode! In this minisode of Adventures in Business, Mandi interviews Jeremi Duru, professor of law, lawyer, and Amani’s friend. From awkward middle school days at Tacoma Park Middle School in Maryland to professional careers in academia and beyond, this episode is funny, heartfelt, and full of appreciation for Amani.

Welcome to a special milestone episode of Adventures in Business! Amani and Mandi are celebrating 200 episodes and three amazing years of podcasting with a fun twist – Amani turns the mic on Mandi for an interview that dives deep into her journey, quirky stories, and what she’s learned along the way. Tune in to hear about her next book, what she’s learned from 200 episodes, and how she’s giving back to the next generat...

In this episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi and Amani chat with Liberty Bernal, franchise expert, wellness leader, author, mom, and all-around powerhouse. Liberty shares her fascinating journey from teenage franchisee to fitness founder, her take on celebrating life’s "mini graduations," and the surprising reason she went back to college decades later. She also gives us all the details on her book and The Strong B...

On this minisode of Adventures in Business, we welcomed a special guest: Mandi’s recent intern, Madison Walkowiak, otherwise known as Maddie. Fresh off her internship experience, Maddie joined the show to reflect on what she learned, how she communicates best as a young Gen Z-er, and what we can learn from each other across generations.

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What happens when your body fails, your home becomes toxic, and your business is on the brink? For coach and leadership expert April Diaz, the past two years have been the hardest of her life – but also the most transformative. Now, she’s taking what she’s learned to pour into other women in leadership. 

In this episode of Adventures in Business, April shares the story of her unexpected health collapse a...

What’s it really like to be the digital host for one of the biggest events in the meetings and events industry?

In this behind-the-scenes minisode, Mandi gets the full download from Amani, who just returned from MPI’s World Education Congress in St. Louis. From celebrity interviews to early morning keynotes, hear what it takes to keep the energy high, the content flowing, and the cameras rolling. Plus, g...

In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi welcome Corree Roofener—finance educator, foster care advocate, and creator of the Courage Coalition podcast. Corree unpacks how values shape our money stories, why scarcity and abundance have little to do with bank balances, and how courage fuels the most meaningful choices in life and business. From rebuilding a life in Montana to redefining retirement, this ...

When Princess Sarah Culberson discovered her royal lineage in her twenties, it set her on a path of personal discovery, cultural connection, and global impact. But her story isn’t about crowns or castles. It’s about using your unique experiences and voice to serve something bigger than yourself.

In this episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi and Amani sit down with Princess Sarah to talk about finding he...

What happens when you combine career pivots, thoughtful community-building, and an unshakeable belief in collaboration? You get the powerhouse that is Baily Hancock.

In this episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi and Amani catch up with Baily, a Connection Strategist, Keynote Speaker, and Founder of Overlap Collective, to talk about where her career has taken her, what most businesses are missing when ...

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi interview Devon Montgomery Pasha, a dynamic Event Emcee, Facilitator, and "Experience Engineer" who brings over two decades of expertise to the events industry. Devon recently made the bold decision to go all-in on her own business, DMP Creative, at the start of 2025 – and she has a lot of wisdom to share about that choice, how she serves clients, and the quest...

In this week’s Adventures in Business mini-episode, Mandi and Amani dive into their six-second video that unexpectedly went viral on TikTok. It wasn’t the production value or a trending dance that caught attention – it was 3 simple, wise questions from Mandi’s mom, Kathy K:

“Does it need to be said? Does it need to be said by me? Does it need to be said by me right now?”

These three short ...

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with a true legend in the speaking world: Sarita Maybin. Sarita is a professional speaker, author, and expert in navigating tough conversations with grace. 

Sarita shares her journey from working in higher education at Old Dominion University to stepping onto the professional speaking stage, how she realized speaking was her true calling, an...

Amani and Mandi are back with another Adventures in Business mini-episode – fresh off the heels of (We)Con 2025, the weekend Education Conference for NPI Southern California. As they walked away from the event, one thing stood out loud and clear: great stagecraft makes all the difference.

In this episode, Amani and Mandi break down what they observed, what worked, and what speakers can do to step up their ...

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi interview Gabby Robuccio, former ESPN events and production powerhouse turned founder of Pro Event Tips. With a background that includes organizing logistics for massive international sporting events like the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, Gabby brings a rare mix of experience, grit, and heart to the conversation. Tune in to hear how Pro Event Tips was born, the key...

When someone tells you they care, it can feel like a throwaway line. But when Chris Meadors says it, you believe it – because he backs it up with every move he makes. 

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi sit down with Chris Meadors, a lifelong award-winning Marriott sales executive turned real estate executive. He shares how he got into real estate, why it’s been a career he’s passio...

In this Adventures in Business mini episode, Mandi and Amani are back – this time talking about all things courses, including Amani’s new course! They’re talking about what exactly courses are, why they matter, and how Amani created one to complement his book and coaching work. If you’ve ever thought about creating a course (or you’re curious to hear about Amani’s new course), be sure to tune in to this one!

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with Ken Rusk, a ditch digger, entrepreneur, life coach, and bestselling author of Blue Collar Cash. Together, they talk about creating a fulfilling life, designing your future with purpose, why the desire for blue collar jobs has declined (but why there’s still so much opportunity there), and how to create a workplace culture that keeps people around. Thi...

The streets are talking... and they’re saying it’s time to prep for some turbulence.

In this mini episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi share what they’re calling “disaster selling.” Whether we’re officially in a recession or just in a weird economic moment (who knows what we’re calling it these days), the point is: you need...