Epi 67: Connor Hitchcock on Turning Passion Into a Career Homefield Into a Sports Apparel Powerhouse
Passion, authenticity, and the courage to leap — that’s the foundation Connor Hitchcock built Homefield on, and it shows. In Episode 67 of The Industrious Podcast, cohosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Joe Todd sit down with Connor Hitchcock, Founder & CEO of Homefield — the apparel brand redefining what it means to rep your team. […]
Epi 66: From Paintbrush to Purpose: Corrie Leister on Building Community Through Servant Leadership
What happens when you stop chasing a career and start following a calling? In Episode 66 of The Industrious Podcast, cohosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Joe Todd sit down with Corrie Leister, owner of Inspired By U — a company dedicated to transforming homes through professional painting, staining, and renovation services. But Corrie’s story goes […]
Epi 62: The Power of Relationships with “The Fundraising Guy” Harry Santa-Olalla
In episode 62 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by “The Fundraising Guy” Harry Santa-Olalla. Tune in as Harry shares his entrepreneurial leap from England to New York City, his accidental career shift to raising money onstage for non-profit organizations, and how sobriety was the key to helping him reach […]
Epi 60: Clayton Anderson to open new country bars in Indianapolis
In episode 60 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by country singer/songwriter, and now restaurant owner, Clayton Anderson. Tune in as Clayton shares the ins and outs of the music industry and his new restaurant ventures in Indianapolis, opening in 2025. Learn more about Clayton’s Country Bar: https://www.claytonscountrybar.co/ Watch for […]
Epi 57: Brewing Craft Beer & Growing Community with Four Day Ray’s Brian Graham
In episode 57 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Brian Graham, President and Co-Owner of Four Day Ray Brewing. On the heels of a closed restaurant business, Brian reinvested his knowledge and energy in building the brewery restaurant in Fishers, Indiana. Tune in for Brian’s story of growth, constructing […]
Epi 56: The Business of Early Education with Justin Davis
In episode 56 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Justin Davis, President and Owner of LeafSpring School at Geist. From customer relationships to growing a successful team, tune in for how Justin’s sales career led him to owning LeafSpringSchool at Geist and now LeafSpring School at Pendleton.
Epi 55: Creating Community with Antique Candle Co.’s Brittany Whitenack
In episode 55 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Brittany Whitenack, Founder of Antique Candle Co. Tune in as Brittany shares the entrepreneurial journey of this Hoosier-based candle company – building community through customer service and influencer marketing, the joys and pains of growth, and the particular problem-solving needed […]
Epi 53: Nate Spangle on Building Get Indiana, Social Media Strategy & Inspiring Indiana Businesses
In episode 53 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Nate Spangle, founder of Get Indiana. With a lot of hustle and little fear of failure, tune in to learn how Nate is building Indiana’s go-to source for Hoosier stories, insights and updates.
Grit: The Secret Ingredient for Success

What separates successful entrepreneurs from the rest? Is it intelligence, resources, or even sheer luck? While these factors play a role, many business leaders argue that one trait rises above the rest—grit. Defined as the combination of passion and persistence, grit is what empowers entrepreneurs to overcome challenges, jump hurdles, and keep going when others […]
Epi 46: The Business of Pizza with Gabe Connell
In episode 46 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Gabe Connell, owner of Hot Box Pizza. Tune in as Gabe shares his path to entrepreneurship and the birth and evolution of his Indiana-based restaurant chain